Car/Motorcycle Accident In The Town Of Bath

State Police report that there was a car and motorcycle accident on Monday night on Route 415 in the 6pm hour in the Town of Bath.  No other details are out yet.

 

Hammondsport Named "One Of The Best"

Country Living Magazine has listed Hammondsport as being one of the three best small lake town in America.  That's according to UpstateNewYork.com. 

 

Two Names Going Into The Haverling Athletic Hall Of Fame

FROM THE BATH SCHOOL DISTRICT  The Bath Central School District Board Approves Class of 2025 for “Haverling Athletic Hall of Fame”.  Of the applicants, the Nomination Committee selected two (2) candidates to be recommended for this class.
The Class of 2025 for the Haverling Athletic Hall of Fame is as follows (in alphabetical order):
Sheri Neu (Girls Varsity Swimming Coach) - Bath Central School proudly recognizes Coach Sheri Neu for her dedication and impact as the Varsity Girls Swimming & Diving coach for 36 years. A pillar of the athletic department, Coach Neu was named Livingston Conference Athletic Association Coach of the Year 5 times throughout her distinguished career.
Under her leadership, Haverling’s Girls Swimming & Diving team secured 3 LCAA Championships since joining the league in 1999, and went on to win Section V team Titles in both 2012 and 2013. In recognition of these achievements, Coach Neu was honored as Section V Coach of the Year in both championship seasons. Over the years, 9 of her athletes qualifi ed to compete at the New York State Championships—an especially impressive accomplishment as they faced competitors from all school classifi cations across the state.
Beyond coaching, Coach Neu devoted 44 years to teaching Physical Education at Haverling. She was instrumental in building and sustaining the district’s aquatics program. Her commitment included training lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors, as well as leading the Haverling Summer Swim Program for 36 years.
Coach Neu’s lasting legacy is one of excellence, leadership, and unwavering dedication to student-athletes and the broader Haverling community.
Greg Wheeler (Class of 1975; Soccer Coach) – Bath Central School District proudly recognizes Coach Greg Wheeler for his outstanding contributions to the school’s soccer program and the wider Bath community. From 1988 to 2005, Coach Wheeler served as the Junior Varsity (JV) Boys Soccer Coach, building a legacy defi ned by excellence, sportsmanship, and player development.
During his 17-year tenure, Coach Wheeler amassed an exceptional record of 252 wins, 49 losses, and 16 draws, including three perfect 18-0-0 seasons. His teams scored 1,086 goals while allowing only 196, and recorded an impressive 151 shutouts. In addition to his role with the JV team, Coach Wheeler was a vital member of the Varsity coaching staff , assisting in Sectional and New York State tournament play. His contributions helped guide Haverling to 7 Sectional Championships, 1 New York State Championship, and 3 State Final Four appearances.
Beyond the high school soccer fi eld, Coach Wheeler devoted countless hours to youth development, leading spring and summer programs such as Bath Blast Soccer and Kiwanis Youth Soccer. His commitment to fostering a love of the game in young athletes helped build a strong foundation for future generations. Known for always putting his players fi rst, Coach Wheeler emphasized character, teamwork, and academic achievement above all else.
Haverling Central School District extends its heartfelt gratitude to Coach Wheeler for his years of dedication, leadership, and positive impact on student-athletes and the community.
~Inductees will be honored at homecoming scheduled for Oct. 3rd 2025. Inductees will also be recognized at the Haverling Alumni Banquet on Friday, June 13th, at 5:30 pm at the Bath American Legion. Plaques for each honoree will be displayed permanently in the main hallway outside the entrance to the Haverling Athletic Complex.~

 

Two New Inductees For Haverling Hall Of Distinction

FROM THE BATH SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The Haverling Alumni Association is proud to announce the next two inductees into the Haverling Hall of Distinction.  The new Haverling Hall of Distinction Class of 2025 includes:

 

Dr. Kilolo Kijakazi---Haverling Class of 1974

Category—"Humanitarian and Service” and “Lifetime of Notable Achievement”

Mr.  Scott Ward---Haverling Class of 1984

            Category—"Humanitarian and Service” and “Lifetime of Notable Achievement”

 

Dr. Kilolo Kijakazi is an American academic who served as the Commissioner of the United States Social Security Administration from 2021 to 2023. She was previously appointed deputy commissioner for retirement and disability policy in January 2021. 

Dr. Kijakazi was also an institute fellow at the Urban Institute, where she "worked with staff across the organization to develop collaborative partnerships with those most affected by economic and social issues, to expand and strengthen Urban’s agenda of rigorous research, to effectively communicate findings to diverse audiences, and to recruit and retain a diverse research staff at all levels" while conducting research on economic security, structural racism, and the racial wealth gap.

She was previously a program officer at the Ford Foundation, a senior policy analyst at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, a program analyst at the Food and Nutrition Service, and a policy analyst at the National Urban League.  

She is co-chair of the National Advisory Council on Eliminating the Black-White Wealth Gap at the Center for American Progress and member of the Commission on Retirement Security and Personal Savings at the Bipartisan Policy Center.  Kijakazi is the author of African-American Economic Development and Small Business Ownership.

 

Lieutenant Colonel Scott Ward is a United States Army Veteran who served his country for 28 years and served active duty during both the Afghanistan and Iraq wars.  Mr. Ward earned several esteemed decorations and badges, including the Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, and many more. 

Additionally, Scott earned a Bachelor Science in Business Management & Applied Economics from Cornell University and is currently the Owner/Operator of WindyDale Farm, featuring Grass Fed and Finished Black Angus in Howard, NY.  

Following his extensive service to our country, Mr. Ward has collaborated with Cornell Cooperative Extension and has been a strong advocate for agricultural education in all of the schools in our region.  Scott has been highly active in promoting agriculture and its importance to the local and national economy, especially to local students.

He has also served his community through active service on the Bath CSD Board of Education (2014-present), NY Farm Bureau, American Legion Board of Directors, Nondaga Cemetery Board, and more.

 

Formal induction will occur at the annual Haverling Alumni Banquet to be held on Friday, June 13, 2025, at the Bath American Legion.  Please refer to the Haverling Alumni Association Facebook Page for information on how to attend this year’s celebration!

 

United Way To Announce Grants In Bath Tomorrow

The United Way of the Southern Tier will be in Bath on Wednesday, May 14, at 2:00 at the Lakeview Apartments in Bath.  The United Way will be announcing grants for 14 agencies in the Steuben and Chemung County areas.

 

Longtime Corning Inc Scientist Honored By Alfred State

Corning Incorporated’s Charles Craig, was presented with a Doctor of Humane Letters honorary degree during Alfred State College’s 114th commencement ceremony, this past Saturday.  Charles Craig is the 13th person since 1987 to receive an honorary degree for contributions to Alfred State. Charles Craig is a retired Corning Incorporated vice president who started out as a research chemist at Corning Glass in 1974. 

 

Sheriff's Dept To Honor Fallen Law Enforcement Members

On Friday at 6:00pm, the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office will conduct the Annual Law Enforcement Memorial Service.  This event honors those who died in the line of duty.  A number of elected officials, veterans, students and first responders will be there for the event, that will be at the Sheriff’s Department, on Rumsey Street Extension, in Bath.  

New York State Police are also holding a ceremony at 11am this Thursday, May 15, in Canandaigua.