WCDO NEWS 10-14-16

by wcdonews Posted on October 14, 2016

The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office responded to Palmatier Road in the Town Greene for a reported missing person Thursday. The Missing person is identified as 17 year old Angel Kocijanski-Pruitt, she is 5’11” tall and weighs 240 pounds with long curly brown hair and blue eyes, she was last seen getting into a small gold colored car, which headed south toward State Highway 79. Deputies reported that Angel did not appear to be distressed & she had her small black dog with her in the car. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office with any information at 334-2000.
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Otsego county sheriff’s deputies arrested 36-year-old Delphina Vance of Unadilla on a variety of drug charges, for allegedly possessing over 30 bags of heroin, plus marijuana & drug paraphernalia, and for driving with a suspended license. Vance was arraigned & was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $5,000 cash bail or $10,000 bong pending court action on Monday.
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35-year-old Michael Fiocco of the town of Maine was sentenced to 20 years to life in Broome County Court yesterday for the killing of Shannon Laskaris. Fiocco was found guilty of 1st degree manslaughter for the December 2014 death of his girlfriend.
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State Police charged 28 year old Adam Youngblood of Binghamton was issued traffic tickets for failing to stop for a school bus, driving on the shoulder and leaving the pavement to pass on the right illegally, when he passed Chenango Forks school bus October 6th. Youngblood turned himself in after seeing the video of his vehicle on TV & Social Media; 15-year-old Alex Menard narrowly missed being hit by the Youngblood vehicle while exiting the school bus on state route 369.
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The DCMO BOCES & SUNY Oneonta secondary education will offer 6th & 7th grade boys a free career exploration opportunity called “It’s A Guy Thing” at the Oneonta campus Saturday. Over 150 area boys are scheduled to attend the event starting at 8:30 tomorrow morning, the boys will get to meet with area leaders & mentors regarding career possibilities in the region. More information is available at dcoboces.com/learn.

37 year old Rasheen Sanders of Binghamton was found guilty Thursday after a trial in Broome County Court. Sanders was arrested in April in Binghamton by State Police, possessing about $12,000 worth of heroin for sale. Sanders was found guilty of 3 counts of 3rd degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, & tampering with physical evidence. He is expected to be sentenced on December 13th.
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The New York State Public Service Commission announced that the price of natural gas and electricity this winter is expected to be lower than the 5-year historical average. A residential customer using 600 kWh per month is expected to pay about $41 per month, or about 14% less than the 5 year average, The average residential customer using 700 therms of natural gas can expect to pay about $693, or about 10% less than the 5-year historical average, The state’s major energy utilities expect to have adequate supplies on hand.
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The Chenango Arts Council presents its first performance of the season, “Swinging with the Rat Pack” a recreation of the shows of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. Spokesperson Alecia O’Neill explains:

(O’Neill 10-14-16)

The Performance begins at 7:00 PM Saturday in the Martin W. Kappel Theater, 27 West Main Street, Norwich. Tickets or more information is available at 336-ARTS or ChenangoArts.org
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On Saturday at 2:00 PM, the Delaware County Historical Association in Delhi sponsors a reading and book signing by local author Diane Galusha, Who is the author of the newly republished Liquid Assets: A History of New York City’s Water System. “Building the Delaware Tunnels,” will focus on the construction of the East and West Delaware Tunnels that carry water from the Pepacton and Cannonsville Reservoirs to the Rondout Reservoir in Ulster County. The expanded edition of Liquid Assets adds to this history water projects and watershed protection programs over the past 20 years. More information is available at 746-3849, or dcha-ny.org.
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WCDO NEWS 10-13-16

by wcdonews Posted on October 13, 2016

The stalking case of Cal Harris of Spencer in town of Oneonta court has been postponed to November 10th. Harris was originally due in court today following his arrest on June 10th, for allegedly stalking state police investigator Terry Schultz in front of the Schultz home, after the Investigator testified in Harris’s most recent murder trial in Schoharie County Court. Harris is charged with 4th degree stalking,
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Schuyler County District Attorney Joseph Fazzary has been named a Special Prosecutor in the investigation of Broome County Executive Debbie Preston, is accused of using a Town of Conklin credit card for personal use, when she was the Conklin Town Supervisor. Broome County District Attorney Steven Cornwell recused himself from this investigation earlier this week, On Tuesday, Preston admitted that as Conklin Supervisor she bought personal items with a Town of Conklin credit card in 2011 but said she paid the balance on the card with her own money. State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli has been requested to perform a full audit of the town of Conklin’s book during Presto’s tenure.
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The State Police Academy Graduation was held this morning in Albany, with more that 200 new Troopers added to the ranks. One of the new Troopers hails from Guilford, according to State Assemblyman Cliff crouch:

(Crouch 10-13-16)

Also, Trooper Arron Whitney of Endwell graduated today, he commented about his achievement:

(Trooper Whitney 10-13-16)

Trooper Whitney will be assigned to Troop C, This year’s class is the 204th to graduate from the State Police Academy.
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The state Department of Health overpaid managed care organizations nearly $19 million for the state fiscal year 2014-15, in part, because of a flaw in how it calculated premiums, according to an audit from State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Auditors warned that another $56.8 million was at risk of overpayment over the next three years due to the flaw. Additionally, DiNapoli’s auditors found the Department Of Health is missing out on millions in annual savings through reforms recommended by the state’s Medicaid Redesign Team. The department also failed to collect $38.6 million in actuarial costs, incurred since 2009, from managed care organizations. Officials agreed with DiNapoli’s findings & have agreed to make corrections.
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State Police arrested 32-year-old George Puckey of Binghamton, for 2nd degree Menacing, after troopers responded to a Broome County 911 report of a disturbance with a knife at a home on Pulaski Street in the Town of Dickinson. Puckey allegedly threatened his roommates while holding a box cutter; he was arraigned in the Town of Dickinson court and was remanded to the Broome County jail in lieu of $1,000 cash bail or $2,000 property bond. His next court date in the Town of Dickinson is pending.

Governor Cuomo announced a $10 million investment to support new and existing incubators that help early-stage and emerging clean energy companies across the state grow and succeed. Technologies developed by these growing clean energy companies will help New York meet the Clean Energy Standard and its commitment to 50% renewable sources by 2030. Through NYSERDA, funding is available to organizations that are interested in providing incubator services to early-stage clean energy companies, particularly in the Southern Tier. Up to $2 million will be available for each incubator.
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A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Walton today, from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM, at the United Presbyterian Church at 58 East Street. To schedule an appointment to donate blood, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients
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The Cullman Child Center of Sidney will have an open house for the community Thursday evening. The Open House will be held at the facility from 7:00 to 8:00 PM.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-12-16

by wcdonews Posted on October 12, 2016

State Police arrested a 4th man connected to the shooting of 50 year old Timothy Mancini on September 24th at 112 Carl Street in the Town of Union, Broome County. 45-year-old Kevin Standish of Endicott was arrested for the felony of Tampering with Physical Evidence. Standish was arraigned in the Town of Union court and remanded to the Broome County jail in lieu of bail. His next court date is pending.
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American Airlines announced that they would discontinue service from both the Greater Binghamton & Elmira Corning Regional airports in February. Service to and from Philadelphia will be discontinued at both airports on February 15th, 25 positions will be lost with that change.
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Today is National Farmers Day & the State Tax Department and the State Department of Agriculture and Markets remind farmers of tax credits available to them, to reinvest in their businesses. Beginning next year, farm employers will benefit from the newly introduced Farm Workforce Retention Credit, which is equal to a fixed-dollar amount for each eligible farm employee, the credit will be phased in through 2021. Historic barns that are reconstructed or rehabilitated and meet certain other requirements may qualify for a property tax exemption. Farmers are eligible for a sales tax break when they purchase items such as machinery, equipment, and supplies used predominantly in farm production. More information is available through the state Tax department, the State Ag & Markets Department or local tax assessors.
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The State Office for the Aging reminds older New Yorkers about the importance of getting their flu vaccination as soon as possible. “Flu season” in the United States can begin as early as October and last as late as May. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that everyone 6 months of age and older get their annual flu vaccine by the end of October. The CDC also reports that a study conducted in 2016 showed that those people 50 years and older who got a flu vaccine reduced their risk of getting hospitalized from flu by 57%. More information on the flu and flu vaccine clinics in New York State, are available at health.ny.gov.
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The New York State Police Academy Graduation will be held tomorrow in Albany. Tomorrow’s class will have more than 200 new Troopers to be honored for their perseverance in completing the 204th Session. The Event will be held tomorrow starting at 1:00 AM at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center in Albany.

Long time Sidney resident & Businessman Jim Barnhart passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, at the age of 72, in Asheville, North Carolina while spending time with his family. Barnhart worked at & eventually owned C.H. Landers Funeral home until retirement in 2015. Calling hours will be at C.H. Landers Friday, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm and 6:00 to 8:00 pm, Funeral services will be held Saturday, at 11:00 am at the funeral chapel. Burial will follow in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Sidney. Memorial donations in Jim’s memory may be directed to the Delaware Valley Humane Society, the Sidney United Methodist Church Memorial Fund; New York State Tribute Foundation, 1 South Family Drive, Albany, NY 12205 or the Sidney Central School Alumni Association.
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Broome County Executive Debbie Preston acknowledged that she used a town of Conklin credit card for personal purchases at area stores, while serving as Conklin Town Supervisor. Preston said that repaid the money to the town in a press conference yesterday afternoon, she insisted that she will stay in the race to try to retain her seat as county executive, she is facing Democrat Jason Garner for the seat.
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 10-11-16

by wcdonews Posted on October 11, 2016

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested two Brick, New Jersey residents Saturday on various drug possession charges following a traffic stop in the Village of Walton. Deputies initially stopped the vehicle for speeding, a search of the vehicle led to the seizure of cocaine, methamphetamine, ketamine, “Molly’s” Marijuana “wax” & various Marijuana cookies, candies and syrups, and Cash. Deputies arrested and charged the driver, 21 year old Jacob Maid, and his passenger, 25 year old William Cassie, for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance with intent to sell, both were arraigned in Walton Village Court and were each remanded to the Delaware County Jail in lieu of $50,000 bail or $100,000 bond.
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State Police arrested 37-year-old Kimberly Diffendorf of Kirkwood for felony DWI; she was observed driving erratically on State Route 11 in the Town of Kirkwood. The DWI arrest was a felony as Diffendorf has a prior conviction for DWI within the last 10 years; She was issued tickets returnable to the town of Kirkwood court on October 18th.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested and charged 26-year-old Dallas Cappelli of Stamford for 1 count of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Criminal Sale of a Weapon, and 1 count of Petty Larceny, Saturday night. The arrest occurred after an investigation of a larceny in Hobart, Cappelli was arraigned in front of the Town of Delhi Court where he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $10,000 cash bail, pending future court action.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies and Investigators arrested a Trout Creek man following the seizure of a number of marijuana plants from his property. 50-year-old Mark Suter of Sidney Center was charged with Unlawful Cultivation of Marijuana and Unlawful Possession of Marijuana following an annual domestic marijuana eradication program overflight conducted in conjunction with members of the State Police CNET Team and State Police Aviation Unit. Suter was issued appearance tickets and directed to appear in the Town of Tompkins Court on a later date to answer the charges.
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State Troopers arrested 36-year-old Jennifer Hopkins of Oneonta, 29-year-old Summer Eldred of Davenport & 23-year-old Brett Kachel of Oneonta for Petty Larceny. The arrests followed a shoplifting complaint from the Oneonta Wal-Mart accusing the 3 suspects for acting together to steal items worth $740; they were issued tickets returnable to the Town of Oneonta court on October 18th.
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The City of Oneonta reports that residents on Chestnut Street who are east of King Street and west of West Street may experience an unplanned, temporary, water outage this afternoon. any outages are expected to end by this evening, those with questions can contact the city offices at 432-6450.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a 3-car accident on State Highway 10 in the Town of Hamden on October 5th, near the intersection of County Highway 16. Deputies reported that a vehicle driven by 75 year old Maryann Stanczyk of Downsville and another vehicle driven by 49 year old Frank Levan of Hamden; were stopped in the southbound lane of State Highway 10 as they waited for a tractor trailer to make a left turn into a parking lot when Levan’s vehicle was struck from behind by a vehicle driven by 38 year old Julie Murphy of Downsville. Levan’s vehicle was pushed into the rear of the Stanczyk vehicle. Deputies charged Murphy with following too closely, she will appear in Town of Delhi Court at a later date.
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The Cullman Child Center of Sidney will have an open house for the community Thursday evening. Cullman Director Amy Williams told WCDO News what is special about the facility:

(Amy Williams 10-11-16)

The Open House will be held at the facility from 7:00 to 8:00 PM Thursday.
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The City of Oneonta Operations, Planning & Evaluation Committee meeting will be held this afternoon. The meeting will begin at 4:00 PM at City Hall in the Common Council Chambers on the 2nd floor.
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Cornell Cooperative Extension of Delaware County will be conducting NYSERDA’s free energy workshops “EMPOWER Save Energy, Save Dollars” at various locations, starting tomorrow. The first workshop will be held tomorrow from 10:00 to 11:30 AM at Delaware Opportunities, in Hamden, and a 2nd will be held Thursday night from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at the Western Catskills Community Revitalization Council Carriage House at 76 Main Street, Stamford. The rest of the workshops will be held October 19th in Oneonta, October 21st in Hancock, & November 3rd in Deposit. More information is available about Cornell Cooperative Extension online at ccedelaware.org.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 10-10-16

by wcdonews Posted on October 10, 2016

The American Red Cross announced that more than 13,400 people are currently housed in Shelters in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida and Virginia, following Hurricane Matthew. A total of more than 2,700 Red Cross disaster workers are supporting relief efforts. The Red Cross depends on donations to provide immediate relief; they can be made at redcross.org, by calling 1-800-RED CROSS-or texting the word MATTHEW to 90999 to make a $10 donation.
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Binghamton Police reported that 35-Year-old Naheen Spencer of Binghamton was shot in the chest early Saturday morning near Victoria’s cafe at 153 Susquehanna Street. Binghamton Police required back up as crowd control became an issue after the shooting. Spencer was transported to an area hospital where he succumbed to his injuries, the investigation is continuing.
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State Police & State DOT officials are reminding motorists of the state’s “Move Over” law, after a tow truck driver was killed early this morning by a tractor-trailer, while assisting a motorist with a disabled vehicle. The accident occurred near exit 29 of the Thruway near Canajoharie, the investigation is continuing.
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Federal authorities arrested 27 year old Melissa Elliott of Binghamton on 14 federal charges Elliott is stealing items from mail, & for opening several bank credit card accounts & fraudulently charging over $57,000, while working at the Cortland Post Office. Elliot was released pending future court action in U.S. District court.
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Broome County District Attorney Steven Cornwell announced that he has recused himself from any legal case that might come up against Broome County Executive Debra Preston. Preston faces opposition from Jason Garner in the race for Broome County Executive in the November election. Preston has not yet been charged with any offenses.
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The City Clerk’s office in Oneonta announced today that the Community Development Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday October 12th has been cancelled. The Clerk’s office stated that the meeting was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items for this month.
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The Next meeting of the City of Oneonta Town of Oneonta Fire district Task Force will be held Tuesday morning. The meeting will begin at 10:00 AM in the Common Council Chambers at Oneonta City Hall.
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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office arrested 33 year old Harpursville man in conjunction with the burglary of a residence in the Town of Colesville, where cash and a handgun were stolen. Donald Rowe was charged with 2nd degree Burglary, Criminal Possession of a Firearm, Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, also 39 year old Bobbie Jo Howell of Binghamton was charged with Hindering Prosecution, for allegedly hiding Rowe at her residence & lying to officers about his location, she was released on appearance ticket to Town of Dickinson court at a later date. Rowe was arraigned and was remanded to the Broome County Jail without Bail; further action is pending in Broome County Court.
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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported car & tractor trailer head on collision early Friday morning on Conklin Road in the Town of Conklin. A 2016 Jeep Compass operated by 43 year old Jason Demoney of Conklin crossed over into the opposing lane and struck a tractor trailer that was stopped on the shoulder of the road. Demoney was charged with felony DWI, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Operating a motor vehicle without a required Ignition Interlock Device, plus other traffic violations, he faces court action at a later date.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 34 year old Justin Dumond of Oneonta Thursday, on 1 count of 3rd degree Assault, for allegedly assaulting another person on Leland Hull Road in the Town of Franklin in late August of 2016. Dumond was later arraigned at Franklin Town Court and was released on his own recognizance.
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This week is Fire Prevention Week, according to the Fireman’s Association of the State of New York. Beginning January 1st 2017 in New York State, the sale of smoke-detecting devices powered by removable, replaceable batteries will be prohibited, & retailers will be able to sell only smoke-detecting devices with a power source that isn’t removable and lasts at least 10 years. The association also reminds new Yorkers to test smoke alarms monthly and replace batteries yearly for older style smoke alarms.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 10-7-16

by wcdonews Posted on October 7, 2016

Melissa Crispell of Oxford & Jeremy Coates of Norwich faced court action Thursday, in connection with the beating death of 58-year-old David Green in his oxford home at 221 Charles Kelley Road, on either September 24th or 25th. Both are facing murder charges for Green’s death at & are being held in the Chenango County Jail pending future court action.
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Oneonta Police arrested 22-year-old Raul Diaz & 25-year-old Ricky Morban, both of New York City for Criminal possession of a controlled substance. Oneonta Police observed a vehicle matching the description of a vehicle reported by State Police, as almost striking a Highway Department worker in another jurisdiction. Oneonta police stopped the vehicle and discovered 37 bags of heroin, Xanax & $2370. Diaz & Morban were being held in the City of Oneonta Police Department until arraignment in the City of Oneonta Court.
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Retiring congressman Richard Hanna of the 22nd district has not announced his endorsement to replace him in congress, but he did tell reporters that he would not endorse his fellow Republican Claudia Tenney. Hanna & Tenney had a contentious race for the Republican nomination prior to the 2014 re-election of Hanna; Tenney is campaigning for the congressional seat against Democrat Kim Myers and independent candidate Martin Babinec.
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State police announced that a man who passed a stopped Chenango Forks School bus, has turned him self in Late Thursday night. 15-year-old Alex Menard was exiting the bus at about 6:30 last night, when she was almost struck by a black SUV driving on the shoulder of State route 369. The case has been turned over to the Broome County District attorney’s office, the name of the driver & the charges he faces have not yet been announced.
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Oneonta City residents are being urged to boil their water to a rolling boil for about 1 minute before using. City officials reported that at 10:45 this morning, as water main broke near Crestmont Terrace, which leads to decreased water pressure, which also leads to water not being treated against harmful microbes. The boil water order is in effect for at least 48 hours for Oneonta Water users.
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The Chobani-Chamber Walk-Run will be held in the Pharsalia Woods tomorrow. Commerce Chenango President Steve Craig comments:

(Steve Craig 10-7-16)

Registration for the race is available today from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Commerce Chenango offices in Norwich or on Race Day from 8:00 to 9:30 AM; the races begin at 10:00 a.m.
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It’s the final weekend of racing for the season at I-88 Speedway in Afton. Spokesperson Denise page told WCDO News about Saturday’s races

(Denise Page Saturday)

Details are available at I88speedway.com.
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New York State of Health announced that some insurers will be offering health and dental plans to individuals and small business owners in 2017. Open enrollment for New Yorkers looking for health coverage through Qualified Health Plans begins on November 1st and runs through January 31st, 2017. The number of uninsured New Yorkers has declined by nearly 850,000. The rate of uninsured declined from 10 percent to 5 percent between 2013 and September 2015.
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There are 2 American Red Cross Blood Drives today. In Oneonta, a blood drive will run from 12:00 Noon until 6:00 PM at the Elm Park Methodist Church at 401 Chestnut Street & in Norwich from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM at the Broad Street Methodist Church at 74 North Broad Street. Appointments can be made by downloading the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS. All blood types are needed.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 10-6-16

by wcdonews Posted on October 6, 2016

Nicholas Chappell of Binghamton was indicted Wednesday on charges of 2nd-degree murder, attempted murder and assault in connection with a shooting in Binghamton on August 31st. Chappell is accused of fatally shooting 23-year-old David Sanborn of Whitney Point, and injuring 26-year-old Jordan Doolittle of Windsor. Chappell is being held in the Broome County Jail pending his arraignment in county court.
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State Police are investigating the theft of a Gray 2013 Ford F150 pickup truck with New York License Plate 20811-JV, back on September 22nd at about 2:00 AM from Winnie Hill Road in the Town of Oneonta. The vehicle was last seen about 90 minutes later around 3:30 am headed southbound on Interstate Route 81 in the Binghamton area. The State Police are also looking to interview the unknown male seen in a surveillance video near the area of the theft. Anyone with information regarding the stolen vehicle or unknown male please contact the New York State Police in Oneonta at 432-4844 or 432-3211.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 20-year-old Jared Soodsma of Sprakers for DWI, criminally using drug paraphernalia & unlawful possession of marijuana, following a 2-car motor vehicle accident in the Town of Hamden. Deputies allege that Soodsma collided with a parked car in the Hamlet of Hamden; Deputies seized marijuana, as well as a number of wrapping materials used to package a narcotic drug. Soodsma was additionally charged with failure to keep right, moving unsafely from lane, and speed not reasonable and prudent, he was released on tickets returnable to Hamden Town Court at a later date.
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State Police responded to a head on collision on State Route 17 in the town of Nichols 90 year old John McCarthy of Elmira was driving the wrong way on 17 after leaving the Nichols rest area, he crashed into a vehicle driven by 65 year old Sandra Spaeth of Rome Pennsylvania. She was transported to Packer Hospital for non-life threatening injuries. McCarthy was pronounced deceased at the scene.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 30-year-old Randel Condon of Franklin on 1 count of 2nd degree Assault. Deputies allege that Condon intentionally assaulted another person with a dangerous instrument on Leland Hull Road in the Town of Franklin in August; Condon was arraigned in Franklin Town Court and was released on his own recognizance.

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies and Walton Fire and Emergency Squad members were dispatched Early Saturday morning to Upper East Brook Road in the Town of Walton following a report of an off-road, personal injury motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian entanglement. a number of campers were sleeping in a field when a truck driven by 30 year old Dustin Truman of Walton, drove over 24 year old William Pregnall of Poughkeepsie, who was sleeping on the trail when he and his sleeping bag became entangled in the truck’s front wheel and undercarriage and had to be extricated by Walton Fire and Emergency Squad members. Pregnall was transported to Delaware Valley Hospital and was transferred to U.H.S. Wilson Hospital in Johnson City for further medical treatment. No charges have been filed at this time as Deputies are continuing their investigation.
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New York State Office for the Aging reminds older New Yorkers that the Medicare open enrollment period runs from October 15th through December 7th . The open enrollment period is when all people with Medicare can change their health plans and prescription drug coverage for the following year to better meet their needs. Plan changes take effect January 1, 2017.
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This year’s “Test Drive Your Seat” Event will be held at the Forum Theater in Binghamton this Thursday, Tina Niles From NAC Entertainment explains:

(Tina Niles 10-4-16)

Niles said that this year’s shows include Once, Pippin, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella, The Illusionists & Rent. More information is available at BroadwayInBinghamton.com.
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The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting on Thursday, October 6, 2016, 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 10-5-16

by wcdonews Posted on October 5, 2016

 

The Board of Directors of the State Environmental Facilities Corporation has approved $497.5 million in grants and interest-free and low-cost loans to support wastewater and drinking water infrastructure projects. Locally, The Town of Oneonta will receive $5.1 million to finance the creation of the Town of Oneonta Southside Water District Number 5, to serve residences currently on private wells and consolidate several existing small, privately owned water systems. The Town of Oneonta will also get a $2.8 million interest-free loan to finance the costs associated with the creation the Town of Oneonta Southside Water District Number6, to consolidate and serve several small, privately-owned public water systems, 23 that are currently on insufficient private wells.
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Strengthening opportunities for business success is the goal of a business training series to be offered in November at the Delaware County eCenter in Delhi. The training is offered by the Small Business Development Center of SUNY Binghamton, the 20-hour training program will take place on November 3, 10, and 17, each day from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. Program topics will include the basics of owning a business, developing a business plan. The cost of the program is $75. registrations can be taken at 267-4010, extension 105, or mail mcatan@binghamton.edu.
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Incumbent Republican State Senator Fred Akshar and Democratic challenger Sharon Ball debated Tuesday at SUNY Broome Community College. Ball is running against Republican incumbent Akshar for the 52nd district State Senate Seat that Akshar was elected to last year, to finish out the term of Tom Libous, who was convicted of using his political power to get his son a job, and how died of cancer shortly after the conviction. The district includes Broome and Tioga counties, and portions of Chenango and Delaware counties.
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Unalam president Craig Van Cott and vice president of operations Leif Van Cott will accept a 2016 Forest Stewardship Council Leadership Award tonight in Los Angelos on behalf of the local comapny. The award is presented annually at Greenbuild, which is the world’s largest green building event, the Leadership awards recognize excellence in the use of FSC certified products and commitment to responsible forest management. More information about Unalam’s products and services call 607-369-9341, visit us at www.unalam.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/glulam, or follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/unalam.
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Chobani employees who become new parents will be given 6 weeks of paid time off to spend with their newborn, starting next year, according to Chobani founder Hamdi Ulukaya during a company meeting with employees at the New Berlin plant today. Ulukaya stated that he hopes this becomes a standard benefit at comapnies across the nation.
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The final weekend of racing will be held at i-88 speedway this friday & saturday, it will be the last races for promotors Jamie & Denise Page, who commented about their decision:

(Denise Page 10-5-16)

A full line up of races is available at I-88 Speedway.com.
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State Police have arrested 2 additional men in regards to the shooting incident on September 24th in the Town of Union. 42 year old John Frey of Binghamton was charged with Attempted Assault and 59 year old Peter Gumaer of Harpursville for Criminal Mischief. Frey was arraigned in the Town of Union court and was remanded to the Broome County jail in lieu of $2,000 cash bail or $4,000 property bond. Gumaer was issued a ticket returnable to the Town of Maine court at a later date and released. The investigation is ongoing.
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The Next Sidney Chamber of Commerce meeting will be held this morning. The meeting begins at 7:45 at The Sidney Country Club, members & directors are urged to attend.
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A blood drive will be held in Sidney today from 1:30 to 6:30 PM at Tri-Town Regional Hospital. Appointments can be made by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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