City of Corning gets input on McKinney Park as remediation is planned to clean up hazardous materials

City of Corning gets input on McKinney Park as remediation is planned to clean up hazardous materials

The City of Corning is making plans to clean up hazardous material found at two city park locations. The city is looking to the public for ideas on the future of the parks.

1 hr 43 mins ago by Scott Brubaker
Town of Southport Car Show benefit for CareFirstNY

Town of Southport Car Show benefit for CareFirstNY

Proceeds from the event will benefit CareFirstNY, a non-profit organization that provides hospice and grief support services.

2 hrs 51 mins ago
New Roots Charter School Students Paint Their Vision of the Future in Downtown Ithaca Mural

New Roots Charter School Students Paint Their Vision of the Future in Downtown Ithaca Mural

A blank wall in downtown Ithaca is being transformed into a colorful celebration of community and sustainability. One group of local students are painting a new mural that reflects their values and hope for the future.

6 hrs 29 mins ago by Alecia Solorzano
Millions in state grants headed to Southern Tier communities

Millions in state grants headed to Southern Tier communities

A total of $50 million in grant funding is being awarded, including $5.4 million to seven communities within the Southern Tier for the purpose of downtown revitalization and enhancement.

7 hrs 57 mins ago by Connor Freidhoff
Village of Millport gets over $1 million to dig second well

Village of Millport gets over $1 million to dig second well

MILLPORT, N.Y. (WENY) -- The Village of Millport is receiving $1.3 million from New York State to help build a second water well to supply residents. The money will be delivered in the form of grants and low-cost financing, according to state officials. F

8 hrs 31 mins ago by Kurt Martone
Authorities ID remains discovered in Elmira back in 2022

Authorities ID remains discovered in Elmira back in 2022

The Chemung County Sheriff's Office announced on Thursday, May 22nd that they have identified remains found in Elmira back in November, 2022 as those of Randy Seck.

12 hrs 4 mins ago by Benjamin C. Klein
Calvin Harris Offers $100,000 Reward for Information Leading to Recovery of Michele Harris Remains

Calvin Harris Offers $100,000 Reward for Information Leading to Recovery of Michele Harris Remains

Cal Harris, two of his adult children and his attorneys held a press conference in Binghamton to announce a $100,000 reward for information leading to the recovery of the remains of Michele Harris.

3 hrs 52 mins ago by Linsey Madison
Odessa Joint Fire District discussions back on table as towns reconsider proposal

Odessa Joint Fire District discussions back on table as towns reconsider proposal

Months after failing to form a new joint fire district in Schuyler County, Schuyler and Chemung County officials are laying the framework to try again to create the "Odessa Area Fire District."

May 21st, 11:55 PM EDT by Scott Brubaker
Volunteers Needed for Flag Placement at Woodlawn National Cemetery

Volunteers Needed for Flag Placement at Woodlawn National Cemetery

Volunteers are need to help place American flags at the gravestones in the cemetery on Friday morning, beginning at 9 A.M. The placement will happen rain or shine. 

May 21st, 10:41 PM EDT by Renata Stiehl
Proposed 2025-2026 School Year Budgets in Horseheads and Corning-Painted Post School Districts Voted Down

Proposed 2025-2026 School Year Budgets in Horseheads and Corning-Painted Post School Districts Voted Down

Two major school districts in our region saw voters reject proposed budgets last night, falling short of the needed 60% supermajority to pass. Superintendents from the Horseheads and Corning-Painted Post School Districts are sharing their next steps.

May 21st, 9:17 PM EDT by Alecia Solorzano
Bradford Co. Man Shares Story About His Traumatic Accident on National Trauma Survivors Day at Guthrie

Bradford Co. Man Shares Story About His Traumatic Accident on National Trauma Survivors Day at Guthrie

Wednesday, May 21st, 2025 is National Trauma Survivors Day and at Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, survivors were honored. One of the speakers, a Smithfield Township man recounted the day his life changed forever.

May 21st, 6:52 PM EDT by Linsey Madison
Grand Jury indicts former Corning School PTA, Union Treasurer for Grand Larceny

Grand Jury indicts former Corning School PTA, Union Treasurer for Grand Larceny

A Steuben County Grand jury has indicted a Painted Post woman on 30 criminal charges, following her arrest in February on allegations she stole tens of thousands of dollars from two school organizations.

May 21st, 6:31 PM EDT by Renata Stiehl
WATER FOUL: Police looking for person who took gosling from Sayre pond

WATER FOUL: Police looking for person who took gosling from Sayre pond

SAYRE, PA. (WENY) -- Sayre Borough Police are looking for a suspect they say possibly plucked a young gosling from a pond. According to the department, a vehicle with multiple people inside stopped on N. Wilbur Ave. in the borough. One person then got out

May 21st, 6:11 PM EDT by Kurt Martone
Memorial Day Observances, Parades in the Twin Tiers 2025

Memorial Day Observances, Parades in the Twin Tiers 2025

A look at local ceremonies, observances and parades for Memorial Day in the Twin Tiers on Monday, May 26, 2025.

May 21st, 4:56 PM EDT by Renata Stiehl
Fatal crash in Cayuta claims life of 18-year-old

Fatal crash in Cayuta claims life of 18-year-old

New York State Police confirmed an 18-year-old male died in a one vehicle crash on State Route 224 in the Town of Cayuta on Tuesday, May 20th.

May 21st, 11:41 AM EDT by Benjamin C. Klein
Emergency Crews Respond to Tractor-Trailer Crash on I-390 in Cohocton

Emergency Crews Respond to Tractor-Trailer Crash on I-390 in Cohocton

As of 5:10 a.m. Wednesday, May 21st, emergency responders were called to the scene of a tractor-trailer crash along I-390 southbound near the County 8 Road overpass in Steuben County.

May 21st, 7:26 AM EDT by Max Coven
Cyclists to Ride in Silence Tonight in Elmira as Part of Global Tribute

Cyclists to Ride in Silence Tonight in Elmira as Part of Global Tribute

A quiet yet impactful event will take place in the streets of Elmira on tonight, Wednesday, May 21st as local cyclists participate in the annual Ride of Silence.

May 21st, 1:01 PM EDT by Max Coven
Chemung Co. Celebrates 34th Annual Senior Games

Chemung Co. Celebrates 34th Annual Senior Games

The 2025 Chemung County Senior Games kicked off Tuesday morning.

May 21st, 1:10 AM EDT by Renata Stiehl
Bradford Co. man sentenced for child porn distribution

Bradford Co. man sentenced for child porn distribution

According to the U-S Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, 37-year-old Jay Holloway was handed down the sentence in federal court.

May 21st, 1:03 AM EDT
Local doctor talks prostate cancer

Local doctor talks prostate cancer

Former President Biden's recent prostate cancer diagnosis has sparked conversation around the country. A local doctor spoke about what people need to know about the disease.

May 21st, 12:08 AM EDT by Morrissey Walsh
Alzheimer's community forum taking place in Corning Thursday
Alzheimer's community forum taking place in Corning Thursday

CORNING, N.Y. (WENY) -- Steuben County residents have the chance to attend a community forum for those living with or caring for people with dementia. The event will take place Thursday, May 22 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the First Congregational United

Park Station Recreation Center to open for the season Saturday
Park Station Recreation Center to open for the season Saturday

ERIN, N.Y. (WENY) -- Park Station, a natural recreation area located in Erin, will open for the season this weekend. According to the Chemung County Buildings and Grounds Department, the park's Control Booth will be open on weekends beginning Saturday, Ma

Guthrie EMS offers free car seat checks during EMS week
Guthrie EMS offers free car seat checks during EMS week

Guthrie Medical Services announced it will host two free car seat check events on Tuesday May 20thin the Northern Tier as part of National EMS Week.

Chemung Co. accepting microenterprise applications
Chemung Co. accepting microenterprise applications

Chemung County announced on Monday, May 19th the county is now accepting applications from small businesses and start-ups for Microenterprise Assistance Program grants.

Massaline Sentenced to Prison in 2024 Vehicle Assault of Chemung Co. Sheriff's Investigator
Massaline Sentenced to Prison in 2024 Vehicle Assault of Chemung Co. Sheriff's Investigator

Fatiuna Massaline was sentenced in Chemung County Court Monday morning, after she was convicted at a jury trial in March of assault of a police officer, and second-degree assault.

Fitness for You: Why Your Warm-Up Might Be Missing the Mark
Fitness for You: Why Your Warm-Up Might Be Missing the Mark

If you’ve been following our “Fitness for You” series, you know we started with the basics: how to get started at the gym. But before we even think about lifting weights or hitting the treadmill, it’s crucial to warm up properly.

Chemung Co. Senior Games Begin Tuesday with Month-Long Lineup of Events
Chemung Co. Senior Games Begin Tuesday with Month-Long Lineup of Events

The Chemung County Senior Games return this week, bringing together adults aged 50 and older for nearly a month of sports and recreational events across the region.

Horseheads Central School District Receives Additional State Aid, Proposes School Tax Rate Reduction
Horseheads Central School District Receives Additional State Aid, Proposes School Tax Rate Reduction

If approved, the tax rate could drop from $0.48 to $0.36 per $1,000 of assessed value on a home.