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WCDO News — Wednesday 6-17-26
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-17-26
The Cullman Child Development Center's Summer series will host 2 events for area children in July, Cullman Director Amy Williams explains:
(Amy Williams 6-17-26)
Williams said that interested participants for the Soapbox derby should begin registering this week, at ccdcderby.com.
The Norwich Business Improvement District announced today that Public art will be coming to Downtown Norwich. Development Chenango Corporation was awarded $600,000 for a Downtown small project grant fund, $350,000 was spent supporting property owners’ renovations. The remaining funds, along with donations from Friends of the Park and local foundations, have been allocated to public art for Downtown Norwich. Awarded artists will design and install five sculptures and one mural Downtown! The Norwich Public Art Initiative, a committee formed to steward the project, has launched a request for artist qualifications as the first phase of the project, final proposals will be selected by December 1, with anticipated installation of the art work in spring 2027.
State DEC announced several changes to deer hunting regulations to increase harvest of female deer and improve DEC’s ability to manage abundant deer populations. Under the new system, all hunters will receive a first Antlered Deer Tag which can be used during any season, except the September antlerless season. Hunters who harvest and report an antlerless deer, will be eligible to receive a second Antlered Deer Tag, More information is available at dec.ny.gov/things-to-do/hunting.
The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 40 year old Barbara Brooke Walley, who is wanted on a Bench Warrant issued by Delaware County Court. Walley is a 5'2" tall white female with brown hair and green eyes, Anyone with information pertaining to the whereabouts of this person, please contact the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office at (607)832-5555 or “Submit a Tip” via our Sheriff’s APP.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-17-26
SFCU has recently presented a $20,000 donation to the United Way Mid Rural NY, supporting efforts to improve access to dental care for children across Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, and Madison counties. SFCU President & CEO JIm Reynolds comments;
(Jim Reynolds 6-17-26)
Reynolds said that access to dental care remains a significant challenge in many rural communities, where provider shortages and transportation barriers exist, More information about the SFCU 1 Million Reasons initiative is available at sfcuonline.org/1millionreasons.
The Chenango County Historical Society and the Chenango County Historian’s Office will host their 2nd to last Community Meeting tonight regarding the planning of the "America’s Potluck & Turtle Island” festival, The community dialogue will take place today from 5:00 to 6:30 pm. at the Flanagan Research Center at 43 Rexford Street in Norwich. The festival will take place from 4 to 8 pm. on July 5 at the Chenango County Fairgrounds
New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets has put new rules in place for bringing domestic animals into the State to stop the spread of the New World Screwworm after cases were found in Texas and New Mexico. The State is restricting the movement of livestock and pets from areas affected or suspected to be affected by the parasite, so far there have been no cases detected in New York. The new order requires extra veterinary testing, proof of good health, and preventative treatment for animals coming from impacted areas.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has elevated a recall of Alfredo sauce distributed in 41 states to its most serious classification after they say a supplier flagged an ingredient for possible Salmonella contamination. The Coffee Connexion Company of Tennessee voluntarily recalled the product on May 6 because it contains a dry milk powder ingredient that was recalled by the supplier due to potential Salmonella contamination. On June 4, the FDA designated the recall as a Class I event, the agency's highest risk category. The product was distributed in multiple states, including New York, The FDA's enforcement report does not indicate whether any illnesses have been reported in connection with the product.
The Cullman Child Development Center's Summer series will host 2 events for area children in July, Cullman Director Amy Williams explains:
(Amy Williams 6-17-26)
Williams said that interested participants for the Soapbox derby should begin registering this week, at ccdcderby.com.
The Norwich Business Improvement District announced today that Public art will be coming to Downtown Norwich. Development Chenango Corporation was awarded $600,000 for a Downtown small project grant fund, $350,000 was spent supporting property owners’ renovations. The remaining funds, along with donations from Friends of the Park and local foundations, have been allocated to public art for Downtown Norwich. Awarded artists will design and install five sculptures and one mural Downtown! The Norwich Public Art Initiative, a committee formed to steward the project, has launched a request for artist qualifications as the first phase of the project, final proposals will be selected by December 1, with anticipated installation of the art work in spring 2027.
State DEC announced several changes to deer hunting regulations to increase harvest of female deer and improve DEC’s ability to manage abundant deer populations. Under the new system, all hunters will receive a first Antlered Deer Tag which can be used during any season, except the September antlerless season. Hunters who harvest and report an antlerless deer, will be eligible to receive a second Antlered Deer Tag, More information is available at dec.ny.gov/things-to-do/hunting.
The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 40 year old Barbara Brooke Walley, who is wanted on a Bench Warrant issued by Delaware County Court. Walley is a 5'2" tall white female with brown hair and green eyes, Anyone with information pertaining to the whereabouts of this person, please contact the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office at (607)832-5555 or “Submit a Tip” via our Sheriff’s APP.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-17-26
SFCU has recently presented a $20,000 donation to the United Way Mid Rural NY, supporting efforts to improve access to dental care for children across Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, and Madison counties. SFCU President & CEO JIm Reynolds comments;
(Jim Reynolds 6-17-26)
Reynolds said that access to dental care remains a significant challenge in many rural communities, where provider shortages and transportation barriers exist, More information about the SFCU 1 Million Reasons initiative is available at sfcuonline.org/1millionreasons.
The Chenango County Historical Society and the Chenango County Historian’s Office will host their 2nd to last Community Meeting tonight regarding the planning of the "America’s Potluck & Turtle Island” festival, The community dialogue will take place today from 5:00 to 6:30 pm. at the Flanagan Research Center at 43 Rexford Street in Norwich. The festival will take place from 4 to 8 pm. on July 5 at the Chenango County Fairgrounds
New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets has put new rules in place for bringing domestic animals into the State to stop the spread of the New World Screwworm after cases were found in Texas and New Mexico. The State is restricting the movement of livestock and pets from areas affected or suspected to be affected by the parasite, so far there have been no cases detected in New York. The new order requires extra veterinary testing, proof of good health, and preventative treatment for animals coming from impacted areas.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has elevated a recall of Alfredo sauce distributed in 41 states to its most serious classification after they say a supplier flagged an ingredient for possible Salmonella contamination. The Coffee Connexion Company of Tennessee voluntarily recalled the product on May 6 because it contains a dry milk powder ingredient that was recalled by the supplier due to potential Salmonella contamination. On June 4, the FDA designated the recall as a Class I event, the agency's highest risk category. The product was distributed in multiple states, including New York, The FDA's enforcement report does not indicate whether any illnesses have been reported in connection with the product.
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WCDO News — Friday 9-19-25
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-19-25
Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond announced that in observance of New York State Sheriff's Week, the Delaware County Sheriff's Office will be hosting an Open House event on Sunday, September 21st, 2025, from 12pm-3pm at their office located at 280 Phoebe Lane, Delhi. Live demonstrations will be conducted by the K-9 Teams, Drone Pilots, Project Lifesaver Team, and our Motor Vehicle Accident Reconstructionist, plus Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians from Delaware County Public Health will conduct a Car Seat Safety event.
The 10th Annual Autumn Market by 607 Events Connection (https://www.facebook.com/groups/6zero7eventshare/) will be held at General Clinton Park Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Over 70 vendors are participating including farmers, crafters, Artist, there will also be children's activities
The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual dinner & Awards Ceremony on Sunday October 5th, at Far View farm Unadilla Chamber President Jackie Carey said that tickets are still available:
(Jackie Carey 9-19-25)
Carey said that the Business of the Year Award goes to Village Variety & the Committment to Community award goes to Cat Johnson.
The Sidney Central School District's Homecoming will be held Saturday Night with a "Spirit Night" with a variety of activities, Spokesperson Rachel Swain explains:
(Rachel Swain 9-19-25)
Swain said that the Pep Rally starts at 5:30, Games will begin at 6:00 PM, cider & donuts will be provided by the Sidney Booster club.
A Nate Lull Scholarship Fundraiser will be held at the Colonial Ridge Golf Course this weekend Lull told WCDO News about the event:
(Nate Lull 9-19-25)
To register, call the Golf Course directly at 607-263-5291.
The 15th Annual Sidney Center Tractor Parade will be held this Saturday beginning at 12:00 Noon. There is no fee to participate, there will be entertainment, raffles, the Sidney Center Fire Department will be selling barbecue chicken, more information is available at 369-9074 or 607-610-4098.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-19-25
40 year old Mark Archer of Sidney pleaded guilty to 3 counts of Sexual Abuse in Delaware County Court Thursday. Archer was indicted by a Grand Jury on 12 counts related to sexual abuse against 3 victims were less than 13 years old between 2013 and 2019 in the Village of Sidney, Archer will be sentenced to 13.5 years in state prison and 30 years of post-release supervision, he will be required to register as a sex offender after prison & he is prohibited from contacting his victims.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 18-year-old Kayden Wilcox of East Meredith, in June, Deputies received a complaint that a male subject was in possession of child pornography, Investigators responded to a residence in the Town of Kortright to seize electronic evidence. Wilcox was in possession of obscene sexual material of a child, the Sheriff’s Office arrested Wilcox on 1 count of Possessing an Obscene Sexual Performance by a Child, he was released on an appearance ticket and directed to return to the Town of Kortright Court at a later date.
Mohawk Valley Gives, an annual one-day on-line fundraiser, returns today, it is hosted locally by the Community Foundation of Otsego County, where more than 80 participating Otsego County nonprofits will have the opportunity to raise funds with a secure online platform. Community Foundation Director Jeff Katz explains:
(Jeff Katz 9-15-25)
Katz said that Members of the community can visit givemv.org to browse all the nonprofits and give online to their favorite organizations.
The Peila View Farms at 144 Kilroy Road in Oxford will hold their annual Autumn Family Fun will be held on Saturday & Sunday in conjunction with the Chenango County Health Department, from 11AM TO 5PM, Erica Curtis from the Chenango County Public Health told WCDO how the voucher system works for special needs children:
(Erica Curtis 9-19-25)
More information about the vouchers is available at 607-821-0707 extension 2942.
Hartwick College will have their annual True Blue Weekend, the College’s annual alumni and community celebration, taking place on campus today & Saturday, the weekend features a full schedule of events for students, alumni, families and friends. The complete schedule is available at hartwick.edu.
Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond announced that in observance of New York State Sheriff's Week, the Delaware County Sheriff's Office will be hosting an Open House event on Sunday, September 21st, 2025, from 12pm-3pm at their office located at 280 Phoebe Lane, Delhi. Live demonstrations will be conducted by the K-9 Teams, Drone Pilots, Project Lifesaver Team, and our Motor Vehicle Accident Reconstructionist, plus Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians from Delaware County Public Health will conduct a Car Seat Safety event.
The 10th Annual Autumn Market by 607 Events Connection (https://www.facebook.com/groups/6zero7eventshare/) will be held at General Clinton Park Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Over 70 vendors are participating including farmers, crafters, Artist, there will also be children's activities
The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual dinner & Awards Ceremony on Sunday October 5th, at Far View farm Unadilla Chamber President Jackie Carey said that tickets are still available:
(Jackie Carey 9-19-25)
Carey said that the Business of the Year Award goes to Village Variety & the Committment to Community award goes to Cat Johnson.
The Sidney Central School District's Homecoming will be held Saturday Night with a "Spirit Night" with a variety of activities, Spokesperson Rachel Swain explains:
(Rachel Swain 9-19-25)
Swain said that the Pep Rally starts at 5:30, Games will begin at 6:00 PM, cider & donuts will be provided by the Sidney Booster club.
A Nate Lull Scholarship Fundraiser will be held at the Colonial Ridge Golf Course this weekend Lull told WCDO News about the event:
(Nate Lull 9-19-25)
To register, call the Golf Course directly at 607-263-5291.
The 15th Annual Sidney Center Tractor Parade will be held this Saturday beginning at 12:00 Noon. There is no fee to participate, there will be entertainment, raffles, the Sidney Center Fire Department will be selling barbecue chicken, more information is available at 369-9074 or 607-610-4098.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-19-25
40 year old Mark Archer of Sidney pleaded guilty to 3 counts of Sexual Abuse in Delaware County Court Thursday. Archer was indicted by a Grand Jury on 12 counts related to sexual abuse against 3 victims were less than 13 years old between 2013 and 2019 in the Village of Sidney, Archer will be sentenced to 13.5 years in state prison and 30 years of post-release supervision, he will be required to register as a sex offender after prison & he is prohibited from contacting his victims.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 18-year-old Kayden Wilcox of East Meredith, in June, Deputies received a complaint that a male subject was in possession of child pornography, Investigators responded to a residence in the Town of Kortright to seize electronic evidence. Wilcox was in possession of obscene sexual material of a child, the Sheriff’s Office arrested Wilcox on 1 count of Possessing an Obscene Sexual Performance by a Child, he was released on an appearance ticket and directed to return to the Town of Kortright Court at a later date.
Mohawk Valley Gives, an annual one-day on-line fundraiser, returns today, it is hosted locally by the Community Foundation of Otsego County, where more than 80 participating Otsego County nonprofits will have the opportunity to raise funds with a secure online platform. Community Foundation Director Jeff Katz explains:
(Jeff Katz 9-15-25)
Katz said that Members of the community can visit givemv.org to browse all the nonprofits and give online to their favorite organizations.
The Peila View Farms at 144 Kilroy Road in Oxford will hold their annual Autumn Family Fun will be held on Saturday & Sunday in conjunction with the Chenango County Health Department, from 11AM TO 5PM, Erica Curtis from the Chenango County Public Health told WCDO how the voucher system works for special needs children:
(Erica Curtis 9-19-25)
More information about the vouchers is available at 607-821-0707 extension 2942.
Hartwick College will have their annual True Blue Weekend, the College’s annual alumni and community celebration, taking place on campus today & Saturday, the weekend features a full schedule of events for students, alumni, families and friends. The complete schedule is available at hartwick.edu.
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WCDO News — Tuesday 5-13-25
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-13-25
52 year old Iris Bonilla of Binghamton is facing a multitude of charges after a reckless driving incident from New York and into Pennsylvania on May 3rd. Bonilla was charged with 4 counts each of aggravated assault, 2nd degree assault, reckless endangerment and harassment, plus one count each of criminal mischief, and several traffic violations. Bonilla was arrested after an incident that began in Nichols, New York, and ended in Wysox Township, Pennsylvania.
The General Clinton Canoe Regatta has expanded the activities on Fridays in the last few years, co-chairman Mike Kaufman comments about this year's schedule:
(Mike Kaufman 5-13-25)
The full schedule of events can be found at canoeregatta.org.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 45 year old Adam Decker of Pennsylvania on a fugitive of justice warrant. Deputies were notified that Decker was housed in the Delaware County Correctional Facility, & he had an active Arrest Warrant through the Bucks County Sheriff's Office & they wanted to extradite Decker back to Pennsylvania. Decker was arrested by Sheriff’s Deputies and turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility awaiting centralized arraignment.
3 former Marcy Correctional Facility officers appeared in Oneida County Court This Morning, Nicholas Kieffer, Anthony Farina and David Kingsley are accused in connection with the fatal beating of inmate Robert Brooks in December. Farina & Kingsley both rejected the plea offer for 2nd degree murder, serving no more than 18-years-to-life in State prison. Kieffer rejected his offer of 12 years in State prison for gang assault. All 3 were ordered to return to court on June 3rd.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-13-25
The Broome County Special Investigations Unit arrested 35 year old Gary Lanzo of the Town of Union on multiple felony drug and weapons charges following a warrant execution Friday. As a result of the search warrant, officers seized Cocaine, Digital Scales, Packaging Material, A Ruger .45 Caliber Revolver and a 9mm Handgun, Lanzo was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, 3 Counts of Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia & Criminal Possession of a Weapon, he was arraigned and remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility, where he remains in custody.
There are now less than 200 VIP tickets remaining for the Southern Tier Music Fest on Saturday July 5th at the Sidney Municipal Airport. Teri Schunk is one of the event organizers and she urges interested people to act quickly and not wait until the last minute to get VIP tickets:
(Teri Schunk 5-12-25)
Multi-platinum artist Uncle Kracker will be the headliner. more information and tickets are available at southerntiermusicfest.com.
Chenango County Clerk's Office, the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce and “4 Towns Forward", are teaming up to help local residents get a US Passport. the event will be held at the Bainbridge Community Center on Thursday June 19 from 5:30pm to 8:00pm. Interested residents will need a completed passport application, the document can be found at travel.state.gov, you must also have your Original Birth Certificate with the Raised Seal, an up to date photo identification like a New York Drivers License, all services will be paid by check only. To reserve a time slot, call the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce at 607-967-8700 or email to bainbridge.chamber@yahoo.com
The Town of Sidney is seeking input from residents with 2 meetings this month. The 1st meeting will be tonight at 6:00 PM at the Sidney Center Fire Hall, the 2nd meeting will be on Tuesday May 20th at the Sidney Town Offices at 44 Grand Street.
52 year old Iris Bonilla of Binghamton is facing a multitude of charges after a reckless driving incident from New York and into Pennsylvania on May 3rd. Bonilla was charged with 4 counts each of aggravated assault, 2nd degree assault, reckless endangerment and harassment, plus one count each of criminal mischief, and several traffic violations. Bonilla was arrested after an incident that began in Nichols, New York, and ended in Wysox Township, Pennsylvania.
The General Clinton Canoe Regatta has expanded the activities on Fridays in the last few years, co-chairman Mike Kaufman comments about this year's schedule:
(Mike Kaufman 5-13-25)
The full schedule of events can be found at canoeregatta.org.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 45 year old Adam Decker of Pennsylvania on a fugitive of justice warrant. Deputies were notified that Decker was housed in the Delaware County Correctional Facility, & he had an active Arrest Warrant through the Bucks County Sheriff's Office & they wanted to extradite Decker back to Pennsylvania. Decker was arrested by Sheriff’s Deputies and turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility awaiting centralized arraignment.
3 former Marcy Correctional Facility officers appeared in Oneida County Court This Morning, Nicholas Kieffer, Anthony Farina and David Kingsley are accused in connection with the fatal beating of inmate Robert Brooks in December. Farina & Kingsley both rejected the plea offer for 2nd degree murder, serving no more than 18-years-to-life in State prison. Kieffer rejected his offer of 12 years in State prison for gang assault. All 3 were ordered to return to court on June 3rd.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-13-25
The Broome County Special Investigations Unit arrested 35 year old Gary Lanzo of the Town of Union on multiple felony drug and weapons charges following a warrant execution Friday. As a result of the search warrant, officers seized Cocaine, Digital Scales, Packaging Material, A Ruger .45 Caliber Revolver and a 9mm Handgun, Lanzo was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, 3 Counts of Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia & Criminal Possession of a Weapon, he was arraigned and remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility, where he remains in custody.
There are now less than 200 VIP tickets remaining for the Southern Tier Music Fest on Saturday July 5th at the Sidney Municipal Airport. Teri Schunk is one of the event organizers and she urges interested people to act quickly and not wait until the last minute to get VIP tickets:
(Teri Schunk 5-12-25)
Multi-platinum artist Uncle Kracker will be the headliner. more information and tickets are available at southerntiermusicfest.com.
Chenango County Clerk's Office, the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce and “4 Towns Forward", are teaming up to help local residents get a US Passport. the event will be held at the Bainbridge Community Center on Thursday June 19 from 5:30pm to 8:00pm. Interested residents will need a completed passport application, the document can be found at travel.state.gov, you must also have your Original Birth Certificate with the Raised Seal, an up to date photo identification like a New York Drivers License, all services will be paid by check only. To reserve a time slot, call the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce at 607-967-8700 or email to bainbridge.chamber@yahoo.com
The Town of Sidney is seeking input from residents with 2 meetings this month. The 1st meeting will be tonight at 6:00 PM at the Sidney Center Fire Hall, the 2nd meeting will be on Tuesday May 20th at the Sidney Town Offices at 44 Grand Street.
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WCDO News — Monday 10-7-24
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 10-7-24
Otsego County Sheriff's office arrested 33 year old Schuyler Schmidt of Garratsville following an investigation of a structure fire in the Town of New Lisbon. Schmidt was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Arson, Criminal Mischief in connection with a structure fire of a garage owned by a relative, multiple area Fire Departments responded, investigators located approximately thirteen vehicles & Machinery sustained significant damage or had become a total loss. Upon Arrested, Schmidt allegedly possessed methamphetamine, he was held at the Otsego County Correctional Facility pending arraignment.
The Chenango County Planning Department has scheduled an Open House for County Members to examine the County's draft 2050 Vision Plan, County Planning Director Shane Butler explains:
(Shane Butler 10-7-24)
The Open House will be held on October 16th from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at the Commerce Chenango Office at 15 South Broad Street in Norwich, more information is available at chenangocounty2050.com.
DCMO BOCES is seeking donations from the local counties, in order to continue to send winners of area Spelling bees & their families to the National Competition nest year, spokesperson Martha Ryan explains:
(Martha Ryan 10-7-24)
Donations may be sent by check payable to DCMO BOCES - Spelling Bee Program and mailed to 6678 County Road 32 Norwich, NY 13815. For more information, call 607-335-1292 or contact by email at ryanm@dcmoboces.com.
Governor Kathy Hochul today extended the application deadline for homeowners to apply for emergency repair grants for the July and August 2024 extreme weather events across the state. Funds are available to eligible homeowners flood or insurance coverage or other forms of disaster recovery funds insufficient. Locally Delaware County Residents who had damage from the severe weather of August 9th & 10th are eligible, more information on the program, is available on HCR’s website: hcr.ny.gov. The application deadline has now been extended to Friday, November 8.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-7-24
52 year old Shannon Finch of Margaretville was indicted by the Delaware County Grand Jury & was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. The indictment alleges that on May 5 in a hotel room in Fleischmanns, Finch, possessed methamphetamine, he was previously arraigned in the Town of Middletown Town Court where he was released on his own recognizance, he faces up to 5 1/2 years in state prison and 2 years of post-release supervision if convicted.
Broome County Sheriff’s Office Road Patrol observed a vehicle reported missing from the Town of Fenton. The vehicle had pulled into a driveway in Binghamton when the patrol activated their emergency lights. The vehicle then accelerated into the yard, driving through a fence into the yard of a residence on State St in an attempt to escape police. The vehicle had struck a building, the occupants fled on foot. The female passenger, 21 year old Hailey Blank was located and taken into custody, 20 year old Rodney McCormick, was located & arrested, he was charged with Criminal Mischief, Reckless Endangerment, Obstruction of Governmental Administration & Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle, Blank was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Obstruction of Governmental Administration. McCormick and Blank were turned over the Binghamton Police to answer for multiple warrants, both were remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility.
19 year old Lamont Weaver of Binghamton, and an 18-year-old adolescent offender from Binghamton, pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Weapon in Broome County Court. On April 27th, Weaver was involved in a shooting in Binghamton, at sentencing on October 25, 2024, Weaver is expected to receive a sentence of up to 8 years in New York State Prison, along with up to 5 years of post-release supervision. On August 18th, the adolescent offender was involved in shooting in Binghamton, firing several rounds at people during a dispute. the adolescent faces 6 years in State Prison, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision.
59 year old Dolores Barse, also known as Dolores Hurlburt of Sidney appeared in Delaware County Court last week & pleaded guilty to Welfare Fraud, she is accused of providing false information while applying for SNAP and HEAP benefits, she claimed to have no income despite being employed. Barse improperly received $14,203 in public benefits that she was not entitled to, she will be ordered to pay the money back to the Delaware County Department of Social Services.
Otsego County Sheriff's office arrested 33 year old Schuyler Schmidt of Garratsville following an investigation of a structure fire in the Town of New Lisbon. Schmidt was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Arson, Criminal Mischief in connection with a structure fire of a garage owned by a relative, multiple area Fire Departments responded, investigators located approximately thirteen vehicles & Machinery sustained significant damage or had become a total loss. Upon Arrested, Schmidt allegedly possessed methamphetamine, he was held at the Otsego County Correctional Facility pending arraignment.
The Chenango County Planning Department has scheduled an Open House for County Members to examine the County's draft 2050 Vision Plan, County Planning Director Shane Butler explains:
(Shane Butler 10-7-24)
The Open House will be held on October 16th from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at the Commerce Chenango Office at 15 South Broad Street in Norwich, more information is available at chenangocounty2050.com.
DCMO BOCES is seeking donations from the local counties, in order to continue to send winners of area Spelling bees & their families to the National Competition nest year, spokesperson Martha Ryan explains:
(Martha Ryan 10-7-24)
Donations may be sent by check payable to DCMO BOCES - Spelling Bee Program and mailed to 6678 County Road 32 Norwich, NY 13815. For more information, call 607-335-1292 or contact by email at ryanm@dcmoboces.com.
Governor Kathy Hochul today extended the application deadline for homeowners to apply for emergency repair grants for the July and August 2024 extreme weather events across the state. Funds are available to eligible homeowners flood or insurance coverage or other forms of disaster recovery funds insufficient. Locally Delaware County Residents who had damage from the severe weather of August 9th & 10th are eligible, more information on the program, is available on HCR’s website: hcr.ny.gov. The application deadline has now been extended to Friday, November 8.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-7-24
52 year old Shannon Finch of Margaretville was indicted by the Delaware County Grand Jury & was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. The indictment alleges that on May 5 in a hotel room in Fleischmanns, Finch, possessed methamphetamine, he was previously arraigned in the Town of Middletown Town Court where he was released on his own recognizance, he faces up to 5 1/2 years in state prison and 2 years of post-release supervision if convicted.
Broome County Sheriff’s Office Road Patrol observed a vehicle reported missing from the Town of Fenton. The vehicle had pulled into a driveway in Binghamton when the patrol activated their emergency lights. The vehicle then accelerated into the yard, driving through a fence into the yard of a residence on State St in an attempt to escape police. The vehicle had struck a building, the occupants fled on foot. The female passenger, 21 year old Hailey Blank was located and taken into custody, 20 year old Rodney McCormick, was located & arrested, he was charged with Criminal Mischief, Reckless Endangerment, Obstruction of Governmental Administration & Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle, Blank was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Obstruction of Governmental Administration. McCormick and Blank were turned over the Binghamton Police to answer for multiple warrants, both were remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility.
19 year old Lamont Weaver of Binghamton, and an 18-year-old adolescent offender from Binghamton, pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Weapon in Broome County Court. On April 27th, Weaver was involved in a shooting in Binghamton, at sentencing on October 25, 2024, Weaver is expected to receive a sentence of up to 8 years in New York State Prison, along with up to 5 years of post-release supervision. On August 18th, the adolescent offender was involved in shooting in Binghamton, firing several rounds at people during a dispute. the adolescent faces 6 years in State Prison, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision.
59 year old Dolores Barse, also known as Dolores Hurlburt of Sidney appeared in Delaware County Court last week & pleaded guilty to Welfare Fraud, she is accused of providing false information while applying for SNAP and HEAP benefits, she claimed to have no income despite being employed. Barse improperly received $14,203 in public benefits that she was not entitled to, she will be ordered to pay the money back to the Delaware County Department of Social Services.
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WCDO News — Wednesday 5-1-24
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-1-24
The Norwich Fire Department responded this morning to a structure fire at 50 Sheldon Street, with possible entrapment on the 2nd floor. Firefighters began to contain the blaze & the one female occupant was removed. The fire was contained to 2 rooms, and no significant structural damage was reported, the fire was under control within minutes. The cause of the fire was from careless misuse of smoking products, no injuries were reported.
The Village of Sidney is facing budgetary issues, following the extended loss of 138 taxable properties since 2006 & 2011, Sidney Village Mayor Ray Baker told WCDO News that the budget increase is 11%, he told WCDO News what steps they are taking:
(Ray Baker 5-1-24)
Mayor Baker Said that the median household is assessed at $65,000, which equates to $140 more per year in taxes for Village property owners on average, he said that they are also looking at selling the properties across from the Golf Course as a way to get more houses on to the tax roles.
The Tri Town Theatre will present the musical "Rent" this weekend at the Sidney High School Auditorium, about a group of people in New York City in the 80's, cast member Yana King visited with WCDO this morning & talked about the show:
(Yana King 5-1-24)
Tickets are available at tritowntheatre.com, the shows will be Friday & Saturday night at 7:30 PM with a Sunday Matinee at 2:00 PM.
US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced the passage of the Fentanyl Eradication and Narcotics Deterrence Act, following the rise in Fentanyl overdoses & deaths, the bill increases the ability to go after the drug traffickers and seizing their assets:
(Gillibrand 5-1-24)
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is 50 times stronger than heroin and cannot be detected by taste, smell, or sight when mixed with other drugs.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-1-24
The Bainbridge Community Center will hold their Open House & Grand Opening Celebration tonight, at 5 Prospect Street in Bainbridge from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, Spokesman Roger Barnhart comments:
(Roger Barnhart 5-1-24)
More information about renting the facility is available by calling Dolores Nabinger at 607-237-9414.
Waste Recovery Enterprises has teamed up again with the Delaware Valley Humane Society in the month of May for the “Heavy Metal Haul-Out”, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga explains:
(Erin Insinga 4-12-24)
The event runs thought the entire month of May, the previous events have resulted in about $8,000 for the Humane Society.
Binghamton Police Department arrested 31 year old Okan Thompson of Binghamton, in connection with a shooting at an apartment at 100 Susquehanna Street on April 27. 5 others were arrested shortly after the incident, Thompson was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Reckless Endangerment and Criminal Possession of a Firearm, he was arraigned and remanded to the Broome County Jail.
A.O. Fox Hospital's FoxCare Center is hosting a blood drive with the American Red Cross today, from 12:00 Noon to 5:00 PM, in Conference Room 1 at FoxCare Center in Oneonta. Another Blood Drive is being held at the Gilbertsville-Mount Upton School District, from 2:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., Appointments are available and walk-ins are welcome. Appointments may be made by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS, visiting redcrossblood.org, or using the American Red Cross Blood Donor App.
Chenango County Health Department will hold an Orientation for their Bingocize program, at the Bainbridge Senior Center, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, more information is available at 337-1660.
The Norwich Fire Department responded this morning to a structure fire at 50 Sheldon Street, with possible entrapment on the 2nd floor. Firefighters began to contain the blaze & the one female occupant was removed. The fire was contained to 2 rooms, and no significant structural damage was reported, the fire was under control within minutes. The cause of the fire was from careless misuse of smoking products, no injuries were reported.
The Village of Sidney is facing budgetary issues, following the extended loss of 138 taxable properties since 2006 & 2011, Sidney Village Mayor Ray Baker told WCDO News that the budget increase is 11%, he told WCDO News what steps they are taking:
(Ray Baker 5-1-24)
Mayor Baker Said that the median household is assessed at $65,000, which equates to $140 more per year in taxes for Village property owners on average, he said that they are also looking at selling the properties across from the Golf Course as a way to get more houses on to the tax roles.
The Tri Town Theatre will present the musical "Rent" this weekend at the Sidney High School Auditorium, about a group of people in New York City in the 80's, cast member Yana King visited with WCDO this morning & talked about the show:
(Yana King 5-1-24)
Tickets are available at tritowntheatre.com, the shows will be Friday & Saturday night at 7:30 PM with a Sunday Matinee at 2:00 PM.
US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced the passage of the Fentanyl Eradication and Narcotics Deterrence Act, following the rise in Fentanyl overdoses & deaths, the bill increases the ability to go after the drug traffickers and seizing their assets:
(Gillibrand 5-1-24)
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is 50 times stronger than heroin and cannot be detected by taste, smell, or sight when mixed with other drugs.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-1-24
The Bainbridge Community Center will hold their Open House & Grand Opening Celebration tonight, at 5 Prospect Street in Bainbridge from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, Spokesman Roger Barnhart comments:
(Roger Barnhart 5-1-24)
More information about renting the facility is available by calling Dolores Nabinger at 607-237-9414.
Waste Recovery Enterprises has teamed up again with the Delaware Valley Humane Society in the month of May for the “Heavy Metal Haul-Out”, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga explains:
(Erin Insinga 4-12-24)
The event runs thought the entire month of May, the previous events have resulted in about $8,000 for the Humane Society.
Binghamton Police Department arrested 31 year old Okan Thompson of Binghamton, in connection with a shooting at an apartment at 100 Susquehanna Street on April 27. 5 others were arrested shortly after the incident, Thompson was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Reckless Endangerment and Criminal Possession of a Firearm, he was arraigned and remanded to the Broome County Jail.
A.O. Fox Hospital's FoxCare Center is hosting a blood drive with the American Red Cross today, from 12:00 Noon to 5:00 PM, in Conference Room 1 at FoxCare Center in Oneonta. Another Blood Drive is being held at the Gilbertsville-Mount Upton School District, from 2:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., Appointments are available and walk-ins are welcome. Appointments may be made by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS, visiting redcrossblood.org, or using the American Red Cross Blood Donor App.
Chenango County Health Department will hold an Orientation for their Bingocize program, at the Bainbridge Senior Center, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, more information is available at 337-1660.
WCDO News — Friday 10-20-23
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-20-23
State Police responded Wednesday night to a 1-vehicle crash on County Road 39 in the town of Bainbridge. 39 year old Naqwain Johnson of Schenectady drove his vehicle off the roadway and struck a tree, Sidney EMS responded however, Johnson did not survive, the passenger, 38 year old Shelly Courcelle of Schenectady, was transported to an area Hospital, The investigation is on-going.
28 year old Devon Ireland of Unadilla appeared in Delaware County Court today and was arraigned on a sealed indictment. Ireland was charged with Attempting to endanger the welfare of a child, plus 1st & 2nd degree Attempted Disseminating Indecent Material to Minors & Ireland is a registered sex offender, he was accused of engaging in a sexually explicit online conversation with a person that he believed to be a 14-year-old child, with the intent to engage in sexual activity with the child, he attempted to meet the 14 year old in Masonville, and discovered that the child was actually an adult male using a “decoy” account. Ireland was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $10,000.00 cash bail. The case is scheduled for a conference on October 23, 2023, at 1:00 P.M.
The Appellate Division of the State Supreme Court has ordered a New Trial of Scott Mawhiney of Deposit, who was previously convicted for shooting State Trooper Ryan Thorpe in 2021. Mawhiney's attorney argued that excluding a Psychiatrist testimony in the case regarding Mawhiney's anti-anxiety prescription led to an unjust conviction, a new trial date has not yet been announced.
Sidney Fire Fighters responded this morning to the report of a trailer fire at 50 East Main Street at about 6:00 AM. The trailer was fully involved, all occupants escaped, WCDO News will have more details as they become available.
The process for the new nickname at the Sidney Central School District is in the next phase. The 2nd survey, which allows people to submit their favorite nickname, is now open. The survey will require a person's name, email address, your connection to the Sidney CSD, and the option to select a nickname, Sidney Superintendent Eben Bullock comments:
(Eben Bullock 10-20-23)
The survey link is available on Facebook, and at sidneycsd.org/nicknamechange. The survey will remain open through Tuesday, October 31. Only one submission per email is allowed.
The Jericho Arts Council will have a bluegrass concert and a gallery exhibit Saturday night, Council Spokesman Phil Wade explains:
(Phil Wade 10-20-23)
The concert & Gallery will be at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater, reservations for tickets to see Danny Paisley are available at 607-288-3882.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-20-23
The Binghamton Black Bears next home game will be Saturday Night at the Arena, with a fundraiser coinciding with the game, according to spokesman Brooks Hill:
(Brooks Hill 10-20-23)
Hill said that the jerseys will be auctioned off to raise money for Breast Cancer Awareness, more information about tickets is available at binghamtonblackbears.com
This Saturday night, The Grand Oneonta Opry is coming to Foothills Performing Arts Center at 6:00 PM, with several local acts backed by the Driftwoods. The show is a fundraiser for Helios Care, Director of Development & Marketing Kathryn Dailey comments:
(Kathryn Dailey 10-20-23)
To Purchase tickets, go to helioscare.org/events.
The Tri Town Theater will be performing “The Music Man” at the Sidney High School Stage starting tonight, continuing on Saturday Night & Sunday Afternoon, performers George Wells commented about the show:
(George Wells 10-20-23)
Tickets for all of the performances can be purchased at tritown.booktix.com.
The Oxtober Festival will take place from 10 am. to 4 pm. on Sunday, October 22, at LaFayette Park in Oxford. Activities include pumpkin carvings, a scarecrow contest, music from the Nate Gross Band, food trucks, a kid zone, vendors and more. The events was rescheduled after it was postponed earlier this month due to inclement weather.
State Police responded Wednesday night to a 1-vehicle crash on County Road 39 in the town of Bainbridge. 39 year old Naqwain Johnson of Schenectady drove his vehicle off the roadway and struck a tree, Sidney EMS responded however, Johnson did not survive, the passenger, 38 year old Shelly Courcelle of Schenectady, was transported to an area Hospital, The investigation is on-going.
28 year old Devon Ireland of Unadilla appeared in Delaware County Court today and was arraigned on a sealed indictment. Ireland was charged with Attempting to endanger the welfare of a child, plus 1st & 2nd degree Attempted Disseminating Indecent Material to Minors & Ireland is a registered sex offender, he was accused of engaging in a sexually explicit online conversation with a person that he believed to be a 14-year-old child, with the intent to engage in sexual activity with the child, he attempted to meet the 14 year old in Masonville, and discovered that the child was actually an adult male using a “decoy” account. Ireland was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $10,000.00 cash bail. The case is scheduled for a conference on October 23, 2023, at 1:00 P.M.
The Appellate Division of the State Supreme Court has ordered a New Trial of Scott Mawhiney of Deposit, who was previously convicted for shooting State Trooper Ryan Thorpe in 2021. Mawhiney's attorney argued that excluding a Psychiatrist testimony in the case regarding Mawhiney's anti-anxiety prescription led to an unjust conviction, a new trial date has not yet been announced.
Sidney Fire Fighters responded this morning to the report of a trailer fire at 50 East Main Street at about 6:00 AM. The trailer was fully involved, all occupants escaped, WCDO News will have more details as they become available.
The process for the new nickname at the Sidney Central School District is in the next phase. The 2nd survey, which allows people to submit their favorite nickname, is now open. The survey will require a person's name, email address, your connection to the Sidney CSD, and the option to select a nickname, Sidney Superintendent Eben Bullock comments:
(Eben Bullock 10-20-23)
The survey link is available on Facebook, and at sidneycsd.org/nicknamechange. The survey will remain open through Tuesday, October 31. Only one submission per email is allowed.
The Jericho Arts Council will have a bluegrass concert and a gallery exhibit Saturday night, Council Spokesman Phil Wade explains:
(Phil Wade 10-20-23)
The concert & Gallery will be at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater, reservations for tickets to see Danny Paisley are available at 607-288-3882.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-20-23
The Binghamton Black Bears next home game will be Saturday Night at the Arena, with a fundraiser coinciding with the game, according to spokesman Brooks Hill:
(Brooks Hill 10-20-23)
Hill said that the jerseys will be auctioned off to raise money for Breast Cancer Awareness, more information about tickets is available at binghamtonblackbears.com
This Saturday night, The Grand Oneonta Opry is coming to Foothills Performing Arts Center at 6:00 PM, with several local acts backed by the Driftwoods. The show is a fundraiser for Helios Care, Director of Development & Marketing Kathryn Dailey comments:
(Kathryn Dailey 10-20-23)
To Purchase tickets, go to helioscare.org/events.
The Tri Town Theater will be performing “The Music Man” at the Sidney High School Stage starting tonight, continuing on Saturday Night & Sunday Afternoon, performers George Wells commented about the show:
(George Wells 10-20-23)
Tickets for all of the performances can be purchased at tritown.booktix.com.
The Oxtober Festival will take place from 10 am. to 4 pm. on Sunday, October 22, at LaFayette Park in Oxford. Activities include pumpkin carvings, a scarecrow contest, music from the Nate Gross Band, food trucks, a kid zone, vendors and more. The events was rescheduled after it was postponed earlier this month due to inclement weather.
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WCDO News — Wednesday 5-11-22
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-11-22
The Binghamton Police Department announced the arrested of 28 year old Justin Williams of Greenville North Carolina in connection with a fatal shooting at 58 Floral Avenue Tuesday morning. Williams was charged with 2nd degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon for the shooting death of 31-year-old Victor Texidor of Binghamton. Williams was stopped by a Pennsylvania State Trooper who spotted Williams Vehicle on Interstate 81 near Gibson. Williams was arraigned in Binghamton City Court and remanded to the Broome County Jail. Anyone with information is asked to contact Binghamton detectives at 607-772-7080.
The Delaware County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of 46 year old Gweyn Brockway of Davenport on charges of Forgery and Grand Larceny in the Town of Sidney. Brockway was working as a Home Health Care nurse, she was accused of stealing, forging and depositing checks owned by a patient and her family, totaling over $17,000. Brockway and charged her with 21 counts of Forgery and 1 Count of Grand Larceny, she was issued appearance tickets for Town of Sidney Court at a later date.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced that she will vote in favor to codify the Roe Vs. Wade Supreme Court decision, when it comes up for a vote today:
(Gillibrand 5-11-22)
Senator Gillibrand said that she doesn't expect that the legislation will pass the 60 vote threshold in the Senate today, she said that she supports the State Legislature's efforts to have New York State continue to allow for Abortions in spite of the expected Supreme Court's actions.
Catholic Charities announced another Community Mass Food Distribution on May 24th at 11:00 AM at the River Street Fire Station in Sidney, spokesperson Penny McKnight told WCDO News that volunteers are needed on the 24th:
(Penny McKnight 5-11-22)
Those planning on attending the Mass Food Distribution are asked to not arrive before the 11:00 AM start time, in order to avoid traffic issues & large crowds.
New Yorkers will have to wait until August to vote in the primary elections for Congressional Seats and State Senate Seats, following a a ruling by U.S. District Judge Gary Sharpe of Albany on Tuesday. The Primaries for governor and the state Assembly are still scheduled for June. A state judge and an independent expert are now drawing up new maps, which were ordered after a judge ruled that Democrats gerrymandered the maps to get more representation & ordered new maps be drawn.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 5-11-22
Antonio Delgado announced today that the Delgado for New York campaign committee is officially open, with a new campaign website, delgadoforny.com. Delgado will be on the ticket with Governor Hochul in the June 28th primary and the November 8th general election. Delgado has until June 1st to formally resign from Congress, to then allow another Democratic Party Candidate to run for the 19th Congressional District, The primary for that race will be in August.
STATE POLICE Troop C Commander officer, Major Jeffrey VanAuken, announced that In the month of April members from Troop "C" removed 46 impaired drivers off the roadways. Troop "C" encompasses 7 counties, including Broome, Chenango, Delaware & Otsego Counties.
The Great New York State Fair will ban outdoor smoking except in designated areas starting this summer. Smoking is already prohibited inside buildings on the fairgrounds and at the Chevy Court and Chevy Park venues. The new policy only covers the NYS Fair, and smoking rules for non-fair events may vary.
The Binghamton Police Department announced the arrested of 28 year old Justin Williams of Greenville North Carolina in connection with a fatal shooting at 58 Floral Avenue Tuesday morning. Williams was charged with 2nd degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon for the shooting death of 31-year-old Victor Texidor of Binghamton. Williams was stopped by a Pennsylvania State Trooper who spotted Williams Vehicle on Interstate 81 near Gibson. Williams was arraigned in Binghamton City Court and remanded to the Broome County Jail. Anyone with information is asked to contact Binghamton detectives at 607-772-7080.
The Delaware County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of 46 year old Gweyn Brockway of Davenport on charges of Forgery and Grand Larceny in the Town of Sidney. Brockway was working as a Home Health Care nurse, she was accused of stealing, forging and depositing checks owned by a patient and her family, totaling over $17,000. Brockway and charged her with 21 counts of Forgery and 1 Count of Grand Larceny, she was issued appearance tickets for Town of Sidney Court at a later date.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced that she will vote in favor to codify the Roe Vs. Wade Supreme Court decision, when it comes up for a vote today:
(Gillibrand 5-11-22)
Senator Gillibrand said that she doesn't expect that the legislation will pass the 60 vote threshold in the Senate today, she said that she supports the State Legislature's efforts to have New York State continue to allow for Abortions in spite of the expected Supreme Court's actions.
Catholic Charities announced another Community Mass Food Distribution on May 24th at 11:00 AM at the River Street Fire Station in Sidney, spokesperson Penny McKnight told WCDO News that volunteers are needed on the 24th:
(Penny McKnight 5-11-22)
Those planning on attending the Mass Food Distribution are asked to not arrive before the 11:00 AM start time, in order to avoid traffic issues & large crowds.
New Yorkers will have to wait until August to vote in the primary elections for Congressional Seats and State Senate Seats, following a a ruling by U.S. District Judge Gary Sharpe of Albany on Tuesday. The Primaries for governor and the state Assembly are still scheduled for June. A state judge and an independent expert are now drawing up new maps, which were ordered after a judge ruled that Democrats gerrymandered the maps to get more representation & ordered new maps be drawn.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 5-11-22
Antonio Delgado announced today that the Delgado for New York campaign committee is officially open, with a new campaign website, delgadoforny.com. Delgado will be on the ticket with Governor Hochul in the June 28th primary and the November 8th general election. Delgado has until June 1st to formally resign from Congress, to then allow another Democratic Party Candidate to run for the 19th Congressional District, The primary for that race will be in August.
STATE POLICE Troop C Commander officer, Major Jeffrey VanAuken, announced that In the month of April members from Troop "C" removed 46 impaired drivers off the roadways. Troop "C" encompasses 7 counties, including Broome, Chenango, Delaware & Otsego Counties.
The Great New York State Fair will ban outdoor smoking except in designated areas starting this summer. Smoking is already prohibited inside buildings on the fairgrounds and at the Chevy Court and Chevy Park venues. The new policy only covers the NYS Fair, and smoking rules for non-fair events may vary.
WCDO News — Friday 5-17-19
Ernest Franklin of Mount Upton is seeking a retrial, after
being found guilty of murdering his special needs stepson Jeffrey, and setting
fire to the family residence to cover up the murder. Franklin was due to be sentenced in Chenango
County for the murder arson & tampering with physical evidence charges when
the motion for a retrial was filed.
Ernest Franklin's wife Heather pleaded guilty to manslaughter, arson and
evidence tampering for her role in the case.
The Chenango County Sheriff's Department announced 18 year
old Cody Coleman has been charged with 2nd degree murder & criminal
possession of a weapon, in connection with the death of 16 year old Amelia
Wakefield in Smithville on May 3rd.
Coleman was being held on a probation violation in the Chenango County
Jail since the May 3rd fatal shooting of Wakefield, he was returned to the Jail
without bail after an indictment was unsealed this afternoon in Chenango County
Court.
SUNY Delhi will hold its 102nd annual commencement at 10
a.m. Saturday. About 800 students will graduate with certificates and
associate, bachelors, and master's degrees, according to a media release. The ceremony will be held at the track and
field facility on campus. The latest information will be available on the
college website at www.delhi.edu.
The Hartwick College Commencement Ceremony will be held
tomorrow, May 18th on the campus.
Seniors will assemble by 10:00 AM; the ceremony will begin at 11:30 AM
at Elmore Field.
The Fagan Flyers Fly In Breakfast at the Sidney Municipal
Airport will be held this Sunday. the
event will run from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, there will be plane rides, displays,
craft vendors & demonstrations by LifeNet.
“Help After Loss”
will host the “Halos Memory Run/Walk on Sunday from 12:00 to 6:00 PM at the
Greenlawn Elementary School Track in Bainbridge. Anyone who has experienced loss can
participate and register at form.jotform.com.
more information is available at helpafterloss.com or call
607-240-1550. An Event Page is also
available at facebook.com/events
This Sunday, Delaware County Public Health will be holding
a free Car Seat Safety Event at Delaware Valley Hospital in Walton, from 12:00
Noon until 2:00 PM. 75% of children are
riding in car seat that are not properly installed or do not fit
correctly. Parents and caregivers can
have their child’s car seat checked at no cost by certified child safety seat
technicians. This free event will educate
parents and caregivers on proper car seat installation and use. Car seats which
do not meet the Federal Motor Safety Standard may be replaced. Be sure to bring your child/children to the
event and expectant parents are also welcome.
In April, the number of private sector jobs in New York
State grew by 24,600, or 0.3%, to 8,300,500, a new, all-time high, according to
preliminary figures released by the State Department of Labor. New York’s statewide
unemployment rate was at 3.9% in April.
Chenango County Habitat for Humanity has 2 upcoming
fundraisers. The 1st is a 2-day Habitat
Yard Sale today from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM & Saturday, from 9:00 AM to 1:00
PM, at 16 North Canal Street in Oxford.
The 2nd fundraiser will be the annual Habitat Yard and Bake Sale on
Friday, May 24th at 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and on Saturday, May 25th from 9:00 AM
to 1:00 PM near Fred's Inn, at 5157 State Highway 12 south of Norwich. More information is available at 843-6249.
The village of Unadilla will be holding their annual metal
pick-up today between hours of 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. NO RUBBER, PLASTIC, GLASS, OIL, PAINT OR
OTHER LIQUID WASTE WILL BE PICKED-UP & that includes Freon which would be
in refrigerators, or air conditioners. Metals must be placed at curb by 7:00
am; more information is available at 369-3421.
The Sidney Rotary Club will hold their next Membership night
tonight at the Sidney American Legion at 22 Union Street. The event will begin at 5:00 PM.
Senator Fred Akshar will be hosting his 32nd “Face Time With
Fred” town hall meeting on tomorrow from 1:30pm - 3:00pm at the Hillcrest Fire
Department in Hillcrest. Community members are invited to attend the informal
meetings to discuss important state and local issues.
Destination Oneonta's Fabulous Friday Event will be held
today on Main Street from 5:30 to 8:00 PM.
The event will feature Tom & Doug's Cruise In & Music From Off
the Record.
being found guilty of murdering his special needs stepson Jeffrey, and setting
fire to the family residence to cover up the murder. Franklin was due to be sentenced in Chenango
County for the murder arson & tampering with physical evidence charges when
the motion for a retrial was filed.
Ernest Franklin's wife Heather pleaded guilty to manslaughter, arson and
evidence tampering for her role in the case.
The Chenango County Sheriff's Department announced 18 year
old Cody Coleman has been charged with 2nd degree murder & criminal
possession of a weapon, in connection with the death of 16 year old Amelia
Wakefield in Smithville on May 3rd.
Coleman was being held on a probation violation in the Chenango County
Jail since the May 3rd fatal shooting of Wakefield, he was returned to the Jail
without bail after an indictment was unsealed this afternoon in Chenango County
Court.
SUNY Delhi will hold its 102nd annual commencement at 10
a.m. Saturday. About 800 students will graduate with certificates and
associate, bachelors, and master's degrees, according to a media release. The ceremony will be held at the track and
field facility on campus. The latest information will be available on the
college website at www.delhi.edu.
The Hartwick College Commencement Ceremony will be held
tomorrow, May 18th on the campus.
Seniors will assemble by 10:00 AM; the ceremony will begin at 11:30 AM
at Elmore Field.
The Fagan Flyers Fly In Breakfast at the Sidney Municipal
Airport will be held this Sunday. the
event will run from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, there will be plane rides, displays,
craft vendors & demonstrations by LifeNet.
“Help After Loss”
will host the “Halos Memory Run/Walk on Sunday from 12:00 to 6:00 PM at the
Greenlawn Elementary School Track in Bainbridge. Anyone who has experienced loss can
participate and register at form.jotform.com.
more information is available at helpafterloss.com or call
607-240-1550. An Event Page is also
available at facebook.com/events
This Sunday, Delaware County Public Health will be holding
a free Car Seat Safety Event at Delaware Valley Hospital in Walton, from 12:00
Noon until 2:00 PM. 75% of children are
riding in car seat that are not properly installed or do not fit
correctly. Parents and caregivers can
have their child’s car seat checked at no cost by certified child safety seat
technicians. This free event will educate
parents and caregivers on proper car seat installation and use. Car seats which
do not meet the Federal Motor Safety Standard may be replaced. Be sure to bring your child/children to the
event and expectant parents are also welcome.
In April, the number of private sector jobs in New York
State grew by 24,600, or 0.3%, to 8,300,500, a new, all-time high, according to
preliminary figures released by the State Department of Labor. New York’s statewide
unemployment rate was at 3.9% in April.
Chenango County Habitat for Humanity has 2 upcoming
fundraisers. The 1st is a 2-day Habitat
Yard Sale today from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM & Saturday, from 9:00 AM to 1:00
PM, at 16 North Canal Street in Oxford.
The 2nd fundraiser will be the annual Habitat Yard and Bake Sale on
Friday, May 24th at 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and on Saturday, May 25th from 9:00 AM
to 1:00 PM near Fred's Inn, at 5157 State Highway 12 south of Norwich. More information is available at 843-6249.
The village of Unadilla will be holding their annual metal
pick-up today between hours of 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. NO RUBBER, PLASTIC, GLASS, OIL, PAINT OR
OTHER LIQUID WASTE WILL BE PICKED-UP & that includes Freon which would be
in refrigerators, or air conditioners. Metals must be placed at curb by 7:00
am; more information is available at 369-3421.
The Sidney Rotary Club will hold their next Membership night
tonight at the Sidney American Legion at 22 Union Street. The event will begin at 5:00 PM.
Senator Fred Akshar will be hosting his 32nd “Face Time With
Fred” town hall meeting on tomorrow from 1:30pm - 3:00pm at the Hillcrest Fire
Department in Hillcrest. Community members are invited to attend the informal
meetings to discuss important state and local issues.
Destination Oneonta's Fabulous Friday Event will be held
today on Main Street from 5:30 to 8:00 PM.
The event will feature Tom & Doug's Cruise In & Music From Off
the Record.
WCDO News — Friday 4-26-19
33 Year Old Kevin Wilcox of Harpursville has been indicted
on 15 counts in connection with an incident in Binghamton March 11th, where he
lost control of his vehicle & struck 16 year old Harper Stantz & 19
year old Britney Laserinko, while allegedly impaired by drugs. Stantz died from
the injuries sustained from the incident, Laserinko suffered multiple
fractures, and Wilcox will be arraigned on the indictment in Broome county
Court at a later date.
The Broome County Sheriff's Department responded Wednesday
afternoon to Otsiningo Park in the Town of Dickinson, for the report of an
armed robbery. 18 year old Zackary
Pound of Port Dickinson claimed he was held at gunpoint by unknown males and
forced into a vehicle, it was determined
that a robbery did not take place and the incident was actually an unsuccessful
marijuana drug deal. Pound was charged
with making a false written statement and processed at the Sheriff’s Office and
released. He is to appear in the Town of Dickinson Court on a later date to
answer the charge. The investigation is ongoing.
The 17th Annual Delaware County Relay For Life will be held
tomorrow at the County Fair Grounds in Walton starting at 11:00 AM. American Cancer Society Spokesperson Heather
Brewster explains where the money raised at these events goes:
(Heather Brewster 4-26-19)
This year's theme is "Cruising For A Cure" &
will include a Classic Car & Motorcycle show; Organizers hope to raise
$50,000 with this year’s effort.
The Village of Sidney held its annual Arbor Day Celebration
today at the Walking Trail Pavilion in Keith Clark Park beginning at 10:00am. Shade Tree Commission Chairperson Lorrie
Roach explains:
(Lori Roach 4-26-19)
Roach said that a limited number of young sapling trees were
also distributed.
Earth Day Southern Tier and Binghamton Regional Sustainability
Coalition will hold its 30th annual Earth Fest on Sunday at the SUNY Broome
Student Center Gym from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
The festival will feature 35 Earth-friendly exhibitors and vendors; more
information is available at earthdaysoutherntier.org/earth-fest.
The Opening day of the “Regatta Row 2019 – Street Art Fest”
will be this Saturday from 2:00 to 4:30 PM in Bainbridge, spokesperson Nancy
Kitchen comments:
(Nancy Kitchen 4-26-19)
The Live Art Auction will be held on Saturday May 25, at the
General Clinton Canoe regatta in the big tent at 5:30 PM. Interested purchasers can bid in advance
online at jerichoarts.com/regatta-row-2019.
The 40th Annual Jericho Arts Fine Arts Show will be held
from Saturday through May 4th, in the Gallery on the 2nd floor at the
Bainbridge Town Hall. Show organizer
Elise Craver explains:
(Elise Craver 4-26-19)
More information is available at 208-5037 or
jerichoarts.com/fine-arts-show.
The Annual Unadilla Chamber of Commerce Dinner will be held
on Sunday at the Unadilla Methodist Church.
This year, the Chamber will be honoring The Meeting Place & Owner
Dwight Mott as Business of the Year and George DeNys (Denies) as the Commitment
to Community recipient.
The Annual Oxford Arbor Day celebration will be held
tomorrow, they will be awarded as a "Tree City USA" for the 33rd time
at the event at 9:00 AM at the bandstand in Lafayette Park. More information is available at
treeboard.oxfordny.com.
The Sidney Moose Lodge is holding a fundraiser for The
McClancy Family that lost their possessions in a fire on East Main Street in
Sidney Earlier this year. The Fundraiser
will be held at the Moose Lodge Saturday from 3:00 to 9:00 PM.
The Firefighters Association of
the State of New York announced that many fire departments around the State are
participating in the annual "Recruit New York" event this
weekend. The number of people
volunteering for their local fire departments & emergency squads has been
decreasing in recent, & people are encouraged to attend a Recruit NY event this
weekend at their nearest Fire Department.
The list of participating fore departments can be found at
recruitny.org/participation-area.
The 7th annual Cider Run will be held on Saturday at the Fly
Creek Cider Mill. This year's event
features a 10K run, 5K run, 5K walk, and kids' fun run, with proceeds to
benefit the Susquehanna SPCA. More
information is available at 547-8111.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held in Sidney
today, at the AO Fox Hospital Tri Town Campus in Sidney in Conference Room
N-112. The Blood Drive will run from 1:30 to 6:30 PM, Appointments are
requested at 1-800-RED CROSS or at redcrossblood.org.
Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre
& Gallery Present the B-G Blues Jazz Band opening for the Fabulous
Moonlighters tonight at 7:00 pm. Tickets
are available at the Box Office, to reserve tickets, call 607-288-3882
The Oneonta Arbor Day Celebration will be held this morning,
starting at 9:30 AM at the Swart Wilcox Historical Park on Wilcox Avenue. The event will include an Arbor Day Tree
Planting Ceremony & the 33rd designation of Oneonta as a "Tree City
USA", the event is open to the public.
The Family Resource Network will present a discussion today
at the Southern Tier Independence Center at 135 East Frederick Street in
Binghamton, regarding Special Needs Children, Spokesperson Robin Piefer
explains:
(Robin Piefer 4-22-19)
More information is available at familyrn.org or at
432-0001.
on 15 counts in connection with an incident in Binghamton March 11th, where he
lost control of his vehicle & struck 16 year old Harper Stantz & 19
year old Britney Laserinko, while allegedly impaired by drugs. Stantz died from
the injuries sustained from the incident, Laserinko suffered multiple
fractures, and Wilcox will be arraigned on the indictment in Broome county
Court at a later date.
The Broome County Sheriff's Department responded Wednesday
afternoon to Otsiningo Park in the Town of Dickinson, for the report of an
armed robbery. 18 year old Zackary
Pound of Port Dickinson claimed he was held at gunpoint by unknown males and
forced into a vehicle, it was determined
that a robbery did not take place and the incident was actually an unsuccessful
marijuana drug deal. Pound was charged
with making a false written statement and processed at the Sheriff’s Office and
released. He is to appear in the Town of Dickinson Court on a later date to
answer the charge. The investigation is ongoing.
The 17th Annual Delaware County Relay For Life will be held
tomorrow at the County Fair Grounds in Walton starting at 11:00 AM. American Cancer Society Spokesperson Heather
Brewster explains where the money raised at these events goes:
(Heather Brewster 4-26-19)
This year's theme is "Cruising For A Cure" &
will include a Classic Car & Motorcycle show; Organizers hope to raise
$50,000 with this year’s effort.
The Village of Sidney held its annual Arbor Day Celebration
today at the Walking Trail Pavilion in Keith Clark Park beginning at 10:00am. Shade Tree Commission Chairperson Lorrie
Roach explains:
(Lori Roach 4-26-19)
Roach said that a limited number of young sapling trees were
also distributed.
Earth Day Southern Tier and Binghamton Regional Sustainability
Coalition will hold its 30th annual Earth Fest on Sunday at the SUNY Broome
Student Center Gym from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
The festival will feature 35 Earth-friendly exhibitors and vendors; more
information is available at earthdaysoutherntier.org/earth-fest.
The Opening day of the “Regatta Row 2019 – Street Art Fest”
will be this Saturday from 2:00 to 4:30 PM in Bainbridge, spokesperson Nancy
Kitchen comments:
(Nancy Kitchen 4-26-19)
The Live Art Auction will be held on Saturday May 25, at the
General Clinton Canoe regatta in the big tent at 5:30 PM. Interested purchasers can bid in advance
online at jerichoarts.com/regatta-row-2019.
The 40th Annual Jericho Arts Fine Arts Show will be held
from Saturday through May 4th, in the Gallery on the 2nd floor at the
Bainbridge Town Hall. Show organizer
Elise Craver explains:
(Elise Craver 4-26-19)
More information is available at 208-5037 or
jerichoarts.com/fine-arts-show.
The Annual Unadilla Chamber of Commerce Dinner will be held
on Sunday at the Unadilla Methodist Church.
This year, the Chamber will be honoring The Meeting Place & Owner
Dwight Mott as Business of the Year and George DeNys (Denies) as the Commitment
to Community recipient.
The Annual Oxford Arbor Day celebration will be held
tomorrow, they will be awarded as a "Tree City USA" for the 33rd time
at the event at 9:00 AM at the bandstand in Lafayette Park. More information is available at
treeboard.oxfordny.com.
The Sidney Moose Lodge is holding a fundraiser for The
McClancy Family that lost their possessions in a fire on East Main Street in
Sidney Earlier this year. The Fundraiser
will be held at the Moose Lodge Saturday from 3:00 to 9:00 PM.
The Firefighters Association of
the State of New York announced that many fire departments around the State are
participating in the annual "Recruit New York" event this
weekend. The number of people
volunteering for their local fire departments & emergency squads has been
decreasing in recent, & people are encouraged to attend a Recruit NY event this
weekend at their nearest Fire Department.
The list of participating fore departments can be found at
recruitny.org/participation-area.
The 7th annual Cider Run will be held on Saturday at the Fly
Creek Cider Mill. This year's event
features a 10K run, 5K run, 5K walk, and kids' fun run, with proceeds to
benefit the Susquehanna SPCA. More
information is available at 547-8111.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held in Sidney
today, at the AO Fox Hospital Tri Town Campus in Sidney in Conference Room
N-112. The Blood Drive will run from 1:30 to 6:30 PM, Appointments are
requested at 1-800-RED CROSS or at redcrossblood.org.
Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre
& Gallery Present the B-G Blues Jazz Band opening for the Fabulous
Moonlighters tonight at 7:00 pm. Tickets
are available at the Box Office, to reserve tickets, call 607-288-3882
The Oneonta Arbor Day Celebration will be held this morning,
starting at 9:30 AM at the Swart Wilcox Historical Park on Wilcox Avenue. The event will include an Arbor Day Tree
Planting Ceremony & the 33rd designation of Oneonta as a "Tree City
USA", the event is open to the public.
The Family Resource Network will present a discussion today
at the Southern Tier Independence Center at 135 East Frederick Street in
Binghamton, regarding Special Needs Children, Spokesperson Robin Piefer
explains:
(Robin Piefer 4-22-19)
More information is available at familyrn.org or at
432-0001.
WCDO News — Friday 12-7-18
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-7-18
State police are asking for the public's help in locating 39 year old James Sitts of Oneonta, who is wanted in connection with a grand larceny investigation. Sitts is described as a white male, 5 feet 10 inches tall, 165 pounds with brown hair, blue eyes and a beard, he has several distinctive tattoos on his neck and right arm, his last known address was in the Lantern Hill Trailer Park in Oneonta. Anyone with information is asked to call state police at (607) 561-7400.
Federal law Enforcement officials arrested 41 year old Justin Hobbie of Springfield, on child pornography charges. Hobbie was working as a physical education teacher & was formerly a girls’ soccer coach in the Cooperstown School District. District officials alerted parents of the arrest this morning, they did not believe that any incident involving a Cooperstown Student occurred, the investigation is continuing.
60 year old Lynn Beilby of South New Berlin has been charged with animal abuse, for allegedly torturing an animal and failing to provide sustenance to an animal. Beilby is scheduled to appear in the Town of Morris Court on January 14th to answer to the charges.
The Delaware County Historical Association will host its inaugural Christmas Fair on Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The event is free & open to the public, more information is available at 746-3849 or e-mail dcha@delhi.net
The Village of Franklin will hold their annual Christmas celebration tomorrow. Events will include a Library Book Sale, Grandma’s Pantry will be open from 11:00 to 3:00 at the Methodist Church, and the annual Holiday Market will run from 12:00 to 4:00 at the Fire House, pictures with Santa Claus will begin at 6:00 PM, also at the Fire House.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce announces a variety of events to be held Saturday. The highlight will be a parade starting at 5:00 PM, there will also be a library open house from 4:00 to 7:00 PM, and carolers, and after the parade be sure to go to the Episcopal Church (with red doors) for your photos with Santa.
State Police arrested 37 year old Michael Collins of Butternuts, for Unlawful Imprisonment, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing and Criminal Mischief, after Troopers were dispatched to a residence on Wilbur Hill Road in the town of Butternuts for a domestic dispute. After an investigation, troopers determined that Collins and a victim were involved in an argument that turned physical, where Collins is accused of choking, taking a phone away when the victim attempted to call for help and not allowing the victim to leave. Collins was arraigned in the town of Butternuts Court where he was released on his own recognizance. The judge issued an order of protection to the victim.
The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage and they are hosting 3 blood drives today. In Oneonta, a blood drive is being held at SUNY Oneonta from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 PM, one is being held in Cooperstown from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Clark's Sports Center, & another is being held in Morris from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Zion Episcopal Church on Main Street. Blood donors of all blood types, especially type O, and platelet donors are urged to make an appointment to donate at RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS
The Unadilla Rotary Club & the Unadilla Chamber of Commerce will be presenting the Annual Santa Saturday in Unadilla, with Events being held at the Bauer Community Center at 246 Main Street, from 1:30 to 4:00 pm. Santa will arrive by Fire Truck at 3:00 pm. The parade will form at 2:30 on Sperry Street, off Clifton Street and proceed down Main Street to the Community Center. The Unadilla Rotary Club will have their annual basket raffle fundraiser with ticket winners announced. The Unadilla Public Library will be showing Classic Christmas Movies.
Delaware & Ulster Rail Road is participating in the 2018 Delaware County Toys for Tots campaign and passengers can ride the Silver Sleigh on Sunday, in exchange for a new, unwrapped toy that will be delivered to a Delaware County child in time for Christmas! For departure times and more information visit durr.org.
State police are asking for the public's help in locating 39 year old James Sitts of Oneonta, who is wanted in connection with a grand larceny investigation. Sitts is described as a white male, 5 feet 10 inches tall, 165 pounds with brown hair, blue eyes and a beard, he has several distinctive tattoos on his neck and right arm, his last known address was in the Lantern Hill Trailer Park in Oneonta. Anyone with information is asked to call state police at (607) 561-7400.
Federal law Enforcement officials arrested 41 year old Justin Hobbie of Springfield, on child pornography charges. Hobbie was working as a physical education teacher & was formerly a girls’ soccer coach in the Cooperstown School District. District officials alerted parents of the arrest this morning, they did not believe that any incident involving a Cooperstown Student occurred, the investigation is continuing.
60 year old Lynn Beilby of South New Berlin has been charged with animal abuse, for allegedly torturing an animal and failing to provide sustenance to an animal. Beilby is scheduled to appear in the Town of Morris Court on January 14th to answer to the charges.
The Delaware County Historical Association will host its inaugural Christmas Fair on Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The event is free & open to the public, more information is available at 746-3849 or e-mail dcha@delhi.net
The Village of Franklin will hold their annual Christmas celebration tomorrow. Events will include a Library Book Sale, Grandma’s Pantry will be open from 11:00 to 3:00 at the Methodist Church, and the annual Holiday Market will run from 12:00 to 4:00 at the Fire House, pictures with Santa Claus will begin at 6:00 PM, also at the Fire House.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce announces a variety of events to be held Saturday. The highlight will be a parade starting at 5:00 PM, there will also be a library open house from 4:00 to 7:00 PM, and carolers, and after the parade be sure to go to the Episcopal Church (with red doors) for your photos with Santa.
State Police arrested 37 year old Michael Collins of Butternuts, for Unlawful Imprisonment, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing and Criminal Mischief, after Troopers were dispatched to a residence on Wilbur Hill Road in the town of Butternuts for a domestic dispute. After an investigation, troopers determined that Collins and a victim were involved in an argument that turned physical, where Collins is accused of choking, taking a phone away when the victim attempted to call for help and not allowing the victim to leave. Collins was arraigned in the town of Butternuts Court where he was released on his own recognizance. The judge issued an order of protection to the victim.
The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage and they are hosting 3 blood drives today. In Oneonta, a blood drive is being held at SUNY Oneonta from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 PM, one is being held in Cooperstown from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Clark's Sports Center, & another is being held in Morris from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Zion Episcopal Church on Main Street. Blood donors of all blood types, especially type O, and platelet donors are urged to make an appointment to donate at RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS
The Unadilla Rotary Club & the Unadilla Chamber of Commerce will be presenting the Annual Santa Saturday in Unadilla, with Events being held at the Bauer Community Center at 246 Main Street, from 1:30 to 4:00 pm. Santa will arrive by Fire Truck at 3:00 pm. The parade will form at 2:30 on Sperry Street, off Clifton Street and proceed down Main Street to the Community Center. The Unadilla Rotary Club will have their annual basket raffle fundraiser with ticket winners announced. The Unadilla Public Library will be showing Classic Christmas Movies.
Delaware & Ulster Rail Road is participating in the 2018 Delaware County Toys for Tots campaign and passengers can ride the Silver Sleigh on Sunday, in exchange for a new, unwrapped toy that will be delivered to a Delaware County child in time for Christmas! For departure times and more information visit durr.org.
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