News across Greater Ithaca

‘Primetime’ keeps audiences hooked with its gritty and immersive storytelling
In 2004, the series premiere of “To Catch a Predator” aired on Dateline NBC, and 22 years later came “Primetime,” directed by Lance Oppenheim. The film is his first narrative feature film and a strong start to his film career. “Primetime” was released in theaters Sept. 25 and…

‘Forgotten Island’ is a visually inspiring exploration of friendship and mythology
“Forgotten Island” is another DreamWorks movie that further proves animation is one of the most innovative and exciting genres in film right now. Despite dragging somewhat in the middle and introducing a few too many notable side characters, it is not worth skipping DreamWorks’…

Amid a long-simmering financial meltdown, The Ithaca Times is being evicted
When Jim Bilinski, former founder and publisher of The Ithaca Times, transitioned ownership of the paper to a nonprofit in 2025, the news was met with fanfare. “A new chapter […]

Women’s soccer’s winless rut continues in 3-1 loss
The Ithaca College women’s soccer team fell 1-3 to the William Smith College Herons on Sept. 30 at Carp Wood Field. During the Bombers’ longest homestand of the season, they are yet to find the win column in five matches, going 0-2-3.

‘Heart of the Beast’ touches hearts and heals all wounds
Perseverance, pain and pack are the three words to describe the film “Heart of the Beast.” Cameron Alexander’s first feature-length film produced for the big screen stars Brad Pitt as James Belmont, a retired command sergeant major in the United States Army Special Forces, and…

On The Pod: The Apple Fest Episode
Host Jordan Costolo stands around at Ithaca’s local Apple Harvest Festival and talks to local Ithaca residents about bee stings, local bands and many more topics in this event episode.

“Mow Less. Grow More” Brings Biodiversity to Ithaca College
Across Ithaca College's campus, some of the grassy areas are getting a little wilder. Areas that were once regularly mowed are now allowed to grow as part of the college's “Mow Less. Grow More” initiative that aims to create more biodiverse campus landscapes.

Cornell Student Assembly demands change, passes resolutions following rape allegations
Note: This story includes explicit language and describes a violent act of sexual assault and may not be suitable for all readers. If you or someone you know has experienced […]
Sewer Installation for New Buffalo St Pump Station
Beginning Sunday 10/4 at 6pm N Meadow St will be narrowed to one lane to accommodate sanitary sewer installation. Work will occur overnight, and will last approximately 5 days. Please read on for more details and local impacts...

Hochul has ‘lost faith’ in Tompkins DA to investigate alleged Cornell rape
Note: This story includes explicit language and describes a violent act of sexual assault and may not be suitable for all readers. If you or someone you know has experienced […]

Editorial: Leaving space for native plants and pollinators supports campus ecosystems
Ithaca College’s “Mow Less. Grow More” initiative supports reducing manicured landscaping in order to preserve areas for pollinators. By allowing more plants and grasses to grow, the college creates habitats for native wildlife.

Teen stabs teen at Walmart, IPD says
A 17-year-old was hospitalized after sustaining a stab wound in the chest at the Ithaca Walmart location, police said. Police arrested a second teen, 18-year-old Samuel A. Rodriguez of Ithaca, […]