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3 months ago
Late in budget season, Ithaca officials uncover $2.1 million shortfall

During a budget meeting on Tuesday, City Manager Deb Mohlenhoff revealed a surprise $2.1 million gap after a lengthy executive session.

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3 months ago
Riley wants NYSEG, National Grid to do ‘right thing’

Rep. Josh Riley wants NYSEG and National Grid to publicly guarantee they won’t shut off service, charge late fees or interest, or send accounts to collections for those struggling because of the government shutdown.

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3 months ago
TCAT seeks added contributions from Ithaca, Tompkins County, and Cornell

TCAT is asking for $500,000 contribution boost from their 3 underwriters, the city of Ithaca, Tompkins County, and Cornell.

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3 months ago
Public comment period opens for Tioga County SNAP plan

The 2026-to-2027 Temporary Assistance and SNAP Employment Plan for Tioga County is available for public review and comment.

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3 months ago
Hangar Theatre receives $250K in state funding for renovations

Sen. Lea Webb has secured $250,000 for renovations at the Hangar Theatre in Ithaca.

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3 months ago
Cortland 2026 budget draft includes 4% property tax hike

Cortland Mayor Scott Steve is proposing a 4% increase in property taxes for 2026, which he says meets rising costs while maintaining services and staff levels.

Local
3 months ago
Proposed Lansing moratorium backed by Cayuga Lake advocates

The Cayuga Lake Watershed Network is backing Lansing’s Local Law No. 7, which would ban development projects like a data center for one year.

Local
3 months ago
Legislative hopeful pushes for better coordinated mental health resources

Licensed social worker Christy Bianconi is running for a seat in the Tompkins County Legislature in District 14.

Local
3 months ago
IPD asking for more alternative response funding

The Ithaca Police Department has presented their budget and is looking for more alternative response funding.

Local
3 months ago
Despite shutdown, smooth operations at Ithaca airport

On Day 8 of the partial federal government shutdown, there are currently no staff or flight issues at the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport.

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