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The LPGA Tour today announced the return of The Classic to Corning, N.Y., marking the tournament’s first appearance in Western New York since 2009. Presented by The Classic marks a new chapter for one of the most beloved tournaments in LPGA history, reconnecting Corning, the Finger Lakes region, and the world’s best players. Corning served as presenting sponsor of the original tournament for 31 years, and the company’s renewed commitment comes as it celebrates its 175th anniversary in 2026. Lewis Steverson, Vice Chairman, Executive Vice President and Chief Legal & Administrative Officer at Corning, said: “As we celebrate Corning’s 175th anniversary this year, we mark…

Pennsylvania Asylum Township resident Sue Corie speaks during a Bradford County board meeting about data center construction and land use.Bradford County, Pennsylvania amended its land use regulations to include a framework for any proposed data centers in the area. Commissioners approved the amendment at a regular meeting earlier this month after hearing from residents. It was approved unanimously by all three county commissioners. The county amended its Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO) to include data centers. SALDOs are the most common way land is divided and developed in the commonwealth. Previous versions of the county’s SALDO do not include languag…

Here is an update to a story we had on the site prior to moving to new software. David is a former Elmira resident. ITHACA, N.Y. — After years of racist threats and harassment by her former neighbor, local Black farmer and educator Amanda David was awarded a $100,000 settlement in a federal civil rights case. The neighbor, Robert Whittaker Jr., of Brooktondale, had been convicted of a slew of charges — some classified as hate crimes — in a series of separate criminal cases that ultimately led to a year-long jail sentence in 2024. Over the course of several years, video footage and other evidence reviewed by The Ithaca Voice shows Whittaker shouted racist, sexist and ho…

Multiple counties in the Southern Tier were notified last week that they must end their 287(g) agreements with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in a letter from the Office of the Attorney General (OAG). The Office of Immigrant Trust (OIT), a new statewide bureau created within the attorney general’s office, sent letters to sheriff’s departments in Broome, Steuben, Otsego and Cattaraugus counties. Niagara County in Western New York and the Allegany Village Police Department were also notified by OIT. A new state law, the “Local Cops, Local Crimes Act,” prohibits these agreements. The statute was included in the 2027 state budget. Read the rest here.

“I like to say we keep it simple,” says Brett Brubaker, who, along with his siblings, parents, and uncle, Jack Brubaker, is one of the owners of Seneca Lodge in Watkins Glen. The rustic, rambling log cabin on Walnut Road opposite the south (upper) entrance to Watkins Glen State Park evokes simple, solid, relaxation. But behind the scenes, it houses a hive of activity including the business office, bar, dining rooms with enough space to seat about 200, kitchen, and brewery. Built in 1947—then rebuilt in 1948 after a devastating fire—it has the feel of a comfortable, earlier time. These days everything has become faster-paced. Brett says many first-timers stay at the Lodge …

Jim Guild had twenty-six years of experience running his retail store, Famous Brands, in Watkins Glen, when an older brick building he’d had his eye on for years opened up. “Everyone thought I was crazy to open up another store,” says Guild, an unassuming man whose quiet manner begins to give way to rising enthusiasm. “But in 2008, with gas prices at $4.28 a gallon, we’d had our best season ever!” Guild’s newest project is the Seneca Lake General Store, and even though it’s only four months old, its retro product line, pressed tin ceiling, and Havana’s Creamery—an old-fashioned ice cream counter and deli—take patrons back much further than that. “Our tag line is ‘Remember…

Former Bradford County District Attorney Chad Salsman is heading back to state prison. Salsman was sentenced to two months to five years on the charge of person not to possess a firearm. He was arrested by the state police following events where Salsman used a 22-caliber rifle to kill a pigeon in Wilmot Township. He was also convicted of the Unauthorized Practice of Law because he was trying to act as a lawyer by giving legal advice to inmates while housed at the Bradford County Correctional Facility, awaiting trial. Read the entire article here.

The New York State Police arrested 32 year old Daniel E. White of Bath following a child exploitation investigation conducted by the New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation, SP Bath and the Troop E Computer Crimes Unit. According to State Police, in April 2024, the New York State Police received information from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) related to the online sharing of child sexual abuse material through a social media platform. The investigation led investigators to a residence located in the town of Bath. On February 25, 2025, members of the New York State Police seized multiple electronic devices for forensic examina…

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Not many people have watched their face appear on a billboard in New York City’s Times Square or along Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles. For Waverly native Ryan Bronson, that has become reality. Bronson’s latest album, “Summer Never Lasts,” was released at midnight today on all music platforms, capping off what he described as a whirlwind week that included promotional campaigns placing his image before millions of people in two of the country’s most recognizable locations. “It was surreal,” Bronson said of seeing himself in Times Square. “It’s one of those moments where you realize the work you’ve put in over the years is starting to pay off.” Source

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On July 6, 2026, the New York State Police arrested a Bath woman following an investigation into the neglect of two cats that were left inside a residence in the village of Painted Post. At approximately 5:36 p.m., New York State Police responded to 109 Willow Circle after receiving a report that two cats had been abandoned inside a residence following the tenant's eviction several months earlier. Upon entering the residence with the property manager, Troopers located two cats hiding beneath a bed. The residence was found in unsanitary condition with animal feces throughout the home, no visible source of water, and excessive heat inside due to the lack of electrical servi…

The New York State Police are investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred early Sunday morning at the intersection of State Route 224 and State Route 13 in the town of Cayuta, Schuyler County. New York State Police report that on July 5, 2026, at approximately 4:58 a.m., State Police from Dundee and Montour Falls responded to a report of a serious personal injury motor vehicle crash at the intersection. The preliminary investigation determined that a 2023 Tesla, operated by a 25-year-old, was traveling northbound on State Route 224 when it failed to stop for a red traffic signal and entered the intersection. The Tesla was struck by an eastbound 2023 Dodge Ch…

ITHACA, N.Y — The Finger Lakes GrassRoots Festival of Music & Dance will soon descend upon the Village of Trumansburg. The annual festival will run from July 16 through July 19, bringing bands from around the world and thousands of attendees to the Trumansburg Fairgrounds for an event that’s been compared to a new-age Woodstock and a large family reunion. At GrassRoots anything can happen. Sometimes, sunrise after parties materialize creekside at nearby Rabbit Run. One could fall in love, crash land on a stranger’s campsite or end up dancing on stage with world-class musicians. The festival will bring back acts by the legendary blues artist Taj Mahal, the beloved Keit…

This week the town of Corning saw two resignations, one guilty felony plea and two emergency appointments to keep the town running. Republican Town Supervisor Jenniffer Mullen resigned Monday night in an email to the board. Deputy Town Supervisor Stuart Sammis resigned Tuesday afternoon in an email to the town board, just minutes after Mullen pleaded guilty in Steuben County court. Mullen—who also goes by the name Jenniffer Tuttle—pleaded guilty to a felony charge of offering a false instrument for filing in the first degree. She was arrested last June. Town Clerk Kathleen Morrow-Olmstead, a Democrat, was the person who found Mullen’s letter from the Department of Labor c…

SAYRE - Guthrie nurses will have expanded access to education, certifications and career development resources through the newly established C&N Nursing Professional Development Fund — made possible by a $50,000 commitment from Wellsboro-based C&N Bank. The fund will strengthen the nursing workforce by broadening access to certification programs and evidence-based educational opportunities. Scholarships and financial assistance will support individuals pursuing nursing degrees, while current nursing staff will benefit from expanded professional development resources. Supported initiatives will include speaker series, webinars, tutorials and other educational offer…

SAYRE — Union Pacific’s Big Boy 4014, the world’s largest operating steam locomotive, is expected to spend Thursday night in Sayre by the old train station on North Lehigh Avenue before making its way into Owego Friday morning for a public viewing. Though Thursday’s stop isn’t designated a public event, the train’s arrival is rumored to bring thousands of spectators into Sayre for the once-in-a-lifetime sight. This is the first time Big Boy has steamed across the Mississippi River and into the Ohio Valley since it was built in Schenectady, N.Y., and delivered to Union Pacific Railroad. wenty-five Big Boys were commissioned exclusively for Union Pacific, the first of which…

Steuben County placed a six-month moratorium on new permits for biosolids production and use last month. In 2023, Thurston became the first town in the state to ban the use of sewage sludge, also called biosolids, as fertilizer. Since then, town officials and residents have urgedcounty leadership to do the same on a much larger scale. The Steuben County moratorium passed on May 18 and is in place until November. Sewage sludge is a byproduct from wastewater treatment plants and is a combination of human and industrial waste. Read the rest here

This week, Amazon announced a multibillion-dollar agreement with Corning Incorporated, a leading manufacturer of advanced glass and fiber optic technology, to supply the optical fiber, cable, and connectivity solutions that power Amazon's expanding data center infrastructure across the United States. The investment will create 1,000 new, highly skilled jobs at Corning's manufacturing facilities across North Carolina, and support hundreds of additional construction jobs to expand Corning’s facilities. Through the agreement, Amazon will work with Corning on a new program that will expand its Fiber Optic Technician Training Program with Catawba Valley Community College to tr…

SAYRE - Guthrie Hospice Pennsylvania will host a free summer camp experience next week for children coping with the death of a loved one. Good Grief Day Camp allows children ages 6 through 18 opportunities to work through their feelings of loss. Through play, art, music and activities, the goal of this day camp experience is to help kids understand those feelings are normal, to celebrate the life of the person who has died and learn coping skills. The camp is supported by Guthrie Hospice and Bradford County Mental Health. Good Grief Day Camp runs June 16-18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Oasis Church, 1957 River Road in Wysox, Pa. Register a child for participation a…

The New York State Police in Painted Post arrested a Corning man following an investigation into a reported menacing incident in the town of Lindley. New York State Police say on June 2, 2026, at approximately 2:13 p.m., State Police from Painted Post responded to River Road in Lindley for a report of a dispute involving a weapon. The investigation determined that a verbal altercation occurred between family members. During the incident, the suspect allegedly displayed a hammer and threatened the victim, causing the victim to fear physical injury. Troopers recovered a metal hammer from the property and secured it as evidence. As a result of the investigation, 28 year o…

SAYRE — A transformational gift from Ken and Caroline Taylor will put three new ambulances on the road for Guthrie Emergency Medicine Services — including a state-of-the-art critical care unit built to deliver hospital-level care during patient transport in rural communities. The donation funds the purchase of one critical care ambulance and two traditional ambulances, expanding Guthrie's capacity to reach patients faster and provide the right level of care before they ever arrive at the hospital. A centerpiece of the investment is the critical care ambulance, which will serve as a mobile extension of hospital-level care. Staffed by a specialized clinical response team …

Jerfferson Starship will be bringing theri "Runaway Again" tour to Nichols NY this summer to play for a good cause. The band will appear August 20th at 8pm. Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster as well as the Tioga Downs gift shop. One hundred percent of the proceeds will go towards the Southern Tier Veterans Support Group. In addition casino owner Jeff Gural and his wife will match the amount raised by ticket sales. Jefferson Starship began in 1974 and has had a string of hits throughout the years such as "White Rabbit", "Sara" and the eighties smash hit, "We Built This City.

Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard reports that on May 22, 2026, Deputies of the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office arrested 69 year old James A. Byrnside of Hornby following an investigation of a loose dog which appeared to be malnourished. Sheriff Allard says three dogs were removed from the residence by the Hornby Dog Control Officer and the New York State Police to receive emergency treatment at an animal treatment center. Sheriff’s Office Investigators conducted an investigation into the alleged maltreatment of the animals. It is alleged that Byrnside failed to provide proper care or sustenance for three dogs at his residence. Byrnside was charged with three counts of …

WAVERLY — The restrooms at Waverly Glen are closed until further notice, and after that, may be locked outside of certain hours after costly vandalism took place sometime Monday. Mayor Keith Correll said the damage is pretty extensive, and it’s expected that it will be expensive to fix. “This is going to cost us a ton of money — they stuffed clothes down the toilets,” he said. “So, they have to snake the pipes all the way out, because anything could be stuck in there.” Correll said that the vandals also knocked toilet paper and soap dispensers down, and smeared human waste all over the facility. Source

According to the Schuyler County Sheriff's Department, on Monday at around 6:20 pm the Schuyler County Sheriff’s Dispatch Center received a call reporting a bomb threat with hostages at a residence on County Road 11 in Alpine. The Schuyler County Sheriff’s Office, New York State Police and Watkins Glen Police responded and quickly set up a perimeter, as a precaution some residences were requested to leave their home for their safety. A request for New York State Police Explosives Unit was made and once on scene it was quickly determined that there was no threat of explosives in the area. Investigation determined that the incident reported was false and the investigation …