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Undamming the Susquehanna? It Could Happen in Binghamton

The city will work with a nonprofit organization to look into the possibility of removing the Rockbottom Dam.

Binghamton, NY · 2d

WIVT News 34

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Solak told to stop being active in Weitsman case

BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – The civil case between Owego businessman Adam Weitsman and two online critics was back in court today with a warning issued to one of the defendants. State Supreme Court Justice Joseph McBride told defendant John Solak to stop filing motions and stop attending the court hearing until the damages phase begins […]

Binghamton, NY · 8d

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Broome County housing advocates skeptical of city’s proposal to address homelessness they say falls short

Binghamton housing advocates say they’re skeptical of a new initiative in the city aimed at ending street homelessness and encampments. Mayor Jared Kraham said the city will contract with Catholic Charities of Broome County to fund housing subsidies for people living in the encampments. Street outreach teams will go to each encampment to move people into homes, according to a press release from Kraham’s office.

Binghamton, NY · 2d
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Rev. Major Barnett Sr. Street named in Binghamton

BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – The City of Binghamton is recognizing a community member for their service, advocacy and leadership. Yesterday, family members of the late Reverend Major Barnett Senior unveiled a new street sign in honor of his legacy. The sign hangs at the corner of Carroll and Susquehanna Streets in downtown Binghamton. Major Barnett […]

Binghamton, NY · 3d

WIVT News 34

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Vestal bus garage proposition thrown out in project debates

VESTAL, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – The controversial capital project proposed by Vestal Central School District has removed the bus garage proposition that sparked the debate. The decision was made last night to take the 20,000-square-foot bus garage out of the project. The facility would have been located on Glann Road near Tioga Hills Elementary School in […]

Vestal, NY · 3d

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Broome County Land Bank Now Owns Abandoned Nursing Home in Vestal

The complex has been vacant since it was damaged by flooding in 2011.

Vestal, NY · 3d

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Broome County faces higher risk of mental health disorders compared to the rest of New York state

Broome County has been found to have disproportionately high numbers of mental health risk factors when compared to New York state averages. According to Mental Health America, New York state was found to have an average score of 30.2 individuals at risk for severe depression per 100,000 people in the state population. Broome County exceeds New York state’s average, with a scoring of 34.03 individuals at risk of severe depression per 100,000 people. Broome County also has higher averages than New York state for other mental health conditions, including post-traumatic stress disorder and suicidal ideation.

Broome County, NY · 3d

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Judge rejects Sheriff’s lawsuit of Hochul, state

TOWN OF DICKINSON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – A federal judge has rejected a legal challenge brought by 15 New York sheriff’s, including Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar, over the state’s ban on local ICE cooperation agreements U.S. District Judge Mae D’Agostino ruled the sheriffs failed to show they have the legal authority to sue the state. […]

Broome County, NY · 1d

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Troon to keep all En-Joie employees amid operations change

ENDICOTT, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – The Village of Endicott announced En-Joie Golf Club will be managed by a new company, despite attempting to keep Broome County as its operator. Troon Golf’s Indigo Sports will operate the course beginning in 2027. Mayor Nick Burlingame says Troon has extensive experience in golf course management, including here in Broome […]

Endicott, NY · 1d

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Republicans nab Sheriff’s races, BC Judge, state assembly

GREATER BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – Despite the overwhelming Democratic success, Republicans also won some key races in Greater Binghamton. Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar was reelected to the post, defeating Democrat Matt Ryan by over 12,000 votes. The Broome County Court Judge narrowly went to the Republicans, as Pete DeLucia beat Michael Garzo Jr. by […]

Broome County, NY · 3d

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Broome County Will No Longer Manage Endicott's En-Joie Golf Course

After 21 years, the village has decided to drop the county as course operator.

Broome County, NY · 1d

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Luzerne County CYF honors adoptive families at Adoption Day luncheon in Dallas

DALLAS, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — Luzerne County Children, Youth and Families (CYF) celebrated 56 adoptions during its annual Adoption Day luncheon Friday, honoring children who found permanent homes over the past year. The luncheon took place at Apple Tree Terrace in Dallas, where this year's theme, “Adding a Pumpkin...

Luzerne County, PA · 1d

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There Is Still Time to Help Broome County Families at the Food-A-Bago Camper

A camper outside Weis Markets on Upper Front Street is taking food and monetary donations for CHOW until Monday morning. Here is what to know before you stop by.

Broome County, NY · 2d

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BC Land Bank now owns Vestal Nursing Center

VESTAL, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – The former Vestal Nursing Center complex now has a new owner. The Broome County Land Bank has officially acquired the long- time abandoned property. The sale was finalized during its Oct. 20 meeting. The Land Bank plans to move forward with an Endwell- based engineering firm to begin demolition of the […]

Vestal, NY · 1d

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Southern Tier trails are a gem. Summit aims to take them to next level

A day-long Southern Tier Greenways Planning Summit, hosted by Parks & Trails New York, took stock of the greenway trail plans already in motion across the region and tackled what it will take to link them into a connected regional network. The event, held Nov. 5 at the Corning Museum of Glass, focused on the eight-county Southern Tier Regional Economic Development region, which includes Steuben, Schuyler, Chemung, Tompkins, Tioga, Broome, Chenango and Delaware counties. The event paired project updates from local and regional partners with hands-on working sessions on the challenges and opportunities ahead. Kamala Keeley, President of Three Rivers Development Corporation, said trails, waterways and parks aren't amenities on the side; they're part of what makes a region a place people choose to build a life. “When our employers recruit engineers, nurses, and skilled trades, candidates want to know what life looks like outside of work," Keeley said. "Every connected mile of trail strengthens our answer, and it helps us keep the talented people who are already here.” Keeley said the Southern Tier is losing population, particularly residents who are between 25 and 44 years old. Dylan Carey, Director of Policy and Planning at Parks & Trails New York,

Chenango County, NY · 2d

NorthcentralPA.com

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Wade sworn in as Lycoming County DA after Marino resigns

Williamsport, Pa. — Lycoming County has a new district attorney following the abrupt resignation of the county's chief prosecutor this week. Former First Assistant District Attorney Martin Wade was sworn in Friday as Lycoming County’s new district attorney, succeeding Tom Marino, who resigned the same day, citing health concerns. Assistant District Attorney Phoebe Yates was also sworn in as first assistant district attorney. She is the first woman to hold the first assistant position in the history of the Lycoming County District Attorney’s Office. Under Pennsylvania law, the first assistant automatically assumes the district attorney’s office when the elected district attorney resigns mid-term. Wade will serve the remainder of Marino’s term, which ends in November 2027. The office will be on the ballot next year. Marino, 74, announced earlier this week that he was stepping down. In a letter to county residents, he described the decision as “a mix of sadness and gratitude” and said he was leaving “due to a combination of health reasons.” He had previously served as Lycoming County district attorney from 1992 to 2002 before becoming U.S. attorney for the Middle District of Pennsylvania and later serving multiple terms in Congress. Wade has been first assistant

Lycoming County, PA · 1d

NorthcentralPA.com

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Williamsport council accepts bid for vacant City Hall building 5-2

Williamsport, Pa. — Williamsport City Council voted 5-2 Thursday to accept the only bid that came in for the former City Hall building at 245 W. Fourth Street, and to move ahead with negotiating a sales agreement. Scott Williams, assistant director of community and economic development and planning, told council the city received a single bid for $455,000 when the invitation-for-bids period closed Sept. 30. After review, staff found the bid complete and compliant. The resolution accepts that bid and authorizes the city to proceed with a sales agreement. Solicitors will negotiate the details, and the finished agreement will have to come back before council for a separate vote. The building sits in the central business district and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It would be sold as-is. Terms expected to be worked into the agreement include protections against demolition or major exterior changes, along with a possible right of first refusal for the city if the buyer later decides to sell. The buyer is JBAS Realty of Jessup, owned by John Basalyga. JBAS has indicated it plans to renovate the building for residential use while keeping the exterior intact. The same firm submitted a higher

Williamsport, PA · 1d

WBRE

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Over 100 teams across PA competing to honor veterans

HUGHESVILLE, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — To honor Veterans Day through competitive youth soccer and community impact; That is the goal for the annual Veterans Day Freedom Cup, hitting the pitch once again over the weekend in Hughesville. 28/22 News was on the sidelines Saturday morning for the very special soccer event. More than 100 teams […]

Hughesville, PA · 10h

NorthcentralPA.com

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Williamsport ranks second in Pa. cities where young adults want to build careers at home

Williamsport, Pa. — More than half of young Pennsylvanians say they want to stay in or return to their hometowns to build careers, according to a new survey, with Williamsport ranking second statewide among cities where that commitment is strongest. A resume.io survey of 3,052 adults ages 18–35 found that 51% of young Pennsylvanians are committed to putting down professional roots in their hometowns. Family ties and lower costs of living topped the list of reasons, and those willing to accept lower pay to stay local said they would take an average 10.5% salary cut. The survey ranked cities by the number of respondents who said they planned to stay or return, with a minimum of 50 responses per city. The top three Pennsylvania cities were: ErieWilliamsportAltoona In Williamsport, technical education and manufacturing support skilled careers in the region. UPMC Williamsport is Lycoming County’s largest employer. Pennsylvania College of Technology trains workers for fields ranging from advanced manufacturing to healthcare, while companies such as West Pharmaceutical Services and ANDRITZ offer additional specialist roles. That mix of education and local employment creates pathways that do not automatically require leaving the Susquehanna Valley. Erie ranked first, citing a mix of manufacturing, healthcare,

Williamsport, PA · 2d

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East Lycoming school receives bomb threat same day as Union County school

Lairdsville, Pa. — Renn Elementary School was evacuated this morning after a bomb threat was called into the school, according to East Lycoming School District Superintendent Dr. Gregory S. Scoggins. A bomb threat was also made to Linntown Intermediate School in Lewisburg this morning. Police have not said whether the two incidents are related. The call came to Renn Elementary School at approximately 8:35 a.m. Pennsylvania State Police were contacted immediately, and the building was evacuated. Staff and school resource officers moved students safely to an off-site location, where they sheltered in place. When it became clear that state police K-9 units would need additional time to arrive and clear the building, the district began its parent reunification process. All students were either reunited with parents and guardians or sent home on school buses. Two bomb-sniffing K-9 units later completed a thorough sweep of the building and surrounding vehicles. The school was given an all-clear shortly after noon. Scoggins said no students or staff were injured. In a letter to families, Scoggins thanked district staff, Pennsylvania State Police and local law enforcement, the Lairdsville Community Volunteer Fire Company, St. Mark’s Church, the Lairdsville Cornerstone Restaurant, bus drivers, and parents and

Union County, PA · 1d