NY burn ban in effect until May 14

The annual New York State Burn Ban remains in effect until May 14th.Since 2009, the DEC has enforced the brush burning ban to prevent wildfires and protect communities and first responders during heightened conditions for wildfires.Backyard fire pits and campfires less than three feet... Read More.

Strange calls for investigation into NYSEG

Chemung County Legislator Rodney Strange is calling for an independent investigation into NYSEG.Strange said in a Facebook post, that he wants the state legislature to conduct a bipartisan and independent investigation into issues with NYSEG. The issues include billing practices, operating procedures, electric... Read More.

Candor Daffodil Festival set for April 26

The Candor Daffodil Festival is scheduled for later this month.The annual event will be held on Saturday, April 26th at the Candor Ball Park, located at 40 Spencer Ave. and McCarty Street.There will be over 100 local vendors, kids' activities, live music on three... Read More.

Elmira man facing child porn charges

An Elmira man is facing charges for allegedly possessing child porn.According to Elmira Police, 32-year-old Jonathan L. Stallings has been charged with felony counts of promoting and possessing an obscene sexual performance by a child.Tips that were sent to the National Center for Missing... Read More.

Johnson City man arrested for sex crimes against a minor

A Johnson City man is facing felony charges after allegedly providing alcohol to a minor in exchange for sexual contact.On March 21, 2025, Broome County Sheriff’s Office detectives completed an investigation into sexual offenses involving a juvenile female by charging Keith T. Harrison II,... Read More.

Pickett, Owlett to host human trafficking seminars this week

HARRISBURG – Human trafficking is one of the fastest-growing crimes in the nation, and children are frequently being victimized right in their own homes, often via the internet. To help combat the problem, Reps. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) and Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming) are inviting parents, grandparents and other... Read More.

Croft Lumber wins GVCC Business of the Year

Croft Lumber was named the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year during a ceremony last week.Owner Warren Croft accepted the award on behalf of his staff during the banquet held at the Grand Victorian Best Western Inn in Sayre on Wednesday.Croft... Read More.

Dead puppies found in cooler in Vestal

Vestal Dog Control is seeking the public’s help after the discovery of two dead puppies in a cooler last week.The cooler was found on the side of Underwood Road in Vestal on Wednesday, March 27th. An officer confirmed that two deceased pit bull puppies... Read More.