Broome County

Founded: 1806
Population: 190,488
County Executive: Jason Garnar (D)
Colleges/Universities: Binghamton University, SUNY Broome
Sports Teams: Binghamton Rumble Ponies, Binghamton Black Bears, Broome County Stallions
Major Roadways: Interstate 81, Interstate 88. Route 17, Vestal Parkway

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Source: Evacuation of Broome Park Followed Text Report of an Armed Person

Cornell University Student Sings Her Way to American Idol

A Cornell University student and former intern with the Broome County Public Defender's Office has earned a spot on the American Idol singing competition.

Traci Taylor

Searching for Answers After Endicott Man Found Dead in S.C.

It’s a curious and unsolved case – a Broome County man was found dead in South Carolina a month ago and authorities are no closer to knowing what happened.

Traci Taylor

Broome County Receives $750,000 to Fund Childcare

The Leadership Alliance, the Urban League and the United Way of Broome County announced $750,000 in congressional funding for childcare access in the county.

James Kelly

Ross Park Zoo in Binghamton Welcomes Adorable New Additions

Binghamton's Ross Park Zoo is excited to announce the birth of a litter of absolutely adorable kittens to sand cats, Kaya and Amal.

Traci Taylor

Speed Reductions Implemented in Southern Tier Due to Winter Storm

NYS DOT is asking people to avoid travel as heavy snow is still expected Tuesday into Wednesday and several places have implemented speed reductions.

Traci Taylor

Adam Weitsman Makes Impactful Donation to Broome County School

A Broome County school on the brink of closure has received a significant donation from Adam Weitsman which will help them continue to stay open.

Traci Taylor

Mayor Kraham: Winter Storm Update for City of Binghamton

As the Southern Tier braces for what could be a substantial amount of mid-March snowfall, the mayor of Binghamton is reminding residents of a few things.

Traci Taylor

Southern Tier Braces for a Multiday Winter Storm

The Southern Tier is bracing for a multiday winter storm which could cut power to thousands by the time the storm is over.

Traci Taylor

Man Charged with DWI After Accident with Broome County Officer

A Cortland, New York man was charged with DWI and other violations after getting into an accident with a Broome County Sheriff's Office patrol car.

James Kelly

The Reason for Binghamton City’s Mandatory Blue Trash Bags

Whether you're new to the City of Binghamton or just curious why residents can only put out their garbage in blue city-approved bags, the answer is simple.

Traci Taylor