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New Yorker Strikes Gold With Million-Dollar Mega Millions Win
One lucky New York resident just won a million dollars in the Mega Millions. Tuesday August 13th 2024's winning numbers were 34, 55, 59, 65, 70, and the Mega Ball was 12. The Megaplier was 4X. One ticket purchased in New York matched all five numbers except for the Mega Ball worth $1 million.
Electronic bikes gain speed in WNY, local bike shop offers tips to remain safe
TONAWANDA, N.Y. (WIVB) — Electric bikes and electric scooters have never been more popular. “E-bike sales have really tripled in the last three years,” said Jim Costello, the regional manager of Bert’s Bikes and Fitness. Costello says e-bikes are safe, but like any other battery-powered vehicle, he says people need to use common sense. “You […]
Three Upstate NY College Hockey Programs Named in New Class-Action Lawsuit
Three college hockey programs in Upstate New York were among the ten named in a class-action lawsuit filed on Monday, August 12th. Per a report from The Hockey News, the suit was filed by Freedman Normand Friedland LLP on behalf of former junior hockey player Rylan Masterson. The suit names...
Survey aims to understand barriers to accessing healthcare in the Finger Lakes region
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Eight counties in the Finger Lakes region collaborated on a survey to better understand how someone’s location and financial abilities impact their access to healthcare. The health departments in Ontario, Wayne, Seneca, Livingston, Yates, Chemung, Schuyler, and Steuben want to know how often the people...
Spencer-Van Etten Board of Education Tackles Code of Conduct
On Thursday, Aug. 8, the Spencer-Van Etten board of education conducted their annual review and approval of the district’s code of conduct. Although there were no changes from last year’s code of conduct, some board members had concerns, specifically about the district’s discipline policies. Board President Don...
Injured red-tailed hawk rehabbed, released on Syracuse University campus (video)
A young red-tailed hawk was released on Sunday back into its territory on Syracuse University’s campus. On July 21, two passersby, Anthony and Mary, found the hawk sitting on a concrete stoop in Thornden Park. They knew something was wrong when the bird didn’t fly away as they approached it.
Cortland Weather Outlook: Thursday, August 15
FUNFLICKS BRINGS THE DRIVE-IN TO YOU. CLICK THE IMAGE BELOW!!. Your Cortland County weather forecast for Thursday, August 15, 2024:. High pressure will move overhead today, extending our stretch of quiet weather. Sunny morning skies will mix with developing fair weather clouds, as is typical for the warm season. During...
Webb delivers $120,000 to Kitchen Theatre in Ithaca
ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) – Improvements are coming to The Kitchen Theatre Company (KTC) in Ithaca. KTC is getting a DASNY grant for several infrastructure projects to enhance the space. Producing Artistic Director Emily Jackson credits State Senator Lea Webb, who encouraged KTC to seek funding in late 2023, and dropped the $120,000 check off in Ithaca on Monday, August 12, 2024.
Cortland County sheriff launches website, smartphone app
CORTLAND, NY (CortacaToday) — A local law enforcement agency has a new website. Sheriff Mark Helms says CortlandCountySheriffNY.com includes a sex offender registry, inmate search, and the county’s most wanted criminals. A smartphone app has also launched, which Helms says will keep Cortland County residents and visitors connected and informed.
Ithaca Ballet holding auditions for 2024-25 season
ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) — Auditions are being held at the Ithaca Ballet. They’re looking for performers for the 2024 to 2025 season, which includes shows like Sleeping Beauty and the Nutcracker. The open auditions are Saturday, September 7th at 12:45 in the Ballet Center Studio on North Plain Street.
Major Warning To College Students In New York State
Colleges and universities in New York State will heading back to classes soon and there is a new warning that has been issued for the students. The summer has flown by and many families are preparing for the back to school grind. For most families that means buying the proper supplies and clothing to get there year started properly. For others it means making sure that the tuition bills are paid and kids are moved in to dorms or apartments.
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