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Severe thunderstorms leave much of Southern Tier without power, downed trees, other damage
Thousands of electric customers across the Twin Tiers lost power when severe thunderstorms rumbled through the region Monday. Many of those residents remained without power Tuesday and into Wednesday, and utility company crews scrambled to restore service while other emergency responders worked to remove downed trees and deal with other damage the storm left in its wake. ...
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...
Galeton 5K For Fireworks sees 150 runners
The Galeton 5K For Fireworks took place on Saturday, July 6 where they saw 150 runners compete in the race with Brandon Crosby taking a first-place finish with a time of 20:05.70. The full list of finishers can be found below:. 1. Brandon Crosby — 20:05.70. 2. Carl Bryant...
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.
Steuben County advises caution as residents and crews clean up after severe storms
STEUBEN COUNTY, N.Y. (WETM) — Nearly 9,000 people are still without power on Tuesday after severe storms rocked the Twin Tiers, with potential for more storms on Tuesday. The Steuben County Office of Emergency Management released a statement Tuesday morning, July 16, saying that utility crews are working to clear roadways and reestablish power throughout […]
Teen injured in single-car Campbell crash
CAMPBELL, N.Y. (WETM) — An 18-year-old girl was injured during a crash in the Town of Campbell on Sunday morning. According to the New York State Police Department, a 2009 Subaru was traveling west on Woodcock Road in the Town of Campbell at around 10:30 a.m. on July 14 when it exited the roadway on […]
Locally filmed ‘Cocaine Werewolf’ opens at Dipson Theater this weekend
On July 5 at the Arcadia Theater in downtown Wellsboro, a crowded theater featured well dressed guests and moviegoers to see an independent horror comedy called “Cocaine Werewolf.”. The movie told the story of “cocaine, cash and a crew filming a low-budget horror movie in the eerie woods of...
'The ultimate place for hot dogs': M&M Red Hots returns to Elmira with much fanfare
Beloved Elmira hot-doggery M&M Red Hots reopened last week amid much fanfare after being closed since the COVID-19 pandemic. The new owner, Katie Seymour, will run the restaurant with her fiancé, Ryan Gallagher. The couple took the reins from Katie’s father, Andy Seymour, who took it over from his mother, Wilda DeHaas, in 2017.
New leadership at Bampa’s House, Corning comfort care home. What to know about transition.
Bampa’s House, a non-profit critical resource that has served 100 residents since opening in September 2020, recently welcomed new leadership. After serving as board president for nine years, Joan Wilson will step down in January 2025. Wilson, a founding board member who led the charge in getting Bampa's House established as a non-profit organization, has served as board president since the organization’s inception.
Drinking water available for residents without power
(WENY) -- With over 10,000 people in Chemung County alone without power, a number of fresh water stations have been set up on Tuesday, July 16th to help people get by. Chemung County Emergency Management has set up water distribution site in Elmira at the Southport Volunteer Fire Department located at 1001 Carl St. and the East Water Street and Dewitt Ave. Parking Lot located next to the Clarion Inn.
Corning man arrested after suspected burglary in Painted Post
RIVERSIDE, N.Y. (WETM) — A Corning man is in custody after police said he is connected to a burglary at a business in Riverside. According to New York State Police, 57-year-old John J. Pierson Jr. was arrested on Thursday, July 11, on the charges of burglary in the third degree, a class D felony, and […]
Medical facilities closes offices after storms cut power in Elmira
UPDATE: Arnot Health has released an update regarding the power outages at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Elmira, while Chemung County has released information about the closure of certain facilities today. According to a post on Facebook, power has been restored to the St. Joseph’s campus, but certain services, like rehabilitation, are canceled for today. Patients […]
Guthrie hospitals receive national recognition for excellence in stroke care
SAYRE — 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. This prestigious recognition underscores Guthrie’s steadfast commitment to providing stroke patients with the highest quality care,...
Oilers fall at Hornell, remain in 3rd place before finale
HORNELL — The Olean Oilers lost on the road Friday night, but remained in third place in their division by a thread entering the final weekend of the NYCBL regular season. With a 13-3 loss in eight innings at Hornell on Friday, Olean fell to 17-18 overall with just one game remaining. Dansville, meanwhile, split a doubleheader with Horseheads and moved to 16-18-1.
Lawrence Twp. discusses IT services, political signs and other issues
CLEARFIELD — Lawrence Township Supervisors discussed a contract for information technology services at its meeting Tuesday night. Supervisor Jeremy Ruffner had been performing a large part of the township’s IT services, but Supervisor Scott Way said he believes it would be better if a third party performed the services instead of just one person.
NYSEG representative talks power restoration times for Southern Tier
SOUTHERN TIER, N.Y. (WENY) -- On Monday, tens of thousands of people in the Southern Tier lost power after severe thunderstorms rolled through the region. Many continued to be without power into Tuesday, and NYSEG was able to provide an explanation as to why it was taking a while for residents to get their lights back on.
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.
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