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State Police: Individual arrest for DWI after ‘doing a burnout’ at local gas station
An individual was arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) at a local gas station, according to a New York State Police report. The state police report noted at 11:23 a.m. on Saturday (Aug. 10), troopers conducted a traffic stop after Kieran K. Matzky, 22, of Pittsford, was “observed spinning his tires” and “doing a burnout” at the Mobil gas station on West Road in Homer.
UAW willing to strike, Rowley design brand, mini golf, Endicott arrest
Good morning and welcome back to the Ithaca Journal’s Daily Briefing ☀️ It’s Monday again, so I’m helping you start the week off with some updates on an issue important to thousands of Ithacans. If you have any Finger Lakes moments you’d like to share, send your best photos and a short passage to...
Cornell’s Ellie VanHouten Competes in 2024 U23 Rowing Championships
Ellie VanHouten, a rising senior at Cornell University, will represent the U.S. at the 2024 World Rowing Under-23 Championships in St. Catharines, Ontario. Teaming up with Paige Wheeler from Ohio State, VanHouten secured her spot by winning the U19/U23/Senior/Para Worlds Trials, finishing with a time of 6:58.62. The duo will compete against nine other international crews in the women's double sculls event. VanHouten has received accolades for her rowing performance and academic achievements, culminating in this prestigious opportunity. The championship takes place close to home, with local supporters planning to cheer for the team.
3-day EDM music festival returning to Homer
HOMER, NY (WIVT/WBGH) — Over 30 electronic musicians and multiple visual artists are coming together in Homer for an electric weekend of music. The Northeast Electro-Music Festival (NEEM) is back for the 2024 rendition of music celebration. From Friday, September 13 to Sunday, September 15, NEEM will be housed at the Center for the Arts […]
County Sheriff: Cortland woman arrested following car accident
A Cortland woman was arrested following a car accident, according to a report. The Cortland County Sheriff’s report stated that officers responded to a single car crash on Health Camp Road in Homer on Thursday evening (Aug. 15). According to the report, Savannah L. Johnston, 35, had “driven off the roadway” and was determined by officers to be “under the influence of drugs.”
Magic on Main is Tonight in Village of Homer
Magic on Main is this evening in the Village of Homer from 6 to 9pm on Main Street. The annual event will feature amazing foods, live music, activities for the whole family including a magician, face painting, and a photo booth. The Homer Police Department is reminding everyone that Main...
Cortland Arts Connect Announces Extension of Regional Photography Exhibit Entry
Cortland Arts Connect has extended the entry date deadline for their 14th annual Regional Photography Exhibit; the deadline has been extended to Friday, August 30th. The exhibit gives an opportunity to photographers to share their work in the community and also celebrate the art of photography while competing for awards and recognition.
City of Ithaca extends downtown revitalization initiative call for projects to Aug. 21
The City of Ithaca is preparing a new application to the New York State Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI). If awarded, $10 million would be allocated for projects in downtown Ithaca intended to spur revitalization and community vibrancy. The city launched an open call for projects on July 3 and the...
YWCA in Need of Backpacks For Bridges For Kids Mentoring Program
The YWCA of Cortland says they are in urgent need of backpacks to help support the over 250 families that are participating in the Bridges for Kids Mentoring Program. The backpacks are vital as the new school year approaches. Donations may be brought to the YWCA on Clayton Ave. through August 26th.
Summer sidewalk sale returns to downtown Ithaca
ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) — Downtown Ithaca’s summer sidewalk sale is back. Nan Rohrer at the Downtown Ithaca Alliance says shop owners around the city are participating. Rohrer says the sale will help businesses still rebuilding from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Trumansburg certified as pro-housing community
TRUMANSBURG, NY (CortacaToday) — Trumansburg is a pro-housing community. Village trustee Ben Darfler, who led the certification effort, says Trumansburg is now eligible to receive up to 650 million dollars in funding. “The Pro-Housing Communities Program, an initiative by New York State, acknowledges municipalities that are actively working to...
Spend Time with Benjamin Franklin
Seats are available in both sections of Benjamin Franklin and the American Dream: An Inquiry into Our Founding Values (ICSM-10800):. Sec. 03: TR 8:00 AM, Smiddy 115 (CRN 20047) Sec. 04: TR 9:25 AM, Smiddy 115 (CRN 20048) This Ithaca Seminar in Writing explores the life, career, and legacy of...
Parade on Saturday will celebrate Kyle Dake’s Olympic bronze medal
Lansing High School and Cornell University graduate Kyle Dake earned his second bronze medal at the 2024 Olympics in Paris last week, and his hometown will hold a parade followed by a meet-and-greet on Saturday, starting at about 3pm. “The parade will begin at the Lansing Town Hall, loop around...
Two men accused of deadly triple shooting on Hazelwood Terrace
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Rochester police announced arrests have been made in the deadly triple shooting on Hazelwood Terrace earlier this week. Nasezire Horton, 21, and Quentin Riviere were arraigned in court Friday morning. Both men pleaded not guilty to their charges. This stemmed from a fatal triple shooting earlier this week. On Monday, 19-year-old […]
First look inside flooded Jasper-Troupsburg High School
JASPER, N.Y. (WETM) – 18 News got a look inside the Jasper-Troupsburg High School after it got hit by flooding for the second time in three years. In 2021, the remnants of Tropical Storm Fred devastated the property as mud and debris rushed into the first floor. The school has been closed since. About 200 […]
'Who Let the Dogs Out?' adoption event in Rochester will feature live music, bar crawl
Rochester, N.Y.— The City of Rochester Animal Services is teaming up with the Verona Street Animal Society for the inaugural "Who Let the Dogs Out?" benefit event. It will feature live music, a bar crawl, a variety of local vendors, and of course, some adorable dogs up for adoption.
Rock legends reuniting for ‘Last Waltz’ tour, including Upstate NY concerts
Two rock legends are reuniting for a special tour paying tribute to The Band’s Robbie Robertson. Guitarist Mike Campbell and keyboardist Benmont Tench, both founding members of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, will lead the “Life is a Carnival: Last Waltz Tour ‘24.” The Rock and Roll Hall of Famers will be joined by Ryan Bingham, Jamey Johnson, and Don Was for a series of concerts celebrating the music of Robertson and “The Last Waltz.”
Webster dance studio owner fights to reclaim Facebook page hijacked by hacker posting explicit content
WEBSTER, N.Y. – Denise Baller, owner of Dancing with Denise studios in Webster, is struggling to get her hijacked Facebook page taken down or recovered after it was hacked just before her big dance recitals in May. “And the next thing I knew the green monster was on my...
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