WEBO Radio, Author at MyHometownToday.com

Train Hits Stuck Tractor Trailer in Barton

Tuesday, March 8 by WEBO Radio

Anthony Eddy, 57, of Ontario, Canada was injured in a Sunday night train and tractor trailer collision in Barton. A truck belonging to Revilo Transit became stuck on the tracks and was struck by a Norfolk-Southern freight train at about 11PM. Eddy was taken to Robert... Read More.

Deceptive 'Debt Settlement' Company Busted

Tuesday, March 8 by WEBO Radio

Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has announced a major settlement that will refund money to more than 5,000 New Yorkers across the state who were defrauded by a deceptive debt settlement company. Freedom Debt Relief misled debt-saddled consumers about the amount of money they would save... Read More.

Steven Pieper to be Sentenced Tuesday in Murder of Ex-Girlfriend

Tuesday, March 8 by WEBO Radio

The Town of Clay man accused of killing his ex-girlfriend last November will be sentenced Tuesday. As part of a plea deal, Steven Pieper, 21, faces 23 years to life in prison. Pieper pleaded guilty last month to a charge of murder in the death of... Read More.

Broome County Firefighters' "Firefighter of the Year"

Tuesday, March 8 by WEBO Radio

The Broome County Firefighters' Association handed out their annual William Grace "Firefighter of the Year" Award at their March meeting held at the Harpursville fire station March 4th. Harpursville Chief Jeff Buckler was given the award for his outstanding dedicated service to his fire department. This... Read More.

Binghamton State of Emergency Extended to Midnight

Monday, March 7 by WEBO Radio

Mayor Matt Ryan, on the recommendation of public safety officials, has extended the City of Binghamton’s State of Emergency until midnight tonight. Until then, City streets will remain closed to all motorists except for emergency vehicles. “We’re taking all precautions to ensure that our streets are... Read More.

State of Emergency Across Broome County Lifted at 5PM, Some Municipalities Extend Until Midnight

Monday, March 7 by WEBO Radio

Broome County Executive Barbara Fiala, on the recommendation of the County Office of Emergency Services, is lifting the State of Emergency across Broome County. Reports from across the county indicate that the need for a State of Emergency is no longer necessary across most of... Read More.

Flood Warning Ended for Vestal, Continues for Waverly/Sayre

Monday, March 7 by WEBO Radio

The Flood Warning continues for the Susquehanna River at Waverly/Sayre. * At 4:00 PM Monday the stage was 11.9 feet. Flood stage is 11.0 feet. * Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * Forecast... the river will continue to fall to below flood... Read More.

Update: Flood Warnings Continue for Wayerly/Sayre and Vestal

Monday, March 7 by WEBO Radio

The Flood Warning continues for the Susquehanna River at Waverly/Sayre. * At 2:00 am Monday the stage was 12.5 feet. Flood stage is 11.0 feet. * Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * Forecast... the river will crest around 12.6 feet this morning. The river... Read More.

Lockheed Martin Workers in Georgia Vote NOT to Strike

Monday, March 7 by WEBO Radio

Lockheed Martin Union members in Marietta Georgia are returning to the job this morning after narrowly rejecting a proposed strike last night. The Union Local had recommended a strike; Union leaders had issues with pension and health insurance provisions in the contract proposal. About 3,000 members... Read More.

Flood Warnings Issued for Waverly/Sayre and Vestal

Monday, March 7 by WEBO Radio

The National Weather Dervice has issued flood warnings for both Waverly/Sayre and Vestal. The warning for the Susquehanna River at Waverly/Sayre is in effect until Wednesday morning, or until the warning is canceled. At 4:00 PM Sunday the stage was 10.3 feet; Flood stage is 11.0... Read More.

Man on Bicycle Attempts to Rob Corning Bank

Monday, March 7 by WEBO Radio

A man on a bicycle rode up to a drive-in teller and passed a note to the teller demanding money. The robbery attempt was made at a Corning branch of the Chemung Canal Trust on Friday. The teller phoned 911, and the bicycler rode away empty... Read More.

Man Dies in Tompkins County House Fire

Monday, March 7 by WEBO Radio

Ryan Burris, 28, of Lansing, Tompkins County died Saturday morning in a fire at his home. Three other residents of the house were able to escape with minor burns and smoke inhalation injuries. Emergency crews found Burris dead when they arrived at 88 Buck Road at... Read More.