Cornell Withdraws Recognition of Fraternity Where Member Died

Cornell University has withdrawn its recognition of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity for five years following an investigation into the death of member George Desdunes. The University issued a statement on the matter, saying an investigation "indicates that George Desdunes, 19, was provided alcohol while in... Read More.

Little Meadows, PA Priest Arrested

Father Phillip Ferrara, 48, has been arrested on charges stemming from sexual contact with a 14 year old boy. The Pennsylvania State Police said the offense occurred last November at the Our Lady of Solitude Retreat Center in Little Meadows, Pennsylvania. Ferrara turned himself in on... Read More.

Police Officer Assaulted In Steuben County

A traffic stop led to the alleged assault of a Corning police officer. Police say they stopped a suspicious car in the Radisson Hotel parking lot Thursday and later noticed drug paraphernalia inside. That's when police say the driver, Shane Carlson of Beaver Dams, took... Read More.

Planned Electric Service Interruption in Owego Today

NYSEG plans to take a brief electric service interruption on Friday, March 18, 2011 starting at 10:00 AM. The planned outage, which should last no longer than five minutes, is necessary to conduct a voltage conversion job along Talcott Street in Owego. The areas affected will... Read More.

Police Arrest Endicott Man on Drug Charges

Endicott Police conducted a No Knock search warrant at a residence on Harrison Ave. and arrested Daniel Jackson, 41, of Endicott for three counts of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance and other charges. The arrest is a result of a month long investigation by... Read More.

Bronx Woman Arrested for Crack Cocaine Offenses

The Broome County Special Investigations Unit has arrested Miyella McNeil, 33, of the Bronx on drug charges. A two week investigation ended after police executed a Search Warrant on McNeil and the rental vehicle she was operating. Police stopped the vehicle on Carroll Street in the... Read More.

Binghamton Man Arrested for Marijuana Growing Operation

Members of the Broome County Special Investigations Unit have arrested Corey Wilson, 29, of Binghamton on drug and weapons charges. Wilson was arrested after a search at his residence revealed a marijuana growing operation in his basement. The grow operation was dismantled and the following... Read More.

Johnson City's BAE Systems Receives $12 Million Contract

BAE Systems of Johnson City has received a Navy award totaling $12 million to support the V-22 Osprey tilt-rotor aircraft. The contract will provide the aircraft with a precision controlled machine gun that provides 360 degree firing capability. The work will take place at the Johnson... Read More.

Sanmina-SCI Cuts Forecast, President Resigns

Contract electronics manufacturer Sanmina-SCI Corp has cut its earnings forecast for the second quarter, which ends April 2nd. The company, which has a facility in Owego, also announced that its President and Chief Operating Officer Hari Pillai has resigned. Jure Sola, chairman and chief executive officer,... Read More.