Broome Fund Balance Grows in Leaps and Bounds
Broome County Executive Jason Garnar says the County’s finances are healthier with the fund balance now grown to 25 times its size in 2017.
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Owego Apalachin Considers Budget Vote Re-Do
The Owego Apalachin School District Board of Education is taking into consideration the next steps following the May 21 defeat of the proposed school budget.
Lt. Gov. Gives Budget Talk in Broome
New York Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul is in Broome County April 17 to present her boss’ budget plan to the Southern Tier.
Some Property Owners May Not Get STAR Checks
The newly adopted New York State budget includes some changes to a popular property tax rebate program which may mean some homeowners won't get a check anymore.
New York Has New Budget & Plastic Bag Ban
New York State lawmakers announce agreement on a $175.5 billion spending proposal that includes a ban on single-use plastic bags.
Back Seat Buckle Up
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is looking to require all occupants of vehicles wear safety restraints, including adults in the rear seats.
Community Groups to Hold State Budget Forum in Binghamton
A public discussion in Binghamton on state spending priorities and campaign financing is being sponsored by several organizations.
Blame Swapped Over New York Projected Deficit
Governor Andrew Cuomo says that the federal law capping a deduction for state and local income taxes is mainly to blame for a projected $2.3 billion deficit.
Southern Tier Leaders Look Over Governor's Budget Plans
Local leaders both in and outside of Albany are taking a close look at Governor Andrew Cuomo’s newly proposed $178 billion budget.
Counties Want New York to Budget for Early Voting
Counties in New York say they want to make sure the state doesn’t leave them stuck with the bill for early voting.