Linda K. Panter, 75, Hornell
Linda K. Panter – 75 – of 46 Pine St., Hornell, died Thursday morning (February 19, 2026) at her home, following a long illness. Born in Hornell on October 26, […]
Category: News
O’Mara Column: Why isn’t NY serious about fighting fraud and waste?
Empire Center: Medicaid spending up 60% since 2022 A weekly COLUMN by NY State Senator Tom O’Mara It’s no surprise that the focus at the highest levels of government in […]
Sad News: Wellsville icon James Raptis has passed away at age 95
Raptis, pictured with wife Demi, was a true “pillar” of Wellsville NY, a former Allegany County Chairman, and owner of the famous Texas Hot The Raptis family announced the passing […]
OP-ED: EMS and ambulance services under threat by proposed reimbursement changes
New York State Proposed Cut of Medicaid and Medicare Crossover Payments Threatens EMS and Ambulance Viability Thomas C. Coyle, Chairman United New York Ambulance Network There is a looming crisis […]
Mary Katharine Waters, 87, Whitesville
Mary Katharine Waters, 87, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Thursday (February, 19, 2026) at Wellsville Manor Care Center, surrounded by family following a lengthy illness. […]
Steuben County Democrats endorse Aaron Gies for Congress
From the SCDC, pictured is Gies At a meeting of the Full County Democratic Committee held in Bath, New York on Thursday February 19,2026. The committee voted to endorse Aaron […]
Reaction to US Supreme Court tariff ruling from NY elected officials and candidates
Langworthy, Hochul, King, and Gies make statements after court decision against the Trump Administration By Andrew Harris A long awaited Supreme Court 6-3 decision has been announced that, according to […]
FEDS: East Aurora child predator sentenced to 108 months in prison
“Thankfully, this defendant was unsuccessful in his attempts but let this serve as a reminder of how important it is for adults and minors to be vigilant online.” From the […]
Internship with Alfred Police helps bring classroom lessons to life
Pictured: Future Police Officer Evelissa Zayas completed an internship with the Village of Alfred Police Department From Alfred State College, Alfred State criminal justice major Evelissa Zayas gained important real-world […]
OP-ED: Powering Profits While New Yorkers Struggle to Keep the Lights
“We cannot choose darkness or heatstroke as a budgeting strategy” From Traci Allen, Campbell NY On I am a lifelong resident of New York. I work hard. I budget carefully. […]
Reflecting on 2025 – as we enter the ‘Year of The Fire Horse’
Remembering a year full of brushes with the unknown A COLUMN By Frederick Sinclair Ancient Chinese culture celebrates the 2026 Lunar New Year with a rare and special 60-year cycled […]
Swallow Hollow, a nature trail for everyone at the Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge
Diverse habitats for family friendly adventures! A rare “baby stroller friendly” nature trail Exploring the Western NY Wilds By Bob Confer Spring is a magical time to visit the Iroquois […]
Four Alfred State Archers reach podium at Indoor Nationals
Bullseye for Gow, Fagan, Winter, and Stanton at the USA Archery Indoor Nationals this weekend in Lancaster, PA From Alfred State College, The Alfred State Archery team delivered an exceptional […]
Stitched INK Unveils 2026 St. Patrick’s Day T-Shirt Collection
Stitched INK Unveils 2026 St. Patrick’s Day T-Shirt Collection Celebrating Community, Creativity, and a Little Irish Shenanigans From Stitched INK, Hornell, NY — February 13th, 2026 — Stitched INK, the […]
Hornell Area Humane Society and “Benny” need some help after extreme cruelty
We understand these photos are difficult to see, but unfortunately this is Benny’s reality From the Hornell Area Humane Society, *warning graphic picture Benny is the sweet boy pictured in […]