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P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 11-17-22

The Sidney Chamber Of Commerce announced that the annual Jolly Holly Days parade is returning this year, Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:

(Teri Schunk 11-17-22)

More information is available at the Sidney Chamber of Commerce Facebook Page.

The Sidney Veterans Memorial Park had 2 brass eagle statues stolen from the park on River Street in Sidney, Park President Doug Barnard explains:

(Doug Barnard 11-17-22)

Barnard said the incident proves the need for an upgraded security system at the park, to try to prevent future theft or vandalism.

The Tri-County Seniors is partnering with Delaware Opportunities to collect gift items for senior citizens in need this holiday season. The collections began this week & will run through Monday, November 28, with collection boxes at the Tri-County Senior Center in the Sidney Civic Center, Conklin Fashions in Bainbridge, Sidney Memorial Public Library and Trackside Dining in Sidney, and Jess F. Howes Building Supplies in Sidney Center. Suggested items to donate include calendars, stamps, scarves, gloves, books, crosswords, socks, toiletries, flashlights, small blankets, and gift cards, the items will be distributed to seniors through the Delaware Opportunities home meal delivery program.

The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive today in Delhi from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM, at the State University Farrell Student & Community Center, at 2 Main Street. Appointments can be scheduled by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS

Catholic Charities in Sidney announced that their free Backpack with School Supplies giveaway for Sidney Central School District Students, spokesperson Penny McKnight explains:

(Penny McKnight 8-11-22)

Preregistration ends tomorrow by calling the Sidney Office of Catholic Charities at 607-604-4071, or by stopping by their office in the Sidney Civic Center.

Catholic Charities is offering free School Supplies & & Backpacks for children enrolled in the Sidney Central School District. Spokesperson penny McKnight explains:

(Penny McKnight 7-21-22)

Eligible families can Preregister at the Sidney Office of Catholic Charities in the Sidney Civic Center on Liberty Street, through August 12th, more information is available at 607-604-4071.

An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held in Sidney today, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the American Legion Post at 22 Union Street, another Blood Drive will be held in Oneonta from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts & Civic Center, 24 Market Street. To book a time to give, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

The Sidney Memorial Public Library announced that they will be permanently closing the Sidney Center Branch Library shortly, Sidney Library Director Beth Paine explains:

(Beth Paine 7-11-22)

The final date for the Sidney Center Library will be August 31st, materials will be moved to the Masonville branch.

Catholic Charities in Sidney is offering their free backpack & school supplies giveaway this year, Spokesperson Penny McKnight explains:

(Penny McKnight 7-11-22)

Registration starts today through August 12th by stopping at the Catholic Charities Sidney Office at the Civic Center or by calling 607-604-4071.

Catholic Charities in Sidney announced that their free Backpack with School Supplies giveaway will be available again this year, spokesperson Penny McKnight explains:

(Penny McKnight 6-30-22)

Preregistration begins July 11th by calling the Sidney Office of Catholic Charities at 607-604-4071, or by stopping by their office in the Sidney Civic Center.

This Sunday, The Sidney Rotary Club & The Cullman Child Development Center present the 1st of 4 events for Children through the Summer Months. Rotary Spokesman Larry Halbert told WCDO News about some of the interactive exhibits for children at Sunday's event, spokesman Larry Halbert explains:

(Larry Halbert 6-3-22)

The "You Can Do It" event swill be held this Sunday from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at Sidney American Legion on Union Street.

Binghamton's annual Spiedie Fest and Balloon Rally will return to August this year in Otsiningo Park. The 2022 Spiedie Fest and Balloon Rally will begin on Friday, August 5, continuing through the weekend. The festival's concerts will feature new performers this year, including Brian Kelley of Florida Georgia Line, Lou Gramm, formerly of Foreigner and Gary Levox of Rascal Flats. Tickets 7 More information is available at spiediefest.com.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-3-22

State Police updated information on Wednesday's head-on collision involving an SUV and a Trailways bus on State Highway 23 in the town of Davenport. The only occupant of the SUV, was 65-year-old Diane Bevins of Stamford, she was pronounced deceased on the scene. The driver of the bus, 44-year-old Joanna Reedman of Astoria, and a passenger, 59-year-old Aris Vavasis of Hartwick were transported to Bassett Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries, 3 other passengers were not injured, the investigation is on-going.

Delaware County Public Health will be conducting a Car Seat Event today at the Sidney Head Start at the Civic Center. Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be on hand from 12:00 to 2:00 PM to check car seats and give instruction to parents and caregivers on proper car seat installation and use. For more details about this event call Delaware County Public Health at 607-832-5200.

Village of Sidney announced that there will be Water shut offs this afternoon due an emergency repair from 1:00pm - 3:00pm. Water will be shut off From Pleasant Street to Main Street on Bridge Street, From Clinton Street to Main Street on River Street, & on Main Street from Cartwright Ave to Bridge Street.

Sidney Police Department arrested a Springfield Center woman for several charges during a traffic stop, after an officer observed a vehicle with an expired inspection sticker. The officer attempted a traffic stop, before the officer could exit the vehicle, the suspect took off. The officer pursued the vehicle onto I-88, the suspect stopped, put the vehicle in reverse and backed into the officer's vehicle, & left again. A 2nd officer joined the pursuit, & eventually, police arrested 19 year old Isabella Lepetich, who was charged with Driving while ability impaired by drugs, Operating without inspection, Illegal signal from parked position & Failure to obey a police officer. Lepetich was arraigned in Village of Sidney Court & was released & was ordered to appear in court at a later date. The investigation is still on going and more charges are expected to be filed.

The Resilient Sidney Open House drew about 35 to 40 village residents to the Civic Center yesterday for a look at prospective projects for Areas of Keith Clark Park & where Housing was taken down from flood damage. Sidney Village Mayor Andy Matviak told WCDO News what is next:

(Andy Matviak 5-27-22)

More information is available at the possible projects at resilient-sidney.com.

Today & tomorrow, Sidney Central School District Alumni will join retiring band director Gregg Norris on stage for 2 evenings of music. Both concerts begin at 7:00 pm in the Sidney High School Auditorium and are free and open to the public. Tonight's concert will highlight the regionally known jazz program, Saturday evening will feature the Concert Band program. Sidney Alumni from as far back as 1973 are scheduled to participate.

The Annual Dedication will be held tomorrow morning for the Sidney Veteran's Memorial Park, will be held at the Sidney Elks Lodge at 11:00 AM, it was moved due to expected inclement weather. Organizer Tom Ruff is also organizing a Golf Fundraiser on June 11th at the Sidney Golf Club, to help fund future improvements and upgrades to the Memorial Park, more details are available by calling Ruff at 518-256-7899.

The Village of Sidney is hosting a Resilient Sidney Open House at the Civic Center from 4:00 to 7:00 PM today, regarding future plans to deal with land near the Susquehanna River and areas damaged by the Floods of 2006 & 2011, Village Mayor Andy Matviak explains:

(Andy Matviak 5-26-22)

Village Grants Administrator John Redente encouraged people to attend the Open House to see what can be done to those areas, based on public input:

(John Redente 5-26-22)

Details on various proposed projects can be found at resilient-Sidney.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-25-22

The Village of Sidney will have their Resilient Sidney Open House Thursday, to discuss their options, according to Sidney Village Grants Administrator John Redente:

(John Redente 5-25-22)

The meeting will be Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the Sidney Civic Center on Liberty street, more information is also available by email to resilientsidney@gmail.com or by calling 607-561-2324.

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-18-22

State Police at Troop C In Sidney held their annual Memorial day Ceremony today, remembering those who lost their lives in the line of duty, as well as retired troopers who passed away in the last year, Troop C Major Jeffrey VanAuken comments:

(Major VanAuken 5-18-22)

Members of law Enforcement from other branches were also in attendance in Sidney today, guests were treated to their annual Chicken barbecue following the ceremony.

The Village of Sidney Police Department held an open house this afternoon, Sidney Police Chief Eric Oliver explains:

(Chief Oliver 5-17-22)

Chief Oliver said that visitors toured the Police Station & the Village Court at the Getman Building next to the Civic Center on Liberty Street in Sidney earlier today.

School budgets overwhelmingly passed Tuesday throughout the region & the state. Locally, the Voters in the Sidney Central School District approved the budget by a vote of 157-32, Corbin Curley and Kerri Green were elected to the school Board, At Bainbridge Guilford, the budget passed 220 to 76, Bus purchases passed in Afton, Andes, Bainbridge Guilford, Charlotte Valley, Cooperstown, Deposit, Franklin, Hancock, Laurens, Oneonta, Schenevus, South Kortright & Unadilla Valley. Capital Reserve Fund Propositions passed in Charlotte Valley, Downsville, Franklin, Greene, Hancock, Norwich, Oxford, Sidney, Unadilla Valley & Worcester.