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Lockheed Martin in Line to Receive $2 Billion in Federal Contracts

Thursday, September 20 by WEBO Radio

The 2019 Defense Appropriations bill is expected to bring $2 billion in contracts to Lockheed Martin in Owego. Senator Charles Schumer said yesterday that the bi-partisan bill includes $1.1 billion for the CRH Combat Rescue Helicopter and $894 million for the Presidential Helicopter Replacement... Read More.

Endicott Man Charged with Felony Rape

Thursday, September 20 by WEBO Radio

The Endicott Police Department has charged an Endicott man with three counts of felony rape. The incidents allegedly occurred between February 2017 and March 2018 at a residence in Endicott. The victim was 15-years-old at the time of the first incident. 24-year-old Richard Lopez-Hernandez... Read More.

TCCC Receives Truman Foundation Grant

Thursday, September 20 by WEBO Radio

Tompkins Cortland Community College has been awarded a $15,000 grant from the Owego-based Mildred Faulkner Truman Foundation. The money will be used to provide financial assistance to Tioga County residents attending the College during the 2018-19 academic year. Since awarding its first grant to... Read More.

UPDATED: Former WEBO Broadcaster Grace Penny Passes Away

Wednesday, September 19 by Dave Radigan

It is with great sadness that WEBO announces the passing of Grace Penny. Grace and her husband Frank were co-owners of WEBO radio for most of the 1960’s, 70’s and 80’s. Grace was a champion of the radio station, and especially the community. Her... Read More.

Tioga County’s Unnecessary Travel Advisory Lifted

Wednesday, September 19 by WEBO Radio

Tioga County has lifted the “unnecessary travel advisory” that went into effect early Tuesday morning. As of 3PM Tuesday afternoon regular travel was permitted, however the state of emergency remains in effect until further notice. Heavy rain from Tropical Depression Florence caused flash flooding... Read More.

Unused Railroad Bridge Collapses in Tioga

Wednesday, September 19 by WEBO Radio

A railroad bridge in the Town of Tioga, near Latimer Road, collapsed Tuesday morning. The bridge was no longer used for rail traffic. It was used by pedestrians. A nearby rail bridge was closed and then re-opened following inspection.

Tioga County Road Closings as of 3PM Tuesday

Tuesday, September 18 by WEBO Radio

Roads Closed as of 3PM Tuesday: Spencer: East Spencer Rd – water over road Sam Brown & Hamilton Valley Rd. - flooded VanEtten Rd @ Kline Rd – water over the road West Hill Rd – water over the road Candor: Catatonk Hill/Whitmarsh Hollow - closed until further notice Candor Hill bridge,... Read More.