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Funeral services for Jim Raftis, Sr. set for this weekend

Friday, May 23 by Pat McDonald

A Mass of Christian Burial for Jim Raftis, Sr. will be celebrated on Saturday.The mass will be held at 11 a.m. at St. Patrick’s Church, which is located at 300 Main Street in Owego. Burial will follow at the St. Patrick Cemetery.Friends and family... Read More.

Voters decide contested races in the Valley

Thursday, May 22 by Pat McDonald

Voters took to the polls on Tuesday to determine who would be on the general election ballot in November, including many contested municipal races in the Valley.In Athens Borough, Andrea Gentile beat out Katherine Chandler by a 112 to 59 count to earn the... Read More.

Sayre Police looking for suspect who stole baby goose from Island Pond

Thursday, May 22 by Pat McDonald

Sayre Borough Police are looking for a suspect who they believe took a baby goose from Island Pond.According to police, a vehicle with multiple people inside stopped on North Wilbur Ave. and one person got out and allegedly stole a baby goose from the... Read More.

Taylor Swift Tribute by Jenna Buck set for Saturday at Sayre Theatre

Thursday, May 22 by Pat McDonald

Athens High School student and talented local singer Jenna Buck will host a benefit concert this weekend.A Taylor Swift Tribute show by Jenna Buck is set for Saturday at the Sayre Theatre.This is a free concert, but donations will be accepted with all money... Read More.

Schuyler County crash claims life of 18-year-old

Thursday, May 22 by Pat McDonald

A car accident claimed the life of an 18-year-old male on Tuesday in the Town of Cayuta in Schuyler County.According to the New York State Police, the one-car accident occurred on State Route 224 in Cayuta at around 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday.The driver was... Read More.

Spiedie Fest to host concert honoring veterans, first responders next weekend

Thursday, May 22 by Pat McDonald

Spiedie Fest will host a special concert honoring veterans and first responders next weekend.Country music star Jason Michael Carroll and local acts Jared Campbell, Alyssa Crosby and Wreckless Marci will perform in Otsiningo Park in Binghamton on Friday, May 30th.Carroll came up with the... Read More.

Tractor Supply coming to Owego

Thursday, May 22 by Pat McDonald

The Town of Owego will be getting another national chain later this year.Construction is underway on a new Tractor Supply store on Route 434, just west of Johnson’s Pools and Spas.The store will be a 22,000 square foot facility with additional outdoor space for... Read More.

Painted Post woman indicted for stealing from school organizations

Thursday, May 22 by Pat McDonald

A Steuben County Grand Jury has indicted a Painted Post woman for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars from two school organizations.According to District Attorney Brooks Baker, 35-year-old Kari Warner allegedly stole more than $25,000 from the CSEA Union and $20,000 from the Calvin U.... Read More.

Sayre School District hires new superintendent

Wednesday, May 21 by Pat McDonald

The Sayre Area School District has announced that longtime Valley resident and veteran educator Michael Wells has been selected as its new superintendent.Wells has over 20 years of experience in education, including most recently serving as an elementary school principal in Canton.He will take... Read More.

Towanda School Board approves proposed budget, final vote set for June 16

Wednesday, May 21 by Pat McDonald

The Towanda School Board approved a proposed budget for the 2025-26 school year during a meeting on Monday.The $33.9 million dollar budget includes a proposed 1 percent tax increase for residents in the district.According to The Daily Review, the proposed spending plan has a... Read More.

Voters approve Waverly school budget

Wednesday, May 21 by Pat McDonald

Voters in the Waverly Central School District approved the district’s 2025-2026 budget on Tuesday.The $47 million dollar spending plan was approved by a 305 to 109 vote. The budget includes a 3.9 percent tax increase.The bus lease proposition also passed 305 to 105.The Tioga... Read More.

Bishop wins double nomination, White and Bradley to join him on ballot for Athens School Board

Wednesday, May 21 by Pat McDonald

There will be three people on the general election ballot for Athens School Board Region 2, which covers Athens Township and Sheshequin, and has two seats open.In the Republican primary, Dustin Bishop received 255 votes and Jay White picked up 180 votes to secure... Read More.