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Elmira Pioneers bulk up roster, local talent on board
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – Summer collegiate baseball is almost back in Elmira. The Elmira Pioneers open up the 2024 season on Friday, May 31 vs. Batavia at Historic Dunn Field. Fireworks will follow after the game celebrating the start of the year and the 2023 Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League (PGCBL) West Division Champions. Wednesday, […]
A thrift store 'sequel' debuts in Horseheads. What to know about Gifted Goods II.
Ten percent of profits at Gifted Goods II support the Zanderland Autism Fund. The thrift store sells clothing, shoes, household goods and more. Gifted Goods II, a community thrift store selling clothing and household goods, recently opened on South Main Street in Horseheads. Triva Lewis, thrift store owner, said the...
Elmira City Council to hold special closed meeting on “personnel matter”
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The Elmira City Council is scheduled to hold a special meeting this Thursday at 10:45 a.m. at City Hall. A press release sent by the City Clerk on April 25th said the purpose of the meeting was to move into an “executive session” that is closed to the public. The press […]
Thousands expected to enjoy upcoming GlassFest: What to know for 2024
Thousands of people are expected to fill Market Street in late May to enjoy live music, shopping, dining, world-class glass exhibits and fireworks at the 15th annual GlassFest. Coleen Fabrizi, executive director of the Gaffer District, said the three-day glass and fire arts celebration event begins with a glass ribbon...
Horseheads Hitmen announce free admission all season
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The Horseheads Hitmen made a major announcement Wednesday night. The Hitmen, members of the New York Collegiate Baseball League (NYCBL), announced that all home games this season will have free admission for fans. Horseheads plays at the legendary Horseheads Babe Ruth Field Complex located on Mill Street. As the season quickly […]
WMC North Jazzes Up Downtown
“We like to be a nook, a hideaway,” Kaylen Knox says from behind the counter where he shakes a French martini into existence. WMC North opened in August of 2022 at 223 West Water Street in Elmira. The name is a nod to the Williamsburg Music Center, a black-owned jazz venue in Brooklyn founded in 1981 by Gerry Eastman that fosters diversity in both clientele and music.
The Little Lounge Indoor Play Cafe debuts during National Small Business Week
CHEMUNG COUNTY, N.Y. (WENY) -- It's National Small Business Week, and The Chemung County Chamber of Commerce is highlighting the importance of local businesses. On 'Welcome Wednesday', The Little Lounge Indoor Play Cafe was welcomed into the Horseheads community. "Small businesses are the backbone of every community and the same...
Meteorology Monday (4/29/24): Flood safety
Elmira, N.Y. (WETM)- On this week’s segment of Meteorology Monday, 18 Storm Team Meteorologist Alivia Colón discusses floods and flood safety. According to the National Weather Service, flooding causes more damage in the U.S. than any other weather-related event. It’s a weather hazard that’s often overlooked, but floods occur year-round and can be deadly. Knowing how to stay safe during a flood can make the difference between life and death.
Race of Champions Start Time Moved for Saturday, May 11 at Chemung Speedrome
Race of Champions Series and Chemung Speedrome management have agreed to adjust the opening and start times for the Saturday, May 11, 2024 event. The gates will now open at 3:00pm with qualifying to begin at 6:00pm for the 300th event in Series history. SUBSCRIBE TO WATCH ON RACINGAMERICA.TV. “We...
HS Softball: Corning offense steals show in Elmira stadium opener
Elmira celebrated the opening of its new softball stadium Monday afternoon. Tough part for the Express is Corning felt right at home at Elmira's new digs. The Hawks turned 11 hits, 10 walks and aggressive base running into an 18-2 Southern Tier Athletic Conference victory at Elmira High School. A 10-run fourth inning was followed by a five-run fifth, the final inning thanks to the mercy rule.
Elmira Heights business collects donations for kitten season
ELMIRA HEIGHTS, N.Y. (WETM) — A business in Elmira Heights is collecting items to help the SPCA handle kitten season. Compliance Solutions is holding a kitten drive for the Chemung County SPCA during the entire month of May. People can drop kitten supplies off at Compliance Solutions, located at 2110 College Ave., between 8:30 a.m. […]
Elmira Notre Dame baseball tops Edison in high scoring matchup, local scores
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – Elmira Notre Dame baseball outlasted Edison in a rivalry matchup. The Crusaders baseball and boys lacrosse teams, picked up big wins as part of a busy Monday at Elmira Notre Dame. ND baseball opened the day with a 14-8 win over Edison. The Crusaders controlled the first 3 innings of the […]
Chris Woodard to compete for Elmira College men’s hoops
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – A local product is staying home to play college basketball. Elmira High School basketball grad Chris Woodard will compete for Elmira College next season. Woodard, a dominant player for the Express, joins the Soaring Eagles at forward under head coach Casey McGraw who will begin his fourth season as the leader […]
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