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Tompkins County real estate: 10 most expensive homes sold, May 11-24
A house in Ithaca that sold for $601,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Tompkins County between May 11 and May 24. In total, 15 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past two weeks, with an average price of $395,101. The average price per square foot was $222.
Street closures for Corning’s GlassFest 2024
CORNING, N.Y. (WETM) – Corning’s Gaffer District has announced which streets will be closed for this year’s GlassFest on Market Street. For the annual celebration that includes live glass blowing, music performances, outdoor dining and on-street vending, the following streets will be closed to vehicle traffic for the duration of the event: The streets will […]
These Corning streets will be closed for GlassFest this weekend in the Gaffer District
Corning's Gaffer District has announced street closures for GlassFest 2024 from 1 p.m. Friday until 8 p.m. on Sunday. GlassFest, the Gaffer District's annual celebration of the rich history and expression of art in Corning, will close the five blocks of historic Market Street to vehicle traffic for live glass blowing, music performances, outdoor dining, and on-street vending from small businesses and other organizations.
NYSEG system upgrades aim to reduce power outages for Chemung County residents
Rural areas can sometimes be prone to electric outages, but New York State & Electric and Gas is taking steps to reduce the frequency in parts of Chemung County. NYSEG is launching a multi-pronged project designed to make delivery of electricity more reliable for customers in the towns of Erin and Van Etten.
Chemung County to see sewage rate increases
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – Some Chemung County residents are set to see rate increases for a sewer project that’s said to be the biggest in the county’s history. “We don’t want anybody to be blindsided. Over the last two years, we’ve been pretty open that it’s going to be an expensive project,” said Chemung County […]
County eyeing tweaks to assessment process as taxes draw continued ire
ITHACA, N.Y. — With dismay about local property taxes seemingly at a fever pitch this year, Tompkins County officials are mulling minor changes to the process that may help property owners be more informed about the tax bills they face during a given year. Those changes could include reducing...
Tompkins County Legislature Updates Grant Policy, Emphasizes Equity and Diversity
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Eldridge Park opening celebrates 100 years of amusement
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – Elmira’s Eldridge Park is celebrating the opening of its 100th season on Friday. An honor ride will be held at 4:45 p.m. A “100th Anniversary Gala Event” will be held in the Dance Hall from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Chemung County Historical Society in Elmira is also marking the […]
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