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Friday, June 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brooktondale Summer Camp starts on June 30 and lasts until Aug. 29—offering electronics free fun, games and creative activities for children ages 4 to 14 under director Peyton Dennis for a third term. The camp costs $220 per week and playground grounds will remain closed from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. during camp hours to keep campers safe. Tompkins Weekly
- ➤ Newsweek's Readers Choice poll named the Ithaca Farmers Market the best in the nation, beating out markets in Alabama and Dallas. The market, operating since 1973, is open Saturdays and Sundays at Steamboat Landing plus Wednesdays at Pine Tree Road with local produce and hot food vendors. 14850
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A commercial truck left the roadway in downtown Ithaca Wednesday evening at 7:55 p.m.—the driver avoided vehicles, pedestrians and buildings, was taken to a hospital for evaluation, and police said no injuries or significant property damage occurred while citations are pending. The Ithaca Voice
- ➤ Ithaca Police and several agencies responded Wednesday evening at approximately 7:55 p.m. to a commercial vehicle accident at South Aurora St. and Hudson St.—the tractor trailer left the roadway and climbed an embankment without hitting others, and the driver, who was found uninjured, was taken to a local hospital for evaluation with citations pending. Ithaca.com
- ➤ On Tuesday, incompatible chemicals accidentally mixed at Ithaca's water treatment plant on Water Rd produced chlorine gas and prompted an emergency response by the Ithaca Fire Department, which later cleared the facility—ensuring the city’s water supply remained safe and uninterrupted. 607 News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On June 12th, officers responded to a dispute on the 300 block of West Green Street around 9:45 p.m. after a stabbing in downtown Ithaca and found a victim who received on-scene care—then was taken to a trauma center as the suspect fled. WENY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cornell reorganized its Office of Civil Rights to handle all reports of bias, discrimination, harassment and sexual misconduct under one umbrella; the new website launched June 12 provides resources for reporting concerns. The change is part of a broader policy update that clarifies where community members can get help—ensuring they know who to contact when issues arise. Cornell Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Early voting begins tomorrow at 9 a.m. at Ithaca Town Hall, 215 North Tioga Street, for county legislative, city ward and municipal contests with polls closing at 5 p.m.—primary election day will be on June 24 from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. 607 News Now
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The NYSPHSAA softball semifinal and final games will take place this weekend at the upgraded Greenlight Networks Grand Slam Park—formerly known as the BAGSAI Complex—with matchups across multiple classes including teams from the Ithaca area. Tickets cost $12 per day, and live streaming will be available for those who want to watch the games. Ithaca Journal
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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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Waitress: The Musical
July 10–19 — Hangar Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the heartwarming tale of a waitress and talented pie-baker.
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Vintage Clothing and Goods Market
12-4 p.m. — South Hill Cider — Free entry — Explore unique vintage finds while enjoying delicious cider and live music from DJ Dou.
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