Southern Tier Local News Recap For Week Of September 17th
Here are some of the local, regional, or state news items in a short recap that we reported on for the week of September 18th, 2023.
Radio
50 Years Ago: The Final Day of Binghamton’s WNBF-TV – Channel 12
WNBF-TV was the first television in Binghamton. Those well-known call letters vanished from local television screens a half-century ago.
Dana Potter, Long-Time Binghamton Broadcaster, Has Died
The veteran Binghamton radio personality Dana Potter has died. He was 67.
WNBF Radio Marking 95 Years of Service to Binghamton Region
News Radio 1290 WNBF is celebrating its 95th birthday as the region's first surviving broadcast station with an ongoing mission of informing and entertaining the Twin Tiers.
Disc Jockeys Have Their Own Day Too
It's National Disc Jockey Day!
How I Became Such a Big Van Halen Fan
It was shortly after the 1984 Tour wrapped up that David Lee Roth decided to leave the band to pursue a solo career. I thought my favorite band was done.
Roger Neel to Retire After More than Four Decades at WNBF
WNBF's Roger Neel is preparing to retire from full-time duties at the Binghamton radio station.
Hard Time Getting out of Bed in the Morning? You're Not Alone
Some people are having a hard time keeping their sleep schedules because they are stressed or worried about Covid-19. I was late this morning for another reason
Broome County Moves Forward With Emergency Communications Upgrades
Broome County is set to replace its emergency communications radio tower at Ely Park as it upgrades its aging public safety system.
Long-Time Binghamton Broadcaster John Carter Dies
John Carter - a man whose voice was familiar to thousands of Binghamton radio listeners - has died.