WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 5-5-17

by wcdonews Posted on May 5, 2017

On April 28th, members of the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office, State Police, and City of Norwich Police Department conducted an enhanced traffic-safety enforcement campaign in the Norwich area. 5 people were arrested on a variety of drug charges during the detail. During the detail a total of 17 criminal arrests were made in addition to 41 traffic summons for various vehicle and traffic violations.
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Chenango County Sheriff’s department arrested 2 juvenile residents from the Village of Smyrna Thursday for Reckless Endangerment, following an investigation into an accidental shooting. The 2 unnamed juveniles were pointing rifles at each other in a reckless manner when the 16 year old’s gun discharged striking the 17 year old in the shoulder, the 17 year old was taken to Community Memorial Hospital and released with minor injuries. Both juveniles were issued appearance tickets for Village of Smyrna Court and were released to their parents.
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State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli’s office approved the purchase of a $12.5 million, used Sikorsky Helicopter that would be used to fly the governor around the state. The State Police will take delivery of the aircraft next month, DiNapoli initially rejected the proposal earlier this year, they reversed course and gave the State Police permission to pursue the deal, after a state helicopter carrying Cuomo filled with fumes and made an emergency landing at Stewart Airport in Newburgh.
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The Delaware County Historical Association will hold their 5th Biennial Historical Society Conference tomorrow afternoon. The event will be held at the Society’s offices at 46549 State Highway 10 in Delhi from 1:00 to 4:00 PM.
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The Friends of the Rogers Center in Sherburne will be holding their Earth Fest Sunday from 12:00 Noon until 4:00 PM. A number of activities are planned, more information is available at 674-4733 or FriendsofRogers.org.
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The Tri Town Relay for Life will be held in Bainbridge Saturday, American Cancer Society Spokesperson Heather Brewster explains:

(HEATHER BREWSTER 5-5-17)

Last year’s Relay for Life raised over $90,000 for American Cancer Society educational programs, research & to assist Cancer patients to their appointments.
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The Village Of Sidney Will Be Accepting Appliances & Metal Today & Tomorrow at the Village Garage on Sherman Avenue, between 8:00 AM & 3:00 PM only. The Annual Drop Off is for Sidney residents only, a maximum of 8 tires per resident will be allowed. Appliances with Freon will be accepted, along with old cell phones, Computers, TV’s Copiers, Microwaves, Gaming Devices, and more.
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The Chenango Arts Council will host their 5K Allegro Run for the Arts and Spring Craft Fair Saturday at their 27 West Main Street Norwich location. Council Interim Executive Director Alecia O’Neill explains:

(Alecia O’Neill 5-5- 17)

Race pre-registration is available on-line at www.chenangoarts.org. The day will conclude with the Chenango Arts Talent Showcase at the Martin W. Kappel Theater at 7:00 PM with musical guests Jess Sheldon, Woodshed Prophets & Castle Creek.
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The Jericho Arts Council announces that “Beatles For Sale” will perform at 7:00 PM at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre and Gallery, Saturday night. More information is available at jerichoarts.com; Ticket Reservations are available at 288-3882.
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The 3rd Annual Spring Fest will be held Saturday, at the Copes Corners Park on State Route 51 in Gilbertville. Spokesman Scott Lueck told WCDO news that more activities were added this year:

(Lueck 5-5-17)

More information is available at 783-2204.
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The Sidney Central School District held a Destructive Decisions Awareness Week to bring attention to positive decision-making, the Week wraps up today with a Mock DWI and Distracted Driving crash that will be staged at 12:30 today at the Transportation center, & will involve Law Enforcement, EMT’s & other emergency response organizations.
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Broadway in Binghamton announced that select orchestra seats will be available for $20 for Sunday’s performances of “RENT”, the $20 tickets are available for in-person Purchases at the Forum Theatre Box Office located Sunday only, 1 hour prior to the show. The $20 tickets are available for CASH ONLY purchases and are limited to two tickets per person and there are a total of 20 tickets available at this price! All remaining Tickets are on sale today at the Arena Box Office and Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com. 2 performances will be held Sunday at 3:00 & 7:30 PM.
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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 5-4-17

by wcdonews Posted on May 4, 2017

The National Weather Service surveyed an area of storm damage from Monday’s Storm, in Chenango County. Damage to trees was found near Oxford, the damage became more concentrated along Lyon Brook Road northeast of Oxford, where numerous trees were uprooted and snapped near Pratt Road. The tree damage pattern indicated either straight-line winds, indicating a microburst or a series of microbursts as opposed to a tornado. Structural damage included a large tree destroying a garage on Lyon Brook Road, and a peeled roof and a large tree on a house along Pratt road.
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State Police arrested 38-year-old Joseph Wilms of Unadilla, for DWI, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Criminal Mischief & other traffic violations, after troopers responded to a report of an erratic driver on the Unadilla Community Field. Wilms is accused of driving on the field, causing damage to the grass, and then driving away, he was located in his driveway on Sperry Street; the arrest was a felony because Wilms has 2 prior DWI convictions. Wilms was arraigned in the Town of Unadilla Court and was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $2,500 cash bail or $5,000 property bond, pending court action Friday.
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Governor Cuomo signed landmark legislation today to empower New York local governments to assemble and find efficiencies for savings to taxpayers.

(Cuomo 5-4-17)

The state Budget stayed within the 2% property tax cap, & the Governor challenges County Governments to develop shared services plans.
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Broome Count District Attorney Steve Cornwell announced today that Charles Burks was sentenced to 13 years in prison, and Jennifer Burks was sentenced to 9 years in prison, on 2nd-degree manslaughter and 1st degree assault convictions. The couple was accused of giving their son, 5-year-old Chace Burks a fatal dose of oxycodone on May 7th of 2016, and a debilitating dose of methadone in May of 2015.
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State Police arrested 22-year-old Akil Wright of Brooklyn for Criminal Contempt, after troopers responded to a domestic dispute in Laurens. Wright’s conduct violated a valid order of protection. Wright was arraigned in the Town of Laurens Court and was released without bail being required. His next court date is on May 18, 2017.
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State Police arrested 44-year-old Corey Christman of Oneonta for Disseminating Indecent Material to a Minor and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Christman was arraigned in the Town of Oneonta Court and remanded to Otsego County Correctional Facility on $10,000 cash bail or $50,000 bond, pending future court action.
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A large wind turbine is being moved today down State Highway 12 from the North Norwich rest area to the Oxford rest area. This will cause major traffic delays, particularly in the City of Norwich, to get the load over the Canasawacta Creek Bridge around the lunch hour. Motorists are encouraged to avoid State Highway 12 if possible. You can use County Road 32/East River Road as an alternate.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 24 year old Francisco Rodriguez of Hancock Monday, on charges of Aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, failure to keep right, and unsafe lane change. Deputies say this arrest is a result of a traffic stop on East Front Street in the Village of Hancock. Rodriguez was arraigned in front of Judge Buckley at Hancock Village Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail in lieu of $1,000 bail.

NYSEG met its goal of restoring service to more than 90% of affected customers last night & is continuing with the restoration effort. More than 60,000 customers have been affected, around 57,000 customers have had their service restored. NYSEG expects to have power restored to the remaining customers this afternoon, Helicopter patrols are continuing to look for additional damage locally this afternoon.
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The General Clinton Canoe Regatta will honor The Late Dick Davies at this year’s regatta. Regatta Chairman John Harmon explains:

(John Harmon 5-4-17)

Davies won the only 70-mile race he participated in, and was instrumental in the growth of the regatta, & the development of the regatta Hall of Fame, located at General Clinton Park.
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State Senator Fred Akshar and YES Safe Choices will honor 645 YES Leaders from Broome, Tioga and Chenango Counties at a special end-of-year Leaders Change Lives Recognition Reception at The McKinley on the Huron Campus at 1701 North Street in Endicott. Akshar will also award three Jill Kavanagh Memorial Scholarships to 3 YES Leaders.
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The Town Of Oneonta will hold the 2nd of 2 public meetings today to inform residents about the “Community Choice Aggregation” energy delivery program, which is a State program that authorizes communities to purchase of electricity at lower rates. Today’s meeting is from 5:00to 7:00 PM at the Foxcare Center on Route 7. Residents are encouraged to bring their electric bill to compare pricing.
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The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting today in the Guilford Elementary School Cafeteria at 6:30 PM. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-3-17

by wcdonews Posted on May 3, 2017

NYSEG reports that over 500 power lines & over 80 Power poles were damaged by Monday’s storm. Dry ice & bottle water will be available at Norwich, Oxford & Windsor Fire Departments today until 8:00 PM. About 90% of customers that lost power, should be restored by tonight at 10:00 PM, the remaining 10% should be restored by 1:00 PM Thursday. The Afternoon, over 7000 customers were without power in Broome, Chenango, Delaware & Otsego Counties.
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Governor Cuomo today signed legislation investing a record $25.8 billion in education aid across New York State. The new legislation boosts education aid by $1.1 billion, including a $700 million increase in Foundation Aid. Aid to New York school districts has increased by 32% over the last 6 years.
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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 41-year-old Sonya Thomas of Norwich for Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Thomas is accused of failing to report that her child had runaway and was missing for over a week. Thomas was issued an appearance ticket and is scheduled to appear in the Town of Norwich court at a later date to answer to the charges.
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The city of Oneonta announced that the Department of Public Service will be conducting additional curbside residential pick ups of residential brush & yard waste, for the rest of this week & into next week. The extra collection time is due to the high winds from Monday’s storm that knocked down limbs & branches all over the city more information is available at 432-6465, extension 3.
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The State Assembly Has approved a measure to allow Post Traumatic Stress Disorder to the list of approved ailments where doctors can prescribe medical Marijuana for treatment. Current law only allows for medical marijuana to be used by those suffering from cancer of Lou Gehrig’s disease, the bill now moves on to the State Senate for consideration.
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New Promoters are operating as the “Afton Motorsports Park” at the Fairgrounds in Afton this racing season. Ron Ford is one of the new promoters, he told WCDO News about some of the changes instituted this year:

(Ron Ford 5-3-17)

Ford said that the racing season would continue into the first week of October this year, in Afton.
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State Police conducted a traffic stop for speeding on State Route 23 in the Town of Davenport. The driver was 58-year-old Gasper Ciraolo of Bainbridge; the passengers were 22-year-old Ashley Nistad, and 18-year-old Colin Stanton, both from Sidney. A search located heroin, prescription pills and a switchblade in the vehicle; Ciraolo was arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Possession of a Weapon and other traffic violations. Nistad and Stanton were arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance; all 3 were arraigned in the Town of Davenport Court and remanded to the Delaware County Jail on bail, pending court action on May 9th.
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This year the 70-mile General Clinton Canoe regatta race features a new start location at Brookwood point in Cooperstown, Regatta Chairman John Harmon explains:

(John Harmon 5-3-17)

Brookwood Point is located at 6000 State Hwy 80, about 2 miles north of the village of Cooperstown. The Clinton race is the first leg of the prestigious Triple Crown of Canoe Racing, again this year.
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Farmers will have two opportunities to drop off their agricultural plastic for recycling under a special program offered by Otsego County Solid Waste Department, the Otsego County Soil & Water Conservation District, Otsego County Conservation Association, and Casella Waste Solutions. Ag plastic will be collected Saturday, May 6, at the Southern Transfer Station in Oneonta, and Thursday, May 11 at the Northern Transfer Station in Cooperstown, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. both days. The collection is free, but pre-registration is requested, at (607) 282-4087.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 5-2-17

by wcdonews Posted on May 2, 2017

State Senator Jim Seward joined community, labor and business leaders to announce the launch of New Yorkers for Affordable Energy, which supports increasing access to natural gas for manufacturing facilities, power production, transportation, and other purposes to support New York’s economy and quality of life:

(Seward 5-2-17)

Seward said that the Coalition partners includes the Otsego County IDA, Manufacturers Association of the Southern Tier, The Business Council of New York State, more information can be found at www.affordableenergyny.com.
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Governor Cuomo announced the “Taste New York Inaugural Craft Beer Challenge” today. New Yorkers are invited to vote for their favorite New York craft brewery, The 5 with the most votes will be invited to attend the final Taste New York Inaugural Craft Beer Challenge Tasting Event in New York City, where a panel of all-star judges will decide the winner. Voting is taking place at taste.ny.gov/craft-beer-challenge
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The Next Meeting of the General Clinton canoe Regatta committees will be held tonight at the Highway 7 Bar and Grill in Bainbridge. At 6:30, the Race Committee Meeting will begin, followed at 7:30 PM with the Regular meeting. Information about the regatta is available at canoeregatta.org
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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand said that she is ruling out a run for president in 2020, as she is focused on running for re-election for her US Senate seat in 2018. Gillibrand had to speak on the subject again yesterday in the North Country; she gave the same answer as she has since the beginning of the year, when reporters suggested that she could be a viable Democratic Party candidate for the Presidential race in 2020.
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The annual Big Wheels Golf Tournament, held at the Delhi College Golf Course, will take place on Friday, May 12th. The event serves as a primary fundraiser for programs and services which provide assistance to Delaware County senior citizens. More information or to request an entry form please contact the Delaware County Office for the Aging at 607-832-5750.

NYSEG reports power outages throughout the region from last night’s powerful storm, with crews working to restore power as quickly as possible. A state of emergency was declared in Broome County by County Executive Jason Garnar; Broome County had over 13,000 customers without power this afternoon, Chenango County had over 5100 without power, Delaware County had over 1600 & Otsego County had over 2300 without power.
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The Town Of Oneonta will hold 2 public meetings this week to provide residents with information about an energy delivery program that may save residents money on their energy bill. The program, Community Choice Aggregation is a new State program, which has authorized communities to join to together to aggregate the purchase of electricity in hopes of getting better prices for the residents. The first informational meeting is today at the Oneonta Town Hall from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, the second meeting is on Thursday, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Foxcare Center.
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The New York State Senate passed a bill that would strengthen Kendra’s Law and make it permanent. The bill enhances improves the quality and effectiveness of care provided to the mentally ill, and prevents Kendra’s Law from expiring on June 30th. Kendra’s Law was first enacted in 1999 after Kendra Webdale was pushed in front of a subway train by a man with untreated schizophrenia in New York City. The bill has been sent to the Assembly for consideration.
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A free entrepreneur workshop, “Startup Tactics,” will be held today from 6:30-8:00 pm in the Oxford Academy Primary School multipurpose room. Brad Treat of the Southern Tier Startup Alliance will lead the presentation. This event will also be live streamed free through ensemble.dcmoboces.com, more information, is available at 843-2025, ext. 3301.
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An Open House will be held at “The Place” in downtown Norwich later today. Spokesperson Sharon Velsey told WCDO News about their program:

(Sharon Velsey 5-2-17)

The Place open house will run from 5:30 to 7:00 PM, at their East Main Street Norwich location, behind the Norwich Post Office.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 5-1-17

by wcdonews Posted on May 1, 2017

Binghamton police are investigating the fatal shooting of 24-year-old Tyquan Gumbs at 10 Fayette Street in the city Friday night. Gumbs was found at the rear of the building, anyone with information is asked to contact the Police Department at 772-7080.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 25-year-old James Blount of Walton, Friday on charges of failure to keep right, unsafe lane change, unlicensed operator, and aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, following an investigation of a 1-car accident in the Town of Franklin. Blount was later released on tickets returnable to Franklin Town Court at a later date.
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The Animal Adventure in the town of Colesville named their calf this morning, following the end of voting at midnight Sunday. People who have followed the tail end of April the Giraffe’s pregnancy voted, and decided to let Alyssa Swilley, the Lead Zoologist at Animal Adventure, pick the baby boy Giraffe’s name, it was announced by their live stream that “Tajiri” was the name that was chosen, it is Swahili for “Hope”. Animal Adventure’s 5th season opens on May 13th.
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Governor Cuomo announced that $3 million is available for individuals with serious health issues to receive assistance to purchase air conditioners. Federal funding secured by the state will help New Yorkers with health issues that may be aggravated by extreme heat, Individuals eligible for assistance can apply at their local department of social services beginning today. Last summer, nearly 5,000 households received assistance. applicants must meet existing HEAP income guidelines, Local departments of social services will accept applications through August 31, or until funding runs out.
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New York State is giving more than $1 million dollars to a group of farmers, in an effort to boost the state’s Grown & Certified program. The Money is available through the Environmental Protection Fund & will be split up among 29 farms, the program was set up to assure customers that they were purchasing food from local farmers.
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The City of Oneonta Parks & Recreation Committee will hold their next regular meeting this evening. The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM at the Common Council Chambers on the 2nd floor of City Hall; it is open to the public.
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3 people were arrested following a stabbing early Friday on Birdsall Street in Norwich. Norwich Police Department and the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office found the victim who was stabbed during a fight; he was treated at Chenango Memorial Hospital & released. Arrested were 36-year-old Eric Carpenter for 2nd degree Assault & Criminal possession of a weapon, 22-year-old Brandon Parker, for Tampering with physical evidence, & 21-year-old Russell Button for Tampering with physical evidence. All three were arraigned in Norwich City Court, Carpenter was sent to the Chenango County Jail on $25,000 cash bail. Parker and Button were each sent to the jail on $3,000 cash bail. All will reappear in Norwich City Court today.
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36-year-old Danielle Dunham of Morris was arrested for allegedly bringing drugs into the Otsego County Jail. Dunham was charged with Introducing Dangerous Contraband into Prison, Possessing Dangerous Contraband in Prison & Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, for possessing Suboxone as she was being brought to the jail on a previous charge. Dunham was arraigned in the Town of Otsego Court and is being held at the Otsego County Jail on $1,000 cash or $2,000 bond, pending court action on May 17th.
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The Deadline for those wishing to compete in some of the races during this year’s General Clinton Canoe Regatta is approaching. Regatta Chairman John Harmon explains:

(John Harmon 5-1-17)

Harmon said that many of the familiar events will be back at the Regatta Grounds this year, and they will also be back to 2 fireworks nights this year.
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The City of Oneonta will continue with their milling & paving project today. Work will be performed on Main Street from Chestnut Street to Elm Street, both today & tomorrow, the street will be closed during the work hours.
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Those interested in putting a team together for Saturday’s American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life in Bainbridge, can attend today’s final meeting before the event, American cancer Society Spokesperson Heather Brewster comments:

(Heather Brewster 5-1-17)

The Meeting will be held at SFCU on Union Street in Sidney at 5:30 PM.
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The Binghamton Rumble Ponies have rescheduled their Prevention Night for tonight. No alcohol will be served during the Rumble Ponies’ game this evening, as they have teamed up with the Broome Opioid Abuse Council Drug Free Communities for the event. Tickets for last Wednesday’s game will be honored tonight when The Rumble Ponies host the Akron Rubber Ducks at 6:35 PM.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 4-28-17

by wcdonews Posted on April 28, 2017

Governor Cuomo announced that green policies at state agencies saved New York taxpayers $19.6 million in the first five years, while also reducing paper use and waste and increasing recycling. A new report by the Office of General Services also found that state agencies are using green cleaning products, capturing and reusing rainwater, and generating renewable energy.
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The Bainbridge Street Art Fest will be held Saturday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 pm along Main Street. Jericho Arts Council Spokesperson Nancy Kitchen explains:

(Nancy Kitchen 4-28-17)

The event features Free food, street musicians, raffles, as well as the Adirondack Canoe Paddle Chairs & Game Tables designed by area artists, that will be featured in Bainbridge prior to an auction on Saturday May 27th during the General Clinton Canoe regatta. More information is available at Jerichoarts.com.
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The Oxford Village Tree Board will be holding its 31st annual “Tree City USA” Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, starting at 9:00 AM at the LaFayette Park bandstand. The Oxford Village Tree Board encourages families and individuals to attend.
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The Otsego County Conservation Association’s annual “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” Garage Sale will be held on Saturday and Sunday, April 29 and 30 in the Cooperstown Farmers’ Market building at 101 Main Street (in Pioneer Alley), Cooperstown. Sale hours are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on both days. Unsold items will be available for free on Monday, May 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information on OCCA, or to donate, visit www.occainfo.org.
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Governor Cuomo announced the Salvation Army in the City of Binghamton has broken ground on its new North Side Job Training and Support Center. The new $6 million center will create up to 40 new full-time jobs and will provide additional services to residents in need. The new center will also provide child-care and senior services.
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The Sidney Shade Tree Commission held their annual Arbor Day Ceremony this morning at the pavilion at Keith Clark Park. Village Spokesman John Redente comments:

(John Redente 4-28-17)

A tree was planted near the playground, in honor of long time Sidney merchant & Shade Tree Commission member, Elwin Van Valkenburgh. Sidney has once again earned the designation as a “Tree City USA”.
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More than 200 fire departments have signed up for the 7th annual Recruit New York weekend, according to the Firemen’s Association of the State of New York. Firehouses across the State will open their doors to the public in an effort to increase membership in the volunteer fire service. Firefighters will be conducting tours of their facilities, demonstrating firefighting techniques, and allowing visitors to try on turnout gear. Participating local fire departments include Harpursville, Bainbridge, Greene, East Meredith, Walton, Unadilla & West Oneonta; the complete list is available at recruitny.org/participation-area.
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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 4-27-17

by wcdonews Posted on April 27, 2017

Vulto Creamery of Walton has been named in a wrongful death lawsuit by the widow of Richard Friedman of Vermont, Veronica Friedman. Mr. Friedman died November 2nd 2016 after suffering a massive stroke caused by the Listeriosis infection he suffered from eating the raw milk cheese manufactured by the Vulto Creamery, which was contaminated with Listeria. The Friedman’s purchased Vulto cheese last October and Friedman’s symptoms caused him to go to the Emergency Room at Brattleboro Hospital on October 11th; he was later transferred & suffered a stroke and died at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Hospital. 6 other people were hospitalized and 1 other person died in connection with the Vulto Creamery Listeria.
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Governor Cuomo signed the Clean Water Infrastructure Act Wednesday; it is a $2.5 billion investment in drinking water infrastructure, clean water infrastructure and water quality protection across the state.

(Cuomo 4-27-17)

The bill became necessary following the Flint Michigan contaminated water issue, an investigation turned up issues with water in Hoosick Falls & on Long Island.
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The State University of New York Board of Trustees today announced the appointment of Kristina Johnson as the 13th chancellor of SUNY, replacing Nancy Zimpher, who will step down as Chancellor in June. Johnson’s appointment is effective September 5 at an annual state salary of $560,000.
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The Sidney Village Police Department announced that they would be participating in the National Drug Take Back event this Saturday. Sidney Police Chief Jan Gorshack comments:

(Jan Gorshack 4-27-17)

Chief Gorshack said that the Drug Collection box will continue to be located at the front of the Police Department offices & is available at all times, in order to keep drug from getting into the wrong hands, or even into the water supply.
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The New York State Senate has voted to impose an 8-year term limit in Legislative leadership positions. The legislation calls for no more than 8 years for anyone to serve as State Senate Leader or Assembly Majority leader, they Senate has adopted their own in-house policy to limits leadership terms to 8 years, regardless of the outcome of the legislation. The proposal came forward after years of top-level corruption by leaders of both houses of state government.
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The American Cancer Society’s “Paint the Town Purple Day” is tomorrow, where tri town area Residents & businesses are asked to decorate with purple item, for cancer awareness. Spokesperson heather Brewster explains:

(Heather Brewster 4-27-17)

Brewster said that there is one last meeting on May 1st at 5:30 PM at the SFCU Sidney branch for those who would still like to add a team for the Tri Town Relay For Life Event, on May 6th at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge.
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A Kindergarten Parent Information Meeting will be held today, beginning at 6:30 PM at the Guilford Elementary School cafeteria, for students who will be 5 years old on or before December 1st. Parents are encouraged to attend to learn more about the BG Kindergarten program; more information is available at 895-6700.
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Today, Law Enforcement Officers around the state will participate in Operation Safe Stop Day. During “Safe Stop,” police officers are on board school buses and in marked and unmarked patrol units on selected bus routes that have a history of illegal passing complaints. Police issue tickets to drivers who pass stopped school buses. In the last four years, 35 students were hit by motorists passing stopped school buses in New York State.
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The New York State Office of General Services will hold a surplus vehicle auction today, at the State Police Troop C Headquarters in State Route 7 between Sidney & Unadilla. More information about surplus items can be found at nysstore.com. The auction will begin at 9:30 AM.
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The City of Oneonta will be celebrating Arbor Day today at the Maple Street Park, where a tree planting ceremony will take place at 11:00 AM. The City has been recognized as a “Tree City USA Community” for 31 years, the public is invited.
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The SUNY Broome Job fair will be held today at the campus’s Ice Center, in partnership with the state Labor Department. The event will run from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, more information is available at SUNYBROOME.EDU/career center.
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The American Red Cross Will Hold a Blood Drive for all Eligible Donors today from 12:00 TO 5:00 PM at Hartwick College. Appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, at REDCROSSBLOOD.ORG or by calling 1-800-733-2767.

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