Blue Christmas celebrated with service on winter solstice
By Sebby S. Truesdail — Sunday, Dec. 21, was the first day of the winter solstice season. Over at the First Presbyterian Union Church, located…
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Tioga County American Legion Auxiliary hopes to build attendance in 2026!
Tioga County American Legion Auxiliary is in the midst of discussing the meeting day and time for 2026. Currently, meetings are held on the second…
Free Tax Preparation Available in Tioga County
Thanks to financial support from the IRS and AARP Foundation, local certified Tax-Aide volunteers will prepare your taxes at no charge. They work with moderate-…
Spotlight on the Tioga County Department of Social Services
Contributed by Jackson Bailey II, County Administrator — Tioga County is pleased to highlight the Department of Social Services as part of its ongoing Department…
Scouting in America; Troop 30 honors veterans in Arlington
The past year was a busy year for Troop 30 Scouts. Capping off the year was Newark Valley Boy Scout Troop 30’s ninth year participating…
County treasurer set to retire
By JoAnn R. Walter — When Jim McFadden was growing up in Owego, he took on a newspaper route around the village. Once a week,…
A Pastor’s Thoughts
By Rev. Dr. Joseph Sellepack, Executive Director, Broome County Council of Churches — I have long been fascinated by the character of Herod and his…
What’s Happening for the week of December 28, 2025
What’s Happening – send dated church, school, social, or non-profit event information (50 words or less) to The Owego Pennysaver, Attention: Wendy Post, 181-183 Front…
Ruffling Feathers: Chicken Ordinance Remains Under Review
By Matt Freeze — OWEGO — Details regarding a proposed chicken ordinance for the Village of Owego are still being ironed out, with a new…
DSS Commissioner reflects on his career
By JoAnn R. Walter — Tioga County Commissioner of Social Services Shawn Yetter has retired after a 40-plus year career. The Tioga County Legislature acknowledged…