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TC3 graduates 461 students at spring ceremony
Tompkins Cortland Community College celebrated the Class of 2025 with its 56th commencement ceremony on May 21, according to Tompkins Weekly. The college honored 461 graduates on its Dryden campus, marking a milestone for students ... more
TC3 offers free degrees in high-demand careers
Tompkins Cortland Community College is now offering free associate degrees in key career fields through New York’s SUNY Reconnect program, according to the college. The initiative targets adults ages 25 to 55 and removes financial ... more
Dryden moves forward with bridge for rail trail
Dryden officials received state approval to seek bids for a $3.5 million bridge connecting two sides of the Dryden Rail Trail, according to The Tompkins Weekly. The bridge over Route 13 will link key trail ... more
Dryden cleared to seek bids for $3.5M trail bridge
Dryden officials have received state approval to seek bids for a long-awaited bridge that will connect both sides of the Dryden Rail Trail across Route 13, according to town officials. The $3.5 million project, expected ... more
Dryden Plans Sidewalk Expansion Ahead of Major Housing Project
Dryden is gearing up for a major sidewalk expansion in 2026, thanks to a $5.12 million federal grant, according to the Tompkins Weekly. The 1.71-mile project will add over 9,000 feet of new sidewalks across ... more
Missing Dryden teen found safe, say authorities
A 16-year-old boy reported missing Saturday from the Town of Dryden has been found, according to the Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office. The teen was last seen near Johnson Road before a public alert was issued ... more
TC3 seeks community input on new strategic plan
Tompkins Cortland Community College is gathering public feedback for its 2025-28 strategic plan through an online survey available until early April. The plan will focus on accountability, innovation, career development, and inclusivity. Michelle Nightingale, TC3’s ... more
Dryden secures $4.5M grant for downtown revitalization
After two unsuccessful attempts, the Village of Dryden has been awarded a $4.5 million NY Forward grant to enhance its downtown area. Village officials credited the win to a collaborative effort among village officials, the ... more
Former NYSDOT site in Dryden sold for redevelopment
A long-unused 10.8-acre site in Dryden, originally purchased by the NYSDOT for a maintenance facility, has been sold for $163,000 to Park Grove Realty. The land, assessed at $275,000, was deemed surplus after DOT moved ... more
Dryden school debuts upgraded kitchen and cafeteria
Dryden Elementary School overcame challenges during renovations to its kitchen and cafeteria, with meals temporarily prepared at the middle/high school and delivered to classrooms. Despite delays, the new facility, featuring top-tier equipment, opened successfully. The ... more
Dryden denies Etna Fire Dept. contract amid debate
The Dryden Town Board renewed fire contracts for Dryden, Varna, and Freeville fire departments but denied Etna’s $248,000 proposal for 2025. A clerical error allowed for a second public hearing, where Etna supporters voiced concerns ... more
Dryden to hold second hearing tonight on Etna Fire Department contract
The Dryden Town Board will hold a second public hearing tonight regarding its decision not to renew the fire service contract with the Etna Fire Department. Officials cited concerns over inconsistent response rates and financial ... more
Dryden mayoral candidate prioritizes housing advocacy
Trevor Cross, a Cornell postdoctoral associate and housing advocate, is running for mayor of Dryden, driven by his passion for affordable housing and community engagement. Cross, who recently spoke with The Tompkins Weekly, has been ... more
Dryden adopts 2025 budget; 4% increase in tax levy
The Dryden Town Board approved its $13.58 million budget for 2025, featuring a 4% tax levy increase totaling $394,219. This marks a decrease from the 9.5% rise seen in the 2024 budget. Finance Director Amanda ... more
Dryden adopts 2025 budget with 4% tax levy increase
The Dryden Town Board approved its 2025 budget totaling $13.58 million in spending. The budget includes a 4% tax levy increase, amounting to $394,219, a drop from the 9.5% hike seen in 2024. Despite rising ... more
Dryden Road sidewalk closure prompts traffic detours
A section of Dryden Road in Ithaca's Collegetown will see pedestrian and traffic disruptions on December 10 and 11, according to city officials. The north sidewalk will be closed mid-block, while the south sidewalk remains ... more
Pickup truck crashes into Dryden home, no injuries reported
Early Saturday morning, a pickup truck crashed into a house in Dryden, causing significant damage but leaving everyone unharmed. Dryden Fire-Rescue and Dryden Ambulance responded to the scene around 4:30 a.m. after alarms were triggered ... more
Dryden man dies following fiery two-vehicle crash
A 63-year-old Dryden man has died from injuries sustained in a fiery two-vehicle accident near the intersection of West Dryden Road and Sheldon Road on Wednesday evening. The accident occurred around 6 p.m., prompting response ... more
Cortland man dies following bus crash in Dryden
A Cortland man has died after a bus crash in the Town of Dryden on Wednesday, according to the Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office. Kevin Welch, 63, was pronounced dead at Guthrie Cortland Hospital following the ... more
