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Saturday, June 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday night, Ithaca police responded at around 9:45 p.m. to a dispute on the 300 block of West Green Street that left one person injured, and they are still searching for the suspect who fled the scene. The Ithaca Voice
- ➤ On Thursday night, Ithaca Police responded at about 9:45 p.m. to a stabbing on the 300 block of West Green Street that left a victim with stab wounds and required medical attention at the scene before the suspect fled—prompting further investigation. 14850
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cornell’s Concert Series — now renamed the Dallas Morse Coors Concert Series after a $2 million donation from the Dallas Morse Coors Foundation — will offer a 2025-26 season that explores timeless classics and new music frontiers with acts including Le Vent du Nord and jazz vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant. Cornell Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Living Essence Massage Institute will soon open at 1891 State Route 96 — 10 minutes north of Ithaca and 5 minutes south of Trumansburg, filling a gap since the Finger Lakes School of Massage closed in 2019. The school offers a 1,000-hour certification program and is accepting applications for its inaugural class starting in September. Tompkins Weekly
- ➤ The 2025 Jiang Fellows at Cornell Engineering have accepted internships to work with startups in areas such as electric vehicles and portable blood testing devices—some will gain experience abroad while others work locally. The fully funded program gives each fellow a weekly stipend, travel funds and one-on-one mentorship before they return to campus in the fall. Cornell Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Shortly after noon on Wednesday, June 11, fire crews responded to a chemical reaction at the City of Ithaca Water Treatment Plant on Water Street when plant staff evacuated the building and hazmat experts — including mutual aid and technical support — managed the situation so that by 7:00 p.m. the facility was stabilized with no injuries and drinking water remained safe. City of Ithaca
- ➤ The Tompkins County Board of Elections said a sticker contest brought 67 submissions from students and 15 finalists are online for residents to vote on until July 4. Flyers with the designs will be posted at polling places for the June primary and special election — a QR code will let residents vote — and the winning 'I Voted' sticker will be used for the November general election. Tompkins County
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Ithaca offers five scenic walks that help residents relieve stress while enjoying nature. The routes include Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary, Buttermilk Falls State Park, Cayuga Waterfront Trail, Cascadilla Gorge Trail, and Beebe Lake Loop — each providing a unique way to unwind. 14850
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cornell announced changes to its men’s basketball coaching staff—Nat Graham will return as associate head coach, Jalen Hayes will take on more responsibilities, Luke Colwell will become an assistant coach, and Ilan Kinder will assume operations—with head coach Jon Jaques expressing his approval. The university recently added six new players for the 2025-26 season, and former Cornell wrestler Jimmy Overhiser has been named head coach at Mercyhurst. 607 News Now
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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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Jazz Mondays with Dave Davies RhythmMakers
5:30-8:30 p.m. — South Hill Cider — $5 suggested donation — Enjoy live jazz from local musicians while sipping on delicious cider and food.
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