Lifestyle
2 hours ago
Maximalism is back in cocktails with bold colors and flavors
After years of minimalist, pared-back drinks, maximalism is back. Drinkers are looking for more than just a simple serve, and bartenders are dreaming up bold color palettes, layered flavors, oversize garnishes, theatrical glassware and playful twists on classic drinks.
3 hours ago
Santa’s Workshop community event to be held at GIAC Thursday
On December 18, the Greater Ithaca Activities Center (GIAC) is hosting Santa’s Workshop with a community stocking stuffer/gift exchange, festive games, sweet treats, and free "Nice List" certificates.
7 hours ago
Found in Ithaca Antiques to open Friday for week-long ‘holiday preview’
Found Antiques is holding a soft opening at their new location in the former Emerson Power building, now Southworks.
7 hours ago
Hangar Theatre to host A Christmas Carol Cocktail Experience Friday and Saturday
The Hangar Theatre is hosting Midnight Creative's A Christmas Cocktail Carol on Friday, December 19th and Saturday, December 20th.
7 hours ago
Cornell alum’s $55M gift establishes CALS Ashley School
Cornell received $55 million from alumnus Stephen Ashley '62, MBA '64, which will establish the Ashley School of Global Development and the Environment in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS).
19 hours ago
Tompkins County Health officials seek info about dog bite near Hanshaw and Freese Road
On Tuesday, Dec. 16, a cross-country skier was bitten around 2 p.m. in a Cornell-owned field south of Hanshaw Road and west of Freese Road.
20 hours ago
Dairy Queen returning to Ithaca
Dairy Queen is moving into the former Tim Horton’s across from Home Depot on Elmira Road.
1 day ago
Americans like artificial Christmas trees even though few are made in US and prices are up
Tariffs shone a twinkling light this year on fake Christmas trees — and the extent to which America depends on other countries for its plastic fir trees.
1 day ago
Village ice rink opens Saturday in Homer
On December 20, you can lace 'em up at the George Vernum Park municipal courts behind the Homer Fire Department.
2 days ago
Older adults may struggle to learn a new language but classes are a worthwhile exercise
A large study published by the science journal Nature Aging in November suggests that speaking multiple languages protects against more rapid brain aging, and that the effect increases with the number of languages.
2 days ago
Riley introduces bipartisan bill banning bonuses for utility CEOs amid rate hikes
On December 10, Congressman Josh Riley introduced the No Bonuses for Utility Executives Act with Republican Congressman Jeff Van Drew (NJ-02).
2 days ago
Nasal spray recalled for potential contamination
According to the FDA, some ReBoost Nasal Spray may contain yeast, mold, or microorganisms, including one species identified as Achromobacter, at levels above specifications.
2 days ago
Doug’s Fish Fry wins NYS Senate Empire Award
On December 12, State Senator Lea Webb presented Doug’s Fish Fry with the New York State Senate Empire Award.
2 days ago
Ithaca College cuts ribbon on EV charging expansion project
On December 11, officials cut the ribbon to mark the culmination of the multi-year “Recharge at IC” initiative, which included the installation of 30 new electric vehicle chargers, bringing the campuswide total to 36.
5 days ago
Police cancel missing person report in Seneca County
The missing person report issued for 66-year-old Mark Taggarty earlier this week has been cancelled.
5 days ago
Experts share their top tips to save money this holiday season
From gifts to travel plans to grocery shopping, costs can pile up and become overwhelming, especially in a difficult economic environment. Holiday shopping can bring joy, but it's important to stick to a budget and avoid going into debt, said shopping expert Trae Bodge.
5 days ago
ByHeart formula recall expanded as infant botulism outbreak grows
51 infants have become ill and were hospitalized after an infant botulism outbreak caused by recalled ByHeart formula products.
5 days ago
City of Ithaca to offer free parking December 20-28
Beginning December 20, all parking fees will be waived in Ithaca until December 28th.
5 days ago
Tioga County Toys for Tots Campaign collects nearly $5k in gift donations
On December 8, eight bins full of gifts donated by county employees and community members were collected for the Toys for Tots Campaign.
5 days ago
Voters approve $22.6 million capital improvement project at Spencer-Van Etten schools
On December 9, voters in the Spencer Van-Etten Central School District narrowly approved a $22.6 million capital improvement project, 119-115.
