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P.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-29-26

The State Police Troop C Violent Gang Narcotics Enforcement Team & Community Stabilization Unit conducted a traffic stop Saturday on a vehicle on State Route 206 in the town of Downsville after observing Vehicle and Traffic Law violations. The operator of the vehicle was Maurice Stewart, who was charged with several counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Police seized cocaine, methamphetamine, 2 cell phones & Cash, Stewart was processed & was transported to the Delaware County Jail for Centralized Arraignment.

Delaware County Department of Public Works and Delaware County Government has closed the Downsville Covered Bridge, over the East Branch of the Delaware River to through traffic for the foreseeable future, Crews will be repairing structural deficiencies, the traveling public should use alternate routes.

Delaware County DPW will be closing bridges to through traffic for inspections, including the Hamden Covered Bridge on May 11th & 12th, the Downsville Covered Bridge May 13th to May 15th, the Fitches Covered Bridge on May 16, through Monday, May 18, The traveling public should use alternate routes.

Delaware County Public Health recommends that pet owners take advantage of any of the free remaining rabies clinics for dogs, cats and ferrets in Delaware County. Pre-registration is suggested for all clinics, the next one will be today from 5PM-6:30PM, at the Colchester Highway Garage on River Road, Downsville, pre-register at health.ny.gov/go2clinic.

NYSEG reported this morning that about 600 customers were without power this morning, following windy conditions Sunday & overnight. The highest number of outages were in the Downsville & Andes areas, crews had restored power by late this morning.

American Red cross Blood Drives are being held in COOPERSTOWN today from 10:30 am. - 2:30 pm., at the Cooperstown High School, another will be in Downsville from 8:30 am. - 1:30 pm., at the Downsville Central School, to make an appointments, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.

An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held in Downsville today from 9 am. - 2 pm., at the Downsville Fire Department, State Highway 30, schedule a blood or platelet donation appointment by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next General Membership meeting tomorrow morning at 7:30 AM at the back of Bob's Diner, members & directors are urged to attend.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 10-20-25

A Delaware County Grand Jury returned a 29 count indictment against 38 year old Jeffrey Emerich of Downsville, for 26 counts of Sexual Abuse, & 3 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, for allegedly subjecting several minors to sexual conduct by forcible compulsion between 2020 to 2025. The DA's office will not be releasing the identity of the minor victims.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-15-25

Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 48 year old Brad McAdams of Downsville for DWI, on October 3rd. Deputies were patrolling in the Town of Colchester when they observed a vehicle failing to maintain its lane, they also discovered that McAdams had a suspended driver’s license. Deputies conducted a traffic stop, McAdams was taken into custody, a vehicle search uncovered a large quantity of cocaine. McAdams was additionally charged with Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs, and several violations, plus Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, he was turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility to await Arraignment.

A Nate Lull Scholarship Fundraiser will be held at the Colonial Ridge Golf Course, on September 20th and 21st, Lull told WCDO News about the event:

(Nate Lull 9-8-25)

To register by calling the Golf Course directly at 607-263-5291.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-8-25

Delaware County District Attorney Shawn Smith announced an 8 count indictment Friday has been filed against 54 year old Joseph Bellows of Downsville, from the crash that occurred in Hancock on July 17th, that resulted in the death of East Branch Assistant Fire Chief Jason McGlone. Troop C Commanding Officer Major Lucas Shuta recounted the incident at Friday' Press Conference:

(Major Shuta 9-5-25)

DA Smith announced that counts against Bellows when the indictments were unsealed Friday:

(Shawn Smith 9-5-25)

DA Smith said that the most serious charge of 2nd degree Manslaughter carries a maximum sentence of 5 to 15 years in jail if Bellows is convicted.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-5-25

Delaware County District Attorney Shawn Smith announced an 8 count indictment has been filed against 54 year old Joseph Bellows of Downsville, from the crash that occurred in Hancock on July 17th, that resulted in the death by electrocution of East Branch Assistant Fire Chief Jason McGlone. Bellows was charged with Speeding, Driving While Intoxicated, Using a Cell Phone while Driving, Criminal Mischief, Vehicular Manslaughter and 2nd degree Manslaughter. DA Smith said that the most serious charge of 2nd degree Manslaughter carries a maximum sentence of 5 to 15 years in jail if Bellows is convicted.

State Police are investigating the accidental death of a East Branch Fire Department Assistant Fire Chief Jason McGlone Thursday night, who was responding to a report of a vehicle that had struck a utility pole on State Highway 30 in the town of Hancock. A preliminary investigation determined that a low-hanging electrical wire was in contact with the top of the fire truck, when Assistant Chief McGlone exited the vehicle and made contact with the metal door and the ground, he was electrocuted and was pronounced deceased. The original crash involved a pickup truck operated by 54 year old Joseph Bellows of Downsville that veered off the roadway, struck a guardrail and utility pole. He was transported to Delaware Valley Hospital, he was charged with Driving While Intoxicated & was issued appearance tickets for Hancock Town Court on September 8th, 2025. The investigation into the firefighter’s death remains ongoing.

On Monday Morning, the Colchester Town Police Department, the Downsville Fire Department and Emergency Squad, responded to a reported motorcycle accident on State Highway 30 & Delaware County Highway 7. The operator of the motorcycle, a 42-year-old female, left the roadway and struck a ditch, she was ejected, sustained serious injuries and was transported by LifeNet of New York to Albany Medical Center for advanced medical care.

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded Saturday to a 1 car motor vehicle accident on River Road in the Town of Colchester. Deputies arrived on scene and observed that a vehicle had gone off the side of the road and struck a telephone pole. Deputies made contact with the driver, 19-year-old Nolan Barnhart of Downsville, he was arrested and charged with DWI, & driving with a BAC of 0.08% oor higher, moving from lane unsafely and speed not reasonable and prudent, Barnhart was released on appearance tickets, directing him to return to the Town of Colchester Court at a later date.

The American Red Cross will have a Blood Drive today from 9 am. - 2 pm., at the Downsville Fire Department, 15166 State Highway 30, Schedule a time to give now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.

Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold their next Business & Breakfast networking event at the Old Schoolhouse Inn in Downsville next Monday morning starting at 8:30 AM. Chamber members can register at delawarecounty.org.

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies observed a vehicle where an occupant had an open container of alcohol, a search was conducted & Deputies located cocaine and other narcotics 24 year old Maxwell Kaufman of Downsville was charged with several counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tampering with Physical Evidence and Obstructing Governmental Administration. 24 year old Treyton Hathaway of Oneonta was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Possession of a weapon. Kaufman was released on his own recognizance and Hathaway was turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility pending further proceedings.

Delaware County Public Health will hold a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For dogs, cats, and ferrets today from 5:00 to 6:30PM, at the Colchester Highway Department, 6292 River Road, Downsville. More information about rabies is available at Delaware County Public Health at (607) 832-5200.

The Jericho Arts Council presents a St. Patrick's day themed show with the Ryan Clan on Saturday night at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater at 7:00 PM. In the Gallery will be a showcase of student's Art work, Tickets can be reserved by calling (607) 288-3882.

A.M. NEWS Friday 3-14-25

55 year old Jeffrey Kaufman of Downsville was sentenced to 364 days in jail for each count of 3rd degree Assault. Kaufman admitted to attempting to assault Police Officers, on July 28, 2024. Officer Bryanna Houck of the Colchester Police Department was engaged in an unrelated traffic stop, Kaufman exited his residence & began to yell obscenities at Officer Houck, who called for & received assistance. the officers placed Kaufman under arrest for Obstruction of Governmental Administration and Disorderly Conduct, Kaufman attempted to damage the cruiser & spit on & kick at an officer & was still combative at the police station.

An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held in Downsville today from 9 am. - 2 pm., Downsville Fire Department, 15166 State Highway 30; appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-12-24

On Monday, Deputies from the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported 2 car motor vehicle accident on State Highway 10 in the Town of Walton, responding emergency medical personnel pronounced 48-year-old Lawrence Foster of Walton, and 24-year-old Kaelyn Foster, also of Walton deceased at the scene. 44 year old Grace Bartolillo of Downsville suffered serious physical injuries and was transported by Life-net to Albany Medical Center. The Sheriff’s Office was assisted on scene by Walton Police, State Police, and the New York State Department of Transportation among others, the investigation is continuing.

An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today in Downsville from 9 am. - 2 pm., at the Downsville Fire Department, State Highway 30, appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or use the Red Cross Blood Donor App.

An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held today from 9 am. - 2 pm., at the Downsville Fire Department, on State Highway 30, Appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.

An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held today from 8:30 am. - 1:30 pm. at the Downsville Central School, appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.

State Police at Troop C are investigating a report of a stolen golf cart from the Jellystone Campground in the town of Union around March 13th or 14th. The cart is a 4-seater, is platinum in color, whoever took the golf cart also did some damage around the campground and ended up losing the bumper. Anyone with information should contact State Police in Endwell at (607) 754-2701

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 5-8-24

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a reported altercation between two groups of individuals at a residence located on State Highway 206 in the Town of Walton. It is alleged that 22-year-old William Pomeroy of Downsville, 25-year-old Gabriella Albertina of Walton, and 23-year-old Reece Spatafora went to the residence of 29-year-old Brendan Henderson with intentions of confronting Henderson about posts and comments made on social media. An altercation ensued during which a handgun and a long gun were alleged to have been displayed, and one of the weapons was alleged to have been fired several times, Pomeroy and Henderson both sustained injuries. On Monday, the Town of Walton Court issued Criminal Summons for all parties on a variety of charges, All were arrested and released to appear in the Town of Walton Court at a later date.

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-28-24

Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 36 year old Kyle Walker of Utica, for Aggravated Unlicensed Operator of a Motor Vehicle and Unlicensed Operator following an investigation. Deputies responded Saturday to an emergency call for service for a possible abduction of an adult that occurred within Delaware County. Deputies along with Delhi Police Officers were able to locate the vehicle that was allegedly being used during the reported abduction which had been traveling from the Downsville area to the Village of Walton, it was found that no abduction had occurred, however Deputies found that Walker had 19 suspensions on his drivers license. Walker was issued appearance tickets to appear before the Village of Walton Court at a later date.

The American Red Cross will be holding 2 blood drives in Delaware County today, 1 drive will be held from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Downsville Fire Department, another will be held from 12:30 pm. to 5:30 pm., at the Walton First Baptist Church, 55 Townsend Street, Appointments are available at RedCrossBlood.org, downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or calling 1-800-RED CROSS

An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today from 8:30 am. - 1:30 pm., at the Downsville Central School. Appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

A Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today at the Downsville Fire Department on State Highway 30 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Appointments can be scheduled with the Red Cross Blood donor App, at 1-800-RED CROSS or at redcrossblood.org.

Delaware County Sheriff's arrested 75 year old Alan Donner of Roscoe for Criminal Mischief. On August 26th, Deputies responded to a Criminal Mischief Complaint in the Town of Colchester, Donner had intentionally damaged another person’s vehicle following a verbal altercation while at the Mobil Gas Station in Downsville, Donner was released on appearance tickets returnable to the Town of Colchester Court at a later date to answer the charges.