Obituary – Nicholas J. Schoonover, age 72
Nicholas J. Schoonover, 72, of Tioga Center a beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, brother-in-law, and uncle passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2014 at Our…
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Senator Tom Libous to call on Gaming Commission to reconsider siting decision
In a release received Thursday evening by the Office of Senator Tom Libous, it was noted that the Senator will call on the New York State…
Scouts collect food to feed the hungry
Boy Scout Troop 43 has been busy collecting food for the hungry in the area. The Troop canvassed the community and collected dry goods that will…
OpEd: Casino decision riddled with unanswered questions
On Dec. 17, 2014, and after a long-anticipated wait by residents throughout New York State, and especially the Southern Tier of New York, a decision…
Emotions run high upon Lago Resort and Casino’s selection for Southern Tier Gaming license on Wednesday
It was a packed room on Wednesday in Albany as the Gaming Site Selection Board rendered their decision on where full gaming licenses would be…
New York move to ban fracking heartens critics
New York plans to prohibit hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, citing unresolved health issues and dubious economic benefits of the widely used gas-drilling technique and delighting…
Location of gaming sites to be determined in Albany on Wednesday
New York State’s Gaming Facility Location Board will make recommendations on Wednesday regarding where the gaming licenses will be awarded in Upstate New York. The meeting,…
Governor announces Community Renewal Funds
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo recently announced $13.6 million in Community Renewal Funds for 44 projects in regions around the State that will improve public facilities,…
Senator Libous’ sponsored bill to protect animals gains approval from Governor Cuomo
On Monday, New York State’s Governor Andrew M. Cuomo signed a bill to increase protections for pets across New York State. The bill prohibits the…
Former commissioner retains seat; new fire station build a hot spot in election
In the commissioner election for the Owego Fire District, incumbent Joe Stocks soundly defeated challenger Carl Jones. On Tuesday, Dec. 9, district voters reelected Stocks…