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WCDO News — Monday 12-13-21
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 12-13-21
State Police have released body cam footage State Trooper David Draudt, who saved a child who was choking in the Town of Union on November 29th, Trooper Draudt talked about the incident:
(State Trooper David Draudt 12-13-21)
The full body cam video & interview with Trooper Draudt is available at the WCDO Facebook Page.
Gene Schmidt & his family announced today that they will once again host a free Christmas Dinner in Sidney on Christmas Day:
(Gene Schmidt 12-13-21)
Those who would like to volunteer to help out with the Christmas Dinner can call Gene Schmidt at 607-610-4030.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce had to move their Christmas Parade from Saturday to Sunday due to the Weather, in spite of that last minute change, it was very successful according to Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce President John Payne:
(John Payne 12-13-21)
Payne said that the Bainbridge Christmas Parade has grown steadily in participation since they started the event about 8 years ago.
Binghamton Police & Broome County District Attorney Mike Korchak are investigating claims of sexual harassment regarding an owner of the Colonial Restaurant on Court street. The Colonial, and 2 other Binghamton restaurants; Dos Rios Cantina & The Stone Fox Bar & Pizza closed down Friday after the accusations hit social media & The investigations began, Protesters marched outside the Colonial Saturday night. Anyone with information regarding the alleged improprieties should call the detective division at 607- 772-7080.
Fire Departments from Harpursville, Ouaquaga & Windsor responded Sunday afternoon to a trailer fire at 2636 State Route 79. Firefighters were able to keep the fire from spreading to a nearby house, no injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation.
The New York State Common Retirement Fund will invest $2 billion in an index focused on reducing the risks of climate change and capitalizing on the opportunities arising from the transition to a low-carbon economy, according to State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. The decision is part of the State Comptroller's Climate Action Plan to get to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
A.M. NEWS Monday 12-13-21
The Delaware County Board of Supervisors has decided to remove the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce as the tourism promotion agent for the County, even as visitor spending & sales tax revenue has increased in recent years, Delaware County Chamber of Commerce President Ray Pucci told WCDO News Friday that the Chamber Board fears that the decision will hurt the county economy:
(Ray Pucci 12-13-21)
Pucci also said that the chamber has been transparent with their finances, and recent audits showed no issues, Delaware County board of Supervisors Chairperson Tina Mole was unavailable for comment on the Chamber Decision on Friday.
The Town of Guilford is holding a special election today at the Town Hall on Marble Road from 12:00 Noon until 8:00 pm. Guilford Voters will decide on a proposition regarding the possible opting out of the state's new Cannabis bill that that allows for dispensaries & places of consumption for marijuana.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today in Gilbertsville, at the Christ Episcopal church & Sponsored by the American legion auxiliary Unit. The drive runs from 1:00 to 6:00 PM today, appointments are requested at 783-2232.
Delaware County Public Health reported another COVID 19 death in their report for Thursday & Friday, the county has had 80 deaths from the pandemic. They had 82 new cases 396 active cases, 6 hospitalized 451 Quarantined, their positivity rate was 10.4%.
Zephyr Teachout has officially dropped out of the race to be New York’s attorney general, days after incumbent Letitia James decided to seek reelection. Teachout lost the 2018 Democratic primary for attorney general to James, She also ran for the Democratic nomination for governor of New York in 2014, losing to Andrew Cuomo, and lost a congressional race in 2016 but Republican John Faso in the general election.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 49 year old Gladys McLaughlin of Oneonta following the Execution of an Arrest warrant on November 30th. McLaughlin was charged with Resisting arrest, Obstruction of Governmental Administration, & Harassment, she was released on an appearance ticket to appear in the Town of Oneonta Court at a later date.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 50 year old Aaron Chianta of Oneonta following the Execution of an Arrest warrant on November 30th. Chianta was charged with Resisting arrest, Obstruction of Governmental Administration, he was released on an appearance to appear in the Town of Oneonta Court at a later date.
State Police have released body cam footage State Trooper David Draudt, who saved a child who was choking in the Town of Union on November 29th, Trooper Draudt talked about the incident:
(State Trooper David Draudt 12-13-21)
The full body cam video & interview with Trooper Draudt is available at the WCDO Facebook Page.
Gene Schmidt & his family announced today that they will once again host a free Christmas Dinner in Sidney on Christmas Day:
(Gene Schmidt 12-13-21)
Those who would like to volunteer to help out with the Christmas Dinner can call Gene Schmidt at 607-610-4030.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce had to move their Christmas Parade from Saturday to Sunday due to the Weather, in spite of that last minute change, it was very successful according to Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce President John Payne:
(John Payne 12-13-21)
Payne said that the Bainbridge Christmas Parade has grown steadily in participation since they started the event about 8 years ago.
Binghamton Police & Broome County District Attorney Mike Korchak are investigating claims of sexual harassment regarding an owner of the Colonial Restaurant on Court street. The Colonial, and 2 other Binghamton restaurants; Dos Rios Cantina & The Stone Fox Bar & Pizza closed down Friday after the accusations hit social media & The investigations began, Protesters marched outside the Colonial Saturday night. Anyone with information regarding the alleged improprieties should call the detective division at 607- 772-7080.
Fire Departments from Harpursville, Ouaquaga & Windsor responded Sunday afternoon to a trailer fire at 2636 State Route 79. Firefighters were able to keep the fire from spreading to a nearby house, no injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation.
The New York State Common Retirement Fund will invest $2 billion in an index focused on reducing the risks of climate change and capitalizing on the opportunities arising from the transition to a low-carbon economy, according to State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. The decision is part of the State Comptroller's Climate Action Plan to get to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
A.M. NEWS Monday 12-13-21
The Delaware County Board of Supervisors has decided to remove the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce as the tourism promotion agent for the County, even as visitor spending & sales tax revenue has increased in recent years, Delaware County Chamber of Commerce President Ray Pucci told WCDO News Friday that the Chamber Board fears that the decision will hurt the county economy:
(Ray Pucci 12-13-21)
Pucci also said that the chamber has been transparent with their finances, and recent audits showed no issues, Delaware County board of Supervisors Chairperson Tina Mole was unavailable for comment on the Chamber Decision on Friday.
The Town of Guilford is holding a special election today at the Town Hall on Marble Road from 12:00 Noon until 8:00 pm. Guilford Voters will decide on a proposition regarding the possible opting out of the state's new Cannabis bill that that allows for dispensaries & places of consumption for marijuana.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today in Gilbertsville, at the Christ Episcopal church & Sponsored by the American legion auxiliary Unit. The drive runs from 1:00 to 6:00 PM today, appointments are requested at 783-2232.
Delaware County Public Health reported another COVID 19 death in their report for Thursday & Friday, the county has had 80 deaths from the pandemic. They had 82 new cases 396 active cases, 6 hospitalized 451 Quarantined, their positivity rate was 10.4%.
Zephyr Teachout has officially dropped out of the race to be New York’s attorney general, days after incumbent Letitia James decided to seek reelection. Teachout lost the 2018 Democratic primary for attorney general to James, She also ran for the Democratic nomination for governor of New York in 2014, losing to Andrew Cuomo, and lost a congressional race in 2016 but Republican John Faso in the general election.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 49 year old Gladys McLaughlin of Oneonta following the Execution of an Arrest warrant on November 30th. McLaughlin was charged with Resisting arrest, Obstruction of Governmental Administration, & Harassment, she was released on an appearance ticket to appear in the Town of Oneonta Court at a later date.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 50 year old Aaron Chianta of Oneonta following the Execution of an Arrest warrant on November 30th. Chianta was charged with Resisting arrest, Obstruction of Governmental Administration, he was released on an appearance to appear in the Town of Oneonta Court at a later date.
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WCDO News — Friday 12-10-21
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-10-21
The Otsego County Sheriff's Office stated that they were notified this morning by a local school district regarding the social media threat to unnamed schools, regarding possible gun violence at 12:15, but no specific date or school was named. This incident is currently being investigated by not only the Sheriff’s Office but multiple police agencies within and outside of Otsego County. The threat has been received by students at various schools in the area and statewide, the threat appears to be false. Officers communicated with school officials and were present in the areas of all of the schools this morning. Officers will continue to show a police presence & the investigation is ongoing.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced today that the statewide Mask Mandate will be re-instituted; masks will be required in all indoor public places. The Governor stated that an exception to the mask rule will be if a business or venue has a vaccine requirement. The State Health Department reported that the COVID positivity rate is back over 5% state wide, Hospitalization are well over 3000, the number in ICU Beds & on ventilators has increased at a lower rate than earlier in the year, due to a high rate of vaccinations.
State Attorney General Letitia James Announced that she is backing out of a run for New York Governor, and will concentrate on re-election to her current position. James was polling at a distant 2nd to current Governor Kathy Hochul among democrats, according to recent Sienna College Polls.
Bainbridge Fire Fighters responded to the report of a garage fire at 46 Pearl Street in the village this morning. Firefighters from Coventry & Afton also responded, early reports suggest that the fire was contained to a garage, which was a total loss, no injuries were reported, the cause of the fire is under investigation.
Operation Merry Christmas will have their annual giveaway day tomorrow in Sidney, Program Spokesperson Dorene Ireland explains:
(Dorene Ireland 12-10-21)
The event will run from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the AO Fox Hospital Tri Town Campus on Pearl Street in Sidney.
The Chenango Arts Council will have an improvisational show Saturday night at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich at 7:00 PM, Council executive Director Alecia
O'Neill explains:
(Alecia O'Neal 12-10-21)
Tickets are available at chenangoarts.org, or by calling 336-2787, the show will begin at 7:00 PM Saturday night.
The Oneonta History Center at 183 Main Street will have local Author Jim Loudon discuss his book "The Box Car Settlement: Oneonta’s Forgotten Neighborhood” at 1:00 pm on Saturday, A book signing will follow the talk, more information is available at 432-0960 or OneontaHistory.org.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced today that the annual Toys For Tots Campaign was wildly successful. Delaware County Chamber of Commerce President Ray Pucci comments:
(Ray Pucci 12-10-21)
Toys for Tots works with the U.S. Marine Corps to provide a tangible sign of hope to economically disadvantaged children at Christmas. The Toys for Tots program was created in 1947 and has distributed 584 million toys to date to 265 million children.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-10-21
Otsego County Sheriff's Department arrested 41 year old Jeremiah Butler of the town of Maryland, following an investigation into a November 13th motor vehicle accident in the Town of Middlefield. Butler was charged with Felony DWI, operating a Motor Vehicle with a BAC of .08 of higher, failure to keep right, speed not reasonable & prudent along with other charges, Butler was released on an appearance tickets for Town of Middlefield Court at a later date.
Delaware County Public Health will be conducting a COVID-19 vaccination clinic for people 18 and older on Saturday, at the DCMO BOCES Harrold Campus. Johnson & Johnson and Moderna 1st or 2nd shots will be available for walk-ins only, Moderna boosters will be available from 10AM-11AM registration is required at apps2.health.ny.gov. Please bring a copy of your previous shot records to prove eligibility for the booster. For more information, call Delaware County Public Health at 607-832-5200
The Bainbridge Christmas Parade will held Saturday Afternoon at 5:00 pm, Chamber President John Payne explains:
(John Payne 12-20-21)
Payne said that photos with Santa Claus will be held after parade at Jerry's Inn, The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will also have a Toys for Tots collection at the Bainbridge Firehouse, they will have another collection on Sunday during the Christmas Caroling at 5:00 pm behind Bob's Diner, and toys must be new & unwrapped.
North Country Comedy will bring 3 comedians to the Sidney American Legion Hall at 22 Union Street Saturday Night, Show MC Mikael Gregg told WCDO News about the comedians:
(Mikael Gregg 12-10-21)
The American Legion will have a Prime Rib dinner at 6:00 PM, prior to the show, tickets for the show are available at the Legion or at northcountrycomedy.com.
Community Cultural Center in Sidney presents the Tri-Town Theatre Production of "It's a Wonderful Life" the radio play, tonight & Saturday Night 8:00 pm & Sunday night at 7:00 PM, Tickets are $13 general admission, $16 reserved seating, and Tickets for Tri-Town Theatre can be found at tritown.booktix.com.
The Otsego County Sheriff's Office stated that they were notified this morning by a local school district regarding the social media threat to unnamed schools, regarding possible gun violence at 12:15, but no specific date or school was named. This incident is currently being investigated by not only the Sheriff’s Office but multiple police agencies within and outside of Otsego County. The threat has been received by students at various schools in the area and statewide, the threat appears to be false. Officers communicated with school officials and were present in the areas of all of the schools this morning. Officers will continue to show a police presence & the investigation is ongoing.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced today that the statewide Mask Mandate will be re-instituted; masks will be required in all indoor public places. The Governor stated that an exception to the mask rule will be if a business or venue has a vaccine requirement. The State Health Department reported that the COVID positivity rate is back over 5% state wide, Hospitalization are well over 3000, the number in ICU Beds & on ventilators has increased at a lower rate than earlier in the year, due to a high rate of vaccinations.
State Attorney General Letitia James Announced that she is backing out of a run for New York Governor, and will concentrate on re-election to her current position. James was polling at a distant 2nd to current Governor Kathy Hochul among democrats, according to recent Sienna College Polls.
Bainbridge Fire Fighters responded to the report of a garage fire at 46 Pearl Street in the village this morning. Firefighters from Coventry & Afton also responded, early reports suggest that the fire was contained to a garage, which was a total loss, no injuries were reported, the cause of the fire is under investigation.
Operation Merry Christmas will have their annual giveaway day tomorrow in Sidney, Program Spokesperson Dorene Ireland explains:
(Dorene Ireland 12-10-21)
The event will run from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the AO Fox Hospital Tri Town Campus on Pearl Street in Sidney.
The Chenango Arts Council will have an improvisational show Saturday night at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich at 7:00 PM, Council executive Director Alecia
O'Neill explains:
(Alecia O'Neal 12-10-21)
Tickets are available at chenangoarts.org, or by calling 336-2787, the show will begin at 7:00 PM Saturday night.
The Oneonta History Center at 183 Main Street will have local Author Jim Loudon discuss his book "The Box Car Settlement: Oneonta’s Forgotten Neighborhood” at 1:00 pm on Saturday, A book signing will follow the talk, more information is available at 432-0960 or OneontaHistory.org.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced today that the annual Toys For Tots Campaign was wildly successful. Delaware County Chamber of Commerce President Ray Pucci comments:
(Ray Pucci 12-10-21)
Toys for Tots works with the U.S. Marine Corps to provide a tangible sign of hope to economically disadvantaged children at Christmas. The Toys for Tots program was created in 1947 and has distributed 584 million toys to date to 265 million children.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-10-21
Otsego County Sheriff's Department arrested 41 year old Jeremiah Butler of the town of Maryland, following an investigation into a November 13th motor vehicle accident in the Town of Middlefield. Butler was charged with Felony DWI, operating a Motor Vehicle with a BAC of .08 of higher, failure to keep right, speed not reasonable & prudent along with other charges, Butler was released on an appearance tickets for Town of Middlefield Court at a later date.
Delaware County Public Health will be conducting a COVID-19 vaccination clinic for people 18 and older on Saturday, at the DCMO BOCES Harrold Campus. Johnson & Johnson and Moderna 1st or 2nd shots will be available for walk-ins only, Moderna boosters will be available from 10AM-11AM registration is required at apps2.health.ny.gov. Please bring a copy of your previous shot records to prove eligibility for the booster. For more information, call Delaware County Public Health at 607-832-5200
The Bainbridge Christmas Parade will held Saturday Afternoon at 5:00 pm, Chamber President John Payne explains:
(John Payne 12-20-21)
Payne said that photos with Santa Claus will be held after parade at Jerry's Inn, The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will also have a Toys for Tots collection at the Bainbridge Firehouse, they will have another collection on Sunday during the Christmas Caroling at 5:00 pm behind Bob's Diner, and toys must be new & unwrapped.
North Country Comedy will bring 3 comedians to the Sidney American Legion Hall at 22 Union Street Saturday Night, Show MC Mikael Gregg told WCDO News about the comedians:
(Mikael Gregg 12-10-21)
The American Legion will have a Prime Rib dinner at 6:00 PM, prior to the show, tickets for the show are available at the Legion or at northcountrycomedy.com.
Community Cultural Center in Sidney presents the Tri-Town Theatre Production of "It's a Wonderful Life" the radio play, tonight & Saturday Night 8:00 pm & Sunday night at 7:00 PM, Tickets are $13 general admission, $16 reserved seating, and Tickets for Tri-Town Theatre can be found at tritown.booktix.com.
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WCDO News — Monday 11-8-21
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-8-21
The Delaware County Chamber launched their 2021 Toys for Tots Campaign today, Delaware County Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:
(Ray Pucci 11-8-21)
Pucci said that any business that wants to have a Collection box should contact the Chamber at 746-2281. The campaign will run until December 3rd, then Chamber staff will pick up the toys from member businesses & deliver them to Delaware Opportunities, which will distribute the gifts to Delaware County families. To sign up a family in need of Christmas gifts contact Delaware Opportunities at 746-1715.
The application period for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program is open until December 17th, they provide local fire departments with funding to purchase protective gear, vehicles, and other equipment and to conduct training for emergency personnel. In fiscal year 2020, the AFG Program awarded over $16 million in federal funding to fire departments across New York State. More information is available at fema.gov.
The Otsego County Department of Health announced that they have 129 active cases of COVID 19 with 6 people hospitalized, they reported more deaths since last week's report, their total up to 74, the Health Department urges Otsego County Residents to get vaccinated, clinic locations can be found at bassett.org or otsegocounty.com, vaccines are also offered at many local pharmacies.
With the upcoming holidays, the American Red Cross urges donors to continue making and keeping their appointments to overcome the current emergency blood and platelet shortage. All Blood Types are needed, especially Type "O", to schedule an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.
Commerce Chenango and Morrisville State College-Norwich are holding their 2021 Career Expo Tuesday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Norwich campus, Commerce Chenango President Kerri Green comments:
(Kerri Green 11-8-21)
More information is available at commercechenango.com
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-8-21
Delaware County Public Health reported 39 new COVID cases on Thursday & Friday, with a positivity rate at 5.38%, about twice the state average. Delaware County has 152 active cases, 10 are hospitalized and 202 are quarantined, only 52.4% of Delaware County Residents are fully vaccinated, 15% of the cases are among students & school district staff.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office Deputies and Investigators arrested 58-year-old Raymond Albertina of Walton, on 1 count each of 2nd & 3rd degree Grand Larceny. Albertina was accused of stealing property from business associates, on two separate occasions, in the Town of Walton and the Town of Franklin respectively. The total value of the stolen property was determined to be over $53,000.00. Albertina was arraigned in the Town of Walton Court on both charges and released to reappear at a later date.
Governor Hochul signed legislation that prohibits used car dealers from selling vehicles at retail without a functioning airbag. This bill is entitled "Anthony Amoros' Law" after a young man from Rockland who died in a car crash in a car that was sold to him without airbags. Previously, there was no requirement that a used vehicle sold by a dealer would need to have a working airbag.
The Delaware County Chamber launched their 2021 Toys for Tots Campaign today, Delaware County Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:
(Ray Pucci 11-8-21)
Pucci said that any business that wants to have a Collection box should contact the Chamber at 746-2281. The campaign will run until December 3rd, then Chamber staff will pick up the toys from member businesses & deliver them to Delaware Opportunities, which will distribute the gifts to Delaware County families. To sign up a family in need of Christmas gifts contact Delaware Opportunities at 746-1715.
The application period for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program is open until December 17th, they provide local fire departments with funding to purchase protective gear, vehicles, and other equipment and to conduct training for emergency personnel. In fiscal year 2020, the AFG Program awarded over $16 million in federal funding to fire departments across New York State. More information is available at fema.gov.
The Otsego County Department of Health announced that they have 129 active cases of COVID 19 with 6 people hospitalized, they reported more deaths since last week's report, their total up to 74, the Health Department urges Otsego County Residents to get vaccinated, clinic locations can be found at bassett.org or otsegocounty.com, vaccines are also offered at many local pharmacies.
With the upcoming holidays, the American Red Cross urges donors to continue making and keeping their appointments to overcome the current emergency blood and platelet shortage. All Blood Types are needed, especially Type "O", to schedule an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.
Commerce Chenango and Morrisville State College-Norwich are holding their 2021 Career Expo Tuesday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Norwich campus, Commerce Chenango President Kerri Green comments:
(Kerri Green 11-8-21)
More information is available at commercechenango.com
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-8-21
Delaware County Public Health reported 39 new COVID cases on Thursday & Friday, with a positivity rate at 5.38%, about twice the state average. Delaware County has 152 active cases, 10 are hospitalized and 202 are quarantined, only 52.4% of Delaware County Residents are fully vaccinated, 15% of the cases are among students & school district staff.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office Deputies and Investigators arrested 58-year-old Raymond Albertina of Walton, on 1 count each of 2nd & 3rd degree Grand Larceny. Albertina was accused of stealing property from business associates, on two separate occasions, in the Town of Walton and the Town of Franklin respectively. The total value of the stolen property was determined to be over $53,000.00. Albertina was arraigned in the Town of Walton Court on both charges and released to reappear at a later date.
Governor Hochul signed legislation that prohibits used car dealers from selling vehicles at retail without a functioning airbag. This bill is entitled "Anthony Amoros' Law" after a young man from Rockland who died in a car crash in a car that was sold to him without airbags. Previously, there was no requirement that a used vehicle sold by a dealer would need to have a working airbag.
WCDO News — Friday 11-5-21
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 11-5-21
The State Department of Health issued guidance today for vaccinating children ages 5 to 11 against COVID 19. The FDA and CDC have approved Pfizer’s child-sized doses of the vaccine, which were found to be 90.7% effective against virus, There is a consent form that parents must fill out before their children can get vaccinated, at coronavirus.health.ny.gov. Locations for the Children's vaccine can be found at vaccines.gov/search.
Sidney Police responded Sunday to a report of a physical altercation involving a weapon in the Fox Street & Circle Drive. Police arrested 35 year old Anthony Albro of Sidney for Menacing & Harrassment, he was arraigned in Village of Sidney Court where & was released to appear in court at a later date.
Delhi Fire was toned for a fire alarm activation in Russel Hall on SUNY Delhi Campus Thursday Morning, Delhi Fire received assistance from Walton, Oneonta, Bovina, Franklin FAST team, the cause if the fire is still under investigation, no injuries were reported.
State Police are investigating a shooting in the town of Conklin, Early Thursday morning. Police responded following the report of a person or persons firing several shots from a dark colored sedan on Barbara Avenue, the shots struck a vehicle and residence, there were no injuries reported. Anyone with information is asked to contact State Police at 775-1241.
The Delaware County Chamber today announced the launched the 2021 Toys for Tots Campaign. This year, participating members have placed toy collection boxes in their businesses, the campaign will run from Monday November 8th until December 3rd, Chamber staff will pick up the toys from member businesses on December 3rd & deliver them to Delaware Opportunities, which has partnered with the Chamber to provide distribution of the gifts to Delaware County families. To sign up a family in need of Christmas gifts contact Delaware Opportunities at 746-1715.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 11-5-21
The ARC Otsego’s Hot Cocoa 5k Run and 1k Walk, Run, and Roll will take place on Sunday, in Neahwa Park in Oneonta. The 1k will start at 9:30am, and the 5k at 10:00 am. Race packet pickup will be at The Arc Otsego, 35 Academy Street today from 4:00 to 7:00 and same-day packet pickup in Neahwa Park from 7:45 to 9:15 AM. To register, visit itsyourrace.com/register.
Bassett’s O’Connor Hospital in Delhi will be holding their annual Community Flu Vaccine Clinic on Saturday, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, for all members of the community 6 years old and older. Appointments are required at 746-0525, the clinic will be held at O’Connor Hospital’s specialty clinic at 460 Andes Road Delhi, More information is available at 547-7973.
UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital will be hosting 2 upcoming vaccination clinics for eligible individuals looking to receive a booster or 3rd dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. The clinics will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. both this Saturday, and on Saturday, November 13 in UHS Cardiology Norwich, on the hospital’s first floor. For more information on vaccine availability in the Southern Tier, visit SouthernTierVax.org.
The Chenango Arts Council will hold a special free presentation of Charlie Chaplin's Silent Movie Classic, "The Gold Rush" Saturday Night, Council Executive Director Alecia O'Neill explains:
(Alecia O'Neill 11-5-21)
The event will begin at 7:00 PM Saturday Night at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich, more information is available at 336-2787 or chenangoarts.org.
The Binghamton Black Bears Hockey team Home Opener will be on Saturday Night at the Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena, spokesman Rob Lippolis explains:
(Rob Lippolis 10-27-21)
More information is available at Binghamton Blackbears.com
The State Department of Health issued guidance today for vaccinating children ages 5 to 11 against COVID 19. The FDA and CDC have approved Pfizer’s child-sized doses of the vaccine, which were found to be 90.7% effective against virus, There is a consent form that parents must fill out before their children can get vaccinated, at coronavirus.health.ny.gov. Locations for the Children's vaccine can be found at vaccines.gov/search.
Sidney Police responded Sunday to a report of a physical altercation involving a weapon in the Fox Street & Circle Drive. Police arrested 35 year old Anthony Albro of Sidney for Menacing & Harrassment, he was arraigned in Village of Sidney Court where & was released to appear in court at a later date.
Delhi Fire was toned for a fire alarm activation in Russel Hall on SUNY Delhi Campus Thursday Morning, Delhi Fire received assistance from Walton, Oneonta, Bovina, Franklin FAST team, the cause if the fire is still under investigation, no injuries were reported.
State Police are investigating a shooting in the town of Conklin, Early Thursday morning. Police responded following the report of a person or persons firing several shots from a dark colored sedan on Barbara Avenue, the shots struck a vehicle and residence, there were no injuries reported. Anyone with information is asked to contact State Police at 775-1241.
The Delaware County Chamber today announced the launched the 2021 Toys for Tots Campaign. This year, participating members have placed toy collection boxes in their businesses, the campaign will run from Monday November 8th until December 3rd, Chamber staff will pick up the toys from member businesses on December 3rd & deliver them to Delaware Opportunities, which has partnered with the Chamber to provide distribution of the gifts to Delaware County families. To sign up a family in need of Christmas gifts contact Delaware Opportunities at 746-1715.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 11-5-21
The ARC Otsego’s Hot Cocoa 5k Run and 1k Walk, Run, and Roll will take place on Sunday, in Neahwa Park in Oneonta. The 1k will start at 9:30am, and the 5k at 10:00 am. Race packet pickup will be at The Arc Otsego, 35 Academy Street today from 4:00 to 7:00 and same-day packet pickup in Neahwa Park from 7:45 to 9:15 AM. To register, visit itsyourrace.com/register.
Bassett’s O’Connor Hospital in Delhi will be holding their annual Community Flu Vaccine Clinic on Saturday, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, for all members of the community 6 years old and older. Appointments are required at 746-0525, the clinic will be held at O’Connor Hospital’s specialty clinic at 460 Andes Road Delhi, More information is available at 547-7973.
UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital will be hosting 2 upcoming vaccination clinics for eligible individuals looking to receive a booster or 3rd dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. The clinics will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. both this Saturday, and on Saturday, November 13 in UHS Cardiology Norwich, on the hospital’s first floor. For more information on vaccine availability in the Southern Tier, visit SouthernTierVax.org.
The Chenango Arts Council will hold a special free presentation of Charlie Chaplin's Silent Movie Classic, "The Gold Rush" Saturday Night, Council Executive Director Alecia O'Neill explains:
(Alecia O'Neill 11-5-21)
The event will begin at 7:00 PM Saturday Night at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich, more information is available at 336-2787 or chenangoarts.org.
The Binghamton Black Bears Hockey team Home Opener will be on Saturday Night at the Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena, spokesman Rob Lippolis explains:
(Rob Lippolis 10-27-21)
More information is available at Binghamton Blackbears.com
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WCDO News — Monday 11-1-21
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-1-21:
Tomorrow is Election day, All State voters will be voting for Clean Air & Clean Water Propositions, as well as those for amending the redistricting process, eliminating the 10 day Registration requirement & authorizing no excuse absentee balloting.
In the town of Sidney, 2 candidates are seeking to be elected Supervisor, and both are Write-In Candidates following the deaths of Sidney Town Supervisor Gene Pigford a few months ago. Republican Eric Wilson has served on the Town board for many years and has been part of holding the line on Taxes:
(Eric Wilson 11-1-21)
Kevin Greene is seeking the Sidney Town Supervisor's position, he feels he can manage the town responsibly & seek not opportunities:
(Kevin Greene 11-1-21)
In the town of Sidney, there is a hotly contested race by 4 people for 2 seats on the Town Board; they include Democrat Bill Heath, whose main goal is to help the Business community grow:
(Bill Heath 11-1-21)
Republican Frank Selleck seeks re-election after serving on the board for 4 years; he wants to continue to work as a team with other board members:
(Frank Selleck 11-1-21)
Democratic Bea Bishop told WCDO News that the Town Board needs to improve communication with residents & help with their needs:
(Bea Bishop 11-1-21)
Write In Republican Candidate Paul Muratore hopes to get on the Town Board, to continue the work started by the late Supervisor Gene Pigford:
(Paul Muratore 11-1-21)
In the town of Sidney, Bill Hunt is running unopposed for another seat on the town board. Polls will be open tomorrow from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM state wide.
In Delaware County Elections of interest on Election day, in the Town of Meredith, 2 seats are open on the town board; the candidates are Democrat John Janiszewski, Democrat Michael Morgenfruh & Republican David Briggs. In the Town of FRANKLIN, there are 4 candidates for 2 seats on the town board; Garret Sitts, Heather Ross, George Coulter & John O'Connor. In the TOWN OF MIDDLETOWN, Democrat Todd Pascarella & Republican Patrick Davis are running for Town Supervisor. In the town of DELHI; 4 PEOPLE Running for 2 seats on the board, for FRANKLIN TOWN COUNCIL there are 4 Candidates for 2 seats and in Walton, Lillian Brown & Joseph Cetta are running for Town Supervisor.
In CHENANGO COUNTY elections tomorrow, residents are voting for Sheriff between incumbents Ernie Cutting & Democratic Challenger Debra Cubbedge. County voters will also vote for County Clerk between Republican Brian Wessels & Independent Leonard Smith, Norwich City Voters will be voting for Mayor, between Democrat John Quattrocchi & Republican Brian Doliver, there are races for Alderman positions in wards 2 & 4. there are 3 candidates running for 2 seat on the Guilford Town Board between Republican Thomas Ives, Republican Matthew Retz & Libertarian Jennifer Caci
Voters in OTSEGO COUNTY have races for the County Board of Representatives in Districts 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 9, 11 & 13; there is a race for Oneonta Mayor between 2 Common Council members: Mark Drnek & Len Carson. In the town of Oneonta, in the Supervisors’ race, Randal Mowers faces Teresa DeSantis, there are 4 people running for 2 town justice positions & 3 people are running for 2 seats on the Town Board. In the Town of Hartwick Supervisor's Race, candidates are Bryan LoRusso & Robert O'Brien & there are 5 candidates for 2 seats on the town council. In Unadilla, Dwight Mott & Joshua Palmer are running for Town Justice, Terry Yoder & Kelly Moore are running for the Unadilla Town Clerk's Position & for the Unadilla Town Council, BARBARA NOLAN, RON REED, JESSICA GROW, & Write In Candidate Sheri Kinsella are running for 2 Seats. For the Laurens Town Board, George Decker, Edwin Winslow & Mark Peterson are running for 2 seats.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-1-21
Attorney General Letitia James declared her candidacy for governor on Friday; she will face current Governor Kathy Hochul in Democratic primary next year. James help to bring down former Governor Andrew Cuomo following an investigation by her department into sexual harassment claims made by several women against Cuomo.
U.S. Marshals arrested a Georgia fugitive in Binghamton, who was wanted for a fatal shooting in Atlanta. Marshals arrested 21 year-old Dalonqueze Powell of Atlanta was arrested at a residence on Tracy Street in Binghamton, Marshals were assisted by State Police, Binghamton Police & several other agencies.
Governor Kathy Hochul reported that the numbers are slowly improving regarding COVID 19 in the state Saturday. over 166,000 were tested Saturday, with 3588 positives, for a positivity rate of 2.1% Patient Hospitalization are down to 1,842, the number of Patients in an ICU is down to 448 & the number on ventilators is down to 253, there were 26 deaths reported in hospitals & nursing homes Saturday.
Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation designating a portion of State Route 51 in the Town of Butternuts as SP4 Richard F. Walton, Jr. Memorial Highway. Richard Walton, Jr. was born and raised in the Town of Butternuts, he underwent basic training and medical training after enlisting, he volunteered to go to Vietnam, On February 6th, 1970, while serving in Vietnam, Walton lost his life in a helicopter crash.
Tomorrow is Election day, All State voters will be voting for Clean Air & Clean Water Propositions, as well as those for amending the redistricting process, eliminating the 10 day Registration requirement & authorizing no excuse absentee balloting.
In the town of Sidney, 2 candidates are seeking to be elected Supervisor, and both are Write-In Candidates following the deaths of Sidney Town Supervisor Gene Pigford a few months ago. Republican Eric Wilson has served on the Town board for many years and has been part of holding the line on Taxes:
(Eric Wilson 11-1-21)
Kevin Greene is seeking the Sidney Town Supervisor's position, he feels he can manage the town responsibly & seek not opportunities:
(Kevin Greene 11-1-21)
In the town of Sidney, there is a hotly contested race by 4 people for 2 seats on the Town Board; they include Democrat Bill Heath, whose main goal is to help the Business community grow:
(Bill Heath 11-1-21)
Republican Frank Selleck seeks re-election after serving on the board for 4 years; he wants to continue to work as a team with other board members:
(Frank Selleck 11-1-21)
Democratic Bea Bishop told WCDO News that the Town Board needs to improve communication with residents & help with their needs:
(Bea Bishop 11-1-21)
Write In Republican Candidate Paul Muratore hopes to get on the Town Board, to continue the work started by the late Supervisor Gene Pigford:
(Paul Muratore 11-1-21)
In the town of Sidney, Bill Hunt is running unopposed for another seat on the town board. Polls will be open tomorrow from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM state wide.
In Delaware County Elections of interest on Election day, in the Town of Meredith, 2 seats are open on the town board; the candidates are Democrat John Janiszewski, Democrat Michael Morgenfruh & Republican David Briggs. In the Town of FRANKLIN, there are 4 candidates for 2 seats on the town board; Garret Sitts, Heather Ross, George Coulter & John O'Connor. In the TOWN OF MIDDLETOWN, Democrat Todd Pascarella & Republican Patrick Davis are running for Town Supervisor. In the town of DELHI; 4 PEOPLE Running for 2 seats on the board, for FRANKLIN TOWN COUNCIL there are 4 Candidates for 2 seats and in Walton, Lillian Brown & Joseph Cetta are running for Town Supervisor.
In CHENANGO COUNTY elections tomorrow, residents are voting for Sheriff between incumbents Ernie Cutting & Democratic Challenger Debra Cubbedge. County voters will also vote for County Clerk between Republican Brian Wessels & Independent Leonard Smith, Norwich City Voters will be voting for Mayor, between Democrat John Quattrocchi & Republican Brian Doliver, there are races for Alderman positions in wards 2 & 4. there are 3 candidates running for 2 seat on the Guilford Town Board between Republican Thomas Ives, Republican Matthew Retz & Libertarian Jennifer Caci
Voters in OTSEGO COUNTY have races for the County Board of Representatives in Districts 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 9, 11 & 13; there is a race for Oneonta Mayor between 2 Common Council members: Mark Drnek & Len Carson. In the town of Oneonta, in the Supervisors’ race, Randal Mowers faces Teresa DeSantis, there are 4 people running for 2 town justice positions & 3 people are running for 2 seats on the Town Board. In the Town of Hartwick Supervisor's Race, candidates are Bryan LoRusso & Robert O'Brien & there are 5 candidates for 2 seats on the town council. In Unadilla, Dwight Mott & Joshua Palmer are running for Town Justice, Terry Yoder & Kelly Moore are running for the Unadilla Town Clerk's Position & for the Unadilla Town Council, BARBARA NOLAN, RON REED, JESSICA GROW, & Write In Candidate Sheri Kinsella are running for 2 Seats. For the Laurens Town Board, George Decker, Edwin Winslow & Mark Peterson are running for 2 seats.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-1-21
Attorney General Letitia James declared her candidacy for governor on Friday; she will face current Governor Kathy Hochul in Democratic primary next year. James help to bring down former Governor Andrew Cuomo following an investigation by her department into sexual harassment claims made by several women against Cuomo.
U.S. Marshals arrested a Georgia fugitive in Binghamton, who was wanted for a fatal shooting in Atlanta. Marshals arrested 21 year-old Dalonqueze Powell of Atlanta was arrested at a residence on Tracy Street in Binghamton, Marshals were assisted by State Police, Binghamton Police & several other agencies.
Governor Kathy Hochul reported that the numbers are slowly improving regarding COVID 19 in the state Saturday. over 166,000 were tested Saturday, with 3588 positives, for a positivity rate of 2.1% Patient Hospitalization are down to 1,842, the number of Patients in an ICU is down to 448 & the number on ventilators is down to 253, there were 26 deaths reported in hospitals & nursing homes Saturday.
Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation designating a portion of State Route 51 in the Town of Butternuts as SP4 Richard F. Walton, Jr. Memorial Highway. Richard Walton, Jr. was born and raised in the Town of Butternuts, he underwent basic training and medical training after enlisting, he volunteered to go to Vietnam, On February 6th, 1970, while serving in Vietnam, Walton lost his life in a helicopter crash.
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WCDO News — Monday 9-20-21
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-20-21
State Police in Herkimer County are investigation a fatal stabbing in Jordanville late Sunday evening, that resulted in 2 deaths. State Police were called to a home on State Route 167 at around 7:00 PM, a person of interest in the investigation was flown by helicopter to Upstate Medical in Syracuse with unknown injuries, State Police reported that there was no threat to the public.
Chenango County Public Health announced that they have 116 active cases of COVID 19, 50 of the cases are vaccinated. 291 County Residents are Quarantined, 6 are hospitalized, 1 of those patients is vaccinated. Chenango County has had 4148 total cases, 3891 recoveries & 82 deaths since the pandemic began.
Broome County Sheriff's Department Captain Kate Newcomb has announced that she will run for Sheriff after current Sheriff David Harder retires. Newcomb faces State Senator Fred Akshar, who announced earlier this year that he seeks he law enforcement position, rather than run for re-election to the State Senate.
The ARC Otsego announce that the Hot Cocoa 5k Run and 1k Walk, Run, and Roll will take place on Sunday, November 7th in Neahwa Park. The 1k will start at 9:30am, and the 5k at 10:00 am. To register, visit thearcotsegohotcocoa5krun1kwalkrunroll.itsyourrace.com/register.
This year, the Home Energy Assistance Program or "HEAP" season is opening early on October 1st. The Delaware County Office for the Aging announced that any individual, age 60 and over, not on SNAP, or Temporary Assistance and was approved for HEAP last year, was automatically sent an application for the 2021-2022 heating season by the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance. Households who did not receive an application may apply by submitting their application at mybenefits.ny.gov. More information is available 832-5750.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next regular meeting Tuesday morning at Bob's Diner in Bainbridge. The meeting will begin at 7:30 AM, more information about the chamber is available by calling 607-967-8700.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-20-21
Otsego County Department of Health reported that New cases of COVID-19 continue to be high in Otsego County. Since September 1st there have been 408 cases of COVID reported, last week there were 3 deaths related to COVID-19. The most recent deaths occurred in individuals ages 42-78. 94% of all deaths related to COVID are in unvaccinated individuals. Vaccination clinic sites can be found at otsegocounty.com or covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov, many pharmacies are offering vaccinations.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a multi-agency plan to address the school bus driver shortage affecting schools across the state. The plan includes short-term steps to remove barriers and recruit traditional and non-traditional Commercial Driver's License holders, expand CDL testing opportunities, and enhance processes all designed to get more drivers into school buses. Additionally, New York State is launching outreach to more than 550,000 CDL license holders in New York State. The longer term steps include changes to address the training and licensing of drivers, as well as broader recruitment into the bus driver profession.
Broadway in Binghamton announced that their new Season starts in October with "JIMMY BUFFETT’S ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE". Tickets will go on sale today at 10:00 AM at the Arena Box Office and Ticketmaster, more information is available at BroadwayInBinghamton.com.
Boy Scout Pack 34 in Sidney will hold a Recruitment Night tonight at 6:00 PM at the United Methodist Church; 12 Liberty Street. All Sidney kids grades K-5 are eligible to join. Interested scouts must bring a parent or guardian and come on over.
State Police in Herkimer County are investigation a fatal stabbing in Jordanville late Sunday evening, that resulted in 2 deaths. State Police were called to a home on State Route 167 at around 7:00 PM, a person of interest in the investigation was flown by helicopter to Upstate Medical in Syracuse with unknown injuries, State Police reported that there was no threat to the public.
Chenango County Public Health announced that they have 116 active cases of COVID 19, 50 of the cases are vaccinated. 291 County Residents are Quarantined, 6 are hospitalized, 1 of those patients is vaccinated. Chenango County has had 4148 total cases, 3891 recoveries & 82 deaths since the pandemic began.
Broome County Sheriff's Department Captain Kate Newcomb has announced that she will run for Sheriff after current Sheriff David Harder retires. Newcomb faces State Senator Fred Akshar, who announced earlier this year that he seeks he law enforcement position, rather than run for re-election to the State Senate.
The ARC Otsego announce that the Hot Cocoa 5k Run and 1k Walk, Run, and Roll will take place on Sunday, November 7th in Neahwa Park. The 1k will start at 9:30am, and the 5k at 10:00 am. To register, visit thearcotsegohotcocoa5krun1kwalkrunroll.itsyourrace.com/register.
This year, the Home Energy Assistance Program or "HEAP" season is opening early on October 1st. The Delaware County Office for the Aging announced that any individual, age 60 and over, not on SNAP, or Temporary Assistance and was approved for HEAP last year, was automatically sent an application for the 2021-2022 heating season by the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance. Households who did not receive an application may apply by submitting their application at mybenefits.ny.gov. More information is available 832-5750.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next regular meeting Tuesday morning at Bob's Diner in Bainbridge. The meeting will begin at 7:30 AM, more information about the chamber is available by calling 607-967-8700.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-20-21
Otsego County Department of Health reported that New cases of COVID-19 continue to be high in Otsego County. Since September 1st there have been 408 cases of COVID reported, last week there were 3 deaths related to COVID-19. The most recent deaths occurred in individuals ages 42-78. 94% of all deaths related to COVID are in unvaccinated individuals. Vaccination clinic sites can be found at otsegocounty.com or covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov, many pharmacies are offering vaccinations.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a multi-agency plan to address the school bus driver shortage affecting schools across the state. The plan includes short-term steps to remove barriers and recruit traditional and non-traditional Commercial Driver's License holders, expand CDL testing opportunities, and enhance processes all designed to get more drivers into school buses. Additionally, New York State is launching outreach to more than 550,000 CDL license holders in New York State. The longer term steps include changes to address the training and licensing of drivers, as well as broader recruitment into the bus driver profession.
Broadway in Binghamton announced that their new Season starts in October with "JIMMY BUFFETT’S ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE". Tickets will go on sale today at 10:00 AM at the Arena Box Office and Ticketmaster, more information is available at BroadwayInBinghamton.com.
Boy Scout Pack 34 in Sidney will hold a Recruitment Night tonight at 6:00 PM at the United Methodist Church; 12 Liberty Street. All Sidney kids grades K-5 are eligible to join. Interested scouts must bring a parent or guardian and come on over.
WCDO News — Tuesday 9-14-21
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-14-21
Chenango County Sheriff's Office responded to a fatal 2-car motor vehicle accident on County Road 36 in the Town of Guilford Monday. Investigators reported that 22-year-old Dominique Brissett of Walkill was traveling north bound on County Road 36 and collided with an SUV operated by 23-year-old Rachel Feyh of Sidney. Brissett was pronounced dead on the scene, Feyh was air lifted by Life Net to SUNY Upstate Medical in Syracuse, where she was listed in critical but stable condition. The investigation into the cause of the motor vehicle accident is still ongoing.
The state has made progress in making high-speed connections available to New Yorkers, ranking 2nd in the U.S. in the percentage of the population with broadband available in their neighborhood, but more than one million, or 13.8%, of households do not have access or a subscription to home broadband services, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. The report finds that predominantly rural areas remain underserved by broadband infrastructure, approximately 1 in 3 New York households with income less than $20,000 lacked access to broadband at home. The entire report can be found at osc.state.ny.us.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced significant progress with the Emergency Rental Assistance Program and the Excluded Workers Program. The amount of pandemic-related emergency rental assistance paid out has nearly doubled in the past 3 weeks, up to $399 million, enabling tenants at risk for eviction to stay in their homes and helping struggling landlords to receive unpaid rent. Starting tomorrow, middle-income renters previously ineligible for assistance can begin applying for funding through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program, also Governor Hochul announced that over $1 billion in Excluded Workers Program funds have been approved for distribution to date. More information is available at otda.ny.gov.
A Ribbon Cutting will be held tomorrow morning at the Leilani Way Community Center in Norwich at 105 Leilani Lane, for the Roots & Wings new location. Robin Cotter of the Roots & Wings Program told WCDO News about the event tomorrow:
(Robin Cotter 9-14-21)
Cotter said that the event is open to the public, more information about their programs can be found at the Facebook page.
Catholic Charities in Sidney is looking for volunteers to assist them in their next community mass food distribution on September 28th, spokesperson Penny McKnight explains:
(Penny McKnight 9-14-21)
McKnight said that they need about 40 to 50 volunteers to help set & then distribute the food to those who show up on the 28th; McKnight said that they have averaged between 9 & 12 tons of food at the previous distributions.
A.M. NEWS Tuesday 9-14-21
Delaware County Public Health reported 101 new cases of COVID 19 in the last week, bringing their total of active cases to 184, with 4 hospitalized & 266 quarantined. 49.6% of the total population is vaccinated, 80% of the positive cases are unvaccinated, and Delaware County residents can find vaccine clinic sites at covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov or vaccines.gov
The State Department of Health today announced that New York State's youth smoking rate has reached an all-time low. As of 2020, less than 3% of high school students smoke cigarettes, down from 27.1% in 2000. The Youth Tobacco Survey found that youth tobacco use was down across all tobacco product categories, including a drop in e-cigarette use for the first time. New Yorkers of all ages can contact the New York State Smokers’ Quitline at 1-866-NYQUITS or visit nysmokefree.com.
CDO Workforce is partnering with Otsego County Chamber of Commerce, Commerce Chenango, and Delaware County Chamber of Commerce for the 2nd Virtual Career Fair, today, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. The free event will allow local companies and job seekers to connect one-on-one for immediate placement opportunities, especially in industries that are in high demand including Healthcare, Hospitality, Tourism, & Manufacturing, more information is available at 432-4800.
After a year and a half hiatus, due to the Covid-19 Virus, the Mid York Concert Band is looking forward to beginning rehearsals today for the 40 plus piece ensemble made up of professionals, educators, students and dedicated amateurs from Chenango and surrounding counties. Spokesman Mark Sands told WCDO News about the musicians they are recruiting:
(Mark Sands 9-14-21)
Sands said that the rehearsals are every other Tuesday evening, with the 1st rehearsal tonight from 7:00 to 9:30 in the Norwich Middle School band room. There are 2 scheduled concerts, December 14, 2021 and May 22, 2022.More information is available at 334-4307 or by email: midyorkcb@gmail.com
Chenango County Sheriff's Office responded to a fatal 2-car motor vehicle accident on County Road 36 in the Town of Guilford Monday. Investigators reported that 22-year-old Dominique Brissett of Walkill was traveling north bound on County Road 36 and collided with an SUV operated by 23-year-old Rachel Feyh of Sidney. Brissett was pronounced dead on the scene, Feyh was air lifted by Life Net to SUNY Upstate Medical in Syracuse, where she was listed in critical but stable condition. The investigation into the cause of the motor vehicle accident is still ongoing.
The state has made progress in making high-speed connections available to New Yorkers, ranking 2nd in the U.S. in the percentage of the population with broadband available in their neighborhood, but more than one million, or 13.8%, of households do not have access or a subscription to home broadband services, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. The report finds that predominantly rural areas remain underserved by broadband infrastructure, approximately 1 in 3 New York households with income less than $20,000 lacked access to broadband at home. The entire report can be found at osc.state.ny.us.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced significant progress with the Emergency Rental Assistance Program and the Excluded Workers Program. The amount of pandemic-related emergency rental assistance paid out has nearly doubled in the past 3 weeks, up to $399 million, enabling tenants at risk for eviction to stay in their homes and helping struggling landlords to receive unpaid rent. Starting tomorrow, middle-income renters previously ineligible for assistance can begin applying for funding through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program, also Governor Hochul announced that over $1 billion in Excluded Workers Program funds have been approved for distribution to date. More information is available at otda.ny.gov.
A Ribbon Cutting will be held tomorrow morning at the Leilani Way Community Center in Norwich at 105 Leilani Lane, for the Roots & Wings new location. Robin Cotter of the Roots & Wings Program told WCDO News about the event tomorrow:
(Robin Cotter 9-14-21)
Cotter said that the event is open to the public, more information about their programs can be found at the Facebook page.
Catholic Charities in Sidney is looking for volunteers to assist them in their next community mass food distribution on September 28th, spokesperson Penny McKnight explains:
(Penny McKnight 9-14-21)
McKnight said that they need about 40 to 50 volunteers to help set & then distribute the food to those who show up on the 28th; McKnight said that they have averaged between 9 & 12 tons of food at the previous distributions.
A.M. NEWS Tuesday 9-14-21
Delaware County Public Health reported 101 new cases of COVID 19 in the last week, bringing their total of active cases to 184, with 4 hospitalized & 266 quarantined. 49.6% of the total population is vaccinated, 80% of the positive cases are unvaccinated, and Delaware County residents can find vaccine clinic sites at covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov or vaccines.gov
The State Department of Health today announced that New York State's youth smoking rate has reached an all-time low. As of 2020, less than 3% of high school students smoke cigarettes, down from 27.1% in 2000. The Youth Tobacco Survey found that youth tobacco use was down across all tobacco product categories, including a drop in e-cigarette use for the first time. New Yorkers of all ages can contact the New York State Smokers’ Quitline at 1-866-NYQUITS or visit nysmokefree.com.
CDO Workforce is partnering with Otsego County Chamber of Commerce, Commerce Chenango, and Delaware County Chamber of Commerce for the 2nd Virtual Career Fair, today, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. The free event will allow local companies and job seekers to connect one-on-one for immediate placement opportunities, especially in industries that are in high demand including Healthcare, Hospitality, Tourism, & Manufacturing, more information is available at 432-4800.
After a year and a half hiatus, due to the Covid-19 Virus, the Mid York Concert Band is looking forward to beginning rehearsals today for the 40 plus piece ensemble made up of professionals, educators, students and dedicated amateurs from Chenango and surrounding counties. Spokesman Mark Sands told WCDO News about the musicians they are recruiting:
(Mark Sands 9-14-21)
Sands said that the rehearsals are every other Tuesday evening, with the 1st rehearsal tonight from 7:00 to 9:30 in the Norwich Middle School band room. There are 2 scheduled concerts, December 14, 2021 and May 22, 2022.More information is available at 334-4307 or by email: midyorkcb@gmail.com
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WCDO News — Thursday 9-9-21
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 9-9-21
Village of Sidney Police Department responded to a complaint of a burglary in progress on River Street Wednesday. Officers responded to the area and arrested 29 year old Bradly Falkenmeyer of Sidney for 3rd degree Burglary, Criminal mischief & Petty larceny. Falkenmeyer was arraigned in Village of Sidney Court where he was remanded to the Delaware County Jail with no option of bail.
State Senator Peter Oberacker announced that community libraries throughout the 51st senatorial district have been awarded a total of nearly $300,000 in public library construction grant funds. The grants are from $14 million in capital funds for public library construction and broadband infrastructure projects provided in the current state budget. Locally, the Edmeston Free Library will receive over $92,000 for 3 projects, the Kinney Memorial Library in Hartwick will receive $9,000 for a roofing project, & the Sidney Memorial Public Library will receive over $32,000 to renovate the parking lot.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the Great New York State Fair will return in 2022 as a 13-day event, running from Wednesday, August 24 to Labor Day, Monday, September 5. The return to a 13-day event will allow for greater participation of fairgoers and vendors at not only the New York State Fair, but also at a number of the State's county fairs that had coinciding schedules. The Governor also seeks a Review of Opportunities to improve Youth and Agricultural Programming; Marketing and Promotion for County Fairs; and the State Fair's Smoking Policy.
Governor Kathy Hochul reintroduced New Yorkers to new Lieutenant Governor Brian Benjamin, who was officially Sworn In today:
(Brian Benjamin 9-9-21)
Benjamin said that Governor Hochul has entrusted him with helping to fight the COVID pandemic & its aftermath, including the dealing of reimbursements to renters & landlords during the shutdown, as well as battling the ongoing opioid epidemic that continues across the state.
The United Way of Delaware and Otsego Counties’ campaign started today with the announcement of the fall campaign goal of $50,000. Executive Director Elizabeth Monaco told WCDO News that last year was a tough year for the chapter due to the COVID 19 pandemic:
(Elizabeth Monaco 9-9-21)
Monaco said that last year, largely due to the pandemic & subsequent shutdown,, the United Way of Delaware & Otsego Counties only raised about $17,000, but they also raised $31,000 in local COVID-19 Relief Funds over the last 18 months, beyond the campaign dollars raised, to assist the community in both the short and long term impacts of the pandemic. . This year's campaign will conclude on December 31st, more information is available at 334-8815 or unitedwaydo.org.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 9-9-21
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that New York will delay the requirement that state employees get vaccinated against COVID 19 or undergo weekly tests to October 12th, which is the same day telecommuting workers are scheduled to return to their offices. Governor Hochul said that Workers in hospitals and nursing homes must get their first dose by September 27th, and employees at home care agencies, hospices and adult care facilities have until October 7th to get the first shot. SUNY and CUNY students are also mandated to show proof of vaccination by Sept. 27 to remain enrolled in classes. Some medical exemptions will be accepted.
Commerce Chenango will hold their annual Luncheon today in Norwich, Commerce Chenango President & CEO Kerri Green told WCDO News about this year's award winners:
(Kerri Green 9-9-21)
The Annual event is at Hidden Springs Brewhouse in Norwich, starting at 11:00 AM.
The mobile screening coach will be at the Oneonta Southside Mall Today, from 9:00am to 2:30pm to provide NO COST mammograms and Pap tests to women 40 and over. Appointments or more information is available at 1-888-345-0225.
Delaware County Public Health will hold Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets today from 5:00PM to 7:00PM, at The Margaretville Town Clerk’s Office at 42339 State Highway 28, Margaretville. For questions or more information call 607-832-5200 or see our website www.delawarecountypublichealth.com
The American Red Cross of Western New York will be holding a Job Fair today from 12:00 Noon until 6:00 PM at the Southern Tier Chapter office at 620 East Main Street in Endicott. 2 Outside Sales Donor Recruitment representatives & Entry-level Phlebotomists to assist in operating upcoming blood drives are needed locally, Walk-ins are welcome or applicants can pre-register at redcross.org/careers. Those interested are reminded to bring a resume the day of the event.
Village of Sidney Police Department responded to a complaint of a burglary in progress on River Street Wednesday. Officers responded to the area and arrested 29 year old Bradly Falkenmeyer of Sidney for 3rd degree Burglary, Criminal mischief & Petty larceny. Falkenmeyer was arraigned in Village of Sidney Court where he was remanded to the Delaware County Jail with no option of bail.
State Senator Peter Oberacker announced that community libraries throughout the 51st senatorial district have been awarded a total of nearly $300,000 in public library construction grant funds. The grants are from $14 million in capital funds for public library construction and broadband infrastructure projects provided in the current state budget. Locally, the Edmeston Free Library will receive over $92,000 for 3 projects, the Kinney Memorial Library in Hartwick will receive $9,000 for a roofing project, & the Sidney Memorial Public Library will receive over $32,000 to renovate the parking lot.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the Great New York State Fair will return in 2022 as a 13-day event, running from Wednesday, August 24 to Labor Day, Monday, September 5. The return to a 13-day event will allow for greater participation of fairgoers and vendors at not only the New York State Fair, but also at a number of the State's county fairs that had coinciding schedules. The Governor also seeks a Review of Opportunities to improve Youth and Agricultural Programming; Marketing and Promotion for County Fairs; and the State Fair's Smoking Policy.
Governor Kathy Hochul reintroduced New Yorkers to new Lieutenant Governor Brian Benjamin, who was officially Sworn In today:
(Brian Benjamin 9-9-21)
Benjamin said that Governor Hochul has entrusted him with helping to fight the COVID pandemic & its aftermath, including the dealing of reimbursements to renters & landlords during the shutdown, as well as battling the ongoing opioid epidemic that continues across the state.
The United Way of Delaware and Otsego Counties’ campaign started today with the announcement of the fall campaign goal of $50,000. Executive Director Elizabeth Monaco told WCDO News that last year was a tough year for the chapter due to the COVID 19 pandemic:
(Elizabeth Monaco 9-9-21)
Monaco said that last year, largely due to the pandemic & subsequent shutdown,, the United Way of Delaware & Otsego Counties only raised about $17,000, but they also raised $31,000 in local COVID-19 Relief Funds over the last 18 months, beyond the campaign dollars raised, to assist the community in both the short and long term impacts of the pandemic. . This year's campaign will conclude on December 31st, more information is available at 334-8815 or unitedwaydo.org.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 9-9-21
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that New York will delay the requirement that state employees get vaccinated against COVID 19 or undergo weekly tests to October 12th, which is the same day telecommuting workers are scheduled to return to their offices. Governor Hochul said that Workers in hospitals and nursing homes must get their first dose by September 27th, and employees at home care agencies, hospices and adult care facilities have until October 7th to get the first shot. SUNY and CUNY students are also mandated to show proof of vaccination by Sept. 27 to remain enrolled in classes. Some medical exemptions will be accepted.
Commerce Chenango will hold their annual Luncheon today in Norwich, Commerce Chenango President & CEO Kerri Green told WCDO News about this year's award winners:
(Kerri Green 9-9-21)
The Annual event is at Hidden Springs Brewhouse in Norwich, starting at 11:00 AM.
The mobile screening coach will be at the Oneonta Southside Mall Today, from 9:00am to 2:30pm to provide NO COST mammograms and Pap tests to women 40 and over. Appointments or more information is available at 1-888-345-0225.
Delaware County Public Health will hold Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets today from 5:00PM to 7:00PM, at The Margaretville Town Clerk’s Office at 42339 State Highway 28, Margaretville. For questions or more information call 607-832-5200 or see our website www.delawarecountypublichealth.com
The American Red Cross of Western New York will be holding a Job Fair today from 12:00 Noon until 6:00 PM at the Southern Tier Chapter office at 620 East Main Street in Endicott. 2 Outside Sales Donor Recruitment representatives & Entry-level Phlebotomists to assist in operating upcoming blood drives are needed locally, Walk-ins are welcome or applicants can pre-register at redcross.org/careers. Those interested are reminded to bring a resume the day of the event.
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WCDO News — Friday 9-3-21
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-3-21
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the Public Health and Health Planning Council passed an emergency regulation and the Health Commissioner issued a determination requiring all teachers, administrators and other school employees to submit to weekly COVID-19 testing unless they show proof of vaccination, with either a CDC vaccine card or the Excelsior Pass. The Governor also announced that the State Department of Health has finalized and released official guidance for classroom instruction regarding Facemasks, which closely echoes the CDC guidance which districts were advised to follow. More information is available at coronavirus.health.ny.gov.
Bassett Healthcare Network will be showcasing its school-based health center at Gilbertsville-Mount Upton Central School with a ribbon-cutting on Tuesday, September 7, at 5:00 pm. The event is being held in conjunction with the school’s annual open house, Bassett Healthcare Network President & CEO Dr. Tommy Ibrahim will offer remarks. Available Care will include Annual physical exams, Immunizations, Diagnosis and treatment of both short-and long-term illnesses, mental health services & Preventive dental care
CDO Workforce, serving Chenango, Delaware, Otsego counties, is partnering with Otsego County Chamber of Commerce, Commerce Chenango, and Delaware County Chamber of Commerce for the 2nd Virtual Career Fair, on Tuesday, September 14th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. The free event will allow local companies and job seekers to connect one-on-one for immediate placement opportunities, especially in industries that are in high demand including Healthcare, Hospitality, Tourism, & Manufacturing, more information is available at 432-4800.
The Mid York Concert band is looking for area musicians to join, with rehearsals starting this month in Norwich, Band conductor Mark Sands explains:
(Mark Sands 9-3-21)
Anyone interested in joining the band can call sands at 334-4307, or email him: Midyorkcb@gmail.com, rehearsals will start Tuesday September 14th from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at the Norwich Middle School band room.
The Susquehanna SPCA in Cooperstown has 4 male Beagle puppies up for adoption, and they have named the dogs after the 4 men being inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame next week, Executive Director Stacie Haynes explains:
(Stacie Haynes 9-3-21)
Haynes said that next Thursday, the winning puppy will be announced. Visitors can stop at the new facility on State Route 28 in Cooperstown; pictures of the pups are also available on their website sqspca.org.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-3-21
The operator of Prestige Limousine, 31 year old Nauman Hussain, has pleaded guilty to 20 counts of negligent homicide in connection with the fatal Limo crash in Schoharie in 2018. Hussain will be placed on interim probation for 2 years, will serve 1,000 hours of community service, he will not serve jail time & he was ordered to pay an undisclosed amount of money in restitution to the families of the deceased. The October 6th, 2018, crash killed 18 people in the limo including the driver, plus 2 pedestrian in the parking lot of the Apple Barrel Convenience store at State Routes 30 and 30A in Schoharie.
The Summer Fest/ Bainbridge Days event will be held today & tomorrow, Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce spokesperson June White explains:
(June White 9-3-21)
The activities will start this afternoon at 5:00 PM, and continue on Saturday at 9:00 AM, with Events will be in the park and on Main Street.
The Friends of Recovery of Delaware & Otsego County announced the Rothenberger Run for Recovery event on Saturday at Neahwa Park in Oneonta, Spokesman Kyle LaFever explains:
(Kyle LaFever 9-3-21)
Registration for the virtual or in-person run is available at rothenbergerrun.itsyourrace.com/register; online registration will remain open until this morning at 9:00 AM. Day of registration will be held from 7:30am-8:30am in Neahwa Park on Saturday, September 4th. Packet Pickup will take place today from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, or at day of registration.
6zero7 Events presents the Afton Open Air Market, Labor Day edition featuring music, food and local vendors participating, organizer Melissa Matthews explains:
(Melissa Matthews 9-3-21)
The event will be set up at its usual location next to Suburban Propane on State Route 7 just outside of the village of Afton, Starting at 9:00 AM Saturday.
The remainder of the Binghamton Rumble Ponies series with Richmond has been canceled as COVID 19 testing and contact tracing continues. Fans with tickets to Thursday, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday’s games can exchange their tickets to go to any future Rumble Ponies home game this season.
Delaware County Public Health reported 63 new cases of COVID 19 in the last week, with 84 active cases, 6 Hospitalized and 122 quarantined. Delaware County has had 2742 total cases, with 2606 recoveries & 52 deaths during the pandemic.
Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation extending virtual access to public meetings under the State's Open Meetings Law, which allows New Yorkers to virtually participate in local government meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic, as long as the public has the ability to view or listen to the meeting and as long as the meeting is recorded and later transcribed. This change will reduce the need for congregation at public meetings while the Delta variant is prevalent, while ensuring public business can continue.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the Public Health and Health Planning Council passed an emergency regulation and the Health Commissioner issued a determination requiring all teachers, administrators and other school employees to submit to weekly COVID-19 testing unless they show proof of vaccination, with either a CDC vaccine card or the Excelsior Pass. The Governor also announced that the State Department of Health has finalized and released official guidance for classroom instruction regarding Facemasks, which closely echoes the CDC guidance which districts were advised to follow. More information is available at coronavirus.health.ny.gov.
Bassett Healthcare Network will be showcasing its school-based health center at Gilbertsville-Mount Upton Central School with a ribbon-cutting on Tuesday, September 7, at 5:00 pm. The event is being held in conjunction with the school’s annual open house, Bassett Healthcare Network President & CEO Dr. Tommy Ibrahim will offer remarks. Available Care will include Annual physical exams, Immunizations, Diagnosis and treatment of both short-and long-term illnesses, mental health services & Preventive dental care
CDO Workforce, serving Chenango, Delaware, Otsego counties, is partnering with Otsego County Chamber of Commerce, Commerce Chenango, and Delaware County Chamber of Commerce for the 2nd Virtual Career Fair, on Tuesday, September 14th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. The free event will allow local companies and job seekers to connect one-on-one for immediate placement opportunities, especially in industries that are in high demand including Healthcare, Hospitality, Tourism, & Manufacturing, more information is available at 432-4800.
The Mid York Concert band is looking for area musicians to join, with rehearsals starting this month in Norwich, Band conductor Mark Sands explains:
(Mark Sands 9-3-21)
Anyone interested in joining the band can call sands at 334-4307, or email him: Midyorkcb@gmail.com, rehearsals will start Tuesday September 14th from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at the Norwich Middle School band room.
The Susquehanna SPCA in Cooperstown has 4 male Beagle puppies up for adoption, and they have named the dogs after the 4 men being inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame next week, Executive Director Stacie Haynes explains:
(Stacie Haynes 9-3-21)
Haynes said that next Thursday, the winning puppy will be announced. Visitors can stop at the new facility on State Route 28 in Cooperstown; pictures of the pups are also available on their website sqspca.org.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-3-21
The operator of Prestige Limousine, 31 year old Nauman Hussain, has pleaded guilty to 20 counts of negligent homicide in connection with the fatal Limo crash in Schoharie in 2018. Hussain will be placed on interim probation for 2 years, will serve 1,000 hours of community service, he will not serve jail time & he was ordered to pay an undisclosed amount of money in restitution to the families of the deceased. The October 6th, 2018, crash killed 18 people in the limo including the driver, plus 2 pedestrian in the parking lot of the Apple Barrel Convenience store at State Routes 30 and 30A in Schoharie.
The Summer Fest/ Bainbridge Days event will be held today & tomorrow, Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce spokesperson June White explains:
(June White 9-3-21)
The activities will start this afternoon at 5:00 PM, and continue on Saturday at 9:00 AM, with Events will be in the park and on Main Street.
The Friends of Recovery of Delaware & Otsego County announced the Rothenberger Run for Recovery event on Saturday at Neahwa Park in Oneonta, Spokesman Kyle LaFever explains:
(Kyle LaFever 9-3-21)
Registration for the virtual or in-person run is available at rothenbergerrun.itsyourrace.com/register; online registration will remain open until this morning at 9:00 AM. Day of registration will be held from 7:30am-8:30am in Neahwa Park on Saturday, September 4th. Packet Pickup will take place today from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, or at day of registration.
6zero7 Events presents the Afton Open Air Market, Labor Day edition featuring music, food and local vendors participating, organizer Melissa Matthews explains:
(Melissa Matthews 9-3-21)
The event will be set up at its usual location next to Suburban Propane on State Route 7 just outside of the village of Afton, Starting at 9:00 AM Saturday.
The remainder of the Binghamton Rumble Ponies series with Richmond has been canceled as COVID 19 testing and contact tracing continues. Fans with tickets to Thursday, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday’s games can exchange their tickets to go to any future Rumble Ponies home game this season.
Delaware County Public Health reported 63 new cases of COVID 19 in the last week, with 84 active cases, 6 Hospitalized and 122 quarantined. Delaware County has had 2742 total cases, with 2606 recoveries & 52 deaths during the pandemic.
Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation extending virtual access to public meetings under the State's Open Meetings Law, which allows New Yorkers to virtually participate in local government meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic, as long as the public has the ability to view or listen to the meeting and as long as the meeting is recorded and later transcribed. This change will reduce the need for congregation at public meetings while the Delta variant is prevalent, while ensuring public business can continue.
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WCDO News — Wednesday 8-11-21
The Sidney Elks Lodge Annual Looking Back Car Show & Chicken Barbecue will return this year, on Saturday behind the Lodge at 104 River Street in Sidney, spokesperson Lori Lang explains:
(Lori Lang 8-6-21)
Lang said that the event will run from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Saturday, the car show & Barbecue was canceled last year due to the COVID shutdown.
The Rotary Club of Sidney and the Cullman Developmental Center will present "Big Rig Day" tomorrow at the Cullman Center in Sidney, Rotary Spokesman Larry Halbert explains:
(Larry Halbert 8-6-21)
The final event of the series for children will be on Sunday August 22nd at Keith Clark Park in Sidney.
Afton Open Air Market returns Saturday, at 9:00 AM at their location in Afton Next to Suburban Propane on State Route 7, organizer Melissa Matthews OF 6ZERO7 events explains:
(Melissa Matthews 8-6-21)
Matthews said that the full list of vendors and more information is available at AftonMarket dot com.
The Otsego County fair has changed their Saturday Bicycle Giveaway this year, as the pandemic has made it difficult to acquire them; Otsego County Fair spokesperson Lisa Jones told WCDO News that they changed the giveaway:
(Lisa Jones 8-6-21)
More information about the rest of the Otsego County Fair is available at otsegocountyfair.org.
Delaware Opportunities has received additional funds for the dairy distributions, they will have 2 additional distributions to the summer/fall schedule onsite in Hamden on September 8th and October 13th. Registration for both will go live one week prior, as always. There is NO dairy distribution in August, just the food distribution on August 24th, Delaware Opportunities will be distributing back to school supplies again this year, There are income eligibility requirements, more information will be released in the coming weeks.
1 of the women that accused Governor Cuomo of Sexual Harassment has filed a criminal complaint with the Albany County Sheriff's Department. The woman claimed that the Governor reached under her blouse and groped her breast in his office at the Executive Mansion, among other sexual advances. The State Assembly's Judiciary Committee has given Cuomo's Legal team's deadline of August 13th to provide additional evidence in his defense, Cuomo said that he is not planning to resign.
(Lori Lang 8-6-21)
Lang said that the event will run from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Saturday, the car show & Barbecue was canceled last year due to the COVID shutdown.
The Rotary Club of Sidney and the Cullman Developmental Center will present "Big Rig Day" tomorrow at the Cullman Center in Sidney, Rotary Spokesman Larry Halbert explains:
(Larry Halbert 8-6-21)
The final event of the series for children will be on Sunday August 22nd at Keith Clark Park in Sidney.
Afton Open Air Market returns Saturday, at 9:00 AM at their location in Afton Next to Suburban Propane on State Route 7, organizer Melissa Matthews OF 6ZERO7 events explains:
(Melissa Matthews 8-6-21)
Matthews said that the full list of vendors and more information is available at AftonMarket dot com.
The Otsego County fair has changed their Saturday Bicycle Giveaway this year, as the pandemic has made it difficult to acquire them; Otsego County Fair spokesperson Lisa Jones told WCDO News that they changed the giveaway:
(Lisa Jones 8-6-21)
More information about the rest of the Otsego County Fair is available at otsegocountyfair.org.
Delaware Opportunities has received additional funds for the dairy distributions, they will have 2 additional distributions to the summer/fall schedule onsite in Hamden on September 8th and October 13th. Registration for both will go live one week prior, as always. There is NO dairy distribution in August, just the food distribution on August 24th, Delaware Opportunities will be distributing back to school supplies again this year, There are income eligibility requirements, more information will be released in the coming weeks.
1 of the women that accused Governor Cuomo of Sexual Harassment has filed a criminal complaint with the Albany County Sheriff's Department. The woman claimed that the Governor reached under her blouse and groped her breast in his office at the Executive Mansion, among other sexual advances. The State Assembly's Judiciary Committee has given Cuomo's Legal team's deadline of August 13th to provide additional evidence in his defense, Cuomo said that he is not planning to resign.
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