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Commemorative sign in Apalachin honors astronaut Doug Hurley

Last week, a commemorative sign was installed in Apalachin, recognizing the childhood home of astronaut and Owego Free Academy graduate Doug Hurley.

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Nichols to receive nearly $154k for Cady Library restoration work

Nichols is getting nearly $154,000 for restoration work on the roof, windows, and doors at the Cady Library & Carriage House.

1 week ago

Lansing native appears in final season of Stranger Things

Tompkins County native Katie Bruno has a small speaking part as a nurse in season 5 of Stranger Things.

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Found in Ithaca to officially open January 10

On January 10, the antique and vintage shop Found will officially open its new store after a soft opening holiday preview event in late December.

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Owego gets over $270k for Marvin Park pool improvements

The Village of Owego has received $271,771 for Marvin Park pool upgrades.

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City of Ithaca enacts odd-even parking rules until further notice

In anticipation of winter weather, Ithaca is enacting parking guidelines to help DPW workers clear roads and storm drains more easily.

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Ithaca man faces multiple charges after traffic stop in Owego

Timothy Bell was pulled over in Owego last week for failing to yield to an emergency vehicle and not having his headlights on after dark.

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LBA Pancake breakfast Sunday to support Lansing Food Pantry

On January 3, the Lansing Business Alliance (LBA) is holding a pancake breakfast in support of the Lansing Food Pantry.

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Homer FD announces calling hours, services for former chief

Calling hours for Former Chief Mahlon Irish Jr. will be held Friday, January 2, 2026, at the Homer Fire Department from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

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Ithaca YMCA to receive over $6 million for pool work and related improvements

On December 29, Governor Kathy Hochul announced $6.26 million in funding for the Ithaca Y through the NY SWIMS initiative.

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Older residents can schedule free tax prep in Tioga County

On January 2, local certified volunteers will begin taking appointments for free tax preparation in Tioga County.

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Out with the old: With 2026 nigh, here’s some wide-ranging intel on managing transitions

It's that time — December's waning days, when we prepare to turn the calendar page. Many Americans take stock, review goals accomplished and unmet, ponder hopes and plans. How's our health? What's up with our money? What about the country? Will the coming year look like the departing one year, or be something entirely different? Are we ready?

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Where are the wackiest New Year’s Eve drops in the US?

Why let New York City have all the fun with its Times Square ball drop on New Year's Eve? Dozens of places across the U.S. will ring in 2026 by dropping a quirky assortment of fruits, vegetables, sea creatures and balls of all shapes and sizes. Many have a hometown flair.