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WCDO News — Thursday 5-28-26
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-28-26
After 7 weeks of being late, the state budget was passed in Albany last night, local Assemblyman Joe Angelino comments:
(Joe Angelino 5-28-26)
Angelino said that they have several more days to wrap up this year's session, and he expects numerous bills to hit the floor for votes in that time-frame.
Plans are going forward to unearth a Time Capsule buried in Unadilla in 1976 and have it opened this July 4th, as part of a celebration for the 250th anniversary of America. Gloria Meenan was one of the 10 year old students involved in the 1976 plans for what went into the time capsule, she told WCDO News about the origins of the plan:
(Gloria Meenan 5-28-26)
Plans call for the Time capsule to be opened on July 4th at 12:00 Noon in from of the Community House, items are being collected to a new time capsule to be buried & unearthed in Unadilla in another 50 years.
Keiko Howard is an artist and painter from Sidney Center who is painting a mural on the Liberty Street Side of 7 Stones in downtown Sidney, She told WCDO News that she was commissioned to paint the mural after completing a small 1 on the side of Sidney Flowers & Gifts:
(Keiko Howard 5-28-26)
Howard said that she is going to paint an indoor mural at the Community Cultural Center in Sidney after the completion of the current work, she is also looking to recruit other area artists to try to have painting & murals in village business district in the region.
The 218th Session of the New York State Police Basic School held their graduation today at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center. 175 Troopers graduated, 23 are training in Troop C, 8 are local from the Troop C area. The new Troopers will be starting May 30 and will be with a Field Training Officer for 10 weeks before getting their official permanent station assignment. The list of the graduates can be found at troopers.ny.gov.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 5-28-26
Governor Hochul announced that the State Budget for 26-27 has passed. The 268 Billion Dollar plan includes a Path to implementing Universal Child Care, Reforms to Lower Auto Insurance Premiums, a $1 Billion Energy Rebate, Reforms to Cut Red Tape To Build More Housing and Infrastructure Faster, and the First-In-Nation Law to Crack Down on 3D Printed Ghost Guns
State Police arrested 52 year old Jonathan Menhennett of Oneonta after a dispute at a residence in the town of Oneonta. Menhennett allegedly menaced a victim & made threats with 2 knives, the victim sustained injuries but did not wish to be transported to a hospital. Menhennett was charged with 2 counts of Menacing, Criminal Possession of a Weapon, he was processed & was transported to the Otsego County Jail for Centralized Arraignment.
State Police arrested 47 year old Brendan Murphy of Oneonta after he violated an Order of Protection & was charged with Criminal Contempt. Troopers responded to a report of a violation of an Order of Protection in Oneonta, the victim, who is a protected party, was invited inside Murphy's residence, a verbal argument turned physical, the victim left, called 911 & was transported to A.O. Fox Hospital for treatment. Murphy had a previous conviction for Criminal Contempt, elevating his charges to a felony. Murphy was processed & turned over to the Otsego County Jail for Arraignment
UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital will open the doors of its new Broad Street Entrance as well as a new Orthopedics Suite today, A grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting, along with tours of the new spaces, will take place from 12:30 to 3 pm. on Thursday, May 28. The event is free and open to the public.
Testing from the recent stomach illnesses in the Broome County Correctional Facility has confirmed that the cause was Salmonella infection. On Monday, incarcerated individuals began reporting symptoms of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and headaches to medical staff, over 300 individuals reported similar symptoms over the next 2 days. Results returned on Wednesday have confirmed that the illness stems from a food-borne bacterial Salmonella infection. Correctional Facility medical and housing staff and officials from the Broome County Department of Health and Broome County Office of Emergency Services, are treating inmates, Salmonella bacteria usually stems from contaminated foods, including beef, poultry, seafood, milk or eggs & unwashed fruits and vegetables. The investigation is continuing.
Former Marcy Correctional Facility sergeant Glen Trombley pleaded guilty to offering a false instrument for filing and reckless endangerment in connection to the death of inmate Robert Brooks, He was sentenced to 2 years in the Oneida County jail.
After 7 weeks of being late, the state budget was passed in Albany last night, local Assemblyman Joe Angelino comments:
(Joe Angelino 5-28-26)
Angelino said that they have several more days to wrap up this year's session, and he expects numerous bills to hit the floor for votes in that time-frame.
Plans are going forward to unearth a Time Capsule buried in Unadilla in 1976 and have it opened this July 4th, as part of a celebration for the 250th anniversary of America. Gloria Meenan was one of the 10 year old students involved in the 1976 plans for what went into the time capsule, she told WCDO News about the origins of the plan:
(Gloria Meenan 5-28-26)
Plans call for the Time capsule to be opened on July 4th at 12:00 Noon in from of the Community House, items are being collected to a new time capsule to be buried & unearthed in Unadilla in another 50 years.
Keiko Howard is an artist and painter from Sidney Center who is painting a mural on the Liberty Street Side of 7 Stones in downtown Sidney, She told WCDO News that she was commissioned to paint the mural after completing a small 1 on the side of Sidney Flowers & Gifts:
(Keiko Howard 5-28-26)
Howard said that she is going to paint an indoor mural at the Community Cultural Center in Sidney after the completion of the current work, she is also looking to recruit other area artists to try to have painting & murals in village business district in the region.
The 218th Session of the New York State Police Basic School held their graduation today at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center. 175 Troopers graduated, 23 are training in Troop C, 8 are local from the Troop C area. The new Troopers will be starting May 30 and will be with a Field Training Officer for 10 weeks before getting their official permanent station assignment. The list of the graduates can be found at troopers.ny.gov.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 5-28-26
Governor Hochul announced that the State Budget for 26-27 has passed. The 268 Billion Dollar plan includes a Path to implementing Universal Child Care, Reforms to Lower Auto Insurance Premiums, a $1 Billion Energy Rebate, Reforms to Cut Red Tape To Build More Housing and Infrastructure Faster, and the First-In-Nation Law to Crack Down on 3D Printed Ghost Guns
State Police arrested 52 year old Jonathan Menhennett of Oneonta after a dispute at a residence in the town of Oneonta. Menhennett allegedly menaced a victim & made threats with 2 knives, the victim sustained injuries but did not wish to be transported to a hospital. Menhennett was charged with 2 counts of Menacing, Criminal Possession of a Weapon, he was processed & was transported to the Otsego County Jail for Centralized Arraignment.
State Police arrested 47 year old Brendan Murphy of Oneonta after he violated an Order of Protection & was charged with Criminal Contempt. Troopers responded to a report of a violation of an Order of Protection in Oneonta, the victim, who is a protected party, was invited inside Murphy's residence, a verbal argument turned physical, the victim left, called 911 & was transported to A.O. Fox Hospital for treatment. Murphy had a previous conviction for Criminal Contempt, elevating his charges to a felony. Murphy was processed & turned over to the Otsego County Jail for Arraignment
UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital will open the doors of its new Broad Street Entrance as well as a new Orthopedics Suite today, A grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting, along with tours of the new spaces, will take place from 12:30 to 3 pm. on Thursday, May 28. The event is free and open to the public.
Testing from the recent stomach illnesses in the Broome County Correctional Facility has confirmed that the cause was Salmonella infection. On Monday, incarcerated individuals began reporting symptoms of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and headaches to medical staff, over 300 individuals reported similar symptoms over the next 2 days. Results returned on Wednesday have confirmed that the illness stems from a food-borne bacterial Salmonella infection. Correctional Facility medical and housing staff and officials from the Broome County Department of Health and Broome County Office of Emergency Services, are treating inmates, Salmonella bacteria usually stems from contaminated foods, including beef, poultry, seafood, milk or eggs & unwashed fruits and vegetables. The investigation is continuing.
Former Marcy Correctional Facility sergeant Glen Trombley pleaded guilty to offering a false instrument for filing and reckless endangerment in connection to the death of inmate Robert Brooks, He was sentenced to 2 years in the Oneida County jail.
WCDO News — Wednesday 5-27-26
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-27-26
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office and the Broome County Health Department are taking action to treat and prevent the spread of a stomach bug-like illness that health experts believe to be norovirus at the Broome County Correctional Facility. On Monday, several incarcerated individuals reported symptoms of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and headaches to medical staff at Correctional Facility. Over the next 24 hours, over 140 incarcerated individuals in multiple housing units were seen by medical staff for similar symptoms. The Norovirus is a highly contagious stomach illness effecting 19 to 21 million people in the United States each year and the leading cause of acute gastroenteritis in the country, The Correctional Facility is also taking additional precautions to limit exposure for staff and other incarcerated individuals within the facility, while performing deep and steady cleaning on any exposed surfaces or areas within the facility.
Teams can register for this year's Gus Macker Basketball Tournament in Norwich, at macker.com, Organizer Tom Revoir said that interested teams have just less than a month to sign up:
(Tom Revoir 5-27-26)
Revoir said that over 5000 postcards were mailed last week, the online registration deadline is June 22nd, the mail in deadline is June 19th, the Macker weekend in July 11th to the 12th in Norwich.
The 218th Session of the New York State Police Basic School is scheduled to graduate tomorrow at 11am. Graduation is taking place at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center. There are a total of 175 Troopers graduating, 23 are training in Troop C, 8 are local from the Troop C area. The new Troopers will be starting May 30 and will be with a Field Training Officer for 10 weeks before getting their official permanent station.
State Attorney General Letitia James and DEC Commissioner Amanda Lefton today awarded more than $1.34 million in grants to support farmers in Delaware and Sullivan Counties. The Agricultural Environmental Innovation Grant Program is funded by the Attorney General's & the DEC's 2023 settlement with FrieslandCampina, for repeated violations of environmental law at its Delhi facility. The grant program will reinvest the settlement funds by providing 25 farms with access to new technologies and practices.
New York State Office for the Aging announced their 100 awardees from across New York State for Older New Yorkers' Day. Local awardees include Brian Danforth of Unadilla, Lois Aylesworth of Columbus, Robert Cuffney of Sherburne, Alice Blackman of Hamden, Lauren Monroe of Bovina Center & Pat and Walter Hogan of Cooperstown.
New York State Lawmakers are working to get the state budget finalized by Thursday, or pass the 15th budget extender. The 268 Billion Dollar Budget plan is now about 7 weeks late.
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office and the Broome County Health Department are taking action to treat and prevent the spread of a stomach bug-like illness that health experts believe to be norovirus at the Broome County Correctional Facility. On Monday, several incarcerated individuals reported symptoms of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and headaches to medical staff at Correctional Facility. Over the next 24 hours, over 140 incarcerated individuals in multiple housing units were seen by medical staff for similar symptoms. The Norovirus is a highly contagious stomach illness effecting 19 to 21 million people in the United States each year and the leading cause of acute gastroenteritis in the country, The Correctional Facility is also taking additional precautions to limit exposure for staff and other incarcerated individuals within the facility, while performing deep and steady cleaning on any exposed surfaces or areas within the facility.
Teams can register for this year's Gus Macker Basketball Tournament in Norwich, at macker.com, Organizer Tom Revoir said that interested teams have just less than a month to sign up:
(Tom Revoir 5-27-26)
Revoir said that over 5000 postcards were mailed last week, the online registration deadline is June 22nd, the mail in deadline is June 19th, the Macker weekend in July 11th to the 12th in Norwich.
The 218th Session of the New York State Police Basic School is scheduled to graduate tomorrow at 11am. Graduation is taking place at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center. There are a total of 175 Troopers graduating, 23 are training in Troop C, 8 are local from the Troop C area. The new Troopers will be starting May 30 and will be with a Field Training Officer for 10 weeks before getting their official permanent station.
State Attorney General Letitia James and DEC Commissioner Amanda Lefton today awarded more than $1.34 million in grants to support farmers in Delaware and Sullivan Counties. The Agricultural Environmental Innovation Grant Program is funded by the Attorney General's & the DEC's 2023 settlement with FrieslandCampina, for repeated violations of environmental law at its Delhi facility. The grant program will reinvest the settlement funds by providing 25 farms with access to new technologies and practices.
New York State Office for the Aging announced their 100 awardees from across New York State for Older New Yorkers' Day. Local awardees include Brian Danforth of Unadilla, Lois Aylesworth of Columbus, Robert Cuffney of Sherburne, Alice Blackman of Hamden, Lauren Monroe of Bovina Center & Pat and Walter Hogan of Cooperstown.
New York State Lawmakers are working to get the state budget finalized by Thursday, or pass the 15th budget extender. The 268 Billion Dollar Budget plan is now about 7 weeks late.
ALICE BLACKMANBOVINA CENTERBRIAN DANFORTHBROOME COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTBROOME COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICECOLUMBUSCooperstownDEC COMMISSIONER AMANDA LEFTONDelhiFRIESLAND-CAMPINA DOMOGUS MACKER BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTHAMDENLAUREN MONROELOIS AYLESWORTHNEW YORK OFFICE FOR THE AGINGNorwichPAT HOGANROBERT CUFFNEYSherburneSTATE ATTORNEY GENERAL LETITIA JAMESSTATE POLICETOM REVOIRUNADILLAWALTER HOGAN
WCDO News — Thursday 5-21-26
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-21-26
State Police were dispatched to a crash on State Route 41A in the town of Homer. When Troopers arrived, they found a male in an Amazon uniform on the shoulder of the roadway and a white van on its passenger side, off the roadway with live wires on top of the vehicle. 28 year old Abel Negash of Syracuse, had his van exit the roadway, striking a National Grid pole, he sustained a laceration to his hand and was treated by EMT's at the scene. Negash failed a Field Sobriety Test, he was charged with Driving While Intoxicated, his B.A.C was .13%. He was issued appearance tickets to the Homer Town Court on June 16, 2026, and turned over to a sober third party.
A unique live music event will be held Saturday June 6th at the Community Cultural Center in Sidney, Board Member Doug Barnard & Director Amy Williams visited WCDO this morning to talk about the concert:
(Doug Barnard Amy Williams 5-21-26)
More information is available at the Community Cultural Center Facebook page.
New York drivers with peeling, delaminating, or severely damaged license plates can get free replacements from the DMV, provided they accept a new plate number. If drivers prefer to keep their existing plate number, they must pay a $$20 fee. People can request by Email to dmv.sm.peelingplates@dmv.ny.gov (mailto:dmv.sm.peelingplates@dmv.ny.gov), they can request by mail to NYS DMV6 Empire State Plaza, Room 414A Albany, NY 12228 or visit their local DMV office. More information is available at dmv.ny.gov.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced $185 million dollars in EPA funding to protect New York from exposure to lead in drinking water. This funding will go directly to New York State through the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund, that provides low-cost financial assistance to help communities upgrade public water infrastructure, offering subsidized loans and grants to replace aging pipes, treat contaminants, and improve public health.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 5-21-26
47 year old Thomas Grimsley of Oneonta man faces 20 years to life in prison after pleading guilty to predatory sexual assault for assaulting 2 children in Rensselaer County. Grimsley admitted to sexually abusing two children under the age of 11, after the children reported the abuse to State Police, he faces sentencing on July 20.
State Police arrested 40 year old Shawn Kerwin of Windsor for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a Child Passenger Less than 16 (Leandra’s Law). troopers were dispatched early Monday to a vehicle fire on Old Route 17 in the town of Windsor. An investigation revealed that Kerwin got a flat tire but decided to continue driving, he saw sparks coming from the tire area which ultimately caused the vehicle to catch fire. He and his passenger, a teenager, were able to safely get out of the vehicle without any injuries. Kerwin failed Field Sobriety Tests, He was processed then transported to the Broome County Jail for Arraignment.
There will be 2 Oneonta American Red Cross Blood Drives today, one from 10 am. - 3 pm., at Springbrook on State Route 7, another from 1 pm. - 6 pm., at Foothills Performing Arts & Civic Center, 24 Market Street, appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
Registration is now open for the 2026 Nate Lull Scholarship Golf Tournament, on July 5th at Ouleout Creek Golf Course in Franklin, Lull told WCDO News about the event:
(Nate Lull 5-21-26)
The cost is $90 per golfer or $360 per team, which includes golf, lunch by The O at 112, free drinks, skins and mulligans. all the details are available at natelull.com. All proceeds to benefit local students who apply for the Nate Lull Scholarship in 2027.
State Police were dispatched to a crash on State Route 41A in the town of Homer. When Troopers arrived, they found a male in an Amazon uniform on the shoulder of the roadway and a white van on its passenger side, off the roadway with live wires on top of the vehicle. 28 year old Abel Negash of Syracuse, had his van exit the roadway, striking a National Grid pole, he sustained a laceration to his hand and was treated by EMT's at the scene. Negash failed a Field Sobriety Test, he was charged with Driving While Intoxicated, his B.A.C was .13%. He was issued appearance tickets to the Homer Town Court on June 16, 2026, and turned over to a sober third party.
A unique live music event will be held Saturday June 6th at the Community Cultural Center in Sidney, Board Member Doug Barnard & Director Amy Williams visited WCDO this morning to talk about the concert:
(Doug Barnard Amy Williams 5-21-26)
More information is available at the Community Cultural Center Facebook page.
New York drivers with peeling, delaminating, or severely damaged license plates can get free replacements from the DMV, provided they accept a new plate number. If drivers prefer to keep their existing plate number, they must pay a $$20 fee. People can request by Email to dmv.sm.peelingplates@dmv.ny.gov (mailto:dmv.sm.peelingplates@dmv.ny.gov), they can request by mail to NYS DMV6 Empire State Plaza, Room 414A Albany, NY 12228 or visit their local DMV office. More information is available at dmv.ny.gov.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced $185 million dollars in EPA funding to protect New York from exposure to lead in drinking water. This funding will go directly to New York State through the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund, that provides low-cost financial assistance to help communities upgrade public water infrastructure, offering subsidized loans and grants to replace aging pipes, treat contaminants, and improve public health.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 5-21-26
47 year old Thomas Grimsley of Oneonta man faces 20 years to life in prison after pleading guilty to predatory sexual assault for assaulting 2 children in Rensselaer County. Grimsley admitted to sexually abusing two children under the age of 11, after the children reported the abuse to State Police, he faces sentencing on July 20.
State Police arrested 40 year old Shawn Kerwin of Windsor for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a Child Passenger Less than 16 (Leandra’s Law). troopers were dispatched early Monday to a vehicle fire on Old Route 17 in the town of Windsor. An investigation revealed that Kerwin got a flat tire but decided to continue driving, he saw sparks coming from the tire area which ultimately caused the vehicle to catch fire. He and his passenger, a teenager, were able to safely get out of the vehicle without any injuries. Kerwin failed Field Sobriety Tests, He was processed then transported to the Broome County Jail for Arraignment.
There will be 2 Oneonta American Red Cross Blood Drives today, one from 10 am. - 3 pm., at Springbrook on State Route 7, another from 1 pm. - 6 pm., at Foothills Performing Arts & Civic Center, 24 Market Street, appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
Registration is now open for the 2026 Nate Lull Scholarship Golf Tournament, on July 5th at Ouleout Creek Golf Course in Franklin, Lull told WCDO News about the event:
(Nate Lull 5-21-26)
The cost is $90 per golfer or $360 per team, which includes golf, lunch by The O at 112, free drinks, skins and mulligans. all the details are available at natelull.com. All proceeds to benefit local students who apply for the Nate Lull Scholarship in 2027.
WCDO News — Thursday 10-23-25
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 10-23-25
State Police are attempting to locate 15 year old Sierra Foley of Sauquoit and 16 year old Paige Roberts of Marcy. Both teens were last seen together on the evening of October 21, 2025, at Sierra’s residence in Oneida County. They are believed to be traveling in an unknown vehicle, Police believe they may be traveling to New York City or Pennsylvania. Paige Roberts is described as 5 feet 2 inches tall, 150 pounds, with blonde hair and blue eyes, wearing gray sweatpants and a gray sweatshirt, Sierra Foley is described as 5 feet 4 inches tall, 110 pounds, with blonde hair and green eyes, wearing red sweatpants and a red sweatshirt. Anyone with information is asked to contact the State Police at 315-366-6000.
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 45 year old Derek Jordan of Milford, 45 year old Keith Blush of Milford & 30 year old Ashley Goble of Milford, on a variety of drug & weapons charges, following an investigation by the Sheriff’s Office and the Otsego County Probation Department. On October 9th, Otsego County probation Officers & Deputies conducted a traffic stop on Derek Jordan, who was taken in to custody on traffic offenses, During a search of Jordan’s residence, Blush and Goble were inside the residence, they were wanted by State Police and the New Hartford Police Departments on warrants. Officers observed a firearm, drugs and drug paraphernalia, Jordan and Blush were processed and turned over to the Otsego County Correctional Facility for arraignment, Goble was issued an Appearance Ticket to the Town of Milford Court, and she was turned over to New Hartford Police Officers. The investigation is on-going and additional charges are pending.
New York Secretary of State Walter Mosley announced the groundbreaking of a $8.3 million boutique hotel in Norwich as part of the City’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative . The Principle Hotel will have 61 rooms and feature a rooftop lounge, restaurant and event room, The 12,000 square-foot property at 14-16 South Broad Street, was once part of the SUNY Morrisville campus. In addition to the hotel, other DRI projects in Norwich include the Rehabilitation of the Unguentine Building, Improve East and West parks: Upgrade the Martin W. Kappel Theater, Enhance the American Avenue Streetscape & Rehabilitate the Heritage Building.
The New York State Department of Health today released a new report showing a continued decline in tobacco use among high school students across the state. The report, shows that 1 in 6 Youth Still Use Tobacco, the lowest since tracking began in 2000. Cigarette smoking remains low, with just over 2% of students reporting current use, E-cigarette use has declined sharply to about 13%, however, Nicotine pouch use is rising, doubling from 1.5% to 3.0% since 2022.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 10-23-25
Governor Kathy Hochul & State Police Superintendent Steven James honored 238 new State Troopers as they graduated Wednesday from the 217th session of the Basic School of the New York State Police Academy. The ceremony was held at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center in Albany. Today’s graduation increases the State Police ranks to approximately 5,110 sworn members, about 60 of the new troopers were assigned to Troop C in Sidney.
On October 16 at 10:48 p.m., Otsego County requested Forest Ranger assistance in the search for a hunter reported missing by his spouse. The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office, Otsego County Emergency Services, Garratsville Fire Department, Laurens Fire Department, New York State Police, and New York State Park Police and staff all joined the search efforts in Gilbert Lake State Park. Otsego County Sheriff’s Deputy’s located the 67-year-old from Remsen deceased in a tree stand. Rangers used a rope system to help extricate the subject and turned them over to the county coroner, the cause of death has not been released.
State Forest Rangers assisted with Vestal Police and emergency crews in the Town of Vestal on October 15th in the search for a 86-year-old Janice Short, who was reported missing the previous afternoon. Short was known to go for walks on Tracy Creek Road. Vestal Police used a drone with heat detection capability and deployed a K9 unit with negative results. Rangers assigned linear searches of the roads and Tracy Creek, a neighbor found Short behind his house calling for help, after she had fallen into a bush, hurt her back, and saw the lights from searchers, but wasn’t strong enough or loud enough for them to hear. Rangers and Vestal Fire Department members carried the subject, she was checked out & was returned to family.
State Police are attempting to locate 15 year old Sierra Foley of Sauquoit and 16 year old Paige Roberts of Marcy. Both teens were last seen together on the evening of October 21, 2025, at Sierra’s residence in Oneida County. They are believed to be traveling in an unknown vehicle, Police believe they may be traveling to New York City or Pennsylvania. Paige Roberts is described as 5 feet 2 inches tall, 150 pounds, with blonde hair and blue eyes, wearing gray sweatpants and a gray sweatshirt, Sierra Foley is described as 5 feet 4 inches tall, 110 pounds, with blonde hair and green eyes, wearing red sweatpants and a red sweatshirt. Anyone with information is asked to contact the State Police at 315-366-6000.
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 45 year old Derek Jordan of Milford, 45 year old Keith Blush of Milford & 30 year old Ashley Goble of Milford, on a variety of drug & weapons charges, following an investigation by the Sheriff’s Office and the Otsego County Probation Department. On October 9th, Otsego County probation Officers & Deputies conducted a traffic stop on Derek Jordan, who was taken in to custody on traffic offenses, During a search of Jordan’s residence, Blush and Goble were inside the residence, they were wanted by State Police and the New Hartford Police Departments on warrants. Officers observed a firearm, drugs and drug paraphernalia, Jordan and Blush were processed and turned over to the Otsego County Correctional Facility for arraignment, Goble was issued an Appearance Ticket to the Town of Milford Court, and she was turned over to New Hartford Police Officers. The investigation is on-going and additional charges are pending.
New York Secretary of State Walter Mosley announced the groundbreaking of a $8.3 million boutique hotel in Norwich as part of the City’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative . The Principle Hotel will have 61 rooms and feature a rooftop lounge, restaurant and event room, The 12,000 square-foot property at 14-16 South Broad Street, was once part of the SUNY Morrisville campus. In addition to the hotel, other DRI projects in Norwich include the Rehabilitation of the Unguentine Building, Improve East and West parks: Upgrade the Martin W. Kappel Theater, Enhance the American Avenue Streetscape & Rehabilitate the Heritage Building.
The New York State Department of Health today released a new report showing a continued decline in tobacco use among high school students across the state. The report, shows that 1 in 6 Youth Still Use Tobacco, the lowest since tracking began in 2000. Cigarette smoking remains low, with just over 2% of students reporting current use, E-cigarette use has declined sharply to about 13%, however, Nicotine pouch use is rising, doubling from 1.5% to 3.0% since 2022.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 10-23-25
Governor Kathy Hochul & State Police Superintendent Steven James honored 238 new State Troopers as they graduated Wednesday from the 217th session of the Basic School of the New York State Police Academy. The ceremony was held at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center in Albany. Today’s graduation increases the State Police ranks to approximately 5,110 sworn members, about 60 of the new troopers were assigned to Troop C in Sidney.
On October 16 at 10:48 p.m., Otsego County requested Forest Ranger assistance in the search for a hunter reported missing by his spouse. The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office, Otsego County Emergency Services, Garratsville Fire Department, Laurens Fire Department, New York State Police, and New York State Park Police and staff all joined the search efforts in Gilbert Lake State Park. Otsego County Sheriff’s Deputy’s located the 67-year-old from Remsen deceased in a tree stand. Rangers used a rope system to help extricate the subject and turned them over to the county coroner, the cause of death has not been released.
State Forest Rangers assisted with Vestal Police and emergency crews in the Town of Vestal on October 15th in the search for a 86-year-old Janice Short, who was reported missing the previous afternoon. Short was known to go for walks on Tracy Creek Road. Vestal Police used a drone with heat detection capability and deployed a K9 unit with negative results. Rangers assigned linear searches of the roads and Tracy Creek, a neighbor found Short behind his house calling for help, after she had fallen into a bush, hurt her back, and saw the lights from searchers, but wasn’t strong enough or loud enough for them to hear. Rangers and Vestal Fire Department members carried the subject, she was checked out & was returned to family.
ALBANYASHLEY GOBLEDEREK JORDANGARRATSVILLE FIRE DEPARTMENTGOVERNOR HOCHULJANICE SHORTKEITH BLUSHLAURENS FIRE DEPARTMENTMARCYMilfordNEW HARTFORD POLICE DEPARTMENTNew YorkNEW YORK SECRETARY OF STATE WALTER MOSLEYNEW YORK STATE POLICE ACADEMYNorwichNYOTSEGO COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICESOTSEGO COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICEPAIGE ROBERTSSAUQUOITSIERRA FOLEYState Health DepartmentSTATE PARK POLICESTATE POLICE SUPERINTENDENT STEVEN JAMESSTATE POLICWEVESTALWCDO
WCDO News — Tuesday 10-21-25
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-21-25
The State Police Academy Graduation, will be held tomorrow in Albany at 11:00 AM at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center. The State Police will recognize 238 new Troopers who have successfully completed the 217th session of the Basic School of the New York State Police Academy. The graduation ceremony will honor the perseverance, professionalism, and dedication of the new Troopers as they join the ranks at Troops across the state.
The United Way of Mid Rural New York, is using the "Alice" initiative, as part of their annual recruitment campaign this year, United Way Executive Director Elizabeth Monaco explains:
(Elizabeth Monaco 10-21-25)
Monaco said that the campaign will run through December 31st, the money raised will stay in each of the 4 local counties that they serve. More information is available at uwmrny.org.
Otsego County Food Banks, Food Pantries or other Not for Profit organizations that assist with food insecurity issues have until this Friday to apply for a Grant to assist their mission, Executive Director Jeff Katz of the Community Foundation of Otsego County Explains:
(Jeff Katz 10-21-25)
More information is available at cfotsego.org.
Commerce Chenango will host their "Breakfast with a Banker" program tomorrow at 8:30 at their new facility at 19 East Main Street in Norwich. More information is available at commercechenango.com.
21 year Skylar Clement was sentenced to 15 years in state prison, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision, for attempted murder and assault, in Otsego County Court Monday. Clement struck a person with his car, at about 40 miles an hour, in July 2024 in the Town of Butternuts, causing serious damage to the victim's leg, Clement left the scene, State Police located him & took him into custody. The incident caused serious damage to the victim’s leg.
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 partners with thousands of local law enforcement agencies nationwide to set up collection sites. The event provides a safe, convenient, and anonymous way for the public to dispose of unused or expired prescription medications. Contact your local law enforcement agencies to see if they are participating this year at DEATakeBack.com
The State Police Academy Graduation, will be held tomorrow in Albany at 11:00 AM at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center. The State Police will recognize 238 new Troopers who have successfully completed the 217th session of the Basic School of the New York State Police Academy. The graduation ceremony will honor the perseverance, professionalism, and dedication of the new Troopers as they join the ranks at Troops across the state.
The United Way of Mid Rural New York, is using the "Alice" initiative, as part of their annual recruitment campaign this year, United Way Executive Director Elizabeth Monaco explains:
(Elizabeth Monaco 10-21-25)
Monaco said that the campaign will run through December 31st, the money raised will stay in each of the 4 local counties that they serve. More information is available at uwmrny.org.
Otsego County Food Banks, Food Pantries or other Not for Profit organizations that assist with food insecurity issues have until this Friday to apply for a Grant to assist their mission, Executive Director Jeff Katz of the Community Foundation of Otsego County Explains:
(Jeff Katz 10-21-25)
More information is available at cfotsego.org.
Commerce Chenango will host their "Breakfast with a Banker" program tomorrow at 8:30 at their new facility at 19 East Main Street in Norwich. More information is available at commercechenango.com.
21 year Skylar Clement was sentenced to 15 years in state prison, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision, for attempted murder and assault, in Otsego County Court Monday. Clement struck a person with his car, at about 40 miles an hour, in July 2024 in the Town of Butternuts, causing serious damage to the victim's leg, Clement left the scene, State Police located him & took him into custody. The incident caused serious damage to the victim’s leg.
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 partners with thousands of local law enforcement agencies nationwide to set up collection sites. The event provides a safe, convenient, and anonymous way for the public to dispose of unused or expired prescription medications. Contact your local law enforcement agencies to see if they are participating this year at DEATakeBack.com
WCDO News — Tuesday 10-7-25
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-7-25
38 year old Taylor Church of Bainbridge appeared in Delaware County Court and pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, On January 3rd, State Police conducted a traffic stop on Church's vehicle, the license plates did not belong on the vehicle, a search uncovered heroin, cocaine a scale & ammunition, Church faces sentencing on October 28th.
25 year old Jacob Brown of Binghamton, pleaded guilty in Broome County Court to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, in exchange for a sentence of 8 years in State Prison, followed by 3 years of post-release supervision. On March 26th, Officers conducted a traffic stop on Bunn Hill Road in the Town of Vestal, During the course of the stop and subsequent investigation with assistance from K9 Coco, officers discovered a quarter pound of methamphetamine concealed beneath a child’s car seat, 3 children were in the vehicle at the time of the stop. Brown admitted to possessing the methamphetamine with intent to sell, officers also seized $1,242 from suspected drug sales, Sentencing is scheduled for January 15th in Broome County Court.
Helios Care will hold a fundraising concert Friday Night beginning at 7:00 PM, at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street in Oneonta, spokesperson Kathryn Dailey told WCDO about the performers donating their time for Helios Care:
(Kathryn Dailey 10-10-25)
The Grand Oneonta Opry Benefit concert will help fund a variety of programs throughout the year, more information is available at helioscare.org.
The Foothills Performing Arts Center will have their annual "Shocktoberfest" Saturday with a variety of activities according to spokesman Geoff Doyle:
(GEOFF DOYLE 10-10-25)
More information about Shocktoberfest & other events is available at foothillspac.org.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-7-25
A Chenango County Grand Jury Indicted Zackery England for criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell (fentanyl), possession of methamphetamine, and criminal possession of a forged instrument. Prosecutors said England also attempted to discard fentanyl by throwing it into bushes during a July 23 incident in Norwich. England will appear in Chenango County Court for arraignment shortly.
The Otsego County Department of Health invites all residents, families, and local partners to join Voices of Otsego: Forum on Community Health Needs and Priorities on Tuesday, October 14th, from 6:00–7:30 PM at Morris Central School. Otsego County Public Health Educator Abigail Mosenthin explains:
(Abigail Mosenthin 10-7-25)
Registration is required by this Friday at otsegocountyny.gov, or by calling (607) 547-4230.
The 2025 New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony at the Empire State Plaza in Albany, will be held today at 11:00 AM to honor 126 firefighters who gave their lives in the line of duty. The Memorial was dedicated and unveiled in 1999, there will be 2,818 names on the wall after the ceremony.
On August 19th, Delaware County Deputies were dispatched to a 2-car accident on State Highway 28 in the Town of Middletown, Deputies concluded that 1 of the drivers, 58 year old Jane Rudy of Pine Hill was intoxicated, at the completion of the toxicology results, Deputies arrested Rudy for DWI, Aggravated DWI with a BAC of more than .18%, Failure to Keep Right, among other charges, Rudy was released on appearance tickets for Town of Middletown Court.
Delaware County Public Health will hold a free rabies clinic for dogs, cats & domesticated ferrets today, from 5:30PM-7:30PM at the DPW garage at 1 Village Street in Deposit. Pre-registration or more information is available at 607-832-5200.
38 year old Taylor Church of Bainbridge appeared in Delaware County Court and pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, On January 3rd, State Police conducted a traffic stop on Church's vehicle, the license plates did not belong on the vehicle, a search uncovered heroin, cocaine a scale & ammunition, Church faces sentencing on October 28th.
25 year old Jacob Brown of Binghamton, pleaded guilty in Broome County Court to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, in exchange for a sentence of 8 years in State Prison, followed by 3 years of post-release supervision. On March 26th, Officers conducted a traffic stop on Bunn Hill Road in the Town of Vestal, During the course of the stop and subsequent investigation with assistance from K9 Coco, officers discovered a quarter pound of methamphetamine concealed beneath a child’s car seat, 3 children were in the vehicle at the time of the stop. Brown admitted to possessing the methamphetamine with intent to sell, officers also seized $1,242 from suspected drug sales, Sentencing is scheduled for January 15th in Broome County Court.
Helios Care will hold a fundraising concert Friday Night beginning at 7:00 PM, at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street in Oneonta, spokesperson Kathryn Dailey told WCDO about the performers donating their time for Helios Care:
(Kathryn Dailey 10-10-25)
The Grand Oneonta Opry Benefit concert will help fund a variety of programs throughout the year, more information is available at helioscare.org.
The Foothills Performing Arts Center will have their annual "Shocktoberfest" Saturday with a variety of activities according to spokesman Geoff Doyle:
(GEOFF DOYLE 10-10-25)
More information about Shocktoberfest & other events is available at foothillspac.org.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-7-25
A Chenango County Grand Jury Indicted Zackery England for criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell (fentanyl), possession of methamphetamine, and criminal possession of a forged instrument. Prosecutors said England also attempted to discard fentanyl by throwing it into bushes during a July 23 incident in Norwich. England will appear in Chenango County Court for arraignment shortly.
The Otsego County Department of Health invites all residents, families, and local partners to join Voices of Otsego: Forum on Community Health Needs and Priorities on Tuesday, October 14th, from 6:00–7:30 PM at Morris Central School. Otsego County Public Health Educator Abigail Mosenthin explains:
(Abigail Mosenthin 10-7-25)
Registration is required by this Friday at otsegocountyny.gov, or by calling (607) 547-4230.
The 2025 New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony at the Empire State Plaza in Albany, will be held today at 11:00 AM to honor 126 firefighters who gave their lives in the line of duty. The Memorial was dedicated and unveiled in 1999, there will be 2,818 names on the wall after the ceremony.
On August 19th, Delaware County Deputies were dispatched to a 2-car accident on State Highway 28 in the Town of Middletown, Deputies concluded that 1 of the drivers, 58 year old Jane Rudy of Pine Hill was intoxicated, at the completion of the toxicology results, Deputies arrested Rudy for DWI, Aggravated DWI with a BAC of more than .18%, Failure to Keep Right, among other charges, Rudy was released on appearance tickets for Town of Middletown Court.
Delaware County Public Health will hold a free rabies clinic for dogs, cats & domesticated ferrets today, from 5:30PM-7:30PM at the DPW garage at 1 Village Street in Deposit. Pre-registration or more information is available at 607-832-5200.
WCDO News — Thursday 2-6-25
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 2-6-25
36 year old Cody Bush of Binghamton was sentenced as a second time felony offender in Broome County Court today to 6 years in State Prison followed by 3 years of post-release supervision for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Bush was recently pulled over by the Binghamton Police, Bush was found to be in possession of methamphetamine, fentanyl, packaging materials, and a digital scale, he admitted to possessing with the intent to sell.
New York State Department of Health’s computer system improperly paid $16.2 million in Medicaid claims during a 6-month period that started in October 2023, according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Overall, the audit found 370 million claims were processed between October 2023 through March 2024, totaling nearly $49.6 billion.
The Norwich Police Department announced a joint venture with the Norwich City School District and the Vestal Police Department, Vestal Police Department has invited the Norwich Police Department School Resource Officer, Nicholas Mooney, to bring up to 20 High School Students to attend the Youth Police Academy, which is a 2 week venture that runs from July 14th through July 25th. Students will take part in physical training and lectures to include SWAT Team tactics, Bomb Disposal, EMS/Fire Support, K9 Demonstrations and Crime Scene Scenarios. The Norwich City School District will provide daily transportation for the students, those who are interested should email Officer Mooney at nmooney@norwichpd.org and ask for an application. There is no fee for this event.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will continue with their "EmpowHER" series on Friday, March 7, starting at 10:00 am at the Stonewall at the Meredith Inn. Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:
(Ray Pucci 2-6-25)
Pucci said that the session, will be led by John Mancuso of Authentic Communication Matters, The cost is only $25 per person and includes all program material and brunch. The Chamber’s EmpowHER series is sponsored by The Women Fund of the Community Foundation of South Central New York. Registration is requested by March 1st under the Events and Programs tab at DelawareCounty.org.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 2-6-25
The 216th New York State Police Academy Graduation, will be held today at 11:00 AM at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center, in Albany. 176 new Troopers will be honored for completing the 216th session of the Basic School of the State Police Academy, the new Troopers will be assigned to their new troops and will report for duty to begin their career with the State Police.
The Binghamton Rumble Ponies announced that Manager Reid Brignac returns for a fourth season at the helm of the New York Mets Double A team. Among his coaching staff is former Big leaguer Mariano Duncan, The Rumble Ponies open the 2025 season on the road against the New Hampshire Fisher Cats on Friday, April 4th, The Ponies' home opener is on Tuesday, April 8th against the Hartford Yard Goats. Season and individual game tickets are on sale at the Box Office at Mirabito Stadium, on the phone at (607)-722-FUNN, or online at bingrp.com.
36 year old Cody Bush of Binghamton was sentenced as a second time felony offender in Broome County Court today to 6 years in State Prison followed by 3 years of post-release supervision for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Bush was recently pulled over by the Binghamton Police, Bush was found to be in possession of methamphetamine, fentanyl, packaging materials, and a digital scale, he admitted to possessing with the intent to sell.
New York State Department of Health’s computer system improperly paid $16.2 million in Medicaid claims during a 6-month period that started in October 2023, according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Overall, the audit found 370 million claims were processed between October 2023 through March 2024, totaling nearly $49.6 billion.
The Norwich Police Department announced a joint venture with the Norwich City School District and the Vestal Police Department, Vestal Police Department has invited the Norwich Police Department School Resource Officer, Nicholas Mooney, to bring up to 20 High School Students to attend the Youth Police Academy, which is a 2 week venture that runs from July 14th through July 25th. Students will take part in physical training and lectures to include SWAT Team tactics, Bomb Disposal, EMS/Fire Support, K9 Demonstrations and Crime Scene Scenarios. The Norwich City School District will provide daily transportation for the students, those who are interested should email Officer Mooney at nmooney@norwichpd.org and ask for an application. There is no fee for this event.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will continue with their "EmpowHER" series on Friday, March 7, starting at 10:00 am at the Stonewall at the Meredith Inn. Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:
(Ray Pucci 2-6-25)
Pucci said that the session, will be led by John Mancuso of Authentic Communication Matters, The cost is only $25 per person and includes all program material and brunch. The Chamber’s EmpowHER series is sponsored by The Women Fund of the Community Foundation of South Central New York. Registration is requested by March 1st under the Events and Programs tab at DelawareCounty.org.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 2-6-25
The 216th New York State Police Academy Graduation, will be held today at 11:00 AM at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center, in Albany. 176 new Troopers will be honored for completing the 216th session of the Basic School of the State Police Academy, the new Troopers will be assigned to their new troops and will report for duty to begin their career with the State Police.
The Binghamton Rumble Ponies announced that Manager Reid Brignac returns for a fourth season at the helm of the New York Mets Double A team. Among his coaching staff is former Big leaguer Mariano Duncan, The Rumble Ponies open the 2025 season on the road against the New Hampshire Fisher Cats on Friday, April 4th, The Ponies' home opener is on Tuesday, April 8th against the Hartford Yard Goats. Season and individual game tickets are on sale at the Box Office at Mirabito Stadium, on the phone at (607)-722-FUNN, or online at bingrp.com.
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WCDO News — Wednesday 2-5-25
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-5-25
A wintry mix of precipitation will hit the region tomorrow, meteorologist Rich Townsend explains:
(Rich Townsend 2-25-25)
A Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect tomorrow, we'll have the complete WCDO forecast following the news cast.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today discussed the impact that President Trump’s hiring freeze for federal workers will have on Americans receiving Social Security, Medicare benefits, or veterans’ benefits.
(Gillibrand 2-5-25)
Last year, the number of Social Security Administration employees, who process Social Security applications, hit a 27-year low; Trump’s hiring freeze risks increasing application processing times, wait times for appointments, and hold times for phone calls. 86% of Veterans Health Administration facilities reported severe shortages for medical officers, and 82% reported similar shortages for nurses.
Walton Fire and EMS Responded Tuesday Night at about 7:00 PM to a tractor trailer rollover approximately 2 miles North of the Village on State Highway 10. A fully loaded milk tanker carrying 38,000 pounds of milk had collided with guardrails and rolled onto its side, a NYSEG pole was broken and live wires were on the ground initially preventing responders from getting to the incident and driver. NYSEG responded and cleared the lives wires allowing safe access to the scene. The driver extricated himself from the cab of the truck through a window with assistance from a nearby homeowner, he was assessed by Walton EMS and transported to Delaware Valley Hospital for treatment of minor injuries. Traffic on State Highway 10 was diverted while the scene was cleared, the State DOT, DEC spill response, Delaware County Sheriffs Office and Delhi Fire Department assisted, the road reopened to all traffic and All units were back in service at 11:45 pm
The 216th New York State Police Academy Graduation, will be held tomorrow at 11:00 AM at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center, in Albany. 176 new Troopers will be honored for completing the 216th session of the Basic School of the State Police Academy, the new Troopers will be assigned to their new troops and will report for duty to begin their career with the State Police.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-5-25
The State Legislature in back at session working on legislation & the state budget proposal. Local Assemblyman Joe Angelino told WCDO News what committee assignments he has this session:
(Joe Angelino 2-5-25)
Angelino said that the assignments are the same as last year, the first 2 he mentioned do not forward legislation, but Police the legislature, Angelino of course spent 30 years with the Norwich police Department, rising to chief, before retiring & running for the State Assembly.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held in Oneonta today at the AO FOX HOSPITAL a 1 Norton Avenue, from 12:00 NOON TO 5:30PM. Appointments can be made with the blood donor app, at redcrossblood.org, or 1-800-redcross.
A wintry mix of precipitation will hit the region tomorrow, meteorologist Rich Townsend explains:
(Rich Townsend 2-25-25)
A Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect tomorrow, we'll have the complete WCDO forecast following the news cast.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today discussed the impact that President Trump’s hiring freeze for federal workers will have on Americans receiving Social Security, Medicare benefits, or veterans’ benefits.
(Gillibrand 2-5-25)
Last year, the number of Social Security Administration employees, who process Social Security applications, hit a 27-year low; Trump’s hiring freeze risks increasing application processing times, wait times for appointments, and hold times for phone calls. 86% of Veterans Health Administration facilities reported severe shortages for medical officers, and 82% reported similar shortages for nurses.
Walton Fire and EMS Responded Tuesday Night at about 7:00 PM to a tractor trailer rollover approximately 2 miles North of the Village on State Highway 10. A fully loaded milk tanker carrying 38,000 pounds of milk had collided with guardrails and rolled onto its side, a NYSEG pole was broken and live wires were on the ground initially preventing responders from getting to the incident and driver. NYSEG responded and cleared the lives wires allowing safe access to the scene. The driver extricated himself from the cab of the truck through a window with assistance from a nearby homeowner, he was assessed by Walton EMS and transported to Delaware Valley Hospital for treatment of minor injuries. Traffic on State Highway 10 was diverted while the scene was cleared, the State DOT, DEC spill response, Delaware County Sheriffs Office and Delhi Fire Department assisted, the road reopened to all traffic and All units were back in service at 11:45 pm
The 216th New York State Police Academy Graduation, will be held tomorrow at 11:00 AM at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center, in Albany. 176 new Troopers will be honored for completing the 216th session of the Basic School of the State Police Academy, the new Troopers will be assigned to their new troops and will report for duty to begin their career with the State Police.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-5-25
The State Legislature in back at session working on legislation & the state budget proposal. Local Assemblyman Joe Angelino told WCDO News what committee assignments he has this session:
(Joe Angelino 2-5-25)
Angelino said that the assignments are the same as last year, the first 2 he mentioned do not forward legislation, but Police the legislature, Angelino of course spent 30 years with the Norwich police Department, rising to chief, before retiring & running for the State Assembly.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held in Oneonta today at the AO FOX HOSPITAL a 1 Norton Avenue, from 12:00 NOON TO 5:30PM. Appointments can be made with the blood donor app, at redcrossblood.org, or 1-800-redcross.
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.
WCDO News — Monday 1-6-25
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-6-25
Broome County Sheriff's Office arrested 21 year old Matthew Bartosik of Conklin for 2nd degree Murder, Attempted Murder, Criminal Use of a Firearm, Criminal Possession of a Weapon & Criminal Contempt, following an investigation into a fatal shooting at 58 Leslie Avenue in Conklin Friday morning. Sheriff Fred Akshar held a Press Conference this afternoon with updates on the case:
(Sheriff Akshar 1-6-24)
Sheriff Akshar said that Deputies had been to the residence several times since Early December for a variety of family disputes, Bartosik was arraigned Friday and was remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility.
The State DEC updated drought conditions across the state, returning all 62 New York counties to “Normal” status, after assessing recent precipitation and elevated levels of ground and surface water. While statewide conditions have improved, localized dry conditions may persist, New Yorkers are urged to continue reducing unnecessary water use and waste, by fixing leaks, and choosing efficient water fixtures.
After 3 previous attempts, Governor Kathy Hochul signed a New York State Real Property Tax Law amendment that would provide a tax break to individuals building residential property on vacant lots in the City of Norwich, City of Norwich Mayor Brian Doliver told WCDO news about the law:
(Mayor Brian Doliver 1-6-24)
Mayor Dolliver said that Norwich, like so many communities, has a shortage of homes, and they would like to turn vacant lots into new homes to increase the population of the city & increase tax revenue as well.
Delaware County District Attorney Shawn Smith announced that the 40 year old Dorothy West of Arkville pleaded guilty to Driving a Motor Vehicle While Ability Impaired by Drugs, she was sentenced to a one-year conditional discharge, she is also required to attend an Impaired Driver Program, and her license is revoked for at least 6 months. On March 17th, 2024, State Police responded to a welfare check at the Dollar General in Margaretville, with a driver asleep in a car. West failed testing at the scene & was found to be impaired by drugs.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-6-25
New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services’ Office of Counter Terrorism in partnership with State Police, conducted training exercises at more than 900 locations statewide in 2024 to increase public vigilance and reporting of suspicious activity. This included assessing more than 200 infrastructure locations, Counterterrorism experts from more than 80 law enforcement agencies completed exercises assessing the ability of businesses to recognize and report suspicious activity, Public Should Report Suspicious Activity to Law Enforcement at 1-866-SAFE-NYS (1-866-723-3697)
Governor Hochul, will deliver the annual STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS on Tuesday, January 14, at 1:00 PM at the Hart Theater at The Egg in the Empire State Plaza in Albany. The 2025 State of the State Address will be addressed to a joint session of the Legislature.
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 32 year old Salvatore DeCarlo of Unadilla on a variety of charges following the investigation of a motor vehicle accident on State Highway 7 in the Town of Unadilla. DeCarlo was charged with DWI, Driving with a BAC of .08 of higher, failure to keep right among several other charges, he was released on with an appearance ticket for Town of Unadilla Court at a later date.
Broome County Sheriff's Office arrested 21 year old Matthew Bartosik of Conklin for 2nd degree Murder, Attempted Murder, Criminal Use of a Firearm, Criminal Possession of a Weapon & Criminal Contempt, following an investigation into a fatal shooting at 58 Leslie Avenue in Conklin Friday morning. Sheriff Fred Akshar held a Press Conference this afternoon with updates on the case:
(Sheriff Akshar 1-6-24)
Sheriff Akshar said that Deputies had been to the residence several times since Early December for a variety of family disputes, Bartosik was arraigned Friday and was remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility.
The State DEC updated drought conditions across the state, returning all 62 New York counties to “Normal” status, after assessing recent precipitation and elevated levels of ground and surface water. While statewide conditions have improved, localized dry conditions may persist, New Yorkers are urged to continue reducing unnecessary water use and waste, by fixing leaks, and choosing efficient water fixtures.
After 3 previous attempts, Governor Kathy Hochul signed a New York State Real Property Tax Law amendment that would provide a tax break to individuals building residential property on vacant lots in the City of Norwich, City of Norwich Mayor Brian Doliver told WCDO news about the law:
(Mayor Brian Doliver 1-6-24)
Mayor Dolliver said that Norwich, like so many communities, has a shortage of homes, and they would like to turn vacant lots into new homes to increase the population of the city & increase tax revenue as well.
Delaware County District Attorney Shawn Smith announced that the 40 year old Dorothy West of Arkville pleaded guilty to Driving a Motor Vehicle While Ability Impaired by Drugs, she was sentenced to a one-year conditional discharge, she is also required to attend an Impaired Driver Program, and her license is revoked for at least 6 months. On March 17th, 2024, State Police responded to a welfare check at the Dollar General in Margaretville, with a driver asleep in a car. West failed testing at the scene & was found to be impaired by drugs.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-6-25
New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services’ Office of Counter Terrorism in partnership with State Police, conducted training exercises at more than 900 locations statewide in 2024 to increase public vigilance and reporting of suspicious activity. This included assessing more than 200 infrastructure locations, Counterterrorism experts from more than 80 law enforcement agencies completed exercises assessing the ability of businesses to recognize and report suspicious activity, Public Should Report Suspicious Activity to Law Enforcement at 1-866-SAFE-NYS (1-866-723-3697)
Governor Hochul, will deliver the annual STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS on Tuesday, January 14, at 1:00 PM at the Hart Theater at The Egg in the Empire State Plaza in Albany. The 2025 State of the State Address will be addressed to a joint session of the Legislature.
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 32 year old Salvatore DeCarlo of Unadilla on a variety of charges following the investigation of a motor vehicle accident on State Highway 7 in the Town of Unadilla. DeCarlo was charged with DWI, Driving with a BAC of .08 of higher, failure to keep right among several other charges, he was released on with an appearance ticket for Town of Unadilla Court at a later date.
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