Lifestyle
3 hours ago
Ithaca officials announce re-opening of sidewalks on Seneca St.
Sidewalks near the garage on Seneca St. have been closed since April.
2 days ago
The best fabric for extreme heat? It’s more complicated than you think
When it's really hot out, getting dressed seems pretty simple: Wear something light, loose and made for summer. But textile researchers say it's actually a little more complicated than that.
2 days ago
Public meeting scheduled in Hector for NexGen 911 address changes
The Hector Fire Department will host Schuyler County Emergency Services on August 19 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
2 days ago
Cortland Memorial Foundation Golf Classic raises over $67k for GCMC
On August 10, golfers raised over $67,000 in support of equipment and services at Guthrie Cortland Medical Center.
6 days ago
Webb delivers $50k for CCE Broome County’s Cutler Botanic Garden
On August 11, CCE of Broome County received a $50,000 grant to address long-standing needs at Cutler Botanic Garden in Binghamton.
7 days ago
Winning ticket for $1 billion Powerball jackpot was sold in Illinois
A Powerball ticket sold at a gas station in western Illinois was the sole winner of the $1 billion jackpot, ending a three-month drought without a top-prize victor.
1 week ago
3 big questions to ask your aging parents
One of the toughest things to go through as an adult is helping your parents as they get older. Life is finite, and both you and your parents might be reluctant to talk about what type of support they might need. But as difficult as these conversations can be, it's important to make time for them.
1 week ago
Heading off to college? Here are some tips for managing your finances
Heading off to college is exciting, but it also involves new adult responsibilities. That makes it a great time to start getting comfortable with credit, building healthy spending habits and learning how to manage money.
1 week ago
With the right preparation, international trips with babies are possible and even fun
Traveling with babies and toddlers can be daunting for parents. Questions about air travel, what to pack and safety are often top of mind, especially on long-distance flights and international trips.
2 weeks ago
Tompkins County Open Farm Day set for Sunday
Attendees can learn about day-to-day operations at local farms and what impact they have on the community and economy.
2 weeks ago
Tompkins County launches info series to explain budget process
Tompkins County is releasing information on its website to keep the public informed about the 2027 spending plan.
2 weeks ago
State reduces Tompkins County Code Blue funding by roughly 60%
After receiving roughly $2.1 million for Code Blue shelter operations last year, Tompkins County is only getting $841,000 for the upcoming winter.
2 weeks ago
Gene-edited beagles may offer a future option for people with dog allergies
Matt Walker couldn't pet a dog without sneezing — until he and other scientists used a gene editing technique to produce a hypoallergenic beagle named Bailey.
2 weeks ago
Fishing closures are becoming routine as record heat warms rivers in the US West
Trout need cool water to survive, but record heat this summer has driven water temperatures to lethal levels for fish. Wildlife officials are banning fishing during certain hours on rivers and streams across the U.S. West, following an exceptionally dry winter and amid widespread drought.
2 weeks ago
School backpack overload: Heavy bags can strain kids’ bodies
Backpacks can be fashionable and functional, but they can also be too heavy — weighed down by digital devices, musical instruments, sports equipment and more. Some kids carry home a laptop or tablet and textbooks, too.
2 weeks ago
Leave it: Dog trainers help pets avoid venomous snakes
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says as many as 150,000 dogs are bitten by venomous snakes each year in the United States. In the rattlesnake hot spot of Arizona, emergency veterinarian Dr. Sarah Carotenuto says the Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson treats four to six dogs daily for rattlesnake bites, along with an occasional cat.
3 weeks ago
GoFundMe campaign underway for injured student athlete in Trumansburg
On July 21, 16-year-old Lucas Vann suffered a serious injury in a weight-lifting accident.
3 weeks ago
Tanning is getting hot again. Here’s what it really does to your skin
Experts are concerned about a resurgence in the popularity of tanning among young adults as social media has helped tanning in general make a comeback. A video of a girl sharing her "tanning secrets" and showing off a bikini tan line has racked up more than 11 million views, while people in the comments joke, "The earth probably won't last long anyway, I'd rather go out tan than pale."
3 weeks ago
Do you toss food once the date on the label has passed? Experts say that’s often a waste
If you've ever tossed out a carton of milk or a container of yogurt solely because the date on the packaging had passed, you're not alone. Many people throw away food simply because of the date printed on the label. But often it is still perfectly edible, according to experts.
4 weeks ago
Biking to work: Tips to get started, stay safe and look presentable when you arrive
If you've considered bike commuting but assumed you needed expensive gear and to be in excellent physical shape, or worried about arriving at work disheveled or smelly, there are ways to overcome those hurdles.
