LOCAL NEWS
Ithaca woman wraps houses in plastic, fears asbestos from former library
A woman in Ithaca has sealed up the homes she rents with plastic in fear of she says are chemicals coming from across the street. Susan Kramer’s properties aren’t hard to see. She has several on West Court Street in …more
Citizens Bank backing affordable housing project in town of Geneva
Citizens Bank said it is playing a key role in the financing package for an affordable housing project in the …moreWayne-Finger Lakes BOCES selects new leader
A former Rochester City School District administrator is on track to be the next superintendent of Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES. The …more
‘Raise the Age’ law reforms justice system for youth in Tompkins and across the state
Earlier this month, police reported that three youth stabbed a man near the Ithaca Commons. The process for the felony …more
New farm bill could herald hemp resurgence in Southern Tier, Schumer says
U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., and Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., have plenty of disagreements, with one notable …more
THE DEBRIEF: Breaking down the biggest stories of 2018 (podcast)
What were the biggest issues in 2018? Many of them came at the end of the year, as elected officials …more
Deputies: Drunk driver nearly struck vehicle on NYS Thruway
On December 26th at approximately 3:50 p.m. deputies responded to the Petro truck stop at 1255 State Route 414 for …more
After shutting down at Eastview Mall, Sears announces closure of Marketplace Mall location
The deadline for bids to keep Sears from bankruptcy is later today, but the end is near either way for the Marketplace Mall …more
Auburn man charged with punching, choking woman
An Auburn man is facing criminal charges after allegedly attacking a woman Thursday night, the Auburn Police Department said. Emmanuel …more
Eastview Mall adds Prime Steak House to restaurant roster
A new eatery is open for business at Eastview Mall. Prime Steak House, a 8,600 square foot restaurant, is the …more
SF Board accepts ball drop app despite concerns; moves landfill revenue to cover Vince’s Park shortfall
The final legislative session of the 2018 calendar year in Seneca Falls didn’t go without some controversy, as the Board …more
SUNDAY CONVERSATION: Sheriff-elect Brian Schenck on first term, goals for 2019 in Cayuga County
What does the future of law enforcement look like in Cayuga County as incoming Sheriff Brian Schenck takes office on …more