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Owego Receives FEMA Funds For Sewer Upgrade

Thursday, October 23 by WEBO Radio

Owego will soon see major improvements to its sewer system, as more than $660,000 in federal funds is being given for repairs. The money comes from the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Public Assistance Grant program. The town will use these funds to repair Main... Read More.

Rebecca Weitman Memorial Dog Park Moving Forward

Tuesday, October 21 by WEBO Radio

The Owego Dog Owners Group is moving forward with plans to build the Rebecca Weitsman Memorial Dog Park in Hickories Park. The Town approved the project and Upstate Shredding owner Adam Weitsman and his wife Kim are donating funds for the construction in honor... Read More.

One Injured in Car-Pedestrian Accident in Owego

Monday, October 20 by WEBO Radio

There was a car vs. pedestrian accident last night around 7:20 on Route 17C in Owego, in front of the KFC/A&W. Traffic was shut down on 17C westbound for a short time last night. The pedestrian was conscious and alert, and was... Read More.

Matthew Porcari Honored in National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service

Monday, October 13 by WEBO Radio

Matthew Porcari of Owego was one of 107 fallen firefighters honored yesterday at the 2014 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service. The service took place at the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Porcari died from injuries he sustained when he fell through the floor... Read More.

Lockheed Employees Raising Hundreds of Thousands for ‘Charities of Choice’ Campaign

Thursday, October 9 by WEBO Radio

Employees at Lockheed Martin are trying to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for local nonprofit organizations. It's part of the annual Employee Charities of Choice Campaign. More than 40 local and national nonprofits set up tables in Lockheed's cafeteria yesterday to talk to... Read More.

Rest in Peace – Southside Fire Chief Charles Klett

Saturday, September 20 by WEBO Radio

News Radio WEBO is saddened at the loss of loyal listener, good friend, and Southside Fire Chief Charles Klett.Charles grew up on Owego's Southside on the Klett family farm. Charles was also the owner of Northeast Implement in Spencer, NY. Our thoughts and... Read More.

Lockheed Martin Receives Contract from Royal Australian Navy

Saturday, August 30 by WEBO

The U.S. Department of Defense announced on Thursday this week that Lockheed Martin in Owego has recently been awarded a 4-year base contract worth $10.3 million. The contract is a firm-fixed price contract valid until May 31, 2018. The using service is the Royal... Read More.

Owego Woman Arrested for Filing False Report

Saturday, August 16 by WEBO

On August 2nd, Owego Police arrested a woman who allegedly filed a false report with authorities. 52-year-old Barbara Ellis of Owego allegedly filed a report with police, saying that someone broke into her apartment and stole prescription medication. After an investigation, police have determined... Read More.

Wagner Lumber Plans to Rebuild

Wednesday, August 13 by WEBO

Wagner Lumber of Owego has started rebuilding their facilities after they burned down on February 16th of this year. Owner Les Wagner says that the new facilities will be state of the art, and could increase productivity by 25 to 50 percent. Some of... Read More.

Apartment Fire in Owego

Monday, August 11 by WEBO

An apartment building caught on fire yesterday in Owego. The building at 405 Front Street is home to three tenants. The fire started when the pilot light on a stove ignited the gas line. In total, it took about 10 minutes to put the... Read More.

Public Presentation on Heroin Use

Thursday, July 24 by WEBO

Over 100 community members met in Owego yesterday for an informational presentation on the heroin use epidemic in the Southern Tier. Presenters said that heroin is used by all sorts of people, and is not categorized by any one stereotype. The reason is that... Read More.

Brides by the River Returns to Owego

Friday, July 18 by WEBO

The Pumpelly House Estate is a scenic bed and breakfast on Front Street in Owego, but for one day later this month, wedding services in the area will be taking center stage. Brides by the River is a bridal showcase at the Pumpelly House... Read More.