Four Regional Fire Departments Receive Federal Funds

Four area fire departments have received nearly $500,000 in federal grants to support their mission. Spencer received $208,000 for turnout gear and breathing devices. Harpursville received $157,000 for vehicle extraction tools. West Corners received $86,000 for a diesel exhaust system for their fire station.... Read More.

Revered Cornell Lacrosse Coach to Appear in Owego

Longtime Cornell University Lacrosse coach, Richie Moran, will be reading from his autobiography on Saturday the 22nd at Riverow Bookshop in Owego. Moran coached Cornel for 29 seasons. He had 3 undefeated seasons, 3 national championships, and 15 Ivy League championships. The event is... Read More.

State Police Issue Drawing of Ithaca Suspect

On Monday, we reported that there was an incident in Ithaca, where a man approached a teenage girl in a vehicle, tried to grab her, and then attempted to pursue her on foot. The State Police has now issued an artist’s drawing of the... Read More.

Binghamton Zoo to Honor International Red Panda Day

In honor of International Red Panda Day, The Binghamton Zoo will be conducting a conservation weekend on September 15th and 16th. Activities will include a scavenger hunt, red panda themed crafts, a book sale, and others. It’s possible that the zoo’s 2-month-old red panda,... Read More.

Giacalone Enters Guilty Plea

The Glen Aubry man that hit a state trooper with his vehicle last January has entered a guilty plea. He had rejected the deal last week. 37-year-old James Giacalone hit the officer, while  trying to avoid arrest. He will be sentenced to 12 years... Read More.

Jimay’s Flea Market Has Reopened

Jimay’s Flea Market in Conklin has reopened for business. The business suffered serious damage and a fire during last month’s flash flooding event.

Sarah’s Paws for Cause Set for October 6th

The 5th annual Sarah’s Cause for Paws will be held October 6th at Hickories Park in Owego. The event runs from 11AM to 3PM and will be held rain or shine. The events include a dog walk, live music, pet contests, a raffle, and... Read More.

Flood Watch Issued by National Weather Service

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch until 11AM this morning. The watch is for the following counties: Chenango, Cortland, Delaware, Madison, Northern Oneida, Onondaga, Otsego, Schuyler, Seneca, Southern Cayuga, Southern Oneida, Tompkins, and Yates. Steady rain is expected to intensify, and... Read More.

September 11th Memorial Scheduled for Tuesday at 8:46AM

Owego, Campville, Southside and Apalachin and other Tioga County Fire, Emergency and Police personnel will conduct their 17th annual September 11th Memorial tomorrow at 8:46AM in Hickories Park.The ceremony will especially remember former Town of Owego Resident Derek James Statkevicus.  He was a Vestal... Read More.

Athens School District To Close for a Week

The Athens School District in Pennsylvania will be closed for a week, beginning today, September 7th until Friday September 14th. At 4PM yesterday, the district was notified that a room at Harlan Rowe Middle School had visible signs of mold. While visual evidence was... Read More.