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Troopers: Storage units, hunting cabins, homes, and vehicles all targeted in massive burglary investigation

New York State Police say an extensive investigation spanning several counties resulted in two arrests. The burglaries included storage units, hunting cabins, residences, and stolen vehicles. Adam Hosmer, 34, of Avoca was arrested for second-degree ... more
Hammondsport American Legion sandwich night and fish fry set for April

The Hammondsport community has an opportunity for a pair of great dinners coming up in April at the Hammondsport American Legion. On Friday, April 21st from 5-7 pm the Legion is hosting a a fish ... more
Hammondsport man accused of having sexual contact with victim under 13 for months

The Steuben County Sheriff's Office reports the arrest of a Hammondsport man following an investigation into sexual abuse against a child. Devin Ollis, 23, is accused of engaging in sexual conduct with a person less ... more
Steuben County Local History Awareness Week starts October 4
Transportation’s significant role in Steuben County will be spotlighted during Local HistoryAwareness Week from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. on October 4 through 8 at the Finger Lakes Boating Museum located at 8231 Pleasant Valley ... more
Seneca Lake underwater exploration talks in September

Nautical archaeologist Art Cohn will report on his continuing underwater explorations of Seneca Lake at illustrated talks in Hammondsport and Watkins Glen in late September. Cohn, an affiliated scholar of the Institute of Nautical Archaeology ... more
Hammondsport man arrested for burglary and robbery

A Hammondsport man was arrested following a reported break-in on July 27. According to a news release, the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office arrested Richard H. Rosenkrans, 64, of Hammondsport for burglary and robbery. It is ... more
One in custody after pursuit from Watkins Glen to Hammondsport

Police say a Corning man who led officers on a pursuit that started in Watkins Glen was taken into custody in Hammondsport. Semachiah Mcduffie, 27, of Corning was found to be in possession of a ... more
One arrested following pursuit in Steuben County

A Corning resident was arrested following a police chase. According to a news release, the Schuyler County Sheriff’s Office arrested Semachiah K. Mcduffie, 27, of Corning for criminal possession of a weapon, unlawfully fleeing a ... more
Five-year-old Weis Vineyards in Hammondsport named Winery of the Year at NY Wine Classic

Weis Vineyards tasting room Weis Vineyards in Hammondsport was named Winery of the Year at the New York Wine Classic, hosted Tuesday by the New York Wine and Grape Foundation. German-born winemaker finds success on ... more
Jimmy Fallon seen playing with local band at bar in Hammondsport

Jimmy Fallon was spotted in the Finger Lakes over the holiday weekend. The late-night TV legend was seen at Maloney's Pub in Hammondsport. He joined a local band there, playing with the band High Pines ... more
Hammondsport man cited following traffic stop

Police say a Hammondsport man was cited following a traffic stop. According to a news release, the Penn Yan Police Department ticketed Alexander Schroo, 22, of Hammondsport for unlicensed operation. Schroo was operating under a ... more
Proposed legislation would establish independent investigation into New York’s 15,000 COVID-related nursing home deaths

The New York State Senate Health Committee recently passed legislation that would allow a temporary, independent commission to investigate the roughly 15,000 COVID-related nursing home deaths that occurred in the state. The investigation would look ... more
Hammondsport man accused of raping victim under 15

A Hammondsport man was arrested on several charges over the weekend- including rape and sex abuse. On April 14, investigators arrested Jonathan Wells, 21, following an investigation. Wells is accused of engaging in sexual acts ... more
Two Finger Lakes businesses raise over $47K for Ukraine relief

Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery in Hammondsport and Staving Artist Woodwork in Penn Yan both donated some of their total sales to organizations aiding relief efforts in Ukraine. The philanthropic effort comes amid the ongoing Russian ... more
Hammondsport man charged with criminal contempt

Police report the arrest of a Hammondsport man. According to a news release, the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office arrested Frank J. Adams, 49, of Hammondsport following an investigation of a reported order of protection violation ... more
W-FL MONDAY: Waterloo pulls away late to beat Red Jacket

It was a very quiet Monday across the Wayne-Finger Lakes boys and girls basketball leagues as there were just two games. The Mynderse-Bloomfield boys game was postponed. Check out the scores below and Tuesday's slate ... more
Teen charged with rape, endangering welfare of child, but identity not released by sheriff’s office

The Steuben County Sheriff's Office reports the arrest of an 18-year-old on rape and endangering the welfare of a child charges after an investigation. Deputies and investigators arrested an 18-year-old male after a sexual assault ... more
OUR FINGER LAKES HISTORY: Hammondsport native Glenn H. Curtiss (podcast)

This episode deals with Glenn Hammond Curtiss who was born in Hammondsport, NY at the south end of Keuka Lake in the Finger Lakes. Curtiss became famous as a pioneer in motorcycling and as an ... more
Police: Hammondsport woman faces felony charges after drug arrest

Police say a Hammondsport woman was arrested after a superior court warrant after being indicted on drug charges. Chasity Schorpp, 34, was charged with criminal sale of a controlled substance and criminal possession of a ... more