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WCDO News — Monday 9-27-21
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-27-21
The Annual Spiedie Fest has been moved to October this year, at the Otsiningo Park in Binghamton, organizer Dave Pessagno told WCDO News that they still have a full line up of events & activities:
(Dave Pessagno 9-27-21)
Pessagno said that more information & updates will be posted at spiedie fest .com.
Catholic Charities in Sidney will hold another Community Mass Food Distribution tomorrow in Sidney at 11:00 AM, spokesperson Penny McKnight explains:
(Penny McKnight 9-28-21)
McKnight said that they have averaged between 9 & 12 tons of food at the previous 4 food distributions At the Sidney River Street Fire Station.
Funeral Services were held this morning in Utica, for long time area Congressman Sherwood Boehlert. Boehlert served as the Oneida County Executive before running for Congress, where he served for 24 years before retiring in 2006. Boehlert is survived by his wife Marianne, 4 children, and 6 grandchildren, Boehlert was 84.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies responded to Thursday Betty Brook Road in the Town of Kortright to investigate a complaint of property damage reportedly caused by cattle. The Investigation revealed that loose cattle owned by 60-year-old Joseph Wyble, Jr., had caused damage to victim’s lawn on that day and at least 3 previous occasions. On Friday, Deputies located and arrested Wyble and charged him with criminal mischief for recklessly causing damage to the property of another after having been previously warned by Deputies. Wyble was issued an appearance ticket directing him to appear in the Town of Kortright Court on a later date to answer that charge.
41 year old Jeremie Hoyt of Davenport appeared in federal court last week on charges that he sexually exploited a child. Hoyt is accused of producing a sexually explicit photograph and video of a 14-year-old child, and distributing the image and video on the Internet to other users on a messaging application. Hoyt was ordered to be held pending a trial, if convicted, Hoyt faces a mandatory minimum term of imprisonment of 15 years and a maximum term of imprisonment of 30 years, a maximum fine of $250,000, and a term of supervised release of between 5 years and life.
Otsego County Department of Health reported its 69th death last week, with 115 active cases and 4 people hospitalized. The 7-day rolling average positive rate was 2.8%.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-27-21
The State Health Department reported over 180,000 COVID tests were reported Saturday, with over 4300 positive tests, a positivity rate now down to 2.39%. Hospitalizations were down to about 2300, patients in ICU beds declined to 548 & patients on ventilators are down to 317, there were 31 deaths & 55,911 Vaccine Doses were administered Saturday.
Delaware County reported 46 new COVID cases Thursday & Friday, with a positivity rate over 9%, they reported 185 active cases, 363 quarantined 7 hospitalized & 54 deaths. Just over 50% of Delaware County residents are vaccinated, while 77% of positive cases were unvaccinated. 25% of the cases are school aged children & school district employees.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office announced that 13 year old Charlotte Heier of the Town of Smithville has been located successfully. The Office announced this morning that Charlotte was located in good health, & they thanked the public for help with the successful investigation.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli, Cortland County DA’s office and State Police announced that former Pharsalia Town Supervisor Dennis Brown was sentenced to serve 2 to 3 years in a state prison. Brown pleaded guilty for 2nd degree Grand Larceny, for stealing $240,000 in public funds, he was ordered to pay $240,000, and he has already paid $125,000. Brown charged personal items on the town’s credit card to pay for groceries, vacations, clothes, jewelry, home utilities, and work on his property.
The Annual Spiedie Fest has been moved to October this year, at the Otsiningo Park in Binghamton, organizer Dave Pessagno told WCDO News that they still have a full line up of events & activities:
(Dave Pessagno 9-27-21)
Pessagno said that more information & updates will be posted at spiedie fest .com.
Catholic Charities in Sidney will hold another Community Mass Food Distribution tomorrow in Sidney at 11:00 AM, spokesperson Penny McKnight explains:
(Penny McKnight 9-28-21)
McKnight said that they have averaged between 9 & 12 tons of food at the previous 4 food distributions At the Sidney River Street Fire Station.
Funeral Services were held this morning in Utica, for long time area Congressman Sherwood Boehlert. Boehlert served as the Oneida County Executive before running for Congress, where he served for 24 years before retiring in 2006. Boehlert is survived by his wife Marianne, 4 children, and 6 grandchildren, Boehlert was 84.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies responded to Thursday Betty Brook Road in the Town of Kortright to investigate a complaint of property damage reportedly caused by cattle. The Investigation revealed that loose cattle owned by 60-year-old Joseph Wyble, Jr., had caused damage to victim’s lawn on that day and at least 3 previous occasions. On Friday, Deputies located and arrested Wyble and charged him with criminal mischief for recklessly causing damage to the property of another after having been previously warned by Deputies. Wyble was issued an appearance ticket directing him to appear in the Town of Kortright Court on a later date to answer that charge.
41 year old Jeremie Hoyt of Davenport appeared in federal court last week on charges that he sexually exploited a child. Hoyt is accused of producing a sexually explicit photograph and video of a 14-year-old child, and distributing the image and video on the Internet to other users on a messaging application. Hoyt was ordered to be held pending a trial, if convicted, Hoyt faces a mandatory minimum term of imprisonment of 15 years and a maximum term of imprisonment of 30 years, a maximum fine of $250,000, and a term of supervised release of between 5 years and life.
Otsego County Department of Health reported its 69th death last week, with 115 active cases and 4 people hospitalized. The 7-day rolling average positive rate was 2.8%.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-27-21
The State Health Department reported over 180,000 COVID tests were reported Saturday, with over 4300 positive tests, a positivity rate now down to 2.39%. Hospitalizations were down to about 2300, patients in ICU beds declined to 548 & patients on ventilators are down to 317, there were 31 deaths & 55,911 Vaccine Doses were administered Saturday.
Delaware County reported 46 new COVID cases Thursday & Friday, with a positivity rate over 9%, they reported 185 active cases, 363 quarantined 7 hospitalized & 54 deaths. Just over 50% of Delaware County residents are vaccinated, while 77% of positive cases were unvaccinated. 25% of the cases are school aged children & school district employees.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office announced that 13 year old Charlotte Heier of the Town of Smithville has been located successfully. The Office announced this morning that Charlotte was located in good health, & they thanked the public for help with the successful investigation.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli, Cortland County DA’s office and State Police announced that former Pharsalia Town Supervisor Dennis Brown was sentenced to serve 2 to 3 years in a state prison. Brown pleaded guilty for 2nd degree Grand Larceny, for stealing $240,000 in public funds, he was ordered to pay $240,000, and he has already paid $125,000. Brown charged personal items on the town’s credit card to pay for groceries, vacations, clothes, jewelry, home utilities, and work on his property.
WCDO News — Friday 9-17-21
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-17-21
The Otsego County Health Department reported 1 more COVID 19 death Thursday, bringing their total of deaths from COVID for this year to 48 & 67 deaths since the pandemic began. The Department reported 20 new cases Thursday with 173 active cases, 7 hospitalized & 5267 total cases since March of 2020.
The State Department of Transportation will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, September 22 at 5:30 PM, to present the design plans for improvements to pavement, sidewalks and drainage on State Route 7 in the Village of Otego. The project will enhance bicycle and pedestrian safety and improve resiliency along Main Street from the I-88 ramps to the Otsdawa Creek Bridge. The in-person event will take place at the Otego Fire Department at 5 River Street in Otego. To join online, open the project website at dot.ny.gov/Route7Otego and click on the "Attend Live Public Meeting", more information is available at 772-7333.
This weekend will be the 6th annual "Par for Paws" golf outing to benefit the Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals at the Otsego Golf Club in Cooperstown, beginning today and extending through Sunday. Golfers can mention that they are golfing in support of the SQSPCA, & a percentage of the fees will be donated to the shelter, more information is available at 547-9290.
The FCC has adopted rules to establish 988 as the new, nationwide, 3-digit phone number for Americans in crisis to connect with suicide prevention and mental health crisis counselors. To ensure that calls to 988 reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, area codes with a "988" Exchange, will need to transition to 10-digit dialing. Beginning October 24, in the 607 area, callers must dial 10-digits, the area code + telephone number, for all local calls, those who only dial the 7 digit phone number will not have their call completed, and a recording will remind the caller to hang up and dial again using the area code and the 7-digit number.
The Otsego County Health Department reported that a bat has tested positive for Rabies on Thursday in Cooperstown. Officials said that there was no human exposure; more information about rabies is available at 547-4230.
The Annual Sidney Center Tractor Parade will be held tomorrow in the hamlet; those with Tractors & Doodlebugs are advised to bring their vehicles to the Fireman's Field in time for the 12:00 Noon start time. The Sidney Center Fire Department will also have a chicken barbecue tomorrow.
Telephone registrations began today for the Delaware County Clean Sweep Chemical Disposal Days. Solid Waste Department spokesman Tyson Robb explains:
(Tyson Robb 9-17-21)
Telephone registrations are available through October 1st at 865-6474, online registrations are continuing at cleansweepdelaware.eventbrite.com. Farms & Businesses will dispose of their items on Friday October 8th; Homeowners will bring theirs on Saturday October 9th.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-17-21
State Police are investigating the intentional burning of a pride flag outside of a home in Gilbertsville. The flag was hanging on the front porch of the home on Spring Street when it was set on fire sometime between September 9 and September 12. The fire also caused minor damage to the paint on the front porch. The homeowner also reported that another pride flag and a “Keep it Kind” lawn sign were stolen from the same property several weeks ago. It is unknown at this time if the incidents are related. Anyone with information is asked to New York State Police at (607) 561-7400.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that $200 Million dollars in additional food assistance through the SNAP program will be available through the end of September. All SNAP Recipients Will Receive Maximum Food Benefits for the Month, Governor Hochul also directed the state Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance to continue working with the federal government to ensure these supplemental benefits will reach households in need throughout the fall.
The 6th annual Friends of Rogers Wild Goose Chase 5k Trail Run/Walk will be both virtually and on-site at the Rogers Center in Sherburne on Saturday. A virtual event also allows participants to complete the run/walk race at their own pace and location of your choosing or at Rogers Center. Registration is open at runsignup.com
A fundraiser to benefit the Chenango County Habitat for Humanity is being held today & tomorrow from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at 16 North Canal Street in Oxford, next to the Mirabito gas station. Various items are for sale at local yard sales, more information is available at 843-6249; or chenangohabitat.org.
A Fundraising golf tournament will be held on Sunday to benefit the Friends of the Oneonta Theatre, which is a nonprofit organization looking to reopen the historic theater as a performance venue. The fundraiser begins at 1:00 PM at the Oneonta Country Club with 18 holes of golf, for more information call 434-1930 or visit OneontaTheatre.org and Friends of the Oneonta Theatre on Facebook.
The Annual Tom "Uncle Bear" Safford, Sr. Memorial Truck Show will be held Saturday at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge, spokesperson Julie Fuller told WCDO News about the event.
(Julie Fuller 9-17-21)
Fuller Said that Safford was a Guilford resident & long time truck driver who succumbed to cancer a few years ago; more information is available at 316-2798.
The Otsego County Health Department reported 1 more COVID 19 death Thursday, bringing their total of deaths from COVID for this year to 48 & 67 deaths since the pandemic began. The Department reported 20 new cases Thursday with 173 active cases, 7 hospitalized & 5267 total cases since March of 2020.
The State Department of Transportation will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, September 22 at 5:30 PM, to present the design plans for improvements to pavement, sidewalks and drainage on State Route 7 in the Village of Otego. The project will enhance bicycle and pedestrian safety and improve resiliency along Main Street from the I-88 ramps to the Otsdawa Creek Bridge. The in-person event will take place at the Otego Fire Department at 5 River Street in Otego. To join online, open the project website at dot.ny.gov/Route7Otego and click on the "Attend Live Public Meeting", more information is available at 772-7333.
This weekend will be the 6th annual "Par for Paws" golf outing to benefit the Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals at the Otsego Golf Club in Cooperstown, beginning today and extending through Sunday. Golfers can mention that they are golfing in support of the SQSPCA, & a percentage of the fees will be donated to the shelter, more information is available at 547-9290.
The FCC has adopted rules to establish 988 as the new, nationwide, 3-digit phone number for Americans in crisis to connect with suicide prevention and mental health crisis counselors. To ensure that calls to 988 reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, area codes with a "988" Exchange, will need to transition to 10-digit dialing. Beginning October 24, in the 607 area, callers must dial 10-digits, the area code + telephone number, for all local calls, those who only dial the 7 digit phone number will not have their call completed, and a recording will remind the caller to hang up and dial again using the area code and the 7-digit number.
The Otsego County Health Department reported that a bat has tested positive for Rabies on Thursday in Cooperstown. Officials said that there was no human exposure; more information about rabies is available at 547-4230.
The Annual Sidney Center Tractor Parade will be held tomorrow in the hamlet; those with Tractors & Doodlebugs are advised to bring their vehicles to the Fireman's Field in time for the 12:00 Noon start time. The Sidney Center Fire Department will also have a chicken barbecue tomorrow.
Telephone registrations began today for the Delaware County Clean Sweep Chemical Disposal Days. Solid Waste Department spokesman Tyson Robb explains:
(Tyson Robb 9-17-21)
Telephone registrations are available through October 1st at 865-6474, online registrations are continuing at cleansweepdelaware.eventbrite.com. Farms & Businesses will dispose of their items on Friday October 8th; Homeowners will bring theirs on Saturday October 9th.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-17-21
State Police are investigating the intentional burning of a pride flag outside of a home in Gilbertsville. The flag was hanging on the front porch of the home on Spring Street when it was set on fire sometime between September 9 and September 12. The fire also caused minor damage to the paint on the front porch. The homeowner also reported that another pride flag and a “Keep it Kind” lawn sign were stolen from the same property several weeks ago. It is unknown at this time if the incidents are related. Anyone with information is asked to New York State Police at (607) 561-7400.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that $200 Million dollars in additional food assistance through the SNAP program will be available through the end of September. All SNAP Recipients Will Receive Maximum Food Benefits for the Month, Governor Hochul also directed the state Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance to continue working with the federal government to ensure these supplemental benefits will reach households in need throughout the fall.
The 6th annual Friends of Rogers Wild Goose Chase 5k Trail Run/Walk will be both virtually and on-site at the Rogers Center in Sherburne on Saturday. A virtual event also allows participants to complete the run/walk race at their own pace and location of your choosing or at Rogers Center. Registration is open at runsignup.com
A fundraiser to benefit the Chenango County Habitat for Humanity is being held today & tomorrow from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at 16 North Canal Street in Oxford, next to the Mirabito gas station. Various items are for sale at local yard sales, more information is available at 843-6249; or chenangohabitat.org.
A Fundraising golf tournament will be held on Sunday to benefit the Friends of the Oneonta Theatre, which is a nonprofit organization looking to reopen the historic theater as a performance venue. The fundraiser begins at 1:00 PM at the Oneonta Country Club with 18 holes of golf, for more information call 434-1930 or visit OneontaTheatre.org and Friends of the Oneonta Theatre on Facebook.
The Annual Tom "Uncle Bear" Safford, Sr. Memorial Truck Show will be held Saturday at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge, spokesperson Julie Fuller told WCDO News about the event.
(Julie Fuller 9-17-21)
Fuller Said that Safford was a Guilford resident & long time truck driver who succumbed to cancer a few years ago; more information is available at 316-2798.
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WCDO News — Wednesday 9-1-21
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-1-21
Catholic Charities will hold their 5th mass food distribution at the River Street Fire Station in Sidney Later this month, Spokesperson Penny McKnight explains:
(Penny McKnight 9-1-21)
McKnight said that in the previous 4 mass food distribution, they gave away between 9 & 12 tons of food each time.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 23 year old Korey Crandall of Sherburne on a Bench Warrant issued out of the City of Norwich Court. Deputies located Crandall in the Town of Sherburne and was in possession of methamphetamines. Crandall was issued an appearance ticket for Possession of a Controlled Substance and was later turned over to the Norwich City Police Department.
Delaware Valley Humane Society will hold its 2nd annual "Heavy Metal Haul-out" fundraiser through the month of September, Shelter Director Erin Insinga explains:
(Erin Insinga 9-1-21)
Items like washer, dryers & other metal items can be dropped off at any time at the Delaware Valley Humane Society on the Back River Road in Sidney, Waste recovery Enterprise will bring the metals to Binghaton for disposal & money raised goes for operating expenses at the Shelter.
The Binghamton Rumble Ponies announced that today's game against Richmond at Mirabito Stadium has been postponed in conjunction with Minor League Baseball due to Covid-19 health and safety protocols as well as inclement weather in the forecast. The Rumble Ponies will continue to practice caution and follow the guidance of medical experts. Fans with tickets to today's game can exchange their tickets for a future Rumble Ponies home game this season.
The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that State Route 28 will be closed from Frank Slawson Road to Coe Hill Road in the Town of Meredith, tomorrow through Wednesday, September 22nd, for a culvert replacement. All work is weather dependent. Northbound through traffic will be diverted onto County Route 10 in Meridale and southbound through traffic will be directed onto State Route 23 in Oneonta. Local traffic will retain access to the closure points. For up-to-date travel information, call 511, visit 511NY.org or download the free 511NY mobile app.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-1-21
Governor Kathy Hochul announced a Special Session of the State Legislature today to address New York's rent and eviction crisis, the Open Meetings Law, and the state's cannabis program. Governor Hochul also announced she is extending New York State's eviction moratorium to January 15, 2022.
Chenango County Public Health announced that a Moderna COVID 19 Vaccine clinic will be held today at the old Label Shopper location for 3rd doses, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon for those that are eligible. Other clinics will be held at the same location in the South Plaza in Norwich on September 7th, 14th & 21st, more information is available at 337-1660.
Helios Care has been notified that they have been selected as a top 25 finalist in the 2nd round of the Tipping Point Challenge, for their Choices Palliative care Program, Helios Care Director of Development & Marketing Alicia Fish explains:
(Alicia Fish 8-31-21)
Fish said that the winners of the Tipping Point Challenge will be announced in October.
The Next Sidney Chamber of Commerce Meeting will be held this morning at 8:00 AM. The meeting will be held at the Sidney Golf & Country Club, members & directors are urged to attend.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that $89 million in child care provider stabilization grant funds have been disbursed. More than 10,600 of New York State's 18,000 eligible child care providers have applied for Child Care Stabilization Grant funding. To date, child care providers have requested $585 million of the available $1.1 billion in federal funding. The New York State Office of Children and Family Services is administering the funds.
Catholic Charities will hold their 5th mass food distribution at the River Street Fire Station in Sidney Later this month, Spokesperson Penny McKnight explains:
(Penny McKnight 9-1-21)
McKnight said that in the previous 4 mass food distribution, they gave away between 9 & 12 tons of food each time.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 23 year old Korey Crandall of Sherburne on a Bench Warrant issued out of the City of Norwich Court. Deputies located Crandall in the Town of Sherburne and was in possession of methamphetamines. Crandall was issued an appearance ticket for Possession of a Controlled Substance and was later turned over to the Norwich City Police Department.
Delaware Valley Humane Society will hold its 2nd annual "Heavy Metal Haul-out" fundraiser through the month of September, Shelter Director Erin Insinga explains:
(Erin Insinga 9-1-21)
Items like washer, dryers & other metal items can be dropped off at any time at the Delaware Valley Humane Society on the Back River Road in Sidney, Waste recovery Enterprise will bring the metals to Binghaton for disposal & money raised goes for operating expenses at the Shelter.
The Binghamton Rumble Ponies announced that today's game against Richmond at Mirabito Stadium has been postponed in conjunction with Minor League Baseball due to Covid-19 health and safety protocols as well as inclement weather in the forecast. The Rumble Ponies will continue to practice caution and follow the guidance of medical experts. Fans with tickets to today's game can exchange their tickets for a future Rumble Ponies home game this season.
The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that State Route 28 will be closed from Frank Slawson Road to Coe Hill Road in the Town of Meredith, tomorrow through Wednesday, September 22nd, for a culvert replacement. All work is weather dependent. Northbound through traffic will be diverted onto County Route 10 in Meridale and southbound through traffic will be directed onto State Route 23 in Oneonta. Local traffic will retain access to the closure points. For up-to-date travel information, call 511, visit 511NY.org or download the free 511NY mobile app.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-1-21
Governor Kathy Hochul announced a Special Session of the State Legislature today to address New York's rent and eviction crisis, the Open Meetings Law, and the state's cannabis program. Governor Hochul also announced she is extending New York State's eviction moratorium to January 15, 2022.
Chenango County Public Health announced that a Moderna COVID 19 Vaccine clinic will be held today at the old Label Shopper location for 3rd doses, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon for those that are eligible. Other clinics will be held at the same location in the South Plaza in Norwich on September 7th, 14th & 21st, more information is available at 337-1660.
Helios Care has been notified that they have been selected as a top 25 finalist in the 2nd round of the Tipping Point Challenge, for their Choices Palliative care Program, Helios Care Director of Development & Marketing Alicia Fish explains:
(Alicia Fish 8-31-21)
Fish said that the winners of the Tipping Point Challenge will be announced in October.
The Next Sidney Chamber of Commerce Meeting will be held this morning at 8:00 AM. The meeting will be held at the Sidney Golf & Country Club, members & directors are urged to attend.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that $89 million in child care provider stabilization grant funds have been disbursed. More than 10,600 of New York State's 18,000 eligible child care providers have applied for Child Care Stabilization Grant funding. To date, child care providers have requested $585 million of the available $1.1 billion in federal funding. The New York State Office of Children and Family Services is administering the funds.
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WCDO News — Tuesday 6-29-21
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-29-21
The State Health Department reported today that almost 72% of adult New Yorkers have received at least 1 COVID 19 Vaccine & 65.1% have completed their vaccine series. The Statewide 7 day rolling average for Positive COVID tests is .39%; The Southern Tier Counties is slightly higher at .42%.
Oneonta area Motorists are reminded that NYSEG and DDS Companies will be digging at Woodside Avenue & East Street today, through Friday. Additional information is available by calling the Department of Public Service at 432-2100.
The Unadilla Valley Central School District will host a 5K run/walk at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, July 17, for 14 year old Cooper Hine, who is a Unadilla Valley 8th Grader, who was seriously injured in an ATV crash in New Berlin recently. Another fundraising chicken barbecue and Chinese auction will follow at the South New Berlin Fire Department on July 17th. Hine is hospitalized at the Upstate Medical center in Syracuse.
The Unadilla Rotary Club announced the return of the annual Autumn Fest, which will be held at the Covered Bridge Farm Market on Sunday September 26th at 10:00 am until 4:00 PM. Vendors can get more information at unadillarotary.org.
Chenango County Public Health announced that due to the continued decline in COVID 19 cases, they will release updates once a week. Currently Chenango County reported 7 active cases, 14 quarantines & no hospitalizations; they have had a total of 35212 cases, 3331 recoveries, & 77 deaths since the pandemic started 15 months ago.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-29-21
State Police responded Saturday to an ATV crash in the town of Davenport. 35-year-old Raina Andrews of Davenport was operating the vehicle, when it exited the roadway, struck a ditch and she was ejected. Andrews was transported by LifeNet to Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse with serious injuries. The investigation is on-going.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested a Walton resident June 19th on Delaware Street in the Village of Walton. Deputies observed a speeding vehicle traveling north on Delaware Street, they stopped the vehicle and identified the driver as 28-year old Kassondra Pierce of Walton, A routine DMV inquiry revealed that Pierce’s driving privileges and vehicle registration were suspended due to an insurance lapse. Pierce was charged with unlicensed operation of a vehicle, speeding, operating an uninspected motor vehicle as well as other charges, her vehicle was towed from the scene & she was released to appear in the Village of Walton Court on a later date.
The American Red Cross continues to experience a severe blood shortage, Donors of all blood types; especially type O are urged to make an appointment by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS. Blood drives this week include Today in Sidney at the Fire training Center on River Street from 12:00 to 5:00 PM, Today in Oneonta from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on market Street & tomorrow in Morris from 12:00 to 5:00 PM at the Episcopal Church, at 162 Main Street.
A Chenango County COVID vaccination clinic is being held today from 11:00 to 1:30 PM at the South Plaza in Norwich. The Moderna vaccine is being offered, no appointments are necessary. More information is available at 337-1660.
The State Health Department reported today that almost 72% of adult New Yorkers have received at least 1 COVID 19 Vaccine & 65.1% have completed their vaccine series. The Statewide 7 day rolling average for Positive COVID tests is .39%; The Southern Tier Counties is slightly higher at .42%.
Oneonta area Motorists are reminded that NYSEG and DDS Companies will be digging at Woodside Avenue & East Street today, through Friday. Additional information is available by calling the Department of Public Service at 432-2100.
The Unadilla Valley Central School District will host a 5K run/walk at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, July 17, for 14 year old Cooper Hine, who is a Unadilla Valley 8th Grader, who was seriously injured in an ATV crash in New Berlin recently. Another fundraising chicken barbecue and Chinese auction will follow at the South New Berlin Fire Department on July 17th. Hine is hospitalized at the Upstate Medical center in Syracuse.
The Unadilla Rotary Club announced the return of the annual Autumn Fest, which will be held at the Covered Bridge Farm Market on Sunday September 26th at 10:00 am until 4:00 PM. Vendors can get more information at unadillarotary.org.
Chenango County Public Health announced that due to the continued decline in COVID 19 cases, they will release updates once a week. Currently Chenango County reported 7 active cases, 14 quarantines & no hospitalizations; they have had a total of 35212 cases, 3331 recoveries, & 77 deaths since the pandemic started 15 months ago.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-29-21
State Police responded Saturday to an ATV crash in the town of Davenport. 35-year-old Raina Andrews of Davenport was operating the vehicle, when it exited the roadway, struck a ditch and she was ejected. Andrews was transported by LifeNet to Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse with serious injuries. The investigation is on-going.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested a Walton resident June 19th on Delaware Street in the Village of Walton. Deputies observed a speeding vehicle traveling north on Delaware Street, they stopped the vehicle and identified the driver as 28-year old Kassondra Pierce of Walton, A routine DMV inquiry revealed that Pierce’s driving privileges and vehicle registration were suspended due to an insurance lapse. Pierce was charged with unlicensed operation of a vehicle, speeding, operating an uninspected motor vehicle as well as other charges, her vehicle was towed from the scene & she was released to appear in the Village of Walton Court on a later date.
The American Red Cross continues to experience a severe blood shortage, Donors of all blood types; especially type O are urged to make an appointment by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS. Blood drives this week include Today in Sidney at the Fire training Center on River Street from 12:00 to 5:00 PM, Today in Oneonta from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on market Street & tomorrow in Morris from 12:00 to 5:00 PM at the Episcopal Church, at 162 Main Street.
A Chenango County COVID vaccination clinic is being held today from 11:00 to 1:30 PM at the South Plaza in Norwich. The Moderna vaccine is being offered, no appointments are necessary. More information is available at 337-1660.
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WCDO News — Monday 6-28-21
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-28-21
Governor Cuomo announced that over 55,300 people were tested for COVID on Sunday, with only 290 positives, of .5% of all tested. Hospitalization, ICU Patients & Patients on Ventilators continues to trend downward, there were 3 deaths attributed to the virus Sunday; one of those was in Chenango County. Just fewer than 72% of New Yorkers have had at least 1 Vaccination, 65% have completed the series of shots.
The American Red Cross continues to experience a severe blood shortage, Donors of all blood types; especially type O are urged to make an appointment to ensure hospital shelves are stocked with blood products over the Fourth of July holiday and beyond. Appointments can be made by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS. Blood drives this week include Tuesday in Sidney at the Fire training Center on River Street from 12:00 to 5:00 PM, Tuesday in Oneonta from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on market Street & Wednesday in Morris from 12:00 to 5:00 PM at the Episcopal Church, at 162 Main Street.
The Dick's Sporting Goods Open starts today with a series of events leading up to the start of the Golf Tournament Friday at the En-Joie Golf Course in Endicott, organizer Dave Pessagno explains:
(Dave Pessagno 6-28-21)
Pessagno said that they had to plan for smaller attendance at the Concert & at other events throughout the week, as they were planning this event earlier in the year when the COVID 19 pandemic still had high infection rates; they hope to be back to normal attendance figures in 2022.
A New Jersey fugitive was arrested June 19th by Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies following an incident in the Town of Colchester. Deputies responded to a report of a vehicle in the East Branch Delaware River near the Corbett bridge, the Investigation revealed that a New Jersey couple were attempting to drive their pickup across the river when it became partially submerged and disabled in deep water, also a passenger, 30 year-old Brian Olin, of New Jersey was wanted by authorities in Hunterdon County, New Jersey, on an outstanding warrant for failure to appear in court on a felony drug charge in September, 2019. Olin was charged with being a fugitive from justice and was later arraigned and remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail pending his extradition by New Jersey.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum announced that Josh Rawitch has been named President; he will begin serving in that capacity on September 9th. Jeff Idelson will continue in his current role as Interim President until September 9th. Rawitch was the Arizona Diamondbacks Senior Vice President of Content and Communications for the past 6 years; he previously served for 15 years as part of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ front office.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-28-21
Attorney General Letitia James announced an agreement with Johnson & Johnson that will deliver up to $230 million to New York state, it resolves claims made by James for the company's role in helping to fuel the opioid epidemic and would allocate payments over 9 years, it also requires J&J to pay $30 million more in payments in the first year if the Governor signs into law new legislation that creates an opioid settlement fund, and other criteria are met.
Otsego County Sheriff's deputies arrested 36 year old Thomas Palmatier of South New Berlin, for Fleeing an Officer in Motor Vehicle, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Unregistered Vehicle & several other similar charges, following a recent traffic stop in the Town of Pittsfield. Palmatier allegedly drove off from the traffic stop while emergency lights were activated; he was issued appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Pittsfield Court at a later date.
Otsego County Sheriff Deputies arrested 48 year old Brett Brooks of New Berlin after providing Deputy’s with false information of his identity in the Town of Pittsfield on June 13th. Brooks was a passenger in a vehicle that had been stopped; he had an active bench warrant issued out of Chenango County & gave a false name to law enforcement. Brooks was issued an appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Pittsfield Court & was turned over to the custody of Chenango County Sheriff Office for the warrant.
The State Board on Electric Generation Siting and the Environment will meet on Thursday at 10:30 AM in Albany, the meeting will be available for public viewing at dps.ny.gov, The Siting Board agenda includes the Application of High Bridge Wind, LLC for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need to Construct a Wind Powered Electric Generating Facility in the Town of Guilford.
Governor Cuomo announced that over 55,300 people were tested for COVID on Sunday, with only 290 positives, of .5% of all tested. Hospitalization, ICU Patients & Patients on Ventilators continues to trend downward, there were 3 deaths attributed to the virus Sunday; one of those was in Chenango County. Just fewer than 72% of New Yorkers have had at least 1 Vaccination, 65% have completed the series of shots.
The American Red Cross continues to experience a severe blood shortage, Donors of all blood types; especially type O are urged to make an appointment to ensure hospital shelves are stocked with blood products over the Fourth of July holiday and beyond. Appointments can be made by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS. Blood drives this week include Tuesday in Sidney at the Fire training Center on River Street from 12:00 to 5:00 PM, Tuesday in Oneonta from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on market Street & Wednesday in Morris from 12:00 to 5:00 PM at the Episcopal Church, at 162 Main Street.
The Dick's Sporting Goods Open starts today with a series of events leading up to the start of the Golf Tournament Friday at the En-Joie Golf Course in Endicott, organizer Dave Pessagno explains:
(Dave Pessagno 6-28-21)
Pessagno said that they had to plan for smaller attendance at the Concert & at other events throughout the week, as they were planning this event earlier in the year when the COVID 19 pandemic still had high infection rates; they hope to be back to normal attendance figures in 2022.
A New Jersey fugitive was arrested June 19th by Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies following an incident in the Town of Colchester. Deputies responded to a report of a vehicle in the East Branch Delaware River near the Corbett bridge, the Investigation revealed that a New Jersey couple were attempting to drive their pickup across the river when it became partially submerged and disabled in deep water, also a passenger, 30 year-old Brian Olin, of New Jersey was wanted by authorities in Hunterdon County, New Jersey, on an outstanding warrant for failure to appear in court on a felony drug charge in September, 2019. Olin was charged with being a fugitive from justice and was later arraigned and remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail pending his extradition by New Jersey.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum announced that Josh Rawitch has been named President; he will begin serving in that capacity on September 9th. Jeff Idelson will continue in his current role as Interim President until September 9th. Rawitch was the Arizona Diamondbacks Senior Vice President of Content and Communications for the past 6 years; he previously served for 15 years as part of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ front office.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-28-21
Attorney General Letitia James announced an agreement with Johnson & Johnson that will deliver up to $230 million to New York state, it resolves claims made by James for the company's role in helping to fuel the opioid epidemic and would allocate payments over 9 years, it also requires J&J to pay $30 million more in payments in the first year if the Governor signs into law new legislation that creates an opioid settlement fund, and other criteria are met.
Otsego County Sheriff's deputies arrested 36 year old Thomas Palmatier of South New Berlin, for Fleeing an Officer in Motor Vehicle, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Unregistered Vehicle & several other similar charges, following a recent traffic stop in the Town of Pittsfield. Palmatier allegedly drove off from the traffic stop while emergency lights were activated; he was issued appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Pittsfield Court at a later date.
Otsego County Sheriff Deputies arrested 48 year old Brett Brooks of New Berlin after providing Deputy’s with false information of his identity in the Town of Pittsfield on June 13th. Brooks was a passenger in a vehicle that had been stopped; he had an active bench warrant issued out of Chenango County & gave a false name to law enforcement. Brooks was issued an appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Pittsfield Court & was turned over to the custody of Chenango County Sheriff Office for the warrant.
The State Board on Electric Generation Siting and the Environment will meet on Thursday at 10:30 AM in Albany, the meeting will be available for public viewing at dps.ny.gov, The Siting Board agenda includes the Application of High Bridge Wind, LLC for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need to Construct a Wind Powered Electric Generating Facility in the Town of Guilford.
American red CrossATTORNEY GENERAL LETITIA JAMESBRETT BROOKSBRIAN OLINColchesterCooperstownDAVE PESSAGNODICK'S SPORTING GOODS OPENFoothills Performing Arts CenterGovernor CuomoGUILFORDHIGH BRIDGE WIND FARMHUNTERDON COUNTY NEW JERSEYJeff idelsonJohnson & JohnsonJOSH RAWITCHMorrisNational Baseball Hall of Fame and MuseumNew BerlinNew YorkNYOneontaPittsfieldSidneySIDNEY FIRE STATIONSouth New BerlinThe State Board on Electric Generation Siting and the EnvironmentTHOMAS PALMATIER
WCDO News — Friday 5-14-21
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-14-21
47 year old Kristina Hand of Morris was sentenced in federal court to 2 years of probation, she was ordered to serve 50 hours of community service & pay $34,000 in restitution, for stealing that amount from the Morris Central School District, while serving as school treasurer from 2014 to 2020. Hand pleaded guilty to 2 counts of federal program theft, she admitted she stole about $24,000 by depositing checks payable to the school district into bank accounts that she controlled, and for stealing at least $10,000 more by using the school district’s Amazon account and credit cards to purchase personal items.
Identity thefts in New York surged during the pandemic with more than 67,000 complaints filed statewide in 2020, which was 85 percent more than the previous year and more than four times the annual total from a decade earlier, according to a report released today by New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Credit card fraud was the most common type of identity theft reported last year, with nearly 25,000 New Yorkers victimized.
The State Clinical Advisory Task Force approved the use of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for 12 - 15-year-olds. All New York State vaccination sites are open for walk-in appointments to all eligible individuals. Appointments can be made through the Am I Eligible tool or by calling 1-833-NYS-4-VAX.
Sidney Village Crews will be turning the water off this afternoon along West Main Street from Sunset to Pearl Street. The water will be shut off at around 2:30 PM for a couple of hours, as work is conducted on the water main near the Sidney High School.
The Chenango County Blues Association announced that the Chenango Blues fest is being scheduled for this summer. The blues fest will begin on Thursday August 19th with a free concert at the East Side Park Stage, a lengthy line up of acts are also slated to perform Friday August 20th & Saturday August 21st at the Chenango County Fairgrounds, information will be updated at chenangobluesfest.org.
Norwich Theater Company is holding auditions for their summer production, “Something Rotten” in the Martin W. Kappel Theater, in Norwich tonight from 6:00 to 9:00 PM, Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with call backs on Sunday at 2:00 PM. More information is available at norwichtheatercompany.org or (888) 613-4496.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-14-21
About 1,300 members of SUNY Oneonta’s graduating class will be recognized tomorrow during 2021 commencement exercises that include virtual and in-person components, including an opportunity to cross the stage and hear their name called. The virtual ceremony is a full commencement program that will air Saturday, with 4 ceremonies based on academic major: School of Economics and Business at 9 a.m.; School of Education, Human Ecology, and Sports Studies at 11 a.m.; School of Liberal Arts at 1 p.m.; and School of Sciences at 3 p.m.
The State DOT is advising motorists that starting today; the right lanes of US Route 11 northbound and southbound in the Town of Dickinson in Broome County will be closed for approximately 1 year to re-construct the interchange of Exit 5 on I-81. During that time, the on and off ramps of I 81 northbound at Exit 5 will both be reduced to one lane. Travelers on US 11 should expect minor to moderate delays at peak commuting times. Motorists are urged to slow down and drive responsibly in work zones.
Sidney Rotary Pancake Breakfast will be held tomorrow from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm, at the River Street Fire Station in Sidney. Indoor & Outdoor seating is available, drive through options are also available.
47 year old Kristina Hand of Morris was sentenced in federal court to 2 years of probation, she was ordered to serve 50 hours of community service & pay $34,000 in restitution, for stealing that amount from the Morris Central School District, while serving as school treasurer from 2014 to 2020. Hand pleaded guilty to 2 counts of federal program theft, she admitted she stole about $24,000 by depositing checks payable to the school district into bank accounts that she controlled, and for stealing at least $10,000 more by using the school district’s Amazon account and credit cards to purchase personal items.
Identity thefts in New York surged during the pandemic with more than 67,000 complaints filed statewide in 2020, which was 85 percent more than the previous year and more than four times the annual total from a decade earlier, according to a report released today by New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Credit card fraud was the most common type of identity theft reported last year, with nearly 25,000 New Yorkers victimized.
The State Clinical Advisory Task Force approved the use of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for 12 - 15-year-olds. All New York State vaccination sites are open for walk-in appointments to all eligible individuals. Appointments can be made through the Am I Eligible tool or by calling 1-833-NYS-4-VAX.
Sidney Village Crews will be turning the water off this afternoon along West Main Street from Sunset to Pearl Street. The water will be shut off at around 2:30 PM for a couple of hours, as work is conducted on the water main near the Sidney High School.
The Chenango County Blues Association announced that the Chenango Blues fest is being scheduled for this summer. The blues fest will begin on Thursday August 19th with a free concert at the East Side Park Stage, a lengthy line up of acts are also slated to perform Friday August 20th & Saturday August 21st at the Chenango County Fairgrounds, information will be updated at chenangobluesfest.org.
Norwich Theater Company is holding auditions for their summer production, “Something Rotten” in the Martin W. Kappel Theater, in Norwich tonight from 6:00 to 9:00 PM, Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with call backs on Sunday at 2:00 PM. More information is available at norwichtheatercompany.org or (888) 613-4496.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-14-21
About 1,300 members of SUNY Oneonta’s graduating class will be recognized tomorrow during 2021 commencement exercises that include virtual and in-person components, including an opportunity to cross the stage and hear their name called. The virtual ceremony is a full commencement program that will air Saturday, with 4 ceremonies based on academic major: School of Economics and Business at 9 a.m.; School of Education, Human Ecology, and Sports Studies at 11 a.m.; School of Liberal Arts at 1 p.m.; and School of Sciences at 3 p.m.
The State DOT is advising motorists that starting today; the right lanes of US Route 11 northbound and southbound in the Town of Dickinson in Broome County will be closed for approximately 1 year to re-construct the interchange of Exit 5 on I-81. During that time, the on and off ramps of I 81 northbound at Exit 5 will both be reduced to one lane. Travelers on US 11 should expect minor to moderate delays at peak commuting times. Motorists are urged to slow down and drive responsibly in work zones.
Sidney Rotary Pancake Breakfast will be held tomorrow from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm, at the River Street Fire Station in Sidney. Indoor & Outdoor seating is available, drive through options are also available.
WCDO News — Thursday 4-22-21
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-22-21
Firefighters from Sidney, Wells Bridge & Unadilla responded, at about 8:30 this morning to the report of a structure fire at the County Motel on State Route 7. The fire was largely contained to the a room at the east end of the motel structure & was under control by about 9:30, the investigation into the cause of the fire is continuing, 1 person was taken to the hospital for treatment, Sidney Fire Fighters also had to respond to a Chimney Fire this morning on Pleasant Street.
The number of COVID Hospitalizations statewide is 3,567; the Lowest number of Hospitalizations since November 29, 2020. There were 811 Patients in the ICU; Lowest ICU Patients Since December 3, 2020 & 499 on ventilators, there 45 COVID-19 Deaths in the State Wednesday.
Chenango County Public Health reported 13 new COVID cases today, bringing their total to 3138. The number of Active Cases is 120, there are 599 Active Quarantines & 9 Hospitalized there have been 2855 Recoveries.
A covid vaccination CLINIC for Veterans, & their spouses, will be held tomorrow from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM in Bainbridge. The clinic will be held at VA Outpatient Clinic at 109 North Main Street, more information or registration is available at 967-8590, option 1.
The Sidney United Way, Catholic Charities & other organizations announced that 77 Volunteers unloaded thousands of pounds in food, during the Community Mass Food Giveaway Tuesday in Sidney. 486 Households which included 1414 People received the food at the back of the River Street Fire Station.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced their 1st Friday Networking event to be held virtually on Friday May 7th @ 12:00 Noon. Chamber members will have the opportunity to promote their businesses to other members in speed-dating style. To register go to delawarecounty.org.
The Northeast Classic Car Museum announced their 2021 raffle, of 1970 Candy Apple Red Ford Mustang convertible. The drawing will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, October 7th in the Lobby of the Museum on Rexford Street in Norwich, You do not need to be present to win & no purchase or donation is necessary, To enter and for Official Rules visit classiccarmuseum.org, Tickets must be purchased or postmarked by 4:00 PM Wednesday, September 30th.
The Otsego County Department of Health will be holding a first dose only vaccination clinic on April 29th at the Meadows Complex in Cooperstown. This clinic will be using the MODERNA Vaccine, to vaccinate individuals age 18 and older. Registration can be found on the Otsego County Department of Health Website at otsegocounty.com.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-22-21
Governor Cuomo announced today that People ages 60 and older in New York state don't have to make COVID vaccine appointments anymore. The Governor announced that that age group can walk into any mass vaccination site starting Friday and get a shot, the closest site will be at SUNY Binghamton.
Delaware County Public Health reported 5 new Covid 19 Cases Wednesday out of 468 tested, or 1% of all tested. Delaware County had 99 active cases, 13 hospitalized & 228 quarantined.
Firefighters from Sidney, Wells Bridge & Unadilla responded, at about 8:30 this morning to the report of a structure fire at the County Motel on State Route 7. The fire was largely contained to the a room at the east end of the motel structure & was under control by about 9:30, the investigation into the cause of the fire is continuing, 1 person was taken to the hospital for treatment, Sidney Fire Fighters also had to respond to a Chimney Fire this morning on Pleasant Street.
The number of COVID Hospitalizations statewide is 3,567; the Lowest number of Hospitalizations since November 29, 2020. There were 811 Patients in the ICU; Lowest ICU Patients Since December 3, 2020 & 499 on ventilators, there 45 COVID-19 Deaths in the State Wednesday.
Chenango County Public Health reported 13 new COVID cases today, bringing their total to 3138. The number of Active Cases is 120, there are 599 Active Quarantines & 9 Hospitalized there have been 2855 Recoveries.
A covid vaccination CLINIC for Veterans, & their spouses, will be held tomorrow from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM in Bainbridge. The clinic will be held at VA Outpatient Clinic at 109 North Main Street, more information or registration is available at 967-8590, option 1.
The Sidney United Way, Catholic Charities & other organizations announced that 77 Volunteers unloaded thousands of pounds in food, during the Community Mass Food Giveaway Tuesday in Sidney. 486 Households which included 1414 People received the food at the back of the River Street Fire Station.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced their 1st Friday Networking event to be held virtually on Friday May 7th @ 12:00 Noon. Chamber members will have the opportunity to promote their businesses to other members in speed-dating style. To register go to delawarecounty.org.
The Northeast Classic Car Museum announced their 2021 raffle, of 1970 Candy Apple Red Ford Mustang convertible. The drawing will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, October 7th in the Lobby of the Museum on Rexford Street in Norwich, You do not need to be present to win & no purchase or donation is necessary, To enter and for Official Rules visit classiccarmuseum.org, Tickets must be purchased or postmarked by 4:00 PM Wednesday, September 30th.
The Otsego County Department of Health will be holding a first dose only vaccination clinic on April 29th at the Meadows Complex in Cooperstown. This clinic will be using the MODERNA Vaccine, to vaccinate individuals age 18 and older. Registration can be found on the Otsego County Department of Health Website at otsegocounty.com.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-22-21
Governor Cuomo announced today that People ages 60 and older in New York state don't have to make COVID vaccine appointments anymore. The Governor announced that that age group can walk into any mass vaccination site starting Friday and get a shot, the closest site will be at SUNY Binghamton.
Delaware County Public Health reported 5 new Covid 19 Cases Wednesday out of 468 tested, or 1% of all tested. Delaware County had 99 active cases, 13 hospitalized & 228 quarantined.
WCDO News — Monday 4-19-21
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-19-21
Catholic Charities & several other organizations are teaming up for a mass food distribution at the River Street Fire Station in Sidney tomorrow morning, Catholic Charities Spokesperson Penny McKnight explains:
(Penny McKnight 4-20-21)
McKnight said that previous events have distributed more than 9 tons or more of food last year.
Governor Cuomo announced today some changes for venue capacity coming in the next month:
(Cuomo 4-19-21)
The total number of COVID hospitalizations on Sunday was 3,834; of the 296,240 tests reported, 8,235 or 2.78% were positive, there were 58 fatalities.
Chenango County Public reported that they were down to 99 Active Cases, 455 Active Quarantines & 8 hospitalizations & a total of 3091 total cases. There have been 2816 Recoveries, 72 deaths; they have conducted over 101,000 Tests Performed.
The New Jersey Devils Hockey Team announced that they are terminating their minor league agreement with Binghamton after this season. The Binghamton Devils have been playing at another venue this season in New Jersey due to COVID concerns & New York's Regulations regarding mass gatherings.
State Police are asking for the public’s help in locating missing runaway, 16 year old Hannah Riley of Windsor. Police reported that Hannah never returned home from school last Thursday, April 15th, she was last seen wearing sweatpants, a pink sweatshirt with the word “Fly” on it, teal crocs and carrying a pink backpack with the word “Champion” on it, she did not have a cell phone with her. Anyone with information about Hannah Riley's location should contact New York State Police at Binghamton at 775-1241.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-19-21
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies & SUNY Delhi University Police responded to a physical domestic disturbance involving a weapon on Main Street in Delhi last week. Deputies arrested 59 year-old Alan Reese with 2nd degree burglary, Criminal contempt & criminal possession of a controlled substance. Reese is accused of unlawfully entering a residence in violation of an order of protection and engaging in a domestic dispute with the victim. Reese was arraigned in the Town of Hamden Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $10,000 cash bail pending his re-appearance in the Town of Hamden Court on a later date.
State Police arrested 29 year old Matthew Bonser of Nanticoke, Pennsylvania for 1st degree Assault, Burglary & Robbery, he was also charged as a Fugitive for Justice in Pennsylvania. Police responded Saturday to a violent altercation in the Town of Barker, where Bonser allegedly broke into a residence & attacked a 71 year old resident, who was taken to Wilson Hospital. Bonser is accused of going to another residence & threatening the occupant with a knife & stealing his car. Bonser was spotted by a Broome County Deputy & Troopers, he was pursued until he crashed into another vehicle and a pole on Colesville Road. Bonser & the 87 year old driver in that crash were taken to Wilson Hospital. Bonser was processed at Broome County Central Arraignment and Processing.
The Norwich Family YMCA announces the postponement of the 25th Anniversary Gus Macker Basketball in Downtown Norwich. With State guidelines for large scale events in New York State as they currently stand, Macker organizers cannot successfully manage a large "open access" event in our community and requirements as it would add extra costs to the implementation, they hope to have the 25th Macker tournament in July 2022 in Norwich.
The Rolling Antiquers of Chenango County announced that they are canceling their Memorial Day Weekend Car show this year. Organizers hope to hold their next show in 2022.
Delaware County Public Health reported 14 new COVID cases Friday, out of 387 tested. They have 108 active cases, 15 hospitalized and 224 quarantined.
The statewide COVID-19 Positivity Rate for tests Saturday hit the lowest level since November 7th of last year, at 2.35%. There were 3,754 Patient Hospitalizations, 849 Patients in the ICU & 520 on Ventilators, the lowest Since December 7; there were 35 COVID-19 Deaths Saturday.
Catholic Charities & several other organizations are teaming up for a mass food distribution at the River Street Fire Station in Sidney tomorrow morning, Catholic Charities Spokesperson Penny McKnight explains:
(Penny McKnight 4-20-21)
McKnight said that previous events have distributed more than 9 tons or more of food last year.
Governor Cuomo announced today some changes for venue capacity coming in the next month:
(Cuomo 4-19-21)
The total number of COVID hospitalizations on Sunday was 3,834; of the 296,240 tests reported, 8,235 or 2.78% were positive, there were 58 fatalities.
Chenango County Public reported that they were down to 99 Active Cases, 455 Active Quarantines & 8 hospitalizations & a total of 3091 total cases. There have been 2816 Recoveries, 72 deaths; they have conducted over 101,000 Tests Performed.
The New Jersey Devils Hockey Team announced that they are terminating their minor league agreement with Binghamton after this season. The Binghamton Devils have been playing at another venue this season in New Jersey due to COVID concerns & New York's Regulations regarding mass gatherings.
State Police are asking for the public’s help in locating missing runaway, 16 year old Hannah Riley of Windsor. Police reported that Hannah never returned home from school last Thursday, April 15th, she was last seen wearing sweatpants, a pink sweatshirt with the word “Fly” on it, teal crocs and carrying a pink backpack with the word “Champion” on it, she did not have a cell phone with her. Anyone with information about Hannah Riley's location should contact New York State Police at Binghamton at 775-1241.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-19-21
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies & SUNY Delhi University Police responded to a physical domestic disturbance involving a weapon on Main Street in Delhi last week. Deputies arrested 59 year-old Alan Reese with 2nd degree burglary, Criminal contempt & criminal possession of a controlled substance. Reese is accused of unlawfully entering a residence in violation of an order of protection and engaging in a domestic dispute with the victim. Reese was arraigned in the Town of Hamden Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $10,000 cash bail pending his re-appearance in the Town of Hamden Court on a later date.
State Police arrested 29 year old Matthew Bonser of Nanticoke, Pennsylvania for 1st degree Assault, Burglary & Robbery, he was also charged as a Fugitive for Justice in Pennsylvania. Police responded Saturday to a violent altercation in the Town of Barker, where Bonser allegedly broke into a residence & attacked a 71 year old resident, who was taken to Wilson Hospital. Bonser is accused of going to another residence & threatening the occupant with a knife & stealing his car. Bonser was spotted by a Broome County Deputy & Troopers, he was pursued until he crashed into another vehicle and a pole on Colesville Road. Bonser & the 87 year old driver in that crash were taken to Wilson Hospital. Bonser was processed at Broome County Central Arraignment and Processing.
The Norwich Family YMCA announces the postponement of the 25th Anniversary Gus Macker Basketball in Downtown Norwich. With State guidelines for large scale events in New York State as they currently stand, Macker organizers cannot successfully manage a large "open access" event in our community and requirements as it would add extra costs to the implementation, they hope to have the 25th Macker tournament in July 2022 in Norwich.
The Rolling Antiquers of Chenango County announced that they are canceling their Memorial Day Weekend Car show this year. Organizers hope to hold their next show in 2022.
Delaware County Public Health reported 14 new COVID cases Friday, out of 387 tested. They have 108 active cases, 15 hospitalized and 224 quarantined.
The statewide COVID-19 Positivity Rate for tests Saturday hit the lowest level since November 7th of last year, at 2.35%. There were 3,754 Patient Hospitalizations, 849 Patients in the ICU & 520 on Ventilators, the lowest Since December 7; there were 35 COVID-19 Deaths Saturday.
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WCDO News — Tuesday 4-6-21
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-30-21
The City of Oneonta Common Council will hold a special Zoom meeting Thursday evening, to discuss & possibly vote on their Police reform & Reinvention plan. The Plan is posted on the City’s website.
Norwich Police & State Police are seeking the public’s help in locating a sexual assault suspect. On March 23rd, an individual was attacked at around 2:30 PM while walking along the railroad tracks downtown. The attacker forced the victim into the brush & attempted to remove clothing, when the victim managed to break free & ran for help. The suspect is described as a white male, in his mid-20 with dirty blond hair, wearing a gray colored tank top & holding either a red belt or handkerchief, anyone with information is asked to contact Norwich police at 336-TIPS.
Otsego County Health department reported 18 new Positive COVID 19 tests results, giving them over 3800 total cases & 55 deaths since the pandemic began. Chenango County today reported 120 active cases with 414 quarantined, they have had over 2700 cases so far. In Delaware County, there are 132 active cases, 354 in quarantine and 1888 total cases with 45 deaths.
A Rochester woman becomes the latest person to accuse governor Cuomo with inappropriate advances. Sherry Vill said that the governor kissed her several times, while he was examining her home for flooding in 2017. Lawmakers from both parties are calling for the governor to resign following several accusations of sexually harassing behavior.
23 year old George Wang of Kansas pleaded not guilty to attempted murder in Otsego County Court. Wang is accused of driving off of state route 28 in the town of Hartwick in front of the Tops Market & Striking a pedestrian last November, he then sped off. Wand was charged with operating a motor vehicle while impaired by drugs & alcohol he is free after posting $300,000 bond, he is due back in court may 24th.
Trout Season begins in New York State tomorrow. The State DEC is stocking 1.8 million trout in waters across the state.
The Sidney Elks Lodge will hold their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday April 3rd at 11:30 AM. The hunt will be held outside & Masks are required, the Easter Bunny will be available for pictures.
The Murder Trial of Dylan Robinson of Oneonta will begin in Otsego County Court on April 14th Robinson is accused of murdering his father, along with several others, and then setting the house on fire in October of 2019 in Worcester.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-30-21
The Sidney Police Department is partnering with the Delaware County Sheriff's Office and Chenango Health Network for a medication take back day. Anyone with any unused, outdated or unwanted medication can safely dispose of it at the date, time and place listed below. Note: no sharps or needles will be accepted. The event will be held at the River Street Fire Station from 2:00 to 7:00 PM today.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies announced that a traffic violation on West Main Street in the Village of Hancock Wednesday evening resulted in the arrest of New Jersey woman. Deputies observed a vehicle being operated without headlights. Deputies stopped the vehicle and identified the driver as 28 year-old Lilly Cosme of Mount Holly, New Jersey; a routine driver’s license inquiry revealed that Cosme’s driving privileges were suspended in 2016. Cosme was arrested for aggravated unlicensed operation and operating an unregistered motor vehicle. Cosme’s vehicle was towed from the highway and she was released after being directed to appear in the Village of Hancock Court on a later date.
Delaware County Public Health reported 28 new COVID 19 cases out of 169 tested Monday. The county has 13 hospitalized, 139 active cases & 301 quarantined.
The Otsego County Department of Health will be holding a vaccination clinic at the Meadows Office Complex in Cooperstown on April 2nd, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Registration is up on the Otsego County Department of Health Website, Anyone currently eligible to receive the vaccine per the NYS guidelines may register for an appointment. Do not register unless you meet the current eligibility. Anyone over the age of 30 is eligible to be vaccinated.
The City of Oneonta Common Council will hold a special Zoom meeting Thursday evening, to discuss & possibly vote on their Police reform & Reinvention plan. The Plan is posted on the City’s website.
Norwich Police & State Police are seeking the public’s help in locating a sexual assault suspect. On March 23rd, an individual was attacked at around 2:30 PM while walking along the railroad tracks downtown. The attacker forced the victim into the brush & attempted to remove clothing, when the victim managed to break free & ran for help. The suspect is described as a white male, in his mid-20 with dirty blond hair, wearing a gray colored tank top & holding either a red belt or handkerchief, anyone with information is asked to contact Norwich police at 336-TIPS.
Otsego County Health department reported 18 new Positive COVID 19 tests results, giving them over 3800 total cases & 55 deaths since the pandemic began. Chenango County today reported 120 active cases with 414 quarantined, they have had over 2700 cases so far. In Delaware County, there are 132 active cases, 354 in quarantine and 1888 total cases with 45 deaths.
A Rochester woman becomes the latest person to accuse governor Cuomo with inappropriate advances. Sherry Vill said that the governor kissed her several times, while he was examining her home for flooding in 2017. Lawmakers from both parties are calling for the governor to resign following several accusations of sexually harassing behavior.
23 year old George Wang of Kansas pleaded not guilty to attempted murder in Otsego County Court. Wang is accused of driving off of state route 28 in the town of Hartwick in front of the Tops Market & Striking a pedestrian last November, he then sped off. Wand was charged with operating a motor vehicle while impaired by drugs & alcohol he is free after posting $300,000 bond, he is due back in court may 24th.
Trout Season begins in New York State tomorrow. The State DEC is stocking 1.8 million trout in waters across the state.
The Sidney Elks Lodge will hold their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday April 3rd at 11:30 AM. The hunt will be held outside & Masks are required, the Easter Bunny will be available for pictures.
The Murder Trial of Dylan Robinson of Oneonta will begin in Otsego County Court on April 14th Robinson is accused of murdering his father, along with several others, and then setting the house on fire in October of 2019 in Worcester.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-30-21
The Sidney Police Department is partnering with the Delaware County Sheriff's Office and Chenango Health Network for a medication take back day. Anyone with any unused, outdated or unwanted medication can safely dispose of it at the date, time and place listed below. Note: no sharps or needles will be accepted. The event will be held at the River Street Fire Station from 2:00 to 7:00 PM today.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies announced that a traffic violation on West Main Street in the Village of Hancock Wednesday evening resulted in the arrest of New Jersey woman. Deputies observed a vehicle being operated without headlights. Deputies stopped the vehicle and identified the driver as 28 year-old Lilly Cosme of Mount Holly, New Jersey; a routine driver’s license inquiry revealed that Cosme’s driving privileges were suspended in 2016. Cosme was arrested for aggravated unlicensed operation and operating an unregistered motor vehicle. Cosme’s vehicle was towed from the highway and she was released after being directed to appear in the Village of Hancock Court on a later date.
Delaware County Public Health reported 28 new COVID 19 cases out of 169 tested Monday. The county has 13 hospitalized, 139 active cases & 301 quarantined.
The Otsego County Department of Health will be holding a vaccination clinic at the Meadows Office Complex in Cooperstown on April 2nd, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Registration is up on the Otsego County Department of Health Website, Anyone currently eligible to receive the vaccine per the NYS guidelines may register for an appointment. Do not register unless you meet the current eligibility. Anyone over the age of 30 is eligible to be vaccinated.