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WCDO News — Wednesday 6-3-26
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-3-26
The Oneonta Fire Department responded to the report of a fire at the new Dietz Street Lofts in Oneonta, at about 2:00 PM this afternoon. mutual aid was requester from fire departments in Otego, West Oneonta, Laurens and Milford, Videos from scene showed flames on the roof of one of the buildings. WCDO News will have more information as it becomes available.
State Police at Troop C responded to the report of a Motorcycle and SUV accident at State 434 in Owego. Troopers & 1st responders attempted life-saving measures but were unsuccessful. The operator of the motorcycle was pronounced deceased, the driver of the SUV was transported to Wilson Medical Center in Johnson City for evaluation and treatment. The investigation remains on-going. The identity of the motorcyclist will be released once notifications are made to next of kin.
Attorney General Letitia James today announced another court victory against the National Rifle Association and former Executive Vice President & CEO Wayne LaPierre, and other top executives, The judgment will require LaPierre to pay $4.3 million back to the organization LaPierre had sought to overturn the 2024 judgment against him filed by James in 2020, the motion was rejected in State Supreme Court. LaPierre was also banned from serving as an officer or director of the NRA or any organization under the NRA's direct control for 10 years.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $63.5 million infrastructure project targeting roadways across the Southern Tier and western parts of the state. Locally In Otsego County, a $5.5 million safety initiative will be spent on installing a new sidewalk and drainage system upgrades along State Route 28 in Cooperstown. Transportation officials warn local commuters to prepare for ongoing lane adjustments, reduced speeds, and alternating ramp closures throughout the construction zones.
$6.3 million of the $54 million distributed to SUNY schools are going to Southern Tier universities, SUNY Chancellor John King Jr. announced that $5.8 million of that money will go to Binghamton University while the remaining $500,000 will go toward SUNY Delhi, for student services and research performed by the universities.
New York State DEC announced new and continued investments to address extreme heat, new funding opportunities to create public cooling spaces, and expanded assistance to provide affordable cooling for New Yorkers at home. With heat waves and other extreme heat events more common, DEC is coordinating the implementation of the plan with NYSERDA and other state agencies Information about what the public can do during hot weather and how to?locate cooling centers?can be found at health.ny.gov.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 6-3-26
CHENANGO COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE arrested 30 year old Jordan Robinson of Smyrna for Harassment, Unlawful Imprisonment, Criminal Mischief and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Deputies responded to a residence in Smyrna for a domestic dispute, where Robinson allegedly subjected the victim to unwanted physical contact, damaged property, and attempted to prevent the victim from calling 911 in the presence of a juvenile. Robinson was Arraigned & was released on an appearance ticket, and an order of protection was issued for the victim. Robinson is to appear in the Town of Smyrna Court at a later date.
Attorney General Letitia James announced the sentencing of former New York State Police Trooper Christopher Baldner of Catskill for causing the death of 11-year-old Monica Goods on December 22, 2020. Baldner was found guilty on the charge of Manslaughter & was sentenced to 2 1/2 to 7 1/2 years in prison. On December 22, 2020 Tristin Goods was driving on the New York State Thruway with his wife and two young daughters, Trooper Baldner was on patrol and stopped the Goods family car for speeding. During the stop, Baldner deployed pepper spray into the interior of the car and Mr. Goods sped away, Baldner rammed his police vehicle into the rear of the Goods family's car twice, it skidded into the guard rail, flipped over, and came to rest upside down. The impact ejected Monica Goods from the car, causing her death.
Broome County Sheriff's Office arrested 26 year old Jazmine Meade of the Town of Dickinson, after a search warrant execution found narcotics & other drug paraphernalia on Monday. Members of the Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a search warrant at the Hillside Inn, as well a vehicle associated with Meade, officers seized 34.9 grams of cocaine, Suboxone strips, Narcotics packaging material, Digital scale, Cutting agent, Meade was charged with 2 Counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and Endangering the Welfare of a Child, 3 Counts of Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia, Child Protective Services was contacted for additional investigation.
The deadline has been extended for those in Chenango County to comment on the County Hazard Mitigation plan, Shane Butler of the County Planning Department explains:
(Shane Butler 6-3-26)
The link for the public comment period is at chenangocountyny.gov/416/Hazard-Mitigation-Plan---2026
An American Red Cross Blood Drive is hosting a blood drive at A.O. Fox Hospital from 12:00 Noon to 5:00 PM, In the Levine Conference Room. Appointments may be made by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767), visiting www.redcrossblood.org, or using the American Red Cross Blood Donor App.
The Oneonta Fire Department responded to the report of a fire at the new Dietz Street Lofts in Oneonta, at about 2:00 PM this afternoon. mutual aid was requester from fire departments in Otego, West Oneonta, Laurens and Milford, Videos from scene showed flames on the roof of one of the buildings. WCDO News will have more information as it becomes available.
State Police at Troop C responded to the report of a Motorcycle and SUV accident at State 434 in Owego. Troopers & 1st responders attempted life-saving measures but were unsuccessful. The operator of the motorcycle was pronounced deceased, the driver of the SUV was transported to Wilson Medical Center in Johnson City for evaluation and treatment. The investigation remains on-going. The identity of the motorcyclist will be released once notifications are made to next of kin.
Attorney General Letitia James today announced another court victory against the National Rifle Association and former Executive Vice President & CEO Wayne LaPierre, and other top executives, The judgment will require LaPierre to pay $4.3 million back to the organization LaPierre had sought to overturn the 2024 judgment against him filed by James in 2020, the motion was rejected in State Supreme Court. LaPierre was also banned from serving as an officer or director of the NRA or any organization under the NRA's direct control for 10 years.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $63.5 million infrastructure project targeting roadways across the Southern Tier and western parts of the state. Locally In Otsego County, a $5.5 million safety initiative will be spent on installing a new sidewalk and drainage system upgrades along State Route 28 in Cooperstown. Transportation officials warn local commuters to prepare for ongoing lane adjustments, reduced speeds, and alternating ramp closures throughout the construction zones.
$6.3 million of the $54 million distributed to SUNY schools are going to Southern Tier universities, SUNY Chancellor John King Jr. announced that $5.8 million of that money will go to Binghamton University while the remaining $500,000 will go toward SUNY Delhi, for student services and research performed by the universities.
New York State DEC announced new and continued investments to address extreme heat, new funding opportunities to create public cooling spaces, and expanded assistance to provide affordable cooling for New Yorkers at home. With heat waves and other extreme heat events more common, DEC is coordinating the implementation of the plan with NYSERDA and other state agencies Information about what the public can do during hot weather and how to?locate cooling centers?can be found at health.ny.gov.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 6-3-26
CHENANGO COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE arrested 30 year old Jordan Robinson of Smyrna for Harassment, Unlawful Imprisonment, Criminal Mischief and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Deputies responded to a residence in Smyrna for a domestic dispute, where Robinson allegedly subjected the victim to unwanted physical contact, damaged property, and attempted to prevent the victim from calling 911 in the presence of a juvenile. Robinson was Arraigned & was released on an appearance ticket, and an order of protection was issued for the victim. Robinson is to appear in the Town of Smyrna Court at a later date.
Attorney General Letitia James announced the sentencing of former New York State Police Trooper Christopher Baldner of Catskill for causing the death of 11-year-old Monica Goods on December 22, 2020. Baldner was found guilty on the charge of Manslaughter & was sentenced to 2 1/2 to 7 1/2 years in prison. On December 22, 2020 Tristin Goods was driving on the New York State Thruway with his wife and two young daughters, Trooper Baldner was on patrol and stopped the Goods family car for speeding. During the stop, Baldner deployed pepper spray into the interior of the car and Mr. Goods sped away, Baldner rammed his police vehicle into the rear of the Goods family's car twice, it skidded into the guard rail, flipped over, and came to rest upside down. The impact ejected Monica Goods from the car, causing her death.
Broome County Sheriff's Office arrested 26 year old Jazmine Meade of the Town of Dickinson, after a search warrant execution found narcotics & other drug paraphernalia on Monday. Members of the Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a search warrant at the Hillside Inn, as well a vehicle associated with Meade, officers seized 34.9 grams of cocaine, Suboxone strips, Narcotics packaging material, Digital scale, Cutting agent, Meade was charged with 2 Counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and Endangering the Welfare of a Child, 3 Counts of Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia, Child Protective Services was contacted for additional investigation.
The deadline has been extended for those in Chenango County to comment on the County Hazard Mitigation plan, Shane Butler of the County Planning Department explains:
(Shane Butler 6-3-26)
The link for the public comment period is at chenangocountyny.gov/416/Hazard-Mitigation-Plan---2026
An American Red Cross Blood Drive is hosting a blood drive at A.O. Fox Hospital from 12:00 Noon to 5:00 PM, In the Levine Conference Room. Appointments may be made by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767), visiting www.redcrossblood.org, or using the American Red Cross Blood Donor App.
A.O. FOX HOSPITALAMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVESATTORNEY GENERAL LEITITIA JAMESCHENANGO COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENTCHRISTOPHER BALDNERCooperstownDICKINSONGOVERNOR HOCHULJAZMINE MEADJORDAN ROBINSONNew YorkNRANYOneontaOWEGOSHANE BUTLERSTATE DECSUNY BINGHAMTONSUNY CHANCELLOR JOHN KINGSUNY DELHIWAYNE La PIERREWCDO
WCDO News — Friday 5-15-26
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-15-26
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies were notified of a scam where callers are contacting residents and reporting that they are from the New York State Electric & Gas, The scammers state that there is an overdue bill and that if the bill is not immediately paid, the resident's electricity will be shut off. The Sheriff;s Office reported that people should never give personal financial information to cold callers, they should hang up, and contact local law enforcement if they feel that they were scammed.
Chenango County Planning Department announced that they are seeking more public comments on the Hazard Mitigation Plan, Shane Butler of the Planning Department Shane Butler told WCDO News about the process:
(Shane Butler 5-15-26)
The plan is available at chenangocountyny.gov/Hazard-Mitigation, interested citizens have until the end of May to comment.
The Unadilla Food Pantry is having an open house on Saturday from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at their location, at 172 Main Street. Participants will tour the facility & meet with volunteers & learn about their programs.
The Oneonta Town Board has approved a 1 year moratorium to stop new data centers or cryptocurrency mining. The moratorium affects plans by Eco-Yotta from building a data center on County Road 9 in the Town of Oneonta, the plan requires State Approval to be implemented.
Regatta Row will be set up for another week in the Bainbridge Business District, the canoe paddle Adirondack chairs will be brought to the General Clinton Canoe Regatta grounds next Friday & they will be auctioned off at 4:00 PM Saturday May 23rd in the Chamber of Commerce tent at General Clinton park during the canoe regatta. The auctions will start online at 32auctions.com.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-15-26
Hartwick College will confer degrees to approximately 220 students during its 94th Commencement ceremony, which begins at 10 am. Saturday, on Elmore Field. For more information, visit hartwick.edu, the event will also be live streamed on the Hartwick College You Tube Channel.
The Mid-York Concert Band will hold their annual Spring Concert in Norwich Sunday, band director Doug Ernst explains:
(Doug Ernst 5-15-26)
The Mid-York Concert Band is celebrating its 42nd year, the next performance is Sunday, at 2:00 PM in the Norwich High School Auditorium, and they will hold a Christmas program later in the holiday season.
2 more American Red Cross Blood Drives are being held today 1 in Margaretville from 1:30 pm. - 5:30 pm., at the Fire Department, another in Deposit from 8 am. - 1 pm., at the Deposit Central School, make appointments at RedCrossBlood.org, by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
The Chenango County Department of Public Health will be visiting area towns through June 30th, to educate the community on the importance of Lead and Lead Poisoning, with their annual "LEAD WALK" that has continued since 2012. Chenango County Health Department Senior Health Educator Chris Arnold explains:
(Chris Arnold 5-15-26)
Chenango County Residents should look for blue doorknob hangers on your front door to access this educational information about lead poisoning. More information, contact the Chenango County Health Department at (607) 337-1660.
Saturday will be the 2nd annual “Play for Pete” Peter Stanton Jr Memorial Softball Tournament @Keith Clark Park in Sidney. The day will include an 8 team softball tournament, concessions, Hot Air Balloon Rides, face painting, music, Cornhole raffles & door prizes. ALL proceeds from the event go to Athletic awards, Scholarships and Youth sports programs.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies were notified of a scam where callers are contacting residents and reporting that they are from the New York State Electric & Gas, The scammers state that there is an overdue bill and that if the bill is not immediately paid, the resident's electricity will be shut off. The Sheriff;s Office reported that people should never give personal financial information to cold callers, they should hang up, and contact local law enforcement if they feel that they were scammed.
Chenango County Planning Department announced that they are seeking more public comments on the Hazard Mitigation Plan, Shane Butler of the Planning Department Shane Butler told WCDO News about the process:
(Shane Butler 5-15-26)
The plan is available at chenangocountyny.gov/Hazard-Mitigation, interested citizens have until the end of May to comment.
The Unadilla Food Pantry is having an open house on Saturday from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at their location, at 172 Main Street. Participants will tour the facility & meet with volunteers & learn about their programs.
The Oneonta Town Board has approved a 1 year moratorium to stop new data centers or cryptocurrency mining. The moratorium affects plans by Eco-Yotta from building a data center on County Road 9 in the Town of Oneonta, the plan requires State Approval to be implemented.
Regatta Row will be set up for another week in the Bainbridge Business District, the canoe paddle Adirondack chairs will be brought to the General Clinton Canoe Regatta grounds next Friday & they will be auctioned off at 4:00 PM Saturday May 23rd in the Chamber of Commerce tent at General Clinton park during the canoe regatta. The auctions will start online at 32auctions.com.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-15-26
Hartwick College will confer degrees to approximately 220 students during its 94th Commencement ceremony, which begins at 10 am. Saturday, on Elmore Field. For more information, visit hartwick.edu, the event will also be live streamed on the Hartwick College You Tube Channel.
The Mid-York Concert Band will hold their annual Spring Concert in Norwich Sunday, band director Doug Ernst explains:
(Doug Ernst 5-15-26)
The Mid-York Concert Band is celebrating its 42nd year, the next performance is Sunday, at 2:00 PM in the Norwich High School Auditorium, and they will hold a Christmas program later in the holiday season.
2 more American Red Cross Blood Drives are being held today 1 in Margaretville from 1:30 pm. - 5:30 pm., at the Fire Department, another in Deposit from 8 am. - 1 pm., at the Deposit Central School, make appointments at RedCrossBlood.org, by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
The Chenango County Department of Public Health will be visiting area towns through June 30th, to educate the community on the importance of Lead and Lead Poisoning, with their annual "LEAD WALK" that has continued since 2012. Chenango County Health Department Senior Health Educator Chris Arnold explains:
(Chris Arnold 5-15-26)
Chenango County Residents should look for blue doorknob hangers on your front door to access this educational information about lead poisoning. More information, contact the Chenango County Health Department at (607) 337-1660.
Saturday will be the 2nd annual “Play for Pete” Peter Stanton Jr Memorial Softball Tournament @Keith Clark Park in Sidney. The day will include an 8 team softball tournament, concessions, Hot Air Balloon Rides, face painting, music, Cornhole raffles & door prizes. ALL proceeds from the event go to Athletic awards, Scholarships and Youth sports programs.
Chenango county health departmentCHENANGO COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENTCHRIS ARNOLDDEPOSIT CENTRAL SCHOOLDOUG ERNSTHartwick CollegeKEITH CLARK PARKLEAD WALKMID YORK CONCERT BANDNew YorkNORWICH HIGH SCHOOLNYNYSEGOneontaPETER STANTON JR MEMORIAL SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTREGATTA ROWSHANE BUTLERSidneyUNADILLA FOOD PANTRYWCDO
WCDO News — Tuesday 4-28-26
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-28-26
The land has been cleared & construction will begin soon for the new Stewart's Shop on West Main Street & Steiner Road in Sidney, Stewart's Director of Real Estate Chuck Marshall told WCDO About the store:
(Chuck Marshall 4-28-26)
Marshall said that the new Stewart's Shop in Sidney should be open for business this July.
The Chenango County Hazard Mitigation plan draft plan review will be held Wednesday online from 10:00 Am to 11:00 AM and 6:00 to 7:00 PM. The plan can be read at chenangocountyny.gov, following the meeting, the public review period will be for 30 days. The QR codes for each meeting can be found at the Chenango County Planning Department Facebook page.
On Saturday, May 2, an estimated 5,000 volunteers are expected to participate in I Love My Park Day, the state's largest single-day volunteer event, with projects taking place at more than 160 sites across New York. For more information and to view events go to ptny.org/events
The Butternut Valley Alliance is accepting artist submissions for the annual "On the Trail of Art" forest exhibition, to be held June 13-14 at General Jacob Morris State Forest. Artists are invited to submit weatherproof work for outdoor display along a forest trail transformed into an immersive gallery. Artists may also contribute work to BVA's online auction. Submissions can be made at butternutvalleyalliance.org or by emailing info@butternutvalleyalliance.org.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-28-26
41 year old Frank Giacalone of Walton, pleaded guilty to Felony Driving While Intoxicated in Delaware County Court, The plea was entered as part of a negotiated disposition where it is anticipated that Giacalone will be sentenced to 1 to 3 years in state prison. State Police responded to the report of a vehicle hit a fire hydrant on Mead Street in the Village of Walton, then backed up and drove away. A Trooper observed a piece of the vehicle’s front bumper near the fire hydrant, found the vehicle matching the description, missing a portion of its front bumper, Giacalone failed field sobriety tests & was arrested, he'll be sentenced at a later date.
Delaware County DPW will be closing bridges to through traffic for inspections, including the Hamden Covered Bridge on May 11th & 12th, the Downsville Covered Bridge May 13th to May 15th, the Fitches Covered Bridge on May 16, through Monday, May 18, The traveling public should use alternate routes.
Golfers are invited to sharpen their swing and safeguard their season during ‘Improve Your Swing, Protect Your Game,” installment of UHS Chenango Memorial’s new sports medicine series. The event will take place at 6:00 tonight at Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich, presented by Physical therapist Allison O’Neill & Dr. Keith Cordischi. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call (607) 337-4510.
The land has been cleared & construction will begin soon for the new Stewart's Shop on West Main Street & Steiner Road in Sidney, Stewart's Director of Real Estate Chuck Marshall told WCDO About the store:
(Chuck Marshall 4-28-26)
Marshall said that the new Stewart's Shop in Sidney should be open for business this July.
The Chenango County Hazard Mitigation plan draft plan review will be held Wednesday online from 10:00 Am to 11:00 AM and 6:00 to 7:00 PM. The plan can be read at chenangocountyny.gov, following the meeting, the public review period will be for 30 days. The QR codes for each meeting can be found at the Chenango County Planning Department Facebook page.
On Saturday, May 2, an estimated 5,000 volunteers are expected to participate in I Love My Park Day, the state's largest single-day volunteer event, with projects taking place at more than 160 sites across New York. For more information and to view events go to ptny.org/events
The Butternut Valley Alliance is accepting artist submissions for the annual "On the Trail of Art" forest exhibition, to be held June 13-14 at General Jacob Morris State Forest. Artists are invited to submit weatherproof work for outdoor display along a forest trail transformed into an immersive gallery. Artists may also contribute work to BVA's online auction. Submissions can be made at butternutvalleyalliance.org or by emailing info@butternutvalleyalliance.org.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-28-26
41 year old Frank Giacalone of Walton, pleaded guilty to Felony Driving While Intoxicated in Delaware County Court, The plea was entered as part of a negotiated disposition where it is anticipated that Giacalone will be sentenced to 1 to 3 years in state prison. State Police responded to the report of a vehicle hit a fire hydrant on Mead Street in the Village of Walton, then backed up and drove away. A Trooper observed a piece of the vehicle’s front bumper near the fire hydrant, found the vehicle matching the description, missing a portion of its front bumper, Giacalone failed field sobriety tests & was arrested, he'll be sentenced at a later date.
Delaware County DPW will be closing bridges to through traffic for inspections, including the Hamden Covered Bridge on May 11th & 12th, the Downsville Covered Bridge May 13th to May 15th, the Fitches Covered Bridge on May 16, through Monday, May 18, The traveling public should use alternate routes.
Golfers are invited to sharpen their swing and safeguard their season during ‘Improve Your Swing, Protect Your Game,” installment of UHS Chenango Memorial’s new sports medicine series. The event will take place at 6:00 tonight at Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich, presented by Physical therapist Allison O’Neill & Dr. Keith Cordischi. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call (607) 337-4510.
WCDO News — Monday 4-27-26
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-27-26
State Police arrested 46 year old James Lewis of Binghamton after a dispute that resulted in another man sustaining serious injuries. Lewis has been charged with 1st Degree Robbery & Assault, On Friday afternoon, Troopers were dispatched to Endicott for a report of a male who had been struck multiple times by a baseball bat following a dispute. The 48 year old unidentified victim was taken to Wilson Medical Center, where he underwent surgery & was listed in stable condition. An investigation determined that Lewis and the victim had previously traded e-bikes, with the victim expected to pay Lewis, when he failed to provide payment, Lewis struck him multiple times with a baseball bat then left the area with the e-bike. Troopers located Lewis Saturday, was taken into custody without incident, and the e-bike was recovered. Lewis was processed & was turned over to the Broome County Jail for Arraignment.
Broome County Sheriff’s Office and numerous local fire departments responded last Wednesday to a house fire at 803 Hill Avenue in the Town of Union. Firefighters found a fully involved fire, after extinguishing the fire, a victim was located inside the residence, deceased. The deceased victim was identified as 86 year old Joyce Bassos, There were no other occupants in the residence. The cause of the fire is under investigation, The preliminary investigation does not indicate any criminal action.
The 29th Gus Macker Basketball Tournament will be held in July in Downtown Norwich, and organizers need referees for the courts for both days, according to organizer Tom Revoir:
(Tom Revoir 4-27-26)
The Gus Macker Norwich tournament will be July 10-12, 2026, interested referees should email trevoir@norwichymca.org
The Deposit Village Board has decided to discontinue their contract with the Broome County Sheriff's Office to have a dedicate law enforcement presence in Deposit. The move comes about 6 years after the dissolution of the Deposit Police Department. Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar released a statement saying the\at the decision will make emergency response times in the Village unpredictable, they will respond to emergencies along with the New York State Police going forward.
The Chenango County Historical Society is seeking a Patron Engagement Coordinator to enhance community engagement and visitor experience, with a focus on capacity-building and strategic development. Interested job seekers can review the job description and apply for the position online at chenangohistorical.org/jobs.
A.M. NEWS Monday 4-27-26
Broome County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle parked at a residence in the Town of Sanford Tuesday. Deputies located the suspicious vehicle and performed a traffic stop. The driver, 29 year old Philip Briggs of Deposit told deputies that he had picked up the passenger, 37 year old Emily Cecere of Binghamton, who claimed to have been staying at the residence, The owner confirmed that no one was authorized to stay there. Briggs was found to have a burglary tool in his possession and Cecere was found to be in possession of a credit card belonging to a deceased individual who lived at the residence. Briggs was charged with Burglary, Possession of Burglar Tools and Conspiracy, Cecere was charged with Burglary and Conspiracy, they will face court action shortly.
During Earth Week, The State DEC announced a total of 23 municipalities certified under New York State’s Climate Smart Communities Certification program. The certifications recognize that these communities have taken actions to reduce flood risk, address extreme heat, invest in clean energy, improve infrastructure, reduce air pollution, and increase resilience across the state. Bronze certified and re certified communities include: Village of Cooperstown, the Town of Middlefield & Otsego County.
Otsego County Hazard Mitigation Plan is available for review, and there will be online meetings regarding that plan, tonight from 6:00 to 7:00 PM and on Tuesday from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. More information can be found at otsegocounty.com and then scroll to the Planning Department hazard mitigation plan for the links to the meetings.
Next to New in Sidney will be opening up at a new larger location this week in Sidney, Julie Van Buren & Marie Sherwood told WCDO News about the move:
(Julie Van Buren Marie Sherwood 4-27-26)
Volunteers are needed to fill some hours at the new location, also, at the end of the year, money raised will be donated to a wide variety of non profit organizations in the Tri-Town Area.
American Red Cross Blood Drives are being held today in Gilbertsville from 2 pm. - 6 pm., at the GMU Central School, State Highway 51, another will be in Cooperstown from 10:30 am. - 3:30 pm., at the Cooperstown High School, make appointments by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
State Police arrested 46 year old James Lewis of Binghamton after a dispute that resulted in another man sustaining serious injuries. Lewis has been charged with 1st Degree Robbery & Assault, On Friday afternoon, Troopers were dispatched to Endicott for a report of a male who had been struck multiple times by a baseball bat following a dispute. The 48 year old unidentified victim was taken to Wilson Medical Center, where he underwent surgery & was listed in stable condition. An investigation determined that Lewis and the victim had previously traded e-bikes, with the victim expected to pay Lewis, when he failed to provide payment, Lewis struck him multiple times with a baseball bat then left the area with the e-bike. Troopers located Lewis Saturday, was taken into custody without incident, and the e-bike was recovered. Lewis was processed & was turned over to the Broome County Jail for Arraignment.
Broome County Sheriff’s Office and numerous local fire departments responded last Wednesday to a house fire at 803 Hill Avenue in the Town of Union. Firefighters found a fully involved fire, after extinguishing the fire, a victim was located inside the residence, deceased. The deceased victim was identified as 86 year old Joyce Bassos, There were no other occupants in the residence. The cause of the fire is under investigation, The preliminary investigation does not indicate any criminal action.
The 29th Gus Macker Basketball Tournament will be held in July in Downtown Norwich, and organizers need referees for the courts for both days, according to organizer Tom Revoir:
(Tom Revoir 4-27-26)
The Gus Macker Norwich tournament will be July 10-12, 2026, interested referees should email trevoir@norwichymca.org
The Deposit Village Board has decided to discontinue their contract with the Broome County Sheriff's Office to have a dedicate law enforcement presence in Deposit. The move comes about 6 years after the dissolution of the Deposit Police Department. Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar released a statement saying the\at the decision will make emergency response times in the Village unpredictable, they will respond to emergencies along with the New York State Police going forward.
The Chenango County Historical Society is seeking a Patron Engagement Coordinator to enhance community engagement and visitor experience, with a focus on capacity-building and strategic development. Interested job seekers can review the job description and apply for the position online at chenangohistorical.org/jobs.
A.M. NEWS Monday 4-27-26
Broome County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle parked at a residence in the Town of Sanford Tuesday. Deputies located the suspicious vehicle and performed a traffic stop. The driver, 29 year old Philip Briggs of Deposit told deputies that he had picked up the passenger, 37 year old Emily Cecere of Binghamton, who claimed to have been staying at the residence, The owner confirmed that no one was authorized to stay there. Briggs was found to have a burglary tool in his possession and Cecere was found to be in possession of a credit card belonging to a deceased individual who lived at the residence. Briggs was charged with Burglary, Possession of Burglar Tools and Conspiracy, Cecere was charged with Burglary and Conspiracy, they will face court action shortly.
During Earth Week, The State DEC announced a total of 23 municipalities certified under New York State’s Climate Smart Communities Certification program. The certifications recognize that these communities have taken actions to reduce flood risk, address extreme heat, invest in clean energy, improve infrastructure, reduce air pollution, and increase resilience across the state. Bronze certified and re certified communities include: Village of Cooperstown, the Town of Middlefield & Otsego County.
Otsego County Hazard Mitigation Plan is available for review, and there will be online meetings regarding that plan, tonight from 6:00 to 7:00 PM and on Tuesday from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. More information can be found at otsegocounty.com and then scroll to the Planning Department hazard mitigation plan for the links to the meetings.
Next to New in Sidney will be opening up at a new larger location this week in Sidney, Julie Van Buren & Marie Sherwood told WCDO News about the move:
(Julie Van Buren Marie Sherwood 4-27-26)
Volunteers are needed to fill some hours at the new location, also, at the end of the year, money raised will be donated to a wide variety of non profit organizations in the Tri-Town Area.
American Red Cross Blood Drives are being held today in Gilbertsville from 2 pm. - 6 pm., at the GMU Central School, State Highway 51, another will be in Cooperstown from 10:30 am. - 3:30 pm., at the Cooperstown High School, make appointments by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVESBinghamtonBROOME COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICEChenango County Historical SocietyCooperstownDepositEMILY CECEREGilbertsvilleGUS MACKER BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTJAMES LEWISJOYCE BASSOSJULIE VAN BURENMARIE SHERWOODNEXT TO NEWNorwichOtsego County Planning DepartmentPHILLIP BRIGGSSidneyTOM REVOIRTOWN OF MIDDLEFIELD