Author: American Public News
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New York State Police say that the deaths of two men found on August 10 are the result of a homicide and suicide. According to authorities, Matthew J. Lott fatally shot Scott E. Cleary before taking his own life. Cleary’s body was discovered inside his residence at 257 Parsons Road, while Lott’s body was found…
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ITHACA, N.Y. —Service and maintenance workers at Cornell University began a strike Sunday night, just as thousands of students were preparing to return to campus for the fall semester. The United Auto Workers (UAW) Local 2300, which represents about 1,200 workers including cafeteria staff, custodians, and groundskeepers, initiated the strike after months of contract negotiations…
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Over 2,000 swimmers took advantage of free Learn-to-Swim lessons this summer at New York State Parks. The program, expanded under Governor Kathy Hochul’s NY SWIMS initiative, tripled the number of participating facilities to 22, up from previous years.
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On Thursday, Aug. 8, the Spencer-Van Etten board of education conducted their annual review and approval of the district’s code of conduct. Although there were no changes from last year’s code of conduct, some board members had concerns, specifically about the district’s discipline policies.
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ITHACA, NY — An administrative position in the Ithaca City School District may remain unfilled.
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Ithaca’s newest affordable housing complex, Asteri Ithaca, officially opened its doors following a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday.
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The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has approved New York’s initial proposals for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program, securing $664 million to enhance the state’s internet infrastructure.
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Tompkins County is receiving federal funding to combat food waste and improve waste management practices.
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The New York State Police are investigating the deaths of two men in Chenango Forks, which they have described as suspicious.
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LANSING, N.Y. – Cargill Deicing Technology is scaling back operations at its Cayuga Salt Mine due to reduced demand for road salt following several mild winters in the Northeast. The company will eliminate one of its three shifts, leading to the layoff of 25 employees, which will bring the workforce at the Lansing facility…
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SYRACUSE — Patrick Dai, a Cornell University student, is scheduled for sentencing Monday in Syracuse after pleading guilty to making antisemitic threats online last year. The case has highlighted concerns about Dai’s mental health, with both prosecutors and defense attorneys acknowledging his challenges, including a recent autism diagnosis. Dai, 21, admitted to posting the threats…
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The Ithaca Common Council voted unanimously Wednesday to establish a new Deputy City Manager position. The role is designed to oversee the city’s reimagined public safety initiatives, such as creating an unarmed response unit, and to assist in managing the city’s encampment response protocol.
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Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, spent Friday evening with a boisterous crowd in Arizona, a state President Joe Biden narrowly won in 2020, and one Harris may need to win in November to defeat the Republican nominee, former President Donald Trump.
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New York Attorney General Letitia James released a report Monday examining the benefits and risks of artificial intelligence as state lawmakers prepare to draft future legislation or regulations on the emerging technology. The Attorney General’s office spearheaded discussions on AI, including a symposium held Monday that featured input from lawmakers, academic experts, and other stakeholders.…
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Sally Rapoza begins her day at home but soon calls for a ride to the grocery store. As a participant in GoGoGrandparent, a ride-hailing service tailored for seniors, Rapoza values the convenience it offers. “I enjoy visiting family and having the freedom to get around,” Rapoza said. GoGoGrandparent operates in nearly every county in New…
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BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — A drag performer was attacked early Friday morning outside the Binghamton Police Station, according to reports. The incident occurred around 2 a.m. on August 2, following a drag show at Legacy Lounge on Hawley Street. The performer was allegedly assaulted by a group of at least 10 individuals while walking to their…
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MARGARETVILLE, N.Y. — A Delaware County man has been charged with a hate crime following an incident involving three Jewish men, authorities said. Joseph VanBlarcom, 20, was taken into custody on Tuesday. According to New York State Troopers and the Bureau of Criminal Investigation, VanBlarcom is accused of throwing objects and swerving his car recklessly…
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Dryden, NY – The Dryden Central School District has decided to cancel classes on Friday in response to threats made against the district. Superintendent Joshua Bacigalupi promptly notified students’ families and staff members via email about the situation. In order to ensure the safety and well-being of the school community, district officials contacted law enforcement…
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WASHINGTON — Vice President Kamala Harris is now the sole candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination, the Democratic National Committee (DNC) announced late Tuesday. Harris is the only contender to have met the requirement of securing 300 delegate petitions for the nomination, following President Joe Biden’s decision to withdraw from the race. She is set…
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ITHACA, N.Y. — Tompkins County officials continued to advance the expansive Center of Government project earlier this month, but state historic regulations and parking concerns are poised to slow further short-term progress. The project is meant to consolidate county services into one downtown facility. Despite support for the project, it faces significant hurdles before construction…