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WCDO News — Tuesday 5-12-26
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-12-26
State Attorney General Letitia James has released footage from the Vestal Police body-worn cameras that her office obtained as part of its ongoing investigation into the death of Eslam Hegazy, who died on February 25th following an encounter with Vestal Police Department. The video shows Police instructing Hegazy to drop his knife repeatedly, a Taser was deployed at Hegazy, who still failed to comply, 2 officers shot at him, Hegazy was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The video can be accessed through a link at ag.ny.gov.
41 year old Trevor Metterhauser of Pennsylvania was sentenced in a New York Federal Court room to 80 years in prison plus multiple fines for attempted aggravated sexual abuse, aggravated sexual abuse, sexual exploitation of children, and multiple counts of possession of child pornography, involving 2 toddlers, 1 in the Southern Tier & the other in Texas. As part of his guilty plea, Metterhauser admitted he conspired with Brandon Whitford to sexually exploit an a 4-year-old girl in New York & record the abuse, Metterhauser also traveled to Texas where he conspired with Carlos Ruiz to sexually assault a 2-year-old child and to record that abuse. Co-Conspirators Whitford and Ruiz have each pleaded guilty in connection with this case.
The Mid-York Concert Band has awarded a $1,000 Jones-Sterchak Memorial Scholarship to a student from Oneida County this year, Band Director Doug Ernst explains:
(Doug Ernst 5-12-26)
the free Mid-York Concert Band’s Spring Concert will be on Sunday May 17th at the Norwich High School Auditorium at 2:00 PM, in the Norwich High School Auditorium.
There will be a host of activities at General Clinton Park on Sunday of the Memorial Day weekend, during the General Clinton Canoe Regatta, co-chair Chris smith told WCDO about the Music Fest that day:
(Chris Smith 5-12-26)
Co-Chair Mike Kaufman told WCDO of an added incentive to increase the crowd size for the awards ceremony after the 70 mile canoe races:
(Mike Kaufman 5-12-26)
The General Clinton Canoe regatta runs from Friday May 22nd to Sunday night May 24, more information is available at canoeregatta.org.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-12-26
State Police announced that 18 year old Dalton Malmstrom of Nichols, who was reported missing Saturday, was found deceased in the Susquehanna River by the State Police Under Water Recovery Team and members of the K9 unit. Troopers were assisted by members of the Nichols Fire Department. Malmstrom was last seen leaving his residence in Nichols, at approximately 7:45 am. on Saturday.
The Chenango County Historical Society and the Chenango County Historian’s Office are Collaborating on this summer’s “Turtle Island” festival, part of the local commemorations of America250. historical society executive director Jessica Moquin is looking for continued participation with another Community Meeting today at the SUNY Morrisville Norwich Campus:
(Jessica Moquin 5-12-26)
Tonight's community dialogue will take place 6–7:30 pm. the festival is scheduled to take place from 4 to 8 pm. on July 5 at the Chenango County Fairgrounds.
State Attorney General Letitia James has released footage from the Vestal Police body-worn cameras that her office obtained as part of its ongoing investigation into the death of Eslam Hegazy, who died on February 25th following an encounter with Vestal Police Department. The video shows Police instructing Hegazy to drop his knife repeatedly, a Taser was deployed at Hegazy, who still failed to comply, 2 officers shot at him, Hegazy was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The video can be accessed through a link at ag.ny.gov.
41 year old Trevor Metterhauser of Pennsylvania was sentenced in a New York Federal Court room to 80 years in prison plus multiple fines for attempted aggravated sexual abuse, aggravated sexual abuse, sexual exploitation of children, and multiple counts of possession of child pornography, involving 2 toddlers, 1 in the Southern Tier & the other in Texas. As part of his guilty plea, Metterhauser admitted he conspired with Brandon Whitford to sexually exploit an a 4-year-old girl in New York & record the abuse, Metterhauser also traveled to Texas where he conspired with Carlos Ruiz to sexually assault a 2-year-old child and to record that abuse. Co-Conspirators Whitford and Ruiz have each pleaded guilty in connection with this case.
The Mid-York Concert Band has awarded a $1,000 Jones-Sterchak Memorial Scholarship to a student from Oneida County this year, Band Director Doug Ernst explains:
(Doug Ernst 5-12-26)
the free Mid-York Concert Band’s Spring Concert will be on Sunday May 17th at the Norwich High School Auditorium at 2:00 PM, in the Norwich High School Auditorium.
There will be a host of activities at General Clinton Park on Sunday of the Memorial Day weekend, during the General Clinton Canoe Regatta, co-chair Chris smith told WCDO about the Music Fest that day:
(Chris Smith 5-12-26)
Co-Chair Mike Kaufman told WCDO of an added incentive to increase the crowd size for the awards ceremony after the 70 mile canoe races:
(Mike Kaufman 5-12-26)
The General Clinton Canoe regatta runs from Friday May 22nd to Sunday night May 24, more information is available at canoeregatta.org.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-12-26
State Police announced that 18 year old Dalton Malmstrom of Nichols, who was reported missing Saturday, was found deceased in the Susquehanna River by the State Police Under Water Recovery Team and members of the K9 unit. Troopers were assisted by members of the Nichols Fire Department. Malmstrom was last seen leaving his residence in Nichols, at approximately 7:45 am. on Saturday.
The Chenango County Historical Society and the Chenango County Historian’s Office are Collaborating on this summer’s “Turtle Island” festival, part of the local commemorations of America250. historical society executive director Jessica Moquin is looking for continued participation with another Community Meeting today at the SUNY Morrisville Norwich Campus:
(Jessica Moquin 5-12-26)
Tonight's community dialogue will take place 6–7:30 pm. the festival is scheduled to take place from 4 to 8 pm. on July 5 at the Chenango County Fairgrounds.
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WCDO News — Thursday 12-2-21
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 12-2-21
State Police are reminding motorists to obey the states "Move Over Law" after a state trooper on duty in his patrol car in Westchester County, had a truck crashed into his vehicle early Tuesday morning. Trooper Carlos Desilva was monitoring traffic from inside his troop car on the shoulder of I-87 when he was struck by a truck that drifted off the roadway and slammed into Desilva's marked cruiser. State Police said the vehicle sustained heavy damage, Trooper Desilva was taken to an area hospital & was treated & released.
Delaware County Public Health continues to report a surge in COVID 19 cases, with 111 new positive cases reported on Tuesday & Wednesday. The County has 290 Active cases, 18 are now hospitalized and 290 are quarantined, only 53.4% of County Residents are fully vaccinated.
On Wednesday November 24th, 2021, the Town of Walton Court issued a bench warrant for the arrest of 41 year old Robert Smith of Walton, for failing to appear at court on a prior charge of criminal possession of stolen property. Delaware County Sheriff’ Deputies located Smith Tuesday in the Town of Walton, and arrested him on the bench warrant. Smith was arraigned at the Town of Walton Court and was released again in his own recognizance.
Families visiting the Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals on Saturday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon, can have their pictures taken with Santa, Mrs. Claus and the shelter’s adoptable pets. Family dogs are invited to participate as well, but must be up to date on vaccinations. To view available animals or to donate, visit sqspca.org. or call 607-547-8111, The New Shelter is located on State Route 28 in Cooperstown.
The Otsego County Fairgrounds in Morris is the site of this year's "Holiday Of Lights" Event. The event will run December 10th, 11th, 12th, 17th & 18th from 6:00 to 9:00 PM each night, the cost is $10 per carload, more information is available on the Otsego County Fair Facebook page.
Small Business Saturday may have already passed this holiday season, but area chambers are asking residents to continue to shop local wherever possible through the holiday season, Delaware County Chamber of Commerce President Ray Pucci explains:
(Ray Pucci 12-2-21)
Pucci said that 67% of money spent at local stores stays in the community, while shopping at chain stores contributes as low as only 14% to the community they are located in.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 12-2-21
Otsego County Department of Health reported 55 new cases of COVID 19 have been reported Wednesday, with an additional 22 cases also reported from November 18th to the 28th, which were in a nursing home and were not previously reported to the health department. Otsego County has 267 Active cases, with 8 Hospitalized & 2 more Deaths, Otsego County Department of Health recommends everyone, even those who are fully vaccinated, to wear a mask indoors in public, and to continue actively washing hands & practice social distancing.
Delaware County Public Health will be conducting a COVID-19 vaccination clinic today at 97 Main Street in Delhi from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. This clinic is open to people over the age of 18 & Boosters will be available at this clinic, pre-registration is required for all Moderna Boosters through apps2.health.ny.gov. The COVID vaccine is also available for people who are completing their first series
The caregivers of Bassett Medical Center will be holding a candle lighting service of remembrance in honor of patients who have died due to COVID-19 tonight at 7:00 PM. The in-person event for the families of the deceased will be held at the United Methodist Church in Fly Creek, The virtual event will be held on Zoom, the link is available at bassett.org/2021-memorial.
On Sunday evening, November 28th, 2021, Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to a report of a car accident in the Town of Tompkins. 19-year old Tyler Wood of Sidney Center had 2 rifles in the vehicle, Wood is prohibited from possessing firearms, due to a previous felony conviction, he was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon & was released on an appearance ticket & is scheduled to appear in Town of Tompkins Court at a later date.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies observed a vehicle traveling on State Highway 10 in the Town of Walton, with one headlight out recently, the driver was identified as 22-year old Trevor Merwin of Walton, whose driver’s license was suspended for a previous failure to answer a summons. Merwin was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Operating with Driver’s View Obstructed, and Operating with Inadequate Headlamps; he was released on tickets and is scheduled to appear at the Town of Walton Court at a later date.
State Police are reminding motorists to obey the states "Move Over Law" after a state trooper on duty in his patrol car in Westchester County, had a truck crashed into his vehicle early Tuesday morning. Trooper Carlos Desilva was monitoring traffic from inside his troop car on the shoulder of I-87 when he was struck by a truck that drifted off the roadway and slammed into Desilva's marked cruiser. State Police said the vehicle sustained heavy damage, Trooper Desilva was taken to an area hospital & was treated & released.
Delaware County Public Health continues to report a surge in COVID 19 cases, with 111 new positive cases reported on Tuesday & Wednesday. The County has 290 Active cases, 18 are now hospitalized and 290 are quarantined, only 53.4% of County Residents are fully vaccinated.
On Wednesday November 24th, 2021, the Town of Walton Court issued a bench warrant for the arrest of 41 year old Robert Smith of Walton, for failing to appear at court on a prior charge of criminal possession of stolen property. Delaware County Sheriff’ Deputies located Smith Tuesday in the Town of Walton, and arrested him on the bench warrant. Smith was arraigned at the Town of Walton Court and was released again in his own recognizance.
Families visiting the Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals on Saturday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon, can have their pictures taken with Santa, Mrs. Claus and the shelter’s adoptable pets. Family dogs are invited to participate as well, but must be up to date on vaccinations. To view available animals or to donate, visit sqspca.org. or call 607-547-8111, The New Shelter is located on State Route 28 in Cooperstown.
The Otsego County Fairgrounds in Morris is the site of this year's "Holiday Of Lights" Event. The event will run December 10th, 11th, 12th, 17th & 18th from 6:00 to 9:00 PM each night, the cost is $10 per carload, more information is available on the Otsego County Fair Facebook page.
Small Business Saturday may have already passed this holiday season, but area chambers are asking residents to continue to shop local wherever possible through the holiday season, Delaware County Chamber of Commerce President Ray Pucci explains:
(Ray Pucci 12-2-21)
Pucci said that 67% of money spent at local stores stays in the community, while shopping at chain stores contributes as low as only 14% to the community they are located in.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 12-2-21
Otsego County Department of Health reported 55 new cases of COVID 19 have been reported Wednesday, with an additional 22 cases also reported from November 18th to the 28th, which were in a nursing home and were not previously reported to the health department. Otsego County has 267 Active cases, with 8 Hospitalized & 2 more Deaths, Otsego County Department of Health recommends everyone, even those who are fully vaccinated, to wear a mask indoors in public, and to continue actively washing hands & practice social distancing.
Delaware County Public Health will be conducting a COVID-19 vaccination clinic today at 97 Main Street in Delhi from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. This clinic is open to people over the age of 18 & Boosters will be available at this clinic, pre-registration is required for all Moderna Boosters through apps2.health.ny.gov. The COVID vaccine is also available for people who are completing their first series
The caregivers of Bassett Medical Center will be holding a candle lighting service of remembrance in honor of patients who have died due to COVID-19 tonight at 7:00 PM. The in-person event for the families of the deceased will be held at the United Methodist Church in Fly Creek, The virtual event will be held on Zoom, the link is available at bassett.org/2021-memorial.
On Sunday evening, November 28th, 2021, Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to a report of a car accident in the Town of Tompkins. 19-year old Tyler Wood of Sidney Center had 2 rifles in the vehicle, Wood is prohibited from possessing firearms, due to a previous felony conviction, he was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon & was released on an appearance ticket & is scheduled to appear in Town of Tompkins Court at a later date.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies observed a vehicle traveling on State Highway 10 in the Town of Walton, with one headlight out recently, the driver was identified as 22-year old Trevor Merwin of Walton, whose driver’s license was suspended for a previous failure to answer a summons. Merwin was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Operating with Driver’s View Obstructed, and Operating with Inadequate Headlamps; he was released on tickets and is scheduled to appear at the Town of Walton Court at a later date.
WCDO News — Friday 2-12-21
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 2-12-21
Secretary to the Governor Melissa DeRosa is under fire, for saying to some state lawmakers in a ZOOM meeting that the administration "Froze Up" after being asked last summer for information by the US Department of Justice, regarding the death toll in the state’s nursing homes from COVID 19. Local State Assemblyman Joe Angelino is the Ranking Republican on the Assembly Oversight, Analysis and Investigation Committee, he told WCDO news of his reaction:
(Angelino 2-12-21)
The State Health Department has released updated statistics in the last week that greatly increased the number of deaths of Nursing home residents to over 12,700, by including those who died from COVID while in a hospital. This Afternoon, DeRosa clarified her statements by stating that Governor's Office had asked State Lawmakers to wait for the administration’s response on Nursing Home deaths, so the administration could first resolve the Federal inquiry, she said that they were fully transparent with the Federal & then state inquiries in that order. Some Lawmakers are calling for limiting the Governor's emergency powers & for the resignations of DeRosa; many have also been calling for the resignation of State Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker.
2010 Unatego graduate Aaron "Frosty" Foster, who grew up in Wells Bridge, passed away unexpectedly Thursday in Tennessee. Foster was a bluegrass musician, who currently had the #6 song on the Bluegrass charts, with Troy Boone, entitled "Country Fool". Foster was inducted in 2020 into the Unatego Central School District Hall Of Distinction, he was 28.
Major League Baseball announced today that all 120 Minor League Clubs offered an invitation to become Professional Development League (“PDL”) license holders, have officially agreed to accept. The Binghamton Rumble Ponies, selected as partners by the New York Mets, will provide both facilities and communities that are essential to the development of the next generation of big-league stars. The Rumble Ponies will compete in a brand new League for the 2021 season and beyond. They will take part in the New Double-A Northeast League, and will be seeded in the Northeast division.
State Police arrested 33 year old Carlos Smith of Utica, for torturing, injuring & failing to feed 6 dogs left at his former residence in the town of Davenport in December. Smith was officially charged with 6 counts of failing to provide proper sustenance to animals; a warrant was issued for his arrest, which occurred late Thursday afternoon.
State Police located 15 year old Trevor Mallory in the City in Binghamton in good health; he was turned over to the custody of a family member. Mallory was reported missing on February 2nd, where he was last seen leaving the town of Colesville in a vehicle. State Police stated that tips from the public & and the sharing of Mallory’s picture on social media led to his reappearance.
Republican Claudia Tenney was sworn in to serve in the New York 22nd Congressional District yesterday, she previously served in Congress from 2016 to 2018 when she lost her re-election bid to Democrat Anthony Brindisi, who she just defeated by 109 votes, the vote count wasn't certified until earlier this week after a prolonged vote count & issues with ballots in Oneida & Chenango Counties.
A.O. Fox Tri-Town Campus in Sidney will hold a Blood Drive Monday from 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM, Spokesperson Rebecca Brooks-White said that there is a shortage of many blood types:
(Rebecca Brooks White 2-12-21)
Appointments may be made at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-Red Cross.
Chenango County Public Health reported another COVID related death today, bringing their total to 49. The report 102 active cases, 280 quarantined & 20 hospitalized, their total number of cases is up to 2285.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 2-12-21
State Police updated their information regarding Thursday's crash of a garbage truck on State Route 17 in the town of Windsor. The unidentified 64 year old driver from the Bronx was traveling at an unsafe speed, and made an unsafe lane change, he went through the guiderail and into the median, struck an earth embankment, the truck continued & the tractor became detached & overturned and came to rest in the median between the over passes for State Line Road. The driver was taken to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City, the truck is registered to Lae Transport Corp in Newark, New Jersey, the investigation is continuing.
Stadiums and arenas can reopen with limited spectators on February 23rd, following the success of the Buffalo Bills testing program, Governor Cuomo explained during a recent COVID 19 briefing:
(Cuomo 2-12-21)
Under the new reopening guidelines, the Barclays Center will open when the Brooklyn Nets host the Sacramento Kings.
This weekend will be the first Free Fishing Weekend of the year, when anglers are permitted to fish for free without a license. Tips on Ice fishing are available on the state DEC website, Participants are reminded to be socially distanced from others, wear masks & avoid sharing gear when possible.
Delaware County Public Health reported 17 news COVID cases Thursday out of 352 tests, they have 116 active cases, 22 are hospitalized & 309 are quarantined.
The next Delaware County Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative committee virtual meeting is Today at 1:00 pm. This meeting will be live-streamed on the Delaware County YouTube channel; the link will be shared 15 minutes prior to the start of the meeting on the Delaware County Facebook page. The live-stream video will remain available on the Delaware County YouTube channel after the meeting has ended, and a recording will be available on Facebook.
The Greater Oneonta Historical Society has a new exhibition coming to its History Center at 183 Main Street. "Up from the Ashes, Oneonta Shaped by Fire" opens Today, the exhibition covers the history of Oneonta's early fire companies, the Oneonta Fire Department, & notable Oneonta fires, it will remain on display until May 1st, more information is available at 432-0960 or info@OneontaHistory.org.
Secretary to the Governor Melissa DeRosa is under fire, for saying to some state lawmakers in a ZOOM meeting that the administration "Froze Up" after being asked last summer for information by the US Department of Justice, regarding the death toll in the state’s nursing homes from COVID 19. Local State Assemblyman Joe Angelino is the Ranking Republican on the Assembly Oversight, Analysis and Investigation Committee, he told WCDO news of his reaction:
(Angelino 2-12-21)
The State Health Department has released updated statistics in the last week that greatly increased the number of deaths of Nursing home residents to over 12,700, by including those who died from COVID while in a hospital. This Afternoon, DeRosa clarified her statements by stating that Governor's Office had asked State Lawmakers to wait for the administration’s response on Nursing Home deaths, so the administration could first resolve the Federal inquiry, she said that they were fully transparent with the Federal & then state inquiries in that order. Some Lawmakers are calling for limiting the Governor's emergency powers & for the resignations of DeRosa; many have also been calling for the resignation of State Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker.
2010 Unatego graduate Aaron "Frosty" Foster, who grew up in Wells Bridge, passed away unexpectedly Thursday in Tennessee. Foster was a bluegrass musician, who currently had the #6 song on the Bluegrass charts, with Troy Boone, entitled "Country Fool". Foster was inducted in 2020 into the Unatego Central School District Hall Of Distinction, he was 28.
Major League Baseball announced today that all 120 Minor League Clubs offered an invitation to become Professional Development League (“PDL”) license holders, have officially agreed to accept. The Binghamton Rumble Ponies, selected as partners by the New York Mets, will provide both facilities and communities that are essential to the development of the next generation of big-league stars. The Rumble Ponies will compete in a brand new League for the 2021 season and beyond. They will take part in the New Double-A Northeast League, and will be seeded in the Northeast division.
State Police arrested 33 year old Carlos Smith of Utica, for torturing, injuring & failing to feed 6 dogs left at his former residence in the town of Davenport in December. Smith was officially charged with 6 counts of failing to provide proper sustenance to animals; a warrant was issued for his arrest, which occurred late Thursday afternoon.
State Police located 15 year old Trevor Mallory in the City in Binghamton in good health; he was turned over to the custody of a family member. Mallory was reported missing on February 2nd, where he was last seen leaving the town of Colesville in a vehicle. State Police stated that tips from the public & and the sharing of Mallory’s picture on social media led to his reappearance.
Republican Claudia Tenney was sworn in to serve in the New York 22nd Congressional District yesterday, she previously served in Congress from 2016 to 2018 when she lost her re-election bid to Democrat Anthony Brindisi, who she just defeated by 109 votes, the vote count wasn't certified until earlier this week after a prolonged vote count & issues with ballots in Oneida & Chenango Counties.
A.O. Fox Tri-Town Campus in Sidney will hold a Blood Drive Monday from 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM, Spokesperson Rebecca Brooks-White said that there is a shortage of many blood types:
(Rebecca Brooks White 2-12-21)
Appointments may be made at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-Red Cross.
Chenango County Public Health reported another COVID related death today, bringing their total to 49. The report 102 active cases, 280 quarantined & 20 hospitalized, their total number of cases is up to 2285.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 2-12-21
State Police updated their information regarding Thursday's crash of a garbage truck on State Route 17 in the town of Windsor. The unidentified 64 year old driver from the Bronx was traveling at an unsafe speed, and made an unsafe lane change, he went through the guiderail and into the median, struck an earth embankment, the truck continued & the tractor became detached & overturned and came to rest in the median between the over passes for State Line Road. The driver was taken to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City, the truck is registered to Lae Transport Corp in Newark, New Jersey, the investigation is continuing.
Stadiums and arenas can reopen with limited spectators on February 23rd, following the success of the Buffalo Bills testing program, Governor Cuomo explained during a recent COVID 19 briefing:
(Cuomo 2-12-21)
Under the new reopening guidelines, the Barclays Center will open when the Brooklyn Nets host the Sacramento Kings.
This weekend will be the first Free Fishing Weekend of the year, when anglers are permitted to fish for free without a license. Tips on Ice fishing are available on the state DEC website, Participants are reminded to be socially distanced from others, wear masks & avoid sharing gear when possible.
Delaware County Public Health reported 17 news COVID cases Thursday out of 352 tests, they have 116 active cases, 22 are hospitalized & 309 are quarantined.
The next Delaware County Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative committee virtual meeting is Today at 1:00 pm. This meeting will be live-streamed on the Delaware County YouTube channel; the link will be shared 15 minutes prior to the start of the meeting on the Delaware County Facebook page. The live-stream video will remain available on the Delaware County YouTube channel after the meeting has ended, and a recording will be available on Facebook.
The Greater Oneonta Historical Society has a new exhibition coming to its History Center at 183 Main Street. "Up from the Ashes, Oneonta Shaped by Fire" opens Today, the exhibition covers the history of Oneonta's early fire companies, the Oneonta Fire Department, & notable Oneonta fires, it will remain on display until May 1st, more information is available at 432-0960 or info@OneontaHistory.org.
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WCDO News — Thursday 2-4-21
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 2-4-21
The State Assembly Oversight, Analysis & Investigation committee may soon be looking into the controversial issue of COVID deaths in nursing home and hospitals, following Attorney General Letitia James's report that the State Health Department undercounted the number of Nursing homes deaths, while state Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker has used the location of deaths in his statistics. Assemblyman Joe Angelino is the ranking Republican on the Assembly Oversight Analysis & Investigation committee, and he said that the Attorney General's report only dealt with 10% if the state's nursing homes and more information is needed:
(Angelino 2-4-21)
Also, adding to the confusion last year was where to attribute the death of a nursing home resident while in an ambulance; Assemblyman Angelino said that people just need to get the truth from their state government regarding the death of their loved ones that resided in Nursing homes.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand will be joining the U.S. Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, Senator Gillibrand’s has also served on the Senate Armed Services Committee, she will also remain on the Agriculture Committee, & the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging.
The State Health Department announced Wednesday's COVID 19 statistics today. Over 169,000 Tests were conducted statewide, with over 7400 positives, a rate of 3.38%. Patient Hospitalizations went down by 115 to 7,967, the number of ICU patients was still around 1500, and the number of ventilators went down by 17 to 986. There were 135 COVID deaths Wednesday.
Chenango County Public Health reported 2 more deaths from COVID today, bringing their total to 47. Chenango County reports 24 hospitalizations, 138 active cases & 378 quarantines. They have had 2146 confirmed cases since the pandemic started, with 1931 Total Recoveries.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce invites members to join them virtually on Thursday, February 18th from 8:30 to 9:30 AM for the Chamber's Free 3rd Thursday. The featured speaker for this event is State Senator Peter Oberacker, register at delawarecounty.org or at 746-2281, once registered, a Zoom link will be emailed.
State Police are searching for 33 year old Carlos Smith, Formerly of Davenport, after troopers discovered Deceased dogs & Puppies in a crat outside his residence in December. Smith is accused of failing to provide sustenance & proper care to the dogs; he is described as a Black male, 5'9" tall, about 130 pounds with black & Brown Hair & brown Eyes. Anyone with information should contact the state police at 432-3211 or crimetip@troopers.ny.gov.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 2-4-21
A state judge has ordered New York’s Department of Health to release records about nursing home residents who died of COVID-19 in hospitals; the order comes just a week after a report by Attorney General Letitia James' office showed nursing home deaths in the state could have been under-counted by as much as 50%. State Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker has categorized deaths by location, so if a nursing home resident died in a hospital, it was listed as a hospital death.
Governor Cuomo reported a slight increase in COVID Hospitalizations Statewide to 8082, there were still 1,522 Patients in the ICU; 1,003 Intubated on ventilators. The state tested 126,489 with 5925 Positives for a Statewide Positivity Rate is 4.68%. There were 160 COVID-19 Deaths in New York State Yesterday
Delaware County Public Health reported 2 more people died of Covid-19 related complications. Delaware County had 9 new COVID cases Wednesday, they report 84 total cases, 278 quarantined, and they’ve had 38 deaths from COVID since last year.
Otsego County Health Department reported 23 new COVID cases Wednesday, with 1 more death reported. They report 18 hospitalized & 126 active cases.
State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect wanted for a break-in at the Balsam Inn in the town of Pharsalia. Surveillance video captured the male subject who is a heavier set, older white male wearing a grey long sleeve shirt, a hat and jeans. He’s accused of breaking into the business on November 26th and taking neon signs, bar lights, a table and bar stools. He is also caught on camera destroying several items, including ripping a camera off the wall; anyone with information should call Troop C in Sidney at 561-7400.
There will be a free "Get the Facts about Cancer" Zoom presentation at 2:00 pm. To receive the Zoom link, register at bassett.zoom.us, more information is available at 433-3703.
The State Assembly Oversight, Analysis & Investigation committee may soon be looking into the controversial issue of COVID deaths in nursing home and hospitals, following Attorney General Letitia James's report that the State Health Department undercounted the number of Nursing homes deaths, while state Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker has used the location of deaths in his statistics. Assemblyman Joe Angelino is the ranking Republican on the Assembly Oversight Analysis & Investigation committee, and he said that the Attorney General's report only dealt with 10% if the state's nursing homes and more information is needed:
(Angelino 2-4-21)
Also, adding to the confusion last year was where to attribute the death of a nursing home resident while in an ambulance; Assemblyman Angelino said that people just need to get the truth from their state government regarding the death of their loved ones that resided in Nursing homes.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand will be joining the U.S. Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, Senator Gillibrand’s has also served on the Senate Armed Services Committee, she will also remain on the Agriculture Committee, & the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging.
The State Health Department announced Wednesday's COVID 19 statistics today. Over 169,000 Tests were conducted statewide, with over 7400 positives, a rate of 3.38%. Patient Hospitalizations went down by 115 to 7,967, the number of ICU patients was still around 1500, and the number of ventilators went down by 17 to 986. There were 135 COVID deaths Wednesday.
Chenango County Public Health reported 2 more deaths from COVID today, bringing their total to 47. Chenango County reports 24 hospitalizations, 138 active cases & 378 quarantines. They have had 2146 confirmed cases since the pandemic started, with 1931 Total Recoveries.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce invites members to join them virtually on Thursday, February 18th from 8:30 to 9:30 AM for the Chamber's Free 3rd Thursday. The featured speaker for this event is State Senator Peter Oberacker, register at delawarecounty.org or at 746-2281, once registered, a Zoom link will be emailed.
State Police are searching for 33 year old Carlos Smith, Formerly of Davenport, after troopers discovered Deceased dogs & Puppies in a crat outside his residence in December. Smith is accused of failing to provide sustenance & proper care to the dogs; he is described as a Black male, 5'9" tall, about 130 pounds with black & Brown Hair & brown Eyes. Anyone with information should contact the state police at 432-3211 or crimetip@troopers.ny.gov.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 2-4-21
A state judge has ordered New York’s Department of Health to release records about nursing home residents who died of COVID-19 in hospitals; the order comes just a week after a report by Attorney General Letitia James' office showed nursing home deaths in the state could have been under-counted by as much as 50%. State Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker has categorized deaths by location, so if a nursing home resident died in a hospital, it was listed as a hospital death.
Governor Cuomo reported a slight increase in COVID Hospitalizations Statewide to 8082, there were still 1,522 Patients in the ICU; 1,003 Intubated on ventilators. The state tested 126,489 with 5925 Positives for a Statewide Positivity Rate is 4.68%. There were 160 COVID-19 Deaths in New York State Yesterday
Delaware County Public Health reported 2 more people died of Covid-19 related complications. Delaware County had 9 new COVID cases Wednesday, they report 84 total cases, 278 quarantined, and they’ve had 38 deaths from COVID since last year.
Otsego County Health Department reported 23 new COVID cases Wednesday, with 1 more death reported. They report 18 hospitalized & 126 active cases.
State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect wanted for a break-in at the Balsam Inn in the town of Pharsalia. Surveillance video captured the male subject who is a heavier set, older white male wearing a grey long sleeve shirt, a hat and jeans. He’s accused of breaking into the business on November 26th and taking neon signs, bar lights, a table and bar stools. He is also caught on camera destroying several items, including ripping a camera off the wall; anyone with information should call Troop C in Sidney at 561-7400.
There will be a free "Get the Facts about Cancer" Zoom presentation at 2:00 pm. To receive the Zoom link, register at bassett.zoom.us, more information is available at 433-3703.
ASSEMBLMAN JOE ANGELINOATTORNEY GENERAL LETITIA JAMESBALSAM INNCARLOS SMITHDavenportDelaware County Chamber of CommerceDelaware County Public HealthGovernor CuomoNew YorkNYOTSEGO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTPHARSALIASTATE HEALTH COMMISSIONER DR. HOWARD ZUCKERSTATE SENATOR PETER OBERACKERU.S. SENATOR KIRSTEN GILLIBRAND