Emmanuella Justine Pierre
Reporter
Emmanuella Pierre joined the 12 News team as a multimedia journalist in December 2021.
Originally from Maplewood New Jersey, she takes pride in being from the MAPSO (Maplewood and South Orange) district crediting her hometown for making her the well-diverse person she is today.
Emmanuella is a Temple University graduate holding a B.A. in journalism. During her time at Temple, she was a part of the Black Student Union as an Event Coordinator and served some time as a producer and social media chair on The Vibe and a Reporter on The Temp, and A broader View.
She also worked as an Interview specialist for Route Runna Management a marketing/management firm under Def Jam records.
In her spare time Emmanuella loves cooking and trying new recipes she finds on Tik Tok and Instagram. She is also a big foodie and loves to travel to different states and countries to try new foods.
On Thursday, Nov. 30 Broome Tioga BOCES announced the passage of their capital project referendum. Superintendent Rebecca Stone said with the main campus being originally built in 1972 the funding they’ve received for the project will allow them to renovate classrooms to support the needs of students.
With donations ending on Dec 15., help is needed more now than ever.
The Ithaca Tompkins International Airport has been awarded $750,000 in federal funding to expand its services.
Doctor Laura Bronstein is the Dean of the College of Community & Public Affairs at Binghamton University.
Broome County Executive Jason Garnar presented the Varsity Field Hockey Team with a banner and proclamation for their championship win.
The farm said it is proud to be a part of the programs that make their community stronger and healthier.
The podcast shares the human story of the department, its people and the work done to keep New Yorkers safe on the roads.
From 2016 to 2020, more than 800 people have died from drunk-driving-related accidents on this day alone, they said.
The drive is close to its goal of receiving 3,700 turkeys, donations can be made at the Vestal Walmart until 6:30 p.m. on Friday.
Detective for the Broome County Sheriff’s Office Matthew Barcak said during the holiday season there or more packages being delivered to homes. Which is why they are urging people to be aware of porch pirates.
You can make a check to the school or drop off cash to help.
Organizers said this is its biggest fundraising event of the year.
Tioga Opportunities is urging both Broome and Tioga county residents to see if they qualify for the Weatherization Assistance Program.
Lawmakers and advocates across New York are calling on Governor Kathy Hochul to sign a bill that would lower the price of gas and electric utilities.
Truth Pharm is providing overdose recognition and response training this Saturday for people in the community.
The event was held as part of National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
The department was granted the award from Housing & Urban Development to address lead-based paint and safety hazards in low-income houses throughout the county.
Roosevelt Elementary is the only school that teaches students on the north side of Binghamton.
The special event was hosted at the Doubletree Hotel in downtown Binghamton.
Residents can now sign up for “Fraud Alert.”
This is the first of eight properties the Landbank has planned to renovate in the next few years. The first property is expected to be available for purchase in 2024.
The grand opening came following the Southern Tier Food Pantry’s $14,000 grant to the West Learning Center to expand its pantry.
They said it is important to teach residents the survival skills, so it is known what to do in any emergency situation when EMS are not available or there in time.
Tioga Opportunities said the purpose of this group is to celebrate the joys and challenges of fatherhood.
Participating locations for the weekend include the Roberson Museum, Phelps Mansion and the Endicott Visitors Center.
The career day was designed to introduce high school students to career opportunities and potential advancement within the construction industry.
The campus's goal is to expand free access to high-quality workouts and create equitable access to exercise for communities in and around Broome County.
The Discovery Center will have a haunted house, climb to the mad scientist lab atop the tower to learn anatomy, dance your way around the tombstones or take a ride in the magical pumpkin coach.
The organization extended the offer to those living in Broome County, pregnant or have a child under the age of 3 months who are in need of prenatal and infant resources to enter the Diaper Bag Raffle.
On Thursday, Sept. 28 VINES held a dedication ceremony renaming the organization’s first community garden at 26 Columbus Park East in Binghamton after Elder Moses and St. Lucille Cunningham.
County officials will be asking questions such as how floods, storms, heat, cold, and drought affect you and how can Tioga County reduce these impacts.
Tuesday, Broome County Executive Jason Garnar joined Broome-Tioga BOCES officials at the Binghamton Boys & Girls Club as they unveiled a new BOCES program called ACE.
At the event, there was a special presentation and a carfit program that educates elders on features in their cars and how to operate them.
The HEPA filters will be placed in classrooms to help remove airborne contaminants, including viruses.
Situational awareness has helped many stay alive in very dangerous situations and also teaches how to avoid potentially dangerous situations.
The Town of Richford recently purchased a building previously owned by Lourdes Hospital which they are planning to turn into a new town hall.
Participating students and employees will learn skills such as workplace preparation and more.
The floor will feature four one-bedroom suites and two, two-bedroom suites providing a total of 14 beds to accommodate more guests.
The event will take place at the Double Tree Hotel in downtown Binghamton on Oct. 16 from 5 to 7 p.m.
The goal of the awareness week is to educate healthcare professionals on the early detection, prevention and treatment of malnutrition.
The closure is a direct response to staffing shortages, staffing performance and ongoing internal issues, according to Owner Mark Yonaty.
A Manhattan Federal Attorney is threatening to shut down Overdose Prevention Centers causing concern from organizations like Truth Pharm in Binghamton.
Co-owner of Wellness Centered Jennifer Holmberg said during this month everyone should prioritize their wellness and take time for their self-care.
On Tuesday, Aug. 8 the National Weather Service confirmed a tornado touched down in Harford and the Town of Virgil in Cortland County after conducting a storm survey earlier in the day.
12 News will host a meet and greet from noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday and the 12 News morning team will participate in the spiedie cookoff on Sunday.
New plans for an art park after finding out the original site was contaminated by fuel.
She said she wants people to remember that lung cancer can affect anyone.
Due to the pandemic, businesses and property owners weren’t able to move forward with projects and the awarded money.
The fund was given in efforts to develop a downtown strategic investment plan which will help advance the community’s vision for revitalization.
