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Batch Coffee Joins the Community Support for AJ Presto
Batch Coffee in Chenango Bridge held a fundraiser on Monday, July 15 to support 17-year-old Chenango Valley High School student AJ Presto and his family. Earlier this summer, AJ suffered a serious spinal cord injury while swimming. One dollar of every coffee drink sold today went on to support AJ...
Damon Cochrane Named Employee of the Month
Senior Groundskeeper Damon Cochrane has been named the Tompkins Cortland Community College Employee of the Month for July. Cochrane has worked at TC3 for more than eight years. He is praised for being dependable, pleasant, reliable, and conscientious. Declaring that the College is lucky to have him, his colleagues say Cochrane works hard, noting that during the winter he is often working during off hours and alone, plowing and salting to make sure that everyone is safe on the roads and sidewalks.
Do You Know The 4 New York State Towns Called Out In Iconic TV Show?
This popular TV show first aired in the late 1950's and still gets TV time in 2024. Fans of this show look forward to New Year's eve and day along with the fourth of July weekend to watch it on the big screen. During the fourth of July weekend marathon,...
Gus Macker Wraps Up 27th Tournament In Norwich
On Sunday the Gus Macker Tournament concluded its 27th event in Norwich, New York. The two day tournament had excellent weather conditions for outdoor basketball according to Executive Director of the Norwich YMCA Jamey Mullen. Some details regarding the overall numbers of the tournament included roughly 300 teams and 1200...
Cortland launches police chief search
CORTLAND, NY (CortacaToday) — Cortland is now searching for a new police chief. Mayor Scott Steve says the city is looking for candidates both inside and outside the Cortland Police Department. Paul Sandy recently announced he’s retiring at the end of this month. Steve says he’ll be missed....
Leor Kweller, former defendant in Colonial case, files Notice of Claim alleging civil rights violations
Last summer, a Broome County judge dismissed all criminal charges against Leor Kweller, whose 2022 arrest in connection with an alleged sexual assault shook the Binghamton community. Now, Kweller and his legal team have filed a Notice of Claim, a document that is a prerequisite to initiating civil claims against...
Wanted Groton man arrested on numerous charges after police chase
DRYDEN, N.Y. (WETM) — A wanted Groton man is facing multiple drug, weapon, theft, and escape-related charges after a police chase that started in Dryden. According to the Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office, sheriff’s deputies and Dryden Police Officers saw Joshua F. Conklin, 35, leaving the Dryden Hotel in a black Ford Mustang at 8:34 a.m. […]
100 Years Ago: July 15, 2024
100 Years Ago is brought to you by Broome Recycles. 100 years ago today, the Broome County Clerk’s Office reports that over 200 aliens are ready to take their oaths to become citizens of the United States. At this rate, it is expected that all records will be passed this year in the number of new citizens admitted.
Gas Price Checker: July 15, 2024
Here is the average price of gas for the Binghamton area for Monday, July 15, 2024 according to AAA. Fox 40's Gas Price Checker is brought to you by Americu Credit Union, and airs every Sunday at 10, and every Monday at 6 and 10.
Cortland Fire Department receives federal funding
CORTLAND, NY (CortacaToday) – The City of Cortland and its firefighters will benefit from Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding. The Cortland Fire Department (CFD) has been awarded about $48,000 for new protective gear and training through DHS FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFG). Binghamton, Elmira, and Whitney Point join Cortland as Southern Tier winners. Nearly $1.5 million is headed to 16 departments across the state, including the City of Auburn and Moravia in Cayuga County.
Big Lots Faces Survival Challenges: Are Binghamton and Vestal at Risk?
Recent news has indicated that Big Lots, the Columbus, Ohio-based retail chain, is facing significant challenges and will be closing several store locations. The company's survival is now in question as they plan to close more stores than they will open in 2024, according to a regulatory filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This development raises concerns for local communities, including Broome County where one of these stores is located.
Cortland mayor to appoint new DPW supervisor, finance director
CORTLAND, NY (CortacaToday) — Several appointments in Cortland are being made. Mayor Scott Steve will announce this evening the appointments of a new DPW leader and part-time city judge. A new finance director is also being named at tonight’s Common Council meeting, and the mayor will choose a replacement...
Obituary of Joseph F. Pistell
Joseph (Joe, Fuzzy) Frederick Pistell 91, of Cortland, NY, passed away on July 10 at home surrounded by his children. Joe was born in Syracuse, NY to Joseph and Federicka Piscitell on May 17, 1933. He graduated from Christian Brothers Academy High School and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Syracuse University. Upon graduation, he served a short time in the Army and then in the National Guard for eight years. Joe worked as a chemical engineer and sales manager for R.H. Miller, Pennwalt Corporation for over 30 years where he developed three products that were patented.
Plans for Binghamton Event Venue and Photo Studio Approved
A fire-damaged Binghamton building that's been unused for several years could spring back to life as an event space. A Broome County husband and wife are planning to establish a new business at the location of the former Crescent Cleaners at 40 Clinton Street in the city's First Ward. Francisco...
Dryden, Freeville town courts to merge by end of 2024
DRYDEN, NY (CortacaToday) — Two Tompkins County courts are becoming one. The Dryden and Freeville town courts will merge by the end of the year. Dryden Town Supervisor Jason Leifer says the decision was made after a judge decided to retire. Leifer tells us the change won’t happen right...
SUNY Morrisville EOP peer mentors prep for Summer Academy
MORRISVILLE — Communication and collaboration were key for 15 Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) peer mentors taking part in team-building exercises in preparation for this year’s EOP Summer Academy at SUNY Morrisville. More than 100 students are expected to participate in the academy, a four-week intensive summer program designed...
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