Job Fair held as layoffs loom at Sanmina
It was learned last week that Sanmina, located at 1200 Taylor Rd. in Owego, N.Y., would close its doors next year. A number of temporary…
Editorial
Residents of Owego Gardens learn about emergency preparedness
On Dec. 8, Owego Gardens hosted presenters from Tioga County Public Health, the Owego Fire Department, and the Tioga County Red Cross to learn how…
Entrust celebrates their first year of doing business in Owego
On Dec. 1, the financial services firm of Entrust Wealth Management celebrated its first anniversary of opening their doors in Owego. Greg Burns, owner…
Historic Marker installed
By now, most people have heard of Belva A. Lockwood (1830-1917) and her connection with the village of Owego, so it is important that we…
He’s not so mean, that Mister Grinch
On Sunday, the volunteers at the Candor Fire Department held their annual “Breakfast with the Grinch” at the station located in Candor. And despite his…
Guest Editorial: New Jail or Positive changes for community
I have been following the community regarding the funding and building of a new jail for Cortland County. My experience as a Clinical Social Worker…
The Old Coot is ‘Hip’ smart
Okay, so you need a new hip. A lot of people do. For some, it hits early, in their 40’s and 50’s. For most folks…
Taft announces mayoral run
Owego resident Tim Taft, who is studying history and political science at Muskingum University in Ohio, has recently announced he will be hitting the streets…
Christmas Wreaths honor veterans
The wreath – the circular symbol of hope, helps communities to remember and honor those who have served in combat, or in the military during…
The Saga of Young Joe
Again this year, more and more drivers are expected on the road this 2017 holiday season. It’s a good time for our yearly column on…