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P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-1-26

Over 600 NYSEG customers in Otsego County are without power today, following last Night's Storms, the Towns of Laurens & Pittsfield in Otsego County have a State of Emergency in effect due to impassable roads from downed trees & power lines. Crews are working to restore power as quickly as possible.

The totals are in for the number of teams registered for this year's Gus Macker Basketball Tournament in Downtown Norwich, organizer Tom Revoir comments:

(Tom Revoir 7-1-26)

Revoir said that those looking to volunteer or be paid referees should call the Norwich YMCA at 607-336-9622 to get involved.

Preparations are wrapping up for the annual Delaware County Fair in Walton in August, Fair Board President Jason Craig explains:

(Jason Craig 7-1-26)

Craig said that another big announcement about a Fair giveaway will be announced next week, the 139th annual Delaware County Fair will be August 17th through the 22nd this year, one of the highlights will be a show by Chubby Checker.

Broome County Sheriff's Office announced expanded support services at the Broome County Correctional Facility through a partnership with the Addiction Center of Broome County. Sheriff Fred Akshar commented at a Press Conference this afternoon:

(Sheriff Akshar 7-1-26)

Addiction Center of Broome County Executive Director Carmela Pirich commented:

(Carmela Pirich 7-1-26)

More information about their programs on a variety of issues can be found at acbcservices.org

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-1-26

About 480 NYSEG customers are without power this morning, following last Night's Storms, the Town of Pittsfield in Otsego County has a State of Emergency in effect due to impassable roads from downed trees & power lines.

38 year old Jennifer Hewitt of Bloomville, was indicted by a Delaware County Grand Jury, Counts 1 and 2 are for 3rd degree Grand Larceny, for unlawfully issuing a check from a different bank to Delaware National Bank of Delhi and then withdrawing more than $3000, to have insufficient funds in either account to cover her withdrawal on 2 occasions.

29 year old Wesley Eignor of Hobart, was indicted by a Delaware County Grand Jury for Attempted Assault, Obstruction of Governmental Administration and Aggravated unlicensed operation of a Motor Vehicle. The indictments stem from an incident where Eignor was stopped by a Delaware County Deputy for speeding, he resisted arrest & assaulted the Deputy, and did not have a license or privilege of operating a motor vehicle.

The Hartwick College new President Laurel Bongiorno, is the College’s 13th president, previously she has been an integral part of Hartwick’s leadership team since joining the College in 2022:

(Laurel Bongiorno 7-1-26)

Bongiorno has identified 3 priorities: building confidence and pride in Hartwick, advancing the Forward Momentum Plan, and ensuring a sustainable future for the College.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-29-26

The State Police Troop C Violent Gang Narcotics Enforcement Team & Community Stabilization Unit conducted a traffic stop Saturday on a vehicle on State Route 206 in the town of Downsville after observing Vehicle and Traffic Law violations. The operator of the vehicle was Maurice Stewart, who was charged with several counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Police seized cocaine, methamphetamine, 2 cell phones & Cash, Stewart was processed & was transported to the Delaware County Jail for Centralized Arraignment.

The Delaware County Board of Supervisors has approved funding for a countywide Fire Services Assessment to be conducted by Emergency Services Consulting International. The approval follows recommendations from the Delaware County Fire Advisory Board’s Recruitment and Retention Committee and an overwhelming majority of County Fire Chiefs regarding the challenges facing Delaware County’s volunteer fire service. The Delaware County Board of Supervisors approved Resolution No. 96 authorizing the transfer of $73,828 to retain ESCI to perform the assessment, which should take about 9 months to complete following project initiation and data collection.

Governor Hochul today announced the release of the $30 million Agricultural Resiliency Against Tariffs Program for New York agricultural producers. The tariff relief program will provide direct payments of a minimum of $1,000 and a maximum of $25,000 to eligible producers. Distribution of funds will be determined through two tracks, 1 for Dairy Farms & the other for Livestock, Livestock Products, Specialty Crops, More information is available at agriculture.ny.gov/agricultural-resiliency-against-tariffs-program

Broome County Sheriff’s Office arrested 60 year old Robert Sanfelice of the Town of Union, for allegedly harassing a neighborhood family because of their race and ethnic origin since 2020. Sanfelice was charged with several Counts of Harassment, Sanfelice was taken to Central Arraignment where he was released on his own recognizance, to appear in the Town of Union Court at a later date.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-29-26

51 year old David Gensler of Delhi, pleaded guilty in Delaware County Court, to 5 separate indictments, for Unlawful Imprisonment, Attempted Bribery of a Witness, Criminal Contempt, Falsely Reporting an Incident, Aggravated Harassment, for various attacks against a few county Residents, Orders of Protections were issued on behalf of the victims, Gensler was sentenced to 2 terms of 1 year in prison to run concurrently, plus time served on other counts.

Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 45 year old Ryan Barriger of Walton following the execution of an arrest warrant issued by the Town of Walton Court.   On June 24th, Deputies responded to an "in progress" domestic incident, Deputies found that Barriger had engaged in a physical domestic with another person while a child was present, Thursday, Deputies received court documents they located & arrested Barriger, he was charged with Endangering the Welfare of a Child and Harassment & he was processed, arraigned & was released on his own recognizance and was directed to reappear at the Town of Walton Court at a later date to answer the charges.

Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 29 year old Makayla Rutherford of Hartwick, for 2 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child & 1 count of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, following an investigation into a domestic dispute in the Town of Hartwick. Rutherford is accused of possessing illegal controlled substances while having custody of 2 children, she was arrested and processed on the charges & was turned over to Otsego County Corrections pending Arraignment.

Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 46 year old Sandra Schaffer of Franklin following the investigation of a domestic incident. On May 20th, Deputies were dispatched to a domestic incident in the Town of Sidney.  Schaffer allegedly kicked another person in the chest, Deputies submitted requests for a Criminal Summons and an Order of Protection, Deputies received the documents & on June 17th, Schaffer was charged with Harassment, she was issued the Order of Protection & was released and ordered to appear in the Town of Sidney Court at a later date to answer the charge.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-15-26

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies were notified of a scam where callers are contacting residents and reporting that they are from the New York State Electric & Gas, The scammers state that there is an overdue bill and that if the bill is not immediately paid, the resident's electricity will be shut off. The Sheriff;s Office reported that people should never give personal financial information to cold callers, they should hang up, and contact local law enforcement if they feel that they were scammed.

Chenango County Planning Department announced that they are seeking more public comments on the Hazard Mitigation Plan, Shane Butler of the Planning Department Shane Butler told WCDO News about the process:

(Shane Butler 5-15-26)

The plan is available at chenangocountyny.gov/Hazard-Mitigation, interested citizens have until the end of May to comment.

The Oneonta Town Board has approved a 1 year moratorium to stop new data centers or cryptocurrency mining. The moratorium affects plans by Eco-Yotta from building a data center on County Road 9 in the Town of Oneonta, the plan requires State Approval to be implemented.

Regatta Row will be set up for another week in the Bainbridge Business District, the canoe paddle Adirondack chairs will be brought to the General Clinton Canoe Regatta grounds next Friday & they will be auctioned off at 4:00 PM Saturday May 23rd in the Chamber of Commerce tent at General Clinton park during the canoe regatta. The auctions will start online at 32auctions.com.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-15-26

Hartwick College will confer degrees to approximately 220 students during its 94th Commencement ceremony, which begins at 10 am. Saturday, on Elmore Field. For more information, visit hartwick.edu, the event will also be live streamed on the Hartwick College You Tube Channel.

The Chenango County Department of Public Health will be visiting area towns through June 30th, to educate the community on the importance of Lead and Lead Poisoning, with their annual "LEAD WALK" that has continued since 2012. Chenango County Health Department Senior Health Educator Chris Arnold explains:

(Chris Arnold 5-15-26)

Chenango County Residents should look for blue doorknob hangers on your front door to access this educational information about lead poisoning. More information, contact the Chenango County Health Department at (607) 337-1660.

Saturday will be the 2nd annual “Play for Pete” Peter Stanton Jr Memorial Softball Tournament @Keith Clark Park in Sidney. The day will include an 8 team softball tournament, concessions, Hot Air Balloon Rides, face painting, music, Cornhole raffles & door prizes. ALL proceeds from the event go to Athletic awards, Scholarships and Youth sports programs.

The Susquehanna SPCA in Cooperstown HAS teamed up with the Bissell Pet Foundation this year, in an effort to get adoptable pets into their new homes, Susquehanna SPCA Executive Director Stacie Haynes told WCDO News how the program works:

(Stacie Haynes 5-1-26)

Haynes said that people can go to their website at sqspca.org, the program runs deadline is coming right up, on May 17th.

The State Department of Transportation reminds Oneonta area residents invites the public to an Open House on Tuesday May 19th to discuss project plans and construction for the Southside Oneonta Safety and Mobility Improvement Project. The project calls for improving safety, traffic flow, and pedestrian access on State Route 23 & 28, by extended turning lanes, additional sidewalks, full repaving, and updated pavement markings. Construction is expected to start in June and continue through fall of 2027. The open house will be held on Tuesday at the Southside Community Room at 5006 State Highway 23 in Oneonta, session will be from 11 am. to 1 pm. and 4 pm. to 6 pm.

Commerce Chenango has been awarded $750,000 in funding through the State Homes and Community Renewal, which will help property owners rehabilitate vacant and uninhabitable spaces and convert them into safe, quality, and affordable rental units. Property owners interested in applying for the program can do so directly through Commerce Chenango. For more information, the timeline and complete guidelines, go to hcr.ny.gov/vrp

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-13-26

Otsego County Sheriff's Office responded to a dump truck rollover accident with entrapment Tuesday Morning at the intersection of County Route 11 and Burke Hill Road in the Town of Hartwick. One occupant was extricated and transported to Bassett Medical Center for further evaluation. The driver was extricated using hydraulic rescue tools and was airlifted by LifeNet to Albany Medical Center for treatment.

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

(Carol Allen 5-13-26)

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

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 5-11-26

On Sunday morning at 9:14pm the City of Norwich Fire Department was dispatched for the report of a structure fire located at 6 & 6A Griffin Street in the City of Norwich. Firefighters found a working fire, crews entered the apartment building and found fire and smoke conditions within both apartments, they searched for occupants on all floors, they were able to bring the fire under control within an hour of arrival. Norwich Fire Department was assisted by the Sherburne, Oxford, North Norwich & Plymouth Fire Departments, the cause of the fire was determined to be accidental and involved improperly discarded ashes from a prior campfire with the remaining ashes placed in a garbage bag on the rear porch of the home. There were no reported injuries to firefighters. 2 occupants of the home were evaluated at the scene by EMS & were released.

New York Attorney General Letitia James called for the passage of the One Fair Price law, which would ban surveillance pricing in New York state. Surveillance pricing is when companies use algorithms to analyze consumers spending habits, and then determine the highest price they will pay for a product. James said that 2 neighbors could buy the same product at the same time but pay different prices, The package includes 2 bills, one for online shopping and one for traditional retail stores. The bills also ban the use of electronic shelf labels in grocery stores and pharmacies.

Hartwick College will confer degrees to approximately 220 students during its 94th Commencement ceremony, which begins at 10 am. Saturday, May 16, on Elmore Field. For more information about Commencement 2026, visit the website; hartwick.edu, or at the Hartwick College youtube channel.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 5-11-26

State Police announced a 35% increase in vehicle and traffic tickets issued during this year’s Operation Hard Hat initiative, from April 20 through April 24th. State Police conducted 12 enforcement details across the state. Troopers were deployed within active work zones, 967 tickets were issued, 401 for speeding, 138 for distracted driving, 160 for violations of New York’s Move Over Law. In Troop c there were 65 tickets issued, 34 of those were for speeding,

A heavy presence of emergency responders and volunteers from both New York and Pennsylvania are searching for 18-year-old Dalton Malmstrom, who was last seen leaving his residence near the Susquehanna River in the town of Nichols, at 7:45 am. Saturday, Family members told Police that he was not acting like himself prior to leaving. Dalton is described as a 5-foot-10 white male with dark hair and was last seen wearing a dark-colored shirt. Anyone who with information regarding his whereabouts is urged to contact the State Police at (607) 561-7400 immediately, a picture is posted at the State Police Facebook page.

Old Route 17 in the Town of Sanford, will be closed to all traffic today and should be reopened to traffic on August 15. The road will be closed for a large culvert replacement, All thru traffic will need to seek alternate routes while the road is closed; A signed detour will be in place.

Delaware County Public Health will have a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For dogs, cats, and ferrets today from 5:30PM to 7:30PM, at Hancock Town Hall, 661 West Main Street. For More Information, call Delaware County Public Health at (607) 832-5200.

Delaware County Office for the Aging & Pizzo's Restaurant of Delhi are developing menus for the next 2 weeks to serve Delaware County Senior Meals. Meal Times will be at 11:30 AM, Sidney Seniors meals will be served at the Community Cultural Center , reservations are requested at 607-643-8390.

An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held in Delhi today from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Delaware County Sheriff's Office. Make appointments at redcrossblood.org, by calling 1-800-REDCROSS or with the Blood Donor App.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-17-26

39 year old Taylor Church of Bainbridge, admitted to violating the terms and conditions of her probation sentence, and was expelled from the Delaware County Adult Treatment Court Program. Church was re-sentenced in Delaware County Court to 2.5 years in state prison to be followed by 1 year of post release supervision. Church pleaded guilty last October to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, State Police arrested Church in January of 2025, a search uncovered heroin, cocaine a scale & ammunition.

Otsego County School Districts Plastic Film Recycling challenge ends today, after Otsego County Students collected & turned in plastics like grocery bags, bread bags & bubble wrap to get them out of the waste stream, Kyle King of the Otsego County Solid waste Department explains:

(Kyle King 4-17-26)

King said that in recent years, the challenge has successfully recycled tons of the plastic film items, with the winning district getting the ice cream event each year of the contest.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-17-26

This Weekend, Fire Departments around the state will be participating in the annual "Recruit New York" Campaign, in order to add to their ranks, local organizer Roger Barnhart explains:

(Roger Barnhart 4-17-26)

Departments participating locally include; PORT CRANE, PLYMOUTH, ANDES, TROUT CREEK, HARTWICK, MILFORD, MOUNT VISION, UNADILLA, & WEST ONEONTA, To find out what day & times local Fire Departments are participating, go to fireinyou.org/recruitny.

Volunteers are needed to help with the Keith Clark Park Community Work Day Saturday, organizer Lori Roach explains:

(Lori Roach 4-17-26)

People can bring work gloves, gardening tools, and should dress accordingly, in case of rain the clean up day will be held on Sunday.

Butternut Valley Alliance, Morris Rotary, and Morris Central School are partnering for an Earth Day community clean-up and creek-side planting day on Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 in the village of Morris. Participants will meet at the Morris Central School parking lot to spread out in groups to pick up debris along the roads in Morris and plant milkweed provided by Upper Susquehanna Coalition along the Butternut and Calhoun creeks. For more information, visit butternutvalleyalliance.org

The Jericho Arts Council hosts the The Corvettes Doo Wop Revue Saturday, at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre, Spokesman Phil Wade comments:

(Phil Wade 4-17-26)

All Tickets $20, they can be reserved at 607-288-3882.

ARC of Delaware county will hold open interviews at 2 upcoming hiring events, one is tomorrow from 10:00 Am to 2:00 PM at 383 County Highway 38 in Arkville, the 2nd will be there on Thursday April 23rd fro, 3;00 to 6:00 PM. More information is available at 607-865-7126.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-3-26

The City of Norwich Police Department arrested 33 year old Chad Potter of Sherburne, following a multi-agency investigation into interference with public safety communications. The investigation began in March of 2021, when it was alleged that Potter unlawfully transmitted over a law enforcement radio frequencies on multiple occasions, interfering with police, fire, and EMS operations throughout Chenango County. Potter broadcast false statements, including one transmission of "shots fired, shots fired," Potter was interviewed and admitted to transmitting over the law enforcement frequency and making the false statements, & having flashing lights on his vehicle, he was charged with 2 counts of Obstruction of Governmental Administration & Making a Terroristic Threat. Potter faces court action at a later date.

45 year old Bernard Barnes of Binghamton was found guilty of Grand Larceny following a Jury Trial in Broome County Court, Barnes served as an aide to an elderly individual to assist an elderly man. Family members of the victim became suspicious after a camera in the victim’s room had been covered with tape, after reviewing available footage, it was determined that Barnes had re-positioned the victim’s bed and accessed a safe, from which he stole approximately $14,000 worth of jewelry. Barnes is scheduled to be sentenced on July 16, 2026, in Broome County Court to 3 ½ to 7 years in New York State Prison.

An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Saturday, from 10:30 am. - 2:30 pm., at Hartwick College, to donate blood visit RedCrossBlood.org, the Blood Donor App, or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

The Binghamton Rumble Ponies season gets underway tonight on the road against the New Hampshire Fisher Cats. The home opener is on Tuesday, April 7 against the Somerset Patriots at 6:07 pm; for Tickets, or more information, call (607)-722-3866, or go online at bingrp.com.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-3-26

State Police are warning the public, about scams where individuals are falsely told they are “wanted on a warrant” and must pay money to avoid arrest. Scammers are contacting victims impersonating law enforcement officers, court officials, or government agencies, The victim is pressured to make payment using cash, gift cards, wire transfers, cryptocurrency, or other non-traceable methods. On April 1, a victim was instructed to meet an individual who was purported to be a law enforcement officer to collect funds at a location in Bainbridge. This would have been the 3rd occasion for a sum of money to be over $100,000. After the victim handed over the cash, Troopers intervened and arrested Tushar Sharma of India for 2nd degree Grand Larceny, Scheming to Defraud & Conspiracy, he was arraigned and was released on his own recognizance, and is scheduled to appear at Bainbridge Town Court on April 20th.

State Police gave an update regarding I-88, which remains closed in both directions between Unadilla (exit 10) and Otego (exit 12) due to considerable erosion under the highway in the median impacting both eastbound and westbound lanes. Emergency repairs are underway. I-88 will remain closed until New York State Department of Transportation engineers determine the roadway is safe to reopen. A 9.5 mile detour is in place along State Route 7 to reconnect motorists back to the Interstate.

Governor Kathy Hochul visited Johnson City yesterday, she called for removing the extra level of state oversight in order to speed up the construction of more housing:

(Hochul 4-4-26)

The Governor advocated for lower the costs of auto insurance, by removing widespread fraud from staged accidents & big payouts, the state is late on a new state budget again this year, a budget extender is in effect until Tuesday.

Broome County Corrections Academy will hold its graduation ceremony for the Class of 2026 at the Holiday Inn in Downtown Binghamton at 11:00 this morning. This year, 15 graduates will officially earn the rank of Officer, after weeks of grueling training, learning defense tactics, studying law, and more on their journey to a career in the Correctional Facility.

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-12-26

State Police arrested 33 year old Michael Davis Jr. of Unadilla Wednesday for Grand Larceny, following an investigation of a couple from Unadilla looking for a contractor to complete work at their residence. Davis was hired, The couple provided him Davis with $1,500 for materials, but failed to start the work. Davis was arrested and was issued an appearance ticket to the Unadilla Town Court on April 21, 2026.

21 year old Connor Steidle of South Carolina pleaded guilty in Delaware County Court to attempted criminal possession of a weapon & was sentenced to 3 years in state prison followed by 3 years of post release supervision. On December 12th, 2025, Steidle reportedly threatened his girlfriend in Sidney with a loaded pistol, Sidney Police & A State Trooper arrested Steidle, he was also ordered to stay away from the victim after completing his prison sentence.

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $250 million to help communities afford water and sewer infrastructure improvements. The Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors approved financing and State and federal grants for a number of local governments to access for crucial upgrades. Locally, Funding was approved for the Village of Bainbridge, they will receive $7.5 million in State grants and low-cost financing for the replacement of approximately 13,000 linear feet of water main and waterlines plus the replacement of Well No. 1 and backup power installation for Wells 1 and 3. The Town of Hancock, will receive $3 million in federal grant and interest-free financing for the creation of the Fishs Eddy Water System.

Registration for Hartwick College's Summer Online courses is now open, offering students a flexible way to earn credits while balancing work, internships or travel. More than 65 courses will be offered online across 3 summer sessions between May 25 and Aug. 14. Courses are open to current Hartwick students, students from other colleges, recent high school graduates, high school seniors with permission, and adult learners. For more information, including course offerings and session dates, visit hartwick.edu/summeronline.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 3-12-26

33 year old Christopher Reynolds of Hancock pleaded guilty on Tuesday, to criminal possession of a weapon after a child was injured when he shot the gun inside his home, State Police investigation revealed that on August 27, 2025 Reynolds unintentionally shot a gun inside his home, the child was taken to a nearby hospital and was treated and released.

Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 37 year old Christina LoRusso of Hamden following an investigation of a 1 car accident on February 19th. Deputies were dispatched to State Route 10 near the County Solid Waste Management Facility in the Town of Walton. Lorusso drove off the roadway and over an embankment, crashing into the State DOT perimeter fencing, causing her vehicle to become stuck, she was charged with Driving While Intoxicated and Moving from Lane Unsafely. Lorusso was released on summonses, directing her to appear in the Town of Walton Court at a later date, to answer the charges. Additionally, on the morning of February 20th, Deputies were notified of additional damage at the Solid Waste Facility front gate from Lorusso’s vehicle, she was charged with Leaving the Scene of a Property Damage Accident.

the Otsego County Chamber of Commerce Annual Business Dinner will be held on Thursday, May 14, During the evening, they will present the awards for the Business of the Year, Eugene Bettiol Distinguished Citizen Award, Leadership Otsego Distinguished Alumni Award & Volunteer of the Year, at Foothills in Oneonta. more details will be released shortly.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-9-26

Delaware County Public Health reported that a raccoon tested positive for rabies in the town of Colchester, it's the 1st positive case of rabies in Delaware County in 2026. The rabid raccoon exposed 2 dogs, There were no human exposures. Both dogs are up to date on their rabies vaccinations and received a booster. To report a suspected rabid animal call Delaware County Public Health Services at 607-832-5200, for more information visit delawarecountypublichealth.com

A Local Couple that just lost their senior dog have decided to set up a fundraiser in Norwich at the end of the month, to help local pet owners get the care for their pet, and get help paying for the vet bills, Anett Slater of Norwich told WCDO news about their effort:

(Anett Slater 3-9-26)

Slater said that the event " Luszi's Legacy" will be at the Canasawacta Country Club on Saturday March 28th from 12:00 Noon until 3:00 PM with raffles, vendors, live music and food, more information is available at the "Luszi's Legacy" Facebook page or by calling 607-244-3638

The average price of gasoline at the pump in New York has increased by almost 40 cents per gallon in the last week, reaching $3.36 per gallon, according to GasBuddy. Nationally, the average price of gasoline went up 51 cents per gallon, averaging $3.45 per gallon. GasBuddy attributes the spike in gas prices to the U.S. strikes on Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, they suspect that prices will continue to rise as long as the conflict is continuing.

Hartwick College in Oneonta announced that Kerry Tatlock, will be the guest speaker on April 9th at 7 pm. Tatlock is the executive vice president of global marketing partnerships and media at the National Basketball Association, she will headline the Meredith Sport Management Speaker Series in the Anderson Theatre at Hartwick College. The event is free and open to the public. Tatlock joined the NBA in 2005. More information is available at hartwick.meritpages.com

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-9-26

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced New York State Police and local law enforcement patrols will be increased through St. Patrick’s Day to combat drunk, impaired and reckless driving. This annual traffic safety enforcement period will begin on Monday, March 9, and run through Tuesday, March 17.? During last year's St. Patrick's Day impaired driving enforcement operation, officers statewide arrested 1,224 people for DWI, issued 10,314 tickets for speeding and issued 55,661 tickets in total.?

New York State Police are continuing with their Recruitment efforts. Those who take the test by August 15, will have the chance to be a part of the August 2027 Academy, those interested can apply at joinstatepolice.ny.gov

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-3-26

The weather in the region took an unexpected turn this afternoon, causing issues with after school activities & travel, local Meteorologist Rich Townsend comments:

(Townsend 3-3-36)

Multiple accidents are being reported throughout the region by law enforcement agencies, they advise motorists to slow down & leave extra time to get to your destination. Also, With all of the postponements of sectional semi final basketball games, the Boys & Girls Class C Basketball games will be held at Delaware Academy in Delhi & TC3 in Dryden tomorrow. All of the Boys & Girls Class D semi finals will be held Wednesday at SUNY Delhi.

Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 20 year old Kyle Ruiz of Hartwick, for Promotion of a Sexual Performance by a Child & Obscenity, following an investigation in to multiple Cyber Tips received from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. The Investigation revealed that Ruiz used multiple usernames to solicit sexual content from other users on various social media platforms. In January investigators executed a search warrant at the Ruiz residence, Following the examination of multiple seized devices, additional information contributed to arrest. Ruiz turned himself in today & was held in the Otsego County Correctional Facility to await Arraignment.

30 year old Andrew Weiskopff of Johnson City was arrested on 4 counts of Assault, plus Reckless Endangerment, leaving the scene of a personal injury accident & reckless driving. Weiskopff is accused of striking 2 victims with his vehicle in front of Tully’s in Vestal last Thursday. Both female victims were taken to an area hospital, Weiskopff was located at he returned to his residence, and he was taken into custody without issue, He was also issued two traffic tickets for varying offenses, Weiskopff was remanded to the Broome County Jail

The State Department of Motor Vehicles announced that their department helped New Yorkers recover more than $13.6 million in stolen vehicles, titles, parts and services during 2025. The department reported that 384 Stolen Vehicles were Recovered in 2025 Worth $10.4 Million, and an Additional $3.2 Million Recouped in Titles, Repairs and Refunds, That number is an increase from $11 million recovered in 2024.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-3-26

On Thursday Night, Broome County Sheriff’s Office Road Patrol observed a stolen vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed on State Route 17 in the Town of Vestal, A pursuit followed, to I-81, to I-88 into the town of Fenton & back through Binghamton into Johnson City, the pursuit ended when a tire fail off, the driver, 28 year old Romario Robinson of Binghamton, was taken into custody. 28 year old Shelby Medovich of Harpursville exited a nearby restaurant & interfered with the investigation of Robinson, she is accused of being a participant in the theft of the vehicle. Robinson and Medovich were charged with Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument, Conspiracy, Robinson faced additional traffic violations both were processed, arraigned & were released on their own recognizance pending future court action.

The Raymond Corporation will host an On-Site Job Fair in Greene On March 3, from 12:00pm to 6:00 pm. Job seekers interested in manufacturing and warehousing careers will be able to complete on the spot interviews and tours. Raymond intends to make offers to qualified job seekers within (1) business day from time of interview.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 1-30-26

The City of Norwich has proclaimed today as Jan Papelino Day, with a ceremony today to honor his service as the Norwich Fire Department Chief from 2018, to today. Papelino talked to WCDO on his special day:

(Jan Papelino 1-30-26)

Papelino has served in the Fire Department since 1979, he also worked for 40 years with Unison in Norwich. Gerald Perry will take over as the Norwich Fire Chief.

State Police at Troop C responded today to the report of a vehicle with a windshield that shattered due to ice falling off of a tractor trailer on I-81. An investigation determined that a tractor trailer and a pick-up truck were traveling north on I-81 when a slab of ice flew off the tractor trailer and fell onto the pick-up behind it, the pick-up truck’s driver side front window and windshield were shattered, the driver tractor trailer did not stop, the operator of the pick-up truck, a 23-year-old male of Camden suffered hand and facial injuries, State Police remind Motorists to brush off snow and ice off their vehicles, The investigation is on-going.

The Binghamton Rumble Ponies announced the full 2026 Promotional Schedule for the 2026 season today. There will be 15 giveaways, 12 firework shows, 7 specialty jerseys, 3 appearances and a newly introduced drone show. Individual game tickets for the 2026 season will go on sale Monday, at 9 am online and in-person at the Visions FCU Starting Gate Box Office at Mirabito Stadium. The Rumble Ponies kick off the 2026 season in New Hampshire on April 3rd before returning home on April 7th to take on the Somerset Patriots.

A.M. NEWS Friday 1-30-26

The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 49 year old Kunga Gyamtso following an investigation of a sexual assault that occurred in the Town of Hartwick. Gyamtso is accused of subjecting a female victim to unwanted forcible sexual acts at his residence in the Town of Hartwick. Evidence was presented to the Otsego County Grand Jury which handed down an indictment for the arrest, for Rape & Criminal Sexual Act, Gyamtso was arraigned in the Otsego County Court and remanded to the Otsego County Correctional Facility on $40,000 cash bail or $400,000 partially secured bond. The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Vestal Police Department. .

State Police will be hosting a free child car seat check on Sunday, February 1, between 10 am. and 1 pm. at the Delhi Fire Department located at 140 Delview Terrace Ext. Delhi. Techs will Make sure your child’s car seat is properly installed and the right fit for their age, height and weight, they will check the car seat if there are any recalls and check its expiration. State Law requires that all children must be restrained in an appropriate child restraint system while riding in a motor vehicle until they reach their 8th birthday. All children under the age of 2 must ride in a rear-facing car seat. for more information, contact Troop C at (607)561-7400 and ask for Traffic.

Binghamton University Junior Jesse Findling of Massapequa Long Island earned a Golden Ticket to Hollywood after auditioning for American Idol's 24th Season. Findling received a standing ovation from judges Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood & Luke Bryan, his audition aired Monday on ABC, the "Hollywood Week" performances will air February 23rd.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-19-26

The Guilford Fire Department will be holding a UTV Poker Run on April 26th at 11:00 AM as a fundraiser for the Department. Organizers Roger Barnhart & Teri Schunk explains:

(Teri-Roger 1-19-26)

The money raise will go for the construction of a new Fire Station for the Guilford Fire Department.

The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30 year old Victor Quisquina of Virginia following the investigation of a property damage motor vehicle accident in the Town of Otego. Quisquina was charged with DWI and several related charges, and he did not possess a valid driver’s license, he was processed and released with Uniform Traffic Tickets/Appearance Ticket and is set to appear in court at a later date.

State tax receipts totaled $85.8 billion through three quarters of the State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2025-26, $2.3 billion higher than estimates released in the Division of Budget’s Mid-Year Update, according to the State Comptroller's Office. Collections were $5.9 billion higher than those through December 2024, Personal income tax receipts totaled $44.9 billion and were $1.5 billion above projections and $4.2 billion higher than the same period in SFY 2024-25, due to the impact of wage and financial market growth over the course of the year. The Full report can be found at osc.ny.gov.

The Delaware County Sheriff's Office is assisting with a Missing Persons Report from Weehawken New Jersey. 20 year old Emilio Acosta left home on December 18th, he had 2 knapsacks and his ski helmet, he is familiar with the Roxbury area and his family reportedly used to go skiing at Belleayre Mountain. Acosta is 6'1", about 190 pounds with black hair & he was wearing a New York Yankees cream colored sweatshirt, Gray Sweatpants and black Timberland boots. Delaware County residents who may spot Acosta are asked to call the Weehawken Police Department at (201)863-7800.

The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting tomorrow morning. The meeting will begin at 7:30 am at the back of Bob's Diner, members & directors are encouraged to attend.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-19-26

Several local events are planned to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day, commemorating King’s life and legacy as a leader of the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s. Hartwick College's Yager Museum will be open 11:30 am. to 4:30 pm. in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown is offering a program at 1:30 pm. Monday titled “MLK and Baseball,” The First Baptist Church of Cooperstown will host a memorial service today at 6 pm. The Broome County Martin Luther King Jr. Commission is holding a march starting at 5:30pm at the King Promenade at the Court Street Bridge next to Boscov’s in downtown Binghamton, followed by services at 6pm at the First Congregational Church on Main Street.

New York State recently announced more than $25.5 million in grants to support 29 water quality and climate resiliency projects in the State DEC’s Region 7. In Broome County, the Town of Chenango will receive $560,000 construct a salt storage facility, The Friends of the Upper Delaware River, receives $458,537 to conduct an in-stream stabilization and floodplain reconnection project to improve flood resiliency, aquatic habitat, and water quality in the Upper Delaware River Watershed, and Broome County will receive $400,000 to purchase a new vacuum truck to reduce sediment flow from catch basins discharging into the Minor Tributaries to Lower North Susquehanna River and ultimately the Chesapeake Bay watershed.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 1-14-26

The Broome County Sheriff's Office announced that a former Broome-Tioga BOCES employee is facing additional felony charges after another juvenile victim was identified during an ongoing investigation into inappropriate conduct with BOCES students. 51 year old Evan Thorson of Endicott was charged with Child Endangerment and Official Misconduct, after the Sheriff’s Office followed up on a referral from the State Child Abuse Hotline regarding his conduct as a member of the Broome-Tioga BOCES faculty. Today, Thorson was charged with 3rd degree Rape & Criminal Sexual Act before being remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility.

Governor Hochul announced plans in the State of The State Address Tuesday, where the State will partner with 3 counties in a new State pilot program to help counties offer additional child care options, which will include $60 million in State funding, along with new investments in each of the 3 counties, as they expand child care access with a particular focus on serving children 0-3:

(Hochul 1-14-26)

The 3 Counties are Dutchess County, Monroe County and Broome County, More information is available at governor.ny.gov.

State Police arrested Arthur Stewart for Unlawful Possession of a Noxious Matter. Troopers were dispatched to the town of Ithaca for a report of dispute, where a person was sprayed with bear spray in a staircase between apartments, following an on-going dispute when Stewart intentionally sprayed the victim in the face. Troopers also determined that the bear spray that Stewart used is illegal to carry for self-defense. Stewart was arrested and turned over to the Tompkins County Jail for Centralized Arraignment.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 1-14-26

State Police arrested 34 year old Mitchell Colburn of Windsor, for Promote a Sexual Performance by a Child Less Than 17 Years of Age and Possessing Sexual Performance by a Child less than 16. Colburn is accused of possession and promoting child sex abuse material. The investigation began after the State Police received a referral from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children regarding suspicious online activity. Members of the Troop C Computers Crime Unit and the Binghamton Bureau of Criminal Investigation executed a search warrant on Colburn’s residence. Colburn was processed at SP Binghamton and later transported to the Broome County Jail for Centralized Arraignment.

58 year old Anthony Gardner of Binghamton was sentenced in Broome County Court for 2 separate DWI convictions. Gardner faces up to 9 years in a New York State Prison. Gardner initially was convicted of Operating a Motor Vehicle with .08 of One Percent or More Alcohol, he had 2 Prior Convictions of a Designated Offense Within 10 Years. This offense occurred on January 18, 2025, and Gardner pleaded guilty in September, in a separate incident, Gardner was again convicted of DWI, with a Previous Conviction Within 10 Years, he pleaded guilty in December 2025, The cases were investigated by the New York State Police and the Broome County Sheriff’s Office.

The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30 year old Kaylee Croft of Hartwick on an arrest warrant, and also for Endangering the Welfare of a Child & Unlawful Imprisonment, following an investigation into a domestic dispute/ child custody dispute in the Town of Otsego on December 25th. An arrest warrant was applied for and granted by the Town of Otsego Court, Croft turned herself in to the Sheriff’s office & was turned over to Otsego County Corrections pending Centralized Arraignment.

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 12-11-25

A Federal Court Jury returned a guilty verdict against ANTHONY WALLACE of the Bronx, for kidnapping a minor, coercion and enticement of a minor to engage in illegal sex, transportation of a minor across state lines to engage in illegal sex, and possession and production of child pornography. In March 2024, Wallace met a 15-year-old girl in Binghamton, he subjected the Minor Victim to escalating physical, sexual, and psychological abuse, forced her to disguise her appearance by dyeing her hair and wearing a mask, gave the Minor Victim methamphetamine and marijuana, & created child pornography of the Minor Victim, in Binghamton, which was found on his phone. Wallace later brought the victim across State Lines and then back to his Bronx apartment where he assaulted & raped her, she escaped the apartment & contacted police. Wallace faces multiple lengthy jail terms for the convictions.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced the award of more than $32 million to help local governments enhance safety on their roads by reducing instances of vehicles inadvertently straying from their lanes and lessening the severity of crashes. The funding is part of the State DOT's “Safe System” approach toward zero highway deaths and will support roadway improvements; Locally, in Otsego County, the Towns of Hartwick and Middlefield, will receive $700,000 to install guide rail on County Road 11. In New York State, 44 percent of crash fatalities occur when a vehicle departs from its lane.

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

A.M. NEWS Thursday 12-11-25

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

Due to last Thursday night's cold temperatures, The Norwich BID announced that the 2025 Holiday Tree Lighting will be Tonight at 6:30 pm in West Park in downtown Norwich.

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

P.M. NEWS Friday 11-14-25

Delaware County District Attorney Shawn Smith announced today the 3rd set of criminal indictments against 51 year old David Gensler of Delhi, Gensler was arraigned in Delaware County Court & the indictment was unsealed, the 3rd indictment is the result of a joint investigation by the Village of Delhi Police and the State Police. Previously, Gensler was indicted for Sexual Abuse, Attempted Sexual Abuse, Disseminating Indecent Materials to Minors, Luring a Child, Rape, Stalking & Unlawful Imprisonment. The New Indictments charges him with Falsely Reporting of an Incident, Offering a False Instrument for Filing, Tampering with Physical Evidence, & Conspiracy in order to falsely report a crime against another party. Gensler was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail, pending trial in this matter.

22 year old Matthew Bartosik of Conklin was sentenced today to 50 years in jail for the January 3rd killing of his uncle, Michael Lewis, following a family argument. Bartosik shot his uncle several times, resulting in his death, he also shot his cousin, who survived the incident. When police arrived and tried to enter the house, Bartosik shot at the troopers and deputies. Bartosik was eventually apprehended and took a plea deal and was convicted for 2nd degree murder, 4 counts of attempted murder, 3 counts of attempted murder of a police officer, plus criminal use of a firearm, criminal possession of a weapon & 1st degree assault.

The Next Comedy Night will be held tonight at the Community Cultural Center of Sidney, Spokesperson Amy Williams explains:

(Amy Williams 11-14-25)

Tickets for tonight's show are $15 a piece or $25 for a pair, more information is available at the Community Cultural Center Facebook page.

Fenimore Farm & Country Village in Cooperstown announces the return of Glimmer Nights, opening Saturday, November 22nd, spokesperson Kerri Green explains:

(Kerri Green 11-14-25)

The exhibit expands to 6 weeks and runs Thursday–Sunday evenings through December 28th, with a different display each weekend, Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door. For more information on ticket pricing and details on this & future events go to fenimorefarm.org/glimmernights or call (607) 547-1450.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 11-14-25

State Police arrested 43 year old Todd Seamon of Hartwick for 1st Degree Burglary, after Troopers were dispatched to a report of a burglary on State Route 28 in Schuyler Lake where a victim was assaulted. An investigation revealed that after an on-going dispute, Seamon forced entry into a 77-year-old's home and struck the victim multiple times causing injuries. The victim was transported to Bassett Hospital with what appear to be non-life-threatening injuries. Troopers located Seamon and he was arrested and processed. Seamon was transported to the Otsego County Correctional Facility for Centralized Arraignment.

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 3 people following a traffic stop for a driver known to not have a valid driver's license. 24 year old Deanna Eignor of Hobart was stopped, her & a passenger, 26-year-old Schoen Stocks of Jefferson were found to have fentanyl, scales and packaging materials in the vehicle. Eignor & Stocks were charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia, and Eignor was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation & other traffic violations, she had been released on her own recognizance on unrelated charges, & was additionally charged with Criminal Contempt. 28-year-old Wesley Eignor of Hobart was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle after he arrived on the scene & did not have a valid license. Deanna Eignor was held on $5,000 bail, Stocks & Wesley Eignor were released on appearance tickets.

The Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta is having their Annual Veterans Concert Saturday night that is free to all veterans, Executive Director Geoff Doyle explains:

(Geoff Doyle 11-14-25)

The website for tickets and information about future shows is foothillspac.org.

The Jericho Arts Council will present a new act to the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre stage Saturday, spokesman Phil Wade explains:

(Phil Wade 11-14-25)

Tickets can be reserved by calling 607-288-3882.

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-11-25

Several area fire departments responded to the report of a structure fire at Bordinger's Welding & Fabricating at 336 Winney Hill Road. The fire was reported at about 12:15 this afternoon, and people were able to escape the blaze. WCDO will have more information as it becomes available.

State Police & local Law Enforcement agencies responded today to a host of accidents related to the slippery roads in all of the local counties. Police agencies are reminding motorists to drive slowly now that wintry conditions have returned to the region.

The Hartwick College Board of Trustees announced that Laurel Bongiorno, will be the College's 13th president, she talked about the opportunity:

(Laurel Bongiorno 11-11-25)

Bongiorno will assume the presidency on July 1, 2026, she succeeds James Mullen, who has served as Hartwick's interim president since 2023.

The annual Shop With a Cop event is on December 14th this year in Otsego County, where members from the Sheriff's Office, Oneonta Police Department, Cooperstown Police Department, and NYS University Police at Oneonta will be Christmas Shopping with area students. Area schools will be selecting a student representative to participate, Kids will be given a gift card and paired with a member of local law enforcement to shop for Christmas presents for themselves and/or their family. for those wishing to donate, contact your local law enforcement agency or send a check to the Otsego County Deputy Sheriff's PBA, 172 County Highway 33W, Cooperstown, NY 13326.

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

(Whit Whitaker 11-11-25)

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

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

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-11-25

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

Governor Hochul announced that the last statewide Free Fishing Day of 2025 will be today, to mark Veterans Day. During Free Fishing Days, New York State waives the fishing license requirement for freshwater fishing in New York’s waters. While no license is required, all other freshwater fishing regulations remain in effect.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-10-25

State Police responded to a 3 car crash on I-88 in the town of Sidney Sunday night with 2 people with injuries. At about 5:25 pm a Trooper came upon a 3 vehicle crash on I-88 east near exit 9, where a Chevrolet Malibu operated by 58 year old Ray Saddlemire of Endicott and Dodge pick up towing a camper, driven by 68 year old David Benjamin of Tennessee collided, with the Benjamin vehicle going off the roadway and it overturned, the Saddlemire vehicle was partially in the left lane when it was struck by a Honda driven by 68 year old Gerald Hawkes of Ithaca. Saddlemire & Benjamin were taken to Wilson Hospital with non-life threatening injuries, Hawkes was not injured.

The Children's Home will be holding their Monthly Foster Parent virtual information session Wednesday evening at 6:00 PM, Foster Care Home Finder Meryl Juster of the Children's home will be conducting the session:

(Meryl Juster 11-10-25

Those interested in registering for the session should email mjuster@chowc.org, before Wednesday night's session at 6:00 PM.

With the recent government shutdown, and with the holidays approaching, Bella's Hen House & Farm Stand of Masonville has decided to donate a loaf a bread weekly to someone in need, Bella's mom, Jen Cutting of Masonville Connects, explains:

(Jen Cutting 11-10-25)

More information, is available at Bella's Hen House & Farm Stand on Facebook or email masonvilleconnects@gmail.com.

The Hartwick College Board of Trustees announced today that it has selected Laurel Bongiorno, Ph.D., vice president for academic affairs and provost at Hartwick, as the College's 13th president. She will assume the presidency on July 1, 2026. Bongiorno succeeds James Mullen, who has served as Hartwick's interim president since 2023.

A.M. NEWS Monday 11-10-25

The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a missing person in the Town of Morris Saturday, Deputies located the individual deceased on County Route 49 in the Town of Morris. The investigation remains ongoing in cooperation with the New York State Police and the Otsego County District Attorney’s Office, At this time, there is no threat to public safety.

Starting Today, Otsego County School District will participate in the Plastic Film Recycling challenge, to get plastics like grocery bags, bread bags & bubble wrap out of the waste stream, Kyle King of the Otsego County Solid waste Department explains:

(Kyle King 11-10-25)

King said that in recent years, the challenge has successfully recycled between 3 1/2 to 6 tons of the plastic film, from students at Otsego County Schools.

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-23-25

Sidney Village Police responded Monday to a report of a domestic dispute at 21 Manatee Avenue, as officers arrived, 29 year old Laurent Paul of Sidney fled the scene in a vehicle, Officers learned that Paul encountered Sullivan County Law enforcement on State Route 17 and fled back to Delaware County, Sidney Officers observed Paul on State Route 8 towards the Village, driving erratically & at a high rate of speed, he stopped at the Manatee Ave address, attempted to flee on foot, sprayed mace at officers, who employed a taser and took him into custody. Paul was charged with Endangering the welfare of a child, 2 counts of Obstruction of governmental administration, Criminal mischief, Attempted Assault, Resisting arrest & Reckless driving, among other charges, he was arraigned and remanded to the Delaware County jail on $5000 bail.

The Warren Eaton Airport in Norwich will begin much needed construction next year, after receiving significant Grant money, Chenango County Planning Department Director Shane Butler explains:

(Shane Butler 9-23-25)

Butler said that the administration building and hangar work is scheduled to begin in the spring of 2026.

Otsego County School District will once again participate in the Plastic Film Recycling challenge, to get plastics like grocery bags, bread bags & bubble wrap out of the waste stream, Kyle King of the Otsego County Solid waste Department explains:

(Kyle King 9-23-25)

King said that in recent years, the challenge has successfully recycled between 3 1/2 to 6 tons of the plastic film, from students at Otsego County Schools.

Hartwick College announced that they Reached a $50 Million Campaign Goal, which was announced at their True Blue Weekend kickoff Friday, according to spokesman Eric Malanoski:

(Eric Malanoski 9-23-25)

The Campaign had 5 basic pillars, which includes Investing in scholarships and initiatives that ensure talented students from all backgrounds have the opportunity to thrive at Hartwick, to build the structure and support systems for students, to help with Funding new curriculum and Strengthen initiatives in civic engagement.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-23-25

ZZ Top makes its way to the stage at the Visions Veterans Memorial Arena in Binghamton tonight, promoter Stu Green said that it has been difficult to get big name acts to perform in Binghamton in recent years, it was especially difficult to get ZZ Top back:

(Stu Green 9-23-25)

Tickets are still available for tonight's show at Ticketmaster.com.

Delaware County Department of Public Works will be closing County Route 18 in the Village and Town of Delhi to through traffic from 7 am. until 3:30 pm. today, tomorrow, to allow crews to replace a cross pipe. The road will be open by the end of each day.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-19-25

Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond announced that in observance of New York State Sheriff's Week, the Delaware County Sheriff's Office will be hosting an Open House event on Sunday, September 21st, 2025, from 12pm-3pm at their office located at 280 Phoebe Lane, Delhi. Live demonstrations will be conducted by the K-9 Teams, Drone Pilots, Project Lifesaver Team, and our Motor Vehicle Accident Reconstructionist, plus Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians from Delaware County Public Health will conduct a Car Seat Safety event.

The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual dinner & Awards Ceremony on Sunday October 5th, at Far View farm Unadilla Chamber President Jackie Carey said that tickets are still available:

(Jackie Carey 9-19-25)

Carey said that the Business of the Year Award goes to Village Variety & the Committment to Community award goes to Cat Johnson.

The Sidney Central School District's Homecoming will be held Saturday Night with a "Spirit Night" with a variety of activities, Spokesperson Rachel Swain explains:

(Rachel Swain 9-19-25)

Swain said that the Pep Rally starts at 5:30, Games will begin at 6:00 PM, cider & donuts will be provided by the Sidney Booster club.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-19-25

40 year old Mark Archer of Sidney pleaded guilty to 3 counts of Sexual Abuse in Delaware County Court Thursday. Archer was indicted by a Grand Jury on 12 counts related to sexual abuse against 3 victims were less than 13 years old between 2013 and 2019 in the Village of Sidney, Archer will be sentenced to 13.5 years in state prison and 30 years of post-release supervision, he will be required to register as a sex offender after prison & he is prohibited from contacting his victims.

Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 18-year-old Kayden Wilcox of East Meredith, in June, Deputies received a complaint that a male subject was in possession of child pornography, Investigators responded to a residence in the Town of Kortright to seize electronic evidence. Wilcox was in possession of obscene sexual material of a child, the Sheriff’s Office arrested Wilcox on 1 count of Possessing an Obscene Sexual Performance by a Child, he was released on an appearance ticket and directed to return to the Town of Kortright Court at a later date.

Mohawk Valley Gives, an annual one-day on-line fundraiser, returns today, it is hosted locally by the Community Foundation of Otsego County, where more than 80 participating Otsego County nonprofits will have the opportunity to raise funds with a secure online platform. Community Foundation Director Jeff Katz explains:

(Jeff Katz 9-15-25)

Katz said that Members of the community can visit givemv.org to browse all the nonprofits and give online to their favorite organizations.

Hartwick College will have their annual True Blue Weekend, the College’s annual alumni and community celebration, taking place on campus today & Saturday, the weekend features a full schedule of events for students, alumni, families and friends. The complete schedule is available at hartwick.edu.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-28-25

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

Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested Christopher Ingraham of Pittsfield, for Assault, Attempted Assault, Reckless Endangerment, Reckless Driving, Driving While Ability Impaired by Alcohol as well as several other related charges, following an investigation into a personal injury motor vehicle/ assault complaint in the Town of Pittsfield. Deputies determined that Ingraham struck 3 individuals with his vehicle attempting to break up a physical altercation, 2 were transported to a local hospital for their injuries, he was taken into custody without incident and was processed and was turned over to the Jail pending Centralized Arraignment.

Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 28 year old Gabriel Jensen of Oneonta for DWI, driving with a BAC of .08% or More of Alcohol, Failure to Keep Right, and other related charges, following the investigation of a motor vehicle accident in the Town of Hartwick. Jensen is accused of operating the vehicle while intoxicated, he was processed and released on Traffic Tickets.

The Otsego County Fair returns tomorrow at the Fairgrounds in Morris, organizer Lisa Jackson told WCDO News about some of this week's highlights:

(Lisa Jackson 7-16-25)

More information about the Fair can be found at otsegocountyfair.org, or on their Facebook page.

A.M. NEWS Monday 7-28-25

The National Baseball Hall of Fame inducted 5 more members into the Hall in Cooperstown yesterday. The 1st speech was given by Billy Wagner, who was a small child who was right-handed and went on to become one of the best left handed pitchers of his time, he encouraged people to never give up:

(Billy Wagner 7-27-25)

The 2nd speech was delivered by Dave Parker the 2nd, whose Father, Dave Parker passed away about 1 month ago from Parkinson's Disease, he wrote a poem for his son to read on Induction Day:

(Dave Parker 2 7-27-25)

Willa Allen was married to new Hall of Famer Dick Allen, one of the most feared sluggers of the 60's & 70's who played in Philadelphia, St. Louis, Los Angeles, Chicago & Oakland:

(Willa Allen 7-27-25)

C.C. Sabathia was a star Pitcher for Cleveland, Milwaukee & the New York Yankees, he thanked the women in his life to get him to the Hall, and he encouraged everyone to do the same:

(C.C. Sabathia 7-27-25)

The Final Speech was delivered by Japanese star Ichiro Suzuki, who gave his speech in English, and he discussed turning dreams into goals and goals into achievement:

(Ichiro Suzuki 7-27-25)

The proceedings started an hour later at the Clark Sports Center Sunday due to rain, but thousands stayed on to see & hear the 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame inductions

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

The Delaware County Department of Public Works will be closing County Route 27 at the Cummings Road intersection in the Town of Masonville starting today, for a large culvert replacement. This project is expected to take 6 weeks. The traveling public should seek alternate routes during this time.

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-10-25

State Police are targeting speeding and aggressive drivers during a special week-long traffic enforcement initiative now underway through this Sunday, as Speeding is a contributing factor in nearly 1/3rd of all fatal crashes in New York State. Last year, Troopers issued 22,476 total traffic tickets, including 11,175 for speeding and 592 for violations of the Move Over law, During this “Speed Week” enforcement period, Troopers will be using both marked State Police vehicles and unmarked vehicles as part of the operation.

The Delaware County Department of Public Works will be closing County Route 67 in the Town of Tompkins to through traffic at 7:00 am tomorrow to replace a large culvert. The closure is in the vicinity of 5667 County Route 67, the nearest crossroads are Dry Brook Road and Hathaway Pond Road, a detour will be South Dry Brook Road. It is expected that the road will be reopened to one lane traffic by the end of the day on Thursday.

Amphenol Aerospace will be celebrating their 100th anniversary in Sidney with an open house on Saturday July 19th, they have also decided to have a 5K run or walk on the morning of July 19th, Spokesman Chris Cappello explains:

(Chris Cappello 6-10-25)

Registration for the 5K can be found at zippy-reg.com, the Open House at the Amphenol Facility will start at 12:00 Noon on July 19th.

The Otsego County Conservation Association is accepting nominations for its 2025 Conservationist of the Year Award, which honors outstanding contributions to environmental protection, preservation, and education in Otsego County. The award recognizes an individual, group, organization, or business , the award will be presented during OCCA's Annual Dinner on August 24 at Creekside Station in Hartwick. The deadline for nominations is July 18.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-10-25

The State Senate approved a bill Monday that would allow terminally ill people die on their own terms, it would allow a person with an incurable illness to be prescribed life-ending drugs if he or she requests the medication and gets approval from 2 physicians, the bill goes to Governor Hochul for approval.

State DOT Crews responded to the report of embankment slide on I-88 westbound near exits 16 and 17. DOT reports that about 60 to 80 feet of unpaved shoulder backup material at the pavement edge has slid into the ditched median, the left lane has been blocked under DOT supervision and will conduct assessments for repairs. Motorists can check 511 for the latest conditions there.

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-22-25

The forecast is calling for rain over the next few days, area Meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO News that rain is in the forecast, and he explains how that might affect the river levels for paddlers in the General Clinton Canoe Regatta:

(Rich Townsend 5-22-25)

Local long time area paddler Duke Fisher told WCDO News about the river conditions that he has witnessed leading up to the races this weekend:

(Duke Fisher 5-22-25)

Duke also talked with WCDO Sports Director Nate Lull about the 70 mile race from Cooperstown to Bainbridge, that full interview will be aired during WCDO's coverage of the General Clinton Canoe Regatta this weekend:

State Police conducted an Underage Drinking detail in Otsego and Delaware Counties, all of the businesses checked were in compliance and did not sell alcohol to an under-aged operative. 12 Businesses complied, including Mirabito Quickway stores in Oneonta, Laurens, Hartwick, Colliersville, Otego, Unadilla & Davenport. 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 (if asked).

Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 42 year old Ryan Darran of Stamford, for DWI, following an investigation of a motor vehicle accident on May 17th. Deputies responded to a 1 car accident on State Highway 23 in the Town of Harpersfield, the vehicle left the roadway and entered a ditch, Deputies interviewed Darran & charged him with DWI and other lesser charges, Darran was released on appearance tickets for Town of Harpersfield Court at a later date.

Governor Hochul announced that more than $50 million has been awarded to 50 projects through the State's Restore New York Communities Initiative. Locally, the Village of Cooperstown will get $1 million to demolish 217 Main Street, in favor of a 50-unit, 3-story apartment building. The Village of Franklin will receive $1 million to rehabilitate 3 vacant properties at 438-444 Main Street to be redeveloped into 5 new commercial businesses and a new apartment. The City of Norwich will receive $1 million for the former office building at 23 East Main Street to be repurposed for a childcare center, the 2nd floor will house Commerce Chenango offices with a reception area, The site’s emergency generator and location also position it for FEMA shelter designation, further strengthening community resilience.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-22-25

The General Clinton Canoe Regatta will have 3 days of activities on and off the Susquehanna River, Co-Chairman Mike Kaufman told WCDO News about some of the activities on Saturday:

(Mike Kaufman Saturday)

Co-Chair Christine Smith told WCDO News about some of Saturday's entertainment:

(Christine Smith Saturday)

This year is the 63rd edition of the Regatta and WCDO will once again have coverage of the event, including full team coverage on Sunday for the 70 mile races.

Governor Hochul announced that contracts have been executed for 26 large-scale land-based renewable energy projects that, upon completion, will provide more than 2.5 gigawatts of clean energy, powering more than 670,000 homes throughout the State. The projects are expected to create more than 1,900 jobs and generate more than $6 billion in private investment statewide. Contracted projects include the High Bridge Wind, in Chenango County.

City of Oneonta announced that a new traffic pattern will go into effect starting Monday, June 2nd as part of Phase I of the State DOT's Reconstruction Project of the Main & Maple Street Roundabout project. There will be Road closures that will impact Main Street, Lettis Highway, and Maple Street where they intersect. Route 23 Northbound traffic may turn onto Route 7 Eastbound, Route 7 Eastbound traffic may turn onto Route 23 Southbound,all other routes through the intersection will be closed to traffic. Detours will be in place.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-16-25

The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 42 year old Justin Thompson of Pennsylvania as a fugitive from justice. Chenango County Sheriff detectives were advised Wednesday that Thompson was considered armed and dangerous, & he might be in the Town of Greene. Members of the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office and State Police responded to a residence in the Town of Greene, they found Thompson hiding in a motor home on the property. He was arrested without incident and arraigned in Chenango County Court on a Fugitive from Justice warrant. Thompson was ordered to be held at the Chenango County Correctional Facility until extradited to the State of Pennsylvania.

24 year old Xavier Tappan-Bright of Binghamton, plead guilty today to Criminal Possession of a Weapon in Broome County Court. Tappan-Bright, is a 2nd time Violent Felony Offender, will be sentenced to 8 years in State Prison, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision when Sentenced on August 28. In January, the Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a Search Warrant in Binghamton, they seized a loaded .38 caliber pistol, containing 6 rounds in the magazine.

33-year-old Amber Tolbert of Maryland was arrested on drug charges following an investigation by the Otsego County Sheriff’s Office. Tolbert was charged with 2 counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance, on May 11th, she was found to be in possession of multiple controlled substances, she was turned over to Otsego County Corrections pending arraignment at Maryland Town Court.

The Mid York Concert Band will hold their Free Spring Concert at 2:00 PM Sunday at the Norwich High School Auditorium, Band Director Doug Ernst comments:

(Doug Ernst 5-16-25)

This year is the 40th anniversary of the Mid York Concert, they will also hold a holiday concert in December.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-16-25

State Labor Department announced an increase of 14,400, private sector jobs in April, the state was up to 8.47 million private sector jobs, the state's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held constant at 4.2% and the state labor force participation rate increased to 61.0% in April 2025.

Hartwick College will confer degrees to 225 students at 10:00 AM Saturday on Elmore Field. The 93rd commencement ceremony will be webcast live on their Commencement webpage, it will also be webcast on the College's YouTube Channel. More information about the Commencement is available at Hartwick.edu.

Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies were patrolling along State Highway 28 in the Town of Andes and observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. 36-year-old Natasha Reed of Delhi was charged with Reckless Driving and issued a traffic summons for speeding, at approximately 94 miles an hour in a 55 zone. Reed was issued appearance tickets and released to appear at the Town of Andes Court at a later date to answer the charges.

Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre will have the return of a popular local band tonight at 7:00 PM, spokesman Phil Wade explains;

(Phil Wade 5-16-25)

Reservations for tickets can be obtained by calling the Jericho Arts Council at (607) 288-3882, in the gallery will be the Student Photography Show

Another recall due to listeria has been reported at Price Chopper, Market 32 and Big Y stores. The impacted products are select Market 32 by Price Chopper brand pre-made 10oz chicken wraps, sold in deli and food fare sections of the stores. Chicken Caesar, Buffalo Chicken, or Chicken Bacon Ranch wraps were affected, customers should throw out the wraps or return them for a full refund, so far, no Illnesses Reported Yet from This Recall.

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-6-25

Some severe weather and flash flooding could be an issue locally over the next few hours, Meteorologist Rich Townsend comments:

(Townsend 5-6-25)

We'll have our complete tri county forecast at the end of this news cast.

Whitney Bachanas appeared in Otsego County Court & pleaded guilty to Aggravated Cruelty to Animals, she was charged after law enforcement found a dog, a turkey, a chicken & a quail dead on her property in Milford, she pleaded guilty in a plea bargain arrangement, she will be sentenced in June to 100 days of house arrest with an electronic monitor. She will be prohibited from owning or possessing animals and will likely face fines.

Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 19 year old Johnny Mackinsdixon and 24 year old Bless King of Brooklyn, On April 27th, Colchester Police attempted a traffic stop, the vehicle fled the scene, but the operator was unable to maintain control of the vehicle, striking the curb, sidewalk and retaining wall of the bridge. Both the driver and passenger fled the accident scene on foot & were apprehended. The vehicle had been reported stolen out of Brooklyn NY on April 26, it had stolen Washington State License plates. Mackinsdixon was charged with Obstruction of Governmental Administration, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle and leaving the scene of a personal injury accident, speeding, as well as several other lesser charges, King was charged with Obstructing Governmental Administration. Both were turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility where they were remanded on $10,000 cash Bail.

Rite Aid Announced today that they are filing for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy protection, they plan to close and /or sell the remaining 179 stores in New York State. Officials blamed the bad economy, tariffs and over $1,000,000 in liabilities as the reason for the closings, layoffs had already begun at numerous locations. Locally, Rite Aid operates a store on Chestnut Street in Oneonta.

United Parcel Service will reportedly cut nearly 20,000 jobs by the end of this year in addition to closing close to 40% of their locations nationwide. The company laid off about 12,000 employees in 2024, due to a drop in both international and domestic shipping volume.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 5-6-25

The Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested several people on a variety of charges following a Burglary in progress report at a residence in the town of Pittsfield Sunday. Arrested were 24 year old Autumn Knapp of Morris, 50 year old Richard Suarez of Morris, 49 year old Travis Wilson of Pittsfield, and 41 year old Danielle Bemis of Pittsfield. It was reported that 4 subjects were inside of a house actively removing property, A Sheriff’s Office sergeant arrived on scene and located the defendants, additional deputies arrived on scene, the defendants were transported to the Otsego County Correctional Facility to await Centralized Arraignment. Travis Wilson and Danielle Bemis were remanded on $5,000 cash or $10,000 surety bond, Autumn Knapp was remanded on $15,000 cash or $30,000 surety bond, and Richard Suarez was remanded without bail. The investigation is on-going and additional charges are pending.

The Oneonta Common Council meeting will be held at the Oneonta High School this evening, they are expected to discuss the possible sale of the 27 Market Street, To Rehabilitation Support Services. The site formerly housed the Oneonta Sales Company, which was finally taken down after being abandoned for years, the city bought the property in 2020. Rehabilitation Support Services provides community-based mental health and substance abuse services, they propose to build a $25 million multi-story structure with residential and commercial space, with some housing units dedicated to RSS clients, a petition has been circulated denouncing the plan. The meeting begins at 6:00 PM tonight.

The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 42 year old Justin Ingalls of Hartwick following a warrant investigation. Ingalls was located by Deputies attempting to enter the Otsego County Jail for the purpose of retrieving bail money, he was taken into custody on 6 active bench warrants issued by various courts within Otsego County, he was ordered to be held at the jail on $17,000 dollars cash bail.

Attorneys general from 17 states , including New York, are challenging an executive order President Trump signed, pausing approvals, permits and loans for all wind energy projects both onshore and offshore. The lawsuit claims that Trump doesn't have the authority to unilaterally shut down the permitting process, and he's jeopardizing development of a power source critical to the states’ economic vitality, energy mix, public health and climate goals, they are asking a federal judge to declare the order unlawful and stop federal agencies from implementing it.

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-15-25

Otsego County Sheriff’s Office and State Police responded to the Wells Bridge Fire Department for a report of a passenger of a vehicle suffering from a gunshot wound. Investigation revealed that the victim was attempting to help an uninvolved friend move out of a residence in the Town of Unadilla when 32 year old Ryley Decker of Unadilla, intentionally discharged a round from a shotgun at the victim, who was taken to the Fire Department, & then was airlifted to Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse. Decker was located at his place of employment and taken in to custody by the State Police without incident. A search warrant for the residence was aquired which revealed additional evidence of the crime. Decker was processed and lodged in the Otsego County Correctional Facility for arraignment, an order of protection will be issued on behalf of the victim. The investigation is on-going and additional charges are pending.

Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 54 year old Richard Karl of Johnson City for Endangering the Welfare of a Child and Official Misconduct. The Sheriff's Office received a report of a teacher having an inappropriate relationship with a student, at the Greene school District, Karl is accused of subjecting a student or students to contact potentially damaging to the physical, mental, and moral welfare of the child. Chenango County & Broome Sheriff's Office arrested 56-year-old Karl Monday, he was processed & was turned over the Chenango County Corrections Division to be held for arraignment. The investigation is still ongoing, and more charges may come in the future.

The Norwich City Police Department responded to a call of 3 males walking on Pleasant Street with long guns. The police department contacted the schools in the surrounding area and requested they go into lock down. Officers from the Norwich City Police Department, the Chenango County Sheriff's Office and State Police saturated the area and located the 3 males who were identified and were carrying what appeared to be assault style weapons, the weapons turned out to be pellet guns. There was not danger to the public or surrounding schools.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-15-25

State Police responded Saturday night to a 2 vehicle head-on collision on State Highway 12 in the town of Oxford. 51 year old Lawrence Slater of Norwich crossed into on-coming traffic and struck an SUV driven by 62 year old Steven Biviano of Oxford head on, Biviano did not survive. Slater was transported to Wilson Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The investigation is on-going.

Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 43 yar old Matthew Barnes of Walton man on an arrest warrant, back on March 5th, Deputies responded to a domestic incident where children were present in the Town of Walton, Barnes left before Deputies arrived, they requested & received an Arrest Warrant from the Town of Walton Court. Last Wednesday, Barnes was located and charged with 3rd degree Assault, 5 counts of Endangering the welfare of a child and 1 count of Obstruction of Breathing. Barnes was arraigned and was released on his own recognizance, he is scheduled to return to Walton Town Court at a later date to answer the charges.

The Chenango County Sheriff's Office responded Saturday to a 1 car motor vehicle accident on County Road 14 in the Town of Smyrna, deputies found that the vehicle had rolled over and struck a utility pole. 5 of the occupants had self-extricated from the vehicle but 1 occupant was still entrapped. The occupant in the vehicle, a 17-year-old male from Hamilton, was pronounced deceased on the scene, 4 of the occupants were transported to local hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries, the crash is still under investigation.

State Police arrested 54 year old Mark Baily of Hartwick, following a reported domestic dispute in the town of Exeter. Bailey was involved in a domestic dispute that turned physical, he is also accused of pointing a loaded crossbow at a victim’s vehicle as they left. Investigators determined that Baily owns several guns but is not allowed to possess firearms because he is a convicted felon. Baily was arrested for Menacing, Assault, Endangering the Welfare of a Child & Criminal Possession of a Weapon, he was issued appearance tickets to the Exeter Town Court on May 14th.

The strike by Department of Corrections officers ended officially on Monday Morning, over 2,000 correction officers who did not return to work by the 6:45 am. deadline on Monday have been fired.

Hartwick College is offering over 50 online summer classes across three sessions between May 26 and Aug. 15. The session will be open to current Hartwick students, students from other colleges, recent high school graduates, high school seniors (with permission), and adult learners, registration for Hartwick's summer online classes opened on March 3rd, more information, including course offerings and session dates, are available at hartwick.edu/summeronline.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 3-11-25

The latest Sienna College Poll shows that Governor Kathy Hochul has the support of 46% of Democrats, with a commanding lead over Lt. Governor Antonio Delgado, 11%, and Rep. Ritchie Torres, 10%. Hochul’s favorability has 40% approval while 50% disapprove, with an even split on job approval (46-48%). President Trump’s favorability rating, 39% approve, while 57% disapprove, is little changed from last month, but his overall job approval rating was 42% favor & 55% disapprove, is down by 3% from February.

Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado will deliver the 2025 Leslie G. Rude Memorial Lecture on Tuesday, Mar. 11, at 5 p.m. in the Anderson Center for the Arts on the Hartwick College campus. His presentation, "Public Service in New York," is free and open to the public.

The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights sent letters to 60 universities under investigation for antisemitic discrimination and harassment, the department is investigating five universities for reports of antisemitic harassment. Additionally, 55 universities are under investigation or monitoring due to complaints to the department, including SUNY Binghamton and Cornell University.

Broadway In Binghamton is bring back the “Addams Family” tonight & tomorrow night at the Forum Theatre in Binghamton, Murphy Fauci of NAC Entertainment explains:

(Murphy Fauci 3-11-25)

Tickets are available for the March 11th & 12th shows at BroadwayInBinghamton.com or by calling 607-772-1391.

A vehicle drove into to Advance Auto Parks store on Main Street in Oneonta on Monday afternoon, stopping just inside the front door area, all of the occupants in the vehicle were treated for minor injuries and released at the scene.

Chenango County DPW is announcing the closure of Hurlburt Road between Pike Road and Balsam Tyler Road in the Town of McDonough between Wednesday and Thursday, March 13th. The roadway will be open to local traffic only, more information is available at 607-337-1710.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-23-24

The Chenango County Sheriff's Office announced that the South Abington Police Department in Pennsylvania located & arrested Donald Shurock, who is being held in the Lackawanna County Jail pending his extradition back to New York. Shurock was wanted since last week, he had been located in a vehicle by a deputy, resisted arrested and fled the scene on foot, the Deputy was treated & released for injuries sustained in trying to arrest Shurock. Shurock is wanted on the initial warrant plus Assault of a Police Officer and Resisting Arrest.

Hartwick College introduced the Baking Innovation Lab Tuesday during a ribbon cutting ceremony at the new site on Dietz Street in Oneonta. Hartwick President James Mullen commented about the new facility:

(James Mullen 10-23-24)

Oneonta Mayor Mark Drnek also commented:

(Mayor Drnek 10-23-24)

The Baking Innovation Lab is part of a Dietz Street development, which includes 64 units of affordable housing. The project received $1,470,000 in funding from the City’s $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative award.

The Otsego County Board of Elections announced that Early Voting for the November 5 General Election will begin October 26 through November 3 at the Foothills Performing Arts Center, on Market Street in Oneonta & at The Meadows Office Complex, at 140 County Highway 33W in Cooperstown. Polls will be open from 9 am. to 5 pm. on Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Polls will be open from 12 to 8 pm. on Tuesday and Thursday. Otsego County voters are welcome to vote at either location. For more information, contact the Otsego County Board of Elections at (607) 547-4247.

The Delaware County Historical Association annual meeting will be held on Sunday, November 3rd at 1:00 PM in the large gallery at the Association's facility in Delhi. The annual Awards of Merit this year will go to the Walton Theatre Preservation Association, the Delaware County Diggers, Eli Taylor of Middletown & Scott Payne of Deposit

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 10-23-24

The Delaware County Board of Supervisors will have an official ribbon cutting ceremony at the new DPW Administration Building at 2 Bridge Street in Delhi at 12:00 PM Today. The new office building houses the DPW administrative staff along with the Planning and Watershed Affairs offices. Remaining on Page Avenue in Delhi is the DPW material storage yard, the fueling station, the bridge fabrication shop and the salt shed. The new patrol building in Bloomville will allow for greater access to roads in the northern part of the county for maintenance and snow removal. The new mechanics facility in the Town of Walton will be for car and heavy equipment repair.

The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 41 year old Benjamin Bishop of Otselic for reckless endangerment, two counts of unlawful fleeing, and one count of resisting arrest. The Sheriff’s Office received a complaint of a road rage incident after a caller reported that Bishop's Van ran a vehicle off the road in Sherburne, additional calls described Bishop cutting off and tailgating other vehicles, he was located in Norwich, deputies attempted a traffic stop, he failed to comply, struck multiple vehicles and his vehicle became disabled, he fled on foot but was taken into custody after a taser was deployed. Bishop was also charged with numerous traffic citations & faces court action at a later date.

A recall of hundreds of frozen waffles and other toaster foods has been expanded, by TreeHouse Foods for possible listeria contamination. The company has recalled frozen waffles, Belgian waffles and pancakes sold in stores such as Dollar General, Target and Walmart. Consumers should throw away the products or return them to stores for a refund.

The State DMV warns customers to be cautious of car sales on Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist and similar sites. The advisory comes after a rise in stolen vehicles, including cars with altered ID numbers and forged titles. Investigations revealed that, as of October 15th there were 228 stolen vehicles worth $6.35 million recovered by the DMV, with 149 purchased by victims from these online platforms.

The State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for September, The State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held constant at 4.4% in September 2024. Locally, Chenango County had 2.7% unemployment, Delaware County 3.2% & Otsego County had 2.9% in September.

Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 48 year old Noel Wildey following an execution of an eviction in the Town of Masonville. Last Wednesday, members of the Delaware County Sheriff's Civil Division were conducting an eviction at a residence in the Town of Masonville, where Wildey failed to provide his proper name and date of birth, giving several false names, it was discovered that Wildey had an active Arrest Warrant out of the State of Pennsylvania. Wildey was charged on the warrant & for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and Obstruction of Governmental Administration, he was held at the Delaware County Correctional Facility to for arraignment.

Secretary of State Walter Mosley today announced the completion of the $19 million Dietz Street mixed-use housing development as part of the Oneonta Downtown Revitalization Initiative, which includes the new Hartwick College Baking Innovation Lab:

(Walter Mosley 10-22-24)

The new mixed-use building was constructed on an underutilized parking lot on Dietz Street and now hosts not only the Hartwick Baking Innovation Lab, but also 64 units of affordable and below market rate housing. The project received $1,470,000 in funding from the City’s $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative award.

Broadway In Binghamton’s latest show, AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, opens tonight and will play tonight & tomorrow Night at the Forum Theatre. Tickets can be purchased in person at the Forum Box Office, online at BroadwayInBinghamton.com, or through Ticketmaster.com.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-22-24

The Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 30 year old Jacob Nack of Oneonta for Promoting Prison Contraband. Nack is accused of not taking his medications properly while in the Otsego County Correctional Facility, he was issued an Appearance Ticket returnable to the Town of Middlefield Court at a later date.

Several Fire Companies responded to a barn fire on County Route 22 in Smyrna Sunday morning. Several animals died in the fire, the cause of the fire is under investigation.

A ribbon cutting will be held for the Hartwick College Baking Innovation Lab on Dietz Street in downtown Oneonta this morning at 11 am. This unit of the Hartwick Center for Craft Food and Beverage will provide world-class research and hands-on learning.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-9-24

Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 3 Walton residents on multiple Drug charges stemming from a narcotics investigation. On September 4, the Sheriff’s Office Special Response Team, executed a no knock search warrant at a residence on State Highway 10 in the Town of Walton, they arrested 43 year old Benjamin Pankiewicz, 22 year old Gage Pankiewicz & 37 year old Ashley Calabrese, all of Walton on a number of drug charges, A quantity of Methamphetamine, Fentanyl, drug packaging & processing equipment were seized, as well as a firearm and approximately $1,000 in cash. All 3 were arraigned, Benjamin and Gage Pankiewicz were were released to reappear at a later date, Ashley Calabrese was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $7,500 bail.

More than 600 county officials from throughout the State are meeting in Sullivan County for the State Association of Counties’ annual Fall Seminar through Wednesday. At the event, delegates will discuss the most pressing issues facing local government, including short-term rentals, Emergency Medical Services, renewable energy siting, rural housing development, the event is being held at the Resorts World in Monticello.

Hartwick College's annual True Blue Weekend 2024 will be held September 20th through the 22nd & they will welcome reunion classes, alumni, and families, with an array of programming on & off campus, those interested in registering to participate can go to hartwick alumni.org, the full schedule of events will be at hartwick.edu.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-9-24

State Police were dispatched Friday afternoon to a crash involving a dump truck into a residence on Old Plank Road in the town of Sanford. A 29-year-old male who was operating the dump truck was pronounced deceased at the scene, 3 people were inside the residence at the time of the crash, with a 10 year-old male airlifted to Albany Medical Center for injuries. A 22-year-old male was not injured. A 40-year-old female was treated by EMS at the scene. The investigation is on-going.

Governor Kathy Hochul requested a Major Disaster Declaration from President Biden to support the ongoing recovery efforts of communities impacted by the severe weather caused by the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby that occurred on August 8 – 10. If granted by the federal government, this declaration would provide federal funding for a number of Counties including Broome & Delaware Counties locally, to cover debris removal, emergency protective measures and repairs to public buildings and infrastructure.

3 people were arrested following a traffic stop by the Broome County Sheriff’s Strategic Response Group on Matthews Street in Binghamton last Wednesday night. Patrols determined that the vehicle had no insurance, was unregistered, uninspected and all 3 occupants had suspended driving privileges, deputies observed a pistol partially concealed on the floor of the vehicle, a search of the vehicle revealed methamphetamine, & a digital scale. Officers arrested 26 year old Stanley Conklin of Binghamton, 39 year old Jorge Cortina of Binghamton & 31 year old Christen Sterling of Johnson City were arrested on a number of drug & weapons charges, with Conklin also facing 10 traffic violations. All 3 were transported for arraignment and are currently in custody at the Broome County Sheriff’s Correctional Facility.

3 people were taken to Wilson hospital after a BC Transit bus crashed into a light pole on the west side of the Oakdale Commons complex in Johnson City. The incident happened shortly after 8:30 AM, near the former Burlington Coat Factory store. Bus Driver was identified as Wendy Carter, the investigation is continuing & charges against Carter may be filed

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-8-24

Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 35 year old Joseph Clary of Oneonta for Sex Offender Failure to Notify Change of Address. Clary was charged following an investigation in to a registered sex offender failing to abide by the State Sex Offender Registry, he had relocated from his residence in the Town of Oneonta in March of 2024 and did not make the proper notifications to authorities, he was processed and was remanded to the Otsego County Correctional Facility to await arraignment.

51 year old John Wilson of Binghamton was sentenced as a 2nd time felony offender in Broome County Court to 8 years in State Prison, followed by 3 years of post-release supervision for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. The sentencing followed a jury trial in April where a jury was empaneled, and opening statements were delivered, shortly before the first witness was called, Wilson opted to enter a guilty plea. Wilson was arrested in January of 2023, after the Broome County Special Investigations Unit executed a narcotics search warrant at the storefront located at 42 Clinton Street in the City of Binghamton, they seized cocaine and fentanyl, a digital scale and packaging material.

48 year old Edward Monk of Binghamton was sentenced last week in Broome County Court to 3.5 years to 7 years in State Prison for Attempted Arson & Aggravated Harassment of an Employee by Inmate. On December 9th, 2023 Monk set fire to 2 trucks at a Mirabito gas station on Upper Front Street. On March 15, 2024, while incarcerated at Broome County Jail, Monk threw a cup of urine at forensic workers and a corrections sergeant.

The annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament is only days away in Downtown Norwich, Macker Organizer Tom Revoir said that they still need volunteers for a variety of tasks:

(Tom Revoir 7-8-24)

Revoir said that prospective volunteers can sign up at the Front Desk at the Norwich YMCA or they can call to get more information at 607-336-9622 extension 0.

UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich is relaunching it's summer career exploration program for students entering 8th or 9th grade, UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital spokesman Gary Root explains:

(Gary Root 7-8-234)

Root said that the 2-day day camp will take place on Thursday, August 15 and Friday, August 16, any students interested in attending must fill out an application and submit an essay by Friday, July 22, more information is available at 607-373-0570 or (607) 337-4151.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-8-24

On July 3rd, Norwich Police Department received an emergency call about a Burglary in progress on Westcott Street in the City of Norwich. Officers responded and took 26 year old Adam Ferguson of Norwich into custody, he was charged with 2nd degree Burglary, Criminal Mischief & Criminal Trespass. Police reported that the woman called & said that an unknown male was climbing a ladder from her backyard and was trying to enter her 3rd floor apartment & tried to force open a door & enter. Officers found Ferguson still on the ladder. Norwich Police Chief Reuben Roach stated that Ferguson is on Parole for felony assault on a police officer in 2020, he was remanded to the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office on $25,000 bail.

25 year old Sean Gillespie of Bovina pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in Delaware County Court last week. Gillespie appeared in County Court on July 1st for a conference on his pending indictment, After the conference, he pleaded guilty, he admitted that on March 13th in the Village of Delhi, he possessed a quantity of fentanyl with intent to sell, he will be sentenced to 3 years in state prison, followed by 1 year of post release supervision, he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility pending final sentencing.

Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 43 year old Chad Walters of Bainbridge for failing to abide by the State Sex Offender Registry, by failing to report an address change & Failing to Complete the Annual Verification. Walters had relocated from the Town of Otego in the beginning of 2024. State Troopers located Walters last week, he was processed on an arrest warrant as well as the new charges and was being held in the Otsego County Correctional Facility for future court action.

Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 20 year old Howayne Gayle of Hartwick, for Menacing & Harassment following a domestic dispute in the Town of Hartwick. Gayle is accused of threatening the victim with a pair of scissors during the dispute, he was taken into custody and transported to the Sheriff’s Office, he was processed & was then turned over to the jail to await future court action.