WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-13-20

by wcdonews Posted on July 13, 2020

Governor Cuomo held his latest Coronavirus briefing in New York City Today; he announced that a task force has developed a formula regarding school district reopening in the fall:

(Cuomo 7-13-20)

The Decision on which district will reopen will be decided between August 1st & 7th, and can be amended if there is a spike in Coronavirus cases in the region around the district as they get closer to reopening.

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The State Health Department announced that the state had 557 new cases of the Coronavirus Sunday, bringing the state total to 402,363.  10 people died from the virus Sunday, the state death toll is up to 24,989, hospitalization fell to 792 Sunday, the lowest number since Mid-March.

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Chenango County Public Health announced that they are at 166 total cases of the coronavirus since March. They have 108 active quarantines, 146 recoveries, 6 deaths; they have performed over 13,000 tests.

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Organizers have been given the go ahead to hold the Afton open Air Markets later this month, as well as in August & September.  Organizer Melissa Matthews explains:

(Melissa Matthews 7-13-20)

Matthews said that social distancing & face mask will be required; vendors who would like to sign up can go to 6zero7 vendor connection on Facebook or localvendorconnection.com.

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Broome County District Attorney Michael Korchak announced today that 38 year old Derrick Cervini of Binghamton has been sentenced to 13 years in New York State prison and 20 years parole for 1st degree criminal sexual act.  Cervini was arrested for allegedly performing sexual acts with an underage female.

At 9:45 pm on Friday, Chenango County 911 received a report of a house fire at 61 Henry Street in the City of Norwich. The Norwich Fire Department with mutual aid from North Norwich & Plymouth Fire Departments and Chenango County Bureau of Fire responded to a working fire on the 2nd floor of the 2-story structure. The fire was knocked down quickly, 1 firefighter received minor injuries and was transported to the hospital. The cause of the fire was electrical.

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Delaware County Public Health received 1 positive lab report for COVID-19 Friday. The County now has 83 total cases, 76 recoveries, 6 deaths, 1 person is isolated at home, no one is hospitalized, and 25 are quarantined.

State Department of Health officials announced nursing homes and long term care facilities in New York will be allowed to resume limited visitations for facilities that have been without COVID-19 for at least 28 days, nursing homes are required to send their plans in order to begin visitations, which will go into effect July 20th, more information is available at coronavirus.health.ny.gov.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 7-10-20

by wcdonews Posted on July 10, 2020

State Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker today announced nursing homes and long term care facilities in New York will be allowed to resume limited visitations for facilities that have been without COVID-19 for at least 28 days. Residents in these facilities will be allowed 2 visitors at a time, and the visitors must undergo temperature checks, wear face coverings and socially distance during the visit.   For each facility, only 10% of the residents can be allowed visitors at any time, nursing homes are required to send their plans in order to begin visitations, which will not go into effect until July 15th at the earliest; more information is available at coronavirus.health.ny.gov.

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Governor Cuomo announced that there were 786 new cases of COVID 19 diagnosed Thursday, about 1% of all those tested.  there were 8 deaths Thursday, the total amount of cases in New York is now over 400,000, there were 826 people hospitalized, 92 were on ventilators, the death toll is up to 24, 968.

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Chenango County Public health announced that they are up to 163 cases of the Coronavirus, with 105 Active Quarantines, no Hospitalizations, 141 Recoveries, 6 deaths and they have performed 12,545 tests.

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State Senator Jim Seward received national recognition Wednesday at the North American Agricultural Safety Summit for his service to the farm community in his 3 plus decades in the state legislature.  Agriculture remains the State’s number 1 industry followed by tourism, both of which are the key parts of the economy in Seward’s District. Due to the Pandemic, the awards ceremony was hosted online by the Agricultural Safety and Health Council of America.

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A Class Action Lawsuit was filed by Gyms, Health Centers & spas Wednesday against the state and Governor Cuomo, after were not included in the Phase 4 re-opening following the COVID- 19 shutdowns in March.  Anna Banks of My Home Gym in Bainbridge said that their business was included in the lawsuit:

(Anna Banks 7-10-20)

Governor Cuomo said recently that the concerns about gym related business was mainly regarding their Air conditioning filtration systems, he said this week that filtration systems with a Merv 13 rating removed the COVID 19 virus from the air & more research was being conducted.

Otsego County Health Department announced today that they have 1 new case of the coronavirus, giving them a total of 81 so far.  No patients are hospitalized, 73 have recovered, there have been 5 deaths, 24 people are quarantined, and 26 people are being monitored after traveling from a state with a high rate of infection.

 The Broome County Health Department announced that a person has tested positive for coronavirus following a large 4th of July gathering at 82 Front Street in Binghamton.  The Health Department advises that people that were at that event should self-quarantine until July 18th, and contact their healthcare provider if you develop symptoms including cough, fever and shortness of breath.  Testing is continuing at the drive-thru testing site at Binghamton University. Appointments can be made at 1-888-364-3065.

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For the 16th day straight Delaware County reported no new cases of COVID-19 and no additional recoveries. To date there have been 82 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19, with 20 people quarantined, no one is isolated at home or in a hospital, 6 people have died and 76 have fully recovered.

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Chenango County Department of Public Works announced the complete closure of County Road 36 between the intersection of Wahlberg Road / Whites Hill Road and the intersection of Aldrich Road / Oxford Road, from Monday July 13th until Project Completion.  Crews will be replacing a large culvert under County Road 36.  There will be NO Detour; the traveling public is advised to seek alternative routes.  More information is available at 337-1710.               

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Congressman Anthony Brindisi announced that the 22nd District’s share of Paycheck Protection Program loans from the Small Business Administration exceeded 7,000 loans, totaling more than $650 million in aid, and saving nearly 100,000 jobs.  Congressman Brindisi encouraged any lenders or business owners in need of help to call his Utica office at (315) 732-0713.

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The village of Otego will be having their annual Lawn Sale on Saturday July 11th, & the Otego Fire Department will also have their Annual Chicken Barbecue, from 11:00 AM until they are sold out.  Everyone is asked to please wear a mask & practice Social Distancing.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 7-9-20

by wcdonews Posted on July 9, 2020

Governor Cuomo announced that Malls in Phase 4 regions can open Friday but only if they have high-efficiency Air Conditioning systems with Filters with a Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value; or “MERV rating” that filters out of the COVID-19 virus:

(Cuomo 7-9-20)

Ventilation protocols include increased outdoor air, reduced air circulation, longer system run times and frequent filter checks, Mall Staff and shoppers will be required to wear masks and maintain social distancing protocols.

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The State Health Department announced that Patient Hospitalization from the Coronavirus is 851, the number of people on ventilators is at 98, and there were 8 deaths Wednesday& 584 new cases of the virus diagnosed.  The state death toll is 24,959, the total number of cases since March is 399,513.

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Chenango County Public Health announced that they have had 159 total cases of the Coronavirus so far, 74 are currently quarantined, no one is hospitalized, there have been 141 recoveries, 6 deaths and over 12,400 tests have been performed.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Department announced that a Stamford man succumbed to a cardiac emergency while driving in the Town of Kortright Wednesday afternoon.  At approximately 12:20 PM Wednesday Deputies & EMS responded to a report of a vehicle off the roadway, upon their arrival, emergency medical personnel discovered the driver 67 year old John Mason of Stamford was in cardiac arrest and began lifesaving treatment, however, efforts to resuscitate Mason were unsuccessful.  The Investigation determined that Mason suffered a fatal cardiac related emergency while driving and drifted off the roadway and into a ditch. 

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U.S. Senator Charles Schumer was in Cooperstown yesterday.  Schumer is urging the President to send more federal aid to municipalities; Otsego County officials reported that they lost an estimate 15 million dollars in revenue because of the shutdown from the Coronavirus pandemic.

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The Oneonta Common Council approved of a measure to form the Community Advisory Board, to review the Oneonta Police Departments’ policies & procedures.  All municipalities in New York State with a police force are mandated to hold public meetings to reform police practices by April 1st of next year.

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The Oneonta History Center at 183 Main Street reopens to the public on Friday at 12:00 noon. Attendance will be limited to a maximum of 15 persons at a time. Masks and social distancing will be required. There will be regular cleaning and disinfecting of high-contact surfaces.  The History Center’s hours are Tuesdays through Fridays 12:00 noon to 4:00 PM and Saturdays 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, more information is available at 432-0960 or info@OneontaHistory.org.

State Police investigated a 1 vehicle tractor trailer crash at about 8:30 Wednesday morning on I-88 in Otego. Troopers reported that the tractor trailer filled with milk containers rolled over on I-88, blocking both lanes of the highway westbound & pour a significant amount of milk on the highway.  The Driver was 26 year old Andrew Lloyd of Porter Corners, he was not injured & told Troopers he fell asleep at the wheel, and he was later taken to Ellis Hospital in Schenectady by his employer.

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For the 15th straight day, Delaware County continues to report no new cases of COVID-19 yesterday and no additional recoveries.  To date there have been 82 confirmed positive cases, with 17 people under quarantine.  No Patients are isolated at home or in a hospital, 6 people have died and 76 have fully recovered.

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Broome County Health Department announced that they are up to 728 cases of the Coronavirus, with 53 deaths, 602 recoveries & 320 being monitored by the Department, they have conducted 21,505 tests.

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The next Sidney Town Board Meeting will be held live at 7:00 pm tonight at 44 Grand Street in Sidney.  Social distancing and masks will be required for entrance. Public attendance is limited to 30% of the meeting room capacity and seats are available until that capacity is reached.  Arrangements will also be in place to view the Meeting on Zoom. A link will be provided on the Town website.

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The State DOT is advising motorists the ramp from State Route 7 Northbound to I-88 Eastbound in the town of Dickinson will close today through July 23rd for repairs, milling and paving. Motorists should allow extra travel time to follow posted detours.  Motorists are urged to slow down and drive responsibly in work zones.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-8-20

by wcdonews Posted on July 8, 2020

Governor Cuomo held a Coronavirus briefing in New York City today, largely focusing on school districts around the state making up regional plans on possibly re-opening in the fall:

(Cuomo 7-8-20)

The Governor also announced that the studies on Air Conditioning filters are close to being completed, all county fairs in the state have officially been closed & Malls in Phase 4 regions can re-open with restrictions July 10th.

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The State Health Department announced that 692 people, or 1.2% tested on Tuesday, were positive for the Coronavirus.  the state has had just under 399,000 cases since march, the number of hospitalizations was at 841 statewide, there were 97 people on ventilators, the first time that number went under 100 since March 16th.  There were 11 deaths Tuesday; the state death toll is 29,944.

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Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond announced that Deputies are investigating Spray painted racist graffiti on an abandoned residence on County Highway 18 in the Town of Stamford over the holiday weekend.  The Preliminary investigation revealed that the graffiti was spray painted on the building between mid-day, Friday, July 3, and Monday morning, July 6, 2020.  Deputies are asking anyone with information to call 832-5555, email: eric.alexander@co.delaware.ny.us, or by calling and leaving a message on the 24 hour toll-free hotline 1-888-914-9111. All calls will remain confidential.

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State Police announced this afternoon that all lanes of I-88 near in Otego have reopened, following a 1 vehicle tractor trailer crash at about 8:30 this morning.  Troopers reported that the tractor trailer filled with milk containers rolled over on I-88, blocking both lanes of the highway westbound & pour a significant amount of milk on the highway.  No injuries were reported in the crash.

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Chenango County Public Health announced that they are up to 157 cases of the Coronavirus with 66 active quarantines, no one is hospitalized, 140 have recovered, there have been 6 deaths, and 12,375 tests have been performed.

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The New York State Council on the Arts announced that $490,000 in Cares Act Funding will go to 49 arts organizations around the state.  Locally, the West Kortright Centre in Delaware County will receive $10,000 in funding.

Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested 23 year old Travis Jennings of Hancock with 3rd degree rape and endangering a child.   Jennings is accused of engaging in sexual intercourse with a female child under the age of 17-years-of-age in the Town of Hancock in August of 2019, he was arraigned & was released on his own recognizance pending his appearance in the Town of Hancock Court on a later date.

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Due to the number of complaints from the public over the July 4th holiday weekend, State Police targeted people bringing illegal fireworks purchased in Pennsylvania into New York State.  State Police arrested 21 individuals and charged them with unlawfully dealing with fireworks; more than $27,000 in illegal fireworks were seized.

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Oneonta’s Survive, then Thrive initiative is providing 2 gallons of hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, touch-free thermometers and surgical masks to city small businesses free of charge.  Distribution will take place on Thursday and Friday from 10:00 a.m.-1:00p.m. in front of the Clubhouse at Damaschke Field. Eligible businesses should reserve these supplies in advance by calling 434-3130 or 376-7599.

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The State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that the ramp at Exit 1 from I-88 Westbound to State Route 7 in the town of Dickinson, is closed through July 22nd for resurfacing.  Motorists should allow extra travel time to follow detours posted on I-88 Westbound, Route 7 and local roads.

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Delaware County Public Health received no positive lab reports for COVID-19 for the 14th straight day Tuesday, they are still at 82 positive tests since March, and they report 76 recoveries. No patients are isolated at home or in a hospital, 6 have died, 18 are in quarantine.

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The Sidney Community Band has cancelled their 2020 concert season.  They also announced that the 2020 Don Clayton Memorial Concert Trailside Concert Series in Keith Clark Park has been cancelled.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-7-20

by wcdonews Posted on July 7, 2020

Governor Cuomo announced that individuals travelling from 3 additional states will be required to quarantine for 14 days upon arrival to New York State.  The states of Delaware, Kansas and Oklahoma have met the Metrics to Qualify for the Travel Advisory.  The State Health department announced that 588 people tested positive statewide for the Coronavirus that was about 1% of those tested Monday.  There were 10 COVID-19 Deaths in New York State Monday, the total Number of cases since March is up to 398,237.

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New York is continuing a study of specific air conditioning filter requirements to potentially prevent the airborne spread of the Coronavirus. Governor Cuomo comments:

(Cuomo 7-7-20)

The State will make industry recommendations on the use of air filtration technology to potentially eliminate the spread of COVID-19 through air conditioning systems, as research emerges that Coronavirus spread is linked more to airborne transmission than to surface area transmissions. 

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Dan Butterman of Oneonta has emerged as the winner of the Democratic Primary over Corey Mosher of Hamilton, to run for the 121st Assembly District.  Butterman will run against Republican Incumbent John Salka of Brookfield, who defeated longtime democratic assemblyman Bill Magee in 2018.

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Ascension Lourdes Hospital of Binghamton has teamed up with Chase Memorial Nursing Home & Rehab, to open the Lourdes Medical Group at 12 School Street in New Berlin, Lourdes Hospital CEO Kathy Connerton explains:

(Kathy Connerton 7-7-20)

New Berlin Mayor Terry Potter told WCDO News that the project was about 3 years in the making, & it is especially important to have it opening during the current situation:

(Terry Potter 7-7-20)

The Primary Care facility will open on in New Berlin on July 13th.

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Sidney Town Supervisor Gene Pigford announced that the next Sidney Town Board Meeting will be held live at 7:00 pm this Thursday, July 9th at 44 Grand Street in Sidney.  Social distancing and masks will be required for entrance. Public attendance is limited to 30% of the meeting room capacity and seats are available until that capacity is reached.  Arrangements will also be in place to view the Meeting via Zoom. A link will be provided on the Town website.

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Chenango County Public Health announced their latest statistics regarding the Coronavirus.  There have been 156 total cases, with 57 Active Quarantines, 6 deaths, 140 recoveries, no one is hospitalized.  They have conducted 12,150 Tests.

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The free concert tonight sponsored by the Bainbridge Community Foundation at General Clinton Park featuring Fetish Lane has been cancelled by order of the Chenango County Health department.  The Foundation & Chenango County officials are working a viable solution for future concerts in this year’s Summer Series.

Congressman Anthony Brindisi will Host a Telephone Town Hall Today at 5:00 p.m.   Constituents are encouraged to RSVP at brindisi.house.gov/live to receive the call or dial-in at 5:00 p.m. to 855-614-0159

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Sidney Center residents are advised that a follow up Re-Zoning meeting with Town Supervisor Gene Pigford will be held Thursday, July 16th, @ 6:30PM @ the firemen’s field in downtown Sidney Center. The meeting was arranged following a meeting last week on July 1st, where Sidney Center residents wanted more information regarding the potential for rezoning a sizable portion of the hamlet. 

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Otsego County reported 3 more cases of the Coronavirus Monday, bringing their total number of positive cases to 80.  Currently, there are 23 people quarantined, no one is hospitalized, 72 have recovered, there have been 5 deaths, 31 individuals are being monitored after travel from a state with high incidence of infection

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Delaware County Public Health announced Monday that they are still at 82 cases of the Coronavirus, with no one hospitalized & no one recovering at home.  There have been 6 deaths, 76 recoveries & 5 are quarantined.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-6-20

by wcdonews Posted on July 6, 2020

State Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker discussed the findings of the state’s handling of Covid Positive nursing home patients who required  hospitalization, and who were transferred back to nursing homes after they recovered:

(Zucker 7-6-20)

Zucker also said that over 37,000 staff members at Nursing homes tested positive for COVID, many of those who may have brought the virus into the nursing homes while Asymptomatic and many were before much was known about the new virus.  The Full report can be found at health.ny.gov.   

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Governor Cuomo announced today that the New York State Fair is cancelled this year.  Last year’s Fair broke all attendance records when 1.3 million people came through the turnstiles.

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Governor Cuomo today said that the state’s 700 School Districts have been advised to come up with plans for a possible re-opening of classrooms in the fall:

(Cuomo Schools)

The State Health Department announced today that there were 518 new Coronavirus cases diagnosed Sunday, giving the state 397,649 total cases, there were 9 deaths attributed to the virus Sunday, bringing the state death toll to 24,913, hospitalizations were down to 817 Sunday.

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Chenango County Public Health announced that they are up to 150 confirmed cases of the Coronavirus, currently, 37 people are under quarantine, no one is hospitalized, there have been 6 deaths, 139 recoveries and over 11,700 tests have been performed.

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Broome County Health Department reported 716 total Coronavirus cases Monday, with 52 deaths, 590 recoveries, and 394 are being monitored by the department, they have conducted 21,229 tests.

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Otsego County Health Department announced today that free rabies clinics for the month of July have been cancelled, the list of cancelled clinics can be found at the Health Department’s website.

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Development Chenango Corporation announced a new loan opportunity for Chenango County businesses needing financial help due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  A maximum amount of $25,000 is available per project, which can be used to reopen your business, hire back employees, replenish your inventory, or for working capital. Funds may be used for equipment or rebuilding if it pertains to COVID-19 related loss or injury; to apply for funding, or to get more information on terms and conditions, call 334.1400 or visit our COVID-19 website page at commercechenango.com.

NBT Bank announced that their branch lobbies are reopening today.  Branch availability is updated regularly; more information is available at nbtbank.com/access.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 7-3-20

by wcdonews Posted on July 3, 2020

Congressman Anthony Brindisi will Host a Telephone Town Hall on Tuesday, July 7th at 5:00 p.m.   Constituents are encouraged to RSVP at brindisi.house.gov/live to receive the call or dial-in at 5:00 p.m. to 855-614-0159

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The Binghamton Rumble Ponies will host their Bing Bang Boom Fireworks Show tonight at 7:30 p.m. at NYSEG Stadium.  Gates open at 6:00 p.m. with the movie at 7:30 p.m.  Due to COVID-19 restrictions, NYSEG Stadium will be operating at a limited seating capacity; Tickets are on sale at bingrp.com.

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Governor Cuomo announced $4.3 million in federal funding is being made available to county emergency management agencies to support COVID-19 planning and operational readiness. This grant opportunity will provide an additional level of direct support to counties as they continue to deal with the ongoing pandemic. Locally Broome County receives $43,000, Chenango County $11,000, Delaware County over $10,000 and Otsego County over $13,000.

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Delaware Valley Humane Society will hold a Virtual Fundraiser called “Run For The Dogs 4th of July 5K Virtual Run”, Shelter Manager Erin Insinga explains:

(Erin Insinga 6-25-20)

Results from the virtual 5K will be posted online; more information is available by calling 563-7780 of going to the Delaware Valley Humane Society Facebook Page.

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The state Health Department announced that over 4 million COVID 19 tests have been administered since March, with 395,872 positive tests, there were 9 deaths Thursday, and the state death toll is 24,885.  Hospitalizations statewide were at 857 on Thursday.

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Hundreds of owners of Gyms, Spas, Fitness Centers & Health Clubs are planning to file a class action lawsuit against the Governor Cuomo & the State next week, as they have not yet been allowed to open in any of the phases of reopening.  Anna Banks of My Home Gym in the town of Bainbridge told WCDO News that they are part of that action:

(Anna Banks 7-3-20)

Owners of malls around the state have lodged similar complaints about re-opening as the gyms have, Currently; businesses are advised by the state to follow guidelines at forward.ny.gov.

State Police and local law enforcement agencies will increase patrols to crack down on drunk and drugged driving and other traffic infractions during the 4th of July holiday through Sunday. State Troopers will conduct sobriety checkpoints and target reckless and aggressive driving statewide, Drivers should also remember to “move over” for stopped emergency and hazard vehicles on the side of the road. Last year, the State Police issued nearly 13,410 tickets during the 4th of July weekend; they arrested 249 people for DWI and investigated 187 crashes, which resulted in 2 fatalities.

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Governor Cuomo announced state outdoor pools across New York will open for swimming for the July 4 weekend under the standard operating schedule of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Pool-goers are reminded to practice social distancing, respect the rules, and do their part to keep the pool area safe for everyone. Pool capacity will be reduced, the list of swimming area at state parks can be found at parks.ny.gov.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigators arrested 25 year-old Brandon Felter of Hancock at the Bradford County Correctional Facility in Pennsylvania, where he was being held as a Fugitive from Justice on the Delaware County Probation Warrant.  Felter had previously been sentenced to a 5 years’ probation after being convicted burglary in Hancock, he is accused of failing to report to the Delaware County Probation Department.  Felter waived extradition and is being held Delaware County Correctional Facility pending further County Court action.

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Otsego County Department of Health announced that they have had 1 New case of the Coronavirus reported Thursday.  The county has had 77 total confirmed cases, no one is hospitalized, there have been 5 deaths, 70 recoveries & 31 people are quarantined.

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Delaware County Public Health received no positive lab reports for COVID-19 Thursday.  they have had 82 positive tests since March, 76 people have recovered, 6 have died, there are no patients recovering at home or in a hospital, 16 are quarantined.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 7-2-20

by wcdonews Posted on July 2, 2020

42 year old Justin Hobbie of Springfield Center was sentenced in US District Court to 200 months in prison for persuading 3 teenage girls to perform & record sexual acts and send them to him through the internet.  Hobbie was a Physical Education teacher in Cooperstown prior to his arrest, he was also sentenced to a 15-year term of post release Supervision, after he completes his prison term, he was ordered to pay restitution in the amount of about $10,000 & he will be required to register as a sex offender.

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Officials with the Otsego County Fair announced that they will cancel this year’s event.  Organizers are planning to hold the Fair in Morris in August of 2021.

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Chenango County Public Health announced that they have had 146 positive cases of the Coronavirus since March.  They have 24 in quarantine, no one is hospitalized, there have been 6 deaths, and over 11,000 tests have been conducted.

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Oneonta Mayor Gary Herzig announced that the Oneonta Community Advisory Board will be formed shortly, as the city’s citizens & Oneonta Police will discuss Oneonta Police policy, as mandated by Governor Cuomo.  The committee will include Oneonta Police Chief Doug Brenner, plus a cross section of local community leaders & residents.  Each Police force in the state has until April 1st of next year to get their policies discussed with the community they serve.

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Regatta Row 2020 will continue this year with the auction of Adirondack chairs made up from canoe paddles & decorated by local artists, Jericho Arts Council Spokesperson Rachel Hares told WCDO News about the chairs:

(Rachel Hares 7-2-20)

The chairs on display in front of businesses along North & West Main Streets in Bainbridge, along with some mini canoe paddles painted by area young people. The auction begins online from Sunday at 12:00 noon until August 7th at 10:00 pm at 32auctions.com. More information is available at jerichoarts.com or at the Council’s Facebook page.

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The State Health Department is continuing with research regarding the effects that Air Conditioner Filters may have on curtailing the spread of the COVID 19 virus in restaurants, malls, gyms & other inside businesses with heavier densities, Governor Cuomo commented on Wednesday:

(Cuomo 7-2-20)

The state Health Department announced that over 4 million tests have been administered since March, with 394,954 positive tests, there were 10 deaths Wednesday from the virus, and the state death toll is 24,877.  Hospitalizations statewide were at 878 on Wednesday.

State Police arrested 42 year old Jennifer McCluskey of Otego for Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs.  A trooper was dispatched to a one-car crash on County Highway 3A in the town of Unadilla, the trooper discovered that McCluskey’s vehicle was in the embankment, McCluskey was arrested, processed and released on appearance tickets to the town of Unadilla court on July 27th, & was turned over to a sober third party.

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State Police arrested 19 year old Ryan Spence of Port Crane for Driving While Intoxicated, after Troopers were dispatched to a one-car crash on State Route 369 in the town of Fenton.  Spence traveled off the roadway and struck a tree; He was arrested and released on appearance tickets to the town of Fenton court then released to a sober third party.

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Delaware County Public Health announced Wednesday that they have had 82 total Positive Results for COVID 19.  76 people have recovered, no one is isolated at home, & no one is hospitalized, 6 have died, 17 are quarantined, over 3700 people have been tested.

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The Northeast Classic Car Museum is preparing to reopen its doors on Friday, July 10th, in accordance with the State’s phased reopening plan with many health and safety procedures being followed.  The Museum will be open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only through the month of July.  The Museum will then reevaluate whether to expand operating hours for the month of August. 

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