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It’s time to close Seneca Meadows
In late September, world leaders, corporate executives, and climate activists gathered in New York City for Climate Week. They discussed bold strategies to combat climate change. These conversations are vital—climate change is the most pressing threat to humankind. But for those of us living upstate, the impacts of climate...
Seneca Meadows is helping New York reach its environmental goals
Climate Week 2024 is the perfect time to discuss Seneca Meadows and the more than four decades in which we’ve helped build the foundation of the Finger Lakes economy, and the positive role we’ve played in helping New York State reach its ambitious climate goals. Until there is zero waste produced by New Yorkers, the essential work of hauling and responsibly managing those materials is critical for every community across the state.
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Ithaca schools dismissing early Monday for scheduled emergency drill
"Today is a scheduled early emergency dismissal drill for all schools in the district," the Ithaca City School District announced via social media on Monday morning. "In accordance with NYSED guidelines, the drill will occur 15 minutes prior to normal dismissal times. All schools will implement standard dismissal procedures, just 15 minutes earlier."
Developers delay 400-unit West Hill project after neighbors’ criticism
ITHACA, N.Y. — The developers of a 400-unit mixed-use development planned for West Hill will delay plans for a few months after community members turned out in large numbers to express concern about the project. Many fear the project will significantly decrease the neighborhood’s existing green space, cause more...
East end of Cradit Farm Drive closed on Monday, Cornell says
Cornell University says the east end of Cradit Farm Drive, from the Appel lot entrance to Pleasant Grove Road, will be closed to through traffic for pavement maintenance work on Monday, but should reopen about 1pm.
Montour Falls gets $50,000 grant to support small businesses
MONTOUR FALLS, N.Y. (WETM) — Montour Falls is getting a government grant to help its small businesses. According to Congressman Nick Langworthy, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded the Village of Montour Falls a $50,000 grant. The village will use these taxpayer funds to implement its Strategic Climate Smart Communities (CSC) Business Mini-Grant Program. The […]
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