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WCDO News — Thursday 8-11-22
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 8-11-22
State Police are investigating the discovery of unidentified human remains, located in a remote area in the town of Morris. The remains are those of an adult female, approximately 4’9”- 4’11” in height, she was wearing Adidas jogging pants, a pink tank top, a black jacket with a pink zipper, and Carolina boots. A silver adjustable ring with a heart and a gold chain necklace were also located. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the New York State Police at 607-561-7400.
Governor Hochul announced that New Yorkers struggling with their electric and gas bills can get assistance from a $567 million assistance program, the majority of the money will help more than 327,000 low-income gas and electric customers pay their August bills. Funding came from the statewide COVID-19 bill credit program adopted by the State Public Service Commission & customers can expect to see the credit on their next billing cycle, beginning this month. The program will eliminate unpaid utility bills for eligible low-income customers who enroll in the Energy Affordability Program by December 31st of this year.
New York State has taken away prisoners' ability to receive packages sent directly from their family members, in a pilot program going on at select prisons around the state. The Department of Corrections implemented the pilot program in July, in an effort to prevent prisoners from receiving contraband, no timetable has been announced for a system wide implementation of the program.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli's office audited the Unadilla Valley School District, the audit found that Officials did not establish Non-Residential Tuition rates for special education students as required, & the District’s rates exceeded the State Education Department’s maximum allowable rate during 4 of the past 5 school years. The District overcharged 7 school districts by a total of $183,250. District officials agreed with the recommendations to have the rates in line with state regulations & they planned to initiate corrective action.
The Chenango Arts Council announced that Auditions will be held soon for "Agatha Christie's Mousetrap", to be performed October 8th, at the Martin W. Kappel Theater. Auditions will beheld on August 17th & 18th at the Kappel Theater from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, more information is available by emailing lphillipson4@yahoo.com
A.M. NEWS Thursday 8-11-22
The Vestal Police Department released more details about Monday night's fatal head on accident on the Vestal Parkway, near Binghamton University. Police reported that a 2019 Chevy SUV driven by 21-year-old Stephan Moran of Binghamton crashed head-on into a 2016 Nissan, occupied by Alfred and Paula Latissa of Johnson City. Alfred Latissa was pronounced dead at the scene, Paula Latissa was taken to an area hospital but was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. Moran was taken to Wilson Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. So far, no tickets have been issued
Catholic Charities in Sidney announced that their free Backpack with School Supplies giveaway for Sidney Central School District Students, spokesperson Penny McKnight explains:
(Penny McKnight 8-11-22)
Preregistration ends tomorrow by calling the Sidney Office of Catholic Charities at 607-604-4071, or by stopping by their office in the Sidney Civic Center.
CDO Workforce will hold a job recruitment event at their O'Hara Drive Norwich Location today. Raymond Corporation & Valley Ridge are recruiting for positions from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM today, more information is available at cdoworkforce.org.
A Free Rabies Vaccination clinic is being held today, for dogs Cats & Ferrets, at Neahwa Park in Oneonta. The clinic will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
The State DOT is advising motorists that starting Monday, August 15, State Route 7 between Pleasant Hill Road and Hancock Road in the Town of Colesville, will be closed to traffic for a culvert replacement. The closure is expected to last approximately 7 days, weather permitting, Motorists should utilize the following posted detours, to I-88 in both directions. For up-to-date travel information, call 511, visit 511NY.org or download the free 511NY mobile app.
State Police are investigating the discovery of unidentified human remains, located in a remote area in the town of Morris. The remains are those of an adult female, approximately 4’9”- 4’11” in height, she was wearing Adidas jogging pants, a pink tank top, a black jacket with a pink zipper, and Carolina boots. A silver adjustable ring with a heart and a gold chain necklace were also located. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the New York State Police at 607-561-7400.
Governor Hochul announced that New Yorkers struggling with their electric and gas bills can get assistance from a $567 million assistance program, the majority of the money will help more than 327,000 low-income gas and electric customers pay their August bills. Funding came from the statewide COVID-19 bill credit program adopted by the State Public Service Commission & customers can expect to see the credit on their next billing cycle, beginning this month. The program will eliminate unpaid utility bills for eligible low-income customers who enroll in the Energy Affordability Program by December 31st of this year.
New York State has taken away prisoners' ability to receive packages sent directly from their family members, in a pilot program going on at select prisons around the state. The Department of Corrections implemented the pilot program in July, in an effort to prevent prisoners from receiving contraband, no timetable has been announced for a system wide implementation of the program.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli's office audited the Unadilla Valley School District, the audit found that Officials did not establish Non-Residential Tuition rates for special education students as required, & the District’s rates exceeded the State Education Department’s maximum allowable rate during 4 of the past 5 school years. The District overcharged 7 school districts by a total of $183,250. District officials agreed with the recommendations to have the rates in line with state regulations & they planned to initiate corrective action.
The Chenango Arts Council announced that Auditions will be held soon for "Agatha Christie's Mousetrap", to be performed October 8th, at the Martin W. Kappel Theater. Auditions will beheld on August 17th & 18th at the Kappel Theater from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, more information is available by emailing lphillipson4@yahoo.com
A.M. NEWS Thursday 8-11-22
The Vestal Police Department released more details about Monday night's fatal head on accident on the Vestal Parkway, near Binghamton University. Police reported that a 2019 Chevy SUV driven by 21-year-old Stephan Moran of Binghamton crashed head-on into a 2016 Nissan, occupied by Alfred and Paula Latissa of Johnson City. Alfred Latissa was pronounced dead at the scene, Paula Latissa was taken to an area hospital but was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. Moran was taken to Wilson Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. So far, no tickets have been issued
Catholic Charities in Sidney announced that their free Backpack with School Supplies giveaway for Sidney Central School District Students, spokesperson Penny McKnight explains:
(Penny McKnight 8-11-22)
Preregistration ends tomorrow by calling the Sidney Office of Catholic Charities at 607-604-4071, or by stopping by their office in the Sidney Civic Center.
CDO Workforce will hold a job recruitment event at their O'Hara Drive Norwich Location today. Raymond Corporation & Valley Ridge are recruiting for positions from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM today, more information is available at cdoworkforce.org.
A Free Rabies Vaccination clinic is being held today, for dogs Cats & Ferrets, at Neahwa Park in Oneonta. The clinic will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
The State DOT is advising motorists that starting Monday, August 15, State Route 7 between Pleasant Hill Road and Hancock Road in the Town of Colesville, will be closed to traffic for a culvert replacement. The closure is expected to last approximately 7 days, weather permitting, Motorists should utilize the following posted detours, to I-88 in both directions. For up-to-date travel information, call 511, visit 511NY.org or download the free 511NY mobile app.
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WCDO News — Monday 3-14-22
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-14-22
The State Division of Consumer Protection assisted 21,855 New Yorkers with a variety of consumer protection matters in 2021, resulting in a record $2,918,025 being returned to consumers' wallets; the top five areas for complaints relate to errors in delivery, insufficient refunds, defective products, online scams, and COVID cancellations.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of an initiative to expand and create child care centers across all SUNY campuses for students and faculty. The initiative includes the distribution of $4.5 million in federal and state funding to support current centers, & a program to train the next generation of child care professionals, SUNY universities receiving funding locally include; SUNY Broome, SUNY Cobleskill, SUNY Cortland, SUNY Delhi, & SUNY Oneonta.
The Northeast Classic Car Museum is raffling off a 1965 Mustang Convertible this year. The drawing will be held on Wednesday, October 12th, in the Lobby of the Museum on Rexford Street in Norwich. The raffle is open to U.S. residents age 18+. Official Rules are available at classiccarmuseum.org.
The State Police are looking to recruit people to become part of the New York State Police Family. Troop C Commanding officer Jeffrey VanAuken told WCDO News that the process to join is easier than ever:
(Major Jeffrey VanAuken 2-10-22)
Major Van Auken said that the State Police currently have specialized units such as the Special Operation Response team, Underwater recovery Team, positions in forensics, canine handlers & even a snowmobile unit for extreme winter issues.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-14-22
Oneonta Police reported that the investigation into the death on January 27th, of 20-year-old, SUNY Oneonta Student Tyler Lopresti-Castro continues. There remains no indication of a crime being committed and the investigation is being conducted as a suspicious death. Lopresti-Castro left a party in the center city around midnight, cell phone data collected indicates he was on foot in the neighborhood where he was living in an apartment. Preliminary findings indicate alcohol and caffeine were present in Tyler Lopresti-Castro, but his actual blood alcohol concentration was unknown in the hours before his discovery. The public is encouraged to contact the Oneonta Police Detectives with any additional information at (607) 432-1111.
State Police reported that 1 person was killed in a single-car crash on Route 11 in Kirkwood Thursday morning. State Police identified the victim as 30-year-old Eric Marks of Conklin. Troopers were dispatched to the crash around 10:15 am. an investigation showed that Marks was traveling southeast when he left the roadway, struck a culvert, went into a ditch, struck a tree and then came to a rest in the ditch.
The New York Office of Cannabis Management announced Thursday the first 100 cannabis retail licenses will be awarded to those with previous marijuana convictions. Also, hemp farmers will be able to start growing cannabis in the summer, supply of products will be seen in the fall, and retail stores will be open by the end of the year.
The State Division of Consumer Protection assisted 21,855 New Yorkers with a variety of consumer protection matters in 2021, resulting in a record $2,918,025 being returned to consumers' wallets; the top five areas for complaints relate to errors in delivery, insufficient refunds, defective products, online scams, and COVID cancellations.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of an initiative to expand and create child care centers across all SUNY campuses for students and faculty. The initiative includes the distribution of $4.5 million in federal and state funding to support current centers, & a program to train the next generation of child care professionals, SUNY universities receiving funding locally include; SUNY Broome, SUNY Cobleskill, SUNY Cortland, SUNY Delhi, & SUNY Oneonta.
The Northeast Classic Car Museum is raffling off a 1965 Mustang Convertible this year. The drawing will be held on Wednesday, October 12th, in the Lobby of the Museum on Rexford Street in Norwich. The raffle is open to U.S. residents age 18+. Official Rules are available at classiccarmuseum.org.
The State Police are looking to recruit people to become part of the New York State Police Family. Troop C Commanding officer Jeffrey VanAuken told WCDO News that the process to join is easier than ever:
(Major Jeffrey VanAuken 2-10-22)
Major Van Auken said that the State Police currently have specialized units such as the Special Operation Response team, Underwater recovery Team, positions in forensics, canine handlers & even a snowmobile unit for extreme winter issues.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-14-22
Oneonta Police reported that the investigation into the death on January 27th, of 20-year-old, SUNY Oneonta Student Tyler Lopresti-Castro continues. There remains no indication of a crime being committed and the investigation is being conducted as a suspicious death. Lopresti-Castro left a party in the center city around midnight, cell phone data collected indicates he was on foot in the neighborhood where he was living in an apartment. Preliminary findings indicate alcohol and caffeine were present in Tyler Lopresti-Castro, but his actual blood alcohol concentration was unknown in the hours before his discovery. The public is encouraged to contact the Oneonta Police Detectives with any additional information at (607) 432-1111.
State Police reported that 1 person was killed in a single-car crash on Route 11 in Kirkwood Thursday morning. State Police identified the victim as 30-year-old Eric Marks of Conklin. Troopers were dispatched to the crash around 10:15 am. an investigation showed that Marks was traveling southeast when he left the roadway, struck a culvert, went into a ditch, struck a tree and then came to a rest in the ditch.
The New York Office of Cannabis Management announced Thursday the first 100 cannabis retail licenses will be awarded to those with previous marijuana convictions. Also, hemp farmers will be able to start growing cannabis in the summer, supply of products will be seen in the fall, and retail stores will be open by the end of the year.