Nov
24
2008
Cortland Native Becomes Nations First Female Four Star General (Reported by CNN 11/14/08)
This is not breaking news, however I feel it is important to post. General Ann E. Dunwoody has put Cortland on the national news scene. All Seven Valley residents should be very proud.
(Read the original story here.)
Many individuals and families have contacted Gen. Dunwoody to say her achievement is “a beacon of hope for their own daughters,” she said. General Dunwoody finished her speech saying, “For me today is all about two simple words: thank you.”
The following is footage of the promotion ceremony and Gen. Dunwoody’s speech. The video is provided by the Associated Press via YouTube.
“For me today is all about two simple words: thank you.”
-CJC
Nov
24
2008
TC3 to Receive Facility Upgrade
Photo Courtesy TC3.edu
County Approves TC3 Electrical Project (Reported in the Ithaca Journal)
The college will also pursue emergency funding from SUNY as a result of a 2007 explosion.
(Read the original story here)
Freeville Resident Gives Keynote Address (Reported in the Ithaca Journal)
Ask Amy columnist Amy Dickinson spoke of her support for Family and Children Services at the kick-off of FCS Ithaca’s capital campaign.
(Read the original story here)
‘Christmas in Cincinnatus’ Kicks off December 5th (Reported in the Scotsman Pennysaver)
The Weekend of festivities will include food, performances and a visit from St. Nick.
(Read the original story here)
Students Offer Ideas for New Cortlandville Museum (Reported in the Cortland Standard)
Living History Museum may include Brockway truck simulator and replica of Erie Canal lock.
(Read the original story here. )
-CJC
