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Residents can now text to get information from the Susquehanna River Region 211 information service.

A measure to activate the 211 informational phone service for dealing with emergencies in New York State has final state legislative approval.

Legislation is introduced legislation to recognize New York State’s 211 helpline as a part of the state’s disaster emergency plan.

Binghamton Mayor Jared Kraham is encouraging resident to take advantage of rent relief that is still available.

$120,000 is going to the YWCA in Binghamton to help find temporary housing for homeless households.

United Way’s 211 Susquehanna River Region helpline is getting a $750,000 increase in funding this year.

The local one-stop call for assistance information in the region is now accepting texts.

As the social distancing and quarantine restrictions drag on past the one-month mark, officials urge people not to ignore their emotional and mental well-being.

Broome County Executive Jason Garnar asks residents to keep a log, updated every 14 days, recording where they have been and who they have had contact with.

The Broome County Office for Aging is taking registration for seniors and caregivers to learn more about preventing scams and financial exploitation.