Kopernik Observatory Seeks Input on Plans for Next 50 Years
The local observatory and science center is getting ready to celebrate 50 years while making plans for the future.
Education
New York Contest Offers Free Education to Vaccinated Kids
Some children in New York State who line up to get the COVID-19 vaccine could be set for education into their 20s.
Chenango Forks Welcomes New Schools Superintendent
The Chenango Forks Central School District has a new Superintendent.
Discovery Center’s New Director on Southern Tier Close Up
The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier's new executive Director, Dr. Brenda Myers is the guest on Southern Tier Close Up.
Vestal Announces Early Dismissal Drill for Students
This emergency evacuation drill should not be cause for alarm- it is an annual test run in compliance of regulations issued by the NYS Education Department.
New York State Struggles With Shortage of School Bus Drivers
As the 2021-2022 school year gets underway, school districts all across New York are struggling to find drivers to transport students to and from school.
Catholic Charities To Host Backpack Giveaway Event in Nichols, NY
Catholic Charities is helping kids kick off the 2021-2022 school year on the right foot with a special backpack giveaway and back-to-school event.
Guess What? Technology Might Not Be Turning Our Kids Into Zombies
Horrified at the thought that your kid might be turning into a mushy-brained zombie thanks to technology? Yeah, that's probably not even remotely the case.
Free Summer Meals Offered to Kids in Broome and Tioga Counties
Local schools, churches, and other community organizations are stepping up to once again offer free meals to kids and teens in Broome and Tioga counties.
As NYS Waits To Hear From CDC, Mask Mandate Remains in Place
On Friday, June 4, NYS school students and staff believed they wouldn't have to wear a mask indoors anymore starting on Monday, June 7. Then, everything changed.
NYS Hopes To Eliminate Remote Learning for the Next School Year
In what has been the most challenging time in recent memory for students, New York State has announced plans to eliminate remote learning next school year.
SUNY Broome President Dr. Kevin Drumm on So. Tier Close Up
Leading up to graduation, SUNY Broome President, Dr. Kevin Drumm is the guest on the weekly, local public affairs program, Southern Tier Close Up.
Check Out the Pyramids in Egypt, No Vaccine or Passport Needed
What if we were to tell you that you could visit the pyramids in Egypt without needing a vaccine passport? You can, and this is how.
An Open Letter to My Fellow Parents on Holocaust Remembrance Day
Human nature makes us want to turn away, to forget, but we can't. Not ever and as parents, we must protect our children as well as the children of the future.