Archive: Around Town

Scenic Lansing - Jonas Falls is Opened to the Public

: By Dan Veaner; Around Town; | Nov 1, 2013 |

My wife likes to tell people that my idea of camping is Motel 6. She's not wrong. I like to look at nature through windows from the safety of indoors, but actually being in it is just not my thing. So it was with some trepidation that I decided to hike Lansing's newest public trail to view Emilie Jonas Falls. I wanted to commit this (for me) unnatural act because the Lansing Pathways Committee had done such an amazing job on the Lansing Center Trail -- and not just the trail itself, but signage, brochures, historical information, maps and maintenance. So I was excited to brave the wild to see for myself what they had done to create this new trail.

The experience turned out to be magnificent enough to make a hiker out of me. Well, that's never going to happen, but the nature path is an outstanding glimpse into one of the hidden natural areas that are sprinkled bountifully around Lansing. Lansing Pathways Committee member Roger Hopkins drove me to the site and was kind enough to loan me a set of hiking spikes and a light weight aluminum walking stick. We were joined by Committee Chair Maureen Cowan, committee member Sue Ruoff and her husband Steve, and John Young, who, along with Leonard Moore, Susan Barnett, Jim and Julie Young and Ramona Cornell granted easements on their properties to allow a public trail to exist on what is entirely private land.

SPCA Pet of the Week - Roman

: Around Town; | Nov 1, 2013 |

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Even though they say I'm ten years old, I certainly act like a dog half my age! I'm always ready to romp around the play yard or go for a long walk through the field. My previous owner, whom I had lived with for most of my life, sadly had to surrender me because he was moving and couldn't bring me along. I'm used to being left alone in the home for up to eight hours, and I don't make a mess in the house when you're gone. I've also lived with middle-school aged children and should be fine with older kids in my new home. I'm eager to get back in a home again and share my golden years with a loving forever person... could that lucky person be you? Spend some time with me today!

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United Way of Tompkins County Announces Relationship Managers

: By Carmela LoRusso; Around Town; | Nov 1, 2013 |

United Way of Tompkins County announced that Alison H. Twang and Toni Sacco have been hired as relationship managers. Alison and Toni join Tom Connors, who was recently promoted, and complete the newly formed cross-functional relationship team.

Toni and Tom will focus primarily on resource development. Alison’s core responsibilities will be in the areas of community investment and programs. Each manager will work across functional lines. James Brown, UWTC President noted, “When Ann Colt and Samantha Smith ended their employment in July, UWTC lost two key contributors. Alison and Toni bring skill sets and experiences that will ensure operational effectiveness is maintained and over time organizational capacity will be expanded.”

IPEI Grant Funds Digital Books for ICSD Libraries

: By Heather Zimar; Around Town; | Nov 1, 2013 |

Ithaca City School District (ICSD) middle and high school students will have access to 23 new digital audiobooks this year, thanks to support from the Phyllis B. Brodhead Library Media Technology Grant, managed by the Ithaca Public Education Initiative (IPEI). The grant, which is designed to help library media centers keep current with technological advances, will fund materials by Catalist Digital Audiobooks for ICSD libraries.

“Audiobooks are a viable alternative to the traditional method of reading, giving students across the academic spectrum the opportunity to access and enjoy the benefits of the printed word,” said Annarose Foley, teacher-librarian at Boynton Middle School.

Domestic Violence Alerts Save Lives

: By -Staff; Around Town; | Nov 1, 2013 |

State Senator Mike Nozzolio is recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and is encouraging victims of domestic violence to register to receive life saving alerts through the Statewide Automated Victim Information and Notification Network (SAVIN).

“Domestic violence is a tragic crime that crosses all ethnic, age, religious and socioeconomic boundaries. Every year, more than six million women are abused - more than 192,000 in New York State alone,” said Nozzolio. “That is why I am working aggressively to help protect victims of domestic violence by making them aware of the life saving SAVIN alert system.”

Water Monitoring Leader Receives Award

: By Hilary Lambert; Around Town; | Nov 1, 2013 |

Ashley BenningOn October 12, the third Sunset Dinner on Cayuga was enjoyed by all in the beautiful dining hall at Wells College on Cayuga Lake’s east shore in the picturesque village of Aurora. 'Sunset' is a dinner-dance fundraiser for the Cayuga Lake Watershed Network, a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating about and protecting Cayuga Lake and its creeks, lands and communities. Many old and new friends of the Network came to enjoy the evening of delicious food, local wines, silent auction, music, dancing, and award presentations.

Two awards were presented during the evening, one to a well-established leader in protecting the Cayuga Lake watershed, and one to an emerging watershed leader.

SPCA Supporter Flies Dog To Breed Rescue In NH

: By Maggie Thomas; Around Town; | Nov 1, 2013 |

Gerda, an 8 year old Doberman Pinscher, was surrendered to the SPCA of Tompkins County when her guardian became ill and was no longer able to care for her.

Gerda struggled with adjusting to life at the SPCA, reports Jim Bouderau, executive director: “Gerda is a big dog, weighing in at 72 pounds. She is not accustomed to meeting new people and she is uncomfortable with handling. You can imagine how hard it was going to be for us to find her a new home!”

SPCA Pet of the Week - Cadence

: Around Town; | Oct 25, 2013 |

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Hi! My name is Cadence, and I'm the cutest little black kitten that you'll ever meet. I was quite shy when I first came in as a stray, but with the help of our wonderful annex staff (and LOTS of cheese), I've really come out of my shell! Now I love to watch all the people go by, and I'll meow to get your attention. I'll even let you hold me if you take things slow. Because of my shy nature, I should go home to a family with older children that will know how to treat me right. With halloween coming up, I could be the purr-fect black kitten for you! Come meet me at the mall annex today!

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Hale and Hearty

: By Jim Evans; Around Town; | Oct 25, 2013 |


	A few years ago, my heart stopped functioning properly. A cardiac artery was blocked, and I felt some strange and scary symptoms. The blockage was relieved with a stent, and the hospital that installed it included a detailed lecture to all such patients. They don’t want to see us again. Heeding that information has kept me healthy, and I want to share what I’ve learned.

I’ve been nattering about food because I love cooking and eating. Besides, eating right can add years to a lifetime. Still, maybe it’s time to consider another potentially life saving practice, wearing medical identification.

You’re probably familiar with medical ID jewelry, such as Medic Alert. A look on line will show that hundreds of companies offer bracelets in gold, silver, stainless steel, leather, holographic plastic, and silicone.

INS Wins National Energy Award

: By Laura Day; Around Town; | Oct 25, 2013 |

Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services (INHS) was honored earlier this month as one of four builders nationally to receive the 2013 U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Challenge Home, Housing Innovation Award. According to the DOE, Challenge Home builders are in the top 1% of builders in the country meeting the extraordinary levels of excellence and quality.

INHS received the award in recognition of the technological innovation incorporated into the design and construction INHS’ Holly Creek Townhomes located in the Town of Ithaca. INHS shares this honor with the Holly Creek development team members – architecture by Claudia Brenner, engineering by T.G. Miller, landscape design by TWLA, and Avalon Homes, responsible for the construction of the townhomes.

Recycling and Solid Waste Center Has New Website

: By Geoff Dunn; Around Town; | Oct 25, 2013 |

The Tompkins County Solid Waste Division announced the launch of its new website. The upgrades have resulted in a cleaner ‘look’ that is easier to navigate and allows residents to access information and find answers to the most frequently asked questions about services provided at the Recycling and Solid Waste Center.

The site maintains some of its more popular applications, such as a printable version of the Curbside Recycling Guidelines Brochure, the ability to find a resident’s recycling pick-up day, and an on-line sign up form for the Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off events.

Nozzolio Recognized by Farm Bureau

: By -Staff; Around Town; | Oct 25, 2013 |

In recognition of his continued efforts to help New York State farmers grow and create jobs, State Senator Mike Nozzolio has once again been honored by the New York Farm Bureau with its “Circle of Friends” award. The award acknowledges Senator Nozzolio’s aggressive support of New York farmers and agriculture.

Voting Yes For Sewers

: By Marcy E. Rosenkrantz; Around Town; | Oct 25, 2013 |

Dan,

As you know I'm a quilter. Recently, a friend of mine who lives in Lansing and is also a quilter said to me, "What's wrong with the people in Lansing? They don' like sewers?" So I started thinking about that.

You know when the "no sewer" signs first went up around town, I thought it was important that people were exercising their right to free speech. But since the question of sewers (the disposal of waste kind) in town has been removed from consideration by the Town Board and the signs are still up, I've begun to take them all more personally. Recently as I was driving to a Tompkins County Quilters Guild meeting, I counted 15 signs banning sewers--two of them in the mile it takes to get from my house to Rt. 34B.

Art by Roger Hopkins

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