Owego Apalachin Central School District voters approve proposed budget
On May 20, voters in the Owego Apalachin Central School District voted to approve the district’s proposed 2025-2026 school budget of $59,769,964. The budget had a…
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Tioga County Sheriff’s Report
On April 15, 2025, the Tioga County Sheriff’s Office arrested Debra Swantner, age 53, of Spencer, N.Y., for the charges of DWI and Aggravated DWI…
Memorial Day in Owego; Remembering the fallen
By JoAnn R. Walter — In Owego, N.Y. Memorial Day has held special significance for veterans and the community for decades. It is a time…
Photos: Museum holds Grand Reopening Fundraiser
On May 10, the Tioga County Historical Society held its Grand Reopening Fundraiser. Unveiled at the event was a new multimedia exhibit featuring its most…
Tioga County Property Transactions
On May 6, 2025, property located at 97 Spring St., Village of Waverly, from Thomas Bednarek to Michelle Mackes for $179,000. On May 7, 2025,…
Letter: Truth, Facts, and Opinion
Dear Editor, Truth: “There will always be truth, regardless of lack of understanding, disbelief, or ignorance.” — W. Clement Stone Facts: “Facts do not cease…
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 480 to host 27th annual catfish derby
By Wendy Post — The Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 480 is gearing up for its 27th annual Joseph Kinney Memorial all-night catfish derby, June…
Letter: May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Dear Editor, Today’s youth are navigating a mental health landscape more complex and unforgiving than ever before. Rising rates of anxiety, depression, self-harm, and suicide…
Owego excels in its first Drone Soccer season
By JoAnn R. Walter — After finishing up their first Drone Soccer season in early May, Owego has emerged as a leader in a competition…
A Pastor’s Thoughts: Different Ways to Pray
Pastor Bruce Gillette, First Presbyterian Union Church — For the last 20-plus years, teachers and educators have been talking about something that many of us…