On it goes in a Medicaid system where taxpayers don’t count
NYS has the highest cost of Medicaid per-resident in the United States A weekly COLUMN by NY State Senator Tom O’Mara, It’s no secret that Medicaid spending in New York […]
Ronald Allen, 89, Portville, former of Wellsville
Ronald L. ALLEN, 89, of Portville, NY, died Thursday, June 4, 2026, in Cuba Memorial Hospital, Cuba. Born August 4, 1936, in Wellsville, he was the son of Merle and […]
That’s not a tarantula
Introducing WNY’s biggest, nonvenomous spiders Exploring the Western New York Wilds By Bob Confer, pictured is the Wolf Spider photo from AMNH With summer weather upon us and people spending […]
Anthony “AJ” Fay, 38, Scottsville, formerly Wellsville
Anthony “AJ” FAY, 38, of Scottsville, NY, passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born August 12, 1987, in Wellsville, he […]
Shoot the Lights out Basketball Camp coming back to Avoca for 20th year
Camp is next month at Avoca Central School JULY 13 thru 17 by Bill Collmer, Hornell Sun Senior Sports Writer AVOCA-The popular Shoot the Lights out basketball camp will return […]
Connie Marie BRUHL, Scio, NY, 1958 – 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Connie Marie Bruhl, who left this world unexpectedly after a brief illness on May 31, 2026. Born on April 27, […]
NY State Police: Fatal crash in Yates County claims the life of 59-year old
The New York State Police in SP Dundee are investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred on June 5, 2026, in the town of Torrey, Yates County From the NYSP, […]
Barbara Savins, 76, Wellsville
Barbara V. SAVINS, 76, of Wellsville, NY, died Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Wellsville. Born November 17, 1949, in Bethesda, MD, she was the daughter of John and Elizabeth Whitbeck […]
College Opportunity for Young Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
R.I.S.E at Alfred State College opens the doors to higher education! From the Arc Allegany Steuben, WELLSVILLE, NY – Good news! There are exciting college possibilities for young adults with […]
Hornell Senior Mia Nasca wins the coveted James J. Dagon award
The awardee “displays…. above all, love and respect for all human beings” Pictured are Jim Dagon (girls varsity basketball coach & grandson of the late James J. Dagon), Mia Nasca, […]
A Golden Girl: Put Franklin D. Roosevelt on Mount Rushmore
FDR used high tech, the radio, to reach the public in the early ‘30s A OPINION By Kathryn Ross I’ve sat around for most of the last two days procrastinating […]
FBI Special Agent Randall Garver is the “2026 Hometown Hero”
Garver heads the Violent Crimes Against Children Squad From the U.S Attorney Michael DiGiacomo, pictured with Garver BUFFALO, N.Y.–U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that FBI Special Agent Randall Garver […]
New York Land Quest For Sale: Hornell property on the old Shawmut line
GALLERY: 28 acre property offering an excellent combination of buildability, recreation, and convenience. The property includes a nearly 2 acre level, cleared field with an ideal setting for a new […]
BIG BOY 4014 IS COMING TO HORNELL ON JUNE 11
Full event schedule: Food, Live Music, and more The Hornell Erie Railroad Museum will be centerstage for estimated 2pm arrival The legendary Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014 is currently […]
Catherine Davis continues her whimsical mural at the Dormann Library
Bath NY’s hometown library has new color and fun characters for kids By Janie Ferguson, I’d like to introduce you to Catherine Davis. You’ve seen her mural, and now you […]