Gold Star Mother honors her son with a graveside wreath
On a cold Saturday afternoon, Gold Star Mother Barbara Bilbrey went to her fallen hero son’s grave to place a wreath in his honor. Twenty-one-year-old…
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Legislature recognizes Ralph Kelsey; congratulates Candor Indians Volleyball Team at regular meeting
During the Tioga County Legislature’s final meeting for 2019, held Tuesday at the Hubbard Auditorium in Owego, they honored Ralph E. Kelsey for his 22…
The Saga of Young Joe
Again this 2019 holiday season, more and more drivers of all ages are expected on the road. So, as we do each year, it’s time…
Guest Editorial: State initiative to further address Opioid Epidemic in rural communities
In 2017, the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services awarded CASA-Trinity a grant to begin a Center of Treatment Innovation (COTI)…
Class of ’67 pays it forward
The Owego Free Academy (OFA) Class of 1967 continues their “OFA Class of 1967 gives back program” with donations going back out into the community….
Tioga Opportunities, Inc. presents ‘Winter Wonderland’ social hour
The holidays are upon us! Join Tioga Opportunities, Inc. on Thursday, Dec. 19, from 12:45 to 2 p.m. at the Countryside Community Center as they offer…
Memorial blood drive set for December 19
On Dec. 19 from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m., Supervisor Donald Castellucci, Jr., Town of Owego, will be sponsoring his 23rd annual Red Cross Blood Drive….
Gladney Taking his Game to the Next Level
After a stellar Division III football career at Ithaca College, former Owego Free Academy athlete Will Gladney is now training for a shot at a…
Original Romeo member celebrates a milestone birthday
Romeo Tom McLean celebrated his 83rd birthday last Tuesday at Becky’s Diner in Waverly. Tom is an original member of the Romeo’s, or Retired Old…
OFA recognized for raising student achievement
Solution Tree recently recognized Owego Free Academy for its consistent multi-year success in raising student achievement. The school’s successful implementation of the Professional Learning Communities…