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Delaware Valley Humane Society reported that Waste Recovery Enterprises donated $2689.79 from the latest Heavy Metal Haul Out campaign. The Next drive will be in September, where people can leave scrap metal at a bin across from WRE on Valley View Road.

Delaware Valley Humane Society & Waste Recovery Enterprises are teaming up for the Spring "Heavy Metal Haul-Out" through the end of this month. Interested participants can bring scrap metal to the large bin across from WRE on Valley View Road off of State Route 7 in Sidney. WRE donates the money they get for the scrap metal to the Delaware Valley Humane Society.

The May heavy metal haul out by Waste Recovery Enterprises in Sidney was another success, as Waste Recovery donated the money they received for the collected scrap metal, and gave a check to Erin Insinga at Delaware Valley Humane Society, live on WCDO this morning:

(Sean LaRose, Erin Insinga 6-5-25)

The Heavy Metal haul Out is held twice a year now, the money goes for upgrades or needs for the animals at the Humane Society, more information about adopting animals is available at (607) 563-7780.

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 6-20-24

Our 4th Annual Heavy Metal Haul Out Fundraiser for the Delaware Valley Humane Society, with Waste Recovery Enterprises was successful for the month of May, raising a substantial amount for the shelter, Director Erin Insinga explains:

(Erin Insinga 6-20-24)

Insinga said that the plan is to have the Heavy Metal Haul out Twice a Year, people can haul out their scrap metal again in September. A fundraising Barbecue will be held at the Delaware Valley Humane Society site Friday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

The Heavy Metal Haul-Out Fundraiser by Waste Recovery Enterprises of Sidney, for the Delaware Valley Humane Society has been extended beyond today's initial deadline, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga explains:

(Erin Insinga 5-31-24)

So far, 4 bins of scrap metal have been turned in this month, people can bring their unwanted metal to the bin at Valley View Road in Sidney until that last bin is full, Sean LaRose will present the donation check to Delaware Valley Humane Society in the near future.

There is still time in the month of May to drop off metal to Waste Recovery Enterprises in Sidney, which in turns helps out the Delaware Valley Humane Society, according to Director Erin Insinga:

(Erin Insinga 5-15-24)

The fundraiser runs through May 31st, over the past few years it has raised about $8,000 for the Humane Society.

Waste Recovery Enterprises has teamed up again with the Delaware Valley Humane Society in the month of May for the “Heavy Metal Haul-Out”, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga explains:

(Erin Insinga 4-12-24)

The event runs thought the entire month of May, the previous events have resulted in about $8,000 for the Humane Society.

Waste Recovery Enterprises has teamed up again with the Delaware Valley Humane Society in the month of May for the "Heavy Metal Haul-Out", Humane Society Director Erin Insinga explains:

(Erin Insinga 4-12-24)

The event runs thought the entire month of May, the previous events have resulted in about $8,000 for the Humane Society.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 12-4-23

11 Fire Companies responded Friday night a fire in Stamford. The buildings were on fire at 62 to 64 Main Street in Stamford, 2 historic buildings were lost, the fire displaced 30 residents and 2 businesses, 2 residents & 2 firefighters were injured, with non-life threatening injuries. The Red Cross & Churchill Gym helped displaced residents, the cause of the fire is under investigation. The Stamford Village Hall will accept donations today through Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Locally, Waste Recovery Enterprises of Sidney is collecting donations of canned food & toiletries for the 11 families displaced, teh items can be dropped off at their location at Valley View Road & they will deliver them to Stamford.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-27-23

State Police and local law enforcement will be out in force through Halloween in order to crack down on impaired and reckless driving. The enforcement period begins today and runs through Tuesday, October 31st, the annual effort is funded by the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee.

The Heavy Metal Haul Out for the Delaware Valley Humane Society & conducted by Waste Recovery Enterprises, brought in a substantial amount of money for the Shelter, directer Erin Insinga told WCDO news how much was raised:

(Erin Insinga 10-27-23)

Insinga said that the money raised will go for the normal operation of the shelter, they hope to do the haul out for the 5th time next year with Waste Recovery Enterprises.

Delaware Valley Humane Society & Waste Recovery Enterprises have teamed up for the 4th consecutive year for the Heavy Metal Haul Out, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga said that they will do the fundraiser differently this year:

(Erin Insinga 8-23-23)

More information about the fundraiser or adoptions is available at 563-7780.

Delaware Valley Humane Society & Waste Recovery Enterprises have teamed up for the 4th consecutive year for the Heavy Metal Haul Out, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga said that they will do the fundraiser differently this year:

(Erin Insinga 8-23-23)

Insinga also announced that Premier Roofing in Sidney will be matching the donations for a period of time from the Heavy Metal Haul Out, more information is available at 563-7780.

The Greater Oneonta Historical Society has a display exploring baseball’s Major Leaguers who played for Oneonta teams. “Oneonta – On the Road to Major League Baseball” opened Today and will run through September 1st at the Oneonta History Center, 183 Main Street. The display will feature baseball cards of some of those players, including Frank Malzone, Don Mattingly, Curtis Granderson, and many more. More information about this & other programs can be found at oneontahistory.org.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 6-1-23

The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold their Annual Dinner at the Sidney Fire Hall beginning at 5:00 PM. The Chamber will be honoring Dr. Rohan Jayasena as the Citizen of the Years, He commented to WCDO about this honor:

(Dr. Rohan Jayasena 6-1-23)

Waste Recovery Enterprises will be honored as the Business of the Years, spokesman Sean LaRose comments:

(Sean LaRose 6-1-23)

Also, former Great American Food Store operator Kyle Westcott will be honored for the Commitment to Community Award tonight:

(Kyle Westcott 6-1-23)

Also, the Chamber will honor recent Long time Sidney Mayor Andy Matviak for a special Retirement Recognition.

The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual dinner will be on Thursday June 1st at the Sidney Fire Hall, Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:

(Teri Schunk 5-18-23)

The Sidney Chamber will honor Dr. Rohan Jayasena as the Citizen of the Years, Waste Recovery Enterprises as the Business of the Year, Kyle Westcott for the Commitment to Community Award, and their will be a special recognition for Andy Matviak for his years served as Mayor of Sidney.

Delaware County Public Health Services and Friends of Recovery- Delaware Otsego will be sponsoring a Science of Addiction and Recovery 1 day training on June 30, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at 84 Main St. Delhi, New York, to register for this course, contact Friends of Recovery Coordinator Kyle LaFever at (607) 376-4388. The deadline to register is June 23,

Commerce Chenango will hold another local Hiring Event today from 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM for students and 3:30 - 5:30 PM for adults. The event will take place at the High School on Midland Drive in Norwich. The Hiring Event is specifically for employers with immediate entry-level job openings, more information is available at 607-334-1401.

The Sidney Chamber of Commerce Announced their annual award winners at their meeting Wednesday Morning, Dr. Rohan Jayasena was chosen as the winner of the "Citizen Of The Years" award, he told WCDO News of his reaction:

(Dr. Jayasena 4-6-23)

The Chamber also chose Waste Recovery Enterprises as the "Business of the Years" award winner, and Kyle Westcott, who formerly owned the Sidney Great American Food Store, was named as the winner of the Commitment to Community Award.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced over $70 million in financial assistance for water infrastructure improvement projects across New York State. The Village of Sidney received $565,312 short-term interest free financing and $887,469 in grants for the planning, design, and construction of wastewater treatment facility upgrades.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-5-23

The Sidney Chamber of Commerce Announced their annual award winners at their meeting this morning, Sean Larose is the General Manager of Waste Recovery Enterprises, which won "Business of the Years" award:

(Sean Larose 4-5-23)

Kyle Westcott, who formerly owned the Sidney Great American Food Store, was named as the winner of the Commitment to Community Award:

(Kyle Westcott 4-5-23)

Dr. Rohan Jayasena was also honored as the Citizen of the Years by the Sidney Chamber, all will be honored at the Chamber's Annual Dinner in June.

The Heavy Metal Haul Out fundraiser by Waste Recovery Enterprises for Delaware Valley Humane Society was a huge success in September, according to society Director Erin Insinga:

Erin Insinga 10-18-22)

Sean LaRose of Waste Recovery enterprises told WCDO News that they enjoy helping out local charitable events:

(Sean LaRose 10-18-22)

LaRose said that the event raised about $300 more than last year.

The Delaware Valley Humane Society Started their annual "Heavy Metal Haul Out" teaming up with Waste Recovery Enterprises, owner Sean LaRose told WCDO News what they are taking:

(Sean LaRose 9-6-22)

Delaware Valley Humane Society Director Erin Insinga told WCDO News that this fundraiser proved to be very successful last year:

(Erin Insinga 9-6-22)

Insinga said that the Items will be accepted at the collection bin at the Humane Society through the end of the month of September.

The Chenango County Weekly Wastewater Surveillance Data Report showed an increase in COVID 19 levels over the past 2 weeks, which changes the county's detection level to "HIGH". County Health Officials recommend that people should wear a mask indoors in public and on public transportation, Get Tested if you have symptoms, more information is available by contacting the Chenango County Health Department at (607) 337-1660.

Delaware Valley Humane Society will hold its 2nd annual "Heavy Metal Haul-out" fundraiser through the month of September, Shelter Director Erin Insinga explains:

(Erin Insinga 9-1-21)

Items like washer, dryers & other metal items can be dropped off at any time at the Delaware Valley Humane Society on the Back River Road in Sidney, Waste recovery Enterprise will bring the metals to Binghaton for disposal & money raised goes for operating expenses at the Shelter.