Tioga County Archives - Page 211 of 312

Tioga Downs Submits ONLY Southern Tier Casino Application

Wednesday, July 8 by WEBO Radio

Jeff Gural held a press conference at Tioga downs yesterday, after finding out this week that he was the only one to apply for the casino license in the Southern Tier. Gural's plans include a hotel, 2 restaurants, an affiliation with Tioga Country Club,... Read More.

Tioga Downs Submits Only Southern Tier Casino Application

Tuesday, July 7 by WEBO Radio

With the state Gaming Commission's deadline passing by yesterday afternoon, Tioga Downs owner Jeff Gural is the only applicant for a Southern Tier casino license. Albany-area businessman Jeffrey Hyman made a last minute decision Sunday not to apply for the license. This happened just... Read More.

Tioga County Celebrates 124th Anniversary of Civil War Monument

Tuesday, July 7 by WEBO Radio

This past weekend, as America celebrated 239 years of independence, Tioga County celebrated a piece of its history as well. Saturday was the 124th anniversary of the dedication of the Tioga County Civil War Soldiers and Sailors Monument. The memorial is at... Read More.

Tioga Downs Submits Casino Application

Saturday, July 4 by WEBO Radio

After Binghamton announced this week that they will compete for the Southern Tier's casino license, Tioga Downs officially sent its completed application to Albany on Thursday. A press conference was held at at Tioga Downs to mark the event.

Binghamton City Council Declares Support for a Binghamton Casino

Wednesday, July 1 by WEBO Radio

Members of Binghamton City Council unanimously declared their support of an application for a Southern Tier casino license that, if granted, would allow a developer to build a new casino in Binghamton. Binghamton City Council passed a resolution last night, during a... Read More.

Second Southern Tier Casino Bid Likely

Tuesday, June 30 by WEBO Radio

An 11th-hour special meeting called by Binghamton City Council all but guarantees a second bid for a Southern Tier casino license. A special business meeting will be held at 6 pm tonight on a resolution to support a potential casino in Binghamton. ... Read More.

Resident Charged in Attack on Owego Police Officer

Tuesday, June 30 by WEBO Radio

A follow-up to a story we had yesterday: according to the Tioga County Jail, John Desmond is charged with assault on a police officer with a deadly weapon. He attacked a Village of Owego police officer Sunday night with a rake. Desmond... Read More.

Owego Police Officer Injured in Altercation

Monday, June 29 by WEBO Radio

An Owego Police Officer was attacked by a 19-year-old with a rake last night, sending the officer to the hospital. The officer, who had recently graduated from the police academy, was taken to UHS Wilson Medical Center in Johnson City. An update... Read More.

Owego Man Pleads Guilty to Heroin Sale Charges

Thursday, June 25 by WEBO Radio

An Owego man pleaded guilty in Tioga County Court on Monday to two counts of attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance in the third degree. Joseph Farrow made the plea in connection with his attempted sale of heroin to another person on... Read More.

St. Patrick’s School Closes After 150+ Years

Thursday, June 25 by WEBO Radio

St. Patrick School in Owego closed its doors after more than 150 years of operation yesterday. The school had 85 students, from pre-K to fifth grade. These students will now attend the public school in their district, or private schools like St. James... Read More.

The Strawberry Festival Begins TONIGHT!!!!!!

Friday, June 19 by WEBO Radio

The Strawberry Festival gets underway tonight in Owego, and several streets in the village of Owego will be closed for the event. Lake and Front streets, between Church and North streets, will be closed from 4 to 11pm today. Lake Street... Read More.

Woman Sentenced in Theft from Spencer Fire Department

Thursday, June 18 by WEBO Radio

A Spencer woman was sentenced yesterday in Tioga County Court for stealing money from the Spencer Fire Department. Jennifer Grier was accused of taking more than 3,000 dollars for personal use from 2008 to 2014 while acting in her capacity as treasurer of... Read More.