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  • KinderCare Hiring for Broome County Center Director Ahead of Spring 2027 Opening

    (BROOME COUNTY, NY) – KinderCare is now accepting applications for a Center Director at the new Broome County KinderCare Learning Center at Oakdale Commons, which is scheduled to open in spring 2027.

    The Center Director will play a key role in preparing for the center’s opening and leading its day-to-day operations. Responsibilities include building and supporting a team of educators, overseeing center operations, working with families, and helping create a positive early learning environment for children.

    The full-time, in-person position offers a target starting salary of $70,000 per year, with potential quarterly bonuses, benefits and a 401(k) retirement plan. Benefits also include discounted child care for employees’ families, along with medical, dental and vision coverage.

    The position requires 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with a work schedule that may vary within the center’s operating hours of 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

    KinderCare is looking to fill the position by the end of November, giving the new director time to help prepare the center and team ahead of its opening.

    Interested candidates can review the full job description, qualifications and application details online at Broome County Center Director.

  • Broome County Wraps Up 2026 Road Work Season

    (BROOME COUNTY, NY) – Broome County is wrapping up its 2026 road work season, with the Department of Public Works Highway Division completing paving and other surface treatments across more than 60 miles of county roads. The county invested approximately $8.7 million in road work during the 2026 construction season, including approximately $5.6 million in state funding.

    This year’s work builds on several years of continued investment in local infrastructure. From 2021 through 2025, the Highway Division completed approximately 380 miles of road treatments, including milling and paving, oil and stone treatments, micro paving and crack sealing, at an estimated cost of $36 million.

    The Highway Division is scheduled to complete the following final projects during the week of October 26th:

    • Paving Saddlemire Road – County Route 125 (from Pennsylvania Ave to Pierce Creek Road)
    • Paving Pierce Creek Road – County Route 141 (from Saddlemire Road to Murphy Road)
    • Cleaning ditches on Oakdale Road, Day Hollow Road, North Sanford Road & Old Route 17
    • Culvert work on Old State Road, Sanitary Springs Road & Powderhouse Road
    • Guide rail work on Bunn Hill Road
    • Mowing the right of way on county roadways

    Following the completion of this week’s work, Highway Division crews will shift their focus to winter operations, including snow and ice control to help keep county roads safe and passable throughout the colder months.

  • Broome County Website Offline as Precautionary Security Measure Amid Global Vulnerability

    (BROOME COUNTY, NY) – Broome County has taken its main website (broomecountyny.gov) offline out of an abundance of caution while its IT and information security teams respond to a cybersecurity vulnerability affecting software used by 70% of websites worldwide.

    The County is taking precautionary steps to ensure its website is properly secured before restoring access. During this time, residents who need information about county services can call the Department Directory at 607-778-8000.

  • Broome County Marks One-Year Anniversary of Veterans Resource Center and Tiny Homes

    One-stop-shop resource center has connected thousands of veterans with services, benefits and housing support

    (BROOME COUNTY, NY) – Wednesday afternoon, Broome County marked the one-year anniversary of the Timothy M. Grippen Veterans Resource Center and its on-site tiny homes, highlighting the services provided to local veterans over the past year, all under one roof. Located at 11 Frederick Street in Binghamton, the $12.2 million project brought housing, veterans services and community support together in one place. The center includes office space for the Broome County Veterans Services Agency, Southern Tier Veterans Support Group, Clear Path for Veterans and the Binghamton Vet Center, while Soldier On manages the 10 on-site tiny homes.

    From September 2025 through September 2026, Broome County Veterans Services recorded 2,581 veterans served through walk-ins, appointments, phone calls and written correspondence. During that time, the agency helped submit 394 applications to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for monetary benefits and provided extensive assistance with disability compensation, pensions, healthcare enrollment, military records and other veteran services. The agency’s work helped veterans secure more than $1.76 million in VA benefit awards, including retroactive payments and ongoing monthly benefits.

    The Southern Tier Veterans Support Group also reported assisting or connecting approximately 900 veterans with resources over the past year. The organization has provided gas and grocery cards to veterans in need, helped a homeless veteran move into permanent housing in less than a week, and established a Veterans Coalition that brings together organizations from across the region to discuss the needs of the local veteran community.

    Clear Path for Veterans served 1,018 individual veterans and 723 family members and caregivers between October 2025 and October 2026. Through peer and family support, social events, suicide prevention efforts and wellness programming, the organization helps veterans and their families connect with support and build community.

    The 10 tiny homes on site provide veterans with a place to stay while working toward greater stability and permanent housing. All 10 homes have been occupied during the center’s first year, and one has recently become available as a veteran moved forward into the next chapter of their life. A new resident is expected to move in soon.

  • Broome County Reminds Residents of Code Blue Overnight Warming Center

    (BROOME COUNTY, NY) – Broome County is reminding residents that the Code Blue Overnight Warming Center at United Presbyterian Church in Binghamton will be open this weekend and continues to operate seven nights a week, providing overnight shelter for individuals in need.

    Code Blue is an emergency response designed to help protect people who do not have access to safe, adequate shelter during dangerously cold weather. The Overnight Center at UPC provides a safe place to sleep, along with dinner and a light breakfast.

    The center is located at 42 Chenango Street in Binghamton. Check-in begins at 5 p.m., and guests must check out by 9 a.m.

    The Overnight Center is jointly operated by United Presbyterian Church and the Broome County Urban League. For more information, visit the Overnight Center at UPC website.

  • Broome County Highway Work Planned for Week of 10/19

    (BROOME COUNTY, NY) – The following work is scheduled on Broome County roadways beginning Monday, October 19th.

    • Paving Saddlemire Road – County Route 125 (from Pennsylvania Ave to Pierce Creek Road)
    • Paving Pierce Creek Road – County Route 141 (from Saddlemire Road to Murphy Road)
    • Cleaning ditches on North Sanford Road, North Road, Powers Road & East Maine Road.
    • Culvert work on Sanitary Springs Road, Beartown Road, Cherry Valley Hill Road & Powderhouse Road
    • Catch basin repairs on Quaker Lake Road & Colesville Road
    • Curb repairs on Taft Ave
    • Mowing the right of way on county roadways

  • Broome County Breaks Ground on New Dog Park at Grippen Community Park

    (VILLAGE OF ENDICOTT, NY) – Today, Broome County officials celebrated the groundbreaking of a new dog park at Grippen Community Park in Endicott. The project will add another recreational amenity for residents and their four-legged companions to enjoy.

    The dog park is being installed by PJF Enterprises and will feature separate fenced-in areas for large and small dogs, giving dogs of different sizes space to run and play safely. The project will also include benches, trees, waste stations, and signage.

    The project is being funded through the County’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. Costs include approximately $67,000 for fencing, $11,000 for the asphalt entrance pad, and an estimated $3,000 for benches, trees and signage.

    Construction is expected to be completed within the next four to six weeks. Once complete, the dog park will be open during regular Grippen Community Park hours, from 8 a.m. until dusk.

    “Grippen Community Park has become a great place for families to spend time and enjoy the outdoors, and this dog park will give residents another reason to visit,” said Broome County Executive Jason Garnar. “We’re happy to keep adding amenities to our parks that people can enjoy, including their four-legged family members.”

    “The dog park is yet another great addition to the new Grippen Community Park,” said District 6 Broome County Legislator Greg Baldwin. “As a lifelong resident of West Endicott, I know how much this park means to our community. We are proud to continue offering new opportunities so all residents from our community can enjoy the park.”

  • Volunteer Opportunity: Medical Reserve Corps (MRC)

    (BROOME COUNTY, NY) – The Broome County Health Department is seeking interested community members to volunteer with the Broome County Medical Reserve Corps (MRC). The Medical Reserve Corps is a national network of nearly 300,000 volunteers, organized in local units to bolster capacity during public health emergencies. For over 20 years, the Broome County MRC Unit has worked in conjunction with local government and community-based agencies to respond during local disasters, such as floods, flu outbreaks, and the COVID-19 pandemic.

    The Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) was created in 2002 as a response to the September 11th terrorist attacks and the subsequent mailing of anthrax-laced letters in 2001. After these events, a need was identified for structured, pre-trained, and pre-verified volunteers who could be deployed quickly to support public health efforts during emergencies. Broome County established a local MRC unit in 2002.

    The Broome County Medical Reserve Corps welcomes active or retired health professionals and other community members interested in providing support to the community during an emergency. The MRC consists of physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, EMTs, social workers, clergy, and non-medical volunteers.

    Those enrolled in the program are provided with training, participate in drills, and receive resources to prepare them in case of local activation. MRC volunteers can expect to receive trainings in clinic management, mass vaccination procedures, as well as Basic and Advanced Life Support, Basic First Aid and Red Cross Disaster Services.

    MRC volunteers help in keeping Broome County prepared, safe, and healthy. More information about the Broome County Medical Reserve Corps can be found on the Broome County Health Department website at https://broomecountyny.gov/ep.

  • Broome County Highway Work Planned for Week of 10/12

    (BROOME COUNTY, NY) – The following work is scheduled on Broome County roadways beginning Monday, October 12th.

    • Paving Saddlemire Road – County Route 125 (from Pennsylvania Ave to Pierce Creek Road)
    • Cleaning ditches on Powers Road, Old State Road, & East Maine Road
    • Culvert work on Saddlemire Road, Bevier Street, & Powderhouse Road
    • Asphalt patching work on East Maine Road, Airport Road & Watson Blvd
    • Grader patching on Beartown Road & Ouaquaga Road
    • Mowing the right of way on county roadways

  • Broome West Senior Center to Temporarily Close for Floor Renovations

    (BROOME COUNTY, NY) – The Broome County Office for Aging has announced the Broome West Senior Center and Endwell Yesteryears program will temporarily close beginning Monday, October 19, for floor renovations. The closure is expected to last approximately one month, with a tentative reopening date of November 19. The reopening date is subject to change. The center will be closed to all participants and volunteers during the renovation.

    Meal Pickup During Closure

    Broome West participants can continue to pick up lunches at the back door of the Broome West kitchen Monday through Friday during the closure. Contribution envelopes can also be dropped off at that location.

    Meals must be reserved by noon the day before pickup. There will be no meal pickup on Wednesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day, when staff will be off for the holiday.

    Alternative Senior Center Locations

    Participants who wish to continue visiting a senior center during the closure are welcome at the following nearby locations:

    • Vestal Senior Center: Old Vestal Junior High School, 201 Main Street, Vestal. The center is located at the top of the long ramp accessible from the back parking lot. Call 607-754-9596
    • Johnson City Senior Center: 30 Brocton Street, Johnson City. Call 607-797-3145

    The Endwell Yesteryears program will hold its regular programming from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Johnson City Senior Center throughout the closure for individuals already registered for the program.

    Stay Informed

    Participants are encouraged to sign up for Blooming Health, the Office for Aging’s electronic communication system, or follow the Broome County Office for Aging Facebook page for updates, including confirmation of the reopening date. To sign up for Blooming Health, call 607-778-2411. Current Broome West Senior Center participants and Endwell Yesteryears participants will receive additional information from program staff in the coming days.