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WCDO News — Tuesday 12-26-23
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 12-26-23
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 37 year old Matthew Romano of Unadilla for Aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle following a property damaged motor vehicle accident in the Town of Oneonta. Romano was found to be operating a motor vehicle with a suspended driver's license, he was issued a uniform traffic ticket and taken into custody on a Oneonta City Court Bench Warrant, he was then turned over to Oneonta PD to answer his warrant.
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 45 year old Tracy Boyer of Columbus following a six-month investigation involving multiple complaints of burglaries and thefts. Boyer was working as a Home Health Aide, she is accused of stealing from her clients, she has been charged with 2nd and 3rd degree grand larceny, 2 counts of 2nd degree burglary, 3 counts of conspiracy, & making a false written statement, she faces court action shortly.
2 Blood Drives are scheduled for this afternoon, 1 is being held at the Quality Inn on State Route 23 Southside in Oneonta, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, another is being held at the Sidney Elks Lodge on River Street also from 1:00 to 6:00 PM. Appointments are requested at redcrossblood.org, 1-800 REDCROSS or with the Blood Donor app.
The State Division of Consumer Protection reminds shoppers of laws that protect consumers about holiday returns. The Department recommends that consumers carefully review and understand what to look for when reviewing return and refund policies. If the retailer does not post a return policy, the law requires the retailer to accept returns of unused, undamaged merchandise within 30 days of the purchase date, with a receipt. For retailers that allow returns, State law does not require refunds to be given in any specific manner. Consumers having difficulty obtaining a refund are encouraged to file a complaint at dos.ny.gov/file-consumer-complaint
A.M. NEWS 12-26-23
Now that Christmas has passed, it's time to think about what to do with some of the items, and if they are recyclable, Tyson Robb of Delaware County Solid Waste explains:
(Tyson Robb 12-26-23)
More information is available at (607) 865-5805 or through your own County Solid Waste management Department.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 63 year old Kenneth Nilson of Oneonta following an investigation of a motor vehicle accident in the Town of Oneonta on December 9th. Nilson was charged with DWI, DWI with a BAC of .08% or more & failure to keep right, he was issued appearance tickets returnable to the Town of Oneonta Court at a later date.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will return this year to honor fallen State Trooper Christopher Skinner, who served for 13 years & was killed in a hit and run in 2014 while conducting a routine traffic stop on Interstate 81 in the Town of Chenango. This Year's Blood Drive will be TODAY at Five Mile Point Fire Company in Kirkwood, from 12 to 6 pm, appointments are available at RedCrossBlood.org, call 1(800) Red Cross or download the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 37 year old Matthew Romano of Unadilla for Aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle following a property damaged motor vehicle accident in the Town of Oneonta. Romano was found to be operating a motor vehicle with a suspended driver's license, he was issued a uniform traffic ticket and taken into custody on a Oneonta City Court Bench Warrant, he was then turned over to Oneonta PD to answer his warrant.
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 45 year old Tracy Boyer of Columbus following a six-month investigation involving multiple complaints of burglaries and thefts. Boyer was working as a Home Health Aide, she is accused of stealing from her clients, she has been charged with 2nd and 3rd degree grand larceny, 2 counts of 2nd degree burglary, 3 counts of conspiracy, & making a false written statement, she faces court action shortly.
2 Blood Drives are scheduled for this afternoon, 1 is being held at the Quality Inn on State Route 23 Southside in Oneonta, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, another is being held at the Sidney Elks Lodge on River Street also from 1:00 to 6:00 PM. Appointments are requested at redcrossblood.org, 1-800 REDCROSS or with the Blood Donor app.
The State Division of Consumer Protection reminds shoppers of laws that protect consumers about holiday returns. The Department recommends that consumers carefully review and understand what to look for when reviewing return and refund policies. If the retailer does not post a return policy, the law requires the retailer to accept returns of unused, undamaged merchandise within 30 days of the purchase date, with a receipt. For retailers that allow returns, State law does not require refunds to be given in any specific manner. Consumers having difficulty obtaining a refund are encouraged to file a complaint at dos.ny.gov/file-consumer-complaint
A.M. NEWS 12-26-23
Now that Christmas has passed, it's time to think about what to do with some of the items, and if they are recyclable, Tyson Robb of Delaware County Solid Waste explains:
(Tyson Robb 12-26-23)
More information is available at (607) 865-5805 or through your own County Solid Waste management Department.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 63 year old Kenneth Nilson of Oneonta following an investigation of a motor vehicle accident in the Town of Oneonta on December 9th. Nilson was charged with DWI, DWI with a BAC of .08% or more & failure to keep right, he was issued appearance tickets returnable to the Town of Oneonta Court at a later date.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will return this year to honor fallen State Trooper Christopher Skinner, who served for 13 years & was killed in a hit and run in 2014 while conducting a routine traffic stop on Interstate 81 in the Town of Chenango. This Year's Blood Drive will be TODAY at Five Mile Point Fire Company in Kirkwood, from 12 to 6 pm, appointments are available at RedCrossBlood.org, call 1(800) Red Cross or download the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
WCDO News — Wednesday 11-1-23
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-1-23
Former Colonial Restaurant owners Yaron Kweller and Jordan Rindgen were aquitted in Broome County Court Tuesday of sexually assaulting a 21-year-old woman in Binghamton in November 2021. The Broome County Jury took about 2 hours to clear the 2 of all charges.
21 year old Patrick Dai of Pittsford, and Cornell University, was arrested Tuesday on a federal criminal complaint charging him with posting threats to kill or injure another using interstate communications. Dai is accused of posting messages to the Cornell section of an online discussion site, where he allegedly called for the deaths of Jewish people and a post threatening to shoot up 104 west, which is a Cornell University kosher dining hall located next to the Cornell Jewish Center. The charge filed against Dai carries a maximum term of 5 years in prison, a fine of up to $250,000, and a term of supervised release of up to 3 years. Dai is being held at the Broome County Correctional Facility pending court action in a federal court in Syracuse.
The State Dec announced that Amphenol Aerospace recently paid a civil penalty of $945,000 for violations related to the tampering of weekly sampling reports and submission of false materials to DEC over a two-year period. The DEC began investigating Amphenol Aerospace in April 2022 after being notified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency of a complaint that the facility had modified sampling practices by removing nitric acid from wastewater, drumming it into 55-gallon drums, and returning it back into the wastewater treatment system after weekly samples of effluent from the outfall had been collected. EnCon Police and DEC Division of Water employees inspected the facility, Amphenol has instituted procedures to avoid potential recurrences.
New York employers are expected to save more than $50 million dollars in 2024 due to a reduction in the annual workers’ compensation assessment rate, which was set today and goes into effect on January 1, 2024. The projected savings will reduce the current assessment costs for all New York State employers, including more than 400,000 small businesses across the state.
Hartwick College will hold their 2nd candidates forum today, today will include candidates running for election in the City of Oneonta. The forum runs from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, in the Shineman Chapel House on the Hartwick College campus, the forums are free & open to the public.
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for Zacheriah Jones-McCombs on an outstanding warrant for Robbery. Jones-McCombs is described as a white male, 5'11", 175 pounds, with brown hair & blue eyes & was last known to frequent the Mary Street area of the City of Binghamton. Anyone with information should submit Tips to gobroomecounty.com/sheriff/warrants or by calling the Broome County Sheriff’s Office tip line at (607) 778-1196.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 11-1-23
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office released the name of the victim killed in a fatal motor vehicle accident on Monday. 17 year old Makai Wilkinson of Harpursville was driving a pickup truck with 2 passengers on Welton Street in the Town of Colesville when the vehicle left the roadway and collided with a tree. The two passengers were transported Wilson Hospital, one for minor injuries and the other for serious injuries, but Wilkinson was pronounced dead at the scene. This is an ongoing investigation.
30 year old Terrence Mewborn pleaded guilty to 1 count of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, in Delaware County Court. On July 2, 2022, Deputies responded to a motor vehicle accident with a rollover in the Town of Franklin, several of the passengers were injured and required hospitalization. Deputies found narcotics, drug paraphernalia, and a semi-automatic handgun, Mewborn was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon, along with several other criminal charges, he entered a plea of guilty, he admitted the handgun was his, and that he did not have a pistol permit, it is anticipated that Mewborn will be sentenced to 2 to 4 years in state prison.
The Sidney Elks Lodge will host the annual Veterans Resource Fair today at 104 River Street, a variety of veterans groups will be participating, including those from the Sidney Veterans Memorial Park, spokesman Tom Ruff commented:
(Tom Ruff 11-1-23)
The event runs from 10:30 to 1:30 PM, more information is available at 563-2175
Chenango Historical Society will have their 2nd annual Author's Day at the SUNY Morrisville Norwich Campus this afternoon with local author's of note, Society Director Jessica Moquin explains:
(Jessica Moquin 11-1-23)
More information about the Chenango Historical Society & their upcoming program is available at 607-334-9227 or chenangohistorical.org.
Former Colonial Restaurant owners Yaron Kweller and Jordan Rindgen were aquitted in Broome County Court Tuesday of sexually assaulting a 21-year-old woman in Binghamton in November 2021. The Broome County Jury took about 2 hours to clear the 2 of all charges.
21 year old Patrick Dai of Pittsford, and Cornell University, was arrested Tuesday on a federal criminal complaint charging him with posting threats to kill or injure another using interstate communications. Dai is accused of posting messages to the Cornell section of an online discussion site, where he allegedly called for the deaths of Jewish people and a post threatening to shoot up 104 west, which is a Cornell University kosher dining hall located next to the Cornell Jewish Center. The charge filed against Dai carries a maximum term of 5 years in prison, a fine of up to $250,000, and a term of supervised release of up to 3 years. Dai is being held at the Broome County Correctional Facility pending court action in a federal court in Syracuse.
The State Dec announced that Amphenol Aerospace recently paid a civil penalty of $945,000 for violations related to the tampering of weekly sampling reports and submission of false materials to DEC over a two-year period. The DEC began investigating Amphenol Aerospace in April 2022 after being notified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency of a complaint that the facility had modified sampling practices by removing nitric acid from wastewater, drumming it into 55-gallon drums, and returning it back into the wastewater treatment system after weekly samples of effluent from the outfall had been collected. EnCon Police and DEC Division of Water employees inspected the facility, Amphenol has instituted procedures to avoid potential recurrences.
New York employers are expected to save more than $50 million dollars in 2024 due to a reduction in the annual workers’ compensation assessment rate, which was set today and goes into effect on January 1, 2024. The projected savings will reduce the current assessment costs for all New York State employers, including more than 400,000 small businesses across the state.
Hartwick College will hold their 2nd candidates forum today, today will include candidates running for election in the City of Oneonta. The forum runs from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, in the Shineman Chapel House on the Hartwick College campus, the forums are free & open to the public.
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for Zacheriah Jones-McCombs on an outstanding warrant for Robbery. Jones-McCombs is described as a white male, 5'11", 175 pounds, with brown hair & blue eyes & was last known to frequent the Mary Street area of the City of Binghamton. Anyone with information should submit Tips to gobroomecounty.com/sheriff/warrants or by calling the Broome County Sheriff’s Office tip line at (607) 778-1196.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 11-1-23
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office released the name of the victim killed in a fatal motor vehicle accident on Monday. 17 year old Makai Wilkinson of Harpursville was driving a pickup truck with 2 passengers on Welton Street in the Town of Colesville when the vehicle left the roadway and collided with a tree. The two passengers were transported Wilson Hospital, one for minor injuries and the other for serious injuries, but Wilkinson was pronounced dead at the scene. This is an ongoing investigation.
30 year old Terrence Mewborn pleaded guilty to 1 count of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, in Delaware County Court. On July 2, 2022, Deputies responded to a motor vehicle accident with a rollover in the Town of Franklin, several of the passengers were injured and required hospitalization. Deputies found narcotics, drug paraphernalia, and a semi-automatic handgun, Mewborn was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon, along with several other criminal charges, he entered a plea of guilty, he admitted the handgun was his, and that he did not have a pistol permit, it is anticipated that Mewborn will be sentenced to 2 to 4 years in state prison.
The Sidney Elks Lodge will host the annual Veterans Resource Fair today at 104 River Street, a variety of veterans groups will be participating, including those from the Sidney Veterans Memorial Park, spokesman Tom Ruff commented:
(Tom Ruff 11-1-23)
The event runs from 10:30 to 1:30 PM, more information is available at 563-2175
Chenango Historical Society will have their 2nd annual Author's Day at the SUNY Morrisville Norwich Campus this afternoon with local author's of note, Society Director Jessica Moquin explains:
(Jessica Moquin 11-1-23)
More information about the Chenango Historical Society & their upcoming program is available at 607-334-9227 or chenangohistorical.org.
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WCDO News — Tuesday 10-24-23
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-24-23
The New York State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for September 2023. The State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased from 3.9% in August to 4.0% in September, locally Chenango County reported 2.9% unemployment, Delaware County 3.4% & Otsego County had 3.0% in September.
Local government sales tax collections in New York state totaled $5.9 billion in the third calendar quarter of 2023 (July - September), an increase of 3.6%, or more than $205 million, compared to the same period last year, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. This marks the second consecutive quarter of collections returning to lower pre-pandemic year-over-year growth rates. The full report can be found at osc.state.ny.us.
Applications for the New York State Trooper Entrance Exam are now available through March 4, 2024. The most recent recruitment effort raised the maximum age to apply from 29 to 34, Military applicants may be eligible to apply up until the age of 42 & the State Police has also revised its tattoo policy, more information & a study guide is available at joinstatepolice.ny.gov.
Governor Hochul announced that the state investment in renewable energy is continuing, with 3 Offshore Wind and 22 Land-Based Renewable Energy Projects, which is expected to power 2.6 Million New York Homes and Deliver 12 Percent of New York’s Electricity Needs in 2030. The Projects are projected to create about 8,300 Jobs and Bring $20 Billion in Economic Development Investments Statewide. Local projects will include Stonewall Solar will build a 145-megawatt solar facility co-located with 20 megawatts of energy storage in the Town of Meredith.
Hartwick College officials announced that they are hosting 2 Candidate Forums prior to Election Day. The Hartwick Institute of Public Service announced that the forums are for Otsego County and Oneonta Common Council candidates. Tomorrow, candidates running for election in Otsego County will participate, on Wednesday, November 1, the institute will host candidates running for election in the City of Oneonta. Both events are scheduled for 6-8 pm. in the Shineman Chapel House on the Hartwick College campus.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-24-23
24 year old Zachary Rowe of Harpursville, appeared for arraignment on a 2-count indictment in Delaware County Court. On October 1st, Sidney Police Officer Royce Terry arrested Rowe on a bench warrant, after being taken into custody, Sidney K9 Officer Riggs conducted a search of his personal property, Riggs quickly discovered and indicated the presence of narcotics, Sidney Police obtained a search warrant & seized $7,000.00 in illegal methamphetamine and fentanyl. The indictment charges Rowe with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance with intent to sell, he was remanded the defendant to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 42 year old Brian Bennett of Oneonta for Criminal Contempt and 2 counts of Aggravated Harassment, following a Domestic incident, in the Town of Walton. On April 28th, 2022, Deputies responded to a Domestic incident, Bennett had been harassing 2 victims by electronic means and that 1 of the victims had a full stay away Order of Protection in place against Bennett. On May 4th, 2022, 2 arrest warrants were issued by the Walton Town Court, On October 11th Deputies arrested and charged Bennett on both arrest warrants, he was held at the Delaware County Correctional Facility to await centralized arraignment.
A free virtual job fair will be held Today, from 11:00am to 1:00pm, for all businesses and job seekers in several counties, including Chenango, Delaware, and Otsego Counties. During the last online job fair, 144 job seekers and 42 businesses or organizations with more than 2,000 job opportunities were in attendance, more information is available at working-solutions.org.
Another American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today at the Sidney Elks Lodge on River Street from 1:00 to 6:00 PM. Appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800 RED CROSS.
The New York State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for September 2023. The State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased from 3.9% in August to 4.0% in September, locally Chenango County reported 2.9% unemployment, Delaware County 3.4% & Otsego County had 3.0% in September.
Local government sales tax collections in New York state totaled $5.9 billion in the third calendar quarter of 2023 (July - September), an increase of 3.6%, or more than $205 million, compared to the same period last year, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. This marks the second consecutive quarter of collections returning to lower pre-pandemic year-over-year growth rates. The full report can be found at osc.state.ny.us.
Applications for the New York State Trooper Entrance Exam are now available through March 4, 2024. The most recent recruitment effort raised the maximum age to apply from 29 to 34, Military applicants may be eligible to apply up until the age of 42 & the State Police has also revised its tattoo policy, more information & a study guide is available at joinstatepolice.ny.gov.
Governor Hochul announced that the state investment in renewable energy is continuing, with 3 Offshore Wind and 22 Land-Based Renewable Energy Projects, which is expected to power 2.6 Million New York Homes and Deliver 12 Percent of New York’s Electricity Needs in 2030. The Projects are projected to create about 8,300 Jobs and Bring $20 Billion in Economic Development Investments Statewide. Local projects will include Stonewall Solar will build a 145-megawatt solar facility co-located with 20 megawatts of energy storage in the Town of Meredith.
Hartwick College officials announced that they are hosting 2 Candidate Forums prior to Election Day. The Hartwick Institute of Public Service announced that the forums are for Otsego County and Oneonta Common Council candidates. Tomorrow, candidates running for election in Otsego County will participate, on Wednesday, November 1, the institute will host candidates running for election in the City of Oneonta. Both events are scheduled for 6-8 pm. in the Shineman Chapel House on the Hartwick College campus.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-24-23
24 year old Zachary Rowe of Harpursville, appeared for arraignment on a 2-count indictment in Delaware County Court. On October 1st, Sidney Police Officer Royce Terry arrested Rowe on a bench warrant, after being taken into custody, Sidney K9 Officer Riggs conducted a search of his personal property, Riggs quickly discovered and indicated the presence of narcotics, Sidney Police obtained a search warrant & seized $7,000.00 in illegal methamphetamine and fentanyl. The indictment charges Rowe with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance with intent to sell, he was remanded the defendant to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 42 year old Brian Bennett of Oneonta for Criminal Contempt and 2 counts of Aggravated Harassment, following a Domestic incident, in the Town of Walton. On April 28th, 2022, Deputies responded to a Domestic incident, Bennett had been harassing 2 victims by electronic means and that 1 of the victims had a full stay away Order of Protection in place against Bennett. On May 4th, 2022, 2 arrest warrants were issued by the Walton Town Court, On October 11th Deputies arrested and charged Bennett on both arrest warrants, he was held at the Delaware County Correctional Facility to await centralized arraignment.
A free virtual job fair will be held Today, from 11:00am to 1:00pm, for all businesses and job seekers in several counties, including Chenango, Delaware, and Otsego Counties. During the last online job fair, 144 job seekers and 42 businesses or organizations with more than 2,000 job opportunities were in attendance, more information is available at working-solutions.org.
Another American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today at the Sidney Elks Lodge on River Street from 1:00 to 6:00 PM. Appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800 RED CROSS.
WCDO News — Tuesday 10-10-23
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-10-23
Susquehanna SPCA announced 2 programs in October made possible by grants from the ASPCA in partnership with Subaru. Five Star Subaru in Oneonta will donate $100 for every dog or cat adopted from the shelter, On Wednesday October 11 and on October 25, a special low-cost clinic supported by a $4,000 ASPCA grant will make spay or neuter procedures available for dogs of income-qualified individuals at a cost of $100 per dog. More information is available by calling 607-547-8111 extension 109.
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)
There will raffles at Sunday's event, the scholarships will be announced next year, details are available at natelull.com.
The Sidney Alumni Hall Of Fame Induction ceremony will be held this weekend, spokesman Greg Davie Told WCDO news who is going in this year:
(Greg Davie 10-10-23)
The inductees will be recognized at Halftime at this Friday's Sidney Football game & the Induction ceremony will be Saturday starting at 5:00 PM at the Sidney Elks Lodge.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-10-23
State Police and Emergency crews responded to a crash on I-88 eastbound in Colesville between exits 5 and 6 yesterday afternoon. An investigation revealed that a pick-up truck was pulling vehicles on a trailer, the operator lost control and rolled the vehicles, blocking both lanes. Some traffic was able to pass on the shoulder before the Interstate was shut down and travelers were re-routed off exit 5 to State Highway 7 then back on to I-88 at exit 6. The operator was a 51-year-old male of Elmira, He was treated on scene but did not wish to be transported to a hospital.
State officials and members of the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services' Office of Fire Prevention and Control will preside over the 26th Annual New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony today. State officials will honor 29 fallen firefighters at the 26th Annual Ceremony, at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center in Albany, starting at 11:00 AM.
Susquehanna SPCA announced 2 programs in October made possible by grants from the ASPCA in partnership with Subaru. Five Star Subaru in Oneonta will donate $100 for every dog or cat adopted from the shelter, On Wednesday October 11 and on October 25, a special low-cost clinic supported by a $4,000 ASPCA grant will make spay or neuter procedures available for dogs of income-qualified individuals at a cost of $100 per dog. More information is available by calling 607-547-8111 extension 109.
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)
There will raffles at Sunday's event, the scholarships will be announced next year, details are available at natelull.com.
The Sidney Alumni Hall Of Fame Induction ceremony will be held this weekend, spokesman Greg Davie Told WCDO news who is going in this year:
(Greg Davie 10-10-23)
The inductees will be recognized at Halftime at this Friday's Sidney Football game & the Induction ceremony will be Saturday starting at 5:00 PM at the Sidney Elks Lodge.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-10-23
State Police and Emergency crews responded to a crash on I-88 eastbound in Colesville between exits 5 and 6 yesterday afternoon. An investigation revealed that a pick-up truck was pulling vehicles on a trailer, the operator lost control and rolled the vehicles, blocking both lanes. Some traffic was able to pass on the shoulder before the Interstate was shut down and travelers were re-routed off exit 5 to State Highway 7 then back on to I-88 at exit 6. The operator was a 51-year-old male of Elmira, He was treated on scene but did not wish to be transported to a hospital.
State officials and members of the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services' Office of Fire Prevention and Control will preside over the 26th Annual New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony today. State officials will honor 29 fallen firefighters at the 26th Annual Ceremony, at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center in Albany, starting at 11:00 AM.
WCDO News — Monday 9-18-23
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-15-23
The Norwich Chapter of the St. Baldrick’s Foundation will hold a fundraising raffle today & tomorrow at Hidden Springs Brewery in the town of Norwich. Organizer Jamie Burchill explains:
(Jamie Burchill 9-15-23)
Burchill said that they are already gearing up for next year’s St. Baldrick’s event in March, last year they raised of $50,000 dollars with the event, to raise money to fight Childhood Cancer.
Sidney Village Police arrested 33 year old Codey Miner of Sidney for burglary, criminal possession of a weapon, criminal mischief, endangering the welfare of a child, preventing an emergency call and menacing 2nd degree. Miner released on own recognizance &will appear back in court later this month.
The annual Sidney Center Tractor Parade will be held tomorrow at 12:00 Noon. A chicken barbecue will also be set up at the Sidney Center Fire House, Registration is from 9:00 to 11:45 A.M.
The City of the Hills Festival will be held this weekend in Downtown Oneonta. The event will be held both Saturday & Sunday with arts, music & food available, it is free to attend & is sponsored by the Community Arts Network of Oneonta.
The State Department of Health released a report regarding tobacco related cancers from 2016 - 2020. Approximately 46,000 cases of tobacco-related cancers are diagnosed in New York State each year. Among the four cancers most closely related to tobacco, rates of esophagus, larynx and lung cancer have steeply declined, but oral cancer increased by 1.3%. Tobacco-related cancers make up 40% of all State cancer cases diagnosed annually. Also 22.5% of high school students reported use of e-cigarettes in the past 30 days; 6.8% of middle school students reported the same. The New York State Smokers' Quitline is available by calling 1-866-NY-QUITS or nysmokefree.com.
An AMBA Blood Screening Clinic is being held Saturday by The Tri-County Chapter of New York State Women, at the Sidney Elks Club. The money raised from the $10.00 sponsor fee are used for local high school scholarships. Call 1-800-234-8888 for an appointment, prescriptions from your health care provider are required.
Blues on the Bridge returns to Binghamton for the 21st year on Saturday, The event is centered around the South Washington Street Bridge. Numerous area bands will perform, More than 50 food tents and other vendors will be set up, more information is available at bluesonthebridge.com.
A.M. NEWS Friday 9-15-23
The Demolition of 27 Market Street in Oneonta will begin today. The building and site have been condemned and deemed unsafe. Absolutely no one is allowed on or near the work area except for the asbestos abatement contractor’s crews. There will be no parking on Chestnut Street Extension except for deliveries, on Monday, building demolition operations will begin, followed by backfilling and grading the site for parking. The project is expected to continue until the end of October.
Delaware Valley Humane Society & Waste Recovery Enterprises have teamed up for the 4th consecutive year for the Heavy Metal Haul Out, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga said that they will do the fundraiser differently this year:
(Erin Insinga 8-23-23)
More information about the fundraiser or adoptions is available at 563-7780.
September is Suicide awareness Month, and 2 events will be coming this month to raise awareness & raise funds to combat the continuing suicide problem. Karen Heisig is the Director of the Greater New York Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, she talked about Tomorrow's Walk in Oneonta:
(Karen Heiseg 9-15-23)
Heiseg said Saturday's Oneonta Walk will be at the 6th Ward Booster Club Field, another will be on September 24th starting at SUNY Delhi at 12:00 Noon, people can register for the walks at AFSP.ORG/Oneonta or AFSP.Org/Delaware County, more information is also available at 315-664-0346.
The Rock Band Jimkata returns home for a show at the Foothills Performing Arts Center Saturday Night, Spokesman Geoff Doyle explains:
(Geoff Doyle 9-15-23)
Doyle said that a few tickets were still available at the box office or at foothillspac.org. for Saturday Night's show.
The Norwich Chapter of the St. Baldrick’s Foundation will hold a fundraising raffle today & tomorrow at Hidden Springs Brewery in the town of Norwich. Organizer Jamie Burchill explains:
(Jamie Burchill 9-15-23)
Burchill said that they are already gearing up for next year’s St. Baldrick’s event in March, last year they raised of $50,000 dollars with the event, to raise money to fight Childhood Cancer.
Sidney Village Police arrested 33 year old Codey Miner of Sidney for burglary, criminal possession of a weapon, criminal mischief, endangering the welfare of a child, preventing an emergency call and menacing 2nd degree. Miner released on own recognizance &will appear back in court later this month.
The annual Sidney Center Tractor Parade will be held tomorrow at 12:00 Noon. A chicken barbecue will also be set up at the Sidney Center Fire House, Registration is from 9:00 to 11:45 A.M.
The City of the Hills Festival will be held this weekend in Downtown Oneonta. The event will be held both Saturday & Sunday with arts, music & food available, it is free to attend & is sponsored by the Community Arts Network of Oneonta.
The State Department of Health released a report regarding tobacco related cancers from 2016 - 2020. Approximately 46,000 cases of tobacco-related cancers are diagnosed in New York State each year. Among the four cancers most closely related to tobacco, rates of esophagus, larynx and lung cancer have steeply declined, but oral cancer increased by 1.3%. Tobacco-related cancers make up 40% of all State cancer cases diagnosed annually. Also 22.5% of high school students reported use of e-cigarettes in the past 30 days; 6.8% of middle school students reported the same. The New York State Smokers' Quitline is available by calling 1-866-NY-QUITS or nysmokefree.com.
An AMBA Blood Screening Clinic is being held Saturday by The Tri-County Chapter of New York State Women, at the Sidney Elks Club. The money raised from the $10.00 sponsor fee are used for local high school scholarships. Call 1-800-234-8888 for an appointment, prescriptions from your health care provider are required.
Blues on the Bridge returns to Binghamton for the 21st year on Saturday, The event is centered around the South Washington Street Bridge. Numerous area bands will perform, More than 50 food tents and other vendors will be set up, more information is available at bluesonthebridge.com.
A.M. NEWS Friday 9-15-23
The Demolition of 27 Market Street in Oneonta will begin today. The building and site have been condemned and deemed unsafe. Absolutely no one is allowed on or near the work area except for the asbestos abatement contractor’s crews. There will be no parking on Chestnut Street Extension except for deliveries, on Monday, building demolition operations will begin, followed by backfilling and grading the site for parking. The project is expected to continue until the end of October.
Delaware Valley Humane Society & Waste Recovery Enterprises have teamed up for the 4th consecutive year for the Heavy Metal Haul Out, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga said that they will do the fundraiser differently this year:
(Erin Insinga 8-23-23)
More information about the fundraiser or adoptions is available at 563-7780.
September is Suicide awareness Month, and 2 events will be coming this month to raise awareness & raise funds to combat the continuing suicide problem. Karen Heisig is the Director of the Greater New York Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, she talked about Tomorrow's Walk in Oneonta:
(Karen Heiseg 9-15-23)
Heiseg said Saturday's Oneonta Walk will be at the 6th Ward Booster Club Field, another will be on September 24th starting at SUNY Delhi at 12:00 Noon, people can register for the walks at AFSP.ORG/Oneonta or AFSP.Org/Delaware County, more information is also available at 315-664-0346.
The Rock Band Jimkata returns home for a show at the Foothills Performing Arts Center Saturday Night, Spokesman Geoff Doyle explains:
(Geoff Doyle 9-15-23)
Doyle said that a few tickets were still available at the box office or at foothillspac.org. for Saturday Night's show.
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WCDO News — Tuesday 8-29-23
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 8-29-23
Delaware County 911 received call Sunday from the operator of tractor trailer stating that he had traveled off the roadway and had rolled over on State Highway 23 in the Town of Kortright. Delaware County Sheriff Deputies were dispatched to the scene along with members of the Davenport Fire Department, Stamford Fire Department, Bovina Fire Department, Headwaters EMS and NYS DEC Spill Response team. 61 year old Michael Rowe of Sidney was taken to Fox Hospital for minor injuries and was released. The investigation into the crash is continuing and tickets are pending.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced new steps to protect individuals from COVID-19 following reports of a new variant, BA.2.86. COVID-19 hospitalizations in New York increased as the summer progressed, an updated COVID-19 vaccine tailored to guard against certain newer variants is expected to arrive in pharmacies and doctor’s offices next month after the Food and Drug Administration advised vaccine manufacturers to develop a new COVID-19 vaccine to target Omicron variants.
Law enforcement in Pennsylvania have charged a New York woman, following an investigation into a car/pedestrian accident, where the pedestrian died & the driver left the scene. Lisa Barnes of Johnson City was charged with Leaving the Scene of a Deadly Crash after the crash on August 11th in Clinton Township, Franklin Pauler was unresponsive and suffering from a severe bleeding injury to his head, Barnes turned herself in the following day, claiming that she was lost & her GPS was not working, Pauler had died from his injuries at an area hospital the day after the accident.
Colorscape Chenango returns to downtown Norwich September 9 & 10, spokesperson Celeste Friend explains:
(Celeste Friend 8-29-23)
More information on this year's festival is available at colorscape.org.
The State Department of Labor announced a new service to help businesses find skilled job candidates, at no cost. The platform also enables employers to post jobs, communicate directly with job candidates, Employers can start by visiting dol.ny.gov/virtual-career-center.
A.M. NEWS Tuesday 8-29-23
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 51 year old Kim Kraemer of Margaretville for driving while ability is impaired by the use of drugs and alcohol, and aggravated unlicensed operator, following a traffic stop in the Village of Delhi. Deputies observed the vehicle driving erratically, they discovered that Kraemer’s driving privileges were revoked for a prior DWI conviction. Kraemer was subsequently released on traffic summons and directed to appear at the Town of Delhi court at a later date to answer for the charge.
2 more American Red Cross Blood Drives are being held locally today. 1 drive will be held in Sidney from 1 pm. - 6 pm. at the Sidney Elks Lodge, another drive will be held in Oneonta from 10 am. - 3 pm., at Springbrook, appointments are available with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce will hold a job fair will be held at the Southside Mall in Oneonta today. The Job Fair will run from 2:00 to 4:00 PM & will feature numerous employees from throughout the region with job openings currently available.
Delaware County 911 received call Sunday from the operator of tractor trailer stating that he had traveled off the roadway and had rolled over on State Highway 23 in the Town of Kortright. Delaware County Sheriff Deputies were dispatched to the scene along with members of the Davenport Fire Department, Stamford Fire Department, Bovina Fire Department, Headwaters EMS and NYS DEC Spill Response team. 61 year old Michael Rowe of Sidney was taken to Fox Hospital for minor injuries and was released. The investigation into the crash is continuing and tickets are pending.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced new steps to protect individuals from COVID-19 following reports of a new variant, BA.2.86. COVID-19 hospitalizations in New York increased as the summer progressed, an updated COVID-19 vaccine tailored to guard against certain newer variants is expected to arrive in pharmacies and doctor’s offices next month after the Food and Drug Administration advised vaccine manufacturers to develop a new COVID-19 vaccine to target Omicron variants.
Law enforcement in Pennsylvania have charged a New York woman, following an investigation into a car/pedestrian accident, where the pedestrian died & the driver left the scene. Lisa Barnes of Johnson City was charged with Leaving the Scene of a Deadly Crash after the crash on August 11th in Clinton Township, Franklin Pauler was unresponsive and suffering from a severe bleeding injury to his head, Barnes turned herself in the following day, claiming that she was lost & her GPS was not working, Pauler had died from his injuries at an area hospital the day after the accident.
Colorscape Chenango returns to downtown Norwich September 9 & 10, spokesperson Celeste Friend explains:
(Celeste Friend 8-29-23)
More information on this year's festival is available at colorscape.org.
The State Department of Labor announced a new service to help businesses find skilled job candidates, at no cost. The platform also enables employers to post jobs, communicate directly with job candidates, Employers can start by visiting dol.ny.gov/virtual-career-center.
A.M. NEWS Tuesday 8-29-23
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 51 year old Kim Kraemer of Margaretville for driving while ability is impaired by the use of drugs and alcohol, and aggravated unlicensed operator, following a traffic stop in the Village of Delhi. Deputies observed the vehicle driving erratically, they discovered that Kraemer’s driving privileges were revoked for a prior DWI conviction. Kraemer was subsequently released on traffic summons and directed to appear at the Town of Delhi court at a later date to answer for the charge.
2 more American Red Cross Blood Drives are being held locally today. 1 drive will be held in Sidney from 1 pm. - 6 pm. at the Sidney Elks Lodge, another drive will be held in Oneonta from 10 am. - 3 pm., at Springbrook, appointments are available with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce will hold a job fair will be held at the Southside Mall in Oneonta today. The Job Fair will run from 2:00 to 4:00 PM & will feature numerous employees from throughout the region with job openings currently available.