Maddy Vogel

Tompkins County Facing an Estimated $11 Million Budget Deficit Tompkins County is facing “significant fiscal challenges” and will have to address an $11 million budget deficit as revenues decline and costs of services continue to rise, county officials said

Cayuga's Crisis: Harmful Algal Blooms Threaten More Than Just Water Quality The clear blue, glistening waters of Cayuga Lake were just steps away from Lee Goodale’s King Ferry home when he purchased the property in 2002. But two decades later, his

Maddy Vogel Becomes Youngest Managing Editor in Ithaca Times History Editor's Note: This is the second of a series of pieces that will introduce the public to the people who keep the Ithaca Times running after more than half a

Ithaca Seeks Balance Among Services, Staffing, and Growing Tax Burden in Early Budget Talks City of Ithaca officials are looking at preliminary factors to consider in their 2026 budget, anticipating presenting a “maintenance of effort budget” that continues current city services and staffing while

Some exciting personal news!

After a year as the paper’s reporter, I’ve accepted the position of Managing Editor with the Ithaca Times.

I’m ready to see what this next chapter will bring and grateful to be continuing my reporting in Ithaca. Reach out at [email protected]