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WCDO News — Friday 12-6-24
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-6-24
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 26 year old Kayla Van Pelt of Otsego County, for Grand Larceny and Conspiracy. A larceny complaint was filed by a business in the Village of Sherburne, where Van Pelt and two other suspects acted together and stole over one thousand dollars in merchandise. Van Pelt was taken into custody at a residence in Otsego County, transported to the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office to be processed, she was released on an appearance ticket for Village of Sherburne Court at a later date. More arrests are expected to be made.
The 2024 Bainbridge Guilford Holiday Craft Fair will beheld tomorrow at the BG High School Gym, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, the proceeds go to the Angel fund, BG Teacher Amy LaFever explains:
(Amy LaFever 12-6-24)
LaFever said that the Lourdes Hospital Mobile Mammography Van will be parked around the corner at the Bainbridge Community Center as part of the event
The Mid York Concert band will hold their annual holiday concert this Sunday at 2:00 PM at the Norwich High School Auditorium, conductor Doug Ernst explains:
(Doug Ernst 12-6-24)
The MID-YORK CONCERT BAND is celebrating their 40th Anniversary this year, the holiday concert will feature popular Christmas tunes, music from the Disney movie Frozen, admission on Sunday is free, but donations will be accepted.
The Light Up A Life Ornament Sale is underway for the Holiday season, by Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango County, Spokesperson Sarah Green explains:
(Sarah Green 12-6-24)
More information about the ornament sale or programs at Hospice can call 607-334-3556.
The Harris Memorial Library in Otego will host their annual "Silver Tea" Sunday at 1:00 PM. Winners for the raffle will be announced for those who purchased tickets in the last 4 weeks.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-6-24
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce Holly Jolly annual parade & Christmas activities will be held this evening, Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:
(Teri Schunk 12-6-24)
Anyone interested in participating in the parade can just line up in the plaza paring lot, there is no pre-registration required.
The 17th Annual Holidays in the Hamlet celebration will be held Saturday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Sidney Center Fire Station, Sidney Center Improvement group president Mike Sellitti explains:
(Mike Sellitti 12-6-24)
More information about future Group events benefiting the park & the hamlet can be found on the Sidney Center Improvement Group Facebook page.
The Gilbertsville Christmas Bazaar will be on Saturday, from 9 am. to 2 pm. at Gilbertsville Baptist Church, New Life Fellowship Hall, Commercial Street. A variety of Crafts, raffles and other items will be available, Lunch and dessert will be from 11:30 am. to 1 pm.
The Jericho Arts Council and The Bainbridge Free Library Presents The Muppet Christmas Carol Movie and a Christmas music sing along Saturday, @ 2 PM at the Bainbridge Town Hall. The event is a Benefit for the Bainbridge and Sidney Food Pantries, admission is a Food or cash donation, more information is available at (607) 288 - 3882 for Information, go to jerichoarts.com for full Fall 2024 Schedule
The Afton Village Christmas Parade will be held Saturday, with the line up at 5:15 & the parade starts at 6:00 PM. Award Plaques will be awarded for the top 3 best interpretations of a Dickens Christmas Carol.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 26 year old Kayla Van Pelt of Otsego County, for Grand Larceny and Conspiracy. A larceny complaint was filed by a business in the Village of Sherburne, where Van Pelt and two other suspects acted together and stole over one thousand dollars in merchandise. Van Pelt was taken into custody at a residence in Otsego County, transported to the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office to be processed, she was released on an appearance ticket for Village of Sherburne Court at a later date. More arrests are expected to be made.
The 2024 Bainbridge Guilford Holiday Craft Fair will beheld tomorrow at the BG High School Gym, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, the proceeds go to the Angel fund, BG Teacher Amy LaFever explains:
(Amy LaFever 12-6-24)
LaFever said that the Lourdes Hospital Mobile Mammography Van will be parked around the corner at the Bainbridge Community Center as part of the event
The Mid York Concert band will hold their annual holiday concert this Sunday at 2:00 PM at the Norwich High School Auditorium, conductor Doug Ernst explains:
(Doug Ernst 12-6-24)
The MID-YORK CONCERT BAND is celebrating their 40th Anniversary this year, the holiday concert will feature popular Christmas tunes, music from the Disney movie Frozen, admission on Sunday is free, but donations will be accepted.
The Light Up A Life Ornament Sale is underway for the Holiday season, by Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango County, Spokesperson Sarah Green explains:
(Sarah Green 12-6-24)
More information about the ornament sale or programs at Hospice can call 607-334-3556.
The Harris Memorial Library in Otego will host their annual "Silver Tea" Sunday at 1:00 PM. Winners for the raffle will be announced for those who purchased tickets in the last 4 weeks.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-6-24
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce Holly Jolly annual parade & Christmas activities will be held this evening, Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:
(Teri Schunk 12-6-24)
Anyone interested in participating in the parade can just line up in the plaza paring lot, there is no pre-registration required.
The 17th Annual Holidays in the Hamlet celebration will be held Saturday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Sidney Center Fire Station, Sidney Center Improvement group president Mike Sellitti explains:
(Mike Sellitti 12-6-24)
More information about future Group events benefiting the park & the hamlet can be found on the Sidney Center Improvement Group Facebook page.
The Gilbertsville Christmas Bazaar will be on Saturday, from 9 am. to 2 pm. at Gilbertsville Baptist Church, New Life Fellowship Hall, Commercial Street. A variety of Crafts, raffles and other items will be available, Lunch and dessert will be from 11:30 am. to 1 pm.
The Jericho Arts Council and The Bainbridge Free Library Presents The Muppet Christmas Carol Movie and a Christmas music sing along Saturday, @ 2 PM at the Bainbridge Town Hall. The event is a Benefit for the Bainbridge and Sidney Food Pantries, admission is a Food or cash donation, more information is available at (607) 288 - 3882 for Information, go to jerichoarts.com for full Fall 2024 Schedule
The Afton Village Christmas Parade will be held Saturday, with the line up at 5:15 & the parade starts at 6:00 PM. Award Plaques will be awarded for the top 3 best interpretations of a Dickens Christmas Carol.
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WCDO News — Friday 11-29-24
WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 11-29-24
State Police and local law enforcement agencies are continuing with their Thanksgiving holiday Weekend traffic enforcement details. Police will be watching for drunk drivers, speeding, and distracted drivers, and they will be enforcing the state"s Move Over Law and seat belt laws.
Saturday is Small Business Saturday across the nation, Teri Schunk of the Sidney Chamber of Commerce & 4 Towns Forward reminds local residents to shop local in the stores & at events where numerous vendors will be located in 1 location:
(Teri Schunk 11-27-24)
In addition to local stores being open with special holiday sales Saturday, Small businesses generate $68 in local economic return for every $100 spent with them, according to the latest statistics from the US Chamber of Commerce.
A Holiday Cookie Exchange is being held Saturday at the Masonville Town Hall, Jennifer Cutting of Masonville Connects explains:
(Jen Cutting 11-29-24)
Masonville connects also delivered Thanksgiving meals to shut in s & those with no local family members earlier this week, Cutting said that the fairly new group vows to continue helping out those locally who need a helping hand, more information is available at 607-221-6776.
The Chenango Historical Society will have their annual Holiday Open House and Museum Store Sunday from 10 am. to 4 pm at the Chenango County Historical Society on Rexford Street in Norwich, where people can browse the Museum Shop for unique gift ideas and exclusive merchandise. Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin told WCDO News that the launch of the annual "Parade of Trees" starts Sunday as well:
(Jessica Moquin 11-29-24)
The winner of the "Parade of Trees" will be announced on December 27th, More information is available at (607) 334-9227 or at ChenangoHistorical.org
The Jericho Arts Council's Artisan Holiday Gift Market will be held Saturday & Sunday from 10AM-4PM, at the Town Hall Theater at 15 North Main Street in Bainbridge, for more information, go to jerichoarts.com.
The remaining M&T Bank Broadway Season shows will go on sale to the public today at 10:00 am, Tickets will be available for purchase in person at the Arena Box Office or online through Ticketmaster, for The Cher Show, The Addams Family, and Chicago, for more information visit BroadwayInBinghamton.com
State Police and local law enforcement agencies are continuing with their Thanksgiving holiday Weekend traffic enforcement details. Police will be watching for drunk drivers, speeding, and distracted drivers, and they will be enforcing the state"s Move Over Law and seat belt laws.
Saturday is Small Business Saturday across the nation, Teri Schunk of the Sidney Chamber of Commerce & 4 Towns Forward reminds local residents to shop local in the stores & at events where numerous vendors will be located in 1 location:
(Teri Schunk 11-27-24)
In addition to local stores being open with special holiday sales Saturday, Small businesses generate $68 in local economic return for every $100 spent with them, according to the latest statistics from the US Chamber of Commerce.
A Holiday Cookie Exchange is being held Saturday at the Masonville Town Hall, Jennifer Cutting of Masonville Connects explains:
(Jen Cutting 11-29-24)
Masonville connects also delivered Thanksgiving meals to shut in s & those with no local family members earlier this week, Cutting said that the fairly new group vows to continue helping out those locally who need a helping hand, more information is available at 607-221-6776.
The Chenango Historical Society will have their annual Holiday Open House and Museum Store Sunday from 10 am. to 4 pm at the Chenango County Historical Society on Rexford Street in Norwich, where people can browse the Museum Shop for unique gift ideas and exclusive merchandise. Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin told WCDO News that the launch of the annual "Parade of Trees" starts Sunday as well:
(Jessica Moquin 11-29-24)
The winner of the "Parade of Trees" will be announced on December 27th, More information is available at (607) 334-9227 or at ChenangoHistorical.org
The Jericho Arts Council's Artisan Holiday Gift Market will be held Saturday & Sunday from 10AM-4PM, at the Town Hall Theater at 15 North Main Street in Bainbridge, for more information, go to jerichoarts.com.
The remaining M&T Bank Broadway Season shows will go on sale to the public today at 10:00 am, Tickets will be available for purchase in person at the Arena Box Office or online through Ticketmaster, for The Cher Show, The Addams Family, and Chicago, for more information visit BroadwayInBinghamton.com
WCDO News — Wednesday 11-27-24
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-27-24
A Winter Storm Watch is in effect from Midnight through 7:00 PM on Thanksgiving in Delaware, Otsego & Sullivan Counties, Meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO news about this storm:
(Rich Townsend 11-27-24)
the higher accumulations are expected to be in the higher elevation, mainly to the Eastern part of the WCDO Listening area, we'll have our Tri-County Forecast at the end of this news cast.
The Otsego County Department of Health reports that a bat tested positive for rabies in the town of Oneonta, 1 person was exposed and started rabies post exposure vaccinations. All dogs, cats, and ferrets must be vaccinated for rabies, Unvaccinated pets in contact with wildlife that is suspected or confirmed to be rabid must be either euthanized or strictly quarantined at owner’s expense for 6 months. More information is available at 607-547-4230 or otsegocounty.com.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 56 year old Scott Wood of Hamden for Driving While Intoxicated on November 16thth. Deputies responded to an assist EMS call on West Terry Clove Road for a male having trouble breathing, the male left the scene and was traveling on West Terry Clove Road. Deputies found a vehicle stopped in the roadway with a male asleep in the driver seat, who was identified as Scott Wood, who was charged with DWI & Driving with a BAC of .08 of higher, Open Container among other charges, he was released and will appear in the Town Hamden Court at a later date.
Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar released the results of the targeted, 5-week public safety and crime response initiative conducted by the Broome County Sheriff’s Office Strategic Response Group in Binghamton. From October 10th to November 15th , the Group's efforts resulted in 19 Narcotics Arrests, 14 Warrant Arrests, 43 Vehicle and Traffic Arrests, they conducted over 800 traffic stop and issued over 760 traffic violations.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-27-24
48 year old Scott Mawhiney of Deposit was found guilty in Broome County Court this week for Attempted Murder, Aggravated Assault on a Police Officer, Assault, Criminal Use of a Firearm, Criminal Possession of a Weapon among other charges. On June 23, 2021, Mawhiney was involved in a domestic incident, the 2 female victims escaped, State Police responded, Mawhiney armed himself & shot at Trooper Ryan Thorp, who received a career tending injury from a bullet fragment striking him, Mawhiney will be sentenced on February 26. He faces a potential maximum sentence of 30 years to life in prison.
State Police will continue in a special traffic enforcement initiative to crack down on unsafe driving behaviors during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday through Sunday, December 1, 2024. State Police will supplement regular patrols statewide, including fixed sobriety checkpoints, which targets distracted drivers by utilizing Concealed patrol vehicles to better locate drivers talking or texting on handheld devices. Elevated traffic volumes are expected, and wintry weather is expected to impact portions of the state, including in the Catskills & North Country.
The Jericho Arts Council Gallery Committee will be hosting their annual Artisan Holiday Gift Market Friday to Sunday from 10 am. to 4 pm. each day in the Gallery on the second floor of the Bainbridge Town Hall at 15 North Main Street. For further information go to www.jerichoarts.com.
A Winter Storm Watch is in effect from Midnight through 7:00 PM on Thanksgiving in Delaware, Otsego & Sullivan Counties, Meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO news about this storm:
(Rich Townsend 11-27-24)
the higher accumulations are expected to be in the higher elevation, mainly to the Eastern part of the WCDO Listening area, we'll have our Tri-County Forecast at the end of this news cast.
The Otsego County Department of Health reports that a bat tested positive for rabies in the town of Oneonta, 1 person was exposed and started rabies post exposure vaccinations. All dogs, cats, and ferrets must be vaccinated for rabies, Unvaccinated pets in contact with wildlife that is suspected or confirmed to be rabid must be either euthanized or strictly quarantined at owner’s expense for 6 months. More information is available at 607-547-4230 or otsegocounty.com.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 56 year old Scott Wood of Hamden for Driving While Intoxicated on November 16thth. Deputies responded to an assist EMS call on West Terry Clove Road for a male having trouble breathing, the male left the scene and was traveling on West Terry Clove Road. Deputies found a vehicle stopped in the roadway with a male asleep in the driver seat, who was identified as Scott Wood, who was charged with DWI & Driving with a BAC of .08 of higher, Open Container among other charges, he was released and will appear in the Town Hamden Court at a later date.
Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar released the results of the targeted, 5-week public safety and crime response initiative conducted by the Broome County Sheriff’s Office Strategic Response Group in Binghamton. From October 10th to November 15th , the Group's efforts resulted in 19 Narcotics Arrests, 14 Warrant Arrests, 43 Vehicle and Traffic Arrests, they conducted over 800 traffic stop and issued over 760 traffic violations.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-27-24
48 year old Scott Mawhiney of Deposit was found guilty in Broome County Court this week for Attempted Murder, Aggravated Assault on a Police Officer, Assault, Criminal Use of a Firearm, Criminal Possession of a Weapon among other charges. On June 23, 2021, Mawhiney was involved in a domestic incident, the 2 female victims escaped, State Police responded, Mawhiney armed himself & shot at Trooper Ryan Thorp, who received a career tending injury from a bullet fragment striking him, Mawhiney will be sentenced on February 26. He faces a potential maximum sentence of 30 years to life in prison.
State Police will continue in a special traffic enforcement initiative to crack down on unsafe driving behaviors during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday through Sunday, December 1, 2024. State Police will supplement regular patrols statewide, including fixed sobriety checkpoints, which targets distracted drivers by utilizing Concealed patrol vehicles to better locate drivers talking or texting on handheld devices. Elevated traffic volumes are expected, and wintry weather is expected to impact portions of the state, including in the Catskills & North Country.
The Jericho Arts Council Gallery Committee will be hosting their annual Artisan Holiday Gift Market Friday to Sunday from 10 am. to 4 pm. each day in the Gallery on the second floor of the Bainbridge Town Hall at 15 North Main Street. For further information go to www.jerichoarts.com.
WCDO News — Friday 11-15-24
WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 11-15-24
Broome County Sheriff’s Office Office arrested 51 year old Byron Bump of the Town of Colesville, for 1st & 2nd degree Rape, & Attempted Rape, Bump was relieved from his job as a school bus driver for the Chenango Valley School District, he is accused of sexually abusing multiple minors over a lengthy period of time, Anyone with information should contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office by calling 607-778-1196.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 35 year old Jacob Snook of Gilbertsville on multiple charges following the execution of a search warrant following a residential fire in the Town of Butternuts. Snook was charged with Criminal Manufacture of Undetectable Firearm, Criminal Possession of Ammunition Feeding Device, Criminal Possession of a Firearm, Criminal Possession of a Ghost Gun, among other similar charges, Deputies and investigators executed the search warrant at the residence and discovered that Snook had two 3D printers to manufacture untraceable firearms, plus loaded high-capacity magazines and a large quantity of ammunition, he was taken into custody and was being held at the Otsego County Correctional Facility to await Centralized Arraignment.
The Oneonta Board of Public Service has issued a "water supply emergency" and is recommending that water conservation efforts be implemented, as their main reservoir is 74 inches below normal. officials recommend taking short showers, repair leaks, more information is available at 607-432-2100. .
Lambrecht Auction in Sidney will have their 2nd Annual Sidney EMS Charity event to raise money for the Emergency squad, on Saturday t\starting at 5:00 PM Jared Lambrecht explained that they are looking to raise money for the Sidney EMS, which needs a new ambulance:
(Jared Lambrecht 10-28-24)
More information is available online at laibids.com, last year they raised about $18,000 for the Sidney Emergency Squad.
The Community Cultural Center of Sidney will have another Comedy Night tonight, tickets to see Karen Rontkowski & Josh Wilbert, Tickets will be available at the Community Cultural Center Facebook page or at the door prior to tonight’s Show.
Broadway In Binghamton announced their latest season special, Menopause The Musical 2, coming to the Forum Theatre, June 4 at 7:30PM. Tickets go on sale today at 10:00 AM at the Forum Box Office, Ticketmaster or online at BroadwayInBinghamton.com. More information is available at 607-772-1391 or BroadwayInBinghamton.com.
Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango County will be having their "Home-Made" sale tomorrow in Norwich, spokesperson Sarah Green explains:
(Sarah Green 11-15-24)
Green said that 100% of of the money raised will go to fund Hospice programs for the families they serve.
The Jericho Arts Council will have another concert Saturday along with an Art exhibit in the Gallery at the Town Hall. Council Spokesman Phil Wade explains:
(Phil Wade 11-15-24)
Reservations can be made in advance at 607-288-3882.
The Unatego Booster Club No-Tap Bowling Tournament will be held tomorrow at 10:00 AM & 1:30 PM, at Galaxy Bowl in Bainbridge. More information is available at 237-6638.
Broome County Sheriff’s Office Office arrested 51 year old Byron Bump of the Town of Colesville, for 1st & 2nd degree Rape, & Attempted Rape, Bump was relieved from his job as a school bus driver for the Chenango Valley School District, he is accused of sexually abusing multiple minors over a lengthy period of time, Anyone with information should contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office by calling 607-778-1196.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 35 year old Jacob Snook of Gilbertsville on multiple charges following the execution of a search warrant following a residential fire in the Town of Butternuts. Snook was charged with Criminal Manufacture of Undetectable Firearm, Criminal Possession of Ammunition Feeding Device, Criminal Possession of a Firearm, Criminal Possession of a Ghost Gun, among other similar charges, Deputies and investigators executed the search warrant at the residence and discovered that Snook had two 3D printers to manufacture untraceable firearms, plus loaded high-capacity magazines and a large quantity of ammunition, he was taken into custody and was being held at the Otsego County Correctional Facility to await Centralized Arraignment.
The Oneonta Board of Public Service has issued a "water supply emergency" and is recommending that water conservation efforts be implemented, as their main reservoir is 74 inches below normal. officials recommend taking short showers, repair leaks, more information is available at 607-432-2100. .
Lambrecht Auction in Sidney will have their 2nd Annual Sidney EMS Charity event to raise money for the Emergency squad, on Saturday t\starting at 5:00 PM Jared Lambrecht explained that they are looking to raise money for the Sidney EMS, which needs a new ambulance:
(Jared Lambrecht 10-28-24)
More information is available online at laibids.com, last year they raised about $18,000 for the Sidney Emergency Squad.
The Community Cultural Center of Sidney will have another Comedy Night tonight, tickets to see Karen Rontkowski & Josh Wilbert, Tickets will be available at the Community Cultural Center Facebook page or at the door prior to tonight’s Show.
Broadway In Binghamton announced their latest season special, Menopause The Musical 2, coming to the Forum Theatre, June 4 at 7:30PM. Tickets go on sale today at 10:00 AM at the Forum Box Office, Ticketmaster or online at BroadwayInBinghamton.com. More information is available at 607-772-1391 or BroadwayInBinghamton.com.
Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango County will be having their "Home-Made" sale tomorrow in Norwich, spokesperson Sarah Green explains:
(Sarah Green 11-15-24)
Green said that 100% of of the money raised will go to fund Hospice programs for the families they serve.
The Jericho Arts Council will have another concert Saturday along with an Art exhibit in the Gallery at the Town Hall. Council Spokesman Phil Wade explains:
(Phil Wade 11-15-24)
Reservations can be made in advance at 607-288-3882.
The Unatego Booster Club No-Tap Bowling Tournament will be held tomorrow at 10:00 AM & 1:30 PM, at Galaxy Bowl in Bainbridge. More information is available at 237-6638.
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WCDO News — Friday 10-25-24
WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 10-25-24
Bassett Healthcare Network announced the elimination of around 100 positions, the majority were administrative. Patient care would not be affected by the layoffs, which represent 2% of their total workforce.
On Saturday, from 10 am. to 2 pm. the Norwich City Police Department will participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day event. The DEA and Norwich Police will collect tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs, they can NOT accept syringes, sharps, and illicit drugs. Liquid products, such as cough syrup, should remain sealed in their original container. The Norwich collection will be at the rear of the City of Norwich Police Department at 18 East Main Street, Norwich. For more information and to find other collection sites, visit www.DEATakeBack.com.
The Sidney American Legion announced that they will hold a fundraiser to help the victims of recent flooding in North Carolina. The event will be this Saturday from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Legion on Union Street, there will be dinner & music.
The Otsego County Board of Elections announced that Early Voting for the November 5 General Election will begins tomorrow through November 3 at the Foothills Performing Arts Center, on Market Street in Oneonta & at The Meadows Office Complex, at 140 County Highway 33W in Cooperstown. Polls will be open from 9 am. to 5 pm. on Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Polls will be open from 12 to 8 pm. on Tuesday and Thursday. More information is available at the Otsego County Board of Elections at (607) 547-4247.
On Saturday "AK" McEwan Lomnicki has organized a Halloween Dog Costume Contest in Downtown Sidney, she told WCDO News about her event:
(AK 10-24-24)
A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Delaware Valley Humane Society, more information about animals up for adoption can be obtained by calling (607) 563-7780.
The New York State Veterans home is Oxford is hosting "Trunk Or Treat" Saturday where area children in costumes & their families can celebrate Halloween activities with the resident of the Vet's Home, Spokesman John Wiktor explains:
(John Wiktor 10-25-24)
More information is available at 607-843-3115.
The Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre will host "On The Trail" Saturday Night with Bluegrass Music starting at 7:00 PM. Tickets can be reserved at 607-288-3882, Also, the popular annual Photography showcase is featured in the gallery, according to spokesman Phil wade:
Phil Wade 10-25-24)
Both events are being held at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater, sponsored by the Jericho Arts Council.
The Norwitch Festival will be held in West Park in downtown Norwich tomorrow, with a variety of scheduled activities according to organizer Mindy Chawgo:
(Mindy Chawgo 10-25-24)
The event runs from 9:00 AM to 2:00 pm Saturday.
2 More American Red Cross Blood Drives are being held today, 1 from 1:30 pm. - 5:30 pm., at the New Lisbon Town Hall, another in Oneonta from 12:30 pm. - 6 pm., at the Elm Park Methodist Church, to schedule an appointment, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.
Chenango County Public Health will hold a vaccine clinic for RSV, COVID 19 & the flu at the public health facility in at 5 Court Street Norwich Today, the clinic will be held from 1:30 to 3:30 PM for those who register at 607-337-1660.
Bassett Healthcare Network announced the elimination of around 100 positions, the majority were administrative. Patient care would not be affected by the layoffs, which represent 2% of their total workforce.
On Saturday, from 10 am. to 2 pm. the Norwich City Police Department will participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day event. The DEA and Norwich Police will collect tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs, they can NOT accept syringes, sharps, and illicit drugs. Liquid products, such as cough syrup, should remain sealed in their original container. The Norwich collection will be at the rear of the City of Norwich Police Department at 18 East Main Street, Norwich. For more information and to find other collection sites, visit www.DEATakeBack.com.
The Sidney American Legion announced that they will hold a fundraiser to help the victims of recent flooding in North Carolina. The event will be this Saturday from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Legion on Union Street, there will be dinner & music.
The Otsego County Board of Elections announced that Early Voting for the November 5 General Election will begins tomorrow through November 3 at the Foothills Performing Arts Center, on Market Street in Oneonta & at The Meadows Office Complex, at 140 County Highway 33W in Cooperstown. Polls will be open from 9 am. to 5 pm. on Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Polls will be open from 12 to 8 pm. on Tuesday and Thursday. More information is available at the Otsego County Board of Elections at (607) 547-4247.
On Saturday "AK" McEwan Lomnicki has organized a Halloween Dog Costume Contest in Downtown Sidney, she told WCDO News about her event:
(AK 10-24-24)
A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Delaware Valley Humane Society, more information about animals up for adoption can be obtained by calling (607) 563-7780.
The New York State Veterans home is Oxford is hosting "Trunk Or Treat" Saturday where area children in costumes & their families can celebrate Halloween activities with the resident of the Vet's Home, Spokesman John Wiktor explains:
(John Wiktor 10-25-24)
More information is available at 607-843-3115.
The Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre will host "On The Trail" Saturday Night with Bluegrass Music starting at 7:00 PM. Tickets can be reserved at 607-288-3882, Also, the popular annual Photography showcase is featured in the gallery, according to spokesman Phil wade:
Phil Wade 10-25-24)
Both events are being held at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater, sponsored by the Jericho Arts Council.
The Norwitch Festival will be held in West Park in downtown Norwich tomorrow, with a variety of scheduled activities according to organizer Mindy Chawgo:
(Mindy Chawgo 10-25-24)
The event runs from 9:00 AM to 2:00 pm Saturday.
2 More American Red Cross Blood Drives are being held today, 1 from 1:30 pm. - 5:30 pm., at the New Lisbon Town Hall, another in Oneonta from 12:30 pm. - 6 pm., at the Elm Park Methodist Church, to schedule an appointment, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.
Chenango County Public Health will hold a vaccine clinic for RSV, COVID 19 & the flu at the public health facility in at 5 Court Street Norwich Today, the clinic will be held from 1:30 to 3:30 PM for those who register at 607-337-1660.
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WCDO News — Friday 10-4-24
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-4-24
The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner & Awards Ceremony will be held this Sunday starting at 3:00PM, at Far View Farms In Unadilla. The Business of the Year award goes to the Green Giraffe, the Good Neighbor Award goes to Kaleigh Barber, the Commitment to Community Award is for Kirsty & George Roefs, more information is available at 607-369-2614
Sidney Airport Club announces the return of the Drive In/Fly In Breakfast this Sunday starting at 8:00 AM at the Sidney Municipal Airport. Plane Rides by Delaware Aviation.
The Unatego Booster Club will hold the Alec Pitel Memorial "Sprintin for Spartans" 5k/5mile run this Sunday at 10:00 AM, Alec's wife Judy Pitel was honored that the Booster Club named this event after her late husband, who lost his life after years of battling Alzheimer's Disease:
(Judy Pitel 10-4-24)
The Event will be held on the grounds of The Unatego High School on Sunday, people can still register prior to the start of the run Sunday Morning. More information is available at the Unatego Booster Club Facebook page.
A Car Seat Safety Check will be held in Oneonta tomorrow at the Home Depot on Route 28 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The event is co-sponsored by The Otsego County Health Department, Sheriff's Department, AAA & the Governor's Traffic safety Committee.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-4-24
On Tuesday, the Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force attempted to execute a narcotics search warrant at a residence and vehicle in the Town of Sanford. 39 year old Scott Lord of Deposit, fled the scene in a vehicle, leading law enforcement on a lengthy pursuit into Pennsylvania. As deputies and Pennsylvania State Police responded to seize the vehicle, Lord was found to still be in the vehicle and he fled the parking lot, striking a Broome County patrol car and another vehicle, Vehicle tire deflation devices were successfully deployed and Lord crashed into a creek. Lord was arrested for Attempted Aggravated Assault on a Police Officer, Reckless Endangerment, Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia, The Wayne County District Attorney has also announced several felony charges.
The Norwich High School Sports Hall of Fame will hold their 12th induction ceremony this weekend, spokesman Rich Turnbull told WCDO News about this year's Hall of Fame inductees:
(Rich Turnbull 10-4-24)
The ceremony will be held Saturday Evening October 5th at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich.
The Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre and Gallery Presents the Corvettes Doo-Wop Revue tonight at 7:00 PM, spokesman Phil Wade Comments:
(Phil Wade 10-4-24)
Ticket Reservations are available by calling 607-288-3882, in the gallery will be a Photography Showcase. More information is available at Jerichoarts.com
The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner & Awards Ceremony will be held this Sunday starting at 3:00PM, at Far View Farms In Unadilla. The Business of the Year award goes to the Green Giraffe, the Good Neighbor Award goes to Kaleigh Barber, the Commitment to Community Award is for Kirsty & George Roefs, more information is available at 607-369-2614
Sidney Airport Club announces the return of the Drive In/Fly In Breakfast this Sunday starting at 8:00 AM at the Sidney Municipal Airport. Plane Rides by Delaware Aviation.
The Unatego Booster Club will hold the Alec Pitel Memorial "Sprintin for Spartans" 5k/5mile run this Sunday at 10:00 AM, Alec's wife Judy Pitel was honored that the Booster Club named this event after her late husband, who lost his life after years of battling Alzheimer's Disease:
(Judy Pitel 10-4-24)
The Event will be held on the grounds of The Unatego High School on Sunday, people can still register prior to the start of the run Sunday Morning. More information is available at the Unatego Booster Club Facebook page.
A Car Seat Safety Check will be held in Oneonta tomorrow at the Home Depot on Route 28 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The event is co-sponsored by The Otsego County Health Department, Sheriff's Department, AAA & the Governor's Traffic safety Committee.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-4-24
On Tuesday, the Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force attempted to execute a narcotics search warrant at a residence and vehicle in the Town of Sanford. 39 year old Scott Lord of Deposit, fled the scene in a vehicle, leading law enforcement on a lengthy pursuit into Pennsylvania. As deputies and Pennsylvania State Police responded to seize the vehicle, Lord was found to still be in the vehicle and he fled the parking lot, striking a Broome County patrol car and another vehicle, Vehicle tire deflation devices were successfully deployed and Lord crashed into a creek. Lord was arrested for Attempted Aggravated Assault on a Police Officer, Reckless Endangerment, Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia, The Wayne County District Attorney has also announced several felony charges.
The Norwich High School Sports Hall of Fame will hold their 12th induction ceremony this weekend, spokesman Rich Turnbull told WCDO News about this year's Hall of Fame inductees:
(Rich Turnbull 10-4-24)
The ceremony will be held Saturday Evening October 5th at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich.
The Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre and Gallery Presents the Corvettes Doo-Wop Revue tonight at 7:00 PM, spokesman Phil Wade Comments:
(Phil Wade 10-4-24)
Ticket Reservations are available by calling 607-288-3882, in the gallery will be a Photography Showcase. More information is available at Jerichoarts.com
WCDO News — Friday 9-20-24
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-20-24
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 43 year old Thomas Toomer of Oxford for multiple counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, 1 count of Aggravated Criminal Possession of a Weapon, 1 count of Criminal Contempt. Members of the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office responded to Toomer’s residence to serve an eviction notice, Toomer and an additional occupant of the residence were removed, the other occupant had an order of protection against Toomer. Toomer was then taken into custody without incident. Several firearms, ammunition, and high-capacity magazines were located in the residence. Toomer had 3 previous Felony convictions & was not allowed to have firearms, he was arraigned & was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility without bail pending additional court action in Chenango County Court.
WCDO Sports Director Nate Lull has a fall golf tournament coming up this weekend at the Colonial Ridge Golf Course in Morris to support The Nate Lull Scholarship, Lull said he wasn’t planning on another Tournament, but the chance to add to the scholarship fund made was a no brainer:
(Nate 9-20-24)
The Phone Number to sign up again is 607-263-5291, and request to sign-up for the Nate Lull Tournament specifically when you call. The Nate Lull Scholarship has handed out $30,000 dollars over the last two years to local high school seniors.
The 9th Annual AUTUMN MARKET will be held Saturday, from 9am to 3pm at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge. Locally artisans, antique collectors, and small businesses will be participating, & there will be carnival games, pony rides and horse drawn carriage rides.
The 14th Annual Sidney Center Tractor Parade will be held Saturday starting at 12:00 Noon, interested participants can sign up starting at 9:00 AM.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Saturday from 10:00 Am to 3:00 PM at The Southside Mall, appointments can be made at redcrossblood.org, by calling 1-800 RedCross or using the Blood Donor App.
The 7th Annual Tom "Uncle Bear" Safford Memorial truck Show will be held Saturday at the Chenango County Fairgrounds, from 8:00 Am to 2:00 PM, money raised will go to the American Cancer Society.
The Jericho Arts Council will have Ron Fetner at the Town Hall Theatre Saturday at 7:00 PM. Tickets can be reserved at 607-288-3882, in The Gallery will be the works of John Keating
State Police in Troop “C” will be hosting a child car seat check at the "Touch A Truck" event at the Broome County Fairgrounds in Whitney Point from 10:00am – 2:00pm, Appointments are preferred at (607)561-7604. Also, the Governor's Office announced a car seat check from 9 am. to 12 pm. at Visions Federal Credit Union, State Highway 12, Norwich.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-20-24
On September 18th, 2024 the Sidney Police Department began an investigation into a social media post that made a threat to several specific students of the Sidney School District. The same threat was also directed to several specific students of the Walton School District. Sidney Police Department has charged a 14 year old female with one count of Making a terroristic threat and four counts of Aggravated harassment, Due to the subject's age she was issued a juvenile appearance ticket to appear at the Delaware County Probation Department and released.
State Police is warning the public of a nationwide automated sextortion scam in which scammers use people’s email address to coerce payments using intimidation. Scammers obtain emails and other personal information purchased illegally on the dark web to contact victims, & claim to possess images of the victim viewing pornographic material and threatens to disclose this content to everyone in their contact list unless they pay in Bitcoin, however, the scammer does not have access to the victim’s device or personal information. If you receive one of these emails, do not engage or share any personal information, Victims should block the sender, delete the email, and report it through the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov or call the FBI at 1‐800‐CALL‐FBI. State Police or local law enforcement agencies can also assist with criminal investigations.
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for James Pruitt on an outstanding warrant for Failure to Register Under the Sex Offender Registration Act, he is known to frequent the Ridge Road area of the Town of Colesville. Pruitt is a balding white male, 6'2", 260 pounds with brown eyes, Anyone with information on Pruitt can submit tips to gobroomecounty.com/sheriff or call (607) 778-1196.
The Sidney Alumni Sports Hall of Fame Induction weekend starts today & continues on Saturday with the dinner & ceremony starting at 4:00 PM at the Sidney Elks Lodge on River Street, spokesman Larry Halbert told WCDO about the Inductees:
(Larry Halbert 9-20-24)
This event is also a key fundraiser for the school’s athletic scholarship.
Foothills Performing Arts Center will be the site of a number of events today through Sunday, titled the "Foothills Fringe', Executive Director Geoff Doyle explains:
(Geoff Doyle 9-20-24)
More information about this & future events can be found at foothillspac.org.
The Binghamton Rumble Ponies announced that they will have a "Garage Sale" this Sunday at Mirabito Stadium. Game worn Jerseys, Helmets bats & baseballs will be available, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 43 year old Thomas Toomer of Oxford for multiple counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, 1 count of Aggravated Criminal Possession of a Weapon, 1 count of Criminal Contempt. Members of the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office responded to Toomer’s residence to serve an eviction notice, Toomer and an additional occupant of the residence were removed, the other occupant had an order of protection against Toomer. Toomer was then taken into custody without incident. Several firearms, ammunition, and high-capacity magazines were located in the residence. Toomer had 3 previous Felony convictions & was not allowed to have firearms, he was arraigned & was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility without bail pending additional court action in Chenango County Court.
WCDO Sports Director Nate Lull has a fall golf tournament coming up this weekend at the Colonial Ridge Golf Course in Morris to support The Nate Lull Scholarship, Lull said he wasn’t planning on another Tournament, but the chance to add to the scholarship fund made was a no brainer:
(Nate 9-20-24)
The Phone Number to sign up again is 607-263-5291, and request to sign-up for the Nate Lull Tournament specifically when you call. The Nate Lull Scholarship has handed out $30,000 dollars over the last two years to local high school seniors.
The 9th Annual AUTUMN MARKET will be held Saturday, from 9am to 3pm at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge. Locally artisans, antique collectors, and small businesses will be participating, & there will be carnival games, pony rides and horse drawn carriage rides.
The 14th Annual Sidney Center Tractor Parade will be held Saturday starting at 12:00 Noon, interested participants can sign up starting at 9:00 AM.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Saturday from 10:00 Am to 3:00 PM at The Southside Mall, appointments can be made at redcrossblood.org, by calling 1-800 RedCross or using the Blood Donor App.
The 7th Annual Tom "Uncle Bear" Safford Memorial truck Show will be held Saturday at the Chenango County Fairgrounds, from 8:00 Am to 2:00 PM, money raised will go to the American Cancer Society.
The Jericho Arts Council will have Ron Fetner at the Town Hall Theatre Saturday at 7:00 PM. Tickets can be reserved at 607-288-3882, in The Gallery will be the works of John Keating
State Police in Troop “C” will be hosting a child car seat check at the "Touch A Truck" event at the Broome County Fairgrounds in Whitney Point from 10:00am – 2:00pm, Appointments are preferred at (607)561-7604. Also, the Governor's Office announced a car seat check from 9 am. to 12 pm. at Visions Federal Credit Union, State Highway 12, Norwich.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-20-24
On September 18th, 2024 the Sidney Police Department began an investigation into a social media post that made a threat to several specific students of the Sidney School District. The same threat was also directed to several specific students of the Walton School District. Sidney Police Department has charged a 14 year old female with one count of Making a terroristic threat and four counts of Aggravated harassment, Due to the subject's age she was issued a juvenile appearance ticket to appear at the Delaware County Probation Department and released.
State Police is warning the public of a nationwide automated sextortion scam in which scammers use people’s email address to coerce payments using intimidation. Scammers obtain emails and other personal information purchased illegally on the dark web to contact victims, & claim to possess images of the victim viewing pornographic material and threatens to disclose this content to everyone in their contact list unless they pay in Bitcoin, however, the scammer does not have access to the victim’s device or personal information. If you receive one of these emails, do not engage or share any personal information, Victims should block the sender, delete the email, and report it through the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov or call the FBI at 1‐800‐CALL‐FBI. State Police or local law enforcement agencies can also assist with criminal investigations.
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for James Pruitt on an outstanding warrant for Failure to Register Under the Sex Offender Registration Act, he is known to frequent the Ridge Road area of the Town of Colesville. Pruitt is a balding white male, 6'2", 260 pounds with brown eyes, Anyone with information on Pruitt can submit tips to gobroomecounty.com/sheriff or call (607) 778-1196.
The Sidney Alumni Sports Hall of Fame Induction weekend starts today & continues on Saturday with the dinner & ceremony starting at 4:00 PM at the Sidney Elks Lodge on River Street, spokesman Larry Halbert told WCDO about the Inductees:
(Larry Halbert 9-20-24)
This event is also a key fundraiser for the school’s athletic scholarship.
Foothills Performing Arts Center will be the site of a number of events today through Sunday, titled the "Foothills Fringe', Executive Director Geoff Doyle explains:
(Geoff Doyle 9-20-24)
More information about this & future events can be found at foothillspac.org.
The Binghamton Rumble Ponies announced that they will have a "Garage Sale" this Sunday at Mirabito Stadium. Game worn Jerseys, Helmets bats & baseballs will be available, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
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WCDO News — Friday 5-31-24
P.M. NEWS Friday 5-31-24
State Police were dispatched last Wednesday to an accident involving a UTV in the town of Smithville. An investigation revealed that a UTV was on Waldon Road in the town of Smithville when the operator; 52 year old William Williams of Greene lost control, left the roadway, struck a tree and the UTV came to rest on its side. Williams did not survive, the unidentified 24-year-old passenger was transported to Wilson Medical Center for non-life-threatening injuries. The investigation is on-going.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 21 year old Nicholas Harrington on 4 active warrants and an additional open case. On May 29, Harrington was arrested by the Chenango County Sheriff’s Detectives Division, there were warrants for Forgery, for being the operator of a vehicle in an accident, for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property & Grand Larceny, and for a stolen vehicle, he was taken into custody in the Town of Pitcher, he was arraigned & was released on his own recognizance pending future court action.
The Chenango County Health Department announced that raccoon located on County Route 10 in the Hamlet of Preston was tested on May 30, 2024, by the NYS Wadsworth Laboratory and was found to have rabies. Residents and visitors in the area are advised to take the following precautions: Contact the Chenango County Sheriff’s, or the Chenango County Health Department to report animals which are behaving strangely or aggressively. (607) 337-1673
The Heavy Metal Haul-Out Fundraiser by Waste Recovery Enterprises of Sidney, for the Delaware Valley Humane Society has been extended beyond today's initial deadline, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga explains:
(Erin Insinga 5-31-24)
So far, 4 bins of scrap metal have been turned in this month, people can bring their unwanted metal to the bin at Valley View Road in Sidney until that last bin is full, Sean LaRose will present the donation check to Delaware Valley Humane Society in the near future.
Commerce Chenango is hosting a Pickleball Tournament on East Main Street in Norwich Saturday from 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Sign-in will be at the Norwich Firehouse 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Interested participants can Register and pay on Commerce Chenango website: commercechenango.com, more information is available at 607.334.1400
Jericho Arts Council presents the George Lesh Memorial Scholarship Concert this weekend, The event will be held at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre Sunday, @ 2:00 PM. Call for Reservations and more Information at 607-288-3882.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-31-24
Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 62 year old Michael Kirby of Delhi, after a warrant was issued for his arrest by the Town of Walton Court, and the Town of Deposit Court. Deputies responded to reports of Domestic Disputes 3 times in May where Kirby violated an order of protection & had subjected the victim to physical contact. Kirby was charged with Aggravated Harassment, Criminal Contempt, Reckless endangerment & on the arrest warrants, he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $10,000 cash bail or $50,000 secured bond.
A nurse who recently began working at the Broome County Correctional Facility has been charged after an investigation found she had stolen 8 pain pills earlier this week. 31 year old Meghan Manning of Troy, PA reported to her superiors that 8 pills with Codeine had gone missing from the Correctional Facility Pharmacy Room. Manning was charged with Falsifying business Records, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Petty Larceny, Manning was processed and given an appearance ticket to appear at the Town of Dickinson court, her employment with PrimeCare Medical has been terminated.
A fundraiser is scheduled Saturday at the Sidney American Legion on Union Street, for 5 year old Rowan DeCocker of Bainbridge, who is battling Brain Cancer, co-organizer Brenda Flowers explains:
(Brenda Flowers 5-31-24)
Flowers said that Rowan began Chemotherapy in October, money raised will help with the families medical expenses. Just announced today, one of the Raffles tomorrow will be for a chance to win an American Cocker Spaniel Puppy.
American Red Cross Blood Drives are being held locally today, 1 from 1 pm. - 6 pm., at the Charlotte Valley Central School, State Highway 23 in Davenport. 2 Blood Drives will be held in Oneonta, one from 11:30 am. - 4:30 pm., at the Neonatal Elks Lodge on Chestnut Street, another from 1 pm. - 6 pm., at the Quality Inn, on State Highway 23, Book a time to give now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
State Police were dispatched last Wednesday to an accident involving a UTV in the town of Smithville. An investigation revealed that a UTV was on Waldon Road in the town of Smithville when the operator; 52 year old William Williams of Greene lost control, left the roadway, struck a tree and the UTV came to rest on its side. Williams did not survive, the unidentified 24-year-old passenger was transported to Wilson Medical Center for non-life-threatening injuries. The investigation is on-going.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 21 year old Nicholas Harrington on 4 active warrants and an additional open case. On May 29, Harrington was arrested by the Chenango County Sheriff’s Detectives Division, there were warrants for Forgery, for being the operator of a vehicle in an accident, for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property & Grand Larceny, and for a stolen vehicle, he was taken into custody in the Town of Pitcher, he was arraigned & was released on his own recognizance pending future court action.
The Chenango County Health Department announced that raccoon located on County Route 10 in the Hamlet of Preston was tested on May 30, 2024, by the NYS Wadsworth Laboratory and was found to have rabies. Residents and visitors in the area are advised to take the following precautions: Contact the Chenango County Sheriff’s, or the Chenango County Health Department to report animals which are behaving strangely or aggressively. (607) 337-1673
The Heavy Metal Haul-Out Fundraiser by Waste Recovery Enterprises of Sidney, for the Delaware Valley Humane Society has been extended beyond today's initial deadline, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga explains:
(Erin Insinga 5-31-24)
So far, 4 bins of scrap metal have been turned in this month, people can bring their unwanted metal to the bin at Valley View Road in Sidney until that last bin is full, Sean LaRose will present the donation check to Delaware Valley Humane Society in the near future.
Commerce Chenango is hosting a Pickleball Tournament on East Main Street in Norwich Saturday from 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Sign-in will be at the Norwich Firehouse 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Interested participants can Register and pay on Commerce Chenango website: commercechenango.com, more information is available at 607.334.1400
Jericho Arts Council presents the George Lesh Memorial Scholarship Concert this weekend, The event will be held at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre Sunday, @ 2:00 PM. Call for Reservations and more Information at 607-288-3882.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-31-24
Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 62 year old Michael Kirby of Delhi, after a warrant was issued for his arrest by the Town of Walton Court, and the Town of Deposit Court. Deputies responded to reports of Domestic Disputes 3 times in May where Kirby violated an order of protection & had subjected the victim to physical contact. Kirby was charged with Aggravated Harassment, Criminal Contempt, Reckless endangerment & on the arrest warrants, he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $10,000 cash bail or $50,000 secured bond.
A nurse who recently began working at the Broome County Correctional Facility has been charged after an investigation found she had stolen 8 pain pills earlier this week. 31 year old Meghan Manning of Troy, PA reported to her superiors that 8 pills with Codeine had gone missing from the Correctional Facility Pharmacy Room. Manning was charged with Falsifying business Records, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Petty Larceny, Manning was processed and given an appearance ticket to appear at the Town of Dickinson court, her employment with PrimeCare Medical has been terminated.
A fundraiser is scheduled Saturday at the Sidney American Legion on Union Street, for 5 year old Rowan DeCocker of Bainbridge, who is battling Brain Cancer, co-organizer Brenda Flowers explains:
(Brenda Flowers 5-31-24)
Flowers said that Rowan began Chemotherapy in October, money raised will help with the families medical expenses. Just announced today, one of the Raffles tomorrow will be for a chance to win an American Cocker Spaniel Puppy.
American Red Cross Blood Drives are being held locally today, 1 from 1 pm. - 6 pm., at the Charlotte Valley Central School, State Highway 23 in Davenport. 2 Blood Drives will be held in Oneonta, one from 11:30 am. - 4:30 pm., at the Neonatal Elks Lodge on Chestnut Street, another from 1 pm. - 6 pm., at the Quality Inn, on State Highway 23, Book a time to give now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
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WCDO News — Friday 4-26-24
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-26-24
Sidney Police Department received report of an armed robbery Friday Afternoon at about 1:35 PM at Smiley's at 17 West Main Street. The suspect displayed a Handgun, demanded cash, he was wearing a black and purple wig, blue Oneonta YellowJackets hooded sweatshirt and pink slippers. The suspect left went hrough yards, left behind the disguises and left in a Silver Subaru parked on Adams Street, & left the village. The suspect is a bald or balding, heavy set white male over 6 feet tall. Sidney Police were assisted by STate Police & Delaware County Deputies, Anyone with any information should contact the Sidney Police Department at 607 561-2301, more information is available at the Village of Sidney Police Department Facebook page.
State Police in Oneonta is attempting to identify an individual that was captured on a surveillance camera at the GameStop store located on State Route 23 in the town of Oneonta in regard to a larceny investigation. If anyone recognizes the individual pictured at https://troopers.ny.gov/news/state-police-seek-public-assistance-identifying-individual-captured-surveillance-camera, they are asked to contact State Police in Oneonta at (607) 432-3211.
Tickets are still available for the Southern Tier Music Festival in July in Sidney, and spokesman Jake Cotten & Ed Curley said that more of the special coveted tickets have been made available:
(Jake Cotten Ed Curley 4-26-24)
Tickets can be purchased at Southern Tier Music Fest .com which will feature music through the day on July 6th at the Sidney Airport, with headliner Nate Smith closing out the show.
The Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has received a $5,000 grant investment from national nonprofit Petco Love in support of its lifesaving work on behalf of animals in Otsego County through clinics aimed at expanding access for animals who need care. The Petco Love program helps find homes for pets in partnership with more than 4,000 organizations, like the Susquehanna SPCA, in order to get pets the care they need & adopted into homes, and make sure that pets are not unnecessarily euthanized. More information is available at sqspca.org. or petcolove.org.
The Jericho Arts Council will present a popular Bluegrass Band Saturday Night, as well as the 43rd fine arts show, spokesman Phil Wade explains:
(PHIL WADE 4-26-24)
Tickets for the concert can be reserved by calling (607) 288-3882.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-26-24
President Biden appeared in Syracuse on Thursday afternoon, he discussed the $6.1 Billion Dolla federal investment in Micron Technology, which is building a manufacturing complex in Clay over the next 20 years, investing up to $125 billion, a move that could bring 50,000 to the state, construction will begin next year.
The 4 Towns Forward Community Yard sales event will beheld tomorrow, Teri Schunk of 4 Towns Forward comments:
(Teri Schunk 4-26-24)
Also, the Unadilla & Bainbridge Fire Departments will hold their Open House events tomorrow, in an effort to get more people involved in their local fire department, according to Roger Barnhart of the Bainbridge EMS Squad:
(Roger Barnhart 4-25-24)
The Bainbridge & Unadilla Fire Departments Open House events will be held from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 26 year old Justin Kucera of West Edmeston following an animal cruelty investigation. Kucera was charged with Overdriving, Torturing, Injuring Animals; Failure to provide proper Sustenance, following an investigation into a dog complaint in Edmeston. Kucera was issued an Appearance Ticket and is to return to Town of Edmeston Court on May 6, 2024.
Mothers & Babies Peri-Natal Network is hosting a free event in Norwich This Saturday, with a variety of organizations on hand to help educate new Moms & Dads, Director Christy Finch explains:
(Christy Finch 4-26-24)
The event will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the SUNY Morrisville Norwich Campus, more information is available at 772-0517.
The Oxford Village Tree Board will be holding its 31st "Tree City USA" and Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, starting at 9 am., at Lafayette Park. The Tree City USA flag and plaque presentation will be held along with a giveaway of seedling trees and shrubs.
Sidney Police Department received report of an armed robbery Friday Afternoon at about 1:35 PM at Smiley's at 17 West Main Street. The suspect displayed a Handgun, demanded cash, he was wearing a black and purple wig, blue Oneonta YellowJackets hooded sweatshirt and pink slippers. The suspect left went hrough yards, left behind the disguises and left in a Silver Subaru parked on Adams Street, & left the village. The suspect is a bald or balding, heavy set white male over 6 feet tall. Sidney Police were assisted by STate Police & Delaware County Deputies, Anyone with any information should contact the Sidney Police Department at 607 561-2301, more information is available at the Village of Sidney Police Department Facebook page.
State Police in Oneonta is attempting to identify an individual that was captured on a surveillance camera at the GameStop store located on State Route 23 in the town of Oneonta in regard to a larceny investigation. If anyone recognizes the individual pictured at https://troopers.ny.gov/news/state-police-seek-public-assistance-identifying-individual-captured-surveillance-camera, they are asked to contact State Police in Oneonta at (607) 432-3211.
Tickets are still available for the Southern Tier Music Festival in July in Sidney, and spokesman Jake Cotten & Ed Curley said that more of the special coveted tickets have been made available:
(Jake Cotten Ed Curley 4-26-24)
Tickets can be purchased at Southern Tier Music Fest .com which will feature music through the day on July 6th at the Sidney Airport, with headliner Nate Smith closing out the show.
The Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has received a $5,000 grant investment from national nonprofit Petco Love in support of its lifesaving work on behalf of animals in Otsego County through clinics aimed at expanding access for animals who need care. The Petco Love program helps find homes for pets in partnership with more than 4,000 organizations, like the Susquehanna SPCA, in order to get pets the care they need & adopted into homes, and make sure that pets are not unnecessarily euthanized. More information is available at sqspca.org. or petcolove.org.
The Jericho Arts Council will present a popular Bluegrass Band Saturday Night, as well as the 43rd fine arts show, spokesman Phil Wade explains:
(PHIL WADE 4-26-24)
Tickets for the concert can be reserved by calling (607) 288-3882.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-26-24
President Biden appeared in Syracuse on Thursday afternoon, he discussed the $6.1 Billion Dolla federal investment in Micron Technology, which is building a manufacturing complex in Clay over the next 20 years, investing up to $125 billion, a move that could bring 50,000 to the state, construction will begin next year.
The 4 Towns Forward Community Yard sales event will beheld tomorrow, Teri Schunk of 4 Towns Forward comments:
(Teri Schunk 4-26-24)
Also, the Unadilla & Bainbridge Fire Departments will hold their Open House events tomorrow, in an effort to get more people involved in their local fire department, according to Roger Barnhart of the Bainbridge EMS Squad:
(Roger Barnhart 4-25-24)
The Bainbridge & Unadilla Fire Departments Open House events will be held from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 26 year old Justin Kucera of West Edmeston following an animal cruelty investigation. Kucera was charged with Overdriving, Torturing, Injuring Animals; Failure to provide proper Sustenance, following an investigation into a dog complaint in Edmeston. Kucera was issued an Appearance Ticket and is to return to Town of Edmeston Court on May 6, 2024.
Mothers & Babies Peri-Natal Network is hosting a free event in Norwich This Saturday, with a variety of organizations on hand to help educate new Moms & Dads, Director Christy Finch explains:
(Christy Finch 4-26-24)
The event will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the SUNY Morrisville Norwich Campus, more information is available at 772-0517.
The Oxford Village Tree Board will be holding its 31st "Tree City USA" and Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, starting at 9 am., at Lafayette Park. The Tree City USA flag and plaque presentation will be held along with a giveaway of seedling trees and shrubs.
4TOWNS FORWARDBAINBRIDGE EMSBAINBRIDGE FIRE DEPARTMENTCHRISTY FINCHCLAYED CURLEYJAKE COTTENJERICHO ARTS COUNCILJUSTIN KUCERALAFAYETTE PARKMICRONMothers & Babies Peri-Natal NetworkNew YorkNYOXFORD VILLAGE TREE BOARDPHIL WADEPRESIDENT JOE BIDENRoger BarnhartSIDNEY AIRPORTSOUTHERN TIER MUSIC FESTIVALSusquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to AnimalsSYRACUSETERI SCHUNKUNADILLA FIRE DEPARTMENTWCDOWEST EDMESTON
WCDO News — Wednesday 4-24-24
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-24-24
Local government sales tax collections totaled $5.6 billion in the January to March Quarter, an increase of 1.6%, compared to the same quarter last year. State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli said that this was the lowest rate of growth since the first quarter in 2021, with several upstate regions experiencing a year-over-year decline. Locally, Delaware County had 1 of the steepest declines at -6.4%.
The Raymond Corporation announced this week an expansion into Broome County with the acquisition of properties, Raymond President & CEO Michael Field told WCDO News what they will be used for:
(Michael Field 4-24-24)
Field said that the facilities could also serve as a location in the future for some light manufacturing, in addition to warehousing.
Regatta Row 2024 Street Art & Music Fest is starting to get their chairs painted by local artists, on to the streets of Bainbridge today, Regatta Row Organizer Rachel Hares explains:
(Rachel Hares 4-24-24)
The theme this year is “Celebrating the Regatta” The finished chairs will be taken to General Clinton Park to be viewed during the Regatta festivities till they are auctioned 4:00 pm Saturday May 25, during the General Clinton Canoe Regatta
Mothers & Babies Peri-Natal Network is hosting a free event in Norwich This Saturday, with a variety of organizations on hand to help educate new Moms & Dads, Director Christy Finch explains:
(Christy Finch 4-24-24)
The event will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the SUNY Morrisville Norwich Campus, more information is available at 772-0517.
The Oneonta City Department of Public Works announced that they are working to repair a water main break that is affecting Hartwick College. Water has been shut off at College Terrace and parts of the Hartwick College until repairs are completed, water be be discolored when restored, but should clear up quickly, More information is available at the Department of Public Works at (607) 432-2100.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-24-24
35 year old Dimitri Escrich of Deposit pleaded guilty to Possessing a Sexual Performance by a child, in Delaware County Court, an indictment alleged that Escrich possessed a video depicting a child participating in a sexual performance, he pleaded guilty & will be sentenced to 10 years felony sex offender probation, and 20 years at minimum of being a registered sex offender on June 10th in Delaware County Court.
The State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for March 2024. The State’s unemployment rate decreased from 4.4% in February to 4.3% in March, Locally, Chenango County Had 4.1%, Delaware County 4.7% & Otsego County 4.6% unemployment in March.
Broome County Sheriff’s Office arrested 41 year old Masai Andrews of Endicott Saturday for Obstructing Governmental Administration following the “Smoke Weed Outside the Binghamton Police Station” event after intentionally interfering with deputies attempting to take an individual into custody. While in custody at the Broome County Sheriff’s Office, Andrews was placed in an interview room and where he broke a chair while trying to pry off his handcuffs, & he broke the interior handle of the interview room door, he was additionally charged with Criminal Mischief & remains in custody at the Correctional Facility pending court action.
Local government sales tax collections totaled $5.6 billion in the January to March Quarter, an increase of 1.6%, compared to the same quarter last year. State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli said that this was the lowest rate of growth since the first quarter in 2021, with several upstate regions experiencing a year-over-year decline. Locally, Delaware County had 1 of the steepest declines at -6.4%.
The Raymond Corporation announced this week an expansion into Broome County with the acquisition of properties, Raymond President & CEO Michael Field told WCDO News what they will be used for:
(Michael Field 4-24-24)
Field said that the facilities could also serve as a location in the future for some light manufacturing, in addition to warehousing.
Regatta Row 2024 Street Art & Music Fest is starting to get their chairs painted by local artists, on to the streets of Bainbridge today, Regatta Row Organizer Rachel Hares explains:
(Rachel Hares 4-24-24)
The theme this year is “Celebrating the Regatta” The finished chairs will be taken to General Clinton Park to be viewed during the Regatta festivities till they are auctioned 4:00 pm Saturday May 25, during the General Clinton Canoe Regatta
Mothers & Babies Peri-Natal Network is hosting a free event in Norwich This Saturday, with a variety of organizations on hand to help educate new Moms & Dads, Director Christy Finch explains:
(Christy Finch 4-24-24)
The event will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the SUNY Morrisville Norwich Campus, more information is available at 772-0517.
The Oneonta City Department of Public Works announced that they are working to repair a water main break that is affecting Hartwick College. Water has been shut off at College Terrace and parts of the Hartwick College until repairs are completed, water be be discolored when restored, but should clear up quickly, More information is available at the Department of Public Works at (607) 432-2100.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-24-24
35 year old Dimitri Escrich of Deposit pleaded guilty to Possessing a Sexual Performance by a child, in Delaware County Court, an indictment alleged that Escrich possessed a video depicting a child participating in a sexual performance, he pleaded guilty & will be sentenced to 10 years felony sex offender probation, and 20 years at minimum of being a registered sex offender on June 10th in Delaware County Court.
The State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for March 2024. The State’s unemployment rate decreased from 4.4% in February to 4.3% in March, Locally, Chenango County Had 4.1%, Delaware County 4.7% & Otsego County 4.6% unemployment in March.
Broome County Sheriff’s Office arrested 41 year old Masai Andrews of Endicott Saturday for Obstructing Governmental Administration following the “Smoke Weed Outside the Binghamton Police Station” event after intentionally interfering with deputies attempting to take an individual into custody. While in custody at the Broome County Sheriff’s Office, Andrews was placed in an interview room and where he broke a chair while trying to pry off his handcuffs, & he broke the interior handle of the interview room door, he was additionally charged with Criminal Mischief & remains in custody at the Correctional Facility pending court action.
BainbridgeCHRISTY FINCHDepositDIMITRI ESCRICHENDICOTTGENERAL CLINTON CANOE REGATTAJERICHO ARTS COUNCILKirkwoodMASAI ANDREWSMICHAEL FIELDMothers & Babies Peri-Natal NetworkNew YorkNYOneontaRACHEL HARESRAYMOND COPORATIONREGATTA ROWState Comptroller Thomas DiNapoliSTATE LABOR DEPARTMENTSUNY Morrisville Norwich CampusWCDO
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