Barn Fire in Newark Valley
A barn was destroyed by fire in Newark Valley Wednesday night. There were no reported injuries in the 10PM fire. The family home suffered heat damage, but remains habitable. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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FEMA Assessing Cost of Damage Due to Flooding
Technical assistance teams from FEMA have begun Preliminary Damage Assessments in eight counties impacted by severe flooding in early August. The assessments will determine if the total amount of damage meets the requirement for federal aid which is $28.29 million. If the damage costs... Read More.
Suspect Arrested in Fatal Cortland Stabbing
A suspect has been arrested in the fatal stabbing of 28-year-old Damian Grant in Cortland. 32-year-old Andrew Pilcher is alleged to have stabbed Grant during a fight outside the suspect’s apartment. Pilcher is a local tattoo artist in Cortland. Police have not determined what... Read More.
Two Arrested Following Execution of Search Warrant
The execution of a search warrant in Binghamton has led to the arrest of 27-year-old Terrell Cochrane of Binghamton. Police found heroin, a small amount of meth, a stolen handgun, and drug packaging materials. The suspect was charged with six felonies involving Criminal Possession... Read More.
Heat Advisory in Effect Until 8PM
The National Weather Service in Binghamton is continuing its heat advisory until 8PM tonight. The heat index values are again expected to reach close to 100 with temperatures in the 90s. The highest heat indices will be from mid to late afternoon. The combination... Read More.
Driver in Fatal Accident Identified as Chenango Valley Teacher
The driver who died in the Town of Fenton motor vehicle accident has been identified as 48-year-old Matthew Stanton of Port Dickenson. Mr. Stanton was a middle school and high school teacher in the Chenango Valley Central School District in a 20-year career. The... Read More.
Homeowner Arrested Following Fire
An investigation into a house fire on Wayne Street in the Town of Union has resulted in the arrest of the homeowner. 32-year-old Brent Fallon has been charged with felony Unlawful Manufacture of Methamphetamine. The residence was a total loss. Investigators found precursors for... Read More.
September Recognized as Suicide Prevention Month
The Tioga County Veterans’ Service Agency and Tioga County will recognize September as “Suicide Prevention Awareness Month”. This recognition will include an exhibit called ‘Field of the Forgotten Fallen. The exhibit will open Tuesday, September 4th at 9AM on the lawn of the County... Read More.
Heat Index To Hit Nearly 100 Tuesday
The heat index is expected to reach the nineties to near 100 again today and Wednesday. This period of hot weather will result in an increased risk of heat stress and heat-related illness. People who are susceptible to heat related illnesses including young children, the... Read More.
Love Triangle Led to Town of Dickenson Stabbing
There is an update on the stabbing that took place in the Town of Dickenson last Friday. 34-year-old Kareem Gibson was arrested for stabbing two people at a hotel. Apparently, a love triangle was the cause of the altercation that resulted in the stabbings.... Read More.
Two Injured in Newark Valley Head-On Collission
Two people were injured in a head-on collision on Ketchumville Road in Newark Valley.The accident happened at about 2:45PM yesterday. One person in each vehicle was injured. One person was transported to the hospital by helicopter. Neither person was identified, and the extent of... Read More.
Update on Two Area Motor Vehicle Accidents
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office has released the results of their investigation into a fatal crash on Route 369 in the town of Fenton. Officials believe that speed and alcohol were factors in the crash. A Chevy Equinox left the road and hit a... Read More.
