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The Cortland Voice
Published September 21Free food giveaway to be held in Cortland this week
Post from the Seven Valleys Health Coalition: Our next Free Food Giveaway will be held at Seven Valleys Food Rescue Hub (174 Homer Ave, Cortland) next Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 2 to 6 p.m. You know the drill – bring some bags, walk through the line and go home with a collection…
The Cortland Voice
Published September 18City Police requesting assistance with Union Street fight investigation
Report from the City of Cortland Police Department: The Cortland Police Department is aware of and investigating a large fight that occurred on Union Street last Saturday, Sept. 12, at approximately 2:20 a.m. We understand that video of the incident may exist, and we are asking…
The Cortland Voice
Published September 15Cortland PD, City of Cortland launch Public Camera System Community Forum
Press release from the City of Cortland Police Department and the City of Cortland: The City of Cortland and the Cortland Police Department have launched a “Community Question and Concerns Forum” to provide residents with an opportunity to ask questions, share insights or…
The Cortland Voice
Published September 15Cortland firefighters respond to two lithium-ion battery fires over the weekend
Report from the City of Cortland Fire Department: The City of Cortland Fire Department responded to two separate lithium-ion battery-related fires over the weekend, highlighting the growing fire risk associated with rechargeable batteries used in portable electronics, e-bikes,…
Orleans Hub
Published September 14Strong start for Callard and the Red Dragons
The place kicking of Medina High graduate Cole Callard has helped Cortland open the football season with a pair of road victories. Callard, who is a sophomore at Cortland, has kicked two field goals on distances of 28 and 34 yards and has booted six extra points as the Red…
The Cortland Voice
Published September 14Two arrested after collaborating to steal merchandise from Walmart (Report)
On Tuesday, Sept. 8, at approximately 5:37 p.m., Officers from the Cortland County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to Walmart, at 819 Bennie Rd. in the town of Cortlandville for a larceny complaint. Through the investigation, it was determined that the defendants, Jamie T.…
The Cortland Voice
Published September 11Cortland woman charged with DWI; also multiple infractions (Report)
Report from the Cortland County Sheriff’s Office: On Tuesday, Sept. 8, at approximately 8:50 p.m., officers from the Cortland County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on Route 11 in the town of Cortlandville after observing vehicle and traffic law violations. It was…
The Cortland Voice
Published September 09Two arrested following investigation of child abuse allegations at SUNY Cortland Child Care Center
Report from the New York State Police: The New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation at Homer has arrested two individuals following an investigation into allegations of child abuse at the SUNY Cortland Child Care Center. The investigation was conducted in…
The Cortland Voice
Published September 01Guthrie Cortland provides reminder of upcoming Homer Avenue paving project
Note from the Guthrie Cortland Medical Center: Guthrie Cortland Medical Center is reminding patients that paving along Homer Avenue this week may cause delays in accessing hospital lots and to plan their travel time accordingly. Access to hospital lots will not be closed or…
City of Cortland News
Published August 31Road Work Schedule
The following is the tentative road work schedule for August: Wednesday, August 5: Paving Chestnut, Joy, and Harrison Thursday, August 6: Paving Copeland; Milling Fifth Ave, Evergreen, Snyder, Leon and Cherry
City of Cortland News
Published August 04City of Cortland Announces Temporary Closures Due to Unhealthy Air Quality
Due to deteriorating air quality conditions on July 16, 2026, and in accordance with the City's air quality response guidelines, the City of Cortland is taking precautionary measures to protect the health and safety of residents and visitors.
City of Cortland News
Published August 04City of Cortland Secures Largest Code Enforcement Judgment in Department History
The City of Cortland has achieved what is believed to be the largest court decision in the history of the Code Enforcement Office, marking a significant milestone in the City's ongoing efforts to address dangerous, neglected, and nuisance properties.