Video footage of Barleycorn robbery; police are seeking assistance
The Tioga County Sheriff’s Office is releasing security footage of a strong armed Robbery that occurred on Front Street in Owego, N.Y. at the Barleycorn…
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Owego YES! LEADers complete training
Sixteen students from Owego Free Academy completed their training to become YES! LEADers. YES! LEADers are middle and high school students who teach elementary school…
Stray Haven Pet of the Week for the week of Jan. 4, 2014
Violet is a three to four year old Coonhound mix that arrived at Stray Haven as a stray in March 2014. She has spent nearly…
Area residents react to State’s stance on ‘no’ fracking
On Dec. 17, Governor Andrew Cuomo made the controversial announcement that he plans to ban hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, in New York. In a county…
Wellness for a new year
The old year is behind us. 2015 is ahead with new challenges and new beginnings; for some a fresh start. Emily Miller wrote: “Then sing…
Local teacher sends ‘time capsule’ cards to veterans
While cleaning out a room at her home recently, retired Candor Elementary school teacher Deanna Houck came across a plastic bag full of interesting envelopes….
New York’s Governor reports all-time high in New York farmers’ sales
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo recently announced that farmers in New York set a sales record in 2013, with $5.68 billion in cash receipts – more…
Community banking thrives at 5-Star Tioga State Bank
Tioga State Bank, out of Spencer, N.Y. is proud to announce it has earned BauerFinancial’s 5-Star Superior rating for strength and security, positive proof that…
ICS Solutions Group rolls out brand new 2015 ICS Cares program
Robert LaFave, chief operations officer for ICS Solutions Group, has announced their new 2015 community initiative, ICS Cares, which will further help local organizations and…
Owego man arrested following incident with his pickup truck
On Dec. 31, the Owego Police Department (OPD) reported that on Sunday, Dec. 28 they arrested 44-year old Gregory L. Frakes, of Owego, N.Y. following…