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Teen Charged In Binghamton Shooting Investigation

Bob Joseph — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:09:04 +0000

A 17-year-old Binghamton boy has been arrested in connection with a shooting incident on the city's West Side.

Authorities say Erick Gonzalez has been charged with first-degree reckless endangerment, a felony

Death Toll in Oklahoma Lowered to 24; Search for Survivors Continues

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:50:52 +0000

Officials in Oklahoma have lowered the number of deaths suffered to 24 in the massive tornado that swept through the town of Moore Monday night. Originally, the figure had been as high as 51, probably a result of double-counting.

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Horrific Oklahoma Tornado Captured in Several Raw Videos

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:21:38 +0000

The country continues to pray for and help the people devastated by the massive tornado that touched down in Oklahoma on Monday, killing dozens.

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Aftermath of Oklahoma Tornado in Photos

Stephanie McMaster — Tue, 21 May 2013 02:53:54 +0000

A massive tornado touched down just south of Oklahoma City on Monday, killing dozens.

At least seven of those killed were students at Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore. The twister, which measured 2 miles at one point, has been given a preliminary classification of an EF-4 tornado (winds of 166 to 200 mph), according to weather officials.

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How You Can Help Victims of the Tornado in Oklahoma

Chris Kissel — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:38:51 +0000

A huge tornado touched down just outside of Oklahoma City earlier today, causing widespread destruction and leaving behind a yet-untold number of casualties.

To see how you can help those affected, see the list below

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Massive Tornado Destroys Area Near Oklahoma City; At Least 51 Killed [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:17:01 +0000

An enormous tornado with a debris cloud two miles wide tore through the metropolitan area just south of Oklahoma City on Monday afternoon.

UPDATE 9:28 p.m. EST: At least 51 people were killed in the storm, including seven children from Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore, according to KFOR in Oklahoma City. The news station reported that 75 student and staff were inside the school when the storm struck. Officials said Monday night that the search of the rubble remaining of the school had turned to a recovery mission.

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Owego Prepares For Memorial Day Observances

Bob Joseph — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:47:35 +0000

Several events are planned in conjunction with Memorial Day in Tioga County.

The Owego Memorial Day parade will be held in the village next Monday. It's scheduled to start at 10:30 a.m. at the police station on Temple Street

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Endicott Motel Resident Accused Of Stealing Cash

Bob Joseph — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:22:29 +0000

Endicott police say a man who has been living at a Washington Avenue motel is suspected of taking several hundred dollars from the business manager's apartment.

Investigators say 52-year-old Joseph Lazzaro was charged with second-degree burglary, a felony

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Annual Veterans Walk Scheduled For Sunday

Roger Neel — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:07:27 +0000

The 7th Annual Veterans Walk is planned for this Sunday at the Joseph P. Mangan Hillcrest American Legion Post #1194, 363 West Service Road, Binghamton. The event begins at 1 PM.

Proceeds from the walk and other festivities that day will benefit Binghamton/Southern Tier Veterans and their families in need

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Ramsaran Charged With Murder In Wife's Death

Bob Joseph — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:59:50 +0000

A Chenango County man has been charged with murder in connection with the death of his wife.

Authorities say 38-year-old Ganesh Ramsaran of New Berlin was arrested Friday.

The arrest came more than five months after the man reported his wife, 36-year-old Jennifer Ramsaran, missing

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