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Dryden, Freeville town courts to merge by end of 2024
DRYDEN, NY (CortacaToday) — Two Tompkins County courts are becoming one. The Dryden and Freeville town courts will merge by the end of the year. Dryden Town Supervisor Jason Leifer says the decision was made after a judge decided to retire. Leifer tells us the change won’t happen right...
Nelson elected Lions International Director
New York Mills Lions Club member begins two-year term as director. Bert Nelson, New York Mills, was recently elected as one of the newest International Directors for the Lions Clubs International at a convention held in Australia in June. Nelson has been involved with the Lions organization since he joined...
Cortland County Democratic Committee Announces Nominations to Fill Vacancies – Need Confirmation by Common Council
The Cortland County Democratic Committee has announced three nominations for vacancies in the City of Cortland Court and County Legislative District 5, which is in the City of Cortland. All nominations will need to be confirmed by the City of Cortland Common Council during tonight’s meeting at 6pm in City Hall.
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....
Do You Know The 4 New York State Towns Called Out In Iconic TV Show?
This popular TV show first aired in the late 1950's and still gets TV time in 2024. Fans of this show look forward to New Year's eve and day along with the fourth of July weekend to watch it on the big screen. During the fourth of July weekend marathon,...
Cortland man charged after police say they witnessed drug sale
CORTLAND, NY (CortacaToday) – A man is in custody after authorities in Cortland say they saw him selling drugs. Cortland Police were investigating Thursday, July 11 near the Speedway gas station on Port Watson Street when they allegedly witnessed Christian Rogers make a narcotic sale. The 32-year-old had fentanyl, cocaine, meth, packaging material, and cash in his possession, according to Cortland PD.
Community members gather to display support and solidarity at Palestine Cultural Festival
People of all ages and ethnicities came together at the American Civic Association in Binghamton today to celebrate while expressing solidarity with Palestine. The gathering was a collaboration between the aca and pro-Palestinian organizations from the community as well as Binghamton University. On the festival floor were tables from the...
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.
Found Property Leads to Drug Arrest
Around 12:45 in the afternoon on Friday, July 5th, officers with the Cortland County Sheriff’s Office responded to a found property call at Squeaky Clean at the intersection of Route 281 and Route 222 in Cortlandville. An investigation by an officer determined 27 year old John A. Berdon III...
Former Upstate New York Ball Player Inspired “Field of Dreams” Character
Archibald Wright "Moonlight" Graham is a name that resonates with baseball fans and moviegoers alike but did you know that he has a very special, albeit brief, connection to Binghamton?. Although Graham played only one game in Major League Baseball, his story has become one of the most enduring legends...
July Fest turns Binghamton's Court Street into a block party
The 59th annual July Fest is well underway on Court Street in downtown Binghamton. The combined fair and Music and Jazz festival kicked off yesterday, treating locals to free entertainment alongside giving a platform to several small businesses. This year's lineup features twenty different acts ranging from rock to jazz...
Leor Kweller, former defendant in Colonial case, files Notice of Claim alleging civil rights violations
Last summer, a Broome County judge dismissed all criminal charges against Leor Kweller, whose 2022 arrest in connection with an alleged sexual assault shook the Binghamton community. Now, Kweller and his legal team have filed a Notice of Claim, a document that is a prerequisite to initiating civil claims against...
Motorcycle Crash in Homer Sends Two to Hospital – Motorcyclist Was Traveling at High Rate of Speed, Passing Illegally
Around 9:13 pm on Friday, July 12th, first responders were dispatched to a car vs. motorcycle crash on South Main Street in the Village of Homer, just north of Copeland Ave. The crash resulted in South Main Street being temporarily closed between Copeland and Albany Street within the village. The...
Wanted Groton man arrested on numerous charges after police chase
DRYDEN, N.Y. (WETM) — A wanted Groton man is facing multiple drug, weapon, theft, and escape-related charges after a police chase that started in Dryden. According to the Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office, sheriff’s deputies and Dryden Police Officers saw Joshua F. Conklin, 35, leaving the Dryden Hotel in a black Ford Mustang at 8:34 a.m. […]
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