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Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ariana Klinkov, Cornell’s women’s fencing coach since 2019, is a community leader & mentor to local youth. She moved to Groton in 2020 & works with her partner, Jesse Norton, to plan events like scarecrow builds and fencing camps. Tompkins Weekly
- ➤ Residents on Fayette Street celebrated a fresh pavement that ended 43 years of bumps during a community event on Oct. 18. Mayor Robert Cantelmo and resident Romana Wuest cut the ribbon — the work took three weeks and prompts residents to report road issues as state-maintained routes continue to need attention. The Ithaca Voice
- ➤ Tompkins County is hosting a week of family-friendly Halloween events with trunk-or-treats, costume parties, haunted tours and more scheduled across towns including Ithaca, Dryden, Enfield, Groton, Lansing, Newfield and Trumansburg. Local organizers offer safe activities for all ages — from hay rides and walking tours to dance parties and community gatherings. Tompkins Weekly
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mark Lamendola of Empire Access offers clear cybersecurity tips for Ithaca residents to protect their home networks using strong passwords, updated antivirus software and secure Wi-Fi - advice that aims to reduce risks from phishing scams and malware. Tompkins Weekly
- ➤ Ithaca’s Royal Court Restaurant on Meadow Street closed Monday night after 53 years of serving families, students, and local groups. The owners said that founding sisters Marilyn and Dorothy faced serious health challenges that forced them to end operations – the attached motel will stay open. 14850
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Cayuga Chamber Orchestra will present Ebb and Flow at 7:30 p.m. on November 22 at Ford Hall in Ithaca College — the show features Music Director Guillaume Pirard and Grammy-winning violinist Johnny Gandelsman performing works by Mendelssohn and Brahms, with a pre-concert chat at 6:30 p.m. in Hockett Recital Hall. 607 News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ithaca teachers and district officials are negotiating a new contract that uses a step-and-lane salary system to raise pay, improve health benefits, and extend family leave. Teachers have worked under an expired contract since June while talks resumed on Oct 9 and will continue through Nov 20 — officials say the changes aim to lower high teacher turnover. Tompkins Weekly
- ➤ On Oct 25, Cornell historian Corey Earle shared stories of groundbreaking women at a brunch as part of the Trustee Council Alumni Meeting—discussing early challenges and lasting achievements that helped shape the university. The event was hosted by Entrepreneurship at Cornell, the President’s Council of Cornell Women and the Cornell Entrepreneur Network. Cornell Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cornell University researchers developed an interactive map that shows how federal cuts have affected jobs across New York counties—users can view changes in public and private sector jobs since December 2024. The data snapshot is meant to help policy makers understand job trends in each county. WENY
- ➤ The city of Ithaca announced that the 100 & 200 blocks of Elm Street will be closed from today through Friday for asphalt repairs, so drivers should use Sunrise Rd. to Chestnut St. as a detour. 14850
- ➤ Officials from TeraWulf will hold an informational meeting tomorrow at Lansing Middle School from 6:30 to 8 p.m. to share details on the proposed Cayuga Data campus project—community members can ask questions about the plan. The Lansing Town Board is also debating a possible 1-year moratorium on land use changes as environmental groups express concerns over harm to the Cayuga Lake watershed. 607 News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ithaca High School girls swimming and diving team enters Section IV championships with a 6-2 record and a roster of 28 swimmers under Coach Jon Singer. They are set to challenge Horseheads on November 5 with standout performances from athletes such as Lea Teschl and Fiona Blakely-Armitage driving their push for a podium finish. Tompkins Weekly
- ➤ Today at Lynah Rink, the Cornell women’s hockey team will host Syracuse at 7 p.m. — Cornell remains undefeated on a win streak of four games while Syracuse holds a record of 5 to 5 with all wins coming on the road. 607 News Now
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Princeton vs. Cornell Football Match
1:00–11:59 p.m. — Schoellkopf Field — Tickets start at $62 — Experience an exciting college football showdown with the Princeton Tigers facing off against the Cornell Big Red.
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Shadows Dance Troupe Fall Step Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices vary — Witness the artistry of Cornell University's largest dance collective showcasing their fall semester performances.
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The Crane Wives Live Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Tickets available — Experience the energetic sounds of The Crane Wives as they fuse indie folk with rock and roll.
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Today Is The Day Concert
7-11:30 p.m. — Angry Mom Records — Check ticketing for details — Today is The Day returns to Ithaca for an electrifying night of music.
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Blackberry Smoke Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Tickets required — Experience the soulful sounds of Blackberry Smoke honoring Georgia’s musical legacy.
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New York Voices Performance
7 p.m. — Ford Hall — Free entry — Experience the internationally acclaimed jazz vocal group New York Voices as part of the Chamber Music Series.
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Trombone Shorty Concert
7-9 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying sounds of Trombone Shorty, a New Orleans legend in the jazz scene.
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AG, Food and Environmental Systems In-Service
9 a.m.-6 p.m. — Cornell University — Check Official Website for entry fees — Engage with experts on sustainable agricultural practices and innovative food systems.
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Absolute Queen - A Tribute to Queen
8-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Tickets available online — Rock out to the legendary hits of Queen with Almost Queen.
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Pink Talking Fish Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Tickets available — Experience a unique fusion of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads, and Phish in one unforgettable concert.
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