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WCDO News — Friday 7-10-26
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-10-26
Oneonta Firefighters responded this morning to a reported structure fire at 525 Main Street at the Oneonta veterinary Hospital. 3 on-duty firefighters arrived within minutes to find fire rapidly extending up the exterior wall of the building. Crews knocked down the fire, checked for extension, and searched the building to ensure the fire had not spread into the structure, off duty Firefighters were called back to assist.
The Annual 3 on 3 GUS MACKER Basketball tournament will be the main attraction in Norwich Saturday & Sunday, there has been an extra added game to the festivities, according to organizer Tom Revoir:
(Tom Revoir 7-10-26)
Over 300 teams are participating in the Norwich Macker tournament this year.
The 1st of 2 Summer Educational Series from the Cullman Child Development Center will be held Sunday with the 2nd annual Soap Box Derby, Cullman Director Amy Williams explains:
(Amy Williams 7-10-26)
The Soap Box Derby will run from 10:00 to 3:00 on Sunday, on Clifton Street. there will be divisions for kids, teens & adults.
30th Anniversary Stagecoach Run Art Festival will be held Saturday & Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, at various locations around Franklin & Treadwell, More than 40 artists in various disciplines will be displaying their work, more information is available at stagecoachrun.com.
A.M. NEWS Friday 7-10-26
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35 year old Ross Scribner of Greene for 2nd degree strangulation, from a domestic incident, where he allegedly choked a victim, he was arrested and processed & was taken to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $2,000 cash bail, He is scheduled to appear in the Town of Greene Court at a later date.
State Police responded to a report of a child in distress at a swimming pool at the Binghamton Country Club on Robinson Hill Road. Upon the Troopers’ arrival, bystanders and lifeguards had already initiated lifesaving measures for an unresponsive 11-year-old boy, Troopers assisted in those efforts until the child was transported by ambulance to Wilson Medical Center and subsequently flown to Upstate University Hospital, where the child passed away. The official cause and manner of death will be determined by the Medical Examiner’s Office following further examination. No foul play is suspected at this time.
The Otsego County Fire Fighters convention continues today & concludes in Otego Saturday with a variety activities, Otego Fire Chief Joe Hurlburt explains:
(Joe Hurlburt 7-10-26)
More information is available at the Otsego County Fire fighters Facebook page.
The Doors tribute band “Crystal Ship” will be at Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta Saturday, director Geoff Doyle comments:
(Geoff Doyle 7-10-26)
Tickets are available at foothillspac.org, or at the door Saturday.
The 2026 Unadilla Carnival of Sales takes place on Saturday, along Main Street, Unadilla Chamber of Commerce President Jackie Carey explains:
(Jackie Carey 7-10-26)
The Carnival of Sales runs from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, more information is available at the Go Unadilla NY Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.
Oneonta Firefighters responded this morning to a reported structure fire at 525 Main Street at the Oneonta veterinary Hospital. 3 on-duty firefighters arrived within minutes to find fire rapidly extending up the exterior wall of the building. Crews knocked down the fire, checked for extension, and searched the building to ensure the fire had not spread into the structure, off duty Firefighters were called back to assist.
The Annual 3 on 3 GUS MACKER Basketball tournament will be the main attraction in Norwich Saturday & Sunday, there has been an extra added game to the festivities, according to organizer Tom Revoir:
(Tom Revoir 7-10-26)
Over 300 teams are participating in the Norwich Macker tournament this year.
The 1st of 2 Summer Educational Series from the Cullman Child Development Center will be held Sunday with the 2nd annual Soap Box Derby, Cullman Director Amy Williams explains:
(Amy Williams 7-10-26)
The Soap Box Derby will run from 10:00 to 3:00 on Sunday, on Clifton Street. there will be divisions for kids, teens & adults.
30th Anniversary Stagecoach Run Art Festival will be held Saturday & Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, at various locations around Franklin & Treadwell, More than 40 artists in various disciplines will be displaying their work, more information is available at stagecoachrun.com.
A.M. NEWS Friday 7-10-26
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35 year old Ross Scribner of Greene for 2nd degree strangulation, from a domestic incident, where he allegedly choked a victim, he was arrested and processed & was taken to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $2,000 cash bail, He is scheduled to appear in the Town of Greene Court at a later date.
State Police responded to a report of a child in distress at a swimming pool at the Binghamton Country Club on Robinson Hill Road. Upon the Troopers’ arrival, bystanders and lifeguards had already initiated lifesaving measures for an unresponsive 11-year-old boy, Troopers assisted in those efforts until the child was transported by ambulance to Wilson Medical Center and subsequently flown to Upstate University Hospital, where the child passed away. The official cause and manner of death will be determined by the Medical Examiner’s Office following further examination. No foul play is suspected at this time.
The Otsego County Fire Fighters convention continues today & concludes in Otego Saturday with a variety activities, Otego Fire Chief Joe Hurlburt explains:
(Joe Hurlburt 7-10-26)
More information is available at the Otsego County Fire fighters Facebook page.
The Doors tribute band “Crystal Ship” will be at Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta Saturday, director Geoff Doyle comments:
(Geoff Doyle 7-10-26)
Tickets are available at foothillspac.org, or at the door Saturday.
The 2026 Unadilla Carnival of Sales takes place on Saturday, along Main Street, Unadilla Chamber of Commerce President Jackie Carey explains:
(Jackie Carey 7-10-26)
The Carnival of Sales runs from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, more information is available at the Go Unadilla NY Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.
AMY WILLIAMSBINGHAMTON COUNTRY CLUBCRYSTAL SHIPCULLMAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERFoothills Performing Arts and Civic CenterFRANKLINGEOFF DOYLEGUS MACKER BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTJackie CareyJOE HURLBURTNew YorkNORWICH AERONYONEONTA FIRE DEPARTMENTOtegoOTSEGO COUNTY FIREFIGHTERS CONVENTIONROSS SCRIBNERSOAP BOX DERBYSTAGECOACH RUN ART FESTIVALTOM REVOIRTREADWELLUNADILLAUNADILLA CARNIVAL OF SALESUnadilla Chamber Of CommerceWCDO
WCDO News — Wednesday 3-25-26
P.M. NEWS Wednesday 3-25-26
Governor Hochul has been making stops around the state to gain support for her Affordability agenda, as prices are skyrocketing at the pump, in the ability to building more housing and Cutting the cost of Auto insurance due to fraud:
(Hochul 3-25-25)
Governor Hochul is also backing off on some on some of her lofty goals regarding electric vehicles, there is 1 week to go to get the state budget passed on time for the beginning of the next fiscal year.
22 year old Shawn Lynch of Binghamton, pleaded guilty today to 1st Degree Assault & and will serve 9 years in a State Prison, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision. This conviction stems from a shooting on April 13, 2025, in Binghamton. Binghamton Police responded to a report of shots fired and learned that the victim had been transported to Wilson Hospital, where he underwent emergency surgery and survived. Police determined that the victim had been following his ex-girlfriend in a vehicle when the 2 became involved in an argument, Lynch was in a nearby driveway & fired multiple shots at the victim, striking him in the arm and chest. Sentencing for Lynch is scheduled for June 24th in Broome County Court.
The Foothills Performing Arts Center a return engagement for the 3rd consecutive year, of the "Idol Kings" this Saturday Night, Foothills spokesman Geoff Doyle explains:
(Geoff Doyle 3-25-26)
Tickets & More information about this & future shows are available at foothillspac.org.
Tops Friendly Markets announced today a Class 1 recall on Christopher Ranch peeled Garlic, sold at Tops stores in New York, Pennsylvania & Vermont. The recall states that 6 oz. packages of Christopher Ranch peeled garlic needs to be 32 to 37 degrees, and the open-air coolers that they have cannot get to this temperature." a Class 1 recall means that the item in question could lead to serious health issues or even death, Tops you give consumers a full refund with proof of purchase if you return the garlic to one of their stores.
Law Enforcement agencies are warning residents about potential scams involving callers posing as DIRECTV employees. The callers tell victims that their service will be terminated and that they need to call back to continue their discounts. The scammer then requests personal information from the victim, Law Enforcement reminds people to never give personal information, to cold calls, those who receive the latest scam calls should contact DIRECTV at the phone numbers listed on its website, directv.com
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 3-25-26
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 26 year old Anthony Lynn of Unadilla for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Introducing Dangerous Contraband, following an investigation in to an inmate being in possession of a controlled substance in the Otsego County Correctional Facility. Investigation revealed that while being admitted to the correctional facility on unrelated charges, Lynn was in possession of cocaine, Lynn turned himself in to the Sheriff’s Office, he was processed, was arraigned and released on his own recognizance.
The State DEC announced another year of safe hunting, nearly 600,000 New Yorkers participate annually, The 2025 hunting season was the safest in New York’s recorded history. The total number of hunting-related shooting incidents was 7, 5 of which were self-inflicted and 2 involved more than one person. 1 incident involved an unlicensed individual who was hunting illegally, DEC also documented 9 falls from tree stands or elevated platforms, including one fatality.
Hartwick College will conduct an emergency response training exercise today, beginning in the late morning and continuing through early afternoon. Emergency vehicles and first responders from local agencies, including the Oneonta Police Department, Oneonta Fire Department, New York State Electric and Gas, Hartwick College campus safety personnel and SUNY Oneonta's volunteer EMS squad, will participate in the coordinated training effort. The exercise will begin off-campus and then move to the Clark Nursing Simulation Laboratory in Smith Hall, The event will provide Hartwick College nursing students with hands-on emergency response experience.
Governor Hochul has been making stops around the state to gain support for her Affordability agenda, as prices are skyrocketing at the pump, in the ability to building more housing and Cutting the cost of Auto insurance due to fraud:
(Hochul 3-25-25)
Governor Hochul is also backing off on some on some of her lofty goals regarding electric vehicles, there is 1 week to go to get the state budget passed on time for the beginning of the next fiscal year.
22 year old Shawn Lynch of Binghamton, pleaded guilty today to 1st Degree Assault & and will serve 9 years in a State Prison, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision. This conviction stems from a shooting on April 13, 2025, in Binghamton. Binghamton Police responded to a report of shots fired and learned that the victim had been transported to Wilson Hospital, where he underwent emergency surgery and survived. Police determined that the victim had been following his ex-girlfriend in a vehicle when the 2 became involved in an argument, Lynch was in a nearby driveway & fired multiple shots at the victim, striking him in the arm and chest. Sentencing for Lynch is scheduled for June 24th in Broome County Court.
The Foothills Performing Arts Center a return engagement for the 3rd consecutive year, of the "Idol Kings" this Saturday Night, Foothills spokesman Geoff Doyle explains:
(Geoff Doyle 3-25-26)
Tickets & More information about this & future shows are available at foothillspac.org.
Tops Friendly Markets announced today a Class 1 recall on Christopher Ranch peeled Garlic, sold at Tops stores in New York, Pennsylvania & Vermont. The recall states that 6 oz. packages of Christopher Ranch peeled garlic needs to be 32 to 37 degrees, and the open-air coolers that they have cannot get to this temperature." a Class 1 recall means that the item in question could lead to serious health issues or even death, Tops you give consumers a full refund with proof of purchase if you return the garlic to one of their stores.
Law Enforcement agencies are warning residents about potential scams involving callers posing as DIRECTV employees. The callers tell victims that their service will be terminated and that they need to call back to continue their discounts. The scammer then requests personal information from the victim, Law Enforcement reminds people to never give personal information, to cold calls, those who receive the latest scam calls should contact DIRECTV at the phone numbers listed on its website, directv.com
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 3-25-26
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 26 year old Anthony Lynn of Unadilla for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Introducing Dangerous Contraband, following an investigation in to an inmate being in possession of a controlled substance in the Otsego County Correctional Facility. Investigation revealed that while being admitted to the correctional facility on unrelated charges, Lynn was in possession of cocaine, Lynn turned himself in to the Sheriff’s Office, he was processed, was arraigned and released on his own recognizance.
The State DEC announced another year of safe hunting, nearly 600,000 New Yorkers participate annually, The 2025 hunting season was the safest in New York’s recorded history. The total number of hunting-related shooting incidents was 7, 5 of which were self-inflicted and 2 involved more than one person. 1 incident involved an unlicensed individual who was hunting illegally, DEC also documented 9 falls from tree stands or elevated platforms, including one fatality.
Hartwick College will conduct an emergency response training exercise today, beginning in the late morning and continuing through early afternoon. Emergency vehicles and first responders from local agencies, including the Oneonta Police Department, Oneonta Fire Department, New York State Electric and Gas, Hartwick College campus safety personnel and SUNY Oneonta's volunteer EMS squad, will participate in the coordinated training effort. The exercise will begin off-campus and then move to the Clark Nursing Simulation Laboratory in Smith Hall, The event will provide Hartwick College nursing students with hands-on emergency response experience.
WCDO News — Wednesday 12-17-25
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-17-25
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 38 year old Christopher Decker of Unadilla, following the report of a domestic dispute. Decker was charged with Assault, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing or Blood Circulation, Unlawful Imprisonment, Endangering the Welfare of a Child & Harassment. Decker was being held at the Otsego County Sheriff’s Office pending Arraignment, he is scheduled to appear in Unadilla Town Court at a later date.
With the season of holiday parties, the State Police remind motorists to not drink or engage in similar risky behaviors, and then get behind the wheel, Trooper Aga Tinker of Troop C in Sidney comments;
(Trooper Aga Tinker 12-17-25)
State Police will have extra patrols out During the holiday season to make sure that people get home safe.
Twelve Twenty-Four will play at the Foothills Performing Arts Center Thursday night, with their tribute to Trans Siberian Orchestra, Foothills Spokesman Geoff Doyle explains:
(Geoff Doyle 12-17-25)
Tickets can also be purchased at foothillspac.org, more information is available at 1224band.com or foothillspac.org
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a law banning online sweepstakes casinos in New York, which are sites that let people play casino-like games with virtual coins that could be traded for cash or prizes. The new law not only outlaws these online casino-like games, it also prohibits companies that support them, like payment processors and advertisers. Penalties can reach up to $100,000 per violation. New York now joins New Jersey, California, Connecticut, Montana, and Nevada, in the ban of those online activities.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 12-17-25
The Broome County Sheriff’s Strategic Response Group utilized drone technology and its K9 unit to track down 2 fleeing suspects on foot following a high-speed vehicle pursuit in Binghamton, Kirkwood and Windsor. On December 11, deputies observed a pickup with a loud exhaust and an obstructed license plate in Binghamton, and attempted a routine traffic stop, the Pickup failed to comply, and led deputies on the pursuit, reaching speeds of 100miles per hour before the driver drove through a field before getting stuck, the 2 suspects fled on foot through the woods. K9 Raven and a drone tracked the suspects through the woods, they arrested 63 year old Tod Archibald of Starlight, Pennsylvania and 42 year old Ryan Dirig of Long Eddy, Officer seized cocaine, crack cocaine and fentanyl from Dirig, he was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Sell, Attempted Grand Larceny, Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle, Reckless Endangerment, and a host of other charges, Archibald was charged with Obstruction of Governmental Administration.
American Red Cross Blood Drives are being held today, one in Walton from 1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., at the First Baptist Church, 55 Townsend Street, another will be in Cooperstown from 12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., at St Mary's Roman Catholic Church, 31 Elm Street. Appointments can be made by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum will celebrate the Dodgers’ second straight championship through Autumn Glory, the Museum’s tribute to the postseason in Cooperstown. the Museum acquired several artifacts from the Dodgers, including a Bat used by Miguel Rojas to hit his ninth-inning, game-tying home run in Game 7, Jersey worn by Shohei Ohtani, Bat used by Freddie Freeman to hit his walk-off home run in the 18th inning of Game 3, plus several items donated by Toronto's Trey Yesavage, Addison Barger & Max Scherzer. For more information, visit baseballhall.org or call 547-7200.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 38 year old Christopher Decker of Unadilla, following the report of a domestic dispute. Decker was charged with Assault, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing or Blood Circulation, Unlawful Imprisonment, Endangering the Welfare of a Child & Harassment. Decker was being held at the Otsego County Sheriff’s Office pending Arraignment, he is scheduled to appear in Unadilla Town Court at a later date.
With the season of holiday parties, the State Police remind motorists to not drink or engage in similar risky behaviors, and then get behind the wheel, Trooper Aga Tinker of Troop C in Sidney comments;
(Trooper Aga Tinker 12-17-25)
State Police will have extra patrols out During the holiday season to make sure that people get home safe.
Twelve Twenty-Four will play at the Foothills Performing Arts Center Thursday night, with their tribute to Trans Siberian Orchestra, Foothills Spokesman Geoff Doyle explains:
(Geoff Doyle 12-17-25)
Tickets can also be purchased at foothillspac.org, more information is available at 1224band.com or foothillspac.org
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a law banning online sweepstakes casinos in New York, which are sites that let people play casino-like games with virtual coins that could be traded for cash or prizes. The new law not only outlaws these online casino-like games, it also prohibits companies that support them, like payment processors and advertisers. Penalties can reach up to $100,000 per violation. New York now joins New Jersey, California, Connecticut, Montana, and Nevada, in the ban of those online activities.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 12-17-25
The Broome County Sheriff’s Strategic Response Group utilized drone technology and its K9 unit to track down 2 fleeing suspects on foot following a high-speed vehicle pursuit in Binghamton, Kirkwood and Windsor. On December 11, deputies observed a pickup with a loud exhaust and an obstructed license plate in Binghamton, and attempted a routine traffic stop, the Pickup failed to comply, and led deputies on the pursuit, reaching speeds of 100miles per hour before the driver drove through a field before getting stuck, the 2 suspects fled on foot through the woods. K9 Raven and a drone tracked the suspects through the woods, they arrested 63 year old Tod Archibald of Starlight, Pennsylvania and 42 year old Ryan Dirig of Long Eddy, Officer seized cocaine, crack cocaine and fentanyl from Dirig, he was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Sell, Attempted Grand Larceny, Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle, Reckless Endangerment, and a host of other charges, Archibald was charged with Obstruction of Governmental Administration.
American Red Cross Blood Drives are being held today, one in Walton from 1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., at the First Baptist Church, 55 Townsend Street, another will be in Cooperstown from 12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., at St Mary's Roman Catholic Church, 31 Elm Street. Appointments can be made by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum will celebrate the Dodgers’ second straight championship through Autumn Glory, the Museum’s tribute to the postseason in Cooperstown. the Museum acquired several artifacts from the Dodgers, including a Bat used by Miguel Rojas to hit his ninth-inning, game-tying home run in Game 7, Jersey worn by Shohei Ohtani, Bat used by Freddie Freeman to hit his walk-off home run in the 18th inning of Game 3, plus several items donated by Toronto's Trey Yesavage, Addison Barger & Max Scherzer. For more information, visit baseballhall.org or call 547-7200.
ADDISON BARGHERAMERICNA RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVESCHRISTOPHER DECKERCooperstownFoothills Performing Arts and Civic CenterFREDDIE FREEMANGEOFF DOYLEGOVERNOR HOCHULLONG EDDYMAX SCHERZERMIGUEL ROJASNATIONAL BASEBALL HALL OF FAME & MUSEUMNew YorkNYRYAN DIRIGSHOHEI OTANIST MARY'S CHURCHSTARLIGHT PENNSYLVANIATOD ARCHIBALDTREY YESAVAGETROOPER AGA TINKERWALTON 1ST BAPTIST CHURCHWCDO
WCDO News — Friday 11-14-25
P.M. NEWS Friday 11-14-25
Delaware County District Attorney Shawn Smith announced today the 3rd set of criminal indictments against 51 year old David Gensler of Delhi, Gensler was arraigned in Delaware County Court & the indictment was unsealed, the 3rd indictment is the result of a joint investigation by the Village of Delhi Police and the State Police. Previously, Gensler was indicted for Sexual Abuse, Attempted Sexual Abuse, Disseminating Indecent Materials to Minors, Luring a Child, Rape, Stalking & Unlawful Imprisonment. The New Indictments charges him with Falsely Reporting of an Incident, Offering a False Instrument for Filing, Tampering with Physical Evidence, & Conspiracy in order to falsely report a crime against another party. Gensler was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail, pending trial in this matter.
22 year old Matthew Bartosik of Conklin was sentenced today to 50 years in jail for the January 3rd killing of his uncle, Michael Lewis, following a family argument. Bartosik shot his uncle several times, resulting in his death, he also shot his cousin, who survived the incident. When police arrived and tried to enter the house, Bartosik shot at the troopers and deputies. Bartosik was eventually apprehended and took a plea deal and was convicted for 2nd degree murder, 4 counts of attempted murder, 3 counts of attempted murder of a police officer, plus criminal use of a firearm, criminal possession of a weapon & 1st degree assault.
The Next Comedy Night will be held tonight at the Community Cultural Center of Sidney, Spokesperson Amy Williams explains:
(Amy Williams 11-14-25)
Tickets for tonight's show are $15 a piece or $25 for a pair, more information is available at the Community Cultural Center Facebook page.
Fenimore Farm & Country Village in Cooperstown announces the return of Glimmer Nights, opening Saturday, November 22nd, spokesperson Kerri Green explains:
(Kerri Green 11-14-25)
The exhibit expands to 6 weeks and runs Thursday–Sunday evenings through December 28th, with a different display each weekend, Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door. For more information on ticket pricing and details on this & future events go to fenimorefarm.org/glimmernights or call (607) 547-1450.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 11-14-25
State Police arrested 43 year old Todd Seamon of Hartwick for 1st Degree Burglary, after Troopers were dispatched to a report of a burglary on State Route 28 in Schuyler Lake where a victim was assaulted. An investigation revealed that after an on-going dispute, Seamon forced entry into a 77-year-old's home and struck the victim multiple times causing injuries. The victim was transported to Bassett Hospital with what appear to be non-life-threatening injuries. Troopers located Seamon and he was arrested and processed. Seamon was transported to the Otsego County Correctional Facility for Centralized Arraignment.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 3 people following a traffic stop for a driver known to not have a valid driver's license. 24 year old Deanna Eignor of Hobart was stopped, her & a passenger, 26-year-old Schoen Stocks of Jefferson were found to have fentanyl, scales and packaging materials in the vehicle. Eignor & Stocks were charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia, and Eignor was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation & other traffic violations, she had been released on her own recognizance on unrelated charges, & was additionally charged with Criminal Contempt. 28-year-old Wesley Eignor of Hobart was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle after he arrived on the scene & did not have a valid license. Deanna Eignor was held on $5,000 bail, Stocks & Wesley Eignor were released on appearance tickets.
Several Area Fire companies responded to a fire at 41 Circle Drive in Sanitaria Springs last night after 10:00 PM. All occupants were able to escape, No injuries were reported, WCDO news will have more information as it becomes available.
The Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta is having their Annual Veterans Concert Saturday night that is free to all veterans, Executive Director Geoff Doyle explains:
(Geoff Doyle 11-14-25)
The website for tickets and information about future shows is foothillspac.org.
The Jericho Arts Council will present a new act to the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre stage Saturday, spokesman Phil Wade explains:
(Phil Wade 11-14-25)
Tickets can be reserved by calling 607-288-3882.
Delaware County District Attorney Shawn Smith announced today the 3rd set of criminal indictments against 51 year old David Gensler of Delhi, Gensler was arraigned in Delaware County Court & the indictment was unsealed, the 3rd indictment is the result of a joint investigation by the Village of Delhi Police and the State Police. Previously, Gensler was indicted for Sexual Abuse, Attempted Sexual Abuse, Disseminating Indecent Materials to Minors, Luring a Child, Rape, Stalking & Unlawful Imprisonment. The New Indictments charges him with Falsely Reporting of an Incident, Offering a False Instrument for Filing, Tampering with Physical Evidence, & Conspiracy in order to falsely report a crime against another party. Gensler was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail, pending trial in this matter.
22 year old Matthew Bartosik of Conklin was sentenced today to 50 years in jail for the January 3rd killing of his uncle, Michael Lewis, following a family argument. Bartosik shot his uncle several times, resulting in his death, he also shot his cousin, who survived the incident. When police arrived and tried to enter the house, Bartosik shot at the troopers and deputies. Bartosik was eventually apprehended and took a plea deal and was convicted for 2nd degree murder, 4 counts of attempted murder, 3 counts of attempted murder of a police officer, plus criminal use of a firearm, criminal possession of a weapon & 1st degree assault.
The Next Comedy Night will be held tonight at the Community Cultural Center of Sidney, Spokesperson Amy Williams explains:
(Amy Williams 11-14-25)
Tickets for tonight's show are $15 a piece or $25 for a pair, more information is available at the Community Cultural Center Facebook page.
Fenimore Farm & Country Village in Cooperstown announces the return of Glimmer Nights, opening Saturday, November 22nd, spokesperson Kerri Green explains:
(Kerri Green 11-14-25)
The exhibit expands to 6 weeks and runs Thursday–Sunday evenings through December 28th, with a different display each weekend, Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door. For more information on ticket pricing and details on this & future events go to fenimorefarm.org/glimmernights or call (607) 547-1450.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 11-14-25
State Police arrested 43 year old Todd Seamon of Hartwick for 1st Degree Burglary, after Troopers were dispatched to a report of a burglary on State Route 28 in Schuyler Lake where a victim was assaulted. An investigation revealed that after an on-going dispute, Seamon forced entry into a 77-year-old's home and struck the victim multiple times causing injuries. The victim was transported to Bassett Hospital with what appear to be non-life-threatening injuries. Troopers located Seamon and he was arrested and processed. Seamon was transported to the Otsego County Correctional Facility for Centralized Arraignment.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 3 people following a traffic stop for a driver known to not have a valid driver's license. 24 year old Deanna Eignor of Hobart was stopped, her & a passenger, 26-year-old Schoen Stocks of Jefferson were found to have fentanyl, scales and packaging materials in the vehicle. Eignor & Stocks were charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia, and Eignor was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation & other traffic violations, she had been released on her own recognizance on unrelated charges, & was additionally charged with Criminal Contempt. 28-year-old Wesley Eignor of Hobart was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle after he arrived on the scene & did not have a valid license. Deanna Eignor was held on $5,000 bail, Stocks & Wesley Eignor were released on appearance tickets.
Several Area Fire companies responded to a fire at 41 Circle Drive in Sanitaria Springs last night after 10:00 PM. All occupants were able to escape, No injuries were reported, WCDO news will have more information as it becomes available.
The Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta is having their Annual Veterans Concert Saturday night that is free to all veterans, Executive Director Geoff Doyle explains:
(Geoff Doyle 11-14-25)
The website for tickets and information about future shows is foothillspac.org.
The Jericho Arts Council will present a new act to the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre stage Saturday, spokesman Phil Wade explains:
(Phil Wade 11-14-25)
Tickets can be reserved by calling 607-288-3882.
AMY WILLIAMSBAINBRIDGE TOWN HALL THEATRECOMMUNITY CULTURAL CENTER OF SIDNEYConklinDAVID GENSLERDEANNA EIGNORDelhiFENIMORE FARMS AND COUNTRY VILLAGEFoothills Performing Arts and Civic CenterGEOFF DOYLEGLIMMER NIGHTSHARTWICKJERICHO ARTS COUNCILKerri GreenMATTHEW BARTOSIKMICHAEL LEWISNew YorkNYPHIL WADEROCKHEARTSSANITARIA SPRINGSSCHOEN STOCKSSCHUYLER LAKETODD SEAMONWESLEY EIGNOR
WCDO News — Friday 10-10-25
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-10-25
State Police responded to a 3 vehicle crash on State Route 12 in the town of Greene, where a Mazda driven by 22 year old Makayla Cummings of Utica, was traveling south on State Route 12, when she crossed into the opposing lane, striking a Ford Focus head-on, driven by 44 year old Angel Kiekel of Nineveh. Cummings continued off the roadway and struck a parked Honda Civic, then she struck the exterior of a residence. Cummings & Keikel were both transported to Wilson Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries, Cummings faces charges for the incident.
30 year old Karl Calhoun pleaded guilty in Broome County Court to Attempted Rape & Criminal Possession of a Weapon. On August 24th, Calhoun forcibly attacked a female, struck her multiple times, strangled her, and forcibly removed her clothing, she was able to resist the attack and escape to safety, the incident was captured on video surveillance, on September 5th, Vestal Police Department conducted a traffic stop on Calhoun, a search uncovered a loaded pistol with an extended magazine containing 9 live rounds, Calhoun will be sentenced to 10 years in state prison for Attempted Rape and 7 years for Criminal Possession of a Weapon, the sentences will run concurrently, and Calhoun will be required to register as a sex offender and an Order of Protection will remain in effect.
State Police are reminding the public to be aware of phone scams that tell a victim to withdraw large sums of money or buy gold bars to “protect their assets”. Scammers will call asking if the victim made a large purchase on Amazon, if they did not, the caller is told that their identity and social security number have been stolen, they are “transferred” to someone who claims to be from a credit union or a bank and advises that the victim to withdraw their money or purchase gold bars so that it can be held for “safe keeping”. The scammers will send a “courier” to collect the money or gold bars. State Police BCI announced the arrest of 41 year old Akash Thakkar of Hiawatha, New Jersey for Grand Larceny for a June 2024 larceny where scammers swindled $500,000 in gold bars, Troopers were able to identify Thakkar as the man who picked up the gold bars, he was processed & was turned over to the Tompkins County Jail for Arraignment.
A.M. NEWS Friday 10-10-25
Delhi Police Department arrested 23 year old Xavier Calderon of New City on 2 counts of Criminal Trespass, on September 27th Calderon allegedly broke into a residence and when confronted by the occupants, claimed he was retrieving property he had left there the previous night, the investigation revealed that Calderon had been inside the residence on September 26, when the tenants were away, and that he had slept in one of the bedrooms without permission. The tenants reported that they do not know Calderon and had never authorized him to be inside the home. Calderon was taken into custody, was processed and transported to for arraignment, where a Temporary Order of Protection was issued.
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal motor vehicle accident on I-81 in the City of Binghamton Thursday morning. Broome County Sheriff’s Office Road Patrol and emergency personnel responded to a 3-car accident on I-81 south at the off ramp of Exit 12, they found a U-Haul truck on fire with the driver entrapped in the vehicle, they attempted to extinguish the flames, the U-Haul operator was extricated and transported to Wilson Medical Center, but was was pronounced deceased at the hospital. The U-Haul was towing a vehicle, after merging from Route 17 and was approaching the off ramp of Exit 12 when an SUV attempted to merge across several lanes and struck the U-Haul, causing the operator to lose control and collide with a DOT attenuator truck. The identity of the deceased will be released pending notification of next of kin.
Fenimore Farms in Cooperstown will hold their annual Tractor Fest thus weekend, Spokesperson Kerri Green explains:
(Kerri Green 10-10-25)
The schedule & more information is available at fenimorefarm.org.
The Binghamton Black Bears will take to the ice for the season opener at Visions Veterans Memorial Arena in Binghamton tonight, spokesman Brooks Hill said that the team is looking to win its 3rd league championship in a row, with many returning players:
(Brooks Hill 10-10-25)
More information and tickets can be found at binghamtonblackbears.com.
Helios Care will hold a fundraising concert tonight beginning at 7:00 PM, at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street in Oneonta, spokesperson Kathryn Dailey said that fundraisers like this help fund a variety of useful programs:
(Kathryn Dailey 10-10-25)
The Grand Oneonta Opry Benefit concert will feature Elijah Wise, John Thompson and the Driftwoods joined by local musicians like Ken Wilber, The Horseshoe Lounge Playboys and Doug Decker, more information is available at helioscare.org.
The Foothills Performing Arts center will have their annual "Shocktoberfest" tomorrow, with a variety of activites according to spokesman Geoff Doyle:
(GEOFF DOYLE 10-10-25)
More information about Shocktoberfest & other events is available at foothillspac.org.
The 29th Annual Oktoberfest presented by the Deposit Chamber of Commerce will be held Sunday Oct 12th from 10am-5pm on Front Street in Deposit. There will be live music, children's activities, food vendors, beer tent, crafts, and street vendors. Visit the Deposit Chamber of Commerce Facebook page for more details.
State Police responded to a 3 vehicle crash on State Route 12 in the town of Greene, where a Mazda driven by 22 year old Makayla Cummings of Utica, was traveling south on State Route 12, when she crossed into the opposing lane, striking a Ford Focus head-on, driven by 44 year old Angel Kiekel of Nineveh. Cummings continued off the roadway and struck a parked Honda Civic, then she struck the exterior of a residence. Cummings & Keikel were both transported to Wilson Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries, Cummings faces charges for the incident.
30 year old Karl Calhoun pleaded guilty in Broome County Court to Attempted Rape & Criminal Possession of a Weapon. On August 24th, Calhoun forcibly attacked a female, struck her multiple times, strangled her, and forcibly removed her clothing, she was able to resist the attack and escape to safety, the incident was captured on video surveillance, on September 5th, Vestal Police Department conducted a traffic stop on Calhoun, a search uncovered a loaded pistol with an extended magazine containing 9 live rounds, Calhoun will be sentenced to 10 years in state prison for Attempted Rape and 7 years for Criminal Possession of a Weapon, the sentences will run concurrently, and Calhoun will be required to register as a sex offender and an Order of Protection will remain in effect.
State Police are reminding the public to be aware of phone scams that tell a victim to withdraw large sums of money or buy gold bars to “protect their assets”. Scammers will call asking if the victim made a large purchase on Amazon, if they did not, the caller is told that their identity and social security number have been stolen, they are “transferred” to someone who claims to be from a credit union or a bank and advises that the victim to withdraw their money or purchase gold bars so that it can be held for “safe keeping”. The scammers will send a “courier” to collect the money or gold bars. State Police BCI announced the arrest of 41 year old Akash Thakkar of Hiawatha, New Jersey for Grand Larceny for a June 2024 larceny where scammers swindled $500,000 in gold bars, Troopers were able to identify Thakkar as the man who picked up the gold bars, he was processed & was turned over to the Tompkins County Jail for Arraignment.
A.M. NEWS Friday 10-10-25
Delhi Police Department arrested 23 year old Xavier Calderon of New City on 2 counts of Criminal Trespass, on September 27th Calderon allegedly broke into a residence and when confronted by the occupants, claimed he was retrieving property he had left there the previous night, the investigation revealed that Calderon had been inside the residence on September 26, when the tenants were away, and that he had slept in one of the bedrooms without permission. The tenants reported that they do not know Calderon and had never authorized him to be inside the home. Calderon was taken into custody, was processed and transported to for arraignment, where a Temporary Order of Protection was issued.
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal motor vehicle accident on I-81 in the City of Binghamton Thursday morning. Broome County Sheriff’s Office Road Patrol and emergency personnel responded to a 3-car accident on I-81 south at the off ramp of Exit 12, they found a U-Haul truck on fire with the driver entrapped in the vehicle, they attempted to extinguish the flames, the U-Haul operator was extricated and transported to Wilson Medical Center, but was was pronounced deceased at the hospital. The U-Haul was towing a vehicle, after merging from Route 17 and was approaching the off ramp of Exit 12 when an SUV attempted to merge across several lanes and struck the U-Haul, causing the operator to lose control and collide with a DOT attenuator truck. The identity of the deceased will be released pending notification of next of kin.
Fenimore Farms in Cooperstown will hold their annual Tractor Fest thus weekend, Spokesperson Kerri Green explains:
(Kerri Green 10-10-25)
The schedule & more information is available at fenimorefarm.org.
The Binghamton Black Bears will take to the ice for the season opener at Visions Veterans Memorial Arena in Binghamton tonight, spokesman Brooks Hill said that the team is looking to win its 3rd league championship in a row, with many returning players:
(Brooks Hill 10-10-25)
More information and tickets can be found at binghamtonblackbears.com.
Helios Care will hold a fundraising concert tonight beginning at 7:00 PM, at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street in Oneonta, spokesperson Kathryn Dailey said that fundraisers like this help fund a variety of useful programs:
(Kathryn Dailey 10-10-25)
The Grand Oneonta Opry Benefit concert will feature Elijah Wise, John Thompson and the Driftwoods joined by local musicians like Ken Wilber, The Horseshoe Lounge Playboys and Doug Decker, more information is available at helioscare.org.
The Foothills Performing Arts center will have their annual "Shocktoberfest" tomorrow, with a variety of activites according to spokesman Geoff Doyle:
(GEOFF DOYLE 10-10-25)
More information about Shocktoberfest & other events is available at foothillspac.org.
The 29th Annual Oktoberfest presented by the Deposit Chamber of Commerce will be held Sunday Oct 12th from 10am-5pm on Front Street in Deposit. There will be live music, children's activities, food vendors, beer tent, crafts, and street vendors. Visit the Deposit Chamber of Commerce Facebook page for more details.
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WCDO News — Tuesday 10-7-25
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-7-25
38 year old Taylor Church of Bainbridge appeared in Delaware County Court and pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, On January 3rd, State Police conducted a traffic stop on Church's vehicle, the license plates did not belong on the vehicle, a search uncovered heroin, cocaine a scale & ammunition, Church faces sentencing on October 28th.
25 year old Jacob Brown of Binghamton, pleaded guilty in Broome County Court to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, in exchange for a sentence of 8 years in State Prison, followed by 3 years of post-release supervision. On March 26th, Officers conducted a traffic stop on Bunn Hill Road in the Town of Vestal, During the course of the stop and subsequent investigation with assistance from K9 Coco, officers discovered a quarter pound of methamphetamine concealed beneath a child’s car seat, 3 children were in the vehicle at the time of the stop. Brown admitted to possessing the methamphetamine with intent to sell, officers also seized $1,242 from suspected drug sales, Sentencing is scheduled for January 15th in Broome County Court.
Helios Care will hold a fundraising concert Friday Night beginning at 7:00 PM, at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street in Oneonta, spokesperson Kathryn Dailey told WCDO about the performers donating their time for Helios Care:
(Kathryn Dailey 10-10-25)
The Grand Oneonta Opry Benefit concert will help fund a variety of programs throughout the year, more information is available at helioscare.org.
The Foothills Performing Arts Center will have their annual "Shocktoberfest" Saturday with a variety of activities according to spokesman Geoff Doyle:
(GEOFF DOYLE 10-10-25)
More information about Shocktoberfest & other events is available at foothillspac.org.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-7-25
A Chenango County Grand Jury Indicted Zackery England for criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell (fentanyl), possession of methamphetamine, and criminal possession of a forged instrument. Prosecutors said England also attempted to discard fentanyl by throwing it into bushes during a July 23 incident in Norwich. England will appear in Chenango County Court for arraignment shortly.
The Otsego County Department of Health invites all residents, families, and local partners to join Voices of Otsego: Forum on Community Health Needs and Priorities on Tuesday, October 14th, from 6:00–7:30 PM at Morris Central School. Otsego County Public Health Educator Abigail Mosenthin explains:
(Abigail Mosenthin 10-7-25)
Registration is required by this Friday at otsegocountyny.gov, or by calling (607) 547-4230.
The 2025 New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony at the Empire State Plaza in Albany, will be held today at 11:00 AM to honor 126 firefighters who gave their lives in the line of duty. The Memorial was dedicated and unveiled in 1999, there will be 2,818 names on the wall after the ceremony.
On August 19th, Delaware County Deputies were dispatched to a 2-car accident on State Highway 28 in the Town of Middletown, Deputies concluded that 1 of the drivers, 58 year old Jane Rudy of Pine Hill was intoxicated, at the completion of the toxicology results, Deputies arrested Rudy for DWI, Aggravated DWI with a BAC of more than .18%, Failure to Keep Right, among other charges, Rudy was released on appearance tickets for Town of Middletown Court.
Delaware County Public Health will hold a free rabies clinic for dogs, cats & domesticated ferrets today, from 5:30PM-7:30PM at the DPW garage at 1 Village Street in Deposit. Pre-registration or more information is available at 607-832-5200.
38 year old Taylor Church of Bainbridge appeared in Delaware County Court and pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, On January 3rd, State Police conducted a traffic stop on Church's vehicle, the license plates did not belong on the vehicle, a search uncovered heroin, cocaine a scale & ammunition, Church faces sentencing on October 28th.
25 year old Jacob Brown of Binghamton, pleaded guilty in Broome County Court to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, in exchange for a sentence of 8 years in State Prison, followed by 3 years of post-release supervision. On March 26th, Officers conducted a traffic stop on Bunn Hill Road in the Town of Vestal, During the course of the stop and subsequent investigation with assistance from K9 Coco, officers discovered a quarter pound of methamphetamine concealed beneath a child’s car seat, 3 children were in the vehicle at the time of the stop. Brown admitted to possessing the methamphetamine with intent to sell, officers also seized $1,242 from suspected drug sales, Sentencing is scheduled for January 15th in Broome County Court.
Helios Care will hold a fundraising concert Friday Night beginning at 7:00 PM, at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street in Oneonta, spokesperson Kathryn Dailey told WCDO about the performers donating their time for Helios Care:
(Kathryn Dailey 10-10-25)
The Grand Oneonta Opry Benefit concert will help fund a variety of programs throughout the year, more information is available at helioscare.org.
The Foothills Performing Arts Center will have their annual "Shocktoberfest" Saturday with a variety of activities according to spokesman Geoff Doyle:
(GEOFF DOYLE 10-10-25)
More information about Shocktoberfest & other events is available at foothillspac.org.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-7-25
A Chenango County Grand Jury Indicted Zackery England for criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell (fentanyl), possession of methamphetamine, and criminal possession of a forged instrument. Prosecutors said England also attempted to discard fentanyl by throwing it into bushes during a July 23 incident in Norwich. England will appear in Chenango County Court for arraignment shortly.
The Otsego County Department of Health invites all residents, families, and local partners to join Voices of Otsego: Forum on Community Health Needs and Priorities on Tuesday, October 14th, from 6:00–7:30 PM at Morris Central School. Otsego County Public Health Educator Abigail Mosenthin explains:
(Abigail Mosenthin 10-7-25)
Registration is required by this Friday at otsegocountyny.gov, or by calling (607) 547-4230.
The 2025 New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony at the Empire State Plaza in Albany, will be held today at 11:00 AM to honor 126 firefighters who gave their lives in the line of duty. The Memorial was dedicated and unveiled in 1999, there will be 2,818 names on the wall after the ceremony.
On August 19th, Delaware County Deputies were dispatched to a 2-car accident on State Highway 28 in the Town of Middletown, Deputies concluded that 1 of the drivers, 58 year old Jane Rudy of Pine Hill was intoxicated, at the completion of the toxicology results, Deputies arrested Rudy for DWI, Aggravated DWI with a BAC of more than .18%, Failure to Keep Right, among other charges, Rudy was released on appearance tickets for Town of Middletown Court.
Delaware County Public Health will hold a free rabies clinic for dogs, cats & domesticated ferrets today, from 5:30PM-7:30PM at the DPW garage at 1 Village Street in Deposit. Pre-registration or more information is available at 607-832-5200.
WCDO News — Friday 8-29-25
WCDO News Friday 8-29-25
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies responded on August 20th, to a 2 car motor vehicle accident in the Town of Sidney, in which one driver had reportedly left the scene. With the assistance of the Village of Sidney Police Department, the driver was identified as 38-year-old Joshua Crisell of Sidney, and the vehicle was located at a residence in Sidney. Deputies charged Crisell with Reckless Driving, driving to left of pavement markings, failure to keep right and leaving the scene of a property damage accident, Crisell was released on an appearance ticket for the Town of Sidney Town Court at a later date.
State Police issued 109 tickets during a four-hour long Operation Hard Hat detail within a work zone on Interstate 81 in the town of Chenango Thursday. The detail was a combined effort with the State Police and the Broome County Sheriff’s Department, Crews from the DOT were repairing the bridge rail over Front Street. The area is a 55mph zone and just the left lane was closed, while two others were still open to accommodate traffic. Troopers charged 27 for using cell phones while driving, 36 for speeding, 27 for no seat belt, 19 other cvarious tickets were issued.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 50 year old Adam Zuk of Masonville for his non-compliance to Family Court Order of Protection. On August 18th, Deputies o served Zuk with a Delaware County Family Court Order of Protection, he was advised that he needed to vacate the property, Zuk failed to comply, he was charged with Criminal Contempt, he was processed, arraigned & was released on his own recognizance. On August 20th, Deputies were advised that Zuk had attempted to make telephone contact with the protected party, he was charged with Criminal Contempt, he was arraigned and was being held at the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $5,000 cash bail and $10,000 bond.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will be holding their annual "Bainbridge Days" this Saturday throughout the village, Mayor Phil Wade explains:
(Phil Wade 8-29-25)
The full schedule can be found at the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce Facebook page, also the 3rd Annual Community Health Fair will be held Saturday from 10 AM to 3 PM at the Bainbridge Village Green, in conjunction with the Bainbridge Days celebration, organizer Reverend Kenneth Simurra told WCDO News about some of the organizations that are already signed up to participate:
(Kenneth Simurra 8-29-25)
Reverend Simurra said that the 1st Presbyterian, Bainbridge and United Presbyterian, East Guilford along with St. Peter’s Episcopal Church have teamed up to help present the Community Health Fair, more information is available at 845-522-4200.
The Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta has brought back "The Idol Kings" following a great show last year, Foothills Director Geoff Doyle comments:
(Geoff Doyle 8-29-25)
Tickets can be purchased before the show or at foothillspac.org.
Norwich High School will hold its inaugural Hall of Distinction induction ceremony on Saturday at 4:30 PM in the senior high school. Committee member Anthony Testani told WCDO news who is being recognized:
(Anthony Testani 8-29-25)
The Hall of Distinction Committee is currently accepting nominations for future classes of honorees. Nomination forms can be found on the school district website norwichcsd.org, under the documents heading. Also, The Norwich High School Alumni Weekend Special will be held at the Norwich VFW Saturday night from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. The Beadle Brothers will perform & money raised will go the the Norwich Volunteer Fire Association & the Norwich VFW.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., at the Delhi United Ministry, 1 Church Street, another will be on Saturday by the Bainbridge Rotary Club in the Town Hall from 9:30 to 2:00 PM. Schedule an appointment with the Red Cross App, at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-REDCROSS.
The Otsego County Sheriff's Office, Department of Health & The Governor's Traffic Safety Committee will host a Child Car Seat Safety Check Saturday at the Oneonta Home Depot on State Highway 28 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Certified Technicians will make sure that seats are installed properly & answer questionb particicpants in the Saturday event.
Bovina Farm Day returns this Sunday, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, which offiers visitors an opportunity to connect with the land, meet local farmers, and experience Delaware County farm life. The event will be held on Crescent Valley Road in Bovina, more information ios available at farmingbovinaNY.org.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies responded on August 20th, to a 2 car motor vehicle accident in the Town of Sidney, in which one driver had reportedly left the scene. With the assistance of the Village of Sidney Police Department, the driver was identified as 38-year-old Joshua Crisell of Sidney, and the vehicle was located at a residence in Sidney. Deputies charged Crisell with Reckless Driving, driving to left of pavement markings, failure to keep right and leaving the scene of a property damage accident, Crisell was released on an appearance ticket for the Town of Sidney Town Court at a later date.
State Police issued 109 tickets during a four-hour long Operation Hard Hat detail within a work zone on Interstate 81 in the town of Chenango Thursday. The detail was a combined effort with the State Police and the Broome County Sheriff’s Department, Crews from the DOT were repairing the bridge rail over Front Street. The area is a 55mph zone and just the left lane was closed, while two others were still open to accommodate traffic. Troopers charged 27 for using cell phones while driving, 36 for speeding, 27 for no seat belt, 19 other cvarious tickets were issued.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 50 year old Adam Zuk of Masonville for his non-compliance to Family Court Order of Protection. On August 18th, Deputies o served Zuk with a Delaware County Family Court Order of Protection, he was advised that he needed to vacate the property, Zuk failed to comply, he was charged with Criminal Contempt, he was processed, arraigned & was released on his own recognizance. On August 20th, Deputies were advised that Zuk had attempted to make telephone contact with the protected party, he was charged with Criminal Contempt, he was arraigned and was being held at the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $5,000 cash bail and $10,000 bond.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will be holding their annual "Bainbridge Days" this Saturday throughout the village, Mayor Phil Wade explains:
(Phil Wade 8-29-25)
The full schedule can be found at the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce Facebook page, also the 3rd Annual Community Health Fair will be held Saturday from 10 AM to 3 PM at the Bainbridge Village Green, in conjunction with the Bainbridge Days celebration, organizer Reverend Kenneth Simurra told WCDO News about some of the organizations that are already signed up to participate:
(Kenneth Simurra 8-29-25)
Reverend Simurra said that the 1st Presbyterian, Bainbridge and United Presbyterian, East Guilford along with St. Peter’s Episcopal Church have teamed up to help present the Community Health Fair, more information is available at 845-522-4200.
The Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta has brought back "The Idol Kings" following a great show last year, Foothills Director Geoff Doyle comments:
(Geoff Doyle 8-29-25)
Tickets can be purchased before the show or at foothillspac.org.
Norwich High School will hold its inaugural Hall of Distinction induction ceremony on Saturday at 4:30 PM in the senior high school. Committee member Anthony Testani told WCDO news who is being recognized:
(Anthony Testani 8-29-25)
The Hall of Distinction Committee is currently accepting nominations for future classes of honorees. Nomination forms can be found on the school district website norwichcsd.org, under the documents heading. Also, The Norwich High School Alumni Weekend Special will be held at the Norwich VFW Saturday night from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. The Beadle Brothers will perform & money raised will go the the Norwich Volunteer Fire Association & the Norwich VFW.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., at the Delhi United Ministry, 1 Church Street, another will be on Saturday by the Bainbridge Rotary Club in the Town Hall from 9:30 to 2:00 PM. Schedule an appointment with the Red Cross App, at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-REDCROSS.
The Otsego County Sheriff's Office, Department of Health & The Governor's Traffic Safety Committee will host a Child Car Seat Safety Check Saturday at the Oneonta Home Depot on State Highway 28 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Certified Technicians will make sure that seats are installed properly & answer questionb particicpants in the Saturday event.
Bovina Farm Day returns this Sunday, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, which offiers visitors an opportunity to connect with the land, meet local farmers, and experience Delaware County farm life. The event will be held on Crescent Valley Road in Bovina, more information ios available at farmingbovinaNY.org.
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WCDO News — Friday 6-13-25
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-13-25
Norwich Police Department concluded a two-month investigation into allegations of child abuse and sexual abuse, they arrested 33 year old Rolando Antonio of Guatemala, for Sexual Abuse & Forcible Touching, he is accused of sexually abused a 3-year-old child in the City of Norwich. On Thursday, officers and detectives from the Norwich City Police Department & State Police, arrested Antonio, he was arraigned in Norwich City Court and is being held on $20,000 bail, with a court appearance scheduled for a later date. The investigation is ongoing, and more charges are expected.
Saturday will be "AIRPORT DAY 2025" from 8 AM to 3 PM at Eaton Airport in Norwich. The event is free to the public, rides are available and their will be various exhibits, The event is rain or shine.
There will be a Village Election for registered voters in the Village of Oxford Tuesday from 12:00 noon to 9:00 PM at the Oxford Fire Station, on Main Street. Offices on the ballot are Mayor & 2 seats for Trustee. Area Primary races will be decided on June 24th, check your county board of elections website for more details.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-13-25
45 year old Cruz Garcia of Fleischmanns pleaded guilty in Delaware County court Tuesday to Strangulation, he is now clear to be deported. Garcia initiated a violent encounter against a female victim in 2023, a 3 count Indictment was returned for Strangulation, Unlawful Imprisonment, and 1st degree Rape, the victim was transported to a hospital because of the injuries sustained. Garcia has been incarcerated since his arrest for this incident, , which occurred while Garcia was released on separate unrelated felony charges of DWI in Orange County, plus Garcia lacked legal status in the United States and was wanted by Immigration, on a 3rd unrelated conviction, Garcia will be deported & a sentence of time served was deemed appropriate.
Afton Central School District will be running on a 2-hour delay today for all students. All field trips and after school activities will be canceled for the day, as the district has had issues with water quality since Wednesday morning.
The Butternut Valley Alliance will hold their 5th annual "On the Trail of Art" Festival on June 14th & 15th, event coordinator Jenny Riffle explains:
(Jenny Riffle 6-13-25)
People can register at butternutvalleyalliance.org, the hours for the event will be from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday & 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Sunday.
The inaugural “Summer Barn Picnic” at the Chenango County Historical Society will be held from 12:30-2:30 pm. on Sunday at 43 Rexford St., Norwich. Registration is required at eventbrite.com
The Visions Summer Concert Series at the Foothills Performing Arts Center will have a Father's Day Weekend Celebration on Saturday, Foothills Spokesman Geoff Doyle explains:
(Geoff Doyle 6-13-25)
The event runs from 12:00 Noon to 5:00 PM, more information about this & other shows is available at foothillspac.org.
The Annual Unadilla Flag Day Parade will be held this Saturday at 7:00 pm, it will go down Main Street in the Village of Unadilla, there will be an Ice cream social and bounce house after the parade in front of the Community House.
Norwich Police Department concluded a two-month investigation into allegations of child abuse and sexual abuse, they arrested 33 year old Rolando Antonio of Guatemala, for Sexual Abuse & Forcible Touching, he is accused of sexually abused a 3-year-old child in the City of Norwich. On Thursday, officers and detectives from the Norwich City Police Department & State Police, arrested Antonio, he was arraigned in Norwich City Court and is being held on $20,000 bail, with a court appearance scheduled for a later date. The investigation is ongoing, and more charges are expected.
Saturday will be "AIRPORT DAY 2025" from 8 AM to 3 PM at Eaton Airport in Norwich. The event is free to the public, rides are available and their will be various exhibits, The event is rain or shine.
There will be a Village Election for registered voters in the Village of Oxford Tuesday from 12:00 noon to 9:00 PM at the Oxford Fire Station, on Main Street. Offices on the ballot are Mayor & 2 seats for Trustee. Area Primary races will be decided on June 24th, check your county board of elections website for more details.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-13-25
45 year old Cruz Garcia of Fleischmanns pleaded guilty in Delaware County court Tuesday to Strangulation, he is now clear to be deported. Garcia initiated a violent encounter against a female victim in 2023, a 3 count Indictment was returned for Strangulation, Unlawful Imprisonment, and 1st degree Rape, the victim was transported to a hospital because of the injuries sustained. Garcia has been incarcerated since his arrest for this incident, , which occurred while Garcia was released on separate unrelated felony charges of DWI in Orange County, plus Garcia lacked legal status in the United States and was wanted by Immigration, on a 3rd unrelated conviction, Garcia will be deported & a sentence of time served was deemed appropriate.
Afton Central School District will be running on a 2-hour delay today for all students. All field trips and after school activities will be canceled for the day, as the district has had issues with water quality since Wednesday morning.
The Butternut Valley Alliance will hold their 5th annual "On the Trail of Art" Festival on June 14th & 15th, event coordinator Jenny Riffle explains:
(Jenny Riffle 6-13-25)
People can register at butternutvalleyalliance.org, the hours for the event will be from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday & 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Sunday.
The inaugural “Summer Barn Picnic” at the Chenango County Historical Society will be held from 12:30-2:30 pm. on Sunday at 43 Rexford St., Norwich. Registration is required at eventbrite.com
The Visions Summer Concert Series at the Foothills Performing Arts Center will have a Father's Day Weekend Celebration on Saturday, Foothills Spokesman Geoff Doyle explains:
(Geoff Doyle 6-13-25)
The event runs from 12:00 Noon to 5:00 PM, more information about this & other shows is available at foothillspac.org.
The Annual Unadilla Flag Day Parade will be held this Saturday at 7:00 pm, it will go down Main Street in the Village of Unadilla, there will be an Ice cream social and bounce house after the parade in front of the Community House.
WCDO News — Tuesday 3-18-25
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-18-25
The State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for January 2025. The State's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held constant at 4.4% in January, locally, Chenango County had 4.4% unemployment, Delaware County 4.9% & Otsego County 5.3%.
The Tri County Senior Center at 43 Pearl Street in Sidney, will have an open House Friday evening to showcase the array of activities & programs that they offer, that senior may be interested in, Spokesperson Carol Allen explains:
(Carol Allen 3-18-25)
The Open House will be from 6:00 to 8:00 PM with the entrance in the right rear of the former Hospital building, more information is available at 563-8065.
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for their annual awards, for Citizen of the Years, plus Business and non profit of the years. Nominations are due by this Thursday March 20th, email the nominations to sidneychamberny@gmail.com, the forms are available online at files.constantcontact.com. The Annual Recognition Dinner, Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Club 55 in Sidney.
More concerts & stand up comedy shows are coming to Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta, including 1 big name at the end of the month, according to spokesman Geoff Doyle:
(Geoff Doyle 3-18-25)
Tickets for the Tom Green show & others can be found at foothillspac.org.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-18-25
Chobani is gifting $250,000 each to infrastructure projects in Central New York, including for the Unadilla Community Farm's buildout of a solar-powered commercial kitchen and classroom space in West Edmeston, the kitchen will turn fresh harvests into nutritious meals for those in need, will also double as a teaching space for the Unadilla Community Farm's Beginning Farmer Training Program. Food made on-site will be donated to regional food pantries.
State Police are continuing with their St. Patrick’s Day special detail through today. Drivers can still expect to encounter DWI patrols, sobriety checkpoints, State Police will also be ticketing distracted drivers, and they will also conduct underage drinking and unlawful sales to minors details during the campaign. Last year, Troopers arrested 132 people for DWI, issued 124 tickets for distracted driving and 5,576 tickets in total.
The Broome County Sheriff's Office announced that Applications are being accepted through April 1st for their annual summer camp for children from ages 9 through 12, for the weeks of June 29-July 5 and August 3-9. Children from economically challenged families and those who can benefit from positive interaction with deputy sheriffs should apply, Camp occurs at Keuka Lake in Penn Yan. Page 1 of the application packet is due on April 1st and the remaining 3 pages must be completed by a doctor, it is due by May 1st. For more information or an application, call 607-778-6543 or visit the Broome County Sheriff's Office.
The State DOT Reminds motorists that starting today, culvert work will begin on State Route 17 westbound in the Town of Sanford. Drivers should follow the posted detour using Exit 83, left onto Broome County Route 28 west for half a mile, then left back onto SR 17. Access for oversized vehicles will be restricted throughout the closure, which is expected to last 2 weeks.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their General Membership meeting this morning, the meeting will begin at 7:30 in the back of Bob's Diner
Village Elections are being held throughout the state today, where constituents will be voting for mayors and/or village board members, check with your village clerk for more information on polling places and candidates.
The State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for January 2025. The State's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held constant at 4.4% in January, locally, Chenango County had 4.4% unemployment, Delaware County 4.9% & Otsego County 5.3%.
The Tri County Senior Center at 43 Pearl Street in Sidney, will have an open House Friday evening to showcase the array of activities & programs that they offer, that senior may be interested in, Spokesperson Carol Allen explains:
(Carol Allen 3-18-25)
The Open House will be from 6:00 to 8:00 PM with the entrance in the right rear of the former Hospital building, more information is available at 563-8065.
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for their annual awards, for Citizen of the Years, plus Business and non profit of the years. Nominations are due by this Thursday March 20th, email the nominations to sidneychamberny@gmail.com, the forms are available online at files.constantcontact.com. The Annual Recognition Dinner, Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Club 55 in Sidney.
More concerts & stand up comedy shows are coming to Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta, including 1 big name at the end of the month, according to spokesman Geoff Doyle:
(Geoff Doyle 3-18-25)
Tickets for the Tom Green show & others can be found at foothillspac.org.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-18-25
Chobani is gifting $250,000 each to infrastructure projects in Central New York, including for the Unadilla Community Farm's buildout of a solar-powered commercial kitchen and classroom space in West Edmeston, the kitchen will turn fresh harvests into nutritious meals for those in need, will also double as a teaching space for the Unadilla Community Farm's Beginning Farmer Training Program. Food made on-site will be donated to regional food pantries.
State Police are continuing with their St. Patrick’s Day special detail through today. Drivers can still expect to encounter DWI patrols, sobriety checkpoints, State Police will also be ticketing distracted drivers, and they will also conduct underage drinking and unlawful sales to minors details during the campaign. Last year, Troopers arrested 132 people for DWI, issued 124 tickets for distracted driving and 5,576 tickets in total.
The Broome County Sheriff's Office announced that Applications are being accepted through April 1st for their annual summer camp for children from ages 9 through 12, for the weeks of June 29-July 5 and August 3-9. Children from economically challenged families and those who can benefit from positive interaction with deputy sheriffs should apply, Camp occurs at Keuka Lake in Penn Yan. Page 1 of the application packet is due on April 1st and the remaining 3 pages must be completed by a doctor, it is due by May 1st. For more information or an application, call 607-778-6543 or visit the Broome County Sheriff's Office.
The State DOT Reminds motorists that starting today, culvert work will begin on State Route 17 westbound in the Town of Sanford. Drivers should follow the posted detour using Exit 83, left onto Broome County Route 28 west for half a mile, then left back onto SR 17. Access for oversized vehicles will be restricted throughout the closure, which is expected to last 2 weeks.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their General Membership meeting this morning, the meeting will begin at 7:30 in the back of Bob's Diner
Village Elections are being held throughout the state today, where constituents will be voting for mayors and/or village board members, check with your village clerk for more information on polling places and candidates.
WCDO News — Tuesday 3-4-25
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-4-25
Fans of Irish dancing can go to the Foothills Performing Arts Center tonight for a performance of the "Step Crew", Spokesman Geoff Doyle comments:
(Geoff Doyle 3-4-25)
Tickets may still be available online at foothills pac.org.
Area Police agencies are reminding motorists to lock up their cars after another round of thefts have been reported. In addition, people should never leave items in plain view within a parked vehicles, as thieves may be more tempted to break into the vehicle.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-4-25
57 year old Paul Geer of Hancock was convicted by a jury in US District Court for 2 counts of coercing and enticing 2 separate children to travel across state lines to engage in unlawful sexual activity and 2 counts of transporting the children across state lines with the intent to engage in criminal sexual activity with those children. Geer was a teacher at the Family Foundation School in Hancock, where he used his position of authority to coerce 2 students to travel with him to Maine and Toronto, Canada. where he raped or otherwise sexually abused each of the two children. Sentencing is scheduled for July 9th, where Geer is expected to be sentenced to many years in prison & pay fines up to $250,000, followed by a term of supervised release of up to 5 years after prison.
A Chenango County Grand Jury indicted Brandon King for 1st degree rape, 1st degree burglary, 2 counts of menacing and criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation. On January 17th, in the Town of Norwich, King armed himself with a rifle and then broke into a home, restrained the victim, held a knife to the victim's neck, and strangled the victim.
A State Trooper observed a vehicle off the roadway on State Highway 30 near County Highway 8 in the town of Roxbury Sunday Morning. An investigation at the scene determined that a Jeep Cherokee was traveling west on State Highway 30 when it went off the roadway and struck an embankment. 59 year old Karen Tesi of Grand Gorge was transported to Margaretville Hospital then later air lifted by LifeNet to Albany Medical Center. Her injuries are believed to be non-life threatening.
State Police arrested 26 year old Morgan Hopkins of Cortland for Promoting a Sexual Performance by a Child Less than 17 years of age and Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child less than 16 years of age. Hopkins is accused of promoting and possessing images consistent with child sexual exploitation. His arrest followed an investigation and the execution of a search warrant at his Cortland residence. The investigation stemmed from a cyber tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Hopkins was transported to the Cortland County Correctional Facility for arraignment.
The State Department of Financial Services, Department of Public Service and the Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection secured more than $245 million in recoveries and restitution for New Yorkers in 2024, assisting over 71,000 New York households & returning $17.3 million to consumers, an 78% increase over 2023. Governor Hochul also proposed more consumer protection items in her State of the State and Executive Budget proposal to protect consumers shopping online, to crack down on exploitative practices.
Fans of Irish dancing can go to the Foothills Performing Arts Center tonight for a performance of the "Step Crew", Spokesman Geoff Doyle comments:
(Geoff Doyle 3-4-25)
Tickets may still be available online at foothills pac.org.
Area Police agencies are reminding motorists to lock up their cars after another round of thefts have been reported. In addition, people should never leave items in plain view within a parked vehicles, as thieves may be more tempted to break into the vehicle.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-4-25
57 year old Paul Geer of Hancock was convicted by a jury in US District Court for 2 counts of coercing and enticing 2 separate children to travel across state lines to engage in unlawful sexual activity and 2 counts of transporting the children across state lines with the intent to engage in criminal sexual activity with those children. Geer was a teacher at the Family Foundation School in Hancock, where he used his position of authority to coerce 2 students to travel with him to Maine and Toronto, Canada. where he raped or otherwise sexually abused each of the two children. Sentencing is scheduled for July 9th, where Geer is expected to be sentenced to many years in prison & pay fines up to $250,000, followed by a term of supervised release of up to 5 years after prison.
A Chenango County Grand Jury indicted Brandon King for 1st degree rape, 1st degree burglary, 2 counts of menacing and criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation. On January 17th, in the Town of Norwich, King armed himself with a rifle and then broke into a home, restrained the victim, held a knife to the victim's neck, and strangled the victim.
A State Trooper observed a vehicle off the roadway on State Highway 30 near County Highway 8 in the town of Roxbury Sunday Morning. An investigation at the scene determined that a Jeep Cherokee was traveling west on State Highway 30 when it went off the roadway and struck an embankment. 59 year old Karen Tesi of Grand Gorge was transported to Margaretville Hospital then later air lifted by LifeNet to Albany Medical Center. Her injuries are believed to be non-life threatening.
State Police arrested 26 year old Morgan Hopkins of Cortland for Promoting a Sexual Performance by a Child Less than 17 years of age and Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child less than 16 years of age. Hopkins is accused of promoting and possessing images consistent with child sexual exploitation. His arrest followed an investigation and the execution of a search warrant at his Cortland residence. The investigation stemmed from a cyber tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Hopkins was transported to the Cortland County Correctional Facility for arraignment.
The State Department of Financial Services, Department of Public Service and the Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection secured more than $245 million in recoveries and restitution for New Yorkers in 2024, assisting over 71,000 New York households & returning $17.3 million to consumers, an 78% increase over 2023. Governor Hochul also proposed more consumer protection items in her State of the State and Executive Budget proposal to protect consumers shopping online, to crack down on exploitative practices.
BRANDON KINGCORTLANDDEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SERVICEFAMILY FOUNDATION SCHOOLFoothills Performing Arts CenterGEOFF DOYLEGOVERNOR HOCHULGRAND GORGEHANCOCKKAREN TESIMORGAN HOPKINSNational Center for Missing and Exploited ChildrenNew YorkNorwichNYOneontaPAUL GEERROXBURYState Department of Financial ServicesState Division of Consumer ProtectionSTEP CREWWCDO
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