News Archives - Page 155 of 1036 - MyHometownToday.com

Scam alert: Broome County Sheriff’s Office warns of scam phone calls

Monday, February 24 by Pat McDonald

Scammers impersonating Sheriff’s detectives and deputies are again contacting Broome County residents in an effort to solicit money and gift cards from unsuspecting victims. Residents are reminded not to provide credit card or other payment information over the phone to anyone claiming to be... Read More.

Towanda advances to Scholarship Challenge finals

Monday, February 24 by Pat McDonald

The Towanda Black Knights punched their ticket to the Scholarship Challenge finals on Saturday.Towanda took down Tioga Central in the opening round on Saturday, while Newark Valley beat Owego. In the final match of the day, Towanda picked up the win over Newark Valley... Read More.

Local contractor charged after allegedly not finishing job in Southport

Monday, February 24 by Pat McDonald

A local contractor has been charged after he allegedly took money from a customer and did not finish the job.25-year-old Shane Adams is facing a felony grand larceny charge for the incident in the Town of Southport.According to the Chemung County Sheriff’s Office, a... Read More.

Seven people charged with murder in connection with trans man’s death

Monday, February 24 by Pat McDonald

Seven people have now been charged in connection with the murder of a trans man in Yates County.New York State Police announced the arrests of two more people on Friday. 29-year-old Kimberly Sochia of Canandaigua and 21-year-old Thomas Eaves of Geneva have been charged... Read More.

Campville firefighters become certified ice rescue technicians

Monday, February 24 by Pat McDonald

Members of the Campville Fire Department have completed training to become officially New York State Certified Ice Rescue Technicians.According to the department, the firefighters battled freezing temperatures, tested their limits and sharpened the lifesaving skills needed to perform in extreme conditions.The department said in... Read More.

Riley returns home for swearing in ceremony

Monday, February 24 by Pat McDonald

Congressman Josh Riley returned to his hometown of Endicott on Saturday for a swearing in ceremony.Riley was sworn in to represent the 19th congressional district by his former teacher, Lynda Deluca, in a ceremony at the Village of Endicott Welcome Center.The Democrat beat incumbent Republican... Read More.

Catholic Charities of Tompkins/Tioga to hold soup fundraiser

Monday, February 24 by Pat McDonald

The Catholic Charities of Tompkins and Tioga Counties will host its first ever Empty Bowls Fundraiser this weekend.The soup luncheon will be held on Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Owego Elks Lodge.The money raised will go to the organization’s food... Read More.

Fire damages Bath home

Monday, February 24 by Pat McDonald

A home in Bath was damaged during a chimney fire on Thursday afternoon.According to the Bath Volunteer fire Department, the fire started just after 4 p.m. at a home on County Route 11.The fire started in the chimney, but quickly spread through about half... Read More.

Hundreds gather to mourn fallen Binghamton firefighter

Thursday, February 20 by Pat McDonald

Hundreds of people gathered to remember Binghamton firefighter John JR Gaudet on Wednesday morning.Gaudet was killed in the line of duty during a fire on Main Street in Binghamton on Feb. 12.Firefighters from throughout the Twin Tiers gathered at the St. Thomas Aquinas Church... Read More.

Corrections officers at Elmira jail protesting working conditions

Thursday, February 20 by Pat McDonald

A group of Corrections officers from the Elmira Correctional Facility have spent this week protesting outside of the jail, saying their working conditions are unsafe.The biggest issues for the corrections officers are safety, staffing shortages and the impact of the HALT Act, which restricts... Read More.

Sayre man accused of sexually assaulting child

Thursday, February 20 by Pat McDonald

A Sayre man is accused of sexually assaulting a child over five years ago in Athens Borough.According to police, 42-year-old Timothy R. Gainous is accused of inappropriately touching a girl between the ages of 6 and 9 years old between 2016 and 2019.Gainous was... Read More.

Tioga County Sheriff’s Office looking for fugitive

Thursday, February 20 by Pat McDonald

The Tioga County Sheriff’s Office is searching for an Owego man who is wanted in Pennsylvania for burglary and other related crimes.According to police, a warrant was issued for 31-year-old Nicholas R. Whitmarsh on Jan. 22.The Tioga County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a joint... Read More.