Three Possible New Bath Volunteer Firefighters 

The Bath Volunteer Fire Department reports that their Recruit New York weekend open house, has resulted in one completed application and two applications taken home for later submission. Also, two young people took part in the Bath Fire Department’s Junior obstacle course.

 

Mossy Bank Park Announcement 

Mossy Bank Park’s drive through gates, opened yesterday here in Bath.  Mossy Bank Park officials say there will be an annual bird walk on Saturday, May 9 at 7am.  It will start at the Ted Markham Center. 

 

Campbell Savona Central's Workout Center Closes At 7pm

From Campbell Savona Central School:

Dear CS community, the work out center will be closing early today, April 22nd at 7pm.

 

Rep. Claudia Tenney Stands Up For Grape Farmers

From Congresswoman Tenney's Office:

Washington, DC — Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today questioned United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer during a House Ways and Means Committee hearing on the Administration’s 2026 Trade Policy Agenda, highlighting Canada’s refusal to substantively engage on longstanding trade barriers harming Upstate New York producers.  

During the hearing, Congresswoman Tenney highlighted Canadian actions that are devastating NY-24 producers, including Canadian restrictions and prohibitions on the export of dairy, wine, and bulk produce. These issues are all highlighted in the National Trade Estimate Report as foreign trade barriers harming the U.S.-Canada relationship. These policies, Tenney emphasized, are placing Upstate New York farmers and producers at a competitive disadvantage despite repeated U.S. efforts to resolve these issues through negotiation.  “Upstate New York farmers and producers are some of the best in the world, but they are not getting a fair shot,” said Congresswoman Tenney. “Canada continues to block our dairy, our wine, and our produce while expecting free and open access to our markets. That is not how a fair trade relationship works. I hear from these producers every day, and they are frustrated because of Canada’s discriminatory treatment and refusal to engage on these issues meaningfully and substantively. We need to hold Canada accountable, strengthen USMCA, and make sure our farmers and businesses can compete and win in the international marketplace.”

 

The Emilee's Challenge Trailer Is Back For Spring/Summer

From The Steuben Co Sheriff's Dept:  The sun is out, the weather is warming, and Emilee's Challenge Trailer has officially emerged from winter storage!

We kicked off our first school presentation of the season this past Tuesday, April 21st, at Jasper Troupsburg Central School. Representing the Steuben County Sheriff's Office were Dispatcher and Trailer Coordinator Kim Clark, Deputy Butler and SRO Mahoney.

Developed by the Sheriff's Office, this impactful program aims to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted, impaired, and intoxicated driving. By featuring real-life crash scenes and powerful multimedia testimonials from families, investigators, and first responders, the trailer serves as a sobering reminder of the life-altering consequences of reckless driving.

CALL TO ACTION: Help us keep our roads safe! If you are interest3ed in hosting Emilee's Challenge Trailer at your school or community event, please contact the Steuben County Sheriff's Office at 607-622-3911 to schedule a presentation.

 

A Ramp Closes Next Week In Horseheads

According to the state D.O.T., the exit ramp on I-86 in Horseheads will be closed starting Monday of next week and will remain closed until the end of the day on Friday, May 1st. A detour will be in place: that will be county route 64.

 

Hochul Announces A Rebate For Electric Car Buyers

Governor Kathy Hochul says with the increase in gasoline prices, now is a good time to consider purchasing electric vehicles. Hochul says there is a total of $30 million available statewide through the Drive Clean Rebate Program, which offers individuals rebates ranging from $500 to $2000.  

Regarding electric vehicles, Assemblyman Phil Palmesano expressed his hope that the topic of electric school buses will be brought up for discussion in the state legislature soon. Palmesano argues that electric buses are costly and impractical and he says they are being forced on the school systems.

 

Tenney Talks About Medicare Fraud 

Yesterday, Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) spoke during a House Ways and Means Committee hearing focused on protecting patients and taxpayers by cracking down on Medicare fraud, highlighting the growing impact of large-scale fraud schemes on seniors and access to care in Upstate New York.  During the hearing, Rep. Tenney underscored her previous efforts to expose fraud, including a letter she sent last fall to CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz raising concerns about suspicious billing activity, including one doctor who billed more than $600 million between 2020 and 2025. That outreach helped prompt enforcement action, but Tenney emphasized that isolated cases do not address a broader, systemic problem. She pointed to alarming trends in California, where more than 1,400 new home health agencies have entered Los Angeles County since 2020. Despite representing a small share of Medicare beneficiaries, the county now accounts for 12 percent of all Medicare home health spending, with payments per beneficiary nearly six times the national average. Rep. Tenney warned that this level of organized fraud is distorting Medicare payment data nationwide. She highlighted the consequences in rural Upstate New York, where home health admissions have dropped nearly 40 percent since 2018 and nearly half of referred patients never receive care, emphasizing how fraud is contributing to reduced access for vulnerable populations.

 

“When fraud takes over Medicare, patients are the ones who suffer,” said Congresswoman Tenney. “What we are seeing is organized, large-scale abuse that is distorting payment systems and forcing legitimate providers to scale back or shut down. In places like my district in Upstate New York, seniors rely on home health care to remain independent, yet nearly half of those referred never receive it. When fraudulent activity is treated as normal in Medicare data, it drives harmful policy decisions that punish honest providers and leave patients behind. We must restore accountability, protect taxpayer dollars, and ensure seniors can access the care they need.”

 

The Bath School Board And Other BOE's Meet Tonight

The Bath Board of Education meets this evening. Among other items on the agenda, the board will vote on the approval of the senior trip for the class of 2027.  Also, at this evening’s Board of Ed meeting at Prattsburgh Central, the cast from the Prattsburgh Drama Club’s version of Alladin Junior, will be coming in to the school board meeting.