Governor announces dentists can reopen, statewide
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that New York dentists can reopen statewide tomorrow. Dentists’ offices will be subject to state guidance on best practices…
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Parade to send off Owego’s newest Marine on Sunday
Owego’s newest local Marine, Jason Kithcart, is set to depart for Parris Island on June 8 after being sworn into the United States Marine Corps…
‘Don’t give up on your dreams’
An old saying, “Beam me up, Scotty,” probably sounds appealing during a pandemic, but for someone like Apalachin, New York’s Doug Hurley, going to space…
Governor Cuomo announces New York City to open in Phase 1 on June 8; Southern Tier Region reopened Phase 2 today
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that New York City will enter Phase 1 of reopening on June 8 and that five other regions—Central New York,…
National event recognizes our hometown heroes
The 46th annual National EMS Week was recognized May 17-23. The occasion, first proclaimed in 1974 by then President Gerald Ford, extends thanks to EMS personnel…
Governor Cuomo issues order authorizing businesses to deny entry to those not wearing masks or face coverings
Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today issued an Executive Order authorizing businesses to deny entry to individuals who do not wear…
Photos: Student athletes place flags on veteran graves
For the past several years, the Owego Apalachin wrestling team has helped the VFW place flags in the Evergreen Cemetery at the graves of veterans…
Stray Haven Pet of the Week for the week of May 24, 2020
Hey guys! I’m Chloe and the staff says I’m the sweetest girl! I’m a 2-year-old special needs kitty. I have some nerve damage on my…
‘Phased and Confused’
As businesses began to reopen last week, and with restrictions set in place, many small business owners had more questions than answers. As the pandemic…
OA District to hold School Board Election and Budget Vote
The Governor ordered that the June 9 Budget and Board Election be held by absentee voting only. Consequently, the district has been engaged in due…