Ahead of the Nov. 4 general election, learn more about candidates for the City of Ithaca's Common Council and the Tompkins County Legislature
After the primary elections in June, only one race for the City of Ithaca’s Common Council is left without a clear front-runner. This is the 5th Ward race between Democrat Hannah Shvets, junior at the Cornell University School of Industrial and Labor Relations, and independent G.P. Zurenda, a psychotherapist and consultant.
Ahead of the general election in November 2024, Ithaca College students, faculty and staff, along with support from community organizations, formed a Voter Registration Task Force to encourage voter engagement among students. This year, however, is considered an “off-year.”
Residents of Ithaca have expressed concern and disagreement over Rep. Josh Riley’s (D) support for Israel amid Israel’s genocide of Palestinians in the Israel-Hamas war.
New York state will vote Nov. 4 on Proposal One, a proposal for a constitutional amendment to permit ski trails at the Mount Van Hoevenberg Olympic Sports Complex on up to 323 acres of Adirondack Forest Preserve and to accommodate global competitions, training and events in Lake Placid.
Ithaca College administrators provided updates on enrollment, academic program development, finances and philanthropy during the Oct. 21 State of the College meeting in Emerson Suites.
The Ithaca College men’s soccer team drew 0-0 against the Clarkson University Golden Knights on Oct. 25 at Carp Wood Field. A late goal for the Bombers was ruled out for offside with less than 10 minutes to play. With only one game remaining and five points tallied in-conference play, it is no longer possible for the Bombers to reach the Liberty League playoffs.
“Regretting You,” based on the bestselling romance novel by Colleen Hoover, arrived in theaters Oct. 24 to the anticipation of many of Hoover’s fans.
Ithaca locals comment on issues stemming from infrastructure and housing costs, to learning more about the election.
