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The Ithaca Voice is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 news organization. The Ithaca Voice was founded in response to a crisis in local journalism. Steep declines in revenue have caused significant cuts to the number of reporters and editors at existing media companies in Tompkins County and nationwide, hurting the quality and availability of important civic and political information in Ithaca. The Voice ai

ms to reverse this damaging trend by publishing breaking news stories and in-depth features that probe into complex and dynamic local issues. Additionally, The Voice has become the online home for all things Ithaca, including dining, local personalities and other stories divorced from some of the conventions of a daily newspaper. In order to fund these efforts, The Voice pioneers new methods of generating revenue with online-only news through innovative partnerships with local businesses, display and video advertisements, and fundraising efforts. At the same time, The Voice plans to incorporate and build on the proven successes of a growing number of non-profit news sites across the country. These include best practices for expanding local audience through social media and effective Search Engine Optimization.

Obituary: Tatyana Ilina
07/28/2025

Obituary: Tatyana Ilina

June 27, 1938 – June 6, 2025 Tatyana Ilina (Tanya), of Ithaca, NY, was born in Russia and lived in Israel before immigrating to the U.S. She is survived by […]

To help with a short-term financial crunch, the farmers market received a rent reprieve until the end of the year from t...
07/28/2025

To help with a short-term financial crunch, the farmers market received a rent reprieve until the end of the year from the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency.

ITHACA, N.Y. — Long considered a gem in Ithaca’s crown, the Ithaca Farmers Market (IFM) is in a financial bind. To provide some short-term assistance, the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency […]

Police are investigating a two-vehicle crash in Newfield that caused serious injuries for two people over the weekend.
07/28/2025

Police are investigating a two-vehicle crash in Newfield that caused serious injuries for two people over the weekend.

ITHACA, N.Y. — Two people were treated for injuries after a two-car crash in the town of Newfield Saturday morning. The two people were transported to Robert Packer Hospital after […]

Update: An Ithaca man has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder in connection with the Thursday night stab...
07/27/2025

Update: An Ithaca man has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder in connection with the Thursday night stabbing on Elmira Road.

This story has been updated with additional information as of July 27. It was originally published July 25. ITHACA, N.Y. — A man has died after being stabbed on Elmira […]

Weather: Hazy, hot and humid to start the week, cooler later
07/27/2025

Weather: Hazy, hot and humid to start the week, cooler later

ITHACA, N.Y. — It will be a hot, stifling, and potentially smoky start to the week as humid heat and Canadian wildfire smoke stretch across the county. For what it’s […]

A 54-year-old man was stabbed to death on Elmira Road Thursday evening. Few details of the incident were made available ...
07/25/2025

A 54-year-old man was stabbed to death on Elmira Road Thursday evening. Few details of the incident were made available by police.

ITHACA, N.Y. — A man has died after being stabbed on Elmira Road in Ithaca Thursday evening. Police are searching for further information on the incident. The victim was identified […]

Cornell withheld dues from graduate union for six weeks in contract dispute
07/25/2025

Cornell withheld dues from graduate union for six weeks in contract dispute

ITHACA, N.Y. — Cornell University withheld membership dues from the union that represents its graduate student workers for six weeks over a contract dispute.  The university took the hardball position […]

The Town of Dryden is reviewing plans for a new cottage development and a small expansion at the William George Agency.
07/25/2025

The Town of Dryden is reviewing plans for a new cottage development and a small expansion at the William George Agency.

DRYDEN, N.Y. — The Town of Dryden’s Planning Board had a look at revised plans for a cottage cluster on Hanshaw Road and the first look at a new building […]

The Immortal Wolfpack bested all challengers earlier this month, bringing home an AAU world championship title from Orla...
07/24/2025

The Immortal Wolfpack bested all challengers earlier this month, bringing home an AAU world championship title from Orlando.

ORLANDO, FL — To end an unforgettable season, the Immortal Wolfpack, an under-15 Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) basketball team based in Ithaca, claimed the title World Champions after competing in […]

The City of Ithaca is seeking funding to repair the deteriorating Third Dam. The repairs put the city on the hook for mi...
07/24/2025

The City of Ithaca is seeking funding to repair the deteriorating Third Dam. The repairs put the city on the hook for millions of dollars, but what money the city has is not enough for a full rehabilitation project.

ITHACA, N.Y. — If someone were to stand atop Third Dam’s crest and look north toward Cayuga Lake, they would be standing on over a century of Ithaca history. The […]

A man died in a single-car crash in the town of Ulysses Wednesday afternoon. It remains under investigation.
07/24/2025

A man died in a single-car crash in the town of Ulysses Wednesday afternoon. It remains under investigation.

ITHACA, N.Y. — The Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal car crash that took place in Ulysses Wednesday afternoon. A 23-year-old man who was a passenger in a […]

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Founded in 2014, The Ithaca Voice is a non-profit news site dedicated to sustaining free and local journalism to inform and educate the residents of Tompkins County. The Ithaca Voice was founded in response to a crisis in local journalism. At existing media companies in Tompkins County, steep declines in revenue have caused significant cuts to the number of reporters and editors, hurting the quality and availability of important civic and political information in Ithaca. The Voice aims to reverse this trend by providing free access to breaking news stories and in-depth features that probe into complex and dynamic local issues. Additionally, The Voice has become the online home for all things Ithaca, including dining, local personalities and other stories divorced from some of the conventions of a daily newspaper. To fund these efforts, The Voice pioneers new methods of generating revenue with online-only news through innovative partnerships with local businesses, display and video advertisements, and fundraising efforts. At the same time, The Voice plans to incorporate and build on the proven successes of a growing number of non-profit news sites across the country. Follow us on Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. To become a member, click here.

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