New Pa School Safety Institute Provides Innovative Approach to School Security

New Pa School Safety Institute Provides Innovative Approach to School Security

School security threats have become an unfortunate reality around the country. Preparation and response can be the difference between life and death. 

June 2nd, 4:58 PM EDT by Brendan Scanland
New York Marks 1st Anniversary of X Marker on State IDs

New York Marks 1st Anniversary of X Marker on State IDs

New York is marking one year since since the Gender "X" marker became available on state-issued IDs.

June 1st, 7:02 PM EDT by Andrew Kane
PUC Seeks Input From Frontier Customers in Upcoming Hearings Across Northern Tier

PUC Seeks Input From Frontier Customers in Upcoming Hearings Across Northern Tier

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is looking to hear from Frontier Communications customers in the northern tier who have experienced poor connection and service. Local lawmakers are encouraging Frontier customers to share their experiences

June 1st, 3:44 PM EDT by Brendan Scanland
Gov. Hochul Announces $500 Million to Bolster New York's Childcare Workforce

Gov. Hochul Announces $500 Million to Bolster New York's Childcare Workforce

On Wednesday, New York announced a $500 million dollar investment in the 2024 Budget to give the state's child care workforce a boost.

May 31st, 7:32 PM EDT by Andrew Kane
Pa Republicans, State Treasurer Call for Increase to Rainy-Day Fund

Pa Republicans, State Treasurer Call for Increase to Rainy-Day Fund

Today, Republican lawmakers and Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity discussed the importance a healthy rainy-day fund in the 2023-24 budget, which needs to be finalized in a month. 

May 31st, 5:16 PM EDT by Brendan Scanland
Limo company manager sentenced to at least 5 years for New York crash that killed 20

Limo company manager sentenced to at least 5 years for New York crash that killed 20

A former limousine company manager has been sentenced to at least 5 years in prison for his role in a crash that killed 20 people in rural New York.

May 31st, 1:00 PM EDT
Local mental health advocates bring awareness to rising depression, suicide rates

Local mental health advocates bring awareness to rising depression, suicide rates

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- A new survey published by Gallup revealed an alarming rise in depression among Americans. According to the survey, 29% of adults said they have been diagnosed with depression at some point in their lives. Another 17.8% are depressed

May 31st, 10:41 AM EDT by Katerina Belales
New York pot regulators vote to settle lawsuit stalling upstate dispensaries

New York pot regulators vote to settle lawsuit stalling upstate dispensaries

New York marijuana regulators voted to settle a federal lawsuit that has blocked them from granting dispensary licenses in the Finger Lakes region.

Lawmakers Push Legislation to Prohibit Safe Injection Sites in Pa

Lawmakers Push Legislation to Prohibit Safe Injection Sites in Pa

As the nation continues to struggle with an overdose crisis that reached a record-high in 2021, more states are exploring ways to prevent fatal drug overdoses. Some states are considering safe injection, or overdose prevention sites.

May 30th, 2:26 PM EDT by Brendan Scanland
GOP field in Pennsylvania Senate race still wide open as hard-right state lawmaker says he won't run

GOP field in Pennsylvania Senate race still wide open as hard-right state lawmaker says he won't run

The GOP primary field in Pennsylvania to challenge Democratic Sen. Bob Casey remains wide open, with the hopes of top party officials hanging on the potential entry of a high-profile candidate in a top-tier 2024 race.

May 25th, 10:13 PM EDT
New York Senators call on USDA to Help Farms Affected by Cold Weather

New York Senators call on USDA to Help Farms Affected by Cold Weather

On Thursday, New York Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand called on the Department of Agriculture to help farms who have suffered crop damage from last week's cold weather.

May 25th, 8:09 PM EDT by Andrew Kane
National Wine Day: Eugenia's Garden to open for summer season at Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery

National Wine Day: Eugenia's Garden to open for summer season at Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery

HAMMONDSPORT, N.Y. (WENY) -- May 25 officially marks National Wine Day, and Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery is celebrating the unofficial start of summer with its reopening of Eugenia's Garden. Named after the wife of founder Dr. Konstantin Frank, Eugenia's G

May 25th, 7:56 AM EDT by Katerina Belales
One person dead after drowning at Taughannock Falls

One person dead after drowning at Taughannock Falls

ULYSSES, N.Y. (WENY) -- A Syracuse-area man is dead after reportedly drowning at Taughannock Falls. According to New York State Police, officials were notified of a reported drowning at the base of Taughannock Falls around 4:34 p.m. Troopers from SP Ithac

May 24th, 7:56 AM EDT by Katerina Belales
New York Attorney General Warns Public About Health Insurance Scams

New York Attorney General Warns Public About Health Insurance Scams

New York Attorney General Tish James issued a warning Thursday about a new scam targeting New Yorkers enrolled in public health insurance programs.

May 18th, 7:05 PM EDT by Andrew Kane
Holy Family Catholic School celebrates 125th anniversary in the Southern Tier

Holy Family Catholic School celebrates 125th anniversary in the Southern Tier

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Holy Family Catholic School is celebrating its 125th anniversary of creating a strong education and sharing the Christian faith within the Southern Tier. Originally built in 1898, Holy Family Catholic School is one of the oldest pri

May 17th, 8:06 AM EDT by Katerina Belales
N.Y. AG Leads coalition advocating for protections for trans-athletes

N.Y. AG Leads coalition advocating for protections for trans-athletes

New York Attorney General Letitia James announced today that she is co-leading a coalition of 12 attorneys general supporting anti-discrimination protections for transgender athletes. 

May 16th, 3:11 PM EDT by Benjamin C. Klein
Elmira College collecting books, funds for 'African Library Project'

Elmira College collecting books, funds for 'African Library Project'

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Students at Elmira College are collecting books and funds to send to children's libraries in Africa. The service campaign is part of the brand-new, Term III course called “Global Altruism.” "It actually is a new course [

May 16th, 8:12 AM EDT by Katerina Belales
'Legally Blonde' bends and snaps its way to the Twin Tiers

'Legally Blonde' bends and snaps its way to the Twin Tiers

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- America's favorite blonde is coming to the Twin Tiers, with "Legally Blonde -- the Musical" closing out the Clemens Centers 2022-2023 Broadway Series this weekend. Based on the 2001 movie, "Legally Blonde" tells the story of Elle Wo

May 5th, 8:18 AM EDT by Katerina Belales
Meet Waffle, WENY's SPCA Pet of the Week!

Meet Waffle, WENY's SPCA Pet of the Week!

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Meet Waffle, WENY's Pet of the Week from the Chemung County Humane Society and SPCA! Waffle is a 10-month-old terrier/hound mix who is a bit reserved, but will still give you tons of affection. Due to his timid nature, he should go

May 1st, 8:25 AM EDT by Katerina Belales
Elmira College supporting veterans with 'Get A Vet A Pet' 5K on May 21

Elmira College supporting veterans with 'Get A Vet A Pet' 5K on May 21

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Students at Elmira College are inviting the public to raise funds to help veterans secure companion and service dogs for veterans. The program, known as "Pets For Vets," aims to support the mental and physical well-being of veterans

May 18th, 12:50 PM EDT by Katerina Belales
Man hospitalized after being hit by a car in Elmira
Man hospitalized after being hit by a car in Elmira

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- A man is in the hospital after getting hit by a car in Elmira. Police say a 53-year-old man was taken to Robert Packer Hospital with "significant injuries." A pile of clothes was found lying in front of the car on the road. It is un

Meet Opie, WENY's SPCA Pet of the Week!
Meet Opie, WENY's SPCA Pet of the Week!

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Meet Opie, WENY's SPCA Pet of the Week! Opie is a one-year-old Coonhound-Treeing Walker mix who is naturally playful and trusting. This ball of energy loves long walks with cuddles afterward. He gets along well with other dogs, but

Explore Steuben: Corning's Centerway Square nominated for USA Today's 'Best Public Square'
Explore Steuben: Corning's Centerway Square nominated for USA Today's 'Best Public Square'

CORNING, N.Y. (WENY) -- Corning's Centerway Square has been nominated for “Best Public Square” as part of USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice travel awards for 2023. The nomination comes almost 10 years after the square was named o

Inauguration date approaches for NY Gov. Kathy Hochul
Inauguration date approaches for NY Gov. Kathy Hochul

ALBANY, N.Y. (WENY) -- Final preparations are underway for Governor Kathy Hochul's inauguration. The ceremony will take place on Jan. 1 at 2 p.m. It will officially start the governor's first full term in office. Hochul, 64, was originally elected as New

Elmira choral group to recognize prisoners of war at upcoming Christmas Concert
Elmira choral group to recognize prisoners of war at upcoming Christmas Concert

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- A local choral group will pay tribute to a piece of Elmira history this holiday season. The Cantata Singers will pay tribute to the men who were held at the Elmira Civil War prison camp in the World Premiere of their two new songs a

Meet Moon Dust, WENY's SPCA Pet of the Week!
Meet Moon Dust, WENY's SPCA Pet of the Week!

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Meet Moon Dust, WENY's Pet of the Week from the Chemung County Humane Society and SPCA! Moon Dust is a four-month-old domestic shorthair cat who gets her name from the little white speckles spread out on top of her black coat. Due t

Sunday's Buffalo Bills game moved to Ford Field in Detroit
Sunday's Buffalo Bills game moved to Ford Field in Detroit

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WENY) - Sunday's Buffalo Bills game vs the Cleveland Browns has been moved to Ford Field in Detroit due to the impending snowstorm set to hit the Buffalo area this weekend. The Bills and the NFL released the following statement on Thur

Southern Tier a cappella chorus recognized internationally, previews upcoming events
Southern Tier a cappella chorus recognized internationally, previews upcoming events

HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WENY) -- A Southern Tier performance group recognized internationally for its talent is looking to spread holiday cheer. Crystal Chords Women's a Cappella Chorus was recently recognized by Harmony, Inc. in multiple categories. Out of a g