Police Presence At Hornell High School This Morning  Hornell Police Chief Ted Murray tells our news department, there were some generic, non specific threats against schools in general, which were made on social media today.  Because of that, several officers were sent to Hornell High School this morning.  However, Chief Murray says, there were no threats made specifically to Hornell High, the officers who were there, were only there as a precaution. 

 

Some Local Schools Want More School Resource Officers

At yesterday’s county Public Safety meeting, Sheriff Jim Allard said, all schools in the county have S.R.O’.s - School Resource Officers.  Also, the sheriff says, some schools want more.  The sheriff says those schools are Addison, Jasper Troupsburg, Bath and Arkport Central.

 

Drive Up Window At BEGWS Office, Will Be Closed Wed

Bath Electric Gas and Water officials say that tomorrow , the drive up window will not be available for use, as they will be working on making improvements to the drive up window.  However, the Bath Electric Gas and Water Office will be open, normal hours, 830am to 1am and 2pm to 4pm Wednesday. 

 

 A Prescription Take Back Day Is Happening This Month

On Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office and the Steuben Prevention Coalition Opioid Committee will host DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day at the Public Safety Building in Bath, NY. The DEA and its partners will collect tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs.

 

For more than a decade, this biannual event has helped Americans easily rid their homes of unneeded medications—those that are old, unwanted, or expired—that too often become a gateway to addiction. Using a drug take-back program is one of the most environmentally friendly ways to safely dispose of medications, especially prescription medications. It’s not just safe for the environment – timely disposal of unwanted medications can reduce the risk of someone accidentally taking medication or intentionally misusing it.  “This is a great way to help keep your home safe from theft and your children safe from unintended use” said Sheriff Allard.  “Opioid safety is everyone’s business”.

 

Take Back Day offers free and anonymous disposal of unneeded medications. 

 

What:              National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

 

When:              Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

 

Who:               Steuben County Sheriff’s Office

 

Where:             Public Safety Building 7007 Rumsey Street Ext. Bath, NY

 

In partnership with local law enforcement, National Prescription Drug Take Back Day has removed 9,285 tons of medication from circulation since its inception.

 

For more information and to find a collection site near you, visit www.DEATakeBack.com.

 

If you would like more information about this topic:

https://www.dea.gov/takebackday#resources

https://www.steubenpreventioncoalition.org

 

Corning PD's K9 Mikey - To Get A Bullet Proof Vest

The Corning Police Department's K9 Mikey will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Mikey’s vest is sponsored by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. and will be embroidered with the sentiment “This gift of protection provided by Vested Interest in K9s”.  Delivery is expected within ten weeks.   

 

Upcoming County Road Closures - Town of Corning

The Steuben Co Sheriff's Dept has been notified that County Route 44, River Road, in the Town of Corning, will be closed to all traffic from 8:00am to 3:00pm for the following days:

1. Chemung County Line to Murphy Road, Wednesday, October 9th thru Thursday, October 10th, 2024.

2. From Murphy Road to Brown Hollow Road, Tuesday, October 15th thru Thursday, October 17th, 2024.

3. Flashphaler Road to Village of South Corning line, Monday, October 21st thru Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024.

The road will be closed in order to replace a pipe. There will not be an onsite detour, motorists traveling this route should plan accordingly.