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6 hours ago

Ithaca’s Seneca Street Parking Garage closed for safety reasons

ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) – The City of Ithaca has closed the Seneca Street Parking Garage in the interest of public…

17 hours ago

Seneca Falls makes USA Today’s 10 Best Historic Small Towns list

On April 8, the home of the women’s suffrage movement was named to USA Today’s 2026 10 Best Historic Small Towns list.

17 hours ago

Wegmans issues recall on Lundberg Organic Jasmine White Rice

Officials say some 2-pound bags of Lundberg Organic Jasmine White Rice may potentially contain foreign material.

2 days ago

Travelers face higher costs and fewer flight options as jet fuel prices swing

A new reality is setting in for travelers worldwide: rising fees, fewer flight options and difficult decisions about whether a trip is worth the cost.

2 days ago

Study: Storefront vacancy rate in Ithaca falls from 2025

Ithaca's vacancy rate among stores is down to 10.9%.

2 days ago

ITH to host Community Art Gala on Saturday

On April 11, the event, "Where Culture Takes Flight," will feature local artwork, live music, vendors, and a variety of family-friendly activities.

3 days ago

CCE to host seed-sharing events Saturday in Tioga County

On April 11, Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) will host two seed-sharing events for gardeners with expert volunteers on hand to assist.

3 days ago

Trumansburg restaurant expands menu after liquor license approval

After months of waiting, El Amigo Tacos and Tequila’s liquor license has been approved.

3 days ago

Community food drive Saturday in Dryden

On April 11, firefighters will collect non-perishable food items, pet food, and personal hygiene products for community members in need.

4 days ago

What to know about Cortland County Safe Passing Law

The Cortland County Safe Passing Law clearly defines a safe distance between vehicles and 'vulnerable road users,' Legislator Beau Harbin says.

4 days ago

Over $3.7 million headed to Southern Tier farms for climate resilience projects

On March 30, over $3.7 million in funding was announced for 33 farmers in the region to combat the impacts of climate change.

5 days ago

Can a single therapy session make a difference? Experts say yes, with the right mindset

Experts say an increasing number of people who, at least for now, have decided to forgo the weeks, months or even years that traditional therapy implies in favor of a more targeted approach.

1 week ago

Data: Tompkins County population sees slight growth, Cortland County population falls

New population data is out from the Cornell Program on Applied Demographics. 

2 weeks ago

Stores must accept cash payments under new state law

New York Attorney General Letitia James says stores must allow customers to pay in cash, with some exceptions.

2 weeks ago

Free consumer law legal clinic Tuesday at TCPL

The Tompkins County Public Library is hosting a free legal clinic about consumer law on Tuesday.

2 weeks ago

Expert: cold winter will not affect tick prevalence

A Cornell expert says the tick population was unaffected by winter.

2 weeks ago

Having a conversation and creating best practices for your child’s social media use

In a pivotal moment that underscored how powerful and immersive social platforms can be for children and teens, a jury in California this week found both Meta and YouTube liable for mental health harms to kids using their services.

2 weeks ago

Ovid FD assistant chief battling cancer, community fundraiser underway

Ovid Fire Department First Assistant Chief Brian Reynolds is battling cancer for the second time.

2 weeks ago

Prescribed fires underway in Finger Lakes National Forest

Federal officials say prescribed fires began this week in Seneca and Schuyler County.

3 weeks ago

Here’s how to recycle those old laptops, iPhones and earbuds lying around

Many consumers are guilty of filling drawers or closets with old laptops, cellphones, fitness trackers and other electronic devices once they are no longer needed. It's hard to know where to recycle those items, or it seems costly and inconvenient.

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2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Thousands of fans gather as BTS launches world tour in South Korea

A huge crowd of BTS fans packed into a stadium near Seoul on Thursday to see the K-pop supergroup kick off their long-awaited world tour.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley lead 2026 ACM Awards nominations dominated by women

Megan Moroney leads the 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards with nine nominations. That includes a first-time nomination for the top prize of the night, entertainer of the year, as well as director and artist-songwriter of the year. She's also received her third consecutive nominations for female artist and visual media of the year.

2 days ago in Sports, Trending

A wild hook and a big leg kick as Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player and Tom Watson open the Masters

The Masters got started beneath whispy white clouds and a bright blue spring sky Thursday when Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson once again struck the ceremonial tee shots down the first fairway at Augusta National.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

‘Ketamine Queen’ gets 15 years in prison for selling Matthew Perry the drugs that killed him

A federal judge on Wednesday handed down a sentence of 15 years in prison to a woman who pleaded guilty to selling "Friends" star Matthew Perry the ketamine that killed him in 2023.

3 days ago in National, Trending

Route 66, a quintessential American road trip heavy on kitsch and history, turns 100

Route 66 marks its 100th anniversary this year. Despite losing its status decades ago as one of the nation's main arteries, people from around the world still flock to it to take perhaps the quintessential American road trip and soak in its neon lights, kitschy motels and attractions, and culinary offerings.