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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.
Workshop on grant for women and girls programs coming up
CORNING, N.Y. (WETM) — The Fund for Women (FFW) of the Southern Tier is holding a workshop to help local non-profits that support women and girls apply for its $150,000 grant. The FFW is looking to help one local non-profit organization fund programming that addresses unmet or underserved needs of women and girls in Chemung, […]
Corning Red Sox’s Hess takes a trip down memory lane
CORNING, N.Y. (WETM) – Monday was a day of legendary stories in Corning baseball history. At the center of the discussion was former Corning Red Sox player, Gary Hess, who visited the Corning Historical Society for a special purpose. Last week, the CHS unveiled a brand new exhibit in honor of the rich history of […]
NYSP Wall of Honor – Today we remember Trooper Nicholas F. Clark
Trooper Nicholas F. Clark, 29, was killed on July 2, 2018, when he responded to a report of a suicidal male in the town of Erwin, Steuben County. During the incident, the suspect exited the rear of the house and fired a shot, striking and killing Trooper Clark. The suspect...
Dozens Honored at Vietnam-Era Veterans Pinning Ceremony
HORSEHEADS, NY (WENY) -- Vietnam-Era veterans from Chemung, Schuyler, and Steuben Counties were recognized at a pinning ceremony at Horseheads High School on Tuesday afternoon. The pinning ceremony was hosted by Congressman Nick Langworthy in partnership with the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration. "The ceremony today was very...
Why these candidates are running for New York's 133rd District seat
The two candidates are running to succeed incumbent Marjorie Byrnes, who is not seeking re-election. The New York Assembly, 133rd District, includes all of Livingston County and portions of Ontario, Monroe, Steuben and Wyoming counties. Andrea Bailey (R, C) Andrea Bailey was born and raised in Avon and for the...
Victaulic to build $100 million expansion, add more jobs to Lawrenceville foundry
LAWRENCEVILLE, PA. (WENY) -- Victaulic, the company that runs a foundry in Lawrenceville, is expanding its property and creating 214 new jobs in Tioga County, according to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The company is planning to spend $100 million to add a 150,000 square-foot expansion to the property. New molding...
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 […]
Bob's Stores is closing all New England locations. What it means in New Hampshire
Bob's Stores is closing all of its store locations, including one in Hampshire. The discount retailer announced it's closing all of its locations throughout Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York and Rhode Island. The only New Hampshire location is located at 1400 Oaklawn Ave. in Cranston. Bob's Stores President Dave Barton said the company's financial struggles led...
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, […]
New Civic Engagement Opportunities for SUNY Students
SUNY Students Encouraged To Apply Here for 500 Paid Civic and Service Internships. In a move to foster civic responsibility and community service among its student body, SUNY is launching the Empire State Service Corps Program. This initiative, led by Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado, expands paid civic and service opportunities for SUNY students.
New York: Don’t Leave These Items Unattended in Your Backyard
A deer in New York was saved just minutes from death in a New York neighborhood this week. Rescue workers said the tragedy could have been avoided all together if more attention was paid to items left unattended in the homeowner's backyard. From upstate New York to Long Island, many...
Popular Pharmacy Closing Under Performing Stores in New York?
A big-name pharmacy chain has announced they are planning to close a "significant portion" of its 8,000 stores in the U.S. Back in June 2023, we told you that Walgreens was planning to close 150 locations in the United States by the end of the following summer (2024) after the company missed profit expectations again.
2 People Wanted By New York State Police
Do you know either of these two individuals? New York State Police want to speak to them in connection to a crime. New York State Police at Homer need your help in identifying these two suspects - a male and a female. Trooper responded to a call at the Walmart on Bennie Road in Cortlandville on May 14, 2024. It was reported that the two suspects left the store with a full cart of items and did not try to pay for the items. The suspects fled the Walmart in a black pickup truck. Despite their best efforts, Troopers have not been able to locate the suspects and need the public's help identifying them. If you have any information, please call New York State Police at (607)561-7400.
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