The Old Coot’s pants are on fire
I’m a liar. Everyone is, but it’s something that a lot of people won’t admit. Not me! I even lie to my doctor. I’m not…
Editorial
Experience America’s past
The public is invited to experience America’s past at an upcoming rendezvous on July 17 and 18 at the The Bement-Billings Farmstead and Museum, located…
1866 Amoskeag Steam Fire Engine due back to Owego in 2021
Owego Hose Team members transported the Owego Fire Department’s 1866 Amoskeag Steam Fire Engine, known as the “Steamer” and often referred to as the “pride…
Firemen’s Convention concludes in Owego
The Central New York Firemen’s Association’s 127th Annual Convention and 68th Annual Convention of the Ladies Auxiliary of Central New York, hosted by the Owego…
Convention continues, with Hose Races and Parade slated for today
The rain let up just in time for the commencement of Friday evening’s activities for the Central New York Firemen’s Association’s annual convention, held this…
Wet and rainy Fourth followed by stormy weather into the work week
At the time of this reporting on Thursday evening, and according to NYSEG, over 22,000 Upstate New York customers remained without power, to include approximately…
Cars We Remember – Porsche 924: Was it a bust, or a fabulous collector car
Q: Greg, can you give some information on the 1981 924 Porsche? I remember my one friend said it was junk, while my other friend…
Guest Editorial: Dangers of placing your rechargeable batteries in your recycling bins or carts
You can help prevent fires in recycling trucks and at recycling facilities by keeping Lithium Ion and other rechargeable batteries out of your recycling bin…
Remembering Frank M. Baker
The Central New York Firemen’s Association (CNYFA) holds a special place in the hearts of Owego firefighters as its founder and first president was Owego’s…
Convention kicks off in Owego
On July 8, the Central New York Fireman’s Association held a welcome reception to kick off their weekend long annual convention. The American Legion in…