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Demolition begins on building from Mayor Jared Kraham's 'most wanted blight list'
Over a week after private owners failed to meet a deadline to begin demolition at 263 Washington St., the city of Binghamton began to take down the building on Thursday. After a...
Campus News
SA Congress passes 'Resolution to Bring Back Whimsy'
The Student Association Congress passed a resolution to “bring back whimsy” to Binghamton University’s campus. The resolution, titled “Resolution to Bring Back Whimsy,” was authored by Jennifer Majoy, an Off Campus College...
Community
Binghamton University students take active role in United Nations project on gender inequality
Binghamton University students were recently recognized for their contributions in the Women in Diplomacy project at the United Nations Women’s headquarters last fall. The Women In Diplomacy project was launched by the...
Community
Broome County seizes hundreds of pounds of drugs in 'Operation Clean Sweep'
Over 400 pounds of illegal drugs and 20 firearms have been seized countywide in the past year as a result of “Operation Clean Sweep.” At a press conference last week, Broome County...
Campus News
University President Anne D'Alleva reflects on first months in office at SA Congress meeting
Binghamton University President Anne D’Alleva attended Tuesday’s Student Association Congress meeting to discuss her first five months in office. In her speech, D’Alleva included details about her “Listening to Lead” tour, a...
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Influx in licensed dispensaries and smoke shops in Binghamton contribute to statewide upward trend
Over the past five years, the City of Binghamton has seen a major influx of licensed dispensaries and shops selling smoking paraphernalia. This follows a statewide trend since the legalization of marijuana...
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Campus researchers address student usage of 'study drugs' and potential consequences
The use of “study drugs” to promote focus while tackling papers and exams has become ubiquitous on college campuses. Adderall, a central nervous stimulant prescribed to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder or narcolepsy, is...
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Some young men turn to drug use amid 'looksmaxxing' trend
Over the past few years, social media feeds have been flooded with reels of young influencers — mostly men — focused on improving their appearance. Known as “looksmaxxing,” the range of techniques...
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Drug-related campus and community resources
College students across the country use a variety of drugs, with many facing criteria for a substance use disorder. Often, the use of substances is related to peer pressure, high expectations in...
Community
Nick Libous, Democratic candidate for the 123rd State Assembly seat, announces campaign suspension
In a press conference last week, Nick Libous announced the suspension of his campaign for the 123rd Assembly District. Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo MA ‘84 announced in early January that she would not...