Cortland, New York: Is It a Good Place to Live?

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Around town this week

Fresh from local news covering Cortland and the surrounding area.

Cortland officials confirmed a confirmed tornado touched down in Cortland County, with storms causing severe damage and leaving more than 5,000 customers without power. The DEC broke ground on a major renewable energy upgrade at the Cortland Office, while SUNY Cortland Childcare Center is now closed following alleged abuse.

Curated by TinyLocalAdventure from local news sources · Updated June 23, 2026 · AI-assisted summary. Headlines below link to the original reporting.

DEC Breaks Ground on Major Renewable Energy Upgrade at Cortland Office - X101 Always Classic - WXHC.comCortland New York News · Jun 22 Storm cleanup continues across region as NWS confirms tornado touchdowns in Cortland, Yates counties - Spectrum NewsCortland New York News · Jun 19 EF-0 tornado touched down during Cortland County storm, National Weather Service confirms - WSYRCortland New York News · Jun 19 Confirmed tornado touched down in Cortland County, storms leave severe damage - WBNGCortland New York News · Jun 19 More than 5,000 customers without power in Cortland County as storm takes down wires and trees - Syracuse.comCortland New York News · Jun 18 SUNY Cortland Childcare Center now closed following alleged abuse - Spectrum NewsCortland New York News · Jun 18

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What is there to do in Cortland?

Cortland has 0 parks and green spaces, 0 places to eat, and landmarks like local landmarks. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

Where should I park in Cortland?

Most of Cortland is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

How do I get to Cortland?

Cortland sits in Cortland, New York, reachable by car or by the local trails for cyclists.

Can I see homes for sale in Cortland?

Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Cortland, and can connect you with a local agent.

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