Pat McDonald, Author at MyHometownToday.com

Elmira man arrested in Chemung County as fugitive from justice out of Pennsylvania

Friday, July 11 by Pat McDonald

An Elmira man has been arrested in Chemung County as a fugitive from justice out of Pennsylvania. According to the Chemung County Sheriff's Office, 30-year-old Kyle D. Lowry was wanted out of Bradford County for two counts of felony Criminal Use of a Communication Facility,... Read More.

Towanda Porchfest returns in September

Friday, July 11 by Pat McDonald

Towanda Porchfest will return to downtown Towanda in September. The annual event will be held on Saturday, Sept. 6 from noon to 7 p.m., and will feature live music on front lawns and porches throughout Towanda Borough. Musicians can sign up to perform at the 2025... Read More.

NY State Police issue 10,000 tickets over July 4th weekend

Friday, July 11 by Pat McDonald

The New York State Police announced that they issued over 10,000 tickets during their annual Fourth of July Stop DWI campaign. The state police ran the campaign from Thursday through Sunday last weekend. Troopers set up sobriety checkpoints and increased patrols for DWI and drivers using... Read More.

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Battle of the Bands returns this weekend in Horseheads

Friday, July 11 by Pat McDonald

The Battle of the Bands kicks off at the Chemung County Fairgrounds this weekend. The event will return to Horseheads with preliminary rounds on Saturday, July 12 and Saturday, July 19. Gates will open at 3 p.m. with bands starting to hit the stage at 4.... Read More.

Square dancing coming to Owego Elks next weekend

Friday, July 11 by Pat McDonald

The Owego Elks Club will host an afternoon of square dancing next weekend. The free event will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 19 at the Elks Club, located at 223 Front Stret in Owego. The Geneseo String Band will perform, and... Read More.

Dick’s Open kicks off today in Endicott

Friday, July 11 by Pat McDonald

The 2025 Dick's Open kicks off this morning at En-Joie Golf Club in Endicott. This year's tournament will feature many golf legends, including John Daly, David Duval, Ernie Els, Fred Funk and Corey Pavin. Unfortunately, three-time defending Dick's Open champion Padraig Harrington will not be playing... Read More.

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Corning-Painted Post Airport receives $731,000 grant to improve runway

Friday, July 11 by Pat McDonald

The Corning-Painted Post Airport is receiving federal funding for runway improvements. According to Congressman Nick Langworthy, the local airport will get over $731,000 through an FAA Grant awarded to the Town of Erwin Industrial Development Agency. The money will go towards fixing over 3,200 feet of... Read More.

Congressman Meuser will not run for governor; Garrity will announce decision soon

Thursday, July 10 by Pat McDonald

Congressman Dan Meuser has announced that he will not seek the Republican nomination for Pennsylvania Governor. Meuser made the announcement this week that he won't challenge incumbent Gov. Josh Shapiro in the 2026 race. President Donald Trump had announced he would back Meuser in the race... Read More.

Towanda woman facing charges after allegedly cuttking off ankle monitor, assaulting police

Thursday, July 10 by Pat McDonald

A Towanda woman is facing charges after she allegedly cut off her ankle monitor and assaulted police. According to the Pennsylvania State Police, 39-year-old Fawn Greene has been charged with three counts of felony aggravated assault, two counts of institutional vandalism of an educational facility,... Read More.

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GVCC to hold first annual Rummage and Relics Yard Sale on July 26

Thursday, July 10 by Pat McDonald

The Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce will hold its first annual Rummage and Relics Yard Sale later this month. The event will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 26th at the GVCC office, located at 109 Chemung Street in Waverly. There... Read More.

Community blood drive set for July 28 in Athens

Thursday, July 10 by Pat McDonald

A community blood drive is set for later this month at Athens High School. The blood drive will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. on Monday, July 28th. Call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblod.org and enter Athens to schedule your appointment. The community blood drive is... Read More.

Tioga County receives major grant for possible new county office building

Thursday, July 10 by Pat McDonald

Tioga County has received a major grant that could help build a new county office building in the future. According to News Channel 34, the county is getting $1 million to purchase and demolish the former Walgreens building on Main Street. The funds are coming from... Read More.

Author: Pat McDonald

Elmira man arrested in Chemung County as fugitive from justice out of Pennsylvania

Towanda Porchfest returns in September

NY State Police issue 10,000 tickets over July 4th weekend

Battle of the Bands returns this weekend in Horseheads

Square dancing coming to Owego Elks next weekend

Dick’s Open kicks off today in Endicott

Corning-Painted Post Airport receives $731,000 grant to improve runway

Congressman Meuser will not run for governor; Garrity will announce decision soon

Towanda woman facing charges after allegedly cuttking off ankle monitor, assaulting police

GVCC to hold first annual Rummage and Relics Yard Sale on July 26

Community blood drive set for July 28 in Athens

Tioga County receives major grant for possible new county office building

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