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August 4th, 2022 Headlines
August 04, 2022 10:00On Monday, it was announced that the Ithaca Housing Authority would be awarded $58 million from the state to develop affordable housing in the city. According to Finger Lakes Daily News, the money will go towards the development of 118 affordable and modern housing units. Overlook Terrace on Hector St. and Southview Gardens on S… The post August 4th, 2022 Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
August 3, 2022 Daily Headlines
August 03, 2022 10:00Former Northeast Elementary principal Liddy Coyle has secured a new position as Principal on Special Assignment for the Ithaca City School District. According to WHCU, Coyle’s new position will involve researching and securing grants for the district. Coyle’s departure from the Principal position several months ago was met with anger and confusion from parents, students,… The post August 3, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
August 2, 2022 Daily Headlines
August 02, 2022 10:00On Wednesday August 10th, the Tompkins County Health Department will be hosting a free Moderna booster clinic. Those 18 and older seeking their first booster dose are eligible to attend this clinic. For those seeking a second dose, the requirements are a little bit tighter: those 50 and older who received their first dose at… The post August 2, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 29, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 29, 2022 10:00On Wednesday, The Tompkins County Workers' Center and the Alternatives Federal Credit Union announced a new living wage for Tompkins County. The Workers’ Center Coordinator Pete Meyers said they’re feeling quite excited because “the living wage gets updated every two years. This is the first time ever since 2006 that we decided to do it… The post July 29, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 28, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 28, 2022 10:00Independent candidate for Ithaca mayor Katie Sims has received the endorsement of the Working Families Party. Sims, who is running to the left of both incumbent Laura Lewis and Republican candidate Zachary Winn, is focusing her platform on housing justice and combating climate change. According to the Ithaca Voice, the Working Families Party has endorsed… The post July 28, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 27, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 27, 2022 10:00On Monday, Governor Hochul announced that $70 million in funding was awarded to child care programs in areas without enough child care capacity, known as child care deserts. The funds are part of the $100 million Child Care Desert Initiative, which will help child care providers that are newly licensed, registered, or permitted. The funds… The post July 27, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 26, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 26, 2022 10:00Early Saturday the Ithaca Fire Department responded to a fire in Cornell’s Vet Research Tower and successfully suppressed the fire. According to the Ithaca Voice, the fire may have compromised hazardous materials and the crew was decontaminated. There were no injuries. The NYS office of fire prevention and the IFD are currently investigating possible causes… The post July 26, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 25, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 25, 2022 10:00On Sunday, the World Health Organization declared monkeypox a global health emergency. The classification is the highest alert the WHO can declare. According to the BBC, the WHO declared an emergency due to the outbreak and rapid spreading worldwide. As of Saturday, 16,000 positive cases and 5 deaths have been reported from 75 countries. Symptoms… The post July 25, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 22, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 22, 2022 10:00Construction is complete on the replacement of the Route 34B bridge in Lansing. According to the Governor’s website, the new bridge replaces the old structure which was built in 1930. The $18.4 million project includes a new steel frame and expanded eight-foot shoulders to better accommodate stopped vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists. State Route 34B follows… The post July 22, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 21, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 21, 2022 10:00The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for Tompkins County yesterday morning. The advisory was in effect on Wednesday from 11 am to 8 pm. With the anticipated temperature increase throughout the state, the Department of Health has provided a list of free cooling centers, including multiple areas in Ithaca. The Appel Commons Community… The post July 21, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 20, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 20, 2022 10:00On Monday, the Town of Ithaca launched its new OpenGov portal. According to the Ithaca Voice, the portal allows for residents to initiate and track different types of requests to various departments, like zoning and public works. The website also lets applicants interact with these departments outside of normal business hours. ——- The Tompkins County… The post July 20, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 19, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 19, 2022 10:00TCAT is reducing its bus services due to labor and equipment shortages. The company is proposing reducing services by 20% from August 21st through January 21st. Routes proposed to be reduced include routes 11, 13, 20, 82, 90, and 92. On Monday, August 15th, a virtual public hearing will be held for public input from… The post July 19, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 18, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 18, 2022 10:00Katie Sims is now the third candidate running in the Ithaca mayoral election. Sims, who is running to the left of incumbent Laura Lewis and Republican Zachary Winn, will be on the ballot as an independent aligned with Ithaca’s Solidarity Slate. According to the Ithaca Voice, Sims was considered for appointment to the 4th Ward… The post July 18, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 15, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 15, 2022 10:00On Wednesday, Governor Hochul announced that $10 million was awarded in the first round of the Abortion Provider Support Fund. The money goes towards 13 programs covering 63 sites, including Planned Parenthood of Greater New York, which covers Ithaca. Applications for the second round of funds open next week. In the second round, $15 million… The post July 15, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 14, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 14, 2022 10:00Ithaca police arrested Michael J. Thomas early Tuesday morning in connection with multiple robberies over the past month. According to the Ithaca Voice, Thomas had been arrested last Thursday in connection with break-ins that occurred from June 20th-29th, and was subsequently released of his own recognizance. However, after a string of further burglaries this weekend,… The post July 14, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 13, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 13, 2022 10:00On Monday, New York State announced a new 24-hour COVID-19 hotline. According to Spectrum News, the hotline provides telemedicine services to state residents who do not have access to a health care provider and need COVID-related treatments. Governor Hochul’s office announced that the hotline was created due to a recent increase of Covid cases, specifically… The post July 13, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 12, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 12, 2022 10:00Ithaca police are investigating a string of burglaries that occurred on Saturday. There were break-ins at Safelite Auto Glass, the Fraternal Order of Eagles, On the Street Pitas, ABC Oriental Rugs, and Warehouse Carpet Outlet. The police are requesting that anyone with information contact the department as soon as possible at (607)330-0000 or www.cityofithaca.org/ipdtips. According… The post July 12, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 11th, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 11, 2022 10:00The Tompkins County Health Department (TCHD) is asking community members to fill out a health survey available for all residents over the age of 18. TCHD, Cayuga Health System, and other local partners produced the survey which includes questions about, access to care, food security, physical and mental health, chronic conditions, COVID-19, and what makes… The post July 11th, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 8, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 08, 2022 10:00The June 28th gubernatorial primary saw a steep decline in voter turnout numbers for Tompkins County. According to the Ithaca Voice, only around 5,700 people voted in the 2022 primary compared to 2018 when nearly 11,300 voted, a dropoff of almost 50%. In Ithaca’s Fourth Ward which encompasses Collegetown and parts of East Hill, only… The post July 8, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 7, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 07, 2022 10:00The Tompkins County Health Department is warning the community about monkeypox. Monkeypox spreads through skin-to-skin contact or prolonged close contact with an infected person. Though there are no cases in the county, 86 cases have occurred across the state. In a press release, county Public Health Director, Frank Kruppa said the agency is working “to… The post July 7, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 6, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 06, 2022 10:00Eight Artists in conjunction with the Community Unity Music Education Project have received a major grant from Creatives Rebuild New York’s Artist Employment Program. The artists are, Fe Nunn, Resana Malone, Harry Smith, Cyepress Rite, Nicole Bethany Onwuka, Annemarie Zwack, Maryam Adib, and Daraisi Marte. The grant totals more than 1 million dollars over two… The post July 6, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 4, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 04, 2022 10:00On Friday, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation refused to renew the air permits of Greenidge Generation, a power plant and major crypto mining facility. According to the Ithaca Voice, the DEC found that the Seneca Lake plant was directing most of its resources to cryptomining that utilizes proof-of-work authentication, which is highly… The post July 4, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
July 1, 2022 Daily Headlines
July 01, 2022 10:00Ithaca Police are looking for information about a robbery that took place at the K&H Redemption Center on Tuesday. According to the Ithaca Voice, someone saw a man wearing a mask fleeing the scene after the break-in. If anyone witnessed anything or has any information, they are encouraged to contact the IPD by calling (607)… The post July 1, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 30, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 30, 2022 10:00Schuyler County has received over $22,000 from the Federal Government’s ‘Payments in Lieu of Taxes’ program (PILT) to spend on vital county services. According to Schuyler County Attorney Steven Getman in a press release, “PILT seeks to compensate local governments for the inability to collect property taxes on federally owned land.” This was the highest… The post June 30, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 29, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 29, 2022 10:00The Community Health Services Immunizations Clinic returns to Ithaca on July 8th. The program provides all immunizations recommended by the CDC for uninsured and underinsured adults and children. The clinic will be open on Fridays, and an appointment is required. To schedule an appointment, call 607-274-6604. To determine whether you or your child qualify for… The post June 29, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 28, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 28, 2022 10:00Wegmans announced Monday that it would be recalling Vidalia onions sold at certain locations due to potential listeria. The Ithaca Wegmans is one of three locations in New York affected by the recall. According to My Twin Tiers, the potentially impacted products were sold between June 23rd and June 24th with the 4-digit PLU codes… The post June 28, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 27, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 27, 2022 10:00The New York State Police department is warning the public not to share personal information with callers claiming to be state troopers. According to police, the scammers are telling New Yorkers that there is a legal case against them, and asking for personal information. The phone number used for the calls appears as a New… The post June 27, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 24, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 24, 2022 10:00The Supreme Court overturned New York’s concealed carry law in a six to three vote yesterday morning. ABC 7 said the justices ruled that requiring people to demonstrate a need to carry a gun in public violated the Second Amendment. The ruling will have implications for gun restrictions across the country. Here in New York,… The post June 24, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 23, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 22, 2022 22:53The Tompkins County Health Department says local pediatricians are preparing to administer COVID vaccines to children at least six months old, now that they have been approved by the FDA The Pfizer vaccine is available for children ages six months to four years old, and the Moderna vaccine is available for children ages six months… The post June 23, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 22, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 22, 2022 10:00Construction finished yesterday on a new affordable and supportive housing building in Ithaca. According to the Governor’s website, the building — West End Heights — is part of her plan to "make housing more affordable, equitable, and stable.” The project includes 60 new units, 38 of which are reserved for those who need supportive care.… The post June 22, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 20, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 20, 2022 10:00Progressive activist and New York Lt. Governor candidate Ana Maria Archila made a stop in Ithaca on Friday to drum up support for her campaign. According to the Ithaca Voice, Archila had success in picking up endorsements from Ithaca’s Solidarity Slate, a key grouping of progressive Common Council members. The New York Lt. Governor is… The post June 20, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 17, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 17, 2022 10:00In observance of Juneteenth, the TCAT will run on a reduced service on Monday, June 20th. Though Juneteenth is on the 19th, most employers also observe the holiday on the 20th. Instead of operating on a typical weekday schedule on Monday, TCAT will operate on Sunday’s schedule, which ends earlier in the day and has… The post June 17, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 16, 2022 Headlines
June 16, 2022 22:00From June 26th to July 3rd, Ithaca is hosting its first ever PRIDE Week. According to Tompkins Weekly, community members and visitors are welcome to join the festivities, which will include LQBTQIA+ performances, vendors, drag shows, HIV testing, a walking tour, and more. The Downtown Ithaca Alliance is organizing the event, and it’s the city’s… The post June 16, 2022 Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 15, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 15, 2022 10:00Last Saturday, activists formed a picket line at the Starbucks located off of the Commons to draw attention to their frustration with the company and its decision to close the College Avenue location. According to The Ithaca Voice, supporters marched in front of the cafe for several hours in response to Starbucks management not guaranteeing… The post June 15, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 14, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 14, 2022 10:00The Tompkins County Health Department will be hosting a COVID-19 Moderna booster clinic in collaboration with Southside Community Center’s Juneteenth Celebration. The clinic will be held this Sunday, June 19th at the Bernie Milton Pavilion on the Commons from 2-4pm. . The booster is available to those who have not been boosted yet and those… The post June 14, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 13, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 13, 2022 10:00Last Thursday, parents, students, and staff at Ithaca High School were alerted by Principle Jason Trumble that the school was safe after a student made a threat during second period. According to 14850.com, Trumble told the community that the situation was handled immediately, and the school informed authorities. The incident took place just a week… The post June 13, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 10, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 10, 2022 10:00On Tuesday, two students were arrested at Lansing High School after allegedly creating a “kill list.” According to the Ithaca Voice, multiple students heard and saw the two students discussing and creating the “kill list.” Police were alerted by students and staff about the incident and detained the students charging them with making a terroristic… The post June 10, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 9, 2022 Headlines
June 09, 2022 10:00Last Friday, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at The Black Diamond Trail to celebrate the arrival of a new kiosk. Cayuga Ski and Cyclery donated a new bike repair station at the trailhead, and Friends of Stewart Park donated bike racks, signs, and benches. The kiosk was created to mark the trailhead at the Ithaca… The post June 9, 2022 Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 9, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 09, 2022 10:00Last Friday, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at The Black Diamond Trail to celebrate the arrival of a new kiosk. Cayuga Ski and Cyclery donated a new bike repair station at the trailhead, and Friends of Stewart Park donated bike racks, signs, and benches. The kiosk was created to mark the trailhead at the Ithaca… The post June 9, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 8, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 08, 2022 22:00Last Friday, GO Ithaca, a transportation benefit program, started its GO Ithaca Summer Tours. The benefit program provides a range of environmentally- friendly transportation options for Ithacans. The new program provides car-free tours of outdoor destinations around Tompkins County and was made possible with an $8,000 Tompkins County Outdoor Recreation Grant. GO Ithaca was created… The post June 8, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 8, 2022 WRFI Newscast
June 08, 2022 22:00Last Friday, GO Ithaca, a transportation benefit program, started its GO Ithaca Summer Tours. The benefit program provides a range of environmentally- friendly transportation options for Ithacans. The new program provides car-free tours of outdoor destinations around Tompkins County and was made possible with an $8,000 Tompkins County Outdoor Recreation Grant. GO Ithaca was created… The post June 8, 2022 WRFI Newscast appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 7, 2022 Daily Newscast
June 07, 2022 10:00On Monday, Congressional candidate Josh Riley received endorsements from Tompkins County Democratic mainstays Martha Robertson and Irene Stein. Robertson was a Democratic nominee in the former 23rd, and Stein has chaired both the Democratic Rural Conference and the Tompkins County Democratic Committee. According to the Ithaca Voice, both are confident that Riley will work to… The post June 7, 2022 Daily Newscast appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 7, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 07, 2022 10:00On Monday, Congressional candidate Josh Riley received endorsements from Tompkins County Democratic mainstays Martha Robertson and Irene Stein. Robertson was a Democratic nominee in the former 23rd, and Stein has chaired both the Democratic Rural Conference and the Tompkins County Democratic Committee. According to the Ithaca Voice, both are confident that Riley will work to… The post June 7, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 6, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 06, 2022 10:00Starbucks is closing its College Ave location in a move that Starbucks union organizers are calling a “union bust”. According to NPR, the store was given one week's notice of the shut down.The store will close June 10th. The Collegetown store was one of three Starbucks locations in Ithaca to vote to unionize this spring.… The post June 6, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 3, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 03, 2022 10:00The ballot for Ithaca's special mayoral election this November has been finalized. There are three candidates in the running: Democrat incumbent Laura Lewis, Republican Zachary Winn, and independent Katie Sims. According to the Ithaca Voice, the winner will serve the remainder of former Mayor Svante Myrick’s term, due to his early resignation in January. There… The post June 3, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 2, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 02, 2022 10:00The Tompkins County Health Department is asking for help to find a dog that bit a person last Saturday. The dog was described as a large, brown, short-haired dog with a short nose, possibly boxer or boxer mix. The woman seen walking the dog is described as wearing a pink dress with medium brown hair… The post June 2, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
June 1st, 2022 Daily Headlines
June 01, 2022 10:00Last week, Tompkins County legislator Mike Sigler ended his campaign for Congress. According to Syracuse.com, Sigler dropped out after the approval of the State’s new Congressional maps. Sigler, a Republican, launched his campaign in the proposed 22nd congressional district. However, the new maps will place Tompkins into the 19th congressional district. Sigler has chosen not… The post June 1st, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
May 31, 2022 Daily Headlines
May 31, 2022 10:00State Assemblymember Anna Kelles has endorsed Josh Riley in New York’s 19th congressional district. According to the Ithaca Voice, Kelles, who represents Tompkins and Cortland counties in the State Assembly, called Riley a “champion for working families.” Riley, an Ithaca resident, initially mounted his campaign in New York’s 22nd congressional district, but switched to the… The post May 31, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
May 27th, 2022 Daily Headlines
May 27, 2022 10:00On Tuesday, questions were raised by students, parents, and staff about the absence of Northeast Elementary School principal Liddy Coyle at the Ithaca City School Board meeting. According to the Ithaca Voice, on Monday ICSD announced a new administrator in place of Coyle. Coyle’s employment status remains unclear, however she is still listed on the… The post May 27th, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.
May 26th, 2022 Daily Headlines
May 26, 2022 10:00Yesterday, Ithaca’s Acting Police Chief John Joly announced that the IPD would take a “proactive approach” to increase its presence at Ithaca schools in response to the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Joly cited anxiety among parents and students as the reason for the increased presence but said the department was not aware of any… The post May 26th, 2022 Daily Headlines appeared first on WRFI Community Radio.