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Update: New York under a flood watch Friday and Saturday
The National Weather Service issued an updated flood watch at 2:45 p.m. on Thursday valid from Friday 8 a.m. until Saturday 2 a.m. for Oneida, Seneca, Cayuga, Onondaga, Tompkins, Madison and Cortland counties. The weather service describes, "Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible." "Excessive runoff may result...
Flash flood emergency for Steuben, flash flood warning for Tompkins
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood emergency alert for Steuben County, including Corning, Hornell, and Bath. “This is a life-threatening situation. Seek higher ground now if you are in Steuben County!” A flash flood warning is in effect for Tompkins County until 6:30pm. “Numerous homes,...
Community, electeds react to rash of recent racist incidents locally
ITHACA, N.Y. — A slew of recent racist incidents have prompted a response from dozens of local politicians and the formation of a community group dedicated to intervening in future situations. The incidents include racist remarks made toward Black children at Stewart Park twice in July, as well as...
Minimum wage debate lands in Tompkins County legislature. Here's the latest
The Tompkins County legislature voted 11-3 Tuesday in favor of a resolution to explore an increase to the minimum wage, and to include the county legislators and Human Rights Committee in community research regarding a wage increase at the municipal level. New York’s minimum wage increased on Jan. 1 to $16 per hour in New York City, Westchester, and Long Island, and to $15 for the rest of the state. The increase was part of a seven-year...
Seeing Ithaca: August gallery, artist showcase returns for second year
ITHACA, N.Y. — Seeing Ithaca is back for its second year with a wider focus on galleries, local artists and businesses with dedicated art spaces. Galleries and businesses were open Aug. 2 for Gallery Night and will continue to feature art for Seeing Ithaca for the remainder of August. Artists listed on the Seeing Ithaca website have an open-studio day from 12–5 p.m. on Aug. 10 when the public can visit their workspaces around Tompkins County, see their creative process and learn more about their diverse range of mediums.
Check sump pumps, footer drains, storm drains, gutters as heavy rains approach
Tompkins County and City of Ithaca officials urge area residents to check that basement sump pumps are functioning properly, and that outdoor drains and gutters are clear, ahead of Friday’s anticipated heavy rains. The National Weather Service has warned of a risk of flash flooding throughout Central New York as the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby approach.
Legislators commission study on Tompkins County minimum wage
ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) — Tompkins County legislators are moving ahead on a minimum wage. Communications Director Dominick Recckio shared details Wednesday on Ithaca’s Morning News. If green lit by legislators, Tompkins would be the first New York county to establish a separate minimum wage. Recckio says the study...
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