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Hurricane Beryl’s Remnants Expected To Bear Down on Upstate New York
As Hurricane Beryl makes its way across the United States, the remnants of the storm are expected to reach Upstate New York on Wednesday, potentially delivering heavy and flooding rains. National Weather Service Alerts and Potential Impacts. The National Weather Service is already issuing alerts about possible flash flooding, especially...
Travel Advisory: Road Closure on Route 17 Eastbound in Broome and Tioga Counties
The New York State Department of Transportation has issued a travel advisory for motorists who plan to travel State Route 17 eastbound from the Town of Owego in Tioga County to the Village of Endicott in Broome County. A temporary overnight closure on Route 17 eastbound is scheduled to take...
What Do the Red Squares on Buildings in New York Mean?
Recently, my parents and I went out to dinner altogether. As we were driving to the restaurant, we passed an abandoned restaurant. Mom took a look at the building as we were going by, and asked, "Do you guys know what the red square on a vacant building means?" Neither my dad or I knew. I would've sworn Dad would've known since he does real estate appraising, but he wasn't sure.
Southern Tier New York News Recap In Case You Missed It
Every week, we recap some essential local news we reported on 1290 AM/92.1 FM WNBF, our Townsquare Media Binghamton sister radio stations on-air, our websites, and social media platforms. Catch up on local and regional news items in a short recap we reported on for the week of July 1,...
Heat Advisory in Effect for Otsego County, New York
The National Weather Service has issued the following advisory:. ...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM EDT TUESDAY... *WHAT...Heat index values up to 100 in New York and 103 in Pennsylvania expected. *WHERE...Portions of central New York and northeast Pennsylvania, especially in the valleys. * WHEN...From noon to...
Full Line-Up of Performers at the New York State Fair 2024
The New York State Fair has been continuously ranked in the Top 5 Best US State Fairs. This historic fair dates back to 1841 and is also known as the Great New York State Fair. Food lovers make sure to stop by the Taste NY Food Truck Competition, where 40 different trucks will compete for the most "New York" items. This has become the largest annual event in the entire state as well as the oldest state fair in the country.
New York Emergency Rooms in Need of Lifesaving Donations, Offering Reward
The American Red Cross recently made a public call for "critical" and "lifesaving" donations needed by emergency rooms across New York State. At the beginning of June, the New York Blood Center declared a critical blood emergency for New York State. With more people on the go during the summer...
Broome County Resident Sentenced to State Prison for Arson and Harassment
Broome County District Attorney F. Paul Battisti recently announced the sentencing of Edward Monk, a 48-year-old resident of Binghamton. Monk was sentenced on July 2, 2024, in Broome County Court to an indeterminate term in state prison for a minimum of 3.5 years and a maximum of 7 years for Attempted Arson in the Third Degree and Aggravated Harassment of an Employee by Inmate.
Otsego County, New York Lake Re-Opens After Service Project
Schenevus Lake, located in the rural Otsego County town of Schenevus, New York, is a picturesque body of water renowned for its serene environment and natural beauty. This tranquil retreat is a favorite among locals and visitors, offering a peaceful escape amid lush greenery, rolling hills, and abundant wildlife, making it a great destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers.
The Story Behind Binghamton, New York’s Peoples Theatre Building
Nestled in the heart of Downtown Binghamton, the People's Theatre building boasts a remarkable history of entertaining generations of theater-goers and sadly, many people don't know the story behind this once-popular landmark. As a vaudeville and movie venue, the People’s Theater, located on Water Street, was a place where viewers...
10 Amazing Graves You Can Visit in the Buffalo, N.Y. Area
It is becoming most common for many people to want to seek out the graves of famous Americans. They are doing it from coast to coast, there are many online sites and pages dedicated to celebrity graves, history lovers are seeking out historical data found in cemeteries, and many books a have been written by authors about these final resting places. Even this author has written a book, titled 100 Graves of Upstate New York (Syracuse University).
Future of Endicott Salvation Army Thrift Store Uncertain
People who shop at the Salvation Army Thrift Store in Endicott are wondering whether that location will remain open. In recent years, the Salvation Army has closed stores in New York and several other states. The organization recently announced plans to shut down a shop in Binghamton that's been in operation for decades.
Free Pool Access At Some New York State Parks
Indeed it is summer, but did you expect it to be this hot? Swimming in a pool, lake, river, creek, etc. never felt so good right now. We have plenty of places to enjoy water activities throughout the Southern Tier of New York and Northeastern Pennsylvania. Maybe you have your own private pool. Lucky you!
People from These 5 Cities Really Want to Move to Binghamton Apparently
If you are a native of the Binghamton area, you may have a different opinion of this slice of the Southern Tier of New York, like taking for granted all that is available to residents, for example. For an out-of-towner like me, when I moved to Binghamton, it was like...
Broome County’s Healthy Homes Program: Creating Safer Living Environments For Residents
Broome County is on a mission to help residents live healthier and safer lives through its "Healthy Homes" initiative. This program is all about making sure that our homes are free from environmental hazards that could affect our well-being. What Does the Program Offer?. The Healthy Neighborhoods Program (HNP) is...
Almost 40k New York Couples Call Off Their Wedding This Year
I am one proud dad as my daughter, Tara is getting married to Ayden next year. They have begun the process of sending out invitations, finding a venue and everything that goes with the getting married process. It is not cheap getting married and I'm thrilled that I can help...
Upgraded Rest Stop Opens on New York State Thruway
The New York State Thruway Authority is celebrating this week as one of the most traveled roads in New York become a little more "convenient" for Hudson Valley drivers. If you've ever found yourself driving on the New York State Thruway you know that every 50 miles or so there are service areas that drivers can use to fuel up, stretch their legs, use the restroom, and or get something to eat. The New York State Thruway Authority (NYSTA) currently has 27 service areas along the 500+ miles of controlled-access toll roads.
New York’s Retirement Homes Feeling the Squeeze
As we get older, some of us think about retiring and retirement homes. Will we be able to find a place to stay during our golden years? It turns out that we are not the only ones that have it on their mind. New York is rubbing shoulders with the top states that are facing a space crunch in their retirement homes.
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