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Saturday, May 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ithaca’s Planning & Development Board praised early sketches of a Cornell community center on University Avenue designed for the Jewish student organization Grinspoon Hillel—it will include three stories plus a basement with a cafe, worship space, and recreation room. The center will offer a place for students to connect and practice their faith. 607 News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mary Beth Norton was honored on May 28 by Harvard’s Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences when she received the Centennial Medal — its highest alumni award — in recognition of her groundbreaking work in American history. The award marks a milestone as Norton, the first woman on the history faculty at Cornell, reshaped colonial women’s history. Cornell Chronicle
- ➤ Beth Ryan, a Cornell graduate student in chemistry and chemical biology, was chosen as a Young Scientist to attend the 74th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting in June—Germany will host more than 30 Nobel laureates and about 600 young scientists from around the world—she studies enzymes that shape cell membranes. Cornell Chronicle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Steady rain in the Southern Tier ended drought conditions in Tompkins County, and the US Drought Monitor confirms the area is no longer abnormally dry—more showers are expected this weekend. This change follows months of dry conditions across part of the county. 607 News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tompkins County Whole Health is working with local partners to share prevention resources that guide parents to keep vape, cannabis, and tobacco products locked away—reducing the risk of poisoning among children and youth. The advisory also explains that adults should buy from licensed dispensaries and be ready with Narcan for opioid overdose emergencies. Tompkins Weekly
- ➤ The American Red Cross said there is an emergency blood shortage and new donors are needed for drives from May 30 through June 24 at local sites — donors in May receive a solar lantern and those in June get an Amazon gift card. Donations help support patients with cancer, trauma, sickle cell, burns, and chronic illnesses, and most donors who are 16 or older and weigh at least 110 pounds can donate every 56 days. 14850
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local officials and experts have released a guide that lists outdoor spots in Ithaca and the Finger Lakes for summer fun, including waterfalls, hiking trails, and scenic parks. The guide maps over 232 miles of trails and shows sites for picnics, cycling, and wildlife watching – helping locals and visitors plan their trips. Ithaca Journal
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After winning the national championship on May 26, Cornell’s CJ Kirst received the Tewaaraton Award for scoring 82 goals that tied the NCAA Division I single-season record—making him the third Cornell athlete to win the honor. He was also named Most Outstanding Player of the NCAA Lacrosse Championships. 607 News Now
- ➤ Vestal, Corning, Maine-Endwell and Chenango Forks won their Section 4 boys lacrosse championship games on Friday at Ithaca High School and Maine-Endwell and will advance to state quarterfinals on June 7 at Union-Endicott. Vestal rallied to win 11 to 10 in overtime — scoring a late goal — while the other teams earned decisive wins with quarterfinal matches set at 6 p.m., 4 p.m., noon and 2 p.m. Ithaca Journal
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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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Gorges Ithaca Half Marathon
7:30-11:30 a.m. — Black Diamond Trail Trailhead — Registration fees apply — Participate in the 10th annual half marathon that traces a beautiful course from Trumansburg to Cass Park.
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Twilight 5K Run
7-8 p.m. — Cass Park — Register for a fee — Participate in an annual 5K event organized by the Finger Lakes Running Club.
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Ithaca Reggae Fest 2025
5-11 p.m. — Stewart Park — Free entry — Celebrate the region's largest natural resource with reggae music and community spirit.
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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 and local flavors at Ithaca's favorite cider spot.
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CFCU Summer Concert Series
5-8 p.m. — Bernie Milton Pavilion — Free entry — Weekly family-friendly concerts showcasing local and regional artists through the summer.
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Project Planning: The Critical Role of Feasibility Studies
12:00 – 1:30 p.m. — Tompkins Chamber — Registration required — Explore the importance of feasibility studies in project planning with insights from a leading architecture and construction firm.
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