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Prescribed fires underway in Finger Lakes National Forest
Federal officials say prescribed fires began this week in Seneca and Schuyler County.
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Riley introduces bipartisan Care Over Profits Act aimed at health insurance industry
On March 20, along with Republican Representative Tom Barrett of Michigan, Riley introduced the Care Over Profits Act.
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Staff at Family and Children’s Service of Ithaca seek unionization
On March 19, the Tompkins County Workers' Center announced that clinicians and support staff at Family and Children’s Service of Ithaca intend to join the Communications Workers of America (CWA).
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Newfield man convicted in 2025 Hector burglary
The Schuyler County District Attorney’s office says Eric Walker now faces three and a half to seven years in state prison.
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Watkins Glen mayor dies after 10-month battle with cancer
Mayor Laurie DeNardo has died after a 10-month battle with cancer, a lifelong resident of the village.
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Tompkins County administrator sets expectations for Asteri managers
Tompkins County Administrator Korsah Akumfi tells 607 News Now he wants Vecino to provide more security in the building on E. Green St.
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Cornell Trustees approve tuition increase
The Board of Trustees approved the increase last week, which also includes bumps for housing and dining rates in the 2026-2027 academic year.
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Register for April 1 rabies clinic in Cortland
On April 1, the Cortland County Health Department is hosting the first in a series of free vaccination clinics this year.
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CARS shop in Cortlandville destroyed in early morning fire
Cortland Autobody Repair and Service on Homer Ave. was heavily damaged early Tuesday morning by a fire.
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NYSP: Woman stole purse in Ithaca, withdrew over $13k
Troopers say a woman broke into a car in an Ithaca parking lot on March 19 and stole a purse.
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Sunny Days of Ithaca to close Sept. 15
After nearly a dozen years on the Commons, Sunny Days of Ithaca plans to close their store.
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Moravia appoints new superintendent
Dr. Christopher Leahey is coming to Moravia from North Syracuse, where he’s currently deputy superintendent.
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Cincinnatus mourns passing of firefighter Ronald Smith
Ronald Smith, who dedicated more than 50 years to fire service in Cincinnatus, has passed away.
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Recall of Trader Joe’s product expands
Over 3.3 million pounds of chicken fried rice were recalled in February for potential foreign material contamination.
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Cortland ReUse completes move to Port Watson St.
On March 22, Cortland ReUse officially welcomed customers to its Grand Reopening at the Port Watson Street location.
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Sheriff: Suspect used fake gun in Cortlandville altercation
On March 20, deputies responded to a home on Route 11 in Cortlandville around 1:10 a.m. for a report of a weapon.
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ICSD holding final 2 capital project conversations
District officials will answer questions today about the proposed $43.9 million capital project, which requires approval from voters on Tuesday, May 19.
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Trumansburg to become more walkable, mayor says
Mayor Rordan Hart says that by the summer of 2026, the Village of Trumansburg will be 100 percent walker friendly.
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Binghamton FD rescues dog stranded on roof
On March 19, firefighters were called to a home for a dog that somehow made its way onto the roof of the house but couldn't find its way back.
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Tompkins County seeks applicants for Ethics Advisory Board vacancy
One seat on the Ethics Advisory Board is available for a term ending December 31, 2029.
