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Thursday, May 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday the incoming publisher of The Ithaca Times announced that the paper will convert to a nonprofit model as ownership transfers to Pathways to Equity, Inc. Retiring publisher Jim Bilinski will move to an advisory role while Associate Publisher Larry Hochberger becomes publisher. The Ithaca Voice
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Newfield Central School District near Ithaca—struggling with a drop in student enrollment from nearly 800 to 630 and rising costs—reduced staff and cut electives to manage its budget, later approving an 8.9 percent tax increase and using pandemic funds to ease fiscal stress. These challenges mirror trends across New York’s school districts as they balance fierce budget pressures with growing educational demands. The Ithaca Voice
- ➤ Cornell Bowers Computing and Information Science associate professor Sumanta Basu developed the Data Science Modeling certificate program that bridges basic statistics and data science applications. The program consisted of four courses that taught practical skills in R programming—focusing on advanced regression techniques, predictive modeling, and ensemble methods. Cornell Chronicle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Discover Cayuga Lake is making the lake accessible by offering educational and fun cruises on the MV Teal from the Allan Treman Marina. The nonprofit uses tourism revenue to support environmental programs and youth training—its cruises include community sunset, eco, and family outings—helping residents explore Cayuga Lake. Tompkins Weekly
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local tenants in Ithaca are urging City Hall to opt in to the Emergency Tenant Protection Act as rents have surged 32% while nearly 60% of renters are cost burdened; the required vacancy study remains incomplete. The Ithaca Tenants Union held a town hall in March—organizing canvassing events to push for a timely study—to address rising living costs amid stagnant wages. Ithaca.com
- ➤ The City of Ithaca will auction 14 abandoned vehicles on Friday, May 9th at three towing lots — Ryan’s at 217 Elmira Road, Finger Lakes Wrecker Service at 154 Cecil Malone Drive, and Charlie’s Towing at 215 5th Street. Bidders must pay with cash, cashier’s check or certified check and winning bids receive a bill of sale — which they need at the DMV to get a clean title. 14850
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cornell lacrosse senior CJ Kirst, the NCAA Division I all-time goals leader, was picked first overall by the Philadelphia Waterdogs in the PLL draft and aims to lead Cornell to a national title this season. New York teams also saw action today as the Yankees beat the Padres 12-3 with 10 runs in the seventh inning while the Knicks face the Celtics at 7 p.m. tonight and additional games are scheduled later today. 607 News Now
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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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Nonprofit Budget Basics & Financial Planning Workshop
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Tompkins County Public Library — Check website for details — Enhance your financial acumen to make informed decisions for your organization.
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Cayuga Trails 50 Mile Ultra Marathon
6 a.m. — Cayuga Trail Parking — Entry Fee $163 — Experience breathtaking trails with aid stations and a chance to win prizes while running through stunning natural landscapes.
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The Evergreen Social: Vintage Goods Market
2-6 p.m. — South Hill Cider — Free entry — Explore unique vintage finds while enjoying tasty cider and live music from DJ Dou.
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