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2024 Guthrie Corning Hospital Valentine’s Ball raises over $75,000

Monday, February 19 by Pat McDonald

CORNING – The Guthrie Corning Hospital Valentine’s Ball was a heartwarming success. More than $75,000 was raised, with net proceeds benefiting the Guthrie Corning Cancer Center. The sold-out event was held Feb. 10 at the Corning Museum of Glass. During the event, Corning Hospital President... Read More.

Third round of Scholarship Challenge set for Saturday

Monday, February 19 by Pat McDonald

The 44th annual Scholarship Challenge returns to the Sayre Theatre stage this Saturday, Feb. 24 for the third round of action.The third round will feature teams from Tioga, Sayre, Grace Christian Academy, Sullivan County and Canton.Those five teams will try and join Newark Valley... Read More.

NY State Police asking public for help finding man missing since 2017

Thursday, February 15 by Pat McDonald

New York State Police are asking the public for help finding a man who went missing following a traffic stop seven years ago.According to police, Jeffrey J. Rumsey, now 46, fled Minier’s Park in Big Flats after a traffic stop at about 9:30 p.m.... Read More.

Assemblyman Friend calls on state to halt electric bus plan

Tuesday, February 13 by Pat McDonald

New York state's mandate to transition school buses to electric power has left many questions, and Assemblyman Christopher S. Friend (R,C-Big Flats) has voiced significant concerns over the feasibility and implications of this ambitious plan. According to a press release from Friend's office, with... Read More.

Guthrie welcomes new providers

Friday, February 9 by Pat McDonald

Sayre, Pa. – Guthrie is pleased to welcome the following providers who recently joined the organization: Diego Accorsi, MD joins the general surgery team in Cortland with clinical interests in minimally invasive surgery, wound care, and anti-reflux procedure. Dr. Accorsi completed his education at Saba... Read More.

CASA Trinity opens new mental health outpatient clinic in Elmira

Friday, February 9 by Pat McDonald

CASA Trinity has opened a new mental health outpatient clinic in Elmira.The new facility, which opened in late December, is located on West Water Street and offers services like screening, diagnosis, individual and group therapy and more.The location is temporary while a new permanent... Read More.

Local attorney running for Chemung County Family Court Judge

Friday, February 2 by Pat McDonald

A local attorney has announced his campaign for Family Court Judge in Chemung County.Bryan Maggs made it official on Tuesday evening. He has been an attorney for 23 years, previously working as a family court attorney, an attorney for Chemung County and a judicial... Read More.

Elmira police identify woman who was found near train tracks

Wednesday, January 31 by Pat McDonald

ELMIRA -- The Elmira Police Department released the name of the woman who was found dead next to train tracks in Elmira on Monday.According to police, 47-year-old Melissa Swido of Elmira was found on the gravel shoulder of the Norfolk Southern Railway bridge over... Read More.

Binghamton man dies in Chemung County crash

Wednesday, January 31 by Pat McDonald

A Binghamton man was killed in a car accident on County Route 60 in Chemung County over the weekend.According to New York State Police, 29-year-old Isiah J. Montgomery died after the car he was driving west on County Route 60 in the Town of... Read More.

State police identify victim who died in kayak accident

Wednesday, January 31 by Pat McDonald

SOUTHPORT -- New York State Police have identified the kayaker who died on Seeley Creek in Southport over the weekend.According to police, 44-year-old Shawn R. McWhorter of Pine City died after his kayak capsized at around 1:30 p.m. on Sunday.McWhorter was eventually removed from... Read More.

Scholarship Challenge kicks off Saturday

Tuesday, January 30 by Pat McDonald

SAYRE -- The 44th annual Scholarship Challenge will return to the Sayre Theatre stage this Saturday, Feb. 3.The popular high school quiz show will be held every Saturday, starting at 10 a.m., through the finals on March 16th.Teams from Horseheads, Spencer-Van Etten, Sayre, Newark... Read More.

Police investigating death in Elmira

Tuesday, January 30 by Pat McDonald

ELMIRA -- The Elmira Police Department is investigating the death of a 47-year-old female who was found between East Hudson Street and Pennsylvania Avenue on Monday morning.The victim was located on the gravel shoulder of the Norfolk Southern Railway. The identity of the deceased... Read More.