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Plans for Binghamton Event Venue and Photo Studio Approved
A fire-damaged Binghamton building that's been unused for several years could spring back to life as an event space. A Broome County husband and wife are planning to establish a new business at the location of the former Crescent Cleaners at 40 Clinton Street in the city's First Ward. Francisco...
Update: Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Central NY Monday night
On Monday at 8:56 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 9 p.m. for Cortland, Madison, Oneida and Onondaga counties. Staying safe as lightning approaches: Expert advice. Each year, lightning strikes the United States approximately 25 million times, with the majority of these...
100 Years Ago: July 15, 2024
100 Years Ago is brought to you by Broome Recycles. 100 years ago today, the Broome County Clerk’s Office reports that over 200 aliens are ready to take their oaths to become citizens of the United States. At this rate, it is expected that all records will be passed this year in the number of new citizens admitted.
Road Milling to Commence on Wednesday – Crews to Begin on Helen Ave
Beginning on Wednesday, July 17th, road milling will commence on the City of Cortland roadworks projects beginning on Helen Ave. The street will also have new curbing installed on July 22nd. Streets to follow Helen Ave in milling are:. Lebanon Drive. MacGregor Street. Hill Street. James Street (lower half) Huntington...
AFTON OFF FRIDAY; MAKEUP DATE TBD
AFTON, N.Y. – Due to the Afton Fair this weekend, track management at Afton Fairgrounds Speedway had to drop the CRSA Sprints Friday. A full racing program is still planned at the track. CRSA and track officials are working on a new date for the Joe’s Garage Southern Tier...
Cortland launches police chief search
CORTLAND, NY (CortacaToday) — Cortland is now searching for a new police chief. Mayor Scott Steve says the city is looking for candidates both inside and outside the Cortland Police Department. Paul Sandy recently announced he’s retiring at the end of this month. Steve says he’ll be missed....
Cayuga Heights loses public works director to Cortland
CAYUGA HEIGHTS, NY (CortacaToday) — Cayuga Heights is losing a key member of its Department of Public Works. Village Mayor Linda Woodard says DPW Director Mike Wiese is heading to Cortland to become the superintendent of public works. She calls the departure a “tremendous loss.”. “It hurts,” Woodard...
Annual Pride Festival held in Cortland (video included)
The annual Cortland Community Pride Festival was held on Saturday at courthouse park. The event included vendors, a couple of drag shows, various guest speakers and more. This was only the second annual Cortland Pride Festival, as the first-ever Pride Festival in Cortland was held in 2023.
#35 on Fox 40's Top 40: Fran Angeline
We continue on Fox 40’s Top 40 Most Impactful Local Sports Figures of All Time right now sponsored by UHS Sports Medicine and UHS Orthopedics. Number 35 is Union-Endicott's Fran Angeline! Angeline played his high school days as a U-E Tiger, then took his talents to Colgate University in college, he was his team's captain as a senior both in high school and college.
Two Broome County Fire Departments Receive Federal Funds
Two fire departments in the Southern Tier have been awarded a portion of nearly $1.5 million in federal funding that will be used for gear, training, and more. Senators Schumer and Gillibrand announced that $1,478,994.39 has been awarded to a total 16 fire departments across the state. The two Southern Tier fire departments that received money are the Village of Whitney Point Fire Department and the City of Binghamton Fire Department.
YMCA of Ithaca and Tompkins County to Support Cortland YMCA
The YMCA of Ithaca and Tompkins County announced Friday that they are set to enter into a partnership with the Cortland County Family YMCA. The Cortland County Family YMCA looks to gain additional staff support and expertise without losing the individuality they’ve had for over 150 years. The Ithaca YMCA will provide assistance with grant, philanthropy, and membership growth opportunities.
Community Champions: Oxford American Legion’s Impactful Blood Drives
The Fort Hill American Legion Post 376 in Oxford has had a longstanding tradition of hosting blood drives in partnership with the American Red Cross for over two decades. The unwavering commitment of Post 376 to community service has resulted in a significant increase in blood donations, leading to a recent recognition from the American Red Cross for the Legion's outstanding achievements in 2023.
Red’s Kettle Inn: Sports Memorabilia Sold But Future Uncertain
The large collection of Yankees, Triplets and other local sports-related memorabilia that decorated the walls of Johnson City's iconic Red's Kettle Inn has been sold off. The family-run business on CFJ Boulevard had been a fixture in the village for more than eight decades. The place closed about a year...
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