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Former deputy convicted of perjury in Tompkins County
Zachary D. Starner, a 36-year-old Lansing resident and former Tompkins County Sheriff’s Deputy, has been convicted of perjury in the third degree by a jury in Ithaca City Court. The announcement was made by Tompkins ... more
DEC investigating possible bird flu outbreak at Reynolds Game Farm in Ithaca
The DEC is investigating a possible outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) virus, commonly known as Bird Flu, at Reynolds Game Farm in Ithaca. The outbreak is said to be affecting the pheasant population ... more
One held without bail on felony charges after string of burglaries in Ithaca
One person is in custody without bail after several burglary investigations in the city. On March 16th around 12:05 p.m. IPD was investigating a burglary alarm in the 500 block of West Seneca Street. Officers ... more
Cornell student headed to Hollywood after getting golden ticket on 21st season of American Idol
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Cornell University student Amara Valerio is embarking on an exciting journey, having secured a golden ticket to Hollywood for the 21st season of American Idol. Originally from Yonkers, the 21-year-old American Studies major has been ... more
Adult-use cannabis dispensary will open in Ithaca
The Southern Tier is set to welcome another adult-use cannabis dispensary as William Jane opens its doors in Ithaca on Thursday. The dispensary is named after its owner, William Durham, who spent most of his ... more
Bicyclist suffers traumatic head injury in Ithaca crash
On Wednesday at approximately 1:28 PM, Ithaca Police Officers responded to a report of a bicyclist that had crashed and was unconscious in the 500 block of E Buffalo St. According to police reports, a ... more
ITHACA PUBLIC HEARING: Reimagining Public Safety Special Committee Draft Report 3/8/23 (video)
The City of Ithaca hosting a virtual hearing to share the Reimagining Public Safety Special Committee's draft report with the public. The meeting is a combination of in person citizens interacting with remote members of ... more
Dead & Co. coming to Ithaca on final tour
Dead & Company will embark on their farewell tour this year, marking an end to their touring career. However, if you want to catch them one last time, you're in luck. Dead & Company will ... more
Ithaca mayor cancels IPD chief exam that was slated for March 23rd
Ithaca Mayor Laura Lewis has canceled the open competitive Ithaca police chief exam that was scheduled for March 23rd, 2023. This move comes after at least five experienced law enforcement professionals from the Ithaca community ... more
Ithaca woman faces felony drug charges in Schuyler County
Deputies arrested an Ithaca woman following an incident in February. Christina E. Oxley, a 45-year-old resident of Ithaca, was arrested on February 14th, and charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance in the fourth ... more
Puppy found abandoned in Ithaca dumpster: Authorities search for answers
A puppy was found abandoned in a commercial dumpster in Ithaca, according to Tompkins County Animal Control. The puppy, discovered in the 300 block of Lake Street in the Fall Creek area, showed signs of ... more
Cornell University’s online ticket sales system for events suffers breach
Cornell University has suspended online ticket sales for athletics, theatre, and special events following a breach last month at AudienceView, the online ticket sales vendor used by the university. Details about the number of ticket ... more
Rob Covert selected to serve as permanent chief of Ithaca Fire Department
The City of Ithaca and the Ithaca Fire Department have announced the promotion of Acting Chief Rob Covert to Fire Chief. This news comes as a result of Ithaca Mayor Laura Lewis's recommendation of Chief ... more
Cornell scientist running for Ithaca Common Council
Cornell University scientist Dr. Nathan Sitaraman has announced his bid for a seat in the Common Council representing Ithaca's new Third Ward. Sitaraman, who is running for the ward's four-year seat, is the first candidate ... more
Ithaca Tompkins International Airport will host town hall on March 1st
The Ithaca Tompkins International Airport is welcoming the public to attend a Town Hall on Wednesday, March 1st at 5:00 p.m. in the Airport Terminal. The event, which is free and open to all, will ... more
Police investigate accident involving car and bicyclist in Ithaca
State Route 366 was closed to westbound traffic for approximately four hours on Thursday following a collision involving a car and a bicycle, according to authorities. A Cornell University spokesperson told 14850 that the Cornell ... more
Ithaca man pleads guilty to manslaughter in shooting case
A 41-year-old man from Ithaca pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the first degree on Thursday afternoon in connection with the death of Alan Godfrey in July 2021. William L. Marshall appeared in court after being ... more
McGonigal will not seek re-election to Ithaca Common Council
George McGonigal, an Alderperson of the 1st Ward, has confirmed he will not be running for re-election, concluding a 10-year tenure on Ithaca’s Common Council at the end of 2023. The entrance into political life ... more
Ithaca woman arrested after prison contraband investigation
A woman has been arrested and charged with promoting prison contraband after attempting to bring restricted items into the Tompkins County jail during a visitation with an inmate, according to the Tompkins County Sheriff's Office ... more
