Letter: One Nation, Under God
I am very thankful for freedom of speech, the press and the freedom to pursue life, liberty, and happiness. My ancestors came here to do…
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Letter: DID YOU KNOW?
Are you jealous of those who have more than you? Do millionaires intimidate you? Do billionaires offend you? Do you think life would be better…
Strawberry Festival 5K Walk/Run Returns to Owego With Music, Family Fun, and Community Celebration
Runners, walkers, and families are invited to kick off the 44th annual Owego Strawberry Festival with the Strawberry Festival 5K Walk/Run taking place on Thursday,…
Accounting Explained for Owego’s Upcoming School District Vote
[By Wendy Post] On May 19, area residents will head to their polling locations to vote on their respective proposed school budgets. Most polling places…
Memorial Day – a time to honor and reflect; service of remembrance and parade taking place May 25
[By Barbara Bilbrey, Iraq Gold Star Mother and Ceremony Emcee] Every year, just prior to Memorial Day, an article by Jim Raftis, Sr. appeared in…
Motorcyclist Dies in Candor Crash
On May 16, 2026, just after 12 p.m., New York State Police at Owego responded to a crash involving an SUV and a motorcycle on…
Here Comes Pentecost—Aren’t You Excited?
[By Jim Robie] We have just celebrated Easter Sunday—one of the most joyful and significant feast days for Christians, and one widely recognized even in…
A Pastor’s Thoughts: For the Glory of God
[By Pastor Wayne Sibrava, Living Water Baptist Church] The word “glory” is used 475 times in 365 verses in one translation of the Bible. There…
Paint the Pavement: A Skateboard Art Exhibition
The Tioga Arts Council, in partnership with Do Rad Things and the Newark Valley Central School District, recently announced a community-wide event: an exhibition featuring…
Reminder: Catfish Derby taking place June 6 and 7
The VVA Chapter 480 President, Lee Spinner, recently presented a check to the President of the Waverly Sportsmen’s Club. This donation will assist with the…