Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of August.
Good morning, Ithaca.
🎓 Education
On Aug. 18, Jason Marvin (Ph.D.
'22) spoke at the Summer Success Symposium about his shift from planning a career as a professor to directing partnerships at the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering.
🏛️ Government
Ithaca’s Common Council approved a plan on Wednesday, Aug.
19 to move a 75-unit apartment project on Elm Street forward by scheduling public information sessions and additional studies to address community concerns. Developers plan to refine details after receiving feedback near Lehman Alternative Community School (LACS).
New York State announced $38 million in funding for 49 projects in Central New York, including housing and utility upgrades in Dryden, Homer (for a 36-unit residential development) and Owego (to expand sewer lines for future homes).
The investments will support the construction of over 3,200 new homes and strengthen local infrastructure.
🏥 Health
Tompkins County Whole Health (TCWH) released its Community Health Improvement Plan covering 2025 to 2030 with input from over 1,800 residents and 76 local organizations.
The plan addresses housing stability, nutrition security, substance misuse prevention, and chronic disease management to boost local well-being.
🏈 Sports
Cornell women’s soccer began its season with a 3-2 win over St- Bonaventure on Thursday as three players scored to build a lead.
The team will host Boston College at 1 p.m. on Sunday in Ithaca and seeks another win.
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