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P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-7-26

24 year old Thomas Murray of Binghamton was arraigned in a federal court room on an indictment charging him with Distribution of Child Pornography and Possession of Child Pornography. Murray was arrested following an investigation by the FBI & State Police, he was returned to state custody where he is being held on similar state charges. Murray allegedly distributed child pornography on a web-based messaging facility on 2 separate occasions & he possessed child pornography on 2 devices, which was uncovered following a search warrant conducted on Murray’s residence in 2025. Murray faces a mandatory minimum term of 5 years in federal prison on the distribution charges, a maximum term of 20 years in federal prison for the distribution and possession offenses, a fine of up to $250,000, and a mandatory term of supervised release of between 5 years and life. Murray would also be required to register as a sex offender if convicted.

The Village of Unadilla has a few events lined up this week, starting with amusement park rides for the kids, according to Unadilla Chamber President Jackie Carey:

(Jackie Carey 7-7-26)

Carey said that the Summer Concert series begins Thursday night, and the Carnival Of Sales will be held on Saturday. More information is available at the go Unadilla Facebook page.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 7-7-26

Chenango County Household Hazardous Waste Collection day will be Saturday August 8th, at the Chenango County Highway Garage on Rexford Street in Norwich, spokesperson Kari Wilcox told WCDO News what they can and can not accept:

(Kari Wilcox 7-6-26)

The deadline to sign up is August 3rd, to register call 607-337-1792, more information is available at chenangocountyny.gov.

Admission and parking passes for The 2026 Great New York State Fair are now on sale, single admission ticket costs $8 and includes access to all grounds entertainment, agricultural exhibits, live demonstrations, and the Chevrolet Music Series, Parking for the Fair costs $12. Advance tickets for The Fair’s famous Midway, operated by Wade Shows, will go on sale in the coming weeks. Tickets & parking can be purchased online, at nysfair.ny.gov, over the phone, at 1-800-514-3849, The Fair begins on Wednesday, August 26 and continues through Labor Day, September 7.

The American Red Cross Blood Drive in Oneonta today from 12:00 Noon to 5:00 pm in Conference Room 1 at the FoxCare Center in Oneonta, Appointments may be made by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS at redcrossblood.org, or using the American Red Cross Blood Donor App. Blood supplies remain critically low.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 8-9-24

A Tornado Watch, flash floods & heavy downpours are expected today in the Tri-County Region, but not as heavy as initially anticipated, local Meteorologist Rich Towns send told WCDO News about how the remnants of Tropical Storm Debbie will affect the area:

(Rich Townsend 8-9-24)

Nyseg reported about 1900 customers were without power this afternoon in Broome & Delaware Counties from the storm, we'll have the Tri-County Forecast at the end of this newscast.

34 year old Rashima Rollocks of Binghamton, pleaded guilty to 2nd degree Assault in Broome County Court. On June 19, 2023 Rollocks committed a violent assault on a seventy-five-year-old blind man inside his home in the City of Binghamton. Rollocks is scheduled to appear back in court for sentencing on November 7th, where she is expected to receive 7 years in New York State Prison followed by 3 years post-release supervision.

The Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 33 year old Gary Garbera of Cherry Valley following a Grand Larceny investigation. Garbera is accused of stealing a vehicle in the Village of Gilbertsville. Garbera was processed and issued an Appearance Ticket returnable to Town of Butternuts Court.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced that families participating in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children can receive double the benefits to spend at participating farmers’ markets, helping to supplement their food budgets and purchase healthy, local products. More information can be found at agriculture.ny.gov/farmersmarkets.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 8-9-24

38 year old Tristan Skeete of Brooklyn was sentenced to additional jail time for assaulting a fellow inmate at the Delaware County Correctional Facility. On February 20th, Corrections Officers of the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office responded to a fight occurring in one of the housing units at the Delaware County Correctional Facility. Upon arrival, officers broke up the fight between Skeete, & 2 other inmates, Corrections Officer Bryce Charles eventually deployed a taser to break up the fight. Skeete appeared in Delaware County Court this week & entered a guilty plea to 3rd degree Assault, he was sentenced to 7 months incarceration, a $25 Crime Victim fee and surcharge, and a $50 DNA fee.

The 8th Annual Savannah Williams Memorial Scholarship Fundraising Golf event will be held this Saturday. The registration starts at 11:00 AM at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich, the day will also feature the Beadle Brothers performing at the Pavilion at 5:30 PM. The Scholarship is named after Williams, who was a Norwich High School Graduate who was killed in a motor vehicle accident in 2016 while attending SUNY Geneseo.

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day for Chenango County Residents will be held this Saturday, for County residents who pre-registered. spokesman David Blackman told WCDO News what they will & will not take:

(David Blackman 8-9-24)

The collection will be held at the Chenango County Highway Garage at 79 Rexford Street in Norwich

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-15-24

State and local law enforcement issued more than 37,000 tickets over the 4th of July enforcement campaign this year, State and local law enforcement charged 1,227 people for driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs. State Police arrested 251 people for DWI, 4,248 for speeding, 1,315 for not wearing a seat belt, 360 for distracted driving, and 219 for failing to abide by the Move Over Law.

Chenango County residents are signing up for the next Household Hazardous Waste Collection day to be held on August 10th at the Chenango County Highway Garage on Rexford Street in Norwich. David Blackman of Chenango DPW told WCDO News what they can not accept at this event:

(David Blackman 7-15-24)

More information about he Household Hazardous Waste Collection day for Chenango Count is available at 607-337-1792.

The Next Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce Meeting will be held tomorrow morning in Bainbridge. The meeting will begin at 7:30 am at the back of Bob's Diner, chamber members & directors are urged to attend.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-15-24

The Chenango County Health Department reported that a skunk found along County Route 27 in the Town of Oxford was tested on July 10, 2024, by the NYS Wadsworth Laboratory and was found to have rabies. The Health Department did not report of any human or domesticated animal exposure to the skunk, more information is available at (607) 337-1673

2 American Red Cross Blood Drives will be held in Delaware County today, 1 in Walton from 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., at the Watershed Agricultural Council, 44 West Street, another will be held in Roxbury from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., at the Carriage House, on Main Street, to make an appointment, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-1-24

A SINGLE ENGINE PLANE CRASHED YESTERDAY AFTERNOON IN A WOODED AREA NEAR TROUT CREEK IN THE TOWN OF MASONVILLE. IT HAS BEEN LEARNED THAT A FAMILY OF 5 ALL DIED IN THE CRASH. THE FAMILY WAS IN COOPERSTOWN FOR A BASEBALL TOURNAMENT AND WERE RETURNING HOME TO THEIR HOME STATE OF GEORGIA. OVER 20 DIFFERENT EMERGENCY CREWS SEARCHED FOR THE PLANE YESTERDAY BEFORE DEBRIS WAS FINALLY LOCATED IN A HEAVILY WOODED AREA NEAR LAKE CECIL ROAD AND HERRICK HOLLOW ROAD NORTH OF TROUT CREEK. THE DECEASED WERE IDENTIFIED AS 76 YEAR OLD ROGER BEGGS, 43 YEAR OLD LAURA VAN EPPS, 42 YEAR OLD RYAN VAN EPPS AND THEIR TWO SONS, 12 YEAR OLD JAMES VAN EPPS AND 10 YEAR OLD HARRISON VAN EPPS. SEARCH TEAMS USED A HELICOPTER, DRONES AND ATV'S TO LOCATE THE CRASH SCENE. THE FAA AND THE NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD, ALONG WITH THE NEW YORK STATE POLICE ARE INVESTIGATING THE CRASH.

AREA STUDENTS WILL HAVE AGAIN HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO EXPLORE CAREER OPTIONS IN HEALTHCARE DURING A TWO DAY SUMMER CAMP IN AUGUST. THE PROGRAM IS HOSTED BY UHS CHENANGO MEMORIAL HOSPITAL IN NORWICH AND WILL PROVIDE STUDENTS A CHANCE FOR HANDS-ON AND EXPERIMENTAL LEARNING ACROSS A NUMBER OF HOSPITAL DEPARTMENTS. PROGRAM COORDINATOR, BECKY YACANO SAID THE PROGRAM WAS HALTED DURING THE PANDEMIC AND THEY ARE EXCITED FOR IT TO RESUME. THE PROGRAM IS DESIGNED FOR STUDENTS ENTERING 8TH & 9TH GRADES. THERE IS NO COST, BUT SPACE IS LIMITED. STUDENTS MUST FILL OUT AN APPLICATION AND SUBMIT AN ESSAY BY JULY 22ND TO BE CONSIDERED. FOR INFORMATION, CONTACT BRIAN DAY BY CALLING 607-337-4151.

THE COLORSCAPE CHENANGO ARTS FESTIVAL IN NORWICH WILL CELEBRATE IT'S 30TH ANNIVERSARY IN SEPTEMBER. THIS YEAR'S FESTIVAL WILL FEATURE 116 ARTISTS INCLUDING 22 FIRST TIME EXHIBITORS. COLORSCAPE WILL ALSO HAVE THREE STAGES WITH MUSICAL PERFORMERS, STORYTELLERS, JUGGLERS AND MORE. COLORSCAPE CHENANGO WILL BE HELD SEPTEMBER 7TH & 8TH THIS YEAR IN EAST AND WEST PARKS IN DOWNTOWN NORWICH.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-1-24

Chenango County residents can begin signing up today for the next Household Hazardous Waste Collection day to be held on August 10th at the Chenango County Highway Garage on Rexford Street in Norwich. David Blackman of Chenango DPW told WCDO News what will be accepted this year:

(David Blackman 7-1-24)

Blackman said that they will not accept ammunition, asbestos, Compressed gasses, explosive materials, radioactive waste or batteries, sign ups and more information is available at 607-337-1792.

Fox Hospital's FoxCare Center is hosting a blood drive with the American Red Cross today from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 pm, in the Conference Room 1 at FoxCare Center. Appointments are available and walk-ins are welcome. Appointments may be made by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS, visiting redcrossblood.org, or using the American Red Cross Blood Donor App.

The Development Chenango Corporation of Commerce Chenango was recently awarded a $600,000 grant as part of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative to be specifically used for the Downtown Norwich Small Project Grant Fund. The grants will allow for businesses to invest in the physical appearance of their building, after the construction is complete and after a review, the grant funds will be awarded. More information is available at 607-334-1400.

Chenango County Department of Public Works announced that they will be holding their household Hazardous waste collection day in August, DPW Spokesman Dustin Hendricks explains:

(Dustin Hendricks 7-30-20

Those who would like to register can call Hendricks at 337-1792, or email him at dhendricks@co.chenango.ny.us.

Broome County Department of Health released their latest COVID 19 numbers today, with 12 new cases bringing their number of positives to 975.  They have had 66 deaths since March, with 770 recoveries & 713 are being monitored by the Department.

Otsego County Department of Health announced today that a bat has tested positive for rabies in the city of Oneonta Wednesday, 4 people were exposed & are undergoing post-rabies exposure treatments.  Anyone seeking more information about rabies can call the health department at 547-4230 or visit the County health department website.

Otsego County Health Department reported 3 new cases of COVID 19 today, giving them a total of 102 since March.  There are 10 active cases, with 3 hospitalized, 205 are under quarantine since March, 5 have died & 87 have recovered.

Chenango County Public Health announced that they are now up to 205 COVID 19 cases since March, with 7 deaths, 186 recoveries, there are 147 Active Quarantines, 1 Active Hospitalizations, and they have performed over 16,100 tests.

The State Health Department announced that 777 people tested positive for COVID 19 yesterday, giving the state a total of 414,370 cases since March.  There were 13 deaths attributed to the virus Wednesday, bringing the death toll to 25,145.

Delaware County received 1 new positive test result for COVID-19 Wednesday & 4 additional recoveries. The known active cases is 5, To date there have been 94 positive cases of COVID-19 in Delaware County, with 38 people under mandatory quarantine and 6 people under precautionary quarantine. 4 people are isolated at home and 1 is in a hospital, 6 people have died and 83 have fully recovered.

The Cancer Services Program mobile screening coach will be at the Unadilla Bishop Lot on Today from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM to provide no cost mammograms and Pap tests to women 40 or older.  Colorectal cancer screening kits are also available for men and women 50 or older and can be sent by mail.  More information or appointments can be made at 1-888-345-0225.

Nurse Practitioner Kathy Anderson of the UHS Primary Care of Oxford, spent 9 days in Honduras in 2018 on a medical mission, she will share her experiences with a special virtual presentation being offered as part of UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital’s 2020 Women’s Health Series.  The Zoom event will be this afternoon at 12:30 PM, to register call 337-4239 or email makenzie.ballard@nyuhs.org.

The Tri-Town Coalition on Substance Abuse Prevention will host a Zoom Meeting tonight at 6:00 PM on A Trauma Sensitive Approach to COVID-19 presented by Amanda Martin Decker of the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council of Delaware County.  More information is available at 437-4274; the meeting will also be available by phone at 1-646-558-8656.

Congressman Antonio Delgado announced today that $2.2 million in federal funding has been awarded to airports in his 19th congressional district, including the Albert Sam Nader Regional Airport in Oneonta.  Delgado stated that the Oneonta airport received $70,000 for pavement projects.

The State Health Department announced that there were 534 new positive coronavirus tests statewide on Monday, bringing the total number up to 412,878.  The number of death was up to 25,126 with 8 more deaths reported Monday attributed to the virus.

Governor Cuomo announced today that New York has added 3 more states to the travel advisory; Illinois, Kentucky and Minnesota.  Governor Cuomo also added Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico to the advisory, along with 34 states.  Anyone traveling to New York from the location mentioned in the advisory must quarantine for 14 days to monitor for coronavirus symptoms.

Chenango County Public Health announced their latest COVID 19 Numbers today, with 194 confirmed cases, 145 Active Quarantines, 0 Hospitalizations, 7 deaths, 168 Recoveries & they have performed 15,157 Tests.

Brandon Clark appeared in Oneida County Court today & asked the judge to withdraw his guilty plea for the murder of 17-year-old Bianca Devins.   Clark will be assigned a new attorney, he had pleaded guilty to killing Devins in Utica during the weekend of the Boilermaker race in 2019 & positing pictures of the deceased teenager on social media, which led to his arrest.  Clark claimed in court that his previous attorney coerced him into pleading guilty earlier this year.

Johnson City Police have identified that person found dead in a pickup truck Friday as 27 year old Omar Terry of Johnson City.  Terry was found in a wrecked vehicle near Exit 70 of State Route 17, he had both gunshot & stab wounds, 25 year old Brandon Rose of Endicott has been charged with the murder.

The Otsego County Planning & Solid Waste Department announces the cancellation of this year’s Household Hazardous Waste Day Collection Event.  The event is anticipated to return in the fall of 2021.  Individuals with questions can call the department at 547-4225.

A.O. Fox Hospital’s Tri-Town Campus in Sidney is hosting a blood drive TODAY in partnership with The American Red Cross between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Donors may participate by appointment only and will receive mandatory temperature screenings at the door. Appointments are requested at RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-733-2767. The American Red Cross has an urgent need for all blood types;

The Binghamton Devils have teamed up with the American Red Cross and Broome County Executive Jason Garnar to host a blood drive, today, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Arena.  Every fan who donates blood will receive a voucher for a Binghamton Devils merchandise gift card for the 2020-21 season.  To make your donation appointment, visit www.RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or download the Blood Donor App.

Village of Sidney crews will be closing Delaware Avenue from Union Street to Pearl Street West to install a new water main.  The work will begin Wednesday at 7:00 AM & they are aiming to complete the project late Friday afternoon, local residents will have access to their homes during the project.

State Police responded to a report of a male who fell
approximately 20 to 30 feet from a ladder at a residence on Swart Hollow Road
in the town of Oneonta Wednesday.   56
year old Troy Anderson of Oneonta was assisting the home owner with outside
repairs when he fell off the ladder.  The
homeowner called 911, Anderson was transported to A.O Fox Hospital where he was
pronounced deceased.   The investigation
is on-going, but at this time no foul play was observed and it appears to be an
accident.

State Police responded to a 1-car fatal crash on Klondike
Road in the town of Hancock on Tuesday at about 6:20 PM, following a report of
a vehicle that overturned and was on fire.
An investigation revealed that 69-year-old Elizabeth Rosengrant of
Fish’s Eddy was operating an SUV when she went off of the shoulder of the
roadway, overturned & struck 2 trees & caught on fire.  The case remains under investigation.

The Town of Guilford Board held a special meeting Wednesday
night & they approved their Local Renewable Energy Law for the possible
development of solar and wind energy businesses.  Guilford town Supervisor George Senek told
WCDO News that any construction of wind turbines by Calpine is at least 1 year
away:

(George Senek 9-26-19)

The Calpine Corporation has proposed a plan to build up to
30 large Wind Turbines around the Town of Guilford up to 676 feet.  They are exploring similar plans for up to 27
wind turbines in the towns of Windsor & Sanford.

Applications are being accepted currently for the Leadership
Delaware classes, which will start in October & last for 16 sessions twice
a month.  Delaware County Chamber
President Ray Pucci explains:

(Ray Pucci 9-26-19)

Pucci said that the first session will be held on October
9th, the application can be downloaded at
http://delawarecounty.org/about/leadership-delaware/

Chenango County Waste Management
reminds county residents that the Latex Paint Exchange officially ends
September 30th at the North Norwich Transfer Station on State Route 12.   The site is open Tuesdays through Fridays
from 9:00 AM to 3:00 pm; more information is available at 337-1790.

On Tuesday afternoon, Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies,
& State Police responded to a 2 car motor vehicle accident on State Highway
357, near Lawton Hill Road, in the Town of Franklin.  Deputies reported that 55 year-old Robert Ray
of Bainbridge travelled into the opposing lane & struck an on-coming
vehicle driven by 89 year-old Richard Dickson of Jensen Beach, Florida.  The Dickson vehicle subsequently ran off the
roadway and overturned in a ditch. Richard Dickson, and his 90-year-old
passenger, Helen Dickson suffered minor injuries and were transported to A.O.
Fox Hospital for treatment. Deputies later issued Ray traffic summonses for
failure to keep right and failure to wear a seatbelt.

Otsego County held its 22nd annual Hazardous Waste
Collection Day this past weekend.  On
Friday, Unadilla had 170 cars dropping off hazardous materials, on Saturday at
the Meadows Office Complex, 750 cars dropped off hazardous materials.  200 pounds of pharmaceuticals and medications
were collected for incineration, over 20,000 pounds of electronics, 240 car
batteries & 2500 household batteries were collected, & 650 gallons of
paint was collected which will be re-mixed by Golden Artist Colors for eventual
re-distribution to local not-for-profit agencies.

Otsego County Chamber will host their state Mandated
Anti-Harassment Policies and Sexual Harassment Training on Wednesday, October
9th at 1:00 PM at Northern Eagle Beverages at 41 Browne Street in Oneonta.   The State mandates ALL employers adopt a
sexual harassment prevention policy as well as to train ALL employees on sexual
harassment prevention.  Pinnacle Human
Resources, LLC will conduct the training for Managers and Owners.   Chamber members must register with Barbara
Ann Heegan 432-4500 or by email:
baheegan@otsegocc.com

The Hospice Chenango Annual Dinner will be held this evening
in Norwich.  The dinner will be held at
the Canasawacta Country Club starting at 6:00 PM, honorees will be volunteer
Audrey Coleman & Pet therapy dog Fanny.

UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital is half a million dollars
closer to its capital campaign goal thanks to a $500,000 commitment from the
Roger Follett Foundation this week.  CMH
Director of Fundraising & Business Development Melissa Stagnaro told WCDO
News about the successful campaign:

(Melissa Stagnaro 9-20-19)

Stagnaro said that the Follett foundation gift will be paid
out over the next 5 five years, it follows similar commitments from Blueox,
NBT, Preferred Mutual Insurance company since the capital campaign started in
August.

The Sidney Police Department, Delaware County Sheriff's
Office and State Police conducted a vehicle and traffic law detail Thursday
from 5:00 to 10:00 PM. The goal of the detail was to take drunk and drugged
drivers off the road as well as enforce vehicle and traffic laws, 15 traffic
tickets were issued which included 2 arrests for aggravated unlicensed
operation.

The Tri-County Chapter of New York State Women Inc. is
sponsoring an AMBA scholarship fundraiser Saturday in Sidney.  The Amba Clinic will be held from 6:00 AM to
9:30 AM at the Sidney Elks Lodge on River Street; those looking to have their
blood drawn for a variety of tests can call 800-234-8888 for an appointment.

The Afton United Methodist
Church Fall Craft & Vendor Show will be held Saturday from 9:00 AM to 3:00
PM, at 34 Spring Street in Afton. Proceeds from vendor’s fees will benefit the
United Methodist Church

The Otsego County Planning Department has announced their
22nd Annual Household Hazardous Waste Days.
The 1st collection day will be Today at the Unadilla Town Barn from 8:00
AM to 11:00 AM; the 2nd day will be at the Cooperstown Meadows Office Complex
tomorrow from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.  There
will be a small fee for businesses wishing to participate; more information is
available at 547-4225.

The Otsego County Democrats will hold their Annual Dinner
& Silent Auction on Saturday evening.
The Keynote Speaker will be state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli.  The event will start at 5:00 PM at the Hunt
Union Ballroom at the State University Campus in Oneonta.

Donors of all blood types are needed in Oneonta today at a
blood drive at the SUNY Campus.
Appointments are requested at the Red Cross Blood Donor App,
RedCrossBlood.org, and 1-800-RED CROSS or through Alexa Echo devices.   Todays' Oneonta blood drive will be from
12:00 Noon until 5:00 PM.

Preferred Mutual Insurance Company
has committed a $250,000 for a new emergency room and walk-in center at UHS
Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich.
Officials from Preferred Mutual Insurance Company announced the pledge
on Tuesday; it will be paid over the next 5 years, & is the largest
corporate commitment to be announced since the Norwich hospital kicked off a
capital campaign started last month.

The Delaware County Chamber of
Commerce will hold their next 1st Friday Eat & Meet business breakfast
tomorrow at Kirkside Park Pavilion in Roxbury, starting at 8:30 a.m.  The featured speaker is Congressman Antonio
Delgado of the 19th Congressional District, who is a member of the House
Agriculture, Small Business and Transportation and Infrastructure Committees;
and will speak about accomplishments and initiatives, as well as answer
questions.  More information visit
delawarecounty.org or 746-2281.

The Otsego County Planning Department
has announced their 22nd Annual Household Hazardous Waste Days.  The 1st collection day will be at the
Unadilla Town Barn on Friday September 20th from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM, the 2nd
day will be at the Cooperstown Meadows Office Complex on Saturday September
21st from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.  There will
be a small fee for businesses wishing to participate; they must register by the
end of the business day tomorrow.  More information
is available at 547-4225.

The State Department of Health today
announced new findings of its ongoing investigation into the vaping-associated lung
illnesses that have been reported across the state, including an updated case
count and information regarding the testing being conducted at the Department’s
Wadsworth Center Laboratory.  the
Department has received 34 reports from physicians of severe pulmonary illness
among patients ranging from 15 to 46 years of age who were using at least 1
cannabis-containing vape product before they became ill, Laboratory test
results showed very high levels of vitamin E acetate in nearly all
cannabis-containing samples analyzed by the Wadsworth Center as part of this
investigation. At least one vitamin E acetate containing vape product has been
linked to each patient. The Wadsworth Center is testing both cannabis and
nicotine-containing vape products as part of this investigation.

Governor Cuomo today signed
legislation to prohibit companies from charging early termination fees on motor
vehicle lease contracts if a customer has passed away before the end of the
contract. Similar laws are in place prohibiting phone, television, internet,
energy and water service providers from charging early termination fees if a
contract is broken due to the death of the customer.

A.O. Fox Hospital has
been awarded $10,000 by the MultiPlan Rural Health Grant Program to help launch
a food “farmacy” based at its Tri-Town Campus in Sidney.  The prescription food location will open in
January 2020, & will provide emergency food, education, and navigation
services to patients and their families in need. A.O. Fox Hospital will partner
with local businesses & it will operate on an outpatient basis; visitors
will receive vouchers for food prescribed by their primary care providers.  In Delaware County, it is estimated that more
than 8,400 people suffer from hunger; more than 1,800 of those struggling are
children. In children, hunger can lead to growth impairment, poor academic
performance, behavioral issues, sickness, social disorders, and more.

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies
arrested 19 year old Brianna Reynolds of Auburn for Aggravated Unlicensed
Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Unlicensed operator and Speeding at 85 miles per
hour in a 55 mph zone.  Reynolds was
stopped by deputies on State Highway 17 in the Town of Hancock; she will appear
in Town of Hancock Court at a later date.

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies
arrested 28-Year-Old Robert Davis of Pennsylvania for Driving While
Intoxicated, Refusal to Take Breath Test & Parking on a Public
Highway.   Davis was located on State
Highway 206 in the Town of Masonville; he was arraigned & was remanded to
the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $2,500 Cash Bail, or $5,000 in
secure bonds.  Davis is scheduled to
appear in the Masonville Town Court at a later time.

State Police at Deposit are investigating a fatal industrial accident at the loading dock at the Courier Printing Corporation in Deposit. The deceased has been identified as 66 year old William Sethmann of Deposit, who was working as an independent contractor and handyman at Courier; he was located crushed underneath a hydraulic loading dock. The investigation revealed that Sethmann was working on the lift when it failed sometime between Monday afternoon and Wednesday morning. There are no signs of foul play.

19-year-old Alexander Wetzel was reported missing Tuesday, the SUNY Broome student was found by Binghamton Police Wednesday, SUNY Broome officials announced their condolences to Wetzel's family on their website today. Grief Counselors are available for students & staff following the announcement of Wetzel's death. Funeral arrangements have not yet been announced.

Fire Fighters from Several Area Companies responded to the report of 2 trailers on fire at the Sidney Unadilla Trailer Park at 754 State Route 7, near the State Police Troop C Headquarters today. The fire was reported at around 1:00 PM, with occupants escaping the fire, fire fighters from Sidney, Wells Bridge, Sidney center, Bainbridge & Franklin responding. WCDO News will have further details as they become available.

The Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce is inviting local crafters, vendors and organizations to join their first ever Small Business Saturday Holiday Shop taking place on Small Business Saturday, November 24th from 12:00 Noon to 6:00 pm at the Afton Central School. More information is available at 208-4064.

The Peanuts gang will be coming to The Forum, Binghamton, on November 20th at 6:00pm for A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage. Tickets are on sale Monday, October 8th at 10:00am at the arena box office, Ticketmaster.com or by calling (800) 745-3000. The Emmy and Peabody award-winning story by Charles Schulz originally aired on television over 50 years ago.

CDO Workforce announced that there will be a job fair at the Southside Mall on Thursday, October 25th from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. Also a workshop for Job Seekers will be held on Monday October 22nd to help job seekers prepare for the Job Fair on the 25th, the workshop will be held from 10:30am to 11:30am at the CDO Workforce at 12 Dietz Street in Oneonta. More information is available at 432-4800 extension 100.

Chenango County Sheriff's Department investigated a robbery Tuesday Night on Royal Avenue in the Town of Norwich, after a male victim went to Chenango Memorial Hospital with missing teeth, head lacerations and additional trauma. The investigation revealed that the victim was lured to the Royal Avenue address by 19 year old Jade Orlando, who requested marihuana to be delivered to her, Brenden Gager, Hunter Speenburgh and Landon Cummings were hiding nearby, they allegedly assaulted and robbed the victim. All 4 were arrested & were charged with Robbery & Assault; they were arraigned and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility. The City of Norwich Police Department assisted with the investigation. The investigation is ongoing and additional charges are expected.

Two men were arrested and 100 pounds of marijuana were seized after the Otsego County Sheriff’s Department raided elaborate growing operations in Morris and New Lisbon. 47 year old Christian Balmaceda of Morris and 49 year old Joseph Ali of New Lisbon were arrested, Balmaceda was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana, Unlawful Growing of Cannabis, and 3 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Ali was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana, Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Unlawfully Growing of Cannabis, they were remanded to the Otsego County Jail pending future court action.

Hartwick College’s True Blue Weekend 2018 is scheduled to start today with more than 50 regional, national, and international employers offering students work opportunities at Hartwick College’s Internship & Career Expo. The event will be held from 1:00 to 3:30 PM in Lambros Arena, on the Hartwick College campus, more information is available at hartwick.edu/EXPO or by calling 431-4249.

Free 5-gallon pails of remixed exterior latex paint are still available to non-profit agencies and county residents on a first come, first served basis. The paint was collected as part of the county’s annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day, it was re-mixed and packaged for distribution by Golden Artist Colors of New Berlin. Pails of beige/tan paint are still available. All other colors have been distributed. For more information or to place an order for paint, please call the Otsego County Planning Department at 547-4225.

The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting Today, in the District Conference Room at 6:30 PM. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.

Free 5-gallon pails of remixed exterior latex paint are available to non-profit agencies and Otsego County residents free of charge on a first come first serve basis. The
paint was collected as part of the county’s annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day held this past September. Paint collected during the event was re-mixed
and packaged for distribution through the generosity of Golden Artist Colors, Inc. of New Berlin. To place an order or to get more information, call the Otsego County
Planning Department at 547-4225.

Hartwick College’s True Blue Weekend 2018 is scheduled to start on October 4th this year, with more than 50 regional, national, and international employers offering
students work opportunities at Hartwick College’s Internship & Career Expo. The event will be held Thursday, October 4, from 1:00 to 3:30 PM in Lambros Arena, on the
Hartwick College campus, more information is available at hartwick.edu/EXPO or by calling 431-4249.

New York state’s farms generated $4.8 billion in revenue in 2017, with 15 agricultural products ranked in the top 5 nationwide, according to a report released today by
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. New York has more than 35,000 farms covering 7.3 million acres, nearly one quarter of the state’s land area. Milk is by far the state’s
largest agricultural commodity, with $2.7 billion in sales in 2017, New York vineyards covered 35,000 acres in 2017, producing 187,000 tons of grapes, surpassed only by
California and Washington. The full report is available at osc.state.ny.us/reports.

DELAWARE COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES announced a "Free Weekend at Noah’s World" for Delaware County Residents, at 144 Roundhouse Road in Oneonta.
The free weekend is for Delaware County Residents through the Children with Special Health Care Needs Program, who need help in accessing various health care
professionals and other community resources. This sponsored weekend will take place this Friday through Sunday, Friday's hours are 11:00 am to 7:00 pm & Saturday
and Sunday, the hours are from 1:00 to 5:00 PM. More information is available at noahsworld.net or by calling Delaware County Public Health at (607) 832-5200.

Today approximately 100 Delegates from across 10 counties met in Binghamton to formally nominate the Republican candidate for State Supreme Court in the 6th
Judicial District, they unanimously selected Chenango County District Attorney Joe McBride to run as the Party's candidate in this November's election. The vacancy in
this office was created by the recent retirement of Judge Kevin Dowd.

Sidney High School Senior J.P. Dewey has been selected to perform with the NYSSMA Conference All-State Jazz Ensemble in Rochester this fall. Dewey will be playing
piano in the 18-piece ensemble, and will also attend the music conference from November 29-December 2, he will also be eligible to perform with the ensemble in March
as part of NYSSMA Day festivities in Albany.

A judge has denied a motion by ex-Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver regarding his bail request, pending the appeal of his corruption conviction and seven-year prison term. U.S. District Judge Valerie Caproni has denied Silver's request Monday, she stated that the substance of Silver's appeal lacks merit, and the sole purpose of the request was to stall Silver starting his prison term on October 5th. Silver was sentenced to 12 years in prison after his first conviction in 2015, that conviction was overturned after the U.S. Supreme Court redefined the boundaries of public corruption, then a 2nd jury convicted him
earlier this year, for taking $5 million illegally by using his political power for personal gain.

The 4th Annual Sidney Health Fair will be held at Keith Clark Park in Sidney this Saturday, with a host of activities planned,
Spokesperson Gabrielle Argo explains:

(Gabrielle Argo 9-20-18)

Representatives from Fox Hospital's Tri Town Regional Hospital will participate, along with representatives from Sidney EMS, Catholic Charities, The United Way & the Tri Town Coalition on Substance Abuse Prevention.

The 2018 Campaign Kick Off of the United Way of Delaware & Otsego Counties will be held today in Oneonta. The event will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the B Side Ballroom & Supper Club in the Clinton Plaza.

The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting on Thursday, September 20, 2018 in the Guilford Elementary Cafeteria at 6:30 PM. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.

State Police at Sidney arrested 56 year old James Watson of Guilford for Criminal Mischief, after Troopers were dispatched to a domestic dispute on State Route 8 in Guilford. Watson is accused of breaking the victim’s car window during the dispute, he was arraigned in the town of Guilford Court where he was remanded to the Chenango County Jail with no bail pending court action on September 11th, and an order of protection was also issued to the victim.

The Otsego County Democratic committee announced that they will hold their annual dinner and Silent Auction Saturday at the Hunt Union Ballroom at SUNY Oneonta. The special guest will be 19th congressional District candidate Antonio Delgado, who is running against Republican incumbent John Faso in November.

The 24th Annual Colorscape Chenango Arts Festival will feature about 120 artists this year in Downtown Norwich.

(Celeste Friend 9-7-18)

Musical headliners will be the Slambovian Circus of Dreams, plus there will be dance companies; literary activities, a Poetry Slam, hours will be from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Saturday, and Sunday from 11:00 to 5:00 PM in downtown Norwich’s parks. More information is available at colorscape.org.

The Joshua House announced that they will be hosting a Fall Dance Party Friday Night at the Sacred Heart Church Community Room on Liberty Street in Sidney tonight from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Joshua House Spokesperson Marge Gatien explains:

(Marge Gatien 9-5-18)

Tickets are available at Joshua House at 10 Division Street in Sidney, by phone at 316-3921 or at the door Friday night.

Sidney Center Improvement Group will be holding a volunteer workday at the Sidney Center Park and Hamlet Clean Up Day Sunday, starting at 9:00 AM. Group President Mike Sellitti explains:

(MIKE SELLITTI 9-7-18)

Sellitti said that Volunteers will be given lunch & all clean up tools will be provided.

A Community Awareness day is being held Saturday in Delhi. The event will run from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at the Delhi American Legion, & it is sponsored by "Delaware County Cares"

3 people were arrested in connection with a series of area burglaries.  State Police arrested 27 year old Steven Barrows of Sidney and 27 year old Zackery England of Sidney for Burglary and Conspiracy and 30 year old Nicole Bell of Oneonta for False Personation, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Possession of a Weapon and Unlawfully Possessing a Noxious Material & as a fugitive from justice from the state of Georgia. An investigation revealed that Barrows and England allegedly attempted to break into the property in Guilford, burglarized a seasonal home in Oxford and a seasonal garage in Guilford. Bell originally provided a false name during the arrest of all 3, she was found to be in possession of 2 bb guns, methamphetamine, heroin and brass knuckles. Barrows and England were arraigned in the town of Oxford Court where Barrows was remanded with no bail to the Chenango County Jail and England was remanded on $15,000 cash bail or $30,000 property bond. Bell was arraigned in the town of Unadilla Court and was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on no bail.  Additional charges are also expected.

The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce First Friday Eat & Meet Breakfast will be held this morning at Delaware County FoodWorks+, State Highway 28 in Andes from 8:30 - 10 AM. The guest speaker will be Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond.

Otsego County's 21st Annual Household Hazardous Waste Days will be held Today & tomorrow. Otsego County Residents can bring household hazardous waste, such as enamel paints, pesticides, antifreeze, batteries and more FREE of CHARGE, Last year 550 cars from an estimated 600 households brought various hazardous materials for disposal. Household collections will be held this morning at the Unadilla Town Barn from 8:00AM to 11:00 AM, and Saturday, at the Meadows Office Complex in Cooperstown from 8:00AM to 1:00PM.

The Raymond Corporation in Greene announced that they will hold a Career fair Saturday & next Wednesday September 12, as they look to expand their workforce. Raymond Vice President Steve VanNorstrand comments:

(Steve VanNorstrand 9-7-18)

Raymond Corporation is looking to add about 75 people to the existing 1850 employees; Hours for the Career Fair Saturday will be from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and on September 12th from 3:00 to 7:00 PM.

Chenango County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 27 year old Makia Hathaway of Norwich for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Hathaway was charged following the investigation of a domestic dispute, she was found to be in possession of methamphetamine & was taken into custody without incident. Hathaway was arraigned in the Town of Norwich Court & was remanded to the Chenango County Jail on cash bail pending court action at a later date.

Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies, Walton Village Police, New York State Police, & several local Emergency Squads responded Thursday to a head-on collision, with 5 victims and 1 entrapment, on County Highway 21 near the intersection of Russell Road in the Town of Walton. The Investigation by Sheriff's Deputies determined that 42 year old Jeremy Shaw of Walton was driving a pickup truck when he crossed over the center line and struck a SUV head on driven by 43 year old Michael Franzese of Pearl River. Franzese was transported to Delaware Valley Hospital in Walton with head and facial injuries and was later transferred to UHS Wilson Hospital in Johnson City, 41 year old Diane Franzese, 12 year old Anthony Franzese and 10 year old Angelina Franzese were also transported to Delaware Valley Hospital in Walton, they suffered various injuries and were treated and released. Jeremy Shaw sustained injuries to his head and lower extremities, as well as possible internal injuries, and was airlifted to Albany Medical Center. The cause of this accident remains under investigation.

The Annual Susquehanna Balloon Festival and Destination Oneonta have teamed up for the festival today from 5:00 to 9:00 PM & Saturday & Sunday at Neahwa Park throughout the day. activities inlcude hot air balloons launching throughout the day, a classic car cruise in, various running races, music & a variety of Vendors, the full schedule is available at destinationoneonta.com.

The Greene Lions Club will hold their annual Labor Day Picnic with a variety of events, spokesman Byron Miller explains:

(Byron Miller 8-31-18)

Miller said that the majority of the events are being held on the Ball Flats Monday, money raised will go to the Greene Lions club to be distributed to several local organizations.

Online registration for the Delaware county "Clean Sweep" Household Hazardous waste disposal days begin this weekend, Solid Waste Coordinator Sue McIntyre explains:

(Sue McIntyre 8-31-18)

Phone registration will not begin until October 1st, at 865-6474, for the Clean Sweep days.

The 13th Annual West Kortright Fair is this Sunday September 2nd from 12:00 noon to 6:00 pm at the West Kortright Centre, in East Meredith. There will be local bands performing all afternoon, a rummage sale, kid's activities, a group art exhibit, local crafts and local products, More information at westkc.org All proceeds to benefit programs at the West Kortright Centre.

The 17th annual 4-H Golf Tournament tees off on Friday, September 14th at the Delhi College Golf Course. Proceeds generated by the tournament will support youth development activities in Delaware County. 3 or 4 more teams are available to enter, Registration begins on the 14th at 8:00 AM, with a shotgun start will begin at 9:00 AM. All entry forms and fees must be received at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Delaware County, 34570 St Hwy 10, Suite 2, Hamden, 13782 no later than September 5th. More information is available at 865-6531 or at ccedelaware.org.

Governor Cuomo announced that teams from FEMA have begun Joint Public Assistance Preliminary Damage Assessments in 8 counties impacted by severe flooding in early August. The assessments will determine if the total amount of damage costs meets the $28.29 million requirement for federal aid, if so, a disaster declaration will be granted and FEMA funding would be available to support infrastructure repair. Broome, Chenango, & Delaware Counties are included locally. The heavy rain storms and resulting flooding caused significant damage to roads, bridges and other critical infrastructure. state & local officials believe that the total costs meet the federal threshold for a disaster declaration.

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies & the State DOT Safety Unit conducted a commercial vehicle safety check point at the intersection of State Highway 357 and County Highway 14 in the Town of Franklin. 6 commercial vehicles were stopped and examined, 4 were found to have violations significant enough to necessitate that they be taken out of service until their mechanical issues were fixed or negligence corrected, 5 traffic tickets were issued.

Governor Cuomo announced that lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on State highways will be suspended until Tuesday morning at 6:00 AM in order to accommodate travelers during the busy Labor Day weekend. Some work may continue behind permanent concrete barriers or for emergency repairs. New Yorkers are reminded that state and local law enforcement will be participating in the statewide "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" enforcement through Labor Day, Motorists can expect to see law enforcement stopping and arresting impaired drivers in order to keep roads safe this holiday weekend.

The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce is preparing for their "Bainbridge Days" celebration today & tomorrow at various locations around the village. Spokesperson June White explains:

(June White 8-28-18)

Other highlights include a Cruise in from Bob's Diner to General Clinton Park, Wine Tasting at B&W Wines & Liquors; more information is available at the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.

On Saturday, dentists with Progressive Dental of Kirkwood, Endwell, Norwich, & Montrose Pennsylvania, and Chenango Bridge Dental will participate in the annual “Doctor With A Heart Program, and will offer free dental care. Spokesperson Michelle Parker explains:

(Michelle Parker 9-22-17)

Services will be performed on a first come first serve basis Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, more information is available at 722-5464.

Tomorrow, Chenango County residents will participate in their Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day. Those who have pre-registered can bring their household chemicals, pesticides & Insecticides to the County Highway Garage on Rexford Street in Norwich for collection. More information is available at 337-1792.

The Sidney Alumni Associations Sports Hall of Fame Induction weekend begin tonight during Half Time of the Sidney Football game, Spokesman Greg Davie told WCDO News who is being recognized this year:

(Greg Davie 9-22-17)

Activities will continue at the Sidney VFW after tonight’s game, Saturday's Induction Dinner will begin at 5:00 PM at the Sidney Elks Lodge on River Street.

The Jericho Arts Council continues their season Saturday night at 7:00 PM, with the Blue Grass Music of Louie Setzer & The Appalachian Mountain Boys. More information is available at 288-3882 or at Jerichoarts.com.

The Sidney Central School District and the Sidney SADD chapter are organizing a 5k walk or run on Sunday October 22nd, to help support children with cancer. 100% of proceeds will be given to "Hope and Heroes". The race will begin at 2:00PM, the Start and finish will be at Sidney Central School District, the course is will be along the river with some small hills. There will be a live band with food and beverage provided after the race. Online registration ends on Saturday October 21st, at 6:00 PM, more information is available at localraces.com

Chenango County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 29 year old Coy Biviano for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, while he was incarcerated at the Chenango County Correctional Facility following an investigation in to stolen property. It is alleged that Biviano was in a residence in North Norwich where he unlawfully took property not belonging to him. The property was later located in the residence were Biviano was staying. Biviano is to appear in the Town of North Norwich Court at a later date.

Otsego County officials announced that the Exeter Drop-Off Site for bagged garbage and recyclables will stop collecting at 12:00 noon on Saturdays, starting September 23rd. The New hours are Monday, Wednesday, Friday 7:00AM to NOON & Saturday 8:00AM – NOON, through September 30th. No commercial haulers or construction debris at the Exeter site. Only bagged garbage and recyclables will be accepted. Bagged garbage is $3/bag. More information is available at 547-4225.

The Chenango Arts Council presents Matt Nakoa for a return engagement at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich Saturday night, beginning at 7 PM. Nakoa grew up in Smyrna in northern Chenango County, he’s been on the road for more than a decade as a touring musician. Tickets range from $15-$25 and can be purchased at the door, online at ChenangoArts.org or by calling the box office at 607-336-2787.

Many Job openings are available through the State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities throughout the Southern Tier. Dave Jenkins of the CSEA comments:

(Dave Jenkins 9-19-17)

A civil Service test will be given on Wednesday September 27 at 5:00 PM At the Otsego Regional Center at 28 Hill Street at the Oneonta Job Core Complex, more information is available at 240-4786.

Commerce Chenango announced a manufacturing Workforce Symposium on October 4th, which will be held at the Morrisville State College Norwich Campus from 8:00 to 11:30 AM. The program is aimed at Educators, Workforce Development Practitioners, Manufacturing Employers and Government Officials; it has been developed to highlight the importance of manufacturing to the regional economy and the future of manufacturing employment in the region. Registration or more information is available at 334-5532 or register@chenangony.org.

Chenango County residents can still sign up to participate or volunteer for the next Household Hazardous waste day this Saturday, Organizer Pat Pittsley explains:

(Pat Pittsley 9-19-17)

The event will be held from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Chenango County Highway Garage Saturday at the County Highway garage. Registrations or more information is available by calling 337-1792.

The State Department of Labor released preliminary unemployment rates for August. The State’s unemployment rate rose 1/10 of 1% in August, Locally Chenango County's unemployment rate was at 4.7%, Delaware County was at 5.3% & Otsego County had 4.7% in August.

State Police arrested 21-year-old Joshua Bertram of Chenango Forks, for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a B.A.C. result of .19% and other traffic violations. Troopers responded to a report of a 1 vehicle accident with no injuries on County Road 32 in the Town of Greene, troopers observed Bertram passed out in the driver seat while his vehicle was in a ditch, he was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Greene Court on September 21st.

State Police arrested 27-year-old Kenneth DeGroat Jr., of Windsor, for DWI, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Resting Arrest, Obstructing Governmental Administration and other traffic violations. This arrest occurred after troopers responded to a motorcycle accident on Foley Road in Windsor, where the driver had been given a ride to a nearby gas station and left his motorcycle at the scene. DeGroat had been driving with a suspended license, and did not have a court ordered ignition interlock device, he also refused to submit to a breath test. DeGroat was arraigned in the Town of Windsor Court and was remanded to the Broome County Jail without bail set.

Governor Cuomo today announced that over $69 million in grants, interest-free, and low-cost loans has been approved by the State Environmental Facilities Corporation to support drinking and wastewater infrastructure projects. The Town of Colchester will receive $318,000 for the construction of a new water treatment building with a cartridge filtration system so that their source may be used as for drinking water. Other improvements include a new finished water tank level monitoring system, a back-up electrical generator, new chemical feed systems, and a new raw water tank.

On Saturday, dentists with Progressive Dental of Kirkwood, Endwell, Norwich, & Montrose Pennsylvania, and Chenango Bridge Dental will participate in the annual "Doctors With A Heart Program" and will offer free dental care. Spokesperson Michelle Parker explains:

(Michelle Parker 9-19-17)

The program started 21 years ago in Iowa and has spread throughout the country. Services will be performed Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, more information is available at 722-5464.

Cal Harris has filed papers in federal court in Syracuse today, against Tioga County officials for malicious prosecution and civil rights violations. Harris was twice convicted for murdering his estranged wife Michelle in 2001 he won appeals each time, the 3rd murder trial was moved to Schoharie County, that jury was deadlocked, and in trial Number 4, Harris was freed from Jail. Harris' lawsuit targets former Tioga County District Attorney Gerald Keene, who prosecuting the murder case twice, and got convictions against Harris, plus Police detectives that worked the case, & people who testified against him, they are expected to respond to the suit in Federal court later this year.

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 51 year old Matthew Dyer of Florida, for 20 counts of Reckless Endangerment, following an investigation by Sheriff’s Deputies and the management of Reithoffer Shows, that revealed that Dyer was operating a ride at the Delaware County Fairgrounds while intoxicated; endangering the passengers on the ride. Dyer was arraigned in the Village of Walton Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $20,000 cash bail pending further court action.

Chenango County residents looking to participate in the next Household Hazardous waste day in September need to call & sign up soon. Collection day Organizer pat Pittsley explains:

(Pat Pittsley 8-25-17)

The event will be held on September 23rd from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Chenango County Highway Garage, registration or more information is available by calling 337-1792.

Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 30-year-old Patrick Ford of Delancey, on a Bench Warrant issued by the Town of Delhi Court as a result of Ford’s failure to appear to answer charges of Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree and Petit Larceny. Ford was arraigned in the Town of Delhi Court & was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $250 cash bail.

State Police & Delaware County Sheriff’s deputies arrested 33-year-old Christopher Davis of Otego on a Warrant of Arrest issued by the Town of Franklin Court. Davis was charged with 3rd degree Robbery, Criminal Mischief & Petty Larceny, for allegedly forcefully stealing a cell phone from a victim during a domestic dispute in the Town of Franklin. Davis was arraigned in the Town of Franklin Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $1,000 cash bail pending further court action.

The Norwich YMCA 10th Annual Open Doors Scholarship Motorcycle ride will be held this Sunday. Registrations will begin at 10:00 AM; the ride starts at 11:30 & will proceed to Mt. Upton Park for a chicken barbecue & Chinese Auction, 50/50 & other activities.

The Greater Afton Chamber of Commerce has taken over the "Afton Sidewalk Days" Saturday, as they try to keep a long time local tradition going forward, Chamber President John Hinman explains:

(John Hinman 8-25-17)

The Event will run tomorrow from 9:00 to 4:00 on Afton's Main Street, with Sidewalks Sales, games for children and many other activities.

The Electoral Action Working Group of Delaware County Solidarity, has organized a community forum Saturday, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the United Ministry of Delhi at 1 Church Street. Candidates who have officially announced their run for the 19th congressional seat in 2018 will participate. More Information is available at 363-2752.

The Sidney Chamber of Commerce next Business After Hours event is today at the Super 8 Hotel at 4 Mang Drive. The event will run from 6:00 pm to 8:00 PM.

Fire fighters from several area departments responded this morning to a structure fire on Main Street in Delhi. The fire began at about 6:30 this morning in the kitchen of Village Pizzeria at 106 Main Street, it eventually spread to an adjacent antiques store. Main Street has been closed off & the Delaware County Courthouse has cancelled all activity today due to a loss of electrical power. Delaware County Emergency Services department reported that fire fighters from Manpower and Apparatus from Delhi, Andes, Bloomville, Bovina, Franklin, Margaretville, Meridale, Oneonta, Pindars Corners, Sidney, Walton, & Wells Bridge responded, 1 firefighter fell on stairs & suffered minor injuries.

Governor Cuomo directed State Police to ramp up enforcement efforts as part of a national crackdown on impaired driving through Labor Day weekend, one of the deadliest times of year for drunk and drugged driving fatalities. The Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign began today and ends September 5, will be carried out with assistance from local law enforcement agencies and aims to reduce deaths and injuries caused by motorists driving drunk or impaired by drugs. 1/3rd of all traffic crash fatalities in the United States involve drunk drivers. In New York State, alcohol involvement was listed as a contributing factor in more than 7,000 police-reported crashes in 2015, while illegal drugs contributed to more than 800 crashes.

Otsego County will be holding its annual Household Hazardous Waste Event for Small Businesses on Friday September 9th from 2:00 PM TO 4:00 PM at the Meadows Office Complex County Highway 33W in Cooperstown. Otsego County small businesses should call the County Planning Department to register, or obtain more information, at 547-4225 Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Registration ends September 2nd

Governor Cuomo today announced the availability of $98.7 million in funding to support bicycle, pedestrian, multi-use path and transportation-related programs as well as projects that reduce congestion and help to meet the requirements of the Clean Air Act. These projects will be selected through a competitive solicitation process and rated based on established criteria that include public benefit, air quality improvement, and innovation. The New York State Department of Transportation will be accepting applications for this funding opportunity through October 21, 2016. Program guidance, applications and workshop schedules may be found at dot.ny.gov.

Alphonso Dennis of Binghamton was sentenced to 15 years in jail, after he pleaded guilty in federal court to having 2 young females engaging in prostitution in Broome County. Dennis must also register as a sex offender.

The Delaware County Board of Elections announced that Friday is the last day to register in person at the Board of Elections for the September 13th Primary Election. Democrats will vote for a State Senate candidate in the 42nd District in Colchester, Delhi, Hamden, Masonville, Tompkins and Walton, Republicans will vote for a candidate in the 101st Assembly District in Andes, Bovina, Davenport, Delhi, Hamden, & Meredith, the REFORM PARTY primary voters will also decide on a candidate for the 101st Assembly District in Andes, Bovina, Davenport, Delhi, Hamden, & Meredith Registration forms and applications for absentee ballots may be found online at co.delaware.ny.us/departments or at 832-5321 or at the main office in Delhi.

Commerce Chenango will host their next Business After Hours event today with Frontier communications, at their East Park Place Norwich location. the event will run from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, Food & entertainment are scheduled; more information is available at 334-1402.

The City of Oneonta announced that due to utility work at the Housing Visions Project at Columbia & west Street, traffic would be detoured today, Monday & Tuesday; Detour signs will be set up to direct traffic away from the scheduled work.

The Bainbridge town board will hold a special finance meeting today at 4:00 PM. The meeting will be held at the Bainbridge Town Hall & will be open to the public.

Delaware County Public Health & The Delaware County Drug Task Force will be hosting a free presentation “Emerging Drugs of Abuse”, on Friday, September 12th from 10:00 am to 12:00 Noon at the Delaware County Public Safety Building in Delhi. The presentation include how to recognize signs of drug abuse, and what to do if you suspect someone is using illicit drugs. Registration is required by email rebecca.gardner@co.delaware.ny.us or 832-5200.

Otsego County will be holding its annual Household Hazardous Waste Event for Small Businesses on Friday September 12th, 2104 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the Meadows Office Complex County Highway 33W in Cooperstown. Businesses in Otsego County are eligible to bring hazardous materials to the collection day event. Registration is mandatory at 547-4225.

Commerce Chenango announced a Meet & greet session for Republican Lieutenant Governor Candidate Chris Moss. The event will run today from 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. at the City of Norwich Firehouse at 31 East Main Street in Norwich on the 2nd floor.

State Police responded to the report of a car & motorcycle accident in Apalachin Sunday at 1:40 PM at State Route 434 and Pennsylvania Avenue. State Police Investigators report that a Buick operated by 71 year old DONALD ULMER Sr. of Little Meadows, Pennsylvania turned left in front of an oncoming motorcycle operated by 43 year old AUBURN LYONS of South Gibson, Pennsylvania. Lyons was pronounced dead at the scene, an autopsy is scheduled to be performed at Lourdes Hospital in Binghamton today, the Investigation is continuing.

Delaware County Deputies arrested 20-year-old Casey McKlveen of Latrobe Pennsylvania Saturday for 2nd degree Rape & Endangering the Welfare of a Child. McKlveen is accused of engaging in sexual contact with a female less than 15 years of age. He was arraigned in the Town of Delhi court, and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $25,000 cash bail.

Catholic Charities of Chenango County will hold their annual “Bands Brews & Barbecue” event on September 20th at the Chenango county Fairgrounds in Norwich, Executive Director Robin Beckwith explains:

(Robin Beckwith 8-18-14)

Local breweries, barbecue based business and area musicians such as the Beadle Brothers and Kaitlyn Jackson will be at the event.

Otsego County will be holding its annual Household Hazardous Waste Event for Small Businesses on Friday September 12th, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the Meadows Office Complex County Highway 33W in Cooperstown. Small businesses that qualify will receive a subsidy of $50 for cost associated with collection from the County. Registration is mandatory at 547-4225 during normal business hours through Labor Day, and then and Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 pm beginning September 2nd.

Delaware County Deputies conducted a traffic stop on Main Street in the Village of Franklin. 22-year-old Brooke Ketchum of Bainbridge was arrested for Driving while Intoxicated, unsafe start and aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Ketchum is scheduled to reappear in the Town of Franklin Court at a later date.

The Bainbridge Village Board will hold a work session this afternoon at 5:00 PM, to discuss the comprehensive plan. The board will hold their regular meeting on Tuesday, both meetings will be held at the village offices at 33 West Main Street, and both will be open to the public.

Over the Thanksgiving Holiday weekend, State troopers conducted an underage drinker identification detail.  Troopers checked a total of 16 convenience stores in Broome County, all 16 businesses and sales clerks were found in compliance and no arrests were made.

The Bronx Wanderers will be performing at the Chenango Arts Council Martin W. Kappel Theater tonight in Norwich.  Chenango Arts spokesperson Victoria Kappel comments:

(Victoria Kappel)

Tickets are still available for tonight’s concert at chenangoarts.org, more information is available at 336-ARTS.

Free 5-gallon pails of remixed exterior latex paint are now available to non-profit agencies and Otsego County residents.  The pain is available on a first come first serve basis, it was collected as part of the county’s annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day in September, it was re-mixed and packaged for distribution through the generosity of Golden Artist Colors of New Berlin.  More information is available by calling the Otsego County Planning Department at 547-4225.

The Chenango memorial hospital auxiliary will host ”Breakfast with Santa” tomorrow from 8:00 to 10:00 AM in the hospital cafeteria.  The event includes a full breakfast buffet and pictures with Santa, courtesy of NBT Bank; tickets are $5.00 at the door.

The Bainbridge Guilford teachers association will hold its 3rd annual holiday craft fair tomorrow from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at the Greenlawn Elementary School in Bainbridge.  The event is free to the public; proceeds will benefit the BG Student council “Angel Fund” which provides holiday baskets & turkeys to local families in need.

The Butternut Valley Alliance will hold its 5th annual holiday open house on Sunday from 4:00 to 6:30 PM at the Empire House at 32 Marion Avenue in Gilbertsville.   Dinner reservations are required and should be made by contacting the Empire House at 783-2895 or theempirehouse@yahoo.com (mailto:theempirehouse@yahoo.com).   More information on the Butternut Valley Alliance is available at the sites.google.com/site/butternutvalleyalliance. (http://sites.google.com/site/butternutvalleyalliance/)

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies investigated a 2-car property damage motor vehicle accident at the intersection of River Road and Interstate 88 access road in the Town of Sidney.  A vehicle operated by 64 year old Michael Sisson of Oneonta, was making a left turn off River Road and pulled into the path of a vehicle operated by 59 year old Mark Hopper of Wells Bridge.  Sisson was issued a traffic ticket for fail to yield right of way.

The Chenango county Department of public works will be holding their annual household hazardous waste collection day tomorrow, spokesperson Pat Pittsley explains:

(Pat Pittsley 9-13-13)

More information is available at 337-1792.

Otsego county residents & businesses will have their household hazardous waste collections today & tomorrow for those who have pre-registered.  The first collection site will be today at the Unadilla town highway building; the second will be at the Meadows office building in Cooperstown tomorrow.  Businesses may participate by bringing their hazardous materials to the Meadows today, and fees may apply.  More information is available at 547-4228.

A month-long drug investigation in Oneonta ends with the arrest of two couples -- one of which was found with more than $20,000 worth of drugs in their home. 26 year old Roy Dejesus Young, and 23 year old Kristen Lynn Rudnitsky, were arrested early Saturday after a no-knock search warrant was executed at their Oneonta home. Inside, Otsego County investigators found more than eleven thousand dollars worth of heroin and more than ten thousand dollars worth of cocaine, in addition to nearly $450 worth of marijuana and more than $5,000 in cash. Young is a convicted felon from a previous drug arrest. Young and Rudnitsky were both sent to the Otsego County Jail on $35,000 and $15,000 cash bail. Deputies also arrested 43 year old Michel Steven Harabet, and 40 year old Melissa Rotolo, both of Oneonta, as part of the investigation. Investigators found the couple Saturday afternoon along Gardner Place with $2,000 worth of crack-cocaine. They were both taken to the Otsego County Jail on $25,000 cash bail. All four people return to Oneonta City Court this morning for further proceedings.

A worker for Canadian Pacific Railway came in contact with a power line and was electrocuted on Monday. 39 year old Thomas F. Tarchak of Simpson Pennsylvania was among a group of four workers inspecting a steel railroad bridge running over Route 235 in Harpursville when the inspection bucket he was in came into contact with the bridge and a NYSEG power line. The lift truck was still energized when emergency responders arrived at the scene. NYSEG had to cut power before the man's body could be recovered. Route 235 between Route 7 and Davey Road was shut down during the response to the accident.

A woman accused of threatening Walton schools through Facebook postings is working on a plea deal with prosecutors. 28-year-old Jennifer Morris of East Branch is facing four felony charges of falsely reporting an incident.The indictment said she circulated warnings in June that there would be an explosion at Walton schools. She also faces seven counts of aggravated harassment for communications sent to six adults. Morris was in Delaware County Court on Monday for a possible plea deal, but her defense attorney, Andrew Puritz, requested an adjournment. Her next appearance and possible plea has been rescheduled for Sept. 16, at 1 pm in Delaware County Court. Morris remains in the Delaware County Jail with bail set at $20,000.

On Friday, Dajhoun T. Perez, 17, of Brooklyn, pleaded guilty in Broome County Court to assault in the second degree. Perez admitted that on June 12 he shot Daquan Smith, 21, of Binghamton, with a semi-automatic handgun. Perez was taken to the Broome County Jail. His sentencing is scheduled for Oct. 23. The court will have to decide whether to sentence him as a youthful offender or as an adult.

The Chenango County Department of Public Works shall close a section of County Road 33 today, between County Road 36(Norwich-Guilford Road) and County Road 34 (Springvale Road), in the Town of Norwich. This closure will be in place until the required culvert replacement work is completed. Local traffic shall be allowed access to their homes; however they will be required to travel away from the project for the closure period. Meanwhile, route 12 between Brisben and Greene has reopened after bridge work was completed ahead of schedule.

Pre-registration begins today through September 10th for Otsego county residents for the household hazardous waste collection day. Registrations are available online at otsegocounty.com/solidwaste or by calling 547-4228. The first collection site will be Friday September 13th at the Unadilla town highway building; the second will be at the meadows office building in Cooperstown on Saturday September 14th. Businesses may participate by bringing their hazardous materials to the Meadows on Friday September 13th, and fees may apply. More information is available at 547-4228.

A free Diabetes Information program will be held at UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich on Thursday, September 26th in the basement conference room. The event is for diabetics and their families and begins at 5pm. There will be numerous speakers to discuss diabetic care, food preparation, diabetes & cardiovascular disease and nutrition. Vendors who specialize in products and services for diabetics will also be present. Space is limited and registration is requested by calling 337-4040 or on line at uhs dot net.

State Police at Sidney arrested 36-year-old Brian Johns of Franklin, for Criminal Possession of a Control Substance, Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle and Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs.  The arrest resulted from a traffic accident investigation on State Route 357 in Franklin where Johns was found possessing 11 packets of heroin in his vehicle.  Johns was also accused of operating the vehicle while impaired by drugs and without the permission of the owner.  Johns was arraigned in Town of Delhi Court and remanded to the Delaware County Jail in lieu of $50,000 cash bail.

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The Chenango county Department of public works will be holding their annual household hazardous waste collection day on September 14th, but residents with items to dispose of, need to register quickly, according to spokesperson Pat Pittsley:

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Pittsley said that the DPW offices would be open starting at 7:00 AM each day for those looking to register.  More information is available at 337-1792.

The Chenango county sheriff’s department arrested 28 year old Kyle Braman of Binghamton for 1 count each of 2nd degree Rape, Criminal Sexual Act and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. The arrest followed an investigation into an incident in the Village of Sherburne in July where Braman allegedly performed sexual acts with a 14-year-old female. Braman was arraigned in the Town of North Norwich court and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional facility on $10,000 cash bail until his next court appearance of July 26th.

The State Police Special Investigations Unit arrested 49-year-old Anthony Vaccaro of Windsor, for Grand Larceny and Falsifying Business Records.  Vaccaro is accused of stealing, transporting and re-selling stolen fuel to cash paying customers at a discounted rate; he is accused of stealing over $80,000 dollars worth of fuel.  Vaccaro was indicted by a Grand Jury and he was arraigned and was remanded to the Tioga County Jail on $5,000 bail or $10,000 bond pending additional court action.

The Joint Landowners Coalition of New York held a rally at the Holiday Inn Arena in downtown Binghamton Tuesday, they called on Governor Cuomo & State lawmakers to allow natural gas drilling to proceed again after the 5 year wait:  Coalition spokesman Dan Fitzsimmons comments:

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Assemblyman Cliff Crouch & Broome County Executive Debbie Preston attended yesterdays’ rally, Governor Cuomo stated that he would make a decision on Hydraulic Fracturing by next year’s elections.

Governor Cuomo today announced more than $1.8 million to provide low-income senior New Yorkers with access to farmers’ markets across the state.  The funding will provide over 100,000 seniors with access to healthy food at 470 farmers’ markets.   Eligible recipients must be age 60 or older and meet the income eligibility requirement. More information is available at 1-800-554-4501.