NAT'L WX SERVICE: Flood Watch With Ice Jam Till Sat Night
Flood Watch
National Weather Service Binghamton NY
1247 PM EST Fri Feb 20 2026

.An ice jam may cause water to infiltrate the lowlands along the
river.

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Steuben-
Including the cities of Corning and Hornell
1247 PM EST Fri Feb 20 2026

...FLOOD WATCH FOR ICE JAMS IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by ice jams is possible.

* WHERE...A portion of central New York, including the following
  county, Steuben.

* WHEN...Through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...The combination of recent rain and snowmelt will result
  in increased flow along rivers and streams in Steuben County
  through Saturday. Ice on the rivers may break up, jam downstream
  and cause flooding along the river.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - Ice jams have been reported by county officials along the
    Canisteo and Cohocton Rivers. The ice jam on the Canisteo
    River is located near West Cameron. The ice jam on the
    Cohocton River is located near the Route 4 bridge about 2
    miles upstream from Coopers Plain.
  - https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.

Corning PD Recruit Facing Charges For Alleged Misconduct

FROM NYSP:  At the request of City of Corning Police Chief Kenzie M. Spaulding, the New York State Police began a criminal investigation involving Corning Police Department recruit Dylan J. Ellsworth.

The request followed allegations of domestic-related incidents reported by Ellsworth’s former partner. The reported incidents occurred between August and December 2025. To ensure an independent review, the case was referred to the New York State Police. The Steuben County District Attorney’s Office authorized the State Police to proceed with the investigation.

On February 19, 2026, members of the Troop E Violent Crime Investigation Team arrested Ellsworth at the Southern Tier Law Enforcement Academy in Big Flats. He was transported to SP Painted Post for processing.

He has been charged with:

• Criminal Mischief in the 3rd degree (E felony)

• Endangering the Welfare of a Child (A misdemeanor)

• Assault in the 3rd degree (A misdemeanor)

• Criminal Obstruction of Breathing (A misdemeanor)

Ellsworth will be arraigned in Steuben County CAP Court. An Order of Protection will be requested for the victim and child.

The investigation remains ongoing.

State Police Charge Two Males In Their 20's, One From Corning, One From Southern California

FROM NYSP:  The New York State Police have arrested two men following an investigation into the online exploitation of a 15-year-old Steuben County female.

Arrested were:

William M. Kibler, age 20, of Corning, NY
Charged with:

•    Promoting a Sexual Performance by a Child Less Than 17 (Class D Felony)
•    Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Class A Misdemeanor)

Jacob A. Hanes, age 24, of Palm Desert, California
Charged with:
•    Promoting a Sexual Performance by a Child Less Than 17 (Class D Felony)
•    Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Class A Misdemeanor)

The investigation began in late November 2025 after the victim’s parents discovered information indicating inappropriate online communications between the minor and adult males. Troopers from SP Painted Post initiated an investigation, which was later adopted by the Bureau of Criminal Investigation.

Investigators determined both Kibler and Hanes engaged in sexually explicit communications with the victim through social media platforms, including Snapchat and Instagram, while knowing she was under the age of 17. Evidence obtained through forensic analysis of electronic devices confirmed the exchange of sexually explicit images and videos.

On December 30, 2025, Hanes was located in Niagara County and taken into custody without incident. He was transported to Steuben County for processing and arraignment.

On February 12, 2026, Kibler voluntarily responded to SP Painted Post for an interview. He was subsequently arrested and remanded to the Steuben County Jail pending centralized arraignment.

Both defendants are pending further court proceedings.

The New York State Police were assisted by members of Troop A, Troop E Computer Crimes Unit, and the Steuben County District Attorney's Office.

This investigation remains ongoing.
 

Two Men Are Hoping To Run Against Rep. Nick Langworthy

At this point in the race for the 23rd Congressional District House seat, Republican Congressman Nick Langworthy has two men running against him: Olean Democrat Arron Gies, who is a professor at Saint Bonaventure University, and Republican hopeful Jim King, from Tioga County.  The big issue for Democrat Aaron Gies is that he wants more support for Ukrainian refugees.  Jim King is a self-described moderate Republican who supports the no-kings movement and says he wants to turn the anti-monarchy energy into votes for his campaign against Langworthy.

Statement From Rep Langworthy About The Supreme Court's Ruling From Friday Mornings, About Tariffs 

The Upcoming Hammondsport Winter Stroll

The Hammondsport Winter Stroll will be held on February 28, from 5pm to 8pm.  Event organizer Christina Morgan says, if you’re 21 or older, all you need to do is get a wristband and that’ll get you into all kinds of Hammondsport shops that night.