One of the bigger races locally this year is in the 52nd state senate district, where incumbent Republican Tom Libous of Binghamton is facing a challenge from Democrat Anndrea Starzak. Starzak told WCDO News that her 3 terms as Vestal Town Supervisor gives her a good understanding of what Albany needs to do for the district:

(Anndrea Starzak 10-31-14)

Senator Libous told WCDO News that he has the strong local ties and the clout in Albany to continue to help the 52nd district:

(Tom Libous 10-31-14)

The 52nd district covers Broome as well as much of Chenango & Tioga counties plus Deposit & Hancock in Delaware County.
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The national baseball hall of fame in Cooperstown if waiting for a collection of artifacts from this year’s world series. The san Francisco giants beat the Kansas city royals in a thrilling 7 game series, items will include caps, jerseys, bats and other items used by the managers, coaches & players in the series, the items will be featured in the 2014 Autumn Glory exhibit.
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NYSEG will inspect natural gas transmission rights of way in the Oneonta region next week. The inspections will be done by helicopter, enabling company officials to spot & correct vegetation & encroachment issues that could hinder repair crews. The helicopter inspections will occur November 5th & 6th.
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