Health

Wegman's supermarket is voluntarily recalling some dog treats as multiple companies are calling back products due to tests finding trace amounts of antibiotics in the products.

The recalled products are: Waggin' Train Treats for Dogs Big Blast 1

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Broome County health officials aren't worried about the supply of flu vaccine at the moment.

Although demand for flu shots is high because of widespread influenza activity, supervising public health educator Diane O'Hora says the amount of vaccine locally appears to be adequate

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Emergency services officials in Chenango County say some fire hydrants in Bainbridge are out of commission and village officials say some residents will have no water until further notice.

The village Monday asked residents to conserve water due to what was believed to be a malfunctioning pump in the municipal well that was blamed for a massive leak

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Widespread flu activity continues in Broome County and across New York state.

Health officials are concerned about the significant number of influenza cases that have been confirmed in recent weeks

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Moderating temperatures in the region mean the melting of recently fallen snow. However, cold temperatures at night cause the runoff to quickly re-freeze.

Area emergency services officials say ramps and bridges as well as some intersections are particular trouble spots

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An education program for caregivers, called How Hospice can Support Caregivers will be presented January 16th from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Broome West Senior Center at 2801 Wayne Street, Endwell.

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Another public hearing on planned regulations for high-volume hydraulic fracturing is in the works.

Three members of the state Assembly have announced the session will be held in Albany on January 10

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Binghamton mayor Matthew Ryan's comments supporting the legalization of marijuana have received attention both within and outside New York state.

During the mayor's appearance Tuesday on WNBF Radio's Binghamton Now program, Ryan elaborated on his position.

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The executive director of the New York State Petroleum Council is expressing optimism that regulations for high-volume hydraulic fracturing for natural gas development will be finalized in the year ahead

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Widespread influenza activity is reported across New York State.

The latest weekly report from the Centers for Disease Control shows New York is one of four states where widespread flu cases are occurring

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