Exploring the Western NY Wilds: Attracting orioles to your yard
By Bob Confer The Baltimore oriole is one of the most beautiful birds that you’ll find during the spring and summer in Allegany County. They are unmistakable in appearance, their […]
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Obituaries are a very important part of the Hornell Sun
Announcing a new dedicated obituary page Sharing in a loss is important for families and the community By Andrew Harris When someone passes away in our small, tightly knit community, […]
Roger D. Lewis, 82, Andover
Roger D. Lewis, 82, passed away unexpectedly on Friday (May 20, 2022) at Gutherie Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa., following a short illness. Mr. Lewis was born on December […]
Race for the 23rd: Chris Jacobs gets endorsement from State Senator George Borrello, Steuben GOP leader Sempolinski
Pictured, Congressman Chris Jacobs Sempolinksi will still run in the special election Cathy Young hasn’t shown her hand By Andrew Harris, Michael T. Baldwin After Erie county-based Republican Congressman Chris […]
It’s that time of year: Fawns, Turtles, and Baby Birds!
By Andrew Harris, photo by John, Amber, Mariah, Bailey, and Blake Beyer of Wheatfield NY. It’s that time of year again!! The young of the year are appearing and if […]
Max Della Pia Accepts Democratic Nomination for NY-23 Special Election
Owego, NY – New York’s 23rd Congressional District has its Democratic nominee for the upcoming Congressional Special Election, a relatively rare political race triggered by the vacancy left by Tom Reed, a […]
Three Alfred State College students join SALUTE, recognizing student veterans
Knoll, Hogan, and Latorre honored for academics ALFRED, NY, May 19, 2022 – The Alfred State College (ASC) chapter of SALUTE inducted three members recently. SALUTE (Service, Academics, Leadership, Unity, Tribute, Excellence) recognizes […]
Larry Hallett Inducted into Vietnam Veterans “In Memory” Program
Whitesville Air Force veteran died in 1973 Wife, Bonnie Hallett, remembers her late husband, Larry was the son of Leland and Alberta (Cornell) Hallett. He was born and raised in […]
Alfred University awards Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy honorary degree
ALFRED, NY (May 14, 2022) – At its 186th Commencement ceremony Saturday, May 14, Alfred University awarded Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy an honorary degree, in absentia, in recognition of his […]
B-R, Hornell pick up softball wins
The Hornell softball team finished the regular season strong with an 11-4 win over Dansville Tuesday night. Seventh-grader Rae Evingham was 2-for-4 with two runs scored while Jordyn Dyring was 1-for-2 […]
Whitesville’s 39th Annual Donation Auction is this weekend
Win a flight on the famous WWII plane, “Whiskey 7,” Friday May 20 and Saturday May 21 By Andrew Harris, photo by RobShots Jan Talbatt is really excited about the […]
Alfred State College 111th Commencement
1200 students graduate, Thomas Nelson wins a new car ALFRED, NY, May 14, 2022 – Alfred State College honored approximately 1,200 eligible graduates at the 111th commencement ceremony. Graduates celebrated with faculty […]
Fatal Mercy Flight crash investigation details released by NTSB
“Fractures in the system were consistent with overload” Michael T. Baldwin reports On April 26, 2022, at 1300 eastern daylight time, a Bell Helicopter Textron Canada, 429, N507TJ, was substantially […]
Remembering the 10 lives lost in Buffalo terrorist attack
Never forget who our city lost! Because of hate! 1. Celestine Chaney, 65, went to buy strawberries to make a shortcake. She was a single mother and breast cancer survivor. […]
Exploring the Western NY Wilds – Jack-in-the-pulpit: A test of manhood
By Bob Confer The spring produces the most beautiful and interesting wildflowers of the entire growing season. One of those plants that are especially interesting is now in full bloom […]