Operation Community Give Back Lends a Hand, Makes Holidays Brighter

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.

1 hr 5 mins ago by Renata Stiehl
How New Yorkers can find shelter during sub-zero temps

How New Yorkers can find shelter during sub-zero temps

With temperatures across the Southern Tier hitting the negatives on Monday, Dec. 23rd, Tompkins County put out a reminder that will be Code Blue emergency shelter locations open to the public.

3 hrs 49 mins ago by Benjamin C. Klein
Home destroyed after Sunday night fire in Cameron

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

4 hrs 57 mins ago by Kurt Martone
Meet Tori, WENY's Pet of the Week!

Meet Tori, WENY's Pet of the Week!

Meet Tori, WENY's Pet of the Week from Pawz and Purrz Animal Rescue in Painted Post!

12 hrs ago by Linsey Madison
One dead and one injured after Route 6 crash in Tuscarora Twp.

One dead and one injured after Route 6 crash in Tuscarora Twp.

One person is dead and another is injured after a crash that happened on Sunday in Tuscarora Township.

22 hrs 44 mins ago by Morrissey Walsh
Is your trash collection changed for the holiday? Here's what you need to know if you live in Elmira or Elmira Heights

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

December 22nd, 9:08 PM EST by Morrissey Walsh
Wheeler's Candyland and Creamery in Pine City hosts candy cane making class and Toys for Tots drive

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.

December 22nd, 7:19 PM EST by Alecia Solorzano
Elmira Downtown Development to host Santa Sighting Tour

Elmira Downtown Development to host Santa Sighting Tour

On Monday, December 23rd, Santa and friends will take to the streets of the City of Elmira starting at 4:30 p.m. on Dickinson Street.

December 22nd, 6:58 PM EST by Morrissey Walsh
Local veterans bring gifts and care packages to their brothers in arms for the holiday season

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.

December 22nd, 12:06 AM EST by Alecia Solorzano
Operation Community Giveback in Elmira takes donations to bring personalized holiday shopping experience to those in need

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.

December 22nd, 12:06 AM EST by Alecia Solorzano
Skate with Santa & Friends in Corning

Skate with Santa & Friends in Corning

Days ahead of Christmas, kids will have the chance to ice skate with Santa.

December 21st, 11:15 AM EST by Linsey Madison
New year, new warmth

New year, new warmth

Winds from the north will continue to push snow onto the region this morning, especially in and around the Tompkins County area. Light snow is expected to continue throughout parts of the day, tapering off in the evening.

December 21st, 7:57 AM EST by Connor Freidhoff
Troopers: Head-on collision in Barton kills three people

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

5 hrs 37 mins ago by Kurt Martone
Arctic League Exceeds Goal, Closes Big Book for 2024

Arctic League Exceeds Goal, Closes Big Book for 2024

Chemung County's oldest charity closed its "big book" on another successful fundraising season, five days before Christmas.

December 21st, 12:23 AM EST by Renata Stiehl
Steuben Co. man arrested on multiple assault charges, larceny and more

Steuben Co. man arrested on multiple assault charges, larceny and more

A 40 year-old man from the Town of Dansville in Steuben County is being held without bail on charges of assault, gang assault, robbery and more.

December 20th, 7:00 PM EST by Benjamin C. Klein
Ithaca Tompkins International Airport adds new route

Ithaca Tompkins International Airport adds new route

The Ithaca Tompkins International Airport announced on that the airport is adding a new route to the nation's capitol starting on March 30th.

December 20th, 6:57 PM EST by Benjamin C. Klein
Notre Dame High School celebrates 70th Golden Mass

Notre Dame High School celebrates 70th Golden Mass

The Golden Mass tradition has gone on every year since the school's establishment in 1955. Over that time, hundreds of local families have received gracious donations of food, clothes, and toys during the holiday season.

December 20th, 6:55 PM EST by Connor Freidhoff
New owners of Beef's Bar and Grill talk plans for the staple Horseheads restaurant

New owners of Beef's Bar and Grill talk plans for the staple Horseheads restaurant

A long-time Horseheads restaurant and bar is under new ownership as of Friday. Beef's Bar and Grill's new owners shared more about the future of the neighborhood staple.

December 20th, 6:42 PM EST by Alecia Solorzano
Steuben County Highway Superintendents support foster children through gift drive

Steuben County Highway Superintendents support foster children through gift drive

BATH, N.Y. (WENY) -- Highway Superintendents across Steuben County teamed up this week to help over 250 children receive gifts on Christmas. Members of the Steuben Town Municipal Highway Superintendents Association of Steuben County, made up of highway de

December 20th, 5:47 PM EST by Kurt Martone
Bradford Co. man sentenced for killing pedestrian while driving drunk

Bradford Co. man sentenced for killing pedestrian while driving drunk

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

December 20th, 3:39 PM EST by Kurt Martone
Chemung Co. Sheriff's Office conducts Elf Investigations for local families
Chemung Co. Sheriff's Office conducts Elf Investigations for local families

'Tis the holiday season, which means elves on the shelf have made their yearly visits to many families in the area. But, the Chemung County Sheriff's Office says some elves have been causing mischief in the community.

Citations issued at encampment in Elmira
Citations issued at encampment in Elmira

Last month, the City of Elmira passed an ordinance banning camping within city limits. On Wednesday, the city took action in enforcing that ban.

Village of Odessa Could Dissolve, Candidates Needed to Continue Village Government
Village of Odessa Could Dissolve, Candidates Needed to Continue Village Government

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 man arrested for allegedly trying to have sex with a child
Elmira man arrested for allegedly trying to have sex with a child

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

SUNY Corning Community College hosts annual STEM Day to help students explore future study and career opportunities
SUNY Corning Community College hosts annual STEM Day to help students explore future study and career opportunities

Experiments, presentations, and demonstrations helped local high schoolers make decisions about their futures. The Annual STEM Day with various hands-on experiences for over 600 students was held at SUNY Corning Community College on Wednesday.

Elmira's Washington Avenue Bridge back open
Elmira's Washington Avenue Bridge back open

The city of Elmira announced Wednesday morning the Washington Avenue bridge over the Norfolk Southern railroad will reopen on Wednesday, December 18th at 1PM.

Chemung Co. Habitat for Humanity celebrates 35 years, new home build
Chemung Co. Habitat for Humanity celebrates 35 years, new home build

Habitat for Humanity has been a staple in the Chemung County for decades now. On Tuesday, the organization debuted a new build in Elmira, marking dozens of homes in a milestone 35 years.

PSP searching for suspected Knoxville bank robber
PSP searching for suspected Knoxville bank robber

KNOXVILLE, PA. (WENY) -- Pennsylvania State Police announced Tuesday that they are looking for a man who allegedly robbed the C&N Bank in Knoxville Monday night. According to troopers, a man armed with a handgun entered the bank around 4:30 p.m. and deman