Medicaid Fraud Charged Dropped Against Binghamton Man

A Binghamton man accused of Medicaid Fraud has had the charges dropped by the New York State Attorney General’s office. Garabed Kachadourian was accused of stealing in excess of $100,000 in Medicaid payments made through his taxi company. New information came to the attention of... Read More.

State of Emergency Lifted in Tioga County

The State of Emergency in Tioga County, New York was lifted yesterday at 5PM. The State of Emergency was put into effect a week ago, following the heavy rains and flash flooding experienced in the region.

Electrical Fault Blamed for Jimay’s Fire

An investigation into the fire at the Jimay’s Flea Market property in Conklin has determined the cause to be an electrical problem, triggered by the flooding. The fire caused serious damage to a residence, where the fire started, as well as the flea market... Read More.

Kirkwood Home Destroyed by Fire

A residence on Colesville Road in Kirkwood was completely destroyed by fire on Monday. No one is believed to have been home at the time, and no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is being investigated.

August is National Immunization Awareness Month

The Tioga County Public Health Department wants you to know that August is National Immunization Awareness Month, and now is the time to make sure your children are up-to-date on their vaccinations before they go back to school. Parents may receive a letter from... Read More.

Ithaca PD Barbecue Set for This Coming Saturday

Ithaca Chief of Police Pete Tyler has announced that on Saturday, August 25th the Ithaca Police Department will co-host the annual Community Barbecue. The event will take place from noon to 3:00 pm at Conway Park on Cascadilla Street. The event will be informal.... Read More.

Two Emergency Orders Lifted in Broome County

Broome County Executive Jason Garner has lifted two of the emergency orders he issued during last week’s flash flood event. Effective last Friday at 11AM, the "No recreational use of waterways” and "no driving on flooded roadways" restrictions were lifted. Still in effect are... Read More.

Woman Dies in Windsor Single Vehicle Accident

Last Thursday evening, the Broome County Sheriff’s Office responded to a one-car motor vehicle accident in the Town of Windsor. A Chevrolet Impala was traveling south on Seward Road when it left the roadway, rolled over and came to rest in a creek. The... Read More.