Good morning, Ithaca.

Love Living at Home received a $25,000 grant from Assemblymember Anna Kelles' office to expand the David Sprague Sponsored Member Fund and provide free membership to up to 60 low-income seniors, giving them access to over 500 annual events and volunteer services.

The organization will host a Tompkins County Trivia Fundraiser on Oct. 30 at Hopshire Farms and Brewery—featuring a recognition ceremony from 4:30 to 5 p.m. and themed trivia competitions.

FOSAI, a Cornell-led space tech startup that built systems for defense and space, has been acquired by Pasteur Labs—an AI firm making simulation tools.

The merger will combine both companies' skills to boost testing in aerospace and other fields.

A Cornell-led study found that high earners did not move for tax breaks because they value feeling at home more than saving money; researchers used IRS data from nearly 4 million tax filings during the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act changes and the pandemic.

The study shows that disruptions like remote work made social ties more important than tax incentives—especially in high-tax areas like New York.

Researchers at Cornell developed a new chip design called Double Duty that lets parts of FPGAs work separately—improving efficiency with over 20% less space used and nearly 10% better performance to lower energy needs for AI and data centers.

The work earned a Best Paper Award at a recent conference and may boost efficiency in devices from network cards to medical machines.

IC Eco Reps led a cleanup event on Sept 6 for students, faculty, and community members on South Hill—volunteers removed trash from recreation trails and streets.

Seven candidates for Common Council gathered Sept.

4 at Tompkins County Public Library to explain their views on housing, public safety and economic growth—five council seats are in play and three candidates run unopposed, each offering different ideas to improve local conditions.

At the Tompkins County Legislature meeting on Sept.

2nd, county officials presented the recommended 2026 budget with a $240 million operating plan, a 4.5% tax levy increase meant to raise $57 million, and an estimated $2.5 million gap for critical services—department presentations will start on Sept. 4th and a public forum is set for Sept. 30th.

The Town of Ithaca’s Planning Board will review Cornell University’s proposal for a large-bird rehabilitation aviary on Tuesday, Sept.

16—located adjacent to the Janet L. Swanson Wildlife Hospital on Hungerford Hill Road in Eastern Heights. The nearly 7,000-square-foot facility includes five patient mews and a shared flight area to help injured raptors recover before release.

Cornell University Police Chief Anthony Bellamy is retiring after 21 years and will join the Ithaca Police Department as deputy chief on Oct.

2. He aims to build partnerships and will report to Chief Tom Kelly following an announcement on Sept. 12.

Dermatology Associates of Ithaca says you should use SPF 30 daily in the fall to protect your skin because even cool, cloudy days let through up to 80% of UV rays — these rays can cause sunburn and early aging if your skin is left unprotected.

Hospicare and Palliative Care Services of Ithaca explains that palliative care eases pain and stress for patients with serious illness—while hospicare is designed to provide comfort for those with a prognosis of less than six months and who have stopped curative treatments.

Ithaca offers five family-friendly hiking trails—Wilson Trail, Cascadilla Gorge Trail, Gorge Trail, Lake Treman Loop and Rim Trail—that give families a chance to see waterfalls, gorges and local wildlife.

Locals can enjoy safe, accessible paths with clear tips to ensure a fun and secure outing.

X Ambassadors Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying sounds of X Ambassadors on their North American tour.

X Ambassadors Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — State Theatre of Ithaca — Tickets from $58 — Experience an electrifying evening with X Ambassadors at this iconic venue.

Jazz Mondays with Dave Davies RhythmMakers

5:30-8:30 p.m. — South Hill Cider — $5 suggested donation — Enjoy live jazz and uplifting vibes while sipping on local cider.

Celtic Thunder: An Evening of Music

7:30-9 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket information not specified — Experience the greatest songs of Celtic Thunder with a heartfelt reunion.

Apple Harvest Festival

Sep 26-28 — Downtown Ithaca Alliance Office — Free entry — Celebrate the fall with locally grown apples, crafts, food, and entertainment at this beloved community festival.

The Front Bottoms Live

7-10 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticketed event — Celebrate a decade of music with The Front Bottoms alongside Sincere Engineer.

Dart Brothers Live Concert

7-11 p.m. — Bike Bar — No cover charge — Experience the unique fusion of original rock and alt-country by Ithaca's own Dart Brothers.

Dancing on The Patio

8-10 p.m. — South Hill Cider — $5 - $10 donation suggested — Dance on the patio to DJ Evermix while enjoying cider and food.

Sammy - Strides for a Cure

11 AM – 3 PM — Stewart Park — Registration closed — Run, walk, and gather to raise awareness for a cure to Alzheimer's Disease regardless of the weather.

Behavioral Economics Workshop with Canishk Naik

11:40 AM - 12:55 PM — Sage Hall - Johnson Graduate School of Management — Check official website for fees — Explore the intersection of psychology and economics with expert insights.