County Employees Honored For Saving Lives

A group of Broome County employees were honored by the county executive for saving the lives of two people this month.  A dispatcher, security officer and sheriff's deputy were commended for reviving a man who stopped breathing in Otsiningo Park June 2nd.  In another... Read More.

Three Arrested in Burglary of Waverly Church

On Tuesday morning, Waverly police responded to a report of burglary at the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church in the Village of Waverly. Police located three suspects inside the church. All three were located “sleeping” in the basement area of the church. Arrested were Neil Wasinski, 19,... Read More.

Update: Apalachin Man Dies in Motorcycle Accident

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal motor vehicle accident which occurred at the intersection of Hooper Road and Watson Blvd. in the Town of Union just before 8:00pm this evening. The accident involved two vehicles, a 2000 Suzuki sport-type motorcycle and a... Read More.

Man Dies in Motorcycle Accident in Endwell

A collision between a motorcycle and an SUV in Endwell took the life of the motorcyclist. The accident occurred at about 8PM Tuesday at the intersection of Hooper Road and Watson Boulevard. The man who died has not been identified. He was 24 years old and... Read More.

Teen Arrested Following Motel Dispute

On Friday, the New York State Police arrested Cody Troccoli, 17, of Montrose for felony charges of Criminal Mischief and Attempted Assault. Troccoli is alleged to have broken a motel lobby window with his elbow and attempted to burn the motel desk clerk with a... Read More.

Waverly Man Arrested for Violating Probation

Michael Hendrickson Jr., 26, of Waverly was arrested in Owego on Monday for violating his felony probation for a burglary charge. He was remanded to the Tioga County Jail and is to appear in Tioga County Court.

Strawberry Festival 2011 Awards Contest Winners

From Tioga County Tourism: The Strawberry Festival Committee is pleased to announce the 2011 Strawberry Festival Contest Winners: Pie Baking Contest: Adults: 1st Place: Rebekah MacFadden, Apalachin 2nd Place: Melissa Wuerthner, Owego Children: 1st Place: Nicole Canfield, Owego Eleven entries were submitted. The first place winners each received a $50 gift certificate... Read More.

Deposit Man Charged With Burglary

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office Detective Division has arrested a 26 yar old Deposit man.  Scott G. Lord has been charged with burglary after allegedly entering a residence in the Town of Sanford and stealing property from inside.  Lord was taken into custody in... Read More.

Police Say Muder In Corning Was Over Money And Drugs

Police say a weekend murder in Corning was over drugs and money. It happened Saturday on Park Avenue in Corning.   Corning, Elmira and State Police held a news conference today. Major Mark Koss with the New York State Police says they found Clark VanEtten,... Read More.

State Workers In Binghamton Protest Pending Layoffs

Public-employee unions held rallies across the state yesterday as Gov. Andrew Cuomo plans to proceed this week with 9,800 layoffs. Cuomo is seeking $450 million in concessions from labor unions or will move ahead with the layoffs, which are slated to begin July 15.... Read More.

Police Make Two Arrests in Murder of Corning Man

The New York State Police and the Corning Police have made two arrests in connection with the death of Clark VanEtten, of Corning. VanEtten was found dead in his apartment on Saturday morning June 18th. Arrested were Marland Brooks, 38, of Elmira and Samantha Smith, 28,... Read More.

OACSD: Letter to the Editor

Dear Editor: Much has been said and written by residents about this year’s OA school budget and Board of Education.  We would like to take this opportunity to clarify our positions and to correct some misinformation that has been circulating in the community.  This is... Read More.