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
State Troopers Rescue Golden Retriever From Culvert in Conklin
A couple of New York State troopers managed to pull a dog out of a culvert pipe in the town of Conklin.
Binghamton Clothing Shop for Those In Need Opens at New Site
A Broome County group that has operated a store providing affordable clothing for more than a half century is back in business at a new location.
Primary Elections: New Yorkers Choosing Candidates for Governor
Broome County residents enrolled in political parties will be voting for candidates for governor, lieutenant governor and other offices in Tuesday's primary elections.
Binghamton Parks Department Workers Take Out Tall Downtown Trees
City parks and recreation department crews have removed trees that for years had provided shade in an area adjacent to Court Street in downtown Binghamton.
McIntosh Labs Binghamton Factory Plans to Add Dozens of Workers
The McIntosh Laboratory plant on Binghamton's South Side has been hiring new employees in recent months and the workforce is expected to grow more.
Police Investigate Death of Owego-Area Woman
Authorities in Tioga County have launched an investigation into the death of a woman who lived near Owego.
Busy Binghamton Bridge Closed After Man Threatens to Jump
A bridge over the Susquehanna River in Binghamton was shut down for almost two hours while police negotiated with a man who was spotted sitting on a railing.
Endicott Man Gets Prison in Connection with Binghamton Shooting
Another person is heading to state prison following an investigation into a shooting incident outside a Binghamton business.
Aliza Spencer Killing: Police Administer Polygraph Exam to Man
Two months after a 12-year-old Binghamton girl was fatally shot, it has been learned that detectives have given a lie detector test to one neighborhood resident.
SUV Pulled from River Near Binghamton’s Rockbottom Dam
A man apparently escaped injury after driving a sport utility vehicle in the Susquehanna River on Binghamton's South Side.
Name of Endicott Man Who Died After Being Hit By Car Released
Authorities say a pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle while crossing a street on Endicott's North Side has died as a result of his injuries.
Binghamton University to Buy Another JC Building and Demolish It
The land acquisition by Binghamton University in the village of Johnson City continues with another property about to be taken off the tax rolls.
First New Binghamton-Area Roundabout in a Decade Opens to Traffic
Another roundabout has become operational in Broome County as part of a $16 million road improvement project.
How to Enjoy the Best “Dam” View of the City of Binghamton
A short hike just outside Binghamton can lead people to a spot where they can enjoy a spectacular sight of the Parlor City.