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Police Say Muder In Corning Was Over Money And Drugs

Tuesday, June 21 by WEBO

Police say a weekend murder in Corning was over drugs and money. It happened Saturday on Park Avenue in Corning. Corning, Elmira and State Police held a news conference today. Major Mark Koss with the New York State Police says they found Clark VanEtten,... Read More.

State Workers In Binghamton Protest Pending Layoffs

Tuesday, June 21 by WEBO

Public-employee unions held rallies across the state yesterday as Gov. Andrew Cuomo plans to proceed this week with 9,800 layoffs. Cuomo is seeking $450 million in concessions from labor unions or will move ahead with the layoffs, which are slated to begin July 15.... Read More.

Police Make Two Arrests in Murder of Corning Man

Tuesday, June 21 by WEBO Radio

The New York State Police and the Corning Police have made two arrests in connection with the death of Clark VanEtten, of Corning. VanEtten was found dead in his apartment on Saturday morning June 18th. Arrested were Marland Brooks, 38, of Elmira and Samantha Smith, 28,... Read More.

OACSD: Letter to the Editor

Tuesday, June 21 by Dave Radigan

Dear Editor: Much has been said and written by residents about this year’s OA school budget and Board of Education. We would like to take this opportunity to clarify our positions and to correct some misinformation that has been circulating in the community. This is... Read More.

Revised Owego-Apalachin School District Budget Vote is Today

Tuesday, June 21 by WEBO Radio

Voters in the Owego-Apalachin School District will head to the polls Tuesday to vote on a revised school budget. The district budget failed by 30 votes back in May. The revised proposal cuts an additional $67,000 from overall spending and decreases the original tax levy increase... Read More.

O-A Graduates Ranked First in Region for College Readiness

Tuesday, June 21 by WEBO Radio

State Education’s new category puts OFA grads first in the region when it comes to “Aspirational Performance,” while graduation numbers show OA near the head of the class, too OWEGO – When New York state released its latest round of education statistics earlier this week,... Read More.

NYSEG to Inspect 17,000 Wood Poles

Tuesday, June 21 by WEBO Radio

Starting this week, NYSEG will begin the inspection of its 4,600 miles of transmission lines and more than 17,000 wood poles for decay and other damage. This week work will begin on NYSEG transmission rights of way in the company’s Lancaster and Lockport divisions and... Read More.

Senator Schumer Issues Statement on the Australian Helicopter Purchase

Tuesday, June 21 by WEBO Radio

U.S. Senator Charles Schumer has made a Statement about the Announcement of the Australian Navy purchasing Helicopters that will be manufactured at Lockheed Martin’s Owego facility. From U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer: U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer released the following statement after the announcement that the... Read More.

Type O Negative Blood Supply Drops to Critically Low Levels

Tuesday, June 21 by WEBO Radio

The supply of type O negative blood at the American Red Cross has dropped to critically low levels. Type O negative blood is always in high demand because it can be transfused to patients with any blood type, especially in emergency situations. Type O negative donors... Read More.

Australia to Purchase U.S. Navy’s MH-60R Helicopter from Lockheed Partnership

Monday, June 20 by WEBO Radio

The U.S. Navy today announced the Commonwealth of Australia has selected the MH-60R SEAHAWK® helicopter for a fleet of 24 new-generation naval combat aircraft. The Commonwealth will acquire the helicopters with associated training and logistical support via the U.S. Government’s Foreign Military Sales program. The Team... Read More.

Sheriff Howard Announces He Will Seek Re-Election

Monday, June 20 by WEBO

Tioga County Sheriff Gary Howard has officially announced his intention to seek re-election for the Office of Sheriff. The 57 year old Howard of Owego, began his career with the Sheriff’s Office in 1977, after serving honorably in the US Army as a Military... Read More.

State Police Investigating Suspicious Death In Corning

Monday, June 20 by WEBO

State Police have identified the victim of a suspicious death in the City of Corning. Investigators say the body of 26-year-old Clark VanEtten was discovered inside his home on Park Avenue around 9:30 a.m. Saturday. They have not yet said how VanEtten died. Anyone... Read More.