turtles

New York State Environmental Conservation officials are asking motorists to keep an eye out for turtles that may be trying to cross roads to get to their nesting sites.

The "Turtles Crossing" warning signs on State Route 17C in the village of Owego have been in place for several weeks. In May, WNBF News reported the signs had returned to alert drivers to the possibility of crossing turtles. Since then, no reports had been received in the newsroom about turtle sightings along that section of Fifth Avenue...

People who drive in parts of Tioga County are being advised to look out for turtles. In recent years, residents concerned for the safety of the snapping turtles that cross roadways in Owego have erected signs to warn motorists. A few signs now are on place on Fifth Avenue -- State Route 17C -- in the village of Owego...