Jewelry Heist Ring Busted: Horseheads Robbery Tied to $4M Crime Spree 

A Colombian woman has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for her role in a multi-state jewelry theft ring. 41 year old, Yesenia Melendez Rincon, helped steal over $4 million dollars in jewelry from stores across the country—including one robbery in Horseheads, April 18th, 2024. Federal investigators say Melendez Rincon acted as a lookout and helped sell the stolen goods. The jewelry thieves targeted kiosks and jewelry shops in nine states and reportedly cased additional stores and kiosks in Iowa, Indiana, Wisconsin, Illinois and Delaware. 

 

Lindley Woman Charged in Social Services Fraud 

Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard reports the arrest of 28-year-old Kerstyn Buck of Lindley, New York. Investigators say Buck filed false documents with the Department of Social Services between July and August, receiving $515 in benefits she wasn’t eligible for. She faces felony charges for offering a false instrument and falsifying business records, along with a misdemeanor for petit larceny. Buck was released on an appearance ticket and is due in Village of Bath Court. 

 

2025 Wineglass Marathon Coming Soon 

One week from today, the Wineglass Marathon is coming to our area for its 44th year.  The Williams Toyota 5K begins on Saturday, October 4th and then the Guthrie Wineglass Marathon on Sunday, October 5th, which will begin in Bath.  It will then proceed through the valleys of Savona, Campbell, Coopers Plains, Painted Post and then finish on historic Market Street in Corning. 

 

Drive Thru Rabies Clinic in Prattsburgh 

There will be a Drive-Thru Rabies Clinic tomorrow from 10am to 12pm at the Town Hall/Clerk’s Office in Prattsburgh. Keeping pets up to date on their rabies shots is an important step for their health and Dogs, cats and ferrets can receive their first rabies shot at 12 weeks or older. They’re asking attendees to bring their pets to the clinic on leashes or in cages and a $5 donation per pet helps with clinic costs but is not required.  The address for the drive thru clinic is 19 North Main Street in Prattsburgh. 

 

Coin Show at Bath Fire Station 

There will be a coin show taking place at the Bath Fire Hall, at 50 East Morris Street, from 10-3 today.  Admission and parking are free with a variety of coins, stamps and supplies being shown. 

 

Lubic Sales and Marketing 2nd Annual Consignment Sale 

In Bath today, the Lubic Sales and Marketing 2nd annual Fall consignment sale is taking place at the Steuben County Fairgrounds, beginning at 9:30am. There will be an assortment of large and small equipment, attachments and implements for tractors and various livestock equipment.   

 

Christina Smarsh Wanted by Yates County Authorities 

The Yates County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a woman wanted in connection with the unauthorized use of a vehicle.  Authorities say 54-year-old Christina R. Smarsh is wanted for use of a vehicle by temporary custody without consent. Smarsh is described as a white female, born December 12, 1970, with light brown hair and brown eyes. Her height and weight are unknown at this time.  If you have any information about her whereabouts, you're urged to contact the Yates County Sheriff’s Office at 315-536-4438. You can also send tips by texting the word “YATES” to 847411.  

 

Hammondsport Oktoberfest 2025 

Hammondsport’s 2nd Annual Oktoberfest begins today at 1. Hammondsport Chamber of Commerce President, Deanna  Tompkins and Christina Morgan, their new Office Director, were on WVIN’s Community Focus this week explaining todays exciting event.  Festivites will take place at the Hammondsport Carnival Grounds on Route 54 from 1-5pm. 

 

New York State is mailing out inflation relief checks to 8.2 million households

Governor Kathy Hochul says eligible taxpayers will automatically receive up to $400, based on their 2023 income. Single filers earning under $75,000 get $200, while joint filers under $150,000 receive the full $400. No application is needed, and checks will arrive through October and November. Hochul says it’s part of a broader plan to help families with rising costs, including tax cuts and free school meals. 

 

Civil War weekend features living history & battle re-enactments, Angelica NY 

History comes alive this weekend in Angelica, as the town hosts its annual Civil War reenactment.  Both today and tomorrow, local vendors will be set up around the town circle, offering food, crafts, and memorabilia and the highlight of the weekend is a live battle reenactment on Main Street at 1pm, both days, with the main battlefield event scheduled for today at 3 p.m. behind the Angelica school.