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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.
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...
Slumbering Souls: Ina Hurlbut Bird
One of the names that pops up often enough at the Cortland County Historical Society is that of Ina Hurlbut Bird. Ina left behind scrapbooks containing a wealth of information as well as items which were utilized by her ancestors on the old Scott Road in the early to mid-1800s. Ina Hurlbut was born in Homer on the old Scott Road on February 13, 1870, to Leslie Lafort Hurlbut and Mary Frances Williams. Her father’s parents were children of early Homer settlers, Samuel Smith Hurlbut and Eliza DeVoe, both of whom arrived in Homer as children. Ina was proud of the fact that her great grandmother Helena Godwin DeVoe was likely the only woman who came to the wilderness of Central New York to claim land granted by New York State to her father, Captain Henry Godwin. Helena’s husband John DeVoe was detained at the Mohawk Settlements, and she arrived in Homer in early 1808 on an ox sled with two young sons driving the oxen and baby Eliza in her arms. The family settled on the Scott Road, as did the Hurlbut family. The DeVoe and Hurlbut families were both used to hard work and self-sufficiency in a sparsely populated terrain, however, Ina’s mother had a far different experience growing up in Missouri.
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...
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,...
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...
Smith is Back in Afton Fairgrounds Speedway Victory Lane
AFTON, NY – Rusty Smith found his way back to the Afton Fairgrounds Speedway victory lane on Friday night. Smith worked his way by JR Hurlburt early in the 30-lap feature to take the checked flag. Dennis Clapperton finished in second place, with JR Hurlburt in third. Nick Nye...
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. on July 10. The deputies and officers tried to stop Conklin, who was wanted, but he refused to comply.
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...
How Did Binghamton, Endicott and Johnson City Get Their Name?
Are you ready for a bit of local history? No, there will not be a quiz at the end of this article. It's just a nice little bit of knowledge about the history of some of our local towns, villages and cities. Binghamton was named after William Bingham who hailed...
Fundraising and participant records shattered at the 2024Cars and Bikes at Otsiningo Park
There was a record-setting car show at Otsiningo Park earlier today. Over 300 vehicles were on display for Cars and Bikes at Otsiningo Park, a record in and of itself, but the most important record came from the amount of money raised. As the record high turnout generated over $5,000...
Jeffrey A. Nourse, 65
Jeffrey A. Nourse, 65, of New Woodstock passed away Thursday, July 11, 2024. He was born Jan. 30, 1959, in Hamilton to Irving and Deanne Nourse and was a graduate of Cazenovia High School in 1977. Jeff had been employed at Bristol Myers and for the last 30 years he was self-employed with Nourse Brothers Contracting.
Cortland mayor to appoint new DPW supervisor, finance director
CORTLAND, NY (CortacaToday) — Several appointments in Cortland are being made. Mayor Scott Steve will announce this evening the appointments of a new DPW leader and part-time city judge. A new finance director is also being named at tonight’s Common Council meeting, and the mayor will choose a replacement...
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