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  • MYBROOME NOW – Saturday, August 1, 2026

    MYBROOME NOW – Saturday, August 1, 2026

    MYBROOME NOW

    Saturday, August 1, 2026

    By MyBroome™ News Team and NewsXR Broome County Newswire: newswire.mybroome.com | Regional: newswire.newsxr.org

    WORLD NOW by NewsXR

    Diplomatic Envoys Review Security Response Following Port Infrastructure Attacks

    Maritime security agencies and naval forces in the Middle East remained on elevated alert Saturday following a drone strike on commercial vessels anchored near the port of Damietta, Egypt, and reports of naval mine activity along key shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz. International diplomats meeting in Washington continue discussions on a proposed maritime safety framework submitted by regional mediators to maintain energy transit corridors and avert wider commercial shipping disruptions.

    In Eastern Europe, emergency utility crews across Ukraine worked through Friday night to restore power and municipal water service following heavy missile and drone strikes targeting central infrastructure, including residential areas in Kyiv. European Union leaders confirmed plans to expedite emergency energy grid equipment shipments to aid regional repair efforts ahead of late-summer demand.

    Global Headlines

    • France Wildfire Containment: Firefighting crews in the Gironde region near Bordeaux made progress containing perimeter lines overnight, supported by cooler coastal winds, though national emergency declarations remain in effect across affected prefectures.

    • Japan Earthquake Recovery: Emergency response operations in Kyushu transition toward long-term infrastructure restoration following this week’s 7.1 magnitude earthquake, with regional transit authorities resuming partial rail service across central Kumamoto.

    • South Asia Relief Operations: Military disaster relief teams in Assam, India, continue distributing emergency food rations and clean water supplies to flood-impacted communities as regional river levels slowly begin to recede.

    LOCAL NEWS NOW

    Mayor Kraham Highlights Summer Traffic Patrols and Infrastructure Milestones

    The City of Binghamton has expanded targeted traffic enforcement patrols across high-density residential corridors and downtown thoroughfares to address summer speeding complaints and pedestrian safety. The announcement follows the recent municipal completion of structural and aesthetic upgrades to the Brandywine Avenue Railroad Bridge, part of the city’s broader summer infrastructure improvement schedule.

    Broome County Health Department & Transit Partner on Back-to-School Immunization Transport

    The Broome County Health Department, in collaboration with Broome County Transit, announced a joint initiative providing free public bus transportation for families traveling to and from scheduled back-to-school vaccination appointments throughout August. County health officials emphasize that early immunization access reduces late-summer clinic delays for area school districts.

    Broome & Tioga Public Library Construction Schedules Update

    The Broome County Public Library in downtown Binghamton is finalizing operational adjustments for a brief temporary closure required to accommodate scheduled interior facility upgrades. Meanwhile, regional libraries across Broome and Tioga counties are hosting summer reading milestones and youth educational workshops through the weekend.

    PUBLIC SAFETY NOW

    Public Safety & Emergency Incidents

    • Town of Dickinson Collision: New York State Police and local emergency medical units responded to a two-vehicle collision along Interstate 81 South near Exit 5 in Dickinson. Highway lanes were restricted for approximately one hour while towing operators cleared damaged vehicles. One driver was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

    • Route 17 Construction Zone Crash: State Police and Broome Sheriff deputies completed a field investigation into a late-afternoon collision within an active construction zone on Route 17 West near Exit 67 in Endicott, resulting in temporary single-lane traffic restrictions.

    • Lupo’s Char Pit Shooting Inquiry: State Police investigators continue processing recovered evidence and shell casings following a mid-day shooting incident near East Main Street in Endwell, requesting any business surveillance footage from surrounding plazas.

    Police Blotter — Local Arrests

    1. Town of Chenango (Aggravated DWI & Child Endangerment): Morgan P. Brower, 36, of Chenango Forks, NY, was arrested following a Sheriff’s Office traffic stop on Route 12. Brower was charged with two counts of Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated (Leandra’s Law) and two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child after deputies observed open containers and minor passengers in the vehicle.

    2. Town of Kirkwood (Felony Narcotics Possession): Rayner A. Casilla, 30, of Perth Amboy, NJ, was arrested during a targeted traffic stop on I-81 in Kirkwood. Casilla faces three felony counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Sell after deputies seized quantity amounts of suspected illegal narcotics during a vehicle search.

    3. Town of Lisle (Search Warrant – Weapons & Methamphetamine): Kyle S. Dixon, 38, of Lisle, NY, was arrested by the Broome County SIU Task Force following the execution of a judicial search warrant on Watts Road. Dixon was charged with Second-Degree Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance (felony) and Third-Degree Criminal Possession of a Weapon for possessing 84.4 grams of methamphetamine and a high-capacity rifle magazine.

    4. Village of Endicott (Active Bench Warrant): Brandon M. Cole, 29, of Endicott, NY, was taken into custody by Broome County Sheriff’s deputies on Washington Avenue on an outstanding bench warrant issued by Endicott Village Court for failure to appear on previous misdemeanor charges.

    5. Town of Union (DWI Enforcement): Roger V. Guanuchi Castillo, 23, of Endicott, NY, was arrested by state police during a traffic stop on Main Street in Endicott and charged with Driving While Intoxicated and operating a vehicle without a valid license.

    6. Village of Johnson City (Retail Larceny): Ashley L. Miller, 34, of Binghamton, NY, was issued an appearance ticket for Petit Larceny following a Johnson City Police Department response to a commercial retail shoplifting complaint along Reynolds Road.

    Court Actions & Legal Updates

    1. Federal Fentanyl Indictment: Robert Scott, 60, of Binghamton, NY, was formally arraigned in U.S. District Court following a federal grand jury indictment charging him with possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and crack cocaine. Scott faces up to 40 years in federal prison if convicted.

    2. City Court Attempted Murder Stabbing Arraignment: Dominic L. Rought, 23, of Binghamton, NY, remains held without bail at the Broome County Correctional Facility following his arraignment in Binghamton City Court on charges of Attempted Murder in the Second Degree tied to a four-time stabbing incident on Doubleday Street.

    3. Jail Salmonella Class-Action Discovery Filing: Legal counsel representing current and former inmates in the civil lawsuit regarding the May salmonella outbreak at the Broome County Correctional Facility filed updated evidentiary disclosures in New York State Supreme Court as discovery proceedings advance.

    All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

    WEATHER NOW from NewsXR

    High Pressure Brings Ideal Midsummer Conditions to Open August

    High-pressure air dominates the Southern Tier today, providing comfortable humidity levels, bright sunshine, and seasonable August temperatures across Broome County. Highs will hover in the low 80s before cool overnight conditions set in.

    • Today (Saturday, August 1): Mostly sunny, warm, and comfortable, high 83°F / low 63°F, 10% rain chance.

    • Sunday (August 2): Bright sunshine and pleasant midsummer warmth, high 84°F / low 64°F, 10% rain chance.

    • Monday (August 3): Mostly sunny with a light afternoon breeze, high 82°F / low 62°F, 15% rain chance.

    • Tuesday (August 4): Partly cloudy with a spotty afternoon shower possible, high 81°F / low 61°F, 30% rain chance.

    Weather 100 Years Ago Today (August 1, 1926)

    On August 1, 1926, Binghamton station logs recorded a warm, clear midsummer day with a high of 84°F and an evening low of 56°F. Local farm reports noted clear weather across the Triple Cities, aiding late-season haying and dairy transport operations.

    SPORTS NOW from NewsXR

    Rumble Ponies Continue Weekend Series at Mirabito Stadium

    The Binghamton Rumble Ponies host the Portland Sea Dogs tonight at Mirabito Stadium in downtown Binghamton, with first pitch scheduled for 6:05 PM. Promos for Saturday night include giveaway events for early-arriving fans as the Mets’ Double-A affiliate continues its homestand.

    En-Joie Golf Club Prepares for PGA Tour Champions DICK’S Open

    Course maintenance staff and tournament logistics teams at En-Joie Golf Club in Endicott are completing final course setups, spectator grandstand construction, and media compound wiring ahead of official practice rounds for the upcoming DICK’S Open.

    Section IV Pre-Season Conditioning Continues

    Section IV high school athletic departments are completing student-athlete clearance procedures and voluntary conditioning schedules as teams prepare for the mandatory start of fall practices on August 17.

    EVENTS NOW

    151st Broome County Fair Enters Weekend Highlights in Whitney Point

    Day 5 of the 151st Broome County Fair underway today at the Whitney Point Fairgrounds. Saturday’s program includes 4-H livestock showcases, demolition derby events, midway rides, agricultural competitions, and regional food vendors. Fairgrounds open at 9:00 AM.

    Weekend Community Calendar

    • Free Parking Saturdays in Downtown Binghamton: Municipal parking garages and designated downtown street meters offer free parking today to support local weekend dining and shopping.

    • Otsiningo Park Walking Tour & Youth Activities: Morning community fitness walks and family recreation sessions held along the Otsiningo Park trail system in Binghamton starting at 10:00 AM.

    • Now Playing in Regional Theaters: The Odyssey, Moana, Minions & Monsters, Toy Story 5, Hadestown: The Musical, Young Washington, and Motor City showing at Regal Binghamton and AMC Vestal Town Square 9.

    COMMUNITY NOW

    Broome County Land Bank Unveils Southside Housing Rehabilitation Milestone

    The Broome County Land Bank Corporation, led by Executive Director Robert O’Donnell, Land Bank Board Chairman Aaron Martin, and Broome County Executive Jason Garnar, officially completed its latest full single-family residential rehabilitation project at 27 Columbia Avenue on Binghamton’s Southside. Funded through a $2 million City of Binghamton American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant alongside county and New York State Homes and Community Renewal partnerships, the project marks the seventh completed move-in-ready home under the Affordable Homes Program. The ongoing municipal initiative aims to convert 10 to 12 blighted, tax-foreclosed properties across local neighborhoods into safe, affordable homeownership opportunities for low- and moderate-income local families.

    Strand Commons Transforms Downtown Endicott’s Washington Avenue Corridor

    Downtown Endicott’s newly dedicated $1.1 million Strand Commons public art park and gathering space on Washington Avenue is hosting community gatherings, outdoor art displays, and local entrepreneurship visits. Developed through a partnership between the Village of Endicott, the Broome County Department of Planning and Economic Development, and LaBella Associates, the park transforms a former municipal parking lot into a year-round civic hub. Funded by the Greater Binghamton Fund ($805,000) and state Downtown Revitalization Initiative dollars ($333,000), the park pays homage to the historic 1,000-seat Strand Theater that once stood at 123 Washington Avenue. Central features include a performance pavilion, interactive seating, and a centerpiece six-foot illuminated steel sphere sculpture rendering Endicott’s iconic Square Deal Arch.

    Binghamton University Ross Fund Directs Civic Grants to Regional Non-Profits

    The Stephen David Ross University and Community Projects Fund at Binghamton University is advancing local civic projects across Broome County through dedicated partnership grants. Active local projects supported by the fund include:

    • VINES & Johnson City Food Access: Volunteers Improving Neighborhood Environments (VINES) partnered with BU’s Public Service Learning Community to build a new community garden in Johnson City, expanding access to fresh produce on previously vacant lots.

    • Youth Mentorship & Family Support: CARES Advocates for Families Inc. and the College of Community and Public Affairs are delivering structured mentorship and skill-building programs designed to boost student engagement and school attendance.

    • Rural Mental Health Training: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County and the CCPA Social Work Department are implementing community-wide Mental Health First Aid training across rural towns to expand early intervention resources.

    📜 MYBROOME™ THEN — 100 YEARS AGO TODAY IN BROOME COUNTY

    Saturday, August 1, 1926

    Triple Cities Kick Off August 1926 with Industrial Growth and Civic Planning

    On August 1, 1926, residents across Binghamton, Johnson City, and Endicott welcomed the start of August under sunny skies and midsummer heat. Local media archives from The Binghamton Press detailed key community activities and civic developments from a century ago today:

    • Court House Square Pedestrian Flow: City planners evaluated new stone walkway placements and upgraded electric streetlamp fixtures around Court House Square in Binghamton to accommodate heavy weekend evening foot traffic between local shops and theaters.

    • Endicott-Johnson Production Runs: Factories across Endicott and Johnson City operated on full production schedules while employee committee organizers distributed tickets and transportation passes for the upcoming annual Endicott-Johnson family field days at Victory Park.

    • Susquehanna River Excursions: Boating clubs along Riverside Drive and Conklin Avenue reported heavy Saturday evening rowboat rental activity as residents gathered along the Susquehanna River to cool off after work shifts.

    • 1926 Midsummer Weather: Weather observations in Binghamton logged a sunny high of 84°F and a low of 56°F, capping an exceptionally dry week that favored regional construction and agricultural work.

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  • MYBROOME NOW – Wednesday, July 29, 2026

    MYBROOME NOW – Wednesday, July 29, 2026

    MYBROOME NOW Wednesday, July 29, 2026

    From the MyBroome News Team

    WORLD NOW by NewsXR

    U.S. and Saudi Strike Iran-Backed Forces in Iraq as White House Hosts High-Stakes Diplomacy U.S. Central Command and Saudi Arabian armed forces carried out joint precision airstrikes across eastern Iraq targeting Iran-aligned militant positions. The strikes came in direct response to over 30 drone attacks directed by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) against U.S. military positions and regional energy infrastructure over the preceding 72 hours.

    The military action coincides with escalating naval friction in the Strait of Hormuz, where the IRGC Navy reported intercepting three oil tankers over alleged transit violations. Simultaneously, Tehran announced that vessels accepting compensation from frozen Iranian assets would be barred from navigating the strategic waterway.

    Against the backdrop of regional escalation, President Donald Trump hosted back-to-back White House meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Zelenskyy offered Ukraine’s operational expertise in countering Iranian- and Russian-manufactured drones in exchange for expanded U.S. Patriot air defense system deployments. Following Capitol Hill briefings, the U.S. Senate advanced a bipartisan sanctions package against Moscow by an 86-to-12 margin.

    Global Headlines

    • West Bank Tensions: UN Secretary-General António Guterres issued a sharp condemnation following Israeli settler attacks, including arson at two mosques in the West Bank. Humanitarian relief organizations have been forced to shift to remote services due to escalating movement restrictions.

    • Seismic Activity in Japan: A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck southwestern Japan, triggering localized coastal warnings and leaving several casualties and structural damage across affected prefectures.

    • European Wildfire Emergency: Fast-moving wildfires fueled by extreme heat forced over 330,000 residents and tourists to evacuate regions surrounding Bordeaux, France, and areas west of Madrid, Spain. Spain declared a national emergency as EU member states deployed firefighting aircraft.

    • Monsoon Flooding in South Asia: Heavy monsoon flooding in Assam, India, has impacted over 1.14 million residents and claimed 68 lives, prompting emergency military deployment for disaster relief.

    LOCAL NEWS NOW

    City Council Battles Over Surveillance Cameras while River Encampment Clearings Continue The Binghamton City Council hosts a crucial formal public comment session tonight regarding proposed legislation to cancel the city’s contract for automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras with Flock Safety. Supporters argue the camera network provides essential intelligence to assist police in solving violent crimes and vehicle thefts, while privacy advocates and community organizers raise persistent concerns regarding data retention, third-party sharing, and civil liberties.

    The legislative clash comes as Binghamton Public Works crews, supported by police details and county outreach workers, executed clearings of unhoused encampments along the Susquehanna River near Conklin Avenue and the Washington Street Bridge. Workers loaded trucks with debris, tents, and abandoned personal property following public safety complaints regarding riverfront conditions.

    Standoff Over State Immigration Mandate Moves Toward Federal Courts The constitutional showdown between Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar and Albany leadership continues to build toward the state’s August 25 deadline. Under the newly enacted Local Cops, Local Crimes Act, Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James are requiring local law enforcement agencies to sever 287(g) agreements with federal immigration authorities.

    Sheriff Akshar’s firm refusal to yield local correctional authority or release dangerous offenders has positioned Broome County at the center of a statewide legal debate over the Tenth Amendment, anti-commandeering principles, and federal supremacy under the U.S. Constitution.

    State Social Media Algorithm Rules Take Effect New York State has officially implemented new enforcement rules under the SAFE for Kids Act. The legislation places strict regulatory limits on addictive algorithmic feeds and late-night notification features targeted at minors on social media platforms operating within the state.

    Emergency Federal Relief Opening for Local Fruit Growers Following Governor Hochul’s USDA Secretarial Disaster Designation covering 32 New York counties, Southern Tier fruit growers affected by spring hard freezes and severe weather—which caused over $30 million in crop losses statewide—can now apply for low-interest emergency federal loans.

    PUBLIC SAFETY NOW

    North Side Fire Investigation Leads to Attempted Murder Charge A Binghamton man has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly setting fire to an occupied multi-family house at 16 Emmett Street on the city’s North Side. Neighbors spotted heavy smoke and flames pouring from the first floor of the two-story wooden structure early Monday. Responding firefighters rescued a dog from a second-floor window and multiple cats from the interior. Between eight and ten residents were displaced by the blaze.

    Tractor-Trailer Rollover Forces Hours-Long Closure of Interstate 81 A Pennsylvania truck driver was cited following a jackknife and rollover crash that shut down northbound lanes of Interstate 81 near mile marker 22.1 in the Town of Barker. The crash forced state police to detour heavy interstate traffic through the Village of Whitney Point, causing significant local gridlock before lanes were cleared.

    Endwell Shooting Probe Underway State Police continue investigating a mid-day shooting incident in front of Lupo’s Char Pit on East Main Street in Endwell. Investigators recovered shell casings in the roadway between North Street and Moore Avenue after witnesses reported hearing three to four gunshots fired near a retail plaza.

    Doubleday Street Stabbing Arraignment Dominic L. Rought, 23, of Binghamton, remains held without bail at the Broome County Correctional Facility following his arraignment in Binghamton City Court on charges of Attempted Murder in the Second Degree tied to a four-time stabbing on Doubleday Street.

    Lisle Search Warrant Yields Meth and High-Capacity Rifle Mag Kyle S. Dixon, 38, faces felony charges including Second-Degree Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and Third-Degree Criminal Possession of a Weapon after the Broome County SIU Task Force executed a search warrant on Watts Road in Lisle, seizing 84.4 grams of methamphetamine and a high-capacity rifle magazine.

    Felony Drug Traffic Stop in Kirkwood Rayner A. Casilla, 30, of Perth Amboy, New Jersey, was remanded following a Broome County Sheriff’s Office traffic stop on I-81 in Kirkwood that led to three felony counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Sell.

    Court Actions of Interest

    • Federal Drug Indictment: Robert Scott, 60, of Binghamton, was indicted by a federal grand jury for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and crack cocaine, facing up to 40 years in federal prison if convicted.

    • Child Exploitation Prosecution: Thomas Murray, 24, of Binghamton, faces a mandatory minimum of five years in federal prison following a federal indictment for distribution of child pornography.

    All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

    Editor’s Note: NewsXR generally releases only a first name and city or town for misdemeanor cases, violations and quality-of-life offenses. We reserve the right to weigh additional factors on a case-by-case basis, including public safety, repeat conduct, official charging level, community impact and the public’s right to know.

    WEATHER NOW from NewsXR

    Heavy Downpours and Active Severe Thunderstorms Target the Region The Southern Tier faces an unsettled, humid day with heavy rain and active thunderstorms likely throughout Wednesday. Flash flooding in low-lying spots and localized wind damage remain risks given saturated soil conditions from earlier storm tracks.

    • Today (Wednesday): Heavy rain and active thunderstorms, high 72°F / low 64°F, 90% chance of precipitation.

    • Thursday: Partly cloudy with a spotty afternoon shower, high 75°F / low 61°F, 50% rain chance.

    • Friday: Clearing skies and pleasant summer sunshine, high 81°F / low 62°F, 20% rain chance.

    • Saturday: Mostly sunny and warm, high 83°F / low 63°F.

    Weather 100 Years Ago Today On July 29, 1926, the Southern Tier enjoyed a warm, clear midsummer day. Official Binghamton station records logged a high of 84°F, a crisp morning low of 54°F, and 0.00 inches of rainfall, giving local farm crews clear conditions for late-July hay harvesting.

    SPORTS NOW from NewsXR

    Rumble Ponies Host Portland Sea Dogs at Mirabito Stadium The Binghamton Rumble Ponies continue their Eastern League homestand tonight against the Portland Sea Dogs at Mirabito Stadium, with first pitch set for 6:35 PM. Top New York Mets prospects continue drawing regional fans as the club pushes for position in the Northeast Division.

    DICK’S Open Preparations Accelerate Course crews and tournament officials at En-Joie Golf Club in Endicott are finalizing grandstand construction, volunteer scheduling, and spectator logistics as the PGA Tour Champions DICK’S Open approaches.

    PGCBL Playoff Race The Oneonta Outlaws enter a crucial final stretch of the Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League regular season tonight at historic Damaschke Field as East Division playoff seeding tightens.

    Section IV Football Summer Workouts High school football programs across Section IV—including perennial powers Tioga Central, Chenango Forks, and Maine-Endwell—are conducting voluntary summer passing academies and conditioning sessions ahead of mandatory fall practices beginning August 17.

    EVENTS NOW

    151st Broome County Fair Underway in Whitney Point Day 2 of the 151st Broome County Fair is active at the Whitney Point Fairgrounds. Today’s highlights include 4-H animal showcases (featuring the Cavy & Rabbit Show), midway rides, agricultural exhibits, demolition derby preparations, and regional food stands. Fairgrounds open at 9:00 AM.

    Happy Together Tour Hits Veterans Memorial Arena Tonight Visions Veterans Memorial Arena in downtown Binghamton hosts the Happy Together Tour tonight at 7:30 PM, featuring classic 1960s and 70s acts including The Association, The Troggs, Jason Scheff of Chicago, Gary Puckett, The Fortunes, Ron Dante, The Vogues, and The Cowsills.

    This Week’s Local Calendar

    • TCRC Track Meet #4: Tonight at Vestal High School’s Dick Hoover Stadium. Open registration starts at 5:30 PM ($5 non-member fee).

    • WSKG Silent Reading Party: Tonight at HomePLUS in Oakdale Commons, Johnson City, from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM.

    • Live Music at McGirk’s: Rick Hine performs live tonight at McGirk’s Irish Pub in Chenango Bridge at 7:00 PM.

    • Discovery Center Wonder Labs: Interactive youth science sessions held today at 10:45 AM and 1:30 PM at 60 Morgan Road, Binghamton.

    Now Playing in Regional Theaters Regal Binghamton, AMC Vestal Town Square 9, and the Tioga Theater in Owego feature weekend and weekday slates including The Odyssey, Moana, Minions & Monsters, Toy Story 5, Hadestown: The Musical, Young Washington, and Motor City.

    COMMUNITY NOW

    Broome County Land Bank Completes Southside Affordable Home Rehabilitation The Broome County Land Bank Corporation has officially announced the completion of its first fully renovated residential property of 2026, located at 27 Columbia Avenue on the Southside of Binghamton. Executive Director Robert O’Donnell was joined by Land Bank Board Chairman Aaron Martin, Broome County Executive Jason Garnar, and local officials to unveil the completed single-family home rehabilitation.

    Funded through a City of Binghamton American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant alongside Broome County government partnership, the project marks the seventh completed home under the Affordable Homes Program. The initiative targets blighted properties for full rehabilitation to provide safe, move-in-ready homeownership opportunities for income-qualified families. The Land Bank and the City of Binghamton plan to complete 10 to 12 single- and two-family home rehabilitations across local neighborhoods under the ongoing municipal funding partnership.

    MyBroome™ Then – 100 Years Ago Today in Broome County

    Court House Square Renovation Proposals Reports in The Binghamton Press detailed municipal discussions regarding upgraded pedestrian lighting and stone walkway repair around Court House Square in downtown Binghamton to accommodate growing summer foot traffic.

    Rail Freight Traffic Surges Through Binghamton Yards Erie Railroad dispatchers reported heavy freight movement through the Binghamton yards, with coal trains heading north and regional agricultural shipments bound for Atlantic ports.

    Summer Dairy Production Peaks across Southern Tier Regional agricultural cooperatives reported peak summer milk production across Broome and Chenango counties, with daily iced rail shipments dispatched to New York City markets.

    Endicott-Johnson Summer Outings Endicott-Johnson shoe factories operated on full summer production schedules while announcing employee family picnic dates at EJ Victory Park and George F. Johnson Park.

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