Elmira Pioneers host event to help the less fortunate
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- The Elmira Pioneers hosted their seventh annual Helping the Less Fortunate event in Elmira Tuesday. Over 200 people attended the give-back which was held from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Family Fitness Center on Pennsylvania Ave. Atten
Caring for Family Members with Alzheimer's During the Holidays
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's can create high levels of stress and heavy emotional strains during the holidays. For those with the disease, being together for the holidays can sometimes reveal its progression to their family members
First Presbyterian Church of Corning hosting free Christmas dinner
CORNING, N.Y. (WENY) -- The First Presbyterian Church of Corning is hosting a free Christmas dinner Wednesday for those who may be alone on the holiday. The event will start with a Christmas sing-a-long at 11:30 a.m., followed by dinner at 12 p.m. Accordi
Chemung County gets state grant for sewer consolidation project
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Chemung County has received a $10 million grant from New York State to go towards the Sewer Consolidation Project. Over the summer, Chemung County announced plans to close the Lake Street Wastewater Treatment Plant to move the opera
Operation Community Give Back Lends a Hand, Makes Holidays Brighter
People lined up around the Park Church on West Gray Street, for the first ever "Operation Give Back" - coordinated by Runway for a Cause. The free shopping event had donated clothing, personal care items, and toys for people in need.
Visitors can Learn about White House in New Interactive Experience in Washington
WASHINGTON, D.C. - If you’re looking for a unique experience visiting our nation's capital, why not try being President for a few moments? Well, you can at a new interactive experience from the White House Historical Association. In September, they
Outgoing Congressman Molinaro Open to Returning to Public Service
WASHINGTON, D.C. - After losing the election by three points, Congressman Marc Molinaro (R-NY) gave his farewell remarks on the House floor. He told our Washington Correspondent if given the chance, he would love to serve again. The Congressman served one
Home destroyed after Sunday night fire in Cameron
CAMERON, N.Y. (WENY) --A home is totally destroyed after a house fire in Cameron Sunday night. According to the Cameron Volunteer Fire Department, the blaze started inside the chimney, and then spread to the surrounding walls and roof of the home. No one
Langworthy Hopes to Bring Down Energy Costs with New Role on House Energy and Commerce Committee
Congressman Nick Langworthy (R- NY) has been appointed to the House Energy and Commerce Committee. According to Langworthy's office, he is the first member of Congress to represent the southern tier on the committee in modern history.
Is your trash collection changed for the holiday? Here's what you need to know if you live in Elmira or Elmira Heights
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- With the holidays approaching, some trash pickup days are being moved. If you live in Elmira or Elmira Heights and your regular trash day is Wednesday, your trash will be picked up on a different day. The City of Elmira announced th
Wheeler's Candyland and Creamery in Pine City hosts candy cane making class and Toys for Tots drive
Jodi Wheeler has been making candy in the region for over 30 years. Each year, when the holidays approach, Wheeler shares her experience with others by teaching them how to make candy canes and encouraging people to donate to Toys for Tots.
Local veterans bring gifts and care packages to their brothers in arms for the holiday season
During the holiday season, several veterans are taking the time to remind their brothers in arms that they are not forgotten. Local veterans from the region and of Corning Inc's Corning Veterans Engaged to Support brought gifts to veterans in Horseheads.
Operation Community Giveback in Elmira takes donations to bring personalized holiday shopping experience to those in need
To bring a little extra love to those in need this holiday season, Runway For A Cause and Le Kim Associates are hosting Operation Community Giveback. The drive will bring these items to the public next week with a little holiday twist.
Troopers: Head-on collision in Barton kills three people
BARTON, N.Y. (WENY) -- Three people are dead and two are injured after a crash on State Route 34 in Barton Friday afternoon, according to New York State Police. Shortly before 1:30 p.m., a woman driving an SUV north on the roadway with three passengers in
WASHINGTON, D.C. - We are just hours away before the government shuts down. House Republican members said there is a plan to fund the government but this measure does not include President-Elect Donald Trump’s wish to address the debt ceiling. Spea
TOWANDA, PA. (WENY) -- A Columbia Crossroads man will serve a maximum sentence of over 20 years in prison after being convicted of killing another man on the side of the road while driving drunk, according to the Bradford County District Attorney's Office
Since August, fixing roads, infrastructure, and clearing waterways have been the key focus in Steuben County's flood recovery efforts. Just over four months later, officials are providing an update and sharing how response efforts have improved.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - House Republicans are unveiling a new stopgap spending measure to keep the government funded. This comes after President-Elect Donald Trump and Elon Musk pressured members to oppose a previous deal. The new version of the measure is not
PAINTED POST, N.Y. (WENY) -- A woman from Painted Post recently won $3 million through a scratch-off ticket, according to the New York Lottery. After state and federal withholdings, she received a single lump sum payment of $1,406,160. Lottery officials s
Last month, the City of Elmira passed an ordinance banning camping within city limits. On Wednesday, the city took action in enforcing that ban.
The Village of Odessa's Mayor is encouraging residents to consider joining the local government to avoid having to dissolve the village. If people are interested in running for a trustee position or mayor, time is running out.
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- A 31-year-old Elmira man was arrested for allegedly trying to have sex with at least one minor, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of New York. Jacob Brewer allegedly contacted a 16-year-old girl throug
