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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...
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.
Ithaca Common Council considering bird bill
ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) — Ithaca city officials plan to discuss a proposed bird bill. The ordinance would require all new construction projects in the city to meet bird-friendly standards. Since 1970, bird populations in the U-S and Canada have dropped by 30 percent. Experts cite collisions with glass surfaces as the top killer of migratory birds. Similar legislation is being discussed in Albany.
Baldwinsville Police looking for pair who vandalized high school
BALDWINSVILLE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Baldwinsville police are asking for the public’s help in identifying two males who broke into and vandalized Baker High School. Police say the two broke in around 11:45 p.m. on June 28, where they vandalized school property and stole items. Anyone with information on...
Syracuse woman was just visiting a friend when she died in arson fire: ‘My baby is gone’
Syracuse, N.Y. – It was 12:52 a.m. when the phone rang. Shirlisa Baker Speights wasn’t sure at first who was calling, but quickly learned it was a police officer who needed her to come to a hospital. They said her daughter had died and she needed to identify her.
Get Ready For DINO-mite Adventure At New York State Fair
Go back in time, all the way back to when dinosaurs roamed the earth for one DINO-mite time at the New York State Fair. DINOSAUR EXPEDITION, an interactive, educational experience is coming back to the New York State Fair this summer for all 13 days. And it's all free with your admission ticket.
NY weather: Weather alert for strong thunderstorms in Orange County Monday night
The National Weather Service issued a report at 9:25 p.m. on Monday for strong thunderstorms until 10:15 p.m. for Orange County. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 9:25 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a cluster of strong thunderstorms over Walden, moving northeast at 35 mph," states...
We Agree! Study Calls New York the ‘Best State in America’ for Sports Lovers
We've always believed that New York has the best sports teams, and the best sports fans, in the country. Now, we've found data that backs this claim up. A study was recently done by the experts at SmileHub Ratings that determined the best states in America for sports lovers. The...
Meteorology professor discusses tornadoes in Western New York
Four tornadoes — two in Erie County, one in Chautauqua County and one in Genesee County — touched down in Western New York, according to the National Weather Service in Buffalo. The strongest of those, an EF-2 that touched down in the Town of Eden, reached wind speeds of up to 115 mph and caused the “total destruction” of “multiple” buildings. A state of emergency was declared in Eden, and the town is still recovering.
First American Equipment Finance Recognized on Selling Power’s “60 Best Companies to Sell For in 2024” List
First American Equipment Finance was recognized on the Selling Power 60 Best Companies to Sell For in 2024 list, featuring companies leading the charge in perseverance and determination despite facing inflationary headwinds within a period of transformational technological change. This is First American’s eighth consecutive year on the list. The list includes companies of various sizes ranging from medium to enterprise.
Experts Want New Yorkers to Turn off Air Conditioners at Night
Some experts are in hot water for telling people to shut the AC off at night because it's bad for their health and wallets. Talk about an odd time to make this information public.... The National Weather Service is warning Central New York of extreme heat this week and is...
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....
Ithaca woman injured in Brooktondale scooter accident
BROOKTONDALE, NY (CortacaToday) — State Police are investigating a serious crash involving a scooter. Troopers say Marissa McKown was riding a scooter Sunday evening on North Lounsberry Road in Brooktondale when, for reasons unknown, she went off the road and struck a ditch. The 44-year-old Ithaca woman is reportedly...
New Findings on SUNY Price Hikes, Graduation Rates In The Last 10 Years
The surging cost of attending college in the United States is something on many young people's minds. Many in New York opt for SUNY institutions to cut costs while still getting their degrees. While SUNY tuition often provides less of a financial burden, the cost of attending has only increased...
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