Happy weekend, Triple Cities! In today’s happening-today edition: Wastewater plant upgrade, kitten yoga, and Juneteenth market for Black entrepreneurs and creatives + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Major utility upgrades ahead: Village of Endicott received over $23 million to upgrade its wastewater plant, funding design and construction, replacing an 80,000-gallon tank, and improving water systems serving parts of Union and Vestal -- see the plant upgrade plans.
New banking stop nearby: KeyBank opened a new Vestal Parkway branch after its Oakdale Commons location closed in Johnson City in 2025, moving staff and adding a drive-up teller, digital screens, and hospitality area -- tour the new Vestal branch.
Community celebration and pride: Binghamton marked Juneteenth Friday with a City Hall flag raising and the Rumble Ponies’ celebration of African American heritage, plus festivities featuring food, games, and a market for Black-owned businesses -- see the Juneteenth festivities.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Swing smarter this week: Triple Cities golfers, consider a quick tune-up at Greater Golf Training Center & Proshop, where a Full Swing simulator, legit club repair and fitting, and lessons from seasoned pros make fixing that slice feel oddly fun. Practice now, surprise your weekend foursome later.
Riverfront reset, anyone? If you need a quick nature reboot without leaving the Triple Cities orbit, Pine Crest Campground brings the Susquehanna to you. Think roomy sites with full hookups, a pool, rental cabins, and a boat dock for paddling or fishing while bald eagles judge your cast.
Oyster cravings, solved: Remlik's Grille & Oyster Bar turns the Kilmer Building into your go-to for fresh oysters, a legit raw bar, and steaks in an elegant room locals actually use. Grab a friend this week, toast with something from the wine list, and let dinner feel like an occasion.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🖤 Juneteenth: Celebrating Black Entrepreneurs & Creatives @ Stellar Human (Binghamton) | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 AM – Downtown brings a Juneteenth market celebrating Black entrepreneurs and creatives, curated, not chaotic. Expect standout makers, thoughtful art, and goods with stories, plus that rare mix of pride, joy, and neighborly energy that reminds you this town still knows how to show up.
🚗 BC Car & Bike Show @ Otsiningo Park (Binghamton) | Saturday (6/20) at 8:00 AM – Think you’ve seen every shiny ride in the Southern Tier? This is the biggest car and motorcycle show around, a parade of polished chrome and rumbling bikes. Proceeds support CVMA NY 19-10, vets helping vets, so your nostalgia and horsepower fix actually does some good.
📚 One Day Only June Book Sale @ Broome County Public Library (Binghamton) | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Construction is giving the library a facelift, squeezing the June book sale into a one day only sprint. Same dusty treasure hunt, hardcovers a dollar, paperbacks fifty cents, kids’ books less, and audiobooks, DVDs, and puzzles at a dollar, no gimmicks.
🇺 Summer Ukrainian Festival @ Sacred Heart Ukrainian Catholic Church (Johnson City) | Saturday (6/20) at 11:00 AM – Patio weather calls for pierogi, poppyseed pastries, and a lively Ukrainian band at this easygoing summer festival. Expect craft vendors, the Nezabudky Ukrainian Dancers, and plenty of refreshments. Free parking and admission, which around here is basically folk magic.
🧵 Phelps Mansion @ Phelps Mansion Museum (Binghamton) | Saturday (6/20) at 11:10 AM – If your idea of local history stops at spiedies, come learn how Broome County has been stitching for over 220 years at Phelps Mansion’s Path Through History. Local stitch wizard Jennifer Lorang leads a 45-minute tour of samplers, stories, and neat needlework.
🦪 Father's Day Weekend Clambake @ Mountain Top Clambakes (Binghamton) | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – Finally, a Father's Day clambake where Dad is not stuck at the grill. Mom's House is doing the honors with kids activities, and an all-you-can-eat spread of clams raw and steamed, ribeye sandwiches, smoked pork, marinated chicken, sausages, salt potatoes, sweet corn, and soft serve.
🧘 Kitten Yoga @ Yoga Body Shop (Johnson City) | Saturday (6/20) at 1:00 PM – Kitten Yoga is taking over Yoga Body Shop, pairing gentle stretches with tiny supervisors, and every dollar stays local with Stray Haven Humane Society and SPCA. It’s $30, cash only, old-school style. Consider it self-care with purrs, less incense, and more whiskers. Live music & entertainment:
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — The Triple Cities report Weather forecastToday — High: 75°F — Low: 54°F — Precip: 11%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 75. West wind 7 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 54. West wind 1 to 9 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 78°F — Low: 57°F — Precip: 12%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. West wind 1 to 6 mph. Later: A chance of rain showers after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 57. Chance of precipitation is 50%. This house is wildThis one-of-a-kind Tudor on Binghamton’s West Side makes a strong first impression with handsome brickwork, freshly repainted stucco, and a standout double corner lot. Inside, the large kitchen offers granite counters, abundant storage, and an easy flow to the eat-in dining area and fireplace-warmed living room. Upstairs brings hardwood floors, built-ins, and a walk-up attic, while the lower level adds a library-style retreat with desk space.
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