Tioga County Archives - Page 141 of 312

St. Patrick’s Church Holds Fall Festival

Monday, September 24 by WEBO Radio

St. Patrick's Church in Owego held its annual Fall Festival this weekend. Hundreds of people attended the festival throughout the weekend. Live music, games and vendors were set up for the crowds to enjoy. Organizers say this year there were raffles and... Read More.

Lockheed Martin in Line to Receive $2 Billion in Federal Contracts

Thursday, September 20 by WEBO Radio

The 2019 Defense Appropriations bill is expected to bring $2 billion in contracts to Lockheed Martin in Owego. Senator Charles Schumer said yesterday that the bi-partisan bill includes $1.1 billion for the CRH Combat Rescue Helicopter and $894 million for the Presidential Helicopter Replacement... Read More.

TCCC Receives Truman Foundation Grant

Thursday, September 20 by WEBO Radio

Tompkins Cortland Community College has been awarded a $15,000 grant from the Owego-based Mildred Faulkner Truman Foundation. The money will be used to provide financial assistance to Tioga County residents attending the College during the 2018-19 academic year. Since awarding its first grant to... Read More.

UPDATED: Former WEBO Broadcaster Grace Penny Passes Away

Wednesday, September 19 by Dave Radigan

It is with great sadness that WEBO announces the passing of Grace Penny. Grace and her husband Frank were co-owners of WEBO radio for most of the 1960’s, 70’s and 80’s. Grace was a champion of the radio station, and especially the community. Her... Read More.

Tioga County’s Unnecessary Travel Advisory Lifted

Wednesday, September 19 by WEBO Radio

Tioga County has lifted the “unnecessary travel advisory” that went into effect early Tuesday morning. As of 3PM Tuesday afternoon regular travel was permitted, however the state of emergency remains in effect until further notice.Heavy rain from Tropical Depression Florence caused flash flooding... Read More.

Unused Railroad Bridge Collapses in Tioga

Wednesday, September 19 by WEBO Radio

A railroad bridge in the Town of Tioga, near Latimer Road, collapsed Tuesday morning. The bridge was no longer used for rail traffic. It was used by pedestrians. A nearby rail bridge was closed and then re-opened following inspection.

Tioga County Road Closings as of 3PM Tuesday

Tuesday, September 18 by WEBO Radio

Roads Closed as of 3PM Tuesday:Spencer: East Spencer Rd – water over road Sam Brown & Hamilton Valley Rd. - flooded VanEtten Rd @ Kline Rd – water over the road West Hill Rd – water over the roadCandor: Catatonk Hill/Whitmarsh Hollow - closed until further notice Candor Hill bridge,... Read More.

Pictures: Current Condition of Owego Underpass

Tuesday, September 18 by Irene Radigan

Here are some pictures of the underpass on North Avenue in Owego. It appears that the water has subsided but we are now left with flood mud. The roadway is slippery and the road remains closed (as of 1:00pm 9/18/18). From looking at... Read More.

Hickories Park in Owego Closed

Tuesday, September 18 by Irene Radigan

The Town of Owego has closed the North part of Hickories Park including the Dog Park due to high water conditions. This closure will remain in effect until further notice. Stay tuned to Your Hometown Station, WEBO for updates.

Flash Flooding at Rt. 96 at Turners Bridge in Owego

Tuesday, September 18 by Irene Radigan

State of Emergency: Tioga County, New York

Tuesday, September 18 by Irene Radigan

Tioga County Legislative Deputy Chair Dale Weston has declared a STATE OF EMERGENCY effective at 6:00 AM September 18, 2018 for Tioga County due to flash flooding.Tioga County Director of Emergency Services Michael Simmons and Tioga County Sheriff Gary W. Howard advise NO unnecessary... Read More.

NWS Issues Flood Warning for Southern Tioga County, Broome, Chenango, and Bradford Counties

Tuesday, September 18 by WEBO Radio

The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for Broome, southern Tioga, southern Chemung, southwestern Chenango, and northern Bradford counties. The flood reporting gauges indicate flooding across the warned areas, including the Owego Creek, the Tioughnioga River, and the Chenango River. Flood waters were... Read More.