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State Police Superintendent Steven James announced the Annual Trooper Awards, for bravery & service to New Yorkers. The Brummer Award, which is the Highest Award for Heroism, went to Trooper Thomas Stiehler of Troop G, who on July 4th 2025, responded to a shooting involving a teenage male and a structure fire one block from the Plaza, he entered the burning building to ensure all occupants had evacuated. He then entered the adjoining smoke filled residence, and removed a disabled woman, carrying her down several flights of stairs to safety. Locally, Trooper Timothy Murray at Troop C, who also volunteers as a firefighter and EMT with the Delhi Fire Department, responded to a fatal motor vehicle accident and provided life-saving care to a severely injured fellow trooper. State Police participated in the 1st National Top Trooper Competition in Texas, Sergeant Nicholas Trentanelli and Trooper Lindsey Rumenapp of Troop C, were both selected to participate following a statewide tryout process.

The collaboration between the Tri County Senior Center & The Delaware Valley Humane Society has resulted in a cookbook for sale, to raise money for the Shelter, Carol Allen of Tri County Senior Center & Erin Insinga of the Humane Society told WCDO News how the plan started:

(Carol Allen Erin Insinga 5-6-26)

The Cookbook was turned into a book by USA Custom Pad of Sidney & is available at the Senior Center and the Delaware Valley Humane Society.

The Appalachian Regional Commission Area Development Grant opportunity for 2027 funding is now open, offering funding opportunities for non-profits, educational institutions, economic development agencies and municipalities to strengthen communities, expand workforce capacity & plan reconstruction projects. Theapplication deadline is June 15th, at southerntier8.org/how-to-apply.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-6-26

The Broome County Department of Public Works announced that a culvert replacement will be taking place along Old Route 17 in the Town of Sanford starting next week, the road will be closed from May 11th through August 14th, motorists will need to seek alternative routes, Detour routes will be posted for motorists to follow.

The Intensive Crisis Stabilization Center is now open and it will be one of only 12 such centers in New York State, they provide on-site care for people experiencing mental health or substance use crises, offering stabilization services for up to 24 hours. The center is for residents in the Mohawk Valley area counties, including Otsego County.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-24-26

Norwich Police Department arrested Todd Talbot of Norwich, for Endangering the Welfare of a Vulnerable Adult, Sexual Abuse, and Forcible Touching. Talbot allegedly subjected the victim to unwanted sexual contact, he was located by and taken into custody without incident. Talbot was arraigned in Norwich City Court and remanded to the custody of the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office on cash bail. He is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

The Tri County Senior Center & the Delaware Valley Humane Society have teamed up for a new fundraiser for the shelter, Carol Allen of the Tri County Seniors & Erin Insinga of the Humane Society visited WCO to explain the effort:

(Carol Allen-Erin Insinga 4-24-26)

The Cookbooks should be available shortly, more information is available at the Tri County Senior Center's Facebook Page.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-24-26

The DEA National Drug Take-back Day will be this Saturday, where people can bring old expired medicines to their local collection site, from 10 am. to 2 pm. This is free and anonymous, they can not accept LIQUIDS, INHALERS, OINTMENTS, THERMOMETERS, NEEDLES OR AEROSOLS. Check for a local collection site at DEATakeBack.com.

The Delaware Valley Humane Society's Shelter Saviors fundraising efforts brought in a lot of money for the shelter recently, Shelter Director Erin Insinga told WCDO news how much was raised:

(ERIN Insinga 2-18-26)

The Shelter Saviors who matched the December donations were Alpine Roofing, Island Premium Printing, Forno Enterprises, McDowell & Walker, Lambrecht Auction, Oneonta Fence, Roasted Coffee House, & Deer-run Collectibles.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 12-15-25

Sidney Police Department responded Friday Afternoon to a report of a male subject pointing a firearm at a female at the Circle Drive Apartment Complex. Officers arrested 21 year old Connor Steidle of South Carolina, a search of the residence resulted in the discovery of a large quantity of cocaine and 2 firearms, including a handgun. Steidle was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Sell, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Reckless Endangerment, Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, & 3 counts of Menacing. Steidle was transported to Delaware County Central Arraignment, where he was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $25,000 bail. Sidney Police Department was assisted by State Police with this arrest.

State Police announced today that they are taking extra actions to ensure public safety during the Holiday Season, following the weekend attack of Jewish People in Australia on the 1st day of Hanukkah. State Police will maintain a presence at religious institutions, public gatherings, shopping malls and other venues, in order to deter criminal activity & be ready with a rapid response should an concern arise. If New Yorkers see suspicious activity, call the State Terrorism hotline at 1-866-safe-nys.

The Recent "Pawstruck" Fundraiser at Awestruck Ciders of Sidney, raised a substantial amount of money for the Delaware Valley Humane Society, WCDO's Grace Benkovitz  & Society Director Erin Insinga told WCDO how much was raised:

(Grace Erin 12-15-25)

Shelter Saviors donation matching program funded by local businesses: Alpine Roofing, Island Premium Printing, Lambrecht Auction, Inc., Oneonta Fence, McDowell & Walker, Roasted Coffee House, Deer run Collectibles and Forno Enterprise.

The “Pawstruck” fundraiser for Delaware Valley Humane Society will be this Sunday at Awestruck Ciders in the Sidney Industrial Park, with a variety of activities to raise money, Erin Insinga of the Humane Society comments:

(Erin Insinga 12-5-25)

Also, a new fundraising program has been instituted called “Shelter Saviors” where 6 area businesses will match donations for the shelter in December & that will include this Sunday’s Pawstruck fundraiser.

The Delaware Valley Humane Society is teaming up with Forged Brewery this Saturday, from 12-6 at the Brewery called "STOUTS, ALES AND PUPPY DOG TAILS". Mike Andres of Forged Brewery & Erin Insinga from the Humane Society visited with WCDO this morning to explain the fundraiser & the special concoction for the event:

(Mike Andres-Erin Insinga 8-21-25)

There will also be live music, food trucks, Santa photos, raffle baskets this Saturday at Forged Brewery, 1732 State Highway 41.

The Delaware Valley Humane Society is looking for donations of various supplies for the shelter & their animals, Director Erin Insinga explains:

(Erin Insinga 6-23-25)

More information is available by calling 607-563-7780.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-23-25

Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency in 32 New York counties after severe thunderstorms resulted in 3 deaths and thousands of power outages across parts of the state, and due to the forecast of extreme heat expected to last through Wednesday. The National Weather Service has confirmed a tornado touched down early Sunday morning in Clark Mills, 3 people were killed from the Storms, The state of emergency exists in Broome, Chenango, Delaware & Otsego Counties locally.

The May heavy metal haul out by Waste Recovery Enterprises in Sidney was another success, as Waste Recovery donated the money they received for the collected scrap metal, and gave a check to Erin Insinga at Delaware Valley Humane Society, live on WCDO this morning:

(Sean LaRose, Erin Insinga 6-5-25)

The Heavy Metal haul Out is held twice a year now, the money goes for upgrades or needs for the animals at the Humane Society, more information about adopting animals is available at (607) 563-7780.

State Police & Norwich Police arrested 62 year old Martin Lewicki of Norwich, for criminal possession of stolen property & tampering with physical evidence Lewicki is accused of stealing items from area retail stores & attempting to sell the merchandise online. Lewicki was arraigned in City of Norwich Court and was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility without bail, the investigation is continuing & more charges may be filed.

51 year old Antoine Loup of Endicott was sentenced to 25 years to life, for 2nd degree Murder & Tampering with Physical Evidence. On July 8, 2023, Loup pulled up at 4 Filmore Avenue in Endicott where Aaron LeGare, and others were playing cards, LaGare approached Loup’s vehicle, an argument ensued & Loup shot LaGare in the chest & fled the scene.

28 year old Erin Hubbell of Margaretville, appeared in Delaware County Court this week & she pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Hubbell admitted to possessing over 500 milligrams of cocaine on January 8th in the Town of Roxbury, she faces up to 2 ½ years in state prison, Sentencing is set for June 17th.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-18-25

62 year old William Evans of the Bronx appeared in Delaware County Court this week & was sentenced to state prison for Possession of a Forged Instrument. On December 26, 2023, State Police were dispatched to a Delaware County bank, where 2 individuals had attempted to cash washed checks using a stolen identity, multiple attempts to use the stolen identity to cash checks had been made at other banks, security footage determined that 1 of the suspects was Evans. Last September, a Delaware County Grand Jury indicted Evans, he pleaded guilty to the Forged Instrument charge, he will serve 1 to 3 years in prison.

28 year old Erin Hubbell of Margaretville pleaded guilty to violating the terms and conditions of her conditional discharge, she was sentenced to the maximum sentence of 364 days in the Delaware County Jail. On March 17, 2024, Erin Hubbell, & 3 other individuals, were arrested after a traffic stop of their vehicle and a search uncovered fentanyl, she pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, as part of her plea bargain she agreed to seek help for drug addiction and refrain from further violations, however, Hubbell was stopped by State Police On January 8th, a search of the vehicle led to the discovery of Cocaine, methamphetamine, heroin & other narcotics, she was arrested & still faces unrelated felony drug charges. The Delaware County District Attorney’s Office filed a request to declare her delinquent on the terms of her conditional discharge, leading to the latest sentence.

Delaware County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division responded to a Davenport residence last month on a tip that children were living in unsafe conditions. 42-year old Robert Olsen and 43-year old Erin Olsen of Davenport subjected 2 juveniles to hazardous and unsafe living conditions that were injurious to the mental and physical welfare of the juveniles. Delaware County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division arrested the Olsen's for Endangering the Welfare of a Child, they were later released on the summons directing them to reappear at the Town of Kortright Court at a later date.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-18-24

Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 37 year old Tyrell Adams of Pittsfield on a number of charged following an investigation. Adams was charged with 3 counts of Sexual Abuse, Forcible Touching, 3 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Animal Cruelty & Criminal Contempt. Investigation revealed that over the course of several years, Adams allegedly subjected minors to persistent sexual abuse, Additionally he is accused of killing a family pet near children. Otsego County Family Court issued an order of protection against Adams prohibiting contact with multiple protected parties, he then sent Facebook messages to one of the protected parties. Adams was sent to the Otsego County Correctional Facility for arraignment.

A fundraiser for the Delaware Valley Humane Society will be held at Awestruck Cider in Sidney Sunday, Erin Insinga from the Humane Society explains:

(Erin Insinga 10-18-24)

The "Pints for Paws" event will run from 11 to 5 on Sunday at Awestruck in the Sidney Industrial Park.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 10-14-24

Delaware Valley Humane Society will be benefiting from 2 events coming up this month, the first will be the annual "Pawestruck" event this Sunday at Awestruck Ciders at the Sidney Industrial Park, Society Director Erin Insinga explains:

(Erin Insinga 10-14-24)

Also, on Saturday October 26th, Anielle "AK" McEwan Lomnicki has organized a Halloween Dog Costume Contest in Downtown Sidney, she told WCDO News about her event:

(AK 10-14-24)

Both events will have food available, a portion of the proceeds from each event will benefit the Delaware Valley Humane Society, more information about animals up for adoption can be obtained by calling (607) 563-7780.

The Delaware Valley Humane Society will be holding their "PAWSTRUCK" fundraiser at Awestruck at 8 Winkler Road in Sidney on Sunday October 20th, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga told WCDO about the event:

(Erin Insinga 10-9-24)

More information about this & other fundraiser to benefit the Delaware Valley Humane Society can be found on their Facebook page.

Delaware Valley Humane Society is looking for supplies to assist in the caring of cats & dogs while they was waiting to be adopted into their forever homes, Shelter Director Erin Insinga recently visited WCDO to discuss what they are looking for:

(Erin Insinga 7-15-24)

More information about donations, adoptions, procedures & upcoming fundraiser are available by calling 607-563-7780 or by going to the Facebook page.

42 year old Thomas Mould of Stamford was indicted for Criminal Sexual Act, Forcible Touching and Endangering the Welfare of a Child by the Delaware County Grand Jury on June 27th. Mould is accused of engaging in sexual conduct with a victim less than 17 years old in Stamford on June 22nd, Forcible Touched the intimate parts of another person, and he did knowingly act in a manner likely to be injurious to the physical mental or moral welfare of a child. Mould faces the potential of being sentenced to life in prison if he is convicted and sentenced as a persistent felony offender.

People waited in line Saturday on main Street in Oneonta to purchase tattoos, with the money going to the Delaware Valley Humane Society, Shelter Director Erin Insinga said that the response & the donation was overwhelming:

(Erin Insinga 7-2-24)

Insinga said that there are 2 more fundraisers this Saturday July 6th, one is a Bake Sale for All Animals Matter from 9:00 Am to 3:00 PM at Tractor Supply in Sidney & the other a a bottle & Can Drive for the Delaware Valley Humane Society, where people can drop off bottle & cans Saturday at the Shelter in Sidney from 9:00 Am to 2:00 PM, local pick ups can be arranged by calling the shelter at 607-563-7780 or by messaging them on their Facebook page, the recyclables will be hauled away by Krazy

8 Redemption.

On Sunday, people can get tattoos at 193 Main Street in Oneonta & raise money for the Delaware Valley Humane Society, Shelter Director Erin Insinga explains:

(Erin Insinga 6-21-24)

More information is available at the Humane Society Facebook page, or by calling 432-0280.

59 year old Dolores Barse of Sidney was indicted by the Delaware County Grand Jury for Welfare Fraud & Offering a false Instrument for Filing, for allegedly obtaining $14,203.00 dollars that she was not entitled to, and for providing a false information about her income with the Delaware County Department of Social Services in an effort to obtain public assistance benefits she was not entitled to. Barse was arraigned Thursday and was released & she was ordered to appear for a court conference on July 8th.

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 6-20-24

Our 4th Annual Heavy Metal Haul Out Fundraiser for the Delaware Valley Humane Society, with Waste Recovery Enterprises was successful for the month of May, raising a substantial amount for the shelter, Director Erin Insinga explains:

(Erin Insinga 6-20-24)

Insinga said that the plan is to have the Heavy Metal Haul out Twice a Year, people can haul out their scrap metal again in September. A fundraising Barbecue will be held at the Delaware Valley Humane Society site Friday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

The Heavy Metal Haul-Out Fundraiser by Waste Recovery Enterprises of Sidney, for the Delaware Valley Humane Society has been extended beyond today's initial deadline, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga explains:

(Erin Insinga 5-31-24)

So far, 4 bins of scrap metal have been turned in this month, people can bring their unwanted metal to the bin at Valley View Road in Sidney until that last bin is full, Sean LaRose will present the donation check to Delaware Valley Humane Society in the near future.

There is still time in the month of May to drop off metal to Waste Recovery Enterprises in Sidney, which in turns helps out the Delaware Valley Humane Society, according to Director Erin Insinga:

(Erin Insinga 5-15-24)

The fundraiser runs through May 31st, over the past few years it has raised about $8,000 for the Humane Society.

Broome County Sheriff’s Office was awarded a grant totaling $834,118 from the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services. The majority of the funding will be utilized to purchase a county-wide License Plate Reader network, to help in identifying and locating wanted criminals and fugitives entering the community, as well as helping locate stolen vehicles and vehicles involved in ongoing investigations. Some of the funding will also go toward purchasing a new Digital Forensic Computer and provide tablet and smartboard training technology for the Broome County Law Enforcement Academy.

Waste Recovery Enterprises has teamed up again with the Delaware Valley Humane Society in the month of May for the “Heavy Metal Haul-Out”, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga explains:

(Erin Insinga 4-12-24)

The event runs thought the entire month of May, the previous events have resulted in about $8,000 for the Humane Society.

Waste Recovery Enterprises has teamed up again with the Delaware Valley Humane Society in the month of May for the "Heavy Metal Haul-Out", Humane Society Director Erin Insinga explains:

(Erin Insinga 4-12-24)

The event runs thought the entire month of May, the previous events have resulted in about $8,000 for the Humane Society.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-20-24

Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 4 individuals on drug charges. Deputies were assisted by the Delhi Police, Deputies located a quantity of Fentanyl and drug paraphernalia within the vehicle and on the persons inside the vehicle. Arrested were 25-year-old Sean Gillespie of Delhi, 27-year-old Marissa Peck of Andes, 32-year-old Shaun Carman of Delhi & 27-year-old Erin Hubbell of Margaretville, All 4 were transported to the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office to await Centralized Processing Arraignment.

Our Krazy 8 Redemption LLC of South New Berlin will be helping with the “March Madness” fundraiser for the Delaware Valley Humane Society this Saturday in Sidney, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga comments:

(Erin Insinga 3-13-24)

The fundraiser will run through the end of March, more information is available on the Delaware Valley Humane Society or Our Krazy 8 Redemption center Facebook pages.

Our Krazy 8 Redemption LLC of South New Berlin will be helping with the "March Madness" fundraiser for the Delaware Valley Humane Society this Saturday in Sidney, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga comments:

(Erin Insinga 3-13-24)

Christina Dewey of Our Krazy 8 Redemption told WCDO News that they are happy to help out this & other shelters in the region:

(Christina Dewey 3-13-24)

The fundraiser will run through the end of March, more information is available on the Delaware Valley Humane Society or Krazy 8 Redemption center Facebook pages.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-27-23

State Police and local law enforcement will be out in force through Halloween in order to crack down on impaired and reckless driving. The enforcement period begins today and runs through Tuesday, October 31st, the annual effort is funded by the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee.

The Heavy Metal Haul Out for the Delaware Valley Humane Society & conducted by Waste Recovery Enterprises, brought in a substantial amount of money for the Shelter, directer Erin Insinga told WCDO news how much was raised:

(Erin Insinga 10-27-23)

Insinga said that the money raised will go for the normal operation of the shelter, they hope to do the haul out for the 5th time next year with Waste Recovery Enterprises.

The 49th Festival of Bands will be held at the Norwich High School Football Field tomorrow with 8 field bands performing at the combination performance & fundraiser, Spokesman Paul Musk explains:

(Paul Musk 9-28-23)

Musk said that Concession will be available for those in attendance, as part of the fundraising efforts, More information is available at nysfbc.org, or by calling Musk at 336-7883.

.M. NEWS Friday 10-27-23

State Police were asked to check the welfare of a student at Schenevus Central School, The student left the school after speaking with school staff and was interviewed at home by Investigators. It was determined that the student was suffering from a mental health crisis and did have a firearm in his possession while at school. The student did not make any direct threats or display a weapon at any time. The juvenile was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon and Criminal Possession of a Weapon on School Grounds and appeared before a judge in Otsego County Supreme Court - Youth Part. Investigators applied for an Extreme Risk Protection Order and the juvenile was transported for a mental health evaluation.

The Sidney Moose Lodge will host a spaghetti fundraising dinner Saturday from 4:00 to 8:00 PM, for Tracy Ramage and Dave Charles, who lost their home & their dog in a fire on August 30th. In addition to the dinner there will be a 50-50 raffle and basket raffles, more information is available at 563-8791

A.M. NEWS Thursday 10-19-23

State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation arrested 44 year old Erin Walker of Union, for 3rd degree Grand Larceny and Falsifying Business Records. An investigation revealed that Walker embezzled approximately $12,000 from American Window Cleaning Company in the town of Fenton from 2016 to 2022. Walker was arrested and brought to the Broome County Correctional Facility for Central Arraignment.

Sidney Village Police arrested 33 year old Codey Miner of Sidney for burglary, criminal possession of a weapon, criminal mischief, endangering the welfare of a child, preventing an emergency call and menacing 2nd degree. Miner released on own recognizance &will appear back in court later this month.

Delaware Valley Humane Society & Waste Recovery Enterprises have teamed up for the 4th consecutive year for the Heavy Metal Haul Out, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga said that they will do the fundraiser differently this year:

(Erin Insinga 8-23-23)

More information about the fundraiser or adoptions is available at 563-7780.

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 23 year old Nicholas Wayman of Bainbridge, after they responded to a Domestic Report in the Town of Delhi at the Victims place of work. The investigation revealed that Wayman had been involved in a Domestic Dispute while in a moving vehicle, having unwanted physical contact with the victim while in the presence of a child within the vehicle, the victim possessed an order of protection against him. Wayman was charged with Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Criminal Contempt, Harassment & Aggravated Unlicensed Operation and other related violation, he was arraigned in the Town of Walton Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility and is scheduled to appear in the Town of Walton Court on a later date to answer the charges.

Delaware Valley Humane Society & Waste Recovery Enterprises have teamed up for the 4th consecutive year for the Heavy Metal Haul Out, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga said that they will do the fundraiser differently this year:

(Erin Insinga 8-23-23)

Insinga also announced that Premier Roofing in Sidney will be matching the donations for a period of time from the Heavy Metal Haul Out, more information is available at 563-7780.

State Police at Sidney responded to a crash involving a tractor trailer and SUV on State Route 8 near County Road 35 in the town of Guilford. An investigation at the scene revealed that the SUV was on State Route 35 when the vehicle entered the intersection and collided with a tractor trailer that had been traveling on State Route 8. The driver of the SUV, 27 year old Erin Hazen of South New Berlin was transported to A.O Fox Hospital - Tri Town. A passenger in the vehicle, a 3-year-old male was not injured. The driver of the tractor trailer, 51 year old Sergei Maliutin of Cohoes, did not report any injury.