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19-05-2025
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Audit alleges NYSEG violations
(WIVT/WBGH) – A third-party audit of NYSEG and its sister company RG&E has resulted in a long list of recommendations and some possible violations. The New York State Public Service Commission ordered the audit in September 2023 as part of its investigation into alleged mismanagement of NYSEG's utility billing systems. According to the PSC, parent company Avangrid underspends on its asset management, contributing to poor electric reliability performance. The auditor also found that Avangrid does not have appropriate controls for the outsourcing of its customer service and that its customer service performance reports have been inaccurate. News 34 reached out to Avangrid to request a response. Click here to read the full news release. New York State DOT remembers fallen highway workers Willow Point appoints new administrator, increases wages for workers Audit alleges NYSEG violations JCC makes reading fun with Literacy Day TCO's annual Opera and Beer event returning this week Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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19-05-2025
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New York State DOT remembers fallen highway workers
KIRKWOOD, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – In the heart of road construction season, the New York State DOT paused to reflect on the lives lost to crashes in highway work zones in our area. Officials from the Department of Transportation Region 9 gathered at the memorial located at the Southern Tier Welcome Center rest area along Interstate 81 in Kirkwood Monday morning. A wreath-laying ceremony honored the eight men who have died in work zone crashes in the region, both DOT employees and workers from contractors doing construction on behalf of DOT. Assistant Commissioner Jim Rusak says the fallen workers each left their homes fully expecting to return home to their families at the end of their shifts. Rusak says despite the pleas to slow down and move over, crashes continue. 'Last year, we had 322 intrusions into work zones in New York State. Resulting in two motorist fatalities, and 138 injuries. Throughout the history of DOT, 58 workers have been killed in work zones. Every one of them are real people, deeply loved by their families who continue to feel the pain of their absence,' said Rusak. This year's ceremony marks the 20th anniversary of a horrific crash on Interstate 81 in the Town of Chenango, near the Castle Creek exit, in which a speeding and inattentive tour bus crashed, causing a chain reaction that claimed the lives of three contractors. Wayne Bonsell, Jason Pessoni, and Jonathon Randall were all employees of Economy Paving. Bonsell's sisters were at today's event. Holley Peterson says her brother was hard working, generous, and had a great sense of humor. 'There's no need for speed. Slow down, watch out for people, it's not worth it, it's not worth it. Take your time. Be patient,' said Peterson. The Town of Chenango deaths spurred New York's Work Zone Safety Act of 2005, which increased the penalties for construction zone infractions. Rusak says the state is also rolling out speed cameras in work zones. He says in the areas where the automated enforcement has been implemented, there have been 425,000 fines mailed to drivers, but, so far, no injuries from crashes. New York State DOT remembers fallen highway workers Willow Point appoints new administrator, increases wages for workers Audit alleges NYSEG violations JCC makes reading fun with Literacy Day TCO's annual Opera and Beer event returning this week Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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19-05-2025
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Business of the Week: Safeguard Binghamton Print and Promo
(WIVT/WBGH) – Safeguard Binghamton Print and Promo is the Greater Binghamton Chamber Business of the Week. Safeguard Business Solutions and Supplies is a 70-year-old company with franchises across the country. Fred Simmons is celebrating his 40th anniversary as a Safeguard franchisee. He sells a wide variety of customized office supplies along with lots of logo'd merchandise such as apparel, hats, mugs, magnets, and more. Simmons says the secret to his success has been feet on the street. He says that while he takes orders online or over the phone, he prefers conducting business face to face, meeting with clients directly, and dropping off samples. 'I've been serving the Southern Tier, not just Greater Binghamton, but the Southern Tier area, and my primary objective is to go into small businesses, non-profit organizations, and profitable organizations to help them succeed, to help them manage and grow their business,' said Simmons. Simmons has been very active in the Chamber over the years, acting as an official ambassador. He's also offering special deals to celebrate his 40 years. You can call him at (607)723-6644 or go online at New York State DOT remembers fallen highway workers Willow Point appoints new administrator, increases wages for workers Audit alleges NYSEG violations JCC makes reading fun with Literacy Day TCO's annual Opera and Beer event returning this week Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
