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Dorothy Jean Swader Magacs, Longtime Ithaca Resident, Dies at 90. Dorothy Jean Swader Magacs, a longtime resident of Ithaca, passed away at age 90 on March 14, 2026, at her home with family and close friends by her side. Originally from Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, she moved to Odessa, New York as a child and became active in local organizations such as church groups and 4-H. Known for her civic engagement and academic achievements, Magacs built her life in Ithaca with her husband John. She is remembered by a wide circle of loved ones from the region. (Source: The Ithaca Voice on Apr 6) Finger Lakes Ithaca, NY Odessa, NY Trumansburg, NY
Tompkins County Begins Curbside Composting Pilot in Ithaca. Tompkins County has introduced a new curbside composting pilot within Ithaca, allowing residents to have food scraps collected directly from their homes. The initiative, which builds on the county's existing food scraps recycling efforts, is funded by a combination of state and county grants totaling $200,000. The one-year pilot aims to reduce landfill waste by diverting organic material for composting. Data gathered during the trial will help determine the future of curbside composting in the area. (Source: The Ithaca Voice on Apr 6) Finger Lakes Ithaca, NY Trumansburg, NY
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Sabres Defeat Blackhawks 5-1 at United Center. Buffalo controlled the game throughout, taking a commanding win over Chicago at the United Center. The Sabres limited the Blackhawks’ offense while consistently building their lead. The game drew a crowd of 17,056. (Source: Townsquare Times on Apr 13) Buffalo Sabres Chicago Blackhawks