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Endicott Library Receiving Thousands

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A library in Endicott will be receiving thousands through a state grant program. The George F. Johnson Memorial Library will be getting close to $37,000 of $14 million used throughout the state to help public libraries with construction costs. The Endicott library will be... Read More.

Debbie Preston to Return to Work

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In a written statement, Broome County Executive Debbie Preston says she is looking to return to work on June 30th. She has been battling lung cancer since April, but has stayed up to date on county business through Skype. She will start working half-days... Read More.

National Pipe and Plastics Receives Complaints from Neighbors

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National Pipe and Plastics is receiving some criticism from neighbors around its new location in Endicott. Local residents are complaining of excessive noise, as well as an odor that comes and goes. In an attempt to pinpoint the smell, the Department of Environmental Conservation... Read More.

Ellis Brothers Look to the Future

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Ellis Brothers Furniture has submitted two proposals to the City of Binghamton regarding future development. The first proposal, still awaiting approval, is for the site of the recently burned down building to be leveled out, so a parking lot can go in its place.... Read More.

High School Students Partner with Local Business

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Four Johnson City High School students and the president of Dynamic Innovation Group seek to decrease the number of accidents associated with driving while distracted. The four Johnson City High school students developed the concept behind a smart phone application that would allow parents,... Read More.

Tioga Downs Competitor Receives Resolution

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The Wilmot Casino & Resort, a direct competitor with Tioga Downs and Traditions Resort for a casino license, has officially received a resolution of approval from the town in which it plans to build if awarded the license. The Tyre Town Board unanimously approved... Read More.

Cause of Ellis Brothers Fire Officially Unknown

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Investigators have determined that the cause of the fire that destroyed the Ellis Brothers Furniture store in Binghamton will remain unknown. Foul play was never suspected, but the investigation by the Binghamton Fire Marshal's Office was officially closed this week with no final cause.... Read More.

Details Released on Texas Fugitive on Route 17

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A Texas fugitive was arrested by New York State Police following a traffic stop on State Route 17 in Vestal. As originally reported on Thursday, troopers arrested 32-year-old Keith Curran of Arlington, Texas on Wednesday after he was found to have an active warrant... Read More.

Health Department Warns of Rabid Fox

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The Broome County Health Department is warning residents to be alert after a fox that may have bitten multiple people last weekend tested positive for rabies. Five people are being treated after two separate incidents involving contact with a fox. There is no way... Read More.

Endicott Man Impersonates Veteran

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An Endicott man was arrested on Wednesday after he gave a false name to investigating deputies after he was observed panhandling on East Main Street in the Town of Union. Deputies spotted 33-year-old Clinton Taylor dressed in military camouflage holding a sign begging for... Read More.

Plans in Place for Broome County Jail Expansion

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Broome County has a timetable in place for the much-anticipated expansion of the county's jail. Construction is scheduled to begin in February of 2016, assuming drawings of the plans are approved by the New York State Commission of Corrections. According to county officials, overcrowding... Read More.

Resolution Fails to Keep Mental Health Clinic Open

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A resolution to keep the Broome County Mental Health Clinic open for another two years was defeated. The Broome County Legislature's Health and Human Services committee did not pass the resolution, which was introduced by democrats in the legislature. Had the resolution passed, it... Read More.
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