Jill Croce
Anchor, Reporter
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Jill Croce joined 12 News in May 2021. She anchors the 10 and 11 p.m. newscasts but reports during the daytime.
Prior to arriving in the Southern Tier, Jill was a morning co-anchor and producer at WVVA, the NBC affiliate in Bluefield, W. Va. The “WVVA Today” morning trio received recognition in 2020 for being the "Best a.m. Newscast from the West Virginia Broadcasters Association."
Jill has major market experience through United States Traffic Network as a traffic producer for CBS 3 in Philadelphia. Every 10 minutes or so she had to assemble new traffic maps, live camera shots, find traffic delays and contact PennDOT for details. The company also had her fill in on WXPN radio as a traffic reporter.
Outside of work you can always find Jill hiking, kayaking or practicing martial arts.
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Since the July presentation, some amendments have been made to the banner, such as color choices.
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The incoming chief is no stranger to the community. Carla Dieg’s latest role with the department has been serving as a school resource officer (SRO) for the area’s high school.
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“This event not only helps with education about the rivers, but it also helps eliminate a lot of the solid waste that goes into the rivers," said Planner Gillian Sloan with Broome County Department of Planning and Economic Development.
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Since late August, to get access to mail or for in-person assistance, Glen Aubrey residents have had to head to Whitney Point via Route 26.
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“Even if one of those kits is used to save a life, then this day was a huge success," said Tioga County Public Health Senior Public Health Educator Kylie Holochak.
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Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Tom McNair said they’ve seen about a 20 percent increase in growth over the last 10 years.
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According to the Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance, about 80 firefighters die by suicide every year, which is 80 too many.
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When it comes to international participation in the event, Matt White with LUMA said it’s almost a year-round endeavor. He said finding world-class art takes time.
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The mayor sees the future upgrade as being an asset to the south side with the opportunity to revitalize this entire commercial corridor.
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“Intercity travel plummeted as soon as the pandemic hit,” said OurBus Co-Founder and Vice President Axel Hellman. “For the past three years, its been gradually recovering. We’ve finally reached the point where there’s about the same amount of people traveling as there were before.”
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“We had all this property sitting here and it just sat here vacant for years,” said Tioga County Deputy Commissioner of Public Works’ Richard Perkins.
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When it comes to the vehicle fleet, wheelchair accessible options are available.
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When it comes to the art program, one artist of many, Brent Houzenga, came all the way from New Orleans to work at 17 Broad St. in Johnson City.
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Rather than a presentation, Russin said the one-on-one conversations give the opportunity to tailor the talks to the residents’ questions.
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Chris Durdon with Windsor Central School District said they are short about two to three bus drivers.
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Since the lifeguard attack, the partnership between local police and the pool staff is stronger than ever.
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Over years to come, proposals for faculty research will have to be pitched to a committee to get a slice of the money.
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A lot of preparation has to happen before doors open for Iron Agave, Courtside Bar & Grill and Stadium 138. However, the conversations are generating a lot of excitement.
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The new facility has multiple floors and is home to a Pal Center, front space area, clothing closet, mother’s resource room, administrative offices and more.
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Due to the village being coined on the federal level as an “economically disadvantaged community,” Spencer said this has helped with funding the study.
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The endeavor began September of last year and the goal is to move in during the middle of August.
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“This opportunity would then utilize the energy here that’s created here, so I think that’s the biggest help to us,” said Chenango County Planning Department Director Shane Butler.
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Over at the Binghamton Vet Center July 26, a presentation was held to go over the concept for a “Greater Binghamton Hometown Heroes” banner campaign and to solicit interested committee members.
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When it comes to the General Aviation Customs & Border Protection facility, physical changes are in the works. The prior maintenance building has been torn down in recent days.
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“We’re going to continue to take comment right up until we finalize the draft of the Farm Bill, which will be mid-September,” said Congressman Marc Molinaro.
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Looking ahead, 988 has a promising future with support from the governor.
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Currently in Phase One for Grippen Park, Parks & Recreation Director Brenda Gowe said the process is more complicated because the space is a floodplain.
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“There’s over 40,000 people in Chenango County,” said Chenango County Planning Department's Matt Gladstone. “If we can get as many as possible to take the survey, that’s really going to benefit everybody.”
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When funding opportunities come up, BMTS will then lean on the survey results to better serve county needs.
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“It makes people stay here so you’re not going to want to go to lunch or dinner someplace else,” said Concessions Co-chair Brian Donlin.
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“There’s not a lot of other services down in this part of the county,” said Executive Director Renee Spear. “We are really the main service provider to help people with all of the things that we do here.”
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Among the many features, expect to see a simulator, a fishing station, putting green and more.
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A state grant helped to make this refresh vision a reality.
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“I don’t think anybody is really left out, it’s a big boost for everybody," said Owner Beth Johnson of the Parkview Inn who is prepping for the event.
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Real Estate Developer John Maczko is looking to have a restaurant tenant, retail space and lofts on the upper floors.
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BGM has never had a self-serve option for general aviation users, but the need has been around.
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Mayor Jared Kraham says this latest effort is about working on long-term solutions, not putting a band-aid on the issues.
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The rehabilitation will include both the interior and exterior once efforts get underway.
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A comprehensive countywide housing assessment marks a first for the county and the results will be used for years.
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One place to benefit is Calvin Coolidge Elementary School, one of three Southern Tier recipients, that will establish the Coolidge Community Garden in the near future.
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The event will offer free admission and free parking.
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“Us bringing attention to this and the media bringing attention makes people think twice about the decisions they’re going to make,” said Chief Brent Dodge with the Johnson City Police Department.
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"We want students feeling accepted and safe in schools and being able to get the help and support that they need," said Supervisor of Community Schools with Broome-Tioga BOCES Sara Fontana
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“I don’t think our plan will succeed if it’s not informed by the people that’s going to be impacted."
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When it comes to the Public Safety Town Halls, this isn’t the last one of 2023 and there are plans to host more in 2024.
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As part of the Southern Tier council, efforts kicked off in Binghamton at the Phelps Mansion Museum May 22.
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The Tioga County tradition has been around for 155 years.
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When someone signs up for one of four total course options, it takes two days to disclose all the information.
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“We exchange time for bikes and bike parts to help the community," said Class Instructor Jacob Rotary.
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To book transportation for a future Tuesday, call 855-373-4040 to be added to the list.
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