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Elmira man dies in accident at hotel pool

Monday, November 4 by Pat McDonald

An Elmira man died in what police are saying was an accident in a hotel pool on Saturday night in Elmira. According to Elmira Police, 42-year-old Claudell Betts was pronounced dead about an hour after he was found in the pool at the Clarion Inn... Read More.

Fundraiser set for Friday in honor of squirrel who was seized, euthanized

Monday, November 4 by Pat McDonald

A fundraiser will be held this week in honor of the squirrel who was seized and euthanized from an animal sanctuary in Pine City. Peanut the squirrel and a raccoon were both seized by the Department of Environmental Conservation and Chemung County Department of Health... Read More.

Chemung Fire District receives $309,000 grant for equipment

Friday, November 1 by Pat McDonald

The Town of Chemung Fire District No. 1 has been awarded a grant to purchase new equipment. The local fire company will receive $309,000 from the New York State Volunteer Fire Infrastructure and Response Equipment Grant Program. The Chemung Fire Department is one of 88 departments... Read More.

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Winter clothing giveaway set for Saturday in Elmira

Friday, November 1 by Pat McDonald

A winter clothing giveaway is set for this weekend in Elmira. The giveaway is taking place from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday in the parking lot of the Weis Grocery Store in Elmira. Children and adults are invited to pick up a jacket, scarf or... Read More.

Trick-or-treating set for tonight in Elmira, Corning

Thursday, October 31 by Pat McDonald

Trick or treating will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. tonight in the City of Elmira, Elmira Heights, Horseheads and Southport. The Corning Gaffer District will host a trick-or-treat event from 4 to 6 p.m. in downtown Corning.

Elmira bridge shut down after fire

Thursday, October 31 by Pat McDonald

A bridge in Elmira will remain closed until it can be inspected following a fire on Wednesday morning. According to WENY-TV, Elmira Police Officers encountered smoke coming from under a bridge on West Washington Ave, between Magee Street and Hatch Street at around 4:45 a.m. The... Read More.

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Parents Lounge Live Standup Comedy Show set for next weekend

Thursday, October 31 by Pat McDonald

The Parents Lounge Live Standup Comedy Show will return to the Sayre Theatre next weekend. Jason Gowin and Jamie Kaler will bring their popular podcast to the stage with returning guest comics Justin Rupple and Katie Behm. And new to the Parents Lounge Live crew this... Read More.

Guthrie holding Shine a Light on Lung Cancer event next week

Wednesday, October 30 by Pat McDonald

Guthrie is inviting the community to their Shine a Light on Lung Cancer event next week. The educational event will offer valuable insights into lung cancer and the latest advancements in its diagnosis and treatment. The program will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on... Read More.

Two child sex offenders die on same night in Elmira Correctional Facility

Wednesday, October 30 by Pat McDonald

The New York State Department of Corrections and Community Service has announced the death of a second Elmira Correctional Facility inmate who was a convicted child sex offender. According to WETM-TV, 59-year-old William Brand was pronounced dead at 2:52 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 10. He... Read More.

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NYSEG reminds residents that Home Energy Assistance Program is available

Tuesday, October 29 by Pat McDonald

NYSEG is reminding customers that applications for the Home Energy Assistance Program will be accepted starting on Nov. 1. HEAP is a federal grant program that helps eligible households pay for energy costs and weatherization. Benefits are available through March 17, 2025 or until the funds... Read More.

Three injured in porch fire in Dresden

Tuesday, October 29 by Pat McDonald

Three people were injured in a porch fire in Yates County on Saturday morning. The fire started just before 1:30 a.m. on Main Street in Dresden. According to WENY-TV, first responders were met by multiple residents who were injured in the incident. One victim was sent to... Read More.

Chemung County Sheriff’s Office collects over 1,000 pounds of unwanted medication

Tuesday, October 29 by Pat McDonald

The Chemung County Sheriff’s Office participated in National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday with the goal of collecting unused and unwanted prescription drugs. The local sheriff’s office collected 1,025 pounds of unwanted prescription medication on Saturday. Residents were able to drop off their medication at... Read More.

Elmira-Corning

Elmira man dies in accident at hotel pool

Fundraiser set for Friday in honor of squirrel who was seized, euthanized

Chemung Fire District receives $309,000 grant for equipment

Winter clothing giveaway set for Saturday in Elmira

Trick-or-treating set for tonight in Elmira, Corning

Elmira bridge shut down after fire

Parents Lounge Live Standup Comedy Show set for next weekend

Guthrie holding Shine a Light on Lung Cancer event next week

Two child sex offenders die on same night in Elmira Correctional Facility

NYSEG reminds residents that Home Energy Assistance Program is available

Three injured in porch fire in Dresden

Chemung County Sheriff’s Office collects over 1,000 pounds of unwanted medication

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