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Top Stories, March 6, 2026

Steuben County Jail Is Praised By A Computer Company

Law enforcement computer company Black Creek Integrated Systems says, the Steuben County Jail is a case study in how to run a jail properly.  Black Creek quotes Steuben County Captain Justin Mills as saying, the jail employees have the ability to see what’s currently happening, as well as going back and reviewing videos.  Captain Mills also says having computerized records is much easier to deal with than the old way of having to deal with paperwork.

 

Several Upcoming Races On March 18

Village Election Day is March 18.   Bath Village Mayor Mike Sweet and Bath Village trustees Melonie Coots and Jim Spencer are all running on the Republican line.  No word yet from the Democrats, on if they have any candidates running his time in Bath.  In Hammondsport, Democrats Jason McCloud and Deborah Lynch are running for Village trustee seats.  In Savona, Village Trustee Democrat Jessica Stevens is seeking reelection and Democrat Duane Basch is also running for the Chris McCann trustee seat.  They say that McCann is not seeking reelection.  We’ll be covering more villages, the closer we get to March 18. 

 

Congresswoman Tenney Assists Constituents Returning from the Middle East, Shares Resources for Americans Abroad

Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today provided an update on recent casework efforts to assist constituents located in the Middle East and shared important resources available to Americans abroad who may need assistance or guidance from the U.S. government.

 

Rep. Tenney’s office has successfully helped dozens of constituents located overseas, including the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Kuwait, helping them navigate communications with the U.S. State Department and secure safe travel arrangements back home. Her office regularly works with federal agencies to help constituents obtain timely information, connect with embassy officials, and access the resources available to U.S. citizens abroad.

 

“Helping constituents navigate urgent situations overseas is an important part of the work our office does every day," said Congresswoman Tenney. “I am grateful our team was able to assist constituents in Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates and help ensure they were able to return home safely. For Americans currently abroad, the State Department offers several important resources that can provide guidance, updates, and support during emergencies. Our office will continue working closely with federal agencies to assist constituents and ensure that Americans traveling or living overseas have access to the information and help they need. We are grateful to the State Department, and our regional partners in the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Kuwait for their help getting Americans home safely.”

 

Americans currently overseas who need assistance or guidance from the U.S. government are encouraged to utilize the following resources:

 

  • State Department Crisis Intake Form – Used to notify the U.S. State Department and request assistance or information during emergencies abroad: https://mytravel.state.gov/s/crisis-intake
  • Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) – Allows U.S. citizens abroad to register with the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate and receive important security alerts and updates: https://step.state.gov
  • Travel.State.gov – Americans traveling or living abroad should regularly monitor Travel.State.gov and communications from the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate for country-specific updates and safety guidance.

A Corning Woman Faces Welfare Charges

From The Sheriff's Dept:  Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard reports that on March 3, 2026, Investigators of the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office arrested Nadeen Gauby, age 26, of Martin Hill Road in Corning New York. It is alleged that from 08/21/2025 to 02/28/26, Ms. Gauby offered a false instrument for filing to the Steuben County Department of Social Services and received benefits from the Steuben County Department of Social Services in the amount of $4,240.00, that she was not eligible to receive. Ms. Gauby is charged with Offering a False Instrument for Filing in the First Degree, a class E Felony, Welfare Fraud in the Third Degree, a class D Felony, Falsifying Business Records in the First Degree, a class E Felony and Grand Larceny in the Third Degree, a class D Felony. Ms. Gauby was arraigned in the Centralized Arraignment Court and released.

Sheriff Allard thanks the Steuben County Department of Social Services Fraud and Legal Affairs Unit, and the District Attorney’s Office for their assistance in this investigation.

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