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911 callers help police locate and arrest suspects who struck building with vehicle before fleeing

Monday, October 7 by Pat McDonald

BINGHAMTON, NY -- A man and a woman are facing multiple charges after being found in a vehicle that was reported missing and fleeing police.On Monday, September 30, at approximately 9:30 a.m., Broome County Sheriff’s Office Road Patrol observed a 2010 Toyota Corrolla that... Read More.

Cornell University administration building vandalized by pro-Palestine activists

Thursday, August 29 by Pat McDonald

Cornell University’s Day Hall Administration Building was vandalized this week.Graffiti was sprayed at the entrance of the building and a glass door was smashed.Pro-Palestine activists spray painted “Israel bombs Cornell pays” and “blood is on your hands” on the building.The graffiti was removed and... Read More.

Texas triples razor wire barriers, continues building border wall

Tuesday, August 20 by The Center Square

Texas is continuing to expand razor wire barriers and building its own wall along its border with Mexico through Gov. Greg Abbott’s border security mission, Operation Lone Star. ... Read More.

Report: Local lawmen responsible for building where shots fired

Monday, July 15 by The Center Square

As the review of security procedures after the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump continues, the blame may fall on local police. ... Read More.

NYPD storms protest-occupied Columbia building, several arrested

Wednesday, May 1 by The Center Square

Following weeks of tense standoffs between pro-Palestinian demonstrators leading to violent escalation at Columbia University, officials at the Ivy League institution finally gave the green light for the... Read More.

Pro-Palestinian protesters occupy Columbia University building

Tuesday, April 30 by The Center Square

Pro-Palestinian protesters broke windows, barricaded doors and occupied a building at New York's Columbia University overnight after school officials said they would not cede to demands from demonstrators... Read More.

Security upgrades, including guards, in effect at Tioga County office building

Tuesday, April 11 by Bill Moyer

(Owego, NY) – Martha Sauerbrey, chairwoman of the Tioga County Legislature, reports a major upgrade in security took effect Monday at the Ronald E. Dougherty Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.As of Monday, Security Guards will greet visitors as they enter the building and... Read More.

Security updates underway at Tioga’s Dougherty Office Building in Owego

Wednesday, January 18 by Bill Moyer

(Owego, NY) - Martha Sauerbrey, chairwoman of the Tioga County Legislature reports security upgrades are underway at the Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building on Main Street in Owego.Over the past year the County Office building has been systematically improving security by installing cameras on... Read More.

Historic building used by both Owego police department and village court to be restored

Monday, September 12 by Bill Moyer

(OWego, NY) - Village of Owego has partnered with TEAM Tioga to restore the historic building at 90 Temple St. that houses the Owego Police Department and the Village Court.This work began in summer 2021 when TEAM Tioga wrote a grant to the NYS... Read More.

Building Community Camaraderie Through Fun; All Invited to Free National Night Out Event in Owego

Wednesday, July 27 by WEBO

OWEGO, N.Y. -- On August 7, 1984, law enforcement agencies across the United States, along with neighborhood watch groups, civic groups, state and regional crime prevention associations, and volunteers came together for a celebration of community and to build positive relationships within the... Read More.

Towanda Jr.-Sr. students must carry clear bookbags around high school building

Wednesday, June 29 by Bill Moyer

By TOWANDA AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT (Towanda, Pa.) - For the 2022-23 school year, there has been a change in the bookbag policy at Towanda Jr.-Sr High School. Students carrying traditional bookbags to school must place those bookbags in their locker during the school day or... Read More.

PA Capitol building to re-open to the public on Monday with enhanced security

Wednesday, March 17 by Bill Moyer

Harrisburg, PA – The Capitol Building will reopen to the public with enhanced security protocols on Monday, March 22, the Department of General Services has announced.The public will be able to enter the building at the Main Capitol, East Wing and North Office Building... Read More.