Electrical Fault Blamed for Jimay’s Fire

An investigation into the fire at the Jimay’s Flea Market property in Conklin has determined the cause to be an electrical problem, triggered by the flooding. The fire caused serious damage to a residence, where the fire started, as well as the flea market... Read More.

Several Local Emergency Response Teams Receive State Grants

Several local emergency response teams will share in a $6.5 million grant from the State Homeland Security Department. The $6.5 million in funding supports New York's explosive detection canine teams, hazardous materials teams, tactical teams, and technical rescue and urban search teams, as well... Read More.

Update on Last Week’s Flash Flood Event

There are several updates related to last week’s flash flood event:   The flooding last week has resulted in approximately 238 million gallons of untreated sewage to be dumped into the Susquehanna River in Binghamton. The Binghamton/Johnson City Sewage Treatment Plant has reduced capacity due to... Read More.

College Move-in Day is Upon us

Sunday was move-in day at Binghamton University. About 3,000 freshmen are expected. Classes begin on Wednesday. Move in day for SUNY Broome will be this coming Saturday.

Kirkwood Home Destroyed by Fire

A residence on Colesville Road in Kirkwood was completely destroyed by fire on Monday. No one is believed to have been home at the time, and no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is being investigated.

August is National Immunization Awareness Month

The Tioga County Public Health Department wants you to know that August is National Immunization Awareness Month, and now is the time to make sure your children are up-to-date on their vaccinations before they go back to school. Parents may receive a letter from... Read More.

Ithaca PD Barbecue Set for This Coming Saturday

Ithaca Chief of Police Pete Tyler has announced that on Saturday, August 25th the Ithaca Police Department will co-host the annual Community Barbecue. The event will take place from noon to 3:00 pm at Conway Park on Cascadilla Street. The event will be informal.... Read More.

Two Emergency Orders Lifted in Broome County

Broome County Executive Jason Garner has lifted two of the emergency orders he issued during last week’s flash flood event. Effective last Friday at 11AM, the "No recreational use of waterways” and "no driving on flooded roadways" restrictions were lifted. Still in effect are... Read More.

Woman Dies in Windsor Single Vehicle Accident

Last Thursday evening, the Broome County Sheriff’s Office responded to a one-car motor vehicle accident in the Town of Windsor. A Chevrolet Impala was traveling south on Seward Road when it left the roadway, rolled over and came to rest in a creek. The... Read More.

Suspicious Fire Being Investigated in Horseheads

Early Friday morning, emergency responders were called to a residential structure fire on Lake Road in the Town of Horseheads. Two adults and a child were able to exit the home without injury. The fire is being treated as suspicious in nature. The Sheriff’s... Read More.

Thirteen Year Sentence for 2017 Domestic Assault

36-year-old Saifur Abussalem was sentenced to 13 years in prison on Friday for a domestic assault in Binghamton that occurred in July 2017. He was convicted on May 31stof attempting to cause serious physical injury to the victim, with a rock and golf club.... Read More.

Two Arrested Following Search Warrant Execution

The execution of a search warrant in Binghamton has led to felony drug charges against Keri Cotillis and Leland Taylor. The suspects are charged with felony Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, felony Possession of a Forged Instrument, and a misdemeanor. They were arraigned... Read More.