Counterfeit $50 Bill Leads to Johnson City Arrest

The Johnson City Police Department responded to a store on Baldwin Street to investigate a possibly counterfeit $50 bill. The store employee told police that a man had made purchases with a bill she thought was fake. Following an investigation that included a review... Read More.

Two Arrested in Theft of Rifle

The theft of a .22 caliber rifle has resulted in the arrest of two suspects by the New York State Police. 37-year-old Edward Shelton and 22-year-old Cheyenne Koban, both from Port Crane, were arrested Wednesday on felony Grand Larceny charges. Troopers were advised of... Read More.

Teen Sentenced to Ten Years in Rape of Nurse

A teenager who raped a nurse at knife-point in the parking lot at UHS Wilson Hospital has been sentenced to ten years in prison. Brandon Corey, who was 16-years-old at the time of the crime in April 2016, was denied youthful offender status. Prosecutors... Read More.

Today is National Overdose Awareness Day

Today is National Overdose Awareness Day. The Tioga County Allies in Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition will be hosting an event on Saturday, September 2nd from 9:30 am – 3:00 pm at the Tioga County Fair Grounds for Overdose Awareness Day and to kick off... Read More.

Two Arrested in Sale of Stolen Brake Drums

The New York State Police arrested 57-year-old Rusty McConnell and 41-year-old April Westbrook in the theft of 37 brake drums from Sandbox Logistics in Kirkwood. It is alleged that on several occasions McConnell and Westbrook had dropped off the stolen brake drums as scrap... Read More.

Ithaca Police to Conduct Classes on Distracted Driving

The Ithaca Police Officers will soon be providing a Distracted Driving Diversion Class to eligible first-time violators of New York State’s portable electronic device and cell phone laws. The class presents information about the dangers of distracted driving, and upon presenting proof of attendance... Read More.

Suspect Identified in Interstate 81 Car Chase

The State Police have identified the suspect in the Interstate 81 chase on Monday. 79-year-old Freddie Maliwacki Sr of Conklin, was travelling 93 miles per hour, when a state trooper attempted to pull him over. The suspect refused to stop and continued on several... Read More.