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WCDO News — Tuesday 11-11-25
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-11-25
Several area fire departments responded to the report of a structure fire at Bordinger's Welding & Fabricating at 336 Winney Hill Road. The fire was reported at about 12:15 this afternoon, and people were able to escape the blaze. WCDO will have more information as it becomes available.
State Police & local Law Enforcement agencies responded today to a host of accidents related to the slippery roads in all of the local counties. Police agencies are reminding motorists to drive slowly now that wintry conditions have returned to the region.
The Hartwick College Board of Trustees announced that Laurel Bongiorno, will be the College's 13th president, she talked about the opportunity:
(Laurel Bongiorno 11-11-25)
Bongiorno will assume the presidency on July 1, 2026, she succeeds James Mullen, who has served as Hartwick's interim president since 2023.
The annual Shop With a Cop event is on December 14th this year in Otsego County, where members from the Sheriff's Office, Oneonta Police Department, Cooperstown Police Department, and NYS University Police at Oneonta will be Christmas Shopping with area students. Area schools will be selecting a student representative to participate, Kids will be given a gift card and paired with a member of local law enforcement to shop for Christmas presents for themselves and/or their family. for those wishing to donate, contact your local law enforcement agency or send a check to the Otsego County Deputy Sheriff's PBA, 172 County Highway 33W, Cooperstown, NY 13326.
Sidney Community Foundation and the Sidney Rotary are teaming up to host a seminar on Advanced Techniques in charitable gifting, including as part of estate planning. Spokesman Whit Whitaker explains:
(Whit Whitaker 11-11-25)
Whitaker said that 20% of Americans over age 50 have no children, and they may decide to leave money to specific charities, like the Rotary club or other local charities, the seminar will be held at the Sidney Library Smart Community Room at 6:30 PM on November 20th.
The Village of Sidney announced that the Village Clerks office is closed Today in observance of Veterans Day. The office will reopen Wednesday. Also, Due to unforeseen circumstances Village brush pickup has been extended 1 more week, until this Friday.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-11-25
The Otsego County Sheriff’s announces the arrest of 31 year old Marcus Borggreen & 26 year old Destiny Grant both of Mt. Upton, following a trespass complaint in the Town of Westford. Deputies were dispatched to a residence for a report of 2 subjects, they were located inside the basement of the residence, and were detained and were in possession of MDMA, narcotic drugs, and several weapons. the pair are facing numerous drug & weapons charges & were transported to the Sheriff’s Office and were turned over to the Jail to be held for Arraignment.
Governor Hochul announced that the last statewide Free Fishing Day of 2025 will be today, to mark Veterans Day. During Free Fishing Days, New York State waives the fishing license requirement for freshwater fishing in New York’s waters. While no license is required, all other freshwater fishing regulations remain in effect.
Several area fire departments responded to the report of a structure fire at Bordinger's Welding & Fabricating at 336 Winney Hill Road. The fire was reported at about 12:15 this afternoon, and people were able to escape the blaze. WCDO will have more information as it becomes available.
State Police & local Law Enforcement agencies responded today to a host of accidents related to the slippery roads in all of the local counties. Police agencies are reminding motorists to drive slowly now that wintry conditions have returned to the region.
The Hartwick College Board of Trustees announced that Laurel Bongiorno, will be the College's 13th president, she talked about the opportunity:
(Laurel Bongiorno 11-11-25)
Bongiorno will assume the presidency on July 1, 2026, she succeeds James Mullen, who has served as Hartwick's interim president since 2023.
The annual Shop With a Cop event is on December 14th this year in Otsego County, where members from the Sheriff's Office, Oneonta Police Department, Cooperstown Police Department, and NYS University Police at Oneonta will be Christmas Shopping with area students. Area schools will be selecting a student representative to participate, Kids will be given a gift card and paired with a member of local law enforcement to shop for Christmas presents for themselves and/or their family. for those wishing to donate, contact your local law enforcement agency or send a check to the Otsego County Deputy Sheriff's PBA, 172 County Highway 33W, Cooperstown, NY 13326.
Sidney Community Foundation and the Sidney Rotary are teaming up to host a seminar on Advanced Techniques in charitable gifting, including as part of estate planning. Spokesman Whit Whitaker explains:
(Whit Whitaker 11-11-25)
Whitaker said that 20% of Americans over age 50 have no children, and they may decide to leave money to specific charities, like the Rotary club or other local charities, the seminar will be held at the Sidney Library Smart Community Room at 6:30 PM on November 20th.
The Village of Sidney announced that the Village Clerks office is closed Today in observance of Veterans Day. The office will reopen Wednesday. Also, Due to unforeseen circumstances Village brush pickup has been extended 1 more week, until this Friday.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-11-25
The Otsego County Sheriff’s announces the arrest of 31 year old Marcus Borggreen & 26 year old Destiny Grant both of Mt. Upton, following a trespass complaint in the Town of Westford. Deputies were dispatched to a residence for a report of 2 subjects, they were located inside the basement of the residence, and were detained and were in possession of MDMA, narcotic drugs, and several weapons. the pair are facing numerous drug & weapons charges & were transported to the Sheriff’s Office and were turned over to the Jail to be held for Arraignment.
Governor Hochul announced that the last statewide Free Fishing Day of 2025 will be today, to mark Veterans Day. During Free Fishing Days, New York State waives the fishing license requirement for freshwater fishing in New York’s waters. While no license is required, all other freshwater fishing regulations remain in effect.
WCDO News — Friday 10-24-25
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-24-25
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 34 year old Dustin Henness of Morris following an investigation in to a sex offender who failed to update the New York State Sex Offender Registry of a change in status. Investigators were alerted that a level 3 sex offender was utilizing a Facebook account that was not registered, and was under an alias. Henness was taken into custody without incident, was processed and was held for arraignment at the Otsego County Correctional Facility.
State Police arrested retired Trooper Thomas Mungeer for 3rd degree Grand Larceny. The investigation determined that between March 2018, and October 2022, while serving as the President of the New York State Troopers Police Benevolent Association, Mungeer misappropriated union funds for personal use and expenses, he was arrested at Troop G Headquarters in Latham, he was arraigned and was released pending his next court appearance in Albany County Superior Court on December 1st.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-24-25
Plans are moving forward for the Clover Lane Development on West Main Street in Sidney, Sidney Mayor Ray Baker explains:
(Ray Baker 10-24-25)
Baker said that the plans call for between 10 to 12 houses at the Clover Lane Site, the closing is expected in the next week.
The 2nd Annual Sidney Spooktacular will be held this Saturday in downtown Sidney, Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:
(Teri Schunk 10-24-25)
More information is available at the Delaware Valley Humane Society Facebook page.
The Northeast Classic Car Museum announced their annual "Dancing with the Cars" Sock Hop event will be held tonight at the Museum from 6:00 to 10:00 PM, featuring the Bruce Beadle Band, Tickets are available at the museum or at classiccarmuseum.org, or by calling 607-334-2886.
The next National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is this Saturday, from 10 am. to 2 pm. local time. The event is sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration, which provides a safe, convenient, and anonymous way for the public to dispose of unused or expired prescription medications. Check to see if your local law enforcement agency is participating at DEATakeBack.com
The Norwich Business Improvement District is hosting the 5th annual ‘Norwitch’ Fall Festival from 9 am. to 2 pm., in East and West Park in Norwich, on Saturday, the event will once again be held in conjunction with Saturday in the Park with Chobani.
A Bluegrass favorite is coming back to the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater Saturday night, Jericho Arts Council Spokesman Phil Wade explains:
(Phil Wade 10-24-25)
Reservations can be made by calling 607-288-3882.
Fenimore Farm & Country Village has expanded this year’s Annual Trick or Treating at the Farm with a costume contest, according to spokesperson Kerri Green:
(Kerri Green 10-24-25)
More information about this and other events can be found at fenimorefarm.org.
The Friends of Rogers Environmental Education Center is hosting its annual Animals of Halloween on Saturday, from 3-6 PM. The free, event features animal actors on the Rogers Center trails, performing skits which pay tribute to New York wildlife. Each tour concludes at the outdoor amphitheater, with live music by a campfire, Registration is not required, and donations are suggested to support the Rogers Center on State Route 80, Sherburne.
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 34 year old Dustin Henness of Morris following an investigation in to a sex offender who failed to update the New York State Sex Offender Registry of a change in status. Investigators were alerted that a level 3 sex offender was utilizing a Facebook account that was not registered, and was under an alias. Henness was taken into custody without incident, was processed and was held for arraignment at the Otsego County Correctional Facility.
State Police arrested retired Trooper Thomas Mungeer for 3rd degree Grand Larceny. The investigation determined that between March 2018, and October 2022, while serving as the President of the New York State Troopers Police Benevolent Association, Mungeer misappropriated union funds for personal use and expenses, he was arrested at Troop G Headquarters in Latham, he was arraigned and was released pending his next court appearance in Albany County Superior Court on December 1st.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-24-25
Plans are moving forward for the Clover Lane Development on West Main Street in Sidney, Sidney Mayor Ray Baker explains:
(Ray Baker 10-24-25)
Baker said that the plans call for between 10 to 12 houses at the Clover Lane Site, the closing is expected in the next week.
The 2nd Annual Sidney Spooktacular will be held this Saturday in downtown Sidney, Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:
(Teri Schunk 10-24-25)
More information is available at the Delaware Valley Humane Society Facebook page.
The Northeast Classic Car Museum announced their annual "Dancing with the Cars" Sock Hop event will be held tonight at the Museum from 6:00 to 10:00 PM, featuring the Bruce Beadle Band, Tickets are available at the museum or at classiccarmuseum.org, or by calling 607-334-2886.
The next National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is this Saturday, from 10 am. to 2 pm. local time. The event is sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration, which provides a safe, convenient, and anonymous way for the public to dispose of unused or expired prescription medications. Check to see if your local law enforcement agency is participating at DEATakeBack.com
The Norwich Business Improvement District is hosting the 5th annual ‘Norwitch’ Fall Festival from 9 am. to 2 pm., in East and West Park in Norwich, on Saturday, the event will once again be held in conjunction with Saturday in the Park with Chobani.
A Bluegrass favorite is coming back to the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater Saturday night, Jericho Arts Council Spokesman Phil Wade explains:
(Phil Wade 10-24-25)
Reservations can be made by calling 607-288-3882.
Fenimore Farm & Country Village has expanded this year’s Annual Trick or Treating at the Farm with a costume contest, according to spokesperson Kerri Green:
(Kerri Green 10-24-25)
More information about this and other events can be found at fenimorefarm.org.
The Friends of Rogers Environmental Education Center is hosting its annual Animals of Halloween on Saturday, from 3-6 PM. The free, event features animal actors on the Rogers Center trails, performing skits which pay tribute to New York wildlife. Each tour concludes at the outdoor amphitheater, with live music by a campfire, Registration is not required, and donations are suggested to support the Rogers Center on State Route 80, Sherburne.
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WCDO News — Thursday 9-4-25
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 9-4-25
State Police BCI, the FBI and the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, arrested 3 men following separate investigations targeting individuals using social media to entice minors to engage in sexual acts. State Police arrested 70 year old Ronald Wenzinger of Binghamton, for 2nd degree Attempted Rape Wenzinger was a Reverend at the United Methodist Church in Harpursville, he was turned over to the Broome County Jail for arraignment. State Police arrested 39 year old John Tedmark of Binghamton and 38 year old Juan Bolanoszul of Endicott, each for 2nd degree Attempted Rape, they were turned over to the Broome County Jail for arraignment. Anyone with information about crimes against children is encouraged to contact the State Police or their local law enforcement agency.
58 year old Paul Geer of Hancock, was sentenced to 27 years and 3 months in federal prison for 2 counts of coercing and enticing 2 children to travel across state lines to engage in unlawful sexual activity and 2 counts of transporting the children across state lines with the intent to engage in criminal sexual activity. Geer was found guilty in March following a 2-week trial, he was a teacher at the Family Foundation School in Hancock from 1994 through 2001 & he imposed extreme disciplinary sanctions on students & that Geer used his position of authority to coerce 2 students to travel with him to Maine and Toronto, Canada, with the intent to engage in unlawful sexual activity. A 3-year term of supervised release will follow Geer’s release from prison, he will be required to register as a sex offender.
With health insurance subsidies set to expire, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is urging her fellow members of Congress to include an extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act premium tax credits in any upcoming funding package, to help bring down the cost of premiums for low- and middle-income individuals and families in New York and across the country afford health care:
(Gillibrand 9-4-25)
Senator Gillibrand said that without an extension, ACA enhanced tax credits will expire at the end of 2025, causing nearly 20 million Americans, including 1.6 million New Yorkers, to see a sudden increase in their health insurance costs of $1,360 on average.
The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a search warrant at 117 Walnut St in Binghamton Tuesday, they seized cocaine, heroin, A digital scale, A loaded handgun which was stolen in Georgia, they arrested Joel Ramos, Luis Masso-Deleon and Tyeheem Crawley, all of Binghamton on drug & weapons charges, they were being processed by the Binghamton Police Department.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 9-4-25
Governor Kathy Hochul announced the start of the fall foliage travel season throughout New York State & the ‘I LOVE NY’ Fall Foliage Reports will be available online Every Wednesday Beginning September 10. For more than 40 years, I LOVE NY has issued weekly fall foliage reports and, this year, Reports are available online at iloveny.com/foliage or toll-free at 800-CALL-NYS.
Governor Hochul announced that $200 million in funding is available through the State’s downtown revitalization and economic development programs; $100 million each for Round 9 of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative and Round 4 of the NY Forward program. So Far, the 2 programs have awarded $1.2 billion in funding to 151 communities across every region of the state. The deadline to apply is November 7th, The similarities and differences between the DRI and NY Forward programs are described at ny.gov/programs.
State Police BCI, the FBI and the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, arrested 3 men following separate investigations targeting individuals using social media to entice minors to engage in sexual acts. State Police arrested 70 year old Ronald Wenzinger of Binghamton, for 2nd degree Attempted Rape Wenzinger was a Reverend at the United Methodist Church in Harpursville, he was turned over to the Broome County Jail for arraignment. State Police arrested 39 year old John Tedmark of Binghamton and 38 year old Juan Bolanoszul of Endicott, each for 2nd degree Attempted Rape, they were turned over to the Broome County Jail for arraignment. Anyone with information about crimes against children is encouraged to contact the State Police or their local law enforcement agency.
58 year old Paul Geer of Hancock, was sentenced to 27 years and 3 months in federal prison for 2 counts of coercing and enticing 2 children to travel across state lines to engage in unlawful sexual activity and 2 counts of transporting the children across state lines with the intent to engage in criminal sexual activity. Geer was found guilty in March following a 2-week trial, he was a teacher at the Family Foundation School in Hancock from 1994 through 2001 & he imposed extreme disciplinary sanctions on students & that Geer used his position of authority to coerce 2 students to travel with him to Maine and Toronto, Canada, with the intent to engage in unlawful sexual activity. A 3-year term of supervised release will follow Geer’s release from prison, he will be required to register as a sex offender.
With health insurance subsidies set to expire, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is urging her fellow members of Congress to include an extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act premium tax credits in any upcoming funding package, to help bring down the cost of premiums for low- and middle-income individuals and families in New York and across the country afford health care:
(Gillibrand 9-4-25)
Senator Gillibrand said that without an extension, ACA enhanced tax credits will expire at the end of 2025, causing nearly 20 million Americans, including 1.6 million New Yorkers, to see a sudden increase in their health insurance costs of $1,360 on average.
The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a search warrant at 117 Walnut St in Binghamton Tuesday, they seized cocaine, heroin, A digital scale, A loaded handgun which was stolen in Georgia, they arrested Joel Ramos, Luis Masso-Deleon and Tyeheem Crawley, all of Binghamton on drug & weapons charges, they were being processed by the Binghamton Police Department.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 9-4-25
Governor Kathy Hochul announced the start of the fall foliage travel season throughout New York State & the ‘I LOVE NY’ Fall Foliage Reports will be available online Every Wednesday Beginning September 10. For more than 40 years, I LOVE NY has issued weekly fall foliage reports and, this year, Reports are available online at iloveny.com/foliage or toll-free at 800-CALL-NYS.
Governor Hochul announced that $200 million in funding is available through the State’s downtown revitalization and economic development programs; $100 million each for Round 9 of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative and Round 4 of the NY Forward program. So Far, the 2 programs have awarded $1.2 billion in funding to 151 communities across every region of the state. The deadline to apply is November 7th, The similarities and differences between the DRI and NY Forward programs are described at ny.gov/programs.
WCDO News — Monday 6-16-25
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-16-25
The Gus Macker Tournament returns to the Streets of Norwich in July, and the deadline is fast approaching for teams to sign up, according to organizer Tom Revoir:
(Tom Revoir 6-16-25)
The mail in registration can be sent to Gus Macker 107 East Main Street Belding Michigan, 48809, online registrations go to Macker.com & look for Norwich in the drop down menu. The tournament will be held on July 12th & 13th this year.
31 year old Dustin Cole of Rotterdam pleaded guilty in Delaware County Court to Attempted Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession with Intent to Sell, and was sentenced to 4 years in state prison and 2 years of post-release supervision. On February 28, 2025, Cole was stopped by a State Trooper in Stamford, Cole failed Field Sobriety Tests. Police found Cocaine, a digital scale and several empty glassine envelopes, plus $2,141.00 in cash, Cole was sentenced to four years of incarceration and two years of post-release supervision, he was also ordered to forfeit the $2,141.00 to the District Attorney’s office. This money will now be used to fund additional drug investigations.
58 year old Christopher Dickinson was charged with Criminal Mischief & Assaulting a peace officer after attacking a Corrections Sergeant during intake procedures at the Broome County Correctional Facility Sunday morning. Dickinson was brought to the Broome County Correctional Facility by Johnson City Police for a Criminal Mischief charge, he is accused of striking a female Corrections Sergeant in the face, she sustained a broken nose & was treated at UHS Wilson Hospital, Dickinson was arraigned and remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility.
36 year old Matthew Baird of Columbus, pleaded guilty in Chenango County Court to 1st-degree rape, for raping a child less than 11 years old. Baird was sentenced to 16 years in state prison, with 20 years post-release supervision.
The Binghamton Rumble Ponies clinched the first half Northeast Division title and a playoff berth, 2025 Eastern League playoff tickets and packages went on sale today, Each playoff package reserves seats for all 3 potential home playoff games. Tickets will be available online at bingrp.com, or by visiting the Visions Federal Credit Union Starting Gate Box Office. Group outings of 20 or more may be booked by calling the Binghamton Rumble Ponies Front Office at (607).722.3866.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-16-25
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office Arrested 31 year old Abdi Ali of Norwich for Failure to Notify Law Enforcement of Address Change. The Chenango County Sheriff's Office received information that Ali, who is a level two sex offender and was last registered to an address in the City of Syracuse, moved to the Town of Norwich and failed to notify Law Enforcement of his address change within ten days. Ali was taken into custody without incident and was arraigned & was remanded to the Chenango County Jail, The Sheriff's Office was then notified by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement that Ali is a person of interest with their agency, he was turned over to U.S. Immigration.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 34 year old Keith Echiverri Jr., of Hawaii for DWI, Refusal to take breath test, Speed not Reasonable and Prudent, Moving From a Lane Unsafely, Failure to Keep Right and Open container of Alcohol in Motor Vehicle, following an investigation into a motor vehicle accident in the Town of Otsego. Echiverri struck a guard rail and utility pole on State Highway 80, he was found be intoxicated by alcohol and arrested, processed and released with Appearance Tickets and is set to appear in court at a later date.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 48 year old Paula Carbonara of Worcester, for Burglary, Criminal Trespass, Criminal Contempt, and Harassment, following a burglary in progress complaint in the Town of Worcester. Deputies were dispatched to a residence after receiving reports that a female subject was trying to gain entry, deputies found that the female had made entry into the residence but fled on foot, Carbonara was located and taken into custody& was held for Arraignment.
The Gus Macker Tournament returns to the Streets of Norwich in July, and the deadline is fast approaching for teams to sign up, according to organizer Tom Revoir:
(Tom Revoir 6-16-25)
The mail in registration can be sent to Gus Macker 107 East Main Street Belding Michigan, 48809, online registrations go to Macker.com & look for Norwich in the drop down menu. The tournament will be held on July 12th & 13th this year.
31 year old Dustin Cole of Rotterdam pleaded guilty in Delaware County Court to Attempted Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession with Intent to Sell, and was sentenced to 4 years in state prison and 2 years of post-release supervision. On February 28, 2025, Cole was stopped by a State Trooper in Stamford, Cole failed Field Sobriety Tests. Police found Cocaine, a digital scale and several empty glassine envelopes, plus $2,141.00 in cash, Cole was sentenced to four years of incarceration and two years of post-release supervision, he was also ordered to forfeit the $2,141.00 to the District Attorney’s office. This money will now be used to fund additional drug investigations.
58 year old Christopher Dickinson was charged with Criminal Mischief & Assaulting a peace officer after attacking a Corrections Sergeant during intake procedures at the Broome County Correctional Facility Sunday morning. Dickinson was brought to the Broome County Correctional Facility by Johnson City Police for a Criminal Mischief charge, he is accused of striking a female Corrections Sergeant in the face, she sustained a broken nose & was treated at UHS Wilson Hospital, Dickinson was arraigned and remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility.
36 year old Matthew Baird of Columbus, pleaded guilty in Chenango County Court to 1st-degree rape, for raping a child less than 11 years old. Baird was sentenced to 16 years in state prison, with 20 years post-release supervision.
The Binghamton Rumble Ponies clinched the first half Northeast Division title and a playoff berth, 2025 Eastern League playoff tickets and packages went on sale today, Each playoff package reserves seats for all 3 potential home playoff games. Tickets will be available online at bingrp.com, or by visiting the Visions Federal Credit Union Starting Gate Box Office. Group outings of 20 or more may be booked by calling the Binghamton Rumble Ponies Front Office at (607).722.3866.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-16-25
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office Arrested 31 year old Abdi Ali of Norwich for Failure to Notify Law Enforcement of Address Change. The Chenango County Sheriff's Office received information that Ali, who is a level two sex offender and was last registered to an address in the City of Syracuse, moved to the Town of Norwich and failed to notify Law Enforcement of his address change within ten days. Ali was taken into custody without incident and was arraigned & was remanded to the Chenango County Jail, The Sheriff's Office was then notified by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement that Ali is a person of interest with their agency, he was turned over to U.S. Immigration.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 34 year old Keith Echiverri Jr., of Hawaii for DWI, Refusal to take breath test, Speed not Reasonable and Prudent, Moving From a Lane Unsafely, Failure to Keep Right and Open container of Alcohol in Motor Vehicle, following an investigation into a motor vehicle accident in the Town of Otsego. Echiverri struck a guard rail and utility pole on State Highway 80, he was found be intoxicated by alcohol and arrested, processed and released with Appearance Tickets and is set to appear in court at a later date.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 48 year old Paula Carbonara of Worcester, for Burglary, Criminal Trespass, Criminal Contempt, and Harassment, following a burglary in progress complaint in the Town of Worcester. Deputies were dispatched to a residence after receiving reports that a female subject was trying to gain entry, deputies found that the female had made entry into the residence but fled on foot, Carbonara was located and taken into custody& was held for Arraignment.
WCDO News — Friday 1-17-25
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 1-17-25
Norwich Police Department, and New York State Parole concluded an investigation into a Level III Sex Offender who was using social media without registering his account, as well as violating his parole conditions. Additionally, the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office has separate charges as well. 44 year old Joshua Clifton of Norwich was charged with, Failure to Register & on a State Parole Violation Warrant, for allegedly using an unregistered Instagram account where he had access to juveniles and activity in violation of his Level III Sex Offender status, Clifton is being held at the Norwich Police Department, pending arraignment, The investigation is ongoing, and more charges are expected.
Delaware County Sheriff and current President of the NYS Sheriff’s Association, Craig DuMond, announced the roll out of the Sheriff’s Associations “Blue Envelope” Program, Sheriff DuMond told WCDO News how it works:
(Sheriff DuMond 1-17-25)
Sheriff DuMond said that any driver on the Autism Spectrum can ask for a blue envelop in person or by phone to a law enforcement agency or request to have one mailed to their home address, that they can fill out & have in their vehicles in case they are pulled over.
The Otsego County Health Department reported that a raccoon in the town of Laurens, tested positive for rabies. All people & animals exposed to the raccoon are receiving medical care. More information about rabies is available at 607-547-4230 or at the Health Department's page at Otsegocountyny.gov.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 37 year old Matthew Walsh of Sidney For 3rd degree Grand Larceny. Walsh was arrested last August on multiple felony and misdemeanor charges related to an identity theft investigation, earlier this week he was additionally charged with Grand Larceny, Walsh was located with the help is the Sidney Police Department, Walsh was turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility Centralized Arraignment where he was released on his own recognizance and directed to appear at the Village of Sidney court at a later date to answer for the charge.
A.M. NEWS Friday 1-17-25
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 33 year old Gary Garbera of Oneonta following an investigation into a property damage motor vehicle accident on East Street in Oneonta. Garbera fled the vehicle and after a search of the immediate area, he was located and taken into custody without further incident. Garbera was charged with Criminal Possession of a Firearm, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Use Drug Paraphernalia, Resisting Arrest, Felony DWI, Operating Motor Vehicle Impaired by Drugs, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation and Numerous NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law Violations, he was processed and released on an Appearance Ticket returnable to Town of Oneonta Court at a later date.
New York State Office of General Services will hold the 5th annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and legacy, with guest speakers, live performances, and the premiere of the 2025 film tribute “We Press On: New York State Celebrates the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.”. A welcome reception will begin at 5:30 p.m. at the base of the Egg, and the formal program will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Empire State Plaza Convention Center.
Broome County Executive Jason Garnar began his term as president of the New York State County Executives' Association this week. The Association is an affiliate of the State Association of Counties and represents the 19 counties that have county executives as their chief elected official. These counties, including the City of New York, represent more than 16 million New Yorkers.
Governor Hochul will present the Fiscal Year 2026 Executive Budget on Tuesday, January 21st at 1:00 PM, at the New York State Capitol Red Room in Albany.
Norwich Police Department, and New York State Parole concluded an investigation into a Level III Sex Offender who was using social media without registering his account, as well as violating his parole conditions. Additionally, the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office has separate charges as well. 44 year old Joshua Clifton of Norwich was charged with, Failure to Register & on a State Parole Violation Warrant, for allegedly using an unregistered Instagram account where he had access to juveniles and activity in violation of his Level III Sex Offender status, Clifton is being held at the Norwich Police Department, pending arraignment, The investigation is ongoing, and more charges are expected.
Delaware County Sheriff and current President of the NYS Sheriff’s Association, Craig DuMond, announced the roll out of the Sheriff’s Associations “Blue Envelope” Program, Sheriff DuMond told WCDO News how it works:
(Sheriff DuMond 1-17-25)
Sheriff DuMond said that any driver on the Autism Spectrum can ask for a blue envelop in person or by phone to a law enforcement agency or request to have one mailed to their home address, that they can fill out & have in their vehicles in case they are pulled over.
The Otsego County Health Department reported that a raccoon in the town of Laurens, tested positive for rabies. All people & animals exposed to the raccoon are receiving medical care. More information about rabies is available at 607-547-4230 or at the Health Department's page at Otsegocountyny.gov.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 37 year old Matthew Walsh of Sidney For 3rd degree Grand Larceny. Walsh was arrested last August on multiple felony and misdemeanor charges related to an identity theft investigation, earlier this week he was additionally charged with Grand Larceny, Walsh was located with the help is the Sidney Police Department, Walsh was turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility Centralized Arraignment where he was released on his own recognizance and directed to appear at the Village of Sidney court at a later date to answer for the charge.
A.M. NEWS Friday 1-17-25
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 33 year old Gary Garbera of Oneonta following an investigation into a property damage motor vehicle accident on East Street in Oneonta. Garbera fled the vehicle and after a search of the immediate area, he was located and taken into custody without further incident. Garbera was charged with Criminal Possession of a Firearm, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Use Drug Paraphernalia, Resisting Arrest, Felony DWI, Operating Motor Vehicle Impaired by Drugs, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation and Numerous NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law Violations, he was processed and released on an Appearance Ticket returnable to Town of Oneonta Court at a later date.
New York State Office of General Services will hold the 5th annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and legacy, with guest speakers, live performances, and the premiere of the 2025 film tribute “We Press On: New York State Celebrates the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.”. A welcome reception will begin at 5:30 p.m. at the base of the Egg, and the formal program will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Empire State Plaza Convention Center.
Broome County Executive Jason Garnar began his term as president of the New York State County Executives' Association this week. The Association is an affiliate of the State Association of Counties and represents the 19 counties that have county executives as their chief elected official. These counties, including the City of New York, represent more than 16 million New Yorkers.
Governor Hochul will present the Fiscal Year 2026 Executive Budget on Tuesday, January 21st at 1:00 PM, at the New York State Capitol Red Room in Albany.