Bradford Co. man will serve up to 7 years in prison for sexually assaulting child

Bradford Co. man will serve up to 7 years in prison for sexually assaulting child

BRADFORD COUNTY, PA. (WENY) -- A Bradford County man convicted of abusing a minor multiple times while she was sleeping will serve up to seven years in prison, according to the Pennsylvania Attorney General. Matthew Chapman, 43, was found guilty on Indece

Horseheads American Legion's Annual Memorial Day Parade to be held on May 26

Horseheads American Legion's Annual Memorial Day Parade to be held on May 26

American Legion Post 442 in Horseheads announced the date of the Annual Memorial Day Parade on Thursday.

The Arc Chemung-Schuyler Receives State Grant of Almost $300,000 to update Neighborhood Center in Watkins Glen

The Arc Chemung-Schuyler Receives State Grant of Almost $300,000 to update Neighborhood Center in Watkins Glen

The Arc Chemung-Schuyler has been awarded almost $300,000 to make improvements to its Neighborhood Center in Watkins Glen, the organization announced Thursday. Funds were provided through a state grant.

Trump Announces Sweeping Reciprocal Tariffs on Trading Partners

Trump Announces Sweeping Reciprocal Tariffs on Trading Partners

On Thursday, sweeping reciprocal Tariffs were announced by President Donald Trump. The highly anticipated day for Republicans has been dubbed “liberation day” by President Trump, but Democrats are less enthusiastic. 

Elmira Downtown Development hosts annual Taste of Downtown fundraiser

Elmira Downtown Development hosts annual Taste of Downtown fundraiser

Elmira Downtown Development hosted its 'Taste of Downtown' event Wednesday night at Empire Sports in Elmira. The fundraiser had a '90s theme, recognizing the organization's 35th year.

Village of Ovid rallies and aims to rebuild after devastating fire

Village of Ovid rallies and aims to rebuild after devastating fire

Clean-up of the site on Main Street is set to begin in mid-April.

Drug Take Back Day events happening in the Twin Tiers

Drug Take Back Day events happening in the Twin Tiers

(WENY) -- Unused prescription medications will be accepted at events nationwide on April 26. Drug Give Back Day is part of a national effort spearheaded by the Drug Enforcement Agency. Tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drug

Residents in Chemung Co. Sewer Districts Could See Rate Increases

Residents in Chemung Co. Sewer Districts Could See Rate Increases

If you live in Chemung County, your sewer rates could increase significantly next month. The proposed rate changes come as the two existing Chemung County Sewer Facilities merge into one on Milton St. in Elmira.

PA Sues U.S. Health & Human Services for $500 Million Grant Terminations

PA Sues U.S. Health & Human Services for $500 Million Grant Terminations

Pennsylvania has joined 22 other states in suing the federal government for canceled funding from the U.S. Health & Human Services department. 

Federal Employees Public Hearing in Harrisburg

Federal Employees Public Hearing in Harrisburg

In the past two months, over 24,000 federal workers got termination notices… then most got re-hired (through court cases and agency re-assessments). Around 2,000 are on administrative leave.

Sen. Gillibrand Calls Out Trump's Cuts to Food Bank Funding

Sen. Gillibrand Calls Out Trump's Cuts to Food Bank Funding

New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand slammed President Donald Trump for budget cuts that she says will deny food to hungry families and children on Wednesday.

Cornell University's Hawks 'Big Red' and Arthur Nest Again

Cornell University's Hawks 'Big Red' and Arthur Nest Again

Big Red has captured the hearts of birdwatchers at Cornell University for over a decade. Alongside her partner, Arthur, she has raised numerous eyas each year, bringing attention from around the globe.

President and Executive Director of The Corning Museum of Glass to retire

President and Executive Director of The Corning Museum of Glass to retire

CORNING, N.Y. (WENY) -- The leader of the Corning Museum of Glass is retiring. The Corning Museum of Glass announced Wednesday that Karol Wight, the President and Executive Director of the museum, plans to step down once her replacement is found. Wight st

57 Children Killed by Abuse in 2023; Child Abuse Prevention Month Kick Off in Harrisburg

57 Children Killed by Abuse in 2023; Child Abuse Prevention Month Kick Off in Harrisburg

Today, dozens of advocates and state officials honored the memory of children who died from child abuse… while celebrating the efforts of workers who keep kids safe everyday.

Big Flats Planning Board weighs Soaring Heights Landing apartment complex site plans

Big Flats Planning Board weighs Soaring Heights Landing apartment complex site plans

The plans are for senior housing, and include ten buildings with eight apartments each. The planning board voted to approve phase one of the site plans on Tuesday, which comes with some contingencies.

United Way of the Southern Tier names new CEO

United Way of the Southern Tier names new CEO

CORNING, N.Y. (WENY) -- The United Way of the Southern Tier announced Tuesday that the organization has hired a new Chief Executive Officer. Maleaha Smith is the first woman to lead the agency in it's 32-year history. She has been with the United Way sinc

Local Businesses Brace for Tariff Impact Ahead of President's Announcement

Local Businesses Brace for Tariff Impact Ahead of President's Announcement

On Wednesday, President Donald Trump will roll out his sweeping tariff plans. The final details of the plans are limited but we expect him to announce so-called ‘reciprocal’ tariffs, which would match the rates charged by other countries.

Trout Season Open in New York State

Trout Season Open in New York State

The cold weather wasn't stopping anyone from getting out for the first day of Trout Season in New York State.

Reading, Learning, and Wagging Tails with Auggie, New In-School Therapy Dog

Reading, Learning, and Wagging Tails with Auggie, New In-School Therapy Dog

Meet Auggie, a three-year-old Portuguese water dog, whose calm and loving energy is making a positive difference for students at Snyder Elementary School in Sayre, Pennsylvania.

Sen. Cory Booker’s 20+ Hour Speech Protesting Trump Administration Could Break Senate Record

Sen. Cory Booker’s 20+ Hour Speech Protesting Trump Administration Could Break Senate Record

Democrats are trying everything in their power to push back against the Trump administration. That includes a very long, potentially record-breaking speech on the Senate floor at this hour. 

Ashland man arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting children

Ashland man arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting children

ASHLAND, N.Y. (WENY) -- The Chemung County Sheriff's Office announced Tuesday that officers had arrested an Ashland man for allegedly raping young girls for years. Warren Morrison, 49, was arrested and charged with Rape. According to the Chemung County Sh

No One’s Fool; Financial Literacy Awareness Month

No One’s Fool; Financial Literacy Awareness Month

While groundwork is set for the next generation; community organizations continue to encourage adults to face their finances.

NYSP: Arkport man intentionally hit two with car, victims seriously hurt

NYSP: Arkport man intentionally hit two with car, victims seriously hurt

HORNELLSVILLE, N.Y. (WENY) -- An Arkport man was arrested for allegedly intentionally hitting two people with his vehicle. According to New York State Police, Walter Golden, 40, hit the two victims on a farm equipment access path next to Pine Knoll Park i

Minor arrested for allegedly setting Ithaca apartment on fire

Minor arrested for allegedly setting Ithaca apartment on fire

Ithaca Police arrested a minor for allegedly starting a fire last week at an Ithaca apartment. The fire broke out on Thursday evening in the 700 block of Chestnut Street. The blaze completely destroyed the apartment. No one was hurt.

More legislators call for independent investigation into NYSEG

More legislators call for independent investigation into NYSEG

Over the past couple of weeks, people have been expressing frustration with NYSEG billing. Now, five legislators are calling for an independent investigation into the issues customers have been having with the utility company.

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