Joseph Brugellis
News Editor
jbrugel1@binghamton.edu
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Trump administration to restore some naturalization ceremonies after cancellations across Upstate New York
Some New Yorkers hoping to become U.S. citizens were left with uncertainty as the Trump administration cancelled naturalization ceremonies statewide. While some across the state are set to proceed, naturalization ceremonies in...
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Amid criticism, University announces new steps promoting campus food safety
As students continue voicing concerns about campus food safety, Binghamton University recently announced it has “implemented a series of comprehensive steps” to meet health and safety requirements in dining halls. As part...
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18-year-old high school senior detained by ICE in Broome County Jail
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detained an 18-year-old high school senior from Long Island, who is currently being held at the Broome County Jail. Gendri Yovani Ortiz Paredes, a student at Roosevelt...
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Hillel hosts dialogue with Israeli and Palestinian peace activists
Last Thursday, Hillel at Binghamton University hosted Khaled Abu Awwad, a Palestinian peace activist, and Orthodox Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger for a dialogue on life in the West Bank and the complex dynamics...
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Funeral for accepted student Omer Neutra held in Israel last Friday
Omer Neutra, an accepted Binghamton University student who deferred his admission to serve in the Israeli military, was buried in Israel last Friday. Mourners gathered at Kiryat Shaul’s Military Cemetery in Tel...
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BSU holds march and discussion to celebrate Black Solidarity Day
The Black Student Union held a discussion and protest on Monday in observance of Black Solidarity Day, inviting students to reflect on Black identity, history and culture. The theme of this year’s...
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Mayor Kraham wins reelection amid national Democrat victories
As Democratic candidates declared victory in key races across the country, incumbent Republican Mayor Jared Kraham narrowly won a second term in office in the City of Binghamton. Local Republicans also kept...
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Residents voice concern over increased funding for the Broome County Sheriff's Office
Last Thursday, the Broome County Legislature hosted a public hearing to discuss next year’s proposed budget, where several residents got up to publicly oppose increased funding for the Broome County Jail. If...
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Q Center hosts Queer Youth Conference featuring former 'Drag Race' competitor
The Q Center invited more than 70 local middle and high school students to Binghamton University for an all-day event last Tuesday aimed at helping LGBTQ+ youth and allies find community. Mrs....
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Local activist group explores opening a University chapter
A local progressive activist group is exploring the possibility of opening a student chapter at Binghamton University. Indivisible Binghamton is one of over 2,000 chapters across the United States working to “elect...