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WCDO News — Monday 7-15-19
Ed Curley of Sidney continues his bicycle trek across
America to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes research Foundation, the
afternoon Ed was in San Antonio Texas, with the final destination of St.
Augustine Florida, he gave WCDO News an update on his progress:
(Ed Curley 7-15-19)
Curley said that he hopes to raise about $10,000 with this effort;
donations can be made the JDRF.org.
The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce is asking its members
to complete their annual survey. All answers by respondents will remain confidential,
the answers will help the Chamber in their efforts to ensure that the services
of the Chamber meet the needs of businesses.
The Survey link can be found at cxvibe.typeform.com and need to be
completed by July 26th.
The Chenango County Planning Department, working in
conjunction with Opportunities for Chenango, is slated for a $500,000 Community
Block Grant through the New York State Office of Homes and Community Renewal.
Money will be allocated to income-eligible homeowners in need of making vital
home improvements. The plan would need
to be approved by the Chenango County Board of Supervisors before the money
could be made available to homeowners.
This year's Utica Boilermaker race was delayed for about 15
minutes Sunday, not because of any weather related issues, but because of a
homicide near the starting line. One
woman was pronounced dead at the scene &
man was taken to an area hospital with lacerations, that investigation
is ongoing.
The Delaware County Chamber of
Commerce will honor businesses at their 2019 Annual Business Awards ceremony on
Wednesday at 6:00 PM. The Chamber announced
today that the event has been moved to the Meredith Inn at 4206 Turnpike
Road, Delhi, due to the likelihood of
Showers & Thunderstorms. The
Honorees include the Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, as the 2019
Business of the Year, Stagecoach Run Art Festival, headquartered in Treadwell
and Franklin, and Table to Farm Tours of Roxbury, will receive the 2019 Tourism
Award. More information is available at delawarecounty.org.
1 person was injured in a fire Friday at the Mayrose
Apartments on Lewis Avenue in Oneonta.
The fire started in apartment 206, the occupant was taken to fox
Hospital for an undisclosed injury, and 1 other person in another apartment was
displaced due to smoke & water damage.
The investigation is continuing.
Efforts & fundraisers continued Saturday in Bainbridge
for Sidney resident Heather Bucalos, who is fighting cancer again. Christine Oliver is one of the people who is
helping with the fundraisers for Heather:
(Christine Oliver 7-15-19)
KC Blass is also assisting with the fundraising efforts; she
has helped Heather with her fundraisers for others in recent years:
(KC Blass 7-15-19)
Heather told WCDO News about her cancer, and how her friends
are making it easier to cope with what is ahead:
(Heather Bucalos 7-15-19)
The Bainbridge Glow Run on Heather's behalf will be held at
General Clinton Park in Bainbridge on September 14th, more information is
available at bainbridgeglowrun.com.
State Police, the State Park Police and the Governor’s
Traffic Safety Committee are partnering to ensure that visitors to state parks
are buckling up for safety. "Buckle
Up Nnew York in the Parks" is an enforcement and educational campaign to
ensure that visiting motorists and their passengers properly buckle-up their
seatbelts while travelling inside state parks, This year’s campaign will be
held through August 12th.
Catskill Area Hospice and Palliative Care is hosting a Caregiver Support Group at The AO Fox Hospital Tri-Town Campus in Sidney starting today. The group will meet 6 times to provide information and support for those who are taking care of seriously ill family members or friends. Caregivers will have an opportunity to identify concerns, discuss feelings, receive support from others, and locate community resources which may be helpful for their unique situations. More information is available at 432-5525.
America to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes research Foundation, the
afternoon Ed was in San Antonio Texas, with the final destination of St.
Augustine Florida, he gave WCDO News an update on his progress:
(Ed Curley 7-15-19)
Curley said that he hopes to raise about $10,000 with this effort;
donations can be made the JDRF.org.
The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce is asking its members
to complete their annual survey. All answers by respondents will remain confidential,
the answers will help the Chamber in their efforts to ensure that the services
of the Chamber meet the needs of businesses.
The Survey link can be found at cxvibe.typeform.com and need to be
completed by July 26th.
The Chenango County Planning Department, working in
conjunction with Opportunities for Chenango, is slated for a $500,000 Community
Block Grant through the New York State Office of Homes and Community Renewal.
Money will be allocated to income-eligible homeowners in need of making vital
home improvements. The plan would need
to be approved by the Chenango County Board of Supervisors before the money
could be made available to homeowners.
This year's Utica Boilermaker race was delayed for about 15
minutes Sunday, not because of any weather related issues, but because of a
homicide near the starting line. One
woman was pronounced dead at the scene &
man was taken to an area hospital with lacerations, that investigation
is ongoing.
The Delaware County Chamber of
Commerce will honor businesses at their 2019 Annual Business Awards ceremony on
Wednesday at 6:00 PM. The Chamber announced
today that the event has been moved to the Meredith Inn at 4206 Turnpike
Road, Delhi, due to the likelihood of
Showers & Thunderstorms. The
Honorees include the Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, as the 2019
Business of the Year, Stagecoach Run Art Festival, headquartered in Treadwell
and Franklin, and Table to Farm Tours of Roxbury, will receive the 2019 Tourism
Award. More information is available at delawarecounty.org.
1 person was injured in a fire Friday at the Mayrose
Apartments on Lewis Avenue in Oneonta.
The fire started in apartment 206, the occupant was taken to fox
Hospital for an undisclosed injury, and 1 other person in another apartment was
displaced due to smoke & water damage.
The investigation is continuing.
Efforts & fundraisers continued Saturday in Bainbridge
for Sidney resident Heather Bucalos, who is fighting cancer again. Christine Oliver is one of the people who is
helping with the fundraisers for Heather:
(Christine Oliver 7-15-19)
KC Blass is also assisting with the fundraising efforts; she
has helped Heather with her fundraisers for others in recent years:
(KC Blass 7-15-19)
Heather told WCDO News about her cancer, and how her friends
are making it easier to cope with what is ahead:
(Heather Bucalos 7-15-19)
The Bainbridge Glow Run on Heather's behalf will be held at
General Clinton Park in Bainbridge on September 14th, more information is
available at bainbridgeglowrun.com.
State Police, the State Park Police and the Governor’s
Traffic Safety Committee are partnering to ensure that visitors to state parks
are buckling up for safety. "Buckle
Up Nnew York in the Parks" is an enforcement and educational campaign to
ensure that visiting motorists and their passengers properly buckle-up their
seatbelts while travelling inside state parks, This year’s campaign will be
held through August 12th.
Catskill Area Hospice and Palliative Care is hosting a Caregiver Support Group at The AO Fox Hospital Tri-Town Campus in Sidney starting today. The group will meet 6 times to provide information and support for those who are taking care of seriously ill family members or friends. Caregivers will have an opportunity to identify concerns, discuss feelings, receive support from others, and locate community resources which may be helpful for their unique situations. More information is available at 432-5525.
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WCDO News — Monday 3-18-19
The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse
Services and the State Health Department today announced the launch of a new
campaign to raise awareness of the addiction services available in New York
State for women who are pregnant. The campaign reminds women that it is OK to
ask for help, and that they should talk to a healthcare professional about the
services and medications that can help treat their addiction and support a
healthy pregnancy. More information is
available at oasas.ny.gov.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies, along with the New York
State DOT conducted a commercial traffic detail last Wednesday on County
Highway 16 in the Town of Delhi. A total of 7 commercial vehicle inspections
were conducted, 3 vehicles were taken out of service by DOT. A total of 5
tickets were issued to drivers for various equipment and safety
violations. 1 driver was issued a
citation for violating the posted 4-ton per axle weight limit, and another was cited
for failure to obey a traffic control device after the driver drove through the
posted checkpoint without stopping.
The Afton Village Board of Trustees will be holding a
special budget meeting workshop today, starting at 6:00 PM. The Workshop will be held at the Bolster
Community Center at 105 Main Street, the main topic will be the water &
sewer budgets for the 2019-202 fiscal year.
The Village of Bainbridge announced that a water main break
occurred earlier today at Prospect & Tyler Street, off of Pearl Street to
Jericho Hill. Crews had the break
repaired by about 2:30 PM, area residents are advised to let the water run until
clear.
The Copes Corners Park Spring Fest committee is soliciting
craft, artist, product, and general vendors for its 5th annual Spring Fest. The
event will take place May 4th from 9:00 am TO 5:00 pm. More information is available at
copescornerspark.org or 783-2518; applications must be mailed by April 22nd
The Chenango Arts Council
announced its annual Chenango Area Student Art exhibition on Friday, April 5th
at 5:30 pm, with an awards ceremony for 2 scholarships, the council’s Student
Art Show, and Artistic Discovery, where 6 entries will be submitted to
Congressman Anthony Brindisi’s office for a chance to appear in the 2019
Congressional Art Show in Washington, DC.
The exhibit will run through April 19th at the Council's Mariea Brown
and Raymond Loft Galleries at 27 West Main Street, in Norwich. Interested students can call the Council at
336-ARTS for more information.
(Nate Lull 3-18-19)
WCDO Sports Director Nate Lull with the call in the closing
seconds as the Cooperstown Boys Basketball team won their 1st state title in
program history at the Floyd L. Maines Arena in Binghamton yesterday. The Hawkeyes Defeated Middle Early College, a
Charter School from Buffalo 71-61 in the title game, Cooperstown’s Jack Lambert
was named tournament MVP after scoring a combined 76 points in 2 games at the
Final 4, John Kennedy was named to the All-Tournament Team for
Cooperstown. The win came 1 day after a
triple overtime win over Greenport in the State Semi-Finals. To listen back to the game, or see pictures
of the celebration, go to WCDOSPORTS.COM.
Village Elections will be held across the state tomorrow, in
the Village of Sidney; Mayor Andy Matviak is seeking election for another term:
(Andy Matviak 3-18-19)
Matviak faces a challenge from Jeffrey Stefanek, who told
WCDO News why he decided to run:
(Jeffrey Stefanek 3-18-19)
Voters in Sidney will also be deciding on 2 seats on the
Village Board, between Sheri Youngs, Ray Baker & Barry McPherson, Voting
will be from 12:00 noon until 9:00 pm at the Sidney Civic Center.
Nearly 30 volunteers shaved their heads at Saturday night’s
Norwich St. Baldrick’s Foundation event. The 15th annual event, held at the
American Legion in Norwich, raised more than $35,000 as part of St. Baldrick’s
mission to fund childhood cancer research.
Animal Adventure Park in Harpursville announced that April
the Giraffe gave birth Saturday with YouTube audience of more than 300,000
watching. April gave birth to a healthy
male calf at around 12:45 PM; the newborn was on its feet by 1:27 pm.
Services and the State Health Department today announced the launch of a new
campaign to raise awareness of the addiction services available in New York
State for women who are pregnant. The campaign reminds women that it is OK to
ask for help, and that they should talk to a healthcare professional about the
services and medications that can help treat their addiction and support a
healthy pregnancy. More information is
available at oasas.ny.gov.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies, along with the New York
State DOT conducted a commercial traffic detail last Wednesday on County
Highway 16 in the Town of Delhi. A total of 7 commercial vehicle inspections
were conducted, 3 vehicles were taken out of service by DOT. A total of 5
tickets were issued to drivers for various equipment and safety
violations. 1 driver was issued a
citation for violating the posted 4-ton per axle weight limit, and another was cited
for failure to obey a traffic control device after the driver drove through the
posted checkpoint without stopping.
The Afton Village Board of Trustees will be holding a
special budget meeting workshop today, starting at 6:00 PM. The Workshop will be held at the Bolster
Community Center at 105 Main Street, the main topic will be the water &
sewer budgets for the 2019-202 fiscal year.
The Village of Bainbridge announced that a water main break
occurred earlier today at Prospect & Tyler Street, off of Pearl Street to
Jericho Hill. Crews had the break
repaired by about 2:30 PM, area residents are advised to let the water run until
clear.
The Copes Corners Park Spring Fest committee is soliciting
craft, artist, product, and general vendors for its 5th annual Spring Fest. The
event will take place May 4th from 9:00 am TO 5:00 pm. More information is available at
copescornerspark.org or 783-2518; applications must be mailed by April 22nd
The Chenango Arts Council
announced its annual Chenango Area Student Art exhibition on Friday, April 5th
at 5:30 pm, with an awards ceremony for 2 scholarships, the council’s Student
Art Show, and Artistic Discovery, where 6 entries will be submitted to
Congressman Anthony Brindisi’s office for a chance to appear in the 2019
Congressional Art Show in Washington, DC.
The exhibit will run through April 19th at the Council's Mariea Brown
and Raymond Loft Galleries at 27 West Main Street, in Norwich. Interested students can call the Council at
336-ARTS for more information.
(Nate Lull 3-18-19)
WCDO Sports Director Nate Lull with the call in the closing
seconds as the Cooperstown Boys Basketball team won their 1st state title in
program history at the Floyd L. Maines Arena in Binghamton yesterday. The Hawkeyes Defeated Middle Early College, a
Charter School from Buffalo 71-61 in the title game, Cooperstown’s Jack Lambert
was named tournament MVP after scoring a combined 76 points in 2 games at the
Final 4, John Kennedy was named to the All-Tournament Team for
Cooperstown. The win came 1 day after a
triple overtime win over Greenport in the State Semi-Finals. To listen back to the game, or see pictures
of the celebration, go to WCDOSPORTS.COM.
Village Elections will be held across the state tomorrow, in
the Village of Sidney; Mayor Andy Matviak is seeking election for another term:
(Andy Matviak 3-18-19)
Matviak faces a challenge from Jeffrey Stefanek, who told
WCDO News why he decided to run:
(Jeffrey Stefanek 3-18-19)
Voters in Sidney will also be deciding on 2 seats on the
Village Board, between Sheri Youngs, Ray Baker & Barry McPherson, Voting
will be from 12:00 noon until 9:00 pm at the Sidney Civic Center.
Nearly 30 volunteers shaved their heads at Saturday night’s
Norwich St. Baldrick’s Foundation event. The 15th annual event, held at the
American Legion in Norwich, raised more than $35,000 as part of St. Baldrick’s
mission to fund childhood cancer research.
Animal Adventure Park in Harpursville announced that April
the Giraffe gave birth Saturday with YouTube audience of more than 300,000
watching. April gave birth to a healthy
male calf at around 12:45 PM; the newborn was on its feet by 1:27 pm.
WCDO News — Tuesday 2-5-19
State Police responded to a one-car fatal motor vehicle
accident on Odell Lake Road near Peters Road in the town of Harpersfield at
approximately 10:55 last night. The only
occupant, the driver of a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado was confirmed deceased by
emergency responders. An investigation
reveals that the driver traveled off the roadway for an unknown reason and into
a large tree. The roadway was closed for
approximately four hours. The investigation continues.
Broome County Sheriff’s Deputy Kristy Botsford was released
from Wilson Hospital, after surviving a head on crash while on duty last Friday
in Vestal. Botsford was struck head on
in her patrol vehicle, responding to a report of a driver going in the wrong
direction on State Route 17. Botsford
suffered a broken Femur in her right leg & for a time was listed in
Critical condition, 34 year old Daniel Butash of Endicott is facing a number of
charges including DWI in connection with that incident.
The Community Foundation for South Central New York
announced a grant opportunity for organizations serving Walton. The Paul and Miriam Mattern Fund is now
accepting applications to enrich the cultural life and social well-being of
residents of the village and township of Walton, Applicants will be able to
complete and submit their applications to the Community Foundation on-line. The
deadline is March 18th, interested organizations should visit our website
donorswhocare.org to view the guidelines and start the application process.
Governor Cuomo today announced $204 million to support 95
projects that will protect and transform New York State's health care system.
This funding from the Statewide Health Care Facility Transformation Program
will improve patient care through the development of high-quality medical
facilities and programs serving the inpatient, primary care, mental health,
substance use disorder and long-term care needs of communities throughout the
State. In the Southern Tier, providers
will receive $11.3 million.
State Police & the Broome County District Attorney's
Office are investigating the suspicious death of an 11 year old child in
Johnson City. The deceased child was
located at an undisclosed address Saturday afternoon; counselors are on hand at
the Johnson City Elementary School to assist classmates of the 5th grader in
dealing with the loss.
Firefighters from Guilford, Oxford, Coventry &
Bainbridge responded to a fire this afternoon at 874 Shapley Road in the town
of Guilford. The house was fully involved
when Firefighters arrived, WCDO News will have more details as they become
available.
Jeff Idelson will retire as Baseball Hall of Fame president
after the July 21 induction, According to Hall Board Chairman Jane Forbes Clark
Monday. The Hall of Fame’s Board of
Directors has established a committee, headed by Clark and including Idelson, which
will identify the Museum’s 7th President.
Idelson was named President of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and
Museum in 2008. He had served in a variety of capacities since 1994.
UHS Chenango Memorial will launch their 2019 Women’s Health
Series tonight in Norwich. Janice
Minutti is a dietitian at UHS Chenango Memorial, She will give a presentation
on Healthy Habits on Tuesday, January 29 at Bohemian Moon, 103 East Main Street
in Norwich, doors will open at 6:00 PM, and the presentation will start at 7:00
PM.
The Oneonta Common Council will hear a presentation tonight
at their regular 7:00 PM meeting, by representatives of the New York Power
Authority and Guth DeConzo Consulting Engineers concerning a proposal for the
City to acquire all of the more than 1,000 street lights throughout the
community that currently are owned by NYSEG and, after being purchased by the
City, change over the street light system using new LED fixtures. This proposal is part of the State-sponsored
“Smart Street Light NY” program for greater energy efficiency.
accident on Odell Lake Road near Peters Road in the town of Harpersfield at
approximately 10:55 last night. The only
occupant, the driver of a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado was confirmed deceased by
emergency responders. An investigation
reveals that the driver traveled off the roadway for an unknown reason and into
a large tree. The roadway was closed for
approximately four hours. The investigation continues.
Broome County Sheriff’s Deputy Kristy Botsford was released
from Wilson Hospital, after surviving a head on crash while on duty last Friday
in Vestal. Botsford was struck head on
in her patrol vehicle, responding to a report of a driver going in the wrong
direction on State Route 17. Botsford
suffered a broken Femur in her right leg & for a time was listed in
Critical condition, 34 year old Daniel Butash of Endicott is facing a number of
charges including DWI in connection with that incident.
The Community Foundation for South Central New York
announced a grant opportunity for organizations serving Walton. The Paul and Miriam Mattern Fund is now
accepting applications to enrich the cultural life and social well-being of
residents of the village and township of Walton, Applicants will be able to
complete and submit their applications to the Community Foundation on-line. The
deadline is March 18th, interested organizations should visit our website
donorswhocare.org to view the guidelines and start the application process.
Governor Cuomo today announced $204 million to support 95
projects that will protect and transform New York State's health care system.
This funding from the Statewide Health Care Facility Transformation Program
will improve patient care through the development of high-quality medical
facilities and programs serving the inpatient, primary care, mental health,
substance use disorder and long-term care needs of communities throughout the
State. In the Southern Tier, providers
will receive $11.3 million.
State Police & the Broome County District Attorney's
Office are investigating the suspicious death of an 11 year old child in
Johnson City. The deceased child was
located at an undisclosed address Saturday afternoon; counselors are on hand at
the Johnson City Elementary School to assist classmates of the 5th grader in
dealing with the loss.
Firefighters from Guilford, Oxford, Coventry &
Bainbridge responded to a fire this afternoon at 874 Shapley Road in the town
of Guilford. The house was fully involved
when Firefighters arrived, WCDO News will have more details as they become
available.
Jeff Idelson will retire as Baseball Hall of Fame president
after the July 21 induction, According to Hall Board Chairman Jane Forbes Clark
Monday. The Hall of Fame’s Board of
Directors has established a committee, headed by Clark and including Idelson, which
will identify the Museum’s 7th President.
Idelson was named President of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and
Museum in 2008. He had served in a variety of capacities since 1994.
UHS Chenango Memorial will launch their 2019 Women’s Health
Series tonight in Norwich. Janice
Minutti is a dietitian at UHS Chenango Memorial, She will give a presentation
on Healthy Habits on Tuesday, January 29 at Bohemian Moon, 103 East Main Street
in Norwich, doors will open at 6:00 PM, and the presentation will start at 7:00
PM.
The Oneonta Common Council will hear a presentation tonight
at their regular 7:00 PM meeting, by representatives of the New York Power
Authority and Guth DeConzo Consulting Engineers concerning a proposal for the
City to acquire all of the more than 1,000 street lights throughout the
community that currently are owned by NYSEG and, after being purchased by the
City, change over the street light system using new LED fixtures. This proposal is part of the State-sponsored
“Smart Street Light NY” program for greater energy efficiency.
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WCDO News — Wednesday 11-21-18
State Police at Norwich arrested 22 year old Nathan Whitehill of New Berlin for DWI with a B.A.C of .12%, plus Unlawful Possession of Marijuana. Troopers observed the vehicle Whitehill was operating to be speeding and failing to keep right while on County Road 33 in the town of Norwich. A traffic stop was initiated and Whitehill was arrested, troopers also discovered a mason jar of marijuana in his possession. He was released on appearance tickets returnable to the town of Norwich Court on December 20th.
Scott and Marianne Ray of Norwich pleaded guilty to 2nd degree assault and endangering in the welfare of a child in Chenango County Court this week. The couple was accused of hitting a child with a hair brush & throwing a child into a wall this summer, they were each sentenced to 6 months in jail followed by 5 years’ probation.
The Delaware County Historical Association will host its inaugural Christmas Fair on Saturday December 8th at their facility 2 miles north of Delhi on state highway 10. From 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. More information is available at 746-3849.
The Capital Region Toys for Tots Foundation today announced its distribution plans for the 2018 holiday season, to deliver thousands of toys and winter coats to children in need throughout Upstate New York. The Toys for Tots Train schedule is December 1st, starting at 10:00 AM at the Binghamton Yard, it will then arrive in Bainbridge at 11:45 AM, then at 1:15 pm at the Gas Avenue Crossing, Oneonta, before heading for Cobleskill & Delanson. The train will continue on Sunday & finish its run in through the Capital region to Rouses Point.
As part of an initiative to be designated as a Clean Energy Community, the City of Oneonta has installed a ChargePoint Level 2 electric vehicle charging station in the Dietz Street parking lot. The Program is a NYSERDA initiative to reward communities for becoming more energy efficient. The charging station is equipped with two ports, allowing two vehicles to charge simultaneously. Initially, the City will not apply a fee for drivers to use this EV charging station. However, drivers must be a member of the ChargePoint network. 2 parking spaces, adjacent to the charging station in the Dietz Street Parking Lot, will be reserved for electric vehicles only.
The Out of The Woodworks Players will hold auditions soon, for "Anne of Green Gables-The Musical" to be performed in the spring, spokesman Will Drew explains:
(Will Drew 11-21-18)
Drew said that the show performances at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater would be April 5th, 6th, and 7th.
State Police arrested 39 year old Dustin Hendricks of Milford for Criminal Contempt & Menacing, after Troopers were called to a dispute at a residence on State Route 28 in the town of Hartwick. Hendrick's actions violated an order of protection, which was already in place, he was arraigned in the town of Hartwick Court where he was remanded to the Otsego County Jail in lieu of $5,000 cash bail or $10,000 property bond. His next court date is December 12th.
State Police arrested 29 year old Nicholas Reyes of Guilford for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Driving While Intoxicated & Refusal to Submit to a Breath Test. Troopers responded to a one car rollover on County Road 38 in the town of Guilford. An investigation revealed that the vehicle Reyes was operating veered over the double yellow lines then back into his lane before going off the roadway, striking a ditch and rolling over. Reyes was transported to Tri-Town Hospital then later Wilson Memorial Hospital for his injuries, he issued appearance tickets to the town of Guilford Court.
The State Department of Labor released preliminary local unemployment rates for October 2018. In October, the number of private sector jobs in the State was 8,218,800, the State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased to 4.0% in October 2018. Locally, Chenango County had 3.4% Unemployment, Delaware County 3.7% & Otsego County 3.3%.
Scott and Marianne Ray of Norwich pleaded guilty to 2nd degree assault and endangering in the welfare of a child in Chenango County Court this week. The couple was accused of hitting a child with a hair brush & throwing a child into a wall this summer, they were each sentenced to 6 months in jail followed by 5 years’ probation.
The Delaware County Historical Association will host its inaugural Christmas Fair on Saturday December 8th at their facility 2 miles north of Delhi on state highway 10. From 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. More information is available at 746-3849.
The Capital Region Toys for Tots Foundation today announced its distribution plans for the 2018 holiday season, to deliver thousands of toys and winter coats to children in need throughout Upstate New York. The Toys for Tots Train schedule is December 1st, starting at 10:00 AM at the Binghamton Yard, it will then arrive in Bainbridge at 11:45 AM, then at 1:15 pm at the Gas Avenue Crossing, Oneonta, before heading for Cobleskill & Delanson. The train will continue on Sunday & finish its run in through the Capital region to Rouses Point.
As part of an initiative to be designated as a Clean Energy Community, the City of Oneonta has installed a ChargePoint Level 2 electric vehicle charging station in the Dietz Street parking lot. The Program is a NYSERDA initiative to reward communities for becoming more energy efficient. The charging station is equipped with two ports, allowing two vehicles to charge simultaneously. Initially, the City will not apply a fee for drivers to use this EV charging station. However, drivers must be a member of the ChargePoint network. 2 parking spaces, adjacent to the charging station in the Dietz Street Parking Lot, will be reserved for electric vehicles only.
The Out of The Woodworks Players will hold auditions soon, for "Anne of Green Gables-The Musical" to be performed in the spring, spokesman Will Drew explains:
(Will Drew 11-21-18)
Drew said that the show performances at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater would be April 5th, 6th, and 7th.
State Police arrested 39 year old Dustin Hendricks of Milford for Criminal Contempt & Menacing, after Troopers were called to a dispute at a residence on State Route 28 in the town of Hartwick. Hendrick's actions violated an order of protection, which was already in place, he was arraigned in the town of Hartwick Court where he was remanded to the Otsego County Jail in lieu of $5,000 cash bail or $10,000 property bond. His next court date is December 12th.
State Police arrested 29 year old Nicholas Reyes of Guilford for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Driving While Intoxicated & Refusal to Submit to a Breath Test. Troopers responded to a one car rollover on County Road 38 in the town of Guilford. An investigation revealed that the vehicle Reyes was operating veered over the double yellow lines then back into his lane before going off the roadway, striking a ditch and rolling over. Reyes was transported to Tri-Town Hospital then later Wilson Memorial Hospital for his injuries, he issued appearance tickets to the town of Guilford Court.
The State Department of Labor released preliminary local unemployment rates for October 2018. In October, the number of private sector jobs in the State was 8,218,800, the State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased to 4.0% in October 2018. Locally, Chenango County had 3.4% Unemployment, Delaware County 3.7% & Otsego County 3.3%.
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WCDO News — Wednesday 10-31-18
State Police announced that 11-year-old Jariah Durgala is in critical condition after he was struck by a vehicle on State Route 7 and Frederick Street in the City of Binghamton. The investigation revealed that Durgala was crossing State Route 7, in an active work zone when he was struck by an SUV. Medical personnel, State Police and Binghamton City Police were all on scene within minutes of the accident; he was transported to Wilson Memorial Hospital in Johnson City & was air-lifted to Upstate Medical University Hospital in Syracuse. The investigation is ongoing. No tickets have been issued at this time.
Today is the last day to sign up for "Operation Merry Christmas". Those looking to sign up can call 643-6334 or 563-8119, the giveaway day will be on December 15th in Bainbridge.
Green Party Attorney General Candidate Michael Sussman campaigned in the village of Sidney today, He told WCDO News about his campaign & his thoughts on running for Attorney General:
(Michael Sussman 10-31-18)
Sussman lives in Orange County; he recently changed his party affiliation from Democrat to the Green Party & will be on the ballot on November 6th. Sussman has practiced law in the state since 1978 after graduating from Harvard.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce is doing a Toy Drive for Toys for Tots. New unwrapped toys may be dropped off in the barrels that have been placed at Bob's Diner, NBT Bank, SFCU and the Bainbridge Town Hall. The Annual Toys For Tots train is scheduled to stop in Bainbridge on Saturday December 1st at 12:00 Noon.
Governor Cuomo today announced all schools in New York State have adopted plans to end "meal shaming" of students who do not have money for lunch. This is the latest success in the Governor's "No Student Goes Hungry" program, which addresses food insecurity by expanding access to free breakfast and farm-fresh foods as well as ensuring all students have access to school meals without fear of shame. The program also includes $1.5 million to expand the successful Farm-to-School program. All school plans have been posted on the schools' websites.
THE DOWNSVILLE GIRLS SOCCER TEAM CAPTURED THE SECTION 4 CLASS-D TITLE WITH A 3-0 WIN OVER SOUTH KORTRIGHT EARLIER THIS WEEK FOR THEIR FIRST SECTIONAL SOCCER TITLE SINCE 2005. EAGLES COACH BURT REED SAID THE TEAM & COMMUNITY ARE STILL BUZZING OVER THE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME WIN
(BURT REED 10-31-18)
Downsville WILL TAKE ON SECTION 3 CHAMPION CINCINNATUS IN THE REGIONAL ROUND OF THE NEW YORK STATE TOURNAMENT THIS FRIDAY AT 5:30 PM AT HERKIMER COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE.
Because of the forecast, the Family Halloween Celebration at the Sidney Central School District hosted by the Sidney Community Foundation has been moved to the high school gymnasium on Wednesday, October 31. The event runs from 5-7 p.m. The movie will be running from 5-6:30 p.m., with the parade to start at 6:30 p.m. Trick-or-treating is every 15 minutes starting at 5:15 p.m. Some of the activities for the night include: An inflatable obstacle course, Face painting, There is no cost to the event.
The BG school district is hosting their 3rd annual Veteran's day breakfast on Friday, November 9th at 8:00 AM at the Greenlawn Elementary School. All veterans in the area are invited. More information is available at the District Office at 967-6321.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum will partner with the New York State Division of Veterans’ Affairs on November 7th to offer all military veterans free admission to the home of baseball in Cooperstown. More information is available at baseballhall.org or 888-HALL-OF-FAME or 547-7200.
Today is the last day to sign up for "Operation Merry Christmas". Those looking to sign up can call 643-6334 or 563-8119, the giveaway day will be on December 15th in Bainbridge.
Green Party Attorney General Candidate Michael Sussman campaigned in the village of Sidney today, He told WCDO News about his campaign & his thoughts on running for Attorney General:
(Michael Sussman 10-31-18)
Sussman lives in Orange County; he recently changed his party affiliation from Democrat to the Green Party & will be on the ballot on November 6th. Sussman has practiced law in the state since 1978 after graduating from Harvard.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce is doing a Toy Drive for Toys for Tots. New unwrapped toys may be dropped off in the barrels that have been placed at Bob's Diner, NBT Bank, SFCU and the Bainbridge Town Hall. The Annual Toys For Tots train is scheduled to stop in Bainbridge on Saturday December 1st at 12:00 Noon.
Governor Cuomo today announced all schools in New York State have adopted plans to end "meal shaming" of students who do not have money for lunch. This is the latest success in the Governor's "No Student Goes Hungry" program, which addresses food insecurity by expanding access to free breakfast and farm-fresh foods as well as ensuring all students have access to school meals without fear of shame. The program also includes $1.5 million to expand the successful Farm-to-School program. All school plans have been posted on the schools' websites.
THE DOWNSVILLE GIRLS SOCCER TEAM CAPTURED THE SECTION 4 CLASS-D TITLE WITH A 3-0 WIN OVER SOUTH KORTRIGHT EARLIER THIS WEEK FOR THEIR FIRST SECTIONAL SOCCER TITLE SINCE 2005. EAGLES COACH BURT REED SAID THE TEAM & COMMUNITY ARE STILL BUZZING OVER THE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME WIN
(BURT REED 10-31-18)
Downsville WILL TAKE ON SECTION 3 CHAMPION CINCINNATUS IN THE REGIONAL ROUND OF THE NEW YORK STATE TOURNAMENT THIS FRIDAY AT 5:30 PM AT HERKIMER COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE.
Because of the forecast, the Family Halloween Celebration at the Sidney Central School District hosted by the Sidney Community Foundation has been moved to the high school gymnasium on Wednesday, October 31. The event runs from 5-7 p.m. The movie will be running from 5-6:30 p.m., with the parade to start at 6:30 p.m. Trick-or-treating is every 15 minutes starting at 5:15 p.m. Some of the activities for the night include: An inflatable obstacle course, Face painting, There is no cost to the event.
The BG school district is hosting their 3rd annual Veteran's day breakfast on Friday, November 9th at 8:00 AM at the Greenlawn Elementary School. All veterans in the area are invited. More information is available at the District Office at 967-6321.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum will partner with the New York State Division of Veterans’ Affairs on November 7th to offer all military veterans free admission to the home of baseball in Cooperstown. More information is available at baseballhall.org or 888-HALL-OF-FAME or 547-7200.
BAINBRDIGE CHAMBER OF COMMERCEBainbridgeBainbridge-Guilford Central School DistrictBinghamtonBURT REEDCINCINNATUSCooperstownDOWNSVILLE GIRLS SOCCERFARM TO SCHOOLGovernor CuomoHERLIMER COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGEJARIAH DURGALAMICHAEL SUSSMANNational Baseball Hall of FameOPERATION MERRY CHRISTMASSIDNEY HIGH SCHOOLSYRACUSEToys For TotsTOYS FOR TOTS TRAINUHS WILSON MEMORIAL HOSPITALUPSTATE MEDICAL CENTERWCDO
WCDO News — Monday 6-4-18
The annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament has been scheduled for the weekend of July 14th & 15th in Norwich, organizer Tom Revoir told WCDO news how teams can register:
(Tom Revoir 6-4-18)
Hundreds of teams & thousands of spectators traditionally fill up the streets in Norwich during this annual event, details are available at Macker.com.
The 7th & Final "Rock In The Park" benefit concert will be held next month at General Clinton park in Bainbridge, Organizer Jason Hall explains:
(Jason Hall 6-4-18)
Hall said that this year they are raising money for the Bainbridge Community Foundation, which underwrites free concerts in the park through the summer.
The Afton Area Girl Scouts, Afton School District & others are teaming up to send Girl Scout Cookies & care packages to military veteran overseas. Laura Vanderheide is coordinating the effort:
(Laura Venderheide 6-4-18)
Hygiene & personal care products, food items, batteries, magazines & various other items can be dropped off at Cobra Industries in Afton or Snakebite Liquors in Afton through June 15th.
Lawmakers in Albany have a couple more weeks to act on leftover legislation before their 2018 session ends. Items On the agenda include Sports betting, the Child Victims Act, Marijuana legalization, Teacher Evaluations, Early voting & ethics reforms.
US Senators Chuck Schumer & Kirsten Gillibrand announced over $67 million dollars in federal funding has become available for public housing across the state, Locally, Oneonta Housing authority will receive over $207,000 & the Norwich Housing Authority will receive over $205,000.
John Czarnecki has been named Director of Athletics and Chair of Physical Education at Hartwick College. He assumes his new position July 16, 2018, and he will oversee 16 NCAA Division III programs. Czarnecki comes to Hartwick College from Hilbert College in Hamburg, NY, where he served as its director of athletics for five years.
State Police & Sidney Police conducted a search warrant of a residence in the Village of Sidney, Police to recovered stolen property from Burglaries in Chenango and Otsego counties. An 18 year old male was charged with 2 counts of felony Burglary, attempted Burglary and Criminal Mischief; He was arraigned and was returned to the Delaware County Jail on unrelated alleged charges. Troopers also arrested 39 year old Jason Blass of Oneonta for attempted Burglary; he was arraigned & was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $10,000 cash bail or $20,000 bond. Also, an 18 year old male from Unadilla was charged with 2nd degree Burglary & attempted Burglary; he was arraigned in the town of Guilford and remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $10,000 cash or $20,000 bond.
State Police announced that 63 year old Wilson Perez of Otego has been located Sunday morning and in New Jersey & was in good health. Perez was reported missing from his residence on Lower Green Street in Otego Friday afternoon, he reportedly suffers from dementia & was new to the area.
On Monday, at 9:30am, Senator Fred Akshar will join Harpursville Central School District staff and students to unveil a new playground at the Olmstead Elementary school. Senator Akshar was able to secure $135,000 in last year's State Budget for the improvements to make the playground accessible for children of all abilities.
The next meeting of the Oneonta Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee will be held today at 7:00pm at City Hall in the Common Council Chambers. All are welcome to attend.
(Tom Revoir 6-4-18)
Hundreds of teams & thousands of spectators traditionally fill up the streets in Norwich during this annual event, details are available at Macker.com.
The 7th & Final "Rock In The Park" benefit concert will be held next month at General Clinton park in Bainbridge, Organizer Jason Hall explains:
(Jason Hall 6-4-18)
Hall said that this year they are raising money for the Bainbridge Community Foundation, which underwrites free concerts in the park through the summer.
The Afton Area Girl Scouts, Afton School District & others are teaming up to send Girl Scout Cookies & care packages to military veteran overseas. Laura Vanderheide is coordinating the effort:
(Laura Venderheide 6-4-18)
Hygiene & personal care products, food items, batteries, magazines & various other items can be dropped off at Cobra Industries in Afton or Snakebite Liquors in Afton through June 15th.
Lawmakers in Albany have a couple more weeks to act on leftover legislation before their 2018 session ends. Items On the agenda include Sports betting, the Child Victims Act, Marijuana legalization, Teacher Evaluations, Early voting & ethics reforms.
US Senators Chuck Schumer & Kirsten Gillibrand announced over $67 million dollars in federal funding has become available for public housing across the state, Locally, Oneonta Housing authority will receive over $207,000 & the Norwich Housing Authority will receive over $205,000.
John Czarnecki has been named Director of Athletics and Chair of Physical Education at Hartwick College. He assumes his new position July 16, 2018, and he will oversee 16 NCAA Division III programs. Czarnecki comes to Hartwick College from Hilbert College in Hamburg, NY, where he served as its director of athletics for five years.
State Police & Sidney Police conducted a search warrant of a residence in the Village of Sidney, Police to recovered stolen property from Burglaries in Chenango and Otsego counties. An 18 year old male was charged with 2 counts of felony Burglary, attempted Burglary and Criminal Mischief; He was arraigned and was returned to the Delaware County Jail on unrelated alleged charges. Troopers also arrested 39 year old Jason Blass of Oneonta for attempted Burglary; he was arraigned & was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $10,000 cash bail or $20,000 bond. Also, an 18 year old male from Unadilla was charged with 2nd degree Burglary & attempted Burglary; he was arraigned in the town of Guilford and remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $10,000 cash or $20,000 bond.
State Police announced that 63 year old Wilson Perez of Otego has been located Sunday morning and in New Jersey & was in good health. Perez was reported missing from his residence on Lower Green Street in Otego Friday afternoon, he reportedly suffers from dementia & was new to the area.
On Monday, at 9:30am, Senator Fred Akshar will join Harpursville Central School District staff and students to unveil a new playground at the Olmstead Elementary school. Senator Akshar was able to secure $135,000 in last year's State Budget for the improvements to make the playground accessible for children of all abilities.
The next meeting of the Oneonta Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee will be held today at 7:00pm at City Hall in the Common Council Chambers. All are welcome to attend.
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WCDO News — Wednesday 4-25-18
Sidney Village Police announced the arrest of 2 people Tuesday, after they executed a search warrant along with State Police. An 18 year old Sidney youth was charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance, criminal possession of a weapon & Criminal Possession of Stolen Property Assault, Endangering the welfare of a minor & Harassment, he was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware county jail on $10,000 cash bail. Am 18 year old Unadilla youth was also charged with criminal possession of Stolen property, he was arraigned & was sent to the Delaware County Jail on $3,000 bail. The investigation is ongoing & more charges are pending.
Governor Cuomo today issued a cease and desist letter to ICE to demand the immediate stop of their unconstitutional enforcement actions. Cuomo condemns the agency's patterns of targeting immigrants and jeopardize public safety in places of businesses, and public places such as schools. Also the Governor signed an executive order to modify executive order #170 to prohibit ICE arrests in state facilities without a warrant, and it also prohibits law enforcement officers from inquiring about immigration status unless they are investigating illegal criminal activity.
Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested 28 year old Donald Kern of Hancock for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation after they responded to a 1 car property damage accident on South Dry Brook Road in the Town of Tompkins. Kern is accused of operating his motor vehicle while his driving privileges were suspended. Kern was issued an appearance ticket having to appear in the Town of Tompkins Court at a later date.
The Annual "Regatta Row" display of chairs, tables made from canoe paddles, plus canoe paddles designed by local artists, will be on display starting Saturday, this year's theme is "Scenes of New York, event organizer Nancy Kitchen told WCDO News that the items will be judged, and auctioned off during the regatta this year:
(Nancy Kitchen 4-25-18)
The pieces will be on display along North main Street in Bainbridge for the next few weeks & will be auctioned off on May 24th at under a tent at General Clinton park, prior to this year's Regatta Hall Of fame ceremonies.
The Chenango Arts Council received a grant to spruce up their facility in Downtown Norwich, Council Executive Director Alecia O'Neill explains:
(Alecia O'Neill 4-25-18)
O'Neill said that they are also getting ready for the Annual Allego 5K run and walk in May, details about their events are available at Chenango Arts.org.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli released the results of several audits today, including an audit of the Village of Milford. Key Findings were: Duties performed by the Clerk-Treasurer are not segregated, and the Board does not provide adequate oversight & The Board did not ensure that the required annual audit of the Clerk-Treasurer’s records was performed. DiNapoli's auditors recommended that the Board should periodically review bank statements, canceled check images, bank reconciliations and monthly reports & they should perform the required annual audit of the Clerk-Treasurer’s records.
Community Foundation for South Central New York announced that they have awarded $5,000 to Organizations in Walton, from the Paul G. and Miriam B. Mattern Fund. After a competitive local selection process, the advisory committee approved 2 grants to the Town of Walton for $2,500 to support the River Edge Trail planning activities, and $2,500 for the Walton Cemetery Association for the repair and maintenance of roads in the cemetery.
The State Board of Elections announced that all precincts have reported in the 102nd State Assembly race, they have declared Republican Christopher Tague as the winner, with 45.8% of the vote, over Democrat Aidan O'Connor with 44.3%, and Independent candidate Wesley Laraway with 9.7%. Tague replaces Pete Lopez, who left the seat last year following an appointment to the EPA.
Governor Cuomo last week signed an executive order last week that allows parolees to be able to register to vote after completing their sentence, Local Assemblyman Cliff crouch responds:
(Cliff Crouch 4-25-18)
Crouch said that he thinks that Governor Cuomo is feeling pressured from the Left Wing of the Democratic Party, since Liberal Actress Cynthia Nixon entered the race for Governor.
Governor Cuomo launched the 3rd round of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative, investing $100 million into 10 additional downtown neighborhoods across the state. In its third year, the proven-successful investment will boost local economies; locally the City of Oneonta won the 10 million dollar award & is in the process of improving several areas for future developments.
Power has been restored to all but 61 NYSEG customers after this morning’s transformer explosions in Norwich. South Broad Street is still closed as NYSEG works on the transformer issue.
Governor Cuomo today issued a cease and desist letter to ICE to demand the immediate stop of their unconstitutional enforcement actions. Cuomo condemns the agency's patterns of targeting immigrants and jeopardize public safety in places of businesses, and public places such as schools. Also the Governor signed an executive order to modify executive order #170 to prohibit ICE arrests in state facilities without a warrant, and it also prohibits law enforcement officers from inquiring about immigration status unless they are investigating illegal criminal activity.
Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested 28 year old Donald Kern of Hancock for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation after they responded to a 1 car property damage accident on South Dry Brook Road in the Town of Tompkins. Kern is accused of operating his motor vehicle while his driving privileges were suspended. Kern was issued an appearance ticket having to appear in the Town of Tompkins Court at a later date.
The Annual "Regatta Row" display of chairs, tables made from canoe paddles, plus canoe paddles designed by local artists, will be on display starting Saturday, this year's theme is "Scenes of New York, event organizer Nancy Kitchen told WCDO News that the items will be judged, and auctioned off during the regatta this year:
(Nancy Kitchen 4-25-18)
The pieces will be on display along North main Street in Bainbridge for the next few weeks & will be auctioned off on May 24th at under a tent at General Clinton park, prior to this year's Regatta Hall Of fame ceremonies.
The Chenango Arts Council received a grant to spruce up their facility in Downtown Norwich, Council Executive Director Alecia O'Neill explains:
(Alecia O'Neill 4-25-18)
O'Neill said that they are also getting ready for the Annual Allego 5K run and walk in May, details about their events are available at Chenango Arts.org.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli released the results of several audits today, including an audit of the Village of Milford. Key Findings were: Duties performed by the Clerk-Treasurer are not segregated, and the Board does not provide adequate oversight & The Board did not ensure that the required annual audit of the Clerk-Treasurer’s records was performed. DiNapoli's auditors recommended that the Board should periodically review bank statements, canceled check images, bank reconciliations and monthly reports & they should perform the required annual audit of the Clerk-Treasurer’s records.
Community Foundation for South Central New York announced that they have awarded $5,000 to Organizations in Walton, from the Paul G. and Miriam B. Mattern Fund. After a competitive local selection process, the advisory committee approved 2 grants to the Town of Walton for $2,500 to support the River Edge Trail planning activities, and $2,500 for the Walton Cemetery Association for the repair and maintenance of roads in the cemetery.
The State Board of Elections announced that all precincts have reported in the 102nd State Assembly race, they have declared Republican Christopher Tague as the winner, with 45.8% of the vote, over Democrat Aidan O'Connor with 44.3%, and Independent candidate Wesley Laraway with 9.7%. Tague replaces Pete Lopez, who left the seat last year following an appointment to the EPA.
Governor Cuomo last week signed an executive order last week that allows parolees to be able to register to vote after completing their sentence, Local Assemblyman Cliff crouch responds:
(Cliff Crouch 4-25-18)
Crouch said that he thinks that Governor Cuomo is feeling pressured from the Left Wing of the Democratic Party, since Liberal Actress Cynthia Nixon entered the race for Governor.
Governor Cuomo launched the 3rd round of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative, investing $100 million into 10 additional downtown neighborhoods across the state. In its third year, the proven-successful investment will boost local economies; locally the City of Oneonta won the 10 million dollar award & is in the process of improving several areas for future developments.
Power has been restored to all but 61 NYSEG customers after this morning’s transformer explosions in Norwich. South Broad Street is still closed as NYSEG works on the transformer issue.
WCDO News — Tuesday 8-1-17
State Police in Norwich responded to 961 County Route 33, in the Town of Norwich, for a report of an 11 year old girl in cardiac arrest. Responding patrols arrived and determined the victim, Jacelyn O’Connor of Morris, was deceased. Further investigation determined she was the victim of a homicide. Anyone with information is asked to contact State Police in Norwich at 334-3296.
State Police responded to a 2 vehicle crash on State Route 7 in the town of Unadilla. An investigation determined that 92 year old Joseph Norton of Sidney was driving a Chevrolet Impala, eastbound on State Route 7 when he entered a sharp curve in the roadway and drifted into the westbound lane & struck a dump truck driven by 38 year old Jeffrey Haynes of Sidney head on. Norton was deceased at the scene. Haynes was airlifted to Albany Medical Center and was listed in critical condition. Haynes passenger, 40 year old Jackie Ryan of Mt. Upton was transported to Wilson Hospital and is in stable condition. An autopsy will be conducted at Lourdes hospital, the investigation is ongoing.
27-year-old Kyle Ives of Oneonta was charged with reckless endangerment, unlawfully fleeing police in a motor vehicle, resisting arrest, reckless driving, aggravated unlicensed operation and unlawful possession of marijuana, Monday following a high-speed car chase from Oneonta to Milford. Oneonta Police had stopped Ives on Spruce Street; Ives fled, and was chased by police onto I-88, the pursuit ended when Ives crashed into Guide rails on Otsego County route 44 in Milford. Ives was taken to Bassett Hospital, there were no other injuries or vehicles involved.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 27-year-old Frank Mastrorocco and 23-year-old Misty Jackson on of Walton drug possession charges last Thursday afternoon, July 27. Both were charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance (heroin) and Criminally Possessing a Hypodermic Instrument. Jackson was also charged with Unlawful Possession of Marijuana. Mastrorocco was under the supervision of the New York State Division of Parole, & was arrested on a Parole Revocation Warrant. Mastrorocco and Jackson were arraigned & were remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility in lieu of $2,000.00 cash bail pending further action by the Village of Walton Court.
Delaware County Sheriff Deputies responded Sunday afternoon in the Town of Walton in relation to a reported violation of an order of protection. Deputies arrested and charged 56-year-old Edward Steitz of Walton with Criminal Contempt, Steitz violated the “stay away” provisions of an Order of Protection issued by Delaware County Family Court Judge Gary A. Rosa. Steitz was arraigned in the Town of Hamden Court & was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional facility on $1,500 cash bail pending a future appearance in the Town of Walton Court.
The Delaware County Historical Association is looking for individuals to volunteer some of their time to be extras in a movie the museum is filming. Individuals interested in being part of a scene involving a crowd at Church are needed. The scene will take place on Saturday, August 12th at 2 PM, but early arrival is highly encouraged. Filming will be at the Fitches Bridge Church on Route 10 in Delhi. Anyone interested is asked to call the museum at 746-3849.
Governor Cuomo announced that 26 state-approved Child Advocacy Centers will share more than $4 million to enhance services provided to children who are victims of crime. The centers are located across New York State and will use the funding to offset the cost of purchasing and installing video recording equipment, as well as hiring specially trained staff to interview young victims of sexual and physical abuse. In the Southern Tier, funding was designated to the Crime Victims Assistance Center for two centers, one in Broome County, one in Chenango County, totaling $118,097
The Oneonta Common Council meeting originally scheduled for tonight has been rescheduled. The meeting will be held Wednesday Night at 7:00 PM at the Common Council Chambers at City Hall.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Business Links Golf Tournament on Tuesday, September 12 at the Delhi College Golf Course, with a 1:00 PM shotgun start. Captain and crew four-person entry fees are $300 per team. Fee includes cart and green fees, dinner, unlimited range balls and invaluable networking. Registration or more information is available at delawarecounty.org or 746-2281.
Free concert Tuesday will be held at General Clinton Park tonight, sponsored by Bainbridge Community Foundation. Woodshed Prophets will perform at 6:30, the concert is made possible by donations from several local businesses. If it rains it will be held in pavilion.
State Police responded to a 2 vehicle crash on State Route 7 in the town of Unadilla. An investigation determined that 92 year old Joseph Norton of Sidney was driving a Chevrolet Impala, eastbound on State Route 7 when he entered a sharp curve in the roadway and drifted into the westbound lane & struck a dump truck driven by 38 year old Jeffrey Haynes of Sidney head on. Norton was deceased at the scene. Haynes was airlifted to Albany Medical Center and was listed in critical condition. Haynes passenger, 40 year old Jackie Ryan of Mt. Upton was transported to Wilson Hospital and is in stable condition. An autopsy will be conducted at Lourdes hospital, the investigation is ongoing.
27-year-old Kyle Ives of Oneonta was charged with reckless endangerment, unlawfully fleeing police in a motor vehicle, resisting arrest, reckless driving, aggravated unlicensed operation and unlawful possession of marijuana, Monday following a high-speed car chase from Oneonta to Milford. Oneonta Police had stopped Ives on Spruce Street; Ives fled, and was chased by police onto I-88, the pursuit ended when Ives crashed into Guide rails on Otsego County route 44 in Milford. Ives was taken to Bassett Hospital, there were no other injuries or vehicles involved.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 27-year-old Frank Mastrorocco and 23-year-old Misty Jackson on of Walton drug possession charges last Thursday afternoon, July 27. Both were charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance (heroin) and Criminally Possessing a Hypodermic Instrument. Jackson was also charged with Unlawful Possession of Marijuana. Mastrorocco was under the supervision of the New York State Division of Parole, & was arrested on a Parole Revocation Warrant. Mastrorocco and Jackson were arraigned & were remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility in lieu of $2,000.00 cash bail pending further action by the Village of Walton Court.
Delaware County Sheriff Deputies responded Sunday afternoon in the Town of Walton in relation to a reported violation of an order of protection. Deputies arrested and charged 56-year-old Edward Steitz of Walton with Criminal Contempt, Steitz violated the “stay away” provisions of an Order of Protection issued by Delaware County Family Court Judge Gary A. Rosa. Steitz was arraigned in the Town of Hamden Court & was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional facility on $1,500 cash bail pending a future appearance in the Town of Walton Court.
The Delaware County Historical Association is looking for individuals to volunteer some of their time to be extras in a movie the museum is filming. Individuals interested in being part of a scene involving a crowd at Church are needed. The scene will take place on Saturday, August 12th at 2 PM, but early arrival is highly encouraged. Filming will be at the Fitches Bridge Church on Route 10 in Delhi. Anyone interested is asked to call the museum at 746-3849.
Governor Cuomo announced that 26 state-approved Child Advocacy Centers will share more than $4 million to enhance services provided to children who are victims of crime. The centers are located across New York State and will use the funding to offset the cost of purchasing and installing video recording equipment, as well as hiring specially trained staff to interview young victims of sexual and physical abuse. In the Southern Tier, funding was designated to the Crime Victims Assistance Center for two centers, one in Broome County, one in Chenango County, totaling $118,097
The Oneonta Common Council meeting originally scheduled for tonight has been rescheduled. The meeting will be held Wednesday Night at 7:00 PM at the Common Council Chambers at City Hall.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Business Links Golf Tournament on Tuesday, September 12 at the Delhi College Golf Course, with a 1:00 PM shotgun start. Captain and crew four-person entry fees are $300 per team. Fee includes cart and green fees, dinner, unlimited range balls and invaluable networking. Registration or more information is available at delawarecounty.org or 746-2281.
Free concert Tuesday will be held at General Clinton Park tonight, sponsored by Bainbridge Community Foundation. Woodshed Prophets will perform at 6:30, the concert is made possible by donations from several local businesses. If it rains it will be held in pavilion.
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WCDO News — Tuesday 7-25-17
State Police arrested 39 year old Trenton Jackson of Rochester, for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, after a trooper observed 2 vehicles traveling at about 90 miles per hour while on I-81, both vehicles exited the highway at Castle Creek, where the trooper issued both drivers a tickets. Jackson had 17 suspensions on his license; he was issued tickets for town of Barker court on August 8th.
The Oneonta Department of Public Service will replace sidewalks on Columbia Street this week & into next week. Work will be conducted between 7:00 AM & 4:00 PM daily, there will be no on street parking or driveway access during the project, until the concrete has cured. More information is available at 432-6465 extension 3.
Governor Cuomo signed legislation to allow farm distilleries to sell New York State labeled beer, wine, and cider for consumption on-premises. The new law will amend a section of the alcoholic beverage control law to allow farm distilleries to sell New York State-labeled beer, wine and cider for on-premises consumption, effective immediately.
State police responded to the report of an accident in Morris to a man cutting a tree Friday. 39-year-old Bradley Jones was cutting down a tree, when a section struck him, and sent him down onto a bulldozer; he suffered a head injury & was airlifted to Upstate Medical center in Syracuse with non-life Threatening injuries.
A Canadian man suffered injuries & was charged with DWI, following an MVA in the town of Andes late Saturday night. 49-year-old Daniel Catherine of Montreal is accused of being intoxicated when he crashed into a deer on State Route 28, State Police also discovered Marijuana in the vehicle. Catherine was taken to Margaretville Hospital; he was charged with DWI & unlawful possession of marijuana, he will appear in Andes Town Court at a later date.
Governor Cuomo today signed legislation, which will immediately ban the use of electronic cigarettes on all public and private school grounds in New York State. School grounds includes any building, structure and surrounding outdoor grounds contained within a public or private pre-school, nursery school, elementary, or secondary school's property, and any vehicles used to transport children or school personnel.
The State DEC is investigating the report of an alligator near Whitney Point in the Tioughnioga River, which was first located Saturday. DEC Officers were dispatched & they are actively investigating. Alligator should be reported to the DEC at 518-402-8000.
Binghamton Police responded to a call of a hit-and-run involving a pedestrian. 37 year old Amie Lewis of Binghamton was crossing at Main and Murray Streets when she was hit by a car, Saturday Night, she suffered severe head and internal injuries and is in critical condition at an area hospital. Binghamton Police recovered a vehicle believed to be involved in the incident & 45 year old Matthew Wood of Greene was arrested on Monday & was charged with leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident with serious physical injury. Wood was held by Binghamton Police pending arraignment in Binghamton City Court. Anyone with information should contact Binghamton Police at 772-7080.
On Saturday Night, Binghamton Police responded to Mygatt Street for a report of shots-fired. Binghamton Police K9 units located a loaded .40 caliber handgun under the porch steps of 22 Mygatt Street, Police arrested 24 year old Trevor Hawkins for Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Tampering with Physical Evidence, Reckless Endangerment, Unlawful Possession of Marijuana, Discharging a Firearm in the City, and no injuries were reported.
The next Bainbridge Community Foundation free concert is tonight at General Clinton Park. Uncle Shake will perform starting at 6:30 PM, In the event of rain concert will be held in pavilion.
The Oneonta Department of Public Service will replace sidewalks on Columbia Street this week & into next week. Work will be conducted between 7:00 AM & 4:00 PM daily, there will be no on street parking or driveway access during the project, until the concrete has cured. More information is available at 432-6465 extension 3.
Governor Cuomo signed legislation to allow farm distilleries to sell New York State labeled beer, wine, and cider for consumption on-premises. The new law will amend a section of the alcoholic beverage control law to allow farm distilleries to sell New York State-labeled beer, wine and cider for on-premises consumption, effective immediately.
State police responded to the report of an accident in Morris to a man cutting a tree Friday. 39-year-old Bradley Jones was cutting down a tree, when a section struck him, and sent him down onto a bulldozer; he suffered a head injury & was airlifted to Upstate Medical center in Syracuse with non-life Threatening injuries.
A Canadian man suffered injuries & was charged with DWI, following an MVA in the town of Andes late Saturday night. 49-year-old Daniel Catherine of Montreal is accused of being intoxicated when he crashed into a deer on State Route 28, State Police also discovered Marijuana in the vehicle. Catherine was taken to Margaretville Hospital; he was charged with DWI & unlawful possession of marijuana, he will appear in Andes Town Court at a later date.
Governor Cuomo today signed legislation, which will immediately ban the use of electronic cigarettes on all public and private school grounds in New York State. School grounds includes any building, structure and surrounding outdoor grounds contained within a public or private pre-school, nursery school, elementary, or secondary school's property, and any vehicles used to transport children or school personnel.
The State DEC is investigating the report of an alligator near Whitney Point in the Tioughnioga River, which was first located Saturday. DEC Officers were dispatched & they are actively investigating. Alligator should be reported to the DEC at 518-402-8000.
Binghamton Police responded to a call of a hit-and-run involving a pedestrian. 37 year old Amie Lewis of Binghamton was crossing at Main and Murray Streets when she was hit by a car, Saturday Night, she suffered severe head and internal injuries and is in critical condition at an area hospital. Binghamton Police recovered a vehicle believed to be involved in the incident & 45 year old Matthew Wood of Greene was arrested on Monday & was charged with leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident with serious physical injury. Wood was held by Binghamton Police pending arraignment in Binghamton City Court. Anyone with information should contact Binghamton Police at 772-7080.
On Saturday Night, Binghamton Police responded to Mygatt Street for a report of shots-fired. Binghamton Police K9 units located a loaded .40 caliber handgun under the porch steps of 22 Mygatt Street, Police arrested 24 year old Trevor Hawkins for Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Tampering with Physical Evidence, Reckless Endangerment, Unlawful Possession of Marijuana, Discharging a Firearm in the City, and no injuries were reported.
The next Bainbridge Community Foundation free concert is tonight at General Clinton Park. Uncle Shake will perform starting at 6:30 PM, In the event of rain concert will be held in pavilion.
WCDO News — Saturday 3-11-17
The Otsego County Board of Representatives has requested an employee file from Otsego County Sheriff Richard Devlin. The board wants to review potential violations of the county’s workplace violence prevention program & what if any disciplinary actions were taken, regarding the sheriff’s son, Corrections Officer Ross Devlin. Vice Chairman of the County Board of Representatives Ed Frazier of Unadilla told WCDO News that Ross Devlin’s Superiors came to the board:
(Ed Frazier 3-10-17)
Sheriff Devlin told WCDO News what actions he has taken to resolve the issue:
(Richard Devlin 3-10-17)
Ed Frazier also said that during their workplace violence investigation, other information came to light regarding disciplinary procedures and treatment of inmates at the Otsego County Jail.
Oneonta Police were dispatched Wednesday to a reported attempted home invasion robbery at 306 Chestnut Street. 3 men reportedly arrived in a dark colored sedan; one of the men was described as a “young black male” with short hair. The initial officers noted a powerful odor of marihuana in the dwelling. A search warrant was obtained & executed & 4 pounds of marihuana and over $14,000 cash was seized. Police arrested 25 year old Edwin Milette of Oneonta for Criminal possession of marihuana, the investigation into the alleged burglary is continuing. Milette was arraigned in Oneonta City Court and was remanded to the custody of the Otsego County Sheriff on $15,000 cash bail or $30,000 bond.
The Sidney High School and the Tri Town Coalition on Substance Abuse prevention will hold a substance abuse education night on Wednesday march 22nd at 6:00 PM. Community Members, families & students of the Sidney, Bainbridge & Unadilla areas are encouraged to attend; free dinner will be served by the Sidney school. Pre-Registration is encouraged at 561-7707.
The 64th Sidney Rotary Pancake Breakfast will be served Saturday at the River Street Fire Station Training Center in Sidney. Breakfast will be served from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM; proceeds will benefit community service projects.
The St. Baldrick’s Foundation of Norwich will host a head-shaving event Saturday, at the American Legion, 29 Sheldon Street, Norwich. About 2 dozen people will have their heads shaved in solidarity with children with cancer and raise money to Conquer Childhood Cancers. The event starts at 6 pm in the banquet hall of the Legion. It is free and the public is invited to attend.
State Senator Fred Akshar told WCDO that he will hold 2 Town Hall Meetings with Constituents Saturday, first in Hancock & then in Windsor:
(Fred Akshar 3-1017)
Senator Akshar said that the received over 10,000 responses to his recent survey, the results will be released in the next few days.
The annual Train Show in Binghamton will be held this Saturday. The show is sponsored by Village Train & Hobby of Windsor, owner Jeff Olin comments:
(Jeff Olin 3-10-17)
The show will once again by held at the American Legion on Robinson Street in Binghamton, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Saturday.
(Ed Frazier 3-10-17)
Sheriff Devlin told WCDO News what actions he has taken to resolve the issue:
(Richard Devlin 3-10-17)
Ed Frazier also said that during their workplace violence investigation, other information came to light regarding disciplinary procedures and treatment of inmates at the Otsego County Jail.
Oneonta Police were dispatched Wednesday to a reported attempted home invasion robbery at 306 Chestnut Street. 3 men reportedly arrived in a dark colored sedan; one of the men was described as a “young black male” with short hair. The initial officers noted a powerful odor of marihuana in the dwelling. A search warrant was obtained & executed & 4 pounds of marihuana and over $14,000 cash was seized. Police arrested 25 year old Edwin Milette of Oneonta for Criminal possession of marihuana, the investigation into the alleged burglary is continuing. Milette was arraigned in Oneonta City Court and was remanded to the custody of the Otsego County Sheriff on $15,000 cash bail or $30,000 bond.
The Sidney High School and the Tri Town Coalition on Substance Abuse prevention will hold a substance abuse education night on Wednesday march 22nd at 6:00 PM. Community Members, families & students of the Sidney, Bainbridge & Unadilla areas are encouraged to attend; free dinner will be served by the Sidney school. Pre-Registration is encouraged at 561-7707.
The 64th Sidney Rotary Pancake Breakfast will be served Saturday at the River Street Fire Station Training Center in Sidney. Breakfast will be served from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM; proceeds will benefit community service projects.
The St. Baldrick’s Foundation of Norwich will host a head-shaving event Saturday, at the American Legion, 29 Sheldon Street, Norwich. About 2 dozen people will have their heads shaved in solidarity with children with cancer and raise money to Conquer Childhood Cancers. The event starts at 6 pm in the banquet hall of the Legion. It is free and the public is invited to attend.
State Senator Fred Akshar told WCDO that he will hold 2 Town Hall Meetings with Constituents Saturday, first in Hancock & then in Windsor:
(Fred Akshar 3-1017)
Senator Akshar said that the received over 10,000 responses to his recent survey, the results will be released in the next few days.
The annual Train Show in Binghamton will be held this Saturday. The show is sponsored by Village Train & Hobby of Windsor, owner Jeff Olin comments:
(Jeff Olin 3-10-17)
The show will once again by held at the American Legion on Robinson Street in Binghamton, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Saturday.
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