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Family Enrichment Network Highlights Summer Programs on Southern Tier Close Up

Kathy Whyte — Wed, 15 May 2013 14:51:39 +0000

The Family Enrichment Network doesn't go on vacation for the summer.

Speaking on the weekly local public affairs program, Southern Tier Close Up May 18th, Food Service Coordinator, Angela Gates and Childcare Referral Specialist, Norma Bergmann highlighted nutrition and children's summer programs in the region

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Binghamton's Penguins Go B-Sens Calder Cup Fans

Kathy Whyte — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 09:24:28 +0000

The Binghamton Zoo at Ross Park is getting in on the AHL playoff action, supporting the Binghamton Senator’s bid for the Calder Cup. The Binghamton Zoo is set to rename their penguins for the duration of the series. The (now) ‘Senguins’ are a unique set of African penguins residing in Binghamton who support the local hockey [...]

Binghamton University Honor Students Build Jungle Gym for Tots

Kathy Whyte — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:30:30 +0000

Binghamton University Pricewaterhouse Coopers scholars have taken on installing a jungle gym for toddlers at the Walnut Street, Binghamton Park.

$20,000 was raised by the honor students to purchase the equipment and additional items like paint and flowers to spruce up the West Side park

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Johnson City Police Dog Gets Bullet Resistant Vest

Kathy Whyte — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 14:50:28 +0000

A Johnson City police dog will be better protected at work thanks to a nationwide campaign through GROUPON and the charity, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.

Johnson City Police K9, C.J. is getting a donated bullet resistant vest

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BC Humane Society Dog and Human Appear on Southern Tier Close Up

Kathy Whyte — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 14:01:57 +0000

The April 27 edition of WNBF's local public affairs program, Southern Tier Close Up literally goes to the dogs!

BC Humane Society spokesperson, Laura Melville and spokesdog, Gabby (shown here greeting Bob Joseph) took control of the show, making for a very lively and interesting program while somehow getting the word out about the work of the shelter

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Tri-Cities Opera's Season Winds Down

Kathy Whyte — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:38:17 +0000

The Tri-Cities Opera is wrapping up the 2012-2013 season with two operas for the price of one.

TCO director of marketing, Judy Berry, speaking on the local public affairs show, Southern Tier Close Up, says performances of Mascagni's Cavallerria Rusticana and Leoncavallo's Pagliacci will take place at the Forum Theater in Binghamton April 26 at 8:00 p.m. & 28 at 3:00 p

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Stop Animal Cruelty in Binghamton!

Kathy Whyte — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 07:35:04 +0000

From the BC Humane Society, 2 Jackson Street, Binghamton (607) 724-3709:

"Meet 'Clinton.' He came to us with his mother - who could not walk. Both back legs dragging, in severe pain - with no bladder or bowel control

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Adoptable Grehound Moves Into Johnson City

Kathy Whyte — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 15:39:44 +0000

We really can't say Sammi is a retired racing dog since she broke her right rear leg before she ever made it to the track. Her leg is all healed and she rarely favors it. Her right hind leg, though, looks bowed

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BC Humane Society Meowy Monday Adoptable Cat

Kathy Whyte — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 09:31:21 +0000

Meowy Monday’s featured kitty looking for a loving home is a handsome boy named Bentley. Bentley came to The BC Humane Society in Binghamton very shy but has blossomed into a wonderful cat. He is loving, friendly, and gets along with other cats

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The Story Garden in Binghamton is Ready to Blossom

Kathy Whyte — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 15:28:20 +0000

Volunteers at The Story Garden, located next to the Discovery Center of the Southern Tier in Binghamton are getting down and dirty this week, starting to dig in the garden in preparation for the Spring growing season

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