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New Yorkers will vote on School Budgets in New York State Tuesday, as well as Board of Education seats, school bus purchases or other ancillary costs associated with education. Sidney Superintendent Eben Bullock told WCDO News about their 35.5 Million Dollar Budget with 0% tax levy increase:

(Eben Bullock 5-18-26)

Voting will be at the Sidney High School from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Bainbridge Guilford Superintendent Tim Ryan told WCDO News that they had to deal with a $1 Million dollar gap before sending the proposal to voters:

(TIM RYAN 5-18-26)

The BG total budget is 26.9 Million dollars, the Tax Levy Increase is 1.59% Voting will be at the Greenlawn & Guilford Elementary school buildings. In the Unatego School District, Dr. Dave Richards told WCDO about their budget:

(Dr Dave Richards -18-26)

Voting for Unatego area residents will be from 12:00 to 8:00 PM at the Jr. Sr. High school.

Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 22 year old Jordan Kratochvil of Laurens, for Criminal Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Imprisonment, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Assault & menacing following an investigation into a physical domestic dispute with a firearm in Laurens. Deputies determined that Kratochvil struck the female victim multiple times in the head with an 8 month old child present, he unlawfully locked the victims inside their residence, and threatened to use a loaded semi-automatic rifle against them and others, he surrendered himself to Deputies and he was processed and turned over to Otsego County Corrections pending Arraignment

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 11-7-25

State Police are continuing the investigation into a shooting on the SUNY Morrisville Campus Monday, where a 20 year old man who was not a student was shot in the neck. The victim was taken to a Syracuse area Hospital, no arrests have been made, The preliminary investigation into the shooting has determined that this was an isolated dispute between people who were familiar with each other. The investigation remains active, and State Police are working closely with our state and local law enforcement partners.

Commerce Chenango will hold their next "Business After Hours" event on Monday, at the New York State Veterans Home in Oxford. The event runs from 4:30 to 6:00 PM to coincide with Veteran's Day the following day.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 11-7-25

State Police arrested 20 year old Ashton Pratt and 30 year old Amy Mills both of Glen Aubrey, for 1st & 2nd Degree Assault, NY, on Tuesday, Troopers responded to a stabbing on State Route 26 in the town of Nanticoke, where a road rage incident between 2 vehicles escalated into a violent altercation, resulting in a 40-year-old male victim being stabbed. The victim reported that a male and female exited their vehicle, Mills is accused of grabbing the victim by his sweatshirt, while Pratt is accused of stabbing the victim in the upper body, they fled the area, The victim was transported to Wilson Hospital for treatment; his injuries are not considered life-threatening. Through a collaborative effort among multiple State Police units, both suspects were located on Wednesday and were taken into custody without incident. Pratt and Mills were processed and transported to the Broome County Correctional Facility for Arraignment, The investigation is ongoing.

The Bainbridge Guilford Central School District will host their 10th annual Veterans breakfast today, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan explains:

(Tim Ryan 11-7-25)

Ryan said that they are prepared to welcome about 150 veterans to participate in the annual breakfast this morning at 8:30 at the Greenlawn Elementary school in Bainbridge.

The Bainbridge Girl Scouts Community giveaway days begin today, where people can donate gently used items & drop them off this afternoon between 3:30 and 6:30 at Greenlawn elementary school in Bainbridge. On Saturday, the public can come in & take things for free from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. More information is available at 607-267-2378.

The Bainbridge Guilford Central school District will host their 10th annual Veterans breakfast this Friday, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan explains:

(Tim Ryan 11-3-25)

RSVP's are requested by Wednesday by calling Kelly at 607-967-6321.

Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango County is holding their annual Light Up A Life Ornament sale, Spokesperson Sarah Green explains:

(Sarah Green 11-3-25)

The Annual Light Up A Life Ceremony will be held this year on December 3rd at the Jewish Center of Norwich at 72 South Broad Street.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-3-25

60 year old Ann Affolder of Binghamton, was arrested after she struck multiple trick-or-treaters with her vehicle on Halloween in the Town of Chenango on South Morningside Drive. Deputies & 1st responders found the vehicle with an adult male still trapped underneath, 1st responders were able to successfully extricate the victim, 4 victims were injured, 3 were transported to Wilson Hospital. The investigation revealed that Affolder was backing out of a driveway when the vehicle accelerated onto the street and struck 4 people, Affolder was charged with Vehicular Assault, Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs, & Criminal Possession of Controlled Substance for Methamphetamines, she was remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility without bail.

State Police arrested 31 year old Pierce Tobin of Oneonta for 2nd degree Assault following a violent incident at the Homer Folks Facility. On May 9th, Troopers, SUNY University Police, and the Oneonta Town Constable responded to a report of an assault, An investigation revealed that Tobin became aggressive after being informed by a staff member that he was not permitted to smoke. Tobin punched the staff member in the face and bit off a portion of the victim’s ear. The victim was treated at A.O. Fox Hospital. Tobin was taken into custody at the scene and was arraigned & was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $5,000 cash/credit or $10,000 bond. His next court appearance is scheduled for Thursday, The investigation remains ongoing.

New Yorkers will be voting on their school budget plans, & Board of Education seats soon, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan comments about their 25.5 million dollar budget, a 2.68% tax levy increase:

(Tim Ryan 5-14-25)

This year, Tuesday May 20th will be the day for school Budget Vote and School Board Elections statewide.

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is opposing a Republican proposal that would cause over a million New Yorkers to lose their Medicaid coverage:

(Gillibrand 5-14-25)

The Congressional Budget Office estimates the bill would cut federal spending on healthcare by more than $700 billion over a decade, the largest Medicaid cut in history, The proposed changes include adding new work requirements, new cost-sharing fees for Medicaid enrollees and much stricter and more frequent eligibility checks.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 5-14-25

On May 1st, 22 year old Seth Ostrander of Unadilla was arrested and charged with 2nd degree Attempted Murder and Criminal Use of a Firearm. State Police & Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of a domestic disturbance on State Highway 8 in the town of Masonville, Troopers determined that a verbal argument had escalated into a physical altercation during which Ostrander discharged a shotgun in the direction of another individual. The victim was not struck by the gunfire and declined further medical treatment at the scene. Ostrander was taken into custody and arraigned at Delaware County Centralized Arraignment. The investigation is ongoing.

Binghamton Police responded to the Salvation Army at 131 Washington Street yesterday afternoon, Officers found a 57-year-old male suffering from stab wounds, the man was taken to an area hospital and was pronounced dead. 37-year-old Michael Brutvan allegedly entered the building and stabbed the victim several times & fled the scene, but was located & arrested. Brutvan has been charged with 2nd-degree murder, the investigation is continuing.

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 1-7-24

The Bainbridge Guilford School District will hold a Veterans Day breakfast Friday, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan explains:

(Tim Ryan 11-8-24)

Veterans will be treated to a breakfast & special assembly at the Greenlawn Elementary school.

Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango County has started its Caregiver Support group today, but anyone in need can sign up at any time, Spokesperson Sarah Green explains:

(Sarah Green 11-7-24)

Registration is available at 334-3556.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 11-7-24

Re-Elected Assemblyman Joe Angelino of Norwich will be representing the new 121st District in the Assembly, he told WCDO News about the changes from his previous 122nd district:

(Joe Angelino 11-7-24)

Angelino said that he is still part of only a small number of Assembly members with a Law Enforcement background, after serving for 30 years in the Norwich Police Department, rising to chief, he currently still works part time for the Sherburne Police Deportment.

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 10-31-24

The Bainbridge Guilford School District will hold a Veterans Day breakfast next week, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan explains:

(Tim Ryan 10-31-24)

Veterans interested in participating can RSVP to the District office at 607-967-6321.

The Firefighters Association of the State of New York reminds residents that Daylight saving time ends on November 3 at 2:00 AM, they encourage everyone to test their smoke alarms as they turn their clocks back to make sure the devices are working and replace the batteries each year. Stats show that working smoke alarms cut the risk of dying in a home fire in half, as people only have about 2 minutes to safely get out of a fire on average. more information is available at fasny.com.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 10-31-24

The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office announces the arrest of Donald Shurock Jr. On Monday, as members of the Sheriff’s Office took custody of Shurock at the Lackawanna County Prison in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Shurock was transported back to the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office & was charged with Resisting Arrest and Assault on a Police Officer, for an incident on October 17th in the Town of Pitcher. Shurock is being held at the Chenango County Correctional Facility on a Chenango County Court Warrant and will appear in the Chenango County Court at a later date.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-16-24

State Police were dispatched Thursday night to a report of gunshots at Lantern Hill Mobile Home Park in Oneonta. An investigation revealed that a 40-year-old male of Oneonta, NY sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound after a dispute involving several individuals, he was taken to A.O. Fox Hospital by a private vehicle and was later transported to Bassett Hospital for further care. The vehicle carrying the victim was hit by gunfire during the incident. 34 year old Ishmael Seabrook of Oneonta was charged with 2 counts of Attempted Murder, Criminal Use of a Firearm, Criminal Possession of a Weapon & Reckless Endangerment, State Police were assisted by the Oneonta City Police Department, Seabrook was arraigned at the Otsego County Jail and was remanded without bail.

The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold a General Membership Meeting tomorrow morning @ 7:30 am in the Back of Bob's Diner. All are welcome to attend.

A.M. NEWS Monday 9-16-24

Bainbridge Guilford Superintendent Tim Ryan released a statement about an incident Friday evening as B-G was hosting a football game with Walton. During the game administration was notified that a student was overheard saying he had a gun at the game, law enforcement was notified, the student was located and was taken away from the game & Staff remained with the student until law enforcement arrived and took over the situation. Ryan stated that there was no fight at the game and there was no gun, there was no need to suspend or cancel the game or send everyone home. Law enforcement continued to meet with the student and his family, they left the premises and law enforcement officers remained at the game until the conclusion.

Broadway In Binghamton announced that single tickets for the Broadway smash hit musical AIN'T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, will go on sale today at 10am. Tickets will be available at BroadwayInBinghamton.com, Ticketmaster.com, and in person at the Arena Box Office. AIN'T TOO PROUD will play at the Broome County Forum Theatre October 22 & 23 AT 7:30PM.

The Sidney Central School District will have their budget up for a public vote Tuesday, District Superintendent Eben Bullock told WCDO News about their Proposal:

(Eben Bullock 5-20-24)

Voting will be from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM at the Sidney School District office.

The Unatego School District budget is up for a public vote tomorrow, voters will be deciding on the proposed budget, 3 seats on the School Board & 1 Proposition, according to Superintendent Dr. Dave Richards:

(Dr. Dave Richards 5-20-24)

Voting will be from 12:00 Noon to 8:00 PM at the Junior/ Senior High School on State Route 7 between Wells Bridge & Otego.

The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their last meeting before the General Clinton Canoe regatta, tomorrow at 7:30 am at the back of Bob's Diner. Chamber members & Directors are encouraged to attend.

A.M. NEWS Monday 5-20-24

School Budget votes will be held across the State Tomorrow. BG Superintendent Tim Ryan told WCDO News about their budget proposal:

(Tim Ryan 5-20-24)

District across the state will be voting on budget, School Board seats and in many cases, capital project & School Bus purchases.

U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro announced his constituent service team will hold mobile office hours from 11:00am to 1:00pm Today, at the Bainbridge Town Hall, constituents will be able to connect with representatives from Rep. Molinaro's office to share comments and resolve issues they are having with federal agencies like the VA, IRS, and Social Security Administration.

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for Phenix George on an outstanding warrant for criminal possession of a weapon, he is described as a white male, 5'3" 120 pounds with brown hair & Hazel eyes, Anyone with information on the location of George is asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office online at gobroomecounty.com/sheriff/warrants or by calling the Sheriff’s Office tip line at (607) 778-1196.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 1-18-24

49-year-old Charles Bodie of Meredith & Edmeston pleaded guilty to sexual exploitation of a child, in federal court in Syracuse. Bodie admitted that from December of 2021 through October of 2022, he exchanged sexually explicit text messages with his victim, & to engaging in sexual activity with the same victim, who was between 13 to 15 years old. Bodie faces 15 to 30 years in prison, between 5 years and life on supervised release and a fine of up to $250,000, as well as restitution to the victim. He will also be required to register as a sex offender upon his release from prison, sentencing is on Wednesday, May 15.

The Bainbridge Guilford School District school board will be meeting tonight at 6:00 PM, 1 of the topics will be about how the district spent grant money that they received a few years ago during the hieght of the pandemic, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan explains:

(Tim Ryan 1-18-24)

The meeting will begin at 6:00 PM in the District Conference room.

State Police Investigators continue to search for Brandon Williams who was last seen on March 11, 2019. At the time that Brandon went missing, he was 32 years old, weighing about 220 pounds and 6’2” in height. He was wearing a red hooded sweatshirt, gray jeans, black Converse sneakers, a New England Patriots winter hat and a tan Carhart jacket with black writing on it. Anyone who might have information about Williams or knows what happened to him is asked to call (607) 754-2701 or (607) 561-7400.

U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro announced his constituent service team will hold mobile office hours Friday from 12:00 noon to 2:00pm at the Town of Oneonta Town Hall in West Oneonta. Constituents will be able to connect with representatives from Rep. Molinaro's office to share comments and resolve issues they are having with federal agencies like the VA, IRS, and Social Security Administration.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 11-2-23

State Police arrested 3 people after a fight at the Lantern Hill trailer park in Oneonta Saturday. An investigation by Troopers at the scene determined that 25 year old La-Tee Baker of Oneonta, 21 year old Bryanna Patterson of Oneonta, and 23 year old Bethany Brown of Delhi, were involved in a fight, both women sustained injuries, Brown was transported to A.O. Fox Hospital. Baker and Patterson were located by Troopers walking along State Highway 23 and were arrested. They were issued appearance tickets to the Oneonta Town Court on November 21, 2023. After release from the hospital, Brown was charged with Assault, she was issued appearance tickets to the Oneonta Town Court on December 5.

The Bainbridge Guilford Central School District will hold their annual breakfast for veterans next week, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan told WCDO News about the event:

(Tim Ryan 11-2-23)

Veterans interested in attending the breakfast should RSVP to 607-967-6321.

School Budgets will be voted on next Tuesday May 16th statewide, Bainbridge Guilford Superintendent Tim Ryan told WCDO News that their proposed budget is 22.6 Million Dollars, with a 1.85% tax levy increase:

(Tim Ryan 5-10-23)

Ryan said that voting at the Greenlawn & Guilford school buildings will be from 12:00 Noon to 9:00 PM on Tuesday.

The Greater Oneonta Historical Society was awarded a $49,500 multi-year Support for Organizations Grant from the New York State Council of the Arts. The Support for Organizations Grant will help fund the full-time salary of GOHS' Executive Director, Dr. Marcela Micucci. More information about the Society is available at oneontahistory.org, at (607) 432-0960, or follow on their Facebook and Instagram pages.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 12-7-22

The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School District is holding a vote on their $15.4 Million Dollar capital project today, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan explains:

(Tim Ryan 12-7-22)

Ryan said that they would use their $4 Million dollar capital reserve fund and state aid to pay for the project, the vote will be from 12:00 noon to 9:00 PM on December 7th at the Greenlawn Elementary School in Bainbridge and the Guilford Elementary School.

Delaware County Sheriff's office arrested 70-year-old Charles David of Delhi, after Deputies received a complaint from Delhi Rehabilitation Center. David is accused of subjecting 2 female victims to unwanted sexual contact on 2 separate occasions while residing at the facility. David was charged with 2 counts of Forcible Touching, he was processed and will return to the Town of Delhi Court at a later date. An order of protection was issued for each of the victims.

P.M. NEWS Thursday 11-10-22

Oneonta Police Department & Fire Department responded early this morning at about 6:50 AM, to the report of an unresponsive male lying near a bicycle in Huntington Park in the City of Oneonta. The 50-year-old male was found deceased, video surveillance revealed a bicycle accident had occurred. The cause of death is unknown at this time pending a medical examination, The investigation is ongoing, the name of the deceased will not be released until proper family notifications can be made. Anyone with additional information on this investigation is asked to contact the Oneonta Police Department Detectives Division at (607) 432-1111.

The Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies & local 1st responders were called to State Route 235 in Harpursville Wednesday night for the report of a car down an embankment with driver entrapment. The unidentified driver was extricated & taken to an area hospital, no other vehicles were involved & the cause off the accident is under investigation.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 11-10-22

The Bainbridge Guilford Central School District will host a free in-person breakfast for Veterans this Morning at the Greenlawn Elementary School in Bainbridge, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan comments:

(Tim Ryan 11-4-22)

The Breakfast will start at at 9:00 AM Today.

The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School District will be holding a vote on their $15.4 Million Dollar capital project on Wednesday, December 7th, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan explains:

(Tim Ryan 11-8-22)

Ryan said that they would use their $4Million dollar capital reserve fund and state aid to pay for the project, the vote will be from 12:00 noon to 9:00 PM on December 7th at the Greenlawn Elementary School in Bainbridge and the Guilford Elementary School.

The Bainbridge-Guilford National Honor Society will be hosting their annual Red Cross Blood Drive at the High School building at 18 Juliand Street in Bainbridge. The Blood Drive will take place today from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Those interested in signing up can visit redcrossblood.org.

The Bainbridge Rotary Pancake Day is being held again this year on Election day at the First Presbyterian Church at 3 Church Street, from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm and 4:00 - 6:00 pm; Take out available, by calling 607-431-8843

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 11-4-22

The Bainbridge Central School District will host a free in-person breakfast for Veterans next Thursday Morning at the Greenlawn Elementary School in Bainbridge, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan comments:

(Tim Ryan 11-4-22)

Vets are asked to make a reservation by calling the District Office at 607-967-6321, the Breakfast will start at at 9:00 AM Thursday November 10th.

Daylight saving time ends at 2:00 AM this Sunday. A bill to end the practice of moving clock twice a year passed the US Senate on March 15, the bill stalled in the House of Representatives

The “Doctors with a Heart Day” is tomorrow, Progressive Dental’s Endwell and Norwich offices will offer free services tomorrow from 8:00 AM until 12:00 Noon. Services offered free of charge include cleanings, fillings, and extractions.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-16-22

The Bainbridge-Guilford Board of Education voted to honor former soccer coach and technology teacher, Peter Feltham, by naming the soccer field after him, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan said that there will be a dedication tonight to the coach, and he expects a large turnout:

(Tim Ryan 9-16-22)

Coach Feltham was recently diagnosed with brain cancer and is undergoing treatment, the event will begin at 5:00 PM, followed by the dedication at 6:00 PM, followed by the varsity boys’ soccer game at 7:00 PM.

School Budgets are being voted on across the state today, Unatego Superintendent Dr. Dave Richards told WCDO News about their budget proposal:

(Dave Richards 5-17-22)

Polls will be open at the Unatego District Office at 2641 State Highway 7 in Otego until 9:00 pm

The Sidney School District has submitted a 28.7 Million Dollar Budget that voters are deciding on today, which represents a 3.9% increase over last year, but with no increase to the tax levy, according to Superintendent Eben Bullock:

(Eben Bullock 5-17-22)

Bullock said that 3 people are running for 2 seats on the school board, voting will be until 8:00 PM at the Sidney High School Cafeteria.

Friends of Rogers in Sherburne was this week’s winner of a $2,000 grant from Upstate Shredding through their philanthropic endeavor; Southern Tier Tuesdays. Friends of Rogers is a nonprofit organization with a variety of nature based programs & exhibits held year-round.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 5-17-22

School Budget votes will be held around the state today, some district also have propositions for capital improvements or vehicle purchases, many also have Board of Education seats to decide on. At the Bainbridge Guilford District, Superintendent Tim Ryan told WCDO News that they were able to keep the tax levy under the state cap and maintain staffing:

(Tim Ryan 5-17-22)

BG voters will vote at the Greenlawn or Guilford Elementary school from 12:00 Noon to 9:00 PM today on their 21.4 Million Dollar Budget proposal, & a vehicle purchase proposition.

The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting Today @ 7:30 am at the back of Bob's Diner. Chamber members & Directors are urged to attend.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-13-22

State Police have arrested a woman who allegedly stabbed a man inside Stewart's in Sherburne last night. State Police said that an Investigator walked into the Stewart's when he saw a man and a woman physically fighting. He attempted to separate the two when the woman stabbed the man. The Investigator restrained the woman and store employees called 911. The victim, identified as 56 year old Daniel Purdy of Sherburne was transported to Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse with serious but non-life threatening injuries. 25 year old Jessica Collins of Sherburne was charged with 1st Degree Assault, She was processed and transported to Chenango County Jail. State Police were assisted on scene by Chenango County Deputies, the investigation is continuing.

School District will ask for voter approval of their budgets next Tuesday State Wide, with many also adding propositions for building projects or vehicle purchases, and also for Board of Education seats. Locally Bainbridge Guilford Superintendent Tim Ryan told WCDO News that they were able to keep the tax levy increase under the state cap:

(Tim Ryan 5-13-22)

Ryan said that the BG Budget totals $21.4 million dollars, voting will be from 12:00 Noon until 9:00 PM at Greenlawn Elementary & Guilford Elementary Schools on Tuesday.

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 1-20-22

A Racist video was posted by a Bainbridge Guilford Student Monday, on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and was circulated around the District by the following day. BG Superintendent Tim Ryan told WCDO News that he met with Administration, The School Attorney, The School Board, to come up with a plan to address the racist nature of the video with the students:

(Tim Ryan 1-20-22)

Ryan said that they can not divulge the identity of the student who posted the racist video on social media at this time & the investigation is ongoing.

After receiving tips from the public, State Police arrested 36 year old Ronald Mills of Afton for Petit Larceny. State Police posted surveillance pictures taken at the Bainbridge Coin Laundry, Mills was processed and issued appearance tickets to the Bainbridge Town Court on February 1st.

Bainbridge Guilford School Superintendent Tim Ryan is holding a Zoom Meeting with parents today, regarding how the school district is dealing with the uptick in Chenango County COVID cases, he told WCDO News that their hybrid model seems to be working well:

(Tim Ryan 1-8-21)

Ryan said that they have had 4 students recently test positive, 2 of those were remote only students & they did not expose anyone in the school itself.

State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli is urging New Yorkers to read the fine print for details about fees and expiration dates, and to spend the gift cards in a timely fashion. If gift cards expire, the money would get turned over to the Office of Unclaimed Funds. New Yorkers should visit osc.state.ny.us to see if they are owed money from unused Gift cards or for other reasons. The state currently has 16 Billion Dollars in unclaimed funds.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 1-8-21

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer is demanding President Donald Trump be removed from office immediately following a violent protest in Washington D.C. Wednesday.

(Schumer 1-8-21)

5 people were killed, many were injured & there were over 50 arrests after rioters supporting President Trump breached the US Capitol building to defy the election results as members of congress validated the electoral votes Wednesday.

The Sidney Central School District reported 2 new COVID 19 cases, they report 2 middle school students are presumed positive, they have not been on campus since Monday, January 4th. The Delaware County Health officials have conducted an investigation and the contact tracing has been completed. There will be no change to the instructional model at this time.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 8-17-20

A Black Lives Matter gathering in Bainbridge was met by dozens of counter protestors supporting Police agencies Saturday afternoon.  Gilda Ward of the Tri-County Tea Party Patriots said that she was there to Support the police of the area:

(Gilda Ward 8-17-20)

Ward said that some members of other groups with confederate flags were asked to take those down, & they did not, she reported that there were a couple of fights that broke out, but no arrests have been reported by Bainbridge Police.

The Bainbridge Guilford Central School District will hold informational meeting with district parents Tuesday & Wednesday, regarding their re-opening plans for the fall.  BG Superintendent Tim Ryan explains:

(Tim Ryan 8-17-20)

Ryan said that virtual meetings will be held Tuesday at 6:00 PM, Wednesday at 10:00 AM and a meeting will be held Wednesday evening at 6:00 PM at the High School Auditorium, with a limit of 50 people due to CDC guidelines.

The Broome County Health Department announced that they are up to 1110 positive COVID 19 cases since March, with 74 deaths, 965 recoveries & 440 people are being monitored by the Health Department, they have conducted over 33,400 tests.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 8-17-20

A Black Lives Matter gathering in Bainbridge was met by dozens of counter protestors favoring Police & some had confederate symbols, Saturday afternoon.  Unadilla native & standup comedian Taury Seward aimed some of his comments at the counter protestors:

(Taury Seward 8-17-20)

Brief altercations were reported, but no arrests have been reported by Bainbridge Police yet.

1 of the Sidney Central School District’s parent informational meeting has been posted to the school website & social media and parents need to access the fall attendance registration form, also available on social media and the district's website, Superintendent Eben Bullock explains:

(Eben Bullock 8-17-20)

More information or registration is available at 561-7703 today and Tuesday; all parents need to complete the official registration form for attending school in September and it will only be available through Tomorrow.

The Village of Bainbridge Department of Public Works will be working on Water Lines starting at 3:00 AM Tuesday, on East Main Street from River Street to the traffic light & West Main Street from the Traffic Light to Mount Pleasant Drive.  Residents may experience loss of water service or Roily Water during the work; they expect to restore service by 6:00 AM.

School Budget votes will be counted starting tomorrow for all school districts statewide.  The Bainbridge Guilford central School District has a proposed budget of 20.1 Million Dollars, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan comments:

(Tim Ryan 6-8-20)

The Afton Central School District has a budget, a bus proposition, and others items for voters to decide on, including a large Capital Project, Afton Superintendent Tim McNamara comments:

(Tim McNamara 6-8-20)

The Proposed budget for the Afton District is $16.4 Million dollars & the Building project is about 19 Million Dollar Building Project.  Governor Cuomo announced over the weekend that they will extend the deadline for school districts to receive school budget ballots, they can be hand delivered by 5:00 PM tomorrow and can be received by mail through June 16th.

Governor Cuomo announced Sunday that the state is considering allowing outdoor Graduation ceremonies up to 150 people with social distancing later this month:

(Cuomo 6-8-20 Graduation)

Governor Cuomo signed legislation extending the deadline to submit absentee ballots until the day of the election.  Primary Ballots must be postmarked by June 23rd, the Governor will extend the deadline for school districts to receive school budget ballots, they can be hand delivered by 5:00 PM tomorrow and can be received by mail through June 16th.

Governor Cuomo held his coronavirus briefing today in Albany; he discussed how they are now juggling the issues of protests, looting & the potential for a spike in Coronavirus cases again among those protesting:

(Cuomo 6-2-20)

State Police Superintendent Keith Corlett said that troopers are ready to be deployed again tonight, where ever they are needed:

(Superintendent Corlett 6-2-20)

Governor Cuomo said that he didn't envision a need to send State Police or the National Guard to New York City, which has a police force of 38,000 currently.

The Broome County Agricultural Society announced today that they have decided to cancel the 2020 Broome County Fair.   The Board of Directors aims to resume the Broome County Fair, July 27 to August 1, 2021.

The Bainbridge Guilford central School District will hold their public budget hearing at 6:00 PM tonight through Zoom, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan comments:

(Tim Ryan 6-2-20)

The Proposed budget is 20.1 Million dollars; the tax levy increase is 2.4%.

The Bainbridge Guilford Central School District is having a
follow up Safety Forum tonight, to address a variety of Safety concerns for
students in & outside of the School, Superintendent Tim Ryan comments:

(Tim Ryan 5-14-19)

The program will be held on Tuesday evening May 14th at 7:00
PM at the BG Junior Senior High School, parents are urged to attend &
participate.

The Bainbridge Guilford Central School District is planning
on having a follow up Safety Forum next week, to address a variety of Safety
concerns for students in & outside of the School, Superintendent Tim Ryan
comments:

(Tim Ryan 5-8-19)

The program will be held on Tuesday evening May 14th at 7:00
PM at the BG Junior Senior High School, parents are urged to attend &
participate.

State Senator Fred Akshar
recognized Broome County Sheriff's Deputy Kristy Botsford as his New York State
Senate 2019 Woman of Distinction for the 52nd Senate District.  Each year, the New York State Senate honors
women who have enriched the quality of life in their communities across New
York.  Deputy Kristy Botsford continues
to recover from injuries sustained on February 1st, while responding to a
vehicle traveling the wrong way on Route 17 West in Vestal, her vehicle was
struck head on by an alleged drunk driver, she was pinned inside the vehicle,
& was removed by emergency personnel using the “Jaws of life" tool in
sub-zero temperatures, she underwent surgery to repair her broken femur and
ankle.  Botsford plans to return to her
post as soon as her doctors allow.

State Police arrested 71 year old Franklin Farrell of
Bainbridge for 2nd & 3rd degree Assault after Troopers were dispatched to a
physical dispute on County Route 39 in the town of Bainbridge.  Farrell allegedly grabbed the victim by the
arm causing lacerations & allegedly brandished a knife attempting to stab a
2nd victim, who was cut on the stomach & arms.  Farrell was transported to Tri-County
Hospital for his injuries and was arrested, & was arraigned in the town of
Bainbridge court & was remanded to the Chenango County Jail without
bail.  An order of protection was issued
to both victims.  He’s scheduled to
return to court on May 9th.

The Bainbridge Guilford Central School District will hold a special forum Tonight, regarding the safety of the students, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan explains:

(Tim Ryan 2-27-18)

The Forum will begin at 6:30 PM at the BG Junior Senior High School Auditorium; more information is available at 967-6321 or at bgcsd.org.

The Bainbridge Guilford School District received a threat of violence today, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan explains:

(Tim Ryan 2-21-18)

The Gilbertville Mount Upton also had a similar threat emerge this morning, GMU Superintendent Annette Hammond told WCDO that their threat was about a month old from a former student now out of state, State Police responded immediately, and Hammond was planning to meet with district students regarding this threat this afternoon. Police are continuing the investigation into both incidents, several arrests have already been made for threats made to other area districts in the last week, since the Parkland Florida shooting.

State Senator Fred Akshar announced that he will hold a series of “School Safety Summits” with local school superintendents, teachers, students and law enforcement to identify school safety needs. After the initial roundtable with school administrators and law enforcement, Akshar plans on meeting with local teachers and students in the coming weeks. The School Safety Summit will be held on Monday, February 26th at 9:30am at the Binghamton State Office Building, 18th Floor, at 44 Hawley Street.

Governor Cuomo announced that the New York State Grown & Certified program is expanding to include the New York maple industry. The program will increase exposure for New York's maple producers, who rank second in the nation in syrup production and generate an estimated economic impact of $141 million each year. Annual Maple Weekends scheduled for March 17-18 and March 24-25

Oneonta Police have charged a Hartwick College student with Assault. 20-year-old Nabill Maiyaki of Mohegan Lake is accused of stabbing an unidentified male victim during an altercation on Elm Street at about 1:00 AM Saturday, he has been charged with 2nd-degree assault & criminal possession of a weapon. The injured male was stabbed in a leg and in the abdomen, and was taken to Fox Hospital with non- life threatening injuries Maiyaki was held being held on bail pending court action

Former Binghamton Triplets & New York Yankee Pitcher & long time official scorer for the Binghamton Mets, Steve Kraly died Monday following a lengthy bout with cancer. Calling hours will be held Thursday from 3:30-7:30 PM; the funeral service will take place on Friday morning at 9:30 AM, both at St. James Roman Catholic Church. Kraly was 86.

The Bainbridge Guilford school district Board of education announced that they have chosen current Cherry Valley-Springfield superintendent Tim Ryan of Guilford as their new superintendent. Ryan will replace Don Wheeler starting July 1st.