WCDO Radio News

Sidney Village Crews announced that Division Street between Main Street & Grand are closed today & tomorrow as Crews are removing the bump outs at the intersection of Main & Division, Sidney Mayor Ray Baker explains:

(Ray Baker 7-8-26)

The crews will be installing a more traditional corner on the West Side of the Main & Division Street intersection, which should be completed by Thursday afternoon.

A Program entitled “Healthcare in Delaware County” will be held today at the Sidney Memorial Public Library, the session will be held from 6:00 to 7:30 PM.

The Sidney Town Board announced that they will hold a Public Information Session Thursday at 7:00 PM, to discuss Data Centers, & Battery Storage Units, followed by the Regular meeting at 44 Grand Street in Sidney.

The Southern Tier Music Festival will be held tomorrow afternoon into the evening hours at the Sidney Municipal Airport, co-organizer Teri Schunk comments:

(Teri Schunk 7-3-26)

The schedule can be located at southerntiermusicfest.com, General Admission tickets can also be purchased at the gate.

Days 3 and 4 of the 4 day Oneonta 250 celebration continues Saturday & Sunday; On Saturday, the traditional Hometown Fourth events will be held, Hill City Celebrations Board Chairman Sean Lewis comments:

(Sean Lewis 7-3-26)

Lewis said that More information is at hometown4th.com.

The weekend concludes from 1 to 5 pm. Sunday, July 5 with Huntington Park’s Festival Under the Big Tent, a re-creation of a Redpath Chautauqua event that took place in 1914 in Huntington Park. Huntington Library Director Alex Benjamin explains:

(Alex Benjamin 7-3-26)

America 250 Oneonta events are supported by the City of Oneonta, as well as local businesses, more information is available by visiting Facebook: Oneonta250.

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-30-26

With extreme heat forecast in the Tri-County Region over the next few days, Cooling stations will be open at various location, in Delaware County, cooling stations will be at the Sidney Memorial Public Library, the Andes Public Library, other locations may be announced, In Chenango County, designated emergency cooling centers include the Guernsey Memorial Library at 3 Court Street, in Norwich, the Sherburne Public Library, more information may be available from the Chenango County Clerk's Office. IN Otsego County, cooling centers include the Southside Mall, The Foxcare Center as well as the greater Plains & Wilber Pools in Oneonta or the Clark Sport Center in Cooperstown, more information is available at the State Department of Health

The Sidney Historical Society will host a Step Back In Time event Saturday at the Sidney Public Library starting at 11:00 AM, society President Larry Halbert explains:

(Larry Halbert 6-12-26)

Admission is free, more information is available at 607-237-4762.

Another Sidney Community Clean-Up will be held at Keith Clark Park on Saturday, the Starting time is set for 9:00 at the park pavilion. Volunteers will help variety of jobs throughout the walking trail areas. some tools will be available, or volunteers may bring their favorite shovels, pruners or other gardening gear. Work gloves should be worn.

The Children's Home will have a Foster Care and Adoption information session tonight at the Sidney Library, Meryl Juster conducts the session and said that tonight's session is more informal:

(Meryl Juster 5-20-26)

More information about foster care is available at 607-765-9059.

Delaware Valley Humane Society & Waste Recovery Enterprises are teaming up for the Spring "Heavy Metal Haul-Out" through the end of this month. Interested participants can bring scrap metal to the large bin across from WRE on Valley View Road off of State Route 7 in Sidney. WRE donates the money they get for the scrap metal to the Delaware Valley Humane Society.

Area School District budgets were passed yesterday, mostly by large margins. Sidney voters approved the budget, the purchase of 2 Diesel busses & the library budget, budgets and propositions passed in Franklin, GMU, BG, Unatego & Afton. Norwich School District voters voted against a plan to sell the Flanagan Field property, which would have allowed for a housing complex to be built there, Milford voters decided against a plan to eliminate seats on the School Board, in Oxford voters turned down a proposal for the purchase of zero emissions vehicles. ============================================

THE TRI-COUNTY SENIORS final presentation in their series regarding end of life issues, will be today at the Sidney Library, Spokesperson Carol Allen explains:

(Carol Allen 5-13-26)

The discussion will run from 10:30AM TO 12:00 NOON, in the Smart Community Room.

The Tri-County Seniors will present the 2nd of 3 discussions regarding end of decisions that seniors will have to make, Organizer Carol Allen told WCDO News about today's discussion:

(Carol Allen 4-15-26)

The program will be held in the Smart Community Room at the Sidney Public Library starting at 10:30 this morning.

The National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum today announced that artifacts from Team Venezuela, have been acquired by the Hall, after Venezuela’s 3-2 win over Team USA, to win the World Baseball Classic Tuesday night in Miami Florida. The Museum acquired Helmet worn by WBC Most Valuable Player Maikel Garcia in the championship game, Venezuela-themed shoes worn by closer Danny Palencia in the championship game, Batting gloves worn by Eugenio Suárez when he hit the game-winning double. Other artifacts were acquired from manager Omar López, Wilyer Abreu & Salvador Perez

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-18-26

The Tri-County Seniors will begin a 3 part series regarding End Of Life Issues starting today at the Sidney Library Smart Community Room, Spokesperson Carol Allen explains:

(Carol Allen 2-10-26)

The next in the series will be held on April 15th & May 13th also at the Sidney Library, Pre Registration is requested by calling 607-563-8065, or by email tricountyseniorcenter@yahoo.com.

The State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities will be holding walk in interviews for those interested in positions with the Department, today from 12:00 to 3:00 PM on March 6th at the Sidney Memorial Public Library, spokesman Joe Ramsey explains:

(Joe Ramsey 2-25-26)

More information is available by calling 607-240-4786 or by email Broome.Careers@opwdd.ny.gov.

The State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities will be holding walk in interviews for those interested in positions with the Department, on March 6th at the Sidney Memorial Public Library, spokesman Joe Ramsey explains:

(Joe Ramsey 2-25-26)

More information is available by calling 607-240-4786 or by email Broome.Careers@opwdd.ny.gov.

The 2026 Southern Tier Music Fest Valentine’s Promotion with discounted tickets started today, spokesperson Teri Schunk explained:

(Teri Schunk 2-12-26)

Performers on July 4th at the Sidney Municipal Airport include Matt Vroman, Jessie Kay Band, Rylee Lum Band, The Bennett Hall Band, The Matt Beadle Experience & headliner Jackson Dean, the tickets are available at southerntiermusicfest.com.

Congressman Josh Riley's team will be in Walton today meeting with constituents that need assistance with federal agencies for issues with Medicare, Social Security, veterans' benefits. Riley's team will be available from 1:00 - 3:00 PM at the Ogden Free Library at 42 Gardiner Place. for those who can not attend, call (607) 242-0200 or visit riley.house.gov.

The Tri-County Seniors will present a 3 part series regarding End Of Life Issues on March 18th, April 15th & May 13th at the Sidney Library Smart Community Room, Spokesperson Carol Allen explains:

(Carol Allen 2-10-26)

Pre Registration is requested by calling 607-563-8065, or by email tricountyseniorcenter@yahoo.com.

The Sidney Memorial Public Library is receiving a state grant to maintain accessibility in its building, by replacing an elevator, Sidney Library Director Patrick McGowan explains:

(Patrick McGowan 1-6-26)

McGowan said that the library hopes to award the bid next month and have the project beginning in the Spring & possibly completed by the end of June.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 1-6-26

State Police arrested 25 year old Cagan Sodan of Greene after he was involved in a domestic dispute. State Police responded to a residence on English Lane in Greene, a Trooper encountered Sodan, who was uncooperative & attempted to grab the Trooper’s service weapon from its holster. The Trooper was able to restrain Sodan and take him into custody. Sodan did have an injury to his hand that he sustained from punching a window, prior to his encounter with the Trooper. The Trooper was not injured. Sodan has been charged with Attempted Robbery, Attempted Assault, Reckless Endangerment, Criminal Mischief & Obstructing Governmental Administration, he was transported to the Chenango County Jail for Centralized Arraignment where he was remanded until his next court date on January 8, 2026.

Country Music Performer Jason Michael Carroll will be performing at the Sidney High School Friday night, to benefit Toys for Tots & Operation Merry Christmas. He told WCDO News about how his military career & his music career made this a natural fit:

(Jason Michael Carroll 12-18-25)

Ed Curley of Curley Wealth Management is one of the sponsors of tomorrow night's show:

(Ed Curley 12-18-25)

The Show will be at 7:00 PM at the Sidney High school Friday Night.

Congressman Josh Riley's team will be in Walton today to assist constituents with Medicare, Social Security, veterans' benefits or any other issue involving a federal agency. Riley's aids will be at the Ogden Free Library on Gardiner Place from 1:00 - 4:00 PM, for those who can't make the Walton event, but need help with an issue, call (607) 242-0200 or visit riley.house.gov.

The Sidney American Legion will have their annual Kids Christmas Party on Saturday, from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm at 22 Union Street. Children that attend will see a Magic Show, receive Goodie Bags & Lunch and they will have A visit from Santa.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 12-11-25

A Windsor man is facing felony charges after attempting to break into a residence and being tracked down in the snow by Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies in the Town of Chenango. On Tuesday evening, Road Patrol responded to a burglar alarm on Russell Road, members noticed that the back door of the residence had been forced open, they eventually found footprints in the snow, they found 42 year old Scott Evanchof of Windsor wearing boots that matched the footprints, he admitted that he attempted to break into the residence & was charged with Burglary & Criminal Mischief, he was arraigned Following arraignment, Evanchof was remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility, where he is currently in custody.

Congressman Josh Riley's Team will be in Walton today, to talk with constituents who may be having issues with federal agencies, Medicare, Social Security, veterans' benefits or any other issue, Members of Riley's casework team will be at the Ogden Free Library from 1:00 - 4:00 PM.

Sidney Community Foundation and the Sidney Rotary are teaming up to host a seminar on Advanced Techniques in charitable gifting, including as part of estate planning. the seminar will be held at the Sidney Library Smart Community Room at 6:30 PM this evening.

Sidney Community Foundation and the Sidney Rotary are teaming up to host a seminar on Advanced Techniques in charitable gifting, including as part of estate planning. Spokesman Whit Whitaker explains:

(Whit Whitaker 11-11-25)

Whitaker said that 20% of Americans over age 50 have no children, and they may decide to leave money to specific charities, like the Rotary club or other local charities, the seminar will be held at the Sidney Library Smart Community Room at 6:30 PM on November 20th.

The Village of Sidney announced that the Village Clerks office is closed Today in observance of Veterans Day. The office will reopen Wednesday. Also, Due to unforeseen circumstances Village brush pickup has been extended 1 more week, until this Friday.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-11-25

The Otsego County Sheriff’s announces the arrest of 31 year old Marcus Borggreen & 26 year old Destiny Grant both of Mt. Upton, following a trespass complaint in the Town of Westford. Deputies were dispatched to a residence for a report of 2 subjects, they were located inside the basement of the residence, and were detained and were in possession of MDMA, narcotic drugs, and several weapons. the pair are facing numerous drug & weapons charges & were transported to the Sheriff’s Office and were turned over to the Jail to be held for Arraignment.

The Deadline to sign up families for Operation Merry Christmas is this Friday, spokesperson Lisa Streigler explains the process:

(Lisa Streigler 10-29-25)

The giveaway days will be on December 12th & 13th at the AO Fox Hospital Tri Town Campus on Pearl Street in Sidney again this year.

Students with a total family income up to $175,000 will be able to attend Colgate University tuition-free, and those with family incomes of up to $200,000 will have their demonstrated aid need met without loans starting in the fall of 2026, as part of the expansion of the Colgate Commitment, program to increase access and affordability, first launched in 2020. More information is available at colgate.edu/colgatecommitment.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 10-29-25

The City of Oneonta is planing 3 days of events next July around the Independence Day holiday, Oneonta City Historian Mark Simonson told WCDO news that they are holding a meeting tonight to discuss their plans & gather input for "America 250":

(Mark Simonson 10-29-25)

The meeting will be held at 6:30 PM at the Huntington Memorial Library at 62 Chestnut street at the top floor meeting room, the public is encouraged to attend & participate.

The Sidney Memorial Library & libraries around the state are participating in the “Great Give Back,” back Saturday. Sidney Library is collecting dry dog & cat food, and cleaning supplies for the Delaware Valley Humane Society, more information is available at sidneylibrary.org, more information about pets up for adoption can be obtained by calling the Humane Society at (607) 563-7780.

The Sidney Library was closed once again today due to an unforeseen circumstance, people can check the Sidney Library Facebook page for their latest status.

The Sidney Police Department has added K9 Chase, to the department, he is handled by Officer Royce Terry & he is a 1 year old Dutch Shepherd. Officer Terry told WCDO news about his new canine partner, and how the community support by area businesses, private donations, & the Sidney Central School district has been outstanding:

(Royce Terry 10-16-25)

K9 Chase replaces K9 Riggs who was retired as a police dog this month, but will continue to live with Officer Terry's family, the program has no cost to taxpayers and Chase will be ready for his position in February.

The Annual Sidney Veterans Memorial Park fundraising Bowling tournament will be held November 1, 2, 8, & 9th at East Main Lanes in Sidney this year, Park President Doug Barnard explains:

(Doug Barnard 10-16-25)

Barnard said that a fundraising raffle will also be held, with the winners of 3 prizes to be announced on November 9th, Money raised will go for the upkeep of the park on River Street, all interested bowlers and sponsors can contact East Main Lanes, more information is available on the Sidney Veterans Memorial Park Facebook page.

Sidney Village Library today announced that they are closed today due to unforeseen circumstances, they hope to reopen with normal hours & programs on Friday.

The Sidney Memorial Library is participating along with other libraries around the state for the “Great Give Back,” Sidney Library Director Patrick McGowan explains:

(Patrick McGowan 10-14-25)

McGowan said that the idea for the Great give back started on Long Island and spread through the rest of the state, more information is available at sidneylibrary.org, more information about pets up for adoption can be obtained by calling the Humane Society at (607) 563-7780.

The Sidney Memorial Library is participating along with other libraries around the state for the "Great Give Back," Sidney Library Director Patrick McGowan explains:

(Patrick McGowan 10-1-25)

McGowan said that the idea for the Great give back started on Long Island and spread through the rest of the state, more information is available at sidneylibrary.org, more information about pets up for adoption can be obtained by calling the Humane Society at (607) 563-7780.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-28-25

Sidney Police Department received a fraud complaint, where teh vicitm was scammed by an elaborate scheme to defraud and had already lost $57,000. The scammers were able to gain the trust of the victim by posing as a Microsoft computer virus technician and a bank fraud technician, Police learned that the victim was being directed to withdraw another large sum of money by the scammers, Sidney Police & the State Police BCI unit set up a sting operation, which led to the arrested of 42 year old Xueyu Luo of New York City into custody. Luop was charged Grand larceny, Tampering with physical evidence, Scheme to defraud, Resisting arrest and Obstruction of governmental administration, Luo was processed & was transported to the Delaware County Jail to await arraignment, He was released on his own recognizance to appear back in court at a later date. The investigation is ongoing.

Area Congressman Josh Riley will send his team to Oneonta for Mobile Office Hours today, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Huntington Memorial Library at 62 Chestnut Street. Congressman Riley’s team will meet with constituents and assist them with issues such as Medicare, Social Security, veterans' benefits, passport delays, or any other issue involving a federal agency.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-21-25

Oneonta Fire Department responded at about 1:30 this morning to a structure fire at 5 Grand Street. An Occupant in 1 of the apartments reported a kitchen fire, crews found light smoke showing from the exterior of the building, they encountered heavy smoke and poor visibility on the 2nd floor, they located the involved apartment and quickly extinguished the fire. The Department reported that all 6 residents from the 3 affected apartments have been displaced and will remain so until repairs can be completed. 1 occupant was taken to A.O. Fox Hospital for evaluation, 1 resident's cat perished in the fire. Assistance was provided by the Sidney Fire Department FAST Team, West Oneonta Fire Department was on stand-by, the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

The Sidney Veteran's Memorial Park will have an Installation Ceremony Saturday, Park president Doug Barnard explains:

(Doug Barnard 5-21-25)

Barnard also said that their Fundraising Golf Tournament will be held on June 7th at the Sidney Golf Course.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-21-25

Many of the Southern Tier area schools had their budgets passed by voters on Tuesday, however not all of the results are in this morning. Locally, Voters in the Sidney Central School District approved the budget 147-43, they also passed the bus proposition & the Sidney Luibrary budget, Bainbridge-Guilford School Budget passes 180-78, Franklin had their budget, bus & library votes passed, other local who schools who reported budget votes passing by substantial margins were Unatego, Oneonta, GMU, DEPOSIT, WALTON, Afton, UNADILLA VALLEY, Greene, Harpursville.

The Harris Memorial Library in Otego will host their annual "Silver Tea" Sunday at 1:00 PM. Winners for the raffle will be announced for those who purchased tickets in the last 4 weeks.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-6-24

The Sidney Chamber of Commerce Holly Jolly annual parade & Christmas activities will be held this evening, Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:

(Teri Schunk 12-6-24)

Anyone interested in participating in the parade can just line up in the plaza paring lot, there is no pre-registration required.

The 17th Annual Holidays in the Hamlet celebration will be held Saturday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Sidney Center Fire Station, Sidney Center Improvement group president Mike Sellitti explains:

(Mike Sellitti 12-6-24)

More information about future Group events benefiting the park & the hamlet can be found on the Sidney Center Improvement Group Facebook page.

The Jericho Arts Council and The Bainbridge Free Library Presents The Muppet Christmas Carol Movie and a Christmas music sing along Saturday, @ 2 PM at the Bainbridge Town Hall. The event is a Benefit for the Bainbridge and Sidney Food Pantries, admission is a Food or cash donation, more information is available at (607) 288 - 3882 for Information, go to jerichoarts.com for full Fall 2024 Schedule

Lambrecht Auction in Sidney announced their 2nd Annual Sidney EMS Charity event to raise money for the Emergency squad, on November 15th. Jared Lambrecht visited WCDO & explained that they are looking for companies to donate items for the fundraiser:

(Jared Lambrecht 10-28-24)

More information is available online at laibids.com, last year they raised about $18,000 for the Sidney Emergency Squad.

41 year old Brian Canfield of Greene appeared in Delaware County Court for sentencing for Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs. Back on February 17th, Sidney police observed a vehicle parked and running with headlights on at the Sidney Memorial Public Library after the library was closed, a male was slumped over in the driver’s seat. Canfield failed the Standard Field Sobriety Testing, & drug paraphernalia was found in the vehicle, Canfield admitted that he was under the influence of Amphetamine, Methamphetamine, and Fentanyl. Canfield was sentenced to 5 years’ felony probation, if he violates the conditions of his probation, he is subject to being re-sentenced to 1 and 1/3 to 4 years in State Prison.

The Broadway In Binghamton annual "Test Drive Your Seat" event is coming next week at the Forum Theatre in Binghamton, Tina Niles of NAC Entertainment explains:

(Tina Niles 8-1-24)

Among the shows featured this season, "Ain't Too Proud to Beg", “The Cher Show”, “The Addams Family” & “Chicago”, more information is available at nacentertainment.com

A.M. NEWS Thursday 8-1-24

Brian Canfield of Greene pleaded guilty to Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs in Delaware County Court Wednesday. Canfield appeared in Delaware County Court for a conference on his pending indictment, On February 17, 2024, Sidney Police Officer Royce Terry observed a motor vehicle parked in the library parking lot after it was closed, with Canfield slumped over the steering wheel, and the engine was running, Canfield was under the influence of Methamphetamine and Fentanyl. Canfield will be sentenced to 5 years of felony probation supervision, he faces sentencing on September 23rd.

The Sidney Democratic Committee will hold another meeting tonight at the Sidney Library Community Room with guest speakers, according to spokesperson Pam Gilbert:

(Pam Gilbert 6-5-24)

Vicki Davis is running in the 121st State Assembly District, The meeting will run from 6:00 to 7:30 pm, more information is available at 607 604 4545.

The Next Sidney Chamber of Commerce meeting will be held this morning at 8:00 AM. The meeting will be held at the Sidney Golf & Country Club.

About 30 residents from Morris and surrounding towns met at the Morris Firehouse on May 23 for a follow-up to the news that Sidney Federal Credit Union intends to establish banking services in the Village of Morris. The meeting was organized by the Butternut Valley Alliance, whose task force began working to find an alternate bank when Community Bank, N.A. ended 167 years of banking services in Morris on January 19, Maggie Brenner of the Butternut Valley Alliance explains:

(Maggie Brenner 5-28-24)

Present at the meeting were SFCU president and CEO Jim Reynolds and Andrew Smith, SFCU’s vice president of sales and marketing, who gave updates on the status of the SFCU-BVA agreement and answered questions from the public. The meeting was recorded and is available on YouTube.

A fundraiser is scheduled for this Saturday at the Sidney American Legion on Union Street, for 5 year old Rowan DeCocker of Bainbridge, who is battling brain Cancer, co-organizer Brenda Flowers told WCDO News about Rowans's Treatment so far:

(Brenda Flowers 5-28-24)

On Saturday, the Legion Riders will be hosting a ride to raise money at $20.00 a bike starting at 9:00 AM, The rest of the activities get underway at about 11:00 Saturday at the legion with food, bands, a corn hole tournament & about 50 raffle baskets, with proceeds going to help with Rowan's medical expenses.

The Sidney High School Flood Monitoring Team will be giving a special presentation for the public in the Smart Community Room at the Sidney Memorial Public Library Today at 6:00PM. Rich Townsend was a Science Teacher at Sidney at the start of the program in 2007, & is still guiding the program, he told WCDO about the presentation:

(Rich Townsend 5-28-24)

Townsend said anyone interested in donating to the project should email: rtownsend@sidneycsd.org. The presentation this evening is free & open to the public.

The Sidney High School Flood Monitoring Team will be giving a special presentation for the public in the Smart Community Room at the Sidney Memorial Public Library on Tuesday, May 28th at 6PM. Rich Townsend was a Science Teacher at Sidney at the start of the program in 2007, & is still guiding the program, he told WCDO about donations that they have received recently & what the money will be used for:

(Rich Townsend 5-21-24)

Townsend said that the students have given several presentations about the flood monitoring program. Anyone interested in donating to the project should email: rtownsend@sidneycsd.org. The presentation on the 28th is free & open to the public.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 5-21-24

Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 25 year old Sean Gillespie of Delhi on a bench warrant for failing to appear in court to answer to a drug related charge, issued out of the Town of Delhi. On May 9th, Deputies were contacted by the City Oneonta Police Department, who advised that they who had taken Gillespie into custody, he was turned over to central arraignment processing at the Delaware County Jail to await arraignment.

2 Red Cross Blood Drives will be held today, one at the Sidney American Legion on Union Street from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, another in Cooperstown at the Bassett Hall Auditorium from 12:30 TO 6:30 P.M. Appointments can be made at 1-800 RED CROSS, REDCROSSBLOOD.ORG or with the RED CROSS BLOOD DONOR APP.