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News Brief: Tompkins Financial’s CFO/COO Fetsko to retire

News Brief: Ithaca Farmers Market extends summer hours, locations

Carshare, nonprofits face struggles due to insurance blocks

Barksville Inn site plan under community questions

Pastor Barbara Blom: From the slopes to the pulpit

Freeville seeking residents feedback on village street speed limits

County Democratic Committee calls for investigation into primary registration

Stone Bend Farm looks to bring community together with food

Upcoming City School District budget and Board of Education election

Residents voice concern over proposed zoning law

News Brief: Ithaca Area Economic Development names new director of business services

News Brief: United Way of Tompkins County announces president and CEO

Two books, one academic couple

School district’s $36.6 million budget on the ballot

Second Wind prepares for spring with Clean Up Day

Rotary’s 3rd annual rubber duck race returns

Sustainable Finger Lakes launches mobile home pilot project

School district’s proposed budget set for public vote

Lee Shurtleff: Village of Groton historian for most of his life

Eric Machan Howd: Welcoming High School Students to Experience College Life this July

Over 1,100 pounds of garbage collected during Green Up Day

New crosswalk on Game Farm Road connects the trails

Colonel Justin Williams: GHS new distinguished graduate

Dandy Mini Mart gets go-ahead

Takin’ Care of T’burg is ready with a new watering system

Community Quiltmaking Center Opening at ReUse

Code Red Robotics Returns From Tech Valley Regional Competition

Second Wind looks to the future

Fab 5 awards celebrate community leaders

Public hearing for proposed zoning update scheduled

Parks and Rec to bring the heat with Myers Park summer concert series

Kay Bishop: 100 years of a life well lived

Freeville resident co-authors book of recipes, rituals and crafts

Zoning Laws Take Major Step Forward

Teacher shares family’s Holocaust experience

Coffee shop in the village officially open for business

Agriculture continues to blossom and grow in High School

Green Up Day hopes to become statewide project

Philomathic Library spring book sale returns

Residents to vote on community library budget

Progress on Reimagining Public Safety Collaborative

Johanna Anderson Named President of Tompkins Community Bank’s CNY Market

New and revamped local businesses in Press Bay

Grant from Community Arts Partnership to help fund programs at library

Support center seeks to help with substance use disorder, recovery

2nd annual Earth Day expands in Trumansburg

The Benn Conger Inn garners hospitality awards

Town’s abandoned landfill could become site for renewable energy

Ithaca receives grant for traffic and transportation initiatives

Patricia Gillule at Lions Camp Badger: Offering Nearby Summer Camping for Differently Abled Adults

Freeville fire department seeks volunteers

Rosemarie Tucker: Groton town historian for over two decades

Library logo contest to focus on tolerance

Changing flood maps could impact residents

Celebrating 50 years of community co-ops

Author releases 18th novel, ‘The Communion of Shadows’

Tompkins Chamber announces 2023 award recipients

More than 1,228 sign petition hoping to stall Caroline zoning vote

Conservation Advisory Council’s Open Space Index

High school to launch career center for students

Lil’ Trojans basketball team wins big

Shur-Save to be under new ownership

Freeville to hold public hearing on tax exemption for volunteer firefighters, medics

The Breeze’ rental development continues

Peggy Haine and the Lowdown Alligator Jass Band return for benefit concert

Heat pump funding announced through NYSEG

High School students shine in Area All-State band

“Heading into Night” at The Cherry Arts

Village candidates provide insights

Community cornhole in support of youth football and cheer

NYSEG: Addressing shortfalls and customer complaints

Groton’s Bernhardt breaks multiple SUNY Cortland records

Economic Summit reveals strengths and challenges

Bicentennial celebration later this month

Ithaca Free Clinic enhancements

Village plans to reapply for NY Forward grant

Joseph and his brothers to grace the Groton stage

Youth Services seeks volunteers

Author Denise Gelberg to visit library during Women’s History Month

Rotary club grants January’s Service Above Self award

Joining the team: Mack Rovenolt

Dryden’s Engel inducted into Daemen Hall of Fame

Food Pantry’s ‘Share the Love’ campaign true to its name

Lansing High School continues spring tradition with ‘Roald Dahl’s Matilda: The Musical’

Author brings Revolutionary War story to Newfield Public Library

Rustic charm awaits at Cedarwood Event Venue

Town grants tax exemption for volunteer firefighters, medics

The Shops at Ithaca Mall: Update on Cayuga Health facilities

Museum of the Earth features live lungfish

Janie E. Bibbie named County Poet Laureate

Town pays tribute to former Police Chief Thomas L. Ferretti

Town puts ad out on Freese Road Bridge, hopes for offer

TCAT makes changes to attract, retain and support staff

The cure for ‘Cabin Fever’ and more

Town considers naming Route 34B bridge

Local farm project: Cooper’s Coop and Homestead launches

The Groton Columbian Club: A constant since 1892

Trumansburg retirees launch “dream hobby farm” with community exchange concept

Elementary schools hold ‘Dryden has Heart’ event

Lonnie knocks it out of the Park

Portion of Finger Lakes Trail looks different in Danby

Affordable Heat-Pump Project Launched

Former Star Trek actor to host Master Class in Lansing

Library movie nights to offer community connection

Doug’s Trash Removal to celebrate 40 years in business

Public forum looks to improve flow of information

Annual Teachers Celebration set to stimulate economy

Jazz Cabaret returns after long pause

Amy Dickinson looks to bring eatery to Freeville

Newfield school district says bus driver shortage may result in difficult options

Vinyasa yoga class comes to Newfield Public Library

County health officials and doctors respond to increase in COVID-19 cases

Groton Food Providers prepping for expansion 

New Dryden Town Board member brings public safety experience

Trumansburg Education Foundation releases 2022 annual report

County receives federal grant for electric vehicle charging stations

Lansing residents approve BOBCAT project by 1 vote

Sock collection project continues to grow and warm those in need 

Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau open new offices in West End

Get ready to rodeo in Groton this summer

After a century in Ithaca, Bishop’s Carpet One will close its doors

Tax season is here, Lansing residents are paying higher property tax than last year

Teacher named one of 2023’s global list of 30 Under 30 literacy leaders 

Skaley remembered as a Varna community advocate

Lifelong offers free tax preparation for seniors

Newfield Booster Club celebrates Coach Stewart as the first recipient of the Jean Stewart Award of Excellence

Potential changes coming to Route 13 corridor

Garrett’s Brewing Company debuts taqueria after listening to Tburg residents

Groton Recreation has a ‘changing of the guard’ 

Proposed Dandy Mini-Mart in Lansing moving along

Potholes continue to be a problem county-wide

Schumer visits Dryden: Tompkins County needs to ‘make their voices heard’ on broadband internet service

Trumansburg creators featured in documentary film project

Meet the heroes of the Town of Groton Highway Department 

TCAT aims to solve shortages and increase service

Blessing of Cayuga Lake rings in New Year for Lansing church

Brookton’s Market still the ‘heart’ of Brooktondale

Shawna Black reelected County Legislature chair

Two projects for Dryden Rail Trail receive completion timelines

Mother Hen Rescue helps local wildlife in need in Newfield

Looking back on 2022 in Tompkins County

Briefs: YMCA program director makes 30 under 30 list

Chelsey Mahany: Teaching and inspiring Groton’s agriculture students 

Newfield Girl Scout Troop 41350 spreads holiday cheer for families in need

Trumansburg releases second draft of zoning plan

Naming the Unnamable to shine light on mental health in local youth

Meet New York state senator Lea Webb

Multi-family housing complex in development in Dryden

It’s tax season in Lansing: Here’s what you need to know

Newfield Hamlet Revitalization Plan to take center stage in January

Showing Up for Racial Justice’s new campaign hits milestone

Trumansburg Rotary Club reminds students of Service Above Self Award

Dryden says goodbye to family man Edward Bell

Equipping the next generation for options in agriculture 

Lansing School District readies for second BOBCAT vote

Briefs: Ithaca ranked nationally as a art community

Tompkins County Legislature awards $6.5 Million in COVID-19 relief funds

Families struggle after loss of free meal waivers

Dryden Fiber project continues to roll on

Tompkins Weekly managing editor passes baton

Groton Senior Club celebrates in style

Briefs: Healthy Food for All, Rotary fundraiser, more

Lansing gym sends two athletes to Spartan DEKA

Deb Mohlenhoff named Ithaca’s next chief of staff

Valhalla Cafe opens to Newfield locals’ delight

Coaches unite, Groton Project is ‘off and running’

Lansing Cub Scouts help warm community with blankets

Briefs: Chowder Cook-Off, 15 Steps featured artist, more

Ithaca High’s Code Red prepares for next build season

T-burg artist awarded ‘Best of Show’ at Rochester Exhibit

Zoning debate continues to divide Caroline

Baptist Church to host fundraiser for Newfield family

Christian-based school to open in Freeville next fall

Hochul signs Kelles-led crypto-mining moratorium bill

Newfield Lions Club looks ahead to 2023 events

Briefs: Cass Park, 40 Under 40, more

After 11 years, Lansing Market to close doors

Maria Montreuil: wife, mother, illustrator

Coffee shop, event space coming soon to Dryden

Families call for return of Expanded Child Tax Credit

State issues first round of retail cannabis licenses; locals react

Freeville author writes her first-ever memoir

Trumansburg ready to delight with WinterFest 2022

White Dog Apiary sees seasonal uptick in sales

Briefs: Beautification Program winners, Narcan boost, more

Annual LTAPA fundraising concert returns

Village Stitch about to become a legacy

Holiday Window Display Competition opens voting

Council members, city staff respond to labor controversy

Salvation Army officer helps with disaster relief

Tenant-led petition moves to state appellate division

Henry Granison leaves legacy of compassion, dedication

GrassRoots faces fines from Environmental Division

Scottland Lights show to benefit Fire Dept.

Kitchen Cupboard thankful for community support

Briefs: REAL ID, CARS anniversary, awards, more

Residents give input on Lansing’s open space plan

Briefs: Toys for Tots, T-burg Rotary awards

Proud T-burg resident publishes new thriller

Local dancers to perform in Thanksgiving Day Parade

Groton students ahead of the college game

Newfield school district secures $200K in funding for public safety

Friends of Lansing library concludes third annual Online Auction

Leaders respond after city staff speak out against labor practices

Freeville’s Station Park receives beautification award

Enfield B&B renovates caboose as guest house

Briefs: Tompkins Bank CEO retires, event to address hunger, more

City, county work to address opioid addiction in communities

ReUse celebrates 15 years of building community

Newfield Historical Society supports new podcast

Local karate competitors take in training, teaching

Sons of the American Legion: Another way to serve

Lansing residents say yes to Prop. 1, no to Prop. 2

Drought affecting local orchards, products

State Senate candidates talk policies, plans for office

Groton American Legion kitchen has new look

Congressional candidates talk upbringing, priorities

Harmony Falls looks to upcoming competition

The Barksville Inn to move to Lansing

Three vie for Ithaca mayoral seat to finish Svante Myrick’s term

Ribbon cut on new Etna Lane bridge

Historical Society uses technology to tell Newfield’s story

Adult Moderna Booster Clinic Wednesday November 2

The Tompkins County Health Department is alerting the community of a COVID-19 vaccination clinic for the updated bivalent Moderna booster

Lansing superintendent breaks down projects ahead of Nov. 1 vote

Family Reading Partnership moves, opens new family space

Briefs: Cupcake contest, poet laureate, more

Locals look forward to Halloween fun

T-burg considers selling extra water

Newfield library holds pumpkin decorating contest

Second Wind begins construction on Dryden House

Groton Girl Scouts earn Bronze Awards

Non-retail business practices see lasting impact from pandemic

Physical work on Green Facilities kicks off today

Historical Association’s annual meeting features Lucy Dates

Lansing Center Trail builds community

County, city make strides in Reimagining Public Safety efforts

Jenny Creek Flowers: From classroom to flower farm

County native to speak to Newfield library-goers

Shaolin Kung Fu school looks to expand

Tompkins County COVID-19 Community Level Moves to Medium

The Tompkins County Health Department is alerting the community to the recent uptick in COVID-19 cases in our community,

Brooktondale holds Apple Festival this weekend

Downtown Ithaca Alliance celebrates 25 years

This year, the Downtown Ithaca Alliance (DIA) is celebrating its 25th year serving the community, a milestone it will celebrate with a party at a date yet to be announced.

Supply chain issues affecting T-burg businesses

Former Second Wind director joins NAMI

Rob Licht: Custom saunas known the world over

Brief: Benevolent Association, IPD support breast cancer fight

Artcraft to move to ‘long yellow building’ in Groton

Game Farm Road crosswalk could be installed by end of year

Local leaders consider TIDES proposal as homelessness worsens

Rotary’s highway cleaning ‘picks up’ this weekend

Newfield finishes proposed 2023 budget

First annual Family Recreation Day set for this weekend

‘Recovering economy’ driving force behind proposed 2023 budget

Etna Lane bridge construction nears completion

New physical therapy clinic opens in Lansing

Briefs: Dems hold rally, Kids Discover the Trail!, more

Newly renovated Ross Field open for use

CARS to receive $350K to support mobile medication unit

Lansing Highway Department hosts open house

T-burg considers zoning changes to address housing

The small but mighty Boy Scout Troop #77

Make your home cozy before snow flies

Freese Road Bridge will be ‘a one-lane bridge’

Briefs: Apple Fest, Fiber Fest, promotions, more

Newfield celebrates opening of long-awaited rec park

Broadband access sees progress, more projects in the works

Cavanaugh dubbed DCSD’s Employee of the Year

History Center’s Traverse Tompkins expands in third year

Jon Dates recounts family’s car dealership

Letter: Resident runs to support Josh Riley

‘Encore Shorts’ brings one-acts to new stage

Lansing Carnival returns this weekend

Newfield schools receive technology donation

Frequent power outages impacting residents more since pandemic hit

Letter: Responding to Dr. Fauci Republican View

Library to offer free computer training

Stone Bend hosts food sovereignty fundraiser

Enfield Harvest Festival returns this month

Moore Family Farm building new fall tradition

Real estate seller’s market lessens but lingers; trend uncertain

Two county startups become finalists in Grow-NY 2022

Silver Queen Farm: A passion project decades in the making

Meet Nick Dyson, GCS’ new business administrator

Demand response promotes less energy use

T-burg EMS staff struggle to meet demand

Briefs: Gayogóho:no, Black Diamond Trail, more

Local Out of Darkness Walk hits 10th year

County works to bolster resources after 988 launch

Neville, school staff enhance food service expertise

K-12 schools welcome return to normalcy as classes begin

Progress being made on Dryden Village Hall

Lighthouse 5K brings community together again

Dryden village to apply for NY Forward grant

Local FFA displays growth at Groton Olde Home Days

Briefs: Downtown Revitalization Initiative, hygiene kits, more

Transportation sector makes positive strides, challenges remain

Newfield library holds Chop Chef Challenge

T-burg Liquor kicks off second year under new owner

Green Facilities Project’s phase one sees large price hike

Habitat building first Danby house

James Brown, longtime United Way CEO, retires

Briefs: Lights for Tburg conservatory, Hupstate Circus Festival

Students write stories based on Izzy books

PowerHouse educates Newfield residents on sustainability

Ulysses Philomathic Library offerings back in full swing

C&D Assembly celebrates 30 years

Colleges express optimism for fall as students return

Traditions & Beyond Quilt Show returns this October

State Senate primary candidates address potential voters

Congressional primary candidates speak to policies, plans

Summer Internship Program students celebrate success

Village native works to bring skate park to T-burg

Congressional Special Election candidates talk plans for office

Newfield Old Home Days brings fun to local families

Briefs: Women Swimmin’, Cornell Cinema lineup, more

Scoops of Lansing owner: five seasons of ice cream

County works to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

Freeville’s Station Park highlights village history

It’s time for Groton Olde Home Days!

IPD officer makes Newfield his home

Community Recovery Fund set to open for applications this fall

Mama Said Hand Pies to open café in T-burg

Briefs: Job fair, Clint Halftown, Hero of the Month

Rising costs prompt large increase in living wage estimates

Lansing alum shares journey from debate team to law school

Music groups, events move forward after pandemic setbacks

New generation hopes to continue dairy farm’s success

Banner year for Vietnam Veterans Ride of Valor

T-burg mayor reflects on village’s 150th year

Ithaca, county work to protect abortion rights after Roe overturn

Habitat holds ribbon-cutting ceremony for home in Dryden

Newfield BOE personnel reorganized at recent meeting

Students experience Rotary youth leadership conference

INHS to build two homes in Freeville next spring

Route 34B bridge reopens after two years

Cornell Prison Education Program celebrates grads

The Spotted Sandpiper keeps local focus

Hotter weather, staffing issues complicate water recreation

Newfield Fire Company celebrates 105 years of service

Kiely’s Cooking celebrates successful launch

County Rotaries share challenges, progress since 2020

Former Dryden tenants petitioners in lawsuit

Supply challenges affect county’s favorite places for sweet treats

Angelhearts Diner serves vegan-friendly comfort food

Benn Conger Inn renovated, reopened

After more than a decade, Lansing Pizzeria continues to serve

State grant brings back Newfield summer school

Briefs: Camp Comstock, TCAT reducing service, more

Land Trust receives Enfield land gift

Emergency Response works to promote use of SIREN

Community works to support Emery Butterfly Garden

Jack Nelson continues family legacy in T-burg police

Continuing the legacy of community support and service that his family is known for, Officer Jack “JB” Nelson has become one of the newest members of the Trumansburg Police Department. 

Dryden receives $3 million for Varna sewer project

Briefs: Rotary scholarship, new orchestra director, more

Lansing Events Committee welcomes return of pre-COVID events

Doane steps up as associate principal

Lansing residents sound off on proposed Dandy

American Airlines to leave Ithaca airport; locals push back

Newfield library launches new summer programming

New ‘Funky Fungi’ book features local growers

Plans for Freese Road Bridge still in the works

The Plantsmen Nursery celebrates sweet 16

Briefs: Cornell drills for heat, Hangar launches FutureNow, more

Local development projects face rising costs, supply shortages

Groton High School’s Class of 2022 is ‘on track’ for the future

Fireworks displays this weekend in Groton, Tburg

Locals start conversation about algal blooms in Lansing

Game Farm Road crossing plan moves along

Reimagining Public Safety sees progress despite setbacks

Newfield school district to pull funding for elementary school clubs

Briefs: IC inclusivity, Roe overturn, more

Fleece & Thank Ewe owners looking to expand

New director at Racker excited to lead

How natural burials help families, environment

History of baseball in Freeville on display at Southworth

Lansing Rod and Gun Club: Over 65 years of community building

Groton High School celebrates early college graduates

Redbyrd Orchard promotes self-sustainability

Briefs: Bill Nye, Sciencenter, voter guide, more

Broadband project could increase virtual meetings in Newfield

Locals, visitors see benefits as tourism bounces back

Ithaca readies for first-ever PRIDE Week

Dryden’s new comprehensive plan close to becoming official

Music Series at Mill Park returns for summer

Lansing residents left unsure about potential Dandy

Chamber awards celebrate leaders going above and beyond

Trumansburg high school hosts Equality Fun Run

Briefs: IC’s new dean, LocalFiber event, Pride Month

Via’s Cookies Café opening on Ithaca Commons

Bob Warner grateful for military service

Shooting threats at Lansing High School lead to student arrests

Free Wi-Fi comes to Ithaca Commons

Reed Photography: Dedication to family

Groton alum Charlie Case living his football dream

Dennis’ Ice Cream celebrates a decade of sweetness

Danby government establishes newsletter

Briefs: Dan Brown retires, trail kiosk opens, more

Dryden town clerk appointed president of state town clerks group

City, county plan celebrations for Juneteenth, Black business owners