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Bob Joseph
Reopening: Start of Phase 3 Authorized in Southern Tier
Indoor dining at Southern Tier restaurants and some additional activities will be permitted now that the third phase of reopening has been approved by the state.
Mask-Seeking Residents Jam Broome County Distribution Sites
People needing protective masks caused a traffic jam at the Oakdale Mall in Johnson City.
NYS Senator Seward and Wife Test Positive for Coronavirus
New York state Senator James Seward has announced that he and his wife have tested positive for COVID-19.
Cuomo Shuts Down New York: Essential Workers Only
Governor Andrew Cuomo says all non-essential employees in New York state should stay home as he expands efforts to control the spread of coronavirus.
Woman Hurt in Crash Near Endicott Arch
A driver was injured as the result of a collision involving a sport utility vehicle and a truck on East Main Street in Endicott.
Another Shooting Incident in Downtown Binghamton
Binghamton police again are investigating a case involving gunshots fired on a downtown street.
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.