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WCDO News — Friday 9-3-21
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-3-21
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the Public Health and Health Planning Council passed an emergency regulation and the Health Commissioner issued a determination requiring all teachers, administrators and other school employees to submit to weekly COVID-19 testing unless they show proof of vaccination, with either a CDC vaccine card or the Excelsior Pass. The Governor also announced that the State Department of Health has finalized and released official guidance for classroom instruction regarding Facemasks, which closely echoes the CDC guidance which districts were advised to follow. More information is available at coronavirus.health.ny.gov.
Bassett Healthcare Network will be showcasing its school-based health center at Gilbertsville-Mount Upton Central School with a ribbon-cutting on Tuesday, September 7, at 5:00 pm. The event is being held in conjunction with the school’s annual open house, Bassett Healthcare Network President & CEO Dr. Tommy Ibrahim will offer remarks. Available Care will include Annual physical exams, Immunizations, Diagnosis and treatment of both short-and long-term illnesses, mental health services & Preventive dental care
CDO Workforce, serving Chenango, Delaware, Otsego counties, is partnering with Otsego County Chamber of Commerce, Commerce Chenango, and Delaware County Chamber of Commerce for the 2nd Virtual Career Fair, on Tuesday, September 14th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. The free event will allow local companies and job seekers to connect one-on-one for immediate placement opportunities, especially in industries that are in high demand including Healthcare, Hospitality, Tourism, & Manufacturing, more information is available at 432-4800.
The Mid York Concert band is looking for area musicians to join, with rehearsals starting this month in Norwich, Band conductor Mark Sands explains:
(Mark Sands 9-3-21)
Anyone interested in joining the band can call sands at 334-4307, or email him: Midyorkcb@gmail.com, rehearsals will start Tuesday September 14th from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at the Norwich Middle School band room.
The Susquehanna SPCA in Cooperstown has 4 male Beagle puppies up for adoption, and they have named the dogs after the 4 men being inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame next week, Executive Director Stacie Haynes explains:
(Stacie Haynes 9-3-21)
Haynes said that next Thursday, the winning puppy will be announced. Visitors can stop at the new facility on State Route 28 in Cooperstown; pictures of the pups are also available on their website sqspca.org.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-3-21
The operator of Prestige Limousine, 31 year old Nauman Hussain, has pleaded guilty to 20 counts of negligent homicide in connection with the fatal Limo crash in Schoharie in 2018. Hussain will be placed on interim probation for 2 years, will serve 1,000 hours of community service, he will not serve jail time & he was ordered to pay an undisclosed amount of money in restitution to the families of the deceased. The October 6th, 2018, crash killed 18 people in the limo including the driver, plus 2 pedestrian in the parking lot of the Apple Barrel Convenience store at State Routes 30 and 30A in Schoharie.
The Summer Fest/ Bainbridge Days event will be held today & tomorrow, Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce spokesperson June White explains:
(June White 9-3-21)
The activities will start this afternoon at 5:00 PM, and continue on Saturday at 9:00 AM, with Events will be in the park and on Main Street.
The Friends of Recovery of Delaware & Otsego County announced the Rothenberger Run for Recovery event on Saturday at Neahwa Park in Oneonta, Spokesman Kyle LaFever explains:
(Kyle LaFever 9-3-21)
Registration for the virtual or in-person run is available at rothenbergerrun.itsyourrace.com/register; online registration will remain open until this morning at 9:00 AM. Day of registration will be held from 7:30am-8:30am in Neahwa Park on Saturday, September 4th. Packet Pickup will take place today from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, or at day of registration.
6zero7 Events presents the Afton Open Air Market, Labor Day edition featuring music, food and local vendors participating, organizer Melissa Matthews explains:
(Melissa Matthews 9-3-21)
The event will be set up at its usual location next to Suburban Propane on State Route 7 just outside of the village of Afton, Starting at 9:00 AM Saturday.
The remainder of the Binghamton Rumble Ponies series with Richmond has been canceled as COVID 19 testing and contact tracing continues. Fans with tickets to Thursday, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday’s games can exchange their tickets to go to any future Rumble Ponies home game this season.
Delaware County Public Health reported 63 new cases of COVID 19 in the last week, with 84 active cases, 6 Hospitalized and 122 quarantined. Delaware County has had 2742 total cases, with 2606 recoveries & 52 deaths during the pandemic.
Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation extending virtual access to public meetings under the State's Open Meetings Law, which allows New Yorkers to virtually participate in local government meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic, as long as the public has the ability to view or listen to the meeting and as long as the meeting is recorded and later transcribed. This change will reduce the need for congregation at public meetings while the Delta variant is prevalent, while ensuring public business can continue.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the Public Health and Health Planning Council passed an emergency regulation and the Health Commissioner issued a determination requiring all teachers, administrators and other school employees to submit to weekly COVID-19 testing unless they show proof of vaccination, with either a CDC vaccine card or the Excelsior Pass. The Governor also announced that the State Department of Health has finalized and released official guidance for classroom instruction regarding Facemasks, which closely echoes the CDC guidance which districts were advised to follow. More information is available at coronavirus.health.ny.gov.
Bassett Healthcare Network will be showcasing its school-based health center at Gilbertsville-Mount Upton Central School with a ribbon-cutting on Tuesday, September 7, at 5:00 pm. The event is being held in conjunction with the school’s annual open house, Bassett Healthcare Network President & CEO Dr. Tommy Ibrahim will offer remarks. Available Care will include Annual physical exams, Immunizations, Diagnosis and treatment of both short-and long-term illnesses, mental health services & Preventive dental care
CDO Workforce, serving Chenango, Delaware, Otsego counties, is partnering with Otsego County Chamber of Commerce, Commerce Chenango, and Delaware County Chamber of Commerce for the 2nd Virtual Career Fair, on Tuesday, September 14th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. The free event will allow local companies and job seekers to connect one-on-one for immediate placement opportunities, especially in industries that are in high demand including Healthcare, Hospitality, Tourism, & Manufacturing, more information is available at 432-4800.
The Mid York Concert band is looking for area musicians to join, with rehearsals starting this month in Norwich, Band conductor Mark Sands explains:
(Mark Sands 9-3-21)
Anyone interested in joining the band can call sands at 334-4307, or email him: Midyorkcb@gmail.com, rehearsals will start Tuesday September 14th from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at the Norwich Middle School band room.
The Susquehanna SPCA in Cooperstown has 4 male Beagle puppies up for adoption, and they have named the dogs after the 4 men being inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame next week, Executive Director Stacie Haynes explains:
(Stacie Haynes 9-3-21)
Haynes said that next Thursday, the winning puppy will be announced. Visitors can stop at the new facility on State Route 28 in Cooperstown; pictures of the pups are also available on their website sqspca.org.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-3-21
The operator of Prestige Limousine, 31 year old Nauman Hussain, has pleaded guilty to 20 counts of negligent homicide in connection with the fatal Limo crash in Schoharie in 2018. Hussain will be placed on interim probation for 2 years, will serve 1,000 hours of community service, he will not serve jail time & he was ordered to pay an undisclosed amount of money in restitution to the families of the deceased. The October 6th, 2018, crash killed 18 people in the limo including the driver, plus 2 pedestrian in the parking lot of the Apple Barrel Convenience store at State Routes 30 and 30A in Schoharie.
The Summer Fest/ Bainbridge Days event will be held today & tomorrow, Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce spokesperson June White explains:
(June White 9-3-21)
The activities will start this afternoon at 5:00 PM, and continue on Saturday at 9:00 AM, with Events will be in the park and on Main Street.
The Friends of Recovery of Delaware & Otsego County announced the Rothenberger Run for Recovery event on Saturday at Neahwa Park in Oneonta, Spokesman Kyle LaFever explains:
(Kyle LaFever 9-3-21)
Registration for the virtual or in-person run is available at rothenbergerrun.itsyourrace.com/register; online registration will remain open until this morning at 9:00 AM. Day of registration will be held from 7:30am-8:30am in Neahwa Park on Saturday, September 4th. Packet Pickup will take place today from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, or at day of registration.
6zero7 Events presents the Afton Open Air Market, Labor Day edition featuring music, food and local vendors participating, organizer Melissa Matthews explains:
(Melissa Matthews 9-3-21)
The event will be set up at its usual location next to Suburban Propane on State Route 7 just outside of the village of Afton, Starting at 9:00 AM Saturday.
The remainder of the Binghamton Rumble Ponies series with Richmond has been canceled as COVID 19 testing and contact tracing continues. Fans with tickets to Thursday, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday’s games can exchange their tickets to go to any future Rumble Ponies home game this season.
Delaware County Public Health reported 63 new cases of COVID 19 in the last week, with 84 active cases, 6 Hospitalized and 122 quarantined. Delaware County has had 2742 total cases, with 2606 recoveries & 52 deaths during the pandemic.
Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation extending virtual access to public meetings under the State's Open Meetings Law, which allows New Yorkers to virtually participate in local government meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic, as long as the public has the ability to view or listen to the meeting and as long as the meeting is recorded and later transcribed. This change will reduce the need for congregation at public meetings while the Delta variant is prevalent, while ensuring public business can continue.
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WCDO News — Friday 8-20-21
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 8-20-21
State police have identified the deceased in a Hit & Run Motor Vehicle & Pedestrian accident on August 15th, or 16th as 72 year old Alan Weill of Oneonta. State Police continue to ask the public to call them at 561-7400 if they were in the area and may have observed anything. Police announced earlier in the week that that had located the vehicle involved in the hit & run accident, which occurred on State Route 205 near Country Club Road in the town of Oneonta.
Delaware County Public Health received 61 new positive cases of COVID-19 in the last week; there are currently 90 active cases in the county with 3 hospitalizations & 126 quarantined. According to The CDC Delaware County is currently at high level of community transmission. The CDC and Delaware County Public Health recommend that everyone, even those who are fully vaccinated, wear a mask in indoor public locations, to maximize protection from all variants. In New York State, the Delta variant of COVID-19 has been found to be the predominant strain of COVID-19 currently circulating.
State Police reported that 27 citations were issued during an Operation Hard Hat detail in Broome County Thursday. Troopers were set up while workers completed bridge work along Interstate 81 in Binghamton; they issued 19 tickets for speeding, 2 for violating seatbelt laws, & 6 for other violations.
The CDC recommends that people with moderately to severely compromised immune systems should receive an additional dose of a COVID-19 vaccine about 28 days after a 2nd dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines. The additional dose of COVID-19 vaccine is recommended only for those being treated for solid tumors or malignancies, those who have had organ transplants, those receiving STEM cell transplants, those being treated with certain cortisone therapies, or those with Chenango County Public Health will host a 3rd dose Moderna Vaccine Clinic on September 1st, at the South Plaza in Norwich from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. Appointments or More information regarding eligibility is available at 337-1660.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 2 people Tuesday after Deputies responded to a burglary reported in the Town of Hamden. The home owner's Video captured 2 subjects, 1 with a handgun, who forcefully entered the home. Randy Hawkins of Morris was taken into custody by State Police; George Klinger was taken into custody at his Morris residence by members of the Delaware County Sheriff's Office and State Police. Officers executed a search warrant at Hawkins’ and Klinger’s Morris residence and recovered a quantity of firearms, ammunition and other property reported stolen in recent Delaware County burglaries. Hawkins and Klinger were charged with 1st degree burglary and criminal use of a firearm, they were arraigned in the Town of Hamden Court, Hawkins was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $75,000 cash bail and Klinger was remanded on $40,000 cash bail. The investigation is on-going and more arrests are anticipated.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 8-20-21
The Rotary Club of Sidney and the Cullman Developmental Center will hold an event for children this Sunday, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm, "The Buzz about Honeybees" will be held at Keith Clark Park on River Street in Sidney, Rotary Spokesman Larry Halbert told WCDO News that it is a safe event for the children:
(Larry Halbert 8-20-21)
Halbert said that the children in attendance will see honeybees contained behind a glass enclosure, & they will get samples of honey to take home.
The Afton Sidewalk Day returns tomorrow along Main Street & Caswell Street in Downtown Afton, Event coordinator Melissa Matthews of 6Zero7 Events told WCDO that there will fundraisers & vendors set up downtown:
(Melissa Matthews 8-20-21)
The event in Afton runs from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, the full lineup of events & participants is available at aftonsidewalkday.com, or on their Facebook page.
The Chenango Blues Festival begins tonight in the Chenango County Fair Grounds in Norwich, the show is Free to all but unvaccinated individuals should wear a mask and social distance. Blues festival Spokesman Eric Larsen told WCDO News that they have a full line up of great acts & all safety protocols are in place:
(Eric Larsen 8-20-21)
Larsen said that the Main show will be at the Chenango County Fairgrounds Saturday, tickets will be only be available at chenangobluesfest.org/tickets.
The Oneonta RC Flyers will hold an Open House Sunday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the BOCES Field in the town of Maryland. There will be Model Demonstrations, flight simulators, more information is available at oneontarcflyers.com
State police have identified the deceased in a Hit & Run Motor Vehicle & Pedestrian accident on August 15th, or 16th as 72 year old Alan Weill of Oneonta. State Police continue to ask the public to call them at 561-7400 if they were in the area and may have observed anything. Police announced earlier in the week that that had located the vehicle involved in the hit & run accident, which occurred on State Route 205 near Country Club Road in the town of Oneonta.
Delaware County Public Health received 61 new positive cases of COVID-19 in the last week; there are currently 90 active cases in the county with 3 hospitalizations & 126 quarantined. According to The CDC Delaware County is currently at high level of community transmission. The CDC and Delaware County Public Health recommend that everyone, even those who are fully vaccinated, wear a mask in indoor public locations, to maximize protection from all variants. In New York State, the Delta variant of COVID-19 has been found to be the predominant strain of COVID-19 currently circulating.
State Police reported that 27 citations were issued during an Operation Hard Hat detail in Broome County Thursday. Troopers were set up while workers completed bridge work along Interstate 81 in Binghamton; they issued 19 tickets for speeding, 2 for violating seatbelt laws, & 6 for other violations.
The CDC recommends that people with moderately to severely compromised immune systems should receive an additional dose of a COVID-19 vaccine about 28 days after a 2nd dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines. The additional dose of COVID-19 vaccine is recommended only for those being treated for solid tumors or malignancies, those who have had organ transplants, those receiving STEM cell transplants, those being treated with certain cortisone therapies, or those with Chenango County Public Health will host a 3rd dose Moderna Vaccine Clinic on September 1st, at the South Plaza in Norwich from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. Appointments or More information regarding eligibility is available at 337-1660.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 2 people Tuesday after Deputies responded to a burglary reported in the Town of Hamden. The home owner's Video captured 2 subjects, 1 with a handgun, who forcefully entered the home. Randy Hawkins of Morris was taken into custody by State Police; George Klinger was taken into custody at his Morris residence by members of the Delaware County Sheriff's Office and State Police. Officers executed a search warrant at Hawkins’ and Klinger’s Morris residence and recovered a quantity of firearms, ammunition and other property reported stolen in recent Delaware County burglaries. Hawkins and Klinger were charged with 1st degree burglary and criminal use of a firearm, they were arraigned in the Town of Hamden Court, Hawkins was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $75,000 cash bail and Klinger was remanded on $40,000 cash bail. The investigation is on-going and more arrests are anticipated.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 8-20-21
The Rotary Club of Sidney and the Cullman Developmental Center will hold an event for children this Sunday, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm, "The Buzz about Honeybees" will be held at Keith Clark Park on River Street in Sidney, Rotary Spokesman Larry Halbert told WCDO News that it is a safe event for the children:
(Larry Halbert 8-20-21)
Halbert said that the children in attendance will see honeybees contained behind a glass enclosure, & they will get samples of honey to take home.
The Afton Sidewalk Day returns tomorrow along Main Street & Caswell Street in Downtown Afton, Event coordinator Melissa Matthews of 6Zero7 Events told WCDO that there will fundraisers & vendors set up downtown:
(Melissa Matthews 8-20-21)
The event in Afton runs from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, the full lineup of events & participants is available at aftonsidewalkday.com, or on their Facebook page.
The Chenango Blues Festival begins tonight in the Chenango County Fair Grounds in Norwich, the show is Free to all but unvaccinated individuals should wear a mask and social distance. Blues festival Spokesman Eric Larsen told WCDO News that they have a full line up of great acts & all safety protocols are in place:
(Eric Larsen 8-20-21)
Larsen said that the Main show will be at the Chenango County Fairgrounds Saturday, tickets will be only be available at chenangobluesfest.org/tickets.
The Oneonta RC Flyers will hold an Open House Sunday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the BOCES Field in the town of Maryland. There will be Model Demonstrations, flight simulators, more information is available at oneontarcflyers.com
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WCDO News — Tuesday 8-17-21
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 8-17-21
The Afton Sidewalk Day returns this Saturday throughout downtown Afton, Event coordinator Melissa Matthews of 6Zero7 Events explains:
(Melissa Matthews 8-17-21)
The event on Saturday in Afton runs from 9:00 Am to 3:00 PM, the full lineup of events & participants is available at aftonsidewalkday.com, or on their Facebook page.
The Chenango County Public Health announced that with the increase on COVID 19 cases, they are once again releasing their statistics every day. Today they reported 94 active cases, 7 hospitalized with 193 quarantined; they are up over 3700 cases with 80 deaths since the start of the pandemic. This Saturday, a 2nd dose Pfizer COVID vaccination clinic will be held at the old Label Shopper location in the South Plaza in Norwich from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. Chenango County Health Department has COVID-19 vaccinations in their clinics; appointments are requested by calling 337-1660. Pfizer clinics will be held on August 20th & 27th.
The State Fair is scrapping its traditional "Governor's Day" event, as Governor Cuomo is resigning 4 days after the Fair starts this Friday in Syracuse. Traditionally, the state's Governor does a ceremonial ribbon cutting at the start of every State Fair, Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul said that she plans to attend the State Fair at some point; she becomes Governor on August 24th.
The Oneida County Sheriff's office arrested 33 year old Brian Marshall of Camden after allegedly stabbing 5 people Monday afternoon after an altercation in the Goodlife Bar of Camden where he used a sharp metal pick to stab the 5 victims. Marshall was taken into custody in the bar's parking lot after deputies deployed a Taser. None of the injuries were life threatening. Marshall was charged with 5 counts of 2nd degree Assault, Marshall was also arrested by Otsego County Sheriff’s Office Sunday for 3rd & 4th degree Grand Larceny and several traffic tickets after failure to comply with officers trying to stop him in a stolen vehicle, he was issued appearance tickets after his Sunday arrest, Marshall is waiting for court action on all the charges & more charges may be forthcoming.
The Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown has announced that 38 previous members of the Hall's fraternity will be on hand to honor Derek Jeter, Larry Walker, Ted Simmons, and Marvin Miller when they are inducted into the Hall September 8th. The induction ceremony will take place on Wednesday, September 8th at 1:30 p.m. on the grounds Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown. The ceremony will also be aired live on MLB Network. For more information, visit baseballhall.org.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 8-17-21
The American Red Cross is experiencing a blood shortage due to the cancellation of blood drives and has issued an emergency request for all blood types. A blood drive is being held today at the A.O. Fox Hospital Tri-Town Campus on Pearl Street in Sidney, from 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM in Conference Room. Appointments may be made at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-Red Cross.
The next Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce General Membership Meeting will be held this morning at 7:30 AM at Bob's Diner. Chamber members are encouraged to attend.
The Afton Sidewalk Day returns this Saturday throughout downtown Afton, Event coordinator Melissa Matthews of 6Zero7 Events explains:
(Melissa Matthews 8-17-21)
The event on Saturday in Afton runs from 9:00 Am to 3:00 PM, the full lineup of events & participants is available at aftonsidewalkday.com, or on their Facebook page.
The Chenango County Public Health announced that with the increase on COVID 19 cases, they are once again releasing their statistics every day. Today they reported 94 active cases, 7 hospitalized with 193 quarantined; they are up over 3700 cases with 80 deaths since the start of the pandemic. This Saturday, a 2nd dose Pfizer COVID vaccination clinic will be held at the old Label Shopper location in the South Plaza in Norwich from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. Chenango County Health Department has COVID-19 vaccinations in their clinics; appointments are requested by calling 337-1660. Pfizer clinics will be held on August 20th & 27th.
The State Fair is scrapping its traditional "Governor's Day" event, as Governor Cuomo is resigning 4 days after the Fair starts this Friday in Syracuse. Traditionally, the state's Governor does a ceremonial ribbon cutting at the start of every State Fair, Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul said that she plans to attend the State Fair at some point; she becomes Governor on August 24th.
The Oneida County Sheriff's office arrested 33 year old Brian Marshall of Camden after allegedly stabbing 5 people Monday afternoon after an altercation in the Goodlife Bar of Camden where he used a sharp metal pick to stab the 5 victims. Marshall was taken into custody in the bar's parking lot after deputies deployed a Taser. None of the injuries were life threatening. Marshall was charged with 5 counts of 2nd degree Assault, Marshall was also arrested by Otsego County Sheriff’s Office Sunday for 3rd & 4th degree Grand Larceny and several traffic tickets after failure to comply with officers trying to stop him in a stolen vehicle, he was issued appearance tickets after his Sunday arrest, Marshall is waiting for court action on all the charges & more charges may be forthcoming.
The Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown has announced that 38 previous members of the Hall's fraternity will be on hand to honor Derek Jeter, Larry Walker, Ted Simmons, and Marvin Miller when they are inducted into the Hall September 8th. The induction ceremony will take place on Wednesday, September 8th at 1:30 p.m. on the grounds Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown. The ceremony will also be aired live on MLB Network. For more information, visit baseballhall.org.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 8-17-21
The American Red Cross is experiencing a blood shortage due to the cancellation of blood drives and has issued an emergency request for all blood types. A blood drive is being held today at the A.O. Fox Hospital Tri-Town Campus on Pearl Street in Sidney, from 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM in Conference Room. Appointments may be made at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-Red Cross.
The next Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce General Membership Meeting will be held this morning at 7:30 AM at Bob's Diner. Chamber members are encouraged to attend.
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WCDO News — Wednesday 8-11-21
The Sidney Elks Lodge Annual Looking Back Car Show & Chicken Barbecue will return this year, on Saturday behind the Lodge at 104 River Street in Sidney, spokesperson Lori Lang explains:
(Lori Lang 8-6-21)
Lang said that the event will run from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Saturday, the car show & Barbecue was canceled last year due to the COVID shutdown.
The Rotary Club of Sidney and the Cullman Developmental Center will present "Big Rig Day" tomorrow at the Cullman Center in Sidney, Rotary Spokesman Larry Halbert explains:
(Larry Halbert 8-6-21)
The final event of the series for children will be on Sunday August 22nd at Keith Clark Park in Sidney.
Afton Open Air Market returns Saturday, at 9:00 AM at their location in Afton Next to Suburban Propane on State Route 7, organizer Melissa Matthews OF 6ZERO7 events explains:
(Melissa Matthews 8-6-21)
Matthews said that the full list of vendors and more information is available at AftonMarket dot com.
The Otsego County fair has changed their Saturday Bicycle Giveaway this year, as the pandemic has made it difficult to acquire them; Otsego County Fair spokesperson Lisa Jones told WCDO News that they changed the giveaway:
(Lisa Jones 8-6-21)
More information about the rest of the Otsego County Fair is available at otsegocountyfair.org.
Delaware Opportunities has received additional funds for the dairy distributions, they will have 2 additional distributions to the summer/fall schedule onsite in Hamden on September 8th and October 13th. Registration for both will go live one week prior, as always. There is NO dairy distribution in August, just the food distribution on August 24th, Delaware Opportunities will be distributing back to school supplies again this year, There are income eligibility requirements, more information will be released in the coming weeks.
1 of the women that accused Governor Cuomo of Sexual Harassment has filed a criminal complaint with the Albany County Sheriff's Department. The woman claimed that the Governor reached under her blouse and groped her breast in his office at the Executive Mansion, among other sexual advances. The State Assembly's Judiciary Committee has given Cuomo's Legal team's deadline of August 13th to provide additional evidence in his defense, Cuomo said that he is not planning to resign.
(Lori Lang 8-6-21)
Lang said that the event will run from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Saturday, the car show & Barbecue was canceled last year due to the COVID shutdown.
The Rotary Club of Sidney and the Cullman Developmental Center will present "Big Rig Day" tomorrow at the Cullman Center in Sidney, Rotary Spokesman Larry Halbert explains:
(Larry Halbert 8-6-21)
The final event of the series for children will be on Sunday August 22nd at Keith Clark Park in Sidney.
Afton Open Air Market returns Saturday, at 9:00 AM at their location in Afton Next to Suburban Propane on State Route 7, organizer Melissa Matthews OF 6ZERO7 events explains:
(Melissa Matthews 8-6-21)
Matthews said that the full list of vendors and more information is available at AftonMarket dot com.
The Otsego County fair has changed their Saturday Bicycle Giveaway this year, as the pandemic has made it difficult to acquire them; Otsego County Fair spokesperson Lisa Jones told WCDO News that they changed the giveaway:
(Lisa Jones 8-6-21)
More information about the rest of the Otsego County Fair is available at otsegocountyfair.org.
Delaware Opportunities has received additional funds for the dairy distributions, they will have 2 additional distributions to the summer/fall schedule onsite in Hamden on September 8th and October 13th. Registration for both will go live one week prior, as always. There is NO dairy distribution in August, just the food distribution on August 24th, Delaware Opportunities will be distributing back to school supplies again this year, There are income eligibility requirements, more information will be released in the coming weeks.
1 of the women that accused Governor Cuomo of Sexual Harassment has filed a criminal complaint with the Albany County Sheriff's Department. The woman claimed that the Governor reached under her blouse and groped her breast in his office at the Executive Mansion, among other sexual advances. The State Assembly's Judiciary Committee has given Cuomo's Legal team's deadline of August 13th to provide additional evidence in his defense, Cuomo said that he is not planning to resign.
WCDO News — Wednesday 7-28-21
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-28-21
Governor Cuomo today announced that patient-facing healthcare workers at state-run hospitals will be required to get vaccinated for COVID-19 by Labor Day. The Governor also announced that all New York State employees; about 130,000 people, will be required to get vaccinated for COVID-19 by Labor Day. State employees who do not get vaccinated will be required to be tested for COVID-19 on a weekly basis. The measure are being implemented as vaccination rates are increasing slowly, but COVID 19 positivity rates are over 2.5% again after decreasing to about .35% only a few weeks ago.
Delaware County Clean Sweep will be held in October this year, for Residents to properly dispose of Household Hazardous materials, and online registration is now available, according to Delaware County Solid Waste Coordinator Tyson Robb:
(Tyson Robb 7-28-21)
More information or links to the online signup can be found at co.delaware.ny.us & lick on the link to the County Solid Waste Department.
The Afton Open Air market Continues on August 7th from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at their site next to Suburban Propane on State Route 7, organizer Melissa Matthews of 6Zero7 Events comments:
(Melissa Matthews 7-28-21)
More information is available at 242-8473.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is calling for the expansion of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or "SNAP" benefit eligibility to college students attending 2 and 4-year universities part-time or more:
(Gillibrand 7-28-21)
Senator Gillibrand is a member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry; she said that a 2019 SUNY survey showed that 55% of community college and 41% of 4-year college students in the SUNY system reported experiencing hunger while in school & that requirements such as “work for food” only made the food insecurity among college students worse.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 7-28-21
The American Red Cross continues to experience a severe blood shortage and donors of all blood types, especially type O are urged to make an appointment to give now. Donors can schedule an appointment by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device. A Blood drive is being held in Cooperstown today from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, 31 Elm Street & in Oneonta from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts & Civic Center, at 24 Market Street.
Governor Cuomo Announced that $200 Million will be available for the 5th Round of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative. Communities interested in receiving the funds should go to ny.gov/programs/downtown-revitalization-initiative.
Governor Cuomo today announced that patient-facing healthcare workers at state-run hospitals will be required to get vaccinated for COVID-19 by Labor Day. The Governor also announced that all New York State employees; about 130,000 people, will be required to get vaccinated for COVID-19 by Labor Day. State employees who do not get vaccinated will be required to be tested for COVID-19 on a weekly basis. The measure are being implemented as vaccination rates are increasing slowly, but COVID 19 positivity rates are over 2.5% again after decreasing to about .35% only a few weeks ago.
Delaware County Clean Sweep will be held in October this year, for Residents to properly dispose of Household Hazardous materials, and online registration is now available, according to Delaware County Solid Waste Coordinator Tyson Robb:
(Tyson Robb 7-28-21)
More information or links to the online signup can be found at co.delaware.ny.us & lick on the link to the County Solid Waste Department.
The Afton Open Air market Continues on August 7th from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at their site next to Suburban Propane on State Route 7, organizer Melissa Matthews of 6Zero7 Events comments:
(Melissa Matthews 7-28-21)
More information is available at 242-8473.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is calling for the expansion of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or "SNAP" benefit eligibility to college students attending 2 and 4-year universities part-time or more:
(Gillibrand 7-28-21)
Senator Gillibrand is a member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry; she said that a 2019 SUNY survey showed that 55% of community college and 41% of 4-year college students in the SUNY system reported experiencing hunger while in school & that requirements such as “work for food” only made the food insecurity among college students worse.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 7-28-21
The American Red Cross continues to experience a severe blood shortage and donors of all blood types, especially type O are urged to make an appointment to give now. Donors can schedule an appointment by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device. A Blood drive is being held in Cooperstown today from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, 31 Elm Street & in Oneonta from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts & Civic Center, at 24 Market Street.
Governor Cuomo Announced that $200 Million will be available for the 5th Round of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative. Communities interested in receiving the funds should go to ny.gov/programs/downtown-revitalization-initiative.
WCDO News — Friday 7-2-21
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-2-21
17 year old Anais Soto of Oneonta was sentenced to 8 years in prison in Otsego County Court Today. Soto pleaded guilty to first-degree burglary in connection with the Robbery & Murder of Kenneth Robinson in Worcester in October 2019, Dylan Robinson was found guilty for burglary 7 murder last month for his role in the killing of his father & faces sentencing shortly, Alexander Borgreen took a plea deal for Burglary was sentenced to 12 years in prison, Nicolas Meridy took a plea deals for murder & was sentenced to 23 years to life in prison.
Syracuse University Sports fans will be returning to the Carrier Dome at full capacity for the 2021-22 athletic season. Officials said that there will be no capacity restrictions or social distancing rules, but fans must provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test. Depending on changes to CDC and state guidance, some rules may change closer to the start of the athletic season.
Afton Community Picnic & Open Air Market will be held at the Afton fairgrounds this Saturday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. 6zero7 Advertising & Events spokesperson Melissa Matthews explains:
(Melissa Matthews 7-1-21)
More information is available at the 6zero7 advertising & events Facebook Page.
Governor Cuomo said today that there was another slight uptick in positivity rates for those tested for COVID Thursday. There were almost 77,000 tested, with 506 positives, for a .66% rate. Patient Hospitalizations, the number in ICU beds & on ventilators continues to trend downward, there were 4 deaths Thursday attributed to the virus, State Health Department officials said that they are watching the numbers carefully because about 20% of the new positive in New York City were of the Delta variant, which had a horrific effect on the country of India recently.
Delaware County Public Health is offering vaccinations to eligible County Resident people who are unable to leave their house to get a shot. To have your name added to the list or someone you know is homebound, call the Delaware County Office for the Aging at 832-5750.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-2-21
State Police and local law enforcement agencies across the state will increase patrols and crack down on drunk and drugged driving and other traffic infractions this 4th of July weekend. State Troopers will conduct sobriety checkpoints and target reckless and aggressive driving statewide to keep New York highways safe during one of the busiest summer holidays for travel. The campaign will begins today, through Monday, July 5. Last year, the State Police issued nearly 9,214 vehicle and traffic tickets during the 4th of July weekend. Troopers arrested 180 people for DWI and investigated 456 crashes and one fatality.
Governor Cuomo & the State Department of transportation announced that temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on State highways will be suspended today through Tuesday morning, to ease travel throughout the July 4th holiday weekend. Some projects may continue in the case of emergency, or behind barricades that will not impede traffic flow.
The Hometown 4th of July from First Night Oneonta will have a schedule of free, alcohol free activities today and Sunday, July 4th in Neahwa Park. Tonight's activities include a concert by Michael Christopher, Sunday will feature a parade at 1:00PM down Main Street, Oneonta and into the Park, where various activities for the whole family are scheduled, with a variety of vendors & Fireworks at 9:30 PM; more information is available at hometown4th.com.
17 year old Anais Soto of Oneonta was sentenced to 8 years in prison in Otsego County Court Today. Soto pleaded guilty to first-degree burglary in connection with the Robbery & Murder of Kenneth Robinson in Worcester in October 2019, Dylan Robinson was found guilty for burglary 7 murder last month for his role in the killing of his father & faces sentencing shortly, Alexander Borgreen took a plea deal for Burglary was sentenced to 12 years in prison, Nicolas Meridy took a plea deals for murder & was sentenced to 23 years to life in prison.
Syracuse University Sports fans will be returning to the Carrier Dome at full capacity for the 2021-22 athletic season. Officials said that there will be no capacity restrictions or social distancing rules, but fans must provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test. Depending on changes to CDC and state guidance, some rules may change closer to the start of the athletic season.
Afton Community Picnic & Open Air Market will be held at the Afton fairgrounds this Saturday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. 6zero7 Advertising & Events spokesperson Melissa Matthews explains:
(Melissa Matthews 7-1-21)
More information is available at the 6zero7 advertising & events Facebook Page.
Governor Cuomo said today that there was another slight uptick in positivity rates for those tested for COVID Thursday. There were almost 77,000 tested, with 506 positives, for a .66% rate. Patient Hospitalizations, the number in ICU beds & on ventilators continues to trend downward, there were 4 deaths Thursday attributed to the virus, State Health Department officials said that they are watching the numbers carefully because about 20% of the new positive in New York City were of the Delta variant, which had a horrific effect on the country of India recently.
Delaware County Public Health is offering vaccinations to eligible County Resident people who are unable to leave their house to get a shot. To have your name added to the list or someone you know is homebound, call the Delaware County Office for the Aging at 832-5750.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-2-21
State Police and local law enforcement agencies across the state will increase patrols and crack down on drunk and drugged driving and other traffic infractions this 4th of July weekend. State Troopers will conduct sobriety checkpoints and target reckless and aggressive driving statewide to keep New York highways safe during one of the busiest summer holidays for travel. The campaign will begins today, through Monday, July 5. Last year, the State Police issued nearly 9,214 vehicle and traffic tickets during the 4th of July weekend. Troopers arrested 180 people for DWI and investigated 456 crashes and one fatality.
Governor Cuomo & the State Department of transportation announced that temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on State highways will be suspended today through Tuesday morning, to ease travel throughout the July 4th holiday weekend. Some projects may continue in the case of emergency, or behind barricades that will not impede traffic flow.
The Hometown 4th of July from First Night Oneonta will have a schedule of free, alcohol free activities today and Sunday, July 4th in Neahwa Park. Tonight's activities include a concert by Michael Christopher, Sunday will feature a parade at 1:00PM down Main Street, Oneonta and into the Park, where various activities for the whole family are scheduled, with a variety of vendors & Fireworks at 9:30 PM; more information is available at hometown4th.com.
WCDO News — Friday 12-4-20
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-4-20
O’Connor Hospital in Delhi is hosting a special drive-through parade for families to visit Santa, Mrs. Claus, and others on Saturday, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. The event will be a pandemic related alternative to Delhi’s traditional holiday parade; it will feature goodie bags, gifts, and other surprises for those who drive through. Vehicles are asked to follow traffic and drive around the front upper parking lot of O’Connor Hospital, children are asked to bring their Christmas wish lists for Santa, and more information is available at 746-0331.
The Silo Restaurant in Greene has been put up for sale by owners Gary Kurz & his wife Joanne, after operating for more than 4 decades, Kurz told WCDO News about the decision:
(Gary Kurz 12-4-20)
Kurz said that he will continue to operate the restaurant until it is sold along with other area properties they have.
An Upside Down Parade day will be held in Afton tomorrow, after the annual Christmas Parade had to be cancelled due to COVID 19. Mellissa Matthews of 6Zero7 events told WCDO News that they will be doing instead of the parade:
(Melissa Matthews 12-4-20)
The full schedule is available at the "Afton In Winter" Facebook Page.
Chobani is hosting its 6th annual Community Giveaway at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich to show appreciation to the Central New York region. This year’s event moved to a larger venue due to the Coronavirus. All the fun takes place with Chobani on Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon while supplies last. Every December, the company hands out 5,000 free cases of Chobani products as a thank you gift to local residents.
State Police conducted an Underage Drinking Initiative that spanned 3 counties, an employee at Blue Ox on State Route 8 in the town of Guilford was found to be not in compliance with the laws dealing with the sale of alcohol to person under the age of 21. 22 year old Matthew Tubbs of Norwich was charged with Prohibited Sale to a Person Under the Age of 21, He was issued an appearance ticket to the town of Guilford court.
Chenango County Public Health announced that they had 652 COVID 19 cases since March, with 51 Active Cases, 268 Quarantines & 4 Hospitalizations. there have been 11 deaths, 588 recoveries & over 45,700 tests performed.
Broome County Health Department announced that they had 106 more COVID 19 positive cases Friday, bringing their total up to 5596 since the Spring, they have 622 active cases, with 30 hospitalized, there were 4 more deaths, their death toll is up to 140, over 4200 are being monitored by the Health Department.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-4-20
State Police issued 1,779 tickets during this year's Operation Hardhat, an initiative between State Police, the State Department of Transportation and others, to crack down on work zone violations and highlight the importance of safe driving when encountering construction, maintenance and emergency operations along state highways. The number of violations issued was 69.8% Higher than the 2019 Operation Hard Hat.
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is holding a virtual Tree Lighting Ceremony this afternoon at 5:00 PM. Sidney Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:
(Teri Schunk 12-3-20)
Schunk said that the event can be found through the Sidney Chamber of Commerce Facebook page with a "Facebook Live" Event.
Governor Cuomo reported that the state tested over 203,000 people Wednesday, with 9855 new positive tests for COVID 19. Patient Hospitalization were up to 4,063, the Number of ICU patients was up to 783 with 377 on ventilators, there were 61 deaths, the state death told is now at 26,955.
Otsego County Department of Health reported 16 new cases of COVID 19 on Thursday, the county has had 1356 total confirmed cases, they report 91 active cases with 10 hospitalized, and there have been 8 deaths.
The 24th Annual Delaware County Clean Sweep began today & continues Saturday. Farms, businesses & local governments will bring their hazardous materials for collection Friday at their designated times, households that have registered will bring their hazardous items Saturday.
O’Connor Hospital in Delhi is hosting a special drive-through parade for families to visit Santa, Mrs. Claus, and others on Saturday, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. The event will be a pandemic related alternative to Delhi’s traditional holiday parade; it will feature goodie bags, gifts, and other surprises for those who drive through. Vehicles are asked to follow traffic and drive around the front upper parking lot of O’Connor Hospital, children are asked to bring their Christmas wish lists for Santa, and more information is available at 746-0331.
The Silo Restaurant in Greene has been put up for sale by owners Gary Kurz & his wife Joanne, after operating for more than 4 decades, Kurz told WCDO News about the decision:
(Gary Kurz 12-4-20)
Kurz said that he will continue to operate the restaurant until it is sold along with other area properties they have.
An Upside Down Parade day will be held in Afton tomorrow, after the annual Christmas Parade had to be cancelled due to COVID 19. Mellissa Matthews of 6Zero7 events told WCDO News that they will be doing instead of the parade:
(Melissa Matthews 12-4-20)
The full schedule is available at the "Afton In Winter" Facebook Page.
Chobani is hosting its 6th annual Community Giveaway at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich to show appreciation to the Central New York region. This year’s event moved to a larger venue due to the Coronavirus. All the fun takes place with Chobani on Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon while supplies last. Every December, the company hands out 5,000 free cases of Chobani products as a thank you gift to local residents.
State Police conducted an Underage Drinking Initiative that spanned 3 counties, an employee at Blue Ox on State Route 8 in the town of Guilford was found to be not in compliance with the laws dealing with the sale of alcohol to person under the age of 21. 22 year old Matthew Tubbs of Norwich was charged with Prohibited Sale to a Person Under the Age of 21, He was issued an appearance ticket to the town of Guilford court.
Chenango County Public Health announced that they had 652 COVID 19 cases since March, with 51 Active Cases, 268 Quarantines & 4 Hospitalizations. there have been 11 deaths, 588 recoveries & over 45,700 tests performed.
Broome County Health Department announced that they had 106 more COVID 19 positive cases Friday, bringing their total up to 5596 since the Spring, they have 622 active cases, with 30 hospitalized, there were 4 more deaths, their death toll is up to 140, over 4200 are being monitored by the Health Department.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-4-20
State Police issued 1,779 tickets during this year's Operation Hardhat, an initiative between State Police, the State Department of Transportation and others, to crack down on work zone violations and highlight the importance of safe driving when encountering construction, maintenance and emergency operations along state highways. The number of violations issued was 69.8% Higher than the 2019 Operation Hard Hat.
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is holding a virtual Tree Lighting Ceremony this afternoon at 5:00 PM. Sidney Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:
(Teri Schunk 12-3-20)
Schunk said that the event can be found through the Sidney Chamber of Commerce Facebook page with a "Facebook Live" Event.
Governor Cuomo reported that the state tested over 203,000 people Wednesday, with 9855 new positive tests for COVID 19. Patient Hospitalization were up to 4,063, the Number of ICU patients was up to 783 with 377 on ventilators, there were 61 deaths, the state death told is now at 26,955.
Otsego County Department of Health reported 16 new cases of COVID 19 on Thursday, the county has had 1356 total confirmed cases, they report 91 active cases with 10 hospitalized, and there have been 8 deaths.
The 24th Annual Delaware County Clean Sweep began today & continues Saturday. Farms, businesses & local governments will bring their hazardous materials for collection Friday at their designated times, households that have registered will bring their hazardous items Saturday.
WCDO News — Friday 9-25-20
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-25-20
State Police arrested an Otsego County juvenile for Making a Terroristic Threat. State Police reported that on Tuesday approximately 40 illegitimate phone calls were made to Otsego County 911 between 7:00 & 9:00 PM, some of the calls threatened the 911 center and members of Law Enforcement. An investigation led troopers to a residence in the city of Oneonta where troopers interviewed an adult and a juvenile. The juvenile was arrested and issued a Family Court Appearance ticket. Investigators determined there are no other suspects involved.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 38 year old Ashley McLean of South Kortright following a motor vehicle accident in the Town of Meredith on last Sunday, on State Highway 28 in the Town of Meredith. Deputies reported that the driver left the scene after running off the roadway, striking a guide rail & abandoning the vehicle a short distance away. McLean is accused of driving with a suspended license & was charged with aggravated unlicensed operation & 5 other traffic infractions; she was released & was ordered to appear in the Town of Meredith Court at a later date.
Governor Cuomo announced that 908 New Yorkers tested positive for COVID 19 Thursday out of almost 95,000 tests, bringing the state total to 453,755 since March. There were 511 Hospitalized, 154 were in an ICU bed, 76 were on ventilators, there were 7 COVID-19 Deaths in New York State Thursday, and the state's death toll is 25,446.
Chenango County Public Health announced that they were still at 248 COVID 19 cases, with 2 Active Cases, 82 Active Quarantines, no one is hospitalized, there have been 7 deaths, 226 Recoveries, & a Total of 27,854 Tests have been Performed.
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold a "Fall Festival" next month on Main Street in Sidney, Chamber President Teri Schunk said that they are looking for vendors to participate:
(Teri Schunk 9-25-20)
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival will be held October 17 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM., more information is available at 561-2642.
NYSEG will be hosting a food drive on Saturday to support the CHOW program as part of the International Volunteer Week. The public can drop off canned goods at the NYSEG office in Vestal between 8:00 AM and 2:00 PM on Saturday. Volunteers will also be collecting empty cans and bottles to redeem the five-cent bottle deposit for CHOW.
The Village of Morris will celebrate their 150th anniversary this weekend, with a variety of events scheduled both days. the full line up of events can be found at the Village of Morris Facebook page.
Several Oneonta Area organizations have teamed up for a series of outdoor movies to be held at the Foothills Performing Arts Center Parking lot on Market Street in Oneonta. The gates open at 6:00 PM, Labyrinth will be the feature tomorrow night, Jurassic Park will play October 3rd & The Hunger Games October 10th, in case of inclement weather, the movies will be moved to the Club Odyssey at 80 Water Street in Oneonta, with COVID restrictions.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-25-20
The Broome County Health Department announced their latest COVID 19 numbers Thursday afternoon, they are reporting 1377 total cases, with 82 deaths, 1232 recoveries & 729 people are being monitored by the Department
Delaware County Public Health reported no new cases of COVID 19 Thursday, they have had 120 total cases, with 7 deaths, 110 recoveries, there are 3 active cases & 11 people are quarantined.
Governor Cuomo announced that New York residents can fish for free on Saturday, which is National Hunting and Fishing Day. Freshwater Fishing in New York Generates Estimated $2.14 Billion in Economic Activity Annually, Supports Nearly 11,000 Jobs Statewide
The Village Bountiful will open their new market in the Willow Bend Plaza at 1004 State Highway 7 in Unadilla Tomorrow morning, Spokesperson Jakkie Bickos explains:
(Jakkie Bickos 9-11-20)
Bickos said that more information about the store or membership is available at villagebountiful.com.
Vendors will be set up on State Route 7 near Afton again tomorrow from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with a variety of items for sale, organizer Melissa Matthews of 6Zero7 Vendor Connection explains:
(Mellissa Matthews 9-25-20)
More information is available at 242-8473 or at Facebook.com/6Zero7Vendor Connection.
The Greater Oneonta Historical Society's 14th annual benefit auction will be 2 virtual auctions this year, they have contracted with 32Auctions, and the 1st auction has about a dozen items, and runs from this morning at 10:00 AM, and will close on Sunday at 9:00 PM, Society Executive Director Bob Brzozowski explains:
(Bob Brzozowski 9-22-20)
The link for the preliminary auction is 32auctions.com/GOHSMiniAuction; a 2nd bigger auction is scheduled online November 15 to November 21. More information is available at 432-0960 or by email: info@OneontaHistory.org. The History Center at 183 Main Street in Oneonta will be open during the auction hours to assist with online auction questions.
State Police arrested an Otsego County juvenile for Making a Terroristic Threat. State Police reported that on Tuesday approximately 40 illegitimate phone calls were made to Otsego County 911 between 7:00 & 9:00 PM, some of the calls threatened the 911 center and members of Law Enforcement. An investigation led troopers to a residence in the city of Oneonta where troopers interviewed an adult and a juvenile. The juvenile was arrested and issued a Family Court Appearance ticket. Investigators determined there are no other suspects involved.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 38 year old Ashley McLean of South Kortright following a motor vehicle accident in the Town of Meredith on last Sunday, on State Highway 28 in the Town of Meredith. Deputies reported that the driver left the scene after running off the roadway, striking a guide rail & abandoning the vehicle a short distance away. McLean is accused of driving with a suspended license & was charged with aggravated unlicensed operation & 5 other traffic infractions; she was released & was ordered to appear in the Town of Meredith Court at a later date.
Governor Cuomo announced that 908 New Yorkers tested positive for COVID 19 Thursday out of almost 95,000 tests, bringing the state total to 453,755 since March. There were 511 Hospitalized, 154 were in an ICU bed, 76 were on ventilators, there were 7 COVID-19 Deaths in New York State Thursday, and the state's death toll is 25,446.
Chenango County Public Health announced that they were still at 248 COVID 19 cases, with 2 Active Cases, 82 Active Quarantines, no one is hospitalized, there have been 7 deaths, 226 Recoveries, & a Total of 27,854 Tests have been Performed.
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold a "Fall Festival" next month on Main Street in Sidney, Chamber President Teri Schunk said that they are looking for vendors to participate:
(Teri Schunk 9-25-20)
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival will be held October 17 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM., more information is available at 561-2642.
NYSEG will be hosting a food drive on Saturday to support the CHOW program as part of the International Volunteer Week. The public can drop off canned goods at the NYSEG office in Vestal between 8:00 AM and 2:00 PM on Saturday. Volunteers will also be collecting empty cans and bottles to redeem the five-cent bottle deposit for CHOW.
The Village of Morris will celebrate their 150th anniversary this weekend, with a variety of events scheduled both days. the full line up of events can be found at the Village of Morris Facebook page.
Several Oneonta Area organizations have teamed up for a series of outdoor movies to be held at the Foothills Performing Arts Center Parking lot on Market Street in Oneonta. The gates open at 6:00 PM, Labyrinth will be the feature tomorrow night, Jurassic Park will play October 3rd & The Hunger Games October 10th, in case of inclement weather, the movies will be moved to the Club Odyssey at 80 Water Street in Oneonta, with COVID restrictions.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-25-20
The Broome County Health Department announced their latest COVID 19 numbers Thursday afternoon, they are reporting 1377 total cases, with 82 deaths, 1232 recoveries & 729 people are being monitored by the Department
Delaware County Public Health reported no new cases of COVID 19 Thursday, they have had 120 total cases, with 7 deaths, 110 recoveries, there are 3 active cases & 11 people are quarantined.
Governor Cuomo announced that New York residents can fish for free on Saturday, which is National Hunting and Fishing Day. Freshwater Fishing in New York Generates Estimated $2.14 Billion in Economic Activity Annually, Supports Nearly 11,000 Jobs Statewide
The Village Bountiful will open their new market in the Willow Bend Plaza at 1004 State Highway 7 in Unadilla Tomorrow morning, Spokesperson Jakkie Bickos explains:
(Jakkie Bickos 9-11-20)
Bickos said that more information about the store or membership is available at villagebountiful.com.
Vendors will be set up on State Route 7 near Afton again tomorrow from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with a variety of items for sale, organizer Melissa Matthews of 6Zero7 Vendor Connection explains:
(Mellissa Matthews 9-25-20)
More information is available at 242-8473 or at Facebook.com/6Zero7Vendor Connection.
The Greater Oneonta Historical Society's 14th annual benefit auction will be 2 virtual auctions this year, they have contracted with 32Auctions, and the 1st auction has about a dozen items, and runs from this morning at 10:00 AM, and will close on Sunday at 9:00 PM, Society Executive Director Bob Brzozowski explains:
(Bob Brzozowski 9-22-20)
The link for the preliminary auction is 32auctions.com/GOHSMiniAuction; a 2nd bigger auction is scheduled online November 15 to November 21. More information is available at 432-0960 or by email: info@OneontaHistory.org. The History Center at 183 Main Street in Oneonta will be open during the auction hours to assist with online auction questions.
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WCDO News — Wednesday 9-16-20
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-16-20
Governor Cuomo announced that 652 new cases of COVID 19 were diagnosed Tuesday out of the 75,087 tests administered Bringing Statewide Total to 446,366. Patient Hospitalization were up slightly to 483, 138 were in ICU Beds, 67 were on Ventilators there were 4 deaths, bringing the Total number of Deaths to 25,410
Governor Cuomo announced that New York will not ban trick-or-treating this Halloween. The Governor said that when Halloween comes around, Guidance will be issued, he also said that the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will be held in a virtual format this year. The parade will be televised on November 26th, but will feature pre-recorded performances, balloons will also be flown using approved specialty vehicles.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand Discussed legislation Tuesday to help veterans with diseases linked to burn pits or other toxic exposures, to obtain benefits from the VA:
(Gillibrand 9-16-20)
Gillibrand said that An Estimated 3.5 Million Veterans Could Have Been Exposed To Burn Pits That Spewed Toxic Fumes And Carcinogens Into The Air while serving overseas, the VA Is Denying Veterans' Benefits.
The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce will host a Virtual Meeting about Public Health during COVID-19, tonight at 7:00 PM through Zoom. Otsego County director of Public Health Heidi Bond will be 1 of the participants; the session will cover topics such as contact tracing, serum testing, the importance of COVID-19 testing and pool testing. The event is open to the public, more information or registration is available at 432-4500 or by email: BAHeegan@otsegocc.com
Chenango County Public Health announced that they are at 245 total cases of COVID19 since March, they have 5 active cases, 1 hospitalization, 105 quarantines, 7 deaths, 218 recoveries, and they have performed over 26,100 tests.
Village Elections were held Tuesday around the state. Many area candidates ran unopposed, in the Unadilla mayor's race; write in candidate Jack Insinga defeated longtime incumbent mayor Dave Welch 36 to 29. Trustees’ seats were won by Paul Baldwin & Joshua Palmer. In Afton, incumbent Mayor Janice Nickerson won over write in candidate Mellissa Mathews, village board member Robert Humphrey defeated write in candidate Alexis VanBuren.
Governor Cuomo today announced that the Special Enrollment Period for uninsured New Yorkers will be extended through December 31, 2020, as the State continues to provide supportive services during the COVID-19 public health crisis. New Yorkers can apply for coverage through NY State of Health, New York State's health insurance marketplace, or directly through insurers. Consumers can apply for coverage through NY State of Health online at nystateofhealth.ny.gov, by phone at 1-855-355-5777, and by connecting with a free enrollment assistor.
Volunteers are needed to assist with the Catholic Charities community food distribution Thursday in Sidney. Those who would like to volunteer are advised to Carol Allen, at 563-8065, they should arrive to the Sidney Fire department site on River Street by 8:30 AM Thursday, and the food giveaway begins at 10:00 AM.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-16-20
Governor Cuomo announced that 6 states have been removed from the travel advisory requiring 14 day quarantines after arriving in New York State. The Governor said that California, Hawaii, Maryland, Minnesota, Nevada and Ohio Are Removed. The Full list is at coronavirus.health.ny.gov.
State Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker announced nursing homes in New York will be allowed to resume limited visitations for facilities that have been without COVID-19 for at least 14 days, a revision to the 28 day guidelines previously set by the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This updated guidance will allow eligible visitation in approximately 500 of the state’s 613 nursing homes. The guidelines go into effect Thursday; they require visitors to present a verified negative test result within the last seven days. More information is available at health.ny.gov/facilities.
The Delaware County Chamber Of Commerce is holding their 2nd of 3 job fair events this afternoon in Delhi, Chamber President Ray Pucci Comments:
(Ray Pucci 9-16-20)
Pucci said that today & the final Job Fair on Friday will be held from 1:00 to 3:30 under the tents outside of the Chamber office at 5 1/2 Main Street in Delhi. More information is available at delawarecounty.org.
Otsego County Department of Health announced 3 new cases were reported for COVID 19, 2 were close contacts of a positive and 1 had no identified exposure. Currently, the county reports 684 confirmed cases linked to SUNY Oneonta, 15 confirmed cases in Hartwick College students, there are 42 active cases currently residing in the county. There have been 844 total confirmed cases & there are no hospitalizations. There will be free rapid testing at the Armory in Oneonta from 9am-6pm today, call 547-4279 to register.
Delaware County Public Health received no positive lab reports for COVID-19 Wednesday, they still report 117 total Positive tests since March, 108 have recovered, 3 active cases are recovering at home, 6 have died, 61 are quarantined & Delaware County Public Health has conducted Results 16535 tests.
State Police at Oneonta arrested 26 year old Eric Meade of Oneonta for Petit Larceny, Criminal Possession of Stolen Property and Criminal Trespass, following a complaint of a theft in progress on South Side Drive in the town of Oneonta Sunday morning. Troopers spotted Meade, who was in possession of coins that were allegedly stolen out of unlocked cars on South Side Drive. The investigation also revealed he had also taken items from an unlocked vehicle on Glen Drive. Meade was processed then released on appearance tickets to the town of Oneonta court on October 20, 2020.
Governor Cuomo announced that 652 new cases of COVID 19 were diagnosed Tuesday out of the 75,087 tests administered Bringing Statewide Total to 446,366. Patient Hospitalization were up slightly to 483, 138 were in ICU Beds, 67 were on Ventilators there were 4 deaths, bringing the Total number of Deaths to 25,410
Governor Cuomo announced that New York will not ban trick-or-treating this Halloween. The Governor said that when Halloween comes around, Guidance will be issued, he also said that the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will be held in a virtual format this year. The parade will be televised on November 26th, but will feature pre-recorded performances, balloons will also be flown using approved specialty vehicles.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand Discussed legislation Tuesday to help veterans with diseases linked to burn pits or other toxic exposures, to obtain benefits from the VA:
(Gillibrand 9-16-20)
Gillibrand said that An Estimated 3.5 Million Veterans Could Have Been Exposed To Burn Pits That Spewed Toxic Fumes And Carcinogens Into The Air while serving overseas, the VA Is Denying Veterans' Benefits.
The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce will host a Virtual Meeting about Public Health during COVID-19, tonight at 7:00 PM through Zoom. Otsego County director of Public Health Heidi Bond will be 1 of the participants; the session will cover topics such as contact tracing, serum testing, the importance of COVID-19 testing and pool testing. The event is open to the public, more information or registration is available at 432-4500 or by email: BAHeegan@otsegocc.com
Chenango County Public Health announced that they are at 245 total cases of COVID19 since March, they have 5 active cases, 1 hospitalization, 105 quarantines, 7 deaths, 218 recoveries, and they have performed over 26,100 tests.
Village Elections were held Tuesday around the state. Many area candidates ran unopposed, in the Unadilla mayor's race; write in candidate Jack Insinga defeated longtime incumbent mayor Dave Welch 36 to 29. Trustees’ seats were won by Paul Baldwin & Joshua Palmer. In Afton, incumbent Mayor Janice Nickerson won over write in candidate Mellissa Mathews, village board member Robert Humphrey defeated write in candidate Alexis VanBuren.
Governor Cuomo today announced that the Special Enrollment Period for uninsured New Yorkers will be extended through December 31, 2020, as the State continues to provide supportive services during the COVID-19 public health crisis. New Yorkers can apply for coverage through NY State of Health, New York State's health insurance marketplace, or directly through insurers. Consumers can apply for coverage through NY State of Health online at nystateofhealth.ny.gov, by phone at 1-855-355-5777, and by connecting with a free enrollment assistor.
Volunteers are needed to assist with the Catholic Charities community food distribution Thursday in Sidney. Those who would like to volunteer are advised to Carol Allen, at 563-8065, they should arrive to the Sidney Fire department site on River Street by 8:30 AM Thursday, and the food giveaway begins at 10:00 AM.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-16-20
Governor Cuomo announced that 6 states have been removed from the travel advisory requiring 14 day quarantines after arriving in New York State. The Governor said that California, Hawaii, Maryland, Minnesota, Nevada and Ohio Are Removed. The Full list is at coronavirus.health.ny.gov.
State Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker announced nursing homes in New York will be allowed to resume limited visitations for facilities that have been without COVID-19 for at least 14 days, a revision to the 28 day guidelines previously set by the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This updated guidance will allow eligible visitation in approximately 500 of the state’s 613 nursing homes. The guidelines go into effect Thursday; they require visitors to present a verified negative test result within the last seven days. More information is available at health.ny.gov/facilities.
The Delaware County Chamber Of Commerce is holding their 2nd of 3 job fair events this afternoon in Delhi, Chamber President Ray Pucci Comments:
(Ray Pucci 9-16-20)
Pucci said that today & the final Job Fair on Friday will be held from 1:00 to 3:30 under the tents outside of the Chamber office at 5 1/2 Main Street in Delhi. More information is available at delawarecounty.org.
Otsego County Department of Health announced 3 new cases were reported for COVID 19, 2 were close contacts of a positive and 1 had no identified exposure. Currently, the county reports 684 confirmed cases linked to SUNY Oneonta, 15 confirmed cases in Hartwick College students, there are 42 active cases currently residing in the county. There have been 844 total confirmed cases & there are no hospitalizations. There will be free rapid testing at the Armory in Oneonta from 9am-6pm today, call 547-4279 to register.
Delaware County Public Health received no positive lab reports for COVID-19 Wednesday, they still report 117 total Positive tests since March, 108 have recovered, 3 active cases are recovering at home, 6 have died, 61 are quarantined & Delaware County Public Health has conducted Results 16535 tests.
State Police at Oneonta arrested 26 year old Eric Meade of Oneonta for Petit Larceny, Criminal Possession of Stolen Property and Criminal Trespass, following a complaint of a theft in progress on South Side Drive in the town of Oneonta Sunday morning. Troopers spotted Meade, who was in possession of coins that were allegedly stolen out of unlocked cars on South Side Drive. The investigation also revealed he had also taken items from an unlocked vehicle on Glen Drive. Meade was processed then released on appearance tickets to the town of Oneonta court on October 20, 2020.
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WCDO News — Friday 7-24-20
Governor Cuomo unveiled the latest numbers regarding the Coronavirus. There were 753 news cases diagnosed Thursday, bringing the state total to 410450, the number of people hospitalized was down to 650, there were 9 deaths on the state, bringing the total to 25,090.
Chenango County Public Health released their latest COVID 19 numbers today, they report 194 total cases since March, with 145 Active Quarantines, no Active Hospitalizations, 7 deaths, 168 Recoveries, and they have performed 15157 tests. Isaiah Sutton of Chenango County Public Health said that a latest positive test showed that the individual was at 2 Norwich Bars recently, & ignored Pandemic protocols:
(Isaiah Sutton 7-24-20)
Sutton said that all of the local counties have been seeing increases again, largely due to larger summertime gatherings; he urges that people continue to practice socially distancing, wear a face mask properly & avoid large gatherings wherever possible.
The Broome County Health Department announced Friday that they are up to 906 positive cases of COVID 19, with 63 deaths, 695 recoveries and 610 are being monitored by the Health Department.
The Afton Open Air Market hosted by 6zero7 Advertising will hold their first free event of the summer tomorrow from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 1386 State Route 7. Melissa Matthews of 6Zero7 Advertising comments:
(Melissa Matthews 7-24-20)
Suburban Propane is allowing guests to park in their neighboring lot during the Open Air Market, social distancing & face mask wearing is mandatory.
Sales tax revenue for local governments in the state dropped 27.1% in the 2nd quarter compared to the same period last year, according to State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Most counties outside of New York City saw an improvement compared to the significant drops they experienced from the pandemic in April and May; more information is available at osc.state.ny.us
State Senator Jim Seward announced that Diane Munro of Roxbury has been confirmed by the state senate as a member of the Olympic Regional Development Authority. Munro has held positions as a teacher, principal, and superintendent, & while a Sidney resident Years ago, she was a co-founder of Sidney Area Youth Advocate Program, and the Tri-Town Boys and Girls Club, she currently serves the board of directors of the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council of Delaware County, and is a member of the Delaware County and Central Catskills Chamber of Commerce, the appointment runs through June 19, 2024.
Governor Cuomo stated Thursday that New York State has one license for bars & restaurants, and people are misunderstanding the concept of outdoor dining;
(Cuomo food bars)
The State Police & State Liquor Authority will look into as many cases as they can of violating of the state laws, local police agencies are also being asked to enforce the law.
Delaware County received 2 new positive test results for COVID-19 Thursday and no additional recoveries. The known active cases in the County as of today is 7, To date there have been 91 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Delaware County, with 56 people under mandatory quarantine and 10 people under precautionary quarantine, 6 people are isolated at home and 1 is in the hospital, 6 people have died and 78 have fully recovered.
Police are looking for a 93 year old Rockland County man with dementia, who may be driving in the local region. Joseph Buffamento is described as a white man, 5'5" about 135 pounds, with gray hair, Brown eyes, driving a 2002 Toyota Rav 4 with license plate number 556823, he was last seen driving on Oquaga Lake Road at about 7:30 PM last night. Anyone with information is asked to call 911. (Buffamento was located safely at home Friday morning)
State Senator Jim Seward announced Senate passage of legislation to assist a retired teacher from Otsego County who was being forced to repay the State Teachers Retirement System nearly $64,000 due to multiple accounting errors. Katherine Sweeney retired from teaching from the Richfield Springs school district in 2004, in 2018 & again in 2019 she was informed that she was overcompensated & had to reimburse the State Retirement System. Sweeney contacted Senator Seward, the issue was corrected, legislation passed both houses & the bill will now go to the governor for final approval.
The State DOT is advising motorists that State Route 7 between Chase Street and Mill Street in the Town of Worcester, will be closed until approximately September 1 to replace the large culvert over West Hill Road Creek. Through traffic is being diverted to I-88 from exit 18 (Schenevus) to exit 19 (Worcester). Detours are posted. Motorists are urged to slow down and drive responsibly in work zones. Fines are doubled for speeding in a work zone.
Chenango County Public Health released their latest COVID 19 numbers today, they report 194 total cases since March, with 145 Active Quarantines, no Active Hospitalizations, 7 deaths, 168 Recoveries, and they have performed 15157 tests. Isaiah Sutton of Chenango County Public Health said that a latest positive test showed that the individual was at 2 Norwich Bars recently, & ignored Pandemic protocols:
(Isaiah Sutton 7-24-20)
Sutton said that all of the local counties have been seeing increases again, largely due to larger summertime gatherings; he urges that people continue to practice socially distancing, wear a face mask properly & avoid large gatherings wherever possible.
The Broome County Health Department announced Friday that they are up to 906 positive cases of COVID 19, with 63 deaths, 695 recoveries and 610 are being monitored by the Health Department.
The Afton Open Air Market hosted by 6zero7 Advertising will hold their first free event of the summer tomorrow from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 1386 State Route 7. Melissa Matthews of 6Zero7 Advertising comments:
(Melissa Matthews 7-24-20)
Suburban Propane is allowing guests to park in their neighboring lot during the Open Air Market, social distancing & face mask wearing is mandatory.
Sales tax revenue for local governments in the state dropped 27.1% in the 2nd quarter compared to the same period last year, according to State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Most counties outside of New York City saw an improvement compared to the significant drops they experienced from the pandemic in April and May; more information is available at osc.state.ny.us
State Senator Jim Seward announced that Diane Munro of Roxbury has been confirmed by the state senate as a member of the Olympic Regional Development Authority. Munro has held positions as a teacher, principal, and superintendent, & while a Sidney resident Years ago, she was a co-founder of Sidney Area Youth Advocate Program, and the Tri-Town Boys and Girls Club, she currently serves the board of directors of the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council of Delaware County, and is a member of the Delaware County and Central Catskills Chamber of Commerce, the appointment runs through June 19, 2024.
Governor Cuomo stated Thursday that New York State has one license for bars & restaurants, and people are misunderstanding the concept of outdoor dining;
(Cuomo food bars)
The State Police & State Liquor Authority will look into as many cases as they can of violating of the state laws, local police agencies are also being asked to enforce the law.
Delaware County received 2 new positive test results for COVID-19 Thursday and no additional recoveries. The known active cases in the County as of today is 7, To date there have been 91 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Delaware County, with 56 people under mandatory quarantine and 10 people under precautionary quarantine, 6 people are isolated at home and 1 is in the hospital, 6 people have died and 78 have fully recovered.
Police are looking for a 93 year old Rockland County man with dementia, who may be driving in the local region. Joseph Buffamento is described as a white man, 5'5" about 135 pounds, with gray hair, Brown eyes, driving a 2002 Toyota Rav 4 with license plate number 556823, he was last seen driving on Oquaga Lake Road at about 7:30 PM last night. Anyone with information is asked to call 911. (Buffamento was located safely at home Friday morning)
State Senator Jim Seward announced Senate passage of legislation to assist a retired teacher from Otsego County who was being forced to repay the State Teachers Retirement System nearly $64,000 due to multiple accounting errors. Katherine Sweeney retired from teaching from the Richfield Springs school district in 2004, in 2018 & again in 2019 she was informed that she was overcompensated & had to reimburse the State Retirement System. Sweeney contacted Senator Seward, the issue was corrected, legislation passed both houses & the bill will now go to the governor for final approval.
The State DOT is advising motorists that State Route 7 between Chase Street and Mill Street in the Town of Worcester, will be closed until approximately September 1 to replace the large culvert over West Hill Road Creek. Through traffic is being diverted to I-88 from exit 18 (Schenevus) to exit 19 (Worcester). Detours are posted. Motorists are urged to slow down and drive responsibly in work zones. Fines are doubled for speeding in a work zone.
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