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Binghamton woman makes 'Jeopardy!' appearance

Heather Ryan, a health program director from the town of Binghamton, appeared on the popular television show Jeopardy! last Monday. Ryan competed against Ian Taylor, a food sales representative from Cleveland, Ohio...


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Vestal town clerk accused of harassment and improper conduct in dismissed lawsuit

Vestal Town Clerk Debra Wallace was accused of improper conduct and personal harassment in a now-dismissed lawsuit filed earlier this year. The lawsuit, filed by Mary O’Malley — a Vestal resident and...


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Hakeem Jeffries '92 returns to Binghamton for pre-Election Day rally

Rep. Hakeem Jeffries ‘92, the House minority leader, fired up the crowd at a local get-out-the-vote rally alongside state and local Democrats. The rally, held Friday at the American Legion Post 80,...


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Mayor Kraham proposes law targeting illicit cannabis sales

Mayor Jared Kraham’s proposed legislation targeting the illicit sale of cannabis products is projected to help regulate unsafe consumption in the city of Binghamton. On Oct. 22, Kraham proposed a new law...


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Group of alumni return to campus for quinquennial tradition

Over 30 years ago, seven friends were brought together at Binghamton University. A bottle of scotch began a tradition that allowed them to revisit their roots and build new memories. After a...


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Judge finds Hamail Waddell guilty of two misdemeanors

Binghamton City Court Judge William Pelella found Hamail Waddell guilty of both misdemeanor charges on Tuesday afternoon. A two-day trial was held about one month ago, where Paul Battisti, the district attorney,...


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Community organizers spearhead housing justice rally, encampment

To advocate for their unhoused neighbors affected by the housing crisis and demand action from local officials, community members held a rally outside the Broome County Department of Social Services office. The...


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Gov. Hochul, State Legislature expand Tuition Assistance Program

More than 40,000 newly eligible students have submitted applications for New York’s Tuition Assistance Program following eligibility expansion and increased funding. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced significant changes to TAP in April 2024,...


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Alumnus publishes book with tips for the classroom

Perry Binder ‘81, a professor at Georgia State University, recently authored his fourth book, helping professors and teachers brainstorm creative ways to engage students. The book, “Innovative College Teaching: Tips & Insights...


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After eight years of vacancy, referendum to change Human Rights Commission appointments will face voters

Aside from the multitude of candidates for elected office, Binghamton voters will see a referendum to change how members of the Binghamton Human Rights Commission are appointed on their ballot this November....