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Bob Joseph
New Taco Bell Restaurant Planned for Front Street Property
The Binghamton area may soon have another Taco Bell restaurant. It would be the fourth location for the national chain in Broome County.
Binghamton Wants Proposals for Site Across from City Hall
City of Binghamton officials want to find a more productive use for a prime piece of downtown real estate.
Construction Continues on Long-Delayed Vestal Swimming Pool
Vestal residents should be able to cool off this summer in a new public swimming pool.
Endicott Targets Problem Property Near Village School
The village of Endicott is preparing to take legal action to deal with trouble at a home across the street from a school.
Johnson City Square Deal Arch Project Paused Pending New Tests
Work has been halted on a long-awaited project to repair and stabilize the iconic Square Deal Arch on Main Street in Johnson City.
West Endicott Eyesore: Red Carpet Inn Finally Being Torn Down
Demolition crews have started the process of removing an abandoned motel in West Endicott.
Downtown Binghamton: Future of City-Owned Site Up in the Air
A prime piece of property in the heart of downtown Binghamton has been idle for nearly two decades and there are no redevelopment plans for the site.
Fixing the Avenue: Endicott Drivers, Businesses Cope with Project
Motorists and business operators are making adjustments as Endicott's Washington Avenue reconstruction project moves forward.
7 Brew Planning to Stir Up New Coffee Competition on Front Street
Another Broome County location is being planned for 7 Brew, a national chain of drive-thru coffee shops.
Man Accused of Stomping on Head of Johnson City Walmart Shopper
Authorities say a man suspected of a vicious attack on a shopper inside the Johnson City Walmart store also tried to choke a village police officer.