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Victims identified in fatal Watkins Glen crash

Thursday, October 17 by Pat McDonald

The Schuyler County Sheriff’s Office has identified the two victims of Sunday’s fatal crash in Watkins Glen. According to WENY-TV, 55-year-old Manjula Velikanti and 61-year-old Prasad Velikanti were killed when the driver of the car they were in failed to yield to another vehicle in... Read More.

Two people killed in Watkins Glen crash

Monday, October 14 by Pat McDonald

Two people were killed in a car accident on Sunday in Watkins Glen. According to the Schuyler County Sheriff’s Office, the two-car crash occurred at around 10:52 a.m. on Sunday near County Route 16 and County Route 17 in Watkins Glen. Police said two passengers in... Read More.

Penn Yan Police investigating likely murder-suicide

Thursday, September 12 by Pat McDonald

The Penn Yan Police Department is investigating a likely murder-suicide after an adult man and woman were found shot inside a home in the village. According to WENY-TV, police said the man was shot numerous times while the woman was shot once. Police were notified after... Read More.

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NASCAR returns to Watkins Glen this week

Tuesday, September 10 by Pat McDonald

NASCAR will return to Watkins Glen International this week and some drivers will be making public appearances before racing at the famous road course. Xfinity Series driver Josh Bilicki and his racecar will be at Wisner Park in Elmira from 4 to 6 p.m. on... Read More.

Schuyler County resident facing charges after standoff with police

Friday, August 30 by Pat McDonald

A man is facing several charges after an all-day standoff in Schuyler County on Wednesday. According to the Schuyler County Sheriff’s Office, 43-year-old Dennis Thompson was arrested on Wednesday after a standoff with police at his home. Police were responding to the 3700 block of Cross... Read More.

Firefighters rescue dog from fire in Watkins Glen

Monday, August 12 by Pat McDonald

Firefighters were able to rescue a dog from a house fire in Watkins Glen on Sunday. According to WENY-TV, the fire broke out at around 11 a.m. on 11th street in Watkins Glen. A dog was found unconscious inside the home. Firefighters immediately started CPR and... Read More.

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NASCAR driver to appear at Bike The Glen event next week

Thursday, August 8 by Pat McDonald

NASCAR Cup Series driver Alex Bowman will be joining fans and taking a lap around Watkins Glen International at a slightly slower pace than he’s accustomed to as part of Bike the Glen on Wednesday, August 14. Bowman qualified for the Playoffs by virtue of... Read More.

Man who killed teen in Watkins Glen in 2000 denied parole

Friday, July 12 by Pat McDonald

The man convicted of killing a 15-year-old girl in Watkins Glen back in 2000 has been denied parole one more time. The latest decision from the parole board came late last month after convicted murderer Joshua Horein was interviewed by the board on June 20th. Horein... Read More.

Schuyler County murderer denied parole

Friday, June 7 by Pat McDonald

A Schuyler County man serving life in prison for the murder of a teenage girl over two decades ago has been denied parole. According to WENY-TV, the New York State Parole Board denied the application for parole for Joshua Horein, who was 16 years old... Read More.

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Native Nations Festival in Painted Post celebrates Culture and Interactive Powwow

Tuesday, September 12 by MyHometownToday

(Painted Post, NY) - A celebration of Native American Culture returns. All are welcome to The Annual Native Nations Festival on September 16 and 17 at The Y at Watson Woods (formerly Watson Homestead), 2120 Dry Run Road, Painted Post, N.Y. Admission and parking... Read More.

Schuyler County Farm Tour Weekend returns Sept. 29 for fourth year

Monday, August 7 by MyHometownToday

(WATKINS GLEN, NY) — The 4th Annual Schuyler County Farm Tour Weekend returns September 29–October 1. Schuyler County’s finest farms are once again opening their doors to the public, offering tours, tastings, hayrides, demonstrations, apple picking, shopping and opportunities to meet the farm animals. These... Read More.

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Victims identified in fatal Watkins Glen crash

Two people killed in Watkins Glen crash

Penn Yan Police investigating likely murder-suicide

NASCAR returns to Watkins Glen this week

Schuyler County resident facing charges after standoff with police

Firefighters rescue dog from fire in Watkins Glen

NASCAR driver to appear at Bike The Glen event next week

Man who killed teen in Watkins Glen in 2000 denied parole

Schuyler County murderer denied parole

Native Nations Festival in Painted Post celebrates Culture and Interactive Powwow

Schuyler County Farm Tour Weekend returns Sept. 29 for fourth year

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