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Hochul Sweeps Through East End With Money for Projects
New York Governor Kathy Hochul made a dash through the Hamptons August 9 delivering money for projects for the East End. Much of her visit was spent touting projects in Montauk, where she announced $2.5 million for the second phase of restoration of Ditch Plains Beach and to designate the marine and coastal areas off the shore of Montauk Point as a Bird Conservation Area.
What’s Happening over the Weekend? August 16-18
Here’s what is happening in the North Country over the Weekend… Friday, August 16 Event Where When Bassmaster Waddington’s Whitaker Park 7 a.m. Farmers Market Canton 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Farmers Market Alexandria Bay 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Farmers Market Carthage 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Farmers Market Chaumont 11 a.m. to 5 […]
Judge denies recusal in Trump's criminal case for third time
(The Center Square) – A judge denied for the third time a request from former President Donald Trump's legal team to recuse himself in Trump's criminal case in New York. Judge Juan Merchan said in his latest order that Trump's arguments for recusal didn't meet legal thresholds. "Stated plainly, Defendant's arguments are nothing more than a repetition of stale and unsubstantiated claims," Merchan wrote in the order. "This Court now...
Lineup For Porchfest Announced – Taking Place This Sunday in Cortland
Porchfest will be back again this Sunday, August 18th, for another day full of music in the City of Cortland. The music will be taking place on Van Hoesen, Chestnut, and Harrison Streets from 12pm to 5pm. This year will have over 35 artists/musicians performing. All sets will be 45...
Binghamton Moving to Cut Red Tape to Boost Housing Construction
The city of Binghamton may dramatically reduce parking requirements and make other zoning changes to encourage the building of more housing. Mayor Jared Kraham said he is proposing reforms to cut red tape and limit restrictions to encourage the development of residential projects. The mayor said the city is doing...
Street in Homer closed on Friday
The Homer Police Department announced that a street in the village will be closed on Friday. According to a post, North/South Main Street will be closed on Friday for the annual Magic on Main event. The event will run from 6 to 9 p.m. North/South Main Street will be partially...
Truxton FD rescues man at Tinker Falls
TRUXTON, NY (CortacaToday) – A 22-year-old man is recovering after suffering a fall in Cortland County. The Truxton Fire Department was called to Tinker Falls on Sunday, August 11, 2024, for a report of someone down with multiple injuries. When authorities reached the base of the falls, the unnamed man reportedly could not tell them how long he had been there, but he was last heard from around 11:30 p.m. Saturday.
‘Affordable’ Gym With 60 New York Locations Files For Bankruptcy
Many New Yorkers are worried about the future of their favorite gym. Blink Fitness has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The New York-based fitness company has over 100 locations nationwide, including 60 in New York State. Company officials said filing for bankruptcy is a "strategic decision to execute an...
Wildfire Smoke From Canada Will Sweep Across New York
Today will be a hazy day across parts of New York as easterly winds will bring smoke from wildfires in Canada across the region. READ MORE: DO POLICE IN NEW YORK STATE HAVE TICKET QUOTAS?. The air quality across New York will remain in the moderate range which means people...
Old Farmer’s Almanac 2024-25 New York Winter Prediction
The Old Farmer's Almanac is set to release its official Winter 2024-25 prediction on August 27th but this morning they put out a teaser of what we could expect. READ MORE: WAS THE OLD FARMER'S ALMANAC SUMMER PREDICTION CORRECT?. According to their latest update we could be in for a...
You Could Meet Shaq This Weekend In Western New York
A legend that goes beyond the sport of basketball, Shaquille O’Neal will be in the Western New York area this weekend. And….you could see him!. Shaq is a former NBA basketball player who played for six teams in his 19-year career playing professional basketball. He is a four-time NBA champion and considered to be one of the greatest centers to play the game of basketball (even if he struggled at the free throw line).
ICSD taking closer look at administrators
ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) — An administrative position in the Ithaca City School District may remain unfilled. Superintendent Luvelle Brown tells WHCU the role of deputy superintendent might disappear. Brown adds the school board will look at the need of all administrative roles, which means an increased workload for the...
Cornell’s enrollment ‘very strong,’ says interim president
ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) — Cornell’s new academic year is approaching. Interim President Michael Kotlikoff says the numbers look good. Kotlikoff is serving as president for two years while a search for Cornell’s next permanent leader continues. FULL INTERVIEW: Michael Kotlikoff on Ithaca’s Morning News.
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.
Big Red football to host free youth camp Saturday
ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) – A new coach looks to get involved in Ithaca. The Cornell University football team is set to host a youth CUBS Camp this weekend. Big Red players will attend to help youth with light drills and take pictures. Cornell Dairy Barn will provide free ice cream. Incoming Head Coach Dan Swanstrom, hired in December and returning to the area after coaching at Ithaca College from 2017-2021, calls CUBS Camp a great opportunity to engage with the community and get people excited about Cornell football.
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