WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 12-8-20

by wcdonews Posted on December 8, 2020

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 12-8-20

State Supreme Court Judge Scott DelConte ruled today that the Board of Elections for all 8 counties in the 22nd Congressional District must fix their errors in the ballot counting process.  Justice DelConte said that the Board of Elections must ensure there are no more misplaced ballots, that all challenged ballots noted as challenged and all previously uncounted ballots must be counted, if those 3 items are not finished, a recount may be ordered.  Vote counts had both Anthony Brinidisi & Claudia Tenney leading by about a dozen votes at various times, after more than 28,000 ballots were counted.  

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Chenango County Public Health continues to see an increase in COVID 19 cases locally, with 15 more positives reported Monday.  Chenango County is up to 89 Active Cases, 6 are hospitalized & 430 are quarantined.  Chenango County had had 739 Total Cases with 632 recoveries 13 deaths and over 47,800 tests have been conducted.

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All of the local Counties have seen an increase in COVID 19 cases since the beginning of November, with more increases expected due to continuing Holliday gatherings, Heather Warner of Delaware County Public Health told WCDO news that we could see New York on Pause again if people continue to ignore guidance:

(Heather Warner 12-8-20)

Governor Cuomo has Hospitals will be Mandated to Expand Capacity by 25%, Regions to Be Designated as Red Zones if Hospital Capacity Is Projected to Become Critical, New York State is Asking Retired Doctors and Nurses to Return to Service & Indoor Dining could be Reduced to 25% in the upstate counties if a Region’s Hospitalizations Do Not Stabilize in Next few Days.

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Joe Angelino is getting ready to begin his 1st term as an Assemblyman, replacing Cliff Crouch, who is retiring after 25 years in the Assembly; Angelino told WCDO News that he has been to Albany recently to start the orientation:

(Angelino 12-8-20)

Angelino said that he also met with a dozen other new Assembly representatives at the Orientation, no decision have been firmed up with regards to starting a legislative session without have over 150 people meeting in 1 place, which contradicts CDC & State guidelines for COVID 19.

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Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond said that he continues to receive phone calls regarding a grandparent scam, where someone calls an unsuspecting grandparent pretending to be a grandchild in trouble, or a law enforcement official who has arrested a grandchild.  Sheriff DuMond told WCDO News that unfortunately, the caller sounds realistic:

(DuMond 12-8-20)

Sheriff DuMond said that people can report any fraud targeting older people to the Federal Trade Commission online or at 877-382-4357.

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Speculation continues to swirl regarding the future of Acco Brands in Sidney, as employment has continues to decrease over the last several years, Julie McEwan is in Media Relations in Acco’s Illinois headquarters, and she told WCDO News that nothing has been decided yet:

(Julie McEwan 12-8-20)

McEwan said that the company typically employs up to 500 people at their Sidney facility.

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State Police arrested 27 year old Brittany Cochran of Binghamton for felony Possession of a Forged Instrument; she is accused of trying to purchase a vehicle from a private seller using counterfeit money.  State Police also arrested 36 year old Hahseem McQueen of Binghamton for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, in connection with the case, both were transported to Broome County Central Arraignment and Processing after their arrests.

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Raymond Corporation’s Sales and Service Centers raised a total of $11,700 for breast cancer awareness during the 7th annual Pink Pallet Jack Project online auction.  3 Raymond powered pallet jacks were auctioned off on eBay between October 19th & the 29th, with all the proceeds split evenly between the 3 organizations,  Winning bids were accepted from 3 transportation companies, with their donations going to assist patients recovering from breast cancer treatments, both physically and financially.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 12-8-20

Otsego County Department of Health reported 22 new cases of COVID 19 Monday; there has been a cluster of 12 cases associated with the Cooperstown American Legion.  Otsego County reports 1440 total confirmed cases, 127 active cases, 14 hospitalized, there have been 8 deaths since March.

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Delaware County Public Health announced that they had 8 news COVID cases Monday, with 87 active cases 5 hospitalized & 254 are quarantined, they are up to 446 total cases with 350 recoveries & 9 deaths.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 12-7-20

by wcdonews Posted on December 7, 2020

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 12-7-20

Governor Cuomo held a COVID briefing today, with Dr. Anthony Fauci of the CDC, the governor recapped the state strategy as more small gatherings are expected over the holidays, which is contributing to 70% of the new cases currently:

(Cuomo 12-7-20)

Dr. Fauci said that if people let their guard down & don’t follow the CDC guidelines, the surge could hit badly in the New Year:

(Dr. Anthony Fauci 12-7-20)

The state reported that 152000 tests were performed Sunday, with 7302 positive  tests, or about 4.8% of all tested, over 4600 are hospitalized, 872 are in ICU beds & 477 are on ventilators, and another 80 died from the virus Sunday.

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Chenango County Public reported today that they have had 42 new COVID 19 cases since Friday’s report, and 2 more residents died from COVID complications.   The County now has 87 active cases, 405 are quarantined, and 5 are hospitalized.  Chenango County had had 724 total cases since March, with 13 deaths, 618 recoveries & over 47,500 tests conducted.

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1 person was killed in a 3 vehicle accident Saturday Night on State Route 235 in the town of Coventry.  26 year old Kyle Smith of Afton was attempting to pass a vehicle driven by 20 year old Austin Smith of Harpursville, Kyle Smith attempted to get back into his lane after observing a 3rd vehicle driven by 36 year old Dennis Robinson of Susquehanna Pennsylvania, Kyle Smith lost control, hit Austin Smith’s vehicle, which then hit the Robinson Truck.  Austin Smith was pronounced dead at the scene, the investigation is continuing.

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Governor Cuomo announced that State Police issued 13,887 tickets during this year’s Thanksgiving traffic enforcement initiative from Wednesday, November 25th through Sunday, November 29th. State Troopers also arrested 155 people for DWI and investigated 757 crashes, including 3 fatalities. In the Southern Tier, 1096 tickets were issued, 431 tickets for speeding, 9 for DWI, 11 for distracted driving, 172 for child restraint or seat belts violations & 17 for the move over law.

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A traffic stop in the town of Norwich led the to the arrest of a man wanted for stealing a camper from Otsego County in October then abandoning it in Binghamton.   State Police arrested 46 year old Clint Payne of Beaver, Pennsylvania, for Grand Larceny, Criminal Possession of Stolen Property and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance.  On November 20th,  Payne came to the State Police Norwich barracks inquiring about another matter, when he drove off a trooper observed that Payne’s vehicle had multiple vehicle and traffic infractions, he was stopped & the trooper discovered that Payne was wanted for Grand Larceny in Otsego County & he was accused of possessing of methamphetamine.  Payne was processed in Oneonta, the Otsego County Central Arraignment and Processing & Broome County Central Arraignment and Processing.

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State Police arrested 26 year old John Flora of Windsor for allegedly burglarizing residences in the town of Windsor. An investigation by State Police BCI arrested Flora at his residence.  He was charged with multiple counts of 2nd degree Burglary & was taken to Broome County Central Arraignment and Processing.

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Village of Sidney Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative Committee has had 16 community members appointed, with Village residents, business owners, Religious leaders, Village Board members, Members of the Police Department, Delaware County Public Defender’s office  and Delaware County District Attorney John Hubbard.  The committee has reviewed how the Sidney Police Department operates and with public input determines what changes, if any, need to be made.  Sidney mayor Andy Matviak told WCDO News about how they will get public input:

(Andy Matviak 12-7-20)

After the public input in the months of December and January, they will draft a reform and reinvention plan that will be shared with the public, in February the committee will make any needed changes & submit the revised plan to the Village board for approval. In March the approved plan will be submitted to New York State.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 12-7-20

Attorneys for the Claudia Tenney and Anthony Brindisi campaigns filed new motions in State Supreme Court in Oswego regarding the ongoing ballot counts in the 22nd congressional district race.   55 recently-discovered Chenango County early voting ballots & about 2000 other disputed ballots will be ruled on by Justice Scott Delconte in State Supreme Court in Oswego this afternoon.

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The State Health Department reported that over 205,000 people were tested for COVID Saturday, with over 9700 positive tests.  Patient Hospitalization continue to increase to 4,442, the Number in ICU beds is up to 850, the Number on ventilators increased to 464, there were 56 deaths Saturday.

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The Sidney Central School District has been notified that a student has tested positive for COVID-19. This person has not been on campus since Wednesday, December 2nd. The Delaware County Health Department is conducting the investigation and will notify anyone who they feel may have been exposed. The teachers and students impacted by the quarantine have been contacted, as they will transition to a remote learning environment.

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The Walton Central School District will learn remotely today and Tuesday, after the Delaware County Health officials notified the district of a positive COVID-19 case involving a staff member, contact tracing will take place the next two days.

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The Oxford Academy and Central School District is going remote today through Monday, December 14th, due to positive COVID-19 cases involving a staff member and a high school student.

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Delaware County Public Health announced that they had 13 new COVID 19 cases Sunday, bringing their total to 438 since spring.  There are 87 active cases, 5 are hospitalized & 246 are quarantined.

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Otsego County Department of Health announced that they had 14 COVID cases reported Saturday & 22 new cases Sunday.  Otsego County is up to 1418 total confirmed cases, 109 are active cases, 9 are hospitalized, and there have been 8 deaths since March.  Otsego County Department of Health is announcing a potential COVID 19 exposure at the American Legion 60 Main Street Cooperstown, from November 25th through November 30th, should monitor themselves for symptoms and get tested.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 12-4-20

by wcdonews Posted on December 4, 2020

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-4-20

O’Connor Hospital in Delhi is hosting a special drive-through parade for families to visit Santa, Mrs. Claus, and others on Saturday, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.  The event will be a pandemic related alternative to Delhi’s traditional holiday parade; it will feature goodie bags, gifts, and other surprises for those who drive through. Vehicles are asked to follow traffic and drive around the front upper parking lot of O’Connor Hospital, children are asked to bring their Christmas wish lists for Santa, and more information is available at 746-0331.

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The Silo Restaurant in Greene has been put up for sale by owners Gary Kurz & his wife Joanne, after operating for more than 4 decades, Kurz told WCDO News about the decision:

(Gary Kurz 12-4-20)

Kurz said that he will continue to operate the restaurant until it is sold along with other area properties they have.

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An Upside Down Parade day will be held in Afton tomorrow, after the annual Christmas Parade had to be cancelled due to COVID 19.  Mellissa Matthews of 6Zero7 events told WCDO News that they will be doing instead of the parade:

(Melissa Matthews 12-4-20)

The full schedule is available at the “Afton In Winter” Facebook Page.

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Chobani is hosting its 6th annual Community Giveaway at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich to show appreciation to the Central New York region.  This year’s event moved to a larger venue due to the Coronavirus. All the fun takes place with Chobani on Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon while supplies last. Every December, the company hands out 5,000 free cases of Chobani products as a thank you gift to local residents.

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State Police conducted an Underage Drinking Initiative that spanned 3 counties, an employee at Blue Ox on State Route 8 in the town of Guilford was found to be not in compliance with the laws dealing with the sale of alcohol to person under the age of 21.  22 year old Matthew Tubbs of Norwich was charged with Prohibited Sale to a Person Under the Age of 21, He was issued an appearance ticket to the town of Guilford court.

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Chenango County Public Health announced that they had 652 COVID 19 cases since March, with 51 Active Cases, 268 Quarantines & 4 Hospitalizations. there have been 11 deaths, 588 recoveries & over 45,700 tests performed.

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Broome County Health Department announced that they had 106 more COVID 19 positive cases Friday, bringing their total up to 5596 since the Spring, they have 622 active cases, with 30 hospitalized, there were 4 more deaths, their death toll is up to 140, over 4200 are being monitored by the Health Department.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-4-20

State Police issued 1,779 tickets during this year’s Operation Hardhat, an initiative between State Police, the State Department of Transportation and others, to crack down on work zone violations and highlight the importance of safe driving when encountering construction, maintenance and emergency operations along state highways.   The number of violations issued was 69.8% Higher than the 2019 Operation Hard Hat.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is holding a virtual Tree Lighting Ceremony this afternoon at 5:00 PM.  Sidney Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:

(Teri Schunk 12-3-20)

Schunk said that the event can be found through the Sidney Chamber of Commerce Facebook page with a “Facebook Live” Event. 

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Governor Cuomo reported that the state tested over 203,000 people Wednesday, with 9855 new positive tests for COVID 19.  Patient Hospitalization were up to 4,063, the Number of ICU patients was up to 783 with 377 on ventilators, there were 61 deaths, the state death told is now at  26,955.

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Otsego County Department of Health reported 16 new cases of COVID 19 on Thursday, the county has had 1356 total confirmed cases, they report 91 active cases with 10 hospitalized, and there have been 8 deaths. 

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The 24th Annual Delaware County Clean Sweep began today & continues Saturday.  Farms, businesses & local governments will bring their hazardous materials for collection Friday at their designated times, households that have registered will bring their hazardous items Saturday.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 12-3-20

by wcdonews Posted on December 3, 2020

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 12-3-20

Governor Cuomo announced that New York State will receive an initial delivery of COVID-19 vaccine doses for 170,000 New Yorkers; they should start arriving on December 15. Governor Cuomo said that it could be difficult to get enough vaccines, and over time it could be difficult to get people to want to get the vaccine, which is why they will have their own state panel check out the FDA approvals:

(Cuomo 12-3-30)

Governor Cuomo said that the State expects additional allocations of vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna later this month.

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State & Local Health Departments are seeing a rapid increase in COVID 19 cases in the last month, with a state wide increase in Hospitalizations of about 350% since November 1st.  Heather Warner of Delaware County Public Health told WCDO news of the latest trends that they are finding with COVID 19 positive cases:

(Heather Warner 12-3-20)

Warner said that people need to remember to wash their hands, wear their facemasks correctly, socially distance by 6 feet and avoid large gatherings or event get together with a small number of people in one residence or location.

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Chenango County Public Health announced their 11th death from the COVID 19 virus today.  They report 51 active cases, 4 hospitalizations, 268 are quarantined & they are up to 652 cases since the Spring with 588 recoveries.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched Wednesday morning to a tractor trailer rollover on County Highway 16 in the Town of Delhi.  Deputies located a pick-up truck and flatbed trailer  carrying a farm tractor that had overturned while navigating a sharp curve, the driver 76 year old Donald Hebbard of Franklin, was not injured,  diesel fuel was spilled from the farm tractor & the DEC Spill Team responded to the scene for evaluation and clean-up.  Hebbard was issued a ticket for speed not reasonable and prudent.

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The 24th Annual Delaware County Clean Sweep days begin tomorrow & continue on Saturday.  Farms, businesses & local governments will bring their hazardous materials for collection Friday at their designated times, households that have registered will bring their hazardous items Saturday.

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the Chenango county historical Society will hold their “Parade of Trees” event differently this year due to the pandemic, Executive Director Jessica Moquin explains:

(Jessica Moquin 12-3-20)

Charitable organizations can still participate by contacting the Chenango Historical Association tomorrow at 334-9227 or by email to Operations@ChenangoHistorical.org.

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Hospice Chenango is holding their annual “Light Up A Life” event virtually this year, organizer Inda Gillette explains:

(Inda Gillette 12-3-20)

Gillette said that the sale of ornaments can be purchased through tomorrow; more information is available at 334-3556.

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Bidding ends tomorrow on the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce Holiday Wreaths fundraiser, Chamber spokesperson June White explains:

(June White 12-3-20)

The highest bidders on each of the 22 wreaths will be notified, and the wreaths will be distributed at Bob’s Diner in Bainbridge.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 12-3-20

Otsego County Department of Health reported 16 new COVID cases reported Wednesday, they report 91 active cases, 11 are hospitalized, they’ve had 1340 total confirmed cases with 8 deaths, and 766 cases are linked to SUNY Oneonta & 71 confirmed cases linked to Hartwick College.

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Delaware County Public Health announced that they had 8 more new cases of COVID Wednesday, they have 76 active cases, 4 are hospitalized, & 255 are quarantined.  Delaware County has had 389 total cases, with 304 recoveries and 9 deaths.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce & Delaware Opportunities have teamed up for the annual Toys for Tots campaign, Area drop off points include Delhi Telephone Company, Arc of Delaware County, Beaver Mountain Log Homes in Deposit, Mirabito Energy Products on Steiner Road in Sidney & the Sidney Airport.  The campaign runs through tomorrow when Chamber staff will pick up the toys from member businesses, more information is available at 746-1600.

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Broome County Health Department reported 3 more deaths from COVID 19 Wednesday, they have had 134 deaths since March; they’ve had 5395 cases so far, with 4693 recoveries and over 4000 are being monitored by the department.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 64 year old John Brussell of Oxford for aggravated unlicensed operation. After conducting a traffic stop on State Highway 12 in the Town of Oxford, Brussell is accused of operating a motor vehicle without a valid New York State driver’s license. Brussell was released on an appearance ticket and is to return to the Town of Oxford Court on a later date.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-2-20

by wcdonews Posted on December 2, 2020

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-2-20

Governor Cuomo held a COVID 19 briefing today, he outlined how the state will try to keep hospitalizations from COVID at manageable levels, and the state will have to work to get everyone vaccinated against COVID, once the vaccines physically arrive in the state:

(Cuomo 12-2-20)

The Governor said that over 193,000 tests were conducted Tuesday, with over 8900 testing positive, about 4.6% of all tested.  Hospitalizations continue to increase, with 3924 hospitalized, 742 are now in an ICU bed & 373 are on ventilators, there were 69 deaths Tuesday.

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Chenango County Public Health issued a COVID19 Update today, they report 49 active cases with 5 people hospitalized & 256 are quarantined.  Chenango County has had 225 cases since November 1st and 649 cases since March, they have had 578 recoveries.

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Operation Merry Christmas is still accepting donations to their program, which brings toys & clothing to children is economically struggling families each year, program spokesperson Dorene Ireland explains:

(Dorene Ireland 12-2-20)

Ireland said that this year’s giveaway day is Saturday December 19th at the Fox Hospital Tri Town Campus in Sidney.  The program began in 1940 by the D’Imperio family in Sidney.

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The City of Oneonta Common Council passed their $15.7 million dollar budget at their meeting Tuesday.  The Property tax increase is about 2%, the budget was much less than the previous year’s budget due to lost revenue from the pandemic.

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The tree lighting ceremony at Rockefeller Center will be held virtually tonight. There will be no public viewing of the lighting ceremony, but New Yorkers can watch it on NBC at 8:00 PM.  Starting Thursday, December 3rd, the tree will open to the public with protocols in place to manage crowds.  This Year’s tree came from West Oneonta. 

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The State Division of Consumer Protection reminds consumers that New York’s gender price equity law protects shoppers this holiday season.  This new law eliminates the “Pink Tax,” otherwise known as the practice of charging different prices for “substantially similar” consumer goods or services that are marketed to different genders, now, similar products must have the same price.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-2-20

The controversy continues in the 22nd Congressional District, which showed that Republican Claudia Tenney had regained a slight lead over incumbent Democrat Anthony Brindisi.  State Supreme Court Justice Scott DelConte ordered each of the 8 counties in the congressional district to submit a final, unofficial count to the court by Monday, however 55 more uncounted absentee ballots were discovered in Chenango County, the next court action is expected next Monday December 7th, when Judge DelConte is expected to rule on 2000 disputed ballots & the new Chenango Ballots.

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Broome County Health Department today reported another 376 positive COVID 19 since Wednesday November 25th, they have had a total of 5313 cases, they reported 15 more deaths since last Wednesday, they report a total of 131 deaths, they’ve had 4652 recoveries since March & over 4000 are being monitored.

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Otsego County Department of Health reported 11 new COVID 19 cases reported Tuesday, they now have had a total of 1325 cases,  there are 85 active cases with 8 hospitalized, there have been 8 deaths with 765 cases linked to SUNY Oneonta and 71 confirmed cases linked to Hartwick College.  Otsego County has had 292 positive tests in the last month; only 27 of the cases came from the 2 college campuses.

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Delaware County Public Health announced that they had 8 more COVID 19 positive tests Tuesday, with 72 active cases, 4 are hospitalized & 239 are quarantined.  Delaware County Public Health reports a total of 380 cases, 299 recoveries & 9 deaths since March. Delaware County has had 192 new positive tests in the last 30 days.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 12-1-20

by wcdonews Posted on December 1, 2020

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 12-1-20

State Police arrested 29 year old Norman Shaheen of Smithville following a raid on his residence last week.  Police seized 339 grams of methamphetamine, as well as a shotgun, a handgun, drug paraphernalia & packaging materials, he was charged with criminal possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance and possession of firearms, he is being held in jail pending court proceedings.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded Saturday to a residence on State Highway 28 in the Town of Delhi to execute a State Parole Warrant; they arrested 23-year-old Jonathon Stein of Delhi, on the Parole Warrant as well as for Criminal Possession of a Hypodermic Instrument when the warrant was executed.  Stein was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail on the Parole Warrant.  

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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand urged Congress to invest $6 billion in the WIC program in the Fiscal Year 2021 Agriculture Appropriations bill.

(Gillibrand 12-1-20)

New York State WIC providers have reported 3% increased need since the pandemic began many other states were well into the double digits in increased need for WIC’s services. 

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Chenango County Public Health announced that they had 52 active cases of COVID 19 today, with 5 people hospitalized & 295 quarantined.  Chenango County has had 643 cases of the virus since March with 564 recoveries; they have performed over 45200 tests.

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Delaware Academy announced that a student tested positive for COVID 19, their middle and high schools moved to fully remote instruction yesterday & again today.  The student was last in attendance on Tuesday, November 24th; Students will be notified today regarding tomorrow’s instructional plans.

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The Latest vote count in the 22nd Congressional District has now swung back to give Republican Claudia Tenney the lead over incumbent Democrat Anthony Brindisi.  All of the Counties have to certify their vote totals, State Supreme Court Justice Scott DelConte ordered each of the 8 counties in the congressional district to submit a final, unofficial count to the court by yesterday afternoon, the next court action is expected next Monday December 7th, when Judge DelConte is expected to rule on

2000 disputed ballots.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 12-1-20

Governor Cuomo today announced New York’s annual statewide holiday donation drive to benefit families in need across the state begins today.  Donations of new unwrapped toys, coats and school supplies are being sought to assist community-based organizations during the holiday giving season.  The Office of General Services has set up drop-off locations across the state through Wednesday, December 16.  COVID-19 protocols will be in place to ensure the safety of those dropping off donations including masks, social distancing, and access to hand sanitizer.  The drop-off locations include the Binghamton State Office Building, 44 Hawley St., Binghamton & the Homer Folks Facility, 28 Hill Street Oneonta.

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Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul Visits the Chenango County Historical Society Museum and she will visit Businesses Downtown Norwich today, Hochul’s visit will start around 1:45 PM. 

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Delaware County Public Health released their latest COVID 19 numbers Monday, they report 14 new cases, they have 71 active cases, 4 people are hospitalized, 234 are quarantined, and they have had 372 cases since March with 9 deaths & 292 recoveries.

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Otsego County Department of Health reported 19 new COVID cases Monday, bringing them to 1314 total confirmed cases since March.  There are 89 active cases, 4 are hospitalized there have been 8 deaths, 764 cases are linked to SUNY Oneonta & 71 to Hartwick College.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 11-30-20

by wcdonews Posted on November 30, 2020

P.M. NEWS Monday 11-30-20

Governor Cuomo held a daily COVID 19 briefing today, as the numbers keep increasing, he talked about the importance of Hospitals being ready for the next wave of activity:

(Cuomo 11-30-20)

The state tested over 148,000 Sunday, with over 6800 people testing positive, a rate of 4.5%, the number of people hospitalized is 3532, triple the number in the last 30 days, there were 57 deaths from the virus Sunday, the state death toll is 26,747.

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Chenango County Public Health announced their latest COVID 19 numbers today, they have 60 active cases, 324 Quarantines & 6 Hospitalizations, they have had 639 total cases, with 551 Recoveries, 10 deaths & they have conducted 44,991 tests.

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The Delaware Valley Humane Society is partnering with Staffworks for the annual Save A Life Fundraiser, Erin Insinga of the Humane Society explains:

(Erin Insinga 11-30-20)

The Fundraiser runs through December 31st, more information is available at 563-7780 or on the Delaware Valley Humane Society Facebook page.

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State Police announced that Superintendent Keith Corlett will retire after 35 years with the New York State Police. He became the 16th Superintendent of the New York State Police on June 4, 2019. As Superintendent, he commanded more than 5,000 troopers, investigators and civilian support staff.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce & other organizations have teamed up for the annual Toys for Tots campaign throughout the county, Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:

(Ray Pucci 11-30-20)

Area drop off points include Delhi Telephone Company, Arc of Delaware County, Beaver Mountain Log Homes in Deposit, Mirabito Energy Products on Steiner Road in Sidney & the Sidney Airport.  This year’s Delaware County campaign runs through this Friday December 4th, when Chamber staff will pick up the toys from member businesses, more information is available at 746-1600.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-30-20

The State Health Department tested over 158,000 people Saturday, with more than 6700 positive tests reported.  Patient Hospitalization is up to 3,372, the Number in an ICU bed is up to 667 & those on Ventilators are at 326.  There were 55 Deaths; the Total number of Deaths statewide is 26,690.

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Otsego County Department of Health reported 27 cases reported Thursday & Friday & 22 cases reported over the weekend, past 2 days.  Otsego County is up to 1295 total confirmed cases with 97 active cases,  4 are hospitalized there have been 8 deaths,  764 cases are linked to SUNY Oneonta & 71 confirmed cases linked to Hartwick College

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Delaware County Public Health reported 9 new cases of COVID 19 Saturday & 3 new cases on Sunday.  62 cases were active, there were 5 people hospitalized & 240 quarantined.  They report 358 total cases with 9 deaths & 287 recoveries.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division responded Thursday to the report of a 1-car roll-over accident on Oquaga Lake Road in the Town of Sanford.  Upon arrival to the scene, Patrols found a 2001 Nissan Xterra SUV on its side down a 40 foot embankment. The driver and sole occupant of the vehicle was partially ejected from the vehicle and did not survive the accident. The investigation is still on-going, and it is unknown why the vehicle left the roadway. The driver was identified as 42 year old Brian Ellis of Hancock.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 11-27-20

by wcdonews Posted on November 27, 2020

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 11-27-20

Chenango County Public Health reported that they had 76 Active Cases of COVID 19 to report today. They have 402 Quarantines, 6 people are hospitalized, and they have had 605 Total Cases with 503 Total Recoveries

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Hartwick College reported two new cases of COVID-19 have been detected. There are five active cases on campus; the total number of cases detected on campus since August 1, 2020 is 73.

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State Police & Local Law Enforcement agencies will continue with their Holiday Weekend Patrols to keep New Yorkers safe on the highways.  Police will be looking for drunk or drugged drivers, aggressive drivers, speeders, districted drivers, people not wearing seat belts and people violating the “Move Over Laws”.

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When The Vote Count Stopped in the 22nd Congressional district stopped Tuesday, incumbent Democrat Anthony Brindisi had a lead of about 1 dozen votes over Republic Claudia Tenney.  On Tuesday, State Supreme Court Justice Scott DelConte issued an injunction on any new vote totals until Monday November 30, even though the State Board of Elections had set a deadline of November 28 for county boards of elections to certify their vote totals.

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Catholic Charities of Delaware Otsego & Schoharie Counties is selling paper “Bricks” at their Sidney office for their “Keeping Our Communities Warm 1 Brick at a Time” fundraiser, Penny McKnight of Catholic Charities explains:

(Penny McKnight 11-9-20)

More information about the program is available at 604-4071 or stopping at the Sidney office in the Civic Center at 21 Liberty Street.

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Attorney General Letitia James today released the annual “Pennies for Charity: Fundraising by Professional Fundraisers” report, which found that nearly 1/3rd of charitable donations ended up in the pockets of professional fundraisers.  People can report suspicious organizations by contacting the Attorney General’s Charities Bureau by email to bureau@ag.ny.gov or (212) 416-8401.  More information about the Attorney General’s Charities Bureau and organizations regulated by the Bureau may be found at charitiesnys.com.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 11-27-20

The State Health Department tested over 217,000 New Yorkers Wednesday, with over 6900 positive tests.  Patient Hospitalization increased to 3, 056,  the number of patients in ICU beds is up to 628 & the Number on Ventilators is up to 286, there were 67 deaths from the virus, the Total number of Deaths is 26,549.  The state has conducted 18.7 million tests since March.

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Delaware County Public Health reported 11 new cases of COVID 19 Wednesday & 4 more on Thursday, bringing their total to 339 since March.  They reported 56 active cases, 4 are hospitalized, 230 are in quarantine, and there have been 274 recoveries & 9 deaths.

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Otsego County Department of Health reported 13 new COVID 19 cases Wednesday, they have had 1249 total confirmed cases, 113 active cases, 6 are hospitalized, there have been 8 deaths, and 764 cases are linked to SUNY Oneonta & 73 cases are linked to Hartwick College.

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