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Bob Joseph
Endicott Firm Faces Fines After Binghamton Construction Injury
A federal agency has proposed thousands of dollars in penalties against a Broome County construction company after a worker was critically hurt in Binghamton.
Washington Avenue Business Evicted After Wave of Police Calls
An Endicott store that officials said was involved in apparent criminal activity has been kicked out of the space it occupied on Washington Avenue.
FOR SALE: Johnson City’s Beloved Red’s Kettle Inn
An iconic family-run restaurant in Johnson City known for its unique "hot pies" has been listed for sale.
Endicott Lockdown Not Keeping People Out of Trashed Site
Efforts to secure an Endicott residence with a history of criminal activity haven't been working.
JC Wegmans Entrance Gets New Turn Lane to Ease Traffic Congestion
Construction crews are putting the finishing touches on a project designed to address some traffic issues that occur at the main entrance to the Wegmans store in Johnson City.
New Mexican Restaurant to Open in Binghamton Office Building
The operators of two downtown Binghamton businesses have announced plans to open a new restaurant in a building that once was home to a department store.
Two New Stores to Open at Parkway Plaza in Vestal
Remodeling work is underway to prepare a Vestal Parkway site for a couple of retailers entering the Binghamton market.
Historic Markers Coming to Spot Where Binghamton Triplets Played
More than a half-century after the Triplets played their final game in Johnson City, a pair of historic markers are to be erected at the site of their ballpark, Johnson Field.
Binghamton Men Prepare to Open a First Ward “Gastropub”
A vacant Binghamton building with a storied history is about to come alive again thanks to a couple of city residents.
IBM Endicott Demo Prep Expected to Be Completed by End of October
The complicated preparation work needed for the long-awaited demolition of several old IBM buildings in Endicott should be finished soon.