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Legal cannabis, new gaming bar & more happening at former vacant building in downtown Elmira
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Pios sweep Geneva, while Hitmen split with Dansville in doubleheaders
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The Elmira Pioneers picked up another doubleheader sweep, while the Hitmen closed out their regular season schedule at home. The Pios swept Geneva to celebrate Military Appreciation Night at Dunn Field, on Friday. Meanwhile, the Hitmen split a twin bill against Dansville, to close out their regular season home slate. In […]
Former Manos Diner Site Could Become Dollar General
ELMIRA HEIGHTS, NY (WENY) -- A former diner could soon be torn down to make way for a brand new Dollar General in Elmira Heights. The former Manos Diner is on the agenda for the Chemung County Planning Board on July 25th. A Pennsylvania-based developer is requesting site plan approval to demolish the diner and parking lot at 2048 Pennsylvania Avenue. They would then build a 12,000 square foot Dollar General store.
Watch: Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman throws the first pitch in Yankee Stadium
We all knew this was coming, Notre Dame football head coach Marcus Freeman has thrown out another first pitch at a Major League Baseball game. This time it came in New York, as the Yankees invited the Irish leader along with multiple players out for the event. Although this is the new version of their historic stadium, it still has that baseball feel.
Legal cannabis, new gaming bar & more happening at former vacant building in downtown Elmira
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – After being vacant for several years, the “Water Street Place” building in downtown Elmira is being transformed into several new businesses. A new gaming bar called “The Playground” is getting ready for its grand opening, after a soft opening three weeks ago. “We’re a family partnership, a family business,” said Kaylen […]
Clouds increase overnight with more warmth for the weekend
Elmira, N.Y. (WETM) – Clouds increase overnight with more warmth for the weekend. Then showers return as we get into midweek. More details below:. Clouds will be on the increase primarily after midnight. Otherwise it will be cool and calm throughout the night. Lows will drop into the mid to upper fifties.
Elmira updates progress on $3.7 million City Hall clock tower restoration
The City of Elmira has updated Big Fox on the ongoing $3.7 million City Hall clock tower restoration project. The project, which includes repairing the roof to address structural integrity issues, has been unveiled this week after months of being covered by a tarp. Despite visible progress, the City has...
New tobacco shop opening near Elmira College after “stop work” order
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – 18 News confirmed the opening of “Tokz Exotics” on College Avenue is moving forward after the Elmira Code Department issued a “Stop Work” order last month. The Code Department told us the business will sell “tobacco and tobacco-related” products. The tobacco shop is being built at the former location of a […]
Golf Tips: Storm damage and golf
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – With summertime comes the potential for stormy weather, and if you’re out golfing at the time of a storm, it’s not just lightning that you need to worry about but also high winds and flying debris. 18 News’ Rich Tanner speaks with PGA...
Inmate at Chemung County Jail faces additional charges after soup attack
The Chemung County Sheriff's Office reports that Brendan Crowley, an inmate at the Chemung County Jail, is facing new charges after an incident on Monday where he poured hot soup on another inmate, causing significant burns. The investigation has resulted in Crowley being charged with assault in the second degree.
Elmira man arrested for allegedly breaking into JCPenney in Big Flats
An Elmira man has been arrested after he allegedly broke into the JCPenney store in Big Flats. According to the Chemung County Sheriff’s Office, 61-year-old Eric J. Williams allegedly used a large rock to break through the glass doors of the store and sustained a cut on his arm during the incident.
John W. Jones Museum to receive $45K grant for expansion
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The John W. Jones Museum will be receiving a $45,000 grant, as announced by Congressman Nick Langworthy. The grant comes from the Appalachian Regional Commission and will be used to fund plans for the expansion of the museum. This grant will be matched by an additional $45,000 from local sources, which […]
Elmira Pioneers earn walk-off win over Niagara
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The Elmira Pioneers saved the best for last Thursday night. Elmira scored the game-winning run in walk-off fashion at Dunn Field beating Niagara 13-12. In a wild back-and-forth game, Matt Leahy delivered an RBI single for the decisive game-winning hit in the bottom of the ninth as the Pioneers remained in […]
Federal appeals court rules Elmira wedding photographer's lawsuit against NY can proceed
A ruling by a federal appeals court has breathed new life into a lawsuit brought against New York state by an Elmira wedding photographer. Early in 2021, Emilee Carpenter, represented by the Alliance Defending Freedom, filed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of New York's anti-discrimination laws. Carpenter's suit claims a...
Billion Dollar Wind Turbine Project Set For Western New York
Chicago-based investors are working with four Southern Tier counties on a series of wind turbine developments whose final price tag could top $1 billion - with the largest percentage to be spent in Cattaraugus County. Alle-Catt Wind Energy LLC, the development team behind the project, has proposed to build 83...
New York State Police Say SUV Hit Amish Buggy And Drove Off
Less than a week after a Kia Sedona allegedly hit an Amish horse-drawn carriage on State Route 3, offcials say another vehicle has struck a buggy. This time, the crash lead to the death of a teenage occupant, says police. One country Sheriff has a message for drivers in New...
New York State Women of Distinction Award goes to: Daisy Rivera Algarin
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The New York State Women of Distinction Award was presented to Daisy Rivera Algarin Friday. She received the recognition due to her decades of work as a community servant bettering the Greater Rochester Area, and for her focus on empowering the Latina community. Daisy Rivera Algarin is a co-founder and current […]
At least 7 in New York sickened in listeria outbreak linked to deli meats
NEW YORK – At least seven people in New York state have been sickened in a listeria outbreak linked to deli meats.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating over two dozen cases across 12 states.As of Friday, 28 people have been sickened and hospitalized, with the most cases reported in New York state. Two people in New Jersey have been sickened, and one death has been reported. No cases have been reported in Connecticut.The first case was reported May 29, and the most recent illness connected to the outbreak was reported July 5. The patients range in age...
Western New York continues to set more warm weather records...and we're not done
(WKBW-TV) BUFFALO, NY — It's report card time! Report card time for the climatological summer, that is, as we are now half way through that time frame, which runs June 1 to August 31. If you thought it's been a warm one, you'd be correct. The numbers in the...
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