Space Heater Causes Fire in Whitney Point

Space heaters present a higher risk for house fires, especially this time of year. Fire officials said that's what caused home to catch fire in Whitney Point. It happened just before 7 p.m. last night on Collins Street. Investigators say a... Read More.

School Threat Made in Afton, Chenango County

Officials are working hard to keep schools safe after a threat is made in Afton. Those close to the situation say an Afton student made a verbal threat at approximately 8:30 p.m. Wednesday during an after school activity. The minor was detained... Read More.

Lisle Man Admins to Multiple Bank Robberies

A Lisle man admits to robbing a series of banks in three different counties in New York and Pennsylvania. 44-year-old Samuel Parrotti, of Lisle, plead guilty in U.S. District Court in Binghamton. Parrotti admitted to four different bank robberies, which happend last summer between... Read More.

Remembering Captain Matthew Porcari

The Owego Fire Department, established in the 1840’s, is a volunteer fire department comprised of five companies. These five companies consist of three engine, one tower, and one heavy rescue company. Under the umbrella of the Owego Fire Department is also the Emergency... Read More.

The Obituary of Captain Matthew Porcari

Owego, New York: Matthew Porcari, 34, passed away on Monday, January 22, 2013. Matthew was predeceased by his father, John Porcari; paternal grandfather, Peter Porcari; maternal grandparents, Lester and Jeanne Dunham; uncle, William Eschler. He is survived by his wife, Christina Porcari; children, Tierney Walter,... Read More.

Fatal Fire Cause Determined as Electrical

Officials have released the cause of the fire that took an Owego fireman's life earlier this week, and injured another. Investigators say it was an electrical fire that started in a shed next to the home on Chamberlain Road in Newark Valley. They say there... Read More.

Funeral Arrangements for Captain Matthew Porcari

Meanwhile, funeral arrangements for Captain Pocari have been announced. They will be held this weekend. Calling Hours will happen on Saturday from Noon to 4 p.m. at the Owego Middle School Gymnasium. The Funeral will happen on Sunday beginning at 2... Read More.

Donation Information for Captain Porcari

The family has requested that any donations in memory of Captain Porcari be made to the: Porcari Children Memorial Fund at the First Niagara Bank, 18 Lake Street, Owego. He is survived by his wife Christina, two children, and three step children. Donations can... Read More.

Fire Damaged SUNY Oneonta Dorm Reopens Friday

A SUNY Oneonta dorm damaged by fire will be reopening Friday morning. Flames tore through one of the suites in Matteson Hall. Students have been staying at a nearby Holiday Inn and will be shuttled back to their dorm midday Friday. ... Read More.

Union-Endicott Scchool District Hold Budget Workshops

Taxpayers in the Union-Endicott School District got their first glimpse at what will be another tough year financially. U-E held the first of four budget workshops Wednesday evening. The presentation set goals for the next school year. Benefits will be the biggest... Read More.

Horseheads Receives Grant to Repair Water Well

The Village of Horseheads is getting a lot of help from the state and federal government to repair a local water well. The flood waters from Tropical Storm Lee compromised one of the village's wells, causing the health department to order a filtration... Read More.