Update On The Charters Of Freedom

The Charters of Freedom project for Bath.  That’s the life size replicas of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights that are going to be put up in Pulteney Square.  Mayor Michael Sweet tells WVIN today that work on this will be over the summer and that the unveiling will likely be in October. 

Babysitting Training Being Given By The Dormann Library
The Dormann Library is thrilled to announce that we have received a grant from the Foundation for Southern Tier Libraries in order to offer the Red Cross babysitting course free of charge (normally $45) for 15 teenagers in our area. We are offering the 1-day course three different Saturdays at 10 am: July 13th, 20th and 27th. Due to the limited number of spots, anyone interested in this opportunity must fill out the application at the link below no later than June 30th. If you have any questions regarding the application, please call the library at 607-776-4613 and speak with Jami or Alicia.

https://forms.gle/KZtops7xUr4cDmCk9  

If you are interested please apply no later than 11:59pm on June 30th.  

Corning Community Professor To Do A Cornell Fellowship

Dr Jennifer O’Hara, who teaches at Corning Community College, has been selected to do a Cornell University fellowship.  Officials say O’Hara was chosen for her writing on international business law.     "Dr. O’Hara was chosen for her fellowship project on international business law, focusing on the law and ethics of the country of Chile and its rapidly emerging economy," Corning Community College officials stat ed.  "The goal of the project is to introduce an international unit to SUNY CCC’s business course offerings in the fall of 2025 to broaden students’ experience and perspective of global business concerns," say officials at Corning Community College.  "This project will allow for the introduction of a new unit of international law in the College’s introductory level Business Law I class, a course that is required for all business and accounting majors."  

O'Mara Stops By The Steuben County Town Of Cohocton

From Senator O'Mara: "Was in Cohocton earlier today to joint Lent Hill Dairy Farm and Ag-Grid Energy to help celebrate the partnership they have been building over the past few years and their onsite bio-digester showcasing cutting-edge technology for renewable energy and waste reduction. Congratulations!  This is an exciting milestone for Lent Hill Dairy Farm and Ag-Grid Energy. Their onsite bio-digester promises a bright future of producing clean renewable energy while reducing emissions and cutting landfill waste."  

Gillibrand: The Domestic Workers Bill of RIghts 

Democrat US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand says she’s working to pass the Domestic Workers Bill of Rights.  Gillibrand maintains, more needs to be done to get fair pay for housekeepers, caretakers and personal assistants.      "Domestic workers have been denied the basic protections that nearly all other workers have on the job," Gililbrand said.  " It's time to end that injustice."  

Three Meetings In One Evening - At Bath Haverling 

The Bath Board of Education will be having their reorganizational meeting coming up on Tuesday, at 5:30 p.m. in the Haverling High School Library.  Afterwards at 5:50pm Tuesday, the Bath Board Of Education will hold a public comment session about the school district's public safety plan.  Then, the regular BOE meeting will take place at 6:00pm.  All three of these meetings are slated for Tuesday evening at the Haverling High School LIbrary. 

More Graduations Are On The Agenda For This Weekend

Graduation is this evening, for Hammondsport Seniors.  Other graduations are happening at Canisteo-Greenwood and Arkport this evening.

Town Of Wheeler To Hold A Public Informational Meeting
The Wheeler Town Board will be holding a Public Information Meeting at the Wheeler Community Building on Fritz Hill Road on Monday July 1, at 6pm.  This is to get public comment on elected Highway Superintendents versus an Appointed Highway Superintendents.

ONTARIO CO TROOPERS LOOKING FOR A SUSPECT 

FROM NYSP:

On June 4, 2024, at approximately 1:50 p.m., the below individual attempted to cash a fraudulent $3500.00 check using a stolen New York State Drivers License at the Reliant Federal Credit Union in the town of Farmington, New York. A bank employee identified the check as fraudulent and recognized the license as stolen, which caused the individual to flee the establishment. The individual was captured on a nearby camera fleeing and entering the below vehicle.  

Anyone with information is asked to contact the New York State Police at 585-398-4100 or email crimetip@troopers.ny.gov

Five Hornell Police Officers Given Commendations  

Over in Hornell, five police officers were given medals for saving a woman’s life in March.  Hornell Police Chief Ted Murray says the five officers subdued a suspect with a knife who had stabbed a woman, and got the stabbing victim to the hospital.   

Langworthy Gives Tour Of US Capitol, To Avoca Residents

Republican Congressman Nick Langworthy says, a big thanks, to the constituents from Avoca, who showed up at his office in  Washington DC on Wednesday morning.  Langworthy says, the Avoca residents were there for a tour. 

Bike Ride To Raise Money For The United Way

Tour De Keuka.  The bicycle ride around Keuka Lake.  It’s happening Saturday August  3rd   and there are three rides: 45 miles, 60 miles or 100 miles.  The Tour De Keuka is being done to raise funds for the United Way.    Click here to sign up for the Tour De Keuka. 

Avoca's Summer Ag Fest 2024

The Avoca Summer Committee is having a Summer Ag Fest event.  That’ll be Sunday, August 25 from 12pm-3pm.  There will be a car/truck/motorcycle show, activities for kids, a chicken barbeque and bake sales. 

Primary Results From Tuesday Night

The winners of last night’s primary races are: for the Bath Town Clerk’s primary, Terra Thorpe.  For the Wheeler Town Board’s primary, Heather Trenchard.  In the Wheeler Town Highway Superintendent’s primary, Doug Towner.  In the new 24^th Congressional District, numerous media outlets are saying that Republican Congresswoman Claudia Tenney won the new 24^th congressional seat.  Also, Tenney won in Steuben County.  The Democrat candidate running in the new 24^th Congressional District will be, Dave Wickenhauser of Waterloo. 

From The Steuben County Board of Elections: 

All Precincts
Representative in Congress - 24th District (REP) (Vote for 1)
788 ballots (1 over voted ballots, 1 overvotes, 10 undervotes)
Claudia Tenney 434 ______
Mario Fratto 338 ______
Write-in 5 ______
Total 777 ______
Overvotes 1 ______
Undervotes 10 ______

Bath Town Clerk (REP) (Vote for 1)
483 ballots (1 over voted ballots, 1 overvotes, 0 undervotes)
Terra Thorpe 274 ______
Tara Muller 207 ______
Write-in 1 ______
Total 482 ______
Overvotes 1 ______
Undervotes 0 ______

Wheeler Town Council Member (REP) (Vote for 1)
135 ballots (0 over voted ballots, 0 overvotes, 2 undervotes)
Heather Trenchard 81 ______
Jonathan Coe 51 ______
Write-in 1 ______
Total 133 ______
Overvotes 0 ______
Undervotes 2 ______

Wheeler Highway Superintendent (REP) (Vote for 1)
135 ballots (0 over voted ballots, 0 overvotes, 2 undervotes)
Douglas E. Towner 87 ______
Richard J. Decker 46 ______
Write-in 0 ______
Total 133 ______
Overvotes 0 ______
Undervotes 2 ______
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Public Hearing Is Coming Up At Campbell Town Hall

The Town of Campbell will hold a public hearing on July 8, at 10:00 am at The Campbell Town Hall.  The Campbell Town Board will be hearing public comments about the Campbell Water System Improvements Project.  The Campbell Town Board at this hearing will also provide more info about the progress of the project.

Hochul: Free Fishing Weekend At The End oF This Month

Governor Kathy Hochul announced today that the June 29 and 30 is a free fishing weekend in New York State. During free fishing days, the fishing license requirement is waived for freshwater fishing on New York’s waters.

New Body Scanner For The Steuben County Jail In Bath

From Sheriff Jim Allard:  A new body scanner was installed at the jail yesterday. The AllTek84 Intercept® is the most advanced x-ray body scanning system for the detection of weapons, drugs, cell phones and other contraband in seconds. Patented technology allows the scanner to detect metallic and nonmetallic threats concealed under clothing and within body cavities in 3.8 seconds. The ultra-low dose x-ray scanning safely creates sharp, clear images. Bottom line, this new scanner will help us create a safer environment for the people who are housed or work inside our correctional facility.

Campbell-Savona Central SRO, Is Retiring 

FROM THE SHERIFF"S DEPT: Congratulations to Officer Dubois who is retiring as the School Resource Officer of Campbell-Savona Central School District! We wish Officer Dubois all the best in his future adventures and thank him for his dedicated service to Steuben County and the Campbell-Savona Central School District.

Tuesday, June 25, 2024, Primary Day Has Arrived 

It’s Republican Primary day.  Polls are open until 9pm tonight in the towns having a primary.  There are four GOP primaries in Steuben County: one for the congressional race, the other primaries are in Bath and Wheeler. 

Bath Town Clerk Primary Candidates

Terra Thorpe 

Tara Muller

Wheeler Town Board Primary Candidates

Heather Trenchard

Jonathan Coe

Wheeler Highway Superintendent Primary Candidates

Douglas E. Towner
Richard J. Decker

Voting in the congressional primary is in Avoca, Cohocton, Dansville, Prattsburgh, Pulteney, Wayland and Wheeler.  Also, all of Livingston County is in the new 24th congressional district too.  The candidates are GOP Congresswoman Claudia Tenney and Geneva businessman Republican Mario Fratto. 

LOCAL VOTING LOCATIONS FOR TODAYS PRIMARIES 

Town of Avoca
Avoca United Methodist Church
8593 Jacobs Ladder Dr, Avoca

Town of Bath Dist 1
Kanona Fire Dept
5931 Railroad Ave, Kanona

Town of Bath Dist 2
Municipal Bldg Savona
15 McCoy Street, Savona

Town of Bath Dist 3
Bath Baptist Church
14 Howell Street, Bath

Town of Bath Dist 4
Centenary United Methodist Church
3 W. Washington St, Bath

Town of Cohocton
Assembly of God Church
31 N. Dansville St, Cohocton

Town of Prattsburgh
Prattsburgh Fire Dept
15 Allis St, Prattsburgh

Town of Pulteney
Ross Memorial Library
9224 County Route 74, Pulteney

Town of Wayland Dist 1
Wayland Fire Station
14 E. Naples St, Wayland

Town of Wayland Dist 2
Perkinsville Fire Dept
1904 County Route 90, Perkinsville

Town of Wheeler
Wheeler Town Hall
6429 Gardner Rd, Bath

Allegany County Drowning Victim's Name Is Released

Last week we reported that a 15 year old male had drowned in a river in Allegany County.  Today, the Wellsville Regional News page reports that the name of the drowning victim has been released, his name was Richard Harvey Elliot, a 15 year old from the Allegany County Town of Belfast.

Cameras For The Bus Stop In Bath  - Woodhull Fire Update

Steuben County Legislative Chair Kelly Fitzpatrick says the Village of Bath is getting grants for about $12,000 total, to buy two cameras for the bus stop, just off of Liberty Street.  Fitzpatrick says that funding comes from the D.A.’s Traffic Diversion Program.  In other county news, the Steuben County Legislature yesterday authorized an agreement with Woodhull’s Fire District, so the county can use the Woodhull Fire District’s ambulance and equipment. Also yesterday, the county legislature accepted a grant for the Senior Companion Project.  It’s a $202,000 grant to pay workers to help senior citizens and the disabled. 

World Elder Abuse Day Is This Friday 

World Elder Abuse Day is this Friday, June 28th.  Steuben County’s Adult Protective Services and Office for the Aging inviting people to stop by their  information booth on that topic.  That’s from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM  Friday at the  Steuben County Office Building, 3 East Pulteney Square in Bath.

County Fair Officials - Have Your Birds Tested For The Fair

The Steuben County Fair is coming up once again this August.  County Fair officials say, they’re having a clinic on July 10th from 9am to 11am that day, for anyone who needs to have their poultry tested, for this year’s fair.  County Fair officials also say, please let them know if you’re going to attend the clinic, and how many birds you’ll want to have tested.    This year the Steuben County Fair will be held August 12th through August 18th. 

New Website With Helpful Information

There is a new website for the Finger Lakes region.  It’s called 211helpline.org and it’s got a lot of information on it about mental health, childhood obesity and other issues.  That website again is called 211helpline.org. 

Tomorrow Is Primary Day In Steuben County

Tomorrow is primary day, Tuesday June 25.  Polls are open tomorrow 6am-9pm in the towns having a primary.  There are four primaries: one for the congressional race, one for Bath Town Clerk, one for Wheeler Town Board and one for Wheeler Highway Superintendent.  Voting in the congressional primary is in Avoca, Cohocton, Dansville, Prattsburgh, Pulteney, Wayland and Wheeler.  The GOP candidates are Congresswoman Claudia Tenney and Geneva businessman Mario Fratto. 

Local Graduations Held This Past Weekend 

High school graduations were held over the weekend at Bath Haverling, Avoca, Prattsburgh and Campbell-Savona.  Graduation for Hammondsport is coming up this coming weekend.

Sheriff Reports Wellsville Man Accused Of Killing A Man In Woodhull On Saturday Morning 

From The Sheriff:  Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard reports that on June 22, 2024, Investigators of the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office arrested Bradly J. Maddalena, age 24, of County Road 18, Wellsville, New York, after an investigation of a reported fatal shooting.

On Saturday, June 22, at about 8:44am, a caller reported to Steuben 911 that he had been in an altercation with another person on County Route 101 in Woodhull, and fatally shot that person.  Deputies and Investigators responded and began an investigation into the fatal shooting of Wayne E. Mosher, age 57, of County Route 101, Woodhull, New York.   The Steuben County Evidence Collection Team processed multiple scenes over the course of the next 20 hours.  Investigators applied for and received multiple search warrants and conducted over a dozen interviews to gather all relevant information to reconstruct the incident.

It is alleged that Mr. Maddalena intentionally caused the death of Mr. Mosher by the use of a firearm.  Mr. Maddalena was charged with Murder in the Second Degree, a class A Felony.  Mr. Maddalena was arraigned in the Centralized Arraignment Court and remanded to the Steuben County Jail without bail.

Sheriff Allard thanks the Woodhull Volunteer Fire Department, the Steuben Emergency Management Office and the New York State Police for their assistance in this investigation.

Graduation Season Is Upon Us

Avoca Central – Tonight at 630pm

Bath Haverling - Tonight at 7:00pm

Prattsburgh - Tonight at 7:00pm.  

Campbell- Savona – Saturday June 22, at 10:00 am

Hammondsport – Friday, June 28 at 6pm

UPDATED 6:30AM National WX Service: Heat Advisory Goes Until Tonght At 8pm

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Binghamton NY
610 AM EDT Sat Jun 22 2024

NYZ022-023-025-222000-
/O.EXT.KBGM.HT.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-240623T0000Z/
Steuben-Schuyler-Tompkins-
Including the cities of Watkins Glen, Corning, Hornell, and
Ithaca
610 AM EDT Sat Jun 22 2024

...HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 98.

* WHERE...Schuyler, Steuben, and Tompkins Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
  illnesses.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Heat Advisory period has been shortened
  to remove Sunday, as an approaching cold front will bring some
  relief to the area.

Fratto's Fundraiser & Tenney's Trump Rally

The primary between Republican Congresswoman Claudia Tenney and her Ontario County opponent Republican Mario Fratto, is this coming Tuesday, June 25.  Tenney has had Ohio Republican Congressman Jim Jordan campaigning with her in Niagara County.  She also has a telephone rally with former President Donald Trump tonight at 6:30pm.  Voters across the district can dial in to join President Trump and Rep. Tenney by dialing #855-962-127, at 6:30PM.

Mario Fratto has been campaigning in Wayne, Genesee and Ontario Counties recently.   He also held a fundraiser on Wednesday night.  "What an incredible fundraiser we had last night in Geneva," Fratto said on his FB page. "150 people came out to support us and we hit our fundraising goal for our final push! Thank you all for the support, we are truly blessed," said Fratto.  

The new congressional district covers a lot of areas across the state.  Counties in the  new 24^th Congressional District are: Jefferson, Oswego, Wayne, Seneca, Ontario, Yates, Livingston and Orleans Counties.  Also the new 24^th will have the following Steuben County towns: Wayland, Dansvile, Cohocton, Avoca, Pulteney and Prattsburgh.  

Hochul And Gillibrand And Social Media Law

Democrat Governor Kathy Hochul signed a law yesterday to require social media companies to restrict what she calls addictive feeds, from teens under the age of 18.   The new law also requires social media companies to ask for proof of age. And it would make it so teens cannot get notifications from social media feeds, between midnight and 6am.  In a somewhat related story, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand says she supports the US Surgeon General’s idea of having tobacco style warnings for the youths who go on social media. 

Several Hundred Outages In The County This Morning

As of this posting at 10:03am, there are over 200 outages being reported by NYSEG in the Town of Pulteney.  Also, hundreds of NYSEG customers in Canisteo, both town and village residents, lost power this morning.  The Canisteo outages lasted for almost 90 minutes.  The power went out in Canisteo at about 4:58am.  It was restored in Canisteo at about 6:20am.

National Wx Service: Heat Advisory Until 8PM Friday

.HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values 95 to 100 degrees.

* WHERE...In New York, Steuben, Schuyler, Chemung, Tompkins,
  Tioga, Broome and Sullivan counties. In Pennsylvania,
  Bradford, Susquehanna, Northern Wayne, Wyoming, Lackawanna,
  Luzerne, Pike and Southern Wayne counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
  illnesses to occur.

Addison Man Charged After Alleged Incident  On Tuesday

From The Sheriff:  Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard reports that on June 18, 2024, Deputies of the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office arrested Joseph W. Hannacker, Jr., age 29, of Colwell Street, Addison, New York, after an investigation of reported trespass and fight in the Village of Addison.  It is alleged that Mr. Hannacker entered or remained without license or privilege in a premise with the intent to commit a crime.  It is further alleged that Mr. Hannacker intentionally caused physical injury to another person and endangered a child.  Mr. Hannacker was charged with Burglary in the Third Degree, a Class D Felony, Assault in the Third Degree and Endangering the Welfare of a Child.  Mr. Hannacker was arraigned in the Centralized Arraignment Court and released.

The New Steuben County Sheriff's Dept Educational Trailer

Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard announces that the county has finished putting together the “Emilee’s Challenge” educational trailer.  This trailer is both an actual mobile home style trailer, inside of it there are as well auto parts from local fatal car accidents. There are also several videos running which show actual fatal accident scenes and video testimonials of family members talking about losing their relatives in accidents.  One of those whose testimonials is in the videos, is Kim Clark, the county sheriff's department dispatcher, whose daughter Emilee was killed in a car accident in 2019.

Tipping Fees Going Up At Landfill And Transfer Stations

County officials in Bath say that tipping fees at the Steuben County landfill and its transfer stations will increase beginning July 1.  This applies to private individuals, businesses, industry, commercial haulers and local political subdivisions within Steuben County.  

Day #2 Of Free Admission To State Parks In New York State

Yesterday, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that admission to all New York State Parks was free, to help New Yorkers beat the heat this week.  “Extreme heat can be dangerous for New Yorkers, and I’m doing everything I can to help families stay safe and cool this week,” Governor Hochul said. “I encourage everyone to take advantage of free and early admission to our world class beaches, pools and other State Park sites to beat the heat as we expect record temperatures across the state.”

New York State Parks Commissioner Pro Tempore Randy Simons said, “We are excited to support Governor Hochul’s efforts to help New Yorkers find safe and affordable places to cool off during this week of extreme heat. From Jones Beach on Long Island to Allegany State Park in Western New York, our state park system offers exceptional places to relax in the outdoors. So take a break from this heat by cooling off at one of our incredible beaches or simply relaxing in the shade of our parks.”

Early Voting Is Going On, Here's The Local Info On That

Early voting started last Saturday for all June 25 primaries.  Early voting lasts through Sunday at 5pm.  You can vote at the Steuben County Annex building at 20 East Morris Street in Bath.  The Steuben Board of Elections Commissioners say the towns of Avoca, Cohocton, Dansville, Prattsburgh, Pulteney, Wayland and Wheeler are the areas which will be in 24th Congressional District starting in January, but voters in those towns can vote now in the 24^th congressional primary.  The candidates are GOP Congresswoman Claudia Tenney and Geneva Republican Mario Fratto.   Other primaries are in Bath and Wheeler: in Bath there’s that town clerk’s primary between Terra Thorpe and Tara Muller.  The Town of Wheeler’s town board primary is between Heather Trenchard and Jonathan Cole.  Also in Wheeler there is the Highway Superintendent’s primary between Douglas E. Towner and Richard J. Decker.

Bath Library Budget Passed In Tuesday June 18 Vote

There was a budget vote yesterday in Bath for the Dormann Library, the Dormann library budget passed, 92 to 27.

Schumer Gets Grants For Firefighters Nationwide

Democrat U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has introduced and gotten through, the Fire Grants and Safety Act.  It will get $750 million dollars to fire departments across the nation.  “Our firefighters are heroes, whether it’s the F.D.N.Y. or the volunteer firefighters in upstate New York,” Schumer said.

Canisteo And Allegany County Accident Victim Updates  

Yesterday we reported on a man who fell off a roof in Allegany County.  The sheriff there is now saying that it was a contract worker,  who was doing a job for Allegany County, who fell.  According to Allegany County Sheriff Scott Cicirello, the worker fell down a staircase leading to the roof of the building.  The latest is he was taken to Jones Memorial Hospital in Wellsville.   We also reported on a truck and pedestrian accident which happened on June 3, in the village of Canisteo.  We caught up with Steuben County D.A. Brooks Baker, who that the accident victim, a woman, is doing better, and that so far, there are no charges filed against the driver.     

Library Budget Voting Is Today Here In Bath

Officials with the Dormann Library in Bath say that voting is today from 12pm-8pm, at the library.  This is a budget vote.

Heat Advisory Starts At 12Noon Today (Goes Till Thurs 8pm)

New York State Governor Kathy Hochul says because of the extreme heat, the state emergency operations center has been activated.   And Steuben County Public Safety Director Tim Marshall says to use libraries as cooling centers, and that St Mary’s Church on East Morris Street is open today for a cooling center as well. 

Update On County Route 333 Construction Work

Steuben County Department of Public Works Commissioner Eric Rose says that part of County Route 333 in the Town of Campbell, will be down to one lane of traffic and that’s from June 24^th to July 3^rd, from 6 am to 6 pm on those days.  This is for milling and paving. On-street parking is prohibited during construction and traffic delays will happen.

Accidental Fall In Allegany County This Morning

Over in Allegany County in the 7am hour this morning, county officials there said that an Allegany County worker fell off the roof of the county building in Belmont.  The worker was said to be a male, and said to be unconscious after falling off the roof.  There was talk of flying him to Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. 

Court Update On Shoot Out Suspect Schoonover

Coming up on Thursday, Bath shooting suspect Larry Schoonover is in Steuben County Court for a pretrial appearance.   Schoonover is accused of firing gunshots at law enforcement on Roosevelt Avenue in Bath in August of last year.

Vietnam Vets Event in Cassadaga, Chautuaqua County

Republican Congressman Nick Langworthy says he’s having a Vietnam Veterans event, that will be in the Chautauqua County town of Cassadaga, Monday July 1 at 2pm.  To register to attend the event, please contact the congressman’s office 202 225 3161. 

 
Schumer And The Women's Reproductive Act

Democrat US Senate Majority Leader, Senator Chuck Schumer, says he’s pushing to get the Women’s Reproductive Act passed in the Senate.  "I just took the first step on the Senate floor to move forward on the Reproductive Freedom for Women Act. It affirms a woman’s right to choose and fights for reproductive freedoms. I want to thank @PattyMurray  and all my colleagues who cosponsored this bill."

STEUBEN COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICES - RE: THE HEAT

Wvin News caught up with Steuben County Public Safety/ Emergency Services Director Tim Marshall.  Marshall tells WVIN that he and the county Emergency Services Office are monitoring the weather and at this point, Marshall recommends the following:  Public Libraries can be used as Cooling Centers, as can St. Mary's Church on East Morris Street in Bath.  Another suggestion: lakes and ponds are good areasas to use for cooling.

Marshall says that St. Mary's is open from 10am-8pm Tuesday-Friday this week, for cooling center purposes.  Other advice from the County Public Safety Director: Stay out of the sun as much as possible, wear light clothing, drink plenty of water, don't over-exert yourself, avoid alcohol and caffiene (as those drinks tend to dehydrate).

Bath Mayor Sweet And Steuben Co Legislative Chair Fitzpatrick To Attend Groundbreaking Event, At 11am...

This morning in Bath there will be a ground breaking at Pulteney Square.  Crews are going to be putting up a life size replica of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and The Bill of Rights.  County officials say that the work on this will get going in July.

UPDATE: STATEMENT FROM CHARTERS OF FREEDOM

Construction on the Charters of Freedom setting is scheduled to commence in the upcoming weeks. Following the completion of construction, a dedication ceremony and gifting will be held, where the Charters of Freedom will be presented to the Citizens of Steuben County.

 

To date, 58 Charters of Freedom settings have been permanently placed in communities across the country by Foundation Forward, a 501 (c)(3) educational foundation created by Vance and Mary Jo Patterson of Burke County, North Carolina.  The inspiration to set up Foundation Forward followed their first visit to the National Archives to see the founding documents.

 

“Seeing something our founding fathers actually penned, and then seeing their signatures – Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, Rutledge, Wilson, and the others, I just got goosebumps.  And, then when we moved over and saw those first three words of The Constitution, ‘We The People’, I actually got a lump in my throat.  It was really an emotional experience,” Vance Patterson, Founder of Foundation Forward, said.  

 

The Pattersons now work to bring that emotional experience to communities across the country.  Foundation Forward’s mission is to install Charters of Freedom settings in easily accessible locations so communities can view these founding documents in a proper area without having to travel to Washington, D.C.  These settings will provide hands-on education in American History and Civics.  

 

“Imagine, if you will, school teachers bringing their 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade classes to their Charters of Freedom for annual field trips to learn a little about our founding fathers, the history surrounding the beginning of our country, and how government is meant to serve and protect ‘We The People,’” says Vance in his dedication speech.  This local access will also provide a place for Steuben County citizens to gather, celebrate, honor and reflect.  

 

Legacy Pavers and Donors’ Plates will be installed along with the Charters of Freedom setting for citizens to honor loved ones, active duty military or veterans, first responders, family members, or organizations.  These can be purchased through tax-deductible donations to Foundation Forward starting at $100 when you visit www.Chartersoffreedom.com or by contacting their office at 828-522-1400.

 

Community support for this project, in the form of donation, purchase of a Legacy Paver, or scheduling a speaking engagement with your school or civic group can be coordinated through Mike Unruh at 910-508-3165, or by visiting Foundation Forward’s website www.Chartersoffreedom.com.

 

Yates Co Accident Results In Injuries To Prattsburgh Man

The Yates County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a hit and run from Friday night in the Town of Italy.  The accident victim was 30 year old Joshua Presher of Prattsburgh, who suffered shoulder injuries and lacerations.  Officials are trying to find out who was driving a white GMC Sierra 3500 that’s said to have front end damage.  If you know anything about this, please call the Yates County Sheriff’s Department. 

Steuben County Is Bringing Back The Veggie Van

Steuben County officials say that from July 9-October 1^st the Steuben County Veggie Van will be out and about selling produce.  The Veggie Van will be in Bath Thursday afternoons from 1:00 to 3:00 at Lakeview Apartments on Geneva Street.

Military/Veterans Appreciation Event Next Weekend

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C-Corning) is reminding the community about the Military and Veterans appreciation event at Watkins Glen International (WGI) in conjunction with Sahlen’s Six Hours of the Glen on Sunday, June 23. The event will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Lot 5 parking area. All military personnel and veterans will be admitted into the facility free of charge, one guest will also be allowed into the facility. Military personnel will need to show their Military ID to receive their free admission. Veterans can show their DD214 or their discharge papers. This offer is for tickets to the race on Sunday, June 23 only. Please contact Madeleine Bush with questions or for more information at 1-607-535-3423 or mbush@nascar.com.

“Thank you to WGI for, once again, offering this wonderful gesture and opportunity to our veterans. Your generous, continued and unwavering support for our veterans over the years has been amazing. It's been a privilege for me to help promote this special event every year. Our active-duty military and veterans have done, and continue to do, so much to keep us safe and protect our freedoms. This is a nice way for us to say thank you to our nation's heroes. The bottom line is there are no words we can say or actions we can take that will do justice to the incredible debt we owe to all of our veterans. Thank you again to WGI and thank you to all of our military and veterans,” said Palmesano.

Horseheads Man Dies After Driving Into A Building 

The Chemung County Sheriff’s Department reports that a 61 year old man in Horseheads was driving a truck and apparently had a cardiac arrest and accidentally drove into the Interstate Battery Building there in Horseheads.   The driver, Michael Vargo, was found to be unresponsive and taken to Arnot Ogden and was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital.

Public Info Meeting In Two Weeks At Wheeler Town hall

The Wheeler Town Board will be holding a Public Information Meeting at the Wheeler Community Building on Fritz Hill Road on Monday July 1st, at 6pm.  The public hearing will be about: should the highway superintrendent’s job in Wheeler be an elected position or an appointed position? 

Gillibrand: Lets Return To The Old Way On Milk Prices

Democrat U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand who chairs a Senate Ag Committee on Livestock, Dairy, etc., is asking the USDA to get back to the Federal Milk Marketing Order system pricing.  According to the Jamestown Post Journal, Gillibrand says nationwide, farmers have lost over a billion dollars because of the changes to the milk pricing system.

Mario Fratto Vs. Claudia Tenney House Race Update

Congresswoman Claudia Tenney says the Republican’s version of National Defense Authorization Act gets rid of the military green new deal and abolishes D.E.I. in Department of Defense Schools.  Tenney’s opponent, Geneva Republican Mario Fratto, is campaigning in Oswego tomorrow.  Tenney and Fratto are up for a vote in a primary on June 25^th in the new 24^th congressional district, which includes the northern part of Steuben County. 

D.A. Brooks Baker Wants Sticker Store Law Passed

Steuben County District Attorney Brooks Baker wants the county legislature to pass the legislation that the county D.A.’s office and the county sheriff’s department came up with, to shut down marijuana sticker stores.  "The proposed law is based on a local law that's being used currently in New York Citym," Baker said this morning.  "They've had tremendous success,  they've found that these stores make millions of dollars, obviously those stores have a bigger population then we have here, but they shut these stores down in New York City and that's our goal here and in Steuben County we need to get this local law passed," Baker stated.  

Tardis 5356: Local Students Building Robots!

Robotics teams.  They build robots.  And there is a robotics team made up of Corning area and other high school students, they’re called Tardis 5356.  They’ve won awards in Utica and Houston Texas.  This evening at 630 in Horseheads, State Senator Tom O’Mara and Assemblyman Phil Palmesano will be recognizing the youths who belong to Tardis 5356.  

Public Works Commish Rose: Work On Smith Hill Bridge
From Steuben County:  Work on the Smith Hill Road bridge replacement project in the Town of Erwin/Hamlet of Coopers Plains is on schedule, and on track to reopen in late November, according to Steuben County Public Works Commissioner Eric Rose.   Rose said crews have set up a detour, established a causeway to allow access mid-river to the Cohocton River and removed the existing bridge. New concrete abutments are in place and a mid-river pier has been built, he said.
Crews also have started riverbank armoring with heavy stone, Rose said.

Rose said the remaining work includes:

 *   Backfill abutments
 *   Finish armoring the riverbank
 *   Set bridge beams
 *   Pour concrete bridge deck
 *   Pave approaches on roadway
 *   Install new guiderail
 *   Landscaping
 *   Remove detour

The bridge crosses the Cohocton River between  Curtis Coopers and Dyke roads, with a completion date now set at Nov. 22.

Congresswoman Tenney:  Pardon  Trump/Dump Bragg

Republican Congresswoman Claudia Tenney is asking Governor Kathy Hochul to pardon Donald Trump and remove Alvin Bragg from his job as Manhattan District Attorney.  Tenney maintains that Bragg’s case was an abuse of power intended to prevent Trump from campaigning. 

Andrew Cuomo Wants The State To Help With Legal Bills From When He Was Still In Office In Albany 

Former Governor Andrew Cuomo is asking State Comptroller Tom Dinapoli to pay for the legal bills Cuomo had while defending himself in sexual harassment lawsuits.  That’s according to Empire Report New York and The Albany Times Union.

Bath Police: Serious Charges For A Howard Teenage Boy

The Bath Police Department arrested Tyler Evans, 19, of the Town of Howard.  Bath Police allege that Evans was creating child pornography and putting the images on the internet.  The charges against Tyler Evans are four counts of obscene sexual performance of a child and six counts of unlawful publication of an intimate image.  Police Chief Colin Taft says some of the alleged victims, were from Bath.  Tyler Evans was arraigned and released.  Bath Police say they will be assisted by the FBI to seek further charges.  Bath Police are thanking the Steuben County Sheriff’s Department and the State Police Computer Crime Unit for their assistance in this case.   

Early Voting Starts This Saturday For June 25 Primaries  Early voting is open every day for those nine days and that’s at the Steuben County Annex Building at 20 East Morris Street in Bath.  Hours are 9am-5pm every day but Tuesdays and Thursdays.  On Tuesdays and Thursdays early voting is noon until 8pm.  On Primary Day - June 25,  you should vote at your regular voting location (and that’s for only those towns having a primary).  

Here’s the list of primaries: there’s the congressional primary between Congresswoman Claudia Tenney and her GOP opponent Mario Fratto.  That’s in Avoca, Cohocton, Dansville, Prattsburgh, Pulteney, Wayland and Wheeler.  The other primaries are for: Bath Town Clerk, Wheeler Town Board and Wheeler Highway Superintendent. 

Schumer: GOP Might Want To Take Away IVF

Democrat US Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer says a Republican committee is pushing an agenda to ban invitro fertilization.  Schumer says the Senate Democrats will protect IVF.  "  Millions of Americans have the joy of children thanks to IVF.   This week, the Senate will vote on the Right to IVF Act."

Palmesano: WGI To Allow Military In Free On June 23

GOP Assemblyman Phil Palmesano says on Sunday, June 23^rat Watkins Glen International, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Lot 5 parking area. All military personnel and veterans will be admitted into the facility free of charge, and one guest will also be allowed into the facility. Military personnel will need to show their Military ID to receive their free admission. Veterans can show their DD214 or their discharge papers.

O'Mara And Palmesano Stop By Bath-Haverling High

State Senator Tom O’Mara (R,C-Big Flats) and Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C-Corning) visited Bath-Haverling High School yesterday, to pay tribute to the Girls Varsity Soccer Team that won the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) Class B championship last fall.   O’Mara and Palmesano joined the athletes, coaches, and school administrators and staff for a ceremony to present an official Legislative Resolution they sponsored, which was approved by the state Senate and Assembly, honoring the team’s victory in the Class B Girls Soccer championship on November 12, 2023 at Cortland High School. The team defeated Babylon in the title game by a score of 1-0. In a joint statement, O’Mara and Palmesano said, “Bath-Haverling High School has a proud history of athletic excellence, competition, and achievement. We appreciate this opportunity to congratulate and pay tribute to the Girls Varsity Soccer team and its first-ever state championship. It’s an opportunity to recognize and honor the dedication, excellence, hard work, and success of these remarkable student-athletes who help our school communities stand out. They represent inspiring stories and stand as a source of enormous pride to the entire Bath Central School District, as well as to their families and friends, the community at large, and our entire region.”

Reminder From Addison BOE About Thursdays Meet/Greet

The Addison School District is reminding Addison parents that there will be a meet and greet with the school superintendent candidates this Thursday from 6pm-7pm in the school cafeteria.  Addison Central School officials have been working to replace the late Joe Dioguardi, the superintendent who died on March 29. 

Two Towns Back Out Of A Wind Project In Steuben County

A representative from Invenergy Wind says Canisteo and Cameron are no longer on their wind map.  The reason: not enough landowners renewed their leases. "It was a critical loss of leases," the rep from Invenergy said Monday night.  He also noted that the remaining towns involved are Jasper Troupsburg Greenwood and West Union. 

Update On The 24th Congressional District Race 

Every state lawmaker in the 24^th Congressional District have endorsed Congresswoman Claudia Tenney in her race for re-election in the House.  "I served with Claudia in Albany and now work with her as a partner in government as our Congresswoman. I am grateful for the work she does on behalf of Upstate New Yorkers, and endorse her campaign so she can continue delivering conservative wins for us,” said Senator Tom O’Mara.   "I have known and worked closely with Claudia Tenney since we were elected to the NYS Assembly in 2010. Claudia has worked tirelessly to support New York families, seniors, farmers, small businesses and manufacturers by fighting to cut taxes and burdensome and costly regulations. In addition, Claudia has always made public safety an important and top priority through her efforts to fully support and fund local law enforcement and common sense criminal justice policies. Claudia is a true public servant and you can count on her to fight for you and to deliver conservative wins for her district. I wholeheartedly endorse my friend and partner in government, Congresswoman Claudia Tenney," said Assemblyman Phil Palmesano.

Tenney’s GOP opponent, Mario Fratto, was in Ontario County last night.   "It was standing room only in Canandaigua last night," Fratto said on Facebook this morning.  "Thank you for coming out everyone! We are going to win Ontario County even bigger this time around," Fratto stated on FB.   Tenney and Fratto are running against each other in the June 25^th primary in several towns in this part of Steuben County: that’s Avoca, Cohocton, Dansville, Prattsburgh, Pulteney, Wayland and Wheeler.  When January 2025 arrives, those towns will be a part  of the new 24th Congressional District.  

Lawsuit To Keep RFK Jr Off The Ballot In New York State

Empire Report New York and Gannett are reporting that a lawsuit was filed in Poughkeepsie New York, to keep Robert F Kennedy Jr off the ballot in New York State.  The lawsuit argues that Kennedy is claiming he lives in New York State but does not – they say he lives in California.

Two Local State Lawmakers Are In Bath This Morning

State Senator Tom O’Mara (R,C-Big Flats) and Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C-Corning) will visit Bath Haverling High School, to pay tribute to the Girls Varsity Soccer team for winning the Class B Girls Soccer championship last November. The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 11:30 a.m.

Virginia Car Chase Suspect Is Still Here In Bath

Officials say that Alyssa Venable is still being held in Steuben County Jail awaiting extradition to the state of Virginia where Venable is accused of killing three roommates.  Venable reportedly took off from state police in Allegany County Thursday night when they tried pulling her over.  Her car crashed into a bridge on 86 in Avoca after driving over spikes in the road.  

Livingston Co Man Still Being Held Hostage By The Taliban

Anna Corbett, the wife of Taliban hostage Ryan Corbett (of Dansville) says, Ryan has been held for 699 days now and is getting weaker and is in bad shape.  She also says she went to Quatar about three weeks ago and met with officials there, including the US Ambassador and she says he is very eager to get Ryan home.   Anna Corbett is encouraging people to contact Congressman Langworthy and Senators Schumer and Gillibrand to ask them to lobby President Biden and the State Dept to help get Ryan home.

Sheriff And Two Officials Take Part In Painted Post Parade

On Saturday, the Steuben County Sheriff's Office Honor Guard was at the 2024 Colonial Days Parade in Painted Post.  Honor Guard members included Sheriff Allard, Deputy Butler, and Sgt. Sciotti.

Rep. Nick Langworthy: The Military Construction Veterans Affairs And Related Agencies Appropriation Act 

From Congressman Nick Langworthy: "Last week, the House began the process of passing appropriations for Fiscal Year 2025, starting with the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act (H.R. 8580). Passing this bill was a major priority for me as it takes care of our military heroes both during and after their service, from ensuring safe housing for military families to ensuring our veterans have access to the care they deserve.  Most importantly, this bill will fully fund veterans’ benefits and healthcare programs. Our veterans have sacrificed so much for our nation, and it is our duty to ensure they receive the highest level of care and support. This bill reflects our unwavering commitment to honor their service by providing robust funding for veterans' healthcare programs. It ensures that our heroes have access to top-notch medical treatment, mental health services, and rehabilitation programs tailored to their unique needs. By investing in these critical areas, we are working to improve the overall quality of life for our veterans, ensuring their needs are met. This legislation is a testament to our dedication to fulfilling our promises to those who have bravely served our nation.

This legislation also fulfills our promises to active-duty servicemembers by ensuring their families are supported so they can focus on protecting and serving our nation. Too often, we hear reports of military housing failing to meet safety and quality standards — this legislation will provide for the maintenance and updating of current housing, as well as develop plans for new barracks and other housing. Additionally, it funds military construction projects to maintain military bases at home and abroad, bolstering our national security.

Additionally, this legislation would block President Biden’s woke Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Critical Race Theory (CRT) policies, which focus on identity politics and distract from our military’s core mission of national defense.

Chase Leads To Arrest Of A Murder Suspect From Virginia

Allegany County State Troopers tried pulling over a car last night in the 5:00 hour and the car took off.  The chase went into Steuben County and ended in the Avoca area after a tire deflation device popped the tires and the vehicle crashed. 23 year old Alyssa. Venable of Spotsylvania, Virginia, was taken into custody. She is said to be wanted there for three counts of second-degree murder and use of a firearm during the commission of a felony. Venable was taken to Strong Memorial Hospital by ambulance for non-life-threatening injuries. The New York State Police say extradition arrangements will be forthcoming.

Bath PD: Almost 100 Counterfiet Nike Snearkers Seized 

The Bath Police Department reports that yesterday they seized 93 pairs of counterfeit Nike sneakers from a business located at 29 Liberty St along with other fake Nike products.  Bath Police say that based on prices the store was selling the counterfeit items for, the amount in question was over $14,000.

Historical Society Walk, Postponed Until Next Friday

The Steuben County Historical Society says due to a chance of rain this afternoon, the free Hammondsport historic walk, has been postponed until 4pm next Friday, June 14

Some Local Youth Sports To Be Reimbursed

Steuben County officials say, sports related activities that take place between January 1 and September 30, which are sponsored by municipalities and non-profits can get funding from the office of children and family services.  The funds are available through three separate programs: Youth Sports and Education Opportunity Funding, Youth Sports and Education Opportunity Infrastructure and Youth Team Sports. 

Wallace Fire Dept Holding An Anniversary Event

The Wallace Fire Department is celebrating their 75^th anniversary tomorrow by having a banquet at the Avoca American Legion.  That’s tomorrow 8 p.m. till Midnight at the Legion in Avoca.  The band, Southern Exit will be playing and the public is invited to attend.

Phillips Lighting Location, Cleanup Work Continues

Steuben County Industrial Development Agency Director Jamie Johnson tells our news department at WVIN, that the work going on at the old Phillips Lighting site in Bath, should be finished in the fall.  "Signify, which is the current version of Phillips Lighting, is still managing the cleanup of the site," Johnson said this morning.  "There is work underway right now to remove the cement slab and some of the asphalt, to perform final cleanup measures on soils underneath.  The hope is that they'll have that work completed by October," Johnson stated.  

Addison Central Closer To Choosing A New Superintendent

Addison Central School is having a meet and greet of the school superintendent candidate finalists.  That will be on Thursday of next week, June 13, 6pm-7pm in the school cafeteria.  Sadly, former Addison School Superintendent, Joe DioGuardi died March 29.

The Farm Tours Continue In Prattsburgh This Week

Hundreds of school children in Steuben County are visiting the Damin family dairy farm this week in Prattsburgh.   These farm tours are being put on by the Steuben County Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Agriculture in the Classroom program. 

Update On Arkport-Canaseraga's Boys Baseball Team 

The Arkport Canaseraga boys varsity baseball team is in the Class D semi-finals tomorrow.  Arkport Canaseraga’s in Binghamton, tomorrow afternoon, taking on Chapel Field Christian at 1pm. 

Police: Lots Of Meth Found Inside Dansville Car In Bath

Bath Village Police report finding a lot of Meth inside a car with three people from Dansville in it.  That was after a routine pullover for a minor traffic infraction.  David Burgess and Mary Cone, both of Dansville, were charged with 5^th degree criminal possession of a controlled substance.  Courtney Brooker of Dansville was charged with 7^th degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. 

Republican Primary Is Coming Up On June 25 In Steuben

Steuben County GOP Election Commissioner Vicky Olin says, there’s a  Primary coming up on Tuesday June 25.  There are four primaries: one for a Congressional race, one for Bath Town Clerk, one for Wheeler Town Board and one for Wheeler Highway Superintendent. 

The congressional primary is between GOP Congresswoman Claudia Tenney and Republican Mario Fratto.  The congressional primary is in Avoca, Cohocton, Dansville, Prattsburgh, Pulteney, Wayland and Wheeler. 

The Bath Town Clerk GOP Primary is between Terra Thorpe and Tara Muller. 

The Wheeler Town Board Primary is between Heather Trenchard & Jonathan Coe. 

The Wheeler Highway Superintendent’s primary is between Douglas Towner & Richard Decker. 

Polls are open from 6am until 9pm on June 25, in the towns having a primary.  Early Voting June 15 – June 23 and early voting will be only held at the Steuben County Annex Building in Bath. 

A Get Together In Hammondsport Has Been Called Off

The Hammondsport PTO & Class of 2025 will not be able to host the Glenn Curtiss Elementary Family Fun Night originally scheduled for tonight.  That’s according to Hammondsport school officials.

Getting Their Ducks In A Row - For November Voting 

Are you all set to vote in November?  The Steuben County board of elections says that all Registered voters should have received a blue card in the mail from the Steuben County Board of Election recently.  If you are registered to vote but did not receive a blue card in the mail, the Board of Elections suggests that you call their office so they can get things straightened out.

Crazee Days In Canisteo - Tomorrow Through Saturday

Crazee Days in Canisteo.  That’s tomorrow Friday and Saturday.  Lots of yard sales and get  togethers and fun, are on the agenda, for this year’s Crazee Days. 

Hornell's Summer Team Is Back - Home Opener Is Thurs

The Hornell Steamers home opener is tomorrow night at 7:00 at Maple City Park in Hornell.  The Steamers will be taking on Horseheads.

Allard: Goats Injured By Loose Dogs In The Town of Caton

From The Sheriff:   Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard reports that on June 3, 2024, Investigators of the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office arrested Christine S. Shepherd, age 51, of Sloan Road, Caton, New York, following an investigation of reported attacks upon livestock by two dogs running at large.  It is alleged that Ms. Shepherd did not follow a court order directing her to secure her dogs, and that the dogs then caused damage and injury to livestock in Caton.  Ms. Shepherd was charged with Criminal Contempt in the Second Degree, Reckless Endangerment of Property and Criminal Mischief in the Fourth Degree.  Ms. Shepherd was arraigned in the Centralized Arraignment Court and released.   (The Livestock Were Reportedly Goats) 

A Bad Accident In The Village Of Canisteo Last Night

There was an accident in Canisteo in the 9:00pm hour on Monday night.  Canisteo Police Sgt. Giglio tells us that a 38 year old Canisteo woman was hit by a truck and went under the truck.  That was on West Main Street in the Village of Canisteo.  There was no word on her condition at this point, though we do know she underwent surgery late last night/early this morning, at Strong Memorial Hospital.  The driver was not injured.  No charges at this point are being made, and the investigation continues.  Canisteo Police were assisted by Canisteo Ambulance, Hornell Fire/Ambulance and State Police.  Also the Steuben County Sheriff's Office handled reconstruction of the accident. 

Ontario County Man Charged After Yates Co Incident

The Yates County Sheriff’s Department reports that a 37 year old Ontario County man, is accused of displaying a knife and smashing the car window of, a driver in the Yates County Town of Potter.  The 29 year old is charged with 3^rd degree criminal mischief, 2^nd degree menacing and 2^nd degree harassment.

So Tier Small Biz Workshop In Watkins Glen Next Week

Officials from Senator Kirsten Gillibrand’s Office will be holding a small business workshop.  That’ll be Thursday of next week, June 13^th, 10:30am-12:30pm, at the Seneca Lakes Event Center in Watkins Glen.

Hammondsport Village Hall Relocation Update

Hammondsport residents: this reminder, Hammondsport Village Hall is closed until Monday June 10.  When it reopens on Monday, it’ll be at a new location: 80 Shether Street in Hammondsport.

OSHA New Fire Dept Regulations - To Go In Effect In July

The Occupational Safety And Health Administration.  Steuben County Public Safety Director Tim Marshall says OSHA is coming up with a new list of rules , requiring volunteer firefighters to do over an additional hundred hours of training out of state.  Marshall also says there are all kinds of new rules from OSHA about equipment upkeep.  There are reportedly new regulations about having two sets of firefighter turnout gear, in case there are two house fires in one day.  Steuben County might be sending resolution to OSHA, asking for them to hold off on these new regulations, which are reportedly slated to go into effect in July.  Word is that fire coordinators across the state are pushing back against the new regulations.

Crazee Days 2024 In Canisteo Is This Weekend 

Crazee Days in Canisteo is this Thursday, Friday and Saturday.  That’s store sales and yard sales in Canisteo.  Thursday and Friday Noon to Sunset.  Saturday it starts at 9:30am. 

Congressman Langworthy's Saturday Visit To Bath 

Congressman Nick Langworthy says he had a great time when he stopped by the Steuben County Dairy Festival Saturday.  Langworthy says the festival showcased the best of what our dairy community has to offer, from delicious products to educational exhibits. The GOP congressman also says it was great to see families and local businesses come together to celebrate and support dairy farmers. 

Another Mock DWI Event For Students Was Held Late Last Week - This Demonstration Was Put On In Cohocton

FROM SHERIFF JIM ALLARD:   On Thursday, May 30 several members of the Steuben County Sheriff's Office participated in an interagency D.W.I Mock Drill for the Wayland-Cohocton Senior Class of 2024. The event took place on Mill Street in the Town of Cohocton where the students gathered to watch as multiple agencies mocked out a two-vehicle head on crash. The objective of a mock crash event is to educate young adults about the tragedy of traffic crashes - and to reinforce the importance of using seat belts, paying attention behind the wheel, and to show the consequences of drunk or impaired by drugs. During this event, Steuben County District Attorney, Brooks Baker narrated the scene as the mock crash took place and responding agencies arrived. His narration included actions of law enforcement as they performed a mock arrest of the driver, life saving actions of responding medical and rescue agencies as well as the possible legal processes that may result from events of this kind.

After the the mock crash, SCSO Inv. Dean Swan, a previous DRE Deputy spoke to students about the laws of Drinking and Driving, and Drugs and Driving. Kim Clark, SCSO Dispatcher/DWI - VIP Speaker/Defensive Driving Instructor) spoke to students about making good driving choices and her own personal experience with the loss of her oldest daughter, Emilee in a fatal car. SCSO Inv. Ellison, Charlie Chick (DWI - VIP Speaker), and Kim Clark assisted with SIDNE - Impaired Driving Simulator Vehicle drills that allow students to experience first hand how it feels to drive under the influence of .08 BAC, .15-.25 BAC, and marijuana use.

Thank you to all agencies that participated in the event including, Cohocton Fire/EMS, Wayland-Springwater EMS, AMR, Emergency Services of Steuben County, First Net, NYSP, SCSO, Steuben County DA, Cohocton Police Department, and Wayland Police Department. A very special thanks to Michele Curtain, Event Coordinator/VIP Speaker/Teacher at Wayland Cohocton School for all she does to put this event together.

Our goal of a mock crash event is to reduce crashes, injuries and deaths involving younger drivers and their passengers by using visuals to demonstrate real-life consequences, if even one life can be saved our efforts will be a success.