Officials Identify Victim of Candor Accident

The Tioga County Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim of the one car crash on Route 96 in Candor on Monday. 58-year-old Kevin Robinson was driving north and went of the westerly side of the highway and struck several objects, including a utility pole.... Read More.

No Injuries in Route 17 Tractor Trailer Crash

There was a tractor trailer accident on Route 17 eastbound on Tuesday at about 7AM. The crash occurred in Nichols, between exits 62 and 63. No injuries were reported, but the left lane and shoulder were shut down for several hours as the tractor... Read More.

New York Announces $10 Million for Addiction Treatment

New York State has announced that up to $10 million in capital funding is available to expand addiction treatment services. The funding will support the development of up to 40 new withdrawal and stabilization or residential treatment beds across the state. The funding will... Read More.

One Fatality in Route 96 Crash in Candor

One person has died in a Monday afternoon motor vehicle accident on Route 96 in the Town of Candor. The crash occurred near 1296 Owego Road, between Anderson Hill Road and Dominic Road. The road was completely blocked, and traffic was being detoured. The... Read More.

Two Firefighters Injured in Town of Maine Fire

Two firefighters were injured in a Monday morning house fire on Fredericks Road in the Town of Maine. The firefighters fell through the floorboards upon entering the residence. The injuries were not considered serious, but both firefighters were taken to the hospital for evaluation.... Read More.

250 Cows Die in Oneida County Barn Fire

A barn fire in the Town of Trenton, Oneida County, killed 250 cows. The fire at the Jones Family Farm started at about 11:00AM on Sunday. There were no injuries to any of the people involved. The fire is under investigation but is not... Read More.

Floyd Hooker Grants Announced

The Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers has approved the 2018 Floyd Hooker youth grants for Tioga County NY. The awards total $21,860 to 6 non-profit organizations. The recipients are:Tioga County Council on the Arts - $1,750Christian Activities Network - $4,110Food Bank of the... Read More.

Security Increased at O-A Schools Following Threat

The Owego-Apalachin School District increased security in the district on Friday, after a swastika and a threat ere found in a high school bathroom. The student believed responsible has been identified and been interviewed by law enforcement. The student was not publicly identified. The... Read More.

Owego Woman Injured by Kerosene Fire

An Owego woman was seriously burned after a cooking incident at 112 Spencer Street on Friday night. The woman reportedly poured kerosene over an outdoor fire. The woman was flown to the burn unit at Upstate Medical in Syracuse.

Investigation into Chemung County Attorney Completed

The investigation into the death of the Chemung County Attorney has been completed. Matt Rosen died from hypothermia that followed consumption of alcoholic beverages. The attorney attended a Christmas party in Horseheads on December 22nd. At about midnight, he left the party to attend... Read More.