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Governor Hochul signed an executive order establishing a statewide moratorium on the permitting and construction of large new data centers. The freeze will temporarily stop massive, facilities for up to a year while the state develops updated environmental, energy, and community standards. The ban applies to new data center facilities that require 50 Mega Watts or more of energy. however smaller data centers used by hospitals, universities, and financial back-office services are exempt.

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is expanding and enhancing communication abilities with crime victims and community members with new technology that provides text updates to community members calling 911. Following a call to 911 or the Sheriff’s Office non-emergency line, callers using a mobile phone will receive an automated notification & incident number by text message, with updates related to the response, about the deputy being dispatched and access to helpful resources, callers will also be able to check the status of their cases at sheriffconnect.broomecountyny.gov.

A community-wide conversation about housing insecurity & homelessness will take place in Norwich on Friday at “A Conference on Housing and Belonging, from 9:30 am. to 2 pm. in the Norwich High School Auditorium. Chenango County Social Services Commissioner Daniel Auwarter explains:

(Daniel Auwarter 7-14-26)

Auwarter is part of the Hope & Housing Initiative, a collaborative partnership of agencies and institutions working together to address housing insecurity and homelessness in Chenango County, The conference will conclude with a panel discussion featuring regional experts and stakeholders, The conference is free and open to the public. Registration is recommended at (607) 334-8244, extension 242.

An Open House is being held today in Norwich regarding the 5 Court Street Construction project. The Open house will be held until 7:00 PM at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, county officials and engineers will be available to answer questions.

The Chenango County Board of Supervisors invite the Chenango County Public to an Open House tomorrow at the Chenango County Office Building in Norwich, regarding the proposed new County Office building project. Board of Supervisors Chairman Jeffrey Blanchard explains:

(Jeffrey Blanchard 7-13-26

The Open House on Tuesday runs from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM at 5 Court Street in Norwich, more information about the project is available at chenangocountyny.gov.

The State DOT advises motorists that the I-88 westbound Exit 20 on-ramp will be closed from Monday, July 20 through Friday, July 31, weather permitting, to accommodate for resurfacing work. The closure is part of an ongoing project to resurface I-88 between the Otsego County line and Exit 20. The project includes the installation of new guide-rail, The interstate will remain open and is currently restricted to one lane of travel in each direction, the ramp must be fully closed during this phase of work and motorists should follow the posted detour.

37 year old Rondell Dowdell of Endicott, pleaded guilty this morning in Broome County Court, to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. On July 17, 2025, Dowdell was stopped in Vestal while operating an electric bicycle in violation State Traffic Laws, a Vestal Police Department canine alerted to the presence of narcotics. A search recovered approximately 20 grams of methamphetamine, a digital scale, packaging material, and cash from suspected drug sales. Dowdell is scheduled for sentencing on October 14th, he faces 3 years in State Prison and 3 Years of post release supervision.

Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 25 year old Samuel Layton of New Lisbon, for 3 counts of Reckless Endangerment, following an investigation into a shots fired complaint in the Town of Exeter. Layton is accused of firing a semi-automatic rifle in the direction of an occupied residence with a family of 3 inside, resulting in a rifle round impacting through the residence, he was located, arrested, processed, and turned over to Otsego County Corrections pending Centralized Arraignment

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-1-26

Over 600 NYSEG customers in Otsego County are without power today, following last Night's Storms, the Towns of Laurens & Pittsfield in Otsego County have a State of Emergency in effect due to impassable roads from downed trees & power lines. Crews are working to restore power as quickly as possible.

Preparations are wrapping up for the annual Delaware County Fair in Walton in August, Fair Board President Jason Craig explains:

(Jason Craig 7-1-26)

Craig said that another big announcement about a Fair giveaway will be announced next week, the 139th annual Delaware County Fair will be August 17th through the 22nd this year, one of the highlights will be a show by Chubby Checker.

Broome County Sheriff's Office announced expanded support services at the Broome County Correctional Facility through a partnership with the Addiction Center of Broome County. Sheriff Fred Akshar commented at a Press Conference this afternoon:

(Sheriff Akshar 7-1-26)

Addiction Center of Broome County Executive Director Carmela Pirich commented:

(Carmela Pirich 7-1-26)

More information about their programs on a variety of issues can be found at acbcservices.org

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-1-26

About 480 NYSEG customers are without power this morning, following last Night's Storms, the Town of Pittsfield in Otsego County has a State of Emergency in effect due to impassable roads from downed trees & power lines.

38 year old Jennifer Hewitt of Bloomville, was indicted by a Delaware County Grand Jury, Counts 1 and 2 are for 3rd degree Grand Larceny, for unlawfully issuing a check from a different bank to Delaware National Bank of Delhi and then withdrawing more than $3000, to have insufficient funds in either account to cover her withdrawal on 2 occasions.

29 year old Wesley Eignor of Hobart, was indicted by a Delaware County Grand Jury for Attempted Assault, Obstruction of Governmental Administration and Aggravated unlicensed operation of a Motor Vehicle. The indictments stem from an incident where Eignor was stopped by a Delaware County Deputy for speeding, he resisted arrest & assaulted the Deputy, and did not have a license or privilege of operating a motor vehicle.

The Hartwick College new President Laurel Bongiorno, is the College’s 13th president, previously she has been an integral part of Hartwick’s leadership team since joining the College in 2022:

(Laurel Bongiorno 7-1-26)

Bongiorno has identified 3 priorities: building confidence and pride in Hartwick, advancing the Forward Momentum Plan, and ensuring a sustainable future for the College.

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 6-25-26

Several law enforcement agencies commented at a press conference in Binghamton today regarding the Fire at the Knight's Inn of Endwell June 22nd, State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation Captain Lucas Anthony discussed the investigation & released the names of those deceased in Monday's Fire:

(Captain Lucas Anthony 6-25-26)

State Police arrested 24 year old Tyler Russell of Endwell, Monday for 6 counts of 2nd degree Manslaughter & 1 count of Arson, he is being held at the Broome County Correctional Facility without bail pending Grand Jury action.

Norwich Police Department executed a search warrant at 41 Cortland Street following an investigation into the sale and distribution of illegal narcotics. 39 year old Shawn Utter of Norwich, & 24 year old Brittany Cox were charged with several Counts of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Criminal Nuisance & Conspiracy, Officers seized cash from suspected drug sales, drug measuring equipment, methamphetamine, fentanyl, cocaine, marijuana, various pills, & weapons, The Village of Sidney Police Department assisted on scene with their drug detecting K9 unit, Utter was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility without bail pending further proceedings. Cox was processed and arraigned in Norwich City Court, where she was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $10,000 cash bail.

The FBI & the Johnson City Police Department arrested 69 year old Robert Randesi of Johnson City on federal drug & weapons charges after the execution of search warrant at a warehouse style building in Johnson City. Officers located over 20 pounds of suspected methamphetamine, quantities of marijuana, approximately $24,000 in cash, several firearms including AR-15 style rifles, ghost guns, firearm parts and ammunition, plus machinist tools and metal fabricating equipment consistent with tools used to construct or mill firearms & their parts. Randesi is currently in the Broome County Jail, He faces court action for both state and federal charges.

The State DOT announced the start of the $7 million Southside Oneonta Safety and Mobility Improvement Project, which will reduce traffic congestion and enhance pedestrian access along the State Route 23 and State Route 28 corridor. The project includes extended turning lanes, a new sidewalk and an additional pedestrian crosswalk, ADA-compliant curb ramps, plus 2 new bus stops for Oneonta Public Transit users, construction will be continuing through the fall of 2027.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 6-25-26

Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 43 year old Mark Andrews of Schenevus, for DWI, Refusal to take Breath Test, Failure to Keep Right, Driving on slopes and shoulders and Speed not reasonable and prudent following a 1 car property damage motor vehicle accident in the Town of Middlefield. Andrews was processed and released & will appear in Town of Middlefield Court at a later date.

State Police arrested 41 year old Donatello Lazarati of Baldwinsville for Grand Larceny, after an investigation revealed that Lazarati was working with the Assigned Counsel Program in Chenango County, Lazarati submitted duplicate billing to Chenango County for the same legal services and accepted payment. Chenango County sustained a financial loss of approximately $4,700. Lazarati was arrested was arrested, and was turned over to members of Troop C, he was processed & then transported to the Chenango County Jail for Centralized Arraignment.

The Chenango County Historical Society is collaborating with Commerce Chenango to host the annual Summer Barn Party from 5 to 7 pm. on June 25 at 43 Rexford Street. Historical Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin said that they will also be trying to raise funds during the events:

(Jessica Moquin 6-25-26)

The event will have live entertainment, food & soft drinks, this year’s Summer Barn Party will also serve as a Commerce Chenango “Business After Hours,” event, more information about this and other Society programs can be found at chenangohistorical.org

Delaware County Public Health will hold their next free rabies clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets in Roxbury today from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at the Highway Garage on State Highway 30. Pre-registration is suggested at health.ny.gov/go2clinic, more information about rabies is available at 607-832-5200.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-22-25

Broome County 911 Center received multiple reports of a fire at the Knights Inn, at 2603 East Main Street in Endwell, at about 6:00 AM today, a total of 6 fatalities have been confirmed. Additional information, including the identities of the victims, will be released at a later time, 2 others were taken to Wilson Medical Center. over 70 residents have been displaced and are being assisted by the Red Cross. A temporary shelter has been set up at the Vestal United Methodist Church. Endwell Fire Department arrived to find heavy black smoke in the front of the building and flames showing from the rear of the building. The fire spread rapidly, and multiple Fire Departments, ambulance crews and police agencies arrived on scene to assist. The New York State Office of Fire, the Broome County Office of Emergency Services, Broome County Mobile Crisis Response Team is on scene, the cause of the fire is under investigation.

Tomorrow is is Primary Election day around the State. Democrats will vote statewide for the Comptroller candidate between long time incumbent Tom DiNapoli and challengers Drew Warshaw and Raj Goyle. Locally Democrats in the 102nd Assembly District will decide between 3 candidates, Thomas Boomhower, Janet Tweed & Mary Finneran. In the Republican Primaries locally, Peter Oberacker & Alexander Portelli are seeking the nomination to be on the ballot for the 19th Congressional District, in the 51st State Senate District, the Republican candidates are Chris Tague & Terry Bernardo, for Otsego County Sheriff, Incumbent Rich Devlin faces a challenge from Mike Stalter, In Afton, Jason Wicks is challenging long time Town Supervisor John Lawrence.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-22-26

State Police arrested 56 year old Joel Salinas of Bainbridge following a traffic stop on Chenango County Road 35 last Tuesday. Troopers observed a vehicle committing multiple violations, initiated a traffic stop, Troopers observed a sawed-off shot gun and other illegal weapons, Salinas was driving to sell the shotgun, the investigation resulted in the seizure of several other illegally possessed weapons. Salinas was charged with multiple counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Criminal Sale of a Firearm, he was processed & transported to the Chenango County Jail for Centralized Arraignment.

The National Weather Service announced that their survey teams confirmed 2 tornadoes Thursday, an EF-1 just south of Rock Stream in Yates County & an EF-0 near Cortland, other locations were surveyed in Cortland County, though it was determined that strong winds were the cause of damage east of where the tornado lifted.

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 6-18-26

NYSEG reported a high of over 14,400 customers without power across the western Counties of the state, following strong thunderstorms earlier today, crews have been working to restore power as soon as possible, much of the area was also under a Tornado watch, which expired at 3:00 PM, only about 250 NYSEG customers lost power in the Tri-County region.

The Broome County Sheriff's Office updated the public on the recent Salmonella outbreak at the jail, with 12 hospitalized over hundreds sickened, Broome County Health Department Director Olivia Catalano spoke at this afternoon's press conference:

(Olivia Catalano 6-18-26)

Broome County Executive Jason Garnar stated that while many have called for the quick dismissal of the Food Care Provider, that process would take months to dismiss and appoint a new provider, he referenced a similar situation several years ago with a food provider at an area nursing home:

(Jason Garnar 6-18-26)

There are no current hospitalizations among the inmates, Health care workers are remaining on site to continue to monitor the situation to insure that another outbreak does not occur.

State DOT announced today that starting on June 29th, they will be replacing a culvert, leading to Route 23 west of Ashcraft Road, the project is expected to take about 6 weeks, a detour will lead traffic onto County Road 10, County Road 10A and State Route 12 through Pharsalia, Preston and Norwich. Drivers are encouraged to use caution and give themselves ample time in their commutes.

The Chenango County Historical Society is collaborating with Commerce Chenango to host the annual Summer Barn Party from 5 to 7 pm. on June 25 at 43 Rexford Street. There will be live entertainment, food & soft drinks, this year’s Summer Barn Party will also serve as a Commerce Chenango “Business After Hours,” event, more information is available at chenangohistorical.org

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 6-18-26

State Police arrested 27 year old Jon Hertzog of Port Crane for DWI following a 2 vehicle crash on Interstate 88 Tuesday in the town of Chenango. An investigation determined that the vehicles crashed while entering a 1 lane only construction zone, Troopers administered Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, which indicated impairment, Hertzog was arrested, his B.A.C was .14%, he was processed and issued appearance tickets to the Chenango Town Court on July 28.

41 year old Alex Scrivani of Claryville pleaded guilty to Criminal Mischief in Delaware County Court On May 11, a deputy was flagged down by multiple individuals reporting a male that was pulling on door handles of multiple residences and going into a local business, the Deputy located Scrivani, who was uncooperative, it was determined that Scrivani went into a building and damaged a screen door, he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility pending sentencing on June 30th.

Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 25 year old Tara Tilley of Norwich for DWI, Consumption of Alcohol in Motor Vehicle, and several traffic violations, following a personal injury motor vehicle accident in the Town of Morris. Tilley was Defendant was issued appearance tickets for Town of Morris Court at a later date.

Broome County Sheriff’s deputies arrested 2 people in 2 separate motorcycle pursuits. On April 23, Broome County Sheriff’s Officers observed a motorcycle traveling at a high rate of speed in Binghamton, Deputies attempted a traffic stop, but the motorcycle operator led them on a chase throughout the area, eventually crashing on Pierce Creek Rd. 56 year old Donald Stocks of Johnson City was charged with Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle, Obstructing Governmental Administration, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle and 10 additional traffic violations. In the 2nd Incident, on April 24th, Deputies observed a motorcycle traveling at a high rate of speed in Binghamton, the operator failed to comply and fled into Kirkwood, Patrols terminated the pursuit, but a short time later, they found the bike disabled, 23 year old Osciano Swartz of Binghamton was taken into custody without further incident, he was charged with Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer, Reckless Endangerment, Obstructing Governmental Administration & 16 various traffic violations. Both men face court action shortly.

Year 3 of the Explore Chenango Outdoor Challenge has been announced by the Chenango County Department of Public Health and the Chenango County Planning Department. Kickoff day for the challenge will be Friday, interested participants can pick up a Trail map brochure in the lobby of the Chenango County office building & they can also complete it online at Chenangocountyny.gov/206/Public-Health. To complete the Challenge, Walk, Hike, Bike or Paddle 7 of the 14 locations on the trail map, Submit your completed log to Chenango County Public Health by September 4. For more information, visit alltrails.com or cnyhiking.com; or call Chenango County Planning and Development Department at 607-337-1640 or the Chenango County Health Department at 607-337-1660.

Next to New in Sidney will open at their brand new location in Sidney today, volunteers Maria Sherwood & Julie Van Buren told WCDO News where the new location is :

(Maria Sherwood Julie Van Buren 5-1-26)

More information is available at the Next to New Facebook page.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-30-26

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to a complaint for a violation of a Delaware County Family Court Order of Protection. Deputies arrested 39-year-old Jonathan Gutliph of Hamden, he had violated the Order shortly after being served, he was charged with Criminal Contempt & was processed at the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office and turned over to the Correctional Facility where he was arraigned and held on bail.

Binghamton Police arrested 46-year-old Shantay O’Donnell of Virginia, O'Donnell was charged with multiple counts of criminal possession of a weapon & was wanted in Virginia & Maryland on felony charges and she was being held in the Broome County Jail pending extradition.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-27-26

State Police arrested 46 year old James Lewis of Binghamton after a dispute that resulted in another man sustaining serious injuries. Lewis has been charged with 1st Degree Robbery & Assault, On Friday afternoon, Troopers were dispatched to Endicott for a report of a male who had been struck multiple times by a baseball bat following a dispute. The 48 year old unidentified victim was taken to Wilson Medical Center, where he underwent surgery & was listed in stable condition. An investigation determined that Lewis and the victim had previously traded e-bikes, with the victim expected to pay Lewis, when he failed to provide payment, Lewis struck him multiple times with a baseball bat then left the area with the e-bike. Troopers located Lewis Saturday, was taken into custody without incident, and the e-bike was recovered. Lewis was processed & was turned over to the Broome County Jail for Arraignment.

Broome County Sheriff’s Office and numerous local fire departments responded last Wednesday to a house fire at 803 Hill Avenue in the Town of Union. Firefighters found a fully involved fire, after extinguishing the fire, a victim was located inside the residence, deceased. The deceased victim was identified as 86 year old Joyce Bassos, There were no other occupants in the residence. The cause of the fire is under investigation, The preliminary investigation does not indicate any criminal action.

The Deposit Village Board has decided to discontinue their contract with the Broome County Sheriff's Office to have a dedicate law enforcement presence in Deposit. The move comes about 6 years after the dissolution of the Deposit Police Department. Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar released a statement saying the\at the decision will make emergency response times in the Village unpredictable, they will respond to emergencies along with the New York State Police going forward.

The Chenango County Historical Society is seeking a Patron Engagement Coordinator to enhance community engagement and visitor experience, with a focus on capacity-building and strategic development. Interested job seekers can review the job description and apply for the position online at chenangohistorical.org/jobs.

A.M. NEWS Monday 4-27-26

Broome County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle parked at a residence in the Town of Sanford Tuesday. Deputies located the suspicious vehicle and performed a traffic stop. The driver, 29 year old Philip Briggs of Deposit told deputies that he had picked up the passenger, 37 year old Emily Cecere of Binghamton, who claimed to have been staying at the residence, The owner confirmed that no one was authorized to stay there. Briggs was found to have a burglary tool in his possession and Cecere was found to be in possession of a credit card belonging to a deceased individual who lived at the residence. Briggs was charged with Burglary, Possession of Burglar Tools and Conspiracy, Cecere was charged with Burglary and Conspiracy, they will face court action shortly.

During Earth Week, The State DEC announced a total of 23 municipalities certified under New York State’s Climate Smart Communities Certification program. The certifications recognize that these communities have taken actions to reduce flood risk, address extreme heat, invest in clean energy, improve infrastructure, reduce air pollution, and increase resilience across the state. Bronze certified and re certified communities include: Village of Cooperstown, the Town of Middlefield & Otsego County.

Otsego County Hazard Mitigation Plan is available for review, and there will be online meetings regarding that plan, tonight from 6:00 to 7:00 PM and on Tuesday from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. More information can be found at otsegocounty.com and then scroll to the Planning Department hazard mitigation plan for the links to the meetings.

P.M. NEWS Wednesday 3-25-26

Governor Hochul has been making stops around the state to gain support for her Affordability agenda, as prices are skyrocketing at the pump, in the ability to building more housing and Cutting the cost of Auto insurance due to fraud:

(Hochul 3-25-25)

Governor Hochul is also backing off on some on some of her lofty goals regarding electric vehicles, there is 1 week to go to get the state budget passed on time for the beginning of the next fiscal year.

22 year old Shawn Lynch of Binghamton, pleaded guilty today to 1st Degree Assault & and will serve 9 years in a State Prison, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision. This conviction stems from a shooting on April 13, 2025, in Binghamton. Binghamton Police responded to a report of shots fired and learned that the victim had been transported to Wilson Hospital, where he underwent emergency surgery and survived. Police determined that the victim had been following his ex-girlfriend in a vehicle when the 2 became involved in an argument, Lynch was in a nearby driveway & fired multiple shots at the victim, striking him in the arm and chest. Sentencing for Lynch is scheduled for June 24th in Broome County Court.

Law Enforcement agencies are warning residents about potential scams involving callers posing as DIRECTV employees. The callers tell victims that their service will be terminated and that they need to call back to continue their discounts. The scammer then requests personal information from the victim, Law Enforcement reminds people to never give personal information, to cold calls, those who receive the latest scam calls should contact DIRECTV at the phone numbers listed on its website, directv.com

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 3-25-26

Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 26 year old Anthony Lynn of Unadilla for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Introducing Dangerous Contraband, following an investigation in to an inmate being in possession of a controlled substance in the Otsego County Correctional Facility. Investigation revealed that while being admitted to the correctional facility on unrelated charges, Lynn was in possession of cocaine, Lynn turned himself in to the Sheriff’s Office, he was processed, was arraigned and released on his own recognizance.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-20-26

Sidney Police Department responded to a 3 vehicle head on collision Thursday Morning at about 10:20 AM on State Route 8 & River Street. Upon arrival, officers determined that a commercial Box Truck traveling southbound on State Route 8, was involved in a head-on collision with 2 vehicles traveling in the opposite direction. 1 driver sustained injuries and was transported by Lifenet to Upstate Medical University Hospital for treatment. The other two drivers were treated at Tri-Town Regional Hospital and subsequently released. The Sidney Police Department was assisted at the scene by the Sidney Fire Department, Sidney EMS, State Police & DOT, among others, The cause of the accident remains under investigation at this time.

51 year old Timothy Hoose of Berkshire, was sentenced today in Broome County Court following his conviction for Grand Larceny after a Jury Trial. Hoose was sentenced to a term of 2 to 6 years in New York State Prison, also the Court entered a Civil Judgment in favor of the victim. Hoose operated a business known as H&H Contracting, he entered into a construction contract with the victim to build a garage on the victim’s property, the victim paid a $15,000 down payment, Hoose illegally converted over $3,000 of those funds for other purposes unrelated to the project. Hoose further failed to provide the victim with an accounting and disposition of the trust funds despite a written request, as required by Law.

Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 40 year old Christopher Ashton of Otego for Sex Offender Failure to Notify Change of Address. The investigation revealed that Ashton, who is a level 1 sex offender, did not report a change of address to the State Sex Offender Registry within 10 days, he was arrested, processed and was released on an Appearance Ticket to the Town of Middlefield Court at a later date, he was being held at the Otsego County Correctional Facility on a parole warrant.

The Afton Sertoma Club's Goofy Golf event will be held at the Afton School Saturday, starting at 11:00 am, participants will play miniature golf throughout the school building, the event is the Sertoma's key fundraiser to fund area programs.

Chenango County Health Department will hold a Rabies vaccination Clinic for dogs cats & Ferrets Saturday morning at 9:00 am, the clinic will be held at the Guilford Highway Department.

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 2-12-26

Broome County District Attorney's office announced that the 4 Binghamton residents arrested last week have been indicted by a Broome County Grand Jury on multiple felony weapons charges following an investigation into reports of gunfire near the Wittman Lane Watershed on February 4th. Broome County Sheriff’s Office, and the Port Dickinson Police Department responded following a report that 4 males were observed walking toward the dam, followed by reports of multiple gunshots in the area. Officer arrested the 4 who were processed & released on bail, Indicted this week were 23 year old Samear Wallace, 21 year old Jahliek Walker-Coates, 21 year old Isaiah Johnson and 25 year old Johnathan Ayala, they face court action on the indictments shortly.

The CHENANGO COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE arrested 42 year old Jamie Button of the Town of Plymouth for Obstruction of Governmental Administration. During an investigation of an unrelated incident on December 27th, 2025, Button provided deputies with false information into the whereabouts of a wanted subject in order to prevent the apprehension of the subject. Button was taken into custody without incident, was processed and released on an appearance ticket for the Town of Otselic Court at a later date. The Obstruction charge is punishable by up to one year in jail or three years' probation, and a $1,000 fine.

A.M. NEWS 2-12-26

44 year old James McNeilly of Endicott, was sentenced in Broome County Court to a State Prison term of 3 to 6 years, he was sentenced as a second time felony offender based upon his prior conviction for Attempted Strangulation in 2016. The present conviction stems from an incident that occurred on July 21, 2025 where McNeilly attempted to enter the Broome County Department of Social Services building in the City of Binghamton with a metal knuckle knife. During the screening process by Broome County Security Officers, McNeilly placed an item into the screening bin.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-5-26

The State Comptroller's Office audited the Delaware County Industrial Development Agency, which found that officials did not properly monitor projects and maintain a transparent website, auditors recommended that Agency officials improve their monitoring efforts over job performance, sales and tax exemptions, mortgage recording tax exemptions and capital investments. Agency officials did not verify whether project owners met agreed-upon job creation and retention goals, they did not obtain affidavits or other documentation to substantiate the claims by project owners, instead, the board relied on the good faith of the project owners to report benefits and comply with project agreements.

The Otsego County Sheriff's Office announced that starting Feb. 1, all visitors must arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled visitation hour to register and be processed by staff. A 5-minute grace period will be provided to accommodate unforeseen circumstances. Visitors arriving 5 minutes or less from the top of the hour will need to wait until the next scheduled period. The Sheriff's Office stated these changes are intended to strengthen facility operations while ensuring safety and security for staff, inmates, and visitors.

Former Broome County Family Court Judge Rick Miller has lost an appeal of a lawsuit that found he had sexually harassed his secretary. Miller had appealed a jury verdict in July that found that he had created a hostile work environment through sexually explicit comments, demands and threats. The jury awarded his former secretary Rachel Gallagher $200,000 dollars in compensatory damages. Federal Judge Glenn Suddaby denied Miller’s motion for a new trial, he granted Gallagher’s request to have Miller pay her attorney fees.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the new year will bring new affordable health care laws. Effective on January 1, 2026, Health insurers will be required to cover medically necessary EpiPens and cap out-of-pocket costs at $100 per year, breast cancer screening and imaging, and the cost of scalp cooling systems to reduce hair loss during chemotherapy.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-5-25

Broome County Sheriff’s Office responded to a fatal motor vehicle accident involving a tractor trailer late Friday night on I-88 near Exit 3 in the Town of Fenton. The tractor trailer operated by 54 year old Vicky Chadwick of Pennsylvania went across the median, into opposing lanes and went over the embankment on its side in a drainage ditch. Deputies broke the windshield of the tractor trailer cab, extracted Chadwick, began CPR until EMS arrived on the scene to continue lifesaving actions, Chadwick was declared deceased at the scene.

36 year old Ariel Devers of Margaretville was charged with making a terroristic threat agains the Delaware County Department of Social Services, threatening to shoot up the County Office Building in Delhi. Devers was taken into custody by Delhi Police and was held at the Delaware County Jail pending arraignment.

Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 44 year old Jimmy Tatum of Rockingham, North Carolina for 2nd degree Assault, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing or Blood Circulation & Harassment, after Deputies responded to a residence in Cooperstown for a physical domestic incident with serious burns and other injuries. Tatum also accused of operating a vehicle while intoxicated after the Domestic Dispute, and was additionally charged with Driving While Intoxicated, Operating a Motor Vehicle with a BAC of .08 or higher, Aggravated Unlicensed Operator and other vehicular charges, Tatum was turned over to Corrections staff to await arraignment on the warrant.

Otsego County Sheriff's Department arrested 44 year old Elizabeth Nash of Sidney for Felony Bail Jumping, she is accused of failing to appear in court on 5 occasions, she was located and arrested & was turned over to Otsego County Corrections pending Arraignment.

P.M. NEWS Tuesday 12-9-25

The National Weather Service has issued a "WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY" from 4:00 AM WEDNESDAY TO 1:00 Thursday, local Meteorologist Rich Townsend comments:

(Rich Townsend 12-9-25)

We'll have the Tri-County Forecast at the end of this news cast.

Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies responded Sunday to a burglary in the Town of Union. Deputies found the suspect, 42 year old Nicholas Sacco of Endicott lying on the ground while the homeowner stood nearby holding a snow shovel. Sacco was taken into custody, the homeowner was treated at the scene by EMS for lacerations to his arm. The homeowner reported hearing glass breaking nearby, and then from the back of his own house, he discovered Sacco attempting to break in, pushed him off his enclosed porch, Sacco attempted re-entry & the homeowner stuck Sacco repeatedly with a snow shovel. Deputies discovered that the property next door, was also burglarized. Sacco was charged with 2nd & 3rd Degree Burglary, plus 2 counts of criminal mischief, he was arraigned and remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility.

Delaware County Business Alliance & the Department of Economic Development have released the 2025 Business Needs Survey, as they look for feedback on challenges like workforce, housing, broadband, and growth. The survey is linked on Department of Economic Development Face Book Page or can be found at surveymonkey.com.

The State Labor department announced that the state unemployment rate remains at about 4.4%, the rate has been around 4% steadily since September of 2023. Currently there are about 7.6 million unemployed in New York State 398,000

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 12-9-25

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office announced that an inmate at the Correctional Facility was found unresponsive in his bed at approximately 6:00 AM on Monday. 54 year old William Warnock of Binghamton was found unresponsive by members of the Corrections Division, staff administered CPR and a defibrillator, but were unable to revive him. A full autopsy will be conducted by the Broome Medical Examiner, The Correctional Facility is conducting a full investigation and are cooperating with the Attorney General and the State Commission on Corrections. Warnock had entered the facility on June 27, and was serving a sentence for robbery and menacing from the City of Binghamton Police Department.

A Chenango County grand jury indicted Brian Currie for 2nd-degree burglary, 3rd-degree assault & 2 counts of endangering the welfare of a child. The Indictments accused Currie of unlawfully entering a building on or about July 30th, in the Town of Guilford with the intent to commit a crime, assault an individual, and acted in a manner likely to be injurious to children present during the alleged break-in. Currie faces action on the Indictments in Chenango County Court at a later date.

The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office announced the successful completion of its annual No-Shave October and November fundraiser, in which members of the Road Patrol Division and Corrections Division raised $2,500 to support veterans in Delaware County. This year’s proceeds were donated to the Delaware County Veterans Service Agency.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-19-25

The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office has been officially awarded Civil Re-accreditation by the New York State Sheriffs’ Association for the period commencing October 2025, through October 2030. Sheriff DuMond told WCDO news what this means:

(Sheriff Craig DuMond 11-19-25)

DuMond said that about 30% of law enforcement agencies across the state earn the Civil Accreditation.

Broome County Sheriff's Office arrested 22 year old Ross Guglielmetti of Deposit,on a number of charges, following a pursuit through Broome, Chenango & Otsego Counties. Guglielmetti was charged with Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, Tampering with Physical Evidence, Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle, Obstruction of Governmental Administration, Reckless Endangerment & resisting arrested, he face court action at a later date.

The New York State Department of Health has sent out an alert, warning New Yorkers or a new scam. Health department officials stated that Telephone scammers are mimicking the Department, some New Yorkers have been receiving phone calls from people identifying themselves as a Department of Health Employee, they will ask for information about a controlled substance prescription, adding to the confusion, the caller ID may even say the caller is from the Department of Health. Officials said that the Health Department will not make such calls to private citizens, they advise people who receive these calls to hang up & alert local law enforcement.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 11-19-25

The City of Norwich Police Department arrested 51 year old Delf King of Norwich for 2nd & 4rd Degree Robbery, plus criminal mischief & Grand larceny, following an investigation of a robbery in the City on April 6th. King is accused of attacking a victim on East Main Street, causing multiple bleeding injuries, & forcibly stole the victim's cell phone, and smashed it, he then retreated to his residence, retrieved a firearm, and pointed it at the victim. King appeared in Chenango County Arraignment Court where bail was set at $5,000 cash, He was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility and will appear in City of Norwich Court at a later date.

Chobani announced that the City of Rome Planning Board approved Chobani's plan to build a facility, consisting of 8 buildings. A new design was required as the FAA said parts of the original facility were too close to the runway of the Griffiss Airport, and the 130 foot building is being moved to another part of the campus.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-3-25

Norwich Police arrested 59 year old Richard Clemons of Norwich on numerous counts of Rape, promoting a sexual performance by a child, possessing a sexual performance by a child, forcible touching, endangering the welfare of a child, Tampering with physical evidence & sexual abuse. Norwich police & the Chenango County Child advocacy Center received information of a an adult performing sexual activities with a 13 year old juvenile, Clemons was taken into custody, he was arraigned and was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $50,000 cash bail pending future court action.

Many local races are on the ballot for Election day tomorrow, in the Town of Sidney, 5 people are running for 2 seats on the town Board, Incumbents Bill Heath & Frank Selleck are looking to keep their spots on the Board, first, Bill Heath:

(Bill Heath 11-3-25)

Frank Selleck wants to continue on the board, to continue his tenure:

(Frank Selleck 11-3-25)

Republican Andy Hinkley feels that the Town of Sidney has not shared in prosperity in many years:

(Andy Hinkley 11-3-25)

Former Marine Rich DeCola told WCDO that he feels that collaboration between the Town & Village of Sidney has been lacking:

(Rich DeCola 11-3-25)

Jesse Wakeman is a young businessman who feels that partisan politics has prevented Sidney from moving forward in recruiting business and building housing:

(Jesse Wakeman 11-3-25)

Also, Giffen Ott is challenging Incumbent Eric Wilson for Sidney Town Supervisor.

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 Troopers responded last Tuesday to State Highway 28 near County Highway 6 in the town of Middletown for a 2-vehicle crash. An investigation determined that an SUV driven by 36 year old Natasha Reed of Delhi crossed into on-coming traffic, into the path of an SUV driven by 57 year old Ernest Bilzer of Fleischmanns. Reed was pronounced deceased at Margaretville Hospital, Bilzer was transported to O’Connor Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. The investigation is on-going.

Delaware County Sheriffs Office arrested 43 year old James Clark of Stamford for Promoting Prison Contraband, Last Week members of the Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division investigated a report from Corrections personnel in which an incarcerated individual was found to be in possession of medication that he had diverted.  Clark was charged with Promoting Prison Contraband, Clark was later arraigned, where bail was set at $1,000 cash and $2,000 bond on the new charge. Clark was then remanded back to the custody of the Delaware County Jail on the original charges.

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-28-25

48 year old Grady Hunter of Binghamton pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Weapon in Broome County Court Monday, moments before jury selection was set to begin. Hunter is already serving a 10-year state prison sentence, he will serve an additional 5-year state prison term, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision. Hunter's latest plea stems from an incident on July 19, 2024, in Johnson City after a woman reported to police that a male subject had a gun, Hunter fired a round through his ex-girlfriend’s apartment door. Hunter is scheduled to be sentenced on January 29, 2026, his other prison sentence also came from a weapons charge. The 2 state prison sentences will run consecutively, resulting in a total sentence of 15 years in state prison, followed by 10 years of post- release supervision.

Town of Sidney Board member Kevin Greene and Engineer Darius Palmer are exploring a plan to possibly turn part of the former Acco complex into an aviation college. A meeting was held Friday with local lawmakers, Economic Development experts & SUNY Delhi representatives to see if these plans could come to fruition, according to Kevin Greene:

(Kevin Greene 10-28-25)

Greene said that Palmer approached him with this idea after returning to Sidney after College, which called for aviation industry classes & training at the former Acco Building, which is right next to the Sidney Airport.

The Dick’s Sporting Goods Open announced that Kelsea Ballerini will be performing at En-Joie Golf Course in Endicott on Friday, June 26th next year. Ballerini has enjoyed several hits in her young career and in February she debuted as a coach on the 27th season of The Voice. The Dick’s Sporting Goods Open runs from June 22 to June 28. Tickets go on sale on November 14 at 10:00 AM online at Ticketmaster.com.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-28-25

Chenango County Health Department reported that a raccoon found along State Highway 80 between Sherburne and Columbus was tested by the Wadsworth Laboratories, and was found to have rabies. Residents and visitors in the area are advised to not pick up or handle any stray or wild animal, If your pet or livestock is behaving strangely contact your veterinarian immediately. Make sure all your dogs, cats, ferrets, and livestock are vaccinated against rabies. For more information, contact the Chenango County Health Department, (607) 337-1673

The State Attorney General’s Office has filed a lawsuit seeking to permanently ban the owners of Royalty Tobacco in the Price Chopper Plaza on Route 7 in Oneonta from selling vape products in the state. The owners of the business; Eysa Sharhan and Anmed Mozed have previously faced charges of selling vaporized tobacco to underage customers, they shut down their businesses and reopened under new names 3 times, the state Department of Health has levied $195,000 in fines against the illegal smoke shop owners, the latest action could shut them down permanently.

Otsego County Area Candidates for public office will participate in a debate this evening at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street in Oneonta. Candidates for Oneonta Mayor, Oneonta 7th Ward Common Council, Town of Oneonta Supervisor, & County Representatives for the 4th & 13th District will participate, starting at 6:00 PM.

There are 2 candidates running for the Guilford Town Supervisors position this year, incumbent Sue McIntyre told WCDO news about some the successes they have had:

(Sue McIntyre 10-28-25)

Gilda Ward is seeking the position as well, she said that the Town supervisor position is not only important for Guilford, but also for the seat on the Chenango County Board of Supervisors:

(Gilda Ward 10-28-25)

The 2 ran against each other 2 years ago with McIntyre winning the position, Election day is Tuesday November 4th.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-26-25

Chenango County launched a website Thursday for the construction project at the 5 Court Street Campus, Chenango County Attorney Zachary Wentworth explains:

(Zachary Wentworth 9-26-25)

The website is available at chenangocountyny.gov, it explains the issues with the 3 parts of the campus, the Project is anticipated to be long-term investment of about $35 Million Dollars, with the possibility of state and or federal assistance for the project.

Delaware County Historical Association will Unveil a Women's Suffrage Marker in Delhi on Saturday Morning at 11:15 am, adjacent to the Delaware National Bank on Delhi's Main Street. The ceremony will take place during Delhi's annual Harvest Festival on Courthouse Square. The marker recognizes the importance of this location in the local effort to allow women the legal right to vote in the early years of the last century.

The Chenango County Sheriff's Office announced that a Free Child Car Seat Safety Check will be held Saturday at Visions FCU on State Highway 12 in Norwich. The event will run from 9:00 Am to 12:00 Noon.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-26-25

State Police arrested 36 year old Nathanael Manwaring of Maine, for allegedly intentionally striking a victim with his pick-up truck, killing the victim. State Police responded Wednesday to the report of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in a driveway on Lamb Road in the Town of Nanticoke. Manwaring is accused of intentionally striking 41 year old Rodney Clark of Binghamton, following a dispute. Clark was taken to Wilson Hospital by a private vehicle where he succumbed to his injuries. Manwaring has been charged with 2nd degree Murder, 1st degree Manslaughter, he was processed and transported to the Broome County Correctional Facility for Arraignment.

The City of Norwich is one of this year’s Preserve New York grantees, they will receive $20,000 to fund the Broad Street-Main Street Historic District Nomination. The City's district includes 21 contiguous buildings located between Main Street at the northern boundary to Hayes Street at the southern boundary. The Designation will update information from previously prepared National Register Nominations and encourage owners to invest in preserving and improving their historic buildings.

On Saturday, September 6th, from 11 am. to 3 pm., the New York State Police will be hosting a “Service Day” open house event at the State Police Academy on the Harriman State Office Campus at 1220 Washington Avenue in Albany. The event is free & is open to the public, there will be live demonstrations, including our K9 Unit, Aviation Unit, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (drone) unit, Underwater Recovery Team and more. There will also be free child safety seat installations, fun family activities and food trucks.

The Tri-County Chapter of the New York State Women's Inc.'s annual AMBA blood Screening clinic will be held this Saturday at the Sidney Elks'; Lodge of River Street from 6:00 to 10:00 AM. Participants must have a prescription from their Doctor, appointments must be made at 1-800-234-8888.

State Police conducted an Underage Drinking Detail Friday in Delaware County. 12 area business in Sidney, Masonville, Walton, Delhi, & Franklin were in compliance, 1 business was not in compliance, as an employee of Carroll and Carvers Wine and Spirits in Sidney was issued an appearance ticket for the violation for Prohibited Sale of Alcohol to a Person Under 21. During these investigations, businesses are checked utilizing a Trooper in plain clothes and one or several underage operatives who cannot lie about their age or provide a false date of birth.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-2-25

19 year old Jayden Aviles of Maryland, New York, appeared in Delaware County Court & pleaded guilty to 1 count of Criminally Negligent Homicide, On September 29, 2024, the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched for a 1 car MVA into a house on State Route 23 in the Town of Davenport, they determined that Aviles was the driver of the vehicle and appeared to be impaired by drugs, his vehicle had hit 2 individuals in the house, with one suffering injuries and the other passing as a result of the crash. Sentencing will be held on November 18th.

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office concluded the death investigation in the Town of Conklin that has been ruled a murder-suicide stemming from an ongoing family dispute. On Friday, August 22nd, 65 year old Michael Shuta of Conklin was found deceased in Montrose, Pennsylvania, Shuta’s death was ruled a suicide from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, Police in Pennsylvania and New York believe that Shuta shot his nephew, 41 year old Matthew Slavetskas of Conklin, who was found dead by Officers at his Brady Hill Road residence. Detectives reported that both pistols used in the murder and the suicide were registered to Shuta.

21 year old Joseph Vanblarcom of Middletown was sentenced in Delaware County Court last week to 1 year in prison for Grand Larceny. Vanblarcom admitted that he and 2 other individuals entered City of New York property and stole a DEP owned woodchipper. VanBlarcom was placed on interim probation after his conviction, but he violated his probation when he was arrested for DWI in Ulster County, which increased his sentence to jail time.

The Chenango County Historical Society won a Technical Assistance grant, which will go for a Specialized Conservation Study for the roof of their building, the former Ward School No. 2, on Rexford Street in Norwich, Executive Director Jessica Moquin explains:

(Jessica Moquin 8-29-25)

The Preservation League of New York State and the State Council on the Arts selected 31 applicants in 20 counties to receive support totaling $347,500. Chenango County Historical Society will be working with Delta Engineers, Architects, & Surveyors to finalize roof replacement plans shortly.

UHS Delaware Valley Hospital has been awarded a $20 million grant through the State Department of Health. The Hospital recently announced plans to build a 4-story addition & the grant will support that expansion. The new building will house primary medical care services, specialty services, physical, occupational & speech therapy and a laboratory, The Medical Neighborhood Project is expected to begin shortly, with the anticipated completion by the end of 2027.

Delaware County Office for the Aging will present " Name that Scam" an interactive, and informative presentation from the Elder Abuse Center at Lifespan of Greater Rochester. The event will be held on September 25th at 10 am. at the Delaware County Sheriff's Department at 280 Phoebe Lane, Delhi, RSVP's are requested at 607-832-5750.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 8-27-25

State Police and the Broome County Sheriff’s Department responded to a residential fire at a home on Broad Street in the town of Chenango, A 26-year-old female resident had been able to get herself and two children, ages five and two, out of the home, but was unable to get to a one-year-old due to the heavy thick smoke. Troopers and Sheriff’s Deputies were able to get in through a window and get the one-year-old out of the home. The child was transported to Upstate Medical Center and passed away from the injuries sustained in the fire. Troopers are working with Broome County Fire Investigators to determine the cause of the fire.

Public Meeting #1 for the Otsego Lake Watershed Protection Plan will be held Today, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. at Glimmerglass State Park in the Lakeview Pavilion, at County Road 31, Cooperstown. The public meeting will provide an overview of the planning process and the desired outcome of the Watershed Protection Plan. A community survey will be launched during the public meeting and will be available for at least one month to gather additional input from the community. The Department of State provided funding to develop a Plan that identifies water quality threats and recommends local actions to safeguard the resource. Water quality in Otsego Lake is changing because of climate change, invasive species, and harmful inputs to the lake, the plan will identify causes of the degrading water quality and define specific actions to protect the lake and watershed.

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 8-14-25

The Military Medical free services, known as "Innovative Readiness Training", is available to all area residents, at the SUNY Broome Campus now through next week, it's the same program that has been held in recent years in Norwich & Walton, Jen Gregory of Southern Tier 8 explains:

(Jen Gregory 8-14-25)

The services are available from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM through wednesday August 20th, including on Saturday & Sunday.

The Walton Theatre Preservation Association looking to raise money for newer LED lights, plus fixtures & a digital control board to upgrade the 110 year old Theater’s lighting, Association President Jim Rice explains:

(Jim Rice 7-30-25)

Rice said that as part of the fundraising effort, they will be at the Delaware County Fair, August 11-16, 2025, with materials, donation info, and an example of the lighting display. For more information, visit waltontheatre.org.


A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 8-14-25

The Chenango County Board of Supervisors voted this week to allocate $1.5 million for consultation services from LeChase Construction, The Board is looking to go forward with a 35 Million dollar plan to build a new County Office Building in Norwich.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 8-13-25

The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 51 year old Thendara Hartwell of Plymouth for Making a Terroristic Threat and Falsely Reporting an Incident. On August 5th, the County's 911 Center received a call from Community Bank in Norwich stating that they received a bomb threat from an anonymous phone number. The Sheriff’s Office responded & evacuated multiple businesses, a State Police Explosives Detection Canine and bomb technician conducted a search of the entire premises and did not locate any signs of explosive devices & the businesses re-opened. After an investigation and execution of a search warrant, it was found that Hartwell made the threatening phone call from a blocked phone number and caused public alarm and inconvenience. Hartwell was taken into custody today & was arraigned & she was

remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $1,250 bail.

The family of legendary Binghamton Native Rod Serling announced that "SerlingFest 2025" will be held from Friday, September 19, through Sunday, September 21, at the Broome County Forum Theatre. Tickets are available at rodserling.com or at the Forum on event day.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 8-13-25

18 year old Kenneth Santiago-Pepin of Johnson City, was convicted of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, and was sentenced to a state prison term of 6 years, followed by 5 years of post release supervision. On January 30th, Johnson City Police responded to 22 Sanford Street for a report of shots fired, Santiago-Pepin approached the residence, produced a handgun, and fired at the building multiple times, officers apprehended Santiago-Pepin after a brief chase on foot, Police found that he possessed a 2nd weapon.

Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 38 year old Justin Quakenbush of Oneonta Monday for Grand Larceny, Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer and Reckless Endangerment. Deputies arrested Quackenbush following a report of a stolen vehicle, Deputies were able to locate the stolen vehicle in the City of Norwich, they initiated a traffic stop and Quackenbush failed to comply and led Deputies on a pursuit through the City and into the Town of New Berlin. Quackenbush stopped in South New Berlin where he was taken into custody, he was transported back to the Chenango County Sheriff's Office for processing and was arraigned & he was remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $10,000 bail.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 8-6-25

Chenango County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of a bomb threat Tuesday at about 1:00 PM that was made to Community Bank on State Highway 23 in the Town of Norwich. The building which included Community Bank, a Mirabito Gas Station, and Dunkin Donuts were quickly evacuated. Chenango County Sheriff’s Office and State Police responded and secured the scene, a State Police Explosives Detection Canine conducted a thorough search of the entire premises and did not locate any signs of any explosive devices, it was determined that there was no threat to the public and the businesses were back open at approximately 4:00 pm. The investigation to who made the threat is still ongoing.

52 year-old Terrell Heyward was sentenced to 21 years to life in prison today in Broome County Court. On January 11th, Heyward shot 54 year-old Sarah Hauer in the back of the head at the Woodburn Court apartment building on Exchange Street. The District Attorney's Office contended that Heyward was frustrated that his girlfriend, who was a friend of Hauer’s, wouldn’t see him. When Hauer told Heyward that his girlfriend was unavailable, he shot Hauer and fled these, leaving her to die.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 8-6-25

Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 37 year old Mohamad Haidar of Decatur, following an investigation into repeated domestic violence. Haidar was charged with Predatory Sexual Assault, plus multiple counts of 1st degree & 3rd degree Rape, 1st & 3rd degree Criminal Sexual Act, Assault, Stalking, Labor Trafficking, unlawful inprisonment, Strangulation, Criminal possession of a weapon & Overdriving, torturing, failure to provide proper sustenance for animals. Investigators were contacted by victims who reported sustaining severe abuse for several years while living with Haidar, where they were forced to live at the residence and submit to extreme abuse which often resulted in serious physical injury. Haidar was taken in to custody without incident, a search warrant was executed & evidence was seized. The Susquehanna SPCA removed numerous animals. Haidar was processed and was lodged in the Otsego County Correctional Facility for Arraignment, the investigation is on-going and additional charges are pending. If anyone has any additional information, they should call 607-547-1634.

35 year old Natasha Reed of Hamden was indicted on 2 counts by a Delaware County Grand Jury for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle. Reed allegedly possessed over 500 milligrams of cocaine, on November 26, 2024, Deputies conducted a traffic stop and found Reed to have a suspended license, officers seized cocaine and drug paraphernalia from the vehicle.

THE CHENANGO COUNTY FAIR opens today through Sunday at the fairgrounds in Norwich, with a wide variety of events, according to spokesperson Mary Weidman:

(Mary Weidman 8-6-25)

The full schedule of events can be found at chenangofair.com

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-21-25

Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 39 year old Thomas Kopech of Norwich Friday on an active Arrest Warrant from Town of Plymouth Court from an incident on May 31st, where Kopech allegedly broke into a residence in the Town of Plymouth and assaulted the victims inside the home. Kopech then fled the scene before Deputies responded which resulted in the warrant of arrest. Kopech was arrested without incident and arraigned & was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $10,000 cash bail. Kopec is to appear in court on a later date. Kopech was charged with Burglary, Criminal Mischief, Aggravated Criminal Contempt, Aggravated Sexual Abuse, Criminal Obstruction of Breath/Blood Circulation & Unlawful Imprisonment.

Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 27 year old Derek Mead of Walton for with 1 count each of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing, Assault and Unlawful Imprisonment, following the investigation into a domestic dispute last Tuesday in the Village of Walton. Mead is accused of being involved in a physical domestic dispute with another person while a child was present. Mead was processed and was turned over to Delaware County Correctional Facility to await Arraignment.

State Police will have 3 Car Seat Safety Checks this week, Technicians will be in Whitney Point Tuesday from 4 pm. – 7 pm. at 2612 Liberty Street, on Wednesday, from 4 pm. 7 pm. & Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00 at the Broome County Fair, at the Whitney Point Fairgrounds. Technicians will make sure the child is fitted in the correct type of seat, that it is installed correctly, more information is available at (607)591-7604.

The Delaware County Business Alliance will recognize several businesses and groups for their service to the county’s business community at its 2025 Business Awards celebration on August 20 at Stonewall Estate in DeLancey. Alliance President Ray Pucci told WCDO News about this year's winners:

(Ray Pucci 7-21-25)

Tickets for the dinner event are $95 per person. Reservations are required and may be made under the Events column at DelawareCounty.org.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-21-25

Warren County 911 received a call from 45 year old Luciano Frattolin of Canada, reporting his 9-year-old daughter Melina Frattolin was missing, with a possible abduction, in Lake George. As the case progressed, law enforcement identified inconsistencies in the father’s account of events and the timeline he provided. The girl was found dead in Ticonderoga, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office has turned the investigation over to State Police. Luciano Frattolin, has been arrested and is currently being held at the Essex County Jail, Luciano Frattolin, the father of Melina Frattolin, was charged with second-degree murder and concealing of a corpse, The investigation is ongoing,

Milford Fire Department and several other area Fire Departments responded Friday morning to a structure fire at the Milford Corner Store, 69 South Main Street. The fire spread to surrounding buildings, including a the retail building next door & 2 nearby residences; 2 Milford firefighters were able to rescue an occupant who was trapped on the 2nd floor of one of the involved residential buildings, the patient was treated & released at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown for smoke inhalation, 2 firefighters sustained minor injuries, and were evaluated at the scene & released.

Sidney EMS & State Police responded to a motor vehicle accident on Delaware County Route 4 in Sidney, initial reports suggested that a vehicle rolled off the roadway with 3 possible injuries Sunday at about 5:40 PM Sunday, injured occupants were taken to area hospitals for the treatment of injuries, the cause of the crash is under investigation, The Operator was identified as 20 year old Kadance Maus of Walton.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-27-25

The Village of Sidney has 2 potential developments regarding a retail establishment and new housing, Sidney Code Enforcement Officer Jamie Cole told WCDO News first about the retail proposal:

(Jamie Cole 6-27-25)

Cole also said that plans are going forward with the proposed Clover Lane House development:

(Jamie Cole 2)

Cole & Sidney Mayor Ray Baker also told WCDO News that about 50 people are currently working for "Stiiizy" a cannabis manufacturing company in the former Acco plant, another un-named company still has plans to use one part of that facility for storage purposes, the building was sold to a San Diego Real Estate developer earlier this year.

Patrick Proefriedt of the town of Colesville was sentenced today in Broome County Court to 25 year to life in jail for 2nd degree murder. Proefriedt was arrested following the 2023 incident where he shot his newborn baby Eleanor with a crossbow and injured his wife, he pleaded guilty in March to the murder charge,

The FBI has announced the indictment of 63 year old Henry Garcia of Vero Beach Florida for "Sending a potentially hazardous material" charge, by mailing a letter last year to the New York Attorney General's Office in Albany, containing what was believed to be a biological weapon. The suspicious white powder was not a hazardous substance, the charge filed against Garcia carries a maximum term of five years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-27-25

Graduations continue for area school districts this weekend. Gilbertsville Mount Upton Seniors graduate this morning at 9:00 AM, Tonight, Milford seniors graduate at 6:00 PM, Afton, Deposit, Edmeston, Hancock, Laurens, Franklin, Windsor, Otselic Valley, Morris, Schenevus & Norwich will hold Commencement exercises at 7:00 PM, Charlotte Valley begins at 7:30PM. Saturday Morning Commencement exercises will begin at 9:)) Am for Harpursvile , followed by Sidney, Greene, & Walton at 10:00 AM, Oxford Academy at 11:00 AM South Kortright at 1:00 PM & Bainbridge Guilford at 7:00 PM.

Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 28 year old Kathleen Brown of Plymouth for Burglary & 3rd degree Grand Larceny, after receiving a larceny complaint of a vehicle. Brown is accused of taking a vehicle from a residence in the Town of Norwich without the owner's permission, she was located with the vehicle, by the City of Norwich Police Department & was taken into custody and released on an appearance ticket to appear in the Town of Norwich Court at a later date.

Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 53 year old Nancy Losee of Norwich for 4th Degree Grand larceny for allegedly stealing Merchandise for a Norwich business she was processed and released on an appearance ticket to appear in the Town of Norwich Court at a later date.

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-15-25

33 year old Drew J. Garnier of Masonville was sentenced to a total of 30 years in prison to be followed by 15 years of post-release supervision for the killing of his pregnant wife Samantha and assaulting his 2 daughters. Garnier admitted to repeatedly stabbing his wife and children in their home on Houck Road in the Town of Masonville on September 4, 2024. Samantha and her unborn daughter died as a result of the stabbing. The children suffered significant injuries. Garnier pleaded guilty to 1st degree Manslaughter, and 2 counts of 1st degree Assault in March in Delaware County Court.

Delaware County sheriff's office provided an update regarding the head on collision on State Highway 206 in the Town of Walton Tuesday, where 1 of the vehicles went over an embankment. 3 of the occupants escaped from their vehicles, 1 was trapped. A vehicle operated by 68-year-old Steven Wilson of Irvington, crossed over the double yellow line and collided head on with an SUV operated by 19-year-old Lauren Winans-Houck of Roscoe, her SUV exited the roadway and traveled over the embankment. A passenger of the SUV was transported to Delaware Valley Hospital and was released. Winans-Houck was transported to Wilson Hospital in Binghamton for treatment of injuries and leg fractures, Wilson, and his passenger were air-lifted to Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, the passenger was treated for fractures & was released, Wilson remains in critical condition due to multiple fractures and internal injuries. The crash remains under investigation.

39 year old Kyle Butler of Binghamton was found guilty by a Broome County Jury for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. As a Second Felony Offender, Butler faces up to 12 years in State Prison when sentenced in Broome County Court on August 12th. Butler was arrested after a search warrant was executed by the Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force in November, where investigators uncovered cocaine, fentanyl, and U.S. Currency.

The Cullman Child Development Center will continue this year with their Summer series locally with events designed to be educational for area children, this year they added an old fashioned Soapbox Derby race to be held in July in Unadilla, Cullman Director Amy Williams explains:

(Amy Williams 5-15-25)

Corbin Curley is on the Summer Series Planning board & he told WCDO that he will be building a derby car with his son for the Derby Day:

(Corbin Curley 5-15-25)

The event will be held Sunday July 13th on Clifton Street in Unadilla, more information is available at ccdcderby.com.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-15-25

The Binghamton Police Department announced the identification of the victim from the stabbing at the Salvation Army on Tuesday as 57 year old Kevin Ray of Endicott. Michael Brutvan was charged with 2nd degree murder for the death of Ray, police responded at about 5:15 PM to a report of a stabbing at the Salvation Army, Ray with stab wounds to his shoulder and neck and succumbed to his injuries at an area hospital..

4 more former Marcy correctional officers appeared in Oneida County Court Wednesday for their alleged involvement in the beating death of Robert Brooks in December. Michael Fisher, Michael Mashaw, Nicholas Gentile, and David Walters appeared to answer to plea deals, Gentile accepted his deal on the charge of attempted tampering of physical evidence, he is accused of cleaning up the area where Brooks was beaten, and failing to report it to authorities.

President Trump is working to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau which is a federal agency that prevents Americans from getting scammed by big banks and corporations and responds to millions of consumer complaints each year. Trump has attempted to fire nearly 90% of the agency’s staff, including all but one employee of the Office of Financial Protection of Older Americans. Senator Gillibrand said that there other avenues that seniors can use if they are scammed, but it might not be sufficient if the President's cuts are implemented:

(Gillibrand 5-1-25)

Senator Gillibrand said that Older Americans are disproportionately the targets of scams and fraud; in 2023 alone, Americans over age 60 lost $3.4 billion to scams.

The Future for Oneonta Foundation is partnering with Otsego 2000 to develop an operations plan for an Oneonta Farmers’ Market, based on the model that has been working successfully year round in Cooperstown for more than 3 decades, Ellen Pope of Otsego 2000 explains:

(Ellen Pope 5-1-25)

Pope said that are looking for an indoor location close to the Oneonta downtown shopping district, Further details about the building project and market development should be announced in the coming months.

Local government sales tax collections totaled $5.8 billion in the first quarter of 2025, an increase of 3.2% compared to the same quarter last year, according to a report released by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Chenango County saw the highest quarterly growth at 11.8%, followed by Delaware County at 10.4%, & Broome County was 4th at 9.8%. 14 of 18 of the cities outside of New York City that impose their own sales tax experienced year-over-year growth in the first quarter. Norwich had the largest increase at 14.5%.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-1-25

Broome County Sheriff’s Strategic Response Group located 42 year old Christopher Knapp of Binghamton, in Binghamton this week. Knapp was wanted on 4 separate warrants, on charges of Burglary, a Probation Violation, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Failure to Appear. Knapp was observed working on a motorcycle, Upon seeing law enforcement, Knapp ran inside and attempted to escape, struggling briefly with deputies before being successfully taken into custody, he was additionally charged with Obstruction of Governmental Administration, he was processed before being transferred to Johnson City Police to answer for his warrant in that municipality.

5 more corrections officers appeared in Oneida County Court on Wednesday to discuss plea offers related to the beating death of inmate Robert Brooks, at Marcy Correctional Facility in December, none of the 5 reached a decision regarding their offers. The delay was due to all officer's attorneys receiving new discovery information from the prosecution, necessitating more time for their clients to consider options. Nicholas Anzalone and Christopher Walrath, both charged with murder, are scheduled to return to court on May 14 and 19. David Walters, Michael Mashaw, and Michael Fisher, charged with manslaughter, will also be back in court on May 14.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-31-25

The Village of Sidney announced that there will be a Public Hearing on the Tentative Budgets for General, Water and Sewer Funds for the Village of Sidney on Monday, April 14 at 7:00 PM. Sidney Mayor Ray Baker told WCDO News about this year's proposed budget:

(Ray Baker 3-31-25)

The meeting will be held in the Board Room of the Sidney Civic Center, Copies of the tentative budget are available in the Village Clerk’s Office Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force conducted a traffic stop on Bunn Hill Road in the Town of Vestal. A search of the vehicle revealed about 4 ounces of methamphetamine under a car seat where one of the 3 children present had been sitting during the traffic stop. The operator, 25 year old Lacey Brown of Binghamton, and passenger 25 year old Jacob Brown of Binghamton, were each charged with 2nd & 3rd Degree Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and 3 Counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Child Protective Services responded to the scene to take custody of the children until they were turned over to a trusted adult. Also seized from the traffic stop was $1,242 in US currency. Both Lacey and Jacob Brown were arraigned and remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility, where they remain in custody.

On Friday Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies observed a vehicle to be traveling at about 100 miles an hour in a 55-miles per hour zone, while passing another vehicle in the Town of Davenport. at that speed. Deputies identified the driver as 21-year-old Cash Carter of West Sayville, Deputies subsequently arrested and charged Carter with one count of Reckless driving, Speed Not Reasonable and Prudent and Obstructed View among other charges, Carter was released on traffic summonses and was directed to appear in the Town Davenport Court at a later date to answer the charges.

Delaware County Sheriff Deputies were dispatched in January to Liberty Street in Walton for a Trespass complaint, Deputies were advised by the owner of the property that 36-year-old Leanne Woolard was found in the storage area of the building but had left the area prior to patrols arrival, The owner previously reported Woolard had previously trespassed and was reported to Walton Police. An Arrest Warrant was issued for Criminal Trespass, On Friday Deputies located and arrested Woolard, she was processed and turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility for Arraignment.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-31-25

A Delaware County Grand Jury returned a 9-count indictment against 19 year old Alex Young of East Meredith, for various counts of Rape, Aggravated Sexual Abuse, 2nd degree sexual Abuse, Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child, Young allegedly possessed a performance which included sexual conduct by a child less than 16 years of age, he also is accused of having sexual contact with minors. Young appeared in the Delaware County Court for arraignment, bail was set at $100,000 bond and $50,000 cash.

The Oneonta Police Department along with the New York State Police, Otsego County District Attorneys Investigator and Norfolk Southern Railway Police are investigating an incident that occurred on the railway tracks in the City of Oneonta. In the early morning hours of Sunday, March 30, 2025, an individual was found deceased on the tracks. The cause of death is still under investigation and, while foul play has not been ruled out, there were no immediate signs of criminal activity at the scene. No further information will be released as family notifications still need to be made.

40 year old Elizabeth Motts pleaded guilty to 3rd degree Burglary in Delaware County Court last week. Troopers responded to Mountainside Creamery in February in the Town of Roxbury regarding a report that several items had been stolen. Signs of forced entry were discovered. Troopers noted that a former employee had stolen copper wire months before. On February 10th, law enforcement was sent to the scrap yard for an ongoing domestic, where Motts was fighting with a male while unloading several metal sheets onto the scales that would later be confirmed to be stolen. Motts later made admissions to assisting in the burglary of Mountainside Creamery and to the transportation of the stolen metal materials to the scrap yard.

After 18 years at the helm of UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital, Dr. Drake Lamen will retire in mid-April. Cecil Miller, with more than 30 years of experience in rural healthcare, has been selected to succeed him as the next President and Chief Executive Officer of Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-26-25

33 year old Drew Garnier of Masonville appeared in Delaware County Court and accepted responsibility for killing his wife and then causing serious physical injury to their two minor children. On September 4, 2024, Garnier stabbed his pregnant wife, Samantha and their 2 children in their home on Houck Road in the Town of Masonville. Samantha died as a result of the stabbing, the children suffered significant injuries. Garnier pleaded guilty to 1st degree Manslaughter, 2 counts of 1st degree Assault, he withdrew all of his pending motions and agreed to waive his right to appeal as part of the plea agreement. Garnier will be sentenced to 30 years in state prison, to be followed by 15 years of post-release supervision, he was remanded back to the Delaware County Correctional Facility pending sentencing on May 13th.

Plans are proceeding for the sale of the Former Acco Brands facility in Sidney, Sidney Village Mayor Ray Baker explains:

(Ray Baker 3-26-25)

The building is being purchased by Copeland Associates of San Diego California.

Dollar Tree has announced that it has reached an agreement to sell Family Dollar in a $1 billion deal, ending a merger plan deal that that failed to save the franchise against increasing competition. Family Dollar will continue with plans to close a total of 970 under-performing stores nationwide, it's unclear if any of the existing store in the Tri-County Region will close.

The Bainbridge Fire Department has received a grant from the Rotary Club of Bainbridge, totaling $2,830 donation for new, firefighter gloves for the department, and the Bainbridge Fire Department will again participate in the Recruit New York days on April 26th, according to Fire Department spokesman Roger Barnhart:

(Roger Barnhart 3-26-25)

More information about the Bainbridge Fire Department is available by calling (607) 967-3281.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-26-25

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation forest rangers responded to 12 fires across 9 counties, including Broome & Otsego Counties between March 17 and 24. The largest blaze occurred in Butternuts, Otsego County, covering 10.5 acres, it was extinguished the next day. 8 of the 12 fires were attributed to debris burning, in spite of the burn ban in effect.

Delaware County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Division was awarded Re-Accreditation status by the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services for continuing to meet the standards set forth by The Accreditation Council. The Program consists of 112 total standards, the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office met or exceeded to be awarded re-accreditation status. This award marks the 3rd “re-accreditation” status that the Sheriff’s Office has received since they received their initial Certificate of Accreditation in 2010. The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is one of only 186 accredited law enforcement agencies across in New York State and 1 of only 37 Sheriff’s Offices currently accredited in New York State.

The Village of Sidney announced that there will be a Public Hearing on the Tentative Budgets for General, Water and Sewer Funds for the Village of Sidney on Monday, April 14 at 7:00 PM. The meeting will be held in the Board Room of the Sidney Civic Center, Copies of the tentative budget are available in the Village Clerk’s Office Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

49 year old Timmy Rifenburg of Binghamton was sentenced to a total of 27 months in federal prison, followed by 10 years of supervised release, for failing to register and update his registration as required by the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act, and for violating the terms of his supervised release, after a conviction for failure to register as a sex offender. Rifenburg was required to register as a sex offender for a 2007 federal conviction for possession of child pornography. Rifenburg of failed to report moving to a residence that was not approved by the probation office, for possessing 3 unreported internet capable cellphones, viewing pornography and for being unsuccessfully discharged from sex offender treatment.

The Otsego County Department of Health & Bassett Healthcare Network, is launching the development of the 2025–2030 Community Health Needs Assessment. They are seeking input from residents, businesses, and organizations across Otsego County to help shape future health initiatives and improve the overall well-being of our communities. Community members can provide feedback by Completing an online survey at arcg.is, by Calling the Otsego County Department of Health at 607-547-4230 to have a paper copy mailed to you The Deadline for Feedback is April 16th, All responses will remain confidential, more information is available at 607-547-4230

March is Maple Month in New York State, with special Maple related events scheduled state wide throughout the month. Maple Weekends are scheduled for March 22-23 and March 29-30 New York State Ranks Second to Vermont in Maple Production, which increased to 846,000 Gallons in 2024, Up Nearly 100,000 Gallons from 2023 Season

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-21-25

State Police with the assistance of the Broome County Sheriff’s Department responded to the report of human remains located behind the Windsor school bus garage. An investigation has determined that the deceased individual is 68 year old Edward Crampton, who was reported missing in January after his family had not seen him since Thanksgiving. No foul play is suspected in his death.

23 year old Gage Pankiewicz of Walton was sentenced to 5 years of felony probation supervision for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, in Delaware County Court this week. On September 4, 2024, deputies executed a search warrant in Walton on suspicion of drug trafficking. A forcible entry was made, and deputies arrested Pankiewicz, among other suspects. During the search, methamphetamine, fentanyl, packaging materials, scales, and a rifle were seized. If Pankiewicz fails to abide by the terms of his probation, he faces up to 2 1/2 years in state prison.

29 year old Tyler Long of Sidney was sentenced to 1 to 3 years in prison in Delaware County Court this week, for failing to abide by the terms of the Sex Offender Registry. Long had previously pleaded guilty to Failure to Register an Internet Account. Last July, the Delaware County Probation advised Sidney Police Department that Long had 6 separate unregistered email accounts that he failed to report to the Probation Department, Long’s probation supervision was terminated, and Long was sentenced to a prison term of 1 to 3 years.

Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies responded Sunday to a weapons complaint in the Town of Maine. Deputies located a female victim bleeding from her neck and proceeded with medical aid until Emergency Medical Services transported her to UHS Wilson hospital. 27 year old Shamirah Hauer of Port Crane, had been assisting the victim with putting in hair extensions for nearly an hour before she began to strike the victim with her fists and a pair of scissors, a 3rd party stopped the assault, Hauer left the scene, the male witness called 911. Vestal Police and State Police assisted & Hauer was taken into custody without further incident, she was charged with 1st degree Assault,m she was arraigned & was being held at the Broome County Correctional Facility.

The Tri County Senior Center at 43 Pearl Street in Sidney, will have an open House this evening to showcase the array of activities & programs that they offer, that senior may be interested in, Spokesperson Carol Allen explains:

(Carol Allen 3-18-25)

The Open House will be from 6:00 to 8:00 PM with the entrance in the right rear of the former Hospital building, more information is available at 563-8065.

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-18-25

The State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for January 2025. The State's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held constant at 4.4% in January, locally, Chenango County had 4.4% unemployment, Delaware County 4.9% & Otsego County 5.3%.

The Tri County Senior Center at 43 Pearl Street in Sidney, will have an open House Friday evening to showcase the array of activities & programs that they offer, that senior may be interested in, Spokesperson Carol Allen explains:

(Carol Allen 3-18-25)

The Open House will be from 6:00 to 8:00 PM with the entrance in the right rear of the former Hospital building, more information is available at 563-8065.

The Broome County Sheriff's Office announced that Applications are being accepted through April 1st for their annual summer camp for children from ages 9 through 12, for the weeks of June 29-July 5 and August 3-9. Children from economically challenged families and those who can benefit from positive interaction with deputy sheriffs should apply, Camp occurs at Keuka Lake in Penn Yan. Page 1 of the application packet is due on April 1st and the remaining 3 pages must be completed by a doctor, it is due by May 1st. For more information or an application, call 607-778-6543 or visit the Broome County Sheriff's Office.

The State DOT Reminds motorists that starting today, culvert work will begin on State Route 17 westbound in the Town of Sanford. Drivers should follow the posted detour using Exit 83, left onto Broome County Route 28 west for half a mile, then left back onto SR 17. Access for oversized vehicles will be restricted throughout the closure, which is expected to last 2 weeks.