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Tompkins County Jail fully staffed, sheriff says
ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) — The Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office has a few job openings, but one department is fully staffed. Sheriff Derek Osborne tells WHCU while the road patrol division does have some openings, there’s no need for more corrections officers. Osborne says the application process is...
SUNY Cortland’s Erik Bitterbaum on leadership: Set the vision, hire top talent, find the resources
Erik Bitterbaum, Ph.D., has been president of the State University of New York at Cortland since before most of the college’s students were born. “A college campus is forever young,” says Bitterbaum, 71, appointed in 2003 and now the SUNY system’s second-longest serving president. He finds young people a source of energy and bemusement — as when they knock on the door to his campus residence at 2 in the morning to see if he’s awake.
New York Named One of the Most Cultured States
New data has revealed the top 10 most cultured states in the U.S. The Cultural States Index, by student travel company Rustic Pathways analyzed each state against five factors: the number of National Historic Landmarks (NHLs), museums and galleries, live performance spaces, film and media sites, and literary sites. Each factor was compared against the state's population and land area (sq mi). Results for each category were converted into an overall score out of 100 to determine the ranking.
NY schools must notify parents of lockdown drills, try to avoid unintended student trauma
Starting this fall, New York schools will have to develop procedures for notifying parents ahead of lockdown drills and will have to make sure that drills do not mimic a school shooting or other incident of violence. The state Board of Regents, which sets statewide education policy, approved the changes...
Recent Cyber Attacks Threaten Hudson Valley, New York Infrastructure
The Hudson Valley has fallen victim to a slew of cyber attacks in recent months, compromising important information from both local organizations and individuals. Cyberattack complaints in New York state increased 53% between 2016 and 2022, jumping from 16,426 incidents in 2016 to 25,112 in 2022, according to the FBI. The number of attacks targeting critical infrastructure in New York state nearly doubled to 83 in the first half of 2023 compared to 48 during the entirety of 2022 according to a report released by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.
Gov. Hochul weighs banning cellphones in classrooms across NY
NEW YORK (PIX11) – New York lawmakers are considering a statewide ban on cellphones in classrooms. Gov. Kathy Hochul met with superintendents, teachers and union leaders from several school districts on Monday on the possible restrictions. “The principals, the superintendents also told me about what happens when students are there, capturing everything that happens with […]
Navigating Short-Term Rental Insurance: Insights from Security Mutual Insurance Company
The picturesque landscapes and vibrant communities of Ithaca and Tompkins County have transformed them into highly sought-after destinations for travelers seeking unique experiences. With the emergence of platforms like Airbnb and VRBO, short-term rentals have surged in popularity among visitors, offering them an authentic glimpse into the local lifestyle and culture. This boom in short-term rentals presents property owners with lucrative opportunities to capitalize on the tourism influx. However, amidst the excitement of hosting guests, property owners must grasp the insurance considerations associated with short-term rentals.
NYTHA Contributes $25K to Support Cornell Equine
The New York Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association (NYTHA) has made a contribution of $25,000 to support the development of Cornell Equine. The cross-campus program, rooted in Cornell University's scientific research clinical care and education, and based at the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, aims to advance equine health and education through enhanced collaboration amongst interdisciplinary teams.
‘Low’ singer, Flo Rida scheduled to perform at the Fair
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — We’ve got a good feeling about the New York State Fair announcing Flo Rida as their next concert. Tramar Lacel Dillard, known by the stage name Flo Rida has been releasing hit singles since “Low” came out in 2007. He will be at Suburban Park Stage on Thursday, Aug. 29 at […]
Dryden firefighter reflects on experience with firefighters in Malawi
When Dryden firefighter Amanda Brayton took a trip to Malawi in June, she quickly realized the vast differences between fire departments there and in America. For example, Brayton said the city of Blantyre, Malawi has a population of about 1.8 million people. The city has a fire station and a substation, but both stations have only one fire truck.
Company news: Autumn R. Burgin admitted to New York State Bar
Bousquet Holstein PLLC announced Autumn R. Burgin has been admitted into the New York State Bar. Burgin is an associate in the firm’s corporate law, trusts and estates and litigation practice groups. Prior to joining Bousquet Holstein, she took part in the firm’s 2022 summer associates program and completed several legal internships, contributing to her diverse legal knowledge and experience.
City of Ithaca Common Council enacts Good Cause Eviction law
Ithaca City Common Council voted in favor of opting into the recently passed New York State Good Cause Eviction law at a meeting July 10, making the city the fourth municipality in the state to do so. Under the new law, landlords cannot evict or refuse to renew a lease...
Watch Out: 12 Wanted New York Men Are ‘Armed And Dangerous’
Top New York officials warn these 12 wanted men should be considered "ARMED and DANGEROUS." Several have ties to the Hudson Valley and Upstate New York. Can you help the police find these men? What should you do if see one or know someone's whereabouts?. Can You Help Police Find...
Lansing’s Lindsey Fish heads to SUNY Morrisville for softball
Tompkins County has a proud history of softball standouts who have gone on to compete in college. The most recent examples are Groton’s Elisa Allen at Binghamton University and Dryden’s Kahlen Cornell at Georgian Court University, and Lansing’s Zoie Burke at Tompkins Cortland Community College. Another Lansing native is getting set for the next chapter of her career.
Severe thunderstorms leave much of Southern Tier without power, downed trees, other damage
Thousands of electric customers across the Twin Tiers lost power when severe thunderstorms rumbled through the region Monday. Many of those residents remained without power Tuesday and into Wednesday, and utility company crews scrambled to restore service while other emergency responders worked to remove downed trees and deal with other damage the storm left in its wake. ...
Jamey Edwards is on a mission to fix healthcare
The newest episode of a podcast hosted by Entrepreneurship at Cornell, Startup Cornell, features Jamey Edwards, president & chief strategy officer at Koko Home, a company providing radar driven, AI-enabled solutions for healthcare and an Entrepreneur in Residence of StartUp Health, which was founded in 2011 to invest in global health entrepreneurs.
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