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Bob Joseph
Outpouring of Support for Silo Restaurant Owner Following Fire
Longtime customers, neighbors and friends are reacting with sadness after the iconic Silo Restaurant in Chenango County was destroyed by a fast-moving blaze.
Rod Serling Statue Planned for Binghamton’s Recreation Park
Fans of Rod Serling, the creator of The Twilight Zone, want to construct a six-foot-tall statue honoring the television producer and playwright in the Binghamton park he loved.
Former Congressman Sherwood Boehlert Dies at 84
Sherwood Boehlert, who served in the House of Representatives for nearly a quarter-century, has died. He was 84.
Report that Cuomo Left His Dog Behind Sparks Concern
Many dog lovers were enraged when they learned of a news account that Governor Andrew Cuomo's dog was left at the Executive Mansion after the governor moved out.
Governor Cuomo Announces Resignation Amid Scandals
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced he is resigning following the release of a report concluding he had sexually harassed several women.
Former Norwich Police Chief Sworn In as State Assemblyman
Joseph Angelino has been sworn in to represent the 122nd District in the New York State Assembly.
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office Rolls Out a Smartphone App
Residents of Chenango County now have a new way to connect with the sheriff's office.
Some Absentee, Affidavit Ballots to be Recounted in NY-22 Race
A partial recount has been ordered of some ballots cast in New York's 22nd Congressional District contest between incumbent Democrat Anthony Brindisi and Republican challenger Claudia Tenney.
UPDATE: Binghamton Amber Alert Canceled, Girls Located
Police have issued an Amber Alert after two eight-year-old girls reportedly were abducted on Binghamton's West Side.
Johnson City Woman Accused of Killing Chenango County Man
Police have charged a Broome County woman with murder in connection with the shooting of a man in the village of Sherburne.