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Storm cleanup in Addison; crews remove large trees
ADDISON, N.Y. (WETM) – Thousands in the Twin Tiers are still without power and part of the reason for that is fallen trees. 18 News spoke with crews cleaning up the mess about why so many trees came down. Crews are continuing to remove debris in Steuben County. Specifically, in the Village of Addison. “There […]
The life and resurrection of Hornell’s Jeff Wilson
The stories, cliches, stigmas, and stereotypes about drug addicts have rarely changed in my lifetime. Constant news about overdose deaths, reports of drug related crime, and mugshots of addicts are part of our daily “news.” We don’t hear about those who escape death, who are saved by society, and people who are loved despite all the hazards of addiction.
Person treated for burns after fire in Cameron Mills
CAMERON MILLS, N.Y. (WENY) -- At least one person was treated for burns after an apparent mobile home caught on fire in Cameron Mills Tuesday evening. The building on Bald Hill Rd. appears to be completely destroyed. Calls for emergency crews to respond initially came out around 4:45 p.m. Heavy...
Bridge closure coming up in Steuben County
ARKPORT, N.Y. (WETM) – A bridge in Steuben County will be closed next week for repairs. According to the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office, the bridge on Hurlbut Street that goes over Marsh Ditch between State Route 36 and Davenport Street in the Village of Arkport and Town of Hornellsville will be closed to all through […]
US Army Corps of Engineers to update master plan for Almond Lake and the Arkport Dam
Land Classification changes could have big impact, public comment period open until August 14. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District (USACE- Baltimore) is in the process of updating the Master Plans for the USACE owned and operated Almond Lake and Arkport Dam. The purpose of the Almond Lake 2024 Master Plan and the Arkport Dam 2024 Master Plan is to provide guidance for stewardship of natural resources and management for long-term public access to, and use of, the natural resources at Almond Lake and Arkport Dam, including the land classification of the USACE-managed lands. Land classifications are established in the 2024 Master Plans and are fundamental to project land management. Land classifications provide for development and resource management consistent with authorized purposes and other federal laws. The 2024 Master Plans provide a comprehensive description of the USACE project, a discussion of factors influencing resource management and development, new resource management objectives, a synopsis of public involvement and input into the planning process, descriptions of existing development, and considerations of future development activities.
2024 Allegany County Fair 4-H Dog Show Results – Angelica, NY
Scio’s Ben Eshelman is a triple Grand Champion!!. 4-H held the Dog Show on Saturday, July 13th. Our judge was Kim Wilson of Dansville, NY. Kim has been a small animal Veterinarian for 20 years. This is her third year judging Dog Obedience. She attended Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in St. Kitts. Listed below are Dog Show results.
Letting Freedom Ring on Beach 133rd
Beach 133rd, the self-proclaimed “Best Block on the Rock” celebrated its annual July 4th parade and breakfast for Independence Day. The newest neighbors, The Gabbert Family, were welcomed to the block as neighbors wished Larry and Ellen Gray health and happiness in their new home in Breezy. What a great way to kick off the summer!
WATCH: Wellsville native Brigadier General Jason Curl assumes command of Fort Johnson, Louisiana
Fort Johnson is home to the Joint Readiness Training Center. Welcome to the official video of the BG Curl Assumption of Command Ceremony at Fort Johnson! 🎖️✨ In this special ceremony, Brigadier General Jason Curl officially takes command of JRTC and Fort Johnson, marking a significant moment in our post’s history. Witness the formal transition of leadership, featuring the ceremonial exchange of colors, inspiring speeches, and a display of military tradition that underscores the commitment and dedication of our armed forces. Thank you for watching and supporting our military community! #FortJohnson #BGCurl #AssumptionOfCommand #MilitaryCeremony #Leadership.
Graffiti-marred Hornell pedestrian underpass getting surveillance system. What we know.
A Hornell pedestrian underpass long known for R-rated "art" and other mischief is getting a functioning surveillance system for the first time in decades, according to city officials. There has not been a working camera inside the Buffalo Street underpass opposite the police station since the last century, city officials...
Alfred State featured in Higher Education Review magazine
Alfred State agricultural programs of the top ten “most promising” colleges in the nation. From Alfred State College, pictured is a Alfred State student work with the animals on the college farm. Alfred State College’s agriculture programs were recently featured as the cover story in an international publication,...
Several tastes of New York available in Grove
Mountain Grove residents may be 1,100 miles from New York City, but thanks to the new MO Eats location on 20th St., they are now enjoying countless fresh food options found solely in the most populated city in the world. Former City Administrator Tim Schook, his wife, Pam, who previously...
George A. Bowen, Jr.
Galeton, Pa. — George A. Bowen, Jr., 85, of Galeton, Pa. died Tuesday, July 16, 2024 in his home. Born Sept. 30, 1938 in Blossburg, he was the son of George A. and Hilma M. Hakes Bowen. The family resided in Wellsboro and Spring City, and in 1945 moved to Galeton, where his parents established the Bow Inn. The Bow Inn started out selling gasoline and a snack bar, like the modern mini mart, eventually adding a motel, which they operated for many years.
Under The Tuscan Influence: Via Cassia In Hudson
New Hudson restaurant Via Cassia offers an authentic taste of Italy without ever leaving the Rural Intelligence region. Via Cassia opened its doors on Warren Street on March 14 in the former site of the beloved Ca’Mea Restaurant,. A fixture of the old-guard Hudson dining scene for two decades, it closed at the start of 2024. Fans of the previous restaurant will be glad to learn that the space passed to a chef committed to continuing and elevating the tradition of Italian cuisine.
The Sportsman's Corner
I recently re-read the late Jim Bashline’s “Night Fishing for Trout,” a fly-fishing book published in 1973. Bashline’s book was unique since it was a departure from the usual treatises about matching fly hatches during daylight hours. I probably should not have re-read the book since...
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