Southern Tier communities awarded $3.3 million for playground projects
Owego, Elmira, Wellsburg, Montour Falls and Ithaca are among the Southern Tier communities receiving NY PLAYS grants.
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Sayre man sentenced to state prison in methamphetamine case
Dylan Parrish of Sayre received a sentence of six to 36 months for felony possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine.
Elmira man charged in Big Flats home burglary
The Chemung County Sheriff's Office says Drew Shaffer of Elmira faces burglary and grand-larceny charges after a July break-in.
Broome and Tioga unemployment rates hold steady in August
Broome County remained at 4.5 percent unemployment, Tioga County was at 3.7 percent, and employment increased from a year earlier.
Red Cross urges blood and platelet donations this fall
The American Red Cross is asking donors of all blood types to help hospitals maintain a steady fall supply.
New York highlights free fall-prevention resources for older adults
New York is highlighting free strength, balance and safety resources during Fall Prevention Awareness Week.
Route 17 bridge project moves into second phase in Union and Vestal
Eastbound Route 17 will use one lane between Exits 67 and 69 beginning Tuesday afternoon as the $4.5 million bridge project advances.
Bradford County District Attorney releases latest sentencing roundup
The latest county-court list includes sentences in assault, theft, drug, impaired-driving and felony-trespass cases.
Rural King opens its first New York store in Elmira
The farm-and-home retailer's Elmira location is its first in New York, with grand-opening events scheduled Friday through Sunday.
New York offers $8 million for more behavioral-health crisis response teams
Local agencies and nonprofit providers can seek up to $2 million per team, with at least one award reserved for a rural pilot.
Williams Auto Group plans Mazda dealership in Vestal
Williams Auto Group is targeting a November opening for a Mazda dealership at the former Skate Estate property in Vestal.
Elmira man charged after loaded handguns found in Southport
Chemung County investigators say two loaded handguns were found during a probation home visit at Hopkins Place Apartments.
