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WCDO News — Wednesday 12-22-21
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-22-21
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on State highways will be suspended starting tomorrow morning at 6:00 AM, until Monday December 27th at 6:00 AM. Construction will also be suspended from Thursday December 30th to Monday, January 3rd to ease travel for motorists. Motorists should be aware that some work may continue behind permanent concrete barriers or for emergency repairs.
The American Red Cross & State Police announced that on Tuesday, December 28th, A blood drive will be hosted in memory of Trooper Christopher Skinner, who lost his life by a hit-and-run driver while conducting a traffic stop on I-81 in Broome County. Blood Supplies are the lowest they have been during the holiday season, in 10 years, appointments are available at RedCrossBlood.org, downloading the free Blood Donor app or by calling 1-800 RED CROSS. The Drive is being held on the 28th from 12:00 to 6:00 PM at 16 Crescent Drive in Kirkwood, More information is available at 607- 237-9747.
The Unadilla Fire Department announced that they are collecting items for the families who lost everything to a fire at 43 Watson Street in the village earlier this week. The Unadilla Fire Department has posted a list of specific items on their Facebook Page; the items can be dropped off at the Firehouse at 77 Clifton Street.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the state’s acting Health Commissioner, Dr. Mary Bassett, has tested positive for COVID-19. Dr. Bassett reported that she tested positive after being administered a rapid test, she is asymptomatic & is fully vaccinated and has received a booster shot.
Employees of Health Departments around the state have put in a lot of overtime during the pandemic, and have also been the target of threats of physical violence, Otsego County Sheriff Rich Devlin told WCDO news that the local health Department received such threats, and that is unacceptable:
(Sheriff Devlin 12-22-21)
Sheriff Devlin said that no arrests have been made so far for the threats to Otsego County Health Department staff.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced that they are investigating a multistate outbreak of listeria infections connected to Fresh Express packaged salads, through the northeast states & into eastern Canada. So far, 10 people have become ill, 10 have been hospitalized and 1 person has died across 8 states in the listeria outbreak. Fresh Express announced a recall Monday where they advised consumers not to eat, sell or serve a long list of its products with the codes Z324 to Z350 printed on the package.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-22-21
The State Health Department reports that the winter surge is continuing, after 214,165 were tested for COVID 19 Monday & 22,258 people were positive, for a 10.4% positivity rate. Patient Hospitalizations went up by more than 300 to 4,328; almost 800 are in an ICU unit with 470 on ventilators, 57 died at hospitals & nursing homes Monday.
The New York State Education Department is canceling January regents’ exams for the second year in a row due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The education department will ask the Board of Regents to approve changes to diploma requirements to accommodate students who were scheduled to take the January exams.
Attorney General Letitia James said that her office has received complaints of price gouging on COVID 19 testing products around the state. A standard test kit at local pharmacies normally costs between $14 and $25 for a package of 2 tests, but some stores have sold the same product unlawfully for $40 up to $70, to report price gouging, go to formsnym.ag.ny.gov.
The Village of Bainbridge announced that due to a water main break near Lambrecht's Auction House on County Road 38, water service will be interrupted this morning starting at 7:00 Am, until the break is repaired. Residents north of the Auction house on Route 38, Searles Hill Road, Bliss Road, Crest Drive and Williams Lane will be affected. (The repair was completed at about 7:15 AM)
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on State highways will be suspended starting tomorrow morning at 6:00 AM, until Monday December 27th at 6:00 AM. Construction will also be suspended from Thursday December 30th to Monday, January 3rd to ease travel for motorists. Motorists should be aware that some work may continue behind permanent concrete barriers or for emergency repairs.
The American Red Cross & State Police announced that on Tuesday, December 28th, A blood drive will be hosted in memory of Trooper Christopher Skinner, who lost his life by a hit-and-run driver while conducting a traffic stop on I-81 in Broome County. Blood Supplies are the lowest they have been during the holiday season, in 10 years, appointments are available at RedCrossBlood.org, downloading the free Blood Donor app or by calling 1-800 RED CROSS. The Drive is being held on the 28th from 12:00 to 6:00 PM at 16 Crescent Drive in Kirkwood, More information is available at 607- 237-9747.
The Unadilla Fire Department announced that they are collecting items for the families who lost everything to a fire at 43 Watson Street in the village earlier this week. The Unadilla Fire Department has posted a list of specific items on their Facebook Page; the items can be dropped off at the Firehouse at 77 Clifton Street.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the state’s acting Health Commissioner, Dr. Mary Bassett, has tested positive for COVID-19. Dr. Bassett reported that she tested positive after being administered a rapid test, she is asymptomatic & is fully vaccinated and has received a booster shot.
Employees of Health Departments around the state have put in a lot of overtime during the pandemic, and have also been the target of threats of physical violence, Otsego County Sheriff Rich Devlin told WCDO news that the local health Department received such threats, and that is unacceptable:
(Sheriff Devlin 12-22-21)
Sheriff Devlin said that no arrests have been made so far for the threats to Otsego County Health Department staff.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced that they are investigating a multistate outbreak of listeria infections connected to Fresh Express packaged salads, through the northeast states & into eastern Canada. So far, 10 people have become ill, 10 have been hospitalized and 1 person has died across 8 states in the listeria outbreak. Fresh Express announced a recall Monday where they advised consumers not to eat, sell or serve a long list of its products with the codes Z324 to Z350 printed on the package.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-22-21
The State Health Department reports that the winter surge is continuing, after 214,165 were tested for COVID 19 Monday & 22,258 people were positive, for a 10.4% positivity rate. Patient Hospitalizations went up by more than 300 to 4,328; almost 800 are in an ICU unit with 470 on ventilators, 57 died at hospitals & nursing homes Monday.
The New York State Education Department is canceling January regents’ exams for the second year in a row due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The education department will ask the Board of Regents to approve changes to diploma requirements to accommodate students who were scheduled to take the January exams.
Attorney General Letitia James said that her office has received complaints of price gouging on COVID 19 testing products around the state. A standard test kit at local pharmacies normally costs between $14 and $25 for a package of 2 tests, but some stores have sold the same product unlawfully for $40 up to $70, to report price gouging, go to formsnym.ag.ny.gov.
The Village of Bainbridge announced that due to a water main break near Lambrecht's Auction House on County Road 38, water service will be interrupted this morning starting at 7:00 Am, until the break is repaired. Residents north of the Auction house on Route 38, Searles Hill Road, Bliss Road, Crest Drive and Williams Lane will be affected. (The repair was completed at about 7:15 AM)
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WCDO News — Thursday 8-9-18
State Police reported that 2 train cars derailed near Hale Eddy in the town of Deposit at about 2:20 this morning. The engineers of the freight train were not injured, high river water washed away the rock & a culvert underneath the tracks, some diesel fuel entered the West Branch of the Delaware River, the DEC Hazmat team has responded. The 2 derailed cars are hovering over the river, but did not go into the river. The clean-up & the investigation are ongoing.
State Police at Binghamton arrested 45 year old Bobby Galusha of Harpursville for Criminal Trespass and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Troopers responded to the report of a couple in Windsor finding an unidentified man in their home. Galusha was arrested, he is accused of possessing suboxone at the time of the arrest, he was released on appearance tickets to the town of Windsor Court on August 15th.
Governor Cuomo today announced that he will propose legislation to further decouple New York State's tax code from the federal code if President Trump moves forward with a plan for a $100 billion capital gains tax cut for the rich. The Governor also called on Congress to immediately block any attempt by President Trump to unilaterally cut taxes for the nation's wealthiest 1% in violation of the Constitution. Governor Cuomo and Attorney General Underwood also filed a lawsuit to protect New York and its taxpayers from Washington's drastic curtailment of the state and local tax deduction, which argues that the new SALT cap was enacted to target New York and similarly situated states & that it interferes with states' rights to make their own fiscal decisions.
President Trump is scheduled to visit Fort Drum in Watertown on Monday, and is also expected to make a campaign stop in the Utica area for incumbent Congresswoman Claudia Tenney of the 22 District. Trump is expected to sign a $716 Billion dollar defense bill at Fort drum before the Tenney Campaign stop. Tenney faces a battle in November against Democratic Anthony Brinidisi.
State Police arrested 34 year old Darnell Ney of Port Crane for Criminal Contempt, after Troopers were dispatched to the town of Fenton, where a person with an order of protection against Ney was allegedly contacted by him from the Broome County Jail. Ney was arrested and arraigned in the town of Fenton Court and he was remanded to the Broome County Jail without bail.
Oneonta Police arrested 2 area men for allegedly stealing a van & bicycles 17 year old Michael Roman & 26 year old Benito Brito were charged with 3rd degree Burglary, 3rd degree grand larceny, plus criminal mischief; both were being held pending court action.
Deposit Town Supervisor Thomas Axtell has declared a State of Emergency for Town roads in Deposit due to excessive rainfall and flash flooding. Supervisor Axtell has requested no unnecessary travel on Town roads until further notice. Also, Deputy Town Supervisor Patrick O’Brien from the Town of Hancock has issued a Travel Advisory for all town roads in Hancock until further notice due to excessive rain and flash flooding. No unnecessary travel is requested.
The State Department of Health confirmed the presence of Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus in mosquitoes in Onondaga and Oswego Counties. EEE is a rare, viral disease spread by mosquitoes that can affect people and horses, people over 50 and younger than 15 are at greatest risk for acquiring the virus. Most people bitten by an infected mosquito will not develop any symptoms, severe cases begin with the sudden onset of headache, high fever, chills and vomiting, approximately a third of patients who develop EEE die, while many patients who survive EEE experience neurologic impairment. There have been no human cases of EEE this year, there is no vaccine. Officials suggest keeping mosquitoes away, by eliminating standing water in yards& using Repellents that contain DEET, IR3535, or oil of lemon eucalyptus.
Delaware County Sheriff Deputies responded June 3rd to County Hwy 33 in the Town of Kortright for a report of a personal injury auto accident. The driver, 58 year old Dominick Forte of Harpersfield was transported by Life Net Helicopter to Albany Medical Center for treatment of his injuries. Deputies arrested Forte for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, DWI, Aggravated DWI, Speed unreasonable and prudent, failure to keep right, no seat belt and unlicensed operator. Forte was released on his own recognizance and will appear in the Town of Kortright Court at a later date.
The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce is having its 32nd Annual Golf Tournament, today at the Oneonta Country Club. Shot gun starts at 10:00a.m. Registration starts at 9:00am.
State Police at Binghamton arrested 45 year old Bobby Galusha of Harpursville for Criminal Trespass and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Troopers responded to the report of a couple in Windsor finding an unidentified man in their home. Galusha was arrested, he is accused of possessing suboxone at the time of the arrest, he was released on appearance tickets to the town of Windsor Court on August 15th.
Governor Cuomo today announced that he will propose legislation to further decouple New York State's tax code from the federal code if President Trump moves forward with a plan for a $100 billion capital gains tax cut for the rich. The Governor also called on Congress to immediately block any attempt by President Trump to unilaterally cut taxes for the nation's wealthiest 1% in violation of the Constitution. Governor Cuomo and Attorney General Underwood also filed a lawsuit to protect New York and its taxpayers from Washington's drastic curtailment of the state and local tax deduction, which argues that the new SALT cap was enacted to target New York and similarly situated states & that it interferes with states' rights to make their own fiscal decisions.
President Trump is scheduled to visit Fort Drum in Watertown on Monday, and is also expected to make a campaign stop in the Utica area for incumbent Congresswoman Claudia Tenney of the 22 District. Trump is expected to sign a $716 Billion dollar defense bill at Fort drum before the Tenney Campaign stop. Tenney faces a battle in November against Democratic Anthony Brinidisi.
State Police arrested 34 year old Darnell Ney of Port Crane for Criminal Contempt, after Troopers were dispatched to the town of Fenton, where a person with an order of protection against Ney was allegedly contacted by him from the Broome County Jail. Ney was arrested and arraigned in the town of Fenton Court and he was remanded to the Broome County Jail without bail.
Oneonta Police arrested 2 area men for allegedly stealing a van & bicycles 17 year old Michael Roman & 26 year old Benito Brito were charged with 3rd degree Burglary, 3rd degree grand larceny, plus criminal mischief; both were being held pending court action.
Deposit Town Supervisor Thomas Axtell has declared a State of Emergency for Town roads in Deposit due to excessive rainfall and flash flooding. Supervisor Axtell has requested no unnecessary travel on Town roads until further notice. Also, Deputy Town Supervisor Patrick O’Brien from the Town of Hancock has issued a Travel Advisory for all town roads in Hancock until further notice due to excessive rain and flash flooding. No unnecessary travel is requested.
The State Department of Health confirmed the presence of Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus in mosquitoes in Onondaga and Oswego Counties. EEE is a rare, viral disease spread by mosquitoes that can affect people and horses, people over 50 and younger than 15 are at greatest risk for acquiring the virus. Most people bitten by an infected mosquito will not develop any symptoms, severe cases begin with the sudden onset of headache, high fever, chills and vomiting, approximately a third of patients who develop EEE die, while many patients who survive EEE experience neurologic impairment. There have been no human cases of EEE this year, there is no vaccine. Officials suggest keeping mosquitoes away, by eliminating standing water in yards& using Repellents that contain DEET, IR3535, or oil of lemon eucalyptus.
Delaware County Sheriff Deputies responded June 3rd to County Hwy 33 in the Town of Kortright for a report of a personal injury auto accident. The driver, 58 year old Dominick Forte of Harpersfield was transported by Life Net Helicopter to Albany Medical Center for treatment of his injuries. Deputies arrested Forte for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, DWI, Aggravated DWI, Speed unreasonable and prudent, failure to keep right, no seat belt and unlicensed operator. Forte was released on his own recognizance and will appear in the Town of Kortright Court at a later date.
The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce is having its 32nd Annual Golf Tournament, today at the Oneonta Country Club. Shot gun starts at 10:00a.m. Registration starts at 9:00am.
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WCDO News — Tuesday 4-24-18
Polling locations across the 102nd State Assembly District are open until 9:00 PM this evening, for the special election to replace former area assemblyman Pete Lopez, who accepted a position at the Federal EPA Last year. Candidates include Independent Wesley Laraway, Democrat Aidan O’Connor Jr. & Republican Christopher Tague.
The FoxNow Convenient Care Clinic at the FoxCare Center in Oneonta will be closing on May 1st, Fox Hospital Marketing Director Gabrielle Argo Explains:
(Gabrielle Argo 4-24-18)
The Convenient Care Clinic off of River Street in Oneonta is open 7 days a week, more information is available at bassett.org or at 1-800-bassett.
Utica Police arrested an Oneonta couple for allegedly scamming Utica area businesses. Joshua Eckman and Michelle Schaffner are accused of attempted to collect refunds on orders they never placed by contacting businesses and saying they received an incorrect order, then demanding a refund. The pair are charged with misdemeanor attempted petty larceny and conspiracy and will face court action shortly.
Binghamton Police responded to 14 Doubleday Street Sunday for the report of a man being shot in the face. The unidentified 29 year old victim was taken to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City & was transported to Syracuse for surgery; the victim was serious condition Monday. Police reported that the victim was approached by the suspect, & was shot, the suspect was wearing dark clothing, may have been with another man, and anyone with information is asked to contact the Binghamton Police Detective Division at (607) 772-7080.
State DEC Officials are reminding area residents that the State's Burn ban is still in effect. The announcement comes as warm temperatures and very dry conditions have led to a series of grass & brush fire in the tri-county area in the last few days. State officials are reminding residents not to burn brush or trash until May 14. Officials said that Today's air in Upstate New York is drier than in Las Vegas.
The Social Security Administration introduced the expansion of online services for residents of New York, through socialsecurity.gov/myaccount. Residents of New York can use the portal for replacement Social Security number card requests. The agency is conducting a gradual roll out of this service. New York is one of the states where this option is already available. The service will mean shorter wait times for the public in the more than 1,200 Social Security offices across the country. More information about this new online service is available at socialsecurity.gov/ssnumber.
Local animal lovers can drop off donations of pet supplies at Oneonta Bus Lines/Eastern Travel. Toys, cat litter, and pet beds will be accepted; donors will be able to select a gift certificate in return for the donation. Items can be dropped off weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Oneonta Bus Lines/Eastern Travel offices at 41 Orchard Street, Oneonta.
On May 1st, Commerce Chenango will thank local businesses for their participation and support of the Chamber at the annual Report to the Membership Luncheon, at the Northeast Classic Car Museum in Norwich. The lunch will serve to recognize retiring business owner Hal Skillin of Skillin’s Jewelers. Chamber members can call 334-1400 to reserve a seat.
Governor Cuomo introduced a program bill that would ban all single-use, plastic carryout bags at any point of sale in New York State. This action follows the release of the New York State Plastic Bags Task Force report in January, which outlined the environmental impact of plastic bags, single-use bag reduction measures, and proposed actions that the state could take to reduce pollution and protect New York's natural resources, including a ban on single-use plastic bags. New York residents use 23 billion plastic bags annually, the bags do not biodegrade and they persist for years.
The FoxNow Convenient Care Clinic at the FoxCare Center in Oneonta will be closing on May 1st, Fox Hospital Marketing Director Gabrielle Argo Explains:
(Gabrielle Argo 4-24-18)
The Convenient Care Clinic off of River Street in Oneonta is open 7 days a week, more information is available at bassett.org or at 1-800-bassett.
Utica Police arrested an Oneonta couple for allegedly scamming Utica area businesses. Joshua Eckman and Michelle Schaffner are accused of attempted to collect refunds on orders they never placed by contacting businesses and saying they received an incorrect order, then demanding a refund. The pair are charged with misdemeanor attempted petty larceny and conspiracy and will face court action shortly.
Binghamton Police responded to 14 Doubleday Street Sunday for the report of a man being shot in the face. The unidentified 29 year old victim was taken to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City & was transported to Syracuse for surgery; the victim was serious condition Monday. Police reported that the victim was approached by the suspect, & was shot, the suspect was wearing dark clothing, may have been with another man, and anyone with information is asked to contact the Binghamton Police Detective Division at (607) 772-7080.
State DEC Officials are reminding area residents that the State's Burn ban is still in effect. The announcement comes as warm temperatures and very dry conditions have led to a series of grass & brush fire in the tri-county area in the last few days. State officials are reminding residents not to burn brush or trash until May 14. Officials said that Today's air in Upstate New York is drier than in Las Vegas.
The Social Security Administration introduced the expansion of online services for residents of New York, through socialsecurity.gov/myaccount. Residents of New York can use the portal for replacement Social Security number card requests. The agency is conducting a gradual roll out of this service. New York is one of the states where this option is already available. The service will mean shorter wait times for the public in the more than 1,200 Social Security offices across the country. More information about this new online service is available at socialsecurity.gov/ssnumber.
Local animal lovers can drop off donations of pet supplies at Oneonta Bus Lines/Eastern Travel. Toys, cat litter, and pet beds will be accepted; donors will be able to select a gift certificate in return for the donation. Items can be dropped off weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Oneonta Bus Lines/Eastern Travel offices at 41 Orchard Street, Oneonta.
On May 1st, Commerce Chenango will thank local businesses for their participation and support of the Chamber at the annual Report to the Membership Luncheon, at the Northeast Classic Car Museum in Norwich. The lunch will serve to recognize retiring business owner Hal Skillin of Skillin’s Jewelers. Chamber members can call 334-1400 to reserve a seat.
Governor Cuomo introduced a program bill that would ban all single-use, plastic carryout bags at any point of sale in New York State. This action follows the release of the New York State Plastic Bags Task Force report in January, which outlined the environmental impact of plastic bags, single-use bag reduction measures, and proposed actions that the state could take to reduce pollution and protect New York's natural resources, including a ban on single-use plastic bags. New York residents use 23 billion plastic bags annually, the bags do not biodegrade and they persist for years.
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WCDO News — Thursday 6-2-16
State Police arrested 31-year-old Zachariah Burns & 24 year old Brandon Burns of Bainbridge, for 2nd degree burglary, following a March 29th report of a burglary to a home on County Road 26, in the Town of Afton. The Burns Brothers are accused of entering the home without permission and stealing guitars and a game system. Brandon Burns had been arrested on May 3rd & he was arraigned in the town of Afton court, he had been remanded to the Chenango County jail on bail, Zachariah Burns was arrested Wednesday & was arraigned in the Town of Afton court, he also was remanded to the Chenango County jail on bail. They face court action shortly.
State Senator Jim Seward returned back to work in Albany this week. Seward recently had surgery for Bladder cancer in Albany, a full recovery is anticipated.
3 area teenagers have been arrested by the Oneonta Police in connection with a burglary & theft at an Oneonta Business. 2 Sidney Teens & 1 from Oneonta, who are all 13 years old, were charged with 2nd degree Burglary, Petty Larceny & criminal mischief, their cases will be heard in Otsego county Family Court.
Governor Cuomo today announced a new I Love NY advertising campaign to promote travel throughout the State’s 11 vacation regions. the campaign includes TV ads that are being aired in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, western Massachusetts, the eastern and central portions of both Pennsylvania and Ohio and in Montreal, Toronto and Ottawa in Canada. The ads will run through the summer until August 7.
The next Otsego county free rabies clinic will be held tonight in Unadilla. The clinic will be held In Clifton Park from 6:00 to 8:00 PM
The National Baseball Hall of Fame announced that the 2016 Inductees Exhibit is now open at the Hall of Fame and will remain on display through May of 2017. The exhibit is located on the first floor of the Museum as visitors approach the Plaque Gallery, artifacts include a Mariners home jersey worn by Ken Griffey Jr. in 1999 when he won his fourth straight American League home run title, a bat used by Mike Piazza in the 1996 All-Star Game when he won the game’s MVP Award, Piazza’s Mets batting helmet from the 2000 World Series & A catcher’s mitt Piazza used during the 1993 season when he was named the National League’s Rookie of the Year
Officials from the Delaware County Fair announced that they would be featured tonight at 9:00 pm on The Cooking Channel. The name of the show featuring the Delaware County Fair is "Carnival Eats"
Chenango County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 39 year old Arlo Biviano of Norwich for DWI Wednesday, following the report of a one car roll over accident on County Road 29 near the intersection of Tiffany Road in the Town of North Norwich with possible entrapment. Biviano's vehicle left the roadway and overturned over an embankment before striking a light pole. Both occupants escaped the crash with minor injuries. Biviano was processed and released on appearance tickets for later court action in the Town of North Norwich Court.
The Delaware County Board of Elections announced that Friday June 3rd is the last day to register for the June 28th Federal Primary Election. Primaries will be held for Democrats & Republicans in the 19th Congressional District race. Registration forms and applications for absentee ballots may be found online at co.delaware.ny.us/departments, by calling 832-5321 or at the County office in Delhi.
The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting on Thursday, June 2, 2016, in the District Conference Room at 6:30 PM. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM with a Public Hearing on the Code of Conduct.
State Senator Jim Seward returned back to work in Albany this week. Seward recently had surgery for Bladder cancer in Albany, a full recovery is anticipated.
3 area teenagers have been arrested by the Oneonta Police in connection with a burglary & theft at an Oneonta Business. 2 Sidney Teens & 1 from Oneonta, who are all 13 years old, were charged with 2nd degree Burglary, Petty Larceny & criminal mischief, their cases will be heard in Otsego county Family Court.
Governor Cuomo today announced a new I Love NY advertising campaign to promote travel throughout the State’s 11 vacation regions. the campaign includes TV ads that are being aired in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, western Massachusetts, the eastern and central portions of both Pennsylvania and Ohio and in Montreal, Toronto and Ottawa in Canada. The ads will run through the summer until August 7.
The next Otsego county free rabies clinic will be held tonight in Unadilla. The clinic will be held In Clifton Park from 6:00 to 8:00 PM
The National Baseball Hall of Fame announced that the 2016 Inductees Exhibit is now open at the Hall of Fame and will remain on display through May of 2017. The exhibit is located on the first floor of the Museum as visitors approach the Plaque Gallery, artifacts include a Mariners home jersey worn by Ken Griffey Jr. in 1999 when he won his fourth straight American League home run title, a bat used by Mike Piazza in the 1996 All-Star Game when he won the game’s MVP Award, Piazza’s Mets batting helmet from the 2000 World Series & A catcher’s mitt Piazza used during the 1993 season when he was named the National League’s Rookie of the Year
Officials from the Delaware County Fair announced that they would be featured tonight at 9:00 pm on The Cooking Channel. The name of the show featuring the Delaware County Fair is "Carnival Eats"
Chenango County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 39 year old Arlo Biviano of Norwich for DWI Wednesday, following the report of a one car roll over accident on County Road 29 near the intersection of Tiffany Road in the Town of North Norwich with possible entrapment. Biviano's vehicle left the roadway and overturned over an embankment before striking a light pole. Both occupants escaped the crash with minor injuries. Biviano was processed and released on appearance tickets for later court action in the Town of North Norwich Court.
The Delaware County Board of Elections announced that Friday June 3rd is the last day to register for the June 28th Federal Primary Election. Primaries will be held for Democrats & Republicans in the 19th Congressional District race. Registration forms and applications for absentee ballots may be found online at co.delaware.ny.us/departments, by calling 832-5321 or at the County office in Delhi.
The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting on Thursday, June 2, 2016, in the District Conference Room at 6:30 PM. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM with a Public Hearing on the Code of Conduct.
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WCDO News — Friday 8-9-13
State troopers arrested 17-year-old Landell Backus of Syracuse For 3rd Degree assault and criminal mischief, following a complaint at the Oneonta Job Corps. Backus allegedly punched an employee in the face and damaged a computer. Backus was arraigned in town of Milford court and was remanded to the Otsego county jail on $1,000 cash bail pending court action on august 13th.
State lawmakers received 1.8 million dollars in per diem expenses during the 6 month session that ended in June, a 28% drop from the year before. Lawmakers had been criticized for doing little to check the legitimacy of lawmaker’s claims as to whether they were in Albany on a specific day, or needed to be in town on official business. No receipts were previously required, state comptroller Tom DiNapoli said that lawmakers per diems continue to face review.
The Binghamton Mets announced that playoff tickets are now available for purchase. Fans can buy tickets for the 2013 playoffs at the NYSEG Stadium box office, online at www.bmets.com or by calling 723-METS. The Eastern League playoffs would start on September 4th.
An Oneonta woman was listed in fair condition at Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown following an accident on county route 48 in the town of Otego Wednesday. State Police reported that Annette Lapine of Oneonta lost control of her vehicle while turning a corner and crashed into a telephone pole, no tickets were issued.
The annual Toys for Tots golf tournament fundraiser will be held tomorrow at Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich with a Shotgun start at 9:00 AM. The money raised by the event will assist with getting toys to underprivileged children in the region this coming Christmas.
Hospice Chenango announces the 2nd Annual “We Honor Veterans” motorcycle ride to benefit Hospice. The ride will take place this Saturday & the money raised will be allocated to provide services to Veterans who reside in Chenango County and opt for Hospice care. The ride and is open to any rider and passenger for a fee of $10.00 per person. Registration will begin at 9:30am at the American Legion Post at 29 Sheldon Street in Norwich. More information is available about Hospice at hospicechenango.org.
The annual Masonville Rod & Gun Club will hold a “Youth Fishing derby” tomorrow from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Registration will be from *;00 to 9:00 AM, the derby is free & open to kids of all ages accompanied by an adult. More information is available at 265-3456.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli today issued a report on the New York State Power Authority which questioned the authority’s travel expenses, ownership of a plane, & that 35% of employees earned more than $100,000 annually, which accounted for almost half of the authority’s expenses. New York power authority operated 16 power plants providing low cost power to business and utilities, and employs of 1600 people.
State lawmakers received 1.8 million dollars in per diem expenses during the 6 month session that ended in June, a 28% drop from the year before. Lawmakers had been criticized for doing little to check the legitimacy of lawmaker’s claims as to whether they were in Albany on a specific day, or needed to be in town on official business. No receipts were previously required, state comptroller Tom DiNapoli said that lawmakers per diems continue to face review.
The Binghamton Mets announced that playoff tickets are now available for purchase. Fans can buy tickets for the 2013 playoffs at the NYSEG Stadium box office, online at www.bmets.com or by calling 723-METS. The Eastern League playoffs would start on September 4th.
An Oneonta woman was listed in fair condition at Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown following an accident on county route 48 in the town of Otego Wednesday. State Police reported that Annette Lapine of Oneonta lost control of her vehicle while turning a corner and crashed into a telephone pole, no tickets were issued.
The annual Toys for Tots golf tournament fundraiser will be held tomorrow at Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich with a Shotgun start at 9:00 AM. The money raised by the event will assist with getting toys to underprivileged children in the region this coming Christmas.
Hospice Chenango announces the 2nd Annual “We Honor Veterans” motorcycle ride to benefit Hospice. The ride will take place this Saturday & the money raised will be allocated to provide services to Veterans who reside in Chenango County and opt for Hospice care. The ride and is open to any rider and passenger for a fee of $10.00 per person. Registration will begin at 9:30am at the American Legion Post at 29 Sheldon Street in Norwich. More information is available about Hospice at hospicechenango.org.
The annual Masonville Rod & Gun Club will hold a “Youth Fishing derby” tomorrow from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Registration will be from *;00 to 9:00 AM, the derby is free & open to kids of all ages accompanied by an adult. More information is available at 265-3456.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli today issued a report on the New York State Power Authority which questioned the authority’s travel expenses, ownership of a plane, & that 35% of employees earned more than $100,000 annually, which accounted for almost half of the authority’s expenses. New York power authority operated 16 power plants providing low cost power to business and utilities, and employs of 1600 people.