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Rabies ‘Outbreak’ Identified In Upstate New York
New York State is receiving emergency funding to address "outbreaks" of rabies. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) just approved the release of nearly $19 million in emergency funding to address current wildlife rabies outbreaks in at least seven states, including New York. USDA Addresses Wildlife Rabies Outbreaks in Several...
New York State Police Officer Suspended and Facing Charges in Alleged Robbery
It goes without saying that police officers, whether they're village, town, city or state police, when they make an arrest it's because they are dealing with someone who broke the law. Vast majority of the time, those people are regular, everyday civilians, however on occasion, police officers deal with more attention grabbing individuals, maybe some celebrity, a politician, or in this case one of their own.
Steuben County Father and Son Charged in Capitol Riot
Federal prosecutors say 53-year-old Charles Schimmel Senior and 23-year-old Logan Schimmel were among the first rioters inside the Capitol Building as the chaos broke out. They stayed inside the building for an hour. The two were identified in surveillance footage. Once they left the building, the two Prattsburgh men remained...
CU-Lock Haven and Mansfield campuses awarded GEARUP grant to host summer camp
Commonwealth University Lock Haven and Mansfield campuses were awarded funding through a grant from the PA State GEAR UP, U.S. Department of Education to host a summer camp designed to increase student achievement through data-driven decisions, develop a sustainable college-going culture and establish a shared community vision for equitable college access and success.
I cried for 2 days over the worst haircut – it was like the hairdresser used a hacksaw, I fixed it with kitchen scissors
A WOMAN was left crying for days after a disastrous trip to her local salon. She explained that she ended up with a completely different haircut to what she asked for, leading to her having to fix it herself. Olivia Day shared the entire journey with her TikTok followers, documenting...
How to prevent the next Steuben County flood? Officials push for easier stream cleanouts
As southern Steuben County continues to dig out from its second devastating flood in the last three years, public officials are advocating for changes in state policy they believe could help mitigate damage the next time a major storm hits. If local crews had the OK to clear out and stabilize streams...
'People are overwhelmed': Army of volunteers push flood cleanup forward in Canisteo
The army of volunteers had grabbed a quick breakfast arranged by Mayor Monica Recktenwald, been divided into work groups and were chomping at the bit, ready to charge out the Canisteo Fire Hall doors and help a flood-ravaged community recover from Tropical Storm Debby flooding. But first, Beverly Flannery had a message to...
India Day Returns to Corning's Centerway Square this Weekend
CORNING, N.Y. (WENY) -- The Southern Tier India Cultural Association invites everyone to India Day 2024 on Saturday, August 17th. The day of celebration is taking over Corning's Centerway Square starting at 10 a.m. India Day will offer visitors an experience of the diverse culture and food. There will also...
Community Kids Day to return to Mansfield
MANSFIELD, Pa. (WETM) – A Community Kids Day event is coming to the borough of Mansfield next weekend. Strohecker Vision Care is hosting its 7th annual Community Kids Day event on Saturday, Aug. 24, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Smythe Park. The event will feature a variety of free fun for kids to […]
$7.1M investment made in Pennsylvania for EV stations to include a Pizza Hut along the Turnpike
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Another round of investments is being made by the Shapiro administration to bring more EV stations to businesses including a Pizza Hut right off the Pennsylvania Turnpike. The $7.1 million comes is part of Round 1B of federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) funding. The Shapiro administration said it represents their […]
Police warn against drunk driving ahead of Labor Day Weekend
The Delaware Port Authority is urging drivers to celebrate Labor Day Weekend safely by thinking before they get behind the wheel. “Keeping the roads clear of impaired drivers must continue to be a priority for law enforcement officers throughout this country,” Delaware River Port Authority Police Department’s Lt. Sean Longfellow said. “There is no excuse […]
Industrial Accident: Man Dies in Concrete Wall Collapse in New York Scrap Yard!
A tragic accident occurred at a scrap yard in New York State early Tuesday morning, leading to the death of a worker. The incident happened when a concrete wall, weakened by an accidental impact, collapsed onto the worker. According to wpdh.com, the accident took place in the Village of Bath....
Government Aid for Expensive Losses Far Off in Flood Torn Communities
A woman in Knoxville, Pennsylvania pointed at the side of the house where she lived. “It bent my foundation in; the force of the water was that strong." In her basement, a furnace was flooded. While August days are warm, cold nights come quick in the northern tier. Across the...
Tioga County Flood Update | Following August 15, 2024
Flood Debby on Friday August 9th, 2024 severely damaged portions of the Cowanesque Valley in Tioga County, particularly the Westfield, Knoxville and Potter Brook areas. Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency deployed an Incident Management Team to Tioga County on August 13, 2024 to support recovery operations. This includes a cadre of specialists trained in disaster response and recovery operations. The team consists of personnel from PEMA, State Police, Dept. of Corrections, Dept. of Health and DCNR. The deployment will last until August 22nd, unless extended.
PEMA arrives to Tioga County to aid in recovery and help residents with insurance
WESTFIELD, P.A. (WENY) -- Providing insurance help to homeowners affected by flooding in Tioga County, Pennsylvania is a process that officials are just getting started on and, it's a difficult one for those who don't have all the information. Many residents in Westfield have already filed claims under their homeowner's...
Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) to Open in Tioga County, PA
WESTFIELD, PA (WENY) -- Tioga County will open a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) to help connect people with resources to begin the recovery process from flash flooding that hit the area on August 9th. The MARC will be open Thursday and Friday from 12PM - 8PM, and Saturday from 10AM...
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