WEBO Radio, Author at MyHometownToday.com

Cross Examination of Cindy Turner Continues

Monday, March 23 by WEBO Radio

The defense team for Cal Harris continued their cross-examination of Cindy Turner, the best friend of Michele Harris yesterday morning. Court ended early on Thursday, after the son of a juror was involved in a car accident. Testimony will continue Monday. Also on Monday,... Read More.

Owego Residents Say Sex Offender Restrictions ‘Not Strict Enough’

Monday, March 23 by WEBO Radio

Residents in the village of Owego said state laws and restrictions regarding sex offenders are not strict enough, and they want the ability to pass legislation to fall back into the local government's hands. A February ruling by the New York State Court of... Read More.

Testimony Continues in Cal Harris trial

Wednesday, March 18 by WEBO Radio

Testimony in the Cal Harris trial continued Tuesday. A neighbor of the Harris' family testified on with some information she recalled from the night of September 11, 2001. According to Eleanor Cobb, she was awoken by her dog at the time, and soon heard... Read More.

State Senate Passes Limits on Sex Offenders Use of Group Homes

Wednesday, March 18 by WEBO Radio

The New York State Senate has just passed a bill which would make it illegal for registered sex offenders to live in state-run group homes with any individuals diagnosed with developmental disabilities. This issue gained significant attention after it was discovered that registered sex... Read More.

Fatal Industrial Accident at FAHS Construction

Wednesday, March 18 by WEBO Radio

Early yesterday morning, Binghamton Police were dispatched to FAHS Construction Group in Binghamton for a report of an industrial accident. Upon further investigation, it was found that 42-year-old Eric Willis of Nineveh died while backing an excavator out of a building. An autopsy has... Read More.

DNA Identifies Suspect in Attempted Burglary

Wednesday, March 18 by WEBO Radio

A suspect has been arrested in connection to an attempted burglary which occurred at a Town of Barker home in June of 2014. The suspect, 29-year-old James Bezek, was arrested after authorities traced a blood sample at the crime scene back to him. Bezek... Read More.

Harassment Complaint Filed Against Cal Harris

Tuesday, March 17 by WEBO Radio

A report from the Owego Police Department claims Cal Harris was involved in a dispute with a student from SUNY Broome. The incident occurred following a class held at the Tioga County Administrative building. Police received a harassment complaint from a student shortly before... Read More.

Pair Arrested on Drug and Weapons Charges in Nichols

Tuesday, March 17 by WEBO Radio

State police arrested two people for drug and weapon possession after a routine traffic stop. Yesterday at approximately 4 p.m. State Police in Owego pulled over a speeding vehicle on Route 17 in Nichols. Jaron Stevens of Newburgh, and Monica Reyes from the Bronx,... Read More.

Indictment Made in Counterfeit Gold Sale

Tuesday, March 17 by WEBO Radio

New York State Police arrested a Waverly man yesterday suspected of selling counterfeit gold at his swap shop. Samuel Kolesnik III is charged with a class D felony of grand larceny. In June 2014 state troopers received a report of counterfeit gold being sold... Read More.

Guthrie Robert Packer Celebrates 130 Years

Tuesday, March 17 by WEBO Radio

The oldest hospital in the region celebrated its 130th Birthday on Monday. Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre operates a health care system that serves more than 200,000 people in 11 counties. The hospital had just 34 patients when the hospital first opened in 1885.... Read More.

Union Center Home Heavily Damaged by Fire

Monday, March 16 by WEBO Radio

A house in Broome County suffered significant damage after a fire yesterday afternoon. A call came in at approximately 2:40 for a fire at 125 Old Newark Valley Road in Union Center. According to dispatch, flames were visible from Route 38. Numerous stations responded... Read More.

Binghamton Mayor Announces Relief Plan for Frozen Pipe Victims

Monday, March 16 by WEBO Radio

Binghamton Mayor Rich David announced a water bill relief plan yesterday for residents impacted by frozen pipes. The assistance plan would be available to any property owner who has reported frozen pipes to the City. As part of the City's emergency repair process to... Read More.