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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.
3 hours ago
Dryden to hold hearing on data center law
A meeting on a data center law in Dryden, which may also include a vote on adopting the law, begins at 6 p.m. tomorrow, Dec. 18.
4 hours ago
IPD chief: Ahead of Christmas, fewer calls of package thefts
Ithaca Police Chief Tom Kelly says they aren't seeing the usual increase in package thefts from porches and doorsteps as law enforcement has seen during previous holiday seasons.
4 hours ago
Permanent director named at Tompkins County Public Library
After a nationwide search, the TCPL Board of Trustees announced on Tuesday, Dec. 16 that Emerson DeMeester-Lane will take the helm next month.
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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.
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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.
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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).
17 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.
19 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
Ithaca alderperson-elect lists goals for 2026
Alderperson-elect Pat Sewell tells 607 News Now what his plans are when he takes his seat next month representing Ithaca’s third ward.
1 day ago
Hornell man accused of trying to stab deputy
24-year-old Adriam Palmer allegedly resisted arrest by trying to stab an arresting officer on Friday, December 12th.
1 day ago
Parking lot argument leads to gun charge for 2 in Cortlandville
On December 12, State Police were called to Squeaky Clean car wash on State Route 222 around 11 a.m. for a report of a domestic disturbance.
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.
1 day ago
Ovid pair charged with alleged wallet theft
On December 13, deputies arrested 58-year-old Julia Collins and 54-year-old William Campbell for grand larceny, misdemeanor petit larceny, and misdemeanor conspiracy.
2 days ago
No injuries in snowy Virgil crash
On December 13, deputies responded to a reported personal injury motor vehicle crash in Virgil around 6 p.m. at West River and Snyder Hill Roads.
2 days ago
Dryden superintendent touts success of cell phone ban
The Dryden Central School District has observed 30% less course failure for the first quarter in their high school after a smartphone classroom ban.
2 days ago
Cornell president calls Brown University shooting ‘unspeakable’
Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff encourages students to seek university resources after a shooting at Brown University.
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.
