Transfer Students Find Belonging at Cornell
Transferring to Cornell University means starting fresh and finding a place along the way, according to a Cornell University in Ithaca report.
The report follows four students in the College of Human Ecology as they share their experiences navigating the transition to Cornell — from building community and getting involved to pursuing research and studying abroad.
Their stories reflect the many paths transfer students take to find belonging, pursue their interests, and make the most of their time on the Hill.
| Apr 24, 2026 at 1:44 PM | College |
Ithaca launches CivicSend digital updates platform
The City of Ithaca announced CivicSend, a digital communication platform that lets residents sign up for customized updates delivered to their inbox on topics including City Manager updates, actions of the Common Council, employment, parks and recreation, planning and development, public safety, roads, sidewalks and infrastructure, sustainability and youth programming.
| Apr 24, 2026 at 3:49 PM | Gov |
Ithaca awarded $10 million DRI grant
Ithaca received a $10 million grant from New York State's Downtown Revitalization Initiative to revitalize the MLK Jr. Street and West State Street corridors and bolster Downtown Ithaca and The Commons, a plan shaped by extensive public engagement and collaboration with project sponsors.
| Apr 23, 2026 at 2:03 PM | Gov |
Ithaca to Install New Smart Water Meters; Appointments Required
Ithaca officials say East National Water, LLC will install new smart water meter radios at no cost to residents, with about a one-hour appointment at each home, installers in uniform carrying photo ID and requiring someone 18 or older to be home; residents can schedule by calling East National Water or online using a five-digit code from their mailing label.
| Apr 23, 2026 at 12:36 PM | Gov |
Cornell reports glimpse of spring blooms; more buds expected
Cornell University in Ithaca offered a glimpse of this spring's blooms and said more buds are on the way.
| Apr 23, 2026 at 8:30 AM | College |
Ithaca to Plant Three Arbor Day Trees Friday
The City of Ithaca invites the public to Arbor Day tree planting Friday, April 24, at 1 p.m., rain or shine, along the Waterfront Trail at Cass Park, sponsored by the Ithaca Garden Club, where three trees will be planted and the mayor will read the Arbor Day proclamation, with parking available across the street.
| Apr 22, 2026 at 4:56 PM | Gov |
Cornell Students' Methane Sensor Aids Mangrove Restoration
Sixteen months after launching a low-cost, portable methane sensor to measure emissions from water bodies for mangrove restoration, Cornell University researchers deployed the sensors in Colombia with the Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability and the Environmental Defense Fund, supporting global greenhouse gas assessments and mangrove reforestation.
| Apr 22, 2026 at 8:30 AM | College |
Cornell Reports Peaceful, Serene Spring Regardless of Weather
Cornell University in Ithaca says spring is filled with peaceful moments and serene beauty regardless of the weather.
| Apr 19, 2026 at 9:41 AM | College |
Cornell Botanic Gardens featured in Ithaca spring report
ITHACA, N.Y. — A Cornell University report says no spring is complete without visiting the Cornell Botanic Gardens.
| Apr 17, 2026 at 8:30 AM | College |
Ithaca Seeks Volunteers for Neriton Fire Co. 9
The City of Ithaca is inviting residents to volunteer with Neriton Fire Co. 9, the volunteer unit of the Ithaca Fire Department, which has served the City and Town of Ithaca for more than 200 years and is now recruiting for fire police, with details available by email at IFDvolunteer@cityofithaca.org, by phone at (607) 272-1234, or on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/Neritoncompany9.
| Apr 14, 2026 at 3:02 PM | Gov |