Families trying to find other options amid Wells College's closing

Families trying to find other options amid Wells College's closing

Wells College is the latest to close, announcing on April 29th they'd be shutting down at the end of the semester.  This leaves students and families rushing to find other options for next school year.

23 mins ago by Morrissey Walsh
A program in Corning to help people with their flower gardens

A program in Corning to help people with their flower gardens

CORNING, N.Y. (WENY)-- It's about that time when gardeners are getting outside to take advantage of spring. In a bid to help everyone get a green thumb, Blocks in Bloom is a no-cost program in Corning to help people with their flower gardens.

4 hrs 6 mins ago by De Shaun Robinson
A program in Corning to help people with their flower gardens

A program in Corning to help people with their flower gardens

CORNING, N.Y. (WENY)-- It's about that time when gardeners begin to get ready for the upcoming season. Blocks in Bloom is a no-cost program in Corning to help people with their gardens.

4 hrs 8 mins ago by De Shaun Robinson
Tenants Receive Nearly $393K NYSEG Shutoff Notice at Woodlawn Court Apartments in Elmira

Tenants Receive Nearly $393K NYSEG Shutoff Notice at Woodlawn Court Apartments in Elmira

Tenants at Woodlawn Court, an income-based apartment complex in Elmira received notices on Friday, April 26th about NYSEG preparing to shut their utilities off.

4 hrs 19 mins ago by Linsey Madison
Help kids get a leg up: Head Start coming to Horseheads this summer

Help kids get a leg up: Head Start coming to Horseheads this summer

Chemung Counties EOP offers a head start for kids in the classroom. There are five locations, and one is opening in Horseheads this Summer.

4 hrs 36 mins ago by Max Coven
The historic Pat II flagship boat turns 100 years old in three weeks

The historic Pat II flagship boat turns 100 years old in three weeks

In a little under three weeks, the Finger Lakes Boating Museum is celebrating a major milestone for one of their flagship tour boats, known as the Pat II, turning 100.

6 hrs 3 mins ago by Alexandra Deryn
Contaminated raw milk found in Schuyler Co.

Contaminated raw milk found in Schuyler Co.

ODESSA, N.Y. (WENY) -- The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is warning local consumers to not drink raw milk bought from Sunset View Creamery due to a possible contamination. State officials say inspectors found Campylobacter jejuni in

7 hrs 16 mins ago by Kurt Martone
NYSDOT accepting public comment on road work project in Hornell Tuesday

NYSDOT accepting public comment on road work project in Hornell Tuesday

HORNELL, N.Y. (WENY) -- On Tuesday, The New York State Department of Transportation is asking for local input for a road project on Route 36 in Hornell. According to the project plan, 3 miles of the road through Downtown Hornell will be reconstructed from

7 hrs 58 mins ago by Kurt Martone
Sayre, PA Man Charged in Drug Bust

Sayre, PA Man Charged in Drug Bust

According to a criminal complaint filed by Sayre Borough Police, they arrested Wyatt R. Yanney on Sunday, April 28th. According to police, they investigated a tip of suspected drug activity at an apartment on Draper Street in the borough.

8 hrs 9 mins ago by Renata Stiehl
Former Newark Valley Man Sentenced for Child Sex Crimes

Former Newark Valley Man Sentenced for Child Sex Crimes

A 54-year-old-man formerly of Newark Valley in Tioga County, New York was sentenced on April 18th to just over 13 years in federal prison for possession of child sex materials.

9 hrs 7 mins ago by Benjamin C. Klein
Wells College Announces Closure

Wells College Announces Closure

Wells College, located in Aurora, issued a statement of if its impending closure on Monday, citing financial difficulties, including declining enrollment.

12 hrs 23 mins ago
Students say Cornell University has suspended 4 protestors as encampment continues

Students say Cornell University has suspended 4 protestors as encampment continues

ITHACA, N.Y. (WENY) -- It’s been more than 24 hours since students at Cornell University have set up an encampment on the Arts Quad on campus, calling it a ‘liberated zone.’ In the first referendum in 25 years, undergraduate students pas

16 hrs 8 mins ago by Crystal Bermudez
2023 Distinguished Volunteers of the Years Awards will be presented May 9

2023 Distinguished Volunteers of the Years Awards will be presented May 9

The Chemung County Department of Aging and Long-Term Care will recognize Older Americans Month by presenting the 2023 Distinguished Volunteers of the Year Awards on May 9.

16 hrs 9 mins ago by Crystal Bermudez
Two SUNY Cortland football players signed as NFL undrafted free agents

Two SUNY Cortland football players signed as NFL undrafted free agents

Wide receivers Cole Burgess and JJ Laap were both signed as undrafted free agents. Burgess signing with the Cincinnati Bengals and Laap landing with the Los Angeles Rams. 

April 29th, 12:24 AM EDT by Karina Norman
On Stage with 'United with Voices' Fundraiser

On Stage with 'United with Voices' Fundraiser

On Saturday, April 27th, the 'United with Voices' returned to Tioga Downs. Eleven singing contestants took the stage singing LIVE in front of judges to see who became the winner of the annual competition.

April 28th, 7:44 PM EDT by Max Coven
Troy's Endless Mountains Maple Festival brings in hundreds

Troy's Endless Mountains Maple Festival brings in hundreds

Alparon Park was full of visitors this weekend for the annual Endless Mountains Maple Festival. Dating back to the 1980's, the festival has rich history.

April 28th, 7:16 PM EDT by Morrissey Walsh
The Winner of the 2024 Seneca7, a 77.7 Mile Relay has Crossed the Finish Line

The Winner of the 2024 Seneca7, a 77.7 Mile Relay has Crossed the Finish Line

Laces were tied tightly for the 12th annual "Seneca7," a 77.7 mile relay around Seneca Lake. The winner just crossed the finish line, and the winning team is...

April 28th, 11:46 PM EDT by Max Coven
The Chemung County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event Returns in May

The Chemung County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event Returns in May

On Saturday, May 18th Chemung County residents will have the opportunity to safely dispose of old household chemicals. This waste disposal is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chemung County and is free.

April 28th, 7:43 PM EDT by Max Coven
607 Soaring Competition encourages collegiate start up businesses

607 Soaring Competition encourages collegiate start up businesses

Local college students pitched their business startup ideas in the 607 Soaring competition. Students got the chance to showcase business ideas of their own making, and even have a chance of winning prize money to make those ideas a reality.

April 27th, 7:49 PM EDT by Morrissey Walsh
Chemung Co. Sheriff's annual drug take back collects over 600 pounds of unused medications

Chemung Co. Sheriff's annual drug take back collects over 600 pounds of unused medications

April 27th is National Drug Take Back Day, and the Chemung County Sheriff's Office took part in collection unused or unwanted prescription drugs.

April 27th, 11:45 PM EDT by Morrissey Walsh
Smoke rises over Chemung as crews battle brush fire
Smoke rises over Chemung as crews battle brush fire

CHEMUNG, N.Y. (WENY) -- Twenty fire departments responded to a call for a house and brush fire on Neason Rd. in Chemung, New York Thursday. The initial call came out for emergency services around 5:30 p.m.

PA Rep. Owlett Warns of Fake Robocall Scam Asking for Donations
PA Rep. Owlett Warns of Fake Robocall Scam Asking for Donations

Pennsylvania State Representative Clint Owlett is warning his constituents about a fake robocall scam, asking for donations in support of police.

A Wisecracking Donkey Leads the Way in Shrek the Musical
A Wisecracking Donkey Leads the Way in Shrek the Musical

Once upon a time, a green ogre named Shrek led the way for a group of characters looking to share their story. This is where it all begins before the show visits Elmira's Clemens Center.

Driver crashes into parked car and power line in West Elmira
Driver crashes into parked car and power line in West Elmira

Overnight, there was an accident that took place on Hendy Creek Road in West Elmira.  

The Last Stand Reopens Friday Morning after Car Crashes into Shop Last Weekend
The Last Stand Reopens Friday Morning after Car Crashes into Shop Last Weekend

The Horseheads location of the Last Stand announced Thursday night they will reopen bright and early Friday morning. Here is what the ice cream shop said in a Facebook post.

Planned fixes coming to divot on Riverside Drive in Athens, timeline moved up after crash
Planned fixes coming to divot on Riverside Drive in Athens, timeline moved up after crash

ATHENS TOWNSHIP, PA. (WENY) -- The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) says they plan to patch the divot on Riverside Drive in Athens Township Saturday, weather permitting. Fixes were planned for this roadway initially, before a fatal car

Chemung Co. Sheriff's Office Launches App
Chemung Co. Sheriff's Office Launches App

The Chemung County Sheriff's Office launched a mobile app, they say will help the community be informed and stay safe. 

Three dead after early morning crash in Bradford County
Three dead after early morning crash in Bradford County

ATHENS TWP, PA. (WENY) -- Three people died after a single car crash happened in Athens Township early Tuesday morning. According to the Athens Township Police Department, the crash happened just after 2:30 a.m. on Riverside Drive. They say a sedan travel