The Old Coot grew up in the dumb generation
It’s been quite a while since I spent time in Martha’s Vineyard, but the memory is fresh. I spent my mornings on a bench with…
Editorial
Harlem Wizards return to OFA for an October 2 fundraising event
The Harlem Wizards, an interactive, fun, community basketball event, is coming to Owego, N.Y. The world-famous Harlem Wizards will visit Owego Free Academy on Sunday,…
Tioga County Industrial Development Agency announces promotion
The Tioga County Industrial Development Agency recently announced the promotion of Christine Curtis to TCIDA Executive Director. Christine has worked at the TCIDA the past…
Owego Taekwon-do instructor travels to International Instruction Course in Colorado
Before the start of Owego Gymnastics and Activity Center’s Summer Session, TaeKwon-Do instructor Mr. Schuyler attended the International TaeKwon-Do Federation’s International Instructor Course in Colorado….
9/11 ceremony remembers the fallen; honors the bravest
2022 marks the sixth year that the Sept. 11 ceremony has been held at the Town of Owego’s 9/11 Memorial in Hickories Park. Master of…
Faith Column; Need for Focus
Hello! My name is Nancy Adams, and on July 1 I became the pastor of the Owego United Methodist Church. I am really enjoying my church family,…
Tioga County’s Summer Youth Employment Program
Each year New York State appropriates TANF funds to support the New York State Summer Youth Employment Program. These funds are allocated to the local Department…
Collector Car Corner / Chevy Corvair and a rare 1962 Chrysler Newport
Q: Greg I like Chevy Corvairs that roamed in the 1960s. What are your feelings about the Corvair as an entry-level collector car? They seem…
Punching out Parkinson’s
Rock Steady Boxing Southern Tier NY, based out of Binghamton, recently opened a location in Owego. The nonprofit has expanded their “Punch out Parkinson’s” program. Twice-weekly sessions…
Schoolhouse Market opens in Newark Valley
On Saturday, Sept. 3, Peggy and Ken VanVorce welcomed the public to help them celebrate the opening of their new venture, the Schoolhouse Market. After…