Police in Troy have released the names of the 4 victims in a quadruple homicide in a basement apartment. Police reported that the bodies of 5-year-old Shanise Myers, 11-year-old Jeremiah Myers, their mother 36 year old Shanta Myers and 22 year old Brandi Mells were found dead Tuesday afternoon, Police are trying to determine when the murders occurred and who committed the murders. Troy Police are receiving assistance from the State Police.
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The cold temperatures could be sticking around for a while, Sidney High School Science Teacher & Meterologist Rich Townsend comments:

(Rich Townsend 12-28-17)

Residents are reminded to try to avoid Hypothermia & frostbite, by spending only short periods of time outside, Avoid higher elevations, wear items of clothing to cover all skin including Layers of synthetic or wool winter clothing, Warm socks and winter boots, Insulated, wind resistant Hat and gloves or mittens, a Scarf or ski mask as well as Goggles or glasses.
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As a response to the federal tax bill limiting the deduction for state and local taxes, Governor Cuomo signed an executive order allowing New Yorkers to pay their 2018 property taxes in 2017. There has been some confusion locally about who needs to take advantage of this offer, Sidney Town Clerk Lisa French explains:

(Lisa French 12-28-17)

French said that residents should consult their local City, Town or County Tax department or their tax preparer or tax attorney regarding the details, those particicpating need to make their Payments by December 31st.
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After 15 years of absence, Broome County is once again home to African Lions. A new cub recently came to reside at Animal Adventure Park, The female cub is 3 months old, its addition will be will be celebrated on World Lion Day, Friday, August 10th, with the celebrations continuing throughout the weekend.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 34 year old Russell Mills of Delancey for Criminal Mischief. Mills is accused of intentionally preventing another person from placing a 911 phone call to law enforcement during a domestic dispute. Mills was arraigned & was released on his own recognizance; he will reappear in the Town of Hamden Court for further court proceedings at a later date.
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New York Farm Bureau has released its annual “Circle of Friends,” naming 172 New York State Legislators to this year’s list. The “Circle of Friends” honor is based upon each legislator’s voting record on issues of agricultural importance as well as other evidence of legislative support, including sponsorship of bills that New York Farm Bureau has either supported this year. Local “Circle of Friends” recipients for 2017 are State senator’s Fred Akshar, John Bonacic, Jim Seward & Assembly Members Cliff Crouch, Gary Finch, Pete Lopez, Donna Lupardo & Bill Magee.
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The Broome County Legislature approved the proposal to accept $3 million dollars in state money to help turn the former Broome Developmental Center into an Opioid Crisis center operated by a Syracuse Healthcare group. The center could be open as soon as next month, and could treat up to 3200 patients suffering from Opioid Addictions.
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The 2017 Greater Binghamton Job & Career Fair is being held today. Many area employers will have representatives at the Job Fair, which is being held at the Oakdale Mall in Johnson City from 2:00 to 6:00 PM.
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