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WCDO News — Wednesday 7-30-25
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-30-25
Local government sales tax collections totaled $11.9 billion in the first half of 2025, an increase of 3.7% compared to last year, according to State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. 86% of counties experienced a year-over-year increase in first-half collections, with Hamilton County seeing the highest growth at 14.6%, followed by the counties of Delaware (12.9%), Orleans (12.1%) and Chenango (11.7%). Nearly 75% of cities outside of New York City that impose their own sales tax experienced growth in the first half, with Norwich having the largest increase at 19.3%.
The Chenango County Historical Society is inviting interested parties to take part in this year's “Parade of Trees,” ahead of the Holiday Open House on December 7, Society President Jessica Moquin explains:
(Jessica Moquin 7-30-25)
Moquin said that the “People’s Choice” contest, will return with both in-person and virtual visitors voting for their favorite decorated tree by making a donation to that organization’s tree. The winning tree campaign’s earnings will be split evenly between the organization and the Historical Society, more information is available at ChenangoHistorical.org.
The Walton Theatre Preservation Association looking to raise money for newer LED lights, plus fixtures & a digital control board to upgrade the 110 year old Theater's lighting, Association President Jim Rice explains:
(Jim Rice 7-30-25)
Rice said that as part of the fundraising effort, they will be at the Delaware County Fair, August 11-16, 2025, with materials, donation info, and an example of the lighting display. For more information, visit waltontheatre.org.
The Afton Fair will be held a little bit later than usual this year, August 5th through the 9th, Fair President Jason Wicks told WCDO News about the fair highlights:
(Jason Wicks 7-30-25)
More information is available at aftonfair.com.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 7-30-25
State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a horse stolen from a property in the Endicott area. The horse is a neutered male, He is grey with flecks of red and has a darker muzzle. The Horse named "Koda" has dietary issues & was taken from a fenced in property on Struble Road in the town of Union sometime between July 23 and July 24. Anyone with information is urged to call the New York State Police at (607)561-7400, a picture of the horse is available at troopers.ny.gov.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Delhi today from 11 am. - 4 pm., at the Delhi United Ministry, 1 Church Street, to donate blood, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.
Local government sales tax collections totaled $11.9 billion in the first half of 2025, an increase of 3.7% compared to last year, according to State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. 86% of counties experienced a year-over-year increase in first-half collections, with Hamilton County seeing the highest growth at 14.6%, followed by the counties of Delaware (12.9%), Orleans (12.1%) and Chenango (11.7%). Nearly 75% of cities outside of New York City that impose their own sales tax experienced growth in the first half, with Norwich having the largest increase at 19.3%.
The Chenango County Historical Society is inviting interested parties to take part in this year's “Parade of Trees,” ahead of the Holiday Open House on December 7, Society President Jessica Moquin explains:
(Jessica Moquin 7-30-25)
Moquin said that the “People’s Choice” contest, will return with both in-person and virtual visitors voting for their favorite decorated tree by making a donation to that organization’s tree. The winning tree campaign’s earnings will be split evenly between the organization and the Historical Society, more information is available at ChenangoHistorical.org.
The Walton Theatre Preservation Association looking to raise money for newer LED lights, plus fixtures & a digital control board to upgrade the 110 year old Theater's lighting, Association President Jim Rice explains:
(Jim Rice 7-30-25)
Rice said that as part of the fundraising effort, they will be at the Delaware County Fair, August 11-16, 2025, with materials, donation info, and an example of the lighting display. For more information, visit waltontheatre.org.
The Afton Fair will be held a little bit later than usual this year, August 5th through the 9th, Fair President Jason Wicks told WCDO News about the fair highlights:
(Jason Wicks 7-30-25)
More information is available at aftonfair.com.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 7-30-25
State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a horse stolen from a property in the Endicott area. The horse is a neutered male, He is grey with flecks of red and has a darker muzzle. The Horse named "Koda" has dietary issues & was taken from a fenced in property on Struble Road in the town of Union sometime between July 23 and July 24. Anyone with information is urged to call the New York State Police at (607)561-7400, a picture of the horse is available at troopers.ny.gov.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Delhi today from 11 am. - 4 pm., at the Delhi United Ministry, 1 Church Street, to donate blood, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.
WCDO News — Monday 7-21-25
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-21-25
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 39 year old Thomas Kopech of Norwich Friday on an active Arrest Warrant from Town of Plymouth Court from an incident on May 31st, where Kopech allegedly broke into a residence in the Town of Plymouth and assaulted the victims inside the home. Kopech then fled the scene before Deputies responded which resulted in the warrant of arrest. Kopech was arrested without incident and arraigned & was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $10,000 cash bail. Kopec is to appear in court on a later date. Kopech was charged with Burglary, Criminal Mischief, Aggravated Criminal Contempt, Aggravated Sexual Abuse, Criminal Obstruction of Breath/Blood Circulation & Unlawful Imprisonment.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 27 year old Derek Mead of Walton for with 1 count each of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing, Assault and Unlawful Imprisonment, following the investigation into a domestic dispute last Tuesday in the Village of Walton. Mead is accused of being involved in a physical domestic dispute with another person while a child was present. Mead was processed and was turned over to Delaware County Correctional Facility to await Arraignment.
State Police will have 3 Car Seat Safety Checks this week, Technicians will be in Whitney Point Tuesday from 4 pm. – 7 pm. at 2612 Liberty Street, on Wednesday, from 4 pm. 7 pm. & Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00 at the Broome County Fair, at the Whitney Point Fairgrounds. Technicians will make sure the child is fitted in the correct type of seat, that it is installed correctly, more information is available at (607)591-7604.
The Delaware County Business Alliance will recognize several businesses and groups for their service to the county’s business community at its 2025 Business Awards celebration on August 20 at Stonewall Estate in DeLancey. Alliance President Ray Pucci told WCDO News about this year's winners:
(Ray Pucci 7-21-25)
Tickets for the dinner event are $95 per person. Reservations are required and may be made under the Events column at DelawareCounty.org.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-21-25
Warren County 911 received a call from 45 year old Luciano Frattolin of Canada, reporting his 9-year-old daughter Melina Frattolin was missing, with a possible abduction, in Lake George. As the case progressed, law enforcement identified inconsistencies in the father’s account of events and the timeline he provided. The girl was found dead in Ticonderoga, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office has turned the investigation over to State Police. Luciano Frattolin, has been arrested and is currently being held at the Essex County Jail, Luciano Frattolin, the father of Melina Frattolin, was charged with second-degree murder and concealing of a corpse, The investigation is ongoing,
State Police are investigating the accidental death of a East Branch Fire Department Assistant Fire Chief Jason McGlone Thursday night, who was responding to a report of a vehicle that had struck a utility pole on State Highway 30 in the town of Hancock. A preliminary investigation determined that a low-hanging electrical wire was in contact with the top of the fire truck, when Assistant Chief McGlone exited the vehicle and made contact with the metal door and the ground, he was electrocuted and was pronounced deceased. The original crash involved a pickup truck operated by 54 year old Joseph Bellows of Downsville that veered off the roadway, struck a guardrail and utility pole. He was transported to Delaware Valley Hospital, he was charged with Driving While Intoxicated & was issued appearance tickets for Hancock Town Court on September 8th, 2025. The investigation into the firefighter’s death remains ongoing.
Milford Fire Department and several other area Fire Departments responded Friday morning to a structure fire at the Milford Corner Store, 69 South Main Street. The fire spread to surrounding buildings, including a the retail building next door & 2 nearby residences; 2 Milford firefighters were able to rescue an occupant who was trapped on the 2nd floor of one of the involved residential buildings, the patient was treated & released at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown for smoke inhalation, 2 firefighters sustained minor injuries, and were evaluated at the scene & released.
Sidney EMS & State Police responded to a motor vehicle accident on Delaware County Route 4 in Sidney, initial reports suggested that a vehicle rolled off the roadway with 3 possible injuries Sunday at about 5:40 PM Sunday, injured occupants were taken to area hospitals for the treatment of injuries, the cause of the crash is under investigation, The Operator was identified as 20 year old Kadance Maus of Walton.
SFCU announced that they are opening a new Branch in Morris, with a ribbon cutting this week, SFCU's vice president of sales and marketing Andrew Smith explains:
(Andrew Smith 7-21-25)
Smith said that the new branch is open at 132 Main Street in Morris.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 39 year old Thomas Kopech of Norwich Friday on an active Arrest Warrant from Town of Plymouth Court from an incident on May 31st, where Kopech allegedly broke into a residence in the Town of Plymouth and assaulted the victims inside the home. Kopech then fled the scene before Deputies responded which resulted in the warrant of arrest. Kopech was arrested without incident and arraigned & was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $10,000 cash bail. Kopec is to appear in court on a later date. Kopech was charged with Burglary, Criminal Mischief, Aggravated Criminal Contempt, Aggravated Sexual Abuse, Criminal Obstruction of Breath/Blood Circulation & Unlawful Imprisonment.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 27 year old Derek Mead of Walton for with 1 count each of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing, Assault and Unlawful Imprisonment, following the investigation into a domestic dispute last Tuesday in the Village of Walton. Mead is accused of being involved in a physical domestic dispute with another person while a child was present. Mead was processed and was turned over to Delaware County Correctional Facility to await Arraignment.
State Police will have 3 Car Seat Safety Checks this week, Technicians will be in Whitney Point Tuesday from 4 pm. – 7 pm. at 2612 Liberty Street, on Wednesday, from 4 pm. 7 pm. & Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00 at the Broome County Fair, at the Whitney Point Fairgrounds. Technicians will make sure the child is fitted in the correct type of seat, that it is installed correctly, more information is available at (607)591-7604.
The Delaware County Business Alliance will recognize several businesses and groups for their service to the county’s business community at its 2025 Business Awards celebration on August 20 at Stonewall Estate in DeLancey. Alliance President Ray Pucci told WCDO News about this year's winners:
(Ray Pucci 7-21-25)
Tickets for the dinner event are $95 per person. Reservations are required and may be made under the Events column at DelawareCounty.org.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-21-25
Warren County 911 received a call from 45 year old Luciano Frattolin of Canada, reporting his 9-year-old daughter Melina Frattolin was missing, with a possible abduction, in Lake George. As the case progressed, law enforcement identified inconsistencies in the father’s account of events and the timeline he provided. The girl was found dead in Ticonderoga, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office has turned the investigation over to State Police. Luciano Frattolin, has been arrested and is currently being held at the Essex County Jail, Luciano Frattolin, the father of Melina Frattolin, was charged with second-degree murder and concealing of a corpse, The investigation is ongoing,
State Police are investigating the accidental death of a East Branch Fire Department Assistant Fire Chief Jason McGlone Thursday night, who was responding to a report of a vehicle that had struck a utility pole on State Highway 30 in the town of Hancock. A preliminary investigation determined that a low-hanging electrical wire was in contact with the top of the fire truck, when Assistant Chief McGlone exited the vehicle and made contact with the metal door and the ground, he was electrocuted and was pronounced deceased. The original crash involved a pickup truck operated by 54 year old Joseph Bellows of Downsville that veered off the roadway, struck a guardrail and utility pole. He was transported to Delaware Valley Hospital, he was charged with Driving While Intoxicated & was issued appearance tickets for Hancock Town Court on September 8th, 2025. The investigation into the firefighter’s death remains ongoing.
Milford Fire Department and several other area Fire Departments responded Friday morning to a structure fire at the Milford Corner Store, 69 South Main Street. The fire spread to surrounding buildings, including a the retail building next door & 2 nearby residences; 2 Milford firefighters were able to rescue an occupant who was trapped on the 2nd floor of one of the involved residential buildings, the patient was treated & released at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown for smoke inhalation, 2 firefighters sustained minor injuries, and were evaluated at the scene & released.
Sidney EMS & State Police responded to a motor vehicle accident on Delaware County Route 4 in Sidney, initial reports suggested that a vehicle rolled off the roadway with 3 possible injuries Sunday at about 5:40 PM Sunday, injured occupants were taken to area hospitals for the treatment of injuries, the cause of the crash is under investigation, The Operator was identified as 20 year old Kadance Maus of Walton.
SFCU announced that they are opening a new Branch in Morris, with a ribbon cutting this week, SFCU's vice president of sales and marketing Andrew Smith explains:
(Andrew Smith 7-21-25)
Smith said that the new branch is open at 132 Main Street in Morris.
WCDO News — Friday 5-30-25
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-30-25
Norwich City Police Department conducted a no-knock search warrant at 35 Pleasant Street as part of an investigation methamphetamine and fentanyl sales. 10 people were arrested on various drug & Criminal Nuisance charges. Arrested were 55 year old Todd Diamond, 66 Year old Charles Bates, 34 year old Todd Diamond, 52 year old Loreen Diamond, 27 year old Andrew Palmer, 24 year old Stephanie Donnelly, 58 year old Howard Grome, 37 year old Travis Foster, 42 year old Matthew Tiedemann & 29 year old Richard Garreau, all of Norwich. The arrests followed a months-long investigation into drug activity, investigators successfully conducted controlled purchases of the drugs, a search warrant executed Thursday which led to the discovery of a methamphetamine lab inside the home. The State Police Contaminated Crime Scene Emergency Response Team was called in to collect hazardous materials, Norwich Fire and Codes Department condemned the property.
State Police at Troop C in Sidney held their annual Memorial Day Services today as they remembered those State Police members that have passed, Troop C Commanding Officer Major Lucas Shuta comments:
(Major Lucas Shuta 5-30-25)
Freshman Congressman Josh Riley attended today's ceremony, he commented to WCDO about his first 5 months in Congress:
(Congressman Riley 5-30-25)
Congressman Riley said that those with issues can contact his office at 607-242-0200.
17,000 Canadians have been evacuated as active wildfires have charred hundreds of thousands of acres in the country. Forecasters expected that the smoke from the wildfires in Saskatchewan & Manitoba will likely affect the Northeast & south to the Carolina's over the next few days. The fires have burned over 800,000 acres recently in Canada
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-30-25
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 39 year old Richard Terrell of Afton following an investigation into the report of a stolen UTV from the Town of Harpursville. The investigation led Detectives to the Town of Afton, they were able to recover the stolen UTV from that location, the UTV sustained significant damage Terrell was charged with Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, Criminal Mischief, and Criminal Possession of a Weapon. Terrell was taken into custody without incident and arraigned & was held without bail and is to appear in the Town of Afton Court at a later date.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 53 year old Robert Smith of Sidney, for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle, Driving While Ability Impaired by Alcohol, and Operating a Motor Vehicle against Interlock Restrictions, and several other violations following a Traffic Stop in the Town of Unadilla. Smith was found to have a revoked driver’s license in New York State, he was processed and released & will appear in court at a later date.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held today at the Quality Inn on State Highway 23 in Oneonta from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, Appointments can be made at 1-800- REDCROSS, redcrossblood.org or on the Red Cross Blood Donor.
The Sidney Central School District announced the 13th annual Summer Enrichment & Summer Sports Camps, which will run from July 7th to July 31st, Monday through Thursday, The link to register will be found on our school district website. Registration is now open, and slots are limited, & will continue until filled or closed June 6th, more information is available at 607-561-7701.
Norwich City Police Department conducted a no-knock search warrant at 35 Pleasant Street as part of an investigation methamphetamine and fentanyl sales. 10 people were arrested on various drug & Criminal Nuisance charges. Arrested were 55 year old Todd Diamond, 66 Year old Charles Bates, 34 year old Todd Diamond, 52 year old Loreen Diamond, 27 year old Andrew Palmer, 24 year old Stephanie Donnelly, 58 year old Howard Grome, 37 year old Travis Foster, 42 year old Matthew Tiedemann & 29 year old Richard Garreau, all of Norwich. The arrests followed a months-long investigation into drug activity, investigators successfully conducted controlled purchases of the drugs, a search warrant executed Thursday which led to the discovery of a methamphetamine lab inside the home. The State Police Contaminated Crime Scene Emergency Response Team was called in to collect hazardous materials, Norwich Fire and Codes Department condemned the property.
State Police at Troop C in Sidney held their annual Memorial Day Services today as they remembered those State Police members that have passed, Troop C Commanding Officer Major Lucas Shuta comments:
(Major Lucas Shuta 5-30-25)
Freshman Congressman Josh Riley attended today's ceremony, he commented to WCDO about his first 5 months in Congress:
(Congressman Riley 5-30-25)
Congressman Riley said that those with issues can contact his office at 607-242-0200.
17,000 Canadians have been evacuated as active wildfires have charred hundreds of thousands of acres in the country. Forecasters expected that the smoke from the wildfires in Saskatchewan & Manitoba will likely affect the Northeast & south to the Carolina's over the next few days. The fires have burned over 800,000 acres recently in Canada
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-30-25
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 39 year old Richard Terrell of Afton following an investigation into the report of a stolen UTV from the Town of Harpursville. The investigation led Detectives to the Town of Afton, they were able to recover the stolen UTV from that location, the UTV sustained significant damage Terrell was charged with Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, Criminal Mischief, and Criminal Possession of a Weapon. Terrell was taken into custody without incident and arraigned & was held without bail and is to appear in the Town of Afton Court at a later date.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 53 year old Robert Smith of Sidney, for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle, Driving While Ability Impaired by Alcohol, and Operating a Motor Vehicle against Interlock Restrictions, and several other violations following a Traffic Stop in the Town of Unadilla. Smith was found to have a revoked driver’s license in New York State, he was processed and released & will appear in court at a later date.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held today at the Quality Inn on State Highway 23 in Oneonta from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, Appointments can be made at 1-800- REDCROSS, redcrossblood.org or on the Red Cross Blood Donor.
The Sidney Central School District announced the 13th annual Summer Enrichment & Summer Sports Camps, which will run from July 7th to July 31st, Monday through Thursday, The link to register will be found on our school district website. Registration is now open, and slots are limited, & will continue until filled or closed June 6th, more information is available at 607-561-7701.
WCDO News — Thursday 5-1-25
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-1-25
The Southern Tier Music Fest will be held at the airport in Sidney in July, with a number of acts performing throughout the day. VIP Tickets are selling rapidly, according to promoters Ed Curley & Teri Schunk:
(Ed-Teri 5-1-25)
More information and tickets can be found at southerntiermusicfest.com.
President Trump is working to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau which is a federal agency that prevents Americans from getting scammed by big banks and corporations and responds to millions of consumer complaints each year. Trump has attempted to fire nearly 90% of the agency’s staff, including all but one employee of the Office of Financial Protection of Older Americans. Senator Gillibrand said that there other avenues that seniors can use if they are scammed, but it might not be sufficient if the President's cuts are implemented:
(Gillibrand 5-1-25)
Senator Gillibrand said that Older Americans are disproportionately the targets of scams and fraud; in 2023 alone, Americans over age 60 lost $3.4 billion to scams.
The Future for Oneonta Foundation is partnering with Otsego 2000 to develop an operations plan for an Oneonta Farmers’ Market, based on the model that has been working successfully year round in Cooperstown for more than 3 decades, Ellen Pope of Otsego 2000 explains:
(Ellen Pope 5-1-25)
Pope said that are looking for an indoor location close to the Oneonta downtown shopping district, Further details about the building project and market development should be announced in the coming months.
Local government sales tax collections totaled $5.8 billion in the first quarter of 2025, an increase of 3.2% compared to the same quarter last year, according to a report released by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Chenango County saw the highest quarterly growth at 11.8%, followed by Delaware County at 10.4%, & Broome County was 4th at 9.8%. 14 of 18 of the cities outside of New York City that impose their own sales tax experienced year-over-year growth in the first quarter. Norwich had the largest increase at 14.5%.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-1-25
Broome County Sheriff’s Strategic Response Group located 42 year old Christopher Knapp of Binghamton, in Binghamton this week. Knapp was wanted on 4 separate warrants, on charges of Burglary, a Probation Violation, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Failure to Appear. Knapp was observed working on a motorcycle, Upon seeing law enforcement, Knapp ran inside and attempted to escape, struggling briefly with deputies before being successfully taken into custody, he was additionally charged with Obstruction of Governmental Administration, he was processed before being transferred to Johnson City Police to answer for his warrant in that municipality.
5 more corrections officers appeared in Oneida County Court on Wednesday to discuss plea offers related to the beating death of inmate Robert Brooks, at Marcy Correctional Facility in December, none of the 5 reached a decision regarding their offers. The delay was due to all officer's attorneys receiving new discovery information from the prosecution, necessitating more time for their clients to consider options. Nicholas Anzalone and Christopher Walrath, both charged with murder, are scheduled to return to court on May 14 and 19. David Walters, Michael Mashaw, and Michael Fisher, charged with manslaughter, will also be back in court on May 14.
The Southern Tier Music Fest will be held at the airport in Sidney in July, with a number of acts performing throughout the day. VIP Tickets are selling rapidly, according to promoters Ed Curley & Teri Schunk:
(Ed-Teri 5-1-25)
More information and tickets can be found at southerntiermusicfest.com.
President Trump is working to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau which is a federal agency that prevents Americans from getting scammed by big banks and corporations and responds to millions of consumer complaints each year. Trump has attempted to fire nearly 90% of the agency’s staff, including all but one employee of the Office of Financial Protection of Older Americans. Senator Gillibrand said that there other avenues that seniors can use if they are scammed, but it might not be sufficient if the President's cuts are implemented:
(Gillibrand 5-1-25)
Senator Gillibrand said that Older Americans are disproportionately the targets of scams and fraud; in 2023 alone, Americans over age 60 lost $3.4 billion to scams.
The Future for Oneonta Foundation is partnering with Otsego 2000 to develop an operations plan for an Oneonta Farmers’ Market, based on the model that has been working successfully year round in Cooperstown for more than 3 decades, Ellen Pope of Otsego 2000 explains:
(Ellen Pope 5-1-25)
Pope said that are looking for an indoor location close to the Oneonta downtown shopping district, Further details about the building project and market development should be announced in the coming months.
Local government sales tax collections totaled $5.8 billion in the first quarter of 2025, an increase of 3.2% compared to the same quarter last year, according to a report released by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Chenango County saw the highest quarterly growth at 11.8%, followed by Delaware County at 10.4%, & Broome County was 4th at 9.8%. 14 of 18 of the cities outside of New York City that impose their own sales tax experienced year-over-year growth in the first quarter. Norwich had the largest increase at 14.5%.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-1-25
Broome County Sheriff’s Strategic Response Group located 42 year old Christopher Knapp of Binghamton, in Binghamton this week. Knapp was wanted on 4 separate warrants, on charges of Burglary, a Probation Violation, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Failure to Appear. Knapp was observed working on a motorcycle, Upon seeing law enforcement, Knapp ran inside and attempted to escape, struggling briefly with deputies before being successfully taken into custody, he was additionally charged with Obstruction of Governmental Administration, he was processed before being transferred to Johnson City Police to answer for his warrant in that municipality.
5 more corrections officers appeared in Oneida County Court on Wednesday to discuss plea offers related to the beating death of inmate Robert Brooks, at Marcy Correctional Facility in December, none of the 5 reached a decision regarding their offers. The delay was due to all officer's attorneys receiving new discovery information from the prosecution, necessitating more time for their clients to consider options. Nicholas Anzalone and Christopher Walrath, both charged with murder, are scheduled to return to court on May 14 and 19. David Walters, Michael Mashaw, and Michael Fisher, charged with manslaughter, will also be back in court on May 14.
BinghamtonBROOME COUNTY SHERIFF'S STRATEGIC RESPONSE GROUPCHRISTOPHER KNAPPCHRISTOPHER WALRATHComptroller Tom DiNapoliDAVID WALTERSED CURLEYELLEN POPEFUTURE FOR ONEONTA FOUNDATIONMARCY CORRECTIONAL FACILITYMICHAEL FISHERMICHAEL MASHAWNew YorkNICHOLAS ANZALONENYOneontaOtsego 2000ROBERT BROOKSSOUTHERN TIER MUSIC FESTTERI SCHUNKU.S. SENATOR KIRSTEN GILLIBRANDWCDO
WCDO News — Tuesday 4-1-25
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-1-25
Oneonta Police Department concluded their investigation into the report of a deceased female on the railroad tracks early Sunday. An employee of Norfolk Southern Railroad reported the deceased female, Officers from the Oneonta Police Department, State Police and Otsego County District Attorney’s Office & the Otsego County Coroner responded, Investigators learned a 61-year-old female from Pennsylvania became stranded in the Town of Oneonta Saturday, Her vehicle was towed to a garage and she was given a courtesy ride by the Tow Company to a local convenience store. Investigators later learned that the woman ha d history of mental distress. She was reported missing by family Saturday, about 10 hours later, video surveillance showed the woman walking on the railway, at about 3:49 am, moments later a train arrived & video depicts the female laying on the tracks at the time the train passes. The case is being ruled a suicide & the name of the deceased is not being released.
State Department of Labor released local unemployment rates for February, The State's unemployment rate was 4.3% in February, locally, Chenango County had 4.6%, Delaware County 5.2% and Otsego had 5.4% unemployment in February.
4 Towns Forward Community Yard/Garage Sales will be held on Saturday, May 3rd starting at 9:00 am until 2:00 pm, spokesperson Teri Schunk explains:
(Teri Schunk 4-1-25)
Schunk said that for those outside the towns, space in the downtown areas can be reserved by email to dnabinger10@gmail.com, the annual event will be held rain of
shine.
The Binghamton Rumble Ponies announced their 2025 Opening Day roster, with 4 of the top 6 Mets Prospects starting there in Binghamton, and some who excelled in the annual Prospect showcase the "Spring Breakout" game last Month, Team Spokesman Jacob Wilkins explains:
(Jacob Wilkins 4-1-25)
The Rumble Ponies will open the season on the road against the New Hampshire Fisher Cats on Friday, The home opener will be on Tuesday, April 8 against the Hartford Yard Goats at Mirabito Stadium at 6:07 pm.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-1-25
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 58 year old Frederick Clarkson of McDonough for Strangulation, Criminal Mischief, Assault and Menacing, following a Domestic Dispute. Clarkson is accused of causing physical injury, menaced the victim with a blunt object, strangled the victim and took the victim’s phone preventing them from calling 911. Clarkson fled the scene prior to Deputies arriving and was later located in the City of Norwich and was taken into custody without incident, he was arraigned and was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on no bail.
State Police assisted the Susquehanna SPCA with securely removing several animals at properties located on Clark Lane and Pig Farm Lane in the town of New Berlin, after information was developed that the owner of the properties was violating a court order by possessing animals. 3 cows, 1 sheep, 3 dogs and 15 cats were removed and transported to the Susquehanna SPCA. Almost a year ago, over two dozen animals were located deceased and over 100 neglected animals were removed from the same property, 4 people were charged with numerous felonies and misdemeanors from the Agriculture and Markets Law, As a result of court proceedings, the owner of the property was not to own or possess any animals.
Village of Sidney announced that due to a tie on the voting last month for the Village Board of Trustees, a special election will beheld today to break the tie between Patricia Cristelli & Luther Higley, who each had 44 votes. A Runoff Election will be held Today in the 1st floor Board room at the Civic Center at 21 Liberty Street from 12pm – 9pm.
Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation will formally integrate into 1 company under the name “Toyota Material Handling North America” effective April 1. Raymond President Michael Field explains:
(Michael Field 1-10-25)
Toyota acquired The Raymond Corporation in 2001, people are still invited to apply for work at the facility as they plan more hiring of personnel, more information is available at careers.raymondcorp.com.
Oneonta Police Department concluded their investigation into the report of a deceased female on the railroad tracks early Sunday. An employee of Norfolk Southern Railroad reported the deceased female, Officers from the Oneonta Police Department, State Police and Otsego County District Attorney’s Office & the Otsego County Coroner responded, Investigators learned a 61-year-old female from Pennsylvania became stranded in the Town of Oneonta Saturday, Her vehicle was towed to a garage and she was given a courtesy ride by the Tow Company to a local convenience store. Investigators later learned that the woman ha d history of mental distress. She was reported missing by family Saturday, about 10 hours later, video surveillance showed the woman walking on the railway, at about 3:49 am, moments later a train arrived & video depicts the female laying on the tracks at the time the train passes. The case is being ruled a suicide & the name of the deceased is not being released.
State Department of Labor released local unemployment rates for February, The State's unemployment rate was 4.3% in February, locally, Chenango County had 4.6%, Delaware County 5.2% and Otsego had 5.4% unemployment in February.
4 Towns Forward Community Yard/Garage Sales will be held on Saturday, May 3rd starting at 9:00 am until 2:00 pm, spokesperson Teri Schunk explains:
(Teri Schunk 4-1-25)
Schunk said that for those outside the towns, space in the downtown areas can be reserved by email to dnabinger10@gmail.com, the annual event will be held rain of
shine.
The Binghamton Rumble Ponies announced their 2025 Opening Day roster, with 4 of the top 6 Mets Prospects starting there in Binghamton, and some who excelled in the annual Prospect showcase the "Spring Breakout" game last Month, Team Spokesman Jacob Wilkins explains:
(Jacob Wilkins 4-1-25)
The Rumble Ponies will open the season on the road against the New Hampshire Fisher Cats on Friday, The home opener will be on Tuesday, April 8 against the Hartford Yard Goats at Mirabito Stadium at 6:07 pm.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-1-25
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 58 year old Frederick Clarkson of McDonough for Strangulation, Criminal Mischief, Assault and Menacing, following a Domestic Dispute. Clarkson is accused of causing physical injury, menaced the victim with a blunt object, strangled the victim and took the victim’s phone preventing them from calling 911. Clarkson fled the scene prior to Deputies arriving and was later located in the City of Norwich and was taken into custody without incident, he was arraigned and was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on no bail.
State Police assisted the Susquehanna SPCA with securely removing several animals at properties located on Clark Lane and Pig Farm Lane in the town of New Berlin, after information was developed that the owner of the properties was violating a court order by possessing animals. 3 cows, 1 sheep, 3 dogs and 15 cats were removed and transported to the Susquehanna SPCA. Almost a year ago, over two dozen animals were located deceased and over 100 neglected animals were removed from the same property, 4 people were charged with numerous felonies and misdemeanors from the Agriculture and Markets Law, As a result of court proceedings, the owner of the property was not to own or possess any animals.
Village of Sidney announced that due to a tie on the voting last month for the Village Board of Trustees, a special election will beheld today to break the tie between Patricia Cristelli & Luther Higley, who each had 44 votes. A Runoff Election will be held Today in the 1st floor Board room at the Civic Center at 21 Liberty Street from 12pm – 9pm.
Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation will formally integrate into 1 company under the name “Toyota Material Handling North America” effective April 1. Raymond President Michael Field explains:
(Michael Field 1-10-25)
Toyota acquired The Raymond Corporation in 2001, people are still invited to apply for work at the facility as they plan more hiring of personnel, more information is available at careers.raymondcorp.com.
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WCDO News — Tuesday 3-25-25
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-25-25
Delaware County Sheriff Deputies conducted a traffic stop on State Highway 206 in the Town of Colchester, 45-year-old Steven Caiati of Starlight, Pennsylvania was charged with Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs and several lesser traffic violations. Deputies located Methamphetamine & a firearm with a high-capacity magazine. Caiati was a convicted felon and was not permitted to be in possession of a firearm, he was Unlicensed Operator, all violations in the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law. Caiati was additionally charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Tampering with Physical Evidence, & Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Caiati was transported to the Delaware County Correctional Facility to await Centralized Arraignment Court.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 57 year old Terry McConnell of Guilford Thursday, after he allegedly causing a disturbance at the Town of Norwich Court. McConnell was charged with criminal contempt following the March 13 incident, McConnell initially entered the courtroom and began acting disorderly, after being told to leave, McConnell allegedly exited but returned shortly afterward. McConnell again acted disruptively and refused to comply with orders. McConnell was taken into custody at the scene without incident. He was processed and released on an appearance ticket to return to Town of Norwich Court at a later date.
State Police at Troop C on State Route 7, are holding a child's car seat safety check today. The event will be held between 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Troop C Headquarters, more information is available at 607-561-7400.
The State DEC issued a clarification regarding the state wide Burn ban on now through May 14th. Wildfires commonly occur in the spring during dry and windy conditions, and open burning is the single greatest cause of wildfires in NYS. Open burning of brush, limbs and branches is prohibited. Backyard fire pits, small cooking fires, and small campfires are still okay, but these can never be left unattended.
The Northeast Classic Car Museum announced that Tickets are on sale through Tuesday, October 14, 2025, this year they will raffle off a 2025 Mustang Convertible. The drawing will be held at 9:30 am on Thursday, October 23, 2025 in the Lobby of the Museum, you do not need to be present to win. more information and rules of the contest can be found at classiccarmuseum.org. Proceeds benefit Northeast Classic Car Museum,
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-25-25
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement were in the village of Sidney Monday, they are believed to have detained 4 people, who are believed to have been working for Alpine Roofing. Local Law enforcement were not involved in the raid.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 42 year old Christopher DeMarco of Unadilla, for Unlawful Surveillance, Sex Offender Failure to Notify Change of Address & Endangering the Welfare of a Child, following an investigation of Sex Offender unlawfully secretly recording a juvenile victim while the victim was changing, with a cell phone. DeMarco also had 4 internet accounts not registered on the State Sex Offender Registry. DeMarco was taken into custody Monday following the execution of a search warrant, he was processed and lodged in the Otsego County Correctional Facility to await Centralized Arraignment. An order of protection was requested on behalf of the victim. The investigation is on-going and additional charges are pending.
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 23 year old Michael McWeeney of Afton for Criminal Contempt, Burglary, Grand Larceny and Criminal Possession of a Weapon. McWeeney was arrested following an investigation in to stolen firearms, he is accused of unlawfully entering a structure where he stole several firearms,he also violated an order of protection. All firearms were recovered by the Sheriff’s Office. McWeeney was arraigned & was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional facility on cash bail.
Commerce Chenango's 2nd annual Women's Leadership Conference will be held today at the Canasawacta County Club in Norwich, about 225 are expected to attend, the keynote speaker will be Barbara Schindler of Golden Artists Colors.
The Cullman Child Development Center in Sidney will have their annual Summer educational series for area Children, with a Soap Box Derby day in Unadilla on Sunday July 13th, Unadilla Mayor Jake Cotten explains:
(Jake Cotten 3-25-25)
Cotten said that the events will start at 12:00 Noon and will follow that Unadilla Carnival of Sales to be held that Saturday July 12th.
Delaware County Sheriff Deputies conducted a traffic stop on State Highway 206 in the Town of Colchester, 45-year-old Steven Caiati of Starlight, Pennsylvania was charged with Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs and several lesser traffic violations. Deputies located Methamphetamine & a firearm with a high-capacity magazine. Caiati was a convicted felon and was not permitted to be in possession of a firearm, he was Unlicensed Operator, all violations in the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law. Caiati was additionally charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Tampering with Physical Evidence, & Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Caiati was transported to the Delaware County Correctional Facility to await Centralized Arraignment Court.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 57 year old Terry McConnell of Guilford Thursday, after he allegedly causing a disturbance at the Town of Norwich Court. McConnell was charged with criminal contempt following the March 13 incident, McConnell initially entered the courtroom and began acting disorderly, after being told to leave, McConnell allegedly exited but returned shortly afterward. McConnell again acted disruptively and refused to comply with orders. McConnell was taken into custody at the scene without incident. He was processed and released on an appearance ticket to return to Town of Norwich Court at a later date.
State Police at Troop C on State Route 7, are holding a child's car seat safety check today. The event will be held between 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Troop C Headquarters, more information is available at 607-561-7400.
The State DEC issued a clarification regarding the state wide Burn ban on now through May 14th. Wildfires commonly occur in the spring during dry and windy conditions, and open burning is the single greatest cause of wildfires in NYS. Open burning of brush, limbs and branches is prohibited. Backyard fire pits, small cooking fires, and small campfires are still okay, but these can never be left unattended.
The Northeast Classic Car Museum announced that Tickets are on sale through Tuesday, October 14, 2025, this year they will raffle off a 2025 Mustang Convertible. The drawing will be held at 9:30 am on Thursday, October 23, 2025 in the Lobby of the Museum, you do not need to be present to win. more information and rules of the contest can be found at classiccarmuseum.org. Proceeds benefit Northeast Classic Car Museum,
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-25-25
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement were in the village of Sidney Monday, they are believed to have detained 4 people, who are believed to have been working for Alpine Roofing. Local Law enforcement were not involved in the raid.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 42 year old Christopher DeMarco of Unadilla, for Unlawful Surveillance, Sex Offender Failure to Notify Change of Address & Endangering the Welfare of a Child, following an investigation of Sex Offender unlawfully secretly recording a juvenile victim while the victim was changing, with a cell phone. DeMarco also had 4 internet accounts not registered on the State Sex Offender Registry. DeMarco was taken into custody Monday following the execution of a search warrant, he was processed and lodged in the Otsego County Correctional Facility to await Centralized Arraignment. An order of protection was requested on behalf of the victim. The investigation is on-going and additional charges are pending.
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 23 year old Michael McWeeney of Afton for Criminal Contempt, Burglary, Grand Larceny and Criminal Possession of a Weapon. McWeeney was arrested following an investigation in to stolen firearms, he is accused of unlawfully entering a structure where he stole several firearms,he also violated an order of protection. All firearms were recovered by the Sheriff’s Office. McWeeney was arraigned & was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional facility on cash bail.
Commerce Chenango's 2nd annual Women's Leadership Conference will be held today at the Canasawacta County Club in Norwich, about 225 are expected to attend, the keynote speaker will be Barbara Schindler of Golden Artists Colors.
The Cullman Child Development Center in Sidney will have their annual Summer educational series for area Children, with a Soap Box Derby day in Unadilla on Sunday July 13th, Unadilla Mayor Jake Cotten explains:
(Jake Cotten 3-25-25)
Cotten said that the events will start at 12:00 Noon and will follow that Unadilla Carnival of Sales to be held that Saturday July 12th.
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WCDO News — Tuesday 3-18-25
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-18-25
The State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for January 2025. The State's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held constant at 4.4% in January, locally, Chenango County had 4.4% unemployment, Delaware County 4.9% & Otsego County 5.3%.
The Tri County Senior Center at 43 Pearl Street in Sidney, will have an open House Friday evening to showcase the array of activities & programs that they offer, that senior may be interested in, Spokesperson Carol Allen explains:
(Carol Allen 3-18-25)
The Open House will be from 6:00 to 8:00 PM with the entrance in the right rear of the former Hospital building, more information is available at 563-8065.
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for their annual awards, for Citizen of the Years, plus Business and non profit of the years. Nominations are due by this Thursday March 20th, email the nominations to sidneychamberny@gmail.com, the forms are available online at files.constantcontact.com. The Annual Recognition Dinner, Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Club 55 in Sidney.
More concerts & stand up comedy shows are coming to Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta, including 1 big name at the end of the month, according to spokesman Geoff Doyle:
(Geoff Doyle 3-18-25)
Tickets for the Tom Green show & others can be found at foothillspac.org.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-18-25
Chobani is gifting $250,000 each to infrastructure projects in Central New York, including for the Unadilla Community Farm's buildout of a solar-powered commercial kitchen and classroom space in West Edmeston, the kitchen will turn fresh harvests into nutritious meals for those in need, will also double as a teaching space for the Unadilla Community Farm's Beginning Farmer Training Program. Food made on-site will be donated to regional food pantries.
State Police are continuing with their St. Patrick’s Day special detail through today. Drivers can still expect to encounter DWI patrols, sobriety checkpoints, State Police will also be ticketing distracted drivers, and they will also conduct underage drinking and unlawful sales to minors details during the campaign. Last year, Troopers arrested 132 people for DWI, issued 124 tickets for distracted driving and 5,576 tickets in total.
The Broome County Sheriff's Office announced that Applications are being accepted through April 1st for their annual summer camp for children from ages 9 through 12, for the weeks of June 29-July 5 and August 3-9. Children from economically challenged families and those who can benefit from positive interaction with deputy sheriffs should apply, Camp occurs at Keuka Lake in Penn Yan. Page 1 of the application packet is due on April 1st and the remaining 3 pages must be completed by a doctor, it is due by May 1st. For more information or an application, call 607-778-6543 or visit the Broome County Sheriff's Office.
The State DOT Reminds motorists that starting today, culvert work will begin on State Route 17 westbound in the Town of Sanford. Drivers should follow the posted detour using Exit 83, left onto Broome County Route 28 west for half a mile, then left back onto SR 17. Access for oversized vehicles will be restricted throughout the closure, which is expected to last 2 weeks.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their General Membership meeting this morning, the meeting will begin at 7:30 in the back of Bob's Diner
Village Elections are being held throughout the state today, where constituents will be voting for mayors and/or village board members, check with your village clerk for more information on polling places and candidates.
The State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for January 2025. The State's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held constant at 4.4% in January, locally, Chenango County had 4.4% unemployment, Delaware County 4.9% & Otsego County 5.3%.
The Tri County Senior Center at 43 Pearl Street in Sidney, will have an open House Friday evening to showcase the array of activities & programs that they offer, that senior may be interested in, Spokesperson Carol Allen explains:
(Carol Allen 3-18-25)
The Open House will be from 6:00 to 8:00 PM with the entrance in the right rear of the former Hospital building, more information is available at 563-8065.
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for their annual awards, for Citizen of the Years, plus Business and non profit of the years. Nominations are due by this Thursday March 20th, email the nominations to sidneychamberny@gmail.com, the forms are available online at files.constantcontact.com. The Annual Recognition Dinner, Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Club 55 in Sidney.
More concerts & stand up comedy shows are coming to Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta, including 1 big name at the end of the month, according to spokesman Geoff Doyle:
(Geoff Doyle 3-18-25)
Tickets for the Tom Green show & others can be found at foothillspac.org.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-18-25
Chobani is gifting $250,000 each to infrastructure projects in Central New York, including for the Unadilla Community Farm's buildout of a solar-powered commercial kitchen and classroom space in West Edmeston, the kitchen will turn fresh harvests into nutritious meals for those in need, will also double as a teaching space for the Unadilla Community Farm's Beginning Farmer Training Program. Food made on-site will be donated to regional food pantries.
State Police are continuing with their St. Patrick’s Day special detail through today. Drivers can still expect to encounter DWI patrols, sobriety checkpoints, State Police will also be ticketing distracted drivers, and they will also conduct underage drinking and unlawful sales to minors details during the campaign. Last year, Troopers arrested 132 people for DWI, issued 124 tickets for distracted driving and 5,576 tickets in total.
The Broome County Sheriff's Office announced that Applications are being accepted through April 1st for their annual summer camp for children from ages 9 through 12, for the weeks of June 29-July 5 and August 3-9. Children from economically challenged families and those who can benefit from positive interaction with deputy sheriffs should apply, Camp occurs at Keuka Lake in Penn Yan. Page 1 of the application packet is due on April 1st and the remaining 3 pages must be completed by a doctor, it is due by May 1st. For more information or an application, call 607-778-6543 or visit the Broome County Sheriff's Office.
The State DOT Reminds motorists that starting today, culvert work will begin on State Route 17 westbound in the Town of Sanford. Drivers should follow the posted detour using Exit 83, left onto Broome County Route 28 west for half a mile, then left back onto SR 17. Access for oversized vehicles will be restricted throughout the closure, which is expected to last 2 weeks.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their General Membership meeting this morning, the meeting will begin at 7:30 in the back of Bob's Diner
Village Elections are being held throughout the state today, where constituents will be voting for mayors and/or village board members, check with your village clerk for more information on polling places and candidates.
WCDO News — Thursday 2-27-25
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 2-27-25
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35 year old Cody Borawa of Afton for Aggravated Harassment and Stalking. The investigation determined that over the course of 6 months Borawa attempted to contact the victim through emails, fake phone numbers, text messages, phone calls, third party contact through family & friends, and social media accounts after repeatedly being told to have no further communication with the victim. Borawa was released on an appearance ticket for the above charges and is to appear in the Town of Afton Court at a later date.
43 year old Jamie Viviano of Binghamton pleaded guilty in Broome County Court to 2nd degree Burglary, after Viviano’s involvement in two separate burglaries. On August 5, 2024, Viviano unlawfully entered a residential building in Binghamton, where he stole coins from a washing machine dispenser, he repeated this crime on December 13th but during the second incident, he escalated his behavior by brandishing a knife and threatening a worker at the housing complex while stealing more quarters from the machine. Viviano had already pleaded guilty to 3rd degree burglary last November for a separate incident, due to the nature of the new conviction, his sentence will be enhanced, when he is sentenced in May to 6 years in state prison, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision.
The Chenango County Historical Society launches the 2025 museum season with special Saturday hours from 10 am. to 4 pm. on March 1. The Community Gallery will host the works of a well known Chenango County Author & Illustrator, according to Historical society director Jessica Moquin:
(Jessica Moquin 2-27-25)
Bloom has published more than 20 books for children, including translations in Danish, French, German, and Korean. The 2025 museum season also features the launch of a new digital engagement experience, with an app that allows visitors to enhance their exhibit experience through audio clips, videos, and more. More information is available at ChenangoHistorical.org about this and other museum programs.
Broadway In Binghamton is bring back the "Addams Family" in next month at the Forum Theatre in Binghamton, Murphy Fauci of NAC Entertainment explains:
(Murphy Fauci 2-27-25)
Tickets are available for the March 11th & 12th shows at BroadwayInBinghamton.com or by calling 607-772-1391.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 2-27-25
48-year-old Scott Mawhiney of Deposit, was sentenced to 30 years to life in prison in Broome County Court on Wednesday, after being found guilty of attempted murder & numerous other charges for the shooting of Trooper Ryan Thorp in 2021. Mawhiney shot at the trooper, missed him, but hit his patrol car, sending numerous metal fragments into Thorp’s arm, the injuries ended Thorp's career.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 41 year old Jason Chase of Norwich & 21 year old Danielle Froelich of Cincinnatus, following a traffic stop recently in Sherburne. Both were charged with various drug charges after packaged drugs and related materials were found during a traffic stop. Chase was wanted on an active warrant for a violent felony issued by Chenango County Court. Chase was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility without bail and scheduled to appear in Town of Sherburne Court at a later date. Froelich was arraigned and released on an appearance ticket and is also scheduled to appear in Town of Sherburne Court at a later date.
41 year old Robert Wilson was sentenced in Broome County Court to 8 years in State Prison followed by 3 years of post-release supervision for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and Criminal Possession of a Weapon. Last July, the Broome County Special Investigations Unit executed a narcotics search warrant in Binghamton, officers seized methamphetamine, cocaine, fentanyl, packaging materials, a digital scale, and $7,796 cash from suspected drug sales.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested Jesse Moore of North Norwich for Criminal Mischief, Harassment, & Assault, for allegedly injuring 2 people during an altercation on February 3rd. Moore was arraigned and remanded to the Chenango County Jail.
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35 year old Cody Borawa of Afton for Aggravated Harassment and Stalking. The investigation determined that over the course of 6 months Borawa attempted to contact the victim through emails, fake phone numbers, text messages, phone calls, third party contact through family & friends, and social media accounts after repeatedly being told to have no further communication with the victim. Borawa was released on an appearance ticket for the above charges and is to appear in the Town of Afton Court at a later date.
43 year old Jamie Viviano of Binghamton pleaded guilty in Broome County Court to 2nd degree Burglary, after Viviano’s involvement in two separate burglaries. On August 5, 2024, Viviano unlawfully entered a residential building in Binghamton, where he stole coins from a washing machine dispenser, he repeated this crime on December 13th but during the second incident, he escalated his behavior by brandishing a knife and threatening a worker at the housing complex while stealing more quarters from the machine. Viviano had already pleaded guilty to 3rd degree burglary last November for a separate incident, due to the nature of the new conviction, his sentence will be enhanced, when he is sentenced in May to 6 years in state prison, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision.
The Chenango County Historical Society launches the 2025 museum season with special Saturday hours from 10 am. to 4 pm. on March 1. The Community Gallery will host the works of a well known Chenango County Author & Illustrator, according to Historical society director Jessica Moquin:
(Jessica Moquin 2-27-25)
Bloom has published more than 20 books for children, including translations in Danish, French, German, and Korean. The 2025 museum season also features the launch of a new digital engagement experience, with an app that allows visitors to enhance their exhibit experience through audio clips, videos, and more. More information is available at ChenangoHistorical.org about this and other museum programs.
Broadway In Binghamton is bring back the "Addams Family" in next month at the Forum Theatre in Binghamton, Murphy Fauci of NAC Entertainment explains:
(Murphy Fauci 2-27-25)
Tickets are available for the March 11th & 12th shows at BroadwayInBinghamton.com or by calling 607-772-1391.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 2-27-25
48-year-old Scott Mawhiney of Deposit, was sentenced to 30 years to life in prison in Broome County Court on Wednesday, after being found guilty of attempted murder & numerous other charges for the shooting of Trooper Ryan Thorp in 2021. Mawhiney shot at the trooper, missed him, but hit his patrol car, sending numerous metal fragments into Thorp’s arm, the injuries ended Thorp's career.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 41 year old Jason Chase of Norwich & 21 year old Danielle Froelich of Cincinnatus, following a traffic stop recently in Sherburne. Both were charged with various drug charges after packaged drugs and related materials were found during a traffic stop. Chase was wanted on an active warrant for a violent felony issued by Chenango County Court. Chase was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility without bail and scheduled to appear in Town of Sherburne Court at a later date. Froelich was arraigned and released on an appearance ticket and is also scheduled to appear in Town of Sherburne Court at a later date.
41 year old Robert Wilson was sentenced in Broome County Court to 8 years in State Prison followed by 3 years of post-release supervision for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and Criminal Possession of a Weapon. Last July, the Broome County Special Investigations Unit executed a narcotics search warrant in Binghamton, officers seized methamphetamine, cocaine, fentanyl, packaging materials, a digital scale, and $7,796 cash from suspected drug sales.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested Jesse Moore of North Norwich for Criminal Mischief, Harassment, & Assault, for allegedly injuring 2 people during an altercation on February 3rd. Moore was arraigned and remanded to the Chenango County Jail.
WCDO News — Monday 2-10-25
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 2-10-25
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies observed a vehicle recently traveling at a very slow rate of speed, & serving on State Highway 28. Deputies identified the operator as 38-year-old Casey Manwarren of Delhi, Deputies determined that Manwarren’s privileges to operate a motor vehicle was revoked and that a passenger in the vehicle, 47-year-old Jodi Alvarez had an active arrest warrant from State Police. Deputies located a quantity of Fentanyl, scales and packaging materials. Manwarren was charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle and several lesser traffic violation, he was released on appearance tickets for the Town of Andes Court at a later date. Jodi Alvarez was also arrested on the warrant & was turned over State Troopers, she was charged with Criminal Possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell, Tampering with physical Evidence and 2 counts of Criminally using drug paraphernalia Alvarez held for arraignment at the Delaware County Correctional Facility.
The State Department of Health has launched a new weekly report summarizing infectious disease outbreaks. The report will be updated every Friday and will include information on infectious disease trends and outbreaks occurring across the globe with the potential to pose a health risk to New Yorkers. The reports are available at health.ny.gov/statistics.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies observed a vehicle parked in Delhi, occupied by an individual known to have an active arrest warrant. Deputies identified the operator as 37-year-old Elyse Logan of Andes, whose driving privileges had been suspended. Deputies arrested Logan for 2 counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance, aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle among other charges, 45 year old Nathan Diamond of Andes was charged for 2 counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance, 29 year old David Piskacek of Andes was charged for 2 counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance, all 3 were released on appearance tickets for the Town of Delhi Court.
The State DEC announced the acquisition of more than 190 acres in the Chenango County town of Plymouth to Pharsalia Woods State Forest, which will permanently conserve Round Pond and surrounding wetlands and grows the forest to 9,469 total acres. Round Pond and the surrounding wetlands provide vital habitat for several rare plants and a variety of resident and migratory bird species. Pharsalia Woods State Forest is part of the 54,409-acre Pharsalia Woods Important Bird Area designated by the National Audubon Society. Maps and additional information can be found at dec.ny.gov.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 2-10-25
State Police responded Friday to a crash on State Route 12 in the town of Greene, where a tractor trailer sideswiped a Ford that was waiting to turn into Chenango Sales, the tractor trailer continued & struck a Dodge Ram Pick Up head-on, the tractor trailer then continued into the Chenango Sales lot striking multiple unoccupied new vehicles. The driver of the Dodge Ram was transported to Wilson Medical Center, a passenger in the Dodge Ram was airlifted to Packer Hospital. The driver of the Ford was transported to Wilson, the driver of the tractor trailer was transported to a local hospital. DEC Spill Response cleaned up the oil and fuel that spilled. The investigation is on-going.
State Police responded to an accident on Delaware County Highway 23 in the Town of Sidney Saturday at about 1:00 PM. State Police reported that a Chevrolet pick-up driven by 23 year old Victor Gonzalez-Salazar of Middletown, was making a lefft turn from Crane Hill Road onto County Route & collided with a GMC pick-up driven by 67 year old Leon Boyles of Walton. Boyles pick-up went up an embankment & came to rest on the highway, the Gonzalez-Salazar vehicle ended up in the ditch. Gonzalez-Salazar was taken to Wilson Hospital for non-life threatening injuries, a 27 year old Female passenger in his vehicle was also brought to Wilson, 3 other occupants were checked out at the scene & were released. Boyles was brought to AO Fox Hospital's Tri-Town Campus in Sidney, his passenger, a 54 year old female was brought to Wilson Hospital.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies observed a vehicle recently traveling at a very slow rate of speed, & serving on State Highway 28. Deputies identified the operator as 38-year-old Casey Manwarren of Delhi, Deputies determined that Manwarren’s privileges to operate a motor vehicle was revoked and that a passenger in the vehicle, 47-year-old Jodi Alvarez had an active arrest warrant from State Police. Deputies located a quantity of Fentanyl, scales and packaging materials. Manwarren was charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle and several lesser traffic violation, he was released on appearance tickets for the Town of Andes Court at a later date. Jodi Alvarez was also arrested on the warrant & was turned over State Troopers, she was charged with Criminal Possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell, Tampering with physical Evidence and 2 counts of Criminally using drug paraphernalia Alvarez held for arraignment at the Delaware County Correctional Facility.
The State Department of Health has launched a new weekly report summarizing infectious disease outbreaks. The report will be updated every Friday and will include information on infectious disease trends and outbreaks occurring across the globe with the potential to pose a health risk to New Yorkers. The reports are available at health.ny.gov/statistics.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies observed a vehicle parked in Delhi, occupied by an individual known to have an active arrest warrant. Deputies identified the operator as 37-year-old Elyse Logan of Andes, whose driving privileges had been suspended. Deputies arrested Logan for 2 counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance, aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle among other charges, 45 year old Nathan Diamond of Andes was charged for 2 counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance, 29 year old David Piskacek of Andes was charged for 2 counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance, all 3 were released on appearance tickets for the Town of Delhi Court.
The State DEC announced the acquisition of more than 190 acres in the Chenango County town of Plymouth to Pharsalia Woods State Forest, which will permanently conserve Round Pond and surrounding wetlands and grows the forest to 9,469 total acres. Round Pond and the surrounding wetlands provide vital habitat for several rare plants and a variety of resident and migratory bird species. Pharsalia Woods State Forest is part of the 54,409-acre Pharsalia Woods Important Bird Area designated by the National Audubon Society. Maps and additional information can be found at dec.ny.gov.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 2-10-25
State Police responded Friday to a crash on State Route 12 in the town of Greene, where a tractor trailer sideswiped a Ford that was waiting to turn into Chenango Sales, the tractor trailer continued & struck a Dodge Ram Pick Up head-on, the tractor trailer then continued into the Chenango Sales lot striking multiple unoccupied new vehicles. The driver of the Dodge Ram was transported to Wilson Medical Center, a passenger in the Dodge Ram was airlifted to Packer Hospital. The driver of the Ford was transported to Wilson, the driver of the tractor trailer was transported to a local hospital. DEC Spill Response cleaned up the oil and fuel that spilled. The investigation is on-going.
State Police responded to an accident on Delaware County Highway 23 in the Town of Sidney Saturday at about 1:00 PM. State Police reported that a Chevrolet pick-up driven by 23 year old Victor Gonzalez-Salazar of Middletown, was making a lefft turn from Crane Hill Road onto County Route & collided with a GMC pick-up driven by 67 year old Leon Boyles of Walton. Boyles pick-up went up an embankment & came to rest on the highway, the Gonzalez-Salazar vehicle ended up in the ditch. Gonzalez-Salazar was taken to Wilson Hospital for non-life threatening injuries, a 27 year old Female passenger in his vehicle was also brought to Wilson, 3 other occupants were checked out at the scene & were released. Boyles was brought to AO Fox Hospital's Tri-Town Campus in Sidney, his passenger, a 54 year old female was brought to Wilson Hospital.
WCDO News — Monday 1-20-25
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-20-25
The Raymond Corporation in Greene is holding a job Fair tomorrow at their Facility in Greene, Raymond President Michael Field Comments:
(Michael Field 1-21-25)
The Job Fair will run from 12:00 Noon until 6:00 PM< more information is available at info.raymondcorp.com/jobfair
Governor Hochul will present the Fiscal Year 2026 Executive Budget on Tuesday, January 21st at 1:00 PM, at the New York State Capitol Red Room in Albany. The budget will outline how much the governor is looking to spend on programs unveiled last week in the State of the State Address.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce is holding their next General Membership meeting tomorrow morning. The meeting will begin @ 7:30 am at the back of Bob's Diner.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-20-25
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies & the Delhi Police Department with a suspicious person/drug complaint in Delhi. The Delhi Police Department located 1 of the suspected vehicles, while Deputies located the second vehicle. Deputies located a quantity of Fentanyl, Methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia and a loaded handgun within the vehicle and on the occupants. Deputies arrested 29 year old Kenneth Dillmann of Stamford on various drug & weapons charges, plus Aggravated Unlicensed Operator, Also arrested was 23 year old Deanna Eignor of Delhi for various drug & weapons charges, Additionally, a third unidentified individual was arrested and charged with driving while ability is impaired by the use of drugs by the Delhi Police Department. All 3 were transported to the Delaware County Sheriffs Office to await the Centralized Processing Arraignment Court.
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 41 year old Shawn Taylor of Utica on a variety of drug charges following a a month-long investigation into drug sales, Taylor is accused of traveling to Chenango County from Utica and selling Crack Cocaine. On January 17th, 2025 a search warrant was executed in the City of Norwich on Taylor and his vehicle, a quantity of packaged Crack Cocaine was located. Taylor was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Chenango County Sheriff's Office for processing. Taylor is currently being held without bail at the Chenango County Correctional Facility.
The Raymond Corporation in Greene is holding a job Fair tomorrow at their Facility in Greene, Raymond President Michael Field Comments:
(Michael Field 1-21-25)
The Job Fair will run from 12:00 Noon until 6:00 PM< more information is available at info.raymondcorp.com/jobfair
Governor Hochul will present the Fiscal Year 2026 Executive Budget on Tuesday, January 21st at 1:00 PM, at the New York State Capitol Red Room in Albany. The budget will outline how much the governor is looking to spend on programs unveiled last week in the State of the State Address.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce is holding their next General Membership meeting tomorrow morning. The meeting will begin @ 7:30 am at the back of Bob's Diner.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-20-25
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies & the Delhi Police Department with a suspicious person/drug complaint in Delhi. The Delhi Police Department located 1 of the suspected vehicles, while Deputies located the second vehicle. Deputies located a quantity of Fentanyl, Methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia and a loaded handgun within the vehicle and on the occupants. Deputies arrested 29 year old Kenneth Dillmann of Stamford on various drug & weapons charges, plus Aggravated Unlicensed Operator, Also arrested was 23 year old Deanna Eignor of Delhi for various drug & weapons charges, Additionally, a third unidentified individual was arrested and charged with driving while ability is impaired by the use of drugs by the Delhi Police Department. All 3 were transported to the Delaware County Sheriffs Office to await the Centralized Processing Arraignment Court.
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 41 year old Shawn Taylor of Utica on a variety of drug charges following a a month-long investigation into drug sales, Taylor is accused of traveling to Chenango County from Utica and selling Crack Cocaine. On January 17th, 2025 a search warrant was executed in the City of Norwich on Taylor and his vehicle, a quantity of packaged Crack Cocaine was located. Taylor was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Chenango County Sheriff's Office for processing. Taylor is currently being held without bail at the Chenango County Correctional Facility.