Tioga Legislature honors late fire coordinator

The Tioga County Legislature honored late county fire coordinator John Scott with a special resolution during their meeting today. Scott was honored for his many years of service to the county - 17 as fire coordinator - and his 40-plus years as a volunteer... Read More.

Cuomo announces $100M for BU Nursing School

Governor Andrew Cuomo was in Johnson City today to announce a $100 million award for Binghamton University to build the new Decker School of Nursing on Corliss Ave. in Johnson City. The governor and other dignitaries, including Senator Fred Akshar, Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo, and... Read More.

Town of Owego budget hearing tonight

The Town of Owego will be voting on its proposed 2017 budget during a meeting tonight. The budget includes a zero percent tax increase for residents, however, town water rates would increase 32 cents per thousand gallons of water. The board will be voting... Read More.
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Chimney fire in Bradford County home displaces five

A home in Wiliwana has been deemed a total loss following a fire early yesterday morning. Fire investigators determined that that the cause of the blaze was a wood stove chimney. Five residents have been displaced and are receiving assistance from the American Red... Read More.
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Owego Elks holding free meal for veterans

The Owego Elks are holding a free meal for area veterans this Sunday from 3pm until 6pm. The meal includes manicotti, homemade meatballs, salad, and various fixings. A DJ will provide entertainment throughout the evening as well. Registration is not necessary, however, supplies are... Read More.

Akshar talks with WEBO after victory

Election day was yesterday and Senator Fred Akshar was reelected to New York State's 52nd State Senate District. We had a chance to talk with Senator Akshar this morning, and he outlined some of his plans for his next term.   "We have to continue to... Read More.

Local races to be decided tomorrow

Tomorrow is Election Day and there are several local elections taking place.   That includes Tioga County, where Dennis Mullen is running against Patrick Ayers to represent District Five of the county legislature. Mullen, a retired member of the State Police, was appointed earlier this year... Read More.
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Tioga Downs receives new blackjack tables

Tioga Downs is one step closer to offering table games to patrons. The casino's new blackjack tables were delivered this morning, and will soon be installed on the new gaming floor. They join the poker tables and new video lottery terminal machines that are... Read More.

Say hello to the Binghamton Rumble Ponies

It's official, the Binghamton Mets will now be the Binghamton Rumble Ponies. The announcement was made by owners of the local AA Mets affiliate at a special ceremony at Benjamin Franklin Elementary School this morning. The winning entry was one of 1,500 submissions by... Read More.

Judicial misconduct charges filed against district judge

The State of Pennsylvania's Judicial Misconduct Board has issued a total of seven judicial misconduct charges against Bradford County District Judge Michael Shaw. Shaw has been a district judge in the Valley area for 22 years, and is currently serving in his 6th term which... Read More.