Life Sentence in Fatal Johnson City Arson

The man convicted in July of setting fire to a Johnson City home in 2015; that killed four-year-old Joshua Maxwell and three-year-old Michael Maxwell, has been sentenced to life in prison. Dwight Burton appeared in the Broome County Court on Wednesday. Their mother,... Read More.

Ithaca Police Seek Ten Recruits

The Ithaca Police Department has ten positions open due to retirements and transfers. They are encouraging anyone interested to apply. The deadline is October 19th with an examination set for December 2nd.

Broome County Exec Presents Budget Proposal

Broome County Executive Jason Garnar will present his budget proposal to residents on Tuesday evening. Members of Garnar's staff will outline his proposals to the Town of Kirkwood Board at its 6 pm meeting. Garnar will also present his budget to the Town... Read More.

Winning Mega Millions Ticket Sold in Cortland County

A winning Mega Millions ticket worth $105 million was sold at a Mirabito gas station, Cortland County. The winner has claimed the prize, but has not been publicly identified. The winning ticket was from the September 22nd drawing.

Binghamton Man Sentenced for Vehicular Manslaughter

A Binghamton man was sentenced Monday to three to nine years in prison for vehicular manslaughter in the death of motorcyclist William Nash. 38-year-old Shaun Pauling-Payne turned in front of Nash in June 2016 on Susquehanna Street. Pauling-Payne had a blood alcohol content of... Read More.

Grants Announced for Local Emergency Services

State Senator Fred Akshar announced that two dozen area fire departments and emergency squads will be receiving grants totaling $125,000. 6 Tioga County departments received $5,000.They include: Apalachin Fire Department, Inc.-- $5,000-- New SCBA air tanks Campville Fire Department, Inc.-- $5,000-- Wireless... Read More.

Marijuana Growing Operation Uncovered in Owego

The State Police have uncovered a marijuana growing operation on an island in the Susquehanna River in Owego. The state Police posted a photo on Facebook on Thursday without identifying which island was the target. An estimated $30,000 was eradicated in the operation, which... Read More.

Endicott Man Convicted of Abusing Children

50-year-old Michael Gumaer of Endicott has been convicted of eight counts related to sexually abusing children at his home. Earlier this year, Gumaer was sentenced to twenty-five years in a case involving an attack on a twelve year old girl. He is scheduled to... Read More.