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Choosing an Outlook theme is a challenge, and an opportunity

  One of the most difficult parts of producing the Cortland Standard’s Outlook section each year is keeping everyone on track. That’s not just the deadlines and the …

DOT meeting Wednesday outlines Lapeer bridge project

The state will have a public meeting Wednesday to discuss a $3.2 million project to replace the 99-year-old bridge carrying Route 221 over Jennings Creek in Lapeer. The project is scheduled to …

Schools required to keep classrooms under 88 degrees

It’s a little chilly now, which gives Cortland County schools a little time to figure out how to comply with a new state law that requires them to keep classrooms and support service spaces …

Tompkins team to help first responders cope with trauma

The Tompkins County Critical Incident Stress Management Team is now available to help provide to first responders what is sometimes called “psychological first aid.” The team of …
Today in features
Gals can create a mosaic for Galentine's Day, along with a variety of other activities to celebrate female friends the day before Valentine's Day.
Spend Galentine’s Day making memories with your girls
Feb. 14 is for your significant other, but Feb. 13 is Galentine’s Day – a day to spend with the special ladies in your life. The holiday was created on the NBC show “Parks and …
What do you do when you get a bag of spinach when you wanted a bag of lettuce? Casserole.
The best mistake you can eat
It started with a mistake. I had visited one of my favorite farmers and grabbed what I thought was a bag of salad greens. It turns out it was spinach — tasty and fresh and all that, but …
Investiture Dabbler, color pencil and ink on paper, created in 2024.
Dowd reveals two exhibitions in February
The Dowd Gallery of Fine Arts a SUNY Cortland will have a pair of exhibitions in February of art, including work from an Ithaca artist who focuses on the dream of utopia. “Parts and …
The Hale telescope, with a mirror 200 inches across, has been capturing galaxies for 75 years.
Hale Telescope sees its first light and continues for 75 years
On Jan. 26, 1949, the monumental Hale Telescope saw its first light. With a staggering 200-inch diameter mirror, Hale became the largest telescope in the world for a 30-year run. Work on Hale …
John Wayne and Kim Darby star in "True Grit," which will be screened for free Feb. 13 at the Center for the Arts of Homer as part of its "Westerns With the Chief" series.
Coffee with a cop – with cowboys
While it may be nice sipping coffee with a cop, watching his favorite childhood movie with him may form a deeper connection. The Center for the Arts of Homer is hosting “Westerns with the …
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Physical therapy and exercise can prevent and treat osteoporosis

Cayuga Health provides patients with several effective therapies for treating and preventing osteoporosis including medications, vitamin and mineral supplements, and bone building exercises.
Osteoporosis occurs when your bones progressively break down and become weaker. The disease is often described as silent because you may not notice outward symptoms until a fracture occurs. …
Death notices
Fralick — Donna L. Pendergast Fralick, born Sept. 1, 1950, died Feb. 2, 2025. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, from noon to 3 p.m. at Hi - Lanes Bowling Center, 8 …
MILLER — Warren E. “Bub” Miller, 88, of Lansing, died Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at Perkins Funeral Home, 55 W. Main St., …
MARKS — Danny Lee Marks Sr., born Aug. 27, 1958, died Jan. 25, 2025. Please join his family and friends at a celebration of life Feb. 9, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Beaudry community …
HENRY — Judy A. Henry, 75, of Cincinnatus, died Jan. 26, 2025. There will be no immediate services. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to the K.L. …
Sports

Xander the Entertainer

Dryden's Xander Scott watches the ball after a free throw attempt Monday night at Dryden High School. Scott went for 19 points in the Lions' 68-59 win.
DRYDEN –– Xander Scott knows how to get a crowd going. The star senior had a slow first half Monday night, but he went for eight third-quarter points to help the Dryden boys …

Homer has banner day at Class B championships

Homer won the Section III Class B boys wrestling title for the first time in school history Saturday, with 10 total place finishers, seven finalists and four champions. Seniors Hunter Lines (138 …

Homer boys basketball earns huge comeback victory

The halftime mood Saturday at Homer High School was grim. The Homer boys basketball team trailed Central Square 33-14 and seemed headed for its fourth straight loss. Instead, Homer dominated the …
Tully's Maddy Lund prepares to return a serve Friday night at Tully High School.

Tully girls volleyball moves to Class C semis

TULLY –– The No. 4 Tully girls volleyball team had its run of consecutive sets won snapped at 32 Friday night, but the Black Knights got the last laugh with a 25-11, 25-16, 26-25, 25-10 …
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When it comes to chili, don't confuse "spicy" with "hot." The dish should be spicy, with cumin, coriander and lots of flavor. But you don't need to use much, if any, hot pepper.
When it comes to chili, don't confuse "spicy" with "hot." The dish should be spicy, with cumin, coriander and lots of flavor. But you don't need to use much, if any, hot pepper.
When it comes to chili, don't confuse "spicy" with "hot." The dish should be spicy, with cumin, coriander and lots of flavor. But you don't need to use much, if any, hot pepper.
When it comes to chili, don't confuse "spicy" with "hot." The dish should be spicy, with cumin, coriander and lots of flavor. But you don't need to use much, if any, hot pepper.
When it comes to chili, don't confuse "spicy" with "hot." The dish should be spicy, with cumin, coriander and lots of flavor. But you don't need to use much, if any, hot pepper.