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WCDO News — Tuesday 6-11-24
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-11-24
29 year old Jessica Lopez of Sidney was sentenced to 6 years in prison and two years of post-release supervision for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in Delaware County Court Monday. Lopez pleaded guilty and admitted that she possessed fentanyl in the Village of Sidney on February 27, 2024, and that she had intended to sell it.
Referees are needed for the Gus Macker Basketball Tournament in Norwich next month, organizer Tom Revoir comments:
(Tom Revoir 6-11-24)
Anyone interested in being a referee can leave a message for Revoir at the Norwich YMCA at 336-9622. The Deadline to register a team is June 24th, the tournament will be July 13th & 14th & it will return to the streets of downtown Norwich
Sidney Fire Department responded at about 11:30 this morning for the report of smoke showing at 11 Division Street. Sidney Fire Chief John GIlmore told WCDO News that a faulty light bulb in the basement was the cause of the smoke, no injuries were reported.
The Chenango Arts Council will present "Melodrama At The Murder" an interactive event on June 21st, Spokesperson Marybeth Miller explains:
(Mary Beth Miller 6-11-24)
Tickets & more information are available at chenangoarts.org or by calling 336-2787.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-11-14
The Broome County Sheriff's Office said that 2 people were taken to area hospitals, following a serious accident on State Route 369 in the Town of Fenton on Saturday. The investigation revealed that at approximately 5:52 PM, the driver of a silver Honda Civic traveling northbound on State Route 369 near Rogers Road failed to negotiate a turn and crossed over into the southbound lane, colliding with a purple SUV. No fatalities were reported, but both drivers were hospitalized and treated for serious injuries. The unidentified driver of the Honda Civic was issued multiple traffic violations.
The Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 27 year old Tory Lugo of Oneonta following an assault investigation in the Town of Oneonta. Lugo was charged with 3rd degree Assault & Harassment, he was held for Otsego County Centralized Arraignment, where he was released on his own recognizance to appear at the above court at a later date.
The Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 28 year old Jeremy Vanpelt of New Berlin following an investigation of a domestic dispute in the Town of Edmeston. Vanpelt was charged with Criminal Obstruction of Breathing or Circulation, Aggravated Harassment, & 2 counts of Harassment, he was later arrested on a probation violation, he was processed and was held at the Otsego County Jail for Centralized Arraignment. An order of protection was issued to the victims of the domestic dispute.
OTSEGO COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH WILL HOLD A FREE RABIES VACCINATION CLINIC FOR ALL DOGS, CATS AND FERRETS AT THE EDMESTON TOWN BARN ON TUESDAY, JUNE 11TH FROM 6-8 P.M. DOGS MUST BE ON A LEASH AND UNDER PROPER CONTROL. CATS AND FERRETS SHOULD BE IN A PILLOW CASE OR CARRYING CASE.
29 year old Jessica Lopez of Sidney was sentenced to 6 years in prison and two years of post-release supervision for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in Delaware County Court Monday. Lopez pleaded guilty and admitted that she possessed fentanyl in the Village of Sidney on February 27, 2024, and that she had intended to sell it.
Referees are needed for the Gus Macker Basketball Tournament in Norwich next month, organizer Tom Revoir comments:
(Tom Revoir 6-11-24)
Anyone interested in being a referee can leave a message for Revoir at the Norwich YMCA at 336-9622. The Deadline to register a team is June 24th, the tournament will be July 13th & 14th & it will return to the streets of downtown Norwich
Sidney Fire Department responded at about 11:30 this morning for the report of smoke showing at 11 Division Street. Sidney Fire Chief John GIlmore told WCDO News that a faulty light bulb in the basement was the cause of the smoke, no injuries were reported.
The Chenango Arts Council will present "Melodrama At The Murder" an interactive event on June 21st, Spokesperson Marybeth Miller explains:
(Mary Beth Miller 6-11-24)
Tickets & more information are available at chenangoarts.org or by calling 336-2787.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-11-14
The Broome County Sheriff's Office said that 2 people were taken to area hospitals, following a serious accident on State Route 369 in the Town of Fenton on Saturday. The investigation revealed that at approximately 5:52 PM, the driver of a silver Honda Civic traveling northbound on State Route 369 near Rogers Road failed to negotiate a turn and crossed over into the southbound lane, colliding with a purple SUV. No fatalities were reported, but both drivers were hospitalized and treated for serious injuries. The unidentified driver of the Honda Civic was issued multiple traffic violations.
The Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 27 year old Tory Lugo of Oneonta following an assault investigation in the Town of Oneonta. Lugo was charged with 3rd degree Assault & Harassment, he was held for Otsego County Centralized Arraignment, where he was released on his own recognizance to appear at the above court at a later date.
The Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 28 year old Jeremy Vanpelt of New Berlin following an investigation of a domestic dispute in the Town of Edmeston. Vanpelt was charged with Criminal Obstruction of Breathing or Circulation, Aggravated Harassment, & 2 counts of Harassment, he was later arrested on a probation violation, he was processed and was held at the Otsego County Jail for Centralized Arraignment. An order of protection was issued to the victims of the domestic dispute.
OTSEGO COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH WILL HOLD A FREE RABIES VACCINATION CLINIC FOR ALL DOGS, CATS AND FERRETS AT THE EDMESTON TOWN BARN ON TUESDAY, JUNE 11TH FROM 6-8 P.M. DOGS MUST BE ON A LEASH AND UNDER PROPER CONTROL. CATS AND FERRETS SHOULD BE IN A PILLOW CASE OR CARRYING CASE.
WCDO News — Tuesday 2-20-24
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 2-20-24
Sidney & Several other Fire Departments responded to a house fire 2 Pearl Street East, at about 6:00 PM Monday Night, Sidney Fire Chief John Gilmore told WCDO News about the fire:
(John Gilmore 2-20-24)
Chief Gilmore said that the cause fire is under investigation by Sidney Fire Department as well as County & State Fire investigators. This Morning, Sidney Police Chief Eric Oliver told WCDO News that the deceased from the Pearl Street East Fire has been identified as 72 year old Juanita Meredith.
The Susquehanna SPCA & the Otsego County Sheriff's Department responded to the Town of Laurens for the report of a possible dog-abandonment case. Deputies discovered 5 dogs deceased in garbage bags and 4 who appeared to have abandoned, the 4 were removed & are currently being cared for at the Susquehanna SPCA, the 5 deceased animals were brought to Cornell University for forensic examinations. The Sheriff's Office is looking for the owner of the dogs, the investigation is continuing. Those who would like to donate the the SPCA to assist with the cost of this type of rescue can go to sqspca.org to make a donation.
The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce is accepting nomination s for the 2024 Business of the Year Award, the Eugene A. Bettiol Jr. Distinguished Citizen Award, and the 2024 Breakthrough Award. Nominations must be received by 3/15/24. The Nomination can be made online at form.jotform.com, the annual dinner & awards Ceremony will be held on April 25th at the Otesaga Hotel in Cooperstown.
Delaware County Sheriff's office arrested 45- year-old James Simmons of Canandaigua for DWI and other charges following a traffic stop on February 11th. Deputies were patrolling on State Highway 17 in the Town of Colchester and observed a vehicle without a front license plate, a traffic stop was conducted & Simmons was charged with DWI, Aggravated DWI, Aggravated Unlicensed Operator and Open Container of an alcoholic beverage, Simmons was released on tickets returnable to the Town of Colchester Court at a later date to answer the charges.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 18 yr old Arianna Blazek of Queens for driving while ability impaired by drugs. On December 11th, Deputies responded to a one car motor vehicle accident on Scotch Mountain Road in the Town of Delhi, Deputies determined that Blazek was impaired by drugs at the time of the accident. Deputies arrested Blazek last week following the results of a blood test, for driving while ability impaired by drugs, Speed not reasonable and prudent and unsafe tires, she was released on tickets returnable to the Town of Delhi Court at a later date.
A.M. NEWS Tuesday 2-20-24
Last Night, The Unadilla Fire Department & several area Fire Departments responded to a fire in Unadilla at 1762 State Route 7, in that fire occupants escaped, the cause of that fire is also under investigation this morning.
State Police responded early Monday morning to a domestic dispute at 10 Debra Lee Drive, Apalachin. Troopers and EMS personnel provided lifesaving treatment to an injured male and female at the scene. The female died as a result of injuries sustained during the domestic dispute. The injured male was transported to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City, where he currently remains in stable condition. This incident remains under investigation.
Commerce Chenango announced that they will host a State Budget presentation on February 20th. The discussion will be held at the Commerce Chenango Offices at 15 South Broad Street starting at 3:00 PM.
Sidney & Several other Fire Departments responded to a house fire 2 Pearl Street East, at about 6:00 PM Monday Night, Sidney Fire Chief John Gilmore told WCDO News about the fire:
(John Gilmore 2-20-24)
Chief Gilmore said that the cause fire is under investigation by Sidney Fire Department as well as County & State Fire investigators. This Morning, Sidney Police Chief Eric Oliver told WCDO News that the deceased from the Pearl Street East Fire has been identified as 72 year old Juanita Meredith.
The Susquehanna SPCA & the Otsego County Sheriff's Department responded to the Town of Laurens for the report of a possible dog-abandonment case. Deputies discovered 5 dogs deceased in garbage bags and 4 who appeared to have abandoned, the 4 were removed & are currently being cared for at the Susquehanna SPCA, the 5 deceased animals were brought to Cornell University for forensic examinations. The Sheriff's Office is looking for the owner of the dogs, the investigation is continuing. Those who would like to donate the the SPCA to assist with the cost of this type of rescue can go to sqspca.org to make a donation.
The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce is accepting nomination s for the 2024 Business of the Year Award, the Eugene A. Bettiol Jr. Distinguished Citizen Award, and the 2024 Breakthrough Award. Nominations must be received by 3/15/24. The Nomination can be made online at form.jotform.com, the annual dinner & awards Ceremony will be held on April 25th at the Otesaga Hotel in Cooperstown.
Delaware County Sheriff's office arrested 45- year-old James Simmons of Canandaigua for DWI and other charges following a traffic stop on February 11th. Deputies were patrolling on State Highway 17 in the Town of Colchester and observed a vehicle without a front license plate, a traffic stop was conducted & Simmons was charged with DWI, Aggravated DWI, Aggravated Unlicensed Operator and Open Container of an alcoholic beverage, Simmons was released on tickets returnable to the Town of Colchester Court at a later date to answer the charges.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 18 yr old Arianna Blazek of Queens for driving while ability impaired by drugs. On December 11th, Deputies responded to a one car motor vehicle accident on Scotch Mountain Road in the Town of Delhi, Deputies determined that Blazek was impaired by drugs at the time of the accident. Deputies arrested Blazek last week following the results of a blood test, for driving while ability impaired by drugs, Speed not reasonable and prudent and unsafe tires, she was released on tickets returnable to the Town of Delhi Court at a later date.
A.M. NEWS Tuesday 2-20-24
Last Night, The Unadilla Fire Department & several area Fire Departments responded to a fire in Unadilla at 1762 State Route 7, in that fire occupants escaped, the cause of that fire is also under investigation this morning.
State Police responded early Monday morning to a domestic dispute at 10 Debra Lee Drive, Apalachin. Troopers and EMS personnel provided lifesaving treatment to an injured male and female at the scene. The female died as a result of injuries sustained during the domestic dispute. The injured male was transported to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City, where he currently remains in stable condition. This incident remains under investigation.
Commerce Chenango announced that they will host a State Budget presentation on February 20th. The discussion will be held at the Commerce Chenango Offices at 15 South Broad Street starting at 3:00 PM.
WCDO News — Wednesday 10-11-23
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-11-23
Broome County Executive Jason Garnar announced a new emergency order that prevents New York City residents from using housing vouchers in Broome County. County officials said the vouchers are part of a New York City program which provides a housing allowance to eligible city families in a shelter or who are homeless. Garnar previously issued an executive order earlier this year that allowed for law enforcement to order busses with migrants to turn back around & not stop in Broome County, as the County was facing its own housing issues.
The Tri Town Theater will be performing "The Music Man" at the Sidney High School Stage next week, on October 20th & 21st at 7:30 PM & Sunday October 22nd at 2:00 PM, performers George Wells & Jack Doyle visited the WCDO Morning show today to talk about the production:
(George Wells Jack Doyle 10-11-23)
Tickets for all of the performances can be purchased at tritown.booktix.com/
Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar and Undersheriff Sam Davis welcomed K9 Raven to the Sheriff's Office today. K9 Raven and her partner and handler, Deputy Thomas Holden have undergone extensive training at Cedar Creek Kennels in Illinois over the past few weeks and are set to conclude their training this month. Raven is a female German Shepherd trained in tracking, protection, drug detection and other skills needed for law enforcement K-9 units.
A new survey on school safety has been released that places New York State near the bottom, ranking 45th out of 50 for overall student safety. New York ranked 1st in school safety plans, but ranked poorly for weapons in schools, exposure to illegal drugs, & for students feeling safe at school. The full report can be found at scholaroo.com.
Helios Care in Oneonta announced that they will have a fundraising Country Music Show on Saturday October 21st at the Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta. 8 acts are signed up to perform, tickets can be purchased at helioscare.org.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 10-11-23
The last steps are being taken to set up another way for Norwich & New Berlin residents to get high speed internet, Chenango County Director of Planning Shane Butler told WCDO News that a grant was acquired that allows Interconnect Wireless Corporation to offer a new internet service:
(Shane Butler 10-11-23)
Butler said that those who may be interested in the new service can go to intwireless.com for more information.
October is Fire Prevention Month and Departments around the state will have a variety of events scheduled this week. The Sidney Fire Department will have an “Open House” tonight, Sidney Fire Chief John Gilmore explains:
(Chief Gilmore 10-11-23)
Chief Gilmore said that the Open House will beheld from 6:00 to 8:00 PM tonight.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli announced that New Yorkers may check to see if they are owed money by the state, as there are 49 million unclaimed funds accounts valued at $18.4 billion with funds dating back to the 1940’s. The Comptroller’s Office has an online database is located at osc.state.ny.us or by calling 1-800-221-9311.
Broome County Executive Jason Garnar announced a new emergency order that prevents New York City residents from using housing vouchers in Broome County. County officials said the vouchers are part of a New York City program which provides a housing allowance to eligible city families in a shelter or who are homeless. Garnar previously issued an executive order earlier this year that allowed for law enforcement to order busses with migrants to turn back around & not stop in Broome County, as the County was facing its own housing issues.
The Tri Town Theater will be performing "The Music Man" at the Sidney High School Stage next week, on October 20th & 21st at 7:30 PM & Sunday October 22nd at 2:00 PM, performers George Wells & Jack Doyle visited the WCDO Morning show today to talk about the production:
(George Wells Jack Doyle 10-11-23)
Tickets for all of the performances can be purchased at tritown.booktix.com/
Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar and Undersheriff Sam Davis welcomed K9 Raven to the Sheriff's Office today. K9 Raven and her partner and handler, Deputy Thomas Holden have undergone extensive training at Cedar Creek Kennels in Illinois over the past few weeks and are set to conclude their training this month. Raven is a female German Shepherd trained in tracking, protection, drug detection and other skills needed for law enforcement K-9 units.
A new survey on school safety has been released that places New York State near the bottom, ranking 45th out of 50 for overall student safety. New York ranked 1st in school safety plans, but ranked poorly for weapons in schools, exposure to illegal drugs, & for students feeling safe at school. The full report can be found at scholaroo.com.
Helios Care in Oneonta announced that they will have a fundraising Country Music Show on Saturday October 21st at the Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta. 8 acts are signed up to perform, tickets can be purchased at helioscare.org.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 10-11-23
The last steps are being taken to set up another way for Norwich & New Berlin residents to get high speed internet, Chenango County Director of Planning Shane Butler told WCDO News that a grant was acquired that allows Interconnect Wireless Corporation to offer a new internet service:
(Shane Butler 10-11-23)
Butler said that those who may be interested in the new service can go to intwireless.com for more information.
October is Fire Prevention Month and Departments around the state will have a variety of events scheduled this week. The Sidney Fire Department will have an “Open House” tonight, Sidney Fire Chief John Gilmore explains:
(Chief Gilmore 10-11-23)
Chief Gilmore said that the Open House will beheld from 6:00 to 8:00 PM tonight.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli announced that New Yorkers may check to see if they are owed money by the state, as there are 49 million unclaimed funds accounts valued at $18.4 billion with funds dating back to the 1940’s. The Comptroller’s Office has an online database is located at osc.state.ny.us or by calling 1-800-221-9311.
BROOME COUNTY DEPUTY THOMAS HOLDENBROOME COUNTY SHERIFF FRED AKSHARBROOME COUNTY UNDERSHERIFF SAM DAVISGEORGE WELLSHELIOS CAREINTERCONNECT WIRELESS cORPORATIONJACK DOYLEK9 RAVENNew YorkNYSHANE BUTLERSIDNEY FIRE CHIEF JOHN GILMORESIDNEY FIRE DEPARTMENTState Comptroller Thomas DiNapoliTRI TOWN THEATERWCDO