Senator Libous Fighting Closure Of Psychiatric Centers

Governor Andrew Cuomo has put forth a plan for the state to consolidate several psychiatric centers and create regional locations, a plan which would close the Binghamton Psychiatric Center and the Broome Developmental Center, among others. The plan has been met with strong opposition... Read More.

Chemung County CCE Urges Restoration Of Budget Cut

Several programs at the Chemung County Cornell Cooperative Extension could be at risk if lawmakers have their way. The organization urged the county to reconsider their proposed budget at a public hearing Monday night. The county is proposing cutting $50,000 from the... Read More.

Elmira Police Seeking Public's Assistance

Elmira police are hoping the community can help them solve some recent crimes. They're looking for information on three separate incidents from the past couple of weeks. The most recent happened in the area of West Warren Street Sunday afternoon. Police say a... Read More.
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Employee Arrested For Stealing And Cashing Checks

An Elmira man has been charged with burglary. Elmira Heights police received a complaint from the owner of Brian's Flooring on College Avenue, stating that cash and checks had been stolen from his office. Following an investigation, officers arrested Christopher Deprimo, an... Read More.

Elmira Police Investigating Bank Robbery

A search is underway for an armed robber in Chemung County. Authorities say the gunman stole money from the Finger Lakes Health Care Federal Credit Union in Elmira Saturday. The Elmira Police Department was out canvassing the area in the 500 block... Read More.

Wind Advisory Remains In Effect Until 2PM

WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON for STEUBEN, SCHUYLER, CHEMUNG, TOMPKINS, CORTLAND, CHENANGO, OTSEGO, TIOGA, BROOME, DELAWARE AND SULLIVAN COUNTIES. These areas are experiencing WINDS from the SOUTH and SOUTHWEST at 20-30 MPH WITH GUSTS up to 45... Read More.
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Kraft/Polly-O Recalls String Cheese Products

Kraft Foods has announced a recall of some dairy products, including some that have been distributed by the Southern Tier Food Bank. Products being recalled include varieties of Kraft and Polly-O String Cheese. These items may spoil before their best-when-used-by dates, which are... Read More.

Casino Proposition On November 5th Ballot

November 5th will mark an important day for all of New York State, as voting will take place for Proposition #1, an amendment to the state's constitution. The proposition will ask for the constitution to be changed, to allow four new, full, non-Indian casinos... Read More.
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One Dead In Elmira Train-Pedestrian Incident

A train hit a pedestrian in Elmira Wednesday evening near Miller Street in the city. Firefighters say one person died. There's no word on the victim's identity. According to operator Norfolk Southern, the westbound train heading towards Buffalo struck the victim around... Read More.

Chemung County To Retain Nursing Facility Ownership

Chemung County will maintain ownership of the county's nursing facility. Chemung County legislature voted on a plan Tuesday night to keep the facility in the county's hands. There was concern that financial challenges would lead to the nursing home being sold to a private... Read More.

Excellus Withdraws From Medicaid Participation

Over 37,000 people in the region will be affected by a change in Medicaid participation by Excellus BlueCross Blue Shield. The insurance provider has announced that beginning January 1st, it will no long participate in Medicaid managed care and Family Health Plus health insurance... Read More.