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Ithaca: Sanctuary City--July 29, 2010
The immigration debate in Arizona touched Ithaca this week when FOX News' Bill O'Reilly called for the arrest of Mayor Peterson and police chief Ed Vallely. Alderwoman Maria Coles discusses Ithaca's status as a "Sanctuary City".
Albany: Budget Stalemate--July 29, 2010
Albany Times Union Capitol Bureau reporter Rick Karlin says this might be the year New York breaks a record for a late budget.
Vacation Budget Tips--July 29, 2010
CPA Jordan Amin gives us some tips on how to avoid going over-budget when taking a vacation this summer.
TCAT: Budget & Northway Issue--July 29, 2010
TCAT Board of Directors Chairman Frank Proto discusses the 2011 budget and efforts to keep fares where they are now; also the controversy regarding a bus route on the Northway in Cayuga Heights.
Whales in Gulf Coast Spill--July 29, 2010
Cornell's Lab of Ornithology will work with NOAA to look at whale feeding patterns in the wake of the Gulf oil spill. We spoke with Aaron Rice, science director for the Bioacoustics Research Program.
Artists' Market Friday--July 29, 2010
Brett Bossard, exec. director of the Community Arts Partnership, talks about Friday's big event at the Ithaac Farmers' Market.
BJ's Wholesale Club Proposal--July 28, 2010
Dan Veaner, editor of The Lansing Star, discusses the plans for a new BJ's Wholesale Club store at the Shops at Ithaca Mall.
Ithaca School Board--July 28, 2010
Board president Rob Ainslie explains why there will be only 8 members instead of 9 this year, and why the public will have less say in the search for a new superintendent.
Gas Industry Lobbying--July 28, 2010
Susan Lerner, exec. director of Common Cause-NY, talks about the large amount of money being spent by the natural gas industry on lobbying in Albany.
Assembly Minority Leader--July 28, 2010
NY State Assembly Minority Leader Republican Brian Kolb discusses the special session of legislature, a Consitutional Convention, and more.
Childhood Immunizations--July 28, 2010
Karen Bishop, supervising community health nurse for the Tompkins Co. Health Dept., discusses the need for updated vaccinations before school begins.
Cortland Landlord Lawsuit--July 28, 2010
Gerry Ruggiero explains why landlords are suing the city of Cortland over two laws. The landlords say both are unconsititutional.
Impact of Leaked Afgan War Notes--July 27, 2010
CBS News military consultant Jeff McCausland discusses the impact of the top secret documents leaked to a website. He explains the impact it may have on the war effort, and American opinion about the war.
State Testing Standards Change--July 27, 2010
Cortland school superintendent Larry Spring explains why New York is rather suddenly changing testing standards, and how it may impact students locally.
Lawsuit against T-burg Schools--July 27, 2010
Lawyer Ed Kopko represents Rachel Coolbaugh who says Trumansburg schools did not protect her special needs son on the school bus in 2008.
Ash Borer Tree Threat--July 27, 2010
Mark Whitemore, forest entomologist at Cornell's Dept. of Natural Resources, discusses the threat from the EAB (Emerald Ash Borer) and how towns in NY must prepare now for the infestation.
Cornell Southeast Asia Program--July 27, 2010
Thamora Fishel, outreach coordinator for Cornell's Southeast Asia program, discusses the effort to educate more Ithacans and New Yorkers about the countries and cultures in SE Asia.
Preparing for Hydrofracking--July 26, 2010
Ithaca Fire Deputy Chief Tom Parsons talks about a recent trip Haz-Mat team members made to Lycoming County, PA. He says Tompkins Co. must prepare now for gas drilling.
Cornell Bridges & Construction--July 26, 2010
Cornell spokesman Simeon Moss discusses a change in bridge fencing forthcoming, and an update on construction and the "Reimagining Cornell" campaign.
Community Cooperation Op-ed--July 26, 2010
Ithaca alderman Eddie Rooker talks an opinion piece about community and racial relations in the wake of recent news. The piece was authored by Rooker, Syvante Myrick, and Nate Shinagawa.
ADA Anniversary--July 26, 2010
Wendy Strobel, from Cornell's ADA Center, talks about the 20th anniversary of the signing of the American with Disabilities Act.
Summertime Bug Bites--July 26, 2010
Cayuga Medical Center Dr. Aaron Garber discusses bee stings, ticks, Lyme disease, and more summertime hazards.
Narcissists at Work--July 26, 2010
Jack Goncalo, professor in Cornell's ILR school, talks about a new study to be published soon about narcissists at work.
Sage Conversations--July 25, 2010
Good Growing--July 24, 2010
Ithaca Public Education Initiative--July 24, 2010
David Shoemaker, Chair of the IPEI PR Committee, talks about the organization, it's new website, and summer events.
4H Youth Fair--July 24, 2010
Coordinator for the 4H Youth Fair, Brenda Carpenter, details the upcoming event.
Pet Patrol--July 24, 2010
Pet Patrol with Abigail Smith, Executive Director of the SPCA of Tompkins County.
Lehigh Valley House Closing--July 23, 2010
Owner Joe Ciaschi plans to close the restaurant portion of the historic West End location tonight. He spoke with us about the decision, and the history of the eatery.
Ithaca Free Clinic Relocation--July 23, 2010
Bethany Schroeder is executive director of the Ithaca Health Alliance and the Ithaca Free Clinic. They will be moving in the fall.
Physics Teacher Shortage--July 23, 2010
Julie Nucci, director of the Cornell Institute for Physics Teachers, discusses the brain drain of both educators and students in the field of science.
ADA 20th Anniversary--July 23, 2010
The signing of the Americans with Diasbilities Act happened on July 26, 1990. The Finger Lakes Independence Center will hold an open house on Monday, we spoke with exec. director Lenore Schwager.
"Inception" Review--July 23, 2010
Ithaca Journal film critic Beth Saulnier reviews "Inception" and lets us know whats opening at the movies this weekend.
Wegmans Cooking--July 23, 2010
Renee Senne, chef at the Ithaca Wegmans, talks about grilling and cooking classes.
Rewards Programs: Do They Work?--July 22, 2010
Ithaca College consumer psychologist Michael McCall talks about his study of consumer rewards program. He says many do not provide the benefits merchants hope to get from loyal customers.
Government Consolidation--July 22, 2010
Wade Beltramo, general counsel for the NY Conference of Mayors, will speak in Cortland tonight about ways to restructure local municipalities.
Dryden Town Zoning--July 22, 2010
Chair of the Dryden Planning Board Joe Lalley discusses the proposed zoning changes and tonight's public information meeting.
Grassroots Security--July 22, 2010
Trumansburg Police Chief Tom Ferretti talks about the Grassroots traffic, security, and parking--as the music festival gets underway today.
Weekend Arts--July 22, 2010
Brett Bossard, exec. director of the Community Arts Partnership, previews the weekend in arts and entertainment.
Illicit Drug Sales & Use--July 21, 2010
In a special interview with WHCU, New York State Police Lt. Patrick Garey discusses the distribution, sale, and use of illegal street drugs in Tompkins Co. and surrounding areas.
Richard Hanna--July 21, 2010
Richard Hanna is the Republican candidate for the 24th Congressional district in NY. He talks about financial reform, unemployment, and the race against Rep. Arcuri.
Robertson on Hyrdofracking--July 21, 2010
Tompkins Co. legilsative chair Martha Robertson was in Albany at a rally to push for a moratorium on hydrofracking in NY. She discusses the visit, and her views on the issue.
Cortland Housing Issues--July 21, 2010
Cortland mayor Susan Feiszli discusses a proposed moratorium on housing expansion in the city so new regulations can be worked on over the winter.
"Penelope, of Ithaca"--July 21, 2010
NYC-based playwright and author Kenny Finkle discusses the play "Penelope, of Ithaca" at the Hangar Theatre this week.
Congressman Michael Arcuri--July 20, 2010
Rep. Michael Arcuri (D-NY 24) discusses the Wall St. reform bill, unemployment benefits, hydrofracking, and the national interest in his race for re-election.
Grassroots "Sticker Shock"--July 20, 2010
A campaign to reduce underage drinking and drug use at the Grassroots music festival. Nancy Zahler, coordinator for the Community Coalition of Healthy Youth, tells us what is being done.
Cortland County DA Mark Suben--July 20, 2010
Cortland County district attorney Mark Suben dicusses recent court case resolutions and new drunk driving laws.
Medical Marijuana in NY?--July 20, 2010
Marijuana advocate Ithacan Ann Druyan discusses the effort in NY state to make pot smoking legal for medicinal purposes.
Bicycle Benefits--July 20, 2010
A new program help to promote bike riding, it's called Bicycle Benefits. We spoke with the founder Ian Klepetar.
Tompkins Co. Public Library--July 20, 2010
Susan Currie, director of the Tompkins County Public Library, talks about the true equity of a community center like the library.
Midterm Elections--July 19, 2010
Cortland State political science professor Bob Spitzer talks about this November's midterm elections.
Tompkins Co. Health Dept. Moves--July 19, 2010
Brenda Grinnell Crosby talks about the county health department's move from the Biggs buildings on West Hill to the new location near the airport.
Soccer Injuries--July 19, 2010
Dr. Jake Veigel from Cayuga Medical Center discusses soccer injuries and their prevention.
Financial Reform--July 19, 2010
Cornell professor of law Robert Hockett shares his thoughts on the financial reform bill soon to be made law by President Obama.
CUVEE: A Wine Experience--July 19, 2010
Cornell University viticulturist Dr. Alan Lakso tells us about CUVEE (koo-VAY); a week-long education program focused on all aspects of the wine business.
Ithaca Road Work--July 19, 2010
City engineer Tim Logue explains why there is so much work being down right now near downtown Ithaca. He gives us the timetable on other construction projects.
Sage Conversations--July 18, 2010
Good Growing--July 17, 2010
Portable Ultrasound Device--July 17, 2010
Cornell PHD candidate George Lewis talks about his invention of a portable ultrasound device that's turning heads in the medical world.
Pamela Glasner "Finding Emmaus"--July 17, 2010
Author Pamela Glasner talks about her book "Finding Emmaus". She'll be at Ithaca's Barnes & Noble at 2:00 Saturday.
Pet Patrol--July 17, 2010
Pet Patrol with Abigail Smith, Executive Director of the SPCA of Tompkins County.
Siena Poll: NY Voters Unhappy--July 16, 2010
Steve Greenberg with Siena Research Institute talks about the latest poll where New Yorkers give the state legislature a failing grade.
Budget Town Meeting--July 16, 2010
Tompkins Co. lawmaker Pam Mackesey discusses last night's poorly attended town hall meeting on the 2011 proposed budget.
Legislative Redistricting--July 16, 2010
Tompkins Co. lawmaker Mike Lane discusses the county's plan for reviewing redistricting after results of the 2010 Census arrive.
INHS since 1990--July 16, 2010
Executive director of Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services, Paul Mazzarella, has been on the job for 20 years. He talks about the changes for INHS over the past two decades.
At The Movies--July 16, 2010
Ithaca Journal film critic Beth Saulnier talks about her review of "Micmac" and what is opening this weekend.
Perfect Picnic Idea--July 16, 2010
Wegmans executive chef Mike Washburn has some picnic suggestions and other summertime ideas for cooking.
Suicide & Bridge Fencing--July 15, 2010
This special podcast includes emotional testimony from a suicide survivor, then our interview with Susan Murphy, Cornell VP of Student/Acadmic Services about bridge fencing.
Mayor: Bridge Fencing--July 15, 2010
Ithaca mayor Carolyn Peterson talks about the emergency fencing on area bridges; and also discusses the resolution condemning the arson attack on Sgt. Bangs home last weekend.
Hydrofracking: Schools & Health--July 15, 2010
Dr. Theodore Them from Guthrie Clinic in Sayre, PA discusses the social impacts of hydrofracking and the influx of people on schools and health services.
Birds & BP Oil Spill--July 15, 2010
Marc Dantzker, leader of the Cornell Lab or Ornithology research team, joins us from Louisana with bad news about oil at a major Gulf breeding site for birds.
Downtown Cortland--July 15, 2010
Adam Megivern talks about the sidewalk sale, Main St. music series, and getting ready for the Jets in downtown Cortland.
Weekend Arts--July 15, 2010
Brett Bossard, exec. director of the Community Arts Partnership, talks about the weekend's offerings in theater, music, and visual arts.
CLOC on Bangs' Home Arson--July 14, 2010
Gino Bush, a member of CLOC--Community Leaders of Color--discusses the arson at Ithaca police Sgt. Bryan Bangs' home last weekend.
Hank & Mark: Debate Politics--June 14, 2010
Our monthly debate on politics with Democrat Hank Dullea and Republican Mark Finkelstein. Topics: economy, unemployment, mid-term elections, and NY's legislature.
George Steinbrenner--July 14, 2010
CBS News correspondent and big baseball fan Peter King talks about the death of George Steinbrenner and "The Boss'" impact on the New York Yankees.
Hotel Ithaca & Downtown--July 14, 2010
Downtown Ithaca Alliance executive director Gary Ferguson updates us on the Hotel Ithaca project and new stores in and around the Commons.
Not Enough Sleep--July 14, 2010
Cornell sleep expert, professor and author Jim Maas talks to us about his community lecture about the lack of sleep and the impact on our health.
Mayor on Arson Attack--July 13, 2010
Ithaca mayor Carolyn Peterson talks about the arson attack on Sgt. Bryan Bangs' home this weekend, and the impact it is having on the community.
Gorge Safety & Rescues--July 13, 2010
Ithaca Fire Dept. deputy chief Tom Parsons explains why the gorges can be dangerous and the impact a rescue has on the department and taxpayers.
Watermusic on the Inlet--July 13, 2010
Rick Manning tells us about an impromptu music event happening Thursday night along the Cayuga Inlet in Ithaca.
Cultural Competence--July 13, 2010
Jaydn McCune and Elisa Kaplan from Franziska Racker Center talk about the Lighthouse and Possibilities programs which work closely with TST BOCES and Cornell University.
Mohlenhoff: Supicious Fire; New Store--July 12, 2010
Ithaca 5th ward alderwoman Deb Mohlenhoff discusses this weekend's suspicious fire at the home of IPD Sgt. Bryan Bangs; and the 'Neighborhood Pride' store replacing the closed P&C on Hancock Street.
Gay Marriage Decision--July 12, 2010
A federal judge in Boston rejected the federal Defense of Marriage Act last week. We spoke about the decision with Ross Levi, exec. director of the Empire State Pride Agenda.
Green Party Gubernatorial Cand.--July 12, 2010
Howie Hawkins is running for Governor of New York on the Green Party line. He says the state needs to have a more progressive tax structure to get it out of debt.
South Hill Contamination--July 12, 2010
Ken Deschere, resident of Ithaca's South Hill and webmaster of ithaca-SHIP.org, discusses the DEC's plan for contamination clean-up.
Island Health & Fitness--July 12, 2010
Kevin Brady, director of communications at Island Health and Fitness talks about the facility in this week's "To Your Health" segment from Cayuga Medical Center.
Sage Conversations--July 11, 2010
Good Growing--July 10, 2010
IC Grad Films "Good Fortune"--July 10 , 2010
Ithaca College alumni Jeremy Levine '06 talk about "Good Fortune", an award winning film he produced about a foreign aid project that he says underminds the Kenyan community it aims to help.
Scottish Games & Celtic Festival--July 10 , 2010
Scottish Games & Celtic Festival organizer Mary Bishop details the Ithaca event.
Pet Patrol--July 10, 2010
Pet Patrol with Abigail Smith, Executive Director of the SPCA of Tompkins County.
Tom Reynolds--(R) Assembly Candidate--July 9, 2010
Republican assembly candidate Tom Reynolds reacts to the late state budget and this year's legislative session.
LeBron James--July 9, 2010
Ithaca College professor of sports management and media Stephen Mosher discusses the LeBron James "selection show" on ESPN last night.
Dragon Boat Festival--July 9, 2010
Co-founder of this weekend's festival, Siv Samchanhmavong discusses the event and its connection to the Scottish Games.
Wegman's Summer Relief--July 9, 2010
Ithaca Wegmans executive chef Mike Washburn discusses cool ways to beat the heat.
At The Movies--July 9, 2010
Ithaca Journal film critic Beth Saulnier discusses what's opening and what's the best movies to see this weekend.
Extreme Heat & Elderly--June 8, 2010
Tompkins Co. office for the aging executive director Lisa Holmes discusses the ongoing heat wave and the impact on senior citizens.
Cortlandville Super Wal-Mart--July 8, 2010
Cortlandville town supervisor Dick Tupper says the new Wal-Mart superstore is moving along well, and may end up being the largest in New York state.
Ithaca Mayor Peterson--July 8, 2010
Mayor Carolyn Peterson discusses allegations of police misconduct levied by an individual at the council meeting; and rezoning of residential areas.
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