Ithaca Times

The Ithaca Times is the main publication for the Finger Lakes Community Newspapers (FLCN) and is connected to nine other community papers: Random Harvest, Newfield News, Candor Chronicle, Lansing Ledger, Groton Independent, Dryden Courier, Ovid Gazette, Trumansburg Free Press, and the Interlaken Review. The FLCN offices are situated within the Ithaca Times headquarters at 109 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca. For inquiries, you can reach us at 607-277-7000 or send a fax to 607-277-1012.

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Downtown Comes Alive as Ithaca Festival Takes the Stage

1 week ago | ithaca.com | Matt Dougherty

As summer approaches at what seems like the speed of light, the City of Ithaca is gearing up for one of its most cherished traditions, the 2025 Ithaca Festival. This annual event, set to take place from May 29 to June 2, promises to be a vibrant celebration of art, music, comedy, and community spirit. With the theme “Enchanted Ithaca!” and artwork by the talented Bethany Parisi, the festival invites everyone to come together and bask in the joy of creativity and togetherness.
Federal Medicaid Cuts To Throw 30,000 Off Health Insurance In NY-19, Cost State Billions

1 week ago | ithaca.com | Matt Dougherty

ITHACA, N.Y. — Tompkins County and New York State officials are warning about unprecedented federal budget cuts that would gut Medicaid and threaten healthcare access for thousands of local residents. The proposed House Budget Reconciliation bill, dubbed the “Big Beautiful Bill” and supported entirely by Congressional Republicans, includes $698 billion in nationwide Medicaid cuts over the next ten years, according to the Congressional Budget Office (CBO).
Cayuga Park Waterfront Development Approaches Finish Line

1 week ago | ithaca.com | Matt Dougherty

The Cayuga Park development, formerly known as the Carpenter Business Park, is nearing completion, soon ending one of the largest waterfront development projects in the city’s history. Situated on Route 13 stretching from the Cayuga Medical building to the Marketview Apartments, the project has been estimated to cost up to $60 million and construction is expected to be completed within the next year.
Cornell Men’s NCAA Championship is a Win for the Ages

1 week ago | ithaca.com | Steve Lawrence

Monday's NCAA Men’s lacrosse championship game was an intense affair from the opening face-off, with the teams trading goals until Cornell finally took a two-goal lead. Going into halftime, it was 6-5, Cornell. Then, the game's best player took over on the game's biggest stage, and CJ Kirst's six goals sealed the historic 13—10 win for Cornell. Ryan Goldstein – stepped up too, and with his father Tim that household now boasts a national title. Yes... we got 'em this time.
At College, High School and Club Level, Lacrosse Stars Shine

1 week ago | ithaca.com | Steve Lawrence

Over the course of several decades, I have had many people from surrounding communities share their perception that “Ithaca sure is a lacrosse town!” I am inclined to agree. Last week, I profiled Shea Baker, the Ithaca High class of '22 grad who had a 2024 for the ages, being on teams that won a collegiate national title and a World Championship. The story referenced a strong Ithaca lacrosse culture, and space did not allow for a deeper look into just how deep and wide that culture runs.
Ithaca Council Approves $1M HUD Action Plan for Housing and Community Development

2 weeks ago | ithaca.com | Matt Dougherty

ITHACA, N.Y. — The Ithaca Common Council unanimously approved the city’s 2025 HUD Action Plan on Wednesday, directing more than $1 million in federal funds to affordable housing, job training, and homelessness assistance. The plan allocates $1,040,052 in total, including $636,000 from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), $232,000 from the HOME Investment Partnerships Program, and $170,052 from prior-year loan repayments and other local sources.
TCAT Rolls Out Summer Service as New Buses and Staffing Boost Aim to Improve Reliability

2 weeks ago | ithaca.com | Matt Dougherty

ITHACA, N.Y. — Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit (TCAT) is set to roll out its summer service on May 25 as the organization’s leaders say they are in a good position to recover from pandemic induced decline in ridership, staffing shortages and equipment failures.
Council Debates Historic Preservation Impact on Housing Crisis

3 weeks ago | ithaca.com | Matt Dougherty

ITHACA, N.Y. — A proposal to place a moratorium on the creation or expansion of historic districts sparked an intense debate at the May 14 meeting of Common Council, with council members speaking on the impacts of historic preservation on Ithaca’s housing crisis.
Guest Opinion: Hands Off Peace Corps

3 weeks ago | ithaca.com | Gerry Thomas

Very recently, Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), presumably with President Trump’s support, have ordered 80 percent cuts in Peace Corps’ administrative staff employed in the US. These civil servants are the support staff for the approximately 3,000 Peace Corps Volunteers (PCVs) presently serving in 60 countries, as well as overseeing recruitment of new volunteers and arranging for their placement and training.
Ithaca’s Parents and Coaches Have Bred Generations of Stars

3 weeks ago | ithaca.com | Steve Lawrence

One might think that a lacrosse player might be offered a day off from practice as a reward for being named First-Team Division 1 All-American, but that was not the case for Shea Baker When I called Shea – the junior captain of the defending national champion Boston College Eagles – she said, “I'm happy to talk, but I need to get to practice in 15 minutes.” I have no doubt that Shea would have declined a day off anyway, as she and her teammates were preparing for Sunday's NCAA match up...