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Authorities have released the identity of the man who died after a fishing accident in the Susquehanna River near the Ouaquaga Bridge in the Town of Colesville Wednesday evening. 56-year-old Joseph Kapral Jr. of Albion, NY was pronounced dead at the scene, according to... Read More.

Broome County officials have announced a new program to help fight the opioid epidemic.County Executive Jason Garner joined other local leaders Thursday to outline the Peer Response team. Certified peer advocates with the Addiction center of Broome County will work with local law... Read More.

Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a water rescue in Ouaquaga Lake around 7 o’clock last night. Authorities say a man was rescued and brought back to shore. He is being treated for a medical emergency. The Sheriff's Office says it happened near... Read More.

New York State Senator Fred Akshar announced on Wednesday that 24 libraries throughout the 52nd District will each receive $6,000 in funding, totaling $150,000. The money will be used for year-round children's programs, book purchases and technology upgrades.It was made available through the BOOKS... Read More.

State Senator Fred Akshar is expected to announce changes to his BOOKS reading program that will result in $150,000 in library books and program funding for 24 libraries across the 52nd Senate District. Akshar is also expected to announce details of a $100,000 grant... Read More.