Buckle Up for the Ultimate Ride to Prom with Watkins Glen International
Buckle up for the "Ultimate Ride to Prom" with Watkins Glen International. The program is offering several couples a chance to ride to the dance in a pace car with an important message about safe driving practices.
Finger Lakes SPCA is looking for help in the recovery efforts of 50 rescued cats
The Finger Lakes SPCA in Bath rescued 50 cats from an abandoned mobile home in Avoca on May 3rd. They were found back in March living under extremely poor conditions but, it took several weeks to trap and transport them to the FLSPCA. Now, they need help.
Cornell University President to retire at end of June
ITHACA, N.Y. (WENY) -- The President of Cornell University, Martha Pollack will retire on June 30, according to the school. Pollack served as the head of the school for seven years, as the campus' 14th president. Michael Kotlikoff, who is the University's
Downtown Revitalization Initiative forum showcases impact on the Southern Tier
New York's Department of State held a forum at Clute Park today to promote two of its economic programs to local communities. Previous program participants gathered to provide some insight and advice for future applicants and awardees.
Police catch suspect that caused police presence on NY-414 Saturday
DIX, N.Y. (WENY) -- The Schuyler County Sheriff's Office announced Wednesday that they have found and caught the man behind the police presence Saturday that closed Route 414 for almost 10 hours. The Sheriff's Office is charging Rexford Smith, also known
Jewish Students Speak Out, Advocate for Accountability at Universities
In recent weeks, pro-Palestinian protests have escalated- in some cases turning violent- and have turned welcoming, inclusive university environments into the exact opposite, according to several Jewish students.
Former Assistant Secretary of State Believes Biden Administration Should Support Rafah Operation
WASHINGTON, D.C. - As Israel continues is military operation in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, international relations experts believe that operation could force Hamas into a ceasefire agreement. We spoke with Elliott Abrams on the situation. Abrams is
Horseheads Fire Department hiring paid driver for first time ever to support increase in calls
For the first time in department history, the Horseheads Fire Department has created a paid position. With the increasing number of calls the department is facing everyday, the need for a paid driver has become more pressing.
The Chemung Chamber of Commerce has partnered with the First Arena to put together the Southern Tier Business Expo in downtown Elmira.
A letter on behalf of the FCRW qas written, calling out blight in the City of Elmira. At Monday's packed city council meeting, about a dozen people stood up to weigh in on the letter. The overwhelming response was that change needs to happen.
The Chemung County Department of Veterans Affairs is partnering with the Chemung County Youth Bureau to offer scholarships for children of eligible veterans to attend the Summer Cohesion program free of charge.
Elizabeth Zilinski, the Executive Director of the FCRW said she wrote the letter, which was later posted to Facebook by the founder of the River Friends, to bring attention to parts of the city that needed to be cleaned, maintained, or picked up.
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- A small group of people gathered outside of First Arena Monday evening in a show of support for the now-former Elmira River Sharks Hockey Team. The River Sharks and the Federal Prospects Hockey League just ended a one-year agreement
Six more months until voters decide who will be the next President. While we can expect a Biden-Harris run for the Democrats, former President Donald Trump has not yet announced who will be on the ticket alongside him for Republicans.
As session approaches its end, lawmakers and advocates continue to rally for a bill to legalize medical aid in dying—legislation that has failed to pass in New York for nearly a decade.
A lot of things happened in 1978; a ban on lead paint was not enough to fully reverse the negative effects of a toxic substance.