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WCDO News — Wednesday 8-28-19
Norwich City Police have charged a 3rd person in connection with the beating on Lackawanna Avenue recently that left the victim with a skull fracture & blind in 1 eye. 30 year old Tyrone Lester Jr., of Norwich was charged with 1st-degree assault, he is accused of participating in the assault along with Jonathan Booker and Hannah Bard, all 3 face additional court action.
State Police and the Department
of Transportation announced the continuation of “Operation Hardhat,” to crack
down on work zone violations and highlight the importance of safe driving
through active work zones on state highways.
State DOT Region 9 Director Nick Choubah said that drivers are not
moving over as they should:
(Nick Choubah 8-28-19)
State Police Captain Jeffrey
VanAuken explained what the Move Over Law means:
(Captain Jeffrey Van Auken
8-28-19)
State Troopers are patrolling
active DOT work zones along Interstate-81 in Broome County and State Route 17
in Tioga County this week to enforce work zone speed limits and that motorist’s
follow the state’s Move Over Law.
New York State's Marijuana Decriminalization
Law went into effect today. The law was
signed by Governor Andrew Cuomo last month and reduces penalties for possession
of small amounts of marijuana and allows for records to be expunged for people
with certain marijuana convictions. The legislation does not legalize
recreational marijuana,
President Trump has signed the
Family Farmer Relief Act, which eases the process of reorganizing debt for
farmers through Chapter 12 bankruptcy rules. 19th District Congressman Antonio
Delgado introduced the legislation in April with bipartisan support. The legislation passed the House on July 26,
the Senate on August 2nd.
The National Center for Arts
Research at Southern Methodist University in Dallas released their 5th annual
Arts Vibrancy Index Report, which ranks more than 900 communities across the
nation, examining the level of supply, demand, and government support for the
arts. Oneonta ranked 8th, Jackson,
Wyoming ranked 1st, & Hudson New York ranked 5th, as the only other New
York community in the survey's Top 10. more information is available at
oneonta.ny.us.
Sidney Village Police & State Police are conducting a
joint investigation into the death of a 2 month old infant at Circle Drive
Apartments Monday Morning. State Police
told WCDO News that foul play is not suspected at this time & the investigation
is ongoing.
Commerce Chenango will hold their Annual Soiree Awards
Banquet today from 5:00 to 7:00pm at NBT Bank, 52 South Broad Street in
Norwich. Awards will be presented for
Entrepreneurs’ of the Year to Dan and Michael O’Reilly, Principle Design
Engineering; Employer of the Year: Blue Ox Energy and Neighborhood Markets and
Commitment to the Community to The Oliver Family.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is seeking
nominations of Chamber business members who are heroes in their communities and
have contributed in meaningful ways to improve the quality of life of the
region. Nominations can be emailed to info@delawarecounty.org or by mail to 5 ½
Main Street, Delhi, NY 13753. Awards
will be presented at a luncheon in mid-November.
State Police and the Department
of Transportation announced the continuation of “Operation Hardhat,” to crack
down on work zone violations and highlight the importance of safe driving
through active work zones on state highways.
State DOT Region 9 Director Nick Choubah said that drivers are not
moving over as they should:
(Nick Choubah 8-28-19)
State Police Captain Jeffrey
VanAuken explained what the Move Over Law means:
(Captain Jeffrey Van Auken
8-28-19)
State Troopers are patrolling
active DOT work zones along Interstate-81 in Broome County and State Route 17
in Tioga County this week to enforce work zone speed limits and that motorist’s
follow the state’s Move Over Law.
New York State's Marijuana Decriminalization
Law went into effect today. The law was
signed by Governor Andrew Cuomo last month and reduces penalties for possession
of small amounts of marijuana and allows for records to be expunged for people
with certain marijuana convictions. The legislation does not legalize
recreational marijuana,
President Trump has signed the
Family Farmer Relief Act, which eases the process of reorganizing debt for
farmers through Chapter 12 bankruptcy rules. 19th District Congressman Antonio
Delgado introduced the legislation in April with bipartisan support. The legislation passed the House on July 26,
the Senate on August 2nd.
The National Center for Arts
Research at Southern Methodist University in Dallas released their 5th annual
Arts Vibrancy Index Report, which ranks more than 900 communities across the
nation, examining the level of supply, demand, and government support for the
arts. Oneonta ranked 8th, Jackson,
Wyoming ranked 1st, & Hudson New York ranked 5th, as the only other New
York community in the survey's Top 10. more information is available at
oneonta.ny.us.
Sidney Village Police & State Police are conducting a
joint investigation into the death of a 2 month old infant at Circle Drive
Apartments Monday Morning. State Police
told WCDO News that foul play is not suspected at this time & the investigation
is ongoing.
Commerce Chenango will hold their Annual Soiree Awards
Banquet today from 5:00 to 7:00pm at NBT Bank, 52 South Broad Street in
Norwich. Awards will be presented for
Entrepreneurs’ of the Year to Dan and Michael O’Reilly, Principle Design
Engineering; Employer of the Year: Blue Ox Energy and Neighborhood Markets and
Commitment to the Community to The Oliver Family.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is seeking
nominations of Chamber business members who are heroes in their communities and
have contributed in meaningful ways to improve the quality of life of the
region. Nominations can be emailed to info@delawarecounty.org or by mail to 5 ½
Main Street, Delhi, NY 13753. Awards
will be presented at a luncheon in mid-November.
WCDO News — Friday 12-28-18
Minimum Wage employees across the state will see their paycheck go about for the New Year. New York City employees for large companies will see an increase to $15 dollars an hour; Long Island and Westchester County workers will see the minimum wage set at $12 dollars an hour, the rest of the state will see an increase to $11.10 an hour.
The state Department of Health says as of Thursday new cases of flu have been reported in 58 counties, including the five boroughs of New York City. Only Wyoming, Yates, Seneca and Hamilton counties are not reporting any cases yet. Officials say the number of people hospitalized with laboratory-confirmed flu was 363 this past week, a 41 percent increase over the previous week. So far this season more than 1,300 people have been hospitalized with the flu.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office responded to a tractor trailer accident on State Route 10 in the Town of Hamden Thursday Night. 41 year old Shaun Koch of Varysburg was driving a milk tanker on State Highway 10 when he ran off the right side of the roadway and the truck and trailer rolled over onto the side. Koch suffered a head injury and was transported to Delaware Valley Hospital in Walton where he was treated and released. A small quantity of milk was spilled as a result of the accident, the DEC Spill Response Team was notified, Koch was charged with Driving While Intoxicated with a Commercial Vehicle, moving from lane unsafely and criminal possession of a controlled substance, he was arraigned in the Town of Hamden Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $2,000 cash bail or $4,000 bond.
The Chenango United Way is in the last days of fundraising for 2019. Spokesperson Elizabeth Monaco comments:
(Elizabeth Monaco 12-28-18)
Monaco said that they are at 91% of their state goals of $419,000 for 2019.
The Fenimore Art Museum of Cooperstown announced that an exhibit of photos from famed photographer Herb Ritts will be displayed their next year. The Ritts exhibit will be on loan from the Rock & Roll hall Of Fame in Cleveland, featuring photos of David Bowie, Tina Turner, Michael Jackson, Paul McCartney, Elton John, Billy Joel, and Madonna. The exhibition opens on April 2nd & will be on display through early September.
Bethel Woods officials announced that the they will host the Music and Culture Festival, Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the 1969 Woodstock festival at the original site. The 3 day event will be held August 16th to the 18th at Bethel Woods, the line-up & the date of the sale of the ticket will be announced shortly.
State Police & Local Law Enforcement Agencies are participating in the "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign again this year, during the Christmas & New Year’s Holiday season. Checkpoints will be established all over the state, last year, police issued over 40,000 tickets from DWI, Speeding, Distracted driving & failing to obey the "Move Over Law", among other infractions
Governor Cuomo announced that temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on New York State highways will be suspended from 6:00 AM tomorrow through 6:00 AM Wednesday, January 2nd, to ease travel during the peak New Year's travel days. Some work may continue behind concrete barriers or for emergency repairs. The New York State Thruway Authority will also continue its 48-year tradition of offering free coffee and hot tea to travelers at all 27 travel plazas along the Thruway from 11:00 PM New Year's Eve through 7:00 AM New Year's morning to promote safe and alert driving.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 32-year-old Jamison Galietta of Hancock, for Tampering with Physical Evidence, Criminal Mischief, Menacing, Criminal possession of weapon, Criminal obstruction of breathing, and Harassment, following an investigation into a domestic dispute at his residence. Galietta was arraigned in the Town of Hancock Court and later remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Faculty on $25,000 cash bail pending action in the Town of Hancock Court at a later date.
The Johnson City Police Department arrested 26-year-old Tyler DeCamp of Deposit as the 5th person involved in the stabbing of 2 men at a Johnson City McDonalds last week. Decamp was charged with 2 counts of attempted murder, he is accused of stabbing both victims. He was taken into custody in Johnson City Thursday, 4 others were already charged in connection with the incident Monday. Decamp was being held at the Johnson City Police Department pending arraignment.
The state Department of Health says as of Thursday new cases of flu have been reported in 58 counties, including the five boroughs of New York City. Only Wyoming, Yates, Seneca and Hamilton counties are not reporting any cases yet. Officials say the number of people hospitalized with laboratory-confirmed flu was 363 this past week, a 41 percent increase over the previous week. So far this season more than 1,300 people have been hospitalized with the flu.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office responded to a tractor trailer accident on State Route 10 in the Town of Hamden Thursday Night. 41 year old Shaun Koch of Varysburg was driving a milk tanker on State Highway 10 when he ran off the right side of the roadway and the truck and trailer rolled over onto the side. Koch suffered a head injury and was transported to Delaware Valley Hospital in Walton where he was treated and released. A small quantity of milk was spilled as a result of the accident, the DEC Spill Response Team was notified, Koch was charged with Driving While Intoxicated with a Commercial Vehicle, moving from lane unsafely and criminal possession of a controlled substance, he was arraigned in the Town of Hamden Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $2,000 cash bail or $4,000 bond.
The Chenango United Way is in the last days of fundraising for 2019. Spokesperson Elizabeth Monaco comments:
(Elizabeth Monaco 12-28-18)
Monaco said that they are at 91% of their state goals of $419,000 for 2019.
The Fenimore Art Museum of Cooperstown announced that an exhibit of photos from famed photographer Herb Ritts will be displayed their next year. The Ritts exhibit will be on loan from the Rock & Roll hall Of Fame in Cleveland, featuring photos of David Bowie, Tina Turner, Michael Jackson, Paul McCartney, Elton John, Billy Joel, and Madonna. The exhibition opens on April 2nd & will be on display through early September.
Bethel Woods officials announced that the they will host the Music and Culture Festival, Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the 1969 Woodstock festival at the original site. The 3 day event will be held August 16th to the 18th at Bethel Woods, the line-up & the date of the sale of the ticket will be announced shortly.
State Police & Local Law Enforcement Agencies are participating in the "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign again this year, during the Christmas & New Year’s Holiday season. Checkpoints will be established all over the state, last year, police issued over 40,000 tickets from DWI, Speeding, Distracted driving & failing to obey the "Move Over Law", among other infractions
Governor Cuomo announced that temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on New York State highways will be suspended from 6:00 AM tomorrow through 6:00 AM Wednesday, January 2nd, to ease travel during the peak New Year's travel days. Some work may continue behind concrete barriers or for emergency repairs. The New York State Thruway Authority will also continue its 48-year tradition of offering free coffee and hot tea to travelers at all 27 travel plazas along the Thruway from 11:00 PM New Year's Eve through 7:00 AM New Year's morning to promote safe and alert driving.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 32-year-old Jamison Galietta of Hancock, for Tampering with Physical Evidence, Criminal Mischief, Menacing, Criminal possession of weapon, Criminal obstruction of breathing, and Harassment, following an investigation into a domestic dispute at his residence. Galietta was arraigned in the Town of Hancock Court and later remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Faculty on $25,000 cash bail pending action in the Town of Hancock Court at a later date.
The Johnson City Police Department arrested 26-year-old Tyler DeCamp of Deposit as the 5th person involved in the stabbing of 2 men at a Johnson City McDonalds last week. Decamp was charged with 2 counts of attempted murder, he is accused of stabbing both victims. He was taken into custody in Johnson City Thursday, 4 others were already charged in connection with the incident Monday. Decamp was being held at the Johnson City Police Department pending arraignment.
WCDO News — Wednesday 6-27-18
The Norwich Gus Macker tournament has extended the deadline for teams to register, and volunteers are needed for a host of jobs at this year's Macker, according to organizer Tom Revoir:
(Tom Revoir 6-27-18)
The Annual Macker Tournament benefits the Norwich YMCA, an estimated 1,200 players have already signed up for the 3 on 3 Basketball tournament in Norwich on July 14th & 15th. Those who want to volunteer can call Revoir at the Norwich YMCA at 336-9622, extension 29.
The Broome County District Attorney’s office announced that 27 year old Thomas Sessions of Whitney Point was arraigned Wednesday in Broome County Court, in connection with a March 23rd attack that seriously injured a Lisle resident. Sessions was located earlier this month in Arizona and taken into custody. The grand jury indictment charges Sessions with attempted 2nd degree murder, 1st degree assault, & attempted 1st & 2nd degree assault; he is accused of striking the victim in the head after knocking on the victim’s door & claiming to have a disabled vehicle.
A new report released Monday by a coalition of New York State law enforcement officials, public health experts and elected officials, showed that The Delaware County had the highest rates of gun-related suicide and homicide. The research focused at the rate of homicide and suicide in each county from 2012 to 2016, the report showed that for every 100,000 residents of Delaware County, there were 13.4 gun-related deaths, & the a rate of suicide by gun at 12.9. Other counties that ranked high were Allegany, Wyoming, Cattaraugus and Sullivan counties. New York State’s overall gun-related death rate was 4.4 deaths per 100,000 residents, which is below the national average of 11.8 deaths per 100,000 residents.
Governor Cuomo announced the launch of Open FOIL NY, to provide access to public records in New York. Open FOIL NY offers an open-access online form to request records from up to 3 agencies simultaneously, Access & contact information for 59 State agencies and authorities, and direct access to a growing body of online information and resources.
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 19 year old Cordell Witherow of Plymouth for 3rd degree Assault. Witherow is accused of causing serious physical injury to an unidentified male victim. Witherow was released on an appearance ticket and is to appear in the Town of Plymouth Court at a later date.
Chenango County Sheriff's Department arrested 24 year old Cara Kaskeski of Mount Vision, for Welfare Fraud & Offering a False Instrument for Filing. Kaskeski allegedly collected more than $9,000 in child care assistance from July 2014 through November 2017 which she was not entitled to receive, she was issued appearance tickets to appear in the City of Norwich Court at a later date.
The next meeting of the Tri-Town Coalition on Substance Abuse Prevention will be held at Track Side Dining on Main Street in Sidney this evening. The meeting will run from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, participants are invited to use the rear entrance.
Antonio Delgado of Rhinebeck won the 19th Congressional District Democratic Primary yesterday; he will face Republican incumbent John Faso in November. Delgado beat out 6 other Democrats to win the primary. The 19th district will be one of the most-watched races in the country
US Postal Inspectors, State Police CNET, Homeland Security Investigators (HSI), Vestal Police Department and the Broome County Drug Task Force made a controlled delivery of a package containing approximately 250 grams of Ecstasy to a residence in Binghamton. Following the delivery, a search was conducted at the home of 32 year old Andrew Davis, A search of the residence leads to the recovery of the package, digital scales, cellphone, & other items, Davis was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, he was arraigned and was remanded to the Broome County Jail without bail.
Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested 42 year old Patrick Renner Jr. of Stamford for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Operating a Motor Vehicle without an Ignition Interlock Device, Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle & violating the terms of his probation. Renner is accused of driving a vehicle on Main Street in the Village of Stamford on Thursday with a revoked driver’s license and without an ignition interlock device, from a previous DWI conviction. Renner was arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail pending further court action.
State Police arrested 36 year old Jennifer Grant of Westford for DWI, Operating a Vehicle While Registration Suspended, & Unlawful Possession of Marihuana, plus numerous traffic tickets. Troopers stopped Grant while on Otsego County Highway 34 after they observed her cross the center line and drive onto the shoulder. Grant was released to a sober third party and given appearance tickets to the town of Westford Court on July 17th.
State Police arrested 35 year old Todd Bailey of Cobleskill for felony Criminal Mischief, plus 3rd degree Assault & Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Troopers were dispatched to Gilbert Lake Park in the town of Laurens for a domestic dispute involving several people; Bailey is accused of having a physical altercation with several family members, including a child under the age of 17, and causing damage to a vehicle. Bailey was arraigned in the town of Laurens Court and was released in his recognizance, pending court action Thursday
Delaware County Public Health and Delaware Opportunities will be holding a free Car Seat Safety Event at Delaware Opportunities 35430 NY-10, in Hamden, today from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Parents and caregivers can have their child’s car seat checked at no cost by certified child safety seat technicians. Car seats which do not meet the Federal Motor Safety Standard may be replaced; more information is available at 832-5200.
(Tom Revoir 6-27-18)
The Annual Macker Tournament benefits the Norwich YMCA, an estimated 1,200 players have already signed up for the 3 on 3 Basketball tournament in Norwich on July 14th & 15th. Those who want to volunteer can call Revoir at the Norwich YMCA at 336-9622, extension 29.
The Broome County District Attorney’s office announced that 27 year old Thomas Sessions of Whitney Point was arraigned Wednesday in Broome County Court, in connection with a March 23rd attack that seriously injured a Lisle resident. Sessions was located earlier this month in Arizona and taken into custody. The grand jury indictment charges Sessions with attempted 2nd degree murder, 1st degree assault, & attempted 1st & 2nd degree assault; he is accused of striking the victim in the head after knocking on the victim’s door & claiming to have a disabled vehicle.
A new report released Monday by a coalition of New York State law enforcement officials, public health experts and elected officials, showed that The Delaware County had the highest rates of gun-related suicide and homicide. The research focused at the rate of homicide and suicide in each county from 2012 to 2016, the report showed that for every 100,000 residents of Delaware County, there were 13.4 gun-related deaths, & the a rate of suicide by gun at 12.9. Other counties that ranked high were Allegany, Wyoming, Cattaraugus and Sullivan counties. New York State’s overall gun-related death rate was 4.4 deaths per 100,000 residents, which is below the national average of 11.8 deaths per 100,000 residents.
Governor Cuomo announced the launch of Open FOIL NY, to provide access to public records in New York. Open FOIL NY offers an open-access online form to request records from up to 3 agencies simultaneously, Access & contact information for 59 State agencies and authorities, and direct access to a growing body of online information and resources.
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 19 year old Cordell Witherow of Plymouth for 3rd degree Assault. Witherow is accused of causing serious physical injury to an unidentified male victim. Witherow was released on an appearance ticket and is to appear in the Town of Plymouth Court at a later date.
Chenango County Sheriff's Department arrested 24 year old Cara Kaskeski of Mount Vision, for Welfare Fraud & Offering a False Instrument for Filing. Kaskeski allegedly collected more than $9,000 in child care assistance from July 2014 through November 2017 which she was not entitled to receive, she was issued appearance tickets to appear in the City of Norwich Court at a later date.
The next meeting of the Tri-Town Coalition on Substance Abuse Prevention will be held at Track Side Dining on Main Street in Sidney this evening. The meeting will run from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, participants are invited to use the rear entrance.
Antonio Delgado of Rhinebeck won the 19th Congressional District Democratic Primary yesterday; he will face Republican incumbent John Faso in November. Delgado beat out 6 other Democrats to win the primary. The 19th district will be one of the most-watched races in the country
US Postal Inspectors, State Police CNET, Homeland Security Investigators (HSI), Vestal Police Department and the Broome County Drug Task Force made a controlled delivery of a package containing approximately 250 grams of Ecstasy to a residence in Binghamton. Following the delivery, a search was conducted at the home of 32 year old Andrew Davis, A search of the residence leads to the recovery of the package, digital scales, cellphone, & other items, Davis was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, he was arraigned and was remanded to the Broome County Jail without bail.
Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested 42 year old Patrick Renner Jr. of Stamford for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Operating a Motor Vehicle without an Ignition Interlock Device, Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle & violating the terms of his probation. Renner is accused of driving a vehicle on Main Street in the Village of Stamford on Thursday with a revoked driver’s license and without an ignition interlock device, from a previous DWI conviction. Renner was arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail pending further court action.
State Police arrested 36 year old Jennifer Grant of Westford for DWI, Operating a Vehicle While Registration Suspended, & Unlawful Possession of Marihuana, plus numerous traffic tickets. Troopers stopped Grant while on Otsego County Highway 34 after they observed her cross the center line and drive onto the shoulder. Grant was released to a sober third party and given appearance tickets to the town of Westford Court on July 17th.
State Police arrested 35 year old Todd Bailey of Cobleskill for felony Criminal Mischief, plus 3rd degree Assault & Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Troopers were dispatched to Gilbert Lake Park in the town of Laurens for a domestic dispute involving several people; Bailey is accused of having a physical altercation with several family members, including a child under the age of 17, and causing damage to a vehicle. Bailey was arraigned in the town of Laurens Court and was released in his recognizance, pending court action Thursday
Delaware County Public Health and Delaware Opportunities will be holding a free Car Seat Safety Event at Delaware Opportunities 35430 NY-10, in Hamden, today from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Parents and caregivers can have their child’s car seat checked at no cost by certified child safety seat technicians. Car seats which do not meet the Federal Motor Safety Standard may be replaced; more information is available at 832-5200.
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WCDO News — Thursday 8-10-17
The Broome County Emergency Services Dispatch Center received a report late yesterday afternoon of a possible drowning in the Susquehanna River in the Town of Colesville. Emergency responders were met by a fisherman who took them by boat, to 56 year old Joseph Kapral of Albion, who was not breathing. Efforts to revive Kapral were unsuccessful and he was pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation revealed that Kapral suffered a heart attack which contributed to his drowning, the death has been ruled as an accidental drowning.
State DEC officials announced that they are now investigating a 3rd alligator sighting in the Whitney Point Area, following the posting of a video from a kayaker in recent days. 2 previous alligators were reported & were captured, they were turned over to Animal Adventure Park in Harpursville.
The State Department of Health today announced a new set of regulations that will for the state's Medical Marijuana Program. The new regulations will allow for the sale of additional medical marijuana products and the addition of new courses that will allow prospective practitioners to complete their training in a shorter amount of time. There were 26,561 certified patients and 1,155 registered practitioners participating in the program. More information is available at health.ny.gov/regulations/medical_marijuana/.
State and federal crash Statistics have been released of the Counties in New York State with the highest motor vehicle crashes based on fatalities per 100,000 people. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that Seneca County had the worst numbers, followed by Greene County, Delaware County, Sullivan County & Wyoming County.
New York has received $50.2 million in tax revenues from the 3 newest casinos so far, which is lower than original projections, which the State Gaming Commission that oversees the casinos, attributes to unfinished expansion & construction. Tioga Downs Casino in Nichols sent $13.3 million in taxes through the end of June, but they expect to send more when a new hotel opens up at the site in November. The Rivers Casino & Resort in Schenectady opened in February, gross revenues were $56.8 million through June 30th; they expect 4 times that amount by 2019. The Del Lago Resort & Casino near Rochester, reported $63.1 million in gross revenues in their first 5 months, about 42% less than their projections. 80% percent of the taxes collected from casinos will go to education and property tax relief; 10% to the host municipalities while the last 10% goes to the counties surrounding the casino, according to the state law that allowed for them to open.
The Delaware County Fairgrounds are gearing up for the annual fair next week in Walton. Spokesman Jason Craig explains:
(Jason Craig 8-10-17)
The 131st Delaware County Fair will run from august 14th to the 19th
Chenango County Sheriff's department arrested 38 year old Mandy Martinez of the Bronx on an active Bench Warrant. Martinez was wanted by the Town of Norwich Court for failing to appear on in court to answer to a Petty Larceny charge from 2014, she was taken into custody & was arraigned & remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $500 cash bail. Martinez had returned to Norwich following the murder of her daughter, 11 year old Jacelyn O'Connor, and the arrest of 2 men for that murder.
The Binghamton Aeros are hosting their 32nd Annual Festival of Giants R/C Air Show. The 4 day event is being held at the Chenango Bridge Airport, & will support the CHOW program, with Cash or non-perishable food item donations requested for admission. more information is available at binghamtonaeros.wildapricot.org, or at 648-9314.
State DEC officials announced that they are now investigating a 3rd alligator sighting in the Whitney Point Area, following the posting of a video from a kayaker in recent days. 2 previous alligators were reported & were captured, they were turned over to Animal Adventure Park in Harpursville.
The State Department of Health today announced a new set of regulations that will for the state's Medical Marijuana Program. The new regulations will allow for the sale of additional medical marijuana products and the addition of new courses that will allow prospective practitioners to complete their training in a shorter amount of time. There were 26,561 certified patients and 1,155 registered practitioners participating in the program. More information is available at health.ny.gov/regulations/medical_marijuana/.
State and federal crash Statistics have been released of the Counties in New York State with the highest motor vehicle crashes based on fatalities per 100,000 people. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that Seneca County had the worst numbers, followed by Greene County, Delaware County, Sullivan County & Wyoming County.
New York has received $50.2 million in tax revenues from the 3 newest casinos so far, which is lower than original projections, which the State Gaming Commission that oversees the casinos, attributes to unfinished expansion & construction. Tioga Downs Casino in Nichols sent $13.3 million in taxes through the end of June, but they expect to send more when a new hotel opens up at the site in November. The Rivers Casino & Resort in Schenectady opened in February, gross revenues were $56.8 million through June 30th; they expect 4 times that amount by 2019. The Del Lago Resort & Casino near Rochester, reported $63.1 million in gross revenues in their first 5 months, about 42% less than their projections. 80% percent of the taxes collected from casinos will go to education and property tax relief; 10% to the host municipalities while the last 10% goes to the counties surrounding the casino, according to the state law that allowed for them to open.
The Delaware County Fairgrounds are gearing up for the annual fair next week in Walton. Spokesman Jason Craig explains:
(Jason Craig 8-10-17)
The 131st Delaware County Fair will run from august 14th to the 19th
Chenango County Sheriff's department arrested 38 year old Mandy Martinez of the Bronx on an active Bench Warrant. Martinez was wanted by the Town of Norwich Court for failing to appear on in court to answer to a Petty Larceny charge from 2014, she was taken into custody & was arraigned & remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $500 cash bail. Martinez had returned to Norwich following the murder of her daughter, 11 year old Jacelyn O'Connor, and the arrest of 2 men for that murder.
The Binghamton Aeros are hosting their 32nd Annual Festival of Giants R/C Air Show. The 4 day event is being held at the Chenango Bridge Airport, & will support the CHOW program, with Cash or non-perishable food item donations requested for admission. more information is available at binghamtonaeros.wildapricot.org, or at 648-9314.
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WCDO News — Friday 5-12-17
The Broome County District Attorney’s Office & Tunkhannock Police are searching for 2 fugitives, wanted on felony warrants for Escape, Criminal Conspiracy to Commit Escape, and other related charges. 27-year-old Chelsea Robinson of Montrose Pennsylvania escaped from the custody of Wyoming County Adult Probation officers at the courthouse on May 5th. Robinson's boyfriend, 32-year-old Shane Macnamee assisted in her escape. ROBINSON and MACNAMEE may be in Binghamton or the Town of Chenango in Broome County, possibly operating a silver Jeep Grand Cherokee with a Pennsylvania License plate of HKF-4361. Anyone with information on their location is asked to contact the Broome County District Attorney’s Office at 778-2425, or 9-1-1.
The 128th Commencement exercises will be held at the State University in Oneonta Saturday. The exercises will be held at the Dewar Arena, at 9:00 AM, 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM.
More events have been scheduled for the opening night of the General Clinton Canoe Regatta on May 26th, Regatta Chairman John Harmon explains:
(John Harmon 5-12-17)
The admission will be free to General Clinton Park Friday night due to sponsorships by SFCU and Amphenol.
The State Department of Health reminds New Yorkers to take precautions against the Zika virus and other mosquito-borne illnesses. Residents are reminded to get rid of any standing water in items such as old tires, bird baths, drain pipes & similar areas around the house & yard, The Health Department has a Zika Information Line at 1-888-364-4723, more information about Zika is available at health.ny.gov.
The American Hockey League announced today that the league’s Board of Governors has approved the following division alignment and schedule format for the 2017-18 AHL season. The Binghamton Devils have been assigned to the "North Division” traditional Binghamton rivals will include the Rochester Americans, Syracuse Crunch, & Utica Comets.
The United Way of Delaware and Otsego Counties announced the Technical Training for their 2018 funding cycle would be held on Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at 10:00 AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Oneonta. Those who would like to reserve a seat should call the United Way at 432-8006, Applications will be available beginning June 1st.
Yesterday, an accident at the Walton Waste Water Treatment Plant required the dispatch of the Walton Fire Department, as well as the Delaware County HazMat Team, Delaware County Department of Emergency Services, Chenango County HazMat Team and Walton Police Department. A delivery vehicle emptied its contents into the wrong tank causing a chemical reaction and the production of potentially harmful gases. The Waste Water Treatment Plant employees were evacuated and the nearby Industrial Park businesses were evacuated as a precaution. No injuries were reported.
Governor Cuomo announced that the State Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors approved more than $62 million in grants, interest-free loans, and low-cost loans to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the state. Locally, the Village of Delhi will receive $2.3 million in Grants & loans for the development of a new well and treatment facility, the replacement of an old & undersized distribution main in the Village. The Village of Greene will get $7.7 million, in grants & loans to finance the costs associated with the planning, design and construction of measures to make the Village sewer system more resilient to future storms.
The Friends of Rogers will hold the Ultimate Teen Scavenger Hunt for Ages 12-16 tomorrow from 1:00pm to 3:00pm, at the Rogers Environmental Center on State Route 80 in Sherburne. More information is available at 674-4733 or FriendsofRogers.org.
Olympic Figure Skating Champion & Avid Gardener Dick Button at will be a guest speaker at the Fenimore House in Cooperstown Saturday. Button’s presentation will run from 2:00 to 3:30 PM
The annual Big Wheels Golf Tournament, held at the Delhi College Golf Course today. The event serves as a primary fundraiser for programs and services which provide assistance to Delaware County senior citizens. More information is available from the Delaware County Office for the Aging at 832-5750.
The 128th Commencement exercises will be held at the State University in Oneonta Saturday. The exercises will be held at the Dewar Arena, at 9:00 AM, 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM.
More events have been scheduled for the opening night of the General Clinton Canoe Regatta on May 26th, Regatta Chairman John Harmon explains:
(John Harmon 5-12-17)
The admission will be free to General Clinton Park Friday night due to sponsorships by SFCU and Amphenol.
The State Department of Health reminds New Yorkers to take precautions against the Zika virus and other mosquito-borne illnesses. Residents are reminded to get rid of any standing water in items such as old tires, bird baths, drain pipes & similar areas around the house & yard, The Health Department has a Zika Information Line at 1-888-364-4723, more information about Zika is available at health.ny.gov.
The American Hockey League announced today that the league’s Board of Governors has approved the following division alignment and schedule format for the 2017-18 AHL season. The Binghamton Devils have been assigned to the "North Division” traditional Binghamton rivals will include the Rochester Americans, Syracuse Crunch, & Utica Comets.
The United Way of Delaware and Otsego Counties announced the Technical Training for their 2018 funding cycle would be held on Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at 10:00 AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Oneonta. Those who would like to reserve a seat should call the United Way at 432-8006, Applications will be available beginning June 1st.
Yesterday, an accident at the Walton Waste Water Treatment Plant required the dispatch of the Walton Fire Department, as well as the Delaware County HazMat Team, Delaware County Department of Emergency Services, Chenango County HazMat Team and Walton Police Department. A delivery vehicle emptied its contents into the wrong tank causing a chemical reaction and the production of potentially harmful gases. The Waste Water Treatment Plant employees were evacuated and the nearby Industrial Park businesses were evacuated as a precaution. No injuries were reported.
Governor Cuomo announced that the State Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors approved more than $62 million in grants, interest-free loans, and low-cost loans to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the state. Locally, the Village of Delhi will receive $2.3 million in Grants & loans for the development of a new well and treatment facility, the replacement of an old & undersized distribution main in the Village. The Village of Greene will get $7.7 million, in grants & loans to finance the costs associated with the planning, design and construction of measures to make the Village sewer system more resilient to future storms.
The Friends of Rogers will hold the Ultimate Teen Scavenger Hunt for Ages 12-16 tomorrow from 1:00pm to 3:00pm, at the Rogers Environmental Center on State Route 80 in Sherburne. More information is available at 674-4733 or FriendsofRogers.org.
Olympic Figure Skating Champion & Avid Gardener Dick Button at will be a guest speaker at the Fenimore House in Cooperstown Saturday. Button’s presentation will run from 2:00 to 3:30 PM
The annual Big Wheels Golf Tournament, held at the Delhi College Golf Course today. The event serves as a primary fundraiser for programs and services which provide assistance to Delaware County senior citizens. More information is available from the Delaware County Office for the Aging at 832-5750.
AMERICAN HOCKEY LEAGUEAmphenolBIG WHEELS GOLF TOURNAMENTBINGHAMTON DEVILSCHELSEA ROBINSONCHENANGO COUNTY HAZMAT TEAMCooperstownDELAWARE COUNTY HAZMAT TEAMDelaware County Office for the AgingDelhiDICK BUTTONFENIMORE HOUSEFriends of Rogers Environmental Education CenterGENERAL CLINTON CANOE REGATTAGovernor CuomoGreeneJOHN HARMONMONTROSE PENNSYLVANIAROCHESTER AMERICANSSFCUSHANE MACNAMEEState Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of DirectorsSUNY DELHISUNY ONEONTASYRACUSE CRUNCHTUNKHANNOK PENNSYLVANIAUNITED WAY OF DELAWARE AND OTSEGO COUNTIESUNTIC COMETSUTICA COMETSWALTON WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITYWCDOWYOMING COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA
WCDO News — Monday 12-26-16
The state's minimum wage is going up at year's end. Downstate counties & New York City will see higher minimum wages implemented due to a higher cost of living, in most of the upstate counties, the wage will be increased to $9.70 an hour. The increases go into effect on the last day of the year.
It now seems unlikely for the state lawmakers to be called back to Albany for a special session this week. Lawmakers were pushing for a pay increase for themselves for the fist time in 17 years; Governor Cuomo was pushing for stronger ethics reforms. Lawmakers come back to Albany to begin the 2017 session in January.
The Chenango United Way campaign will be ending on December 30th at 3:00 PM. Officials stated that they need about $21,500 to meet this year's state goal of $419,00. 22 programs and 17 food pantries and soup kitchens received funding last year; donations can be made in person or mailed to 83 North Broad St., Norwich 13815 or by phone at 334-8815.
U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer said that he wants Donald Trump to include "real spending" and not just tax breaks in his plan to overhaul America's transportation infrastructure. Schumer said that he's shared his view with the Republican president-elect; he said that actual investment of federal dollars is necessary if the nation is to repair and rebuild its infrastructure. Schumer says Democrats must stay true to their principles, but they shouldn't oppose something "just because the name Trump is on it." Trump vowed to repair and replace aging bridges, tunnels, airports and rail lines as part of a campaign to re-invigorate the nation's transportation networks.
State officials are reminding New Yorkers that if they have an old TV, laptop, cell phone, tablet or other electronic device to dispose of, they cannot put it with their regular trash. The State Electronic Equipment recycling & re-use act makes it illegal to have those items thrown out, they must be disposed of properly due to toxins that could contaminate the soil, air or water. The law also requires manufacturers of electronic devices to take back the products they have sold. More information is available on the state DEC website.
The Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested several people on sealed indictment arrest warrant on a variety of drug charges Thursday. Charged were 20 year old Marissa Peck of Andes, 22 year old Zachery Mattice of Delhi, 35 year old Dennis Fickeria of Margaretville & 45 year old Abelardo Vincente of Hancock. All 4 were held in the Delaware County Jail on cash bail. Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies also arrested 21-year-old Austin Rose of Andes on a sealed indictment arrest warrant; he’ll be arraigned on the undisclosed charges in January, when the charges will be unsealed. Rose was arrested at the Otsego County Correctional Facility where he is being held on a charge of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance.
A Broome County Grand Jury handed up a 5-count indictment against 60-year-old Mark Tanner, for allegedly burglarizing 4 Binghamton businesses and menacing a police officer. The Broome County DA’s office reported that Tanner unlawfully entered JR's Automotive Sales, Fairview Cleaners, Mr. Tire, and Broome Recycling, with intent to commit a crime. Tanner also displayed a weapon to responding police officers, with the intent to cause fear of physical injury, he faces court action shortly.
The Otsego County Sheriffs department arrested 32 year old Robert Colvin of Unadilla, for allegedly breaking into a woman’s house, shoving the victim & stealing prescription medication, Colvin was charged robbery and grand larceny; Colvin was arraigned in the Town of Unadilla Court and was sent to the county jail in lieu of $20,000 cash bail or $40,000 bond.
State officials announced that a Specialist employed by The Children’s Home of Wyoming Conference was arrested and arraigned on a misdemeanor endangerment charge for allegedly smoking marijuana with 14-year-old child, while on an outing with the child. 27-year-old Michael Greenwood of Endicott was also charged with & Falsifying Business Records, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle. Greenwood was arraigned in Binghamton City Court and was released on his own recognizance. He has been terminated from his position.
It now seems unlikely for the state lawmakers to be called back to Albany for a special session this week. Lawmakers were pushing for a pay increase for themselves for the fist time in 17 years; Governor Cuomo was pushing for stronger ethics reforms. Lawmakers come back to Albany to begin the 2017 session in January.
The Chenango United Way campaign will be ending on December 30th at 3:00 PM. Officials stated that they need about $21,500 to meet this year's state goal of $419,00. 22 programs and 17 food pantries and soup kitchens received funding last year; donations can be made in person or mailed to 83 North Broad St., Norwich 13815 or by phone at 334-8815.
U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer said that he wants Donald Trump to include "real spending" and not just tax breaks in his plan to overhaul America's transportation infrastructure. Schumer said that he's shared his view with the Republican president-elect; he said that actual investment of federal dollars is necessary if the nation is to repair and rebuild its infrastructure. Schumer says Democrats must stay true to their principles, but they shouldn't oppose something "just because the name Trump is on it." Trump vowed to repair and replace aging bridges, tunnels, airports and rail lines as part of a campaign to re-invigorate the nation's transportation networks.
State officials are reminding New Yorkers that if they have an old TV, laptop, cell phone, tablet or other electronic device to dispose of, they cannot put it with their regular trash. The State Electronic Equipment recycling & re-use act makes it illegal to have those items thrown out, they must be disposed of properly due to toxins that could contaminate the soil, air or water. The law also requires manufacturers of electronic devices to take back the products they have sold. More information is available on the state DEC website.
The Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested several people on sealed indictment arrest warrant on a variety of drug charges Thursday. Charged were 20 year old Marissa Peck of Andes, 22 year old Zachery Mattice of Delhi, 35 year old Dennis Fickeria of Margaretville & 45 year old Abelardo Vincente of Hancock. All 4 were held in the Delaware County Jail on cash bail. Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies also arrested 21-year-old Austin Rose of Andes on a sealed indictment arrest warrant; he’ll be arraigned on the undisclosed charges in January, when the charges will be unsealed. Rose was arrested at the Otsego County Correctional Facility where he is being held on a charge of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance.
A Broome County Grand Jury handed up a 5-count indictment against 60-year-old Mark Tanner, for allegedly burglarizing 4 Binghamton businesses and menacing a police officer. The Broome County DA’s office reported that Tanner unlawfully entered JR's Automotive Sales, Fairview Cleaners, Mr. Tire, and Broome Recycling, with intent to commit a crime. Tanner also displayed a weapon to responding police officers, with the intent to cause fear of physical injury, he faces court action shortly.
The Otsego County Sheriffs department arrested 32 year old Robert Colvin of Unadilla, for allegedly breaking into a woman’s house, shoving the victim & stealing prescription medication, Colvin was charged robbery and grand larceny; Colvin was arraigned in the Town of Unadilla Court and was sent to the county jail in lieu of $20,000 cash bail or $40,000 bond.
State officials announced that a Specialist employed by The Children’s Home of Wyoming Conference was arrested and arraigned on a misdemeanor endangerment charge for allegedly smoking marijuana with 14-year-old child, while on an outing with the child. 27-year-old Michael Greenwood of Endicott was also charged with & Falsifying Business Records, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle. Greenwood was arraigned in Binghamton City Court and was released on his own recognizance. He has been terminated from his position.
WCDO News — Wednesday 7-8-15
Governor Cuomo signed the “Enough is Enough” Legislation Tuesday in New York City, to Combat Sexual Assault on private College Campuses:
(Cuomo 7-8-15)
The bill is based on action already taken in the State University System. The law is expected to become a national model on the issue of sexual assaults on college campuses.
The Broome County Sheriff's Office is actively looking for a 16-year-old run away. Deputies responded to the Children's Home of Wyoming Conference in the Town of Fenton, where Mia Rosado took a bus to the Elmira, area - but could still be in the Broome County area. Anyone with information can contact the Sheriff's Office at 778-1911. Mia is 16 years old; light skinned Hispanic, brown hair & eyes, 5'5'' tall, 130 lbs. Mia was last seen wearing a gray sweatshirt.
Tioga Downs Owner Jeff Gural is now the only one left with a proposal before the state gaming commission for a casino in the Southern Tier. Gural said that his plan calls for a 125 million dollar expansion, and should add about 500 jobs; a previous group out of Albany has dropped their proposal for a Broome County facility.
Binghamton Mayor Rich David announced that the City of Binghamton has reinstated Police Chief Joseph Zikuski. Mayor David stated that they reviewed an independent review of accusations against Chief Zikuski by the law firm of Coughlin & Gerhart. Mayor David said that the there were no complaints or evidence of harassment or discrimination by Zikuski, who was on a 60-day unpaid suspension that ended today.
Greater Chenango Cares is a partnership with the Department of Defense to provide an opportunity for residents of Chenango County & neighboring counties to participate in a no-cost military training program July 13th. through the 22nd, for Medical, Dental, & Eye care, plus veterinary services. the Chenango United way is assisting with lining up local volunteers from many different functions during the event, Spokesperson Elizabeth Monaco explains:
(Elizabeth Monaco 7-8-15)
Monaco said that volunteer opportunities and sign ups are available on-line at volunteer.chenangouw.org. Appointments are needed for veterinary services are available at 334-9724 ext. 3, dental appointments can be made at 337-1643, more information is available at the Greater Chenango Cares Facebook page.
The Chenango Arts Council is launching the Norwich Preparatory Theater this month. Council Spokesperson Alecia O'Neill explains:
(Alecia O’Neill 7-8-15)
The deadline to sign up is this Friday July 10th, more information is available at the Arts Council at 336-ARTS.
(Cuomo 7-8-15)
The bill is based on action already taken in the State University System. The law is expected to become a national model on the issue of sexual assaults on college campuses.
The Broome County Sheriff's Office is actively looking for a 16-year-old run away. Deputies responded to the Children's Home of Wyoming Conference in the Town of Fenton, where Mia Rosado took a bus to the Elmira, area - but could still be in the Broome County area. Anyone with information can contact the Sheriff's Office at 778-1911. Mia is 16 years old; light skinned Hispanic, brown hair & eyes, 5'5'' tall, 130 lbs. Mia was last seen wearing a gray sweatshirt.
Tioga Downs Owner Jeff Gural is now the only one left with a proposal before the state gaming commission for a casino in the Southern Tier. Gural said that his plan calls for a 125 million dollar expansion, and should add about 500 jobs; a previous group out of Albany has dropped their proposal for a Broome County facility.
Binghamton Mayor Rich David announced that the City of Binghamton has reinstated Police Chief Joseph Zikuski. Mayor David stated that they reviewed an independent review of accusations against Chief Zikuski by the law firm of Coughlin & Gerhart. Mayor David said that the there were no complaints or evidence of harassment or discrimination by Zikuski, who was on a 60-day unpaid suspension that ended today.
Greater Chenango Cares is a partnership with the Department of Defense to provide an opportunity for residents of Chenango County & neighboring counties to participate in a no-cost military training program July 13th. through the 22nd, for Medical, Dental, & Eye care, plus veterinary services. the Chenango United way is assisting with lining up local volunteers from many different functions during the event, Spokesperson Elizabeth Monaco explains:
(Elizabeth Monaco 7-8-15)
Monaco said that volunteer opportunities and sign ups are available on-line at volunteer.chenangouw.org. Appointments are needed for veterinary services are available at 334-9724 ext. 3, dental appointments can be made at 337-1643, more information is available at the Greater Chenango Cares Facebook page.
The Chenango Arts Council is launching the Norwich Preparatory Theater this month. Council Spokesperson Alecia O'Neill explains:
(Alecia O’Neill 7-8-15)
The deadline to sign up is this Friday July 10th, more information is available at the Arts Council at 336-ARTS.
WCDO News — Monday 4-7-14
The Cortland County Sheriff's Department announced that 47 year old Gerald Notoli of Smithville Flats was killed in a crash on Friday. Notoli’s vehicle left state route 41 in the town of Willett and hit a tree, the investigation into the cause of the crash is continuing.
State lawmakers wrapped up the state budget one week ago, area assemblyman Pete Lopez said that Agriculture was funded favorably in this budget:
(Lopez 4-7-14)
Lopez said that the education portion of the budget also addressed the need for additional state aid to poorer school districts.
U.S. Senator Charles Schumer said the U.S.D.A will begin soliciting proposals on May 20th from Greek yogurt makers, who want to provide Greek yogurt to 12 states, as part of USDA’s Greek yogurt pilot program. Schumer is urging New York Greek yogurt producers like Chobani & other to apply for the program, which will expand to 8 new states, from September 2014 to June 2015 and include New York, Arizona, Idaho, Tennessee, California, Iowa, Connecticut, Illinois, North Carolina, Vermont, Washington and Mississippi. USDA will select one or multiple vendors to provide Greek yogurt.
The Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested Jason Wheeler of Sherburne on charges of 2nd degree Burglary and 4th degree Grand Larceny. Wheeler was picked up at the Wyoming State Correctional Facility; he was wanted in connection with the theft of firearms from a Sherburne residence. Wheeler arraigned in the Town of Sherburne court and remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $5,000 cash bail.
Students entering 8th and 9th grade this fall will have the opportunity to spend two days in the world of hospital healthcare this summer when UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital hosts their annual “M.A.S.H. Camp” on Tuesday, August 5th and Wednesday, August 6th. The 2-day camp is sponsored by UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital and the Central New York Area Health Education Center, to help encourage young people to explore health careers. Space is limited to 20 students the deadline for applying is Friday, May 2nd. Students can access the online application at cnyahec.org.
The Chenango county sheriffs department arrested Michelle Venditti of Whitesboro for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle. Venditti was charged following an investigation for speeding in the Town of North Norwich, it was discovered that Venditti's Driver's License was suspended on 7 separate occasions. Venditti was arraigned & was remanded to the custody of the Chenango County Sheriff's Office on $2,000 cash bail.
New York’s ethics commission reports $210 million was spent on state and local lobbying last year. The Joint Commission on Public Ethics, in its 2013 annual report, says its enforcement cases resulted in more than $450,000 in penalties. The report shows a record $191 million was spent last year on compensation for in-house and retained lobbyists. Top spenders on lobbying included tobacco companies, teachers’ unions and hospital groups.
Many of the breath mints, chocolate bars and sodas bought from vending machines won’t be subject to sales tax under New York’s new budget. Items purchased for less than $1.50 from automatic vending machines will be exempt from the tax beginning June 1st.
State lawmakers wrapped up the state budget one week ago, area assemblyman Pete Lopez said that Agriculture was funded favorably in this budget:
(Lopez 4-7-14)
Lopez said that the education portion of the budget also addressed the need for additional state aid to poorer school districts.
U.S. Senator Charles Schumer said the U.S.D.A will begin soliciting proposals on May 20th from Greek yogurt makers, who want to provide Greek yogurt to 12 states, as part of USDA’s Greek yogurt pilot program. Schumer is urging New York Greek yogurt producers like Chobani & other to apply for the program, which will expand to 8 new states, from September 2014 to June 2015 and include New York, Arizona, Idaho, Tennessee, California, Iowa, Connecticut, Illinois, North Carolina, Vermont, Washington and Mississippi. USDA will select one or multiple vendors to provide Greek yogurt.
The Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested Jason Wheeler of Sherburne on charges of 2nd degree Burglary and 4th degree Grand Larceny. Wheeler was picked up at the Wyoming State Correctional Facility; he was wanted in connection with the theft of firearms from a Sherburne residence. Wheeler arraigned in the Town of Sherburne court and remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $5,000 cash bail.
Students entering 8th and 9th grade this fall will have the opportunity to spend two days in the world of hospital healthcare this summer when UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital hosts their annual “M.A.S.H. Camp” on Tuesday, August 5th and Wednesday, August 6th. The 2-day camp is sponsored by UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital and the Central New York Area Health Education Center, to help encourage young people to explore health careers. Space is limited to 20 students the deadline for applying is Friday, May 2nd. Students can access the online application at cnyahec.org.
The Chenango county sheriffs department arrested Michelle Venditti of Whitesboro for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle. Venditti was charged following an investigation for speeding in the Town of North Norwich, it was discovered that Venditti's Driver's License was suspended on 7 separate occasions. Venditti was arraigned & was remanded to the custody of the Chenango County Sheriff's Office on $2,000 cash bail.
New York’s ethics commission reports $210 million was spent on state and local lobbying last year. The Joint Commission on Public Ethics, in its 2013 annual report, says its enforcement cases resulted in more than $450,000 in penalties. The report shows a record $191 million was spent last year on compensation for in-house and retained lobbyists. Top spenders on lobbying included tobacco companies, teachers’ unions and hospital groups.
Many of the breath mints, chocolate bars and sodas bought from vending machines won’t be subject to sales tax under New York’s new budget. Items purchased for less than $1.50 from automatic vending machines will be exempt from the tax beginning June 1st.
WCDO News — Friday 11-22-13
State police are continuing with the investigation into the death of 52 year old Charles Bruce of Long Island, who was fatally shot in the chest while hunting in Westford Saturday. Bruce was hunting with friends Saturday, when he was shot by an unidentified person hunting from a tree, Bruce died at the scene, the case is being investigated by state Police, the state DEC and the Otsego county District attorney’s office.
State police arrested 33-year-old Bridgitt Eggleston of Bainbridge following the reported theft of as vehicle. Eggleston was charged with 4 counts of 3rd degree grand larceny and 3 counts of 2nd degree grand larceny, following the investigation, she faces court action shortly.
State Senator Tom Libous is seeking a meeting with key state officials in an effort to keep Broome Developmental and other key facilities open. Libous forwarded legislation call for a freeze until 2015 for the closure of mental health facilities, so that alternative plans can be forwarded & discussed. Libous told WCDO News what prompted the talk of these closures:
(Libous 11-21-13)
Libous said that he is looking forward to meeting with key officials as early as next week regarding the issue, he has registered his concerns with Governor Cuomo, who he said is sympathetic to his position.
The Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 31-year-old Vann Ross Shipley of Bainbridge as a fugitive from the State of South Carolina. Shipley was wanted on a warrant issued by Horry County Family Court for failure to pay child support; he was arraigned in Chenango County Court & was remanded to the Chenango County jail without bail pending extradition back to South Carolina.
The Chenango county sheriff’s department arrested 64-year-old Daniel Dumont of Albany County, on a charge of 4th degree Grand Larceny. Dumont is accused of making ATM withdrawals of more than $1,000 from a checking account that he was not authorized to access. Dumont was taken into custody at the Bethlehem Police Department in Albany County & was transported to the Town of Norwich Court for his arraignment, he was ordered to reappear at a later date.
State Police Superintendent Joseph D’Amico announced the death of Trooper Ross Riley, who succumbed to injuries sustained during a fall at Letchworth State Park in Wyoming County. Riley was a member of the Special Operations Response Team, he fell from a ledge approximately 30 feet into a creek, and He was transported to Wyoming County Community Hospital where he was pronounced dead. Funeral arrangements will be announced shortly.
The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting today in the Guilford Cafeteria at 6:30 PM. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.
Assemblyman Pete Lopez will be holding a town hall meeting for the towns of Cherry Valley and Roseboom Tonight at 7:00 PM. The meeting will be held at Community Center at 2 Genesee Street in Cherry Valley.
State police arrested 33-year-old Bridgitt Eggleston of Bainbridge following the reported theft of as vehicle. Eggleston was charged with 4 counts of 3rd degree grand larceny and 3 counts of 2nd degree grand larceny, following the investigation, she faces court action shortly.
State Senator Tom Libous is seeking a meeting with key state officials in an effort to keep Broome Developmental and other key facilities open. Libous forwarded legislation call for a freeze until 2015 for the closure of mental health facilities, so that alternative plans can be forwarded & discussed. Libous told WCDO News what prompted the talk of these closures:
(Libous 11-21-13)
Libous said that he is looking forward to meeting with key officials as early as next week regarding the issue, he has registered his concerns with Governor Cuomo, who he said is sympathetic to his position.
The Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 31-year-old Vann Ross Shipley of Bainbridge as a fugitive from the State of South Carolina. Shipley was wanted on a warrant issued by Horry County Family Court for failure to pay child support; he was arraigned in Chenango County Court & was remanded to the Chenango County jail without bail pending extradition back to South Carolina.
The Chenango county sheriff’s department arrested 64-year-old Daniel Dumont of Albany County, on a charge of 4th degree Grand Larceny. Dumont is accused of making ATM withdrawals of more than $1,000 from a checking account that he was not authorized to access. Dumont was taken into custody at the Bethlehem Police Department in Albany County & was transported to the Town of Norwich Court for his arraignment, he was ordered to reappear at a later date.
State Police Superintendent Joseph D’Amico announced the death of Trooper Ross Riley, who succumbed to injuries sustained during a fall at Letchworth State Park in Wyoming County. Riley was a member of the Special Operations Response Team, he fell from a ledge approximately 30 feet into a creek, and He was transported to Wyoming County Community Hospital where he was pronounced dead. Funeral arrangements will be announced shortly.
The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting today in the Guilford Cafeteria at 6:30 PM. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.
Assemblyman Pete Lopez will be holding a town hall meeting for the towns of Cherry Valley and Roseboom Tonight at 7:00 PM. The meeting will be held at Community Center at 2 Genesee Street in Cherry Valley.
ALBANY COUNTYASSEMBLYMAN PETE LOPEZBainbridgeBAINBRIDGE-GUILFORD CENTRAL SCHOOLBridgitt EgglestonCHARLES BRUCECHERRY VALLEYDaniel DumontGovernor CuomoHorry County Family CourtLetchworth State ParkLONG ISLANDNew YorkNYROSEBOOMSouth CarolinaSTATE POLICE SUPERINTENDENT JOSEPH D'AMICOSTATE SENATOR TOM LIBOUSTrooper Ross RileyVann Ross ShipleyWCDOWYOMING COUNTY
WCDO News — Monday 7-29-13
Pennsylvania State Police that 5 people died in a helicopter crash in Wyoming County Saturday night. 4 adults and 1 child were killed; the helicopter departed from the Tri-Cities Airport in Endicott, search crews located the helicopter Sunday afternoon on South Mountain in Noxen Township. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating.
Governor Cuomo announced increased fines for distracted driving violations, which includes texting-while-driving or using an electronic handheld device while driving, is in effect. The new minimum fines and higher maximum fines are, For a first offense, the minimum fine is $50 and maximum fine increases to $150, For a second offense committed within 18 months, the minimum fine is $50 and the maximum fine increases to $200, For a third or subsequent offense committed within 18 months, the minimum fine is $50 and the maximum fine increases to $400. More information is available at dmv.ny.gov/cellphone.htm.
The sentence for Joshua Stimpson has been upheld in Delaware County court in connection with a fatal accident in March of 2010. Stimpson was driving on State Route 10 when he tried to pass a tractor-trailer in a no passing zone; he hit a vehicle driven by Sherry Bush car head on, killing her instantly. Stimpson pleaded guilty to 2nd degree manslaughter and was sentenced to three-and-a-half to 10-and-a-half years in prison; the appellate court ruled the sentence will stand, as Stimpson waived his right to appeal both the conviction and the sentence when he pleaded guilty.
Delaware County Deputies arrested 18-year-old Kyle Clark of Delhi for 3rd degree Assault for an incident that occurred on July 7th in the Town of Andes. Clark was issued an Appearance Ticket returnable to the Town of Andes Court at a later date.
Governor Cuomo announced increased fines for distracted driving violations, which includes texting-while-driving or using an electronic handheld device while driving, is in effect. The new minimum fines and higher maximum fines are, For a first offense, the minimum fine is $50 and maximum fine increases to $150, For a second offense committed within 18 months, the minimum fine is $50 and the maximum fine increases to $200, For a third or subsequent offense committed within 18 months, the minimum fine is $50 and the maximum fine increases to $400. More information is available at dmv.ny.gov/cellphone.htm.
The sentence for Joshua Stimpson has been upheld in Delaware County court in connection with a fatal accident in March of 2010. Stimpson was driving on State Route 10 when he tried to pass a tractor-trailer in a no passing zone; he hit a vehicle driven by Sherry Bush car head on, killing her instantly. Stimpson pleaded guilty to 2nd degree manslaughter and was sentenced to three-and-a-half to 10-and-a-half years in prison; the appellate court ruled the sentence will stand, as Stimpson waived his right to appeal both the conviction and the sentence when he pleaded guilty.
Delaware County Deputies arrested 18-year-old Kyle Clark of Delhi for 3rd degree Assault for an incident that occurred on July 7th in the Town of Andes. Clark was issued an Appearance Ticket returnable to the Town of Andes Court at a later date.
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