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Binghamton Democrats secure six City Council seats following manual recount; seventh left tied requiring special election
Following the Broome County Board of Election’s Tuesday recount of two neck-and-neck Binghamton City Council races, Democrats have officially secured six council seats, with the seventh left tied. Races for the City...
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Q Center, MRC host Trans Day of Remembrance vigil
The Q Center hosted a vigil last Monday to remember and honor the lives of transgender individuals lost to acts of transphobic violence. The vigil, which was held in the Multicultural Resource...
Community
Hochul signs Clean Slate Act
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed the Clean Slate Act last Thursday, sealing eligible felony and misdemeanor conviction records following an extended period after release. According to its supporters, the legislation aims...
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'Tis the season: A finals and move-out survival guide
As the fall semester comes racing to a close, many students grapple with the challenges of final exams and the winter break move-out process. Binghamton University provides various resources and opportunities to...
Community
Boscov's signs 10-year lease extension, receives $10 million from city, county and state for renovations
Elected leaders and Boscov’s Chairman and CEO Jim Boscov came together to announce a 10-year lease extension and $10 million in upgrades for the historic Court Street Boscov’s. At the press conference,...
Community
Too Close To Call: Two City Council races head to manual recount
With all outstanding ballots counted, two Binghamton City Council races are going to a manual recount. In the sixth district, incumbent Republican Councilman Philip Strawn and Rebecca Rathmell, a Democrat are separated...
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The Coalition for Student Mental Health writes 'open letter' to University community
A collective of student leaders have collaborated on an “Open Letter to Binghamton University,” advocating for stronger mental health support on campus. The letter was signed by The Coalition for Student Mental...
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GSEU drops Living Wage Petition at rally outside Couper Administration Building
Continuing their Living Wage Campaign, Binghamton University’s Graduate Student Employees Union (GSEU) rallied in front of the Couper Administration Building Friday, delivering a petition advocating for the elimination of fees that graduate...
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Broome County Legislature unanimously approves 2024 budget
Earlier this month, the Broome County Legislature unanimously approved the 2024 County budget, which includes tax cuts and increased investments in public safety and infrastructure. According to a press release from County...
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PwC Scholars host 'Freshman Fundraiser Casino Night'
The PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Scholars hosted a “Freshman Fundraiser Casino Night” Thursday to raise money for Rise, an organization offering comprehensive domestic violence resources and services. An honors program for business students who...