Collegetown businesses are scrambling to stay afloat, as statewide regulations restrict them to takeout-only operations to reduce the coronavirus’ spread.
City
Trader Joe’s To Drop Anchor in Ithaca
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Trader Joe’s — the famous California-based grocery chain — confirmed plans to open a storefront in Ithaca. The store has yet to announce an opening date.
Collegetown Bagels
Collegetown Bagels Opens ‘Pay What You Can’ Community Kitchen to Provide Food During COVID-19 Pandemic
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A Collegetown staple is transitioning to provide food for the community with a “pay what you can” system, takeout only services and an option for patrons to “pay it forward” by purchasing meals for those in need.
Homeless
Ithaca Homeless Shelters Find Ways to Serve Community Amidst Pandemic
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While COVID-19 poses unique challenges to all of Ithaca, St. John’s Community Services and the Tompkins Department of Social Services remain committed to helping the city’s homeless population.
coronavirus
Collegetown Mango Mango Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19
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A Mango Mango employee tested positive for COVID-19, and is the first food worker in Ithaca who has tested positive for the virus, according to the Tompkins County Health Department.
Crime
Three Arrested in Connection to South Avenue Stabbing
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After the stabbing of a Cornell graduate student on Sunday, Ithaca police arrested three suspects.
Crime
Cornell Student Stabbed in Attempted Robbery at South and West Avenue Intersection
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A Cornell student was stabbed in an attempted robbery on the intersection of South Avenue and West Avenue on Sunday evening.
collegetown
Myrick ’09 Calls for Rent Freeze as COVID-19 Outbreak Affects Renters, Collegetown Landlords
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As Cornell’s shift to online classes and students’ departure from Ithaca continues to impact the local economy, Ithaca mayor Svante Myrick ’09 called for a rent and mortgage freeze on Thursday.
coronavirus
Restaurants Limited to Takeout Food Only, Casinos, Gyms, Theaters Shut Down Across New York State
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With COVID-19 cases on the rise, restaurants have been restricted to takeout only in New York, Connecticut and New Jersey. Casinos, gyms and theaters have been shut down, and gatherings of over 50 have been banned.
City
Tompkins County Jail Suspends Inmate Visitation
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Tompkins County Jail has suspended inmate visitations to prevent the spread of COVID-19, among other measures. Administrative Offices of the Sheriff have also been closed indefinitely.
coronavirus
N.Y. Judge Bans Evictions Statewide, Local Activists Push Protections for Renters and Workers Against COVID-19 Induced Financial Woes
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In response to the COVID-19 concerns, Judge Lawrence Malks has enacted an indefinite statewide ban on evictions proceedings. The Ithaca Tenants Union and Tompkins County Workers Center are continuing to work for renters’ rights.