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Longtime Schuyler County Sheriff Yessman passes away

Wednesday, December 3 by Pat McDonald

Longtime Schuyler County Sheriff William Yessman has passed away. Yessman served as Schuyler County Sheriff for 16 years before retiring in 2021. He held various positions in the sheriff's office, including sergeant, lieutenant and undersheriff, for more than 36 years. Members of the Schuyler County Community and... Read More.

Elmira man facing felony charges after shooting incident, hostage situation

Monday, December 1 by Pat McDonald

An Elmira man is facing charges after a shooting incident and hostage situation in Elmira over the weekend. According to Elmira Police, the incident occurred at around 6:48 a.m. on Saturday in the area of the 500 block of Franklin Street. The gunshot was reported... Read More.

Downtown Elmira Holiday Parade set for Friday morning

Wednesday, November 26 by Pat McDonald

The 69th annual Downtown Elmira Holiday Parade is set for this weekend. The parade will start at 10 a.m. on Friday on the Clemens Center Parkway in downtown Elmira. There will be holiday-themed floats from community groups and businesses along with bands and dance groups, and... Read More.

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Elmira Aviators hand out turkeys to families in need

Wednesday, November 26 by Pat McDonald

The Elmira Aviators gave back to the community on Tuesday by handing out turkeys to local residents. Members of the Aviators handed out around two dozen turkeys at the Elmira Economic Opportunity Program. The turkeys were donated by the Stemerman family, which owns the LECOM Event... Read More.

LECOM Event Center teaming up with professional event management company

Tuesday, November 25 by Pat McDonald

The LECOM Event Center has entered into a partnership with a professional event management company. The partnership is with OYD Management and OYD Live, which will look to bring more events and activities to the arena in downtown Elmira. Arena officials are hoping to see a... Read More.

Notre Dame High School to host Turkey Trot

Tuesday, November 25 by Pat McDonald

Notre Dame High School will continue a Thanksgiving tradition by hosting the 13th annual Bob Agan Memorial Turkey Trot 5k. The event will be held on Thanksgiving morning. The race will begin at 9 a.m. outside the high school and follows a flat, 3.1 mile... Read More.

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Steuben County man gets 90 years for rape

Monday, November 24 by Pat McDonald

A Steuben County man will spend the rest of his life in state prison for several rapes. According to the Steuben County District Attorney's Office, 51-year-old Howard resident Matthew Kapp was sentenced to 90 years in prison after he was convicted on six counts of... Read More.

Burlington to leave Arnot Mall, moving into Southern Tier Crossing

Monday, November 24 by Pat McDonald

The Arnot Mall will be losing another store in the near future. Burlington will be leaving the mall and moving into the former JOANN's Fabrics and Crafts in the Southern Tier Crossing shopping plaza in Horseheads. Renovations are now underway for the new Burlington location. The opening... Read More.

Elmira men arrested for allegedly stealing copper pipes in Chemung

Friday, November 21 by Pat McDonald

Two Elmira man were arrested on Thursday after they were caught allegedly cutting copper pipes from a building in the Town of Chemung. According to police 30-year-old Alexander J. Root and 26-year-old Austin M Smith-Halpin have been charged with felony burglary in the third degree. Troopers... Read More.

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Steuben County man facing felony charges for sexually assaulting minor

Friday, November 21 by Pat McDonald

A Steuben County man has been arrested for allegedly sexually abusing a child for several years. According to the New York State Police, 35-year-old Campbell resident Allen Jermone has been charged with rape, course of sexual conduct against a child, strangulation and other related charges. The... Read More.

Chemung County Sheriff’s Office warning residents about scams

Friday, November 21 by Pat McDonald

The Chemung County Sheriff’s Office wants to remind everyone that the holiday season is a busy time for you and for scammers. Telephone scammers try to trick you out of money or to get you to give your personal information. The callers often pretend... Read More.

Chemung County Legislative Chair announces run for County Executive

Thursday, November 20 by Pat McDonald

Chemung County Legislative Chair Mark Margeson has announced his candidacy for Chemung County Executive. Margeson, who represents the Town of Erin and Horseheads, made his announcement at the Lattitude 42 Taphouse on Tuesday. The Horseheads native serves as the Chair of the Chemung County Industrial Development... Read More.

Elmira-Corning

Longtime Schuyler County Sheriff Yessman passes away

Elmira man facing felony charges after shooting incident, hostage situation

Downtown Elmira Holiday Parade set for Friday morning

Elmira Aviators hand out turkeys to families in need

LECOM Event Center teaming up with professional event management company

Notre Dame High School to host Turkey Trot

Steuben County man gets 90 years for rape

Burlington to leave Arnot Mall, moving into Southern Tier Crossing

Elmira men arrested for allegedly stealing copper pipes in Chemung

Steuben County man facing felony charges for sexually assaulting minor

Chemung County Sheriff’s Office warning residents about scams

Chemung County Legislative Chair announces run for County Executive

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