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WCDO News — Wednesday 12-10-25
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-10-25
62 year old Robert Trago of Hancock, was sentenced in Delaware County Court to 5 years of in prison for his conviction of 2nd degree Assault. In September of 2024, State Police were dispatched to the Town of Hancock for shots fired with injuries, Trago shot at his neighbor in the arm while he was walking his dog in front of Trago’s residence, The victim was transported to Albany Medical Center by helicopter but was later released after the bleeding stopped. State Police Forensic Identification Unit Lab was able to match the bullet recovered from the victim’s arm with Trago's firearm.
36 year old Russell Clement of Oneonta, appeared in Delaware County Court Tuesday & was sentenced to 1 to 3 years in prison for his conviction of Burglary. In July of 2024, a trustee of a house on Charlotte Creek Road in the Town of Davenport was notified by a neighbor of a possible break-in to the house, the trustee noticed specific items missing in the house and a cigarette, where no one had smoked in the house for over 20 years. Gloves were left behind at the scene, DNA results came back with a positive match to Russell Clement. Clement was arrested and admitted to being at that residence and taking items from that residence.
State Police are investigating the death of 59 year old Robin Bowman of Findlay, Ohio, who was found deceased on State Route 281 in Cortlandville on November 25th near railroad tracks. Police do not know why Bowman was in the area, they believe that she drove to the Cortland area. The exact cause of her death is still pending. The investigation is ongoing.
Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand continues to press for Congress to vote to extend the subsidies that help millions of Americans afford health care:
(Gillibrand 12-10-25)
On Thursday, Democrats will force a vote on a three-year extension of the Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits. Without an extension, ACA enhanced premium tax credits will expire at the end of 2025, causing 20 million Americans, to see a drastic increase in their health insurance costs.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 12-10-25
The Chenango County Children's Home will hold it's monthly virtual meeting tonight @ 6:00 PM, for those interested in becoming a foster or adoptive parent. The session will be hosted by Meryl Juster:
(Meryl Juster 12-10-25)
People can still register today for tonight's session by emailing MJuster@chowc.org.
The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office announced the donation of $2,500 worth of toys to Delaware Opportunities, made possible through the enthusiastic participation of agency members in this year’s Double Down December fundraiser. Corrections Officers, Road Patrol Deputies and staff were encouraged to participate by contributing funds through the No Shave October & November program, The toys will be distributed by Delaware Opportunities to families across the county this Christmas season.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held in Downsville today from 9 am. - 2 pm., at the Downsville Fire Department, State Highway 30, schedule a blood or platelet donation appointment by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
Commerce Chenango will hold their Breakfast with a Banker event this morning at 8:30 at their office at 19 East Main Street in Norwich. Members from NBT will discuss how to protect your information.
62 year old Robert Trago of Hancock, was sentenced in Delaware County Court to 5 years of in prison for his conviction of 2nd degree Assault. In September of 2024, State Police were dispatched to the Town of Hancock for shots fired with injuries, Trago shot at his neighbor in the arm while he was walking his dog in front of Trago’s residence, The victim was transported to Albany Medical Center by helicopter but was later released after the bleeding stopped. State Police Forensic Identification Unit Lab was able to match the bullet recovered from the victim’s arm with Trago's firearm.
36 year old Russell Clement of Oneonta, appeared in Delaware County Court Tuesday & was sentenced to 1 to 3 years in prison for his conviction of Burglary. In July of 2024, a trustee of a house on Charlotte Creek Road in the Town of Davenport was notified by a neighbor of a possible break-in to the house, the trustee noticed specific items missing in the house and a cigarette, where no one had smoked in the house for over 20 years. Gloves were left behind at the scene, DNA results came back with a positive match to Russell Clement. Clement was arrested and admitted to being at that residence and taking items from that residence.
State Police are investigating the death of 59 year old Robin Bowman of Findlay, Ohio, who was found deceased on State Route 281 in Cortlandville on November 25th near railroad tracks. Police do not know why Bowman was in the area, they believe that she drove to the Cortland area. The exact cause of her death is still pending. The investigation is ongoing.
Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand continues to press for Congress to vote to extend the subsidies that help millions of Americans afford health care:
(Gillibrand 12-10-25)
On Thursday, Democrats will force a vote on a three-year extension of the Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits. Without an extension, ACA enhanced premium tax credits will expire at the end of 2025, causing 20 million Americans, to see a drastic increase in their health insurance costs.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 12-10-25
The Chenango County Children's Home will hold it's monthly virtual meeting tonight @ 6:00 PM, for those interested in becoming a foster or adoptive parent. The session will be hosted by Meryl Juster:
(Meryl Juster 12-10-25)
People can still register today for tonight's session by emailing MJuster@chowc.org.
The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office announced the donation of $2,500 worth of toys to Delaware Opportunities, made possible through the enthusiastic participation of agency members in this year’s Double Down December fundraiser. Corrections Officers, Road Patrol Deputies and staff were encouraged to participate by contributing funds through the No Shave October & November program, The toys will be distributed by Delaware Opportunities to families across the county this Christmas season.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held in Downsville today from 9 am. - 2 pm., at the Downsville Fire Department, State Highway 30, schedule a blood or platelet donation appointment by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
Commerce Chenango will hold their Breakfast with a Banker event this morning at 8:30 at their office at 19 East Main Street in Norwich. Members from NBT will discuss how to protect your information.
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WCDO News — Thursday 11-20-25
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 11-20-25
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand demanded that the Trump administration immediately release federal LIHEAP funding, which helps low-income New Yorkers heat their homes through the state’s Home Energy Assistance Program:
(Gillibrand 11-20-25)
LIHEAP helps over a million low-income households across the state afford their energy bills and make cost-effective repairs to their heating systems. The program is administered by the state but funded by the federal government. States typically receive their LIHEAP allocations from the Department of Health and Human Services by early November, but funding was put on hold during the government shutdown. The funding bill that ended the government shutdown included the same level of funding as last year, but the administration has not released the $4 billion allocated for the program.
35 year old Kyron Milner of Binghamton was found guilty by a jury for 3rd degree Burglary and Resisting Arrest. On December 28, 2024, the Binghamton Police Department responded to a business alarm at 200 Court Street in the City of Binghamton. Security cameras inside the building showed Milner inside the secured premises, Milner falsely claimed to officers that he was an employee of the business, when he was not., he resisted arrest, but was taken into custody. Milner faces up to 7 years in State Prison upon sentencing at a later date.
United Way of Mid Rural New York set a campaign goal this year of $562,000, in the 4 counties that they serve, Executive Director Elizabeth Monaco explains:
(Elizabeth Monaco 11-20-25)
To donate online to the United Way of Mid Rural New York, go to uwmrny.org/Donate
Mirabito Convenience Stores throughout New York and Pennsylvania sponsored a Round Up campaign in conjunction with its Mirabito Cares program which raised $75,000 in support of the American Cancer Society, spokesperson Marissa Sweeney comments;
(Marissa Sweeney 11-20-25)
Sweeney said that the Proceeds will directly support local patients and families through vital American Cancer Society programs, including nights at Hope Lodge during treatment and recovery, rides to medical appointments, and access to trained Cancer Specialists who provide 24/7 guidance and support.
Delaware Opportunities reminds local residents that Food Pantries are available around the county, There are NO income guidelines to be eligible, More information is available at delawareopportunities.org.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 11-20-25
Commerce Chenango is having their Thanksgiving Luncheon today from 11:00 Am to 1:00 PM at the Norwich Family YMCA, for Commerce Chenango members & the public, who have signed up. Participants are asked to bring donations that will go to area food pantries.
Sidney Community Foundation and the Sidney Rotary are teaming up to host a seminar on Advanced Techniques in charitable gifting, including as part of estate planning. the seminar will be held at the Sidney Library Smart Community Room at 6:30 PM this evening.
This is an annual social engineering event to encourage Americans to stop tobacco smoking. The Great American Smoke-out challenges smokers to quit cigarettes for 24 hours with the hopes that this decision will continue forever. More information is available at cancer.org.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand demanded that the Trump administration immediately release federal LIHEAP funding, which helps low-income New Yorkers heat their homes through the state’s Home Energy Assistance Program:
(Gillibrand 11-20-25)
LIHEAP helps over a million low-income households across the state afford their energy bills and make cost-effective repairs to their heating systems. The program is administered by the state but funded by the federal government. States typically receive their LIHEAP allocations from the Department of Health and Human Services by early November, but funding was put on hold during the government shutdown. The funding bill that ended the government shutdown included the same level of funding as last year, but the administration has not released the $4 billion allocated for the program.
35 year old Kyron Milner of Binghamton was found guilty by a jury for 3rd degree Burglary and Resisting Arrest. On December 28, 2024, the Binghamton Police Department responded to a business alarm at 200 Court Street in the City of Binghamton. Security cameras inside the building showed Milner inside the secured premises, Milner falsely claimed to officers that he was an employee of the business, when he was not., he resisted arrest, but was taken into custody. Milner faces up to 7 years in State Prison upon sentencing at a later date.
United Way of Mid Rural New York set a campaign goal this year of $562,000, in the 4 counties that they serve, Executive Director Elizabeth Monaco explains:
(Elizabeth Monaco 11-20-25)
To donate online to the United Way of Mid Rural New York, go to uwmrny.org/Donate
Mirabito Convenience Stores throughout New York and Pennsylvania sponsored a Round Up campaign in conjunction with its Mirabito Cares program which raised $75,000 in support of the American Cancer Society, spokesperson Marissa Sweeney comments;
(Marissa Sweeney 11-20-25)
Sweeney said that the Proceeds will directly support local patients and families through vital American Cancer Society programs, including nights at Hope Lodge during treatment and recovery, rides to medical appointments, and access to trained Cancer Specialists who provide 24/7 guidance and support.
Delaware Opportunities reminds local residents that Food Pantries are available around the county, There are NO income guidelines to be eligible, More information is available at delawareopportunities.org.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 11-20-25
Commerce Chenango is having their Thanksgiving Luncheon today from 11:00 Am to 1:00 PM at the Norwich Family YMCA, for Commerce Chenango members & the public, who have signed up. Participants are asked to bring donations that will go to area food pantries.
Sidney Community Foundation and the Sidney Rotary are teaming up to host a seminar on Advanced Techniques in charitable gifting, including as part of estate planning. the seminar will be held at the Sidney Library Smart Community Room at 6:30 PM this evening.
This is an annual social engineering event to encourage Americans to stop tobacco smoking. The Great American Smoke-out challenges smokers to quit cigarettes for 24 hours with the hopes that this decision will continue forever. More information is available at cancer.org.
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETYBinghamtonCommerce ChenangoDELAWARE OPPORTUNITIESELIZABETH MONACOGREAT AMERICAN SMOKEOUTKYRON MILNERLIHEAPMARISSA SWEENEYMIRABITO CARESMIRABITO CONVENIENCE STORESSIDNEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONSIDNEY LIBRARYSIDNEY ROTARY CLUBU.S. SENATOR KIRSTEN GILLIBRANDUnited Way of Mid Rural New York
WCDO News — Monday 11-17-25
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-17-25
A Delaware County Grand Jury returned an 8 count indictment against 45 year old Glen Merwin of Harpersfield, for Criminal Mischief, 2 Counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child; and 3 counts of Harassment, Criminal Contempt, Merwin is accused of damaging another person's property, acting in a manner endangering children, and ignoring a court order. The allegations stem from incidents in December of 2024.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, and Minority Leader Charles Schumer announced that they secured $104 million for local projects in New York State. Funding includes $667,000 for Chenango Memorial Hospital to replace its existing roof, windows, and exterior doors, reducing energy costs and improving safety and security.
The Norwich Family YMCA will hold the annual Turkey Trot 5K, at 12:30 PM this Sunday,starting in front of the YMCA at 68-70 North Broad Street in Norwich. Organizer Shannon Gawronski explains:
(Shannon Gawronski 11-17-25)
Gawronski said that people can sign up up until Sunday Morning, people can also sign up at the Norwich YMCA, or online through raceroster.com, there is small fee to sign up online, For more information regarding the Norwich YMCA, visit their website at norwichymca.org.
Delaware Opportunities is continuing with the "Toys For Joy" campaign, to give Children of underprivileged families a Christmas gift next month, Katie McAteer from Delaware Opportunities explains:
(Katie McAteer 11-17-25)
Last year over 724 children in about 277 families received holiday gifts, the deadline to sign up is December 1st, call 607-434-1750 for more information.
An American Red Cross Blood drive continues this afternoon in Sidney, until 6 pm., at the American Legion Post 183, 22 Union Street. Reserve your spot to give blood or platelets by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting Tuesday, morning at 7:30 am at the back of Bob's Diner. Chamber members are encouraged to attend.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-17-25
51 year old Lawrence Slater of Norwich pleaded guilty to vehicular manslaughter and driving while intoxicated in Chenango County Court and was sentenced to 5-to-15-years in state prison. Slater had a BAC of twice the legal limit on April 12th, the ensuing crash killed 62-year-old Steven Biviano of Oxford, who was pronounced dead at the scene, Slater was taken to Wilson Hospital where his BAC was .18,
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 64 year old Keith Hansen of Oneonta, following an investigation into a sex offender failing to report an address change to authorities as required by a Sex Offender. Hansen was released from the Otsego County Correctional Facility in March, he did not update his address with the sex offender registry, an arrest warrant issued & Hansen was located in Oneonta by deputies and taken in to custody without incident, he is being held pending arraignment on the latest charges.
The Broome County Sheriff's Office reported that a fugitive from Broome County was apprehended in Polk County Florida. 44-year-old Dustin Yannuzzi was wanted on a warrant issued in Broome County for Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Sell, Tampering with Evidence, Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia, and Fleeing to Elude, Yannuzzi was removed from the vehicle and arrested without incident, he was found to be in possession of methamphetamine & faces charges in Florida, he will be returned to New York shortly.
A Delaware County Grand Jury returned an 8 count indictment against 45 year old Glen Merwin of Harpersfield, for Criminal Mischief, 2 Counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child; and 3 counts of Harassment, Criminal Contempt, Merwin is accused of damaging another person's property, acting in a manner endangering children, and ignoring a court order. The allegations stem from incidents in December of 2024.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, and Minority Leader Charles Schumer announced that they secured $104 million for local projects in New York State. Funding includes $667,000 for Chenango Memorial Hospital to replace its existing roof, windows, and exterior doors, reducing energy costs and improving safety and security.
The Norwich Family YMCA will hold the annual Turkey Trot 5K, at 12:30 PM this Sunday,starting in front of the YMCA at 68-70 North Broad Street in Norwich. Organizer Shannon Gawronski explains:
(Shannon Gawronski 11-17-25)
Gawronski said that people can sign up up until Sunday Morning, people can also sign up at the Norwich YMCA, or online through raceroster.com, there is small fee to sign up online, For more information regarding the Norwich YMCA, visit their website at norwichymca.org.
Delaware Opportunities is continuing with the "Toys For Joy" campaign, to give Children of underprivileged families a Christmas gift next month, Katie McAteer from Delaware Opportunities explains:
(Katie McAteer 11-17-25)
Last year over 724 children in about 277 families received holiday gifts, the deadline to sign up is December 1st, call 607-434-1750 for more information.
An American Red Cross Blood drive continues this afternoon in Sidney, until 6 pm., at the American Legion Post 183, 22 Union Street. Reserve your spot to give blood or platelets by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting Tuesday, morning at 7:30 am at the back of Bob's Diner. Chamber members are encouraged to attend.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-17-25
51 year old Lawrence Slater of Norwich pleaded guilty to vehicular manslaughter and driving while intoxicated in Chenango County Court and was sentenced to 5-to-15-years in state prison. Slater had a BAC of twice the legal limit on April 12th, the ensuing crash killed 62-year-old Steven Biviano of Oxford, who was pronounced dead at the scene, Slater was taken to Wilson Hospital where his BAC was .18,
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 64 year old Keith Hansen of Oneonta, following an investigation into a sex offender failing to report an address change to authorities as required by a Sex Offender. Hansen was released from the Otsego County Correctional Facility in March, he did not update his address with the sex offender registry, an arrest warrant issued & Hansen was located in Oneonta by deputies and taken in to custody without incident, he is being held pending arraignment on the latest charges.
The Broome County Sheriff's Office reported that a fugitive from Broome County was apprehended in Polk County Florida. 44-year-old Dustin Yannuzzi was wanted on a warrant issued in Broome County for Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Sell, Tampering with Evidence, Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia, and Fleeing to Elude, Yannuzzi was removed from the vehicle and arrested without incident, he was found to be in possession of methamphetamine & faces charges in Florida, he will be returned to New York shortly.
American red CrossBAINBRIDGE CHAMBER OF COMMERCEBOB'S DINERDELAWARE OPPORTUNITIESDUSTIN YANNUZZIGLEN MERWINHARPERSFIELDKATIE McATEERKeith HansenLAWRENCE SLATERNew YorkNORWICH YMCA TURKEY TROTNYOneontaPOLK COUNTY FLORIDASHANNON GAWRONSKISIDNEY AMERICAN LEGIONSTEVEN BIVIANOTOYS FOR JOYU.S. SENATOR CHARLES SCHUMERU.S. SENATOR KIRSTEN GILLIBRANDWCDO
WCDO News — Thursday 11-6-25
P.M. NEWS Thursday 11-6-25
State Police have identified the woman who drive into a pong in Richfield Springs earlier this week as 39 year old Rachel Galesky of Richfield Springs. State Police were dispatched Tuesday Morning to the site of a pond at Skinner Road & US Route 20 after a passerby called 911 after observing what appeared to be a portion of a vehicle submerged in the pond. Troopers located the vehicle and discovered Galesky inside, they determined that she failed to stop at a stop sign and drove into the pond, The investigation is continuing.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is demanding an end to the Federal government shutdown, so that Congress can act on an extension of the tax credits that help small businesses, their employees, and self-employed individuals afford health care.
(Gillibrand 11-6-25)
Gillibrand said that without an extension, ACA enhanced premium tax credits will expire at the end of 2025, causing over 20 million Americans--including 4.4 million small business owners and self-employed individuals--to see a drastic increase in health insurance costs, which could force individuals to make a choice of either going without insurance or pay for premiums they cannot afford. A county-by-county breakdown of expected ACA premium increases can be found at gillibrand.senate.gov.
Area Food Pantries have been stocking up to face the federal Government shutdown and the shutdown of SNAP benefits for many local residents & families, Penny McKnight of the Catholic Charities Food Pantry in Sidney Comments:
(Penny McKnight 1-16-25)
McKnight that there is no income requirement, people can call her to get onto their client list at 607-604-4071 extension 201, she also suggests that people take advantage of 2 for 1 sales when they can and go to yes.com to suggestion for recipes to make the amount of food that they have to stretch a bit further.
The Village of Sidney announced the flushing of hydrants beginning Wednesday November 12th, between 7:00 AM and 3:30 PM. If your water becomes roily let your cold water run until the water is clear. Also, Brush pickup will conclude tomorrow, leaf pickup will continue until the first accumulative snowfall. More information is available at 607-561-2324.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 11-6-25
An 18-year-old male from Plainview is in custody after stealing a marked New York State Police patrol vehicle. Wednesday morning, Oneonta Troopers were notified of a burglary that occurred overnight at Accurate Auto and Truck Repair LLC in Davenport, where a State Police patrol vehicle that had been undergoing service & was taken from the premises. No weapons were inside the car at the time it was taken. The vehicle was located on I- 90 in Schodack, Rensselaer County, Troopers located the 18-year-old male inside and took him into custody without incident. The individual was arraigned in the Town of Schodack Court and charged with Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, He was turned over to investigators from Troop C, where he was additionally charged with Burglary and Grand Larceny, The investigation remains ongoing.
State Police responded to Wednesday afternoon to State Highway 17 in the town of Hancock for a report of a crash in a work zone. An investigation revealed that a Toyota Corolla, operated by 90 year old Mohamed Rawoof of Mahwah, New Jersey struck a State DOT skid steer operated by a DOT employee in the left lane of a marked construction zone. Both Rawoof and the DOT employee were transported to Wilson Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.
Bassett Healthcare Network's FoxCare Center is hosting a blood drive with the American Red Cross today, from Noon to 5 pm. at the Conference Room 1 at the FoxCare Center in Oneonta. Appointments may be made by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS, visiting redcrossblood.org, or using the American Red Cross Blood Donor App.
The Major's Inn "Joyful Traditions" Holiday Bazaar will be held this Friday & Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at the Inn in Gilbertsville, Executive Director C.C. Rowe told WCDO news about the event:
(C.C. Rowe 11-6-25)
Proceeds from the event will go to the Major's Inn Foundation, which funds restoration & maintenance at the facility, more information is available at 783-2967.
State Police have identified the woman who drive into a pong in Richfield Springs earlier this week as 39 year old Rachel Galesky of Richfield Springs. State Police were dispatched Tuesday Morning to the site of a pond at Skinner Road & US Route 20 after a passerby called 911 after observing what appeared to be a portion of a vehicle submerged in the pond. Troopers located the vehicle and discovered Galesky inside, they determined that she failed to stop at a stop sign and drove into the pond, The investigation is continuing.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is demanding an end to the Federal government shutdown, so that Congress can act on an extension of the tax credits that help small businesses, their employees, and self-employed individuals afford health care.
(Gillibrand 11-6-25)
Gillibrand said that without an extension, ACA enhanced premium tax credits will expire at the end of 2025, causing over 20 million Americans--including 4.4 million small business owners and self-employed individuals--to see a drastic increase in health insurance costs, which could force individuals to make a choice of either going without insurance or pay for premiums they cannot afford. A county-by-county breakdown of expected ACA premium increases can be found at gillibrand.senate.gov.
Area Food Pantries have been stocking up to face the federal Government shutdown and the shutdown of SNAP benefits for many local residents & families, Penny McKnight of the Catholic Charities Food Pantry in Sidney Comments:
(Penny McKnight 1-16-25)
McKnight that there is no income requirement, people can call her to get onto their client list at 607-604-4071 extension 201, she also suggests that people take advantage of 2 for 1 sales when they can and go to yes.com to suggestion for recipes to make the amount of food that they have to stretch a bit further.
The Village of Sidney announced the flushing of hydrants beginning Wednesday November 12th, between 7:00 AM and 3:30 PM. If your water becomes roily let your cold water run until the water is clear. Also, Brush pickup will conclude tomorrow, leaf pickup will continue until the first accumulative snowfall. More information is available at 607-561-2324.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 11-6-25
An 18-year-old male from Plainview is in custody after stealing a marked New York State Police patrol vehicle. Wednesday morning, Oneonta Troopers were notified of a burglary that occurred overnight at Accurate Auto and Truck Repair LLC in Davenport, where a State Police patrol vehicle that had been undergoing service & was taken from the premises. No weapons were inside the car at the time it was taken. The vehicle was located on I- 90 in Schodack, Rensselaer County, Troopers located the 18-year-old male inside and took him into custody without incident. The individual was arraigned in the Town of Schodack Court and charged with Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, He was turned over to investigators from Troop C, where he was additionally charged with Burglary and Grand Larceny, The investigation remains ongoing.
State Police responded to Wednesday afternoon to State Highway 17 in the town of Hancock for a report of a crash in a work zone. An investigation revealed that a Toyota Corolla, operated by 90 year old Mohamed Rawoof of Mahwah, New Jersey struck a State DOT skid steer operated by a DOT employee in the left lane of a marked construction zone. Both Rawoof and the DOT employee were transported to Wilson Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.
Bassett Healthcare Network's FoxCare Center is hosting a blood drive with the American Red Cross today, from Noon to 5 pm. at the Conference Room 1 at the FoxCare Center in Oneonta. Appointments may be made by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS, visiting redcrossblood.org, or using the American Red Cross Blood Donor App.
The Major's Inn "Joyful Traditions" Holiday Bazaar will be held this Friday & Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at the Inn in Gilbertsville, Executive Director C.C. Rowe told WCDO news about the event:
(C.C. Rowe 11-6-25)
Proceeds from the event will go to the Major's Inn Foundation, which funds restoration & maintenance at the facility, more information is available at 783-2967.
WCDO News — Thursday 10-30-25
P.M. NEWS Thursday 10-30-25
US Senators Schumer & Gillibrand called on the Trump administration today to allow the SNAP program money to be released to needy Americans, including 3 million New Yorkers, Gillibrand commented this morning about SNAP & the Affordable Care Act tax incentives being taken away:
(Gillibrand 10-30-25)
The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 temporarily expanded and enhanced the Premium Tax Credit, and the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 extended these enhancements through the end of 2025, Congress must act on that quickly in order for the Tax Credit to be available in 20-26.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $135 million was made available to help communities across the State affordably undertake critical water and sewer infrastructure improvement projects. Locally, the City of Oneonta will receive $5.3 million in federal grant and low-cost financing for improvements at the wastewater treatment plant.
Election Day is right around the corner & voters will be deciding on important races around the Tri-County Region, Oneonta will have a new Mayor as Mark Drnek is not seeking re-election, Republican Luisa Montanti is running for Mayor:
(Luisa Montanti 10-30-25)
Democrat Dan Butterman is running for Mayor, he said that there are 3 main areas of concern to deal with in Oneonta:
(Dan Butterman 10-30-25)
WCDO urges eligible voters to go to the polls on Tuesday November 4th.
40 year old Joseph Brady of Binghamton was convicted in Broome County Court of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, he entered his plea of guilty Wednesday in Broome County Court in exchange for an 8 year sentence in State Prison, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision. Brady was arrested on June 9, by the Broome County Special Investigations Unit following an investigation, Sentencing is scheduled for January 29, 2026, in Broome County Court.
The Sidney American Legion announced that they will hold their annual Halloween Kids Party tomorrow at their facilities on Union Street, Spokesman Larry Halbert explains:
(Larry Halbert 10-31-25)
There will be snacks, a costume contest & they hope to make this an annual event.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 10-30-25
Governor Kathy Hochul today urged New Yorkers to prepare for a storm system forecast to bring widespread rain and gusty winds into Friday for parts of the Southern Tier, Western New York, Mid-Hudson, New York City and Long Island regions. Agency Preparations are underway for the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, the State DOT, DEC, the State Police and the utility companies, For real-time travel information, motorists should call 511 or visit 511ny.org, For safety tips, go to dhses.ny.gov/safety.
Broadway in Binghamton begins their New Season of shows at the Forum Theatre tonight & tomorrow night with "Tina-The Tina Turner Musical", Spokesperson Murphy Fauci explains:
(Murphy Fauci 6-17-25)
Tickets may still be available at broadwayinbinghamton.com or through Ticketmaster.
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office will participate with the Shop with a Sheriff event will take place on Saturday, December 6, in Norwich. Sheriff’s Deputies will take approximately 30 children from across Chenango County shopping for gifts for themselves and their families. Each child will be provided with $200 to spend, Children are selected for participation by officials from each school district in Chenango County. For more information, call 607-337-1705, or stop by 279 County Road 46 Norwich.
US Senators Schumer & Gillibrand called on the Trump administration today to allow the SNAP program money to be released to needy Americans, including 3 million New Yorkers, Gillibrand commented this morning about SNAP & the Affordable Care Act tax incentives being taken away:
(Gillibrand 10-30-25)
The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 temporarily expanded and enhanced the Premium Tax Credit, and the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 extended these enhancements through the end of 2025, Congress must act on that quickly in order for the Tax Credit to be available in 20-26.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $135 million was made available to help communities across the State affordably undertake critical water and sewer infrastructure improvement projects. Locally, the City of Oneonta will receive $5.3 million in federal grant and low-cost financing for improvements at the wastewater treatment plant.
Election Day is right around the corner & voters will be deciding on important races around the Tri-County Region, Oneonta will have a new Mayor as Mark Drnek is not seeking re-election, Republican Luisa Montanti is running for Mayor:
(Luisa Montanti 10-30-25)
Democrat Dan Butterman is running for Mayor, he said that there are 3 main areas of concern to deal with in Oneonta:
(Dan Butterman 10-30-25)
WCDO urges eligible voters to go to the polls on Tuesday November 4th.
40 year old Joseph Brady of Binghamton was convicted in Broome County Court of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, he entered his plea of guilty Wednesday in Broome County Court in exchange for an 8 year sentence in State Prison, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision. Brady was arrested on June 9, by the Broome County Special Investigations Unit following an investigation, Sentencing is scheduled for January 29, 2026, in Broome County Court.
The Sidney American Legion announced that they will hold their annual Halloween Kids Party tomorrow at their facilities on Union Street, Spokesman Larry Halbert explains:
(Larry Halbert 10-31-25)
There will be snacks, a costume contest & they hope to make this an annual event.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 10-30-25
Governor Kathy Hochul today urged New Yorkers to prepare for a storm system forecast to bring widespread rain and gusty winds into Friday for parts of the Southern Tier, Western New York, Mid-Hudson, New York City and Long Island regions. Agency Preparations are underway for the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, the State DOT, DEC, the State Police and the utility companies, For real-time travel information, motorists should call 511 or visit 511ny.org, For safety tips, go to dhses.ny.gov/safety.
Broadway in Binghamton begins their New Season of shows at the Forum Theatre tonight & tomorrow night with "Tina-The Tina Turner Musical", Spokesperson Murphy Fauci explains:
(Murphy Fauci 6-17-25)
Tickets may still be available at broadwayinbinghamton.com or through Ticketmaster.
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office will participate with the Shop with a Sheriff event will take place on Saturday, December 6, in Norwich. Sheriff’s Deputies will take approximately 30 children from across Chenango County shopping for gifts for themselves and their families. Each child will be provided with $200 to spend, Children are selected for participation by officials from each school district in Chenango County. For more information, call 607-337-1705, or stop by 279 County Road 46 Norwich.
WCDO News — Wednesday 10-8-25
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-8-25
The FBI arrested 59 year old Peter Bardunias of Clifton Park, for attempting to entice a minor to engage in prohibited sexual activity. The complaint alleges that over the past 2 weeks, Bardunias, who is a Senior Vice President with the Capital Region Chamber of Commerce, sent messages to an individual he believed to be a 15 year-old girl during which he discussed violent and sadistic sexual activity, however the individual was an undercover law enforcement official. Bardunias traveled to meet the would-be minor and was taken into custody. A federal search warrant executed at Bardunias’ residence found sex toys, restraints and a knife, he was ordered held in by a Federal Court judge Tuesday pending a detention hearing set for this Friday.
24 year old Deanna Eignor of Hobart pleaded guilty in Delaware County Court to Criminal Possession of a Firearm, back on January 12th, the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to the Buena Vista in Delhi for a suspicious person & drug complaint involving 2 vehicles. Eignor was observed getting out of a vehicle with a backpack that contained a firearm. Co-defendant Kenneth Dillmann, previously pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 3½ to 7 years in state prison, Eignor is expected to be sentenced to 1 year in jail for this conviction at a later date.
The Unadilla Fire Department was alerted to a possible structure fire in the town of Unadilla on State Route 7 near the State Police Barracks, around 12:00 AM earlier today, Unadilla Firefighters were able to make an aggressive push into the residence and contain the fire to the room of origin. Crews were back and in service by 4:45am, Unadilla was assisted by Sidney Fire Department & EMS, and the Wells Bridge, Franklin, Otego & Sidney Center Fire Departments.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand discussed the impact of rising health insurance premiums on New Yorkers across the state and to call on Republicans to extend the health insurance subsidies before the November 1st deadline,
(Gillibrand 10-8-25)
Without an extension, Affordable Care Act enhanced tax credits will expire at the end of 2025, causing 20 million Americans to see a sudden increase in their health insurance costs. This includes at least 1.6 million New Yorkers, who will face an average yearly increase of $1,360 in the amount they pay for their premiums,
The Raymond Corporation will celebrate its 11th annual Manufacturing Day tomorrow by welcoming students to the Greene facility. Ryan DeLaney, VP of Operations told WCDO news about the event:
(Ryan DeLaney 10-8-25)
The event will be held in person, with about 125 people signed up, there were virtual sessions that were well attended during the Pandemic, with the shift back to in person tours in the last couple of years.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-8-25
A Chenango County Grand Jury handed up felony indictments recently, Shane Lum was indicted for criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell and possession of cocaine, following a June 1st arrest in New Berlin. Also, Sherri Campbell was indicted for failing to register an address change, within the 10 days required by law for sex offenders, both will appear in Chenango County Court in the near future.
This Week is National Fire Prevention Week, and the Norwich Fire Department will have an Open House for the public today, with a wide variety of demonstrations, Norwich Fire Chief Jan Papelino explains:
(Chief Papelino 10-8-25)
Chief Papelino said that the week included visits by the Fire Department to area schools, today's Open House will run from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at their 31 East Main Street location.
The Susquehanna SPCA has purchased a 26-acre farm in Cooperstown, to accommodate abused & neglected farm animals that can't be cared for at their usual facility. The SPCA acquired the farm after raising $360,000, more information is available at sqspca.org.
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held today from 11:00 AM TO 4:00 PM at the Sidney High School. Appointments can be made at redcrossblood.org, by calling 1-800-red-cross or using the blood donor App.
The FBI arrested 59 year old Peter Bardunias of Clifton Park, for attempting to entice a minor to engage in prohibited sexual activity. The complaint alleges that over the past 2 weeks, Bardunias, who is a Senior Vice President with the Capital Region Chamber of Commerce, sent messages to an individual he believed to be a 15 year-old girl during which he discussed violent and sadistic sexual activity, however the individual was an undercover law enforcement official. Bardunias traveled to meet the would-be minor and was taken into custody. A federal search warrant executed at Bardunias’ residence found sex toys, restraints and a knife, he was ordered held in by a Federal Court judge Tuesday pending a detention hearing set for this Friday.
24 year old Deanna Eignor of Hobart pleaded guilty in Delaware County Court to Criminal Possession of a Firearm, back on January 12th, the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to the Buena Vista in Delhi for a suspicious person & drug complaint involving 2 vehicles. Eignor was observed getting out of a vehicle with a backpack that contained a firearm. Co-defendant Kenneth Dillmann, previously pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 3½ to 7 years in state prison, Eignor is expected to be sentenced to 1 year in jail for this conviction at a later date.
The Unadilla Fire Department was alerted to a possible structure fire in the town of Unadilla on State Route 7 near the State Police Barracks, around 12:00 AM earlier today, Unadilla Firefighters were able to make an aggressive push into the residence and contain the fire to the room of origin. Crews were back and in service by 4:45am, Unadilla was assisted by Sidney Fire Department & EMS, and the Wells Bridge, Franklin, Otego & Sidney Center Fire Departments.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand discussed the impact of rising health insurance premiums on New Yorkers across the state and to call on Republicans to extend the health insurance subsidies before the November 1st deadline,
(Gillibrand 10-8-25)
Without an extension, Affordable Care Act enhanced tax credits will expire at the end of 2025, causing 20 million Americans to see a sudden increase in their health insurance costs. This includes at least 1.6 million New Yorkers, who will face an average yearly increase of $1,360 in the amount they pay for their premiums,
The Raymond Corporation will celebrate its 11th annual Manufacturing Day tomorrow by welcoming students to the Greene facility. Ryan DeLaney, VP of Operations told WCDO news about the event:
(Ryan DeLaney 10-8-25)
The event will be held in person, with about 125 people signed up, there were virtual sessions that were well attended during the Pandemic, with the shift back to in person tours in the last couple of years.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-8-25
A Chenango County Grand Jury handed up felony indictments recently, Shane Lum was indicted for criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell and possession of cocaine, following a June 1st arrest in New Berlin. Also, Sherri Campbell was indicted for failing to register an address change, within the 10 days required by law for sex offenders, both will appear in Chenango County Court in the near future.
This Week is National Fire Prevention Week, and the Norwich Fire Department will have an Open House for the public today, with a wide variety of demonstrations, Norwich Fire Chief Jan Papelino explains:
(Chief Papelino 10-8-25)
Chief Papelino said that the week included visits by the Fire Department to area schools, today's Open House will run from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at their 31 East Main Street location.
The Susquehanna SPCA has purchased a 26-acre farm in Cooperstown, to accommodate abused & neglected farm animals that can't be cared for at their usual facility. The SPCA acquired the farm after raising $360,000, more information is available at sqspca.org.
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held today from 11:00 AM TO 4:00 PM at the Sidney High School. Appointments can be made at redcrossblood.org, by calling 1-800-red-cross or using the blood donor App.
AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVECAPITAL REGION CHAMBER OF COMMERCECLIFTON PARKCooperstownDEANNA EIGNORHOBARTNew BerlinNew YorkNORWICH FIRE CHIEF JAN PAPELINONYPETER BARDUNIASRAYMOND CORPORATIONRYAN DELANEYSHANE LUMSHERRI CAMPBELLSIDNEY HIGH SCHOOLSUSQUEHANNA SPCAU.S. SENATOR KIRSTEN GILLIBRANDUNADILLA FIRE DEPARTMENTWCDO
WCDO News — Wednesday 10-1-25
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-1-25
Today is Day 1 of the Federal Government shutdown, which could have dire circumstances for the typical New York Family, according to US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand:
(Gillibrand 10-1-25)
Gillibrand also said that the shutdown jeopardizes the Affordable Care Act, where subsidies are set to expire at the end of this year if no action is taken by Congress, it has been the U.S. health care system for 15 years, providing access to more affordable, health care through provisions like Marketplaces for individual insurance plans, expansion of Medicaid, and patient protections such as coverage of pre-existing conditions.
Commerce Chenango recently announced that they will honor the Raymond Corporation this month as the Manufacturer of the year, Raymond Vice President of marketing, Brian Howard, comments:
(Brian Howard 10-1-25)
The Manufacturing Appreciation Luncheon will be held on October 9th from 11:30am-1:30pm at The Northeast Classic Car Museum in Norwich.
The Sidney Memorial Library is participating along with other libraries around the state for the "Great Give Back," Sidney Library Director Patrick McGowan explains:
(Patrick McGowan 10-1-25)
McGowan said that the idea for the Great give back started on Long Island and spread through the rest of the state, more information is available at sidneylibrary.org, more information about pets up for adoption can be obtained by calling the Humane Society at (607) 563-7780.
The Chenango County Historical Society has been selected to receive a Preservation Survey through the Documentary Heritage and Preservation Services for New York, The 20 page Preservation Survey will be followed up by a visit from an expert, according to Historical Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin:
(Jessica Moquin 10-1-25)
Moquin said that they will receive the assessment Next Spring to help set future preservation goals for more information, visit ChenangoHistorical.org.
A.O. Fox Hospital is hosting a blood drive with the American Red Cross today, from 12:00 Noon to 5:00 PM, at the the Levine Conference Room at 1 Norton Avenue in Oneonta, Appointments are available by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS, visiting www.redcrossblood.org, or using the American Red Cross Blood Donor App.
Today is Day 1 of the Federal Government shutdown, which could have dire circumstances for the typical New York Family, according to US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand:
(Gillibrand 10-1-25)
Gillibrand also said that the shutdown jeopardizes the Affordable Care Act, where subsidies are set to expire at the end of this year if no action is taken by Congress, it has been the U.S. health care system for 15 years, providing access to more affordable, health care through provisions like Marketplaces for individual insurance plans, expansion of Medicaid, and patient protections such as coverage of pre-existing conditions.
Commerce Chenango recently announced that they will honor the Raymond Corporation this month as the Manufacturer of the year, Raymond Vice President of marketing, Brian Howard, comments:
(Brian Howard 10-1-25)
The Manufacturing Appreciation Luncheon will be held on October 9th from 11:30am-1:30pm at The Northeast Classic Car Museum in Norwich.
The Sidney Memorial Library is participating along with other libraries around the state for the "Great Give Back," Sidney Library Director Patrick McGowan explains:
(Patrick McGowan 10-1-25)
McGowan said that the idea for the Great give back started on Long Island and spread through the rest of the state, more information is available at sidneylibrary.org, more information about pets up for adoption can be obtained by calling the Humane Society at (607) 563-7780.
The Chenango County Historical Society has been selected to receive a Preservation Survey through the Documentary Heritage and Preservation Services for New York, The 20 page Preservation Survey will be followed up by a visit from an expert, according to Historical Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin:
(Jessica Moquin 10-1-25)
Moquin said that they will receive the assessment Next Spring to help set future preservation goals for more information, visit ChenangoHistorical.org.
A.O. Fox Hospital is hosting a blood drive with the American Red Cross today, from 12:00 Noon to 5:00 PM, at the the Levine Conference Room at 1 Norton Avenue in Oneonta, Appointments are available by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS, visiting www.redcrossblood.org, or using the American Red Cross Blood Donor App.
WCDO News — Thursday 9-18-25
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 9-18-25
Norwich Police arrested 48 year old Lance Madsen of Norwich, Wednesday after he failed to comply with a traffic stop on Cortland Street. A brief pursuit ensued when Madsen refused to stop his vehicle, the incident concluded safely on County Road 36 in the Town of Norwich after officers were able to box in the vehicle, bringing the pursuit to an end. Madsen is accused of possessing narcotics and a weapon, and he was an active State Parolee. Madsen was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, (Methamphetamine), Criminal Possession of a Narcotic Drug with Intent to Sell, Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia, Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle, Resisting Arrest, Possession of a Controlled Substance in a Non-Original Container & Criminal Mischief, he was arraigned & was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility pending further court proceedings.
State Police arrested 47 year old Kelly Crandall of Oxford for Grand Larceny, after an investigation determined that while working at Mirabito on State Route 12 in the town of Norwich, Crandall stole over $2,000 from store deposits and an ATM machine. Crandall was arrested at her residence and was processed & she was released on an appearance ticket to the Norwich Town Court on October 16th.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced approximately $391 million in proposed awards under the ConnectALL Deployment Program to 11 internet service providers who have committed a total of more than $245 million in matching funds to address nearly 54,000 locations in the state with insufficient internet access. If approved by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, the awards will achieve universal broadband connectivity Statewide, locally, over $121 million dollars would go to CBN Geneva, LLC, who serve 7 counties including Chenango, Delaware & Otsego Counties, over $13 million dollars to Citizens Telecommunications, who would serve 1,014 locations in Chenango County with fiber optic technology. More information is available at governor.ny.gov.
Binghamton Police Department was notified by Citizen’s Bank Officials that an elderly female customer, had just withdrawn $30,000 cash, Binghamton Police responded to the member’s residence to conduct a wellness check. Investigators determined that the customer was going to be a victim of an elder scam, involving financial exploitation, under fraudulent circumstances. A sting operation was coordinated, a male suspect approached the victim’s residence, believing that the $30,000 cash was going to be provided to him. The suspect was confronted by Police, he fled and was taken into police custody. A 2nd suspect, in a vehicle nearby, was also taken into custody. Police arrested 51 year old Tao Zeng & 36 year old Zhilei Wu, both of Flushing, for Grand Larceny, Conspiracy, they face court action on the charges shortly.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand introduced the No Stock Act, which takes a previous law a bit further in ban government officials---including members of Congress, Supreme Court justices, other high-ranking government officials, from holding or trading stocks:
(Gillibrand 9-18-25)
Gillibrand said that to many of her colleagues are more concerned about their portfolio that serving their constituents, over 3,700 of those trades posed potential conflicts of interest with their legislative responsibilities.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 9-18-25
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 38 year old Victor Martinez of Allentown Pennsylvania & 44 year old Osnely Arago of Miami Florida following an investigation into the theft of approximately $70,000 worth of diesel fuel stolen from local businesses, they reviewed security footage from several affected locations, which provided key vehicle descriptions, Monday, Deputies observed a vehicle matching the description of the suspected vehicle at a local gas station, the suspects were engaged in stealing diesel fuel. A search warrant was executed & they recovered 85 stolen credit cards, Card skimming devices, Electronic equipment used to steal Debit and Credit Card information & custom storage tanks able to hold over 1000 gallons of fuel, both were charged with 87 counts of Grand Larceny, Unlawful Possession of a Skimmer Device, Martinez and Arago were both arraigned and were released on their own recognizance, The investigation is ongoing, and the Chenango County Sheriff's Office is working with multiple agencies across the state.
The Broome County Sheriff’s Corrections Investigation Unit successfully recovered multiple weapons and contraband within the Correctional Facility, leading to 14 felony charges for 48 year old Robert Swartz of Binghamton, who was being held on a burglary charge. Investigators entered one of the male housing units and conducted a search, Swartz was charged with 8 Counts of Promoting Prison Contraband, 5 Counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, 2 Counts of Tampering with Physical Evidence, plus Criminal Mischief & Obstruction of Governmental Administration, Swartz was processed and arraigned & faces court action at a later date.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held in Oneonta today from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, at the Foothills Performing Arts & Civic Center, 24 Market Street, Appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or with the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
Commerce Chenango will host their annual Membership Appreciation Party today at the RTG Ranch on County Route 32 in Norwich. The event runs from 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM, more information is available at commercechenango.com
Norwich Police arrested 48 year old Lance Madsen of Norwich, Wednesday after he failed to comply with a traffic stop on Cortland Street. A brief pursuit ensued when Madsen refused to stop his vehicle, the incident concluded safely on County Road 36 in the Town of Norwich after officers were able to box in the vehicle, bringing the pursuit to an end. Madsen is accused of possessing narcotics and a weapon, and he was an active State Parolee. Madsen was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, (Methamphetamine), Criminal Possession of a Narcotic Drug with Intent to Sell, Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia, Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle, Resisting Arrest, Possession of a Controlled Substance in a Non-Original Container & Criminal Mischief, he was arraigned & was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility pending further court proceedings.
State Police arrested 47 year old Kelly Crandall of Oxford for Grand Larceny, after an investigation determined that while working at Mirabito on State Route 12 in the town of Norwich, Crandall stole over $2,000 from store deposits and an ATM machine. Crandall was arrested at her residence and was processed & she was released on an appearance ticket to the Norwich Town Court on October 16th.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced approximately $391 million in proposed awards under the ConnectALL Deployment Program to 11 internet service providers who have committed a total of more than $245 million in matching funds to address nearly 54,000 locations in the state with insufficient internet access. If approved by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, the awards will achieve universal broadband connectivity Statewide, locally, over $121 million dollars would go to CBN Geneva, LLC, who serve 7 counties including Chenango, Delaware & Otsego Counties, over $13 million dollars to Citizens Telecommunications, who would serve 1,014 locations in Chenango County with fiber optic technology. More information is available at governor.ny.gov.
Binghamton Police Department was notified by Citizen’s Bank Officials that an elderly female customer, had just withdrawn $30,000 cash, Binghamton Police responded to the member’s residence to conduct a wellness check. Investigators determined that the customer was going to be a victim of an elder scam, involving financial exploitation, under fraudulent circumstances. A sting operation was coordinated, a male suspect approached the victim’s residence, believing that the $30,000 cash was going to be provided to him. The suspect was confronted by Police, he fled and was taken into police custody. A 2nd suspect, in a vehicle nearby, was also taken into custody. Police arrested 51 year old Tao Zeng & 36 year old Zhilei Wu, both of Flushing, for Grand Larceny, Conspiracy, they face court action on the charges shortly.
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand introduced the No Stock Act, which takes a previous law a bit further in ban government officials---including members of Congress, Supreme Court justices, other high-ranking government officials, from holding or trading stocks:
(Gillibrand 9-18-25)
Gillibrand said that to many of her colleagues are more concerned about their portfolio that serving their constituents, over 3,700 of those trades posed potential conflicts of interest with their legislative responsibilities.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 9-18-25
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 38 year old Victor Martinez of Allentown Pennsylvania & 44 year old Osnely Arago of Miami Florida following an investigation into the theft of approximately $70,000 worth of diesel fuel stolen from local businesses, they reviewed security footage from several affected locations, which provided key vehicle descriptions, Monday, Deputies observed a vehicle matching the description of the suspected vehicle at a local gas station, the suspects were engaged in stealing diesel fuel. A search warrant was executed & they recovered 85 stolen credit cards, Card skimming devices, Electronic equipment used to steal Debit and Credit Card information & custom storage tanks able to hold over 1000 gallons of fuel, both were charged with 87 counts of Grand Larceny, Unlawful Possession of a Skimmer Device, Martinez and Arago were both arraigned and were released on their own recognizance, The investigation is ongoing, and the Chenango County Sheriff's Office is working with multiple agencies across the state.
The Broome County Sheriff’s Corrections Investigation Unit successfully recovered multiple weapons and contraband within the Correctional Facility, leading to 14 felony charges for 48 year old Robert Swartz of Binghamton, who was being held on a burglary charge. Investigators entered one of the male housing units and conducted a search, Swartz was charged with 8 Counts of Promoting Prison Contraband, 5 Counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, 2 Counts of Tampering with Physical Evidence, plus Criminal Mischief & Obstruction of Governmental Administration, Swartz was processed and arraigned & faces court action at a later date.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held in Oneonta today from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, at the Foothills Performing Arts & Civic Center, 24 Market Street, Appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or with the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
Commerce Chenango will host their annual Membership Appreciation Party today at the RTG Ranch on County Route 32 in Norwich. The event runs from 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM, more information is available at commercechenango.com
WCDO News — Wednesday 9-10-25
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-10-25
State Police issued 9,912 tickets statewide during the Labor Day weekend enforcement campaign. Troopers arrested 225 people for DWI, over 3500 for speeding, 311 for distracted driving 211 violated the Move Over Law, in Troop C, there were 17 DWI arrests, 346 for speeding& 27 for the Move Over Law, out of a total of 845 tickets issued.
Thursday is the 24th Anniversary of the 9/11 Terrorist attacks in New York City, Washington and Pennsylvania, US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is calling for full funding for the health Issues of the 1st Responders to that disaster, instead of cuts or limited funding:
(Gillibrand 9-10-25)
Gillibrand said that in the past 14 years, the federal budget would include 1 or 2 billion dollars for that fund for 9/11 1st responders, but that amount has never been enough to cover the costs.
The SUNY Oneonta Alumni Association invites the public to attend the 9/11 Memorial Ceremony, tomorrow at 9:00 AM at the 9/11 Memorial in the quad outside of Fitzelle Hall at SUNY Oneonta. The ceremony will feature an Honor Guard, a presentation of flowers and a wreath, and music.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-10-25
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of the fall foliage travel season throughout New York State & the ‘I LOVE NY’ Fall Foliage Reports will be available starting today on every Wednesday. Reports are available online at iloveny.com/foliage or toll-free at 800-CALL-NYS.
State Police and State Park Police are conducting a joint search operation in Buttermilk Falls State Park for an individual experiencing a mental health crisis. Authorities want to assure the public that there is no danger to the community. The search efforts are being assisted by New York State Forest Rangers, Tompkins County Sheriff’s Department, Volunteer search groups, K9 units, and drones. The State Police asks for the public’s cooperation as they work to locate and assist the individual in need.
Delaware County Public Health will have a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For dogs, cats, and ferrets Today, from 5:00PM-7:00PM, at Stamford Fire Hall, 111 Main Street, If you need assistance pre-registering or have questions about the clinic, please call Delaware County Public Health at (607) 832-5200.
State Police issued 9,912 tickets statewide during the Labor Day weekend enforcement campaign. Troopers arrested 225 people for DWI, over 3500 for speeding, 311 for distracted driving 211 violated the Move Over Law, in Troop C, there were 17 DWI arrests, 346 for speeding& 27 for the Move Over Law, out of a total of 845 tickets issued.
Thursday is the 24th Anniversary of the 9/11 Terrorist attacks in New York City, Washington and Pennsylvania, US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is calling for full funding for the health Issues of the 1st Responders to that disaster, instead of cuts or limited funding:
(Gillibrand 9-10-25)
Gillibrand said that in the past 14 years, the federal budget would include 1 or 2 billion dollars for that fund for 9/11 1st responders, but that amount has never been enough to cover the costs.
The SUNY Oneonta Alumni Association invites the public to attend the 9/11 Memorial Ceremony, tomorrow at 9:00 AM at the 9/11 Memorial in the quad outside of Fitzelle Hall at SUNY Oneonta. The ceremony will feature an Honor Guard, a presentation of flowers and a wreath, and music.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-10-25
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of the fall foliage travel season throughout New York State & the ‘I LOVE NY’ Fall Foliage Reports will be available starting today on every Wednesday. Reports are available online at iloveny.com/foliage or toll-free at 800-CALL-NYS.
State Police and State Park Police are conducting a joint search operation in Buttermilk Falls State Park for an individual experiencing a mental health crisis. Authorities want to assure the public that there is no danger to the community. The search efforts are being assisted by New York State Forest Rangers, Tompkins County Sheriff’s Department, Volunteer search groups, K9 units, and drones. The State Police asks for the public’s cooperation as they work to locate and assist the individual in need.
Delaware County Public Health will have a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For dogs, cats, and ferrets Today, from 5:00PM-7:00PM, at Stamford Fire Hall, 111 Main Street, If you need assistance pre-registering or have questions about the clinic, please call Delaware County Public Health at (607) 832-5200.
WCDO News — Thursday 9-4-25
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 9-4-25
State Police BCI, the FBI and the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, arrested 3 men following separate investigations targeting individuals using social media to entice minors to engage in sexual acts. State Police arrested 70 year old Ronald Wenzinger of Binghamton, for 2nd degree Attempted Rape Wenzinger was a Reverend at the United Methodist Church in Harpursville, he was turned over to the Broome County Jail for arraignment. State Police arrested 39 year old John Tedmark of Binghamton and 38 year old Juan Bolanoszul of Endicott, each for 2nd degree Attempted Rape, they were turned over to the Broome County Jail for arraignment. Anyone with information about crimes against children is encouraged to contact the State Police or their local law enforcement agency.
58 year old Paul Geer of Hancock, was sentenced to 27 years and 3 months in federal prison for 2 counts of coercing and enticing 2 children to travel across state lines to engage in unlawful sexual activity and 2 counts of transporting the children across state lines with the intent to engage in criminal sexual activity. Geer was found guilty in March following a 2-week trial, he was a teacher at the Family Foundation School in Hancock from 1994 through 2001 & he imposed extreme disciplinary sanctions on students & that Geer used his position of authority to coerce 2 students to travel with him to Maine and Toronto, Canada, with the intent to engage in unlawful sexual activity. A 3-year term of supervised release will follow Geer’s release from prison, he will be required to register as a sex offender.
With health insurance subsidies set to expire, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is urging her fellow members of Congress to include an extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act premium tax credits in any upcoming funding package, to help bring down the cost of premiums for low- and middle-income individuals and families in New York and across the country afford health care:
(Gillibrand 9-4-25)
Senator Gillibrand said that without an extension, ACA enhanced tax credits will expire at the end of 2025, causing nearly 20 million Americans, including 1.6 million New Yorkers, to see a sudden increase in their health insurance costs of $1,360 on average.
The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a search warrant at 117 Walnut St in Binghamton Tuesday, they seized cocaine, heroin, A digital scale, A loaded handgun which was stolen in Georgia, they arrested Joel Ramos, Luis Masso-Deleon and Tyeheem Crawley, all of Binghamton on drug & weapons charges, they were being processed by the Binghamton Police Department.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 9-4-25
Governor Kathy Hochul announced the start of the fall foliage travel season throughout New York State & the ‘I LOVE NY’ Fall Foliage Reports will be available online Every Wednesday Beginning September 10. For more than 40 years, I LOVE NY has issued weekly fall foliage reports and, this year, Reports are available online at iloveny.com/foliage or toll-free at 800-CALL-NYS.
Governor Hochul announced that $200 million in funding is available through the State’s downtown revitalization and economic development programs; $100 million each for Round 9 of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative and Round 4 of the NY Forward program. So Far, the 2 programs have awarded $1.2 billion in funding to 151 communities across every region of the state. The deadline to apply is November 7th, The similarities and differences between the DRI and NY Forward programs are described at ny.gov/programs.
State Police BCI, the FBI and the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, arrested 3 men following separate investigations targeting individuals using social media to entice minors to engage in sexual acts. State Police arrested 70 year old Ronald Wenzinger of Binghamton, for 2nd degree Attempted Rape Wenzinger was a Reverend at the United Methodist Church in Harpursville, he was turned over to the Broome County Jail for arraignment. State Police arrested 39 year old John Tedmark of Binghamton and 38 year old Juan Bolanoszul of Endicott, each for 2nd degree Attempted Rape, they were turned over to the Broome County Jail for arraignment. Anyone with information about crimes against children is encouraged to contact the State Police or their local law enforcement agency.
58 year old Paul Geer of Hancock, was sentenced to 27 years and 3 months in federal prison for 2 counts of coercing and enticing 2 children to travel across state lines to engage in unlawful sexual activity and 2 counts of transporting the children across state lines with the intent to engage in criminal sexual activity. Geer was found guilty in March following a 2-week trial, he was a teacher at the Family Foundation School in Hancock from 1994 through 2001 & he imposed extreme disciplinary sanctions on students & that Geer used his position of authority to coerce 2 students to travel with him to Maine and Toronto, Canada, with the intent to engage in unlawful sexual activity. A 3-year term of supervised release will follow Geer’s release from prison, he will be required to register as a sex offender.
With health insurance subsidies set to expire, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is urging her fellow members of Congress to include an extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act premium tax credits in any upcoming funding package, to help bring down the cost of premiums for low- and middle-income individuals and families in New York and across the country afford health care:
(Gillibrand 9-4-25)
Senator Gillibrand said that without an extension, ACA enhanced tax credits will expire at the end of 2025, causing nearly 20 million Americans, including 1.6 million New Yorkers, to see a sudden increase in their health insurance costs of $1,360 on average.
The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a search warrant at 117 Walnut St in Binghamton Tuesday, they seized cocaine, heroin, A digital scale, A loaded handgun which was stolen in Georgia, they arrested Joel Ramos, Luis Masso-Deleon and Tyeheem Crawley, all of Binghamton on drug & weapons charges, they were being processed by the Binghamton Police Department.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 9-4-25
Governor Kathy Hochul announced the start of the fall foliage travel season throughout New York State & the ‘I LOVE NY’ Fall Foliage Reports will be available online Every Wednesday Beginning September 10. For more than 40 years, I LOVE NY has issued weekly fall foliage reports and, this year, Reports are available online at iloveny.com/foliage or toll-free at 800-CALL-NYS.
Governor Hochul announced that $200 million in funding is available through the State’s downtown revitalization and economic development programs; $100 million each for Round 9 of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative and Round 4 of the NY Forward program. So Far, the 2 programs have awarded $1.2 billion in funding to 151 communities across every region of the state. The deadline to apply is November 7th, The similarities and differences between the DRI and NY Forward programs are described at ny.gov/programs.
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