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Led Zeppelin, Rolling Stone tribute bands coming to LECOM Event Center

Wednesday, April 22 by Pat McDonald

The LECOM Event Center will host a pair of tribute bands next weekend. The Houses of the Holy: True Led Zeppelin Experience and The Rolling Stone Concert Experience will hit the stage on Saturday, May 2nd at the Elmira arena. Doors will open at 6 and... Read More.

Demolition of former TGI Friday’s makes way for Chick-Fil-A in Big Flats

Tuesday, April 21 by Pat McDonald

Demolition is underway at the former TGI Friday's restaurant in Big Flats. The property on County Road 64 is expected to be home to a new Chick-Fil-A franchise. The popular fast food chain's plans are currently before the Chemung County Planning Board. If it gets final approval,... Read More.

Ithaca woman sentenced to years in state prison for 2023 fatal crash

Sunday, April 19 by Pat McDonald

An Ithaca woman will spend years in state prison for her role in a fatal crash in 2023. According to the Chemung County District Attorney’s Office, 43-year-old Juria Vanness was sentenced to 2 1/3 to 7 years in state prison for causing the crash that... Read More.

Applications open for New York State Cooling Assistance Benefit program

Sunday, April 19 by Pat McDonald

Applications for the New York State Cooling Assistance Benefit program are now open. The program helps eligible households buy and install air conditioners or fans to help them stay cool during the summer months. The price cannot be more than $800 with installation for a portable... Read More.

Chemung County Fair cancels Battle of the Bands

Sunday, April 19 by Pat McDonald

The Battle of the Bands at the Chemung County Fair has been canceled. In a Facebook post, Chemung County Fair officials said the cancellation was due to unforeseen circumstances. Officials said they will have an exciting surprise announcement about the Chemung County Fair in the near... Read More.

Pennsylvania man facing charges after Elmira traffic stop

Friday, April 17 by Pat McDonald

A Pennsylvania man is facing charges after a traffic stop in Elmira. According to the New York State Police, 27-year-old Marc Alan Bundy of Millmont, which is in Union County, has been charged with criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree, which is... Read More.

Microburst causes damage in Steuben County

Friday, April 17 by Pat McDonald

A microburst during a thunderstorm caused damage in Steuben County on Wednesday. According to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, a severe thunderstorm produced a microburst with estimated peak winds between 90 and 100 miles per hour in the Town of Lindley. A microburst is a... Read More.

Man acquitted of rape in Yates County

Thursday, April 16 by Pat McDonald

A man who is a dual citizen of the United Kingdom and Germany was recently acquitted of two felony rape charges in Yates County Court. Thomas Plan was found not guilty of the charges following a week-long jury trial last month. Plan was arrested on Aug.... Read More.

Arnot Ogden Medical Center named one of Forbes Top Hospitals

Thursday, April 16 by Pat McDonald

Arnot Ogden Medical Center has been recognized on the Forbes Top Hospitals 2026 list, a national ranking that highlights hospitals across the United States delivering high-quality care, strong patient outcomes, and exceptional value. Published by Forbes, the annual list evaluates hospitals nationwide to help patients identify institutions... Read More.

Chemung County Sheriff’s Office participating in DEA Drug Take Back Day on April 25

Wednesday, April 15 by Pat McDonald

The Chemung County Sheriff’s Office will participate in a national Drug Take Back Day later this month. The collection will take place at the West Elmira Volunteer Fire Department and Southport Volunteer Fire Department from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25. Chemung County... Read More.

Firefighters put out fire at Elmira homeless encampment

Wednesday, April 15 by Pat McDonald

Firefighters put out a fire at a homeless encampment on Sunday. The fire was reported in a wooded area behind the Dandy Mini Mart on East Church Street just after 4:30 pm on Sunday. Firefighters were able to put out the blaze quickly before it spread... Read More.

Corning Street Tree Project plants 100th tree

Wednesday, April 15 by Pat McDonald

A volunteer-led tree planting program in Corning reached a milestone this week. The Corning Street Tree Project, which was founded in 2017, planted its 100th tree on Tuesday. The group is planting trees this week in Corning. Look for more information at corningtrees.sprout.site.

Elmira-Corning

Led Zeppelin, Rolling Stone tribute bands coming to LECOM Event Center

Demolition of former TGI Friday’s makes way for Chick-Fil-A in Big Flats

Ithaca woman sentenced to years in state prison for 2023 fatal crash

Applications open for New York State Cooling Assistance Benefit program

Chemung County Fair cancels Battle of the Bands

Pennsylvania man facing charges after Elmira traffic stop

Microburst causes damage in Steuben County

Man acquitted of rape in Yates County

Arnot Ogden Medical Center named one of Forbes Top Hospitals

Chemung County Sheriff’s Office participating in DEA Drug Take Back Day on April 25

Firefighters put out fire at Elmira homeless encampment

Corning Street Tree Project plants 100th tree

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