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Ithaca’s Jenna Plue reflects on stellar season at Corning CC
Since the turn of the century, the Corning Community College softball team has cemented itself as one of the top junior college teams in the entire nation. This past season, their standout player hailed from Ithaca. Jenna Plue wrapped up her lone campaign with the Red Barons in late May,...
Bail reduction denied for getaway driver in Chemung Deputy hit-and-run case
Fatiuna Massaline, the 24-year-old Ithaca woman accused of driving the getaway car in a hit-and-run that critically injured Chemung County Investigator Deputy Mike Theetge, appeared in Chemung County Court. Despite pleading "not guilty" to assaulting a police officer in April, her motion to reduce the $500,000 bail was denied, with...
New Langdon Mansion exhibit opens in Elmira
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) — Chemung County residents have a chance to see inside the former Langdon Mansion at a new exhibit in Elmira. The Chemung County Historical Society (CCHS) opened its museum’s newest exhibit “Grand, Domestic and Truly Comfy: The Langdon Mansion in Elmira” on June 28. According to the historical society, this exhibit will […]
Dazzling array of fireworks shows planned for Fourth of July
This Fourth of July, revelers have multiple options for enjoying fireworks displays. Corning's Gaffer District, Watkins Glen's "Fireworks on the Water," and Hammondsport's Fireman's Carnival are all hosting events on Thursday, with an additional show at Taughannock Falls on Friday.
Fourth of July water safety
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) –With the Fourth of July coming up, many people will be swimming in the Chemung River. The Friends of the Chemung River Watershed is a nonprofit organization that relocated to North Main Street and will host a grand opening on July 11th. The organization works to protect and preserve the Chemung River. “One […]
Parents, kids can now be charged for using Orbeez guns in Elmira
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – In a unanimous 5-0 vote Monday night, the Elmira City Council approved a revised law that toughens penalties for shooting “Orbeez” style pellet guns in public. Toy guns that shoot beads filled with water and gel have grown in popularity. A social media challenge where users record videos of random people […]
Milling and paving to take place in the City of Elmira
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The City of Elmira Department of Public Works has announced an upcoming milling and paving project on City streets. The project will begin on Monday, July 8, with milling that will take place until Friday, June 12. Paving of the streets will occur between Wednesday, July 10, and Tuesday, July 16, […]
Keeping your pets safe during fireworks
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) –Over the Fourth of July holiday there are always a lot of dogs who run away from their homes due to fireworks. On June 15th, dog owner Janice Dooley faced the unimaginable when her dog Bruce ran away. “Bruce was let outside. We have a fence in the backyard, and we didn’t know […]
EOP to host Garden STEMMED Club on Tuesdays
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The Economic Opportunity Program will be hosting a weekly Garden STEMMED Club for students at the Ernie Davis Community Center. The program will begin on Tuesday, July 19, and will take place from 11 a.m. to noon for students in first through twelfth grade. The program is a garden-based 4-H club […]
Elmira School District launches free summer lunch program for kids and teens
Starting July 8th through August 16th, the Elmira School District, in collaboration with the Southern Tier Food Bank, will be operating the 2024 Summer Food Program. The initiative provides free lunches to children and teens under 18 at various locations around Elmira, including Elmira High School, Southside Community Center, Grove Park, and Blandford Park.
What $40 million in Tech Hub funding will mean for future of Western New York
It was announced Tuesday that a major $40 million in federal funding was granted to the Buffalo-Rochester-Syracuse region thanks to a special Tech Hub designation for the region. How will that impact the region’s future? Read more from WBEN:
Massive New York Ice Cream Recall: Many Popular Items May Kill
The recall includes Friendly’s, Hershey's and many other very popular national brands. The FDA confirmed the massive ice cream recall on Monday. Below are photos and names of some of the recalled products:. Note: these photos don't show every recalled item. CLICK HERE for the full list from the...
$40 Million Boost Announced for New York’s Veterans – Find Out Who’s Benefiting
In a significant move to bolster New York State's nonprofit sector, more than $40 million in capital grants has been announced for 136 nonprofit organizations. The funding, allocated through the Nonprofit Infrastructure Capital Investment Program (NICIP) and the Veterans’ Nonprofit Capital Program (VNCP), aims to address critical infrastructure needs and enhance services for veterans and families across the state.
Pizzeria With 150 New York Locations Confirms Closures, More At Risk
A popular pizzeria is closing about 20 locations and officials fear over 100 more are in danger. Pizza Hut suddenly shut down several restaurants. Pizza Hut shut down 19 locations across two states. Four are in Ohio while 15 are located in Indiana, Eat This, Not That Reports. There are...
Man Stuck in New York Cave for Hours Rescued
A 20-year-old man had to be rescued from a cave in upstate New York. If you spend time hiking on any of the numerous trails across New York it's probably a good idea to avoid going into any caves you might come across because it could end up being a situation you aren't able to get yourself out of.
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