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Local officials remove unhoused encampment along Susquehanna River

The Binghamton Public Works Department joined local police in clearing an unhoused encampment by the Susquehanna River after a reported fire. Following the incident on Nov. 20, police allowed inhabitants of these...


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Hacienda Mexican Restaurant faces uncertain future

Speculation that a dispensary could replace the popular Hacienda Mexican Restaurant has sparked concern from community members and local political figures. In October, New York’s Office of Cannabis Management issued a marijuana...


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Chroma Cafe and Bakery reopens in Binghamton

The Chroma Cafe & Bakery has been a city of Binghamton staple for over a decade and will continue to provide an assortment of food and drinks after its Nov. 15 reopening....


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BU Community Schools secures $4.5 million grant for student mental health services

In a monumental step toward prioritizing student well-being, Binghamton University Community Schools secured a $4.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to expand mental health services in Chenango County. This...


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New York Power Authority fields public comment on green energy plan

The New York Power Authority recently held a hearing at the Holiday Inn in Downtown Binghamton for its drafted Renewables Strategic Plan. Set forth by the inclusion of elements of the Build...


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In New York Times op-ed, New York lieutenant governor criticizes Democrats' 'neoliberal era'

In a guest opinion published by The New York Times on Thursday, Antonio Delgado, New York’s lieutenant governor, panned the “neoliberal order” and offered a path forward for Democrats reeling after Donald...


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BU student attends COP29 global climate summit

Binghamton University’s Kaschak Institute is representing SUNY on the global stage as world leaders gather in Azerbaijan for COP29. The Conference of the Parties is an annual global summit where nations meet...


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District Attorney's office announces $25,000 grant supporting program for local middle school students

Broome County District Attorney Paul Battisti’s office announced a $25,000 grant to support the Astor D. Rice Foundation’s Family and Community Engagement program on Oct. 30. The grant, provided by Visions Federal...


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Former Colonial defendants file civil lawsuits related to 2021 sexual assault allegations

Former owners of The Stone Fox, The Colonial and Dos Rios Cantina have filed federal lawsuits against the city of Binghamton and Broome County, among other named defendants, for wrongful arrest and...


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Local Democrats notch several Election Day victories

On an otherwise bleak Election Day for the national party, local Democrats saw several electoral victories in Broome County. State Sen. Lea Webb ‘04, who defeated former Binghamton Mayor Rich David by...


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Binghamton woman makes 'Jeopardy!' appearance

Heather Ryan, a health program director from the town of Binghamton, appeared on the popular television show Jeopardy! last Monday. Ryan competed against Ian Taylor, a food sales representative from Cleveland, Ohio...