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Saturday, July 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cayuga Market Place, which has featured local restaurant offers for 20 years, is asking locals to name three of their favorite eateries to feature on its website. The survey is open on Survey Monkey and responses will help decide which restaurants get promotional offers. 607 News Now
- ➤ TCAT bus drivers work twelve-hour shifts to move essential workers, ease student commutes, and connect with local riders—some drivers also helped negotiate a fair contract earlier this year for better wages and staffing. Ithaca.com
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday afternoon at 3:20 p.m., the Tompkins County Sheriff's Office reported a collision on the 100 block of Freeville Rd in Dryden—when Jason Lott, a 50-year-old from Binghamton, failed to yield while turning into Poets Landing—resulting in a motorcycle rider being taken by Dryden Ambulance to Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse in stable condition while Lott faced a DWAI charge with a court date set for August 13. Ithaca.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ At the 39th annual New York Wine Classic on July 18, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that Hammondsport winery Weis Vineyards won Winery of the Year—marking its third win and second in a row. Peter and Ashlee Weis said they were surprised but honored as the event featured over 100 wineries entering nearly 700 wines. Ithaca Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Burdett man 59-year-old Jeffrey A. Arcangeli was arrested on burglary and grand larceny charges after a March 22 incident in Dix where a safe was forced open and guns + about $450K in gold, silver and cash were stolen + and he was processed in court and released. My Twin Tiers
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Friday's event at Seabring Inn—332 Sebring Road in Newfield featured five bands and a fish fry to raise awareness for canine idiopathic epilepsy while organizers offered seizure care information through posters and handouts during performances that began at 5:30 p.m. 14850
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council announced that longtime director Fernando de Aragón will retire in September after 27 years, with his retirement first announced last Thursday. Former tourism program director Tom Knipe will take over — using his local experience to expand transportation options. The Ithaca Voice
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ TC3 women's basketball team has named Willie Fann as its new head coach—he was an assistant last season and will now lead the Panthers. He replaces Jocelin Wright, who is moving to an assistant role with the Colgate women’s basketball team. 607 News Now
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Finger Lakes Grassroots Festival - Sunday
7:59-10:59 PM — Trumansburg Fair Associates — Cost varies — Celebrate culture with world-renowned artists in a vibrant four-day music festival.
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CFCU Summer Concert Series
5-11 p.m. — Bernie Milton Pavilion — Free entry — Enjoy a weekly lineup of local and regional artists at this family-friendly concert series.
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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 delicious cider with local talent at a charming venue.
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Ithaca Metal Fest
7-11:30 p.m. — Stone Bend Farm — $16.88 — Rock out with a night of metal featuring local bands and noise sets.
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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 cider from talented local musicians every Monday evening.
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Mosaic Foundation Performance at South Hill Cider
5:30-8:30 p.m. — South Hill Cider — $10 cover at the door — Experience internationally influenced reggae with diverse sounds and uplifting messages.
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The Evergreen Social Vintage Market
12-4 p.m. — South Hill Cider — Check for any entry fee — Explore a vibrant market filled with vintage clothing, delicious cider, live music, and unique finds.
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Mondays with MAQ at South Hill Cider
5:30-8:30 p.m. — South Hill Cider — $5 suggested donation — Enjoy live jazz with the talented MAQ ensemble while sipping heirloom cider.
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