Tioga County Archives - Page 286 of 312

NYSEG to Inspect 17,000 Wood Poles

Tuesday, June 21 by WEBO Radio

Starting this week, NYSEG will begin the inspection of its 4,600 miles of transmission lines and more than 17,000 wood poles for decay and other damage. This week work will begin on NYSEG transmission rights of way in the company’s Lancaster and Lockport divisions and... Read More.

Senator Schumer Issues Statement on the Australian Helicopter Purchase

Tuesday, June 21 by WEBO Radio

U.S. Senator Charles Schumer has made a Statement about the Announcement of the Australian Navy purchasing Helicopters that will be manufactured at Lockheed Martin’s Owego facility. From U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer: U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer released the following statement after the announcement that the... Read More.

Type O Negative Blood Supply Drops to Critically Low Levels

Tuesday, June 21 by WEBO Radio

The supply of type O negative blood at the American Red Cross has dropped to critically low levels. Type O negative blood is always in high demand because it can be transfused to patients with any blood type, especially in emergency situations. Type O negative donors... Read More.

Australia to Purchase U.S. Navy’s MH-60R Helicopter from Lockheed Partnership

Monday, June 20 by WEBO Radio

The U.S. Navy today announced the Commonwealth of Australia has selected the MH-60R SEAHAWK® helicopter for a fleet of 24 new-generation naval combat aircraft. The Commonwealth will acquire the helicopters with associated training and logistical support via the U.S. Government’s Foreign Military Sales program. The Team... Read More.

Sheriff Howard Announces He Will Seek Re-Election

Monday, June 20 by WEBO

Tioga County Sheriff Gary Howard has officially announced his intention to seek re-election for the Office of Sheriff. The 57 year old Howard of Owego, began his career with the Sheriff’s Office in 1977, after serving honorably in the US Army as a Military... Read More.

Good Guy Breakfast Held In Owego

Monday, June 20 by WEBO

The Charles H. Bassett Youth Foundation hosted its "Good Guy" Breakfast at the Elks Lodge in Owego this weekend. This is the 16th year of the Breakfast. It honors businesses, individuals, and organizations that promote the health and well being of youth and families... Read More.

Summer Kicks Off With Strawberry Festival

Monday, June 20 by WEBO

Summer officially arrived in the Southern Tier Saturday as thousands packed the streets of downtown Owego for the 31st Annual Strawberry Festival. The crowds lined up for their favorite treats and visited vendors on North Avenue, Main Street, Lake Street, and Front Street. News... Read More.

O-A Board of Education Addresses Misinformation on the School Budget

Monday, June 20 by WEBO Radio

From the Owego Apalachin Board of Education (David Barton, president; Gene Cvik, vice president; John Crosby; Lee Dunham; Linda Frisbie; John Gatto; and, Becky Goodrich): Much has been said and written by residents about this year’s Owego Apalachin school budget and Board of Education. We... Read More.

Strawberry Festival Parade Starts at 10AM Today!!!!

Saturday, June 18 by WEBO Radio

The Owego Strawberry Festival continues this morning with the Festval Parade starting at 10AM. The Festival continues through 6PM today. The Parade will feature the "Hit Men," an award winning Drum and Bugle Corp from Rochester, NY. Other great bands include the Penn Dixie Band,... Read More.

Update: Newark Valley Woman Found Safe; 'Smokey' Home Too

Friday, June 17 by WEBO Radio

The Tioga County Sheriff’s Office received a call at 5:17 PM from Ward Walter that his wife, Marion Walter, age 75, and their dog Smokey had gone for a walk in the woods behind his residence on Dutchtown Rd., Newark Valley, and had not... Read More.

Missing Newark Valley Woman Found Safe

Friday, June 17 by WEBO Radio

A missing Newark Valley woman is found safe at around 12:30 this morning. Marion Walter, 73, was reported missing Thursday night after she was not seen since 3 p.m. in Newark Valley. Officials say Walter didn't have any injuries but was taken to the hospital for... Read More.

Strawberry Festival Begins Tonight

Friday, June 17 by WEBO Radio

The 31st Strawberry Festival kicks off tonight with a Friday Night Block Party from 5:00-10:30 pm. Lake Street and part of Front Street will be blocked from traffic. Stores and restaurants will be open, strawberries will be for sale, wine tasting tent will be open, come... Read More.