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December 10, 2025
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I-86 Upgrade Finished in Owego Following $47 Million Project: A $47 million rehabilitation project on a six-mile segment of Interstate 86 in the Town of Owego has been completed, according to state officials. The two-year effort involved resurfacing the road along with additional infrastructure improvements aimed at enhancing safety and traffic flow. The project marks a significant investment in transportation within the Southern Tier region. The upgraded stretch of highway is now open to drivers in the area. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Dec 10)
December 9, 2025
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Interstate 86 in Tioga County Upgraded Following $47 Million Project: The state of New York has completed a $47 million reconstruction of a six-mile section of Interstate 86 in Tioga County. The project focused on resurfacing the Southern Tier Expressway and refurbishing two bridges over Apalachin Creek in the Town of Owego. These improvements are expected to enhance both safety and connectivity for drivers and businesses in the Southern Tier. The upgraded highway now meets full interstate standards and supports regional accessibility. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 9)
November 8, 2025
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Rusty Virkler Appointed Inaugural Head Coach for William Smith Flag Football: Rusty Virkler has been named the first head coach of the William Smith College flag football program, according to an announcement from the college's athletic administration. Virkler previously coached at Owego Free Academy for four seasons, leading their flag football team. His experience in developing youth teams will now contribute to the new program at William Smith. The college aims to build a strong foundation for its emerging flag football team under his leadership. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Nov 8)
October 31, 2025
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Electrical Fire at Owego Industrial Plant Claims Worker’s Life, Injures Firefighters: An electrical fire broke out Thursday evening in the motor room of Upstate Shredding in Owego, resulting in the death of one worker and hospitalization of two firefighters. Fire crews from several area departments responded around 6 p.m. and were able to control the fire within approximately 40 minutes. Both injured firefighters were transported to a hospital for assessment. Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the incident. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 31)