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1 week ago in Community, Education, Government, Local
ICSD announces plans for NY-required cell phone ban in classrooms
ICSD Superintendent Dr. Luvelle Brown explains there is a tiered approach to the state-mandated ban on smart devices in classrooms.
1 week ago in Community, Health, Lifestyle, Local
Unintentional overdose deaths decline sharply in Tompkins County
The Tompkins County Whole Health Department has reported a 77% decrease in overdose deaths compared to this time last year.
1 week ago in Community, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local
State Theatre of Ithaca receives grant for building conditions study
On August 28th, officials announced that the State Theatre has won a $20,000 grant from The Preservation League of New York.
1 week ago in Community, Local, Local Sports, Regional
Broad Street to close Saturday in Waverly for gameday parade, VFW bike night
Broad Street is closing between Clark Street and Pennsylvania Avenue beginning at 9 a.m. for Waverly's Game Day parade and festivities.
1 week ago in Music Scene
On this day in rock history: August 28th
(607NewsNow) — On this day in rock history, hear from Kat Walters of I-100 Iconic Rock about The Doors, Deep…
1 week ago in Community, Health, Lifestyle, Local
Coyote bite reported at Cornell
On August 25, the Cornell Police Department says someone was bitten by a coyote around 6:45 p.m. near the Trolley Foot Bridge.
1 week ago in Music Scene
Kat’s Hidden Camera: Stevie Ray Vaughan’s “Voodoo Chile (Slight Return)” live in 1985
(607NewsNow) — This week on Kat’s Hidden Camera, watch Stevie Ray Vaughan perform a cover of Jimi Hendrix’s “Voodoo Chile…
1 week ago in Lifestyle
Nonalcoholic beer and mocktails can help people stay sober or drink less, but are not for everyone
Several years into her sobriety, Logan Denzer decided to try nonalcoholic beer and mocktails while others around her drank real booze. "A lot of people feel out of place" when everyone else is imbibing, said the 27-year-old from Los Angeles, who considers these beverages "an excellent solution."
1 week ago in National
Closure of Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ immigration detention center can proceed, judge says
A federal judge in Miami has refused to pause her order requiring the winding down of the immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz" while the federal government appeals her ruling.
1 week ago in Entertainment
For Yorgos Lanthimos, new Emma Stone film ‘Bugonia’ isn’t a dystopia. It’s real
"Bugonia" is having its world premiere Thursday evening at the prestigious Venice Film Festival, where it's in competition for the top prize, the Golden Lion. Focus Features is releasing the film in North American theaters on Oct. 24.
1 week ago in Community, Health, Health & Wellness, Local
Stallone to depart Centralus Health as CEO; Lawlis taking over in November
Dr. Martin Stallone plans to step down this fall as CEO, a position he's held since 2018, with Robert Lawlis taking his place.
2 weeks ago in Community, Crime, Government, Local
Homer mayor praises part-time police
Homer Mayor Pat Clune says part-time police officers are saving the village money.
Chemung County Sheriff’s Office: Scammer posing as sergeant
The Chemung County Sheriff's Office says someone posing as "Sgt. Jim Ritter" has been calling people claiming there’s a warrant out for their arrest and asking for money.
2 weeks ago in Community, Education, Local
Cornell to update student code of conduct
A revision committee will consider changes to Cornell's student code of conduct this school year.
Yankees, Mets extend win streaks
Find local and national sports updates here with the WHCU Sports Report.
2 weeks ago in Community, Crime, Local, Regional
Traffic stop leads to arrest of Newark Valley man
55-year-old Bobby Gayle Jr. of Newark Valley is facing multiple charges after a traffic stop last week.
2 weeks ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local
Road work in Ithaca could cause delays near Collegetown
Dryden Road is closed in the 100 block and the 300 to 500 blocks for a milling and paving project.
2 weeks ago in Community, Health, Lifestyle, Local
Bat found at Buttermilk Falls State Park tests positive for rabies
On August 22, the bat was found approximately 50 meters away from the swimming area at Buttermilk Falls State Park.
2 weeks ago in Music Scene
On this day in rock history: August 27th
(607NewsNow) — On this day in rock history, hear from Kat Walters of I-100 Iconic Rock about The Beatles and…
2 weeks ago in Community, Crime, Government, Lifestyle, Local, Politics, Regional
Tompkins Chamber cancels forum with elected officials for safety concerns
The Chamber is calling off the Policy Breakfast scheduled for August 28 at Ithaca College after concerning social media posts.
