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WCDO News — Friday 4-29-22
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-29-22
A joint investigation with State Police Investigators at Sidney and Binghamton has led to the arrest of 32-year-old James Blackman of Afton. Troopers received a report accusing Blackman of inappropriate behavior with children, the investigation revealed that Blackman allegedly raped and sexually abused 2 children under the age of 11 on multiple occasions in Chenango County. Blackman was charged with 2 counts of Predatory Sex Assault Against a Child, 4 counts of Criminal Sex Act, 2 counts of Sex Abuse, and 2 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Blackman was arraigned and remanded to the Chenango County Jail.
Helios Care will hold their annual Daffodil Jazz Brunch fundraiser Saturday in Franklin, Helios Care Spokesperson Alicia Fish explains:
(Alicia Fish 4-26-22)
More information is available at helioscare.org/daffodil, or by calling 432-6773.
Hartwick College is sponsoring the "Hawks Town Fever" street fair in Oneonta this Saturday, from 1:00 to 5:00 PM On Main Street between Chestnut Street and Ford Avenue. The event will include carnival games, zip lines, live music, food trucks, The event is free and open to the public.
The Oxford Village Tree Board will be holding its 35th "Tree City USA" Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday at 9:00 am at the LaFayette Park bandstand. Plans include a proclamation, Tree City USA flag presentation, and a giveaway of seedling evergreen trees and a variety of seedling shrubs. More information is available at treeboard.oxfordny.com or (607) 843-2512.
SUNY Broome is holding their Spring Open House this weekend on Saturday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon at the SUNY Broome Ice Center. SUNY faculty and staff will be present to talk to prospective students & their families, Registration is required at sunybroome.edu/open-house
“Beatles For Sale” will play at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater Saturday Night, the Doors open at 6:00 pm. Tickets will be available at the door or reserve at 607-288-3882. Also, The Fine Arts Show will be featured in the gallery, more information is available at jerichoarts.com.
A State DEC patrol caught 30 teenagers holding a party with alcohol on Friday, April 22, at the Charles Baker State Forest in Sherburne. The group included teens ranging in age from 15 to 19 years old, including an unidentified 18-year-old from Norwich, who allegedly had 3 cases of beer, who was charged with underage possession of alcohol in a State Forest.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-29-22
The HALos Board of Directors announced their Open House at their facility at 146 Main Street in Afton tomorrow, Spokesperson Joyce Humphrey comments:
(Joyce Humphrey 4-26-22)
More information about HALos is available by calling (607) 639-4256.
Broome County Health Department is encouraging County residents to Shed the Meds during Saturday's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. The DEA Take Back Day encourages people to get rid of expired & unwanted prescription medication properly, before they can get into the wrong hands, or into the waste stream. Residents will be able to dispose of the meds at the Broome County Health Department in Binghamton.
The State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that starting Today, eastbound traffic on I-88 will be crossed over to the westbound lanes from just west of Exit 19 in Worcester to Exit 21 in Richmondville. The crossover will result in one lane of travel in each direction, the on-ramp at Exit 20 eastbound will close, followed by the westbound off ramp at Exit 19. The crossover and ramp closures are expected to be in place for approximately 5 months. Motorists are urged to slow down and drive responsibly in work zones.
The Broome County District Attorney’s Office announced 29 year old Corey Carney of Conklin was sentenced to serve 7 years in prison for attempted burglary. On October 14th 2021, Carney unlawfully entered an apartment on Louisa Street in Binghamton with two other males and attempted to steal property. Carney is also facing 5 years of post-release supervision.
A joint investigation with State Police Investigators at Sidney and Binghamton has led to the arrest of 32-year-old James Blackman of Afton. Troopers received a report accusing Blackman of inappropriate behavior with children, the investigation revealed that Blackman allegedly raped and sexually abused 2 children under the age of 11 on multiple occasions in Chenango County. Blackman was charged with 2 counts of Predatory Sex Assault Against a Child, 4 counts of Criminal Sex Act, 2 counts of Sex Abuse, and 2 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Blackman was arraigned and remanded to the Chenango County Jail.
Helios Care will hold their annual Daffodil Jazz Brunch fundraiser Saturday in Franklin, Helios Care Spokesperson Alicia Fish explains:
(Alicia Fish 4-26-22)
More information is available at helioscare.org/daffodil, or by calling 432-6773.
Hartwick College is sponsoring the "Hawks Town Fever" street fair in Oneonta this Saturday, from 1:00 to 5:00 PM On Main Street between Chestnut Street and Ford Avenue. The event will include carnival games, zip lines, live music, food trucks, The event is free and open to the public.
The Oxford Village Tree Board will be holding its 35th "Tree City USA" Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday at 9:00 am at the LaFayette Park bandstand. Plans include a proclamation, Tree City USA flag presentation, and a giveaway of seedling evergreen trees and a variety of seedling shrubs. More information is available at treeboard.oxfordny.com or (607) 843-2512.
SUNY Broome is holding their Spring Open House this weekend on Saturday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon at the SUNY Broome Ice Center. SUNY faculty and staff will be present to talk to prospective students & their families, Registration is required at sunybroome.edu/open-house
“Beatles For Sale” will play at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater Saturday Night, the Doors open at 6:00 pm. Tickets will be available at the door or reserve at 607-288-3882. Also, The Fine Arts Show will be featured in the gallery, more information is available at jerichoarts.com.
A State DEC patrol caught 30 teenagers holding a party with alcohol on Friday, April 22, at the Charles Baker State Forest in Sherburne. The group included teens ranging in age from 15 to 19 years old, including an unidentified 18-year-old from Norwich, who allegedly had 3 cases of beer, who was charged with underage possession of alcohol in a State Forest.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-29-22
The HALos Board of Directors announced their Open House at their facility at 146 Main Street in Afton tomorrow, Spokesperson Joyce Humphrey comments:
(Joyce Humphrey 4-26-22)
More information about HALos is available by calling (607) 639-4256.
Broome County Health Department is encouraging County residents to Shed the Meds during Saturday's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. The DEA Take Back Day encourages people to get rid of expired & unwanted prescription medication properly, before they can get into the wrong hands, or into the waste stream. Residents will be able to dispose of the meds at the Broome County Health Department in Binghamton.
The State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that starting Today, eastbound traffic on I-88 will be crossed over to the westbound lanes from just west of Exit 19 in Worcester to Exit 21 in Richmondville. The crossover will result in one lane of travel in each direction, the on-ramp at Exit 20 eastbound will close, followed by the westbound off ramp at Exit 19. The crossover and ramp closures are expected to be in place for approximately 5 months. Motorists are urged to slow down and drive responsibly in work zones.
The Broome County District Attorney’s Office announced 29 year old Corey Carney of Conklin was sentenced to serve 7 years in prison for attempted burglary. On October 14th 2021, Carney unlawfully entered an apartment on Louisa Street in Binghamton with two other males and attempted to steal property. Carney is also facing 5 years of post-release supervision.
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WCDO News — Tuesday 4-26-22
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-26-22
Sidney Village Mayor Andy Matviak announced today a new series of Open House events for village agencies;
(Andy Matviak 4-26-22)
Mayor Matviak said that they are in the process of setting up more open house events in the ensuing months following the Police & Court open house next month.
36 Year Old Jonas Whaley of the Town of German pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug-trafficking crime in US District Court in Syracuse. Whaley was arrested in September of 2021 & As part of his guilty plea, he admitted to possessing 50 grams of an illicit substance containing methamphetamine, plus handguns to protect himself while distributing drugs. Whaley faces sentencing on August 23rd.
Otsego County District Attorney's office announced the conviction of Bradley Cook of Oneonta for 2 counts of 1st degree criminal sexual act, for performing sexual acts with a minor under the age of 11 on 2 occasions. Cook will be sentenced June 24th.
Hartwick College is sponsoring the "Hawks Town Fever" street fair in Oneonta this Saturday, from 1:00 to 5:00 PM On Main Street between Chestnut Street and Ford Avenue. The event will include carnival games, zip lines, live music, food trucks, The event is free and open to the public.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-26-22
Fire investigators continue to search for a cause to an early Sunday Morning Fire on West Street in Oneonta. Firefighters were called to 452 West Street at about 1:00 AM Sunday to find the home fully engulfed, Fire Fighters from West Oneonta, Otego, Laurens, West Laurens, Mt. Vision, Worcester, Schenevus, Franklin and Pindars Corners fire departments assisted at the scene, no one was home when the fire broke out & no injuries were reported.
The HALos Board of Directors announced that they will have a community Open House at their facility at 146 Main Street in Afton This Saturday, Spokesperson Joyce Humphrey told WCDO news that it took 3 years to renovate the Old Afton Great American store:
(Joyce Humphrey 4-26-22)
Saturday's Open House will run from 10:30 AM to 12:00 Noon, more information about HALos is available by calling (607) 639-4256.
Helios Care will hold their annual daffodil Jazz Brunch fundraiser this Saturday in Franklin, Helios care Spokesperson Alicia Fish explains:
(Alicia Fish 4-26-22)
More information is available at helioscare.org/daffodil, or by calling 432-6773.
The State DMV is reminding Motorcycle owners that all motorcycle registrations expire on April 30th and must be renewed by then. Motorcycles also must be inspected once a year at a licensed station. More information on how to renew a motorcycle registration can be found by visiting dmv.ny.gov.
Sidney Village Mayor Andy Matviak announced today a new series of Open House events for village agencies;
(Andy Matviak 4-26-22)
Mayor Matviak said that they are in the process of setting up more open house events in the ensuing months following the Police & Court open house next month.
36 Year Old Jonas Whaley of the Town of German pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug-trafficking crime in US District Court in Syracuse. Whaley was arrested in September of 2021 & As part of his guilty plea, he admitted to possessing 50 grams of an illicit substance containing methamphetamine, plus handguns to protect himself while distributing drugs. Whaley faces sentencing on August 23rd.
Otsego County District Attorney's office announced the conviction of Bradley Cook of Oneonta for 2 counts of 1st degree criminal sexual act, for performing sexual acts with a minor under the age of 11 on 2 occasions. Cook will be sentenced June 24th.
Hartwick College is sponsoring the "Hawks Town Fever" street fair in Oneonta this Saturday, from 1:00 to 5:00 PM On Main Street between Chestnut Street and Ford Avenue. The event will include carnival games, zip lines, live music, food trucks, The event is free and open to the public.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-26-22
Fire investigators continue to search for a cause to an early Sunday Morning Fire on West Street in Oneonta. Firefighters were called to 452 West Street at about 1:00 AM Sunday to find the home fully engulfed, Fire Fighters from West Oneonta, Otego, Laurens, West Laurens, Mt. Vision, Worcester, Schenevus, Franklin and Pindars Corners fire departments assisted at the scene, no one was home when the fire broke out & no injuries were reported.
The HALos Board of Directors announced that they will have a community Open House at their facility at 146 Main Street in Afton This Saturday, Spokesperson Joyce Humphrey told WCDO news that it took 3 years to renovate the Old Afton Great American store:
(Joyce Humphrey 4-26-22)
Saturday's Open House will run from 10:30 AM to 12:00 Noon, more information about HALos is available by calling (607) 639-4256.
Helios Care will hold their annual daffodil Jazz Brunch fundraiser this Saturday in Franklin, Helios care Spokesperson Alicia Fish explains:
(Alicia Fish 4-26-22)
More information is available at helioscare.org/daffodil, or by calling 432-6773.
The State DMV is reminding Motorcycle owners that all motorcycle registrations expire on April 30th and must be renewed by then. Motorcycles also must be inspected once a year at a licensed station. More information on how to renew a motorcycle registration can be found by visiting dmv.ny.gov.
WCDO News — Monday 10-28-19
The Otsego County Sheriff's
department announced that Roxanne Shipman-Hull was found dead in the town of
Plainfield along with her dog.
Shipman-Hull was reported missing October 1st, her body was found
Sunday, along with her deceased dog. An
Autopsy is scheduled to be performed at Lourdes Hospital in Binghamton, and
this investigation is ongoing.
The Otsego County Solid Waste
Department announced that County residents now have an opportunity to compost
household food waste at the Oneonta transfer station at 75 Silas Lane. The average household disposed of 29 pounds
of garbage per week. More information is
available by calling the Otsego County Solid Waste Department is available at
547-4256, or at their Facebook page or otsegocounty.com/departments/solid
waste.
The Out of The Woodwork Players
will perform "The Marvelous Wonderettes: Dream On" November 8 through
the 10th in Bainbridge, Players Spokesman Will Drew Explains:
(Will Drew 10-28-19)
Tickets are available at the Out
of the Woodwork Players Facebook page, through Brown Paper Ticekts.com
"Halos Help After
Loss" had their closing Friday & they have purchased the former Afton
Great American Building, Joyce Humphrey of Halos or “Help After Loss” told WCDO
News that the plans for the floorplan have changed a little:
(Joyce Humphrey 10-28-19)
Humphrey said that more
information about their services or about space in the building is available at
240-1550 or on their Facebook page.
Norwich City
Police are investigating the theft of 2 vehicles this weekend from the Hayes
Street Parking Lot & West Main Street.
Police said that both vehicles were unlocked, they remind city residents
to always lock up unattended vehicles, and never leave valuables in plain sight
in a vehicle. so far, the vehicles have
not been recovered & no arrests have been announced.
The body of a missing Cornell
University student was recovered by Ithaca Falls Saturday Night. 18 year old Antonio Tsialas’s death is under
investigation but foul play is not suspected, State Police are assisting Cornell
University Police, Tsialas had not been seen or heard from since Thursday
evening after leaving an event, he failed to meet a family member Friday
afternoon, the investigation is continuing.
The Guilford Town Board has
called a special meeting for tonight at 6:30 PM at the Guilford Town Hall on
Marble Road. The Guest Speaker will be
Dr. Phil Hofmeyer, who will be discussing Renewable Energy. The meeting is open to the public.
The Unatego Board of Education has a special meeting tonight at 6:30 as they consider 3 new proposals for the repurposing of the former Otego Elementary School building. Representatives from the 3 developers will present their plans for the building; the Board will make a decision at their regular Board meeting November 4. The 3 proposals are from Dirig Design of Wells Bridge, Granite Data Solutions of California & the Oneonta Christian Academy, more information is available at unatego.org or may be viewed in person at the Unatego District Office.
department announced that Roxanne Shipman-Hull was found dead in the town of
Plainfield along with her dog.
Shipman-Hull was reported missing October 1st, her body was found
Sunday, along with her deceased dog. An
Autopsy is scheduled to be performed at Lourdes Hospital in Binghamton, and
this investigation is ongoing.
The Otsego County Solid Waste
Department announced that County residents now have an opportunity to compost
household food waste at the Oneonta transfer station at 75 Silas Lane. The average household disposed of 29 pounds
of garbage per week. More information is
available by calling the Otsego County Solid Waste Department is available at
547-4256, or at their Facebook page or otsegocounty.com/departments/solid
waste.
The Out of The Woodwork Players
will perform "The Marvelous Wonderettes: Dream On" November 8 through
the 10th in Bainbridge, Players Spokesman Will Drew Explains:
(Will Drew 10-28-19)
Tickets are available at the Out
of the Woodwork Players Facebook page, through Brown Paper Ticekts.com
"Halos Help After
Loss" had their closing Friday & they have purchased the former Afton
Great American Building, Joyce Humphrey of Halos or “Help After Loss” told WCDO
News that the plans for the floorplan have changed a little:
(Joyce Humphrey 10-28-19)
Humphrey said that more
information about their services or about space in the building is available at
240-1550 or on their Facebook page.
Norwich City
Police are investigating the theft of 2 vehicles this weekend from the Hayes
Street Parking Lot & West Main Street.
Police said that both vehicles were unlocked, they remind city residents
to always lock up unattended vehicles, and never leave valuables in plain sight
in a vehicle. so far, the vehicles have
not been recovered & no arrests have been announced.
The body of a missing Cornell
University student was recovered by Ithaca Falls Saturday Night. 18 year old Antonio Tsialas’s death is under
investigation but foul play is not suspected, State Police are assisting Cornell
University Police, Tsialas had not been seen or heard from since Thursday
evening after leaving an event, he failed to meet a family member Friday
afternoon, the investigation is continuing.
The Guilford Town Board has
called a special meeting for tonight at 6:30 PM at the Guilford Town Hall on
Marble Road. The Guest Speaker will be
Dr. Phil Hofmeyer, who will be discussing Renewable Energy. The meeting is open to the public.
The Unatego Board of Education has a special meeting tonight at 6:30 as they consider 3 new proposals for the repurposing of the former Otego Elementary School building. Representatives from the 3 developers will present their plans for the building; the Board will make a decision at their regular Board meeting November 4. The 3 proposals are from Dirig Design of Wells Bridge, Granite Data Solutions of California & the Oneonta Christian Academy, more information is available at unatego.org or may be viewed in person at the Unatego District Office.
WCDO News — Tuesday 7-16-19
Oneonta Fire Department Officials reported that Friday's
Fire at the Mayrose Apartments started as a kitchen fire. The occupant of apartment 206 was taken to AO
Fox hospital for undisclosed injuries, one other pe4rson in a separate
apartment was displaced, The use of water to fight that fire led to a water
main break at around Chestnut Street, it was repaired by Friday night.
State Police responded to the report of a pedestrian struck
by a car on County Route 11 in the town of Unadilla Saturday. 69 year old Susan Haney of Unadilla was
struck by a vehicle driven by 34 year old Nicole Wilber of Unadilla, who
stopped & called police. Haney was
airlifted to Upstate medical center in Syracuse with Head & leg injuries
& internal bleeding. The
investigation is continuing.
Utica Police released more details about the Murder-Suicide
near the start of the Boilermaker race Sunday.
Police said that 17-year-old Bianca Devins of Utica was found dead, her
boyfriend 21 year old Brandon Clark was found by Police after he posted
pictures of Devin’s lifeless body on social media sites 4chan & Discord,
Discord followers alerted Police about the murder & Clark also alerted
Police. Clark was charged with
2nd-degree murder, after he was treated for self-inflicted stab wounds to the
neck. The investigation is continuing.
Plans are in the works for Halos to purchase the former
Afton Great American Building, rent some space to entrepreneurs & setting
up an office for their non-profit organization.
Joyce Humphrey started Halos or "Help After Loss' following the drowning
death of her son in 1993, she described their services:
(Joyce Humphrey 7-16-19)
Humphrey said that they should have the closing on the
building in the coming weeks; more information about their services is available
at 639-4256 or 240-1550.
The 3rd Annual Afton Sidewalk day will be held on Saturday
August 24th, organizers are hoping to get more artists & crafters to
exhibit their wares at this year’s event, spokesperson Amy Spooner explains:
(Amy Spooner 7-16-19)
More information can be found at
the Afton Sidewalk Day Facebook Page, or by calling Amy Spooner at 244-9366, or
Alexis Van Buren at Baristacrats at 743-2401.
Heather Franklin of Guilford was sentenced in Chenango
County Court to 7 to 11 years in state prison on Monday. Heather & her husband Ernest Franklin
plotted the murder of their 16-year-old adopted special needs son Jeffrey
before setting their house on fire in March 2017 to cover up his murder.
Heather Franklin pleaded guilty earlier this year to manslaughter, arson and
tampering with physical evidence.
Broome County Sheriff’s Office recovered a stolen vehicle
from Sidney recently, in the parking lot of the Econo Lodge. The deputy observed a male attempting to
enter the passenger side, the officer detained the male for questioning and
moments later he fled on foot into the woods. The officer pursued the suspect
and after a brief struggle took him into custody. 40 year old Hayes Cutting of Bainbridge is
accused of stealing the car from the Village of Sidney on July 12th, he was
charged with Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, Resisting Arrest &
Escape, he faces arraignment shortly.
A Blood Drive is being held in Sidney today. The blood drive will run from 1:00 to 6:00 PM
at the Sidney Elks Lodge, 104 River Street.
All Blood Types are needed. A
Blood Drive is also being held in Walton from 2:00 to 6: oo PM at the Pines
Brook Church, 1444 Pines Brook Road
The Oneonta Common Council will hold their next regular
meeting this evening at City Hall; the meeting is open to the public & will
begin at 7:00 PM.
Fire at the Mayrose Apartments started as a kitchen fire. The occupant of apartment 206 was taken to AO
Fox hospital for undisclosed injuries, one other pe4rson in a separate
apartment was displaced, The use of water to fight that fire led to a water
main break at around Chestnut Street, it was repaired by Friday night.
State Police responded to the report of a pedestrian struck
by a car on County Route 11 in the town of Unadilla Saturday. 69 year old Susan Haney of Unadilla was
struck by a vehicle driven by 34 year old Nicole Wilber of Unadilla, who
stopped & called police. Haney was
airlifted to Upstate medical center in Syracuse with Head & leg injuries
& internal bleeding. The
investigation is continuing.
Utica Police released more details about the Murder-Suicide
near the start of the Boilermaker race Sunday.
Police said that 17-year-old Bianca Devins of Utica was found dead, her
boyfriend 21 year old Brandon Clark was found by Police after he posted
pictures of Devin’s lifeless body on social media sites 4chan & Discord,
Discord followers alerted Police about the murder & Clark also alerted
Police. Clark was charged with
2nd-degree murder, after he was treated for self-inflicted stab wounds to the
neck. The investigation is continuing.
Plans are in the works for Halos to purchase the former
Afton Great American Building, rent some space to entrepreneurs & setting
up an office for their non-profit organization.
Joyce Humphrey started Halos or "Help After Loss' following the drowning
death of her son in 1993, she described their services:
(Joyce Humphrey 7-16-19)
Humphrey said that they should have the closing on the
building in the coming weeks; more information about their services is available
at 639-4256 or 240-1550.
The 3rd Annual Afton Sidewalk day will be held on Saturday
August 24th, organizers are hoping to get more artists & crafters to
exhibit their wares at this year’s event, spokesperson Amy Spooner explains:
(Amy Spooner 7-16-19)
More information can be found at
the Afton Sidewalk Day Facebook Page, or by calling Amy Spooner at 244-9366, or
Alexis Van Buren at Baristacrats at 743-2401.
Heather Franklin of Guilford was sentenced in Chenango
County Court to 7 to 11 years in state prison on Monday. Heather & her husband Ernest Franklin
plotted the murder of their 16-year-old adopted special needs son Jeffrey
before setting their house on fire in March 2017 to cover up his murder.
Heather Franklin pleaded guilty earlier this year to manslaughter, arson and
tampering with physical evidence.
Broome County Sheriff’s Office recovered a stolen vehicle
from Sidney recently, in the parking lot of the Econo Lodge. The deputy observed a male attempting to
enter the passenger side, the officer detained the male for questioning and
moments later he fled on foot into the woods. The officer pursued the suspect
and after a brief struggle took him into custody. 40 year old Hayes Cutting of Bainbridge is
accused of stealing the car from the Village of Sidney on July 12th, he was
charged with Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, Resisting Arrest &
Escape, he faces arraignment shortly.
A Blood Drive is being held in Sidney today. The blood drive will run from 1:00 to 6:00 PM
at the Sidney Elks Lodge, 104 River Street.
All Blood Types are needed. A
Blood Drive is also being held in Walton from 2:00 to 6: oo PM at the Pines
Brook Church, 1444 Pines Brook Road
The Oneonta Common Council will hold their next regular
meeting this evening at City Hall; the meeting is open to the public & will
begin at 7:00 PM.
WCDO News — Friday 7-12-19
Corey Weidman of Norwich pleaded guilty this week in federal
court on a variety of drug charges stemming from his arrest in Norwich in
December of last year. The Chenango
County Sheriff’s Office raided Weidman’s apartment after a 2-month
investigation, officers seized Crystal Meth, Cocaine, marijuana, LSD, suboxone,
a loaded handgun and more than $35,000 in cash. Weidman will be sentenced on
November 25th.
State Police have reported that a 17-year-old male has been
arrested in connection with a homicide in the town of Cobleskill. Police responded to a residence at 435 Lamont
District Road in Cobleskill and found the 50-year-old unidentified male victim
with a fatal gunshot wound to the back of the head. A 17-year-old has been remanded to the
Schoharie County Jail and is currently charged with Assault, Criminal Use of a
Firearm, and Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Additional charges may be
pending. The incident remains under investigation.
The State Public Service Commission approved an agreement
with Charter Communications/ Spectrum, to resolve disputes over the
Commission’s network expansion condition that was contained in the Commission’s
approval of the company’s merger with Time Warner Cable in 2016. Under the terms of the agreement, Charter
will expand its network to provide high-speed broadband service to 145,000
residences and businesses entirely in Upstate New York and will pay an
additional $12 million to expand broadband service to additional premises.
The annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 basketball Tournament will be
held this weekend on the streets of Norwich; Organizer Tom Revoir said that
they could still use a few more people to volunteer for the event:
(Tom Revoir 7-12-19)
Revoir said that about 340 teams are participating in the
tournament this weekend.
Catholic Charities in Sidney is once again offering free
backpacks to local children in need for the 2019-202 school year, Spokesperson
Penny McKnight explains:
(Penny McKnight 7-12-19)
McKnight said that the deadline to apply is August 12th,
also donations of school supplies will be accepted, and more information is available
by calling the Sidney Office at 604-4071.
The Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce is holding their
inaugural Sunday Summer Concert Series, at various locations around Afton
through September 8th, Chamber Vice President Melissa Matthews explains:
(Melissa Matthews 7-12-19)
More information about the Sunday Summer Concert series in
Afton can be found at gaacoc.com.
The "Help After Loss" nonprofit
group, which is also known as HALos, announced that they are purchasing the
former Afton Great American building.
HALos purchased the building at an auction in June, closing is
anticipated in late July or August, plans call for some of the space to be used
by HALos, and additional space can be rented out to interested businesses
following renovations. Donations like building supplies, paints, or gift
certificates will be accepted, more information is available at 639-4256 or
240-1550 or by email at HALosOrg@aol.com. or online at helpafterloss.com
The Sidney Town Board received a petition at Thursday’s
meeting from Muddy Rivers farm Brewery Owners Dustin & Jared Wood, in favor
of changing the zoning laws to allow the business to continue at their current
site on the Back River Road at Tryon’s Corners, past a July 25th
deadline. Sidney Town Supervisor Gene
Pigford Told WCDO News about potential Town zoning Board & Subsequent Town
Board Action on Muddy Rivers:
(Gene Pigford 7-12-19)
Pigford said that the final actions my take beyond the July
25th deadline, he does not anticipate the business will close at
that time.
Delaware County Social Services Commissioner Dana
Scuderi-Hunter has taken an indefinitely leave of absence from that
position. No timetable was announced for
the commissioner's return, or reason for the leave of absence.
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be
held at the Baptist Church in Oneonta tomorrow at 333 Main Street. All Blood Types are needed, the Blood Drive
will be held from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Property tax levy growth for local governments with fiscal
years that close on December 31 will be capped at 2% for the 2020 fiscal year,
according to State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. This figure affects the tax cap
calculations for all counties, towns, fire districts, 44 cities and 10
villages. The tax cap limits tax levy increases to the lesser of the rate of
inflation or 2% with some exceptions, including a provision that allows
municipalities to override the tax cap.
The 43rd Annual Carnival of Sales will be held tomorrow
throughout the village of Unadilla, Chamber of Commerce Spokesperson Jackie
Carey explains:
(Jackie Carey 7-12-19)
The event will run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, More information
is available at the Unadilla Chamber web site: unadillachamberofcommerce.org
Delhi Telephone Company representatives will be in Sidney
Center tomorrow as they continue to expand broadband services locally, with
High Speed Internet, Cable TV including HD & DVR & phone services. Jason Miller of DTC comments:
(Jason Miller 7-12-19)
Miller said that the Meet & Greet with the Sidney Center
Fire Department tomorrow will run from 11:00 to 2:00 PM.
The Sidney Central School District will be holding a special
Board of Education meeting today, at 4:30pm in the high school library. This
meeting is open to the public.
court on a variety of drug charges stemming from his arrest in Norwich in
December of last year. The Chenango
County Sheriff’s Office raided Weidman’s apartment after a 2-month
investigation, officers seized Crystal Meth, Cocaine, marijuana, LSD, suboxone,
a loaded handgun and more than $35,000 in cash. Weidman will be sentenced on
November 25th.
State Police have reported that a 17-year-old male has been
arrested in connection with a homicide in the town of Cobleskill. Police responded to a residence at 435 Lamont
District Road in Cobleskill and found the 50-year-old unidentified male victim
with a fatal gunshot wound to the back of the head. A 17-year-old has been remanded to the
Schoharie County Jail and is currently charged with Assault, Criminal Use of a
Firearm, and Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Additional charges may be
pending. The incident remains under investigation.
The State Public Service Commission approved an agreement
with Charter Communications/ Spectrum, to resolve disputes over the
Commission’s network expansion condition that was contained in the Commission’s
approval of the company’s merger with Time Warner Cable in 2016. Under the terms of the agreement, Charter
will expand its network to provide high-speed broadband service to 145,000
residences and businesses entirely in Upstate New York and will pay an
additional $12 million to expand broadband service to additional premises.
The annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 basketball Tournament will be
held this weekend on the streets of Norwich; Organizer Tom Revoir said that
they could still use a few more people to volunteer for the event:
(Tom Revoir 7-12-19)
Revoir said that about 340 teams are participating in the
tournament this weekend.
Catholic Charities in Sidney is once again offering free
backpacks to local children in need for the 2019-202 school year, Spokesperson
Penny McKnight explains:
(Penny McKnight 7-12-19)
McKnight said that the deadline to apply is August 12th,
also donations of school supplies will be accepted, and more information is available
by calling the Sidney Office at 604-4071.
The Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce is holding their
inaugural Sunday Summer Concert Series, at various locations around Afton
through September 8th, Chamber Vice President Melissa Matthews explains:
(Melissa Matthews 7-12-19)
More information about the Sunday Summer Concert series in
Afton can be found at gaacoc.com.
The "Help After Loss" nonprofit
group, which is also known as HALos, announced that they are purchasing the
former Afton Great American building.
HALos purchased the building at an auction in June, closing is
anticipated in late July or August, plans call for some of the space to be used
by HALos, and additional space can be rented out to interested businesses
following renovations. Donations like building supplies, paints, or gift
certificates will be accepted, more information is available at 639-4256 or
240-1550 or by email at HALosOrg@aol.com. or online at helpafterloss.com
The Sidney Town Board received a petition at Thursday’s
meeting from Muddy Rivers farm Brewery Owners Dustin & Jared Wood, in favor
of changing the zoning laws to allow the business to continue at their current
site on the Back River Road at Tryon’s Corners, past a July 25th
deadline. Sidney Town Supervisor Gene
Pigford Told WCDO News about potential Town zoning Board & Subsequent Town
Board Action on Muddy Rivers:
(Gene Pigford 7-12-19)
Pigford said that the final actions my take beyond the July
25th deadline, he does not anticipate the business will close at
that time.
Delaware County Social Services Commissioner Dana
Scuderi-Hunter has taken an indefinitely leave of absence from that
position. No timetable was announced for
the commissioner's return, or reason for the leave of absence.
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be
held at the Baptist Church in Oneonta tomorrow at 333 Main Street. All Blood Types are needed, the Blood Drive
will be held from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Property tax levy growth for local governments with fiscal
years that close on December 31 will be capped at 2% for the 2020 fiscal year,
according to State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. This figure affects the tax cap
calculations for all counties, towns, fire districts, 44 cities and 10
villages. The tax cap limits tax levy increases to the lesser of the rate of
inflation or 2% with some exceptions, including a provision that allows
municipalities to override the tax cap.
The 43rd Annual Carnival of Sales will be held tomorrow
throughout the village of Unadilla, Chamber of Commerce Spokesperson Jackie
Carey explains:
(Jackie Carey 7-12-19)
The event will run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, More information
is available at the Unadilla Chamber web site: unadillachamberofcommerce.org
Delhi Telephone Company representatives will be in Sidney
Center tomorrow as they continue to expand broadband services locally, with
High Speed Internet, Cable TV including HD & DVR & phone services. Jason Miller of DTC comments:
(Jason Miller 7-12-19)
Miller said that the Meet & Greet with the Sidney Center
Fire Department tomorrow will run from 11:00 to 2:00 PM.
The Sidney Central School District will be holding a special
Board of Education meeting today, at 4:30pm in the high school library. This
meeting is open to the public.
WCDO News — Friday 5-17-19
Ernest Franklin of Mount Upton is seeking a retrial, after
being found guilty of murdering his special needs stepson Jeffrey, and setting
fire to the family residence to cover up the murder. Franklin was due to be sentenced in Chenango
County for the murder arson & tampering with physical evidence charges when
the motion for a retrial was filed.
Ernest Franklin's wife Heather pleaded guilty to manslaughter, arson and
evidence tampering for her role in the case.
The Chenango County Sheriff's Department announced 18 year
old Cody Coleman has been charged with 2nd degree murder & criminal
possession of a weapon, in connection with the death of 16 year old Amelia
Wakefield in Smithville on May 3rd.
Coleman was being held on a probation violation in the Chenango County
Jail since the May 3rd fatal shooting of Wakefield, he was returned to the Jail
without bail after an indictment was unsealed this afternoon in Chenango County
Court.
SUNY Delhi will hold its 102nd annual commencement at 10
a.m. Saturday. About 800 students will graduate with certificates and
associate, bachelors, and master's degrees, according to a media release. The ceremony will be held at the track and
field facility on campus. The latest information will be available on the
college website at www.delhi.edu.
The Hartwick College Commencement Ceremony will be held
tomorrow, May 18th on the campus.
Seniors will assemble by 10:00 AM; the ceremony will begin at 11:30 AM
at Elmore Field.
The Fagan Flyers Fly In Breakfast at the Sidney Municipal
Airport will be held this Sunday. the
event will run from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, there will be plane rides, displays,
craft vendors & demonstrations by LifeNet.
“Help After Loss”
will host the “Halos Memory Run/Walk on Sunday from 12:00 to 6:00 PM at the
Greenlawn Elementary School Track in Bainbridge. Anyone who has experienced loss can
participate and register at form.jotform.com.
more information is available at helpafterloss.com or call
607-240-1550. An Event Page is also
available at facebook.com/events
This Sunday, Delaware County Public Health will be holding
a free Car Seat Safety Event at Delaware Valley Hospital in Walton, from 12:00
Noon until 2:00 PM. 75% of children are
riding in car seat that are not properly installed or do not fit
correctly. Parents and caregivers can
have their child’s car seat checked at no cost by certified child safety seat
technicians. This free event will educate
parents and caregivers on proper car seat installation and use. Car seats which
do not meet the Federal Motor Safety Standard may be replaced. Be sure to bring your child/children to the
event and expectant parents are also welcome.
In April, the number of private sector jobs in New York
State grew by 24,600, or 0.3%, to 8,300,500, a new, all-time high, according to
preliminary figures released by the State Department of Labor. New York’s statewide
unemployment rate was at 3.9% in April.
Chenango County Habitat for Humanity has 2 upcoming
fundraisers. The 1st is a 2-day Habitat
Yard Sale today from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM & Saturday, from 9:00 AM to 1:00
PM, at 16 North Canal Street in Oxford.
The 2nd fundraiser will be the annual Habitat Yard and Bake Sale on
Friday, May 24th at 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and on Saturday, May 25th from 9:00 AM
to 1:00 PM near Fred's Inn, at 5157 State Highway 12 south of Norwich. More information is available at 843-6249.
The village of Unadilla will be holding their annual metal
pick-up today between hours of 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. NO RUBBER, PLASTIC, GLASS, OIL, PAINT OR
OTHER LIQUID WASTE WILL BE PICKED-UP & that includes Freon which would be
in refrigerators, or air conditioners. Metals must be placed at curb by 7:00
am; more information is available at 369-3421.
The Sidney Rotary Club will hold their next Membership night
tonight at the Sidney American Legion at 22 Union Street. The event will begin at 5:00 PM.
Senator Fred Akshar will be hosting his 32nd “Face Time With
Fred” town hall meeting on tomorrow from 1:30pm - 3:00pm at the Hillcrest Fire
Department in Hillcrest. Community members are invited to attend the informal
meetings to discuss important state and local issues.
Destination Oneonta's Fabulous Friday Event will be held
today on Main Street from 5:30 to 8:00 PM.
The event will feature Tom & Doug's Cruise In & Music From Off
the Record.
being found guilty of murdering his special needs stepson Jeffrey, and setting
fire to the family residence to cover up the murder. Franklin was due to be sentenced in Chenango
County for the murder arson & tampering with physical evidence charges when
the motion for a retrial was filed.
Ernest Franklin's wife Heather pleaded guilty to manslaughter, arson and
evidence tampering for her role in the case.
The Chenango County Sheriff's Department announced 18 year
old Cody Coleman has been charged with 2nd degree murder & criminal
possession of a weapon, in connection with the death of 16 year old Amelia
Wakefield in Smithville on May 3rd.
Coleman was being held on a probation violation in the Chenango County
Jail since the May 3rd fatal shooting of Wakefield, he was returned to the Jail
without bail after an indictment was unsealed this afternoon in Chenango County
Court.
SUNY Delhi will hold its 102nd annual commencement at 10
a.m. Saturday. About 800 students will graduate with certificates and
associate, bachelors, and master's degrees, according to a media release. The ceremony will be held at the track and
field facility on campus. The latest information will be available on the
college website at www.delhi.edu.
The Hartwick College Commencement Ceremony will be held
tomorrow, May 18th on the campus.
Seniors will assemble by 10:00 AM; the ceremony will begin at 11:30 AM
at Elmore Field.
The Fagan Flyers Fly In Breakfast at the Sidney Municipal
Airport will be held this Sunday. the
event will run from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, there will be plane rides, displays,
craft vendors & demonstrations by LifeNet.
“Help After Loss”
will host the “Halos Memory Run/Walk on Sunday from 12:00 to 6:00 PM at the
Greenlawn Elementary School Track in Bainbridge. Anyone who has experienced loss can
participate and register at form.jotform.com.
more information is available at helpafterloss.com or call
607-240-1550. An Event Page is also
available at facebook.com/events
This Sunday, Delaware County Public Health will be holding
a free Car Seat Safety Event at Delaware Valley Hospital in Walton, from 12:00
Noon until 2:00 PM. 75% of children are
riding in car seat that are not properly installed or do not fit
correctly. Parents and caregivers can
have their child’s car seat checked at no cost by certified child safety seat
technicians. This free event will educate
parents and caregivers on proper car seat installation and use. Car seats which
do not meet the Federal Motor Safety Standard may be replaced. Be sure to bring your child/children to the
event and expectant parents are also welcome.
In April, the number of private sector jobs in New York
State grew by 24,600, or 0.3%, to 8,300,500, a new, all-time high, according to
preliminary figures released by the State Department of Labor. New York’s statewide
unemployment rate was at 3.9% in April.
Chenango County Habitat for Humanity has 2 upcoming
fundraisers. The 1st is a 2-day Habitat
Yard Sale today from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM & Saturday, from 9:00 AM to 1:00
PM, at 16 North Canal Street in Oxford.
The 2nd fundraiser will be the annual Habitat Yard and Bake Sale on
Friday, May 24th at 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and on Saturday, May 25th from 9:00 AM
to 1:00 PM near Fred's Inn, at 5157 State Highway 12 south of Norwich. More information is available at 843-6249.
The village of Unadilla will be holding their annual metal
pick-up today between hours of 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. NO RUBBER, PLASTIC, GLASS, OIL, PAINT OR
OTHER LIQUID WASTE WILL BE PICKED-UP & that includes Freon which would be
in refrigerators, or air conditioners. Metals must be placed at curb by 7:00
am; more information is available at 369-3421.
The Sidney Rotary Club will hold their next Membership night
tonight at the Sidney American Legion at 22 Union Street. The event will begin at 5:00 PM.
Senator Fred Akshar will be hosting his 32nd “Face Time With
Fred” town hall meeting on tomorrow from 1:30pm - 3:00pm at the Hillcrest Fire
Department in Hillcrest. Community members are invited to attend the informal
meetings to discuss important state and local issues.
Destination Oneonta's Fabulous Friday Event will be held
today on Main Street from 5:30 to 8:00 PM.
The event will feature Tom & Doug's Cruise In & Music From Off
the Record.