WCDO Radio News

The Chenango County Historical Society and the Chenango County Historian’s Office are hosting the “America’s Potluck & Turtle Island Festival” from 4–8 pm. on July 5 at the Chenango County Fairgrounds. Historical Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin told WCDO what people can expect to see:

(Jessica Moquin 7-3-26)

The event is part of the local commemorations of America250, made possible by the NY 250 Commission, the Community Foundation for South Central New York and UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-1-26

The Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 38 year-old Zachary Lindow of Greene following an investigation into 2 separate incidents. Deputies responded Sunday to a reported domestic dispute in Greene, where Lindow allegedly subjected the victim to unwanted sexual contact and threats, he fled before deputies arrived, An arrest warrant was issued. On Monday deputies responded to a harassment complaint in Greene, also involving Lindow, he was located by the Broome County Sheriff's Office and he was turned over to the Chenango County Sheriff's Office and was charged with 2 counts of Aggravated Harassment, plus Sexual Abuse, 2 counts of Intimidating a Victim or Witness, he was was arraigned and released on his own recognizance. He will appear in court at a later date.

The Susquehanna SPCA in Cooperstown is teaming 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 hos the program works:

(Stacie Haynes 5-1-26)

Haynes said that people can go to their website to see a profile of their animals, at sqspca.org, the program runs today through May 17th.

Governor Hochul announced action to protect survivors of domestic violence, by selecting 5 counties including Delaware county to participate in a 2-year Coordinated Community Response Pilot Program. The effort will be led by the State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence, the initiative aims to help survivors access safety and support faster while ensuring accountability for offenders.

A.M. NEWS Friday 5-1-26

UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich will hold their 7th "Community Baby Shower" for expectant parents & families with newborns, on Saturday, spokesperson Melissa Stagnaro explains:

(Melissa Stagnaro 5-1-26)

The Community Baby Shower will run from Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital, it is free and available for pregnant individuals, new parents, and families with babies up to 12 months old.

Chenango County Environmental Management Council is heading up the Community Clean up Days along with the clean up the river day in Norwich Saturday, Chenango County planning Director Shane Butler explains:

(Shane Butler 5-1-26)

The Environmental Management Council will provide trash bags, gloves & other supplies, in addition to sponsoring community cleanup days around the county, they are hosting their annual Chenango River Trail Cleanup Saturday , more information is available at The Facebook page "Chenango County EMC.

The UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will host its annual Trivia Night fundraiser on Saturday, March 14 at Canasawacta Country Club, 261 County Rd 44 in Norwich. Registration opens at 5 pm. and trivia begins at 6 pm. All proceeds benefit the UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, the Registration deadline is this Wednesday, March 11. Teams can register online at norwichny.wixsite.com/cmhtrivia.

Commerce Chenango and the Chenango Foundation announced that registration is open for the 3rd annual Chenango Women’s Leadership Conference at DCMO BOCES Campus in Norwich on March 16th. Registration is available at the commercechenango.com.

The Deadline to sign up families for Operation Merry Christmas is this Friday, spokesperson Lisa Streigler explains the process:

(Lisa Streigler 10-29-25)

The giveaway days will be on December 12th & 13th at the AO Fox Hospital Tri Town Campus on Pearl Street in Sidney again this year.

Students with a total family income up to $175,000 will be able to attend Colgate University tuition-free, and those with family incomes of up to $200,000 will have their demonstrated aid need met without loans starting in the fall of 2026, as part of the expansion of the Colgate Commitment, program to increase access and affordability, first launched in 2020. More information is available at colgate.edu/colgatecommitment.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 10-29-25

The City of Oneonta is planing 3 days of events next July around the Independence Day holiday, Oneonta City Historian Mark Simonson told WCDO news that they are holding a meeting tonight to discuss their plans & gather input for "America 250":

(Mark Simonson 10-29-25)

The meeting will be held at 6:30 PM at the Huntington Memorial Library at 62 Chestnut street at the top floor meeting room, the public is encouraged to attend & participate.

UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital is collaborating with Canasawacta Country Club to launch a new series designed to educate, empower, and engage women in Chenango County, the series, called Her Health Matters, will kick off tonight at 6:00 PM, at the Country Club, spokesperson Melissa Stagnaro explains:

(Melissa Stagnaro 10-29-25)

The series will feature various health professionals from Chenango Memorial Hospital, for more information or to register, contact (607) 337-4510 or email cmh.foundation@nyuhs.org.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-24-25

The State DEC announced a drought warning was issued in 12 counties in the Adirondack and Southern Tier regions and a drought watch was expanded to include 6 counties in the Susquehanna region. The counties added to the drought watch today are Broome, Chenango, Cortland, Otsego, Madison, and Tioga. A drought watch or warning is now in effect for the entire state except for New York City and Westchester County. more information is available at dec.ny.gov.

The Future for Oneonta Foundation announced a community challenge gift from Brian Wright, who has pledged to match donations—dollar for dollar—up to $125,000 to help complete the much-anticipated Wilber Park Splash Pad Project. The campaign has already received a $25,000 from Alan Cleinman, as part of this matching challenge. Donations can be made to the Future for Oneonta Foundation at futureforoneonta.org.

UHS Chenango Memorial announced a new service offering with the Pulmonary Rehabilitation program for individuals living with chronic lung conditions such as COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, emphysema, bronchitis, as well as those recovering from pneumonia, COVID-19, or other acute respiratory illnesses, for more information, contact UHS at (607) 337-4215.

The Chenango County Historical Society opens a new exhibit today from 4:30-6:00 PM. “Hometown Health” explores the healthcare and the pharmaceutical industry in Chenango County throughout the first half of the 20th century. Refreshments will be provided compliments of UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital, and each guest will receive a vintage booklet commemorating NBT Bank’s 150th anniversary, along with a promotional coupon from Sherwin-Williams.

The federal public health emergency declaration for COVID-19 expired on May 11th, but COVID-19 remains a threat. The Chenango County Health department suggests that county residents stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines, get tested, and stay away from others when they appear sick or are experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms. The Chenango County Department of Public Health will continue to offer FREE COVID-19 vaccine, more information is available at 607-337-1660.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 5-15-23

Delaware County Public Health announced that a Skunk tested positive for rabies in the Village of Deposit. An unvaccinated dog and 1 person were exposed to the rabid skunk, the dog had to be euthanized because it had not been vaccinated. The individual exposed to the skunk is receiving post exposure prophylaxis. To report a suspected rabid animal call Delaware County Public Health Services at 607-832-5200, for more information visit delawarecountypublichealth.com

The Chenango County Department of Public Works announced the closure of Church Hill Road in the town of North Norwich today. The road will be closed between Bryant Road and Ellison Road for the replacement of a bridge deck. Local traffic will be allowed, more information is available at 337-1710.

The 18th Annual Women’s Fund Breakfast, will be held on May 30th at the Double tree Inn by Hilton in Binghamton, the Keynote Speaker will be Pulitzer prize & Emmy Award Winning journalist Maria Hinojosa. the event is sponsored by the Women’s Fund, which is a component fund of the Community Foundation for South Central New York, more information is available at donorswhocare.org

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-22-21

State Police announced today that 22 year old Michael Andreev Jr. has been charged with 2 counts of 2nd degree murder & 1 count of criminal possession of a weapon, for allegedly stabbing his father, 67 year old Michael Andreev Sr. and 12-year-old sister, Sofia Trusova in Jordanville Sunday.  State Police said that they found Andreev Jr. in the front yard of the family residence with a neck laceration Sunday, he was taken to a Syracuse Hospital for treatment, and he was discharged today & was taken into police custody, he was processed and was being held in the Herkimer County Jail without bail, the investigation is still ongoing.

Melissa Stagnaro has been named Executive Director of the Chenango Memorial Hospital Foundation; she succeeds Deb Cassavaugh, who retired this summer.  Stagnaro joined the UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital team in December of 2017 as Director of Fundraising & Business Development, she led the Chenango Medical Neighborhood Capital Campaign, which to date has raised in excess of $6 million, twice the campaign’s initial goal.

The Chenango Arts Council will have their current gallery exhibit continuing for local residents who went to School when the Chenango Arts Council Building was a school building in the Norwich City School District, Council Executive Director Alecia O'Neill explains:

(Alecia O'Neill 9-22-21)

O'Neill said that the exhibit will run through October 1st, and that will be followed by a series of Halloween themed events in October, the full list of events can be found at chenangoarts.org, on their Facebook page of by calling 336-ARTS.

The State Health Department tested 96,359 New Yorkers for COVID 19 Monday, with 1393 new positives reported, the state total since March is over 466,900.  Hospitalizations increased again to 705 statewide, there are 158 patients in ICU Beds & 72 are on Ventilators.  There were 9 more deaths reported from the Virus Monday, the state death toll was up to 25,536.

Chenango County Public Health announced their latest COVID 19 numbers this morning; they are up to 262 active cases, with 9 active cases & 3 hospitalizations & 100 Active Quarantines.  Chenango county reports 7 deaths, 231 recoveries & they have conducted over 30,300 tests since March.

UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich today announced that they have re-instated visitor restrictions, following the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in Chenango County and the Southern Tier.  The Visitor Restrictions will be at the hospital and all of its off-site locations, with some limited restrictions regarding end of life patients & pediatric care.  In addition, all patients, staff, vendors and visitors will continue to be screened upon arrival at any UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital location.  More information about the policy is available at 337-4111, more information on COVID-19 or to be evaluated online through the UHS Virtual Walk-in, or visit online at nyuhs.org.

The Community Foundation for South Central New York has received a $25,000 grant from Lockheed Martin to the Foundation's COVID-19 Relief Fund for related needs in Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, and Tioga counties.   More information about the foundation is available at donorswhocare.org.

State Senator Jim Seward & local officials gathered Monday to dedicate a part of State Route 205 in the town of Hartwick to Sergeant John Kempe Winslow of Hartwick.  Winslow was killed in the line of duty in July of 1969 in Vietnam, he was 22 years old.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-11-20

Governor Cuomo announced that Thursday was the 35th straight day that New York State's COVID-19 infection rate has been below 1 percent. There were 880 new cases diagnosed Thursday out of 89,722 tests, the number of positive tests since March is 442,791. The number of patients hospitalized for the virus was 474, with 120 in ICU beds & 54 on ventilators.  There were 5 deaths Thursday, bringing the state Death Toll to 25,382.

Chenango County Public Health announced today that they are up to 242 COVID 19 cases since March, with 10 Active Cases, 1 hospitalization, 114 Quarantines 7 deaths, 210 recoveries & a total of 24,832 tests performed.

The Community Foundation for South Central New York has released the results of their most recent survey of the needs of local non-profits as they continue to respond to the COVID-19 Pandemic. In August, as a follow-up to an earlier survey done, the Foundation surveyed local organizations including non-profits, school districts, economic development agencies and others, 111 responded with ongoing concerns about lost revenue, cash flow, the mental health of employees and clients, and the expectation that their circumstances will likely be worse in 2021.  More information about the Foundation can be found on its website at www.donorswhocare.org.

Commerce Chenango hosted the very first ‘Sofa Soiree’ on Thursday evening, in a Zoom celebration of member businesses and individuals, who were chosen by their peers for accomplishments throughout this past year. Winners were announced in a variety of categories, Employer of the Year was NBT Bank, New Business award went to Hidden Springs Brewhouse, the Non-Profit award went to UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital, the good Neighbor award went to Shane Butler of the Chenango County Planning Department and Emerging Professional award went to Julia Miller of the Blueox Corporation.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-11-20

Otsego County Department of Health continues to investigate a large outbreak of Coronavirus involving SUNY Oneonta.  Over the past 2 days 14 new cases have been reported. Currently, there are 829 total confirmed cases with 665 cases linked to SUNY Oneonta, there were 11 confirmed cases in Hartwick College, and 2 have since recovered.  268 active cases are currently residing in the county, and there are no hospitalizations.

The American Red Cross is hosting a "Never Forget 9/11" Blood Drive today at the Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena.  All Blood types are needed; the drive runs from 12:00 PM - 06:00 PM, Appointments can be made at redcrossblood.org.

Colorscape Chenango announced that they do a "Virtual” Arts Festival on September 12 & 13, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on YouTube. Spokesperson Roz DeRensis explains:

(Roz DeRensis 9-11-20)

The link will be at colorscape.org Saturday morning, starting at 11:00 AM. There will also be cooking demos, & Music performances, the schedule of events for the virtual Festival can be found at www.colorscape.org.

Governor Cuomo announced today that the Governors from 7 states will be coordinating their efforts to come up with plans to re-open the economy, without risking public health:

(Cuomo 4-14-20)

The State has almost 202,208 cases of the Coronavirus with 18,697 people hospitalized, which is essentially a flat number for the last 5 days, but another 778 people died Monday, bring the state death toll to 10,894.

State Police arrested 26 year old Steven Carpenter of Niagara Falls for Criminal Trespass, Resisting Arrest and Criminal Impersonation.  Troopers were assisting the village of Sidney Police with an investigation at the Speedway on State Routes 7 and 8 in the town of Bainbridge, troopers spotted Carpenter on a bicycle, he ran inside the house of an unsuspecting homeowner then out a window, across the road and down an embankment and out of sight.  Carpenter was ultimately located, he gave troopers a false name and date of birth, and he was wanted on a parole warrant from Steuben County.  Carpenter was transported to the village of Sidney police department, He was then turned over to State Police where he was issued appearance tickets to the town of Bainbridge court, and he was then turned over to the Chenango County Jail and held without bail for the parole warrant.

Commerce Chenango has teamed up with UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital to provide meals to their staff as they combat the Coronavirus locally.  Commerce Chenango CEO & President Kerri Green Comments:

(Kerri Green 4-14-20)

A donation can be made by going to the “Fueling the Frontline” Go Fund Me page & by doing a search for Commerce Chenango; Donations can also be sent to The Chenango Foundation, 15 South Broad Street, Norwich, More information is available at 334-1402, or at commercechenango.com.

Delaware County has received 5 new positive test results Monday for the Coronavirus, the County now has 53 confirmed positive cases, there are an additional 40 people under mandatory quarantine, 6 confirmed cases have been transferred out of the county to where the person resides. Of the 47 confirmed positive cases still in Delaware County 4 are isolated in a hospital, 28 are isolated and recovering safely at their homes, 3 people are deceased and 12 have fully recovered and are no longer in isolation.

Otsego County has released an update on the Coronavirus pandemic, they have 45 confirmed cases with 5 hospitalized, 19 have recovered and are off isolation & there have been 2 deaths.  49 people on mandatory quarantine, 3 people on precautionary quarantine 102 people have been released from quarantine.

Chenango County Public Health reported Tuesday 65 Positive cases of the Coronavirus, after getting 2 more positive tests.   Chenango County reports 9 Hospitalizations, 22 Recoveries, there are 227 people under quarantine, and they have tested 361 people so far.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-13-20

Governor Cuomo announced today that the state has over 195,000 cases of the Coronavirus, there are still 18,825 people hospitalized, and 671 people died Easter Sunday, bring the state total up to 10,056.  Cuomo said that he will be coordinating with surrounding states regarding when & how to re-open the economy:

(Cuomo 4-13-20)

Governor Cuomo held a Conference Call this afternoon with other Northeast Governors, regarding how & when to get the economy started again.  New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy commented:

(Governor Murphy 4-13-20)

Governor Cuomo said that each states economic development experts & Health Department experts will form a coalition to study how other countries rebounded after the Coronavirus, and how to enact a successful Re-Opening plan that in each of the Northeast States at the same time, at the most prudent.

Commerce Chenango has teamed up with UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital to provide meals to their staff as they combat the Coronavirus locally.  Through the Chenango Foundation, Commerce Chenango is accepting donations to help feed our Chenango County frontline workers, & to purchase those meals from Chenango County restaurants, who are also struggling at this time.  A donation can be made by going to the "Fueling the Frontline" Go Fund Me page & by doing a search for Commerce Chenango, 100% of the proceeds will go to providing meals.  Donations can also be sent to The Chenango Foundation, 15 South Broad Street, Norwich, 13815 and please reference "Fueling the Frontline".  More information is available at 334-1402, or at commercechenango.com

There are 48 confirmed positive cases of the Coronavirus in Delaware County, 3 people are deceased and 12 have recovered, 5 positive cases were transferred back to their home county, 4 are in a hospital, 23 are isolated at home.

The Otsego County Department of Health has 43 confirmed cases, there have been 2 deaths, 6 were hospitalized, 16 have recovered, 78 people were on quarantine, and 77 have been released from quarantine.

Chenango County announced their current Coronavirus numbers this afternoon, they have 65 positive cases, 10 Hospitalizations, 21 Recoveries, and there are 257 people under quarantine.

UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital is half a million dollars
closer to its capital campaign goal thanks to a $500,000 commitment from the
Roger Follett Foundation this week.  CMH
Director of Fundraising & Business Development Melissa Stagnaro told WCDO
News about the successful campaign:

(Melissa Stagnaro 9-20-19)

Stagnaro said that the Follett foundation gift will be paid
out over the next 5 five years, it follows similar commitments from Blueox,
NBT, Preferred Mutual Insurance company since the capital campaign started in
August.

The 3rd Annual Uncle Bear Memorial Truck Show will be held
this tomorrow at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge.  Spokesperson Julie Fuller explains:

(Julie Fuller 9-20-19)

Fuller said that all proceeds go to The American Cancer
Society; more information is available at UncleBearMemorial.com.

State
Police at Sidney arrested 36 year old Sabrina Hetrick of Guilford for DWI,
after Troopers responded to a 1-car accident on State Route 51 in the town of
Butternuts.  Hetrick was transported to
Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown of complaint of pain and was issued appearance
tickets to the town of Butternuts court on August 22nd.

The
Community Foundation for South Central New York announced a new mini-grant
opportunity for qualified non-profit organizations in Broome, Tioga, Chenango,
Delaware and Otsego counties.   Proposals
may be submitted for projects that support, develop and/or expand the skill set
of young professionals in our region and/or increase their involvement in the
community.  The deadline for applications
is Friday, September 6th.  Details on
submission requirements can be found at donorswhocare.org.

A
new Siena College Poll of registered New York voters found that the majority of
New Yorkers say Governor Cuomo has made the state a better place since he took
office in 2011, the poll also found that his favorability and job performance
ratings currently match record lows.  New
York voters said Cuomo has improved the state by a 51 to 39% margin,  but his favorability ratings of 43% negative
and 50% positive matches his lowest ratings, his job performance rating of 34%
positive and 64% negative is his lowest ever.

The
State Department of Health announced that a proposal for a new Medicaid model
of care serving children throughout the state with complex health needs has
been approved by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The
new model will improve access to Medicaid services and expand Medicaid coverage
to home- and community-based care for more than 6,000 youth under age 21 who
are faced with an array of serious health issues and otherwise could be forced
to live in hospitals and other institutionalized settings.

The next
Commerce Chenango Business After Hours will be held today at UHS Chenango
Memorial from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.  The
program will highlight the grand opening of the new UHS Cardiology &
Cardiac Rehabilitation Center and the next phase of transformation at UHS
Chenango Memorial Hospital.

Ed Curley of Sidney continues his bicycle trek across the
country, to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation; Ed told
WCDO News that the journey will finish up tomorrow:

(Ed Curley 7-26-19)

Donations in Ed’s name can be made online to JDRF.org; he
raised about $5,000 in pledges with his journey.

State Police conducted an
Underage Drinking Initiative in Otsego and Chenango counties last week.  13 retail stores were checked and all of the
stores were found to be in compliance and did not sell alcohol to the underage
operative.  Among the compliant stores
were: Mirabito Quickway in Sidney & Franklin,   Snake Bite Liquors of Afton& B & W
Wines & Liquors in Bainbridge.

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 58-year-old Karl
Heidenreich of Franklin for Criminal Impersonation; following a civilian report
that Heidenreich falsely pretended that he was a Police Officer.  Heidenreich was released on an appearance
ticket and is scheduled to appear at Franklin Town Court at a later date.

The Next Women’s Health talk tonight will focus on
Plant-Based Eating, with dietitian Nicole Wake of UHS Chenango Memorial
Hospital.  The discussion will be held
tonight at Bohemian Moon, 103 W. Main Street in Norwich, beginning at 6:00 PM.    Events in the series are free and open to
the public, more information is available at 337-4239.

Broome County Sheriff’s Deputy Kristy Botsford was released
from Wilson Hospital, after surviving a head on crash while on duty last Friday
in Vestal.  Botsford was struck head on
in her patrol vehicle, responding to a report of a driver going in the wrong
direction on State Route 17.  Botsford
suffered a broken Femur in her right leg & for a time was listed in
Critical condition, 34 year old Daniel Butash of Endicott is facing a number of
charges including DWI in connection with that incident.

The Community Foundation for South Central New York
announced a grant opportunity for organizations serving Walton.  The Paul and Miriam Mattern Fund is now
accepting applications to enrich the cultural life and social well-being of
residents of the village and township of Walton, Applicants will be able to
complete and submit their applications to the Community Foundation on-line. The
deadline is March 18th, interested organizations should visit our website
donorswhocare.org to view the guidelines and start the application process.

UHS Chenango Memorial will launch their 2019 Women’s Health
Series tonight in Norwich.  Janice
Minutti is a dietitian at UHS Chenango Memorial, She will give a presentation
on Healthy Habits on Tuesday, January 29 at Bohemian Moon, 103 East Main Street
in Norwich, doors will open at 6:00 PM, and the presentation will start at 7:00
PM.

New York ranks among the top 5 states for children's health, according to the Kids Count Data Book released by the Annie E. Casey Foundation. The report looks at recent trends that compare data from 2005 to 2012; New York showed improvement in all 8 categories of health and education for children. The number of children who didn't graduate from high school in 4 years fell from 33% in 1990 to 22% in 2012. The number of teen births dropped & the number of children in high-poverty areas remained stable at 17%. The number of children in single parent families rose by 24% from 1990 to 2012.

State Police at Norwich arrested 47-year-old Tom Connelly of New Berlin for 2nd degree Harassment following a dispute on South Main Street in New Berlin.  An investigation determined he punched and shoved the victim during a dispute.  Connelly was arraigned in Town of New Berlin Court and sent to the Chenango County Jail on $500.00 bail.  An order of protection was issued by the court against Connelly.

The state labor department released unemployment statistics for the month of June.  State wide, the rate dropped 1/10th the 6.6%, locally, Chenango county’s rate was at 5.6%, Delaware county at 6.3% & Otsego county’s rate was at 5.3% in June.

The State Association of Realtors released its June home sale information. Across the state, new listings were up 11% compared to June 2013. The number of sales was down 6%, median sale price down 3% and total number of homes for sale down 2%. Locally, in Broome County, new listings were up 19%, the number of sales was down 11%. In Delaware County, new listings were up 21%, the number of sales was down 13%  & in Chenango County, new listings were up 305 and the number of sales closed was down 38%.

The National Committee for Quality Assurance said UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital’s UHS Primary Care offices in Oxford, Sherburne and Sidney received recognition from the Patient-Centered Medical Home program for using evidence-based, patient-centered processes that focus on coordinated care and long-term participative relationships. UHS Primary Care in Norwich was the first of the hospital’s primary care sites to receive the recognition in 2012. The recognition is based on a model of care and service delivery that encourages partnerships between individual patients and their personal clinicians to improve the quality and efficiency of care.

The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office and New York State Environmental Conservation Police arrested 34-year-old David Button Jr. of Plymouth Saturday, after he was witnessed on a trail camera trespassing and possessing a rifle, on posted property on Bates Wilson Road.  Button shot a deer with the rifle, removed the head, and left the body, he was located at his residence where the rifle and deer head were recovered, Button is a convicted felon and was not allowed to possess firearms.  Button was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Trespassing, Hunting without a License, Hunting Deer with Rimfire Ammunition, and Unlawfully Killing Protected Wildlife.

The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 20-year-old Micah Smith of the Town of Greene on charges of Criminal Possession of Marihuana.  Smith was charged Saturday following a traffic stop in the Town of Greene for failing to stop at a stop sign.   Smith was found to be in possession of Marihuana and scales, deputies then responded to Smith’s residence and located over an ounce of Marihuana. Smith was taken into custody and processed and released on appearance tickets for a later court date.

UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital Foundation announced that  this year's fundraising campaign set a goal of exceeding last year's mark of $130,000.   Money raised by the Foundation has been used to renovate the facility and upgrade equipment.     Gifts can be made by accessing the Chenango Memorial Hospital Foundation Face book page and clicking on the "Donate Now" button, or by contacting the Foundation office at 337-4510.

The Chenango county sheriff’s office arrested 30-year-old Alex Danyluk of Norwich Saturday, on charges of Petty Larceny, Trespassing, Criminal Mischief and Endangering the Welfare of a Child.  Danyluk is accused of stealing an LED Signal Light off a MRP Paving dump truck by cutting the wires back on October 18th in the Town of Norwich, with his 2-year-old daughter present.  Danyluk was issued an appearance ticket for Town of Norwich Court at a later date.

The Chenango county sheriffs department arrested 31 year old Andrew Whitney of Norwich for driving while intoxicated, operating a motor vehicle with .08, aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, numerous equipment violations, and on arrest and bench warrants.  Whitney is accused of operating a motor vehicle in an intoxicated state; deputies also found that there was an active bench warrant from Town of Norwich Court for failure to appear for sentencing, and on an arrest warrant from City of Norwich for petty larceny and conspiracy.  Whitney was arraigned in the Town of Norwich Court and was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on  $11,000 total cash bail pending action in both courts.

The Chenango County Sheriff’s department arrested 34-year-old Timothy Cunnius of Sherburne for DWI, aggravated DWI, unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle & driving with blood alcohol content greater than .18%.  Cunnius was arrested following a traffic stop in the Town of North Norwich; he was processed and released to appear in the Town of North Norwich Court at a later date.

The Chenango county sheriffs department arrested 19-year-old Devven Ferris of Sherburne for unlawful possession of marihuana.  Ferris was charged following a traffic stop, where marihuana was found hidden in a compartment.   Ferris was processed and released on an appearance ticket to appear in the Town of Sherburne Court at a later date.

The Chenango county sheriffs department arrested 23-year-old Joshua Knuth of Otselic for 3rd degree menacing.  Knuth is accused of pointing a BB gun at a person causing the person to be in fear of serious physical injury; he was arraigned & was released to appear in the Town of Otselic Court at a later date.

The UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital Foundation has announced an $80,000 gift to the hospital. The gift will be used to purchase ultrasound equipment used in cardiac studies at UHS Cardiology Norwich. more information about the Foundation is available at 337-4510 or visit www.uhs.net/cmh (http://www.uhs.net/cmh).

The Chenango Memorial Hospital Foundation raised over $132,000 during their recent annual campaign, the fundraising campaign along with planned giving and the annual golf tournament; the Foundation raised a total of $185,360. Last year's gift help renovate the interior of the old Medical Arts Building, Previous efforts helped to modernizing the in-patient and maternity units, purchased equipment for the Operating room and the Heart Center and purchased the vehicle to transport nursing home residents.  More information about the foundation is available at uhs.net.

Oneonta city police charged 22-year-old Marissa Hetzel with 2nd degree vehicular assault, leaving the scene of a person injury accident & DWI and several lesser charges, following the report of a bicyclist being hit by a vehicle Tuesday morning on the Lettis Highway.  Police reported that the unidentified bicyclist suffered multiple fractures, severe head and chest trauma, and was taken first to Fox Hospital and later to Bassett hospital in Cooperstown for emergency surgery.  Hetzel was arraigned in Oneonta City Court and was released on $2,500 bail, pending re-appearance in court at a later date.

Attorney General Eric Schneiderman today announced that his office has posted information online detailing charitable donations raised for Hurricane Sandy relief.  The 88 charities that have responded to the survey reported raising approximately $400 million for Hurricane Sandy relief. The five charities reporting the most contributions and pledges are the American red cross at 188 million, the robin hood foundation at 67 million, The Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City at 45 million dollars, the empire state relief fund at 15.4 million and the salvation army at 14.3 million.  More information is available at charitiesnys.com (/Documents%20and%20SettingsmgraceLocal%20SettingsTemporary%20Internet%20FilesContent.OutlookEKWHY6Hwww.charitiesnys.com).

Blood supplies are very low traditionally following the holidays and this year is no exception.  A red cross blood drive is being held at Chenango memorial hospital’s basement conference room in Norwich on Monday January 7th from 10:30 to 3:30 PM, appointments care requested at 337-4028 or 337-4093, walk-ins are also welcome.