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Michael Carbone Receives Star at Forum Theatre

(BINGHAMTON, NY) – Broome County Executive Jason Garnar joined the Friends of the Forum to announce Michael Carbone as the next recipient of a star on the Wall of Fame at the Forum Theatre. Carbone is leader of the local band “Splash” and jazz quartet “Miles Ahead.”

He retired as a coordinator of music and teacher at Johnson City High School in 2015, and from Binghamton University as an adjunct professor and jazz director in 2023. Carbone is the curator of enJOY Jazz at the Schorr Family Firehouse Stage, and the Music Coordinator of the Music and Jazz Festival at Binghamton’s July Fest.

You can see all the stars on display in the lobby of the Forum Theatre.

August 2-4 at Broome County’s Otsiningo Park

(TOWN OF DICKINSON, NY) – Broome County Executive Jason Garnar joined organizers of the Spiedie Fest and Balloon Rally today to announce details for its 40^th annual event this summer. This year’s event will be held August 2 through 4 at Otsiningo Park in the Town of Dickinson.

The Spiedie Fest and Balloon Rally attracts more than 100,000 people to the area for the three-day event and is considered one of the top hot air balloon rallies in the country. This family-friendly event features live entertainment, food and craft vendors, car shows, volleyball tournaments, the annual Kelly LaBare 5K, and more.

Event organizers announced this year’s entertainment for concerts and meet and greet events as follows:

Friday, August 2

DJ AyDamn, Shaboozey, and Niko Moon

Saturday, August 3

12 – 3 p.m. Meet & Greet with Trish Stratus

Chris Young

Sunday, August 4

Mitchell Tenpenny

Tickets are on sale now at Mirabito Convenience Stores, the Visions Veterans Memorial Arena, and on Ticketmaster.

For more information, visit https://www.spiediefest.com.

Brian Frey Receives Star at Forum Theatre

(BINGHAMTON, NY) – Broome County Executive Jason Garnar joined the Friends of the Forum today to announce Brian Frey as the next recipient of a star on the Wall of Fame at the Forum Theatre. Frey is a 1980 graduate of Binghamton North High School, and a lifelong resident of Broome County.

His journey began with an internship at WBNG-TV, and an exclusive internship with WGBH-Boston. For over 30 years, he dedicated himself to WSKG as a writer and producer. His talent has been recognized with 12 New York State Broadcasters Awards.

As a screen writer, film maker, and producer, Frey’s documentaries and work have won three Emmy Awards, as well as receiving 12 Emmy nominations. His work “The Flood of ‘35” won “Best Documentary” and “Best Writing,” and “Glen Curtis, the Forgotten Eagle” won “Best Documentary.”

Among Frey’s notable works are:

• Alonzo’s Ghost
• Main Street Rising
• The Salt Babies
• The Devil’s Fire
• Driving While Black
• Old Bones: The Story of Exterminator
• Twilight Zone Live (Recognized by the Serling Family and the Rod Serling Foundation)
• Watson
• The Gray Riders
• Agness: The Flood of ‘72
• Seasons at the Lake
• Harvest
• Watkins Glen: The Street Years
• Link: The Quiet Genius
• Johnson
• Cornell: Birth of the American University
• Southern Tier Heroes Remember the War
  • Episodes include: War Over, Pearl Harbor, In the Military, Hero 2, Hero 1, Guns, and Enlisting

You can see all the stars on display in the lobby of the Forum Theatre.

(BINGHAMTON, NY) – Broome County Executive Jason Garnar joined the Binghamton Black Bears Director of Broadcasting and Media Relations Brooks Hill on Friday afternoon to kick off the Black Bears’ quarterfinals weekend playoff series against the Watertown Wolves in the Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL).

This weekend’s quarterfinal series is a best-of-three round. The Black Bears are at Watertown tonight (7:30 p.m. drop) and the teams are in Binghamton to play Game 2 starting at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Visions Veterans Memorial Arena in downtown Binghamton. If the teams split those two games, the deciding contest will be played at 6 p.m. Sunday in Binghamton.

“The Black Bears organization is ecstatic to once again be hosting playoff hockey for the third consecutive season,” said Hill. “We have aspirations of going all the way this year and all of us are behind Coach Brant Sherwood and the team in the locker room.”

“As the Black Bears head into this exciting playoff series, I urge the community to come together and rally behind our hometown team,” said Garnar. “Let’s show our unwavering support and pride as we cheer them on to victory!”

During the 2023-24 regular season, 56 games were played by each team. While the Black Bears have 46 wins in the regular season, ranking them No. 1 in the Empire Division, the Wolves are ranked No. 4 with 25 wins.

To purchase tickets online, visit https://www.binghamtonblackbears.com/single-game-tickets.

Affordable Senior Housing for Rent Upon Completion

(BROOME COUNTY, NY) – The First Ward Action Council is now accepting applications for the new Vestal Chateau Apartments, located at 2040 State Route 26, Vestal, NY 13850. Upon completion, the complex will offer 30 units consisting of 20 one-bedroom and 10 two-bedroom apartments, designed for affordable senior housing. Monthly rent will range from $529 to $768, including heat, water, and sewer expenses.

Amenities in each unit include modern kitchen and bath spaces, energy-efficient heating systems, and accessibility features for individuals with mobility, hearing, and visual impairments. Seven units are tailored for mobility-impaired individuals, two for those with hearing/vision impairments, and five for fragile elderly seniors. Additionally, all ground-floor units are adaptable for wheelchair accessibility.

To request an application, interested individuals can contact the First Ward Action Council by phone at 607-772-2850 or via email at fwac-rental@firstwardaction.org. Applications should be submitted by mail or in person to the First Ward Action Council at 167 Clinton Street, Binghamton, NY 13905, or faxed to 607-231-2819.

The deadline for all applications is March 29, 2024. A lottery to determine tenancy will be held on April 12, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Ward Action Council.

The Vestal Chateau apartment complex is expected to be completed in late April.

For more information, visit Vestal Chateau Apartments.

(BROOME COUNTY, NY) – Broome County Executive Jason Garnar delivered his 2024 State of the County Address Wednesday evening in front of guests at the Broome-Tioga BOCES Leslie F. Distin Education Center, in the Automotive Technology Workshop.

“We are building more in 2024 than ever before. From economic developments to crucial investments in infrastructure, parks, and housing, our county is experiencing growth,” said County Executive Garnar. “With a commitment to supporting our residents, we’re not just building structures; we’re building a stronger, more inclusive community for generations to come.”

Highlights of Garnar’s address included:

• Broome-Tioga BOCES extensive programming to benefit the students of the County
• Economic development projects underway generating thousands of jobs
• Strong financial conditions, growing fund balance, and tax cutting
• Improving infrastructure
• Investing in our parks & community entertainment
• Work of law enforcement, emergency services & first responders to enhance safety
• Commitment to supporting veterans with the new Veterans Resource Center & Tiny Homes
• Ongoing efforts for our seniors

This was County Executive Garnar’s eighth State of the County address as Broome County Executive.