Bob Joseph

I anchor "First News" and "Binghamton Now" weekday mornings on WNBF. I've been reporting news in the Twin Tiers for more than four decades. For breaking news and updates on developing stories, follow @BinghamtonNow on Twitter. Contact me by email at bob@wnbf.com

The Big Reveal: Rod Serling Statue at Binghamton’s Rec Park

Binghamton parks and recreation department employees were joined by some Rod Serling fans in making final preparations for the dedication of a statue of "The Twilight Zone" creator.

Smash-and-Grab Thief Strikes at Vestal Rail Trail

A Vestal Rail Trail user is alerting others to a car break-in that occurred while she was on the popular walking path.

Vestal Orders Halt to Work at University Inn Hotel

A "Stop Work Order" was issued to the owners of the University Inn on the Vestal Parkway.

Efforts Continue to Prevent Demolition of Court Street House

Some people are still fighting a plan to tear down a house on Court Street in downtown Binghamton to make way for a parking lot.

40 Years Later: Watch President Reagan’s Tour of IBM Endicott

It has been four decades since President Ronald Reagan visited Endicott for a reelection campaign rally and a tour of the "Birthplace of IBM."

Kirkwood Residents Fight Planned Solar Project at Dairy Farm

Some people who live near the site of a proposed solar farm are urging town of Kirkwood officials not to approve the project.

New Names Planned for Former JC Printing Plant and Gannett Drive

Some rebranding is in the works for a decommissioned newspaper printing facility and the Johnson City street where it's located.

Endwell Fire: Town Hall Evacuated Due to Cell Phone Blaze

Smoke from a burning cell phone prompted the evacuation of the town of Union office building in a bizarre incident.

Endicott Man Charged in Fatal Hit-and-Run Near Otsiningo Park

A Binghamton man died after he was struck by a vehicle near the entrance to Otsiningo Park in the town of Dickinson.

Last Call: The North Brewery in Endicott to Close Soon

A craft brewing operation that was a fixture on Endicott's Washington Avenue for more than a decade is closing.