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Trees can work for you, giving you a break

Any woodland proprietor will attest to the gratification of tree cultivation. Engaging in tree growth brings a sense of fulfillment. Unlike conventional crops, though, trees are much slower in their …

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NYSEG, Sciencenter to study geothermal

New York State Electric & Gas is working with the Ithaca Sciencenter to use existing geothermal wells to determine the design of a proposed thermal energy network pilot project, NYSEG has …

YWCA offers racial justice challenge

Registration is open and ongoing for a free month-long virtual learning opportunityrthe YWCA of Cortland is taking part in that explores equity and social justice. Participants in the 2024 …
Today in features
Crocheted plushies, handmade by Kaitlyn Rude, are available at Play D8, 10 Elm St. in McGraw.
Filling the Easter Basket just takes a bit of imagination
  Whether you’re helping the bunny create a basket for your child, or you’re creating a little basket for a partner or friend, there are plenty of items for sale in town that …
Students hang their art in preparation for the Imagination Celebration, which opens tonight at the Ake Gallery in Cortland.
Students and teachers to share art in ‘Imagination Celebration’
Students from across Cortland County, from grades preschool through senior year, will have their work hung alongside both their mentors and professional artists’ pieces this week, starting with …
Samantha Pickert holds her 1-year-old son, Drew Pickert, while she watches her other son Kayden Jebbett, 6, draw on his flower pot at the Showcase in 2019. People were able to plat seeds in small pots at the Asthma and Allergy Associates booth during The Showcase returns April 5 at the J.M. McDonald Sports Complex in Cortlandville.
Plan your fun
SEASONAL EVENTS March 23: Easter Bunny at the 1890 House, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., 37 Tompkins St. March 23: Easter Egg hunt, 10 a.m. at Suggett Park, Cortland. March 23: Easter …
Don't make boiled dinner in a pressure cooker, even if it is faster. A large stock pot lets you put the vegetables in later, so they don't overcook.
The family legend: French-Canadian boiled dinner
The family legend: Pepere, my great-grandfather, loved boiled dinner. Boiled dinner in my family was a French-Canadian classic. Farm food, from my great-grandparents’ childhood in Quebec …
This pasta dish looks great, tastes just as good and is so simple a brand-new cook can make it.
A recipe that makes me look like I know what I’m doing
As a new adult, (and by new adult, I mean I’ve been out of college for a year), I don’t have a ton of cooking experience. I always assumed people just learn to cook without trying once …
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Colorectal cancer rates decline in Cortland region as more patients have colonoscopies

Colonoscopy has been a lifesaver for many patients by detecting colorectal cancer early when it is most treatable and often curable.
Nearly 80% of the residents ages 50-64 in Cortland and most nearby counties have been screened for colorectal cancer, the current New York State health data show. That’s well above the …
Death notices
Marijane D. Seamans, 83, of Locke, passed away on March 26, 2024. Burial will be at the convenience of the family in Bird Cemetery, Locke, NY. There are no calling hours. Arrangements are with the …
John R. Berry, 75, of Genoa, passed away on March 24, 2024. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, April 2 at the United Church of Genoa, 10070 NY-90, Genoa. There are no prior calling …
Dale E. St. Clair, 89, formerly of Genoa, passed away on March 22, 2024. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 29 at the United Church of Genoa, 10070 NY-90, Genoa. There are …
Kim E. Bowman, 66, of Camillus, NY, passed away on March 19, 2024 after a brief illness. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Donald L. Barber Funeral Home.
Sports

Mulcahy, Van Liew shine in McGraw baseball's win

McGraw's Blair Mulcahy follows through after delivering a pitch Thursday at Gutchess Lumber Sports Complex. Mulcahy stuck out 11 batters in five innings in McGraw's 17-5 win.
Blair Mulcahy went five quality innings and Riley Van Liew added five RBIs on three hits as the McGraw baseball team cruised to a 17-5 win over DeRuyter Thursday at Gutchess Lumber Sports Complex. …

Cortland boys lacrosse can’t find offense in loss to Binghamton

The Cortland boys lacrosse team had trouble finding the back of the net against Binghamton and fell 6-2 Thursday at Cortland Junior-Senior High School. Cortland did not get out to the start it …

Cortland boys lax can’t rally back against Whitney Point

The Cortland boys lacrosse team got behind early and were unable to climb back as it fell to Whitney Point 9-5 Tuesday at Cortland Junior-Senior High School. The first half was ultimately the …

Cortland girls lax falls in season opener

The Cortland girls lacrosse team and visiting Jordan-Elbridge both had a strong offensive first half, but both teams cooled off in the second and ended with the Purple Tigers coming up short and …
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