Binghamton Schools Reopen After Lockout

FROM BINGHAMTON SCHOOL DISTRICT:Today, Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019,  Calvin Coolidge Elementary School and East Middle School were put under lockout for approximately 45 minutes. A lockout is when nobody is permitted to enter or leave the building. This lockout was under the direction of... Read More.

Akshar Cosponsoring Ethics Amendment

State Senator Fred Akshar is cosponsoring legislation with Democratic Party Senator Liz Krueger to establish a new, non-partisan and independent regulatory and investigatory body to oversee the legislative and executive branches of state government. The Anti-Corruption Constitutional Amendment would replace the Joint Commission on... Read More.

Officials Identify Victim of Candor Accident

The Tioga County Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim of the one car crash on Route 96 in Candor on Monday. 58-year-old Kevin Robinson was driving north and went of the westerly side of the highway and struck several objects, including a utility pole.... Read More.

No Injuries in Route 17 Tractor Trailer Crash

There was a tractor trailer accident on Route 17 eastbound on Tuesday at about 7AM. The crash occurred in Nichols, between exits 62 and 63. No injuries were reported, but the left lane and shoulder were shut down for several hours as the tractor... Read More.

One Fatality in Route 96 Crash in Candor

One person has died in a Monday afternoon motor vehicle accident on Route 96 in the Town of Candor. The crash occurred near 1296 Owego Road, between Anderson Hill Road and Dominic Road. The road was completely blocked, and traffic was being detoured. The... Read More.

Two Firefighters Injured in Town of Maine Fire

Two firefighters were injured in a Monday morning house fire on Fredericks Road in the Town of Maine. The firefighters fell through the floorboards upon entering the residence. The injuries were not considered serious, but both firefighters were taken to the hospital for evaluation.... Read More.

250 Cows Die in Oneida County Barn Fire

A barn fire in the Town of Trenton, Oneida County, killed 250 cows. The fire at the Jones Family Farm started at about 11:00AM on Sunday. There were no injuries to any of the people involved. The fire is under investigation but is not... Read More.

Floyd Hooker Grants Announced

The Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers has approved the 2018 Floyd Hooker youth grants for Tioga County NY. The awards total $21,860 to 6 non-profit organizations. The recipients are:Tioga County Council on the Arts - $1,750Christian Activities Network - $4,110Food Bank of the... Read More.

NY Urges Cautious Driving in Wintry Weather

The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services today urged New Yorkers in Finger Lakes, Southern Tier and Central New York regions to prepare for snow and mixed precipitation starting late Monday. A mix of snow showers, sleet, light freezing rain... Read More.