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WCDO News — Tuesday 4-14-26
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-14-26
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 54 year old Shelley Wilkerson of Worcester for Overdriving, torturing and injuring animals and failure to provide sustenance following an investigation into a report of an elderly Great Dane that was dying or deceased at Wilkerson's residence. Deputies found the Great Dane was located outside, the Investigation revealed that Wilkerson allegedly failed to provide proper veterinary care to the dog, which resulted in the dog's death. Wilkerson was arrested and was issued an Appearance Ticket to Town of Worcester Court at a later date.
New York lawmakers passed a third budget extender Monday to keep state government running and employees paid as budget negotiations, continue in Albany. The stalemate continues due to issues like the state’s climate law, auto insurance reform, education and housing. The budget was due April 1st & has been late the last 5 years.
Volunteers are needed for a spring clean up day at Keith Clark Park in Sidney Saturday starting at 10:00 AM, organizer Lori Roach explains:
(Lori Roach 4-14-26)
People are advised to dressaccordingly & they can bring gardening tools, more information is available at 607-604-4445.
Greater Opportunities of Broome and Chenango County, recently won the bid from the Norwich School District to purchase Flanagan Field on Plymouth Street in Norwich, they plan to build a $9 million multi-unit apartment project for low-income housing at the site. The sale of the parcel has to be approved by voters in the Norwich School District when they vote on the district budget on May 19th in the Norwich City School District Office, 89 Midland Drive in Norwich.
AM NEWS TUESDAY 4-14-26
Walton Fire Department and Emergency Squad were dispatched Sunday at about 2:00 PM to a working structure fire on Fish Hollow Road in the Town of Hamden, that was called in by a passerby. Upon arriving, units found a 2 1/2 story farm house with smoke & flames showing, by 3:00 pm the fire was under control, the structure was a total loss and 1 nearby structure was saved, No injuries were reported to the 3 residents or firefighters, mutual aid was provided by several area Fire Departments.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum will host a Memorial Day Weekend celebration, The Hall of Fame Military Classic: A Tribute to Service and Sacrifice will feature a 7-inning game at Doubleday Field with Hall of Famers Wade Boggs, Rollie Fingers, Todd Helton, Fergie Jenkins, Tony La Russa, Scott Rolen and Joe Torre will serve as managers and coaches as two dozen former big leaguers take the field. Gates open at 11 am,Tickets are on sale online through the Hall of Fame website at baseballhall.org or at 1-888-325-0470 Monday through Friday from 9 am. to 6 pm.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 36 year old Samantha Kilts & 44 year old Kristopher Kovacks, of Smyrna, for Trespass, Criminal Mischief, and Petit Larceny after an investigation into a trespass complaint. It is alleged that Kovack and Kilts unlawfully went on the property of the victim, stole, and damaged items. Kovack and Kilts were arrested and released on appearance tickets to appear in the Town of Sherburne Court at a later date.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 54 year old Shelley Wilkerson of Worcester for Overdriving, torturing and injuring animals and failure to provide sustenance following an investigation into a report of an elderly Great Dane that was dying or deceased at Wilkerson's residence. Deputies found the Great Dane was located outside, the Investigation revealed that Wilkerson allegedly failed to provide proper veterinary care to the dog, which resulted in the dog's death. Wilkerson was arrested and was issued an Appearance Ticket to Town of Worcester Court at a later date.
New York lawmakers passed a third budget extender Monday to keep state government running and employees paid as budget negotiations, continue in Albany. The stalemate continues due to issues like the state’s climate law, auto insurance reform, education and housing. The budget was due April 1st & has been late the last 5 years.
Volunteers are needed for a spring clean up day at Keith Clark Park in Sidney Saturday starting at 10:00 AM, organizer Lori Roach explains:
(Lori Roach 4-14-26)
People are advised to dressaccordingly & they can bring gardening tools, more information is available at 607-604-4445.
Greater Opportunities of Broome and Chenango County, recently won the bid from the Norwich School District to purchase Flanagan Field on Plymouth Street in Norwich, they plan to build a $9 million multi-unit apartment project for low-income housing at the site. The sale of the parcel has to be approved by voters in the Norwich School District when they vote on the district budget on May 19th in the Norwich City School District Office, 89 Midland Drive in Norwich.
AM NEWS TUESDAY 4-14-26
Walton Fire Department and Emergency Squad were dispatched Sunday at about 2:00 PM to a working structure fire on Fish Hollow Road in the Town of Hamden, that was called in by a passerby. Upon arriving, units found a 2 1/2 story farm house with smoke & flames showing, by 3:00 pm the fire was under control, the structure was a total loss and 1 nearby structure was saved, No injuries were reported to the 3 residents or firefighters, mutual aid was provided by several area Fire Departments.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum will host a Memorial Day Weekend celebration, The Hall of Fame Military Classic: A Tribute to Service and Sacrifice will feature a 7-inning game at Doubleday Field with Hall of Famers Wade Boggs, Rollie Fingers, Todd Helton, Fergie Jenkins, Tony La Russa, Scott Rolen and Joe Torre will serve as managers and coaches as two dozen former big leaguers take the field. Gates open at 11 am,Tickets are on sale online through the Hall of Fame website at baseballhall.org or at 1-888-325-0470 Monday through Friday from 9 am. to 6 pm.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 36 year old Samantha Kilts & 44 year old Kristopher Kovacks, of Smyrna, for Trespass, Criminal Mischief, and Petit Larceny after an investigation into a trespass complaint. It is alleged that Kovack and Kilts unlawfully went on the property of the victim, stole, and damaged items. Kovack and Kilts were arrested and released on appearance tickets to appear in the Town of Sherburne Court at a later date.
FERGIE JENKINSFLANAGAN FIELDGREATER OPPORTUNITIES OF BROOME AND CHENANGO COUNTIESHAMDENJOE TORREKEITH CLARK PARKKRISTOPHER KOVACKSLORI ROACHNational Baseball Hall of Fame and MuseumNew YorkNorwichNYSAMANTHA KILTSSCOTT ROLENSHELLY WILKERSONSmyrnaTODD HELTONTONY LA RUSSAWADE BOGGSWALTON FIRE DEPARTMEMTWCDOWORCESTER
WCDO News — Monday 5-19-25
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 5-19-25
A Delaware County Grand Jury handed down a Sealed Indictment Warrant for the arrest of 50-year-old James Amato. Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested Amato on the Warrant, he was arraigned in Delaware County Court, where the indictment was unsealed, alleging that in April of 2021 Amato had taken logs off multiple properties in the Town of Hamden, causing damage to trees and property and selling the timber for profit. Amato was charged with 3 counts each of 3rd & 4th degree Grand Larceny and 6 counts of Criminal Mischief, Amato was released on his own recognizance and directed to re-appear in court at a future date.
63 year old Daniel Schultz of Margaretville was sentenced to 6 months in the Delaware County Correctional Facility to be followed by 3 years of a conditional discharge for the crime of Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a Child in the Vehicle, commonly known as Leandra’s Law. On August 10, 2024, a State Trooper observed a pickup truck operated by Daniel Schultz, Schultz’s license had previously been revoked, a traffic stop was initiated, Schultz stopped the vehicle, a passenger quickly exited the truck, who was under the age of 16. Schultz failed sobriety testing & was charged with several crimes, Schultz pleaded guilty, Schultz was sentenced in Delaware County Court last week, his license was revoked, and if he obtains a license, he will need to install an ignition interlock device on any vehicle he owns or operates. If he violates any condition of his conditional discharge, he could be re-sentenced to 1 1/3 to 4 years in state prison.
School Budget votes will be held tomorrow across the state, Sidney Central School District Superintendent Eben Bullock told WCDO news about their proposed budget:
(Eben Bullock 5-19-25)
The Unatego School District is also seeking approval on a new budget, Superintendent Dr. Dave Richards explains:
(Dr. Dave Richards 5-19-25)
School Districts are also looking to fill Board of Education Seats, and in some cases capital projects and/or buss purchases around the state tomorrow.
The City of Oneonta announced a Traffic Alert regarding the Lettis Highway Lane Closures. Starting today, motorists can expect northbound lane closures on Lettis Highway (Route 23) between Fair Street and Main Street for approximately two weeks while drainage work is underway as part of State DOT's Oneonta Roundabout project. Drivers are reminded to slow down in work zones and obey all traffic control devices. Traffic updates can be found at 511, visiting 511NY.org or download the free 511NY mobile app.
Otsego County, in partnership with the Mohawk Valley Economic Development District, will host a public kickoff meeting on Thursday, May 29, to launch its Broadband Technical Assistance Project. The event will be held from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at the Meadows Office Complex, at 140 County Highway 33W, Cooperstown.
Residents in Broome, Chenango, Delaware and Otsego Counties have access to an expanded range of transportation services, thanks to the Getthere program, providing rides to medical appointments,emergency food access, and employment. Getthere is a program of the Rural Health Network of South Central New York, more information is available at (855) 373-4040 or rhnscny.org.
A.M. NEWS Monday 5-19-25
State Police is enhancing its approach to investigating animal cruelty through a new partnership with the State Animal Protection Federation. More than 200 Troopers and Investigators will receive advanced instruction on identifying and responding to animal cruelty cases so that they will be better equipped to detect, investigate, and document cruelty cases, Enhance collaboration with local law enforcement, animal welfare organizations, and prosecutors and it will allow for a more efficient response to these complex investigations.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is rebranding and will host a first look at a launch party on Monday, May 19, at 4:00 pm in The Okun Theatre of Farrell Hall at SUNY Delhi. Chamber President Ray Pucci comments:
(Ray Pucci 5-19-25)
Pucc said that Josiah Brown of Famous Destination Marketing, has been working with the chamber Staff & Board of Directors Everyone is invited to attend. Advanced registration is not required but is appreciated at the Programs and Events tab at DelawareCounty.org.
A Delaware County Grand Jury handed down a Sealed Indictment Warrant for the arrest of 50-year-old James Amato. Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested Amato on the Warrant, he was arraigned in Delaware County Court, where the indictment was unsealed, alleging that in April of 2021 Amato had taken logs off multiple properties in the Town of Hamden, causing damage to trees and property and selling the timber for profit. Amato was charged with 3 counts each of 3rd & 4th degree Grand Larceny and 6 counts of Criminal Mischief, Amato was released on his own recognizance and directed to re-appear in court at a future date.
63 year old Daniel Schultz of Margaretville was sentenced to 6 months in the Delaware County Correctional Facility to be followed by 3 years of a conditional discharge for the crime of Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a Child in the Vehicle, commonly known as Leandra’s Law. On August 10, 2024, a State Trooper observed a pickup truck operated by Daniel Schultz, Schultz’s license had previously been revoked, a traffic stop was initiated, Schultz stopped the vehicle, a passenger quickly exited the truck, who was under the age of 16. Schultz failed sobriety testing & was charged with several crimes, Schultz pleaded guilty, Schultz was sentenced in Delaware County Court last week, his license was revoked, and if he obtains a license, he will need to install an ignition interlock device on any vehicle he owns or operates. If he violates any condition of his conditional discharge, he could be re-sentenced to 1 1/3 to 4 years in state prison.
School Budget votes will be held tomorrow across the state, Sidney Central School District Superintendent Eben Bullock told WCDO news about their proposed budget:
(Eben Bullock 5-19-25)
The Unatego School District is also seeking approval on a new budget, Superintendent Dr. Dave Richards explains:
(Dr. Dave Richards 5-19-25)
School Districts are also looking to fill Board of Education Seats, and in some cases capital projects and/or buss purchases around the state tomorrow.
The City of Oneonta announced a Traffic Alert regarding the Lettis Highway Lane Closures. Starting today, motorists can expect northbound lane closures on Lettis Highway (Route 23) between Fair Street and Main Street for approximately two weeks while drainage work is underway as part of State DOT's Oneonta Roundabout project. Drivers are reminded to slow down in work zones and obey all traffic control devices. Traffic updates can be found at 511, visiting 511NY.org or download the free 511NY mobile app.
Otsego County, in partnership with the Mohawk Valley Economic Development District, will host a public kickoff meeting on Thursday, May 29, to launch its Broadband Technical Assistance Project. The event will be held from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at the Meadows Office Complex, at 140 County Highway 33W, Cooperstown.
Residents in Broome, Chenango, Delaware and Otsego Counties have access to an expanded range of transportation services, thanks to the Getthere program, providing rides to medical appointments,emergency food access, and employment. Getthere is a program of the Rural Health Network of South Central New York, more information is available at (855) 373-4040 or rhnscny.org.
A.M. NEWS Monday 5-19-25
State Police is enhancing its approach to investigating animal cruelty through a new partnership with the State Animal Protection Federation. More than 200 Troopers and Investigators will receive advanced instruction on identifying and responding to animal cruelty cases so that they will be better equipped to detect, investigate, and document cruelty cases, Enhance collaboration with local law enforcement, animal welfare organizations, and prosecutors and it will allow for a more efficient response to these complex investigations.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is rebranding and will host a first look at a launch party on Monday, May 19, at 4:00 pm in The Okun Theatre of Farrell Hall at SUNY Delhi. Chamber President Ray Pucci comments:
(Ray Pucci 5-19-25)
Pucc said that Josiah Brown of Famous Destination Marketing, has been working with the chamber Staff & Board of Directors Everyone is invited to attend. Advanced registration is not required but is appreciated at the Programs and Events tab at DelawareCounty.org.
CooperstownDANIEL SCHULTZDelaware County Chamber of CommerceFAMOUS DESTINATION MARKETINGGETTHEREHAMDENJAMES AMATOJOSIAH BROWNMARGARETVILLEMEADOWS OFFICE COMPLEXMohawk Valley Economic Development DistrictNew YorkNYOKUN THEATEROneontaRAY PUCCIRURAL HEALTH NETWORK OF SOUTH CENTRAL NEW YORKSIDNEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT EBEN BULLOCKSTATE ANIMAL PROTECTION FEDERATION.STATE DOTSUNY DELHIUNATEGO SUPERINTENDENT DR. DAVE RICHARDSWCDO
WCDO News — Wednesday 11-27-24
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-27-24
A Winter Storm Watch is in effect from Midnight through 7:00 PM on Thanksgiving in Delaware, Otsego & Sullivan Counties, Meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO news about this storm:
(Rich Townsend 11-27-24)
the higher accumulations are expected to be in the higher elevation, mainly to the Eastern part of the WCDO Listening area, we'll have our Tri-County Forecast at the end of this news cast.
The Otsego County Department of Health reports that a bat tested positive for rabies in the town of Oneonta, 1 person was exposed and started rabies post exposure vaccinations. All dogs, cats, and ferrets must be vaccinated for rabies, Unvaccinated pets in contact with wildlife that is suspected or confirmed to be rabid must be either euthanized or strictly quarantined at owner’s expense for 6 months. More information is available at 607-547-4230 or otsegocounty.com.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 56 year old Scott Wood of Hamden for Driving While Intoxicated on November 16thth. Deputies responded to an assist EMS call on West Terry Clove Road for a male having trouble breathing, the male left the scene and was traveling on West Terry Clove Road. Deputies found a vehicle stopped in the roadway with a male asleep in the driver seat, who was identified as Scott Wood, who was charged with DWI & Driving with a BAC of .08 of higher, Open Container among other charges, he was released and will appear in the Town Hamden Court at a later date.
Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar released the results of the targeted, 5-week public safety and crime response initiative conducted by the Broome County Sheriff’s Office Strategic Response Group in Binghamton. From October 10th to November 15th , the Group's efforts resulted in 19 Narcotics Arrests, 14 Warrant Arrests, 43 Vehicle and Traffic Arrests, they conducted over 800 traffic stop and issued over 760 traffic violations.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-27-24
48 year old Scott Mawhiney of Deposit was found guilty in Broome County Court this week for Attempted Murder, Aggravated Assault on a Police Officer, Assault, Criminal Use of a Firearm, Criminal Possession of a Weapon among other charges. On June 23, 2021, Mawhiney was involved in a domestic incident, the 2 female victims escaped, State Police responded, Mawhiney armed himself & shot at Trooper Ryan Thorp, who received a career tending injury from a bullet fragment striking him, Mawhiney will be sentenced on February 26. He faces a potential maximum sentence of 30 years to life in prison.
State Police will continue in a special traffic enforcement initiative to crack down on unsafe driving behaviors during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday through Sunday, December 1, 2024. State Police will supplement regular patrols statewide, including fixed sobriety checkpoints, which targets distracted drivers by utilizing Concealed patrol vehicles to better locate drivers talking or texting on handheld devices. Elevated traffic volumes are expected, and wintry weather is expected to impact portions of the state, including in the Catskills & North Country.
The Jericho Arts Council Gallery Committee will be hosting their annual Artisan Holiday Gift Market Friday to Sunday from 10 am. to 4 pm. each day in the Gallery on the second floor of the Bainbridge Town Hall at 15 North Main Street. For further information go to www.jerichoarts.com.
A Winter Storm Watch is in effect from Midnight through 7:00 PM on Thanksgiving in Delaware, Otsego & Sullivan Counties, Meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO news about this storm:
(Rich Townsend 11-27-24)
the higher accumulations are expected to be in the higher elevation, mainly to the Eastern part of the WCDO Listening area, we'll have our Tri-County Forecast at the end of this news cast.
The Otsego County Department of Health reports that a bat tested positive for rabies in the town of Oneonta, 1 person was exposed and started rabies post exposure vaccinations. All dogs, cats, and ferrets must be vaccinated for rabies, Unvaccinated pets in contact with wildlife that is suspected or confirmed to be rabid must be either euthanized or strictly quarantined at owner’s expense for 6 months. More information is available at 607-547-4230 or otsegocounty.com.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 56 year old Scott Wood of Hamden for Driving While Intoxicated on November 16thth. Deputies responded to an assist EMS call on West Terry Clove Road for a male having trouble breathing, the male left the scene and was traveling on West Terry Clove Road. Deputies found a vehicle stopped in the roadway with a male asleep in the driver seat, who was identified as Scott Wood, who was charged with DWI & Driving with a BAC of .08 of higher, Open Container among other charges, he was released and will appear in the Town Hamden Court at a later date.
Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar released the results of the targeted, 5-week public safety and crime response initiative conducted by the Broome County Sheriff’s Office Strategic Response Group in Binghamton. From October 10th to November 15th , the Group's efforts resulted in 19 Narcotics Arrests, 14 Warrant Arrests, 43 Vehicle and Traffic Arrests, they conducted over 800 traffic stop and issued over 760 traffic violations.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-27-24
48 year old Scott Mawhiney of Deposit was found guilty in Broome County Court this week for Attempted Murder, Aggravated Assault on a Police Officer, Assault, Criminal Use of a Firearm, Criminal Possession of a Weapon among other charges. On June 23, 2021, Mawhiney was involved in a domestic incident, the 2 female victims escaped, State Police responded, Mawhiney armed himself & shot at Trooper Ryan Thorp, who received a career tending injury from a bullet fragment striking him, Mawhiney will be sentenced on February 26. He faces a potential maximum sentence of 30 years to life in prison.
State Police will continue in a special traffic enforcement initiative to crack down on unsafe driving behaviors during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday through Sunday, December 1, 2024. State Police will supplement regular patrols statewide, including fixed sobriety checkpoints, which targets distracted drivers by utilizing Concealed patrol vehicles to better locate drivers talking or texting on handheld devices. Elevated traffic volumes are expected, and wintry weather is expected to impact portions of the state, including in the Catskills & North Country.
The Jericho Arts Council Gallery Committee will be hosting their annual Artisan Holiday Gift Market Friday to Sunday from 10 am. to 4 pm. each day in the Gallery on the second floor of the Bainbridge Town Hall at 15 North Main Street. For further information go to www.jerichoarts.com.
WCDO News — Monday 6-10-24
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-10-24
State Police responded Saturday Afternoon to a report of a single car crash with entrapment in the town of Franklin. 74 year old Gjeto Vulaj of Delhi was traveling south on County Highway 16 in a 2005 Jeep Wrangler, he went off the road into a ditch and his vehicle became engulfed in flames. Vulaj was trapped in the vehicle when a family member who was traveling behind him and another citizen attempted to remove him from the vehicle but they were unsuccessful. Vulaj was ultimately extricated by fire personnel from Franklin and Treadwell Fire Departments. He was transported to A.O Fox Hospital but did not survive. The family member who attempted to free Vulaj suffered smoke inhalation and burns. The investigation is continuing.
49 year old Keith Audette of Hamden was indicted for Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs by the Delaware County Grand Jury last week. The Indictment alleges that on April 9th, Audette was driving in the Village of Walton while impaired by methamphetamines, he was previously convicted of operating a motor vehicle with .08 BAC in 2015 in Chenango County, where he was required to have an interlock device in any vehicle he operates. Audette was also charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle as well as driving without an Interlock Device, & he faces court action shortly.
37 year old Eric Black of Walton was indicted by the Delaware County Grand Jury last week on a 2 Count Indictment for Grand Larceny, he is accused of stealing 2 guns from his mother’s residence which were secured in locked storage cases. Black faces court action on the indictment shortly.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office continues to ask for the public's help in locating a stolen Bandit Wood-chipper from the area of BWS Road and Mill Brook Road in the Town of Middletown, sometime between June 3rd & 4th. Anyone who has any information pertaining to the theft of this piece of equipment to contact him should call 914-593-7500.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-10-24
Delaware County Board of Elections reminds County voters that the Primary Elections will be held on June 25th. There will be Democratic Party Primaries in Roxbury for the Town Council, & in the 102nd Assembly District, There will be no Republican primary elections in Delaware County. The last day to register for the primary is June 15th, the last day for the Board of Elections to receive early mail/absentee ballot applications online or by mail is June 15th. Early Voting, Saturday, June 15th through Sunday, June 23rd will be held at the Board of Elections Office 97 Main St, Suite 5, Delhi, more information is available at 607-832-5321.
New York returned $504 million to its rightful owners last year, State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli currently oversees $19 billion in unclaimed funds for over 51 million account holders until it can be returned to its rightful owners. More information is available at ouf.osc.state.ny.us.
Delaware County Public Health will hold a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For dogs, cats, and ferrets today from 5:30PM to 7:30PM, at the Franklin Fire Hall, 351 Main Street, Franklin. Dogs must be on a leash & under proper control. Cats and Ferrets should be in a carrying case, more information is available at Delaware County Public Health at (607) 832-5200.
THE DEPOSIT-HANCOCK SOFTBALL TEAM ADDED ANOTHER STATE TITLE OVER THE WEEKEND. THE EAGLES DEFEATED SALEM HIGH SCHOOL FROM THE ALBANY AREA 13-0. WCDO SPORTS DIRECTOR, NATE LULL TRAVELLED TO LONG ISLAND FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME AND TALKED ABOUT THE D-H SOFTBALL DYNASTY:
"NATE LULL NEWS-DH STATE CHAMP WIN" (:23)
D-H PITCHER, ADDISON MAKOWSKI LED THE TEAM TO VICTORY WITH 21 STRIKEOUTS. 8 D-H PLAYERS COMBINED FOR 13 HITS IN THE SHUT OUT WIN. THE EAGLES ARE GRADUATING ONLY 2 SENIORS THIS YEAR. THEY WILL BE MOVING UP TO CLASS C NEXT SEASON.
State Police responded Saturday Afternoon to a report of a single car crash with entrapment in the town of Franklin. 74 year old Gjeto Vulaj of Delhi was traveling south on County Highway 16 in a 2005 Jeep Wrangler, he went off the road into a ditch and his vehicle became engulfed in flames. Vulaj was trapped in the vehicle when a family member who was traveling behind him and another citizen attempted to remove him from the vehicle but they were unsuccessful. Vulaj was ultimately extricated by fire personnel from Franklin and Treadwell Fire Departments. He was transported to A.O Fox Hospital but did not survive. The family member who attempted to free Vulaj suffered smoke inhalation and burns. The investigation is continuing.
49 year old Keith Audette of Hamden was indicted for Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs by the Delaware County Grand Jury last week. The Indictment alleges that on April 9th, Audette was driving in the Village of Walton while impaired by methamphetamines, he was previously convicted of operating a motor vehicle with .08 BAC in 2015 in Chenango County, where he was required to have an interlock device in any vehicle he operates. Audette was also charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle as well as driving without an Interlock Device, & he faces court action shortly.
37 year old Eric Black of Walton was indicted by the Delaware County Grand Jury last week on a 2 Count Indictment for Grand Larceny, he is accused of stealing 2 guns from his mother’s residence which were secured in locked storage cases. Black faces court action on the indictment shortly.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office continues to ask for the public's help in locating a stolen Bandit Wood-chipper from the area of BWS Road and Mill Brook Road in the Town of Middletown, sometime between June 3rd & 4th. Anyone who has any information pertaining to the theft of this piece of equipment to contact him should call 914-593-7500.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-10-24
Delaware County Board of Elections reminds County voters that the Primary Elections will be held on June 25th. There will be Democratic Party Primaries in Roxbury for the Town Council, & in the 102nd Assembly District, There will be no Republican primary elections in Delaware County. The last day to register for the primary is June 15th, the last day for the Board of Elections to receive early mail/absentee ballot applications online or by mail is June 15th. Early Voting, Saturday, June 15th through Sunday, June 23rd will be held at the Board of Elections Office 97 Main St, Suite 5, Delhi, more information is available at 607-832-5321.
New York returned $504 million to its rightful owners last year, State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli currently oversees $19 billion in unclaimed funds for over 51 million account holders until it can be returned to its rightful owners. More information is available at ouf.osc.state.ny.us.
Delaware County Public Health will hold a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For dogs, cats, and ferrets today from 5:30PM to 7:30PM, at the Franklin Fire Hall, 351 Main Street, Franklin. Dogs must be on a leash & under proper control. Cats and Ferrets should be in a carrying case, more information is available at Delaware County Public Health at (607) 832-5200.
THE DEPOSIT-HANCOCK SOFTBALL TEAM ADDED ANOTHER STATE TITLE OVER THE WEEKEND. THE EAGLES DEFEATED SALEM HIGH SCHOOL FROM THE ALBANY AREA 13-0. WCDO SPORTS DIRECTOR, NATE LULL TRAVELLED TO LONG ISLAND FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME AND TALKED ABOUT THE D-H SOFTBALL DYNASTY:
"NATE LULL NEWS-DH STATE CHAMP WIN" (:23)
D-H PITCHER, ADDISON MAKOWSKI LED THE TEAM TO VICTORY WITH 21 STRIKEOUTS. 8 D-H PLAYERS COMBINED FOR 13 HITS IN THE SHUT OUT WIN. THE EAGLES ARE GRADUATING ONLY 2 SENIORS THIS YEAR. THEY WILL BE MOVING UP TO CLASS C NEXT SEASON.
WCDO News — Monday 5-13-24
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 5-13-24
Delaware County Deputies responded Saturday night, to Gregory Hollow Road in the Town of Colchester for a report of a truck stuck in a brook. Upon arrival, Deputies identified a male walking away from the scene, as 44-year-old Jesse Luscomb of Hamden. Luscomb had traveled onto private property with a vehicle and caused significant damage to the property, ultimately becoming disabled in mud. Luscomb was charged DWI, Uninspected Motor Vehicle and Leaving the scene of a property damage accident, Obstructing Governmental Administration, Reckless Criminal Mischief & Trespassing, Luscomb was processed and was then transported to the Delaware County Correctional Facility for Arraignment.
The Mount Upton Water District is conducting a lead service line inspection, to find out if residents have lead pipes bringing water into their homes, Guilford Town Supervisor Sue McIntyre explains:
(Sue McIntyre 5-13-24)
McIntyre said that this is a national push to find out about lead water pipes, following issues with lead pipes in Flint Michigan, More local information is available at guilfordny.com.
SFCU officially opened the doors to its newest branch in Cicero this month, SFCU Senior Vice President Andrew Smith explains;
(Andrew Smith 5-13-24)
Principle Design Engineering in Norwich, were the architects of the build and S.J. Thomas based in Syracuse, served as general contractor. SFCU now has 12 branches, membership currently stands more than 70,000 and assets total more than $980 million.
Delaware County Public Health will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic today from 5:30 to 7:30 at the Hancock Town Hall, for dogs, cats & Ferrets. More information about rabies is available at 607-832-5200 or at DelawareCountyPublicHealth.com.
A.M. NEWS Monday 5-13-24
State Police arrested 26 year old James Christ Jr. of Deposit for 1st degree Assault & 2nd degree Manslaughter. Troopers were dispatched Friday to Fair Street in Deposit after a toddler became unresponsive. Following an investigation, it was determined that Christ recklessly caused the death of the child. Christ was arrested late Friday and arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on no bail. This investigation is on-going.
Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a search warrant at 516 Central Street in Endicott last Wednesday. The target of the search warrant was 55 year old Gregg Stroud, During the search, officers located Methamphetamine, Amphetamines, Adderall, Scales and packaging used for the distribution of narcotics. Stroud was charged with multiple Counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and 2 Counts of Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia in the 2nd Degree, he was transported to the Broome County Correctional Facility for processing and arraignment.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 26 year old Brendan Rose of Milford following an investigation of a personal injury motor vehicle accident. Rose was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Leaving the scene of personal injury accident, Reckless Driving, Unlicensed Operator, Rose fled the scene following the accident & was found to have a suspended New York State Driver's License, he was issued Appearance tickets and is set to appear in court at a later date.
Broome County Sheriff’s Road Patrol responded Sunday to an accident involving an overturned milk truck near Exit 83 on Route 17 in Deposit. Non-life-threatening injuries were reported, 1 lane was closed for several hours for the investigation & clean up.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held today from 8:30 am. - 1:30 pm. at the Downsville Central School, appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
Delaware County Deputies responded Saturday night, to Gregory Hollow Road in the Town of Colchester for a report of a truck stuck in a brook. Upon arrival, Deputies identified a male walking away from the scene, as 44-year-old Jesse Luscomb of Hamden. Luscomb had traveled onto private property with a vehicle and caused significant damage to the property, ultimately becoming disabled in mud. Luscomb was charged DWI, Uninspected Motor Vehicle and Leaving the scene of a property damage accident, Obstructing Governmental Administration, Reckless Criminal Mischief & Trespassing, Luscomb was processed and was then transported to the Delaware County Correctional Facility for Arraignment.
The Mount Upton Water District is conducting a lead service line inspection, to find out if residents have lead pipes bringing water into their homes, Guilford Town Supervisor Sue McIntyre explains:
(Sue McIntyre 5-13-24)
McIntyre said that this is a national push to find out about lead water pipes, following issues with lead pipes in Flint Michigan, More local information is available at guilfordny.com.
SFCU officially opened the doors to its newest branch in Cicero this month, SFCU Senior Vice President Andrew Smith explains;
(Andrew Smith 5-13-24)
Principle Design Engineering in Norwich, were the architects of the build and S.J. Thomas based in Syracuse, served as general contractor. SFCU now has 12 branches, membership currently stands more than 70,000 and assets total more than $980 million.
Delaware County Public Health will hold a Rabies Vaccination Clinic today from 5:30 to 7:30 at the Hancock Town Hall, for dogs, cats & Ferrets. More information about rabies is available at 607-832-5200 or at DelawareCountyPublicHealth.com.
A.M. NEWS Monday 5-13-24
State Police arrested 26 year old James Christ Jr. of Deposit for 1st degree Assault & 2nd degree Manslaughter. Troopers were dispatched Friday to Fair Street in Deposit after a toddler became unresponsive. Following an investigation, it was determined that Christ recklessly caused the death of the child. Christ was arrested late Friday and arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on no bail. This investigation is on-going.
Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a search warrant at 516 Central Street in Endicott last Wednesday. The target of the search warrant was 55 year old Gregg Stroud, During the search, officers located Methamphetamine, Amphetamines, Adderall, Scales and packaging used for the distribution of narcotics. Stroud was charged with multiple Counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and 2 Counts of Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia in the 2nd Degree, he was transported to the Broome County Correctional Facility for processing and arraignment.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 26 year old Brendan Rose of Milford following an investigation of a personal injury motor vehicle accident. Rose was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Leaving the scene of personal injury accident, Reckless Driving, Unlicensed Operator, Rose fled the scene following the accident & was found to have a suspended New York State Driver's License, he was issued Appearance tickets and is set to appear in court at a later date.
Broome County Sheriff’s Road Patrol responded Sunday to an accident involving an overturned milk truck near Exit 83 on Route 17 in Deposit. Non-life-threatening injuries were reported, 1 lane was closed for several hours for the investigation & clean up.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held today from 8:30 am. - 1:30 pm. at the Downsville Central School, appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
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WCDO News — Thursday 8-10-23
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 8-10-23
Broome County Sheriff's Office is attempting to locate a white male regarding a larceny that occurred Monday at the Price Chopper at 33 Chenango Bridge Road in the Town of Chenango. The subject is believed to be in his early to mid-thirties, approximately 5’8”, wearing a blue Adidas sweatshirt, black pants, a camouflage face mask & red shoes. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff's Office tip line at 607-778-1196, the surveillance camera picture can be found at the Broome County Sheriff's Office Facebook page.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office reminds those interested in joining the Department, that the deadline is tomorrow to submit an application, mail in applications can be postmarked no later than August 11th. To obtain an application for OR to apply online or view additional vacancies or examinations go to otsegocounty.com, a fee of $25.00 is required for each separately numbered examination for which you apply. Examinations will be held on September 9th.
The National Weather Service office in Binghamton is currently conducting a storm survey following thunderstorms Monday So Far, investigators determined that an EF3 tornado struck Lewis County in the towns of Lewis and Turin, in Madison County, Munnsville saw an EF1 tornado & in Vernon and Taberg, in Oneida County, an EF1 tornado touched down.
Delhi Telephone, or DTC, continues to expand their Fiber Optic internet & cable services around the county, they have completed the infrastructure in several locations, & they are currently wrapping up work in Walton, Spokesman Jason Miller told WCDO News where they go next:
(Jason Miller 7-14-23)
DTC was part of the state’s plan a few years ago to get Internet Services to under-served rural areas, they have since planned to get their infrastructure into bigger municipalities that have more traditional cable & internet services.
The State Department of Labor announced that its Division of Worker Protection investigators have recovered and returned over $11.7 million in stolen wages to 12,000 affected workers since January 1, putting the Department on track to recover $20 million in stolen wages this year. Over the past decade, they have recovered and dispersed more than $360 million in stolen wages, identified over a million misclassified workers, and assessed over $400 million owed in unemployment insurance contributions through both criminal cases and civil enforcement.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 8-10-23
State Police announced that 15 year old Emily Clapper, who was reported missing recently, from the town of Winfield, has been located. Utica Police found Clapper & reported her in good health.
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is looking for Jessie Barnum on an outstanding warrant, for violating the Sex Offender registration laws. Barnum is a white male, 5'5" 145 pounds, with blue eyes & brown hair, Anyone with information on the location of Barnum is asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office.
The American Red Cross has 2 Blood Drives today, 1 in West Oneonta from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, at 107 Balmoral Drive, another in Stamford from 1:30 p.m. to 6:00 PM at the Sacred Heart Hall, 27 Harper Street. Schedule an appointment with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
The Otsego County Health Department announced a car seat safety check today, at the Cooperstown Grand Union from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. More information is available at 547-4230.
Delaware County Public Health will be holding a free Car Seat Safety Event at Delaware Opportunities Inc. 35430 State Highway 10 Hamden, from 3:30PM-5:30PM. 59% of children are riding in car seats that are not properly installed or do not fit correctly. Car seats which do not meet the Federal Motor Safety Standard may be replaced. For more information call Stacey Green at Delaware County Public Health 607-832-5200.
Broome County Sheriff's Office is attempting to locate a white male regarding a larceny that occurred Monday at the Price Chopper at 33 Chenango Bridge Road in the Town of Chenango. The subject is believed to be in his early to mid-thirties, approximately 5’8”, wearing a blue Adidas sweatshirt, black pants, a camouflage face mask & red shoes. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff's Office tip line at 607-778-1196, the surveillance camera picture can be found at the Broome County Sheriff's Office Facebook page.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office reminds those interested in joining the Department, that the deadline is tomorrow to submit an application, mail in applications can be postmarked no later than August 11th. To obtain an application for OR to apply online or view additional vacancies or examinations go to otsegocounty.com, a fee of $25.00 is required for each separately numbered examination for which you apply. Examinations will be held on September 9th.
The National Weather Service office in Binghamton is currently conducting a storm survey following thunderstorms Monday So Far, investigators determined that an EF3 tornado struck Lewis County in the towns of Lewis and Turin, in Madison County, Munnsville saw an EF1 tornado & in Vernon and Taberg, in Oneida County, an EF1 tornado touched down.
Delhi Telephone, or DTC, continues to expand their Fiber Optic internet & cable services around the county, they have completed the infrastructure in several locations, & they are currently wrapping up work in Walton, Spokesman Jason Miller told WCDO News where they go next:
(Jason Miller 7-14-23)
DTC was part of the state’s plan a few years ago to get Internet Services to under-served rural areas, they have since planned to get their infrastructure into bigger municipalities that have more traditional cable & internet services.
The State Department of Labor announced that its Division of Worker Protection investigators have recovered and returned over $11.7 million in stolen wages to 12,000 affected workers since January 1, putting the Department on track to recover $20 million in stolen wages this year. Over the past decade, they have recovered and dispersed more than $360 million in stolen wages, identified over a million misclassified workers, and assessed over $400 million owed in unemployment insurance contributions through both criminal cases and civil enforcement.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 8-10-23
State Police announced that 15 year old Emily Clapper, who was reported missing recently, from the town of Winfield, has been located. Utica Police found Clapper & reported her in good health.
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is looking for Jessie Barnum on an outstanding warrant, for violating the Sex Offender registration laws. Barnum is a white male, 5'5" 145 pounds, with blue eyes & brown hair, Anyone with information on the location of Barnum is asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office.
The American Red Cross has 2 Blood Drives today, 1 in West Oneonta from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, at 107 Balmoral Drive, another in Stamford from 1:30 p.m. to 6:00 PM at the Sacred Heart Hall, 27 Harper Street. Schedule an appointment with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
The Otsego County Health Department announced a car seat safety check today, at the Cooperstown Grand Union from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. More information is available at 547-4230.
Delaware County Public Health will be holding a free Car Seat Safety Event at Delaware Opportunities Inc. 35430 State Highway 10 Hamden, from 3:30PM-5:30PM. 59% of children are riding in car seats that are not properly installed or do not fit correctly. Car seats which do not meet the Federal Motor Safety Standard may be replaced. For more information call Stacey Green at Delaware County Public Health 607-832-5200.
WCDO News — Monday 7-25-22
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-25-22
State Police arrested 42 year old Christopher Yeary of Hamden, Saturday night for Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Unlawful Imprisonment, Criminal Mischief, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing, & Menacing, following a domestic dispute on Chambers Hollow Road. Walton Police Officers were first on scene and assisted in removing a victim from the area, Yeary allegedly choked, then menaced the victim with a firearm. He then prevented the victim from leaving the residence and smashed the victim’s cell phone. Yeary refused to leave the residence to speak with law enforcement. After several hours, Yeary was taken into custody, he was arraigned and remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $25,000 bail or $50,000 bond.
State Police responded early Saturday Morning to a 1-vehicle crash on Shacktown Mountain Road in the town of Pittsfield. Troopers discovered that a vehicle exited the roadway, went down an embankment and struck trees, a 22-year-old passenger was pronounced deceased on scene. The 22-year-old driver was transported to Bassett Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. The crash remains under investigation.
NYSEG reports that thousands are without power this afternoon from Sunday's storm. About 4800 were without power in Chenango County, more than 2700 in Delaware County and over 1500 in Otsego County. Crews are working to restore power as quickly as possible.
One of the largest crowds in Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony History attended yesterday's festivities in Cooperstown, to see 7 more inducted. A large number of attendees came from the New England States to see Boston Red Sox Star Designated Hitter David Ortiz inducted, he appreciated all who supported him along the way:
(David Ortiz 7-25-22)
Also inducted yesterday, Left handed Pitcher Jim Kaat, Cuban Born Outfielders Tony Oliva & Minnie Minosa, Dodgers & New York Mets Legend Gil Hodges, Cooperstown area native Bud Fowler, an early black player & manager in the 1800's, And Negro League Star & Ambassador Buck O'Neill.
The 1st Nate Lull Scholarship Foundation Golf Tournament was held at the Ouleout Creek Golf Course in Franklin Sunday, WCDO Sports Director Nate Lull decided to start the scholarship fund for students in the Tri-County region;
(Nate Lull 7-25-22)
Lull said that he expects to continue with the Golf Tournament in July or August going forward, and may announce other fundraiser in the coming months for the Scholarship fund.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-25-22
Another large crowd attended this year's Class of 2022 National Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremony in Cooperstown on Sunday. First up was Left Handed Pitcher Jim Kaat, who played from 1959 to 1983, mostly with the Minnesota Twins, he said it was an honor to be selected by the Golden Era Committee for induction:
(Jim Kaat 7-25-22)
Kaat's teammate for many of his years in Minnesota was Outfield Tony Oliva, who thanked people for traveling from all over, especially Minnesota, to share in his special day:
(TONY OLIVA 7-25-22)
The Late Gil Hodges made a name for himself as a 1st baseman for the Brooklyn & Los Angeles Dodgers, and as the manager of the Miracle Mets of 1969. Gil's daughter Irene Hodges told the audience how her father soothed the fears of Japanese children by teaching them baseball during Word War 2, but how he befriended & championed Jackie Robinson, the 1st African American Major Leaguer & Hodges teammate in Brooklyn:
(IRENE HODGES 7-25-22)
The last speech was by David Ortiz, who after marginal success with Minnesota, blossomed into a 3 time World Series Champion with the Boston Red Sox, he told the crowd, to always encourage others:
(DAVID ORTIZ 7-25-22)
Also Inducted, Fort Plain New York Native Bud Fowler, a black pioneer who played in the early days of organized Baseball, Legendary Cuban born star outfielder Minnie Minoso, Negro League player & ambassador Buck O'Neill.
A 43-year-old David Jakubonis of Fairport was charged in federal court Saturday with assaulting a member of Congress using a dangerous weapon. Jakubonis faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted of wielding a sharp object at Congressman Lee Zeldin during a campaign event in Monroe County Thursday night. Jakobonis was charged by local law enforcement with Attempted Assault in the attempted attack, Zeldin wasn’t injured.
Delaware County DPW announced the closure of county Route 37 in the town of Middletown to through traffic starting at 7:00 AM on Monday July 25. Crews will be performing a slope stabilization project, the closure will be between Main Street and Breezy Hill Road, work is expected to be completed by the end of August. The road will be open for one lane traffic controlled by a traffic light, during off-work hours.
State Police arrested 42 year old Christopher Yeary of Hamden, Saturday night for Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Unlawful Imprisonment, Criminal Mischief, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing, & Menacing, following a domestic dispute on Chambers Hollow Road. Walton Police Officers were first on scene and assisted in removing a victim from the area, Yeary allegedly choked, then menaced the victim with a firearm. He then prevented the victim from leaving the residence and smashed the victim’s cell phone. Yeary refused to leave the residence to speak with law enforcement. After several hours, Yeary was taken into custody, he was arraigned and remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $25,000 bail or $50,000 bond.
State Police responded early Saturday Morning to a 1-vehicle crash on Shacktown Mountain Road in the town of Pittsfield. Troopers discovered that a vehicle exited the roadway, went down an embankment and struck trees, a 22-year-old passenger was pronounced deceased on scene. The 22-year-old driver was transported to Bassett Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. The crash remains under investigation.
NYSEG reports that thousands are without power this afternoon from Sunday's storm. About 4800 were without power in Chenango County, more than 2700 in Delaware County and over 1500 in Otsego County. Crews are working to restore power as quickly as possible.
One of the largest crowds in Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony History attended yesterday's festivities in Cooperstown, to see 7 more inducted. A large number of attendees came from the New England States to see Boston Red Sox Star Designated Hitter David Ortiz inducted, he appreciated all who supported him along the way:
(David Ortiz 7-25-22)
Also inducted yesterday, Left handed Pitcher Jim Kaat, Cuban Born Outfielders Tony Oliva & Minnie Minosa, Dodgers & New York Mets Legend Gil Hodges, Cooperstown area native Bud Fowler, an early black player & manager in the 1800's, And Negro League Star & Ambassador Buck O'Neill.
The 1st Nate Lull Scholarship Foundation Golf Tournament was held at the Ouleout Creek Golf Course in Franklin Sunday, WCDO Sports Director Nate Lull decided to start the scholarship fund for students in the Tri-County region;
(Nate Lull 7-25-22)
Lull said that he expects to continue with the Golf Tournament in July or August going forward, and may announce other fundraiser in the coming months for the Scholarship fund.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-25-22
Another large crowd attended this year's Class of 2022 National Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremony in Cooperstown on Sunday. First up was Left Handed Pitcher Jim Kaat, who played from 1959 to 1983, mostly with the Minnesota Twins, he said it was an honor to be selected by the Golden Era Committee for induction:
(Jim Kaat 7-25-22)
Kaat's teammate for many of his years in Minnesota was Outfield Tony Oliva, who thanked people for traveling from all over, especially Minnesota, to share in his special day:
(TONY OLIVA 7-25-22)
The Late Gil Hodges made a name for himself as a 1st baseman for the Brooklyn & Los Angeles Dodgers, and as the manager of the Miracle Mets of 1969. Gil's daughter Irene Hodges told the audience how her father soothed the fears of Japanese children by teaching them baseball during Word War 2, but how he befriended & championed Jackie Robinson, the 1st African American Major Leaguer & Hodges teammate in Brooklyn:
(IRENE HODGES 7-25-22)
The last speech was by David Ortiz, who after marginal success with Minnesota, blossomed into a 3 time World Series Champion with the Boston Red Sox, he told the crowd, to always encourage others:
(DAVID ORTIZ 7-25-22)
Also Inducted, Fort Plain New York Native Bud Fowler, a black pioneer who played in the early days of organized Baseball, Legendary Cuban born star outfielder Minnie Minoso, Negro League player & ambassador Buck O'Neill.
A 43-year-old David Jakubonis of Fairport was charged in federal court Saturday with assaulting a member of Congress using a dangerous weapon. Jakubonis faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted of wielding a sharp object at Congressman Lee Zeldin during a campaign event in Monroe County Thursday night. Jakobonis was charged by local law enforcement with Attempted Assault in the attempted attack, Zeldin wasn’t injured.
Delaware County DPW announced the closure of county Route 37 in the town of Middletown to through traffic starting at 7:00 AM on Monday July 25. Crews will be performing a slope stabilization project, the closure will be between Main Street and Breezy Hill Road, work is expected to be completed by the end of August. The road will be open for one lane traffic controlled by a traffic light, during off-work hours.
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WCDO News — Friday 4-15-22
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-15-22
This Year's General Clinton Canoe Regatta will be held from Friday Night to Sunday Night on Memorial Day Weekend, Regatta Chairman John Harmon told WCDO news about the change this year:
(John Harmon 4-15-22)
Also, the next class of 2 contributors & 4 paddlers will be inducted into the General Clinton Canoe Regatta Hall of Fame next month in Bainbridge. Hall of Fame Committee Chairman Greg Davie told WCDO News about this year's Inductees:
(Greg Davie 4-15-22)
The inductees are scheduled to be honored at General Clinton Park on Saturday, May 28th at 1:00 pm under the Main Entertainment tent at General Clinton Park during this year's Regatta.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce held their 3rd Friday Eat & Meet breakfast in Hamden today, With Featured Speaker Katie Blaine of GetThere New York, a program of the Rural Health Network of South Central New York, Blaine told WCDO News of new programs to go along with existing programs to get Delaware County Peiople transported to & from their Delaware County Jobs:
(Katie Blaine 4-15-22)
Delaware County Chamber of Commerce President Ray Pucci commented:
(Ray Pucci 4-15-22)
GetThere seeks to improve transportation access and coordination in the region. Those who would like to volunteer, can call 855-373-4040.
The Norwich Downtown Revitalization Initiative's Local Planning Committee Meeting announced a 4th meeting will be held virtually on ZOOM on Monday, April 25th at 3:00 PM. The purpose of this meeting is to continue the Committee's discussion and review of potential projects for inclusion in Norwich’s Strategic Investment Plan. The meeting is open to all members of the public, with time reserved at the end of the meeting for public comment. The ZOOM link can be accessed on the WCDO Facebook page.
The New York Cannabis Control Board approved the first batch of 52 adult-use cannabis cultivation licenses allowing already established hemp farmers to begin growing marijuana for recreational use. Approval for the farmers comes two months after Gov. Hochul signed legislation creating a new Conditional Adult-use Cannabis Cultivator license that ensures existing hemp growers would get first crack at getting seeds in the ground. The new conditional cultivator licenses are good for up to two years and will allow New York growers to manufacture and distribute cannabis flower products without holding an adult-use processor or distributor license, until June 1, 2023. A 45-day public comment period will begin on May 4 and then the board will review the regulations.
The State Health Department reported rising coronavirus infections in the state appear to be driven by 2 new versions of the Omicron BA.2 variant, which has been driving up the state's positivity numbers to 4.7% as of Thursday. The 2 new viruses are about 25% more contagious than previous BA.2 variant, which was more contagious than any previous variant of the coronavirus, One of the subvariants has a mutation that has been shown to help evade the body's immune defenses. The severity of the 2 new strains is yet to be determined.
Chenango County Sheriff's Deputies responded on Sunday to a residence on Knapp Road in the Town of Sherburne for a reported Shooting. Deputies located 39 year old Joseph Hubbard of Poolville, deceased inside of the residence from a gunshot from a rifle. There were also two other adults and children inside the residence at the time of the incident. The parties involved were known to each other. There is no danger to the public and all parties involved have been identified and the investigation is ongoing, with assistance from State Police.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-15-22
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is hosting their 3rd Friday Business & Breakfast event today in Hamden, the event will run from 8:30 to 10:00 AM at the Hamden Inn & Lounge.
The annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held in Norwich this Saturday, in the East and West Parks downtown. Children up to age four will be let into West Park at 10 a.m. to search for eggs, and children between the ages of five and eight will be let into East Park at 10:30 a.m. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
The American Red Cross continues to report the need for blood donations. A Blood Drive is being held in Sidney today from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 PM at the American Legion at 22 Union Street. Prospective Donors can make an appointment by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
The Broome County Health Department reports an increase in opioid overdoses in 2022 compared to numbers in the previous year. For the first quarter of 2022 there has been 21 suspected fatal overdoses and 147 reported non-fatal overdoses. In 2021 Broome County reported a total of 54 total suspected fatal overdoses and 516 reported non-fatal overdoses.
This Year's General Clinton Canoe Regatta will be held from Friday Night to Sunday Night on Memorial Day Weekend, Regatta Chairman John Harmon told WCDO news about the change this year:
(John Harmon 4-15-22)
Also, the next class of 2 contributors & 4 paddlers will be inducted into the General Clinton Canoe Regatta Hall of Fame next month in Bainbridge. Hall of Fame Committee Chairman Greg Davie told WCDO News about this year's Inductees:
(Greg Davie 4-15-22)
The inductees are scheduled to be honored at General Clinton Park on Saturday, May 28th at 1:00 pm under the Main Entertainment tent at General Clinton Park during this year's Regatta.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce held their 3rd Friday Eat & Meet breakfast in Hamden today, With Featured Speaker Katie Blaine of GetThere New York, a program of the Rural Health Network of South Central New York, Blaine told WCDO News of new programs to go along with existing programs to get Delaware County Peiople transported to & from their Delaware County Jobs:
(Katie Blaine 4-15-22)
Delaware County Chamber of Commerce President Ray Pucci commented:
(Ray Pucci 4-15-22)
GetThere seeks to improve transportation access and coordination in the region. Those who would like to volunteer, can call 855-373-4040.
The Norwich Downtown Revitalization Initiative's Local Planning Committee Meeting announced a 4th meeting will be held virtually on ZOOM on Monday, April 25th at 3:00 PM. The purpose of this meeting is to continue the Committee's discussion and review of potential projects for inclusion in Norwich’s Strategic Investment Plan. The meeting is open to all members of the public, with time reserved at the end of the meeting for public comment. The ZOOM link can be accessed on the WCDO Facebook page.
The New York Cannabis Control Board approved the first batch of 52 adult-use cannabis cultivation licenses allowing already established hemp farmers to begin growing marijuana for recreational use. Approval for the farmers comes two months after Gov. Hochul signed legislation creating a new Conditional Adult-use Cannabis Cultivator license that ensures existing hemp growers would get first crack at getting seeds in the ground. The new conditional cultivator licenses are good for up to two years and will allow New York growers to manufacture and distribute cannabis flower products without holding an adult-use processor or distributor license, until June 1, 2023. A 45-day public comment period will begin on May 4 and then the board will review the regulations.
The State Health Department reported rising coronavirus infections in the state appear to be driven by 2 new versions of the Omicron BA.2 variant, which has been driving up the state's positivity numbers to 4.7% as of Thursday. The 2 new viruses are about 25% more contagious than previous BA.2 variant, which was more contagious than any previous variant of the coronavirus, One of the subvariants has a mutation that has been shown to help evade the body's immune defenses. The severity of the 2 new strains is yet to be determined.
Chenango County Sheriff's Deputies responded on Sunday to a residence on Knapp Road in the Town of Sherburne for a reported Shooting. Deputies located 39 year old Joseph Hubbard of Poolville, deceased inside of the residence from a gunshot from a rifle. There were also two other adults and children inside the residence at the time of the incident. The parties involved were known to each other. There is no danger to the public and all parties involved have been identified and the investigation is ongoing, with assistance from State Police.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-15-22
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is hosting their 3rd Friday Business & Breakfast event today in Hamden, the event will run from 8:30 to 10:00 AM at the Hamden Inn & Lounge.
The annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held in Norwich this Saturday, in the East and West Parks downtown. Children up to age four will be let into West Park at 10 a.m. to search for eggs, and children between the ages of five and eight will be let into East Park at 10:30 a.m. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
The American Red Cross continues to report the need for blood donations. A Blood Drive is being held in Sidney today from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 PM at the American Legion at 22 Union Street. Prospective Donors can make an appointment by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
The Broome County Health Department reports an increase in opioid overdoses in 2022 compared to numbers in the previous year. For the first quarter of 2022 there has been 21 suspected fatal overdoses and 147 reported non-fatal overdoses. In 2021 Broome County reported a total of 54 total suspected fatal overdoses and 516 reported non-fatal overdoses.
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WCDO News — Tuesday 11-16-21
P.M. NEWS Tuesday 11-16-21
The Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce will hold their holiday Festivities starting December 4th, Chamber President John Hinman explains:
(John Hinman 11-16-21)
More information about Holiday events & other events can be found at the Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.
Helios Care announced that their annual Tree Of Lights Ceremony will return to an "In-Person" Event this Sunday, Director of Development & Marketing Alicia Fish explains:
(Alicia Fish 11-16-21)
More information about the Tree of Lights, or other programs can be found at helioscare.org or by calling 432-6773.
Jury selection began in Broome County Court yesterday in the trial of 44-year old Scott Mawhiney of Deposit, who has been charged with 1st degree attempted murder, assault, criminal possession of a firearm and several other charges, for allegedly shooting Trooper Ryan Thorp on June 23rd. State Police and Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a home on Sunrise Terrace in Deposit when shots rang out and Trooper Thorp was wounded in the arm, Trooper Thorp is still recovering from his injuries.
Chenango County Health Department reported their 87th death related to COVID 19 today. Officials reported that they have 185 active cases, 31% are vaccinated, they are up to 469 quarantined, 6 hospitalized, they have had a total of 5143 total cases since the pandemic started.
Bassett Healthcare Network will be holding COVID-19 vaccination booster shot clinics, that will be open to the public. O’Connor Hospital in Delhi is holding a COVID-19 vaccine booster clinic on Saturday, from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM, with the Moderna vaccine only. Appointments are required at 746-0525. Also, the FoxCare Center in Oneonta is holding a COVID-19 vaccine booster clinic on Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, that clinic will provide boosters for Moderna, Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson vaccines. No appointment is needed for the Oneonta clinic. More Information is available at bassett.org and the Bassett Facebook page.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies stopped a vehicle operated by 32- year-old Jesse McHargue of Middleburgh, last Thursday for inadequate tail lamps. Deputies learned that McHargue’s driver’s license was revoked due failing to answer a previous summons out of the Town of Middleburgh. McHargue was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle and Operating a Motor Vehicle Without Tail Lamps, he was released and was directed to appear at Hamden Town Court at a later date to answer the charge.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-16-21
Delaware County Public Health reported another COVID death in their report covering Saturday through Monday, bringing their total to 68. They reported 79 new positive cases, a positivity rate of 10.85%, 245 active cases and 268 quarantined.
The Village of Bainbridge Board of Trustees will hold their regularly scheduled monthly meeting tonight at 6:30 PM in the Bainbridge Town Hall at 15 North Main Street; masks are required in order to attend the meeting.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced the legal service providers who will be awarded portions of the $25 million in federal funding to offer free legal assistance and comprehensive housing stability services. The legal assistance is aimed at helping both tenants and landlords resolve rent-related disputes & maintaining tenants' housing stability. Locally, the Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York, awarded $3,998,452 to serve the Southern Tier, Mohawk Valley, Central New York and parts of the North Country.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next regular meeting this morning. The meeting will begin at 7:30 AM in the back of Bob's Diner, chamber members & directors are urged to attend.
The Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce will hold their holiday Festivities starting December 4th, Chamber President John Hinman explains:
(John Hinman 11-16-21)
More information about Holiday events & other events can be found at the Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.
Helios Care announced that their annual Tree Of Lights Ceremony will return to an "In-Person" Event this Sunday, Director of Development & Marketing Alicia Fish explains:
(Alicia Fish 11-16-21)
More information about the Tree of Lights, or other programs can be found at helioscare.org or by calling 432-6773.
Jury selection began in Broome County Court yesterday in the trial of 44-year old Scott Mawhiney of Deposit, who has been charged with 1st degree attempted murder, assault, criminal possession of a firearm and several other charges, for allegedly shooting Trooper Ryan Thorp on June 23rd. State Police and Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a home on Sunrise Terrace in Deposit when shots rang out and Trooper Thorp was wounded in the arm, Trooper Thorp is still recovering from his injuries.
Chenango County Health Department reported their 87th death related to COVID 19 today. Officials reported that they have 185 active cases, 31% are vaccinated, they are up to 469 quarantined, 6 hospitalized, they have had a total of 5143 total cases since the pandemic started.
Bassett Healthcare Network will be holding COVID-19 vaccination booster shot clinics, that will be open to the public. O’Connor Hospital in Delhi is holding a COVID-19 vaccine booster clinic on Saturday, from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM, with the Moderna vaccine only. Appointments are required at 746-0525. Also, the FoxCare Center in Oneonta is holding a COVID-19 vaccine booster clinic on Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, that clinic will provide boosters for Moderna, Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson vaccines. No appointment is needed for the Oneonta clinic. More Information is available at bassett.org and the Bassett Facebook page.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies stopped a vehicle operated by 32- year-old Jesse McHargue of Middleburgh, last Thursday for inadequate tail lamps. Deputies learned that McHargue’s driver’s license was revoked due failing to answer a previous summons out of the Town of Middleburgh. McHargue was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle and Operating a Motor Vehicle Without Tail Lamps, he was released and was directed to appear at Hamden Town Court at a later date to answer the charge.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-16-21
Delaware County Public Health reported another COVID death in their report covering Saturday through Monday, bringing their total to 68. They reported 79 new positive cases, a positivity rate of 10.85%, 245 active cases and 268 quarantined.
The Village of Bainbridge Board of Trustees will hold their regularly scheduled monthly meeting tonight at 6:30 PM in the Bainbridge Town Hall at 15 North Main Street; masks are required in order to attend the meeting.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced the legal service providers who will be awarded portions of the $25 million in federal funding to offer free legal assistance and comprehensive housing stability services. The legal assistance is aimed at helping both tenants and landlords resolve rent-related disputes & maintaining tenants' housing stability. Locally, the Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York, awarded $3,998,452 to serve the Southern Tier, Mohawk Valley, Central New York and parts of the North Country.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next regular meeting this morning. The meeting will begin at 7:30 AM in the back of Bob's Diner, chamber members & directors are urged to attend.
ALICIA FISHBainbridgeBAINBRIDGE CHAMBER OF COMMERCEBassett Healthcare NetworkDelaware County Public HealthDelhiDepositGOVERNOR HOCHULGreater Afton Area Chamber of CommerceHELIOS CAREJESSE McHARGUEJOHN HINMANLEGAL AID SOCIETY OF MID YORKMIDDLEBURGHNew YorkNYO'CONNOR HOSPITALSCOTT MAWHINEYTROOPER RYAN THORPWCDO
WCDO News — Tuesday 5-11-21
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-11-21
2 men arrested for 4 gas station robberies in the same day in April of 2020 were sentenced in Otsego County Court. 42 year old Bryan Ruple was charged with Burglary & robbery & was sentenced to 7 years in jail in a plea bargain arrangement, and 41 year old Derrick Gray, 41, was charged with robbery and attempted robbery, he was sentenced to 2 1/2 to 5 years in prison, in Otsego County Court.
Commerce Chenango will host the "Talent Pipeline & Population Recovery Summit" tomorrow, it a virtual event with a variety of discussions regarding the local work environment after the pandemic, Commerce Chenango CEO & President Kerri Green explains:
(Kerri Green 5-11-21)
More information is available at Commerce Chenango.com
Otsego County Health department reported their 61st death from COVID 19 Monday & 9 new cases. Otsego County reports 57 active cases, 8 are hospitalized They have had a total of 2388 cases since the pandemic started & 42 of the 61 deaths have occurred since January 1st.
Chenango County Public Health reported 3 new COVID cases today, they have 71 Active Cases, 261 Active Quarantines & 6 are hospitalized. They have had 3369 COVID cases. Chenango County reported 2 more COVID deaths this morning, bringing their total to 76.
The State Health Department conducted almost 100,000 tests for COVID Monday, with over 1500 testing positive, for a 1.52% positivity rate. Total COVID hospitalizations are at 2,026, the lowest amount since last November; there were 32 COVID related fatalities statewide Monday.
Governor Cuomo announced on Monday that SUNY and CUNY students must be vaccinated before they can return to in-person classes in the fall, The Governor is also calling on private universities to do the same.
The New York State Sheriffs' Association elected Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond as Secretary of the New York State Sheriffs' Association. Sheriff DuMond will work with Sheriffs around the state to further the efforts of the Sheriffs' Association to enhance public safety in New York State through professional training and accreditation programs, public safety programs, and advocacy.
Otsego County Sheriff's department arrested an inmate at the Otsego County Jail on 19 counts of criminal contempt. 33 year old Tadd Sherwood is accused of repeatedly contacting the protected party that had an order of protection against him, while he was an inmate at the County Jail.
Jeff Idelson has been appointed as Interim President of the Hall of Fame through August 15, 2021. Idelson, who served as the Hall of Fame’s President from 2008-2019, begins in this role on Saturday, May 15. Hall of Fame President Tim Mead announced that he would be leaving the organization this month, two years after succeeding Idelson in that role.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-11-21
State Police have arrested 41 year old Jeremie Hoyt and 43 year old Peleg Booth, both of Davenport on numerous charges after an investigation into child pornography. On April 28, State Police, their BCI Unit and the Computer Crimes Unit executed a search warrant in the town of Davenport after a tip was received from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Hoyt and Booth are accused of engaging in sexual acts with a child less than the age of 15, Hoyt is also accused of possessing and promoting images of child pornography. Hoyt was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $50,000 cash bail or $250,000 bond, Booth was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on no bail. The investigation is on-going.
New York State continues to see progress against COVID-19, as Hospitalizations Drop to 2,016 Sunday, The number of ICU Patients Drop to 493, & the number of Ventilators Drop to 301, The Statewide Positivity Rate is 1.43%, there were 27 COVID-19 Deaths in New York State Sunday.
Delaware County Public health reported 11 new COVID cases for Saturday, Sunday & Monday out of 583 tested. The number of active cases is 47, the number hospitalized is 6 & 55 are quarantined.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies stopped a vehicle on State Highway 10 Wednesday after observing it fail at the stop sign and traffic light. 48-year-old Charles Pieper of Walton was stopped, his State driving privileges were suspended, he was charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to stop at a stop sign, and he was released to appear in the Town of Hamden Court on a later date.
The Binghamton Rumble Ponies Home Opener will be tonight at NYSEG Stadium against the Altoona Curve at 6:35 PM, Spokesman Jacob Wilkins said Players on this squad, could become household names in the Major leagues:
(Jacob Wilkins 5-11-21)
The Binghamton Rumble Ponies are teaming up with the Broome County Health Department and City of Binghamton to provide Covid-19 Vaccinations for fans Today through Sunday; Fans that get vaccinated at the Stadium will receive a complimentary ticket to a future Rumble Ponies home game of their choosing.
2 men arrested for 4 gas station robberies in the same day in April of 2020 were sentenced in Otsego County Court. 42 year old Bryan Ruple was charged with Burglary & robbery & was sentenced to 7 years in jail in a plea bargain arrangement, and 41 year old Derrick Gray, 41, was charged with robbery and attempted robbery, he was sentenced to 2 1/2 to 5 years in prison, in Otsego County Court.
Commerce Chenango will host the "Talent Pipeline & Population Recovery Summit" tomorrow, it a virtual event with a variety of discussions regarding the local work environment after the pandemic, Commerce Chenango CEO & President Kerri Green explains:
(Kerri Green 5-11-21)
More information is available at Commerce Chenango.com
Otsego County Health department reported their 61st death from COVID 19 Monday & 9 new cases. Otsego County reports 57 active cases, 8 are hospitalized They have had a total of 2388 cases since the pandemic started & 42 of the 61 deaths have occurred since January 1st.
Chenango County Public Health reported 3 new COVID cases today, they have 71 Active Cases, 261 Active Quarantines & 6 are hospitalized. They have had 3369 COVID cases. Chenango County reported 2 more COVID deaths this morning, bringing their total to 76.
The State Health Department conducted almost 100,000 tests for COVID Monday, with over 1500 testing positive, for a 1.52% positivity rate. Total COVID hospitalizations are at 2,026, the lowest amount since last November; there were 32 COVID related fatalities statewide Monday.
Governor Cuomo announced on Monday that SUNY and CUNY students must be vaccinated before they can return to in-person classes in the fall, The Governor is also calling on private universities to do the same.
The New York State Sheriffs' Association elected Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond as Secretary of the New York State Sheriffs' Association. Sheriff DuMond will work with Sheriffs around the state to further the efforts of the Sheriffs' Association to enhance public safety in New York State through professional training and accreditation programs, public safety programs, and advocacy.
Otsego County Sheriff's department arrested an inmate at the Otsego County Jail on 19 counts of criminal contempt. 33 year old Tadd Sherwood is accused of repeatedly contacting the protected party that had an order of protection against him, while he was an inmate at the County Jail.
Jeff Idelson has been appointed as Interim President of the Hall of Fame through August 15, 2021. Idelson, who served as the Hall of Fame’s President from 2008-2019, begins in this role on Saturday, May 15. Hall of Fame President Tim Mead announced that he would be leaving the organization this month, two years after succeeding Idelson in that role.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-11-21
State Police have arrested 41 year old Jeremie Hoyt and 43 year old Peleg Booth, both of Davenport on numerous charges after an investigation into child pornography. On April 28, State Police, their BCI Unit and the Computer Crimes Unit executed a search warrant in the town of Davenport after a tip was received from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Hoyt and Booth are accused of engaging in sexual acts with a child less than the age of 15, Hoyt is also accused of possessing and promoting images of child pornography. Hoyt was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $50,000 cash bail or $250,000 bond, Booth was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on no bail. The investigation is on-going.
New York State continues to see progress against COVID-19, as Hospitalizations Drop to 2,016 Sunday, The number of ICU Patients Drop to 493, & the number of Ventilators Drop to 301, The Statewide Positivity Rate is 1.43%, there were 27 COVID-19 Deaths in New York State Sunday.
Delaware County Public health reported 11 new COVID cases for Saturday, Sunday & Monday out of 583 tested. The number of active cases is 47, the number hospitalized is 6 & 55 are quarantined.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies stopped a vehicle on State Highway 10 Wednesday after observing it fail at the stop sign and traffic light. 48-year-old Charles Pieper of Walton was stopped, his State driving privileges were suspended, he was charged with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to stop at a stop sign, and he was released to appear in the Town of Hamden Court on a later date.
The Binghamton Rumble Ponies Home Opener will be tonight at NYSEG Stadium against the Altoona Curve at 6:35 PM, Spokesman Jacob Wilkins said Players on this squad, could become household names in the Major leagues:
(Jacob Wilkins 5-11-21)
The Binghamton Rumble Ponies are teaming up with the Broome County Health Department and City of Binghamton to provide Covid-19 Vaccinations for fans Today through Sunday; Fans that get vaccinated at the Stadium will receive a complimentary ticket to a future Rumble Ponies home game of their choosing.
BINGHAMTON RUMBLE PONIESBROOME COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTBRYAN RUPLECHARLES PIEPERCHENANGO COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTHCommerce ChenangoDavenportDelaware County Public HealthDELAWARE COUNTY SHERIFF CRAIG DUMONDDERRICK GRAYGovernor CuomoJACOB WILKINSJeff idelsonJEREMIE HOYTKerri GreenNational Baseball Hall of FameNew YorkNYSEG STADIUMOtegoOTSEGO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTPELEG BOOTHState Health DepartmentTADD SHERWOODTIM MEADWaltonWCDO
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