December Newsletter from the Sheriff James Allard
November was another busy and challenging month in the Sheriff’s Office From the Steuben County Sheriff, pictured Deputy Hedges, CO Audinwood, and Sgt Sciotti It’s a beautiful day in Steuben […]
Month: December 2025
Helen J. Persichilli, 81, Hornell
Helen J. Persichilli, 81, passed away Monday morning (Dec. 1, 2025) at her home on Cedar Street, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Hornell on Feb. 25, […]
City of Hornell to Host 3rd Annual Christmas at the Square Concert on December 13
Live holiday music, local vendors, lots of holiday cheer From City Hall, Hornell, NY — The City of Hornell is proud to announce the 3rd Annual Christmas at the Square Concert, scheduled for December 13 from 3:00 […]
Standing beside our elected representatives
Maintaining a connection to our government officials is the people’s duty A COLUMN By Frederick Sinclair Far too often we elect people to represent us and then send them off […]
Congressman Langworthy: Law to block NY Governor’s “gas ban” approved in committee
Energy Choice Act Clears Final Hurdle Before Heading to House Floor WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) announced today that his legislation, the Energy Choice Act, has passed out of the […]
Commendation Spotlight: McNelis, Logsdon, Kennedy complete “massive project”
Sheriff Allard salutes three for role in new countywide law enforcement records system work From the SCSO, For the past six months, Undersheriff McNelis, Lieutenant Logsdon and Lieutenant Kennedy have […]
Decorating the White House for Christmas with Abe Lincoln
Portville NY resident Christine Berardi goes to Washington for historic tree trimming By Christine Berardi, pictured in late November at the White House A dream came true for me this […]
Stefanik Signs Discharge Petition Forcing Vote on Banning Stock Trading for Members of Congress
“Bipartisan, commonsense, good governance” From the Office of Congresswoman Stefanik, WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY), Chair of House Republican Leadership, signed the discharge petition filed by Representative Anna Paulina […]
FEDS: Canandaigua man charged with threats of terror at Christmas Market
Due to threats against the Jewish community the annual tradition was cancelled From the US Attorney’s Office, ROCHESTER, N.Y. –U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that Michael J. Keitz, 56, […]
“Toys for Tots Fill the Patrol Car” and “Coats for Kids” Events coming to Steuben County December 6
Events at WalMart in Erwin and Hornell this Saturday From the SCSO, Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard reports that on Saturday, December 6, 2025, deputies will host the “Toys for […]
Hornell Area Humane Society appoints new Executive Director
Alexandra Morsman is “incredibly excited to be able to make a much larger impact” From the HAHS, Follow them on Facebook The Hornell Area Humane Society Board of Directors has […]
The Arc Allegany-Steuben Awarded $28,500 Grant from NYSARC Trust Services
Grant supports guardianship for people with disabilities in Allegany and Steuben Counties From the Arc Allegany-Steuben BATH, NY – The Arc Allegany-Steuben, a not-for-profit organization supporting people with disabilities in Allegany […]
The Dan Barkley Showcase comes to an end, but the memories and performances will last on
By Bill Collmer, Hornell Sun Senior Sports Writer Medieval English poet Geoffrey Chaucer coined the phrase,”All good things must come to an end.” And that is certainly the case with […]
New York Land Quest For Sale: Acreage in Seneca Lake Country
All Negotiations are DELAYED until December 5 at 3pm GALLERY: Five prime parcels of land in Seneca County Parcel 1: Excellent opportunity to own an affordable 4-acre lot along one […]
Tom O’Mara: Renewing the fight for more responsible government
Seven “critical shortcomings” that NYS must address in 2026 A weekly COLUMN by NY State Senator Tom O’Mara, Approaching a new legislative session in January, we unfortunately continue to face […]