Chemung County Archives - Page 3 of 89

Man from UK, Germany facing rape charges in Yates County

Monday, August 18 by Pat McDonald

A dual citizen of the United Kingdom and Germany was arrested in the Southern Tier on Friday. According to the Yates County Sheriff’s Office, 30-year-old Thomas Plan has been charged with rape in the first degree, a Class B felony, and rape in the third... Read More.

94 Rock, WOKN Stuff the Bus campaign continues this week

Monday, August 18 by Pat McDonald

The 94 Rock and WOKN Stuff the Bus campaign continues this week at Hesselsons in Elmira Heights. The school supply drive, which is brought to you by Hesselson’s, the Hilliard Corporation, 94 Rock and WOKN, will run through Friday. School supplies and monetary donations can be... Read More.

Two men arrested on drug charges in Ithaca

Thursday, August 14 by Pat McDonald

Two men were arrested on drug charges following a vehicle search in Ithaca. According to the New York State Police, 29-year-old Elmira resident Mark R. Waters and 29-year-old Brooklyn resident Khalid J. Husband were charged with felony criminal possession of a controlled substance in the... Read More.

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Italian-American Festival returns to Watkins Glen this week

Thursday, August 14 by Pat McDonald

The Schuyler County Italian-American Festival will return to Watkins Glen this week after taking a year off. The event will be held at Clute Park starting today and running through Sunday. There is no admission fee, but parking will cost $5 at Clute Park. There will be... Read More.

94 Rock, WOKN running Stuff the Bus campaign at Hesselson’s

Thursday, August 14 by Pat McDonald

The 94 Rock and WOKN Stuff the Bus campaign is underway at Hesselson's in Elmira Heights. The school supply drive, which is brought to you by Hesselson’s, the Hilliard Corporation, 94 Rock and WOKN, will run through Friday, Aug. 22. School supplies and monetary donations can... Read More.

Elmira couple indicted in Steuben County on child abuse charges

Wednesday, August 13 by Pat McDonald

An Elmira couple has been indicted by a Steuben County Grand Jury in connection with a child abuse case. Justin J. Baker and Caitlin M. Taft were both charged with multiple counts of assault after being accused of abusing or aiding in the abuse of... Read More.

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Hornell man sentenced to 33 years for shaking infant in 2022

Tuesday, August 12 by Pat McDonald

A Hornell man will spend over 30 years in state prison for violently shaking an infant in 2022. According to the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office, Robert Taft was sentenced on Monday to 15 years for one count of assault in the first degree and another... Read More.

Elmira Heights Fire Department collects bottles and cans at WGI

Tuesday, August 12 by Pat McDonald

Following an exciting weekend of racing at Watkins Glen International, members of the Elmira Heights Fire Department got to work on Monday. The local fire department spent the day collecting bottles and cans from campsites across the historic road course. In just over 2 ½ hours,... Read More.

94 Rock and WOKN hosting Stuff the Bus campaign at Hesselson’s

Tuesday, August 12 by Pat McDonald

The 94 Rock and WOKN Stuff the Bus campaign is underway at Hesselsons in Elmira Heights. The school supply drive, which is brought to you by Hesselson’s, the Hilliard Corporation, 94 Rock and WOKN, will run through Friday, Aug. 22. School supplies and monetary donations can... Read More.

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Elmira man arrested following report of multiple gunshots, short pursuit

Friday, August 8 by Matt Hicks

An Elmira man was arrested following an investigation into multiple gunshots in the area of West Gray Street and Guinnip Avenue late Thursday evening. Elmira police responded to the scene around 10:42 p.m. where they found spent bullet casings and a loaded 9mm handgun. Police... Read More.

Elmira bicyclist killed after collision with motorhome

Thursday, August 7 by Matt Hicks

A bicyclist was killed Wednesday in a crash involving a large motorhome in Horseheads. According to the Chemung County Sheriff’s Office, 75-year-old Timothy Maney of Elmira was riding south along Lake Road when he suddenly veered into the driving lane and was struck by a... Read More.

Dandy opens store at Watkins Glen International for NASCAR weekend

Wednesday, August 6 by Pat McDonald

As NASCAR weekend returns to Watkins Glen International, fans will see a new feature at the historic track this year. Dandy Mini Marts has opened a mini convenience store inside WGI just in time for the 2025 NASCAR race weekend. The store is located on Cayuga... Read More.

Chemung County

Man from UK, Germany facing rape charges in Yates County

94 Rock, WOKN Stuff the Bus campaign continues this week

Two men arrested on drug charges in Ithaca

Italian-American Festival returns to Watkins Glen this week

94 Rock, WOKN running Stuff the Bus campaign at Hesselson’s

Elmira couple indicted in Steuben County on child abuse charges

Hornell man sentenced to 33 years for shaking infant in 2022

Elmira Heights Fire Department collects bottles and cans at WGI

94 Rock and WOKN hosting Stuff the Bus campaign at Hesselson’s

Elmira man arrested following report of multiple gunshots, short pursuit

Elmira bicyclist killed after collision with motorhome

Dandy opens store at Watkins Glen International for NASCAR weekend

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