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Skate Estate to close on Sunday

Thursday, March 5 by Pat McDonald

Skate Estate in Vestal will officially close its doors for good this weekend. The popular skating rink and entertainment venue will shut down on Sunday, March 8 after 42 years in business. Williams Auto Group will be taking over the property at 3401 Vestal Road in... Read More.

Former Windsor supervisor suing Broome County

Thursday, March 5 by Pat McDonald

A former Town of Windsor Supervisor is suing Broome County over how it handled her husband’s body following a fatal house fire in 2024. According to News Channel 34, Carolyn Price is claiming emotional distress over the treatment of the remains of her husband Daniel... Read More.

West End Family YMCA to receive $1.4 million for roof, parking lot and more

Wednesday, March 4 by Pat McDonald

The West End Family YMCA in Johnson City is set to receive a major funding boost. The Dormitory Authority of the State of New York has awarded $1.4 million to the YMCA for critical infrastructure work. The center will use the funds for a new roof,... Read More.

Firefighters battle blaze in Binghamton

Wednesday, March 4 by Pat McDonald

Firefighters responded to a fire on Binghamton’s southside on Tuesday. According to WBNG-TV, the fire was on the 100 block of South Washington Street. People were reportedly inside the home when the fire started but were able to make it out safely. No injuries have been reported... Read More.

Shady Strong BBQ Competition and Music Festival set for July 11

Wednesday, March 4 by Pat McDonald

The Shady Strong ALS Awareness organization has announced a date for the 5th annual BBQ Competition and Music Festival. The annual event will be held on Saturday, July 11 at the Bement Billings Farmstead on Route 38 in Newark Valley. Visitors will enjoy a day of... Read More.

Waverly residents charged after allegedly abandoning kittens

Tuesday, March 3 by Pat McDonald

Three Waverly residents are facing charges after they allegedly abandoned numerous kittens. According to the Tioga County Sheriff's Office, three kittens were intentionally dropped off on the side of Ellis Creek Road on Feb. 23. Following an investigation, 42-year-old Jessica L. Travis was charged with four... Read More.

Berkshire man behind bars after high-speed chase

Tuesday, March 3 by Pat McDonald

A 36-year-old Berkshire man is behind bars after he led police on a high-speed chase that ended in the Susquehanna River. According to court documents, David R. Keener was charged by Sayre Police with felony counts of aggravated assault, one count of evading arrest, fleeing... Read More.

Middle School teams to compete in Scholarship Challenge this weekend

Tuesday, March 3 by Pat McDonald

Middle school teams will hit the Sayre Theatre stage for the 46th annual FCCB Scholarship Challenge this week. Teams from Athens, Northeast Bradford, Sayre, Spencer-Van Etten, Tioga, Waverly, Wellsboro and Wyalusing will compete in the middle school bracket on Saturday. The finals are set for the... Read More.

Retired Binghamton firefighter announces run for NY State Senate

Tuesday, March 3 by Pat McDonald

Mike Bolles, a retired Binghamton firefighter-paramedic and 22-year US Army veteran, today formally announced his candidacy for the 52nd State Senate District in the 2026 election. The District is comprised of all of Cortland and Tompkins counties and parts of Broome County, setting up a challenge... Read More.

Annual Owego Strawberry Festival set for June 18-20

Monday, March 2 by Pat McDonald

Planning is underway for this year’s 44th Annual Owego Strawberry Festival, taking place on June 19 and 20 in downtown Owego. The event kicks off on Thursday, June 18, with a timed 5K Walk and Run at Hickories Park in Owego. As organizers move quickly to... Read More.

Owego punches ticket to Scholarship Challenge finals

Monday, March 2 by Pat McDonald

Owego Free Academy earned a trip to the Scholarship Challenge finals with a pair of wins on Saturday. The Owego team beat Elmira in the first round, while Northeast Bradford took down Spencer-Van Etten. With a spot in the finals on the line, Connor Sipe answered... Read More.

Several national chains coming to Broome County

Monday, March 2 by Pat McDonald

Several national restaurant chains are coming to the Southern Tier. Chick-fil-a, Crumbl Cookie, Tropical Smoothie Cafe and Wing Stop all have plans to open locations in the Binghamton area. Chick-fil-a will have two locations in the region. One will be in Vestal and the other will... Read More.

Owego-Bing

Skate Estate to close on Sunday

Former Windsor supervisor suing Broome County

West End Family YMCA to receive $1.4 million for roof, parking lot and more

Firefighters battle blaze in Binghamton

Shady Strong BBQ Competition and Music Festival set for July 11

Waverly residents charged after allegedly abandoning kittens

Berkshire man behind bars after high-speed chase

Middle School teams to compete in Scholarship Challenge this weekend

Retired Binghamton firefighter announces run for NY State Senate

Annual Owego Strawberry Festival set for June 18-20

Owego punches ticket to Scholarship Challenge finals

Several national chains coming to Broome County

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