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Welcome to your complete guide to health and wellness in the 607. This page is your hub for health information with local fitness classes, health food stores, tips from local medical experts, and other activities in the area you won’t want to miss. We’ve gathered the best of the season into one easy-to-use guide so you can plan your weekends and discover hidden gems. Keep checking back, our Health and Wellness Guide will be updated throughout the season with fresh stories, new events, and local highlights.

Community
20 hours ago
Village of Candor issues boil water advisory

On April 29, the advisory was issued after “inadequate disinfection” for drinking water was found during routine monitoring.

Aerial view of a wide river winding through forested countryside with an industrial complex along the near bank.](#)
Community
1 day ago
Harmful Algal Bloom reported on Cayuga Lake

On August 23, the Community Science Institute (CSI) reported the first bloom of the season near Harris Park in the Village of Cayuga.

Politics
2 days ago
Tompkins County Legislature OKs applying for shelter funding

Tompkins County is applying for a $15 million grant to help build an 80-bed shelter on Cherry Street in Ithaca.

Sign for Cayuga Medical Center with an arrow pointing up labeled 'Cayuga Birthplace' on a grassy lawn
Community
2 days ago
CMC named one of America’s Best Maternity Hospitals by Newsweek

The evaluation was determined using quality metrics, patient experience derived from public survey data, and a reputation score based on recommendations from healthcare professionals in maternity care.

Community
1 week ago
Asteri fined, faces April 30 deadline to comply with health department orders

The Tompkins County Board of Health voted to adopt a resolution enforcing a $40k penalty to the apartment building owners for violations and complaints dating back to last summer.

Health & Wellness
1 week ago
Cayuga Primary Care in Dryden to permanently close May 1

After more than 70 years of operation, Cayuga Primary Care Dryden will close on May 1 due to staffing challenges and costs associated with building maintenance.

Local
2 weeks ago
Tompkins County Health Board has empty seat to fill in Ithaca

Anyone interested in serving on the Tompkins County Health Board must be at least 18, live in Ithaca, and be a legal US citizen.

Community
2 weeks ago
Over 1.5 million Bissell steam cleaners recalled for burn hazard

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), some models of Steam Shot Omni Reach and Steam Shot Omni handheld steam cleaners can expel hot water or steam during use due to a faulty attachment.

Health & Wellness
2 weeks ago
Tompkins County shares online tools for SNAP recipients

A Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) screening tool and the Tompkins County Opportunity Finder have been created to help SNAP recipients with accessibility.

Community
2 weeks ago
USDA retracts public health alert for Walmart brand dino-nuggets

On April 6, the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) retracted the public health alert for Great Value Dino-Shaped Chicken Nuggets.

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