Steuben/Yates, Etc. Are Under A Flood Watch/Flash Flood Warning 
The National Weather Service says Steuben/Yates/Schuyler and other counties are under 
a flash flood warning until 7:30pm tonight.  

FROM STEUBEN CO EMERGENCY SERVICES DIRECTOR TIM MARSHALL: 

ACTIVE FLOODING – NON-ESSENTIAL travel advisory

Steuben County reports that due to excessive rainfall, multiple State, County, and Local roads are impassable.  Flooding is affecting roadways in the Towns of Dansville, Fremont, Cohocton, Avoca, Wheeler, Prattsburgh, Urbana, Pulteney and Wayne.  First responders and highway crews are assessing damages and responding to various emergency calls.

Steuben County Office of Emergency Services is strongly advising that residents avoid non-essential travel.  Help us keep the roads clear for responders to operate.  Call 911 ONLY for Emergencies.  Report wire calls to your local utility.  Additional flooding may occur overnight as additional rains fall.

Turn around, don’t drown!

More below. FROM THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE: Yates-Seneca-Southern Cayuga-Onondaga-Steuben-Schuyler-Chemung- Tompkins-Madison-Cortland-Chenango-Otsego-Tioga-Broome-Delaware- Including the cities of Penn Yan, Ithaca, Hornell, Cortland, Delhi, Watkins Glen, Walton, Elmira, Hamilton, Oneonta, Owego, Syracuse, Norwich, Auburn, Waverly, Oneida, Binghamton, Seneca Falls, and Corning...1137 PM EDT Mon Mar 30 2026 ...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT TUESDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of central New York, including the following areas, Broome, Chemung, Chenango, Cortland, Delaware, Madison, Onondaga, Otsego, Schuyler, Seneca, Southern Cayuga, Steuben, Tioga, Tompkins and Yates. * WHEN...From 8 AM EDT Tuesday through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

Upcoming 150th Anniversary In Hammondsport

Mark your calendars to celebrate our library's 150th birthday! The Fred and Harriett Taylor Memorial Library celebration is April 25.  Please join us on Saturday, April 25th from Noon-2pm for a Celebration of 150 years of our wonderful community & your public library!

Local Road/Street Work 

Road work is going on up in Dundee.  That’s on Route 14A.  Officials say if you’re driving through the construction area on 14A, to drive slowly and safely.  The work in Dundee is expected to be finished in the fall of this year.  There is also road work happening on Route 36 between Hornell and Arkport.   The Route 36 Corridor Project as it’s called, will take a year and a half to complete.  That’s in addition to the Route 77 bridge work in Prattsburgh and the street work in Bath.  Bath Mayor Michael Sweet says there will be working coming up sometime this year on the State Routes that run through the village of Bath and he says, it will be utility line replacement work.  Sweet also says that will take about two years to do.

What To Do About The Tier 6 Plan

Tier 6 is the state retirement plan, passed in 2012, which is unpopular with some state workers.  The state association of counties and the state conference of mayors put out a joint statement saying that if the state legislature makes changes to what’s known as the Tier 6 retirement system – that the state should not put the costs of those changes on to counties, cities, villages and towns.  NYSAC and NYCOM, as well as NYSAT all say the state needs to pay the state retirements, not municipalities.

Bridge Work Started Today In Prattsburgh 

Steuben County Department of Public Works Commissioner Eric Rose has announced that the bridge on County Route 74 (Prattsburgh–Pulteney Road) over Five Mile Creek, located between County Route 77 and Flynn Road in the Town of Prattsburgh, will be closed to all through traffic beginning today.

The closure is necessary to allow for a full bridge reconstruction. The structure, Bridge No. 74-02 (BIN 3333970), will be rebuilt with new concrete abutments and concrete deck beams to improve the safety and longevity of the crossing.

The project is expected to take approximately 10 weeks to complete, depending on weather and construction conditions.

Motorists should note that there will NOT be an on-site detour, and drivers are encouraged to plan alternate routes accordingly during the construction period.

Steuben County officials appreciate the public’s patience and cooperation as this important infrastructure improvement is completed.

For additional information, please contact the Steuben County Department of Public Works.

Some No Kings Events Were Held Saturday In The Region 

There was a two hour long No Kings protest in Hornell, held on Saturday from 10am to Noon in the Union Square Park.  Democrat  Congressional Candidate Aaron Geese was there along with Tioga County Republican hopeful Jim King.  One event organizer said there were 254 protesters who showed up.  Others said it was over 300.  There were also reports of protests happening this past Saturday in Dansville, Hammondsport and Watkins Glen.

The Tyrtle Beach Jumpers For 2026 Have Been Announced 

On Saturday, the 2026 Tyrtle Beach committee announced this year’s jumper. For the first time ever, there will be an entire group jumping into Lake Salubria to raise funds for the Tyrtle Beach Youth Fund. This year commemorates 35 years of Tyrtle Beach and will feature 5 School Superintendent jumpers from Bath, Hammondsport, Avoca, Prattsburgh and Campbell-Savona. All have agreed to take the leap into Lake Salubria, April 24, for the benefit of local youth.

Bath Village Police Make Several Arrests Recently 

Compost Hours For The Month Of April

Hammondsport Central's Construction To Begin In April

Hammondsport School Superintendent Brian Corey says, they’re going to move forward with their capital project, starting construction during the April break.  Hammondsport Central says the first part of the work will be on the school gym – and for students and visitors to park their vehicles in the back parking lot near the workshop. 

A Canisteo Bridge Will Be Closed Starting Monday

Steuben County Public Works Commissioner Eric Rose says the bridge on County Route 21 – the Canisteo-Rathbone road – will be closed starting Monday for about 12 weeks for upgrades and work.  There will be an on-site detour.

Prescribed Burns Are Scheduled For Steuben County

The D.E.C. announced that they’re going to be doing prescribed burns in the following Steuben County locations: the Cameron State Forest, the Canisteo River Basin Unit, the Helmer Creek Wildlife Management Area, the West Cameron Wildlife Management Area and the Westhill State Forest.  There is no time or date yet for when these prescribed burns will take place, but the D.E.C. says these prescribed burns are not subject to the brush burn ban, which ends on May 14.

Theetge Receives An Award From The State Senate

Chemung County Sheriff’s Department Investigator Mike Theetge was seriously injured in the line of duty in March 2024.  He was chasing down robbery suspects at the Target store in Big Flats, jumped on a suspect who was on the hood of the getaway car, when the getaway car driver took off.  TheetGe fell off the vehicle and sustained bad head injuries.  State Senator Tom O’Mara just gave Thet-Gee the senate’s Blue Heart Award, which is for law  enforcement officers who are injured on the job.    The Resolution reads, in part, "Through his courageous service, steadfast leadership, and ongoing recovery, Investigator Michael Theetge has made an enduring impact on the Chemung County Sheriff's Office, his community, and the people of this great State.”

Steuben/Yates Co Pro-Action's Letter To The Editor

From Pro-Action:  Steuben and Yates County’s most vulnerable residents could soon feel the impact of a quiet but devastating budget decision. Across New York, including here in Steuben and Yates Counties, Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) providers are speaking out against proposed cuts. Weatherization helps low-income households reduce energy costs by improving home efficiency through insulation, air sealing, and other improvements. The Governor’s budget omits 10% of the HEAP funding usually dedicated to WAP—a reduction with far-reaching consequences for communities statewide.

That 10% represents as much as 60% of operating budgets for many local agencies delivering these services. In Steuben and Yates Counties this could mean fewer homes weatherized, reduced energy savings for vulnerable families, and potential layoffs for the skilled workforce that keeps these programs running. For example, last year our local program:

• Served 80 households
• Leveraged $1,004,630 in federal and state funding
• Employed 12 staff and contractors

WAP is one of the state’s most effective tools for lowering energy costs while improving health and safety. Cutting this funding undermines both affordability and long-term energy solutions.

State leaders must restore this funding in the final budget. Steuben and Yates County families—and communities across New York—cannot afford to lose a program that delivers real savings and real impact.

Pro Action of Steuben and Yates, Inc.

117 E. Steuben Street

Bath, NY 14810

607-776-2125

www.proactioninc.org

Statement From Bath Village Police About Property Crime

"The Village of Bath and surrounding area has experienced a recent uptick in property crime incidents.  The Village of Bath Police Department and other local agencies are currently working several open property crime cases. We would like to remind all property owners to remain vigilant and secure residences, businesses, outbuildings, vehicles and other miscellaneous property.  We also encourage property owners to invest in security systems such as surveillance cameras to assist in ensuring that property is secure. We encourage residents to report any suspicious behavior to 911 as soon as possible."

Kindergarten Registration Time Is Here

The Bath School District is announcing that their Kindergarten Registration is now open.  The school officials say that children entering Kindergarten must be five years old by December 1^st – and to please complete the enrollment form even if your child is currently enrolled in Bath CSD or the Pro Action UPK program. For additional information, please get in touch with the Vernon E Wightman Primary School office at 607-776-3301 extension 1061.  

Families may complete the registration form using the link below:

https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLScg3ZTuz.../viewform...

Mayor Sweet Says Tim Hortons Is Coming To Bath

"Arriving this summer: welcome to Bath - Tim Hortons," Mayor Sweet announced yesterday. "Will be built on the former Columbia / Chemung Canal Bank site."  The mayor also says that Pizza Hut will start building this spring, here in Bath.  

Injured Investigator Recieves State Senate Award

From State Senator Tom O'Mara: 

It was my great privilege, and the honor of the New York State Senate, to recognize the bravery, sacrifice, and service of Chemung County Sheriff's Investigator Michael Theetge.

Investigator Theetge's perseverance and strength are inspiring. He continues to earn our respect and the widespread support of the local community, and the men and women in blue locally, statewide, and across the nation.

Investigator Theetge received the Senate Commendation Award, one of the Senate’s highest honors recognizing individuals who have served and made lasting contributions to their communities and the state. The award recognizes achievements and contributions in volunteerism, public service, business, education, and law enforcement, among others, as well as, in Theetge’s case, acts of bravery in the line of duty.

The full Senate also unanimously approved a Senate Resolution (J.1555) I sponsor recognizing Investigator Theetge as the recent recipient of the "Order of the Blue Heart Award" from Wounded Blue, the only national organization dedicated to supporting law enforcement officers injured or disabled on the job.

The Resolution reads, in part, “Through his courageous service, steadfast leadership, and ongoing recovery, Investigator Michael Theetge has made an enduring impact on the Chemung County Sheriff's Office, his community, and the people of this great State.”

Some Changes Coming To Route 36 In And Around Hornell

The New York State D.O.T. Commissioner and other D.O.T. officials spoke yesterday at a press conference in Hornellsville, about what they’re calling the Gateway Corridor Project. That will be a multi-use path for bicycles, runners and pedestrians, which will go from downtown Hornell to the Simmons-Rockwell Dealership in Hornellsville. There will also be more lighting in this area.  The D.O.T. also says, they will put one roundabout in the Webbs Crossing Road area of Hornellsville and build a new entrance to the Wegmans there, in the north end of the plaza, also referred to as "The Wegmans End: of the plaza.  State D.O.T. Commissioner Marie Dominguez asked for the public’s patience, and reminded those present about the accident last year, which she said was near where she was speaking.

The commissioner also thanked Governor Kathy Hochul, for coming up with the funding for his multi-million dollar project.

An Upcoming Bridge Closure In Canisteo

FROM STEUBEN CO SPOKESMAN EDDIE VANSTINE: Eric Rose, Commissioner of the Steuben County Department of Public Works, has announced the upcoming closure of a county bridge located on County Route 21 (Canisteo-Rathbone Road) in the Town of Canisteo. Beginning March 30, 2026, the bridge spanning Spaulding Hollow—situated between County Route 30 and State Route 36—will be closed to all through traffic for approximately 12 weeks. The closure is necessary to facilitate a full bridge reconstruction project. The structure, identified as Bridge No. 21-01 (BIN 3334680), will undergo significant upgrades, including the installation of new concrete abutments and concrete deck beams, ensuring long-term safety and durability for residents and travelers. An on-site detour will be clearly marked to help guide motorists safely around the construction area.
“We appreciate the public’s patience and cooperation as we complete this important infrastructure improvement project,” said Commissioner Rose. “These upgrades are essential to maintaining safe and reliable transportation routes throughout Steuben County.”
For additional information, residents are encouraged to contact the Steuben County Department of Public Works.

Recalls Made By Tops Friendly Markets

GT Kombucha juices (Class II)

Recall Date: 03/24/2026

Product: JUICE K GT SEASONAL
Code Date: all

Product Recalls:

GT Kombucha juices (Class II)

Recall Date: 03/24/2026

Product: JUICE K GT SEASONAL
Code Date: all

Size: 16.00 FOZ
UPC: 00072243000116

Product: JUICE K GT SNRGY ISLND BLIS
Code Date: all

Size: 16.00 FOZ
UPC: 00072243083016

Reason For Recall:
GT Kombucha SNRGY ISLND BLIS juice has higher alcohol content then allowable by law.
Customer Information:
Customers are to be given a full refund with valid proof of purchase
Available at:
TOPS

Christopher Ranch Peeled Garlic (Class I)

Recall Date: 03/24/2026

Product: GARLIC 6 OZ PEELED CR
Code Date: All Dates

Size: 6.00 OZ
UPC: 00007457410852

Reason For Recall:
Product needs to be 32 to 37 degrees and the open air coolers cannot get to this temperature
Customer Information:
Customers are to be given full refund with valid proof of purchase
Available at:
TOPS

: 16.00 FOZ
UPC: 00072243000116

Product: JUICE K GT SNRGY ISLND BLIS
Code Date: all

Size: 16.00 FOZ
UPC: 00072243083016

Reason For Recall:
GT Kombucha SNRGY ISLND BLIS juice has higher alcohol content then allowable by law.
Customer Information:
Customers are to be given a full refund with valid proof of purchase.
Available at:
TOPS

Christopher Ranch Peeled Garlic (Class I)

Recall Date: 03/24/2026

Product: GARLIC 6 OZ PEELED CR
Code Date: All Dates

Size: 6.00 OZ
UPC: 00007457410852

Reason For Recall:
Product needs to be 32 to 37 degrees and the open air coolers cannot get to this temperature
Customer Information:
Customers are to be given full refund with valid proof of purchase
Available at:
TOPS

Watkins Glen Mayor, Has Died Of Cancer

From The Watkins Glen Village Clerk:

Today marks the beginning of a period of mourning for our village. As we lower the American flag to half-staff we honor the life and legacy of a devoted partner, mother, grandmother, advisor, resident, friend, and leader. The Honorable Laurie DeNardo, our beloved Mayor, has found peace following her courageous ten-month battle with cancer.

While our hearts are heavy with loss, we also find comfort in knowing that Laurie’s remarkable spirit, compassion, and strength leave behind a legacy that will continue to guide and inspire our community.

A lifelong resident of Watkins Glen, Laurie was deeply committed to preserving the character and heritage of the village she loved. She found joy in boating, local music, and giving back through countless volunteer efforts that enriched the lives of others. Her service to the community was extensive, including her involvement with St. Mary’s of the Lake Church, the Watkins Glen Elks, Lions and Moose Clubs, the Schuyler Hospital Foundation Board of Directors, the Watkins Glen Promotions Board of Directors, and the Watkins Glen Waterfront Festival.

Laurie began her public service as a Village Trustee in March 2015 and was sworn in as Mayor on March 28, 2023. Shortly thereafter, she retired from Cornell University following a distinguished 40-year career in human resources. She brought that same level of professionalism, integrity, and dedication to her role as Mayor.

Laurie was a thoughtful and visionary leader—knowledgeable, articulate, ethical, and deeply compassionate. She approached every decision with care, always mindful of the needs of all residents. Her willingness to listen, thoroughly research, and clearly communicate made her a trusted advocate for the community. Her expertise in municipal law and human resources proved invaluable in advancing initiatives that strengthened the village both operationally and fiscally.

Through her collaboration with regional and state partners, Laurie helped bring meaningful improvements and positive change to Watkins Glen. Her impact will be felt for years to come.

Laurie’s family, friends, and colleagues are deeply grateful for the outpouring of love, support, and prayers during this time. Information regarding services to honor her life will be shared very shortly.

On a personal note, Laurie was not only a respected leader but also a cherished friend and mentor. She will be profoundly missed and forever remembered.

With deepest sympathy and respect from all those who loved her, especially her village team.

Click here to read about the funeral arrangements.

Allard Attends The Sheriff's Symposium 

Recently, Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard went to a sheriff’s symposium.  He was one of the nine sheriffs from across the country, selected to attend.  Allard says among other things, they talked about training and the best ways to collaborate with local, state and federal law enforcement. 

Palmesano Opposes The Dem's REVIVE Act

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R, Corning), ranking member of the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee, is coming out against the Democrat’s REVIVE Act.  REVIVE stands for Redeveloping Empty and Vacant Infrastructure for Vibrant Economies Act.  Long Island Democrat Assemblywoman Michaelle Solage, who is trying to pass this into law maintains, that there are so many empty parking lots and empty shopping plazas and storefronts across the state, which could be used to build new housing.  Palmesano says, it would if passed, take away authority from zoning boards and and property owners rights.   He also says it would be another case of Hochul-Control instead of Local-Control.

Fitzpatrick: The PSC Needs To Look Into This

Steuben County Legislative Chair Kelly Fitzpatrick and the county lawmakers are sending a resolution to the Public Service Commission, requesting an immediate investigation into why utility bills are so high in New York State.  Fitzpatrick says the utility bills these days are unaffordable for families to pay and she says, this needs to be looked in to. 

The Campbell Fire Dept's Fundraiser 

From The Campbell Fire Dept:  The members of the Campbell Fire Department proudly serve our community 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Each year, our dedicated volunteers responded to more than 700 emergency calls last year, including fires, motor vehicle accidents, medical emergencies, and rescue incidents. When our neighbors call for help, we answer.

Recently, our department demonstrated its continued commitment to public safety by contributing $20,000 toward the purchase of a new fire truck for the fire district. This investment helps ensure that our community has modern, reliable equipment when it matters most.

As we look ahead, we are working to replenish our account so we can continue supporting critical equipment purchases, training, protective gear, and operational needs. Your donation directly supports the volunteers who protect Campbell and helps us remain prepared for whatever emergency comes next.

No contribution is too small. Every dollar stays local and makes a difference.

Thank you for your continued support of the Campbell Fire Department. Together, we keep our community safe.

Below is a link to make a donation.

https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLP3ACXEHHDQP/checkout/7CRWX3Y2WU6WTPIQATQA6HXM?fbclid=IwY2xjawQww-dleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeLpQxC7xF7pqb2KqTs6QIwsNC3yzYY87XMeOzsMMWnQ3mm6Wf3AY3qw-LkM8_aem_ongohN59tfxgfiPnoYUQAw

Avoca Woman Charged By Bath PD, After Routine Pullover

Bath Resident Charged For Alleged Meth Possession

Hammondsport Central's Unused Snow Days

The Bath Fire Department Is Recruiting New Volunteers

As part of the upcoming Recruit New York Weekend, the Bath Volunteer Fire Department will open its doors on April 18 and April 19 from 10am until 5pm both days. During this two day event, the Bath Volunteer Fire Department will conduct tours of the station and apparatus, allow visitors to ride a fire truck, allow visitors to try on gear, demonstrate firefighting activities, provide information, and address questions on becoming a member.   The Bath Fire Department is on 50 East Morris Street.

Good News For Gun Owners In New York State

The Gothamist reports that New Yorkers applying for concealed carry permits will no longer be required to give their social media account info with police.  That’s according to a settlement proposed in federal court last week.   The Gothamist says, that undoes one part of Governor Kathy Hochul’s 2022 gun laws.

New York City Airport Update 

The governor says, some of the people who were injured in the Sunday night accident at LaGuardia Airport, have been released from the hospital.  The governor also says she’s contacted Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and offered to help him in any way she can.

Quantum Computing Legislation 

 “Quantum computing”  is defined, by IBM as a rapidly-emerging technology that harnesses the laws of quantum mechanics to solve problems too complex for ordinary computers.  And Senators Schumer and Gillibrand are providing funding to Quantum Hubs.  Cornell and the University of Rochester are just  two of the schools that are in favor of passing the bill, which is called the Advancing Regional Quantum Hubs Act.  

“This legislation would increase federal support for regional quantum innovation hubs, a win-win for our local economies and national security, helping further position New York to lead in quantum computing," said Senator Schumer.  "I’ve delivered historic federal funding for quantum research in New York and across the country and will continue fighting to ensure we stay a quantum leap ahead of the competition.”

“Quantum technologies have vast potential to help protect Americans, strengthen national security, and drive economic growth,” said Senator Gillibrand. “Providing regional quantum innovation hubs with increased federal support will help make sure that communities in New York and across the country have the resources they need to innovate, compete, and lead. New York is at the cutting edge of quantum research and development, and I’m proud to support legislation like this to help innovators thrive in our state and boost regional economies.”

“Empowering innovation in quantum development is critical to our economy and national security,” said Senator Blackburn. “The Advancing Regional Quantum Hubs Act would build on the National Quantum Initiative by ensuring states like Tennessee can drive breakthroughs and compete with adversaries like Communist China to secure American leadership for generations to come.”

All County Music Festival Held In Bath Over The Weekend

Bath Central School District hosted the All-County Music Festival on Saturday afternoon.  This musical showcase boasted over 300 talented student musicians from 15 schools in Steuben and Allegany Counties. Small groups of select students from each school were chosen to perform music they practice at their respective schools and then come together 24 hours before the day of the concert, to practice together. They put on an incredible choral and band performances with students from grades 6 through 12 participating. These musical festivals are held annually to highlight local school music programs and the many talented student musicians within our counties.

Unused Snow Days To Be Used By Bath Schools

FROM THE BATH SCHOOL DISTRICT:  "We are pleased to inform you that, at this time, our district has “presumed” snow days available to give back.  These days will be returned in the order listed below. However, if additional snow days are needed between now and the final listed date, those give-back days will be reinstated as regular school days. For example, if one snow day is needed, the last listed give-back day will revert to a regular school day. If two snow days are needed, the last two listed dates will revert, and so on.

Scheduled Snow Day Give-Back Dates:

Thursday, April 2 (the day before Spring Break)

Friday, May 22 (the Friday before Memorial Day)

Tuesday, May 26 (the day after Memorial Day)

Please note: Any of these dates may revert to regular school days if additional closures are required between now and the end of the school year.

Anti-Ice Sentiments Continue To Dominate The Steuben County Monthly, Full Legislative Meetings 

Over a dozen people showed up at the Monday Steuben County Legislative meeting, to speak during the public comment period.  Most of those who did talk, voiced their objections to ICE using the Steuben County Jail to house ICE prisoners.  There were two speakers who disagreed, but most of them were anti-Ice.  We caught up with Steuben County Legislative Chair Kelly Fitzpatrick afterwards.  Fitzpatrick says that she respects their right to protest but she trusts the sheriff in his decision making.  

Steuben County Lawmakers Ask For Lower Utility Bills

The Steuben County Legislature adopted a resolution calling for an immediate and comprehensive review of rapidly escalating electric delivery charges impacting residents, seniors, and small businesses across the county.

Local ratepayers are facing unsustainable and compounding increases in their electric bills—driven not by higher usage, but by rising delivery charges, fees, and approved rate adjustments. These growing costs are placing a serious strain on household budgets and the local economy, particularly in rural communities like Steuben County.

The resolution formally urges the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) to take immediate action by investigating delivery charges, strengthening cost controls, and enforcing greater transparency in how utility rates are set and approved.

“Part of the PSC responsibility is to ensure that our electric service is done at just and reasonable rates,” said Chair Fitzpatrick of the Steuben County Legislature. “What is currently happening in our state is making utility bills completely unaffordable to families. This must be investigated.”

The Legislature is also calling on the PSC to prioritize affordability, require measurable cost-containment efforts from NYSEG, and put an end to unjustified rate increases that disproportionately impact rural and low-density communities.

The resolution represents a unified stand to protect residents and ensure that utility pricing remains fair, reasonable, and sustainable for all.

Full Resolution Shown Below:

RESOLUTION
STEUBEN COUNTY LEGISLATURE
BATH, NEW YORK

INTRO. NO.: 27
INTRO. DATE: March 23, 2026
INTRO. BY: K.M. Hanna

TITLE: MEMORIALIZING THE NEW YORK STATE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION TO IMMEDIATELY REVIEW ELECTRIC DELIVERY CHARGES, DEMANDING IMPROVED COST CONTROLS AND TRANSPARENCY REGARDING THE ESCALATING COST OF ELECTRICITY.

WHEREAS, residents, seniors, and small businesses in Steuben County are experiencing unsustainable, repeated, and compounding increases in electric bills that are placing a growing financial strain on households and the local economy; and

WHEREAS, a substantial portion of these increases is attributable not to increased energy consumption, but to escalating delivery charges, fees, and approved rate adjustments imposed by NYSEG; and

WHEREAS, electric delivery charges and rate structures are regulated and approved by the New York State Public Service Commission, which is statutorily charged with ensuring that utility rates are just, reasonable, and affordable for ratepayers; and

WHEREAS, rural and low-density communities are disproportionately impacted by delivery charge increases and cost-recovery mechanisms that fail to adequately account for affordability, equity, and the cumulative burden placed on ratepayers; and

WHEREAS, the continued approval of rate increases without stronger cost controls, greater transparency, and meaningful affordability protections is unacceptable and contrary to the public interest.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Steuben County Legislature formally and strongly urges the New York State Public Service Commission to conduct a thorough and immediate review of electric delivery charges, rate increases, and cost-recovery practices applicable to NYSEG customers; and be it further

RESOLVED, that the Steuben County Legislature calls upon the Public Service Commission to prioritize ratepayer affordability, demand greater transparency from NYSEG, and require demonstrable cost-containment and operational efficiency measures before approving any future rate increases; and be it further

RESOLVED, that the Steuben County Legislature expressly opposes continued or automatic rate increases that shift rising operational, infrastructure, and administrative costs onto ratepayers without clear justification or adequate protection for rural communities.

1972 Corning Community Graduate, To Be Honored

Coming up this Friday, Corning Community College will be honoring one of their 1972 graduates: Dave Clark.  Clark went on to become the Atlanta Braves Coach and an advocate for the disabled.  He suffered from Polio as an infant.  A ceremony honoring him will be held this Friday, at the Corning Community College Commons Building from 5pm to 7:30pm.  See full statement from Corning Community College: 

Meet David Clark ’72, this year’s Athletics Hall of Fame Inductee!

A 1972 graduate of Corning Community College, Dave Clark is a trailblazer in professional baseball and a powerful advocate for inclusion. Despite being diagnosed with polio as an infant, he went on to build a remarkable 17-year playing career and more than five decades in professional sports.

Dave has served as a coach for the Atlanta Braves, an Olympic baseball coach, and owner of the iconic Indianapolis Clowns. Beyond the game, he founded Disability Dream & Do (D3Day), creating opportunities for athletes with disabilities nationwide.

Join us in celebrating Dave and our outstanding alumni at the Reflections Ceremony!

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 5 to 7:30 PM

SUNY Corning Community College – Commons Building

Purchase tickets here https://bit.ly/reflections-2026

Need A Job?  Check This One Out

The Steuben County Office Of The Aging is hiring.  The salary goes from $33,000  to $40,000 a year.  You have to have a Class D drivers license, a high school diploma or it’s equivalent and you have to take a course about taking care of others, within six months of getting the job.  The deadline for applying is April 2^nd.  Interested?  Check out the Steuben County’s job site on 

[https://www.steubencountyny.gov/jobs.aspx]

Ithaca Woman's Purse Stolen - Suspect Steals $13K

FROM NYSP:  The New York State Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the individual pictured regarding a grand larceny

On March 19, 2026, a suspect allegedly broke into a vehicle in a parking lot in Ithaca and stole a purse that had been left in plain view. The purse contained the victim’s identification, checkbook, and credit cards.

On March 20, 2026, the same suspect is believed to have traveled to two Cayuga Lake National Bank locations in Cayuga County, where she fraudulently withdrew a total of $13,500 using the victim’s identification.

If you recognize this individual or have any information, please contact the New York State Police at 585-398-4100 or crimetip@troopers.ny.gov

Update On The Addison Bank Robbery Case

Dominic Bova of Corning, is the Addison bank robbery suspect.  He will be in Steuben County Court for a Huntley hearing on Friday April 24, at 930am.  Huntley Hearings are for getting statements from suspects suppressed.  Bova’s defense lawyer is Daniel Dubois.  Bova is accused of allegedly committing the bank robbery in Addison on August 22, 2025.

It goes without saying that bank robberies don't happen every day in the region.  "They really are very infrequent," Allard tells WVIN News.  "The last one before this, was when I was still with the Corning Police Department.  Two banks in Corning were robbed.  After that, there were bank robberies in Watkins Glen and in Ithaca.  Those bank robberies were all done by the same suspect, who was from Rochester.  We located the suspect and he was successfully prosecuted,' Allard explained.

Officer Shot In The Middle Of The Night In Rochester

Up in Rochester, a police officer was shot in the 1am hour this morning.  The RPD says, that officer will be on leave for quite some time.  The shooter was reported to have committed suicide.  The names of the officer and the shooter, have not been released yet.  

Bradford School Board Race Update

Bradford Central School Superintendent John Marshall says they have one seat up for election in May. Nominating petitions are due by April 20.  Also, the superintendent says the seat that’s up on the Bradford School Board, is currently filled by Daniel Peterson. 

Troopers: Addison Man Allegedly Stole An Electric Bike

From NYSP: The New York State Police at SP Painted Post report the arrest of Randall L. Holman, age 36, of Addison, NY, in connection with a larceny investigation.

On December 30, 2025, State Police responded to a report of a larceny at an apartment located on North Hamilton Street in Painted Post, Steuben County. The investigation revealed that Holman allegedly took multiple items belonging to the victim, including an electric bicycle, without permission.

On March 5, 2026, a warrant was requested through the Town of Erwin Court. A bench warrant was subsequently issued.

On March 16, 2026, members of the Corning Police Department took Holman into custody on outstanding warrants. State Police responded and took custody of Holman, placing him under arrest for the following charges:

•    Grand Larceny 4th degree (E felony)
•    Petit Larceny (A misdemeanor)

Holman was transported to SP Painted Post for processing and subsequently remanded to the Steuben County Jail for centralized arraignment.

United Way To Hold An Awards Ceremony In Corning

FROM THE UNITED WAY OF THE SOUTHERN TIER: Tickets are now available for United Way of the Southern Tier’s Community Awards Dinner, which will be held Thursday, April 30, at the Corning Museum of Glass.
“This year’s theme, ‘Every Drop Counts’, captures the true spirit behind the evening. It’s a reminder that meaningful change happens through the collective efforts of individuals, businesses, and partners across our community. As we open ticket sales, we invite everyone to join us in celebrating that impact and recognizing that every act of generosity plays a role in building a stronger Southern Tier,” said United Way CEO Maleaha Smith.
Kennedy Valve is the presenting sponsor for the awards dinner, which will honor individuals and organizations that lift up our community. Award winners will be announced soon.
Tickets for the awards dinner are $80 each and include a complimentary cocktail reception and a choice of meal (Roasted New York Strip Loin, Basil Pesto Grilled Salmon, or Eggplant Napoleon), salad, and dessert.
To purchase tickets, go to bit.ly/2026UWSTDinner or uwst.org/annualdinner.
Tickets are on sale until April 15 or sold out.
United Way is grateful to our 2026 dinner sponsors, including: The Hilliard Corporation, Chemung Canal Trust Company, Gough Holding Corporation, Angela and Tymon Daniels, and First Heritage Federal Credit Union. Sponsorships are still available. Contact United Way’s Director of Donor Experience Lois Wilson: lwilson@uwst.org, or call 607-377-5834.Tickets are now available for United Way of the Southern Tier’s Community Awards Dinner, which will be held Thursday, April 30, at the Corning Museum of Glass.
“This year’s theme, ‘Every Drop Counts’, captures the true spirit behind the evening. It’s a reminder that meaningful change happens through the collective efforts of individuals, businesses, and partners across our community. As we open ticket sales, we invite everyone to join us in celebrating that impact and recognizing that every act of generosity plays a role in building a stronger Southern Tier,” said United Way CEO Maleaha Smith.
Kennedy Valve is the presenting sponsor for the awards dinner, which will honor individuals and organizations that lift up our community. Award winners will be announced soon.
Tickets for the awards dinner are $80 each and include a complimentary cocktail reception and a choice of meal (Roasted New York Strip Loin, Basil Pesto Grilled Salmon, or Eggplant Napoleon), salad, and dessert.
To purchase tickets, go to bit.ly/2026UWSTDinner or uwst.org/annualdinner.
Tickets are on sale until April 15 or sold out.
United Way is grateful to our 2026 dinner sponsors, including: The Hilliard Corporation, Chemung Canal Trust Company, Gough Holding Corporation, Angela and Tymon Daniels, and First Heritage Federal Credit Union. Sponsorships are still available. Contact United Way’s Director of Donor Experience Lois Wilson: lwilson@uwst.org, or call 607-377-5834.

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Village Election Results From Last Night 

BATH - Mayor Michael Sweet was elected once again.  Also in last night's village trustee races in Bath, Melonie Coots and James Spencer won as well.  

Sweet 57

Coots 62

Spencer 60

From Mayor Michael Sweet: "A sincere expression of gratitude to all who cast their votes today. It's been an honor serving as your Mayor, and I'm thrilled that 2026 will be remembered as a groundbreaking year in our history, one that I'm eager to contribute to! Congratulations to Mel Coots and Jim Spencer on your Trustee wins - I'm looking forward to working with you both!"

HAMMONDSPORT  - There were two village trustee seats up last night.  Re-elected was Deborah Lynch 49 votes, and Newly-elected: Jason McLoud 42 votes.

COHOCTON - The trustee race winners were Matt McCarthy and Kathy Gray.  

WAYLAND - The Village Trustee winners were David Pragle Republican - 51 Votes and Melonie Coley - 57 votes.  

ADDISON - Winners of the village trustee races were Lorne Hults and Richard Cilino.

SAVONA - Duane Basch and Jessica Stevens won the village trustee races last night in Savona.  

Stevens 14

Duane Basch 13 

PAINTED POST  -  Painted Post Mayor Ralph Foster won reelection.  Also, Painted Post Village Trustees Robert Manning and Britany Elsey won their seats once again.

Foster 34

Manning 34

Elsey 37

Troopers Asking For The Public's Help 

Help Identify This Suspect – Steuben County Larceny Investigation The New York State Police in Painted Post are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a purse theft and fraudulent credit card use on March 16, 2026.

Location: Applebee’s, Silverback Lane, Town of Erwin

Suspect Description:

• White male with a beard

• Wearing dark clothing and an Adidas baseball cap

• Entered the restaurant briefly and stole a purse from the take-out area

Vehicle: Gray 4-door sedan, believed to be a Buick Verano (2012–2018)

Following the theft, the suspect used the victim’s card at the Exxon gas station on Clara Barton Street in Dansville and attempted additional online purchases.

If you recognize this individual or have any information, please contact the New York State Police at 585-398-4100 or crimetip@troopers.ny.gov

UPDATE: Steuben County Jail And ICE Prisoners
Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard met with ICE recently and he says the Steuben County Jail will take in federal ICE prisoners who are remanded judicially.  Allard says the county jail now has room for ICE prisoners.  There will be another meeting between the sheriff and ICE within the next two weeks.  In exchange for holding ICE prisoners, the county gets reimbursed $130 dollars a day, as well as expenses for transportation and any needed medical costs.  The sheriff also says this will be the first time Steuben County Jail has housed ICE prisoners since 2015. 

Village Voting Day Has Arrived

It’s village election day and the polls are open until 9:00 tonight.  Voting is going on in the villages in Bath, Hammondsport, Savona, Wayland, Cohocton, Painted Post and Addison.  Also in Canisteo, Arkport and North Hornell.  The voting locations are at the various village halls.  They are not voting today in the village of Avoca.    

Troopers Charge Campbell Man With Grand Larceny 3rd 

FROM NYSP:  The New York State Police at SP Bath announce the arrest of Andrew Kidder, age 24, of Campbell, NY, following an investigation into an attempted extortion scheme involving social media.  On February 6, 2026, State Police received a complaint from a Bath resident reporting that he had been targeted through a social media dating application. The victim reported that after exchanging messages and images with an unknown individual, the suspect threatened to publicly disclose sensitive personal information unless the victim provided cash and other items of value.  An investigation conducted by the Bureau of Criminal Investigation, including digital evidence analysis and subpoenas to social media platforms, identified Andrew Kidder as the individual responsible for creating and using fraudulent online accounts to carry out the scheme.

On March 17, 2026, State Police members responded to Kidder’s residence in the town of Campbell. Kidder was transported to SP Bath, where he was arrested and charged with:

•    Attempted Grand Larceny in the 3rd degree as a Hate Crime (D felony)

He was processed at SP Bath and transported to the Steuben County Jail for centralized arraignment.
 

From NYSP:  On March 15, 2026, New York State Police arrested a Steuben County man following a traffic stop in Owego.  

Brian W. Raymond, 43, of Bradford, New York was charged with the following: 
•    Two counts of Criminal Possession Controlled Substance in the 3rd degree: Intent to Sell, class “B” felony
•    Two counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 3rd degree, class “B” felony 
•    Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia in the 2nd degree (scales), a misdemeanor
•    Obstructing Governmental Administration in the 2nd degree, a misdemeanor
•    Resisting Arrest, a misdemeanor

On March 15, 2026, just before midnight, Troopers observed a Toyota Prius committing vehicle and traffic violations while traveling on the Southern Tier Expressway (State Route 17/Interstate 86) in the village of Owego and initiated a traffic stop.  

During the investigation, Troopers discovered Raymond in possession of approximately 101 grams of fentanyl, approximately 51.2 grams of cocaine, and a digital scale.  

At the time of his arrest, Raymond pulled away from Troopers and attempted to flee but was unsuccessful.  Raymond sustained a cut to his forehead during the incident and was transported by Apalachin EMS to Wilson Medical Center.  

Following his release from the hospital, Raymond was processed at SP Owego then turned over to the Tioga County Jail for Centralized Arraignment.  

Fire In Corning This Morning

There was a fatal fire reported this morning out of Corning.  That was on Wall Street in Corning.  Numerous fire departments were called in to help get that fire under control.

The Corning Fire Dept. says, one resident of the building, Lynne Frances Mason, was not able to exit the structure due to the location and extent of the fire. She was removed from the building by firefighters and transported by EMS to the Corning Hospital. Unfortunately, Lynne Frances Mason has died as a result of her injuries.  There were several minor injuries to firefighters at the scene. All firefighters are expected to make full recoveries.   

Langworthy: We've Got to Get TSA Workers Paid

Congressman Nick Langworthy is working on passing a law to get TSA worker  paid, even if there is a shutdown.  The congressman says TSA employees have been working without pay for almost half of this year so far. 

Village Election Day is Wednesday,  March 18 

Voting is 12-Noon until 9pm.  Bath Village Mayor Mike Sweet and Bath Village trustees Melonie Coots and Jim Spencer are all running on the Republican line.  

In Hammondsport, Democrats Jason McCloud and Deborah Lynch are running for two open village trustee seats.  Voting in Hammondsport is at the Fred and Harriet Taylor Library. 

In Savona, Village Trustee Democrat Jessica Stevens is seeking reelection and Democrat Duane Basch is also running for the Chris McCann trustee seat.  They say that McCann is not seeking reelection. Voting is at Savona Village Hall. 

In Cohocton, the two village trustee candidates are Kathryn Gray and Matthew McCarthy and there are two seats up, in Cohocton.   Voting is at the Village Hall.  

In Wayland, you vote at the Wayland Village Hall and there’s a trustee race between David Pragle and David Stevens.  Also in Wayland, Melonie Coley is running unopposed. 

In Addison, voting is at the Community Center.  The candidates running in Addison are Lorne Hults and Richard Cilino.  

In Painted Post, Mayor Ralph Foster is running again.  In Painted Post you vote at the Village Hall.   

In Avoca, there are no races.  However, Avoca is having a special election day on May 1 for a village trustee’s race.

School Started A Little Bit Later Than Usual Today

Many local schools began after a two hour delay this morning.  That is because of the snow/sleet.  

In other news, Friday, March 21, is a half-day for students at the VEW School in Bath.  That’s because of parent-teacher conferences. 

Also, local schools are giving students the day off on Monday of next week – March 30, that’s because there’s a school superintendents day next Monday. 

Bath Police Charge Two Suspects After Fatal O.D.

Accusations Of Welfare Fraud Around Steuben County

Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard reports that on March 2, 2026, Investigators of the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office arrested Abagale Croft, age 27, of West First Street, Corning, New York. It is alleged that on 8/6/25, 10/17/25 and 12/13/25, Ms. Croft offered a false instrument for filing to the Steuben County Department of Social Services and received benefits from the Steuben County Department of Social Services that she was not eligible to receive. Ms. Croft is charged with Offering a False Instrument for Filing in the First Degree, a class E Felony. Ms. Croft was released on an Appearance Ticket to return to the Village of Bath Court.

Sheriff Allard thanks the Steuben County Department of Social Services Fraud and Legal Affairs Unit, and the District Attorney’s Office for their assistance in this investigation.

Sheriff Jim Allard also reports that on March 4, 2026, Investigators of the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office arrested Shane Fox, age 46, Bath, New York. It is alleged that from 8/23/25 to 8/24/25, Mr. Fox used another person’s EBT card to purchase items without permission. Mr. Fox is charged with Petit Larceny and Misuse of Food Stamps. Mr. Fox was released on an Appearance Ticket to appear in the Village of Bath Court.

Sheriff Allard thanks the Steuben County Department of Social Services Fraud and Legal Affairs Unit, and the District Attorney’s Office for their assistance in this investigation.

Sheriff Allard's Monthly Newsletter

Tis a grand and fine day in Steuben County on this, Saint Patrick’s Day.  Although we had tree seasons in tree hours last evening, our County is a sure glorious beauty!  On this Saint Patrick’s Day, may the road rise to meet you, may the wind be always at your back.  May the sun shine warm upon your face, the rains fall soft upon your fields, and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of his hand.

Our agency reorganization continues, with Sergeant Matt Sorge chosen to be promoted to Lieutenant on April 8th.  Matt has run our Civil Division for the past 14 years and is recognized around the state for his professionalism and attention to detail.  He has successfully managed the Civil Division Office, Civil Division Accreditation, School Resource Deputy program, Sex Offender Registry, Car Seat Technician program and Bicycle Patrol for our agency.  I have every confidence that he is up to the challenge of Patrol Lieutenant.  Next up is Patrol Sergeant interviews, and we are fortunate to have many qualified candidates to choose from. 

February was a hard month for our neighbors at 911.  Deputy Director Nick Snyder left this world as a young man with a bright future.  His brothers and sisters at both 911 and the Atlanta Hatch Hose Fire Company will miss him greatly.  He was a great public safety partner and the loss of his leadership will be felt in our county.   

February brought another busy month for our agency.  We swore in a new SRO for the Corning Painted Post District, retired Deputy Michelle Weldon.  Sergeant Sorge and Deputy Butler taught another Boater Safety Course.  In the Corrections Division, the part time Basic Academy concluded their classroom portion and transitioned to defensive tactics. The full time Basic Academy began on February 24th and have so far completed their initial PT exam along with classroom courses in Ethics in Law Enforcement, Special Needs Inmates, Sexual Misconduct, First Aid/CPR, Legal Issues, Stress Management and Essential Services. They have also begun their daily Defensive Tactics training. There are 5 cadets from Steuben County, Corrections Officers Campbell, Cupp, Derby, Maddux and Pruden.  One cadet is from Schuyler County, CO Cook.  Sergeants Erskine, Gardiner, Valentine and Waight completed the DCJS Principled Policing Course.  Lieutenant Thompson and Sergeant Valentine completed the Fire Safety Inspections for Correctional Facilities course.  Major Sutton and Captain Mills completed the Guardian Leadership Course.  Deputies Schafer and Henry completed the DCJS Defensive Tactics Instructor Course.  Deputy McCoy attended the CPASS School Resource Officer Conference.  Deputy Saltsman completed the Property and Evidence Room Manager training. 

Captain Mills was interviewed and featured in a case study as an example of efficient jail management and operations using technology.  Sheriff Allard attended the National Sheriff’s Association Conference and met with DEA Administrator Terry Cole to discuss trends in narcotics in the Southern Tier.  Sheriff Allard issued the NYS Sheriff’s Institute Civil Deputy of the Year Award to Chief Civil Deputy Jesse Genter of the Broome County Sheriff’s Office.  Sheriff Allard also delivered the keynote address at the Hornell Lincoln Day Dinner and was interviewed on “Frankly Speaking” and “The Pulse” with Mayor Buckley. 

All of our deputies and officers performed in an outstanding fashion, and we received multiple commendations from the public regarding their outstanding performance. 

We continue to pray for our first responder colleagues and deployed military across the globe, as well as their families.  We also pray for the victims of mass casualty events and state sponsored aggression.  Thank you for supporting the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office in these challenging times and stay safe!

Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard

Wind Advisory For Steuben/Yates/Chemung, Etc

From The National Weather Service:  HEADLINE: Wind Advisory issued March 16 at 10:58AM EDT until March 17 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.  * WHERE...In New York, Chemung, Cortland, Madison, Onondaga,

Schuyler, Seneca, Southern Cayuga, Steuben, Tioga, Tompkins, and Yates Counties. In Pennsylvania, Bradford County.  * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Tuesday.  * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

INSTRUCTIONS: Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.<

From The National Weather Service:  HEADLINE: Wind Advisory issued March 16 at 10:58AM EDT until March 17 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.  * WHERE...In New York, Chemung, Cortland, Madison, Onondaga,

Schuyler, Seneca, Southern Cayuga, Steuben, Tioga, Tompkins, and Yates Counties. In Pennsylvania, Bradford County.  * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Tuesday.  * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

INSTRUCTIONS: Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.<

Lots Of Trees Down In Steuben And Lots Of Outages Too

Trees were down in the area on Saturday morning.  On Haverling Street in Bath there was a tree blocking the street and causing downed wires.  At about 8am Saturday, Bath Electric Gas and Water shut the power down so they could do repairs.  In the 9am Saturday morning, Steuben Rural Electric had 32 outages in Bath and 127 outages in Thurston.  There were also scattered outages in places like Hartsville and Howard.  Also in the 9am hour Saturday, NYSEG reported that Wheeler had 535 outages, Erwin had 445 and Lindley had 415 NYSEG outages.   There were 43 outages in Avoca and other scattered power outages in Caton and Cohocton.   

Unfortunetly, it did not end there.  There were also outages on Sunday in many of the same locations.

Brush Fire In Savona On Sunday Afternoon

From The Savona Fire Dept:  At approximately 2:05 PM, the Savona Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to a reported brush fire on Robbie Road, approximately 50 feet from a home. When Chief 33 arrived on scene, there were approximately 4–5 acres of a grass field already on fire and moving away from the residence.

Within minutes, the wind picked up and the flames crossed the field, spreading rapidly. Fire crews worked quickly to contain the fire after approximately 11 acres had burned, preventing it from spreading into neighboring properties.

A huge thank you to all Savona members for their hard work, as well as the Bath, Bradford, Campbell, Coopers Plains, Hammondsport, Painted Post, and Wayne Fire Departments for their assistance. We also appreciate the support from 911 Dispatchers, Bath Ambulance, and the NYS Forest Rangers.

Painted Post Fire Department responded with, M-67 and UTV-28 responded with 4 firefighters, MP-28 responded with 4 firefighters, and Chief 28-1 to the scene. Chief 28-02 and additional crews remained at the station.

Great teamwork by everyone involved to bring this fire under control safely.

Elmira Police Ask: Do You Know Who These Men Are? 

The Elmira Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying two individuals involved in a theft at the Scrubbles Laundromat Dog Wash on W. Third Street.

On March 11, 2026, these two males entered the business and removed a security camera , the same camera that captured the video and images attached to this post.

Someone in our community likely recognizes them.

If you know who these individuals are, please contact the Elmira Police Department at 607-737-5626 or send us a private message through this page.

You may also submit information anonymously.

Please share this post so we can help identify the individuals involved.

Bath Village Police Department Charges An Otego Man

Bath Police Charge A Bath Resident 

Fire This Morning In The Town of Bath. 

It was a trailer fire on More Haven Drive in the 9am/10am hours.  Numerous fire departments responded.  No other information is available at this point. 

It's Getting Closer to School Budget Voting Time

Avoca Central School officials are working on finalizing their budget numbers.  They’re also doing that at Prattsburgh Central School.  At the Bath School District they say, this past Wednesday night, they approved their proposed school budget for the 2026-2027 Bath school year.  The public vote on all school budgets will be held on May 19. 

Mayor Sweet & Trustees Working On The Village Budget 

Bath Village Mayor Michael Sweet says the village board has started the process of doing their budget.  Sweet says the village budget will likely be done on April 11.  The Bath Village Board’s next meeting will be Monday March 16. 

Prattsburgh Bridge To Be Worked On Starting Mar 30

A bridge closing is coming up in Prattsburgh:  That’s the bridge on County Route 74 in Prattsburgh, which will be closed for ten weeks and that’s starting on March 30.   

See full statement below: 

Steuben County Department of Public Works Commissioner Eric Rose has announced that the bridge on County Route 74 (Prattsburgh–Pulteney Road) over Five Mile Creek, located between County Route 77 and Flynn Road in the Town of Prattsburgh, will be closed to all through traffic beginning March 30, 2026.

The closure is necessary to allow for a full bridge reconstruction. The structure, Bridge No. 74-02 (BIN 3333970), will be rebuilt with new concrete abutments and concrete deck beams to improve the safety and longevity of the crossing.

The project is expected to take approximately 10 weeks to complete, depending on weather and construction conditions.

Motorists should note that there will NOT be an on-site detour, and drivers are encouraged to plan alternate routes accordingly during the construction period.

Steuben County officials appreciate the public’s patience and cooperation as this important infrastructure improvement is completed.

For additional information, please contact the Steuben County Department of Public Works.

Two St Patricks Day Parades To Be Held On Saturday

Over in Hornell, on Saturday March 14, they’re going to be a having a lot of St Patricks Day fun.  The parade starts at 11am on Genesee Street in Hornell and there are all kinds of bus runs around Hornell, to the various restaurants.  Then in Horseheads, a Saint Patrick's Day Parade is slated for 2pm Saturday.  Both the Hornell and Horseheads mayors are inviting the public to attend.  

Schumer, Gillibrand Condemn Anti-Semitic Attack In Mich

U.S. Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand both put out statements saying that their thoughts are with the children, families, congregants, staff, and first responders at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan.   The senators also say that they are grateful to the local officers who responded quickly.

Troopers Are Asking For the Public's Help With 1970 Case

FROM NSYP:  On March 20, 1970, the body of a male was located without a head or hands on Davis Hill Road in the town of Andover.  Over the course of nearly 56 years, investigating members of the New York State Police continued to track down every lead, but the identity of the male remained unknown.

On June 07, 2022, an exhumation of the body was conducted for the purpose of collecting DNA.  With the assistance of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the DNA was ultimately used to determine the body to be that of 35-year-old, Clyde A. Coppage, who was living in Genessee, Pennsylvania at the time of his disappearance.  Coppage was not originally from the area and had never been reported missing.  The Bureau of Criminal Investigation out of SP Amity are seeking public assistance with any information on Clyde A. Coppage.

The investigation into the death of Coppage remains open and active. 

Anyone with information about Coppage or his death is asked to contact the New York State Police at 585-344-6200.

Area State Lawmakers , Voting Against The State Budget

GOP State Senators Tom O’Mara, George Borrello and Assembly members Phil Palmesano, Andrea Bailey and Joe Sempolinski, are all voting against the proposed state budgets.  The upstate Republicans say the proposed budget, as it is now, does not get rid of the climate change laws.

Bath School Board Budget Update

The Bath CSD Board of Education approved their proposed 2026-2027 school budget on Wednesday evening.  School Superintendent Kelly Houck says there will be a public budget hearing on Tuesday May 12 at 5:00 pm in the auditorium and the budget vote and board of elections will be held on May 19 from noon to 8:00 pm in the Bath School District Office.

The Bath School System's New Cheerleader Program

Bath CSD is officially starting a new youth cheer program and want to see who might be interested! The program will be run through the school. Participants must be enrolled in Bath CSD in prek-6th grade for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year.

- no registration fee

- competitions only

- local competitions (with low spectator admission $)

- ~2 practices a week

- current high school cheerleaders and coaches guiding your children

If your child might be interested in joining, fill out this interest form and more details will be sent to you in the near future!

https://forms.gle/ks6T6UZNuQZ8WsjGA

Hammondsport Says Thank You

Hammondsport Village Hall is thanking their residents for their cooperation and understanding with things getting under way with the new Greenleaf Recycling company.  Officials from the Hammondsport Village Hall say, the trucks come early in the morning so please have your refuse and recycling out the night before, and if you don't they won't necessarily come back around to check things out.

No Avian Flu Here In Steuben County

Numerous media outlets have reported that birds have been found dead in the Seneca Lake area.  The D.E.C. says, the cause of death is bird flu.  Is it a problem in Steuben County?  County Public Health Spokeswoman Mealea VanDenburg says, so far, no cases here in Steuben, but she notes, it never hurts to be careful.  "The best way for folks to stay safe and to avoid the Avian Flu is to avoid touching sick or dead birds, to keep your pets away from them and to wash your hands if you've been outdoors," VanDenburg noted.  

The VA Is Well Caught Up On Their Backlog Of Patients

The Finger Lakes V.A. issued a statement saying the Trump Administration has greatly cut the back log of VA patients waiting to get in.  The VA statement on this topic noted that the, VA’s disability claims backlog is now below 100,000 for the first time since 2020, benefits access is getting faster for surviving family members.

Power Outages In Bath, Cohocton, Jasper 
There are Steuben County Rural Electric power outages today in Bath.  As of this posting at 4:40pm, there are 38 of them here in Bath.  Also there were around a dozen NYSEG power outages today in Cohocton, Hartsville, Jasper and West Union.  The total number of NYSEG outages in Steuben County was 61.    

FROM THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE:  NYZ022-PAZ038-043-044-047-048-072-121915-Steuben-Bradford-Wyoming-Lackawanna-Luzerne-Pike-Southern Wayne-
315 PM EDT Wed Mar 11 2026.    

This afternoon and tonight.  Isolated strong to severe thunderstorms will be possible this evening. Locally damaging winds will be possible with any of these thunderstorms.  Also, showers and thunderstorms today will bring the potential for
more localized flooding today into Thursday.  

Update On The Addison Bank Robbery Case

The Steuben County District Attorney’s Office tells Wvin News, that motions were recently argued and pre-trial hearings are being scheduled in the Addison bank robbery suspect, Dominic Bova case.  31 year old Dominic Bova is alleged to have robbed the bank in Addison on August 22 of last year. 

In other news from the D.A.’s Office, 53 year old Gerald Makin of Corning has been indicted with 12 counts of Promoting a Sexual Performance by a child under the age of 17 years, and 12 counts of Possession Sexual Performance by a Child.  Makin was arrested by the state police on these allegations, in October of 2025. 

Statement From Hammondsport Village Hall

Regarding rumors of Village dissolving.  Over the past few days there has been a lot of conversation and speculation circulating online suggesting that the Village of Hammondsport may be dissolving. We want to address this directly so residents have clear and accurate information.

There is currently NO proposal, plan, or process underway to dissolve the Village of Hammondsport.

For clarity:

• The Village of Hammondsport and the Town of Urbana are separate governments, even though the village is geographically located within the town.

• Village laws apply inside village boundaries.

• Town laws apply outside the village but within the Town of Urbana.

Village leadership remains focused on serving residents, maintaining infrastructure, and supporting a strong and vibrant community.

We encourage everyone to rely on official village meeting agendas, minutes, and public meetings for accurate information. Questions and respectful dialogue are always welcome.

Hammondsport has always been a community that values transparency, neighborliness, and civic engagement. Let’s keep the conversation constructive and grounded in facts.

Corning P.D. Is Reviewing SWAT Team Deal

The Steuben County Administration Committee says, the Corning Police Department is looking over and might sign, an inter-municipal agreement, to stay on as part of the Steuben County SWAT Team.   That’s according to County Manager Jack Wheeler.  This was discussed at the Tuesday Administration meeting.  

An Extension On Italian-American Scholarship Sign-Ups
Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C-Corning) is reminding constituents that the New York Conference of Italian-American State Legislators is accepting applications for its annual scholarship program. The conference will be providing two academic scholarships and two athletic scholarships. Each scholarship will be $3000.  

Scholarships are available to residents of the 132nd Assembly District who are current college students or high school seniors entering college. Students can access and complete the application by visiting: https://www.nyiacsl.org/apply-for-scholarship-form.

The application deadline is March 16.  

“This is an excellent scholarship opportunity for high school seniors and college students in the 132nd Assembly District who have worked hard, distinguished themselves from their peers and intend to pursue higher education,” said Palmesano. “With college costs continually rising, this is a chance to lessen the financial burden that is a concern for so many young people and their families. I encourage eligible students in my district to apply.”  

Applicants should have a grade point average of 85 or higher, be active in community service and extracurricular activities and demonstrate financial need. In addition to these qualifications, students applying for an athletic scholarship must also be involved in an organized sport(s).
Applicants need not be of Italian-American heritage to apply. Scholarship recipients will be announced in April, and the winners will be honored at a ceremony in Albany. The New York Conference of Italian-American State Legislators is a bipartisan organization of state Assembly and Senate members who actively promote and celebrate the state’s Italian-American community. 

Hammondsport's Drama Club Proudly Presents… The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical

From Hammondsport Central:  Get ready for an EPIC adventure filled with gods, monsters, and half-blood heroes! Join Percy and friends as they take on a quest that’s sure to electrify the stage!

March 13th at 6:00 PM

March 14th at 11:00 AM & 6:00 PM

AND this year only — ADMISSION IS FREE!

Bring your family, bring your friends, and don’t miss this legendary adventure brought to life by our incredibly talented students!

Event Slated For Thursday Evening At Addison Central

St John Fisher College Night For The Disabled

Saint John Fisher College in Rochester is having a college night for disabled students.  That’s on April 14 at 6pm.  

Naples Says No To Any More EV School Buses

Naples Central School Superintendent Kevin Swartz issued a statement about how his school’s experience with the two electric school buses they have at Naples.  Swartz says electric school buses have numerous limitations. And because of this, transitioning to having all electric buses would be both impractical and impossible.  Swartz says he bases this opinion on dealing with the electric buses they already have.  He says, for example, Naples cannot use electric buses on cold days because of issues heating the bus.  Also, Naples notes that they found that when they have to drive long distances, they cannot use electric school buses.  That is because the school says that the buses cannot get that far.  In conclusion, Naples Central’s Superintendent said their school is not going to buy any more electric buses.    

Horseheads Required To Make A Minor Change

Horseheads Town Hall was audited by State Comptroller Tom Dinapoli.   The comptrollers office maintains, Horseheads Town officials were somewhat lacking when it came to certain computer issues, and did not take the right steps to have enough I.T. security on their Town computers.  The Horseheads Town Board says that they will make the necessary changes.      

Steuben County: How Old Are We Now?  

Steuben County has been around since 1796.  Steuben County Historian Griffin Bates says, this past Sunday, March 8, was the 230^th anniversary of this county.  Bates is in the process of getting the county legislature to make March 8, Steuben County Day.

Corning Woman Facing Serious Charges In Avoca

On March 5, 2026, New York State Police arrested Kellie Kelley, age 40, of Corning, NY, following a traffic stop in the town of Avoca, Steuben County.

On March 5, 2026, at approximately 1:47 a.m., Troopers assigned to SP Bath were on patrol on County Route 105 in the town of Avoca when they observed a 2015 Chevrolet Impala failing to maintain its lane and crossing the center line multiple times. A traffic stop was subsequently initiated.

During the stop, the operator initially provided a false name and was unable to properly identify herself. Troopers later located identification inside the vehicle and determined the driver to be Kellie Kelley. A records check revealed Kelley had a suspended New York State driver’s license and multiple outstanding warrants from the Corning Police Department, the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office, and SP Painted Post.

Kelley was taken into custody without incident. During an inventory of the vehicle prior to towing, troopers located approximately 30 grams of methamphetamine, additional quantities of methamphetamine, a .223 caliber semi-automatic assault-style rifle, two large-capacity ammunition feeding devices, and ammunition.

Kelley was transported to SP Bath for processing, where she voluntarily surrendered an additional quantity of methamphetamine that had been concealed on her person.

Kelley was charged with the following:

• Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd degree (intent to sell) (B Felony)
• Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd degree – Assault Weapon (D felony)
• Two counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd Degree – Ammunition Feeding Device (D felony)
• Tampering with Physical Evidence (E felony)
• Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle 3rd degree – (Misdemeanor)
• Multiple Vehicle and Traffic Law violations

Kelley was transported to the Steuben County Jail for centralized arraignment. Corning Police Department, the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office, and SP Painted Post were notified due to outstanding warrants.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Reynolds Leaves Canisteo-Greenwood For Arkport

Gary Reynolds is resigning from his job as Canisteo Greenwood High School Principal.  Canisteo-Greenwood School Superintendent Tom Crook thinks it will likely be an interim high school principal appointed, so the CG School District will have more time to search for a replacement for Reynolds. The reason Reynolds is leaving Canisteo-Greenwood is because he is becoming Arkport Central School Superintendent. 

College Night For Disabled Students At St. John Fisher

On April 14 at 6pm, there will be a College Night at Saint John Fisher College.  This will be for students suffering from disabilities.  The deadline to sign up will be April 10.  

Click here to sign up.

On Saturday, There Was A Tornado Watch For Allegany Co

There was a tornado watch Saturday afternoon and evening over in Allegany County.  Meteorologist Heidi Ankelese says there are no reports of any tornadoes touching down there, but she says, there was some quarter size hail, from a storm moving at 50 mile an hour and gusts of 60 miles an hour, in the Weston Mills area in Cattaraugus County.

Update On Potential Campbell-Savona/Bradford Merger

The Campbell Savona School District has been in talks with the Bradford School District about a possible merger.  Officials from Campbell Savona say, even if they don’t go forward with a full merger, the two school systems are very interested in the possibility of an athletic partnership between Campbell-Savona and Bradford.   They seem to think that this could be done more quickly than a total merger.  Officials also point out that no final decisions have been made as of yet. 

Naples Central School: Statement About Electric Buses

As we enter the month of March and begin to look forward to some warmer weather, Pat Elwell (NCS Transportation Director) and I wanted to take an opportunity to update our community on the two EV buses we are currently operating in our fleet.  As you recall, NCS was the recipient of a federal EPA grant in 2022 which covered the vast majority of expenses for both the buses as well as related charging infrastructure.  Our district was appreciative of the community support and willingness to take a small step towards EV implementation.  We feel it is important to provide folks with information on their performance, particularly given the cold winter we have experienced and the fact that the NYS EV bus mandate is still in effect.

Since these EV buses entered our fleet in the spring of 2024, we have found that on most days, these buses perform well and that they can meet our daily needs for most bus routes to and from school.  The buses are quiet, and in other ways feel very similar to our diesel fleet.  While we have endured a few software/charging glitches, overall performance has been adequate.  As such, we expect to utilize these buses to their fullest potential and to the end of their useful lives, ensuring we maximize the return on the EPA grant monies we received.

What cannot be ignored, however, is that these EV buses also present challenges and have proven to be limiting in numerous ways.  While introducing several EV buses has proven to be manageable on most days, transitioning to a full fleet of EV buses would be impractical and frankly impossible given what we have learned about EV function, cost, and necessary infrastructure to support a larger or full EV bus fleet.  A few key points to note:

Function: We have found that the performance of these buses diminishes significantly the further the temperature falls below freezing; this winter’s weather has been a true test.  We have experienced challenges with heating the buses, along with an increased frequency/demand of charging during the day which drives up operating costs.  Even in decent weather, these buses do not have the range for our longest bus routes, most athletic contests, or extra-curricular trips.  While diesel buses provide us consistency and flexibility, we simply do not see the same outcomes with our EV buses and on the coldest of days, we cannot operate one or both buses due to range/heating issues.

Cost: When we acquired our buses through the EPA grant in 2023, the cost was for each bus was $390,000.  Today, an similarly equipped EV bus costs sit at $435,485 and $481,472 (for a larger EV battery option requiring level 3 charging).  This is of great concern given the cost of a diesel bus in 2023 was $150,630 and is currently $167,784. These cost differentials are staggering and raise serious questions as to how districts can balance budgets/remain fiscally responsible should these differentials remain unchanged.   

Further, we have learned this winter that operating EV buses do drive up electric costs when factoring in regular charging, increased utility costs, delivery costs, and the necessity to charge during the day (peak time thus higher rates) when it is cold.  The district has carefully been tracking data on the cost to operate EV buses vs. diesel and the most current data tells us that daily operation of an EV bus is 3-5x more expensive than a diesel bus, dependent upon weather conditions, electric rates, and diesel costs which are far more predictable.

Infrastructure Challenges: Currently, NCS is near maximum capacity when it comes to adding further EV buses to our fleet as there is not adequate grid power to support broader expansion.  These grid challenges are ever-present throughout our county and unfortunately, this situation has led to the delay or abandonment of housing projects and business development across our region.  Given the declining populations/school enrollment we and other communities have been seeing for decades, this is concerning news and it further raises questions about the feasibility of implementing this EV bus mandate as written.

Procedural Questions:  School law requires that bus purchases (including EV bus purchases) are approved by community referendum votes. To date, schools have been provided with zero guidance as to what steps must be taken should these referendum votes fail.  Understanding what next steps look like should a proposition fail are essential for district planning, both short-term and long-term.

While we recognize the fact that we should take reasonable steps to be stewards of our environment, we cannot ignore the fact that should this mandate remain in place, the consequences could be significant for our students and community tax payers.  NCS, like most regional districts, is striving to be fiscally responsible in an environment where foundation aid increases are projected at 1% and other costs are increasing up to 20%.  This mandate is placing tremendous emphasis on how our kids get to and from school.   What we cannot lose sight of is what can we provide our kids in school in terms of programming/support once they arrive and how can we foster growth and development in our region?   These areas must remain the highest of priorities.  The idea that schools can absorb such cost increases related to EV buses (differential in cost/operation between EV buses and diesel) without impacting other areas is a fallacy and the lack of grid capacity, coupled with functional limitations of these buses, further raises questions as to the efficacy of this mandate. 

Again, the NYS EV bus mandate remains in place.  As a district, we have and will continue to share our EV bus story including both the points of success as well as the significant challenges/limitations, ensuring that factual data and authentic experiences (not assumptions or opinions) illustrate that story.  We have shared this information with many local NYS representatives.  They are listening, acknowledging EV bus realities, and advocating for us accordingly and for that we are incredibly grateful. 

Naples CSD has applied for the available two-year EV bus waiver and as such has no plans for further EV purchases at this point in time.  It is our hope that NYS considers significant changes with this mandate or potential repeal given the realities around EV bus implementation that are now abundantly clear.  

We also recognize that opinions on EV buses, or other EV initiatives may vary and we respect that.  Should this be a topic you feel strongly about, we encourage you to reach out to your NYS representatives to share your thoughts.   If  you may have questions about EV buses, do not hesitate to reach out to either of us. 

Kevin Swartz                                   Pat Elwell

NCS Superintendent                     NCS Transportation Director

Woodhull Man Arrested After Alleged Domestic Incident

FROM NYSP:  The New York State Police arrested Cody B. Clemons, age 28, of Woodhull, NY, following the investigation of a domestic incident in the village of Painted Post.

On February 28, 2026, at approximately 2:19 p.m., troopers responded to a report of a domestic disturbance at a residence on East High Street in Painted Post, Steuben County. An investigation determined that Clemons allegedly engaged in a physical altercation with a woman during a verbal dispute, during which he applied pressure to the victim’s neck, restrained her, and damaged her cell phone. Troopers also determined that the incident occurred in violation of an active order of protection.

Troopers located Clemons a short distance away on North Hamilton Street in Painted Post and took him into custody without further incident. During a search of his person, Troopers discovered approximately 8.2 grams of suspected methamphetamine.

Clemons was transported to SP Painted Post for processing.

Clemons was charged with:

• Criminal Contempt 1st degree (E felony)
• Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th degree (A misdemeanor)
• Unlawful Imprisonment 2nd degree (A misdemeanor)
• Criminal Mischief in the 4th Degree (A misdemeanor)
• Criminal Obstruction of Breathing or Blood Circulation (A misdemeanor)

Following processing, Clemons was transported to the Steuben County Jail for CAP arraignment.

Langworthy: There Is Too Much Going On, We Need DHS

Saturday morning in Atlanta Georgia, there was an alleged bomb threat on a Southwest Airlines plane.   Afterwards, Congressman Nick Langworthy issued a statement about how the U.S. Senate needs to start funding and reopen Homeland Security.  "This incident is a powerful reminder that the threats facing our nation are real and require constant vigilance. Every day, the men and women of the Department of Homeland Security work to protect our airports, our borders, and our communities from dangerous threats. While TSA officers and other frontline personnel continue to show up and do their jobs under incredibly difficult circumstances, the Senate’s failure to act is unacceptable. National security should never be used as a political bargaining chip. The safety of the American people must come first. The Senate should pass the House bill today and ensure the Department of Homeland Security has the funding and support it needs to protect our country."

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano's Art Contest Reminder

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C-Corning) announced the deadline has been extended and entries are still being accepted for the Third Annual Student Art Contest hosted by Donate Life New York State.

In celebration of Donate Life Month, students are encouraged to share their donation stories and perspectives on organ donations through art. Submissions must be in by March 13, and winners will be notified by March 20. Entries must be submitted by a teacher or parent and must include the participating student’s name, grade level, age, address, phone number and email. There are four separate categories for the contest:

Elementary: fourth - fifth grades

Middle School: sixth - eighth grades

High School: ninth - tenth& eleventh - twelfth grades

Artwork will be hung throughout the Legislative Office Building during Donate Life Month in April. Winners will receive a $100 gift card and will be recognized at a press conference to be held on March 31 in Albany. For more information on this opportunity, please see the link here.

The United Way Of The Southern  Tier's Diaper Drive

FROM THE UNITED WAY:  The United Way of the Southern Tier invites the community to help families in need throughout Chemung and Steuben counties by participating in the 2026 Diaper Drive.
On average, a baby will go through about 2,200 diapers in their first year at an average cost of $500. Diapers are not covered by WIC or SNAP benefits. In addition to diapers, local families also need other items including wipes, formula, and food. Items being sought for the United Way Diaper Drive include:
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Diapers (Sizes 4, 5, 6, 7)
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Pull-Ups (Sizes 3T-4T, 4T-5T, 5T-6T)
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Overnight Diapers
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Baby Wipes
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Plastic Sippy Cups
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Baby Formula
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Baby Food
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Baby Cereal
3 ways to help:
1)
Shop United Way’s Amazon wish list. Items will be shipped to United Way of the Southern Tier.
2)
Buy local and drop off donations at the following locations:
Bath:
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Simmons-Rockwell Chevy GMC Showroom, 7327 State Route 54: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday.
Corning:
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Corning Credit Union, One Credit Union Plaza: 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Monday-Friday.
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Corning YMCA, 127 Center Way: 5:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Friday; 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday.
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United Way of the Southern Tier, 1 W. Market St., Suite 202, (second floor): 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Elmira:
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YWCA of Elmira, 211 Lake St.: 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Hornell:
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Hornell Public Library, 64 Genesee St:, Noon-7 p.m. Monday, Tuesday & Thursday; 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Wednesday; 1-5 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday.
3)
Purchase items online and ship them to:
United Way of the Southern Tier
1 W. Market St., Suite 202 Corning, NY 14830
The drive ends on Wednesday, April 15. Items will be distributed to programs in Chemung and Steuben counties that serve young families. If your family needs help, please call the 211 Helpline: Dial 2-1-1 or 800-346-2211.

Possibility For Minor Flooding This Evening And Tonight
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central New York and
northeast Pennsylvania.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

There will be an increased risk for minor flooding today, including
from potential isolated ice jams.

Also, isolated thunderstorms are possible this afternoon into
this evening. A few storms this afternoon could become strong to
severe and produce damaging wind gusts.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Sunday through Friday.

The potential for minor river flooding from rain, snow melt and
isolated ice jams continues through Monday.

Helping First Responders In Steuben County

The Steuben County Legislature’s Administration Committee meets on Tuesday.  On the agenda, working to get an exemption for surviving spouses of volunteer firefighters or volunteer ambulance workers killed in the line of duty.

Big Union Rally In Albany On Sunday

The AFLCIO and the national teachers union and others, will be protesting outside the state capital in Albany tomorrow from Noon till two.  Thousands of teachers and firefighters are expected there to protest the state pension program’s Tier 6.  Unions say that those who work on the Tier 6 plan have to pay more into their pensions and cannot retire at age 55 like others do, but they say, the Tier 6 employees have to work until they’re 63 years old. 

Steuben County Jail Is Praised By A Computer Company

Law enforcement computer company Black Creek Integrated Systems says, the Steuben County Jail is a case study in how to run a jail properly.  Black Creek quotes Steuben County Captain Justin Mills as saying, the jail employees have the ability to see what’s currently happening, as well as going back and reviewing videos.  Captain Mills also says having computerized records is much easier to deal with than the old way of having to deal with paperwork.

Several Upcoming Races On March 18

Village Election Day is March 18.   Bath Village Mayor Mike Sweet and Bath Village trustees Melonie Coots and Jim Spencer are all running on the Republican line.  No word yet from the Democrats, on if they have any candidates running his time in Bath.  In Hammondsport, Democrats Jason McCloud and Deborah Lynch are running for Village trustee seats.  In Savona, Village Trustee Democrat Jessica Stevens is seeking reelection and Democrat Duane Basch is also running for the Chris McCann trustee seat.  They say that McCann is not seeking reelection.  We’ll be covering more villages, the closer we get to March 18. 

A Corning Woman Faces Welfare Charges

From The Sheriff's Dept:  Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard reports that on March 3, 2026, Investigators of the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office arrested Nadeen Gauby, age 26, of Martin Hill Road in Corning New York. It is alleged that from 08/21/2025 to 02/28/26, Ms. Gauby offered a false instrument for filing to the Steuben County Department of Social Services and received benefits from the Steuben County Department of Social Services in the amount of $4,240.00, that she was not eligible to receive. Ms. Gauby is charged with Offering a False Instrument for Filing in the First Degree, a class E Felony, Welfare Fraud in the Third Degree, a class D Felony, Falsifying Business Records in the First Degree, a class E Felony and Grand Larceny in the Third Degree, a class D Felony. Ms. Gauby was arraigned in the Centralized Arraignment Court and released.

Sheriff Allard thanks the Steuben County Department of Social Services Fraud and Legal Affairs Unit, and the District Attorney’s Office for their assistance in this investigation.

Steuben County Announces Closure and Reconstruction of Magee Road Bridge in Town of Hornellsville

Steuben County Commissioner of Public Works Eric Rose has announced the upcoming closure and reconstruction of the county bridge located on Magee Road over the Canisteo River in the Town of Hornellsville.

Beginning March 16, 2026, the bridge between County Route 29 and Dineen Road will be closed to all through traffic for approximately 10 weeks to allow for a full bridge replacement project.

The structure, identified as Bridge No. 17-28-01 (BIN 2217170), will be rebuilt with new concrete abutments and concrete deck beams to ensure long-term safety, reliability, and improved infrastructure for county residents.

There will be no on-site detour during the closure. Motorists are advised to plan alternate routes in advance and allow additional travel time. Emergency services, local schools, and affected agencies have been notified.

“This project represents our continued commitment to maintaining and improving critical infrastructure throughout Steuben County,” said Commissioner Rose. “While we understand closures can be inconvenient, this investment will provide a safer and more durable crossing for residents and travelers for many years to come.”

Steuben County appreciates the public’s patience and cooperation during construction.

What Happens Next, With The Gunlocke Facility

Two months ago, Gunlocke announced that they will be shutting down their Wayland facility in 2027.  So what will happen to it after that?  According to Steuben County IDA Director Jamie Johnson, there are already plans for a real estate company called J.L.L. to promote the sale of the Gunlocke manufacturing site.  

Ready for Summer? Take a safe boating course.

The Steuben County Sheriff's Office Navigation Division is hosting a FREE one-day New York State Boaters Safety Course this Saturday, March 7, 2026 and there are still open seats available!

The class will be held from 8:00am to 5:00pm at the Steuben County Sheriff's Office, 7007 Rumsey Street Ext., Bath , NY 14810. You must be at least 10 years old to attend and must pass a written test at the end of the session. Seating for the class is limited to 30 persons and pre-registration is required. There is no charge for the course. New York State however charges a fee of $10 for the boater's certificate which does not expire.

To sign up for the class complete the online registration at: Click Here - https://www.register-ed.com/events/view/241862

Taking A Look At Some Upcoming Village Races

Village Elections are coming up on Wednesday, March 18.  There will be village elections in Hammondsport, where Democrats Jason McCloud and Deborah Lynch are running for trustee seats.  In Savona, there are two trustee seats open: Democrat Jessica Stevens is seeking reelection and Democrat Duane Basch is also running for the Chris McCann seat.  McCann is not seeking reelection.  We will have more coverage on other village races, as we get closer to Election Day. 

America 250 Is Slated For Labor Day Weekend In Bath

America is celebrating their 250^th anniversary this year and Steuben County is joining in.  County Historian Griffin Bates says, there are plans for an event on Labor Day Weekend.  There will be patriotic music, Revolutionary War Reenactors and other displays.  It’s called America 250 and it will be on Pulteney Square in Bath  on September 5. 

A New Office Location For The United Way

The United Way of the Southern Tier has moved their office to the second floor of the Baron Steuben Building in Centerway Square at 1 West Market Street in Corning, above the Old World Cafe.  The United Way’s Office is open from 9pm-4pm weekdays and parking is available on Market Street and surrounding areas.   

The Circus Is Coming To Bradford This Evening

Bradford Central School officials say, the Billy Martin, Cole Brothers Circus coming to the school today to perform at 630pm.  As such, the Bobcats Program was cancelled for today and the Bradford Central School Fitness Center will be closed today. 

NYSEG Is Holding A Meeting Thursday In Corning

New York State Electric And Gas is having a community meeting on Thursday at the Corning American Legion, from 4pm – 7pm.  If you have questions about your bill or want to find out about assistance programs, this would be a good meeting to attend.  

The Steuben Co Sheriff's Dept Is Hiring Deputies

From Sheriff Jim Allard:  Interested in serving and protecting our community? The Deputy Sheriff Exam has been announced!

For more details on the Deputy Sheriff exam - including residency and special requirements, exam information, and the application process click here ---> https://www.steubencountyny.gov/DocumentCenter/View/8666/Deputy-Sheriff-?bidId=

To download the application form click here ---> https://www.steubencountyny.gov/.../Employment...

If you meet the requirements, don't wait - apply today and take the first step toward a rewarding career in law enforcement!

Chemung County Sheriff Wants To Find This Suspect

The Chemung County Sheriff’s Department is looking for a suspect who claimed to work for Geek Squad and Best Buy.  This suspect is accused of scamming a senior citizen by taking money from that senior in exchange for doing computer work.  If you know anything about this incident, please contact the Chemung County Sheriff’s Office at 607 737 2933.

Village Election Day Is 14 Days Away

Village Election Day is coming up two weeks from today on Wednesday March 18.  Voting hours that day will be noon until nine. 

Wayland To Get $75K For Flood Prevention

Wayland Village Hall is getting $75,000 through the state's Storm Sewer System Mapping program, to perform a comprehensive stream corridor study of Mill Creek to address flooding and streambank erosion. The study will identify locations to improve streambank stabilization and repair failing culverts. 

Canisteo Gets Their Federal Emergency Management $

The FEMA money requested as a result of the August 2024 came in to Canisteo recently.  Canisteo Town Supervisor Joe Harrington is publicly thanking Assemblyman Joe Sempolinski (R, Canisteo) and Congressman Nick Langworthy (R, 23).

Accident  Tuesday Afternoon In Tuscarora

State Troopers are reporting that there was a tractor trailer accident at the intersection of Stead School Road and Gibson Road in Tuscarora.  That was yesterday afternoon in the 2:00 hour.  State Police say they cleared the roads in that area of traffic because it was so slippery there from the ice yesterday.

Gillibrand: This Book Is Well Worth Reading

US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand says, there is a new book out by a 9/11 volunteer first responder whom she knows, named John Feal.  Feal’s book is called “I Will Follow You Everywhere.”  It’s about how Feal went from being an injured  construction worker to an activist working to get health care for 9/11 survivors.

Local Men Charged For Allegedly Having Stolen Guns&Glass

From The Sheriff's Dept: Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard reports that on March 1, 2026, Deputies and Investigators of the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at a residence on Oldfield Court, Bath, New York, resulting from a burglary and theft of firearms investigation in the Town of Thurston.  The result of the search warrant was the recovery of five firearms and several pieces of allegedly stolen glassware.  The glassware had been previously reported as stolen to the New York State Police in a separate incident. 

Deputies arrested:

1. David W. Sullivan, age 39, reported homeless, of Bath, New York
2. Michael E. Ogden, age 35, of 101 Steuben Street, Addison, New York

Both were charged with Conspiracy in the Fourth Degree, a class E Felony, Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree, a class D Felony, Burglary in the Second Degree, a class C Felony, Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree, a class E Felony and Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the Fourth Degree, a class E Felony.  

3. Alec L. Bowen, age 31, of East William Street Ext, Bath, New York.

Mr. Bowen was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree, a class D Felony, Burglary in the Second Degree, a class C Felony, Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree, a class E Felony and Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the Fourth Degree, a class E Felony.

Mr. Sullivan, Mr. Ogden and Mr. Bowen were arraigned in the Centralized Arraignment Court. Mr. Sullivan and Mr. Bowen were held in lieu of $5,000 bail.  Mr. Ogden was held without bail. 

Sheriff Allard thanks the Village of Bath Police Department and the New York State Police for their assistance in this investigation and arrest.

A Bridge Closing For Work, Started Today In Campbell

Steuben County Department of Public Works Commissioner Eric Rose says the bridge on County Road 4 over the Cohocton River, located between New York State Route 415 and Curtis Coopers Road in the Town of Campbell, is closed to all through traffic beginning March 2, 2026, and is expected to remain closed through November 2026.

Bridge No. 004-01 (BIN 3332800) will undergo a complete reconstruction, including the installation of new abutments and a new bridge deck. This project is part of the County’s continued commitment to maintaining safe and reliable infrastructure for residents and travelers.

There will not be an on-site detour at the bridge location. Motorists are advised to follow the posted detour route, which will utilize:

• New York State Route 415

• Curtis Coopers Road

• Smith Hill Road

Detour signage will be posted by the contractor prior to the closure date.

County Committee Meetings Were Held This Morning

The Steuben County Public Safety and Public Works Committee meetings are this morning.  Among other items on the agenda at the public safety meeting, Sheriff Jim Allard accepted a $40,000 grant from the state office of Mental Health.  

It Was 20 Years Ago, On March 1, 2006

Yesterday marked twenty years since the shooting death of State Police Officer Andrew Sperr.  Sperr was shot and killed on a street in Big Flats by a bank robber.  The suspect convicted in the case was Anthony Horton.  He was sentenced to life without parole.  Horton is now 53 years old and is still in Wende Correctional Facility in Erie County.

Four American Military Members Killed Over The Weekend 

Regarding the deaths of the four US military members who were killed in the middle east over this past weekend, Congresswoman Claudia Tenney says she wants to express her deepest condolences to the families of those killed as part of Operation Epic Fury.  Tenney says as the mother of a marine, she understands the risks and sacrifices that military members and their families make.  Senator Chuck Schumer says he was devastated to learn of the deaths of the three US service members and that every American should be proud of their patriotism and sacrifice.

Composting Lecture Slated For March 19 In Canisteo

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Steuben County is giving a talk about composting.  The event is free and happening on March 19, from 4pm-5pm.  That will be at the Historical Society at 23 Main Street in Canisteo.