Elmira firefighters worked overnight to extinguish a blaze that destroyed the former First Baptist Church on West Church Street in the city.

A massive fire tore through a historic church building in downtown Elmira Thursday night, destroying the former First Baptist ...

Fire crews are still on the scene after a massive fire tore through the former First Baptist Church on West Church Street late Thursday night. The blaze caused part of the historic building to collaps ...

A 90-minute walking tour details the city’s role in promoting slavery throughout the South and the driving force of faith to survive and triumph over it.

With hearts full of love and cherished memories, we celebrate the life of Mary Helen Sims Percy, who was born on October 3, ...

New St. Paul Baptist Church announced with great sorrow the passing of Reverend M.L. Curry, the longtime pastor of New Saint ...

Area houses of worship are invited to share their news for our free weekly listings. Email information to Mercury Editor Tony Phyrillas at [email protected] ...

For the people of Cambpellton, this modest white structure, that is Campbellton’s First Baptist Church, is more than just a place to worship. It’s a ...

St. Paul Community Baptist Church, and other churches located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, are joining ...

This is a developing story, and it will be updated as more information becomes available. ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) — An abandoned ...

Faith groups have long received government grants to feed the hungry, respond to disasters and assist those in need, but ...

The Aiken Community Theatre Youth Wing will perform the musical "A Year with Frog and Toad" at the Amentum Center for the ...