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Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Politics
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Miles Burnett files over 1,000 signatures to qualify for mayoral ballot
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – Democrat Miles Burnett officially filed his nominating petitions on Wednesday, completing the next step in his campaign to potentially become Mayor of Binghamton. Burnett submitted more than 1,000 signature to the Broome County Board of Elections, over twice the amount required. Burnett qualified for both the Democratic and Working Families Party ballot lines, pending official review. 'I am proud to have filed over double the amount of nominating petition signatures from residents across the city in every neighborhood,' said Burnett. 'Our grassroots campaign for change in the City of Binghamton is building momentum. I am so thankful to all the volunteers that helped us gather signatures, and I look forward to connecting with more folks in our community—hearing about their concerns and sharing my plans for building a better Binghamton for everyone.' Burnett has also earned the endorsement of the Working Families Party. Burnett says he will continue meeting with residents, small business owners, and community leaders throughout the remainder of his campaign. Local support groups advocate for child abuse awareness BLAST presents 'The Cottage' Vietnam Veterans honored during recognition event UHS opens new physical therapy and rehab center 'Dignity Not Detention' would cut New York's ties to federal detention contracts Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-03-2025
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New York Working Families Party supporting Miles Burnett for Binghamton Mayor
UPDATE: Broome County Republican Party responds below. BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – Progressive activists from across New York State are making Democrat Miles Burnett's campaign for Binghamton Mayor a priority. Burnett has received the endorsement of the New York Working Families Party. The Southside native got his start in politics working as an organizer for the party in 2014. The party says Burnett will work for fair wages, stronger tenant protections and push back against the policies of the Trump administration. In addition to the ballot line, the Working Families Party plans to provide Burnett's campaign with additional volunteers and paid staff to assist with get out the vote efforts and serve as consultants to the campaign. Co-Director for Working Families, Jasmine Gripper, says Binghamton is a target because it's one of the largest cities in New York with a Republican mayor. 'The party is all-in and excited to help him get elected. We will do what we have to do. We know how to run and win elections. We will talk to voters, we will knock on doors, we will make phone calls, and we will make sure people know that there is a champion for working families running in this election and they need to come out to vote to get our candidate elected,' said Gripper. In 2023, Working Families staff and volunteers campaigned for Democrat Lea Webb in her successful run for New York State Senate. Current Mayor Jared Kraham is running for re-election and plans a campaign kickoff event in the near future. Benji Federman, Chairman of the Broome County Republican Party, released the following statement in response: 'Miles Burnett is an unqualified and now dangerous candidate, signing on to defund the police and champion the fringe policies of the Working Families Party. Miles Burnett should immediately release the questionnaire he filed with the WFP, to receive their endorsement, so Binghamton residents can learn exactly what extreme policies he supports.' Amici Pub and Pizzeria closes after 14 years in business WATCH: DOCCS strike update Business of the Week: American Red Cross New York Working Families Party supporting Miles Burnett for Binghamton Mayor Binghamton University under investigation for antisemitism Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
26-02-2025
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Binghamton DPW prepares parade route for Saturday
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – Wednesday morning, Binghamton DPW was painting the road green, gearing up this weekend's Parade Day festivities. DPW crews have been out for the last two days, removing snow along the parade route, getting it ready for Saturday. This is the 57th year of Parade Day, hosted by the Ancient Order of Hibernians. The parade itself begins at 1:30 at the corner of Fayette and Court Street, featuring several pipe bands, dancers, floats, and much more. Binghamton's Mayor Jared Kraham joined DPW crews this morning, and helped paint the Irish Green line down Court Street. Click here to find a list of parade day activities compiled by News 34. USDA shares plan to combat bird flu and lower egg costs Miles Burnett launches campaign for Binghamton mayor Auchinachie donates to $1,000 to Veteran's Canteen event Binghamton DPW prepares parade route for Saturday Tony Villecco performing Ten Decades of Broadway Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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26-02-2025
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Miles Burnett launches campaign for Binghamton mayor
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – A Southside Binghamton native officially launched his campaign for mayor last night with a petition kickoff party. Democrat Miles Burnett hosted the gathering at Atomic Tom's on State Street Tuesday evening. Burnett says he has a diverse background in leadership, having worked for the New York City Council, as the Executive Director of a non-profit focused on business development and as Deputy Chief of Staff to State Senator Lea Webb. Burnett says he plans to focus on the local issues that truly impact residents' lives, including the housing crisis, public safety, youth services and small business. He also wants to do away with the blue garbage bags that he says is costing the city too much money. Burnett says he wants to build a better Binghamton for everyone. 'I was raised in a family of nurses and firefighters and police officers and teachers, all who taught me the value of public service and the meaning of community. A lot of the challenges that I saw growing up are still challenges that we're facing today. I think that I have the vision and the experience and the love for Binghamton that we need to fix those challenges,' said Burnett. Burnett says he already has hundreds of volunteers and dozens of interns. His supporters were signing petitions and picking up petition packets to help him qualify for the ballot in November. Current Mayor Republican Jared Kraham is expected to announce his re-election plans in the near future. USDA shares plan to combat bird flu and lower egg costs Miles Burnett launches campaign for Binghamton mayor Auchinachie donates to $1,000 to Veteran's Canteen event Binghamton DPW prepares parade route for Saturday Tony Villecco performing Ten Decades of Broadway Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
