WCDO Radio News

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 Gus Macker Basketball tournament has over 300 teams participating on the streets of Norwich Saturday & Sunday, organizer Tom Revoir said that another competition will be held Friday:

(Tom Revoir 7-9-26)

Revoir said that those interested in volunteering for the clean up after Sunday’s games should call the Norwich YMCA at 607-336-9622, extension 0 to sign up.

State Police arrested 20 year old Isaiah Owens-Chamorro of Oneonta, for Criminal Mischief, after Troopers were dispatched to Thetford’s Auto Shop on Keith Street in the town of Oneonta. Owens-Chamorro’s vehicle had been impounded & was being stored there, he requested permission to retrieve personal belongings, instead, he drove the vehicle from the property without paying the tow bill and damaged a gate while leaving the premises. A trooper observed the vehicle on State Route 23 and conducted a traffic stop, Owens-Chamorro was taken into custody, and the vehicle was towed back to Thetford’s. Owens-Chamorro was processed and issued an appearance ticket to the Oneonta Town Court on August 4th.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-6-26

The Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament hits the streets of Norwich this weekend, organizer Tom Revoir said that they still need some volunteers to help out:

(Tom Revoir 7-6-26)

Revoir said that those interested in volunteering should call the Norwich YMCA at 607-336-9622, extension 0 to sign up.

The totals are in for the number of teams registered for this year's Gus Macker Basketball Tournament in Downtown Norwich, organizer Tom Revoir comments:

(Tom Revoir 7-1-26)

Revoir said that those looking to volunteer or be paid referees should call the Norwich YMCA at 607-336-9622 to get involved.

Preparations are wrapping up for the annual Delaware County Fair in Walton in August, Fair Board President Jason Craig explains:

(Jason Craig 7-1-26)

Craig said that another big announcement about a Fair giveaway will be announced next week, the 139th annual Delaware County Fair will be August 17th through the 22nd this year, one of the highlights will be a show by Chubby Checker.

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-23-26

The deadline to sign up a team for the Gus Macker Basketball tournament in Norwich has been extended, according to organizer Tom Revoir:

(Tom Revoir 6-23-26)

To register a team, go to Macker.com, find the Norwich link and sign up by Thursday at midnight, the Norwich Tournament will be July 11th & 12th.

The National Weather Service announced that they have already confirmed 6 tornadoes this year, after last Thursday's 2 confirmations in Cortland & in Yates County. The first tornado of 2026 in New York State was confirmed as an EF-1 in Cattaraugus County on March 31st, the 5 additional Tornadoes were in Upstate or Western New York Counties so far. Since 1990, the average has been 16.5 per year, with a record 25 tornadoes occurring in 1992.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-23-26

State Police arrested 24 year old Tyler Russell of Endwell, for 6 counts of Manslaughter and 1 count of Arson in connection with Monday's Fire at the Knight's Inn of Endwell, where 6 people died, 2 were hospitalized and over 70 were left homeless. Russell was processed and was turned over to the Broome County Jail for Centralized Arraignment. Additional information, including the identities of the victims, will be released at a later time.

Today is the last day to register online for the Gus Macker Basketball Tournament next month in Norwich. Go to Macker.com & look for Norwich in the Drop Down menu, The Norwich Gus Macker returns to East Main Street on July 11–12.

The Deadline to register for the Gus Macker Basketball tournament in Norwich on July 11th and 12th, are only a few days away, organizer Tom Revoir comments:

(Tom Revoir 6-16-26)

Teams can sign up at macker.com & go to the Norwich drop down, those interested in volunteering or being a referees for the tournament should call 607-336-9622 extension 29.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-16-26

Binghamton Police Department arrested 53 year old Stanley DeGroat of Binghamton and 47 year old Brett White of Binghamton, following a shooting. DeGroat was charged with Attempted murder, Criminal possession of a weapon, Criminal contempt & 4 counts of endangering the welfare of a child, White was charged with 8 counts of criminal possession of a weapon, following an incident Sunday, where DeGroat fired a shot that grazed the victim's hand, he fled the scene on a bicycle, he was located & taken into custody. Search warrants were obtained & executed at 2 locations, Officers found several rifles, shotguns, and 2 illegally possessed handguns, which led to White's arrest. Both face court action shortly, more charges may be forthcoming.

Interested participants are reminded to register for the Gus Macker Basketball tournament in Norwich on July 11th and 12th, as the deadline is approaching, according to organizer Tom Revoir:

(Tom Revoir 5-12-26)

Teams can sign up at macker.com & go to the Norwich drop down, those interested in volunteering or being a referees for the tournament should call 607-336-9622 extension 29.

The 3rd Annual Norwich Pickleball tournament will be held tomorrow in Weiler Park in Norwich where up to 100 teams may be participating in the all day event, Commerce Chenango CEO Sal Testani said that the sport had humble beginnings and has blown up in popularity quickly:

(Sal Testani 6-12-26)

More information about this & other Commerce Chenango Programs are available at commercechenango.com.

Teams can register for this year's Gus Macker Basketball Tournament in Norwich, at macker.com, Organizer Tom Revoir said that interested teams have just less than a month to sign up:

(Tom Revoir 5-27-26)

Revoir said that over 5000 postcards were mailed last week, the online registration deadline is June 22nd, the mail in deadline is June 19th, the Macker weekend in July 11th to the 12th in Norwich.

The 29th Gus Macker Basketball Tournament will be held in July in Downtown Norwich, and organizers need referees for the courts for both days, according to organizer Tom Revoir:

(Tom Revoir 4-27-26)

The Gus Macker Norwich tournament will be July 10-12, 2026, interested referees should email trevoir@norwichymca.org

The Gus Macker Basketball Tournament returns to downtown Norwich again July 11th & 12th, and the push is on to get certified referees to participate, according to organizer Tom Revoir:

(Tom Revoir 3-2-26)

Revoir said that the National Macker tournament officials have added 12 more locations for tournaments this year, more information is available at Macker.com.

The Gus Macker Basketball tournament in Norwich, will be held on July 10-12, this year. Norwich Macker organizer Tom Revoir told WCDO News about the tournament:

(Tom Revoir 2-12-26)

Revoir said that Teams can begin registering now at macker.com and click on the New York map for the Norwich tournament

Spiedie Fest returns to Otsiningo Park in Binghamton August 1st to the 3rd, Organizer Dave Pessagno told WCDO about some of the highlights:

(Dave Pessagno 7-11-25)

Pessagno also said that Friday will be free admission, All of the information, schedules & tickets can be found at spiediefest.com.

Otsego County Residents will have their annual Hazardous Waste Collection events coming up in August, Otsego County Solid Waste Department spokesman Kyle King explains:

(Kyle King 7-11-25)

For more information regarding the Hazardous Waste Collection, or for small businesses to register, call 607-547-4225.

U.S. Senators Schumer and Gillibrand announced that over $21 Million dollars in federal funding has been allocated to upgrade airport facilities and equipment at 16 airports across the State. This federal funding was awarded through the Federal Aviation Administration’s Airport Improvement Program, locally, the Greater Binghamton Airport will receive $181,174 to Reconstruct 51,000 square feet of existing terminal building and replaces the electrical system and associated lighting.

A.M. NEWS Friday 7-11-25

The Annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball tournament will be held in Downtown Norwich this weekend, with some activities & registration going on today, organizer Tom Revoir explains:

(Tom Revoir 7-11-25)

Revoir said that the number of teams participating is getting closer each year to pre-Pandemic levels, the event brings thousands of people to Norwich each year.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-9-25

A few more volunteers are needed for the upcoming Gus Macker Basketball Tournament in Norwich this weekend, Organizer Tom Revoir explains:

(Tom Revoir 7-9-25)

Those interested in Volunteering can call the Norwich YMCA at 607-336-9622.

The Wakeman Coffee Company and Muddy River Farm Brewery have partnered to host the first annual Sidney Brew-to-Brew 5K road race at 11 AM on Saturday, September 6th, spokesperson Colleen McKinney explains:

(Colleen McKinney 7-9-25)

Registration costs $25 now through August 30 and will increase on August 31. Proceeds from the race will benefit two great local non-profit organizations; The Uplift Collective, of Sidney Center, a nonprofit dedicated to children and families facing a significant health crisis, and The Delaware Valley Humane Society, which provides shelter and compassionate care for homeless animals.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-2-25

Referees are needed for this year's Gus Macker Basketball Tournament in Norwich, which is a paid position again this year, according to organizer Tom Revoir:

(Tom Revoir 7-2-25)

The Tournament will be held in Downtown Norwich on the weekend of July 12th & 13th, Those interested in being a referee or Volunteering in other capacities, can call the Norwich YMCA at 607-336-9622.

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-1-25

Volunteers are needed for this year's Gus Macker Basketball tournament in Norwich July 12th & 13th, organizer Tom Revoir explains:

(Tom Revoir 7-1-25)

Those interested in Volunteering can call the Norwich YMCA at 607-336-9622, or stop in to sign up in Downtown Norwich.

Chenango Memorial Hospital announced that area students will have an opportunity to explore careers in healthcare through their "Career Days camp", The program is a two-day, hands-on career exploration program for students entering grades 8 through 12. This year’s Career Days camp will take place Thursday, August 14 and Friday, August 15. The program is free of charge, but space is limited. Interested students must submit an application and a short essay by Friday, July 18 to be considered. For more information or to request an application, call (607) 337-4151.

NYSEG has filed a proposal with the state that could increase rates for customers, as the company claims that they are working to replace again infrastructure. The “Powering New York,” proposal will be reviewed by the state Department of Public Services. Also, Governor Hochul is demanding the Department of Public Service scrutinize the proposed rate hikes following complaints from consumers regarding escalating rates again this year.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-1-25

43 year old Jamie Viviano of Binghamton, was sentenced in Broome County Court last week to 6 years in State prison, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision for 2nd degree Burglary, he also received an additional sentence of 2 1/3 to 7 years in state prison on a separate charge of 3rd degree Burglary, The charges are from 2 incidents, Last August, Viviano stole coins from a washing machine dispenser, he returned in December & stole quarters from the same dispenser, however, Viviano brandished a knife and threatened a worker, escalating the severity of the offense and subsequent penalty.

The Deadline for this Year's Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament in Norwich is Midnight tonight. Interested Teams can go to Macker.com and go to "Norwich" in the drop down menu, this year's tournament will be held July 12th & 13th.

The Sidney Chamber of Commerce Summer Music Series continues tonight, in downtown Sidney, Organizers Terry Heath & Teri Schunk explains:

(Terry Heath-Teri Schunk 6-25-25)

Tonight's Show was originally scheduled for last Wednesday night, future shows will be on July 16th, & August 20th.

Organizer at the Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament in Norwich announced that the Registration period has been extended

(Tom Revoir 6-24-25)

A large number of teams were still trying to register yesterday, so registration was extended until midnight on Wednesday, June 25th, more information is available at Macker.com, Tournament Dates are July 12th & 13th

Catholic Charities of Sidney will hold their Roll The Dice LCR fundraising tournament on July 10th in Sidney, Spokesperson Penny McKnight explains:

(Penny McKnight 6-24-25)

The event will be held on July 10th from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Community Cultural Center in Sidney, more information is available at 607-604-4071.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-16-25

The Gus Macker Tournament returns to the Streets of Norwich in July, and the deadline is fast approaching for teams to sign up, according to organizer Tom Revoir:

(Tom Revoir 6-16-25)

The mail in registration can be sent to Gus Macker 107 East Main Street Belding Michigan, 48809, online registrations go to Macker.com & look for Norwich in the drop down menu. The tournament will be held on July 12th & 13th this year.

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-3-25

The Annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball tournament returns to the streets of Norwich in July, organizer Tom Revoir told WCDO news how to sign & what the deadline is

to register:

(Tom Revoir 6-3-25)

Revoir said that last year they had about 340 teams that participated, and they hope to get back up to the pre-pandemic totals of about 400 teams.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-9-25

The Annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball tournament returns to the streets of Norwich in July, organizer Tom Revoir told WCDO news what the deadline is to register:

(Tom Revoir 6-3-25)

Revoir said that Interested Participants Can go to Macker.com & look for the Norwich Drop Down to sign up, the Macker tournament is on July 12th & 13th.

2 corrections officers charged in the beating death of Mid-State Correctional Facility inmate Messiah Nantwi appeared in Oneida County Court last week. Craig Klemick turned down a plea offer on Friday morning, he will return to court in August, as did Caleb Blair, who faces charges of murder, manslaughter and other offenses and will also return to court at a later date.

WCDO NEWS Friday 7-12-24

The annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament is this weekend & it is back in Downtown Norwich this year. About 250 teams were signed up, anyone interested in volunteering can call the Norwich YMCA at 607-336-9622 extension 0. Registration will be today from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the Norwich Fire House.

The Town of Colchester Police & State EnCon Police responded to a motorcycle accident July 6th, Officers located a Harley Davidson off the road into trees. The operator of the vehicle 45 year old Larry Plows of Sidney was located down an embankment with serious head and internal injuries, Plows was transported to Delaware Valley Hospital in Walton where he was pronounced deceased.

The annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament is only days away in Downtown Norwich, Macker Organizer Tom Revoir said that they still need volunteers for a variety of tasks:

(Tom Revoir 7-8-24)

Revoir said that prospective volunteers can sign up at the Front Desk at the Norwich YMCA or they can call to get more information at 607-336-9622 extension 0.

UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich is relaunching it's summer career exploration program for students entering 8th or 9th grade, UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital spokesman Gary Root explains:

(Gary Root 7-8-234)

Root said that the 2-day day camp will take place on Thursday, August 15 and Friday, August 16, any students interested in attending must fill out an application and submit an essay by Friday, July 22, more information is available at 607-373-0570 or (607) 337-4151.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-8-24

On July 3rd, Norwich Police Department received an emergency call about a Burglary in progress on Westcott Street in the City of Norwich. Officers responded and took 26 year old Adam Ferguson of Norwich into custody, he was charged with 2nd degree Burglary, Criminal Mischief & Criminal Trespass. Police reported that the woman called & said that an unknown male was climbing a ladder from her backyard and was trying to enter her 3rd floor apartment & tried to force open a door & enter. Officers found Ferguson still on the ladder. Norwich Police Chief Reuben Roach stated that Ferguson is on Parole for felony assault on a police officer in 2020, he was remanded to the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office on $25,000 bail.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-24-24

Today in the deadline to register teams for the Gus Macker Basketball Tournament in Norwich next month, Co-Organizer Tom Revoir explains:

(Tom Revoir 6-24-24)

Teams can register at Macker.com, referees & volunteers should contact Revoir at the Norwich YMCA At 607-336-9622, extension 1029. The Macker Tournament returns to the streets of Downtown Norwich this year on July 13th & 14th.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-21-24

The Deadline to register a team to play in this year's Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament in Norwich is this Monday June 24th, Organizer Tom Revoir told WCDO News that teams, volunteers & referees are needed:

(Tom Revoir 6-21-24)

Teams can register at Macker.com, volunteers & referees should call 607-336-9622. The Macker Tournament returns to the streets of Downtown Norwich this year on July 13th & 14th.

Volunteers are needed for the Gus Macker Basketball Tournament in Norwich July 13th & 14th, organizer Tom Revoir comments:

(Tom Revoir 6-13-24)

Anyone interested in being a volunteer can leave a message for Revoir at the Norwich YMCA at 336-9622, Teams can still register at macker.com

New York is hosting its largest Special Olympics this weekend, when more than 1,200 athletes and coaches in the State Summer Games. The athletes will be competing in are swimming, gymnastics, power-lifting, volleyball, track and field, basketball, bowling, and tennis, at various venues around Ithaca.

Referees are needed for the Gus Macker Basketball Tournament in Norwich next month, organizer Tom Revoir comments:

(Tom Revoir 6-11-24)

Anyone interested in being a referee can leave a message for Revoir at the Norwich YMCA at 336-9622. The Deadline to register a team is June 24th, the tournament will be July 13th & 14th & it will return to the streets of downtown Norwich

21 year old Leyska Rivera-Mateo of Binghamton was found guilty of 2nd degree Assault and Unlawful Imprisonment by a Broome County Jury yesterday in Broome County Court. Rivera-Mateo went to 404 McKinley Ave in the Village of Endicott on July 23, 2023, where she attacked a female victim, the victim sustained multiple fractures to her jaw. Rivera-Mateo is set to return to court for sentencing on August 8, where she is facing between 2 to 7 years in New York State Prison.

Registrations are underway & sponsors are signing on for this year's Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament, which will be back on the streets of Norwich, Organizer Tom Revoir comments:

(Tom Revoir 5-9-24)

Prior to the Pandemic & the downtown Water Main project & repaving, the Macker tournament in Norwich had over 400 teams participating annually, they are hoping to get closer to that number this year. Revoir said that registration & more information is available at Macker.com, and click on Norwich on the map.

45 year old Rondell Wright of Binghamton was found guilty of Criminal Possession of a Weapon by a Broome County Jury this week. On April 27, 2023, Wright was discovered to have a loaded and operable .38 caliber handgun in Binghamton, after a traffic stop of a vehicle with stolen license plates. Wright will be sentenced on August 8th, he is facing up to 15 years in State Prison, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision

The Annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament will return to the Streets of Downtown Norwich in July 13th & 14th, after a few years at the Norwich high school complex, and the completion of the downtown water-main project & repaving, Organizer Tom Revoir comments:

(Tom Revoir 4-9-24)

Registration & more information is available at macker.com and click on the map for the Norwich tournament information.

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-9-24

The Annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament will return to the Streets of Downtown Norwich in July, after a few years at the Norwich high school complex, Organizer Tom Revoir comments:

(Tom Revoir 4-9-24)

Registration & more information is available at macker.com and click on the map for the Norwich tournament.

The 2024 Great New York State Fair begins Wednesday, August 21 and continues through Monday, September 2. Some of the acts lined up for the Chevrolet Court free Concerts will include; Chubby Checker, Sophie B. Hawkins, Sister Sledge, Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone, & Blue Öyster Cult, dates & times can be found at nysfair.ny.gov.