PRESORTED
STANDARD US POSTAGE PAID PERMIT #9 APALACHIN, NY
CARRIER ROUTE POSTAL CUSTOMER
BROWN ENTERPRISE AND MARKETING 7830 STATE ROUTE 434 APALACHIN, NEW YORK 13732
APALACHIN • OWEGO • NICHOLS TIOGA CENTER • NEWARK VALLEY
CAMPVILLE • BARTON • CANDOR SMITHBORO • CATATONK
YOUR HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER • www.TiogaWeb.com Volume 31
FEBRUARY 2016
Owego Elementary Homecoming
Number 2
Tioga Downs Wins Industry Awards
The results are in and Tioga Downs won in multiple categories for the December Best of Slots issue of Strictly Slots, the monthly magazine that highlights casinos and new slot machines and video poker games. Tioga Downs received two first place awards and seven total awards out of 18 categories. “The hard working and dedicated staff – from the top to the bottom – is why we were able to bring home these recognitions,” Tioga Downs Owner Jeff Gural said. “I would like to express my sincere appreciation for all guests, staff and the region as a whole that have helped make Tioga Downs the premier entertainment destination in the Southern Tier.” The casino placed first in two categories, “Casino Where You Feel Luckiest” and “Best Comps.” It also took home two second place prizes, “Best Nickel Slots” and “Best 50-cent Slots.” Strictly Slots officials also named Tioga Downs to three third place wins in the “Best Video Slots,” “Best Progressive Slots”
and “Best Slot Club Promotions” categories. Strictly Slots is a national monthly magazine aimed at slot machine and video poker players. The magazine focuses on upcoming, new slot machines and video poker games, as well as casino amenities. Strictly Slots features regular articles from notable gambling authors, including Bob Dancer, Jeffrey Compton, Frank Legato and Frank Scoblete. Strictly Slots is published by the Casino Publishing Group, which also publishes Casino Player magazine, America’s most popular gaming magazine. Typical Strictly Slots topics include the following: history of slot machine, the principle of slot machine work, new strategies for playing video poker, casino reviews and latest casino news. Tioga Downs offers live harness racing, video lottery terminals, video poker and electronic roulette. A variety of eateries are also part of the current entertainment complex. For more information on Tioga Downs, please visit www.tiogadowns.com.
Tioga Chamber Annual Dinner - February 11 Winter Beach Party!
Students from the Owego Elementary School were welcomed home by hundreds of parents and members of the community. The students were displaced from the school during the flood of 2011 and have been bused to Endicott to attend Linnaeus West Elementary
School. On January 6th a convoy of busses lead by fire and police vehicles paraded their way from the Owego Treadway to the new Owego Elementary School, being greeted by hundreds of onlookers for their first day back in Owego.
Save Your Precious Memories HAVE YOUR 8mm Movies & VHS Videos Converted to DVDs
BEAM Electronics Hobbies & more... 7830 Rt 434, Apalachin, N. Y. 625-2222
The Tioga County Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual dinner, community awards and silent auction on Thursday, February 11, at the Owego Treadway Inn. This year’s theme is “Winter Beach Party.” Cocktails begin at 5:30 pm, with dinner at 6:30 pm. A Silent Auction will continue throughout the evening with items donated by chamber businesses and supporters. This annual event is always popular and well-attended. As always, the highlight of the evening will be the presenta-
tion of the Community Awards. Special recognition is given to those who have made a significant contribution to the community. The “Winter Beach Party” theme will remind remind guests that the cold of the season doesn’t matter. Leave the winter doldrums behind and enjoy the party with music by “Outer Reef.” The cost of the dinner is $40 per person. Reservations and payment are required by February 4, 2016. For more information and reservations, contact the Tioga County Chamber of Commerce at 687-2020.
VALENTINE Package $59.95! 7830 Rt 434, Apalachin (607) 245-6139 or 625-2332