(607NewsNow) — Here’s a look back at the top stories on 607NewsNow from this week:
Firefighters tackle second fire in 8 days at Owego Upstate Shredding: No injuries after a fire in Owego. On November 7, firefighters responded to Upstate Shredding around 8:19 p.m. for the second time in eight days. Get the full story HERE.
Tioga County to vote on releasing contingent funds to ease SNAP reduction impacts: While residents in Tioga County are feeling the effects of SNAP benefit cutbacks, lawmakers are stepping up. The Legislature is planning to provide $100,000 from the county’s contingent fund to the Food Bank of the Southern Tier, pending final approval of a resolution and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Get the full story HERE.
Shutdown causing cancelled flights at Ithaca airport, officials say: Across the country, airports are experiencing delayed or cancelled flights. The Ithaca Tompkins International Airport is not immune from the problem, which officials noted on Facebook comes as the result of FAA staffing shortages caused by the ongoing government shutdown. Get the full story HERE.
In 9-1 vote, Common Council approves Ithaca budget: The 2026 budget in Ithaca is now official. Some Common Council members expressed reservations before a vote Wednesday on adopting the spending plan. Alderperson Pierre Saint Perez was skeptical. Get the full story HERE.
Free Saturday parking in downtown Ithaca to end in January: Starting in January, free parking in downtown Ithaca will end. Mayor Robert Cantelmo tells 607 News Now it’ll help keep the city competitive. Get the full story HERE.
