Michael White

Binghamton

Multimedia Journalist at WICZ-TV (Vestal, NY)

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Owego-Based Campaign "Buy a Brick" Celebrates 1000th Brick

1 day ago | wicz.com | Michael White

A remarkable accomplishment for a remarkable campaign, as Owego-based campaign "Buy a Brick" celebrates the installation of it's 1000th memorial brick in downtown Owego. "Half the states in the United States are people who have donated to this project. So it says something about where people go in the country, how they remember we go and obviously this is a central point of what we have here," Treasurer of Owego Hose Teams John Loftus said.
Remembering the 81st Anniversary of D-Day

1 day ago | wicz.com | Michael White

As today is June 6th, the nation remembers and honors those who made the ultimate sacrifice on the 81st anniversary of D-Day. More than 150,000 allied troops stormed the shores on this date in 1944, with over 10,000 casualties. During the four years the United States was involved in World War II over 18,000 men and women from Broome County served.
Tom's Coffee, Cards, and Gifts Celebrates Two Major Achievements

2 days ago | wicz.com | Michael White

It's a big week for local small business Tom's Coffee, Cards, and Gifts, as the establishment celebrates two major achievements this weekThe store celebrates its 43rd year of being open for business, as owner Tom Kelleher first opened the shop back in 1982. The location also just recently announced it has sold over one million pounds of coffee total since first opening. In its first year of business, Tom's sold just 1,000 pounds of coffee and now the location offers 125 different roasts.
Susquehanna Valley Students Take the Ultimate Trip Binghamton University

2 days ago | wicz.com | Michael White

Over 70 fourth graders from Brookside Elementary School stopped by Binghamton University's engineering laboratories and art museums, with the hope of sparking potential interest in a future career. "At nine or ten, you're starting to actually be able to think a little bit about, Oh, when I grow up, I want to be a. Right.
Broome County Health Department Offers Tips to Prevent Ticks this Summer

3 days ago | wicz.com | Michael White

Broome County Health Department is offering some tips on how residents can enjoy a tick-free summer.
One Local US Army Veteran Honored with a Prestigious New York State Award

3 days ago | wicz.com | Michael White

One local United States Army veteran was honored just last week for not just his almost three decades of service, but also his work after the Army. 28-year veteran and Vestal resident Colonel Benjamin W. Margolius first joined the Army through ROTC in 1963, where he went to Fort Eustis, Virginia, for his initial training. One day, everything changed for the Colonel when his secretary came up to him and said the following. "Ben, I've got two pieces of paper here for you to sign.
Owego Maker's Boutique Celebrates Opening of New Location

3 days ago | wicz.com | Michael White

Over in Owego, local small business Owego Maker's Boutique celebrated the opening of its new store following relocation. The business moved from its original 39 Lake Street location to its new Front Street storefront. Originally starting up in May 2024, the business offers handcrafted items from local businesswomen, including jewelry, soaps, and even teas. The new location also unveiled a riverfront workshop area that will allow local artisans to host hands-on workshops.
Teacher of the Week: Sue Mertens

4 days ago | wicz.com | Michael White

In this week's Teacher of the Week, presented by Springbrook, Fox 40 heads over to Northminster Preschool in Endwell where one preschool teacher takes pride in making her students first school exposure the best it can be. Suzanne Mertens has been the lead teacher for three-year-old's at Northminster Preschool for five years. Also having experience volunteering at schools from years in the past, Mertens has always taken pieces from her life as a mom to the classroom.
Veterans for Peace Show Support for the People of Gaza with a 40-Day Fast

4 days ago | wicz.com | Michael White

Local non-profit "Veterans for Peace" is showing support to the people of Gaza over the next month with a 40-day fast. The fast is a 250-calories-per-day diet that started on May 22 and will end on June 30. The 250 calorie-number represents the amount of calories many people in Gaza ingest since the attacks began. Those who choose to participate can decide to abstain from certain foods or not fast at all, but stand in solidarity with those who are fasting.
City of Binghamton Increasing Traffic Patrols Heading into the Summer

4 days ago | wicz.com | Michael White

Binghamton Mayor Jared Kraham announced on Tuesday that heading into this summer, city residents should expect an increase in Binghamton Police patrols with a focus on reducing speeding and stop sign violations. Enforcement on high-traffic residential areas, especially school, city park, and hospital zones throughout the city, is one of the main focus of the patrols. Portable speed trailers displaying a car's speed as they pass will be put in use by the Department to help prevent speeding.