Martin Luther King Jr Day 2026

Today is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and schools, banks, as well as Bath Electric, Gas, and Water are closed in observance. The Corning Museum of Glass is having MLK events from 10am to 4pm today.  Also, there is an MLK event at 5pm today at the Community Arts Center on Broadway in Hornell.  At today’s Martin Luther King event in Hornell, there will be a theater performance by the Southern Tier Living Theater Troup called, “Just Us”.

 

It's Going To Be Freezing Cold Tonight And Overnight

From The Nat'l Wx Service: 

COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM EST TUESDAY...

WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 15 below expected.

WHERE...In New York, Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, and Yates Counties. In Pennsylvania, Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Northern Wayne, Pike, Southern Wayne, Susquehanna, and Wyoming Counties.

WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Tuesday.

IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

The Bills Have Reportedly Fired Sean McDermott

CBS Sports and other media outlets report that Buffalo Bills Head Coach Sean McDermott has been fired.  CBS Sports indicates that the likely reason McDermott’s been let go, is because the Bill’s lost on Saturday to the Denver Broncos.  CBS also says, Bill’s GM Brandon Beane is staying on to help find a new head coach.  Click here for more from CBS Sports.

 

An Arrest In Ontario County

Finger Lakes Radio reports that a 26 year old Naples man is charged for allegedly threatening to crash a vehicle with children in it.  The suspect is charged with endangering the welfare of a child and 2nd degree. Reckless endangerment.    The suspect's name is not out yet.   

 

Upcoming Computer Training Hours At DMV Offices

The Bath, Corning, and Hornell DMV offices will be closed on Friday, February 13. They will reopen on Wednesday, February 18.

 

Tomorrow Night - A Cancer Awareness Fundraiser In Bath

Tuesday evening at Haverling High School, the Rams will get together with the Campbell-Savona Panthers at a special event aimed at raising funds and awareness for childhood cancer. the events are scheduled for 5 PM and 7 PM.  All proceeds will be going to the CURE Childhood Cancer Association.

 

Valentines Dinner At The East Campbell Fire Hall

The Campbell Fire Department is having a Valentine's Dinner February 13 at 6pm.  Its going to be held at the East Campbell Fire Department due to construction at the Campbell Fire Dept.

 

The New York State Budget To Be Announced This Week

Governor Kathy Hochul is advocating for Universal Day Care and is expected to detail her proposal in this Wednesday’s budget presentation. Steuben County Democratic Chairman Shawn Hogan has praised the initiative, noting its potential positive impact for residents outside major urban areas. Republican Assemblyman Phil Palmesano has voiced opposition to the aspect of the governor’s budget plan: a provision which would make it easier to file lawsuits against ICE agents.