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Hornell Steamers make it a dozen straight
Winning streak continues for Maple City ball club after besting the Rapids. From the Hornell Steamers, photo by JC’s Photography. The Hornell Steamers increased their winning streak to twelve games with a hard fought 8-5 victory over the Genesee Rapids on Tuesday night. Hornell now is 25-7-1 on the year and holds a five point lead over the Rapids for the top spot in the Western Division.
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.
Wellsville planning board pauses ACCORD housing project on Coats Street. What's next.
The development of a new six-unit townhome that generated strong turnout at a public hearing is awaiting signoff from the Wellsville village planning board. The planning board revealed it is not yet ready to make a recommendation on the project during its July meeting last week. The board conducted a well-attended public hearing May 30 to solicit community feedback on the proposal, which would construct a two-story housing project on Coats Street next to ACCORD’s Head Start Center, just off Route 19.
Hornell man arrested for allegedly stealing
CORNING, N.Y. (WENY) -- A 23-year-old man from Hornell, New York, was arrested after allegedly stealing property at a value over $50,000 in the Town of Corning. On July 14, 2024, Richard O. Snyder was charged with Grand Larceny in the Second Degree, which is a Class C Felony. The...
Trooper pulls child from pond
Ulysses, Pa. — State police pulled a mentally-handicapped child from a pond after reports the child was walking unsupervised along the roadway. Trp. Benjamin Sterling of state police at Coudersport was called to the 4400 block of Loucks Mills Road after a witness reported seeing a nude mentally-handicapped child walking in the roadway on July 5 around 8 a.m. By the time Sterling arrived, the child had wandered into a pond and was beginning to submerge, he said. After going into the water and pulling the child out, the child was returned to family members. Police did not say if anyone is being charged for the incident, which they reported as child endangerment.
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.
Board of Public Safety Appoints Wheatcraft & Morse as Provisional Firefighter Trainees
Mayor Buckley: “Being a firefighter is not just a career, it’s a lifestyle choice”. From City Hall, photo (from left): Commissioner David Parmley, Mayor John Buckley, Austin Wheatcraft, Justin Morse, Chief Frank Brzozowski. The Board of Public Safety unanimously approved appointments for Austin Wheatcraft and Justin Morse as...
Hornell man arrested for alleged theft, $50K in stolen property
CORNING, N.Y. (WETM) – A Hornell man has been arrested after an incident of theft in the Town of Corning. According to the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office, Richard O. Snyder, 23, was arrested on the charge of grand larceny in the second degree, a class C felony, after he allegedly stole heavy construction equipment worth […]
Racalto’s: Thank You for Your Generosity!
We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible support shown by our community for Racalto’s Roundup charity program. Thanks to your generosity, we proudly presented a $500 check to Palmesano Strong. Accepting the check were Mick Palmesano’s parents, Mike and Suzy, along with his sister Peggy and her husband.
Celebration of the Arts
OLEAN- As the TCAC continues to advocate for the entire region, the Celebration of the Arts, will continue to honor artists, arts organizations, or arts supporters from Allegany, Cattaraugus and Chautauqua counties. Winners will be celebrated at the Celebration of the Arts (COTA) on August 11th at the Palmer Opera...
Town Theatre of Short Tract to Perform “Godspell” July 18-20
Belfast’s Aidan Heaney directs a cast of ten local talented performers. Short Tract, NY — The Town Theatre of Short Tract is excited to announce its summer 2024 production of “Godspell,” directed by Aidan Heaney. “Godspell” reimagines the Gospel according to Matthew in a modern setting,...
18 Sports Plays of the Week – 07/16
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The 18 Sports Plays of the Week is back with more great highlights in local sports. The 18 Sports team showcases the top plays from the past week in the Twin Tiers. This week’s top honors include 5 major plays on the diamond. Brennen McCullough kicks-off this week’s list, with his […]
Steamers roll !! 11 wins in a row for Hornell’s hometown team
From the Hornell Steamers, photos by JC’s Photography. The Hornell Steamers won their 24th game of the season, eleventh in a row, 13-2 over the Horseheads Hitmen in an early contest at Williams Colucci Field. Hornell is now 24-7-1 on the season. Elijah Nichols (Arkansas State) didn’t want much...
Steamers roll past Hitmen for 11th straight victory
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WETM) – The Hornell Steamers just keep winning. Hornell defeated the Horseheads Hitmen on Monday, marking their 11th consecutive win. The Steamers took the dominant 13-2 win, in front of a packed crowd of young fans at Colucci-Williams Field. The NYCBL’s top team started the rare morning game with a bang, as Elijah […]
Wellsboro, CV to compete in 'Battle in the Bowl'
The Wellsboro and Cowanesque Valley football teams will be competing this Saturday, July 20 in Sayre in the second year of the Battle of the Bowl seven-on-seven tournament. The tournament will take place at the Lockhart Street Bowl with 10 teams competing including Elmira Heights, Susquehanna, Schuyler County, Horseheads, Sayre, Spencer-Van Etten, Waverly, Athens, Wellsboro, and CV in a tournament that features not only PA teams, but New York teams as well.
Bolivar-Richburg lists 4th-quarter honor rolls
BOLIVAR — Bolivar-Richburg Central School announced its honor rolls for the fourth quarter of the 2023-24 school year. Grade 12: David Abdo, Caden Allen, Trey Buchholz, Sarah Crawford, Anthony Densmore, Anthony Donoghue Jr, Cayden Gaines, Reiss Gaines, Caden Giardini, Kylee Gruber, Roman Johnston, Brian Learn, Destiny Learn, Travis Martin, Natasha Metz, Caleb Miller, Zachary Mitchell, Claire Pangburn, Alexandria Parker, Sarah Perkins, Trevor Pforter, Kayley Putnam-Bacon, Aydin Sisson, Aiden Smith, Kori Thomas, Brena Walp, Nebula Wilson-Smith.
James Lee Pierce
It is with great heartbreak and sadness that we announce the passing of James Lee Pierce on July 11, 2024. Jim was born January 10, 1945, in Friendship, New York, to the late Albert and Dorothy Pierce. He attended Friendship Central School and as a teenager worked the John Livergood...
Family Safe, Home Damaged After Blaze on Silver Cloud Lane in Knoxville
A house fire that took place Sunday evening in Knoxville has left a residence with severe damage, but thankfully, no injuries were reported. The Knoxville Fire Department responded to a distress call at around 6:30 p.m. in the 1800 block of Silver Cloud Lane. WVLT reported that a woman alerted the authorities after finding her home filled with smoke and noting that her husband had re-entered the property.
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