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WCDO News — Tuesday 5-6-25
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-6-25
Some severe weather and flash flooding could be an issue locally over the next few hours, Meteorologist Rich Townsend comments:
(Townsend 5-6-25)
We'll have our complete tri county forecast at the end of this news cast.
Whitney Bachanas appeared in Otsego County Court & pleaded guilty to Aggravated Cruelty to Animals, she was charged after law enforcement found a dog, a turkey, a chicken & a quail dead on her property in Milford, she pleaded guilty in a plea bargain arrangement, she will be sentenced in June to 100 days of house arrest with an electronic monitor. She will be prohibited from owning or possessing animals and will likely face fines.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 19 year old Johnny Mackinsdixon and 24 year old Bless King of Brooklyn, On April 27th, Colchester Police attempted a traffic stop, the vehicle fled the scene, but the operator was unable to maintain control of the vehicle, striking the curb, sidewalk and retaining wall of the bridge. Both the driver and passenger fled the accident scene on foot & were apprehended. The vehicle had been reported stolen out of Brooklyn NY on April 26, it had stolen Washington State License plates. Mackinsdixon was charged with Obstruction of Governmental Administration, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle and leaving the scene of a personal injury accident, speeding, as well as several other lesser charges, King was charged with Obstructing Governmental Administration. Both were turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility where they were remanded on $10,000 cash Bail.
Rite Aid Announced today that they are filing for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy protection, they plan to close and /or sell the remaining 179 stores in New York State. Officials blamed the bad economy, tariffs and over $1,000,000 in liabilities as the reason for the closings, layoffs had already begun at numerous locations. Locally, Rite Aid operates a store on Chestnut Street in Oneonta.
United Parcel Service will reportedly cut nearly 20,000 jobs by the end of this year in addition to closing close to 40% of their locations nationwide. The company laid off about 12,000 employees in 2024, due to a drop in both international and domestic shipping volume.
A.M. NEWS Tuesday 5-6-25
The Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested several people on a variety of charges following a Burglary in progress report at a residence in the town of Pittsfield Sunday. Arrested were 24 year old Autumn Knapp of Morris, 50 year old Richard Suarez of Morris, 49 year old Travis Wilson of Pittsfield, and 41 year old Danielle Bemis of Pittsfield. It was reported that 4 subjects were inside of a house actively removing property, A Sheriff’s Office sergeant arrived on scene and located the defendants, additional deputies arrived on scene, the defendants were transported to the Otsego County Correctional Facility to await Centralized Arraignment. Travis Wilson and Danielle Bemis were remanded on $5,000 cash or $10,000 surety bond, Autumn Knapp was remanded on $15,000 cash or $30,000 surety bond, and Richard Suarez was remanded without bail. The investigation is on-going and additional charges are pending.
The Oneonta Common Council meeting will be held at the Oneonta High School this evening, they are expected to discuss the possible sale of the 27 Market Street, To Rehabilitation Support Services. The site formerly housed the Oneonta Sales Company, which was finally taken down after being abandoned for years, the city bought the property in 2020. Rehabilitation Support Services provides community-based mental health and substance abuse services, they propose to build a $25 million multi-story structure with residential and commercial space, with some housing units dedicated to RSS clients, a petition has been circulated denouncing the plan. The meeting begins at 6:00 PM tonight.
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 42 year old Justin Ingalls of Hartwick following a warrant investigation. Ingalls was located by Deputies attempting to enter the Otsego County Jail for the purpose of retrieving bail money, he was taken into custody on 6 active bench warrants issued by various courts within Otsego County, he was ordered to be held at the jail on $17,000 dollars cash bail.
Attorneys general from 17 states , including New York, are challenging an executive order President Trump signed, pausing approvals, permits and loans for all wind energy projects both onshore and offshore. The lawsuit claims that Trump doesn't have the authority to unilaterally shut down the permitting process, and he's jeopardizing development of a power source critical to the states’ economic vitality, energy mix, public health and climate goals, they are asking a federal judge to declare the order unlawful and stop federal agencies from implementing it.
Some severe weather and flash flooding could be an issue locally over the next few hours, Meteorologist Rich Townsend comments:
(Townsend 5-6-25)
We'll have our complete tri county forecast at the end of this news cast.
Whitney Bachanas appeared in Otsego County Court & pleaded guilty to Aggravated Cruelty to Animals, she was charged after law enforcement found a dog, a turkey, a chicken & a quail dead on her property in Milford, she pleaded guilty in a plea bargain arrangement, she will be sentenced in June to 100 days of house arrest with an electronic monitor. She will be prohibited from owning or possessing animals and will likely face fines.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 19 year old Johnny Mackinsdixon and 24 year old Bless King of Brooklyn, On April 27th, Colchester Police attempted a traffic stop, the vehicle fled the scene, but the operator was unable to maintain control of the vehicle, striking the curb, sidewalk and retaining wall of the bridge. Both the driver and passenger fled the accident scene on foot & were apprehended. The vehicle had been reported stolen out of Brooklyn NY on April 26, it had stolen Washington State License plates. Mackinsdixon was charged with Obstruction of Governmental Administration, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle and leaving the scene of a personal injury accident, speeding, as well as several other lesser charges, King was charged with Obstructing Governmental Administration. Both were turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility where they were remanded on $10,000 cash Bail.
Rite Aid Announced today that they are filing for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy protection, they plan to close and /or sell the remaining 179 stores in New York State. Officials blamed the bad economy, tariffs and over $1,000,000 in liabilities as the reason for the closings, layoffs had already begun at numerous locations. Locally, Rite Aid operates a store on Chestnut Street in Oneonta.
United Parcel Service will reportedly cut nearly 20,000 jobs by the end of this year in addition to closing close to 40% of their locations nationwide. The company laid off about 12,000 employees in 2024, due to a drop in both international and domestic shipping volume.
A.M. NEWS Tuesday 5-6-25
The Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested several people on a variety of charges following a Burglary in progress report at a residence in the town of Pittsfield Sunday. Arrested were 24 year old Autumn Knapp of Morris, 50 year old Richard Suarez of Morris, 49 year old Travis Wilson of Pittsfield, and 41 year old Danielle Bemis of Pittsfield. It was reported that 4 subjects were inside of a house actively removing property, A Sheriff’s Office sergeant arrived on scene and located the defendants, additional deputies arrived on scene, the defendants were transported to the Otsego County Correctional Facility to await Centralized Arraignment. Travis Wilson and Danielle Bemis were remanded on $5,000 cash or $10,000 surety bond, Autumn Knapp was remanded on $15,000 cash or $30,000 surety bond, and Richard Suarez was remanded without bail. The investigation is on-going and additional charges are pending.
The Oneonta Common Council meeting will be held at the Oneonta High School this evening, they are expected to discuss the possible sale of the 27 Market Street, To Rehabilitation Support Services. The site formerly housed the Oneonta Sales Company, which was finally taken down after being abandoned for years, the city bought the property in 2020. Rehabilitation Support Services provides community-based mental health and substance abuse services, they propose to build a $25 million multi-story structure with residential and commercial space, with some housing units dedicated to RSS clients, a petition has been circulated denouncing the plan. The meeting begins at 6:00 PM tonight.
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 42 year old Justin Ingalls of Hartwick following a warrant investigation. Ingalls was located by Deputies attempting to enter the Otsego County Jail for the purpose of retrieving bail money, he was taken into custody on 6 active bench warrants issued by various courts within Otsego County, he was ordered to be held at the jail on $17,000 dollars cash bail.
Attorneys general from 17 states , including New York, are challenging an executive order President Trump signed, pausing approvals, permits and loans for all wind energy projects both onshore and offshore. The lawsuit claims that Trump doesn't have the authority to unilaterally shut down the permitting process, and he's jeopardizing development of a power source critical to the states’ economic vitality, energy mix, public health and climate goals, they are asking a federal judge to declare the order unlawful and stop federal agencies from implementing it.
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WCDO News — Monday 9-18-23
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-18-23
71 year old Michael Murray of Sidney, pleaded guilty to multiple counts of possession of child pornography in U.S. District Court last week. Murray admitted that in October 2021, he possessed images and videos of child pornography on two cell phones and possessed images and videos of child pornography in two email accounts he controlled. Murray had a previous conviction in New York related to the production, possession and distribution of child pornography at the time of these federal offenses. Sentencing is scheduled for January 12, 2024, in Federal Court in Albany, he could face a term of 144 months in prison, a fine of up to $250,000 and a term of supervised release of at least 5 years to life, he will have to register as a sex offender upon his release from prison.
Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond was a guest at WCDO this morning, he talked about the upcoming Open House this Thursday at the Delaware County Sheriff's office in Delhi:
(Sheriff DuMond 9-18-23)
The Open House coincides with New York State Sheriff's Week, the Open House will run from 3:00 to 6:00 PM at the facility at Delview Terrace in Delhi.
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35 year old Aaron McIntyre of West Oneonta, following the investigation into a trespass complaint in Town of Milford. When the officer attempted to take the defendant into custody, he then resisted arrest, he was then found to be in possession of 2 different controlled substances. McIntyre was charged with Criminal Possession of a Control Substance, 2 Counts Resisting Arrest & Trespassing & was released on an appearance ticket and is scheduled to appear in the Town of Milford Court on a later date.
Local sales tax collections in New York state grew by 4% in August compared to the same month in 2022, according to a new report by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Collections totaled $1.78 billion, up $67.9 million compared to the same time last year, New York City had a mild increase of 1.2%, upstate counties saw a 5.6% increase in August
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting tomorrow in Bainbridge. Tuesday's meeting will be held @ 7:30 am at the back of Bob's Diner, chamber members are encouraged to attend.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office announced that a juvenile is facing 3rd degree Assault and Criminal Obstruction of Breathing, following an incident which occurred at the DCMO BOCES in the Town of Masonville. On September 7th, Deputies responded to the BOCES campus, a physical altercation had occurred where the victim was physically injured, and pressure had been applied to the victim’s throat. Deputies arrested and charged the Unadilla juvenile, The juvenile and the parents were issued juvenile appearance tickets and were directed to report to the Delaware County Probation Department at a later date to answer the charges.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-18-23
The Broome County Sheriff's office arrested 29 year old Dustin Smith of Endicott, after methamphetamine and fentanyl were found during the intake process at the Broome County Correctional Facility. Smith was brought to Central Arraignment at the Broome County Correctional Facility on Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance charges, a routine search uncovered 3 bags containing Methamphetamine & fentanyl. Smith was charged with 2 Counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance, & 3 Counts of Promoting Prison Contraband, he was arraigned in the Town of Dickinson Court & he remains at the Broome County Correctional Facility.
State Police responded to an incident involving a motorcycle and a riding lawnmower at Hawleyton Road, in the town of Binghamton. 74 year old Danny Shepard of Binghamton was operating a riding lawnmower in the area of the roadway and front yard of his residence, 28 year old Justin Tarbox of Binghamton, was operating a motorcycle on Hawleyton Road, they collided & Shepard was pronounced dead at the scene. Tarbox was transported to Wilson Hospital, The incident remains under investigation.
70 year old Rudolph Pacheco of Staten Island was arraigned on a sealed indictment in Delaware County Court on September 15. The Delaware County Grand Jury handed up a 9 Count Indictment accusing him of Vehicular Manslaughter, Aggravated Vehicular Homicide, Assault, Aggravated DWI, Reckless Driving, and Leaving the Scene of a Personal Injury Crash that resulted in death. Pacheco is accused of operating a motor vehicle on August 2, in the Town of Middletown, with a BAC greater than .18, he struck 2 elderly pedestrians, Pacheco fled the scene until he was stopped 12 miles away. One of the pedestrians was pronounced dead at the scene, and the second one was transported to the Emergency Room to receive treatment for non-life threatening injuries. Pacheco was ordered held on $50,000 cash bail, $250,000.00 secured bond, and $500,000.00 partially secured bond, a conference is scheduled for October 10, at 1:00 P.M.
New York State Police will be hosting FREE car seat safety check events every day this week from 4:00 pm. - 7:00 pm. at Troop C Headquarters in Sidney. Certified Passenger Safety Technicians will install, inspect and/or check your child car seats for free.
71 year old Michael Murray of Sidney, pleaded guilty to multiple counts of possession of child pornography in U.S. District Court last week. Murray admitted that in October 2021, he possessed images and videos of child pornography on two cell phones and possessed images and videos of child pornography in two email accounts he controlled. Murray had a previous conviction in New York related to the production, possession and distribution of child pornography at the time of these federal offenses. Sentencing is scheduled for January 12, 2024, in Federal Court in Albany, he could face a term of 144 months in prison, a fine of up to $250,000 and a term of supervised release of at least 5 years to life, he will have to register as a sex offender upon his release from prison.
Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond was a guest at WCDO this morning, he talked about the upcoming Open House this Thursday at the Delaware County Sheriff's office in Delhi:
(Sheriff DuMond 9-18-23)
The Open House coincides with New York State Sheriff's Week, the Open House will run from 3:00 to 6:00 PM at the facility at Delview Terrace in Delhi.
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35 year old Aaron McIntyre of West Oneonta, following the investigation into a trespass complaint in Town of Milford. When the officer attempted to take the defendant into custody, he then resisted arrest, he was then found to be in possession of 2 different controlled substances. McIntyre was charged with Criminal Possession of a Control Substance, 2 Counts Resisting Arrest & Trespassing & was released on an appearance ticket and is scheduled to appear in the Town of Milford Court on a later date.
Local sales tax collections in New York state grew by 4% in August compared to the same month in 2022, according to a new report by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Collections totaled $1.78 billion, up $67.9 million compared to the same time last year, New York City had a mild increase of 1.2%, upstate counties saw a 5.6% increase in August
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting tomorrow in Bainbridge. Tuesday's meeting will be held @ 7:30 am at the back of Bob's Diner, chamber members are encouraged to attend.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office announced that a juvenile is facing 3rd degree Assault and Criminal Obstruction of Breathing, following an incident which occurred at the DCMO BOCES in the Town of Masonville. On September 7th, Deputies responded to the BOCES campus, a physical altercation had occurred where the victim was physically injured, and pressure had been applied to the victim’s throat. Deputies arrested and charged the Unadilla juvenile, The juvenile and the parents were issued juvenile appearance tickets and were directed to report to the Delaware County Probation Department at a later date to answer the charges.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-18-23
The Broome County Sheriff's office arrested 29 year old Dustin Smith of Endicott, after methamphetamine and fentanyl were found during the intake process at the Broome County Correctional Facility. Smith was brought to Central Arraignment at the Broome County Correctional Facility on Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance charges, a routine search uncovered 3 bags containing Methamphetamine & fentanyl. Smith was charged with 2 Counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance, & 3 Counts of Promoting Prison Contraband, he was arraigned in the Town of Dickinson Court & he remains at the Broome County Correctional Facility.
State Police responded to an incident involving a motorcycle and a riding lawnmower at Hawleyton Road, in the town of Binghamton. 74 year old Danny Shepard of Binghamton was operating a riding lawnmower in the area of the roadway and front yard of his residence, 28 year old Justin Tarbox of Binghamton, was operating a motorcycle on Hawleyton Road, they collided & Shepard was pronounced dead at the scene. Tarbox was transported to Wilson Hospital, The incident remains under investigation.
70 year old Rudolph Pacheco of Staten Island was arraigned on a sealed indictment in Delaware County Court on September 15. The Delaware County Grand Jury handed up a 9 Count Indictment accusing him of Vehicular Manslaughter, Aggravated Vehicular Homicide, Assault, Aggravated DWI, Reckless Driving, and Leaving the Scene of a Personal Injury Crash that resulted in death. Pacheco is accused of operating a motor vehicle on August 2, in the Town of Middletown, with a BAC greater than .18, he struck 2 elderly pedestrians, Pacheco fled the scene until he was stopped 12 miles away. One of the pedestrians was pronounced dead at the scene, and the second one was transported to the Emergency Room to receive treatment for non-life threatening injuries. Pacheco was ordered held on $50,000 cash bail, $250,000.00 secured bond, and $500,000.00 partially secured bond, a conference is scheduled for October 10, at 1:00 P.M.
New York State Police will be hosting FREE car seat safety check events every day this week from 4:00 pm. - 7:00 pm. at Troop C Headquarters in Sidney. Certified Passenger Safety Technicians will install, inspect and/or check your child car seats for free.
WCDO News — Monday 12-27-21
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 12-27-21
Governor Kathy Hochul is urging New Yorkers to get vaccinated & complete the entire series as quickly as possible, as the omicron variant spreads quickly & hospitalizations continue to increase:
(Governor Hochul 12-27-21)
The latest vaccine information is available at Vaccines.gov.
Now that the Christmas holiday is over, people will start removing their trees, decorations and getting rid of the wrapping paper from their gifts, Tyson Robb of Delaware County Solid Waste Management explains:
(Tyson Robb 12-27-21)
More information is available at co.delaware.ny.us/departments.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced $23 million in grants to help improve water quality across New York State while mitigating the effects of climate change. Locally, the Village of Sidney will receive $480,000 to install water meters equipped with advanced meter reading technology, the Village of Walton will get $30,000 to identify sources of inflow and infiltration, evaluate alternatives, and recommend improvements to the wastewater collection system.
Delaware County Department of Emergency Services has received a shipment of disposable masks from the State and starting today, they are being distributed to a variety of locations in the County. The masks can be found in Delhi at the Price Chopper & County Office Buildings, in Walton at the Big M & Delaware County Mental Health Facility, in Deposit at the Big M & DMV office & in Sidney at the Price Chopper, Great American and DMV. The masks will be free to anyone in the community and will be on a first come first serve basis.
New York’s ban on single-use Styrofoam food and beverage containers, as well as ‘packing peanuts,’ takes effect Saturday. The new law allows a civil penalty of up to $250 for the first offense, $500 for the second in the same calendar year, and $1000 for the third and subsequent violations in the same calendar year.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 12-27-21
State Police have identified the Trooper who fired his issued firearm Last Wednesday in Unadilla as Trooper Justin Miller, who has been a trooper since 2016. Trooper Miller responded on December 22 to a domestic dispute in Unadilla, he was confronted by Mark Beilby who was armed with a knife inside the home. Beilby did not comply with Trooper Miller’s repeated commands to drop the knife and advanced at the trooper, Trooper Miller discharged his firearm, striking Beilby, and then administered first aid, Beilby was first takn to AO Fox Hospital’s Tri-Town Campus in Sidney & then to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City, where he was pronounced deceased. The State Attorney General’s Office is investigating the incident.
The State Health Department tested over 650,000 people Friday & Saturday combined, with about 85,000 new positives, for a positivity rate of 14.1%. Patients Hospitalizations were close to 4900, patients in an ICU dropped slightly to 880, the number on ventilators went up by 6 to 501. The State reports over 60,700 deaths since the start of the pandemic. Vaccine Locations can be found at vaccines.gov.
The State Department of Health announced new guidance allowing healthcare workers and other essential workers who test positive for COVID-19 and are fully vaccinated to return to work sooner than previously allowed, in order to provide healthcare and other essential services. This decision follows new guidance from the CDC, after a surge of the Omicron variant. Workers can return if they have not had a fever for at least 72 hours without fever-reducing medication, have a resolution of symptoms & testing is not required.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 41 year old Brian Boore of Worcester following a traffic stop in the Town of Worcester. Boore was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance following a traffic stop on Main Street Worcester, Boore was a passenger in the vehicle and was found to be in possession of a small quantity of heroin and methamphetamine, he was an appearance ticket returnable to the Worcester Town Court at a later date.
The Village of Oxford has received $50,000 for tree planting from the DEC, the Village Tree Board will coordinate the planting of 175 street and park trees during the spring and fall of 2022 with guidance from the NYS DEC and a local certified tree expert. The grant was awarded in celebration of Arbor Day as part of a $1.18 million award to communities across the state to inventory, plant, and maintain public trees.
Governor Kathy Hochul is urging New Yorkers to get vaccinated & complete the entire series as quickly as possible, as the omicron variant spreads quickly & hospitalizations continue to increase:
(Governor Hochul 12-27-21)
The latest vaccine information is available at Vaccines.gov.
Now that the Christmas holiday is over, people will start removing their trees, decorations and getting rid of the wrapping paper from their gifts, Tyson Robb of Delaware County Solid Waste Management explains:
(Tyson Robb 12-27-21)
More information is available at co.delaware.ny.us/departments.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced $23 million in grants to help improve water quality across New York State while mitigating the effects of climate change. Locally, the Village of Sidney will receive $480,000 to install water meters equipped with advanced meter reading technology, the Village of Walton will get $30,000 to identify sources of inflow and infiltration, evaluate alternatives, and recommend improvements to the wastewater collection system.
Delaware County Department of Emergency Services has received a shipment of disposable masks from the State and starting today, they are being distributed to a variety of locations in the County. The masks can be found in Delhi at the Price Chopper & County Office Buildings, in Walton at the Big M & Delaware County Mental Health Facility, in Deposit at the Big M & DMV office & in Sidney at the Price Chopper, Great American and DMV. The masks will be free to anyone in the community and will be on a first come first serve basis.
New York’s ban on single-use Styrofoam food and beverage containers, as well as ‘packing peanuts,’ takes effect Saturday. The new law allows a civil penalty of up to $250 for the first offense, $500 for the second in the same calendar year, and $1000 for the third and subsequent violations in the same calendar year.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 12-27-21
State Police have identified the Trooper who fired his issued firearm Last Wednesday in Unadilla as Trooper Justin Miller, who has been a trooper since 2016. Trooper Miller responded on December 22 to a domestic dispute in Unadilla, he was confronted by Mark Beilby who was armed with a knife inside the home. Beilby did not comply with Trooper Miller’s repeated commands to drop the knife and advanced at the trooper, Trooper Miller discharged his firearm, striking Beilby, and then administered first aid, Beilby was first takn to AO Fox Hospital’s Tri-Town Campus in Sidney & then to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City, where he was pronounced deceased. The State Attorney General’s Office is investigating the incident.
The State Health Department tested over 650,000 people Friday & Saturday combined, with about 85,000 new positives, for a positivity rate of 14.1%. Patients Hospitalizations were close to 4900, patients in an ICU dropped slightly to 880, the number on ventilators went up by 6 to 501. The State reports over 60,700 deaths since the start of the pandemic. Vaccine Locations can be found at vaccines.gov.
The State Department of Health announced new guidance allowing healthcare workers and other essential workers who test positive for COVID-19 and are fully vaccinated to return to work sooner than previously allowed, in order to provide healthcare and other essential services. This decision follows new guidance from the CDC, after a surge of the Omicron variant. Workers can return if they have not had a fever for at least 72 hours without fever-reducing medication, have a resolution of symptoms & testing is not required.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 41 year old Brian Boore of Worcester following a traffic stop in the Town of Worcester. Boore was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance following a traffic stop on Main Street Worcester, Boore was a passenger in the vehicle and was found to be in possession of a small quantity of heroin and methamphetamine, he was an appearance ticket returnable to the Worcester Town Court at a later date.
The Village of Oxford has received $50,000 for tree planting from the DEC, the Village Tree Board will coordinate the planting of 175 street and park trees during the spring and fall of 2022 with guidance from the NYS DEC and a local certified tree expert. The grant was awarded in celebration of Arbor Day as part of a $1.18 million award to communities across the state to inventory, plant, and maintain public trees.
WCDO News — Monday 11-22-21
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-22-21
The Greater Binghamton Sport Complex on Airport Road in the Town of Maine had its roof collapse Sunday, for the 2nd time in less than a year. The roof collapsed last December after snowfall, the structure was replaced and the roof collapsed during construction Sunday Afternoon. No injuries were reported & the investigation into the latest collapse is ongoing.
Binghamton Rumble Ponies announced a 23-year lease extension at Mirabito Stadium early Thursday morning; they also announced that John Hughes & his Evans Street Baseball group have sold the Binghamton Rumble Ponies to Southpaw Resources LLC, led by David Sobotka. Binghamton Rumble Ponies Spokesman JB Bayne told WCDO news what the 23 year agreement & new ownership is all about:
(JB Bayne 11-22-21)
Bayne said that $3.1Million Dollars has been allocated to bring the facility into compliance with MLB's new Facility Standards, and the new lease carries into the year 2045. Hughes, has owned the Binghamton Rumble ponies for the last 6 years.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced the distribution of 3,200 Turkeys statewide, for New Yorkers facing food insecurity issues on Thanksgiving. Various corporations donated over $100,000 dollars to the turkey distribution program, the turkeys will be distributed throughout every region of the State thanks to the donations and a partnership with Feeding New York State.
13 new candidates will be appearing on the 2022 National Baseball Hall of Fame ballot that is being mailed this week to approximately 400 voting members of the Baseball Writers’ Association of America. Among the players now eligible; Alex Rodríguez, Justin Morneau, Ryan Howard and Jimmy Rollins; pitchers Tim Lincecum and Jake Peavy; and DH-first baseman David Ortiz will join 17 holdovers from the 2021 balloting, which failed to produce a new Hall of Famer. Candidates must be named on 75% of ballots cast by selected Baseball Writers of America members, Induction Weekend will be July 22nd to the 25th in Cooperstown, Voting Results to be Announced at 6 p.m. ET Jan. 25 Live on MLB Network.
The State Assembly released their report regarding their impeachment investigation into former Governor Andrew Cuomo. The legislative investigation found overwhelming evidence that Cuomo engaged in sexual harassment many times and ordered state workers to help produce his book on the COVID-19 pandemic during their normal work hours. The former governor was guaranteed at least $5.2 million in personal profit for the book, the investigation into whether the Governor will have to return that money is ongoing.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-22-21
Broome County DA Michael Korchak announced that a jury in Broome County Court found Scott Mawhiney guilty Friday for the attempted murder of New York State Trooper Ryan Thorp in Deposit. Mawhiney was also found guilty of and aggravated assault of a police officer, criminal possession of a weapon, and 2nd-degree harassment. Trooper Thorp was shot by Mawhiney, when he was responding June 23rd to a domestic dispute in Deposit, Mawhiney faces sentencing at a later date.
Delaware County Board of Elections announced that Eric Wilson won the town of Sidney Supervisor write in race, with 313 votes, to 191 for Kevin Greene; there were 22 votes for various other write in candidates.
Delaware County Public Health reported 2 more COVID 19 deaths in their report covering Thursday & Friday; they are now up to 71 deaths since the pandemic began. Delaware County reported 59 new cases, 219 active cases and 386 quarantined, 10 are hospitalized, their positivity rate was 10.4%, and only 53% are fully vaccinated.
State Police responded to a report of a vehicle into a pond in the town of Laurens. An investigation revealed that a 56-year-old male of Hopewell Junction, NY swerved in an attempt to avoid a deer. He went off the roadway and into a pond. The man was not injured. The New York State Police Underwater Recovery Team responded to assist in removing the Dodge Challenger out of the pond. State Police remind motorists that if a deer enters the roadway brake firmly and calmly and stay in your lane. Swerving can cause you to lose control of the vehicle. If you do hit a deer, pull off to the side of the road as soon as it’s safe to do so. Turn on your hazard lights, stay in the car & Call local police.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to the Town of Walton October 29th, on a report of a domestic dispute, where it was alleged that 39 year old Martin Planty had stolen another person’s vehicle & threatened to cause another person bodily harm. Planty left the scene and an arrest warrant was issued by the Town of Walton Court. On November 16th, Deputies conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle operated by Planty in the Town of Davenport, Panty’s driving privileges were suspended due a failure to answer a summons, and he was arrested for Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle, Aggravated Harassment, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle and Speeding. Planty was arraigned & was released on his own recognizance; he is scheduled to appear at Walton & Davenport Courts at later dates.
The Greater Binghamton Sport Complex on Airport Road in the Town of Maine had its roof collapse Sunday, for the 2nd time in less than a year. The roof collapsed last December after snowfall, the structure was replaced and the roof collapsed during construction Sunday Afternoon. No injuries were reported & the investigation into the latest collapse is ongoing.
Binghamton Rumble Ponies announced a 23-year lease extension at Mirabito Stadium early Thursday morning; they also announced that John Hughes & his Evans Street Baseball group have sold the Binghamton Rumble Ponies to Southpaw Resources LLC, led by David Sobotka. Binghamton Rumble Ponies Spokesman JB Bayne told WCDO news what the 23 year agreement & new ownership is all about:
(JB Bayne 11-22-21)
Bayne said that $3.1Million Dollars has been allocated to bring the facility into compliance with MLB's new Facility Standards, and the new lease carries into the year 2045. Hughes, has owned the Binghamton Rumble ponies for the last 6 years.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced the distribution of 3,200 Turkeys statewide, for New Yorkers facing food insecurity issues on Thanksgiving. Various corporations donated over $100,000 dollars to the turkey distribution program, the turkeys will be distributed throughout every region of the State thanks to the donations and a partnership with Feeding New York State.
13 new candidates will be appearing on the 2022 National Baseball Hall of Fame ballot that is being mailed this week to approximately 400 voting members of the Baseball Writers’ Association of America. Among the players now eligible; Alex Rodríguez, Justin Morneau, Ryan Howard and Jimmy Rollins; pitchers Tim Lincecum and Jake Peavy; and DH-first baseman David Ortiz will join 17 holdovers from the 2021 balloting, which failed to produce a new Hall of Famer. Candidates must be named on 75% of ballots cast by selected Baseball Writers of America members, Induction Weekend will be July 22nd to the 25th in Cooperstown, Voting Results to be Announced at 6 p.m. ET Jan. 25 Live on MLB Network.
The State Assembly released their report regarding their impeachment investigation into former Governor Andrew Cuomo. The legislative investigation found overwhelming evidence that Cuomo engaged in sexual harassment many times and ordered state workers to help produce his book on the COVID-19 pandemic during their normal work hours. The former governor was guaranteed at least $5.2 million in personal profit for the book, the investigation into whether the Governor will have to return that money is ongoing.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-22-21
Broome County DA Michael Korchak announced that a jury in Broome County Court found Scott Mawhiney guilty Friday for the attempted murder of New York State Trooper Ryan Thorp in Deposit. Mawhiney was also found guilty of and aggravated assault of a police officer, criminal possession of a weapon, and 2nd-degree harassment. Trooper Thorp was shot by Mawhiney, when he was responding June 23rd to a domestic dispute in Deposit, Mawhiney faces sentencing at a later date.
Delaware County Board of Elections announced that Eric Wilson won the town of Sidney Supervisor write in race, with 313 votes, to 191 for Kevin Greene; there were 22 votes for various other write in candidates.
Delaware County Public Health reported 2 more COVID 19 deaths in their report covering Thursday & Friday; they are now up to 71 deaths since the pandemic began. Delaware County reported 59 new cases, 219 active cases and 386 quarantined, 10 are hospitalized, their positivity rate was 10.4%, and only 53% are fully vaccinated.
State Police responded to a report of a vehicle into a pond in the town of Laurens. An investigation revealed that a 56-year-old male of Hopewell Junction, NY swerved in an attempt to avoid a deer. He went off the roadway and into a pond. The man was not injured. The New York State Police Underwater Recovery Team responded to assist in removing the Dodge Challenger out of the pond. State Police remind motorists that if a deer enters the roadway brake firmly and calmly and stay in your lane. Swerving can cause you to lose control of the vehicle. If you do hit a deer, pull off to the side of the road as soon as it’s safe to do so. Turn on your hazard lights, stay in the car & Call local police.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to the Town of Walton October 29th, on a report of a domestic dispute, where it was alleged that 39 year old Martin Planty had stolen another person’s vehicle & threatened to cause another person bodily harm. Planty left the scene and an arrest warrant was issued by the Town of Walton Court. On November 16th, Deputies conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle operated by Planty in the Town of Davenport, Panty’s driving privileges were suspended due a failure to answer a summons, and he was arrested for Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle, Aggravated Harassment, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle and Speeding. Planty was arraigned & was released on his own recognizance; he is scheduled to appear at Walton & Davenport Courts at later dates.
BINGHAMTON RUMBLE PONIESBROOME COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY MICHAEL KORCHAKCooperstownDavenportDAVID SOBOTKADELAWARE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONSDelaware County Public HealthERIC WILSONGovernor CuomoGOVERNOR HOCHULGREATER BINGHAMTON SPORTS COMPLEXHOPEWELL JUNCTIONJB BAYNEJOHN HUGHESKEVIN GREENELAURENSMARTIN PLANTYNational Baseball Hall of FameNew YorkNYSidneyTROOPER RYAN THORPWaltonWCDO
WCDO News — Wednesday 5-26-21
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-26-21
Governor Cuomo today announced Grants to help small Businesses, struggling renters & their landlords emerge from the COVID 19 shutdowns:
(Cuomo 5-26-21)
Governor Cuomo also announced the 'Get a Shot to Make Your Future' incentive for 12- to 17-year-olds to get vaccinated for COVID-19, Participants can enter into a random prize drawing and potentially receive a full scholarship to a SUNY or CUNY college. Federal COVID-19 relief and outreach funds will be used to cover the cost of this vaccination incentive program.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand & others are calling on the United States Department of Agriculture to provide additional relief to New York dairy farmers that have taken a financial hit during the COVID-19 crisis. The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program or "CFAP" was created last year to provide direct relief to farmers and help keep them afloat as their clients closed down due to the pandemic, these payments were put on pause in January due to a 60 day regulatory review, when the review was over, and no payments to dairy farmers were announced:
(Gillibrand 5-26-31)
Gillibrand serves on the Senate Agriculture committee, she said that New York State is the 4th largest producer of milk, and the largest producer of yogurt, cottage cheese and sour cream, and that will not keep up if the Dairy farmers are assisted.
Sidney Police Department responded Tuesday to a suspicious person complaint on Cartwright Avenue. Officers found a person sleeping on a discarded couch on the sidewalk, it was learned that 50 year old Richard Chlebuch of Philadelphia Pennsylvania was wanted on an active arrest warrant from Pennsylvania for a probation violation and on another warrant out of New Jersey. Chlebuch was arrested as a fugitive from justice and was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Jail to await extradition to Pennsylvania.
Village of Sidney Police Department arrested 2 people following an investigation into the sale of heroin and methamphetamine in the Village of Sidney. Police arrested 22 year old Colin Stanton of Sidney & 42 year old Jessica Ambrose of Sidney for criminal sale of a controlled substance. Both subjects were arraigned in Sidney Village Court & were released on their own recognizance & were ordered to appear back in court at a later date.
The Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 2 parolees on drug charges, following a narcotics investigation at the Norwich Motor Lodge. Officers seized methamphetamines, heroin, and illegally possessed prescription medication. 24 year old Cheyenne Davenport was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia, she was wanted on a parole warrant & she was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility without bail. 30 year old Zackery England was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia, he was also wanted on an active warrant and he was remanded to the Chenango County correctional Facility without bail.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-26-21
The Broome County Sheriff's Office responded to a 2 vehicle accident that resulted in the death of 37-year-old Justin Chordas of Chenango Forks early Tuesday Morning. Chordas was entering State Route 79 in the town of Barker, from a driveway when he collided with a Pick-up truck, Chordas was found unconscious & was extricated from the vehicle & was taken to Wilson Hospital where he was pronounced dead. The unidentified driver of the truck suffered minor injuries & was taken to Wilson, the investigation into the crash is ongoing.
Delaware County Public Health nurses will be offering curbside single dose J&J vaccinations in front of the Public Health office at 99 Main Street in Delhi, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM every Wednesday beginning today, during the Delhi Farmer’s Market. All individuals 18 years of age and older that reside in the United States are eligible to be vaccinated, more information is available at 832-5200.
A bill sponsored in the State Senate by local Senator Peter Oberacker, unanimously passed both houses of the legislature this week. The new bill would amend the current law to allow air ambulances to administer transfusions while providing air transport services. The bill is headed to Governor Cuomo's desk for approval.
The State Department of Labor released preliminary unemployment rates for April, New York State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased from 8.4% in March to 8.2% in April 2021.
Governor Cuomo today announced Grants to help small Businesses, struggling renters & their landlords emerge from the COVID 19 shutdowns:
(Cuomo 5-26-21)
Governor Cuomo also announced the 'Get a Shot to Make Your Future' incentive for 12- to 17-year-olds to get vaccinated for COVID-19, Participants can enter into a random prize drawing and potentially receive a full scholarship to a SUNY or CUNY college. Federal COVID-19 relief and outreach funds will be used to cover the cost of this vaccination incentive program.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand & others are calling on the United States Department of Agriculture to provide additional relief to New York dairy farmers that have taken a financial hit during the COVID-19 crisis. The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program or "CFAP" was created last year to provide direct relief to farmers and help keep them afloat as their clients closed down due to the pandemic, these payments were put on pause in January due to a 60 day regulatory review, when the review was over, and no payments to dairy farmers were announced:
(Gillibrand 5-26-31)
Gillibrand serves on the Senate Agriculture committee, she said that New York State is the 4th largest producer of milk, and the largest producer of yogurt, cottage cheese and sour cream, and that will not keep up if the Dairy farmers are assisted.
Sidney Police Department responded Tuesday to a suspicious person complaint on Cartwright Avenue. Officers found a person sleeping on a discarded couch on the sidewalk, it was learned that 50 year old Richard Chlebuch of Philadelphia Pennsylvania was wanted on an active arrest warrant from Pennsylvania for a probation violation and on another warrant out of New Jersey. Chlebuch was arrested as a fugitive from justice and was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Jail to await extradition to Pennsylvania.
Village of Sidney Police Department arrested 2 people following an investigation into the sale of heroin and methamphetamine in the Village of Sidney. Police arrested 22 year old Colin Stanton of Sidney & 42 year old Jessica Ambrose of Sidney for criminal sale of a controlled substance. Both subjects were arraigned in Sidney Village Court & were released on their own recognizance & were ordered to appear back in court at a later date.
The Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 2 parolees on drug charges, following a narcotics investigation at the Norwich Motor Lodge. Officers seized methamphetamines, heroin, and illegally possessed prescription medication. 24 year old Cheyenne Davenport was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia, she was wanted on a parole warrant & she was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility without bail. 30 year old Zackery England was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia, he was also wanted on an active warrant and he was remanded to the Chenango County correctional Facility without bail.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-26-21
The Broome County Sheriff's Office responded to a 2 vehicle accident that resulted in the death of 37-year-old Justin Chordas of Chenango Forks early Tuesday Morning. Chordas was entering State Route 79 in the town of Barker, from a driveway when he collided with a Pick-up truck, Chordas was found unconscious & was extricated from the vehicle & was taken to Wilson Hospital where he was pronounced dead. The unidentified driver of the truck suffered minor injuries & was taken to Wilson, the investigation into the crash is ongoing.
Delaware County Public Health nurses will be offering curbside single dose J&J vaccinations in front of the Public Health office at 99 Main Street in Delhi, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM every Wednesday beginning today, during the Delhi Farmer’s Market. All individuals 18 years of age and older that reside in the United States are eligible to be vaccinated, more information is available at 832-5200.
A bill sponsored in the State Senate by local Senator Peter Oberacker, unanimously passed both houses of the legislature this week. The new bill would amend the current law to allow air ambulances to administer transfusions while providing air transport services. The bill is headed to Governor Cuomo's desk for approval.
The State Department of Labor released preliminary unemployment rates for April, New York State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased from 8.4% in March to 8.2% in April 2021.
WCDO News — Thursday 8-22-19
State Police responded to Town Brook Road at Red Rock Road
in the town of Stamford to a report of a propane truck in a ditch and on its
passenger side. An investigation
revealed that for an unknown reason, possibly medically related, 62 year old
Edward Walley of Delhi drove off the roadway, into a ditch and struck a utility
pole before rolling to its passenger side.
Walley was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. An autopsy is scheduled for later today, the
investigation is continuing.
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 2 people on a
variety of drug charges after a search warrant was executed in the town of
Worcester. Deputies arrested 30 year old
Jesse Wilson & 29 year old Samone Van Buren, they seized crack cocaine,
suboxone, marijuana, $2,000 in cash, drug paraphernalia, and Wilson and VanBuren were arraigned in
the Town of Worcester Court and sent to the Otsego County Jail on $25,000 cash
or $50,000 bond pending court action on September 3rd.
Former Cooperstown teacher Justin Hobbie pleaded guilty to 3
counts of sexual exploitation of a child.
Hobbie was accused of persuading girls under the age of 16 of sending
him explicit videos. Hobbie will be
sentenced in December he will likely serve jail time & will be required to
register as a sex offender.
Governor Cuomo signed legislation strengthening protections
for minors against felony sex offenders. The law prevents minors from being
placed in the custody of an individual who has been convicted of rape in the
first or second degree, sexual conduct against a child in the first degree or
predatory sexual assault against a child, it also prevents sex offenders from
having unsupervised visits with a person who has been convicted of a felony
sexual offense against the subject of the visitation order.
New York state farms generated $5.7 billion in revenue in
2017, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Tom
DiNapoli. New York has 33,400 farms,
employs more than 55,000, farmland covers 23% of the state's total land area, New York ranks second nationwide for the
production of apples and maple syrup, ranks third for grapes and eleventh for
beer. New York is the third largest
producer of wine, with its wineries producing nearly 32 million gallons in
2017. The full report is available at osc.state.ny.us.
Over $64,000 has been awarded to Nonprofits by the Community
Foundation for South Central New York, for Capital Projects, Programs and
Operating Support. Locally grants were
awarded to A.O. Fox Memorial Hospital Foundation, the Crime Victims Assistance
Program Chenango Child Advocacy Center & the Valleyview Elementary School
$984 for a kindergarten alternative seating program helping students with
special needs maintain focus in the classroom
The 5th Annual Binghamton
Porchfest will be held on Sunday at various locations around Binghamton's West
Side. 163 musical performances will take
place on 53 residential porches, stoops, and yards across the historic Abel
Bennett Tract. Performances are held
from 12:00 noon to 7:00 PM; more information is available at
binghamtonporchfest.com or at (845) 649-2912.
Governor Cuomo signed legislation allowing victims of
domestic violence to seek damages against individuals who fail to obey or
enforce an order of protection; expanding the eligibility for victim
compensation to victims of unlawful surveillance crimes who did not suffer a
physical injury and expanding the definition of "child victim" to
include children who witness a crime to ensure those children are eligible for
victim compensation and assistance.
A Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today at the Commerce
Chenango Offices in Norwich. The blood
drive will run from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, All blood types are needed. More
information is available at redcrossblood.org.
The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of
Education Meeting today in the District Conference Room at the Jr-Sr High
School at 6:30 PM. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.
in the town of Stamford to a report of a propane truck in a ditch and on its
passenger side. An investigation
revealed that for an unknown reason, possibly medically related, 62 year old
Edward Walley of Delhi drove off the roadway, into a ditch and struck a utility
pole before rolling to its passenger side.
Walley was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. An autopsy is scheduled for later today, the
investigation is continuing.
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 2 people on a
variety of drug charges after a search warrant was executed in the town of
Worcester. Deputies arrested 30 year old
Jesse Wilson & 29 year old Samone Van Buren, they seized crack cocaine,
suboxone, marijuana, $2,000 in cash, drug paraphernalia, and Wilson and VanBuren were arraigned in
the Town of Worcester Court and sent to the Otsego County Jail on $25,000 cash
or $50,000 bond pending court action on September 3rd.
Former Cooperstown teacher Justin Hobbie pleaded guilty to 3
counts of sexual exploitation of a child.
Hobbie was accused of persuading girls under the age of 16 of sending
him explicit videos. Hobbie will be
sentenced in December he will likely serve jail time & will be required to
register as a sex offender.
Governor Cuomo signed legislation strengthening protections
for minors against felony sex offenders. The law prevents minors from being
placed in the custody of an individual who has been convicted of rape in the
first or second degree, sexual conduct against a child in the first degree or
predatory sexual assault against a child, it also prevents sex offenders from
having unsupervised visits with a person who has been convicted of a felony
sexual offense against the subject of the visitation order.
New York state farms generated $5.7 billion in revenue in
2017, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Tom
DiNapoli. New York has 33,400 farms,
employs more than 55,000, farmland covers 23% of the state's total land area, New York ranks second nationwide for the
production of apples and maple syrup, ranks third for grapes and eleventh for
beer. New York is the third largest
producer of wine, with its wineries producing nearly 32 million gallons in
2017. The full report is available at osc.state.ny.us.
Over $64,000 has been awarded to Nonprofits by the Community
Foundation for South Central New York, for Capital Projects, Programs and
Operating Support. Locally grants were
awarded to A.O. Fox Memorial Hospital Foundation, the Crime Victims Assistance
Program Chenango Child Advocacy Center & the Valleyview Elementary School
$984 for a kindergarten alternative seating program helping students with
special needs maintain focus in the classroom
The 5th Annual Binghamton
Porchfest will be held on Sunday at various locations around Binghamton's West
Side. 163 musical performances will take
place on 53 residential porches, stoops, and yards across the historic Abel
Bennett Tract. Performances are held
from 12:00 noon to 7:00 PM; more information is available at
binghamtonporchfest.com or at (845) 649-2912.
Governor Cuomo signed legislation allowing victims of
domestic violence to seek damages against individuals who fail to obey or
enforce an order of protection; expanding the eligibility for victim
compensation to victims of unlawful surveillance crimes who did not suffer a
physical injury and expanding the definition of "child victim" to
include children who witness a crime to ensure those children are eligible for
victim compensation and assistance.
A Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today at the Commerce
Chenango Offices in Norwich. The blood
drive will run from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, All blood types are needed. More
information is available at redcrossblood.org.
The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of
Education Meeting today in the District Conference Room at the Jr-Sr High
School at 6:30 PM. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.
AO FOX HOSPITAL FOUNDATIONBAINBRIDGE GUILFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATIONBINGHAMTON PORCHFESTCHENANGO CHILD ADVOCACY CENTERCommerce ChenangoCommunity Foundation for South Central New YorkCOOPERSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICTCRIME VICTIMS ASSISTANCE PROGRAMDelhiGovernor CuomoJESSE WILSONJUSTIN HOBBIENew YorkRed CrossSAMONE VANBURENSTATE COMPTROLLER TOM DINAPOLIVALLEYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOLWCDOWORCESTER
WCDO News — Tuesday 10-30-18
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested a 17-year-old male juvenile, on 2 counts each of Forcible Touching & Endangering the Welfare of a Child, & 1 count each of Attempted Sexual Misconduct, and Sexual Misconduct. This arrest followed a complaint made by staff at DCMO BOCES Harrold Campus in Masonville, where the accused allegedly engaged in multiple sexual acts on different days, with multiple victims who were under the age of 17 on Campus. The male juvenile was arraigned in the Town of Masonville Court; he was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $5000 cash bail, or $10,000 in secured bonds.
51 year old Anna Santiago of Greene was found guilty by a Chenango County jury for arson Monday. Santiago was arrested after an investigation into a fire at 21 Chipmunk Lane in Greene on August 3rd, 2017, in order to cash in on her insurance policy. Santiago is being held in the Chenango County Jail, she faces sentencing on January 4th.
State Police arrested 34 year old Christina Carey of Kortright for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a reportable BAC of .26%. A trooper was dispatched to a one car property damage accident on State Highway 23 in Roxbury. The trooper discovered the vehicle partially in the roadway and that the vehicle struck a mailbox. Carey was still in the vehicle and after an investigation, she was arrested for DWI. She was released on appearance tickets to the town of Roxbury Court tomorrow.
The National Baseball Hall of fame & Museum in Cooperstown announced that Artifacts from 2018 World Series champion Boston Red Sox will be Unveiled today. Artifacts on display will include a Bat used by World Series MVP Steve Pearce, A jersey worn by David Price, Game-worn glasses used by Red Sox reliever Joe Kelly, a Cap and spikes worn by Red Sox pitcher Nathan Eovaldi & a Hoodie worn by Red Sox manager Alex Cora. More information is available at baseballhall.org.
A report of a barricaded subject with hostages resulted in no injuries and the arrest of 20-year-old Edgar Gonzalez-Francis of Worcester for Unlawful Imprisonment, Menacing and Criminal Possession of a Weapon. Troopers were dispatched Monday afternoon by Otsego County 911 to a report of a subject with a gun holding 2 people hostage at a residence on Main Street in Worcester, when troopers arrived, the hostages exited the front of the residence but Gonzalez-Francis remained inside allegedly armed with a shotgun. A perimeter was established and Worcester School was placed on lockdown. Gonzalez-Francis was located at a nearby location and taken into custody at about 5:00 PM, without incident. The shotgun was recovered near the residence and secured by troopers. Gonzalez-Francis was arraigned in the town of Worcester Court and remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $15,000 cash bail or $30,000 property bond.
State Police arrested 34 year old Justin Wilson of Colesville for Criminal Mischief, Menacing and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Wilson got in to a verbal argument with a victim, damaged a television and entertainment center and damaged a vehicle, in the presence of a 2 and 3 year-old. Wilson was arraigned at Broome County Central Arraignment and Processing and released on his own recognizance. An order of protection was issued to the victim.
State Police arrested 43 year old Tony Williamson of Coventry, for Assault, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing and Criminal Mischief. Troopers were dispatched to a domestic dispute at on Wrench Lane in Coventry. The victim accused Williamson of striking the victim in the face repeatedly, chocked the victim and disconnected all means to be able to call 911. Williamson was arrested and arraigned in the town of Afton Court where he was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $1,000 cash bail or $4,000 bond. An order of protection was issued to the victim.
The League of Women Voters announced that there will be another Gubernatorial Debate on Thursday November 1st at 6:00 PM. The debate will include the 5 candidates & will be held at the League Of Women Voters of New York State office at 62 Grand Street in Albany.
THE UNATEGO GIRLS SOCCER TEAM CAPTURED THE 2018 SECTION 4 CLASS-C CHAMPIONSHIP LAST NIGHT WITH A 2-1 VICTORY OVER TOP RANKED GROTON. MORGAN PERRY HAD THE GAME WINNING GOAL AND DANA STEPP SCORED THE OTHER GOAL FOR THE SPARTANS. LONG TIME UNATEGO COACH SUE HERODES SAID IT WAS A GREAT TEAM EFFORT TO CAPTURE THE PROGRAMS FIRST SECTIONAL TITLE SINCE 2012...
(Sue Herodes 10-30-18)
UNATEGO ADVANCES TO PLAY SECTION 3 CHAMPION LITTLE FALLS IN THE NEW YORK STATE TOURNAMENT THIS FRIDAY AT 7:30 PM AT HERKIMER COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
51 year old Anna Santiago of Greene was found guilty by a Chenango County jury for arson Monday. Santiago was arrested after an investigation into a fire at 21 Chipmunk Lane in Greene on August 3rd, 2017, in order to cash in on her insurance policy. Santiago is being held in the Chenango County Jail, she faces sentencing on January 4th.
State Police arrested 34 year old Christina Carey of Kortright for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a reportable BAC of .26%. A trooper was dispatched to a one car property damage accident on State Highway 23 in Roxbury. The trooper discovered the vehicle partially in the roadway and that the vehicle struck a mailbox. Carey was still in the vehicle and after an investigation, she was arrested for DWI. She was released on appearance tickets to the town of Roxbury Court tomorrow.
The National Baseball Hall of fame & Museum in Cooperstown announced that Artifacts from 2018 World Series champion Boston Red Sox will be Unveiled today. Artifacts on display will include a Bat used by World Series MVP Steve Pearce, A jersey worn by David Price, Game-worn glasses used by Red Sox reliever Joe Kelly, a Cap and spikes worn by Red Sox pitcher Nathan Eovaldi & a Hoodie worn by Red Sox manager Alex Cora. More information is available at baseballhall.org.
A report of a barricaded subject with hostages resulted in no injuries and the arrest of 20-year-old Edgar Gonzalez-Francis of Worcester for Unlawful Imprisonment, Menacing and Criminal Possession of a Weapon. Troopers were dispatched Monday afternoon by Otsego County 911 to a report of a subject with a gun holding 2 people hostage at a residence on Main Street in Worcester, when troopers arrived, the hostages exited the front of the residence but Gonzalez-Francis remained inside allegedly armed with a shotgun. A perimeter was established and Worcester School was placed on lockdown. Gonzalez-Francis was located at a nearby location and taken into custody at about 5:00 PM, without incident. The shotgun was recovered near the residence and secured by troopers. Gonzalez-Francis was arraigned in the town of Worcester Court and remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $15,000 cash bail or $30,000 property bond.
State Police arrested 34 year old Justin Wilson of Colesville for Criminal Mischief, Menacing and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Wilson got in to a verbal argument with a victim, damaged a television and entertainment center and damaged a vehicle, in the presence of a 2 and 3 year-old. Wilson was arraigned at Broome County Central Arraignment and Processing and released on his own recognizance. An order of protection was issued to the victim.
State Police arrested 43 year old Tony Williamson of Coventry, for Assault, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing and Criminal Mischief. Troopers were dispatched to a domestic dispute at on Wrench Lane in Coventry. The victim accused Williamson of striking the victim in the face repeatedly, chocked the victim and disconnected all means to be able to call 911. Williamson was arrested and arraigned in the town of Afton Court where he was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $1,000 cash bail or $4,000 bond. An order of protection was issued to the victim.
The League of Women Voters announced that there will be another Gubernatorial Debate on Thursday November 1st at 6:00 PM. The debate will include the 5 candidates & will be held at the League Of Women Voters of New York State office at 62 Grand Street in Albany.
THE UNATEGO GIRLS SOCCER TEAM CAPTURED THE 2018 SECTION 4 CLASS-C CHAMPIONSHIP LAST NIGHT WITH A 2-1 VICTORY OVER TOP RANKED GROTON. MORGAN PERRY HAD THE GAME WINNING GOAL AND DANA STEPP SCORED THE OTHER GOAL FOR THE SPARTANS. LONG TIME UNATEGO COACH SUE HERODES SAID IT WAS A GREAT TEAM EFFORT TO CAPTURE THE PROGRAMS FIRST SECTIONAL TITLE SINCE 2012...
(Sue Herodes 10-30-18)
UNATEGO ADVANCES TO PLAY SECTION 3 CHAMPION LITTLE FALLS IN THE NEW YORK STATE TOURNAMENT THIS FRIDAY AT 7:30 PM AT HERKIMER COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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WCDO News — Monday 3-20-17
The Broome County Sheriff's Office has confirmed that 7-year-old Connor Brown of Conklin has died. After he & his 8-year-old brother were playing outside and walked onto the ice. Connor fell through the ice, his mother & brother tried to rescue him & also fell through the ice. Neighbors pulled the mother and brother to safety, but Connor had been swept under the ice by the current. The boy’s body was located just north of where he fell into the river by a Conklin fireman, he was transported to Wilson Hospital, but efforts to revive him were unsuccessful. Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies are still investigating.
A Federal grand Jury handed up a 7-count indictment Friday against 28-year-old Justin Crandall & his wife, 27 year old Jessica Crandall of Sidney. The 2 are accused of numerous sexual exploitation charges against a 17-month-old female between November 2016 & February of this year. Police were alerted to the alleged crimes after a witness received an image from Justin Crandall depicting the toddler engaged in a sexual act; Jessica Crandall had been babysitting that child. Justin Crandall admitted to touching the child while on Methamphetamines, Jessica Crandall admitted that the abuse started in late last year. The couple could face up to 30 years in prison.
About 1000 New York state troopers and officers from other law enforcement agencies attended the funeral of Trooper Brian Falb in Plattsburgh this morning. Trooper Falb served in the state police for 18 years starting in 1998 died March 13th from complications from illnesses contracted while responding to the September 11th 2001 Terrorist attacks in New York City.
Tomorrow is National Agriculture Day; with proclamations form all levels of Government noting the importance of the farming industry. Chenango Farm Bureau President Bradd Vickers comments:
(Bradd Vickers 3-20-17)
Vickers noted that Agriculture is still the Number one industry locally, and for New York State.
The State Department of Taxation and Finance announced that it would extend the hours of its call center today, to assist small business taxpayers filing their sales tax returns before the midnight deadline tonight. Call center representatives will be available for an additional three hours, until 7:30 PM. The Tax Department expects 80,000 sales tax returns to be filed today & several thousand will likely be submitted within only a few hours of the midnight deadline. Taxpayers with questions can call 518-485-2889 for help in filing their returns. Officials said that many of the questions could be answered at tax.ny.gov.
State Police arrested 43-year-old Donald Hart of Bainbridge, for criminal Contempt & Harassment. Troopers were advised of a physical dispute in the Village of Greene, where Hart grabbed the victim by the arm, which violated a valid order of protection. Hart was arraigned in the Village of Greene Court and remanded to the Chenango County Jail in lieu of $ 2,500 cash bail or $5,000 property bond.
Governor Cuomo today announced that registration is now open for the sixth annual “I Love My Park” Day on May 6th at state parks, historic sites and public lands across the state. The event is an effort to enhance New York’s parks and historic sites and raise awareness and visibility to the entire parks system and its needs. This year’s event includes partnerships with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the National Park Service, with volunteer events planned at several locations in the Adirondack and Catskill regions and at 5 national parks in New York State.
Investigators yesterday arrested 38-year-old Jamal Abrams of Delhi, for violating a Temporary Order of Protection. Abrams is accused of contacting the victim of an alleged assault by telephone from the Delaware County Jail, on 14 different occasions this month, Abrams was charged with 14 counts of Criminal Contempt, he remains incarcerated on the previous Assault charges, he will be arraigned on the new charges in the Town of Delhi Court at a later date.
The State Attorney General Eric Schneidermann said that his office receives complaints from consumers about tax-related schemes, by scammers who are impersonating IRS officials and attempting to collect bogus tax debts, by phone calls or emails. The IRS and legitimate government agencies will never demand immediate payment or payment information over the phone. New Yorkers can report potential scams to the Attorney General's office at 1-800-771-7755. Scams or the U.S. Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration at 800-366-4484.
A Federal grand Jury handed up a 7-count indictment Friday against 28-year-old Justin Crandall & his wife, 27 year old Jessica Crandall of Sidney. The 2 are accused of numerous sexual exploitation charges against a 17-month-old female between November 2016 & February of this year. Police were alerted to the alleged crimes after a witness received an image from Justin Crandall depicting the toddler engaged in a sexual act; Jessica Crandall had been babysitting that child. Justin Crandall admitted to touching the child while on Methamphetamines, Jessica Crandall admitted that the abuse started in late last year. The couple could face up to 30 years in prison.
About 1000 New York state troopers and officers from other law enforcement agencies attended the funeral of Trooper Brian Falb in Plattsburgh this morning. Trooper Falb served in the state police for 18 years starting in 1998 died March 13th from complications from illnesses contracted while responding to the September 11th 2001 Terrorist attacks in New York City.
Tomorrow is National Agriculture Day; with proclamations form all levels of Government noting the importance of the farming industry. Chenango Farm Bureau President Bradd Vickers comments:
(Bradd Vickers 3-20-17)
Vickers noted that Agriculture is still the Number one industry locally, and for New York State.
The State Department of Taxation and Finance announced that it would extend the hours of its call center today, to assist small business taxpayers filing their sales tax returns before the midnight deadline tonight. Call center representatives will be available for an additional three hours, until 7:30 PM. The Tax Department expects 80,000 sales tax returns to be filed today & several thousand will likely be submitted within only a few hours of the midnight deadline. Taxpayers with questions can call 518-485-2889 for help in filing their returns. Officials said that many of the questions could be answered at tax.ny.gov.
State Police arrested 43-year-old Donald Hart of Bainbridge, for criminal Contempt & Harassment. Troopers were advised of a physical dispute in the Village of Greene, where Hart grabbed the victim by the arm, which violated a valid order of protection. Hart was arraigned in the Village of Greene Court and remanded to the Chenango County Jail in lieu of $ 2,500 cash bail or $5,000 property bond.
Governor Cuomo today announced that registration is now open for the sixth annual “I Love My Park” Day on May 6th at state parks, historic sites and public lands across the state. The event is an effort to enhance New York’s parks and historic sites and raise awareness and visibility to the entire parks system and its needs. This year’s event includes partnerships with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the National Park Service, with volunteer events planned at several locations in the Adirondack and Catskill regions and at 5 national parks in New York State.
Investigators yesterday arrested 38-year-old Jamal Abrams of Delhi, for violating a Temporary Order of Protection. Abrams is accused of contacting the victim of an alleged assault by telephone from the Delaware County Jail, on 14 different occasions this month, Abrams was charged with 14 counts of Criminal Contempt, he remains incarcerated on the previous Assault charges, he will be arraigned on the new charges in the Town of Delhi Court at a later date.
The State Attorney General Eric Schneidermann said that his office receives complaints from consumers about tax-related schemes, by scammers who are impersonating IRS officials and attempting to collect bogus tax debts, by phone calls or emails. The IRS and legitimate government agencies will never demand immediate payment or payment information over the phone. New Yorkers can report potential scams to the Attorney General's office at 1-800-771-7755. Scams or the U.S. Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration at 800-366-4484.
WCDO News — Friday 9-12-14
State Police arrested 56-year-old Michael Muller of Denver, New York for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a reportable BAC result of .24%, 3 times the legal limit. The arrest occurred after a vehicle stop for driving left of the pavement markings on State Route 23 in Davenport, Muller was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Davenport Court on September 23rd.
State Troopers arrested 26-year-old Justin Mullen of Harpursville, for Driving While Intoxicated, following a Motor Vehicle accident at North Road and Dodd Road in Thursday in Windsor. Troopers accuse Mullen of driving off the road & striking a concrete culvert, he was trapped in the vehicle and was removed by members of the West Windsor, Windsor and 5 Mile Point Fire Departments utilizing the Jaws of Life. Mullen was airlifted to Wilson Regional Trauma Center in Johnson City, for multiple internal and external injuries. Mullen was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Windsor Court at a later date.
The latest polling finds Republican congressman Chris Gibson a 24% lead over democratic challenger Sean Eldridge. . The Time Warner Cable News/Siena College poll of likely voters in the 19th Congressional District found Gibson leading Eldridge 57% to 33% with 10% undecided. The poll also showed that Eldridge was unknown by 57% of the voters in the district.
The Binghamton Mets will host game 3 of the Eastern league Championship series tonight against Richmond. The Mets took the first 2 games of the series in Richmond, if they win tonight, the team will have their first league championship since 1994. Tickets are still available at Bmets. Com, game time tonight at 7:05 at NYSEG stadium.
2 Senate Democrats introduced legislation to reduce the financial incentive for corporations to move their headquarters overseas through transactions known as tax inversions. The bill by Senator Chuck Schumer of and Richard Durbin would reduce the practice known as "earnings stripping'' in which U.S. subsidiaries deduct up to 50 percent of interest payments on their debt. Schumer and Durbin want to cut the deduction in half and to stop letting corporations carry forward their interest expense deductions to use them in the future. Schumer said he hopes the bill can pick up enough GOP support to pass after the November elections
As part of national preparedness month, the American Red Cross has scheduled blood drives in the tri county area. The next event is tomorrow from 8am to 1pm at the First Congregational Church, corner of Main and Bridge Streets in Sidney. Appointments can be made at redcrossblood.org and walk-ins will also be welcome.
Assemblyman Cliff Crouch will hold his annual pig roast fundraiser on Sunday from noon to 3pm at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge. There will also be door prizes. For information or tickets, call 287-1576.
The Out of the Darkness Community Walk will take place in Neahwa Park in Oneonta tomorrow, to raise money for research and local suicide prevention efforts. It's sponsored by the local chapter in formation of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Registration will be held from 9:00 to 11:00 AM. Congressman Chris Gibson will speak at the memorial service at 11:00 AM & will participate in the walk. There will also be an auction, food by donation and a butterfly release at 2:00 PM, more information is available at 435-3112.
State Troopers arrested 26-year-old Justin Mullen of Harpursville, for Driving While Intoxicated, following a Motor Vehicle accident at North Road and Dodd Road in Thursday in Windsor. Troopers accuse Mullen of driving off the road & striking a concrete culvert, he was trapped in the vehicle and was removed by members of the West Windsor, Windsor and 5 Mile Point Fire Departments utilizing the Jaws of Life. Mullen was airlifted to Wilson Regional Trauma Center in Johnson City, for multiple internal and external injuries. Mullen was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Windsor Court at a later date.
The latest polling finds Republican congressman Chris Gibson a 24% lead over democratic challenger Sean Eldridge. . The Time Warner Cable News/Siena College poll of likely voters in the 19th Congressional District found Gibson leading Eldridge 57% to 33% with 10% undecided. The poll also showed that Eldridge was unknown by 57% of the voters in the district.
The Binghamton Mets will host game 3 of the Eastern league Championship series tonight against Richmond. The Mets took the first 2 games of the series in Richmond, if they win tonight, the team will have their first league championship since 1994. Tickets are still available at Bmets. Com, game time tonight at 7:05 at NYSEG stadium.
2 Senate Democrats introduced legislation to reduce the financial incentive for corporations to move their headquarters overseas through transactions known as tax inversions. The bill by Senator Chuck Schumer of and Richard Durbin would reduce the practice known as "earnings stripping'' in which U.S. subsidiaries deduct up to 50 percent of interest payments on their debt. Schumer and Durbin want to cut the deduction in half and to stop letting corporations carry forward their interest expense deductions to use them in the future. Schumer said he hopes the bill can pick up enough GOP support to pass after the November elections
As part of national preparedness month, the American Red Cross has scheduled blood drives in the tri county area. The next event is tomorrow from 8am to 1pm at the First Congregational Church, corner of Main and Bridge Streets in Sidney. Appointments can be made at redcrossblood.org and walk-ins will also be welcome.
Assemblyman Cliff Crouch will hold his annual pig roast fundraiser on Sunday from noon to 3pm at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge. There will also be door prizes. For information or tickets, call 287-1576.
The Out of the Darkness Community Walk will take place in Neahwa Park in Oneonta tomorrow, to raise money for research and local suicide prevention efforts. It's sponsored by the local chapter in formation of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Registration will be held from 9:00 to 11:00 AM. Congressman Chris Gibson will speak at the memorial service at 11:00 AM & will participate in the walk. There will also be an auction, food by donation and a butterfly release at 2:00 PM, more information is available at 435-3112.