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Community
7 months ago
Unintentional overdose deaths decline sharply in Tompkins County

The Tompkins County Whole Health Department has reported a 77% decrease in overdose deaths compared to this time last year.

Community
7 months ago
State Theatre of Ithaca receives grant for building conditions study

On August 28th, officials announced that the State Theatre has won a $20,000 grant from The Preservation League of New York.

Community
7 months ago
Broad Street to close Saturday in Waverly for gameday parade, VFW bike night

Broad Street is closing between Clark Street and Pennsylvania Avenue beginning at 9 a.m. for Waverly’s Game Day parade and festivities.

Community
7 months ago
Coyote bite reported at Cornell

On August 25, the Cornell Police Department says someone was bitten by a coyote around 6:45 p.m. near the Trolley Foot Bridge.

Local
7 months ago
Stallone to depart Centralus Health as CEO; Lawlis taking over in November

Dr. Martin Stallone plans to step down this fall as CEO, a position he’s held since 2018, with Robert Lawlis taking his place.

Crime
7 months ago
Chemung County Sheriff’s Office: Scammer posing as sergeant

The Chemung County Sheriff’s Office says someone posing as “Sgt. Jim Ritter” has been calling people claiming there’s a warrant out for their arrest and asking for money.

Community
7 months ago
Traffic stop leads to arrest of Newark Valley man

55-year-old Bobby Gayle Jr. of Newark Valley is facing multiple charges after a traffic stop last week.

Community
7 months ago
Road work in Ithaca could cause delays near Collegetown

Dryden Road is closed in the 100 block and the 300 to 500 blocks for a milling and paving project.

Community
7 months ago
Bat found at Buttermilk Falls State Park tests positive for rabies

On August 22, the bat was found approximately 50 meters away from the swimming area at Buttermilk Falls State Park.

Community
7 months ago
Tompkins Chamber cancels forum with elected officials for safety concerns

The Chamber is calling off the Policy Breakfast scheduled for August 28 at Ithaca College after concerning social media posts.