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WCDO News — Tuesday 9-2-25
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-2-25
Governor Hochul is reminding New York parents to visit ny.gov/phonefree to review the distraction-free learning policy for their child’s school district or charter school, as they must implement bell-to-bell restrictions on smartphones and other internet-enabled personal devices. The ny.gov/phonefree webpage enables parents and students to look up the distraction-free policies published by approximately 1,080 school districts around the state
The City of Norwich is one of this year’s Preserve New York grantees, they will receive $20,000 to fund the Broad Street-Main Street Historic District Nomination. The City's district includes 21 contiguous buildings located between Main Street at the northern boundary to Hayes Street at the southern boundary. The Designation will update information from previously prepared National Register Nominations and encourage owners to invest in preserving and improving their historic buildings.
On Saturday, September 6th, from 11 am. to 3 pm., the New York State Police will be hosting a “Service Day” open house event at the State Police Academy on the Harriman State Office Campus at 1220 Washington Avenue in Albany. The event is free & is open to the public, there will be live demonstrations, including our K9 Unit, Aviation Unit, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (drone) unit, Underwater Recovery Team and more. There will also be free child safety seat installations, fun family activities and food trucks.
The Tri-County Chapter of the New York State Women's Inc.'s annual AMBA blood Screening clinic will be held this Saturday at the Sidney Elks'; Lodge of River Street from 6:00 to 10:00 AM. Participants must have a prescription from their Doctor, appointments must be made at 1-800-234-8888.
State Police conducted an Underage Drinking Detail Friday in Delaware County. 12 area business in Sidney, Masonville, Walton, Delhi, & Franklin were in compliance, 1 business was not in compliance, as an employee of Carroll and Carvers Wine and Spirits in Sidney was issued an appearance ticket for the violation for Prohibited Sale of Alcohol to a Person Under 21. During these investigations, businesses are checked utilizing a Trooper in plain clothes and one or several underage operatives who cannot lie about their age or provide a false date of birth.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-2-25
19 year old Jayden Aviles of Maryland, New York, appeared in Delaware County Court & pleaded guilty to 1 count of Criminally Negligent Homicide, On September 29, 2024, the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched for a 1 car MVA into a house on State Route 23 in the Town of Davenport, they determined that Aviles was the driver of the vehicle and appeared to be impaired by drugs, his vehicle had hit 2 individuals in the house, with one suffering injuries and the other passing as a result of the crash. Sentencing will be held on November 18th.
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office concluded the death investigation in the Town of Conklin that has been ruled a murder-suicide stemming from an ongoing family dispute. On Friday, August 22nd, 65 year old Michael Shuta of Conklin was found deceased in Montrose, Pennsylvania, Shuta’s death was ruled a suicide from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, Police in Pennsylvania and New York believe that Shuta shot his nephew, 41 year old Matthew Slavetskas of Conklin, who was found dead by Officers at his Brady Hill Road residence. Detectives reported that both pistols used in the murder and the suicide were registered to Shuta.
21 year old Joseph Vanblarcom of Middletown was sentenced in Delaware County Court last week to 1 year in prison for Grand Larceny. Vanblarcom admitted that he and 2 other individuals entered City of New York property and stole a DEP owned woodchipper. VanBlarcom was placed on interim probation after his conviction, but he violated his probation when he was arrested for DWI in Ulster County, which increased his sentence to jail time.
The Chenango County Historical Society won a Technical Assistance grant, which will go for a Specialized Conservation Study for the roof of their building, the former Ward School No. 2, on Rexford Street in Norwich, Executive Director Jessica Moquin explains:
(Jessica Moquin 8-29-25)
The Preservation League of New York State and the State Council on the Arts selected 31 applicants in 20 counties to receive support totaling $347,500. Chenango County Historical Society will be working with Delta Engineers, Architects, & Surveyors to finalize roof replacement plans shortly.
Governor Hochul is reminding New York parents to visit ny.gov/phonefree to review the distraction-free learning policy for their child’s school district or charter school, as they must implement bell-to-bell restrictions on smartphones and other internet-enabled personal devices. The ny.gov/phonefree webpage enables parents and students to look up the distraction-free policies published by approximately 1,080 school districts around the state
The City of Norwich is one of this year’s Preserve New York grantees, they will receive $20,000 to fund the Broad Street-Main Street Historic District Nomination. The City's district includes 21 contiguous buildings located between Main Street at the northern boundary to Hayes Street at the southern boundary. The Designation will update information from previously prepared National Register Nominations and encourage owners to invest in preserving and improving their historic buildings.
On Saturday, September 6th, from 11 am. to 3 pm., the New York State Police will be hosting a “Service Day” open house event at the State Police Academy on the Harriman State Office Campus at 1220 Washington Avenue in Albany. The event is free & is open to the public, there will be live demonstrations, including our K9 Unit, Aviation Unit, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (drone) unit, Underwater Recovery Team and more. There will also be free child safety seat installations, fun family activities and food trucks.
The Tri-County Chapter of the New York State Women's Inc.'s annual AMBA blood Screening clinic will be held this Saturday at the Sidney Elks'; Lodge of River Street from 6:00 to 10:00 AM. Participants must have a prescription from their Doctor, appointments must be made at 1-800-234-8888.
State Police conducted an Underage Drinking Detail Friday in Delaware County. 12 area business in Sidney, Masonville, Walton, Delhi, & Franklin were in compliance, 1 business was not in compliance, as an employee of Carroll and Carvers Wine and Spirits in Sidney was issued an appearance ticket for the violation for Prohibited Sale of Alcohol to a Person Under 21. During these investigations, businesses are checked utilizing a Trooper in plain clothes and one or several underage operatives who cannot lie about their age or provide a false date of birth.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-2-25
19 year old Jayden Aviles of Maryland, New York, appeared in Delaware County Court & pleaded guilty to 1 count of Criminally Negligent Homicide, On September 29, 2024, the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched for a 1 car MVA into a house on State Route 23 in the Town of Davenport, they determined that Aviles was the driver of the vehicle and appeared to be impaired by drugs, his vehicle had hit 2 individuals in the house, with one suffering injuries and the other passing as a result of the crash. Sentencing will be held on November 18th.
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office concluded the death investigation in the Town of Conklin that has been ruled a murder-suicide stemming from an ongoing family dispute. On Friday, August 22nd, 65 year old Michael Shuta of Conklin was found deceased in Montrose, Pennsylvania, Shuta’s death was ruled a suicide from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, Police in Pennsylvania and New York believe that Shuta shot his nephew, 41 year old Matthew Slavetskas of Conklin, who was found dead by Officers at his Brady Hill Road residence. Detectives reported that both pistols used in the murder and the suicide were registered to Shuta.
21 year old Joseph Vanblarcom of Middletown was sentenced in Delaware County Court last week to 1 year in prison for Grand Larceny. Vanblarcom admitted that he and 2 other individuals entered City of New York property and stole a DEP owned woodchipper. VanBlarcom was placed on interim probation after his conviction, but he violated his probation when he was arrested for DWI in Ulster County, which increased his sentence to jail time.
The Chenango County Historical Society won a Technical Assistance grant, which will go for a Specialized Conservation Study for the roof of their building, the former Ward School No. 2, on Rexford Street in Norwich, Executive Director Jessica Moquin explains:
(Jessica Moquin 8-29-25)
The Preservation League of New York State and the State Council on the Arts selected 31 applicants in 20 counties to receive support totaling $347,500. Chenango County Historical Society will be working with Delta Engineers, Architects, & Surveyors to finalize roof replacement plans shortly.
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WCDO News — Thursday 4-10-25
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-10-25
Delaware County District Attorney Shawn Smith announced the unsealing of a 5 count Indictment against 34 year old John Pierre Regazzi of Delhi. Regazzi was indicted for 1st degree Rape, Criminal Sexual Act, assault, menacing & unlawful imprisonment involving the same unidentified victim.
State Police in Saratoga and the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office are currently investigating an officer-involved shooting at the State Police location on state Route 9 in Malta at about 1:40 PM Wednesday. An unidentified individual started firing a rifle at the barracks, troopers responded & the suspect is deceased. Two troopers suffered minor injuries. The investigation is continuing.
State Police announced that an injured bald eagle that was hit on February 27th by a vehicle in Oxford, has been returned to the wild. State Troopers & the DEC responded to the scene, the eagle was taken to the Janet Swanson Wildlife Hospital at Cornell, the eagles was bruised but did not have broken bones. The eagle was sent to the Feathered and Furry Wildlife Center and after the completed rehabilitation, the eagle was released back into wild after 6 weeks. Video of the release is available on the State Police Facebook page.
Agri-Mark Incorporated of Vermont has recalled 189 cases of Cabot Creamery 8-ounce premium butter, Consumers should not eat or use the recalled butter, which has an expiration date of September 9th. Agri-Mark officials said that they have recovered 99.5% of the potentially contaminated lot before it was sold to consumers, it was found to contain Coliform bacteria, Cabot products are sold in several states, including in New York.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-10-25
Broome County Sheriff’s Office & Binghamton Police conducted targeted enforcement last Friday as part of the State Gun Involved Violence Elimination initiative, they performed a total of 19 vehicle stops, among those arrested, 18 year old Isaac Decker of Chenango for speeding, DWI, Reckless Endangerment & several other charges after Decker caused a a 2-car motor vehicle accident at the Court Street roundabout. The Detail also arrested 42 year old Jesten Hyde of Conklin for a variety of drug charges, Hyde was found to possess 23 grams of methamphetamine. The initiative also resulted in drug charges against 38 year old Christopher Pierre of Endicott, for possessing cocaine, methamphetamine and a schedule 2 controlled substance.
28 year old Keisha Wright of Hancock appeared in Delaware County Court Tuesday & was sentenced to 1 year in jail for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property. In October of 2023, a State Trooper located a stolen credit card in a store in Deposit they were able to identify Wright as the individual that dropped the card. The credit card was not used, & the owner had canceled it. Wright admitted in court that she possessed the stolen credit card & intended to use it. She was due to be sentenced to a 9 month prison term, but she failed to appear for sentencing, she was located, arrested & was returned Delaware County Court where Judge Hubbard imposed imposed an enhanced sentence
An Oneida County Grand Jury met Wednesday regarding the death of Midstate Correctional inmate Messiah Nantwi, who died March 1st. 15 staff members at both Midstate and Marcy Correctional are on leave or suspended in connection with the case. The Grand Jury will determine if there is evidence to indict them.
Amphenol Aerospace in Sidney is celebrating 100 years in the village this year, with an Open House in July among the celebrations. Chris Cappello is the Director of Marketing Communications, and he told WCDO News that Amphenol & Sidney has a tremendous reputation across the globe:
(Chris Cappello 4-10-25)
Cappello is also authoring a book about the Amphenol History, which should be ready by the July 19th open house, the full interview with Cappello can be heard this evening, following the 6:00 PM news here on WCDO.
Delaware County District Attorney Shawn Smith announced the unsealing of a 5 count Indictment against 34 year old John Pierre Regazzi of Delhi. Regazzi was indicted for 1st degree Rape, Criminal Sexual Act, assault, menacing & unlawful imprisonment involving the same unidentified victim.
State Police in Saratoga and the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office are currently investigating an officer-involved shooting at the State Police location on state Route 9 in Malta at about 1:40 PM Wednesday. An unidentified individual started firing a rifle at the barracks, troopers responded & the suspect is deceased. Two troopers suffered minor injuries. The investigation is continuing.
State Police announced that an injured bald eagle that was hit on February 27th by a vehicle in Oxford, has been returned to the wild. State Troopers & the DEC responded to the scene, the eagle was taken to the Janet Swanson Wildlife Hospital at Cornell, the eagles was bruised but did not have broken bones. The eagle was sent to the Feathered and Furry Wildlife Center and after the completed rehabilitation, the eagle was released back into wild after 6 weeks. Video of the release is available on the State Police Facebook page.
Agri-Mark Incorporated of Vermont has recalled 189 cases of Cabot Creamery 8-ounce premium butter, Consumers should not eat or use the recalled butter, which has an expiration date of September 9th. Agri-Mark officials said that they have recovered 99.5% of the potentially contaminated lot before it was sold to consumers, it was found to contain Coliform bacteria, Cabot products are sold in several states, including in New York.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-10-25
Broome County Sheriff’s Office & Binghamton Police conducted targeted enforcement last Friday as part of the State Gun Involved Violence Elimination initiative, they performed a total of 19 vehicle stops, among those arrested, 18 year old Isaac Decker of Chenango for speeding, DWI, Reckless Endangerment & several other charges after Decker caused a a 2-car motor vehicle accident at the Court Street roundabout. The Detail also arrested 42 year old Jesten Hyde of Conklin for a variety of drug charges, Hyde was found to possess 23 grams of methamphetamine. The initiative also resulted in drug charges against 38 year old Christopher Pierre of Endicott, for possessing cocaine, methamphetamine and a schedule 2 controlled substance.
28 year old Keisha Wright of Hancock appeared in Delaware County Court Tuesday & was sentenced to 1 year in jail for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property. In October of 2023, a State Trooper located a stolen credit card in a store in Deposit they were able to identify Wright as the individual that dropped the card. The credit card was not used, & the owner had canceled it. Wright admitted in court that she possessed the stolen credit card & intended to use it. She was due to be sentenced to a 9 month prison term, but she failed to appear for sentencing, she was located, arrested & was returned Delaware County Court where Judge Hubbard imposed imposed an enhanced sentence
An Oneida County Grand Jury met Wednesday regarding the death of Midstate Correctional inmate Messiah Nantwi, who died March 1st. 15 staff members at both Midstate and Marcy Correctional are on leave or suspended in connection with the case. The Grand Jury will determine if there is evidence to indict them.
Amphenol Aerospace in Sidney is celebrating 100 years in the village this year, with an Open House in July among the celebrations. Chris Cappello is the Director of Marketing Communications, and he told WCDO News that Amphenol & Sidney has a tremendous reputation across the globe:
(Chris Cappello 4-10-25)
Cappello is also authoring a book about the Amphenol History, which should be ready by the July 19th open house, the full interview with Cappello can be heard this evening, following the 6:00 PM news here on WCDO.
WCDO News — Monday 12-18-23
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 12-18-23
The heavy rain has slowed down & is changing over to snow showers in some location this afternoon, local Meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO News that there could be some isolated minor flooding:
(Rich Townsend 12-18-23)
Delaware County DPW Commissioner Jim Thomas reported some roads were flooded earlier today, including State Route 357, which was closed between County Route 14 and State Route 28 in Franklin, also Flooding on State Route 10 slowed traffic between Peaks Brook Road in Delhi and County Route 16, 1 lane traffic was being directed by DOT flaggers, County Route 18 above Delhi & County Route 9 were also closed earlier this afternoon. The Otsego County Sheriff's office announced road closures at Piermott Lane and Wileytown Road in the Town of Hartwick, County Highway 48 between Chamberlain Hill and Downey Road Spur in Otego, County Highway 4 between Mill Street and Hilton Street in the Town of Butternuts, County Highway 29 in the town of Springfield & Miller Road in the Town of Pittsfield. Updated road information will posted at 511ny.org.
Following the October announcement of the closure of the Morris branch of Community Bank, N.A., in January, A public meeting, coordinated by Butternut Valley Alliance, was held November 20 to identify the greatest concerns, Maggie Brenner is Vice Chair of the Butternut Valley Alliance, she told WCDO News what options they can pursue for their banking:
(Maggie Brenner 12-18-23)
Brenner said that the Community Bank closing in Morris affects several communities around Morris, and that there has been significant growth in the surrounding area the last couple of years, which they hope warrants a banking institution to set up some sort of bank or credit union locally, and not force everyone to go 20 miles or more to do all of their banking needs.
The Delaware County Toys for Tots Campaign collected 1300 Items and many Cash Donations, which will support Nearly 300 Delaware County Families and 600 Children this Christmas season. This year's campaign was a joint effort from the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce & Delaware Opportunities, with collection boxes at over 20 businesses.
Filmmaker Joseph Stillman will premier his latest movie: "Bear" this weekend in Oneonta, Stillman told WCDO News about his latest film:
(Joseph Stillman 12-18-23)
Stillman said that the movie was filmed around the Gilbertsville area, it was based on his 5-year involvement with a Marine drill instructor and 25 other veterans. The premier of "Bear" will be this Friday & Saturday at Foothills Performing Arts Center, at 5:00pm and 7:30pm both days, Tickets are available at the box office or at bearthemovieinfo.ticketleap.com/bear.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will have their next meeting Tuesday morning. Chamber members & Directors are encouraged to attend the meeting, beginning at 7:30 am at the back of Bob's Diner.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 12-18-23
Chaquasja Veale of Norwich was indicted Friday & was charged with 2nd degree murder, for the killing of 44 year old Alisa Ann Martin in her Norwich home July 6th. Veale had been staying in Martin's home, she died died by strangulation, Veale was being held on bail in the Chenango County Jail pending future court action.
The number of full-time local government workers employed outside of New York City shrank 7.9% from 2007 through 2022, according to a report by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. New York’s decline in local government employment is in contrast to the nation, which saw a 2% increase in the number of full-time employees over this 15-year period. Local government workforce levels were most impacted by two key events during this time – the Great Recession of 2007-09 and the COVID-19 pandemic. School districts were the largest local government employer in 2022, Counties were second, followed by cities and villages and towns.
Congressman Marc Molinaro will host a 'Coffee With Your Congressman' meeting today, from 6:30pm to 7:30pm at the Park Diner & Restaurant at 119 Conklin Ave, Binghamton. This event will be open to the public and give constituents an opportunity to connect with Molinaro, ask questions, or share feedback.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will return this year to honor fallen State Trooper Christopher Skinner, who served for 13 years & was killed in a hit and run in 2014 while conducting a routine traffic stop on Interstate 81 in the Town of Chenango. This Year's Blood Drive will be held on December 26 at Five Mile Point Fire Company in Kirkwood, from 12 to 6 pm, appointment are available at RedCrossBlood.org, call 1(800) Red Cross or download the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
The heavy rain has slowed down & is changing over to snow showers in some location this afternoon, local Meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO News that there could be some isolated minor flooding:
(Rich Townsend 12-18-23)
Delaware County DPW Commissioner Jim Thomas reported some roads were flooded earlier today, including State Route 357, which was closed between County Route 14 and State Route 28 in Franklin, also Flooding on State Route 10 slowed traffic between Peaks Brook Road in Delhi and County Route 16, 1 lane traffic was being directed by DOT flaggers, County Route 18 above Delhi & County Route 9 were also closed earlier this afternoon. The Otsego County Sheriff's office announced road closures at Piermott Lane and Wileytown Road in the Town of Hartwick, County Highway 48 between Chamberlain Hill and Downey Road Spur in Otego, County Highway 4 between Mill Street and Hilton Street in the Town of Butternuts, County Highway 29 in the town of Springfield & Miller Road in the Town of Pittsfield. Updated road information will posted at 511ny.org.
Following the October announcement of the closure of the Morris branch of Community Bank, N.A., in January, A public meeting, coordinated by Butternut Valley Alliance, was held November 20 to identify the greatest concerns, Maggie Brenner is Vice Chair of the Butternut Valley Alliance, she told WCDO News what options they can pursue for their banking:
(Maggie Brenner 12-18-23)
Brenner said that the Community Bank closing in Morris affects several communities around Morris, and that there has been significant growth in the surrounding area the last couple of years, which they hope warrants a banking institution to set up some sort of bank or credit union locally, and not force everyone to go 20 miles or more to do all of their banking needs.
The Delaware County Toys for Tots Campaign collected 1300 Items and many Cash Donations, which will support Nearly 300 Delaware County Families and 600 Children this Christmas season. This year's campaign was a joint effort from the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce & Delaware Opportunities, with collection boxes at over 20 businesses.
Filmmaker Joseph Stillman will premier his latest movie: "Bear" this weekend in Oneonta, Stillman told WCDO News about his latest film:
(Joseph Stillman 12-18-23)
Stillman said that the movie was filmed around the Gilbertsville area, it was based on his 5-year involvement with a Marine drill instructor and 25 other veterans. The premier of "Bear" will be this Friday & Saturday at Foothills Performing Arts Center, at 5:00pm and 7:30pm both days, Tickets are available at the box office or at bearthemovieinfo.ticketleap.com/bear.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will have their next meeting Tuesday morning. Chamber members & Directors are encouraged to attend the meeting, beginning at 7:30 am at the back of Bob's Diner.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 12-18-23
Chaquasja Veale of Norwich was indicted Friday & was charged with 2nd degree murder, for the killing of 44 year old Alisa Ann Martin in her Norwich home July 6th. Veale had been staying in Martin's home, she died died by strangulation, Veale was being held on bail in the Chenango County Jail pending future court action.
The number of full-time local government workers employed outside of New York City shrank 7.9% from 2007 through 2022, according to a report by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. New York’s decline in local government employment is in contrast to the nation, which saw a 2% increase in the number of full-time employees over this 15-year period. Local government workforce levels were most impacted by two key events during this time – the Great Recession of 2007-09 and the COVID-19 pandemic. School districts were the largest local government employer in 2022, Counties were second, followed by cities and villages and towns.
Congressman Marc Molinaro will host a 'Coffee With Your Congressman' meeting today, from 6:30pm to 7:30pm at the Park Diner & Restaurant at 119 Conklin Ave, Binghamton. This event will be open to the public and give constituents an opportunity to connect with Molinaro, ask questions, or share feedback.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will return this year to honor fallen State Trooper Christopher Skinner, who served for 13 years & was killed in a hit and run in 2014 while conducting a routine traffic stop on Interstate 81 in the Town of Chenango. This Year's Blood Drive will be held on December 26 at Five Mile Point Fire Company in Kirkwood, from 12 to 6 pm, appointment are available at RedCrossBlood.org, call 1(800) Red Cross or download the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
ALISA ANN MARTINAmerican red CrossBAINBRIDGE CHAMBER OF COMMERCEButternut Valley AllianceChaquasja VealeCOMMUNTIY BANK NACONGRESSMAN MARC MOLINARODelaware County Chamber of CommerceDELAWARE COUNTY DPW COMMISSIONER JIM THOMASDELAWARE COUNTY TOYS FOR TOTSDELAWARE OPPORTUNITIESFoothills Performing Arts CenterHARTWICKJOSEPH STILLMANKirkwoodMAGGIE BRENNERMorrisNew YorkNorwichNYOTSEGO COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICEPARK DINER BINGHAMTONRich TownsendState Comptroller Thomas DiNapoliSTATE TROOPER CHRISTOPHER SKINNERTOWN OF BUTTERNUTSTOWN OF PITTSFIELDWCDO
WCDO News — Monday 5-16-22
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 5-16-22
The CDC reports that COVID-19 sub-variants continuing to spread, with all but 1 county in New York State designated as medium or high-risk. The State Health Department recommends that people wear masks in indoor public spaces, regardless of vaccination status. 45 counties in New York are now designated as high-risk, up from 36 counties just a week ago, another 16 counties have been designated as medium-risk and only The Bronx remains at low-risk levels. The majority of the Northeast states are deemed medium or high-risk for COVID spread of the latest sub variants.
Broome County District Attorney Michael Korchak announced that the State Supreme Appellate Division Third Department upheld the conviction of Michael Gincerowksi Jr. for vehicular manslaughter & DWI. Gincerowksi was convicted 3 years ago for the striking and killing 16-year-old Constance Mazzarese while she was riding her bicycle along State Route 369 in the Town of Fenton, the court ruled that the original conviction & sentence in Broome County Court was the proper verdict & Punishment.
Another lawsuit is being filed to throw out the new redistricting maps that set the boundaries of State Assembly districts. The lawsuit has been filed by a bipartisan group of political activists that contends that the maps drawn by the legislature, it asks for a judge to throw out the Assembly Maps and move all of New York’s primary elections to the same day. Currently, the Assembly & Gubernatorial Primaries are scheduled for June, while the State Senate & Congressional primaries have been moved to August.
The Village of Sidney is preparing for its 250th anniversary celebration June 10th & 11th, Sidney Chamber of Commerce President Teri Schunk comments:
(Teri Schunk 5-16-22)
The Full schedule is available at the Sidney Chamber of Commerce Facebook page, more information is also available at (607) 561-2642 or by email: office@sidneychamber.org.
Catholic Charities announced an "ALL YOU CAN EAT PASTA DINNER" to be held at the Quality Inn on Route 23 in Oneonta this Thursday from 5:u to 7:30 PM. Tickets are $10.00 for adults, $5.00 for children ages 5 to 12, under 5 are free, tickets can be purchased by calling the Sidney office at 607-604-4071.
NYSEG is reporting scattered power outages throughout the region from this afternoon's thunderstorms & High Winds. Several area school district suspended after school activities, Amphenol is asking Main Facility 2nd shift employees to report at 5:30 PM, the plating facilty will operating at their usual schedule.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting tomorrow morning, the meeting will begin at 7:30 at the back of Bob's Diner.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 5-16-22
18 year old Payton Gendron of Conklin has been charged with 1st degree murder, for the mass shooting Saturday at a Buffalo Tops Supermarket, 10 people were killed, 3 injured, Buffalo Police believe that Gendron drove to Buffalo specifically to shoot & kill black people in the supermarket in a predominantly Black neighborhood, Gendron allegedly posted a white supremacist manifesto online, he had previously received a mental health evaluation after making threats of violence in 2021 at Susquehanna Valley High School. Gendron is being held without bail pending court action on Thursday, more charges are expected as the investigation continues, the FBI is investigating.
Attorney General Letitia James today issued an alert urging New Yorkers to beware of potentially fraudulent charities created in the wake of the hate-filled terror attack in Buffalo. Anyone who believes an organization is misrepresenting its work, or that a fundraising or charitable scam is taking place, please contact the Charities Bureau at charities.complaints@ag.ny.gov.
During the Summer months, the American Red Cross typically sees a decline in donors, which can impact patient care. The Red Cross asks people to donate at the next available Blood Drive in their area, one is being held in Sidney today from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the American Legion at 22 Union Street. To schedule an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.
State Police at Deposit arrested 21 year old Marcos Parker of Binghamton for Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument, after a trooper initiated a traffic stop on State Route 17E in the town of Deposit after observing a vehicle speeding. The trooper observed that the letters on the license plate were not raised, like they’re supposed to be. An investigation revealed that Parker had a fake license plate made, he was arrested and his vehicle was towed, he is scheduled to appear in the Deposit Town Court on June 13th.
The CDC reports that COVID-19 sub-variants continuing to spread, with all but 1 county in New York State designated as medium or high-risk. The State Health Department recommends that people wear masks in indoor public spaces, regardless of vaccination status. 45 counties in New York are now designated as high-risk, up from 36 counties just a week ago, another 16 counties have been designated as medium-risk and only The Bronx remains at low-risk levels. The majority of the Northeast states are deemed medium or high-risk for COVID spread of the latest sub variants.
Broome County District Attorney Michael Korchak announced that the State Supreme Appellate Division Third Department upheld the conviction of Michael Gincerowksi Jr. for vehicular manslaughter & DWI. Gincerowksi was convicted 3 years ago for the striking and killing 16-year-old Constance Mazzarese while she was riding her bicycle along State Route 369 in the Town of Fenton, the court ruled that the original conviction & sentence in Broome County Court was the proper verdict & Punishment.
Another lawsuit is being filed to throw out the new redistricting maps that set the boundaries of State Assembly districts. The lawsuit has been filed by a bipartisan group of political activists that contends that the maps drawn by the legislature, it asks for a judge to throw out the Assembly Maps and move all of New York’s primary elections to the same day. Currently, the Assembly & Gubernatorial Primaries are scheduled for June, while the State Senate & Congressional primaries have been moved to August.
The Village of Sidney is preparing for its 250th anniversary celebration June 10th & 11th, Sidney Chamber of Commerce President Teri Schunk comments:
(Teri Schunk 5-16-22)
The Full schedule is available at the Sidney Chamber of Commerce Facebook page, more information is also available at (607) 561-2642 or by email: office@sidneychamber.org.
Catholic Charities announced an "ALL YOU CAN EAT PASTA DINNER" to be held at the Quality Inn on Route 23 in Oneonta this Thursday from 5:u to 7:30 PM. Tickets are $10.00 for adults, $5.00 for children ages 5 to 12, under 5 are free, tickets can be purchased by calling the Sidney office at 607-604-4071.
NYSEG is reporting scattered power outages throughout the region from this afternoon's thunderstorms & High Winds. Several area school district suspended after school activities, Amphenol is asking Main Facility 2nd shift employees to report at 5:30 PM, the plating facilty will operating at their usual schedule.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting tomorrow morning, the meeting will begin at 7:30 at the back of Bob's Diner.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 5-16-22
18 year old Payton Gendron of Conklin has been charged with 1st degree murder, for the mass shooting Saturday at a Buffalo Tops Supermarket, 10 people were killed, 3 injured, Buffalo Police believe that Gendron drove to Buffalo specifically to shoot & kill black people in the supermarket in a predominantly Black neighborhood, Gendron allegedly posted a white supremacist manifesto online, he had previously received a mental health evaluation after making threats of violence in 2021 at Susquehanna Valley High School. Gendron is being held without bail pending court action on Thursday, more charges are expected as the investigation continues, the FBI is investigating.
Attorney General Letitia James today issued an alert urging New Yorkers to beware of potentially fraudulent charities created in the wake of the hate-filled terror attack in Buffalo. Anyone who believes an organization is misrepresenting its work, or that a fundraising or charitable scam is taking place, please contact the Charities Bureau at charities.complaints@ag.ny.gov.
During the Summer months, the American Red Cross typically sees a decline in donors, which can impact patient care. The Red Cross asks people to donate at the next available Blood Drive in their area, one is being held in Sidney today from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the American Legion at 22 Union Street. To schedule an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.
State Police at Deposit arrested 21 year old Marcos Parker of Binghamton for Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument, after a trooper initiated a traffic stop on State Route 17E in the town of Deposit after observing a vehicle speeding. The trooper observed that the letters on the license plate were not raised, like they’re supposed to be. An investigation revealed that Parker had a fake license plate made, he was arrested and his vehicle was towed, he is scheduled to appear in the Deposit Town Court on June 13th.
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WCDO News — Thursday 3-24-22
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-24-22
The State Department of Labor reported that the number of private sector jobs in the Sate increased over the month by 39,800, or 0.5%, to 7,888,300 in February. The State's unemployment rate decreased from 5.3% to 4.9% in February.
This Week is National Poison Prevention Week, the State Division of Consumer Protection is reminding New Yorkers of prevention measures to reduce the risk of poisoning. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission's Annual Report on Pediatric Poisoning Fatalities and Injuries pediatric poisonings involving children under 5 years of age resulted in 43 fatalities in 2020, a 26 percent increase from 2019. Consumers can file a complaint with the Division of Consumer Protection at dos.ny.gov, more information about household poisons is available by calling 800-697-1220.
CDO Workforce in Norwich is offering free in-person training to support job seekers to successfully apply for jobs. The 4-day “Jobs Jump-Start” training series will run from Monday, April 11th to Thursday, April 14th. Class times: 11:00am to 12:30pm. Training will be at the Norwich CDO Workforce Center at 1 O’Hara Drive, Norwich, To register call (607) 334-2201.
227 new Troopers were honored for their perseverance and dedication in completing the 210th session of the Basic School of the New York State Police Academy during graduation exercises at the Empire State Plaza in Albany, New York. Over 50 of the new troopers will be assigned to Troop C in Sidney.
The city of Oneonta announced plans to close West Street between Chestnut and Center streets for 5 months, for a construction project, starting Monday. The project calls for the replacement of water mains, sewer mains, manholes, catch basins and fire hydrants as well as related infrastructure. Detours will be posted, Construction work will be done between 7 am. and 3:30 pm. on week days and is expected to be completed in August prior to the return of students to SUNY Oneonta & Hartwick College.
For National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Oneonta's Muller Plaza will be the site of the "Main Street Goes Blue Event" tomorrow, spokesperson Rebecca Hess explains:
(Rebecca Hess 3-25-22)
The Program runs tomorrow from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM in Oneonta, more information about the program is available at 1-888-345-0225.
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A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-23-22
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 22 year old Leroy Williams of Oneonta following a Domestic Dispute in the Town of Oneonta on March 1st. Williams was charged with Endangering the Welfare of a Child & Harassment, he faces court action shortly.
The American Red Cross has resumed testing all blood, platelet and plasma donations for COVID-19 antibodies. Plasma from routine donations that have high levels of COVID-19 antibodies may be used as convalescent plasma to help meet the needs of COVID-19 patients with weakened immune systems. At the same time, the Red Cross blood supply remains vulnerable, and individuals are urged to schedule a blood or platelet donation. To make an appointment, use the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS. The next blood drive locally will be in Sidney on March 29 from 2:00 to 6:00 PM at the Sidney Elks Lodge, 104 River Street.
State Trooper T.J. Conklin responded to a welfare check of an elderly man at the Whitney Point Rest Area off I-81. Trooper Conklin learned the man’s family accidentally left him behind at the rest stop after he stepped out to stretch his legs. State police say the man had no phone, Trooper Conklin located a family member out of state who was able to connect with the family members in the car. The man’s family realized he wasn’t sleeping in the back seat where he left his jacket over some baggage, They had already traveled 3 hours away, so Trooper Conklin drove the man to Roscoe where they all had dinner together at a local diner.
The State Department of Labor reported that the number of private sector jobs in the Sate increased over the month by 39,800, or 0.5%, to 7,888,300 in February. The State's unemployment rate decreased from 5.3% to 4.9% in February.
This Week is National Poison Prevention Week, the State Division of Consumer Protection is reminding New Yorkers of prevention measures to reduce the risk of poisoning. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission's Annual Report on Pediatric Poisoning Fatalities and Injuries pediatric poisonings involving children under 5 years of age resulted in 43 fatalities in 2020, a 26 percent increase from 2019. Consumers can file a complaint with the Division of Consumer Protection at dos.ny.gov, more information about household poisons is available by calling 800-697-1220.
CDO Workforce in Norwich is offering free in-person training to support job seekers to successfully apply for jobs. The 4-day “Jobs Jump-Start” training series will run from Monday, April 11th to Thursday, April 14th. Class times: 11:00am to 12:30pm. Training will be at the Norwich CDO Workforce Center at 1 O’Hara Drive, Norwich, To register call (607) 334-2201.
227 new Troopers were honored for their perseverance and dedication in completing the 210th session of the Basic School of the New York State Police Academy during graduation exercises at the Empire State Plaza in Albany, New York. Over 50 of the new troopers will be assigned to Troop C in Sidney.
The city of Oneonta announced plans to close West Street between Chestnut and Center streets for 5 months, for a construction project, starting Monday. The project calls for the replacement of water mains, sewer mains, manholes, catch basins and fire hydrants as well as related infrastructure. Detours will be posted, Construction work will be done between 7 am. and 3:30 pm. on week days and is expected to be completed in August prior to the return of students to SUNY Oneonta & Hartwick College.
For National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Oneonta's Muller Plaza will be the site of the "Main Street Goes Blue Event" tomorrow, spokesperson Rebecca Hess explains:
(Rebecca Hess 3-25-22)
The Program runs tomorrow from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM in Oneonta, more information about the program is available at 1-888-345-0225.
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A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-23-22
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 22 year old Leroy Williams of Oneonta following a Domestic Dispute in the Town of Oneonta on March 1st. Williams was charged with Endangering the Welfare of a Child & Harassment, he faces court action shortly.
The American Red Cross has resumed testing all blood, platelet and plasma donations for COVID-19 antibodies. Plasma from routine donations that have high levels of COVID-19 antibodies may be used as convalescent plasma to help meet the needs of COVID-19 patients with weakened immune systems. At the same time, the Red Cross blood supply remains vulnerable, and individuals are urged to schedule a blood or platelet donation. To make an appointment, use the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS. The next blood drive locally will be in Sidney on March 29 from 2:00 to 6:00 PM at the Sidney Elks Lodge, 104 River Street.
State Trooper T.J. Conklin responded to a welfare check of an elderly man at the Whitney Point Rest Area off I-81. Trooper Conklin learned the man’s family accidentally left him behind at the rest stop after he stepped out to stretch his legs. State police say the man had no phone, Trooper Conklin located a family member out of state who was able to connect with the family members in the car. The man’s family realized he wasn’t sleeping in the back seat where he left his jacket over some baggage, They had already traveled 3 hours away, so Trooper Conklin drove the man to Roscoe where they all had dinner together at a local diner.
WCDO News — Friday 10-16-20
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-16-20
The Delaware County Board of Elections reminds area voters that Early Voting is available prior to the November 3rd General Election. Early voting for Delaware County registered voters will take place at the Board of Elections Office at 3 Gallant Avenue in Delhi, at various times starting on Saturday October 24th through Sunday November 2nd. The Board of Elections Office is accessible to voters with disabilities; more information is available at 832-5321.
Broome County Family Court Judge Rick Miller has officially been removed from office, following a lengthy investigation for sexual harassment allegations brought on by employees. Miller also failed to accurately report outside income, the state Commission on Judicial Conduct ruled 7 to 2 that he should be removed from office, Miller appealed and the case went to the State Court of Appeals. Miller has been removed as Family Court Judge, he is also barred from being a judge, but he can retain his law license.
State Trooper Timothy Conklin of Troop C has been named as a finalist for the 2019 "Trooper of the Year" by the International Association of Chiefs of Police's Division of State and Provincial Police. Trooper Conklin was honored for his actions at a January, 2019 traffic stop that turned into a shootout in Kirkwood. Trooper Conklin was one of four nominees recognized for their heroic actions. He is representing the North Atlantic region.
The Board of Directors of the Community Foundation for South Central New York is pleased to announce the Racial Justice and Equity Fund at the Community Foundation is now accepting grant inquiries. Amounts to be distributed from the Fund will provide support for projects, programs, and organizations that build community dialogue, increase the capacity of Black-led organizations supporting historically underserved communities, promote racial justice and equity, and fund projects that counteract systemic racism. The Deadline for applications is November 15th; more information is available at donorswhocare.org.
The Circle Drive Alliance Church in Sidney is participating in the Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas Child "ShoeBox" program, where people can donate items for children in need around the world. Local Spokesperson Marie Cole told WCDO News that they will participate using COVID guidelines starting this weekend:
(Marie Cole 10-16-20)
People can pick up the boxes at various times starting Monday, through Wednesday, after they are returned they can be dropped off at Circle Drive Alliance church where they will be trucked to Charlotte North Carolina for distribution where needed. More information about the programs is available at samaritanspurse.org.
Governor Cuomo announced that over 136,000 COVID 19 tests were conducted Thursday across the state, there were 1707 positives, 918 are hospitalized, 200 are in ICU beds, 97 are on Ventilators, & 10 died from the virus, the state's death toll is 25,628. Over 481,000 have tested positive for the virus since March.
Broome County Health Department reported another 83 positive COVID 19 tests today, with 1 more death bringing their total to 86 dead, they report 1999 recoveries & the health department is now monitoring almost 4,000 people.
Chenango County Public Health announced their latest COVID 19 numbers today, they report that they are up to 291 cases, with 26 Active Cases, no one is hospitalized, and there are 205 Active Quarantines. Since March there have been 7 deaths 246 Total Recoveries & 32,599 tests have been conducted.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-16-20
The State Department of Labor announced that the State's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased from 12.5% to 9.7% in September. The number of unemployed New York State residents decreased by 302,000, while labor force levels decreased by 362,900.
The Chenango County Health Department will be holding a Drive-Thru Flu vaccination clinic in Norwich on Saturday from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Health Department Director of Patient Services Barbara Ryan explains:
(Barbara Ryan 10-8-20)
Ryan said that interested people must pre-register by calling 337-1660 by the end of today, to receive an appointment time. The cost is $15 for patients over 19 years of age and they ask they people do NOT bring their pets.
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is having their Fall Festival Downtown tomorrow, Sidney Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:
(Teri Schunk 10-16-20)
Schunk said that all of the vendor slots were filled up to Health Department Guidelines, plus all in attendance must use masks & be socially distanced, more information is available at 561-2642.
State Police and Broome County Sheriff’s Department are investigating the death of an unidentified 47 year old Endicott man who was struck by a train in the Town of Union. The incident occurred at 11:45 AM Thursday near the Hooper Road overpass in Endwell. Police do not suspect foul play, the investigation is continuing.
Delaware County Public Health announced that they had no new positive cases of COVID 19 Thursday. They remain at 137 cases, 8 are active with no one hospitalized, 107 are quarantined, and there have been 8 deaths & 121 recoveries.
The Delaware County Board of Elections reminds area voters that Early Voting is available prior to the November 3rd General Election. Early voting for Delaware County registered voters will take place at the Board of Elections Office at 3 Gallant Avenue in Delhi, at various times starting on Saturday October 24th through Sunday November 2nd. The Board of Elections Office is accessible to voters with disabilities; more information is available at 832-5321.
Broome County Family Court Judge Rick Miller has officially been removed from office, following a lengthy investigation for sexual harassment allegations brought on by employees. Miller also failed to accurately report outside income, the state Commission on Judicial Conduct ruled 7 to 2 that he should be removed from office, Miller appealed and the case went to the State Court of Appeals. Miller has been removed as Family Court Judge, he is also barred from being a judge, but he can retain his law license.
State Trooper Timothy Conklin of Troop C has been named as a finalist for the 2019 "Trooper of the Year" by the International Association of Chiefs of Police's Division of State and Provincial Police. Trooper Conklin was honored for his actions at a January, 2019 traffic stop that turned into a shootout in Kirkwood. Trooper Conklin was one of four nominees recognized for their heroic actions. He is representing the North Atlantic region.
The Board of Directors of the Community Foundation for South Central New York is pleased to announce the Racial Justice and Equity Fund at the Community Foundation is now accepting grant inquiries. Amounts to be distributed from the Fund will provide support for projects, programs, and organizations that build community dialogue, increase the capacity of Black-led organizations supporting historically underserved communities, promote racial justice and equity, and fund projects that counteract systemic racism. The Deadline for applications is November 15th; more information is available at donorswhocare.org.
The Circle Drive Alliance Church in Sidney is participating in the Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas Child "ShoeBox" program, where people can donate items for children in need around the world. Local Spokesperson Marie Cole told WCDO News that they will participate using COVID guidelines starting this weekend:
(Marie Cole 10-16-20)
People can pick up the boxes at various times starting Monday, through Wednesday, after they are returned they can be dropped off at Circle Drive Alliance church where they will be trucked to Charlotte North Carolina for distribution where needed. More information about the programs is available at samaritanspurse.org.
Governor Cuomo announced that over 136,000 COVID 19 tests were conducted Thursday across the state, there were 1707 positives, 918 are hospitalized, 200 are in ICU beds, 97 are on Ventilators, & 10 died from the virus, the state's death toll is 25,628. Over 481,000 have tested positive for the virus since March.
Broome County Health Department reported another 83 positive COVID 19 tests today, with 1 more death bringing their total to 86 dead, they report 1999 recoveries & the health department is now monitoring almost 4,000 people.
Chenango County Public Health announced their latest COVID 19 numbers today, they report that they are up to 291 cases, with 26 Active Cases, no one is hospitalized, and there are 205 Active Quarantines. Since March there have been 7 deaths 246 Total Recoveries & 32,599 tests have been conducted.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-16-20
The State Department of Labor announced that the State's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased from 12.5% to 9.7% in September. The number of unemployed New York State residents decreased by 302,000, while labor force levels decreased by 362,900.
The Chenango County Health Department will be holding a Drive-Thru Flu vaccination clinic in Norwich on Saturday from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Health Department Director of Patient Services Barbara Ryan explains:
(Barbara Ryan 10-8-20)
Ryan said that interested people must pre-register by calling 337-1660 by the end of today, to receive an appointment time. The cost is $15 for patients over 19 years of age and they ask they people do NOT bring their pets.
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is having their Fall Festival Downtown tomorrow, Sidney Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:
(Teri Schunk 10-16-20)
Schunk said that all of the vendor slots were filled up to Health Department Guidelines, plus all in attendance must use masks & be socially distanced, more information is available at 561-2642.
State Police and Broome County Sheriff’s Department are investigating the death of an unidentified 47 year old Endicott man who was struck by a train in the Town of Union. The incident occurred at 11:45 AM Thursday near the Hooper Road overpass in Endwell. Police do not suspect foul play, the investigation is continuing.
Delaware County Public Health announced that they had no new positive cases of COVID 19 Thursday. They remain at 137 cases, 8 are active with no one hospitalized, 107 are quarantined, and there have been 8 deaths & 121 recoveries.
WCDO News — Thursday 12-12-19
Following a lengthy investigation, The Delaware
County Board of Supervisors voted to fire County Social Services Commissioner
Dana Scuderi-Hunter, for alleged disciplinary issues during her tenure. Deputy Commissioner Sylvia Armano will
continue to head up the department following Scuderi-Hunter’s dismissal.
State Police arrested 25 year old Emily Ives of
Morris for DWI, with a B.A.C of .14%.
Troopers were advised of lookout for a vehicle with out of state license
plates driving erratically on Otsego County Road 48 in the town of Otego. Troopers located Ives in a running vehicle in
the town of Oneonta, she attempted to leave the scene unsuccessfully, and she
was issued appearance tickets & was turned over to a sober third party.
Mirabito Energy Products has committed $100,000
toward the construction of a new emergency department and walk in center at UHS
Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich.
The pledge is the latest commitment to the Norwich hospital’s capital
campaign kicked off their capital campaign in August, which is likely to
continue through the end of the year.
More information is available at 337-4183 or by email to
melissa.stagnaro@nyuhs.org.
State Police at Norwich arrested 51 year old Eden
Nelson of Greene for DWI following a report of an accident in the town of
Greene, with 1 vehicle struck in a guiderail and the operator fleeing the
scene. Nelson was located, arrested
& she was processed then released on appearance tickets to the town of
Greene court on January 9th.
Governor Cuomo today signed legislation to ensure
health insurers do not deny coverage for urgent and medically necessary
procedures and treatments. The law expands prior authorization exceptions and
requires insurance companies to cover additional services and procedures
related to existing surgical or other invasive procedures, concurrent symptoms
and associated side effects. This new
law will take effect in 90 days.
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently
looking for Eric Marks of Conklin on an outstanding warrant. Marks is a White Male, 6’ 4”, 220 Pounds,
with Brown Eyes & Hair, anyone with information on the location of Marks is
asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office at
gobroomecounty.com/sheriff/warrants or by calling the 778-1196.
The Delaware County
Sheriff's Office is asking the public's assistance with 2 forced entry
burglaries on December 9th at the Mirabito Convenience Store and Subway at 494
West Main St. and the Hancock Post Office.
Authorities asks that anyone with information regarding these burglaries
to contact the Delaware County Sheriff's Office Investigators at
(607)-832-5629.
State Police at Oneonta arrested 37 year old Hector
Reiter of Otego for the felony Aggravated DWI, and Aggravated Unlicensed
Operator, after a trooper initiated a traffic stop on Lower Main Street in the
city of Oneonta after he observed Reiter operating a vehicle in an unsafe
manner. Reiter's B.A.C was .21%, he was
processed then transported to Otsego County Central Arraignment and Processing.
State Police at Sidney arrested 57 year old Thomas Brainerd of Unadilla forAggravated DWI with a reportable B.A.C of .26%. Troopers were dispatched to a report of a two-car crash on State Highway 7 in the town of Unadilla. An investigation revealed that Brainerd failed to yield to another vehicle while leaving a driveway, while intoxicated. A passenger of the other vehicle was taken to AO Fox Hospital Tri-Town Campus, Brainerd was processed and released on appearance tickets to the town of Unadilla court on December 16th.
County Board of Supervisors voted to fire County Social Services Commissioner
Dana Scuderi-Hunter, for alleged disciplinary issues during her tenure. Deputy Commissioner Sylvia Armano will
continue to head up the department following Scuderi-Hunter’s dismissal.
State Police arrested 25 year old Emily Ives of
Morris for DWI, with a B.A.C of .14%.
Troopers were advised of lookout for a vehicle with out of state license
plates driving erratically on Otsego County Road 48 in the town of Otego. Troopers located Ives in a running vehicle in
the town of Oneonta, she attempted to leave the scene unsuccessfully, and she
was issued appearance tickets & was turned over to a sober third party.
Mirabito Energy Products has committed $100,000
toward the construction of a new emergency department and walk in center at UHS
Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich.
The pledge is the latest commitment to the Norwich hospital’s capital
campaign kicked off their capital campaign in August, which is likely to
continue through the end of the year.
More information is available at 337-4183 or by email to
melissa.stagnaro@nyuhs.org.
State Police at Norwich arrested 51 year old Eden
Nelson of Greene for DWI following a report of an accident in the town of
Greene, with 1 vehicle struck in a guiderail and the operator fleeing the
scene. Nelson was located, arrested
& she was processed then released on appearance tickets to the town of
Greene court on January 9th.
Governor Cuomo today signed legislation to ensure
health insurers do not deny coverage for urgent and medically necessary
procedures and treatments. The law expands prior authorization exceptions and
requires insurance companies to cover additional services and procedures
related to existing surgical or other invasive procedures, concurrent symptoms
and associated side effects. This new
law will take effect in 90 days.
The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently
looking for Eric Marks of Conklin on an outstanding warrant. Marks is a White Male, 6’ 4”, 220 Pounds,
with Brown Eyes & Hair, anyone with information on the location of Marks is
asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office at
gobroomecounty.com/sheriff/warrants or by calling the 778-1196.
The Delaware County
Sheriff's Office is asking the public's assistance with 2 forced entry
burglaries on December 9th at the Mirabito Convenience Store and Subway at 494
West Main St. and the Hancock Post Office.
Authorities asks that anyone with information regarding these burglaries
to contact the Delaware County Sheriff's Office Investigators at
(607)-832-5629.
State Police at Oneonta arrested 37 year old Hector
Reiter of Otego for the felony Aggravated DWI, and Aggravated Unlicensed
Operator, after a trooper initiated a traffic stop on Lower Main Street in the
city of Oneonta after he observed Reiter operating a vehicle in an unsafe
manner. Reiter's B.A.C was .21%, he was
processed then transported to Otsego County Central Arraignment and Processing.
State Police at Sidney arrested 57 year old Thomas Brainerd of Unadilla forAggravated DWI with a reportable B.A.C of .26%. Troopers were dispatched to a report of a two-car crash on State Highway 7 in the town of Unadilla. An investigation revealed that Brainerd failed to yield to another vehicle while leaving a driveway, while intoxicated. A passenger of the other vehicle was taken to AO Fox Hospital Tri-Town Campus, Brainerd was processed and released on appearance tickets to the town of Unadilla court on December 16th.
WCDO News — Monday 2-18-19
Broome County District Attorney Steve Cornwell held a press
conference earlier today, regarding the investigation of the shooting involving
Trooper Timothy Conklin & Nicholas Philhower on January 28th, when Conklin
attempted to apprehend Philhower in the town of Kirkwood:
(Steve Cornwell 2-18-19)
Cornwell state that Trooper Conklin responded to the report
of a stolen Nissan that Philhower took from his mother without permission, and
she reported the car stolen. Philhower
was pronounced dead at the scene, Trooper Conklin was treated for an arm wound,
he will return to duty this week, and Trooper Conklin’s actions have been ruled
as justified.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli's office conducted an audit
of the Bainbridge Fire Department. The
audit stated that the board established adequate controls to help safeguard
assets, and the legally required procurement policy, investment policy and code
of ethics were in place. The treasurer's financial records and reports
accurately and properly accounted for all financial activities. Although the
board did not perform a formal annual audit of the treasurer's records, it
reviewed reports each month and performed a thorough audit of claims before
they were paid to ensure they were supported and funds were used for legitimate
expenditures.
Governor Cuomo announced plans to close up to 3 correctional
facilities following record reductions in the State's incarcerated population
and reported crime. The Department of
Corrections and Community Supervision will select the prisons, transition staff
and incarcerated individuals, and cease facility operations by no later than
September 1st. Since 2011, the prison
population has declined by nearly 10,000 or 16.7% from 56,419 to 46,973 people,
currently.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold Job and
Resource Fairs on Wednesday, April 10th from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm at ONC BOCES
in Grand Gorge and on Thursday, April 11 at DCMO BOCES Harrold Campus in
Masonville. Employers will be connected
to a viable workforce consisting of recent high school and college graduates as
well as adults who are eager to obtain employment. There is no fee to participate, but
registration is required. To register or
to obtain more information, go to delawarecounty.org or call 746-2281.
The Delaware River Basin Restoration Program received $6
million in funding in the new federal budget bill. The funding level for the program was
increased by $1 million from last year’s appropriation. The Program provides grants throughout the
Delaware River basin, where communities are working on flood prevention,
aquatic habitat protection, and building river based recreational
economies. More Information is available
at delriverwatershed.org
Governor Cuomo announced that
all Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients will receive next
month's benefits no later than March 7 - approximately one week earlier than
scheduled. The early release is intended to ease the burden on recipients that
have been forced to stretch February's benefits for more than six weeks because
of the recent unprecedented shutdown of the federal government. Nearly 20,000 New Yorkers were furloughed
during the federal shutdown and many more were working without pay for 35 days,
leaving countless New Yorkers with no choice but to seek emergency food assistance
for the first time.
State Police responded Friday night to a pedestrian that was
struck by a vehicle on State Route 23 near the entrance to Wal-Mart in the town
of Oneonta. The pedestrian disregarded
the crosswalk sign and crossed in front of the vehicle's path on State Route
23, the pedestrian has been identified as 62-year-old Steven Grant of Oneonta,
and He was airlifted by Life Net to Wilson Memorial Hospital with serious
injuries. The driver of the vehicle, a
31-year-old male has been cooperative with troopers. At this time, no tickets have been
issued. The investigation is continuing.
On January 20th troopers were dispatched to a possible
overdose in a vehicle parked in Dollar General on North Road in the town of
Windsor. Troopers observed both
occupants passed out, they were assessed by paramedics & were charged with
a variety of drug & other charges. Arrested
were 24 year old Caitlynn Rhodes of Colesville, & 24 year old Tieler
Kennerup of Windsor, they were arraigned at Broome County Central Arraignment
and Processing. Kennerup was released on
his own recognizance and Rhodes was remanded to the Broome County Jail without
bail.
22nd District Congressman Anthony Brindisi will kick off an
infrastructure tour today, in the Town of Windsor where he will meet with local
officials about the town’s water needs.
The event will be held at the West Windsor Volunteer Fire Department
Hall at 4:00 pm.
19th District Congressman Antonio Delgado holds his first
in-county “Town Hall” meeting on Today at Cooperstown Village Hall starting at
12:30 pm. Delgado’s Oneonta office opened last week and a grand opening is to
be held in the near future.
The AO Fox Hospital Tri Town Campus in Sidney will hold an
American Red Cross Blood Drive today from 1:30 to 6:30 PM. Appointments can be made with the American
Red Cross Blood Donor App, at redcrossblood.org or by calling
1-800-REDCROSS. All blood types are
needed.
conference earlier today, regarding the investigation of the shooting involving
Trooper Timothy Conklin & Nicholas Philhower on January 28th, when Conklin
attempted to apprehend Philhower in the town of Kirkwood:
(Steve Cornwell 2-18-19)
Cornwell state that Trooper Conklin responded to the report
of a stolen Nissan that Philhower took from his mother without permission, and
she reported the car stolen. Philhower
was pronounced dead at the scene, Trooper Conklin was treated for an arm wound,
he will return to duty this week, and Trooper Conklin’s actions have been ruled
as justified.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli's office conducted an audit
of the Bainbridge Fire Department. The
audit stated that the board established adequate controls to help safeguard
assets, and the legally required procurement policy, investment policy and code
of ethics were in place. The treasurer's financial records and reports
accurately and properly accounted for all financial activities. Although the
board did not perform a formal annual audit of the treasurer's records, it
reviewed reports each month and performed a thorough audit of claims before
they were paid to ensure they were supported and funds were used for legitimate
expenditures.
Governor Cuomo announced plans to close up to 3 correctional
facilities following record reductions in the State's incarcerated population
and reported crime. The Department of
Corrections and Community Supervision will select the prisons, transition staff
and incarcerated individuals, and cease facility operations by no later than
September 1st. Since 2011, the prison
population has declined by nearly 10,000 or 16.7% from 56,419 to 46,973 people,
currently.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold Job and
Resource Fairs on Wednesday, April 10th from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm at ONC BOCES
in Grand Gorge and on Thursday, April 11 at DCMO BOCES Harrold Campus in
Masonville. Employers will be connected
to a viable workforce consisting of recent high school and college graduates as
well as adults who are eager to obtain employment. There is no fee to participate, but
registration is required. To register or
to obtain more information, go to delawarecounty.org or call 746-2281.
The Delaware River Basin Restoration Program received $6
million in funding in the new federal budget bill. The funding level for the program was
increased by $1 million from last year’s appropriation. The Program provides grants throughout the
Delaware River basin, where communities are working on flood prevention,
aquatic habitat protection, and building river based recreational
economies. More Information is available
at delriverwatershed.org
Governor Cuomo announced that
all Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients will receive next
month's benefits no later than March 7 - approximately one week earlier than
scheduled. The early release is intended to ease the burden on recipients that
have been forced to stretch February's benefits for more than six weeks because
of the recent unprecedented shutdown of the federal government. Nearly 20,000 New Yorkers were furloughed
during the federal shutdown and many more were working without pay for 35 days,
leaving countless New Yorkers with no choice but to seek emergency food assistance
for the first time.
State Police responded Friday night to a pedestrian that was
struck by a vehicle on State Route 23 near the entrance to Wal-Mart in the town
of Oneonta. The pedestrian disregarded
the crosswalk sign and crossed in front of the vehicle's path on State Route
23, the pedestrian has been identified as 62-year-old Steven Grant of Oneonta,
and He was airlifted by Life Net to Wilson Memorial Hospital with serious
injuries. The driver of the vehicle, a
31-year-old male has been cooperative with troopers. At this time, no tickets have been
issued. The investigation is continuing.
On January 20th troopers were dispatched to a possible
overdose in a vehicle parked in Dollar General on North Road in the town of
Windsor. Troopers observed both
occupants passed out, they were assessed by paramedics & were charged with
a variety of drug & other charges. Arrested
were 24 year old Caitlynn Rhodes of Colesville, & 24 year old Tieler
Kennerup of Windsor, they were arraigned at Broome County Central Arraignment
and Processing. Kennerup was released on
his own recognizance and Rhodes was remanded to the Broome County Jail without
bail.
22nd District Congressman Anthony Brindisi will kick off an
infrastructure tour today, in the Town of Windsor where he will meet with local
officials about the town’s water needs.
The event will be held at the West Windsor Volunteer Fire Department
Hall at 4:00 pm.
19th District Congressman Antonio Delgado holds his first
in-county “Town Hall” meeting on Today at Cooperstown Village Hall starting at
12:30 pm. Delgado’s Oneonta office opened last week and a grand opening is to
be held in the near future.
The AO Fox Hospital Tri Town Campus in Sidney will hold an
American Red Cross Blood Drive today from 1:30 to 6:30 PM. Appointments can be made with the American
Red Cross Blood Donor App, at redcrossblood.org or by calling
1-800-REDCROSS. All blood types are
needed.
AO FOX HOSPITAL TRI TOWN CAMPUSBAINBRIDGE FIRE DEPARTMENTCONGRESSMAN ANTHONY BRINDISICONGRESSMAN ANTONIO DELGADODelaware County Chamber of CommerceGovernor CuomoNew YorkNICHOLAS PHILHOWERNYOneontaSNAPSTATE COMPTROLLER TOM DINAPOLITROOPER TIM CONKLINWCDOWILSON MEMORIAL HOSPITALWINDSOR FIRE DEPARTMENT
WCDO News — Wednesday 1-30-19
With the National Weather
Service forecasting Wind chills approaching 30 degrees below 0, it is advised
that people try to limit their time outside, according to area meteorologist
Rich Townsend:
(Rich Townsend 1-30-19)
The Wind Chill Warning is
remaining in effect until Thursday at 6:00 PM.
At approximately 7:35 p.m. on
Tuesday evening, Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies and Emergency Crews
responded to a tractor trailer roll-over accident, with entrapment, on State
Highway 10 in Town of Hamden. The tractor
trailer had struck and severed a utility pole, bringing power lines down on the
overturned truck. The driver of the truck, 77 year old James Updyke of Homer
was pronounced dead at the scene. The
highway was closed down for several hours for the investigation & clean up;
it was re-opened for traffic Wednesday morning.
Investigators determined that Updyke failed to negotiate a curve in the
roadway, crossed the roadway and ran off the southbound shoulder where the
truck struck a utility pole and tree and overturned. The cause of the accident remains pending
upon the completion of an autopsy.
Governor Cuomo has directed the
State Police & The State Education Department to launch an investigation
into the allegations that 12-year-old girls were strip searched for drugs at
the Binghamton middle school recently.
Cuomo said that the girls were strip searched as they were perceived as
“'hyper and giddy” and it raises concerns of racial and gender bias.
Congressman Antonio Delgado will
open an office at the County Office Building, 111 Main Street in Delhi on
Monday, February 4th. An open house will
be held from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 PM, the Delhi office regular hours will be
from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Tuesdays and Wednesdays and by appointment.
27 year old Steven Barrows of
Sidney has Pleaded Guilty in Chenango County Court for 3rd degree
Burglary. Barrows was arrested along
with Nicole Bell of Oneonta & Zachery England of Sidney last year, for
allegedly burglarizing buildings & stealing lawn care equipment, Barrows
will serve 1 1/2 years in prison & was ordered to pay restitution.
Delaware County Corrections
Sergeant Alan Weaver of Andes was named “Corrections Officer of the Year” by
the New York State Sheriff’s Association winter conference held in Albany, last
week. Corrections Officer of the Year is
an award that is bestowed on a Sheriff’s Correction Officer who has
demonstrated an exceptional degree of dedication and commitment to the duties
of the Sheriff’s Office in operating County Jails.
Franklin Fire Fighters along
with assistance from firefighters Sidney Center, trout Creek & Treadwell
responded to a structure fire to an unoccupied farm house at 6402 County
Highway 21 at about 1:30 AM Tuesday. The
building had been in the process of being renovated, it was listed as a total
loss; the cause of the fire was under investigation.
The Murder Trial of Aaron Powell
has been turned over to the jury in Broome County Court for deliberations this
afternoon. Powell is facing a 2nd trial
for the murder of his estranged wife Christina & Mario Masciarelli in
Binghamton on March 22nd, 2013. Powell’s early conviction had been overturned
by a higher court & this 2nd trial was ordered.
State Police received a report Monday that 30 year old
Nicholas Philhower had taken his mother’s vehicle without permission and she
requested he be located and arrested.
Trooper Timothy Conklin observed the suspect vehicle on State Route 17
in the Town of Kirkwood, Philhower took
evasive action, traveling through the median and then onto State Route 17 east
bound, coming to a stop shortly thereafter.
Philhower was armed with a military style semi-automatic rifle,
immediately opened fire on Trooper Conklin through the rear window of the
vehicle. Trooper Conklin returned fire
through the windshield of his troop car as Philhower exited his vehicle and
continued to advance and fire upon the trooper.
Trooper Conklin was able to reload, exit the troop car and continue to
exchange fire. Philhower was struck
several times and died at the scene.
Trooper Conklin sustained a minor shrapnel injury to his upper right arm
and was taken to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City where he was treated and
released. An autopsy on Philhower will
be performed today at Lourdes Hospital.
The investigation is on-going.
Governor Cuomo today announced that $30 million in Upstate
Revitalization Initiative funding has been awarded to Binghamton University to
complete its Health Sciences Campus in Johnson City. This latest investment
will finalize the nursing school building that will be housed in an historic,
former Endicott Johnson shoe box factory, and co-located with the University’s
new School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
The Southside Mall Job Fair will be held today, with a
number of area businesses participating.
The Job Fair will be held from 2:00 to 4:00 PM today, a list of area
businesses that will have representatives at the job fair, can be found at the
CDO Workforce face book page.
The Pink Door Thrift Shop, operated by the Chenango Memorial
Hospital Auxiliary, has relocated to 13 South Broad Street in Norwich. An Open House will be held today from 10:00
AM to 4:00 PM; it will be free and open to the public. Light refreshments will
be served. More information about the
shop, including upcoming promotions and specials, can be found on the store’s
Face Book page. For more information on
the Chenango Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, is available at 337-4151.
Service forecasting Wind chills approaching 30 degrees below 0, it is advised
that people try to limit their time outside, according to area meteorologist
Rich Townsend:
(Rich Townsend 1-30-19)
The Wind Chill Warning is
remaining in effect until Thursday at 6:00 PM.
At approximately 7:35 p.m. on
Tuesday evening, Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies and Emergency Crews
responded to a tractor trailer roll-over accident, with entrapment, on State
Highway 10 in Town of Hamden. The tractor
trailer had struck and severed a utility pole, bringing power lines down on the
overturned truck. The driver of the truck, 77 year old James Updyke of Homer
was pronounced dead at the scene. The
highway was closed down for several hours for the investigation & clean up;
it was re-opened for traffic Wednesday morning.
Investigators determined that Updyke failed to negotiate a curve in the
roadway, crossed the roadway and ran off the southbound shoulder where the
truck struck a utility pole and tree and overturned. The cause of the accident remains pending
upon the completion of an autopsy.
Governor Cuomo has directed the
State Police & The State Education Department to launch an investigation
into the allegations that 12-year-old girls were strip searched for drugs at
the Binghamton middle school recently.
Cuomo said that the girls were strip searched as they were perceived as
“'hyper and giddy” and it raises concerns of racial and gender bias.
Congressman Antonio Delgado will
open an office at the County Office Building, 111 Main Street in Delhi on
Monday, February 4th. An open house will
be held from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 PM, the Delhi office regular hours will be
from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Tuesdays and Wednesdays and by appointment.
27 year old Steven Barrows of
Sidney has Pleaded Guilty in Chenango County Court for 3rd degree
Burglary. Barrows was arrested along
with Nicole Bell of Oneonta & Zachery England of Sidney last year, for
allegedly burglarizing buildings & stealing lawn care equipment, Barrows
will serve 1 1/2 years in prison & was ordered to pay restitution.
Delaware County Corrections
Sergeant Alan Weaver of Andes was named “Corrections Officer of the Year” by
the New York State Sheriff’s Association winter conference held in Albany, last
week. Corrections Officer of the Year is
an award that is bestowed on a Sheriff’s Correction Officer who has
demonstrated an exceptional degree of dedication and commitment to the duties
of the Sheriff’s Office in operating County Jails.
Franklin Fire Fighters along
with assistance from firefighters Sidney Center, trout Creek & Treadwell
responded to a structure fire to an unoccupied farm house at 6402 County
Highway 21 at about 1:30 AM Tuesday. The
building had been in the process of being renovated, it was listed as a total
loss; the cause of the fire was under investigation.
The Murder Trial of Aaron Powell
has been turned over to the jury in Broome County Court for deliberations this
afternoon. Powell is facing a 2nd trial
for the murder of his estranged wife Christina & Mario Masciarelli in
Binghamton on March 22nd, 2013. Powell’s early conviction had been overturned
by a higher court & this 2nd trial was ordered.
State Police received a report Monday that 30 year old
Nicholas Philhower had taken his mother’s vehicle without permission and she
requested he be located and arrested.
Trooper Timothy Conklin observed the suspect vehicle on State Route 17
in the Town of Kirkwood, Philhower took
evasive action, traveling through the median and then onto State Route 17 east
bound, coming to a stop shortly thereafter.
Philhower was armed with a military style semi-automatic rifle,
immediately opened fire on Trooper Conklin through the rear window of the
vehicle. Trooper Conklin returned fire
through the windshield of his troop car as Philhower exited his vehicle and
continued to advance and fire upon the trooper.
Trooper Conklin was able to reload, exit the troop car and continue to
exchange fire. Philhower was struck
several times and died at the scene.
Trooper Conklin sustained a minor shrapnel injury to his upper right arm
and was taken to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City where he was treated and
released. An autopsy on Philhower will
be performed today at Lourdes Hospital.
The investigation is on-going.
Governor Cuomo today announced that $30 million in Upstate
Revitalization Initiative funding has been awarded to Binghamton University to
complete its Health Sciences Campus in Johnson City. This latest investment
will finalize the nursing school building that will be housed in an historic,
former Endicott Johnson shoe box factory, and co-located with the University’s
new School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
The Southside Mall Job Fair will be held today, with a
number of area businesses participating.
The Job Fair will be held from 2:00 to 4:00 PM today, a list of area
businesses that will have representatives at the job fair, can be found at the
CDO Workforce face book page.
The Pink Door Thrift Shop, operated by the Chenango Memorial
Hospital Auxiliary, has relocated to 13 South Broad Street in Norwich. An Open House will be held today from 10:00
AM to 4:00 PM; it will be free and open to the public. Light refreshments will
be served. More information about the
shop, including upcoming promotions and specials, can be found on the store’s
Face Book page. For more information on
the Chenango Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, is available at 337-4151.
WCDO News — Thursday 2-15-18
State Police arrested 43-year-old Stacey Juhl of Portlandville for Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & other traffic violations. A trooper observed a vehicle with a loud exhaust, as it weaving across road markings on State Route 28 in the town of Milford. Juhl is accused of driving while impaired by drugs, she was found to unlawfully possess an oxycodone pill. Juhl was transported to Fox Hospital where she consented to a test of her blood for drugs. The lab results are still pending. Juhl was issued tickets that are returnable to the Milford town Court on February 27, 2018.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum will be honoring the 2017 World Series champion Houston Astros, as part of their Autumn Glory exhibit, which opens tomorrow and features artifacts, photographs and other items detailing the Astros’ first-ever World Series title. Artifacts include a Glove used by Astros third baseman Alex Bregman, a jersey worn by Astros pitcher Francisco Liriano, a Cap worn by Game 7 winning pitcher Charlie Morton, a jersey worn in Game 6 by Justin Verlander & various other in game items from the Astros as well as the National League Champion Los Angeles Dodgers.
The Delaware County Industrial Development Agency announced that a $50,000 low interest loan has been granted to the owners of the O'Neill's Shire Pub in Delhi, to assist in the restoration. The tavern suffered damage in a fire last June that was attributed to the spontaneous combustion of cleaning towels in the kitchen. The restoration is also being helped by an $85,000 grant from the State Office of Community Renewal. The tavern employs over 20 people.
The 23rd Annual Goodyear Lake Polar Bear Jump will be held this Saturday. The event raises money each year for children battling various medical issues; information on this year's recipients is located at pbjump.com
Otsego County Sheriff's deputies arrested 26-year-old Kyle Bouck of Milford, after he allegedly had a violent outburst at the Mirabito Gas Station in the town of Hartwick. Bouck is accused of vandalizing displays inside the store when the clerk refused to sell him cigarettes without an ID. Bouck was charged with disorderly conduct & will appear in Town of Hartwick Court on February 28th.
Governor Cuomo today announced a 30-day budget amendment will be advanced to prohibit the so-called gay and trans panic defenses from being used in New York State to blame LGBTQ people for the violence committed against them. The current gay and trans panic defenses allow those responsible for violent crimes against LGBTQ people to receive a lesser sentence, and in some cases, even avoid being convicted, by placing the blame on a victim's actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity.
State Police arrested 31-year-old Scott Ward of Binghamton for 3rd degree Assault, following the report of a bar fight January 20th in Conklin. Ward is accused of pushing & kicking a man, resulting in lacerations to his face & chipping a tooth. The victim was treated at Lourdes Hospital then released, ward faces court action in Conklin Town Court on February 26th.
New York's system of state parks, historic sites, campgrounds, and trails welcomed 71.5 million estimated visitors in 2017, which represents an overall increase of 23% or 13.6 million visitors since 2011. State Parks saw an increase from 70.6 million to 71.5 million in 2017, since the inception of the New York Parks 2020 program, more than 700 improvement projects have been completed or are underway.
The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting on Thursday, February 15, 2018 in the District Conference Room at 6:30 PM. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum will be honoring the 2017 World Series champion Houston Astros, as part of their Autumn Glory exhibit, which opens tomorrow and features artifacts, photographs and other items detailing the Astros’ first-ever World Series title. Artifacts include a Glove used by Astros third baseman Alex Bregman, a jersey worn by Astros pitcher Francisco Liriano, a Cap worn by Game 7 winning pitcher Charlie Morton, a jersey worn in Game 6 by Justin Verlander & various other in game items from the Astros as well as the National League Champion Los Angeles Dodgers.
The Delaware County Industrial Development Agency announced that a $50,000 low interest loan has been granted to the owners of the O'Neill's Shire Pub in Delhi, to assist in the restoration. The tavern suffered damage in a fire last June that was attributed to the spontaneous combustion of cleaning towels in the kitchen. The restoration is also being helped by an $85,000 grant from the State Office of Community Renewal. The tavern employs over 20 people.
The 23rd Annual Goodyear Lake Polar Bear Jump will be held this Saturday. The event raises money each year for children battling various medical issues; information on this year's recipients is located at pbjump.com
Otsego County Sheriff's deputies arrested 26-year-old Kyle Bouck of Milford, after he allegedly had a violent outburst at the Mirabito Gas Station in the town of Hartwick. Bouck is accused of vandalizing displays inside the store when the clerk refused to sell him cigarettes without an ID. Bouck was charged with disorderly conduct & will appear in Town of Hartwick Court on February 28th.
Governor Cuomo today announced a 30-day budget amendment will be advanced to prohibit the so-called gay and trans panic defenses from being used in New York State to blame LGBTQ people for the violence committed against them. The current gay and trans panic defenses allow those responsible for violent crimes against LGBTQ people to receive a lesser sentence, and in some cases, even avoid being convicted, by placing the blame on a victim's actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity.
State Police arrested 31-year-old Scott Ward of Binghamton for 3rd degree Assault, following the report of a bar fight January 20th in Conklin. Ward is accused of pushing & kicking a man, resulting in lacerations to his face & chipping a tooth. The victim was treated at Lourdes Hospital then released, ward faces court action in Conklin Town Court on February 26th.
New York's system of state parks, historic sites, campgrounds, and trails welcomed 71.5 million estimated visitors in 2017, which represents an overall increase of 23% or 13.6 million visitors since 2011. State Parks saw an increase from 70.6 million to 71.5 million in 2017, since the inception of the New York Parks 2020 program, more than 700 improvement projects have been completed or are underway.
The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting on Thursday, February 15, 2018 in the District Conference Room at 6:30 PM. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.
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