WCDO NEWS MONDAY 3-18-24

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-18-24

The Norwich St. Baldricks head shaving fundraiser for the battle against Childhood Cancers, broke last year’s record Saturday, spokesman Zachary Wentworth explains:

(Zachary Wentworth 3-18-24)

More information about the St. Baldricks efforts are available on the charity’s website at stbaldricks.org.

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Restore New York funding is now available for projects involving the demolition, deconstruction, rehabilitation, and/or reconstruction of vacant, abandoned, condemned, and surplus properties. The Intent to Apply Form is due Monday March 25, Priority is given to projects in Empire Zones and Brownfield Opportunity Areas, as well as to projects that leverage other state or federal redevelopment, remediation, or planning programs. There is also a strong emphasis placed on projects from economically distressed communities. More information is available at esd.ny.gov.

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The Binghamton Rumble Ponies Season will be getting underway shortly with the home opener to be held on April 5th at Mirabito Stadium against the New Hampshire Fisher cats at 6:35 PM. Tickets for that game & all other home games are available at milb.com/binghamton/tickets.

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The Next Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will be held tomorrow morning. The meeting will be held at 7:30 am at the back of Bob’s Diner.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-18-24

The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office announced that on Sunday, a reported missing person, 38 year old Nicholas Andrews of Preston was found deceased from injuries related to an ATV accident, in the Town of Preston area. Andrews was reported missing on March 14, after he had left his residence at approximately 6 PM on a white Polaris 4 wheeler. The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Forest Rangers, State Search and Rescue Federation, and the Oxford Fire Department.

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State Police were dispatched early Saturday morning to 162 Tim Hill Road in Marathon, Upon arrival, the Troopers determined that the 54-year-old male was suffering a mental health crisis and was in possession of a gun, while the Troopers were making contact with the man, he pointed the gun toward the Troopers. The man was shot by a Trooper and was immediately rendered medical care. No one else was injured. The male was transported by ambulance to Wilson Hospital where he remains in critical but stable condition. This is an on-going investigation, No names or other details have been released.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 31 year old Carmine Yonnone of Delhi Friday following a traffic stop in the Town of Oneonta. Yonnone was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Consumption of Alcohol in a motor vehicle, among other charges, he was also found to have a Suspended Driver’s License, was was issued appearance tickets for a court appearance at a later date.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 47 year old Albert Deas of Schenevus following a traffic stop in the Town of Maryland. Deas was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, speeding and operating an uninspected vehicle, he was issued uniform traffic tickets and is set to appear in court at a later date.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 3-15-24

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-15-24

Area Fire Department & Emergency Squads will be conducting open houses next month, in an effort to get more people involved in their local fire department, following years of dwindling numbers, Bainbridge Emergency Squad member Roger Barnhart comments:

(Roger Barnhart 3-15-24)

Barnhart said that so far, the Afton Fire Department will hold their open house on April 13th, which is the same day as the state wide “Recruit New York” Initiative, the Bainbridge & Unadilla Departments planning to hold theirs on April 27th,

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested a current Delaware County Inmate. Last Friday, Investigators of the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office received information that 48-year-old Deanna Besser of Brooklyn was a fugitive from the State of Pennsylvania, with outstanding warrants for failure to appear on a total of 16 separate charges not related to the Delaware County charges. At the conclusion of their investigation, Sheriff’s Investigators arrested Besser on a Fugitive from Justice complaint. Besser was later arraigned at the Delaware County CAP court and was remanded back to the Delaware County Correctional Facility pending extradition back to the State of Pennsylvania.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced recommendations by the State Board for Historic Preservation to add 15 properties to the State and National Registers of Historic Places. Locally the house at 120 Balcom Road, in Mount Vision built in 1810 was nominated, along with The Methodist Episcopal Church and the Free Church were both built in 1857 directly across the road from each other in North Harpersfield.

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On Monday at 12:00pm, Congressman Marc Molinaro will host an education round-table with school faculty, parents, and teachers at Chenango Valley High School, regarding a loss of state funding.

A.M. NEWS Friday 3-15-24

State DEC reminds residents that the annual statewide burn ban prohibiting residential brush burning begins tomorrow and runs through May 14. Since 2009, DEC has enforced the annual brush burning ban to help prevent wildland fires and protect communities during heightened conditions for wildfires.

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The Coventry Fire Department’s EMS unit is holding classes as they try to get more people involved, Spokesman Kyle Button told WCDO News that they have classes on Sunday for those interested in the basics of life saving techniques:

(Kyle Button 3-15-24)

Button said that the session will be held at the Coventry Fire Department on State Route 206, more information is available at coventryems.org or by calling 607-656-4060.

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An American Red Cross Blood drive is being held in Oneonta from 1:00 to 6:00 PM today at the Quality Inn, on State Highway 23. Appointments can be made with the RedCrossBlood.org, the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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The Norwich St. Baldrick’s Event will be held tomorrow, Spokesman Zachary Wentworth comments:

(Zachary Wentworth 3-7-24)

Wentworth said that the details regarding the organizations efforts against Childhood cancers can be found at the St. Baldricks website, at the Norwich events Facebook Page or by calling 607-373-7228. The head-shaving event will be held at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich on March 16th starting at 1:00 PM.

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Our Krazy 8 Redemption LLC of South New Berlin will be helping with the “March Madness” fundraiser for the Delaware Valley Humane Society this Saturday in Sidney, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga comments:

(Erin Insinga 3-13-24)

The fundraiser will run through the end of March, more information is available on the Delaware Valley Humane Society or Our Krazy 8 Redemption center Facebook pages.

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WCDO NEWS THRUSDAY 3-14-24

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-14-24

State Police will increase patrols to combat drunk, impaired, and reckless driving as St. Patrick’s Day celebrations which begins on Friday and runs through Sunday. Drivers can expect to encounter additional DWI patrols and a number of sobriety checkpoints during the enforcement period. State Police will also be ticketing distracted drivers who are using handheld electronic devices and will also conduct underage drinking and unlawful sales to minors details during the campaign.

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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli’s office audited the Town of Guilford regarding Budgeting. The Audit stated that the Town Board did not develop realistic budgets, Estimated revenues were underestimated and appropriated fund balance was not used, resulting in unrestricted fund balance. Actual revenues exceeded estimated revenues by almost $400,000.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for Jessie Barnum on an outstanding warrant for a Sex Offender Registration Violation, & for Bail Jumping. Barnum is described as a white male, 5’5″ 145 Pounds with blond hair & blue eyes. Anyone with information on the location of Barnum is asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office at gobroomecounty.com/sheriff/warrants or calling (607) 778-1196.

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Broome County District Attorney’s office announced that Marvin Greene of Binghamton was sentenced to 6 years in New York State Prison, followed by 3 years of post-release supervision, for Attempted Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. On February 23, 2023, Greene was found in possession of crack cocaine with intent to sell.

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48-year-old Justin Valk of Davenport was convicted of 2nd degree Burglary in Delaware County Court. Valk was scheduled for a jury trial but at a pre-trial conference, he pleaded guilty. Valk admitted that he went to a seasonal home in Harpersfield, with other co-defendants & the co-defendants entered the home and committed larceny. Valk will be sentenced to 6 years in state prison, followed by 3 years of post-release supervision, he was sent back to the Delaware County Correctional Facility pending sentencing. Valk still faces a 2nd indictment involving the death of his wife, those charges are not included in this case.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-14-24

The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of 35 year old Ashley Williams of Laurens on multiple counts of Aggravated Cruelty to Animals, Abandonment of Animals & Failure to Provide Sustenance to Animals. On February 19th a search warrant was executed which lead to the discovery of 5 deceased dogs in trash bags. Additionally, 5 live canines were seized & were turned over to the Susquehanna SPCA for medical attention. The deceased dogs were transported to the Cornell University of Veterinary Medicine, it was determined that they starved to death and were partially cannibalized by the living dogs. Williams was found in Oneonta, where city police officers and Otsego County probation officers took the her in to custody, she was transferred to the Sheriff’s Office for processing. Additional charges are pending.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35 year old Jeffrey Lane of Rochester for allegedly stealing an Uber, fleeing police and fighting with officers. Deputies responded Sunday to a report of a vehicle theft in the Town of Dickinson, where Lane was in the parking lot of Helio Health waiting for EMS to arrive, he became impatient, struck an arriving Uber driver & and fled the scene in the stolen vehicle. Patrols located Lane in Binghamton, he had pulled to the side of the road, then sped off as the deputy approached the vehicle, Lane lost control, drove onto the sidewalk, exited the vehicle and attempted to flee on foot, he was apprehended after a brief struggle & was taken into custody. Lane was taken to Central Arraignment & was charged with Robbery, Grand Larceny, Reckless Endangerment, Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle & Resisting Arrest, more charges from other jurisdictions are pending.

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70 year old Thomas Orlowski of Davenport was sentenced for Insurance Fraud, On July 29, 2023, the State Police were called to a report of a stolen tractor and trailer, Orlowski and his girlfriend, Olivia Speck, reported the theft, Orlowski had filed an insurance claim, it was determined that the tractor and trailer were last seen by the neighbors, when Orlowski and Speck were observed taking pictures of the vehicle and emptying the back of the trailer. Through coordination with the Pennsylvania State Police, the vehicle was found in Pennsylvania, An unnamed 3rd party admitted to law enforcement that he had been hired to take the trailer. Speck confessed, Orlowski pled guilty in & was sentenced to a 5-year term of probation supervision. Speck was convicted separately and is scheduled to be sentenced at a later date.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 48 year old Shelly King of Harpursville for DWI ollowing an accident on Saturday March 9th on State Highway 17 in the Town of Hancock. Deputies arrived and observed that a vehicle had left the roadway, struck an earth embankment before coming to rest in a large ditch. Deputies made contact with King, who was charged she was released on tickets returnable to the Town of Hancock Court at a later date.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 79 year old Laurence Daniels of Andes after Deputies were patrolling in the Town of Andes and observed a vehicle cross over the solid yellow line into the Sheriff’s Deputies lane of travel before swerving back into their proper lane of travel. A traffic stop was conducted, Daniels was charged with driving while ability impaired by alcohol, Failure to Keep right, Moving from a lane unsafely, Open container in the Motor vehicle he was released on tickets returnable to the Town of Andes Court at a later date.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-13-24

P.M. NEWS Wednesday 3-13-24

36 year old Justin Baker of Sidney appeared in Delaware County Court Monday and pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Baker admitted that he had possessed methamphetamine with the intent to sell in the Village of Sidney. Judge Hubbard ordered the Delaware County Probation Department to conduct a pre-sentencing report, it is expected that Baker will be sentenced to 2 1/2 years in state prison to be followed by one year of post release supervision, he will likely be enrolled in the Lakeview Rehabilitation Program as part of his state prison sentence.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 53 year old Donald Lane of Portlandville for being in violation of the State Sex Offender Registry. Lane was charged with Sex Offender Failure to Update Change of Address, following an investigation that revealed that Lane relocated away from his residence in excess of the 10 day grace period required for sex offenders to update an address change. Lane was located by the Canajoharie Police Department and was turned over to the Otsego County Correctional Facility on an unrelated matter. On March 11th 2024, the defendant was formally charged with the above charges and issued an Appearance Ticket returnable to the Town of Middlefield Court at a later date.

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Our Krazy 8 Redemption LLC of South New Berlin will be helping with the “March Madness” fundraiser for the Delaware Valley Humane Society this Saturday in Sidney, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga comments:

(Erin Insinga 3-13-24)

Christina Dewey of Our Krazy 8 Redemption told WCDO News that they are happy to help out this & other shelters in the region:

(Christina Dewey 3-13-24)

The fundraiser will run through the end of March, more information is available on the Delaware Valley Humane Society or Krazy 8 Redemption center Facebook pages.

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Chenango County Health Department reported that a raccoon located in the Town of Preston tested positive for Rabies by the State’s Wadsworth Laboratory. Residents are reminded to not pick up or handle any stray or wild animal & to contact the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office or the Chenango County Health Department to report animals which are behaving strangely or aggressively. Report any animal bites and/or scratches to your health care provider or the Chenango County Health Department. More information about rabies is available by calling the Chenango County Health Department at (607) 337-1673

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 28 year old Kenneth Dillman of Stamford for Aggravated Unlicensed Operator of a Motor Vehicle and Operation of a Motor Vehicle with an Ignition Interlock device following a traffic stop in the Town of Harpersfield. Deputies observed Dillmann operating a motor vehicle, they knew that Dillmann had 22 suspensions on his revoked license, A traffic stop was conducted, Dillmann was charged & was issued traffic tickets and Appearance Tickets for Town of Harpersfield Court at a later date.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-13-24

State Comptroller’s Office announced that 2 Otsego County area businessmen have been indicted for a $1 million Medicaid transportation fraud scheme. 46-year-old Philip Mtui and 47-year-old Mbaga Kaiza were partners in Phinaliz Communications, they allegedly sought and received payments for rides that did not actually happen and billed multiple times for rides that did occur. This resulted in $1 million being stolen from Medicaid, they were charged with 1st Degree Grand Larceny & they face court action on May 6.

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The Bainbridge Initiative has invited members of the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office to Bainbridge, for a Question & Answer Sessions regarding topics such as substance abuse, Homelessness & Mental Health, spokesperson Carole Kanzer explains:

(Carole Kanzer 3-13-24)

The Session will begin at 5:30 PM, at the Bainbridge Town Hall, more information is available at the Bainbridge Intitative Facebook Page or at 967-5449.

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The Annual Organizational meeting of the Delaware County Cornell Cooperative Extension, will be held tonight at the Walton Central School at 6:00 PM. The meeting will be open to the public & is expected to focus on the future of 4H programs following multiple recent staff vacancies.

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The next American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held today in Cooperstown, from 12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., at St. Mary’s at 31 Elm Street, appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 3-12-24

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-12-24

The US Department of Veteran’s Affairs announced that all Veterans who were exposed to toxins and other hazards while serving in the military are eligible to enroll directly in VA health care through the recently signed PACT Act. Peter Potter of the VA in Albany told WCDO News that veterans can come to the Albany VA clinic where they are staffed to help eligible vets:

(Peter Potter 3-12-24)

Potter said that Veterans from all branches are eligible, they can go to VA.gov/PACT or call 1-800-MYVA411 to get additional information.

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A presentation for the public will be held at the Sidney Library Smart Community Room, regarding the Flood Gauge project that was installed by & monitored by students at the Sidney Central School, after the 2006 flooding. Science Teacher Rich Townsend explains:

(Rich Townsend 3-12-24)

Townsend said that they are also looking for additional sources of funding, as many of the other revenues streams & grants are no longer available. The presentation on the 27th will begin at 6:00 PM.

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NYSEG is reporting additional success in getting power back on following yesterday’s high winds knocking down tree limbs & power lines, area counties are back on, crews have shifted efforts to Sullivan County where about 1200 were without power this afternoon.

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The State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for January. The State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased from 4.6% in December 2023 to 4.5% in January 2024. Locally, Chenango County had 4.5% unemployment in January, Delaware County had 5.2% & Otsego County had 5.3%.

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Delaware County Board of Elections reminds are voters that the Presidential Primary will be held on Tuesday, April 2 at your usual polling site from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Early Voting by Mail or Absentee ballot applications can be made through the state Board of Elections website at elections.ny.gov/request-ballot & Early Voting at Delaware County Board of Elections, will be from Saturday, March 23 to Saturday, March 30th. More information is available at 607-832-5321

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The Food & Drug Administration announced that some types of ground cinnamon products sold at discount stores are being recalled because of elevated levels of lead. The Cinnamon in questions locally was available at stores like Dollar Tree and Family Dollar, under the Supreme Tradition name, sold by Greenbriar International, of Chesapeake, Virginia, the cinnamon can be returned to the stores for a refund, or should be disposed of, the cinnamon with lead has been pulled from the shelves at the stores in question.

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A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-12-24

Guilford Firefighters with assistance from other area departments responded to a report of a basement fire at 427 Ives Settlement Road, which was called in at about 4:30 PM Monday. The basement fire was knocked down quickly, Guilford received assistance from Bainbridge, Sidney & Oxford fire Departments.

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6 people were arrested following a fight at Binghamton High School Monday right after dismissal. 1 student suffered a head injury & was taken to an area hospital.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 3-11-24

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-11-24

Persia Nelson has been charged today for 2nd degree manslaughter, for the death of her daughter, 11 month old Halo Branton of Schenectady. The infant was found abandoned at the GE Plant in Schenectady & died at Ellis hospital Sunday, after the child was reported missing & was the subject of an Amber Alert. Bail for Nelson was set at $500,000 dollars in Schenectady City Court.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested Colin Smith of Laurens for Menacing, after deputies responded to a fight call, Smith, is accused of having a knife at a fight, he was taken into custody without incident & is scheduled to appear in the Town of Laurens Court at a later date.

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Today’s high winds have led to power outages throughout the region. over 2500 were without power in Broome & Delaware County earlier this afternoon, crews are working to restore the power as soon as possible.

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Helios Care will continue holding caregiver Support group Sessions in the coming weeks on March 19th, April 2nd, April 16th, from 2:00 to 3:00pm, at the United Ministry of Delhi. Jessica Weeden of Helios Care explains:

(Jessica Weeden 3-11-24)

More information about the caregiver support groups can be obtained by calling 607.432.5525, more information about Helios care programs is available at helioscare.org.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-11-24

An 11-month-old at the center of an Amber Alert out of New York has died in Schenectady. Halo Branton had been reported missing, she was found in the area of the General Electric campus & was taken to a hospital where she passed Sunday, the investigation is continuing.

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A Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputy, 31 year old Tyler McAteer of Franklin was arrested by State Police March 6, and charged with official misconduct, following a complaint of sex offenses. McAteer has been placed on administrative leave without pay by Sheriff DuMond, pending a formal investigation.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office announced the extradition and arrest of 36 year old Jamesan Conville, who was charged with Aggravated Assault on a Police Officer, 2nd degree Assault, Reckless Endangerment, Criminal Mischief, Obstruction of Governmental Administration, Resisting Arrest plus Numerous Vehicle and Traffic infractions. On February 14th a Deputy initiated a traffic stop for a speeding on I-88 in Milford, Conville began to flee while dragging the injured deputy approximately 300 feet across the highway. The deputy was able to disengage and was later transported to Bassett Hospital. 5 hours later, State Police and the Massachusetts State Police located Conville and took him in to custody, he was transported back to the Otsego County Sheriff’s Office Friday, he was held for arraignment, the deputy has recovered and returned to duty.

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State Trooper John Grassia lost his life on Friday, while serving as a pilot in the National Guard. Trooper Grassia was on a federal mission with the National Guard, when his helicopter crashed in Texas, he was 30 years old & joined the State Police in 2022.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office is looking for Ashley Williams, who is wanted for her participation in an animal abuse investigation originating in the Town of Laurens. She is a white female, 35 years old, approximately 5 foot, 8 inches, 120lbs, with brown hair and blue eyes. If you have information on her whereabouts call 607-547-4273.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 3-8-24

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-8-24

Broome County Sheriff’s Office investigators responded to a report of animal abuse in the Town of Lisle with possible animal sexual abuse. 32 year old Kenneth Carman of Lisle, admitted to multiple instances of animal sexual abuse and attempting to perform sexual acts with his female pitbull. Carman was taken into custody and charged with Sexual Misconduct with an Animal & Animal Cruelty, Carman was also arrested on a warrant for violation of probation and was remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility.

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Recently Expelled Long Island former congressman George Santos announced he is running for Congress for a different seat than the one he held previously. Santos was charged with Conspiracy, Wire Fraud, False Statements, Falsification of Records, Aggravated Identity Theft, and Credit Card Fraud. A trial is expected to begin in September.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-8-24

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office attempting to identify a white female, who attempted to fraudulently cash a $4,000 check at a bank using an ID stolen from a vehicle in Otsiningo Park in Binghamton on February 22, There was also an apparent attempt to cash a check in Vestal using the same victim’s ID. Anyone with information on the identity of the female suspect is asked to please contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office at 607-778-8861, the picture of the suspect can be found on the Broome County Sheriff’s Office Facebook Page.

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The Sidney Historical Society is hosting a presentation Saturday regarding the history of the railroads in the area, spokesman Larry Halbert explains:

(Larry Halbert 3-8-24)

The presentation will be held Saturday at 11:00 AM at the Sidney Library Smart Community Room.

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Binghamton resident Alyssa Crosby appeared on NBC’s The Voice, she was recently added to Reba McEntire’s team. The Voice airs every Monday and Tuesday at 8 pm. on NBC.

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Clocks will “spring forward” one hour at 2:00 AM on Sunday. Area Fire Departments also suggest that you test or replace batteries in old school Smoke Detectors this weekend.

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The Jericho Arts Council will feature the “NATE GROSS BAND” Saturday at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater, at 7:00 PM, Spokesman Phil Wade explains;

(Phil Wade 3-8-24)

Wade said that in the Gallery will be the works of Colette Aimee. Ticket reservations are available at (607) 288-3882, Doors open at 6:00 PM & the show starts at 7:00 PM.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 3-7-24

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-7-24

The Norwich St. Baldrick’s Event will be held on March 16th this year, back as an in-person event, Spokesman Zachary Wentworth comments:

(Zachary Wentworth 3-7-24)

Wentworth said that the details regarding the organizations efforts against Childhood cancers can be found at the St. Baldricks website, at the Norwich events Facebook Page or by calling 607-373-7228. The head-shaving event will be held at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich on March 16th starting at 1:00 PM.

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The State Labor Department announced that the number of private sector jobs increased .6%, to 8,346,200 in January. The State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased from 4.6% in December 2023 to 4.5% in January 2024. The Job Participation rate was 61.4% in January 2024.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies performed a traffic stop on Chenango Street in the City of Binghamton, 47 year old James Bell of Conklin was found to be in possession of Methamphetamine along with a scale, Bell was charged with 2 Counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia, While in custody, Bell was found to have concealed on his person an additional amount of Methamphetamine, leading to an additional charge of Tampering with Physical Evidence. Bell was processed, arraigned and currently remains in custody. The Sheriff’s Office reported that Bell had previously been arrested on February 23, 2024 on drug charges and was released on an appearance ticket.

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Otsego County officials are at odds over a proposal to spend $160,000 for a study regarding the County Correctional Facility & Otsego County Sheriff’s Office. Otsego County Administrator Steve Wilson is seeking funds for the study, while Sheriff Rich Devlin released a Statement saying that the study would be repetitive, as it has been well documented regarding the needs and issues at the County Correctional facility that have existed for many decades, he urged the County Board to deny Wilson’s request for the study.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-6-24

State Police received a cybertip of child sexual abuse material that was uploaded to a mobile messaging application, they arrested 21 year old Stephen Guilbault and 34 year old Dimitri Escrich both of Deposit, for Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child. Guilbault was additionally charged with Promoting a Sexual Performance by a Child. Guilbault was arraigned in Delaware County Court, Escrich was issued an appearance ticket and is due to appear in the Town of Deposit Court on March 25th.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Office announced that Correctional Facility Searches by K-9 Marley have led to Felony Drug and Contraband Charges. In Case #1 On February 14, 36 year old Heather Aviles of Owego was found to have Heroin, Aviles was charged with Promoting Prison Contraband & Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia. In Case #2, On February 23, 34 year old Marvin Greene of Binghamton was flushing his toilet multiple times, which led to cell search and strip search, Greene became uncooperative, physically struggling with officers, they found synthetic cannabis. Greene was charged with Promoting Prison Contraband, Attempting to Conceal/Alter/Destroy Physical Evidence, & Obstructing Governmental Administration.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 32 year old Chad Buyea of Norwich for Assault, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, and Harassment. Deputies responded to a report of child abuse, after a mother of a 17-month-old child reporting that her child had injuries to the face, after Buyea was babysitting the child, home security cameras revealed the abuse. Buyea was arraigned in Centralized Arraignment and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on cash bail. Buyea is to appear in the Town of Norwich Court at a later date.

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Mohawk Valley Assemblyman Robert Smullen announced on his Facebook page that his 14 year old son A.J. passed away, he had been in critical condition in the Pediatric ICU at Albany Medical Center following emergency surgery, the boy sustained injuries in an accident, resulting in a traumatic brain injury.

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