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New tobacco shop opening near Elmira College after “stop work” order
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – 18 News confirmed the opening of “Tokz Exotics” on College Avenue is moving forward after the Elmira Code Department issued a “Stop Work” order last month. The Code Department told us the business will sell “tobacco and tobacco-related” products. The tobacco shop is being built at the former location of a […]
Manufacturer of custom-made sheds and other structures opening new Horseheads location
Elmira area residents looking for a new shed or other structure have a new option opening in Horseheads. Representatives of the Chemung County Chamber of Commerce and other officials gathered Thursday for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to welcome Heritage Structures to its new location at 111 Colonial Drive, just off Interstate 86.
Chemung County inmate injured after hot soup was poured over him; one arrested
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) — One man was injured and another was arrested this week after police say hot soup was poured over an inmate at the Chemung County Jail, resulting in burns. According to the Chemung County Sheriff’s Office, 36-year-old Brendan P. Crowley was arrested on Monday, July 15, on the charge of assault in […]
Vehicle catches fire on I-86 Thursday afternoon
BIG FLATS, N.Y. (WETM) – A vehicle caught fire this afternoon on I-86 in Big Flats. According to an 18 News reporter at the scene, the vehicle appeared to have caught fire in the westbound lane on I-86 going past the airport near Corning. The incident did not stop traffic but caused it to slow […]
Horseheads Village Fire Department in Need of Repairs, Upgrades
HORSEHEADS, NY (WENY) -- A facility study of the Horseheads Village Fire Department shows the building is in need of significant repairs and improvements. The results of the facility study on the fire department, conducted by Hunt Engineers, Architects & Surveyors, was presented to the Horseheads Village Board of Trustees Thursday evening. The study found the fire department building was in need of mostly structural and architectural repairs. However, some other components are not up to current code standards, and would need to be updated.
Elmira man arrested after burglary at JCPenney
BIG FLATS, N.Y. (WETM) – An Elmira man has been arrested after he allegedly broke into the JCPenney yesterday in Big Flats. According to the Chemung County Sheriff’s Office, members of the sheriff’s office, along with members of the Horseheads Police Department and the New York State Police, were called to the JCPenney on Wednesday, […]
Federal appeals court rules Elmira wedding photographer's lawsuit against NY can proceed
A ruling by a federal appeals court has breathed new life into a lawsuit brought against New York state by an Elmira wedding photographer. Early in 2021, Emilee Carpenter, represented by the Alliance Defending Freedom, filed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of New York's anti-discrimination laws. Carpenter's suit claims a...
Steuben County to receive over $75K to attract new businesses
BATH, N.Y. (WETM) – Steuben County is receiving over $75,000 in funds to support a project that is said to help attract new businesses to the region, as announced by Congressman Nick Langworthy. The taxpayer-funded grant comes from the Appalachian Regional Commission and will be matched by local funds for a total of $150,000 to […]
Laurel Health to move Saturday walk-in clinic to Mansfield
MANSFIELD, Pa. (WETM) – Laurel Health will be moving its Saturday walk-in clinic from Wellsboro to Mansfield beginning in August. Walk-in care will be available on Saturdays at the Mansfield Laurel Health Center located at 416 South Main Street, beginning on Aug. 3. The clinic will be open to patients of all ages with no […]
John W. Jones Museum Gets Federal Grant for Expansion
ELMIRA, NY (WENY) -- An Elmira museum is getting federal funding to help with its expansion. The John W. Jones Museum at 1248 Davis Street Elmira has been awarded $45,000 from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC). The museum preserves the legacy of John W. Jones, who escaped slavery in Virginia the 1840's, and later settled in Elmira. Jones was a key agent on the underground railroad, helping 860 former enslaved people escape to freedom.
Elmira Pioneers earn walk-off win over Niagara
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The Elmira Pioneers saved the best for last Thursday night. Elmira scored the game-winning run in walk-off fashion at Dunn Field beating Niagara 13-12. In a wild back-and-forth game, Matt Leahy delivered an RBI single for the decisive game-winning hit in the bottom of the ninth as the Pioneers remained in […]
Pantry of Angels loses a supply of food from storm
LINDLEY, N.Y. (WETM) — The Pantry of Angels lost thousands of dollars of food from this week’s storm which represents two weeks’ worth of supply. Yet the pantry was able to continue providing for needy families thanks to donated generators that helped keep the food refrigerated. The President and CEO of the pantry, Crystal McCannon […]
Elmira man arrested for allegedly breaking into JCPenney in Big Flats
An Elmira man has been arrested after he allegedly broke into the JCPenney store in Big Flats. According to the Chemung County Sheriff’s Office, 61-year-old Eric J. Williams allegedly used a large rock to break through the glass doors of the store and sustained a cut on his arm during the incident.
Guthrie hospitals receive national recognition for excellence in stroke care
SAYRE, PA (CortacaToday) — Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital and Guthrie Corning Hospital have been honored by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association with the Get With The Guidelines® Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Awards. The awards bring attention to Guthrie’s commitment to providing stroke patients with the highest...
Corning Pizza Hut nearing completion, plans to open in August
CORNING, N.Y. (WETM) — New signs can be seen on Corning’s soon-to-be Pizza Hut as construction is nearly complete in the Crystal City. According to an official with Allegany Pizza LLC, the new Pizza Hut on East Pulteney Street is nearly complete after 18 News got word the pizza chain was returning to Corning in […]
We’re starting the weekend with sunshine as high pressure settles overhead
Elmira, N.Y. (WETM)- We start the weekend off with sunshine, but does it stick for the whole weekend? Details below:. High pressure continues to settle in overhead today, meaning another day of sunshine for the Twin Tiers. The rest of this morning and throughout the afternoon will be mostly sunny. Temperatures today will be cooler and comfortable again with highs in the upper 70s/low 80s.
Dealing with insurance: power outage losses and when to seek help
(WENY) -- The severe weather that occurred earlier this week has still left some in the Southern Tier without power. Now, they are left trying to find solutions to regain power and recover what was lost. It's not the first time that severe weather has affected people and their daily...
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