WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 8-31-17

by wcdonews Posted on August 31, 2017

U.S. Senator Charles Schumer visited the Acco Plant in Sidney today for a tour of the facility & a meeting with area business leaders & local elected officials. Schumer discussed Acco & its plans for the future & other local plans:

(Senator Schumer 8-31-17)

Acco Sidney General Manager Jeff Almasian told WCDO News that it was important to have Senator Schumer tour the plant today:

(Jeff Almasian 8-31-17)

Glenn Nealis of the Delaware County IDA & Delaware County Economic Development told WCDO news that it’s important to keep leaders like Senator Schumer up to date on expansion plans locally, in order to get his assistance:

(Glenn Nealis 8-31-17)

Acco in Sidney currently has about 650 full time staff, which is augmented by 100 to 150 temporary workers for peak production times.
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The village of Sidney may have found their answer to getting an upgraded water supply to meet the village’s demand for clean water, Sidney Mayor Andy Matviak explains:

(Andy Matviak 8-31-17)

Sidney has previously had issues with low water pressure and Manganese issues with the water supply, they hope to correct both issues long term with the site.
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Hartwick College is held an open house for the new space at the Hartwick College Center for Craft Food & Beverage today. College Officials also officially opened their newest student residence, which is a 72-bed apartment complex.
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Local Assemblyman Cliff Crouch announced his annual fundraising Pig Roast, to be held at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge. The event will be held on Sunday September 17th from 12:00 Noon to 3:00 PM.
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State Police arrested 57 year old Rusty McConnell from Conklin, for Falsifying Business Records, and his girlfriend 41 year old April Westbrook from Conklin for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property. The arrests occurred after troopers were advised of a theft of 37 brake drums from the property of Sandbox Logistics of Kirkwood, their investigation determined that McConnell and Westbrook had dropped off the stolen brake drums as scrap metal for cash in the city of Binghamton, while at the recycling locations McConnell had signed several business records saying that the scrap brake drums were his. Both were issued tickets returnable to the city of Binghamton court on September 9th.
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The State Office of General Services announced that a surplus vehicle, highway equipment, and miscellaneous property auction has been scheduled in Unadilla on Thursday, September 7th. Information on specific items and terms of sale is available at ogs.ny.gov, or at (518) 457-6335. The auction will be held on September 7th at 9:30 AM, at the State Police Troop C Headquarters on State Route 7.
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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold its “1st Friday Eat & Meet” tomorrow at 8:30 AM at the Sidney Elks Club, on River Street in Sidney. The featured speaker for the event is Bill Wagner, Director of Mobility Management of South Central New York. More information or registration is available at 746-2281 or delawarecounty.org.
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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 8-30-17

by wcdonews Posted on August 30, 2017

2 area businessmen are teaming up to collect items to assist those affected by Hurricane Harvey in Texas. Jim Losee of Losee’s Gun Shop of Oneonta explains:

(Jim Losee 8-30-17)

Gerster’s truck is parked at Losee’s Gun Shop, located at 6748 State Highway 23 in Oneonta, the trailer will be open for collections each day from 10:00AM to 6:00 PM, until it is filled.
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Oneonta Police announced that 3 men wanted for an April Burglary have been arrested. Oneonta police responded to a domestic dispute on April 22nd. 1 of the victims was pistol-whipped & was treated & released from minor injuries at Fox Hospital. 34-year-old Teddy Faison of Oneonta was arrested in Monticello, he’s been charged with 2nd degree assault and criminal possession of a weapon, he was remanded to the Otsego County Jail without bail. Also charged was 19 year old Brian Scott of Utica, & 19 year old Nelson Navar of Utica, they were charged with 1st degree burglary & 1st degree robbery, they both face court action shortly.
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State Police arrested 28-year-old Dorothy Ramsell of the town of Maryland, for 2nd degree Assault & Criminal Mischief, after troopers responded to a physical dispute at a home on State Route 7 in the town of Maryland. Ramsell allegedly threw a coffee mug at her boyfriend’s head & a stepladder at his vehicle, which smashed the windshield. The victim was treated at Fox Hospital for head pain and a laceration to his arm, and then released. Ramsell was arraigned and was remanded to the Otsego county jail on $1,000 cash bail or $2,000 property bond, pending court action on September 12th. The court issued an order of protection against Ramsell on behalf of the victim.
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Brandon Corey was sentenced today in Broome County for a knifepoint rape of a woman in the parking lot at Wilson Hospital in Johnson City in April 2016. Corey will serve 10 years in prison followed by 20 years post-release supervision, he was also ordered to register as a sex offender.
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State Senator Jim Seward announced that $75,000 in grants he secured will go to local domestic violence programs. The funding was set aside in the 2017-2018 state budget, locally, Opportunities for Otsego will receive $16,000, Catholic Charities of Delaware, Otsego & Schoharie Counties will also receive $16,000, Delaware Opportunities will receive $6,000 & Catholic Charities of Chenango County will get $5,000
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The City of Oneonta & the Oneonta Federated Church will host a 25th anniversary ceremony & dedication on Saturday @ 2:00 PM at the Maple Street Park at the intersection of Maple & Normal. Mayor Gary Herzig announced that a sign would be dedicated to acknowledge the work of Brian Arenella for his Eagle Scout project, as well as the work of the Oneonta federated Garden Club.
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Governor Cuomo announced 2 new actions to expand addiction treatment and recovery services for people across New York. A Request for Applications makes up to $4.5 million in funding available to develop nine Open Access Centers across the state and a Request for Information has been released that seeks input on the development of two pilot recovery high schools. These actions were announced at the grand opening of a new $8.4 million outpatient addiction treatment center in Rochester Tuesday.
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Chenango County Sheriff’s Department arrested 40 year old Nathan Jackson of Sherburne for 3rd & 4th degree Grand Larceny. Jackson was arrested after he allegedly stole numerous items from the victims residence over a month long period, totaling about $10,790.00. Jackson was arraigned in the Town of North Norwich and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $1000.00 cash bail.
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The Oneonta Parks & Recreation Committee will hold their next meeting this evening. The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM at Oneonta City Hall in the Common Council Chambers.
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 8-29-17

by wcdonews Posted on August 29, 2017

State Police arrested 79-year-old Freddie Maliwacki of Conklin after he was observed speeding at about 93 miles an hour on I-81 in Kirkwood. A pursuit continued on rural roads in Kirkwood and Windsor, the pursuit ended when a Broome County Sherriff’s deputy used a spike strip on State Route 79, Maliwacki drove with punctured tires into the Golden Oak Golf Course where he eventually struck an earth embankment and stopped. Maliwacki was charged with Reckless Endangerment & Criminal Mischief, he was arraigned in the town of Windsor court and was remanded to the Broome County jail with no bail set. His next court date is pending.
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Governor Cuomo today announced the deployment of additional New York Air National Guard resources to assist in the Hurricane Harvey response in Texas. A search and rescue aircraft carrying 15 more Airmen from the 106th Rescue Wing is arriving at Fort Hood in Texas this afternoon, & a Regional Medical Plans Officer will depart for Texas on Thursday to assist with the evacuation and transportation of patients from area hospitals.
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It was 6 years ago this week, that the region was hit by Hurricane Irene, followed by Tropical Storm Lee, and the devastation that followed. Assemblyman Pete Lopez said that 6 years later, life is still not back to normal:

(Pete Lopez 8-29-17)

Lopez said that the work is still going on around his Assembly District, with 1 eye on the sky in case another Hurricane or Tropical Storm hits the region.
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Those who are looking to donate to help with the relief efforts, following Hurricane Harvey’s devastation in Texas, The American red Cross of taking donation in order to continue helping those dealing with the ongoing storm. Donations can be sent through redcross.org.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 35-year-old John Whiteside Jr of Walton New York on charges of Speeding 70/55, unlicensed operator, and aggravated unlicensed operation 3rd degree following a traffic stop on State Highway 10 in the Town of Walton. Whiteside was later released on tickets returnable to Walton Town Court at a later date.
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Delaware County Deputies arrested 77-year-old Albert Swan of Clifton New Jersey for 2nd degree Burglary & Criminal Trespass. Deputies responded to a trespass in progress at a residence in the Village of Stamford, Swan allegedly entered the residence through a window to remove property; he was confronted by the homeowners and would not vacate the residence until police were called. Swan was arraigned in the Town of Harpersfield Court and released on $1,000 cash bail.
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Oneonta Public Transit is seeking Bus Drivers who are interested in working Friday and Saturday nights. CDL with passenger endorsement is preferred, but training is available. Applications and minimum qualifications are available at City Hall, 258 Main St. or at oneonta.ny.us/personnel.
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The State DOT will hold a public meeting on Today to discuss plans to replace a bridge on State Route 41 over Long Pond Brook in the town of Smithville. The open house meeting will be held at the Smithville Community Center, on State Route 41 in the town Smithville Flats beginning at 6:30 pm. A formal presentation will begin at 7 p.m. The bridge was built in 1936 & is safe for continued travel and is regularly inspected. The project proposes to replace the bridge on its existing alignment. Construction is currently scheduled to begin in the spring of 2019 and be completed in two construction seasons.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 31 year old Latorrie Boykin of Bronx New York, on charges of failure to keep right, moving from lane unsafely, and driving while ability impaired by alcohol following a traffic stop on County Highway 26 in the Town of Colchester. Deputies allege the defendant was driving a motor vehicle to Bronx New York from the Village of Delhi while in an impaired condition. Boykin was later released on tickets returnable to Colchester Town Court at a later date.
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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 8-28-17

by wcdonews Posted on August 28, 2017

28-year-old Joshua Shurock of Norwich was sent to jail without bail, after being accused of assaulting a police officer & possession of heroin. Shurock was arrested last Thursday; he allegedly injured a Norwich officer while being arrested on the drug charge. The officer was treated & released at Chenango Memorial Hospital. Shurock was remanded back to jail pending future court action.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 36-year-old Seth Maki of Minnesota, with Criminal Impersonation; he is accused of falsely identifying himself to Deputies at the Delaware County Fair. Maki was arraigned in the Village of Walton Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $500 cash bail.
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State Police arrested 28-year-old Todd Matias of Harpursville for Felony DWI, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation 1& several other traffic violations, after a trooper heard a vehicle with a loud exhaust on State Route 79, in the town of Colesville. The officer determined that Matias was driving while intoxicated, had a suspended driver’s license, and an expired vehicle registration. Matias refused to submit to a breath test to determine his blood alcohol content, he was arraigned in the town of Colesville court, and was remanded to the Broome County jail on $5,000 cash bail or $10,000 bond.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 22-year-old Ashley Murphy, of Sidney Center, on a Bench Warrant issued by the Town of Walton, for failure to appear to answer a charge of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Murphy was arraigned in the Town of Walton Court and was released on her own recognizance and directed to reappear in the Town of Walton Court on a later date.
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State Police arrested 46-year-old Wayne Johnson of Oneonta, for Felony DWI, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, and Operating a Motor Vehicle without an Interlock Device. Johnson was pulled over for improperly working headlights, a trooper determined that Johnson was intoxicated, had a suspended driver’s license, and was driving a vehicle that was not equipped with an ignition interlock device. Johnson was arraigned in the town of Oneonta court and was remanded to the Otsego county jail on $1,500 cash bail or $3,000 bond, pending September 12th court action.
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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold its September 1st Friday Eat & Meet on Friday, at 8:30 a.m., at the Sidney Elks Club, on River Street in Sidney. The featured speaker for the event is Bill Wagner, Director of Mobility Management of South Central New York, in partnership with Rural Health Network of South Central New York. More information or registration is available at 746-2281 or delawarecounty.org.
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The Town of Hartwick offers collection containers for household batteries and mercury thermostats. There are 2 Drop-off Locations for rechargeable, button cell, and lithium batteries, one is at the Hartwick Town Hall at 103 Town Drive. The second is at Short Cuts located at 10 Commons Drive in the Hartwick Commons during open hours. Household batteries and mercury thermostats can be dropped off during town clerk’s hours, Monday-Wednesday, 10am-2pm and Thursday, 4pm -6pm.
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Classes for those interested in receiving a high school equivalency diploma will be starting shortly. June White of the Afton Central School’s Adult & Continuing education program explains:

(June White 8-28-17)

More information is available at 639-2811.
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Governor Cuomo signed Briana’s Law that requires State Police and New York City Police Department candidates and officers to receive CPR training prior to graduation and every 2 years after. In 2010, Briana Ojeda suffered an asthma attack while playing at a playground, on the way to the hospital; Briana’s mother was stopped by a police officer who was unable to perform CPR. Briana died shortly after she got to the hospital. The new law will go into effect in 60 days.
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The Chenango County Department of Public Works will close County Road 38 between Hohreiter Road and Searles Hill Road, in the Towns of Guilford and Bainbridge today, between 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, for a Culvert Replacement project. Motorists are asked to seek alternative routes. More information is available at 337-1710.
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The Oneonta City Clerk’s office announced 3 meeting for today at City Hall. The Operations, Planning & Evaluation Committee will meet at 4:00 PM, the Finance Committee meets at 5:00 PM and the Zoning & Housing Board of Appeals meets at 7:00 PM. All meetings will be held in the Common Council Chambers & are open to the public.
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Stephen Stills & Judy Collins will perform tonight at the Anderson Center @ SUNY Binghamton. Some Tickets are available at the Anderson Center Box Office, at 777-2787 or at anderson.binghamton.edu.
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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 8-25-17

by wcdonews Posted on August 25, 2017

Cal Harris has filed papers in federal court in Syracuse today, against Tioga County officials for malicious prosecution and civil rights violations. Harris was twice convicted for murdering his estranged wife Michelle in 2001 he won appeals each time, the 3rd murder trial was moved to Schoharie County, that jury was deadlocked, and in trial Number 4, Harris was freed from Jail. Harris’ lawsuit targets former Tioga County District Attorney Gerald Keene, who prosecuting the murder case twice, and got convictions against Harris, plus Police detectives that worked the case, & people who testified against him, they are expected to respond to the suit in Federal court later this year.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 51 year old Matthew Dyer of Florida, for 20 counts of Reckless Endangerment, following an investigation by Sheriff’s Deputies and the management of Reithoffer Shows, that revealed that Dyer was operating a ride at the Delaware County Fairgrounds while intoxicated; endangering the passengers on the ride. Dyer was arraigned in the Village of Walton Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $20,000 cash bail pending further court action.
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Chenango County residents looking to participate in the next Household Hazardous waste day in September need to call & sign up soon. Collection day Organizer pat Pittsley explains:

(Pat Pittsley 8-25-17)

The event will be held on September 23rd from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Chenango County Highway Garage, registration or more information is available by calling 337-1792.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 30-year-old Patrick Ford of Delancey, on a Bench Warrant issued by the Town of Delhi Court as a result of Ford’s failure to appear to answer charges of Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree and Petit Larceny. Ford was arraigned in the Town of Delhi Court & was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $250 cash bail.
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State Police & Delaware County Sheriff’s deputies arrested 33-year-old Christopher Davis of Otego on a Warrant of Arrest issued by the Town of Franklin Court. Davis was charged with 3rd degree Robbery, Criminal Mischief & Petty Larceny, for allegedly forcefully stealing a cell phone from a victim during a domestic dispute in the Town of Franklin. Davis was arraigned in the Town of Franklin Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $1,000 cash bail pending further court action.
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The Norwich YMCA 10th Annual Open Doors Scholarship Motorcycle ride will be held this Sunday. Registrations will begin at 10:00 AM; the ride starts at 11:30 & will proceed to Mt. Upton Park for a chicken barbecue & Chinese Auction, 50/50 & other activities.
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The Greater Afton Chamber of Commerce has taken over the “Afton Sidewalk Days” Saturday, as they try to keep a long time local tradition going forward, Chamber President John Hinman explains:

(John Hinman 8-25-17)

The Event will run tomorrow from 9:00 to 4:00 on Afton’s Main Street, with Sidewalks Sales, games for children and many other activities.
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The 4th Annual Oneonta Job Corps Community Ballgame will be held tonight from 6:15 to 9:15 PM @ Damaschke Field in Neahwa Park. In addition to the ballgame there will be games and contests, & a Fireworks Show at 9:00pm. The event is free & open to the public.
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The Electoral Action Working Group of Delaware County Solidarity, has organized a community forum Saturday, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the United Ministry of Delhi at 1 Church Street. Candidates who have officially announced their run for the 19th congressional seat in 2018 will participate. More Information is available at 363-2752.
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The New York State MX Championship will be held at the Unadilla Valley Sports Center on State Route 8 in New Berlin this weekend. The State Championship is open to all racers regardless of their state of residence. This event offers both dirt bike and quad classes. More information is available at 965-8450 or unadillamx.com.
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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce next Business After Hours event is today at the Super 8 Hotel at 4 Mang Drive. The event will run from 6:00 pm to 8:00 PM.
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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 8-24-17

by wcdonews Posted on August 24, 2017

Norwich Police & the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30 year old Joshua Harrington & 29 year old Coy Biviano, for the alleged sales of heroin and cocaine. Both were charged with the Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance, they were arraigned in Norwich City Court. Harrington was sent to the Chenango County Jail on $10,000 bail, while Biviano is being held without bail.
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State Police Superintendent George Beach today reminded the public that there is only one week remaining to apply for the new State Trooper entrance examination, which will be held this fall. Online applications for the exam must be submitted before September 1, 2017, and interested candidates can sign up at www.nytrooper.com. The exam will be held on October 7, October 14, October 21, and October 28, 2017, at several convenient locations around the state.
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Chenango County Sheriff’s department arrested 2 Sherburne residents on drug charges. 36-year-old Cheryl Myers was charged with Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance, after an officer observed a drug transaction in the Town of Sherburne. Myers was arraigned in the Town of North Norwich Court & was remanded to the County Jail on Bail & is scheduled to reappear in the Town of Sherburne Court at a later date. Also, Deputies arrested 36-year-old Sara Hart for criminal possession of a controlled substance; she was released to appear in the Town of Sherburne Court at a later date.
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The Chenango County Department of Public Works will close County Road 38 between Hohreiter Road and Searles Hill Road, in the Towns of Guilford and Bainbridge Monday, between :00 AM to 6:00 PM, for a Culvert Replacement project. Motorists are asked to seek alternative routes. More information is available at 337-1710.
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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested 29 year old Ronald Boerner of Andes after a domestic incident in the Town of Bovina. Boerner was charged with Criminal Trespass & Criminal Mischief, after he allegedly entered a residence without permission and smashed a window out of a vehicle. Boerner was arraigned in the Town of Bovina Court where he was released on his own recognizance, and will re-appear at a later date.
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Chenango County Sheriff’s Department arrested 33-year-old Daniel Taylor of Edmeston on an active Arrest Warrant for the charge of 1st degree Assault. Taylor was arrested following an investigation of an assault of a 29-year-old Norwich man on July 27th in the Village of Oxford. Taylor is alleged to have struck the victim in the head several times with a large piece of wood. Taylor was arraigned in the Town of Guilford Court and was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $20,000 cash bail. Taylor is to reappear in the Village of Oxford Court at a later date to answer to his charge.

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The New York Lottery’s Yolanda Vega will be at the Great New York State Fair to award a Waverly man with his $1,000,000 scratch-off prize. The unidentified newest Lottery millionaire won his jackpot while making a last minute stop for two bags of ice he had forgotten to buy earlier in the day.

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A Chenango County Free Rabies Clinic will be held today for Dogs, Cats & Domesticated Ferrets.   The clinic will be held in Greene at the Ball Flats in the Pole Barn, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. More information is available at 337-1673 or co.chenango.ny.us.

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Registration for the Annual Chenango United Way Golf Tournament is Tomorrow. The tournament will be at the Blue Stone Golf Course on September 22nd beginning at 10:00 a.m. Registration or more information is available at 334-8815.

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The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting on Today in the District Conference Room. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 8-23-17

by wcdonews Posted on August 23, 2017

The National Weather Service has confirmed that a tornado touched down in the Madison County town of Georgetown on Tuesday afternoon. The Investigation revealed that the tornado had sustained winds of 90 miles per hour & was a part of the Storm system that traveled through Central New York Monday Afternoon. Damage in the area of the tornado included downed trees and Utility Poles there were no injuries were reported.
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State Owned Drones will be used for the 1st time at the New York State Fair in Syracuse this year. The drones will be used to monitor traffic conditions & the capacity of the surrounding parking lots, on the weekends of the Fair, which traditionally has the highest attendance. Governor Cuomo said that the State DOT & STATE Police would operate the Drones.
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Chenango County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a Town of Coventry resident on charges of Sexual Abuse & Endangering the Welfare of a Child. 38-year-old Charles Crosby-Barrows was being held on unrelated charges at the Chenango County Jail, he is accused following an investigation of a reported sexual abuse of a juvenile female in 2016.
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Math & English scores for New York Students who took standardized tests this spring, showed a slight increase over the 2016 scores, according to the State Education Department. 39.8% of students grades 3 to 8 were proficient in English Language Arts, up almost 2% from 2016, 40.2% of students passed the Math tests, up by 1.1% from 2016. Students who opted out declined from 21% to 19%.
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Chenango County Sheriff’s deputies arrested 50 year old Michelle Ryan-Cook of Smyrna for 2nd degree Forgery, 3rd degree Grand Larceny & Falsifying Business Records. Ryan-Cook is accused of stealing more than $3,000 from a Sherburne business from November 2016 to April 2017; she faces court action shortly.
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Governor Cuomo announced a coordinated effort by state agencies to crack down on underage drinking on college campuses and in college towns as the fall semester begins. The State Liquor Authority, Police Agencies & the State DMV will conduct statewide sweeps of locations holding liquor licenses, looking for fake IDs and illegal sales to minors. The combined enforcement effort will begin immediately.

Governor Cuomo will officially open the Great New York State fair today, at the fairgrounds in Syracuse. The fair will open after the Governor’s announcement; it will run daily through Labor Day.
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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 21-year-old Kathleen Brown of Norwich for illegally entering a residence. Brown allegedly punched & grabbed an individual by the neck, and pulled a child from a family member, she then attempted to leave in a vehicle that did not have child safety seats. The driver, 22-year-old Lucas Cummings of Norwich was found to have a suspended driver’s license. Brown was arraigned in the Town of Norwich Court for Criminal Trespass & Endangering the Welfare of a Child. She was released & will appear in court at a later date. Cummings was issued a Ticket for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle & will appear in the Town of Norwich Court at a later date.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a motor vehicle accident on State Highway 28 in the Town of Franklin. 22-year-old Nicholas Thompson of Garnerville crossed over the opposing lane and drove off the roadway and struck a culvert. Thompson was transported to Fox Hospital for treatment of injuries sustained in the accident. Deputies charged Thompson with DWI & Failure to Keep Right. He was issued tickets returnable in Town of Franklin at a later date.
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Delaware County Public Health will hold a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For dogs, cats and ferrets today. The clinic will run from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Sidney Fire Hall on River Street, more information is available at 832-5200 or delawarecountypublichealth.com.
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The next meeting of the Tri-Town Coalition on Substance Abuse Prevention is being held today, at 6:00 PM at the Sidney Middle School Library.
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 8-22-17

by wcdonews Posted on August 22, 2017

The National Weather Service announced a Tornado watch for most of the WCDO Listening area through 9:00 tonight. The National Weather service defines a Tornado Watch when Tornadoes are deemed possible by the Storm Prediction Center;  where conditions are favorable for the possible creation of a Tornado. We’ll have the full Tri-County Forecast right after this newscast.
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Tri-Town Regional Hospital in Sidney will become a satellite emergency department under the leadership of Fox Hospital in Oneonta, on January 1st 2018. A certificate of need was approved earlier this year by the State Department of Health to bring Tri-town Regional under the operations of Fox Hospital, State rules stipulate that a satellite emergency department must be within 35 miles of an acute care hospital; Fox Hospital is 23 miles from Sidney while Bassett Medical Center is just over 45 miles away. The change will not affect any services at tri Town. Bassett Officials also announced a plan to apply for $25 million in grant funding to create a medical village at the Sidney campus, for outpatient and emergency care.
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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested 56-year-old Donald Whitted of Walton for failing to report an address change to the Sex Offender Registry & for failing to release an updated photo, after he moved from his registered residence in the Town of Bovina to a residence in the Town of Walton. Whitted was charged with Failure to report a Change Address in 10 days and Failure to Provide Photograph, he was arraigned in the Town of Delhi Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $2,500 cash or $5,000 secured bond.
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The “POW-MIA Memorial Highway” will be extended into the Southern Tier under legislation signed into law this week that was sponsored by State Senator Jim Seward & Assemblyman Cliff Crouch. Previously, the “POW-MIA Memorial Highway” which memorializes veterans of the Vietnam War, ran along State Route 12 for the Northern portions of the Highway, the new legislation extends the memorial highway through Madison, Chenango, and Broome counties to the intersection of State Route 12 and State Route 12A in the Town of Chenango.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 39-year-old Travis Fletcher of Walton, on a bench warrant issued by the Village of Walton Court. Fletcher was arraigned at the Village of Walton Court; he was remanded to the custody of the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $25,000 cash bail or $50,000 bond. Fletcher was scheduled to appear before the Village of Walton Court at a later date for further proceedings.
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The State Labor Department announced that the Unemployment rate for July Statewide was 4.7%, up 2/10ths from June. Locally, Chenango County had 4.8% unemployment, Delaware County 5.4% & Otsego County 4.9% in July.
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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold their next Business After Hours at the Super 8 Hotel at 4 Mang Drive on Friday. The event will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 PM, RSVP’s are requested to the Chamber office at 561-2642 as soon as possible by Chamber Members interested in attending.

Certified child safety seat technicians will be available today in Oneonta, to provide hands-on instruction regarding installing child car seats & booster seats. The event will be held at the Oneonta Home Depot from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, more information is available at 547-4230.
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The Oneonta Common Council will hold a special meeting this evening at City Hall. The council will appoint a new Transportation Director at tonight’s special meeting, as the previous director Paul Patterson is retiring. Tonight’s meeting will begin at 7:00 PM.
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