WCDO NEWS MONDAY 4-23-18

by wcdonews Posted on April 23, 2018

The Sidney Main Street Revitalization on the West side of the street is underway & the plans are wrapping up for the East side if the street. Ian Law of Place Alliance explains:

(Ian Law 4-23-18)

The expected end date for the entire Main Street Sidney project is July 25th.
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Saturday’s fundraiser for 2 year old Trinity O’Connor of Sidney & her family raised about $38,000. Organizers told WCDO News that about 600 people attended the fundraiser at the Sidney Elks Lodge Saturday, Trinity is suffering from a stage 4 cancer, and the medical bills & chemo therapy expenses are costly, Donations are being accepted through the O’Connor Strong Facebook page.
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Voters in the 102nd State Assembly District will have a special election Tuesday, to replace Pete Lopez, who accepted a position at the Federal EPA Last year. Candidates include Republican Christopher Tague, Democrat Aidan O’Connor Jr., and independent candidate Wesley Laraway. Polling places across the district will be open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
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Attorney General Eric Schneiderman and the Broome County Sheriff’s Office announced the seizure of 11 animals following a complaint of suspected animal neglect in the Town of Sanford & the execution of a search warrant, numerous cats, sheep, dogs, and foxes were removed from the property. 39 year old John Elmer was charged with failure to provide proper sustenance, failure to provide proper food, drink and wholesome air to an impounded animal; he was released on an appearance ticket in the Town of Sanford Court at a later date.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 43 year old Simeon Nesbitt of Oneonta for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, operating a motor vehicle by an unlicensed driver, insufficient plate lights, and failure to stop at a stop sign following a traffic stop on Townsend Street in the Village of Walton. Nesbitt was arraigned at the Village of Walton Court and released on $200 cash bail; he is scheduled to return to the Village of Walton Court at a later date to answer the charges.
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THE UPPER SUSQUEHANNA PEDDLERS & PADDLERS CLUB HOSTED THEIR SPRING CANOE RACE SATURDAY, FROM THE ROUTE 205 BRIDGE IN ONEONTA TO THE FISHING ACCESS IN OTEGO. IT’S THE 1st LOCAL RACE OF THE SEASON AS PADDLERS PREPARE FOR THE GENERAL CLINTON CANOE REGATTA. SEVERAL LOCAL PADDLERS HAD GREAT SHOWINGS, TREVOR LEFEVER AND BEN SCHLIMMER WON THE C-2 PRO CLASS WITH RYAN ZAVERAL AND SHANE MCDOWELL TAKING 2ND PLACE. TODD LEFEVER AND ROB BIRDSALL WON THE C-2 MEN’S STOCK UNDER 50 CLASS, JEFF PEDERSEN AND JOHN YOUNG CAPTURED THE C-2 MEN’S OVER 50 DIVISION CROWN, MIKE PACKARD TOOK 2ND PLACE IN THE C-1 UNDER 50 MEN’S DIVISION. MIRANDA ROBINSON AND HOLLY CROUCH WON THE C-2 STOCK WOMEN’S UNDER 50 CLASS. FULL RESULTS CAN BE FOUND AT NYMCRA.ORG.
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About 5,000 to 6,000 people attended the Oneonta OH fest Saturday. Main Street & Neahwa Park were the main locations for activities, the annual event is a collaborative efforts of SUNY Oneonta & Hartwick College.
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Convicted murderer Ricky Knapp died in prison last month at the age of 66. Knapp was serving 25 years to life sentence for the 1977 killing of Linda Velzy in Oneonta, he had been denied parole 8 times & was due for a parole hearing later this year.
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State Police arrested 37 year old Christopher Ramey of Port Crane for Assault, Criminal Mischief and Reckless Endangerment after Troopers responded to a report of a victim who was struck by a vehicle. Ramey allegedly spun his tires while backing out of a driveway, struck 3 mailboxes & drove at a person, who jumped out of the way, but struck another person. The victim was later transported to Wilson Hospital, Ramey fled but was located in Port Crane, he was arraigned & was remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $250,000 cash bail, pending court action Tuesday.
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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 4-20-18

by wcdonews Posted on April 20, 2018

The State Labor Department announced that in March, the State’s private sector job count rose to 8,152,500, which is a new all-time high. The statewide unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.6% in March, the lowest rate since July 2007.
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New York state is restoring the voting rights of 35,000 parolees under an executive order from Governor Cuomo. The governor issued the directive on Wednesday, adding New York to a list of 14 states and the District of Columbia that allow people to vote once they have served their sentence.
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The Otsego County Planning department is launching a housing survey to provide fresh information about how Otsego County residents perceive their housing conditions and housing needs. The online survey is located at otsegocounty.com, The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete, the deadline to return it is July 27th.
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Governor Cuomo today announced a multi-prong effort to further protect children from sex trafficking, including legislation to strengthen prosecutors’ ability to seek justice on behalf of child sex trafficking victims. While federal law recognizes no child willingly becomes a prostitute, New York law requires prosecutors to prove force, fraud or coercion was used to make a child participate in prostitution. Frequently, the only way to do this is through the testimony of the child victims sought to be protected. The Governor’s legislation would effectively remove this requirement, and give prosecutors the ability to seek proper justice for these victims without the need to put them through the trauma of appearing in court. the National Human Trafficking Hotline is 1-888-373-7888
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The Jericho Arts Council features a concert this evening beginning at 8:00 PM featuring the B-G Jazz Band, Pops Choir and The Fabulous Moonlighters. Ticket reservations can be made at 288-3882
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A Village of Greene resident was arrested by the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office for 3 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Deputies arrested 41 year old John Fox Jr. after responding to a domestic dispute in the Village of Greene. Fox is alleged to have thrown a victim to the ground in the presence of three minors under the age of 17; he was arraigned in the Village of Greene Court and was released on recognizance, to reappear in court at a later date.
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A fundraiser is being held Saturday in Sidney to benefit 2 year old Trinity O’Connor of Sidney & her family. Trinity is suffering from a stage 4 cancer, and the medical bills & chemo therapy expenses are difficult for the family. Family friend Kelly Phelps explains:

(Kelly Phelps 4-18-18)

Donations are also being accepted through the O’Connor Strong Facebook page, Saturday’s fundraiser will be held at the Sidney Elks Lodge on River Street from 12:00 to 6:00 PM.
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The Ross Park Zoo in Binghamton is opening for its 143rd season on Saturday, visitors will see the exhibit upgrades, projects, and animals born or acquired in the off-season, more information is available at 724-5461 or rossparkzoo.com.
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The Annual Earth Festival will be held at the Milford Central School District tomorrow, featuring exhibits, workshops, vendors, food and entertainment. The event will be held Saturday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at Milford Central School, more information is available at 547-4488.
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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 4-19-18

by wcdonews Posted on April 19, 2018

Governor Cuomo signed the New York Democracy Protection Act Wednesday, which calls on all political advertising in print, TV & radio to disclose the organization or individual paying for that ad. The Act also amends the definition of “political communication” to include paid Internet and digital advertisements, it ensures foreign entities cannot form an independent expenditure committee and purchasing political ads to influence elections; Requires all digital ad buyers to register as an independent expenditure committee, Requires paid independent political online ads to clearly display that the ad was not authorized by any candidate; and Directs the State Board of Elections to create an online archive of all political communications in order to make them transparent and accessible to the press, fact-checkers, political opponents and the public.
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The slow start of Spring weather is forcing a slow start to the racing season at Afton Motorsports Park, spokesman Ron Ford explains:

(Ron Ford 4-19-18)

Ford said that the special events scheduled for later in the season should not be affected by the late start to the season.
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Hartwick College will host a Rural Prosperity Forum on Infrastructure, presented by the US Department of Agriculture Rural Development Office and Congressman John Faso. The Topics of discussion will include innovative partnerships that have been developed to overcome challenges in rural areas and exploring best practices to build and support economic development. The event will run from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Friday at the Shineman Chapel House on the Hartwick College campus, the public is welcome to attend.
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The Bainbridge Girls Scouts are coordinating Their Annual Community Giveaway to be held this Saturday, spokesperson Jessica Chambers explains:

(Jessica Chambers 4-19-18)

Those wishing to Drop Off gently used items can do so Friday from 3:30 to 6:00 PM or Saturday between 8:30 to 9:00 AM The giveaway will then be held from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon at the GreenLawn Elementary School, more information is available at 267-2378.

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A Chenango County jury found Jeremy Coates of Norwich guilty of the murder of David Green in Oxford in 2016. Coates and his girlfriend Melissa Crispell robbed Green, Coates beating him 20 times with various weapons, Crispell pleaded guilty to robbery last May, in a plea deal in exchange for her testimony against Coates, Sentencing for Coates is scheduled for June 1st.
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The “Seen Enough” Tobacco Presentation will be held at the Sidney Library This evening, Linda Wegner is the Program Director of Advancing Tobacco Free Communities in Delaware, Otsego and Schoharie Counties:

(Linda Wegner 4-18-18)

Wegner’s special guests at the presentation will be Former Sidney Business Owner Whit Whitaker & his wife Rosemary; the program will start at 6:30 PM at the Sidney Memorial Public Library.
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Chenango Links & the Chenango Arts Council present the Documentary “UNFRACTURED” at the Martin W. Kappel Theater tonight, which follows the story of Biologist Sandra Steingraber, who helped get Hydraulic Fracturing banned in New York State, she talked to WCDO News about her efforts & the movie:

(Sandra Steingraber 4-18-18)

The movie director was Chanda Chevannes of Toronto Canada, she told WCDO News about the film:

(Chanda Chevannes 4-18-18)

Both Steingraber & Chevannes will be at the screening of “Unfractured” tonight in Norwich, the movie starts at 7:00 PM, more information is available at chenangolinks.com or unfractured.com.
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Afton village residents, business owners & property owners are encouraged to attend the unveiling of the Economic Revitalization Strategic Plan draft & the Water/ Flooding Study this evening at the Bolster Community Center. The program will begin at 7:00 PM; more information is available at 639-4849.
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The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce & the Otsego-Delaware Job Service Employer committee is co-hosting a free “Opioid Crisis in the Workplace” discussion, with featured speaker, attorney Theresa Levine of Coughlin & Gerhart. The event will be held from 8:30 AM to 12:00 Noon at the Otsego Chamber offices at 189 Main Street in Oneonta.
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Delaware County Public Health is hosting a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic today for dogs, cats and ferrets. The Clinic will run from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, at the Pindars Corners Fire Hall on State Highway 23, in the town of Davenport, more information is available at 832-5200 or delawarecountypublichealth.com
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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-18-18

by wcdonews Posted on April 19, 2018

A fundraiser is being held to benefit 2 year old Trinity O’Connor of Sidney & her family. Trinity is suffering from stage 4 cancer, and the medical bills & chemo therapy expenses are difficult for the family to cover. Family friend Kelly Phelps explains:

(Kelly Phelps 4-18-18)

Donations are also being accepted through the O’Connor Strong Facebook page, Saturday’s fundraiser will be held at the Sidney Elks Lodge on River Street from 10:00 to 6:00 PM.
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Jury deliberations began in Chenango County Court Tuesday, in the murder trial of Jeremy Coates, who is accused of killing David Green at Green’s Oxford home in September of 2016. No decision was reached Tuesday, and the jury continued deliberating this morning.
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State Police arrested 31 year old Anthony Heath of Oneonta for endangering the welfare of an incompetent or physically disabled person & harassment with physical contact. Heath is accused of abusing patients will working at the Broome developmental Center in Oxford; he will answer to the charges in Oxford Court April 23rd.
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Tax receipts for State Fiscal Year 2017-18 reached $79.3 billion, $4.9 billion, or 6.6 percent above the previous year, according to the state cash reportreleased today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The state ended its fiscal year on March 31 with a General Fund balance of $9.4 billion, an increase of $1.7 billion over the prior fiscal year. The $9.4 billion General Fund balance at the end of March was $3.1 billion higher than anticipated in May 2017 and $278 million higher than DOB’s latest projection from February. No deposits were made to statutory “rainy day” reserves, which remained at $1.8 billion. See the March cash report,or go to: http://www.osc.state.ny.us/finance/cbr.htm
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State Police arrested 25 year old Justin Hadley of Hancock for Resisting Arrest, 2 counts of Criminal Mischief, Harassment, after Hadley allegedly threatened the victim after an argument & damaged property. Hadley’s was arraigned in the village of Hancock Court and remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $1,000 cash bail or $2,000 bond.
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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office Detective Division arrested 30 year old Lance Weiss of Harpursville for Unauthorized Use of a Computer. Weiss is accused of using a computer at a business in Broome County without permission, to access a pornographic website, he was charged with Unauthorized Use of a Computer, he faces court action at a later date.
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Governor Cuomo signed legislation that protects New Yorkers from tax increases brought about by the federal tax reforms. Cuomo discussed the main feature, to protect New York wokring class:

(Cuomo 4-18-18)

The legislation provides new options for tax deductible charitable donations, de-couples the state tax code from the federal tax code, to avoid state tax increases brought solely by increases in federal taxes.
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A Binghamton man was sent to the Broome County Jail after leading deputies on a chase Monday. Broome County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division and the Warrant Unit attempted to take 31-year-old Kenneth Boyd into custody, he was spotted in a vehicle in a parking lot in the town of Fenton, when Boyd was approached, he took off & a pursuit continued through the Colesville, into Chenango County and back into Colesville. Deputies set up sticks to flatten the tires & a Taser was used to bring Boyd into custody. A passenger 30 year old Tiffany Hemion, attempted to drive off, she was taken into custody. Both were arraigned Boyd was sent to the Broome County Jail to await further action in Broome County Court. Hemion was released on her own recognizance and ordered to appear in the Town of Fenton Court at a later date.
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Chenango County officials announced that State Route 8 between State Route 23 in South New Berlin & County Route 33 is closed, following a motor vehicle accident. Crews have closed the road to replace a utility pole; Otsego County Route 18 is being used as a detour this morning.
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The Chenango County Health department announced that rabies clinics have been scheduled over the next 2 months. Today, a rabies clinic will be held at the Guilford Town Garage from 5:30 to 6:30 PM for dogs, cats & domesticated ferrets, more information is available at 337-1673.
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 4-17-18

by wcdonews Posted on April 17, 2018

The Latest Siena College Poll released Today shows that Governor Cuomo still holds a commanding lead over actress Cynthia Nixon among registered Democratic voters by a 58 to 27% margin. The poll also has Cuomo with commanding leads over Republican candidates State Senator John DeFrancisco and Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputy’s arrested 33 Year old Keith Brown of Davenport, for Criminal Obstruction of Breathing, Unlawful Possession of Marihuana, & Harassment, following a report of a domestic dispute in the Town of Davenport. Brown was arraigned at the Town of Davenport Court and remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $5,000 cash bail or $10,000 bond, pending future court action.
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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli’s office audited the state Department of Agriculture and Markets, the report suggests that they are doing well to ensure animal shelters are providing safe conditions and proper care for seized dogs, but officials could do more to make certain dogs are not inappropriately euthanized. DiNapoli’s office visited 48 of the 294 shelters, Auditors found all of the shelters visited generally provided appropriate food, water and care, and tended to any injured animals.
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Sidney Village Police arrested 20 year old Gage Solecki of Sidney on a bench warrant from Sidney court. During the arrest, Solecki attempted to fell from officers; he was apprehended & additionally charged with resisting arrest plus unlawful possession of marijuana. Solecki was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware county Jail on $1,500 cash bail pending action in Sidney court on May 29th.
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Delaware County Public Health Free Rabies Vaccination Clinics today for dogs, cats and ferrets from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM, at the Hancock Town Hall. More information is available at 832-5200 or delawarecountypublichealth.com
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The State DOT will hold a public meeting today to discuss plans to replace a culvert on State Route 7 over West Hill Road Creek in the town of Worcester. The open house meeting will be held at the Worcester High School cafeteria, beginning at 6:30 PM, A formal presentation will begin at 7:00 PM. The project proposes to replace the culvert, Construction is currently scheduled to begin in the spring of 2019 & take 3 to 4 weeks with an off-site detour in place.
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The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting Today, in the District Conference Room at 6:30 PM. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.
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The Oneonta Common Council will hold their next regular meeting this evening at City Hall. The meeting begins at 7:00 PM & is open to the public.
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Broome County District Attorney’s office announced the arrest of 20 year old Michael Roque in his SUNY Binghamton Dorm Room, he has been charged with 2nd degree murder for the fatal stabbing of 19 year old Joao Souza in room G17 of Windham Hall Sunday Night. Roque was remanded to the Broome County Jail last night pending court action.
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Otsego County Sheriff’s deputies arrested 43 year old William DeSimone & 52 year old Gabrielle Bastian of New Lisbon for animal cruelty plus Growing of the cannabis by unlicensed persons & Unlawful Possession of Marijuana. The ASPCA was contacted to seize animals; many were relocated to safety after check-ups by veterinarians. Deputies seized 50 marijuana plants & dried Marijuana, DeSimone was given an appearance ticket and released. Gabrielle Bastian was arraigned in the Town of New Lisbon Court & was released after posting bail. Both are scheduled to reappear on April 25th in the Town of New Lisbon Court.
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The state budget sent some dollars to the upstate counties for worthy programs, local Assemblyman Cliff Crouch explains:

(Crouch 4-17-18)

The State budget also included additional funds for area school districts, which will allow them ample time to put together budgets to put before voters in May.
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Chenango County Sheriff’s Department arrested a Town of Verona resident for Criminal Mischief, Criminal Obstruction of breathing or blood flow, and Harassment. 21 year old Luvinda Cobey was charged after Deputies responded to a Town of Greene business for a domestic dispute, while both were traveling on State Highway 12, Cobey is alleged to have punched, choked and caused damage to victim’s property as victim pulled into a business to seek help. Cobey was arraigned in the Village of Greene Court and was released on recognizance, pending future court action.
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Missing teenager Robert Pegos of Binghamton has been found, according to State Police. Pegos was found in Bangor, Maine in good health, he will be returned to his family shortly, 2 unidentified people have been charged with custodial interference in this case.
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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 4-16-18

by wcdonews Posted on April 17, 2018

Binghamton University Police and New York State Police are investigating the fatal stabbing of 19-year-old Joao (Joe-a) Souza Sunday night at Windham Hall & the suspect was still at large early this afternoon. All Classes were cancelled today & Police said that the suspect was a light skinned male that fled on foot; he was wearing dark pants & a dark Hoodie.
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Several state police vehicles were damaged, and a 16 year old from Otego is facing numerous charges, following a chase from Otego, through Harpursville & back towards Bainbridge on Sunday. Troopers responded to a domestic dispute in Otego Late Sunday Morning, the situation escalated when the unidentified Teen took a minivan and led police on a chase through several towns locally. The teen was charged with Grand larceny, criminal mischief, menacing, reckless endangerment, plus several traffic violations in local courts.
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29 year old Corey Robinson has been brought back to Broome County to face murder charges, for the April 1st killing of Ericka Smith of Binghamton, at 92 Crocker Avenue in Johnson City. Robinson was located in Marietta Georgia & was returned to Broome County Friday, the murder weapon has been retrieved by State Police Divers from the Susquehanna River. Robinson is being held in the Broome County jail pending court action.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a 2 car head collision on State Highway 206 in the Town of Walton Saturday morning at about 6:00 AM. The investigation revealed that a Volkswagen operated by 24 year old Tyler Cox of Binghamton collided with a Volvo operated by 70 year old Sante Moesle of Mt. Tremper. Volvo passengers included 60 year old Debra Abreu-Moesle and 19 year old John Abreu, all passengers involved were taken to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City for treatment, and Sante Moesle was later transported to Upstate Medical Center for internal injuries. The investigation is ongoing at this time.
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Otsego County Sheriff’s Department has charged a Garrattsville couple on charges of cruelty to animals. Over 100 animals were removed from a farm at 166 Backus Road in Garratsville, the animals were brought to the Susquehanna Animals Shelter in Cooperstown, and some were then moved to area farms after they were evaluated by Veterinarians. The Department has not yet released the name of the couple, the investigation is continuing & additional charges are expected.
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The State Department of Taxation and Finance announced that it’s extending the hours of its Income Tax Call Center to assist taxpayers through the April 17 filing deadline. Today & Tomorrow, the call center will remain open until 7:30 p.m. to answer last-minute filing questions, at at 518-457-5181 or online at tax.ny.gov.

State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced a lawsuit against Charter Communications and Spectrum, formerly known as Time Warner Cable, alleging they deliberately promised Internet speeds they could not deliver. The complaint alleges that since January 2012 Spectrum-TWC’s marketing promised subscribers who signed up for its Internet service that they would get a “fast, reliable connection” to the Internet from anywhere in their home, after a 16-month investigation – the Attorney General’s Office found Spectrum-Time Warner subscribers were getting 70 to 80% slower than promised.
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Governor Cuomo announced the submission of 259 vetoes from the state Budget. The vetoes include 149 appropriations pertaining to state agency operations and 61 other appropriations for which adequate funding is already provided in the budget. 26 appropriations pertain to federal grants that have expired, 10 were more than 7 years old and have had no disbursements over that time.
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The Village of Sidney announced that the 2nd part of the Main Street revitalization project will begin today. The work on is expected to be completed July 25th, street parking will be restricted; some changes to traffic flow can be expected.
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State Police are currently looking for 15 year old Robert Pegos from Binghamton; he was last seen leaving his place of residence on April 13th, wearing a black leather jacket, black jeans, grey sneakers, a Nightmare before Christmas hat, a black backpack and bracelets. Pegos could be hiding with friends, he does not have a cell phone and his social media account is locked. Anyone with information is asked to call the State Police at 775-1241.
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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Job Fair at the Robert W. Harrold BOCES Campus on May 23rd, Chamber President Ray Pucci comments:

(Ray Pucci 4-16-18)

Those wishing to recruit new employees can contact the chamber at 746-2281 or Delaware county .org.
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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 4-13-18

by wcdonews Posted on April 13, 2018

52 year old Michael Slack of Otego has been charged with making a terroristic threat, Menacing, criminal possession of a weapon, & Harassment, following the report of a domestic dispute Tuesday. Slack is accused of making terroristic threats about government officials, & threatening a victim with a rifle; he was arraigned & was remanded to the Otsego County jail on $25,000 cash or $50,000 bond.
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The City of Oneonta Department of Public Service announced this year’s schedule for curbside residential brush and yard waste pick-up. Those living in wards 1-4 will be have their yard waste picked up on Monday April 16th, those in wards 5-8 will be picked up the following Monday, April 23rd. Residents should have brush and yard waste out no sooner than the weekend before the scheduled pick-up to prevent possible code violation. Brush pick up will continue through the end of November.
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State Police released more details about the death of Whitesboro Police Officer Kevin Crossley, who was killed Wednesday night when his patrol car collided with a pickup truck driven by 26-year old Nicole Moshier-Harris of Whitesboro. Investigators reported that there is no indication that drugs or alcohol played a role in the crash. Officer Crossley was a full-time member of the Whitesboro Police Department for 7 years, he was 34 years old.
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The Delaware County Historical Association will feature Kurt Reigel, who owns & is restoring the Andrew Mann Inn on State Route 7 Riverside Sidney. The presentation will begin at 2:00 pm Saturday regarding the building that was built in 1787; it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. There is no admission fee for this event, more information, is available at 746-3849.
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The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce will hold their 2018 Job Fair Saturday, at the Fox Care Center from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Area Employers are seeking employees to fill a variety of positions, who can start immediately.
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The Color Run will be held in Binghamton Sunday, at SUNY BROOME. The event will benefit Mental Health Association of the Southern Tier, check in begins at 7:30 AM; the run begins at 10:30 AM.
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Howie Hawkins of Syracuse announced today that he is running for Governor to demand more progressive reforms and system change. Hawkins finished 3rd in the 2014 Gubernatorial race. His 184,419 votes moved the Green Party up to the 4th line among ballot qualified parties.
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Afton’s 2nd Annual Chili Cook Off Challenge will be held tomorrow from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The event will be held at the Afton Town Hall, proceeds will benefit the Afton Community Park Fund.
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The 20th annual SADD “Strides for Safety” 5K will be held Sunday in Oneonta. Students will run, or walk from upper East Street to the Oneonta High School, money raised will go to facilitate activities that promote drug- and alcohol-free lifestyles, for teenagers.

State Police CNET arrested 36 year old Matthew Mazepa of Harpursville, in the City of Binghamton on active felony bench warrants from Chenango County Court. Mazepa was found to be in possession of an assault rifle, crystal methamphetamine, cocaine, crack cocaine, marihuana, ammunition and drug paraphernalia. Mazepa was charged with Criminal Possession Controlled Substance, Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Tampering with physical evidence, Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia & Resisting Arrest, he was arraigned and remanded to the Broome County Jail without bail.
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State Police arrested a 21-year-old man following a domestic incident. Joshua Backus of Greene was charged with 2nd degree Burglary, Criminal Possession of a Stimulant, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, 4 counts of Menacing and Harassment and Unlawful Possession of Marihuana. Troopers were called to a residence in the Town of Oxford to investigate a domestic dispute; Backus pushed 2 subjects and threatened them with a hammer, pointed a gun at them and attempted to hit them with his vehicle. Troopers observed Backus drive by the residence, he was arrested, arraigned and was remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $40,000 cash bail or $80,000 bond pending Grand Jury action on April 18th.
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Erin Collier of Cooperstown, who is a candidate for Congress in New York’s 19th district, announced today that she has qualified to be on the ballot for the Democratic Primary on June 26th. Collier’s campaign filed over 2,700 signatures in support of her candidacy with the State Board of Elections, more than double the required number of signatures.
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The SUNY Oneonta Fights Cancer Club will hold the OH Fight Walk this evening from 6:00 pm until midnight at the Alumni Field House. Participants will walk around the Field House to raise awareness of and money for local families battling cancer. Registrations are available at suny.oneonta.edu.
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The St. Luke’s Lutheran Church Parish Nurse Committee and the Sidney Area Youth Advocate Program will present the documentary “Chasing The Dragon” on Saturday, April 14th at 2:00 PM. Organizer Ronnie Haag told WCDO News that the documentary focuses on the addiction stories of young people addicted to opioids:

(Ronnie Haag 4-13-18)

the content is considered acceptable for youths in Middle School and up, refreshments & a discussion will follow.
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The Out Of The Woodwork Players & the Jericho Arts council present “THE WEDDING SINGER” tonight, Saturday & Sunday at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater. Cast member Will Drew Explains:

(Will Drew 4-13-18)

The musical is based on the Adam Sandler Movie of the same name; tickets can be purchased at BrownPaperTickets.com.
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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-11-18

by wcdonews Posted on April 11, 2018

State Police arrested 3 people after a fight at Dunkin’ Donuts on Chestnut Street in Oneonta. A 16-year-old teen complained about an order in the drive thru, she then entered the store hit an employee and broke items. Another customer took a picture of the vehicle’s license plate, and was struck by the 16-year-old and 17-year-old female, they were charged with Disorderly Conduct and Harassment, 19-year-old Sean Gunther of Oneonta, was also arrested for Disorderly Conduct and Resisting Arrest, all 3 were arraigned in the town of Oneonta Court. The 16-year-old was released on her own recognizance. The 17-year-old and Gunther were remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $500 cash bail or $1,000 bond. All 3 face action in town of Oneonta Court on May 3rd.
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Racing will begin soon at the Afton Motor Sports Park, spokesman Ron Ford told WCDO News about some of this year’s special events:

(Ron Ford 4-11-18)

Ford said that the regular season of racing at Afton Motor Sports Park is Friday April 27th.
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State Police arrested 27 year old Ashlee Simms of Burlington Flats for DWI with a BAC result of .16%, which is twice the legal limit. Troopers observed Simms speeding on County Highway 32, she is accused of being intoxicated, did not possess a valid driver’s license and had been previously convicted of Driving While Ability Impaired, Simms is scheduled to appear in the town of Norwich Court on May 10th.
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Norwich City Police & the Chenango County Department of Social Services investigated the report of an assault of a child younger than 2 years old. 31 year old Jennifer Rahn of Norwich was charged with 2nd degree Assault & Endangering the Welfare of a Child, The child was treated at Chenango Memorial Hospital and released, Rahn was arraigned in Norwich City Court & was remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $5,000 cash bail, pending additional court action tomorrow.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that up to $15 million is available for projects that will help New York improve the resiliency, efficiency, and overall performance of its electric grid to save on energy and costs to combat climate change. Modernizing the grid supports Governor Cuomo’s initiative to deploy 1,500 megawatts of energy storage by 2025 and for half of the state’s electricity to come from renewable energy sources by 2030. The grid modernization initiative is administered by NYSERDA; they will award projects through a 2-step competitive process. The final proposals selected will receive funding to move forward.
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22 year old Matthew Stafford of Sidney Center was arrested by Delaware County Sheriff’s deputies for 2nd degree Assault following a fight April 1st at the Delaware County Jail. Stafford was returned to the County Jail pending further action from the Village of Delhi Court.
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Delaware County Office for the Aging announced that the annual Big Wheels Golf Tournament will be held at the Delhi College Golf Course on Friday, May 11th. The event serves as a primary fundraiser for programs and services for Delaware County senior citizens. The entry fee this year will be $65, Registrations for the tournament can be obtained at 832-5750.

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State Police removed a large quantity of marijuana from a residence on Hogsback Road in the town of Greene, they arrested 51 year old Christopher Phillips for Criminal Possession of Marijuana, Unlawful Growing of Cannabis and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. State Troopers were dispatched to check the welfare at a female at the home where troopers observed several marijuana plants. Troopers also located dried marijuana, marijuana seeds, and suboxone. Phillips was issued appearance tickets and is scheduled to appear in the town of Greene Court on April 12, 2018.
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State Police arrested 46 year old Jason Keena-Molinaro of Cedar Grove, New Jersey with a reported B.A.C. of .16%, following a 2 car accident on Kendricks Road in Sherburne. Keena-Molinaro was issued appearance tickets and turned over to a sober party. He is scheduled to appear in the town of Sherburne Court on May 14th.
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State Police arrested 31 year old Kenneth Thorn of Middlefield, for Operating a Motor Vehicle Impaired by Drugs & Unlawful Possession of Marijuana, plus several traffic tickets. Troopers observed Thorn’s vehicle traveling in the wrong direction on Chestnut Street Extension in Oneonta, Thorn was released on appearance tickets and scheduled to appear in the city of Oneonta Court on April 16, 2018.
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