I anchor "First News" and "Binghamton Now" weekday mornings on WNBF. I've been reporting news in the Twin Tiers for more than four decades. For breaking news and updates on developing stories, follow @BinghamtonNow on Twitter. Contact me by email at bob@wnbf.com
Bob Joseph
IBM Closing Endicott Groundwater Treatment Facility
Construction crews are installing new piping in Endicott as IBM prepares to shut down one of its groundwater treatment facilities in the village.
Station 45 American Chop House Opens for Holiday Parties
A new restaurant has started operating in the historic Lackawanna Train Station in downtown Binghamton.
Construction Starts on Long-Awaited Owego Community Center
Work has gotten underway on a Tioga County project that's been under discussion for several years.
Binghamton Residents Concerned About Drive-Thru Cannabis Shop
Some people who live near a proposed Binghamton cannabis store are raising questions about the planned business that would feature a pick-up window.
Sneak Preview: Inside the Soon-to-Open Owego Donut & Beer Co.
Construction is in its final stages at a Tioga County business that will attract those who enjoy donuts or beer... or both.
$10M in Renovations Planned for Boscov’s Binghamton Store
A $10 million improvement project is planned at Boscov's department store in downtown Binghamton as part of a deal to keep the retailer in the city for another decade.
“Stadium 138″ Sports Bar to Open in Downtown Binghamton
Construction of a beer garden in a long-vacant space in Binghamton is nearing completion.
Details of Planned Binghamton Gated Community Being Developed
A Broome County developer is continuing to work on plans for a proposed gated community.
Binghamton Emergency Response Prompted by State Police Dive Team
An apparent case of miscommunication prompted Binghamton police and fire units to race to check out a report of a person in need of help in the Susquehanna River.
Broome Starbucks Workers Ignore “Red Cup Rebellion”
It appeared to be business as usual at Starbucks stores in Broome County despite a move by a union to encourage workers to walk off the job.