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One person injured after being hit by car in Elmira
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – One person has been injured after being hit by a car on Monday morning in Elmira. According to an 18 News reporter at the scene, one person was seen being wheeled into an ambulance on Monday, July 22, around 11 a.m. at the intersection of East Water Street and Washington Street […]
Elmira woman arrested on felony drug charges after traffic stop
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) — An Elmira woman was arrested on Wednesday after police say officers found drugs in her car during a traffic stop. According to the New York State Police, 46-year-old Bobbi Jo Cardona was arrested on Wednesday, July 17, on several felony drug charges while having a warrant out for her arrest. State […]
Habitat for Humanity ReStore to reopen in Corning
STEUBEN COUNTY, N.Y. (WENY) – The Steuben County Habitat for Humanity Restore will reopen it's doors on August 9th, 2024 after a year long closure due to a fire in July 2023. Located at 3412 State Route 414 in Corning, the store is set to resume normal business hours.
Corning ReStore announces reopening date on state Route 414. Here's when it will return.
After a yearlong closure due to a devastating fire, the Steuben County Habitat for Humanity ReStore will reopen Friday, Aug. 9 at 3412 State Route 414 in Corning. Jonathan Wylie, ReStore Manager, said the store will be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on...
Biden stepping aside 'changes the dynamic' in race against Trump: Southern Tier reaction.
Southern Tier Democrats say Kamala Harris will be a "dynamic candidate," while local Republicans believe she is more unpopular than President Biden. President Joe Biden's decision to drop his reelection bid and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris to take his place as the nominee will provide a big boost for Democrats this fall.
Southport's Cherry Lane Park Faces Water Shutoff Amid Ongoing Town Controversy
SOUTHPORT, N.Y. (WENY) -- Cherry Lane Park might not have trailer homes much longer after the remaining tenants were informed the water would be shut off on Monday, July 22nd because of an unpaid water bill. Only seven trailers are left at Southport's Cherry Lane Mobile Home Park after 10 were demolished last September.
Elmira’s historic First Baptist Church is crumbling. Will it be saved?
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The historic First Baptist Church at Wisner Park, which has stood in Elmira for 132 years, is falling apart. The Elmira Code Department says there is “imminent danger of collapsing bricks on the exterior of the structure.” Signs posted on the doors on June 11th say the structure is “unsafe.” The […]
Steuben County Habitat for Humanity to reopen after yearlong restoration project
CORNING, N.Y. (WETM) — After a fire last July destroyed much of the Habitat for Humanity in Corning, construction to get the building operational again is almost finished. According to officials with Habitat for Humanity, the Corning ReStore location at 3412 state Route 414 is scheduled to reopen on Friday, August 9. The release states […]
16-year-old in stable condition after falling off roof of speeding vehicle in Elmira
Elmira police said a 16-year-old boy was hospitalized Monday after falling off the roof of a motor vehicle as it sped along Walnut Street overnight. Police said they responded to the 300 block of Walnut at about 1:24 a.m. after receiving reports of a motor vehicle crash and a "pedestrian with injuries."
148th Troy Fair underway in Bradford County
TROY, Pa. — Food, animals, rides, it could only mean one thing: the 148th Troy Fair is underway in Bradford County. There is a little something for everyone at the fairgrounds. "We got a new Transformer car; we got a drone show tonight and tomorrow night, which is new...
Teen injured after falling off the roof of a car in Elmira
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) — A teen was taken to the hospital early Monday morning after police said he fell off the roof of a car. According to the Elmira Police Department, around 1:24 a.m. on Monday, July 22, police responded to the 300 block of Walnut Street for a reported incident involving a 16-year-old male […]
Troy Fairgoers impacted by Route 6 bridge detour
TROY, Pa. — While many people come to the Troy Fair from all over, some had trouble getting here because the Route 6 bridge in Troy Township is closed. Last month, an oversized load struck the bridge, and PennDOT is currently working to restore it. "It's a real problem...
More sunshine returns today but chances for isolated showers this evening are still present
Elmira, N.Y. (WETM)- Several mid and upper-level disturbances keep showers in the forecast today and tomorrow. How much rain will we see? Details below:. After last night’s round of light, steady showers, most are drying off throughout the rest of this morning. By the late afternoon, spotty isolated showers return and continue throughout the rest of the day. Temperatures today are in the mid-80s.
The Maloney family service project: helping people in Elmira
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Tables and supplies lined the Maloney Family driveway as they turned their family reunion into a service project that helps those in the community who are in need. Since October 2023, members of the Maloney family have been buying and gathering personal care items such as...
Back to School Drive for Chemung and Schuyler Counties
CHEMUNG & SCHUYLER COUNTIES, N.Y. (WENY) -- If you want to help a child in need who is heading back to school in the upcoming months, Catholic Charities is hosting a Back-to-School Drive. Donations of new school supplies are now being accepted until August 14th. Although some local school districts...
Wanted New York State Man Arrested After Falling Through Ceiling
A man in New York state, who was wanted by police on three felonies, had thought he had found the perfect hiding spot from authorities. He thought wrong. Thing is, police didn't even have to try very hard to bust his cover either. The suspect basically gave himself up to police on his own.
Police: teen injured after falling off roof of car being driven through Elmira
CHEMUNG COUNTY, N.Y. (WENY) -- A 16 year-old male was injured after falling off the roof of a car as it was driven through Elmira on July 22, 2024 at about 1:30 a.m. Elmira Police say it happened on Walnut Street, and that witnesses on the scene claimed that a 16 year-old male was standing on the roof of a car as it was driven at high speeds.
Hats & High Tea at the Penn Wells Hotel
The historic Penn Wells Hotel will be hosting renown milliner Christine A. Moore for a unique “Hat and High Tea” event on July 27 at 11:30 a.m. Christine has designed hats for countless celebrities, appeared on the Today Show a total of eight times, and had her hats featured in Vanity Fair among many other fashion magazines. She is best know for her one-of-a-kind Kentucky Derby hats and can be found cycling around Wellsboro whenever she is able to get away from her New York City studio and grueling travel schedule.
Corning hosts basketball players for tournament
CORNING, N.Y. (WETM) — The Gus Macker Basketball Tournament drew many spectators to watch basketball players compete in Corning. The tournament has been hosting games across the country for 50 years, and it was the first time it was held in Corning. The games took place in the parking lot at Corning Credit Union. Some […]
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