Broome County DA Candidate Discusses Battling Illegal Drug Use

The topic of illegal drug use is once again entering into local political debates. Most recently, Republican candidate for Broome County District Attorney Steve Cornwell announced one way to finance addiction treatment programs. Cornwell noted in his plan that there are a number of... Read More.

Man Attempts to Flee Police on Motorcycle

A man has been arrested after attempting to outrun authorities on a motorcycle. 20-year-old Christopher Nunez of Holbrook, NY, was clocked going 100MPH on I-81 by New York State Police. When authorities attempted to pull him over, Nunez increased his speed to 120MPH. Police... Read More.

Broome-Tioga Auction this Saturday

This Saturday is the annual Broome-Tioga public auction, which will feature everything from kitchen equipment to police cars and school buses. The auction is being held at the Broome County Highway Garage on Thomas Street in the Town of Chenango. Registration will begin at... Read More.

Area Residents Honor Lives Lost During 9/11 Attacks

Hundreds of area firefighters, and community members spent their Sunday climbing 110 floors worth of stairs. This is done every year in honor of the 343 FDNY firefighter's who lost their lives during the September 11th terrorist attacks. The event has been held every... Read More.

Maine-Endwell Looking to Start Planning Committee

The Maine Endwell Central School District Board of Education is looking for community members to serve on a developing strategic planning committee. The board is looking for residents who are critical thinkers, collaborative, and enthusiastic about learning. The strategic planning committee will be used... Read More.

Power Outage Affects Thousands

A widespread power outage in Broome and Tioga Counties is the second in less than a week. Just after 5:30PM yesterday, an equipment failure at a electric substation on Riverside Drive in Johnson City, left 7,400 NYSEG customers without power for about an hour.... Read More.

Additional Funding Secured for Mercy House

Additional funding has been secured for the development of a special home in our area. The Mercy House of the Southern Tier is being built to provide a comfortable home with all the equipment necessary for individuals who are suffering from terminal illness. The... Read More.

Two Individuals Arrested for Promoting Prison Contraband

Police have arrested two individuals for the introduction of contraband into the Broome County Jail. A two-month long investigation found that 25-year-old Katherine Searles of Binghamton had been placing suboxone strips in letters addressed to her husband, Brian Searles, who was currently residing in... Read More.

Man Arrested on Burglary Charges

A man is behind bars following an attempted burglary in Binghamton on Sunday. A 911-caller reported that a man had just entered the West Side Mini Mart on Main Street, brandishing a knife. The man allegedly then demanded money, but did not receive any.... Read More.

Three Arrested for Gang Assault

Three individuals have been arrested on gang assault charges. 48-year-old Emily Baleno, 50-year-old Marie Newkirk of Port Crane, and 41-year-old Bridgette Bensley of Endicott were all arrested after they allegedly assaulted a 59-year-old woman who had just exited a local business in the Town... Read More.

Nigel Smith Found Guilty

A jury found 42-year-old Nigel Smith of Endicott, guilty on five charges yesterday, including 2nd degree murder. Smith is said to have killed Bretnie Owens of Binghamton, during an attempted burglary back in June of 2013. The prosecution relied heavily on phone records and... Read More.

Greater Binghamton Chamber of Commerce Backs Tioga Downs

As the Tioga Downs casino license proposal moves further along in the state gaming commission's evaluation process, Tioga Downs is receiving more and more support from local residents, businesses, and organizations. Most recently, the Greater Binghamton Chamber of Commerce released a statement stating, quote... Read More.