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WCDO News — Wednesday 12-31-14
Governor Cuomo signed legislation designed to improve the ability of workers and the Department of Labor to tackle wage theft in New York State. The legislation improves on the 2010 Wage Theft Prevention Act, it contains additional improvements in retaliation protections for vulnerable workers, transparency provisions to help advocates and workers identify cases of wage theft, and it also streamlines reporting provisions to lessen burdens on law-abiding employers.
State Senator Jim Seward & Otsego County Sheriff Richard Devlin will be sworn in for another term each at their respective positions, tomorrow at the Otsego County Courthouse in Cooperstown. Seward will be sworn into office for his 15th 2-year senate term. Otsego County Representative Rick Hulse Jr. will serve as master of ceremonies. Supreme Court Justice Michael Coccoma and Otsego County Judge Brian Burns will administer the oath of office; the ceremony begins at 1:00 p.m. at the County Courthouse at 197 Main Street Cooperstown.
The Governor’s 2015 State of the State Address will be held at the Convention Center in Albany’s Empire State Plaza on January 7th at 1:30 PM. New Yorkers wishing to attend should visit governor.ny.gov to register, from today until Monday, January 5th at 12:00 PM. Seating is limited and tickets are non-transferable. In the event that the number of requests exceeds available seating, attendees will be selected by lottery. Guests will be notified of their selection via email by January 5th.
State DMV Commissioner Barbara Fiala of Binghamton is retiring. Fiala served as the Broome County Executive before taking over the DMV in 2011 when she was appointed by Governor Cuomo. A successor for Fiala has not yet been announced.
The Broome County Legislature has passed a law that increases their pay. The new law would tie increases in pay for non-union county employees to the raises negotiated for union workers. The bill passed by a 9-4 vote Monday night. It still faces a public hearing and the signature of County Executive Debbie Preston before becoming law.
Governor Cuomo announced that 4 new outdoor access projects are now complete and open for public use. One of the projects is the Colliersville Boat Launch in the Town of Milford, where $17,160 was used for a canoe/kayak slide and stairs to access the Susquehanna River. More information is available at dec.ny.gov.
An Otsego county couple will be featured on ABC TV news’s 20/20 Friday night. Paul Sohacki & Katherine Gannon lived on 12 acres near Cooperstown, they were arrested after making complaints to the county District Attorney’s office about their neighbor Gene Ellis, whose driveway to access his land crosses slightly onto the couples land. The couple recorded videos of Ellis using the driveway in question, the investigation & complaints by a 3rd party led to Sohacki & Gannon facing charges of stalking Ellis. The segment will run on ABC television Friday night starting at 10:00 pm.
State Senator Jim Seward & Otsego County Sheriff Richard Devlin will be sworn in for another term each at their respective positions, tomorrow at the Otsego County Courthouse in Cooperstown. Seward will be sworn into office for his 15th 2-year senate term. Otsego County Representative Rick Hulse Jr. will serve as master of ceremonies. Supreme Court Justice Michael Coccoma and Otsego County Judge Brian Burns will administer the oath of office; the ceremony begins at 1:00 p.m. at the County Courthouse at 197 Main Street Cooperstown.
The Governor’s 2015 State of the State Address will be held at the Convention Center in Albany’s Empire State Plaza on January 7th at 1:30 PM. New Yorkers wishing to attend should visit governor.ny.gov to register, from today until Monday, January 5th at 12:00 PM. Seating is limited and tickets are non-transferable. In the event that the number of requests exceeds available seating, attendees will be selected by lottery. Guests will be notified of their selection via email by January 5th.
State DMV Commissioner Barbara Fiala of Binghamton is retiring. Fiala served as the Broome County Executive before taking over the DMV in 2011 when she was appointed by Governor Cuomo. A successor for Fiala has not yet been announced.
The Broome County Legislature has passed a law that increases their pay. The new law would tie increases in pay for non-union county employees to the raises negotiated for union workers. The bill passed by a 9-4 vote Monday night. It still faces a public hearing and the signature of County Executive Debbie Preston before becoming law.
Governor Cuomo announced that 4 new outdoor access projects are now complete and open for public use. One of the projects is the Colliersville Boat Launch in the Town of Milford, where $17,160 was used for a canoe/kayak slide and stairs to access the Susquehanna River. More information is available at dec.ny.gov.
An Otsego county couple will be featured on ABC TV news’s 20/20 Friday night. Paul Sohacki & Katherine Gannon lived on 12 acres near Cooperstown, they were arrested after making complaints to the county District Attorney’s office about their neighbor Gene Ellis, whose driveway to access his land crosses slightly onto the couples land. The couple recorded videos of Ellis using the driveway in question, the investigation & complaints by a 3rd party led to Sohacki & Gannon facing charges of stalking Ellis. The segment will run on ABC television Friday night starting at 10:00 pm.
WCDO News — Friday 10-17-14
Governor Cuomo convened New York State agency leadership along with regional hospital and healthcare representatives to outline the State's plans for Ebola preparedness and to assure New Yorkers that the State is taking every precaution to protect their health and safety. The Governor has designated eight hospitals statewide to treat potential patients with Ebola, the State Department of Health has issued a Commissioner's Order to all hospitals, diagnostic and treatment centers, and ambulance services in New York State, requiring that they follow protocols for identification, isolation and medical evaluation of patients requiring care. An education session for healthcare workers will be held in New York City on TUESDAY.
Long time area businessman Ralph Cuozzo Senior died Wednesday following a motor vehicle accident in the town of Sidney. Cuozzo owned & operated RC Sales & Service on Route 7 in Sidney, calling hours will be at C.H. Landers Funeral Home in Sidney from 1:00 to 3:00 PM and 5:00 to 8:00 PM this Sunday. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, at Sacred Heart Church on Liberty Street Sidney.
State senator Jim Seward is urging new farmers in the region to get the information about new state grants to assist in start up farms, or farms that are passed down to the next generation.
(Seward 10-17-14)
Information and applications are available @ esd.ny.gov/BusinessPrograms. The deadline to apply is January 28th 2015.
An open 911 call Thursday morning led to the arrest of a 22 year old James Garcia of Monroe, for felony Unlawful Imprisonment charge. Monroe is accused of being in a violent domestic incident with a passenger in his vehicle on State Highway 28 in the Towns of Delhi and Bovina, whee he allegedly was involved in 2 separate motor vehicle accidents, 1 of which led to the passenger sustaining injuries. Garcia is accused of threatening the victim with a weapon and restricting the victim’s movements and escape, then seizing and disposing of the victim’s cell phone. Garcia was charged with Unlawful Imprisonment, Menacing, Criminal Mischief & Leaving the Scene of a Personal Injury Accident. He was arraigned in the Town of Delhi Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility in lieu of $1000 cash bail pending a future court appearance and a Temporary Stay Away Order of Protection was issued.
The Chenango county council of the arts will present the Bronx Wanderers to the Martin W. Kappel Theater Saturday night for a return performance. The show features classic hits from the rock & roll era through some of today's popular hits, more information is available at chenangoarts.org.
13th District Broome County Legislator Anthony Fiala said he would not resign from office, he admitted to driving drunk & pleaded guilty earlier this month after he hit a bicyclist in Binghamton and left the scene. He is the son of Barbara Fiala, who now serves as state commissioner of the DMV.
A man accused of killing his neighbor in Johnson City more will go on trial. The trial for 43-year-old Christopher Davis will begin in Broome County Court Monday. He faces charges of 1st degree murder, 2 counts of 2nd degree murder and robbery. He's accused of killing his neighbor, 50-year-old Patricia LaCaprara, during a robbery in July 2013, she was found dead in her home on Brown Street and as a result of traumatic head injuries.
Long time area businessman Ralph Cuozzo Senior died Wednesday following a motor vehicle accident in the town of Sidney. Cuozzo owned & operated RC Sales & Service on Route 7 in Sidney, calling hours will be at C.H. Landers Funeral Home in Sidney from 1:00 to 3:00 PM and 5:00 to 8:00 PM this Sunday. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, at Sacred Heart Church on Liberty Street Sidney.
State senator Jim Seward is urging new farmers in the region to get the information about new state grants to assist in start up farms, or farms that are passed down to the next generation.
(Seward 10-17-14)
Information and applications are available @ esd.ny.gov/BusinessPrograms. The deadline to apply is January 28th 2015.
An open 911 call Thursday morning led to the arrest of a 22 year old James Garcia of Monroe, for felony Unlawful Imprisonment charge. Monroe is accused of being in a violent domestic incident with a passenger in his vehicle on State Highway 28 in the Towns of Delhi and Bovina, whee he allegedly was involved in 2 separate motor vehicle accidents, 1 of which led to the passenger sustaining injuries. Garcia is accused of threatening the victim with a weapon and restricting the victim’s movements and escape, then seizing and disposing of the victim’s cell phone. Garcia was charged with Unlawful Imprisonment, Menacing, Criminal Mischief & Leaving the Scene of a Personal Injury Accident. He was arraigned in the Town of Delhi Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility in lieu of $1000 cash bail pending a future court appearance and a Temporary Stay Away Order of Protection was issued.
The Chenango county council of the arts will present the Bronx Wanderers to the Martin W. Kappel Theater Saturday night for a return performance. The show features classic hits from the rock & roll era through some of today's popular hits, more information is available at chenangoarts.org.
13th District Broome County Legislator Anthony Fiala said he would not resign from office, he admitted to driving drunk & pleaded guilty earlier this month after he hit a bicyclist in Binghamton and left the scene. He is the son of Barbara Fiala, who now serves as state commissioner of the DMV.
A man accused of killing his neighbor in Johnson City more will go on trial. The trial for 43-year-old Christopher Davis will begin in Broome County Court Monday. He faces charges of 1st degree murder, 2 counts of 2nd degree murder and robbery. He's accused of killing his neighbor, 50-year-old Patricia LaCaprara, during a robbery in July 2013, she was found dead in her home on Brown Street and as a result of traumatic head injuries.
WCDO News — Wednesday 2-19-14
Governor Cuomo announced that New York motorists can now receive email reminders and text messages from the State DMV notifying them when their Vehicle registrations or inspections are due to expire. DMV Commissioner Barbara Fiala explains:
(Barbara Fiala 2-19-14)
More information on the nearly 40 online services offered by DMV, visit the Department's website at dmv.ny.gov.
The Cancer Services Program of Delaware, Otsego and Schoharie counties will offer free health screenings to women 40 and older who are uninsured. The Bassett Cancer Institute’s mobile screening coach will be available today from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Walton Family Planning, 130 North Street, Walton. Appointments can be made at 1-888-345-0225.
(Barbara Fiala 2-19-14)
More information on the nearly 40 online services offered by DMV, visit the Department's website at dmv.ny.gov.
The Cancer Services Program of Delaware, Otsego and Schoharie counties will offer free health screenings to women 40 and older who are uninsured. The Bassett Cancer Institute’s mobile screening coach will be available today from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Walton Family Planning, 130 North Street, Walton. Appointments can be made at 1-888-345-0225.
WCDO News — Thursday 1-9-14
State Police are currently looking for 29 year old Christopher Gonzalez, for questioning in regards to the Burglaries earlier this week at Mayhood’s Sporting Goods in Norwich. Police believe that the 2 incidents occurred between 9:50 pm on Monday night and 6:00 am on Tuesday morning, 22 hand guns, several long guns and numerous boxes of ammunition were taken. Anyone with information is asked to contact state police at 334-3296 or 561-7400.
Local lawmakers are weighing in on Governor Cuomo’s “State of The State” speech yesterday. Assemblyman Cliff Crouch comments:
(Crouch 1-9-14)
Assemblyman Pete Lopez Comments:
(Lopez 1-9-14)
Members of the Governor’s cabinet will deliver the speech around the state today, locally; DMV Commissioner Barbara Fiala will deliver it at the Broome County Office Building Legislative Chamber at 60 Hawley Street in Binghamton at 1:00 PM.
National Baseball Hall of Fame President Jeff Idelson announced yesterday, who will be inducted into the Hall in July:
(Jeff Idelson 1-9-14)
The Class of 2014 will be enshrined July 27th in Cooperstown as part of the Induction Weekend at the Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown, joining Maddux, Glavine & Thomas will be legendary managers Bobby Cox, Joe Torre and Tony La Russa,
Local lawmakers are weighing in on Governor Cuomo’s “State of The State” speech yesterday. Assemblyman Cliff Crouch comments:
(Crouch 1-9-14)
Assemblyman Pete Lopez Comments:
(Lopez 1-9-14)
Members of the Governor’s cabinet will deliver the speech around the state today, locally; DMV Commissioner Barbara Fiala will deliver it at the Broome County Office Building Legislative Chamber at 60 Hawley Street in Binghamton at 1:00 PM.
National Baseball Hall of Fame President Jeff Idelson announced yesterday, who will be inducted into the Hall in July:
(Jeff Idelson 1-9-14)
The Class of 2014 will be enshrined July 27th in Cooperstown as part of the Induction Weekend at the Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown, joining Maddux, Glavine & Thomas will be legendary managers Bobby Cox, Joe Torre and Tony La Russa,