Senator Libous Remains Senate Deputy Majority Leader

Sen. Tom Libous will remain the number two Republican in the Senate leadership despite health and legal problems. In a statement, a spokeswoman for Senate Republican Leader Dean Skelos said it was “absolutely not true” that Libous would be replaced. “Senator Libous will remain... Read More.

Glenmary Inn To Be Auctioned

The historic Glenmary Inn is up for auction tomorrow in Owego. The mansion had been vacant for 20 years before it was purchased it and turned it into a bed and breakfast. The house has 11 bedrooms, all with private baths, and two large... Read More.

Testimony Resumes in Tioga County Homicide Trial

Testimony is scheduled to resume again today in the murder trial of Douglas Every. He was charged with second degree murder and tampering with evidence after being accused of stabbing Milton Jump last year. Members of the sheriff's office were among those to testify... Read More.

Hearing Scheduled on Veteran’s Tax Exemption

OA Schools has scheduled a public hearing on the topic of the Veterans' Tax Exemption. The public hearing will begin at 7 p.m. Wednesday, November 19, in the large-group instruction hall (LGI), which is located just off the main lobby at Owego Free Academy,... Read More.

Jury Selection Began Yesterday in Tioga Homicide Trial

Jury selection began yesterday in the murder trial of the Town of Tioga man accused of stabbing his housemate to death. Douglas Every is accused of stabbing and killing his housemate Milton Jump in October 2013. The Tioga County Sheriff's Office responded to Every's... Read More.

Garage Fire in Apalachin

There was a garage fire this morning on South Apalachin Road in Apalachin. The call came in about 5:45 this morning. Reports are that the Apalachin Fire Department has the fire under control on South Apalachin Road.

Veterans Day Memorials Marked in Tioga County

The Veterans Day event in Owego took place yesterday. A ceremony to honor vets, those missing in action, and those who made the ultimate sacrifice was held at the Tioga County Veterans Memorial outside of the Tioga County Courthouse. Here's Jim Raftus from the... Read More.

Veteran’s Day Observed Throughout Region

Owego and Tioga County will mark Veterans Day 2014 at 11 a.m. today at the Tioga County Veterans Memorial on its 27th anniversary of dedication. Veterans request all citizens to observe a moment of silence at 11 a.m. on the 96th anniversary of the... Read More.

Casino Selection Decision Delayed to Month End

A decision on what business would get the casino license in the Southern Tier was expected by Mid-November, but that timeline may have changed. The five-member New York State Gaming Facility Location Board met Monday morning in New York City. The board discussed the... Read More.

Family Rebuilding After Devastating Fire

A month after a devastating fire took everything they owned, the Butlers are in the process of rebuilding with a little help from the community. A benefit to raise money for Rick and Jess Butler, and their two daughters, was held at the Owego... Read More.

Veteran’s Day Ceremonies Set For Tuesday

Veterans Day is tomorrow. At 11am tomorrow, the ceremonies begin at the Tioga County Veterans Memorial. Church bells will ring and fire sirens will sound as a tribute. And a moment of silence will be observed. In Newark Valley it's a Veterans Day dinner... Read More.