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Broome County DA announces funding for 5 local police departments
Five Broome County police agencies will be receiving additional funding to expand community policing during the summer months. Broome County District Attorney Paul Battisti, joined by local officials, announced on June 17 that his office would be investing $52,500 from the Traffic Diversion Fund, which collects money from traffic tickets, into local law enforcement. The Binghamton Police Department, Endicott Police Department, Johnson City Police Department, Vestal Police Department and the Broome County Sheriff's Office will be receiving $10,500 each. Battisti said the awarded money will be used for existing community policing initiatives in any way that the departments deem necessary to continue the expansion of dedicated bike, foot and car patrols around neighborhoods, parks and other community spaces. More: Man charged with assaulting corrections officer in the Broome County jail He said the funding will allow law enforcement more opportunities to "engage in proactive policing" by talking to residents and business owners about safety concerns. "All law enforcement agencies in Broome County have strong, robust community policing initiatives and today's infusion will only enhance their productivity," Battisti said. The resolution to authorize the use of the funding garnered from the Traffic Diversion Program was approved by the Broome County Legislature on June 12. Johnson City Police Chief Brent Dodge said at the press conference the money his department receives will be going toward bike and foot patrols in the village's downtown area and at neighborhood parks. Endicott Police Chief Patrick Garey said the Village of Endicott Police Department plans to put bike and foot patrols in all business districts and neighborhoods in the village throughout the summer. This article originally appeared on Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin: Five Broome County agencies to receive funding for community policing
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13-02-2025
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First responders react to passing of Binghamton firefighter
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – Local officials and community organizations are mourning the loss of a Binghamton firefighter. 40-year-old John 'JR' Gaudet died while fighting a second-alarm fire at 1 Main Street late Wednesday night. While battling the flames, a Mayday call was sent out for three firefighters trapped inside, one of whom was Gaudet. Two of the firefighters were taken to Wilson Hospital after being pulled from the building and are currently in stable condition. Gaudet, who was also taken to Wilson Hospital, was pronounced dead upon arrival. According to a press release, Gaudet died after a wall collapsed on him while fighting the fire. Several first responder agencies took to Facebook on Thursday to react to the loss of Gaudet including the Endicott Fire Department, Endicott Police Department, Johnson City Police Department, Binghamton Police Department, and New York State Police. 'The ability to come up with the right words is impossible. All the love goes to our Brothers and Sisters in the City of Binghamton Fire Department,' said Endicott Fire. 'Our members are your members. Our family is your family. We are here for you. The world is a little less safe today because you are no longer with us. Rest easy brother.' Fallen Binghamton firefighter part of local lacrosse community 'We mourn the loss of a brave firefighter who selflessly gave his life in the line of duty, protecting the community he served with dedication and courage. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this tragic loss,' said Binghamton Police. Senator Chuck Schumer also released a statement regarding the tragic incident. Owners of Court Street buildings burned in fire make statement 'I am devastated by the heartbreaking news of the brave Binghamton firefighter who lost their life in the line of duty while fighting a fire on Main Street in Binghamton late last night. My deepest condolences go out to the family, friends, and community dealing with this traffic loss. May God bless those injured and the entire Binghamton Fire Department during this difficult time,' said Schumer. Gaudet, a Binghamton native, was an 11-year veteran of the Binghamton Fire Department. GoFundMe for Binghamton firefighter who died in the line of duty Good Cause Eviction passes through Binghamton City Council Rich David kicks off campaign for Broome County Clerk First responders react to passing of Binghamton firefighter Fallen Binghamton firefighter part of local lacrosse community Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
