Debbie Howard to Run for Tioga County Clerk

Debbie Howard has announced yesterday that she is running for the office of Tioga County Clerk. Debbie has lived in Tioga County most of her life and is actively involved in numerous community activities. Debbie worked for past Assemblymen Gary Finch and is currently... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued in Waverly & Barton

A boil water advisory has been issued for the Village of Waverly and the Town of Barton until further notice. There was a major water main break on Clinton Avenue between Waverly Street and Orchard Street yesterday. Residents may have low water pressure or... Read More.

Owego Farmhouse Damaged in Fire

Crews responded to a fire at an old farmhouse in Tioga County yesterday morning. Companies were called to 2435 Waits Road in the Town of Owego just before 11 a.m. Firefighters said the house is undergoing renovations. No one is living in the home and... Read More.

Harris Trial Hears Further Testimony

In the Cal Harris murder trial, a witness testified yesterday in Schoharie County Court that Michele Harris' hand was cut in March of 2001, months before she disappeared. New York State Police Forensic Scientist Daniel Myers was back on the stand in the morning.... Read More.

Harris Defense Calls for Mistrial

The defense called for another mistrial yesterday morning in Schoharie County Court as the seventh week of testimony began in the murder trial of Cal Harris. Due to what defense attorney Bruce Barket called "frivolous objections" by the prosecution and Judge George Bartlett "sustaining... Read More.

Binghamton Police Chief Placed on Paid Leave

Mayor Rich David announced Binghamton Police Chief Joseph Zikuski will be placed on paid administrative leave effective starting today. The mayor announced yesterday that Assistant Police Chief Bill Yeager will serve as acting Chief of Police. Binghamton Police Officer Kristi Sager is seeking damages... Read More.

Teen Dead In Spencer Head-On Crash

A teenager from Lockport is dead after a head-on collision in Tioga County on Friday night. Michael Dmochowski was driving south on Ithaca Road in Spencer when he drifted into the northbound lane and collided head-on into Gary Holmes of Spencer. Dmochowski was pronounced dead... Read More.

St Patrick’s School to Close in June

After several months of uncertainty, the decision was made Friday to close the doors of Saint Patrick’s School in Owego, following the conclusion of this academic year. Saint Patrick’s School has been in the Owego community for more than 150 years. However, decreasing enrollment... Read More.

Cross Examination of Cindy Turner Continues

The defense team for Cal Harris continued their cross-examination of Cindy Turner, the best friend of Michele Harris yesterday morning. Court ended early on Thursday, after the son of a juror was involved in a car accident. Testimony will continue Monday. Also on Monday,... Read More.