NY Governor Proposes Hate Crimes Domestic Terrorism Act
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has proposed the first domestic terrorism law in the nation to include mass violence motivated by hate.
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Clean Sweep Program Completes First 100 Projects
A program in its infancy in Broome County is boasting a huge success completing over 100 clean-up projects while helping people find work.
Windmill Project in Sanford Hits Temporary Doldrum
The Sanford Town Board has voted to put a “stay” on the plans for 23 wind turbines in the town.
Binghamton Conducts Flood Wall Inspections
The City of Binghamton is inspecting the walls and the pipes that run within them over the next two weeks at a cost of $48,850
Union Expands Parks Tobacco Ban
The Town of Union has expanded their tobacco free parks law, effective immediately, prohibiting use of all tobacco products, including electronic devices.
NYSEG Rate Hike Hearing in Binghamton
A public hearing is being held August 15 to talk about NYSEG’s request for and gas and electric rate increase next April.
New York Courts Start Getting Child Sex Abuse Civil Suits
Courts in New York State are starting to see filings as the extension of the statute of limitations in child sex abuse cases went into effect at midnight.
Trump Touts Plastics and Gas in Pennsylvania
President Donald Trump heads to Western Pennsylvania to boost the state’s natural gas industry with a trip to a petrochemicals complex under construction.
Binghamton Residents: Don't Put Plastic Bags in Recycle Bins
Binghamton residents are being reminded not to throw plastic shopping bags in the recycle bin.
Prize Possible for Using Local DMV Drop Box
The Broome County Clerk and the Greater Binghamton Chamber of Commerce are trying to boost use of the DMV Drop Boxes for renewals.