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.

1 hr 5 mins ago by Max Coven
IPD Searching for Shooting Suspect

IPD Searching for Shooting Suspect

The Ithaca Police Department is asking for the public's help to identify a suspect allegedly involved in a reported shooting.

8 hrs 7 mins ago by Linsey Madison
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.

22 hrs 3 mins ago by Morrissey Walsh
Second annual Steele Pop Expo celebrates pop culture, comics in the area

Second annual Steele Pop Expo celebrates pop culture, comics in the area

A celebration of pop culture, comics, and fandom took place at the Steele Memorial Library at the second annual Steele Pop Expo.

22 hrs 13 mins ago by Connor Freidhoff
Paws for Laws raises money for NYSP K-9 Units

Paws for Laws raises money for NYSP K-9 Units

The annual Paws for Laws fundraiser took place at the Horseheads Elk's Club Saturday afternoon, raising money for the New York State Police K-9 unit.

22 hrs 18 mins ago 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
Alive After Five kicks off at Wisner Park in Elmira

Alive After Five kicks off at Wisner Park in Elmira

The first “Alive After Five” of the season kicked off at 5’clock. People were enjoying the warm weather with the City of Elmira’s largest Happy Hour of the month at Wisner Park. 

May 17th, 7:04 PM EDT by Alexandra Deryn
Rep. Langworthy celebrates additions to Farm Bill

Rep. Langworthy celebrates additions to Farm Bill

Local Republican Congressman Nick Langworthy is touting a group of bills he sponsored that he says not only enjoy bipartisan support, but have also been added to the pending 2024 Farm Bill.

May 17th, 6:43 PM EDT by Benjamin C. Klein
Arnot Health offering free running clinic for all ages

Arnot Health offering free running clinic for all ages

In a bid to help workout warriors who enjoy a good run, Arnot Health is offering a free Runner's Clinic on Friday, May 31st.

May 17th, 6:40 PM EDT by Benjamin C. Klein
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
2nd annual Steele Pop Expo scheduled for Saturday

2nd annual Steele Pop Expo scheduled for Saturday

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- A celebration of all things pop culture returns to the City of Elmira Saturday. The 2nd annual Steele Pop Expo is happening at the Steele Memorial Library from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature games, comic books, art and a v

May 17th, 6:01 PM EDT by Kurt Martone
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
Waverly and Montour Falls get millions in state funding

Waverly and Montour Falls get millions in state funding

Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Friday, May 17th that Montour Falls and Waverly are getting $4.5 million each as part of New York Forward.

May 17th, 2:12 PM EDT by Benjamin C. Klein
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
PSP: Wellsboro woman kidnapped and released

PSP: Wellsboro woman kidnapped and released

A 56-year-old man faces a slew of charges after police say he kidnapped and assaulted a 75-year-old woman from Wellsboro, Pennsylvania.

May 17th, 10:30 AM EDT by Benjamin C. Klein
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
Former Steuben Co. Assistant District Attorney pleads guilty to child porn possession
Former Steuben Co. Assistant District Attorney pleads guilty to child porn possession

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WENY) -- The former Steuben County Assistant District Attorney has plead guilty to child pornography possession, according to a plea agreement sent to WENY News by the United States District Court in Western New York. James Miller, faces

Book Fest 2024 Moved from Wisner Park to First Arena
Book Fest 2024 Moved from Wisner Park to First Arena

The Family Reading Partnership of the Chemung Valley is presenting this year's annual Book Fest taking place at Wisner Park, Saturday, May 18.

'Ride of Silence' in Elmira honoring fallen bicyclists and to spread awareness
'Ride of Silence' in Elmira honoring fallen bicyclists and to spread awareness

According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, roughly 20 bicyclists are killed on their bikes across the country each week.

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.

Josh Palmer Fund's 25th year kicks off with 100 inning baseball game
Josh Palmer Fund's 25th year kicks off with 100 inning baseball game

The Josh Palmer Fund officially kicked off their 25th year with the annual 100 inning baseball game played at Elmira high school.

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

The Y at Watson Woods hosts Spring Fling
The Y at Watson Woods hosts Spring Fling

PAINTED POST (WENY)-- While it is prom season for many high schoolers, the YMCA in Painted Post a different type of prom. They called it, Spring Fling, and it was specially made for people of all abilities.