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WCDO News — Friday 7-3-26
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-3-26
State Police will increase patrols to crack down on drunk and drugged driving and other traffic infractions over the Fourth of July holiday, through Sunday night. Drivers can expect to encounter sobriety checkpoints and DWI patrols, Troopers will also be looking for motorists who are using their phones and other electronic devices while driving, they should also remember to “move over” for stopped emergency and hazard vehicles when traveling. Last year’s Fourth of July enforcement period, Troopers issued 10,497 total tickets, arrested 210 people for DWI, 258 tickets for distracted driving, 301 tickets for Move Over law violations.
Otsego County Office of Emergency Services announced that the State of Emergency for bot the towns of Pittsfield & Laurens have been rescinded today. Motorists are urged to drive with caution in those towns as recovery efforts are continuing.
49 year old Thomas George of Binghamton, was found guilty following a jury trial in Broome County Court for Criminal Possession of a Weapon. On July 1, 2025, Police conducted a traffic stop in Johnson City, officers located drug paraphernalia and a quantity of methamphetamine, they also discovered that George had a loaded handgun concealed in his waistband, with 10 rounds of ammunition. George is scheduled to be sentenced on August 14th, he faces up to 15 years in State Prison followed by 5 years of post-release supervision.
The Chenango County Historical Society and the Chenango County Historian’s Office are hosting the “America’s Potluck & Turtle Island Festival” from 4–8 pm. on July 5 at the Chenango County Fairgrounds. Historical Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin told WCDO what people can expect to see:
(Jessica Moquin 7-3-26)
The event is part of the local commemorations of America250, made possible by the NY 250 Commission, the Community Foundation for South Central New York and UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital.
The Nate Lull Scholarship Fundraiser Golf Tournament is held This Sunday at Ouleout Creek Golf Course in Franklin, Lull told WCDO about the latest tournament:
(Nate Lull 7-3-26)
This year's tournament will be raising money for the 2027 edition of the scholarship, where the goal is to surpass last year's fundraising efforts, about 60 teams will be participating.
The Unadilla Friends Church at 747 Rogers Hollow Road will be opened on Sunday, at 1 PM, the Time Capsule reveal will begin. There will be activities following the reveal, A gathering of new memorabilia to be placed in the new capsule for 2076 will take place, For more information call 607-563-8083 or call/text 607-434-0651.
Guinness World Record holder Bill Clark will attempt to break the record for the most decks of cards ripped in half in 60 seconds at Mirabito Stadium after the Rumble Ponies’ game tonight against the Chesapeake Baysox. The current World Record for the most decks of cards ripped in half in 60 seconds is 26 decks.
A.M. NEWS Friday 7-3-26
State Police at Binghamton responded to a 2-vehicle crash involving an SUV and motorcycle on Hunt Hill Road in the town of Fenton Thursday. The preliminary investigation indicates that an SUV was traveling north on Hunt Hill Road when the operator was making a left turn into a driveway, the motorcycle was traveling south when the 2 vehicles collided, the motorcycle became engulfed in flames, The operator of the motorcycle did not survive. The SUV operator did not report any injuries. The roadway was closed during the investigation. The investigation remains ongoing.
The Southern Tier Music Festival will be held tomorrow afternoon into the evening hours at the Sidney Municipal Airport, co-organizer Teri Schunk comments:
(Teri Schunk 7-3-26)
The schedule can be located at southerntiermusicfest.com, General Admission tickets can also be purchased at the gate.
Days 3 and 4 of the 4 day Oneonta 250 celebration continues Saturday & Sunday; On Saturday, the traditional Hometown Fourth events will be held, Hill City Celebrations Board Chairman Sean Lewis comments:
(Sean Lewis 7-3-26)
Lewis said that More information is at hometown4th.com.
The weekend concludes from 1 to 5 pm. Sunday, July 5 with Huntington Park’s Festival Under the Big Tent, a re-creation of a Redpath Chautauqua event that took place in 1914 in Huntington Park. Huntington Library Director Alex Benjamin explains:
(Alex Benjamin 7-3-26)
America 250 Oneonta events are supported by the City of Oneonta, as well as local businesses, more information is available by visiting Facebook: Oneonta250.
On Saturday, July 4 The Unadilla Time Capsule on the Community House front lawn, will be opened up after a parade, Jill Sholtes was 1 of the 4th Graders in 1976 who participated in the planning the Time Capsule, and is 1 of Saturday;s organizers, told WCDO about the Capsule:
(Jill Sholtes 7-3-26)
Sholtes said that 23 of the 1976 4th Graders will be there Saturday, after the parade from the Unatego Elementary School to the Community House, The Time Capsule will be opened at 12:00 Noon. A new Tricentennial time capsule for 2076 is being organized by the Rotary Club of Unadilla. Anyone is invited to contribute an item to be opened on July 4, 2076.
The Gilbertsville Pet Parade will be held tonight, where people are encouraged to bring their pets, preferably in costume, to walk through the hamlet, organizer Traci Martinetti explains:
(Traci Martinetti 7-3-26)
The event is free and starts at 6:30 this evening.
State Police will increase patrols to crack down on drunk and drugged driving and other traffic infractions over the Fourth of July holiday, through Sunday night. Drivers can expect to encounter sobriety checkpoints and DWI patrols, Troopers will also be looking for motorists who are using their phones and other electronic devices while driving, they should also remember to “move over” for stopped emergency and hazard vehicles when traveling. Last year’s Fourth of July enforcement period, Troopers issued 10,497 total tickets, arrested 210 people for DWI, 258 tickets for distracted driving, 301 tickets for Move Over law violations.
Otsego County Office of Emergency Services announced that the State of Emergency for bot the towns of Pittsfield & Laurens have been rescinded today. Motorists are urged to drive with caution in those towns as recovery efforts are continuing.
49 year old Thomas George of Binghamton, was found guilty following a jury trial in Broome County Court for Criminal Possession of a Weapon. On July 1, 2025, Police conducted a traffic stop in Johnson City, officers located drug paraphernalia and a quantity of methamphetamine, they also discovered that George had a loaded handgun concealed in his waistband, with 10 rounds of ammunition. George is scheduled to be sentenced on August 14th, he faces up to 15 years in State Prison followed by 5 years of post-release supervision.
The Chenango County Historical Society and the Chenango County Historian’s Office are hosting the “America’s Potluck & Turtle Island Festival” from 4–8 pm. on July 5 at the Chenango County Fairgrounds. Historical Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin told WCDO what people can expect to see:
(Jessica Moquin 7-3-26)
The event is part of the local commemorations of America250, made possible by the NY 250 Commission, the Community Foundation for South Central New York and UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital.
The Nate Lull Scholarship Fundraiser Golf Tournament is held This Sunday at Ouleout Creek Golf Course in Franklin, Lull told WCDO about the latest tournament:
(Nate Lull 7-3-26)
This year's tournament will be raising money for the 2027 edition of the scholarship, where the goal is to surpass last year's fundraising efforts, about 60 teams will be participating.
The Unadilla Friends Church at 747 Rogers Hollow Road will be opened on Sunday, at 1 PM, the Time Capsule reveal will begin. There will be activities following the reveal, A gathering of new memorabilia to be placed in the new capsule for 2076 will take place, For more information call 607-563-8083 or call/text 607-434-0651.
Guinness World Record holder Bill Clark will attempt to break the record for the most decks of cards ripped in half in 60 seconds at Mirabito Stadium after the Rumble Ponies’ game tonight against the Chesapeake Baysox. The current World Record for the most decks of cards ripped in half in 60 seconds is 26 decks.
A.M. NEWS Friday 7-3-26
State Police at Binghamton responded to a 2-vehicle crash involving an SUV and motorcycle on Hunt Hill Road in the town of Fenton Thursday. The preliminary investigation indicates that an SUV was traveling north on Hunt Hill Road when the operator was making a left turn into a driveway, the motorcycle was traveling south when the 2 vehicles collided, the motorcycle became engulfed in flames, The operator of the motorcycle did not survive. The SUV operator did not report any injuries. The roadway was closed during the investigation. The investigation remains ongoing.
The Southern Tier Music Festival will be held tomorrow afternoon into the evening hours at the Sidney Municipal Airport, co-organizer Teri Schunk comments:
(Teri Schunk 7-3-26)
The schedule can be located at southerntiermusicfest.com, General Admission tickets can also be purchased at the gate.
Days 3 and 4 of the 4 day Oneonta 250 celebration continues Saturday & Sunday; On Saturday, the traditional Hometown Fourth events will be held, Hill City Celebrations Board Chairman Sean Lewis comments:
(Sean Lewis 7-3-26)
Lewis said that More information is at hometown4th.com.
The weekend concludes from 1 to 5 pm. Sunday, July 5 with Huntington Park’s Festival Under the Big Tent, a re-creation of a Redpath Chautauqua event that took place in 1914 in Huntington Park. Huntington Library Director Alex Benjamin explains:
(Alex Benjamin 7-3-26)
America 250 Oneonta events are supported by the City of Oneonta, as well as local businesses, more information is available by visiting Facebook: Oneonta250.
On Saturday, July 4 The Unadilla Time Capsule on the Community House front lawn, will be opened up after a parade, Jill Sholtes was 1 of the 4th Graders in 1976 who participated in the planning the Time Capsule, and is 1 of Saturday;s organizers, told WCDO about the Capsule:
(Jill Sholtes 7-3-26)
Sholtes said that 23 of the 1976 4th Graders will be there Saturday, after the parade from the Unatego Elementary School to the Community House, The Time Capsule will be opened at 12:00 Noon. A new Tricentennial time capsule for 2076 is being organized by the Rotary Club of Unadilla. Anyone is invited to contribute an item to be opened on July 4, 2076.
The Gilbertsville Pet Parade will be held tonight, where people are encouraged to bring their pets, preferably in costume, to walk through the hamlet, organizer Traci Martinetti explains:
(Traci Martinetti 7-3-26)
The event is free and starts at 6:30 this evening.
ALEX BENJAMINAMERICA'S POTLUCKBILL CLARKBinghamtonBINGHAMTON RUMBLE PONIESCHENANGO COUNTY FAIRGROUNDSCHENANGO HISTORICAL SOCIETYFentonGILBERTSVILLE PET PARADEHOMETOWN 4THHUNTINGTON PARKJESSICA MOQUINJILL SHOLTESLAURENSMIRABITO STADIIUMNew YorkNorwichNYONEONTA 250Otsego County Office of Emergency ServicesPittsfieldSEAN LEWISSIDNEY MUNICIPAL AIRPORTSOUTHERN TIER MUSIC FESTIVALTERI SCHUNKTHOMAS GEORGETRACI MARTINETTITURTLE ISLAND FESTIVALUNADILLA FRIENDS CHURCHUNADILLA TIME CAPSULEWCDO
WCDO News — Friday 3-13-26
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-13-26
Unadilla will unearth & open a time capsule this July 4th that was buried on July 4th 1976 as part of the nation's Bicentennial Celebrations, Unadilla Mayor Jake Cotten told WCDO News about the big day:
(Jake Cotten 3-13-26)
Cotten said that the Unadilla Rotary Club plans to place a number of items in a time capsule & bury it the same day, to have it opened 50 years later, to keep the tradition going.
Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango and the New York State Veterans Home at Oxford recently finalized a long-awaited partnership which now allows residents of the home and their families to receive hospice care from the nurses and volunteers of the organization. Executive Director Kendall Johnson of Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango told WCDO news about the partnership:
(Kendall Johnson 3-13-26)
Johnson said that the contract was signed in January & Hospice has already served clients at the Vets home in Oxford. More information about Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango County can be obtained by calling 607-334-3556.
The final two weekends in March have been designated as New York State Maple Weekends, & the making maple syrup will be highlighted this year at Rogers Environmental Center during their Maple Magic Weekend Celebration in Sherburne on Saturday, March 28 and Sunday, March 29, from 12PM-3PM on both days. The evaporator will be boiling in the Sugarshack, which will be open for syrup samples and educational demonstrations, The event will also feature live music, the Rogers Center is one of the state's 4 environmental education centers, at 2721 state highway 80, Sherburne.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-13-26
The Annual St. Baldrick's head shaving fundraising event will be held at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich, Saturday from 1:00 to 4:00 PM, the annual event raises funds for the St. Baldrick's Foundation in their effort to find a cure for cancer through research. More information is available at stbaldricks.org/events/norwich2026.
Fenimore Farm & Country Village in Cooperstown will have the next of their “Sugaring Off Sundays” event this Sunday from 8:30 am - 1:00 pm, spokesperson Kerri Green explains:
(Kerri Green 3-13-26)
More information about Sugaring Off Sunday all this month, and other events can be found at fenimorefarm.org.
The New York State Burn Ban will be in effect starting Monday until May 14th, The law stipulates that there will be no Burning of brush of debris in order to prevent wildfires or grass-fires from spreading during the driest time of the year.
Unadilla will unearth & open a time capsule this July 4th that was buried on July 4th 1976 as part of the nation's Bicentennial Celebrations, Unadilla Mayor Jake Cotten told WCDO News about the big day:
(Jake Cotten 3-13-26)
Cotten said that the Unadilla Rotary Club plans to place a number of items in a time capsule & bury it the same day, to have it opened 50 years later, to keep the tradition going.
Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango and the New York State Veterans Home at Oxford recently finalized a long-awaited partnership which now allows residents of the home and their families to receive hospice care from the nurses and volunteers of the organization. Executive Director Kendall Johnson of Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango told WCDO news about the partnership:
(Kendall Johnson 3-13-26)
Johnson said that the contract was signed in January & Hospice has already served clients at the Vets home in Oxford. More information about Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango County can be obtained by calling 607-334-3556.
The final two weekends in March have been designated as New York State Maple Weekends, & the making maple syrup will be highlighted this year at Rogers Environmental Center during their Maple Magic Weekend Celebration in Sherburne on Saturday, March 28 and Sunday, March 29, from 12PM-3PM on both days. The evaporator will be boiling in the Sugarshack, which will be open for syrup samples and educational demonstrations, The event will also feature live music, the Rogers Center is one of the state's 4 environmental education centers, at 2721 state highway 80, Sherburne.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-13-26
The Annual St. Baldrick's head shaving fundraising event will be held at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich, Saturday from 1:00 to 4:00 PM, the annual event raises funds for the St. Baldrick's Foundation in their effort to find a cure for cancer through research. More information is available at stbaldricks.org/events/norwich2026.
Fenimore Farm & Country Village in Cooperstown will have the next of their “Sugaring Off Sundays” event this Sunday from 8:30 am - 1:00 pm, spokesperson Kerri Green explains:
(Kerri Green 3-13-26)
More information about Sugaring Off Sunday all this month, and other events can be found at fenimorefarm.org.
The New York State Burn Ban will be in effect starting Monday until May 14th, The law stipulates that there will be no Burning of brush of debris in order to prevent wildfires or grass-fires from spreading during the driest time of the year.
WCDO News — Thursday 11-20-25
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 11-20-25
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand demanded that the Trump administration immediately release federal LIHEAP funding, which helps low-income New Yorkers heat their homes through the state’s Home Energy Assistance Program:
(Gillibrand 11-20-25)
LIHEAP helps over a million low-income households across the state afford their energy bills and make cost-effective repairs to their heating systems. The program is administered by the state but funded by the federal government. States typically receive their LIHEAP allocations from the Department of Health and Human Services by early November, but funding was put on hold during the government shutdown. The funding bill that ended the government shutdown included the same level of funding as last year, but the administration has not released the $4 billion allocated for the program.
35 year old Kyron Milner of Binghamton was found guilty by a jury for 3rd degree Burglary and Resisting Arrest. On December 28, 2024, the Binghamton Police Department responded to a business alarm at 200 Court Street in the City of Binghamton. Security cameras inside the building showed Milner inside the secured premises, Milner falsely claimed to officers that he was an employee of the business, when he was not., he resisted arrest, but was taken into custody. Milner faces up to 7 years in State Prison upon sentencing at a later date.
United Way of Mid Rural New York set a campaign goal this year of $562,000, in the 4 counties that they serve, Executive Director Elizabeth Monaco explains:
(Elizabeth Monaco 11-20-25)
To donate online to the United Way of Mid Rural New York, go to uwmrny.org/Donate
Mirabito Convenience Stores throughout New York and Pennsylvania sponsored a Round Up campaign in conjunction with its Mirabito Cares program which raised $75,000 in support of the American Cancer Society, spokesperson Marissa Sweeney comments;
(Marissa Sweeney 11-20-25)
Sweeney said that the Proceeds will directly support local patients and families through vital American Cancer Society programs, including nights at Hope Lodge during treatment and recovery, rides to medical appointments, and access to trained Cancer Specialists who provide 24/7 guidance and support.
Delaware Opportunities reminds local residents that Food Pantries are available around the county, There are NO income guidelines to be eligible, More information is available at delawareopportunities.org.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 11-20-25
Commerce Chenango is having their Thanksgiving Luncheon today from 11:00 Am to 1:00 PM at the Norwich Family YMCA, for Commerce Chenango members & the public, who have signed up. Participants are asked to bring donations that will go to area food pantries.
Sidney Community Foundation and the Sidney Rotary are teaming up to host a seminar on Advanced Techniques in charitable gifting, including as part of estate planning. the seminar will be held at the Sidney Library Smart Community Room at 6:30 PM this evening.
This is an annual social engineering event to encourage Americans to stop tobacco smoking. The Great American Smoke-out challenges smokers to quit cigarettes for 24 hours with the hopes that this decision will continue forever. More information is available at cancer.org.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand demanded that the Trump administration immediately release federal LIHEAP funding, which helps low-income New Yorkers heat their homes through the state’s Home Energy Assistance Program:
(Gillibrand 11-20-25)
LIHEAP helps over a million low-income households across the state afford their energy bills and make cost-effective repairs to their heating systems. The program is administered by the state but funded by the federal government. States typically receive their LIHEAP allocations from the Department of Health and Human Services by early November, but funding was put on hold during the government shutdown. The funding bill that ended the government shutdown included the same level of funding as last year, but the administration has not released the $4 billion allocated for the program.
35 year old Kyron Milner of Binghamton was found guilty by a jury for 3rd degree Burglary and Resisting Arrest. On December 28, 2024, the Binghamton Police Department responded to a business alarm at 200 Court Street in the City of Binghamton. Security cameras inside the building showed Milner inside the secured premises, Milner falsely claimed to officers that he was an employee of the business, when he was not., he resisted arrest, but was taken into custody. Milner faces up to 7 years in State Prison upon sentencing at a later date.
United Way of Mid Rural New York set a campaign goal this year of $562,000, in the 4 counties that they serve, Executive Director Elizabeth Monaco explains:
(Elizabeth Monaco 11-20-25)
To donate online to the United Way of Mid Rural New York, go to uwmrny.org/Donate
Mirabito Convenience Stores throughout New York and Pennsylvania sponsored a Round Up campaign in conjunction with its Mirabito Cares program which raised $75,000 in support of the American Cancer Society, spokesperson Marissa Sweeney comments;
(Marissa Sweeney 11-20-25)
Sweeney said that the Proceeds will directly support local patients and families through vital American Cancer Society programs, including nights at Hope Lodge during treatment and recovery, rides to medical appointments, and access to trained Cancer Specialists who provide 24/7 guidance and support.
Delaware Opportunities reminds local residents that Food Pantries are available around the county, There are NO income guidelines to be eligible, More information is available at delawareopportunities.org.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 11-20-25
Commerce Chenango is having their Thanksgiving Luncheon today from 11:00 Am to 1:00 PM at the Norwich Family YMCA, for Commerce Chenango members & the public, who have signed up. Participants are asked to bring donations that will go to area food pantries.
Sidney Community Foundation and the Sidney Rotary are teaming up to host a seminar on Advanced Techniques in charitable gifting, including as part of estate planning. the seminar will be held at the Sidney Library Smart Community Room at 6:30 PM this evening.
This is an annual social engineering event to encourage Americans to stop tobacco smoking. The Great American Smoke-out challenges smokers to quit cigarettes for 24 hours with the hopes that this decision will continue forever. More information is available at cancer.org.
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETYBinghamtonCommerce ChenangoDELAWARE OPPORTUNITIESELIZABETH MONACOGREAT AMERICAN SMOKEOUTKYRON MILNERLIHEAPMARISSA SWEENEYMIRABITO CARESMIRABITO CONVENIENCE STORESSIDNEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONSIDNEY LIBRARYSIDNEY ROTARY CLUBU.S. SENATOR KIRSTEN GILLIBRANDUnited Way of Mid Rural New York
WCDO News — Friday 8-29-25
WCDO News Friday 8-29-25
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies responded on August 20th, to a 2 car motor vehicle accident in the Town of Sidney, in which one driver had reportedly left the scene. With the assistance of the Village of Sidney Police Department, the driver was identified as 38-year-old Joshua Crisell of Sidney, and the vehicle was located at a residence in Sidney. Deputies charged Crisell with Reckless Driving, driving to left of pavement markings, failure to keep right and leaving the scene of a property damage accident, Crisell was released on an appearance ticket for the Town of Sidney Town Court at a later date.
State Police issued 109 tickets during a four-hour long Operation Hard Hat detail within a work zone on Interstate 81 in the town of Chenango Thursday. The detail was a combined effort with the State Police and the Broome County Sheriff’s Department, Crews from the DOT were repairing the bridge rail over Front Street. The area is a 55mph zone and just the left lane was closed, while two others were still open to accommodate traffic. Troopers charged 27 for using cell phones while driving, 36 for speeding, 27 for no seat belt, 19 other cvarious tickets were issued.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 50 year old Adam Zuk of Masonville for his non-compliance to Family Court Order of Protection. On August 18th, Deputies o served Zuk with a Delaware County Family Court Order of Protection, he was advised that he needed to vacate the property, Zuk failed to comply, he was charged with Criminal Contempt, he was processed, arraigned & was released on his own recognizance. On August 20th, Deputies were advised that Zuk had attempted to make telephone contact with the protected party, he was charged with Criminal Contempt, he was arraigned and was being held at the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $5,000 cash bail and $10,000 bond.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will be holding their annual "Bainbridge Days" this Saturday throughout the village, Mayor Phil Wade explains:
(Phil Wade 8-29-25)
The full schedule can be found at the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce Facebook page, also the 3rd Annual Community Health Fair will be held Saturday from 10 AM to 3 PM at the Bainbridge Village Green, in conjunction with the Bainbridge Days celebration, organizer Reverend Kenneth Simurra told WCDO News about some of the organizations that are already signed up to participate:
(Kenneth Simurra 8-29-25)
Reverend Simurra said that the 1st Presbyterian, Bainbridge and United Presbyterian, East Guilford along with St. Peter’s Episcopal Church have teamed up to help present the Community Health Fair, more information is available at 845-522-4200.
The Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta has brought back "The Idol Kings" following a great show last year, Foothills Director Geoff Doyle comments:
(Geoff Doyle 8-29-25)
Tickets can be purchased before the show or at foothillspac.org.
Norwich High School will hold its inaugural Hall of Distinction induction ceremony on Saturday at 4:30 PM in the senior high school. Committee member Anthony Testani told WCDO news who is being recognized:
(Anthony Testani 8-29-25)
The Hall of Distinction Committee is currently accepting nominations for future classes of honorees. Nomination forms can be found on the school district website norwichcsd.org, under the documents heading. Also, The Norwich High School Alumni Weekend Special will be held at the Norwich VFW Saturday night from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. The Beadle Brothers will perform & money raised will go the the Norwich Volunteer Fire Association & the Norwich VFW.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., at the Delhi United Ministry, 1 Church Street, another will be on Saturday by the Bainbridge Rotary Club in the Town Hall from 9:30 to 2:00 PM. Schedule an appointment with the Red Cross App, at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-REDCROSS.
The Otsego County Sheriff's Office, Department of Health & The Governor's Traffic Safety Committee will host a Child Car Seat Safety Check Saturday at the Oneonta Home Depot on State Highway 28 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Certified Technicians will make sure that seats are installed properly & answer questionb particicpants in the Saturday event.
Bovina Farm Day returns this Sunday, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, which offiers visitors an opportunity to connect with the land, meet local farmers, and experience Delaware County farm life. The event will be held on Crescent Valley Road in Bovina, more information ios available at farmingbovinaNY.org.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies responded on August 20th, to a 2 car motor vehicle accident in the Town of Sidney, in which one driver had reportedly left the scene. With the assistance of the Village of Sidney Police Department, the driver was identified as 38-year-old Joshua Crisell of Sidney, and the vehicle was located at a residence in Sidney. Deputies charged Crisell with Reckless Driving, driving to left of pavement markings, failure to keep right and leaving the scene of a property damage accident, Crisell was released on an appearance ticket for the Town of Sidney Town Court at a later date.
State Police issued 109 tickets during a four-hour long Operation Hard Hat detail within a work zone on Interstate 81 in the town of Chenango Thursday. The detail was a combined effort with the State Police and the Broome County Sheriff’s Department, Crews from the DOT were repairing the bridge rail over Front Street. The area is a 55mph zone and just the left lane was closed, while two others were still open to accommodate traffic. Troopers charged 27 for using cell phones while driving, 36 for speeding, 27 for no seat belt, 19 other cvarious tickets were issued.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 50 year old Adam Zuk of Masonville for his non-compliance to Family Court Order of Protection. On August 18th, Deputies o served Zuk with a Delaware County Family Court Order of Protection, he was advised that he needed to vacate the property, Zuk failed to comply, he was charged with Criminal Contempt, he was processed, arraigned & was released on his own recognizance. On August 20th, Deputies were advised that Zuk had attempted to make telephone contact with the protected party, he was charged with Criminal Contempt, he was arraigned and was being held at the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $5,000 cash bail and $10,000 bond.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will be holding their annual "Bainbridge Days" this Saturday throughout the village, Mayor Phil Wade explains:
(Phil Wade 8-29-25)
The full schedule can be found at the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce Facebook page, also the 3rd Annual Community Health Fair will be held Saturday from 10 AM to 3 PM at the Bainbridge Village Green, in conjunction with the Bainbridge Days celebration, organizer Reverend Kenneth Simurra told WCDO News about some of the organizations that are already signed up to participate:
(Kenneth Simurra 8-29-25)
Reverend Simurra said that the 1st Presbyterian, Bainbridge and United Presbyterian, East Guilford along with St. Peter’s Episcopal Church have teamed up to help present the Community Health Fair, more information is available at 845-522-4200.
The Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta has brought back "The Idol Kings" following a great show last year, Foothills Director Geoff Doyle comments:
(Geoff Doyle 8-29-25)
Tickets can be purchased before the show or at foothillspac.org.
Norwich High School will hold its inaugural Hall of Distinction induction ceremony on Saturday at 4:30 PM in the senior high school. Committee member Anthony Testani told WCDO news who is being recognized:
(Anthony Testani 8-29-25)
The Hall of Distinction Committee is currently accepting nominations for future classes of honorees. Nomination forms can be found on the school district website norwichcsd.org, under the documents heading. Also, The Norwich High School Alumni Weekend Special will be held at the Norwich VFW Saturday night from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. The Beadle Brothers will perform & money raised will go the the Norwich Volunteer Fire Association & the Norwich VFW.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., at the Delhi United Ministry, 1 Church Street, another will be on Saturday by the Bainbridge Rotary Club in the Town Hall from 9:30 to 2:00 PM. Schedule an appointment with the Red Cross App, at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-REDCROSS.
The Otsego County Sheriff's Office, Department of Health & The Governor's Traffic Safety Committee will host a Child Car Seat Safety Check Saturday at the Oneonta Home Depot on State Highway 28 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Certified Technicians will make sure that seats are installed properly & answer questionb particicpants in the Saturday event.
Bovina Farm Day returns this Sunday, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, which offiers visitors an opportunity to connect with the land, meet local farmers, and experience Delaware County farm life. The event will be held on Crescent Valley Road in Bovina, more information ios available at farmingbovinaNY.org.
1ST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF BAINBRIDGEADAM ZUKAMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVESBainbridge DaysBAINBRIDGE MAYOR PHIL WADEBAINBRIDGE ROTARY CLUBBEADLE BROTHERSBOVINA FARM DAYDELHI UNITED MINSTRYFoothills Performing Arts and Civic CenterGEOFF DOYLEGOVERNOR'S TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEEJOSHUA CRISSELLMASONVILLENew YorkNorwich High School Hall of DistinctionNORWICH VFWNYOneontaOPERATION HARD HATOTSEGO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMOTSEGO COUNTY SHERIFF OFFICEREVEREND KENNETH SIMURRASidneyST. PETER'S CHURCHTHE UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF EAST GUILFORDWCDO
WCDO News — Friday 1-24-25
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 1-24-25
A Delaware County Grand Jury returned a 2-count indictment against 36 year old Benjamin Combes of New Lisbon, for Course of Sexual Conduct Against a Child, & Predator Sexual Assault against a child. Combes is accused of engaging in acts of sexual conduct against a child less than 13 years old, he faces up to 25 years in prison and 20 years of post-release supervision, Combes is currently incarcerated in Otsego County for unrelated charges. He is scheduled to be transported to Delaware County Court for arraignment on January 28th. .
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office was made aware of a scam that has been circulating, where someone claims to be working with the Sheriff’s Office and asking for money for missing court dates. Sheriff Cutting announced that members of the Sheriff’s Office do not call asking for money regarding criminal matters, and anyone with further questions can call the Sheriff's Office at 607-334-2000
Governor Hochul is proposing $8 million dollars in her executive budget to strengthen security at the Northern Border by adding more state troopers:
(Hochul 1-24-25)
There have been increased numbers of illegal Immigrants crossing the norther border with Canada coming from Mexico & Central American Countries, and they are suspected of sneaking in illicit drugs, after crackdowns at the Southern Border.
22 school districts were designated in some level of fiscal stress under State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli's Fiscal Stress Monitoring System for the school year ending this June, up from 16 districts in fiscal stress last year. The low number of districts with stress designations largely reflects recent increases in state and federal aid, there were no districts within the WCDO listening on the list this year.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 1-24-25
State Police executed a search warrant at a property on Mudge King Road in the town of North Norwich Wednesday night as part of an investigation into possible animal neglect. Over 4 dozen animals were removed, including 30 horses, all animals were all in need of medical care & were taken to various animal rescue locations around the region, Police located multiple deceased animals on the property. The landowners are cooperating with State Police, who were assisted by the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office, Chenango County Office of Emergency Management, the Susquehanna SPCA, Chenango County SPCA, and numerous animal care professionals and advocates. The investigation is on-going.
The Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors approved $273 million in financial assistance for water infrastructure improvement projects across New York State. Locally, Funding was approved for the City of Norwich for $4 million in grant and interest-free financing for the planning, design, and construction of wastewater treatment plant upgrades, the Village of Sherburne receives $3.7 million grant for the planning, design, and construction of wastewater treatment plant upgrades.
The State DEC announced $342,500 in grants were awarded to 17 municipalities across the state to purchase or lease zero-emission light- and medium-duty fleet vehicles as part of the Municipal Zero-Emission Vehicle Rebate Program. The 2024 round of the program is making 17 awards to municipalities, Recipients of the 2024 rebate awards include the City of Binghamton, with $15,000 for 3 battery electric vehicles & the Town of Oneonta, with $7,500 for one battery electric vehicle.
Various Law Enforcement Officials in Broome County joined with the Lindsey family, to express their opposition to the potential parole of James Wales, the convicted murderer of 12-year-old Cheri Lindsey in 1984. Wales was convicted for rape and murder, he has been denied parole 5 times since becoming eligible in 2017, he is scheduled for consideration by the New York State Parole Board.
The Oneonta Rotary & the Otsego County Department of Health announced the installation of 5 new Narcan Boxes throughout the county as part of its ongoing efforts to combat the opioid epidemic. The vending machines are located in Cherry Valley, Edmeston, Cooperstown, and Richfield Springs, the Oneonta Narcan Box is located at the Elm Park Methodist Church.
The Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre and Gallery Presents The Kevin Prater Band Saturday night, Jericho Arts Council Spokesman Phil Wade Comments:
(Phil Wade)
Ticket Reservations are available by calling (607) 288-3882.
A Delaware County Grand Jury returned a 2-count indictment against 36 year old Benjamin Combes of New Lisbon, for Course of Sexual Conduct Against a Child, & Predator Sexual Assault against a child. Combes is accused of engaging in acts of sexual conduct against a child less than 13 years old, he faces up to 25 years in prison and 20 years of post-release supervision, Combes is currently incarcerated in Otsego County for unrelated charges. He is scheduled to be transported to Delaware County Court for arraignment on January 28th. .
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office was made aware of a scam that has been circulating, where someone claims to be working with the Sheriff’s Office and asking for money for missing court dates. Sheriff Cutting announced that members of the Sheriff’s Office do not call asking for money regarding criminal matters, and anyone with further questions can call the Sheriff's Office at 607-334-2000
Governor Hochul is proposing $8 million dollars in her executive budget to strengthen security at the Northern Border by adding more state troopers:
(Hochul 1-24-25)
There have been increased numbers of illegal Immigrants crossing the norther border with Canada coming from Mexico & Central American Countries, and they are suspected of sneaking in illicit drugs, after crackdowns at the Southern Border.
22 school districts were designated in some level of fiscal stress under State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli's Fiscal Stress Monitoring System for the school year ending this June, up from 16 districts in fiscal stress last year. The low number of districts with stress designations largely reflects recent increases in state and federal aid, there were no districts within the WCDO listening on the list this year.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 1-24-25
State Police executed a search warrant at a property on Mudge King Road in the town of North Norwich Wednesday night as part of an investigation into possible animal neglect. Over 4 dozen animals were removed, including 30 horses, all animals were all in need of medical care & were taken to various animal rescue locations around the region, Police located multiple deceased animals on the property. The landowners are cooperating with State Police, who were assisted by the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office, Chenango County Office of Emergency Management, the Susquehanna SPCA, Chenango County SPCA, and numerous animal care professionals and advocates. The investigation is on-going.
The Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors approved $273 million in financial assistance for water infrastructure improvement projects across New York State. Locally, Funding was approved for the City of Norwich for $4 million in grant and interest-free financing for the planning, design, and construction of wastewater treatment plant upgrades, the Village of Sherburne receives $3.7 million grant for the planning, design, and construction of wastewater treatment plant upgrades.
The State DEC announced $342,500 in grants were awarded to 17 municipalities across the state to purchase or lease zero-emission light- and medium-duty fleet vehicles as part of the Municipal Zero-Emission Vehicle Rebate Program. The 2024 round of the program is making 17 awards to municipalities, Recipients of the 2024 rebate awards include the City of Binghamton, with $15,000 for 3 battery electric vehicles & the Town of Oneonta, with $7,500 for one battery electric vehicle.
Various Law Enforcement Officials in Broome County joined with the Lindsey family, to express their opposition to the potential parole of James Wales, the convicted murderer of 12-year-old Cheri Lindsey in 1984. Wales was convicted for rape and murder, he has been denied parole 5 times since becoming eligible in 2017, he is scheduled for consideration by the New York State Parole Board.
The Oneonta Rotary & the Otsego County Department of Health announced the installation of 5 new Narcan Boxes throughout the county as part of its ongoing efforts to combat the opioid epidemic. The vending machines are located in Cherry Valley, Edmeston, Cooperstown, and Richfield Springs, the Oneonta Narcan Box is located at the Elm Park Methodist Church.
The Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre and Gallery Presents The Kevin Prater Band Saturday night, Jericho Arts Council Spokesman Phil Wade Comments:
(Phil Wade)
Ticket Reservations are available by calling (607) 288-3882.
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WCDO News — Tuesday 11-5-24
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-5-24
Today is Election Day with polls open until 9:00 PM, voters will be deciding on the next President, plus a US Senator between incumbent Kirsten Gillibrand against Republican Mike Sapraicone, 19th Congressional District Voters will chose their Representative between incumbent Republican Marc Molinaro & Democrat Josh Riley.
Tri County area voters will be deciding on their representation in the State Legislature, in the 51st District, incumbent Republican Peter Oberacker of Schenevus faces Democrat Michele Frazier of Delhi. Oberacker said that he has succeeded in the Senate by coming up with the Clear Funding proposal:
(Oberacker 11-5-24)
Frazier said that she represents the quintessential Rural New York Experience:
(Michele Frazier 11-5-24)
In the New York 121st State Assembly District 121, Republican Incumbent Joe Angelino faces Democrat Vickie Davis, Angelino said that he is one of a small number of lawmakers with Law Enforcement experience, that needs to be heard in Albany:
(Joe Angelino 11-5-24)
Davis said that prospective constituents tell her that the biggest problem that needs to be addressed is the lack of access to basic needs:
(Vickie Davis 11-5-24)
Some local residents will be voting in the 102nd District between incumbent Republican Chris Tague & Democrat Janet Tweed, in the 122nd District, incumbent Republican Brian Miller faces Democrat Adrienne Martini
Voters in Chenango County will be looking to fill a new Position for Chenango County Family Court judge between Republican Diane DiStefano & Democrat Lisa Natoli, DiStefano said that she has experience as a judge:
(Diane DiStefano 11-5-24)
Natoli said that she has lengthy experience dealing with typical Family Court cases:
(Lisa Natoli 11-5-24)
State Voters will also be deciding on Proposition #1, which would protect against unequal treatment based on ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, and sex, including sexual orientation, gender identity and pregnancy & protects against unequal treatment based on reproductive healthcare and autonomy. A "YES" vote puts these protections in the State Constitution, which a "NO" vote leaves these protections out of the State Constitution.
The State Office of the Attorney General’s Election Protection Hotline is available for today's election, to assist voters with various issues they may face at the polls. Voters can call the hotline at 1-866-390-2992 or submit complaints online for assistance. The telephone hotline will be open Today between 6 am. and 9 pm. & Wednesday, between 9 am. and 6 pm.
The Rotary Club of Bainbridge is holding their annual Election Day Pancake event at the 1st Presbyterian Church in Bainbridge. the event runs from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM and again from 4:00 to 7:00 PM.
The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting this morning. The Meeting will be held at the Bauer Community Center on Main Street, Unadilla at 8:00.
Today is Election Day with polls open until 9:00 PM, voters will be deciding on the next President, plus a US Senator between incumbent Kirsten Gillibrand against Republican Mike Sapraicone, 19th Congressional District Voters will chose their Representative between incumbent Republican Marc Molinaro & Democrat Josh Riley.
Tri County area voters will be deciding on their representation in the State Legislature, in the 51st District, incumbent Republican Peter Oberacker of Schenevus faces Democrat Michele Frazier of Delhi. Oberacker said that he has succeeded in the Senate by coming up with the Clear Funding proposal:
(Oberacker 11-5-24)
Frazier said that she represents the quintessential Rural New York Experience:
(Michele Frazier 11-5-24)
In the New York 121st State Assembly District 121, Republican Incumbent Joe Angelino faces Democrat Vickie Davis, Angelino said that he is one of a small number of lawmakers with Law Enforcement experience, that needs to be heard in Albany:
(Joe Angelino 11-5-24)
Davis said that prospective constituents tell her that the biggest problem that needs to be addressed is the lack of access to basic needs:
(Vickie Davis 11-5-24)
Some local residents will be voting in the 102nd District between incumbent Republican Chris Tague & Democrat Janet Tweed, in the 122nd District, incumbent Republican Brian Miller faces Democrat Adrienne Martini
Voters in Chenango County will be looking to fill a new Position for Chenango County Family Court judge between Republican Diane DiStefano & Democrat Lisa Natoli, DiStefano said that she has experience as a judge:
(Diane DiStefano 11-5-24)
Natoli said that she has lengthy experience dealing with typical Family Court cases:
(Lisa Natoli 11-5-24)
State Voters will also be deciding on Proposition #1, which would protect against unequal treatment based on ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, and sex, including sexual orientation, gender identity and pregnancy & protects against unequal treatment based on reproductive healthcare and autonomy. A "YES" vote puts these protections in the State Constitution, which a "NO" vote leaves these protections out of the State Constitution.
The State Office of the Attorney General’s Election Protection Hotline is available for today's election, to assist voters with various issues they may face at the polls. Voters can call the hotline at 1-866-390-2992 or submit complaints online for assistance. The telephone hotline will be open Today between 6 am. and 9 pm. & Wednesday, between 9 am. and 6 pm.
The Rotary Club of Bainbridge is holding their annual Election Day Pancake event at the 1st Presbyterian Church in Bainbridge. the event runs from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM and again from 4:00 to 7:00 PM.
The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting this morning. The Meeting will be held at the Bauer Community Center on Main Street, Unadilla at 8:00.
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WCDO News — Friday 10-11-24
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-11-24
Sidney Police Department arrested 51 year old Michael Theill of Sidney Thursday after they conducted a search warrant at 50 East Main Street. During the execution of the search warrant, officers located a 9mm handgun & methamphetamine, Theill was charged with Criminal Possession Of A Weapon, & Criminal Possession Of Controlled Substance With Intent To Sell & Criminal Nuisance, he was processed and arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $50,000 Bail. Sidney Police Department were assisted by State Police and the Delaware County Sheriff's Office.
State Police and local law enforcement will conduct special traffic enforcement during Columbus Day weekend to combat speeding and impaired driving. State Police remind motorists to Obey the speed limit, designate a sober driver, or plan for a ride share to get home safely, always wear seat-belts and do not drive distracted. The enforcement details runs through Monday.
The Open Enrollment period starts next week for Medicare, WCDO spoke with Aaron weeks, the Senior Outreach Worker & Hiicap Coordinator for the Chenango County Area Agency on Aging about the enrollment period and your options to get into the program:
(Aaron Weeks 10-11-24)
More information about the Medicare Open Enrollment Period & other Chenango County senior citizens issues can be found by calling the Chenango County Area Agency on Aging at 607-337-1785.
The Binghamton Black Bears Hockey Team will have their season home opener Saturday at the Visions Veterans Arena, after winning the the Federal Prospects Hockey League championship last season, spokesman Brooks Hill told WCDO that they will have a special ceremony before Saturday's home opener:
(Brooks Hill 10-11-24)
The Black Bears season opener is tonight in Watertown and they will play Watertown for the Home Opener Saturday, more information is available at binghamtonblackbears.com
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-11-24
Norwich area museums are teaming up Saturday for the annual "Museums & More" event Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Jessica Moquin of the Chenango Historical Society explains:
(Jessica Moquin 10-11-24)
Moquin said that there will be family friendly activities inside & outside during the event on Saturday, with a special emphasis on Chenango County's historical figures, art & period correct clothing & many artifacts will be on display. More information about this & futures events can be found at chenangohistorical.org.
Chenango County Health Department reminds county residents that the next vaccine clinic will be held today from 1:30 to 3:30 PM, RSV, COVID & Flu Vaccines will be available at the Health Department at 5 Court Street in Norwich, more information is available at 337-1660.
The Norwich Rotary Club will have their 38th Annual Blood Screening AMBA clinic Saturday at the Norwich YMCA Community Room. Appointments can be made at 1-800-234-8888.
The Out Of The Woodwork Players present “EDGAR ALLEN POE AFTERLIFE RADIO SHOW” tonight & Saturday Night at 7:30PM, and Sunday at 2:00 PM, at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater. Tickets are available at the door prior to each performance, more information is available at jerichoarts.com.
The Sacred Heart Church's annual “HARVEST FESTIVAL” is underway today & again tomorrow, at the Parish Center on Liberty Street in Sidney. Food, Craft items, a haunted house & children's games games will all be featured.
Sidney Police Department arrested 51 year old Michael Theill of Sidney Thursday after they conducted a search warrant at 50 East Main Street. During the execution of the search warrant, officers located a 9mm handgun & methamphetamine, Theill was charged with Criminal Possession Of A Weapon, & Criminal Possession Of Controlled Substance With Intent To Sell & Criminal Nuisance, he was processed and arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $50,000 Bail. Sidney Police Department were assisted by State Police and the Delaware County Sheriff's Office.
State Police and local law enforcement will conduct special traffic enforcement during Columbus Day weekend to combat speeding and impaired driving. State Police remind motorists to Obey the speed limit, designate a sober driver, or plan for a ride share to get home safely, always wear seat-belts and do not drive distracted. The enforcement details runs through Monday.
The Open Enrollment period starts next week for Medicare, WCDO spoke with Aaron weeks, the Senior Outreach Worker & Hiicap Coordinator for the Chenango County Area Agency on Aging about the enrollment period and your options to get into the program:
(Aaron Weeks 10-11-24)
More information about the Medicare Open Enrollment Period & other Chenango County senior citizens issues can be found by calling the Chenango County Area Agency on Aging at 607-337-1785.
The Binghamton Black Bears Hockey Team will have their season home opener Saturday at the Visions Veterans Arena, after winning the the Federal Prospects Hockey League championship last season, spokesman Brooks Hill told WCDO that they will have a special ceremony before Saturday's home opener:
(Brooks Hill 10-11-24)
The Black Bears season opener is tonight in Watertown and they will play Watertown for the Home Opener Saturday, more information is available at binghamtonblackbears.com
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-11-24
Norwich area museums are teaming up Saturday for the annual "Museums & More" event Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Jessica Moquin of the Chenango Historical Society explains:
(Jessica Moquin 10-11-24)
Moquin said that there will be family friendly activities inside & outside during the event on Saturday, with a special emphasis on Chenango County's historical figures, art & period correct clothing & many artifacts will be on display. More information about this & futures events can be found at chenangohistorical.org.
Chenango County Health Department reminds county residents that the next vaccine clinic will be held today from 1:30 to 3:30 PM, RSV, COVID & Flu Vaccines will be available at the Health Department at 5 Court Street in Norwich, more information is available at 337-1660.
The Norwich Rotary Club will have their 38th Annual Blood Screening AMBA clinic Saturday at the Norwich YMCA Community Room. Appointments can be made at 1-800-234-8888.
The Out Of The Woodwork Players present “EDGAR ALLEN POE AFTERLIFE RADIO SHOW” tonight & Saturday Night at 7:30PM, and Sunday at 2:00 PM, at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater. Tickets are available at the door prior to each performance, more information is available at jerichoarts.com.
The Sacred Heart Church's annual “HARVEST FESTIVAL” is underway today & again tomorrow, at the Parish Center on Liberty Street in Sidney. Food, Craft items, a haunted house & children's games games will all be featured.
WCDO News — Friday 10-13-23
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-13-23
Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 35 year old Devyn Wilcox of Harpursville on 27 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child & 1 count of disorderly conduct on Thursday. Deputies responded Thursday afternoon to the Harpursville School District Bus, Wilcox is accused of entering the stopped bus and began yelling, screaming, swearing and threatening juveniles, according to witnesses & video. There were 30 students from elementary school to high school ages on the bus. Wilcox was taken into custody without incident at his residence, he was processed at the Broome County Sheriff’s Correctional Facility and released on appearance tickets for the Town of Colesville Court at a later date. The investigation is continuing.
The next Nate Lull Scholarship Fundraiser will be held at Awestruck Ciders in Sidney this Sunday from 11am to 5pm, Lull told WCDO News that Sunday's fundraiser is one of the key fundraisers for the Scholarship:
(Nate Lull 10-10-23)
The scholarships will be announced next year, for seniors at schools in the WCDO listening area, details are available at natelull.com.
The Community Cultural Center in Sidney will be holding an artistic event tonight, Saturday Night & Sunday Afternoon, with local artist Branden Hurd, with a Jazz concert planned on Sunday as well, spokesperson Amy Williams explains:
(Amy Williams 10-13-23)
Tickets are available at Roasted Coffee House & Barking Cat Boutique, more information is available at the Community Cultural Center Facebook page.
The 2nd Annual Shocktoberfest will be held at the Foothills performing Arts Center in Oneonta Saturday from 3:00 PM to Midnight, spokesman Geoff Doyle comments:
(Geoff Doyle 10-13-23)
More Information is available at foothillspac.org, that also includes a link to eventbrite.com for tickets to Shocktoberfest.
The 5th Annual Matthews Auto Walkathon on October 7th was a huge success, despite torrential rain, and a record breaking $129,798 was raised for 10 local kid’s charities. Please see attached for the final tally. Thank you to everyone who participated and congratulations to our charities! We will be reaching out to arrange a time for check presentations in the coming days. Thank you to everyone for supporting this great event!
The Norwich Rotary Club will have their 38th annual AMBA Program Saturday from 6:30 TO 10:00 AM at the Norwich YMCA Community Room. Low cost blood screenings are available for those who register at 1-800 234-8888 & have a prescription from their health care provider.
The Out Of The Woodwork Players present "YOU KNOW THE OLD SLAYING", Today & Tomorrow at 7:00 PM & Sunday at 2:00 PM at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater, 15 North Main Street in Bainbridge. A Photography exhibit will be in the Gallery, Doors open at 6:00 PM tonight & Saturday.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-13-23
The Amphenol Corporation will have a recruitment event at SUNY Oneonta Morris Conference Center Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM for on-site applications & on the spot interviews. A list of Job openings can be found online at amphenol/sidneyny.jobs.
The Sidney Historical Society will hold a special program tomorrow regarding the State Police at Troop C in Sidney, and their famous "Rough Riders" spokesman Larry Halbert explains:
(Larry Halbert 10-13-23)
The event will be held at the Sidney Public Library Saturday starting at 11:00 AM.
The Sidney Alumni Hall Of Fame Induction ceremony will begin tonight & continue Saturday, spokesman Greg Davie about the schedule:
(Greg Davie 10-10-23)
The inductees Include Steve McMullen, Don Pierce Jr, Liz Eaton Ferenzi, Josh DuMond and Ashley Mahlmeister, plus the new Special Legends Inductees & the Sidney Golf Team from 1983 to 1985.
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held at Hartwick College today from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 PM, appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood donor app, at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800 RED CROSS.
The Sidney Central School Observatory will be open tonight 9:00-10:00 PM after the Sidney football game. In the event of cloudy skies or inclement weather, the session will be canceled. The Observatory is located behind the high school building, go past the main entrance of the gymnasium and turn right past the pool & follow the road to the lower back parking lot.
Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 35 year old Devyn Wilcox of Harpursville on 27 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child & 1 count of disorderly conduct on Thursday. Deputies responded Thursday afternoon to the Harpursville School District Bus, Wilcox is accused of entering the stopped bus and began yelling, screaming, swearing and threatening juveniles, according to witnesses & video. There were 30 students from elementary school to high school ages on the bus. Wilcox was taken into custody without incident at his residence, he was processed at the Broome County Sheriff’s Correctional Facility and released on appearance tickets for the Town of Colesville Court at a later date. The investigation is continuing.
The next Nate Lull Scholarship Fundraiser will be held at Awestruck Ciders in Sidney this Sunday from 11am to 5pm, Lull told WCDO News that Sunday's fundraiser is one of the key fundraisers for the Scholarship:
(Nate Lull 10-10-23)
The scholarships will be announced next year, for seniors at schools in the WCDO listening area, details are available at natelull.com.
The Community Cultural Center in Sidney will be holding an artistic event tonight, Saturday Night & Sunday Afternoon, with local artist Branden Hurd, with a Jazz concert planned on Sunday as well, spokesperson Amy Williams explains:
(Amy Williams 10-13-23)
Tickets are available at Roasted Coffee House & Barking Cat Boutique, more information is available at the Community Cultural Center Facebook page.
The 2nd Annual Shocktoberfest will be held at the Foothills performing Arts Center in Oneonta Saturday from 3:00 PM to Midnight, spokesman Geoff Doyle comments:
(Geoff Doyle 10-13-23)
More Information is available at foothillspac.org, that also includes a link to eventbrite.com for tickets to Shocktoberfest.
The 5th Annual Matthews Auto Walkathon on October 7th was a huge success, despite torrential rain, and a record breaking $129,798 was raised for 10 local kid’s charities. Please see attached for the final tally. Thank you to everyone who participated and congratulations to our charities! We will be reaching out to arrange a time for check presentations in the coming days. Thank you to everyone for supporting this great event!
The Norwich Rotary Club will have their 38th annual AMBA Program Saturday from 6:30 TO 10:00 AM at the Norwich YMCA Community Room. Low cost blood screenings are available for those who register at 1-800 234-8888 & have a prescription from their health care provider.
The Out Of The Woodwork Players present "YOU KNOW THE OLD SLAYING", Today & Tomorrow at 7:00 PM & Sunday at 2:00 PM at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater, 15 North Main Street in Bainbridge. A Photography exhibit will be in the Gallery, Doors open at 6:00 PM tonight & Saturday.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-13-23
The Amphenol Corporation will have a recruitment event at SUNY Oneonta Morris Conference Center Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM for on-site applications & on the spot interviews. A list of Job openings can be found online at amphenol/sidneyny.jobs.
The Sidney Historical Society will hold a special program tomorrow regarding the State Police at Troop C in Sidney, and their famous "Rough Riders" spokesman Larry Halbert explains:
(Larry Halbert 10-13-23)
The event will be held at the Sidney Public Library Saturday starting at 11:00 AM.
The Sidney Alumni Hall Of Fame Induction ceremony will begin tonight & continue Saturday, spokesman Greg Davie about the schedule:
(Greg Davie 10-10-23)
The inductees Include Steve McMullen, Don Pierce Jr, Liz Eaton Ferenzi, Josh DuMond and Ashley Mahlmeister, plus the new Special Legends Inductees & the Sidney Golf Team from 1983 to 1985.
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held at Hartwick College today from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 PM, appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood donor app, at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800 RED CROSS.
The Sidney Central School Observatory will be open tonight 9:00-10:00 PM after the Sidney football game. In the event of cloudy skies or inclement weather, the session will be canceled. The Observatory is located behind the high school building, go past the main entrance of the gymnasium and turn right past the pool & follow the road to the lower back parking lot.
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WCDO News — Friday 10-7-22
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-7-22
State Police Superintendent Kevin Bruen resigned from his position today, First Deputy Superintendent Steven Nigrelli will serve as Acting Superintendent of the State Police on an interim basis, and a search for a permanent replacement is underway.
State Senator Peter Oberacker announced that community libraries throughout the 51st senatorial district have been awarded a total of over $800,000 in public library construction grant funds. Locally, the Bovina Public Library receives over $74,000, The Edmeston Free Library receives over $246,000, the Huntington Memorial Library receives over $19,000, the Kinney Memorial Library over $6,500
Catholic Charities is holding a winter clothing drive in 3 local counties, Penny McKnight of the Sidney Catholic Charities office explains:
(Penny McKnight 10-7-22)
More information about the clothing drive is available at 607-604-4071.
Members of the Chenango County Farm Bureau recently lobbied lawmakers in Washington regarding a series of agricultural issues, Farm Bureau President Bradd Vickers comments:
(Bradd Vickers 10-7-22)
Vickers said that the issues were discussed in hopes of having the issues possibly resolved in the 2023 US Farm bill.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-7-22
The Chenango County Historical Society will host a Living History & Industrial Heritage Festival this Saturday at their Norwich location, commemorating the importance of the Chenango Canal, Historical Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin explains:
(Jessica Moquin 10-7-22)
For more information, visit ChenangoHistorical.org or call (607) 334-9227, extension 2.
The Chenango Arts Council will have a performance of the Agatha Christie's "The Mousetrap" Saturday night at 7:00 PM at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich, spokesperson Mary Beth Miller explains:
(Mary Beth Miller 10-7-22)
Tickets are available at the door, at chenangoarts.org or by calling today at 336-2787.
The Community Cultural Center in Sidney will host a free showing of the Movie "Asteroids" tonight at 8:00 PM, which was made by "Otsego Media" & was shot in Oneonta, Theater Manager Dennis Walrath comments:
(Dennis Walrath 10-7-22)
Walrath said that one or maybe both of the filmmakers will be in attendance tonight.
The American Red Cross is holding a Blood Drive today in Downsville. The blood drive will be held from 8:30 am. to 1:30 pm., at the Downsville Central School, appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
The Norwich Rotary Club is sponsoring their 37th Annual AMBA Blood Screening & Wellness Program this Saturday from 6:30 to 10:00 AM in Norwich YMCA, Appointments are requested at 1-800-234-8888, a prescription from your physician or Family Nurse Practitioner is required.
State Police Superintendent Kevin Bruen resigned from his position today, First Deputy Superintendent Steven Nigrelli will serve as Acting Superintendent of the State Police on an interim basis, and a search for a permanent replacement is underway.
State Senator Peter Oberacker announced that community libraries throughout the 51st senatorial district have been awarded a total of over $800,000 in public library construction grant funds. Locally, the Bovina Public Library receives over $74,000, The Edmeston Free Library receives over $246,000, the Huntington Memorial Library receives over $19,000, the Kinney Memorial Library over $6,500
Catholic Charities is holding a winter clothing drive in 3 local counties, Penny McKnight of the Sidney Catholic Charities office explains:
(Penny McKnight 10-7-22)
More information about the clothing drive is available at 607-604-4071.
Members of the Chenango County Farm Bureau recently lobbied lawmakers in Washington regarding a series of agricultural issues, Farm Bureau President Bradd Vickers comments:
(Bradd Vickers 10-7-22)
Vickers said that the issues were discussed in hopes of having the issues possibly resolved in the 2023 US Farm bill.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-7-22
The Chenango County Historical Society will host a Living History & Industrial Heritage Festival this Saturday at their Norwich location, commemorating the importance of the Chenango Canal, Historical Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin explains:
(Jessica Moquin 10-7-22)
For more information, visit ChenangoHistorical.org or call (607) 334-9227, extension 2.
The Chenango Arts Council will have a performance of the Agatha Christie's "The Mousetrap" Saturday night at 7:00 PM at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich, spokesperson Mary Beth Miller explains:
(Mary Beth Miller 10-7-22)
Tickets are available at the door, at chenangoarts.org or by calling today at 336-2787.
The Community Cultural Center in Sidney will host a free showing of the Movie "Asteroids" tonight at 8:00 PM, which was made by "Otsego Media" & was shot in Oneonta, Theater Manager Dennis Walrath comments:
(Dennis Walrath 10-7-22)
Walrath said that one or maybe both of the filmmakers will be in attendance tonight.
The American Red Cross is holding a Blood Drive today in Downsville. The blood drive will be held from 8:30 am. to 1:30 pm., at the Downsville Central School, appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
The Norwich Rotary Club is sponsoring their 37th Annual AMBA Blood Screening & Wellness Program this Saturday from 6:30 to 10:00 AM in Norwich YMCA, Appointments are requested at 1-800-234-8888, a prescription from your physician or Family Nurse Practitioner is required.
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WCDO News — Tuesday 10-4-22
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-4-22
The Chenango County Historical Society will host a Living History & Industrial Heritage Festival this Saturday with several activities planned in celebration of Path Through History weekend. Historical Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin explains:
(Jessica Moquin 10-4-22)
For more information, visit ChenangoHistorical.org or call (607) 334-9227, extension 2.
A Windsor man has pleaded guilty to Robbery in the 3rd degree. According to the Broome County District Attorney, Scott Frost admitted he stole a motorcycle and threatened to shoot the owner while he was on parole for a burglary in 2014 in Tioga County. Frost will be sentenced in December 2022 and faces two to four years.
The Raymond Corporation will kick off its 8th annual Manufacturing Day event, Celebrating a Century of Innovation, on Friday. This year is the 3rd year Raymond’s Manufacturing Day will be an entirely virtual event. Students will learn about building skills for the future through a virtual manufacturing facility tour, Raymond executive vice president of human resources Steve VanNostrand told WCDO News that there are 3 key reasons for Manufacturing Day:
(Steve VanNostrand 10-4-22)
The Manufacturing day will be held virtually on Friday, it is open to all middle and high school students via teacher registration, teachers can register by email to manufacturingday@raymondcorp.com if you have any questions. More information is available at raymondcorp.com.
The Norwich Rotary Club is sponsoring their 37th Annual AMBA Blood Screening & Wellness Program this Saturday from 6:30 to 10:00 AM in Norwich YMCA, Rotary Spokesman Ron Cerow explains:
(Ron Cerow 10-4-22)
Appointments are requested at 1-800-234-8888, a prescription from your physician or Family Nurse Practitioner is required.
A.M. NEWS Tuesday 10-4-22
State Police are reminding the public that the New York State Police PBA does not solicit money by phone. Recently, State Police have seen reports that someone from a “607” area code is contacting citizens and seeking donations. Anyone who receives one of these phone calls, do not give out your personal information and hang up.
The Broome County Sheriff's Office arrested Michael Benedict of Binghamton, Stephen Parsons of Greene, and Melissa Johnson and Patrick Hill, both of Smithville Flats, for Grand Larceny for allegedly stealing a utility trailer and utility terrain vehicle in the Town of Kirkwood. The suspects & the stolen items were found in Binghamton, all 4 face court action shortly.
The Broome County District Attorney's Office announced that 30-year-old Jordann Maroney of Norwich pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Firearm after she was in possession of an illegal and unlicensed .22 caliber revolver, cocaine, and methamphetamine during a traffic stop in the Town of Barker in March. Maroney will be sentenced at a later date.
Delaware County Public Health will hold a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets today from 6:45PM to 8:45PM at DPW Garage, at 200 Front Street in Deposit. More information is available at 607-832-5200 or delawarecountypublichealth.com.
The Chenango County Historical Society will host a Living History & Industrial Heritage Festival this Saturday with several activities planned in celebration of Path Through History weekend. Historical Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin explains:
(Jessica Moquin 10-4-22)
For more information, visit ChenangoHistorical.org or call (607) 334-9227, extension 2.
A Windsor man has pleaded guilty to Robbery in the 3rd degree. According to the Broome County District Attorney, Scott Frost admitted he stole a motorcycle and threatened to shoot the owner while he was on parole for a burglary in 2014 in Tioga County. Frost will be sentenced in December 2022 and faces two to four years.
The Raymond Corporation will kick off its 8th annual Manufacturing Day event, Celebrating a Century of Innovation, on Friday. This year is the 3rd year Raymond’s Manufacturing Day will be an entirely virtual event. Students will learn about building skills for the future through a virtual manufacturing facility tour, Raymond executive vice president of human resources Steve VanNostrand told WCDO News that there are 3 key reasons for Manufacturing Day:
(Steve VanNostrand 10-4-22)
The Manufacturing day will be held virtually on Friday, it is open to all middle and high school students via teacher registration, teachers can register by email to manufacturingday@raymondcorp.com if you have any questions. More information is available at raymondcorp.com.
The Norwich Rotary Club is sponsoring their 37th Annual AMBA Blood Screening & Wellness Program this Saturday from 6:30 to 10:00 AM in Norwich YMCA, Rotary Spokesman Ron Cerow explains:
(Ron Cerow 10-4-22)
Appointments are requested at 1-800-234-8888, a prescription from your physician or Family Nurse Practitioner is required.
A.M. NEWS Tuesday 10-4-22
State Police are reminding the public that the New York State Police PBA does not solicit money by phone. Recently, State Police have seen reports that someone from a “607” area code is contacting citizens and seeking donations. Anyone who receives one of these phone calls, do not give out your personal information and hang up.
The Broome County Sheriff's Office arrested Michael Benedict of Binghamton, Stephen Parsons of Greene, and Melissa Johnson and Patrick Hill, both of Smithville Flats, for Grand Larceny for allegedly stealing a utility trailer and utility terrain vehicle in the Town of Kirkwood. The suspects & the stolen items were found in Binghamton, all 4 face court action shortly.
The Broome County District Attorney's Office announced that 30-year-old Jordann Maroney of Norwich pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Firearm after she was in possession of an illegal and unlicensed .22 caliber revolver, cocaine, and methamphetamine during a traffic stop in the Town of Barker in March. Maroney will be sentenced at a later date.
Delaware County Public Health will hold a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets today from 6:45PM to 8:45PM at DPW Garage, at 200 Front Street in Deposit. More information is available at 607-832-5200 or delawarecountypublichealth.com.
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