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The Norwich Police Department & Sherburne Police Department announces the apprehension of 42 year old Derek Balcom of Norwich, following a coordinated investigation and arrest operation. Balcom was charged with 2nd degree Assault, Grand Larceny, Conspiracy, Resisting Arrest, & Obstruction of Governmental Administration, On July 2nd, Balcom is accused of unlawfully entered the premises of UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital and stole a side-by-side UTV, on July 4th, he allegedly entered the property of a local business, obtaining keys to fleet vehicles before fleeing the scene. Balcom was located today in Sherburne, he fled from officers and fought with law enforcement, resulting in injuries to a Norwich Detective. Balcom was arraigned and is being held with no bail.

The Delaware County Department of Emergency Services announced the passing of East Branch Fire Department Assistant Chief Jason McGlone. The East Branch Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle crash, in the course of his duties, Assistant Chief McGlone suffered traumatic injuries, medical attention was rendered on scene, but he succumbed to his injuries.

The Chenango County Historical Society offers free programming this season through the “Family Fun Days at the Museum!” series, it is held during select Saturdays from 10 am until 4 pm. The series begins tomorrow, more information is available at ChenangoHistorical.org..

THE 3RD ANNUAL CHENANGO COUNTY PRIDEFEST IS SATURDAY, this year it has been moved to the CHENANGO COUNTY FAIR GROUNDS IN NORWICH, Spokesman R.J. Shay explains:

(RJ SHAY 7-18-25)

The event runs from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, More information is available at CHENANGO COUNTY PRIDE ALLIANCE.ORG.