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WCDO News — Friday 1-10-25
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 1-10-25
Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation will formally integrate into 1 company under the name "Toyota Material Handling North America" effective April 1. Raymond President Michael Field explains:
(Michael Field 1-10-25)
Toyota acquired The Raymond Corporation in 2001, Field will be the Chief Operting Officer of the new corporate entity, he will still be based in Greene, and people are still invited to apply for work at the facility as they plan more hiring of personnel, more information is available at careers.raymondcorp.com.
Otsego County Office of Emergency Services reported that an early morning fire at about 4:45 this morning at 451 County Highway 21 in the town of Plainfield resulted in a fatality. The fire destroyed the home, Unadilla Forks Fire Department received aid from the West Winfield Fire Department, The fire was reported by a passing motorist, indicating that the house was fully involved. The Cause of this fire is currently under investigation, and the Otsego County Office of Emergency Services is being assisted with the investigation by the New York State Police and the New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control
The Norwich Police Department concluded an investigation into a felony fugitive from justice warrant out of the State of Kentucky. Norwich Police Department detectives arrested 47 year old Trey Kirk of Norwich, on several warrants out of Boone County Kentucky for fleeing and evading police officers. Kirk was picked up at a local business in the City of Norwich and held for arraignment on the Fugitive from Justice Warrant.
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested Cameron Curley of Smithville & Logan Tribe-Filhart of Binghamton, On January 6th, Curley and Tribe-Filhart allegedly took several thousands of dollars worth of property from a residence in the Town of Smithville on multiple occasions, Tribe-Filhart was seen with stolen property by deputies and citizens following the incident, Additional stolen property was found in Curley’s residence. Both were charged with 2 counts of Burglary, Grand larceny, Criminal mischief, Criminal possession of stolen property, among other charges, they were released with separate court dates in the Town of Smithville Court.
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 50 year old Lance Jennings of Burlington for Assault, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing & Harassment, after Deputies responded to a residence in the Town of Burlington on January 4th, Jennings was arrested & was processed and released after being issued an appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Burlington Court at a later date.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 1-10-25
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 31 year old Elijah Conklin of New Berlin after he falsely reported a car theft. Deputies were told by Conklin that his vehicle was stolen out of his driveway when he was not home, he signed documents, vehicle information was shared with the Otsego County, where they reported that the vehicle had been involved in an accident and the driver fled the scene. Chenango Deputies determined that Conklin was the driver that fled the scene, Deputies returned Conklin was processed and released on an appearance ticket to appear in the Town of New Berlin Court at a later date.
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 56 year old Jonathon Rees on a Sealed Indictment Arrest Warrant. Rees turned himself in to the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office after receiving a Notice to Appear for Chenango County Court. Rees was processed for Offering a false instrument for filing, Perjury, unlawful surveillance, Aggravated Harrassment among other charges, he was arraigned in Chenango County Court where he was released on his own recognizance to appear in court at a later date.
Broome County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of a burglary in the Town of Triangle. 27 year old Samuel Michaels & 33 year old Jennifer Briggs claimed that their residence was burglarized, Detectives learned that Michaels and Briggs were suspects in a burglary case in Chenango County, where a shotgun was utilized to shoot into a vacant Chenango County residence. The pair admitted to having falsely reported the initial burglary to eliminate themselves as suspects in the Chenango County burglary investigation. Michaels and Briggs were charged with Tampering with Physical Evidence, Providing a False Written Statement, Falsely Reporting, they were processed at the Broome County Sheriff’s Office and issued appearance tickets returnable to the Town of Triangle Court, they also face burglary charges in Chenango County.
Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation will formally integrate into 1 company under the name "Toyota Material Handling North America" effective April 1. Raymond President Michael Field explains:
(Michael Field 1-10-25)
Toyota acquired The Raymond Corporation in 2001, Field will be the Chief Operting Officer of the new corporate entity, he will still be based in Greene, and people are still invited to apply for work at the facility as they plan more hiring of personnel, more information is available at careers.raymondcorp.com.
Otsego County Office of Emergency Services reported that an early morning fire at about 4:45 this morning at 451 County Highway 21 in the town of Plainfield resulted in a fatality. The fire destroyed the home, Unadilla Forks Fire Department received aid from the West Winfield Fire Department, The fire was reported by a passing motorist, indicating that the house was fully involved. The Cause of this fire is currently under investigation, and the Otsego County Office of Emergency Services is being assisted with the investigation by the New York State Police and the New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control
The Norwich Police Department concluded an investigation into a felony fugitive from justice warrant out of the State of Kentucky. Norwich Police Department detectives arrested 47 year old Trey Kirk of Norwich, on several warrants out of Boone County Kentucky for fleeing and evading police officers. Kirk was picked up at a local business in the City of Norwich and held for arraignment on the Fugitive from Justice Warrant.
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested Cameron Curley of Smithville & Logan Tribe-Filhart of Binghamton, On January 6th, Curley and Tribe-Filhart allegedly took several thousands of dollars worth of property from a residence in the Town of Smithville on multiple occasions, Tribe-Filhart was seen with stolen property by deputies and citizens following the incident, Additional stolen property was found in Curley’s residence. Both were charged with 2 counts of Burglary, Grand larceny, Criminal mischief, Criminal possession of stolen property, among other charges, they were released with separate court dates in the Town of Smithville Court.
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 50 year old Lance Jennings of Burlington for Assault, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing & Harassment, after Deputies responded to a residence in the Town of Burlington on January 4th, Jennings was arrested & was processed and released after being issued an appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Burlington Court at a later date.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 1-10-25
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 31 year old Elijah Conklin of New Berlin after he falsely reported a car theft. Deputies were told by Conklin that his vehicle was stolen out of his driveway when he was not home, he signed documents, vehicle information was shared with the Otsego County, where they reported that the vehicle had been involved in an accident and the driver fled the scene. Chenango Deputies determined that Conklin was the driver that fled the scene, Deputies returned Conklin was processed and released on an appearance ticket to appear in the Town of New Berlin Court at a later date.
Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 56 year old Jonathon Rees on a Sealed Indictment Arrest Warrant. Rees turned himself in to the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office after receiving a Notice to Appear for Chenango County Court. Rees was processed for Offering a false instrument for filing, Perjury, unlawful surveillance, Aggravated Harrassment among other charges, he was arraigned in Chenango County Court where he was released on his own recognizance to appear in court at a later date.
Broome County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of a burglary in the Town of Triangle. 27 year old Samuel Michaels & 33 year old Jennifer Briggs claimed that their residence was burglarized, Detectives learned that Michaels and Briggs were suspects in a burglary case in Chenango County, where a shotgun was utilized to shoot into a vacant Chenango County residence. The pair admitted to having falsely reported the initial burglary to eliminate themselves as suspects in the Chenango County burglary investigation. Michaels and Briggs were charged with Tampering with Physical Evidence, Providing a False Written Statement, Falsely Reporting, they were processed at the Broome County Sheriff’s Office and issued appearance tickets returnable to the Town of Triangle Court, they also face burglary charges in Chenango County.
BinghamtonCAMERON CURLEYELIJAH CONKLINJENNIFER BRIGGSJONATHON REESKENTUCKYLANCE JENNINGSLOGAN TRIBE-FILHARTMICHAEL FIELDNew BerlinNew YorkNYOTSEGO COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICESPLAINFIELDRAYMOND CORPORATIONSAMUEL MICHAELSSMITHVILLEToyota Material Handling North AmericaTREY KIRKTRIANGLEUNADILLA FORKSWCDOWEST WINFIELD
WCDO News — Thursday 3-28-24
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-28-24
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 36 year old Kyle Walker of Utica, for Aggravated Unlicensed Operator of a Motor Vehicle and Unlicensed Operator following an investigation. Deputies responded Saturday to an emergency call for service for a possible abduction of an adult that occurred within Delaware County. Deputies along with Delhi Police Officers were able to locate the vehicle that was allegedly being used during the reported abduction which had been traveling from the Downsville area to the Village of Walton, it was found that no abduction had occurred, however Deputies found that Walker had 19 suspensions on his drivers license. Walker was issued appearance tickets to appear before the Village of Walton Court at a later date.
The expanded New York State "Move Over Law" went into effect on Wednesday. The new law requires drivers to move over for all types of vehicles stopped on the side of a highway, not just emergency vehicles, the law was updated as statistics showed that From 2016 to 2020, 37 individuals were killed outside disabled vehicles in New York.
Dave Johnson of Unadilla has organized a meeting in Unadilla on April 17th, called "Introduction to Preparing for the Inevitable", with a series of experts on what to do before your final days:
(Dave Johnson 4-17-24)
The meeting will be held April 17th at the Unatego Elementary School Cafeteria from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
Broome County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 49 year old Christopher Merwin of Chenango Forks following a domestic incident in the Town of Chenango. Deputies responded to a residence on Marshman Road, the victim informed patrols of repeated incidents of verbal and physical disputes, including threats on her life with a firearm, deputies submitted a request for an Extreme Risk Protection Order, which was granted by the Town of Chenango Court. While serving the order of protection, deputies located a loaded 9mm “ghost” handgun and methamphetamines, Merwin was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Harassment, he was taken into custody without incident, arraigned at Central Arraignment and remains in custody at the Broome County Sheriff’s Correctional Facility.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 3-28-24
32 year old Nicholas Durbin of Deposit appeared for a conference in Delaware County Court on Tuesday and pleaded guilty to Attempted Sexual Abuse. Durbin was accused of having inappropriately touched a 4-year-old child in the Town of Deposit between February 1, 2022, and April 25, 2022, while in a relationship with the child’s mother, he was sentenced to one- and one-half years in state prison, to be followed by three years of post-release supervision, he was also ordered to register as a sex offender upon his release from state prison.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli announced that six villages were designated in fiscal stress under the Fiscal Stress Monitoring System. DiNapoli's office evaluated all non-calendar year local governments and designated one village in "significant fiscal stress," one in "moderate fiscal stress," and four as "susceptible to fiscal stress." None of the villages in the WCDO listening area made the list this year.
The Children's Home will hold a Foster Parent info Session today for those interested in bringing a foster child into their home. The session will be held today at the Guernsey Library in Norwich starting at 6:30 PM. More information is available at 607-765-9059.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies responded to criminal contempt complaint, in the Town of Bovina. During the course of the investigation, Sheriff’s Deputies identified the suspect as 63 year old Glenn McGuiness of Bovina, who allegedly violated an order of protection put in place by the Bovina Town Court, by yelling obscenities at the protected party. McGuiness was non complaint and refused to cooperate with Deputies, McGuiness was charged with Criminal Contempt, resisting arrest and obstructing governmental administration, McGuiness was subsequently issued an appearance ticket, returnable at a later date to the Town of Bovina Court.
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 36 year old Kyle Walker of Utica, for Aggravated Unlicensed Operator of a Motor Vehicle and Unlicensed Operator following an investigation. Deputies responded Saturday to an emergency call for service for a possible abduction of an adult that occurred within Delaware County. Deputies along with Delhi Police Officers were able to locate the vehicle that was allegedly being used during the reported abduction which had been traveling from the Downsville area to the Village of Walton, it was found that no abduction had occurred, however Deputies found that Walker had 19 suspensions on his drivers license. Walker was issued appearance tickets to appear before the Village of Walton Court at a later date.
The expanded New York State "Move Over Law" went into effect on Wednesday. The new law requires drivers to move over for all types of vehicles stopped on the side of a highway, not just emergency vehicles, the law was updated as statistics showed that From 2016 to 2020, 37 individuals were killed outside disabled vehicles in New York.
Dave Johnson of Unadilla has organized a meeting in Unadilla on April 17th, called "Introduction to Preparing for the Inevitable", with a series of experts on what to do before your final days:
(Dave Johnson 4-17-24)
The meeting will be held April 17th at the Unatego Elementary School Cafeteria from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
Broome County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 49 year old Christopher Merwin of Chenango Forks following a domestic incident in the Town of Chenango. Deputies responded to a residence on Marshman Road, the victim informed patrols of repeated incidents of verbal and physical disputes, including threats on her life with a firearm, deputies submitted a request for an Extreme Risk Protection Order, which was granted by the Town of Chenango Court. While serving the order of protection, deputies located a loaded 9mm “ghost” handgun and methamphetamines, Merwin was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Harassment, he was taken into custody without incident, arraigned at Central Arraignment and remains in custody at the Broome County Sheriff’s Correctional Facility.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 3-28-24
32 year old Nicholas Durbin of Deposit appeared for a conference in Delaware County Court on Tuesday and pleaded guilty to Attempted Sexual Abuse. Durbin was accused of having inappropriately touched a 4-year-old child in the Town of Deposit between February 1, 2022, and April 25, 2022, while in a relationship with the child’s mother, he was sentenced to one- and one-half years in state prison, to be followed by three years of post-release supervision, he was also ordered to register as a sex offender upon his release from state prison.
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli announced that six villages were designated in fiscal stress under the Fiscal Stress Monitoring System. DiNapoli's office evaluated all non-calendar year local governments and designated one village in "significant fiscal stress," one in "moderate fiscal stress," and four as "susceptible to fiscal stress." None of the villages in the WCDO listening area made the list this year.
The Children's Home will hold a Foster Parent info Session today for those interested in bringing a foster child into their home. The session will be held today at the Guernsey Library in Norwich starting at 6:30 PM. More information is available at 607-765-9059.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies responded to criminal contempt complaint, in the Town of Bovina. During the course of the investigation, Sheriff’s Deputies identified the suspect as 63 year old Glenn McGuiness of Bovina, who allegedly violated an order of protection put in place by the Bovina Town Court, by yelling obscenities at the protected party. McGuiness was non complaint and refused to cooperate with Deputies, McGuiness was charged with Criminal Contempt, resisting arrest and obstructing governmental administration, McGuiness was subsequently issued an appearance ticket, returnable at a later date to the Town of Bovina Court.
WCDO News — Friday 10-6-23
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-6-23
26 year old Simon Wysong of Delhi was indicted Thursday in Delaware County Court, he is accused of Driving While Impaired by Amphetamines, Methamphetamines, and Fentanyl in the Town of Davenport on July 26, 2022. Wysong was driving at a high rate of speed on County Highway 10 when he failed to stop at a stop sign, crossed onto State Highway 23 & collided with another vehicle. Wysong's passenger was killed, the driver of the other vehicle suffered serious physical injuries. The Grand Jury indicted Wysong for Vehicular Manslaughter, Assault, 2nd degree Manslaughter & Aggravated Vehicular Homicide, he faces up to 8 1/3rd to 25 years in state prison if he is convicted of the most serious charge. Wysong will be arraigned on the indictment in Delaware County Court on October 23rd.
2 people were arrested following a traffic stop in Norwich regarding a stolen motorcycle, that led to a chase that ended in Unadilla. Norwich Police had attempted a traffic stop, the driver, Cody McCrady of Chenango Forks & passenger, Nichole Wiggins of Greene, fled. The pair were taken into custody in Unadilla. The investigation revealed that the Motorcycle was stolen from Manlius and the license plates were reported stolen from Johnson City. McCrady was charged with Reckless Endangerment, Criminal possession of stolen property, & criminal possess of a controlled substance, Wiggins was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Wiggins was released on an appearance ticket, McCrady was being for arraignment.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies received a complaint regarding a group of students from Walton High School who received a message via a social media app, which contained threats to bomb the Walton School and cause harm to other students. Deputies responded to Walton and interviewed multiple students and it was determined that the threat was made after school hours and that an 18 year-old student of Walton High School did make threats to “bomb” the Walton High School. The juvenile was charged with Making a Terroristic Threat and was held at the Delaware County Correctional Facility for arraignment.
Commerce Chenango announced that 3 local museums are participating in the "MUSEUMS & MORE" event tomorrow. A variety of activities are scheduled tomorrow at the Bullthistle Model Railroad Museum, The Northeast Classic Car Museum & the Chenango County Historical Society, all in Norwich. More information is available at commercechenango.com.
The Jericho Arts Council will have another concert at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater Saturday evening, coupled with another show in the Gallery, according to spokesman Phil Wade:
(PHIL WADE 10-6-23)
Wade said that Reservation for tickets can be obtained by calling 607-288-3882, or just prior to the show at 7:00 PM Saturday night.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-6-23
The Broome County District Attorney's Office announced that a plea deal was given to 35-year-old Bradley Law of Harpursville. Law admitted to operating the vehicle in a hit & run Crash that killed 13 year old Brennan Loveless as he was riding hid Bicycle along Route 7 near his home in Sanitaria Springs back on New Year’s Day. Law was sentenced to 1 1/3rd to 4 years in prison for leaving the scene of a fatal accident and a weapons charge.
State Police reported that 16 year old Emily Clapper was located in good health in the city of Oneonta by Oneonta Police. Clapper was reported missing on October 2nd.
The Chenango Arts Council will present the Norwich Theater Company this weekend, with a Neil Simon Classic, according to spokesperson Mary Beth Miller:
(Mary Beth Miller 10-6-23)
Tickets can be purchased for any of the performances at chenangoartscouncil.thundertix.com.
The Matthews Auto Group announced their 5th Annual Matthews Walk-A-Thon to benefit 10 children's charities in Binghamton, Syracuse, Norwich, & other locations this Saturday, October 7th from 7:30AM to 6:30PM, Spokesperson Kathy Breno told WCDO about the Norwich walk a thon:
(Kathy Breno 10-3-23)
The Norwich & Vestal Walk-a-thon will be the only in-person events, the rest will be virtual, the Chenango County Child Advocacy Center in Norwich is one of the charities that will benefit from this effort. Walkers should register in advance with estimated miles to be walked at MatthewsWalkathon.Com or at Weiler Park on the day of the event. Matthews will distribute up to $150,000 to the charities based on the miles walked and the percentage of votes each charity receives during registration.
The Chenango County Department of Health is hosting a drive through Flu Shot Clinic Saturday from 9:00 to 11:00 AM, at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich. Pre-registration is required at apps2.health.ny.gov or by calling 607-337-1660.
An American Red Cross will hold a Blood Drive at the Otego Fire house today from 12:30 to 5:30 P.M. Appointments can be made at downloading the the Red Cross Blood Donor App, by calling 1-800 RED CROSS or at redcrossblood.org.
26 year old Simon Wysong of Delhi was indicted Thursday in Delaware County Court, he is accused of Driving While Impaired by Amphetamines, Methamphetamines, and Fentanyl in the Town of Davenport on July 26, 2022. Wysong was driving at a high rate of speed on County Highway 10 when he failed to stop at a stop sign, crossed onto State Highway 23 & collided with another vehicle. Wysong's passenger was killed, the driver of the other vehicle suffered serious physical injuries. The Grand Jury indicted Wysong for Vehicular Manslaughter, Assault, 2nd degree Manslaughter & Aggravated Vehicular Homicide, he faces up to 8 1/3rd to 25 years in state prison if he is convicted of the most serious charge. Wysong will be arraigned on the indictment in Delaware County Court on October 23rd.
2 people were arrested following a traffic stop in Norwich regarding a stolen motorcycle, that led to a chase that ended in Unadilla. Norwich Police had attempted a traffic stop, the driver, Cody McCrady of Chenango Forks & passenger, Nichole Wiggins of Greene, fled. The pair were taken into custody in Unadilla. The investigation revealed that the Motorcycle was stolen from Manlius and the license plates were reported stolen from Johnson City. McCrady was charged with Reckless Endangerment, Criminal possession of stolen property, & criminal possess of a controlled substance, Wiggins was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Wiggins was released on an appearance ticket, McCrady was being for arraignment.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies received a complaint regarding a group of students from Walton High School who received a message via a social media app, which contained threats to bomb the Walton School and cause harm to other students. Deputies responded to Walton and interviewed multiple students and it was determined that the threat was made after school hours and that an 18 year-old student of Walton High School did make threats to “bomb” the Walton High School. The juvenile was charged with Making a Terroristic Threat and was held at the Delaware County Correctional Facility for arraignment.
Commerce Chenango announced that 3 local museums are participating in the "MUSEUMS & MORE" event tomorrow. A variety of activities are scheduled tomorrow at the Bullthistle Model Railroad Museum, The Northeast Classic Car Museum & the Chenango County Historical Society, all in Norwich. More information is available at commercechenango.com.
The Jericho Arts Council will have another concert at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater Saturday evening, coupled with another show in the Gallery, according to spokesman Phil Wade:
(PHIL WADE 10-6-23)
Wade said that Reservation for tickets can be obtained by calling 607-288-3882, or just prior to the show at 7:00 PM Saturday night.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-6-23
The Broome County District Attorney's Office announced that a plea deal was given to 35-year-old Bradley Law of Harpursville. Law admitted to operating the vehicle in a hit & run Crash that killed 13 year old Brennan Loveless as he was riding hid Bicycle along Route 7 near his home in Sanitaria Springs back on New Year’s Day. Law was sentenced to 1 1/3rd to 4 years in prison for leaving the scene of a fatal accident and a weapons charge.
State Police reported that 16 year old Emily Clapper was located in good health in the city of Oneonta by Oneonta Police. Clapper was reported missing on October 2nd.
The Chenango Arts Council will present the Norwich Theater Company this weekend, with a Neil Simon Classic, according to spokesperson Mary Beth Miller:
(Mary Beth Miller 10-6-23)
Tickets can be purchased for any of the performances at chenangoartscouncil.thundertix.com.
The Matthews Auto Group announced their 5th Annual Matthews Walk-A-Thon to benefit 10 children's charities in Binghamton, Syracuse, Norwich, & other locations this Saturday, October 7th from 7:30AM to 6:30PM, Spokesperson Kathy Breno told WCDO about the Norwich walk a thon:
(Kathy Breno 10-3-23)
The Norwich & Vestal Walk-a-thon will be the only in-person events, the rest will be virtual, the Chenango County Child Advocacy Center in Norwich is one of the charities that will benefit from this effort. Walkers should register in advance with estimated miles to be walked at MatthewsWalkathon.Com or at Weiler Park on the day of the event. Matthews will distribute up to $150,000 to the charities based on the miles walked and the percentage of votes each charity receives during registration.
The Chenango County Department of Health is hosting a drive through Flu Shot Clinic Saturday from 9:00 to 11:00 AM, at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich. Pre-registration is required at apps2.health.ny.gov or by calling 607-337-1660.
An American Red Cross will hold a Blood Drive at the Otego Fire house today from 12:30 to 5:30 P.M. Appointments can be made at downloading the the Red Cross Blood Donor App, by calling 1-800 RED CROSS or at redcrossblood.org.
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WCDO News — Friday 7-14-23
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 7-13-23
Severe weather is heading east this afternoon from the western Counties, local meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO news what the weather models are showing for the Southern Tier:
(Townsend 7-13-23)
We will have our latest forecast following this news cast.
Sidney Police Department arrested 33 year old Jesse Terry of Unadilla Wednesday, for criminal possession of stolen property, unlawful fleeing a police officer, aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, driving while under the influence of drugs & resisting arrest amon other charges. Sidney Police received an alert about a stolen vehicle out of Oneonta, the vehicle was observed at a car wash, with State Police assisting the traffic stop, Terry did not comply and rammed the Sidney Police car, police pursued along West Main Street, the pursuit ended at the Circle Drive Apartments, where Terry hit 1 of the apartment buildings with the vehicle, he fled into an apartment building and was taken into custody, he was treated at the hospital & was later arraigned in the Village of Sidney Court & was remanded to the Delaware County Jail. More charges are pending.
Delaware County District Attorney's Office announced that 41 year old Darren Moscato of Delhi, was arraigned on a sealed indictment in Delaware County Court Monday. The indictment was unsealed, Count One accused Moscato of attempting to endanger the welfare of a child, the other counts accuse him of Attempted Disseminating of Indecent Material to Minors, Engaging in a sexually explicit conversation with a minor with the intention of enticing the child to engage in sexual activity, and for sending explicit pictures to the minor. Moscato was released to the supervision of the Delaware County Probation Department, pending a conference on July 24th.
The Otsego County Fair is scheduled for August 1st through the 6th this year at the fairgrounds in Morris, Fair spokesperson Lisa Jackson told WCDO news about the schedule of activities:
(Lisa Jackson 7-13-23)
More information is available at otsegocountyfair.org.
Delaware County District Attorney's office announced that 58 year old Mark Seeley of Walton, was sentenced to 2 years in the County Jail for Aggravated Harassment and Criminal Contempt. On September 11, 2022, Seeley, threatened several individuals, the Court issued orders of protection for the victims, Seeley violated the orders of protection multiple times. On May 8th, Seeley agreed to a plea deal in County Court, but on May 31st, State Police were contacted by the victims who had discovered that Seeley posted about the victims on social media. Due to the numerous violations the District Attorney’s Office voided the plea & Seeley was sent to jail.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 7-13-23
State Police and other law enforcement agencies continue to search the State Route 79 area and continue to maintain a presence searching for a man that may be a threat to himself and others in Chenango Forks. State Police said that the man may be armed, residents from Route 369 to Richards Road were advised to stay inside, keep their doors and vehicles locked. State Route 79 has been re-opened to traffic. The suspect is described as a white male, with dark hair, approximately 6 foot 1 inches tall and 275 pounds, last seen wearing a black shirt, light-colored pants or shorts and may be wearing glasses. Anyone with information should call 911, & should not approach the suspect..
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 51 year old Stacy Coss of Andes for driving while ability is impaired by the use of drugs, and aggravated unlicensed operator. On July 7th, Deputies stopped a motor vehicle in the Town of Andes being operated by Coss, her driving privileges were revoked from a prior DWI and she was operating a motor vehicle in an impaired state. Coss was released on appearance tickets and directed to appear at the Town of Andes court at a later date.
Today is Day 3 of the Delaware County IRT at the Walton High School, Delaware County Director of Planning & Watershed Affairs Shelly Johnson Bennett said that Tuesday was successful, Wednesday was slower & in the coming days there will be plenty of opportunities for people to get free medical, vision, veterinary & dental services:
(Shelly Johnson Bennett 7-12--23)
Johnson Bennett said that today's hours are 8:00 to 4:00, Saturday will be expanded to 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Spaying & Neutering of pets requires pre-registration at 607-832-5444, all other services are free and available in a timely fashion.
Assemblyman Joseph Angelino will unveil the signage for the newly named 1st Lieutenant Stephen Doane Bridge spanning the West Branch of the Delaware River in Walton, Doane's actions saved the lives of his fellow soldiers at the cost of his own life. The unveiling will be at the Walton Veterans Plaza at 171 Delaware Street in Walton on Thursday, July 13th, at 11:00 am.
2 American Red Cross Blood Drives will be held today, 1 in Cooperstown from 12:30 to 6:30 PM at Bassett Hall, another in Laurens from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Laurens Fire Department. To make an appointment, simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS
Congressman Marc Molinaro's constituent service team will hold mobile office hours from 11am to 1pm today at the village of New Berlin Offices. During this event, constituents will be able to connect with representatives from Rep. Molinaro's office to share comments and resolve issues they are having with federal agencies like the VA, IRS, and Social Security Administration.
Severe weather is heading east this afternoon from the western Counties, local meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO news what the weather models are showing for the Southern Tier:
(Townsend 7-13-23)
We will have our latest forecast following this news cast.
Sidney Police Department arrested 33 year old Jesse Terry of Unadilla Wednesday, for criminal possession of stolen property, unlawful fleeing a police officer, aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, driving while under the influence of drugs & resisting arrest amon other charges. Sidney Police received an alert about a stolen vehicle out of Oneonta, the vehicle was observed at a car wash, with State Police assisting the traffic stop, Terry did not comply and rammed the Sidney Police car, police pursued along West Main Street, the pursuit ended at the Circle Drive Apartments, where Terry hit 1 of the apartment buildings with the vehicle, he fled into an apartment building and was taken into custody, he was treated at the hospital & was later arraigned in the Village of Sidney Court & was remanded to the Delaware County Jail. More charges are pending.
Delaware County District Attorney's Office announced that 41 year old Darren Moscato of Delhi, was arraigned on a sealed indictment in Delaware County Court Monday. The indictment was unsealed, Count One accused Moscato of attempting to endanger the welfare of a child, the other counts accuse him of Attempted Disseminating of Indecent Material to Minors, Engaging in a sexually explicit conversation with a minor with the intention of enticing the child to engage in sexual activity, and for sending explicit pictures to the minor. Moscato was released to the supervision of the Delaware County Probation Department, pending a conference on July 24th.
The Otsego County Fair is scheduled for August 1st through the 6th this year at the fairgrounds in Morris, Fair spokesperson Lisa Jackson told WCDO news about the schedule of activities:
(Lisa Jackson 7-13-23)
More information is available at otsegocountyfair.org.
Delaware County District Attorney's office announced that 58 year old Mark Seeley of Walton, was sentenced to 2 years in the County Jail for Aggravated Harassment and Criminal Contempt. On September 11, 2022, Seeley, threatened several individuals, the Court issued orders of protection for the victims, Seeley violated the orders of protection multiple times. On May 8th, Seeley agreed to a plea deal in County Court, but on May 31st, State Police were contacted by the victims who had discovered that Seeley posted about the victims on social media. Due to the numerous violations the District Attorney’s Office voided the plea & Seeley was sent to jail.
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 7-13-23
State Police and other law enforcement agencies continue to search the State Route 79 area and continue to maintain a presence searching for a man that may be a threat to himself and others in Chenango Forks. State Police said that the man may be armed, residents from Route 369 to Richards Road were advised to stay inside, keep their doors and vehicles locked. State Route 79 has been re-opened to traffic. The suspect is described as a white male, with dark hair, approximately 6 foot 1 inches tall and 275 pounds, last seen wearing a black shirt, light-colored pants or shorts and may be wearing glasses. Anyone with information should call 911, & should not approach the suspect..
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 51 year old Stacy Coss of Andes for driving while ability is impaired by the use of drugs, and aggravated unlicensed operator. On July 7th, Deputies stopped a motor vehicle in the Town of Andes being operated by Coss, her driving privileges were revoked from a prior DWI and she was operating a motor vehicle in an impaired state. Coss was released on appearance tickets and directed to appear at the Town of Andes court at a later date.
Today is Day 3 of the Delaware County IRT at the Walton High School, Delaware County Director of Planning & Watershed Affairs Shelly Johnson Bennett said that Tuesday was successful, Wednesday was slower & in the coming days there will be plenty of opportunities for people to get free medical, vision, veterinary & dental services:
(Shelly Johnson Bennett 7-12--23)
Johnson Bennett said that today's hours are 8:00 to 4:00, Saturday will be expanded to 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Spaying & Neutering of pets requires pre-registration at 607-832-5444, all other services are free and available in a timely fashion.
Assemblyman Joseph Angelino will unveil the signage for the newly named 1st Lieutenant Stephen Doane Bridge spanning the West Branch of the Delaware River in Walton, Doane's actions saved the lives of his fellow soldiers at the cost of his own life. The unveiling will be at the Walton Veterans Plaza at 171 Delaware Street in Walton on Thursday, July 13th, at 11:00 am.
2 American Red Cross Blood Drives will be held today, 1 in Cooperstown from 12:30 to 6:30 PM at Bassett Hall, another in Laurens from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Laurens Fire Department. To make an appointment, simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS
Congressman Marc Molinaro's constituent service team will hold mobile office hours from 11am to 1pm today at the village of New Berlin Offices. During this event, constituents will be able to connect with representatives from Rep. Molinaro's office to share comments and resolve issues they are having with federal agencies like the VA, IRS, and Social Security Administration.
AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVESASSEMBLYMAN JOE ANGELINOBASSETT HALLCHENANGO FORKSCONGRESSMAN MARC MOLINAROCooperstownDARREN MOSCATODelhiHEALTHY DELAWAREJESSE TERRYLAURENS FIRE DEPARTMENTLieutenant Stephen DoaneLISA JACKSONMARK SEELEYMorrisNew BerlinNew YorkNYONEONTA POLICEOTSEGO COUNTY FAIRRich TownsendSHIRLEY JOHNSON BENNETTSIDNEY POLICEUNADILLAWaltonWALTON HIGH SCHOOLWCDO
WCDO News — Wednesday 12-14-22
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-14-22
The Winter Storm Watch is in effect Thursday Afternoon through Saturday Morning, local Meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO News what the latest computer models are showing for this storm:
Rich Townsend (12-14-22)
WCDO will continue to monitor this storm as it approaches and will relay any cancellations or postponements as they are announced.
State Police arrested 45 year old James Galarneau of Albany & 43 year old Megan Laprade of Massena, for multiple counts of Petty Larceny, Conspiracy, Criminal Possession of Stolen Property and Scheming to Defraud. The arrests follow the investigations into separate shoplifting complaints from businesses throughout the Capital Region and in Delaware County. The investigation determined Galarneau and Laprade worked together to steal items from businesses over 20 times beginning in June, both were arrested in Rotterdam and transported to 3 State Police troops for processing, they were issued appearance tickets returnable to the Courts on a later date and released.
Voters in the Morris Central School district approved of the $14.5 Million Dollar Project Tuesday, by a vote of 105 to 53. The project will be paid for through State Aid & A capital reserve fund, a big piece of the project calls for the replacement of the bus garage, which has been in service for 71 years. Construction is expected to begin next year.
The Broome County District Attorney's Office announced that 32 year old Frank Criscitello of Binghamton was sentenced to 3 years in State prison after pleading guilty in Broome County Court to Attempted Burglary. Back on March 9th, Criscitello broke into a Binghamton residence and stole money and jewelry, Binghamton Police tracked down the stolen jewelry to Criscitello and he was arrested.
Gene Schmidt announced that he & his family will again host a free Christmas Dinner on Christmas Day at the Sidney Fire Station on River Street from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM:
(Gene Schmidt 12-14-22)
Schmidt said that this is the 10th year that he & his family have hosted this event, with the contributions from many area businesses & organizations.
Sidney Native Nancy Sue Burns passed away at the age of 85 on December 8th, Nancy Sue worked at the former Tri-Town News starting in 1975 & worked there for 43 years, rising to "Editor" of the weekly newspaper. A celebration of life for Nancy Sue will be held at a later date. In memory of Nancy Sue, donations can be made to the Chenango County Hospice in Norwich, more information is available at the CH Landers Funeral Chapel website.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 12-14-22
State Police at Norwich arrested 62 year old Thomas Brick of Chenango Forks, on 2 counts of Grand Larceny, Troopers were contacted by a victim who had made an agreement with Brick to complete home renovations but no work had been completed. The contract was made in May and the victim paid Brick $18-thousand but called the State Police after several months of no work. Brick was arrested and processed at SP Norwich. He was arraigned and scheduled for his next court date in the Greene Village Court on January 5.
The State Health Department reported the COVID 19 continues to be a concern, along with influenza variants this winter. Over 65,000 tests were conducted State Wide from Saturday through Monday, with over 4500 positive tests, or 5.3%, Patient hospitalizations are over 3500, with almost 1300 in an ICU bed & 138 on ventilators, there were 98 deaths reported over the 3 day [period.
The Unadilla Valley Central School District is proposing a capital project totaling $17.8 million, with voting scheduled for today. The renovations and improvements would be funded through state aid and an allocation from the district’s reserve funds, with no affect on taxpayers. Voting will be from 12:00 Noon to 8:00 PM in the Storm Alley.
The Winter Storm Watch is in effect Thursday Afternoon through Saturday Morning, local Meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO News what the latest computer models are showing for this storm:
Rich Townsend (12-14-22)
WCDO will continue to monitor this storm as it approaches and will relay any cancellations or postponements as they are announced.
State Police arrested 45 year old James Galarneau of Albany & 43 year old Megan Laprade of Massena, for multiple counts of Petty Larceny, Conspiracy, Criminal Possession of Stolen Property and Scheming to Defraud. The arrests follow the investigations into separate shoplifting complaints from businesses throughout the Capital Region and in Delaware County. The investigation determined Galarneau and Laprade worked together to steal items from businesses over 20 times beginning in June, both were arrested in Rotterdam and transported to 3 State Police troops for processing, they were issued appearance tickets returnable to the Courts on a later date and released.
Voters in the Morris Central School district approved of the $14.5 Million Dollar Project Tuesday, by a vote of 105 to 53. The project will be paid for through State Aid & A capital reserve fund, a big piece of the project calls for the replacement of the bus garage, which has been in service for 71 years. Construction is expected to begin next year.
The Broome County District Attorney's Office announced that 32 year old Frank Criscitello of Binghamton was sentenced to 3 years in State prison after pleading guilty in Broome County Court to Attempted Burglary. Back on March 9th, Criscitello broke into a Binghamton residence and stole money and jewelry, Binghamton Police tracked down the stolen jewelry to Criscitello and he was arrested.
Gene Schmidt announced that he & his family will again host a free Christmas Dinner on Christmas Day at the Sidney Fire Station on River Street from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM:
(Gene Schmidt 12-14-22)
Schmidt said that this is the 10th year that he & his family have hosted this event, with the contributions from many area businesses & organizations.
Sidney Native Nancy Sue Burns passed away at the age of 85 on December 8th, Nancy Sue worked at the former Tri-Town News starting in 1975 & worked there for 43 years, rising to "Editor" of the weekly newspaper. A celebration of life for Nancy Sue will be held at a later date. In memory of Nancy Sue, donations can be made to the Chenango County Hospice in Norwich, more information is available at the CH Landers Funeral Chapel website.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 12-14-22
State Police at Norwich arrested 62 year old Thomas Brick of Chenango Forks, on 2 counts of Grand Larceny, Troopers were contacted by a victim who had made an agreement with Brick to complete home renovations but no work had been completed. The contract was made in May and the victim paid Brick $18-thousand but called the State Police after several months of no work. Brick was arrested and processed at SP Norwich. He was arraigned and scheduled for his next court date in the Greene Village Court on January 5.
The State Health Department reported the COVID 19 continues to be a concern, along with influenza variants this winter. Over 65,000 tests were conducted State Wide from Saturday through Monday, with over 4500 positive tests, or 5.3%, Patient hospitalizations are over 3500, with almost 1300 in an ICU bed & 138 on ventilators, there were 98 deaths reported over the 3 day [period.
The Unadilla Valley Central School District is proposing a capital project totaling $17.8 million, with voting scheduled for today. The renovations and improvements would be funded through state aid and an allocation from the district’s reserve funds, with no affect on taxpayers. Voting will be from 12:00 Noon to 8:00 PM in the Storm Alley.
ALBANYBinghamtonBROOME COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY MICHAEL KORCHAKC.H. LANDERS FUNERAL CHAPELCHENANGO FORKSFRANK CRISCITELLOGENE SCHMIDTJAMES GALARNEAUMASSENAMEGAN LAPRADEMORRIS CENTRAL SCHOOLNANCY SUE BURNSNew YorkNYRich TownsendSidneySIDNEY FIRE STATIONState Health DepartmentTHOMAS BRICKTRI-TOWN NEWSUNADILLA VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICTWCDO
WCDO News — Wednesday 12-14-22
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 12-13-22
A Winter Storm is expected to reach the Southern Tier later this week, local meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO News what the computer models are showing:
(Rich Townsend 12-13-22)
WCDO will have further updates as we get closer to the storm.
State Police arrested 26 year old Peter Tarallo of Sidney for 2nd degree Assault, after Troopers were dispatched to a report of an assault at an apartment on State Highway 8 in the town of Unadilla. The troopers discovered that a victim was struck with a sauce pan over the head several times, leading to an injury. The victim was transported to Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich for further evaluation. Tarallo was located with the assistance of village of Sidney Police, he was transported to the State Police headquarters in Sidney and processed & was transported to the Otsego County Jail for Centralized Arraignment and Processing.
The Broome County Sheriff's Department arrested 2 area men for several counts of Criminal possession of a weapon, after they posted a Facebook live stream Monday. 42 year old Nicholas Skiba of Johnson City and 23 year old Keith Hall of Chenango Forks were arrested, a handgun was seen in the live stream and Skiba was wearing Ballistic Body Armor, The Whitney Point & Chenango Forks schools were on lock out, along with Wilson Medical Center and Binghamton General Hospital. Sheriff's Deputies obtained a search Warrant for Skiba's cell Phone & Facebook page, they discovered the location of the 2 men at a residence on State Route 12 In Chenango Forks, they were taken into custody, Deputies seized 5 handguns, 4 rifles 3 shotguns 2 black powder pistols and large capacity magazines, the investigation is ongoing.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 12-13-22
The Morris Central School District residents will be voting on a Building project Today, Superintendent Jamie Maistros told WCDO News about the project:
(Jamie Maistros 12-13-22)
Voting will be today from 12:00 noon to 8:00 PM in the main lobby. Maistros said that the project would be paid from through 86% state aid and a capital reserve fund.
A New Year in Albany could lead to the State Legislature changing laws regarding parole and what terms that judges can sentence convicts to, Assemblyman Joe Angelino explains:
(Joe Angelino 12-9-22)
Angelino is one of the few Albany lawmakers who actually have had a career in law enforcement, he currently serves part time for the Sherburne Police Department.
A Winter Storm is expected to reach the Southern Tier later this week, local meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO News what the computer models are showing:
(Rich Townsend 12-13-22)
WCDO will have further updates as we get closer to the storm.
State Police arrested 26 year old Peter Tarallo of Sidney for 2nd degree Assault, after Troopers were dispatched to a report of an assault at an apartment on State Highway 8 in the town of Unadilla. The troopers discovered that a victim was struck with a sauce pan over the head several times, leading to an injury. The victim was transported to Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich for further evaluation. Tarallo was located with the assistance of village of Sidney Police, he was transported to the State Police headquarters in Sidney and processed & was transported to the Otsego County Jail for Centralized Arraignment and Processing.
The Broome County Sheriff's Department arrested 2 area men for several counts of Criminal possession of a weapon, after they posted a Facebook live stream Monday. 42 year old Nicholas Skiba of Johnson City and 23 year old Keith Hall of Chenango Forks were arrested, a handgun was seen in the live stream and Skiba was wearing Ballistic Body Armor, The Whitney Point & Chenango Forks schools were on lock out, along with Wilson Medical Center and Binghamton General Hospital. Sheriff's Deputies obtained a search Warrant for Skiba's cell Phone & Facebook page, they discovered the location of the 2 men at a residence on State Route 12 In Chenango Forks, they were taken into custody, Deputies seized 5 handguns, 4 rifles 3 shotguns 2 black powder pistols and large capacity magazines, the investigation is ongoing.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 12-13-22
The Morris Central School District residents will be voting on a Building project Today, Superintendent Jamie Maistros told WCDO News about the project:
(Jamie Maistros 12-13-22)
Voting will be today from 12:00 noon to 8:00 PM in the main lobby. Maistros said that the project would be paid from through 86% state aid and a capital reserve fund.
A New Year in Albany could lead to the State Legislature changing laws regarding parole and what terms that judges can sentence convicts to, Assemblyman Joe Angelino explains:
(Joe Angelino 12-9-22)
Angelino is one of the few Albany lawmakers who actually have had a career in law enforcement, he currently serves part time for the Sherburne Police Department.
WCDO News — Monday 8-8-22
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 8-8-22
The Delaware County Fair will get underway next week August 15th through the 20th, in Walton, Spokesman Jason Craig told WCDO News that the preparations are coming together quickly:
(Jason Craig 8-8-22)
The full schedule of events for the fair can be found at delawarecountyfair.org.
Sidney Area 1st Responders were dispatched to the report of a tractor trailer going into a ditch in the south bound lane of State Route 8 South of Sidney This Morning. Crews emptied the contents of the trailer for several hours, the vehicle was being removed from the site earlier this afternoon.
Fire Companies from Broome and Chenango Counties responded early this morning to a house fire at 101 Sapbush Road in the Town of Barker at about 3:30 AM. Fire Fighters from Chenango Forks, Whitney Point, Lisle, Greene, Smithville among others were called to the scene, occupants in nearby houses were evacuated, no injuries were reported, the cause of the fire is under investigation.
Police responded to the report of a Bomb Threat at the Heath Sciences Building on Corliss Avenue in Johnson City Friday. The threat is being investigated by the University Police Department & local law enforcement agencies & the FBI, the threat was deemed not credible & the building was opened again on Saturday. The investigation is continuing & no arrests have been announced.
The State Health Department reported on the latest COVID Statistics Friday, the Positivity rate was almost 8.5% with 6502 positive cases in more than 74,000 Tests. There were 2550 people hospitalized statewide with 224 patients in an ICU, with 81 on Ventilators, there were 20 more deaths reported in Hospitals & Nursing Homes, 73,028 have died from COVID since 2020.
Broome County DA's office announced that 42 year old Matthew Bowden of Deposit, pleaded guilty to felony Criminal Contempt. In 2021, Bowden Violated a court order of protection by harassing the protected party named in the order. He was sentenced to 1 to 3 years in New York State Prison.
State Police & Emergency crews responded to the report of a concrete truck rollover today on I-88 in the town of Unadilla. No tickets have been announced, more information will be released following the investigation.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 8-8-22
The Delaware County Department of Public Works will be closing County Route 16 in the Towns of Delhi and Franklin to through traffic beginning at 7:00 AM today, through this Thursday to replace several culvert pipes. The road will be reopened at the end of the day each day. The traveling public should seek alternate routes.
The Chenango County Fair will feature the Saturday Night Showdown, at 7:00 PM, Terry Potter of Millennia Entertainment explains:
(Terry Potter 8-8-22)
Potter Said that the Roping qualifiers Saturday afternoon is a free event, the finalists will qualify to compete in the Saturday Night Showdown, Tickets are available at The Fair Office, Norwich Copies on East Main Street Norwich or at brownpapertickets.com , more information call 607-334-9198
State Police announced that they removed 36 impaired drivers off the roadways in the month of July. Troop "C" encompasses seven counties including Broome, Chenango, Delaware, & Otsego counties.
The Delaware County Fair will get underway next week August 15th through the 20th, in Walton, Spokesman Jason Craig told WCDO News that the preparations are coming together quickly:
(Jason Craig 8-8-22)
The full schedule of events for the fair can be found at delawarecountyfair.org.
Sidney Area 1st Responders were dispatched to the report of a tractor trailer going into a ditch in the south bound lane of State Route 8 South of Sidney This Morning. Crews emptied the contents of the trailer for several hours, the vehicle was being removed from the site earlier this afternoon.
Fire Companies from Broome and Chenango Counties responded early this morning to a house fire at 101 Sapbush Road in the Town of Barker at about 3:30 AM. Fire Fighters from Chenango Forks, Whitney Point, Lisle, Greene, Smithville among others were called to the scene, occupants in nearby houses were evacuated, no injuries were reported, the cause of the fire is under investigation.
Police responded to the report of a Bomb Threat at the Heath Sciences Building on Corliss Avenue in Johnson City Friday. The threat is being investigated by the University Police Department & local law enforcement agencies & the FBI, the threat was deemed not credible & the building was opened again on Saturday. The investigation is continuing & no arrests have been announced.
The State Health Department reported on the latest COVID Statistics Friday, the Positivity rate was almost 8.5% with 6502 positive cases in more than 74,000 Tests. There were 2550 people hospitalized statewide with 224 patients in an ICU, with 81 on Ventilators, there were 20 more deaths reported in Hospitals & Nursing Homes, 73,028 have died from COVID since 2020.
Broome County DA's office announced that 42 year old Matthew Bowden of Deposit, pleaded guilty to felony Criminal Contempt. In 2021, Bowden Violated a court order of protection by harassing the protected party named in the order. He was sentenced to 1 to 3 years in New York State Prison.
State Police & Emergency crews responded to the report of a concrete truck rollover today on I-88 in the town of Unadilla. No tickets have been announced, more information will be released following the investigation.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 8-8-22
The Delaware County Department of Public Works will be closing County Route 16 in the Towns of Delhi and Franklin to through traffic beginning at 7:00 AM today, through this Thursday to replace several culvert pipes. The road will be reopened at the end of the day each day. The traveling public should seek alternate routes.
The Chenango County Fair will feature the Saturday Night Showdown, at 7:00 PM, Terry Potter of Millennia Entertainment explains:
(Terry Potter 8-8-22)
Potter Said that the Roping qualifiers Saturday afternoon is a free event, the finalists will qualify to compete in the Saturday Night Showdown, Tickets are available at The Fair Office, Norwich Copies on East Main Street Norwich or at brownpapertickets.com , more information call 607-334-9198
State Police announced that they removed 36 impaired drivers off the roadways in the month of July. Troop "C" encompasses seven counties including Broome, Chenango, Delaware, & Otsego counties.
WCDO News — Friday 6-28-19
High School Graduations get underway tonight for several
area schools. Windsor's Commencement
will begin at 6:30 PM, Afton, Franklin, Deposit, Laurens, Milford, Morris &
Charlotte Valley will hold theirs at 7:00 PM.
High School graduations continue into the weekend. Saturday morning at 10:00 AM, seniors from
Sidney, Greene, Delaware Academy, Harpursville & Norwich will have their
graduation ceremonies begin at 10:00 AM, Oneonta seniors commencement exercises
will begin at 10:45 AM, Oxford Academy at 11:00 AM & Bainbridge Guilford on
Saturday Night at 7:00 PM. On Sunday,
seniors from Edmeston will graduate beginning at 1:00 PM.
3 of the 4 Rochester Area suspects who were arrested earlier
this year for plotting to attack Islamberg in Delaware County pleaded guilty to
conspiracy 7 weapons charges today in Monroe County. Vincent Vetromile, Brian Colaneri &
Andrew Crysel all pleaded guilty for their roles in hatching the plot to kill residents
of the Muslims of America enclave in the town of Hancock. 16 year old Nicholas
Pheilshifter was also arrested in January, his case is pending.
Delaware County Sherriff’s Deputies arrested 29 year old
Christina Belcher of Masonville for Grand Larceny, Criminal Possession of a
Forged Instrument, Forgery & Making
a False Written Statement. Belcher is accused of forging the check of another
person without permission. Belcher was
arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Faculty on
$5,000 cash bail & will return to the Town of Delhi Court at a later date
for further court proceedings.
The Bainbridge Old Time Band will begin their annual series
of summer concerts today, Bainbridge Mayor Phil Wade explains:
(Phil Wade 6-28-19)
Concerts are also scheduled on July 19th, August 9th, &
August 29th.
This Sunday kicks off a new concert series in the village of
Afton with the Real Time Dixieland Band playing at the Afton Museum from 6 to
8pm! The Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Sunday Summer
Concert Series to take place in evenings, periodically from June 30th thru
September 8th. More information is
available regarding sponsorships at gaacoc.com, or 765-6507 or 242-8473
New York residents can fish for
free without a license in one of the 7,500 lakes and ponds or 70,000 miles of
rivers and streams across the state during this weekend. New York's Free Fishing Weekends help
encourage more people to get outdoors and enjoy the fishing opportunities
available; more information is available at dec.ny.gov/outdoor.
The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a
report of a missing person. Byron Furman was reported missing from his address
in the Town of Sidney at about 10:30am on June 27th. If located, please contact
the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office at 832-5555
State Police arrested a Mount Upton twice in a 30 hour
period on June 22nd & 23rd. 42 year
old Karlton Tompkins was charged on June 22nd, after he made a U-Turn to avoid
a Police DWI Road Check on State Route 7 in Unadilla, he was apprehended along
with 41 year old Jason Lowe & 25 year old Erica Marble of Sidney on drug
charges, On June 23rd, Tompkins tried
to flee a trooper in his vehicle, which he crashed on Loomis Road in the town
of Afton, he fled on foot, followed by 2 troopers & a police Dog, a scuffle
ensued with 1 trooper injured and Tompkins bitten by the Police dog. Tompkins was charged with Reckless
Endangerment, Reckless Driving, Driving While Ability Impaired, Resisting Arrest
and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Tompkins was treated at Tri Town Hospital in
Sidney; he was arraigned & was sent to the Chenango County Jail on Cash
Bail pending court action.
Chenango County Sheriff deputies arrested a Virginia
resident on a Fugitive from Justice Warrant.
Sheriff’s Detectives and Deputies located and arrested Randolph Browning
Jr. following a complaint being filed with the Sheriff’s Office. Browning was
found to have an active warrant in the State of Virginia for Embezzlement; he
was arraigned in the Town of Norwich Court remanded to the Chenango County
Correctional Facility without bail.
State Police are investigating the death of a kayaker in
Chenango Forks. State Police at
Binghamton were dispatched to the Chenango River at approximately 6:03 p.m.;
the body of a male kayaker was located shortly thereafter. The kayaker was with a group of people and
his kayak capsized. The cause of death
is undetermined at this time and the name is being withheld pending family
notification. More details will be
released later today.
area schools. Windsor's Commencement
will begin at 6:30 PM, Afton, Franklin, Deposit, Laurens, Milford, Morris &
Charlotte Valley will hold theirs at 7:00 PM.
High School graduations continue into the weekend. Saturday morning at 10:00 AM, seniors from
Sidney, Greene, Delaware Academy, Harpursville & Norwich will have their
graduation ceremonies begin at 10:00 AM, Oneonta seniors commencement exercises
will begin at 10:45 AM, Oxford Academy at 11:00 AM & Bainbridge Guilford on
Saturday Night at 7:00 PM. On Sunday,
seniors from Edmeston will graduate beginning at 1:00 PM.
3 of the 4 Rochester Area suspects who were arrested earlier
this year for plotting to attack Islamberg in Delaware County pleaded guilty to
conspiracy 7 weapons charges today in Monroe County. Vincent Vetromile, Brian Colaneri &
Andrew Crysel all pleaded guilty for their roles in hatching the plot to kill residents
of the Muslims of America enclave in the town of Hancock. 16 year old Nicholas
Pheilshifter was also arrested in January, his case is pending.
Delaware County Sherriff’s Deputies arrested 29 year old
Christina Belcher of Masonville for Grand Larceny, Criminal Possession of a
Forged Instrument, Forgery & Making
a False Written Statement. Belcher is accused of forging the check of another
person without permission. Belcher was
arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Faculty on
$5,000 cash bail & will return to the Town of Delhi Court at a later date
for further court proceedings.
The Bainbridge Old Time Band will begin their annual series
of summer concerts today, Bainbridge Mayor Phil Wade explains:
(Phil Wade 6-28-19)
Concerts are also scheduled on July 19th, August 9th, &
August 29th.
This Sunday kicks off a new concert series in the village of
Afton with the Real Time Dixieland Band playing at the Afton Museum from 6 to
8pm! The Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Sunday Summer
Concert Series to take place in evenings, periodically from June 30th thru
September 8th. More information is
available regarding sponsorships at gaacoc.com, or 765-6507 or 242-8473
New York residents can fish for
free without a license in one of the 7,500 lakes and ponds or 70,000 miles of
rivers and streams across the state during this weekend. New York's Free Fishing Weekends help
encourage more people to get outdoors and enjoy the fishing opportunities
available; more information is available at dec.ny.gov/outdoor.
The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a
report of a missing person. Byron Furman was reported missing from his address
in the Town of Sidney at about 10:30am on June 27th. If located, please contact
the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office at 832-5555
State Police arrested a Mount Upton twice in a 30 hour
period on June 22nd & 23rd. 42 year
old Karlton Tompkins was charged on June 22nd, after he made a U-Turn to avoid
a Police DWI Road Check on State Route 7 in Unadilla, he was apprehended along
with 41 year old Jason Lowe & 25 year old Erica Marble of Sidney on drug
charges, On June 23rd, Tompkins tried
to flee a trooper in his vehicle, which he crashed on Loomis Road in the town
of Afton, he fled on foot, followed by 2 troopers & a police Dog, a scuffle
ensued with 1 trooper injured and Tompkins bitten by the Police dog. Tompkins was charged with Reckless
Endangerment, Reckless Driving, Driving While Ability Impaired, Resisting Arrest
and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Tompkins was treated at Tri Town Hospital in
Sidney; he was arraigned & was sent to the Chenango County Jail on Cash
Bail pending court action.
Chenango County Sheriff deputies arrested a Virginia
resident on a Fugitive from Justice Warrant.
Sheriff’s Detectives and Deputies located and arrested Randolph Browning
Jr. following a complaint being filed with the Sheriff’s Office. Browning was
found to have an active warrant in the State of Virginia for Embezzlement; he
was arraigned in the Town of Norwich Court remanded to the Chenango County
Correctional Facility without bail.
State Police are investigating the death of a kayaker in
Chenango Forks. State Police at
Binghamton were dispatched to the Chenango River at approximately 6:03 p.m.;
the body of a male kayaker was located shortly thereafter. The kayaker was with a group of people and
his kayak capsized. The cause of death
is undetermined at this time and the name is being withheld pending family
notification. More details will be
released later today.
WCDO News — Friday 4-21-17
State Police arrested 27 year old Jayson Vanvalkenburg of Mount Upton for Criminal Obstruction of Breathing, Menacing and 2 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Troopers responded to a dispute in the Town of Guilford, Vanvalkenburg allegedly choked the victim in front of 2 children, he was arraigned in the Town of Guilford Court and was remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $2000 cash bail, pending court action on April 25th.
State Police arrested 36 year old Justin Shaul of Cooperstown, for DWI with a B.A.C. result of .16% along with other traffic violations. Troopers responded to a report of a vehicle off the roadway on East Street in the Town of Oneonta, Shaul was still with the vehicle. Shaul was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Oneonta Court on May 16th.
State Senator Fred Akshar will host 3 "Face Time With Fred" Town Hall meetings this weekend, in Guilford, Fenton, and Owego.
(Fred Akshar 4-21-17)
The first 2 meetings will be held Saturday, from 10:00am to 11:30am at the Guilford Town Hall, & from 1:00pm to 2:30pm at the Fenton Town Hall & on Sunday from 3:00pm to 4:30pm at the Owego Kitchen Restaurant.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will honor the Village of Sidney as their winner of the “BUSINESS ADVOCATE OF YEAR” award. Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:
(Ray Pucci 4-21-17)
The annual Delaware County Chamber dinner will be held on May 17th at 5:30 PM at the Castle on the Delaware in Walton. Tickets can be purchased through Delawarecounty.org or by calling 746-2281.
The Jericho Arts Council will bring back the Feinberg Brothers Bluegrass act to Bainbridge Saturday night, council spokesman Phillip wade comments:
(Phil Wade 4-21-17)
More information about this & future shows can be accessed at jerichoarts.org.
The 13th Annual Earth Festival will be held Saturday at Milford Central School from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Items that can be collected at the event include Styrofoam, empty inkjet cartridges, cell phones and other small electronics, tennis balls, wood pellet bags, and used monofilament fishing line, and natural cork from wine bottles.
The "Battling the C's" Tri Town Relay for Life Team will hold a Quarters Auction Fundraiser at the Sidney American Legion today. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. for viewing items and event starts at 6:30.
State Police at Norwich arrested 56-year-old Thomas Brick of Chenango Forks, for the felony Grand Larceny and Petty Larceny. The investigation determined that in March 2016, Brick had entered into an agreement to do repair work on a residential trailer and was given a down payment of $8,000. At no time did he start the work or return the down payment to the victim. Brick was being held at the Gowanda Correctional Facility on an unrelated charge, was transported to the Chenango County Court for his arraignment. He was then transported back to that state prison. Brick’s next court date in Chenango County is pending.
Governor Cuomo announced the submission of 154 vetoes, which includes 13 reappropriations for items that had previously been fully paid out. 75 items are more than seven years old and no state funding has been disbursed over that time, 58 appropriations pertained to functions already funded, 8 appropriations were vetoed on constitutional grounds such as that the purpose of the reappropriation was changed.
A Panel Discussion regarding Climate Change & the public perception will be held today in the Science Building at the State University Campus in Oneonta. Matt Beitscher will be leading Friday's Panel Discussion:
(Matt Beitscher 4-21-17)
The discussion will run from 4:00 to 6:00 PM Friday, Questions may be submitted, or more information may be obtained at metclass392@gmail.com.
There will be a public meeting on Sunday for Afton Village Residents to discuss the Strategic plan & local Waterfront revitalization grant that the village has received. Representatives from GeoEco Design will answer questions Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at the Bolster Community Center on Main Street.
The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce will hold their Chamber Dinner this Sunday, honoring the Unadilla Drive In as the Business of the Year and Dave Welch for the Commitment to Community Award. The dinner will be held at Unadilla Methodist Church starting at 4:30 PM.
The State DEC's annual youth turkey hunting weekend is scheduled for this weekend for junior hunters ages 12-15. The DEC encourages experienced hunters to take out novice hunters this spring; more information is available at dec.ny.gov.
The Guilford Town Board will hold a special meeting Saturday at 12:00 Noon at the Town Hall on Marble road. The board will review website proposals at that meeting, which is open to the public.
The Oneonta Family YMCA is hosting the 2017 YMCA Gymnastics States Championships April 22nd and 23rd. The State Gymnastics Championships are being held at the Alumni Field House on the SUNY Oneonta campus. Over 225 gymnasts from across New York State will come compete beginning at 9:00 am Saturday April 22nd. More information is available at 432-0010.
State Police arrested 36 year old Justin Shaul of Cooperstown, for DWI with a B.A.C. result of .16% along with other traffic violations. Troopers responded to a report of a vehicle off the roadway on East Street in the Town of Oneonta, Shaul was still with the vehicle. Shaul was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Oneonta Court on May 16th.
State Senator Fred Akshar will host 3 "Face Time With Fred" Town Hall meetings this weekend, in Guilford, Fenton, and Owego.
(Fred Akshar 4-21-17)
The first 2 meetings will be held Saturday, from 10:00am to 11:30am at the Guilford Town Hall, & from 1:00pm to 2:30pm at the Fenton Town Hall & on Sunday from 3:00pm to 4:30pm at the Owego Kitchen Restaurant.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will honor the Village of Sidney as their winner of the “BUSINESS ADVOCATE OF YEAR” award. Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:
(Ray Pucci 4-21-17)
The annual Delaware County Chamber dinner will be held on May 17th at 5:30 PM at the Castle on the Delaware in Walton. Tickets can be purchased through Delawarecounty.org or by calling 746-2281.
The Jericho Arts Council will bring back the Feinberg Brothers Bluegrass act to Bainbridge Saturday night, council spokesman Phillip wade comments:
(Phil Wade 4-21-17)
More information about this & future shows can be accessed at jerichoarts.org.
The 13th Annual Earth Festival will be held Saturday at Milford Central School from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Items that can be collected at the event include Styrofoam, empty inkjet cartridges, cell phones and other small electronics, tennis balls, wood pellet bags, and used monofilament fishing line, and natural cork from wine bottles.
The "Battling the C's" Tri Town Relay for Life Team will hold a Quarters Auction Fundraiser at the Sidney American Legion today. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. for viewing items and event starts at 6:30.
State Police at Norwich arrested 56-year-old Thomas Brick of Chenango Forks, for the felony Grand Larceny and Petty Larceny. The investigation determined that in March 2016, Brick had entered into an agreement to do repair work on a residential trailer and was given a down payment of $8,000. At no time did he start the work or return the down payment to the victim. Brick was being held at the Gowanda Correctional Facility on an unrelated charge, was transported to the Chenango County Court for his arraignment. He was then transported back to that state prison. Brick’s next court date in Chenango County is pending.
Governor Cuomo announced the submission of 154 vetoes, which includes 13 reappropriations for items that had previously been fully paid out. 75 items are more than seven years old and no state funding has been disbursed over that time, 58 appropriations pertained to functions already funded, 8 appropriations were vetoed on constitutional grounds such as that the purpose of the reappropriation was changed.
A Panel Discussion regarding Climate Change & the public perception will be held today in the Science Building at the State University Campus in Oneonta. Matt Beitscher will be leading Friday's Panel Discussion:
(Matt Beitscher 4-21-17)
The discussion will run from 4:00 to 6:00 PM Friday, Questions may be submitted, or more information may be obtained at metclass392@gmail.com.
There will be a public meeting on Sunday for Afton Village Residents to discuss the Strategic plan & local Waterfront revitalization grant that the village has received. Representatives from GeoEco Design will answer questions Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at the Bolster Community Center on Main Street.
The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce will hold their Chamber Dinner this Sunday, honoring the Unadilla Drive In as the Business of the Year and Dave Welch for the Commitment to Community Award. The dinner will be held at Unadilla Methodist Church starting at 4:30 PM.
The State DEC's annual youth turkey hunting weekend is scheduled for this weekend for junior hunters ages 12-15. The DEC encourages experienced hunters to take out novice hunters this spring; more information is available at dec.ny.gov.
The Guilford Town Board will hold a special meeting Saturday at 12:00 Noon at the Town Hall on Marble road. The board will review website proposals at that meeting, which is open to the public.
The Oneonta Family YMCA is hosting the 2017 YMCA Gymnastics States Championships April 22nd and 23rd. The State Gymnastics Championships are being held at the Alumni Field House on the SUNY Oneonta campus. Over 225 gymnasts from across New York State will come compete beginning at 9:00 am Saturday April 22nd. More information is available at 432-0010.
AftonBolster Community CenterCASTLE ON THE DELAWARECHENANGO FORKSCooperstownDAVE WELCHDelaware County Chamber of CommerceFentonGEOECO DESIGNGovernor CuomoGUILFORDGUILFORD TOWN HALLJAYSON VANVALKENBURGHJERICHO ARTS COUNCILJUSTIN SHAULMATT BEITSCHERMILFORD CENTRAL SCHOOLMOUNT UPTONNew YorkNorwichNYONEONTA YMCAOWEGOPHILLIP WADERAY PUCCISidneySIDNEY AMERICAN LEGIONSTATE DECSTATE SENATOR FRED AKSHARSUNY ONEONTATHOMAS BRICKTRI TOWN RELAY FOR LIFEUnadilla Chamber Of CommerceUNADILLA DRIVE INWaltonWCDO
WCDO News — Friday 10-14-16
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office responded to Palmatier Road in the Town Greene for a reported missing person Thursday. The Missing person is identified as 17 year old Angel Kocijanski-Pruitt, she is 5’11” tall and weighs 240 pounds with long curly brown hair and blue eyes, she was last seen getting into a small gold colored car, which headed south toward State Highway 79. Deputies reported that Angel did not appear to be distressed & she had her small black dog with her in the car. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office with any information at 334-2000.
Otsego county sheriff's deputies arrested 36-year-old Delphina Vance of Unadilla on a variety of drug charges, for allegedly possessing over 30 bags of heroin, plus marijuana & drug paraphernalia, and for driving with a suspended license. Vance was arraigned & was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $5,000 cash bail or $10,000 bong pending court action on Monday.
35-year-old Michael Fiocco of the town of Maine was sentenced to 20 years to life in Broome County Court yesterday for the killing of Shannon Laskaris. Fiocco was found guilty of 1st degree manslaughter for the December 2014 death of his girlfriend.
State Police charged 28 year old Adam Youngblood of Binghamton was issued traffic tickets for failing to stop for a school bus, driving on the shoulder and leaving the pavement to pass on the right illegally, when he passed Chenango Forks school bus October 6th. Youngblood turned himself in after seeing the video of his vehicle on TV & Social Media; 15-year-old Alex Menard narrowly missed being hit by the Youngblood vehicle while exiting the school bus on state route 369.
The DCMO BOCES & SUNY Oneonta secondary education will offer 6th & 7th grade boys a free career exploration opportunity called "It's A Guy Thing" at the Oneonta campus Saturday. Over 150 area boys are scheduled to attend the event starting at 8:30 tomorrow morning, the boys will get to meet with area leaders & mentors regarding career possibilities in the region. More information is available at dcoboces.com/learn.
37 year old Rasheen Sanders of Binghamton was found guilty Thursday after a trial in Broome County Court. Sanders was arrested in April in Binghamton by State Police, possessing about $12,000 worth of heroin for sale. Sanders was found guilty of 3 counts of 3rd degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, & tampering with physical evidence. He is expected to be sentenced on December 13th.
The New York State Public Service Commission announced that the price of natural gas and electricity this winter is expected to be lower than the 5-year historical average. A residential customer using 600 kWh per month is expected to pay about $41 per month, or about 14% less than the 5 year average, The average residential customer using 700 therms of natural gas can expect to pay about $693, or about 10% less than the 5-year historical average, The state’s major energy utilities expect to have adequate supplies on hand.
The Chenango Arts Council presents its first performance of the season, “Swinging with the Rat Pack” a recreation of the shows of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. Spokesperson Alecia O’Neill explains:
(O’Neill 10-14-16)
The Performance begins at 7:00 PM Saturday in the Martin W. Kappel Theater, 27 West Main Street, Norwich. Tickets or more information is available at 336-ARTS or ChenangoArts.org
On Saturday at 2:00 PM, the Delaware County Historical Association in Delhi sponsors a reading and book signing by local author Diane Galusha, Who is the author of the newly republished Liquid Assets: A History of New York City’s Water System. “Building the Delaware Tunnels,” will focus on the construction of the East and West Delaware Tunnels that carry water from the Pepacton and Cannonsville Reservoirs to the Rondout Reservoir in Ulster County. The expanded edition of Liquid Assets adds to this history water projects and watershed protection programs over the past 20 years. More information is available at 746-3849, or dcha-ny.org.
Otsego county sheriff's deputies arrested 36-year-old Delphina Vance of Unadilla on a variety of drug charges, for allegedly possessing over 30 bags of heroin, plus marijuana & drug paraphernalia, and for driving with a suspended license. Vance was arraigned & was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $5,000 cash bail or $10,000 bong pending court action on Monday.
35-year-old Michael Fiocco of the town of Maine was sentenced to 20 years to life in Broome County Court yesterday for the killing of Shannon Laskaris. Fiocco was found guilty of 1st degree manslaughter for the December 2014 death of his girlfriend.
State Police charged 28 year old Adam Youngblood of Binghamton was issued traffic tickets for failing to stop for a school bus, driving on the shoulder and leaving the pavement to pass on the right illegally, when he passed Chenango Forks school bus October 6th. Youngblood turned himself in after seeing the video of his vehicle on TV & Social Media; 15-year-old Alex Menard narrowly missed being hit by the Youngblood vehicle while exiting the school bus on state route 369.
The DCMO BOCES & SUNY Oneonta secondary education will offer 6th & 7th grade boys a free career exploration opportunity called "It's A Guy Thing" at the Oneonta campus Saturday. Over 150 area boys are scheduled to attend the event starting at 8:30 tomorrow morning, the boys will get to meet with area leaders & mentors regarding career possibilities in the region. More information is available at dcoboces.com/learn.
37 year old Rasheen Sanders of Binghamton was found guilty Thursday after a trial in Broome County Court. Sanders was arrested in April in Binghamton by State Police, possessing about $12,000 worth of heroin for sale. Sanders was found guilty of 3 counts of 3rd degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, & tampering with physical evidence. He is expected to be sentenced on December 13th.
The New York State Public Service Commission announced that the price of natural gas and electricity this winter is expected to be lower than the 5-year historical average. A residential customer using 600 kWh per month is expected to pay about $41 per month, or about 14% less than the 5 year average, The average residential customer using 700 therms of natural gas can expect to pay about $693, or about 10% less than the 5-year historical average, The state’s major energy utilities expect to have adequate supplies on hand.
The Chenango Arts Council presents its first performance of the season, “Swinging with the Rat Pack” a recreation of the shows of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. Spokesperson Alecia O’Neill explains:
(O’Neill 10-14-16)
The Performance begins at 7:00 PM Saturday in the Martin W. Kappel Theater, 27 West Main Street, Norwich. Tickets or more information is available at 336-ARTS or ChenangoArts.org
On Saturday at 2:00 PM, the Delaware County Historical Association in Delhi sponsors a reading and book signing by local author Diane Galusha, Who is the author of the newly republished Liquid Assets: A History of New York City’s Water System. “Building the Delaware Tunnels,” will focus on the construction of the East and West Delaware Tunnels that carry water from the Pepacton and Cannonsville Reservoirs to the Rondout Reservoir in Ulster County. The expanded edition of Liquid Assets adds to this history water projects and watershed protection programs over the past 20 years. More information is available at 746-3849, or dcha-ny.org.
ADAM YOUNGBLOODALECIA O'NEILLALEX MENARDANGEL KOCIJANSKI-PRUITTBinghamtonCHENANGO ARTS COUNCILCHENANGO FORKSDCMO BOCESDELAWARE COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONDELPHINA VANCEDIANE GALUSHAGreeneMARTIN W. KAPPEL THEATERMICHAEL FIOCCONew YorkNorwichNYPUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSIONRASHEEN SANDERSSHANNON LASKARISSUNY ONEONTATOWN OF MAINEUNADILLAWCDO
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