Buckle Up for the Ultimate Ride to Prom with Watkins Glen International

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.

May 10th, 9:40 PM EDT by Max Coven
Bills in Albany try to tackle prescription drug affordability

Bills in Albany try to tackle prescription drug affordability

Hundreds of AARP advocates traveled to Albany to rally for a package of bills that could make prescription drugs more affordable and accessible.  

May 10th, 6:40 PM EDT by Elise Kline
CCC Culture Day highlights unique outreach and networking opportunities

CCC Culture Day highlights unique outreach and networking opportunities

College clubs, local businesses and community leaders took part in the annual culture day earlier today at Corning Community College.

May 10th, 6:34 PM EDT by Connor Freidhoff
Elmira's downtown cleanup happening on Saturday

Elmira's downtown cleanup happening on Saturday

Saturday is Elmira’s annual Downtown Cleanup event. Elmira Downtown Development has been putting the event on for years to benefit the downtown area and its visitors.  

May 10th, 5:49 PM EDT by Alexandra Deryn
Revisements to the state Office of Cannabis Management

Revisements to the state Office of Cannabis Management

Gov. Kathy Hochul directs an overhaul of the New York State Office of Cannabis Management.  

May 10th, 5:29 PM EDT by Elise Kline
Finger Lakes SPCA is looking for help in the recovery efforts of 50 rescued cats

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.

May 10th, 3:30 PM EDT by Alecia Solorzano
Celebrating the Start of the Justice Center of the Southern Tier Program

Celebrating the Start of the Justice Center of the Southern Tier Program

A ribbon cutting ceremony celebrated the launch of the Justice Program of the Southern Tier. Their mission is to empower people to live free from violence and fear.

May 9th, 10:00 PM EDT by Max Coven
Cornell University President to retire at end of June

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

May 9th, 8:46 PM EDT by Kurt Martone
Downtown Revitalization Initiative forum showcases impact on the Southern Tier

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. 

May 9th, 6:54 PM EDT by Alecia Solorzano
Court challenges in N.Y. could derail ballot proposition to enshrine abortion rights

Court challenges in N.Y. could derail ballot proposition to enshrine abortion rights

A proposed constitutional amendment that would have enshrined abortion rights in the empire state faces an uncertain future due to court challenges.

May 9th, 6:50 PM EDT by Elise Kline
Final EPA Vehicle Emissions Standards Ignite Debate Among Advocates

Final EPA Vehicle Emissions Standards Ignite Debate Among Advocates

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced new vehicle pollution standards that aim to have a lot more electric vehicles (EVs) on the roads by 2032. 

May 9th, 5:23 PM EDT by Brendan Scanland
Lucky Hare Brewing set to take over new location at the Seneca Harbor Marina

Lucky Hare Brewing set to take over new location at the Seneca Harbor Marina

The building that is formerly the site of Horseheads Brewing at the Seneca Harbor Marina was discussed at the Schuyler County IDA meeting Wednesday night.

May 8th, 11:22 PM EDT by Max Coven
Police catch suspect that caused police presence on NY-414 Saturday

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

May 8th, 8:25 PM EDT by Kurt Martone
Gillibrand Calls Farm Bill Framework a Win for New Yorkers

Gillibrand Calls Farm Bill Framework a Win for New Yorkers

Today, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D- NY) highlighted several priorities included in the framework for the new farm bill. Lawmakers must develop a new farm bill every five years, and this year, it’s time for a new one.

May 8th, 6:01 PM EDT by Brendan Scanland
Jewish Students Speak Out, Advocate for Accountability at Universities

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. 

May 8th, 6:01 PM EDT by Brendan Scanland
An antisemitism bill pends in Albany

An antisemitism bill pends in Albany

The Combatting Campus Antisemitism Act is the name of a pending bill in Albany that would withold tuition assistance from college students who "knowingly engage in promoting antisemitism."

May 10th, 5:43 PM EDT by Elise Kline
Former Assistant Secretary of State Believes Biden Administration Should Support Rafah Operation

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

May 8th, 3:55 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
Tractor trailer accident closes off Watkins Rd

Tractor trailer accident closes off Watkins Rd

Emergency personnel responded to a tractor trailer accident on Watkins Rd between Westinghouse and Wygant Rd around 2 a.m. 

May 8th, 10:22 AM EDT by Crystal Bermudez
Horseheads Fire Department hiring paid driver for first time ever to support increase in calls

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.

May 7th, 10:30 PM EDT by Morrissey Walsh
Elmira Police: Officer shoots aggressive, unleashed dog in the Southside

Elmira Police: Officer shoots aggressive, unleashed dog in the Southside

Elmira Police have confirmed to WENY News that an officer with the E.P.D. shot and killed a dog they say was aggressive and unleashed.

May 7th, 8:44 PM EDT by Benjamin C. Klein
The Chemung Chamber of Commerce partners with First Arena for the Southern Tier Business Expo
The Chemung Chamber of Commerce partners with First Arena for the Southern Tier Business Expo

The Chemung Chamber of Commerce has partnered with the First Arena to put together the Southern Tier Business Expo in downtown Elmira.  

Community reacts to open letter from the Friends of the Chemung River Watershed at Elmira City Council meeting
Community reacts to open letter from the Friends of the Chemung River Watershed at Elmira City Council meeting

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.

Summer Cohesion Scholarships Available to Children of Chemung County Veterans
Summer Cohesion Scholarships Available to Children of Chemung County Veterans

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.

River Friends Letter to City of Elmira Highlights Issues with Trash, Graffiti, Unkempt Park
River Friends Letter to City of Elmira Highlights Issues with Trash, Graffiti, Unkempt Park

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 River Sharks fans rally outside First Arena
Elmira River Sharks fans rally outside First Arena

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

Rumors Spread About Trump's Choice of VP Candidate
Rumors Spread About Trump's Choice of VP Candidate

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.

May 6th, 7:05 PM EDT
New York lawmakers press on to legalize medical aid in dying
New York lawmakers press on to legalize medical aid in dying

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.  

Lead Free Promise Project Promotes SB 514 For Early Testing
Lead Free Promise Project Promotes SB 514 For Early Testing

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.