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3 weeks ago in Trending, World
Iran names Khamenei’s son to succeed him, signaling no letup in war as oil prices surge
Iran named the hard-line Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his late father as supreme leader on Monday, signaling no letup in the war launched by the United States and Israel. Oil prices surged as Iran attacked regional energy infrastructure and the U.S. and Israel bombed targets across Iran.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Challenging your brain helps keep it healthy. Here’s how to do it
One recent study linked a lower risk of Alzheimer's disease and cognitive decline to lifelong learning, meaning intellectually stimulating experiences — reading and writing, learning another language, playing chess, solving puzzles, going to museums — from childhood into retirement.
Freeville introduces call/text line for residents
A special cell phone line has been set up for residents looking for information whenever it’s needed.
Cortland facing nearly $3 million deficit, mayor says
Cortland Mayor Scott Steve says the city's deficit is at about $2.5 million without yet closing 2025.
Riley secures key provisions in House Ag Committee farm bill
On March 5, Riley was one of just seven Democrats on the House Agriculture Committee to vote yes on and pass the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026.
Nominations open for Best New York Burger Competition
You can submit your nomination for the annual competition to the New York Beef Council online through Friday, March 13.
Sewer work to close street in Ithaca until July
The sewer and water lines in the 300-500 blocks of East Buffalo Street are being replaced.
Asteri Ithaca vacate order still in effect, city says
Officials are still working to relocate residents of Asteri Ithaca after an order to vacate was issued March 4, 2026.
Official: FedEx to close Warren Rd. location in June
FedEx on Warren Rd. in Ithaca is closing in June.
YMCA of Ithaca and Tompkins County announces expansion of Mobile Food Pantry
The YMCA of Ithaca and Tompkins County is expanding its Mobile Food Pantry to increase food access for those in rural and underserved areas.
Vote: Seneca Falls a finalist for USA Todays’ 10 Best Historic Small Towns list
The birthplace of the women’s suffrage movement is among 20 nominees for USA Today’s 10 Best Historic Small Towns list.
4 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Ohtani has grand slam, 5 RBIs as Japan routs Taiwan 13-0 in its WBC opener
Shohei Ohtani doubled on the first pitch of the game, then hit a go-ahead grand slam and an RBI single in a 10-run second inning to lead defending champion Japan over Taiwan 13-0 Friday night in its World Baseball Classic opener.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment
After 5 years, Sarah J. Maas returns to ‘A Court of Thorns and Roses’ with 2 untitled books
Romantasy favorite Sarah J. Maas has given her millions of fans a plot twist they had long been waiting for — two more books over the next 11 months in her blockbuster "A Court of Thorns and Roses" series.
One dead in Nichols crash
On March 6, State Police were called to Interstate 86 in Nichols just before 2 a.m. for a 2-vehicle collision.
Weekend top picks: Girls Day Out, Chili Cook-Off, and more
Find fun, local activities for the weekend in the Cortland and Ithaca areas here.
SUNY Cortland men’s lacrosse enters home opener with high expectations and big holes to fill
As the team enters its home opener on Saturday with a 2-1 record, the Red Dragons are working overcome big changes in their lineup.
Juvenile facing charges after alleged assault at William George Agency
On March 5, deputies were called to the William George Agency (WGA) in Dryden around 9 p.m. for a staff member who had allegedly been struck in the head.
SUNY Cortland women’s hockey to face ‘confident’ Plattsburgh
On Saturday, March 7th, the Red Dragons will visit Plattsburgh in the SUNYAC championship game.
Cornell opens NY’s first indoor adaptive challenge course
Cornell has opened a new indoor adaptive challenge course in the Noyes Community Recreation Center.
