The Old Coot can’t whistle
[By Merlin Lessler] I was riding on my old friend, a 1984 Sears, Free Spirit bicycle, the other day, and tried to whistle. I thought…
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Scholarship raises record amount for Agriculture and Trades
[By JoAnn R. Walter] Eleven Tioga County high school graduates were presented with $1,000 scholarships from the Kate Whittemore Memorial Scholarship fund. Students, parents, and…
When America Had a Different View of Weight
[By Ed Nizalowski, Historian] If one were to compile a list of national characteristics for this country that have evolved in recent years, weight consciousness…
Village of Owego: Comptroller’s office reveals deficiencies
[By Wendy Post] During a period from August 1, 2023 to May 21, 2025, Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli’s office conducted an ongoing audit to determine if…
Apalachin Library Receives Grant to Improve Accessibility for Patrons
The Apalachin Library recently announced that it received funding from the Mildred Faulkner Truman Foundation to establish a new accessible computer workstation, expanding access to…
Town Board Meeting to address dog control
The July 21 Newark Valley Town Board Meeting, set for 7 p.m. at the Town Hall at 109 Whig St., will feature talks about the Department…
TCAS Farmers Market Enters Fourth Week at Marvin Park, Championing Local Agriculture Alongside Regional Markets
The newly launched Tioga County Agricultural Society Farmers Market is entering its fourth week, bringing a vibrant selection of local goods to the community every…
Tioga County Rural Ministry Receives Over $100,000 Donation to Help Meet Urgent Community Needs
Tioga County Rural Ministry received a personal donation of over $100,000 on July 6 from Adam Weitsman, owner of Upstate Shredding – Weitsman Recycling, to…
What’s Happening for the week of July 19, 2026
What’s Happening – Send dated church, school, social, or non-profit event information (50 words or less) to The Owego Pennysaver, 181-183 Front St. Owego, N.Y….
True Leadership Skills Grow from Loving to Do Our Best – Part 2
[By Sister Chirya] To truly lead, start by quietly listening, observing, and silently guiding others with love and genuine care, free from making judgments. Realize…