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Tioga County Legislature announces new County Administrator

Tuesday, July 30 by Pat McDonald

The Tioga County Legislature is pleased to announce the hiring of Jackson D. Bailey II as the newly appointed County Administrator, following an extensive and exhaustive search process completed by the County Legislature, along with Pracademic Partners, an Executive Search and Management Consulting firm.The... Read More.

Fire kills dog, displaces family in Apalachin

Tuesday, July 30 by Pat McDonald

A dog was killed and a family lost their home after a fire destroyed a house in Apalachin on Sunday night.According to the Apalachin Fire Department, the blaze occurred at around 6 p.m. on Main Street in Apalachin on Sunday.Firefighters were able to get... Read More.

Hochul announces $18 million in funding for high-speed internet in Southern Tier

Monday, July 29 by Pat McDonald

Thousands of residents in the Southern Tier will soon have access to high-speed broadband internet thanks to a federal grant.New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced that as part of the ConnectALL’s Municipal Infrastructure Grant Program, over 4,200 homes and businesses across Chemung, Tioga,... Read More.

Newark Valley Summerfest set for Saturday

Friday, July 26 by Pat McDonald

The Newark Valley Summerfest is set for this Saturday at Trout Ponds Park.The annual event will feature live music, food, a dunk tank and games, vendors and more.Vendors will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the parade set for 10 a.m.,... Read More.

Five-year-old boy falls 30 feet near waterfall at Waverly Glen Park

Thursday, July 25 by Pat McDonald

A five-year-old boy from Waverly was taken to the hospital after he fell 30 feet near the waterfall at the Waverly Glen Park on Thursday morning.According to the Waverly Police Department, the boy had run from his mother while she was attending her other... Read More.

Tioga Public Health reports significant increase in tickborne illnesses

Tuesday, July 23 by Bill Moyer

(OWEGO, NY) - Tioga County has seen an increase in tickborne illnesses this summer. According to its Disease Surveillance reporting, in the first half of 2024, Tioga County has had 29 cases of Anaplasmosis, 4 cases of Babesiosis, and 143 cases of Lyme disease.In... Read More.

Owego resident rescued from fire on William Street

Monday, July 22 by Pat McDonald

One resident was rescued and his home was damaged by a fire in the Village of Owego last Thursday.According to the Owego Fire Department, a neighbor called in the fire on William Street at around 6:45 p.m. on July 18th. Owego Deputy Fire Chief... Read More.

One person killed, one injured in accident on State Route 17 near Owego

Thursday, July 18 by Pat McDonald

One person was killed and another was injured after a tractor trailer and motorcycle collided on State Route 17 eastbound near the Town of Owego on Thursday afternoon.According to the New York State Police, the crash occurred at around 1 p.m. and one fatality... Read More.

Binghamton resident arrested for identity theft, grand larceny in Owego

Thursday, July 18 by Pat McDonald

A 48-year-old Binghamton resident was arrested for identity theft and grand larceny following an incident in the Village of Owego earlier this year.Jamie M. Levene was charged with possession of a forged instrument in the second degree and identity theft in the first degree,... Read More.

2024 Waverly Glen Music Festival set for next month

Thursday, July 18 by Pat McDonald

The 2024 Waverly Glen Music Festival is set for next month.The annual event will be held from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10th at the Waverly Glen Park.Musical acts including the Old Friends Band, Bill Soprano and the Backtalk band will hit... Read More.

Gov. Hochul kicks off listening tour on addressing smartphone use in schools

Thursday, July 18 by Pat McDonald

Governor Kathy Hochul kicked off a statewide listening tour this week focused on addressing smartphone use in schools.According to a press release from the governor’s office, this listening tour will include roundtable discussions with key stakeholders over the coming months. As the Governor has... Read More.

Tioga County Fair returns to Owego next month

Tuesday, July 16 by Pat McDonald

The Tioga County Fair is set to return to Owego next month.The fair will take place from Tuesday, Aug. 6th through Saturday, Aug. 10th in Marvin Park.The annual event will feature carnival rides, great food, a demolition derby and plenty of other entertainment options.For... Read More.