Ag/Environmen

Where'd the crows go?

If you walked the streets of downtown Cortland between 2005 to 2009, you may have noticed a crunch under your shoes. Perk up your ears, and you would likely hear a “caw.” Look up at …

Cornell, CCE respond to increased mental health issues among farmers

Nicole Tommell knows well the financial challenges today’s farmers face. But over the past few years, Tommell – an agricultural business management specialist for Cornell Cooperative …

Cortlandville mine owner suit dismissed

A state judge has ruled in Cortlandville’s favor in a lawsuit filed by a sand and gravel company last year after its plan for a mine expansion was rejected. State Supreme Court Justice …

Agriculture, Economic Development and Planning was well received. So was Agriculture, Planning and Economic Development. What’s in a name? In this case, “Economic Development”; …

Plant during winter, too; it’s often easier and healthier

Even when the weather can’t make up its mind and it seems like it’s either too warm or too frigid, you can still work in your backyard, flower beds and gardens. Many trees, shrubs and …

Developer sheds light on urban solar projects

With statewide green energy initiatives in the works, and state goals to expand solar energy on the horizon, Tory Hanna is optimistic about the future of solar. “It's looking good, the …

Wastewater windfall?

A Cortland wastewater treatment pilot project reduced the city's nitrogen discharge seven-fold in December compared to levels from the same month in 2021, bringing it in line with federal …

Is that black-capped chickadee actually what you see?

Poecile atricapillus is one of Central New York’s many adorable bird species. Commonly known as the black-capped chickadee, they are beloved for their small size, lively behavior and cheerful …

County raises pay for planning job

With only two applicants for a planning director opening, a Cortland County Legislature committee voted unanimously Thursday to support increasing the salary for the post. Raising the pay grade …

City Environmental Advisory Committee aids council priorities

Even as it discussed ways to open the Cortland Waterworks to the public, the city’s Environmental Advisory Committee ramped up work this week on other issues, including vermicomposting, a plan …

Solar project needs tax payment deal

With Monday's state approval of a 90-megawatt solar power farm in Cortlandville, Homer and Solon, the developer must now negotiate its local property tax payments, which it said it would negotiate …

Bright times or dark day

John Soshinsky of Solon sees the state’s approval Monday of a 90-megawatt solar power farm power, partly on his land, as a means to secure his family’s future. Neighbor Stephen Furlin …

Riparian forest buffers offer many benefits

The possibility of opening the city Waterworks property to public access is being discussed by the city’s Environmental Advisory Committee after Mayor Scott Steve suggested the idea when he …

State OKs 90-megawatt solar facility

The state has approved a permit for a 90-megawatt solar power farm that will span land in Cortlandville, Homer and Solon, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Monday. EDF Renewables Development LLC's …

What about the Christmas Tree? 

The holidays are filled with family, friends and a whole lot of jolly cheer. All of this surrounds the centerpiece of the Christmas holiday, the Christmas tree.There are many different types of …

Cortland to down dying ash trees

Cortland has identified and plans to remove nearly 100 ash trees that have been compromised by the emerald ash borer, whose larvae feed underneath the bark of ash trees. Cortland’s Common …

Hard times for softwood

When December comes, holiday celebrations follow, which for many means buying a Christmas tree. Lime Hollow Nature Center started its tree sales Monday, with more trees inbound to be prepared for …

Sow-ler power

Bright ideas can start from something small, and for 14-year-old Faith Baker of Cincannatus, that start came from wanting some animals of her own.Soon after she saved up enough money and bought some …

Sunday is National Craft Jerky Day 2022

As hunting season continues, more and more people are getting ready to fill the air and their bellies with family recipes and homemade meals.Sunday is National Craft Jerky Day. It’s a day to …

Cortland County delays solar tax break authority change

A plan to shift responsibility for approving property tax breaks for solar projects from the Cortland County Legislature to the Cortland County Industrial Development Agency will undergo further …

Groton approves solar project moratorium

GROTON — The Groton Town Board approved a six-month moratorium Tuesday on commercial solar power projects to give it time to update a 2018 town law, the town clerk said Wednesday.Robin Cargian …

6 additional months to survey potential solar site

The city Common Council approved a lease extension Tuesday for a company proposing a solar power farm off South Pendleton Street. Nashville, Tennessee-based Davis Hill Development, LLC wants to …

It's the time of year for a timely debate

It’s that time of year again; Daylight Saving has ended and we all struggle with the effects of the time change. A controversial topic for many, Daylight Saving Time has been under scrutiny for …

If you teach a person to plant

To learn moreWHAT: Welcome to the spaceWHEN: 10 a.m. to noon Dec. 3WHERE: 3 South Ave., CortlandFEATURED: Cooking demonstrations, give-aways of gardening supplies and equipment.WHY: “The idea …

Cortland County and state Department of Environmental Conservation will collect household hazardous wastes Saturday at the Cortland County Recycling Center, 137 S. Pendleton St., Cortland.Between 8 …

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