Tioga County Legislature elects Monell as chair for 2026

The Tioga County Legislature held their First Special and Organizational Meeting of 2026 on Friday, January 2. During the meeting, Legislators unanimously elected Tracy Monell to serve as Chair of the Tioga County Legislature for the 2026 term.As Chair of the Legislature, Legislator Monell... Read More.

Free income tax preparation available in New York

Free income tax preparation for New York state residents is now available.The program is provided by Tioga County AARP Foundation Tax-Aide volunteers.The Waverly Historical Museum is hosting the Tax-Aide program again this year.Reservations for your February, March or April appointment can be made by... Read More.

Fire destroys house in Van Etten

A Van Etten home was destroyed by a fire on New Year's Day.The fire started at around 3:30 p.m. on Thursday on Murray Street in Van Etten.No one was home at the time of the fire, but several pets were lost in the blaze.The... Read More.

Delta to stop flights at Greater Binghamton Airport

Delta Airlines will soon end all flights out of the Greater Binghamton Airport.The airline will end services at the Binghamton airport in February.Delta will work with customers who booked flights after February 14th.Delta is currently the only commercial airline operating at the local airport.In... Read More.

Town of Owego to honor astronaut Doug Hurley

The Town of Owego will honor astronaut Doug Hurley in a ceremony today.The town will formally recognize the installation of a commemorative sign at the base of Forest Hill Road honoring Hurley, who grew up on the road.The ceremony will take place at 11... Read More.

Tioga County launching Hometown Hero Banner Program

Tioga County is launching a Hometown Hero Banner program to honor local first responders and military members.Similar to banner programs in Binghamton and the Valley, each banner will feature the hero’s name, rank, Tioga County town and a photo.The Tioga County United Way is... Read More.

New York sees decline in fatal car accidents in 2025

New York is seeing a sharp decline in the number of fatal crashes, the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) reported last week.Overall, fatalities fell from 766 between January and October in 2024 to 681 during that same timeframe this year.Motorcycle fatalities also decreased, according... Read More.