Elmira-Corning Archives - Page 6 of 98

Williams Auto Group holding Drive Pink campaign in October

Monday, October 13 by Pat McDonald

This October, vehicle purchases and service appointments at Williams Auto Group will help support local breast cancer patients.For the 10th year, Williams Auto Group's "Drive Pink" campaign will turn every sale and service into a donation to the Guthrie Breast Care Fund, helping patients... Read More.

Gov. Hochul announces $10 million investment to launch SUNY Brain Institute

Monday, October 13 by Pat McDonald

Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced a $10 million investment to launch the SUNY Brain Institute; a multi-campus initiative focused on expanding SUNY’s groundbreaking neuroscience research. The SUNY Brain Institute will fund shared equipment and research infrastructure at SUNY institutions with significant capacity in this... Read More.

Former Elmira Pioneers player passes away after battle with leukemia

Thursday, October 9 by Pat McDonald

A former Elmira Pioneers player has passed away after a battle with leukemia.Former Pioneers outfielder Eddie Kaufman passed away on Tuesday. He was just 20 years old.Kaufman was diagnosed with the disease last October. He was receiving treatment at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.Kaufman... Read More.

NY Public Service Commission holding public hearings on proposed NYSEG rate increases

Wednesday, October 8 by Pat McDonald

The New York State Public Service Commission held a public hearing at Binghamton City Hall on Tuesday about the proposed NYSEG rate increases.NYSEG is looking to raise its base electricity delivery revenue by 35 percent and its natural gas revenues by nearly 40 percent... Read More.

Dozens of boats stuck at Montour Falls Marina

Wednesday, October 8 by Pat McDonald

Dozens of boats at the Montour Falls Marina are stuck in the mud and currently cannot be moved.With the low levels of rainfall, the water level is lower than normal in the canal. That has caused the issue with the boats being stuck.A spokesperson... Read More.

Sayre resident wins Guthrie Wineglass Marathon

Tuesday, October 7 by Pat McDonald

Two runners with ties to the region brought home titles at the Guthrie Wineglass Marathon over the weekend.Sayre resident Sadie James won the women's race in two hours, 48 minutes and 58 seconds.The men's race was won by Ithaca College graduate Dennis Ryan, who... Read More.

Tompkins County man killed in Newfield car accident

Tuesday, October 7 by Pat McDonald

A Tompkins County man was killed in a two-car crash in Newfield on Sunday.According to the Tompkins County Sheriff's Office, 31-year-old Shaquille Stuttle was killed in the crash that occurred at the intersection of West Danby Road and Decker Road in Newfield.An investigation revealed... Read More.

Wineglass Marathon set for this weekend

Friday, October 3 by Pat McDonald

The Guthrie Wineglass Marathon is set for this weekend.The 44th annual event will be held on Sunday with more than 5,000 runners expected to compete.Around 2,700 runners will start at 8:15 am in Bath for the full marathon, while another 3,000 will begin the... Read More.

Burn ban in place in New York through Oct. 15

Friday, October 3 by Pat McDonald

A burn ban is currently in effect in New York.Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced the statewide burn ban due to increased fire risk and continued dry conditions.The ban will be in effect for 14 days, from Oct. 2 through Oct. 15.It will be re-evaluated... Read More.

Ollie’s Bargain Outlet opens in Painted Post

Thursday, October 2 by Pat McDonald

A large crowd gathered at the former Big Lots in Painted Post on Wednesday for the opening of the new Ollie's Bargain Outlet.According to WENY-TV, hundreds of shoppers were lined up at the new store, which is located at 98 Victory Highway.The bargain outlet... Read More.

NY Attorney General’s Office launches investigation into officer-involved shooting in Chemung

Thursday, October 2 by Pat McDonald

The New York Attorney General’s Office has opened an investigation into the officer-involved shooting last week in Chemung.The Office of Special Investigation launched the investigation following the death of 18-year-old Nathan Novakowski, who was killed after a domestic incident turned violent on Sunday, Sept.... Read More.

Local group pushing for new skatepark at Eldridge Park in Elmira

Wednesday, October 1 by Pat McDonald

A local group is pushing for the City of Elmira to build a new skatepark at Eldridge Park.The Elmira Skatepark Advocacy Group is working with city officials on the next steps for the skatepark.The current skatepark at Eldridge Park was built almost 25 years... Read More.