WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-10-18

by wcdonews Posted on July 10, 2018

3 proposals were received by the Unatego School District for the sale of the former Otego Elementary School. Superintendent Dr. Dave Richards explains:

(Dave Richards 7-10-18)

Dr. Richards said that the proposals received were from the Kildonan School of Amenia, to turn the building into a school for Dyslexic children, from LPP Management for a mixed use facility & 2+4 Management for senior apartments.
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State Police are investigating a 1 vehicle crash on State Route 357 in the town of Unadilla that troopers discovered while on patrol. The Unidentified 40 year old man apparently drove off the highway, into Guide wires & a tree, he was extricated by Unadilla Firefighter & he was airlifted to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City for treatment of head injuries & an arm fracture. The investigation is ongoing.
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The Town of Sidney Offices, including the Court, has been moved into the New Sidney office building at 44 Grand Street. Sidney Town Supervisor Gene Pigford comments:

(Gene Pigford 7-10-18)

The next Town of Sidney Board meeting will officially be held in the 44 Grand Street location in Sidney. The moves were precipitated by the sale of the Sidney Civic Center to 2+4 Management Company, who have built senior apartments on the 2nd & 3rd Floors, which forced offices to move to the 1st floor, or out of the building into new locations.
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Otsego County Sheriff’s department arrested 36 year old Ryan Biggs of Gloversville following an accident in Worcester Sunday. Biggs is accused of driving mentally & physically disabled people in an ARC vehicle while intoxicated, he was charged with DWI & endangering the welfare of an incompetent or disable person, he was released & faces court action at a later date.
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A Cortland man was found guilty by an Otsego County Jury for selling heroin & cocaine in the city of Oneonta recently. 34 year old Jason Chase was found guilty after the jury deliberated for about 40 minute, he was returned to the Otsego County Jail pending sentencing on August 3rd on 2 counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 28 year old Aaron Dumond of Denver New York for Tampering with Physical Evidence & Conspiracy, after a reported Assault in Roxbury in May. Dumond allegedly altered and concealed physical evidence; he was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $20,000 cash bail or $40,000 bond pending future court action.
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State Police at Deposit arrested 25 year old William Caiati of Tompkins, for Aggravated Family Offense, Criminal Mischief, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing and Harassment. A trooper responded July 4th to a domestic dispute, where 1 victim reported that Caiati placed his hands around her neck, restricting breathing and she was shoved to the ground and injured her wrist, Ciaiti is also accused of disabling the victim’s phone. A second victim reported that he allegedly punched her when she attempted to intervene. Caiati left, but was located by phone & turned himself in, he was arraigned in the town of Deposit and remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $1000 cash bail. An order of protection was also issued.
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State Police at Oneonta arrested 28 year old Kevin Matthews of Worcester for Unlawful Use of a Motor Vehicle. Troopers responded to a report of a vehicle that was taken without the owner’s permission, Matthews allegedly took the vehicle on July 4th, another vehicle in that driveway sustained damage. Troopers observed the vehicle on I-88 in Richmondville, they arrested Matthews for Driving while Ability Impaired by Drugs and other charges. Matthews was later turned over to troopers at SP Oneonta where he was arrested for Unlawful Use of a Motor Vehicle. He was arraigned in the Decatur Town Court and remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $1000 cash bail or $2500 bond.
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State Senator Jim Seward joined officials from local domestic violence prevention programs Monday to announce state grants totaling $45,000 to help support key community services. The funding awards included: Opportunities for Otsego – $15,000; Catholic Charities of Delaware, Otsego & Schoharie Counties – $15,000; Delaware Opportunities – $7,500 & Liberty Resources in Chenango County – $7,500.
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State Police at Sidney arrested 35 year old Ronald Greek of Dansville, for DWI with a reported B.A.C of .24%. A trooper on State Route 23 in Oneonta where Greek is accused of Speeding & being intoxicated, He was arrested & was released on appearance tickets for town of Oneonta Court on July 24th.
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State Police at Sidney arrested 39 year old John Forte of Unadilla for Aggravated DWI with a reported B.A.C of .21%. Troopers were dispatched to a complaint of an intoxicated driver, a trooper located the vehicle in the driveway of a residence on Depot Street, Forte was arrested & was released on appearance tickets returnable to the town of Unadilla Court on July 23, 2018 then later turned over to a sober third party.
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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-9-18

by wcdonews Posted on July 9, 2018

Thousands attended the Calling Hours & Funeral Services over the weekend for Trooper Nicholas Clark. Troopers & officers from various law enforcement agencies paid their respects, along with friends and family members, at the services held at Alfred University. Trooper Clark died in the line of duty last Monday while responding to the report of a suicidal man who had barricaded himself inside a home in Steuben County.
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The American Red Cross is now facing an emergency blood shortage following a difficult Fourth of July week for blood donations; with hundreds fewer blood drives than a typical week and a resulting decline in donations. All eligible donors are urgently needed to give now to help replenish the blood supply. Locally, blood drives are being held today in from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the SFCU main branch in Sidney; in Gilbertsville, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, at the Christ Episcopal Church, In Delhi Wednesday from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm at the State University of New York Delhi O’Connor Center for Community Engagement, at 2 Main Street & Friday from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, 41861 State Highway 10
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Norwich City police arrested an area couple for allegedly assaulting a child. Police were notified by the Chenango County Department of Child Protective Services, The child had been taken to Chenango Memorial Hospital’s Emergency room with injuries to the head & face, police arrested 31-year-old Marrianne Ray and 31-year-old Scott Ray of Norwich for 2nd degree Assault and endangering the welfare of a child, Both were arraigned in Norwich City Court and sent to the Chenango County Jail on $75,000 cash bail, they will reappear in Norwich City Court at a later date.
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The trial of Dean & Adam Skelos continued Friday, with former Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos taking the stand. Dean Skelos was convicted in his first trial for exchanging political favors in order to get his son Adam High Paying No-Show Jobs, a new trial was ordered after the US Supreme Court changed the definition of Corruption, leading to new trials for Skelos & Former Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver.
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The Sidney Elks Lodge announced that they will be holding their annual “Looking Back” Car Show & Chicken Barbecue on August 4th, spokesman Mark Little explains:

(Mark Little 7-9-18)

Little said that the event starts at 9:00 AM; Awards will be announced starting at 2:30 PM on the field behind the Elks Lodge on River Street in Sidney.
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The Town of Oneonta announced that they are flushing Hydrants starting today. Hydrants will be flushed in the Plains Parish, Morningside Heights & Angel Heights locations, local residents may have discolored water, they are advised to let the water run until it is clear, more information is available at 432-4581.
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The Town of Guilford announced that the Town Office will be closed Tuesday. Officials with the town said that the office is closed due to a jury trial, more information is available at 895-9966.
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The Town & Village of Unadilla announced road closures Tuesday & Wednesday. Highway Superintendent Rodney Renwick told WCDO News that Wendall Bachman & Buckhorn Lake Roads will be closed for paving, from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM both days.

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Governor Cuomo announced that New York’s maple industry hit a 74-year record in 2018 with the production of 806,000 gallons of maple syrup. The maple industry in New York has grown by nearly 50 percent in the last five years and continues to maintain the state’s standing as the second leading producer of fresh maple syrup in the nation. According to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, New York’s maple production constituted about 19 percent of the national total. New York producers also benefited from a long season in 2018 which lasted 52 days, compared to 43 days in 2017
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State Senator Jim Seward will be in Otsego County today at Opportunities for Otsego in Oneonta at 2:00 PM. Senator Seward will announce special state grants he secured to help fund local domestic violence prevention programs. Representatives from Opportunities for Otsego, Catholic Charities of Delaware, Otsego & Schoharie Counties, Delaware Opportunities, and Liberty Resources of Chenango County will join Senator Seward for the announcement. Senator Seward will also detail several legislative accomplishments from the past year to combat domestic violence and sexual harassment.
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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 7-6-18

by wcdonews Posted on July 6, 2018

State Senator Fred Akshar has come under fire for his relationship with Jessica Williams, who has worked for Akshar, his predecessor Tom Libous & is now working for the state Senate Republicans staff and she has received large percentage pay increases since 2011. Akshar spokesman Emmanuel Priest told WCDO News that Williams’ is involved with Senator Akshar, and the increasing salary was commensurate with the work she has been tasked with doing. Akshar has been a State Senator since 2015, when he won a special election to fill Libous’s seat.
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State Police arrested 45 year old Brett Brooks of Sidney, Wednesday, for Operating a Motor Vehicle While Impaired by Drugs. Troopers were dispatched to a 2 car Accident on State Highway 7 near Valley View Drive in Unadilla. After an investigation, Brooks was arrested and arraigned in the town of Unadilla Court, he was released on his own recognizance and scheduled to reappear on August 13th.
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Governor Cuomo today announced $30 million is available statewide to support conservation easement projects on dairy farms. The Farmland Protection Program for dairy builds on New York State’s continued land preservation efforts. In May, the State announced nearly $38 million is available through the Farmland Protection Implementation Grant program to help Farmers across New York protect valuable and at-risk farmland. The application deadline is August 31, and the Request for Proposals is available at agriculture.ny.gov/RFPS.html.
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470 New York State municipalities have adopted tobacco-free outdoor area policies, 2 recent examples are the Town of Stamford and Village of Delhi in Delaware County. Both municipalities recently worked with Advancing Tobacco Free Communities in Delaware, Otsego and Schoharie Counties, spokesperson Linda Wegner comments:

(Linda Wegner 7-6-18)

The use of tobacco products is prohibited on any present and future parks, recreation areas, trails and events under the jurisdiction of the Town of Stamford & the Village of Delhi, Tobacco products are defined as any manufactured product containing tobacco or nicotine including but not limited to cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, Snuff, chewing tobacco, dipping tobacco, e-cigarettes and vape pens.
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The Franklin Farmers’ Market & the Stage Coach Run Art Festival will be hosting a free children’s rock painting activity Sunday from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm. Children and Families are invited to use paints provided for artistic expression on the rocks. The Franklin Farmers’ Market is located at 25 Institute Street, Franklin, every Sunday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The Stage Coach Run Art Festival runs Saturday & Sunday at various locations in Franklin & Treadwell; more information is available at stagecoachrun.com.
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Governor Cuomo announced that advance sale tickets for the 2018 Great New York State Fair will be available Monday, July 9, including new discounts to make the Fair more affordable. The New York State Fair is operated by the State Department of Agriculture and Markets, it runs from August 22 to September 3 this year in Syracuse.
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The 129th Afton Fair begins today at the fairgrounds, organizer Rhonda Barriger told WCDO News about events on the weekend:

(Rhonda Barriger 7-6-18)

This Year’s Afton Fair will run today through Sunday, the full schedule is available at theaftonfair.com.
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The 7th & Final “Rock in the Park” will be held tomorrow at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge, organizer Jason Hall explains:

(Jason Hall 7-6-18)

The show is scheduled to begin at 12:00 Noon tomorrow, with the headliners “Tusk-A Tribute To Fleetwood Mac” going on stage in the early evening.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 71 year old Phyllis Brown of Denver, New York for DWI, failure to maintain lane and failure to notify DMV change of address. The arrest was the result of a civilian report that Brown was driving erratically in the Village of Margaretville, nearly causing multiple collisions in the opposing lane of travel. Brown was released and is scheduled to appear at the Town of Middletown Court at a later date.
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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 7-5-18

by wcdonews Posted on July 5, 2018

The Afton Fair will be held 3 days this year from Friday through Sunday with a host of activities. Fair Spokesperson Rhonda Barriger told WCDO News about Friday’s Line-up:

(Rhonda Barriger 7-5-18)

This year is the 129th Afton Fair; more information is available at theaftonfair.com or at the Afton Fair Facebook page.
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A portion of a railroad bridge in downtown Syracuse has collapsed, causing closures in the area & stopping Central New York Rail Traffic this afternoon. Emergency crews blocked off the area of West Onondaga Street and South Clinton Street after part of a bridge collapsed in Syracuse This afternoon at about 1:00 PM. Syracuse
Mayor Ben Walsh said that nobody was hurt in the accident, some utility lines were brought down. The bridge is owned by the New York, Susquehanna and Western Railway.
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Catholic Charities announced that they will hold their Family Color Run Walk on July 21st in Keith Clark par in Sidney. Spokesperson Tracy Martindale said that there is a discount if people sign up to participate by tomorrow:

(Tracy Martindale 7-5-18)

Registration forms can be found at the Oneonta, Sidney or Cobleskill Catholic Charities offices or online at charitiesccdo.org. The race will begin at 9:00 AM on July 21st; registration will begin before the race at 8:15 AM.
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US Senator Chuck Schumer visited Brewery Ommegang in Cooperstown Tuesday, where he discussed a proposal to cut taxes by 50% for the growing number of small breweries opening up across the state. Schumer was also calling for more funding for the Tobacco Trade & Tax Bureau, who are understaffed with inspectors tasked with reviewing & allowing permits for the growing amount of small breweries.
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State DEC Officials announced that 2 men have been charged, for allegedly dumping waste from the power cleaning of the Oneonta High School Track, into the Oneonta creek nearby. John Scott & Victor Doratto of Copeland Coating Company were ticketed for disturbing a protected stream, after local residents reported the change in color of the creek.
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The race for the 19th Congressional District is heating up, after the recent Democratic primary. Both republican Incumbent John Faso & Democratic challenger Antonio Delgado appeared in Oneonta this week, Faso toured Custom Electronics in Oneonta Tuesday, Delgado campaigned in Neahwa Park Wednesday during the annual 4th of July Hometown Festival.
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Bullthistle Brewing Company of Sherburne will be photographed and videotaped on Monday July 9 for the Brew Central national advertising campaign, which brings together the stories behind craft beer, hard cider, wineries and spirits in Central New York with a website and ad placement in some of the nation’s premier beer magazines. Bullthistle Brewing Company will also be featured in the next installment of the YouTube series, “Stories on Tap”, the filming is scheduled for about 5:00 PM Monday at the Company’s site at 45 South Main Street in Sherburne.

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Service arrangements for Trooper Nicholas Clark have been set for Saturday and Sunday. Calling Hours will be held Saturday from 1:00PM to 6:00PM at Alfred University’s Physical Education Center; the Funeral Service will be on Sunday at 11:00 AM at Alfred University’s Physical Education Center. Trooper Clark was fatally shot Monday Morning responding to the report of a suicidal suspect barricaded in his residence, in Steuben County.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies 22 year old arrested Daniel Tompkins of Gilboa for Criminal Mischief, Tampering with Evidence, Assault, Conspiracy, Tompkins allegedly assaulted an individual after having conspired with others and that Tompkins damaged the property of the assaulted victim with damages estimated to be in excess of $1500.00. Tompkins is accused of altering & hiding evidence from this incident. Tompkins was arraigned at the Town of Stamford Court; he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $15,000 cash bail or $30,000 in bond. He will re-appear in the Town of Stamford Court at a later date.
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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies were dispatched to Delaware Valley Hospital in Walton on June 26th as a result of patients seeking medical treatment following an ATV accident. The Investigation revealed that a 12 year old Walton girl was operating an ATV in the Town of Tompkins when she lost control, left the roadway, traveled down an embankment, overturned and came to a rest in a creek bed. The driver and 2 passengers on the ATV, 42 year old Beth Czerniak and an 8 year old girl, all 3 were treated at Delaware Valley Hospital. Czerniak was later transported to Wilson Hospital, Johnson City, for further treatment of a head injury. Deputies have arrested Beth Czerniak of Walton for 2 counts of endangering the welfare of a child and for numerous other traffic charges, she will appear in Town of Tompkins Court at a later date to answer the charges.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-3-18

by wcdonews Posted on July 5, 2018

State Police are cracking down on drunk and drugged driving and other traffic infractions for the 4th of July holiday. State Troopers are conducting sobriety checkpoints and targeting reckless and aggressive driving statewide to keep New York highways safe during one of the busiest times for summertime traveling. The enforcement detail will run through Thursday, July 5th. Also, Governor Cuomo announced that lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on State highways will be suspended until Thursday, to accommodate travelers during the busy Independence Day holiday.
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The Firemen’s Association of the State of New York urges New Yorkers to let professionals handle the fireworks, and not to use these dangerous & illegal devices themselves. All fireworks, including sparklers can be extremely dangerous, the tip of a sparkler burns at a temperature of nearly 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit, which can cause severe 3rd degree burns, sparklers cause roughly 25% of all fireworks-related emergency room visits, the most of any type of fireworks-like device.
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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested 29 year old Vincent Reggero of Arkville, for False Personation, after he identified himself to Deputies during a traffic stop on State Highway 206 in the Town of Walton on June 25th using a false name and date of birth. Reggero had an active warrant for his arrest from San Antonio, Texas for Assault/Bodily Injury of a Security Officer; he was then arrested as a Fugitive from Justice and arraigned in the Village of Walton Court where he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail. Reggero will answer to charges in the Town of Walton while he awaits extradition to the State of Texas.
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The Annual Gilbertville Pet Parade will be held this evening starting at the Centennial Park Pavilion, organizer Jonathan Dukochitz (duh-KOO-chits) explains:

(Jonathan Dukochitz 7-3-18)

Ice Cream treats will be available at the conclusion of the pet parade; more information is available at 646-320-7715.
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First Night Oneonta and Five Star Subaru present the HOMETOWN 4th of JULY in Neahwa Park tomorrow, the event is alcohol free & admission is free. Among the Scheduled events: from 9:00 AM until 12:00 Noon; The Oneonta Color Run will be held in Neahwa Park, at 12:00 Noon will be the Parade, with the Lineup at 11:00 AM at the Foothills Center for the Performing Arts on Market Street. The parade will travel down Main Street and into Neahwa Park. All entertainment, activities & vendors will be in Neahwa Park & at 6:00 PM, there will be a free Oneonta Outlaws Baseball Game at Damascke Field, the day will conclude with Fireworks at 9:30 pm.
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The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce will meet tonight at 5:30pm at The Meeting Place. The agenda will be devoted to a final update for the Annual Carnival of Sales on July 14th & to continue the Strategic Planning Workshop.
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State Police Superintendent George Beach announced the death of Trooper Nicholas Clark. Early Monday morning, Trooper Clark, the Stueben County Sheriff’s Office and the Corning Police Department responded to a call of a suicidal subject barricaded at a residence in the town of Erwin, Stueben County. During the incident response, Trooper Clark was shot and killed. 43-year old Steven Kiley was found in the residence dead of an apparent gunshot wound. Trooper Clark was 29 years old, he graduated from the 203rd session of the Basic School in 2015. The incident remains under investigation.
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Fireworks Over the Fairgrounds returns to the Chenango County Fairgrounds on July 4th, Terry Potter of Millennia Entertainment explains:

(Terry Potter 7-3-18)

Tickets are available locally at Blue Ox Store or at the gate the day of the show, the day will conclude with a Fireworks display at Dusk.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 40 year old Anthony Stephens of Walton, on charges of DWI, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Uninspected Motor Vehicle, Unsafe Tire, Speed Not Reasonable and Prudent, and Moved from Lane Unsafely, following a motorcycle accident in the Town of Hamden. Stephens is scheduled to appear in the Town of Hamden Court at a later date to answer the charges.
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The City of Oneonta will hold a public hearing this evening at the Oneonta Common Council Meeting at City Hall to receive public comments on the City’s community development needs, and to discuss the possible submission of 1 or more Community Development Block Grant applications for 2018. The City is currently considering a grant application for $230,000 for Nick’s Diner on Chestnut Street. The Common Council meeting is open to the public & begins at 7:00 PM in the 2nd floor Common Council Chambers.
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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-2-18

by wcdonews Posted on July 2, 2018

August 23rd is the scheduled date for an Otsego County Supreme Court hearing in the case of the City of Oneonta against Nicolai & Melania Pervu, the owners of 195 Main Street. The city accuses the Pervu’s of having unsafe conditions for the tenants of the building; residential tenants were evicted by the city last month.
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The state’s 2018-19 Enacted Budget Financial Plan projects that spending will outpace revenues over the next 3 years with potential cumulative gaps totaling $17.9 billion, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. The $170.3 billion spending plan is up $6.5 billion from last year, while Total receipts are expected to by $541 million, to $166 billion. The Division of the Budget expects that the state will utilize 42% of the $9.4 billion General Fund balance from last year into the current fiscal year, and that General Fund reserves will decline to $2.9 billion by SFY 2021-22. The full report is available at http://www.osc.state.ny.us/reports/budget/2018/2018-19-enacted-budget-financial-plan-july.pdf
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The Otsego County Sheriff’s Department arrested County Jail Inmate Leroy Holley of Binghamton on charges of 2nd degree attempted assault, following an alleged fight with another inmate, causing minor injuries. Holley was arraigned & was remanded back to the Otse3go County Jail pending court action today in town of Middlefield Court.
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The City of Oneonta is holding information sessions on the $2.3 million grant program. Local business and property owners can seek grant funding to renovate, repair and improve properties, with signage & facade improvements, among other possible projects. 3 sessions are being held at the Foothills Performing Arts Center throughout the day, the first one was held at 9:00 a.m, the 2nd one is at 1:00 PM, and the last one will be held at 6:00 PM. Any business that is interested in the program please feel free to contact the Chamber for assistance or contact directly Elizabeth Horvath, Senior Project Manager with Delaware Engineering at 432-8073.
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Governor Cuomo announced that more than $1 million has been awarded to New York State farmers through two grant programs designed to promote growth in the state’s agriculture industry. The New Farmers Grant Fund assists new and early-stage farmers, and the Veterans Farmer Grant Fund supports farms owned and operated by military veterans. In the Southern Tier; Lilley Farms, LLC, Chenango County will receive $47,589 to Build and equip a livestock barn and purchase field equipment to expand the farm’s herd and increase sales.

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State Police will increase patrols to crack down on drunk and drugged driving and other traffic infractions over the 4th of July holiday. State Troopers will conduct sobriety checkpoints and target reckless and aggressive driving statewide in an effort to keep New York highways safe during one of the busiest summer holidays for travel. This special enforcement detail will run through Thursday, July 5th.
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State Police arrested 33 year old Michael Swantak of New York Mills, for felony Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, after a trooper observed Swantak commit several vehicle and traffic infractions while on Interstate 88 and State Route 205 in Oneonta. A traffic stop and an investigation revealed that Swantak’s license had been suspended 21 times. He was arraigned in the town of Oneonta court & was released on $250 cash bail and is due back in court on July 19th.
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State Police arrested 33 year old Angelica Rivera of Rochester for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, after an officer checked on her vehicle which was disabled on State Highway 10 in the town of Walton. Rivera had an active warrant in Monroe County and she was detained, Troopers also found 1.8 grams of cocaine in Rivera’s possession.
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Bassett Healthcare Network launched a program in 2016 aimed at making evidence-based addiction treatment more readily accessible to people living in Central New York by offering medication-assisted treatment in the primary care setting. The program earned Bassett the “Healthcare Association of New York State’s” 2018 Pinnacle Award for Quality and Patient Safety. The network now has 27 primary care practitioners who have obtained Drug Addiction Treatment waivers to be able to prescribe medication for treatment of opioid addiction.
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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 6-29-18

by wcdonews Posted on June 29, 2018

The Oxford Fire Department responded Wednesday night to a fire on Turner Street that destroyed a camper. Firefighters & some local residents helped to remove 3 dogs from the fire, no injuries were reported.
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Governor Cuomo announced that $275 million in grant funding is available to municipalities with infrastructure projects that protect or improve water quality and/or public health. This funding is available through the Water Infrastructure Improvement Act and the Intermunicipal Water Infrastructure Grants Program. Municipalities, county or town improvement districts and certain other entities are eligible to apply for funding; more information is available at efc.ny.gov.
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The Sidney Emergency Squad has experienced increasing demand on their services over the first 3 years of service. Director of Operations Dana Weygand told WCDO that while they are a not-for-profit organization, there is still a charge for the services:

(Dana Weygand 6-28-18)

Weygand said that they are still seeking a larger home facility, and they would like to increase the number of crews, more information about joining the Sidney Emergency Squad is available at 561-2316.
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The Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce announced that there will be 3 ribbon cutting ceremonies Saturday to welcome 3 new businesses to Main Street. The Ribbon Cuttings will be held starting at 11:00 AM for Wear It Again! Tailor shop, Rooted Soul Yoga studio, and Hickory & Doc antique and gift shop.
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The Guilford town Board announced that they will be holding a special meeting Saturday at 12:00 Noon. The Board will discuss changes in the employee compensation.
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5 more races remain in 2018 Run Chenango series, which is a series of 5K and 10K races organized by non-profit groups across Chenango County. The 5th race in the series is “Chris’s Run” in Cincinnatus this Saturday, to benefits the Chris Tennant Foundation, registration begins at 6:30 AM; the race begins at 8:00 AM at the Cincinnatus Town Park. The remaining 4 races will be the Wild Goose Chase Trail 5K September 15th in Sherburne, the Chobani Chamber 5K/10K Trail Run on September 30th in Pharsalia, the DCMO BOCES Mountain Mover 5K, October 13th in North Norwich & the Norwich Family YMCA Turkey Trot 5K, November 18th in Norwich. More information is available at the Run Chenango Facebook page.
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The Village of Sidney Police Department reminds area residents that with the July 4th holiday approaching, fireworks remain illegal in New York State. Sparkling devices are the exception to fireworks laws. Firecrackers, bottle rockets, roman candles are still illegal in New York State and violators are subject to arrest under the New York State Penal Law.
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State Police arrested 34 year old Bradley Lidell of Norwich for felony of Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, DWI, & Refusal to Submit to a Breath Test. Troopers were dispatched to a reported one car rollover on County Road 21 in the town of Smyrna. Troopers located Lidell, their investigation revealed Lidell’s license has been suspended 17 times. Lidell was transported to the Chenango Memorial Hospital for a complaint of pain. After he was released, he was processed at SP Norwich then arraigned in the Smyrna Town Court. Lidell was remanded to the Chemung County Jail on $7,500 cash bail or $12,000 bond.
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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 6-28-18

by wcdonews Posted on June 28, 2018

The Walton Town Board announced the appointment of Joseph Cetta to the position of Walton Town Supervisor. Cetta replaces Charlie Gregory, who served as Walton Town Supervisor for the last 2 years, until he succumbed to a heart attack on Monday. Cetta previously served various positions in the Village of Walton, including as a Village Trustee.
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The Delaware County Fair announced that a major Country Music Star will perform on Saturday August 18th on The Delaware National Bank of Delhi Stage in Walton, Spokesman Jason Craig explains:

(Jason Craig 6-28-18)

Tickets are available at delawarecountyfair.org, by phone 1-800-585-3737 or at Hodges Welding Machine 53 Liberty Street in Walton.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies issued 37 year old Joel Klinegardner of Sidney Center 25 Traffic Tickets as a result of an investigation into Commercial Vehicle Accident on May 31st on Pines Brook Road in the Town of Walton. The initial investigation stated that Klinegardner lost control, the truck struck a sign, the trailer detached & overturned in a parking lot, the truck struck a tree before coming to rest. Klinegardner was issued tickets for violations including Operating A Commercial Vehicle Without a Commercial Driver’s License, Inoperable Brake, worn tires, Inoperable Required Lamps, Switched Trailer Plate, Improper Heavy Machine Securement, Moved From Lane Unsafely, Speed Not Reasonable and Prudent, and Failure To Stop At A Stop Sign. Klinegardner is scheduled to appear at Walton Town Court at a later date to answer the charges.
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The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce announced their Sustainable Success Award Winners, they are: The Oneonta Job Corps Academy as the recipient of the NBT Bank, Quality of Life Award in recognition of their programs and services & the Otsego County Conservation Association is the recipient of the NBT Insurance Agency Environmental Stewardship Award, for enhancing Otsego County’s environment through protection of its land and waters. The award winners will be honored at the Chamber’s Summer Soiree on Thursday, July 19th at Oneonta Municipal Airport.
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The Glens Falls, Saratoga, Chenango Valley and Del-Otse-Nango Kennel Clubs invite area residents to General Clinton Park for their annual Dog Show. Activities will be held from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM through Sunday
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of an ATV rollover accident in the Town of Walton involving two individuals. 30 year old John Wright of New Jersey was operating an ATV without a helmet and in an intoxicated condition while 26 year old Alaire Houck of New Jersey was a passenger on the ATV. Both were transported to Delaware Valley Hospital for further treatment. Wright was issued tickets for Operating an ATV while intoxicated, as well as Operating an ATV without a helmet, He faces action in Town of Walton Court at a later date.
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Saint Luke’s Church announced that they will be a “Cooling Station” this coming Sunday. Temperatures are expected to get into the Mid 90’s on Sunday, those who need to get out of the heat or sun can go to Saint Luke’s on West Main Street in Sidney.
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The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force arrested 3 people on various drug charges after they executed a search warrant in Binghamton Tuesday. Police seized heroin, crack cocaine, digital scales and packaging materials, they arrested 37 year old Jack Whitehead, 38 year old Nicole Brown & 31 year old Brandy Henniger are due to be arraigned in Binghamton City Court.
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State Police arrested 52 year old Wilberto Solivan of Binghamton for Driving While Ability Impaired by Alcohol or Drugs and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. A trooper observed Sollivan commit several traffic violations, Sollivan was determined to be impaired and crack cocaine was located in his possession, he was arrested then released on appearance tickets returnable to the city of Binghamton Court on July 9th.
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State Police arrested 47 year old Shannon Coleman of Smithville for 2 counts of Criminal Contempt and Harassment, after a victim made a report that Coleman violated an order of protection on several occasions. Coleman was arrested & was arraigned in the town of Smithville Court and released on her own recognizance. She is scheduled to reappear on July 24th.
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