Passed away peacefully on Monday, February 17, 2025 at her home, at the age of 74. Now reunited with her beloved husband of ...

It is with tremendous sadness that we share the passing of William L. “Bill” Strauss on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at Grand ...

Elmira athletes broke two records at the Waterloo County track and field championships last week, and vied for medals in 16 events at the regional meet this week. In the senior girls’ 400-metre ...

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We pause countless times each and every day, still not believing ...