WCDO NEWS MONDAY 3-11-24

by wcdonews Posted on March 11, 2024

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-11-24

Persia Nelson has been charged today for 2nd degree manslaughter, for the death of her daughter, 11 month old Halo Branton of Schenectady. The infant was found abandoned at the GE Plant in Schenectady & died at Ellis hospital Sunday, after the child was reported missing & was the subject of an Amber Alert. Bail for Nelson was set at $500,000 dollars in Schenectady City Court.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested Colin Smith of Laurens for Menacing, after deputies responded to a fight call, Smith, is accused of having a knife at a fight, he was taken into custody without incident & is scheduled to appear in the Town of Laurens Court at a later date.

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Today’s high winds have led to power outages throughout the region. over 2500 were without power in Broome & Delaware County earlier this afternoon, crews are working to restore the power as soon as possible.

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Helios Care will continue holding caregiver Support group Sessions in the coming weeks on March 19th, April 2nd, April 16th, from 2:00 to 3:00pm, at the United Ministry of Delhi. Jessica Weeden of Helios Care explains:

(Jessica Weeden 3-11-24)

More information about the caregiver support groups can be obtained by calling 607.432.5525, more information about Helios care programs is available at helioscare.org.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-11-24

An 11-month-old at the center of an Amber Alert out of New York has died in Schenectady. Halo Branton had been reported missing, she was found in the area of the General Electric campus & was taken to a hospital where she passed Sunday, the investigation is continuing.

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A Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputy, 31 year old Tyler McAteer of Franklin was arrested by State Police March 6, and charged with official misconduct, following a complaint of sex offenses. McAteer has been placed on administrative leave without pay by Sheriff DuMond, pending a formal investigation.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office announced the extradition and arrest of 36 year old Jamesan Conville, who was charged with Aggravated Assault on a Police Officer, 2nd degree Assault, Reckless Endangerment, Criminal Mischief, Obstruction of Governmental Administration, Resisting Arrest plus Numerous Vehicle and Traffic infractions. On February 14th a Deputy initiated a traffic stop for a speeding on I-88 in Milford, Conville began to flee while dragging the injured deputy approximately 300 feet across the highway. The deputy was able to disengage and was later transported to Bassett Hospital. 5 hours later, State Police and the Massachusetts State Police located Conville and took him in to custody, he was transported back to the Otsego County Sheriff’s Office Friday, he was held for arraignment, the deputy has recovered and returned to duty.

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State Trooper John Grassia lost his life on Friday, while serving as a pilot in the National Guard. Trooper Grassia was on a federal mission with the National Guard, when his helicopter crashed in Texas, he was 30 years old & joined the State Police in 2022.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office is looking for Ashley Williams, who is wanted for her participation in an animal abuse investigation originating in the Town of Laurens. She is a white female, 35 years old, approximately 5 foot, 8 inches, 120lbs, with brown hair and blue eyes. If you have information on her whereabouts call 607-547-4273.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 3-8-24

by wcdonews Posted on March 8, 2024

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-8-24

Broome County Sheriff’s Office investigators responded to a report of animal abuse in the Town of Lisle with possible animal sexual abuse. 32 year old Kenneth Carman of Lisle, admitted to multiple instances of animal sexual abuse and attempting to perform sexual acts with his female pitbull. Carman was taken into custody and charged with Sexual Misconduct with an Animal & Animal Cruelty, Carman was also arrested on a warrant for violation of probation and was remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility.

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Recently Expelled Long Island former congressman George Santos announced he is running for Congress for a different seat than the one he held previously. Santos was charged with Conspiracy, Wire Fraud, False Statements, Falsification of Records, Aggravated Identity Theft, and Credit Card Fraud. A trial is expected to begin in September.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-8-24

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office attempting to identify a white female, who attempted to fraudulently cash a $4,000 check at a bank using an ID stolen from a vehicle in Otsiningo Park in Binghamton on February 22, There was also an apparent attempt to cash a check in Vestal using the same victim’s ID. Anyone with information on the identity of the female suspect is asked to please contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office at 607-778-8861, the picture of the suspect can be found on the Broome County Sheriff’s Office Facebook Page.

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The Sidney Historical Society is hosting a presentation Saturday regarding the history of the railroads in the area, spokesman Larry Halbert explains:

(Larry Halbert 3-8-24)

The presentation will be held Saturday at 11:00 AM at the Sidney Library Smart Community Room.

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Binghamton resident Alyssa Crosby appeared on NBC’s The Voice, she was recently added to Reba McEntire’s team. The Voice airs every Monday and Tuesday at 8 pm. on NBC.

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Clocks will “spring forward” one hour at 2:00 AM on Sunday. Area Fire Departments also suggest that you test or replace batteries in old school Smoke Detectors this weekend.

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The Jericho Arts Council will feature the “NATE GROSS BAND” Saturday at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater, at 7:00 PM, Spokesman Phil Wade explains;

(Phil Wade 3-8-24)

Wade said that in the Gallery will be the works of Colette Aimee. Ticket reservations are available at (607) 288-3882, Doors open at 6:00 PM & the show starts at 7:00 PM.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 3-7-24

by wcdonews Posted on March 7, 2024

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-7-24

The Norwich St. Baldrick’s Event will be held on March 16th this year, back as an in-person event, Spokesman Zachary Wentworth comments:

(Zachary Wentworth 3-7-24)

Wentworth said that the details regarding the organizations efforts against Childhood cancers can be found at the St. Baldricks website, at the Norwich events Facebook Page or by calling 607-373-7228. The head-shaving event will be held at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich on March 16th starting at 1:00 PM.

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The State Labor Department announced that the number of private sector jobs increased .6%, to 8,346,200 in January. The State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased from 4.6% in December 2023 to 4.5% in January 2024. The Job Participation rate was 61.4% in January 2024.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies performed a traffic stop on Chenango Street in the City of Binghamton, 47 year old James Bell of Conklin was found to be in possession of Methamphetamine along with a scale, Bell was charged with 2 Counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia, While in custody, Bell was found to have concealed on his person an additional amount of Methamphetamine, leading to an additional charge of Tampering with Physical Evidence. Bell was processed, arraigned and currently remains in custody. The Sheriff’s Office reported that Bell had previously been arrested on February 23, 2024 on drug charges and was released on an appearance ticket.

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Otsego County officials are at odds over a proposal to spend $160,000 for a study regarding the County Correctional Facility & Otsego County Sheriff’s Office. Otsego County Administrator Steve Wilson is seeking funds for the study, while Sheriff Rich Devlin released a Statement saying that the study would be repetitive, as it has been well documented regarding the needs and issues at the County Correctional facility that have existed for many decades, he urged the County Board to deny Wilson’s request for the study.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-6-24

State Police received a cybertip of child sexual abuse material that was uploaded to a mobile messaging application, they arrested 21 year old Stephen Guilbault and 34 year old Dimitri Escrich both of Deposit, for Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child. Guilbault was additionally charged with Promoting a Sexual Performance by a Child. Guilbault was arraigned in Delaware County Court, Escrich was issued an appearance ticket and is due to appear in the Town of Deposit Court on March 25th.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Office announced that Correctional Facility Searches by K-9 Marley have led to Felony Drug and Contraband Charges. In Case #1 On February 14, 36 year old Heather Aviles of Owego was found to have Heroin, Aviles was charged with Promoting Prison Contraband & Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia. In Case #2, On February 23, 34 year old Marvin Greene of Binghamton was flushing his toilet multiple times, which led to cell search and strip search, Greene became uncooperative, physically struggling with officers, they found synthetic cannabis. Greene was charged with Promoting Prison Contraband, Attempting to Conceal/Alter/Destroy Physical Evidence, & Obstructing Governmental Administration.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 32 year old Chad Buyea of Norwich for Assault, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, and Harassment. Deputies responded to a report of child abuse, after a mother of a 17-month-old child reporting that her child had injuries to the face, after Buyea was babysitting the child, home security cameras revealed the abuse. Buyea was arraigned in Centralized Arraignment and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on cash bail. Buyea is to appear in the Town of Norwich Court at a later date.

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Mohawk Valley Assemblyman Robert Smullen announced on his Facebook page that his 14 year old son A.J. passed away, he had been in critical condition in the Pediatric ICU at Albany Medical Center following emergency surgery, the boy sustained injuries in an accident, resulting in a traumatic brain injury.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-6-24

by wcdonews Posted on March 6, 2024

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-6-24

The US Department of Veteran’s Affairs announced that all Veterans who were exposed to toxins and other hazards while serving in the military – at home or abroad – are now eligible to enroll directly in VA health care through the recently signed PACT Act. Peter Potter of the VA in Albany told WCDO News that veterans need a couple of forms & they can get into the system & started getting treated:

(Peter Potter 3-6-24)

Potter said that Veterans from all branches are eligible, they can go to VA.gov/PACT or call 1-800-MYVA411.

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Congressman Marc Molinaro’s Office announced the Federal Appropriations bills includes $27.6 million for community development projects in the 19th Congressional District. Funded projects include $5,000,000 for the City of Binghamton Henry Street Improvements, $4,200,000 for the Oneonta West Main Street Water & Sewer Extension Project, $1,250,000 for the City of Norwich Sanitary Sewer System Repairs.

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Former Oneonta Councilmember Michele Frazier announced she is running for the 51st State Senate District, against incumbent Republican Peter Oberacker. Frazier lives in Delhi, is a local Realtor and teaches Criminal Justice at SUNY Delhi, more information is available at Michelefrazierfor51.com

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for Douglas Gibson on an outstanding warrant for Violation of Probation for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Gibson is described as a White Male 5’5″ 150 pounds with Blond Hair & Brown eyes, anyone with information can go to gobroomecounty.com/sheriff/warrants or call (607) 778-1196.

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Ginny Ireland of Bainbridge has passed away on Sunday March 3, at her home, after a 12 year battle with cancer. Ireland was the coordinator of Operation Merry Christmas for many years & volunteered for many other area organizations, Calling hours will be at the Westcott-Madden Funeral Home 123 Main Street Unadilla on Friday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, Private burial will be in Evergreen Hill Cemetery, Unadilla. Memorial contributions may be made to: Operation Merry Christmas c/o Community Bank 19 Union Street Sidney, NY 13838. Online condolences may be made at: www.wmaddenfh.com.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 3-6-24

The House subcommittee investigating the nation’s response to the coronavirus pandemic subpoenaed former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo in relation to his administration’s handling of nursing homes during the pandemic, they are expected to ask Cuomo about instructing nursing homes to admit recovering COVID-positive patients from hospitals.

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64 year old Johannes Vulto pleaded guilty Tuesday in federal court to producing cheese that caused a listeria outbreak that killed 2 people and hospitalized six others in 2016. Vulto and his company, Vulto Creamery LLC, pleaded guilty to causing the introduction of adulterated food into interstate commerce, according to prosecutors from the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

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The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage, Bassett Healthcare Network is encouraging community members to consider donating blood in Oneonta or Sidney Today. 1 Blood Drive will be at the FoxCare Center at 1 Foxcare Drive from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 pm, the other will be at A.O. Fox Hospital – Tri-Town Campus, Sidney from 2:30 to 6:30 pm In the 2nd Floor Conference Room. Walk-ins are welcome, Appointments may be made by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS, redcrossblood.org, or using the American Red Cross Blood Donor App.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is holding their next meeting this morning. The meeting begins at 8:00 AM at the Community Cultural Center at 8:00 AM.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 3-5-24

by wcdonews Posted on March 5, 2024

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-5-24

The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 37 year old Joseph Grace of Norwich on 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & 1 count of Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia. Grace was arrested following a traffic stop, they seized Grace’s Backpack & applied for a search warrant on that backpack, which contained 180 wax envelopes containing Fentanyl/Heroin, 14.3 grams of crystal Methamphetamine, a digital scale, and other materials used to sell illegal narcotics. Grace was processed & was released on an appearance ticket for City of Norwich Court at a later date.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 31 year old Tyler Clark of Unadilla following an investigation into a report of sexual abuse allegations. Clark was charged with 2nd degree Rape & Endangering the Welfare of a Child, for allegedly performing sexual acts with a minor under the age of 17, Clark was taken to the Otsego County Correctional Facility and was released after arraignment, an order of protection was issued on behalf of the victim.

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46 year old Kellie Sanderson of Walton, appeared in Delaware County Court & was sentenced for her conviction of Welfare Fraud. Sanderson previously pleaded guilty to Felony Welfare Fraud was was sentenced to 5 years of felony probation supervision, she must pay restitution to the Delaware County Department of Social Services & she must submit a DNA sample to the State DNA data bank and pay the $50.00 DNA fee. Sanderson is also disqualified from applying for or receiving temporary assistance for 18 months & disqualified from SNAP for 24 months, Sanderson previously was found guilty of Welfare Fraud in 2014.

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The Bainbridge Initiative has invited members of the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office to Bainbridge, for a Question & Answer Session regarding topics such as substance abuse, Homelessness & Mental Health issues, spokesperson Carole Kanzer explains:

(Carole Kanzer 3-5-24)

The Session will be held on Wednesday March 13th starting at 5:30 PM, at the Bainbridge Town Hall, more information is available at the Bainbridge Initiative Facebook Page or call 967-5449.

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The State Office of Consumer Services and the Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection assisted 276,000 New York households with a variety of consumer protection matters, returning nearly $9.7 million to consumers in 2023. The Public Service Commission conducted nearly 25,000 investigations, resulting in the Department returning nearly $7 million to consumers, while the Division of Consumer Protection handled 26,137 consumer complaints and inquiries returning nearly $2.7

million to consumers.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-5-24

38 year old Randy Condon of Sidney appeared in the Delaware County Court for sentencing on one count of 2nd degree Burglary. Condon admitted that he unlawfully entered a seasonal residence in the Town of Masonville and stole dozens of weapons, a chainsaw and other items, Condon was arrested on July 2, 2023, in the Town of Maine and charged with burglary, he was sentenced to a 7-year sentence to be followed by 10 years of parole supervision.

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Delaware County Sheriff”s Office arrested 43 year old Misty Cintron of Sidney on a Bench Warrant issued by the Delaware County Court, for failure to appear to answer to several counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell, tampering with physical evidence, and criminally using drug paraphernalia. Investigators received information that Cintron was living in an apartment in the Village of Sidney, Sheriff’s Office Investigators & the Village of Sidney Police Department were able to locate Cintron and take her into custody without incident. Cintron was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Jail without bail.

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The State DEC released hunting safety statistics for the 2023 seasons , there were 12 incidents during the hunting seasons, tying with 2019 for the 2nd fewest hunting-related shooting incidents on record. The 12 Shooting Incidents recorded in 2023 include 6 two-party firearm incidents and 6 self-inflicted incidents; 2 of the shootings resulted in fatalities.

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The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce will hold their monthly meeting this morning at 8:00AM, the meeting will be held at the Bauer Community Center.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 3-4-24

by wcdonews Posted on March 4, 2024

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-4-24

Broome County District Attorney’s Office announced that Dylan Shoemaker of Colesville was sentenced to 12 years to life for 2nd degree Assault in Broome County Court. On February 6, 2023, State Troopers responded to Shoemaker’s residence in Nineveh for a domestic incident. Shoemaker punched a Trooper while being placed into custody, resulting in injury of that Trooper.

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The Harpursville Fire Department responded to a fire Saturday at 329 Hartz Road in the Town of Colesville. Harpursville Firefighters were assisted at the scene by firefighters from Windsor, West Windsor, Deposit, Masonville, Greene, Afton, Port Crane & several other departments responded, firefighters were able to keep the fire from spreading, there was mostly smoke & water damage.

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Attorney General Letitia James kicked off National Consumer Protection Week by releasing a list of the top 10 consumer complaints received by the Office in 2023. Over 5500 complaints were made regarding retail establishments, over 3900 were about landlord tenant issues, over 3500 were complaints about auto sales & service, over 3200 were about banking institutions, and over 2500 were regarding internet security issues.

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State DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos announced that he will step down from that position after serving for 8 1/2 years. Seggos is the longest-serving DEC Commissioner in State history, he will step down on April 1st.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s office arrested 54-year-old Thomas Burrows Jr. of Manhattan on a Bench Warrant issued by the Town of Stamford Court. Burrows was being held in the Delaware County Correctional Facility on an unrelated charge at the time of his arrest. This warrant was issued due to Burrows’s failure to appear in court in connection with a charge of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Burrows was arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $2,000 cash bail or $4,000 secured bond.

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The Next Meeting of the General Clinton Canoe Regatta will be held tonight in Bainbridge, the meeting begins at 6:30 PM in the back of Bob’s Diner.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-4-24

The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a crash that killed a Walton Couple Tuesday. Raymond & Joan Light of Walton were killed in the crash on Franklin Depot Road, they were pronounced dead at the scene, the investigation into the cause of the crash is continuing.

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30 year old Charles Walsh of Sidney was indicted by the Delaware County Grand Jury for multiple counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia, he is accused of possessing fentanyl & Methamphetamine with intent to sell, as well as for having packaging materials in order to package & sell controlled substances. Walsh could face up to 14 years in state prison and 5 years of additional post release supervision.

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51 year old Kim Kraemer of Margaretville was indicted by a Delaware County Grand Jury for Driving While Ability Impaired by a Combination of Drugs and Alcohol & Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, for driving a motor vehicle under the combined influence of drugs and alcohol while in the Town of Delhi on August 28, 2023, if convicted, she faces the maximum sentence of 1 and 1/3 to 4 years in state prison.

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The National Weather Service reports that a tornado touched down in the Town of Chenango in Broome County on February 28, at around 5:00 PM. The tornado was rated an EF-1, with winds around 100 MPH.

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4 goats were killed in an early Saturday Morning barn fire in Edmeston. Firefighters arrived to find the barn fully engulfed at 5526 Highway 18, no injuries were reported to firefighters, the fire was ruled as accidental.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 3-1-24

by wcdonews Posted on March 1, 2024

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-1-24

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office announced that 34 year old Veronica Mitchell of Endicott, was located by their Warrants Division, with the assistance of the Binghamton Police Department, State Parole, and State Police Violent Felony Warrant Division. Mitchell was found at a residence on Day Hollow Road in the Town of Owego, hiding in a storage room, she was arrested and transported to the Broome County Correctional Facility. Mitchell was wanted regarding felony drug and weapon possession charges and was additionally charged with Resisting Arrest and Obstructing Governmental Administration, she will be arraigned in the Town of Owego Court at a later date.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 41 year old Shaliek Varra of Otego following a traffic stop on February 26, in the Town of Otego. Varra was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation or a motor vehicle, speeding & other related charges, he was issued an Appearance ticket and will appear in Otego Court at a later date.

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The State DEC announced the dates for this year’s Burn Ban. The statewide ban on brush burning starts on Saturday March 16th & runs until May 14th, more information is available at the state DEC website.

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Local Photographer Ron Sager will have an exhibit & discussion about Unadilla Saturday from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, he told WCDO News about this exhibit:

(Ron Sager 3-1-24)

Sager will have the discussion & exhibit at 246 Main Street in Unadilla.

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Bassett Healthcare Network is partnering with the Oneonta World of Learning to host the 4th annual YOUTH PAINT FEST tomorrow at the Foxcare Center in Oneonta. The event runs from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, it is free & donations to the Oneonta World of Learning will be accepted.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-1-24

Broome County Sheriff’s Office announced that 23 year old Souley Pertilla-Camara of Binghamton was arrested in Orlando, Florida. Pertilla-Camara was wanted by Binghamton City Police for the shooting of Lamont Weaver on June 17, 2023, where Weaver sustained a gunshot wound to the abdomen and survived, he was also wanted on an outstanding warrant for Criminal Possession of a Weapon. Pertilla-Camara will be returned to Broome County shortly.

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Chenango County area business owners are teaming up for a Wedding Expo in Norwich Sunday, organizer Kerri Beckwith explains:

(Kerri Beckwith 3-1-24)

Beckwith said that they have 50 vendors signed up, more information is available at 607-373-9770

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Bassett Healthcare Network & other health care providers are teaming up for the March into Health: A Cancer Awareness Event and Health Fair at the Southside Mall in Oneonta Saturday, from 10 am. to 2 pm. Bassett Spokesman Jim Feldman Comments:

(Jim Feldman 3-1-24)

The event will feature an opportunity to learn about colon cancer, with health related vendors participating from the Cancer Services Program of the Central New York Region, Operation Safe Child, Head Start, Tobacco Free Communities, Office for the Aging, Southern Tier Connect, LEAF & Otsego County Department of Health

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 2-29-24

by wcdonews Posted on February 29, 2024

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 2-29-24

NYSEG reports that the number of power outages in the WCDO listening area this afternoon was down to around 250, down from about 850 this morning, all attributed to the high winds that came through the region last night. NYSEG crews hopes to have all the power restored shortly.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested Sabrina Johnson of Oswego County for 2nd degree Burglary, Attempted Grand Larceny, Criminal Mischief & Conspiracy, last November, the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office Road Patrol Division received a Burglary complaint in New Berlin, the investigation found that Johnson and a co-defendant caused damage while burglarizing a residence, stole items from within the residence, and attempted to steal a car. Johnson was located at the Town of New Berlin Court and was taken into custody without incident, she was arraigned and was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on cash bail, she will return to Town of New Berlin Court at a later date.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Office arrested 57 year old William MacDowall of Binghamton for Hindering Prosecution and Obstructing Governmental Administration, after hindering police from entering his residence to arrest his son, 25 year old Justin MacDowall, on an active felony bench warrant for Violation of Probation and an active arrest warrant for Strangulation. Justin MacDowall was charged with Resisting Arrest and Obstructing Governmental Administration in addition to the warrants, both men face court action shortly.

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State Lawmakers approved the new Congressional redistricting maps on Wednesday in Albany. The maps were said to be very similar to the maps used in the 2022 elections with only a few changes.

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The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance reminds seniors that, for most localities, the deadline to apply for greater property tax savings through the Enhanced STAR property tax exemption is March 1. Basic STAR exemption recipients who turn 65 this year and meet the eligibility requirements should apply to their assessor for the Enhanced STAR exemption. For more information go to tax.ny.gov.

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Attorney General Letitia James is leading an investigation into the February 22 AT&T outage that left many customers without service for up to 12 hours nationwide. New Yorkers affected by the service outage are encouraged to file a complaint online at att.com.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 2-29-24

Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce is holding a follow up meeting tonight as a follow up to the “Re-Unite Bainbridge” meeting of a few years ago, Bainbridge Chamber President John Payne explains:

(John Payne 2-29-24)

Payne said that the meeting will be at 6:00 PM in the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater and the public is invited.

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Commerce Chenango will host their next Economic Outlook Breakfast today at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich. The Keynote Speaker will be NBT”S Chief Investment Officer Ken Entenmann, registration begins at 7:30, the program begins at 8:00 AM.

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Alan Holmes of Binghamton was sentenced as a 2nd time felony offender to Attempted Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in Broome County Court. On June 7, 2021, Holmes was found in possession of approximately 50 grams of fentanyl following a traffic stop in Johnson City stemming from suspected drug activity in Endwell. Holmes admitted to possession with the intent to sell, he was sentenced to 6.5 years in State Prison, followed by 3 years of post-release supervision.

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