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WCDO News — Thursday 5-5-16
Funeral arrangements for former State Senator Tom Libous have been scheduled for this Saturday. Libous died Tuesday following a lengthy battle with Cancer, at the age of 63. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at Church of the Holy Family at 10 a.m. Saturday. The family will receive friends and relatives at the church from 1 to 7 p.m. Friday at 3600 Phyllis Street in Endwell.
The Sidney Police Department arrested 34 Year old Jodi Babcock of Unadilla, on a Sealed Indictment Warrant charging her with 2 counts of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance. Babcock was arrested at the Chenango County Correctional Facility where she is being held on another drug charge. Babcock is accused of selling heroin in the Village of Sidney on two occasions; she was remanded back to the Chenango County Correction Facility on $30,000 cash bail and $60,000 bond. The Sidney Police Department was assisted by the New York State Police.
State Police Campus Sexual Assault Victims Unit arrested 25-year-old Matthew Kimball of Utica; on 1 count of Sexual Abuse, following an investigation of an incident that occurred on March 11, 2016, at Motel 6, on Upper Front St., Town of Chenango. Kimball was arraigned in the Town of Chenango Court and released on his own recognizance pending further court action. The suspect and victim are students who are currently enrolled at Mohawk Valley Community College; anyone with information on the case can call state police at (315) 366-6106.
The Mohawk Valley & Central New York Regional Economic Development Councils award winning projects are sparking economic activity in the 2 regions, Assemblyman Bill Magee's district overlaps into bight of those councils, and he described the projects already underway:
(Magee 5-5-16)
The Cuomo administration will once again award regional economic development awards later this year to keep promoting economic development projects forwarded by local leaders in each region.
The annual Paint the Town Purple event in conjunction with the Tri-Town Relay for Life is tomorrow. American Cancer Society Local spokesperson Helen Gregory explains:
(Helen Gregory 5-6-16)
This Year's Tri-Town Relay for Life will be held on Saturday, May 14th in the General Clinton Park in Bainbridge.
The Copes Corners Park Committee of the Town of Butternuts is seeking vendors for its second annual Spring Fest, to be held at the park on Saturday, May 7 from 10 a.m. To 6 p.m. Vendor registration forms are available on the park's website, copescornerspark.org or at 783-2905 or 783-2518. The event will feature family activities throughout the day, and it will conclude with a concert by Tumbleweed Highway, beginning at 6:00 p.m.
The village of Sidney is holding their annual spring clean up events. Friday & Saturday, computers, phones, radios, TV’s metal, & appliances tires without rims will be collected from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm each day at the village Garage on Sherman Avenue. Village crews will collect brush, leaves, grass clippings & hedge trimmings that are placed by the curb by Monday morning at 7:00 AM. More information is available at villageofsidney.org.
The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting on Today, in the Guilford School Cafeteria at 6:30 PM.
The Sidney Police Department arrested 34 Year old Jodi Babcock of Unadilla, on a Sealed Indictment Warrant charging her with 2 counts of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance. Babcock was arrested at the Chenango County Correctional Facility where she is being held on another drug charge. Babcock is accused of selling heroin in the Village of Sidney on two occasions; she was remanded back to the Chenango County Correction Facility on $30,000 cash bail and $60,000 bond. The Sidney Police Department was assisted by the New York State Police.
State Police Campus Sexual Assault Victims Unit arrested 25-year-old Matthew Kimball of Utica; on 1 count of Sexual Abuse, following an investigation of an incident that occurred on March 11, 2016, at Motel 6, on Upper Front St., Town of Chenango. Kimball was arraigned in the Town of Chenango Court and released on his own recognizance pending further court action. The suspect and victim are students who are currently enrolled at Mohawk Valley Community College; anyone with information on the case can call state police at (315) 366-6106.
The Mohawk Valley & Central New York Regional Economic Development Councils award winning projects are sparking economic activity in the 2 regions, Assemblyman Bill Magee's district overlaps into bight of those councils, and he described the projects already underway:
(Magee 5-5-16)
The Cuomo administration will once again award regional economic development awards later this year to keep promoting economic development projects forwarded by local leaders in each region.
The annual Paint the Town Purple event in conjunction with the Tri-Town Relay for Life is tomorrow. American Cancer Society Local spokesperson Helen Gregory explains:
(Helen Gregory 5-6-16)
This Year's Tri-Town Relay for Life will be held on Saturday, May 14th in the General Clinton Park in Bainbridge.
The Copes Corners Park Committee of the Town of Butternuts is seeking vendors for its second annual Spring Fest, to be held at the park on Saturday, May 7 from 10 a.m. To 6 p.m. Vendor registration forms are available on the park's website, copescornerspark.org or at 783-2905 or 783-2518. The event will feature family activities throughout the day, and it will conclude with a concert by Tumbleweed Highway, beginning at 6:00 p.m.
The village of Sidney is holding their annual spring clean up events. Friday & Saturday, computers, phones, radios, TV’s metal, & appliances tires without rims will be collected from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm each day at the village Garage on Sherman Avenue. Village crews will collect brush, leaves, grass clippings & hedge trimmings that are placed by the curb by Monday morning at 7:00 AM. More information is available at villageofsidney.org.
The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting on Today, in the Guilford School Cafeteria at 6:30 PM.
WCDO News — Wednesday 4-6-16
Governor Cuomo today signed an executive order banning all non-essential state travel to Mississippi. The order requires all New York State agencies, departments, boards and commissions to immediately review all requests for state funded or state sponsored travel to the state of Mississippi, and bar any such publicly funded travel that is not essential to the enforcement of state law or public health and safety. The ban follows Mississippi’s enactment of a discriminatory law that allows business and non-profit groups to refuse service to people on the basis of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
The Sidney Chamber Of Commerce announced today that Long time Sidney Fire Department member & former Chief Ray Baker is this year's choice for "Citizen of the Years” Baker told WCDO News he was quite surprised to get the honor at this mornings chamber meeting:
(Ray Baker 4-6-16)
This year's Sidney Chamber "Business of the Years" award goes to the Cullman Child Care Center, Director Amy Williams comments:
(Amy Williams 4-6-16)
Baker & the Cullman Center will both be honored at the Sidney Chamber Of Commerce's annual dinner in June.
The Line up has been set for this Years "Rock In The Park" Concert at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge. This year's Headliner will be the "Marshall Tucker Band" with local acts Tumbleweed Highway, Wreckless Marci & Woodshed Prophets all performing. Tickets are available at Snips & Snails Consignment shop in Bainbridge, through the Chenango SPCA or at Ticketmaster.com; all proceeds will go to the Chenango SPCA.
The United Way of Delaware and Otsego Counties announced that the The CASH Coalition of Otsego and Delaware Counties can still prepare and file state and federal income taxes for free, for taxpayers who made under $62,000.00 in the 2015 tax year. The program is available for use on any home computer or public computers at CDO Workforce Offices, in Oneonta, Sidney or Delhi, at the SFCU branch in Delhi. Also, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance is available for individuals and families who made under $54,000 in the 2015 tax year, They offer free tax preparation and filing by trained individuals under the supervision of volunteer site coordinators, apointments are required by calling Catholic Charities at 432-0061. More information is available at United Way of Delaware and Otsego Counties at 432-8006.
Franklin Central School District officials saved more than $800,000 in health insurance costs by switching carriers and offering employees a buyout incentive, according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. In January 2013, Franklin school officials assessed the benefits and costs associated with the district’s health insurance coverage and pursued a lower cost alternative, they found a new insurance carrier that was less expensive and which offered employees 2 additional health plans that provided equivalent or better coverage than the previous plan. the district saved an additional $283,000 by offering 25 employees an annual health insurance buyout incentive.
On Friday, April 1st, Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested several people following an investigation into an under aged drinking party. Arrested were 19-year-old Kyle Conklin of Delhi, 19 year old John Gisonna, of Delhi, 24-year-old Stephen Jastrow of Delhi, 20-year-old Christopher O’Connor of Bayville, 24-year-old Anthony Rodriguez of Delhi, 23-year-old Alexander Bracco of Delhi All face court action in Town of Delhi court at a later date.
On Sunday, Delaware County Deputies stopped a vehicle in the Town of Hamden for not having an inspection displayed in the front window. As a result of this traffic stop, Deputies arrested 20 year old Anthony Mastrorocco of Walton for driving while ability impaired by drugs, Unlawful possession of Marijuana and uninspected motor vehicle. He was issued appearance tickets for each charge returnable to the Town of Hamden Court on May 2nd.
State Senator Jim Seward announced that the recently adopted State budget includes $200,000 for the City of Oneonta to help offset public safety costs generated due to being a SUNY host community.
(Seward 4-5-16)
Senator Seward’s legislation includes a formula to distribute state aid to municipalities hosting four-year SUNY schools, the bill been referred to the Senate Finance Committee & Companion legislation has been introduced in the State Assembly.
State Senator Fred Akshar announced that another meeting would be held regarding the continuing heroin & opioid addiction crisis. The event will be held on Wednesday, April 13th from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at the Chenango Valley High School Auditorium.
The city of Oneonta announced today that the citizens campaign for the environment will be conducting a home to home canvass in the city from 4:00 to 9:00 PM Mondays through Fridays now through the month of June. More information is available at 432-6450.
The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce will host the 2016 Job Fair today from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. The Job fair will be held at the Holiday Inn, on State Route 23, Oneonta
Governor Cuomo announced that he is deploying the Department of Financial Services' Mobile Command Center to help eligible New Yorkers prepare and file their taxes for free. The unit will be making stops at locations throughout Upstate New York between the hours of 12 p.m. and 6 p.m.: Locally, the event will be held today in Oneonta at the Foothills Performing Arts Center.
The Sidney Chamber Of Commerce will hold their next regular meeting this morning at 7:45. The meeting will be held at Trackside dining on Main Street.
The Sidney Chamber Of Commerce announced today that Long time Sidney Fire Department member & former Chief Ray Baker is this year's choice for "Citizen of the Years” Baker told WCDO News he was quite surprised to get the honor at this mornings chamber meeting:
(Ray Baker 4-6-16)
This year's Sidney Chamber "Business of the Years" award goes to the Cullman Child Care Center, Director Amy Williams comments:
(Amy Williams 4-6-16)
Baker & the Cullman Center will both be honored at the Sidney Chamber Of Commerce's annual dinner in June.
The Line up has been set for this Years "Rock In The Park" Concert at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge. This year's Headliner will be the "Marshall Tucker Band" with local acts Tumbleweed Highway, Wreckless Marci & Woodshed Prophets all performing. Tickets are available at Snips & Snails Consignment shop in Bainbridge, through the Chenango SPCA or at Ticketmaster.com; all proceeds will go to the Chenango SPCA.
The United Way of Delaware and Otsego Counties announced that the The CASH Coalition of Otsego and Delaware Counties can still prepare and file state and federal income taxes for free, for taxpayers who made under $62,000.00 in the 2015 tax year. The program is available for use on any home computer or public computers at CDO Workforce Offices, in Oneonta, Sidney or Delhi, at the SFCU branch in Delhi. Also, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance is available for individuals and families who made under $54,000 in the 2015 tax year, They offer free tax preparation and filing by trained individuals under the supervision of volunteer site coordinators, apointments are required by calling Catholic Charities at 432-0061. More information is available at United Way of Delaware and Otsego Counties at 432-8006.
Franklin Central School District officials saved more than $800,000 in health insurance costs by switching carriers and offering employees a buyout incentive, according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. In January 2013, Franklin school officials assessed the benefits and costs associated with the district’s health insurance coverage and pursued a lower cost alternative, they found a new insurance carrier that was less expensive and which offered employees 2 additional health plans that provided equivalent or better coverage than the previous plan. the district saved an additional $283,000 by offering 25 employees an annual health insurance buyout incentive.
On Friday, April 1st, Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested several people following an investigation into an under aged drinking party. Arrested were 19-year-old Kyle Conklin of Delhi, 19 year old John Gisonna, of Delhi, 24-year-old Stephen Jastrow of Delhi, 20-year-old Christopher O’Connor of Bayville, 24-year-old Anthony Rodriguez of Delhi, 23-year-old Alexander Bracco of Delhi All face court action in Town of Delhi court at a later date.
On Sunday, Delaware County Deputies stopped a vehicle in the Town of Hamden for not having an inspection displayed in the front window. As a result of this traffic stop, Deputies arrested 20 year old Anthony Mastrorocco of Walton for driving while ability impaired by drugs, Unlawful possession of Marijuana and uninspected motor vehicle. He was issued appearance tickets for each charge returnable to the Town of Hamden Court on May 2nd.
State Senator Jim Seward announced that the recently adopted State budget includes $200,000 for the City of Oneonta to help offset public safety costs generated due to being a SUNY host community.
(Seward 4-5-16)
Senator Seward’s legislation includes a formula to distribute state aid to municipalities hosting four-year SUNY schools, the bill been referred to the Senate Finance Committee & Companion legislation has been introduced in the State Assembly.
State Senator Fred Akshar announced that another meeting would be held regarding the continuing heroin & opioid addiction crisis. The event will be held on Wednesday, April 13th from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at the Chenango Valley High School Auditorium.
The city of Oneonta announced today that the citizens campaign for the environment will be conducting a home to home canvass in the city from 4:00 to 9:00 PM Mondays through Fridays now through the month of June. More information is available at 432-6450.
The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce will host the 2016 Job Fair today from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. The Job fair will be held at the Holiday Inn, on State Route 23, Oneonta
Governor Cuomo announced that he is deploying the Department of Financial Services' Mobile Command Center to help eligible New Yorkers prepare and file their taxes for free. The unit will be making stops at locations throughout Upstate New York between the hours of 12 p.m. and 6 p.m.: Locally, the event will be held today in Oneonta at the Foothills Performing Arts Center.
The Sidney Chamber Of Commerce will hold their next regular meeting this morning at 7:45. The meeting will be held at Trackside dining on Main Street.
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WCDO News — Tuesday 3-22-16
Repairs will begin shortly on the Utica Main Line railroad tracks in Chenango County, following a meeting this morning among those involved in the reconstruction. Steve Craig of Commerce Chenango & The Chenango IDA Explains:
(Steve Craig 3-22-16)
The $5.8 million dollar project will repair tracks that were washed out between Binghamton & Norwich during the 2006 flooding in the region. They expect to have trains running along the line by summer of 2017.
Governor Cuomo announced an unprecedented surge in last-minute online voter registration activity, prior to the New York State presidential primary. Between March 10th & March 20th MyDMV, the state's online voter registration system, processed more than 40,883 voter registration applications, including 20,889 from first-time voters. MyDMV also set an all-time record on Friday, March 18th with 13,961 voter registration applications received, including 7,128 from first-time voters. New Yorkers must register by March 25th in order to cast ballots in the upcoming presidential primaries on April 19th.
Attorney General Eric Schneiderman reported that Yahoo Daily Fantasy Sports announced that they will follow New York State Law and will stop taking bets from New Yorkers on sporting events. The announcement follows Monday's agreement with FanDuel and DraftKings to follow New York's gambling laws.
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual New Member Coffee Hour tomorrow morning. Sidney Chamber president Stephanie Taylor comments:
(Steph Taylor 3-22-16)
The event will begin at 7:30 at Trackside Dining on Main Street in Sidney.
The 20th anniversary of "Riverdance" will be at the Forum Theater in Binghamton in May. Tina Niles of NAC Entertainment explains:
(Tina Niles 3-22-16)
Tickets are available through Tickemaster at 1-800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com, more information about "Riverdance 20" and other shows are available at BroadwayInBinghamton.com.
The Copes Corners Park Committee of the Town of Butternuts is seeking vendors for its 2nd annual Spring Fest, to be held at the park on Saturday, May 7th from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Vendor registration forms are available on the park's website, copescornerspark.org or through town clerk’s office at 783-2905 or at 783-2518. The fee for a 12' by 12' booth is $25. All vendors must send the registration form and fee by April 22nd Organizers said that the event would feature family activities throughout the day, including music by Tumbleweed Highway beginning at 6:00 PM.
Troopers arrested 18 year old Gerardo Mendoza of Stamford, for Criminal Possession of Marijuana for allegedly possessing 115 grams of marijuana. The arrest resulted from a disabled vehicle stuck in the mud on the shoulder of I-88 in the Town of Maryland. Mendoza was issued an appearance ticket to appear at a later date.
Troopers arrested 45 year old Mark Donnelly of Port Crane, for Driving While Intoxicated, following an accident on I-88 in the Town of Fenton. Donnelly was issued tickets for DWI and unsafe lane change, he will return to the Town of Fenton Court on April 12th.
(Steve Craig 3-22-16)
The $5.8 million dollar project will repair tracks that were washed out between Binghamton & Norwich during the 2006 flooding in the region. They expect to have trains running along the line by summer of 2017.
Governor Cuomo announced an unprecedented surge in last-minute online voter registration activity, prior to the New York State presidential primary. Between March 10th & March 20th MyDMV, the state's online voter registration system, processed more than 40,883 voter registration applications, including 20,889 from first-time voters. MyDMV also set an all-time record on Friday, March 18th with 13,961 voter registration applications received, including 7,128 from first-time voters. New Yorkers must register by March 25th in order to cast ballots in the upcoming presidential primaries on April 19th.
Attorney General Eric Schneiderman reported that Yahoo Daily Fantasy Sports announced that they will follow New York State Law and will stop taking bets from New Yorkers on sporting events. The announcement follows Monday's agreement with FanDuel and DraftKings to follow New York's gambling laws.
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual New Member Coffee Hour tomorrow morning. Sidney Chamber president Stephanie Taylor comments:
(Steph Taylor 3-22-16)
The event will begin at 7:30 at Trackside Dining on Main Street in Sidney.
The 20th anniversary of "Riverdance" will be at the Forum Theater in Binghamton in May. Tina Niles of NAC Entertainment explains:
(Tina Niles 3-22-16)
Tickets are available through Tickemaster at 1-800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com, more information about "Riverdance 20" and other shows are available at BroadwayInBinghamton.com.
The Copes Corners Park Committee of the Town of Butternuts is seeking vendors for its 2nd annual Spring Fest, to be held at the park on Saturday, May 7th from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Vendor registration forms are available on the park's website, copescornerspark.org or through town clerk’s office at 783-2905 or at 783-2518. The fee for a 12' by 12' booth is $25. All vendors must send the registration form and fee by April 22nd Organizers said that the event would feature family activities throughout the day, including music by Tumbleweed Highway beginning at 6:00 PM.
Troopers arrested 18 year old Gerardo Mendoza of Stamford, for Criminal Possession of Marijuana for allegedly possessing 115 grams of marijuana. The arrest resulted from a disabled vehicle stuck in the mud on the shoulder of I-88 in the Town of Maryland. Mendoza was issued an appearance ticket to appear at a later date.
Troopers arrested 45 year old Mark Donnelly of Port Crane, for Driving While Intoxicated, following an accident on I-88 in the Town of Fenton. Donnelly was issued tickets for DWI and unsafe lane change, he will return to the Town of Fenton Court on April 12th.
WCDO News — Friday 12-12-14
The Sidney chamber of commerce will hold their annual lunch with Mrs. Claus tomorrow in Sidney. Sidney chamber director Kerri Green comments:
(Kerri Green 12-12-14)
More information is available by calling the Sidney Chamber office at 561-2642.
The Sidney American legion will host their annual children’s Christmas party again tomorrow, legion spokesman Larry Halbert explains:
(Larry Halbert 12-12-14)
The event runs from 12:00 noon to 2:00 PM at the legion at 22 Union Street in Sidney Saturday.
The Bainbridge chamber of commerce will hold their annual parade and other holiday activities this Saturday. Bainbridge Chamber President John Payne explains:
(John Payne 12-10-14)
Payne said that those lining up to be in tomorrow’s parade should line up at Pruyn Street at about 4:00 PM.
Operation Merry Christmas will hold their giveaway to families that have signed up this year, tomorrow in Sidney. Program coordinator Ginny Ireland explains:
(Ginny Ireland 12-12-14)
The giveaway is being held Saturday on the 2nd floor of the Sidney Civic Center.
A benefit will be held Sunday in Sidney for Brenda O'Connell, who has been battling cancer for many years. The benefit will be held at the Sidney American Legion Sunday from 12:30pm to 6:00 PM, Brenda has been out of work due to her health, and is faced with large medical bills, the benefit will feature food, beverages and live entertainment with Tumbleweed Highway, Woodshed Prophets, Fetish Lane, Kenyon Hill, $ 15 Donations are encouraged at the door.
(Kerri Green 12-12-14)
More information is available by calling the Sidney Chamber office at 561-2642.
The Sidney American legion will host their annual children’s Christmas party again tomorrow, legion spokesman Larry Halbert explains:
(Larry Halbert 12-12-14)
The event runs from 12:00 noon to 2:00 PM at the legion at 22 Union Street in Sidney Saturday.
The Bainbridge chamber of commerce will hold their annual parade and other holiday activities this Saturday. Bainbridge Chamber President John Payne explains:
(John Payne 12-10-14)
Payne said that those lining up to be in tomorrow’s parade should line up at Pruyn Street at about 4:00 PM.
Operation Merry Christmas will hold their giveaway to families that have signed up this year, tomorrow in Sidney. Program coordinator Ginny Ireland explains:
(Ginny Ireland 12-12-14)
The giveaway is being held Saturday on the 2nd floor of the Sidney Civic Center.
A benefit will be held Sunday in Sidney for Brenda O'Connell, who has been battling cancer for many years. The benefit will be held at the Sidney American Legion Sunday from 12:30pm to 6:00 PM, Brenda has been out of work due to her health, and is faced with large medical bills, the benefit will feature food, beverages and live entertainment with Tumbleweed Highway, Woodshed Prophets, Fetish Lane, Kenyon Hill, $ 15 Donations are encouraged at the door.
WCDO News — Thursday 8-8-13
State Senator Tom Libous is seeking the public's to stop the state’s plans the Broome Developmental Center. The New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities recently announced that the facility would close within 3 years and 160 residents would move to group homes. The announcement follows another planned closure of the Greater Binghamton Health Center, petitions to save both facilities can be found on the senator’s website: TomLibous.com.
THE ROCK IN THE PARK 2013 concert for Chenango County Toys for Tots will be held in General Clinton Park Saturday starting at noon, headlined by the Artimus Pyle Band, a Tribute to Ronnie Van Zandt & Lynyrd Skynyrd. Pyle told WCDO News that, as a former marine, he is proud to participate in the Toys for Tots campaign, and he is proud to present a band that pays tribute to the band he played drums for in their 70’s heyday:
(Artimus Pyle 8-9-13)
Saturday’s show will start at noon with local favorites Tumbleweed highway & Woodshed Prophets opening, money raised will go for the Chenango county Toys for Tots Program. Tickets are available at RockInThePark2013.eventbrite.com. You can hear the Interview with WCDO’s Rob Ray at 8:15 Friday morning.
Governor Cuomo announced that New Yorkers would be treated to a "Taste of New York" experience at the State Fair this summer. New York grown and produced food and beverage products will be sampled and sold under the Taste New York banner all across the Fair this year and also at the newly-renamed Taste New York Marketplace. A Taste NY Wine and Cheese Competition will be held and fairgoers could win a Taste NY Basket of Bounty filled with 'Made in NY' products.
Congressman Chris Gibson released a statement today in advance of the release of the New York City Filtration Avoidance Determination Review by the state Department of Health. Gibson said that flood mitigation efforts must be a priority the severe flooding in recent years, in addition for the need of clean water for downstate residents. The Filtration Avoidance was first issued in 1997; it allowed the city to avoid water filtration of their upstate reservoirs through stringent regulations. A review of the agreement was due to be released last year; it has not yet been released for public input. Local residents looking for more information can go to gibson.house.gov/watershed.
----------------------------------------JUSTIN PIS
The Chenango county sheriff’s department arrested 38-year-old Justin Pisanello of Greene Tuesday, for Harassment in the 2nd Degree. Pisanello was charged following an altercation at Seeber’s Tavern in the Town of Smithville. He will appear in the Town of Smithville Court at a later date.
Governor Cuomo and BASS today announced the Bassmaster Elite Series Tournament would return to New York State in 2014. The event will include the “Governor’s Challenge,” which will be a fishing competition featuring the Governor, elected officials, and some of the biggest names in professional fishing, The Governor’s Challenge will be held next fall in the Finger Lakes to attract visitors to the Upstate region and boost the local economy.
THE ROCK IN THE PARK 2013 concert for Chenango County Toys for Tots will be held in General Clinton Park Saturday starting at noon, headlined by the Artimus Pyle Band, a Tribute to Ronnie Van Zandt & Lynyrd Skynyrd. Pyle told WCDO News that, as a former marine, he is proud to participate in the Toys for Tots campaign, and he is proud to present a band that pays tribute to the band he played drums for in their 70’s heyday:
(Artimus Pyle 8-9-13)
Saturday’s show will start at noon with local favorites Tumbleweed highway & Woodshed Prophets opening, money raised will go for the Chenango county Toys for Tots Program. Tickets are available at RockInThePark2013.eventbrite.com. You can hear the Interview with WCDO’s Rob Ray at 8:15 Friday morning.
Governor Cuomo announced that New Yorkers would be treated to a "Taste of New York" experience at the State Fair this summer. New York grown and produced food and beverage products will be sampled and sold under the Taste New York banner all across the Fair this year and also at the newly-renamed Taste New York Marketplace. A Taste NY Wine and Cheese Competition will be held and fairgoers could win a Taste NY Basket of Bounty filled with 'Made in NY' products.
Congressman Chris Gibson released a statement today in advance of the release of the New York City Filtration Avoidance Determination Review by the state Department of Health. Gibson said that flood mitigation efforts must be a priority the severe flooding in recent years, in addition for the need of clean water for downstate residents. The Filtration Avoidance was first issued in 1997; it allowed the city to avoid water filtration of their upstate reservoirs through stringent regulations. A review of the agreement was due to be released last year; it has not yet been released for public input. Local residents looking for more information can go to gibson.house.gov/watershed.
----------------------------------------JUSTIN PIS
The Chenango county sheriff’s department arrested 38-year-old Justin Pisanello of Greene Tuesday, for Harassment in the 2nd Degree. Pisanello was charged following an altercation at Seeber’s Tavern in the Town of Smithville. He will appear in the Town of Smithville Court at a later date.
Governor Cuomo and BASS today announced the Bassmaster Elite Series Tournament would return to New York State in 2014. The event will include the “Governor’s Challenge,” which will be a fishing competition featuring the Governor, elected officials, and some of the biggest names in professional fishing, The Governor’s Challenge will be held next fall in the Finger Lakes to attract visitors to the Upstate region and boost the local economy.
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WCDO News — Wednesday 8-7-13
The deadline to register to vote in the upcoming September
primary elections is August 16th. Governor Cuomo announced that so far, more than 200,000 New Yorkers have used the state's new online MyDMV, and automated systems to register, or update, their voter registration since its launch last year. Those who wish to vote in the September primaries can log on and register at dmv.ny.gov.
Tickets are still available for the 2nd annual “Rock In The Park” concert to benefit the Chenango county Toys for Tots this year. Concert Organizer Jason Hall told WCDO News that the concert Saturday features the Artimus Pyle band, a tribute to Ronnie Van Zandt & Lynyrd Skynyrd, as well as local favorites Tumbleweed Highway & Woodshed Prophets, and they could raise a good amount for a great cause:
(Jason Hall 8-7-13)
Tickets for the Saturday show at noon at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge are available at RockInThePark2013.eventbrite.com.
The Chenango county sheriff’s department arrested 31 year old James Bley of New Berlin for Aggravated DWI with BAC of .18 or higher, DWI, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation and Unlicensed operation. The arrest followed an investigation into a disorderly conduct complaint in the Village of Sherburne where the defendant allegedly engaged in a verbal confrontation at a Village of Sherburne business and then left the area. Bley was located in Sherburne and is accused of operating a motor vehicle in an intoxicated condition and without a license. Bley was processed & will appear in Sherburne Court at a later date.
The Chenango county sheriffs department arrested 73-year-old Henry Hemsley of North Norwich on a charge of Unlawfully Growing Cannabis. Officers responded after discovering marijuana plants growing in the front yard of a residence, Hemsley was released on an appearance ticket and will appear in court at a later date.
Chesapeake Energy has given up a two-year legal fight to retain thousands of acres of natural gas drilling leases in New York State. The move follows a conflict with landowners in Broome & Tioga Counties, who had leased acreage to Chesapeake over the past decade, the landowners battled Chesapeake to prevent them from extending the old leases under their original terms that were more favorable to Chesapeake then later ones negotiated with various landowners coalitions. The move now allows those landowners to negotiate with a new driller to operate after New York’s gas drilling moratorium expires.
Governor Cuomo today announced that $45 million in grants are available for Water Quality Improvement Projects by municipalities, soil and water conservation districts and non-profit organizations. Recipients can be reimbursed 75 to 85% of the project costs, depending on the type of project. Application deadline is November 8th more information is available on the state DEC website.
The Chenango county sheriff’s department arrested 29-year-old Rick Donnelly of Norwich on an active bench warrant issued by the Town of New Berlin Court for violation of probation. Donnelly had been arrested in July 2012 on charges of 3rd degree sexual abuse and endangering the welfare of a child, he was arraigned on the probation violation charge and was remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $5,000 cash bail & will re-appear in the Town of New Berlin court on August 21st.
primary elections is August 16th. Governor Cuomo announced that so far, more than 200,000 New Yorkers have used the state's new online MyDMV, and automated systems to register, or update, their voter registration since its launch last year. Those who wish to vote in the September primaries can log on and register at dmv.ny.gov.
Tickets are still available for the 2nd annual “Rock In The Park” concert to benefit the Chenango county Toys for Tots this year. Concert Organizer Jason Hall told WCDO News that the concert Saturday features the Artimus Pyle band, a tribute to Ronnie Van Zandt & Lynyrd Skynyrd, as well as local favorites Tumbleweed Highway & Woodshed Prophets, and they could raise a good amount for a great cause:
(Jason Hall 8-7-13)
Tickets for the Saturday show at noon at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge are available at RockInThePark2013.eventbrite.com.
The Chenango county sheriff’s department arrested 31 year old James Bley of New Berlin for Aggravated DWI with BAC of .18 or higher, DWI, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation and Unlicensed operation. The arrest followed an investigation into a disorderly conduct complaint in the Village of Sherburne where the defendant allegedly engaged in a verbal confrontation at a Village of Sherburne business and then left the area. Bley was located in Sherburne and is accused of operating a motor vehicle in an intoxicated condition and without a license. Bley was processed & will appear in Sherburne Court at a later date.
The Chenango county sheriffs department arrested 73-year-old Henry Hemsley of North Norwich on a charge of Unlawfully Growing Cannabis. Officers responded after discovering marijuana plants growing in the front yard of a residence, Hemsley was released on an appearance ticket and will appear in court at a later date.
Chesapeake Energy has given up a two-year legal fight to retain thousands of acres of natural gas drilling leases in New York State. The move follows a conflict with landowners in Broome & Tioga Counties, who had leased acreage to Chesapeake over the past decade, the landowners battled Chesapeake to prevent them from extending the old leases under their original terms that were more favorable to Chesapeake then later ones negotiated with various landowners coalitions. The move now allows those landowners to negotiate with a new driller to operate after New York’s gas drilling moratorium expires.
Governor Cuomo today announced that $45 million in grants are available for Water Quality Improvement Projects by municipalities, soil and water conservation districts and non-profit organizations. Recipients can be reimbursed 75 to 85% of the project costs, depending on the type of project. Application deadline is November 8th more information is available on the state DEC website.
The Chenango county sheriff’s department arrested 29-year-old Rick Donnelly of Norwich on an active bench warrant issued by the Town of New Berlin Court for violation of probation. Donnelly had been arrested in July 2012 on charges of 3rd degree sexual abuse and endangering the welfare of a child, he was arraigned on the probation violation charge and was remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $5,000 cash bail & will re-appear in the Town of New Berlin court on August 21st.
WCDO News — Wednesday 4-10-13
Governor Cuomo announced that there would be $1.2 billion in savings to employers due to reforms to the state's Workers' Compensation and Unemployment Insurance systems. Cuomo stated that workers’ COMPENSATION REFORM amounts to $800 MILLION IN SAVINGS TO BUSINESSES WHILE INCREASING BENEFITS FOR WORKERS, While the UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE REFORM amounts to $400 MILLION IN SAVINGS TO EMPLOYERS WHILE INCREASING BENEFIT RATES FOR those who need to make claims.
“Rock in the Park 2013” will be the 2nd Benefit concert for Chenango County Toys for Tots”, on August 10th, at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge. Concert organizer Jason hall said that the need for toys for tots extends beyond the Chenango county borders:
(Jason Hall 4-10-13)
This years concert will feature the Artimus Pyle Band, with local acts Woodshed Prophets and Tumbleweed Highway opening, Tickets are being sold at Snips & Snails Children’s Consignment on Main Street in Bainbridge or online at rockinthepark2013.eventbrite.com. More information is also available at the “Rock in The Park” Facebook page or by calling 972-6526.
Teams can still sign up to participate in this year’s tri-town relay for life, toe benefit the American cancer society’s local efforts. Coordinator Helen Gregory explains:
(Helen Gregory 4-10-13)
Those who would like more information can call 563-9634 or 563-8841.
The state police and the Otsego county sheriff’s department announced that their joint investigation has led to the arrest of 27 year old Corey Hunt for 2 counts of 2nd degree burglary as well as 3rd & 4th degree Grand Larceny. Hunt is accused of burglarizing 2 homes in Decatur and Middlefield, DNA evidence left on a cigarette at the scene led police to Hunt, a search of Hunt’s residence led to the recovery of stolen items from those homes. Hunt is currently serving 3 to 9 years in state prison; the new charges could lead to another 30 years in prison, if convicted.
The Boys & Girls Club of Sidney will host the 18th Annual Tim Morley Memorial Golf Tournament on June 6th, at the Sidney Golf & Country Club. The tournament has become the Club’s largest yearly fundraiser, it is named after Tim Morley, who helped get the club started over 20 years ago, and who died in an accident in 1994. More information is available at 561-2311 or online at www.bgcsidney.com (http://www.bgcsidney.com/).
Governor Cuomo announced that 4 job fairs will take place on tomorrow, to connect job seekers with 250 businesses offering 5,000 jobs. One of the 4 job fairs will be held in Binghamton at Broome Community College Ice Rink from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. More information is available through the state Labor Department at 1-888-4-NYSDOL or labor.ny.gov.
Country music fans will be treated to concerts by 2 big stars in Broome County this summer. Organizers at the Dick’s Sporting Goods Open will have a concert with Country star Tim McGraw on August 16th. Organizers with the annual Spiedie Fest announced that LeAnn Rimes will headline a concert at Otsiningo Park on August 3rd.
“Rock in the Park 2013” will be the 2nd Benefit concert for Chenango County Toys for Tots”, on August 10th, at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge. Concert organizer Jason hall said that the need for toys for tots extends beyond the Chenango county borders:
(Jason Hall 4-10-13)
This years concert will feature the Artimus Pyle Band, with local acts Woodshed Prophets and Tumbleweed Highway opening, Tickets are being sold at Snips & Snails Children’s Consignment on Main Street in Bainbridge or online at rockinthepark2013.eventbrite.com. More information is also available at the “Rock in The Park” Facebook page or by calling 972-6526.
Teams can still sign up to participate in this year’s tri-town relay for life, toe benefit the American cancer society’s local efforts. Coordinator Helen Gregory explains:
(Helen Gregory 4-10-13)
Those who would like more information can call 563-9634 or 563-8841.
The state police and the Otsego county sheriff’s department announced that their joint investigation has led to the arrest of 27 year old Corey Hunt for 2 counts of 2nd degree burglary as well as 3rd & 4th degree Grand Larceny. Hunt is accused of burglarizing 2 homes in Decatur and Middlefield, DNA evidence left on a cigarette at the scene led police to Hunt, a search of Hunt’s residence led to the recovery of stolen items from those homes. Hunt is currently serving 3 to 9 years in state prison; the new charges could lead to another 30 years in prison, if convicted.
The Boys & Girls Club of Sidney will host the 18th Annual Tim Morley Memorial Golf Tournament on June 6th, at the Sidney Golf & Country Club. The tournament has become the Club’s largest yearly fundraiser, it is named after Tim Morley, who helped get the club started over 20 years ago, and who died in an accident in 1994. More information is available at 561-2311 or online at www.bgcsidney.com (http://www.bgcsidney.com/).
Governor Cuomo announced that 4 job fairs will take place on tomorrow, to connect job seekers with 250 businesses offering 5,000 jobs. One of the 4 job fairs will be held in Binghamton at Broome Community College Ice Rink from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. More information is available through the state Labor Department at 1-888-4-NYSDOL or labor.ny.gov.
Country music fans will be treated to concerts by 2 big stars in Broome County this summer. Organizers at the Dick’s Sporting Goods Open will have a concert with Country star Tim McGraw on August 16th. Organizers with the annual Spiedie Fest announced that LeAnn Rimes will headline a concert at Otsiningo Park on August 3rd.