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WCDO News — Wednesday 9-6-17
State Police arrested 31 year old Jesse Tetlow of the town of Maryland for 3rd degree Assault & Criminal Obstruction of Breathing and Blood Circulation, after troopers investigated a violent dispute in the town of Maryland. An investigation determined that on September 4th & 5th, Tetlow allegedly was involved in 2 physical disputes with his girlfriend, he is accused of choking her & grabbing her arms, casuing injuries. Tetlow was arraigned and was remanded to the Otsego County jail on $1,000 cash bail or $2,000 property bond. A court order of protection was issued, Tetlow’s next court date is pending.
The newest Siena College Poll of State voters has Governor Cuomo's favorability ratings moving up slightly. The poll found that 56% gave Cuomo a favorable rating, up from 52% in July. 37% gave Cuomo an unfavorable rating, down from 41% in the last poll.
The Delaware Valley Humane Society is looking for donations for items that they will be putting into a tractor-trailer and shipping Thursday to help the humane society in Texas. Humane Society Director Erin Johnson explains:
(Erin Johnson 9-6-17)
Donations can be dropped off at the Humane Society at 101 East Main Street in Sidney; more information is available at 563-7780.
The 2017-2018 season for the Chenango County Council of the Arts will start later this month, with a local talent, according to Council Executive Director Alecia O'Neill:
(Alecia O'Neill 9-6-17)
The full line up of events & tickets are available at Chenango Arts.org or by calling 336-ARTS.
SUNY Delhi ranks in the top 15 for online education according to Best College Reviews. The site called SUNY Delhi a Leader in online higher education for its experienced faculty and bachelor degree programs” in Hospitality Management, Criminal Justice, and Nursing. The ranking is available at bestcollegereviews.org.
Upgrades have been completed at SUNY Oneonta, according to the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York. $2.2 million in improvements included replacing the roof at Huntington Hall, converting two bathrooms in Hulbert Hall into laundry rooms, giving a WiFi coverage boost to Wilber Hall, upgrading fire systems in Wilber, Little and Sherman Halls, and applying a new interior wall finish in Hayes Hall. The upgrades were part of $30 million in upgrades that were completed at SUNY campuses throughout the state within a 90-day period, so that they would be completed by the time students returned to school.
Governor Cuomo addressed President Trump's decision to rescind the "DEFERRED ACTION FOR CHILDHOOD ARRIVALS" program Yesterday.
(Cuomo 9-6-17)
President Trump has told Congress he expects them to rescind the program as part of his Immigration reforms.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 34 year old Devin Mahoney of Oneonta on a Bench Warrant issued by Walton Village Court for failure to appear on charges of unlawful possession of marijuana, criminal possession of a controlled substance and criminal possession of a hypodermic instrument. Mahoney was arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail On $1000 bail. Deputies were assisted by State Police.
State Police arrested 51 year old Gerald Ackerman of Andes for Criminal Obstruction of Breathing and Blood Circulation, and Harassment, after troopers responded to a dispute in the town of Andes. Ackerman is accused of grabbing a woman by the throat and threatening her; he was arraigned in the town of Andes court and was remanded to the Delaware County jail on $1,500 cash bail or $3,000 property bond. His next court date is September 26, 2017.
The Chenango County Department of Public Works will close County Road 10A, between Crandall Street and Manley Road in the Town of Norwich Today. The closure will be from 6:00 AM until 6:00 PM, as crews replace a culvert. The intersection end of Hale Road will also be closed and no traffic is allowed to exit off of Hale Road onto County Road 10A during the closure.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 59 year old Michael Smith of the Bronx on charges of speeding, unlicensed operator, and aggravated unlicensed operation following a traffic stop on Main Street in the Village of Delhi. Smith was later released on tickets returnable to Delhi Town Court at a later date.
The newest Siena College Poll of State voters has Governor Cuomo's favorability ratings moving up slightly. The poll found that 56% gave Cuomo a favorable rating, up from 52% in July. 37% gave Cuomo an unfavorable rating, down from 41% in the last poll.
The Delaware Valley Humane Society is looking for donations for items that they will be putting into a tractor-trailer and shipping Thursday to help the humane society in Texas. Humane Society Director Erin Johnson explains:
(Erin Johnson 9-6-17)
Donations can be dropped off at the Humane Society at 101 East Main Street in Sidney; more information is available at 563-7780.
The 2017-2018 season for the Chenango County Council of the Arts will start later this month, with a local talent, according to Council Executive Director Alecia O'Neill:
(Alecia O'Neill 9-6-17)
The full line up of events & tickets are available at Chenango Arts.org or by calling 336-ARTS.
SUNY Delhi ranks in the top 15 for online education according to Best College Reviews. The site called SUNY Delhi a Leader in online higher education for its experienced faculty and bachelor degree programs” in Hospitality Management, Criminal Justice, and Nursing. The ranking is available at bestcollegereviews.org.
Upgrades have been completed at SUNY Oneonta, according to the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York. $2.2 million in improvements included replacing the roof at Huntington Hall, converting two bathrooms in Hulbert Hall into laundry rooms, giving a WiFi coverage boost to Wilber Hall, upgrading fire systems in Wilber, Little and Sherman Halls, and applying a new interior wall finish in Hayes Hall. The upgrades were part of $30 million in upgrades that were completed at SUNY campuses throughout the state within a 90-day period, so that they would be completed by the time students returned to school.
Governor Cuomo addressed President Trump's decision to rescind the "DEFERRED ACTION FOR CHILDHOOD ARRIVALS" program Yesterday.
(Cuomo 9-6-17)
President Trump has told Congress he expects them to rescind the program as part of his Immigration reforms.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 34 year old Devin Mahoney of Oneonta on a Bench Warrant issued by Walton Village Court for failure to appear on charges of unlawful possession of marijuana, criminal possession of a controlled substance and criminal possession of a hypodermic instrument. Mahoney was arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail On $1000 bail. Deputies were assisted by State Police.
State Police arrested 51 year old Gerald Ackerman of Andes for Criminal Obstruction of Breathing and Blood Circulation, and Harassment, after troopers responded to a dispute in the town of Andes. Ackerman is accused of grabbing a woman by the throat and threatening her; he was arraigned in the town of Andes court and was remanded to the Delaware County jail on $1,500 cash bail or $3,000 property bond. His next court date is September 26, 2017.
The Chenango County Department of Public Works will close County Road 10A, between Crandall Street and Manley Road in the Town of Norwich Today. The closure will be from 6:00 AM until 6:00 PM, as crews replace a culvert. The intersection end of Hale Road will also be closed and no traffic is allowed to exit off of Hale Road onto County Road 10A during the closure.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 59 year old Michael Smith of the Bronx on charges of speeding, unlicensed operator, and aggravated unlicensed operation following a traffic stop on Main Street in the Village of Delhi. Smith was later released on tickets returnable to Delhi Town Court at a later date.
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WCDO News — Friday 9-1-17
Governor Cuomo announced that a 30-member State Incident Management Team is heading to Texas today to support the response and recovery efforts in the wake of the devastation from Hurricane Harvey. The 30-member, multi-agency Team has been requested by the State of Texas Division of Emergency Management and the Texas A&M Forest Service to assist state and local officials with operational coordination, obtaining information, mapping, and logistical support for ongoing response operations.
State Police and local law enforcement agencies will be out in force this Labor Day weekend as part of the national "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" DWI campaign. Labor Day weekend traditionally results in heavy traffic volumes; State Police will maximize their DWI enforcement efforts, with sobriety checkpoints & unmarked patrol vehicles on state highways. Police will also be watching for distracted drivers, occupants who are not properly restrained and drivers that are violating the Move Over Law.
State Police arrested 37 year old Jillian Eckberg of Oneonta for Criminal Contempt & Stalking, after troopers were advised that Eckberg allegedly violated a court order of protection, by sending the protected person a series of text messages and voicemails that put him in fear. Eckberg was arraigned in town of Hartwick court and was remanded to the Otsego county jail on $2,500 cash bail or $5,000 property bond, pending action in town of Milford court.
Former Binghamton Mayor Juanita Crabb and former Binghamton Triplet Jerry Coleman will be inducted into Binghamton’s Baseball Shrine in a ceremony at NYSEG Stadium before the Binghamton Rumble Ponies game tonight at 7:05 PM. Crabb was instrumental in bringing professional baseball back to the Southern Tier in the 90’s, Coleman was a member of the 1946 Binghamton Triplets, he played for 9 seasons in the Major Leagues with the New York Yankees, appearing in 6 World Series, he was MVP in the 1950 Fall Classic. Coleman also spent more than 4 decades calling games for the San Diego Padres. Binghamton’s Baseball Shrine has 65 members currently.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will host “Bainbridge Days” starting this afternoon & through tomorrow, spokesperson June White explains:
(June White 9-1-17)
More Information is available at the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.
The Salvation Army is collecting funds locally to assist those in Texas dealing with the devastation from Hurricane Harvey, Local Spokesperson Marie Cole Explains:
(Marie Cole 9-1-17)
Cole said that the Salvation Army collections in Sidney & Walton would be today & tomorrow from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Delaware Valley Humane Society & the Penguin Ice Cream & Snack bar of Masonville will hold their 2nd Annual "Licks & Licks" fundraiser At the Penguin on State Route 8 in Masonville today from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Humane Society Director Erin Johnson told WCDO News that they are also accepting donations at the shelter & in Oneonta, to assist with the Houston Texas shelter dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey:
(Erin Johnson 9-1-17)
More information about the Delaware Valley Humane Society is available at 563-7780.
Governor Cuomo announced that lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on state highways will be suspended until Tuesday morning at 6:00 AM to accommodate travelers during the busy Labor Day holiday weekend. Most construction projects will be suspended, but some work may continue behind permanent concrete barriers or for emergency repairs.
State Police arrested 31-year-old Christen Young of Unadilla for Resisting Arrest, Stalking, Criminal Contempt and Harassment. Young allegedly violated a court order of protection, & she had been in a course of conduct that caused the protected person to fear for his employment and career. Young physically resisted being arrested and handcuffed; she kicked a trooper in the ankle at Police Barracks. Young was arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware county jail on $1,500 cash bail or $3,000 property bond. She faces action in Kortright, Unadilla & Oneonta courts shortly.
State Police arrested 37-year-old Edward Shelton & 22-year-old Cheyenne Koban of Port Crane for Grand Larceny, after troopers were advised of a theft of a .22 caliber rifle from a home in the town of Fenton. Shelton and Koban allegedly took the rifle without permission when they moved out of the home, they were arraigned in the town of Fenton court and released without bail required. Their next court dates are pending.
Governor Cuomo requested that the federal government grant a Major Disaster Declaration for 15 counties impacted by flash flooding, tornados and unprecedented levels of precipitation during severe storms in late June and July. Once the declaration is granted, FEMA funding would be available to the state and eligible local governments and nonprofit organizations to support debris removal, structure repairs and emergency protective measures. Locally, Broome County was one of the 15 counties included in the request for the disaster declaration.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold a Membership Breakfast in Sidney this morning from 8:30 to 10:00 am at the Sidney Elks Club at 104 River Street; more information is available at delawarecounty.org/
State Police and local law enforcement agencies will be out in force this Labor Day weekend as part of the national "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" DWI campaign. Labor Day weekend traditionally results in heavy traffic volumes; State Police will maximize their DWI enforcement efforts, with sobriety checkpoints & unmarked patrol vehicles on state highways. Police will also be watching for distracted drivers, occupants who are not properly restrained and drivers that are violating the Move Over Law.
State Police arrested 37 year old Jillian Eckberg of Oneonta for Criminal Contempt & Stalking, after troopers were advised that Eckberg allegedly violated a court order of protection, by sending the protected person a series of text messages and voicemails that put him in fear. Eckberg was arraigned in town of Hartwick court and was remanded to the Otsego county jail on $2,500 cash bail or $5,000 property bond, pending action in town of Milford court.
Former Binghamton Mayor Juanita Crabb and former Binghamton Triplet Jerry Coleman will be inducted into Binghamton’s Baseball Shrine in a ceremony at NYSEG Stadium before the Binghamton Rumble Ponies game tonight at 7:05 PM. Crabb was instrumental in bringing professional baseball back to the Southern Tier in the 90’s, Coleman was a member of the 1946 Binghamton Triplets, he played for 9 seasons in the Major Leagues with the New York Yankees, appearing in 6 World Series, he was MVP in the 1950 Fall Classic. Coleman also spent more than 4 decades calling games for the San Diego Padres. Binghamton’s Baseball Shrine has 65 members currently.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will host “Bainbridge Days” starting this afternoon & through tomorrow, spokesperson June White explains:
(June White 9-1-17)
More Information is available at the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.
The Salvation Army is collecting funds locally to assist those in Texas dealing with the devastation from Hurricane Harvey, Local Spokesperson Marie Cole Explains:
(Marie Cole 9-1-17)
Cole said that the Salvation Army collections in Sidney & Walton would be today & tomorrow from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Delaware Valley Humane Society & the Penguin Ice Cream & Snack bar of Masonville will hold their 2nd Annual "Licks & Licks" fundraiser At the Penguin on State Route 8 in Masonville today from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Humane Society Director Erin Johnson told WCDO News that they are also accepting donations at the shelter & in Oneonta, to assist with the Houston Texas shelter dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey:
(Erin Johnson 9-1-17)
More information about the Delaware Valley Humane Society is available at 563-7780.
Governor Cuomo announced that lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on state highways will be suspended until Tuesday morning at 6:00 AM to accommodate travelers during the busy Labor Day holiday weekend. Most construction projects will be suspended, but some work may continue behind permanent concrete barriers or for emergency repairs.
State Police arrested 31-year-old Christen Young of Unadilla for Resisting Arrest, Stalking, Criminal Contempt and Harassment. Young allegedly violated a court order of protection, & she had been in a course of conduct that caused the protected person to fear for his employment and career. Young physically resisted being arrested and handcuffed; she kicked a trooper in the ankle at Police Barracks. Young was arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware county jail on $1,500 cash bail or $3,000 property bond. She faces action in Kortright, Unadilla & Oneonta courts shortly.
State Police arrested 37-year-old Edward Shelton & 22-year-old Cheyenne Koban of Port Crane for Grand Larceny, after troopers were advised of a theft of a .22 caliber rifle from a home in the town of Fenton. Shelton and Koban allegedly took the rifle without permission when they moved out of the home, they were arraigned in the town of Fenton court and released without bail required. Their next court dates are pending.
Governor Cuomo requested that the federal government grant a Major Disaster Declaration for 15 counties impacted by flash flooding, tornados and unprecedented levels of precipitation during severe storms in late June and July. Once the declaration is granted, FEMA funding would be available to the state and eligible local governments and nonprofit organizations to support debris removal, structure repairs and emergency protective measures. Locally, Broome County was one of the 15 counties included in the request for the disaster declaration.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold a Membership Breakfast in Sidney this morning from 8:30 to 10:00 am at the Sidney Elks Club at 104 River Street; more information is available at delawarecounty.org/
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WCDO News — Thursday 6-8-17
Delaware County Sheriff's Office Investigators have arrested 29-year-old Jason Lagano of Erin New York, on a Delaware County Grand Jury Sealed Indictment Warrant issued earlier this year as a part of a narcotics investigation. Lagano was arrested at the Susquehanna County Jail in Montrose, Pennsylvania, where he has been held as a Fugitive from Justice. Lagano is accused of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance, for allegedly selling methamphetamine in the Town of Deposit earlier this year Lagano was transported back to Delaware County Tuesday, he was arraigned in Delaware County Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $15,000 cash bail pending further court action.
The Otsego County Sheriff's Department arrested 2 County residents on Drug charges. Deputies arrested Chauncey Couse of Oneonta and Nichole Conklin of Laurens, for 2 counts each of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance, for allegedly selling heroin in the City of Oneonta. Couse was already being held in the Otsego County jail on a previously charge, with Couse's bail set at $25,000 cash or $50,000 bond, Conklin was jailed on $10,000 cash bail or $20,000 bond, pending future court action.
Assembly Republicans are calling for a package of ethics reforms to be passed prior to the end of this year's session. Local Assemblyman Cliff Crouch comments:
(Crouch 6-8-17)
The package of bills calls for oversight of economic development plans, Implementing 8-year term limits for legislative leaders and committee chairs; Replacing the Joint Commission on Public Ethics with a new, independent five-member Commission on Official Conduct; Prohibiting the spending of campaign funds for criminal defense fees; and Creating a new crime of failure to report corruption.
The application for the Excelsior Scholarship opened on Wednesday, where SUNY students whose families make up to $125,000, can apply for tuition-free college. Students must be New York State residents, plan to attend a SUNY or CUNY 2 or 4-year college, take 30 credits per year, and graduate on time with an Associate’s Degree in 2 years or a Bachelor’s Degree in 4 years. Recipients must also plan to live in New York State equal to the length of time they received the award. Applications are available at hesc.ny.gov/excelsior; they will be accepted through Friday, July 21st. Over 3,300 students applied on the 1st day Wednesday.
Governor Cuomo today commended the State Senate & Assembly for passing the bill calling for the minimum age of marriage to be raised from 14 to 17. Previously, a child could get married at 14 in the state if approved by the parents & a judge, that has now been raised to 17. Governor Cuomo will sign the bill as soon as it reaches his desk.
New York lawmakers held a hearing Wednesday on the effectiveness of state services for victims of human trafficking. Government officials and representatives of advocacy groups and community service providers testified Wednesday, earlier this year the Assembly passed a package of bills addressing human trafficking, those bills have not yet been addressed by the full Senate.
State Police were alerted to an alleged threat on Facebook that 2 students at Harpursville High School were going to "shoot up the school". The alleged perpetrators were 2 subjects that came into the State Police barracks in Kirkwood to report what was posted. State Police and Harpursville School District administrators determined that there was no credible threat and that the posting was done by a third party. State Police arrested a 15-year-old student and they were charged with making a terroristic threat. The student was released to the custody of their parent and will appear in Family Court at a later date.
A Fund Raising Golf Tournament Will be held this Saturday for the Cullman Child Development Center of Sidney. Cullman Director Amy Williams explains:
(Amy Williams 6-8-17)
Williams said that there are spots available for teams that would still like to sign up, they can call 563-7529.
The Arc Otsego will hold its Annual Membership Meeting and Awards Banquet on June 15, 2017, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta. The event is open to the public and will include dinner from Brook’s BBQ, music, dancing, raffle prizes, and the following awards: Community Employment Employee of the Year, The Arc Otsego Employee of the Year, Community Employment Employer of the Year and the 2017 Achievement Award. Seating is limited, and reservations should be made today by calling 433-8424.
The Otsego County Sheriff's Department arrested 2 County residents on Drug charges. Deputies arrested Chauncey Couse of Oneonta and Nichole Conklin of Laurens, for 2 counts each of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance, for allegedly selling heroin in the City of Oneonta. Couse was already being held in the Otsego County jail on a previously charge, with Couse's bail set at $25,000 cash or $50,000 bond, Conklin was jailed on $10,000 cash bail or $20,000 bond, pending future court action.
Assembly Republicans are calling for a package of ethics reforms to be passed prior to the end of this year's session. Local Assemblyman Cliff Crouch comments:
(Crouch 6-8-17)
The package of bills calls for oversight of economic development plans, Implementing 8-year term limits for legislative leaders and committee chairs; Replacing the Joint Commission on Public Ethics with a new, independent five-member Commission on Official Conduct; Prohibiting the spending of campaign funds for criminal defense fees; and Creating a new crime of failure to report corruption.
The application for the Excelsior Scholarship opened on Wednesday, where SUNY students whose families make up to $125,000, can apply for tuition-free college. Students must be New York State residents, plan to attend a SUNY or CUNY 2 or 4-year college, take 30 credits per year, and graduate on time with an Associate’s Degree in 2 years or a Bachelor’s Degree in 4 years. Recipients must also plan to live in New York State equal to the length of time they received the award. Applications are available at hesc.ny.gov/excelsior; they will be accepted through Friday, July 21st. Over 3,300 students applied on the 1st day Wednesday.
Governor Cuomo today commended the State Senate & Assembly for passing the bill calling for the minimum age of marriage to be raised from 14 to 17. Previously, a child could get married at 14 in the state if approved by the parents & a judge, that has now been raised to 17. Governor Cuomo will sign the bill as soon as it reaches his desk.
New York lawmakers held a hearing Wednesday on the effectiveness of state services for victims of human trafficking. Government officials and representatives of advocacy groups and community service providers testified Wednesday, earlier this year the Assembly passed a package of bills addressing human trafficking, those bills have not yet been addressed by the full Senate.
State Police were alerted to an alleged threat on Facebook that 2 students at Harpursville High School were going to "shoot up the school". The alleged perpetrators were 2 subjects that came into the State Police barracks in Kirkwood to report what was posted. State Police and Harpursville School District administrators determined that there was no credible threat and that the posting was done by a third party. State Police arrested a 15-year-old student and they were charged with making a terroristic threat. The student was released to the custody of their parent and will appear in Family Court at a later date.
A Fund Raising Golf Tournament Will be held this Saturday for the Cullman Child Development Center of Sidney. Cullman Director Amy Williams explains:
(Amy Williams 6-8-17)
Williams said that there are spots available for teams that would still like to sign up, they can call 563-7529.
The Arc Otsego will hold its Annual Membership Meeting and Awards Banquet on June 15, 2017, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta. The event is open to the public and will include dinner from Brook’s BBQ, music, dancing, raffle prizes, and the following awards: Community Employment Employee of the Year, The Arc Otsego Employee of the Year, Community Employment Employer of the Year and the 2017 Achievement Award. Seating is limited, and reservations should be made today by calling 433-8424.
WCDO News — Tuesday 4-4-17
The village of Sidney will be putting bids out in the next couple of weeks for the Main Street Project, with an eye on getting the projects under by the end of may or early June, which led to SFCU Officials deciding to cancel this year’s home town day parade. Sidney Mayor Andy Matviak explains:
(Andy Matviak 4-4-17)
SFCU officials announced that they fully plan on running the next Hometown Day Parade in June of 2018.
The Delaware Valley Humane society is looking for donations of cleaning supplies, canned food & new families for the animals currently at the shelter. Director Erin Johnson explains:
(Erin Johnson 4-4-17)
More information about the shelter, the adoption process or the animals available, can be obtained at 563-7780, or at the website dvhsny.org.
It's a little more than a month away for this year's Tri Town Relay For Life for the American Cancer society. Spokesperson Heather Brewster comments:
(Heather Brewster 4-4-17)
The event will be held from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM at the General Clinton Park in Bainbridge, to raise money for cancer society research, education & advocacy for cancer patients in the region.
Opioid Overdose training will be held the next 2 nights at the Bainbridge Guilford high school. The training session will begin at 6:00 PM tonight & Wednesday night, all participants will be taught how to administer Naloxone & will receive a free rescue kit. More information is available at 967-6321.
The next General Clinton Canoe Regatta Meeting will be held tonight at the Highway 7 Bar and Grill in Bainbridge at 6:30 PM the Race Committee Meeting will begin, followed at 7:30 PM with the Regular meeting. More information is available at 237-6008.
Governor Cuomo announced the passage of a budget extender in order to continue all state operations and the $16.4 billion New York construction and economic development plan for the next complete fiscal year. Local Assemblyman Cliff Crouch said that he voted against the extender:
(Crouch 4-4-17)
Governor Cuomo said that agreements must still be made on free college tuition for the middle class, funding public schools, middle class tax cuts, & the controversial "Raise the Age" proposal, which calls for raising the age of criminal responsibility for 16 & 17 year olds.
Oneonta City Mayor Gary Herzig will deliver the annual State of the City address tonight at 7:00 PM at Oneonta City Hall. The Address will be held just prior to the scheduled Common Council meeting, Mayor Herzig will discuss infrastructure improvement, housing, economic development & downtown revitalization.
A free entrepreneur workshop, "Customer Discovery Tactics," will be held today from 6:30-8:00 pm in the Oxford Academy Primary School. The presentation will be led by Southern Tier Startup Alliance
The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce will host the 2017 Job Fair on Today at the Holiday Inn, State Route 23, Oneonta. The Job Fair will run from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
(Andy Matviak 4-4-17)
SFCU officials announced that they fully plan on running the next Hometown Day Parade in June of 2018.
The Delaware Valley Humane society is looking for donations of cleaning supplies, canned food & new families for the animals currently at the shelter. Director Erin Johnson explains:
(Erin Johnson 4-4-17)
More information about the shelter, the adoption process or the animals available, can be obtained at 563-7780, or at the website dvhsny.org.
It's a little more than a month away for this year's Tri Town Relay For Life for the American Cancer society. Spokesperson Heather Brewster comments:
(Heather Brewster 4-4-17)
The event will be held from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM at the General Clinton Park in Bainbridge, to raise money for cancer society research, education & advocacy for cancer patients in the region.
Opioid Overdose training will be held the next 2 nights at the Bainbridge Guilford high school. The training session will begin at 6:00 PM tonight & Wednesday night, all participants will be taught how to administer Naloxone & will receive a free rescue kit. More information is available at 967-6321.
The next General Clinton Canoe Regatta Meeting will be held tonight at the Highway 7 Bar and Grill in Bainbridge at 6:30 PM the Race Committee Meeting will begin, followed at 7:30 PM with the Regular meeting. More information is available at 237-6008.
Governor Cuomo announced the passage of a budget extender in order to continue all state operations and the $16.4 billion New York construction and economic development plan for the next complete fiscal year. Local Assemblyman Cliff Crouch said that he voted against the extender:
(Crouch 4-4-17)
Governor Cuomo said that agreements must still be made on free college tuition for the middle class, funding public schools, middle class tax cuts, & the controversial "Raise the Age" proposal, which calls for raising the age of criminal responsibility for 16 & 17 year olds.
Oneonta City Mayor Gary Herzig will deliver the annual State of the City address tonight at 7:00 PM at Oneonta City Hall. The Address will be held just prior to the scheduled Common Council meeting, Mayor Herzig will discuss infrastructure improvement, housing, economic development & downtown revitalization.
A free entrepreneur workshop, "Customer Discovery Tactics," will be held today from 6:30-8:00 pm in the Oxford Academy Primary School. The presentation will be led by Southern Tier Startup Alliance
The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce will host the 2017 Job Fair on Today at the Holiday Inn, State Route 23, Oneonta. The Job Fair will run from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
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WCDO News — Thursday 2-9-17
37-year-old Samantha Werkheiser of Binghamton was found guilty of sexual abuse this morning, following a trial. Werkheiser was accused of abusing a 6-year-old child starting in 2003, her first conviction was thrown out on appeal, but she was found guilty again in this 2nd trial. Sentencing is scheduled for March 10th.
Delaware Valley Humane Society in Sidney is looking for donations of cleaning supplies & food for the animals at the shelter, among other items. Director Erin Johnson explains:
(Erin Johnson 2-9-17)
Johnson said that they had over a dozen Dogs & about 40 cats for adoption; more information is available at 563-7780.
The New York State Assembly Minority Task Force on Protecting the Rights of People with Developmental Disabilities conducted 11 informational forums and issued a series of recommendations in a report published today. Local Assemblyman Cliff Crouch participated:
(Crouch 2-9-17)
Among the recommendations, Enacting a Bill of Rights for individuals with developmental disabilities, Requiring the Department of Labor and the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities to conduct a wage study for direct care workers; Establishing a service learning or internship program for students interested in working with individuals with developmental disabilities; Amending tuition rates for Special Act School Districts; and Directing the Commissioner of Transportation to conduct a statewide study and review of the transportation of individuals with developmental disabilities. More information on the task force is available through the Assembly Minority Office of Public Affairs at 518-455-5073.
State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman unveiled a package of measures aimed at overhauling and simplifying voting in New York State. Schneiderman's proposal would create a system of early voting, automatic and same-day registration; it would consolidate state and federal primaries and shorten the deadline for registering in a political party. Schneiderman’s legislation comes after his office conducted a review of voting in New York, identifying issues with registration and participating in party primaries.
The state capital is hosting Black History Month with a free exhibit honoring prominent African Americans with ties to New York State. Among those being honored, Harriet Tubman, Recently deceased broadcaster Gwen Ifill, as well as various artists, writers, activists & soldiers. The items displayed at the state capital this month will then be moved the National Museum of African American History in Washington DC.
On February 18th, the 22nd annual Polar Bear Jump will be held at Goodyear Lake. This year, they will raise funds through pledges by jumping into the frigid waters; they will also raise funds with the Polar Bear Auction with donations from numerous local businesses and organizations. All proceeds are used to support local children and families with medical issues and the community organizations that support them.
New York State is setting aside nearly $20 million dollars to assist local health care providers looking to expand or upgrade their facilities. The New Community Health Care Revolving Fund is intended to help health organizations that might not be able to expand otherwise. The money will be awarded in the form of low cost loans for mental health clinics or community clinics on projects to construct, expand or renovate facilities. Governor Cuomo said that the funding would help ensure that every New Yorkers has access to quality health care.
The Tourism Advisory Board of Delaware County is planning to hold a series of public information meetings for public input and comments on the use of funds raised through the Delaware County Hotel Occupancy Tax. The Tourism Advisory Board has drafted a proposal for how occupancy tax funds will be made available to support tourism promotion activities in 2017, and will hold a series of public meetings to present the proposal and solicit public input. The meetings will begin at 5:30pm starting with one on February 20th at the Delaware County Public Safety Building, Delhi, February 23rd – Hancock Town Hall, March 2nd – Stamford Town Hall, & March 6th – Middletown Town Hall. More information is available at 832-5123.
Delaware Valley Humane Society in Sidney is looking for donations of cleaning supplies & food for the animals at the shelter, among other items. Director Erin Johnson explains:
(Erin Johnson 2-9-17)
Johnson said that they had over a dozen Dogs & about 40 cats for adoption; more information is available at 563-7780.
The New York State Assembly Minority Task Force on Protecting the Rights of People with Developmental Disabilities conducted 11 informational forums and issued a series of recommendations in a report published today. Local Assemblyman Cliff Crouch participated:
(Crouch 2-9-17)
Among the recommendations, Enacting a Bill of Rights for individuals with developmental disabilities, Requiring the Department of Labor and the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities to conduct a wage study for direct care workers; Establishing a service learning or internship program for students interested in working with individuals with developmental disabilities; Amending tuition rates for Special Act School Districts; and Directing the Commissioner of Transportation to conduct a statewide study and review of the transportation of individuals with developmental disabilities. More information on the task force is available through the Assembly Minority Office of Public Affairs at 518-455-5073.
State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman unveiled a package of measures aimed at overhauling and simplifying voting in New York State. Schneiderman's proposal would create a system of early voting, automatic and same-day registration; it would consolidate state and federal primaries and shorten the deadline for registering in a political party. Schneiderman’s legislation comes after his office conducted a review of voting in New York, identifying issues with registration and participating in party primaries.
The state capital is hosting Black History Month with a free exhibit honoring prominent African Americans with ties to New York State. Among those being honored, Harriet Tubman, Recently deceased broadcaster Gwen Ifill, as well as various artists, writers, activists & soldiers. The items displayed at the state capital this month will then be moved the National Museum of African American History in Washington DC.
On February 18th, the 22nd annual Polar Bear Jump will be held at Goodyear Lake. This year, they will raise funds through pledges by jumping into the frigid waters; they will also raise funds with the Polar Bear Auction with donations from numerous local businesses and organizations. All proceeds are used to support local children and families with medical issues and the community organizations that support them.
New York State is setting aside nearly $20 million dollars to assist local health care providers looking to expand or upgrade their facilities. The New Community Health Care Revolving Fund is intended to help health organizations that might not be able to expand otherwise. The money will be awarded in the form of low cost loans for mental health clinics or community clinics on projects to construct, expand or renovate facilities. Governor Cuomo said that the funding would help ensure that every New Yorkers has access to quality health care.
The Tourism Advisory Board of Delaware County is planning to hold a series of public information meetings for public input and comments on the use of funds raised through the Delaware County Hotel Occupancy Tax. The Tourism Advisory Board has drafted a proposal for how occupancy tax funds will be made available to support tourism promotion activities in 2017, and will hold a series of public meetings to present the proposal and solicit public input. The meetings will begin at 5:30pm starting with one on February 20th at the Delaware County Public Safety Building, Delhi, February 23rd – Hancock Town Hall, March 2nd – Stamford Town Hall, & March 6th – Middletown Town Hall. More information is available at 832-5123.
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WCDO News — Friday 2-3-17
17-year-old Kobe Kimble of Oneonta was arrested Thursday for allegedly raping a victim under the age of 11, according to the Oneonta Police Department. Kimble was charged with the 1st degree Rape, plus Forcible Touching and Endangering the Welfare of a Child, following an investigation into a Child Abuse Hotline report. Kimble was held at the City of Oneonta Police Department pending arraignment in the City of Oneonta Court.
The Oneonta Police and Fire Departments responded to the area of 142 Chestnut Street Thursday afternoon, for a motor vehicle accident involving a school bus and 2 other vehicles. Police reported that an Oneonta City School bus with 22 children on board was struck from behind by a sedan that had been struck from behind by a pickup truck, at around 3:40 PM Thursday. The School bus had been stopped with its flashing lights activated when the accident occurred. No injuries were reported, another bus completed the transportation of the children, the investigation is continuing and tickets are pending.
Delaware Valley Humane Society currently has many dog & cats up for adoption at their Sidney facility. Shelter Manager Erin Johnson told WCDO news about the adoption process:
(Erin Johnson 2-3-17)
Johnson also said that the Shelter is in need of Pine sol, as well as dog & cat food, more information is available at 563-7780, or at DVHSNY.ORG.
$2.5 Million Dollars in renovations are underway at NYSEG stadium in Binghamton, for the inaugural season as the "Binghamton Rumble Ponies". Team Spokesman Ed Saunders explains:
(Ed Saunders 2-3-17)
The team announced a full schedule of Promotional events at Nyseg Stadium this season, details are available at BINGRP.COM.
The Hartwick College Center for Craft Food & Beverage will host the Farmer Brewer Winter Weekend conference, this weekend. More than 100 farmers, brewers, will attend the 2-day conference , this year’s theme is “Everything in Modification,” More information is available at hartwick.edu
The annual Ice harvest festival will be held at the Hanford Mills in the town of Meredith on Saturday. Executive Director Liz Callahan said that the festival is a hands-on experience, to see how County Residence lived before electric refrigerators or freezer:
(Liz Callahan 2-3-17)
the event runs from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday at the facility on County Route 12 in East Meredith. More information is available at 278-5744.
Governor Cuomo reminded out-of-state and Canadian snowmobile enthusiasts that this weekend is New York’s annual Free Snowmobiling Weekend. State registration fees will be waived for properly registered and insured out-of-state snowmobilers, Snowmobile registration costs $100, but decreases to $45 if the snowmobiler is a member of a local snowmobile club. This fee will be waived for out-of-state and Canadian snowmobilers during the promotional weekend, provided they are properly registered and insured in another state or Canada.
For the 3rd time in the past 4 NFL seasons, football goal posts manufactured by Sportsfield Specialties in Delhi, will make an appearance framing the playing field at the Super Bowl. This year’s game will be hosted at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on Sunday. Company officials reported that their goal posts were also used at MetLife Stadium in 2014 when the Seattle beat Denver & again in 2015 when the New England beat Seattle at University of Phoenix Stadium & also in 2008, when Sportsfield's goal posts were 1st used in a Super Bowl as the New York Giants upset the New England Patriots.
State Police arrested 37-year-old Brian Strube of Norwich, for Criminal Possession of a Weapon and Unlawful Possession of Marijuana. Strube stopped by Police for a brake light that was not working, after smelling marijuana inside the vehicle a search was conducted, Strube was found to unlawfully possess about 2 grams of marijuana and an illegal dagger, he was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Norwich Court at a later date.
NYSEG is conducting a routine inspection of transmission lines by Drones this week. Inspections began last month in the Broome county area, they will begin in the Oneonta today through FEBRUARY 8th.
The Sidney Central School observatory will be open to the public tonight, Sidney High School Science Teacher Rich Townsend comments:
(Rich Townsend 2-3-17)
The observatory will be open from 6:00 to 7:30 pm, the event is free to the public.
The Oneonta Police and Fire Departments responded to the area of 142 Chestnut Street Thursday afternoon, for a motor vehicle accident involving a school bus and 2 other vehicles. Police reported that an Oneonta City School bus with 22 children on board was struck from behind by a sedan that had been struck from behind by a pickup truck, at around 3:40 PM Thursday. The School bus had been stopped with its flashing lights activated when the accident occurred. No injuries were reported, another bus completed the transportation of the children, the investigation is continuing and tickets are pending.
Delaware Valley Humane Society currently has many dog & cats up for adoption at their Sidney facility. Shelter Manager Erin Johnson told WCDO news about the adoption process:
(Erin Johnson 2-3-17)
Johnson also said that the Shelter is in need of Pine sol, as well as dog & cat food, more information is available at 563-7780, or at DVHSNY.ORG.
$2.5 Million Dollars in renovations are underway at NYSEG stadium in Binghamton, for the inaugural season as the "Binghamton Rumble Ponies". Team Spokesman Ed Saunders explains:
(Ed Saunders 2-3-17)
The team announced a full schedule of Promotional events at Nyseg Stadium this season, details are available at BINGRP.COM.
The Hartwick College Center for Craft Food & Beverage will host the Farmer Brewer Winter Weekend conference, this weekend. More than 100 farmers, brewers, will attend the 2-day conference , this year’s theme is “Everything in Modification,” More information is available at hartwick.edu
The annual Ice harvest festival will be held at the Hanford Mills in the town of Meredith on Saturday. Executive Director Liz Callahan said that the festival is a hands-on experience, to see how County Residence lived before electric refrigerators or freezer:
(Liz Callahan 2-3-17)
the event runs from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday at the facility on County Route 12 in East Meredith. More information is available at 278-5744.
Governor Cuomo reminded out-of-state and Canadian snowmobile enthusiasts that this weekend is New York’s annual Free Snowmobiling Weekend. State registration fees will be waived for properly registered and insured out-of-state snowmobilers, Snowmobile registration costs $100, but decreases to $45 if the snowmobiler is a member of a local snowmobile club. This fee will be waived for out-of-state and Canadian snowmobilers during the promotional weekend, provided they are properly registered and insured in another state or Canada.
For the 3rd time in the past 4 NFL seasons, football goal posts manufactured by Sportsfield Specialties in Delhi, will make an appearance framing the playing field at the Super Bowl. This year’s game will be hosted at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on Sunday. Company officials reported that their goal posts were also used at MetLife Stadium in 2014 when the Seattle beat Denver & again in 2015 when the New England beat Seattle at University of Phoenix Stadium & also in 2008, when Sportsfield's goal posts were 1st used in a Super Bowl as the New York Giants upset the New England Patriots.
State Police arrested 37-year-old Brian Strube of Norwich, for Criminal Possession of a Weapon and Unlawful Possession of Marijuana. Strube stopped by Police for a brake light that was not working, after smelling marijuana inside the vehicle a search was conducted, Strube was found to unlawfully possess about 2 grams of marijuana and an illegal dagger, he was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Norwich Court at a later date.
NYSEG is conducting a routine inspection of transmission lines by Drones this week. Inspections began last month in the Broome county area, they will begin in the Oneonta today through FEBRUARY 8th.
The Sidney Central School observatory will be open to the public tonight, Sidney High School Science Teacher Rich Townsend comments:
(Rich Townsend 2-3-17)
The observatory will be open from 6:00 to 7:30 pm, the event is free to the public.
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