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Elmira woman arrested on felony drug charges after traffic stop
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) — An Elmira woman was arrested on Wednesday after police say officers found drugs in her car during a traffic stop. According to the New York State Police, 46-year-old Bobbi Jo Cardona was arrested on Wednesday, July 17, on several felony drug charges while having a warrant out for her arrest. State […]
Southport's Cherry Lane Park Faces Water Shutoff Amid Ongoing Town Controversy
SOUTHPORT, N.Y. (WENY) -- Cherry Lane Park might not have trailer homes much longer after the remaining tenants were informed the water would be shut off on Monday, July 22nd because of an unpaid water bill. Only seven trailers are left at Southport's Cherry Lane Mobile Home Park after 10 were demolished last September.
Steuben County Habitat for Humanity to reopen after yearlong restoration project
CORNING, N.Y. (WETM) — After a fire last July destroyed much of the Habitat for Humanity in Corning, construction to get the building operational again is almost finished. According to officials with Habitat for Humanity, the Corning ReStore location at 3412 state Route 414 is scheduled to reopen on Friday, August 9. The release states […]
I went to a convenience store and ended up $5 million richer – but immediately lost $1.7 million when I got my cash
A LOTTO player in New York won a life-changing $5 million prize. But a large chunk of his winnings went away before he even got any cash. William O’Donnell, from Long Island, bought his ticket at a convenience store. It was a Cash X100 scratch-off ticket. It came from...
Blood drives coming to the Southern Tier in August
SOUTHERN TIER, N.Y. (WETM) – As summer begins to close, the American Red Cross is hosting more blood drives throughout the Southern Tier in August to maintain the blood supply. According to the Red Cross, those with type O blood, as well as those who are willing to donate platelets, are especially needed to help […]
Governor Hochul, Mayor Adams, and NYC Comptroller Lander Announce $500 Million for Affordable Housing
Agreement Designates Monies From the Battery Park City Authority’s Joint Purpose Fund To Be Spent for Affordable Housing. Builds on Commitment to Address New York’s Housing Crisis by Increasing Housing Stock With Safer, More Affordable, Quality Homes, Reducing Housing Cost Statewide. (WNY News Now) – Governor Kathy Hochul,...
Family of Missing Woman in Upstate New York Pleads for Safe Return
A mother of two from Upstate New York has gone missing, and State Police in New York are hoping that someone reading this right now might have some information about her whereabouts. According to the New York State Police, the search is on for a woman reported missing by her...
New Heights Dance Theater announces auditions for 25th anniversary of Nutcracker In Motion
New Heights Dance Theater will hold auditions for the 25th anniversary performance of Nutcracker In Motion and for Legends! on Wednesday, July 24, at the Clemens Center. Auditions are open to dancers ages 6-18, covering ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, and acro. The audition schedule is as follows:. Ages 6-10: 3...
Warning, New Scam Targets New Yorkers and Unpaid Tolls
Have you received a strange text alleging that you have an unpaid toll? You're not alone. Hudson Valley Residents Receive Strange Toll Text Message. Over the last few days, we have noticed several Hudson Valley residents sharing photos of a random text message allegedly from "Tolls By NY." The text message alleges that the recipient owes a balance for an unpaid toll.
Analysts believe New York cannot go any lower than their 51% sports betting tax rate
Last Thursday, the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States had its summer meeting in Pittsburgh. There was hope from some operators in the US that New York’s 51% sports betting tax rate would decrease. However, it was discussed at the meeting last week that New York cannot go any lower than the 51% tax rate they already have. Troy Mackey, the coordinator of the New York Assembly’s Racing & Wagering Committee, had this to say about there not being any room to change their tax rate.
One person injured after being hit by car in Elmira
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – One person has been injured after being hit by a car on Monday morning in Elmira. According to an 18 News reporter at the scene, one person was seen being wheeled into an ambulance on Monday, July 22, around 11 a.m. at the intersection of East Water Street and Washington Street […]
Meet Jax, WENY's Pet of the Week!
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WENY) -- Meet Jax, WENY’s Pet of the Week from the Pawz and Purrz Animal Rescue. Jax is four months old and is a Jack Russell Terrier that entered the shelter at just seven weeks old. Brenda Boynton says he is very active despite his latest diagnosis from the vet.
Victims identified in fatal two-car I-86 crash in Chemung
CHEMUNG, N.Y. (WETM) — New York State Police provided an update Monday morning and released the names of three victims who died in a two-car crash on Interstate 86 on Friday. According to state police, 36-year-old Steven A. Mallory, of Horseheads, 18-year-old Colin J. Ferrell, and 44-year-old Tiffany L. Ferrell both of Endicott, were pronounced […]
Wildfire Smoke Will Bring Haze To Western New York
Things might look a little bit hazy in Western New York today. Smoke from the wildfires in Canada and in the Western Part of the United States is sweeping across Lake Erie and into Western New York. READ MORE: WILDFIRE SMOKE FROM CANADA COULD IMPACT AIR QUALITY ACROSS NEW YORK...
Chemung County Jail inmate charged after allegedly pouring hot soup on another inmate
The Chemung County Sheriff’s Office has announced the arrest of a 36-year-old Elmira man following an incident at the Chemung County Jail. According to police, Brendan P. Crowley, who was incarcerated at the jail, was charged with assault in the second degree, a Class D felony, after he allegedly poured hot soup over another inmate.
2024 U-E Grad, Mom Killed in Head-On Crash on Interstate 86
An Endwell woman and her 18-year-old son were killed in a head-on crash on Interstate 86 as they were returning from a college orientation visit. Authorities said the collision happened shortly before 5 p.m. Friday in the town of Chemung. According to a state police news release, a westbound Nissan...
Hornell home grown: City weighs options after NYS finalizes cannabis cultivation rules
With the state Cannabis Control Board finalizing rules for home cannabis cultivation in New York late last month, Hornell officials are considering local action to codify the dos and don'ts of growing marijuana in the Maple City. “New York state opened this can of worms and now local governments have...
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