Binghamton Area News Roundup 6/5/26: Salmonella at the Jail, Endicott's Future & More
Blowback from the Salmonella outbreak continues at the Broome County Jail, Endicott looks for input on how to guide development, Mirabito Stadium to get big upgrades, and more news from the last week
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‼️Must-Reads
👮Sheriff Akshar faces blowback from Salmonella poisoning
Multiple inmates were hospitalized (NC34) from the Broome County Jail after 320 of the 450 inmates caught the bacterial infection of Salmonella from contaminated chicken salad served to them (Press & Sun).
Some not hospitalized still reported symptoms days after what is one of the largest such incidents in New York history (WSKG). A group which includes former inmates released since the incident is now accusing Sheriff Fred Akshar, who oversees the jail, of negligence and malfeasance via a class action lawsuit (Press & Sun), saying that it showed a dereliction of duty and alleged other sanitation issues at the jail (NC34). Akshar said the move was a publicity stunt and that the sheriff's office is working to manage the crisis.
Following an inspection, the County Health Department found six violations, including improper refrigeration (NC34).
💸The Agency (IDA) Accused of Inappropriate Spending
The Broome County Industrial Development Agency (The Agency) is under scrutiny for over $47,000 in questionable business purchases for travel, alcohol, and other expenses following an audit (Press & Sun), as it focuses on projects like building revitalization and the controversial Broome Tech Park (WSKG).
The Agency "strongly rejects" the narrative and conclusions of the report (NC34)
🏗️Endicott Revitalization Plan Seeks Input
The Village of Endicott wants community stakeholders and residents to contribute feedback to a new master plan to guide future priorities and initiatives (Press & Sun). Organizers for "Imagine Endicott" held an open house for the effort on June 2.
Plan documents can be viewed here, including a full draft.
This pairs with the completion of DRI initiatives like the Washington Ave. improvements and the creation of an art park (WNBF), as well as planned expansions by BAE in the Village's former IBM campus (Press & Sun) and federal dollars for Little Italy streetscape improvements (Fox40).
Also make sure to check out this week's events roundup!
🏗️Building Broome
Three Kirkwood bridges officially closed for summer - NC34
Big upgrades coming to Mirabito Stadium in Binghamton - Press & Sun
Kraham announces RFPs for two vacant Binghamton properties - NC34
Old IBM-Endicott / BAE Building Getting A Bold New Look - WNBF
Brandywine Ave. closed this summer for railroad bridge project - NC34
Some Town of Binghamton residents concerned with proposed events center - NC34
Sidney flood protection project remains stalled as FEMA funding dispute continues - WBNG
City Prepares to Buy Former Binghamton Convent - WNBF
👋Openings and Closings
Akiyo set to open in June, all-you-can-eat sushi in Johnson City - Press & Sun
Broome Council of Churches and CHOW Planning Move to Conklin - WNBF
SideQuest Games levels up in Owego - WBNG
Vestal Bob's Discount Furniture Store to Open Soon - WNBF
🏛️Politics & Government
Binghamton City Council approves new reassessment plan - NC34
One-year large data center moratorium set to pass in NY - Press & Sun
Local lawmakers, firefighters, call for transparency in rising fire equipment costs - WBNG
Owego residents concerned following livestock ban petition - NC34
Lupardo honored for her support of Dairy Farms - NC34
Norton endorsed by Planned Parenthood PAC - NC34
🌇Community Spotlights
6/7 is 607 Day in Broome County - NC34
Greek Fest celebrates 53rd year in Vestal. New parking lot available - Press & Sun
Profile on the Southern Tier Veterans Support Group - NC34
Drone soccer team in Owego ranks among nation’s best - WBNG
Civil Air Patrol program introduces Southern Tier youth to aviation - Press & Sun
Broome County Crime Victims Memorial Dedicated at Roundtop Park - Fox40
Triple Cities Ski Club plans ski trips & summer events - WBNG Around the Tiers
These are some prominent historical figures buried in Broome County - Press & Sun
Summer solstice brings new constellations at Kopernik - NC34
Endicott visitor center spotlights 77-year-old TV - WBNG
🎨🎭Arts & Culture
Broome County Arts Council hosts First Friday Art Walk for June - WBNG Around the Tiers
Broome County Arts Council calls for artist applications for new festival - NC34
Downtown Singers Explore Life’s Journey in “The Soul’s Voyage” - WSKG
Carousel Fairy doors are back in Binghamton for the eighth year running - NC34
Memory, Hope, and Fragile Dreams in Know's "The Glass Menagerie" - WSKG
KNOW ends season with American classic - BCAC
Nuns, Freezers, and Fundraising: SRO Productions Brings Back "Nunsense" - WSKG
SRO Productions to present upcoming musical ‘Nunsense’ - WBNG Around the Tiers
Cider Mill Stage to present ‘One Slight Hitch’ - WBNG Around the Tiers
BLAST present: One Slight Hitch at the Cider Mill Stage - NC34
Sharp Razors, Sharp Lyrics: "Sweeney Todd" at Ti-Ahwaga - WSKG
Puzzled Players to host variety show featuring local talent - WBNG Around the Tiers
Dozens of free concerts, major shows planned this summer in Binghamton - Press & Sun
Binghamton Downtown Singers to present ‘The Souls Voyage’ concert - WBNG Around the Tiers
Broome Bands Together organizers announce 2026 concert lineup - WBNG
A tour celebrating the 60's and 70's is coming to Binghamton - NC34
Southern Tier Singers’ Collective will end season on uplifting note - BCAC
Young Vestal Composer Featured in Southern Tier Singers' Collective Concert - WSKG
New $161M State Arts Fund: Rules for Binghamton Area Creators - WNBF
💵Business & Economy
Vestal Museum celebrates 50-year anniversary of business - NC34
Discovery Center to unveil Funky Beez Ice Cream Shoppe exhibit - WBNG Around the Tiers
Food & Farm Showcase: Bottomland Farm - NC34
🏫Schools
Binghamton University receives $5.8 million in state funding - Press & Sun
$1,500 grant helps Binghamton High School host first science fair - WBNG
Local Elementary Students Advance as Finalists in National AI Championship - Fox40
WSKG asked listeners to share their thoughts on school district spending. Here’s what we learned - WSKG
Chenango Valley Seniors participate in annual Senior Walk - NC34
Local high school students learn to garden - NC34
Physics Bus Visits Owego Elementary School - Fox40
⚾Sports
Binghamton Rumble Ponies extend contract through 2035 season, stadium to undergo major upgrades - WBNG
Mackay, Visions continue partnership through community events - NC34
Horseheads Lacrosse advances to regional finals with 13-4 win over Ballston Spa - WBNG
Binghamton bars gear up as Knicks open NBA Finals vs. Spurs - WBNG
Looking for high school results and scores? Those can typically be found on MaxPreps
👨⚕️Health
Experts warn of tick bites following upward tick of BC cases - NC34
WATCH: Full interview with Dr. Gehring about tickborne illnesses - NC34
👮Crime & Safety
Binghamton announces extra efforts to clean up Doubleday Street area - NC34
Major Makeover: Binghamton Police Fleet Getting A New Look - WNBF
Residents of Binghamton Street Give Mixed Reviews to "Blitz" - WNBF
Johnson City man charged with attempting kidnapping after incident in Recreation Park - WBNG
Sidney Police offer $1,000 reward after donor wall name plates are stolen - WBNG
Dickinson woman arrested on drug and child endangerment charges following search warrant - WBNG
Motorcyclist Killed in Crash on Route 434 in Apalachin -WNBF
Binghamton firefighters rescue man from creek bed - WBNG
❤️Good News, Fundraisers & Grants
Binghamton Move Out Project converts student donations into community resources - WBNG
Rumble Ponies dish out dinner and raise money for Binghamton Youth Sports - WBNG
📰Other Stories
VINES opens applications for 2026 Farm Share program - WBNG
Local theater offers one-dollar tickets for family friendly films - NC34
Pets of the Week: Mr. Louie & Jesse - WBNG Around the Tiers
The Billion-Dollar Legacy Hiding in Upstate NY Towns - WNBF
Johnson City Carousel Repairs Will Be Expensive - WNBF
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