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Elmira's Wisner Park Transforms into Literary Haven for Book Fest 2024
Get ready to turn the page to an exciting new chapter, Elmira book lovers! Wisner Park is about to be transformed into a reader's paradise with the much-anticipated Book Fest 2024. Mark your calendars for a literary extravaganza on Saturday, May 18th from 1pm to 5pm.
Guest Viewpoint: Elmira must capitalize on state funding to restore Brand Park Pool
Recently, Governor Hochul announced that she and the state legislature have agreed to allocate $160 million to build or restore swimming pools throughout our state. This money could prove to be an incredibly advantageous windfall for Elmira, and I urge the city council to consider this opportunity to restore Brand Park Pool. Swimming pools offer great value to cities, and BPP is an especially important asset to Elmira. ...
Rootstock to bring youth talent to Ithaca Commons, Tompkins County weekend event planner
It’s Thursday and as is my custom, I'll be bringing you a weekend event preview later on in this newsletter. If someone forwarded this to you, click the sign-up link here for more updates, and don’t forget to spread the word to anyone else who might enjoy giving it a read.
Chemung County home listings increased in April. See the current median price here
The median home in Chemung County listed for $187,500 in April, up 7.2% from the previous month's $174,950, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. Compared to April 2023, the median home list price increased 19.1% from $157,450. The statistics in this article only pertain to houses listed for sale in Chemung County, not houses...
Waverly to conduct sanitary sewer leak detection test
WAVERLY, N.Y. (WETM) — The Village of Waverly Waste Water Treatment Plant will be conducting a test to check for leaks in its sanitary sewer system this week. According to the Village of Waverly, the Waste Water Treatment Plant will be looking for areas where ground and surface water are entering the Sanitary Sewer System […]
Elmira taking new action to clean up downtown, riverfront
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The City of Elmira says it’s renewing efforts to clean up its downtown area and riverfront after a local non-profit group used social media to highlight issues involving trash, needed repairs and safety. “I sometimes feel it’s the biggest regret of my life to have moved here, and I don’t want […]
Midway provider, Wheelock Rides to close, Chemung County Fair searching for new provider
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — After nearly 80 years, Wheelock Rides says it is going out of business, leaving several towns and counties searching for rides months before scheduled opening dates. The Syracuse-based midway company is blaming the high operating costs as the reason for the closure. There have been many small-town fairs that have taken […]
Chemung County household hazardous waste collection event coming in May
CHEMUNG COUNTY, N.Y. (WETM) — If you’re a Chemung County resident and have a stash of old or unused hazardous materials in your house, a Cornell Cooperative Extension collection event is coming. According to a release by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chemung County, the hazardous waste disposal and collection event will be held on […]
More roadwork coming up in Athens
ATHENS, Pa. (WETM) — The four-year-long Route 199 roadwork project is continuing in Athens this week, so motorists can expect more detours and delays. According to PennDOT, crews will continue working on Route 199 between Pine Street and Vanderbilt Street by paving the base and binder of the northbound lane during the week of Monday, […]
🚧 Bridge Maintenance Scheduled on NY 17 Eastbound at Exit 59 - NY 427 in Chemung
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in NewYork. Attention motorists commuting via NY 17 in Chemung County: The transportation department has slated maintenance work on the eastbound lanes of NY 17 at Exit 59 - NY 427. This event is scheduled for Wednesday, May 8th, 2024, and will commence at 8:00 AM, concluding by 2:00 PM. Travelers will be pleased to know that during this maintenance window, all lanes are expected to remain open. Drivers are advised to plan their routes accordingly, allowing for any unforeseen delays that may occur due to the bridge work, and to drive with caution in the vicinity of the construction crew and equipment.
City of Elmira announces new newsletter, how to sign up
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The City of Elmira has announced its new newsletter, which will be released for the first time beginning this week. The newsletter will be released bi-weekly beginning on Wednesday, May 8, and will continue to be released every other week after. The newsletter will include information about upcoming events, roadwork, adoptable pets and more. You […]
Saving the historic “Richardson-Kennedy House” in Elmira
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – An eye-catching display of art is highlighting an effort to restore a 19th-century mansion in Elmira. The “Richardson-Kennedy House” is currently owned by the non-profit “Near Westside Neighborhood Association.” The Victorian-era property is located on 359 W. Water St. It also became known as the “Ritz Carriage House,” when it housed […]
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