Law enforcement arrests suspect in river

There was a large police presence along the Susquehanna River in both Vestal and Endicott yesterday. According to authorities, Vestal Police were attempting to arrest an individual who was wanted on an arrest warrant when the individual jumped into the river. New York State... Read More.

Fight on blight continues across Southern Tier

Unused structures across the Southern Tier continue to come down as local leaders continue their fight on blighted properties. In Binghamton, the former city Department of Public Works building was torn down yesterday. The building, which was built in the 1920's has sat vacant... Read More.

Hazmat scare at Vestal business office

Vestal firefighters and police responded to a report of a hazmat situation at a business on the Vestal Parkway yesterday. First responders were called to Columbian Financial Group at around 1:30pm after an employee in the mail room opened an envelope containing white powder.... Read More.

Portion of Old Vestal Road closed for two years

Westbound traffic on Old Vestal Road in Vestal will be closed for the next two years. Traffic heading west on Old Vestal Road between Murray Hill and Bunn Hill Road will now have to use the Vestal Parkway. The on-ramp to Old Vestal Road... Read More.

Weitsman donates $40K to Binghamton University

A local businessman has donated $40,000 to Binghamton University's Educational Opportunity Program. The head of Upstate Shredding, Adam Weitsman, donated the money to Binghamton University to help promising college students with financial assistance. The students receiving Educational Opportunity money come from economically challenging backgrounds,... Read More.

Inductees into Vestal Hall of Fame announced

Three Vestal Alumni are to be inducted into the Vestal Hall of Fame this year.Captain Michael Giannetti graduated from the Vestal Central School District in 1988, and is now a decorated naval aviator and officer. He has commanded the "World Watchers" Fleet Air Reconnaissance... Read More.

EPD Makes Changes to Have More Presence in Community

The Endicott Police Department will soon have a fourth patrol car out on the streets during off-hours. Currently, during slower times, there are three patrolmen canvassing the streets, and a fourth at the police station receiving 9-1-1 calls. In an attempt to increase response... Read More.

Three State Conventions to be Held in Binghamton in July

Binghamton will be the site of the New York State American Legion Convention for the 4th time since 1999. Nearly 1,000 people from across the state will converge on Binghamton for the 98th annual New York State American Legion Convention, the 96th annual New... Read More.

BU Offers Writing Workshops for Community

Binghamton University has announced that a total of $7,250 in grants have been awarded for their spring writing workshops. The grants of varying values were awarded to BU's Center for Writers by:   -Broome County Arts Council -Chenango Arts Council -The Hoyt Foundation -Broome County Public Library   There are a... Read More.

Town of Vestal Court Announces New Hours

The Town of Vestal Court will no longer be holding night court sessions. Arraignments will now only be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9am. This will take effect starting tomorrow.

Expect Traffic Delays on Old Vestal Road Over the Next Month

Motorists are asked to avoid travelling on Old Vestal Road between Bunn Hill Road and Murray Hill Road over the next month or so. Broome County Executive Debbie Preston says that construction of the Binghamton Johnson City Joint Sewage Treatment Plant will likely cause... Read More.