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P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-18-26

State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli & the State Department of Financial Services announced the approval of the Butternut Valley Banking Development District as a participant in the Banking Development District program and deposited $35 million in New York State funds to Sidney Federal Credit Union’s new Morris Branch. SFCU Senior Vice President Andrew Smith said that it was a team effort with the Butternut Valley Alliance & State Officials to make this happen:

(Andrew Smith 2-18-26)

The Butternut Valley Alliance, local municipalities partnered with SFCU on the BDD application, Alliance Chairperson Maggie Brenner comments:

(Maggie Brenner 2-18-26)

The program supports the establishment of bank and credit union branches across the State where there is a demonstrated need for banking services, the new District covers the towns of Butternuts, New Lisbon, and Morris, and the villages of Gilbertsville and Morris.

Progress is continuing with the Stewart's shops project in Sidney, Mayor Ray Baker told WCDO News when the previous Great American store should be torn down:

(RAY BAKER 2-18-26)

Mayor Baker also said that they are waiting on the state department of health to give approval for the water for the Clover Lane Development project, and they may get that approval at Thursday's Village Planning Board meeting.

Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies conducted a traffic stop in Delhi February 10th, the driver provided Deputies with a false name and date of birth, K9 Dexter discovered Methamphetamine, Fentanyl, plus scales and packaging materials. 43-year-old Adam Bright of Delhi was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance with intent to sell, plus Criminally using Drug Paraphernalia, Obstruction of Governmental Administration, False Personation, Aggravated Unlicensed Operator among other traffic violations, Deputies transported Bright was turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility to be held for Arraignment.

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 1-29-26

36 year old John Pierre Regazzi of Delhi pleaded guilty to Assault, Forcible Touching and Criminal Contempt in Delaware County Court Wednesday, where he appeared for his scheduled pre-trial hearings. A jury trial was scheduled to commence on February 9, but Regazzi decided to enter a guilty plea, he will be sentenced to 5 years in state prison, to be followed by 3 years of post-release supervision, he will also be required to register as a sex offender for at least 20 years upon his release from state prison, and there will be a final order of protection in favor of the female victim. After pleading guilty, Judge Rosa remanded Regazzi back to the Delaware County Correctional Facility pending sentencing on April 1.

Sidney Federal Credit Union announced a $1 million community support initiative for 2026, titled "Why SFCU? 1 Million Reasons," the initiative seeks to make a difference in the lives of residents throughout the region, Chief Retail Officer Andrew Smith explains:

(Andrew Smith 1-29-26)

Smith said that they will be announcing the organizations that will benefit from the initiative shortly, more information is available at sfcuonline.org/1millionreasons or follow @sidneyfcu on social media.

An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today in Delhi from 10:30 am. - 4:30 pm., at the State University Farrell Student & Community Center, on Delhi Drive; book an appointment to give blood or platelets now by using the Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 1-31-25

The Southern Tier Music Fest in Sidney will have a full slate of acts this year at the Sidney Municipal Airport, with VIP tickets still available, but they expected to start selling quickly, Ed Curley is 1 of the organizers and he told WCDO News that the performers are all scheduled:

(ED CURLEY 1-31-25)

Tickets and additional information can be found at southerntiermusicfest.com for the Saturday July 5th event.

The Community Cultural Center in Sidney will have their next Comedy Night on Friday February 7th, with 2 comedians scheduled to perform, including the headliner who has appeared on national television:

(AMY WILLIAMS 1-31-25)

Williams said that people can also attend the Open Mike Night tonight at the Community Cultural Center, starting at 6:45 PM.

American Red Cross is holding 3 Blood Drives today, one from 10:30 am. - 4:30 pm., at the SUNY Delhi Farrell Student & Community Center, another from 9:30 am. - 2:30 pm., at the DCMO BOCES Harold Campus & another from 10:30 am. - 3:30 pm., at the Cooperstown High School, donors are asked to book a time by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS

The Binghamton Rumble Ponies announced that Single Game Tickets for the 2025 Season go on sale online and in-person at the Visions Federal Credit Union Starting Gate Box Office at 10:00 AM on Sunday, More information is available at milb.com/binghamton.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 1-29-25

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand commented today on President Trump’s order to freeze virtually all grants and loans disbursed by the federal government for Law enforcement, fire departments, SNAP, HEAP, infrastructure projects, disaster relief and emergency preparedness programs, Veterans programs, child care centers and public schools that rely on federal funding to keep their doors open:

(Gillibrand 1-29-25)

President Donald Trump's budget office rescinded the order freezing spending on federal grants today, shortly after Senator Gillibrand and others went public with their oppositon to the act, as well as a number of legal challenges being filed across the country

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies pulled over a vehicle in Sidney Monday night , they arrested 61 year old Douglas Scott of Afton. Scott was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Aggravated Unlicensed Operator, as was as a number of traffic summonses. Scott was released on traffic summons and an appearance ticket and is scheduled to appear in the Village of Sidney Court at a later date to answer the charges.

Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 23 year old Devon Kupris of Davenport for driving with a revoked driver’s license. Sheriff’s Deputies conducted a traffic stop last night in Delhi , Deputies determined that Kupris' privileges to operate a motor vehicle had been revoked on 5 prior dates and that he was required to have an interlock device installed on any vehicle that he operated due to previous alcohol-related charges. Kupris was charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, operating out of interlock restriction, plus several other traffic violations, he was released on traffic summonses and was directed to appear at the town of Delhi court at a later date to answer the charges.

The Binghamton Rumble Ponies announced that Single Game Tickets for the 2025 Season go on sale online and in-person at the Visions Federal Credit Union Starting Gate Box Office at 10 AM on Sunday, More information is available at milb.com/binghamton.

The Sidney Booster Club announced that Sidney Sabers Spirit Night will be held this Sunday with a parade & pep rally & other activities at Keith Clark Park, organizer Rachel Swain explains:

(Rachel Swain 9-25-24)

Swain said that community members are encouraged to come out & support Sidney's teams next week for Homecoming Week.

Sidney Federal Credit Union announced that they have exceeded $1 billion in assets and stands more than 72,000 members strong, which comes as SFCU celebrates its 75th anniversary this year, Vice President of Membership Andrew Smith explains:

(Andrew Smith 9-25-24)

Smith said that SFCU merged with Edge FCU in Liverpool, in October 2023 and opened a new branch in Cicero, in May, they operate 12 branch locations across parts

of 14 counties.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-25-24

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that President Biden has approved her request for a Major Disaster Declaration to provide federal assistance to communities impacted by Tropical Storm Debby on August 8-10. This declaration allows for federal financial assistance to support public infrastructure reconstruction efforts in several Counties, including Broome & Delaware Counties locally. A Major Disaster Declaration secures financial assistance through FEMA, and provides funding to local governments for debris removal and repairs to buildings and infrastructure, including roads, bridges, water and wastewater treatment facilities, critical infrastructure sites, schools, parks and other facilities. Grants of up to $50,000 will be available to eligible homeowners in Delaware County locally.

Delaware County Board of Elections will hold two days of in-person voter registration at the Delaware County Board of Elections, 97 Main Street, Suite 5, Delhi on Sept. 28 from 2 pm. to 9 pm. and Oct. 10 from 10 am. to 2 pm. For more information call 607-832-5321.

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

(Maggie Brenner 5-28-24)

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

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

(Brenda Flowers 5-28-24)

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

The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will be holding a Web Presence Seminar for Business owners and non-profit organization leaders to review their digital marketing efforts. The seminar will be held on June 4 & will be conducted by Sean Griffin of Cornerstone Services. The free seminar will be held on June 4 in the meeting room at the Business Center at 5 ½ Main Street in Delhi, starting at 10:00 am. Attendance is limited and advance registration is required at DelawareCounty.org

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

(Rich Townsend 5-28-24)

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

The House Ethics panel says it has found "substantial evidence" of lawbreaking by Congressman George Santos, and has referred its findings to the Justice Department. The committee said Thursday that Santos' conduct warrants public condemnation, is beneath the dignity of the office, and has brought severe discredit upon the House. Santos has maintained his innocence and refused to resign despite calls from many of his colleagues to do so. Santos is accused of knowingly making his campaign committee file false or incomplete reports with the Federal Election Commission, among other misdeeds.

NYSEG Reports that there are no power outages locally this morning, after yesterday's transformer fires in Sidney. Anyone who still has power issues this morning can call 800.572.1131 to report any electricity emergency.

The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will have their Business & Breakfast event this morning, starting at 8:30 am at the Bluestone Restaurant in Delhi. Today's event is sponsored by Sidney Federal Credit Union

The Delaware County Board of Elections reminds area residents that October 23rd is the Last day to receive application or letter of application for General Election absentee ballot, October 28 is the last day an application can be received by Board of Elections for eligibility to vote in the General Election. & for them to receive a change of address from a registered voter. Early Voting will be held at their office at 97 Main Street, Suite 5, in Delhi from Saturday, October 28 through Sunday, November 5th. More information is available at 607-832-5321, at their Facebook & Instagram pages or at delcony.us.

The Sidney Moose Lodge will host a spaghetti fundraising dinner Saturday from 4:00 to 8:00 PM, for Tracy Ramage and Dave Charles, who lost their home & their dog in a fire on August 30th. In addition to the dinner there will be a 50-50 raffle and basket raffles, more information is available at 563-8791

A.M. NEWS Thursday 10-19-23

State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation arrested 44 year old Erin Walker of Union, for 3rd degree Grand Larceny and Falsifying Business Records. An investigation revealed that Walker embezzled approximately $12,000 from American Window Cleaning Company in the town of Fenton from 2016 to 2022. Walker was arrested and brought to the Broome County Correctional Facility for Central Arraignment.

The Southern Tier Regional Economic Development Council will host a public open forum today to solicit feedback and priorities from the community, today at 5:30 at SUNY Delhi. The session will be led by Omar Sanders, who is the regional director of the Southern Tier Regional Council, he will be joined by representatives from River Street Planning and Development of Troy, they will focus on talent attraction and retention. A Zoom link for can be found at regionalcouncils.ny.gov/southern-tier

Visions Federal Credit Union will host a Business After Hours Event today at their Oneonta Branch in the Well Now Plaza on State Route 23. The program runs from 5:00 to 7:00 PM today.

SFCU announce that their Merger is complete with the former "Edge Federal Credit Union" in Liverpool as of yesterday, SFCU Senior Vice President Andrew Smith explains;

(Andrew Smith 10-3-23)

Smith said that the plans are also moving forward with the upcoming branch in Cicero, giving SFCU a substantial foothold in the Syracuse area market.

The Sidney Town Board will hold its Budget Workshop at 6:30 pm this evening. The meeting will be held in the Board Room at the Town Building, located at 44 Grand Street.

On Sunday Morning, September 24th, 2023, Sheriff’s Deputies observed a speeding vehicle traveling on Meredith Street in the Village of Delhi. Deputies identified the driver as 21 year-old Blaise Atanga of White Plains, his driver’s license was revoked in the State of New York. Deputies arrested Atanga for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, along with other charges, he was released on the traffic tickets and is scheduled to appear in the Town of Delhi Court at a later date to answer the charges.

Applications are due this week for those interested in taking the Leaderful Delaware course offered by the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce. Delaware County Chamber President Ray Pucci comments:

(Ray Pucci 9-25-23)

The program will start on October 12 with an in-person session in Delhi. We will continue to meet on the second Wednesday of each month through May 2024. A graduation recognition will be celebrated at the Chamber’s Business and Breakfast event in June 2024. Applications are due October 1, they can be Downloaded at delawarecounty.org.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-25-23

Acting New York State Police Superintendent Steven Nigrelli has announced he's stepping down from office. Nigrelli was no longer under consideration for the permanent role, he plans to retire effective October 6th. A report from the Albany Times Union stated that Nigrelli was investigated for alleged harassment and discrimination complaints, he has served in law enforcement for 32 years.

22 year old Jacoyia Byrne of New York, was sentenced to a 3 year term of probation supervision for the crime of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. . Byrne was arrested May 5th for selling amphetamine to undercover officers with the Delhi Police Department. The Department of Probation recommended Byrne receive a period of probation supervision as punishment, Judge Burkert accepted the plea agreement and sentenced Byrne.

The opening game of the Eastern League Championship Series between the Binghamton Rumble Ponies and Erie Seawolves scheduled for Sunday at Mirabito Stadium has been postponed due to inclement weather in the forecast. The game will be made up on Monday at 6:05 pm. at Mirabito Stadium and gates will open at 5 pm. Fans with tickets to Sunday's game can use the same tickets for Monday's game. For tickets tonight's game go to BINGRP.com, call 607-722-3866, or visit the Visions Federal Credit Union Starting Gate Box Office at Mirabito Stadium.

The Nate Lull Scholarship Foundation is hosting their next fundraiser event on Sunday, October 15th at Awestruck Ciders in Sidney from 11 AM to 5 PM. Pre-sale tickets for raffle items are available now at Awestruck for $10 per ticket. A portion of all sales from the event will go to The Nate Lull Scholarship, which is available to local seniors in the WCDO coverage area. Last year, the Scholarship fund handed out $14-thousand dollars. More information is available at natelull.com.

The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will recognize several businesses and groups for their service to the county’s business community at its 2023 Business Awards celebration on October 18 at Bluestone Restaurant in Delhi. Delaware County Chamber President Ray Pucci said that 2 businesses have been chosen as the "Business of the Year:"

(Ray Pucci 9-6-23)

Pucci said that the 2023 Community Connector Award will go to the Delaware County Industrial Development Agency, there will be 8 new businesses that will be recognized as the Chamber’s Rising Stars, the Awards celebration will be held on Wednesday, October 18, coinciding with National Chamber of Commerce Day, at Bluestone Restaurant at 85 Scotch Mountain Road in Delhi. Tickets for the dinner event are $50 per person. Reservations are required and may be made under the Events column at DelawareCounty.org.

Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for Justine Luckie on an outstanding warrant for criminal possession of a Controlled Substance, Luckie is described a white female, 5'8" tall about 135 pounds with brown hair & brown eyes, Anyone with information is asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office at gobroomecounty.com/sheriff/warrants or by calling the Broome County Sheriff’s Office tip line at (607) 778-1196 or Warrants Division at (607) 778-2923 or (607) 778-2933. Thank you.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 9-6-23

19th District Congressman Marc Molinaro will host a Senior Resource Fair today from 11:00am to 2:00 pm in Binghamton. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with representatives from the Broome County Office For Aging, Broome County Health Department, Broome County Sheriff's Office, Southern Tier Independence Center, Visions Federal Credit Union, among others. The session will be held at the American Legion Post 1645 at 177 Robinson Street in Binghamton.

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

19 year old Payton Gendron of Conklin has had his court date adjourned, due to the snow storm that dumped about 6 feet of snow on the Buffalo area since Thursday. Gendron was due in Erie County Court today to to answer to a series of charges for the fatal shooting for 10 people and the injuring of 3 others, during an attack on a Supermarket in a black neighborhood in May. Gendron is being held pending court action in for local and federal courts in the near future.

Delaware County Sheriff's deputies arrested 24 year old Henry Kaufmann of Delhi following an investigation into a 1 vehicle accident Friday night on State Highway 10 in Delhi. Deputies responded to the accident site, where the driver left the scene, Kaufmann was later located & he was charged with operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated, leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident, moving from lane unsafely, speed not reasonable and prudent, operating with no seat belt, and open container. Kaufmann was released on an appearance ticket and was scheduled to appear before the Town of Delhi Court at a later date.

Sidney Federal Credit Union announced a location for their flagship branch in the Syracuse market, on Brewerton Road in front of the Cicero Walmart Supercenter. The new branch will feature the same concierge-style concept that SFCU established in its Amsterdam location, with personal teller pods and video-enabled iTMs that allow members to connect virtually with a representative while conducting transactions. Sfcu Membership is over 64,000 with $775 million in assets.

Sidney Federal Credit Union awarded $10,000 in scholarships to selected graduating members this year, Vice President Sales and Marketing Andrew Smith explains:

(Andrew Smith 6-2-22)

SFCU Scholarship recipients were Kayla Houck of Downsville, Hannah Sulas of Schenevus, Sariah Vesterfelt & Christina Ritter of Walton, Autumn Madugno of Bainbridge-Guilford, Zoe Gifford of Deposit, Anna Dewey of Sidney, Madison Felter of Hancock & Sebastian Quarella and Skyler Nowalk of Greene.

Delaware County Board of Elections reminds county voters to Register to vote for the June 28th Primary Election, tomorrow June 3rd is the last day to register in person or postmark a registration form for the June 28th Primary Election. Republican and Democratic Parties have primaries for Governor this year. Registration forms and applications for absentee ballots may be found online at delcony.us, call 607-832-5321 or stop in at 3 Gallant Avenue in Delhi. Delhi NY.

The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will host their Annual Dinner & Awards Ceremony tonight, with 3 awards to be given out, Chamber President Teri Schunk comments:

(Teri Schunk 6-2-22)

This year’s Organization of the Year award goes to the Sidney Alumni Association, Spokesman Brian Innes commented:

(Brian Innes 6-2-22)

Chamber President Teri Schunk was chosen as the Citizen of the Years, the Business of the Years award goes to Gavin’s Pizza. The Annual Dinner will be held at the Sidney Fire Hall on River street starting at 5:00 PM.

Delaware County Sheriff's Office announced that a violation of post release conditions imposed by the Village of Walton Court has resulted in the arrest of a Sidney man.  Deputies & Sidney Police officers arrested 42-year-old Dana-John Britton of Sidney on the warrant for the parole violation after his release from the Delaware County Correctional Facility.  Britton was arraigned in the Village of Walton Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $10,000 cash bail or $20,000 bond.

The Delaware County Board of Elections is reminding county potential voters that October 8th is the last day to register in person and to postmark a registration form for the November 2nd General Election.  On this year's ballot is a Supreme Court Justice seat and many Town Offices, plus 5 State propositions and the Town of Colchester has one proposition on the Ballot. Early voting will be in their Delhi office from October 23rd through October 31st, more information is available at delcony.us or by calling 832-5321.

Chenango River Theatre will present only the 2nd staging of "The Craftsman ' a new play by author Bruce Graham that premiered in Philadelphia recently.  Theatre spokesman Bill Lelbach explains:

(Bill Lelbach 9-24-21)

Lelbach said that the Author Bruce Graham will be in attendance on opening night to see the show, which will run from October 8th through the 24th, on Thursday, Friday & Saturday nights at 7:30 & Sunday Matinees at 2:00 PM, Tickets can be purchased at chenangorivertheatre.org, or by calling the box office at 656-8499.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-24-21

The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is holding their "Halfway To The Hooley" event in Downtown Sidney tomorrow, Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:

(Teri Schunk 9-24-21)

Schunk said that other events will also be going on at the Sidney Cultural Community Center at Main & Bridge Street, in addition to the Division & Main Street activities Saturday.

The Chenango County Sheriff's Department announced that a Child Safety Car Seat Check Event will be held on Saturday, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, at the Visions Federal Credit Union on State Highway 12 in Norwich.  State Certified Child Safety Car Seat Technicians on hand to check for correct car seat installation, proper car seat fit for your child and the Chenango County Sheriff's Office will be replacing any car seats, at no cost to the family, that are found to be expired or do not properly fit your child.  More information is available at 337-1874.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 11-20-20

The Sidney Police Department investigated 2 incidents of a scheme where a forged postal money order had been used or attempted to be used at the Sidney Federal Credit Union in Sidney. The investigation revealed that the Sidney cases were similar to cases in other jurisdictions. Sidney Police teamed up with Police in Delhi, Walton and Bainbridge, they arrested 22 year old Daron Bartholomew of Brooklyn for Grand larceny & Scheming to defraud, & 21 year old Anthony Someone of Merrick for Possession of a forged instrument & Attempted Scheming to defraud, both were arraigned in Village of Sidney Court and were released & will return to court at a later date.

4 Towns Forward is an effort from Sidney, Unadilla, Bainbridge & Afton & they are working together for a Small Business Saturday event for the holidays tomorrow, Teri Schunk of the Sidney Chamber comments about their plans:

(Teri Schunk 11-20-20)

June White told WCDO News about the Bainbridge Chamber's event with many vendors spread out over several sites tomorrow:

(June White 11-20-20)

Also, 6zero7 Advertising & Events of Afton will hold their 2nd Locally Made Holiday Shop event at the Hitching Post on Route 7 in Port Crane Saturday from 9:00 to 2:00 and 4:00 to 8:00 PM.

The National Weather Service is calling for a Winter Storm
Watch Tuesday, local meteorologist rich Townsend comments:

(Rich Townsend 1-28-19)

Townsend said that he believes that
the storm will have up to 6 inches of snow accumulation Tuesday.

A Delaware County Grand Jury handed down Sealed Indictments
last Thursday after a narcotics trafficking investigation in the Delhi area.  Sheriff’s Investigators and Deputies arrested
61 year-old Herbert Jones and 47 year-old Nicole Byron of Delhi Friday, for
Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance, for allegedly selling Heroin in the
Village of Delhi in December.  Byron was
located and arrested in the City of Albany, & was returned to Delaware
County. Jones was arraigned in Delaware County Court on Friday and was remanded
to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail pending continuation
of his arraignment.   Byron was arraigned
in Delaware County Court this morning and was also remanded to the Delaware
County Correctional Facility to be held without bail pending continuation of the
arraignment.

A new report shows that the use of E-Cigarettes by New York
State youth has sky-rocketed in the last few years by 160% over 4 years.  Linda Wegner of Advancing Tobacco Free
Communities of Delaware Otsego & Schoharie Counties said that there is a
lot of work to be done to correct this issue:

(Linda Wegner 1-28-19)

Wegner said that the problem has been compounded by big
tobacco companies such as Marlboro, buying up E-cigarette companies & using
flavorings & marketing to entice youth into nicotine based products, state
& federal officials are just starting to consider legislative action to
stop these trends.

The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced that their
next "1sty Friday Eat & Greet” event will be held at the Bellayre ski
resort in Highmount om February 1st at 8:30 AM.
The last day to register for the event through the Chamber office in
Delhi is tomorrow at http://delawarecounty.org

The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive today from
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Sidney Federal Credit Union, at 42 Union Street.  To make an appointment, download the American
Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS, All
blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients.

Governor Cuomo today directed the New York Department of State to issue new regulations holding consumer credit reporting agencies accountable to the public. The regulations, adopted on an emergency basis and effective immediately, require consumer credit reporting agencies to respond within 10 days to requests made by the Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection on behalf of consumers. The new regulations to protect consumers are available at dos.ny.gov/consumerprotection.

The State's "Charge NY" initiative is offering electric car buyers a Rebate of up to $2,000 for new car purchases or leases, which when combined with a Federal Tax Credit of up to $7,500 can lead to savings for New Yorkers interested in the newer Green vehicles. State residents who buy or lease a plug-in hybrid or battery-powered car may qualify for the Drive Clean Rebate. Currently, there are 30 electric car models that can qualify for the rebate programs.

The Sidney Chamber of Commerce Holiday Business After Hours event is being held today. The Sidney Federal Credit Union will host the event at the headquarters on Union Street in Sidney from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.

The Delaware County Office for the Aging will hold a Holiday Open House Wednesday at their new location. The Open House will run from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 PM at the 97 Main street location in Delhi.

On Sunday, Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 25-year-old David Reed of Hamden on 1 count of 2nd degree Rape. Reed is accused of engaging in sexual contact with a child less than 15 years old. Reed was arraigned in Delhi Town Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $1000 bail; A Felony hearing is scheduled for Delhi Town Court at a later date.

State Police announced a "Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert" in the Southern Tier, for 78-year-old William Caloroso of Nichols, who is missing since Sunday. Caloroso is described as a white Male, 5’10", about 160 pounds with Brown Hair & eyes, he suffers from Alzheimer's disease and may be in need of medical attention. He was last seen on River Road in Nichols, at 8:30 PM last night, driving a 2010 dark blue Chevrolet Impala with New York license plate GDY-8262. He was wearing a flannel shirt, blue pants, and may be wearing a baseball hat that says Sidney on top. Anyone with information is asked to call State police at 561-7400 or at 911.

Hancock Fire and EMS responded to a report of flash flooding in the area of 5256 County Highway 28 Town of Hancock Saturday Night. A wedding with 130 people was in danger and subjects were advised to seek higher ground. The road covered in 1 to 1 ½ feet of rapidly moving water and impassible, swift water rescue resources by the Delaware County Emergency Services and the Deposit, Walton, and Sidney Swift Water Rescue Teams and boats, State Police responded. The water started to drop allowing responding personnel to gain access to the area of the wedding party. All 130 plus individuals were accounted for and safe on higher ground, they were assisted onto awaiting coach buses that had been provided for the wedding and driven to a safe location. Delaware County DPW cleared and reopened County Highway 28 shortly after. The bridge and lower part of Shea Road however were determined to be unsafe with extensive washouts noted. This area was closed off to travel.

Sidney chamber of commerce arts & music festival is scheduled for July 30th in Downtown Sidney This year, Chamber President Stephanie Taylor explains:

(Stephanie Taylor 7-11-16)

The Sidney Chamber can be contacted at 561-2642, their new website is at sidneychamber.org.

Blood donations are being accepted today at 2 locations. Today in Sidney, blood can be donated from 10 a.m. to 3 pm at Sidney Federal Credit Union at 42 Union Street & in Gilbertsville from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at Christ Episcopal Church. Appointments can be made by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

Former Town of Tompkins Supervisor & Delaware County Budget Director Perry Shelton has died at the age of 97. Shelton led the fight against the New York City Watershed Regulations from 1991 through 1997, resulting in the Watershed agreement signed by then Governor George Pataki; he also co-founded the Sidney Federal Credit Union. Calling Hours will be held from 2:00-4:00 PM and 6:00-8:00 PM on Wednesday, at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 AM on Thursday, at Sacred Heart Church, 15 Liberty Street in Sidney.

The Department of Environmental Conservation won't issue a water quality permit for the Constitution Pipeline. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved the pipeline project in 2014 contingent on the state permit, which is required by the federal Clean Water Act. Constitution Pipeline Company officials will appeal the state decision to the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.

A traffic stop by Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies in the Village of Delhi Thursday, led to the arrest of 52 year old Leland Liddle of Andes, Deputies discovered more than 30 bags of heroin in the vehicle. Liddle was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance with intent to sell, failure to keep right, failing to notify the DMV of an address change & Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Investigators then executed a search warrant and also arrested 31-year-old Sean Dingle of Queens on charges of Criminal Possession and criminal sale of a Controlled Substance, Liddle and the child were observed in a vehicle waiting for Dingle in the Unadilla Fishing Access parking lot.. Liddle was arraigned in the Town of Sidney Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $250,000 cash bail pending further court action.

The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 34-year-old Jodi Babcock of Bainbridge, who was stopped for operating a suspended vehicle, aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle, and loud exhaust. During the course of the traffic stop hypodermic needles & heroin were found. Babcock is accused of possessing the heroin with intent to sell, she was also wanted on a bench warrant by the City of Norwich Court. Babcock was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, along with vehicle and traffic violations. She was arraigned in the Town of Bainbridge Court and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $5,000 cash bail. The Sheriff’s Narcotics Division and Village of Sidney Police Department assisted with the Investigation.

The Kennedy Performing Arts Center of Sidney will hold their Annual Winter Showcase tonight at the Sidney High School. Spokesperson Nikki Kennedy explains:

(Nikki Kennedy 1-29-16)

The showcase begins at 6:30 PM tonight.

Boys & Girls 14 & younger are invited to participate in the Knights of Columbus Basketball Free Throw event Saturday in Sidney. Registration with parental consent begins at 10:00 AM at the Sidney High School Gym; the winners will be eligible to participate in the district & state competitions.

The CASH Coalition of Otsego and Delaware Counties has announced that residents who meet income eligibility requirements will be able to prepare and file their state and federal income taxes for free. MyFreeTaxes is a service available to individuals and families who made under $62,000 in the 2015 tax year. The program is available beginning January 31st at CDO Workforce Offices in Oneonta, Delhi & Sidney, The Sidney Federal Credit Union Delhi Branch on Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, & at the Huntington Memorial Library at 62 Chestnut Street in Oneonta. Appointments are required at 432-0061.

The town of Sidney zoning board of appeals will hold a meeting at the Sidney civic center today a 5 :00 PM. the meeting is open to the public.

The CASH Coalition of Otsego and Delaware Counties has announced that residents who meet income eligibility requirements will be able to prepare and file their state and federal income taxes for free. MyFreeTaxes is a service available to individuals and families who made under $62,000 in the 2015 tax year. The program is available for use on any home computer or public computers that are available for use beginning January 31st at CDO Workforce Offices in Oneonta, Delhi & Sidney, The Sidney Federal Credit Union Delhi Branch on Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, & at the Huntington Memorial Library at 62 Chestnut Street in Oneonta. Appointments are required at 432-0061.

Lawyers for former State Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos and his son Adam filed a motion in federal court requesting to have their convictions tossed out and a new trial granted. Both were convicted of bribery, extortion and conspiracy charges back on December 11th, Dean Skelos was found to have used his political influence to arrange payments and jobs for his son. They are scheduled to be sentenced on March 3rd.

The Assembly Republican Conference released a report on heroin abuse, called the Heroin Elimination & Prevention Plan, following 7 forums across the state. Assemblyman Cliff Crouch comments:

(Crouch 1-26-16)

Assemblyman Pete Lopez Comments:

(Lopez 1-26-15)

According to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heroin deaths have quadrupled in the decade between 2002 and 2013, and according to the federal Drug Enforcement Agency, New York accounts for about 20% of federal drug seizures every year.

At 12:00 PM, Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul will outline Governor Cuomo's 2016 State of the State Agenda During Southern Tier Regional Economic Development Council Meeting. The meeting will be held at the Binghamton University, Old Union Hall at 400 Vestal Parkway East in Vestal.

Governor Cuomo signed legislation to expedite access to medicinal marijuana for New Yorkers suffering from serious health conditions. Cuomo also announced that he has ordered state health officials to review whether a new, broader medical marijuana program due to begin in January has enough production and dispensing sites to adequately serve the state. 20 sites are scheduled to open early next year. The governor said that the drug would be dispensed to eligible patients as soon as practicable, he also said that the state will abide by standards from the U.S. Justice Department to ensure that New York’s program does not trigger enforcement actions by the federal government.

The first Baptist Church in Sidney will hold their services this Sunday at the Circle Drive Alliance church from 2:00 to 3:30 PM, due to a heating problem. After the church services, members of the church will return to the Baptist Church for packing the "Operation Child" boxes as originally scheduled.

The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood today. 2 blood drives will be held in Delaware County today, one in Sidney from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Sidney Federal Credit Union, at 42 Union Street & in Delhi from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the State University Farrell Student & Community Center, at 2 Main Street. Those looking to donate blood can download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS to make an appointment. All blood types are needed.

The "I Am Dreaming of a Cancer-Free Christmas" Holiday Bazaar will be held on December 5th at the Sidney American legion. The event will run from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, the event is sponsored by the NBT Bank, NBT-Mang Insurance Relay For Life team.

The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood before the holiday season is in full swing. 2 blood drives will be held in Delaware County tomorrow, one in Sidney from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Sidney Federal Credit Union, at 42 Union Street & in Delhi from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the State University Farrell Student & Community Center, at 2 Main Street. Those looking to donate blood can download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS to make an appointment.   All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients.

The Jolly Holly Days Committee of the Sidney Chamber of Commerce will once again sponsor the annual Jolly Holly Days parade on Friday, December 4th. The theme this year is Dr. Seuss Christmas. There will be awards and cash prizes, which will be judged by a panel. The parade will begin at 6:30 pm with line up beginning at 5:30 pm.

Fire investigators have determined that it was a lightning strike that hit the Sidney Federal Credit Union Main branch in Sidney. Vice President of Marketing Keith May told WCDO News that he came to work there at about 6:00 This morning, & the Sidney Fire Department was summoned about an hour later:

(Keith May 7-20-15)

May said that the Sidney branch had only minimal damage, teh clean up is underway & the State of the art insulation in the new building smoldered for several hours since the lightning strike at about 10:00 Sunday night, traditional insulation would have likely burst into flames quicker.

Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested and charged a Delhi man with introducing dangerous prison contraband into the facility. On Saturday night Delaware County Correctional Facility intake officers conducting a search of a new inmate found Brayan Thompson of Delhi was in possession of a concealed belt buckle knife while being booked into the jail, on an unrelated Burglary charge, he was subsequently charged with Promoting Prison Contraband. Thompson was arraigned on the new charge, & was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $2000 cash bail; he remains incarcerated pending future court appearances.

The next 4-chamber mixer will be held today, sponsored by the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce. At the 6:00 PM at the Sundown Golf club on Hay Path Lane in Guilford. All members of the Sidney, Unadilla, and Afton & Bainbridge chambers are encouraged to attend.

State Police at Sidney arrested 24 year old Bernadette Kalsky of Vestal for Aggravated DWI following an accident on I-88 In Bainbrdge. Troopers responded to a Chenango County 911 report of a one car motor vehicle accident on the Interstate, Kalsky struck a guiderail and drove off the road. Kalsky was not injured in the accident, she had a reported BAC content of .21, she was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Bainbridge Court on March 23rd.

The Sidney American Legion will be hosting an open house tomorrow to increase membership. Spokesman Larry Halbert explains:

(Larry Halbert 3-13-15)

More information about the open house or the American legion itself is available at 434-0239 or 237-4762.

A fundraiser for Bainbridge native Heather Bucalos (Byu-CAL-us) will be held Saturday from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at the Sidney Elks Lodge. All the money raised at the event will assist Heather to cover medical and travel expenses to treat her illness. More Information is avaialbel at the "Hope For Heather" Facebook page.

More dates that have just been added for free tax preparation programs this month, including on Saturdays this month at the Delhi Branch of Sidney Federal Credit Union. Cheri Albrecht of the United Way of Delaware & Otsego Counties explains:

(Cheri Albrecht 3-13-15)

Locations will be in Delhi & Oneonta; all appointments can be made through Catholic Charities at 432-0061.

A fundraising Bowl-A-Thon will be held in Sidney Saturday to support the Sidney Boys & Girls Club, the event will be held at the East Main Lanes in Sidney, more information is available at 561-2311.

More dates that have just been added for the "My Free Taxes” program by appointment only on Saturdays of March 7, 14, 21 and 28 at the Delhi Branch of Sidney Federal Credit Union. Cheri Albrecht of the United Way of Delaware & Otsego Counties explains:

(Cheri Albrecht 3-6-15)

Locations will be in Delhi & Oneonta, all appointments can be made at 432-0061.

Several of the dancers with the Kennedy performing arts center of Sidney will be performing a dance routine at Madison square garden this weekend at a New York knicks basketball game. Nikki Reed of the Kennedy performing arts center explains:

(Nikki Reed 3-4-15)

Reed said the Dancers & their families were able to go to New York City for this event following a recent successful fundraiser.

O’Connor Hospital will be hosting the Delhi Health Festival in conjunction with Delhi’s Covered Bridge Run tomorrow from 7:30AM – 11:30AM in the Courthouse Square in Delhi.   Festival vendors will include WIC, Cornell Cooperative Extension, Bassett Cancer Services Program, Mothers and Babies Perinatal Network of South Central NY, Sidney Federal Credit Union, Bassett Healthcare Network, and more.  Admission to the Health Festival is free, and children and adults of all ages are welcome.

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 24-year-old Nathaniel Bracci of Delhi on an arrest warrant issued from the Town of Delhi court for 2nd degree Forgery, Criminal possession of stolen property, Possession of a Forged Instrument, 4th degree Grand Larceny, criminal possession of a weapon and Petit Larceny.  Bracci was arraigned in the Town of Delhi Town court and remanded to the Delaware county Jail on  $10,000 bail or $20,000 bond.

The Sidney Federal Credit Union Delhi branch official ribbon cutting was held this afternoon.  The new branch is a state of the art facility according to SFCU President & CEO Jim Doig:

(Jim Doig 5-29-13)

The Delhi branch is located at 5 main street in Delhi, it is the 9th branch location of SFCU.

Molly Youngs of Sidney was knocked out of the Scripps national spelling bee this morning in Washington DC.  Molly went out in Round 2 on 'apparatchik', she will remain in Washington for the remainder of the competition as a spectator.

The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Delaware County will hold an energy Symposium tomorrow at Suny Delhi.  The event will be held in Catskill Hall from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, topics include: Efficiency and Savings, heating with wood pellets, new technologies for home and business with solar thermal, solar-voltaic and small wind turbines, the Grass Pellet Demonstration Project, & funding opportunities.   There will be tours of the energy projects on the Delhi Campus and of the new green/sustainable construction at Sidney Federal Credit Union in Delhi. More information is available at 865-6531.

The Sidney Central School Observatory will be open Tonight, from 8:30-10:00PM.    Featured attractions will be Jupiter and the Moon.  Several telescopes will be available for viewing, including the main scope inside the dome.  This event is open to the public, and admission is free.  This session will be run by Sidney High Astronomy students.  The Observatory is located behind the high school building.  Please drive past the main entrance of the new gymnasium.

A Tuscan Italian feast fundraiser will be held tomorrow from 4:00 to 7:00 PM, at the Sidney VFW, to benefit the Delaware valley humane society.  The cost will be $10.00 per person; children under 5 will eat free.  A Chinese auction is also scheduled.

Another blood drive will be held in Sidney tomorrow.  The blood drive will be held at Saint Luke’s church on west Main Street from 1:30 to 6:30 PM.  More information is available at 1-800-red cross or at redcrossblood.org.

WCDO.... BUSINESSES- AGENCIES- ORGANIZATIONS...CLOSINGS/CHANGES....

- BUTLER AUTO SALES IN SIDNEY WILL CLOSE AT 5:30PM TODAY AND REMAIN CLOSED TUESDAY FOR THE SAFETY OF THEIR EMPLOYEES.

-MCDOWELL AND WALKER IN SIDNEY HAS CANCELLED THEIR DANSKO VIEWING PARTY TONIGHT FOR 6PM.

-WASTE RECOVERY ..... THERE WILL BE NO TUESDAY TRASH PICKUP FOR WASTE RECOVERY CUSTOMERS. THE REGULAR TUESDAY ROUTE WILL BE POSTPONED UNTIL WEDNESDAY 10/31. PLEASE DO NOT PUT TRASH BAGS OR CANS OUT ON TUESDAY.

-AFTON TOWN CLERK CANCELLING COURT SESSIONS AT 3PM AND 6PM

-SFCU- HANCOCK BRANCH CLOSED TODAY

-GUILFORD TOWN PLANNING BOARD MEETING FOR 7PM CANCELLED.

CHENANGO MEMORIAL HOSPITAL CLINICS IN OXFORD, SHERBURNE AND SIDNEY AND SIDNEY LAB & IMAGING, DENTAL AND ENT AS WELL AS PHYSICAL THERAPIES WILL BE CLOSING AT 1PM TODAY. WALK-IN IN NORWICH WILL BE OPEN UNTIL 6PM TODAY.

-FRIESLAND CAMPINA IN DELHI CLOSING AT 2PM TODAY AND RE-OPENING WEDNESDAY AT 7AM.

ACCO BRANDS IN SIDNEY IS CLOSING AT 3PM TODAY AND WILL RE-OPEN AT 10:30AM TUESDAY.  EMPLOYEE HOTLINE IS 561-5005.

KENNEDY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER CLASSES TONIGHT ARE CANCELLED

GUILFORD TOWN BOARD MEETING TONIGHT CANCELLED.

CULLMAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER IN SIDNEY WILL BE CLOSING TODAY AT 3PM. THEY WILL RE-OPEN TOMORROW AT 10AM.

MAZ CPR COURSE POSTPONED UNTIL MONDAY 11/5

MEET AND GREET WITH TOBIAS WHITAKER AND BILL HEATH SCHEDULED FOR TONIGHT AT THE SIDNEY LIBRARY HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

AMPHENOL REQUESTS 2ND SHIFT EMPLOYEES THAT DRIVE TO WORK USE THE EAST GATE FOR DIRECTIONS WHERE TO GO

STATE FARM... 24 HOUR HOTLINE.... 1-800-SF CLAIM

ABC CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS... ALL CLASSES TONIGHT ARE CANCELLED.

DONNA FRECH SCHOOL OF DANCE ..ALL CLASSES AT ALL LOCATIONS TONIGHT CANCELLED.

VISIONS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION.... ALL LOCATIONS CLOSING AT 3PM

SECTION IV ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION....  ALL MEETINGS, ACTIVITIES AND GAMES SCHEDULED FOR TODAY AND TUESDAY ARE POSTPONED.  CHECK sectionivathletics.com  FOR UPDATED INFORMATION.

ALL BRANCHES OF SFCU CLOSING AT 4:30PM TODAY AND WILL RE-OPEN AT NOON ON TUESDAY...SUBJECT TO WEATHER

BLACK HORSE YOGA STUDIO IN GUILFORD... ALL CLASSES TONIGHT CANCELLED.

SIDNEY MCDONALDS... WILL BE CLOSING AT 7PM TONIGHT AND WILL RE-OPEN AT 8AM TUESDAY IF THEY HAVE POWER.

S&S CAFE IN BAINBRIDGE WILL NOT BE SERVING DINNER TONIGHT

SIDNEY GREAT AMERICAN WILL BE CLOSING AT 7:30PM

TUESDAY CLOSINGS:

SIDNEY VILLAGE AND TOWN COURTS WILL BE CLOSED TUESDAY 10/30

SCOVILLE- MENO IN SIDNEY

MASONVILLE TOWN COURT.... NO COURT TUESDAY

PLANNED PARENTHOOD HEALTH CENTERS IN SIDNEY, ONEONTA, NORWICH, WALTON AND BINGHAMTON CLOSED TUESDAY