WCDO NEWS MONDAY 8-3-20

by wcdonews Posted on August 3, 2020

Governor Cuomo today announced that while the numbers relating to COVID 19 in New York State are good, there are still threats that could make the numbers go back up, and that Law Enforcement & the State Liquor Authority have their hands full:

(Cuomo 8-3-20)

The Governor said that there were 536 people hospitalized statewide for the virus, there were 136 in ICU’s 62 were on Ventilators & 3 died on Sunday, all amongst the lowest numbers since the pandemic hit in early March.  There have been over 416,000 positive cases, over 6 million tests have been administered, and 25,172 have died from the virus.

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A Tropical Storm is heading up the East Coast & could impact parts of New York State tomorrow, Local Meteorologist Rich Townsend explains:

(Rich Townsend 8-3-20)

The National Weather service has issued a Flash Flood Watch from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM Tuesday.

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Sidney Central School District Superintendent Eben Bullock announced that they received 481 responses which covers 830 students, to their survey, sent out to parents regarding what they are planning to regarding schooling their children this fall, , That amount covered a significant sample size of about 75% of the school population.  Bullock told WCDO News that the information compiled from the survey was sent to the state by in the district’s re-opening plan by last Friday’s deadline, he believes that there is room for many but not all students within the existing square footage in the district:

(Eben Bullock 8-3-20)

Governor Cuomo & the state education department, state health department will put together the guidelines for school districts around the state in the coming weeks.  The Sidney District plans to for virtual informational forums to be shared the week of August 10th.

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Catholic Charities in Sidney announced that they are offering free school supplies to Sidney School District Students again this fall, spokesperson Penny McKnight explains:

(Penny McKnight 8-3-20)

More information is available at the Catholic Charities office at the Sidney Civic Center or by calling 604-4071.

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Chenango County Public Health released their latest COVID 19 numbers today, they are up to 211 total cases, with 172 Active Quarantines, 1 Active Hospitalization, 188 Recoveries, 7 deaths and just under 17,000 test conducted.

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Otsego County Department of Health announced another new COVID 19 positive test new case today, bringing their total to 107 confirmed cases.  There are 11 active cases with 3 hospitalized, 91 have recovered there have been 5 deaths.

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Governor Cuomo announced that the state would postpone a voter referendum on the $3 billion Restore Mother Nature Bond Act that was originally scheduled to be on the ballot on November 3rd.  The Governor said that the state would postpone the vote on the bond act due to the state’s financially difficulties that were made more difficult by the pandemic & the subsequent shutdown of the economy. 

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Governor Cuomo today announced that the State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, the DEC and Parks & Trails New York have awarded grants to support not-for-profit organizations involved with stewardship of 29 State Parks, historic sites and public lands. Locally, the Friends of Rogers Environmental Education Center in Sherburne will receive $36,000 to improve the exhibits at the center.

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The Deadline to register for the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament is today.  The tournament is a key fundraiser; they have raised funds for various non-profit organizations and programs including “Odyssey of the Mind” program and B-G Student Council.  The tournament will be held Sunday, at noon, more information or registration is available through John Payne at 316-6854 or Terri DeRoche at 434-2400.

Governor Cuomo announced that the number of Hospitalizations from COVID 19 dropped to 556 Saturday, there were 3 Deaths Statewide.  There were 531 new positive tests Saturday, or 0.9% of those tested, bringing the Statewide Total to 416,298, there have been 6 million diagnostic tests conducted since March. The ICU numbers are down to 143. The number of intubated down slightly to 71.

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Delaware County Public Health received 1 positive lab report for COVID-19 this weekend, giving the county 96 total positive tests.  86 have recovered, 4 are recovering at home, no one is hospitalized, 40 are quarantined & 6 have died since March.

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The Raymond Corporation in Greene announced that they will be closed again today, to allow for further planning, after confirmation of more COVID 19 positive cases among the initial group tested.  The Forklift Manufacturer closed last Thursday & Friday to sanitize & Disinfect the facility in accordance with CDC guidelines, only essential employees will report to work today.  Raymond officials said that they will continue to work with local healthcare providers.

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Congressman Anthony Brindisi’s office announced that the Congressman will Host another Telephone Town Hall with local guests, today at 5:00 p.m.  Constituents are encouraged to RSVP to brindisi.house.gov/live to receive the call or dial-in at 5:00 p.m. on August 3rd to 855-614-0159

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 7-31-20

by wcdonews Posted on July 31, 2020

Governor Cuomo announced that Hospitalizations from COVID 19 have dropped to 576, the lowest number since March 17th.  The number of patients on respirators has dropped to 70; there were 5 deaths from the virus Thursday statewide, the death toll is up to 25,150. 644 people tested positive Thursday, about .9% of all tested, bringing the Statewide Total to 415,014.

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Raymond Corporation in Greene has had their manufacturing portion of their facility closed Thursday & today, after an employee tested positive for COVID 19.  The Company released a statement, reporting that a few additional tests are pending among those who had contact with the employee, The decision was made to shut down manufacturing operations to sanitize and disinfect in accordance with recommended protocols, the company stated that they will continue to work closely with local authorities and health care providers to protect the health of their employees.

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Chenango County Public Health announced that they have had 206 total confirmed cases of COVID 19 since March, with 162 Active Quarantines, 1 current Hospitalization, 7 deaths, and over 16,200 Tests have been performed.

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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand visited the Prospect Terrace Fire Company in Binghamton this afternoon, as she repeated her call for legislation to provide local governments with direct federal relief that can be used to pay for essential services like Fire Departments, Police Departments & other emergency Services, and offset lost revenues and increased costs from the COVID-19 emergency. Gillibrand also called for the Trump Administration to renew the $600 week unemployment to those unemployed due to the pandemic, those benefits along with provisions that keep people from being evicted, expire at midnight tonight.

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Governor Cuomo announced more than $30 million to enhance COVID-19 contact tracing and flu prevention in advance of the fall flu season. The majority of funds are available to counties in the form of grants, & they can be used to increase local health department staffing capacity for enhanced detection, surveillance and prevention of COVID-19. The Governor also announced $2 million in additional immunization funds to expand flu vaccination rates statewide to prevent overwhelming the healthcare system in the event of a severe flu season.

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The Arc Otsego presented Golden Artist Colors as 1 of the statewide recipients of The Arc New York 2020 Employer Recognition Award. Golden Artist Colors produces paints used by artists worldwide, there are 2 individuals who have intellectual or other developmental disabilities currently employed, and Golden Artists have been employing individuals with disabilities from The Arc Otsego since 2000.

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Development Chenango Corporation has assisted County Businesses recently to make renovations or expand their operation, & they have announced a new loan opportunity for Chenango County businesses needing financial help due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Commerce Chenango CEO & President Kerri Green explain:

(Kerri Green 7-31-20)

Green said that more information is available by calling her at 334-1404 or by email: kgreen@chenangony.org.

Otsego County Department of Health announced that they will have a testing site today from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, at the Exeter Town Barn on State Highway 28 in Schuyler Lake.  The testing site is limited to people who are NOT sick, but want to be tested for the Coronavirus, The testing will be by a nasal swab.  The testing site will be drive up only, individuals are required to stay in their vehicle & wear a face mask.  Pre-Registration is required at 547-4279. 

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Delaware County received no new positive test results for COVID-19 Thursday and 1 additional recovery, the known active cases is 4. To date there have been 94 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Delaware County, with 37 people under mandatory quarantine and 1 person under precautionary quarantine, 4 people are isolated at home and no one is hospitalized, 6 people have died and 84 have fully recovered.

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The Afton Fair Board announced that even though there is no fair at the Fairgrounds this year, those who love Fair Food will be able to buy it Today through Sunday, Board Spokesperson Rhonda Barriger explains:

(Rhonda Barriger 7-23-20)

The drive through food event will be held today from 4:00 to 8:00 PM, Saturday from 12:00 to 8:00 PM & Sunday the 2nd from 12:00 Noon to 7:00 PM.

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Friends of Rogers Environmental Education Center will host a Silent Auction and Family Fishing Day Tomorrow.  The Family Fishing day is from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and the Silent Auction is from 9 am – 3 pm. Both events are free to enter and open to the public.  Proceeds raised from the Silent Auction fund the organization’s annual operating budget.  More information is available on the Friends of Rogers Facebook page.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 7-30-20

by wcdonews Posted on July 30, 2020

Chenango County Department of Public Works announced that they will be holding their household Hazardous waste collection day in August, DPW Spokesman Dustin Hendricks explains:

(Dustin Hendricks 7-30-20

Those who would like to register can call Hendricks at 337-1792, or email him at dhendricks@co.chenango.ny.us.

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Broome County Department of Health released their latest COVID 19 numbers today, with 12 new cases bringing their number of positives to 975.  They have had 66 deaths since March, with 770 recoveries & 713 are being monitored by the Department.

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Otsego County Department of Health announced today that a bat has tested positive for rabies in the city of Oneonta Wednesday, 4 people were exposed & are undergoing post-rabies exposure treatments.  Anyone seeking more information about rabies can call the health department at 547-4230 or visit the County health department website. 

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Otsego County Health Department reported 3 new cases of COVID 19 today, giving them a total of 102 since March.  There are 10 active cases, with 3 hospitalized, 205 are under quarantine since March, 5 have died & 87 have recovered.

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Chenango County Public Health announced that they are now up to 205 COVID 19 cases since March, with 7 deaths, 186 recoveries, there are 147 Active Quarantines, 1 Active Hospitalizations, and they have performed over 16,100 tests.

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The State Health Department announced that 777 people tested positive for COVID 19 yesterday, giving the state a total of 414,370 cases since March.  There were 13 deaths attributed to the virus Wednesday, bringing the death toll to 25,145.

Delaware County received 1 new positive test result for COVID-19 Wednesday & 4 additional recoveries. The known active cases is 5, To date there have been 94 positive cases of COVID-19 in Delaware County, with 38 people under mandatory quarantine and 6 people under precautionary quarantine. 4 people are isolated at home and 1 is in a hospital, 6 people have died and 83 have fully recovered.

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The Cancer Services Program mobile screening coach will be at the Unadilla Bishop Lot on Today from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM to provide no cost mammograms and Pap tests to women 40 or older.  Colorectal cancer screening kits are also available for men and women 50 or older and can be sent by mail.  More information or appointments can be made at 1-888-345-0225. 

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Nurse Practitioner Kathy Anderson of the UHS Primary Care of Oxford, spent 9 days in Honduras in 2018 on a medical mission, she will share her experiences with a special virtual presentation being offered as part of UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital’s 2020 Women’s Health Series.  The Zoom event will be this afternoon at 12:30 PM, to register call 337-4239 or email makenzie.ballard@nyuhs.org.

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The Tri-Town Coalition on Substance Abuse Prevention will host a Zoom Meeting tonight at 6:00 PM on A Trauma Sensitive Approach to COVID-19 presented by Amanda Martin Decker of the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council of Delaware County.  More information is available at 437-4274; the meeting will also be available by phone at 1-646-558-8656.

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Congressman Antonio Delgado announced today that $2.2 million in federal funding has been awarded to airports in his 19th congressional district, including the Albert Sam Nader Regional Airport in Oneonta.  Delgado stated that the Oneonta airport received $70,000 for pavement projects.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-29-20

by wcdonews Posted on July 29, 2020

The expanded Unemployment Insurance benefits going out to millions of Americans that were laid off due to the pandemic shutdowns, could expire on Saturday August 1st, if Congress doesn’t act in the next couple of days, US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand said that families living off of that Unemployment benefit need to know that it could be extended:

(Gillibrand 7-29-20)

Gillibrand said that a plan to adjust the Unemployment benefit to 70% of each unemployed workers salary could not be implemented by this weekend, as the additional math, & the antiquated systems many states employ, could take months for people to get their benefits.

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State Police arrested 32 year old Aaron Collins of Barton as a fugitive from justice from Pennsylvania where he was wanted on attempted criminal homicide charges.  Collins was located by troopers and deputies from the Tioga County Sheriff’s Department in the town of Barton; he was taken into custody after a brief foot pursuit.  Collins was remanded to the Tioga County Jail where he is waiting for extradition to Pennsylvania.

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The State Health Department announced 715 more positive COVID 19 tests Tuesday, bringing the state toll up to 413,593.  there were 6 deaths attributed to the virus Tuesday, bringing the state toll up to 25,132.

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The Broome County Health Department announced that their COVID 19 positive test numbers continue to climb, they are now up to 963 positives, with more than 150 announced in the last 2 weeks alone.  They report 66 deaths & 763 recoveries since March & 750 people are being monitored by the Broome Health Department.

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Chenango County Public Health  announced today that they had 9 more positive cases & are now up to 203 cases of COVID 19 since March, with 153 current quarantined, 1 Active Hospitalization, 185  Recoveries, they have just over 16,000 tests performed.

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Otsego County Department of Health announced that they will have a testing site this Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, at the Exeter Town Barn on State Highway 28 in Schuyler Lake.  The testing site is limited to people who are NOT sick, but want to be tested for the Coronavirus, The testing will be by a nasal swab.  The testing site will be drive up only, individuals are required to stay in their vehicle & wear a face mask.  Pre-Registration is required at 547-4279. 

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Village of Sidney crews will be closing Delaware Avenue from Union Street to Pearl Street West to install a new water main, starting tomorrow morning at 7:00 AM & they are aiming to complete the project late Friday afternoon, local residents will have access to their homes during the project. 

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The City of Oneonta announced that crews will be milling and paving streets beginning at 7:00 AM tomorrow until 4:00 PM Friday.   Cobleskill Stone Products will start on Church Street from High Street to Franklin Street, and then to Ravine Parkway from West Street to SUNY Oneonta and the Ravine Parkway Spur, they will conclude at Neahwa Place from Main Street to Bernier Circle.  On-street parking will not be permitted on those streets. Road and driveway access will be limited during and immediately after the operation.  More information is available aby calling the Department of Public Service at 432-2100 or by email: dpsinfo@oneonta.ny.us

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City of Oneonta officials said Tuesday the top level of the city parking garage will be closed for cleaning and maintenance from 6:00 AM tomorrow until 6:00 AM Thursday, the stairwells and pedestrian bridge to Main Street will remain open.  Otsego County Department of Health reported that they have had 30 confirmed cases of COVID 19 in June & July, with 9 cases in June and 21 in July.  Of those 30 cases, 18 were female and 12 male, 4 individuals were hospitalized, all were 60 years or older.  There are currently 10 active cases in 7 different households; no link between households has been identified.  3 new cases were reported Tuesday, giving the County 99 total confirmed cases,  3 people are hospitalized, 5 have died, 84 have recovered and 219 people on quarantined.

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Delaware County received 1 new positive COVID-19 case Tuesday, giving them 8 active cases.  To date there have been 93 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Delaware County, with 36 people under mandatory quarantine and 6 people under precautionary quarantine, 7 people are isolated at home and 1 is isolated in the hospital, 6 people have died and 79 have fully recovered.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-28-20

by wcdonews Posted on July 28, 2020

The State Health Department issued an update on the Kawasaki Disease-like syndrome that has affected children with COVID 19 in the state that killed 3 young people earlier this year.  The State Health Department has investigated 240 cases of the syndrome & published a study in the New England Journal of Medicine. 1 of the findings is that the hyper-inflammatory syndrome is associated with cardiac dysfunction& the majority of the patients in the study had no documented underlying conditions.  The Research will be continuing.

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The State Health Department announced that there were 534 new positive coronavirus tests statewide on Monday, bringing the total number up to 412,878.  The number of death was up to 25,126 with 8 more deaths reported Monday attributed to the virus. 

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Governor Cuomo announced today that New York has added 3 more states to the travel advisory; Illinois, Kentucky and Minnesota.  Governor Cuomo also added Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico to the advisory, along with 34 states.  Anyone traveling to New York from the location mentioned in the advisory must quarantine for 14 days to monitor for coronavirus symptoms.

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The State Division of Consumer Protection is reminding businesses and consumers about a State law related to telemarketing activity during a declared state of emergency.  The law passed last year, makes it unlawful for any telemarketer to make an unsolicited sales call to any person under a declared state of emergency or disaster emergency, the law was amended earlier this year to include pandemics.   Any consumer who has received an unsolicited telemarketing call is encouraged to report it at donotcall.gov or by calling 888-382-1222.

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Chenango County Public Health announced their latest COVID 19 Numbers today, with 194 confirmed cases, 145 Active Quarantines, 0 Hospitalizations, 7 deaths, 168 Recoveries & they have performed 15,157 Tests.

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Brandon Clark appeared in Oneida County Court today & asked the judge to withdraw his guilty plea for the murder of 17-year-old Bianca Devins.   Clark will be assigned a new attorney, he had pleaded guilty to killing Devins in Utica during the weekend of the Boilermaker race in 2019 & positing pictures of the deceased teenager on social media, which led to his arrest.  Clark claimed in court that his previous attorney coerced him into pleading guilty earlier this year.

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Johnson City Police have identified that person found dead in a pickup truck Friday as 27 year old Omar Terry of Johnson City.  Terry was found in a wrecked vehicle near Exit 70 of State Route 17, he had both gunshot & stab wounds, 25 year old Brandon Rose of Endicott has been charged with the murder.

The Otsego County Planning & Solid Waste Department announces the cancellation of this year’s Household Hazardous Waste Day Collection Event.  The event is anticipated to return in the fall of 2021.  Individuals with questions can call the department at 547-4225.

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A.O. Fox Hospital’s Tri-Town Campus in Sidney is hosting a blood drive TODAY in partnership with The American Red Cross between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Donors may participate by appointment only and will receive mandatory temperature screenings at the door. Appointments are requested at RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-733-2767. The American Red Cross has an urgent need for all blood types;

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The Binghamton Devils have teamed up with the American Red Cross and Broome County Executive Jason Garnar to host a blood drive, today, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Arena.  Every fan who donates blood will receive a voucher for a Binghamton Devils merchandise gift card for the 2020-21 season.  To make your donation appointment, visit www.RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or download the Blood Donor App.

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Village of Sidney crews will be closing Delaware Avenue from Union Street to Pearl Street West to install a new water main.  The work will begin Wednesday at 7:00 AM & they are aiming to complete the project late Friday afternoon, local residents will have access to their homes during the project. 

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-27-20

by wcdonews Posted on July 27, 2020

Johnson City Police arrested 25 year old Brandon Rose of Endicott has been charged with 2nd degree murder and criminal possession of a firearm, after a police found a dead man in a crashed vehicle off Route 17 at Exit 70 North.  Police reported that the male victim had stab wounds & gunshot wounds, Rose is being held pending future court action.

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The State Health Department announced that there were 608 new positives for COVID 19 Sunday, about 1% of all tested, bringing the state total since March up to 412,344.  There were 11 deaths reported Sunday, bringing the state death toll to 25,117. 

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Chenango County Public Health announced their latest numbers for COVID 19 today, they now report that they are up to 203 confirmed cases, with 162 Active Quarantines 162 with 1 Active Hospitalization, 169 Recoveries, 7 deaths, & just under 15,700 Tests Performed.  The Public Health Contact Tracing team interviewed a positive COVID19 case last Friday, who reported visiting Park Place Sports Bar and Grill  in Norwich July 18th between 9:00 and 11:00 PM, and the Broad Street Tavern from 11:00 to 12:00 Midnight.  Anyone who was at either establishment at those times should closely monitor themselves for COVID 19 symptoms & those who exhibit the symptoms should immediately self-quarantine and contact their medical provider.

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Broome County Health Department reported that they are up to 932 positive COVID 19 cases Sunday, they report 64 deaths, 722 recoveries & 659 people are being monitored by the Health Department

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New Yorkers are reminded that the 2020 CENSUS will determine congressional representation, & determine federal funding for a variety of programs, for the next decade.   Officials in Chenango County reported that they rank 42nd in the state in filling out the census, with only 53% responding, the deadline to file has been extended to October 31st, more information can be found at my2020census.gov or by calling 844-330-2020.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies conducted a traffic safety check on County Highway 7 in the Town of Colchester Friday, During the detail, 42-year-old Kris Rose of Monticello was stopped for having an expired inspection, the investigation revealed that Rose’s license plates were suspended and switched from another vehicle & his driving privileges in New York were suspended.  Rose was charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle and operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration, along with several other violations, he was directed to appear in the Town of Colchester Court on a later date.

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Congressman Anthony Brindisi’s office announced that the Congressman will Host another Telephone Town Hall with local guests, on August 3rd at 5:00 p.m.  Constituents are encouraged to RSVP to brindisi.house.gov/live to receive the call or dial-in at 5:00 p.m. on August 3rd to 855-614-0159.

State Police arrested 29 year old Nathaniel Richardson of Unadilla for 4 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, plus Unlawful Imprisonment and Criminal Mischief & Criminal Contempt, after troopers responded to a domestic dispute July 11th, in the town of Unadilla.  Richardson is accused of taking a cell phone away from the victim & holding the victim down, in the presence of 4 children.  Richardson was arraigned & was released & an order of protection was issued, which Richardson allegedly violated hours later. Richardson was located, was processed was released again pending future court action.

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State Police arrested several individual allegedly involved in a Windsor Burglary in April, items stolen included a rowboat, propane tanks, several tools and household items. Police have arrested 23 year old Caleb Harris of Windsor, 46 year old Robert Harris of Windsor & 39 year old Jamie Klein of Kirkwood, all were processed & released pending future court action.

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Delaware County received one new positive test result for COVID-19 Friday and no additional recoveries. The known active cases in the County as of today are 8.   To date there have been 92 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Delaware County, with 62 people under mandatory quarantine and 10 people under precautionary quarantine, 7 people are isolated at home and 1 is in the hospital, 6 people have died and 78 have fully recovered.

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Otsego County Health Department reported 3 new cases, they are up to 96 total confirmed cases, with 12 active cases, 3 are hospitalized, 79 have recovered, and there have been 5 deaths.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 7-24-20

by wcdonews Posted on July 24, 2020

Governor Cuomo unveiled the latest numbers regarding the Coronavirus.  There were 753 news cases diagnosed Thursday, bringing the state total to 410450, the number of people hospitalized was down to 650, there were 9 deaths on the state, bringing the total to 25,090.

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Chenango County Public Health released their latest COVID 19 numbers today, they report 194 total cases since March, with 145 Active Quarantines, no Active Hospitalizations, 7 deaths, 168 Recoveries, and they have performed 15157 tests.  Isaiah Sutton of Chenango County Public Health said that a latest positive test showed that the individual was at 2 Norwich Bars recently, & ignored Pandemic protocols:

(Isaiah Sutton 7-24-20)

Sutton said that all of the local counties have been seeing increases again, largely due to larger summertime gatherings; he urges that people continue to practice socially distancing, wear a face mask properly & avoid large gatherings wherever possible.

The Broome County Health Department announced Friday that they are up to 906 positive cases of COVID 19, with 63 deaths, 695 recoveries and 610 are being monitored by the Health Department.

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The Afton Open Air Market hosted by 6zero7 Advertising will hold their first free event of the summer tomorrow from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 1386 State Route 7.  Melissa Matthews of 6Zero7 Advertising comments:

(Melissa Matthews 7-24-20)

Suburban Propane is allowing guests to park in their neighboring lot during the Open Air Market, social distancing & face mask wearing is mandatory.

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Sales tax revenue for local governments in the state dropped 27.1% in the 2nd quarter compared to the same period last year, according to State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli.  Most counties outside of New York City saw an improvement compared to the significant drops they experienced from the pandemic in April and May; more information is available at osc.state.ny.us

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State Senator Jim Seward announced that Diane Munro of Roxbury has been confirmed by the state senate as a member of the Olympic Regional Development Authority.  Munro has held positions as a teacher, principal, and superintendent, & while a Sidney resident Years ago, she was a co-founder of Sidney Area Youth Advocate Program, and the Tri-Town Boys and Girls Club, she currently serves the board of directors of the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council of Delaware County, and is a member of the Delaware County and Central Catskills Chamber of Commerce, the appointment runs through June 19, 2024.

Governor Cuomo stated Thursday that New York State has one license for bars & restaurants, and people are misunderstanding the concept of outdoor dining;

(Cuomo food bars)

The State Police & State Liquor Authority will look into as many cases as they can of violating of the state laws, local police agencies are also being asked to enforce the law.

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Delaware County received 2 new positive test results for COVID-19 Thursday and no additional recoveries. The known active cases in the County as of today is 7,   To date there have been 91 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Delaware County, with 56 people under mandatory quarantine and 10 people under precautionary quarantine, 6 people are isolated at home and 1 is in the hospital, 6 people have died and 78 have fully recovered.

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Police are looking for a 93 year old Rockland County man with dementia, who may be driving in the local region.  Joseph Buffamento is described as a white man, 5’5″ about 135 pounds, with gray hair, Brown eyes, driving a 2002 Toyota Rav 4 with license plate number 556823, he was last seen driving on Oquaga Lake Road at about 7:30 PM last night.  Anyone with information is asked to call 911.  (Buffamento was located safely at home Friday morning)

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State Senator Jim Seward announced Senate passage of legislation to assist a retired teacher from Otsego County who was being forced to repay the State Teachers Retirement System nearly $64,000 due to multiple accounting errors.  Katherine Sweeney retired from teaching from the Richfield Springs school district in 2004, in 2018 & again in 2019 she was informed that she was overcompensated & had to reimburse the State Retirement System.  Sweeney contacted Senator Seward, the issue was corrected, legislation passed both houses & the bill will now go to the governor for final approval.

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The State DOT is advising motorists that State Route 7 between Chase Street and Mill Street in the Town of Worcester, will be closed until approximately September 1 to replace the large culvert over West Hill Road Creek. Through traffic is being diverted to I-88 from exit 18 (Schenevus) to exit 19 (Worcester). Detours are posted. Motorists are urged to slow down and drive responsibly in work zones. Fines are doubled for speeding in a work zone.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 7-23-20

by wcdonews Posted on July 23, 2020

Governor Cuomo held a COVID 19 update today in New York City; he said that July 4th gatherings upstate are increasing COVID numbers:

(Cuomo 7-23-20)

The state had 811 new cases of the virus Wednesday, bringing the state total to 409,697, the number who died from the virus, was 13, bringing the state death toll to 25,081, the number hospitalized dropped to 706 statewide.

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Oneonta police arrested 40 year old Brian Boore of Oneonta for 1st & 2nd degree Assault, for allegedly stabbing another person Tuesday.  The victim was taken to Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown, Boore was located a short distance away from the scene, the investigation is continuing.

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The Oneonta Police Department is investigating a series of slashed tires Sunday night into Monday morning in the City’s East End.  Police are using surveillance video to try to determine the suspect.  Anyone with information is asked to call Oneonta Police at 432-1111.

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The New York State Department of Health and Delaware County Public Health are investigating reports of potential COVID-19 exposures associated with those who attended Walton First Baptist Church, 55 Townsend St in Walton, NY on Sunday, July 12th.  People that attended church on July 12th, 2020 or a church function on the night of July 12th should immediately self-isolate and call Delaware County Public Health at 607-832-5200.

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The Delaware County Board of Supervisors met in person in Delhi Wednesday for the first time in several months because of the COVID 19 pandemic & state requirements that followed.  The board accepted federal grants for COVID-19 relief for the County Office for the Aging.

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Chenango County Public Health announced their latest COVID 19 statistics today, they report 191 confirmed cases, and 130 Active Quarantines, no Hospitalizations, 168 Recoveries, 7 deaths & over 14,900 Tests have been performed.

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The Broome County Health Department announced that they are up to 882 positive cases of COVID 19, with 63 deaths, 684 recoveries and 602 are being monitored by the Health Department.

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The Afton Fair Board announced that even though there is no fair at the Fairgrounds this year, those who love Fair Food will be able to buy it later this month, Board Spokesperson Rhonda Barriger explains:

(Rhonda Barriger 7-23-20)

The drive through food event will be held on Friday July 31st from 4:00 to 8:00 PM, Saturday August 1st from 12:00 to 8:00 PM & Sunday the 2nd from 12:00 Noon to 7:00 PM.

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Due to the rising cases of COVID-19 in Broome County the Binghamton Rumble Ponies have decided to postpone “A Night at Rumble Town,” originally scheduled for July 31st.  Fans who had already purchased tickets will be receiving an email in the coming days with information on refunds for the event.  As soon as it is safe to host fans at NYSEG Stadium, the Binghamton Rumble Ponies will post information on BINGRP.com along with their Facebook and Twitter pages.

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The 2020 Unadilla Summer Concert series continues tonight starting at 6:30 PM, weather permitting.  Dirt Road Express will perform tonight; social distancing & face mask wearing are required.

Delaware County Public Health received one positive lab report for COVID-19 Wednesday, bringing the County’s total to 89,  78 have recovered, 4 are recovering at home, 1 is Hospitalized, 6 have died, 39 are in Quarantine.

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SUNY Broome will be hosting a virtual graduation to celebrate the class of 2020 on Saturday.  The commencement ceremony will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday and will be available by Livestream on YouTube and Facebook Live.  SUNY Broome has provided a webpage for graduates, friends, and family and loved ones to participate in the celebration at sunybroome.edu/graduation.

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