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Alleged Sex Offender Turns Down Plea Deal VIEW VIDEO
May 15, 2013 - The 62 year old sex offender accused of a home invasion in Vestal and armed robberies in several counties isn't accepting a plea deal --he wants to go to trial instead. Police say in February,... more

A Look inside 'Cockpit' of an F-35 VIEW VIDEO
May 13, 2013 - "It's amazing," said Congressman Richard Hanna (R, 22nd District) as he stepped out of a F-35 Lightning II cockpit demonstrator at Lockheed Martin in Owego. Both congressmen representing Tioga... more

Dog Owners Discuss Dog Park For Owego VIEW VIDEO
April 25, 2013 - Dogs could have a new hang out in Owego as plans for a dog park are underway. The Owego Dog Owners Group talked with town officials Thursday about what's involved in construction of a dog area... more

Navy Extends Contract with Lockheed Martin VIEW VIDEO
April 9, 2013 - A new naval contract for Lockheed Martin in Owego was announced. This one, totaling over $15 million dollars, will extend the company's current agreement. The contract will upgrade data and... more

Creativity Gets O-A Odyssey of the Mind Team to the Finals VIEW VIDEO
March 26, 2013 - The Owego Free Academy Odyssey of the Mind team is advancing to the world finals competition, based on a special award for creativity. The group placed fifth overall in the State Competition at... more

Country Singer Honors Fallen Firefighter VIEW VIDEO
March 24, 2013 - It was an afternoon filled with country music and a little BBQ in Owego on Sunday. Paul Cummings is a firefighter and country music singer.  As part of his Fire House Tour he came out to the... more

Students Get A Glimpse Of New Owego School VIEW VIDEO
March 20, 2013 - Parents and current Owego Elementary School students got a look at what their new school will look like Wednesday night.   The design team, Highland Associates, revealed the plans for the new... more

Owego Man Accused of Rape VIEW VIDEO
March 19, 2013 - A 23-year-old Owego man is facing some serious charges involving an alleged rape.   Ian Webster is accused of Rape in the 1st degree, Unlawful Imprisonment, 1st degree, Criminal Mischief,... more

Zumbathon Held in Honor of Fallen Captain Matthew Porcari VIEW VIDEO
March 17, 2013 - OWEGO -- Over a hundred people came out on Sunday to remember fallen Owego Firefighter Matthew Porcari, and do some Zumba.  A group of Zumba instructors called the Owego Girlz, hosted a Zumbathon... more

Zumbathon To Benefit Porcari Family VIEW VIDEO
March 14, 2013 - A few Zumba instructors hope to raise the spirits of a community affected by tragedy. In honor of fallen Owego Fire Captain Matthew Porcari, a group called The Owego Girlz will hold a three hour... more

Owego Residents Relieved As Flooded House Is Demolished VIEW VIDEO
March 7, 2013 - OWEGO -- It's been a long time coming according to residents on Liberty Street as one house hit by the 2011 floods was finally demolished.     According to neighbor Sonya Mammen the house at 115... more

Motocross Debate Heats Up in Owego VIEW VIDEO
March 5, 2013 - OWEGO -- There's a  continuing debate that's getting bigger, over the operation of a motocross track on Jim Jackson's pumpkin farm. At a town board meeting tonight, it was a full house for a... more

Owego home catches fire VIEW VIDEO
March 1, 2013 - A problem with a clothes dryer has been established as the cause of an early morning blaze that left an Owego family homeless. At about 1 a.m. firefighters responded to a call at 20 Academy... more

UPDATE - Suspect in CVS robbery apprehended VIEW VIDEO
February 28, 2013 - UPDATE According to police, John Malowsky, 62, was arrested by the Tioga County Sheriff's Department in connection with Thursday night's armed robbery of an Owego CVS. Reports state that... more

Police Investigating Armed Robbery at CVS VIEW VIDEO
February 27, 2013 - An apparent armed robbery Wednesday night at the CVS store on Main Street in Owego. Fox 40 was the only TV news on the scene, and we obtained this exclusive video, as police were loading a person... more

Tioga County Businesses Develop Disaster Plans VIEW VIDEO
February 27, 2013 - "If you don't have a plan for an emergency, you're out of business until you develop a plan. So you're better off having a plan in advance then to have to make one after the fact," said Dave Radigan,... more

Owego Native D-I-Y Superstar VIEW VIDEO
February 17, 2013 - Meet Abbey Hendrickson, mother, author, and avid do it yourself-er.  "I think it started with my parents. My parents were always renovating houses or building houses so it started then," said... more

Choco-Mania on Valentine's Day VIEW VIDEO
February 14, 2013 - OWEGO -- Choco-mania was raging throughout candy stores today. Hundreds of hungry customers came out to Fuddy Duddy's fudge shop in Owego today, looking for last-minute Valentine's Day gifts. ... more

Antique Store Opening VIEW VIDEO
February 14, 2013 - You are probably buying something new for Valentines Day, but what about purchasing a piece of the past? Hundreds of shoppers came out to newly opened "Early Owego Antique Center" Thursday in... more

Attorney Announces Candidacy for Tioga County District Attorney VIEW VIDEO
February 13, 2013 - A local attorney hopes to be elected Tioga County's District Attorney in this fall's election. With the Tioga County Sheriff by his side, Kirk Martin announced his candidacy on Wednesday. The... more

Young boy's dream far from extinguished as fallen firefighter is remembered VIEW VIDEO
February 12, 2013 - OWEGO -- Last month Owego firefighter Matt Porcari tragically lost his life when he fell through the floor while trying to put out a fire in a Newark Valley home. The 34 year old's story touched the... more

Firefighters Compete In Annual Games, Remember Porcari VIEW VIDEO
February 10, 2013 - CORTLAND --  Firefighters are used to heading out in the cold weather, but usually, they don't have this much fun.  "There definitely is some rivalry, some competitiveness," said David Quinn,... more

Benefit Held for Porcari Family VIEW VIDEO
February 10, 2013 - Right after the Firefighter Winter Games, the Owego Fire Department headed home to join the community's efforts to help support the Porcari family.   A benefit was held for the family at Parkview... more

Dinner Benefit for Matthew Pocari VIEW VIDEO
February 7, 2013 - A benefit for the family of Owego Fire Captain Matthew Porcari, who died last month fighting a blaze in Newark Valley. This Sunday from one until four, at the Park View Restaurant in Owego, a... more

Lockheed Martin Milestone VIEW VIDEO
January 31, 2013 - Lockheed Martin announced it's delivering the 150th MH-60R SEAHAWK helicopter, which will make it's way to a naval squadron in San Diego. "It's very exciting, and humbling because it's the 150th.... more

Many Pay Respects to Fire Fighter Pocari VIEW VIDEO
January 28, 2013 - Firefighters from across the country and Canada were in Owego this weekend to pay respects to Owego Fire Captain Matthew Pocari. Pocari died last week while responding to a fire in Newark Valley.... more

Funeral Service Held For Owego Captain Matthew Porcari VIEW VIDEO
January 27, 2013 - OWEGO -- Hundreds attended the funeral service for fallen Owego Fire Captain Matthew Porcari on Sunday at Owego Middle School. Porcari died on Monday while fighting a blaze at a Newark Valley home... more

Funeral Draws Firefighters From Across the Nation VIEW VIDEO
January 27, 2013 - OWEGO -- Many firefighters at Captain Matthew Porcari's funeral service on Sunday did not know the fallen captain personally--but they described him as a brother. "We're one big family in the fire... more

Calling Hours Held for Owego Fire Captain VIEW VIDEO
January 26, 2013 - OWEGO -- Hundreds of people from all over the country came out to the calling hours for Owego Fire Captain  Matthew Porcari on Saturday. Porcari died on Monday while fighting a blaze at a Newark... more

Cause of Newark Fire Released VIEW VIDEO
January 24, 2013 - The cause of that Newark Valley fire that killed one firefighter and injured another late Monday night has been determined.   Investigators say it was caused by electrical wiring in a wooden... more

Arrangements Set to Honor Fallen Owego Firefighter VIEW VIDEO
January 23, 2013 - Details on arrangements to honor fallen Owego firefighter Matthew Porcari have now been made. Porcari died on Monday night battling a blaze in Newark Valley. Calling hours will be held... more

UPDATE: Candlelight Vigil for Fallen Firefighter VIEW VIDEO
January 22, 2013 - TIOGA COUNTY-- A fire claimed the life of 34-year old Matthew Porcari and injured Lieutenant Daniel Gavin from the Owego Fire Department Monday night while battling a fire. Around 10:45 Monday... more

Gillibrand, Hanna address gun control VIEW VIDEO
January 8, 2013 - OWEGO -- In the Southern Tier today, Congressman Richard Hanna and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand were asked for their take on renewed calls for gun control:     Hanna, considered a moderate... more

Gillibrand, Hanna call for weatherization funding VIEW VIDEO
January 8, 2013 - With winter weather upon us, it's that time of year that heating bills sky rocket. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Congressmen Richard Hanna were in Owego today, urging the president to increase... more

Owego residents urged to "Go Green" VIEW VIDEO
January 8, 2013 - OWEGO -- At the Tioga County Office Building on Tuesday, residents came to learn more about energy efficiency in their homes.   The "Green jobs, Green New York" program helps homes and... more

Former Bank Employees Admit to Embezzlement VIEW VIDEO
January 2, 2013 - Three women who've admitted embezzling hundreds of thousands of dollars from a bank in Owego, each face up to 30 years in prison and a million dollars in fines. 54 year old Megan Horton of Owego,... more

Community Christmas Dinner in Owego VIEW VIDEO
December 24, 2012 - Diners looking for a Christmas meal in Owego will also have a place to go  thanks to the United Methodist Church. However, for the second straight year the church's dinner will actually be served... more

16th Annual Blood Drive VIEW VIDEO
December 22, 2012 - OWEGO---The Town of Owego Supervisor is preparing to sponsor his 16th blood drive. Donald Castellucci Jr. started the blood drive in memory of his parents who died of cancer. During their... more

Owego Celebrates Christmas
December 14, 2012 - Owego residents got into the holiday spirit on Friday. Families gathered for the eight annual Tioga County Correction Officers holiday dinner.  Santa stopped by with a toy and a book for each... more

Eyes Forward Campaign Fights Against Distracted Driving VIEW VIDEO
December 13, 2012 - Local students are trying to influence their peers to make smart decisions on the road. Owego Free Academy's Students Against Drunk Driving Organization kicked off the district's "Eyes Forward"... more

Praise for O-A's Lunch Programs VIEW VIDEO
December 11, 2012 - APALACHIN -- The Owego and Apalachin Elementary Schools received a heaping of praise for their school lunch program. The schools won the healthier U.S School Challenge award for their commitment... more

Denmark Buys 9 Helicopters from Lockheed Martin VIEW VIDEO
December 10, 2012 - OWEGO -- One hundred forty-six MH-60R SEAHAWK helicopters are used by the U.S. Navy.  Components of the helicopters are made right here in Owego at Lockheed Martin. Soon, there will be dozens will... more

COAT DRIVE VIEW VIDEO
December 3, 2012 - A new clothing drive aims to serve thousands of children in the area. The "Coats and Clothes 4 Kids"  program is kicking off, with collections at seven area school districts, including Johnson... more

Owego Fire District Welcomes New Radio System VIEW VIDEO
November 14, 2012 - When you're responding to a fire emergency, communication is crucial--   and that's why Owego's two fire departments are welcoming a new two-way radio system. It will link the district's two... more

2nd Annual Bookfest In Owego VIEW VIDEO
November 10, 2012 - Keeping kids interested in reading is a challenge for many parents.  To help keep kids engaged in learning and get them to love reading the second annual book fest took place at Owego Free Academy. ... more

Election 2012: Towns and Villages Results
November 6, 2012 - 2012 Broome and Tioga County Election Results for Towns and Villages as of 11:30pm Tuesday: City of Binghamton Proposal One: YES -- 5,167 -- 58.13% NO -- 3,722 -- 41.87% Town of Binghamton... more

2 Men Arrested For Allegedly Stealing Catalytic Converters VIEW VIDEO
October 27, 2012 - 2 men are behind bars for alllegedly stealing several catalytic converters from pick up trucks parked at a business on Union Center-Maine Highway in the town of Union. Broome County Sheriff's... more

Cal Harris Granted Bail, Must Surrender Passport VIEW VIDEO
October 25, 2012 - In Tioga County Court Thursday, Judge James Hayden decided that Cal Harris should be released, on a half million dollars bail as early as this Friday. But,  first,  he  has to surrender his... more

Staying Connected Through Social Media During '11 Flood VIEW VIDEO
October 23, 2012 - Last year's flood left many people feeling not only in danger, but isolated.   Part of that feeling of being cut off from help and from friends and vital information was re-connected through... more

Owego Elementary Implements Peaceful Bus Program VIEW VIDEO
October 22, 2012 - Last September's floods damaged the Owego Elementary school forcing it to shut down. Since then, students have been going to school at Union-Endicott's Linnaeus West School 15 miles... more

Endicott Woman Killed While Riding Bike VIEW VIDEO
October 14, 2012 - An Endicott woman was killed Saturday afternoon while riding her bike in the town of Owego.     Authorities say 64 year old Dorothy Rice was riding her bike eastbound  on the shoulder of State... more

O-A Schools get a helping hand VIEW VIDEO
October 11, 2012 - OWEGO, NY -- Just weeks after FEMA finalized plans to replace four buildings the Owego-Apalachin School District lost in the flood, students from a college hours away are giving an additional hand to... more

Owego School Plans Not Favored by All VIEW VIDEO
October 1, 2012 - On Monday night, the Owego-Apalachin School District held its a meeting to tell the community about plans to replace the flood stricken district buildings. At the meeting, not all citizens were... more

A Meal in a Jail Cell: And you don't have to be Arrested VIEW VIDEO
September 26, 2012 - Ever have a meal in jail? If you've always wanted to, you can-- in Owego--without even being arrested:   Just go to the  Calaboose Grille--with or without a police escort. It had a grand... more

Civil War Re-Enacted on Rudin's Farm VIEW VIDEO
September 9, 2012 - OWEGO -- It's been almost 150 years since the civil war has  ended.  But today the event was reenacted at a farm in Owego and gave people an opportunity to learn more about our country's history. ... more

"Tioga Turns the Tide" Celebrates Survival and Recovery VIEW VIDEO
September 7, 2012 - Owego leaders decided to mark the anniversary of the flood with a celebration of survival. Tioga Turns the Tide began with a laying of a wreath on the river --- and then it was party... more

Strong Storms Damage Tioga County VIEW VIDEO
September 7, 2012 - It may not have been a tornado but one Owego woman says, it sure felt like one, and today she is cleaning up the mess   A microburst swept in just feet from Trista Broughton's home at the top of... more

Storm Rips Through Tier
September 6, 2012 - Storm damage and power outages being reported in several spots in the Greater Binghamton area Thursday night. Sherilyn DeHard, of Ross Hill Road in Vestal told Fox 40 that the storm came upon them... more

Severe Weather Hits Southern Tier
September 6, 2012 - Storm damage and power outages being reported in several spots in the Greater Binghamton area. "If it wasn't a tornado, had to be pretty close to it...." The woman you just heard was outside... more

Cannonfire Continues in Owego: Noise Ordinance Not Favored VIEW VIDEO
September 5, 2012 - A cannon too loud-- and a neighbor too close: That's the dilemma some residents say they are facing in Owego-- and they want officials to do something about it: Patty Barber and her family say... more

Fracking, Sound Cannon Issues Draw Overflow Crowd in Owego VIEW VIDEO
September 4, 2012 - A full house at Owego Town Hall Tuesday night.tonight-- Too full, actually. That's why two big issues that residents came to discuss had to be postponed. Because the crowd was flowing out the... more

Owego Schools Receive FEMA Funding VIEW VIDEO
September 4, 2012 - It's the news folks in Owego have been waiting for FEMA officials have agreed to fund the replacement of all four school buildings that were damaged in the September flood. Owego Elementary School... more

Rudin's Olde Tyme Farm Days Party Teaches about Farming VIEW VIDEO
September 2, 2012 - OWEGO -- Thousands of people flocked to Rudin's Olde Tyme Farm this weekend for some farming fun. "The old farm stuff is dwindling away," said Darwin Wood, of the festival staff.  "And we need to... more

Fourteen-Year-Old Girl Needs Help Finding Missing Horse VIEW VIDEO
August 28, 2012 - A fourteen-year-old horse lover is asking your help to find her pony! Ghostie has been missing since last Wednesday in the Owego-Apalachin area. Megan Klett, Ghostie's owner says the whole... more

New technology moves Lockheed toward the future VIEW VIDEO
August 23, 2012 - OWEGO -- Since 1996 the site along 17C in Owego has been developing technology for Lockheed Martin.  Some of the larger planes and helicopters are a big part of the company's history, but now in... more

Grand Larceny in Owego VIEW VIDEO
August 23, 2012 - Police say a former worker who stole more than 16 thousand dollars from an Owego business. Michael Johnson of Nichols is charged with Grand Larceny in the third degree. The 29 year old appeared... more

Fine Art Show In Downtown Owego VIEW VIDEO
August 18, 2012 - If you were looking for some original pieces of art to take home then the Owego Fine Art Show and Sale was the place to be.   The Tioga County Council on the Arts presented the "En Plein Air"... more

Owego Native Brings Comedy Show to Holiday Inn Arena VIEW VIDEO
August 16, 2012 - How would you like to make people laugh for a living?  Sounds like a great job right and a lot of fun!      Comedian Paul Morrissey who's also an Owego native says it is a fun job, a lot of work,... more

Police:Thieves Stole Steel From Vestal Highway Department VIEW VIDEO
August 15, 2012 - Investigators say a team of thieves spent a month stealing sewer parts from the Vestal Highway Department from their property at 1801 Glenwood Road after hours. The Vestal Police Department, with... more

Summer School Online in Owego VIEW VIDEO
August 13, 2012 - For rising high school senior Makayla, summer school is not the typical experience. Instead of a traditional classroom, she learns online. "You don't have to worry about a teacher saying this is... more

Anti-Frackers Bring PA Lessons to Owego VIEW VIDEO
August 8, 2012 - Scare tactics, or sound advice? -Two distinct interpretations of what anti-fracking forces were offering in Owego Wednesday night: Speaker Vera Scroggins: "And you'll see this fire in the sky... more

Owego Fracking Ban VIEW VIDEO
July 31, 2012 - The Village of Owego passed a one year moratorium on gas drilling Monday night. Between two to three dozen were at the meeting Tuesday night. Many appeared to be happy with the decision. The... more

Village of Owego Passes Gas Drilling Moratorium VIEW VIDEO
July 30, 2012 - The Village of Owego passed a one year moratorium on gas drilling at a meeting Monday night. The vote was 5 in favor, one against, and one abstaining. The moratorium covers natural gas and... more

Trees Block Roads And Crash On Houses In Owego VIEW VIDEO
July 26, 2012 - Thunderstorms hit the Southern Tier hard Thursday afternoon as roads flooded right down the street from our studio on the Vestal Parkway. It was a similar scene in Owego tonight as trees blocked... more

Fundraiser For Robert Leone's family VIEW VIDEO
July 21, 2012 - The family of Robert Leone held a fundraiser on Saturday to help offset the costs of protesting his case in the state capital.     A You Tube video shows Leone allegedly being beaten by police in... more

Vietnam Memorial Wall Comes to Owego VIEW VIDEO
July 19, 2012 - OWEGO -- It was a morning of remembrance in Owego as the traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial made a stop at Owego Free Academy.  The Memorial, known as "A Wall to Heal," gives people a... more

Vietnam Era Helicopter at Healing Wall Event
July 19, 2012 - Thursday at Owego Free Academy,  visitors to the Wall could see a  helicopter that was used in the Vietnam war.   These days the chopper, which is now owned by Lockheed Martin, is utilized to... more

Smaller and Scrappier, Tioga County Fair Fights Back from Flood VIEW VIDEO
July 12, 2012 - "That all this has come together in such a short time is a miracle." It's been a long four weeks for Andy Fagan, Executive Director of the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tioga and Chemung... more

Judge Won't Dismiss Police Brutality Suit. VIEW VIDEO
July 12, 2012 - A federal judge has denied a request to dismiss a civil suit  that accused Pennsylvania State Police of brutality. Robert Leone of Vestal filed the suit in March, claiming officers beat him, and... more

Trimmed-down Tioga County Fair Focuses on Animals VIEW VIDEO
July 11, 2012 - With a good portion of the fairgrounds still off limits due to flood damage, there is no midway or demolition derby at the Tioga County Fair, which is now underway. However local 4-H kids are... more

Owego Sports Expansion VIEW VIDEO
July 6, 2012 - A lot more merchandize will be offered to the public at a sporting goods store in Owego: The Tioga County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony at Lock-n-Load Sporting Goods today in... more

Progress on Rebuilding Elementary School in Owego VIEW VIDEO
June 25, 2012 - Plans are moving forward to replace the flood damaged elementary school in Owego   According to the school's superintendent, FEMA is moving forward with the paperwork to build a new... more

Thousands Flock to Owego For Strawberry Festival VIEW VIDEO
June 16, 2012 - OWEGO -- The Village of Owego once again hosted its annual Strawberry Festival for the 32nd straight year.  With all of downtown closed off to traffic, visitors from all across the Southern Tier... more

Owego Petition Seeks to Ban Fracking VIEW VIDEO
June 15, 2012 - Erlier this week, it was reported that Governor Cuomo might allow fracking specifically in the Southern Tier area. Now, a group of Owego residents is calling for the town board to declare a... more

Charges Dropped Against Man Who Plead Self Defense VIEW VIDEO
June 15, 2012 - An Apalachin man said it was self defense and the district attorney has agreed. Friday in Owego,  Derek Decker picked up personal belongings collected by police, including a number of... more

Owego-Apalachin Making Plans for New Elementary School VIEW VIDEO
June 7, 2012 - The Owego-Apalachin School District is moving ahead with plans for a new elementary school. FEMA told School Superintendent Bill Russell Wednesday it will replace the school which was destroyed by... more

FEMA to Help Owego-Apalachin School Buildings VIEW VIDEO
June 5, 2012 - FEMA is going to pick up the tab to replace flood-damaged Owego-Apalachin school buildings, including the elementary school. This is according to Senator Charles Schumer's office. September's... more

Grant Helps OFA's Recovery VIEW VIDEO
June 1, 2012 - Earlier this week we showed you Owego Free Academy's new power generator and today we have more news of it's recovery. The pictures on your screen are of the new fitness center. The equipment was... more

Schumer: FEMA Red Tape Slowing Tioga Recovery VIEW VIDEO
May 24, 2012 - Senator Charles Schumer says it is time for FEMA to cut the red tape when it comes to funding flood recovery in Tioga County.   Yesterday the Senator met with FEMA officials. He says that... more

Candor Man Faces Sex Crime Charges VIEW VIDEO
May 24, 2012 - A Candor man is under arrest accused of molesting a child for three years. Police say that Michael Ciappa had sexual contact with a child under the age of 11 from 2007 until June of 2010. He... more

Colorful History, Ghosts, and New Life for Owego Parkview VIEW VIDEO
May 22, 2012 - When Beth Johnson bought Owego's Parkview Hotel and restaurant she knew the 145-year-old building had a colorful history. "There was some kind of fun house with a bunch of ladies in it a couple of... more

Cleanup in Owego Helps Protect Against Mosquitoes VIEW VIDEO
May 18, 2012 - A cleanup in Owego Friday does more than just beautify the town.    In an effort to get rid of hot spots for mosquitoes to reproduce, residents could drop off tires and scrap metal at the Owego... more

Voters say "Yes" to Area School Budgets
May 15, 2012 - Tuesday night New Yorkers cast their vote whether to pass or fail their school district's 2012-2013 budget, and voters in the Southern Tier are supportive of their school's budget. Binghamton... more

CP Bike Contest VIEW VIDEO
May 15, 2012 - Rriding a bike is one of the simple pleasures of childhood. But it's a not-so-simple proposition  for one Owego boy battling cerebral palsy. Now, though, you have a chance to help. Andrea... more

O-A School District Officials Hope Voters Approve Budget, Busses VIEW VIDEO
May 14, 2012 - One school district that doesn't have a tax increase or cuts to jobs and programs is Owego-Apalachin. That was possible because of an additional $262,000 dollars in state funding and the decision... more

UHS Patient Lab Reopens in Owego VIEW VIDEO
May 7, 2012 - Monday was the grand opening of a new UHS Patient Lab in Owego.   After UHS lost its lab and primary care office during the floods, the goal was to reopen in Owego. Eight months later, the new... more

"Cash Mob" Boosts Owego Economy VIEW VIDEO
May 4, 2012 - The local economy got a boost Friday in Owego. Thanks to a creative idea by the Tioga County Chamber of Commerce. You may have heard of dancing flash mobs, but this was a shopping cash... more

O-A School Board Hopes Budget Passes VIEW VIDEO
April 30, 2012 - Residents of the Owego-Apalachin School District had an opportunity  Monday night to voice their concerns about next year's school budget. But, with a proposed 0% tax levy increase, there wasn't... more

Owego Students Have Fun Learning Life Lessons VIEW VIDEO
April 30, 2012 - "It's all about character," was the message to students at Linnaeus West Owego Elementary School on Monday. The "Pro Kids Show" used magic, songs, and a whole lot of humor to teach lessons of... more

CLeaning Up The Owego Riverwalk VIEW VIDEO
April 28, 2012 - The September Floods certainly took a toll on the Riverwalk in Owego.   So on Saturday many community members and different organizations came together to clean up  the area, which residents... more

FEMA Meeting with Tioga County and O-A School District VIEW VIDEO
April 26, 2012 - On Wednesday, we told you how Senator Chuck Schumer had harsh words for FEMA regarding red tape and the flood recovery in Tioga County.     Thursday, FEMA officials met with leaders from Tioga... more

Schumer Scolds FEMA
April 25, 2012 - Senator Chuck Schumer is hoping his words light a fire under FEMA. He believes the agency has been making it too difficult for Tioga County officials to rebuild after the flood. The senator... more

Esworthy To Challenge Libous VIEW VIDEO
April 24, 2012 - Democrats are gunning for entrenched Republican State Senator Tom Libous. Tuesday night, Barrett Esworthy of the Town of Owego, announced he's a candidate for the 52nd District state senate seat... more

Hickories Park Reopens VIEW VIDEO
April 23, 2012 - After being closed by flooding twice last year--Hickories Park in Owego reopened Monday.   It was quite a different scene at the entrance of the park during the flood of 2011. While repairs are... more

Residents Celebrate Earth Day VIEW VIDEO
April 22, 2012 - For over forty years people from around the world have been celebrating earth day.  Its an effort to increase awareness and appreciation of the earth's natural environment.     On Sunday Tioga... more

Owego Students Receive A Special Visit VIEW VIDEO
April 20, 2012 - When you're a little, it's a big deal when a high schooler wants you to teach them something. And an even bigger deal when that high schooler is coming from New York City. A group of Owego... more

Town of Owego Group Petitions for Gas Drilling Ban VIEW VIDEO
April 17, 2012 - A group of Owego residents wants the town to ban hydrofracking. The group R.A.F.T., which stands for Residents Against Fracking Tioga, collected one thousand signatures from residents who oppose... more

Owego Church Presents Lenten Drama VIEW VIDEO
April 5, 2012 - Today is Holy Thursday and the congregation at the Owego United Methodist Church marked the occasion with a religious drama. The presentation was one of the first events that the church has held... more

No Tax Increase in O-A School Budget VIEW VIDEO
April 5, 2012 - With so many school districts struggling to keep costs--and taxes down-- there's some good news concerning the new budget for Owego-Apalachin. There will be a zero increase in that district's... more

Albany Sends Money to the Southern Tier for Repairs VIEW VIDEO
April 4, 2012 - Albany is sending more than 107 million dollars to the Southern Tier to repair 155 miles of roads and 23 bridges. The money is part of the NY Works program which coordinates the 16 billion dollars... more

Organization Enlists Citizens to Monitor Streams VIEW VIDEO
April 2, 2012 - Are you concerned about how gas drilling could affect local streams? One group is encouraging volunteers to help monitor stream quality. The Community Science Institute is based in... more

Mayor-Elect of Owego Slapped with Noise Citation VIEW VIDEO
March 27, 2012 - There was a court appearance scheduled on Tuesday in Owego Village Court for the newly-elected Mayor of the village. Mayor-Elect Kevin Millar was cited for illegal campaign activities. Millar... more

University of Buffalo Students Help Rebuild Owego VIEW VIDEO
March 25, 2012 - Third times a charm.  Well at least thats how the students helping to rebuild homes in Owego feel.  This weekend marks their third visit to the area to assist in rebuilding the flood damaged homes. ... more

Owego's Mayor-Elect Wants Less Strife VIEW VIDEO
March 21, 2012 - It was a late night Tuesday for Owego candidates as they waited for the paper ballots to be counted, but by early Wednesday morning the next mayor had been elected. Kevin Millar used to cover... more

Owego Voters Head to the Polls VIEW VIDEO
March 20, 2012 - In Owego, voters were heading to the polls on Tuesday, choosing candidates for political office. The offices on the ballot are mayor, three trustee seats, and clerk/treasurer. We spoke with the... more

Serendipity Re-Opens in Owego's River Row
March 16, 2012 - The Tioga Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for Serendipity"on Friday in Owego. Serendipity, formerly known as Briar Patch, was flooded out from September's floods and was forced to be... more

Small Increase in Proposed O-A School Budget VIEW VIDEO
March 15, 2012 - The Owego-Apalachin School District delivered its budget address on Thursday. Despite the many challenges still facing the school district, the proposed budget only increases taxes by... more

Arizona Students Helping Rebuild Owego Home VIEW VIDEO
March 13, 2012 - Owego's flood recovery is a big job, but some students from clear across the country are helping out. Five Arizona students are spending their spring break in Owego this week, trading their flip... more

Riverview Manor Residents Returning VIEW VIDEO
March 7, 2012 - Another sign of flood recovery: the Riverview Manor nursing home in Owego is back open.     There was some controversy following the flood as to whether staff followed proper evacuation procedures... more

Father Whose Son Inspired "Timothy's Law" Speaks to Owego Students VIEW VIDEO
March 5, 2012 - Following two recent teen suicides, Owego Free Academy opened its doors tonight for an discussion of services available to those affected:   The program included a presentation by Tom O'Clair, ... more

Owego Residents Meet and Greet Candidates VIEW VIDEO
March 4, 2012 - Owego residents were given the chance to meet with local candidates running for Village Offices.   The Owego Citizens Party held a "meet and greet" at the Elks Lodge on Front Street on Sunday... more

Architectural Awareness Program VIEW VIDEO
February 28, 2012 - Owego students involved in the Architectural Awareness Program are gearing up for their big showcase next week. The students study a historic landmark in the Owego area, and then build a replica... more

Incest Arrest in Owego VIEW VIDEO
February 24, 2012 - In Owego, police have arrested a  62 year old man for incest:   full screen  Ralph Anderssen is charged with two counts  of Incest in the 3rd degree. That's a class e felony. After... more

Boys & Girls Club VIEW VIDEO
February 13, 2012 - The Boys and Girls Club of Tioga got a sweet early Valentine's Day gift-- 35-thousand dollars!   The donation comes from Upstate Shredding in Owego.  President of the company Adam Weitsman's... more

Former Owego Mayor Wants his Job Back VIEW VIDEO
February 10, 2012 - A former Village of Owego mayor, Bill Franz submitted paperwork to the village office Friday to get on the ballot as a Citizens Party candidate for the March 20th election. Franz served as mayor... more

Owego Man Found Dead on Porch VIEW VIDEO
February 9, 2012 - It was a rude awakening Tuesday morning when a resident on Fox Street in Owego walked out of his house to find a man dead on the porch.  According to the Tioga County Sheriff's Office the man was... more

Local Restaurants Receive Customer Satisfaction Awards
February 9, 2012 - From devastation to excellence, an Owego restaurant is celebrating it's award for customer service just five months after it was destroyed by the flood.   The Cellar in Owego has been honored... more

Lockheed Martin's K-Max Program Up and Running
February 3, 2012 - Lockheed Martin's K-Max Program is fully operational and already supplying troops across the sea in Afghanistan. The program is made up of a unmanned aerial vehicle that is used to deliver food,... more

Owego Elementary School Might be Rebuilt with FEMA Aid VIEW VIDEO
February 2, 2012 - Nearly five months have passed since the September flooding, but the Owego-Apalachin School District is still feeling the effects.  After a  drawn-out process and plenty of paperwork, the school... more

Ohio Valley Roadshow rolls into Owego VIEW VIDEO
February 1, 2012 - OWEGO -- The Ohio Valley Refinery and Roadshow is in Owego this week and they're looking for anything of value. The free event connects collectors with local residents who own something of... more

UPDATE: Possible Operator Error in Owego Gasoline Spill
January 30, 2012 - It's not clear yet if operator error caused that gasoline spill at an Easy Mart in Owego  at the corner of West Maine and Williams Streets over the weekend.   But the DEC confirms that a worker... more

Gasoline Spill in Owego VIEW VIDEO
January 29, 2012 - A broken gas pump causes ten homes to evacuate Saturday night in Owego. Owego First Assistant Fire Chief Scott gurney says a gas pump malfunctioned at the Citgo gas station on West Main Street... more

Owego woman racewalker breaks barriers VIEW VIDEO
January 25, 2012 - OWEGO -- Like many great things, it started with a first step for Owego racewalker Erin Taylor-Talcott. "I joined our local track club, and the coach had us try all the events and race walking was... more

Police Arrest Owego Robber VIEW VIDEO
January 25, 2012 - Police have arrested a suspect from the robbery that took place Friday night in Owego. 22 year old, Mark Yost of Owego was arrested Sunday for robbery along with violating probation. Police... more

Owego Police Search for Robbery Suspects
January 21, 2012 - Police are looking for suspects involved in a robbery that happened Friday night. Owego police say a 19-year-old owego man was reportedly confronted by two men. One struck the 19-year-old in... more

Sale of Owego Company Could Lead to New Jobs VIEW VIDEO
January 20, 2012 - New jobs could be on their way to the area after a company with a plant based in Owego is bought by a Paris-based company   Catalyst Manufacturing Services, located on State Route 38, has been... more

Owego-Appalachin District Struggles with Budget VIEW VIDEO
January 19, 2012 - Like many school districts, Owego-Appalachin administrators are trying to find a balance between budget cuts and raising taxes. Thursday night, emotions ran high at a meeting in Owego organized to... more

Owego Police Department Safe For Now VIEW VIDEO
January 19, 2012 - The village of Owego's police department is safe for now after talks were put on hold indefinitely. The idea may resurface after village board elections in March.   Members of the board could... more

Owego Elementary Students Could Spend an Extra Year at Linnaeus West VIEW VIDEO
January 16, 2012 - Owego Elementary School students may have to spend another year at temporary locations after being displaced by the September flood.   The district said children in Kindergarten through fourth... more

Owego Chasing Away the Blues VIEW VIDEO
January 15, 2012 - Most of the shops and small businesses in downtown Owego have reopened since the September flooding. But, now business owners are trying to make up for lost time and revenue with music, food and... more

Lourdes Owego Walk-in and Family Practice Open Again VIEW VIDEO
January 10, 2012 - After four months in a temporary location in Endicott, the Lourdes Owego Family Practice and Walk-In has re-opened on 5th Avenue in Owego.   The Walk-In Center and Family Practice sustained... more

Police Identify Former Inmate Found Dead VIEW VIDEO
January 5, 2012 - Autopsy results are not complete, but Owego state police tell us that there is no indication of foul play in the death of a former inmate whose body was found on an island in the Susquehanna River. ... more

Dissolving Owego Police Department Discussed at Village Board Meeting VIEW VIDEO
January 3, 2012 - The proposal to dump the entire Owego Village Police Department to save almost a million dollars was addressed at the village board meeting Tuesday night. At meeting, Trustee Thomas Clark, who is... more

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