The Transformative Capacity of Soft Power; People need knowledge of their own power; how to access and nourish it
By Sister Chirya — “This, my dear, is the greatest challenge to being alive. To witness injustice in the world and not allow it to…
Editorial
Tioga County Property Transactions
On Jan. 7, 2025, property located at 351 East Berkshire Rd., Town of Berkshire, from Henry, Elizabeth, and Noah Speicher to Samuel II and Barbara…
Photos: OFA Wrestler excels at recent Sectional Duals
Gavin Lovell, from Owego Free Academy, competed in the New York State All-Star Youth Sectional Duals in Whitesboro, N.Y. on Jan. 4 and Jan. 5,…
The Old Coot says, ‘Just call me Coot’
By Merlin Lessler — I’ve had dealings with some pleasant and interesting people over the last few months. A profitable exchange with Coin Dealer Scott,…
‘Showered with Cards’; Richford resident overwhelmed with birthday love
By JoAnn R. Walter — Dora Brind, of Richford, N.Y., celebrated her 90th birthday on Jan. 4. An anonymous individual had placed a request in…
‘Suessical: The Musical’ on the Tioga Central Stage; Shows set for January 24 and 25
By Wendy Post — The students involved with Tioga Central Drama Club have been busy preparing for their upcoming production of “Suessical: The Musical”, based…
Guest Editorial: With Inauguration Looming, Local Democrats Undeterred
By Irena Raia, TCDC Vice Chair and Chair of Communications — At noon on Jan. 20, all three branches of the U.S. government will come…
Ken Patterson celebrates 75th birthday!
On Jan. 11, 2025, Commander Ken Patterson’s 75th birthday was celebrated at the American Legion in Owego, N.Y. There was live music by Gene Hummel,…
Tioga County Legislature seeking candidates for an elected coroner vacancy
The Tioga County Legislature recently announced that the Tioga County Medical Examiner’s Office has a vacancy for an Elected Coroner effective Jan. 2, 2025. The…
Former Village of Candor Mayor pleads guilty to stealing from the village; Full restitution paid, and jail time is expected at sentencing
New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli and the New York State Police announced that former Village of Candor Mayor Eric Halstead pleaded guilty to…