Big Lots, Joann Fabrics to close in Vestal

A pair of stores in Vestal will soon close their doors for good.The Big Lots on the Vestal Parkway will close on March 16th.The company announced it would be closing 300 stores nationwide back in August.The Joann Fabrics on the Vestal Parkway will also... Read More.

Schuyler County DA to retire at end of year

Schuyler County District Attorney Joseph Fazzary has announced he will retire from the position at the end of this year.Fazzary was first elected as district attorney in 1997. At that time, he was the youngest person to ever be elected DA in New York... Read More.

Towanda advances to Scholarship Challenge finals

The Towanda Black Knights punched their ticket to the Scholarship Challenge finals on Saturday.Towanda took down Tioga Central in the opening round on Saturday, while Newark Valley beat Owego. In the final match of the day, Towanda picked up the win over Newark Valley... Read More.

Campville firefighters become certified ice rescue technicians

Members of the Campville Fire Department have completed training to become officially New York State Certified Ice Rescue Technicians.According to the department, the firefighters battled freezing temperatures, tested their limits and sharpened the lifesaving skills needed to perform in extreme conditions.The department said in... Read More.

Riley returns home for swearing in ceremony

Congressman Josh Riley returned to his hometown of Endicott on Saturday for a swearing in ceremony.Riley was sworn in to represent the 19th congressional district by his former teacher, Lynda Deluca, in a ceremony at the Village of Endicott Welcome Center.The Democrat beat incumbent Republican... Read More.

Fire damages Bath home

A home in Bath was damaged during a chimney fire on Thursday afternoon.According to the Bath Volunteer fire Department, the fire started just after 4 p.m. at a home on County Route 11.The fire started in the chimney, but quickly spread through about half... Read More.

Hundreds gather to mourn fallen Binghamton firefighter

Hundreds of people gathered to remember Binghamton firefighter John JR Gaudet on Wednesday morning.Gaudet was killed in the line of duty during a fire on Main Street in Binghamton on Feb. 12.Firefighters from throughout the Twin Tiers gathered at the St. Thomas Aquinas Church... Read More.