Tioga County Archives - Page 5 of 312

OA School District reminding drivers to watch out for school buses, students

Wednesday, September 3 by Pat McDonald

With students heading back to school today, the Owego Apalachin School District is reminding motorists to watch out for school buses and students.Drivers should remember that it is illegal to pass a school bus with red flashing lights on, no matter what side of... Read More.

Village of Waverly renews contract for police body cameras

Wednesday, September 3 by Pat McDonald

The Village of Waverly Trustees recently approved a contract renewal for police body cameras.According to the Morning Times, the contract with Axon will provide the village police department with 16 new body cameras and another for the village code enforcement officer.The new contract, which... Read More.

Owego PD confirms body was found Tuesday in Owego Creek

Friday, August 29 by Pat McDonald

The Owego Police Department has confirmed that a body was found earlier this week in the Owego Creek.According to police, a father and son were fishing on Tuesday at around 2 p.m. when they discovered the body wedged against a tree, partially submerged in... Read More.

Nichols Old Home Day to be held Monday

Friday, August 29 by Pat McDonald

It’s almost time for Old Home Day in Nichols.The annual event will be held on Monday, Sept. 1 at Kirby Park.There will be carnival games and other entertainment for kids, live music, craft vendors and food trucks.The parade will begin at 10 a.m. and... Read More.

Tioga Downs donates $70K to Southern Tier Veterans Support Group

Thursday, August 28 by Pat McDonald

Tioga Downs Casino Resort presented a $70,000 donation to the Southern Tier Veterans Support Group (STVSG) on Thursday evening prior to the Carly Pearce concert.The total donation represents all proceeds from a recent benefit concert hosted by Tioga Downs, which were then personally matched... Read More.

Williams donates $5K to A New Hope Center in Owego

Thursday, August 28 by Pat McDonald

A New Hope Center in Owego received a major donation from the Williams Companies this week.The non-profit organization received a $5,000 check from Williams, which used funds raised from their charity golf tournament.A New Hope Center provides services to victims of domestic violence, sexual... Read More.

Langworthy in Southern Tier promoting Energy Choice Act

Thursday, August 28 by Pat McDonald

Congressman Nick Langworthy is in the Southern Tier today to promote the Energy Choice Act, which would stop states like New York from banning energy sources like natural gas from new construction.In their 2023 budget, Gov. Kathy Hochul and Democratic lawmakers passed the law... Read More.

NY State Police provides update on motorcycle crash

Wednesday, August 27 by Pat McDonald

The New York State Police has provided more information on Monday night's motorcycle accident on Interstate 86 East.According to police, a Harley Davidson being operated by a 38-year-old male veered off the roadway at approximately 6:07 pm on the highway ijn the Town of... Read More.

Ithaca airport to receive over $3 million in federal funds for upgrades

Wednesday, August 27 by Pat McDonald

The Ithaca Tompkins International Airport is set to receive more than $3 million dollars in federal funding.According to Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, the funding was awarded through the Federal Aviation Administration's Aiport Improvement Program and Airport Infrastructure Grant Program.The airport will use... Read More.

Waverly Game Day, football doubleheader set for Saturday

Tuesday, August 26 by Pat McDonald

Downtown Waverly will be filled with student-athletes and fans on Saturday as part of Waverly Game Day.The annual event will be held from 10 am to 12:30 p.m. on Broad Street. It will feature a parade of Waverly Fall Sports teams as well as... Read More.

Nichols Old Home Day set for Monday

Tuesday, August 26 by Pat McDonald

It’s almost time for Old Home Day in Nichols.The annual event will be held on Monday, Sept. 1 at Kirby Park in Nichols.There will be carnival games and other entertainment for kids, live music, craft vendors and food trucks.The parade will begin at 10... Read More.

Motorcycle accident sends one to hospital, shuts down I-86 East for hours

Monday, August 25 by Pat McDonald

A motorcycle accident shut down part of Interstate 86 East near Owego on Monday evening.The accident occurred at around 6:12 p.m. on I-86 East between Exits 63 and 64.The crash shut down both lanes of traffic for several hours. One lane was reopened as... Read More.