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Cortland man arrested for skipping court on grand larceny charge
On June 12, Chemung County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested James Dann for skipping court on a felony grand larceny charge out of the Town of Veteran.
Seneca Falls police rescue kitten twice in same day
On June 14, Seneca Falls Police officers, with the help of a worker from Stevers Garage, rescued a kitten after it got stuck in a vehicle’s engine compartment.
Lodi man charged with strangulation, criminal contempt
Deputies say the 47-year-old choked a victim who had an order of protection against him.
5 days ago in Entertainment
Fox to buy streaming pioneer Roku in a $22 billion deal
Fox Corp. has agreed to buy the streaming pioneer Roku in a cash-and-stock deal valued at approximately $22 billion, including debt.
5 days ago in Sports, Trending
Cape Verde stuns Spain with a surprising 0-0 draw in the country’s World Cup debut
So much for a supersized World Cup diluting the quality of soccer's biggest tournament. Tiny Cape Verde, making its debut at the World Cup, pulled off a stunning upset to shut out heavily favored Spain in a 0-0 draw on Monday.
5 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending
The world wants more high-protein products, but there’s not enough whey to go around
Athletes and older adults have long used smoothies and shakes blended with whey protein concentrate – a powdered byproduct of cheese-making – to build or maintain muscle. More recently, food companies have sprinkled it into everything from breakfast cereals, Pop-Tarts and potato chips to bagels, tortillas and Starbucks drinks to meet growing consumer demand.
Syracuse Police searching for murder suspect
The Syracuse Police Department is trying to locate 22-year-old Troy Boatwright, who is wanted in connection with a homicide investigation.
Homer Men and Boys Store hosting sidewalk sale to commemorate 75 years in business
Established in 1951, the Homer Men and Boys Store is celebrating a business milestone with a 75-cent sale.
Authorities seek assistance identifying suspect in Moravia larceny
Deputies are attempting to identify a person of interest in an alleged larceny incident that occurred on June 13 in Moravia.
6 days ago in Sports
The Knicks made a championship run that will be remembered in New York and in NBA history
By the time Jalen Brunson and the Knicks returned home, it was as easy to find something orange around New York as at Halloween. The city was caught up in this championship run for nearly two months and the party will last at least a few days more, with the Knicks' first parade through New York — they didn't have one in 1970 or '73 — scheduled for Thursday.
6 days ago in World
UK bans under-16s from using social media apps including TikTok and YouTube
Britain will ban children aged under 16 from using a range of social media apps, including Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube, to protect them from harmful content and excessive screen time, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Monday.
6 days ago in National, Trending
Trump celebrates 80th birthday with an Iran deal and UFC cage fights at the White House
President Donald Trump marked his 80th birthday on Sunday by hailing an initial agreement to end the war in Iran and staging a once unfathomable cage-fighting show on the White House's storied South Lawn.
Virgil proclaims June as Dairy Month
According to the proclamation, Dairy Month provides an opportunity to "recognize and celebrate" the hard work and contributions of dairy farmers and farm families.
Yankees, Mets cap off weekend with wins
The Yankees beat the Blue Jays 8-3, while the Mets topped the Braves 8-1.
Deputies: Elmira Heights man stole car, trespassed
The Chemung County Sheriff’s Office says 45-year-old Christopher Price stole a car last Monday from a house in Horseheads before returning it.
Dryden school superintendent touts success of smart device ban
The Dryden Central School District is seeing success from a state-required ban on students having access to their smart devices during the school day.
Homer CSD superintendent resigns
At the June 9 Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Jeff Evener resigned to pursue other career opportunities.
Ithaca College announces departure of two deans
On June 9, IC Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs Melanie Stein announced the departures of Amy Falkner and Michael Johnson-Cramer.
Riley bill takes aim at corruption in Washington
On June 10, Riley, along with Ohio Representative Greg Landsman, introduced the Drain the Swamp Act, citing "blatant corruption at the highest levels of government."
Auburn elementary school teacher saves choking student
Genesee Elementary School teacher Holly Signor was chaperoning a field trip to the Erie Canal Museum in Syracuse in May when a student began to choke.
