Cortland County farms have dropped in numbers to 397 in 2022 from 536 in 2017, reports new agricultural census data. However, the market value of products sold increased more than 55% in those five …
The Cortland County Recycling Center is considering adding a clothing drop-off shed; getting ahead of a new state requirement to recycle textiles. “Over the last six, eight months, …
Invasive species can travel from one water source to another by boat. Sometimes, they travel by shoe or wind. And sometimes, they’re as inconspicuous as a worm. However, more than $200,000 …
Maybe you need that perfect piece of bison meat – it makes a good chili. Or perhaps you’re looking for a casual dinner or night out. Maybe you just want a cone or …
The Tioughnioga River has crested its banks at Cortland, the National Weather Service reports, and the Cortland Police Department reports flooding at the city’s water works. The greater …
Cortland County produces nearly 67 megawatts of electricity from 298 solar projects, nearly 10 times its power-generating capacity of just five years ago. Neighboring Tompkins County generates …
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Cortland County is accepting registrations through March 12 for the 2024 4-H Tractor Safety Program, which runs 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday from March 14 to May 2. …
Paul Fouts climbs out of his combine and looks over the 8,000-gallon storage tank at his dairy farm on Route 222 in Groton. Big tank, enough to fill a truck with milk. But not necessarily big enough. …
ULYSSES – It’s very hard to find a home for a snapping turtle, the staff of Cayuga Nature Center has discovered. The Cayuga Nature Center in Ulysses has had trouble coping with …
As we delve into the New Year, many of us are revisiting personal goals and resolutions. While health, finance, and family often take the spotlight, there’s one overarching commitment we should …
Americans throw away enough food to feed themselves for a year. The federal government and Seven Valleys Health Coalition hope to do something about that. The U.S. Environmental Protection …
Cortland County welcomed its first baby of the year Monday as Ivy Chacon was born at Guthrie Cortland Medical Center. Ivy, the daughter of Nichole and Pablo Chacon of Wyalusing, Pa., was born …
As we progress further into the winter, you might notice varying temperatures and less snowfall. For the 2023-2024 winter season, New York is forecast to have a mild and rainy winter, but there is …
As we progress further into the winter, you might notice varying temperatures and less snowfall. For the 2023-2024 winter season, New York is forecast to have a mild and rainy winter, but there is …
Redevelopment of a former school in Virgil, expansion of a walking trail and local broadband service and events honoring community history were among the most significant 2023 stories in communities …
Cortland could see increased traffic. It could see an influx of workers, students and families. It might even see new industries — but first, it needs to plan. Between newcomers — …
Projects to create nearly 500 jobs, the hiring of a new economic development leader and the final wish list of projects for Homer’s $10 million downtown revitalization grant were among the more …
The week after Christmas is, by far, the busiest for the Cortland County Recycling Center — with recycling increasing nearly 15 tons, said Cortland County Recycling Coordinator Chris Spadolini. …
Staghorn sumac is a small tree native to New York and commonly found in small thickets along field edges or roads. It is a member of the Anarcardiaceae family – the sumac family — and is …
Dryden students grow vegetables for school lunches DRYDEN — Dryden High School students aren’t eating the same squares of pizza every day in the cafeteria. They’re …
Two years ago, Alison Sharpe introduced the agriculture program to Homer Junior High School. This month, the National Association of Agricultural Educators deemed her the best new agriculture teacher …
There’s no need to wonder where you can find local food – Seven Valleys Health Coalition is wrapping up its new and improved food map for Cortland County. The updated food map will …
The amount of trash contaminating the village of Homer’s recycling has increased in recent months and if it doesn’t get under control, officials said Tuesday, the state will start fining the Cortland County recycling center.
