Playground project moving forward in Sayre

The plans for a new playground in downtown Sayre are moving forward. According to the Morning Times, First Citizens Community Bank has officially transferred ownership of the property on the corner of Allison Street and West Lockhart Street to Sayre Borough. The Friends of the Valley... Read More.

Fire damages home in Nichols

Several fire departments responded to a house fire in Nichols on Wednesday. The fire broke out at around 6 am on Walnut Street. There have been no injuries reported from the incident, but the house suffered heavy damage. Firefighters from Nichols, Tioga Center, Owego, Windham, Athens Township... Read More.
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Riley introduces No Bonuses for Utility Executives Act

Congressman Josh Riley (NY-19) and Congressman Jeff Van Drew (NJ-02) have introduced the bipartisan No Bonuses for Utility Executives Act, which prohibits utility company executives from receiving bonuses whenever they raise rates faster than inflation. “Upstate New Yorkers are getting crushed by high utility bills,” said... Read More.
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Homeowner detains burglary suspect with snow shovel

An Endicott man is facing felony charges after being caught in the act by the homeowner while he attempted his second burglary of the night in the Town of Union. On Sunday, December 7, at approximately 5:00 p.m., Broome County Sheriff’s Road Patrol deputies responded... Read More.

Elmira College to offer cannabis certificate programs in 2026

Elmira College will soon be offering new certificate programs related to the cannabis industry. The school is offering six different programs: Cannabis Associate Certificate, Cannabis Cultivation Specialist, Cannabis Product Development Specialist, Cannabis Retail and Sales Specialist, Cannabis Compliance Specialist and Medical Cannabis Specialist. Most of the... Read More.