WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 3-30-17

by wcdonews Posted on March 30, 2017

Binghamton Police responded Wednesday to a reported shooting at 197 Murray Street. Police said that 51-year-old Jacque Hall was shot in the face, & 30-year-old Heather Houck was shot in the leg, 22-year-old Luis Rodriquez of Binghamton was treated for the laceration from a machete. Rodriquez has been charged with Criminal Use of a Weapon & Attempted Murder, for shooting allegedly Hall. 28-year-old John English has been charged with Tampering with Physical Evidence & 1st degree Assault for allegedly striking Rodriquez with a machete. Rodriquez & English were arraigned & were been remanded to the custody of the Broome County Sheriff Office. Police confiscated the weapons & methamphetamines, the investigation is continuing.
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The Next Tri Town Relay for life event is coming up in May, and an important meeting for team captains is coming up, according to American cancer Society spokesperson Heather Brewster:

(Heather Brewster 3-23-17)

The April 3rd Captain’s meeting begins at 5:30, the Tri Town Relay for Life will once again be held in General Clinton Park in Bainbridge on May 6th.
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Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced today that Volkswagen has agreed to pay over $157 million to 10 states, including $32.5 million to New York, to settle the environmental lawsuits first filed By New York and Massachusetts, challenging the companies’ use of Software that caused pollutants to be emitted into the air by their diesel engines. Volkswagen also agreed to establish a national $2.9 billion fund to mitigate the environmental damage caused by their vehicles; over $127 million of that will be directed to New York state. Volkswagen also has committed to offer 3 new electric car models in New York by 2020.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 26-year-old Stephen Esolen of Hancock, for criminal possession of a hypodermic instrument, unlawful possession of marijuana, and aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Esolen was arraigned in Hancock Village Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail in lieu of $2500 bail.
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Governor Cuomo today launched the Request for Proposals for Round III of the New New York Broadband Program, which is the final round of funding to secure access to high-speed Internet by the end of 2018. Round III targets all remaining unserved areas mostly in upstate rural communities. Recipients will be selected through a “reverse-auction” methodology, which prioritizes bidders seeking the lowest amount of state investment per new location served.
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Airports across the state can apply for 20 million dollars in funding for safety improvements & modernization. The money can be used for runaways, taxiways, hangars & other infrastructure projects, at least half the money is earmarked for upstate airports. The money is part of a Cuomo administration 21.1 billion dollars 5 year transportation improvement plan.
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The American Red Cross has a Blood Drive today, At Hillside Commons on Blodgett Drive in Oneonta from 2:00 to 7:00 PM. Those interested in scheduling an appointment to give blood can download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit Redcrossblood.org, or call 1-800-RED CROSS.
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Governor Cuomo announced that Binghamton University and SUNY Sullivan have applied for and received research permits under the State’s Industrial Hemp Agricultural Pilot program. The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets oversees the authorization of universities and farms to grow and research industrial hemp, research may include harvesting, processing and manufacturing hemp into finished products and the marketing of the crop & those products.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-29-17

by wcdonews Posted on March 29, 2017

State Police arrested 36-year-old Jeffrey Oakley of Delhi, for 3rd degree Assault, after troopers were advised of a dispute Monday in the Town of Meredith. Oakley allegedly grabbed the victim by the hair and bounced the victim’s head off the floor causing a neck injury, with a child present. The victim was treated at a local hospital and was released. Oakley was arraigned in the Town of Delhi Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail in lieu of $10,000 cash bail or $20,000 property bond. An order of protection was issued for the victim.
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Hartwick College announced that the State Education Department has approved Public Health as the 5th new major to be offered to students beginning in the fall 2017. The Bachelor of Arts degree program joins Criminal Justice, Environment, Sustainability and Society, Actuarial Mathematics and Global Studies as new majors. More information on the new Public Health major can be found at www.hartwick.edu/publichealth.
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Governor Cuomo today announced the results of the State Liquor Authority and DMV joint efforts to combat underage drinking. On March 2nd the Governor announced operations running through April to deploy Enforcement Investigators to over 500 licensed locations throughout New York. At the halfway mark into the statewide crackdown, The Liquor Authority underage buyers have already visited 339 establishments, finding 92 locations making illegal sales. Additionally, DMV enforcement operations have resulted in 83 arrests of persons under 21 attempting to purchase alcohol and confiscated 92 fake IDs. Locally, 3 stores in Binghamton were charged for allegedly selling alcoholic beverages to minors.
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Efforts are underway to include in the final state budget plan, an increase in pay of direct care Workers across the state, who take care of the infirmed & disabled. Assemblyman Cliff Crouch supports the pay increase:

(Crouch 3-29-17)

The state lawmakers have until April first to get the budget passed by the state of the new fiscal year on April 1st.
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The State DEC announced that for the 11th straight year, no White Tailed deer tested positive for Chronic Wasting Disease. Since 2002, DEC has tested more than 40,000 wild white-tailed deer for the disease. In 2005, Chronic Wasting Disease was found in captive and wild white-tailed deer in Oneida County. After intensive disease response efforts, no subsequent cases have been detected. Recently 2,447 samples were tested from hunter-harvested deer and 102 clinical deer that appeared sick or abnormal, none were infected with the disease, more information is available at dec.ny.gov.
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Governor Cuomo today announced $45 million has been awarded for counties across the state to upgrade critical technology and improve emergency communications systems. This funding will enable local governments to expand their ability to communicate and streamline information through their systems to enhance collaboration and assist first responders. Locally counties received between $400,000 to almost $800,000 for Emergency services equipment upgrades.
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Oneonta Police Department were dispatched to a reported stabbing at 12 Division Street early Friday Morning. Police found a 24 year old man bleeding from lacerations to his head and hand, after he tried to break up a domestic dispute among neighbors. The stabbing victim confronted the male, he was then assaulted with a knife & was transported to Fox Hospital, where he was treated and released. Police arrested 53 year old EDDIE BURNS of the Bronx for 2nd degree Assault, Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Reckless Endangerment, & Criminal Possession of a controlled substance. Burns was arraigned and was remanded to the custody of the Otsego County Sheriff’s department without bail.
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28-year-old Travis St. Denny of Norwich has been arrested following an investigation from information from the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment Hotline. St. Denny was arrested for promoting an obscene sexual performance by a child and endangering the welfare of a child, , he was arraigned in Norwich City Court & was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $20,000 cash bail, or $40,000 bond. Norwich Police is asking anyone with information to call 334-1212 or 336-TIPS.
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The Tri-Town Coalition on Substance Abuse Prevention meets this evening, following last week’s education dinner held in Sidney. Coalition President Lorraine Keckeisen comments:

(Lorraine Keckeisen 3-29-17)

The meeting begins at 6:00 PM at Sidney High School Library, the following Coalition Meeting will be held on April 26th.
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New York officials are reminding volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers that they could be eligible for a personal income tax credit. The credit is designed for state residents who were active as volunteer firefighters or ambulance workers for the full tax year. The credit is worth $200 for individuals and $400 for couples filing jointly, if both spouses qualify. New York tax officials say that more than 79,600 volunteers received $15.9 million in 2014, the latest year for which figures are available. Residents who already receive a property tax exemption for their volunteer service cannot claim the credit.
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Sidney senior Carolee Pierce signed her NCAA National Letter of Intent at Sidney High School to play Basketball at Division-3 Marywood University in Pennsylvania next year. She was joined by family, friends, teammates and school administrators for her official signing. Pierce was a 2nd team All-MAC League selection this past winter for the Lady Warriors & was the league leader in blocked shots for the 2016-2017 season.
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 3-28-17

by wcdonews Posted on March 28, 2017

Ernest & Heather Franklin of Guilford will be arraigned in Chenango County Court on Friday, they were indicted by a Chenango County Grand jury last week on charges of 2nd degree murder, arson & tampering with physical evidence. The couple is accused of murdering their 16-year-old son Jeffrey & setting fire to the family residence to cover up the murder on march 1st. Both are being held in the Chenango county jail pending Friday’s court action
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Free college tuition or tuition assistance, upstate expansions for Uber & Lyft ride sharing services & juvenile justice reforms are among some of this year’s top issues as lawmakers negotiate the state budget, with the deadline fast approaching, Assemblyman Pete Lopez comments:

(Lopez 3-28-17)

Lopez said that there were 3 different sets of numbers for state aid to school districts from the Governor, the assembly & the state senate, for the education portion of the budget, with is one of the largest portions of the state budget each year.
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The State Unemployment rate dropped 2 tenths to 4.4% in February, according to the State Labor Department. Local Unemployment rates were higher, with Chenango County at 6.3%, Delaware County at 6.6% and Otsego County at 6% in February.
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Otsego Now and State Senator Jim Seward have filed a Memorandum of Understanding along with entities from 9 counties today, calling on NYSEG to address energy infrastructure deficiencies. Seward stated that when prospective employers look to relocate, reliable energy infrastructure is near the top of their list, & NYSEG’s infrastructure has been eroding. Seward and the others are calling on the Public Service Commission to intervene.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 19-year-old Max Spangenthal of Manhattan Saturday for driving while ability impaired by drugs following a traffic stop in the Village of Delhi. Spangenthal was additionally charged with failure to dim headlights, among other violations, he was released on tickets returnable to Delhi Town Court at a later date.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that for the first time in 14 years, the State would increase funding for the maximum Tuition Assistance Program or “TAP” award. With the increase, the State has allocated more than $1 billion for grants and scholarships for New York students who pursue higher education at a public or independent college or university in the State. Last year, TAP served nearly 400,000 students across the State.
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The State Office of Community Renewal has announced a $400,000 award to the city of Oneonta under the state HOME program. The city had submitted an application requesting funding to assist low to moderate-income homeowners & occupants to correct deficiencies in their homes. Those interested should contact Community development director Judy Pangman
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The Village of Sidney crews will be working on a tree removal tomorrow beginning at 8:00 AM. West Main Street from Pearl Street to Concord will be closed for most of the day, motorists are urged to take alternate routes around the work area.

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Several Law Enforcement agencies responded to the report of a bomb threat at the Greater Binghamton Airport Monday morning. No Bomb was found in a vehicle parked at the facility, the investigation revealed that the caller suffers from Mental Health issues, & was not taking her medication, she will not be charged. No flights were cancelled & only a few delays were reported.
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State Police arrested 24-year-old Melanie Suchy of Oneonta, for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a B.A.C. result of .26%, plus Unlawful Possession of Marijuana and other traffic violations. Troopers responded Saturday to check on a vehicle that was off the roadway on County Road 48 in the Town of Oneonta. Troopers accuse Suchy of driving while highly intoxicated when she attempted to turn her vehicle around and became stuck on a snow bank, she also was found to unlawfully possess a small amount of marijuana. Suchy was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Oneonta Court today.
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Investigators arrested 34-year-old Michael Kilmer, of Delhi, for possessing contraband within the Delaware County jail. Kilmer is accused of possessing Marijuana & prescription tablets upon entering the jail Friday on unrelated charges. Kilmer was charged with Promoting Prison Contraband and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Unlawful Possession of Marijuana, Kilmer remains incarcerated on the previous charges and will be arraigned on the new charges in the Town of Delhi Court at a later time.
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An American Red Cross Blood drive is being held in Sidney today at the Sidney Elks Lodge on River Street. The Blood Drive will be held from 2:00 to 6:00 PM, more information is available at redcrossblood.org.
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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 3-27-17

by wcdonews Posted on March 27, 2017

State Police arrested 26-year-old Zachary Fry of Gouldsboro, Pennsylvania for Aggravated DWI with a B.A.C. result of .26%, Unlawfully Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle, Possession of a Loaded Firearm in a Motor Vehicle, and several other traffic violations. State police observed a vehicle speeding at 98 mph, in a 55 mph zone, while on Interstate 81 southbound in the Town of Chenango, the trooper attempted to catch up, the vehicle accelerated to about 115 miles an hour. Fry made a sudden stop partially just before the Interstate 81 & State Route 17 split & surrendered to the troopers without further incident. Fry was discovered with a loaded shotgun on the front passenger seat of his vehicle, he was arraigned in the Town of Dickinson Court and was remanded to the Broome County Jail with bail set.
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Oneonta City mayor Gary Herzig announced today that the annual State of the City address would be held on April 4th at 7:00 PM at Oneonta City Hall. The Address will be held just prior to the scheduled Common Council meeting at City Hall. Mayor Herzig will discuss infrastructure improvement, housing, economic development & downtown revitalization.
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State Police arrested 68-year-old David Hawkins of Bainbridge for Driving While Intoxicated with a B.A.C. result of .17% and other traffic violations. This arrest occurred after troopers stopped to check on an occupied vehicle that was stopped partly in the roadway on Dingman Hill Road in the Town of Bainbridge. Hawkins is also accused of driving a vehicle that had a suspended registration and no valid insurance. Hawkins was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Bainbridge Court on April 3rd.
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The Oneonta City Clerk’s office announced that following tonight’s 6:00 PM finance-Human Resources Committee meeting, there will be a workshop on:” Annexation”, presented by the New York Conference of Mayors attorney Wade Beltramo The focus of the meeting for the City of Oneonta officials will be the reservoir & the airport properties. Thee meeting will be held in the Common Council Chambers at City Hall & is open to the public.
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State Police arrested 31-year-old Tina Bremner of Afton for the felony of Aggravated Unlicensed Operation & Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle. Troopers responded to a report of a one-vehicle accident on State Route 41 in the Town of Afton. Responding troopers found the unoccupied vehicle, the driver was located walking on a nearby road, troopers determined that Bremner did not have permission to be driving the vehicle & a check of Bremner’s driver’s license showed that she had 26 suspensions on 11 different dates. Bremner was arraigned and was remanded to the Chenango County Jail with bail set. Her next court date is pending.
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The Binghamton Rumble Ponies have unveiled their new mascot recently, and they are searching for help from their fans to name him. Introduced to the Southern Tier at Parade Day in early March, Fans can cast a vote for their favorite name at bingrp.com until April 3. After receiving over 1,000 submissions, the Rumble Ponies have narrowed down the list of possible names to 5, which are Bing, Buster, Ross, Rowdy, & Rumbleton. The final selection will be unveiled at the Meet the Ponies Dinner at the Holiday Inn Downtown Binghamton on April 4th.
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Chenango County District Attorney Joseph McBride and Chenango County Sheriff Ernest Cutting reported that Ernest Franklin and Heather Franklin were indicted on Friday, by a Chenango County Grand Jury on charges of: 2nd degree Murder, 3rd degree Arson and Tampering with Physical Evidence, in connection with a fire at their residence on State Route 8 in the town of Guilford on March 1st. It was determined at autopsy that their adopted son, Jeffrey, was deceased prior to the fire. Investigators believe the fire was set to cover up the murder. Both defendants will be arraigned on the indictment in Chenango County Court at a later date.
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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce announced that the next ReUnite Bainbridge Committee Meeting would be held Tonight, at Bob’s Diner at 7:00 PM. Topics of discussion will be Summerfest, a Clambake in August & the Tri Town Relay for Life at General Clinton Park on May 5th.
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The City of Oneonta announced today that due to a lack of agenda items, today’s meeting of the Operations, Planning and Evaluation has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled to be held on Monday, April 10th.
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Stephen Stills & Judy Collins tickets available today for August 28th show at Anderson Center @ SUNY Binghamton. Tickets are available at the Anderson Center Box Office, at 777-2787 or at anderson.binghamton.edu.
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Otsego County Conservation Association is seeking volunteers to assist with the 13th annual Earth Festival event at Milford Central School on Saturday, April 22nd, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM in the gym at Milford Central School. There is also a pre-festival movie night being held on Friday April 21 at 7:00 PM at the school. Volunteers are being asked to help with a wide variety of tasks on Friday and Saturday, including setting up Friday afternoon, and with clean up after the event. To volunteer, call 547-4488.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 3-24-17

by wcdonews Posted on March 24, 2017

State Police arrested 53-year-old Charles Jensen of Summit, for Aggravated DWI, Driving with a BAC of .19%, plus other traffic violations, after Troopers responded to a 2-vehicle accident on State Route 23, in the Town of Davenport. Jensen crashed into another vehicle, there were no injuries, and Jensen was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Davenport Court on March 28th.
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Governor Cuomo launched a $70 million electric car rebate and outreach initiative to encourage the growth of electric car use in New York and promote the reduction of carbon emissions. The Drive Clean rebates are available to all New York residents who buy eligible cars through participating new car dealers. $55 million of the Drive Clean Initiative is dedicated to rebates of up to $2,000 for purchase of a new plug-in hybrid electric car, all-electric car or hydrogen fuel cell car. In addition to the rebates, $15 million will support installing more charging stations across the state. More than 30 different types of electric cars are available under the Drive Clean Rebate initiative, more information is available at NYSERDA’s website.
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Last week, the Sidney Central School DARE program had its 20th “Graduation” under the direction of Sidney Police Chief Jan Gorshack. Chief Gorshack told WCDO News that the program has been well worth it for a number of reasons:

(Chief Jan Gorshack 3-24-17)

Chief Gorshack said that he was honored that State Senator Jim Seward, Assemblyman Cliff Crouch And Sidney Mayor Andy Matviak participated in the graduation last Friday.
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The Jericho Arts Council announced another show with the Bluegrass act known as “Remington Ryde” Saturday night. The show will begin at 7:00 PM at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater. Tickets can be reserved at 967-3882.
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The Unadilla Historical Association & the Unadilla Concert Association will hold their “All Community Talent Night” Saturday night at the Unadilla Community Center on Main Street. The show will begin at 6:00 PM.
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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce announced that the next ReUnite Bainbridge Committee Meeting would be held on Monday night. The meeting will take place at Bob’s Diner at 7:00 PM Topics of discussion will be about Summerfest, a Clambake in August & the Tri Town Relay for Life at General Clinton Park on May 5th.
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The City of Oneonta announced today that due to a lack of agenda items, the Monday meeting of the Operations, Planning and Evaluation has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled to be held on Monday, April 10th.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Investigators arrested 38-year-old Jamal Abrams of Delhi for allegedly destroying property at the Delaware County Correctional Facility. Abrams was already incarcerated at the Jail on charges related to an assault arrest from earlier this year, is accused of kicking a glass door window inside the facility, causing the glass to shatter, causing more than $450.00 in damage to the window. Abrams was charged with 1 count of Criminal Mischief, he would be arraigned on the new charges in the Town of Delhi Court at a later date.
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The Chenango County Habitat for Humanity’s 6th annual soup tasting fundraiser, known as the “Souper Bowl” will be held Saturday from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at the Norwich Family YMCA. 30 different soups from area restaurants are available plus auctions, door prizes, a 50-50 raffle, and a bake sale & live music will be featured, proceeds will support Habitat for Humanities current housing project in Sherburne. Tickets at the door will be $7.
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Musical Impressionist Eric Kearns will be performing at the First United Methodist Church on Chestnut Street in Oneonta Saturday night. Spokesman Jeff Gardner comments:

(Jeff Gardner 3-24-17)

More information is available at 432-4102 extension 103; the show begins at 7:00 PM Saturday.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 3-23-17

by wcdonews Posted on March 23, 2017

Binghamton Police announced a major drug bust in the city today, after police raided a 236 Clinton Street early this morning. Police seized $100,000 worth of heroin, $16,000 worth of crack cocaine & $43,000 in cash from alleged drug sales. Arrested were 46-year-old James Brabham, 59 year old Tyrone Thompson & 62 year old Joseph Bowles on a variety of drug & weapons charges & face court action shortly.
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Binghamton Police responded Saturday to 92 Front Street on a report of a male who fell from a 4th floor balcony. The deceased was identified as 18 year old Conor Donnelly of Pearl River, New York, he was transported to Wilson Hospital and was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. Donnelly fell when he attempted to climb to a third floor balcony from the fourth floor balcony, his death has been ruled accidental, the autopsy stated that Donnelly had been drinking, Donnelly was a student at Binghamton University and was attending a frat house party, Police said that they do not believe that Donnelly’s death was the result of hazing. the incident is still being investigated, anyone with information is asked to contact the Binghamton Police at 772-7080.
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Binghamton Police charged 27-year-old Liz Ayala of Binghamton for 2nd Degree Murder, for allegedly stabbing her boyfriend, 26-year-old Gerrard Davis, during a domestic dispute. Binghamton Police responded to 97 Broad Avenue after receiving a 911 call, Davis was taken to an area hospital, where died shortly after arrival. Ayala was arraigned in City Court and remanded to the custody of the Broome County Sheriff Office. 2 children were home at the time of the incident; the Broome County Child Protective Services removed them. The investigation is continuing and anyone with information is encouraged to contact to contact the Binghamton Police Detective Bureau at 772-7080.
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The State Unemployment rate dropped 2 more tenths to 4.4% in February, the lowest rate since 1976, according to statistics released today by the State Labor Department. The number of Private Sector Jobs went over 8 Million in February, an all time high for the state.
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Ticketmaster announced today that the Interactive “Price Is Right Live” Show has been cancelled. The Price is Right Live stage that was scheduled to come to the Floyd L. Maines Veterans Memorial Arena this spring has been canceled. The show was scheduled for April 22nd at the Floyd Maines Broome County Veterans Arena in Binghamton. Refunds can be obtained at the Point of Purchase only; Internet & Phone orders will automatically be canceled & refunded, according to Ticketmaster.Com.
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The Next Tri Town Relay for life event is coming up in May, and an important meeting for team captains is coming up, according to new regional spokesperson Heather Brewster:

(Heather Brewster 3-23-17)

The Tri Town Relay for Life will once again be held in General Clinton Park in Bainbridge; their goal is to raise $70,000 for The American Cancer Society’s research, educational programs & assisting cancer patients.

State Police arrested 17-year-old Kirk Wayman of Windsor for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property. Troopers were advised of a theft of a rifle and a shotgun & other items from a home in Windsor in January, Police accuse Wayman of possessing the stolen firearms. Wayman was arraigned in the Town of Windsor Court and was remanded to the Broome County Jail with no bail set.
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The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance today encouraged all eligible taxpayers in Central New York to take advantage of three free tax filing assistance events scheduled for today.  Central New York taxpayers with adjusted gross household incomes of $64,000 or less in 2016 qualify to e-file their tax returns using free online software, Today’s event will be from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Huntington Memorial Library at 62 Chestnut Street in Oneonta.
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The State Department DOT will hold a public open house meeting today to discuss plans to replace a bridge on State Route 7 in the village of Afton. The open house will be held at the Afton Town Hall, from 5:30 to 7:000 PM today regarding the bridge was built in 1922 and carries State Route 7 over Kelsey Brook. The bridge is safe for continued travel and is regularly inspected. The purpose of the meeting is to share and exchange information with the public regarding the project and its potential impacts, including proposed work zone traffic control options to manage traffic during construction. More information is available at 772-7336.
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The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting on 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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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-22-17

by wcdonews Posted on March 22, 2017

Broome County Fire Investigators have determined that it was a space heater that was too close to combustibles in the Skylark Motel Lobby in Vestal on March 14th, which caused the fire that, claimed the life of the owner of the Motel, 79-year-old Dick Patel. Patel & his wife lived above the motel office with his wife, investigators reported that Patel helped his wife get out but he could not make it out of the building, remaining occupants also escaped. The motel was a total loss.
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State Police were dispatched to a report of 2 dead goats on property located at 674 County Highway 36, in the Town of Westford Monday. 45-year-old Stephen Pandelakis was charged after police discovered numerous dead animals on the property, including a dog, a cat, a pig, 2 goats, 6 chickens and 2 ducks. Pandelakis was charged with 2 felony counts of Aggravated Cruelty to Animals, and 13 counts of Torturing, Injuring or Failure to feed an animal. Remaining chickens were surrendered & were taken to another person for proper care. Pandelakis was issued appearance tickets returnable in the Town of Westford Court April 4th.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies and Hancock Village Police arrested 33-year-old Christen Wrighter of Hancock Monday on a number charges, after a traffic stop. Deputies and Hancock Police started an investigation recently following a number of complaints of people who made advance payments to Christen Wrighter Photography for photographs that she failed to provide. Deputies observed Wrighter speeding on State Highway 97 in Hancock Monday evening, they discovered that she had her driving privileges suspended, she also unlawfully possessed a quantity of the prescription controlled substances, including Oxycodone. Wrighter was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, speeding, Scheming to Defraud, Grand Larceny & petty Larceny. Wrighter was arraigned in the Village of Hancock Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $5,000 cash bail or $10,000 bail bond pending further court action. The investigation is ongoing.
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Some of the wealthiest New Yorkers are urging the state to raise their taxes. 80 New Yorkers including George Soros, Steven Rockefeller & Abigail Disney wrote to lawmakers & Governor Cuomo, claiming that they & other top money makers in the state can afford to pay more taxes, in order to help the state pay for infrastructure projects, school funding & programs to help the poor, elderly & homeless. A proposal calls for the all making more than $650,ooo a year to pay more into the state coffers, a move that they forwarded last year as well. Assembly democrats have called for an immediate tax increase on the state’s top 1% wage earners, State Senate majority Republicans & Governor Cuomo want to hold off on tax increases on Millionaires.
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Sidney High School and the Tri-Town Coalition on Substance Abuse Prevention invite Sidney, Bainbridge and Unadilla community leaders, business people, parents, students, and school staff to a free Spaghetti & Meatballs Dinner from 5:15 PM to 5:45, followed by presentations starting at 6:00 PM in the High School Auditorium. Coalition President Lorraine Keckeisen comments:

(Lorraine Keckeisen 3-22-17)

Local experts Mary Rosenthal of the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council, addiction expert Dave Ramsey, Sidney Police Chief Jan Gorshack will also speak. Pre-registration is encouraged in order to accommodate dinner provisions and door prizes, more information is available at 561-7707.
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Delaware County Public Health will hold their next Free Rabies Vaccination Clinics today in Delhi. The Clinic will be held at the Delhi Fire Hall, 140 Delview Terrace Extension from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. More information is available at 832-5200 or delawarecountypublichealth.com
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Chenango County Sheriff Ernest Cutting reported the arrest of 2 parents in connection with the death of 16-year-old Jeffrey Franklin on March 1st in the Town of Guilford. The Sheriff’s Office arrested 35-year-old Ernest Franklin & 33 year old Heather Franklin following the investigation of a fire at their residence on state Route 8. The autopsy showed that the fire did not cause Jeffrey’s death, and that he was deceased prior to the fire, investigators believe the fire was set to cover up the murder of Jeffrey. Both parents are charged with 2nd degree Murder, Arson and Tampering with Physical Evidence. The investigation is continuing and further charges may be filed.
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State Police arrested 56-year-old Danny Baldwin of Cherry Valley, for Conspiracy. Troopers accuse Baldwin of conspiring by allegedly attempting to hire another person to intentionally commit murder. Baldwin was arraigned in town of Richfield Springs Court and was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $250,000 cash bail or $500,000 property bond.
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Oneonta Police arrested 20-year-old Kyle Alger of Oneonta on Drug Charges Friday Night. Alger was interviewed by police at his Rose Avenue home after a neighbor called to complain that someone was vomiting outside of Alger’s car. Alger is accused of throwing an item underneath the vehicle as police arrived, police then recovered 2 grams of bulk heroin & 11 individually packaged paper folds, and $532 cash. Alger was charged with Criminal possession of a controlled substance.
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Legendary performers Judy Collins & Stephen Stills will perform together this summer at the Anderson Center at SUNY Binghamton on August 28th. Anderson center Marketing Director Roseanne Norris explains:

(Roseanne Norris 3-22-17)

Tickets go on sale on Monday March 27th. Norris said that Collins & Stills would be touring on a collaborative album due out this summer.
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State Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul will promote governor Cuomo’s Excelsior Scholarship program this morning at SUNY Binghamton. Hochul will discuss the plan at the Innovative Technologies Complex at 85 Murray Hill Road at 10:00 AM< she will make stop at several other SUNY Campus later today.
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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce New Member Coffee hour is being held this morning from 7:30 to 8:30 at Trackside Dining. New Chamber Members have been asked to bring displays of their businesses to this event.
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CDO Workforce & BEAM are teaming up for a presentation today from 10:30 to 12:00 Noon at the CDO Workforce office at the Sidney Civic Center. Participants will learn about getting through the job interview process, more information is available at 561-7550.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 3-21-17

by wcdonews Posted on March 21, 2017

Governor Cuomo & State health officials held a press conference this morning,  blasting Congressman  Chris Collins of Buffalo and area congressman John Faso for supporting the House Republican health care bill and the push to have the state assume county Medicaid costs.

(Cuomo 3-21-17)

The Governor stated that over 4 years New York State would lose $4.6 billion and lose at least $2.4 billion a year by fiscal year 2020. The Collins-Faso amendment would stop the counties from paying a share of Medicaid, which would cost upstate counties is 2.3 Billion Dollars.
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Conference committee activity will continue among lawmakers in Albany through the end of the month, local assemblyman Cliff Crouch has been assigned to serve on some committees, he said that the Agriculture portion of the budget should be favorable this year:

(Crouch 3-21-17)

The Governor’s Budget proposal increased spending by 1.9% over last year, with over 152 billion dollars in spending, the deadline to pass the budget is April 1st.
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The Tri-Town Coalition on Substance Abuse Prevention will hold their annual dinner & Prevention education night Wednesday night at the Sidney High School. Coalition President Lorraine Keckeisen told WCDO about the guest speakers & other items of interest:

(Lorraine Keckesien 3-21-17)

More information is available at 561-7707.
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The Oneonta City Commission of Community Relations & Human Rights announced that they have selected Carla Balnis & Luisa Montanti as the “Over 25” recipients of the “Women’s Trailblazer” award, and Judy Morales as the Under 25 recipient. The women will be honored with a ceremony at 6:30 PM tonight in the lobby of City hall, prior to tonight’s Oneonta Common Council meeting at 7:00 PM.
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The State DOT will hold a public open house meeting on Thursday, March 23 to discuss plans to replace a bridge on State Route 7 in the village of Afton. The meeting will be held at the Afton Town Hall, from 5:30-7:00 pm. The bridge in question was built in 1922 and carries State Route 7 over Kelsey Brook. The bridge is safe for continued travel and is regularly inspected.
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Chenango County Sheriff Ernest Cutting encourages residents to support the State Sheriff’s Institute, during their membership drive currently underway. The Sheriffs Institute has numerous programs, including the Sheriff’s Summer Camps, the Criminal Justice Scholarship Program & the Victim Notification program. More information is available at sheriffsinstitute.org.

State Police located wanted subject Troy Maloney of Hampton, New Hampshire operating a motor vehicle on Interstate 88 in the Town of Colesville. Maloney was wanted by the State of Massachusetts for Arson to a Dwelling, Troopers stopped the vehicle Maloney was traveling in and arrested him without incident. Maloney was arraigned as a Fugitive From Justice in Town of Colesville Court and remanded to the Broome County Jail in lieu of bail pending an extradition hearing.
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State Senator Jim Seward has been named co-chairman of the general government/local assistance budget conference committee and will also serve as a member of the education budget conference committee. The conference committees are made up of five senators and five assemblymen tasked with negotiating budget differences between the houses, in concert with the governor, to develop a final spending plan. The conference committees conduct open, public meetings, which can be viewed on-line at www.nysenate.gov.
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The Arc Otsego, in partnership with the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities is holding a free Front Door Information Session from 4:00 to 6:00 PM today for individuals and families regarding access to services through OPWDD. The session will be held at The Arc Otsego, located at 35 Academy Street in Oneonta.
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The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce will have its next regular meeting today at Green’s Long River Inn, State Route 357, in Unadilla beginning at 8:15 am. Nominations for Business of the Years and Good Neighbor/Commitment to Community are to be turned in at this meeting for selection with honorees to be honored at the Annual Dinner meeting on Sunday, April 23 at the Unadilla Methodist Church, Main Street, Unadilla. All members and directors are urged to attend.
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Many area villages will hold elections for local positions today. many of the races have candidates running unoopposed, In Sidney Andrew Skrobanski is running unopposed for Village court justice, in Milford Taylor Brose, Michael Strong & William Tallman are running for 2 seats on the village board.
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The Next Commerce Chenango Business After Hours will be today, co-hosted by the Binghamton Rumble Ponies at The Stadium in Oxford. The staff of the Rumble Ponies will discuss various promotions & the changes at NYSEG Stadium. More information is available at 334-1400.

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