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Retired Cornell Senior Lecturer and Ithacan Mary Gilliland Becomes Award-Winning Poet
Mary Gilliland ’73 M.A.T ’80 retired from her senior lecture position at Cornell to pursue writing full-time. Nearly two decades later, Gilliland’s pursuits have resulted in the award-winning poetry collections “The Devil’s Fools,” “The Ruined Walled Castle Garden” and “Ember Days.”
Five Cornell alums headed to Paris for Olympics
Two-time state high school wrestling champion. Four-time NCAA champion. Four-time world champion. Entrepreneur. Husband, father of three, role model. And there’s one more title Kyle Dake ’13 would love to add to that long list: Olympic champion. However, a gold medal won’t be how he measures success when...
New non-stop flights from Rochester to Florida & North Carolina
ROCHESTER, NY (WROC) – Avelo Airlines announced a large expansion in Rochester Wednesday – now offering non-stop flights from Rochester to Central Florida and North Carolina near Charlotte. The one-way flights will run twice weekly in the fall. According to the airline, flights will be priced low, with some starting at just $62. Passengers will […]
Horseheads sticker shop raided, accused of selling weed illegally
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WENY) -- Best Buds in Horseheads was closed Wednesday evening after they had their marijuana seized by law enforcement. A sign posted on the door of the business in Hanover Square reads that illicit cannabis was seized and the shop was ordered to close. The sign was posted by the New York State Office of Cannabis Management.
Steamers cruise in NYCBL semifinal opener, Pios game gets rained out
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The Hornell Steamers picked up another win, while the Elmira Pioneers saw their game washed out. The Hornell Steamers rolled to a 9-1 win, on Wednesday. The Steamers rode impressive late game offense past Dansville, in Game 1 of the NYCBL West Division Championship Series. In a game that was moved […]
Salvation Army Corning’s Red Kettles out now, fundraising down.
CORNING, N.Y. (WETM)– The Salvation Army is making red kettles available to businesses in Corning to get a head start in raising money. The goal is set at $65,000 after missing last year’s mark. The Salvation Army is hoping to expand its reach throughout the community in order to fully fund their programs as the […]
Summer hikes: Check out these 5 public trails in the Hornell, Wellsville areas
Looking for a new place to take a hike this summer? You don't need to take a long road trip to the Adirondacks to experience the great outdoors in New York state. Excellent trails for everyone from beginners to experienced hikers are just a short drive away, offering riverside views, towering forests,...
Town of Ithaca, property owner look to redevelop iconic Turback’s property
ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) – If you ever find yourself longing for the old days of Ithaca, one town official has some potentially good news. Town Supervisor Rod Howe says someone has purchased the gothic revival building at 919 Elmira Road, the former location of the popular Turback’s Restaurant. With help from the town, the owner is pursuing a development grant in hopes of breathing new life into the property and perhaps providing an economic boon to the town and city.
Belle Terre – 6 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Home on 1.3 Acres With Water Views!
Perched perfectly 30 feet above sea level is this water view gem in the Village of Belle Terre. Tucked down in a quiet cul-de-sac, this 4000+ sqft. , 3 level home offers westerly facing water views, an open great room with stone wall fireplace, updated kitchen, and a grand loft. All 4 bedrooms on the lower-level offer water views.
Guthrie hosts Community Benefit Brunch for grant recipients
SAYRE – Guthrie hosted a Community Benefit Brunch on Tuesday, July 23 to honor the recipients of the Donald Guthrie Foundation Community Benefit Grants from fiscal year 2024. According to a press release, the event celebrated the impactful initiatives supported by Guthrie’s commitment to community wellbeing. “Since Dr....
Chemung County Fair to return for 182nd year
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WETM) — The Chemung County Fair will be back in Horseheads in just one week. The Chemung County Fairgrounds will be filled with rides, games, vendors, livestock exhibits, and live entertainment from Wednesday, July 31, through Saturday, Aug. 3. The fair will be open from noon until 10 p.m., and the midway will […]
Teal Park Picnic to benefit local feline spay and neuter organization
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WENY) -- A local non-profit who helps spay and neuter the area's stray cat population is hosting a fundraising event at Teal Park Thursday. The Teal Park Picnic will benefit TLC TNR through donated food proceeds, and other giving opportunities. The event runs from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30...
Racker Rivals Returns To Lynah On July 27
ITHACA, N.Y. – The 10th annual Racker Rivals Big Red hockey game sponsored by Tompkins Financial will return to Lynah Rink on Saturday, July 27 with the game at 4 p.m. The Family and Friends Open Skate begins at 2:30 p.m. The annual game has raised over $1 million for the event in previous years. The Racker Rivals Big Red night is an exhibition hockey game featuring Cornell University men's and women's coaches, celebrities, and local community players to raise funds for individuals with disabilities in the Ithaca community. The Racker Rivals Big Red is FREE thanks to #ExcellusBlueCrossBlueShield. You...
Elmira City School District Pre-K registration open at Wisner Market
Parents can still register their children for Pre-K classes in the Elmira City School District. District staff will be available at this week's Wisner Market in downtown Elmira Thursday to assist with registration. Pre-K is available for children ages 3 through 4. More information on registration can also be found...
Southworks opening to visitors, Sciencenter shares sad news, move over laws, weekend plans
Good morning ☀️ It’s Thursday and I’m talking about the next big development in Ithaca in today's newsletter, and helping you to plan out your weekend. If you have any Finger Lakes moments you’d like to share, send me your best photos and a short passage to JMack@gannett.com so I can share the love...
The Juice Collective to open new location in downtown Elmira
As part of the effort to rejuvenate the downtown Elmira area, The Juice Collective, previously located in the Arnot Mall, will have a soft opening at its new location on Saturday. The new store at 149 West Gray Street will be open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Juice...
NEO Project: Ithaca-Based Band Brings The Funk All Over New York
Hailing from Ithaca, six-piece funk band NEO Project dazzles audiences with their energetic stage presence and hypnotic fusion music. Their unique, high-energy sound and performances have blown crowds away for the better part of a decade. With an interesting mix of genres and insatiable chemistry, NEO Project is sure to put on an unforgettable performance.
Stewart Park Pool closed for maintenance until July 31
The City of Corning has announced the temporary closure of Stewart Park Pool due to maintenance issues. The pool is scheduled to reopen on Wednesday, July 31 at 1 p.m. The city apologizes for any inconvenience caused by the closure.
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