Posts by Celia Clarke

– Police question “person-of-interest” about Cornell threats – Governor Kathy Hochul announced that New York State police are questioning a person of interest in connecting with the violent and antisemitic online threats made against Cornell University. The threats were made in a forum on the website Greekrant over the weekend. Hochul posted the statement Tuesday…

– Cornell Jewish Center receives threats of violence online – There’s an increased police presence at Cornell’s Center for Jewish Life after threats against the Center and Jewish students were posted online Saturday and Sunday. The Cornell Daily Sun reports the posts included threats of a shooting and other violence against Jewish students. Cornell University…

– Early voting begins on Saturday, state Attorney General announces and election protection hotline – Early voting starts on Saturday, October 28. New York State Attorney General Letitia James has launched an election protection hotline for any voters experiencing problems. There is also a frequently asked questions guide is available to help voters with absentee…

– Despite lawsuit, New Yorkers can still have a say in congressional redistricting – New York residents can give their input about congressional redistricting even though the state Court of Appeals is set to hear arguments in a case about the redistricting commission. The public is invited to submit input by emailing submissions@nyirc.gov or by…

– Broome County gets $6.3 million grant for lead poisoning detection program – The Broome County Health Department has gotten a $6.3 million grant to eliminate lead poisoning hazards. WBNG-TV says the funding is from the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development to address lead paint and other hazards over the next four years.…

– Cornell professor faces backlash and support after comments about Hamas October 7 attack – There’s been a flurry of petitions, letters of support, and condemnation of Cornell history professor Russell Rickford since he spoke at a pro-Palestine rally on October 15. The rally took place on the Ithaca Commons. Supports say his statement was…

– Sludge fertilizer banned by Steuben County town – The town of Thurston in Steuben County has banned the use of sludge or biosolids as fertilizer. WSKG Public Radio reports the town board unanimously voted for the moratorium at its meeting last week. Town officials say they are concerned about the presence of PFAS or…