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One Dead Following Single-Vehicle Crash in Dryden

The Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office says a 24-year-old Dryden man has died from injuries sustained in a single-vehicle crash on Hurd Road Thursday evening. Deputies, along with Dryden Ambulance and several fire departments, responded to the 100 block of Hurd Road around 5:50 p.m. Thursday, November 5, for a reported crash involving a Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck.

Tompkins County, NY · 8h

WETM 18 News

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Police: Woman arrested after refusing to leave Tops store

Editor’s Note: This article has been corrected BATH, N.Y. (WETM) – According to a release from the Village of Bath Police Department, a woman has been arrested after refusing to leave a closed Tops grocery store. Officials were sent to the Tops in Bath at 12:17 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 5, for the report of […]

Bath, NY · 6h

The Leader

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Schuyler County 2026 election results, live updates on key races

Latest results for 2026 Schuyler County elections including state-level, congressional and local town races will be updated here after polls close at 9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3. Schuyler County election results include races for New York governor, comptroller and attorney general; for the 23rd and 24th Congressional Districts; for area state Assembly and state Senate districts; and for county town races. After the polls across Schuyler County close at 9 p.m., check here for live results. Vote tallies will be updated throughout the night until all districts have completed vote counts. Election results in nearby counties: Chemung | Steuben | Chemung | Tioga | Tompkins New York general election results New York governor/lieutenant governor results New York U.S. House election results New York attorney general results New York comptroller results Schuyler County 2026 election results These party names are abbreviated, with most others being written out: D: Democratic Party | R: Republican Party | C: Conservative Party | I: An independent party .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } (function(){function e(){window.addEventListener(`message`,function(e){if(e.data[`datawrapper-height`]!==void 0){var t=document.querySelectorAll(`iframe`);for(var n in e.data[`datawrapper-height`])for(var r=0,i;i=t[r];r++)if(i.contentWindow===e.source){var a=e.data[`datawrapper-height`][n]+`px`;i.style.height=a}}})}e()})(); This article originally appeared on The Leader: Schuyler County 2026 election results, live updates on key races

Schuyler County, NY · 2d

The Star Gazette

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Watkins Glen Burger King event to show off 'sizzle' redesign Nov. 7

Burger King in Watkins Glen will show off its new "sizzle" restaurant redesign and treat guests to special giveaways, prizes, free samples and other surprises at a public ribbon-cutting celebration on Saturday, Nov. 7. After closing for months to complete the interior and exterior reimagining of the fast food restaurant, the Watkins Glen BK at 211 Franklin St. reopened in October with a whole new look and added features, including digital ordering kiosks, an enhanced drive-thru, a designated pick-up area and signature interior design elements like the new “King Booth." “We’re excited to bring this newly remodeled restaurant to the Watkins Glen community,” said Don McIntyre, Burger King Division Vice President. “After years of serving guests in the community, we can’t wait for them to experience this state-of-the-art design and create new memories for years to come.” The new “Sizzle” design concept is an extension of the brand’s goal to achieve an 85-90% modern image across the U.S. by 2028, fueled by more than $700 million in investments since the brand announced its “Reclaim the Flame” strategy in 2022. Watkins Glen BK celebration includes 100 Whopper voucher giveaways The Watkins Glen Burger King celebration will take place from 10 a.m.

Watkins Glen, NY · 1d

Spectator

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Former Hornell man sentenced to 40 years to life in Steuben County court

A former Hornell man has been sentenced to 40 years to life in state prison after his conviction on multiple felony counts in September following a trial in Steuben County Court. Mihaly Bodnar, 55, appeared before Judge Christopher Tunney on Thursday, Nov. 5 for sentencing, the Steuben County District Attorney's Office announced. Bodnar, a Hungarian national, was accused of sexually abusing and injuring two children under the age of 11 in the City of Hornell multiple times over a period running from August of 2024 through March of 2025. Judge Tunney cited the powerful testimony provided by the two children and the life changing impact the torture inflicted upon them before issuing the sentence, according to the DA's Office. “There is no way to make these children whole, to take away the pain he caused – but maybe this sentence and the assurance that he will never walk free again will help them begin to heal. They will know their bravery saved others from the same suffering,” said Steuben County District Attorney Brooks Baker. Bodnar addressed the court and stated he had no remorse for crimes and claimed innocence despite the guilty verdict, the DA's Office said. Baker said he

Hornell, NY · 1d

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The 10 Remote Finger Lakes, New York Diners Most Travelers Never Find

Breakfast at one country diner can cost less than a fancy coffee, and I love that math. The doors open at 5 AM, so early birds can dig in before most alarms even ring. Getting to places like that usually means leaving the busy lakeside traffic far behind you. You’ll roll down quiet county roads between the lakes, where the towns seem to get smaller with every mile.

New York · 2d

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Geneva man sentenced to 14 years in prison after conviction of raping a 14-year-old

The Seneca County District Attorney said a Geneva man has been sentenced to 14 years in prison after being convicted of raping a 14-year-old.

Geneva, NY · 1d

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Blues/Folk Legend to play at Birdseye Hollow Farm and Distillery in Hammondsport NY

Mathis Haug playing live November 12, 5 p.m-7 p.m. HAMMONDSPORT– Birdseye Hollow Farm and Distillery located at 8398 County Route 96 in Hammondsport is hosting Blues Session No.1, on Thursday November 12, from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Part one of a series of special events featuring National Recording artist Mathis Haug, Nicknamed the Music Man, Haug is a German-born singer, songwriter, guitarist, and producer whose music moves between blues, folk, country, and rock.

Hammondsport, NY · 1d

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Hunter injured after falling from tree stand in Newfield

NEWFIELD, NY (607NewsNow) – A hunter is recovering after an accident in Newfield. On November 1, members of the Newfield Fire Co. responded to the Connecticut Hill Wildlife Management Area around 12 p.m. for a hunter who had fallen from a tree stand. The victim was located 200 yards...

Newfield, NY · 2d

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‘You’re not a burden’: Family speaks out after loved one’s death by suicide at TI Bridge

HORSEHEADS, New York (WWNY) - If you are having a mental health crisis, you can call or text the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. A Horseheads family wants people in crisis to hear that they are not a burden. Their loved one, Alea Melendez, 30, died by suicide after...

Horseheads, NY · 1d

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Ithaca man charged with Wednesday afternoon stabbing near downtown bus stop

An Ithaca man was remanded to the Tompkins County Jail late Wednesday after the Ithaca Police Department says he was involved in a "reported physical dispute with a knife" near the bus stop on the 100 block of Green Street in Downtown Ithaca. [...]

Ithaca, NY · 1d

14850 Magazine

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USGS Aquatic Science lab destroyed, but no injuries reported, in Thursday fire

A fire at a U.S. Geological Survey facility in the Town of Cortlandville drew firefighters from several neighboring fire departments, including in Tompkins County, according to a statement Friday morning from the Cortlandville Fire Department. The Tunison Aquatic Lab has been deemed a total loss, but no civilian or firefighter injuries were reported, according to CFD. [...]

Cortlandville, NY · 4h

WETM 18 News

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Police: Man arrested for possessing metal knuckles

BATH, N.Y. (WETM) – According to a release from the Village of Bath Police Department, a man has been arrested after possessing metal knuckles. On Monday, Oct. 26, at about 8 a.m., an officer stated that he witnessed a man with metal knuckles at a bus stop in the municipal lot. The officer was able […]

Bath, NY · 1d

News 8 WROC

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Facebook Marketplace trailer scam leads to sting operation, arrest in Brighton

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — What began as an investigation into a stolen trailer in Brighton led police to uncover an alleged Facebook Marketplace scam, ultimately resulting in the arrest of a man accused of selling stolen trailers online. According to the Brighton Police Department, officers responded to Western Drive on Oct. 14 after receiving a […]

Brighton, NY · 2d

WETM 18 News

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Police: Woman charged for hitting man with stapler and pliers

ITHACA, N.Y. (WETM) – According to a release from the Ithaca Police Department, a woman has been charged after hitting a man with a stapler and vice-grip pliers. On Wednesday, Nov. 4, at about 1 a.m., officials were sent to Eddy Street for the report of a physical domestic dispute. Upon arrival, the release says […]

Ithaca, NY · 1d

WETM 18 News

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Elmira nonprofit faces theft of its food cabinet

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) — The People’s Pantry of the Southern Tier is a local non-profit meant to help people in the Elmira area by providing food and other resources. Its food cabinet was stolen. A man was caught on camera emptying all the canned goods and hygiene products into a trash can and then stealing […]

Elmira, NY · 1d

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Fundraiser to be held for medical equipment in wake of student death

CORNING, N.Y. (WETM) – A fundraiser is set to be held in honor of a late Corning-Painted Post student and the legacy her family wishes to leave behind in her name. On Saturday, Nov. 14, Khloe Beckhorn’s family will hold a fundraiser at Carey’s Brewhouse, located at 58 Bridge St. in Corning from 3 p.m. […]

Corning, NY · 4h

14850 Magazine

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Preliminary election results are in for Tompkins County and New York State races

The Tompkins County Board of Elections has released preliminary results for votes cast in the 2026 general election, with data showing 20 precincts reporting out of 61 total as of 10:40pm. Please note that final results, including counting absentee ballots, mail-in ballots, and provisional ballots, will take several days. [...]

Tompkins County, NY · 2d

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Ithaca’s local dad bands are ready to rock out for a charitable cause

This week, a group of Ithaca’s dad bands are ready to take over town and battle it out for the title of “Best Dad Band” all in the name of charitable causes. Voices are AI generated. The Ithaca Voice is not responsible for mispronunciations. On Friday, Nov....

Ithaca, NY · 3h

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Man arrested on felony charges in Auburn

AUBURN, NY — A multi-agency operation resulted in the arrest of a man on felony charges. The operation was conducted Aug. 30 and Aug. 31 by members of the Auburn Police Department, Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office, New York State Police, Fingerlakes Drug Task Force, the FBI and Cayuga County District Attorney’s Office.

Auburn, NY · 2d