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Showers Likely Wednesday
Low pressure will pass through the region Wednesday with occasional showers. The clouds and showers will hold temperatures back a bit with the 5 Degree Guarantee 69. Isolated showers are still possible Thursday, otherwise expect partly sunny skies with temperatures in the mid 70s. Upper 70s are likely on Friday with fair skies. Showers will return heading into the weekend.
Midway provider, Wheelock Rides to close, Chemung County Fair searching for new provider
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — After nearly 80 years, Wheelock Rides says it is going out of business, leaving several towns and counties searching for rides months before scheduled opening dates. The Syracuse-based midway company is blaming the high operating costs as the reason for the closure. There have been many small-town fairs that have taken […]
Man taken to the Hospital after Early Morning Assault at Byrne Dairy
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- One person was injured and another arrested early Sunday morning at the Byrne Dairy on Elmira's Southside. Elmira Police Department arrived at 528 Pennsylvania Avenue, the site of the Byrne Dairy, and they found one adult male victim with several lacerations to the head and facial area.
Chemung County auctions off vehicles, surplus equipment
CHEMUNG COUNTY, N.Y. (WETM) — Chemung County is currently selling old police vehicles, heavy machinery, and other surplus items through online auctions. Chemung County is auctioning off its surplus items through Auctions International, and its items for sale are grouped into four separate auctions. Bidding opened up on May 14 and will end at about […]
18 Sports Plays of the Week – 05/14
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The 18 Sports Plays of the Week is back with more great highlights in local sports. The 18 Sports team showcases the top plays from the past week in the Twin Tiers. This week’s top honors include 3 huge softball highlights, a flaming goal in lacrosse, and a web gem on the […]
Guthrie celebrates National Trauma Survivors Day
SAYRE, P.A. (WETM) — A group of people spoke at Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital for National Trauma Survivors Day to reflect on severe accidents they’ve recovered from. The people who spoke were trauma patients of Robert Packer Hospital at the time of their accidents. Kerrie Falk, one of the trauma survivors who endured a head-on collision back in […]
Corning nets state grant for 'vital' police communication upgrades. How money will be used
Aging equipment at the Corning City Police Department will soon be replaced thanks to a recently awarded state grant. Corning City Manager Mark Ryckman said the city has received a substantial technology grant from the New York State Department of Criminal Justice Services, aimed at enhancing public safety communications. “This...
Wednesday scores, Corning to Flag Football title game
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – It was playoff time for some area girls flag football teams. In Corning, the Hawks rolled past Horseheads 40-12 to advance to the Section IV D-I Girls Flag Football Championship. In the other side of the D-I bracket, Binghamton surged past Elmira 32-21. Corning now plays Binghamton in the D-I Championship […]
Sun, clouds, and isolated showers are all in store for today
Elmira, N.Y. (WETM)- We are tracking a slow-moving cold front that will keep rain chances in the forecast for the next couple of days. Is there sunshine anywhere in the forecast? Details below:. TODAY:. We are starting the day mostly sunny, but clouds will gradually build in front of a...
New text line coming to the Southern Tier for substance use disorder assistance
SOUTHERN TIER, N.Y. (WETM) – The 211 Helpline of the Finger Lakes Region has launched a new automated text program for those in the Southern Tier region who struggle with substance use disorder and are seeking help to recover. GetHelpNY is a free and confidential text line that is available to anyone in Steuben, Chemung, […]
'Ride of Silence' in Elmira honoring fallen bicyclists and to spread awareness
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Happening worldwide, bicyclists take part in a slow and silent ride to remember fellow riders who were killed, and to spread the message of sharing the road to drivers. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, roughly 20 bicyclists are killed on their...
How to prevent your pets from getting ticks & fleas
MONTOUR FALLS, N.Y. (WETM) – With the warmer weather moving back into our area; it’s important to get your pets treated for ticks and fleas. “Year round flea and tick prevention is really important,” said Executive Director of the Humane Society of Schuyler County Georgie Taylor. Fleas and ticks live all around us. In places […]
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