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New state park opens on Cayuga Lake, expanding access to scenic Finger Lakes shoreline
A new 90-acre state park is now open along the western shore of Cayuga Lake, offering public access to trails, shoreline, and nature observation in the Finger Lakes. Once a private Boy Scout camp, the ... more
Ulysses, Trumansburg push NYSEG reform after audit
Local leaders are backing major reforms at NYSEG following a critical audit by New York’s Public Service Commission. The report outlines 128 recommendations to improve transparency, billing practices, and customer service. Officials from Ulysses and ... more
Ulysses OKs state-backed culvert project on Maplewood Road
The town of Ulysses has approved a state-funded project to replace the Maplewood Road culvert, according to Tompkins Weekly. The BridgeNY grant will reimburse up to 90% of the $895,500 project, aimed at improving water ... more
Chip sealing underway today in Town of Ulysses
Chip sealing will begin at 7 a.m. today on several roads in the Town of Ulysses. The Tompkins County Highway Department is resurfacing Dubois, Krums Corners, Willow Creek, and Kraft Roads, with one lane of ... more
Ulysses Weighs Land Gift for First Public Park
A proposal to accept donated land for Ulysses’ first public park has received strong community support, with 76 letters in favor and only eight opposed, according to town officials. At an April 8 public hearing, ... more
Ulysses eyes first public park with land donation
The Town of Ulysses is moving forward with plans for its first public park after receiving a 15-acre land donation offer from Marvin and Allison Pritts, according to town officials. A prior attempt in 2023 ... more
Tom Knipe announces run for Ulysses Town Board
Local planning and economic development professional Tom Knipe is running in the June 24 Democratic primary for Ulysses Town Board, citing his commitment to the community and extensive experience in public service. With 14 years ... more
Ulysses awarded $520K for infrastructure improvement
The town of Ulysses is set to receive over $520,000 from New York State’s Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation to replace an aging culvert on Garrett Road. The funding is part of a ... more
Finger Lakes Land Trust secures land for Black Diamond Trail improvements
The Finger Lakes Land Trust has acquired 23 acres of land in the town of Ulysses, Tompkins County, providing a valuable enhancement to the Black Diamond Trail. The property, purchased from the Cayuga Nature Center, ... more
Trumansburg man violates court order, leads deputies on pursuit
On March 4 deputies were called to a property on Trumansburg Road in Ulysses due to a trespassing complaint. The investigation revealed Nicholas J. Apgar, 37, from Trumansburg had violated a protective order but fled ... more
Pennsylvania man sentenced to 25 years in prison for Tompkins County rape
In a recent court ruling, Edwin Garcia, a 66-year-old man from Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to 25 years in state prison following his guilty plea to first-degree rape. Garcia admitted to the crime, which involved ... more
Ulysses town voters reject proposition for recreational property purchase
In a special election held on Wednesday, residents of the Town of Ulysses voted against a proposition that sought to authorize the purchase of land for recreational purposes using American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) funds ... more
Special election today in Ulysses: What’s on the ballot?
Residents of the Town of Ulysses, including those in the Village of Trumansburg, are set to participate in a special election on Wednesday. The election will decide on a proposition to use American Recovery Plan ... more
Route 96 between Ithaca and Trumansburg will remain closed: How much longer?
Route 96, a critical thoroughfare between Ithaca and Trumansburg, remains closed due to culvert work near Perry City Road. Originally scheduled for approximately 30 days, the project's completion date has faced subsequent delays. Signage recently ... more
State Route 96 in Ulysses will be closed for 30 days, state says
A major route in Tompkins County is set to shut down for nearly a month. The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) announced the closure of State Route 96 (Trumansburg Road) between Van Dorn ... more
Climbers stranded at Taughannock Gorge rescued in nighttime operation
Emergency responders swiftly acted Monday night after receiving a call at approximately 9:15 p.m. concerning two climbers stranded on the steep terrain of the gorge in Taughannock Falls State Park. According to first responders, the ... more
Larger women’s rehabilitation facility proposed in Ulysses
Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services (CARS) has revived plans to establish a women's rehabilitation facility in Ulysses, following interruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic. The Ithaca Voice reports, a 9,270 square-foot building with 25 beds was proposed ... more
Bicyclist suffers serious head, face injuries near Taughannock Falls State Park
A 56-year-old Florida man sustained severe head and facial injuries while bicycling near Taughannock Falls State Park in the Town of Ulysses, as reported by New York State Police. The man, whose bicycle flipped after ... more
Inn at Taughannock proposes massive expansion in Ulysses
In a bold move to increase their physical presence and meet growing demand, owners of the Inn at Taughannock presented a proposal to the town of Ulysses Planning Board for a major expansion project. The ... more
