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Stray Haven opens wellness clinic for affordable pet maintenance
Stray Haven Humane Society & SPCA has officially opened a wellness clinic at their 194 Shepard Rd. location, offering the community a new way to obtain affordable maintenance care for their pets. Clinic services include vaccinations and wellness checks as well as parasite screening, parvovirus testing, ear mite treatment, and more. Most services offered range from $10 for a rabies vaccine to $30 for parasite screening.
Alive After Five kicks off at Wisner Park in Elmira
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- The first “Alive After Five” of the season kicked off at 5’clock on Friday. People were enjoying the warm weather with the City of Elmira’s largest Happy Hour of the month at Wisner Park. People listened to live music from Major Bigtime...
Paws for Laws raises money for NYSP K-9 Units
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WENY) -- The annual Paws for Laws fundraiser took place at the Horseheads Elk's Club Saturday afternoon, raising money for the New York State Police K-9 unit. There were raffles, live auctions, a chicken barbecue, and K-9 demonstrations. Tickets were $15 each, or $10 with the donation of...
BookFest aims to foster love of reading in kids
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Families flocked to First Arena on Saturday for BookFest. Organized by the Family Reading Partnership of the Chemung Valley, the goal is to inspire young readers. "BookFest is good!" said a young reader Eli, with a thumbs up and a smile. Families with kids of all...
What vegetables and flowers you can plant now
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM): The later in spring we get, the fewer chances there are for frosts overnight. This means certain types of plants are in the clear to put into the ground. Vegetables like potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbages, and kale are good to put in the soil now. Others like tomatoes and peppers are still […]
Say yes to the dress at With Love Bridal Boutique, new downtown Elmira business
Stephanie Becraft grew up in a large family, one that has featured plenty of weddings over the years. “Wedding season” has always been a special time for Becraft, who helped plan a few of those special days. “I just love the whole thing. I think it’s a great experience...
Arnot Health offering free running clinic for all ages
HORSEHEADS, NY (WENY) -- In a bid to help workout warriors who enjoy a good run, Arnot Health is offering a free Runner's Clinic on Friday, May 31st. Things will kick off at 4 p.m. at the rehabilitation services department in the Horseheads Medical Office Building located at at 100 John Roemmelt Drive in Horseheads.
“Reading is a fun and joyful experience”: Book Fest returns to Wisner Park May 18
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- The Family Reading Partnership of the Chemung Valley is presenting this year's annual Book Fest taking place at Wisner Park, Saturday, May 18. The family-friendly event offers many activities for attendees, from character readers for the children to games to partake in. Michelle Halperin, one of...
Reminder: Owego Gymnastics and Activity Center to celebrate 60 years on May 18
Owego Gymnastics and Activity Center will be celebrating 60 years in the community on Saturday, May 18. The festivities will be held at their 748 State Route 38 facility and begin with a drive thru chicken barbeque from 10 a.m. to noon. There will be a rededication ceremony at noon,...
2nd annual Steele Pop Expo scheduled for Saturday
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- A celebration of all things pop culture returns to the City of Elmira Saturday. The 2nd annual Steele Pop Expo is happening at the Steele Memorial Library from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature games, comic books, art and a variety of local...
Second annual Steele Pop Expo celebrates pop culture, comics in the area
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- A celebration of pop culture, comics, and fandom took place at the Steele Memorial Library at the second annual Steele Pop Expo. It's like a miniature Comic-Con -- hundreds from around and beyond the region came to Elmira for the second annual Steele Pop Expo. Plenty of activities filled up the Steele Memorial Library for anything ranging from a cosplay contest to a workshop on comic creation -- and the opportunity to browse local vendors.
Creative Writing Workshop offered May 22
SMITHFIELD – East Smithfield Public Library, 50 Esmond St., will host a Creative Writing Workshop on Wednesday, May 22, at 5 p.m. Young adults are invited to learn ways to begin a story, try different craft techniques, share work, and enjoy the ambience of the library while crafting their own stories. Work at any stage is welcome.
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