Arrest Comes Following Waverly Robberies

A Waverly man has been arrested by Waverly Police for his alleged connection to a string of burglaries within the village. 27-year-old Christopher Henson has been charged with two counts of felony burglary and one count of criminal possession of a controlled substance. He... Read More.

Sayre Native Alaska StateTrooper Shot and Killed

A shooting in Alaska resulted in the death of two Alaska State Troopers, one of which was a native of the Sayre area. Trooper Gabriel Rich and Sergeant Patrick Johnson were shot and killed on Thursday, and 19-year-old Nathaniel Lee Kangas is under arrest... Read More.

Athens Hosts Annual ArtsFest Over the Weekend

The Athens ArtsFest was held Saturday and Sunday at the Athens Area School District grounds, and over 100 local artists took part in the event. From painters to woodcarvers, artists were able to not only put on displays of making their art, but were... Read More.

Waverly Child’s Death Ruled Accidental

A young child was killed in Waverly after a television fell from a dresser and struck her. The young girl and her 6-year-old sister were playing when the large television became dislodged and fell. Sayre Police reported to the scene on Warren Street in... Read More.

Veterans Services Available at PA Rep.’s Sayre Office

Pennsylvania representative Tina Pickett is reminding local residents that her satellite office in Sayre will be hosting free veterans assistance hours starting later this month. The American Legion Service Officer Outreach Program will be providing the assistance at Pickett's office from 10 to 2... Read More.

Athens Woman Fires Revolver Near Residences

An Athens woman was arrested by Athens Township police recently on a charge of recklessly endangering another person. 26-year-old Ashley Joiner is also facing a charge of disorderly conduct related to an incident which took place on April 23rd. Police say Joiner fired two... Read More.

Three-Vehicle Crash in Waverly Sends Four to Hospital

A three-vehicle accident in Waverly sent four people to the hospital on Tuesday. The crash took place at the intersection of Fulton and Broad streets. The intersection had to be closed off for a period of time Tuesday afternoon while the scene was cleared.... Read More.

Athens Man Arrested in Tioga County

Tioga County Sheriff's deputies arrested an Athens man for a violation of the Family Court Act. 24-year-old Steven Wheeler of East Vanderbilt Street in Athens was found to have a warrant for his arrest after a vehicle stop on State Route 34 in the... Read More.

Sayre Man Awaits Arraignment After Shots Fired

Charges have been filed against the Keystone Manor resident who allegedly discharged a firearm within in his apartment. Sayre Borough Police have filed charges against 62-year-old James Carnrike in district court. He is now facing a charge of discharge of a firearm into an... Read More.

Waverly School District Announces Public Hearing

The Waverly Central School District has announced a public hearing next week to discuss next year's budget. Officials will be outlining the $28.6 million spending plan, which was approved by the Board of Education last week. The meeting will be held next Tuesday at... Read More.

Athens ArtsFest Set for This Weekend

The Athens area is getting ready for their annual ArtsFest which is kicking off this weekend. On Saturday and Sunday, visitors can explore artisan booths both indoors and outdoors and enjoy festival foods from a number of vendors, with Philly cheese steaks, crab cakes,... Read More.

Open Door Mission Preps for Back-to-School Bash

The Open Door Mission on North Avenue in Owego and the Red Door on Broad Street in Waverly are in the process of preparing for this year's back to school bash. In August, both locations will be giving away backpacks filled with school supplies... Read More.