(Binghamton, NY-) Broome County Executive Barbara J. Fiala joined Governor David Paterson and other state leaders at an afternoon news conference in Albany calling on the State Senate to convene and end the gridlock that has ensued over the past three weeks. Today the Senate was called into session after a court order was issued. They met briefly and adjourned without conducting any significant legislative action.
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(Binghamton, NY) Today, Broome County Executive Barbara J. Fiala was joined by Legislator Jason Garnar and members of the Traffic Safety Board for a news conference to sign into law the texting ban passed by the Broome County Legislature. The texting ban prohibits the use of wireless handsets to compose, read, or send text messages while operating a motor vehicle.
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(BINGHAMTON, NY) During the summer months, the Broome County Highway Department is improving several roadways and bridges. Beginning on Monday, June, 29, 2009 crews will be working on the drainage structures on Taft Avenue just north of Daren Drive in Endicott. This construction will last approximately two weeks. The road will remain open for two way traffic through the construction zone; however, during daytime hours, alternating lane closures will occur. Traffic flow will be controlled by flag persons during these hours.
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(BINGHAMTON, NY) Time is running out to sign-up for short-term training programs leading to employment. Individuals pursuing new careers can find help by visiting the Broome Tioga Workforce New York office located at 171 Front Street in Binghamton, or by calling 607-778-2136.
Workforce staff is currently assigning individuals for classes to be held during July and August of this year. Those classes include training in carpentry, masonry, welding, machine operation and auto mechanics.
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(BINGHAMTON, NY) The Fourth of July holiday will mark another in a series of STOP-DWI Crackdowns that are being conducted across New York State. The New York State Police, Broome County Sheriff’s and municipal police across Broome County will deploy special DWI enforcement efforts throughout our community to detect impaired drivers and ensure our roadways will be safe for all Broome County residents. The STOP-DWI Crackdown efforts serve to raise awareness about the dangers of driving while under the influence.
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(BINGHAMTON, NY) The 3rd Annual Binghamton Summer Film Series will begin this year on July 9th at NYSEG Stadium with Steven Spielberg’s “Raiders of the Lost Ark”. Today, Broome County Executive Barbara J. Fiala was joined by Binghamton City Schools Superintendent Dr. Peggy Wozniak, Scotty Brown of the Binghamton Mets and Lawrence Kassan, Director of the Rod Serling Video Festival to announce this year’s movie schedule at NYSEG Stadium in downtown Binghamton.
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Binghamton, NY – Southern Tier Celebrates, in partnership with the Broome County Office of Economic Development and title sponsor BAE Systems, present the annual Pops! concert featuring the Binghamton Philharmonic, conducted by Steven Reineke. Pops! In the Arena will be held in the air-conditioned Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena. The concert is presented FREE of charge. Refreshments will be available for sale. Parking is free at the Collier Street parking ramp in downtown Binghamton.
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The 135th Annual Broome County Fair will begin on Tuesday, July 28, and simmer with excitement through Sunday, August 2, at the Whitney Point Fairgrounds, where the Gillette Shows will once again electrify the Midway with awesome amusement rides and games as they celebrate their 27th year at the Fair. Summer Vacation, hot apple pie, lemonade, and a great country fair—now, that's the recipe for a taste of America—right here in Broome County! Beat the gas pump by celebrating your family's summer close to home with the Broome County Fair, featuring the Gillette Family Show. Parking at the fair is free.
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