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Tornado Touched Down In NY For Only Second Time Ever In February: Here's Where Tornado Touched Down In NY For Only Second Time Ever In February: Here's Where
Tornado Touched Down In NY For Only Second Time Ever In February: Here's Where A tornado touched down in New York during a potent storm packed with damaging gusty winds accompanying a cold front last week, the National Weather Service has announced. A damage survey determined the timing to be around 5:20 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28 in Broome County about 10 miles north of Binghamton in the hamlet of Castle Creek. It had an estimated maximum wind speed of 100 miles per hour. The tornado tracked 0.61 miles, with a width of 150 yards. The twister was rated an EF-1 on the Enhanced Fujita scale, the second-weakest of the six levels. Related story - 72 MPH Wind…
Funeral Details Released For 5 NY Women Struck Dead On I-81 In PA (UPDATE) Funeral Details Released For 5 NY Women Struck Dead On I-81 In PA (UPDATE)
Funeral Details Released For 5 NY Women Struck Dead On I-81 In PA (Update) Funeral details and a statement from the family have been released after five women returning from Umrah in Mecca, Saudi Arabia were killed on Interstate 81 on Tuesday evening, Jan. 16. The women "were on their way back home from the Dulles airport," their family told Daily Voice. They were struck dead by a tractor-trailer at the 199.3-mile marker in Scott Township, approximately 12 miles north of Scranton, troopers detailed in a release. Four women were in a Honda Odyssey that lost control and hit the concrete lane divider around 5:15 p.m., authorities said. The crash left the Honda disabl…
New Update: NY Man Located After Being Missing For 2 Weeks New Update: NY Man Located After Being Missing For 2 Weeks
New Update: NY Man Located After Being Missing For 2 Weeks Update: A New York man who had been missing for two weeks has been found. New York State Police said Donald L. Eldred was last seen in the Chenango County village of Oxford, located about 30 miles north of Binghamton. Late Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 27, state police announced that Eldred has been located safely.  "Thank you for the help," police said. No further info was release. Original report: A statewide alert has been issued for a New York man believed to be driving in an SUV. New York State Police say Donald L. Eldred was last seen in the Chenango County village of Oxf…
New York Parolee Nabbed In Stolen Car In Area, Police Say New York Parolee Nabbed In Stolen Car In Area, Police Say
New York Parolee Nabbed In Stolen Car In Area, Police Say A New York man out on parole was busted for allegedly stealing a 2018 Chrysler 300 and "rifling" through other vehicles in the area.  Broome County resident Michael J. Mackawgy, age 24, of Binghamton, was arrested on Saturday, Jan. 22 around 11:15 p.m. by the Sullivan County Sheriff's Office after deputies responded to a report of a stolen vehicle. According to Undersheriff Eric Chaboty, responding deputies immediately put out a description of the wanted vehicle, and around 15 minutes later the car was spotted in the Village of Monticello. Mackawgy attempted to elude the deputy but wa…
Alberta Clipper System Expected To Bring Up To Half-Foot Of Snow To Parts Of Northeast Alberta Clipper System Expected To Bring Up To Half-Foot Of Snow To Parts Of Northeast
Alberta Clipper System Expected To Bring Up To Half-Foot Of Snow To Parts Of Northeast The first measurable snowfall is expected in several areas in the Northeast overnight, with up to a half-foot of accumulation expected in some spots from a new storm system. The time frame for snowfall is after nightfall on Sunday, Nov. 14 into Monday morning, Nov. 15. "While portions of the Northeast have already witnessed snowflakes flying this fall, a quick-hitting Alberta clipper system will likely bring the first round of snow that will actually stick to the ground," said AccuWeather Meteorologist Brandon Buckingham. Areas expected to see 3 to 6 inches of snowfall are shown in darker …
'It Has Begun': Video Captures First Snowflakes Of Season In New York 'It Has Begun': Video Captures First Snowflakes Of Season In New York
'It Has Begun': Video Captures First Snowflakes Of Season In New York Tis’ the season… New York State Police at a barracks upstate experienced the first snow of the season as the weather starts transitioning from fall toward winter. In the small town of Sidney in Delaware County, northeast of Binghamton, New York State Police from Troop C on Route 7 caught the first snowfall of the season on video as it began falling on squad cars. "It has begun," state police wrote in a social media post made around midday on Wednesday, Nov. 3. Earlier story - Some Parts Of Northeast Could See First Snowfall Of Season As Cold Air Arrives From Canada More winter weather is…
'It’s A Heart-Pounding Experience,' Says Woman After Claiming $5M NY Lottery Prize 'It’s A Heart-Pounding Experience,' Says Woman After Claiming $5M NY Lottery Prize
'It’s A Heart-Pounding Experience,' Says Woman After Claiming $5M NY Lottery Prize A woman has claimed a $5,000,000 New York Lottery top prize. Catherine Bunnell won the prize in the NY Lottery's $5,000,000 Mega Multiplier scratch-off game. “It’s a heart-pounding experience,” said the resident of the Chenango County town of Bainbridge, located about 30 miles north of Binghamton.  The NY Lottery said Bunnell purchased the winning ticket at Mirabito, located at 1232 Upper Front St. in Binghamton. She opted to receive the prize as a single lump-sum payment of $3,255,000 after required withholdings.
Troopers Issue Multi-State Alert For Missing NY Girl Troopers Issue Multi-State Alert For Missing NY Girl
Troopers Issue Multi-State Alert For Missing NY Girl A multi-state alert has been issued as law enforcement agencies attempt to locate a girl reported missing in New York. New York State Police investigators upstate are attempting to track down 15-year-old Adrianna J. Leidecker, who is reported as being missing or a runaway who was last seen on Hyde Street in Whitney Point, a village near Binghamton, in Broome County. Police said that Leidecker last left her home at approximately 1 a.m. on Sunday, May 16, and has been known to run away on several other occasions. In previous incidents, Leidecker has been located in the Dryden area in Tompkin…
NY State Police Issue Alert For Missing Girl Who Never Returned From School NY State Police Issue Alert For Missing Girl Who Never Returned From School
NY State Police Issue Alert For Missing Girl Who Never Returned From School New York State Police investigators are seeking the public’s assistance as they attempt to locate a missing upstate teenager who may have run away. Hannah Riley, age 16, was reported missing on Thursday, April 15 after she failed to return from school in the Town of Windsor in Broome County, police in Binghamton said. At the time she was last seen, investigators said that Riley was wearing sweatpants, a pink sweatshirt with the word “Fly" on it, teal crocs, and a pink backpack with the word “Champion” on it, however, police noted that she may have borrowed clothes from a friend and changed.…
State Of Emergency Issued For Four Hudson Valley Counties Following Storm, Cuomo Says State Of Emergency Issued For Four Hudson Valley Counties Following Storm, Cuomo Says
State Of Emergency Issued For Four Hudson Valley Counties Following Storm, Cuomo Says A State of Emergency was issued by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo for some counties in the Hudson Valley following Wednesday’s snowstorm. During a press briefing in Ulster County on Thursday, Dec. 17, Cuomo announced in Kingston that 18 counties across the state have been placed under a State of Emergency to “allow local government and the state government more flexibility.” Among the 18 counties were Dutchess, Orange, Sullivan, and Ulster, which all saw around a foot or more of snow, potentially with more on the way, Cuomo warned. “There are a lot of people working very hard today to clear t…
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Throughout Region How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Throughout Region
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Throughout Region The massive Nor'easter tracked farther north than expected, but it sure made its presence felt throughout the region. Especially in upstate New York, where the highest snowfall totals were recorded. Litchfield, New York, a town of about 1,500 people located in Herkimer County, about 60 miles east of Syracuse, was walloped with 40 inches of accumulation, with 20 inches falling in a five-hour span overnight. Binghamton, New York, meanwhile, saw 34 inches of snowfall. Much of the New York City metropolitan area was spared from double-digit totals, with about 7 inches of reported at Central P…
State Police Issue Alert For Wanted Area Man State Police Issue Alert For Wanted Area Man
State Police Issue Alert For Wanted Area Man State Police are looking for an area man who allegedly violated the conditions of his parole by possessing drugs.  State Police said that Ryle Keesler, 22, was arrested in October of 2018 in Sullivan County for third-degree possession of a controlled substance.  Reesler stands at 6 feet tall and has green eyes and brown hair.  According to police, he may be living with family members in the vicinity of Binghamton.  Those with information pertaining to Reesler's whereabouts are asked to contact state police by calling 845-292-6600 or via email at crimetip@troopers.ny.go…
Officer From Hudson Valley Killed By Friendly Fire In Struggle With Suspect, NYPD Says Officer From Hudson Valley Killed By Friendly Fire In Struggle With Suspect, NYPD Says
Officer From Hudson Valley Killed By Friendly Fire In Struggle With Suspect, Nypd Says In a stunning announcement, New York Police Commissioner James O’Neill said that NYPD Officer Brain Mulkeen, a Westchester resident and Orange County native, was killed by friendly fire. “This is a tragic case of friendly fire,” O’Neill said during a press conference Monday, Sept. 30. “It’s an absolute tragedy. O'Neill went on to say that as the suspect, Antonio Lavance Williams, who was also killed, reached for his gun, Mulkeen fired five shots, causing five other officers on the scene to open fire, firing a total of 15 rounds, with two hitting Mulkeen. A loaded, .32-caliber gun was …
State Cracks Down On Pharmacies Failing To Comply With Drug Pricing Law State Cracks Down On Pharmacies Failing To Comply With Drug Pricing Law
State Cracks Down On Pharmacies Failing To Comply With Drug Pricing Law At least 44 pharmacies failed to post drug prices as required by law, New York State Attorney General Letitia James announced on Thursday. As a result of the investigation, the Attorney General’s Office sent cease and desist letters to the pharmacies found to be in violation, mandating compliance with consumer protection laws that require that pharmacies maintain a list of their prices for the 150 most commonly prescribed drugs.  Pharmacies in violation of these laws were located in: Binghamton, Brooklyn, Buffalo, Nassau County, Northern Manhattan, Plattsburgh, Rochester, Suffolk Count…
Play Ball? Legal Sports Betting In New York Could Be Approved As Soon As Next Week Play Ball? Legal Sports Betting In New York Could Be Approved As Soon As Next Week
Play Ball? Legal Sports Betting In New York Could Be Approved As Soon As Next Week Odds are improving for legalized sports betting at Empire City in Yonkers, Resorts World Catskills in Monticello as well as Yankee Stadium, Madison Square Garden and the Barclays Center. On Monday, June 10, the state Gaming Commission has scheduled a 1 p.m. vote in New York City on proposed rules governing the operation and licensing of limited sports betting statewide.  And everyone seems to want a piece of the action. In amendments filed this week, state Senator Joseph Addabbo, D-Queens, revised his mobile sports betting bill to include in-person wagering at professional sp…
These Hudson Valley Counties Have Highest Property Tax Rates In Nation, New Study Says These Hudson Valley Counties Have Highest Property Tax Rates In Nation, New Study Says
These Hudson Valley Counties Have Highest Property Tax Rates In Nation, New Study Says Homeowners in New York and Connecticut paid some of the highest property taxes in the country last year, according to a brand new report. ATTOM Data Solutions released its 2018 property tax analysis for more than 87 million homes, announcing that single-family homeowners last year paid a total of $304.6 billion, up from $293.4 billion in 2017. The average was $3,498 per home, according to the report, which made for an effective tax rate of 1.16 percent. According to ATTOM, the report analyzed property tax data collected from county tax assessor offices nationwide at the state, metro and cou…
Man Charged With Mailing Letters With White Powder To Federal Offices In NY, CT Man Charged With Mailing Letters With White Powder To Federal Offices In NY, CT
Man Charged With Mailing Letters With White Powder To Federal Offices In NY, CT An area man has been arrested for mailing letters with white powder along with a note implying the substance was Anthrax to federal offices in New York and Connecticut. Jason Pantone, 34, of Hyde Park, was arrested Wednesday, Feb. 27, and appeared in court in Albany on Thursday on charges of conveying false information and hoax, said the U.S. Attorney Grant Jaquith. Pantone is accused of using the U.S. mail to send envelopes containing white power to locations in New York and Connecticut. Each envelope contained suspicious white powder and a note indicating, or implying, that the powde…
Suspect ID'd In Fatal Stabbing Of College Student From Hudson Valley Suspect ID'd In Fatal Stabbing Of College Student From Hudson Valley
Suspect ID'd In Fatal Stabbing Of College Student From Hudson Valley The identity has been released for the suspect who was apprehended following the fatal stabbing of a 19-year-old Binghamton University student from Westchester. Joao Souza of Rye Brook was stabbed to death at a residential hall late Sunday night and the suspect,  was at large until he was apprehended Monday. Michael Roque, 20, of Massapequa in Nassau County, a fellow Binghamton University student, has been identified as the suspect who was taken into custody Monday afternoon. Souza, a native of Brazil, was a freshman engineering student at Binghamton and 2017 graduate of Blind Brook High S…
ID Released For Woman Found Dead In Hudson Valley Stream ID Released For Woman Found Dead In Hudson Valley Stream
ID Released For Woman Found Dead In Hudson Valley Stream The identity has been released of a 36-year-old woman who was found dead in a stream in the Hudson Valley. State Police responded to a 911 call for a body found in a tributary to the Wappinger Creek, accessible from Maloney Road in the Town of Wappinger, on Feb. 27, 2018. The deceased has been identified as Ashanti Moore of Brooklyn.  An investigation has revealed that Moore had traveled through or stayed in the areas of the Hudson Valley, Binghamton, Buffalo, and Pennsylvania from August to September 2017, prior to her death, state police said. Moore also could have spent time in the Cha…