Good morning, Ithaca.

Local stargazers can view a planetary alignment before sunrise, a partial solar eclipse at 11:34 a.m. as the sun reaches its maximum at 1:46 p.m., and a sweeping Perseid meteor shower under a new moon on Wednesday, Aug.

12 + experts recommend dark sites and special eclipse glasses for safe viewing.

Students from Kakegawa arrived Tuesday night in Corning and are deepening their sister city ties as they tour City Hall and participate in a simulated council meeting — agreeing on both a pool and splash pad before returning Monday.

U.S. Senators introduced a bipartisan bill on July 30 to secure grants for research-based tools to halt the spotted lanternfly, an invasive pest that threatens Finger Lakes specialty crops like grapes.

Cornell research shows infestations in Tioga, Tompkins, and Schuyler Counties could cost growers over $14 million (agriculture at risk).

Tompkins County announced a nearly 60% cut in state funds for the Code Blue shelter program during an Aug.

5 meeting + officials plan to present a strategy next month to adjust for a tougher winter.

The City of Ithaca begins utility work by NYSEG today along the 100 blocks of North and South Cayuga Street — the work will reduce lanes to one and limit parking until road restorations finish Friday, Aug.

28. DDS Company is managing the project with no detours.

New York health officials recorded 833 cyclosporiasis cases from May 1 to Aug.

3 with no deaths, even as two Michigan residents with underlying conditions died. Officials confirm the recalled iceberg lettuce did not affect New York and advise thorough produce washing (a simple safeguard).

Cornell wrestling welcomes 10 freshmen this season—three from New Jersey and one from New York—bringing fresh talent to the mat.

Coach Mike Grey said he is excited for the group to show strong character and academic dedication.