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WCDO News — Thursday 7-2-26
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 7-2-26
State and local law enforcement agencies will increase patrols to crack down on reckless and impaired driving statewide ahead of and during the July 4th holiday weekend. This campaign began Monday & will run through Sunday, July 5. Law enforcement officers across New York will conduct sobriety checkpoints and target dangerous and aggressive driving during what is considered the busiest travel weekend of the summer. To help ease travel during the busy holiday weekend, temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on New York State highways will be suspended from 6 am. Thursday, July 2, through 6 am. Monday, July 6, some work may continue behind permanent concrete barriers or for emergency repairs.
State Police arrested 37 year old Sean Haynes of Johnson City for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, after a Trooper observed a motorcycle speeding and initiated a traffic stop. The Trooper determined that the motorcycle was unregistered and uninsured & Haynes was in possession of suspected crack cocaine. Haynes was arrested & was later turned over to the Broome County Jail for Centralized Arraignment.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced nearly $21 million in additional funding through the NY SWIMS initiative to support 16 new projects across the state, bringing the total to 79 projects. In the Southern Tier, awards go to the Children's Home of Wyoming Conference for $2.8 million & the Town of Delhi's West Branch Center for $252,182
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 7-2-26
A EF-1 tornado has been confirmed in Otsego County Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service, it touched down along Otsego County Highway 49 near Ketchum Road in Pittsfield & traveled 8.4 miles to Crawford Road & County Highway 10 in Laurens, it was on the ground for 18 minutes, with estimated wind speeds of 105 miles per hour. No injuries were reported, 4 structures were destroyed, the Towns of Pittsfield and Laurens are in a state of emergency.
Oneonta's 4 day Celebration of the Country's 250 Anniversary begins today, at 4 pm. with a First Thursday downtown event, on and around Main Street, Community Arts Network of Oneonta spokesperson Hope Von Stengel explains:
(Hope Von Stengel 7-2-26)
From 3 to 7 pm. on Friday, the Swart-Wilcox House Museum on wilcox Avenue in Oneonta will be celebrating the installation of the Lawrence Swart plaque by the Oneonta chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Swart was a Revolutionary War soldier who built the house over 200 hundred years ago, Spokesperson Helen Rees explains:
(Helen Rees 7-2-26)
Doors will open at 3 pm for tours, Susan Trump, a local folk singer and composer will lead a group of school children in a song originally written in 1990. More information is available at the Oneonta 250 Facebook page.
Bassett Healthcare Network is hosting a blood drive with the American Red Cross today from 12:30 pm. to 5:30 pm. at the Bassett Hall Auditorium at 31 Beaver Street. Appointments can be made at redcrossblood.org, by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or using the smart phone mobile App.
Congressman Josh Riley's team will be in Walton today to meet with constituents who may need assistance with Medicare, Social Security, veterans' benefits or any other issue involving a federal agency. The team will be in Walton from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at the Ogden Free Library 42 Gardiner Place, for those who can not attend, call (607) 242-0200 or visit riley.house.gov to open a case.
State and local law enforcement agencies will increase patrols to crack down on reckless and impaired driving statewide ahead of and during the July 4th holiday weekend. This campaign began Monday & will run through Sunday, July 5. Law enforcement officers across New York will conduct sobriety checkpoints and target dangerous and aggressive driving during what is considered the busiest travel weekend of the summer. To help ease travel during the busy holiday weekend, temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on New York State highways will be suspended from 6 am. Thursday, July 2, through 6 am. Monday, July 6, some work may continue behind permanent concrete barriers or for emergency repairs.
State Police arrested 37 year old Sean Haynes of Johnson City for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, after a Trooper observed a motorcycle speeding and initiated a traffic stop. The Trooper determined that the motorcycle was unregistered and uninsured & Haynes was in possession of suspected crack cocaine. Haynes was arrested & was later turned over to the Broome County Jail for Centralized Arraignment.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced nearly $21 million in additional funding through the NY SWIMS initiative to support 16 new projects across the state, bringing the total to 79 projects. In the Southern Tier, awards go to the Children's Home of Wyoming Conference for $2.8 million & the Town of Delhi's West Branch Center for $252,182
A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 7-2-26
A EF-1 tornado has been confirmed in Otsego County Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service, it touched down along Otsego County Highway 49 near Ketchum Road in Pittsfield & traveled 8.4 miles to Crawford Road & County Highway 10 in Laurens, it was on the ground for 18 minutes, with estimated wind speeds of 105 miles per hour. No injuries were reported, 4 structures were destroyed, the Towns of Pittsfield and Laurens are in a state of emergency.
Oneonta's 4 day Celebration of the Country's 250 Anniversary begins today, at 4 pm. with a First Thursday downtown event, on and around Main Street, Community Arts Network of Oneonta spokesperson Hope Von Stengel explains:
(Hope Von Stengel 7-2-26)
From 3 to 7 pm. on Friday, the Swart-Wilcox House Museum on wilcox Avenue in Oneonta will be celebrating the installation of the Lawrence Swart plaque by the Oneonta chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Swart was a Revolutionary War soldier who built the house over 200 hundred years ago, Spokesperson Helen Rees explains:
(Helen Rees 7-2-26)
Doors will open at 3 pm for tours, Susan Trump, a local folk singer and composer will lead a group of school children in a song originally written in 1990. More information is available at the Oneonta 250 Facebook page.
Bassett Healthcare Network is hosting a blood drive with the American Red Cross today from 12:30 pm. to 5:30 pm. at the Bassett Hall Auditorium at 31 Beaver Street. Appointments can be made at redcrossblood.org, by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or using the smart phone mobile App.
Congressman Josh Riley's team will be in Walton today to meet with constituents who may need assistance with Medicare, Social Security, veterans' benefits or any other issue involving a federal agency. The team will be in Walton from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at the Ogden Free Library 42 Gardiner Place, for those who can not attend, call (607) 242-0200 or visit riley.house.gov to open a case.
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WCDO News — Wednesday 5-20-26
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-20-26
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 41 year old Alex Scrivani of Claryville for Burglary & Criminal Mischief in Andes on May 11th. Deputies observed Scrivani walking along the highway, they attempted to interview him & he was uncooperative. Deputies later observed Scrivani exiting a residence and driveway, he was detained and it was determined that Scrivani was not supposed to be in the buildings or on the property. The homeowner was contacted and responded to the scene. Scrivani had forced his way into the building & his belongings were located inside, Scrivani was arrested, he was processed and arraigned and was being held on bail at the Delaware County Jail pending future court action.
The Children's Home will have a Foster Care and Adoption information session tonight at the Sidney Library, Meryl Juster conducts the session and said that tonight's session is more informal:
(Meryl Juster 5-20-26)
More information about foster care is available at 607-765-9059.
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.
UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital will have a Grand Opening Celebration for their new Broad Street Entrance as well as a new Orthopedics Suite next week. A grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting, along with tours of the new spaces, will take place from 12:30 to 3 pm. on Thursday, May 28. The event is free and open to the public.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 5-20-26
Chenango County Sheriff's Office responded Monday to State Highway 12 in the Town of Norwich for a reported motor vehicle versus bicycle crash. The preliminary investigation determined that a 69-year-old male from Oxford, NY was operating an E-bike on the southbound shoulder of the roadway when he entered the southbound lane and was struck by a vehicle operated by a 16-year-old male traveling southbound. The operator of the E-bike was airlifted to Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, where he remains in critical condition. The investigation is ongoing.
Area School District budgets were passed yesterday, mostly by large margins. Sidney voters approved the budget, the purchase of 2 Diesel busses & the library budget, budgets and propositions passed in Franklin, GMU, BG, Unatego & Afton. Norwich School District voters voted against a plan to sell the Flanagan Field property, which would have allowed for a housing complex to be built there, Milford voters decided against a plan to eliminate seats on the School Board, in Oxford voters turned down a proposal for the purchase of zero emissions vehicles. ============================================
Delaware County Sheriff's Office arrested 41 year old Alex Scrivani of Claryville for Burglary & Criminal Mischief in Andes on May 11th. Deputies observed Scrivani walking along the highway, they attempted to interview him & he was uncooperative. Deputies later observed Scrivani exiting a residence and driveway, he was detained and it was determined that Scrivani was not supposed to be in the buildings or on the property. The homeowner was contacted and responded to the scene. Scrivani had forced his way into the building & his belongings were located inside, Scrivani was arrested, he was processed and arraigned and was being held on bail at the Delaware County Jail pending future court action.
The Children's Home will have a Foster Care and Adoption information session tonight at the Sidney Library, Meryl Juster conducts the session and said that tonight's session is more informal:
(Meryl Juster 5-20-26)
More information about foster care is available at 607-765-9059.
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.
UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital will have a Grand Opening Celebration for their new Broad Street Entrance as well as a new Orthopedics Suite next week. A grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting, along with tours of the new spaces, will take place from 12:30 to 3 pm. on Thursday, May 28. The event is free and open to the public.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 5-20-26
Chenango County Sheriff's Office responded Monday to State Highway 12 in the Town of Norwich for a reported motor vehicle versus bicycle crash. The preliminary investigation determined that a 69-year-old male from Oxford, NY was operating an E-bike on the southbound shoulder of the roadway when he entered the southbound lane and was struck by a vehicle operated by a 16-year-old male traveling southbound. The operator of the E-bike was airlifted to Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, where he remains in critical condition. The investigation is ongoing.
Area School District budgets were passed yesterday, mostly by large margins. Sidney voters approved the budget, the purchase of 2 Diesel busses & the library budget, budgets and propositions passed in Franklin, GMU, BG, Unatego & Afton. Norwich School District voters voted against a plan to sell the Flanagan Field property, which would have allowed for a housing complex to be built there, Milford voters decided against a plan to eliminate seats on the School Board, in Oxford voters turned down a proposal for the purchase of zero emissions vehicles. ============================================
WCDO News — Monday 3-30-26
P.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-30-26
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 47 year old Jason Nichols of New Berlin Friday for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated and Aggravated Unlicensed Operator and several other charges. Deputies responded to State Highway 23 in the Town of New Berlin for a 2 car motor vehicle accident, Nichols who had a revoked New York driver's license, while intoxicated, he transported to the Chenango County Sheriff's Office, was processed & was released to a sober third party and is to appear in the Town of New Berlin Court at a later date.
Another Virtual Foster Care Informational Session with Foster Care Home Finder Meryl Juster will be held online Tuesday evening, Juster told WCDO News how to get the link for the video conference call, and if people are interested in pursuing it further, there is an online course that starts next week:
(Meryl Juster 3-30-26)
Juster said that those interested in the session should Register by sending an email to MJuster@chowc.org, or call 607-765-9059, more information is also available through The Children’s Home Facebook page or at chowc.org
The Sparkle Closet Project & the Sidney High School Student Council is hosting a clothing drive Tuesday through Thursday, with Collection Bins at the Elementary & High School entrance. Project Coordinator Victoria Gregory told WCDO News that they are focused of finding formal wear for area students who may not be able to afford it, but would still like to attend the prom:
(Victoria Gregory 3-30-26)
The Sparkle Closet Project has a Facebook page, or you can call or text Gregory at 607-226-3309 if you have items to donate or if you would like more information.
Applications are open for the Master Teacher Program and Master Counselors, which recognizes more than 1,600 outstanding public school teachers and counselors throughout the state. Teachers may apply at suny.edu/masterteacher and the deadline to apply is May 21st, Master Teachers and Master Counselors will receive a $15,000 stipend annually; and they will attend required regional meetings to participate in and lead professional development sessions each year.
The DCMO BOCES Harrold Campus is inviting local businesses & organizations to connect with graduates to discuss job opportunities, on Applications day on April 14th. The event will take place from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 PM, businesses interested in participating should call 865-2514.
The New York State Fair announced some of the acts that will be playing at the fair, which will run from August 26th to September 7th this year. Among the acts announced today are ZZ Top, Quiet Riot, Melissa Etheridge, Trace Adkins & The Commodores, All concerts are included with fair admission, Fair tickets will go on sale later this summer.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-30-26
Binghamton Police announced the recovery of the body of a man that was reported missing for several weeks. The body of 38 year-old Colyn Williams has been recovered from the banks of the Susquehanna River in Vestal. Vestal Police investigating Williams death, the cause of death does not appear to be criminal, the investigation is ongoing.
Former Binghamton mayor Matt Ryan announced that he is running for Broome County Sheriff, on the Democratic and Working Families lines. Ryan worked as a public defender & Mayor, Current Sheriff Fred Akshar is expected to seek re-election, running as a Republican.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Roxbury today from 1:00 to 5:30 at the Carriage House, at the Jay Gould Memorial Church, on Main Street, State Highway 30; to donate blood or platelets by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 47 year old Jason Nichols of New Berlin Friday for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated and Aggravated Unlicensed Operator and several other charges. Deputies responded to State Highway 23 in the Town of New Berlin for a 2 car motor vehicle accident, Nichols who had a revoked New York driver's license, while intoxicated, he transported to the Chenango County Sheriff's Office, was processed & was released to a sober third party and is to appear in the Town of New Berlin Court at a later date.
Another Virtual Foster Care Informational Session with Foster Care Home Finder Meryl Juster will be held online Tuesday evening, Juster told WCDO News how to get the link for the video conference call, and if people are interested in pursuing it further, there is an online course that starts next week:
(Meryl Juster 3-30-26)
Juster said that those interested in the session should Register by sending an email to MJuster@chowc.org, or call 607-765-9059, more information is also available through The Children’s Home Facebook page or at chowc.org
The Sparkle Closet Project & the Sidney High School Student Council is hosting a clothing drive Tuesday through Thursday, with Collection Bins at the Elementary & High School entrance. Project Coordinator Victoria Gregory told WCDO News that they are focused of finding formal wear for area students who may not be able to afford it, but would still like to attend the prom:
(Victoria Gregory 3-30-26)
The Sparkle Closet Project has a Facebook page, or you can call or text Gregory at 607-226-3309 if you have items to donate or if you would like more information.
Applications are open for the Master Teacher Program and Master Counselors, which recognizes more than 1,600 outstanding public school teachers and counselors throughout the state. Teachers may apply at suny.edu/masterteacher and the deadline to apply is May 21st, Master Teachers and Master Counselors will receive a $15,000 stipend annually; and they will attend required regional meetings to participate in and lead professional development sessions each year.
The DCMO BOCES Harrold Campus is inviting local businesses & organizations to connect with graduates to discuss job opportunities, on Applications day on April 14th. The event will take place from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 PM, businesses interested in participating should call 865-2514.
The New York State Fair announced some of the acts that will be playing at the fair, which will run from August 26th to September 7th this year. Among the acts announced today are ZZ Top, Quiet Riot, Melissa Etheridge, Trace Adkins & The Commodores, All concerts are included with fair admission, Fair tickets will go on sale later this summer.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-30-26
Binghamton Police announced the recovery of the body of a man that was reported missing for several weeks. The body of 38 year-old Colyn Williams has been recovered from the banks of the Susquehanna River in Vestal. Vestal Police investigating Williams death, the cause of death does not appear to be criminal, the investigation is ongoing.
Former Binghamton mayor Matt Ryan announced that he is running for Broome County Sheriff, on the Democratic and Working Families lines. Ryan worked as a public defender & Mayor, Current Sheriff Fred Akshar is expected to seek re-election, running as a Republican.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Roxbury today from 1:00 to 5:30 at the Carriage House, at the Jay Gould Memorial Church, on Main Street, State Highway 30; to donate blood or platelets by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
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WCDO News — Wednesday 1-28-26
P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 1-28-25
Plans may be slowed down as Chenango County continues to plan for renovations at the Lt. Warren E. Eaton Airport, due to several factors, according to Chenango County Planning Director Shane Butler:
(Shane Butler 1-28-26)
Butler also said that they are working to get another grant that would help rejuvenate the runaway at the airport.
Another Virtual Foster Care Informational Session with Foster Care Home Finder Meryl Juster will be held in February, Juster told WCDO News about the program:
(Meryl Juster 1-28-26)
Juster said that those interested in the February 20th session should Register by sending an email to MJuster@chowc.org to receive a link for the online session. more information is also available through The Children's Home Facebook or at chowc.org
Chenango County officials announced that public transportation service will become available to the public on Monday, March 9, supplied by Cathay Express Transportation. To celebrate the return of public transit and welcome riders back on board, all rides on March 9th will be fare-free. More information is available at chenangocountyny.gov.
Clark Farms of Delhi announced today that they have decided to close the doors to the Creamery, and have ceased production starting today. The Farm store will remain open until all existing products have been sold, more information is available on the Clark Farms Facebook page.
The State DEC today filed a notice with the Federal Energy Regulatory Committee to oppose Constitution Pipeline Company, LLC’s petition to reissue a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity and override DEC’s oversight authority under the Clean Water Act for the proposed pipeline project. The DEC officials said that the company is attempting to bypass critical environmental reviews and undercut New York State’s regulatory authority. DEC did not waive its Clean Water Act Section 401 authority and will explore all available options to defend the state rights.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 1-28-26
The Broome County Sheriff's Office arrested 46 year old Dana DioGuardi of the Town of Chenango after allegedly stealing multiple vehicles, one containing two children in the Town of Chenango. Early Monday, Deputies responded to a report of a stolen vehicle, the owner had left the SUV running in the parking lot of the Dollar General on Route 12 as he was plowing snow using another vehicle, he saw a woman drive off with 2 children inside the vehicle, he followed in the 2nd vehicle, DioGuardi stopped, he pulled her out, she then tried to take the other vehicle but the owner removed her from that vehicle, she fled on foot & was uncooperative, fighting with deputies & kicking a State Trooper in the face. DioGuardi was charged with Grand Larceny, Attempted Grand Larceny, 2 Counts of Child Endangerment, 2 Counts of Kidnapping, Resisting Arrest, Obstruction of Governmental Administration, she was remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Roxbury today from 1 pm. - 5:30 pm., at the Carriage House, on Main Street, book an appointment to give blood or platelets now by using the Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS
Plans may be slowed down as Chenango County continues to plan for renovations at the Lt. Warren E. Eaton Airport, due to several factors, according to Chenango County Planning Director Shane Butler:
(Shane Butler 1-28-26)
Butler also said that they are working to get another grant that would help rejuvenate the runaway at the airport.
Another Virtual Foster Care Informational Session with Foster Care Home Finder Meryl Juster will be held in February, Juster told WCDO News about the program:
(Meryl Juster 1-28-26)
Juster said that those interested in the February 20th session should Register by sending an email to MJuster@chowc.org to receive a link for the online session. more information is also available through The Children's Home Facebook or at chowc.org
Chenango County officials announced that public transportation service will become available to the public on Monday, March 9, supplied by Cathay Express Transportation. To celebrate the return of public transit and welcome riders back on board, all rides on March 9th will be fare-free. More information is available at chenangocountyny.gov.
Clark Farms of Delhi announced today that they have decided to close the doors to the Creamery, and have ceased production starting today. The Farm store will remain open until all existing products have been sold, more information is available on the Clark Farms Facebook page.
The State DEC today filed a notice with the Federal Energy Regulatory Committee to oppose Constitution Pipeline Company, LLC’s petition to reissue a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity and override DEC’s oversight authority under the Clean Water Act for the proposed pipeline project. The DEC officials said that the company is attempting to bypass critical environmental reviews and undercut New York State’s regulatory authority. DEC did not waive its Clean Water Act Section 401 authority and will explore all available options to defend the state rights.
A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 1-28-26
The Broome County Sheriff's Office arrested 46 year old Dana DioGuardi of the Town of Chenango after allegedly stealing multiple vehicles, one containing two children in the Town of Chenango. Early Monday, Deputies responded to a report of a stolen vehicle, the owner had left the SUV running in the parking lot of the Dollar General on Route 12 as he was plowing snow using another vehicle, he saw a woman drive off with 2 children inside the vehicle, he followed in the 2nd vehicle, DioGuardi stopped, he pulled her out, she then tried to take the other vehicle but the owner removed her from that vehicle, she fled on foot & was uncooperative, fighting with deputies & kicking a State Trooper in the face. DioGuardi was charged with Grand Larceny, Attempted Grand Larceny, 2 Counts of Child Endangerment, 2 Counts of Kidnapping, Resisting Arrest, Obstruction of Governmental Administration, she was remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Roxbury today from 1 pm. - 5:30 pm., at the Carriage House, on Main Street, book an appointment to give blood or platelets now by using the Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS
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WCDO News — Tuesday 12-31-24
P.M. NEWS Tuesday 12-31-24
A new state law beginning tomorrow, will make the cost of Insulin on insurance cheaper. The law eliminates co-pays for insulin covered by health insurance plans, making New York the 1st state to eliminate co-pays. The American Diabetes Association estimates that about 1.8 million adult New Yorkers have the illness, the measure is expected to save New Yorkers $14 million in 2025.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 40 year old Eric Nelson of Afton for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Town of North Norwich. Nelson was arrested after Deputies initiated a traffic stop, Nelson was a passenger in the vehicle, he was found to be in possession of Methamphetamine. Nelson was transported to the Chenango County Sheriff's Office for processing & was released on an appearance ticket and is to appear in Court at a later date.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced that they are offering a Defensive Driving Course in Delhi next week. Drivers are able to reduce the cost of their auto insurance coverage by taking the Course offered at Chamber's Business Center in Delhi on Tuesday, January 7 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Certificates of completion will be issued to each participant’s home and New York State Department of Motor Vehicles will be notified of attendance. Students are responsible to notify their insurance carriers. The course fee is $35 and attendance is limited to 20 people. Advance registration is required by calling 607-538-9632.
Hill City Celebrations is hosting their annual New Year's Eve event today from 5:00 to 8:30 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street in Oneonta. A variety of entertainment is scheduled & families can still drive through Neahwa Park & see the lights on display, more information is available at the Hill City Celebration's Facebook page for this & other future events.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 12-31-24
Starting January 1st, the minimum wage will go up 50 cents, followed by another 50-cent increase starting January 1, 2026. The minimum wage will be set at $17 in New York City, Long Island, and Westchester County and the rest of the state will be set at $16. More information about minimum wage can be found on the New York State Department of Labor’s website at dol.ny.gov/minimum-wage.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 53 year old Donald Lane of Oneonta for Sex Offender Failure to Update Change of Address, Failure to Provide Updated Photograph and Failure to Complete Annual Verification. Lane was located in the City of Oneonta by the Oneonta Police Department and taken in to custody on an active warrant issued by the Town of Middlefield Court, he was turned over to deputies who processed him and lodged him in the Otsego County Correctional Facility to await Centralized Arraignment.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 33 year old Nicole Conklin of Otego for 3rd degree Assault following an investigation into a reported physical domestic dispute in the Village of Schenevus. Conklin caused physical injury to another party, she was later located and taken into custody and was then turned over to the Otsego County Correctional Facility to await arraignment, an order of protection was issued to protect the victim.
State Police were dispatched to I-81 in Cortlandville for a 2-vehicle crash with injuries. Police reported that a Toyota rear-ended a Honda, then traveled into the center median. Troopers broke the window of the Toyota to remove 54 year old Kenneth Thompson of McDonough, who was breathing but unconscious, he was taken to a Syracuse Hospital, the driver of the Honda, 43 year old Darrell Batchelor of Colorado & his passenger, 60 year old Eddy Larson of Wyoming were both checked out by EMS on scene but were not transported to a hospital. The investigation is on-going.
A new state law beginning tomorrow, will make the cost of Insulin on insurance cheaper. The law eliminates co-pays for insulin covered by health insurance plans, making New York the 1st state to eliminate co-pays. The American Diabetes Association estimates that about 1.8 million adult New Yorkers have the illness, the measure is expected to save New Yorkers $14 million in 2025.
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested 40 year old Eric Nelson of Afton for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Town of North Norwich. Nelson was arrested after Deputies initiated a traffic stop, Nelson was a passenger in the vehicle, he was found to be in possession of Methamphetamine. Nelson was transported to the Chenango County Sheriff's Office for processing & was released on an appearance ticket and is to appear in Court at a later date.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced that they are offering a Defensive Driving Course in Delhi next week. Drivers are able to reduce the cost of their auto insurance coverage by taking the Course offered at Chamber's Business Center in Delhi on Tuesday, January 7 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Certificates of completion will be issued to each participant’s home and New York State Department of Motor Vehicles will be notified of attendance. Students are responsible to notify their insurance carriers. The course fee is $35 and attendance is limited to 20 people. Advance registration is required by calling 607-538-9632.
Hill City Celebrations is hosting their annual New Year's Eve event today from 5:00 to 8:30 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street in Oneonta. A variety of entertainment is scheduled & families can still drive through Neahwa Park & see the lights on display, more information is available at the Hill City Celebration's Facebook page for this & other future events.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 12-31-24
Starting January 1st, the minimum wage will go up 50 cents, followed by another 50-cent increase starting January 1, 2026. The minimum wage will be set at $17 in New York City, Long Island, and Westchester County and the rest of the state will be set at $16. More information about minimum wage can be found on the New York State Department of Labor’s website at dol.ny.gov/minimum-wage.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 53 year old Donald Lane of Oneonta for Sex Offender Failure to Update Change of Address, Failure to Provide Updated Photograph and Failure to Complete Annual Verification. Lane was located in the City of Oneonta by the Oneonta Police Department and taken in to custody on an active warrant issued by the Town of Middlefield Court, he was turned over to deputies who processed him and lodged him in the Otsego County Correctional Facility to await Centralized Arraignment.
Otsego County Sheriff's Office arrested 33 year old Nicole Conklin of Otego for 3rd degree Assault following an investigation into a reported physical domestic dispute in the Village of Schenevus. Conklin caused physical injury to another party, she was later located and taken into custody and was then turned over to the Otsego County Correctional Facility to await arraignment, an order of protection was issued to protect the victim.
State Police were dispatched to I-81 in Cortlandville for a 2-vehicle crash with injuries. Police reported that a Toyota rear-ended a Honda, then traveled into the center median. Troopers broke the window of the Toyota to remove 54 year old Kenneth Thompson of McDonough, who was breathing but unconscious, he was taken to a Syracuse Hospital, the driver of the Honda, 43 year old Darrell Batchelor of Colorado & his passenger, 60 year old Eddy Larson of Wyoming were both checked out by EMS on scene but were not transported to a hospital. The investigation is on-going.
WCDO News — Thursday 5-30-24
P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-30-24
36 year old David Lettieri of Harpursville was convicted by a federal jury of enticement of a minor & was sentenced to serve 240 months in prison. In October 2020, Lettieri traveled from Broome County to meet a 13-year-old girl in a park in Wyoming County with the intent of having sexual intercourse, however sexual contact did not occur. The investigation recovered sexual communications between Lettieri and the victim, leading to his arrest & conviction.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 64 year old Richard Lamsen of Delhi following a harassment complaint in the Town of Delhi. On April 27th, Deputies were dispatched to a harassment complaint that had occurred at Curtis Lumber in Delhi, where Lamsen allegedly engaged in a physical altercation with the victim, which impeded the normal breathing of the victim. Deputies received a criminal summons from the Town of Delhi Court for Harassment and Criminal obstruction of breathing, he was released to appear before the Town of Delhi Court on a later date to answer the charges.
Assemblyman Joseph Angelino joined his Republican colleagues for a press conference this week to their package of bills promote rural equity in the state. Angelino stated that his bill aims to entice younger residents to volunteer with their local fire departments:
(Angelino 5-30-24)
Other aspects of the package of bills aim to improve cellular service, they are looking to get Support from Democrats in both houses to pass the package in the last weeks of the 2024 session.
32 year old Evan Middleton of Johnson City, pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance as a Second Felony Offender in Broome County Court. On April 6, 2023, Middleton was found to have 10 ounces of fentanyl at his residence during the execution of a warrant. Middleton will receive 8 years in State Prison followed by 3 years post-release supervision. He is scheduled to return back to court for sentencing on September 6th.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 29 year old Mercedes Torres of Oneonta on an Arrest Warrant for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tampering with Physical Evidence, Aggravated Unlicensed Operator and other related charges, stemming from a traffic stop investigation on April 1st. Deputies received notification Wednesday from State Police that they had Torres in custody for charges following a traffic stop and for an Arrest Warrant in Davenport. Torres was processed by State Police & was turned over to Delaware County Sheriff’s Office Deputies for the Arrest Warrant.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 5-30-24
On Wednesday, State Police, members of the Broome County Sheriff's Department, members of the Department of Transportation, family and friends joined the Skinner family remembering Trooper Christopher Skinner who was killed 10 years ago while conducting a traffic stop on Interstate 81 in the town of Chenango. Trooper Skinner was remembered at the site where he was struck on Interstate 81 between exits 7 and 8, he had been patrolling a construction zone and had made a traffic stop. He was in the process of interviewing the operator when a passing vehicle veered from the driving lane to intentionally strike Trooper Skinner. Trooper Skinner was killed instantly; he was 42 years old and a 13-year veteran, Almond Upton was convicted in 2016 of Murder in the first degree and died in prison in 2018.
Springbrook will be hold an Open House & Ribbon Cutting at “The Ford on Main” at 186-212 Main Street in Oneonta today, Springbrook Director of Marketing Michael Basso explains:
(Michael Basso 5-17-24)
The Open House today will be from 5:00 – 9:00 pm, and it is open to the public.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 30 year old Michael Stein of Delhi, after Deputies responded last Thursday to an Assault Complaint in the Town of Delhi. Stein allegedly struck another individual in the head with a baseball bat after a verbal altercation, he was charged with Assault, Criminal Mischief, Menacing, Criminal Possession of a Weapon & and Obstructing Governmental Administration. Stein was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility in lieu of $25,000 cash, $50,000 secured bond.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today from 9 am. - 2 pm., at the DCMO Harrold BOCES, on State Route 206, Appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
36 year old David Lettieri of Harpursville was convicted by a federal jury of enticement of a minor & was sentenced to serve 240 months in prison. In October 2020, Lettieri traveled from Broome County to meet a 13-year-old girl in a park in Wyoming County with the intent of having sexual intercourse, however sexual contact did not occur. The investigation recovered sexual communications between Lettieri and the victim, leading to his arrest & conviction.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 64 year old Richard Lamsen of Delhi following a harassment complaint in the Town of Delhi. On April 27th, Deputies were dispatched to a harassment complaint that had occurred at Curtis Lumber in Delhi, where Lamsen allegedly engaged in a physical altercation with the victim, which impeded the normal breathing of the victim. Deputies received a criminal summons from the Town of Delhi Court for Harassment and Criminal obstruction of breathing, he was released to appear before the Town of Delhi Court on a later date to answer the charges.
Assemblyman Joseph Angelino joined his Republican colleagues for a press conference this week to their package of bills promote rural equity in the state. Angelino stated that his bill aims to entice younger residents to volunteer with their local fire departments:
(Angelino 5-30-24)
Other aspects of the package of bills aim to improve cellular service, they are looking to get Support from Democrats in both houses to pass the package in the last weeks of the 2024 session.
32 year old Evan Middleton of Johnson City, pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance as a Second Felony Offender in Broome County Court. On April 6, 2023, Middleton was found to have 10 ounces of fentanyl at his residence during the execution of a warrant. Middleton will receive 8 years in State Prison followed by 3 years post-release supervision. He is scheduled to return back to court for sentencing on September 6th.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 29 year old Mercedes Torres of Oneonta on an Arrest Warrant for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tampering with Physical Evidence, Aggravated Unlicensed Operator and other related charges, stemming from a traffic stop investigation on April 1st. Deputies received notification Wednesday from State Police that they had Torres in custody for charges following a traffic stop and for an Arrest Warrant in Davenport. Torres was processed by State Police & was turned over to Delaware County Sheriff’s Office Deputies for the Arrest Warrant.
A.M. NEWS Thursday 5-30-24
On Wednesday, State Police, members of the Broome County Sheriff's Department, members of the Department of Transportation, family and friends joined the Skinner family remembering Trooper Christopher Skinner who was killed 10 years ago while conducting a traffic stop on Interstate 81 in the town of Chenango. Trooper Skinner was remembered at the site where he was struck on Interstate 81 between exits 7 and 8, he had been patrolling a construction zone and had made a traffic stop. He was in the process of interviewing the operator when a passing vehicle veered from the driving lane to intentionally strike Trooper Skinner. Trooper Skinner was killed instantly; he was 42 years old and a 13-year veteran, Almond Upton was convicted in 2016 of Murder in the first degree and died in prison in 2018.
Springbrook will be hold an Open House & Ribbon Cutting at “The Ford on Main” at 186-212 Main Street in Oneonta today, Springbrook Director of Marketing Michael Basso explains:
(Michael Basso 5-17-24)
The Open House today will be from 5:00 – 9:00 pm, and it is open to the public.
Delaware County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 30 year old Michael Stein of Delhi, after Deputies responded last Thursday to an Assault Complaint in the Town of Delhi. Stein allegedly struck another individual in the head with a baseball bat after a verbal altercation, he was charged with Assault, Criminal Mischief, Menacing, Criminal Possession of a Weapon & and Obstructing Governmental Administration. Stein was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility in lieu of $25,000 cash, $50,000 secured bond.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today from 9 am. - 2 pm., at the DCMO Harrold BOCES, on State Route 206, Appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
WCDO News — Tuesday 1-17-23
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 1-17-23
Oneonta Police Department responded On the morning of Saturday, January 14th, at 8:58 a.m., for a report of a person down in Neahwa Park. Officers responded with members of the Oneonta Fire Department and located a 35-year-old male who was unresponsive and later declared deceased by Otsego County Coroner Terry Knapp. The male was identified, and his family notified of his passing. A death investigation was completed by the Oneonta Police Detective division and revealed no indication of foul play. Oneonta Police are not releasing the name of the deceased.
The Raymond Corporation of Greene will be holding a Job Fair this Saturday at their facility, Executive Vice President Steve Van Nostrand told WCDO News what positions they will be looking to fill:
(Steve Van Nostrand 1-17-23)
The Raymond Job Fair will be Saturday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, at 22 South Canal Street in Greene.
The Norwich City School District reported that on Early Friday morning, cafeteria staff in the Gibson school were following protocol, washing bananas to serve our students, employees discovered a scorpion in the bananas. It was quickly contained. Cafeteria and custodial staff followed all protocols and no staff or students were harmed in the discovery. In addition, High School Zoology students were able to capitalize on the discovery and feed it crickets and study it under a glow light. Norwich school Officials believe that the scorpion traveled to Norwich from Guatemala, in the banana box.
State Police arrested 24 year old Patrick Combs of Roxbury for Grand Larceny, Criminal Possession of Cannabis and Operating a Motor Vehicle while Under the Influence of Drugs. State Police were called to State Highway 30 in the town of Roxbury Sunday for a report of a larceny by a store employee. A preliminary investigation determined that Combs stole $2000 from a safe and then left the store in his vehicle. Troopers located Combs and when approaching his vehicle could smell an odor of cannabis. While conducting an inventory of the vehicle, Troopers located a large amount of cannabis, a weight scale, drug paraphernalia and alcohol. The investigation is ongoing.
Congressman Marc Molinaro announced he has been selected to serve on the House Committee on Agriculture and the House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure for the 118th Congress. Congressman Molinaro represents New York’s 19th Congressional District
The State Department of Health announced that the XBB.1.5. variant is now the most dominant strain in New York, accounting for more than 50 percent of COVID-19 infections statewide, the strain is more transmissible than other circulating variants, though there is not yet clear evidence of significant changes to virulence or severity of disease. Currently over 3400 New Yorkers are hospitalized with COVID. The Health Department's weekly flu surveillance report for the week ending January 7, shows influenza remaining widespread throughout the state for a fourteenth consecutive week, with a total of 293,541 positive cases across all 62 counties reported to date. Confirmed cases statewide dropped 36 percent, while overall hospitalizations were down 34 percent from the previous week with 1621 hospitalized.
The State DOT reported that a tractor trailer jack-knifed on I-88 at about 11:30 this morning in the westbound between Exit 12 Otego and Exit 11. both lanes were blocked & traffic was detoured to state Route 7. DOT officials and other emergency personnel were on scene. WCDO will have additional details as they become available.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 1-17-23
State Police will step up speed enforcement efforts along the New York portion of U.S. Highway 20 today, as part of a 1 day project, targeted at reducing speed related crashes on non-interstate highways. The program was created by the Iowa State Patrol, U.S. Highway 20 spans 3,365 miles coast to coast. New York State has jurisdiction over 372 miles of the highway, other participating states include Iowa, Montana, Wyoming, Nebraska, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and Pennsylvania.
State Police located 58-year-old Jan Dager of Salisbury in Herkimer County, deceased in a wooded area about half a mile from his home. Dager was reported missing from his home January 14th, The investigation is on-going.
Village of Sidney announced that the water service disruption will be starting around 9:00 AM Tuesday, water system customers north of the Susquehanna River along Route 8 and the surrounding areas will experience water service disruptions, until about 4:00 PM. This service disruption is associated with the Village of Sidney’s work to install new water mains under the Unadilla and Susquehanna Rivers.
The Sidney Police Department in 2022 handled a total of 3,050 calls for service. 1,791 were criminal in nature, while 1,259 were non-criminal in nature. Sidney Police responded to 85 were false business alarms, 100 were animal complaints, 196 were EMS or Fire related, there were 61 were mental health incidents. Sidney Police had 445 arrests consisting of 181 Violations, 204 Misdemeanors, 60 Felonies, 319 Traffic tickets were issued there were 389 Warnings, Sidney Police responded to 95 Motor vehicle accidents & 92 Parking tickets were issued.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting this morning at 7:30 am. the meeting will be held at the back of Bob's Diner. All are welcome to attend.
Oneonta Police Department responded On the morning of Saturday, January 14th, at 8:58 a.m., for a report of a person down in Neahwa Park. Officers responded with members of the Oneonta Fire Department and located a 35-year-old male who was unresponsive and later declared deceased by Otsego County Coroner Terry Knapp. The male was identified, and his family notified of his passing. A death investigation was completed by the Oneonta Police Detective division and revealed no indication of foul play. Oneonta Police are not releasing the name of the deceased.
The Raymond Corporation of Greene will be holding a Job Fair this Saturday at their facility, Executive Vice President Steve Van Nostrand told WCDO News what positions they will be looking to fill:
(Steve Van Nostrand 1-17-23)
The Raymond Job Fair will be Saturday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, at 22 South Canal Street in Greene.
The Norwich City School District reported that on Early Friday morning, cafeteria staff in the Gibson school were following protocol, washing bananas to serve our students, employees discovered a scorpion in the bananas. It was quickly contained. Cafeteria and custodial staff followed all protocols and no staff or students were harmed in the discovery. In addition, High School Zoology students were able to capitalize on the discovery and feed it crickets and study it under a glow light. Norwich school Officials believe that the scorpion traveled to Norwich from Guatemala, in the banana box.
State Police arrested 24 year old Patrick Combs of Roxbury for Grand Larceny, Criminal Possession of Cannabis and Operating a Motor Vehicle while Under the Influence of Drugs. State Police were called to State Highway 30 in the town of Roxbury Sunday for a report of a larceny by a store employee. A preliminary investigation determined that Combs stole $2000 from a safe and then left the store in his vehicle. Troopers located Combs and when approaching his vehicle could smell an odor of cannabis. While conducting an inventory of the vehicle, Troopers located a large amount of cannabis, a weight scale, drug paraphernalia and alcohol. The investigation is ongoing.
Congressman Marc Molinaro announced he has been selected to serve on the House Committee on Agriculture and the House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure for the 118th Congress. Congressman Molinaro represents New York’s 19th Congressional District
The State Department of Health announced that the XBB.1.5. variant is now the most dominant strain in New York, accounting for more than 50 percent of COVID-19 infections statewide, the strain is more transmissible than other circulating variants, though there is not yet clear evidence of significant changes to virulence or severity of disease. Currently over 3400 New Yorkers are hospitalized with COVID. The Health Department's weekly flu surveillance report for the week ending January 7, shows influenza remaining widespread throughout the state for a fourteenth consecutive week, with a total of 293,541 positive cases across all 62 counties reported to date. Confirmed cases statewide dropped 36 percent, while overall hospitalizations were down 34 percent from the previous week with 1621 hospitalized.
The State DOT reported that a tractor trailer jack-knifed on I-88 at about 11:30 this morning in the westbound between Exit 12 Otego and Exit 11. both lanes were blocked & traffic was detoured to state Route 7. DOT officials and other emergency personnel were on scene. WCDO will have additional details as they become available.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 1-17-23
State Police will step up speed enforcement efforts along the New York portion of U.S. Highway 20 today, as part of a 1 day project, targeted at reducing speed related crashes on non-interstate highways. The program was created by the Iowa State Patrol, U.S. Highway 20 spans 3,365 miles coast to coast. New York State has jurisdiction over 372 miles of the highway, other participating states include Iowa, Montana, Wyoming, Nebraska, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and Pennsylvania.
State Police located 58-year-old Jan Dager of Salisbury in Herkimer County, deceased in a wooded area about half a mile from his home. Dager was reported missing from his home January 14th, The investigation is on-going.
Village of Sidney announced that the water service disruption will be starting around 9:00 AM Tuesday, water system customers north of the Susquehanna River along Route 8 and the surrounding areas will experience water service disruptions, until about 4:00 PM. This service disruption is associated with the Village of Sidney’s work to install new water mains under the Unadilla and Susquehanna Rivers.
The Sidney Police Department in 2022 handled a total of 3,050 calls for service. 1,791 were criminal in nature, while 1,259 were non-criminal in nature. Sidney Police responded to 85 were false business alarms, 100 were animal complaints, 196 were EMS or Fire related, there were 61 were mental health incidents. Sidney Police had 445 arrests consisting of 181 Violations, 204 Misdemeanors, 60 Felonies, 319 Traffic tickets were issued there were 389 Warnings, Sidney Police responded to 95 Motor vehicle accidents & 92 Parking tickets were issued.
The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting this morning at 7:30 am. the meeting will be held at the back of Bob's Diner. All are welcome to attend.
BAINBRIDGE CHAMBER OF COMMERCECONGRESSMAN MARC MOLINAROGIBSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLHerkimer CountyJAN DAGERNew YorkNORWICH SCHOOL DISTRICTNYONEONTA POLICE DEPARTMENTOtegoPATRICK COMBSRAYMOND CORPORATIONSALISBURYSIDNEY POLICE DEPARTMENTSTATE DOTState Health DepartmentSTEVE VAN NOSTRANDUNADILLAVILLAGE OF SIDNEYWCDO
WCDO News — Friday 7-29-22
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-29-22
The Norwich Theater Company & the Chenango Arts Council presents "Once Upon A Mattress" this weekend, with the 1st performance tonight in Norwich, Mary Beth Miller of the Chenango Arts Council comments:
(Mary Beth Miller 7-29-22)
The performances will all be at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich.
US Senator Chuck Schumer announced Thursday that a federal bill designed to bolster semiconductor manufacturing passed in the House of Representatives after passing in the U.S. Senate Wednesday. The bill would allow the United States to better compete with international rivals & keep technology jobs in America, the . Schumer said that the White Pine and the Marcy nano center In New York, should greatly benefit after President Biden signs the bill.
The National Weather Service investigators confirmed an EF 2 tornado Thursday Morning in Western NY. Investigators determined that the tornado touched down in the Town of Java in Wyoming County, for about 20 minutes, with winds of 115 miles per hour, it traveled 10 miles and had a width was 200 yards. A barn was destroyed but none of the livestock were injured.
The State DEC announced that the beach at Glimmerglass State Park on Otsego Lake has been closed for swimming due to a Harmful Algae Bloom. DEC officials said that other beaches on the lake at 3 Mile Point, and Fairy Springs remain open, but are being monitored.
The Sidney Police Department & State Police, participated Thursday in the "Go for the Gold" event at the Dunkin Donuts Location at the Speedway convenience store at State Route 7 and 8. This fund raising event benefits the Special Olympics of New York, the local effort raised $1,967 for the athletes of the Special Olympics.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-29-22
The 1st Chenango County Wine, Beer, and Food Festival presented by Commerce Chenango Tourism will be held Saturday at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich from 11 am. to 7 pm. Commerce Chenango President & CEO Kerri Green explains:
(Kerri Green 7-29-22)
More information is available at Chenangowbffest.com, or on their Facebook, Twitter or Instagram pages.
The Greater Oneonta Historical Society will hold another Walking Tour Saturday. Bob Brzozowski and Lorraine Tyler lead a tour of the Walnut Street Historic District, This tour will meet at 4pm at the Wilber Mansion on Ford Avenue. Parking is available in the nearby Dietz Street Parking Lot.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Oneonta today, from 12:00 Noon until 6:00 PM, at the Quality Inn, on State Route. To donate blood, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.
The Norwich Theater Company & the Chenango Arts Council presents "Once Upon A Mattress" this weekend, with the 1st performance tonight in Norwich, Mary Beth Miller of the Chenango Arts Council comments:
(Mary Beth Miller 7-29-22)
The performances will all be at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich.
US Senator Chuck Schumer announced Thursday that a federal bill designed to bolster semiconductor manufacturing passed in the House of Representatives after passing in the U.S. Senate Wednesday. The bill would allow the United States to better compete with international rivals & keep technology jobs in America, the . Schumer said that the White Pine and the Marcy nano center In New York, should greatly benefit after President Biden signs the bill.
The National Weather Service investigators confirmed an EF 2 tornado Thursday Morning in Western NY. Investigators determined that the tornado touched down in the Town of Java in Wyoming County, for about 20 minutes, with winds of 115 miles per hour, it traveled 10 miles and had a width was 200 yards. A barn was destroyed but none of the livestock were injured.
The State DEC announced that the beach at Glimmerglass State Park on Otsego Lake has been closed for swimming due to a Harmful Algae Bloom. DEC officials said that other beaches on the lake at 3 Mile Point, and Fairy Springs remain open, but are being monitored.
The Sidney Police Department & State Police, participated Thursday in the "Go for the Gold" event at the Dunkin Donuts Location at the Speedway convenience store at State Route 7 and 8. This fund raising event benefits the Special Olympics of New York, the local effort raised $1,967 for the athletes of the Special Olympics.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-29-22
The 1st Chenango County Wine, Beer, and Food Festival presented by Commerce Chenango Tourism will be held Saturday at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich from 11 am. to 7 pm. Commerce Chenango President & CEO Kerri Green explains:
(Kerri Green 7-29-22)
More information is available at Chenangowbffest.com, or on their Facebook, Twitter or Instagram pages.
The Greater Oneonta Historical Society will hold another Walking Tour Saturday. Bob Brzozowski and Lorraine Tyler lead a tour of the Walnut Street Historic District, This tour will meet at 4pm at the Wilber Mansion on Ford Avenue. Parking is available in the nearby Dietz Street Parking Lot.
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Oneonta today, from 12:00 Noon until 6:00 PM, at the Quality Inn, on State Route. To donate blood, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.
American red CrossBOB BRZOZSKICHENANGO COUNTY FAIRGROUNDSCHENANGO WINE BEER AND FOOD FESTIVALCommerce ChenangoDUNKIN DONUTSGREATER ONEONTA HISTORICAL SOCIETYJAVAKerri GreenLORRAINE TYLERMARY BETH MILLERNATIONAL WEATHER SERVICENorwichNORWICH THEATER COMPANYONEONTA QUALITY INNSIDNEY POLICE DEPARTMENTU.S. SCHUMERWCDO
WCDO News — Tuesday 9-22-20
P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-22-20
Governor Cuomo reported that the state had 754 new Positive COVID 19 tests Monday, out of almost 84,000 tests administered. 451,227 New Yorkers have tested positive for the virus since March, there were 470 people hospitalized Monday, there were 3 deaths state wide, the number of deaths since March is 25,431.
New York added five states to its official 14 day quarantine list on Tuesday; the states are Arizona, Minnesota, Nevada, Rhode Island and Wyoming. No states were removed from the list. The Full list is at coronavirus.health.ny.gov.
Chenango County Public Health announced today that they are reporting 248 total COVID 19 cases, with 5 Active Cases, 1 Hospitalization & 81 Active Quarantines. The County reports 7 deaths, 223 recoveries & they have conducte4d about 27,500 tests since March.
Chenango County Health Department announced that they will have 3 Drive-through rabies clinics this year. The next one will be in Bainbridge at General Clinton Park on October 10th from 9:00 to 11:00, one is also scheduled at the Sherburne Earlville High School bus garage on October 31st from 9:00 to 11:00 and another will be held at the South New Berlin Fire Station on December 5th from 9:00 to 11:00, Pre-Registration is Required at health.ny.gov/go2clinic/9 or by calling 337-1673.
A Laurens woman pleaded not guilty in Otsego County Court Monday on charges of 2nd degree rape & disseminating indecent material to a minor. 37 year old Shelly Young is accused of performing sexual acts with a 15 year old, Young faces court action at a later date & is free on bail.
The Greater Oneonta Historical Society's 14th annual benefit auction will be 2 virtual auctions this year, they have contracted with 32Auctions, and the 1st auction has about a dozen items. The auction will open on Friday September 25 at 10:00 AM, and will close on Sunday September 27 at 9:00 PM, Society Executive Director Bob Brzozowski told WCDO news of some of the items offered this weekend:
(Bob Brzozowski 9-22-20)
The link for the preliminary auction is 32auctions.com/GOHSMiniAuction; a 2nd bigger auction is scheduled online November 15 to November 21. More information is available at 432-0960 or by email: info@OneontaHistory.org. The History Center at 183 Main Street in Oneonta will be open during the auction on Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and can assist visitors with online auction questions.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-22-20
The Otsego County Department of Health, Bassett Medical Center & the State Department of Health have partnered to provide a rapid testing to Otsego County residents Today & Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street in Oneonta, pre-registration is required at 547-4279.
Otsego County Department of Health reported 3 new COVID 19 cases over the past 2 days & 1 death has also been reported. The 3 new cases gives Otsego County 869 total confirmed cases, there are 19 active cases, 1 hospitalization, 7 deaths, 694 confirmed cases are linked to SUNY Oneonta & 16 confirmed cases in Hartwick College students.
Delaware County Public Health reported 1 more positive COVID 19 case Monday, bringing their total to 118. There are 2 active cases, with 1 person hospitalized, 12 are quarantined, 6 have died & 110 have recovered.
Commerce Chenango & The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce have teamed up for an event today where there members can get answer to questions they may have from the Small Business Administration officials. Delaware County Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:
(Ray Pucci 9-18-20)
The online event will be held Today from 12:00 PM thru 1:00 PM, more information is available from Commerce Chenango at 334-1400 or the Delaware County Chamber at 746-2281
Chenango Arts Council announced that their Mariea Brown and Raymond Loft Galleries will reopen to the public on Today, with the Photography exhibit "Water- Different Forms”; Chenango Arts Council Director Alecia O'Neill explains:
(Alecia O'Neill 9-22-20)
O'Neill said that the public can visit the show until October 2, Masks and social distancing will be required, at the Gallery at the Arts Council at 27 West Main Street, Norwich. More information is available at ChenangoArts.org as well as on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or by calling 336-2787.
Governor Cuomo reported that the state had 754 new Positive COVID 19 tests Monday, out of almost 84,000 tests administered. 451,227 New Yorkers have tested positive for the virus since March, there were 470 people hospitalized Monday, there were 3 deaths state wide, the number of deaths since March is 25,431.
New York added five states to its official 14 day quarantine list on Tuesday; the states are Arizona, Minnesota, Nevada, Rhode Island and Wyoming. No states were removed from the list. The Full list is at coronavirus.health.ny.gov.
Chenango County Public Health announced today that they are reporting 248 total COVID 19 cases, with 5 Active Cases, 1 Hospitalization & 81 Active Quarantines. The County reports 7 deaths, 223 recoveries & they have conducte4d about 27,500 tests since March.
Chenango County Health Department announced that they will have 3 Drive-through rabies clinics this year. The next one will be in Bainbridge at General Clinton Park on October 10th from 9:00 to 11:00, one is also scheduled at the Sherburne Earlville High School bus garage on October 31st from 9:00 to 11:00 and another will be held at the South New Berlin Fire Station on December 5th from 9:00 to 11:00, Pre-Registration is Required at health.ny.gov/go2clinic/9 or by calling 337-1673.
A Laurens woman pleaded not guilty in Otsego County Court Monday on charges of 2nd degree rape & disseminating indecent material to a minor. 37 year old Shelly Young is accused of performing sexual acts with a 15 year old, Young faces court action at a later date & is free on bail.
The Greater Oneonta Historical Society's 14th annual benefit auction will be 2 virtual auctions this year, they have contracted with 32Auctions, and the 1st auction has about a dozen items. The auction will open on Friday September 25 at 10:00 AM, and will close on Sunday September 27 at 9:00 PM, Society Executive Director Bob Brzozowski told WCDO news of some of the items offered this weekend:
(Bob Brzozowski 9-22-20)
The link for the preliminary auction is 32auctions.com/GOHSMiniAuction; a 2nd bigger auction is scheduled online November 15 to November 21. More information is available at 432-0960 or by email: info@OneontaHistory.org. The History Center at 183 Main Street in Oneonta will be open during the auction on Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and can assist visitors with online auction questions.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-22-20
The Otsego County Department of Health, Bassett Medical Center & the State Department of Health have partnered to provide a rapid testing to Otsego County residents Today & Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street in Oneonta, pre-registration is required at 547-4279.
Otsego County Department of Health reported 3 new COVID 19 cases over the past 2 days & 1 death has also been reported. The 3 new cases gives Otsego County 869 total confirmed cases, there are 19 active cases, 1 hospitalization, 7 deaths, 694 confirmed cases are linked to SUNY Oneonta & 16 confirmed cases in Hartwick College students.
Delaware County Public Health reported 1 more positive COVID 19 case Monday, bringing their total to 118. There are 2 active cases, with 1 person hospitalized, 12 are quarantined, 6 have died & 110 have recovered.
Commerce Chenango & The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce have teamed up for an event today where there members can get answer to questions they may have from the Small Business Administration officials. Delaware County Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:
(Ray Pucci 9-18-20)
The online event will be held Today from 12:00 PM thru 1:00 PM, more information is available from Commerce Chenango at 334-1400 or the Delaware County Chamber at 746-2281
Chenango Arts Council announced that their Mariea Brown and Raymond Loft Galleries will reopen to the public on Today, with the Photography exhibit "Water- Different Forms”; Chenango Arts Council Director Alecia O'Neill explains:
(Alecia O'Neill 9-22-20)
O'Neill said that the public can visit the show until October 2, Masks and social distancing will be required, at the Gallery at the Arts Council at 27 West Main Street, Norwich. More information is available at ChenangoArts.org as well as on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or by calling 336-2787.
ALECIA O'NEILLBainbridgeBASSETT MEDICAL CENTERBOB BRZOZOWSKICHENANGO COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTHCommerce ChenangoDelaware County Public HealthDELAWARE COUNTYCHAMBER OF COMMERCEFoothills Performing Arts CenterGENERAL CLINTON PARKGovernor CuomoGREATER ONEONTA HISTORICAL SOCIETYLAURENSMAREIA BROWN & RAYMOND LOFT GALLERIESNew YorkNorwichNYOneontaOTSEGO COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTState Health Department
WCDO News — Friday 9-4-20
P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-4-20
SUNY Oneonta received test results from the earliest employee COVID-19 screenings, which were conducted on September 2nd, none of 208 employees tested were positive. As of this morning, the number of students in isolation was 138, up from 117 yesterday evening. The number of students in quarantine was 43, down from 46 yesterday. Hartwick College announced today that they have determined that a 5th student has tested positive for COVID-19, The Department of Health is responsible for contact tracing and will notify individuals with whom the student may have had contact.
State Police responded to a 2-person fatal crash in the town of German at Chenango County Road 2 near County Road 5 at about 2:10 Thursday Afternoon. Police reported that a passerby saw marks in the roadway with trees and brush down, found a crashed vehicle & called 911. A preliminary investigation indicates that the vehicle went off the roadway for an unknown reason and crashed; both occupants were ejected, and were removed from the scene to Lourdes Hospital for an autopsy. The driver has been identified as 26 year old Matthew Monroe of Willet, the passenger was 26 year old Judah Harris of Whitney Point, the investigation is continuing.
State Police have arrested 28 year old James Haines of Richford after he fired a weapon in the direction of 2 troopers in the town of Richford, he then fled the area. Haines has been charged with 1st degree attempted murder with more charges pending. Troopers responded Thursday evening at around 6:30 to a residence on Light Road in search of Haines, who had been involved in a dispute in the village of Spencer. Troopers found Haines and he fired a weapon in the direction of the troopers then fled. No troopers were injured. Haines turned himself into police early this morning.
Commerce Chenango Unveiled a new logo & website at a small gathering at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich Thursday night, Commerce Chenango CEO Kerri Green explains:
(Kerri Green 9-4-20)
The site is at commercechenango.com, Green said that members will be getting an email with log in information regarding the new website.
Early Thursday morning at about 4:35 AM, State Police responded to the report of an overturned refuse trailer on State Route 17 in the town of Deposit. Troopers located the truck blocking both westbound lanes. Police said that the truck traveled off the roadway and into a ditch, tipped on its side and lost all of its contents. The operator of the truck was 57 year old Danny Robertshaw of Elmira; he was taken to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City for an evaluation. No other vehicles were involved and no one else was injured. The State DOT and a DEC Spill Response team responded to the scene.
2 teens are still missing from the Children’s Home of Wyoming Conference, State Troopers were dispatched to the home in the town of Fenton on August 11th, are still missing. Andrew Wellman Jr. is a 16-year-old white male with brown hair and brown eyes, he is 5’8” and weighs approximately 165 pounds, and he was last seen wearing a white windbreaker, black pants and a red/white/blue bandanna. Wellman has ties to the Endicott area. 14 year old Giovanni Spagnola is a 14-year-old light skinned black male with brown hair and brown eyes, he is 5’6” and weighs approximately 145 pounds, he was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, dark blue or black pants and a pink/purple bandana. Spagnola has ties to the Auburn and Syracuse area. Anyone with information is asked to call State Police at 775-1241.
Governor Cuomo announced that the rate of infection for COVID tests in New York State remains at or below 1% on Thursday, for the 4th consecutive week. There were 864 new positives on Thursday, giving the state a total of 437,971, there were 5 COVID deaths, and the Total number of Deaths is 25,348. Patient Hospitalization was down to 428, there are 116 ICU patients and 61 were on Ventilators Thursday.
Chenango County Public Health updated their COVID 19 numbers today, they report 230 total cases, 4 are active, with 2 hospitalizations, & 78 quarantines. Since March there have been 7 deaths, 206 recoveries, and over 23,400 tests have been administered.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-4-20
SUNY Oneonta reported that 118 more people have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total number to 507. SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras directed SUNY Oneonta to send on-campus students home and stop all in-person classes and activities for the rest of the fall semester; all classes will be held virtually.
State Police and Local Law Enforcement Will continue with the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Campaign through Monday, Labor Day. State Police will be patrolling & will be looking for Drunk or impaired driver, they will also be enforcing the state's Move Over Law & will also be looking for distracted drivers.
The Otsego County Department of Health continues to investigate a large outbreak of Coronavirus involving SUNY Oneonta students. 336 individuals were tested at the rapid testing sites on Wednesday in Oneonta, 3.5% of those tested were positive. All of those were in college students. The 3 sites are open today & Saturday in Oneonta for free rapid testing for COVID 19, following the outbreak at SUNY Oneonta. The sites will be open from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM at the Oneonta Armory at 4 Academy Street, The Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street & the St. James Church at 305 Main Street. Testing is by appointment only by calling 833-NYSTRNG.
Delaware County Public Health received no positive lab reports for COVID-19. The County reports 110 positive cases. 98 recoveries, 6 active cases are isolating at Home, 6 have died & 36 are under Mandatory Quarantine: 36
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli announced the arrest of Kristina Hand, former treasurer of the Morris Central School District in Otsego County, following a joint investigation by his office, the United States Attorney for the Northern District of New York, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the New York State Police. Hand allegedly stole $22,000 from the district to fund her personal shopping; she will face court action shortly.
SUNY Oneonta received test results from the earliest employee COVID-19 screenings, which were conducted on September 2nd, none of 208 employees tested were positive. As of this morning, the number of students in isolation was 138, up from 117 yesterday evening. The number of students in quarantine was 43, down from 46 yesterday. Hartwick College announced today that they have determined that a 5th student has tested positive for COVID-19, The Department of Health is responsible for contact tracing and will notify individuals with whom the student may have had contact.
State Police responded to a 2-person fatal crash in the town of German at Chenango County Road 2 near County Road 5 at about 2:10 Thursday Afternoon. Police reported that a passerby saw marks in the roadway with trees and brush down, found a crashed vehicle & called 911. A preliminary investigation indicates that the vehicle went off the roadway for an unknown reason and crashed; both occupants were ejected, and were removed from the scene to Lourdes Hospital for an autopsy. The driver has been identified as 26 year old Matthew Monroe of Willet, the passenger was 26 year old Judah Harris of Whitney Point, the investigation is continuing.
State Police have arrested 28 year old James Haines of Richford after he fired a weapon in the direction of 2 troopers in the town of Richford, he then fled the area. Haines has been charged with 1st degree attempted murder with more charges pending. Troopers responded Thursday evening at around 6:30 to a residence on Light Road in search of Haines, who had been involved in a dispute in the village of Spencer. Troopers found Haines and he fired a weapon in the direction of the troopers then fled. No troopers were injured. Haines turned himself into police early this morning.
Commerce Chenango Unveiled a new logo & website at a small gathering at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich Thursday night, Commerce Chenango CEO Kerri Green explains:
(Kerri Green 9-4-20)
The site is at commercechenango.com, Green said that members will be getting an email with log in information regarding the new website.
Early Thursday morning at about 4:35 AM, State Police responded to the report of an overturned refuse trailer on State Route 17 in the town of Deposit. Troopers located the truck blocking both westbound lanes. Police said that the truck traveled off the roadway and into a ditch, tipped on its side and lost all of its contents. The operator of the truck was 57 year old Danny Robertshaw of Elmira; he was taken to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City for an evaluation. No other vehicles were involved and no one else was injured. The State DOT and a DEC Spill Response team responded to the scene.
2 teens are still missing from the Children’s Home of Wyoming Conference, State Troopers were dispatched to the home in the town of Fenton on August 11th, are still missing. Andrew Wellman Jr. is a 16-year-old white male with brown hair and brown eyes, he is 5’8” and weighs approximately 165 pounds, and he was last seen wearing a white windbreaker, black pants and a red/white/blue bandanna. Wellman has ties to the Endicott area. 14 year old Giovanni Spagnola is a 14-year-old light skinned black male with brown hair and brown eyes, he is 5’6” and weighs approximately 145 pounds, he was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, dark blue or black pants and a pink/purple bandana. Spagnola has ties to the Auburn and Syracuse area. Anyone with information is asked to call State Police at 775-1241.
Governor Cuomo announced that the rate of infection for COVID tests in New York State remains at or below 1% on Thursday, for the 4th consecutive week. There were 864 new positives on Thursday, giving the state a total of 437,971, there were 5 COVID deaths, and the Total number of Deaths is 25,348. Patient Hospitalization was down to 428, there are 116 ICU patients and 61 were on Ventilators Thursday.
Chenango County Public Health updated their COVID 19 numbers today, they report 230 total cases, 4 are active, with 2 hospitalizations, & 78 quarantines. Since March there have been 7 deaths, 206 recoveries, and over 23,400 tests have been administered.
A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-4-20
SUNY Oneonta reported that 118 more people have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total number to 507. SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras directed SUNY Oneonta to send on-campus students home and stop all in-person classes and activities for the rest of the fall semester; all classes will be held virtually.
State Police and Local Law Enforcement Will continue with the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Campaign through Monday, Labor Day. State Police will be patrolling & will be looking for Drunk or impaired driver, they will also be enforcing the state's Move Over Law & will also be looking for distracted drivers.
The Otsego County Department of Health continues to investigate a large outbreak of Coronavirus involving SUNY Oneonta students. 336 individuals were tested at the rapid testing sites on Wednesday in Oneonta, 3.5% of those tested were positive. All of those were in college students. The 3 sites are open today & Saturday in Oneonta for free rapid testing for COVID 19, following the outbreak at SUNY Oneonta. The sites will be open from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM at the Oneonta Armory at 4 Academy Street, The Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street & the St. James Church at 305 Main Street. Testing is by appointment only by calling 833-NYSTRNG.
Delaware County Public Health received no positive lab reports for COVID-19. The County reports 110 positive cases. 98 recoveries, 6 active cases are isolating at Home, 6 have died & 36 are under Mandatory Quarantine: 36
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli announced the arrest of Kristina Hand, former treasurer of the Morris Central School District in Otsego County, following a joint investigation by his office, the United States Attorney for the Northern District of New York, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the New York State Police. Hand allegedly stole $22,000 from the district to fund her personal shopping; she will face court action shortly.
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