Watkins-Montour Rotary Club Installs Little Free Libraries Across Schuyler County

Watkins-Montour Rotary Club Installs Little Free Libraries Across Schuyler County

The Watkins-Montour Rotary Club has recently placed six Little Free Libraries around Schuyler County inviting everyone to "take one, leave one."

6 hrs 51 mins ago by Max Coven
Chemung County Fair organizers talk new ride vendor

Chemung County Fair organizers talk new ride vendor

After facing some uncertainty, the Chemung County Fair has announced they found a new midway vendor for rides.

9 hrs 51 mins ago by Morrissey Walsh
Young Actress Bunny Baldwin to Shine at Broadway Boot Camp

Young Actress Bunny Baldwin to Shine at Broadway Boot Camp

Sixteen-year-old Bunny Baldwin is making waves in the theatrical world as she gets ready to attend Kristen Chenoweth's prestigious Broadway Bootcamp. Ready to go for a unforgettable trip?

8 hrs 49 mins ago by Max Coven
Car Crashes into His and Hers Hair Salon in Elmira Sunday Afternoon

Car Crashes into His and Hers Hair Salon in Elmira Sunday Afternoon

A car crashed into the His and Hers Hair Salon on West Water Street in Elmira this afternoon. The salon is located in a plaza between Subway and Hollywood Dreams.

8 hrs 51 mins ago by Max Coven
BookFest aims to foster love of reading in kids

BookFest aims to foster love of reading in kids

Families flocked to First Arena on Saturday for BookFest. Organized by the Family Reading Partnership of the Chemung Valley, the goal is to inspire young readers.

May 18th, 7:38 PM EDT by Morrissey Walsh
IPD: Three People Injured & Taken to the Hospital After Crash Involving Motorcycle & Pedestrian

IPD: Three People Injured & Taken to the Hospital After Crash Involving Motorcycle & Pedestrian

The Ithaca Police Department said three people were taken to the hospital after responding to a report of a person who was hit by a motorcycle on Friday, May 17th.

May 18th, 6:37 AM EDT by Linsey Madison
Crash closes part of NY-13 in Ithaca late Friday

Crash closes part of NY-13 in Ithaca late Friday

ITHACA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Part of New York Route 13 is closed as of early Saturday after a crash late Friday night. According to 511NY, the road is closed in both directions between Spencer Rd. and Commercial Ave., as first responders on scene conduct a cras

May 18th, 12:51 AM EDT by Kurt Martone
National Police Week Concludes with Memorial Ceremony Honoring Fallen Officers

National Police Week Concludes with Memorial Ceremony Honoring Fallen Officers

The ninth annual Police Week began to wrap up Friday night in Steuben County with a memorial service that honored the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

May 17th, 10:16 PM EDT by Max Coven
Park Station Prepares to Open for 2024 Season

Park Station Prepares to Open for 2024 Season

The control booth at Park Station, a natural recreation area in Chemung County will open for the season later this month.

May 17th, 8:10 PM EDT by Renata Stiehl
Class of 2024: Migrant Education Program Graduates

Class of 2024: Migrant Education Program Graduates

Migrant students spend childhood following their parents who follow agriculture seasons. MEP gives those students choices for their future.

May 17th, 6:24 PM EDT by Kara Jeffers
US Constructs Floating Pier for Aid Delivery to Gaza as Biden Tries to Balance Support for Israel and Humanitarian Crisis

US Constructs Floating Pier for Aid Delivery to Gaza as Biden Tries to Balance Support for Israel and Humanitarian Crisis

The pier was anchored to a beach in Gaza on Thursday and will be used to funnel aid from various countries into Gaza. With all border crossings into Gaza closed, dozens of trucks are lined up to deliver much-needed assistance into a war-torn Gaza. 

May 17th, 6:24 PM EDT by Brendan Scanland
Sec. Blinken Announces Additional $2 Billion Aid for Ukraine

Sec. Blinken Announces Additional $2 Billion Aid for Ukraine

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Secretary of State Antony Blinken made a surprise visit to Ukraine earlier this week. He announced the US will provide an additional two billion dollars to help Ukraine. The visit by the Secretary was to also boost support for Ukraine a

May 17th, 6:23 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
Tioga County farmer named Eastern PA Young Entrepreneur of the Year

Tioga County farmer named Eastern PA Young Entrepreneur of the Year

Representatives from the Small Business Administration awarded a Tioga County, PA woman with the young entrepreneur award thanks to her innovation of farm fresh products from her family's fifth-generation farm.

May 17th, 6:23 PM EDT by Connor Freidhoff
Healthcare workers cry out for enforcement of staffing law

Healthcare workers cry out for enforcement of staffing law


A number of healthcare workers are feeling frustrated with the Department of Health. That's because they said the state is not enforcing a staffing ratio law that would impact more than 200 hundred hospitals.

May 17th, 6:23 PM EDT by Elise Kline
Volunteers Wanted to Place Flags at Woodlawn National Cemetery for Memorial Day

Volunteers Wanted to Place Flags at Woodlawn National Cemetery for Memorial Day

Volunteers are wanted to help place American flags at the graves of service members buried at Woodlawn National Cemetery in Elmira. Flag placement will begin on Friday, May 24th at 9AM. 

May 17th, 4:31 PM EDT by Renata Stiehl
Pastor in Steuben County sentenced on incest charge

Pastor in Steuben County sentenced on incest charge

Pastor Nathan Cooper of Steuben County was sentenced on Wednesday, May 16th for incest. Cooper was sentenced to 6 months in jail and 10 years of probation.

May 17th, 4:01 PM EDT by Max Coven
Memorial Day Observances, Parades in the Twin Tiers 2024

Memorial Day Observances, Parades in the Twin Tiers 2024

A look at local ceremonies, observances and parades for Memorial Day in the Twin Tiers on Monday, May 27th, 2024.

May 17th, 11:09 AM EDT by Renata Stiehl
Distinguished Service Award Presented to Watkins Glen International

Distinguished Service Award Presented to Watkins Glen International

As the season at Watkins Glen International so does the excitement from the community. The Corning Lions Club presented WGI with a service award to commemorate their 18 years of community work together.

May 16th, 9:35 PM EDT by Max Coven
National Police Week Brings Thousands to DC, Fallen Officers Remembered and Honored

National Police Week Brings Thousands to DC, Fallen Officers Remembered and Honored

This week, law enforcement officers and family members traveled from across the country to attend National Police Week in our nation’s capital. The annual event honors the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice. 

May 16th, 7:07 PM EDT by Brendan Scanland
Harrisburg ‘Ride of Silence’ Honors Cyclists Killed

Harrisburg ‘Ride of Silence’ Honors Cyclists Killed

Sharing the road becomes safer with a little patient. Ghost Bikes remind cyclists and car drivers of their responsibility to safety.

May 16th, 7:06 PM EDT by Kara Jeffers
Schuyler County Sheriff's Office honors Law Enforcement Memorial Day
Schuyler County Sheriff's Office honors Law Enforcement Memorial Day

The Schuyler County Sheriff's Office held their 5th annual Law Enforcement Day Service Wednesday evening. The ceremony was in remembrance of National Peace Officers Memorial Day, which falls on May 15th every year.

Cycle around Watkins Glen International at the first Bike Night
Cycle around Watkins Glen International at the first Bike Night

Buckle your helmets for the first ever bike night at Watkins Glen International. This time locals had the chance to take a lap around the course instead of professional race car drivers.

Over $3 million coming to local police departments in state money
Over $3 million coming to local police departments in state money

ALBANY, N.Y. (WENY) -- Over $3 million in New York State money is coming to 16 local departments for agencies to buy new technology and equipment. According to Gov. Kathy Hochul, a Democrat, the state is giving out $127 million to 378 law enforcement agen

NYSEG & Woodlawn Court Reach Agreement to Avoid Shutoff
NYSEG & Woodlawn Court Reach Agreement to Avoid Shutoff

The shutoff date was May 14th, but as of May 15th, management said it worked out an agreement with NYSEG to keep the lights on.

House Considers Law Enforcement, Border Bills
House Considers Law Enforcement, Border Bills

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In part of the National Police week celebration in Washington, DC, which honors and remembers law enforcement officers who gave their lives on the line of duty, the House is bringing to the floor a series of bills that highlight support

May 15th, 6:26 PM EDT
In Between Therapy; Mental Health Advocates Rally for Recovery Support Services
In Between Therapy; Mental Health Advocates Rally for Recovery Support Services

Advocates rally for ‘recovery oriented system of care’.

Biden Administration to Move Forward with New Arms Deal Days After Pausing Weapons Shipment to Israel
Biden Administration to Move Forward with New Arms Deal Days After Pausing Weapons Shipment to Israel

The Biden administration told key lawmakers they are planning to move forward with a new $1 billion arms deal for Israel, according to Congressional sources. 

Lawmakers call on the Governor to sign a bill to ban CO2 fracking
Lawmakers call on the Governor to sign a bill to ban CO2 fracking

While Governor Kathy Hochul is in Italy for an international climate summit, advocates and lawmakers in Albany call on her to sign a bill to ban a different type of fracking practice that uses carbon dioxide to extract methane.