Harris Jury Reports Being Deadlocked for Second Time
The Cal Harris jury has again reported that it is deadlocked and unable to reach a verdict. Judge George Bartlett will now determine whether a mistrial will be declared.
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Massive Brush Fire in Hillcrest Area
Firefighters battled hot spots yesterday following a massive brush fire Saturday that spanned 55 acres in the Hillcrest area. The fire was sparked by a passing train. The Hillcrest Fire Department said it was the wind, tough terrain, and dry conditions that... Read More.
Harris Jury Completes Seventh Day of Deliberations
The jury finished its seventh day of deliberations Friday in the third Cal Harris murder trial. It was another slow day of deliberations, with jurors reconvening at 9:15 Friday. Jurors submitted two notes before they were dismissed for the day at noon... Read More.
Lane Closures to Occur at Prospect Mountain Site This Week
The New York State Department of Transportation will perform construction work requiring lane closures at various locations within the Prospect Mountain construction project in the City of Binghamton and the Town Dickinson. Each lane closure in the area on Rt 17 and I-81... Read More.
Man Falls into Susquehanna Trying to Flee Police
A man was arrested after New York State Police say he ran from troopers then fell into the Susquehanna River. Troopers said at approximately 10:32 p.m. last night, Matthew Barrows of Castle Creek Road in Binghamton, was driving off Hooper Road... Read More.
Harris Jury Deliberates for Sixth Day
The jury deliberated for a sixth day yesterday in the third Cal Harris murder trial. Due to juror appointments, the jury didn't reconvene and continue deliberating until just before 2 p.m. Because of the shortened day, jurors only deliberated for three hours. ... Read More.
Prosecutor Recommends 33 to 41 Month Sentence for Matthew Libous
Federal prosecutors said the son of state senator Tom Libous should be sentenced to 33 to 41 months in prison. According to court documents filed by the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, prosecutors cited various reasons as to... Read More.
Tioga Central School District Holds Budget Hearing
Many residents attended a public hearing last night regarding the Tioga Central School District’s proposed 2015-2016 budget, which involves a 30 percent tax levy increase. The school board proposed the $900,000 budget increase to replenish the district’s reserve funds, and make up for... Read More.
Harris Jury Completes Fifth Day of Deliberations
The jury completed day five of deliberations yesterday in the third Cal Harris murder trial. The jury spent the entire day deliberating. It wasn't until 4 p.m. that the jury asked to see evidence or a read back of any witness testimony. ... Read More.
Apalachin Home Extensively Damaged by Fire
A fire broke out in Apalachin early this morning causing extensive damage to a home. It happened at approximately 2 a.m. at 42 New St., just off of Main Street. The Apalachin Fire Department said the family was home when the fire... Read More.
Judge Instructs Harris Jury to Continue Deliberations
The jury announced it was deadlocked at 12:15 yesterday during the fourth day of deliberations in the third Cal Harris murder trial. Schoharie County Judge George Bartlett instructed the jury to continue deliberating until a verdict is reached. He instructed jurors to... Read More.
Family of Four Escapes Elmira Fire
A family of four escaped from their Elmira home safely after a fire sparked early this morning. Fire officials said the call went out around 2 for a fire at 734 Riverside Avenue in Elmira. The fire started under the front porch, which... Read More.
