Rain didn’t dampen spirits during Newark Valley’s Holiday Magic event
The Northern Tioga Chamber of Commerce hosted the 14th Annual Holiday Magic event in Newark Valley on Saturday, Dec. 14. Pouring rain failed to dampen…
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Reverend John Yaw Afoakwah sends Christmas blessings
Reverend John Yaw Afoakwah, Bishop of the Obuasi Catholic Diocese, sends his Blessed Christmas greeting to his former parishioners at St. Patrick’s and Blessed Trinity….
Vintage gifts for a good cause
Recently, Tioga County Rural Ministry received a unique donation meant to benefit its programs across the board. Offered up was a charming assortment of vintage…
Gold Star Mother honors her son with a graveside wreath
On a cold Saturday afternoon, Gold Star Mother Barbara Bilbrey went to her fallen hero son’s grave to place a wreath in his honor. Twenty-one-year-old…
Legislature recognizes Ralph Kelsey; congratulates Candor Indians Volleyball Team at regular meeting
During the Tioga County Legislature’s final meeting for 2019, held Tuesday at the Hubbard Auditorium in Owego, they honored Ralph E. Kelsey for his 22…
Class of ’67 pays it forward
The Owego Free Academy (OFA) Class of 1967 continues their “OFA Class of 1967 gives back program” with donations going back out into the community….
Gladney Taking his Game to the Next Level
After a stellar Division III football career at Ithaca College, former Owego Free Academy athlete Will Gladney is now training for a shot at a…
Original Romeo member celebrates a milestone birthday
Romeo Tom McLean celebrated his 83rd birthday last Tuesday at Becky’s Diner in Waverly. Tom is an original member of the Romeo’s, or Retired Old…
OFA recognized for raising student achievement
Solution Tree recently recognized Owego Free Academy for its consistent multi-year success in raising student achievement. The school’s successful implementation of the Professional Learning Communities…
Owego Pennysaver recognized as an ‘Extension Friend’
The Owego Pennysaver was among several award recipients recognized during Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE)-Tioga’s annual dinner and meeting, held Monday at Tioga Downs Casino and…