Broome County Archives - Page 15 of 346

Guthrie announces $3K grant for United Methodist Homes Hilltop Campus

Tuesday, February 25 by Pat McDonald

Guthrie is pleased to announce the awarding of a $3,000 grant to United Methodist Homes Hilltop Campus through our Community Benefit Grant Program. This funding will support the installation of a functional blood pressure machine kiosk at the assisted living facility, empowering residents to regularly... Read More.

Big Lots, Joann Fabrics to close in Vestal

Tuesday, February 25 by Pat McDonald

A pair of stores in Vestal will soon close their doors for good.The Big Lots on the Vestal Parkway will close on March 16th.The company announced it would be closing 300 stores nationwide back in August.The Joann Fabrics on the Vestal Parkway will also... Read More.

Scam alert: Broome County Sheriff’s Office warns of scam phone calls

Monday, February 24 by Pat McDonald

Scammers impersonating Sheriff’s detectives and deputies are again contacting Broome County residents in an effort to solicit money and gift cards from unsuspecting victims. Residents are reminded not to provide credit card or other payment information over the phone to anyone claiming to be... Read More.

Riley returns home for swearing in ceremony

Monday, February 24 by Pat McDonald

Congressman Josh Riley returned to his hometown of Endicott on Saturday for a swearing in ceremony.Riley was sworn in to represent the 19th congressional district by his former teacher, Lynda Deluca, in a ceremony at the Village of Endicott Welcome Center.The Democrat beat incumbent Republican... Read More.

Hundreds gather to mourn fallen Binghamton firefighter

Thursday, February 20 by Pat McDonald

Hundreds of people gathered to remember Binghamton firefighter John JR Gaudet on Wednesday morning.Gaudet was killed in the line of duty during a fire on Main Street in Binghamton on Feb. 12.Firefighters from throughout the Twin Tiers gathered at the St. Thomas Aquinas Church... Read More.

Gov. Hochul directs flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Gaudet

Wednesday, February 19 by Pat McDonald

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has directed flags at state buildings to be flown at half-staff today in honor of fallen Binghamton Firefighter John JR Gaudet.Gaudet died while fighting a fire on Main Street in downtown Binghamton on Feb. 12.Hochul called Gaudet a consummate... Read More.

Endicott man facing charges for allegedly selling untaxed cigarettes

Wednesday, February 19 by Pat McDonald

An Endicott man is facing multiple felony charges following an investigation into illegal cigarette sales in the Village of Endicott.The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a search warrant at Crown Fried Chicken in Endicott and seized over 3,000 packs of untaxed... Read More.

Barstool Sports selling shirts to support fallen Binghamton firefighter’s family

Tuesday, February 18 by Pat McDonald

One of the biggest sports websites in the country is stepping up to help the family of the Binghamton firefighter who lost his life in the line of duty.Barstool Sports is now selling shirts in honor of firefighter John “JR” Gaudet, who died while... Read More.

Vestal Elks to hold spaghetti fundraiser for Every Cats Dream

Tuesday, February 18 by Pat McDonald

The Vestal Elks will hold a spaghetti fundraiser that will benefit a local non-profit organization.The dinner will be held on Sunday, Feb. 23 from 1 to 5 pm at the Elks lodge, located at 2071 Vestal Parkway West.The cost is $12 for adults with... Read More.

Animal Adventure Park announces death of giraffe

Monday, February 17 by Pat McDonald

The Animal Adventure Park has announced that one of their giraffes has died.Veterinarians at the Harpursville zoo said Johari the giraffe passed away after a suspected acute cardiac event.The 20-year-old female giraffe had previously received good health reports after monthly exams.The zoo said the... Read More.

Binghamton Fire Dept. releases name of firefighter killed in line of duty

Friday, February 14 by Pat McDonald

The Binghamton Fire Department has released the name of the firefighter who lost his life in the line of duty this week.Firefighter John “JR” Gaudet was killed while battling a blaze on Main Street in downtown Binghamton late Wednesday night.Gaudet was an 11-year veteran... Read More.

Binghamton firefighter killed in line of duty

Thursday, February 13 by Pat McDonald

A Binghamton firefighter was killed during a fire in the area of 1 Court Street late Wednesday night.Binghamton Mayor Jared Kraham said the firefighter was transported to Wilson Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.Two other Binghamton firefighters were injured during the incident. They... Read More.