The Appellate Division of the State Supreme Court today rejected Broome County Sheriff Harder’s continued attempt to stop in-person visitation despite court rulings. The court decision, attached, dictates in-person visitation to begin again on September 29th. JUST members and many friends and family members of those incarcerated will be there, … [Read more...] about JUST wins; Sheriff Harder Loses
Update On Federal Case Involving Binghamton Plaza Owners
(BINGHAMTON, N.Y.) — Mayor Jared M. Kraham on Thursday released the following statement regarding the federal bankruptcy case involving owners of the Binghamton Plaza: “On Wednesday, a U.S. Bankruptcy Court Judge signed an order dismissing the Chapter 11 case involving the owners of the Binghamton Plaza. This order also dismisses the shield that may have … [Read more...] about Update On Federal Case Involving Binghamton Plaza Owners
Brock and His Secret Army of Investors: A Case Study, in Real Time, of How Binghamton Residents are Being Displaced and Harmed by the Mad Rush to Profit off Student Rentals
A homegrown equity investment firm, founded by a former Binghamton University wrestler, is quietly attracting silent investors and gobbling up apartment buildings and two-family residences, illegally displacing long-term seniors and working families, and converting these properties into cash-cow student rentals. Brock Cvijanovich, who also uses the name … [Read more...] about Brock and His Secret Army of Investors: A Case Study, in Real Time, of How Binghamton Residents are Being Displaced and Harmed by the Mad Rush to Profit off Student Rentals
“Walking Down the Street” October’s Exhibit at Cooperative
The COVID pandemic indirectly inspired Karen Kuff-Demicco's new exhibit “Walking Down the Street” at the Cooperative Gallery 213 October 7-29th, 2022. Karen asks the question, “Have you ever had times when you are walking down a street, driving a car, or just going about your business when random thoughts enter your mind? You see or hear something that … [Read more...] about “Walking Down the Street” October’s Exhibit at Cooperative
New Mural Opportunity
The Dept of Public Art has been working this year to paint mural panels for boarded up buildings in the Triple Cities. At the Bridge Pedal event, 5 artists painted a re-work of Kareema Scurry's "SuperHero" mural at Floral Ave Park in JC. (The original had deteriorated due to weather.) A building on Glenwood Ave. which had two murals got an upgrade with two … [Read more...] about New Mural Opportunity
Six Restore NY Applications Submitted from Broome County Governments: Here’s a List of the Vacant Properties Prioritized and Proposed Projects
As reported here in June, New York leaders supercharged its most successful blight elimination grant program, Restore NY, with a $250 million allocation in the state’s 2022-2023 budget. The Restore NY program is managed by Empire State Development (ESD), the state’s economic development agency. ESD announced this summer that the $250 million in Restore NY … [Read more...] about Six Restore NY Applications Submitted from Broome County Governments: Here’s a List of the Vacant Properties Prioritized and Proposed Projects
Big Bucks for Local Industry: Batteries & Build Back Better
Binghamton University-led battery initiative wins $113 million to bolster domestic battery manufacturing and supply chain, reinvigorate region BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – Binghamton University’s New Energy New York project has been awarded more than $113 million to establish a hub for battery technology … [Read more...] about Big Bucks for Local Industry: Batteries & Build Back Better
BU Art Museum: Michal Heiman: Chronically Linked
Michal Heiman: Chronically Linked September 8 - December 10 Opening Reception Thursday, September 8, 5:00pm - 7:00pm Main Gallery The Binghamton University Art Museum in Binghamton, NY announces the opening of Michal Heiman: Chronically Linked. It is on view September 8 through December 10, 2022 in the main gallery and … [Read more...] about BU Art Museum: Michal Heiman: Chronically Linked
Binghamton School Closings
Probably you have heard about the dilemma facing the Binghamton School Board. Given current enrollment and budgetary issues, they have decided that one elementary school has to be closed. Also Roosevelt School on the North side is in bad repair and needs to be closed or re-built which will take potentially several years during which Roosevelt students will … [Read more...] about Binghamton School Closings
LUMA September 9-10
LUMA 2022 FEATURES RECORD-BREAKING 4 ARTIST DEBUTS: UPDATE Despite continuing post-pandemic challenges, LUMA is determined to continue featuring bold, innovative works from both long-time festival partners and emerging artists. LUMA's core this year is comprised of 7 major features including 4 artists that have never appeared at the festival … [Read more...] about LUMA September 9-10
