NYSP close investigation into New Year’s explosion

New York State Police have closed their investigation into the explosion in the Town of Tioga that shook the local area on New Year's Eve. State Police say no charges will be levied on the people responsible, because the substance used to cause the... Read More.

Tioga Women Lead hold January workshop

Tioga Women Lead is holding a special event later this month to encourage and empower women in our community in the new year. The upcoming special event is being held at the Owego Treadway Banquet and Conference Center on January 25th from noon... Read More.

Former BU Asst Police Chief receives campus award

A former Binghamton University Assistant Police Chief was awarded the highest university honor during a special ceremony earlier this week. Former Assistant Chief William "Bill" Dunn was awarded the University Medal following 36 years of service. Dunn first started as a Campus Safety Officer... Read More.

Kitchen Store announces new website and cooking classes

The Kitchen Store on North Avenue in Owego is celebrating the new year with a whole new set of cooking classes. Cooking classes through February are posted on the class calendar of The Kitchen Store's new website, KitchenStoreNY.com.   Sue from the Kitchen... Read More.

OFD mourns passing of member

The Owego Fire Department is mourning the sudden passing of one of its members. Chris Franz passed away suddenly this week at the age of 37. The proud member of Company 3 volunteered for many different department events, and took great pride in the appearance... Read More.

Macy’s in JC set to close this year

Macy's at the Oakdale Mall in Johnson City is now set to close by the end of this year. The local store closure is just 1 of 68 following what the company is describing as a disappointing holiday season. Macy's plans on closing stores... Read More.

Sen. Akshar wants to hear your input on Cuomo’s plan

A day after Gov. Andrew Cuomo proposed a plan to provide free tuition at state colleges and universities, State Senator Fred Akshar is asking for the public's opinion on the idea. The plan, called the "Excelsior Scholarship" would provide free tuition... Read More.

NYS all-state football teams announced

The New York State Sportswriter's Association announced all-state football teams for Classes B, C, and D today. State champion Newark Valley had five players selected to the Class C first-team: David Crow, Trentyn Rupert, AJ Coleman, Jake Payne, and Brett Stewart.... Read More.

Tioga ASAP holding discussion in Nichols Tuesday

Tioga Allies in Substance Abuse Prevention, or Tioga ASAP, is holding its first-ever community panel discussion in Nichols next Tuesday. The "Nichols Community Talks about Substance Abuse" panel night will include a variety of professionals surrounding the issue of substance abuse. The community is... Read More.

Authorities discover source of NYE explosion

Authorities have located the source of the large explosion heard and felt across the Twin Tiers on Saturday. According to New York State Police, they have located a large blast site in a field off of Diamond Valley Road in the Town of Tioga.... Read More.