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WCDO News — Wednesday 8-27-25
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 8-27-25
Governor Hochul announced the Environmental Facilities Corporation surpassed $3.4 billion in executed financial assistance agreements for 328 water infrastructure projects across the State, A 55% in funding over the previous year. The projects improve water quality, safeguard public health and the environment and contribute an estimated 30,000 jobs. The application period for the next round of Grants is now open through September 12, Applications and information about the grants can be found at efc.ny.gov.
UHS Delaware Valley Hospital has been awarded a $20 million grant through the State Department of Health. The Hospital recently announced plans to build a 4-story addition & the grant will support that expansion. The new building will house primary medical care services, specialty services, physical, occupational & speech therapy and a laboratory, The Medical Neighborhood Project is expected to begin shortly, with the anticipated completion by the end of 2027.
The Deposit and Hancock Central School Districts Boards of Education have voted to move forward with a merger feasibility study, to see if it would be advantageous to combine the 2 districts. The New York State Education Department will provide up to $100,000 to help pay for the study, which will Review district enrollment, staffing, facilities, finances, and programs, weigh the possible benefits and challenges of merging and Gather input from people from both districts. Updates will be shared on district websites, newsletters, and at public meetings.
Delaware County Office for the Aging will present " Name that Scam" an interactive, and informative presentation from the Elder Abuse Center at Lifespan of Greater Rochester. The event will be held on September 25th at 10 am. at the Delaware County Sheriff's Department at 280 Phoebe Lane, Delhi, RSVP's are requested at 607-832-5750.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 8-27-25
State Police and the Broome County Sheriff’s Department responded to a residential fire at a home on Broad Street in the town of Chenango, A 26-year-old female resident had been able to get herself and two children, ages five and two, out of the home, but was unable to get to a one-year-old due to the heavy thick smoke. Troopers and Sheriff’s Deputies were able to get in through a window and get the one-year-old out of the home. The child was transported to Upstate Medical Center and passed away from the injuries sustained in the fire. Troopers are working with Broome County Fire Investigators to determine the cause of the fire.
The last show of the Sidney Summer Music Series will be tonight at Main & Division Streets in Sidney, Sidney Chamber of Commerce President Teri Schunk explains:
(Teri Schunk 8-20-25)
Schunk said the show was originally scheduled for last Wednesday but was moved due to the inclement weather.
Public Meeting #1 for the Otsego Lake Watershed Protection Plan will be held Today, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. at Glimmerglass State Park in the Lakeview Pavilion, at County Road 31, Cooperstown. The public meeting will provide an overview of the planning process and the desired outcome of the Watershed Protection Plan. A community survey will be launched during the public meeting and will be available for at least one month to gather additional input from the community. The Department of State provided funding to develop a Plan that identifies water quality threats and recommends local actions to safeguard the resource. Water quality in Otsego Lake is changing because of climate change, invasive species, and harmful inputs to the lake, the plan will identify causes of the degrading water quality and define specific actions to protect the lake and watershed.
Governor Hochul announced the Environmental Facilities Corporation surpassed $3.4 billion in executed financial assistance agreements for 328 water infrastructure projects across the State, A 55% in funding over the previous year. The projects improve water quality, safeguard public health and the environment and contribute an estimated 30,000 jobs. The application period for the next round of Grants is now open through September 12, Applications and information about the grants can be found at efc.ny.gov.
UHS Delaware Valley Hospital has been awarded a $20 million grant through the State Department of Health. The Hospital recently announced plans to build a 4-story addition & the grant will support that expansion. The new building will house primary medical care services, specialty services, physical, occupational & speech therapy and a laboratory, The Medical Neighborhood Project is expected to begin shortly, with the anticipated completion by the end of 2027.
The Deposit and Hancock Central School Districts Boards of Education have voted to move forward with a merger feasibility study, to see if it would be advantageous to combine the 2 districts. The New York State Education Department will provide up to $100,000 to help pay for the study, which will Review district enrollment, staffing, facilities, finances, and programs, weigh the possible benefits and challenges of merging and Gather input from people from both districts. Updates will be shared on district websites, newsletters, and at public meetings.
Delaware County Office for the Aging will present " Name that Scam" an interactive, and informative presentation from the Elder Abuse Center at Lifespan of Greater Rochester. The event will be held on September 25th at 10 am. at the Delaware County Sheriff's Department at 280 Phoebe Lane, Delhi, RSVP's are requested at 607-832-5750.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 8-27-25
State Police and the Broome County Sheriff’s Department responded to a residential fire at a home on Broad Street in the town of Chenango, A 26-year-old female resident had been able to get herself and two children, ages five and two, out of the home, but was unable to get to a one-year-old due to the heavy thick smoke. Troopers and Sheriff’s Deputies were able to get in through a window and get the one-year-old out of the home. The child was transported to Upstate Medical Center and passed away from the injuries sustained in the fire. Troopers are working with Broome County Fire Investigators to determine the cause of the fire.
The last show of the Sidney Summer Music Series will be tonight at Main & Division Streets in Sidney, Sidney Chamber of Commerce President Teri Schunk explains:
(Teri Schunk 8-20-25)
Schunk said the show was originally scheduled for last Wednesday but was moved due to the inclement weather.
Public Meeting #1 for the Otsego Lake Watershed Protection Plan will be held Today, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. at Glimmerglass State Park in the Lakeview Pavilion, at County Road 31, Cooperstown. The public meeting will provide an overview of the planning process and the desired outcome of the Watershed Protection Plan. A community survey will be launched during the public meeting and will be available for at least one month to gather additional input from the community. The Department of State provided funding to develop a Plan that identifies water quality threats and recommends local actions to safeguard the resource. Water quality in Otsego Lake is changing because of climate change, invasive species, and harmful inputs to the lake, the plan will identify causes of the degrading water quality and define specific actions to protect the lake and watershed.
Delaware County Office for the AgingDEPOSIT CENTRAL SCHOOLEnvironmental Facilities CorporationGLIMMERGLASS STATE PARKGOVERNOR HOCHULHANCOCK CENTRAL SCHOOLNew YorkNYOTSEGO LAKE WATERSHED PROTECTION PLANSIDNEY SUMMER MUSIC SERIESSTATE EDUCATION DEPARTMENTState Health DepartmentTERI SCHUNKTown of ChenangoUHS DELAWARE VALLEY HOSPITALWaltonWCDO
WCDO News — Friday 5-23-25
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-23-25
The State Police “Buckle Up New York, Click It or Ticket” campaign will continue through June 1. Police will have additional patrols, conduct more traffic stops, and will maintain a zero tolerance policy for unbuckled drivers and passengers. Seat belts reduce the risk of injury or death in a crash by 20%, an average of 200 New Yorkers die each year due to not buckling up.
The General Clinton Canoe regatta gets underway today with activities on the river & at General Clinton Park, Sunday will be the big day with the 70 mile races from Cooperstown to Bainbridge, as well as activities in the park, according to Regatta Co-Chairman Mike Kaufman:
(Mike Kaufman Sunday)
WCDO will have full team coverage of the 70 mile races, including interviews with participants after the races Sunday afternoon.
The Sidney Veteran’s Memorial Park will have an Installation Ceremony Saturday at the Sidney Elks Lodge at 11:00 AM, Park president Doug Barnard explains:
(Doug Barnard 5-21-25)
Barnard also said that their Fundraising Golf Tournament will be held on June 7th at the Sidney Golf Course. More information is available at SVMPA.org.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors approved over $37 million in financial assistance for water infrastructure improvement projects across New York State, locally, the Village of Otego was awarded $3.9 million in grants for the installation of a redundant production well, replacement of asbestos-lined pipe and exposed water main, relocation of a well house treatment building to a higher elevation, replacement of a booster pump station, and the installation of a tank mixer.
The Bassett Cancer Institute is inviting all cancer survivors to its annual Survivors Day Luncheon, which will be held this year at Fenimore Farm & Country Village in Cooperstown from 1:30 pm. to 3:30 pm on Sunday, June 1st. The event will be catered by Brooks’ House of BBQ and is free to anyone who has received a cancer diagnosis, plus one guest. Registration will be ending today and is required. Those wishing to attend should call 1-800-BASSETT.
The State Police “Buckle Up New York, Click It or Ticket” campaign will continue through June 1. Police will have additional patrols, conduct more traffic stops, and will maintain a zero tolerance policy for unbuckled drivers and passengers. Seat belts reduce the risk of injury or death in a crash by 20%, an average of 200 New Yorkers die each year due to not buckling up.
The General Clinton Canoe regatta gets underway today with activities on the river & at General Clinton Park, Sunday will be the big day with the 70 mile races from Cooperstown to Bainbridge, as well as activities in the park, according to Regatta Co-Chairman Mike Kaufman:
(Mike Kaufman Sunday)
WCDO will have full team coverage of the 70 mile races, including interviews with participants after the races Sunday afternoon.
The Sidney Veteran’s Memorial Park will have an Installation Ceremony Saturday at the Sidney Elks Lodge at 11:00 AM, Park president Doug Barnard explains:
(Doug Barnard 5-21-25)
Barnard also said that their Fundraising Golf Tournament will be held on June 7th at the Sidney Golf Course. More information is available at SVMPA.org.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors approved over $37 million in financial assistance for water infrastructure improvement projects across New York State, locally, the Village of Otego was awarded $3.9 million in grants for the installation of a redundant production well, replacement of asbestos-lined pipe and exposed water main, relocation of a well house treatment building to a higher elevation, replacement of a booster pump station, and the installation of a tank mixer.
The Bassett Cancer Institute is inviting all cancer survivors to its annual Survivors Day Luncheon, which will be held this year at Fenimore Farm & Country Village in Cooperstown from 1:30 pm. to 3:30 pm on Sunday, June 1st. The event will be catered by Brooks’ House of BBQ and is free to anyone who has received a cancer diagnosis, plus one guest. Registration will be ending today and is required. Those wishing to attend should call 1-800-BASSETT.
WCDO News — Friday 1-24-25
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 1-24-25
A Delaware County Grand Jury returned a 2-count indictment against 36 year old Benjamin Combes of New Lisbon, for Course of Sexual Conduct Against a Child, & Predator Sexual Assault against a child. Combes is accused of engaging in acts of sexual conduct against a child less than 13 years old, he faces up to 25 years in prison and 20 years of post-release supervision, Combes is currently incarcerated in Otsego County for unrelated charges. He is scheduled to be transported to Delaware County Court for arraignment on January 28th. .
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office was made aware of a scam that has been circulating, where someone claims to be working with the Sheriff’s Office and asking for money for missing court dates. Sheriff Cutting announced that members of the Sheriff’s Office do not call asking for money regarding criminal matters, and anyone with further questions can call the Sheriff's Office at 607-334-2000
Governor Hochul is proposing $8 million dollars in her executive budget to strengthen security at the Northern Border by adding more state troopers:
(Hochul 1-24-25)
There have been increased numbers of illegal Immigrants crossing the norther border with Canada coming from Mexico & Central American Countries, and they are suspected of sneaking in illicit drugs, after crackdowns at the Southern Border.
22 school districts were designated in some level of fiscal stress under State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli's Fiscal Stress Monitoring System for the school year ending this June, up from 16 districts in fiscal stress last year. The low number of districts with stress designations largely reflects recent increases in state and federal aid, there were no districts within the WCDO listening on the list this year.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 1-24-25
State Police executed a search warrant at a property on Mudge King Road in the town of North Norwich Wednesday night as part of an investigation into possible animal neglect. Over 4 dozen animals were removed, including 30 horses, all animals were all in need of medical care & were taken to various animal rescue locations around the region, Police located multiple deceased animals on the property. The landowners are cooperating with State Police, who were assisted by the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office, Chenango County Office of Emergency Management, the Susquehanna SPCA, Chenango County SPCA, and numerous animal care professionals and advocates. The investigation is on-going.
The Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors approved $273 million in financial assistance for water infrastructure improvement projects across New York State. Locally, Funding was approved for the City of Norwich for $4 million in grant and interest-free financing for the planning, design, and construction of wastewater treatment plant upgrades, the Village of Sherburne receives $3.7 million grant for the planning, design, and construction of wastewater treatment plant upgrades.
The State DEC announced $342,500 in grants were awarded to 17 municipalities across the state to purchase or lease zero-emission light- and medium-duty fleet vehicles as part of the Municipal Zero-Emission Vehicle Rebate Program. The 2024 round of the program is making 17 awards to municipalities, Recipients of the 2024 rebate awards include the City of Binghamton, with $15,000 for 3 battery electric vehicles & the Town of Oneonta, with $7,500 for one battery electric vehicle.
Various Law Enforcement Officials in Broome County joined with the Lindsey family, to express their opposition to the potential parole of James Wales, the convicted murderer of 12-year-old Cheri Lindsey in 1984. Wales was convicted for rape and murder, he has been denied parole 5 times since becoming eligible in 2017, he is scheduled for consideration by the New York State Parole Board.
The Oneonta Rotary & the Otsego County Department of Health announced the installation of 5 new Narcan Boxes throughout the county as part of its ongoing efforts to combat the opioid epidemic. The vending machines are located in Cherry Valley, Edmeston, Cooperstown, and Richfield Springs, the Oneonta Narcan Box is located at the Elm Park Methodist Church.
The Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre and Gallery Presents The Kevin Prater Band Saturday night, Jericho Arts Council Spokesman Phil Wade Comments:
(Phil Wade)
Ticket Reservations are available by calling (607) 288-3882.
A Delaware County Grand Jury returned a 2-count indictment against 36 year old Benjamin Combes of New Lisbon, for Course of Sexual Conduct Against a Child, & Predator Sexual Assault against a child. Combes is accused of engaging in acts of sexual conduct against a child less than 13 years old, he faces up to 25 years in prison and 20 years of post-release supervision, Combes is currently incarcerated in Otsego County for unrelated charges. He is scheduled to be transported to Delaware County Court for arraignment on January 28th. .
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office was made aware of a scam that has been circulating, where someone claims to be working with the Sheriff’s Office and asking for money for missing court dates. Sheriff Cutting announced that members of the Sheriff’s Office do not call asking for money regarding criminal matters, and anyone with further questions can call the Sheriff's Office at 607-334-2000
Governor Hochul is proposing $8 million dollars in her executive budget to strengthen security at the Northern Border by adding more state troopers:
(Hochul 1-24-25)
There have been increased numbers of illegal Immigrants crossing the norther border with Canada coming from Mexico & Central American Countries, and they are suspected of sneaking in illicit drugs, after crackdowns at the Southern Border.
22 school districts were designated in some level of fiscal stress under State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli's Fiscal Stress Monitoring System for the school year ending this June, up from 16 districts in fiscal stress last year. The low number of districts with stress designations largely reflects recent increases in state and federal aid, there were no districts within the WCDO listening on the list this year.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 1-24-25
State Police executed a search warrant at a property on Mudge King Road in the town of North Norwich Wednesday night as part of an investigation into possible animal neglect. Over 4 dozen animals were removed, including 30 horses, all animals were all in need of medical care & were taken to various animal rescue locations around the region, Police located multiple deceased animals on the property. The landowners are cooperating with State Police, who were assisted by the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office, Chenango County Office of Emergency Management, the Susquehanna SPCA, Chenango County SPCA, and numerous animal care professionals and advocates. The investigation is on-going.
The Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors approved $273 million in financial assistance for water infrastructure improvement projects across New York State. Locally, Funding was approved for the City of Norwich for $4 million in grant and interest-free financing for the planning, design, and construction of wastewater treatment plant upgrades, the Village of Sherburne receives $3.7 million grant for the planning, design, and construction of wastewater treatment plant upgrades.
The State DEC announced $342,500 in grants were awarded to 17 municipalities across the state to purchase or lease zero-emission light- and medium-duty fleet vehicles as part of the Municipal Zero-Emission Vehicle Rebate Program. The 2024 round of the program is making 17 awards to municipalities, Recipients of the 2024 rebate awards include the City of Binghamton, with $15,000 for 3 battery electric vehicles & the Town of Oneonta, with $7,500 for one battery electric vehicle.
Various Law Enforcement Officials in Broome County joined with the Lindsey family, to express their opposition to the potential parole of James Wales, the convicted murderer of 12-year-old Cheri Lindsey in 1984. Wales was convicted for rape and murder, he has been denied parole 5 times since becoming eligible in 2017, he is scheduled for consideration by the New York State Parole Board.
The Oneonta Rotary & the Otsego County Department of Health announced the installation of 5 new Narcan Boxes throughout the county as part of its ongoing efforts to combat the opioid epidemic. The vending machines are located in Cherry Valley, Edmeston, Cooperstown, and Richfield Springs, the Oneonta Narcan Box is located at the Elm Park Methodist Church.
The Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre and Gallery Presents The Kevin Prater Band Saturday night, Jericho Arts Council Spokesman Phil Wade Comments:
(Phil Wade)
Ticket Reservations are available by calling (607) 288-3882.
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