Tioga Chamber of Commerce’s Spotlight onApalachin Business
The Tioga County Chamber is delighted to announce Chat-A-Wyle as the Tioga County Spotlight on Business recipient, Sponsored by Excellus. The event will take place at 2:00 pm on August 7th at Chat-AWyle.
They are a small family owned restaurant with family values. Chat-a -Wyle takes great pride in providing great food and being able to give
back to the community in many different ways. Their dedication extends beyond the dining table as they provide excellent service and contribute to their local Chamber.
Chat-A-Wyle is located at the Old Fox Farm at 8712 Route 434 in Apalachin. Their summer hours are Monday-Friday, 11am - 3pm.
For more information about Chat -a-Wyle go to www.chatawyle.com
Tioga County “Back to School” Party Free Backpack Giveaway Event
Catholic Charities of Tompkins/ Tioga (CCTT) is busy getting ready for another annual Back to School Party for Tioga County.
On Monday, August 12, the nonprofit will host its annual Back to School Party for everyone in the community to enjoy. The event will be held on the Tioga Central School campus at 27 Fifth Ave. in Tioga Center, from 10:00am to 12:00 Noon.
Last year, CCTT provided 300 backpacks and thousands of school supplies to local families at this event.
School-aged children from Pre-K to high school can pick out a free backpack and any needed school supplies. Andy & Sons Barbershop will be providing some free haircuts again this
year. There will be fun activities and games as well as information and resources from several local organizations that will be participating.
This year’s Back to School Party is once again sponsored by a generous grant from M&T Bank.
Students must be present to receive a backpack and supplies.
This event is organized and hosted by Catholic Charities. Any student and family from Tioga County are welcome to attend this completely free event.
If your organization or group would like to participate in this event, or if you’re interested in volunteering, please contact Michelle: 607-272-5062 ext. 311, michelle.mclaren@dor.org
The Tioga County Fair is back and better than ever.
The 165th Tioga County Fair in Owego will run from Tuesday, August 6, to Saturday August 10, at Marvin Park Fairgrounds, 50 W Main Street. Admission gates open at 11 am, $16 all inclusive admission
An official ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 12 Noon on Tuesday, August 6, celebrating the grand opening of this year’s festivities. The event will take place at the fairgrounds in Marvin Park where community members and visitors will experience a day filled with food, games, and entertainment.
The ribbon cutting will mark the be-
ginning of the week-long celebration featuring carnival rides, agricultural exhibits, local vendors, and live performances. This year’s fair promises to be the best yet, with something for everyone. For more information about the fair schedule and ticketing, visit www.tiogacofair.com
The Foodbank of the Southern Tier and the Apalachin Lions will hold a Walk-Up Mobile Food Pantry on Wednesday, August 28, from 10:00 to 11:00am at St. Margaret Mary’s Church, 1110 Pennsylvania Avenue in Apalachin. Pre-registration is required. Reg-
ister on Tuesday, August 27, 8:30am until full (current limit of 125 registrations). If you register, please attend.
Volunteers from M&T Bank hand out backpacks at last year’s Back to School Party
At the Apalachin Library
719 Main Street, Apalachin (607) 625-3333
Open: Mon, Tue, Thurs 10am-7pm, Fri & Sat 10am-2pm www.apalachinlibrary.org
Storytime
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30am
Join Miss Wendy for read alouds, singing, playing, dancing, and crafts. Tuesday and Thursday each week are the same theme. No registration required.
Note: there will be no Storytime from Aug. 27 – Sept. 5; Storytime will resume Tuesday, Sept. 10.
Mahjong
Mondays, 2-4pm
No experience or registration required.
Tech Tuesdays with Tina Tuesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm
Drop by for some one-on-one help on the computer and other devices.
Evening Book Club
Thursday, August 8, 6:30pm
The book is “The Bookshop of Yesterdays” by Amy Meyerson. The September book will be “James” by Percival Everett. No registration is required.
Leroy (the fish!) Q&A with Miss Vanessa Saturday, August 10, 11am
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about beta fish with snacks and a fun craft.
Afternoon Book Club Thursday, August 15, 1pm
The book is “One by One” by Ruth Ware. The September book will be “Blood Shot” by Sara Paretsky. No registration required.
LocalAuthor Wins NationalAward
In the Fall They Leave, a novel by local author Joanna Higgins, recently won a Bronze Award in Historical Fiction in the national Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Awards 2023.
Foreword Reviews, a book review journal focusing on independently published books, announced the winners this past June. Each year the Foreword INDIES awards recognize the best books from independent and university presses as well as from self-published authors.
For the 2023 awards, there were over 2,400 entries across 55 categories. Foreword’s editors selected 12 Finalists in
each genre, and from these, individual librarians and booksellers determined the winners in each category.
In the Fall They Leave, set in World War I Belgium, is a suspenseful story of moral courage in occupied Brussels, where to aid wounded or fleeing Allies was considered an act of treason punishable by execution
Copies of In the Fall They Leave are available at Binghamton’s Artisan Gallery, 223 State Street; at Barnes & Noble in Vestal; as well as online and through local libraries including the George F. Johnson Library in Endicott, NY.
Owego Hose
Team Wins CNYTitle
Morabito leads team in come-from-behind win
Owego Hose Teams, Inc. reclaimed the coveted Central New York firematic hose racing title at the 130th Annual Central New York Firefighter’s Association (CNYFA) convention held in Onondaga County, NY last month. The races are timed events where firefighters test their skills. Teams of five members must connect nozzles to hoses, hoses to hoses, and hoses to the fire hydrant, and knock down targets in the quickest time.
Owego placed first in both the Ladder and Wye Races and second in the Gear Dress and Water Ball competitions edging out Onondaga Hill Fire Department 18-16 in total points won.
Team members included Joe Morabito, Scott McGregor, Alvin Smith, Kaleb Ellis, Danny Gavin, Tim Gavin, and Pat Gavin. Race times for Owego were as follows:
First (1st) Place Ladder Race - Owego Hose Team - 13.38 seconds.
First (1st) Place Wye Race - Owego Hose Team - 27.05 seconds
Second (2nd) Place Gear Dress – T. Gavin - 44 seconds
Second (2nd) Place Water Ball –Owego Hose Team
Known for their hose racing prowess, it was no surprise Owego placed first in the Ladder and Wye races. Water Ball has always proved a challenge for Owego and no different in Onondaga County. The team lost in the first round to Elbridge Fire Department on Elbridge’s home court in the double elimination competition. However, led by Joe Morabito on the nozzle, Owego battled through the loser’s bracket only to face Elbridge again in the championship round. Owego won the first match but fell short in its third try coming in second for Water Ball. “Without a second place finish in Water Ball the big trophy would have went to Onondaga Hill this year,” said Owego Hose Team Member and Past Owego Fire Chief Danny Gavin. “Joe and our Water Ball competitors showed grit and determination to battle back from behind.”
Six teams competed in the competition. Hose races improve basic firefighting skills.
Apalachin Lions Club Awards Scholarship for 2024
Apalachin Lions Club awarded $3,000 in Scholarships for 2024.
Each winner received $1000 at their Awards Ceremonies. The scholarship is to promote and reward young people for service to their community and school.
This year’s 3 winners are Zoey Schneider from Owego Free Academy, Alystair Klein from Montrose Area High School, and Madelyn Robinson from Vestal Senior High.
OAFootball Club, Legion Post #401 and Owego Hose Team To Host Chicken BBQ Saturday, July 13
The Owego Apalachin (OA) Football Club, American Legion Post #401, and Owego Hose Teams, Inc., will host a chicken barbecue on Saturday, July 13, from 11:00 am till gone with pickup at American Legion Post #401, 263 Front Street, Owego. Proceeds benefit the OA Football Club’s upcoming season.
“Strong youth football programs translate into strong high school football programs,” said past Owego All Metro Linebacker and current Owego Hose Team Executive Board Member Eric Nichols. “The Hose Team is happy to do its part in helping the OA Football Club.”
The OA Football Club is a not-forprofit, parent-run football and cheerleading program for both girls and boys. It is a member of the Southern Tier Youth Football Conference which hosts teams from Tioga, Broome, Chenango and Susquehanna (PA) Counties.
The menu will include “Cornell Chicken” halves, the Duke’s baked beans, salt potatoes, and Roma roll for $14. Take-out, eat-in, drive-thru, or home delivery is available. The Hose Team chicken barbecues typically sell out in an hour or two so pre-order is strongly recommended.
Pre-orders can be made online at https://www.owegohoseteams.com/ chicken-bbq/ or by calling Pat Gavin at 202-494-9108.
Chicken barbecues hosted by the Hose Team are a family favorite in Owego. This Central New York specialty was invented by Dr. Robert Baker, a Professor Emeritus of the Department of Animal Sciences at the New York State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University. The Hose Team sticks to the exact sauce recipe developed by Dr. Baker that is apple cider vinegar based.
Ribbon Cutting Held for Kali’s Klub House inApalachin
A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held August 3 at Kali’s Klub House in Apalachin. Located at 4037 Pennsylvania Avenue in Apalachin, Kali’s Klub House is dedicated to partnering with rescued, rehabilitated, and repurposed horses to
offer a variety of programs aimed at supporting individuals facing health, social, and life challenges. Through innovative therapies and educational initiatives, Kali’s Klub House helps children and adults alike discover the transformative power of horses.
Grand Opening Celebrated for Tioga County Catholic
Charities
Celebrating with a large group of supporters, Catholic Charities of Tompkins/Tioga (CCTT) held the official ribbon cutting with the Tioga County Chamber of Commerce on Monday, July 8, at the Grand Opening of their new location: 932 W. River Rd, Nichols, NY.
Renee Spear, Executive Director for CCTT commented on the show of support: “This is so encouraging; to see other organizations and agencies that we partner with all here to celebrate this milestone with us.” Spear also noted that there were local officials and representatives present as well as many devoted volunteers.
In this new location, CCTT will continue to provide resources through the Tioga Outreach Center as well as office space for many of their additional services including SNAP enrollment, developmental and intellectual disability programs, employment assistance, and housing programs, to name a few.
Spear commented on how grateful she is for the new landlord and lease agreement as well as the availability and
location of the new space. “We were determined to stay in this part of the county to continue to provide the services to people in need,” Spear said. “We are looking forward to strengthening our presence here and we are committed to working alongside the other human services organizations here in Tioga County.” Spear also noted that this relocation all came together thanks to the support of the Diocese of Rochester, the new landlords, CCTT staff, and overall community support.
The CCTT Outreach Center is open Tuesday to Friday, 9:00 am to 12:15pm, and 1:00pm to 3:15pm.
Tioga County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting with Nelson Development Group
A ribbon cutting was held on July 16 to commemorate the expansion and progress of Nelson Development Group. Nelson Development Group has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to enhancing our community through thoughtful development, and this event which celebrated its continued success and contributions to our local economy. Welcome to the opening of the Temple Es-
tates- a boutique apartment community for those 55 and above. This is a completely new renovation of the original school annex, at 130 Temple St., which includes 6 apartments, a café for all tenants and new landscaping where you can relax outdoors. Members of the Tioga County Chamber, local officials, and community members joined in this momentous occasion.
Photo by Sebby Truesdail
Ribbon Cutting to Celebrate 10th Anniversary of Waverly Business - August 9
A special ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the 10th anniversary of My Girlfriend’s Jewelry Box will be held on August 9, 2024, at 5:00 pm.
The event will be held at 222 Broad Street in Waverly, NY.
In addition to a grand ribbon cutting,
the evening of celebration will feature a showcase of the latest jewelry collections. The ceremony will be attended by Diana Talcott, community members, and valued customers who have supported My Girlfriend’s Jewelry Box over the years.
Ribbon cutting in front of new building: CCTT director, Renee Spear, joined by Tioga County Chamber President & CEO, Sabrina Henriques; Owego Town Supervisor, Don Castellucci; Tioga County United Way Director, Meredith Sagor; and several other community leaders. Photo provided by Sebby S. Truesdail
50 YearsAgo - August 1974
It’s August 1974. More than 40,000 people attend the annual memorial service in Hiroshima’s Peace Park for the victims of the dropping of the atomic bomb.
We need rain. Many crops are lost in drought ridden Oklahoma, Nebraska, Iowa, and Texas.
Impeachment proceedings against President Nixon are scheduled to begin on August 19.
On August 8, Richard M. Nixon resigns as President of the United States.
Vice President Gerald Ford, 61, is sworn in as the 38th President.
Ford nominates Nelson Rockefeller, 66, to be his Vice President.
Liza Minnelli, 28, announces plans to wed Jack Haley, Jr., son of the actor who played the Tin Man in “The Wizard of Oz.”
Charles Lindbergh dies in Hawaii at the age of 72. Lindbergh gained fame in 1927 when he became the first person to fly solo across the Atlantic.
Ingersoll-Rand announces plans to begin construction of a high-speed casting plant in Waverly.
Thousands attend the third TriCities Airport Day in Endicott.
The abandoned Pumpelly mansion on Southside Drive in Owego is destroyed by fire.
The 115th Tioga County Fair is held
at Marvin Park in Owego.
The Miss New York State TeenAger Pageant is held in Norwich. Master of Ceremonies for the event is William Shatner, best known as Captain Kirk on “Star Trek.”
Franklin Resseguie pays off the mortgage on Hiawatha Island and plans to transfer ownership to a new corporation called Hiawatha Island Corp. He plans to develop the island into a major recreational area.
Top tunes include “Annie’s Song” by John Denver, “The Night Chicago Died” by Paper Lace, “Call On Me” by Chicago, “Waterloo” by Abba, and “You and Me Against the World” by Helen Reddy.
Sunday night TV shows include “Apple’s Way,” “The F.B.I.,” “The Wonderful World of Disney,” “Mannix,” “Masterpiece Theatre,” “60 Minutes,” “McCloud,” “Columbo,” and “Evening at Pops.”
Movies playing in local theaters include “Death Wish,” “Buster and Billie,” “That’s Entertainment,” “Mame” starring Lucille Ball, and “Uptown Saturday Night.”
And the 1974 Spring/Summer Sears Catalog has Kenmore dual power (“Low” and “High”) microwave ovens for $439.95, and a 25-inch color TV for $729.95.
Owego Fire Department Captain Dinosaur Report
Structure Fire on William Street
On Thursday night, July 18th at 6:45 pm, the Owego Fire Department (OFD) was notified of a structure fire on William Street in the village. It was reported a fire detector was alerting occupants in the building and light smoke was observed coming from the second story. The weather was warm but not oppressive with a light breeze and clear skies.
OFD responded within minutes utilizing the Tower Ladder 841, Engine 804, Heavy Rescue 851, Emergency Support Services and the Fire Police. In addition, Campville and Apalachin Fire Departments were called via mutual aid to provide manpower. Tioga Center was placed on stand-by. The structure is an older, wooden construction and 2 1/2 stories in height.
Hose lines were stretched to the seat of the flames and quickly limited further spread. The aerial was elevated to provide a working platform for ventilating from the roof into the attic spaces. Water
supply was assured with the use of hydrants.
Overhaul to check for and control fire extension into walls and blind spaces was challenging and time consuming but necessary. Several hot spots were detected, confirmed using thermal imaging cameras and extinguished with hands-on methods. About 3,000 gallons of water was applied in the operation during the evening.
There were approximately 35 firefighters on the scene with no serious injuries. Co-operation between departments and agencies was seamless and reflects ongoing training.
The apparatus were re-equipped, cleaned and back in service by 10:30pm.
Supporting Owego Fire and the mutual aid departments were the Tioga County Fire Investigation Team and the Owego Police Department.
Thomas the Tank Engine made a stop in Owego 25 years ago on August 22, 1999.
Construction of Dunkin Donuts 25 years ago in August 1999.
Tioga County Legislature Hires
Jackson D. Bailey II as CountyAdministrator
Owego, NY – The Tioga County Legislature is pleased to announce the hiring of Jackson D. Bailey II as the newly appointed County Administrator, following an extensive and exhaustive search process completed by the County Legislature, along with Pracademic Partners, an Executive Search and Management Consulting firm.
The County Administrator oversees the day-to-day administration of county government under the direction of the Tioga County Legislature. This includes budget and finance, general operations, as well as public information responsibilities. Alongside the more than 400 full- and parttime employees, the County Administrator carries out the directives of the County Legislators, overseeing the departmental operations not conveyed to an elected official.
Jackson brings a strong background of financial and governmental operations expertise to Tioga County. He most recently served as the appointed Clerk/Treasurer for the Village of Johnson City in Broome
County for two years. He has worked for Tioga County for over six years, starting as an Accountant in the Treasurer’s office for two years, and serving as the Budget Officer in the Legislative office for the last four years.
He is a Broome County native, and a graduate of Vestal Senior High School, Broome Community College (AA, Accounting), and Excelsior University in Albany, NY (BA, Accounting).
Martha Sauerbrey, Legislative Chair stated, “We are extremely happy that Jackson has joined our team! Finding the right person to be County Administrator was critically important and was several years in the making. We worked with Ian Coyle, from Pracademic Partners who guided us through the process and helped us in the selection process, with the final interview committee consisting of Legislators and Department Heads.
“We interviewed some outstanding individuals, but one person stood out above them all. Jackson D. Bailey II has a strong financial background and years of experience working in government. He is the ultimate professional who understands government and knows that serving the public is most important. We are extremely pleased to have Jackson on board and working in Tioga County Government.”
Tioga County consists of nine towns and six villages and is governed by nine elected legislators who are responsible for delivering federal and state mandated services along with local priorities and projects. The mission of Tioga County is to serve the public with transparent and reliable services that uphold rights and promote safety and health, for a high quality of life.
SeekingApplications for Floyd Hooker Youth Fund
PA-The Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers (CFTT) is seeking applications for grants that will benefit the youth of Tioga County, New York. These grants will be awarded from the Floyd Hooker Youth Fund at the Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers. The 2024 amount available to grant is $20,500. This is open to governmental or non-profit organizations that benefit the youth of Tioga County, NY.
Floyd Hooker was a resident of Owego who dedicated a portion of his estate to benefit the children and youth of Tioga County.
This fund is an endowment fund held at CFTT and should not be confused with the Floyd “Vic” Hooker Foundation.
An application may be obtained from CFTT’s website www.twintierscf.org, by contacting CFTT at cfield@twintierscf.org or by calling CFTT at (570) 888-4759. You may also write to CFTT, 104 W. Lockhart St., Sayre, PA 18840.
The deadline for filing an application is Thursday, October 10th by 5:00 pm. The 2023 grant recipients must have completed their grant report before a new application.
The Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers serves Bradford, Potter, Sullivan, and Tioga Counties in Pennsylvania and Tioga County, NY. It is a purely public charity, incorporated as a non-profit, that has
been granted 501(c)(3) status by the IRS.
The Community Foundation establishes permanent endowment funds from contributions of many individual citizens, corporations, other foundations, other charitable organizations, and government agencies for philanthropic purposes. As the endowment funds grow, the earnings from these funds are used to make grants to meet identified community needs or fulfill the desire of the donor. Donors can even make recommendations to the Community Foundation of the charitable organizations to receive grants.
Founded in 2003, the Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers serves 5 counties, Bradford, Potter, Sullivan and Tioga County, PA and Tioga County, New York. The Foundation is committed to building philanthropic resources that will sustain healthy and vital communities now and into the future. The Foundation currently manages over 160 funds valued at $14.5 million dollars and has awarded over $2.3 million in grants and scholarships since inception, positively impacting hundreds of lives in the region.
For more information on its work in the community contact Charity Field at 570.888.4759, by email at cfield@twintierscf.org and www.twintierscf.org.
Tioga County Legislature News
The Eighth Regular Meeting of 2024 of the Tioga County Legislature will be held at 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, August 13, in the Edward D. Hubbard Auditorium of the Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building, 56 Main Street in Owego.
All Committee Meetings and Legislative Worksessions will be held in the Legislative Conference
Room of the Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building at 56 Main Street, Owego
Individuals who require accommodation or auxiliary aid may contact the Legislative Office at (607) 687-8240. With advance notice, necessary auxiliary aids will be provided at no cost to the person requesting assistance.
HELP WANTED: Wanted experienced mechanic. Must have New York State Inspection License Apply in person only. Nicks Garage, Main St Apalachin. 12/24
TOP DOLLAR PAID: Wanted! Old fishing tackle, lures, reels, etc. (PRE 1960) Old coins and currency. Call me first, collector not a dealer so I pay more. John 607-321-4085 08/24
BEE SWARMS WANTED: Bee swarms wanted on trees and in buildings. Call 607-625-3318 or 607-201-4357 08/24
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Jackson D. Baily II, newly appointed County Administrator
