Elmira College to offer cannabis certificate programs in 2026

Elmira College will soon be offering new certificate programs related to the cannabis industry.The school is offering six different programs: Cannabis Associate Certificate, Cannabis Cultivation Specialist, Cannabis Product Development Specialist, Cannabis Retail and Sales Specialist, Cannabis Compliance Specialist and Medical Cannabis Specialist.Most of the... Read More.

Donald Guthrie Foundation awards $52,500 to six organizations

The Donald Guthrie Foundation Community Benefits Committee recently awarded $52,500 in grants to six organizations across the Southern Tier of New York and the Northern Tier of Pennsylvania.The funding supports vital local programs addressing critical community health needs, including efforts focused on obesity prevention... Read More.

Arctic League raises $39,000 through annual broadcast

The Arctic League's annual broadcast raised over $39,000 in just three hours on Sunday.The 95th annual broadcast was held in Mandeville Hall inside the Clemens Center.The broadcast included musical performances, the Christmas tree lighting and more.The funds raised will go towards buying Christmas gifts... Read More.

Langworthy’s Energy Choice Act advances in US House

Congressman Nick Langworthy announced today that his landmark Energy Choice Act has officially passed out of the House Energy Subcommittee — a major victory for New Yorkers and a critical step toward blocking Governor Kathy Hochul’s natural gas ban in homes and businesses across... Read More.

NY State Police announces Thanksgiving Weekend Crackdown stats

The New York State Police today announced that it issued 13,036 tickets statewide during this year’s Thanksgiving holiday traffic enforcement period.The enforcement initiative began on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, and continued through Sunday, November 30, 2025. The effort was funded by the Governor’s Traffic... Read More.

City of Elmira moves away from parking meters

Visitors to downtown Elmira no longer have to worry about feeding the meter.The city has decided to move away from parking meters and go to free, two-hour parking.There were over 500 parking meters within the city, mostly in downtown Elmira.Logistics are still being worked... Read More.

Longtime Schuyler County Sheriff Yessman passes away

Longtime Schuyler County Sheriff William Yessman has passed away.Yessman served as Schuyler County Sheriff for 16 years before retiring in 2021.He held various positions in the sheriff's office, including sergeant, lieutenant and undersheriff, for more than 36 years.Members of the Schuyler County Community and... Read More.