Students say Cornell University has suspended 4 protestors as encampment continues

Students say Cornell University has suspended 4 protestors as encampment continues

ITHACA, N.Y. (WENY) -- It’s been more than 24 hours since students at Cornell University have set up an encampment on the Arts Quad on campus, calling it a ‘liberated zone.’ In the first referendum in 25 years, undergraduate students pas

1 hr 55 mins ago by Crystal Bermudez
2023 Distinguished Volunteers of the Years Awards will be presented May 9

2023 Distinguished Volunteers of the Years Awards will be presented May 9

The Chemung County Department of Aging and Long-Term Care will recognize Older Americans Month by presenting the 2023 Distinguished Volunteers of the Year Awards on May 9.

1 hr 56 mins ago by Crystal Bermudez
Two SUNY Cortland football players signed as NFL undrafted free agents

Two SUNY Cortland football players signed as NFL undrafted free agents

Wide receivers Cole Burgess and JJ Laap were both signed as undrafted free agents. Burgess signing with the Cincinnati Bengals and Laap landing with the Los Angeles Rams. 

9 hrs 52 mins ago by Karina Norman
On Stage with 'United with Voices' Fundraiser

On Stage with 'United with Voices' Fundraiser

On Saturday, April 27th, the 'United with Voices' returned to Tioga Downs. Eleven singing contestants took the stage singing LIVE in front of judges to see who became the winner of the annual competition.

14 hrs 33 mins ago by Max Coven
Troy's Endless Mountains Maple Festival brings in hundreds

Troy's Endless Mountains Maple Festival brings in hundreds

Alparon Park was full of visitors this weekend for the annual Endless Mountains Maple Festival. Dating back to the 1980's, the festival has rich history.

15 hrs 1 min ago by Morrissey Walsh
The Winner of the 2024 Seneca7, a 77.7 Mile Relay has Crossed the Finish Line

The Winner of the 2024 Seneca7, a 77.7 Mile Relay has Crossed the Finish Line

Laces were tied tightly for the 12th annual "Seneca7," a 77.7 mile relay around Seneca Lake. The winner just crossed the finish line, and the winning team is...

10 hrs 31 mins ago by Max Coven
The Chemung County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event Returns in May

The Chemung County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event Returns in May

On Saturday, May 18th Chemung County residents will have the opportunity to safely dispose of old household chemicals. This waste disposal is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chemung County and is free.

14 hrs 34 mins ago by Max Coven
607 Soaring Competition encourages collegiate start up businesses

607 Soaring Competition encourages collegiate start up businesses

Local college students pitched their business startup ideas in the 607 Soaring competition. Students got the chance to showcase business ideas of their own making, and even have a chance of winning prize money to make those ideas a reality.

April 27th, 7:49 PM EDT by Morrissey Walsh
Chemung Co. Sheriff's annual drug take back collects over 600 pounds of unused medications

Chemung Co. Sheriff's annual drug take back collects over 600 pounds of unused medications

April 27th is National Drug Take Back Day, and the Chemung County Sheriff's Office took part in collection unused or unwanted prescription drugs.

April 27th, 11:45 PM EDT by Morrissey Walsh
Arnot Health raises Donate Life flag to honor organ donors

Arnot Health raises Donate Life flag to honor organ donors

April is Donate Life month in honor of organ donation and the lives that have been impacted. Arnot Ogden Medical Center held a flag raising earlier today to punctuate their support of organ donation.

April 27th, 7:38 AM EDT by Connor Freidhoff
Three Charged in Connection to Murder Appear for Preliminary Hearings in Bradford Co. Court

Three Charged in Connection to Murder Appear for Preliminary Hearings in Bradford Co. Court

All three appeared in court for the first time in Bradford County Court to determine if there was enough evidence to go to trial. Twelve people testified in Friday's preliminary hearings, one of them was one of Ronda's children.

April 26th, 9:01 PM EDT by Linsey Madison
Congressman Nick Langworthy talks about supporting Southern Tier law enforcement

Congressman Nick Langworthy talks about supporting Southern Tier law enforcement

Congressman (R-NY) Nick Langworthy had a press conference sheriffs from Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, and Tioga Counties to talk about ways to crack down on retail theft and protecting local law enforcement agencies. 

April 26th, 6:19 PM EDT by Alexandra Deryn
Small plane catches fire at Hornell Airport

Small plane catches fire at Hornell Airport

HORNELL, N.Y. (WENY) -- A small plane caught on fire Friday while on the runway of the Hornell Airport. According to the Hornell Firefighters Association, a plane's cabin and engine, stopped at the north end of the runway, was fully engulfed in flames. Th

April 26th, 4:47 PM EDT by Kurt Martone
Motorcyclist airlifted after crash in Beaver Dams

Motorcyclist airlifted after crash in Beaver Dams

BEAVER DAMNS, N.Y. (WENY) --

April 26th, 3:51 PM EDT by Kurt Martone
Smoke rises over Chemung as crews battle brush fire

Smoke rises over Chemung as crews battle brush fire

CHEMUNG, N.Y. (WENY) -- Twenty fire departments responded to a call for a house and brush fire on Neason Rd. in Chemung, New York Thursday. The initial call came out for emergency services around 5:30 p.m.

April 26th, 3:12 PM EDT by Kurt Martone
PA Rep. Owlett Warns of Fake Robocall Scam Asking for Donations

PA Rep. Owlett Warns of Fake Robocall Scam Asking for Donations

Pennsylvania State Representative Clint Owlett is warning his constituents about a fake robocall scam, asking for donations in support of police.

April 26th, 2:36 PM EDT by Renata Stiehl
A Wisecracking Donkey Leads the Way in Shrek the Musical

A Wisecracking Donkey Leads the Way in Shrek the Musical

Once upon a time, a green ogre named Shrek led the way for a group of characters looking to share their story. This is where it all begins before the show visits Elmira's Clemens Center.

April 26th, 7:53 AM EDT by Max Coven
Driver crashes into parked car and power line in West Elmira

Driver crashes into parked car and power line in West Elmira

Overnight, there was an accident that took place on Hendy Creek Road in West Elmira.  

April 26th, 7:54 AM EDT by Crystal Bermudez
The Last Stand Reopens Friday Morning after Car Crashes into Shop Last Weekend

The Last Stand Reopens Friday Morning after Car Crashes into Shop Last Weekend

The Horseheads location of the Last Stand announced Thursday night they will reopen bright and early Friday morning. Here is what the ice cream shop said in a Facebook post.

April 26th, 7:54 AM EDT by Max Coven
Planned fixes coming to divot on Riverside Drive in Athens, timeline moved up after crash

Planned fixes coming to divot on Riverside Drive in Athens, timeline moved up after crash

ATHENS TOWNSHIP, PA. (WENY) -- The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) says they plan to patch the divot on Riverside Drive in Athens Township Saturday, weather permitting. Fixes were planned for this roadway initially, before a fatal car

April 25th, 8:36 PM EDT by Kurt Martone
Newfield man arrested on weapons charges
Newfield man arrested on weapons charges

NEWFIELD, N.Y. (WENY) -- A Newfield man was arrested Tuesday on weapons charges. The Tompkins County Sheriff says 23-year-old Rayquan Brooks had meth, heroin and pills on him after law enforcement performed a probationary check on him in Newfield. Brooks

Sayre man arrested for allegedly making meth
Sayre man arrested for allegedly making meth

SAYRE, PA. (WENY) -- A Sayre man was arrested on 66 felonies and 74 misdemeanors over allegedly making meth, according to the Bradford County Drug Task Force and the Pennsylvania State Police Vice and Narcotics Unit. The charges follow a search of his hom

The Road to the Seneca7, a 77.7 Mile Relay around Seneca Lake
The Road to the Seneca7, a 77.7 Mile Relay around Seneca Lake

A 77.7-mile relay around Seneca Lake takes off bright and early Sunday morning. Here are the details for all participants.

Claverack to Receive $4.8 Million to Expand Broadband Access
Claverack to Receive $4.8 Million to Expand Broadband Access

A utility company headquartered in the Northern Tier is getting millions of dollars to expand access to broadband internet in rural communities.

SUNY C.C.C. hosts job fair to recruit skilled workers for positions in the Southern Tier
SUNY C.C.C. hosts job fair to recruit skilled workers for positions in the Southern Tier

The annual Regional Job Fair returned to SUNY Corning Community College. Organizers of the event wanted to host this event because the need for skilled workers in the Southern Tier is great.

Almost $1 million in state grant given to Westfield to replace sewer pipe
Almost $1 million in state grant given to Westfield to replace sewer pipe

WESTFIELD BOROUGH, PA. (WENY) -- Westfield Borough is receiving a $957,000 grant and an over $400,000 loan to replace over 2,000 feet of sewer pipe, according to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Crews are expected to replace 2,300 feet of old fired clay

Schuyler Co. Legislature releases statement addressing public concerns about Veterans Service Agency
Schuyler Co. Legislature releases statement addressing public concerns about Veterans Service Agency

 On Thursday, April 18th, the Schuyler County Veterans Service Agency Director was dismissed from her position.  On Tuesday, the Schuyler County Legislature issued a statement in response to community concerns in the wake of this decision.

Guthrie Hosts Organ Donation Awareness Ceremony & Flag Raising, Encouraging People to Become Donors
Guthrie Hosts Organ Donation Awareness Ceremony & Flag Raising, Encouraging People to Become Donors

Guthrie hosted an Organ Donation Awareness Ceremony and Flag Raising on Tuesday morning to honor and recognize donors and recipients with the Center for Organ Recovery and Education (CORE).