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Memorial Day - May 30
The Village of Owego’s Memorial Day Parade will be held on Monday, May 30. The parade will form on Temple Street, and will start at 10:00 am. The parade route will include North Avenue, Main Street, and Front Street, and will end at Courthouse Square where the tradi-
tional Service of Remembrance will take place at the Veterans Memorial. The Memorial Day Parade was not held in 2021 or 2020 due to the COVID pandemic. This year’s parade chairman is John Loftus.
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Tioga Downs Begins 17th Racing Season
Tioga Downs in Nichols will celebrate its 16th Anniversary with the opening of its 17th racing season at 5:00 pm on Saturday, May 7, 2022. There will be 59 days of racing this season which ends on September 24. Post time is 6:15 pm on Fridays and Saturdays (except opening day post time of 5:00 pm), and 1:00 pm on Sundays. For a complete list of race dates and times go to: www.TiogaDowns.com
CAPTAIN DINOSAUR REPORT 4-26-2022
Campville Fire Dept. Structure Fire
Early on Tuesday morning, April 26, at about 3:40 am, the Campville Fire Department was alerted by Tioga County Dispatch of a structure fire on East Beecher Hill Road. The weather was clear and warm. Campville responded with Engines 302, 303, and 304, Aerial Ladder 301,
Tanker 321, EMS, Fire Police and Emergency Support Services. It was rapidly transmitted the blaze was the sawmill near the McClean Valley intersection. Command immediately called for Mutual Aid from Southside Fire, Owego Fire, and Newark Valley Fire. As the enormity of the scene became apparent additional
help was requested from Apalachin, Berkshire, and Richford Fire Departments. It was quickly determined a large tanker shuttle supply system would be necessary to combat the inferno and additional support was dispatched from Broome County including East Maine, Vestal, and 4 other departments, all supplying large tankers. At the height of the blaze about 12 water supply vehicles were driving approximately a 10-mile circular route and supplying in excess of one quarter million gallons of water. Because of a long uphill driveway, only one engine and the aerial ladder approached the immediate site, with the balance of the 16 apparatus supporting the attack. Large diameter
hose lines were laid up the driveway with pumpers operating to feed them from the bottom of the hill. Approximately 60 fire fighters were on the scene along with the Tioga County Fire Coordinators Office and NYS Police. The entire operation encompassed 12 hours with the last units being placed in service at about 4:00 pm. Importantly all firefighters returned home safely and the fire was limited to the buildings initially involved. It is an honor to work with all of you, Captain Dinosaur
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Now through October 16, Town of Owego residents are able to drop off yard waste at the town’s property on Kuenzli Road off Main Street in Apalachin. If traveling eastbound, Kuenzli Road is the first right turn after Billings Road. If traveling westbound, Kuenzli Road is the first left turn after crossing the Apalachin Creek. Hours are Wednesdays from 6:00
to 8:00 pm, and Saturdays from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. There will be predetermined areas for different materials. Items that can be dropped off include tree limbs, brush, and branches. Grass clippings and leaves can be brought in bags; bags must be emptied and taken away. No garbage of any kind may be left.
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Tioga State Bank News
President & CEO Finishes Term as Chairman of the Independent Community Bankers of America As another Community Banking Month (April) comes to an end, Bob Fisher, president and CEO of Tioga State Bank, has completed his term as Chairman of the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA). In this role, Mr. Fisher has crisscrossed the nation, educating and advocating for the important role and unique value that community banks provide for
Americans and their communities. Topics the ICBA promotes include banking access, financial literacy, cybersecurity, banking careers, and more. April is Community Banking Month. As a local small business, Tioga State Bank continues to invest in building a legacy of prosperity for its customers, while enhancing the community we all call home.
Soap for Hope Collection to Benefit TCRM Tioga County Rural Ministry (TCRM) will be conducting an areawide collection of personal care products throughout the month of May. The collection focuses on all items that are not covered by food stamps, like soap, dish and laundry detergent, shampoo, toilet tissue, and facial tissue. TCRM’s aim is to involve the wider community in the efforts to meet those needs. If you can help by donating an
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Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers Announces New Program Staff
Charity Field has been named Program Officer of the Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers. She joined the Foundation on April 12, 2022, and will oversee the Foundation’s grants programs. Charity comes to the Foundation with over 20 years expertise in the non-profit sector. Most recently, as the District Executive Director for the Bradford and Tioga County YMCAs, Charity’s focus was to strengthen communities. She was instrumental in growing the programs and services for all ages. With the help of staff and volunteers, she implemented creative ideas such as 24/7 access that adapted to the needs of those served, specifically those with nontraditional employment. Beyond fitness, she also helped bring several chronic disease programs, increased aquatics programming, childcare and more. “Charity is passionate about helping families and individuals and she is joining the Foundation at the perfect time to advance our philanthropic work. She has led programs that function alongside staff and volunteers, which shows the creativity and collaboration we are looking for at
the Foundation” said Suzanne Lee, President of the Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers. She added, “Charity has the experience with leading a non-profit, but it was her experience with the community that meant a lot as well.” “After working in Bradford County for the YMCA, one of the larger nonprofits, Charity brings an existing connection to many of our local and regional partners. The Foundation has recently experienced the largest growth in its history. We are looking ahead building a strong capacity for the generous donors in our communities committed to finding solutions to our most pressing needs,” said Tom Shoemaker, Chair of the Board of Directors at the Foundation. Charity is currently a member of The Rotary Club of Towanda PA, and the Bradford County Children & Youth Services Board. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Relations and Elementary Education at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford. Charity lives in Sayre, PA with her husband and two children. Founded in 2003, the Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers serves 5 counties, Bradford, Potter, Sullivan, and Tioga Counties, 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 150 funds valued at $12 million dollars and has awarded over $1.5 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 Suzanne Lee at (570) 888-4759 or slee@twintierscf.org and www.twintierscf.org.
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Southern Tier author C.W. Briar will be back at Riverow Bookshop on Thursday, May 5, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm for the signing of his latest book, “Sticks and Stones: Tales of Childhood Horror.” A collection of dark, fantastical stories of youth, “Sticks” is said to be “poignant and chill-inducing.” Growing up in the Owego area has inspired several of Briar’s previous books, including “Devil’s Elbow” which was included in multiple “Best of 2020” lists for horror stories. Riverow Bookshop is at 187 Front Street in Owego. For more information call 687-4094 or visit Facebook.
County Legislature Meeting - May 10 The fifth regular meeting of the Tioga County Legislature will be held at 12:00 pm on Tuesday, May 10, in the auditorium of the county office building, 56 Main Street in Owego. All committee meetings and legislative work sessions will be held in the
legislative conference room. Individuals requiring any accommodation or auxiliary aid may call the Legislative Office at 687-8240. With advance notice, necessary auxiliary aids will be provided at no cost to the person requesting assistance.
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In April, Stephen and Kimberly Cruty, owners of Fuddy Duddy’s Confectionery at 27 Lake St. in Owego, conducted a local fundraiser to raise money and awareness of the Russian war and aggression toward Ukraine and its people. Kimberly Cruty designed and created a milk chocolate sunflower that was available for sale in store and on their website. The sunflower is the national flower of Ukraine. At the end of the month, Fuddy Duddy’s generated $1,225 in chocolate sunflower sales. In this effort, Fuddy Duddy’s Confectionery partnered with Father Teodor Czabala and Sacred Heart Ukrainian Church in Johnson City. Throughout the war, Sacred Heart has worked to organize, deliver and dissemi-
Milk Chocolate Sunflower one who supported our fundraiser this month, said Stephen Cruty. “Every local action adds up and helps the Ukrainians in need, even in a little way. We try to make their lives a bit sweeter.” Mr. Cruty’s family originated in Eastern Slovakia not far from the Ukrainian border. “We have family and friends in those villages. They see the ravages of this war and tell us their stories. Anything we can do to help is needed and appreciated.”
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Sixty-one anglers enjoyed a mostly sunny day at the Owego Hose Team’s 3rd Annual Trout Derby on Saturday, April 2, 2022. The Hose Team in partnership with Tioga County Anglers hosted the derby for anglers of all ages at Croton Hose Co. #3 Fire Station on Talcott Street. “We saw many out-of-town participants,” said Hose Team Trout Derby Co-Chair Mike Glasgow. “Part of the reason we hold this event is to showcase the trout fishing we are lucky to have right here in our backyard on the Owego Creek.” Congratulations go to 2022 Owego Hose Team Trout Derby winner Randy Outman, Jr. with a monster 24-1/2-inch brown trout. Second Place goes to last year’s winner David Givens with a 22-1/2inch brown trout.
Third place goes to Emma Howe with a 20-inch brown trout. Glasgow presented Tioga County Anglers a $500 check from the day’s proceeds aiding the organization’s push to better Tioga County cold water fisheries. Fishing for the tournament was limited to both the east and west branches of the Owego Creek and all registrants were required to have a valid New York State fishing license and abide by all New York State Department of Conservation (DEC) rules and regulations. Fly, spin, and bait fishing were permitted. A chicken BBQ was held in conjunction with the Trout Derby and eager patrons lined Talcott Street waiting for the Cornell sauce-based chicken. The Hose Team appreciated everyone’s patience.
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New Hope Center Celebrates Partners & Volunteers with Dinner, Ceremony, Concert - May 20
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A New Hope Center will celebrate its community partners and volunteers with food, music, and fun with a dinner, recognition ceremony, and a benefit concert with the Woodshed Prophets on Friday, May 20, at the Moose Lodge, 3 Goodrich Road in Owego. Doors open at 5:30 pm with a cash bar serving beer ($3), wine ($3.75) and mixed drinks ($4). A dinner buffet will be served at 6:00 pm (prime rib and vegetarian options). Music will start at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $30 for the Prime Rib Dinner Buffet, $20 for the Vegetarian Buffet, $15 for the Woodshed Prophets Concert ($5 with student ID, in-person only), $10 for the livestreamed concert option (including automatic captioning).
Meal tickets must be reserved by May 13. Concert tickets are available online and at the door. Purchase tickets online at www.anewhopecenter.org or call A New Hope Center at 687-6866. The concert will be held outside, weather permitting. Bring your own chair or blanket. There will be limited outdoor seating under the bandshell. In the event of inclement weather, concert held inside. Entire event subject to change or cancellation due to Covid-19. All event proceeds will benefit A New Hope Center, Tioga County, NY’s nonprofit organization that provides services to individuals affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and crime. A New Hope Center: Making hope real since 1986
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50 Years Ago - May 1972 It’s May 1972. The Tonight Show moves from New York City to Burbank, CA. J. Edgar Hoover, the only director of the FBI for 48 years, dies at age 77. Former President Harry S. Truman celebrates his 88th birthday. The LA Lakers defeat the New York Knicks for the NBA title. President Nixon orders mining of North Vietnam’s ports to cut off supplies. Actor Dan Blocker, Hoss on “Bonanza,” dies at the age of 43 from a blood clot in his lung after gall bladder surgery. Johnny Carson hosts the 24th Annual Emmy Awards. “All in the Family” wins as best comedy series. Its stars, Carroll O’Connor and Jean Stapleton, win as best actors in a comedy series. Governor George Wallace is shot while campaigning for the presidency. The US returns Okinawa to Japan after 27 years of occupation. Anti-war protests are held in cities and college towns across the country. An explosion occurs at the Pentagon six hours before stringent security measures were to begin due to anti-war demonstrations. Tanya Wilson of Honolulu, Hawaii, is crowned Miss USA. The Duke of Windsor, 77, dies at his home in France. In the 1930s he reigned as King Edward VIII before giving up the throne to marry Wallis Simpson. The Owego-Apalachin School District’s 1972-73 budget of $6,122,394 is passed. Hickories Park in the Town of Owego
opens for the season. Fire destroys a 90-year-old unoccupied house on Hiawatha Island. Firefighters use canoes and motorboats to reach the blaze. The Ti-Ahwaga Players perform “Royal Gambit” at the OFA auditorium. The lead role of Henry VIII is played by Dr. Philip Nichols. Residents of Circle Drive in Apalachin complain about odors coming from the new sewage treatment plant. In Owego, about 1,000 people watch the Memorial Day parade and about 150 attend the service at the Civil War Monument. Many wear black arm bands to protest the war in Southeast Asia. The Vestal Town Board wants to buy the former Loblaw grocery store on the Vestal Parkway and convert it into a library. Movies at local theaters include “Silent Running,” “The Last Picture Show,” “Skyjacked,” “Shaft,” “Cabaret,” “The Possession of Joel Delaney,” and “Play It Again, Sam.” Top Tunes include “Morning Has Broken” by Cat Stevens, “The Candy Man” by Sammy Davis, Jr., “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” by Roberta Flack, “Day Dreaming” by Aretha Franklin, and “A Horse With No Name” by America. Tuesday night TV shows include “Hawaii Five-O,” “Nichols,” “Cannon,” and “Marcus Welby, M.D.” And entry fees at Owego’s Hickories Park are 50 cents per motor vehicle, $1.00 per vehicle with a boat, $4.00 per bus, and $2.50 per day for a campsite.
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Book Barn Bargains in May In May, all paperback books are “buy one and get one free” or “2 for 50 cents.” Friends of the Library Meeting Monday, May 16, 6:30 pm Everyone is welcome to attend. Board Meeting Tuesday, May 17, 6:15 pm Everyone is welcome to attend. Book Discussion Group Tuesday, May 17, 6:30 pm Readers will discuss “Apples Never Fall” by Liana Moriarty. Nola the Therapy Dog May 21, Saturday, 10am - Noon Nola loves kids and being read to. If you have a child who’d like to read with Nola, call to reserve a time. Maker Space Saturday, May 21, 11 am - 1 pm Crafts will be available for adults and children. Memorial Day Monday, May 30 The library is closed Memorial Day. Launch Party Saturday, June 25, 11am - 1pm Sign up for programs. Enjoy games and refreshments. Get info about the library. Book Barn - Donating Books The library accepts fiction & nonfictions books in good condition, (cookbooks, gardening, etc.), and jigsaw puzzles. The library does not accept encyclopedias or text books. Sync-Free Audio Books AudioFile is offering a program called Sync—Free Audio books for teens. Use this link to check it out. https://audiofilemagazine.com/sync/ The Art of Costume Creation and Choreography The librarians are pleased to host the program called The Art of Costume Creation and Choreography. The librar-
ians are grateful to Colleen Murphy, costume designer, and Danielle Fountain Meissner, choreographer, for holding their classes in the library. Local students are given the chance to work with these theater professionals. Empire Passes Empire passes are available again. Passes are loaned for 7 days. Passes give you free parking at NY State parks and admission to some state museums. Passes are not able to be put on hold. Libby and Hoopla If you prefer to read online, don’t forget that the library offers Libby and Hoopla. Download the apps and sign in with your Apalachin Library card. Libby offers e-books and audiobooks. Hoopla has e-books, audiobooks, graphic novels, movies and TV shows, music, and magazines. Southern Tier Independence Center The Southern Tier Independence Center is a community service program that educates and assists aged, blind or disabled New Yorkers with enrolling in and using public health insurance programs. If you or someone you know would like to talk to someone who can help you navigate the assistance programs in NY, let a librarian know. They can connect you to a representative who would be happy to work with you on a one-onone basis. Adult Fiction Books The collection has been expanded to include new authors and titles. There are also new additions to the junior nonfiction collection. Summer Reading Summer Reading is coming soon! Reading nourishes and stimulates your mind, teaches you about different cultures and traditions, changes your perspective, arouses your curiosity, and takes your imagination to a whole new level. The library’s programs will be about water, oceans, sea creatures, possibilities for you to think about, and more.
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Adam Schumacher Last month, Adam Schumacher, Reters. During this time, he has handled publican and Conservative candidate for cases in every court within Tioga CounTioga County Judge, filed his petitions ty, plus courts in many neighboring areto officially secure his place on the balas. lot in this year’s election. SchumachBeyond his private practice experier, a lifelong Republican, filed nearly ence, Schumacher worked for many 2,000 signatures, which is believed to be years to deliver justice for crime victims more signatures than any Tioga County as a prosecutor in the Tioga County Discandidate in recent history. trict Attorney’s Office. During his time “I am humbled to have earned the there, he worked on some of the toughsupport of so many individuals who est cases that Tioga County has seen, signed my petitions over the past month. including violent assault, rape, drug I enjoyed listening and learning from dealing and more. He also has served as voters at every one of the hundreds of a Municipal Attorney for the Town of houses that I visited while collecting Tioga. signatures,” said Schumacher. “I’m also Schumacher announced his candidatruly grateful to the dozens of voluncy in January. He is running to succeed teers, friends, family and Republican current Judge Gerald Keene, who will be Committee Members who dedicated retiring later this year. their time braving the sometimes harsh Schumacher was born and raised in weather while out collecting signatures Tioga County and has lived there his for my campaign.” entire life. He and his wife, Lee Ann, Schumacher manages his own law raised their four grown children (all firm in Owego and has spent over 30 graduates of Tioga Central School Disyears representing thousands of local trict) locally. The couple lives in Tioga families on a wide variety of legal matCenter.
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TIOGA COUNTY COMMUNITY PRESS
Food Bank of the Southern Tier Appoints New Board Members ELMIRA, NY – The Food Bank of the Southern Tier is excited to announce the appointment of five new members to the Board of Directors. Board leadership is comprised of a diverse group of individuals from throughout the Food Bank’s six-county service area and provides strategic guidance and sound fiscal management of the Food Bank’s resources. Food Bank Board members are eligible to serve (3) three-year terms. Andrew G. Fagan Andrew (Andy) G. Fagan, a graduate of Cornell University with both undergraduate and graduate degrees, is an experienced community educator and leader with 30+ years of work experience in the Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) System. His roles have included curriculum specialist, Coordinator of the NYS Ag in the Classroom Program and Executive Director of two CCE associations. Notably, Andy has led efforts to build community networks and engagement, including the creation of nonprofit networks in Tioga and Chemung Counties, facilitation of the on -going Chemung County Poverty Reduction Coalition, and implementation of the Natural Leaders Initiative and the internationally recognized Poverty Stoplight (now called Move Forward in NYS) program, both of which focus on working with and supporting low income and minority populations. James A. Kaffenbarger, Jr. Born and raised in Springfield, Ohio, Jamie Kaffenbarger received a B.A. in Economics from Miami University and a Juris Doctor degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Law. Jamie began his law career in Ohio then moved to Baltimore, Maryland, while his wife, Kimberly, completed her medical school internship and residency, as well as a year of chief residency and a geriatric fellowship, Jamie and his wife later moved to Elmira, Kimberly’s hometown. That transition led to Jamie’s shift into investment management and financial services, which remain his areas of expertise with BCK Partners, Inc., a personal financial firm he co-owns with two partners. With their children now grown and out of the house, Jamie and his wife enjoy spending more time traveling, pursuing outdoor hobbies, and enjoying good food and wine with family and friends. Tricia S. Khan Tricia S. Khan has enjoyed a robust career in accounting, finance, and taxation. Tricia started her career in commercial banking before moving to Ernst & Young, where she held the position of Tax Manager, providing tax advisory and compliance services to companies within the financial services industry. After several years of providing advisory services, Tricia undertook the role of managing the finance function with NUCOR Corporation at one of its raw materials' divisions, after which, she moved
to the Twin Tiers region as Controller of one of its finished goods' divisions, managing the Finance, Procurement, Human Resources, and Information Technology departments. In 2017, Tricia's career path took her to Market Street Trust Company, where she currently serves as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, responsible for planning, budgeting, forecasting, and maintaining the integrity of the financial data, records, and reporting for the Company. Tricia is a Certified Accountant (CA) and a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA) in the UK. She earned her Certified Internal Auditor® (CIA®) global certification from The Institute of Internal Auditors and holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB Hons) degree from the University of London (UK). Tricia also serves on the board and finance committee of two non-profit organizations within her community. Connie Park Since December 2017, Connie Park has served as the Executive Director of Human Resources, Chief Diversity Officer, and Title IX Coordinator at SUNY Corning Community College. Prior to joining CCC, she held various roles in Human Resources and Diversity at Cornell University and has worked within the non-profit sector in New York City. She holds her masters from Cornell ILR and her bachelor’s in Political Science from the University of Maryland. Kathleen M. Rasmussen Kathleen M. Rasmussen retired as the Nancy Schlegel Meinig Professor of Maternal and Child Nutrition, Division of Nutritional Sciences, at Cornell University. She received her AB degree from Brown University in molecular biology and both her ScM and ScD degrees from Harvard University in nutrition and her postdoctoral training in nutrition at Cornell University. Dr. Rasmussen served as the principal faculty member at the Dannon Nutrition Leadership Institute, which she helped to develop, from 1998 until the program ended in 2017. Dr. Rasmussen’s service in the nutrition community has been recognized by the Conrad Elvehjem Award for Public Service in Nutrition (2017) from the American Society for Nutrition. In addition, her extensive service as a faculty member and her contributions to institutional quality were recognized by the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Faculty Service (2020) by the State University of New York. “Board leadership is important to the Food Bank, especially in our current economic climate,” says Joe Thomas, current Board Chair and in his eighth year on the Food Bank Board. “We welcome these new Board members and thank them for supporting the community and giving of their time and talent in this way.”
Chamber of Commerce Membership Drive Receives Opening Boost from M&T Bank Owego, NY - M&T Bank will provide ten new Tioga County Chamber of Commerce members with a oneyear community partner membership. The qualifications and goal of the sponsorship are to support women, minority, and LGBTQ+ community business owners. “We started analyzing our membership database to identify gaps in industries and demographics. M&T Bank has supported targeted chamber membership drives for years throughout the state, so it was a good fit to promote their mission and extend our reach,” said Sabrina Henriques, President & CEO, Tioga Chamber of Commerce. The benefits of membership in
the Tioga County Chamber of Commerce include marketing, networking, advocacy, and education. In addition, the Chamber has exciting new events coming up in 2022. Henriques explains the now sold out 18th Annual Golf and Clambake in May, the Annual Awards Evening in July, and the Chamber Stakes (horseracing and champagne brunch event) in September. “We try to provide as much support and assistance as we can for the wonderful businesses and non-profits that make Tioga County and the surrounding area their home.” For more information go to www.tiogachamber.com, call (607) 687-2020, or email info@tiogachamber.com.
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Demolition of Houses in Owego Neighborhood
The demolition of eight residential structures, along with two sheds owned by the Tioga County Property Development Corporation (Tioga County Land Bank) are underway in the Village of Owego. These structures, located on Temple Street and Liberty Street, have been a source of blight in the neighborhood for many years, with conditions significantly worsening after flooding caused by Tropical Storm Lee in 2011. The demolitions are being completed by LCP Group, in coordination with O’Rourke, Inc., the firm that will be handling air monitoring for the project. “We are excited to see this project underway,” says Tioga County Land Bank Director Brittany Woodburn. “The Land Bank acquired these properties throughout 2020 and 2021, and the removal of
these distressed structures will eliminate significant blight in this neighborhood, and allow for new opportunities for the residents of Liberty Street and Temple Street, and the surrounding area.” Ralph Kelsey, Chair of the Tioga County Land Bank Board adds, “We are pleased to be able to bring this project to life, and are looking forward to similarly partnering with our other communities in the future to help combat blight and deterioration, and revitalize housing, neighborhoods and downtowns throughout Tioga County.”
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