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NYSEG: Majority of power to Elmira division expected to be restored by Thursday
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- After powerful storms Monday evening, NYSEG has announced power restoration estimates for the company's Elmira division. In a statement, the utility provided said the majority of customers in the division will have power back by 2 p.m. Thursday July 18th. The Elmira division includes Chemung, Schuyler, and Steuben Counties. NYSEG said more than 300 lineworkers are staged across the division to restore power, and more lineworkers are on the way. Work to restore power will also continue through the night.
Betty M. Metcalf
Harrison Valley, Pa. — Betty M. Metcalf, 92, of Harrison Valley, Pa. died Monday, July 8, 2024 in her home. Born March 17, 1932 in Harrison Township, she was the daughter of Ivan L. and Myra I. Outman Kibbe. On March 25, 1950 in Harrison Valley, she married Fred H. Metcalf, who predeceased her on Aug. 10, 2007.
Morning News Anchor/Producer
WENY News, the ABC and CBS affiliate in Horseheads, NY has an opening for a morning producer/anchor. The right candidate should have a strong on-air presence, the ability to work with limited supervision, have solid news judgment and writing skills, and ability to handle pressure and last-minute changes. You'll be working in collaboration with another producer/anchor to create a forward looking, energetic, two-hour morning newscast.
Town of Big Flats Schedules Storm Debris Pickup
BIG FLATS, N.Y. (WENY) -- Following Monday night's storm, the Town of Big Flats will collect downed tree limbs on Wednesday, July 17th. Residents are asked to place all tree limbs at the curb by 6 a.m. The town will make one pass through each neighborhood, so residents are asked to make sure all of their collection is ready as there will not be a second pick-up.
More Storms Possible Wednesday
A cold front will approach the Twin Tiers on Wednesday with more showers and thunderstorms likely. A few storms could contain heavy rain and gusty winds. The warm and humid conditions will give way to more comfortable weather late week with lower humidity and temperatures in the lower 80s both Thursday and Friday. Dry conditions will stick around through the weekend with temperatures remaining in the 80s.
18 Sports Plays of the Week – 07/16
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The 18 Sports Plays of the Week is back with more great highlights in local sports. The 18 Sports team showcases the top plays from the past week in the Twin Tiers. This week’s top honors include 5 major plays on the diamond. Brennen McCullough kicks-off this week’s list, with his […]
17 Years of Friendship & Hats
When I was growing up, my mom and I loved wearing hats together. Sometimes, the local women’s shop in Wellsboro, Whitmer’s Fashions, would call to have me model the hats for their fashion shows. That was in the 1950’s!. When I saw Christine A. Moore’s hats at...
Round 3 of Thunderstorms
Mostly cloudy skies are expected on Wednesday with the chance for showers and thunderstorms due to a cold front approaching the area. A few storms could contain gusty winds. Temperatures will be in the mid-80s. A few showers stick around tonight under partly cloudy skies. Lows will be in around 60 with patchy fog after midnight. The late week will consist of temperatures in the low to mid-80s and partly sunny skies. The humidity will drop back as well. The weekend is continuing to look dry with fair skies. Highs will be in the mid-80s. Early next week, partly sunny skies stick around Monday and Tuesday with temperatures in the mid-80s.
Elmira Heights man arrested on child sex abuse charge
ELMIRA HEIGHTS, N.Y. (WETM) — An Elmira Heights man was arrested on a charge related to child sex abuse that allegedly happened a decade ago. Christopher McCheyne, 28, was arrested after a multiple-month-long investigation into the reported abuse. According to the Elmira Heights Police Department, the investigation started in April 2024 when two individuals came […]
Hornell City Hall Accepts Bids For Water Pollution Control Plant
The City of Hornell’s Board of Public Works accepted bids for significant upgrades to the Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) during their June meeting. The project, Phase 1b, was divided into four separate contracts and totals over $6.2 million in improvements. Funding for the project includes a $1.189 million...
Troop Ride returns for its 17th year this weekend
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WETM) – The 17th Annual Troop Ride will be taking place again this weekend in the Southern Tier. The Troop Ride will be on Saturday, July 20, and will begin at 10 a.m. at the His Tabernacle Family Church located at 16 Level Acres Drive in Horseheads. Registration for the event will start […]
Potter’s Hands golf event set for Aug. 3. Why this is a cause worth supporting.
Next month the Potter’s Hands Foundation will be hosting a golf event at Indian Hills in Painted Post. It is one of five fundraising events the organization sponsors during the calendar year. The golf tournament will take place on Saturday, Aug. 3 with an 11 a.m. shotgun start. It will feature a four-person per...
Vietnam veteran, dog killed in fire at Genesee Township house
GENESEE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WJRT) - Firefighters found a Vietnam War veteran and his dog dead after their house caught fire in Genesee Township early Thursday. Genesee Township Fire Chief Don Fremd said the fire was reported around 4:30 a.m. in the 1000 block of Clovis Avenue a short distance east of Saginaw Street in the Beecher area.
Steamers roll past Hitmen for 11th straight victory
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WETM) – The Hornell Steamers just keep winning. Hornell defeated the Horseheads Hitmen on Monday, marking their 11th consecutive win. The Steamers took the dominant 13-2 win, in front of a packed crowd of young fans at Colucci-Williams Field. The NYCBL’s top team started the rare morning game with a bang, as Elijah […]
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 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.
While expanding Just Dishin's nationwide reach, ND alumnus Keeler remains true to his roots
It’s been a rapid rise to the top for Matthew Keeler and Just Dishin’ — Western New York’s fastest-growing hockey brand. And throughout his and his brand’s quick climb, the Notre Dame High School alumnus has remained true to his roots. A process that began...
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