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Bob Joseph
Big Jump Reported in Broome Fund Balance
The unassigned general fund balance for Broome County government rose significantly from the end of 2016 to the end of 2017.
Ithaca Man Charged with Kidnapping in Domestic Assault
State police have arrested a Tompkins County man following a domestic assault investigation.
NYSEG Rate Plan Delayed Operation of Broome Solar Farm
Broome County officials say a NYSEG rate proposal for electricity generated by the new Conklin solar farm would have turned the project into a money-losing proposition.
An Endwell Donut Mecca Has Returned
A small Endwell shop that developed a big following among fans of unique varieties of donuts has resumed operations.
Binghamton Fire May Have Started In Delivery Room
A massive fire that wrecked a downtown Binghamton furniture store may have started in a delivery area.
The blaze at Ellis Brothers at 162 Water Street was discovered shortly after seven o'clock this morning.
Assistant fire chief Mark Whalen says the business owner told fire department officials he received an alarm "a little after seven...
A Landmark Binghamton Business Burns
The Ellis Brothers furniture store on Water Street in downtown Binghamton was gutted by fire on Wednesday.
No injuries were reported in the blaze, which was discovered around 7:30 a.m.
Several nearby buildings were evacuated as a precaution...