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WCDO News — Friday 5-14-21
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-14-21
47 year old Kristina Hand of Morris was sentenced in federal court to 2 years of probation, she was ordered to serve 50 hours of community service & pay $34,000 in restitution, for stealing that amount from the Morris Central School District, while serving as school treasurer from 2014 to 2020. Hand pleaded guilty to 2 counts of federal program theft, she admitted she stole about $24,000 by depositing checks payable to the school district into bank accounts that she controlled, and for stealing at least $10,000 more by using the school district’s Amazon account and credit cards to purchase personal items.
Identity thefts in New York surged during the pandemic with more than 67,000 complaints filed statewide in 2020, which was 85 percent more than the previous year and more than four times the annual total from a decade earlier, according to a report released today by New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Credit card fraud was the most common type of identity theft reported last year, with nearly 25,000 New Yorkers victimized.
The State Clinical Advisory Task Force approved the use of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for 12 - 15-year-olds. All New York State vaccination sites are open for walk-in appointments to all eligible individuals. Appointments can be made through the Am I Eligible tool or by calling 1-833-NYS-4-VAX.
Sidney Village Crews will be turning the water off this afternoon along West Main Street from Sunset to Pearl Street. The water will be shut off at around 2:30 PM for a couple of hours, as work is conducted on the water main near the Sidney High School.
The Chenango County Blues Association announced that the Chenango Blues fest is being scheduled for this summer. The blues fest will begin on Thursday August 19th with a free concert at the East Side Park Stage, a lengthy line up of acts are also slated to perform Friday August 20th & Saturday August 21st at the Chenango County Fairgrounds, information will be updated at chenangobluesfest.org.
Norwich Theater Company is holding auditions for their summer production, “Something Rotten” in the Martin W. Kappel Theater, in Norwich tonight from 6:00 to 9:00 PM, Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with call backs on Sunday at 2:00 PM. More information is available at norwichtheatercompany.org or (888) 613-4496.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-14-21
About 1,300 members of SUNY Oneonta’s graduating class will be recognized tomorrow during 2021 commencement exercises that include virtual and in-person components, including an opportunity to cross the stage and hear their name called. The virtual ceremony is a full commencement program that will air Saturday, with 4 ceremonies based on academic major: School of Economics and Business at 9 a.m.; School of Education, Human Ecology, and Sports Studies at 11 a.m.; School of Liberal Arts at 1 p.m.; and School of Sciences at 3 p.m.
The State DOT is advising motorists that starting today; the right lanes of US Route 11 northbound and southbound in the Town of Dickinson in Broome County will be closed for approximately 1 year to re-construct the interchange of Exit 5 on I-81. During that time, the on and off ramps of I 81 northbound at Exit 5 will both be reduced to one lane. Travelers on US 11 should expect minor to moderate delays at peak commuting times. Motorists are urged to slow down and drive responsibly in work zones.
Sidney Rotary Pancake Breakfast will be held tomorrow from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm, at the River Street Fire Station in Sidney. Indoor & Outdoor seating is available, drive through options are also available.
47 year old Kristina Hand of Morris was sentenced in federal court to 2 years of probation, she was ordered to serve 50 hours of community service & pay $34,000 in restitution, for stealing that amount from the Morris Central School District, while serving as school treasurer from 2014 to 2020. Hand pleaded guilty to 2 counts of federal program theft, she admitted she stole about $24,000 by depositing checks payable to the school district into bank accounts that she controlled, and for stealing at least $10,000 more by using the school district’s Amazon account and credit cards to purchase personal items.
Identity thefts in New York surged during the pandemic with more than 67,000 complaints filed statewide in 2020, which was 85 percent more than the previous year and more than four times the annual total from a decade earlier, according to a report released today by New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Credit card fraud was the most common type of identity theft reported last year, with nearly 25,000 New Yorkers victimized.
The State Clinical Advisory Task Force approved the use of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for 12 - 15-year-olds. All New York State vaccination sites are open for walk-in appointments to all eligible individuals. Appointments can be made through the Am I Eligible tool or by calling 1-833-NYS-4-VAX.
Sidney Village Crews will be turning the water off this afternoon along West Main Street from Sunset to Pearl Street. The water will be shut off at around 2:30 PM for a couple of hours, as work is conducted on the water main near the Sidney High School.
The Chenango County Blues Association announced that the Chenango Blues fest is being scheduled for this summer. The blues fest will begin on Thursday August 19th with a free concert at the East Side Park Stage, a lengthy line up of acts are also slated to perform Friday August 20th & Saturday August 21st at the Chenango County Fairgrounds, information will be updated at chenangobluesfest.org.
Norwich Theater Company is holding auditions for their summer production, “Something Rotten” in the Martin W. Kappel Theater, in Norwich tonight from 6:00 to 9:00 PM, Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with call backs on Sunday at 2:00 PM. More information is available at norwichtheatercompany.org or (888) 613-4496.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-14-21
About 1,300 members of SUNY Oneonta’s graduating class will be recognized tomorrow during 2021 commencement exercises that include virtual and in-person components, including an opportunity to cross the stage and hear their name called. The virtual ceremony is a full commencement program that will air Saturday, with 4 ceremonies based on academic major: School of Economics and Business at 9 a.m.; School of Education, Human Ecology, and Sports Studies at 11 a.m.; School of Liberal Arts at 1 p.m.; and School of Sciences at 3 p.m.
The State DOT is advising motorists that starting today; the right lanes of US Route 11 northbound and southbound in the Town of Dickinson in Broome County will be closed for approximately 1 year to re-construct the interchange of Exit 5 on I-81. During that time, the on and off ramps of I 81 northbound at Exit 5 will both be reduced to one lane. Travelers on US 11 should expect minor to moderate delays at peak commuting times. Motorists are urged to slow down and drive responsibly in work zones.
Sidney Rotary Pancake Breakfast will be held tomorrow from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm, at the River Street Fire Station in Sidney. Indoor & Outdoor seating is available, drive through options are also available.
WCDO News — Tuesday 4-6-21
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-30-21
The City of Oneonta Common Council will hold a special Zoom meeting Thursday evening, to discuss & possibly vote on their Police reform & Reinvention plan. The Plan is posted on the City’s website.
Norwich Police & State Police are seeking the public’s help in locating a sexual assault suspect. On March 23rd, an individual was attacked at around 2:30 PM while walking along the railroad tracks downtown. The attacker forced the victim into the brush & attempted to remove clothing, when the victim managed to break free & ran for help. The suspect is described as a white male, in his mid-20 with dirty blond hair, wearing a gray colored tank top & holding either a red belt or handkerchief, anyone with information is asked to contact Norwich police at 336-TIPS.
Otsego County Health department reported 18 new Positive COVID 19 tests results, giving them over 3800 total cases & 55 deaths since the pandemic began. Chenango County today reported 120 active cases with 414 quarantined, they have had over 2700 cases so far. In Delaware County, there are 132 active cases, 354 in quarantine and 1888 total cases with 45 deaths.
A Rochester woman becomes the latest person to accuse governor Cuomo with inappropriate advances. Sherry Vill said that the governor kissed her several times, while he was examining her home for flooding in 2017. Lawmakers from both parties are calling for the governor to resign following several accusations of sexually harassing behavior.
23 year old George Wang of Kansas pleaded not guilty to attempted murder in Otsego County Court. Wang is accused of driving off of state route 28 in the town of Hartwick in front of the Tops Market & Striking a pedestrian last November, he then sped off. Wand was charged with operating a motor vehicle while impaired by drugs & alcohol he is free after posting $300,000 bond, he is due back in court may 24th.
Trout Season begins in New York State tomorrow. The State DEC is stocking 1.8 million trout in waters across the state.
The Sidney Elks Lodge will hold their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday April 3rd at 11:30 AM. The hunt will be held outside & Masks are required, the Easter Bunny will be available for pictures.
The Murder Trial of Dylan Robinson of Oneonta will begin in Otsego County Court on April 14th Robinson is accused of murdering his father, along with several others, and then setting the house on fire in October of 2019 in Worcester.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-30-21
The Sidney Police Department is partnering with the Delaware County Sheriff's Office and Chenango Health Network for a medication take back day. Anyone with any unused, outdated or unwanted medication can safely dispose of it at the date, time and place listed below. Note: no sharps or needles will be accepted. The event will be held at the River Street Fire Station from 2:00 to 7:00 PM today.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies announced that a traffic violation on West Main Street in the Village of Hancock Wednesday evening resulted in the arrest of New Jersey woman. Deputies observed a vehicle being operated without headlights. Deputies stopped the vehicle and identified the driver as 28 year-old Lilly Cosme of Mount Holly, New Jersey; a routine driver’s license inquiry revealed that Cosme’s driving privileges were suspended in 2016. Cosme was arrested for aggravated unlicensed operation and operating an unregistered motor vehicle. Cosme’s vehicle was towed from the highway and she was released after being directed to appear in the Village of Hancock Court on a later date.
Delaware County Public Health reported 28 new COVID 19 cases out of 169 tested Monday. The county has 13 hospitalized, 139 active cases & 301 quarantined.
The Otsego County Department of Health will be holding a vaccination clinic at the Meadows Office Complex in Cooperstown on April 2nd, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Registration is up on the Otsego County Department of Health Website, Anyone currently eligible to receive the vaccine per the NYS guidelines may register for an appointment. Do not register unless you meet the current eligibility. Anyone over the age of 30 is eligible to be vaccinated.
The City of Oneonta Common Council will hold a special Zoom meeting Thursday evening, to discuss & possibly vote on their Police reform & Reinvention plan. The Plan is posted on the City’s website.
Norwich Police & State Police are seeking the public’s help in locating a sexual assault suspect. On March 23rd, an individual was attacked at around 2:30 PM while walking along the railroad tracks downtown. The attacker forced the victim into the brush & attempted to remove clothing, when the victim managed to break free & ran for help. The suspect is described as a white male, in his mid-20 with dirty blond hair, wearing a gray colored tank top & holding either a red belt or handkerchief, anyone with information is asked to contact Norwich police at 336-TIPS.
Otsego County Health department reported 18 new Positive COVID 19 tests results, giving them over 3800 total cases & 55 deaths since the pandemic began. Chenango County today reported 120 active cases with 414 quarantined, they have had over 2700 cases so far. In Delaware County, there are 132 active cases, 354 in quarantine and 1888 total cases with 45 deaths.
A Rochester woman becomes the latest person to accuse governor Cuomo with inappropriate advances. Sherry Vill said that the governor kissed her several times, while he was examining her home for flooding in 2017. Lawmakers from both parties are calling for the governor to resign following several accusations of sexually harassing behavior.
23 year old George Wang of Kansas pleaded not guilty to attempted murder in Otsego County Court. Wang is accused of driving off of state route 28 in the town of Hartwick in front of the Tops Market & Striking a pedestrian last November, he then sped off. Wand was charged with operating a motor vehicle while impaired by drugs & alcohol he is free after posting $300,000 bond, he is due back in court may 24th.
Trout Season begins in New York State tomorrow. The State DEC is stocking 1.8 million trout in waters across the state.
The Sidney Elks Lodge will hold their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday April 3rd at 11:30 AM. The hunt will be held outside & Masks are required, the Easter Bunny will be available for pictures.
The Murder Trial of Dylan Robinson of Oneonta will begin in Otsego County Court on April 14th Robinson is accused of murdering his father, along with several others, and then setting the house on fire in October of 2019 in Worcester.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-30-21
The Sidney Police Department is partnering with the Delaware County Sheriff's Office and Chenango Health Network for a medication take back day. Anyone with any unused, outdated or unwanted medication can safely dispose of it at the date, time and place listed below. Note: no sharps or needles will be accepted. The event will be held at the River Street Fire Station from 2:00 to 7:00 PM today.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies announced that a traffic violation on West Main Street in the Village of Hancock Wednesday evening resulted in the arrest of New Jersey woman. Deputies observed a vehicle being operated without headlights. Deputies stopped the vehicle and identified the driver as 28 year-old Lilly Cosme of Mount Holly, New Jersey; a routine driver’s license inquiry revealed that Cosme’s driving privileges were suspended in 2016. Cosme was arrested for aggravated unlicensed operation and operating an unregistered motor vehicle. Cosme’s vehicle was towed from the highway and she was released after being directed to appear in the Village of Hancock Court on a later date.
Delaware County Public Health reported 28 new COVID 19 cases out of 169 tested Monday. The county has 13 hospitalized, 139 active cases & 301 quarantined.
The Otsego County Department of Health will be holding a vaccination clinic at the Meadows Office Complex in Cooperstown on April 2nd, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Registration is up on the Otsego County Department of Health Website, Anyone currently eligible to receive the vaccine per the NYS guidelines may register for an appointment. Do not register unless you meet the current eligibility. Anyone over the age of 30 is eligible to be vaccinated.
WCDO News — Tuesday 9-22-20
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-22-20
Governor Cuomo reported that the state had 754 new Positive COVID 19 tests Monday, out of almost 84,000 tests administered. 451,227 New Yorkers have tested positive for the virus since March, there were 470 people hospitalized Monday, there were 3 deaths state wide, the number of deaths since March is 25,431.
New York added five states to its official 14 day quarantine list on Tuesday; the states are Arizona, Minnesota, Nevada, Rhode Island and Wyoming. No states were removed from the list. The Full list is at coronavirus.health.ny.gov.
Chenango County Public Health announced today that they are reporting 248 total COVID 19 cases, with 5 Active Cases, 1 Hospitalization & 81 Active Quarantines. The County reports 7 deaths, 223 recoveries & they have conducte4d about 27,500 tests since March.
Chenango County Health Department announced that they will have 3 Drive-through rabies clinics this year. The next one will be in Bainbridge at General Clinton Park on October 10th from 9:00 to 11:00, one is also scheduled at the Sherburne Earlville High School bus garage on October 31st from 9:00 to 11:00 and another will be held at the South New Berlin Fire Station on December 5th from 9:00 to 11:00, Pre-Registration is Required at health.ny.gov/go2clinic/9 or by calling 337-1673.
A Laurens woman pleaded not guilty in Otsego County Court Monday on charges of 2nd degree rape & disseminating indecent material to a minor. 37 year old Shelly Young is accused of performing sexual acts with a 15 year old, Young faces court action at a later date & is free on bail.
The Greater Oneonta Historical Society's 14th annual benefit auction will be 2 virtual auctions this year, they have contracted with 32Auctions, and the 1st auction has about a dozen items. The auction will open on Friday September 25 at 10:00 AM, and will close on Sunday September 27 at 9:00 PM, Society Executive Director Bob Brzozowski told WCDO news of some of the items offered this weekend:
(Bob Brzozowski 9-22-20)
The link for the preliminary auction is 32auctions.com/GOHSMiniAuction; a 2nd bigger auction is scheduled online November 15 to November 21. More information is available at 432-0960 or by email: info@OneontaHistory.org. The History Center at 183 Main Street in Oneonta will be open during the auction on Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and can assist visitors with online auction questions.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-22-20
The Otsego County Department of Health, Bassett Medical Center & the State Department of Health have partnered to provide a rapid testing to Otsego County residents Today & Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street in Oneonta, pre-registration is required at 547-4279.
Otsego County Department of Health reported 3 new COVID 19 cases over the past 2 days & 1 death has also been reported. The 3 new cases gives Otsego County 869 total confirmed cases, there are 19 active cases, 1 hospitalization, 7 deaths, 694 confirmed cases are linked to SUNY Oneonta & 16 confirmed cases in Hartwick College students.
Delaware County Public Health reported 1 more positive COVID 19 case Monday, bringing their total to 118. There are 2 active cases, with 1 person hospitalized, 12 are quarantined, 6 have died & 110 have recovered.
Commerce Chenango & The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce have teamed up for an event today where there members can get answer to questions they may have from the Small Business Administration officials. Delaware County Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:
(Ray Pucci 9-18-20)
The online event will be held Today from 12:00 PM thru 1:00 PM, more information is available from Commerce Chenango at 334-1400 or the Delaware County Chamber at 746-2281
Chenango Arts Council announced that their Mariea Brown and Raymond Loft Galleries will reopen to the public on Today, with the Photography exhibit "Water- Different Forms”; Chenango Arts Council Director Alecia O'Neill explains:
(Alecia O'Neill 9-22-20)
O'Neill said that the public can visit the show until October 2, Masks and social distancing will be required, at the Gallery at the Arts Council at 27 West Main Street, Norwich. More information is available at ChenangoArts.org as well as on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or by calling 336-2787.
Governor Cuomo reported that the state had 754 new Positive COVID 19 tests Monday, out of almost 84,000 tests administered. 451,227 New Yorkers have tested positive for the virus since March, there were 470 people hospitalized Monday, there were 3 deaths state wide, the number of deaths since March is 25,431.
New York added five states to its official 14 day quarantine list on Tuesday; the states are Arizona, Minnesota, Nevada, Rhode Island and Wyoming. No states were removed from the list. The Full list is at coronavirus.health.ny.gov.
Chenango County Public Health announced today that they are reporting 248 total COVID 19 cases, with 5 Active Cases, 1 Hospitalization & 81 Active Quarantines. The County reports 7 deaths, 223 recoveries & they have conducte4d about 27,500 tests since March.
Chenango County Health Department announced that they will have 3 Drive-through rabies clinics this year. The next one will be in Bainbridge at General Clinton Park on October 10th from 9:00 to 11:00, one is also scheduled at the Sherburne Earlville High School bus garage on October 31st from 9:00 to 11:00 and another will be held at the South New Berlin Fire Station on December 5th from 9:00 to 11:00, Pre-Registration is Required at health.ny.gov/go2clinic/9 or by calling 337-1673.
A Laurens woman pleaded not guilty in Otsego County Court Monday on charges of 2nd degree rape & disseminating indecent material to a minor. 37 year old Shelly Young is accused of performing sexual acts with a 15 year old, Young faces court action at a later date & is free on bail.
The Greater Oneonta Historical Society's 14th annual benefit auction will be 2 virtual auctions this year, they have contracted with 32Auctions, and the 1st auction has about a dozen items. The auction will open on Friday September 25 at 10:00 AM, and will close on Sunday September 27 at 9:00 PM, Society Executive Director Bob Brzozowski told WCDO news of some of the items offered this weekend:
(Bob Brzozowski 9-22-20)
The link for the preliminary auction is 32auctions.com/GOHSMiniAuction; a 2nd bigger auction is scheduled online November 15 to November 21. More information is available at 432-0960 or by email: info@OneontaHistory.org. The History Center at 183 Main Street in Oneonta will be open during the auction on Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and can assist visitors with online auction questions.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-22-20
The Otsego County Department of Health, Bassett Medical Center & the State Department of Health have partnered to provide a rapid testing to Otsego County residents Today & Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street in Oneonta, pre-registration is required at 547-4279.
Otsego County Department of Health reported 3 new COVID 19 cases over the past 2 days & 1 death has also been reported. The 3 new cases gives Otsego County 869 total confirmed cases, there are 19 active cases, 1 hospitalization, 7 deaths, 694 confirmed cases are linked to SUNY Oneonta & 16 confirmed cases in Hartwick College students.
Delaware County Public Health reported 1 more positive COVID 19 case Monday, bringing their total to 118. There are 2 active cases, with 1 person hospitalized, 12 are quarantined, 6 have died & 110 have recovered.
Commerce Chenango & The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce have teamed up for an event today where there members can get answer to questions they may have from the Small Business Administration officials. Delaware County Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:
(Ray Pucci 9-18-20)
The online event will be held Today from 12:00 PM thru 1:00 PM, more information is available from Commerce Chenango at 334-1400 or the Delaware County Chamber at 746-2281
Chenango Arts Council announced that their Mariea Brown and Raymond Loft Galleries will reopen to the public on Today, with the Photography exhibit "Water- Different Forms”; Chenango Arts Council Director Alecia O'Neill explains:
(Alecia O'Neill 9-22-20)
O'Neill said that the public can visit the show until October 2, Masks and social distancing will be required, at the Gallery at the Arts Council at 27 West Main Street, Norwich. More information is available at ChenangoArts.org as well as on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or by calling 336-2787.
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WCDO News — Wednesday 6-17-20
All area school districts passed their budgets yesterday. Capital projects were passed in Afton, Charlotte Valley, Delaware Academy, Oneonta & Greene. Bus & vehicles propositions passed in Franklin, Deposit, Delaware Academy, Afton, Bainbridge Guilford, Norwich, Unadilla Valley, Oxford, Edmeston, Laurens, Oneonta, Library budgets were passed in Sidney, Deposit, Norwich, Oxford & a Capital reserve fund vote was passed in Sidney.
Governor Cuomo announced today that the number of Hospitalizations & Deaths from the Coronavirus were at their lowest levels since the pandemic first hit New York in March:
(Cuomo 6-17-20)
Governor Cuomo said that the state should still exercise caution as 22 states are still reaching their highest levels of positive tests for the virus, & many of those started an aggressive re-opening in spite of the increasing amo0unt of cases, people from any of those states could easily travel to New York & start a 2nd wave.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is pushing for the inclusion of the Child Care Is Essential Act in the next coronavirus relief package, as that industry took a major hit from the Pandemic:
(Gillibrand 6-17-20)
The Act would establish a $50 billion Child Care Stabilization Fund to provide grants to stabilize child care providers who were still open during the pandemic and would help child care providers that were forced to close, to safely reopen.
The Gilbertsville-Mount Upton School District will hold another milk giveaway tomorrow for families in their district and beyond. Thursday's giveaway will begin at 10:00 AM at the school, the milk comes from the American Dairy Association, Dairy Farmers of America and several local organizations, people are advised to stay in their vehicle during the drive-through event.
Chenango County Public Health announced their latest Coronavirus numbers today, they have 139 total cases, with 6 deaths, 1 person is hospitalized, 46 are quarantined, 127 have recovered. They have performed over 7800 tests.
Broome County Health Department announced their Coronavirus numbers today, they have 622 total cases, 49 deaths, 524 recoveries, 188 are being monitored by the department, they have conducted over 17,000 tests.
Governor Cuomo announced this week that the first major sporting event has committed to return in August. The U.S. Tennis Association announced that the U.S. Open will be held in Flushing Queens this August, No fans will attend and the U.S. Tennis Association will take extra precautions to protect players and staff.
State Attorney General Letitia James will hold a virtual public hearing to examine the nature and details of interactions between police and the public during recent protests throughout New York. The hearing will begin at 11:00 AM at ag.ny.gov/livestream
4 people are running to get the Republican Party Nomination on Primary day on June 23rd, in the 122nd Assembly District. The seat is being vacated this year by the retiring Cliff Crouch, Area landowner’s rights activist Vic Furman is running, he told WCDO News about his experiences & agenda:
(Vic Furman 6-17-20)
Furman faces opposition from James Powers, Joe Angelino & Nick Libous.
New York State Senate Minority Leader John Flanagan announced that he would not seek re-election to the Senate this fall, he announced Tuesday that effective June 28th, and he will be ending his State Senate career and pursuing a private sector opportunity.
The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive in Walton today, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Walton Fire Department, 59 West Street. Appointments can be made by downloading the free Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
Delaware County is reporting no new cases of COVID-19 & 1 additional recovery Tuesday. There have been 79 confirmed positive cases, 13 people are quarantined, 2 are in the hospital, 3 are isolated at home, 5 people have died and 69 have fully recovered.
Governor Cuomo announced today that the number of Hospitalizations & Deaths from the Coronavirus were at their lowest levels since the pandemic first hit New York in March:
(Cuomo 6-17-20)
Governor Cuomo said that the state should still exercise caution as 22 states are still reaching their highest levels of positive tests for the virus, & many of those started an aggressive re-opening in spite of the increasing amo0unt of cases, people from any of those states could easily travel to New York & start a 2nd wave.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is pushing for the inclusion of the Child Care Is Essential Act in the next coronavirus relief package, as that industry took a major hit from the Pandemic:
(Gillibrand 6-17-20)
The Act would establish a $50 billion Child Care Stabilization Fund to provide grants to stabilize child care providers who were still open during the pandemic and would help child care providers that were forced to close, to safely reopen.
The Gilbertsville-Mount Upton School District will hold another milk giveaway tomorrow for families in their district and beyond. Thursday's giveaway will begin at 10:00 AM at the school, the milk comes from the American Dairy Association, Dairy Farmers of America and several local organizations, people are advised to stay in their vehicle during the drive-through event.
Chenango County Public Health announced their latest Coronavirus numbers today, they have 139 total cases, with 6 deaths, 1 person is hospitalized, 46 are quarantined, 127 have recovered. They have performed over 7800 tests.
Broome County Health Department announced their Coronavirus numbers today, they have 622 total cases, 49 deaths, 524 recoveries, 188 are being monitored by the department, they have conducted over 17,000 tests.
Governor Cuomo announced this week that the first major sporting event has committed to return in August. The U.S. Tennis Association announced that the U.S. Open will be held in Flushing Queens this August, No fans will attend and the U.S. Tennis Association will take extra precautions to protect players and staff.
State Attorney General Letitia James will hold a virtual public hearing to examine the nature and details of interactions between police and the public during recent protests throughout New York. The hearing will begin at 11:00 AM at ag.ny.gov/livestream
4 people are running to get the Republican Party Nomination on Primary day on June 23rd, in the 122nd Assembly District. The seat is being vacated this year by the retiring Cliff Crouch, Area landowner’s rights activist Vic Furman is running, he told WCDO News about his experiences & agenda:
(Vic Furman 6-17-20)
Furman faces opposition from James Powers, Joe Angelino & Nick Libous.
New York State Senate Minority Leader John Flanagan announced that he would not seek re-election to the Senate this fall, he announced Tuesday that effective June 28th, and he will be ending his State Senate career and pursuing a private sector opportunity.
The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive in Walton today, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Walton Fire Department, 59 West Street. Appointments can be made by downloading the free Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
Delaware County is reporting no new cases of COVID-19 & 1 additional recovery Tuesday. There have been 79 confirmed positive cases, 13 people are quarantined, 2 are in the hospital, 3 are isolated at home, 5 people have died and 69 have fully recovered.
WCDO News — Tuesday 12-24-19
Governor Cuomo signed the "Safe Way Home Act" this
week, which provides survivors of sexual assault no-cost transportation from
medical facilities where they received initial care in the wake of an assault
to their home or a shelter. This
legislation will go into effect after 90 days.
Delaware County Sheriff Deputies responded to a residence in
the Town of Hamden along with the Town of Hamden Dog Control Officer following
a report of an animal neglect and abandonment.
Deputies located an injured dog, which was transported to a local
veterinary clinic for treatment. Deputies charged 31 year old Samantha Harrison
of Hamden for Failure to provide proper substance to an animal; she was issued
a criminal summons and is to appear in the Town of Hamden Court at a later
date.
The Regional Economic Development Council local Awards have
been announced. In Delaware County,
Saputo Dairy, will be able to Purchase and Install New Equipment in their Delhi
facility with their $599,000 award, Trout Unlimited, Federal Hill Culvert
Aquatic Connectivity Restoration in Hughes Brook in the Town of Delhi received
$109,264, the Village of Delhi Water Treatment Plant will receive $82,000 for
improvements, & Delaware County will receive $50,000 for their
Comprehensive Housing Study.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 29-year-old
Margaux Malekian of Dobbs Ferry, on 1 count of Aggravated Unlicensed Operation,
Unlicensed Operator, Speeding, and Driver’s view obstructed following a traffic
stop in the Village of Delhi. Malekian was released on an appearance ticket and
is scheduled to return to the Delhi Town Court at a later date to answer the
charges.
The Morris fire department was dispatched to the Brian
Madden residence at 287 West Hill Road home at just Monday afternoon. Mutual aid was provided by from
Gilbertsville, West Laurens, Laurens, Mt. Vision, South New Berlin, New Berlin,
Pittsfield, and Mt. Upton, no injuries were reported, Madden escaped without
injury.
Firefighters responded Monday
afternoon to a fire at 959 County Highway 10 in Laurens. The fire at the Decker residence was
attributed to a clogged chimney, the Deckers & their dog escaped without
injury, friends & relatives have started a go fund me page to assist the
family.
Governor Cuomo announced a proposal for eliminating the
"Pink Tax" on products aimed specifically for women. A study in 2015 that analyzed prices of toys,
clothing, personal care products and home health products that were substantially
similar and found that 42% of the time, products targeted towards women are
more expensive than men's. Women’s
merchandise costs 7% on average more than similar items for men, with personal
care products for women found to be priced 13% higher than men's products.
Members of the Governor's administration participated in
volunteer events at 15 organizations statewide, they distributing over 5,600
toys, coats and school supplies to communities in need. Volunteers from the
Producers Guild of America participated in collecting and sorting donations for
the 4th year in a row.
State Police arrested 38 year old Andrew Van Dusen of
Gilbertsville for allegedly stealing packages off porches in Oneonta’s West
End. Van Dusen was charged with 2 counts of Burglary, criminal mischief &
numerous counts of petty Larceny, he was arraigned & was released on his
own recognizance, he is scheduled appear in the town of Oneonta court on Jan.
2, 2019.
Congressman Anthony Brindisi announced that he secured key
language in a government funding bill to protect the Bainbridge VA clinic from
closure. Brindisi inserted a provision requiring the VA to conduct a market area
assessment before taking action on Bainbridge, in the recent government
spending legislation that the President signed last week. This protection will allow Bainbridge to keep
its doors open and continue serving area veterans.
The Annual free Christmas dinner put on by Gene Schmidt
& his family will be held tomorrow Christmas Day in Sidney. The dinner will be held at the River Street
Fire Station from 1:00 to 4:00 & it is free to the public.
week, which provides survivors of sexual assault no-cost transportation from
medical facilities where they received initial care in the wake of an assault
to their home or a shelter. This
legislation will go into effect after 90 days.
Delaware County Sheriff Deputies responded to a residence in
the Town of Hamden along with the Town of Hamden Dog Control Officer following
a report of an animal neglect and abandonment.
Deputies located an injured dog, which was transported to a local
veterinary clinic for treatment. Deputies charged 31 year old Samantha Harrison
of Hamden for Failure to provide proper substance to an animal; she was issued
a criminal summons and is to appear in the Town of Hamden Court at a later
date.
The Regional Economic Development Council local Awards have
been announced. In Delaware County,
Saputo Dairy, will be able to Purchase and Install New Equipment in their Delhi
facility with their $599,000 award, Trout Unlimited, Federal Hill Culvert
Aquatic Connectivity Restoration in Hughes Brook in the Town of Delhi received
$109,264, the Village of Delhi Water Treatment Plant will receive $82,000 for
improvements, & Delaware County will receive $50,000 for their
Comprehensive Housing Study.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 29-year-old
Margaux Malekian of Dobbs Ferry, on 1 count of Aggravated Unlicensed Operation,
Unlicensed Operator, Speeding, and Driver’s view obstructed following a traffic
stop in the Village of Delhi. Malekian was released on an appearance ticket and
is scheduled to return to the Delhi Town Court at a later date to answer the
charges.
The Morris fire department was dispatched to the Brian
Madden residence at 287 West Hill Road home at just Monday afternoon. Mutual aid was provided by from
Gilbertsville, West Laurens, Laurens, Mt. Vision, South New Berlin, New Berlin,
Pittsfield, and Mt. Upton, no injuries were reported, Madden escaped without
injury.
Firefighters responded Monday
afternoon to a fire at 959 County Highway 10 in Laurens. The fire at the Decker residence was
attributed to a clogged chimney, the Deckers & their dog escaped without
injury, friends & relatives have started a go fund me page to assist the
family.
Governor Cuomo announced a proposal for eliminating the
"Pink Tax" on products aimed specifically for women. A study in 2015 that analyzed prices of toys,
clothing, personal care products and home health products that were substantially
similar and found that 42% of the time, products targeted towards women are
more expensive than men's. Women’s
merchandise costs 7% on average more than similar items for men, with personal
care products for women found to be priced 13% higher than men's products.
Members of the Governor's administration participated in
volunteer events at 15 organizations statewide, they distributing over 5,600
toys, coats and school supplies to communities in need. Volunteers from the
Producers Guild of America participated in collecting and sorting donations for
the 4th year in a row.
State Police arrested 38 year old Andrew Van Dusen of
Gilbertsville for allegedly stealing packages off porches in Oneonta’s West
End. Van Dusen was charged with 2 counts of Burglary, criminal mischief &
numerous counts of petty Larceny, he was arraigned & was released on his
own recognizance, he is scheduled appear in the town of Oneonta court on Jan.
2, 2019.
Congressman Anthony Brindisi announced that he secured key
language in a government funding bill to protect the Bainbridge VA clinic from
closure. Brindisi inserted a provision requiring the VA to conduct a market area
assessment before taking action on Bainbridge, in the recent government
spending legislation that the President signed last week. This protection will allow Bainbridge to keep
its doors open and continue serving area veterans.
The Annual free Christmas dinner put on by Gene Schmidt
& his family will be held tomorrow Christmas Day in Sidney. The dinner will be held at the River Street
Fire Station from 1:00 to 4:00 & it is free to the public.
WCDO News — Friday 12-6-19
4 people accused of participating in the murder of 53 year
old Kenneth Robinson of Worcester in October, were arraigned in Otsego County
Court. 15-year-old Anais Soto of Oneonta
was granted a reduction in bail to $2500; she was released & was ordered to
wear an ankle monitor. Dylan Robinson,
Alexander Borgreen & Nicolas Meridy were arraigned for 2nd degree Murder,
1st degree Burglary, and Attempted Robbery, Meridy is still being held without
bail; Robinson and Borgreen’s are being held on $25,000 cash Bail or $50,000
Bond.
Stephanie Shulgay of Worcester pleaded guilty to 4th degree
Grand Larceny, for stealing about $33,000 from an elderly couple that she
worked for as a caretaker. Shulgay was
sentenced to 12 weeks in jail and five years of probation, she has already
complied with full restitution
The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force
executed a narcotics search warrant Wednesday in Binghamton; they arrested 32
year old Christopher Fox on a variety of Drug charges. Officers seized 24 grams of Fentanyl, plus
marijuana, drug packaging materials and approximately $ 7,400 in cash from
suspected drug sales. Fox was arraigned
& was remanded to the Broome County Jail pending future court action
The Sidney Elks Lodge will hold a free Dinner this Saturday
at 1:00 PM for area veterans, service members & their families,
Reservations are requested at 265-3804 or 563-2175, last year, about 90 free
meals were served at the Sidney Elks Lodge.
The Franklin Railroad & Community Museum announced that
they will raise money for Helios Care, with their Sports Memorabilia Auctions
this month & Bids can be placed by calling 829-2692. The Museum on Main
Street in Franklin will be open this Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, the
winning auction bids will be announced on December 29th.
Sidney Center will have their annual "Holiday In The
Hamlet" celebration Saturday starting at 5:15 with Santa Claus, the event
will be held at the Sidney Center Fire station.
The Chenango County Health Department will hold their last
Rabies vaccination clinic tomorrow in Norwich.
The clinic for dogs, cats & ferrets will be held from 9:30 to 11:00
AM at the Norwich Fire Station, More information is available at 337-1673.
"Breakfast With Santa" will be hosted by the
Chenango Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Saturday from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, it will
be held at the Norwich VFW at 61 East Main Street in Norwich.
Krystal Lee "The Country Sweetheart" has launched
a campaign to collect toy donations to benefit the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree
program. 2 shows will be held to collect toy donations, the 1st at J&D’s
Wagon Wheel tonight from 9:00 to 11:00 PM, the 2nd on Saturday at 4:00 PM at
the Oneonta Holiday Parade, where Krystal will perform on Santa’s float. Drop
Boxes for toys will be located at the Eighth Note Music Store, Transitions
Boutique and the Amish Barn Company in Oneonta.
Destination Oneonta will hold
their 3rd Annual Day of Holiday Fun Saturday & Sunday. Saturday celebrations include the Home for
the Holidays Parade at 4:00 PM, followed by the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
at 5:30pm on Main Street in Muller Plaza; Santa will meet with children at
Santa's Cottage. On Sunday, there will
be a Gingerbread Contest, the Festival of Trees & Holiday Cookie Swap, at
the Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street.
Otsego County Sheriff's Department arrested 22 year old John
Morton of Fayetteville, for the theft of a motor vehicle from the Village of
Cooperstown on December 1st. Police were
called to Stewart's following the complaint by a patron that when she returned
to her car from inside the store, her vehicle was gone; she did leave the car
unlocked with it running. State Police
located the vehicle on State Route 28 in Richfield Springs, Morton was charged
with 3rd degree Grand Larceny, & 2 counts of Petty Larceny, he was
arraigned & remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $2000 cash bail or $4,000
bond pending future court action.
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce Holiday Parade & visit
with Santa Claus will be held to in Downtown Sidney, Chamber President Teri
Schunk explains:
(Teri Schunk 12-6-19)
Santa Claus will meet with the Children in Whitaker Way
immediately following the parade on Main Street.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce is holding a number of
Holiday activities tomorrow, Chamber Spokesperson June White explains:
(June White 12-6-19)
Also, the Toys for Tots caravan of Tractor Trailers will
arrive at General Clinton Park at about 1:20 PM Saturday.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold their next
networking breakfast this morning from 8:30 to 10:00 am at the Feather &
Stone Restaurant at 38 West Street in Walton.
The featured speaker is State Senator Jen Metzger.
The Friends of Afton Parade Committee will hold the annual
Afton Christmas Parade Saturday. The
Parade line-up will be at Corporate Park on Route 7 at 4:00 pm, the parade
starts at 5:00pm & Santa will be in the NBT Bank after the parade. Food and
hot beverages provided by the Chamber of Commerce and VFW, located inside the
VFW. Community bonfire located in the First Baptist Church Parking lot after
the parade. More information is available at 208-5005, or the "Friends of
Afton" Facebook page.
Hartwick College will host its First Year Seminar Symposium
today 4:00 to 5:30 PM in the Library at Yager Hall. The event, which is free
and open to the public, will provide an opportunity for first-year students to
show off their work, ranging from research about political change to displays
of visual and performing arts. Appetizers, desserts, and beverages will be available
for all participants and guests.
old Kenneth Robinson of Worcester in October, were arraigned in Otsego County
Court. 15-year-old Anais Soto of Oneonta
was granted a reduction in bail to $2500; she was released & was ordered to
wear an ankle monitor. Dylan Robinson,
Alexander Borgreen & Nicolas Meridy were arraigned for 2nd degree Murder,
1st degree Burglary, and Attempted Robbery, Meridy is still being held without
bail; Robinson and Borgreen’s are being held on $25,000 cash Bail or $50,000
Bond.
Stephanie Shulgay of Worcester pleaded guilty to 4th degree
Grand Larceny, for stealing about $33,000 from an elderly couple that she
worked for as a caretaker. Shulgay was
sentenced to 12 weeks in jail and five years of probation, she has already
complied with full restitution
The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force
executed a narcotics search warrant Wednesday in Binghamton; they arrested 32
year old Christopher Fox on a variety of Drug charges. Officers seized 24 grams of Fentanyl, plus
marijuana, drug packaging materials and approximately $ 7,400 in cash from
suspected drug sales. Fox was arraigned
& was remanded to the Broome County Jail pending future court action
The Sidney Elks Lodge will hold a free Dinner this Saturday
at 1:00 PM for area veterans, service members & their families,
Reservations are requested at 265-3804 or 563-2175, last year, about 90 free
meals were served at the Sidney Elks Lodge.
The Franklin Railroad & Community Museum announced that
they will raise money for Helios Care, with their Sports Memorabilia Auctions
this month & Bids can be placed by calling 829-2692. The Museum on Main
Street in Franklin will be open this Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, the
winning auction bids will be announced on December 29th.
Sidney Center will have their annual "Holiday In The
Hamlet" celebration Saturday starting at 5:15 with Santa Claus, the event
will be held at the Sidney Center Fire station.
The Chenango County Health Department will hold their last
Rabies vaccination clinic tomorrow in Norwich.
The clinic for dogs, cats & ferrets will be held from 9:30 to 11:00
AM at the Norwich Fire Station, More information is available at 337-1673.
"Breakfast With Santa" will be hosted by the
Chenango Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Saturday from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, it will
be held at the Norwich VFW at 61 East Main Street in Norwich.
Krystal Lee "The Country Sweetheart" has launched
a campaign to collect toy donations to benefit the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree
program. 2 shows will be held to collect toy donations, the 1st at J&D’s
Wagon Wheel tonight from 9:00 to 11:00 PM, the 2nd on Saturday at 4:00 PM at
the Oneonta Holiday Parade, where Krystal will perform on Santa’s float. Drop
Boxes for toys will be located at the Eighth Note Music Store, Transitions
Boutique and the Amish Barn Company in Oneonta.
Destination Oneonta will hold
their 3rd Annual Day of Holiday Fun Saturday & Sunday. Saturday celebrations include the Home for
the Holidays Parade at 4:00 PM, followed by the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
at 5:30pm on Main Street in Muller Plaza; Santa will meet with children at
Santa's Cottage. On Sunday, there will
be a Gingerbread Contest, the Festival of Trees & Holiday Cookie Swap, at
the Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street.
Otsego County Sheriff's Department arrested 22 year old John
Morton of Fayetteville, for the theft of a motor vehicle from the Village of
Cooperstown on December 1st. Police were
called to Stewart's following the complaint by a patron that when she returned
to her car from inside the store, her vehicle was gone; she did leave the car
unlocked with it running. State Police
located the vehicle on State Route 28 in Richfield Springs, Morton was charged
with 3rd degree Grand Larceny, & 2 counts of Petty Larceny, he was
arraigned & remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $2000 cash bail or $4,000
bond pending future court action.
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce Holiday Parade & visit
with Santa Claus will be held to in Downtown Sidney, Chamber President Teri
Schunk explains:
(Teri Schunk 12-6-19)
Santa Claus will meet with the Children in Whitaker Way
immediately following the parade on Main Street.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce is holding a number of
Holiday activities tomorrow, Chamber Spokesperson June White explains:
(June White 12-6-19)
Also, the Toys for Tots caravan of Tractor Trailers will
arrive at General Clinton Park at about 1:20 PM Saturday.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold their next
networking breakfast this morning from 8:30 to 10:00 am at the Feather &
Stone Restaurant at 38 West Street in Walton.
The featured speaker is State Senator Jen Metzger.
The Friends of Afton Parade Committee will hold the annual
Afton Christmas Parade Saturday. The
Parade line-up will be at Corporate Park on Route 7 at 4:00 pm, the parade
starts at 5:00pm & Santa will be in the NBT Bank after the parade. Food and
hot beverages provided by the Chamber of Commerce and VFW, located inside the
VFW. Community bonfire located in the First Baptist Church Parking lot after
the parade. More information is available at 208-5005, or the "Friends of
Afton" Facebook page.
Hartwick College will host its First Year Seminar Symposium
today 4:00 to 5:30 PM in the Library at Yager Hall. The event, which is free
and open to the public, will provide an opportunity for first-year students to
show off their work, ranging from research about political change to displays
of visual and performing arts. Appetizers, desserts, and beverages will be available
for all participants and guests.
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WCDO News — Tuesday 7-9-19
Ernest Franklin of Guilford was sentenced in Chenango County
Court Monday, to 21 years to life in state prison, for the murder of his
adopted and disabled teen son Jeffrey, and starting a fire at the family home
to cover it up, in February of 2017.
Franklin planned the murder with his wife, Heather Franklin, who
accepted a guilty plea to manslaughter; she has not been sentenced for her role
in the murder.
The Greater Chenango Cares event, with Military Medical
personnel performing medical dental & Veterinary services, will begin at
the Norwich High School this Thursday through July 20th. The Chenango United Way is coordinating
volunteer efforts, Spokesperson Elizabeth Monaco comments:
(Elizabeth Monaco 7-9-19)
More information is available at the Greater Chenango Care
Facebook page, or by calling the Chenango United Way at 334-8815.
Oneonta Mayor Gary Herzig announced that Oneonta Attorney
Donald Schwartz has been appointed a part time City Judge. Schwartz fills the position vacated by the
retirement of Judge Richard McVinney, he was sworn in by Mayor Herzig Monday
afternoon.
The Sidney Elks Lodge will hold their Annual "Looking
Back" Car Show & Chicken Barbecue on Saturday August 3rd at their
River Street Location. Spokesman Mark
Little explains:
(Mark Little 7-9-19)
Little said that over 50 trophies will be awarded in 13
classes this year.
The Summer Concert Season at the Anderson Center at the
Binghamton University campus has big name performers coming soon. Spokesman Chris Bodnarczuk comments:
(Chris Bodnarczuk 7-9-19)
Tickets for America on July 20th & Don McLean & Pure
Prairie League on August 9th are available at the Anderson center Box office,
at Anderson.Binghamton.edu or by calling 777-ARTS.
Delhi Telephone Company is expanding broadband services into
previously unserved or underserved areas, with Internet, Cable TV including HD
& DVR & phone services. Jason
Miller of DTC explains:
(Jason Miller 7-9-19)
Miller said that DTC
Representatives will be hosting a Meet & Greet with the Sidney center Fire
Department Saturday from 11:00 to 2:00 PM, as their services are available in
Sidney Center.
State Police arrested 36 year old Joshua Brown of West
Monroe, for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Driving While
Ability Impaired by Drugs. Troopers responded to County Road 32 in the town of
North Norwich for a 1-car accident, they located the vehicle in a corn field
with Brown behind the wheel. Brown was
transported to Chenango Memorial Hospital for an evaluation. An investigation yielded suspected
concentrated cannabis, LSD, mushrooms and Marihuana wax. Brown was arraigned in the town of Norwich
court and remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $5,000 cash bail or $10,000
property bond.
The next Delaware County Public Health Free Rabies
Vaccination Clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets will be held today from 5:00 to
7:00 pm at Franklin Fire Hall at 351 Main St. Franklin. More information is available at 832-5200 or
delawarecountypublichealth.com
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 26 year old
Alexander Dietrich of Hawley, Pennsylvania for DWI and Driving with a BAC
greater that 0.08%. The arrest occurred during the course of an investigation
of a reported one car motor vehicle accident on State Highway 17 in the Town of
Hancock. Dietrich was arraigned in the
Town of Hancock Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional
Facility on $500 cash bail or $1,000 dollars secured bond pending future court
action.
Otsego County Sheriff’s Department arrested of a Town of
Laurens man found to be in possession of contraband in the Otsego County
Correctional Facility. 20 year old
Dakota Coffey was charged with Introduction of Dangerous Contraband After he
was found in possession of a vape pen containing THC oil hidden on his person
while being processed into the Otsego County Jail and it was located later by
staff after a search of his housing unit.
Coffey was arraigned in the Town of Hartwick Court where he was released
on his own recognizance.
Court Monday, to 21 years to life in state prison, for the murder of his
adopted and disabled teen son Jeffrey, and starting a fire at the family home
to cover it up, in February of 2017.
Franklin planned the murder with his wife, Heather Franklin, who
accepted a guilty plea to manslaughter; she has not been sentenced for her role
in the murder.
The Greater Chenango Cares event, with Military Medical
personnel performing medical dental & Veterinary services, will begin at
the Norwich High School this Thursday through July 20th. The Chenango United Way is coordinating
volunteer efforts, Spokesperson Elizabeth Monaco comments:
(Elizabeth Monaco 7-9-19)
More information is available at the Greater Chenango Care
Facebook page, or by calling the Chenango United Way at 334-8815.
Oneonta Mayor Gary Herzig announced that Oneonta Attorney
Donald Schwartz has been appointed a part time City Judge. Schwartz fills the position vacated by the
retirement of Judge Richard McVinney, he was sworn in by Mayor Herzig Monday
afternoon.
The Sidney Elks Lodge will hold their Annual "Looking
Back" Car Show & Chicken Barbecue on Saturday August 3rd at their
River Street Location. Spokesman Mark
Little explains:
(Mark Little 7-9-19)
Little said that over 50 trophies will be awarded in 13
classes this year.
The Summer Concert Season at the Anderson Center at the
Binghamton University campus has big name performers coming soon. Spokesman Chris Bodnarczuk comments:
(Chris Bodnarczuk 7-9-19)
Tickets for America on July 20th & Don McLean & Pure
Prairie League on August 9th are available at the Anderson center Box office,
at Anderson.Binghamton.edu or by calling 777-ARTS.
Delhi Telephone Company is expanding broadband services into
previously unserved or underserved areas, with Internet, Cable TV including HD
& DVR & phone services. Jason
Miller of DTC explains:
(Jason Miller 7-9-19)
Miller said that DTC
Representatives will be hosting a Meet & Greet with the Sidney center Fire
Department Saturday from 11:00 to 2:00 PM, as their services are available in
Sidney Center.
State Police arrested 36 year old Joshua Brown of West
Monroe, for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Driving While
Ability Impaired by Drugs. Troopers responded to County Road 32 in the town of
North Norwich for a 1-car accident, they located the vehicle in a corn field
with Brown behind the wheel. Brown was
transported to Chenango Memorial Hospital for an evaluation. An investigation yielded suspected
concentrated cannabis, LSD, mushrooms and Marihuana wax. Brown was arraigned in the town of Norwich
court and remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $5,000 cash bail or $10,000
property bond.
The next Delaware County Public Health Free Rabies
Vaccination Clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets will be held today from 5:00 to
7:00 pm at Franklin Fire Hall at 351 Main St. Franklin. More information is available at 832-5200 or
delawarecountypublichealth.com
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 26 year old
Alexander Dietrich of Hawley, Pennsylvania for DWI and Driving with a BAC
greater that 0.08%. The arrest occurred during the course of an investigation
of a reported one car motor vehicle accident on State Highway 17 in the Town of
Hancock. Dietrich was arraigned in the
Town of Hancock Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional
Facility on $500 cash bail or $1,000 dollars secured bond pending future court
action.
Otsego County Sheriff’s Department arrested of a Town of
Laurens man found to be in possession of contraband in the Otsego County
Correctional Facility. 20 year old
Dakota Coffey was charged with Introduction of Dangerous Contraband After he
was found in possession of a vape pen containing THC oil hidden on his person
while being processed into the Otsego County Jail and it was located later by
staff after a search of his housing unit.
Coffey was arraigned in the Town of Hartwick Court where he was released
on his own recognizance.
WCDO News — Friday 3-8-19
Aaron Powell of Binghamton was sentenced to life in prison
without the possibility of parole in Broome County court on Today. Powell was recently retried for the murder of
his estranged wife Christina & Mario Masciarelli in the Powell family home
in 2013, he was convicted a 2nd time after he was granted a retrial by a higher
court, Powell will serve the same sentence that he received following his first
conviction.
Final arguments were being delivered today in Chenango
County Court in the Ernest Franklin murder trial. Franklin is accused of killing his special
needs son & setting the family home on fire in the town of Guilford in 2017,
watching the movie "Manchester by the Sea" with his wife, which
featured a similar plot. Heather
Franklin will be tried separately at a later date, also in Chenango County
Court.
Broome County district Attorney Steven Cornwell announced
that 33 year old Shawn Kostick of Endicott was indicted on 10 counts by a grand
jury last month, for the 2014 murder of his father Harry Kostick in
Endicott. Kostick is charged with 2nd
degree murder, 1st degree manslaughter, intimidating a victim or witness,
forgery, & criminal contempt.
30 year old Lance Beckwith of Norwich was arrested by the
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office for Promoting Prison Contraband and Criminal
Possession of a Controlled Substance.
Beckwith allegedly possessed dangerous contraband while incarcerated at
the Chenango County Jail, where he was being held on other charges, he will
appear in the Town of Norwich Court when called upon.
35 year old Joshua Whaley of Pitcher was arrested by the
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office on an active New York State Parole
warrant. Whaley was picked up for a
parole violation, he was also charged with criminal possession of a controlled
substance and criminal possession of a weapon, for allegedly possessing
methamphetamine and guns at the time of arrest.
Whaley was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility without
bail pending future court action.
33 year old Kevin Begeal of Oxford has been arrested by
Oneonta City Police on Burglary, Grand Larceny & other Charges. Begeal is accused of breaking into a Chestnut
Street home and stealing two guitars and a television, and he allegedly tried
to sell them to a Norwich Music Store.
The Village of Unadilla
announced that crews repaired a small water main break, at Cone Lane & Old
Village Lane this morning. Service
affected about 12 to 15 customers, customers should let the water run until it
is clear.
61-year-old Phillip Stein of Binghamton was charged with 3rd
degree attempted robbery in connection with Thursday's Bank robbery at
Citizen's bank in Binghamton. Stein is
accused of entering the Bank at 10:25 AM and gave a bank teller a note that
demanded cash, he ran before taking any money.
Stein was apprehended near the bank in the area of Glenwood Avenue, he
was also charged with violation of parole.
International Women’s Day is today, and the Chenango County
Council of the Arts will be hosting a gallery exhibit At the Mareia Brown &
Raymond Loft galleries at 27 West Main Street in Norwich today. Council Executive director Alecia O'Neill
explains:
(Alecia O'Neill 3-8-19)
The event is free & Open to the public, light refreshments
will be served, more information is available at 336-2787.
19th District Congressman Antonio Delgado will hold a Town
Hall meeting this Sunday in Deposit. The
event will be held at the Deposit State Theater at 12:00 Noon Sunday.
The Annual train Show will be held tomorrow in Binghamton,
Organizer Jeff Olin of Village Train & Hobby in Windsor explains:
(Jeff Olin 3-8-19)
This year is the 11th Annual Train Show, it is once again
being held at the Binghamton American Legion at 177 Robinson Street.
This Sunday morning at 2:00 AM marks a change in Daylight
savings time, clocks will be turned ahead 1 hour. Local Fire Departments also remind area
residents to change the batteries in their smoke alarms at that time.
The 2nd Annual Casino Night will be held Saturday night at
the Sidney Elks Lodge on River Street.
The event will be a fundraiser for the Sidney EMS Squad & Delaware
Valley Humane Society. The event begins
at 6:30 until 10:00 PM, tickets can be purchased at the Barking Cat in Sidney
or Jess Howe’s in Sidney Center, and more information is available at 434-3357.
The Sidney Rotary Club Pancake Day will be held Saturday at
the River Street Fire Station. The
fundraiser will be held from 7:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
without the possibility of parole in Broome County court on Today. Powell was recently retried for the murder of
his estranged wife Christina & Mario Masciarelli in the Powell family home
in 2013, he was convicted a 2nd time after he was granted a retrial by a higher
court, Powell will serve the same sentence that he received following his first
conviction.
Final arguments were being delivered today in Chenango
County Court in the Ernest Franklin murder trial. Franklin is accused of killing his special
needs son & setting the family home on fire in the town of Guilford in 2017,
watching the movie "Manchester by the Sea" with his wife, which
featured a similar plot. Heather
Franklin will be tried separately at a later date, also in Chenango County
Court.
Broome County district Attorney Steven Cornwell announced
that 33 year old Shawn Kostick of Endicott was indicted on 10 counts by a grand
jury last month, for the 2014 murder of his father Harry Kostick in
Endicott. Kostick is charged with 2nd
degree murder, 1st degree manslaughter, intimidating a victim or witness,
forgery, & criminal contempt.
30 year old Lance Beckwith of Norwich was arrested by the
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office for Promoting Prison Contraband and Criminal
Possession of a Controlled Substance.
Beckwith allegedly possessed dangerous contraband while incarcerated at
the Chenango County Jail, where he was being held on other charges, he will
appear in the Town of Norwich Court when called upon.
35 year old Joshua Whaley of Pitcher was arrested by the
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office on an active New York State Parole
warrant. Whaley was picked up for a
parole violation, he was also charged with criminal possession of a controlled
substance and criminal possession of a weapon, for allegedly possessing
methamphetamine and guns at the time of arrest.
Whaley was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility without
bail pending future court action.
33 year old Kevin Begeal of Oxford has been arrested by
Oneonta City Police on Burglary, Grand Larceny & other Charges. Begeal is accused of breaking into a Chestnut
Street home and stealing two guitars and a television, and he allegedly tried
to sell them to a Norwich Music Store.
The Village of Unadilla
announced that crews repaired a small water main break, at Cone Lane & Old
Village Lane this morning. Service
affected about 12 to 15 customers, customers should let the water run until it
is clear.
61-year-old Phillip Stein of Binghamton was charged with 3rd
degree attempted robbery in connection with Thursday's Bank robbery at
Citizen's bank in Binghamton. Stein is
accused of entering the Bank at 10:25 AM and gave a bank teller a note that
demanded cash, he ran before taking any money.
Stein was apprehended near the bank in the area of Glenwood Avenue, he
was also charged with violation of parole.
International Women’s Day is today, and the Chenango County
Council of the Arts will be hosting a gallery exhibit At the Mareia Brown &
Raymond Loft galleries at 27 West Main Street in Norwich today. Council Executive director Alecia O'Neill
explains:
(Alecia O'Neill 3-8-19)
The event is free & Open to the public, light refreshments
will be served, more information is available at 336-2787.
19th District Congressman Antonio Delgado will hold a Town
Hall meeting this Sunday in Deposit. The
event will be held at the Deposit State Theater at 12:00 Noon Sunday.
The Annual train Show will be held tomorrow in Binghamton,
Organizer Jeff Olin of Village Train & Hobby in Windsor explains:
(Jeff Olin 3-8-19)
This year is the 11th Annual Train Show, it is once again
being held at the Binghamton American Legion at 177 Robinson Street.
This Sunday morning at 2:00 AM marks a change in Daylight
savings time, clocks will be turned ahead 1 hour. Local Fire Departments also remind area
residents to change the batteries in their smoke alarms at that time.
The 2nd Annual Casino Night will be held Saturday night at
the Sidney Elks Lodge on River Street.
The event will be a fundraiser for the Sidney EMS Squad & Delaware
Valley Humane Society. The event begins
at 6:30 until 10:00 PM, tickets can be purchased at the Barking Cat in Sidney
or Jess Howe’s in Sidney Center, and more information is available at 434-3357.
The Sidney Rotary Club Pancake Day will be held Saturday at
the River Street Fire Station. The
fundraiser will be held from 7:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
WCDO News — Friday 1-20-17
Sidney village police arrested 43-year-old Carl Peterson of Sidney on a sealed indictment warrant, on charges of criminal sale of a controlled substance, for allegedly selling prescription narcotics in Sidney; he was sent to the Delaware county jail. Also arrested, on an arrest warrant sealed indictment was 35-year-old Shawn Carnicelli of Sidney for criminal sale of a controlled substance, fro allegedly selling cocaine in the village of Sidney. Carnicelli was remanded to the Delaware county jail pending future court proceedings. State police assisted Sidney police in this investigation.
State Police responded to a car-pedestrian crash on Gilmore Lane in Norwich. 32-year-old Brandon Jones was driving a pickup when he got into a verbal dispute with his wife, who was a passenger. Police said that the wife exited the vehicle; the truck then struck her, causing serious injuries. She was transported to Wilson Memorial Hospital in Johnson City. Jones was charged with 2nd-degree vehicular assault and DWI, he was arraigned in the Town of Norwich Court and was sent to the Chenango County Jail on $7,500 cash bail or $20,000 bond pending court action on January 24th.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies investigated a 1 car, rollover accident on State Highway 10 in the Town of Tompkins. 30-year-old Adam Buteau of Deposit swerved to avoid a deer and went off the highway and crossed over the guide rail, the vehicle hit a number of trees & overturned, coming to rest on its roof. Deputies charged Buteau with Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance plus a number of traffic other violations. Buteau was arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $500 cash bail or $1,000 bond.
The Tri-Town Youth Club is moving from the Civic Center to the Sidney United Methodist Church starting Monday afternoon. Spokesperson Roni Haag explains:
(RONI HAAG 1-20-17)
Haag said that the hours for the club would be from 2:00 to 5:30 weekdays, starting Monday.
Free Home Energy Assessments are being made available, along with grant opportunities, for area homeowners to make their homes more energy efficient. Brad Pacalis of the Public Policy & Education Fund of New York explains:
(Brad Pacalis 1-20-17)
Pacalis said that Grants are up to $4,000 for single-family homes & up to $8,000 for multiple family dwellings, more information is available at 723-0110.
The Jericho Arts Council announced that the Atkinson Family Band would perform at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre Saturday night. More information, or ticket reservations can be made at 288-3882, the show will begin at 7:00 PM. The Doors open at 6:00 pm; General Admission tickets are $12.00, Seniors & Students $10.00 & Students under 10 $5.00
Students from across Chenango County will participate in an all county music festival Saturday January 21st at the Sherburne – Earlville High School. SE High School Band Director Jeff Manwaring explains:
(Jeff Manwaring 1-20-17)
The performance will begin at 4:00PM Saturday in the Sherburne – Earlville Auditorium, Admission is $3.00 for adults and $2.00 for Senior Citizens and Students.
Many area fire departments responded to a fire on State Route 7 in the Wells Bridge area this morning. The fire started at about 7:00 AM at a 2 story structure across the road from the former Babcock's, firefighters from Wells Bridge, Unadilla, Franklin, Sidney, Oneonta, West Oneonta & Gilbertsville responded, traffic was detoured off of route 7 while firefighters tackled that fire. The investigation into the cause of the blaze is continuing.
Lawmakers are getting a chance to look over Governor Cuomo's executive Budget proposal, which was released earlier this week, area Assemblyman Pete Lopez comments:
(Lopez 1-20-17)
The budget increases spending by just under 2%, up to 152.3 billion dollars, the legislature will have until April 1st to get a final budget passed.
Commissioner Richard Ball of the State Department of Agriculture and Markets will deliver the Governor's Budget Message today in Norwich. The presentation will begin at 4:00 PM at the Northeast Classic Car Museum at 24 Rexford Street.
Laurens Firefighters responded yesterday to a fire at a Main Street structure right across the street from their station Thursday afternoon at about 5:30. Firefighters from Laurens, West Laurens, Oneonta, West Oneonta, Mount Vision, Hartwick, Milford and Otego Fire Departments responded, the building contained 4 apartments and room for 2 businesses on the first floor, which were vacant. The building was considered destroyed. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
A Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser will be held Saturday, January 21, 2017 from 4:00-7:00 pm at the Sidney Elks Lodge. Proceeds from the fundraiser will help support a group of Sidney High School students who will be traveling to the Grand Canyon in April. Tickets are available at the door.
State Police responded to a car-pedestrian crash on Gilmore Lane in Norwich. 32-year-old Brandon Jones was driving a pickup when he got into a verbal dispute with his wife, who was a passenger. Police said that the wife exited the vehicle; the truck then struck her, causing serious injuries. She was transported to Wilson Memorial Hospital in Johnson City. Jones was charged with 2nd-degree vehicular assault and DWI, he was arraigned in the Town of Norwich Court and was sent to the Chenango County Jail on $7,500 cash bail or $20,000 bond pending court action on January 24th.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies investigated a 1 car, rollover accident on State Highway 10 in the Town of Tompkins. 30-year-old Adam Buteau of Deposit swerved to avoid a deer and went off the highway and crossed over the guide rail, the vehicle hit a number of trees & overturned, coming to rest on its roof. Deputies charged Buteau with Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance plus a number of traffic other violations. Buteau was arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $500 cash bail or $1,000 bond.
The Tri-Town Youth Club is moving from the Civic Center to the Sidney United Methodist Church starting Monday afternoon. Spokesperson Roni Haag explains:
(RONI HAAG 1-20-17)
Haag said that the hours for the club would be from 2:00 to 5:30 weekdays, starting Monday.
Free Home Energy Assessments are being made available, along with grant opportunities, for area homeowners to make their homes more energy efficient. Brad Pacalis of the Public Policy & Education Fund of New York explains:
(Brad Pacalis 1-20-17)
Pacalis said that Grants are up to $4,000 for single-family homes & up to $8,000 for multiple family dwellings, more information is available at 723-0110.
The Jericho Arts Council announced that the Atkinson Family Band would perform at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre Saturday night. More information, or ticket reservations can be made at 288-3882, the show will begin at 7:00 PM. The Doors open at 6:00 pm; General Admission tickets are $12.00, Seniors & Students $10.00 & Students under 10 $5.00
Students from across Chenango County will participate in an all county music festival Saturday January 21st at the Sherburne – Earlville High School. SE High School Band Director Jeff Manwaring explains:
(Jeff Manwaring 1-20-17)
The performance will begin at 4:00PM Saturday in the Sherburne – Earlville Auditorium, Admission is $3.00 for adults and $2.00 for Senior Citizens and Students.
Many area fire departments responded to a fire on State Route 7 in the Wells Bridge area this morning. The fire started at about 7:00 AM at a 2 story structure across the road from the former Babcock's, firefighters from Wells Bridge, Unadilla, Franklin, Sidney, Oneonta, West Oneonta & Gilbertsville responded, traffic was detoured off of route 7 while firefighters tackled that fire. The investigation into the cause of the blaze is continuing.
Lawmakers are getting a chance to look over Governor Cuomo's executive Budget proposal, which was released earlier this week, area Assemblyman Pete Lopez comments:
(Lopez 1-20-17)
The budget increases spending by just under 2%, up to 152.3 billion dollars, the legislature will have until April 1st to get a final budget passed.
Commissioner Richard Ball of the State Department of Agriculture and Markets will deliver the Governor's Budget Message today in Norwich. The presentation will begin at 4:00 PM at the Northeast Classic Car Museum at 24 Rexford Street.
Laurens Firefighters responded yesterday to a fire at a Main Street structure right across the street from their station Thursday afternoon at about 5:30. Firefighters from Laurens, West Laurens, Oneonta, West Oneonta, Mount Vision, Hartwick, Milford and Otego Fire Departments responded, the building contained 4 apartments and room for 2 businesses on the first floor, which were vacant. The building was considered destroyed. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
A Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser will be held Saturday, January 21, 2017 from 4:00-7:00 pm at the Sidney Elks Lodge. Proceeds from the fundraiser will help support a group of Sidney High School students who will be traveling to the Grand Canyon in April. Tickets are available at the door.
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WCDO News — Wednesday 1-18-17
The Unatego Central School District will host a Town Hall Meeting tonight at the Junior Senior High School Auditorium in wells Bridge, Superintendent Dr. Dave Richards comments:
(Dave Richards 1-17-17)
Tonight's meeting will begin at 7:00 PM; Richards said that they expect questions regarding the district's financial condition, the Facilities Study & the possible closure of the Otego Elementary School.
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office & Port Dickinson Police stopped a vehicle on the West Service Road near Chenango Street Sunday Morning after the vehicle was observed driving erratically & striking a concrete wall. Casey Farrell of Greene was arrested for Driving while Intoxicated, resisting arrest, & refusing to submit to a Chemical Test. Farrell was arraigned in Town of Fenton court and was remanded to the Broome County Jail on $2500 cash bail.
State Police arrested 27-year-old Justin Martin of Guilford, for DWI with a B.A.C. result of .16% along with other traffic violations, after Martin allegedly failed to stop at a red light in the Village of Bainbridge. Troopers discovered that Martin was wanted by the Oneonta City Police Department on a warrant. Martin was issued tickets for the Town of Bainbridge Court on January 23; he was then turned over to the Oneonta Police Department.
State Police arrested Heidi Cronin of Whitney Point, for Aggravated DWI with a B.A.C. result of .18%, as well as Resisting Arrest and several other traffic tickets. The arrest occurred after troopers responded to a Broome County 911 report of an intoxicated woman at the Speedway Gas Station in the Town of Triangle. Cronin allegedly flailed her arms and kicked officers as they handcuffed her; she Cronin was arraigned in the Town of Triangle Court and was remanded to the Broome County Jail with no bail.
The Oneonta Common Council will hold their next regular meeting this evening. The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM in City Hall & is open to the public.
State Police have a man and woman in custody who were sought for fleeing from a traffic stop in a stolen vehicle on December 27th. Ryan Markoff of Windsor and Angela Weyrauch of Hancock were taken into custody after they were spotted at McDonald's in Whitney Point. Markoff was charged with 3rd-degree grand larceny and Weyrauch was charged with criminal possession of stolen property, both were arraigned and were remanded to the Broome County Jail without bail. The investigation is continuing and additional charges are pending.
Several area fire companies responded to a blaze at 389 Hunts Pond Road. The fire was reported at about 1:30 PM Monday & was under control by 5:30. No injuries among fire fighters were reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
An Open House will be held on tonight at the Sidney Civic Center in the first floor conference room from 6:00 to 7:30 to view the planned improvements to Main Street, Sidney Mayor Andy Matviak comments:
(Andy Matviak 1-17-17)
The Sidney Green Streetscape Project consultants will be available to discuss the design, collect input and answer questions prior to bidding the project and constructing the improvements this spring.
The State DOT will hold a public meeting on today, to discuss the conclusions of the Interstate 81 pedestrian bridge study, and the US Route 11 Bridge over I-81 replacement project, the public information meeting will be held in at the Dickinson Town Hall, at 6:00 PM.
The next general meeting of the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce is this morning. The meeting will be held at 7:30 at Bob's Diner.
Breastfeeding support is currently available every Tuesday from 1PM-4PM on the top floor of UHS Pediatrics at 44 Pearl Street in Sidney; for patients and the public. Dr. Jayasena’s office in Sidney is providing a private space for patients and the public; to receive support and education from a Certified Lactation Consultant. More information is available at 561-2200.
(Dave Richards 1-17-17)
Tonight's meeting will begin at 7:00 PM; Richards said that they expect questions regarding the district's financial condition, the Facilities Study & the possible closure of the Otego Elementary School.
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office & Port Dickinson Police stopped a vehicle on the West Service Road near Chenango Street Sunday Morning after the vehicle was observed driving erratically & striking a concrete wall. Casey Farrell of Greene was arrested for Driving while Intoxicated, resisting arrest, & refusing to submit to a Chemical Test. Farrell was arraigned in Town of Fenton court and was remanded to the Broome County Jail on $2500 cash bail.
State Police arrested 27-year-old Justin Martin of Guilford, for DWI with a B.A.C. result of .16% along with other traffic violations, after Martin allegedly failed to stop at a red light in the Village of Bainbridge. Troopers discovered that Martin was wanted by the Oneonta City Police Department on a warrant. Martin was issued tickets for the Town of Bainbridge Court on January 23; he was then turned over to the Oneonta Police Department.
State Police arrested Heidi Cronin of Whitney Point, for Aggravated DWI with a B.A.C. result of .18%, as well as Resisting Arrest and several other traffic tickets. The arrest occurred after troopers responded to a Broome County 911 report of an intoxicated woman at the Speedway Gas Station in the Town of Triangle. Cronin allegedly flailed her arms and kicked officers as they handcuffed her; she Cronin was arraigned in the Town of Triangle Court and was remanded to the Broome County Jail with no bail.
The Oneonta Common Council will hold their next regular meeting this evening. The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM in City Hall & is open to the public.
State Police have a man and woman in custody who were sought for fleeing from a traffic stop in a stolen vehicle on December 27th. Ryan Markoff of Windsor and Angela Weyrauch of Hancock were taken into custody after they were spotted at McDonald's in Whitney Point. Markoff was charged with 3rd-degree grand larceny and Weyrauch was charged with criminal possession of stolen property, both were arraigned and were remanded to the Broome County Jail without bail. The investigation is continuing and additional charges are pending.
Several area fire companies responded to a blaze at 389 Hunts Pond Road. The fire was reported at about 1:30 PM Monday & was under control by 5:30. No injuries among fire fighters were reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
An Open House will be held on tonight at the Sidney Civic Center in the first floor conference room from 6:00 to 7:30 to view the planned improvements to Main Street, Sidney Mayor Andy Matviak comments:
(Andy Matviak 1-17-17)
The Sidney Green Streetscape Project consultants will be available to discuss the design, collect input and answer questions prior to bidding the project and constructing the improvements this spring.
The State DOT will hold a public meeting on today, to discuss the conclusions of the Interstate 81 pedestrian bridge study, and the US Route 11 Bridge over I-81 replacement project, the public information meeting will be held in at the Dickinson Town Hall, at 6:00 PM.
The next general meeting of the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce is this morning. The meeting will be held at 7:30 at Bob's Diner.
Breastfeeding support is currently available every Tuesday from 1PM-4PM on the top floor of UHS Pediatrics at 44 Pearl Street in Sidney; for patients and the public. Dr. Jayasena’s office in Sidney is providing a private space for patients and the public; to receive support and education from a Certified Lactation Consultant. More information is available at 561-2200.