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
Millions of New Yorkers Urged to Mask Due to Covid Case Increase
As the number of Covid cases starts to rise again, federal health officials are advising people in sections of New York state to resume wearing masks while indoors.
Downtown Binghamton Retail Cannabis Shop to Open in January
Binghamton's first licensed cannabis store may open on Court Street early next year.
Hochul Orders More State Police Patrols at New York Schools
New York State Police have been directed to increase patrols at schools in the aftermath of the mass shooting in Texas that left 21 people dead.
Woman Dies After Apparent Parachute Malfunction Near Oneonta
Authorities are investigating the death of a skydiver in Otsego County.
NYS Trooper Admits Buying Alcohol with State Credit Card
The New York inspector general says a state trooper has acknowledged making nearly $3,000 in unauthorized purchases with a government credit card.
Cuomo Warns Students They May Have “Party with Your Parents”
Governor Andrew Cuomo says more New York colleges will be forced to go to remote instruction if students don't follow COVID-19 rules.
New York Lawmaker Wants to Legalize Drinking Alcohol in Public
A state lawmaker wants New York's open container laws repealed for the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Animal Adventure Park Closes “Drive-Thru Zoo” Operation
More adjustments are coming to Animal Adventure Park in Harpursville, which had been operating as a drive-thru attraction in recent days.
2.7 Million New Yorkers May Have Been Infected with Coronavirus
Preliminary antibody testing indicates million of people in New York state have been exposed to COVID-19.
Coronavirus Deaths in New York State Rise Above 10,000
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo says 671 people died of COVID-19 on Easter Sunday, bringing the total number of deaths in the state caused by the virus to 10,056.