Firefighters battle blaze in Newark Valley

Several fire departments responded to a structure fire in Newark Valley on Wednesday morning. Firefighters from Newark Valley, Campville, Owego, Union Center and Berkshire responded to the home on Miller Road. The cause of the fire is under investigation. No further information has been released.

One person shot in officer-involved shooting

One person was shot in an officer-involved shooting in Vestal on Wednesday. According to the Vestal Police Department, the incident occurred at around 11:36 a.m. on Sequoia Lane. Officers responded to a report of an individual experiencing a mental health crisis. Police said a man was in... Read More.

Community Shop in Owego to close this spring

A longtime Owego business will be closing its doors this spring. The owners of the Community Shop on North Ave. announced on its Facebook page that they will retire after 65 years in business. The store will close its doors on Thursday, April 30. Look for more... Read More.
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J. Crew Factory store coming to Vestal

A new clothing store is coming to Vestal. The J. Crew Factory will sell clothing and accessories at a lower price point while still offering the J. Crew style. The store is opening in Vestal Town Square next to the AMC Theaters. The J. Crew Factory has... Read More.

Former Tops plaza in Elmira has new owner

The former Tops Markets Plaza on Elmira's Southside has a new owner. According to WETM-TV, the property at 299 South Main Street in Elmira was sold last month for around $1.7 million dollars to an LLC connected to a company called Rural King. The company describes... Read More.

Fire breaks out at Dunkin’ in Horseheads

Firefighters battled a fire at the Dunkin’ location on Chambers Road in Horseheads early Thursday morning. The fire was reported at around 5:30 am. Photos from the scene show the building fully engulfed in flames. A portion of Chambers Road has been closed while first responders work... Read More.
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SNAP work requirements to change on March 1

Changes are coming to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program work requirements. Starting on March 1, people who are able to work and do not have a child under 14 years old living with them will have to work 80 hours a month to receive benefits. People... Read More.

Athens Alumni Basketball Games set for Saturday

The third annual Athens Alumni Basketball Game will raise money for a good cause this weekend. The event will tip off at 5 p.m. on Saturday with two games featuring alumni teams taking on the varsity boys and girls squads. There will also be in-game contests,... Read More.
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Cause of recent Southport fire revealed

The cause of a recent fire in Southport has been determined. According to the Southport Fire Department, the cause of the fire on Southport Ave. on Wednesday, Feb. 18 was smoking a cigarette while hooked up to an oxygen tank. Two people were injured and taken... Read More.