OA Students will Perform “Wonderful Town”

Owego-Apalachin students will be performing the musical "Wonderful Town" on February 19th, 20th, and 21st at Owego Free Academy. The musical is follows two sisters as they travel to New York City attempting to find careers. Students have been rehearsing since November.   The performance will... Read More.

Tioga State Bank to Open Offices on Lake Street in Owego

Tioga State Bank will soon be opening an investment services office on Lake Street in Owego. The office at 18 Lake Street will provide space for two investment management specialists. These specialists will be able to offer you financial planning options,... Read More.

Disabled Veteran Dies in House Fire

A man has died as a result of a house fire in Springfield Township. 82-year-old Harry Neece was unable to escape the burning home on Sawyer Road. Neece was a disabled veteran, confined to a wheelchair. A female, children, and pets were also in... Read More.

All You Can Eat Super Pancake Breakfast Benefit

The Tioga County Rural Ministry is holding an "All You Can Eat" Super Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, February 7th from 8am until noon. The breakfast will be held at Tioga Opportunities at 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd. in Owego. It will include:... Read More.

Senator Akshar Unveils Revitalization Package for Small Businesses

Senator Fred Akshar has introduced his first three legislative proposals as New York State Senator. Senator Akshar has unveiled what he calls his "Small Business Job Revitalization Package." In this legislative package, Senator Akshar proposes three pieces which aim at helping small businesses in... Read More.

More Information Released in Johnson City Standoff

The Johnson City Police Department has released details on the standoff which occurred late last week at 19 Main Street. 27-year-old Alpha Ketchatcham of Johnson City is accused of holding a female and 2-year-old against their will. Authorities were originally contacted after the female... Read More.

Food Bank Fundraiser Kicks Off

The Food Bank of the Southern Tier has officially kicked off their 22nd annual Check Out Hunger fundraising campaign. Donation coupons can be purchased at Top's Friendly Markets and Wegman's, and come in increments of $2, $3, and $5. Last year, the campaign raised... Read More.

Standoff in Johnson City Ends This Morning

After over an hour-long standoff on Main Street in Johnson City, police have led a man away in handcuffs at about 7am this morning. The standoff occurred at 19 Main Street in Johnson City. Johnson City Police Chief Brent Dodge says that both a... Read More.

Village of Waverly Discusses Broad Street Revitalization

A public meeting was held in Waverly yesterday. Waverly Mayor Dan Leary, Village Trustee Chris Brewster, and deputy director of the Tioga County Department of Economic Development and Planning, Teresa Saraceno were all on hand to answer public questions concerning the... Read More.

Hospital in Troy to Be Affected by Budget Cuts

State budget cuts could affect a local hospital by hundreds of thousands of dollars. Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf recently cut $17.5 Million in state funds to hospitals all over Pennsylvania through an in-line veto. The Guthrie Troy Community Hospital is expecting to lose about... Read More.

Two Sayre School District Members Pass Away in Past Week

Two Sayre School District staff members passed away this week in separate incidents. As we reported yesterday, wrestling coach Chad Sindoni died in a one-car crash Tuesday morning in the Town of Tioga. Sindoni's vehicle left the roadway for unknown reasons and collided with... Read More.