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Binghamton University student’s American Idol run comes to end

Wednesday, April 8 by Pat McDonald

A Binghamton University student’s run on American Idol has come to an end. Jesse Findling made it all the way to the Top 12 of the popular music competition. He performed Wonderwall by Oasis this week, but found himself in the bottom two after live... Read More.

Man who started fire that killed Binghamton firefighter sentenced to seven years

Tuesday, April 7 by Pat McDonald

The man who started the fire that killed Binghamton firefighter John "JR" Gaudet will spend years in state prison. According to the Broome County District Attorney's Office, 37-year-old Patrick Shea was sentenced to seven years in prison on charges of manslaughter and arson in Broome... Read More.

Nick Libous suspends campaign, endorses Norton in race for NY Assembly

Tuesday, April 7 by Pat McDonald

Nick Libous has suspended his campaign for the 123rd New York Assembly District seat. Libous made the announcement on Monday and endorsed Dan Norton in the race for the Democratic nomination. Norton is seeking to replace longtime Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo, who has represented the district since... Read More.

Ahwaga Paint and Floor Covering named WEBO Business of the Week

Tuesday, April 7 by Pat McDonald

Ahwaga Paint and Floor Covering has been named the latest WEBO Business of the Week. Located at 9 Lake Street in Owego, the business offers paints, varnishes, stains, wallpaper, carpet, vinyl flooring, hardwood flooring and much more. Ahwaga Paint and Floor Covering is open Monday to... Read More.

Hochul makes stop in Broome County to push 2027 budget

Monday, April 6 by Pat McDonald

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul made a stop in Broome County last week. Hochul spoke at an event in Johnson City to promote her 2027 budget, which includes a $20 million dollar childcare grant for Broome County and other plans she says will make life... Read More.

Candlelight vigil held for Dryden fire victims

Monday, April 6 by Pat McDonald

A candlelight vigil was held on Saturday for the victim's in last week's fatal fire in Dryden. Over 100 people gathered at Trout Ponds Park to honor the lives of 30-year-old Christy Oralls, 3-year-old Paisley Wood and 31-year-old Katherine Gray, who were killed in the... Read More.

I-88 West near Unadilla open, East remains closed to traffic due to sinkhole

Monday, April 6 by Pat McDonald

Interstate 88 Westbound lanes are back open near Unadilla. The Eastbound lanes remain closed as work continues due to a sinkhole underneath the highway. A detour using State Route 7 remains in effect for eastbound traffic. Eastbound: Take exit 10 to State Route 7 to Otego to... Read More.

Tioga County to participate in DEA Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Friday, April 3 by Pat McDonald

Tioga County will participate in the DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day later this month. The drug disposal event will be held from 10 am to 2 pm on Saturday, April 25 at the County Health and Human Services Building, located at 1062 State... Read More.

Broome County man accused of stealing truck, forging documents

Friday, April 3 by Pat McDonald

A Broome County man is facing felony charges after he allegedly stole a truck and changed the information with the DMV. According to WBNG-TV, 44-year-old Adam L. Smith has been charged with felony counts of possession of a forged instrument, grand larceny, criminal tax fraud... Read More.

Fire damages house in Hancock

Friday, April 3 by Pat McDonald

An early morning fire damaged a home in Hancock on Wednesday. According to the Hancock Fire Department, the fire was reported at around 2 am on Vestal Avenue. Firefighters from Hancock, East Branch, Northern Wayne, Callicoon, Walton and Trout Creek responded to the scene. No injuries have... Read More.

Three killed in Dryden house fire

Thursday, April 2 by Pat McDonald

Three people were killed in a house fire in Dryden on Wednesday morning. The fire occurred on the 300 block of Cortland Road in the Town of Dryden. Firefighters responded to a single family home that was fully engulfed at around 10 am on Wednesday. Several individuals... Read More.

Binghamton sees economic boost from state basketball championships

Thursday, April 2 by Pat McDonald

The Binghamton area saw a big boost to the economy during the high school state basketball championships. According to Visit Binghamton, the area saw $1.6 million dollars in total economic impact during the tournament. The New York State high school boys basketball championships were held from... Read More.

Owego-Bing

Binghamton University student’s American Idol run comes to end

Man who started fire that killed Binghamton firefighter sentenced to seven years

Nick Libous suspends campaign, endorses Norton in race for NY Assembly

Ahwaga Paint and Floor Covering named WEBO Business of the Week

Hochul makes stop in Broome County to push 2027 budget

Candlelight vigil held for Dryden fire victims

I-88 West near Unadilla open, East remains closed to traffic due to sinkhole

Tioga County to participate in DEA Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Broome County man accused of stealing truck, forging documents

Fire damages house in Hancock

Three killed in Dryden house fire

Binghamton sees economic boost from state basketball championships

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