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WCDO News — Monday 7-29-19
Commerce Chenango announced today that Kerri Green of Sidney
will succeed Steve Craig as President & CEO of Commerce Chenango starting
in August. Green told WCDO News that she
is excited for this opportunity:
(Kerri Green 7-29-19)
Green previously served as
President of the Sidney Chamber of Commerce while she worked in Sales at WCDO,
she is also currently president of the Sidney central School District Board of
Education & also previously worked as Senior Assistant to the President at
Hartwick College in Oneonta.
The Otsego County Fair kicks off Tuesday at the Fairgrounds
in Morris. Fair Spokesperson Lisa Jones
told WCDO News that Wednesday will have 2 new events:
(Lisa Jones 7-29-19)
The full line-up is available at otsegocountyfair.org.
Governor Cuomo signed legislation to establish a 30-day
waiting period for individuals who are not immediately approved to purchase a
firearm through the National Instant Criminal Background Check System. The bill closes loopholes to prohibit
ownership or sale of a bump stock, & gives law enforcement sufficient time
to complete a background check and help ensure that only those eligible to
purchase and own a firearm are able to do so.
Delaware County Sherriff’s Deputies arrested 72 year old
Franklin Purdy of Baldwinsville Thursday for Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer
in a Motor Vehicle, Reckless Driving, Speed not reasonable and prudent,
Speeding at 95 miles an hour in a 55 mile an hour zone, Moving from lane
unsafely, & driving an unregistered & uninsured motor vehicle. Purdy was observed by Deputies on State
Highway 17 in the Town of Hancock driving at a high rate of speed, they
attempted to conduct a traffic stop, and Purdy fled & was apprehended by
Deputies in Sullivan County. Purdy faces
additional charges in Sullivan County as well as in Delaware County; he will
appear in the Town of Hancock Court at a later date.
A new law signed by Governor Cuomo decriminalizes marijuana
use in New York. Under the new
legislation, the penalty for unlawful possession of marijuana will be reduced
to a violation punishable by a fine. The penalty is $50 for possessing less than
an ounce or a maximum of $200 for 1 to 2 ounces. There will be no criminal penalties for
possession of any amount of marijuana under two ounces.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 23 year old
Thomas Conkling of Long Eddy, early this morning for Aggravated Unlicensed
Operation of a motor vehicle, driving an Unregistered & uninsured motor
vehicle, operating with switched plates, and unsafe tire. Conkling was
arraigned at the Town of Colchester Court and was released on his own
recognizance. Conkling is scheduled to appear at the Town of Hancock Court at a
later date to answer the charges.
State Police are looking for the public’s help in locating
approximately 75 escaped buffalo from the Honey Hill Road in Roseboom. State Police warn the public not to approach
the buffalo since they are a wild animal and can be unpredictable. Troopers were dispatched Thursday & learned
that a buffalo broke a gate allowing approximately 75 buffalo to escape from a
farm in the town of Sharon. Troopers
worked with a DEC officer and the owner of the buffalo to devise a plan to
convince the animals to return home, some were reported in the town of
Schoharie & the town of Roseboom.
Anyone who sees any of the buffalo should contact the owner at (518)588-1402
or State Police at (315)858-1122.
Several local fire departments responded to a barn fire at
125 Corbin Road in the town of Bainbridge last night. The fire started in a barn filled with hay at
about 10:30 last night, according to owner & Bainbridge Fire Chief Fred
Bell. Fire departments from Afton,
Bainbridge, Sidney, Masonville, Trout Creek, and Coventry responded, No
injuries were reported, Bell said that the fire did NOT spread to his house,
the cause of the fire is still under investigation.
The American Red Cross announced that today through August 29th,
blood donors will receive a $5 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. Currently, the
Red Cross has less than a 3-day supply of most blood types & less than a
2-day supply of type O blood.
Appointments can be made through Amazon’s Alexa or by using the Red Cross
Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, or calling 1-800-RED CROSS. A
blood drive is being held today in Oneonta from 2:00 to 6:00 PM at The
Salvation Army, 25 River Street.
16 year old Nicholas Pheilshifter pleaded guilty Thursday to
criminal possession of a weapon as a crime of terrorism, as a participant in
the plot against Islamberg in Delaware County.
Pheilshifter will be sentenced to 7 years in state prison, after serving
the first 2 years in juvenile detention.
Previously, Vincent Vetromile pleaded guilty to a weapons charge and
faces seven to 12 years in prison. Brian Colaneri and Andrew Crysel pleaded
guilty to terrorism-related conspiracy and face four to 12 years in prison.
will succeed Steve Craig as President & CEO of Commerce Chenango starting
in August. Green told WCDO News that she
is excited for this opportunity:
(Kerri Green 7-29-19)
Green previously served as
President of the Sidney Chamber of Commerce while she worked in Sales at WCDO,
she is also currently president of the Sidney central School District Board of
Education & also previously worked as Senior Assistant to the President at
Hartwick College in Oneonta.
The Otsego County Fair kicks off Tuesday at the Fairgrounds
in Morris. Fair Spokesperson Lisa Jones
told WCDO News that Wednesday will have 2 new events:
(Lisa Jones 7-29-19)
The full line-up is available at otsegocountyfair.org.
Governor Cuomo signed legislation to establish a 30-day
waiting period for individuals who are not immediately approved to purchase a
firearm through the National Instant Criminal Background Check System. The bill closes loopholes to prohibit
ownership or sale of a bump stock, & gives law enforcement sufficient time
to complete a background check and help ensure that only those eligible to
purchase and own a firearm are able to do so.
Delaware County Sherriff’s Deputies arrested 72 year old
Franklin Purdy of Baldwinsville Thursday for Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer
in a Motor Vehicle, Reckless Driving, Speed not reasonable and prudent,
Speeding at 95 miles an hour in a 55 mile an hour zone, Moving from lane
unsafely, & driving an unregistered & uninsured motor vehicle. Purdy was observed by Deputies on State
Highway 17 in the Town of Hancock driving at a high rate of speed, they
attempted to conduct a traffic stop, and Purdy fled & was apprehended by
Deputies in Sullivan County. Purdy faces
additional charges in Sullivan County as well as in Delaware County; he will
appear in the Town of Hancock Court at a later date.
A new law signed by Governor Cuomo decriminalizes marijuana
use in New York. Under the new
legislation, the penalty for unlawful possession of marijuana will be reduced
to a violation punishable by a fine. The penalty is $50 for possessing less than
an ounce or a maximum of $200 for 1 to 2 ounces. There will be no criminal penalties for
possession of any amount of marijuana under two ounces.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 23 year old
Thomas Conkling of Long Eddy, early this morning for Aggravated Unlicensed
Operation of a motor vehicle, driving an Unregistered & uninsured motor
vehicle, operating with switched plates, and unsafe tire. Conkling was
arraigned at the Town of Colchester Court and was released on his own
recognizance. Conkling is scheduled to appear at the Town of Hancock Court at a
later date to answer the charges.
State Police are looking for the public’s help in locating
approximately 75 escaped buffalo from the Honey Hill Road in Roseboom. State Police warn the public not to approach
the buffalo since they are a wild animal and can be unpredictable. Troopers were dispatched Thursday & learned
that a buffalo broke a gate allowing approximately 75 buffalo to escape from a
farm in the town of Sharon. Troopers
worked with a DEC officer and the owner of the buffalo to devise a plan to
convince the animals to return home, some were reported in the town of
Schoharie & the town of Roseboom.
Anyone who sees any of the buffalo should contact the owner at (518)588-1402
or State Police at (315)858-1122.
Several local fire departments responded to a barn fire at
125 Corbin Road in the town of Bainbridge last night. The fire started in a barn filled with hay at
about 10:30 last night, according to owner & Bainbridge Fire Chief Fred
Bell. Fire departments from Afton,
Bainbridge, Sidney, Masonville, Trout Creek, and Coventry responded, No
injuries were reported, Bell said that the fire did NOT spread to his house,
the cause of the fire is still under investigation.
The American Red Cross announced that today through August 29th,
blood donors will receive a $5 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. Currently, the
Red Cross has less than a 3-day supply of most blood types & less than a
2-day supply of type O blood.
Appointments can be made through Amazon’s Alexa or by using the Red Cross
Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, or calling 1-800-RED CROSS. A
blood drive is being held today in Oneonta from 2:00 to 6:00 PM at The
Salvation Army, 25 River Street.
16 year old Nicholas Pheilshifter pleaded guilty Thursday to
criminal possession of a weapon as a crime of terrorism, as a participant in
the plot against Islamberg in Delaware County.
Pheilshifter will be sentenced to 7 years in state prison, after serving
the first 2 years in juvenile detention.
Previously, Vincent Vetromile pleaded guilty to a weapons charge and
faces seven to 12 years in prison. Brian Colaneri and Andrew Crysel pleaded
guilty to terrorism-related conspiracy and face four to 12 years in prison.
WCDO News — Friday 6-28-19
High School Graduations get underway tonight for several
area schools. Windsor's Commencement
will begin at 6:30 PM, Afton, Franklin, Deposit, Laurens, Milford, Morris &
Charlotte Valley will hold theirs at 7:00 PM.
High School graduations continue into the weekend. Saturday morning at 10:00 AM, seniors from
Sidney, Greene, Delaware Academy, Harpursville & Norwich will have their
graduation ceremonies begin at 10:00 AM, Oneonta seniors commencement exercises
will begin at 10:45 AM, Oxford Academy at 11:00 AM & Bainbridge Guilford on
Saturday Night at 7:00 PM. On Sunday,
seniors from Edmeston will graduate beginning at 1:00 PM.
3 of the 4 Rochester Area suspects who were arrested earlier
this year for plotting to attack Islamberg in Delaware County pleaded guilty to
conspiracy 7 weapons charges today in Monroe County. Vincent Vetromile, Brian Colaneri &
Andrew Crysel all pleaded guilty for their roles in hatching the plot to kill residents
of the Muslims of America enclave in the town of Hancock. 16 year old Nicholas
Pheilshifter was also arrested in January, his case is pending.
Delaware County Sherriff’s Deputies arrested 29 year old
Christina Belcher of Masonville for Grand Larceny, Criminal Possession of a
Forged Instrument, Forgery & Making
a False Written Statement. Belcher is accused of forging the check of another
person without permission. Belcher was
arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Faculty on
$5,000 cash bail & will return to the Town of Delhi Court at a later date
for further court proceedings.
The Bainbridge Old Time Band will begin their annual series
of summer concerts today, Bainbridge Mayor Phil Wade explains:
(Phil Wade 6-28-19)
Concerts are also scheduled on July 19th, August 9th, &
August 29th.
This Sunday kicks off a new concert series in the village of
Afton with the Real Time Dixieland Band playing at the Afton Museum from 6 to
8pm! The Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Sunday Summer
Concert Series to take place in evenings, periodically from June 30th thru
September 8th. More information is
available regarding sponsorships at gaacoc.com, or 765-6507 or 242-8473
New York residents can fish for
free without a license in one of the 7,500 lakes and ponds or 70,000 miles of
rivers and streams across the state during this weekend. New York's Free Fishing Weekends help
encourage more people to get outdoors and enjoy the fishing opportunities
available; more information is available at dec.ny.gov/outdoor.
The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a
report of a missing person. Byron Furman was reported missing from his address
in the Town of Sidney at about 10:30am on June 27th. If located, please contact
the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office at 832-5555
State Police arrested a Mount Upton twice in a 30 hour
period on June 22nd & 23rd. 42 year
old Karlton Tompkins was charged on June 22nd, after he made a U-Turn to avoid
a Police DWI Road Check on State Route 7 in Unadilla, he was apprehended along
with 41 year old Jason Lowe & 25 year old Erica Marble of Sidney on drug
charges, On June 23rd, Tompkins tried
to flee a trooper in his vehicle, which he crashed on Loomis Road in the town
of Afton, he fled on foot, followed by 2 troopers & a police Dog, a scuffle
ensued with 1 trooper injured and Tompkins bitten by the Police dog. Tompkins was charged with Reckless
Endangerment, Reckless Driving, Driving While Ability Impaired, Resisting Arrest
and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Tompkins was treated at Tri Town Hospital in
Sidney; he was arraigned & was sent to the Chenango County Jail on Cash
Bail pending court action.
Chenango County Sheriff deputies arrested a Virginia
resident on a Fugitive from Justice Warrant.
Sheriff’s Detectives and Deputies located and arrested Randolph Browning
Jr. following a complaint being filed with the Sheriff’s Office. Browning was
found to have an active warrant in the State of Virginia for Embezzlement; he
was arraigned in the Town of Norwich Court remanded to the Chenango County
Correctional Facility without bail.
State Police are investigating the death of a kayaker in
Chenango Forks. State Police at
Binghamton were dispatched to the Chenango River at approximately 6:03 p.m.;
the body of a male kayaker was located shortly thereafter. The kayaker was with a group of people and
his kayak capsized. The cause of death
is undetermined at this time and the name is being withheld pending family
notification. More details will be
released later today.
area schools. Windsor's Commencement
will begin at 6:30 PM, Afton, Franklin, Deposit, Laurens, Milford, Morris &
Charlotte Valley will hold theirs at 7:00 PM.
High School graduations continue into the weekend. Saturday morning at 10:00 AM, seniors from
Sidney, Greene, Delaware Academy, Harpursville & Norwich will have their
graduation ceremonies begin at 10:00 AM, Oneonta seniors commencement exercises
will begin at 10:45 AM, Oxford Academy at 11:00 AM & Bainbridge Guilford on
Saturday Night at 7:00 PM. On Sunday,
seniors from Edmeston will graduate beginning at 1:00 PM.
3 of the 4 Rochester Area suspects who were arrested earlier
this year for plotting to attack Islamberg in Delaware County pleaded guilty to
conspiracy 7 weapons charges today in Monroe County. Vincent Vetromile, Brian Colaneri &
Andrew Crysel all pleaded guilty for their roles in hatching the plot to kill residents
of the Muslims of America enclave in the town of Hancock. 16 year old Nicholas
Pheilshifter was also arrested in January, his case is pending.
Delaware County Sherriff’s Deputies arrested 29 year old
Christina Belcher of Masonville for Grand Larceny, Criminal Possession of a
Forged Instrument, Forgery & Making
a False Written Statement. Belcher is accused of forging the check of another
person without permission. Belcher was
arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Faculty on
$5,000 cash bail & will return to the Town of Delhi Court at a later date
for further court proceedings.
The Bainbridge Old Time Band will begin their annual series
of summer concerts today, Bainbridge Mayor Phil Wade explains:
(Phil Wade 6-28-19)
Concerts are also scheduled on July 19th, August 9th, &
August 29th.
This Sunday kicks off a new concert series in the village of
Afton with the Real Time Dixieland Band playing at the Afton Museum from 6 to
8pm! The Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Sunday Summer
Concert Series to take place in evenings, periodically from June 30th thru
September 8th. More information is
available regarding sponsorships at gaacoc.com, or 765-6507 or 242-8473
New York residents can fish for
free without a license in one of the 7,500 lakes and ponds or 70,000 miles of
rivers and streams across the state during this weekend. New York's Free Fishing Weekends help
encourage more people to get outdoors and enjoy the fishing opportunities
available; more information is available at dec.ny.gov/outdoor.
The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a
report of a missing person. Byron Furman was reported missing from his address
in the Town of Sidney at about 10:30am on June 27th. If located, please contact
the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office at 832-5555
State Police arrested a Mount Upton twice in a 30 hour
period on June 22nd & 23rd. 42 year
old Karlton Tompkins was charged on June 22nd, after he made a U-Turn to avoid
a Police DWI Road Check on State Route 7 in Unadilla, he was apprehended along
with 41 year old Jason Lowe & 25 year old Erica Marble of Sidney on drug
charges, On June 23rd, Tompkins tried
to flee a trooper in his vehicle, which he crashed on Loomis Road in the town
of Afton, he fled on foot, followed by 2 troopers & a police Dog, a scuffle
ensued with 1 trooper injured and Tompkins bitten by the Police dog. Tompkins was charged with Reckless
Endangerment, Reckless Driving, Driving While Ability Impaired, Resisting Arrest
and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Tompkins was treated at Tri Town Hospital in
Sidney; he was arraigned & was sent to the Chenango County Jail on Cash
Bail pending court action.
Chenango County Sheriff deputies arrested a Virginia
resident on a Fugitive from Justice Warrant.
Sheriff’s Detectives and Deputies located and arrested Randolph Browning
Jr. following a complaint being filed with the Sheriff’s Office. Browning was
found to have an active warrant in the State of Virginia for Embezzlement; he
was arraigned in the Town of Norwich Court remanded to the Chenango County
Correctional Facility without bail.
State Police are investigating the death of a kayaker in
Chenango Forks. State Police at
Binghamton were dispatched to the Chenango River at approximately 6:03 p.m.;
the body of a male kayaker was located shortly thereafter. The kayaker was with a group of people and
his kayak capsized. The cause of death
is undetermined at this time and the name is being withheld pending family
notification. More details will be
released later today.
WCDO News — Wednesday 2-13-19
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-13-19
Vincent Vetromile, Brian Colaneri, Andrew Crysel, and
Nicholas Pheilshifter were indicted Monday in Monroe County Court; they were
arrested last month for allegedly plotting a violent plan against the residents
of Islamberg here in Delaware County.
The 4 had 3 homemade bombs and 23 firearms, they were charged with
criminal possession of a weapon and conspiracy.
Pheilshifter is 16 years old; his case will be handled in criminal court
or family court.
Governor Cuomo told reporters last night, after he returned
from his meeting with the President, that Trump was open to discussing the SALT
issue. Cuomo said that The president’s Economic advisor Lawrence
Kudlow said that he we would sit down and go through the issues, President
Trump said that he would like to see a package of reforms together. Governor Cuomo refers to the SALT tax
exemptions being removed from New York Property owners as a tax on taxes.
State lawmakers are holding hearings today in Albany on the
issue of Sexual Harassment in the workplace.
Victims of Sexual harassment & assault are describing their
experiences to lawmakers in the hearings; their testimony may lead to reforms
in the laws during this session.
The Rotary Club of Sidney will be hosting a fundraiser next
month for the Howard & Catherine Lynch Scholarship for a graduating Sidney High
School Senior. Spokesman Larry Halbert
explains:
(Larry Halbert 2-13-19)
Tickets can be purchased at the Sidney & Norwich
American Legions, at VEP+ on Main Street in Sidney, or by calling Larry Halbert
at 237-4762. The deadline to purchase
tickets is March 6th.
NYSEG representatives will be in
the region over the next several months conducting a safety inspection of natural
gas meters and services to ensure the safe delivery of natural gas to homes or
businesses. The inspections are
mandatory by the New York State Public Service Commission to look for routine
leaking problems and corrosion inspections. The inspections can quickly be
completed. NYSEG will be using the firm
DDS and Heath Consultants, and they are legitimate contractors conducting this
work on behalf of the company, they will introduce themselves and show green or
orange company identification badges before entering your home. More information is available at dps.ny.gov &
then by searching Case Number 15-G-0244.
Vincent Vetromile, Brian Colaneri, Andrew Crysel, and
Nicholas Pheilshifter were indicted Monday in Monroe County Court; they were
arrested last month for allegedly plotting a violent plan against the residents
of Islamberg here in Delaware County.
The 4 had 3 homemade bombs and 23 firearms, they were charged with
criminal possession of a weapon and conspiracy.
Pheilshifter is 16 years old; his case will be handled in criminal court
or family court.
Governor Cuomo told reporters last night, after he returned
from his meeting with the President, that Trump was open to discussing the SALT
issue. Cuomo said that The president’s Economic advisor Lawrence
Kudlow said that he we would sit down and go through the issues, President
Trump said that he would like to see a package of reforms together. Governor Cuomo refers to the SALT tax
exemptions being removed from New York Property owners as a tax on taxes.
State lawmakers are holding hearings today in Albany on the
issue of Sexual Harassment in the workplace.
Victims of Sexual harassment & assault are describing their
experiences to lawmakers in the hearings; their testimony may lead to reforms
in the laws during this session.
The Rotary Club of Sidney will be hosting a fundraiser next
month for the Howard & Catherine Lynch Scholarship for a graduating Sidney High
School Senior. Spokesman Larry Halbert
explains:
(Larry Halbert 2-13-19)
Tickets can be purchased at the Sidney & Norwich
American Legions, at VEP+ on Main Street in Sidney, or by calling Larry Halbert
at 237-4762. The deadline to purchase
tickets is March 6th.
NYSEG representatives will be in
the region over the next several months conducting a safety inspection of natural
gas meters and services to ensure the safe delivery of natural gas to homes or
businesses. The inspections are
mandatory by the New York State Public Service Commission to look for routine
leaking problems and corrosion inspections. The inspections can quickly be
completed. NYSEG will be using the firm
DDS and Heath Consultants, and they are legitimate contractors conducting this
work on behalf of the company, they will introduce themselves and show green or
orange company identification badges before entering your home. More information is available at dps.ny.gov &
then by searching Case Number 15-G-0244.
WCDO News — Wednesday 2-6-19
P.M. NEWS Wednesday 2-6-19
Vincent Vetromile, Brian Colaneri & Andrew Crysel
appeared in Greece Town Court Tuesday, they are accused, along with an
unidentified 16 year old, with formulating a terrorist plan against the Muslims
of America Community known as Islamberg in Delaware County. the 3 were arrested January 18th after police
learned of the plot, the group possessed 23 firearms and 3 explosive devices,
they have been charged with 3 counts of
1st-degree criminal possession of a weapon and 1 count each of 4th degree
conspiracy. The case against Crysel was
waived to the grand jury. Preliminary hearings for Vetromile and Colaneri are
scheduled for next week.
Governor Cuomo today announced more than $7.5 million in
funding is available to enhance addiction prevention, treatment and recovery
services in New York State. The funding will be awarded through a series of
Requests for Applications issued by the State Office of Alcoholism and
Substance Abuse Services. New Yorkers
struggling with an addiction can call the state's toll-free HOPE line
at-1-877-8-HOPENY.
The 3rd Annual Oneonta Indoor Heart Walk & Health fair
will be held at the Foxcare Center in Oneonta on Saturday February 16th from
10:00 AM until 2:00 PM, AO Fox spokesperson Gabrielle Argo explains:
(Gabby Argo 2-6-19)
More than 40 vendors, agencies, & organizations will be
participating in the Foxcare Center Concourse, plus Potential Pets will be
available from the Susquehanna Animal Shelter, Heart of the Catskills Humane
Society & Super Heroes in Ripped Jeans, more information is available at
BASSETT.ORG/HEARTWALK.
Tonight, State Senator Fred Akshar and Broome County
Executive Jason Garnar will join addiction specialists, law enforcement,
teachers and families for a public forum on substance use prevention and
treatment. The forum will take place
from 6:00pm to 7:30pm at the Deposit High School Auditorium.
The Otsego County Planning Department is launching a $50,000
pilot program to assist low & moderate income farmers with home repair
assistance. The new county program is
called “Farm RESTORE.” It offers
assistance to eligible active farmers with needs such as furnace repairs,
window replacement, hot water heaters, flooring, electrical upgrades,
accessibility modifications, and plumbing; it is administered by Otsego Rural
Housing Assistance, Inc. The deadline
for applications if February 28, 2019.
The funding derives from Community Development Block Grant, More
information is available at 547-4225.
A public hearing was held Tuesday night at Oneonta City hall
about the Generic Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed Oneonta Rail
Yards project. Another Public hearing has been scheduled for
March 5th; the period for public comments has been extended to March
18th.
Southern Tier Hemp announced
Tuesday that it’s buying the former Gannett printing plant in Johnson City. The
company will develop, manufacture and sell hemp-based CBD oil products; they
expect to hire more than 100 people over the next 3 years. The company received state grants to assist
with construction needs at the site, which is expected to be operational later
this year.
The Otsego County Chamber will hold its 8th Annual Career
Expo and Job Fair Today from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the BOCES campus on County
Route 35 in Milford. The Job Fair and
Open house is open to the public to meet with area employers for current
openings & to learn about job training programs.
The annual meeting of the Friends of the Libraries will be
today at 2:30 in the Smart Community Room of the Sidney Memorial Public
Library. The agenda will include a financial report and a review of activities
supported by the Friends of the Libraries.
All members of the Friends of the Libraries are invited to attend. More information is available at 563 1200 or
563 8021
Vincent Vetromile, Brian Colaneri & Andrew Crysel
appeared in Greece Town Court Tuesday, they are accused, along with an
unidentified 16 year old, with formulating a terrorist plan against the Muslims
of America Community known as Islamberg in Delaware County. the 3 were arrested January 18th after police
learned of the plot, the group possessed 23 firearms and 3 explosive devices,
they have been charged with 3 counts of
1st-degree criminal possession of a weapon and 1 count each of 4th degree
conspiracy. The case against Crysel was
waived to the grand jury. Preliminary hearings for Vetromile and Colaneri are
scheduled for next week.
Governor Cuomo today announced more than $7.5 million in
funding is available to enhance addiction prevention, treatment and recovery
services in New York State. The funding will be awarded through a series of
Requests for Applications issued by the State Office of Alcoholism and
Substance Abuse Services. New Yorkers
struggling with an addiction can call the state's toll-free HOPE line
at-1-877-8-HOPENY.
The 3rd Annual Oneonta Indoor Heart Walk & Health fair
will be held at the Foxcare Center in Oneonta on Saturday February 16th from
10:00 AM until 2:00 PM, AO Fox spokesperson Gabrielle Argo explains:
(Gabby Argo 2-6-19)
More than 40 vendors, agencies, & organizations will be
participating in the Foxcare Center Concourse, plus Potential Pets will be
available from the Susquehanna Animal Shelter, Heart of the Catskills Humane
Society & Super Heroes in Ripped Jeans, more information is available at
BASSETT.ORG/HEARTWALK.
Tonight, State Senator Fred Akshar and Broome County
Executive Jason Garnar will join addiction specialists, law enforcement,
teachers and families for a public forum on substance use prevention and
treatment. The forum will take place
from 6:00pm to 7:30pm at the Deposit High School Auditorium.
The Otsego County Planning Department is launching a $50,000
pilot program to assist low & moderate income farmers with home repair
assistance. The new county program is
called “Farm RESTORE.” It offers
assistance to eligible active farmers with needs such as furnace repairs,
window replacement, hot water heaters, flooring, electrical upgrades,
accessibility modifications, and plumbing; it is administered by Otsego Rural
Housing Assistance, Inc. The deadline
for applications if February 28, 2019.
The funding derives from Community Development Block Grant, More
information is available at 547-4225.
A public hearing was held Tuesday night at Oneonta City hall
about the Generic Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed Oneonta Rail
Yards project. Another Public hearing has been scheduled for
March 5th; the period for public comments has been extended to March
18th.
Southern Tier Hemp announced
Tuesday that it’s buying the former Gannett printing plant in Johnson City. The
company will develop, manufacture and sell hemp-based CBD oil products; they
expect to hire more than 100 people over the next 3 years. The company received state grants to assist
with construction needs at the site, which is expected to be operational later
this year.
The Otsego County Chamber will hold its 8th Annual Career
Expo and Job Fair Today from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the BOCES campus on County
Route 35 in Milford. The Job Fair and
Open house is open to the public to meet with area employers for current
openings & to learn about job training programs.
The annual meeting of the Friends of the Libraries will be
today at 2:30 in the Smart Community Room of the Sidney Memorial Public
Library. The agenda will include a financial report and a review of activities
supported by the Friends of the Libraries.
All members of the Friends of the Libraries are invited to attend. More information is available at 563 1200 or
563 8021
WCDO News — Wednesday 1-23-19
Joint Legislative Budget Hearings got Underway in Albany
starting earlier today. The hearings
will be held through February 12th at the Legislative Office Building in
Albany, the state budget is due on April 1st.
State police made almost 800 arrests for impaired driving
over the holiday season, as part of the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
campaign. 48,877 tickets were issued,
783 people that were arrested, there were 643 personal injury crashes, which
resulted in 8 fatalities. Police said
that there were over 16,000 tickets for speeding, over 9500 for Distracted
Driving, over 1200 were Seatbelt violations 1,223, and 437 were charged with
violating the Move Over Law.
State Senator Fred Akshar released the results of his recent
online survey regarding the “Dream Act”,
which would allow for the children of undocumented immigrants to apply for
state-funded, free college tuition assistance programs for New York State
colleges or universities. Akshar’s
survey drew 2,200 total responses, within the 52nd Senate District, 85% of
respondents opposed the proposal, 14% supported it, while outside of the 52nd
Senate District, respondents opposed the measure 93% to 5% with 1%
undecided. The results in the district
were very similar to last year’s survey.
Senator Akshar plans to release a new public survey on a new issue this
week.
US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is launching an exploratory
committee for a run for the Presidency.
Gillibrand made the announcement last week on the “Late Show with
Stephen Colbert", she has since opened up a campaign office in Troy, she
has more than $10.5 million left over from her 2018 re-election campaign that
she can use toward a presidential run.
The State Labor Department
announced the unemployment rates for local counties today, for the month of
December. Chenango County had 4.4%,
Delaware County was 4.2% & Otsego County was at 4.0%, the statewide rate
was 3.9%.
Students in Greece New York alerted Police regarding a plot
to attack Islamberg in the town of Deposit with explosive devices. The Greece Police Department arrested
20-year-old Brian Colaneri, 19-year-old Vincent Vetromile of Greece,
18-year-old Andrew Crysel of East Rochester & an unidentified 16 year old
following an investigation at Odyssey Academy.
Police seized 23 firearms & 3 homemade bombs, the 3 older suspects
were charged with 3 counts of 1st degree criminal possession of a weapon or
explosive and one count each of conspiracy, they were being held at the Monroe
County Jail on $50,000 bail.
Governor Cuomo signed into law the Reproductive Health Act,
which protects women's reproductive rights by ensuring New Yorkers can make
healthcare decisions and medical professionals can provide services without
fear of criminal penalty.
(Cuomo 1-23-19)
The legislation codifies Roe v. Wade into New York State law
& cannot be undone by Federal law changes.
Governor Cuomo has directed SUNY and CUNY to assist students
with college-related expenses during the prolonged federal shutdown. Payments
for tuition and related college expenses will be postponed, and no late fees or
penalties will be charged to impacted students. This temporary reprieve will
apply to federal employees, dependents of federal employees, and students who
are dependent on loans from the federal government that may be delayed.
State Attorney General Letitia James announced that New York
has joined with other states and the federal government to reach an agreement
with Walgreens, to settle allegations that Walgreens violated the False Claims
Act by billing Medicaid at rates higher than its usual and customary rates for
certain prescription drugs. Walgreens
will pay New York State 14.5 Million dollars to the states' Medicaid program.
Edgar Martinez, Mike Mussina, Mariano Rivera and the late
Roy Halladay were elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame yesterday on
MLB Network, with Hall of Fame President Jeff Idelson announcing the results.
The inductees will join the “Today’s Game” Era electees Harold Baines and Lee
Smith at the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonies on July 21st in Cooperstown.
starting earlier today. The hearings
will be held through February 12th at the Legislative Office Building in
Albany, the state budget is due on April 1st.
State police made almost 800 arrests for impaired driving
over the holiday season, as part of the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
campaign. 48,877 tickets were issued,
783 people that were arrested, there were 643 personal injury crashes, which
resulted in 8 fatalities. Police said
that there were over 16,000 tickets for speeding, over 9500 for Distracted
Driving, over 1200 were Seatbelt violations 1,223, and 437 were charged with
violating the Move Over Law.
State Senator Fred Akshar released the results of his recent
online survey regarding the “Dream Act”,
which would allow for the children of undocumented immigrants to apply for
state-funded, free college tuition assistance programs for New York State
colleges or universities. Akshar’s
survey drew 2,200 total responses, within the 52nd Senate District, 85% of
respondents opposed the proposal, 14% supported it, while outside of the 52nd
Senate District, respondents opposed the measure 93% to 5% with 1%
undecided. The results in the district
were very similar to last year’s survey.
Senator Akshar plans to release a new public survey on a new issue this
week.
US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is launching an exploratory
committee for a run for the Presidency.
Gillibrand made the announcement last week on the “Late Show with
Stephen Colbert", she has since opened up a campaign office in Troy, she
has more than $10.5 million left over from her 2018 re-election campaign that
she can use toward a presidential run.
The State Labor Department
announced the unemployment rates for local counties today, for the month of
December. Chenango County had 4.4%,
Delaware County was 4.2% & Otsego County was at 4.0%, the statewide rate
was 3.9%.
Students in Greece New York alerted Police regarding a plot
to attack Islamberg in the town of Deposit with explosive devices. The Greece Police Department arrested
20-year-old Brian Colaneri, 19-year-old Vincent Vetromile of Greece,
18-year-old Andrew Crysel of East Rochester & an unidentified 16 year old
following an investigation at Odyssey Academy.
Police seized 23 firearms & 3 homemade bombs, the 3 older suspects
were charged with 3 counts of 1st degree criminal possession of a weapon or
explosive and one count each of conspiracy, they were being held at the Monroe
County Jail on $50,000 bail.
Governor Cuomo signed into law the Reproductive Health Act,
which protects women's reproductive rights by ensuring New Yorkers can make
healthcare decisions and medical professionals can provide services without
fear of criminal penalty.
(Cuomo 1-23-19)
The legislation codifies Roe v. Wade into New York State law
& cannot be undone by Federal law changes.
Governor Cuomo has directed SUNY and CUNY to assist students
with college-related expenses during the prolonged federal shutdown. Payments
for tuition and related college expenses will be postponed, and no late fees or
penalties will be charged to impacted students. This temporary reprieve will
apply to federal employees, dependents of federal employees, and students who
are dependent on loans from the federal government that may be delayed.
State Attorney General Letitia James announced that New York
has joined with other states and the federal government to reach an agreement
with Walgreens, to settle allegations that Walgreens violated the False Claims
Act by billing Medicaid at rates higher than its usual and customary rates for
certain prescription drugs. Walgreens
will pay New York State 14.5 Million dollars to the states' Medicaid program.
Edgar Martinez, Mike Mussina, Mariano Rivera and the late
Roy Halladay were elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame yesterday on
MLB Network, with Hall of Fame President Jeff Idelson announcing the results.
The inductees will join the “Today’s Game” Era electees Harold Baines and Lee
Smith at the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonies on July 21st in Cooperstown.
WCDO News — Thursday 6-15-17
State troopers have identified the 3 people that were found in a submerged SUV in Gatehouse Pond in Tully Tuesday. The bodies of 34-year-old Jaime Bell, 26-year-old Melissa Avery and 5-year-old Maryssa Houston were found inside the vehicle when it was pulled from the pond, Police said that the 3 were heading for a family barbecue nearby, when their Ford Explorer veered off the road, struck a guardrail & went into the pond. The investigation is ongoing & is expected to take several weeks.
State Police arrested 48-year-old Frederick Gustina of Cleveland, New York, for Aggravated DWI with a B.A.C. result of .31%, plus other traffic violations. The arrest occurred after troopers responded to a domestic dispute at a home on East Main Street in the Town of Worcester, troopers were advised that Gustina had left the area in a Toyota FJ Cruiser; he was stopped nearby and was taken into custody. Gustina was arraigned in the Town of Maryland court and was remanded to the Otsego County jail in lieu of $500 cash bail or $1,000 property bond; his next court date is on June 20, 2017.
A 2nd fundraising event has been scheduled, which will be a Golf Tournament the day before the "Rock In The Park" event, as an extension to the concert fundraiser. Organizer Jason Hall explains:
(Jason Hall 6-15-17)
The Charity Golf Tournament will be held Friday July 7th at the Afton Golf Course, more information is available at 972-6526, or by email: jhall@tiogadowns.com.
61-year-old Gerald Porter of Binghamton was found guilty today in Broome County Court of burglarizing the apartment of a deceased resident's body was removed. The jury convicted Porter for 2nd-degree burglary & criminal possession of stolen property, he faces sentencing on September 7th.
65-Year-old Robert Doggert of Tennessee has been sentenced to 19 years in a federal prison, on charges of solicitation to commit a civil rights act, & solicitation to commit arson. Doggert was arrested for recruiting people to travel to the Islamberg community near Hancock, to burn down buildings and commit acts of terrorism against the inhabitants.
Area Congresswoman Claudia Tenney received a disturbing email threat Wednesday referencing the Virginia shooting of Congressman Steve Scalise & others at a softball practice. Tenney said that she has received several threats since taking office and has turned them over to Capital Police, but Wednesday she received one stating "one down, 216 to go"
The 4 County Library System announced the launch of their new Bookmobile, which will be providing full library service to those who live in rural areas without close access to a library. The new Bookmobile is a 33-foot truck built by Medical Coaches in Oneonta, it will visit many sites in the Tri-County area, with monthly stops in Wells Bridge, Downsville, and Fly Creek. The schedule for the bookmobile is available at 4cls.org or 723-8236.
The Deadline for teams to sign up for the annual Gus Macker Basketball Tournament is approaching quickly, according to organizer Tom Revoir:
(Tom Revoir 6-15-17)
This Year's Gus Macker Tournament will be held July 8th & 9th in downtown Norwich.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies investigated a 1-car accident Tuesday evening on State Highway 206 in the Town of Tompkins that resulted in a Walton woman being air-lifted to the hospital. The driver of the vehicle, 30-year-old Joshua Crisell of Walton lost control of his vehicle when he reached for an item in the vehicle causing the vehicle to run off the roadway, strike a number of small trees and overturn. A passenger in the vehicle, 29-year-old MistyBlue Crisell, sustained back and head injuries and was airlifted to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City. Crisell was charged with failure to keep hands on the steering wheel, moving from lane unsafely and operating a motor vehicle out of license class, he would face action in Town of Tompkins Court at a later date.
Oneonta Police Detectives along with State Police and the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision, served a search warrant at 5106 State Highway 23, in the town of Oneonta, regarding the sale and distribution of controlled substances. Police arrested 31 year old Aaron Willey of Oneonta on 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance Police discovered powdered cocaine, & $2,472 in cash, Willey was arraigned at the Town of Oneonta Court and remanded to the Otsego County Jail.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies and members of the Delhi Fire Department and Emergency Squad responded to an off-road, All Terrain Vehicle accident on Tuesday night at Elk Creek Road. 75-year-old Peter Clark of Delhi left his farm shortly after 6:00 PM, to search for lost livestock in a wooded area when his four wheeled ATV rolled over, trapping Clark’s legs beneath the vehicle. Clark was located in the woods; he was extricated by Delhi Fire and EMS personnel and was transported to O’Connor Hospital for evaluation and treatment.
State Police arrested 48-year-old Frederick Gustina of Cleveland, New York, for Aggravated DWI with a B.A.C. result of .31%, plus other traffic violations. The arrest occurred after troopers responded to a domestic dispute at a home on East Main Street in the Town of Worcester, troopers were advised that Gustina had left the area in a Toyota FJ Cruiser; he was stopped nearby and was taken into custody. Gustina was arraigned in the Town of Maryland court and was remanded to the Otsego County jail in lieu of $500 cash bail or $1,000 property bond; his next court date is on June 20, 2017.
A 2nd fundraising event has been scheduled, which will be a Golf Tournament the day before the "Rock In The Park" event, as an extension to the concert fundraiser. Organizer Jason Hall explains:
(Jason Hall 6-15-17)
The Charity Golf Tournament will be held Friday July 7th at the Afton Golf Course, more information is available at 972-6526, or by email: jhall@tiogadowns.com.
61-year-old Gerald Porter of Binghamton was found guilty today in Broome County Court of burglarizing the apartment of a deceased resident's body was removed. The jury convicted Porter for 2nd-degree burglary & criminal possession of stolen property, he faces sentencing on September 7th.
65-Year-old Robert Doggert of Tennessee has been sentenced to 19 years in a federal prison, on charges of solicitation to commit a civil rights act, & solicitation to commit arson. Doggert was arrested for recruiting people to travel to the Islamberg community near Hancock, to burn down buildings and commit acts of terrorism against the inhabitants.
Area Congresswoman Claudia Tenney received a disturbing email threat Wednesday referencing the Virginia shooting of Congressman Steve Scalise & others at a softball practice. Tenney said that she has received several threats since taking office and has turned them over to Capital Police, but Wednesday she received one stating "one down, 216 to go"
The 4 County Library System announced the launch of their new Bookmobile, which will be providing full library service to those who live in rural areas without close access to a library. The new Bookmobile is a 33-foot truck built by Medical Coaches in Oneonta, it will visit many sites in the Tri-County area, with monthly stops in Wells Bridge, Downsville, and Fly Creek. The schedule for the bookmobile is available at 4cls.org or 723-8236.
The Deadline for teams to sign up for the annual Gus Macker Basketball Tournament is approaching quickly, according to organizer Tom Revoir:
(Tom Revoir 6-15-17)
This Year's Gus Macker Tournament will be held July 8th & 9th in downtown Norwich.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies investigated a 1-car accident Tuesday evening on State Highway 206 in the Town of Tompkins that resulted in a Walton woman being air-lifted to the hospital. The driver of the vehicle, 30-year-old Joshua Crisell of Walton lost control of his vehicle when he reached for an item in the vehicle causing the vehicle to run off the roadway, strike a number of small trees and overturn. A passenger in the vehicle, 29-year-old MistyBlue Crisell, sustained back and head injuries and was airlifted to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City. Crisell was charged with failure to keep hands on the steering wheel, moving from lane unsafely and operating a motor vehicle out of license class, he would face action in Town of Tompkins Court at a later date.
Oneonta Police Detectives along with State Police and the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision, served a search warrant at 5106 State Highway 23, in the town of Oneonta, regarding the sale and distribution of controlled substances. Police arrested 31 year old Aaron Willey of Oneonta on 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance Police discovered powdered cocaine, & $2,472 in cash, Willey was arraigned at the Town of Oneonta Court and remanded to the Otsego County Jail.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies and members of the Delhi Fire Department and Emergency Squad responded to an off-road, All Terrain Vehicle accident on Tuesday night at Elk Creek Road. 75-year-old Peter Clark of Delhi left his farm shortly after 6:00 PM, to search for lost livestock in a wooded area when his four wheeled ATV rolled over, trapping Clark’s legs beneath the vehicle. Clark was located in the woods; he was extricated by Delhi Fire and EMS personnel and was transported to O’Connor Hospital for evaluation and treatment.
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WCDO News — Friday 2-17-17
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant on a 2013 Nissan Rogue and the occupant 24 year old Taylor Nelson of Afton. A traffic stop was conducted in Oxford where Nelson was taken into custody; Officers recovered digital scales, packaging material, methamphetamine, and cash. Nelson is accused of selling Crystal Methamphetamine in Chenango County & in the Village of Sidney, he was charged with Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia. He was arraigned in the Town of Bainbridge Court and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $20,000 cash bail.
Earlier this week, the Unatego School district Board of Education decided that they would close the Otego Elementary School building prior to the start of school this fall. Superintendent Dr. Dave Richards explains:
(Dave Richards 2-17-17)
Richards said that there are successful instances of schools being repurposed, such as the Sidney Civic Center and the former New Berlin & South New Berlin school buildings.
Former independent congressional candidate Robert Doggart of Tennessee was found guilty of solicitation to commit a civil rights violation, solicitation to commit arson and making a threat in interstate commerce, for his alleged plotting of an attack on Islamberg in Hancock. Doggart was arrested by the FBI, after he made threats to attack the Muslim community in Delaware county, and burn all of their buildings down. Doggart faces sentencing may 31st.
The U.S. Department of Justice announced the arrest of 48-year-old Mark Barnett of Ocala Florida, for a plan to set off explosives at Target stores in Upstate New York. Barnett was arrested after discussing the plot with a wired informant, his plans called for explosions in up to 10 Target stores starting in Syracuse & then traveling south back to Florida, in to buy Target store stock at an expected lower price per share after the bombings, and then sell the stock for a profit when the price returned to higher levels.
State police are reporting a new telephone scam, where the caller will ask “Can You Hear Me” and if you respond “yes”, they will record your response & then use your recorded voice & place unauthorized charged against your credit card or utility company accounts. State police said that the best response is to say nothing & hang up, they also advise that if you have already fallen for this scam, check your credit card account & utility bills carefully for extra charges that scammers may have added to your bill, then follow the normal procedures to dispute the extra charges.
Governor Cuomo announced the state would invest an additional $8 million for upgrades at Belleayre Ski Center to attract more visitors and build on the Catskill Region’s tourism industry. The investment will enhance the current facilities at Belleayre Mountain with the installation of a new, high-speed gondola, multiple lodge expansions and the addition of modern amenities for both lodges at the resort.
The 22nd annual Polar Bear Jump will be held at Goodyear Lake Saturday. Each year, funds are raised through pledges by jumping into the frigid waters; they will also raise funds with the Polar Bear Auction with donations from numerous local businesses and organizations. All proceeds are used to support local children and families with medical issues and the community organizations that support them.
Governor Cuomo announced that the first of several free fishing events in New York State for 2017 would take place this weekend. New York residents and non-residents are permitted to fish for free without a fishing license at any of the state's 7,500 lakes and ponds or 70,000 miles of rivers and streams. Cuomo has also designated June 24-25, September 23 (National Hunting and Fishing Day), and November 11 (Veterans Day) as free fishing days.
Earlier this week, the Unatego School district Board of Education decided that they would close the Otego Elementary School building prior to the start of school this fall. Superintendent Dr. Dave Richards explains:
(Dave Richards 2-17-17)
Richards said that there are successful instances of schools being repurposed, such as the Sidney Civic Center and the former New Berlin & South New Berlin school buildings.
Former independent congressional candidate Robert Doggart of Tennessee was found guilty of solicitation to commit a civil rights violation, solicitation to commit arson and making a threat in interstate commerce, for his alleged plotting of an attack on Islamberg in Hancock. Doggart was arrested by the FBI, after he made threats to attack the Muslim community in Delaware county, and burn all of their buildings down. Doggart faces sentencing may 31st.
The U.S. Department of Justice announced the arrest of 48-year-old Mark Barnett of Ocala Florida, for a plan to set off explosives at Target stores in Upstate New York. Barnett was arrested after discussing the plot with a wired informant, his plans called for explosions in up to 10 Target stores starting in Syracuse & then traveling south back to Florida, in to buy Target store stock at an expected lower price per share after the bombings, and then sell the stock for a profit when the price returned to higher levels.
State police are reporting a new telephone scam, where the caller will ask “Can You Hear Me” and if you respond “yes”, they will record your response & then use your recorded voice & place unauthorized charged against your credit card or utility company accounts. State police said that the best response is to say nothing & hang up, they also advise that if you have already fallen for this scam, check your credit card account & utility bills carefully for extra charges that scammers may have added to your bill, then follow the normal procedures to dispute the extra charges.
Governor Cuomo announced the state would invest an additional $8 million for upgrades at Belleayre Ski Center to attract more visitors and build on the Catskill Region’s tourism industry. The investment will enhance the current facilities at Belleayre Mountain with the installation of a new, high-speed gondola, multiple lodge expansions and the addition of modern amenities for both lodges at the resort.
The 22nd annual Polar Bear Jump will be held at Goodyear Lake Saturday. Each year, funds are raised through pledges by jumping into the frigid waters; they will also raise funds with the Polar Bear Auction with donations from numerous local businesses and organizations. All proceeds are used to support local children and families with medical issues and the community organizations that support them.
Governor Cuomo announced that the first of several free fishing events in New York State for 2017 would take place this weekend. New York residents and non-residents are permitted to fish for free without a fishing license at any of the state's 7,500 lakes and ponds or 70,000 miles of rivers and streams. Cuomo has also designated June 24-25, September 23 (National Hunting and Fishing Day), and November 11 (Veterans Day) as free fishing days.
WCDO News — Friday 1-27-17
35-year-old David Mikulski of Binghamton was sentenced to 8 years in prison Thursday, following a guilty plea for criminal sale of a controlled substance in November 2015. Broome County District Attorney Steve Cornwell stated that Mikulski was part of the drug trafficking network in Broome County led by Terrence Wise.
Governor Cuomo, U.S. Senator Charles Schumer, and Congressman Chris Collins announced that more than $170 million in federal funds will be returned to Upstate New York to expand broadband and high speed internet service, after the FCC reversed course on a plan and decided to keep money designated for New York in New York. According to the FCC, there were 78,245 households in Upstate NY where Verizon declined funding. Pursuant to the Order issued by the FCC, New York State will award this declined funding of $170 million over 10 years in concert with upcoming rounds of its broadband auction.
A special fundraiser will be held tonight during the Sidney at Delhi Basketball contests, WCDO Sports Director Nate Lull explains:
(Avasprague 1-27-17)
More information on the event is available at Delhi schools.org
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce & several other local organizations have teamed up for the annual Bruce Haak Memorial Sleigh rally on January 28th in Bainbridge. Organizer Phil Canonaco comments:
(Phil Canonaco 1-27-17)
The event is free & open to the public; donations for the Delaware Valley Humane society will be collected at the event.
Magic City Productions brings HOWIE MANDEL will be live in concert at the Broome County Forum Sunday at 3:00 PM. Tickets are still available at The Arena Box Office, through TICKETMASTER at 1- 800-745-3000 or at Ticketmaster.com. Mandel most recently served as a judge on NBC's America's Got Talent.
State police arrested 25 year old Schuyler Schmidt of New Berlin for Criminal Mischief & Reckless Endangerment. Troopers responded to the report of man outside a home on State Route 8 in the Town of Columbus, who had punched and smashed a windshield of an occupied car during a dispute with the woman inside. Schmidt was arraigned in the Town of Columbus Court and was released. An order of protection was issued against him.
65-year-old Robert Doggart of Tennessee will have his trial begin February 6th in his home state. Doggert faces several charges, including solicitation to commit a civil rights violation and solicitation to commit arson of a building; he is accused of plotting an attack against the residents & the buildings at Islamberg near Hancock.
25-year-old Joshua Underwood has been indicted by an Otsego County Grand Jury on charges of 2nd degree murder and attempted arson, for the murder of 52-year-old Mark Morrison in Morrison's apartment at 229 Main Street in Oneonta on January 1st. Underwood is accused of killing Morrison & trying to start a fire to cover up the crime, he then called police to report the crime. Underwood was sent back to the Otsego County jail on $100,000 cash bail or $200,000 bond.
Norwich City Police and Chenango County Sheriff's deputies arrested 25 year old Paul Presnell & 20 year old Kailey Hughes after they executed a “No Knock” search warrant at 95 Plymouth Street in Norwich Thursday. Presnell is accused of possessing methamphetamine, he was charged with felony criminal possession of a controlled substance and criminal nuisance. Hughes was charged with criminal nuisance. Both were arraigned in Norwich City Court and sent to the Chenango Jail, Presnell's bail is set at $10,000, while Hughes' bail is set at $5,000m pending court action on January 31. The investigation is continuing and more charges are possible.
Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced a settlement with Acer Corporation, after a data breach of its website exposed over 35,000 credit card numbers. Sensitive Acer customer information was not protected for almost a full calendar year, Acer has agreed to pay $115,000 in penalties and to shore up its data security practices. Acer was the target of a cyber-attack resulting in a compromise of credit card information. The subsequent investigation revealed that at least one attacker exploited Acer website vulnerabilities to view sensitive customer data. In all, sensitive data related to 35,071 people, including 2,250 New York residents, was stolen.
New York State of Health, the state's official health plan Marketplace, is reminding New Yorkers that the final deadline to enroll in a Qualified Health Plan for 2017 coverage is Tuesday, January 31. To continue to meet high demand, the NY State of Health Customer Service Center will have extended hours on Saturday, January 28 and Sunday, January 29 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Consumers who want to secure 2017 coverage should act now. For more information about the Marketplace, visit nystateofhealth.ny.gov.
SUNY Delhi Admissions representatives will be at the CDO Workforce office in Sidney today, to provide information about the application process, financial aid, and training & career programs available at SUNY Delhi or other SUNY Colleges. Reservations are encouraged at 561-7550; the program will begin at 1:00 PM today at the CDO Workforce office at the Sidney Civic Center.
Maiorano & Associates located at 7-9 Main Street, Sidney will be holding their Grand Opening today from 2:00 to 8:00 pm with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 3:00 PM. CEO Serafino Maiorano will give a complimentary seminar at 6:00 pm; reservations are requested at 516-359-4907.
Governor Cuomo, U.S. Senator Charles Schumer, and Congressman Chris Collins announced that more than $170 million in federal funds will be returned to Upstate New York to expand broadband and high speed internet service, after the FCC reversed course on a plan and decided to keep money designated for New York in New York. According to the FCC, there were 78,245 households in Upstate NY where Verizon declined funding. Pursuant to the Order issued by the FCC, New York State will award this declined funding of $170 million over 10 years in concert with upcoming rounds of its broadband auction.
A special fundraiser will be held tonight during the Sidney at Delhi Basketball contests, WCDO Sports Director Nate Lull explains:
(Avasprague 1-27-17)
More information on the event is available at Delhi schools.org
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce & several other local organizations have teamed up for the annual Bruce Haak Memorial Sleigh rally on January 28th in Bainbridge. Organizer Phil Canonaco comments:
(Phil Canonaco 1-27-17)
The event is free & open to the public; donations for the Delaware Valley Humane society will be collected at the event.
Magic City Productions brings HOWIE MANDEL will be live in concert at the Broome County Forum Sunday at 3:00 PM. Tickets are still available at The Arena Box Office, through TICKETMASTER at 1- 800-745-3000 or at Ticketmaster.com. Mandel most recently served as a judge on NBC's America's Got Talent.
State police arrested 25 year old Schuyler Schmidt of New Berlin for Criminal Mischief & Reckless Endangerment. Troopers responded to the report of man outside a home on State Route 8 in the Town of Columbus, who had punched and smashed a windshield of an occupied car during a dispute with the woman inside. Schmidt was arraigned in the Town of Columbus Court and was released. An order of protection was issued against him.
65-year-old Robert Doggart of Tennessee will have his trial begin February 6th in his home state. Doggert faces several charges, including solicitation to commit a civil rights violation and solicitation to commit arson of a building; he is accused of plotting an attack against the residents & the buildings at Islamberg near Hancock.
25-year-old Joshua Underwood has been indicted by an Otsego County Grand Jury on charges of 2nd degree murder and attempted arson, for the murder of 52-year-old Mark Morrison in Morrison's apartment at 229 Main Street in Oneonta on January 1st. Underwood is accused of killing Morrison & trying to start a fire to cover up the crime, he then called police to report the crime. Underwood was sent back to the Otsego County jail on $100,000 cash bail or $200,000 bond.
Norwich City Police and Chenango County Sheriff's deputies arrested 25 year old Paul Presnell & 20 year old Kailey Hughes after they executed a “No Knock” search warrant at 95 Plymouth Street in Norwich Thursday. Presnell is accused of possessing methamphetamine, he was charged with felony criminal possession of a controlled substance and criminal nuisance. Hughes was charged with criminal nuisance. Both were arraigned in Norwich City Court and sent to the Chenango Jail, Presnell's bail is set at $10,000, while Hughes' bail is set at $5,000m pending court action on January 31. The investigation is continuing and more charges are possible.
Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced a settlement with Acer Corporation, after a data breach of its website exposed over 35,000 credit card numbers. Sensitive Acer customer information was not protected for almost a full calendar year, Acer has agreed to pay $115,000 in penalties and to shore up its data security practices. Acer was the target of a cyber-attack resulting in a compromise of credit card information. The subsequent investigation revealed that at least one attacker exploited Acer website vulnerabilities to view sensitive customer data. In all, sensitive data related to 35,071 people, including 2,250 New York residents, was stolen.
New York State of Health, the state's official health plan Marketplace, is reminding New Yorkers that the final deadline to enroll in a Qualified Health Plan for 2017 coverage is Tuesday, January 31. To continue to meet high demand, the NY State of Health Customer Service Center will have extended hours on Saturday, January 28 and Sunday, January 29 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Consumers who want to secure 2017 coverage should act now. For more information about the Marketplace, visit nystateofhealth.ny.gov.
SUNY Delhi Admissions representatives will be at the CDO Workforce office in Sidney today, to provide information about the application process, financial aid, and training & career programs available at SUNY Delhi or other SUNY Colleges. Reservations are encouraged at 561-7550; the program will begin at 1:00 PM today at the CDO Workforce office at the Sidney Civic Center.
Maiorano & Associates located at 7-9 Main Street, Sidney will be holding their Grand Opening today from 2:00 to 8:00 pm with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 3:00 PM. CEO Serafino Maiorano will give a complimentary seminar at 6:00 pm; reservations are requested at 516-359-4907.
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WCDO News — Monday 5-16-16
Supporters came from all over to show their support for the residents of Islamberg in the town of Tompkins, as a group of Bikers known as the "American Bikers United Against Jihad" planned a rally, against the Muslim group who have been targeted in certain media as being a terrorist training ground. Julia Reischel of the Watershed Post was at yesterday's rally; she told WCDO News that the rally was a lot smaller than expected:
(Julia Reischel 5-16-16)
Reischel said that state Troopers & Delaware County Sheriff’s deputies were on hand to insure the safety of the community & the supporters. Islamberg had also been targeted by Robert Doggart of Tennessee, who vowed to get a militia together to burn down the community and kill the residents; he was arrested earlier this year by the FBI for making terrorist threats.
Tomorrow is school budget vote day across the state. Locally, 2 area school districts managed to lower the tax levy slightly; they were the Milford & Afton School Districts. School that have the tax levy unchanged from last year are Walton, Delhi, Charlotte VALLEY, Deposit, Oxford Academy, Laurens, Gilbertsville Mount Upton, & Morris. Slight increases in the tax levy were in Unatego, Bainbridge Guilford, Oneonta, increases of 1% or more are proposed in the Unadilla VALLEY & Norwich Districts, 2% or more were proposed in Sidney, Greene & Franklin and more than 3% increases were proposed in Harpursville & Windsor. State officials said that the tax cap for the tri-county region was tabulated at roughly 1%.
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Voting for the BG school district residents on the Budget & for the School Board seats will be held in the Bainbridge & Guilford town Halls this year. Voting will be from 12:00 Noon until 9:00 PM.
Johnson City Police Patrolman Lou Cioci was presented the Congressional Medal of Valor by President Barack Obama this morning at the White House. Cioci was recognized for his actions on March 31st 2014, after fellow Johnson City Police Officer David Smith was shot and killed on Harrison Street, as Patrolman Cioci arrived, he opened fire on the gunman, hitting him several times, The injured gunman tackled Cioci, attempting to grab his service weapon, Cioci shot the man twice more during the confrontation, ending the attack.
State Police arrested 47-year-old Albert Hughes of the town of Maryland for Aggravated DWI with a B.A.C. result of .23%, plus other traffic tickets. The arrest occurred after troopers responded to an Otsego County 911 report of a one-vehicle property damage accident on State route 7 in the Town of Oneonta. Hughes drove into a guide rail and caused damage, he was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Oneonta on May 24th.
Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested 40-year-old Ian Lyle of Unadilla on one count of DWI following an investigation of a one-car motor vehicle accident in the Town of Sidney. Lyle was additionally charged with making an unsafe lane change and was released on tickets returnable to Sidney Town Court at a later date.
Governor Cuomo today announced $20 million in federal funding to support the State's efforts to get unemployed New Yorkers back to work. The grant is the largest awarded to any state and exceeds last year’s total of $18 million. The southern tier will receive $818,516 in federal support.
Governor Cuomo announced that he is advancing legislation to end the HIV/AIDS epidemic in New York State. The legislation would Increase the number of individuals who will be linked to and remain in care by allowing HIV-related information to be shared with care managers. It would Streamline HIV testing efforts and extends the upper age limit of the beyond the current age of 64. It would Make clear that minors have the right to obtain life-saving HIV treatment and preventive services without parental consent & it would Expand the opportunities for STD screening and access to post exposure prophylaxis to prevent infection.
Congressman Chris Gibson announced the passage of 18 bills aimed at combating heroin and opioid abuse. The Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act would improve the use of opioid therapy and pain management in treating veterans; amends federal law to impose penalties for extraterritorial drug trafficking and production of precursor chemicals used for illegal drugs; clarifies when a prescription for a drug like oxycodone may be partially filled; & amends the Controlled Substances Act to expand access to medication-assisted treatment for people suffering from addiction.
Oneonta City Officials announced that crews will be milling & paving Water Street & Chestnut Street Extension today & tomorrow. There will be no on street parking, all vehicles must be removed by 6:00 AM, and remaining vehicles will be towed away. More information is available at 432-6465.
Firefighters responded on at about 1:30 Sunday afternoon to a Structure Fire on Dunk Hill Road in Walton. Walton Firefighters received aid from Franklin, Delhi, Trout Creek, Bovina & Otego. Walton Fire fighters reported that the Fire was Called in by an alarm company, as a small fire in the wall of the building on the 2nd floor, the fire spread to the roof. The fire was under control at about 6:00 PM, no injuries were reported. Walton Firefighters were called back to the site at about 11:30 this morning for the report of a rekindle.
(Julia Reischel 5-16-16)
Reischel said that state Troopers & Delaware County Sheriff’s deputies were on hand to insure the safety of the community & the supporters. Islamberg had also been targeted by Robert Doggart of Tennessee, who vowed to get a militia together to burn down the community and kill the residents; he was arrested earlier this year by the FBI for making terrorist threats.
Tomorrow is school budget vote day across the state. Locally, 2 area school districts managed to lower the tax levy slightly; they were the Milford & Afton School Districts. School that have the tax levy unchanged from last year are Walton, Delhi, Charlotte VALLEY, Deposit, Oxford Academy, Laurens, Gilbertsville Mount Upton, & Morris. Slight increases in the tax levy were in Unatego, Bainbridge Guilford, Oneonta, increases of 1% or more are proposed in the Unadilla VALLEY & Norwich Districts, 2% or more were proposed in Sidney, Greene & Franklin and more than 3% increases were proposed in Harpursville & Windsor. State officials said that the tax cap for the tri-county region was tabulated at roughly 1%.
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Voting for the BG school district residents on the Budget & for the School Board seats will be held in the Bainbridge & Guilford town Halls this year. Voting will be from 12:00 Noon until 9:00 PM.
Johnson City Police Patrolman Lou Cioci was presented the Congressional Medal of Valor by President Barack Obama this morning at the White House. Cioci was recognized for his actions on March 31st 2014, after fellow Johnson City Police Officer David Smith was shot and killed on Harrison Street, as Patrolman Cioci arrived, he opened fire on the gunman, hitting him several times, The injured gunman tackled Cioci, attempting to grab his service weapon, Cioci shot the man twice more during the confrontation, ending the attack.
State Police arrested 47-year-old Albert Hughes of the town of Maryland for Aggravated DWI with a B.A.C. result of .23%, plus other traffic tickets. The arrest occurred after troopers responded to an Otsego County 911 report of a one-vehicle property damage accident on State route 7 in the Town of Oneonta. Hughes drove into a guide rail and caused damage, he was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Oneonta on May 24th.
Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested 40-year-old Ian Lyle of Unadilla on one count of DWI following an investigation of a one-car motor vehicle accident in the Town of Sidney. Lyle was additionally charged with making an unsafe lane change and was released on tickets returnable to Sidney Town Court at a later date.
Governor Cuomo today announced $20 million in federal funding to support the State's efforts to get unemployed New Yorkers back to work. The grant is the largest awarded to any state and exceeds last year’s total of $18 million. The southern tier will receive $818,516 in federal support.
Governor Cuomo announced that he is advancing legislation to end the HIV/AIDS epidemic in New York State. The legislation would Increase the number of individuals who will be linked to and remain in care by allowing HIV-related information to be shared with care managers. It would Streamline HIV testing efforts and extends the upper age limit of the beyond the current age of 64. It would Make clear that minors have the right to obtain life-saving HIV treatment and preventive services without parental consent & it would Expand the opportunities for STD screening and access to post exposure prophylaxis to prevent infection.
Congressman Chris Gibson announced the passage of 18 bills aimed at combating heroin and opioid abuse. The Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act would improve the use of opioid therapy and pain management in treating veterans; amends federal law to impose penalties for extraterritorial drug trafficking and production of precursor chemicals used for illegal drugs; clarifies when a prescription for a drug like oxycodone may be partially filled; & amends the Controlled Substances Act to expand access to medication-assisted treatment for people suffering from addiction.
Oneonta City Officials announced that crews will be milling & paving Water Street & Chestnut Street Extension today & tomorrow. There will be no on street parking, all vehicles must be removed by 6:00 AM, and remaining vehicles will be towed away. More information is available at 432-6465.
Firefighters responded on at about 1:30 Sunday afternoon to a Structure Fire on Dunk Hill Road in Walton. Walton Firefighters received aid from Franklin, Delhi, Trout Creek, Bovina & Otego. Walton Fire fighters reported that the Fire was Called in by an alarm company, as a small fire in the wall of the building on the 2nd floor, the fire spread to the roof. The fire was under control at about 6:00 PM, no injuries were reported. Walton Firefighters were called back to the site at about 11:30 this morning for the report of a rekindle.
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WCDO News — Friday 11-27-15
State Police responded to an Otsego County 911 report of a 2 vehicle accident on State Route 166 in the Town of Roseboom. 35 year old Lillian Fuller of Roseboom attempted a U-turn & struck a Nissan driven by 52 year old Ray Coco of Mayfield, The Nissan struck a mailbox then came to rest as in a ditch. Fuller was transported to Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown with a possible fractured foot and back pain, Coco was transported to Bassett Hospital with fractured ribs and a fractured back, His passenger 62 year old William Hayes of Gloversville, was transported to Bassett Hospital where he was pronounced dead. Alcohol and drugs where not a factor in this accident. The investigation is ongoing.
Saturday is Small Business Saturday, where people are encouraged to Christmas shop with their local merchants. Commerce Chenango President Steve Craig explains:
(Steve Craig 11-27-15)
Commerce Chenango is also inviting the community to stop by their offices at 15 South Broad Street in Norwich, as they celebrate 1 year in that location with an open house from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM Saturday.
The Village of Oxford will meet in Lafayette Park for the annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, Sunday, at 5:00 PM. Plans call for lights, music, roasted chestnuts, caroling, and refreshments, highlighted by the lighting of the 12-foot evergreen tree.
An anti-Muslim activist from Arizona who may be armed and headed for the Muslims of America community known as Islamberg, in the town of Hancock. The FBI has issued a warning to area law enforcement agencies that Jon Ritzheimer could be headed to Hancock, according to a report in today’s “New York Daily News”. Ritzheimer posted a threatening video online last week after he learned of he was referred to as an American Terrorist in “The Islamic Post”. Former Tennessee Congressional Candidate Robert Doggart targeted Islamberg for an attack earlier this year; the FBI stopped him, he is under house arrest.
State police has arrested an Oneonta man on two felonies counts. 57-year-old Richard Lindsley was charged Wednesday morning with menacing a police officer and criminal possession of a weapon, a loaded firearm, said troopers who were responding to a domestic dispute. He will face court action at a later date.
A Town of Guilford resident was arrested by the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office for Harassment, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Criminal Mischief, Resisting Arrest, and Unlawful Possession of Marihuana. Deputies & State Troopers arrested 21-year-old Gaven Nicholoff following a Domestic Disturbance in the Town of Guilford; Nicholoff is accused of damaging items in a residence and preventing the victim from calling 911. Nicholoff tried to flee the residence and resisted arrest, he was placed into custody and found in possession on his person to have drug paraphernalia, he was arraigned in the Town of Oxford court and is being held on $500 cash bail.
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested a Town of Sherburne man for driving while intoxicated following a traffic stop in the Town of North Norwich. Deputies stopped a vehicle on State Hwy 12 in North Norwich operated by Matthew Quinn. Quinn was found to be operating the motor vehicle with more than a .18% BAC, he was arrested without incident and processed before being released on appearance tickets to family members. Quinn has a later date in the Town of North Norwich Court.
The Sidney chamber of commerce announces that the holiday Business After Hours program will be held on December 15th, at SFCU at 42 Union Street in Sidney. RSVP's are requested by Tuesday December 1st at 561-2642.
The Bainbridge Chamber Of Commerce has a variety of scheduled events for Saturday,. Small business Saturday will be celebrated with a "Vendors without Store fronts” event at the town hall from 9:00 to 1:00, 5 new businesses will be highlighted for the New Business Meet & Greet & the Christmas trees lighting will be held at 4:30 for the trees on Main Street.
Saturday is Small Business Saturday, where people are encouraged to Christmas shop with their local merchants. Commerce Chenango President Steve Craig explains:
(Steve Craig 11-27-15)
Commerce Chenango is also inviting the community to stop by their offices at 15 South Broad Street in Norwich, as they celebrate 1 year in that location with an open house from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM Saturday.
The Village of Oxford will meet in Lafayette Park for the annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, Sunday, at 5:00 PM. Plans call for lights, music, roasted chestnuts, caroling, and refreshments, highlighted by the lighting of the 12-foot evergreen tree.
An anti-Muslim activist from Arizona who may be armed and headed for the Muslims of America community known as Islamberg, in the town of Hancock. The FBI has issued a warning to area law enforcement agencies that Jon Ritzheimer could be headed to Hancock, according to a report in today’s “New York Daily News”. Ritzheimer posted a threatening video online last week after he learned of he was referred to as an American Terrorist in “The Islamic Post”. Former Tennessee Congressional Candidate Robert Doggart targeted Islamberg for an attack earlier this year; the FBI stopped him, he is under house arrest.
State police has arrested an Oneonta man on two felonies counts. 57-year-old Richard Lindsley was charged Wednesday morning with menacing a police officer and criminal possession of a weapon, a loaded firearm, said troopers who were responding to a domestic dispute. He will face court action at a later date.
A Town of Guilford resident was arrested by the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office for Harassment, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Criminal Mischief, Resisting Arrest, and Unlawful Possession of Marihuana. Deputies & State Troopers arrested 21-year-old Gaven Nicholoff following a Domestic Disturbance in the Town of Guilford; Nicholoff is accused of damaging items in a residence and preventing the victim from calling 911. Nicholoff tried to flee the residence and resisted arrest, he was placed into custody and found in possession on his person to have drug paraphernalia, he was arraigned in the Town of Oxford court and is being held on $500 cash bail.
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested a Town of Sherburne man for driving while intoxicated following a traffic stop in the Town of North Norwich. Deputies stopped a vehicle on State Hwy 12 in North Norwich operated by Matthew Quinn. Quinn was found to be operating the motor vehicle with more than a .18% BAC, he was arrested without incident and processed before being released on appearance tickets to family members. Quinn has a later date in the Town of North Norwich Court.
The Sidney chamber of commerce announces that the holiday Business After Hours program will be held on December 15th, at SFCU at 42 Union Street in Sidney. RSVP's are requested by Tuesday December 1st at 561-2642.
The Bainbridge Chamber Of Commerce has a variety of scheduled events for Saturday,. Small business Saturday will be celebrated with a "Vendors without Store fronts” event at the town hall from 9:00 to 1:00, 5 new businesses will be highlighted for the New Business Meet & Greet & the Christmas trees lighting will be held at 4:30 for the trees on Main Street.
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