City kicks off Commons rebuild project

By Noreyana Fernando, Assistant News Editor • April 10, 2013

Nearly 100 people gathered Monday on The Commons for a celebration that officially marked the launch of the much-awaited Ithaca Commons redesign project.

Video: Ithaca’s third annual Chowder Cook-Off

By Tiffany Ruff • December 12, 2012

Residents gather for a fun day of chowder tasting on The Commons.

Local farmers deliver at Apple Fest despite poor harvest season

By Karly PlacekLauren Mazzo, Staff Writers • October 1, 2012

Despite a year of difficult harvests, the 30th Annual Downtown Ithaca Apple Harvest Festival brought in large crowds this weekend.

Chili festival keeps it local

By Shawn Steiner, Assistant Photo Editor • February 21, 2012

Amid a mild winter, thousands of locals and tourists flocked to The Commons yesterday for the Great Chili Cook-off of 2012 to eat a seasonal favorite and support local businesses.