Harris Defense Calls for Mistrial

The defense called for another mistrial yesterday morning in Schoharie County Court as the seventh week of testimony began in the murder trial of Cal Harris. Due to what defense attorney Bruce Barket called "frivolous objections" by the prosecution and Judge George Bartlett "sustaining... Read More.

Binghamton Police Chief Placed on Paid Leave

Mayor Rich David announced Binghamton Police Chief Joseph Zikuski will be placed on paid administrative leave effective starting today. The mayor announced yesterday that Assistant Police Chief Bill Yeager will serve as acting Chief of Police. Binghamton Police Officer Kristi Sager is seeking damages... Read More.

Teen Dead In Spencer Head-On Crash

A teenager from Lockport is dead after a head-on collision in Tioga County on Friday night. Michael Dmochowski was driving south on Ithaca Road in Spencer when he drifted into the northbound lane and collided head-on into Gary Holmes of Spencer. Dmochowski was pronounced dead... Read More.

St Patrick’s School to Close in June

After several months of uncertainty, the decision was made Friday to close the doors of Saint Patrick’s School in Owego, following the conclusion of this academic year. Saint Patrick’s School has been in the Owego community for more than 150 years. However, decreasing enrollment... Read More.

Cross Examination of Cindy Turner Continues

The defense team for Cal Harris continued their cross-examination of Cindy Turner, the best friend of Michele Harris yesterday morning. Court ended early on Thursday, after the son of a juror was involved in a car accident. Testimony will continue Monday. Also on Monday,... Read More.

Testimony Continues in Cal Harris trial

Testimony in the Cal Harris trial continued Tuesday. A neighbor of the Harris' family testified on with some information she recalled from the night of September 11, 2001. According to Eleanor Cobb, she was awoken by her dog at the time, and soon heard... Read More.

Fatal Industrial Accident at FAHS Construction

Early yesterday morning, Binghamton Police were dispatched to FAHS Construction Group in Binghamton for a report of an industrial accident. Upon further investigation, it was found that 42-year-old Eric Willis of Nineveh died while backing an excavator out of a building. An autopsy has... Read More.

DNA Identifies Suspect in Attempted Burglary

A suspect has been arrested in connection to an attempted burglary which occurred at a Town of Barker home in June of 2014. The suspect, 29-year-old James Bezek, was arrested after authorities traced a blood sample at the crime scene back to him. Bezek... Read More.

Harassment Complaint Filed Against Cal Harris

A report from the Owego Police Department claims Cal Harris was involved in a dispute with a student from SUNY Broome. The incident occurred following a class held at the Tioga County Administrative building. Police received a harassment complaint from a student shortly before... Read More.

Pair Arrested on Drug and Weapons Charges in Nichols

State police arrested two people for drug and weapon possession after a routine traffic stop. Yesterday at approximately 4 p.m. State Police in Owego pulled over a speeding vehicle on Route 17 in Nichols. Jaron Stevens of Newburgh, and Monica Reyes from the Bronx,... Read More.