Broome County State of Emergency Lifted

The state of emergency declared in Broome County after the recent flooding has been lifted. The state of emergency has been in effect since July 24th due to heavy rain and flooding along the Choconut Creek, primarily affecting the Town of Vestal.

Second Alligator Captured in Whitney Point

The second alligator seen in the Tioghnioga River has been captured in Whitney Point. The 45-inch alligator was about a quarter mile from the alligator located last month. The alligator will enter a period of quarantine at the Animal Adventure Park in Harpursville... Read More.

New York City Man Drowns at Ithaca Falls

Ithaca Police responded to the Ithaca Falls near Fall Creek Drive Saturday afternoon to the report of a person that had entered the water but not resurfaced. Emergency personnel began a search of the area. The body of Winston Perez-Ventura was recovered at about... Read More.

Second Alligator Spotted in Whitney Point

Another alligator has been spotted in Whitney Point. On Sunday, a kayaker contacted police along the Tioughnioga River. State Police confirmed the spotting and have notified the DEC. The kayaker says she spotted an alligator around 3:30 p.m. Sunday near Whitney Point. She contacted... Read More.

31 Homeless in Dryden Fire

An apartment fire in Dryden has left at least 31 people homeless, according to the American Red Cross.Officials say eight families were impacted by the fire.Fire officials say the fire started right across from Dryden High School on Freeville Road.Authorities have not released any... Read More.

Route 17 Repair Update

Route 17 remains closed between Exit 62 (Nichols) and Exit 63 (Lounsberry) to repair damage caused by recent storms. The New York State Department of Transportation announced Wednesday that they hope... Read More.

Charges Filed in Death of Overdose Victim

An alleged drug dealer has been charged in connection with the death of a Broome County overdose victim. Nineteen year old, Richard Gaworecki, of Union, is charged with criminally negligent homicide and criminal sale of a controlled substance. Investigators say on July 20, he... Read More.

Village of Owego Voters Reject Two Propositions

Village of Owego residents went to the polls Tuesday to vote on two propositions put up by the Village Board for referendum.One would abolish the Village Justice Court and transfer their responsibilities to the Town of Owego, while the second proposal would make... Read More.