(607NewsNow) — Here’s a look back at the top stories on 607NewsNow from this week:
Kelles favors recommendations to overhaul school aid formula: Change is coming to New York’s school aid formula. Assemblymember Anna Kelles says a study from the Rockefeller Institute of Government concluded the state’s current formula for calculating school aid is outdated. Read the full story here.
Despite tax increase, Cortland mayor optimistic about fiscal future: Taxes in Cortland next year will rise. Mayor Scott Steve says it’s based on something done this year. Read the full story here.
Trumansburg announces new superintendent: Trumansburg is getting a new superintendent. Megan Conaway will succeed Kimberly Bell, who’s retiring after a three-decade career in education. Conaway is no stranger to Trumansburg, where she’s been principal of Charles O. Dickerson High School. Read the full story here.
Legislator voices concerns about Tompkins County homeless shelter: Construction begins next year on a permanent homeless shelter in Ithaca. Tompkins County Legislator Rich John shared some concerns Wednesday on Ithaca’s Morning News. Read the full story here.
INHS brings 4 modular homes to Sears St. in Ithaca: New housing is coming soon to Ithaca. INHS Executive Director Kate de la Garza tells WHCU the first of four modular homes on Sears Street was recently installed. Read the full story here.