Corning Museum of Glass offering free admission on MLK Day

Corning Museum of Glass offering free admission on MLK Day

The Corning Museum of Glass is offering free admission on MLK Day.

4 mins ago by Morrissey Walsh
Food Bank of the Southern Tier to host Serve and Learn MLK Day event

Food Bank of the Southern Tier to host Serve and Learn MLK Day event

The Food Bank of the Southern Tier is hosting a Serve and Learn Event in Elmira to honor MLK Day.

19 mins ago by Morrissey Walsh
Greater Ithaca Activities Center hosts annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

Greater Ithaca Activities Center hosts annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

In just two days, the nation will celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. On Saturday, the Greater Ithaca Activities Center began its annual early celebration in Tompkins County to recognize Dr. King's legacy.

20 mins ago by Alecia Solorzano
'1883 Barn' in Newfield is set to be revamped by new owner who aims to preserve its history

'1883 Barn' in Newfield is set to be revamped by new owner who aims to preserve its history

A big piece of Tompkins County history is getting another chance to shine. The '1883 Barn' in Newfield was officially sold back in October and the new owner is sharing what the next steps for the historic building are.

4 hrs 36 mins ago by Alecia Solorzano
Two hospitalized after fire that destroyed Owego home

Two hospitalized after fire that destroyed Owego home

On Thursday, Jan. 16 around 8 PM, several emergency crews responded to a house fire near Gaskill Road in the Town of Owego. 

19 hrs 46 mins ago by Crystal Bermudez
Elmira Police Dept. Welcomes New Officer, Promotes Three

Elmira Police Dept. Welcomes New Officer, Promotes Three

The Elmira Police Department (EPD) held a special ceremony on Friday, January 17th, to promote three officers to higher ranks and swear in one recruit. 

21 hrs 21 mins ago by Max Coven
Former Bradford Co. Pastor pleads guilty to sexually assaulting a child

Former Bradford Co. Pastor pleads guilty to sexually assaulting a child

Prosecutors said Fenton was a youth pastor at "Abide in the Vine Church" in Owego when the abuse began in 1996 with a 14-year-old victim -- and lasted until 1998.

January 17th, 6:44 PM EST by Nick Quattrini
Fund for Women Awards $150,000 Grant to Twin Tiers Baby Bank

Fund for Women Awards $150,000 Grant to Twin Tiers Baby Bank

CORNING, N.Y. (WENY) -- The Fund for Women of the Southern Tier has announced a $150,000 Empower Grant to the Twin Tiers Baby Bank. This funding, to be distributed over three years, will help the volunteer-run organization, providing the essential essenti

January 17th, 6:38 PM EST by Max Coven
Man indicted after Elmira hammer attack

Man indicted after Elmira hammer attack

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Chemung County has brought charges against the man accused of trying to kill someone with a hammer in Elmira last November. Jacob Bulkley is charged with Attempted Murder, Attempted Assault and Assault for his alleged role in the at

January 17th, 5:29 PM EST by Kurt Martone
Dog kills owner, attacks another in Apalachin

Dog kills owner, attacks another in Apalachin

APALACHIN, N.Y. (WENY) -- A dog killed its owner, and attacked a person out walking their dog in Tioga County, New York on Thursday. Darnelle Greeno, a 52-year-old woman from Apalachin, was attacked and killed by her dog on Pleasant View Drive in Apalachi

January 17th, 4:02 PM EST by Kurt Martone
Numerous area Sheriffs implement Blue Envelope Program

Numerous area Sheriffs implement Blue Envelope Program

TIOGA COUNTY, PA. (WENY) -- The Tioga County, Pennsylvania Sheriff's Office is implementing a program designed to help drivers with special needs during traffic stops. The initiative is called the Blue Envelope Program. Drivers with autism, anxiety, commu

January 16th, 11:54 PM EST by Kurt Martone
Schuyler County Sheriff's Office K-9 receives donated protective vest from Vested Interest in K9s

Schuyler County Sheriff's Office K-9 receives donated protective vest from Vested Interest in K9s

A law enforcement officer with the Schuyler County Sheriff's Office has received a new piece of equipment to keep her safe in the field. One of the department's K-9s was gifted with protective body armor and her handler shares more about it.

January 16th, 7:20 PM EST by Alecia Solorzano
Uncertainty Surrounds the Ceasefire Deal between Israel and Hamas Actually Following Through

Uncertainty Surrounds the Ceasefire Deal between Israel and Hamas Actually Following Through

After 15 months, a ceasefire deal is on the horizon in Gaza that could bring an end to the war between Israel and Hamas.

January 16th, 7:09 PM EST by Max Coven
Bradford Co. man sentenced for sexually abusing multiple juveniles

Bradford Co. man sentenced for sexually abusing multiple juveniles

A 57-year-old man from Bradford Co. could spend the rest of the his life in jail after being sentenced on four counts of Aggravated Indecent Assault and more.

January 16th, 6:35 PM EST by Benjamin C. Klein
Senator Lea Webb announces over $5 million from NYSDEC is awarded to Tompkins County to improve water infrastructure

Senator Lea Webb announces over $5 million from NYSDEC is awarded to Tompkins County to improve water infrastructure

On Thursday morning, Senator Lea Webb announced that over $5 million in state funding has been awarded to several towns in Tompkins County through the NYS DEC's Water Quality Improvement Project.

January 16th, 6:06 PM EST by Alecia Solorzano
Finger Lakes Wine Festival rebranded to F.L.X. Summer Fest

Finger Lakes Wine Festival rebranded to F.L.X. Summer Fest

WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (WENY) -- The almost three-decade old celebration of wine and food in the Finger Lakes now has a new name. The Finger Lakes Wine Festival, which started in 1997, will now be known as F.L.X. Summer Fest at The Glen, Watkins Glen Internat

January 16th, 5:58 PM EST by Kurt Martone
Corning Man Charged Following High Speed Chase in Steuben County in Stolen Vehicle

Corning Man Charged Following High Speed Chase in Steuben County in Stolen Vehicle

A Corning man is charged with multiple charges after he allegedly led police on a high speed chase in a stolen car.

January 16th, 3:36 PM EST by Renata Stiehl
Pennsylvania announces law enforcement hiring initiative

Pennsylvania announces law enforcement hiring initiative

HARRISBURG, PA. (WENY) -- Pennsylvania is helping municipalities fill vacant law enforcement positions across the Commonwealth. In a plan announced Monday, the state will spend $3,046,321 to attract and train 692 recruits statewide. The funding comes from

January 16th, 12:02 AM EST by Kurt Martone
First Look at plans for Brand Park Playground

First Look at plans for Brand Park Playground

The City of Elmira has given a first look at the playground and splash-pad that the city is installing in place of Brand Park Pool.

January 15th, 11:55 PM EST by Morrissey Walsh
Renovations at former Dana Lyon Elementary School underway

Renovations at former Dana Lyon Elementary School underway

BATH, N.Y. (WENY) -- Renovations at the former Dana Lyon Elementary School in Bath are now underway, according to Pike Construction Services, the company working on the project. The company is turning the building into residential units, office space and

January 15th, 11:50 PM EST by Kurt Martone
'Boot Barn' coming to Consumer Square in Big Flats
'Boot Barn' coming to Consumer Square in Big Flats

No word yet when "Boot Barn will have its grand opening in Consumer Square.

Steuben County Public Health introduces Harm Reduction Vending Machine
Steuben County Public Health introduces Harm Reduction Vending Machine

The Steuben County Health Department announced on Tuesday that they launched a harm reduction vending machine in Addison.

Woman injured after being hit by car in Waverly
Woman injured after being hit by car in Waverly

An elderly woman was taken to the hospital after being hit by a car in Waverly on January 4th.

Emaciated Horse Rescued from Schuyler County
Emaciated Horse Rescued from Schuyler County

A malnourished horse was rescued on Sunday, January 12th, and is now on the path to recovery. The Begin Again Horse Rescue, based in Lima, NY, removed an emaciated horse from a property on Updyke Road in the town of Hector.

President commutes sentence of Ithaca-based accountant convicted of fraud
President commutes sentence of Ithaca-based accountant convicted of fraud

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WENY) -- A former Ithaca-based accountant convicted of performing multi-million dollar fraud schemes is free from federal custody after President Joe Biden commuted his sentence. Andrew LaVigne was found guilty in 2019 on charges of bank

Steuben Sheriff Warns Residents of New Scam Calls
Steuben Sheriff Warns Residents of New Scam Calls

STEUBEN CO., N.Y. (WENY) -- The Steuben County Sheriff's office warns residents about increased scam calls in which fraudsters impersonate local law enforcement. According to Sheriff Jim Allard, Scammers are calling residents claiming they missed a court

Elmira approves 2025 operating budget
Elmira approves 2025 operating budget

The Elmira City Council approved the 2025 operating budget, including a 5.3% tax hike. The operating budget, which funds day to day operations in the city for the year, comes with a price tag of $41,421,507, and passed in a 5 to 1 vote.

Brickhouse Pizza Co. Brings Wood-Fire Flavor to Owego
Brickhouse Pizza Co. Brings Wood-Fire Flavor to Owego

Brickhouse Pizza, a family-owned pizzeria operated by the Tricolla family, has officially opened its doors in Owego. The family's culinary knowledge spans four decades, and the Tricollas aims to bring a unique dining experience to their community.