BU will build a new research building in JC

While construction continues on their new pharmacy school, Binghamton University announced plans yesterday for a $15 million research and development facility to be built next to the school in Johnson City. The state-of-the-art facility will allow students to get hands-on research... Read More.

Horse qualifiers at Tioga Downs Friday

The first step for the horse racing season at Tioga Downs will be held Friday, as horses are invited for the first round of qualifiers at the track. Qualifiers will begin at noon. Two additional qualifiers will be held at noon... Read More.

Tioga Arts and Agriculture Trail coming soon

A new event is in the planning stages to highlight arts and agriculture in Tioga County. The idea behind the first-ever Tioga Arts and Agriculture Trail is to showcase what artists and farmers do every day in the studios and farmland.... Read More.

Tioga County receives Land Bank designation

Tioga County has received what is called a Land Bank designation ... one of only 20 across New York State. Tioga County Economic Development and Planning has formed the necessary nonprofit organization that will take a look at what can be... Read More.

Rumble Ponies to go alcohol-free for tonight’s game

NYSEG Stadium will be alcohol-free for tonight's Binghamton Rumble Ponies game. It's part of the team's new "We Care Wednesdays" initiative, where they will partner with a different community organization for home games on Wednesdays. Tonight, they will partner with the... Read More.

Industrial Hemp Summit held in Ithaca

The first-ever Industrial Hemp Summit was held at Cornell University yesterday. Farmers, researchers and industry leaders met with state officials to identify growth challenges and explore new opportunities through research. They came up with a plan to expand research into industrial uses of hemp,... Read More.

New FedEx center open in Lounsberry

The brand new FedEx Freight Service Center is now open in Lounsberry. Congressman Tom Reed and other elected officials cut the ribbon yesterday at the location on Buck Road, which is just off Stanton Hill Road near the Best Buy Distribution Center. The new... Read More.

Open Burn Ban in NY until May 14

After a large brush fire was reported in northern Tioga County last weekend and other areas around the state, all New Yorkers are reminded that an outdoor burn ban remains in effect until May 14. The DEC says there is moderate fire danger for... Read More.

Owego Village Board considering ways to save money

Many financial items were brought up for discussion during a packed Village of Owego Board Meeting last night. Mayor Steve May says the village's expenses are more than their tax revenue, so they have look at some measures to reduce expenditures.... Read More.