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WCDO News — Thursday 12-23-21
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 12-23-21
The Sidney Police Department executed an arrest warrant on 37 year old Barry Bradt of Unadilla, following an investigation into a level 3 registered sex offender failing to register his address with the State Sex Offender Registry, as required by law. Bradt is accused of registering with the Sidney Police Department and the state Registry as living at an address in the Village of Sidney, while physically residing at an address in Unadilla. Bradt was charged with Failure to register change of address within 10 days & Offering a false instrument for filing, he was arraigned in Village of Sidney Court & he was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $5000 bail.
5 Broome County residents have died from COVID-19 within the last 6 days, according to Broome County Executive Jason Garnar on Wednesday. Garnar said that the County has 1,661 active cases, with 96 people hospitalized; the vaccination rate is 62% fully vaccinated, and he also said that Broome County Hospitals are expected to pause elective surgeries shortly.
State Police are recruiting in order to add to their numbers, with the Trooper exam to be administered from January to April of next year. A computer-based exam will be offered at 54 testing centers around the state, more information is available at joinstatepolice.ny.gov.
The Jericho Arts Council announced that they are accepting applications from artists who wish to participate in next year’s Regatta Row’s, featuring 12 Adirondack paddle chairs, and new this year story poles, Spokesperson Rachel Hares explains:
(Rachel Hares 12-23-21)
The Art will be displayed on Bainbridge sidewalks from April 27 until Memorial Day weekend, Proceeds from the May 28th Art Auction will go to the Jericho Arts Council to support our Artists & Musicians and to create future events. Artist applications and details are online at jerichoarts.com, applications are due by January 16th, and more information is available at 607-643-2211.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Office Arrested 24 year old Jake Vanwagner of Hobart for speeding & Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle. Vanwagner was stopped by deputies Tuesday night, he is scheduled to appear at the Town of Davenport Court at a later date to answer the charges.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 12-23-21
State Police at Sidney were dispatched last night at about 7:00 PM, to a report of a domestic dispute at a residence on Lyons Street in the village of Unadilla. The responding trooper was confronted by 24 year old Mark Beilby, who was armed with a knife inside the home. Beilby did not comply with the trooper’s repeated commands to drop the knife and advanced at the trooper. The trooper discharged his issued firearm, striking Beilby, who was transported to Tri-Town Hospital then transferred to Wilson Medical Center where he was pronounced deceased. The New York State Attorney General’s Office is investigating the incident.
The State Health Department continues to report an increase in COVID cases, with over 28,900 new cases Tuesday out of 271,000 tested, for a positivity rate of 10.66%. patient hospitalization are over 4400, patients in an ICU Bed are over 828 and the number of ventilators is 475, there were 57 deaths in Hospitals & nursing homes Tuesday from the virus.
Delaware County Public Health reported 70 new COVID cases on Tuesday & Wednesday, their positivity rate was at 9.3%. There are 279 active cases, 4 hospitalized and 520 quarantined, and an 83 death from COVID has been confirmed. 54.5% of County residents are fully vaccinated.
State Police will be holding a car seat check on December 23, from 3:00 to 6:00 PM at the Troop C Headquarters on State Route 7 between Sidney & Unadilla. Certified Passenger Safety Technicians will install, inspect and/or check your child car seats for free. Appointments are preferred; at 561-7604, however, drive-ups will not be turned away.
The Sidney Town Clerks office will be closed Today at noon and will reopen Monday December 27th. They will also be closed December 30th at noon and will reopen Monday January 3rd.
The Sidney Police Department executed an arrest warrant on 37 year old Barry Bradt of Unadilla, following an investigation into a level 3 registered sex offender failing to register his address with the State Sex Offender Registry, as required by law. Bradt is accused of registering with the Sidney Police Department and the state Registry as living at an address in the Village of Sidney, while physically residing at an address in Unadilla. Bradt was charged with Failure to register change of address within 10 days & Offering a false instrument for filing, he was arraigned in Village of Sidney Court & he was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $5000 bail.
5 Broome County residents have died from COVID-19 within the last 6 days, according to Broome County Executive Jason Garnar on Wednesday. Garnar said that the County has 1,661 active cases, with 96 people hospitalized; the vaccination rate is 62% fully vaccinated, and he also said that Broome County Hospitals are expected to pause elective surgeries shortly.
State Police are recruiting in order to add to their numbers, with the Trooper exam to be administered from January to April of next year. A computer-based exam will be offered at 54 testing centers around the state, more information is available at joinstatepolice.ny.gov.
The Jericho Arts Council announced that they are accepting applications from artists who wish to participate in next year’s Regatta Row’s, featuring 12 Adirondack paddle chairs, and new this year story poles, Spokesperson Rachel Hares explains:
(Rachel Hares 12-23-21)
The Art will be displayed on Bainbridge sidewalks from April 27 until Memorial Day weekend, Proceeds from the May 28th Art Auction will go to the Jericho Arts Council to support our Artists & Musicians and to create future events. Artist applications and details are online at jerichoarts.com, applications are due by January 16th, and more information is available at 607-643-2211.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Office Arrested 24 year old Jake Vanwagner of Hobart for speeding & Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle. Vanwagner was stopped by deputies Tuesday night, he is scheduled to appear at the Town of Davenport Court at a later date to answer the charges.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 12-23-21
State Police at Sidney were dispatched last night at about 7:00 PM, to a report of a domestic dispute at a residence on Lyons Street in the village of Unadilla. The responding trooper was confronted by 24 year old Mark Beilby, who was armed with a knife inside the home. Beilby did not comply with the trooper’s repeated commands to drop the knife and advanced at the trooper. The trooper discharged his issued firearm, striking Beilby, who was transported to Tri-Town Hospital then transferred to Wilson Medical Center where he was pronounced deceased. The New York State Attorney General’s Office is investigating the incident.
The State Health Department continues to report an increase in COVID cases, with over 28,900 new cases Tuesday out of 271,000 tested, for a positivity rate of 10.66%. patient hospitalization are over 4400, patients in an ICU Bed are over 828 and the number of ventilators is 475, there were 57 deaths in Hospitals & nursing homes Tuesday from the virus.
Delaware County Public Health reported 70 new COVID cases on Tuesday & Wednesday, their positivity rate was at 9.3%. There are 279 active cases, 4 hospitalized and 520 quarantined, and an 83 death from COVID has been confirmed. 54.5% of County residents are fully vaccinated.
State Police will be holding a car seat check on December 23, from 3:00 to 6:00 PM at the Troop C Headquarters on State Route 7 between Sidney & Unadilla. Certified Passenger Safety Technicians will install, inspect and/or check your child car seats for free. Appointments are preferred; at 561-7604, however, drive-ups will not be turned away.
The Sidney Town Clerks office will be closed Today at noon and will reopen Monday December 27th. They will also be closed December 30th at noon and will reopen Monday January 3rd.
WCDO News — Friday 10-15-21
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-15-21
Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango County will hold their annual holiday season "Light Up A Life" ornament sale, which will culminate with a special event in December in Norwich, Spokesperson Sarah Greene explains:
(Sarah Greene 10-15-21)
More information about the ornaments can be found at hospicechenango.org, or by calling their offices at 334-3556.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the availability of $5 million in additional funding to provide Substance Use Disorder services to incarcerated individuals as part of a new bill mandating County Jails to drug treatment. The new legislation mandates the establishment of programs to provide medication assisted treatment for incarcerated individuals to provide them with the opportunity to treat their addiction & lessen the likelihood that they may suffer a drug-related overdose upon their reentry into society.
The Trial of Donald Reese ended in Chenango County Court, with the jury deciding that Reese was NOT guilty of 1st & 3rd degree rape. Reese was a former Chenango County Sheriff's Department Corrections Officer who was accused of committing rape on September 11, 2019, or a woman he had been dating at the time. Otsego County Court Judge John Lambert presided over the case with Otsego County District Attorney John Muehl prosecuting. Reese resigned from his position after his arrest by Norwich City Police.
State Police & Broome County Sheriff's Deputies responded to the report of a tractor trailer with scrap metal crashing & landing on its side Thursday afternoon. The crash occurred at about 1:00 PM, on I-88 near and Interstate 81 in the town of Chenango. Some of the scrap metal wound up on an embankment near the Comfort Inn Hotel the unidentified driver was treated for back pain, no tickets have been issued.
Broome County Executive Jason Garnar announced today an uptick in COVID 19 cases in the County over the last week. The Broome County Health Department had 105 new cases in Thursday, the total number of active cases is up to 780, up by 140 in the last week, the 7 day rolling average positivity rate was back up to 6%, and hospitalizations doubled in the last week back up to 92, the percentage of Broome county residents fully vaccinated was 59%.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-15-21
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the State Environmental Facilities Corporation has approved more than $44 million for drinking water and wastewater projects, with grants, interest-free and low-cost financing. Drinking Water Projects will include the Village of Walton; Clean Water Projects will go to the City of Binghamton and Village of Johnson City.
With the opening of its new Main Entrance, UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital will implement a new visitor management system starting Monday; all visitors will be required to show a driver’s license or other government-issued identification upon entering the facility. Anyone without a validated ID will have their photo taken and information collected by hospital staff so that a visitor pass may be issued. More information is available by calling the Chenango Memorial Hospital Security Department at (607) 337-4323.
The Village of Unadilla will be holding a residential clean-up day this Saturday & Sunday; there will be roll offs for perishables and non-perishables, tires, and mattresses. No hazardous waste will be accepted. The dumpsters will be placed behind the Unadilla House at 188 Main Street; more information is available at 369-3421.
Candidates running for office in Norwich and Chenango County will meet with their prospective constituents at a public candidates' forum, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM on Sunday, October 17th at the Norwich American Legion Hall at 29 Sheldon Street in Norwich.
Bassett Healthcare Network will be hosting several flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinics in the upcoming weeks. The Bassett Stamford Health Center is holding a patient flu shot clinic on today from 1 pm. – 3 pm. Appointments are required. Call 607-652-2537.
Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango County will hold their annual holiday season "Light Up A Life" ornament sale, which will culminate with a special event in December in Norwich, Spokesperson Sarah Greene explains:
(Sarah Greene 10-15-21)
More information about the ornaments can be found at hospicechenango.org, or by calling their offices at 334-3556.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the availability of $5 million in additional funding to provide Substance Use Disorder services to incarcerated individuals as part of a new bill mandating County Jails to drug treatment. The new legislation mandates the establishment of programs to provide medication assisted treatment for incarcerated individuals to provide them with the opportunity to treat their addiction & lessen the likelihood that they may suffer a drug-related overdose upon their reentry into society.
The Trial of Donald Reese ended in Chenango County Court, with the jury deciding that Reese was NOT guilty of 1st & 3rd degree rape. Reese was a former Chenango County Sheriff's Department Corrections Officer who was accused of committing rape on September 11, 2019, or a woman he had been dating at the time. Otsego County Court Judge John Lambert presided over the case with Otsego County District Attorney John Muehl prosecuting. Reese resigned from his position after his arrest by Norwich City Police.
State Police & Broome County Sheriff's Deputies responded to the report of a tractor trailer with scrap metal crashing & landing on its side Thursday afternoon. The crash occurred at about 1:00 PM, on I-88 near and Interstate 81 in the town of Chenango. Some of the scrap metal wound up on an embankment near the Comfort Inn Hotel the unidentified driver was treated for back pain, no tickets have been issued.
Broome County Executive Jason Garnar announced today an uptick in COVID 19 cases in the County over the last week. The Broome County Health Department had 105 new cases in Thursday, the total number of active cases is up to 780, up by 140 in the last week, the 7 day rolling average positivity rate was back up to 6%, and hospitalizations doubled in the last week back up to 92, the percentage of Broome county residents fully vaccinated was 59%.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-15-21
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the State Environmental Facilities Corporation has approved more than $44 million for drinking water and wastewater projects, with grants, interest-free and low-cost financing. Drinking Water Projects will include the Village of Walton; Clean Water Projects will go to the City of Binghamton and Village of Johnson City.
With the opening of its new Main Entrance, UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital will implement a new visitor management system starting Monday; all visitors will be required to show a driver’s license or other government-issued identification upon entering the facility. Anyone without a validated ID will have their photo taken and information collected by hospital staff so that a visitor pass may be issued. More information is available by calling the Chenango Memorial Hospital Security Department at (607) 337-4323.
The Village of Unadilla will be holding a residential clean-up day this Saturday & Sunday; there will be roll offs for perishables and non-perishables, tires, and mattresses. No hazardous waste will be accepted. The dumpsters will be placed behind the Unadilla House at 188 Main Street; more information is available at 369-3421.
Candidates running for office in Norwich and Chenango County will meet with their prospective constituents at a public candidates' forum, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM on Sunday, October 17th at the Norwich American Legion Hall at 29 Sheldon Street in Norwich.
Bassett Healthcare Network will be hosting several flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinics in the upcoming weeks. The Bassett Stamford Health Center is holding a patient flu shot clinic on today from 1 pm. – 3 pm. Appointments are required. Call 607-652-2537.
WCDO News — Wednesday 10-13-21
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-13-21
State Police arrested 20 year old Brandon Carlson of Endwell for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, Criminal Mischief, Reckless Endangerment & 2nd degree Assault Monday. Shortly before 3:00 p.m., a trooper spotted Carlson in a truck that had been involved in a hit and run in the village of Endicott. The trooper attempted to stop the vehicle, but Carlson failed to comply. A short distance later, Carlson crashed into another vehicle on Country Club Road in Endwell, he fled on foot and was ultimately taken into custody. Carlson was transported to Wilson Hospital and was treated and released. Carlson was processed then transported to Broome County Central Arraignment and Processing. The driver of the vehicle that was struck by Carlson on Country Club Road is identified as 90 year old Eileen Patch of Endwell, She was transported to Wilson Hospital and is being treated for injuries sustained in the crash. The investigation is on-going by state Police & Endicott Police.
A new Marist Poll shows that Governor Kathy Hochul enjoys a 55% favorable response from those who responded to a poll conducted October 4th through the 7th. 56% say she is a “good leader” for the state. When Democrats were polled about the potential primary field in 2022 for the race for Governor, Hochul tops other possible candidates like Attorney General Letitia James, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, and former Governor Andrew Cuomo by double-digit margins.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 43 year old Dennis Kropp of Oneonta on outstanding warrants after a traffic stop in the Town of Hartwick Tuesday. Kropp was charged with Speeding, operating an Uninspected Motor Vehicle & other charges, Kropp was taken into custody for the warrants out of the Oneonta City Court, he was turned over to Oneonta Police Department to await arraignment, Kropp was order to appear in Town of Hartwick Court at a later for the traffic violations.
The Village of Sidney will hold a public meeting later this month, regarding the village's option to opt out of the state Marijuana legalization program, Mayor Andy Matviak told WCDO News that the village has options:
(Andy Matviak 10-13-21)
The Village of Sidney Board of Trustees will hold a Public Hearing on the Local Law #3 on October 25th at 7:00 PM at the Community Cultural Center at 1 Bridge Street.
Commerce Chenango encourages area businesses to participate in the 2021 Career Expo on November 9 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the SUNY Morrisville Campus in Norwich. Many local employers are looking for new employees and will have representatives, Attendees will be able to talk one-on-one with representatives of corporate, small business, government, and non-profit organizations. Employers need to register by October 20th by calling Commerce Chenango at 334-1402.
The City of Oneonta held a ribbon cutting for a new fenced in Dog Park in Neahwa Park Tuesday. The park is split into 2 areas, one for big dog & another for small dogs.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-13-21
New York Attorney General Letitia James will continue her 'HealNY' tour by visiting Binghamton and Ithaca today, and making two announcements regarding support to New York families and communities impacted by the opioid crisis. James will first be at Binghamton General Hospital at 11:00 AM where she will be joined by Broome County Executive Jason Garnar & other local leaders.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $7.4 million in federal funding is available to county emergency management agencies in New York State to support planning and operational readiness for any type of disaster. Through the annual federal Emergency Management Performance Grant, awardees can access funding to support a wide range of efforts ranging from the development and implementation of training and exercises to acquiring emergency response resources. Locally, Chenango County gets $23,428, Delaware County gets $22,516 & Otsego County gets $27,729.
The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood and platelet shortage and must collect 10,000 additional blood products each week over the next month for the blood supply to recover and meet hospital and patient needs. Donors of all blood types, especially type O, are urged to make an appointment to give blood by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS. A blood drive is being held in Schenevus today from 2:00 to 7:00 PM at the Schenevus Central School.
State Police arrested 20 year old Brandon Carlson of Endwell for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, Criminal Mischief, Reckless Endangerment & 2nd degree Assault Monday. Shortly before 3:00 p.m., a trooper spotted Carlson in a truck that had been involved in a hit and run in the village of Endicott. The trooper attempted to stop the vehicle, but Carlson failed to comply. A short distance later, Carlson crashed into another vehicle on Country Club Road in Endwell, he fled on foot and was ultimately taken into custody. Carlson was transported to Wilson Hospital and was treated and released. Carlson was processed then transported to Broome County Central Arraignment and Processing. The driver of the vehicle that was struck by Carlson on Country Club Road is identified as 90 year old Eileen Patch of Endwell, She was transported to Wilson Hospital and is being treated for injuries sustained in the crash. The investigation is on-going by state Police & Endicott Police.
A new Marist Poll shows that Governor Kathy Hochul enjoys a 55% favorable response from those who responded to a poll conducted October 4th through the 7th. 56% say she is a “good leader” for the state. When Democrats were polled about the potential primary field in 2022 for the race for Governor, Hochul tops other possible candidates like Attorney General Letitia James, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, and former Governor Andrew Cuomo by double-digit margins.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 43 year old Dennis Kropp of Oneonta on outstanding warrants after a traffic stop in the Town of Hartwick Tuesday. Kropp was charged with Speeding, operating an Uninspected Motor Vehicle & other charges, Kropp was taken into custody for the warrants out of the Oneonta City Court, he was turned over to Oneonta Police Department to await arraignment, Kropp was order to appear in Town of Hartwick Court at a later for the traffic violations.
The Village of Sidney will hold a public meeting later this month, regarding the village's option to opt out of the state Marijuana legalization program, Mayor Andy Matviak told WCDO News that the village has options:
(Andy Matviak 10-13-21)
The Village of Sidney Board of Trustees will hold a Public Hearing on the Local Law #3 on October 25th at 7:00 PM at the Community Cultural Center at 1 Bridge Street.
Commerce Chenango encourages area businesses to participate in the 2021 Career Expo on November 9 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the SUNY Morrisville Campus in Norwich. Many local employers are looking for new employees and will have representatives, Attendees will be able to talk one-on-one with representatives of corporate, small business, government, and non-profit organizations. Employers need to register by October 20th by calling Commerce Chenango at 334-1402.
The City of Oneonta held a ribbon cutting for a new fenced in Dog Park in Neahwa Park Tuesday. The park is split into 2 areas, one for big dog & another for small dogs.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-13-21
New York Attorney General Letitia James will continue her 'HealNY' tour by visiting Binghamton and Ithaca today, and making two announcements regarding support to New York families and communities impacted by the opioid crisis. James will first be at Binghamton General Hospital at 11:00 AM where she will be joined by Broome County Executive Jason Garnar & other local leaders.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $7.4 million in federal funding is available to county emergency management agencies in New York State to support planning and operational readiness for any type of disaster. Through the annual federal Emergency Management Performance Grant, awardees can access funding to support a wide range of efforts ranging from the development and implementation of training and exercises to acquiring emergency response resources. Locally, Chenango County gets $23,428, Delaware County gets $22,516 & Otsego County gets $27,729.
The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood and platelet shortage and must collect 10,000 additional blood products each week over the next month for the blood supply to recover and meet hospital and patient needs. Donors of all blood types, especially type O, are urged to make an appointment to give blood by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS. A blood drive is being held in Schenevus today from 2:00 to 7:00 PM at the Schenevus Central School.
American Red Cross of the Southern TierBINGHAMTON GENERAL HOSPITALBRANDON CARLSONCommerce ChenangoDENNIS KROPPEILEEN PATCHENDICOTTENDWELLGOVERNOR HOCHULMARIST COLLEGE POLLNEAHWA PARKOneontaSCHENEVUS CENTRAL SCHOOLSIDNEY MAYOR ANDY MATVIAKSTATE ATTORNEY GENERAL LETITITA JAMESSUNY Morrisville Norwich Campus
WCDO News — Wednesday 6-9-21
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-9-21
The Raymond Corporation of Greene is holding a Drive Through Job Fair Thursday, Friday & Saturday, and they are looking for a wide variety of talent to add to their operation, Executive Vice President Steve Van Nostrand comments:
(Steve Van Nostrand 6-9-21)
The Hours for the Raymond Drive Through Job Fair in Greene are tomorrow from 2:00 to 6:00 PM, Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM & Saturday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, more information is available at careers.raymondcorp.com.
The Afton Fair will return next month, after being cancelled last year by the pandemic, Spokesperson Rhonda Barriger said that a full slate of activities has been scheduled at the Afton Fairgrounds:
(Rhonda Barriger 6-9-21)
The Afton Fair will run this year from Thursday July 8th through the Sunday July 11th.
Sidney Police responded Tuesday to a residence on West Main Street for a report of a person refusing to leave the property. 40 year old Lloyd Hunt of Unadilla was located hiding in the basement, he refused to cooperate, implied that he had a weapon, after 20 minutes, officers took Hunt into custody without incident. Hunt was charged with Criminal trespass, Obstruction of governmental administration, Resisting arrest, he was out on Parole & State Parole officers issued a detainment warrant for Hunt, he was transported to the Delaware County Jail to be held pending an investigation by State Parole.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum announced that this summer’s Induction Ceremony will take place at 1:30 PM on Wednesday, September 8th in front of limited crowds as an outdoor ticketed event on the grounds of the Clark Sports Center. The Induction Ceremony will be broadcast live exclusively on MLB Network. Planning continues to be adapted to guidelines set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and the State of New York. The Hall of Fame’s 2021 Induction Ceremony will
honor the members of the Class of 2020: Derek Jeter, Marvin Miller, Ted Simmons and Larry Walker. No candidates were elected for Induction in 2021.
Broome County Executive Jason Garnar announced that the mass Vaccination site at the SUNY Broome Ice Center will be closing. Garner said that over 93,000 of the more than 190,000 Broome County Residents are fully vaccinated, about 1/4 of those received their vaccinations at SUNY Broome's Ice Center.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-9-21
The state Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance announced that all New Yorkers enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will receive at least the maximum allowable level of food benefits for June, a benefits distribution that will push more than $200 million in federal aid into the state’s economy. The supplemental benefits provided to individuals and households enrolled in SNAP have already infused more than $2.3 billion into New York’s economy since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic last year.
On Tuesday, the State Legislature passed a bill to test for 40 emerging contaminants in drinking water by every New York water utility. Approximately 2.5 million New Yorkers have not previously had their water tested, approximately 2,000 small water utilities in New York have not been required to test for the 40 contaminants like strontium, chromium-6, and many others, the bill heads for the Governor's Desk.
Firefighters from Sidney, Sidney Center & Masonville responded to a structure fire at 26 East Main Street in Sidney Tuesday afternoon at about 4:00 PM, the fire was out in about an hour with minimal damage, no injuries have been reported.
Governor Cuomo proposed legislation to waive taxes on grants from the $800 million COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program. Applications for the program will be accepted starting June 10, Flexible grants up to $50,000 will be made available to eligible small businesses and can be used for operating expenses, including payroll, rent or mortgage payments, taxes, utilities, personal protective equipment incurred during the pandemic. Over 330,000 small and micro businesses are potentially eligible for this program,
The Raymond Corporation of Greene is holding a Drive Through Job Fair Thursday, Friday & Saturday, and they are looking for a wide variety of talent to add to their operation, Executive Vice President Steve Van Nostrand comments:
(Steve Van Nostrand 6-9-21)
The Hours for the Raymond Drive Through Job Fair in Greene are tomorrow from 2:00 to 6:00 PM, Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM & Saturday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, more information is available at careers.raymondcorp.com.
The Afton Fair will return next month, after being cancelled last year by the pandemic, Spokesperson Rhonda Barriger said that a full slate of activities has been scheduled at the Afton Fairgrounds:
(Rhonda Barriger 6-9-21)
The Afton Fair will run this year from Thursday July 8th through the Sunday July 11th.
Sidney Police responded Tuesday to a residence on West Main Street for a report of a person refusing to leave the property. 40 year old Lloyd Hunt of Unadilla was located hiding in the basement, he refused to cooperate, implied that he had a weapon, after 20 minutes, officers took Hunt into custody without incident. Hunt was charged with Criminal trespass, Obstruction of governmental administration, Resisting arrest, he was out on Parole & State Parole officers issued a detainment warrant for Hunt, he was transported to the Delaware County Jail to be held pending an investigation by State Parole.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum announced that this summer’s Induction Ceremony will take place at 1:30 PM on Wednesday, September 8th in front of limited crowds as an outdoor ticketed event on the grounds of the Clark Sports Center. The Induction Ceremony will be broadcast live exclusively on MLB Network. Planning continues to be adapted to guidelines set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and the State of New York. The Hall of Fame’s 2021 Induction Ceremony will
honor the members of the Class of 2020: Derek Jeter, Marvin Miller, Ted Simmons and Larry Walker. No candidates were elected for Induction in 2021.
Broome County Executive Jason Garnar announced that the mass Vaccination site at the SUNY Broome Ice Center will be closing. Garner said that over 93,000 of the more than 190,000 Broome County Residents are fully vaccinated, about 1/4 of those received their vaccinations at SUNY Broome's Ice Center.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-9-21
The state Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance announced that all New Yorkers enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will receive at least the maximum allowable level of food benefits for June, a benefits distribution that will push more than $200 million in federal aid into the state’s economy. The supplemental benefits provided to individuals and households enrolled in SNAP have already infused more than $2.3 billion into New York’s economy since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic last year.
On Tuesday, the State Legislature passed a bill to test for 40 emerging contaminants in drinking water by every New York water utility. Approximately 2.5 million New Yorkers have not previously had their water tested, approximately 2,000 small water utilities in New York have not been required to test for the 40 contaminants like strontium, chromium-6, and many others, the bill heads for the Governor's Desk.
Firefighters from Sidney, Sidney Center & Masonville responded to a structure fire at 26 East Main Street in Sidney Tuesday afternoon at about 4:00 PM, the fire was out in about an hour with minimal damage, no injuries have been reported.
Governor Cuomo proposed legislation to waive taxes on grants from the $800 million COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program. Applications for the program will be accepted starting June 10, Flexible grants up to $50,000 will be made available to eligible small businesses and can be used for operating expenses, including payroll, rent or mortgage payments, taxes, utilities, personal protective equipment incurred during the pandemic. Over 330,000 small and micro businesses are potentially eligible for this program,
Afton FairBROOME COUNTY EXECUTIVE JASON GARNARGovernor CuomoLLOYD HUNTMASONVILLENational Baseball Hall of Fame and MuseumNew YorkNYRAYMOND CORPORATIONRHONDA BARRIGERSidneySMALL BUSINESS RECOVERY GRANT PROGRAMState Office of Temporary and Disability AssistanceSTEVE VANNOSTRANDSUNY BROOME ICE CENTERUNADILLA
WCDO News — Friday 5-7-21
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-7-21
The State Health Department continues to see a decline in COVID cases across the state. On Thursday, there were just under 195,000 tests administered, with 2370 positive, for a 1.2% positivity rate. Hospitalization declined again to 2264, ICU patients’ decreases to 571, the number on ventilators declined to 354, there were 25 COVID deaths Thursday.
Chenango County Public Health reported 11 new COVID cases today, with 87 Active Cases, 444 Active Quarantines & 7 Hospitalizations; they have had a total of 3342 cases during the pandemic.
Go Cart Racing is returning to Action Park East on River Valley Lane in the town of Greene tomorrow, local businessman Brandon Clapperton is reviving the races:
(Brandon Clapperton 4-28-21)
Clapperton said that more information is available on the Action Park East Facebook page.
Chenango County Department of Public Works is collecting county resident’s old paint, Spokesman Dustin Hendricks explains:
(Dustin Hendricks 5-7-21)
More information about the program is available at 337-1790 during normal business hours.
Chenango County Department of Public Works announced that starting May 24th, Cold In-Place Recycling will begin on County Road 17, between State Route 206 and State Route 41 in the Towns of Bainbridge and Afton. The procedure should take 3 days to complete and weather permitting. The traveling public is asked to find alternate routes if possible. Local traffic shall be allowed to and from their homes. More information is available by calling Director of Public Works Shawn Fry at 337-1710.
About 1,300 members of SUNY Oneonta’s graduating class will be recognized during 2021 commencement exercises that include virtual and in-person components, including an opportunity to cross the stage and hear their name called. SUNY Oneonta’s virtual ceremony is a full commencement program that will air Saturday, May 15th, and will feature recognition of individual graduates and the official delivery of degrees. 4 ceremonies will take place based on academic major: School of Economics and Business at 9 a.m.; School of Education, Human Ecology, and Sports Studies at 11 a.m.; School of Liberal Arts at 1 p.m.; and School of Sciences at 3 p.m.
Broome County executive Jason Garnar announced today that free rapid Covid-19 testing will be offered before the first 6 Binghamton Rumble Ponies home games at NYSEG Stadium, then on May 19th, the guidance changes:
(Jason Garnar 5-7-21)
The first home game is Tuesday, tickets are available at BINGRP.com.
Fire Fighters from Sidney & Unadilla responded this afternoon, at around 2:00 PM, to the report of a barn fire, on the Back River Road, near Carr's Creek. The fire was fully involved; WCDO will have more details as they become available.
Construction is continuing on the building of a new road in Sidney, Village Mayor Andy Matviak explains:
(Andy Matviak 5-7--21)
Mayor Matviak said that the money was promised to Sidney as long as the project was completed by February of 2022.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-7-21
The Associated Press reported that former Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver is being returned to federal prison after federal authorities denied him home confinement. Silver was released Tuesday from a federal prison on furlough while he awaited potential placement to home confinement, Silver had been in prison since August, where he was serving more than six-year sentence at a prison in Otisville.
Delaware County Public Health will be conducting a Single dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Wednesday May 12, at 97 Main Street Delhi, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. This vaccination clinic is open to all New York state residents or people who work in the State over the age of 18. Registration is mandatory at apps2.health.ny.gov. For more information or assistance getting registered call Delaware County Public Health at 607-832-5200. Public Health reported 2 new cases out of 790 tests Thursday, with 4 hospitalized, 44 active cases & 83 quarantined.
The Otsego County Department of Health is partnering with local high schools to bring the COVID 19 vaccine to the schools. Clinics will be open to students 16 and older, parents, staff and community members. To register go to otsegocounty.com. Clinics are May 11 at Cherry Valley Springfield, May 13 at Richfield Springs Central School, May 17th at Schenevus, and May 18th at Morris Central School, all clinics are from 3:00 to 6:00 pm.
The Utica Comets confirmed Thursday that they have entered into a 10-year agreement with The New Jersey Devils to move their AHL team back to Utica, and the request was approved by the AHL Board of Governors. The board also approved the move of Vancouver's AHL team, from Utica to Abbotsford, British Columbia. The move leaves Binghamton without an NHL affiliation after the seasons.
The State Department of Transportation is advising motorists of a milling and paving project on a portion of State Route 10/ Main Street beginning Monday, May 10th, in the Village of Delhi. Flaggers will be controlling alternating, one-way traffic on Route 10 from Sherwood Road to Meredith Street for approximately 5 days, weather permitting. Alternate side of the street parking will be established within the scope of the project during that time frame.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced their 1st Friday Networking event to be held virtually on Friday May 7th @ 12:00 Noon. Chamber members will have the opportunity to promote their businesses to other members in speed-dating style. To register go to delawarecounty.org.
Sidney Village residents can drop off certain items at the Village Garage on Sherman Avenue today & tomorrow from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, accepted items include Computer monitors, TV’s, Copiers, Fax Machines, Cell Phones, Radios, Microwaves, Gaming Devices, Metal & non-Freon appliances. More information is available on the village of Sidney website.
The State Health Department continues to see a decline in COVID cases across the state. On Thursday, there were just under 195,000 tests administered, with 2370 positive, for a 1.2% positivity rate. Hospitalization declined again to 2264, ICU patients’ decreases to 571, the number on ventilators declined to 354, there were 25 COVID deaths Thursday.
Chenango County Public Health reported 11 new COVID cases today, with 87 Active Cases, 444 Active Quarantines & 7 Hospitalizations; they have had a total of 3342 cases during the pandemic.
Go Cart Racing is returning to Action Park East on River Valley Lane in the town of Greene tomorrow, local businessman Brandon Clapperton is reviving the races:
(Brandon Clapperton 4-28-21)
Clapperton said that more information is available on the Action Park East Facebook page.
Chenango County Department of Public Works is collecting county resident’s old paint, Spokesman Dustin Hendricks explains:
(Dustin Hendricks 5-7-21)
More information about the program is available at 337-1790 during normal business hours.
Chenango County Department of Public Works announced that starting May 24th, Cold In-Place Recycling will begin on County Road 17, between State Route 206 and State Route 41 in the Towns of Bainbridge and Afton. The procedure should take 3 days to complete and weather permitting. The traveling public is asked to find alternate routes if possible. Local traffic shall be allowed to and from their homes. More information is available by calling Director of Public Works Shawn Fry at 337-1710.
About 1,300 members of SUNY Oneonta’s graduating class will be recognized during 2021 commencement exercises that include virtual and in-person components, including an opportunity to cross the stage and hear their name called. SUNY Oneonta’s virtual ceremony is a full commencement program that will air Saturday, May 15th, and will feature recognition of individual graduates and the official delivery of degrees. 4 ceremonies will take place based on academic major: School of Economics and Business at 9 a.m.; School of Education, Human Ecology, and Sports Studies at 11 a.m.; School of Liberal Arts at 1 p.m.; and School of Sciences at 3 p.m.
Broome County executive Jason Garnar announced today that free rapid Covid-19 testing will be offered before the first 6 Binghamton Rumble Ponies home games at NYSEG Stadium, then on May 19th, the guidance changes:
(Jason Garnar 5-7-21)
The first home game is Tuesday, tickets are available at BINGRP.com.
Fire Fighters from Sidney & Unadilla responded this afternoon, at around 2:00 PM, to the report of a barn fire, on the Back River Road, near Carr's Creek. The fire was fully involved; WCDO will have more details as they become available.
Construction is continuing on the building of a new road in Sidney, Village Mayor Andy Matviak explains:
(Andy Matviak 5-7--21)
Mayor Matviak said that the money was promised to Sidney as long as the project was completed by February of 2022.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-7-21
The Associated Press reported that former Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver is being returned to federal prison after federal authorities denied him home confinement. Silver was released Tuesday from a federal prison on furlough while he awaited potential placement to home confinement, Silver had been in prison since August, where he was serving more than six-year sentence at a prison in Otisville.
Delaware County Public Health will be conducting a Single dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Wednesday May 12, at 97 Main Street Delhi, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. This vaccination clinic is open to all New York state residents or people who work in the State over the age of 18. Registration is mandatory at apps2.health.ny.gov. For more information or assistance getting registered call Delaware County Public Health at 607-832-5200. Public Health reported 2 new cases out of 790 tests Thursday, with 4 hospitalized, 44 active cases & 83 quarantined.
The Otsego County Department of Health is partnering with local high schools to bring the COVID 19 vaccine to the schools. Clinics will be open to students 16 and older, parents, staff and community members. To register go to otsegocounty.com. Clinics are May 11 at Cherry Valley Springfield, May 13 at Richfield Springs Central School, May 17th at Schenevus, and May 18th at Morris Central School, all clinics are from 3:00 to 6:00 pm.
The Utica Comets confirmed Thursday that they have entered into a 10-year agreement with The New Jersey Devils to move their AHL team back to Utica, and the request was approved by the AHL Board of Governors. The board also approved the move of Vancouver's AHL team, from Utica to Abbotsford, British Columbia. The move leaves Binghamton without an NHL affiliation after the seasons.
The State Department of Transportation is advising motorists of a milling and paving project on a portion of State Route 10/ Main Street beginning Monday, May 10th, in the Village of Delhi. Flaggers will be controlling alternating, one-way traffic on Route 10 from Sherwood Road to Meredith Street for approximately 5 days, weather permitting. Alternate side of the street parking will be established within the scope of the project during that time frame.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced their 1st Friday Networking event to be held virtually on Friday May 7th @ 12:00 Noon. Chamber members will have the opportunity to promote their businesses to other members in speed-dating style. To register go to delawarecounty.org.
Sidney Village residents can drop off certain items at the Village Garage on Sherman Avenue today & tomorrow from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, accepted items include Computer monitors, TV’s, Copiers, Fax Machines, Cell Phones, Radios, Microwaves, Gaming Devices, Metal & non-Freon appliances. More information is available on the village of Sidney website.
ACTION PARK EASTBinghamtonBRANDON CLAPPERTONBROOME COUNTY EXECUTIVE JASON GARNARChenango county Department of public worksCHENANGO COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTHDelaware County Chamber of CommerceDelaware County Public HealthDelhiDUSTIN HENDRICKSNEW JERSEY DEVILSNew YorkNYOTISVILLEOTSEGO COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTHSHELDON SILVERSidneySIDNEY MAYOR ANDY MATVIAKSTATE DOTSUNY ONEONTAUTICA COMMETSVANCOUVER CANUCKSWCDO
WCDO News — Tuesday 4-27-21
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-27-21
Governor Cuomo visited SUNY Binghamton today and he announced that beginning Thursday, all New York State mass vaccination sites will be Open to eligible New Yorkers 16 and older, for walk-in vaccination on a first come first serve basis. Broome County Executive Jason Garnar urged Broome County Residents to take advantage of this change:
(Garnar 4-27-21)
The Governor also announced the mass vaccination site located at 10 Gannett Drive in Johnson City will move inside the building at the same address, to allow for increased capacity and will be less impacted by any adverse weather conditions. The Governor stated that the metrics that the state is following will allow for re-opening to continue:
(Cuomo 4-27-21)
The walk-in appointments are reserved for first doses only with second doses to be scheduled automatically after administration of the initial shot. Additionally, all vaccine providers are encouraged to likewise allow walk-in appointments and for eligible New Yorkers.
Chenango County Public Health reported 6 new COVID 19 cases today, bringing their total up to 3219. They reported 116 active cases, 6 hospitalizations & 455 quarantines.
The Sidney Center Improvement Group will hold a fundraising bake sale this Sunday at 11:00 AM. The event will be held at the Fire Station Field at the corner of Routes 35 & 23 in Sidney Center
39 organizations in the Southern Tier region were awarded grants totaling $276,168 from the Community Foundation for South Central New York. The successful grant applications will be used for a variety of capital projects, operations, COVID-19 related needs, and programming. Organizations funded included, among others; museums, theater groups, libraries, school districts, human service agencies, animal welfare, and recreational programs.
Chenango County Public Health reported 6 new COVID 19 cases today, bringing their total up to 3219. They reported 116 active cases, 6 hospitalizations & 455 quarantines.
The Sidney Center Improvement Group will hold a fundraising bake sale this Sunday at 11:00 AM. The event will be held at the Fire Station Field at the corner of Routes 35 & 23 in Sidney Center
39 organizations in the Southern Tier region were awarded grants totaling $276,168 from the Community Foundation for South Central New York. The successful grant applications will be used for a variety of capital projects, operations, COVID-19 related needs, and programming. Organizations funded included, among others; museums, theater groups, libraries, school districts, human service agencies, animal welfare, and recreational programs.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-27-21
Delaware County Public Health reported 11 new COVID cases on Saturday Sunday & Monday combined, The County reports 115 active cases, 19 hospitalized & they are down to 180 quarantined
State Police will conduct “Operation Hard Hat” through this Friday, where they will be patrolling State DOT & Thruway Authority construction sites, to make sure that motorists are obeying flagged personnel & are slowing down in construction zones, Last year State Police issued 1770 tickets during “Operation Hard Hat” which was a 70% increase over 2019.
The Online Learner’s Permit for class D & M driver’s licenses is now available online to New Yorkers, Following a successful pilot program launched last year. The new service allows people to take the learner’s permit at home, which will cut down on the number of people in DMV offices statewide; more information is available at dmv.ny.gov.
The U.S Census Bureau announced that New York State will lose 1 seat in the House of Representatives, due to the continuing population shifts away from the Northeast, to southern & western States. New York will have 26 representatives in Congress after redistricting; New York is one of 7 state losing Congressional seats, following the 2020 census.
Governor Cuomo visited SUNY Binghamton today and he announced that beginning Thursday, all New York State mass vaccination sites will be Open to eligible New Yorkers 16 and older, for walk-in vaccination on a first come first serve basis. Broome County Executive Jason Garnar urged Broome County Residents to take advantage of this change:
(Garnar 4-27-21)
The Governor also announced the mass vaccination site located at 10 Gannett Drive in Johnson City will move inside the building at the same address, to allow for increased capacity and will be less impacted by any adverse weather conditions. The Governor stated that the metrics that the state is following will allow for re-opening to continue:
(Cuomo 4-27-21)
The walk-in appointments are reserved for first doses only with second doses to be scheduled automatically after administration of the initial shot. Additionally, all vaccine providers are encouraged to likewise allow walk-in appointments and for eligible New Yorkers.
Chenango County Public Health reported 6 new COVID 19 cases today, bringing their total up to 3219. They reported 116 active cases, 6 hospitalizations & 455 quarantines.
The Sidney Center Improvement Group will hold a fundraising bake sale this Sunday at 11:00 AM. The event will be held at the Fire Station Field at the corner of Routes 35 & 23 in Sidney Center
39 organizations in the Southern Tier region were awarded grants totaling $276,168 from the Community Foundation for South Central New York. The successful grant applications will be used for a variety of capital projects, operations, COVID-19 related needs, and programming. Organizations funded included, among others; museums, theater groups, libraries, school districts, human service agencies, animal welfare, and recreational programs.
Chenango County Public Health reported 6 new COVID 19 cases today, bringing their total up to 3219. They reported 116 active cases, 6 hospitalizations & 455 quarantines.
The Sidney Center Improvement Group will hold a fundraising bake sale this Sunday at 11:00 AM. The event will be held at the Fire Station Field at the corner of Routes 35 & 23 in Sidney Center
39 organizations in the Southern Tier region were awarded grants totaling $276,168 from the Community Foundation for South Central New York. The successful grant applications will be used for a variety of capital projects, operations, COVID-19 related needs, and programming. Organizations funded included, among others; museums, theater groups, libraries, school districts, human service agencies, animal welfare, and recreational programs.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-27-21
Delaware County Public Health reported 11 new COVID cases on Saturday Sunday & Monday combined, The County reports 115 active cases, 19 hospitalized & they are down to 180 quarantined
State Police will conduct “Operation Hard Hat” through this Friday, where they will be patrolling State DOT & Thruway Authority construction sites, to make sure that motorists are obeying flagged personnel & are slowing down in construction zones, Last year State Police issued 1770 tickets during “Operation Hard Hat” which was a 70% increase over 2019.
The Online Learner’s Permit for class D & M driver’s licenses is now available online to New Yorkers, Following a successful pilot program launched last year. The new service allows people to take the learner’s permit at home, which will cut down on the number of people in DMV offices statewide; more information is available at dmv.ny.gov.
The U.S Census Bureau announced that New York State will lose 1 seat in the House of Representatives, due to the continuing population shifts away from the Northeast, to southern & western States. New York will have 26 representatives in Congress after redistricting; New York is one of 7 state losing Congressional seats, following the 2020 census.
WCDO News — Wednesday 2-17-21
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-17-21
Another Winter Storm could leave some precipitation behind locally through early Friday, Meteorologist Rich Townsend commented:
(Townsend 2-17-21)
The National Weather service has a Winter Storm Watch in effect for much of the WCDO listening area through 1:00 PM Friday.
Delaware County Officials announced that Delaware County Public Health has vaccinated 613 people and will continue to vaccinate 1B essential workers. This week, Public Health began vaccinating people 65 and older with comorbidities; People over the age 65 can call the Delaware County Office for the Aging at 832-5750 to schedule an appointment. Vaccines will continue to be available for people over 65 at pharmacies, call your local pharmacy and check websites to see when they will be receiving vaccine. More information is available through the "Ami I Eligible" App or through health.ny.gov.
Chenango County Public Health added 1 new COVID- 19 case today, bringing their total to 2328. They have 59 active cases, a decrease of 16, 206 quarantines, a decrease of 39, and 14 are hospitalized, a decrease of 5.
Broome County Executive Jason Garnar reported today that the U.K. variant of the coronavirus has been found in Broome County. The County has experienced over 13,100 positive COVID 19 cases since the start of the pandemic with 300 deaths & over 12,600 recoveries.
Governor Cuomo today announced $4 million is being awarded through the Climate Resilient Farming Grant Program to help 80 farms across the state reduce their environmental footprints and prepare for extreme weather events resulting from climate change. The projects selected will reduce greenhouse gases by an estimated 90,000 metric tons of CO2 per year, or as much as eliminating nearly 20,000 cars from the road. Locally, Otsego County Soil and Water Conservation District was awarded $87,347 to assist 2 farms, & the Chenango County Soil and Water Conservation District was awarded $175,715 to assist 3 farms.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office announced that an Oneonta taxi driver has been arrested for soliciting sexual acts in exchange for the cab fare Thursday evening. Deputies responded to Treadwell to investigate a report of an individual being solicited by a taxi driver, 40 year-old Jeremy Wilcox of Oneonta was charged with 1 count of patronizing a person for prostitution, he was issued an appearance ticket and was released to appear in the Town of Franklin Court to answer the charge on a later date.
Governor Cuomo announced today that indoor family entertainment center can open March 26th, Outdoor Amusement Parks can open April 9th. There will be a 25% Capacity Limit in Indoor Centers and Amusement Centers; 33% Capacity Limit in Outdoor Amusement Parks, all must Submit Reopening Plans with Health Protocols to their Local Health Department. Face Masks & Social Distancing will be required for Customers and Staff; Health Screening with Temperature Checks Required for All Customers Prior to Entry. Day and Overnight Summer Camps Can Begin to Plan for Reopening; the State Department of Health Will Issue Guidance in the Coming Weeks.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 2-17-21
The State Health Department reported that a case of the South African COVID-19 virus variant has been found in New York. A Connecticut resident who is a patient in a New York City hospital has tested positive for the South African variant. There is no evidence of any spread in New York State to date, New Yorkers should continue to wear face masks, remain socially distant and wash hands often.
Delaware County Public Health reported 13 new COVID 19 cases out of 120 tests Tuesday. They report 132 active cases, 23 hospitalized & 274 quarantined.
The Village of Sidney will be having a Police Reform & Reinvention Collaborative Committee meeting by Zoom tonight at 6:00pm, where they will discuss the results of a recent citizen’s survey regarding the Sidney Police Department. Sidney Mayor Andy Matviak explains their timeline:
(Andy Matviak 2-17-21)
The information for the Zoom meeting will be on our Village website at Village of Sidney.org or at the Village of Sidney Facebook page.
Another Winter Storm could leave some precipitation behind locally through early Friday, Meteorologist Rich Townsend commented:
(Townsend 2-17-21)
The National Weather service has a Winter Storm Watch in effect for much of the WCDO listening area through 1:00 PM Friday.
Delaware County Officials announced that Delaware County Public Health has vaccinated 613 people and will continue to vaccinate 1B essential workers. This week, Public Health began vaccinating people 65 and older with comorbidities; People over the age 65 can call the Delaware County Office for the Aging at 832-5750 to schedule an appointment. Vaccines will continue to be available for people over 65 at pharmacies, call your local pharmacy and check websites to see when they will be receiving vaccine. More information is available through the "Ami I Eligible" App or through health.ny.gov.
Chenango County Public Health added 1 new COVID- 19 case today, bringing their total to 2328. They have 59 active cases, a decrease of 16, 206 quarantines, a decrease of 39, and 14 are hospitalized, a decrease of 5.
Broome County Executive Jason Garnar reported today that the U.K. variant of the coronavirus has been found in Broome County. The County has experienced over 13,100 positive COVID 19 cases since the start of the pandemic with 300 deaths & over 12,600 recoveries.
Governor Cuomo today announced $4 million is being awarded through the Climate Resilient Farming Grant Program to help 80 farms across the state reduce their environmental footprints and prepare for extreme weather events resulting from climate change. The projects selected will reduce greenhouse gases by an estimated 90,000 metric tons of CO2 per year, or as much as eliminating nearly 20,000 cars from the road. Locally, Otsego County Soil and Water Conservation District was awarded $87,347 to assist 2 farms, & the Chenango County Soil and Water Conservation District was awarded $175,715 to assist 3 farms.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office announced that an Oneonta taxi driver has been arrested for soliciting sexual acts in exchange for the cab fare Thursday evening. Deputies responded to Treadwell to investigate a report of an individual being solicited by a taxi driver, 40 year-old Jeremy Wilcox of Oneonta was charged with 1 count of patronizing a person for prostitution, he was issued an appearance ticket and was released to appear in the Town of Franklin Court to answer the charge on a later date.
Governor Cuomo announced today that indoor family entertainment center can open March 26th, Outdoor Amusement Parks can open April 9th. There will be a 25% Capacity Limit in Indoor Centers and Amusement Centers; 33% Capacity Limit in Outdoor Amusement Parks, all must Submit Reopening Plans with Health Protocols to their Local Health Department. Face Masks & Social Distancing will be required for Customers and Staff; Health Screening with Temperature Checks Required for All Customers Prior to Entry. Day and Overnight Summer Camps Can Begin to Plan for Reopening; the State Department of Health Will Issue Guidance in the Coming Weeks.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 2-17-21
The State Health Department reported that a case of the South African COVID-19 virus variant has been found in New York. A Connecticut resident who is a patient in a New York City hospital has tested positive for the South African variant. There is no evidence of any spread in New York State to date, New Yorkers should continue to wear face masks, remain socially distant and wash hands often.
Delaware County Public Health reported 13 new COVID 19 cases out of 120 tests Tuesday. They report 132 active cases, 23 hospitalized & 274 quarantined.
The Village of Sidney will be having a Police Reform & Reinvention Collaborative Committee meeting by Zoom tonight at 6:00pm, where they will discuss the results of a recent citizen’s survey regarding the Sidney Police Department. Sidney Mayor Andy Matviak explains their timeline:
(Andy Matviak 2-17-21)
The information for the Zoom meeting will be on our Village website at Village of Sidney.org or at the Village of Sidney Facebook page.
BROOME COUNTY EXECUTIVE JASON GARNARBROOME COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTCHENANGO COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTHDelaware County Public HealthGovernor CuomoJEREMY WILCOXNew York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoliNYOneontaRich TownsendSIDNEY MAYOR ANDY MATVIAKState Health DepartmentTREADWELLVillage of Sidney Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative Committee