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WCDO News — Monday 1-19-26
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-19-26
The Guilford Fire Department will be holding a UTV Poker Run on April 26th at 11:00 AM as a fundraiser for the Department. Organizers Roger Barnhart & Teri Schunk explains:
(Teri-Roger 1-19-26)
The money raise will go for the construction of a new Fire Station for the Guilford Fire Department.
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30 year old Victor Quisquina of Virginia following the investigation of a property damage motor vehicle accident in the Town of Otego. Quisquina was charged with DWI and several related charges, and he did not possess a valid driver’s license, he was processed and released with Uniform Traffic Tickets/Appearance Ticket and is set to appear in court at a later date.
State tax receipts totaled $85.8 billion through three quarters of the State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2025-26, $2.3 billion higher than estimates released in the Division of Budget’s Mid-Year Update, according to the State Comptroller's Office. Collections were $5.9 billion higher than those through December 2024, Personal income tax receipts totaled $44.9 billion and were $1.5 billion above projections and $4.2 billion higher than the same period in SFY 2024-25, due to the impact of wage and financial market growth over the course of the year. The Full report can be found at osc.ny.gov.
The Delaware County Sheriff's Office is assisting with a Missing Persons Report from Weehawken New Jersey. 20 year old Emilio Acosta left home on December 18th, he had 2 knapsacks and his ski helmet, he is familiar with the Roxbury area and his family reportedly used to go skiing at Belleayre Mountain. Acosta is 6'1", about 190 pounds with black hair & he was wearing a New York Yankees cream colored sweatshirt, Gray Sweatpants and black Timberland boots. Delaware County residents who may spot Acosta are asked to call the Weehawken Police Department at (201)863-7800.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting tomorrow morning. The meeting will begin at 7:30 am at the back of Bob's Diner, members & directors are encouraged to attend.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-19-26
Several local events are planned to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day, commemorating King’s life and legacy as a leader of the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s. Hartwick College's Yager Museum will be open 11:30 am. to 4:30 pm. in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown is offering a program at 1:30 pm. Monday titled “MLK and Baseball,” The First Baptist Church of Cooperstown will host a memorial service today at 6 pm. The Broome County Martin Luther King Jr. Commission is holding a march starting at 5:30pm at the King Promenade at the Court Street Bridge next to Boscov’s in downtown Binghamton, followed by services at 6pm at the First Congregational Church on Main Street.
New York State recently announced more than $25.5 million in grants to support 29 water quality and climate resiliency projects in the State DEC’s Region 7. In Broome County, the Town of Chenango will receive $560,000 construct a salt storage facility, The Friends of the Upper Delaware River, receives $458,537 to conduct an in-stream stabilization and floodplain reconnection project to improve flood resiliency, aquatic habitat, and water quality in the Upper Delaware River Watershed, and Broome County will receive $400,000 to purchase a new vacuum truck to reduce sediment flow from catch basins discharging into the Minor Tributaries to Lower North Susquehanna River and ultimately the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
The Guilford Fire Department will be holding a UTV Poker Run on April 26th at 11:00 AM as a fundraiser for the Department. Organizers Roger Barnhart & Teri Schunk explains:
(Teri-Roger 1-19-26)
The money raise will go for the construction of a new Fire Station for the Guilford Fire Department.
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30 year old Victor Quisquina of Virginia following the investigation of a property damage motor vehicle accident in the Town of Otego. Quisquina was charged with DWI and several related charges, and he did not possess a valid driver’s license, he was processed and released with Uniform Traffic Tickets/Appearance Ticket and is set to appear in court at a later date.
State tax receipts totaled $85.8 billion through three quarters of the State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2025-26, $2.3 billion higher than estimates released in the Division of Budget’s Mid-Year Update, according to the State Comptroller's Office. Collections were $5.9 billion higher than those through December 2024, Personal income tax receipts totaled $44.9 billion and were $1.5 billion above projections and $4.2 billion higher than the same period in SFY 2024-25, due to the impact of wage and financial market growth over the course of the year. The Full report can be found at osc.ny.gov.
The Delaware County Sheriff's Office is assisting with a Missing Persons Report from Weehawken New Jersey. 20 year old Emilio Acosta left home on December 18th, he had 2 knapsacks and his ski helmet, he is familiar with the Roxbury area and his family reportedly used to go skiing at Belleayre Mountain. Acosta is 6'1", about 190 pounds with black hair & he was wearing a New York Yankees cream colored sweatshirt, Gray Sweatpants and black Timberland boots. Delaware County residents who may spot Acosta are asked to call the Weehawken Police Department at (201)863-7800.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting tomorrow morning. The meeting will begin at 7:30 am at the back of Bob's Diner, members & directors are encouraged to attend.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-19-26
Several local events are planned to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day, commemorating King’s life and legacy as a leader of the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s. Hartwick College's Yager Museum will be open 11:30 am. to 4:30 pm. in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown is offering a program at 1:30 pm. Monday titled “MLK and Baseball,” The First Baptist Church of Cooperstown will host a memorial service today at 6 pm. The Broome County Martin Luther King Jr. Commission is holding a march starting at 5:30pm at the King Promenade at the Court Street Bridge next to Boscov’s in downtown Binghamton, followed by services at 6pm at the First Congregational Church on Main Street.
New York State recently announced more than $25.5 million in grants to support 29 water quality and climate resiliency projects in the State DEC’s Region 7. In Broome County, the Town of Chenango will receive $560,000 construct a salt storage facility, The Friends of the Upper Delaware River, receives $458,537 to conduct an in-stream stabilization and floodplain reconnection project to improve flood resiliency, aquatic habitat, and water quality in the Upper Delaware River Watershed, and Broome County will receive $400,000 to purchase a new vacuum truck to reduce sediment flow from catch basins discharging into the Minor Tributaries to Lower North Susquehanna River and ultimately the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
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WCDO News — Monday 9-29-25
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-29-25
Throughout October, members of the Broome County Sheriff’s Corrections and Road Patrol divisions will be sporting pink badges or patches and helped raise funds for local families battling cancer. Community members can support the Project by visiting the online store to purchase a t-shirt, sweatshirt, patch, or other items at thepinkpatchproject25.itemorder.com. All proceeds will go to local organizations supporting local families fighting breast cancer by assisting with groceries, childcare or other expenses, Since the project’s 1st year, the Broome County Sheriff’s Office raised over $7,400 for local families fighting cancer.
The October 12th show for Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons: The Last Encores in Binghamton, has been canceled. Tickets will be refunded at the original point of purchase. Magic City Productions announced that Frankie Valli has been under weather and has been instructed by his doctors to stay home and rest, they are sorry for any inconvenience to the over the 1,330 fans who purchased tickets.
Governor Hochul announced that $25 million has been awarded to help New York’s farmers support agricultural water quality conservation projects. Locally, $300,375 was awarded to the Chenango County Soil and Water Conservation District to work with a farm in the Upper Susquehanna River Watershed, $1,534,136 was awarded to the Delaware County Soil and Water Conservation District to work with 3 farms in the Delaware River Watershed and Upper Susquehanna River Watershed.
Mirabito Cares announced that they will once again conduct their "Round Up" fundraising campaign shortly at their 112 Mirabito Convenience Stores, as they partner with the American Cancer Society, spokesperson Marissa Sweeney explains:
(Marissa Sweeney 9-29-25)
Last year's campaign helped provide 702 patients with over 10,000 nights at Hope Lodge, over 1,000 rides to treatment appointments, Over $1.3 million in cost savings for local patients.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-29-25
A Delaware County Grand Jury returned an 8 Count Indictment against 61 year old Edward Batka of Fleischmanns, for several counts of 1st degree Rape, plus Aggravated Sexual Abuse, Unlawful Imprisonment, Unlawful Dealing with a Child on Friday. Batka was arraigned in Delaware County Court, Due to the severity of the offenses, the District Attorney’s Office requested that Batka be remanded without bail.
On Friday, Walton Fire and EMS were dispatched to a UTV accident, where the UTV had lost its brakes and hit a tree head on. There were 6 occupants at the time of the crash with no one wearing helmets. UTVs were brought to the remote scene and were used to transport EMS to the patients. All of the occupants were removed in a 45 minute span, 5 were removed by LifeNet helicopters or local Ambulance squads, The final patient had minor injuries and refused medical treatment.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York State's first-ever inflation refund checks up to $400 are now being sent to 8.2 million households statewide. Starting today, checks will be mailed directly to eligible New Yorkers, with deliveries to continue throughout October and November. There is no need to apply
Mohawk Valley Gives, the annual one-day on-line fundraiser, was a big success for Otsego County Non-Profit Organizations this year, according to Executive Director Jeff Katz of the Community Foundation of Otsego County:
(Jeff Katz 9-29-25)
Katz said that the Community Foundation of Otsego County grants $300 to each nonprofit that participates in the annual fundraiser and offers prizes for a variety of accomplishments during Mohawk Valley Gives, including greatest number of new donors, greatest number of donors, most successful environmental organization and others. More information is available by email: contact@cfotsego.org, or by calling 607-286-3750.
Broadway In Binghamton announced that single tickets for TINA – The Tina Turner Musical are now on sale. The musical will make its Binghamton debut October 30 & 31 at the Forum Theatre. Tickets can be purchased at BroadwayInBinghamton.com, Ticketmaster.com, or in person at the Arena Box Office. For more information visit BroadwayInBinghamton.com.
Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown has begun the next phase of its project to construct a childcare center on the hospital’s campus, which is expected to be completed in spring 2026. The facility will be called the Harrison House Childcare Center in honor of Dr. Francis Harrison, an internist who joined Bassett in 1928, The new facility will be at 1 Beaver Street & it will have space for 58 children, plus 15 additional spots for sick care. The center will employ around 18 staff members.
AN AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE will be held today from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the QUALITY INN, State Highway 23 in Oneonta, Appointments can be made at redcrossblood.org, by calling 1-800-REDCROSS or using the Blood Donor App.
Throughout October, members of the Broome County Sheriff’s Corrections and Road Patrol divisions will be sporting pink badges or patches and helped raise funds for local families battling cancer. Community members can support the Project by visiting the online store to purchase a t-shirt, sweatshirt, patch, or other items at thepinkpatchproject25.itemorder.com. All proceeds will go to local organizations supporting local families fighting breast cancer by assisting with groceries, childcare or other expenses, Since the project’s 1st year, the Broome County Sheriff’s Office raised over $7,400 for local families fighting cancer.
The October 12th show for Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons: The Last Encores in Binghamton, has been canceled. Tickets will be refunded at the original point of purchase. Magic City Productions announced that Frankie Valli has been under weather and has been instructed by his doctors to stay home and rest, they are sorry for any inconvenience to the over the 1,330 fans who purchased tickets.
Governor Hochul announced that $25 million has been awarded to help New York’s farmers support agricultural water quality conservation projects. Locally, $300,375 was awarded to the Chenango County Soil and Water Conservation District to work with a farm in the Upper Susquehanna River Watershed, $1,534,136 was awarded to the Delaware County Soil and Water Conservation District to work with 3 farms in the Delaware River Watershed and Upper Susquehanna River Watershed.
Mirabito Cares announced that they will once again conduct their "Round Up" fundraising campaign shortly at their 112 Mirabito Convenience Stores, as they partner with the American Cancer Society, spokesperson Marissa Sweeney explains:
(Marissa Sweeney 9-29-25)
Last year's campaign helped provide 702 patients with over 10,000 nights at Hope Lodge, over 1,000 rides to treatment appointments, Over $1.3 million in cost savings for local patients.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 9-29-25
A Delaware County Grand Jury returned an 8 Count Indictment against 61 year old Edward Batka of Fleischmanns, for several counts of 1st degree Rape, plus Aggravated Sexual Abuse, Unlawful Imprisonment, Unlawful Dealing with a Child on Friday. Batka was arraigned in Delaware County Court, Due to the severity of the offenses, the District Attorney’s Office requested that Batka be remanded without bail.
On Friday, Walton Fire and EMS were dispatched to a UTV accident, where the UTV had lost its brakes and hit a tree head on. There were 6 occupants at the time of the crash with no one wearing helmets. UTVs were brought to the remote scene and were used to transport EMS to the patients. All of the occupants were removed in a 45 minute span, 5 were removed by LifeNet helicopters or local Ambulance squads, The final patient had minor injuries and refused medical treatment.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York State's first-ever inflation refund checks up to $400 are now being sent to 8.2 million households statewide. Starting today, checks will be mailed directly to eligible New Yorkers, with deliveries to continue throughout October and November. There is no need to apply
Mohawk Valley Gives, the annual one-day on-line fundraiser, was a big success for Otsego County Non-Profit Organizations this year, according to Executive Director Jeff Katz of the Community Foundation of Otsego County:
(Jeff Katz 9-29-25)
Katz said that the Community Foundation of Otsego County grants $300 to each nonprofit that participates in the annual fundraiser and offers prizes for a variety of accomplishments during Mohawk Valley Gives, including greatest number of new donors, greatest number of donors, most successful environmental organization and others. More information is available by email: contact@cfotsego.org, or by calling 607-286-3750.
Broadway In Binghamton announced that single tickets for TINA – The Tina Turner Musical are now on sale. The musical will make its Binghamton debut October 30 & 31 at the Forum Theatre. Tickets can be purchased at BroadwayInBinghamton.com, Ticketmaster.com, or in person at the Arena Box Office. For more information visit BroadwayInBinghamton.com.
Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown has begun the next phase of its project to construct a childcare center on the hospital’s campus, which is expected to be completed in spring 2026. The facility will be called the Harrison House Childcare Center in honor of Dr. Francis Harrison, an internist who joined Bassett in 1928, The new facility will be at 1 Beaver Street & it will have space for 58 children, plus 15 additional spots for sick care. The center will employ around 18 staff members.
AN AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE will be held today from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the QUALITY INN, State Highway 23 in Oneonta, Appointments can be made at redcrossblood.org, by calling 1-800-REDCROSS or using the Blood Donor App.
WCDO News — Tuesday 10-1-19
State Police arrested 20 Year Old Tyler Jordan of Oneonta
Saturday, after he allegedly drove into a utility pole while intoxicated at
about 2:45 AM Saturday. Many Unadilla
Area residents lost power for several hours before NYSEG Crews restored
power. Jordan was charged with DWI,
speeding & unsafe lane change on state Route 7 in Unadilla.
Governor Cuomo today announced that the second phase of the
Raise the Age law is in effect, which will remove 17-year-olds who have
committed criminal acts from automatically proceeding as adults in the criminal
justice system. The change is effective midnight tonight. The law requires youth to be treated in age-
and developmentally-appropriate ways and will receive needed services and
treatment to avoid re-offending.
Additional information is available at ny.gov/programs/raise-age-0.
Former area Republican Congresswoman Claudia Tenney is
seeking a rematch against current 22nd district Democratic Congressman Anthony
Brindisi. The announcement was put on
Tenney's Twitter account, only 11 months after losing the election to Brindisi
after serving 1 term in Congress. Tenney
ran for the Congressional seat twice before, losing in the primary to fellow
Republican Richard Hanna, she won the seat in 2016 over democrat Kim Myers
& Independent Martin Babinec.
The Trial of Orlando Tercero is
underway in his home country of Nicaragua.
Tercero is accused of killing fellow Binghamton University Student
Hailey Anderson in his apartment in March of 2018 & then fled the US back
to Nicaragua. Witnesses are being
allowed to testify by video at the Broome County District Attorney's Office.
2 teens were charged with Criminal Possession of Stolen
Property and Resisting Arrest early Monday Morning. State Police were dispatched to a car off the
roadway that was facing the wrong way on I-88 in the town of Otego. Troopers located the vehicle and two teens
walking near the roadway. When the
troopers activated their emergency lights, the teens took off running, but were
taken into custody a short time later. The
vehicle, a 2013 Chevrolet Malibu was reported stolen in Albany; the teens will
appear in Family Court.
Otsego County Sheriff Departments arrested 24 year old
Gregory O’Bryan of East Meredith for the Burglary of a commercial business in
the Town of Milford. O’Bryan was charged
with 3rd degree Burglary plus Criminal Mischief, & Petit Larceny following
the investigation of a Burglary at The Cooperstown Brewing Company at 110 River
Street in Milford. O’Bryan was arraigned in the Town of Hartwick Court and
scheduled to appear in the Milford Court at a later date.
The 4th annual Upper Susquehanna Watershed Forum is being
held at Binghamton University Center of Excellence today from 9:00 AM t0 5:00
PM. The program will focus on how to move
forward with the Phase III Chesapeake Bay Watershed Implementation Plan. Otsego County Conservation Association is
planning the forum in partnership with the Upper Susquehanna Coalition, Otsego
Land Trust, SUNY Oneonta, Binghamton University, among others. This year’s forum includes morning and
afternoon sessions covering research in the watershed, innovative practices to
enhance water quality; more information is available at occainfo.org/watershed
forum.
Broadway in Binghamton presents the Off-Broadway Sensation,
The Office! A Musical Parody at the Forum Theatre in Binghamton tonight at 7:30
PM. Tickets are on sale at
BroadwayInBinghamton.com or at The Arena Box Office, or by Phone at
1-800-745-3000.
Meetings are underway for the planning for the 2020 General
Clinton Canoe Regatta. The Kick off meeting is tonight at 7:00 PM at Galaxy
Bowl in Bainbridge.
The State DOT will begin construction this morning on State
Route 10 in the Village and Town of Deposit. Crews are going to begin pavement
milling in the area of the Exit 84 Ramps and work North on State Route 10
through the Village. This project will take multiple days to complete. There will be single lane alternating traffic
during construction hours with flaggers in place. Please use caution in the
area and expect delays.
Saturday, after he allegedly drove into a utility pole while intoxicated at
about 2:45 AM Saturday. Many Unadilla
Area residents lost power for several hours before NYSEG Crews restored
power. Jordan was charged with DWI,
speeding & unsafe lane change on state Route 7 in Unadilla.
Governor Cuomo today announced that the second phase of the
Raise the Age law is in effect, which will remove 17-year-olds who have
committed criminal acts from automatically proceeding as adults in the criminal
justice system. The change is effective midnight tonight. The law requires youth to be treated in age-
and developmentally-appropriate ways and will receive needed services and
treatment to avoid re-offending.
Additional information is available at ny.gov/programs/raise-age-0.
Former area Republican Congresswoman Claudia Tenney is
seeking a rematch against current 22nd district Democratic Congressman Anthony
Brindisi. The announcement was put on
Tenney's Twitter account, only 11 months after losing the election to Brindisi
after serving 1 term in Congress. Tenney
ran for the Congressional seat twice before, losing in the primary to fellow
Republican Richard Hanna, she won the seat in 2016 over democrat Kim Myers
& Independent Martin Babinec.
The Trial of Orlando Tercero is
underway in his home country of Nicaragua.
Tercero is accused of killing fellow Binghamton University Student
Hailey Anderson in his apartment in March of 2018 & then fled the US back
to Nicaragua. Witnesses are being
allowed to testify by video at the Broome County District Attorney's Office.
2 teens were charged with Criminal Possession of Stolen
Property and Resisting Arrest early Monday Morning. State Police were dispatched to a car off the
roadway that was facing the wrong way on I-88 in the town of Otego. Troopers located the vehicle and two teens
walking near the roadway. When the
troopers activated their emergency lights, the teens took off running, but were
taken into custody a short time later. The
vehicle, a 2013 Chevrolet Malibu was reported stolen in Albany; the teens will
appear in Family Court.
Otsego County Sheriff Departments arrested 24 year old
Gregory O’Bryan of East Meredith for the Burglary of a commercial business in
the Town of Milford. O’Bryan was charged
with 3rd degree Burglary plus Criminal Mischief, & Petit Larceny following
the investigation of a Burglary at The Cooperstown Brewing Company at 110 River
Street in Milford. O’Bryan was arraigned in the Town of Hartwick Court and
scheduled to appear in the Milford Court at a later date.
The 4th annual Upper Susquehanna Watershed Forum is being
held at Binghamton University Center of Excellence today from 9:00 AM t0 5:00
PM. The program will focus on how to move
forward with the Phase III Chesapeake Bay Watershed Implementation Plan. Otsego County Conservation Association is
planning the forum in partnership with the Upper Susquehanna Coalition, Otsego
Land Trust, SUNY Oneonta, Binghamton University, among others. This year’s forum includes morning and
afternoon sessions covering research in the watershed, innovative practices to
enhance water quality; more information is available at occainfo.org/watershed
forum.
Broadway in Binghamton presents the Off-Broadway Sensation,
The Office! A Musical Parody at the Forum Theatre in Binghamton tonight at 7:30
PM. Tickets are on sale at
BroadwayInBinghamton.com or at The Arena Box Office, or by Phone at
1-800-745-3000.
Meetings are underway for the planning for the 2020 General
Clinton Canoe Regatta. The Kick off meeting is tonight at 7:00 PM at Galaxy
Bowl in Bainbridge.
The State DOT will begin construction this morning on State
Route 10 in the Village and Town of Deposit. Crews are going to begin pavement
milling in the area of the Exit 84 Ramps and work North on State Route 10
through the Village. This project will take multiple days to complete. There will be single lane alternating traffic
during construction hours with flaggers in place. Please use caution in the
area and expect delays.
WCDO News — Thursday 8-21-14
Governor Cuomo opened up the New York State Fair in Syracuse this morning, with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Cuomo is currently running for a 2nd term as governor, his republican challenger Rob Astorino also made the rounds at the State Fair today, he is trailing Cuomo in the most recent polls by a 2 to 1 margin. Green Party Candidate Howe Hawkins held a press conference at the main entrance to the fair at 12:00 Noon.
The 3rd murder trial of Owego Businessman Calvin Harris has been rescheduled to begin in October, instead of the original September 15th date, in Schoharie county court. The move was made following arguments by Harris’s defense team during pre-trial proceedings. Harris was first convicted in 2007 for the September 11th 2001 murder his estranged wife Michelle, that conviction was set aside when an eyewitness came forward claiming to have seen Michelle Harris after the original murder date. Harris was convicted at his 2nd trial in 2009, which was also overturned, Michelle Harris’s body, and the murder weapon have never been found.
Governor Cuomo is calling on the state to outlaw discrimination against transgender people, claiming that gender identity should be included in the state’s civil rights law alongside race, religion, and disability. Cuomo said that if he is re-elected, he would push to outlaw discrimination based on a person’s gender identity when it comes to housing, employment or public accommodations.
Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced a $16.65 billion settlement with Bank of America. The settlement includes $800 million that will be allocated to New York State; Bank of America acknowledged it made serious Misrepresentations to the public from the packaging, marketing, sale and issuance of residential mortgage-backed securities
The State Police CNET team, along with Endicott and Vestal Police arrested 32-year-old Greg Potter of Endicott, for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Unlawful Manufacture of Methamphetamine, and 2 counts of Criminally Using of Drug Paraphernalia. Potter was arrested after police executed a search warrant. Items seized included liquid and powder methamphetamines; liquid anabolic steroids, packaging materials and scales, as well as components used in the manufacture of methamphetamine. Potter was arraigned in Village of Endicott Court and sent to the Broome County Jail without bail.
The State Police CNET Gun Investigation Unit, arrested 50 year old John Hamilton of Binghamton on 4 counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, 3 counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Unlawful Possession of a Large Capacity Ammunition Feeding Device, Unlawfully Possessing or Selling Noxious Material and Unlawfully Growing Cannabis. Hamilton was charged after police executed a search warrant at his residence. Police seized illegally possessed weapons, explosives and marihuana. Hamilton was arraigned in Binghamton City Court and sent to the Broome County Jail without bail.
The Upper Susquehanna Watershed Project held annual conference at Sidney High School this afternoon, to present the projects of 7 students who collected data for a variety of projects all tied to the water quality of the Susquehanna River Basin. Sidney Science Teacher Rich Townsend said that this summer, soil gauges were added:
(Rich Townsend (8-21-14)
Townsend said the data from the new soil gauges should give sufficient data on how the water saturation affects area-flooding issues over the next 1 to 5 years.
The 3rd murder trial of Owego Businessman Calvin Harris has been rescheduled to begin in October, instead of the original September 15th date, in Schoharie county court. The move was made following arguments by Harris’s defense team during pre-trial proceedings. Harris was first convicted in 2007 for the September 11th 2001 murder his estranged wife Michelle, that conviction was set aside when an eyewitness came forward claiming to have seen Michelle Harris after the original murder date. Harris was convicted at his 2nd trial in 2009, which was also overturned, Michelle Harris’s body, and the murder weapon have never been found.
Governor Cuomo is calling on the state to outlaw discrimination against transgender people, claiming that gender identity should be included in the state’s civil rights law alongside race, religion, and disability. Cuomo said that if he is re-elected, he would push to outlaw discrimination based on a person’s gender identity when it comes to housing, employment or public accommodations.
Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced a $16.65 billion settlement with Bank of America. The settlement includes $800 million that will be allocated to New York State; Bank of America acknowledged it made serious Misrepresentations to the public from the packaging, marketing, sale and issuance of residential mortgage-backed securities
The State Police CNET team, along with Endicott and Vestal Police arrested 32-year-old Greg Potter of Endicott, for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Unlawful Manufacture of Methamphetamine, and 2 counts of Criminally Using of Drug Paraphernalia. Potter was arrested after police executed a search warrant. Items seized included liquid and powder methamphetamines; liquid anabolic steroids, packaging materials and scales, as well as components used in the manufacture of methamphetamine. Potter was arraigned in Village of Endicott Court and sent to the Broome County Jail without bail.
The State Police CNET Gun Investigation Unit, arrested 50 year old John Hamilton of Binghamton on 4 counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, 3 counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Unlawful Possession of a Large Capacity Ammunition Feeding Device, Unlawfully Possessing or Selling Noxious Material and Unlawfully Growing Cannabis. Hamilton was charged after police executed a search warrant at his residence. Police seized illegally possessed weapons, explosives and marihuana. Hamilton was arraigned in Binghamton City Court and sent to the Broome County Jail without bail.
The Upper Susquehanna Watershed Project held annual conference at Sidney High School this afternoon, to present the projects of 7 students who collected data for a variety of projects all tied to the water quality of the Susquehanna River Basin. Sidney Science Teacher Rich Townsend said that this summer, soil gauges were added:
(Rich Townsend (8-21-14)
Townsend said the data from the new soil gauges should give sufficient data on how the water saturation affects area-flooding issues over the next 1 to 5 years.
WCDO News — Thursday 8-21-14
The Upper Susquehanna Watershed Project will hold its annual conference at 1:00 PM in Room N509 at Sidney High School. Students and teachers from the project will present reports on their research on the upper Susquehanna River basin. There will also be updates by faculty on Sidney High School’s Flood Monitoring Project. The public is invited to attend. Refreshments will be served.
Opponents of Hydraulic Fracturing for natural gas are planning to rally at the first day of the New York State Fair today, the day when the Governor of the state traditionally opens up the fair. The protestors will be at the Main State Fair entrance from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm in Syracuse.
Opponents of Hydraulic Fracturing for natural gas are planning to rally at the first day of the New York State Fair today, the day when the Governor of the state traditionally opens up the fair. The protestors will be at the Main State Fair entrance from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm in Syracuse.
WCDO News — Thursday 8-14-14
State Police and New York Alert announced the disappearance of 2 Amish children from the North Country. Missing are 12 year old FANNIE MILLER, with Brown Hair, Brown Eyes, about 5 feet tall and weighing about 90 pounds, Police said that Fannie is Cross-eyed. Also missing, 7 year old Delila Miller, also with Brown Eyes & Hair, about 4 feet tall and weighing about 50 pounds, she has a round scar on forehead and is missing front teeth. Both victims last seen wearing dark blue dresses with blue aprons and black bonnets, Police said that both girls went to a roadside stand to wait on customer in a small white 4-door sedan. A Witness saw the suspect throw something into back of car then get into the back seat, the Vehicle then left scene and victims were gone. Any one with information is asked to call 1-866-NYS-AMBER or 911.
Published reports out of Albany suggest that the FBI and state Attorney General's Office raided the home of State Senator Tom Libous of Binghamton last Friday. Libous and his son were indicted in July in connection with a FBI investigation; Senator Libous is accused of using his influence to get his son a job with a downstate Law Firm. Records and a computer belonging to Frances Libous, the wife of Senator Libous were seized.
Emergency Crews from North Norwich & Norwich responded this afternoon to State Highway 12 and County Road 32 for a tractor-trailer accident. Initial reports stated that the tractor-trailer was flipped onto its side, & the driver was out of the vehicle. WCDO will have further details as they become available.
The Chenango Arts Council has a new executive director, Diane Batson-Smith; she brings major theater & film industry credentials to Norwich venue. Batson-Smith told WCDO News of her plans to make the Martin W. Kappel Theater a community hub of activity:
(Diane Batson-Smith 8-14-14)
A line up of events is already scheduled through next may, the lineup and membership applications can be found online at chenangoarts. org.
The Upper Susquehanna Watershed Project will hold its annual conference on August 21st at 1:00 PM at Sidney High School. Students and teachers from the project will present reports on their research on the chemistry, biology,& hydrometeorology of the upper Susquehanna River basin. The project is an effort between area high schools from Cooperstown to Afton, and is directed by teachers from Sidney High School. The program is funded by ACCO & private donations. The public is invited encouraged to attend.
NYSEG is warning customers about callers who say they represent NYSEG about billing matters. Some customers have been contacted and warned that their service would be shut off & they should purchase a "Green Dot MoneyPak Card" and contact the caller with the card information. Customers who have any questions about a call for an overdue payment are urged to contact NYSEG at 1-800-572-1111.
The latest Siena College poll asked New Yorkers about the most important issues for the fall election. 28% said jobs, 21% said taxes, and 20% said education and 17% corruption. Only 2% of those polled said hydraulic fracturing natural gas reserves was their top issue, 1% involved guns and the state’s gun-control law.
Governor Cuomo signed a new law that bans direct contact between people and lions, tigers, leopards, jaguars and cougars. The "Tiger Selfie" bill, is also directed at roadside zoos that charge people for photos with big cats. The governor said despite any level of training, big cats have instincts to kill. The penalty is $500 for the first offense.
Published reports out of Albany suggest that the FBI and state Attorney General's Office raided the home of State Senator Tom Libous of Binghamton last Friday. Libous and his son were indicted in July in connection with a FBI investigation; Senator Libous is accused of using his influence to get his son a job with a downstate Law Firm. Records and a computer belonging to Frances Libous, the wife of Senator Libous were seized.
Emergency Crews from North Norwich & Norwich responded this afternoon to State Highway 12 and County Road 32 for a tractor-trailer accident. Initial reports stated that the tractor-trailer was flipped onto its side, & the driver was out of the vehicle. WCDO will have further details as they become available.
The Chenango Arts Council has a new executive director, Diane Batson-Smith; she brings major theater & film industry credentials to Norwich venue. Batson-Smith told WCDO News of her plans to make the Martin W. Kappel Theater a community hub of activity:
(Diane Batson-Smith 8-14-14)
A line up of events is already scheduled through next may, the lineup and membership applications can be found online at chenangoarts. org.
The Upper Susquehanna Watershed Project will hold its annual conference on August 21st at 1:00 PM at Sidney High School. Students and teachers from the project will present reports on their research on the chemistry, biology,& hydrometeorology of the upper Susquehanna River basin. The project is an effort between area high schools from Cooperstown to Afton, and is directed by teachers from Sidney High School. The program is funded by ACCO & private donations. The public is invited encouraged to attend.
NYSEG is warning customers about callers who say they represent NYSEG about billing matters. Some customers have been contacted and warned that their service would be shut off & they should purchase a "Green Dot MoneyPak Card" and contact the caller with the card information. Customers who have any questions about a call for an overdue payment are urged to contact NYSEG at 1-800-572-1111.
The latest Siena College poll asked New Yorkers about the most important issues for the fall election. 28% said jobs, 21% said taxes, and 20% said education and 17% corruption. Only 2% of those polled said hydraulic fracturing natural gas reserves was their top issue, 1% involved guns and the state’s gun-control law.
Governor Cuomo signed a new law that bans direct contact between people and lions, tigers, leopards, jaguars and cougars. The "Tiger Selfie" bill, is also directed at roadside zoos that charge people for photos with big cats. The governor said despite any level of training, big cats have instincts to kill. The penalty is $500 for the first offense.