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B-Mets Drop Series Finale In New Britain

WNBF News Staff — Thu, 23 May 2013 22:26:36 +0000

The Binghamton Mets wrapped up their road-trip with a day game in New Britain, Connecticut today and the Rock Cats earned the decision with a 1-0 victory. The teams had to wait through a 70-minute rain-delay before getting started

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Jack Sherman Toyota Holds Grand Re-Opening

Roger Neel — Thu, 23 May 2013 21:56:59 +0000

Jack Sherman Toyota, 393 Court Street in Binghamton is holding its official grand re-opening this week. Today, the owners and staff greeted customers and dignitaries and took part in a ribbon cutting ceremony at the dealership

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Vestal Woman Charged In Binghamton Larcenies

Bob Joseph — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:24:21 +0000

Binghamton police say a tip resulted in the arrest of a woman suspected of stealing wallets from supermarket shoppers.

Detectives say 49-year-old Elizabeth Dellapenta of Vestal faces three felony counts following an investigation into a pair of thefts on May 9

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Binghamton Street Improvements Detailed

Bob Joseph — Thu, 23 May 2013 18:42:11 +0000

Dozens of street and sewer construction projects are planned across the city of Binghamton over the next several months.

Mayor Matthew Ryan says street reconstruction, milling and paving, as well as sewer separation work will be done during the spring and summer

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Binghamton Students Explore Downtown

Bob Joseph — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:42:53 +0000

Fourth grade students in the Binghamton City School District are learning more about local history by hitting the streets.

The students participate in a historical walking adventure billed as "I Spy Downtown

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Broome Community College Graduation Ceremony

Bob Joseph — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:03:29 +0000

Nearly 1300 students are graduating from Broome Community College.

The spring graduation ceremony is to be held Thursday evening at the Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena in downtown Binghamton

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Binghamton Woman Accused Of Stabbing Girl

Bob Joseph — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:42:49 +0000

Police have charged a Binghamton woman in connection with the stabbing of a 17-year-old girl at a downtown party.

Investigators say 19-year-old Natacha Pica-Valdes was arrested Wednesday.

Authorities say Pica-Valdes is the suspect in the attack on a girl at an April 13 party at 100 Susquehanna Street

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Bainbridge Man Alleged Hydroponic Pot Farmer

Kathy Whyte — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:33:38 +0000

A Village of Bainbridge resident is being accused of operating a hydroponic growing operation for marijuana.

50 year old Michael Matthews is charged with unlawful growing of marijuana and unlawful possession of marijuana

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Tax Breaks For Businesses Tied to SUNY

Kathy Whyte — Thu, 23 May 2013 14:43:27 +0000

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is proposing the creation of tax free zones for start-up businesses that tie to State University of New York campuses outside of New York City. The proposal would provide full tax credits to the new businesses in the designated entrepreneurial zones

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Police: Canton Widow's Gun Used in Husband's Murder/Suicide

Kathy Whyte — Thu, 23 May 2013 12:30:31 +0000

Pennsylvania State Police say a Canton woman is facing a firearms violation charge in connection with a murder/suicide involving her late husband.

46 year old Kimberly Chisman allegedly bought a Taurus 9mm handgun for Curtis Chisman since he was not allowed to purchase a gun due to a prior criminal conviction

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