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Monday, April 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Shared Kitchen Ithaca opened last week in Tompkins County as a nonprofit space offering 4,000 square feet of modern food production equipment for startups and established businesses — founder Rob Rotondi said the facility fills a gap in the region’s specialty food manufacturing. 607 News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ithaca College athletic director Susan Bassett ’79 announced on Feb. 6 that she will retire at the end of the academic year after a 45-year career in intercollegiate athletics, which included coaching at William Smith College and Carnegie Mellon University + she said she stayed during the pandemic and Butterfield stadium renovations to help keep the department stable and prepare for new leadership. The Ithacan
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ithaca College hosted Sustainability Week from April 16th to 26th with events including a sustainability fair, a student-led colloquium and a keynote by Terry Carroll, Tompkins County chief sustainability officer. His talk detailed renewable energy and eco-friendly transportation while the week united campus and community groups in pushing for a greener future—highlighting local commitment to sustainability. The Ithacan
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local activist Irene Weiser has announced her run for the Tompkins County Legislature in District 13, which covers Caroline and Danby. She has lived in the area for nearly 40 years, studied at Cornell and served on the Town of Caroline board from 2012 to 2021—joining fellow candidates Matt Sullivan and Kyle Erickson in the June primary. 607 News Now
- ➤ Today, the Tompkins County Highway Department will begin chip sealing on Dubois, Krums Corners, Willow Creek and Kraft Roads in Ulysses at 7:00 a.m.—one lane will remain open for traffic—and drivers are advised to use alternate routes. The treatment is a cost-effective method that seals roads from water to extend their lifespan—helping preserve the road's condition. 14850
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health care workers at Corning Hospital are in contract negotiations with Guthrie as their three-year contract for 450 workers will expire on April 30 and they are calling for more staff, better wages and affordable health insurance. Three negotiation sessions with a federal mediator from FMCS are set to begin Monday—workers have approved informational picketing if talks stall, but no work stoppage is planned. WSKG
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday at Schoellkopf Field, Cornell men’s lacrosse beat Dartmouth 10-8 in drizzly weather while senior CJ Kirst set a new NCAA career scoring record by reaching 226 points with two goals and an assist — a record that broke the previous tie. The win gave Cornell sole possession of the Ivy League regular season title — setting the stage for the postseason tournament next weekend. 14850
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The Dead South Concert
5-7 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices range from $46 to $78 — Experience a night of folk and bluegrass with The Dead South at a historic venue.
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17th Annual Spring Writes Literary Festival
May 7-11 & May 15-22 — Community Arts Partnership — Free entry — Celebrate local literary talent with 40 diverse events from readings to workshops.
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Australian Pink Floyd Show
8:00 – 9:30 PM — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices range from $64 to $387 — Experience the ultimate tribute to Pink Floyd with an unforgettable live performance.
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Little Feat Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — State Theatre of Ithaca — Last-minute tickets available — Enjoy an evening of classic rock with Little Feat.
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Garden Fair and Plant Sale
1-7 p.m. — Ithaca Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore a variety of plants at this annual sale operated by Cornell Cooperative Extension Tompkins.
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Jazz Mondays with Dave Davies RhythmMakers
5:30-8:30 p.m. — South Hill Cider — $5 suggested donation — Enjoy live jazz with local musicians while sipping on cider and enjoying food.
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Cielle On Solid Ground
6-9 p.m. — La Tourelle Hotel & Spa — Cost not listed — Experience an evening of Blues/Rock surrounded by the scenic beauty of Ithaca.
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