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Advocates hope trial forces Lyft to provide more wheelchair-accessible vehicles for riders
Expanding the availability of wheelchair-accessible vehicles from Lyft in Westchester, New York state and throughout the country is the goal of advocates for the disabled when a first of its kind class-action lawsuit goes to trial Monday in federal court in White Plains. The lawsuit contends that Lyft's treatment of people who require...
OCSO: Two-year-old found wandering Phelps, mother arrested
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A mother in Phelps was arrested after deputies said they found her child wandering alone in the village. According to the Ontario County Sheriff’s Office, the two-year-old child of Michelle Lead, 32, was found walking alone on Main Street and Church Street. Deputies said the child was not wearing shoes or […]
Former CNY college hockey player becomes NHL’s first female coach on bench
A former Central New York college hockey player is breaking barriers in the NHL. Jessica Campbell, a 2014 graduate of Cornell University, has been hired by the Seattle Kraken as an assistant coach. She will be the first female coach on the bench in NHL history. If you purchase a...
Couple Helps Kitten Missing a Limb and Becomes Attached to Him and His 'Greatest Protector'
A couple helped a little tripod kitten and became attached to him and his "greatest protector." When Little Wanderers NYC, an animal rescue, received an urgent call about a feline family found outside in a neighborhood, they leaped into action. Volunteers coordinated the rescue and brought them to safety in...
35-year-old man injured in hit-and-run crash in Syracuse dies
Syracuse, N.Y. -- A 35-year-old man hit by a vehicle Friday night in Syracuse has died, police said. The man who died is Shane Jackson of Syracuse, said Kieran Coffey, a spokesperson for the Syracuse police. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
Big Fish Summer – Bonnell’s brown trout from Pine Creek
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – We reveal our next 18 Sports Big Fish Summer photo of the season. Congrats to Sandy and Sammy Bonnell for catching these brown trout at Pine Creek Gorge. The two trout measure at 19 and 17 inches respectively. Like the Bonnell’s, you can submit your biggest fish of the summer to […]
City police announces new dog control officer
The City of Cortland Police Department announced its new dog control officer. Gracie Hubbard, a local resident, is now the city’s part-time dog control officer, according to the announcement. Hubbard has an interest in helping animals and assisting city police with dog control needs. Noted in the announcement, “Gracie...
Man suspected of murdering Cleveland officer allegedly shot, killed grandmother: report
CLEVELAND (TND) — The man suspected of murdering a 27-year-old Cleveland police officer was also accused of fatally shooting his grandmother in the face, according to a report. De’Lawnte Hardy was expected to face charges Monday in connection to the death of 63-year-old Beatrice Porter, Cleveland.com reported. The media...
Bradford man arrested on multiple charges after domestic dispute
BRADFORD, N.Y. (WETM) – A Bradford man has been arrested on multiple charges following a domestic dispute in the Village of Bath last week. According to the Village of Bath Police Department, Aaron L. Barnard, 41, was arrested on Friday, July 5, on the following charges: Barnard’s arrest follows an incident that occurred around 7:17 […]
Under a Monumental Agreement, Cornell Pledges $425,000 Annual Contribution to Town of Ithaca
After a Town Hall resolution was unanimously passed approving the first-ever voluntary payment agreement between the Town of Ithaca and Cornell on June 10, the University formally agreed to the contribution. The agreement was signed on June 13, acknowledging that Cornell will provide $425,000 annually to the Town of Ithaca...
Student success makes Oswego top NY public university in BEA ranking
SUNY Oswego was recognized among top achievers by the Broadcast Education Association (BEA)’s 2024 Recognition of Institutional Excellence in Media, placing at the top of four SUNY schools and in the top five of all New York universities, both public and private, that made the list. The recognition, released...
Crews remove temporary asphalt; gas main project begins
Construction crews have begun the process of removing temporary asphalt in Cortland, while a gas main project has started in a specific part of the city. According to Crown City Rising, crews are removing the temporary asphalt on the east side of Main Street between Clinton Avenue and Port Watson Street. The west side lane of Main Street is open to traffic.
Company news: Zora Thomova hired by SUNY College of ESF
The SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry named Zora Thomova associate provost for academic affairs and dean of the Graduate School. A professor of mathematics, Thomova has held several leadership positions at SUNY Polytechnic Institute, including interim provost, director of global programs, and interim dean for the College of Arts and Sciences. She also served as the general education coordinator and co-chaired the SUNY Poly Governance Council.
Regular Brush Pickup Announced For City of Cortland Residents
City of Cortland residents will now have a regular brush pickup, Cortland Mayor Scott Steve announced during last week’s Common Council meeting. Mayor Steve the decision was made after windy weather brought down numerous tree branches and limbs in the city in late June. A brush pick-up will take...
Grant Funding to Village of Homer For Linear Park Reinstated – Mayor Credits Senator Webb’s Assistance
State grant funding for the Village of Homer’s Linear Park on Route 11, appears to be back on the table. In a letter to Homer Mayor Hal McCabe, Director of the Grants Bureau Beatrice L. Gamache says three things will be required for the state to reconsider the grant to the village.
WNBA getting traction it deserves, Cornell coach says
ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) — A Cornell hoops coach is reacting to the recent spike in WNBA ratings. The league is seeing record numbers in viewership. Cornell Women’s Basketball Director of Operations Vanese Barnes says women’s basketball is a hot commodity. “I think it always has been, but...
New businesses to add dining options in downtown Ithaca
ITHACA, N.Y. — A new restaurant and a deli opening soon are expanding the food options available in downtown Ithaca. The Lotus opened in May on North Aurora Street adjacent to the Commons. The restaurant fills the space that used to be Viva Taqueria which had been vacant since Viva moved across the street in the spring of last year. The Ithaca Deli will open in the old Starbucks location on East Seneca Street.
SUNY Cortland to showcase concert history during reunion
CORTLAND, NY (CortacaToday) – SUNY Cortland Alumni will gather later this week. Hundreds of Red Dragons are set to make their way into Cortland in the coming days for the annual reunion. A full slate of events is planned beginning Thursday night. Among the scheduled programming and excursions is a deep dive into the history of musical performances at the college. The musical legacy programming comes in concert with the recently launched website highlighting performers who played SUNY Cortland from 1960-1990, including the Eagles, Billy Joel, and Aerosmith.
Ithaca seeks input for DRI grant application
ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) – The City of Ithaca wants to hear from you. Ithaca is launching an open call for projects as it prepares a new application for the $10 million Downtown Revitalization grant program. Officials say the application will focus on developing the West End, West State/MLK Jr. Street, the Commons, and other areas. The city would like to strengthen connectivity between the waterfront and downtown areas.
Several people arrested, three currently charged after large fight in Oswego
OSWEGO, N.Y. — Three people are facing multiple criminal charges after a large fight broke out on East Tenth Street in Oswego on Sunday, July 7. Oswego Police Department responded to the area of East Tenth and Cayuga Streets in Oswego, arriving officers observed a large fight, which began to disperse with their presence.
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