Corning Museum of Glass looking for new leader

The Corning Museum of Glass is looking for a new leader.President and Executive Director Karol Wight has announced she will step down once her replacement is found.Wight has been in charge of the museum since 2011 and has overseen many projects including a studio... Read More.

Ashland man charged with rape of young girls

The Chemung County Sheriff’s Office has arrested an Ashland man for allegedly raping young girls.According to police, 49-year-old Warren F. Morrison has been charged with rape in the first degree, a Class B violent felony.On March 31st, a School Resource Officer in Chemung County... Read More.

NY burn ban in effect until May 14

The annual New York State Burn Ban remains in effect until May 14th.Since 2009, the DEC has enforced the brush burning ban to prevent wildfires and protect communities and first responders during heightened conditions for wildfires.Backyard fire pits and campfires less than three feet... Read More.

Strange calls for investigation into NYSEG

Chemung County Legislator Rodney Strange is calling for an independent investigation into NYSEG.Strange said in a Facebook post, that he wants the state legislature to conduct a bipartisan and independent investigation into issues with NYSEG. The issues include billing practices, operating procedures, electric... Read More.

Candor Daffodil Festival set for April 26

The Candor Daffodil Festival is scheduled for later this month.The annual event will be held on Saturday, April 26th at the Candor Ball Park, located at 40 Spencer Ave. and McCarty Street.There will be over 100 local vendors, kids' activities, live music on three... Read More.

Elmira man facing child porn charges

An Elmira man is facing charges for allegedly possessing child porn.According to Elmira Police, 32-year-old Jonathan L. Stallings has been charged with felony counts of promoting and possessing an obscene sexual performance by a child.Tips that were sent to the National Center for Missing... Read More.

Johnson City man arrested for sex crimes against a minor

A Johnson City man is facing felony charges after allegedly providing alcohol to a minor in exchange for sexual contact.On March 21, 2025, Broome County Sheriff’s Office detectives completed an investigation into sexual offenses involving a juvenile female by charging Keith T. Harrison II,... Read More.