Binghamton Area News Roundup 6/20/26: Local at the Tonys, Primaries, Jail Updates and More

🎠A benefit for paid supporters, this curated weekly area news round-up strives to help you learn about and engage with the Triple Cities.

If you appreciate the work local journalists do, ensure you click the links and pay for news if you can, donate to WSKG to the extent you are able and subscribe to the Press & Sun Bulletin for $10/mo to ensure local reporters are supported and paid.

Want to see something covered locally? Find how to connect with local news organizations here

Have a suggestion on how to improve this newsletter? Let me know at info@binghamtonian.news

‼️Must-Reads

🎭Follow an Endicott Man's Journey to the Tony's

Endicott native Santino DeAngelo joined other production professionals on the stage of the Tony Awards to accept the Tony for Best Revival for his work on the recent production of Ragtime! (NC34)

News 34 had an in-depth interview with DeAngelo on his journey from local stages like KNOW Theatre and the Cider Mill's stage to Broadway, while also still serving on the board for the local Goodwill Theatre. Check it out here.

☎️Protest as Price Increases for Inmate Communications

Local activists are protested as the price for text messages to people on the outside of the Broome County Jail doubled to $0.50 due to a resolution passed by the Broome County Legislature (Press & Sun).

Phone calls, video conferencing, and access to entertainment on tablets also got cost increases. Sheriff Akshar said the price increases coincide with costs associated with the services.