WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 1-4-17

by wcdonews Posted on January 4, 2017

Governor Cuomo today announced the impact of potential repeal of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act on health care coverage of New Yorkers and the state budget. If the repeal of the Affordable Care Act were enacted, an estimated 2.7 million New Yorkers would lose coverage and New York State would experience a direct state budget impact of $3.7 billion and a loss of nearly $600 million of federal funding that goes directly to counties, which they use to help lower property taxes, in the 4 county region, almost 40,000 families would be adversely affected.
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State Police responded to a 1 car fatal crash in the Town of Cortlandville. Responding troopers observed a 2001 Honda Civic that had rolled over onto its roof 23 year old Ryan Card of Cortland was driving the vehicle, he failed to negotiate a curve & drove off the west shoulder, striking some trees then rolling over down an embankment. Card was pronounced deceased at the scene. 2 passengers suffered & were taken to Syracuse area hospitals with various injuries, the investigation is ongoing.
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New York ranks 3rd on the list of Most Moved from States in 2016, according to the 2016 National Movers Study by United Van Lines. More residents were moving out of New York than into New York, with nearly 63% of moves being outbound. Residents moved due to factors including work, retirement, and family, high taxes, High utility costs & low wages, according to the study. The state that ranked worse that New York were New Jersey & Illinois, the state with the highest percentage of people moving in, was South Dakota.
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Many new laws Took effect in New York for 2017. One new law said that New Yorkers would be offered an additional opportunity to document their decision to enroll as an organ and tissue donor. All applicants for health insurance offered through the state health benefit exchange will be provided space during the application process to register for the Donate Life Registry for organ, eye, and tissue donations.
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A Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today in Oneonta, at the Fox Care Center from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 PM. Those who would like to donate Blood can download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS to make an appointment.
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On Saturday at 4:47 PM, Tioga County 911 received numerous calls regarding an explosion, On Sunday, a continued search of the named areas resulted in a blast site being located in the vicinity of Diamond Valley Road, Town of Tioga. Investigation at the scene indicated an unknown type of explosive substance was detonated in a field causing no damage but leaving a hole in the ground. The New York State Police and FBI Bomb Disposal Units processed the site with evidence collected for analysis. Collected evidence is being forwarded to the FBI lab in Quantico, Virginia for chemical testing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the State Police at 687-3961.
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State Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 22-year-old Allyson Cheechalk-Buttman, who was reported missing by her mother. She left her residence on the morning of December 29th, and she may have traveled by bus to New York City, she was last seen wearing a light brown coat, green fleece, dark pants and black sneakers. She is a white female, 5’6”, 160 pounds, with brown-hazel eyes and medium brown hair. The public is asked to call the State Police at 775-1241 with information.
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State Police arrested 31-year-old Anna Rodriguez of Binghamton for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol in a stolen vehicle after a pursuit in the town of Sanford on Sunday afternoon. Troopers observed a vehicle traveling on State Route 17 in the town of Sanford at 94 miles per hour. The vehicle stopped briefly, then fled at a high rate of speed and crashed a short time later; Rodriguez was taken into custody & was treated for minor injuries at Wilson Memorial Hospital and released. She was charged with driving while intoxicated, unauthorized use of a vehicle, unlawfully fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle, unlawful possession of marihuana, and numerous traffic violations. Rodriguez was arraigned in the village of Deposit Court and remanded to the Broome County Jail on bail.
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Another round of scammers are trying to swindle people out of money, under the guise that they represent utility companies, Universities, or Financial Aid firms. Area Tax preparer George McLain Explains:

(George McLain 1-4-17)

McLain said that the bogus IRS calls are coming again to, he emphasized that the IRS never calls clients with issues. Anyone who receives such calls should alert law enforcement immediately, more information is available by calling McLain at 967-8858.
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The Chenango Arts Council announced a continuation in funding from the New York State Council on the Arts for the 2017 Broome, Chenango & Otsego Decentralization Grant Program. $129,280 is available to non-profit organizations and artists who partner with an eligible non-profit for cultural initiatives in 2017, for grants up to $5,000 each. More information is available at chenangoarts.org or by e-mail to: info@chenangoarts.org.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 1-3-17

by wcdonews Posted on January 3, 2017

Governor Cuomo unveiled the 1st signature proposal of his 2017 agenda: making college tuition-free for New York’s middle-class families at all SUNY and CUNY two- and four-year colleges.

(Cuomo 1-3-16)

Governor Cuomo was joined at the press conference by US Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont, who made free college tuition a key part of his recent run for the presidency.

(Bernie Sanders 1-3-17)

Governor Cuomo Said that more than 940,000 middle-class families and individuals making up to $125,000 per year would qualify to attend college tuition-free at all public universities in the State through the Excelsior Scholarship program.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that The 2017 Regional State of the State Addresses would take place in 6 different locations over the course of 3 days. Cuomo announced that on Monday, January 9 in state of the State speeches would be delivered in New York City and Buffalo, on Tuesday, January 10 in Westchester County and Long Island & on Wednesday, January 11 in Albany and Syracuse. Tickets are non-transferable and seating is limited at each of the locations, tickets can be requested at governor.ny.gov through this Friday at12:00 Noon, Guests will be notified of their selection by email by Sunday, January 8.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 30 year old Anthony Hebbard of Treadwell on charges of felony aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle 1st degree, felony aggravated driving with a BAC of .18% or greater, felony DWI, operating a motor vehicle in violations of ignition interlock, leaving the scene of a property damage motor vehicle accident and moving from lane unsafely following  a report of a 1 car MVA on County Highway 14 in the Town of Franklin. Hebbard is accused of having a BAC of .21%, he will appear at Franklin Town Court at a later date.
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Several New laws went into effect for 2017 in New York State. A new law updates the state’s Public Health Law to ensure that newborns are covered retroactively under the Child Health Plus program. Newborns were not eligible under the previous requirements of CHP for periods lasting up to 30 days after enrollment. Newborns will be covered going back to the first day of their birth month.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 57-year-old David Hayes of Coventry, Connecticut for aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Hayes is accused of driving a motor vehicle while having two active suspensions on his license. Hayes was additionally charged with driving with an out headlight and was released on traffic tickets returnable to Franklin Town Court at a later date.
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The Next General Clinton Canoe Regatta Meeting will be held tonight at the Highway 7 Bar and Grill on State Route 7 in Bainbridge. The Race Committee will meet at 6:30, followed by the Regular meeting at 7:30 PM.
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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 1-2-16

by wcdonews Posted on January 2, 2017

The next meeting of the Oneonta downtown revitalization imitative will be Tuesday afternoon at foothills performing arts center. Oneonta Mayor Gary Herzig explains:

(Mayor Gary Herzig 1-2-17)

The meeting begins at 1:00 PM Tuesday and runs through 3:30, it is open to the public.
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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 26-year-old Benjamin Geers of Beacon for 1 count each of Harassment & Endangering the welfare of a child. Geers was charged following an investigation of a domestic dispute in the Town of Plymouth, Geers allegedly subjected a female victim to unwanted physical contact in the presence of a child under the age of seventeen. Geers was arraigned in the Town of Smyrna court and was released on his own recognizance, he will appear in the Town of Plymouth court at a later date.
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The State’s minimum wage has increased to $9.70 in the Upstate Counties of New York, Governor Cuomo commented about the increase this afternoon:

(Cuomo 1-2-17)

The minimum wage will go up another 70 cents an hour each year after until reaching $12.50 on December 31st of 2020, the minimum wage will continue to increase to $15 on an indexed schedule to be set by the Director of the Division of Budget in consultation with the Department of Labor. A Department of Labor Hotline has been set up for those with questions at 1-888-4-NYSDOL.
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Governor Cuomo issued the first conditional pardons to more than 100 New Yorkers who were convicted of a non-violent crime when they were minors, and who have since lived crime-free for 10 years or more. This marks the first round of executive youth pardons since the Governor announced this first-in-the-nation action in December 2015 and is the largest number of clemencies issued in any year since taking office in 2011.
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Many New Laws went into effect with the New Year. Battling the Heroin crisis was among the top priorities, with new laws Ending Prior Insurance Authorization for Immediate Access to Inpatient Treatment Services  and Expanding Access to Naloxone/Opioid Reversal Medication Coverage by requiring insurance coverage for the overdose reversal medication, whether it is prescribed to a person who is addicted to opioids or their family member covered under the same insurance plan.

Oneonta Police arrested 25-year-old Joshua Underwood of Oneonta for 2nd degree murder, attempted arson & criminal possession of a weapon. The crime occurred early Sunday Morning in an apartment at 229 Main Street in Oneonta; Underwood is accused of killing 52-year-old Mark Morrison of Oneonta by blunt force trauma to the head, & setting a fire to cover up the crime. Underwood was arraigned & was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $50,000 cash bail or $100,000 bond, the investigation is continuing.
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State Police arrested 38-year-old Donald Moshier of Triangle, and 32-year-old Rachel Wells of Triangle for unlawful manufacturing of methamphetamine after a traffic stop on State Route 11 in the town of Barker. Both were arraigned and were remanded to the Broome County Jail with no bail.
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Broome County’s new executive Jason Garner was sworn in Sunday, Garner defeated incumbent republican Debbie Preston on Election Day.
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State Senator Jim Seward was sworn in for another term on Sunday at the Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta. Seward

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 12-30-16

by wcdonews Posted on December 30, 2016

The Bainbridge Development Corporation is helping to develop a new master plan for the town of Bainbridge, Corporation President Dave DeClue explains:

(Dave DeClue)

DeClue said that the last master plan developed by the town of Bainbridge was done with the assistance of SUNY Oneonta in 2002 & 2003.
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The city of Oneonta announced their first meetings for 2017. City hall will be closed on Monday January 2nd, it will open on Tuesday for the Common council meeting at 7:00 PM, on the agenda for that meeting, the council has designated many items as surplus & up for sale, and the complete list is available at publicsurplus.com. The Oneonta Board of public Service will hold their first meeting on January 5th at 4:00 PM.
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Congressman Chris Gibson will leave Congress after 3 terms in Washington, representing the 19th district. Gibson accepted a job offer from Williams College, in Massachusetts. He will begin in February as a visiting lecturer on leadership, & he will continue to live in Kinderhook New York. Gibson may also write another book, and pursue other possible academic positions; Republican John Faso will replace him in the 19th Congressional District.
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Congressman Richard Hanna of the 22nd district in New York State will leave Congress after serving 3 terms in the House of Representatives. Hanna has decided to retire at the age of 64 from Public service, he also owned a successful construction company in Barneveld prior to running for Congress, he said that he wishes to spend more time with his family, which includes 2 elementary school aged children.  Hanna will be replaced by Claudia Tenney.
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Organizers OF first night Oneonta Have A Full Slate of Events Around The city new year’s EVE. Entertainment is scheduled at the Foothills Performing arts center at 7:00 PM; fireworks are scheduled for about 10:15 PM. The full schedule is available at first night oneonta.com

Sidney Village Police will be out patrolling New Year’s Eve to make sure that people travel safely, Sidney Police chief Jan Gorshack explains:

(Jan Gorshack 12-30-16)

State Police will also be out in full force across the state for New Year’s Eve & New Year’s Day this year. Troopers will be looking for speeders, aggressive drivers, drivers using hand held devices, and drunk or impaired drivers.
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Governor Cuomo announced that between December 21st to 23, Members of the administration participated in volunteer events held at 18 organizations statewide to distribute 4,065 toys, coats and school supplies to communities in need. Donations, provided by businesses and individuals, were brought to drop-off locations across the state and collected by organizations at holiday gatherings ahead of the distribution events.
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State Commissioner of Health Dr. Howard Zucker reminded all New Yorkers to test their homes for radon, an invisible, odorless and tasteless gas that can ultimately be fatal. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S.; Test kits are available through the State Department of Health’s for $11 at www.health.ny.gov. Tests of residential basements in New York State found elevated radon levels in about 37% of the homes.
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State Senator Jim Seward will be sworn into office for his 16th senate term on Sunday at 2:00 PM; at the Foothills Performing Arts Center. Oneonta Mayor Gary Herzig will serve as master of ceremonies. Supreme Court Justice Michael Coccoma will administer the oath of office.

 

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 12-29-16

by wcdonews Posted on December 29, 2016

State Police responded to a 2 vehicle fatal collision on I-88 Wednesday night in the Town of Colesville. 23 year old David Murrer of Harpursville struck another motor vehicle, driven by 64 year old Synthia Baciuska & occupied by her husband 67 year old Lynn Baciuska both of Afton. The Baciuska vehicle left the roadway and overturned, Mr. Baciuska was ejected & was declared dead at the scene, Mrs. Baciuska was transported to Wilson Hospital for non-life threatening injuries. Murrer suffered minor injuries and refused treatment at the scene, he was charged with Vehicular Manslaughter and DWI & was arraigned in Town of Colesville Court & he was remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility on $2,500 cash or $5,000 bond. Anyone who may have information regarding this accident or witnessed this incident is requested to contact State Police at 775-1241. The investigation is continuing.
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State Police in Binghamton are looking for information that may lead to the whereabouts of a Binghamton man who fled from troopers in a reported stolen vehicle. On Tuesday, December 27th, state troopers pulled over 28 year old Ryan Markoff of Binghamton, in the town of Kirkwood, after he was observed driving a vehicle that was reported stolen. Markoff drove off as troopers were interviewing him and headed north into the city of Binghamton. State Police pursued Markoff through the city, and terminated the pursuit shortly after he entered Pennsylvania. Markoff was last seen driving a blue 2011 Kia Sorento, New York registration FPX 4416. He may have possibly traveled to Montrose, Pennsylvania and is known to frequent the Windsor and Hancock areas. Anyone with information is asked to contact the New York State Police in Binghamton at (607) 775-1241.
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Governor Cuomo announced that new health insurance reforms aimed at combatting New York State’s heroin and opioid crisis will go into effect January 1st. These reforms were part of the legislative package that the Governor signed this year, health insurance plans will be required to cover treatment services provided to New Yorkers suffering from opioid addiction, increase access to treatment, expand community prevention strategies, and limit the over-prescription of opioids in New York.
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Broome County District Attorney Steve Cornwell announced on Thursday that there have been 76 confirmed overdose deaths in Broome County this year. Of the 76 deaths, The average age was 37, 63% were male; 37% were female, 90% of the deaths were attributed to heroin or opioids; 10% to other drugs.
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Governor Cuomo today announced the launch of a new public awareness campaign reminding New Yorkers that the first increase to the minimum wage will go into effect on December 31st. Governor Cuomo signed legislation this year making New York the first state in the nation to enact a $15 minimum wage to be phased in over several years. Minimum wage workers who do not receive their raise should call 1-888-4-NYSDOL to report their employers. Locally, the minumum wage will be increased to $9.70 an hour. More information is available at www.ny.gov/minimumwage.
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32-year-old Jacob Fowlston of Norwich was arrested by Norwich Police Wednesday afternoon and charged with a hate crime, following an alleged assault on December 24th on Fair Street in Norwich. Fowlston is accused of making racial slurs at the victim before striking him. Fowlston was arraigned & faces a felony hearing on Tuesday in Norwich City Court.
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State Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker today declared influenza prevalent in New York State. With this declaration, health care workers who are not vaccinated against influenza must now wear surgical or procedure masks in areas where patients are typically present. Flu activity in the State is now considered to be widespread, with laboratory-confirmed cases in 39 counties and all boroughs of New York City. So far, 658 flu-related hospitalizations have been reported, and there have been no reports of pediatric deaths from flu.
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State Lawmakers will once again have to deal with an education budget next year that could make things difficult on the smallest upstate district, according to Assemblyman Pete Lopez:

(Lopez)

Lopez said that state mandates on small school district sometimes drive the cost of education up to $30,000 per student per year.
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A Red Cross blood drive will be held in Oneonta today. The drive will run from 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., River Street Baptist Church, 133 River Street. Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-28-16

by wcdonews Posted on December 28, 2016

There will be no meeting of the Tri Town Coalition on Substance abuse this month, but meetings are scheduled beginning in January, and a Narcan Training session could also be added to the schedule next year, according to spokesperson Lorraine Keckeisen:

(Lorraine Keckeisen 12-28-16)

Meetings are scheduled for January 25th, at the Sidney High School at 6:00 to 7:30 in the library, meetings are also scheduled for February 15th, & March 22nd.
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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested 29 year old Michael Walters of Davenport at the Town of Davenport Court while being arraigned on separate charges. Walters was charged with 3 counts of Criminal Contempt, and 1 Count of Harassment, from a previous domestic dispute with the protected party of the order of protection. Walters was remanded to the Delaware County Jail in lieu $5,000 cash bail, he will reappear in the Town of Davenport Court at a further date.
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State Police arrested 31-year old Steven Calderon of the Bronx, for allegedly using deceased State Trooper Timothy Pratt’s identity to obtain a $5,000 credit line and buy a washing machine. Trooper Pratt was killed in an accident on October 26th, Calderon was charged with 2 counts of identity theft. The investigation is continuing and police believe that more arrests may be forthcoming
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The New York State United Teachers union has renewed its call for state Education Commissioner MaryEllen Elia to remove former Gubernatorial Republican candidate Carl Paladino from the Buffalo City School Board of Education, after Palladino made racist & offensive remarks about Outgoing President Barack Obama, and first lady Michelle Obama. The union officials stated that Palladino is unfit to serve in a school board position after making remarks wishing for President Obama’s death next year.
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Broome County Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo vows to continue forward ing a bill to strengthen the state’s parking garages. the bill failed to pass this year despite sponsorship from lawmakers in the majority party in each house of the legislature. The bill follows the collapse of a parking garage at Wilson Hospital in Johnson City in July 2015.
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State Police are searching for 42 year old Richard Darlin on charges of Grand Larceny & Criminal Mischief, for allegedly stealing property while staying at a residence on Mills Creek Road in Otego in March 2014. Darlin is accused of stealing a car, power tools, coins, cash and more. the town of Otego Court issued a warrant for his arrest. Anyone with information as to Darlin’s whereabouts should contact the State Police at 432-4844 or email Crimetip@troopers.ny.gov.

In memory of Trooper Christopher Skinner and the sacrifice he paid, The State Police are inviting the community to join them by giving blood at the 3rd annual Trooper Skinner Memorial American Red Cross blood drive today. Those who wish to donate Blood can do so between 12:00 Noon to 6:00 PM at the Five Mile Point Fire Company at 16 Crescent Drive in Kirkwood, Appointments can be made through the Red cross Blood Donor App, by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that New York State has received $7.7 million in federal funding that will allow the state to fund 11 new programs and support 117 existing programs that help victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Locally, The Crime Victims Assistance Center of Broome County will receive $35,600 to partially fund a sexual assault forensic examination program coordinator for a sexual assault response team.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 12-27-16

by wcdonews Posted on December 27, 2016

Delaware County residents are reminded that Christmas gift-wrap & boxes & similar items are recyclable & do not get put into regular trash. Delaware county solid waste coordinator Sue McIntyre explains:

(Sue McIntyre 12-27-16)

More information is available at 746-2128 or at co.delaware.ny.us/departments
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The Sidney Civic Center was officially sold to 2+4 Management earlier this month; they plan to turn the 2nd & 3rd floors into Senior Apartments. Sidney Village mayor Andy Matviak comments:

(Andy Matviak 12-27-16)

Matviak said that village offices would remain where they are on the 1st floor. Matviak said that plans are also moving forward on Main Street, in the River street area, and also for new housing on Upper West Main Street.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s department Investigators arrested 28-year-old Jeffrey Roberts, of Sayre, Pennsylvania as a Fugitive From Justice.. Roberts is charged with Retail Theft of Property, as well as several misdemeanor traffic offenses. Roberts was incarcerated at Delaware county Jail on an unrelated charge at the time of his arrest, and he will be arraigned as a Fugitive From Justice in the Town of Delhi Court at a later time.
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The American Red Cross urges eligible donors to make an appointment to give blood to help meet the constant need for blood this winter. A blood drive is being held in Sidney today, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, at the Sidney Elks Lodge at 104 River Street, another blood drive is being held in West Oneonta from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the West Oneonta Fire Department, at 2865 County Highway 8. Those wishing to donate can Download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or to get additional information.

Governor Cuomo won’t be giving his usual State of the State address in Albany this January, instead, he will give 6 regional addresses during the week of January 9th. Cuomo will give his regional addresses in New York City, Western New York, the Hudson Valley, Long Island, Capital Region and Central New York. Times & locations will be announced shortly.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 12-26-16

by wcdonews Posted on December 26, 2016

The state’s minimum wage is going up at year’s end. Downstate counties & New York City will see higher minimum wages implemented due to a higher cost of living, in most of the upstate counties, the wage will be increased to $9.70 an hour. The increases go into effect on the last day of the year.
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It now seems unlikely for the state lawmakers to be called back to Albany for a special session this week. Lawmakers were pushing for a pay increase for themselves for the fist time in 17 years; Governor Cuomo was pushing for stronger ethics reforms. Lawmakers come back to Albany to begin the 2017 session in January.
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The Chenango United Way campaign will be ending on December 30th at 3:00 PM. Officials stated that they need about $21,500 to meet this year’s state goal of $419,00. 22 programs and 17 food pantries and soup kitchens received funding last year; donations can be made in person or mailed to 83 North Broad St., Norwich 13815 or by phone at 334-8815.
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U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer said that he wants Donald Trump to include “real spending” and not just tax breaks in his plan to overhaul America’s transportation infrastructure. Schumer said that he’s shared his view with the Republican president-elect; he said that actual investment of federal dollars is necessary if the nation is to repair and rebuild its infrastructure. Schumer says Democrats must stay true to their principles, but they shouldn’t oppose something “just because the name Trump is on it.” Trump vowed to repair and replace aging bridges, tunnels, airports and rail lines as part of a campaign to re-invigorate the nation’s transportation networks.
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State officials are reminding New Yorkers that if they have an old TV, laptop, cell phone, tablet or other electronic device to dispose of, they cannot put it with their regular trash. The State Electronic Equipment recycling & re-use act makes it illegal to have those items thrown out, they must be disposed of properly due to toxins that could contaminate the soil, air or water. The law also requires manufacturers of electronic devices to take back the products they have sold. More information is available on the state DEC website.
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The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested several people on sealed indictment arrest warrant on a variety of drug charges Thursday. Charged were 20 year old Marissa Peck of Andes, 22 year old Zachery Mattice of Delhi, 35 year old Dennis Fickeria of Margaretville & 45 year old Abelardo Vincente of Hancock. All 4 were held in the Delaware County Jail on cash bail. Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies also arrested 21-year-old Austin Rose of Andes on a sealed indictment arrest warrant; he’ll be arraigned on the undisclosed charges in January, when the charges will be unsealed. Rose was arrested at the Otsego County Correctional Facility where he is being held on a charge of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance.
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A Broome County Grand Jury handed up a 5-count indictment against 60-year-old Mark Tanner, for allegedly burglarizing 4 Binghamton businesses and menacing a police officer. The Broome County DA’s office reported that Tanner unlawfully entered JR’s Automotive Sales, Fairview Cleaners, Mr. Tire, and Broome Recycling, with intent to commit a crime. Tanner also displayed a weapon to responding police officers, with the intent to cause fear of physical injury, he faces court action shortly.
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The Otsego County Sheriffs department arrested 32 year old Robert Colvin of Unadilla, for allegedly breaking into a woman’s house, shoving the victim & stealing prescription medication, Colvin was charged robbery and grand larceny; Colvin was arraigned in the Town of Unadilla Court and was sent to the county jail in lieu of $20,000 cash bail or $40,000 bond.
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State officials announced that a Specialist employed by The Children’s Home of Wyoming Conference was arrested and arraigned on a misdemeanor endangerment charge for allegedly smoking marijuana with 14-year-old child, while on an outing with the child. 27-year-old Michael Greenwood of Endicott was also charged with & Falsifying Business Records, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle. Greenwood was arraigned in Binghamton City Court and was released on his own recognizance. He has been terminated from his position.
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