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Lockheed Martin in Line to Receive $2 Billion in Federal Contracts

Thursday, September 20

The 2019 Defense Appropriations bill is expected to bring $2 billion in contracts to Lockheed Martin in Owego. Senator Charles Schumer said yesterday that the bi-partisan bill includes $1.1 billion for the CRH Combat... Read More.

TCCC Receives Truman Foundation Grant

Thursday, September 20

Tompkins Cortland Community College has been awarded a $15,000 grant from the Owego-based Mildred Faulkner Truman Foundation. The money will be used to provide financial assistance to Tioga County residents attending the College during... Read More.

UPDATED: Former WEBO Broadcaster Grace Penny Passes Away

Wednesday, September 19

It is with great sadness that WEBO announces the passing of Grace Penny. Grace and her husband Frank were co-owners of WEBO radio for most of the 1960’s, 70’s and 80’s. Grace was a... Read More.

Tioga County’s Unnecessary Travel Advisory Lifted

Wednesday, September 19

Tioga County has lifted the “unnecessary travel advisory” that went into effect early Tuesday morning. As of 3PM Tuesday afternoon regular travel was permitted, however the state of emergency remains in effect until... Read More.

Unused Railroad Bridge Collapses in Tioga

Wednesday, September 19

A railroad bridge in the Town of Tioga, near Latimer Road, collapsed Tuesday morning. The bridge was no longer used for rail traffic. It was used by pedestrians. A nearby rail bridge was closed... Read More.

Tioga County Road Closings as of 3PM Tuesday

Tuesday, September 18

Roads Closed as of 3PM Tuesday: Spencer: East Spencer Rd – water over road Sam Brown & Hamilton Valley Rd. - flooded VanEtten Rd @ Kline Rd – water over the road West Hill Rd – water over the... Read More.

Pictures: Current Condition of Owego Underpass

Tuesday, September 18

Here are some pictures of the underpass on North Avenue in Owego. It appears that the water has subsided but we are now left with flood mud. The roadway is slippery and the... Read More.

Hickories Park in Owego Closed

Tuesday, September 18

The Town of Owego has closed the North part of Hickories Park including the Dog Park due to high water conditions. This closure will remain in effect until further notice. Stay tuned... Read More.

Flash Flooding at Rt. 96 at Turners Bridge in Owego

Tuesday, September 18

State of Emergency: Tioga County, New York

Tuesday, September 18

Tioga County Legislative Deputy Chair Dale Weston has declared a STATE OF EMERGENCY effective at 6:00 AM September 18, 2018 for Tioga County due to flash flooding. Tioga County Director of Emergency Services Michael Simmons... Read More.