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A peek at the World’s Smallest Diner in Watkins Glen
WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (WETM) – If you’ve ever driven through Watkins Glen, you’ve probably seen the World’s Smallest Diner. But, what is it and how long has it been here? 83-year-old Gerry Collins has run the diner for the past ten years. “Everybody’s gotta do what they enjoy. There’s no sense in just sitting around […]
What Are These Colossal Boats Doing in the Hudson River?
Hudson Valley residents may notice a new guest on the Hudson River recently: a massive boat slowly making its way south to New York City. The ship is like nothing that has floated on the Hudson River before. It's not a barge, a dredger, or even a cruise ship. Instead, it's a specialized vehicle that is part of a huge international project.
Breen’s Market in Williamson to close in September
WILLIAMSON, N.Y. (WROC) — Breen’s Market in September will be closing next month. The family grocer opened in 1908, first as a meat market, and has been in Williamson for over 40 years. In a Facebook post, the grocer thanked its customers, and employees for their years of dedication. Breen’s said in a statement that […]
Now closed: Zarpentine Farms in Hilton
HILTON, N.Y. (WROC) — Zarpentine Farms in Hilton announced their immediate closure on Facebook on Monday. The family farm was known for fresh apples and cider, produce, veggies, and other foodstuff, as well as fall and winter favorite baked goods. Zarpentine Farms thanked the community for the opportunity to serve Hilton on their Facebook post. […]
Webster residents warned of coyote sightings on nature trails
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Webster police are warning residents of recent coyote sightings in the area. Officers said they have received calls about coyotes in the area of the Webster Park and Whiting Road Nature Preserve trails. The reports indicate the coyotes are coming dangerously close to people walking on the trail and even stalking […]
Forgotten WW2 history found during clock tower renovations in Elmira
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – A nearly 4-million-dollar renovation of the clock tower at City Hall has revealed a forgotten piece of World War Two history. Crews discovered an air raid siren that was installed in the tower after the Elmira area became a possible target for bombing raids. “It’s neat. I’m glad that we’re going […]
Rumble Ponies Fend Off Fightin Phils In Saturday Matchup
Binghamton picks up their fourth win of the series against Reading winning on Saturday 5-3. The Fightin Phils would get on the board in the top half of the first inning before Kevin Parada would drive in Wyatt Young in the bottom half to end the first inning in a 1-1 tie.
Camden Football is Hoping to Get Back to Winning Ways with Renewed Focus on Defense and an Appreciation for the Community
CAMDEN, N.Y. -- Camden Football is entering year number eight with Jake Bates as head coach. The team finished just under .500 a season ago, with a mark of 4-5. However, two years ago, the team almost made it to the JMA Wireless Dome, falling in the Class B Semifinal to Homer.
Two Men Allegedly Lead Police on High Speed Chase Through Sullivan and Orange
New York State Police said that they pursued two suspects from Westchester County, that lead them on a high speed chase that took them through two counties. The chase took police on two of the areas busier state routes, and then ended with a crash on the New York Thruway.
31 Years Ago Sara Anne Wood Disappeared, Search Continues Today
August 18th marks a solemn anniversary in Central New York. It's the tragic day 12-year-old Sara Anne Wood disappeared from a rural road near her Frankfort home. 31 years ago, on August 18, 1993, Sara vanished while riding her bike home from bible school at Norwich Corners Church on Roberts Road. Her abductor, Lewis S. Lent Jr. eventually confessed to kidnapping and murdering Sara while in custody for another child crime. He's currently serving a life sentence without parole.
33-year-old pays $2,100/month to live with 23 roommates in Brooklyn—take a look inside
In a city as notoriously expensive as New York, it's common to see people in their late 20s and early 30s living with roommates to help manage the high cost of living. But Ishan Abeysekera has taken that to the next level with his current living situation in Brooklyn: a communal building that he shares with a whopping 23 other people.
Deputies ask for help finding missing 16-year-old Oneida County girl
Vienna, N.Y. — Oneida County sheriff’s deputies are asking for help finding a missing 16-year-old girl. Lillianna S. Clark was last seen around 11:45 p.m. Friday night leaving her Vienna home in an unknown vehicle, deputies said. She left without her cell phone and her family has not...
Attorneys for Buffalo Diocese discussed statewide settlement in May
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Attorneys for the Buffalo Diocese are in discussions about joining the seven other dioceses across New York for a statewide settlement to hundreds of priest sex abuse cases. According to court documents and people closely related to the church’s bankruptcy filing, the pool of money from which the settlement could be […]
New York: Watch Out for These Dancing Insects – They Hurt!
This summer, New Yorkers may come across a curious sight: thousands of white fluffy insects dancing on local beech trees. While these tiny dancers (check out how they shake it in the video below) may look fun, their name, as well as their painful defense mechanism, are no joke. Dancing...
New York Walmart Makes Major Change To Self-Checkout
After an increase in thefts, a New York Walmart has made a massive change to its self-checkout lanes. Customers at one Walmart will be limited when it comes to using self-checkouts. Do You To Show Your Receipt At Walmart In New York?. If a Walmart exit greeter asks you for...
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