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Tioga County: Almost 3 Weeks After Initial Confirmed COVID-19 Case

Wednesday, April 1 by Bill Moyer

Almost three weeks ago a state of emergency was declared in Tioga County after the first confirmed case of the coronavirus was reported by the health department. Since then, Tioga County officials continue to monitor and respond to possible cases of the virus. From... Read More.

Tioga County Reports 4 Additional Confirmed Coronavirus Cases; 6 Total

Saturday, March 28 by Bill Moyer

Tioga County Legislative Chairwoman Martha Sauerbrey has received this UPDATED Tioga County COVID-19 statistics, as of 3:30p.m. Friday, March 27:6 confirmed cases. 62 Individuals in mandatory quarantine. These are individuals who have had close contact (6 ft.) with someone who has tested positive, but... Read More.

Tioga DSS Self-Service Kiosk: SNAP, Public Assistance, Medicaid and HEAP Info

Saturday, March 28 by Bill Moyer

Tioga County Legislative Chairwoman Martha Sauerbrey has reported a self-service kiosk, offering applications for SNAP (Food Stamps), Public Assistance, Medicaid and HEAP, is available weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the vestibule of the Health and Human Services Building, Route 38, Owego. There... Read More.

Owego Chief Kennedy Outlines Police & Fire Responses During COVID-19 Crisis

Thursday, March 26 by Bill Moyer

FROM THE CHIEF’S DESK: We need to help protect our first responders in our community. If you call for service for the Fire Department, EMS or Law Enforcement, please let the dispatcher/call-takers know if you have been exposed or are having symptoms of any... Read More.

Tioga Rural Ministry Changes Hours and Procedures During COVID-19 Crisis

Thursday, March 26 by Bill Moyer

Tioga County Rural Ministry’s Food Pantry is open for our usual hours of operation, Monday – Thursday from 10-4 and Friday from 10-1. Due to the COVID-19 virus we are limiting personal contact. Food is being packaged and distributed by our volunteers to anyone requesting... Read More.

Chairwoman Sauerbrey: Tioga’s COVID-19 Statistics Stable, 2 Confirmed Cases

Wednesday, March 25 by Bill Moyer

Tioga County Legislative Chairwoman Sauerbrey reported the following Tioga County COVID-19 Statistics on Wednesday, March 25:  2 confirmed cases.  72 Individuals in mandatory quarantine. These are individuals who have had close contact (6 ft.) with someone who has tested positive, but is not displaying symptoms... Read More.

Tioga Chairwoman’s Advice to County Residents: ‘Be Prepared, Not Scared’

Tuesday, March 24 by Bill Moyer

This is an unsettling time for our country and our community, as we are in a public health emergency due to the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Your elected leaders and public health officials are working around the clock to slow the spread... Read More.

COVID-19: Tioga State Bank Offices’ Lobbies Will Temporarily Close

Thursday, March 19 by Bill Moyer

SPENCER, NEW YORK – In order to remain proactive and prioritize the safety and health of our customers and staff, beginning Friday, March 20, all Tioga State Bank Office lobbies will temporarily close and we will switch to drive-up only services.All drive-up locations will... Read More.

Tioga County Updates COVID-19; One Confirmed, 27 in Mandatory Quarantine

Thursday, March 19 by Bill Moyer

Tioga County Legislature Chairwoman, Martha Sauerbrey has reported county officials are continuously monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic. The health and safety of our residents is our top priority and we are working hard to keep everyone up-to-date with the current situation. As of 4:00 p.m. on... Read More.

Coronavirus: SUEZ in Tioga Working to Ensure Drinking Water is Safe

Tuesday, March 17 by Bill Moyer

As the current public health crisis touches the communities served by SUEZ operations in Tioga County, company officials are ensuring that drinking water safety and uninterrupted service remain top priorities. SUEZ has activated comprehensive plans to ensure that service continues despite the crisis. In addition, the company... Read More.

Coronavirus: Tioga County Activates Emergency Operation Center

Monday, March 16 by Bill Moyer

Tioga County Emergency Operation Center (EOC) will be opening as of March 16 due to the coronavirus situation in Tioga County. The EOC can be reached by dialing 607.687.8477 Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.If you have an emergency after these... Read More.

Coronavirus: Tioga County Declares State of Emergency; All Schools Closed

Saturday, March 14 by Bill Moyer

Tioga County has declared a State of Emergency in response to COVID-19 effective 1:00, March 14, 2020.Tioga County Legislative Chair and Public Health Director Lisa McCafferty, and Emergency Manager Michael Simmons, have coordinated with school superintendents to develop a unified plan for an extended... Read More.