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22 Year old Barbara Doyle of Oneonta has already written 20 books & published 7 of them, which are available through Amazon on their Kindle platform or in paperback. Doyle told WCDO News about her 7 book which was published last Friday:

(Barbara Doyle 11-1-18)

Doyle currently works for Bassett Healthcare in Research & has been accepted to participate in the University of Albany's graduate program for Literature, with a goal to become an English professor.

4 out of the 5 New York Gubernatorial Candidates will participate in a debate in Albany tonight. Governor Cuomo has opted out of tonight's debate, republican Marcus Molinaro, Libertarian Larry Sharpe; Green Party Candidate Howie Long & Independent Stephanie Miner will participate, at the College of St. Rose in Albany at 6:00pm.

The Delaware County Board of Elections Office will be open extra hours in the days leading up to the General Elections on November 6th. Added Hours will be today until 7:00 PM for absentee voting, Saturday November 3rd from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. More information is available at 832-5321, or at the main office in Delhi, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

Following a court decision this week, The Oneonta Fire District will officially dissolve tomorrow. The Oneonta town board will meet tonight at 7:00 p.m. to hold a public hearing on the 2019 town budget and discuss the formation of the new fire district.

The State DMV announced that November is "STOP-DWI Month" in New York State. The STOP-DWI Program was established in November of 1981 to coordinate state and local efforts to reduce impaired-driving offenses and to prevent crashes across the state. Since the program was enacted, fatalities from alcohol-related crashes on New York’s roadways have decreased 74%.

A man reported missing whose vehicle was found abandoned in Oneonta has been located deceased. State Police located 53-year-old Steven J. Kassirer deceased in a ravine within heavy brush, behind Safelite Auto Glass on Oneida Street in Oneonta. Troopers located Kassirer's vehicle earlier in the week in the Safe Lite parking lot, he was reported missing in Irondequoit and was also reported missing in Massachusetts when he did not report to his place of employment on October 23. No foul play is suspected at this time but the cause of death is still pending autopsy results.

The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting Today, in the Guilford Elementary School Cafeteria at 6:30 PM. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.

Sidney Chamber of Commerce “Business After Hours” will be held today, at the Sidney Memorial Library. The event will run from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, members will get a chance to meet with new Library Director Beth Paine.

28 year old Devan Ellsworth will have his case come up before a Chenango County grand Jury shortly. Ellsworth is accused of assaulting his 20-month-old daughter, who died the following day. He is charged with 2nd-degree assault and endangering the welfare of a child, Police & 1st Responders were called to Ellsworth's apartment on Henry Street in Norwich & found the child with a head injury; she was taken to Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse, where she died. Additional charges are expected to be filed against Ellsworth following the release of the Autopsy that was conducted at Lourdes Hospital in Binghamton, Ellsworth is being held at the Chenango County Jail.

The newest Siena College poll shows Andrew Cuomo leading his primary challenger 63% to 22% the first poll released after last week's contentious debate, and coming only 2 days before the Primary Vote on Thursday. Cuomo also maintains a large lead over likely Republican Candidate Marcus Molinaro.

Chenango County Sheriff's department arrested 26 year old Mathew Schrann of Greene Thursday on an arrest warrant issued out of the Town of Greene Court for Menacing. Schrann is accused of menacing multiple victims with a rifle; he was arraigned in the Town of Greene Court and was released on his own recognizance.

A benefit will be held September 29th for the family of Mike Constable of Sidney Center, who died recently from Pancreatic Cancer, Spokesperson Cindy Constable explains:

(Cindy Constable 9-11-18)

Those who would like to donate an item for the raffles, or for more information, call 369-7659.

Governor Cuomo announced today legislation has been signed to extend the period for workers and volunteers to file a Notice of Participation for lost wage and medical benefits as a result of their involvement in the recovery and clean-up operations after 9/11. Previously, the Governor signed legislation on September 11, 2016 to extend the period for individuals to register under the World Trade Center Disability Law through midnight tonight, the new bill extends the deadline until September 11, 2022.

Weather has slowed down the progress on the Main Street Sidney railroad crossing project. Sidney Superintendent of Public Works Mike Mercurio told WCDO news today that the paving part of the project, is now slated to wrap up Thursday morning, weather permitting.

Governor Cuomo today announced that flags on state government buildings will be flown at half-staff today in remembrance of the nearly 3,000 men, women and children who lost their lives in the 2001 terrorist attacks. Various ceremonies are expected to be held around the state on the 17th anniversary of the Terrorist attacks on the Twin Towers, the Pentagon and for the lives lost in the plane crash in Shanksville Pennsylvania.

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 43 year old Christopher Candanedo of Queens for False Personation, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, and Unlawful Possession of Marihuana, after a traffic stop on County Highway 16 in the Town of Delhi. During the traffic stop Candanedo had given Deputy’s a false date of birth, which further investigation revealed that his driving privileges had been revoked. Candanedo was arraigned in the Town of Delhi Court where he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $1,000 cash/$2,000 secured bond.

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 38 year old Juan Acevedo of Delhi, Sunday for driving while ability impaired by drugs and unlawful possession of marihuana. Deputies allege that Acevedo was operating a motor vehicle in the Town of Delhi in an impaired condition at a high rate of speed. Acevedo was also issued multiple traffic summons for speeding, uninspected motor vehicle and failure to change address. Acevedo was issued an appearance ticket and is scheduled to appear at the Town of Delhi Court at a later date.

State Senator Jim Seward announced $30,000 in state grant funding for the West Oneonta Volunteer Fire Department. The monies will be used to help with the cost of an omni-directional alert & voice mass notification system. The new equipment replaces an obsolete system which was over sixty years old.

A COMMUNITY PREPAREDNESS CLASS TO BE HELD ON Today FROM 6:00 to 8:00 PM AT CIRCLE DRIVE ALLIANCE CHURCH IN SIDNEY. THE CLASS WILL HELP PREPARE participants for FLOODS, FIRES, AND SNOW.

Thousands attended the Calling Hours & Funeral Services over the weekend for Trooper Nicholas Clark. Troopers & officers from various law enforcement agencies paid their respects, along with friends and family members, at the services held at Alfred University. Trooper Clark died in the line of duty last Monday while responding to the report of a suicidal man who had barricaded himself inside a home in Steuben County.

The American Red Cross is now facing an emergency blood shortage following a difficult Fourth of July week for blood donations; with hundreds fewer blood drives than a typical week and a resulting decline in donations. All eligible donors are urgently needed to give now to help replenish the blood supply. Locally, blood drives are being held today in from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the SFCU main branch in Sidney; in Gilbertsville, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, at the Christ Episcopal Church, In Delhi Wednesday from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm at the State University of New York Delhi O’Connor Center for Community Engagement, at 2 Main Street & Friday from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, 41861 State Highway 10

Norwich City police arrested an area couple for allegedly assaulting a child. Police were notified by the Chenango County Department of Child Protective Services, The child had been taken to Chenango Memorial Hospital’s Emergency room with injuries to the head & face, police arrested 31-year-old Marrianne Ray and 31-year-old Scott Ray of Norwich for 2nd degree Assault and endangering the welfare of a child, Both were arraigned in Norwich City Court and sent to the Chenango County Jail on $75,000 cash bail, they will reappear in Norwich City Court at a later date.

The trial of Dean & Adam Skelos continued Friday, with former Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos taking the stand. Dean Skelos was convicted in his first trial for exchanging political favors in order to get his son Adam High Paying No-Show Jobs, a new trial was ordered after the US Supreme Court changed the definition of Corruption, leading to new trials for Skelos & Former Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver.

The Sidney Elks Lodge announced that they will be holding their annual “Looking Back” Car Show & Chicken Barbecue on August 4th, spokesman Mark Little explains:

(Mark Little 7-9-18)

Little said that the event starts at 9:00 AM; Awards will be announced starting at 2:30 PM on the field behind the Elks Lodge on River Street in Sidney.

The Town of Oneonta announced that they are flushing Hydrants starting today. Hydrants will be flushed in the Plains Parish, Morningside Heights & Angel Heights locations, local residents may have discolored water, they are advised to let the water run until it is clear, more information is available at 432-4581.

The Town of Guilford announced that the Town Office will be closed Tuesday. Officials with the town said that the office is closed due to a jury trial, more information is available at 895-9966.

The Town & Village of Unadilla announced road closures Tuesday & Wednesday. Highway Superintendent Rodney Renwick told WCDO News that Wendall Bachman & Buckhorn Lake Roads will be closed for paving, from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM both days.

Governor Cuomo announced that New York's maple industry hit a 74-year record in 2018 with the production of 806,000 gallons of maple syrup. The maple industry in New York has grown by nearly 50 percent in the last five years and continues to maintain the state's standing as the second leading producer of fresh maple syrup in the nation. According to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service, New York's maple production constituted about 19 percent of the national total. New York producers also benefited from a long season in 2018 which lasted 52 days, compared to 43 days in 2017

State Senator Jim Seward will be in Otsego County today at Opportunities for Otsego in Oneonta at 2:00 PM. Senator Seward will announce special state grants he secured to help fund local domestic violence prevention programs. Representatives from Opportunities for Otsego, Catholic Charities of Delaware, Otsego & Schoharie Counties, Delaware Opportunities, and Liberty Resources of Chenango County will join Senator Seward for the announcement. Senator Seward will also detail several legislative accomplishments from the past year to combat domestic violence and sexual harassment.

The Delaware County Industrial Development Agency has purchased a long dormant Sidney Property that could lead to new industry & new jobs to the village of Sidney, Mayor Andy Matviak explains:

(Andy Matviak 5-24-18)

Mayor Matviak said that so far there are no firm plans with the site, but the potential is there to do any number of job creating projects.

Serge Corbin is back to participate in this year C2 Pro race in the 56th General Clinton Canoe Regatta on Monday, after not competing since the 50th Regatta, he told WCDO News that after training this year, he feels ready to go with 3 time winner Guillaume Blaise:

(Serge Corbin 5-24-18)

The 61 year old Corbin has won 28 times out of 29 entries, with 8 different partners in the 70 mile race on the Susquehanna River in the General Clinton Regatta.

New York State is spearheading the statewide “Buckle Up New York” Campaign through June 3rd in support of the National “Click It or Ticket” mobilization. Troopers will be joining forces with local and county law enforcement officers to ensure motorists begin the summer travel season buckled up. New York State crash research indicates approximately one-third of all motor vehicle occupants killed on highways are unrestrained. This zero tolerance Enforcement campaign is designed to draw attention to the risks faced by unbuckled passengers in motor vehicles.

Convicted Murderer Thomas Marlowe was denied parole again, according to the State Department of Corrections. Marlowe was sentenced to prison for 2 murders on separate occasions a week apart in 1982 in Broome County. Marlowe was sentenced to a term of 23 ½ years to life in jail on the murder & robbery convictions, he is eligible to come up for parole again in 2 years.

Another Job fair has been organized in Broome County on Friday June 15th. The Greater Binghamton Chamber of Commerce announced that the Job Fair will be held at the SUNY Broome Ice center, hundreds of job seekers are expected to attend.

The Delaware County Board of Elections reminds area Voters that the Federal Election Primary Date will be on June 26th this year. June 1st is the last day to have a postmark on a voter registration form by mail; it is also the last day to register in person at the Board Of Elections in Delhi. Primary races will be for the nominations for the 19th Congressional District for the Democratic & Women’s Equality Party. More information is available at 832-5231 or at co.delaware.ny.us/departments.

Governor Andrew Cuomo secured the endorsement of the Democratic Party for his 3rd term as Governor, at the Democratic Party Primary Wednesday. 95% of the members voted to endorse Cuomo over actress Cynthia Nixon. Also on Wednesday, the Republicans nominated Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro for governor.

Former Gubernatorial & Congressional Candidate Zephyr Teachout announced that she will be running for State Attorney General. The Democrat currently teaches Law at Fordham University in the Bronx.

Broome County District Attorney Steven Cornwell announced that a Grand Jury indicted Michael Roque for 2nd degree murder of Binghamton University student Joao Souza. Souza was found dead on April 15th at Binghamton University, Roque will be arraigned on the indictment shortly.

A Broome County grand jury indicted 23 year old Travon Sanders of Brooklyn in the Easter shooting in front of the Yellow Deli on Susquehanna street in Binghamton, according to the Broome County DA's Office. Sanders is accused of firing several rounds from a handgun directly into a car on April 1, shooting 40 year old Grady Hunter of Binghamton. Sanders was charged with Attempted murder, 1st degree Assault, & Criminal possession of a weapon.

State Senator Fred Akshar Announced that he will NOT be the running mate of Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Marcus Molinaro this year. Akshar was reportedly one of possible candidates considered by Molinaro, Akshar is expected to run for his seat in the State Senate again in November.

The Oneonta Common Council will hold their next meeting this evening at 7:00 PM at City Hall. The Council is expected to approve the resolution for the Oneonta Rail Yards final scope of the Environemtnal Impact statement from Delaware Engineering.

Members of the 4 largest fire service organizations in New York State descended on the Capitol today for their annual “Government Affairs Day,” meeting with their elected representatives to discuss the Issues of Concern. The main priority for New York’s fire service in 2018 is a bill that would allow fire departments to recover the costs of providing ambulance services.

The General Clinton Canoe Regatta Music festival moves into its 9th year with a new sponsor, Michelob Ultra and the United Way of Delaware Otsego Counties. It is being held in the Michelob Ultra Tent at the General Clinton Canoe Regatta in Bainbridge, NY on Sunday, May 27, 2018 from 1 PM -11 PM.

(John Harmon 5-15-18)

More Information about directions, hours, event info, race entries, is available at canoeregatta.org.

Governor Cuomo announced New York State is moving to join a lawsuit against the federal government for failing to enforce the Fair Housing Act. The lawsuit aims to force the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to enforce a rule requiring local and state governments to address segregated housing patterns as a condition of receiving federal housing funding. New York is the first state in the nation to move to join in the national lawsuit filed by a group of fair housing advocates which seeks to reverse HUD's suspension of the implementation of the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Rule.

Delaware County Sheriff's Office and the Delhi Emergency Squad responded Saturday to 2 ATV accidents in the Town of Hamden. 30 year old Michael Armstrong of Roxbury lost control of the ATV on a curve, struck a tree and sustained head injuries, his passenger, 28 year old Laura Armstrong was ejected, Both subjects were taken to O’Connor Hospital, Michael Armstrong was transferred to Bassett Hospital, where he is in critical condition. Laura Armstrong was treated and released. A 2nd ATV accident occurred when 27 year old Corey Hochbrueckner of Oneonta, struck Armstrong’s ATV; Hochbrueckner & 33 year old Ashley Joslin of Hamden, were injured. The investigation is continuing & alcohol was a contributing factor, charges are anticipated.

State Senator Jim Seward announced senate passage of legislation he sponsors to combat auto insurance fraud, by targeting criminals who stage auto accidents in attempts to profit from insurance claims. "Alice's Law" was prompted by the 2003 death of Alice Ross, who was killed as a result of a staged auto accident. This bill would establish tough penalties by creating a new crime of staging a motor vehicle accident. The bills have been sent to the assembly for consideration.

There will be a few new things regarding the races for the 56th General Clinton Canoe Regatta this year, Chairman John Harmon explains:

(John Harmon 5-3-18)

Harmon said that the Regatta activities will run from Friday May 25th, through Memorial Day Monday May 28th.

A new survey from Quinnipiac University has Governor Cuomo leading actress Cynthia Nixon by a 50% to 28% margin. The poll also has Cuomo with a comfortable lead over the likely Republican nominee, Marcus Molinaro by a 57 to 26% margin.

Construction is underway in the town of Franklin, where a roundabout is being placed at the intersection of State Route 357 & 28. The construction is expected to be completed by the end of November, Traffic at the North Franklin intersection of Route 357 and Route 28 will be controlled by flaggers with a daily lane closure and alternating traffic, while work is being done between 7:00AM & 5:30 PM, and after work is done for the day, the area will be reopened to two lanes of traffic.

Firefighters from Walton, Trout Creek & Delhi responded to a fire at an apartment building at 12 Bruce Street in Walton last night. All residents were evacuated, no injuries were reported, the investigation into the cause of the fire is continuing.

The Broome County Sheriff's Department announced that they will co-host a discussion regarding the issues surrounding marijuana legalization, and Tuesday May 8th at the Forum Theater in Binghamton. The discussion will run from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, the guest speaker will be Jodi Hensley, a Massachusetts based activist on illegal drug issues.

Oneonta Officials announced that the Fabulous Friday event scheduled for tomorrow evening has been moved to May 18th. Some of the indoor events will go on as scheduled, the car cruise in is cancelled due to the expected rain & thunderstorms.

The State Public Service Commission has started legal action against Spectrum Cable for potential violations of its franchise agreement. The State approved Spectrum's acquisition of Time Warner and its ability to operate in New York based on the fulfillment of certain obligations, which included providing broadband access to underserved parts of the State and maintaining its workforce.

The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce is holding their 2018 Annual Dinner & Celebration of Business today at 5:45 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts center in Oneonta. The Chamber will be Honoring NBT Bank as the Distinguished Business of the Year, & the late Eugene Bettiol Sr., as the Distinguished Citizen Award winner, which was named in his honor.

The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting today in the Guilford Elementary School Cafeteria at 6:30 PM. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.

Binghamton Police announced that they are looking for 22 year old Orlando Tercero of Nicaragua regarding the death of 22-year-old Haley Anderson, a nursing student at Binghamton University. Tercero and Anderson were previously in a relationship, Anderson was found dead in her Oak Street apartment Friday, while Tercero left the United States for Nicaragua. Anyone with information can contact the Binghamton Police Detective Division at 607-772-7080 or 607-772-7082.

State Budget negotiations are continuing in Albany, and something that may be included is the added school security measures following the continuing rash of school shootings nationwide. Local Assemblyman Cliff Crouch comments:

(Cliff Crouch 3-12-18)

Lawmakers have until April 1st to get the annual budget plan completed.

For the 2nd year in a row, Melodie Loya, a home schooled student from Sidney, will be going to the Scripps National Spelling bee in late May & early June, after winning the local DCMO BOCES Daily Star spelling bee this past weekend. Martha Ryan of DCMO Boces said that they are putting together a fundraiser so that Melodie can go to Washington & Compete again:

(Martha Ryan 3-12-18)

Melodie finished in the top 50 at last year's Scripps competition in Washington D.C.

Delaware County Public Health announced that they will hold a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets on March 21st, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, at the Delhi Fire Hall, at 140 Delview Terrace Extension. More information is available at 832-5200, or at delawarecountypublichealth.com

State Police are alerting area residents of another scam that appears by text on your phone, that appears to be coming from a bank, & urging the recipient of the text to call a number back immediately. Police remind area residents that you should never give any banking information by email, text or by phone, they advise you to contact your bank directly if there is an issue that needs to be addressed.

The Binghamton Rumble Ponies invite fans to their annual Meet the Rumble Ponies Dinner on Tuesday, April 3rd at the Holiday Inn in Downtown Binghamton. Tickets are on sale, at the Starting Gate Box Office at NYSEG Stadium. On the night of the dinner, Rumble Ponies players will arrive at 5:30 PM for the “Meet the Rumble Ponies” autograph reception. Dinner will be served at 7:00 PM followed by a special event including an interview with returning Rumble Ponies manager Luis Rojas and introductions of the new coaching staff and players. The Rumble Ponies kick off the 2018 season at home on Thursday, April 5 against the Portland Sea Dogs at 6:35 PM.

State Police arrested 30 year old Ethan David of Norwich for Criminal Mischief, following a report of a fight in a residence on White Store Road in the town of Norwich. David is accused of causing damage by punching a wall, leaving several holes. David was arraigned & was remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $1,000 cash or $2,000 bond.

The State Department of Environmental Conservation and researchers at Cornell University are surveying New Yorkers about deer-related interests and concerns. Survey results will be used to guide deer population management decisions.

State Police arrested 16 year old Emmanuel Coy of Whitney Point, for felony Making a Terroristic Threat, following the investigation of the previous threat against the Whitney Point High School that resulted in the arrest of another teenager on February 15th. Coy was arraigned and was remanded to Broome County Jail on $2,500 cash bail. The investigation revealed no threat to the school or the public.

Following an investigation into a threat toward the Otselic Valley School District on March 9th, a 17 year old Plymouth youth was arrested for Making a Terroristic Threat & was arraigned in Chenango County Court and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on no bail. The youth will reappear in Court at a later date.

NYSEG has restored power to nearly all of the more than 203,000 customers that were impacted by the 2 winter storms that hit the region over the past week. The storms had heavy, wet snow and high winds that caused severe damage to electrical infrastructure through the Northeast. NYSEG crews, tackled more than 3,000 downed wires and hundreds of broken poles in the hardest hit areas of The Catskills.

Former Sidney Mayor Jim Warren has died at the age of 81. Warren taught in the Sidney High School, served for many years on the Sidney Village Board, before being elected as Mayor from 1999 to 2011. No services are scheduled, but donations in Warren's name can be made to the Delaware Valley Humane society.

Governor Cuomo today announced he is advancing a 30-day budget amendment to prohibit sexual contact between police officers and those in custody. Under current law, incarcerated individuals cannot give consent to corrections officers or probation officers, but the law does not apply to sexual activity between police officers and those who are detained or otherwise in custody. This legislation will amend the law to expressly include police officers.

Students in the Unadilla Valley School District will have the chance to attend a Career Fair at the district tomorrow. Several area businesses will send representatives to meet with students in grades 6 through 12 starting at 1:00 and 3:00 PM tomorrow.

Delhi police arrested 20-year-old Willie Lopez of Queens for burglary & criminal mischief. Lopez is accused of breaking into the Delhi McDonalds, and damaging ceiling tiles, he was arraigned & was sent to the Delaware County Jail on $5,000 cash bail pending future court action.

New York State is now home to 400 breweries, surpassing the previous record of 393 breweries set in 1876. The number of breweries has skyrocketed since the state's first Wine, Beer and Spirits Summit in 2012, with 243 new breweries obtaining licenses, and beer being brewed in 57 of the state's 62 counties. Additionally, 202 new farm brewery licenses have been issued since a farm brewery law went into effect on January 1, 2013. Additionally, institutions including Cornell University, SUNY Morrisville, and Hartwick College's Center for Craft Food and Beverage are now engaged in research and offering testing of barely, malt and beer quality, Morrisville and Hartwick also have programs to train New York's next generation of brewers.

The U.S. Small Business Administration has granted governor Cuomo's request for a Physical Disaster Declaration for several counties including Otsego County, following a weather system that brought severe storms and flash flooding from excessive rainfall from July 1 through July 24th. Individuals and businesses may also obtain information and loan applications by calling the SBA's Customer Service Center at 1-800-659-2955; Loan applications can also be downloaded at sba.gov/disaster. The deadline to return economic injury applications is November 13, 2018.

State Police arrested 27 year old Nathaniel Richardson of Unadilla and 28 year old Katrina Ellis-Seymour of Sidney, for Petty Larceny, the 2 are accused of shoplifting several times on February 9th at the Oneonta Wal-Mart, and allegedly stole merchandise valued at more than $200. Richardson and Ellis-Seymour were subsequently arraigned before the Oneonta Town Court and were remanded to Otsego County Jail in lieu of $300 cash bail. Their next court date is pending.

Governor Cuomo today announced he is advancing a 30-day budget amendment to crack down on physician misconduct. The legislation will authorize the Health Commissioner to order those charged with a felony related to their medical practice whose alleged conduct may present a public risk to immediately stop practicing medicine, and to obtain a warrant to search an accused physician's home, office and belongings. In addition, the legislation reduces the response time for supplying relevant documentation.

The Chenango County Republican Committee has endorsed District Attorney Joseph A. McBride for New York State Supreme Court in the Sixth Judicial District. The endorsement came following a vote of Committee Members from across Chenango County. The Sixth Judicial District encompasses all of Broome, Chemung, Chenango, Cortland, Delaware, Madison, Otsego, Schuyler, Tioga and Tompkins Counties. The vacancy in this office was created by the recent retirement of Judge Kevin Dowd.