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Broome Municipalities Pushing for 50-50 Sales Tax Split

Wednesday, March 27 by WEBO Radio

Municipalities throughout Broome County are pushing for a return to the 50-50 sales tax split between themselves and the county. In 2009, Broome County instituted a cap on all municipalities' share of the sales tax revenue to help the county itself get through some economic... Read More.

One Dead in Vestal Forklift Accident

Tuesday, March 26 by WEBO Radio

A forklift accident at a Vestal company has left one man dead. Vestal Police and the Vestal Volunteer Emergency Squad responded Friday afternoon to a call at National Pipe and Plastics. A man, whose name has not yet been released, was reportedly hit by... Read More.

Landowners Group To Sue New York Over Fracking Moratorium

Tuesday, March 26 by WEBO Radio

The Joint Landowners Coalition of New York is moving forward with its lawsuit against the state, and the group has begun fundraising to help finance the effort. The landowners are seeking compensation for what they believe to be New York State taking away their... Read More.

Whitney Point School District Receives Nutrician Award

Tuesday, March 26 by WEBO Radio

The Whitney Point Central School District has earned an award for its new emphasis on nutrition in its schools. The Adams Primary School was given the Bronze Award from the United State Department of Agriculture as a part of its Healthier US School Challenge.... Read More.

Update: Double Homicide in Binghamton

Monday, March 25 by WEBO Radio

When friends and family of 35-year-old Christina Powell couldn’t get a hold of her Friday, they grew worried and called police. That’s when a quiet neighborhood became the focus of a double homicide investigation. Broome County Sheriff's Deputies responded to 4185 Lisi Lane to check... Read More.

Singer Paul Cummings Pays Tribute to Matthew Porcari

Monday, March 25 by WEBO Radio

A country singer traveled more than 100 miles to sing a tribute for fallen Owego firefighter Matt Porcari. Paul Cummings, a firefighter in the Rochester area, is on a "30 shows in 30 days" fire house tour. He normally doesn't travel farther than 50... Read More.

Two Arrested in Burglary of Nanticoke Home

Monday, March 25 by WEBO Radio

Two people were arrested in Binghamton for possessing stolen jewelry and drugs. The Broome County Sheriff's Office responded Thursday to 27 Tompkins Street in the city of Binghamton. 23-year-old Joshua Kramer, and 21-year-old Harlee Skinner, were found inside the apartment. Detectives took the two... Read More.

Police Investigate Double Homicide in Binghamton

Friday, March 22 by WEBO Radio

From YNN: A homicide investigation is underway after two bodies were found in Broome County. The Sheriff's office says deputies responded to a home at 4185 Lisi Lane in the Town of Binghamton Friday afternoon when relatives weren't able to contact someone who lives there. The... Read More.

Concert Scheduled To Honor Matthew Porcari This Sunday

Friday, March 22 by WEBO Radio

The Owego Middle School will play host this weekend to a concert to honor fallen Owego firefighter Matthew Porcari. On Sunday at 4 o'clock, Rochester-based country music singer and fellow firefighter Paul Cummings will perform a concert to benefit the Owego Fire Department. Owego... Read More.

Tioga County DA Candidate Denounces Safe Act

Friday, March 22 by WEBO Radio

Tioga County District Attorney candidate Kirk Martin denounced the New York SAFE Act on Thursday. Martin says the SAFE Act is restrictive of Constitutionally-guaranteed rights. He believes Governor Cuomo passing the legislation has actually made New York less safe, by diverting law enforcement attention... Read More.

Johnson City Police Investigating Stabbing

Thursday, March 21 by WEBO Radio

Johnson City Police are investigating a stabbing that took place at an apartment building on Main Street Terrace. Police have arrested 54-year-old Arthur Besanson for assault in the second degree and unlawful possession of a weapon. Besanson got into an argument with his neighbor... Read More.

Binghamton School District Faces Budget Gap

Thursday, March 21 by WEBO Radio

The Binghamton City School District has a multi-million dollar budget gap, and over 30 positions could soon be eliminated. School officials are looking to close a gap of nearly $5.3 million. Earlier this month, the school board set the maximum tax levy increase at... Read More.