Expansion brings 100% fiber internet to more than 5,400 Ithaca homes and businesses, building on Empire Fiber Internet’s growing investment in the community
ITHACA, N.Y., Aug. 25, 2026 – Empire Fiber Internet, a leading fiber optic internet service provider serving communities across New York and Pennsylvania, today announced the expansion of its 100% fiber network in Ithaca, NY, making service available to more than 700 additional homes and businesses.
The expansion builds on Empire Fiber Internet’s growing presence in Ithaca, bringing the number of homes and businesses passed to more than 5,400. Interested residents and business owners can check their address today and schedule service at empirefiber.com.
“Ithaca deserves internet that works as hard as the people who live and work here,” said Kevin Dickens, CEO of Empire Fiber Internet. “From students and families relying on connectivity for school and work to businesses that depend on our internet to serve customers, fiber delivers the speed and reliability that modern life requires. And just as important, our customers can count on responsive, local support when they need it.”
Empire Fiber Internet delivers a 100% fiber network with symmetrical upload and download speeds, giving customers the capacity they need for today’s increasingly connected homes and businesses. From remote work and online learning to streaming, gaming, smart home and business technology, fiber provides the performance and reliability needed to keep pace with how people use the internet. Customers are supported by a locally staffed 24/7/365 customer support team.
The company is an active member of the Tompkins Chamber and continues to build relationships and investment in the communities it serves.
“Greater access to reliable, high-speed internet is important for Ithaca’s residents, students, non-profits, entrepreneurs and local businesses,” said Peggy Coleman, President & CEO of the Tompkins Chamber. “We’re pleased to see Empire Fiber Internet continue investing in the Ithaca community, adding another reliable service option within Tompkins County.”
Ithaca residents are encouraged to visit empirefiber.com and enter their address to check service availability for their home or business.
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About Empire Fiber Internet
Founded in 1896 with a single telephone line in Prattsburgh, NY, Empire Fiber Internet has grown into a premier fiber internet provider serving homes and businesses across New York and Pennsylvania. Empire Fiber Internet delivers dedicated 100% fiber connections with fast, reliable speeds, no data caps, transparent pricing and internet options ranging from 500 Mbps to 2 Gig. With a focus on outstanding customer service and dependable performance, Empire Fiber Internet provides the speed and reliability customers need for streaming, working, gaming and staying connected. Learn more at empirefiber.com.
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