Broome County Archives - Page 334 of 346

Boys & Girls Clubs of Binghamton is a Newman's Own Foundation Finalist

Thursday, February 24 by WEBO Radio

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Binghamton has received word from the Newman's Own Foundation that their BU student group (Boys & Girls Club Mentors) is a TOP THREE FINALIST in the Newman's Own Foundation Challenge Grant competition. They are guaranteed at least $10,000!!! The winners... Read More.

Governor Cuomo to Visit Binghamton Thursday

Wednesday, February 23 by WEBO Radio

Gov. Andrew Cuomo will visit Binghamton Thursday to give a presentation on his proposed state budget. The event will be at the Binghamton Riverwalk, 225 Water St. Doors will open at 10:30AM. The presentation is scheduled to begin at 11AM. The event is by invitation only.

Police Make Cocaine Arrest in Johnson City

Wednesday, February 23 by WEBO Radio

The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force has arrested a Johnson City man following a several month long investigation into the illegal sale and possession of cocaine. Berhmann F. Mystal, 32, of Johnson City was taken into custody outside the Floral Avenue Apple Mart. At... Read More.

Binghamton University is the Nation's #4 "Best Value" Public College

Wednesday, February 23 by WEBO Radio

Binghamton University is the nation's #4 "Best Value" public college for 2011 according to The Princeton Review, one of America's best-known education services companies. Moving up two slots from last year’s #6 ranking, Binghamton University was again heralded for being a great return on investment... Read More.

Broome County Dem Chairman to Make Replacement Recommendation for Fiala

Wednesday, February 23 by WEBO Radio

A Democratic search committee will make an interim Broome County Executive recommendation at Noon Wednesday in Binghamton. Tony Fiala and Mark Whalen will be announcing the recommendation, which will then be forwarded to the Broome County Democratic Committee. On March 3rd the Committee will... Read More.

Union-Endicott Teachers Recognized at Area Art Show

Tuesday, February 22 by WEBO Radio

Union-Endicott Central School District teachers nabbed three out of the top four awards at the annual “inspiring thousands,” art show at the Orazio Salati Studio & Gallery on State Street in Binghamton. Union-Endicott High School teacher Cindy Henry was honored with the “Best of Show”... Read More.

Update: Trial in Stabbing of BU Professor is Postponed

Monday, February 21 by WEBO Radio

The trial of Abdulsalam al-Zahrani, 46, accused of the fatal stabbing of a Binghamton University professor has been postponed. An examination by two Broome County psychologists this week determined he is not competent to stand trial. The trial was to begin on Tuesday. al-Zahrani will be... Read More.

Winter Storm Warning in Effect from 9PM this Evening to 10AM Monday

Sunday, February 20 by WEBO Radio

The National Weather Service in Binghamton has issued a Winter Storm Warning for heavy snowfall... which is in effect from 9PM this evening to 10AM Monday. The Winter Weather Advisory is no longer in effect. Hazards: heavy snow accumulations. Accumulations: 7 to 10 inches of new snow. Timing:... Read More.

Trial in Stabbing of BU Professor to Start Tuesday

Friday, February 18 by WEBO Radio

The trial of Abdulsalam al-Zahrani, 46, accused of the fatal stabbing of a Binghamton University professor is to begin on Tuesday. Richard Antoun, a professor of anthropology, was murdered in a Science building on the BU campus back in December 2009. His accused killer was a... Read More.

Binghamton Mayor Matt Ryan Delivers State of the City Address

Thursday, February 17 by WEBO Radio

Mayor Matt Ryan gave his State of the City address on Wednesday and the news was at best mixed. Mayor Ryan sees a dire financial situation in large part due to an economy that hasn't roared back combined with the ever-increasing costs in pension and... Read More.

National Guard's 827th Engineer Company Returns Home

Thursday, February 17 by WEBO Radio

160 members of the National Guard's 827th Engineer Company returned home Wednesday to a highly emotional welcome. The unit had spent about a year in Afghanistan constructing roads, bases, and checkpoints. All members, from Horseheads, Binghamton, Buffalo and Walton, returned safe. Two returned with purple hearts. For many... Read More.

Assemblywoman Lupardo to Chair Science and Technology Committee

Thursday, February 17 by WEBO Radio

Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo spent Wednesday at Binghamton University, touting her new title: Chair of the Assembly's Legislative Commission on Science and Technology. Lupardo was joined by university and community leaders to announce her appointment, a position she hopes will help her advance technology by supporting... Read More.