Elmira man indicted on rape, child porn charges

An Elmira man has been indicted on multiple rape and child porn charges after allegedly sexually assaulting a 16-year-old and posting videos online.According to WENY-TV, 33-year-old Kyle Tice was indicted on 27 counts of rape, 19 counts of use of a child in a... Read More.

Harris Hill opens for season

The Harris Hill Amusement Park in Big Flats has opened for the 2025 season.The local park features batting cages, mini golf, go-karts, a pool, rides and more.The park’s spring hours are Monday through Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from... Read More.

Newfield man sentenced to 17 years for kidnapping

A Newfield man has been sentenced to nearly two decades in prison for his role in a kidnapping back in 2023.According to the Chemung County District Attorney’s Office, 39-year-old Joseph M. Howell was sentenced to 17 years in prison for two counts of burglary... Read More.

New York burn ban in place 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.

Elmira Police arrest Lindley man on weapons charge

The Elmira Police Department has arrested a Lindley man on weapons charge.According to police, 30-year-old Timothy Westervelt has been charged with felony criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree.Officers observed a vehicle failing to stop as a stop sign at around 4:30... Read More.

Schuyler County man accused of making meth

A Schuyler County man has been arrested for allegedly making meth inside his home.According to the New York State Police, 44-year-old Jeremy Wright has been charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance, criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell and... Read More.

Chemung County offering free Measles vaccines

Chemung County is now offering residents free vaccinations against measles.The Measles, Mumps and Rubella vaccine is recommended for both children who need to finish their two-dose series or adults who may have never been vaccinated.Measles is a highly contagious respiratory disease that causes a... Read More.

Elmira business destroyed by fire

An Elmira business was destroyed by a fire on Friday night.The fire started just after 9 p.m. on Friday at McDonald Contracting on South Kinyon Street.Firefighters from the City of Elmira, Southport, Elmira Heights and West Elmira battled the blaze.According to WENY-TV, no one... Read More.

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.