Tioga County
State of Emergency: Tioga County, New York
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
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.
Five Injured in Candor Collision
Five people were injured in a two-vehicle collision on Route 96 in Candor. The Friday afternoon crash was triggered by a vehicle exiting the Dollar General Store unsafely. The driver that initiated the crash was alone in his vehicle. There were four people in... Read More.
Four Regional Fire Departments Receive Federal Funds
Four area fire departments have received nearly $500,000 in federal grants to support their mission. Spencer received $208,000 for turnout gear and breathing devices. Harpursville received $157,000 for vehicle extraction tools. West Corners received $86,000 for a diesel exhaust system for their fire station.... Read More.
Revered Cornell Lacrosse Coach to Appear in Owego
Longtime Cornell University Lacrosse coach, Richie Moran, will be reading from his autobiography on Saturday the 22nd at Riverow Bookshop in Owego. Moran coached Cornel for 29 seasons. He had 3 undefeated seasons, 3 national championships, and 15 Ivy League championships. The event is... Read More.
Sarah’s Paws for Cause Set for October 6th
The 5th annual Sarah’s Cause for Paws will be held October 6th at Hickories Park in Owego. The event runs from 11AM to 3PM and will be held rain or shine. The events include a dog walk, live music, pet contests, a raffle, and... Read More.
September 11th Memorial Scheduled for Tuesday at 8:46AM
Owego, Campville, Southside and Apalachin and other Tioga County Fire, Emergency and Police personnel will conduct their 17th annual September 11th Memorial tomorrow at 8:46AM in Hickories Park.
The ceremony will especially remember former Town of Owego Resident Derek James Statkevicus. He was a Vestal... Read More.
Apalachin Lions Club to Host its Annual 5K Walk/Run October 13th
The Apalachin Lions Club will be hosting its 7th annual 5K walk and run on October 13th. It will be held at the Fireman’s Field Day Grounds at 10AM. Registration starts at 8AM. All proceeds will go to the Apalachin, Campville, and Little Meadows... Read More.
Update on Newark Valley Head-On Crash
The Tioga County Sheriff’s Office is providing more detail on a head-on crash last week in Newark Valley. The crash occurred on Ketchumville Road at about 2:15 PM on Monday the 27th. One of the vehicles traveled into the oncoming lane, causing a head-on... Read More.
