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News | 1 hour ago CLOSE Elmira track, XC coach Ben Cardamone retires Ben Cardamone has retired from coaching after one of the most successful careers in Elmira high school history. 8 hours ago NY broadband bill vetoed after Cuomo declines to act The measure would have forced the state to report on broadband access, affordability and reliability in New York. News | 22 mins ago Snow totals after nor’easter hits Southern Tier Communities across the Southern Tier are expected to get more than a foot of snow by Wednesday morning, according to the National Weather Service. Public Safety | 1 hour ago GPS tracker leads to man who took Tom Reed sign A retired pastor of First Baptist Church in Painted Post was charged with petit larceny after being accused of stealing Tom Reed campaign signs. Local | 17 hours ago AOC says she survived sexual assault, compares Capitol riot trauma to it Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez described her experience during the Jan. 6 Capitol riot as traumatic in an at-times emotional Instagram Live video. Politics | 2 hours ago Meet WNY man behind viral Bills snow sculptures West Clarksville artist's Buffalo Bills tributes go viral, inspire pilgrimages from fans during AFC Championship run. Local | 9 hours ago FOR SUBSCRIBERS Amid COVID vaccine rollout, Gov. Andrew Cuomo criticized for micromanaging process Cuomo is under increasing scrutiny for his handling of the virus' spread in nursing homes last year and in recent weeks the rollout of the COVID vaccine. Albany | 22 hours ago Ithaca, Owego will play in IAC this winter Schools switch conferences to limit events for high school teams within their own counties during the COVID-19 pandemic. High School | 23 hours ago What did New Yorkers spend on in 2020? You may not be surprised Tax collections in New York fell 10% last year compared to 2019 due to the COVID-10 pandemic, but some spending soared: online shopping and alcohol. Albany | 2 hours ago COVID cases fell 10% over past week in New York. Here’s where New York reported 84,212 new cases of coronavirus in the week ending Sunday, down 9.6% in the previous week. News | 1 day ago Elmira homicide: Man shot during house party The Elmira Police Department said it's still investigating what sparked the argument before the deadly shooting. Public Safety | 2 days ago Erwin detour: Where you may need alternate route The bridge that crosses the Canisteo River opened in 1933 and will be getting a makeover that could be completed by October. Local | 4 days ago Coronavirus update: Here are the latest figures Updates as the coronavirus spreads through New York, and areas surrounding Elmira and Chemung County. Local | 8 hours ago View All Photos Nor’easter hits the Southern Tier: Snow photos 22 hours ago FOR SUBSCRIBERS Housing in NY: Buyers up while renters struggled Here's how the coronavirus affected housing in New York last year. Real Estate | 7 hours ago Upstate NY poison center calls up due to cleaners Pandemic influenced upstate poison center calls in 2020, with more calls related to bleach, hand sanitizer News | 7 hours ago A 9-year-old was pepper-sprayed by police. What should have happened instead? More patience, fewer people on scene and a personal connection with the person in crisis were some recommendations experts made for a different outcome. News | 6 hours ago Anti-Trump cards lead to store’s bad reviews Mockingbird Paperie stops selling anti-Trump merchandise after social media threats. Local | 17 hours ago Section 4 high school scoreboard for Jan. 29-31 Corning broke three relay records and got another record from diver Nick Jubilee in a win over Binghamton. High School | 21 hours ago How much snow will powerful nor’easter bring to your town? A powerful nor'easter may wallop parts of the state, with the Hudson Valley and New York City getting hit the hardest. Weather | 22 hours ago Groundhog Day is Feb. 2 and also every day in lockdown During the COVID pandemic, every day has been Groundhog Day Entertainment | 1 day ago Storm tracker: When will the snow stop falling? A winter storm is moving through the Southern Tier region with 12 to 18 inches of snow expected in some areas. Weather | 1 day ago Rochester body-cam video of 9-year-old girl getting handcuffed, pepper-sprayed released The incident happened Friday afternoon on Harris Street in the city. News | 1 day ago Recent Obituaries See more obituaries Search obituaries by name Search FOR SUBSCRIBERS Why AG report revealed NY nursing homes’ deep flaws A bombshell AG report ignited debate over nursing home COVID deaths shrouded in secrecy. But it also spotlighted a broken system. What to know Coronavirus | 1 day ago In 2020, Black trans people ‘confronted trauma in real time’ Events of 2020 caused the mental health of Black transgender people to "tank," a feeling that's not new for the community. Nation | 2 days ago Snow on the way: How much is expected to fall A winter storm is expected to move through the Southern Tier region with 6 to 12 inches of snow expected in some areas. Weather | 1 day ago Seneca South: Workplace thrives despite change Glen Copack Manufacturing adapts to changes, holiday lights winners announced, and Glenda Gephart bids farewell to the Seneca South column. News | 2 days ago Marketplace CARS JOBS HOMES APARTMENTS BUSINESS DIRECTORY Steuben active cases down for 2nd straight week Active cases at 320, down from 687 two weeks ago News | 3 days ago Wages boosted in new Corning Center contract Corning Center contract agreement will raise minimum rates for nursing staff, provide pension improvements and longevity bonuses. Local | 3 days ago Section 4 scoreboard for Thursday, January 28 Corning boys and girls bowling teams improve to 6-0 with wins over Binghamton. High School | 4 days ago NY gives green light to wedding receptions, NYC indoor dining Gov. Andrew Cuomo made the announcement Friday, continuing a week where he has rolled back COVID-19 restrictions. News | 4 days ago Cuomo on nursing home deaths: ‘Everyone did the best they could’ Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Friday said he feels the pain and sorrow of New Yorkers who lost loved ones in nursing homes after a critical report contended the state uncounted COVID-19 deaths in the facilities. Albany | 4 days ago New York likely to repeal ‘walking whil...