Pulteney Woman Charged With Attempted Murder 2nd

From Sheriff Jim Allard:

Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard reports that on May 3, 2025, Investigators and Deputies of the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office arrested Annika M. Szathmary, age 25, of Cross Street, Pulteney, New York, following a 911 report of a person stabbing another person in the Town of Pulteney.  It is alleged that Ms. Szathmary stabbed another person with a knife, intending to kill them.  It is further alleged that Ms. Szathmary caused serious physical injury to that person in that attempt.  Ms. Szathmary was charged with Attempted Murder in the Second Degree, a class B Felony.  The victim was transported to a local medical facility for treatment then transferred to a trauma center for further treatment where he has remained since the incident.  Ms. Szathmary was arraigned in the Centralized Arraignment Court and held without bail.

The Sheriff’s Office Evidence Recovery Team and Criminal Investigations Unit conducted three search warrants, recovering the alleged weapon used in this incident.

 

Troopers: Missing Ontario County Teen Was Found

FROM NYSP:  *UPDATE* The New York State Police in Canandaigua report that Owen W. Warner, the 16-year-old who was previously reported missing from his residence in Springwater, Ontario County, has been located in good health.  Warner was found safe following continued investigative efforts and public assistance. The New York State Police thank the community and media for their support and vigilance during the search.  At this time, no further details will be released.

 

Dormann Library: This Is Just The Beginning

The Dormann Library took an exciting step forward on Saturday, May 3, with a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of the Robert & Edith Saxton Memorial Pavilion. Community members, supporters, and local officials gathered to mark the occasion and learn more about the library’s plans for a new Outdoor Learning Space.

Built with support from the Community Foundation and assistance from the Village of Bath Street Department and Bath Electric, Gas and Water Systems, the pavilion will serve as a flexible, welcoming space for programs, performances, and community gatherings. It’s the first completed feature in what will become a larger outdoor area designed to inspire reading, creativity, and exploration.

“This is just the beginning,” said Library Director LeighAnn Rumsey. “We’re creating a space where all ages can learn, grow, and connect—with books, nature, and each other.”

The full vision for the Outdoor Learning Space includes gardens, nature trails, a water feature, reading and relaxing nooks, outdoor classrooms, a mud kitchen for hands-on play, and even an accessible wheelchair swing.

To help fund the next phase of development, the library launched a fundraiser during the event. Donors who contribute $250, $500, or $1,000 will be recognized with bronze, silver, or gold lettering on a sign displayed along the fence surrounding the space.

The Dormann Library invites local families and businesses to sponsor a panel and help bring the project to life. Donations can be made in honor of a loved one, to recognize a business, or simply to show community pride. To learn more about the project or to donate, visit https://tinyurl.com/4v6567tp or email rumseyl@stls.org.

 

Bath School Budget Update

According to Bath School Superintendent Kelly Houck, the school budget vote, which is coming up on May 20, is a $50 million dollar budget with a 2.14 percent tax increase.  The Bath School Superintendent also says, the main reason for the tax increase is, the expiration of the federal covid relief funding.

 

A Former Corning Police Officer Has Died

Former Corning Police Officer Larry Preston, has died.   Preston was a police officer in Corning in the 1960’s.  He went to work law enforcement jobs in both Elmira and Waverly.  Preston was 78 years old.  

 

The Spring Bash Event Is This Weekend 

The John Southard Youth Recreation Commission is having their spring bash event on Saturday, May 10, from 10:30am to 1:30pm at Pulteney Park in Bath.

 

Also, the Finger Lakes Antique Show is coming up in Bath at the county fairgrounds, that will be October 11 and 12^.

 

Chemung County Sheriff: Two Horseheads Women Charged For Allegedly Stealing From Elmira Heights

From Sheriff Bill Schrom: As a result of yesterday's search warrant at 147 Matthews Circle in the Village of Horseheads, the Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigation Division has arrested the following individuals:

Jennifer Savage, age 44, of 147 Matthews Circle was arrested and charged with:

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property 3rd Degree - Class D Felony Grand Larceny 3rd Degree - Class D Felony

Criminal Possession of a Weapon 4th Degree - Class A Misdemeanor

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance - Class A Misdemeanor

April Greene, age 45, of 147 Matthews Circle was arrested and charged with:

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property 3rd Degree - Class D Felony Grand Larceny 3rd Degree - Class D Felony

Both women were arraigned in the Town of Horseheads Court and RELEASED. The release of both individuals is directly related to the failed Bail Reform Laws of this state. The other two individuals removed from the home during the search warrant were not charged.

Additional details into yesterday's warrant are as follows; On April 30, 2025, the Sheriffs Office Civil Division executed an eviction warrant at 263 W. 11th St., in the Village of Elmira Heights. Upon completion of that warrant, information was received that thousands of dollars in personal belongings had been stolen from that residence. The Sheriffs Office Criminal Investigation Division was contacted and began an investigation with the Civil Division. It was subsequently determined that the stolen property was at 147 Matthews Circle in the Village of Horseheads. At this time, the Village of Horseheads PD assisted in the investigation and collected valuable confirmatory evidence related to the location of the stolen property. CCSO obtained a search warrant for the residence on Matthews Circle which was subsequently executed on 05/02/25 and resulted in the recovery of thousands of dollars of stolen property along with controlled substances and an illegal firearm.

Upon completion of the search warrant, Village of Horseheads Code Enforcement was summoned to the scene and deemed the home uninhabitable and placard the residence as same. Occupants are only permitted to enter the home between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to care for animals that are remaining inside and to work to rectify any deficiencies identified by Code. Should anyone be found in the residence outside the hours listed, they are subject to criminal arrest.

Four dogs were removed from the residence during the search warrant and a stolen parrot was recovered and returned to the rightful owner.

The investigation is continuing, and additional arrests expected.