Tioga County Archives - Page 263 of 312

BREAKING NEWS: Homicide in Town of Tioga

Thursday, October 24 by Dave Radigan

Just after 8 o'clock last night the Tioga County Sheriff's Office responded to a reported stabbing at 281 Thorn Hollow Road. Upon arrival deputies found the body of 39-year-old Milton Jump, who had been stabbed once with a kitchen knife. The incident was... Read More.

Voters Overwhelmingly Approve New Owego Elementary School

Wednesday, October 23 by WEBO Radio

Voters in the Owego-Apalachin School District overwhelmingly voted in favor of two propositions Tuesday, allowing the district to issue serial bonds, along with using money from its capital reserve fund. Both propositions unofficially passed with about an 80 percent approval rate. The tallies will become... Read More.

Owego Elementary Referendum Vote Is Today

Tuesday, October 22 by WEBO Radio

The referendum vote for a new Owego Elementary School will take place today from noon to 8 p.m. Polling places will be at Apalachin Elementary School and Owego Free Academy. Voters will vote on two propositions, including the authorization of borrowing $9.6... Read More.

Fire Destroys Berkshire Garage, Damages Homes

Tuesday, October 22 by WEBO Radio

A garage is a total loss after a blaze began in Berkshire. Crews arrived around 10:30 Monday morning at 12604 Route 38 for a fire started in the garage. The home owner wasn't home when the fire started, but came home to... Read More.

Polls Show Support For Casino Bill

Tuesday, October 22 by WEBO Radio

The most recent polls in New York State show a growth in support for the amendment to the state constitution to expand casino gambling. Proposition #1, which voters will be able to vote on next month, will determine whether or not non-Indian-owned, Las Vegas-style... Read More.

Newark Valley Home Destroyed In Midnight Fire

Monday, October 21 by WEBO Radio

Eight fire departments responded to an early morning fire that destroyed a home in Newark Valley. The call came in around just after midnight, early this morning. It happened at a home located at 4180 Route 38B. A family of four... Read More.

Missing Nichols Man Found Safe And Sound

Friday, October 18 by WEBO Radio

The search for a missing man in Nichols has been cancelled. 77-year-old Edward Mills, who reportedly suffers from dementia, went missing from his West River Road home yesterday between 3:30 and 5:30 in the afternoon. The man was located shortly after 7... Read More.

Lockheed Martin Announces 600 To Be Laid Off In MS&T

Friday, October 18 by WEBO Radio

Lockheed Martin has announced that the company will be cutting approximately 600 positions in the United States across its Mission Systems and Training business, which includes the facility in Owego. Employees affected by the cuts will be notified by November 6th. At this time,... Read More.

PO Boxes In Richford Now Using Berkshire Post Office

Thursday, October 17 by WEBO Radio

Starting today, residents with P.O. boxes in Richford will begin using the Berkshire Post Office. The Postal Service made a decision to relocate the P.O. box and window services from its site on Route 38 in Richford due to safety and sanitation issues in... Read More.

Rollover Closes Route 17 At Exit 64

Monday, October 14 by WEBO Radio

Route 17 westbound at Exit 64 is blocked off this morning. Just after 7 o'clock an F.S. Lopke truck overturned just before exit 64. The driver was able to get out of the vehicle and is being treated by the Owego Ambulance.

Village Of Owego Mourns Passing Of Ed Franz

Monday, October 14 by WEBO Radio

The village of Owego is mourning the loss of lifelong native. Ed Franz passed away Friday afternoon at the age of 71. He was recently diagnosed with cancer. Franz worked for IBM for 26 years, and was well known for his... Read More.

OBITUARY: Ed Franz, Past Chief of the Owego Fire Dept.

Saturday, October 12 by Dave Radigan

OBITUARY for Past Owego Fire Chief Ed Franz has been posted. Calling hours will be held Tuesday from 3-7pm at Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home on Park Street in Owego. The Funeral is scheduled for Wednesday, 11am, at St. Patrick's Church, Owego. Edward J.... Read More.