LATEST NEWS
Train hits tractor trailer near manufacturing plant in Waverly
WAVERLY, N.Y. (WETM) – A tractor-trailer was hit by a train this afternoon as it crossed into the Midwestern Pet Foods manufacturing plant in Waverly. The crash happened around 3 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23, on Broad Street Extension Street where an 18 News reporter at the scene says that a tractor-trailer had been hit […]
Three dead in early-morning Bradford County crash
ATHENS TWP, Pa. (WETM) — Three people are dead in Bradford County after a single-car crash in Athens Township blocked traffic for much of the morning. According to the Athens Township Police Department, three people died in a crash when their car was going south on Riverside Drive along the Susquehanna River around 2:39 a.m. […]
Elmira landlords respond to city’s new monthly “worst landlords” list
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – A new resolution by the Elmira City Council to publish a monthly list of “worst” landlords is being met with some concerns from landlords. Some say the resolution is unnecessary and sends the wrong message. “First of all, I want to make sure everybody knows that I’m not against tenants, I […]
Ted Clark’s in Waverly listed for sale for nearly $2 million
WAVERLY, N.Y. (WETM) — Ted Clark’s Busy Market is up for sale just months after closing its doors for the final time in late February. According to a listing on pyramidbrokerage.com, the building is for sale for the price of $1,950,000. The listing has the building sized at 12,100 SF which takes up .82 acres […]
Clouds decrease tonight leaving behind a sunny and warmer end to the work week!
Elmira, N.Y. (WETM) – Clouds decrease tonight leaving behind a sunny and warmer end to the work week! Showers return this weekend and will persist into the new work week. More details below:. TONIGHT:. Clouds will be on the decrease as we get into the overnight. It will be...
Tioga County Deed Transfers
On April 11, 2024, property located at 85 Bliven St., Village of Nichols, from Linda Cass to Tyler and Brooke Stroble for $96,000. On April 12, 2024, property located at 4 Maple Ave., Village of Spencer, from James and Lisa Bruxey to Lisa Bruxey for $124,000. On April 12, 2024,...
Sayre man arrested for allegedly making meth
SAYRE, PA. (WENY) -- A Sayre man was arrested on 66 felonies and 74 misdemeanors over allegedly making meth, according to the Bradford County Drug Task Force and the Pennsylvania State Police Vice and Narcotics Unit. The charges follow a search of Sean Hall's home on Linden St. on April...
Owego Police Department Report
The Owego Police Department reported that during the week of April 7, 2024 through April 14, 2024 there were 70 calls for service, the department responded to four motor vehicle accidents, there were two Mental Health Holds reported, and 12 traffic tickets were issued. The department also reported the following...
Fire breaks out on building in the Southside of Elmira
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – A fire broke out on a building this afternoon on the Southside of Elmira leaving it with heavy damage. The fire was reported around noon on Wednesday, April 24, and occurred at a building located on the corner of Franklin Street and Herrick Street. According to an 18 News reporter on […]
Gifted Goods II thrift store opens its doors in Horseheads
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WENY) -- A new thrift shop has opened its doors in Horseheads. Gifted Goods II offers a variety of clothing, shoes, and decorations, and the store aims to donate to a special cause every month. Gifted Goods II has found its home at 3312 South Main Street. Owner...
Athens, Pa., man sentenced for starting fire at Tioga Downs that killed 30 racehorses
Boyd H. Fenton, an Athens, Pa. man charged in November with starting a fire that destroyed a barn at Tioga Downs Casino and Resort, killing 30 horses, was sentenced Friday in Tioga County Court and will serve seven to 15 years in state prison. Fenton pleaded guilty in front of...
Police presence behind Washington Ave School in Elmira
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – There is a police presence on Lincoln Street behind the Washington Avenue School this morning in Elmira with an investigation underway. The report of the police presence came in around 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 24. According to an 18 News reporter on the scene, several officers and investigators are in […]
Elmira Prison attacks; union says three correctional officers hurt
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) — Three correctional officers and a sergeant were injured while breaking up an inmate fight in a stairway at Elmira Correctional Facility last week, NYSCOPBA says. According to NYSCOPBA, two inmates were fighting in the stairwell leading up to their cell block after they were let out of morning programs on Monday, […]
Elmira to hold downtown clean-up event
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) — Elmira Downtown Development (EDD) and the Elmira Kiwanis Club are coming together to host a downtown clean-up. The community is invited to Wisner Park from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on May 11 to help clean litter from the area. EDD and the Kiwanis Club will provide gloves, rakes, brooms, dust […]
Man arrested for allegedly kidnapping Elmira mom and her son
ATHENS TOWNSHIP, PA. (WENY) -- A man was arrested Sunday for allegedly kidnapping a mother and her son out of their home in Elmira New York, in violation of a restraining order. According to an affadavit and criminal complaint obtained by to WENY News, Damion Gooden broke into their apartment...
Gail’s Tails
Well hello there! I’m Merlin the black cat, and this is my brother Matthew. As you probably remember we are from Waverly, where Gail came and got us last August. She had us both neutered and got us our shots. We had been at her house for a while...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.