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WCDO News — Thursday 12-28-23
WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 12-28-23
The United States Attorney’s Office announced that 33 year old Dupray Jordan of Binghamton entered a guilty plea in US District Court for possessing fentanyl and methamphetamine with the intent to sell, possessing a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking, and possessing a firearm and ammunition as a convicted felon, in connection with a warrant executed in November of 2021. Jordan faces up to 20 years in prison, a series of fines, when he is sentenced on May 8, 2024 in Syracuse.
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 23-year-old Leroy Williams for unlawful dissemination or publication of an intimate image, a warrant has been issued for Williams’ arrest in the revenge porn case.
The State Court of Appeals ordered new Congressional maps be drawn for the 2024 election, the redistricting decision will ensure that all , district lines should be drawn by the Independent Redistricting Commission, and not by state lawmakers.
Bassett Healthcare Network will enter the new year with Staci Thompson taking over for Dr. Tommy Ibrahim, she told WCDO News that the recruitment efforts will continue in order to meet the goals of the organization:
(Staci Thompson 12-27-23)
The Bassett Healthcare Network board voted to appoint Thompson, who has been the Network’s executive vice president and chief operating officer, as Dr. Ibrahim’s successor, on an interim basis starting on January 1st.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies were contacted by members of the Broome County Sheriff’s Office December 19th, that they had 59-year-old Eva Witteman in custody. Delaware County Deputies took Witteman into custody and transported her to the Delaware County Correctional Facility where she was arraigned & held without bail, an indictment was unsealed & she is accused of possessing methamphetamine following an investigation of an abandoned vehicle in February, she was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia, she was was released on her own recognizance and directed to appear in court at a later date for these charges.
A Red Cross Blood drive is scheduled in Cooperstown today from 12:00 to 4:00 PM, at the Otsego County Office of Emergency Services, 140 County Highway 33W. Schedule an appointment by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
The United States Attorney’s Office announced that 33 year old Dupray Jordan of Binghamton entered a guilty plea in US District Court for possessing fentanyl and methamphetamine with the intent to sell, possessing a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking, and possessing a firearm and ammunition as a convicted felon, in connection with a warrant executed in November of 2021. Jordan faces up to 20 years in prison, a series of fines, when he is sentenced on May 8, 2024 in Syracuse.
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 23-year-old Leroy Williams for unlawful dissemination or publication of an intimate image, a warrant has been issued for Williams’ arrest in the revenge porn case.
The State Court of Appeals ordered new Congressional maps be drawn for the 2024 election, the redistricting decision will ensure that all , district lines should be drawn by the Independent Redistricting Commission, and not by state lawmakers.
Bassett Healthcare Network will enter the new year with Staci Thompson taking over for Dr. Tommy Ibrahim, she told WCDO News that the recruitment efforts will continue in order to meet the goals of the organization:
(Staci Thompson 12-27-23)
The Bassett Healthcare Network board voted to appoint Thompson, who has been the Network’s executive vice president and chief operating officer, as Dr. Ibrahim’s successor, on an interim basis starting on January 1st.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies were contacted by members of the Broome County Sheriff’s Office December 19th, that they had 59-year-old Eva Witteman in custody. Delaware County Deputies took Witteman into custody and transported her to the Delaware County Correctional Facility where she was arraigned & held without bail, an indictment was unsealed & she is accused of possessing methamphetamine following an investigation of an abandoned vehicle in February, she was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia, she was was released on her own recognizance and directed to appear in court at a later date for these charges.
A Red Cross Blood drive is scheduled in Cooperstown today from 12:00 to 4:00 PM, at the Otsego County Office of Emergency Services, 140 County Highway 33W. Schedule an appointment by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
WCDO News — Thursday 12-14-23
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 12-14-23
The City of Norwich is looking to get federal money for additional projects in the coming years, City of Norwich Community Development Director Erik Scrivener told WCDO News what needs to get finished next:
(Eric Scrivener 12-14-23)
The project follows the 2023 project that replaced water lines in the downtown business district, some of the pipes dated back to more that 100 years in service.
The State Department of Health reminds New Yorkers to get up to date on vaccines that are available to protect against flu, COVID-19, and RSV, before holiday gatherings and travel. The CDC issued a announced to health care providers that there are low vaccination rates against flu, COVID-19, and RSV and ,State Health Commissioner McDonald declared that influenza is now prevalent in New York State.?There have been two pediatric flu-associated deaths in the state this season; New York State flu trends on the Department's?Flu Tracker, at nyshc.health.ny.gov.
58-year-old Joy LaBarr of Binghamton was charged with stealing nearly $32,000 in State pension payments intended for her deceased father-in-law, according to the State Comptroller's office and Broome County District Attorney Michael Korchak. LaBarr’s father-in-law, Jack Burnett, retired in 2006 from the Binghamton Housing Authority. Under the pension option he chose, his wife was to continue receiving payments after his death, however, she predeceased him, so payments should have stopped upon his death in December 2020, No one from the family reported his passing. LaBarr was charged with grand larceny. She was arraigned in Broome County Court & is due back in court on January 12th.
As of mid December, the United Way of Mid Rural New York campaign has reached 50% of its $425,000 goal for Chenango County, about 51% of the Delaware County Goal of $15,000 and 32% of their stated Otsego County Goal of of $80,000. The campaigns will close their annual fundraising campaign on December 31, for the new United Way of Mid Rural New York, more information is available at 607-334-8815, or go to the organization’s website at uwmrny.org.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 12-14-23
State Police are reminding all State Pistol Permit holders that State Law requires Pistol Owners to re-certify a carry concealed pistol permit every 3 years. The re-certification requirement for premises and employment pistol permits is every 5 years. Re-certification & status of a Pistol Permit is available at firearms.troopers.ny.gov, more information is available at gunsafety.ny.gov.
Governor Hochul signed 4 bills into law recently, 1 law Prohibits Selling Medicine for an Excessive Price During a Drug Shortage, another Prohibits Hospitals, Health Care Professionals and Ambulances from Reporting Medical Debt to Credit Agencies, the 3rd law requires Companies to Notify Customers of Automatic Subscription Renewals and to Provide Clear Instructions for Canceling, and the 4th clarifies that Merchants Must Post the Highest Price a Consumer Might Pay for a Product Regardless of Payment Methods
42 year old Melissa Astalos of Sidney appeared in Delaware County Court Monday and pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Astalos appeared admitted that she knowingly possessed a narcotic compound in the Village of Sidney on February 16th, sentencing will be held in January of 2024.
A.O. Fox Hospital's Tri-Town Campus in Sidney is hosting a blood drive with the American Red Cross today, from 2:30 pm. to 6:30 pm. In the 2nd Floor Conference Room. Appointments are available and walk-ins are welcome. Appointments may be made by calling 1-800-Red-Cross, visiting www.redcrossblood.org, or using the American Red Cross Blood Donor App. The American Red Cross is experiencing a blood shortage due to the cancellation of blood drives and has issued an emergency request for all blood types. Appointments may be made at redcrossblood.org, by calling 1-800-RedCross (1-800-733-2767).
U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro announced his constituent service team will hold mobile office hours from noon to 2:00pm today, at the Stamford Village Hall. constituents will be able to connect with representatives from Rep. Molinaro's office to share comments and resolve issues they are having with federal agencies like the VA, IRS, and Social Security Administration.
The City of Norwich is looking to get federal money for additional projects in the coming years, City of Norwich Community Development Director Erik Scrivener told WCDO News what needs to get finished next:
(Eric Scrivener 12-14-23)
The project follows the 2023 project that replaced water lines in the downtown business district, some of the pipes dated back to more that 100 years in service.
The State Department of Health reminds New Yorkers to get up to date on vaccines that are available to protect against flu, COVID-19, and RSV, before holiday gatherings and travel. The CDC issued a announced to health care providers that there are low vaccination rates against flu, COVID-19, and RSV and ,State Health Commissioner McDonald declared that influenza is now prevalent in New York State.?There have been two pediatric flu-associated deaths in the state this season; New York State flu trends on the Department's?Flu Tracker, at nyshc.health.ny.gov.
58-year-old Joy LaBarr of Binghamton was charged with stealing nearly $32,000 in State pension payments intended for her deceased father-in-law, according to the State Comptroller's office and Broome County District Attorney Michael Korchak. LaBarr’s father-in-law, Jack Burnett, retired in 2006 from the Binghamton Housing Authority. Under the pension option he chose, his wife was to continue receiving payments after his death, however, she predeceased him, so payments should have stopped upon his death in December 2020, No one from the family reported his passing. LaBarr was charged with grand larceny. She was arraigned in Broome County Court & is due back in court on January 12th.
As of mid December, the United Way of Mid Rural New York campaign has reached 50% of its $425,000 goal for Chenango County, about 51% of the Delaware County Goal of $15,000 and 32% of their stated Otsego County Goal of of $80,000. The campaigns will close their annual fundraising campaign on December 31, for the new United Way of Mid Rural New York, more information is available at 607-334-8815, or go to the organization’s website at uwmrny.org.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 12-14-23
State Police are reminding all State Pistol Permit holders that State Law requires Pistol Owners to re-certify a carry concealed pistol permit every 3 years. The re-certification requirement for premises and employment pistol permits is every 5 years. Re-certification & status of a Pistol Permit is available at firearms.troopers.ny.gov, more information is available at gunsafety.ny.gov.
Governor Hochul signed 4 bills into law recently, 1 law Prohibits Selling Medicine for an Excessive Price During a Drug Shortage, another Prohibits Hospitals, Health Care Professionals and Ambulances from Reporting Medical Debt to Credit Agencies, the 3rd law requires Companies to Notify Customers of Automatic Subscription Renewals and to Provide Clear Instructions for Canceling, and the 4th clarifies that Merchants Must Post the Highest Price a Consumer Might Pay for a Product Regardless of Payment Methods
42 year old Melissa Astalos of Sidney appeared in Delaware County Court Monday and pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Astalos appeared admitted that she knowingly possessed a narcotic compound in the Village of Sidney on February 16th, sentencing will be held in January of 2024.
A.O. Fox Hospital's Tri-Town Campus in Sidney is hosting a blood drive with the American Red Cross today, from 2:30 pm. to 6:30 pm. In the 2nd Floor Conference Room. Appointments are available and walk-ins are welcome. Appointments may be made by calling 1-800-Red-Cross, visiting www.redcrossblood.org, or using the American Red Cross Blood Donor App. The American Red Cross is experiencing a blood shortage due to the cancellation of blood drives and has issued an emergency request for all blood types. Appointments may be made at redcrossblood.org, by calling 1-800-RedCross (1-800-733-2767).
U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro announced his constituent service team will hold mobile office hours from noon to 2:00pm today, at the Stamford Village Hall. constituents will be able to connect with representatives from Rep. Molinaro's office to share comments and resolve issues they are having with federal agencies like the VA, IRS, and Social Security Administration.
A.O. FOX HOSPITAL TRI-TOWN CAMPUSAmerican red CrossBROOME COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY MICHAEL KORCHAKCONGRESSMAN MARC MOLINAROERIC SCRIVENERGOVENOR HOCHULJACK BURNETTJOY LABARRMELISSA ASTALOSNew YorkNorwichNYSidneyStamfordState Comptroller Thomas DiNapoliState Health DepartmentUnited Way of Mid Rural New YorkWCDO
WCDO News — Monday 12-11-23
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 12-11-23
The Town of Oneonta has adjusted the restricted area to the public to properties close to the area around Saturday's explosion & fire at Richards Avenue in Oneonta's West End. Residents within the affected area will be allowed to secure their homes from the outside only, Town of Oneonta Code Enforcement will be on scene with NYSEG to assist residents, the Code Enforcement Office phone number is 607-432-8606. The phone number for town hall is 607-432-2900. A representative from Mobile Crises Assessment Team is at the Oneonta Town Hall today and Wednesday at starting at 10:00 AM for anyone who needs assistance, their phone number is 315-732-6228.
NYSEG is reporting over 3000 customers without power this afternoon, following the heavy wet snow over the region. Crews are working to restore power as quickly as possible. Most of the power outages were in the Middle & Eastern townships in Delaware County.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies responded to motor vehicle complaint in the Town of Davenport November 26th, Deputies learned that a vehicle had been stolen, damaged and return to the owner’s residence. Later that day Sheriff's Deputies located where the vehicle had been involved in a property damage accident. Deputies determined that owner 23-year-old Hector Padilla of Davenport had made a false report and was the operator of the vehicle when it was involved in the accident. Deputies charged Padilla with 2 counts of Criminal Mischief, 1 count of Obstructing Governmental Administration & 1 count of Falsely Reporting an Incident, he was issued appearance tickets for Town of Davenport Court at a later date.
The Jericho Arts Council is now looking for artists to participate in next year's Regatta Row 2024. Spokesperson Rachel Hares explains:
(Rachel Hares 12-11-23)
The chairs will be displayed in Bainbridge from April to Memorial Day Weekend, when they are auctioned off during the General Clinton Canoe Regatta, applications and details are available online at jerichoarts.com, more information is available at 607-643-2211.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 12-11-23
On Saturday at approximately 5:30 pm; The Otsego County 911 Center received multiple 911 calls reporting an explosion and residential structure fire on Richards Avenue in the Town of Oneonta. The Oneonta Fire Department and multiple mutual aid departments responded. Upon arrival, they found multiple structures with severe damage and an active structure fire. Deputies and members of various fire departments assisted residents in the immediate area with a precautionary evacuation. Once the fire was extinguished, 60 year old Desmond Moan was found deceased. A neighboring resident received medical attention for minor injuries sustained during the explosion, the initial investigation determined the cause of the fire at 18 Richards Avenue was a result of human error.
1 person has died as a result of a house fire Friday night at 72 Colfax Avenue in Binghamton, 2 dogs were also killed by the flames. Binghamton Fire fighters arrived at the scene, they found heavy flames coming from 72 Colfax spreading to 74 Colfax Ave. Firefighters removed 1 person from the house, who was transported to a nearby hospital and was pronounced dead. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
The Unadilla Fire was dispatched to a possible structure fire in the town of Unadilla on Kilkenny Road, at about 4:15 Saturday afternoon. Additional personnel were called in from Franklin, Wells Bridge, and Sidney Fire departments, it took approximately 25 minutes to get the fire knocked down.
The Tioga County District Attorney’s Office announced that 32 year old Boyd Fenton of Athens, Pennsylvania was arraigned on a 105-count indictment for setting a fire at Tioga Downs that killed 30 horses, destroyed the barn, injured a trainer, he was indicted for arson, assault, burglary, 38 counts of criminal mischief, 30 counts of interference with or injury to domestic animals; 31 counts of overdriving, torturing and injuring animals; aggravated cruelty to animals; bail for Fenton has been set at $25,000 cash, $50,000 property and $250,000 secured bond.
Delaware County Officials are aware of a complaint filed in the Northern District of New York by The Reporter. Officials can not make any comment at this time as the matter is in pending litigation, but officials deny all claims against the County as well as any individual named as a defendant in that matter, and will vigorously defend the action. The County was sued last week by the Reporter, as they claim that the action by the Board of Supervisors to remove The Reporter as the County's official paper for the publishing of legal notices, was in retaliation for coverage of county affairs by the Reporter's staff.
Delaware County District Attorney's Office announced that 44 year old Laura Davis of Big Indian was indicted for Drugged Driving by the Delaware County Grand Jury on December 7th. The Indictment alleges that on March 3rd, Davis was driving in the Village of Walton while her ability to operate that motor vehicle was impaired by a stimulant, she was also charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Possession of a Controlled Substance Outside of its Original Container.
State Senator Joseph Griffo of presented the New York State Senate Empire Awards to a few Chenango County businesses recently. Griffo announced that the awards went to Golden Artist Colors of New Berlin, Preferred Mutual Insurance Company of New Berlin, Service Pharmacy of Sherburne & The Sherburne News.
The Town of Oneonta has adjusted the restricted area to the public to properties close to the area around Saturday's explosion & fire at Richards Avenue in Oneonta's West End. Residents within the affected area will be allowed to secure their homes from the outside only, Town of Oneonta Code Enforcement will be on scene with NYSEG to assist residents, the Code Enforcement Office phone number is 607-432-8606. The phone number for town hall is 607-432-2900. A representative from Mobile Crises Assessment Team is at the Oneonta Town Hall today and Wednesday at starting at 10:00 AM for anyone who needs assistance, their phone number is 315-732-6228.
NYSEG is reporting over 3000 customers without power this afternoon, following the heavy wet snow over the region. Crews are working to restore power as quickly as possible. Most of the power outages were in the Middle & Eastern townships in Delaware County.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies responded to motor vehicle complaint in the Town of Davenport November 26th, Deputies learned that a vehicle had been stolen, damaged and return to the owner’s residence. Later that day Sheriff's Deputies located where the vehicle had been involved in a property damage accident. Deputies determined that owner 23-year-old Hector Padilla of Davenport had made a false report and was the operator of the vehicle when it was involved in the accident. Deputies charged Padilla with 2 counts of Criminal Mischief, 1 count of Obstructing Governmental Administration & 1 count of Falsely Reporting an Incident, he was issued appearance tickets for Town of Davenport Court at a later date.
The Jericho Arts Council is now looking for artists to participate in next year's Regatta Row 2024. Spokesperson Rachel Hares explains:
(Rachel Hares 12-11-23)
The chairs will be displayed in Bainbridge from April to Memorial Day Weekend, when they are auctioned off during the General Clinton Canoe Regatta, applications and details are available online at jerichoarts.com, more information is available at 607-643-2211.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 12-11-23
On Saturday at approximately 5:30 pm; The Otsego County 911 Center received multiple 911 calls reporting an explosion and residential structure fire on Richards Avenue in the Town of Oneonta. The Oneonta Fire Department and multiple mutual aid departments responded. Upon arrival, they found multiple structures with severe damage and an active structure fire. Deputies and members of various fire departments assisted residents in the immediate area with a precautionary evacuation. Once the fire was extinguished, 60 year old Desmond Moan was found deceased. A neighboring resident received medical attention for minor injuries sustained during the explosion, the initial investigation determined the cause of the fire at 18 Richards Avenue was a result of human error.
1 person has died as a result of a house fire Friday night at 72 Colfax Avenue in Binghamton, 2 dogs were also killed by the flames. Binghamton Fire fighters arrived at the scene, they found heavy flames coming from 72 Colfax spreading to 74 Colfax Ave. Firefighters removed 1 person from the house, who was transported to a nearby hospital and was pronounced dead. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
The Unadilla Fire was dispatched to a possible structure fire in the town of Unadilla on Kilkenny Road, at about 4:15 Saturday afternoon. Additional personnel were called in from Franklin, Wells Bridge, and Sidney Fire departments, it took approximately 25 minutes to get the fire knocked down.
The Tioga County District Attorney’s Office announced that 32 year old Boyd Fenton of Athens, Pennsylvania was arraigned on a 105-count indictment for setting a fire at Tioga Downs that killed 30 horses, destroyed the barn, injured a trainer, he was indicted for arson, assault, burglary, 38 counts of criminal mischief, 30 counts of interference with or injury to domestic animals; 31 counts of overdriving, torturing and injuring animals; aggravated cruelty to animals; bail for Fenton has been set at $25,000 cash, $50,000 property and $250,000 secured bond.
Delaware County Officials are aware of a complaint filed in the Northern District of New York by The Reporter. Officials can not make any comment at this time as the matter is in pending litigation, but officials deny all claims against the County as well as any individual named as a defendant in that matter, and will vigorously defend the action. The County was sued last week by the Reporter, as they claim that the action by the Board of Supervisors to remove The Reporter as the County's official paper for the publishing of legal notices, was in retaliation for coverage of county affairs by the Reporter's staff.
Delaware County District Attorney's Office announced that 44 year old Laura Davis of Big Indian was indicted for Drugged Driving by the Delaware County Grand Jury on December 7th. The Indictment alleges that on March 3rd, Davis was driving in the Village of Walton while her ability to operate that motor vehicle was impaired by a stimulant, she was also charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Possession of a Controlled Substance Outside of its Original Container.
State Senator Joseph Griffo of presented the New York State Senate Empire Awards to a few Chenango County businesses recently. Griffo announced that the awards went to Golden Artist Colors of New Berlin, Preferred Mutual Insurance Company of New Berlin, Service Pharmacy of Sherburne & The Sherburne News.
BinghamtonBOYD FENTONDavenportDESMOND MOANGolden Artists ColorsHECTOR PADILLAJERICHO ARTS COUNCILLAURA DAVISNew BerlinNew YorkNYNYSEGOneontaPREFERRED MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANYRACHEL HARESREGATTA ROWSERVICE PHARMACY OF SHERBURNESHERBURNE NEWSSTATE SENATOR JOSEPH GRIFFOTHE REPORTERTIOGA COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEYUNADILLA FIRE DEPARTMENTWCDO
WCDO News — Thursday 11-30-23
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 11-30-23
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand discussed a proposal to toughen penalties in the Do Not Call bill to crack down on robocalls, robotexts, and AI scams, as Americans receive 4 billion robocalls every month, many of them from scammers:
(Gillibrand 11-30-23)
Gillibrand said that a lot needs to be learned about the Artificial intelligence phone scams, which can feature Voice cloning, which allows a scammer to mimic or impersonate the voice of an individual’s loved ones in order to steal money or information.
Bassett Healthcare Network’s board of directors announced that President and CEO, Dr. Tommy Ibrahim, has decided to leave the organization at the end of the year. The Bassett Healthcare Network board has voted to appoint Staci Thompson, who is the Bassett Healthcare Network’s current executive vice president and chief operating officer, as Dr. Ibrahim’s successor, on an interim basis starting on January 1st. Dr. Ibraham talked about his time at Bassett and the programs implemented during & after the pandemic:
(Dr. Ibrahim 11-30-23)
Staci Thompson came to Bassett from Guthrie about 6 months ago, and told WCDO about keeping the momentum going forward:
(Staci Thompson 11-30-23)
Over the coming weeks, Ibrahim and Thompson will work together to ensure a smooth transition.
State Police reported the arrest of 178 individuals for impaired driving during the Thanksgiving holiday enforcement period. Which resulted in 12,171 tickets issued statewide. State Police reported 765 crashes during this period, with no fatalities. A breakdown of the tickets issued shows that 4,349 were for speeding, 362 for distracted driving, 1,162 for seatbelt violations, and 137 for violations of the Move Over Law.
A federally housed inmate at the Broome County Correctional Facility is facing 17 felony charges after investigators found fentanyl, PCP and other contraband hidden in his cell. On October 24th, the Corrections Criminal Investigations Unit conducted cell searches, 41 year old Freddie Brown of Baldwinsville was charged with multiple Counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, 11 Counts of Promoting Prison Contraband, Officers seized fentanyl, PCP, synthetic cannabis, & tobacco, Brown was arraigned for the charges in the Town of Dickinson Court earlier this month.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 46 year old Joseph Ogborn of Otego for possessing social media accounts not listed on the sex offender registry. Ogborn is a level 3 sex offender, he was charged with 2 counts of Sex Offender Failure to Register, he was located today by investigators and parole officers and taken in to custody, bail was recommended by the Otsego County District Attorney's Office at $5,000 cash, $5,000 credit card and $50,000 bond.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 11-30-23
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for Corey Valdez on an outstanding warrant for Criminal Possession of a Weapon, he is described as a white male 5'6" tall about 175 pounds with black hair & brown eyes, anyone with information on the location of Valdez is asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office at gobroomecounty.com/sheriff/warrants or by calling the tip line at (607) 778-1196. -
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced the relaunch of the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Healthcare Program, with a webinar scheduled for today for chamber members, Chamber President Ray Pucci Explains:
(Ray Pucci 11-27-23)
Pucci said that the webinar is available at 2:00 pm, go to delawarecounty.org & go to the "Join The Chamber" Tab to get the link for the webinar.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand discussed a proposal to toughen penalties in the Do Not Call bill to crack down on robocalls, robotexts, and AI scams, as Americans receive 4 billion robocalls every month, many of them from scammers:
(Gillibrand 11-30-23)
Gillibrand said that a lot needs to be learned about the Artificial intelligence phone scams, which can feature Voice cloning, which allows a scammer to mimic or impersonate the voice of an individual’s loved ones in order to steal money or information.
Bassett Healthcare Network’s board of directors announced that President and CEO, Dr. Tommy Ibrahim, has decided to leave the organization at the end of the year. The Bassett Healthcare Network board has voted to appoint Staci Thompson, who is the Bassett Healthcare Network’s current executive vice president and chief operating officer, as Dr. Ibrahim’s successor, on an interim basis starting on January 1st. Dr. Ibraham talked about his time at Bassett and the programs implemented during & after the pandemic:
(Dr. Ibrahim 11-30-23)
Staci Thompson came to Bassett from Guthrie about 6 months ago, and told WCDO about keeping the momentum going forward:
(Staci Thompson 11-30-23)
Over the coming weeks, Ibrahim and Thompson will work together to ensure a smooth transition.
State Police reported the arrest of 178 individuals for impaired driving during the Thanksgiving holiday enforcement period. Which resulted in 12,171 tickets issued statewide. State Police reported 765 crashes during this period, with no fatalities. A breakdown of the tickets issued shows that 4,349 were for speeding, 362 for distracted driving, 1,162 for seatbelt violations, and 137 for violations of the Move Over Law.
A federally housed inmate at the Broome County Correctional Facility is facing 17 felony charges after investigators found fentanyl, PCP and other contraband hidden in his cell. On October 24th, the Corrections Criminal Investigations Unit conducted cell searches, 41 year old Freddie Brown of Baldwinsville was charged with multiple Counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, 11 Counts of Promoting Prison Contraband, Officers seized fentanyl, PCP, synthetic cannabis, & tobacco, Brown was arraigned for the charges in the Town of Dickinson Court earlier this month.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 46 year old Joseph Ogborn of Otego for possessing social media accounts not listed on the sex offender registry. Ogborn is a level 3 sex offender, he was charged with 2 counts of Sex Offender Failure to Register, he was located today by investigators and parole officers and taken in to custody, bail was recommended by the Otsego County District Attorney's Office at $5,000 cash, $5,000 credit card and $50,000 bond.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 11-30-23
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for Corey Valdez on an outstanding warrant for Criminal Possession of a Weapon, he is described as a white male 5'6" tall about 175 pounds with black hair & brown eyes, anyone with information on the location of Valdez is asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office at gobroomecounty.com/sheriff/warrants or by calling the tip line at (607) 778-1196. -
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced the relaunch of the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Healthcare Program, with a webinar scheduled for today for chamber members, Chamber President Ray Pucci Explains:
(Ray Pucci 11-27-23)
Pucci said that the webinar is available at 2:00 pm, go to delawarecounty.org & go to the "Join The Chamber" Tab to get the link for the webinar.
WCDO News — Tuesday 11-21-23
P.M. NEWS Tuesday 11-21-23
The headliner for the Southern Tier Music Fest was announced on WCDO This Morning, Organizers Ed Curley & Teri Schunk comment:
(Ed Curley Teri Schunk 11-21-23)
Schunk said that General Admission tickets will be specially priced at $50 a ticket Black Friday through Cyber Monday, after that they will go back to $75 a piece, VIP Tickets are available for $175 dollars, Tickets can be found at southerntiermusicfest.com.
State Police will participate in a special traffic enforcement initiative to crack down on unsafe driving behaviors through Thanksgiving weekend. The special traffic enforcement period runs from Wednesday through Sunday, and will focus on impaired and distracted driving as well as speeding and the Move Over Law. Temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on New York State highways will be suspended through 6:00 am on Monday, some work may continue behind permanent concrete barriers for emergency repairs.
The State Department of Labor released preliminary local unemployment rates for October. The State's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased from 4.0% in September to 4.2% in October , locally, Chenango County had 3.2%, Delaware County 3.7% and Otsego County 3.4% in October.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli and State Police announced the arrest of Utica City School District Superintendent Bruce Karam and the former Utica Mayor and School Board President Louis LaPolla. Karam was using school money and resources to send election mailers in support of school board candidates that he favored and who determined his contract, salary and authority. He also is accused of using school resources to send invitations for a non-school related fundraiser for a purported charity run by LaPolla. LaPolla was allegedly aware that school resources were being used on his behalf. Karam also allegedly tried to cover up his actions by attempting to persuade school district employees to lie that the resources being used for a valid purpose.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-21-23
State Police Major Crimes Unit members were in southern Vermont searching an area of forest for the remains of Sara Anne Wood, about 30 miles east of Albany. Wood was abducted while riding her bicycle 30 years ago in a remote area of the Town of Frankfort, & was killed by Lewis Lent of Massachusetts, Over 80 officers from the State Police assisted in the search, which concluded on Thursday, No remains were found in the search.
Delaware County District Attorney's Office announced that 34 year old Donald Kern of Sidney, was indicted for a Hate Crime by the Delaware County Grand Jury last week. The Indictment accuses Kern of Aggravated Harassment as a Hate Crime, he is accused pf threatening and spitting on an African American female from Sidney, threatened her with violence, & used racial slurs.
State Police reported that they took 42 impaired motorists from the roadways in the month of October in Troop C. A total 28 of Driving While Intoxicated charges were administered, 4 of those were against someone who had a previous DWI conviction within the last 10 years, and 1 was for an individual who had 2 prior DWI convictions in the last 2 years, 7 were charged with Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs.
The Broome County Corrections Academy will hold its graduation ceremony for the Class of 2023 at the Holiday Inn in Downtown Binghamton, starting at 11:30 this morning. 25 graduates will officially earn the rank of Officer, after 3 months of training, learning defense tactics, studying law, Several recruits will also be recognized with individual awards.
The Saratoga County Sheriff's Office arrested 50-year-old Joellyn Bedford, of Norwich, for using a forged bank cashier's check to buy a 2021 Ford Bronco worth $58,500. The Sheriff's Office accuses Bedford of using a check with a false name to purchase the car, she then sold the vehicle to a dealership in Otsego County.
The headliner for the Southern Tier Music Fest was announced on WCDO This Morning, Organizers Ed Curley & Teri Schunk comment:
(Ed Curley Teri Schunk 11-21-23)
Schunk said that General Admission tickets will be specially priced at $50 a ticket Black Friday through Cyber Monday, after that they will go back to $75 a piece, VIP Tickets are available for $175 dollars, Tickets can be found at southerntiermusicfest.com.
State Police will participate in a special traffic enforcement initiative to crack down on unsafe driving behaviors through Thanksgiving weekend. The special traffic enforcement period runs from Wednesday through Sunday, and will focus on impaired and distracted driving as well as speeding and the Move Over Law. Temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on New York State highways will be suspended through 6:00 am on Monday, some work may continue behind permanent concrete barriers for emergency repairs.
The State Department of Labor released preliminary local unemployment rates for October. The State's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased from 4.0% in September to 4.2% in October , locally, Chenango County had 3.2%, Delaware County 3.7% and Otsego County 3.4% in October.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli and State Police announced the arrest of Utica City School District Superintendent Bruce Karam and the former Utica Mayor and School Board President Louis LaPolla. Karam was using school money and resources to send election mailers in support of school board candidates that he favored and who determined his contract, salary and authority. He also is accused of using school resources to send invitations for a non-school related fundraiser for a purported charity run by LaPolla. LaPolla was allegedly aware that school resources were being used on his behalf. Karam also allegedly tried to cover up his actions by attempting to persuade school district employees to lie that the resources being used for a valid purpose.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-21-23
State Police Major Crimes Unit members were in southern Vermont searching an area of forest for the remains of Sara Anne Wood, about 30 miles east of Albany. Wood was abducted while riding her bicycle 30 years ago in a remote area of the Town of Frankfort, & was killed by Lewis Lent of Massachusetts, Over 80 officers from the State Police assisted in the search, which concluded on Thursday, No remains were found in the search.
Delaware County District Attorney's Office announced that 34 year old Donald Kern of Sidney, was indicted for a Hate Crime by the Delaware County Grand Jury last week. The Indictment accuses Kern of Aggravated Harassment as a Hate Crime, he is accused pf threatening and spitting on an African American female from Sidney, threatened her with violence, & used racial slurs.
State Police reported that they took 42 impaired motorists from the roadways in the month of October in Troop C. A total 28 of Driving While Intoxicated charges were administered, 4 of those were against someone who had a previous DWI conviction within the last 10 years, and 1 was for an individual who had 2 prior DWI convictions in the last 2 years, 7 were charged with Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs.
The Broome County Corrections Academy will hold its graduation ceremony for the Class of 2023 at the Holiday Inn in Downtown Binghamton, starting at 11:30 this morning. 25 graduates will officially earn the rank of Officer, after 3 months of training, learning defense tactics, studying law, Several recruits will also be recognized with individual awards.
The Saratoga County Sheriff's Office arrested 50-year-old Joellyn Bedford, of Norwich, for using a forged bank cashier's check to buy a 2021 Ford Bronco worth $58,500. The Sheriff's Office accuses Bedford of using a check with a false name to purchase the car, she then sold the vehicle to a dealership in Otsego County.
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WCDO News — Monday 11-6-23
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-6-23
Tomorrow is Election day, one of the biggest races involves the State Supreme Court seat in the 6th District, both candidates have extensive experience in practicing law, 1st Deidre Hay explains her reasons fro running for the seat on the bench:
(Deirdre Hay 11-6-23)
Republican candidate Cheryl Insinga told WCDO news about her experiences prior to this race for the Supreme Court Seat:
(Cheryl Insinga 11-6-23)
The Supreme Court seat on the bench becomes empty due to the retirement of Jeff Tait.
3 people are running for 2 seats on the Sidney Town Board, Democrat Kevin Greene told WCDO news that the town has ignored the Comprehensive plan from 20 years ago, & it needs to be updated:
(Kevin Greene 11-6-23)
Republican incumbent Paul Muratore said that Sidney needs to continue to move forward in today's Tech Savvy World:
(Paul Muratore 11-6-23)
Incumbent Republican Bill Hunt told WCDO News that something needs to be done about the the tax funding for the Town Highway Department:
(Bill Hunt 11-6-23)
Voters are reminded to check their County Board of elections website to see what races that are on the ballot Tuesday.
Lambrecht Auction had its ribbon cutting ceremony Friday, coupled with a fundraiser for the Sidney Emergency Squad, Owner Jared Lambrecht told WCDO News who much they raised:
(Jared Lambrecht 11-6-23)
Ray Baker of the Sidney Emergency Squad said that they appreciate Lambrecht's efforts to keep the squad moving forward with the latest life saving equipment:
(Ray Baker 11-6-23)
Lambrecht said that they are already talking about making the fundraiser an annual event after Friday's inaugural effort at their new Sidney Facility.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 32 year old Jentre Bergman of McGraw for Robbery. On September 23rd, Bergman allegedly went to a residence in the Town of German, where he forcefully stole a Harley-Davidson motorcycle by pointing a shotgun at the victim & fled the scene on the motorcycle. An arrest warrant was then issued for Bergman, who was arrested by the Cortland County Sheriff’s Office and held in their facility on un-related charges. Bergman was then transported to the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office where he was processed for charges of Robbery, Grand Larceny, and Menacing, he was arraigned in the Town of German Court where bail was set at $5,000. Bergman was then transported back to the Cortland County Correctional Facility where he is being held.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-6-23
40 year old Cory Kujawski of Burlington Flats was indicted by an Otsego County Grand Jury. State Police arrested Kujawski, for 3 counts of Predatory Sexual Assault Against a Child, 2 counts of Course of Sexual Conduct Against a Child & 1 count of Criminal Sexual Act, he is accused of inappropriate sexual contact with a child under the age of 13 on several occasions, he was arraigned and released on his own recognizance & was referred to Otsego County probation.
State Police arrested 39 year old Antoine Laporte of Buffalo for Criminal Possession of a Weapon after a Trooper observed a vehicle traveling at an excessive speed, The Trooper attempted to catch up to the vehicle but lost sight of the car, the trooper ended up finding the vehicle rolled over at the bottom of the East Branch exit ramp. Laporte walking on Harvard Road, he fled but was eventually detained, Laporte had multiple warrants for Assault and Larceny in Erie County and in the state of New Jersey, troopers also located a weapon in the wrecked vehicle. Laporte was transported to Wilson Hospital for a medical evaluation, he was released & was turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility for arraignment.
Former President Donald Trump is set to testify today at his New York civil fraud trial, and threatens to cost him control of properties such as Trump Tower. His testimony in the trial of New York Attorney General Letitia James’ lawsuit follows that of his eldest sons, Eric and Donald Trump Jr., who testified last week. His eldest daughter, Ivanka, is set to testify on Wednesday.
Tomorrow is Election day, one of the biggest races involves the State Supreme Court seat in the 6th District, both candidates have extensive experience in practicing law, 1st Deidre Hay explains her reasons fro running for the seat on the bench:
(Deirdre Hay 11-6-23)
Republican candidate Cheryl Insinga told WCDO news about her experiences prior to this race for the Supreme Court Seat:
(Cheryl Insinga 11-6-23)
The Supreme Court seat on the bench becomes empty due to the retirement of Jeff Tait.
3 people are running for 2 seats on the Sidney Town Board, Democrat Kevin Greene told WCDO news that the town has ignored the Comprehensive plan from 20 years ago, & it needs to be updated:
(Kevin Greene 11-6-23)
Republican incumbent Paul Muratore said that Sidney needs to continue to move forward in today's Tech Savvy World:
(Paul Muratore 11-6-23)
Incumbent Republican Bill Hunt told WCDO News that something needs to be done about the the tax funding for the Town Highway Department:
(Bill Hunt 11-6-23)
Voters are reminded to check their County Board of elections website to see what races that are on the ballot Tuesday.
Lambrecht Auction had its ribbon cutting ceremony Friday, coupled with a fundraiser for the Sidney Emergency Squad, Owner Jared Lambrecht told WCDO News who much they raised:
(Jared Lambrecht 11-6-23)
Ray Baker of the Sidney Emergency Squad said that they appreciate Lambrecht's efforts to keep the squad moving forward with the latest life saving equipment:
(Ray Baker 11-6-23)
Lambrecht said that they are already talking about making the fundraiser an annual event after Friday's inaugural effort at their new Sidney Facility.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 32 year old Jentre Bergman of McGraw for Robbery. On September 23rd, Bergman allegedly went to a residence in the Town of German, where he forcefully stole a Harley-Davidson motorcycle by pointing a shotgun at the victim & fled the scene on the motorcycle. An arrest warrant was then issued for Bergman, who was arrested by the Cortland County Sheriff’s Office and held in their facility on un-related charges. Bergman was then transported to the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office where he was processed for charges of Robbery, Grand Larceny, and Menacing, he was arraigned in the Town of German Court where bail was set at $5,000. Bergman was then transported back to the Cortland County Correctional Facility where he is being held.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-6-23
40 year old Cory Kujawski of Burlington Flats was indicted by an Otsego County Grand Jury. State Police arrested Kujawski, for 3 counts of Predatory Sexual Assault Against a Child, 2 counts of Course of Sexual Conduct Against a Child & 1 count of Criminal Sexual Act, he is accused of inappropriate sexual contact with a child under the age of 13 on several occasions, he was arraigned and released on his own recognizance & was referred to Otsego County probation.
State Police arrested 39 year old Antoine Laporte of Buffalo for Criminal Possession of a Weapon after a Trooper observed a vehicle traveling at an excessive speed, The Trooper attempted to catch up to the vehicle but lost sight of the car, the trooper ended up finding the vehicle rolled over at the bottom of the East Branch exit ramp. Laporte walking on Harvard Road, he fled but was eventually detained, Laporte had multiple warrants for Assault and Larceny in Erie County and in the state of New Jersey, troopers also located a weapon in the wrecked vehicle. Laporte was transported to Wilson Hospital for a medical evaluation, he was released & was turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility for arraignment.
Former President Donald Trump is set to testify today at his New York civil fraud trial, and threatens to cost him control of properties such as Trump Tower. His testimony in the trial of New York Attorney General Letitia James’ lawsuit follows that of his eldest sons, Eric and Donald Trump Jr., who testified last week. His eldest daughter, Ivanka, is set to testify on Wednesday.
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WCDO News — Monday 10-30-23
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 10-30-23
The Defense & The Prosecution finished up their cases in the trial of Former Colonial Restaurant Owners Yaron Kweller & Jordan Rindgen today in Binghamton. Kweller is charged with criminal sexual abuse and rape, Rindgen is charged with criminal sex act and unlawfully dealing with a child. Closing arguments will start tomorrow morning in Broome County Court.
Binghamton University announced that they have canceled all of today’s classes due to an ongoing investigation. Officials issued an emergency message to students shortly before 9:00 This morning, as Campus Police were actively investigating an incident near the Bartle Library Tower. Officials issued a second alert canceling about a half an hour later canceling all classes. More information will be released later today.
State Police announced that no arrests were made during an Underage Drinking Initiative in Troop “C” in Otsego County on Friday October 27th. During the initiative, 13 businesses were checked. All 13 were in compliance and did not sell alcohol to an under-aged operative. During the Initiative, retail establishments are checked using a trooper in plain clothes and one or several underage operatives who cannot lie about their age or give a fake date of birth. When asked for ID, they must show their real ID.
Lambrecht Auction will have a Grand Opening Celebration at their new Sidney Facility, on Delaware Avenue on Friday, Owner Jared Lambrecht visited WCDO this morning & stated that the day has been also set up to raise money for the Sidney Emergency squad:
(Jared Lambrecht 10-30-23)
The New Lambrecht auction facility is in the Old K-Mart building at 171 Delaware Avenue, their website is laibids.com.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce annual Toys for Tots Campaign will be launched in the coming weeks, to collect toys for the children of economically challenged families in Delaware County, Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:
(Ray Pucci 10-30-23)
Pucci said that this year they are again teaming up with Delaware Opportunities to collect & distribute the toys, more information is available at delawarecounty.org.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 10-30-23
The Broome County District Attorney's Office says 49-year-old Hasaan Coston was sentenced to 12 years in New York State prison after being found guilty of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and other related drug charges. The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task force executed 2 search warrants Coston was found in possession cocaine, crack cocaine, baggies, a scale, and $1,200 from suspected drug sales.
2 candidates are running for the open position in the State Supreme Court 6th Judicial District, in the upcoming November 7th general election. WCDO News interviewed both candidates about why they feel they should fill this seat on the bench, 1st we hear from Republican Cheryl Insinga:
(Cheryl Insinga 10-30-23)
Democrat Deirdre Hay talked to WCDO News about her level of experience:
(Deidre Hay 10-30-23)
The 6th District Seat is open this year due to the retirement of Justice Jeff Tait.
Oneonta Police Department were investigating a noise complaint in the area of Spruce Street and Myrtle Avenue in the City of Oneonta, While investigating, officers heard what sounded like discharging a firearm. Officers were assisted by State Police, and State University Police, a search was conducted, they found no evidence of a firearms discharge. The investigation is ongoing, Anyone with additional information should call the Oneonta Police Department at (607) 432-1111.
Broome County Sheriff's Office arrested a Binghamton man following a fight with staff and customers at a restaurant & with Deputies during and after his arrest Sunday. 25 year old Hamail Waddell of Binghamton was placed in the patrol car, he began kicking the car doors and repeatedly striking his head against the car window, he was transported to the Broome County Sheriff’s office for processing, he kicked a door handle off, he was transported to Wilson Hospital for evaluation, where he verbally abused patients & staff, he was sedated & treated and returned to Central Arraignment & was charged with Criminal Mischief, Obstructing Governmental Administration, Disorderly Conduct, & Harassment, he was still in custidy Sunday night.
Attorney General Letitia James announced that the Office will make its Election Protection Hotline available for the upcoming November 7, 2023 election and during New York's early voting period, which began on Saturday & runs through Sunday, November 5th. The hotline is (866) 390-2992, or submit a complaint online at electionhotline.ag.ny.gov.
The Defense & The Prosecution finished up their cases in the trial of Former Colonial Restaurant Owners Yaron Kweller & Jordan Rindgen today in Binghamton. Kweller is charged with criminal sexual abuse and rape, Rindgen is charged with criminal sex act and unlawfully dealing with a child. Closing arguments will start tomorrow morning in Broome County Court.
Binghamton University announced that they have canceled all of today’s classes due to an ongoing investigation. Officials issued an emergency message to students shortly before 9:00 This morning, as Campus Police were actively investigating an incident near the Bartle Library Tower. Officials issued a second alert canceling about a half an hour later canceling all classes. More information will be released later today.
State Police announced that no arrests were made during an Underage Drinking Initiative in Troop “C” in Otsego County on Friday October 27th. During the initiative, 13 businesses were checked. All 13 were in compliance and did not sell alcohol to an under-aged operative. During the Initiative, retail establishments are checked using a trooper in plain clothes and one or several underage operatives who cannot lie about their age or give a fake date of birth. When asked for ID, they must show their real ID.
Lambrecht Auction will have a Grand Opening Celebration at their new Sidney Facility, on Delaware Avenue on Friday, Owner Jared Lambrecht visited WCDO this morning & stated that the day has been also set up to raise money for the Sidney Emergency squad:
(Jared Lambrecht 10-30-23)
The New Lambrecht auction facility is in the Old K-Mart building at 171 Delaware Avenue, their website is laibids.com.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce annual Toys for Tots Campaign will be launched in the coming weeks, to collect toys for the children of economically challenged families in Delaware County, Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:
(Ray Pucci 10-30-23)
Pucci said that this year they are again teaming up with Delaware Opportunities to collect & distribute the toys, more information is available at delawarecounty.org.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 10-30-23
The Broome County District Attorney's Office says 49-year-old Hasaan Coston was sentenced to 12 years in New York State prison after being found guilty of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and other related drug charges. The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task force executed 2 search warrants Coston was found in possession cocaine, crack cocaine, baggies, a scale, and $1,200 from suspected drug sales.
2 candidates are running for the open position in the State Supreme Court 6th Judicial District, in the upcoming November 7th general election. WCDO News interviewed both candidates about why they feel they should fill this seat on the bench, 1st we hear from Republican Cheryl Insinga:
(Cheryl Insinga 10-30-23)
Democrat Deirdre Hay talked to WCDO News about her level of experience:
(Deidre Hay 10-30-23)
The 6th District Seat is open this year due to the retirement of Justice Jeff Tait.
Oneonta Police Department were investigating a noise complaint in the area of Spruce Street and Myrtle Avenue in the City of Oneonta, While investigating, officers heard what sounded like discharging a firearm. Officers were assisted by State Police, and State University Police, a search was conducted, they found no evidence of a firearms discharge. The investigation is ongoing, Anyone with additional information should call the Oneonta Police Department at (607) 432-1111.
Broome County Sheriff's Office arrested a Binghamton man following a fight with staff and customers at a restaurant & with Deputies during and after his arrest Sunday. 25 year old Hamail Waddell of Binghamton was placed in the patrol car, he began kicking the car doors and repeatedly striking his head against the car window, he was transported to the Broome County Sheriff’s office for processing, he kicked a door handle off, he was transported to Wilson Hospital for evaluation, where he verbally abused patients & staff, he was sedated & treated and returned to Central Arraignment & was charged with Criminal Mischief, Obstructing Governmental Administration, Disorderly Conduct, & Harassment, he was still in custidy Sunday night.
Attorney General Letitia James announced that the Office will make its Election Protection Hotline available for the upcoming November 7, 2023 election and during New York's early voting period, which began on Saturday & runs through Sunday, November 5th. The hotline is (866) 390-2992, or submit a complaint online at electionhotline.ag.ny.gov.
WCDO News — Tuesday 9-26-23
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-26-23
Delaware County District Attorney's Office announced that 32 year old Courtni Baker of Sidney, appeared in Delaware County Court on September 25th and was sentenced for Aggravated Vehicular Assault. Baker had previously pleaded guilty to Aggravated Vehicular Assault and Aggravated DWI following a crash in February in the Village of Sidney, where she struck 14 year old Anielle "AK" McEwan Lomnicki as she was walking home from school. Judge Hubbard sentenced Baker to an indeterminate term of state prison having a minimum of 4 years and a maximum of 12 years for Aggravated Vehicular Assault, she was also sentenced to serve a concurrent 1-year sentence for her conviction of Aggravated DWI. The Court imposed fines totaling $2,270.00 and ordered that the defendant’s driver’s license be revoked.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli has published a report detailing the economic issues facing 10 rural upstate counties, including Chenango & Delaware Counties. DiNapoli's report states that while the state population increased by about 4% from 2011 to 2021, rural population dropped by 3.4%. Rural populations tend to be older, the labor force dropped by 3.7% & the job participation rate was only 55%, compared to 63% statewide. The full report can be found at osc.state.ny.us.
The Sidney Center Improvement Group will hold their 1st annual Down Home Fall Festival this Sunday, which will feature the newly installed playground & a wide variety of activities, according to Group Spokesman Mike Sellitti:
(Mike Sellitti 9-26-23)
The event will run from 2:00 to 6:00 PM Sunday at the Sidney Center Park, more information about the event & the Sidney Center Improvement Group can be found on the group's Facebook Page.
The Unatego Booster Club & The local Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association will hold the 1st annual Alec Pitel Memorial: sprinting For the Spartan's walk & run on Sunday at 10:00 AM. Booster Club Spokesperson Kathy Newman said that Alec Pitel was an active Community member who passed away earlier this year after a battle with Alzheimer's disease:
(Kathy Newman 9-26-23)
The 5K Run & Walk will start at 10:00 AM Sunday at the Unatego High School Cross Country Course, registration is available online sprintinforspartans5K.itsyourrace.com.
State Attorney General Letitia James & 17 other state's attorneys general, joined the Federal Trade Commission in suing Amazon, alleging that the online retail and technology company is a monopolist that uses a set of interlocking anti-competitive and unfair strategies to illegally maintain its monopoly power. The lawsuit alleges that Amazon's actions allow it to stop rivals and sellers from lowering prices, degrade quality for shoppers, overcharge sellers, stifle innovation, and prevent rivals from fairly competing against Amazon.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-26-23
State Police announced that applications to take the New York State Trooper Entrance Exam have reached 10,000. The age to become a State trooper has been changed from 29 to 34. New York State will be offering the Trooper Entrance Exam at 59 testing centers across the state, as well as over 250 locations across the United States and 112 military locations around the world. Individuals wishing to take the Trooper Entrance Exam may sign up on the website at JoinStatePolice.ny.gov. The last day to submit an application is Sunday, October 1. The last day to submit your entrance exam, whether online or in person, is Sunday, October 15.
A free virtual job fair will be held today, from 11:00am to 1:00pm, for all businesses and job seekers in the several local counties, including Chenango, Delaware, and Otsego Counties. The online event is sponsored by the Workforce Development Board, more information is available at working-solutions.org.
Delaware County District Attorney's Office announced that 32 year old Courtni Baker of Sidney, appeared in Delaware County Court on September 25th and was sentenced for Aggravated Vehicular Assault. Baker had previously pleaded guilty to Aggravated Vehicular Assault and Aggravated DWI following a crash in February in the Village of Sidney, where she struck 14 year old Anielle "AK" McEwan Lomnicki as she was walking home from school. Judge Hubbard sentenced Baker to an indeterminate term of state prison having a minimum of 4 years and a maximum of 12 years for Aggravated Vehicular Assault, she was also sentenced to serve a concurrent 1-year sentence for her conviction of Aggravated DWI. The Court imposed fines totaling $2,270.00 and ordered that the defendant’s driver’s license be revoked.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli has published a report detailing the economic issues facing 10 rural upstate counties, including Chenango & Delaware Counties. DiNapoli's report states that while the state population increased by about 4% from 2011 to 2021, rural population dropped by 3.4%. Rural populations tend to be older, the labor force dropped by 3.7% & the job participation rate was only 55%, compared to 63% statewide. The full report can be found at osc.state.ny.us.
The Sidney Center Improvement Group will hold their 1st annual Down Home Fall Festival this Sunday, which will feature the newly installed playground & a wide variety of activities, according to Group Spokesman Mike Sellitti:
(Mike Sellitti 9-26-23)
The event will run from 2:00 to 6:00 PM Sunday at the Sidney Center Park, more information about the event & the Sidney Center Improvement Group can be found on the group's Facebook Page.
The Unatego Booster Club & The local Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association will hold the 1st annual Alec Pitel Memorial: sprinting For the Spartan's walk & run on Sunday at 10:00 AM. Booster Club Spokesperson Kathy Newman said that Alec Pitel was an active Community member who passed away earlier this year after a battle with Alzheimer's disease:
(Kathy Newman 9-26-23)
The 5K Run & Walk will start at 10:00 AM Sunday at the Unatego High School Cross Country Course, registration is available online sprintinforspartans5K.itsyourrace.com.
State Attorney General Letitia James & 17 other state's attorneys general, joined the Federal Trade Commission in suing Amazon, alleging that the online retail and technology company is a monopolist that uses a set of interlocking anti-competitive and unfair strategies to illegally maintain its monopoly power. The lawsuit alleges that Amazon's actions allow it to stop rivals and sellers from lowering prices, degrade quality for shoppers, overcharge sellers, stifle innovation, and prevent rivals from fairly competing against Amazon.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-26-23
State Police announced that applications to take the New York State Trooper Entrance Exam have reached 10,000. The age to become a State trooper has been changed from 29 to 34. New York State will be offering the Trooper Entrance Exam at 59 testing centers across the state, as well as over 250 locations across the United States and 112 military locations around the world. Individuals wishing to take the Trooper Entrance Exam may sign up on the website at JoinStatePolice.ny.gov. The last day to submit an application is Sunday, October 1. The last day to submit your entrance exam, whether online or in person, is Sunday, October 15.
A free virtual job fair will be held today, from 11:00am to 1:00pm, for all businesses and job seekers in the several local counties, including Chenango, Delaware, and Otsego Counties. The online event is sponsored by the Workforce Development Board, more information is available at working-solutions.org.
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WCDO News — Friday 9-8-23
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-8-23
Attorney General Letitia James today secured an agreement with one of the nation's largest insulin manufacturers, Novo Nordisk, to cap the price of insulin at $35 per monthly prescription for uninsured New Yorkers for five years. The agreement also requires Novo Nordisk to implement a program with pharmacies to let uninsured patients know before they pay that they are eligible for the insulin cap. Today's agreement follows earlier agreements with two other large insulin makers, Eli Lilly and Sanofi, to cap insulin prices at $35 a month for uninsured New Yorkers.
NYSEG officials reported that many customers were still without power this afternoon around the tri-county region, following last night's powerful thunderstorms. NYSEG Reported about 1200 without power in Broome county, about 600 in Otsego County, 120 in Chenango County & about 25 in Delaware County, as crews continue to restore power in areas that had downed trees & power lines.
After hundreds of calls to the Oneonta Police Department to respond to various Issues at the Town House Inn on Main Street in Oneonta, City officials have decided to try to shut the motel down, Oneonta Mayor Mark Drnek told WCDO news what they are doing:
(Mayor Mark Drnek 9-8-23)
In recent weeks, Oneonta Police have responded to a shots fired complaint, there was also a fatal overdose there recently, among the 400 incidents reported at the Town House Inn. Mayor Drnek said that the Oneonta Police Department, like many others, is short staffed and can't spend many hours a week responding to the same location repeatedly.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies responded on August 13th, to a report of vandalism in the Town of Kortright. It was reported that someone had driven a bulldozer on West Kortright Church Road causing extensive damage to the roadway, on September 4th, Deputies arrested Robert Sargent for Criminal Mischief, he was released on an appearance ticket, for the Town of Kortright Court at a later date.
The Community Foundation for South Central New York announced that the Chobani Community Impact Fund Grant Proposal Guidelines are available online. Foundation Executive Director Tina Barber explains:
(Tina Barber 9-8-23)
Those interested can go to Donorswhocare.org & go to the “Grant Seekers” tab for instructions, Letters of inquiry are due by September 27th, those who are invited to apply will have so submit the full application by October 30th & the awards will be announced in Early December.
A.M. NEWS Friday 9-8-23
Delaware County District Attorney's office announced that 32 year old Nicholas Durbin formerly of Deposit, appeared for arraignment on a 4-count indictment in Delaware County Court. Durbin is charged with Sexual Abuse & Course of Sexual Conduct Against a Child, for allegedly sexually abusing a 4-year-old child on 4 separate occasions, he pleaded not guilty to the charges, and he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $50,000.00 cash bail.
The 29th annual Colorscape Chenango Arts Festival will occur this Saturday and Sunday, in East and West Parks, downtown Norwich, spokesperson Celeste Friend comments:
(Celeste Friend 9-8-23)
Also, during Colorscape Chenango, the Chenango County Historical Society will host a series of tours on Sunday with a tour at 11:30 am. and a tour at 1:30 pm, each will meet on and depart from the Chenango County Courthouse in West Park, Norwich. More information is available at colorscape.org.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Cooperstown today from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Clark's Sports Center, Schedule an appointment to give by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
The New York Hot Farm Pulling Series tractor and truck pull has been rescheduled for Saturday at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich. The initial pull date was scheduled for July 4 but was canceled due to weather. Gates open at 4 pm. with tractor pulls starting at 6:30 pm. Admission is $10 and previously purchased tickets will be honored. In memory of 911, all first responders will be granted free admission with valid identification.
Hospice of Chenango County will hold a fundraising Chicken Barbecue Sunday in Norwich, to raise money for their programs. Hospice Spokesperson Sarah Greene told WCDO News about some of the programs that the money from such fundraisers helps:
(Sarah Greene 9-8-23)
Sunday's Barbecue will be held at the Norwich VFW on East Main Street from 9:00 to 12:30, more information is available at 607-334-3556.
Attorney General Letitia James today secured an agreement with one of the nation's largest insulin manufacturers, Novo Nordisk, to cap the price of insulin at $35 per monthly prescription for uninsured New Yorkers for five years. The agreement also requires Novo Nordisk to implement a program with pharmacies to let uninsured patients know before they pay that they are eligible for the insulin cap. Today's agreement follows earlier agreements with two other large insulin makers, Eli Lilly and Sanofi, to cap insulin prices at $35 a month for uninsured New Yorkers.
NYSEG officials reported that many customers were still without power this afternoon around the tri-county region, following last night's powerful thunderstorms. NYSEG Reported about 1200 without power in Broome county, about 600 in Otsego County, 120 in Chenango County & about 25 in Delaware County, as crews continue to restore power in areas that had downed trees & power lines.
After hundreds of calls to the Oneonta Police Department to respond to various Issues at the Town House Inn on Main Street in Oneonta, City officials have decided to try to shut the motel down, Oneonta Mayor Mark Drnek told WCDO news what they are doing:
(Mayor Mark Drnek 9-8-23)
In recent weeks, Oneonta Police have responded to a shots fired complaint, there was also a fatal overdose there recently, among the 400 incidents reported at the Town House Inn. Mayor Drnek said that the Oneonta Police Department, like many others, is short staffed and can't spend many hours a week responding to the same location repeatedly.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies responded on August 13th, to a report of vandalism in the Town of Kortright. It was reported that someone had driven a bulldozer on West Kortright Church Road causing extensive damage to the roadway, on September 4th, Deputies arrested Robert Sargent for Criminal Mischief, he was released on an appearance ticket, for the Town of Kortright Court at a later date.
The Community Foundation for South Central New York announced that the Chobani Community Impact Fund Grant Proposal Guidelines are available online. Foundation Executive Director Tina Barber explains:
(Tina Barber 9-8-23)
Those interested can go to Donorswhocare.org & go to the “Grant Seekers” tab for instructions, Letters of inquiry are due by September 27th, those who are invited to apply will have so submit the full application by October 30th & the awards will be announced in Early December.
A.M. NEWS Friday 9-8-23
Delaware County District Attorney's office announced that 32 year old Nicholas Durbin formerly of Deposit, appeared for arraignment on a 4-count indictment in Delaware County Court. Durbin is charged with Sexual Abuse & Course of Sexual Conduct Against a Child, for allegedly sexually abusing a 4-year-old child on 4 separate occasions, he pleaded not guilty to the charges, and he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $50,000.00 cash bail.
The 29th annual Colorscape Chenango Arts Festival will occur this Saturday and Sunday, in East and West Parks, downtown Norwich, spokesperson Celeste Friend comments:
(Celeste Friend 9-8-23)
Also, during Colorscape Chenango, the Chenango County Historical Society will host a series of tours on Sunday with a tour at 11:30 am. and a tour at 1:30 pm, each will meet on and depart from the Chenango County Courthouse in West Park, Norwich. More information is available at colorscape.org.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Cooperstown today from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Clark's Sports Center, Schedule an appointment to give by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
The New York Hot Farm Pulling Series tractor and truck pull has been rescheduled for Saturday at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich. The initial pull date was scheduled for July 4 but was canceled due to weather. Gates open at 4 pm. with tractor pulls starting at 6:30 pm. Admission is $10 and previously purchased tickets will be honored. In memory of 911, all first responders will be granted free admission with valid identification.
Hospice of Chenango County will hold a fundraising Chicken Barbecue Sunday in Norwich, to raise money for their programs. Hospice Spokesperson Sarah Greene told WCDO News about some of the programs that the money from such fundraisers helps:
(Sarah Greene 9-8-23)
Sunday's Barbecue will be held at the Norwich VFW on East Main Street from 9:00 to 12:30, more information is available at 607-334-3556.
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WCDO News — Tuesday 8-22-23
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 8-22-23
Delaware County District Attorney's Office announced that 37 year old Randy Condon of Sidney was arraigned on a 3 count indictment in Delaware County Court. Condon was charged with 3rd & 4th Degree Grand Larceny, & 2nd degree Burglary for breaking into a Masonville Residence & stole rifles and shotguns, & over 10,000 rounds of ammunition, worth over $3,000 Dollars. Condon pleaded not guilty at the arraignment, he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail.
49 year old Richard Foster of Middletown appeared in Delaware County Court & entered a guilty plea to Attempted Assault, Foster was originally charged with a series of crimes stemming from a domestic assault that took place on March 14th. Foster was observed obstructing traffic on State Highway 28, Officers apprehended him after he struck a woman multiple times and attempted to steal prescription pills. Foster was sentenced to one year in jail, an Order of Protection was issued for the victim for a period of 2 years.
FEMA Officials announced that the Oxford Fire Department will receive over $95,000 in the latest round of firefighter safety grants. The Grant will allow the Oxford Fire Department to increase training, purchase equipment and protective gear & increase recruitment efforts.
The State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for July 2023. The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held constant at 3.9% in July, locally, Chenango County had 2.9% unemployment, Delaware County 3.7% & Otsego County 3.3% in July.
The Annual Great New York State Fair opens tomorrow at the Fairgrounds in Syracuse. The fair runs through September 4th, the full schedule can be found at nysfair.ny.gov.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 8-22-23
32 year old Steven Barrows of Sidney appeared in Delaware County Court for violating several terms of his probation, he was being supervised on a five-year term as a result of a conviction for Burglary in Otsego County Court. Barrows was arraigned and was declared delinquent and a probation violator, he was sentenced to serve 2 to 6 years in jail, he was also ordered to pay fines, fees and surcharges imposed by the court.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies conducted a traffic stop August 12th in the Town of Colchester, Deputies identified 27 year old Brooke Klinegardner as a passenger, Deputies learned that Klinegardner had an active Arrest Warrant issued by the Delaware County Family Court, Klinegardner was arrested on the Arrest Warrant and was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail and is to appear in the next session of Delaware County Family Court.
Delaware County Public Health will have a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For dogs, cats and ferrets today from 5PM-7PM, at Delhi Fire Hall, More information about rabies is available at 607-832-5200 or delawarecountypublichealth.com
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Oneonta today from 9 am. - 2 pm., at the Elm Park Methodist Church, 401 Chestnut Street. To , Schedule an appointment, use the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
Delaware County District Attorney's Office announced that 37 year old Randy Condon of Sidney was arraigned on a 3 count indictment in Delaware County Court. Condon was charged with 3rd & 4th Degree Grand Larceny, & 2nd degree Burglary for breaking into a Masonville Residence & stole rifles and shotguns, & over 10,000 rounds of ammunition, worth over $3,000 Dollars. Condon pleaded not guilty at the arraignment, he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail.
49 year old Richard Foster of Middletown appeared in Delaware County Court & entered a guilty plea to Attempted Assault, Foster was originally charged with a series of crimes stemming from a domestic assault that took place on March 14th. Foster was observed obstructing traffic on State Highway 28, Officers apprehended him after he struck a woman multiple times and attempted to steal prescription pills. Foster was sentenced to one year in jail, an Order of Protection was issued for the victim for a period of 2 years.
FEMA Officials announced that the Oxford Fire Department will receive over $95,000 in the latest round of firefighter safety grants. The Grant will allow the Oxford Fire Department to increase training, purchase equipment and protective gear & increase recruitment efforts.
The State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for July 2023. The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held constant at 3.9% in July, locally, Chenango County had 2.9% unemployment, Delaware County 3.7% & Otsego County 3.3% in July.
The Annual Great New York State Fair opens tomorrow at the Fairgrounds in Syracuse. The fair runs through September 4th, the full schedule can be found at nysfair.ny.gov.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 8-22-23
32 year old Steven Barrows of Sidney appeared in Delaware County Court for violating several terms of his probation, he was being supervised on a five-year term as a result of a conviction for Burglary in Otsego County Court. Barrows was arraigned and was declared delinquent and a probation violator, he was sentenced to serve 2 to 6 years in jail, he was also ordered to pay fines, fees and surcharges imposed by the court.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies conducted a traffic stop August 12th in the Town of Colchester, Deputies identified 27 year old Brooke Klinegardner as a passenger, Deputies learned that Klinegardner had an active Arrest Warrant issued by the Delaware County Family Court, Klinegardner was arrested on the Arrest Warrant and was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail and is to appear in the next session of Delaware County Family Court.
Delaware County Public Health will have a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For dogs, cats and ferrets today from 5PM-7PM, at Delhi Fire Hall, More information about rabies is available at 607-832-5200 or delawarecountypublichealth.com
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Oneonta today from 9 am. - 2 pm., at the Elm Park Methodist Church, 401 Chestnut Street. To , Schedule an appointment, use the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
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