Elmira-Corning Archives - Page 23 of 131

Horseheads Launches “No Knock” Law to Curb Door-to-Door Solicitors

Tuesday, March 17 by Irene Radigan

The Village of Horseheads is rolling out a new “No Knock” law aimed at reducing unwanted door-to-door solicitations and protecting residents from scams. The measure is part of the village’s existing peddler and solicitor law. As part of the rollout, the village is offering free... Read More.

Firefighters Contain Lake Street House Fire, Rescue Dog

Tuesday, March 17 by Irene Radigan

Fire crews from Elmira and Elmira Heights responded to a house fire late Monday morning in the city of Elmira. Emergency crews were called around 10:45 a.m. to a structure fire at a home on Lake Street. When firefighters arrived, the back of the house... Read More.

Beaver Dams Woman Indicted on 16 Perjury Charges in Schuyler County Court

Tuesday, March 17 by Irene Radigan

A Beaver Dams woman has been indicted in Schuyler County on multiple perjury charges. The Schuyler County District Attorney’s Office says 53-year-old Etta Fitzpatrick was indicted in county court on 16 counts of second-degree perjury, a Class E felony. Prosecutors say the charges stem from statements... Read More.

New York State’s Annual Spring Burn Ban Now in Effect

Tuesday, March 17 by Irene Radigan

New York State’s annual spring burn ban went into effect on Monday. The burn ban will run from March 16 through May 14. During that time, it is illegal to burn brush due to an increased risk of wildfires. Small backyard fires, cooking fires... Read More.

Corning Boys, Horseheads Girls Punch Tickets to State Semifinals

Tuesday, March 17 by Irene Radigan

The Corning boys and Horseheads girls both advanced to the New York state basketball Final Four with wins over the weekend. Corning rallied to force overtime and then pulled away for a 72-64 win over William Floyd to reach the program’s first-ever state semifinal.... Read More.

Elmira Fire Department picks new chief

Monday, March 16 by Pat McDonald

The Elmira Fire Department will soon have a new leader. Retired Deputy Fire Chief Tim Overly has been selected by the Chemung County Fire and Emergency Management agency to take over as fire chief. He will replace Chief Andrew Mallow, who recently announced his retirement. Overly... Read More.

Horseheads woman facing charges for allegedly stealing from charity

Monday, March 16 by Pat McDonald

A Horseheads woman is facing charges after she allegedly stole funds from a local non-profit organization. According to the New York State Police, 58-year-old Karen L. Curtis has been charged with grand larceny in the third degree, which is a Class D felony. An investigation began... Read More.

Elmira Fire Chief to retire

Friday, March 13 by Pat McDonald

Longtime Elmira Fire Chief Andrew Mallow is retiring. Mallow has served the Elmira Fire Department for the past 27 years, including the last 3 ½ as its chief. The Chemung County Fire and Emergency Management department called Mallow a trusted leader, respected colleague and true friend. Here... Read More.

Chemung County Sheriff’s Office to participate in Drug Take Back Day next month

Friday, March 13 by Pat McDonald

The Chemung County Sheriff’s Office will participate in a national Drug Take Back Day next 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 residents... Read More.

Elmira Express Junior Players to present The Addams Family Musical this weekend

Thursday, March 12 by Pat McDonald

The Elmira Express Junior Players will present The Addams Family Musical this weekend. Showtimes are set for 7 pm on Friday and Saturday and 2 pm on Sunday at the theater inside Broadway Academy. Tickets are $12 for adults and $7 for students and senior citizens... Read More.

Ice skating and fishing now closed at Park Station

Thursday, March 12 by Pat McDonald

Ice skating and fishing season has come to a close at Park Station. The Chemung County Building and Grounds Department announced Tuesday that the park is no longer open for ice skating and ice fishing. Anyone with questions can contact the department at 607-737-2843.

Horseheads enacts ‘No Knock Law’

Wednesday, March 11 by Pat McDonald

The Village of Horseheads has a new law aimed at cracking down on unwanted solicitation. Under the new "No Knock Law," if a solicitor knocks on a door that has any type of "no soliciting" sign, they can be charged a $250 fine for each... Read More.

Elmira-Corning

Horseheads Launches “No Knock” Law to Curb Door-to-Door Solicitors

Firefighters Contain Lake Street House Fire, Rescue Dog

Beaver Dams Woman Indicted on 16 Perjury Charges in Schuyler County Court

New York State’s Annual Spring Burn Ban Now in Effect

Corning Boys, Horseheads Girls Punch Tickets to State Semifinals

Elmira Fire Department picks new chief

Horseheads woman facing charges for allegedly stealing from charity

Elmira Fire Chief to retire

Chemung County Sheriff’s Office to participate in Drug Take Back Day next month

Elmira Express Junior Players to present The Addams Family Musical this weekend

Ice skating and fishing now closed at Park Station

Horseheads enacts ‘No Knock Law’

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