U-E rallies past Horseheads to repeat as Section 4 Class A football champ

Union-Endicott shut out Horseheads over the final three quarters and rallied for a 16-12 victory Friday, Nov. 13 in the Section 4 Class A football final at Horseheads High School. The Tigers beat Horseheads in the sectional final for the second year in a row and avenged a 21-15 loss to the Blue Raiders on the same field the teams played on Sept. 18. Ayden Matthews hit Larkin Bianco with a 7-yard touchdown pass with 7 minutes, 48 seconds left in the third quarter Friday to give U-E the lead for good, 13-12. Cooper Morgan added a 31-yard field goal with 1:31 remaining and the Tigers' defense secured the win with an interception. U-E captured the program's 21st sectional championship after limiting Horseheads to 52 yards of offense in the second half. "I'm super proud of them," Union-Endicott head coach Tommy Baleno said. "We started off pretty sluggish. We gave them two touchdowns. We got a little momentum going, we kind of got the rust out of the armor, I guess. "We started hunkering down and we played some pretty good defense. They’re an outstanding offensive team. They have a lot of great athletes. It was a hard-fought game. It

World’s largest harmonica and museum to visit Corning

CORNING, N.Y. (WETM) – According to a release, the world’s largest harmonica and accompanying museum is set to visit Corning beginning in November. Beginning on Saturday, Nov. 28, the second-floor gallery at Matrich Music, located at 62 E Market St., will showcase the world’s largest harmonica and traveling museum. The museum will be on display […]

$13.5M investment targets 103 lane miles of road repairs in New York

More than $13.5 million is being invested in road repairs across the region, with work planned on 103 lane miles. The projects include $1 million to repave Route 223 between Van Etten and Erin in Chemung County. In Steuben County, crews will resurface parts of Routes 226 and 415 in...

SUNY Cortland and Ithaca College Compete for Cortaca Bragging Rights Beyond the Football Field

The rivalry between SUNY Cortland and Ithaca College will extend beyond the football field during this weekend’s Cortaca Jug festivities, with the two schools competing in fundraising and recycling challenges. The 67th Cortaca Jug game, presented by Visions Federal Credit Union, is scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14,...

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NYC deli-cious recently opened on Corning's Northside. Step inside

An NYC deli-cious eatery recently opened at 37 E. Pulteney St., bringing a New York style deli to the Corning Gaffer District. The deli opened Saturday afternoon on Nov. 8, and NYC-deli-cious manager Omar Ali said people have been filing in since then. The store at 37 E. Pulteney St. is open daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Crews upgraded the plaza site, which formerly housed The Mug Shotz restaurant until the business closed in late 2025. Gaffer District Executive Director Catherine Price said she is thrilled to see that the NYC deli-cious recently opened in the Gaffer District. "We love seeing so many new businesses opening on our district's Northside," Price said. The eatery's menu will feature egg omelets, wraps, bagels, burgers, cold and hot sandwiches, coffee, fries, salads, drinks, shakes, and more. Jen Miller, Corning City Planning and Economic Director, said the new deli will be an asset to the city and the entire community. This article originally appeared on The Leader: NYC deli-cious recently opened on Corning's Northside. Step inside

Ithaca Coach Rahmel Mack awarded new car for contributions to the community

ROCHESTER, NY (607NewsNow) — Mack, Founder of the Prince Jakim & Dominique Summer Basketball Camp and the GIAC Firebirds girls’ basketball program, was given recognition and the keys to a new car on Thursday, November 5th, 2026. Bob Johnson Mazda in Rochester hosted the celebration as Mack was...

More than just pictures: a look inside Arnot’s School of Radiology

The field of radiologic technology blends the critical art of caring for people with the exacting science of specialized medical testing. The School of Radiologic Technology at Arnot Ogden Medical Center offers students a high-quality educational program in preparation for their future professional careers in radiologic technology. Voices are AI...

Union-Endicott clips Horseheads in Section IV Class A title to go back-to-back

Union-Endicott defeated Horseheads, 16-12, Friday night to claim the Section IV Class A football title. It is the 21st title in the program's history and the first time since 2021-22 that U-E has won consecutive section titles. Horseheads took a 12-0 lead just minutes into the contest. U-E's defense responded...

Historic Sagan property in Ithaca to become new observatory

An historic Ithaca property once home to the late world-renowned astronomer Carl Sagan is preparing for a new chapter in scientific exploration following an investment to develop a new research observatory on the site. Adam Weitsman said he is funding the development of a new research observatory at 900 Stewart Ave., partnering with Harvard University astrophysicist Dr. Avi Loeb , director of the Galileo Project , to honor Sagan’s legacy. The observatory will also create new opportunities for scientific discovery and public engagement, according to a statement Tuesday, Nov. 10, announcing the observatory. “When I purchased this property, I wanted to do something meaningful that would honor Carl Sagan and his incredible legacy," Weitsman said in the statement. "He inspired generations to look at the universe with curiosity and wonder. Partnering with Dr. Loeb gives us an opportunity to continue that spirit of exploration, bring groundbreaking research to Ithaca, and create something that can inspire future generations." More on Sagan's former home Built in the 1920s for Cornell University’s Sphinx Head honor society, the historic Egyptian Revival-style building later became the home and working space of Sagan and his wife and scientific collaborator, Ann Druyan. Sagan, a longtime Cornell professor,

Business owners call city’s plan to replace parking garage with apartment building part of ‘pie in the sky’ vision for downtown

The Seneca Street parking garage is in the middle of a tug of war. Voices are AI generated. The Ithaca Voice is not responsible for mispronunciations. The Ithaca Common Council is moving ahead with plans to try to replace the decaying garage with a housing development without a parking requirement.

Emergency Alert Test Scheduled for Tuesday, November 17th

(WENY) — On Tuesday, November 17th, a test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) will play on TV and radio nationwide. The alert will happen around 2:20 p.m. Eastern time. The alert is coordinated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in conjunction with the FCC as a test of the EAS system. Tests like this happen every three years.

Duo Amal to perform at Elmira Country Club

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – According to a release from LECOM, Duo Amal, featuring pianists Yaron Kohlberg and Bishara Haroni, will perform a benefit concert at the Elmira Country Club in November. "Duo for the DOs: Hands, Heart & Harmony", presented by the World Hero Foundation and Montevista Productions, will...

Op-ed: The city says there is enough parking downtown, but the numbers don’t add up

This is an op-ed by Fred Schoeps, a member of the Downtown Ithaca Alliance Executive Committee and owns property on the Commons. He writes here as an individual, not on behalf of the DIA. To submit opinion pieces for consideration, please send them to The Ithaca Voice through the op-ed submission form.

Local History Post of the Week: November 13, 2026

– Vintage Article of the Week. Railroad Folk At Gathering, The Evening Leader, Corning, N.Y. | September 1, 1926. This week our vintage article spotlights the first annual picnic for local workers of the New York Central Railroad; the article estimates about 600 people attended the picnic; and it illustrates how important railroads were to our area in their heyday. And as I couldn’t get Microsoft to crop the photo any further, we also get to read about the marriage between Mary Frances McMahon and John J. Brady!

Survey on Proposed Faculty Senate Add/Drop Change Shows Students Want Exam Before Drop Deadline

The Faculty Senate discussed the results of a student survey regarding its proposal to shorten the add/drop period from nine to two weeks during its Wednesday meeting. The survey, sent out on Oct. 16 by the University Registrar and the Faculty Senate, asked students to consider how the current policy and proposed change impact them. Students reported wanting the results of one exam prior to the drop deadline.

Tompkins County dairy farmer raises more than $30k with ‘Miles for Milk’ campaign in NYC Marathon

FREEVILLE, NY (607NewsNow) — Tyler Beck, a member of Beck Farms in Freeville, surpassed the fundraising goal he set for his New York City Marathon run. The fundraising campaign, ‘Miles for Milk’, supported the American Dairy Association North East’s Fill A Glass with Hope® charitable program in partnership with Feeding New York State. Beck aimed to raise $1,000 for every mile ran in the marathon, for a total of 26.2 miles, and ended up exceeding his goal through various donations.

Harvard and No. 14 Cornell Tie, Crimson Win Shootout

ITHACA, N.Y. – Harvard women's hockey split three ECAC points with No. 14 Cornell at Lynah Rink on Friday night playing to a 2-2 tie and winning the shootout after overtime. The Crimson and Big Red each moved to 4-4-1 overall and 1-3-1 in the ECAC. Box Score |...

Arctic League reveals Christmas appeal goal, bell ringer Lexie Lewis

With a bell ringer chosen and a fund drive goal set, the Arctic League on Thursday, Nov. 12 officially opened its 2026 Christmas appeal with the traditional opening of its "Big Book," which lists all of the financial contributions to the effort. New board member Kit Bauer Gooshaw made the first entry in the Big Book, and Arctic League board President Michael "Robby" Robertson announced the fundraising goal is $175,000, the same as the last two years. Funds raised will help support the Arctic League's effort to provide Christmas gifts for more than 2,800 needy children in Elmira and Chemung County. This year's bell ringer, 12-year-old Lexie Lewis, who will act as a goodwill ambassador for the organization throughout the Christmas season, was also on hand for Thursday's launch. "I feel like I like to make kids happy," Lexie said. "I'm nervous and excited." Last year, the Arctic League failed to reach its fundraising goal before Christmas for the first time in 22 years , but a late surge enabled the organization to meet and surpass its goal and close the Big Book on Dec. 31, 2025. "Once that SOS went out, we raised a lot of money in short

Taste Brooklyn Black Chocolate Stouts in Corning, support Bampa's House

The Brooklyn Black Chocolate Stout 30-Year Vertical Tasting Journey will be held Saturday, Nov. 14 at Carey's Brew House on Bridge Street in Corning, to raise money for the Bampa's House. Joe Carey, owner of Carey's Brew House and a longtime member of the Bampa's House Board of Directors, said the Art of Beer & Food, a multi-course experience, will begin at 4 p.m. Saturday at Carey's Brew House. "It will feature 30 years of Brooklyn Black Chocolate Stout beer collection," Carey said. "You will never find another tasting like this of Brooklyn Black Chocolate Stout except if you were at the Brooklyn brewery." Carey said much of the Brooklyn Black Chocolate Stout collection was done by Jim Dugan, whose family established Bampa's House after he passed away on Feb. 21, 2016, at the age of 68, after a battle with cancer. "Carey is a cornerstone of the people in the community that help build Bampa's," said Steve Ritter, President of Bampa's House. "We are a community organization, and when we get people like Carey, and Carey's Brew House behind us to do these fundraisers, it means the world to us. It keeps us going because we don't receive any