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WCDO News — Friday 10-25-24
WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 10-25-24
Bassett Healthcare Network announced the elimination of around 100 positions, the majority were administrative. Patient care would not be affected by the layoffs, which represent 2% of their total workforce.
On Saturday, from 10 am. to 2 pm. the Norwich City Police Department will participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day event. The DEA and Norwich Police will collect tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs, they can NOT accept syringes, sharps, and illicit drugs. Liquid products, such as cough syrup, should remain sealed in their original container. The Norwich collection will be at the rear of the City of Norwich Police Department at 18 East Main Street, Norwich. For more information and to find other collection sites, visit www.DEATakeBack.com.
The Sidney American Legion announced that they will hold a fundraiser to help the victims of recent flooding in North Carolina. The event will be this Saturday from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Legion on Union Street, there will be dinner & music.
The Otsego County Board of Elections announced that Early Voting for the November 5 General Election will begins tomorrow through November 3 at the Foothills Performing Arts Center, on Market Street in Oneonta & at The Meadows Office Complex, at 140 County Highway 33W in Cooperstown. Polls will be open from 9 am. to 5 pm. on Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Polls will be open from 12 to 8 pm. on Tuesday and Thursday. More information is available at the Otsego County Board of Elections at (607) 547-4247.
On Saturday "AK" McEwan Lomnicki has organized a Halloween Dog Costume Contest in Downtown Sidney, she told WCDO News about her event:
(AK 10-24-24)
A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Delaware Valley Humane Society, more information about animals up for adoption can be obtained by calling (607) 563-7780.
The New York State Veterans home is Oxford is hosting "Trunk Or Treat" Saturday where area children in costumes & their families can celebrate Halloween activities with the resident of the Vet's Home, Spokesman John Wiktor explains:
(John Wiktor 10-25-24)
More information is available at 607-843-3115.
The Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre will host "On The Trail" Saturday Night with Bluegrass Music starting at 7:00 PM. Tickets can be reserved at 607-288-3882, Also, the popular annual Photography showcase is featured in the gallery, according to spokesman Phil wade:
Phil Wade 10-25-24)
Both events are being held at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater, sponsored by the Jericho Arts Council.
The Norwitch Festival will be held in West Park in downtown Norwich tomorrow, with a variety of scheduled activities according to organizer Mindy Chawgo:
(Mindy Chawgo 10-25-24)
The event runs from 9:00 AM to 2:00 pm Saturday.
2 More American Red Cross Blood Drives are being held today, 1 from 1:30 pm. - 5:30 pm., at the New Lisbon Town Hall, another in Oneonta from 12:30 pm. - 6 pm., at the Elm Park Methodist Church, to schedule an appointment, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.
Chenango County Public Health will hold a vaccine clinic for RSV, COVID 19 & the flu at the public health facility in at 5 Court Street Norwich Today, the clinic will be held from 1:30 to 3:30 PM for those who register at 607-337-1660.
Bassett Healthcare Network announced the elimination of around 100 positions, the majority were administrative. Patient care would not be affected by the layoffs, which represent 2% of their total workforce.
On Saturday, from 10 am. to 2 pm. the Norwich City Police Department will participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day event. The DEA and Norwich Police will collect tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs, they can NOT accept syringes, sharps, and illicit drugs. Liquid products, such as cough syrup, should remain sealed in their original container. The Norwich collection will be at the rear of the City of Norwich Police Department at 18 East Main Street, Norwich. For more information and to find other collection sites, visit www.DEATakeBack.com.
The Sidney American Legion announced that they will hold a fundraiser to help the victims of recent flooding in North Carolina. The event will be this Saturday from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Legion on Union Street, there will be dinner & music.
The Otsego County Board of Elections announced that Early Voting for the November 5 General Election will begins tomorrow through November 3 at the Foothills Performing Arts Center, on Market Street in Oneonta & at The Meadows Office Complex, at 140 County Highway 33W in Cooperstown. Polls will be open from 9 am. to 5 pm. on Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Polls will be open from 12 to 8 pm. on Tuesday and Thursday. More information is available at the Otsego County Board of Elections at (607) 547-4247.
On Saturday "AK" McEwan Lomnicki has organized a Halloween Dog Costume Contest in Downtown Sidney, she told WCDO News about her event:
(AK 10-24-24)
A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Delaware Valley Humane Society, more information about animals up for adoption can be obtained by calling (607) 563-7780.
The New York State Veterans home is Oxford is hosting "Trunk Or Treat" Saturday where area children in costumes & their families can celebrate Halloween activities with the resident of the Vet's Home, Spokesman John Wiktor explains:
(John Wiktor 10-25-24)
More information is available at 607-843-3115.
The Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre will host "On The Trail" Saturday Night with Bluegrass Music starting at 7:00 PM. Tickets can be reserved at 607-288-3882, Also, the popular annual Photography showcase is featured in the gallery, according to spokesman Phil wade:
Phil Wade 10-25-24)
Both events are being held at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater, sponsored by the Jericho Arts Council.
The Norwitch Festival will be held in West Park in downtown Norwich tomorrow, with a variety of scheduled activities according to organizer Mindy Chawgo:
(Mindy Chawgo 10-25-24)
The event runs from 9:00 AM to 2:00 pm Saturday.
2 More American Red Cross Blood Drives are being held today, 1 from 1:30 pm. - 5:30 pm., at the New Lisbon Town Hall, another in Oneonta from 12:30 pm. - 6 pm., at the Elm Park Methodist Church, to schedule an appointment, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.
Chenango County Public Health will hold a vaccine clinic for RSV, COVID 19 & the flu at the public health facility in at 5 Court Street Norwich Today, the clinic will be held from 1:30 to 3:30 PM for those who register at 607-337-1660.
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WCDO News — Thursday 10-17-24
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-16-24
Springbrook will receive $5 million from Tom Golisano as part of a $360 million donation to over 80 nonprofit organizations. In 2010, Golisano provided funds to establish the Golisano School, which expanded services for children with autism. In 2012, the organization completed the $22.5 million Coming Home Campaign, opening the Tom Golisano Center for Autism, a state-of-the-art facility offering specialized care and support for people with autism.
23 year old Nalya Jimenez of Sidney pleaded guilty in Delaware County Court Tuesday to 1 count of Welfare Fraud, she was sentenced to a one-year conditional discharge. Jimenez admitted to providing false information while applying for SNAP, she failed to report recurring income from several sources - including a full-time position that would have rendered her ineligible to receive the benefits. Jimenez improperly received $5,679 in public benefits, she has agreed to pay the entirety of $5,679 in 30 days of sentence. If she fails to pay, she could face a year in jail.
The Bainbridge Girl Scouts Service Unit 364 will hold a Halloween event this weekend at General Clinton Park, Spokesperson Jessica Chambers explains:
(Jessica Chambers 10-16-24)
Donations will be accepted Friday & Saturday, more information is available at 267-2378.
The Delaware County Historical Association is accepting nominations for their Annual Awards of Merit. Nominations should be for individuals or Groups who have made significant contributions for the preservation of local history, the awards will be presented at the Associations Annual Meeting on November 3rd. Nominations must be entered by this Saturday October 19th, more information is available at 607-746-3849 or at dcha-ny.org.
Wheels for Work is offering assistance to low income families in Delaware County in obtaining & Maintaining reliable transportation for employment purposes. Wheels For Work offers Subsidized vehicle loans up to $10,000, car repairs up to $1,000, more information is available at 607-746-1665.
The Sidney Center Improvement Group will be holding their annual Halloween event this weekend, spokesman Mike Sellitti explains:
(Mike Sellitti 10-16-24)
The event will run from 12:00 to 4:00 PM this Sunday, money raised from the Down Home Fall Fest will benefit the Sidney Center Improvement Group.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 10-16-24
The Chenango County Planning Department has scheduled an Open House today in Norwich for County Members to examine the County’s draft 2050 Vision Plan, County Planning Director Shane Butler explains:
(Shane Butler 10-7-24)
The Open House will be held from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at the Commerce Chenango Office at 15 South Broad Street in Norwich, more information is available at chenangocounty2050.com.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will have their annual dinner & Awards Ceremony starting at 5:30 pm today at the Meredith Inn at Stonewall. The Business of the Year is Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals and Chamber President Ray Pucci said that his favorite award is the one honoring successful new businesses, which is the Rising Star Awards:
(Ray Pucci 10-16-24)
Also the Business Connector Award goes to the Delaware County Mayor's Association & Raegan Reed, the owner of Cardio Club in Delhi.
More American Red Cross Blood drives are being held locally, as the demand has increased following the hurricanes in the southern states recently, 1 drive is being held in Walton today from 1:30 pm. - 5:30 pm., at the Walton First Baptist Church, on Townsend Street, another is being in Oneonta from 1 pm. - 6 pm., at the Foothills Performing Arts & Civic Center, on Market Street, Appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
Springbrook will receive $5 million from Tom Golisano as part of a $360 million donation to over 80 nonprofit organizations. In 2010, Golisano provided funds to establish the Golisano School, which expanded services for children with autism. In 2012, the organization completed the $22.5 million Coming Home Campaign, opening the Tom Golisano Center for Autism, a state-of-the-art facility offering specialized care and support for people with autism.
23 year old Nalya Jimenez of Sidney pleaded guilty in Delaware County Court Tuesday to 1 count of Welfare Fraud, she was sentenced to a one-year conditional discharge. Jimenez admitted to providing false information while applying for SNAP, she failed to report recurring income from several sources - including a full-time position that would have rendered her ineligible to receive the benefits. Jimenez improperly received $5,679 in public benefits, she has agreed to pay the entirety of $5,679 in 30 days of sentence. If she fails to pay, she could face a year in jail.
The Bainbridge Girl Scouts Service Unit 364 will hold a Halloween event this weekend at General Clinton Park, Spokesperson Jessica Chambers explains:
(Jessica Chambers 10-16-24)
Donations will be accepted Friday & Saturday, more information is available at 267-2378.
The Delaware County Historical Association is accepting nominations for their Annual Awards of Merit. Nominations should be for individuals or Groups who have made significant contributions for the preservation of local history, the awards will be presented at the Associations Annual Meeting on November 3rd. Nominations must be entered by this Saturday October 19th, more information is available at 607-746-3849 or at dcha-ny.org.
Wheels for Work is offering assistance to low income families in Delaware County in obtaining & Maintaining reliable transportation for employment purposes. Wheels For Work offers Subsidized vehicle loans up to $10,000, car repairs up to $1,000, more information is available at 607-746-1665.
The Sidney Center Improvement Group will be holding their annual Halloween event this weekend, spokesman Mike Sellitti explains:
(Mike Sellitti 10-16-24)
The event will run from 12:00 to 4:00 PM this Sunday, money raised from the Down Home Fall Fest will benefit the Sidney Center Improvement Group.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 10-16-24
The Chenango County Planning Department has scheduled an Open House today in Norwich for County Members to examine the County’s draft 2050 Vision Plan, County Planning Director Shane Butler explains:
(Shane Butler 10-7-24)
The Open House will be held from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at the Commerce Chenango Office at 15 South Broad Street in Norwich, more information is available at chenangocounty2050.com.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will have their annual dinner & Awards Ceremony starting at 5:30 pm today at the Meredith Inn at Stonewall. The Business of the Year is Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals and Chamber President Ray Pucci said that his favorite award is the one honoring successful new businesses, which is the Rising Star Awards:
(Ray Pucci 10-16-24)
Also the Business Connector Award goes to the Delaware County Mayor's Association & Raegan Reed, the owner of Cardio Club in Delhi.
More American Red Cross Blood drives are being held locally, as the demand has increased following the hurricanes in the southern states recently, 1 drive is being held in Walton today from 1:30 pm. - 5:30 pm., at the Walton First Baptist Church, on Townsend Street, another is being in Oneonta from 1 pm. - 6 pm., at the Foothills Performing Arts & Civic Center, on Market Street, Appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
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WCDO News — Friday 9-27-24
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-27-24
The Nate Lull Scholarship's next fundraiser will be at Awestruck Ciders in Sidney, on Sunday, from 11 AM to 5 PM, he commented about this next event:
(Nate Lull 9-27-24)
The Nate Lull Scholarship has handed out $30,000 dollars to local high school seniors over the last two years, more information is available at natelull.com
The Sidney Booster Club announced that Sidney Sabers Spirit Night will be held this Sunday with a parade & pep rally & other activities at Keith Clark Park, organizer Rachel Swain explains:
(Rachel Swain 9-27-24)
Swain said that community members are encouraged to come out & support Sidney’s teams next week for Homecoming Week.
The Springbrook 5K – Miles for a Mission fundraiser will be held this Saturday, at Mirabito Stadium in Binghamton, Springbrook Director of Giving Kim Johnson explains:
(Kim Johnson 9-27-24)
Interested participants can register online at springbrookny.org/race, or at Mirabito Stadium prior to the race time Saturday.
The Chenango County Historical Society at 45 Rexford Street in Norwich, will again participate tomorrow in “Our World: Worldwide Day of Play.” at the museum campus from 10 am. to 4 pm. Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin explains:
(Jessica Moquin 9-27-24)
Visit www.ChenangoHistorical.org for more details about this and other CCHS programs. More information about the Worldwide Day of Play can be found at childrensmuseums.org/dayofplay.
Unadilla Fall Fest 2024 will be held this Sunday from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Under the big tent at Covered Bridge Farm Market, 331 Covered Bridge Road, Unadilla, there will be more than 50 vendors, plus live music, food trucks, corn maze, kids activities, pumpkins, admission is free.
A.M. NEWS Friday 9-27-24
The City of Oneonta Fire and Police Departments are currently investigating a fire that occurred at 47 Chestnut Street Thursday afternoon. Emergency responders were called to the scene at approximately 1:03 PM, finding smoke showing from a second story window above the Oneonta Theatre. A single fatality has been reported and the identity of the deceased is being withheld pending notification of next of kin. The Oneonta Fire and Police Departments were assisted by the West Oneonta, Otego, Franklin, Sidney, Cooperstown, and Worcester Fire Departments; the cause of the fire is under investigation.
The 1st performance of the season for the Chenango Arts Council will be held Saturday night, with the performance of "Dolly" spokesperson Mary Beth Miller explains:
(Mary Beth Miller 9-27-24)
More information about this & other shows can be found at chenangoarts.org.
Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta will have several events coming up in the next few days, according to executive Director Geoff Doyle:
(Geoff Doyle 9-27-24)
for tickets & more information, go to foothillspac.org.
Delaware County Board of Elections will hold 2 days of in-person voter registration at the Delaware County Board of Elections, 97 Main Street, Suite 5, Delhi, the 1st day is tomorrow from 2 pm. to 9 pm. and again on Oct. 10 from 10 am. to 2 pm. For more information call 607-832-5321.
The Nate Lull Scholarship's next fundraiser will be at Awestruck Ciders in Sidney, on Sunday, from 11 AM to 5 PM, he commented about this next event:
(Nate Lull 9-27-24)
The Nate Lull Scholarship has handed out $30,000 dollars to local high school seniors over the last two years, more information is available at natelull.com
The Sidney Booster Club announced that Sidney Sabers Spirit Night will be held this Sunday with a parade & pep rally & other activities at Keith Clark Park, organizer Rachel Swain explains:
(Rachel Swain 9-27-24)
Swain said that community members are encouraged to come out & support Sidney’s teams next week for Homecoming Week.
The Springbrook 5K – Miles for a Mission fundraiser will be held this Saturday, at Mirabito Stadium in Binghamton, Springbrook Director of Giving Kim Johnson explains:
(Kim Johnson 9-27-24)
Interested participants can register online at springbrookny.org/race, or at Mirabito Stadium prior to the race time Saturday.
The Chenango County Historical Society at 45 Rexford Street in Norwich, will again participate tomorrow in “Our World: Worldwide Day of Play.” at the museum campus from 10 am. to 4 pm. Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin explains:
(Jessica Moquin 9-27-24)
Visit www.ChenangoHistorical.org for more details about this and other CCHS programs. More information about the Worldwide Day of Play can be found at childrensmuseums.org/dayofplay.
Unadilla Fall Fest 2024 will be held this Sunday from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Under the big tent at Covered Bridge Farm Market, 331 Covered Bridge Road, Unadilla, there will be more than 50 vendors, plus live music, food trucks, corn maze, kids activities, pumpkins, admission is free.
A.M. NEWS Friday 9-27-24
The City of Oneonta Fire and Police Departments are currently investigating a fire that occurred at 47 Chestnut Street Thursday afternoon. Emergency responders were called to the scene at approximately 1:03 PM, finding smoke showing from a second story window above the Oneonta Theatre. A single fatality has been reported and the identity of the deceased is being withheld pending notification of next of kin. The Oneonta Fire and Police Departments were assisted by the West Oneonta, Otego, Franklin, Sidney, Cooperstown, and Worcester Fire Departments; the cause of the fire is under investigation.
The 1st performance of the season for the Chenango Arts Council will be held Saturday night, with the performance of "Dolly" spokesperson Mary Beth Miller explains:
(Mary Beth Miller 9-27-24)
More information about this & other shows can be found at chenangoarts.org.
Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta will have several events coming up in the next few days, according to executive Director Geoff Doyle:
(Geoff Doyle 9-27-24)
for tickets & more information, go to foothillspac.org.
Delaware County Board of Elections will hold 2 days of in-person voter registration at the Delaware County Board of Elections, 97 Main Street, Suite 5, Delhi, the 1st day is tomorrow from 2 pm. to 9 pm. and again on Oct. 10 from 10 am. to 2 pm. For more information call 607-832-5321.
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WCDO News — Tuesday 9-24-24
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-24-24
The State Department of Labor announced that Unemployment increased .1% in August from July to 4.4% , Locally Chenango County had 3.5% unemployment, Delaware County 4.2% and Otsego County 4.1% in August.
Edmeston Central School District went into lock-down today following a situation that district Officials Stated posed a potential threat to students if they were outside the school building today. Law Enforcement was notified & no one was allowed to enter or leave the school building. Law enforcement investigated & claimed that situation was safe & the lock-down was lifted.
State Police are looking to identify 2 people that are linked to several “smash and grabs” thefts. The suspects have smashed windows and taken valuable items from vehicles in broad daylight at Otsiningo Park, & other Southern Tier Locations, they were spotted in a white BMW, the license plate on that vehicle was found to be stolen from Connecticut. Anyone with information is asked to contact State Police at Troop C at (607)561-7400. State Police also remind residents to never leaving valuables in plain view in a vehicle even if the vehicle is locked.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Town of Walton that resulted in 2 arrests. The driver of the vehicle was 37 year old Aaron Howard of Walton, who's driving privileges had been revoked, he was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle among other lesser charges. Deputies also arrested the passenger, 36 year old Courtney Condon of Walton, on 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a control substance, both were released on appearance tickets for Town of Walton court at a later date to answer the charges.
45 year old Kareem Young of Binghamton, was sentenced to 11 years in State Prison followed by 3 years post-release supervision after being found guilty as a second felony offender of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & 2 counts of Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia, by a jury in Broome County Court In January, the Broome County Special Investigations Unit executed a narcotics search warrant At Young's residence in Binghamton, he was in possession of cocaine and implements of narcotics trafficking.
The Springbrook 5K – Miles for a Mission fundraiser will be held this Saturday, at Mirabito Stadium in Binghamton, Springbrook Director of Giving Kim Johnson explains:
(Kim Johnson 9-24-24)
Interested participants can register online at springbrookny.org/race, or at Mirabito Stadium prior to the race time Saturday.
A.M. NEWS Tuesday 9-24-24
38 year old Nikita Kingsbury of Sidney appeared in Delaware County Court Monday and was sentenced to a 2-year period of incarceration to be followed by two years of post-release supervision. Kingsbury previously pleaded guilty to 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance with the Intent to Sell, On July 13, 2023, Kingsbury was indicted by the Delaware County Grand Jury on allegations that she sold methamphetamine in the Village of Sidney on August 11, 2022. Shortly afterwards, she was arrested and then released on her own recognizance while the case was pending. Separately, a felony complaint was filed against Ms. Kingsbury alleging the sale of illegal narcotics in the Town of Davenport on May 21, 2024.
The Family Resource Network is hosting an Open House today from 11am-6:30pm at the Community Cultural Center, 1 Bridge Street in Sidney. Director Michelle Zuk told WCDO News about the positions they are looking to fill:
(Michelle Zuk 9-24-24)
For those interested in the positions but can not attend the Open House, call 607-432-0001 or email; kwinn@familyrn.org. More information is available at familyrn.org.
The Re-organizational meeting for the former Bainbridge Initiative, now renamed "Path To Hope" will be tonight at in Sidney, spokesperson Carole Kanzer explains to change:
(Carole Kanzer 9-24-26)
The meeting begins at 6:30 this evening at the Full Life Assembly of God Church on Plankenhorn Road in Sidney, all are welcome to attend.
2 more American Red Cross Blood Drives are scheduled today, one in Oneonta from 1 pm. - 6 pm., at Foothills Performing Arts & Civic Center, 24 Market Street, another from 9:30 am. - 2:30 pm., at the DCMO BOCES Harrold Campus on State route 206 in Trout Creek, appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
The State Department of Labor announced that Unemployment increased .1% in August from July to 4.4% , Locally Chenango County had 3.5% unemployment, Delaware County 4.2% and Otsego County 4.1% in August.
Edmeston Central School District went into lock-down today following a situation that district Officials Stated posed a potential threat to students if they were outside the school building today. Law Enforcement was notified & no one was allowed to enter or leave the school building. Law enforcement investigated & claimed that situation was safe & the lock-down was lifted.
State Police are looking to identify 2 people that are linked to several “smash and grabs” thefts. The suspects have smashed windows and taken valuable items from vehicles in broad daylight at Otsiningo Park, & other Southern Tier Locations, they were spotted in a white BMW, the license plate on that vehicle was found to be stolen from Connecticut. Anyone with information is asked to contact State Police at Troop C at (607)561-7400. State Police also remind residents to never leaving valuables in plain view in a vehicle even if the vehicle is locked.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Town of Walton that resulted in 2 arrests. The driver of the vehicle was 37 year old Aaron Howard of Walton, who's driving privileges had been revoked, he was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle among other lesser charges. Deputies also arrested the passenger, 36 year old Courtney Condon of Walton, on 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a control substance, both were released on appearance tickets for Town of Walton court at a later date to answer the charges.
45 year old Kareem Young of Binghamton, was sentenced to 11 years in State Prison followed by 3 years post-release supervision after being found guilty as a second felony offender of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & 2 counts of Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia, by a jury in Broome County Court In January, the Broome County Special Investigations Unit executed a narcotics search warrant At Young's residence in Binghamton, he was in possession of cocaine and implements of narcotics trafficking.
The Springbrook 5K – Miles for a Mission fundraiser will be held this Saturday, at Mirabito Stadium in Binghamton, Springbrook Director of Giving Kim Johnson explains:
(Kim Johnson 9-24-24)
Interested participants can register online at springbrookny.org/race, or at Mirabito Stadium prior to the race time Saturday.
A.M. NEWS Tuesday 9-24-24
38 year old Nikita Kingsbury of Sidney appeared in Delaware County Court Monday and was sentenced to a 2-year period of incarceration to be followed by two years of post-release supervision. Kingsbury previously pleaded guilty to 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance with the Intent to Sell, On July 13, 2023, Kingsbury was indicted by the Delaware County Grand Jury on allegations that she sold methamphetamine in the Village of Sidney on August 11, 2022. Shortly afterwards, she was arrested and then released on her own recognizance while the case was pending. Separately, a felony complaint was filed against Ms. Kingsbury alleging the sale of illegal narcotics in the Town of Davenport on May 21, 2024.
The Family Resource Network is hosting an Open House today from 11am-6:30pm at the Community Cultural Center, 1 Bridge Street in Sidney. Director Michelle Zuk told WCDO News about the positions they are looking to fill:
(Michelle Zuk 9-24-24)
For those interested in the positions but can not attend the Open House, call 607-432-0001 or email; kwinn@familyrn.org. More information is available at familyrn.org.
The Re-organizational meeting for the former Bainbridge Initiative, now renamed "Path To Hope" will be tonight at in Sidney, spokesperson Carole Kanzer explains to change:
(Carole Kanzer 9-24-26)
The meeting begins at 6:30 this evening at the Full Life Assembly of God Church on Plankenhorn Road in Sidney, all are welcome to attend.
2 more American Red Cross Blood Drives are scheduled today, one in Oneonta from 1 pm. - 6 pm., at Foothills Performing Arts & Civic Center, 24 Market Street, another from 9:30 am. - 2:30 pm., at the DCMO BOCES Harrold Campus on State route 206 in Trout Creek, appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
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WCDO News — Friday 9-13-24
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-13-24
State Police issued a total of 10,240 tickets statewide during the Labor Day weekend enforcement campaign, which ran from Friday, August 30th to Labor Day, September 2nd. State Police utilized sobriety checkpoints, additional DWI patrols, and ticketed impaired and distracted drivers, they arrested 232 people for DWI. In Troop C, they had 12 DWI arrests, & they issued 405 tickets for speeding out of a total of 832 tickets.
37 year old Justin Button of Kirkwood, was sentenced in Broome County Court today to 4 years in State Prison, followed by 3 years of post-release supervision for Criminal Possession of a Weapon. On March 9, 2023, Button was discovered to have a loaded and operable .25 caliber handgun while in the City of Binghamton, during a traffic stop by a Community Response Team.
State Police in Troop “C” will be hosting 2 child car seat checks this weekend. Troopers will be participating in the "Touch A Truck" events Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Broome County Fairgrounds in Whitney Point, & on Sunday in Broome County from 10:00am – 1:00pm at the ‘Paws for a Cause’ dog walk at Otsiningo Park. Troopers who are trained child passenger safety technicians will be available to assist with car seat installation or answer any questions you may have. Appointments are preferred, by calling (607)561-7604.
A.M. NEWS Friday 9-13-24
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 23 year old Alyssa Jones of Bainbridge for Promoting Prison Contraband. Deputies received information that Jones entered the Correctional Facility for Central Arraignment on an unrelated arrest, a search revealed that Jones was in possession of a knife, she was arraigned at the Delaware County Central Arraignment Court & was released on her own recognizance and is scheduled to appear at Delhi Town Court at a later date to answer the charge.
Commerce Chenango is holding their annual fundraising Golf Tournament at the Afton Golf Course today, Commerce Chenango President & CEO Sal Testani explains:
(Sal Testani 9-13-24)
More information about the Golf tournament or future events can be found at commercechenango.com
Today is Alvogen Day, which is celebrated globally by all Alvogen locations, including the facility in Norwich. The plant is shut down & the employees will be helping area organizations, Spokesman Luke Murphy explains:
(Luke Murphy 9-13-24)
Murphy said that about 300 employees participate each year.
The Family Resource Network will have a special 30th Anniversary Celebration at the Foothills Performing Arts Center Saturday night that is free to the public, Director Michelle Zuk explains:
(Michelle Zuk 9-13-24)
The event Saturday will run from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Foothills in Oneonta.
The Tri-County Chapter of New York State Women is sponsoring their annual AMBA Blood Screening Clinic on Saturday, at the Sidney Elks Lodge, 104 River Street, in Sidney, from 6 AM to 9:30 AM. Call 1-888-234-8888 for an appointment, participants must have prescriptions from your doctor.
State Police issued a total of 10,240 tickets statewide during the Labor Day weekend enforcement campaign, which ran from Friday, August 30th to Labor Day, September 2nd. State Police utilized sobriety checkpoints, additional DWI patrols, and ticketed impaired and distracted drivers, they arrested 232 people for DWI. In Troop C, they had 12 DWI arrests, & they issued 405 tickets for speeding out of a total of 832 tickets.
37 year old Justin Button of Kirkwood, was sentenced in Broome County Court today to 4 years in State Prison, followed by 3 years of post-release supervision for Criminal Possession of a Weapon. On March 9, 2023, Button was discovered to have a loaded and operable .25 caliber handgun while in the City of Binghamton, during a traffic stop by a Community Response Team.
State Police in Troop “C” will be hosting 2 child car seat checks this weekend. Troopers will be participating in the "Touch A Truck" events Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Broome County Fairgrounds in Whitney Point, & on Sunday in Broome County from 10:00am – 1:00pm at the ‘Paws for a Cause’ dog walk at Otsiningo Park. Troopers who are trained child passenger safety technicians will be available to assist with car seat installation or answer any questions you may have. Appointments are preferred, by calling (607)561-7604.
A.M. NEWS Friday 9-13-24
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 23 year old Alyssa Jones of Bainbridge for Promoting Prison Contraband. Deputies received information that Jones entered the Correctional Facility for Central Arraignment on an unrelated arrest, a search revealed that Jones was in possession of a knife, she was arraigned at the Delaware County Central Arraignment Court & was released on her own recognizance and is scheduled to appear at Delhi Town Court at a later date to answer the charge.
Commerce Chenango is holding their annual fundraising Golf Tournament at the Afton Golf Course today, Commerce Chenango President & CEO Sal Testani explains:
(Sal Testani 9-13-24)
More information about the Golf tournament or future events can be found at commercechenango.com
Today is Alvogen Day, which is celebrated globally by all Alvogen locations, including the facility in Norwich. The plant is shut down & the employees will be helping area organizations, Spokesman Luke Murphy explains:
(Luke Murphy 9-13-24)
Murphy said that about 300 employees participate each year.
The Family Resource Network will have a special 30th Anniversary Celebration at the Foothills Performing Arts Center Saturday night that is free to the public, Director Michelle Zuk explains:
(Michelle Zuk 9-13-24)
The event Saturday will run from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Foothills in Oneonta.
The Tri-County Chapter of New York State Women is sponsoring their annual AMBA Blood Screening Clinic on Saturday, at the Sidney Elks Lodge, 104 River Street, in Sidney, from 6 AM to 9:30 AM. Call 1-888-234-8888 for an appointment, participants must have prescriptions from your doctor.
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WCDO News — Wednesday 9-11-24
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-11-24
State Police arrested 29 year old Cory Meadows of Oneonta for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a Child Less Than 16 as Passenger & 3 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Troopers were dispatched to a complaint of a possible intoxicated driver, they located vehicle on the shoulder of State Highway 28, when the Troopers came closer, the operator drove through the grass of a property. Meadows failed Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, She was arrested and the children were turned over to a sober third party. Meadows was processed and issued appearance tickets to the Milford Town Court on October 8th.
The Sidney Alumni Association will be holding their annual Sports Hall Of Fame Inductions Weekend on September 20th & 21st, Spokesman Larry Halbert said that tickets are now available:
(Larry Halbert 9-11-24)
The Induction Ceremony Dinner will be on Saturday the 21st, tickets can be purchased at the Sidney Alumni website or by calling 607-316-2716.
Foothills Performing Arts Center will be participating with the local artistic community this weekend, spokesman Geoff Doyle explains:
(Geoff Doyle 9-11-24)
More information about this & other events can be found at foothillspac.org.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 9-11-24
The SUNY Oneonta Alumni Association held a 9/11 Memorial Ceremony this morning at the 9/11 Memorial in the quad. The was open to all member of the community & featured an Honor Guard, a presentation of flowers and a wreath, and special music, to honor those who lost their lives on September 11th in 2001 in New York City, Washington DC & Shanksville Pennsylvania.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will recognize several businesses and groups for their service to the county’s business community at its 2024 Business Awards celebration on October 16 at The Meredith Inn at Stonewall. Chamber President Ray Pucci comments:
(Ray Pucci 9-11-24)
The new businesses that will be honored include Bakers Grimm in Delhi, Bizzy Bees Learning Academy in Delhi, Catskills Junction in Stamford, Delhi Work Station, Galloping Horse Graphics in Hancock, The Hobart Exchange, The Lost Bookshop in Delhi, and The Walton Diner. Tickets for the dinner event are $60 per person. Reservations are required and may be made under the Events column at DelawareCounty.org.
State Police arrested 21 year old Nathan Kurtz of Bainbridge for Driving While Intoxicated and Leaving the Scene of a Property Damage Accident. Troopers responded to a report of a vehicle that was disabled on County Road 48 and that it had left the scene of an accident. Troopers determined that Kurtz had driven the vehicle impaired and damaged a yard, he was transported to the Oneonta barracks where he was evaluated by a Drug Recognition Expert. Kurtz was processed and issued appearance tickets to the Otego Town Court on October 17th.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today in Downsville from 9 am. - 2 pm., at the Downsville Fire Department, State Highway 30, appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or use the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
State Police arrested 29 year old Cory Meadows of Oneonta for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a Child Less Than 16 as Passenger & 3 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Troopers were dispatched to a complaint of a possible intoxicated driver, they located vehicle on the shoulder of State Highway 28, when the Troopers came closer, the operator drove through the grass of a property. Meadows failed Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, She was arrested and the children were turned over to a sober third party. Meadows was processed and issued appearance tickets to the Milford Town Court on October 8th.
The Sidney Alumni Association will be holding their annual Sports Hall Of Fame Inductions Weekend on September 20th & 21st, Spokesman Larry Halbert said that tickets are now available:
(Larry Halbert 9-11-24)
The Induction Ceremony Dinner will be on Saturday the 21st, tickets can be purchased at the Sidney Alumni website or by calling 607-316-2716.
Foothills Performing Arts Center will be participating with the local artistic community this weekend, spokesman Geoff Doyle explains:
(Geoff Doyle 9-11-24)
More information about this & other events can be found at foothillspac.org.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 9-11-24
The SUNY Oneonta Alumni Association held a 9/11 Memorial Ceremony this morning at the 9/11 Memorial in the quad. The was open to all member of the community & featured an Honor Guard, a presentation of flowers and a wreath, and special music, to honor those who lost their lives on September 11th in 2001 in New York City, Washington DC & Shanksville Pennsylvania.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will recognize several businesses and groups for their service to the county’s business community at its 2024 Business Awards celebration on October 16 at The Meredith Inn at Stonewall. Chamber President Ray Pucci comments:
(Ray Pucci 9-11-24)
The new businesses that will be honored include Bakers Grimm in Delhi, Bizzy Bees Learning Academy in Delhi, Catskills Junction in Stamford, Delhi Work Station, Galloping Horse Graphics in Hancock, The Hobart Exchange, The Lost Bookshop in Delhi, and The Walton Diner. Tickets for the dinner event are $60 per person. Reservations are required and may be made under the Events column at DelawareCounty.org.
State Police arrested 21 year old Nathan Kurtz of Bainbridge for Driving While Intoxicated and Leaving the Scene of a Property Damage Accident. Troopers responded to a report of a vehicle that was disabled on County Road 48 and that it had left the scene of an accident. Troopers determined that Kurtz had driven the vehicle impaired and damaged a yard, he was transported to the Oneonta barracks where he was evaluated by a Drug Recognition Expert. Kurtz was processed and issued appearance tickets to the Otego Town Court on October 17th.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today in Downsville from 9 am. - 2 pm., at the Downsville Fire Department, State Highway 30, appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or use the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
WCDO News — Thursday 8-15-24
P.M. NEWS Thursday 8-15-24
The State Labor Department announced that the number of Private Sector jobs is over 8.4 Million in July, the state's unemployment rate increased .1 to 4.3% in July, the statewide labor force participation rate held constant at 61.3%.
Broome County Sheriff’s Office Strategic Response Group public safety and crime response initiative was activated in June, The Full results included 16 Narcotics Arrests, 23 Warrant Arrests, 27 Vehicle and Traffic Arrests & 227 Traffic Violations Issued in areas of higher criminal activity by Utilizing statistical and crime-mapping data from the Southern Tier Crime Analysis Center in Binghamton.
State Trooper Christopher DiBartolo of Troop F in Middletown was arrested for 1st degree Robbery, criminal mischief & Officials Misconduct, following an investigation of an incident outside a residence in the village of Liberty in 2023. The victim came forward after he was involved in an incident with DiBartolo while he was on duty, reporting that Trooper DiBartolo took personal property from him, causing damage. DiBartolo was arraigned in the Town of Liberty Court and released on his own recognizance until the next court date scheduled for August 27, he has been suspended without pay from his position as a State Trooper.
The Rite Aid Pharmacy chain announced that they have closed 25 in New York state, and they will close another 29 by the end of this year. The Rite Aid at 94 Chestnut Street in Oneonta is slated to be closed, the chain has filed for bankruptcy protection in 2023, the chain is expected to close about 1000 of the existing 1800 stores in the US within the next year.
Village of Sidney officials announced that starting on September 1st, there will be an added "Manganese Removal Capital Project Debt Service" fee of $34.35 per quarter on your water bill. The fee goes for financing the new well, new infrastructure and new water treatment facility, the fee will be on all future quarterly water billings.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 8-15-24
The Delaware County DA's Office announced that 32 year old James Lor of Margaretville pleaded guilty to aggravated cruelty to animals in Delaware County Court this week. Lor admitted that he had killed a dog, he was sentenced to 1 1/3 to 4 years in jail for committing this act, which violated the terms of his probation.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 39 year old Michael Hitchcock of Otego for Criminal possession of a controlled substance & on an existing warrant, Hitchcock was arrested following an investigation into a motor vehicle accident in the Town of Oneonta, he was found to be in possession of a controlled substance, and was wanted on a warrant from Oneonta Police, he was processed & issued an appearance ticket, he was then transported to Oneonta Police Department and turned over to answer his outstanding warrant.
The Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals invites the public to a Community Forum TODAY at 5:30PM at Foothills Performing Arts Center. Community members are invited to discuss all animal related issue in local communities, last year's forum led to the formation of a group dealing with feral cat issues, for more information or to donate, visit www.sqspca.org.
The Annual Chenango Blues Festival begins tonight with some free music, followed by free music Friday night & the headliners on Saturday, at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich, according to organizer Eric Larsen:
(Eric Larsen 8-15-24)
More information is available at chenangobluesfest.org.
The State Labor Department announced that the number of Private Sector jobs is over 8.4 Million in July, the state's unemployment rate increased .1 to 4.3% in July, the statewide labor force participation rate held constant at 61.3%.
Broome County Sheriff’s Office Strategic Response Group public safety and crime response initiative was activated in June, The Full results included 16 Narcotics Arrests, 23 Warrant Arrests, 27 Vehicle and Traffic Arrests & 227 Traffic Violations Issued in areas of higher criminal activity by Utilizing statistical and crime-mapping data from the Southern Tier Crime Analysis Center in Binghamton.
State Trooper Christopher DiBartolo of Troop F in Middletown was arrested for 1st degree Robbery, criminal mischief & Officials Misconduct, following an investigation of an incident outside a residence in the village of Liberty in 2023. The victim came forward after he was involved in an incident with DiBartolo while he was on duty, reporting that Trooper DiBartolo took personal property from him, causing damage. DiBartolo was arraigned in the Town of Liberty Court and released on his own recognizance until the next court date scheduled for August 27, he has been suspended without pay from his position as a State Trooper.
The Rite Aid Pharmacy chain announced that they have closed 25 in New York state, and they will close another 29 by the end of this year. The Rite Aid at 94 Chestnut Street in Oneonta is slated to be closed, the chain has filed for bankruptcy protection in 2023, the chain is expected to close about 1000 of the existing 1800 stores in the US within the next year.
Village of Sidney officials announced that starting on September 1st, there will be an added "Manganese Removal Capital Project Debt Service" fee of $34.35 per quarter on your water bill. The fee goes for financing the new well, new infrastructure and new water treatment facility, the fee will be on all future quarterly water billings.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 8-15-24
The Delaware County DA's Office announced that 32 year old James Lor of Margaretville pleaded guilty to aggravated cruelty to animals in Delaware County Court this week. Lor admitted that he had killed a dog, he was sentenced to 1 1/3 to 4 years in jail for committing this act, which violated the terms of his probation.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 39 year old Michael Hitchcock of Otego for Criminal possession of a controlled substance & on an existing warrant, Hitchcock was arrested following an investigation into a motor vehicle accident in the Town of Oneonta, he was found to be in possession of a controlled substance, and was wanted on a warrant from Oneonta Police, he was processed & issued an appearance ticket, he was then transported to Oneonta Police Department and turned over to answer his outstanding warrant.
The Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals invites the public to a Community Forum TODAY at 5:30PM at Foothills Performing Arts Center. Community members are invited to discuss all animal related issue in local communities, last year's forum led to the formation of a group dealing with feral cat issues, for more information or to donate, visit www.sqspca.org.
The Annual Chenango Blues Festival begins tonight with some free music, followed by free music Friday night & the headliners on Saturday, at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich, according to organizer Eric Larsen:
(Eric Larsen 8-15-24)
More information is available at chenangobluesfest.org.
WCDO News — Tuesday 8-6-24
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 8-6-24
State Police were called Friday to Interstate 81 in the town of Lisle for a report of a one-car crash. When Troopers arrived, a 2007 Subaru Outback was observed crashed into a tree. An investigation determined that the driver and sole occupant, 67 year old Kenneth Zuidema of Pennsylvania, drove off of I-81 and struck a tree, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation is ongoing.
National Weather Service officials confirmed a record breaking EF-1 tornado touched down in the City of Buffalo early Monday afternoon. The confirmation means that New York State has had 26 tornadoes this year, breaking the previous record of 25 set in 1992, over 20 tornadoes touched down in the month of July.
The Broome County Sheriff's Office is now hiring for deputies for the department for a number of positions withing the Sheriff's Office. More information about salary, benefits & positions are available by calling 607-778-3076.
State DEC announced that hunting and trapping licenses and Deer Management Permits for the 2024-25 season are now on sale. Licenses and permits can be purchased online at any of DEC's license issuing agents or by telephone at 866-933-2257. Hunting and trapping licenses are valid from Sept. 1 through Aug. 31 each year, while annual fishing licenses are valid for 365 days from date of purchase. More information is available at dec.ny.gov.
Chenango Arts Council announced their 2024-2025 season beginning with "Dolly! And Her All Star Band" on Saturday, September 28th, Council Spokesperson Mary Beth Miller explains:
(Mary Beth Miller 8-6-24)
Miller said that the other shows will be "Film & Strings: Nosferatu" on Saturday, October 19th, On Friday, December 13th, Twelve Twenty-Four will bring their popular Holiday Rock to the Martin W. Kappel Theater & the New York Theatre Ballet will present The Royal Collection on April 12, 2025. More information & Ticket purchases can be made at 607-336-2787, or at ChenangoArts.org.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 8-6-24
State Police arrested 57 year old Terri White of Otego for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated. Troopers were dispatched to check on White’s welfare when they discovered she had driven her vehicle while intoxicated. After administering Standardized Field Sobriety Tests that revealed indications of impairment, White was arrested. Her reportable B.A.C was .23%. White was processed and issued appearance tickets to the Oneonta Town Court on August 20, 2024 then released to a sober third party.
State Police arrested 33 year old Shane Katalinas of Unadilla for Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs and Aggravated Unlicensed Operation and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Troopers were dispatched by Otsego County 911 to a report of a male slumped over the wheel of a vehicle on Winney Hill Road in Oneonta, Troopers found both Katalinas and a female passenger unresponsive but were able to wake them. Katalinas was arrested, he was transported to State Police in Oneonta where he was additionally evaluated by a New York State Police Drug Recognition Expert. Katalinas was processed and issued appearance tickets to the Oneonta Town Court on August 20, 2024, and released to a sober third party.
Am American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held today in Oneonta from 12 pm. - 5 pm., AO Fox Memorial Hospital Levine Center, One Norton Ave, To make an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS
The Sidney Head Start program will have a recruitment event today at their Sidney Civic Center location. The event is open for parents with children ages 3 to 5, it will run from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM Tuesday.
State Police were called Friday to Interstate 81 in the town of Lisle for a report of a one-car crash. When Troopers arrived, a 2007 Subaru Outback was observed crashed into a tree. An investigation determined that the driver and sole occupant, 67 year old Kenneth Zuidema of Pennsylvania, drove off of I-81 and struck a tree, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation is ongoing.
National Weather Service officials confirmed a record breaking EF-1 tornado touched down in the City of Buffalo early Monday afternoon. The confirmation means that New York State has had 26 tornadoes this year, breaking the previous record of 25 set in 1992, over 20 tornadoes touched down in the month of July.
The Broome County Sheriff's Office is now hiring for deputies for the department for a number of positions withing the Sheriff's Office. More information about salary, benefits & positions are available by calling 607-778-3076.
State DEC announced that hunting and trapping licenses and Deer Management Permits for the 2024-25 season are now on sale. Licenses and permits can be purchased online at any of DEC's license issuing agents or by telephone at 866-933-2257. Hunting and trapping licenses are valid from Sept. 1 through Aug. 31 each year, while annual fishing licenses are valid for 365 days from date of purchase. More information is available at dec.ny.gov.
Chenango Arts Council announced their 2024-2025 season beginning with "Dolly! And Her All Star Band" on Saturday, September 28th, Council Spokesperson Mary Beth Miller explains:
(Mary Beth Miller 8-6-24)
Miller said that the other shows will be "Film & Strings: Nosferatu" on Saturday, October 19th, On Friday, December 13th, Twelve Twenty-Four will bring their popular Holiday Rock to the Martin W. Kappel Theater & the New York Theatre Ballet will present The Royal Collection on April 12, 2025. More information & Ticket purchases can be made at 607-336-2787, or at ChenangoArts.org.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 8-6-24
State Police arrested 57 year old Terri White of Otego for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated. Troopers were dispatched to check on White’s welfare when they discovered she had driven her vehicle while intoxicated. After administering Standardized Field Sobriety Tests that revealed indications of impairment, White was arrested. Her reportable B.A.C was .23%. White was processed and issued appearance tickets to the Oneonta Town Court on August 20, 2024 then released to a sober third party.
State Police arrested 33 year old Shane Katalinas of Unadilla for Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs and Aggravated Unlicensed Operation and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Troopers were dispatched by Otsego County 911 to a report of a male slumped over the wheel of a vehicle on Winney Hill Road in Oneonta, Troopers found both Katalinas and a female passenger unresponsive but were able to wake them. Katalinas was arrested, he was transported to State Police in Oneonta where he was additionally evaluated by a New York State Police Drug Recognition Expert. Katalinas was processed and issued appearance tickets to the Oneonta Town Court on August 20, 2024, and released to a sober third party.
Am American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held today in Oneonta from 12 pm. - 5 pm., AO Fox Memorial Hospital Levine Center, One Norton Ave, To make an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS
The Sidney Head Start program will have a recruitment event today at their Sidney Civic Center location. The event is open for parents with children ages 3 to 5, it will run from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM Tuesday.
WCDO News — Monday 8-5-24
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 8-5-24
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 24 year old Nicholas Arter of Norwich for 2nd degree Rape, Criminal Sexual Act, Disseminating Indecent Material to Minors, Possessing Obscene Sexual Performance by a Child, Endangering the Welfare of a Child & Sexual Abuse. The Sheriff’s Office Detective’s Division received several rape complaints involving Arter engaging in sexual acts with multiple underage females. Arter was arraigned in Chenango County Centralized Arraignment where he was remanded to the custody of the Chenango County Correctional Division on $10,000 cash, $20,000 bond, and $50,000 partially secured. Arter is to appear in the Village of Oxford Court at a later date.
Chenango County Sheriff Office arrested 36 year old Wayne Moore of Earlville last week for Public Lewdness. Moore was charged following a complaint that Moore was nude in the front yard of a home, it was the 2nd incident that deputies handled regarding Moore, he was taken into custody and released with an appearance ticket and is to appear in the Village of Earlville Court at a later date.
The Trial of 64 year old Douglas Webb of Sherburne ended in a mistrial on Friday. Webb was accused of groping 3 students while operate a school bus, He was indicted in 2022 for offering a false instrument for filing with the intent to defraud, plus falsifying business records, 3 counts of forcible touching, & 3 counts of endangering the welfare of a child, State Police reported that Webb had failed to disclose a previous 1987 conviction to his employers on his bus driver application. The jury could not reach a verdict in the case after several hours of deliberation last week.
The Chenango County Planning Department is asking for County Residents to take a short period of time & fill out an online survey, so that they can put together a comprehensive plan on the county's future, Planning Director Shane Butler explains:
(Shane Butler 8-5-24)
Butler said that there is no deadline for filling out the survey, they have worked with an outside contractor to formulate the survey covering a number of topics, in a quick easy format.
The Sidney Head Start program will have a recruitment event tomorrow at their Sidney Civic Center location. The event is open for parents with children ages 3 to 5, it will run from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM Tuesday.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 8-5-24
50 year old Brian Kingsbury of Sidney pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property and was sentenced to 1.5 to 3 years in state prison. Kingsbury was indicted by the Delaware County Grand Jury on March 7, for possessing several stolen guns. On July 29, Kingsbury appeared in Delaware County Court for a conference on his pending indictment. After the conference, he pleaded guilty, he admitted that he possessing a stolen shotgun in Sidney in July of 2023.
State Police arrested 35 year old Spencer Gransbury of Walton for 5 counts of Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child. An investigation revealed that Gransbury was in possession of images consistent with child sexual exploitation. His arrest follows an investigation stemming from a cyber tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. On August 2, a search warrant was executed at Gransbury’s residence, he was arrested and processed & was transported to the Delaware County Correctional Facility for Central Arraignment.
The American Red Cross is holding 2 Blood Drives today in the Tri-County Region. 1 will be in Worcester at the United Methodist Church from 1 pm. - 6 pm., another will be in Hancock from 1 pm. - 6 pm. at the Father Rausch Memorial Hall, on West Main Street, Appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 24 year old Nicholas Arter of Norwich for 2nd degree Rape, Criminal Sexual Act, Disseminating Indecent Material to Minors, Possessing Obscene Sexual Performance by a Child, Endangering the Welfare of a Child & Sexual Abuse. The Sheriff’s Office Detective’s Division received several rape complaints involving Arter engaging in sexual acts with multiple underage females. Arter was arraigned in Chenango County Centralized Arraignment where he was remanded to the custody of the Chenango County Correctional Division on $10,000 cash, $20,000 bond, and $50,000 partially secured. Arter is to appear in the Village of Oxford Court at a later date.
Chenango County Sheriff Office arrested 36 year old Wayne Moore of Earlville last week for Public Lewdness. Moore was charged following a complaint that Moore was nude in the front yard of a home, it was the 2nd incident that deputies handled regarding Moore, he was taken into custody and released with an appearance ticket and is to appear in the Village of Earlville Court at a later date.
The Trial of 64 year old Douglas Webb of Sherburne ended in a mistrial on Friday. Webb was accused of groping 3 students while operate a school bus, He was indicted in 2022 for offering a false instrument for filing with the intent to defraud, plus falsifying business records, 3 counts of forcible touching, & 3 counts of endangering the welfare of a child, State Police reported that Webb had failed to disclose a previous 1987 conviction to his employers on his bus driver application. The jury could not reach a verdict in the case after several hours of deliberation last week.
The Chenango County Planning Department is asking for County Residents to take a short period of time & fill out an online survey, so that they can put together a comprehensive plan on the county's future, Planning Director Shane Butler explains:
(Shane Butler 8-5-24)
Butler said that there is no deadline for filling out the survey, they have worked with an outside contractor to formulate the survey covering a number of topics, in a quick easy format.
The Sidney Head Start program will have a recruitment event tomorrow at their Sidney Civic Center location. The event is open for parents with children ages 3 to 5, it will run from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM Tuesday.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 8-5-24
50 year old Brian Kingsbury of Sidney pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of Stolen Property and was sentenced to 1.5 to 3 years in state prison. Kingsbury was indicted by the Delaware County Grand Jury on March 7, for possessing several stolen guns. On July 29, Kingsbury appeared in Delaware County Court for a conference on his pending indictment. After the conference, he pleaded guilty, he admitted that he possessing a stolen shotgun in Sidney in July of 2023.
State Police arrested 35 year old Spencer Gransbury of Walton for 5 counts of Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child. An investigation revealed that Gransbury was in possession of images consistent with child sexual exploitation. His arrest follows an investigation stemming from a cyber tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. On August 2, a search warrant was executed at Gransbury’s residence, he was arrested and processed & was transported to the Delaware County Correctional Facility for Central Arraignment.
The American Red Cross is holding 2 Blood Drives today in the Tri-County Region. 1 will be in Worcester at the United Methodist Church from 1 pm. - 6 pm., another will be in Hancock from 1 pm. - 6 pm. at the Father Rausch Memorial Hall, on West Main Street, Appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
WCDO News — Friday 7-26-24
P.M. NEWS Friday 7-26-24
41 year old Willis Bickham Jr, of Binghamton, was found guilty of 1st Degree Rape, forcible touching and endangering the welfare of a child by a Broome County Jury Thursday. On June 24, 2023, Bickham Jr. took a 12-year-old child into an apartment at 2 Green Street in Binghamton and engaged in sexual acts. Sentencing is scheduled for October 24, 2024 where Bickham is facing up to 25 years in State Prison followed by 10 to 25 years of post-release supervision, and he must register as a Sex Offender with the state. Due to his criminal history, the Broome County District Attorney’s Office will pursue a sentence of 25 years to life under the Persistent Felony Offender guidelines.
The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force arrested 56-year-old Phillip Alvarez of Endwell, they recovered drugs and weapons from an apartment at 341 Main Street Binghamton. Police seized various weapons, ammunition , cocaine, crack cocaine, packaging materials, and over $5500 cash from suspected drug sales. Alvarez was charged with 3 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, 5 counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia, Obstructing Governmental Administration & Resisting Arrest, an additional search warrant was executed in the Town of Union where investigators found around $1,500 in suspected drug proceeds.
US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand has added her support to Presidential Candidate Kamala Harris this week:
(Gillibrand 7-26-24)
Gillibrand's endorsement coincides with the endorsement by former President Barack Obama for the Harris for President Campaign.
The 2nd annual Gilbertsville Hullaballoo will be held this Sunday, Spokesperson Tracy Martinetti explains:
(Tracie Martinetti 7-26-24)
More information is available at 631-896-2658.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-26-24
Commerce Chenango is bringing back the Taste Of Chenango event on Saturday at the Chenango County Fairgrounds, Commerce Chenango President & CEO Sal Testani explains:
(Sal Testani 7-26-24)
This event is free to enter and is open to the public from 1:00 PM thru 07:00 PM. More information is available at commercechenango.com
Rock & Roll is scheduled tonight at the Foothills Performing Arts center in Oneonta, Director Geoff Doyle explains:
(Geoff Doyle 7-26-24)
More information about this & other shows are available at foothillspac.org.
The Cullman Child Development Center of Sidney will hold Honey Bee Day Sunday at the Sidney American Legion, Cullman Director Amy Williams explains:
(Amy Williams 7-26-24)
The event is free & will run on Sunday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Downtown Greene will have about 80 vendors, food, music and shoppers during the 47th annual Greene Arts and Crafts Festival sponsored by the Greene Lions Club, the free festivities will be from from 9 am. to 3 pm., Saturday, on Genessee Street.
Am American Red Cross Blood drive is being held in Oneonta today from 2 pm. - 6 pm., at the American Legion Post 259, 279 Chestnut Street, Appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.
41 year old Willis Bickham Jr, of Binghamton, was found guilty of 1st Degree Rape, forcible touching and endangering the welfare of a child by a Broome County Jury Thursday. On June 24, 2023, Bickham Jr. took a 12-year-old child into an apartment at 2 Green Street in Binghamton and engaged in sexual acts. Sentencing is scheduled for October 24, 2024 where Bickham is facing up to 25 years in State Prison followed by 10 to 25 years of post-release supervision, and he must register as a Sex Offender with the state. Due to his criminal history, the Broome County District Attorney’s Office will pursue a sentence of 25 years to life under the Persistent Felony Offender guidelines.
The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force arrested 56-year-old Phillip Alvarez of Endwell, they recovered drugs and weapons from an apartment at 341 Main Street Binghamton. Police seized various weapons, ammunition , cocaine, crack cocaine, packaging materials, and over $5500 cash from suspected drug sales. Alvarez was charged with 3 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, 5 counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia, Obstructing Governmental Administration & Resisting Arrest, an additional search warrant was executed in the Town of Union where investigators found around $1,500 in suspected drug proceeds.
US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand has added her support to Presidential Candidate Kamala Harris this week:
(Gillibrand 7-26-24)
Gillibrand's endorsement coincides with the endorsement by former President Barack Obama for the Harris for President Campaign.
The 2nd annual Gilbertsville Hullaballoo will be held this Sunday, Spokesperson Tracy Martinetti explains:
(Tracie Martinetti 7-26-24)
More information is available at 631-896-2658.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-26-24
Commerce Chenango is bringing back the Taste Of Chenango event on Saturday at the Chenango County Fairgrounds, Commerce Chenango President & CEO Sal Testani explains:
(Sal Testani 7-26-24)
This event is free to enter and is open to the public from 1:00 PM thru 07:00 PM. More information is available at commercechenango.com
Rock & Roll is scheduled tonight at the Foothills Performing Arts center in Oneonta, Director Geoff Doyle explains:
(Geoff Doyle 7-26-24)
More information about this & other shows are available at foothillspac.org.
The Cullman Child Development Center of Sidney will hold Honey Bee Day Sunday at the Sidney American Legion, Cullman Director Amy Williams explains:
(Amy Williams 7-26-24)
The event is free & will run on Sunday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Downtown Greene will have about 80 vendors, food, music and shoppers during the 47th annual Greene Arts and Crafts Festival sponsored by the Greene Lions Club, the free festivities will be from from 9 am. to 3 pm., Saturday, on Genessee Street.
Am American Red Cross Blood drive is being held in Oneonta today from 2 pm. - 6 pm., at the American Legion Post 259, 279 Chestnut Street, Appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.
American red CrossAMY WILLIAMSBinghamtonCHENANGO COUNTY FAIR GROUNDSCommerce ChenangoCOMMERCE CHENANGO CEO & PRESIDENT SAL TESTANICULLMAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERENDWELLFoothills Performing Arts and Civic CenterGEOFF DOYLEGILBERTSVILLE HULLABALOOGreeneKAMALA HARRISNew YorkNYONEONTA AMERICAN LEGIONPHILLIP ALVAREZSidneySIDNEY AMERICAN LEGIONTASTE OF CHENANGOTRACIE MARTINETTIU.S. SENATOR KIRSTEN GILLIBRANDWCDOWILLIS BICKHAM
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