Tioga County Archives - Page 269 of 312

Lockheed Martin Likely Winner Of New Marine One Contract

Thursday, August 1 by WEBO Radio

Lockheed Martin has again found itself to be the likely winner of a contract to build presidential helicopters. This time around, Lockheed is working for the company it beat out for the contract four years ago: Sikorsky Aircraft of Connecticut. Sikorksy is heading up... Read More.

Mayor Ed Arrington Remembered At Memorial Service

Wednesday, July 31 by WEBO Radio

Friends and family gathered yesterday in Owego to remember former Owego Mayor Ed Arrington. He passed away at his home last Wednesday afternoon of a heart attack. Pastor Terry Steenburg presided over the funeral service. Friends remembered Arrington for his willingness... Read More.

Fred Luther Kicks Off Campaign For TC District Attorney

Wednesday, July 31 by WEBO Radio

The single democratic candidate for District Attorney says he is ready to bring a positive change to the office in Tioga County. Fred Luther, attorney for 29 years in Tioga County, is unhappy with how the current district attorney's office is run. ... Read More.

Joint Chamber Of Commerce Mixer Set For August 2nd

Wednesday, July 31 by WEBO Radio

The Tioga County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a joint chamber mixer with the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce. The mixer will take place on Friday, August 2nd, from 5:30 to 7:30 at Tioga Downs in Nichols. The chambers will have a trackside... Read More.

Funeral For Mayor Ed Arrington Today At 1:30PM

Monday, July 29 by WEBO Radio

The funeral for a former three-term Owego Mayor will be held today. 70-year-old Ed Arrington passed away at his home last week of an apparent heart attack. Calling hours were held yesterday afternoon at Estey, Munroe and Fahey funeral home on Park... Read More.

Funeral Arrangements Announced For Mayor Ed Arrington

Friday, July 26 by WEBO Radio

Funeral arrangements have been made for former three-term Owego Mayor Ed Arrington, whose passed away unexpectedly at his home Wednesday afternoon. Calling hours will be held Sunday afternoon from 1-to-4 at Estey, Munroe and Fahey Funeral Home on Park Street in Owego. ... Read More.

Former Owego Mayor Ed Arrington Has Died

Thursday, July 25 by WEBO Radio

Former Owego Mayor Ed Arrington has died. Arrington served the village of Owego for ten years, twice as mayor. Arrington also volunteered with the Owego Fire Department where he drove ambulance and helped with fire police. As mayor, the Riverwalk came to fruition,... Read More.

Route 17 Exit 64 Has Reopened

Tuesday, July 23 by WEBO Radio

The west bound exit and on-ramp to Route 17 at Owego's Exit 64 is now reopened. The bridge, on Lackawanna Avenue, was closed for the last two weeks while State DOT workers resurfaced the bridge deck. Crews worked day and night hoping... Read More.

Vietnam Veteran's Ride Held In Owego

Monday, July 22 by WEBO Radio

More than 100 motorcyclists met in Owego Saturday to register for a ride to honor veterans of the Vietnam War. Riders of the 5th Annual Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway of Valor Tribute Ride registered at the Owego Free Academy before setting off a... Read More.

Tioga County Legislature Hold Special Meeting

Friday, July 19 by WEBO Radio

The Tioga County Legislature held a special meeting Thursday to vote on the future of Waverly, vehicle access to Tioga Downs and bringing electric and natural gas vehicles to the county. The legislature voted to apply for funding that would revitalize part of downtown Waverly,... Read More.

Village Of Owego Seeks To Extend Fracking Moratorium

Thursday, July 18 by WEBO Radio

It's been almost a year since the Village of Owego passed its moratorium on hydrofracking, and now the village is looking for an extension of the ban. The village is reportedly looking to extend the moratorium by six months. Mayor Kevin Millar says an... Read More.

Southern Tier Counties Won't Receive State Disaster Funding

Thursday, July 18 by WEBO Radio

After the federal government denied funding to assist upstate New York with recent flooding, the state will now provide $16 million to homeowners, business operators, and farmers in five of the 12 upstate counties that were declared disaster areas. None of the counties in the... Read More.