I anchor "First News" and "Binghamton Now" weekday mornings on WNBF. I've been reporting news in the Twin Tiers for more than four decades. For breaking news and updates on developing stories, follow @BinghamtonNow on Twitter. Contact me by email at bob@wnbf.com
Bob Joseph
Vestal Parkway Speedway Store Closed for Big Tank Replacement Job
One of Broome County's busiest convenience stores is being shut down for several weeks during a construction project.
Broome Wind Farm Connected to Grid as Turbines Are Commissioned
The first wind farm in the Binghamton area is close to going into commercial operation as the project's link to the grid has been energized.
56 Apartments Planned for Binghamton’s Centre Plaza Office Tower
A residential redevelopment project is in the works for an eight-story commercial office building in downtown Binghamton.
Chipotle, Panera Prepare to Open Restaurants at Oakdale Commons
Two national chain restaurants are about to start operations next to each other in Johnson City.
Man Run Over by Bulldozer at Binghamton Road Project Recuperating
A construction worker is continuing to recover from the injuries he sustained when a bulldozer back over him at a street reconstruction project in Binghamton.
Finally! They’re Playing Tennis and Pickleball at Recreation Park
A new tennis complex at Binghamton's Recreation Park is now in use - nearly three years after work started on the project.
Police: Chenango Forks Contractor Took $24,000, Didn’t Do Work
A Broome County man faces three felony counts for allegedly taking thousands of dollars for contracting jobs that were never completed.
Dunkin’ Shop Planned at Former Town of Union McDonald’s Site
A property in the town of Union that once was home to the Golden Arches will soon be busy again when a Dunkin' restaurant opens at the site.
Downtown Binghamton “Beer Garden” Rising at Site of “Y2K Fire”
A former Binghamton mayor's development project is taking shape where an iconic tavern had stood before it was destroyed by fire more than two decades ago.
$40 Million Housing Project to Receive Binghamton and State Funds
A Long Island developer has lined up city and state money to help cover some of the costs of a proposed 102-unit Binghamton apartment complex.