Ithaca Journal

The Ithaca Journal is a daily broadsheet newspaper that comes out every morning in Ithaca, New York. It is edited locally and printed in Johnson City, New York, with publications available from Monday to Saturday. Gannett has owned the newspaper since 1912.

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Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce to honor exceptional organizations, entrepreneurs

1 week ago | ithacajournal.com | Jacob Mack

The Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce will honor organizations and leaders in the Finger Lakes on June 18. The evening will feature a cocktail reception, seated appetizers and dinner, music by SingTrece, and remarks from Chamber President and CEO Peggy Coleman. Early bird tickets are available until May 31Award winners include not-for-profit of the year, Love Living at Home, Entrepreneur of the Year, Trade Design Build and Distinguished Business of the Year, Warren Real Estate.
Tompkins County Memorial Day event guide: What to do this holiday weekend

2 weeks ago | ithacajournal.com | Jacob Mack

Historic Ithaca is hosting its yearly Memorial Day cleanup at the Ithaca City Cemetery May 26. The non-profit and additional volunteers will clear branches, trim trees and clean selected grave stones. The Groton American Legion post 800 will host Memorial Day services at 12 cemeteries surrounding the village starting at 9 a.m. on May 26 at Graves Memorial Cemetery. The Newfield Historical Society is hosting a Memorial Day Service at Woodlawn Cemetery at 10 a.m. on May 26.
Avangrid announced a $41M project to rebuild aging electrical infrastructure in Ithaca

2 weeks ago | ithacajournal.com | Jacob Mack

The initiative is part of a broader $20 billion effort launched by the company in March to modernize New York's energy systems. It will fund five key projects, including the construction of three new substations and the addition of 22 miles of transmission lines. The upgrades are expected to benefit more than 42,000 residents.
Tompkins County officials warn of laced cannabis, underage consumption. What to know

2 weeks ago | ithacajournal.com | Jacob Mack

A statement from the Dryden Central School District alleges that a student collapsed on May 13 after taking a single inhale from what they believe to be a cannabis vape. In an interview with 14850.com, Dryden superintendent Joshua Bacigalupi asked for help from parents in educating their children about the dangers of unlicensed cannabis products.
Special Olympics Summer Games return to Ithaca College in June for fourth straight year

2 weeks ago | ithacajournal.com | Jacob Mack

On June 19, athletes and coaches will travel to Ithaca from throughout the state, coming together for an opening ceremony at Ithaca College, beginning at 7 p.m.On May 14 at Ithaca College, Special Olympics New York volunteers announced its Summer Games and recruited volunteers for the event. Special Olympics needs hundreds of volunteers to take photos, keep score, assist with parking and otherwise set up the event. Learn about volunteering with Special Olympics and sign up on its webpage.
Stay on time this season with a breakdown of TCAT's 2025 summer schedule

3 weeks ago | ithacajournal.com | Jacob Mack

Tompkins County Consolidated Area Transit will introduce its summer schedule, prompting changes to its bus routes and pickup times from May 25 through August 16. Printed schedules are available upon request by calling TCAT at (607) 277-7433, emailing staff at [email protected], or mailing a request to TCAT, 737 Willow Ave., Ithaca, NY, 14850. Starting Monday, June 30, and running through Friday, August 15, TCAT's summer-only route 22 service will be in effect.
When are Cornell University, Ithaca College, Tompkins Cortland Community College graduations?

3 weeks ago | ithacajournal.com | Jacob Mack

Ithaca College is gearing up for its 2025 Commencement at 10:00 a.m. Sunday, May 18, in the Glazer Arena at the Athletics and Events Center. The TC3 gymnasium will fill with degree-seeking students for thier commencement at 6 p.m. May 21. Graduates can bring no more than 5 guests to the ceremony, which will be livestreamed. Cornell University's 2025 Commencement will be held over the weekend of May 23-25, 2025. The main ceremonies will take place on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Schoellkopf Field.
Tompkins County poised to spend more on energy, roadwork in 2025

3 weeks ago | ithacajournal.com | Jacob Mack

Tompkins County Chief Sustainability Officer Terry Carroll presented statistics regarding the County’s energy use and expenses at the legislature's May 6 meeting. Although the county's electricity usage has decreased by nearly 2% since 2023 and its natural gas usage has decreased over 31%, that reduction is not reflected in the County’s energy costs. Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Chair Lee Shurtleff said on May 6 that roadwork is expected to increase in cost this year in Tompkins County.
NY Catholic officials react to Pope Leo XIV's election. What they said about first US pope

4 weeks ago | ithacajournal.com | Jacob Mack

Robert Francis Prevost was born in Chicago, Illinois, has dual citizenship in the U.S. and Peru and has served extensively outside the U.S. as a missionary and bishop. Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester, Reverend Salvatore R. Matano pledged his congregation's support and fidelity to the newly elected pontiff in a May 8 statement.
Ithaca-born X Ambassadors to return to the city, beginning 10-year anniversary tour

1 month ago | ithacajournal.com | Jacob Mack

Alt-rock group X Ambassadors released its debut album VHS in 2015, but the band announced yesterday the release of a reimagined version of the album, reworking some of its hit songs. X Ambassadors returned home last year with their newest album Townie in tow. It marked a new chapter for the band in its return to its upstate New York roots. In 2009, the band officially formed under the name Ambassadors. They played local gigs, honing their craft and building a loyal following.