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WCDO News — Monday 2-16-15
The battle lines have been drawn this year between Governor Cuomo, the Legislature & the New York state teacher's union, over edcuation reforms. Governor Cuomo said last month that the teachers evaluation enacted last year, was a joke;
(Cuomo 2-16-15)
State Senator John Bonacic said that public schools & charter schools need to be graded on a pass/fail basis:
(Bonacic 2-16-15)
Governor Cuomo last year told school districts to enact a teacher evaluation or face losing additional state aid, this year, Cuomo said he will kick in a lot more money for education if strongest reforms are enacted.
The Delaware County Fair announced that 7 $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to current New York State High School seniors and also students enrolled in college. The New York State Association of Agricultural Fairs and the New York State Showpeople’s Association sponsor the scholarships. The qualifying students must be active at The Delaware County Fair or with The New York State Showpeople’s Association. All applicants from Delaware County must submit their applications through The Delaware County Fair P.O. Box 344 Walton NY 13856, no later then Friday April 10th. More Information is available at www.nyfairs.org using the scholarships link.
Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced that in the next two weeks he will resubmit the Abandoned Property Neighborhood Relief Act, to reduce the number of vacant and abandoned properties falling into disrepair across the state by informing homeowners of their right to stay in their home until a court orders the homeowner to leave, requiring mortgage lenders and servicers to identify, secure and maintain vacant and abandoned properties much earlier in the foreclosure process, and creating a registry of such properties to assist municipalities with enforcement of laws regarding property maintenance. Homeowners who need assistance are encouraged to call the Attorney General’s statewide foreclosure hotline at 855-HOME-456 and visit AGHomeHelp.com to connect with HOPP organizations and agencies in their area that can provide foreclosure prevention services.
State Police arrested 54 year old Robert Emery of Newfield, for 1 count Robbery in the 3rd Degree, as well as 1 count Unlawful Imprisonment, 2 counts Criminal Mischief, & 2 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, connection with an investigation into a report of a physical altercation at a residence in Newfield Sunday, Emery was arraigned in the Town of Newfield Court and Released on his Own Recognizance. He is scheduled to reappear in the Town of Newfield Court Tuesday.
The City of Oneonta is keeping the water conservation rules in effect today, following Friday's water main breaks on Upper West Street. The breaks have been repaired; the city will update the water conservation status pending the result of water testing later today.
(Cuomo 2-16-15)
State Senator John Bonacic said that public schools & charter schools need to be graded on a pass/fail basis:
(Bonacic 2-16-15)
Governor Cuomo last year told school districts to enact a teacher evaluation or face losing additional state aid, this year, Cuomo said he will kick in a lot more money for education if strongest reforms are enacted.
The Delaware County Fair announced that 7 $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to current New York State High School seniors and also students enrolled in college. The New York State Association of Agricultural Fairs and the New York State Showpeople’s Association sponsor the scholarships. The qualifying students must be active at The Delaware County Fair or with The New York State Showpeople’s Association. All applicants from Delaware County must submit their applications through The Delaware County Fair P.O. Box 344 Walton NY 13856, no later then Friday April 10th. More Information is available at www.nyfairs.org using the scholarships link.
Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced that in the next two weeks he will resubmit the Abandoned Property Neighborhood Relief Act, to reduce the number of vacant and abandoned properties falling into disrepair across the state by informing homeowners of their right to stay in their home until a court orders the homeowner to leave, requiring mortgage lenders and servicers to identify, secure and maintain vacant and abandoned properties much earlier in the foreclosure process, and creating a registry of such properties to assist municipalities with enforcement of laws regarding property maintenance. Homeowners who need assistance are encouraged to call the Attorney General’s statewide foreclosure hotline at 855-HOME-456 and visit AGHomeHelp.com to connect with HOPP organizations and agencies in their area that can provide foreclosure prevention services.
State Police arrested 54 year old Robert Emery of Newfield, for 1 count Robbery in the 3rd Degree, as well as 1 count Unlawful Imprisonment, 2 counts Criminal Mischief, & 2 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, connection with an investigation into a report of a physical altercation at a residence in Newfield Sunday, Emery was arraigned in the Town of Newfield Court and Released on his Own Recognizance. He is scheduled to reappear in the Town of Newfield Court Tuesday.
The City of Oneonta is keeping the water conservation rules in effect today, following Friday's water main breaks on Upper West Street. The breaks have been repaired; the city will update the water conservation status pending the result of water testing later today.
WCDO News — Tuesday 2-25-14
Anthony Taglianetti of Virginia was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison, following a recent conviction for 2nd degree murder. Taglianetti was found guilty of killing Keith Reed outside his home in Chautauqua County in 2012, Reed previously served as a principal in the Sherburne Earlville school district before being named as a superintendent of the Clymer Central School.
State Police arrested 19-year-old James Crosby of Van Etten, in connection with a double fatal car accident on December 31st in the town of Newfield. Crosby was charged with 2 counts of 2nd degree manslaughter, plus 1 count each for 2nd & 3rd degree assault, reckless endangerment & reckless driving as well as several other vehicle & traffic law violations. Killed in the crash were the driver of the other vehicle Samantha Aarnio, and 20-year-old Derek Nichols, who was a passenger in the Crosby vehicle. Crosby was arraigned and was released under the Supervision of Probation, he will appear in Tompkins County Court on February 27th.
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 33-year-old Linda Monaro of Morris for Driving While Intoxicated and Aggravated Unlicensed Operation plus other traffic violations Friday. Deputies responded to State Route 12 in the Town of Oxford on a reported disabled vehicle parked in the roadway, they located Monaro passed out behind the wheel from intoxication. Monaro was arraigned in the Town of Oxford Court and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $1,000.00 cash bail. She is to appear in court at a later date.
COMMERCE CHENANGO will hold their Economic Forecast Breakfast this morning, sponsored by NBT bank and Development Chenango. Ken Entenmann, Senior Vice President & Chief Investment Officer, NBT Bank, to speak at the annual event, which will be held at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich, beginning at 7:30 AM.
Governor Cuomo defended a proposal to provide college courses to inmates, saying it will be a tax savings to New York to cut down on the recidivism rate in prisons. Cuomo has been criticized, mainly by Republican lawmakers, for the program. Critics said New Yorkers are struggling with their own tuition costs and shouldn’t pay for college for inmates. But Cuomo said the program would save taxpayers and the state in the long run. The state would spend up to $5,000 a prisoner to help them get a college degree, yet New York pays $60,000 a year to house a prisoner. New York’s recidivism rate is about 40 percent
State Police arrested 19-year-old James Crosby of Van Etten, in connection with a double fatal car accident on December 31st in the town of Newfield. Crosby was charged with 2 counts of 2nd degree manslaughter, plus 1 count each for 2nd & 3rd degree assault, reckless endangerment & reckless driving as well as several other vehicle & traffic law violations. Killed in the crash were the driver of the other vehicle Samantha Aarnio, and 20-year-old Derek Nichols, who was a passenger in the Crosby vehicle. Crosby was arraigned and was released under the Supervision of Probation, he will appear in Tompkins County Court on February 27th.
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 33-year-old Linda Monaro of Morris for Driving While Intoxicated and Aggravated Unlicensed Operation plus other traffic violations Friday. Deputies responded to State Route 12 in the Town of Oxford on a reported disabled vehicle parked in the roadway, they located Monaro passed out behind the wheel from intoxication. Monaro was arraigned in the Town of Oxford Court and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $1,000.00 cash bail. She is to appear in court at a later date.
COMMERCE CHENANGO will hold their Economic Forecast Breakfast this morning, sponsored by NBT bank and Development Chenango. Ken Entenmann, Senior Vice President & Chief Investment Officer, NBT Bank, to speak at the annual event, which will be held at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich, beginning at 7:30 AM.
Governor Cuomo defended a proposal to provide college courses to inmates, saying it will be a tax savings to New York to cut down on the recidivism rate in prisons. Cuomo has been criticized, mainly by Republican lawmakers, for the program. Critics said New Yorkers are struggling with their own tuition costs and shouldn’t pay for college for inmates. But Cuomo said the program would save taxpayers and the state in the long run. The state would spend up to $5,000 a prisoner to help them get a college degree, yet New York pays $60,000 a year to house a prisoner. New York’s recidivism rate is about 40 percent
WCDO News — Thursday 1-2-14
Governor Cuomo will activate the State Emergency Operations Center this morning at 10:00 AM to monitor the winter storm, which could produce moderate to heavy snowfall across a large portion of the state. There is a wind-chill watch with values from -30 to -40 degrees.
The Chenango County sheriff’s Office arrested 37-Year-old Jennifer Bishop of Frankfort For Aggravated DWI. Bishop Was located on state route 12 in the town of Sherburne operating a vehicle while consuming alcohol, her BAC was registered at 4more than 4 times the legal limit. Bishop was arrested & processed & was released to a sober 3rd party, she faces court action at a later date.
State Police investigated a two car double fatal head-on collision in the Town of Newfield. The investigation revealed that 19-year-old James Crosby of Van Etten lost control of his Chevy Monte Carlo and entered the opposing lane, striking a Jeep Grand Cherokee being operated by 31-year-old Samantha Aarnio of Spencer. Crosby was transported to Packer Hospital, his passenger, 20 year old Derek Nichols was pronounced deceased at the scene. Aarnio was transported to Packer Hospital for multiple injuries, one of her passengers; 67-year-old Kathy Lattimore was taken to Cortland Medical Center where she was pronounced deceased, and 32 year old Eugene Aarnio was transported to Packer Hospital for an arm injury. The investigation into the collision is continuing.
The Chenango county Sheriff’s department arrested 32-year-old Derreck Vosburgh of Utica on an active bench warrant for failing to register as a sex offender. Vosburgh faces court action shortly.
Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown will host a 2-day blood Drive. The American Red Cross blood drives will be held today from 12:30 to 6:30 PM, and tomorrow from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The blood drives will be at the Bassett Hall auditorium in Cooperstown, the Red Cross is partnering with Dunkin’ Donuts to provide a coupon for a free pound of coffee to all presenting donors. Registrations are requested at 547-3701, but walk-ins are welcome.
The Chenango County sheriff’s Office arrested 37-Year-old Jennifer Bishop of Frankfort For Aggravated DWI. Bishop Was located on state route 12 in the town of Sherburne operating a vehicle while consuming alcohol, her BAC was registered at 4more than 4 times the legal limit. Bishop was arrested & processed & was released to a sober 3rd party, she faces court action at a later date.
State Police investigated a two car double fatal head-on collision in the Town of Newfield. The investigation revealed that 19-year-old James Crosby of Van Etten lost control of his Chevy Monte Carlo and entered the opposing lane, striking a Jeep Grand Cherokee being operated by 31-year-old Samantha Aarnio of Spencer. Crosby was transported to Packer Hospital, his passenger, 20 year old Derek Nichols was pronounced deceased at the scene. Aarnio was transported to Packer Hospital for multiple injuries, one of her passengers; 67-year-old Kathy Lattimore was taken to Cortland Medical Center where she was pronounced deceased, and 32 year old Eugene Aarnio was transported to Packer Hospital for an arm injury. The investigation into the collision is continuing.
The Chenango county Sheriff’s department arrested 32-year-old Derreck Vosburgh of Utica on an active bench warrant for failing to register as a sex offender. Vosburgh faces court action shortly.
Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown will host a 2-day blood Drive. The American Red Cross blood drives will be held today from 12:30 to 6:30 PM, and tomorrow from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The blood drives will be at the Bassett Hall auditorium in Cooperstown, the Red Cross is partnering with Dunkin’ Donuts to provide a coupon for a free pound of coffee to all presenting donors. Registrations are requested at 547-3701, but walk-ins are welcome.
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