WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 7-22-22

by wcdonews Posted on July 22, 2022

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-22-22

State Police responded Thursday Morning to a 2-vehicle-crash on State Route 23 in the town of Roxbury. One person was pronounced deceased at the scene. The investigation revealed that a 79-year-old woman was traveling east on State Route 23 when she crossed over the double yellow line into the opposite lane of traffic, she struck a Curtis Lumber flatbed truck, which unsuccessfully attempted to avoid the crash. The woman was pronounced deceased on scene, her name will be released following the notification of family, The driver of the flatbed was taken to Bassett Medical Center for non-life-threatening injuries. The investigation is ongoing.

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Rochester police officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz was killed and Officer Sino Seng was injured in an ambush shooting Thursday night. Mazurkiewicz was a 29-year veteran of the Rochester Police Department, he was patrolling with Officer Seng when a male approached them and opened fire. Seng was shot in the lower body and is expected to survive, a woman who witnessed the attack was also shot and was injured with non-life-threatening injuries, the investigation is continuing.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $387 million is being delivered to 1,452 local governments across the New York State to help boost their pandemic response infrastructure. The announcement is part of the State’s ongoing preparation efforts to tackle any potential pandemic-related surges this fall and winter. This financial backing is made possible by the Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund, part of the American Rescue Plan Act, which provides relief for smaller local governments who have shared in the public health response. The amount local governments will receive is available at budget.ny.gov.

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The Tri Town Theater is looking for volunteers to help out Sunday, with a clean up project at their storage barn at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge. Interested volunteers can show up at 10: AM Sunday at the barn near the baseball field, more information is available at 607-287-1288.

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Norwich CDO Workforce is hosting an in-person recruitment event at the Norwich CDO Workforce Center at 1 O’Hara Drive in Norwich on Thursday, July 28th from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Representatives from Amphenol in Sidney & Willow Run Foods in Kirkwood will be on hand to discuss job opportunities. Job seekers can also call ahead to pre-schedule an interview: 607-334-2201.

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The Binghamton Black Bears announced today that the club has named Gary Gill as the new head coach for the 2022-23 season. Gill joins the Black Bears after being the head coach and general manager of the Vermont Lumberjacks in the Eastern Hockey League. Gill has over 400 wins & 9 years of experience coaching professional hockey.

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WCDO’s Nate Lull has started a Scholarship program, with the 1st fundraiser to be a golf Tournament in Franklin Sunday, he told WCDO News about it:

(Nate Lull 7-22-22)

Lull said that he hopes to make this an annual event & other events may be added to raise additional funds for future scholarships.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-22-22

More than 50 Hall of Famers are expected to return to Cooperstown this weekend to honor the Class of 2022. Bud Fowler, Gil Hodges, Jim Kaat, Minnie Miñoso, Tony Oliva, Buck O’Neil and David Ortiz will be inducted into the Hall of Fame on Sunday, the Hall of Fame Parade of Legends returns at 6:00 pm Saturday.

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Republican Gubernatorial Candidate & Congressman Lee Zeldin was attacked at a campaign event in Monroe County last night while giving a speech. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office arrested 43-year-old David Jakubonis of Fairport for 2nd Degree Attempted assault, he was processed & released in his own recognizance, Zeldin was not injured.

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The Binghamton Rumble Ponies are honoring the members of the 1992 Championship Team today as part of the 30th anniversary of that championship team, as the Rumble Ponies open a nine-game homestand against the Hartford Yard Goats. Many Members of the first team in Binghamton Mets history will be attending, & will be honored in a pre-game ceremony prior to tonight’s game beginning around 6:35 PM with first pitch scheduled for 7:05 PM. Tickets are available at BINGRP.com, 607-722-3866, or at the Box Office at Mirabito Stadium.

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Sidney Rotary & the Cullman Child Development Center present “Dairy Day” on Sunday, at Keith Clark Park in Sidney. Rotary Spokesman Larry Halbert explains:

(Larry Halbert 7-12-22)

The event will run from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, more information about the event on Sunday, or their August 6th event, is available at the Sidney Rotary Facebook page, or by calling Larry Halbert at 607-237-4762.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held today in Oneonta. Today’s blood drive will be held from 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM at the Quality Inn, on Route 23 Southside, To book a time to give, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 7-21-22

by wcdonews Posted on July 21, 2022

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 7-21-22

The State Department of Labor announced that the number of private sector jobs in the State increased over the month by 19,700, to just under 8 million in June 2022. The number is about 300,000 less than the highest number registered before the COVID 19 pandemic kicked in & the state closed down in 2020. The State’s unemployment rate held steady at 4.4% in June, following 5 consecutive months of decline.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will host a New York 19th Congressional Candidate Forum with a question and answer session featuring Republican candidate Marcus Molinaro and Democratic candidate Patrick Ryan. Both candidates are looking to fill the seat vacated by Antonio Delgado, who now serves as the New York Lieutenant Governor. The event will be held on August 4th from 6:30 to 8:00 PM at the Roscoe Beer Company Garden, on 145 Rockland Road. The special election will be held on August 23rd.

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Governor Kathy Hochul announced the opening of the initial intake tool to help small businesses determine their eligibility for the COVID-19 Capital Costs Tax Credit Program. The $250 million COVID-19 Capital Costs Tax Credit Program will support small businesses that made investments to comply with emergency orders and regulations or to increase public safety in response to COVID-19. If deemed eligible by the screening tool, a link to the application will be provided when the program application opens. The Screening Tool Available online at formrouter.apps.esd.ny.gov.

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Catholic Charities is offering free School Supplies & & Backpacks for children enrolled in the Sidney Central School District. Spokesperson penny McKnight explains:

(Penny McKnight 7-21-22)

Eligible families can Preregister at the Sidney Office of Catholic Charities in the Sidney Civic Center on Liberty Street, through August 12th, more information is available at 607-604-4071.

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The State Health Department reported a polio case, in Rockland County, it’s the 1st case of Polio in the U.S. in nearly a decade. Officials did not offer details yet on who the resident is, whether the person was vaccinated or their current condition. In 1979, polio was declared eliminated in the U.S., however travelers with polio have brought infections into the U.S., the case was in 2013.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 7-21-22

Friends of Recovery of Delaware and Otsego Counties announced that they have the first Narcan vending machine available locally. The vending machine offers Naloxone kits that with 2 doses of Narcan nasal spray, it is located at The Turning Point of Otsego County at 22 Elm Street in Oneonta.

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Amphenol Aerospace is hosting a recruitment fair at the Northeast Classic Car Museum in Norwich, NY on Saturday, August 20th. The event will run from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, more information about job openings is available at amphenol-aerospace.acquiretm.com.

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Upstate Shredding’s Southern Tier Tuesday’s philanthropic team announced that Getthere Mobility Management is this week’s winner of a $2,000 grant. Getthere is a program from the Rural Health Network of South Central New York to get people to appointments who have no other way to get to them.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-20-22

by wcdonews Posted on July 20, 2022

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-20-22

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the development of a Fall Action Plan to continue combating the COVID-19 pandemic. Hochul says the plan will address any potential COVID surges later this year. Part of the plan is a strategy for returning to school, including the distribution of 3 million tests to districts before the beginning of the school year. The governor says mask requirements will depend on the numbers. COVID vaccination and treatment initiatives are also in the works, including promoting access to medication, which can be sought through the statewide hotline at 888-873-2869.

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Broome County District Attorney’s Office announced that 38 year old Timathy Benninger will likely spend 2 to 6 years in jail after failing to register as a sex offender. Benninger was convicted in in 2003 for sexually abusing a 13 year old, had been living in an out of Broome county without registering his address with law enforcement, as mandated by the Sex offender Registration act.

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Springbrook has closed on the purchase of properties known as the “Ford Block” on Main Street in Oneonta, Springbrook Chief Operating Officer Seth Haight told WCDO News why they got involved with the Project:

(Seth Haight 7-20-22)

The website on the project is thefordonmain.com.

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The Annual Colorscape Chenango Festival returns to downtown Norwich in September, spokesperson Roz DeRensis explains:

(Roz DeRensis 7-20-22)

DeRensis said that the full line up of event can be found at colorscape.org.

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Delaware County DPW announced the closure of county Route 37 in the town of Middletown to through traffic starting at 7:00 AM on Monday July 25. Crews will be performing a slope stabilization project, the closure will be between Main Street and Breezy Hill Road, work is expected to be completed by the end of August. The road will be open for one lane traffic controlled by a traffic light, during off-work hours.

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The State Health Department & The CDC remind New Yorkers to stay hydrated during the heat like the region is experiencing currently. Health Experts remind residents to drink plenty of water, avoid energy drinks & alcoholic drinks, more information is available at CDC.gov.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-20-20

Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation which designates U.S. Route 20 as “New York Medal of Honor Highway” and a portion of U.S. Route 20 will be further designated “The Disabled American Veterans – New York Medal of Honor Highway.” U.S. Route 20 is one of the largest highways in the country, spanning coast to coast connecting Newport, Oregon to Boston, Massachusetts.

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The State Department of Health announced the distribution of the Monkeypox vaccine in New York, following an additional allocation of 8,822 doses to New York State from the federal government. The Upstate Counties receiving vaccine doses are centered so far around the Capital District & up to Saratoga County, more information is available at health.ny.gov/monkeypox.

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New York State launched a statewide hotline to provide legal advice to employees experiencing sexual harassment in the workplace. The State Division of Human Rights will operate the hotline, at 1-800-427-2773, where callers will be connected with pro-bono attorneys for advice.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-19-22

by wcdonews Posted on July 19, 2022

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-19-22

The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a narcotics search warrant at 322 Conklin Avenue last week in Binghamton, officers seized Methamphetamine, prescription drugs, Suboxone, a Handgun, & drug packaging materials. Investigators arrested 36-year-old Kenneth Everling and 33-year-old Jamel Nichols on a variety of Drug & Weapons charges, both face court action.

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The State Court of Appeals Chief Judge Janet DiFiore announced she is stepping down at the end of August after serving for 7 years. Governor Kathy Hochul will nominate a replacement, followed by the State Senate confirmation.

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The Chenango River Theatre’s “One Night Stand Series” will continue tonight at the Theater in Greene, with a performance of “WHITE RABBIT, RED RABBIT”. The play will be performed tonight, July 26 and August 2nd at 7:30 pm, Tickets are $14 each, at chenangorivertheatre.org.

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The Otsego County Fair will be coming to the Fairgrounds in Morris in August, spokesperson Lisa Jones told WCDO News about some of the scheduled events:

(Lisa Jones 7-19-22)

The Otsego County Fair runs from August 2nd to the 7th, more information is available at Otsegocountyfair.org or on their Facebook page.

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Bassett Healthcare Network and Dr. Tommy Ibrahim have mutually agreed to an early contract extension after 2 years at the helm. Ibrahim was named Bassett Healthcare Network’s President and Chief Executive Officer on July 13, 2020, after a nationwide search. Dr. Ibrahim’s Contract was originally scheduled to expire in December 2024, his contract has been extended through the end of 2029.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 7-19-22

State Police arrested 28 year old Tyler Burr of Oneonta after he refused to exit his residence for over 23-hours. Troopers went to a home on Emmons Hill Road in the town of Oneonta Saturday night to interview Burr, for his involvement in a theft from Price Chopper on June 20th, Burr aimed a bow and arrow at the troopers then shot in the direction of the troopers. Burr eventually attempted to flee from the residence Sunday evening and was taken into custody. Burr was charged with 4 counts of Menacing a Police Officer, 3 counts of Criminal Mischief, & 3rd degree Burglary, he was processed & transported to the Otsego County Jail to await arraignment. More charges are possible.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held in Sidney today, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the American Legion Post at 22 Union Street, another Blood Drive will be held in Oneonta from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts & Civic Center, 24 Market Street. To book a time to give, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

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Former Prattsville Town Supervisor Kory O’Hara plead guilty to wire fraud in connection with a grant extended to Prattsville in the wake of Hurricane Irene. As Town Supervisor, O’Hara entered into various grant agreements, O’Hara admitted that he obtained false invoices from Moore’s Homes, purporting to reflect construction work performed on O’Hara’s Service Station, which Moore’s Homes did not perform. O’Hara faces up to 20 years in prison; plus post-imprisonment supervised release of up to 3 years; and a maximum fine of $250,000. He will also be required to pay $24,915 in restitution to the State of New York.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-18-22

by wcdonews Posted on July 18, 2022

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-18-22

18 year old Payton Gendron of Conklin was arraigned today on a federal indictment, for the May 14th Mass Shooting at a Buffalo Tops Supermarket that killed 10 & wounded 3 others. Gendron was arraigned on a 27-count indictment which was handed up last week, he could face the federal death penalty for the shooting. Gendron also faces a state charges in addition to the federal indictment.

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Catholic Charities announced another Community Mass Food Distribution, will be held tomorrow in Sidney, spokesperson Penny McKnight comments:

(Penny McKnight 7-18-22)

The Mass Food Distribution will be held at the Sidney Fire Station on River Street starting at 11:00 AM.

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The Chenango United Way will join with the Madison County United Way shortly, following a recent merger plan with the Delaware & Otsego County Chapters. Elizabeth Monaco will be Executive Director of the 4 county chapter going forward, she told WCDO News that this type of merger is becoming necessary:

(Elizabeth Monaco 7-18-22)

Monaco said that after the mergers are all official, a new name for the 4 county United way will be announced early next year.

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The National Weather Service has confirmed that a tornado touched down in Ulster County on Wednesday, July 13, shortly before 9:00PM. Investigators determined that the EF-1 tornado with 90 mile per hour winds touched down 2 miles west of Kingston, near State Route 29, it then moved southeast to just west of the NY State Thruway where it uprooted and snapped trees, displaced a car canopy. Many homes were damaged by fallen trees, thousands lost power from the storm.

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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting tomorrow Morning. The meeting will begin at 7:30 am at the back of Bob’s Diner, chamber members are urged to attend.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-18-22

State Police reported that Route 7 in Oneonta has been reopened, following an incident Sunday. Police said that no injuries were sustained, More details will be released Today as the investigation is still on-going. State Police were on scene for 23 hours at State Route 7 near Emmons Hill Road.

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STATE POLICE reported that In the month of June, members from Troop “C” removed 44 impaired drivers off the roadways. Troop “C” encompasses 7 counties, they had removed 41 impaired drivers the month before.

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State tax receipts totaled $34.4 billion through the first quarter of State Fiscal Year 22-23, exceeding the Division of the Budget’s forecast by $1.7 billion, according to the monthly State Cash Report released by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Some of the increase can be attributed to inflation, The full report can be found at osc.state.ny.us.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 7-15-22

by wcdonews Posted on July 15, 2022

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-15-22

Village of Sidney Police Department responded Thursday night at about 9:50 PM, to a security alarm activation at Smoker’s Choice at 6 Doran Lane, where a burglary was in progress, a suspect has been identified and an arrest is pending. While at Smoker’s Choice, officers received a report of shots fired and a person with a firearm on Union Street at the Maria’s convenience store, Police found no evidence of a discharged firearm, a store employee was checking the business for a break in & legally possessed a firearm, police discovered that a burglary was attempted at Maria’s prior to the Smoker’s Choice burglary. The investigation is ongoing.

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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli reported that the total cost of overtime in 2021 reached an all-time high at more than $924 million, up 8.7% from 2020. Total overtime hours worked at state agencies have increased by 38% since 2012, while the number of employees has declined by more than 10% at 10 major agencies. 66% of the state’s overtime in 2021 came from the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities & the Department of Corrections and the Office of Mental Health.

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The State Health Department reported the latest statistics on the COVID 19 pandemic, and the results of Wednesday’s testing statewide. Over 97,000 New Yorkers were tested Wednesday, with over 9200 positives, the statewide positivity rate is still slightly over 9%. Hospitalizations are back over 2400, with 233 Patients in an ICU bed & 70 on ventilators., there were 14 more deaths in hospitals & nursing homes Wednesday.

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New Yorkers enrolled in SNAP will receive the maximum allowable level of food benefits for July, including those already at the maximum level of benefits. Eligible families will see the extra benefits post between today and Friday, July 22.

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Broome County District Attorney Mike Korchack announced that 38 year old Shandel Terry of Binghamton was sentenced to 10 years in prison today in Broome County Court, following a guilty plea for criminal possession of a controlled substance. Terry was arrested following the execution of a search warrant in March of 2021, Terry possessed crack cocaine & fentanyl with intent to sell. Terry was also sentenced to serve 3 years of post release supervision at the conclusion of his jail term.

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Chenango Arts Council will hold their Kids Summer Art Camp entitled “Summer Cool: Student Theater and Arts”, spokesperson Mary Beth Miller explains:

(Mary Beth Miller 7-15-22)

5 day workshops will be held August 1-5, August 8-12 and August 15-19, session are from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Arts Council in Norwich. Pre-registration is required at ChenangoArts.org or by calling 607-336-2787.

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Chenango County Department of Public Works announced that they will be participating in a paint recycling program year round, spokesman Dustin Hendricks explains:

(Dustin Hendricks 7-15-22)

Hendricks said that the Paint Care program is a state wide recycling program, the paints can be brought to the Chenango County recycling locations any day during normal business hours.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-15-22

Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 25 year old Matthew Fenelon of Brooklyn for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation & a variety of other charges, following an investigation of a Rollover accident in the Town of Franklin July 5th. Deputies reported that the vehicle was operated by Fenelon, he was extricated from the vehicle and transported to a hospital by LifeNet. Deputies found that Fenelon was operating a vehcile with a suspended registration, his driving privileges were also suspended. On July 8th, Deputies made contact with Fenelon after he was released from the hospital & he was arrested & was released on appearance tickets for Town of Franklin Court at a later date.

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Chenango River Theatre will present the “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change” starting today at the Theater in Greene, Spokesman Zach Curtis explains:

(Zach Curtis 6-29-22)

Tickets are $30 at chenangorivertheatre.org or 607-656-8499. Performances are Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 PM with Sunday matinees at 2:00 PM.

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The Unatego Alumni Association will be holding their annual events today & Saturday, Spokesperson Judy Pitel explains:

(Judy Pitel 7-14-22)

More information is available by calling 435-3053.

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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold its “3rd Friday Business & Breakfast” event this morning at the Hamden Inn. Featured speakers are Deborah Roberts and Ivana Guzy of Friends of Recovery of Delaware and Otsego Counties on ways to create recovery-friendly workplaces to eliminate barriers for those impacted by addiction. The event will be from 8:30 to 10:00 AM, more information about this or other Delaware County Chamber events can be found at delawarecounty.org, or by calling 607-746-2281.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 7-14-22

by wcdonews Posted on July 14, 2022

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 7-14-22

The Norwich DRI Local Planning Committee held a meeting Tuesday to announce the local projects that they are seeking funding for, from the State, to make numerous improvement to the City of Norwich. Commerce Chenango President & CEO Kerri Green told WCDO news about some of the projects:

(Kerri Green 7-14-22)

Green said that their proposals in the Norwich Strategic Investment Plan, will be submitted to the state for final Approval, they expect to have the results in the Fall.

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The Boards of Directors for the Chenango United Way and the United Way of Madison County have approved the formal affiliation of their 2 agencies, with the intent to complete an application for merger in the first quarter of 2023. The boards also voted to approve leadership by Chenango United Way’s Executive Director Elizabeth Monaco, Previously, the Chenango United Way affiliated with the United Way of Delaware & Otsego Counties, the affiliated United Ways will serve more than 224,000 people in the 4 county region, a new name for the four-county organization will be announced early next year.

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The Sidney Alumni Association will be holding their annual events throughout this weekend, Spokesman Greg Davie explains:

(Greg Davie 7-14-22)

More information is available at sidneyalumni.org.

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The Village of Otego announced a “Boil Water Advisory Advisory” for all customers of the Otego water system starting today through Saturday. Otego Water customers should boil water before using.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 7-14-22

Governor Kathy Hochul announced $200 million dollars in funding will be made available to revitalize downtown areas across the state. Governor Hochul announced NY Forward, which is a new program aimed at rejuvenating smaller and rural communities, and Round 6 of the state’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative.

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Property tax levy growth will again be capped at 2% for 2023 for local governments that operate on a calendar-based fiscal year, according to State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. This figure affects tax cap calculations for all counties, towns, and fire districts, as well as 44 cities and 13 villages. DiNapoli said given this year’s inflation factor calculation of 7.17%, a majority of New York’s counties, towns and calendar year cities and villages could see cost increases that exceed the amounts they are set to receive in their final round of American Rescue Plan Act funds.

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CDO Workforce announced a recruitment event in Norwich Today. Securitas & GE are teaming up for the event at the CDO Workforce Norwich location at 1 O’Hara Drive from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, appointments can be made at 334-2201.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today in Laurens today from 12:30 to 5:30 PM at the Laurens Fire Department, 34 Main Street. To book an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-13-22

by wcdonews Posted on July 13, 2022

P.M. NEWS Wednesday 7-13-22

The Delhi Police Department responded to the report of a potential Active shooter incident at the Delaware County Courthouse, at about 10:30 this morning, which led to a lock-down & evacuations of downtown businesses and the Delaware Academy, according to Delhi Police Chief Mike Mills:

(Delhi Police Chief Mike Mills 7-13-22)

Chief Mills said that his department received assistance from State Police, Delaware County Sheriff’s Office & SUNY Delhi University Police, he also said that there was no panicking among those who had to clear out the area downtown, The village was re-opened as normal by early this afternoon.

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Governor Kathy Hochul announced the successful implementation of 988 in New York State as the new three-digit number to call or text to be connected to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. All 62 counties in New York State will be covered for the launch of the new 988 Lifeline, which will ensure that anyone with a New York area code contacting 988 will be connected to one of New York’s 988 crisis centers. In 2020, NYS received 142,827 calls, a 13 percent increase in just one year.

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The Tops supermarket store in Buffalo, which was the site of a mass shooting that killed 10 people on May 14th, will reopen to the public this Friday. The store has been closed & underwent extensive renovations since the shooting, 18 year old Payton Gendron of Conklin is being held on 10 counts of 1st-degree murder, 2nd-degree murder as a hate crime and 3 counts of attempted murder as a hate crime, he is being held without bail pending future court action.

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The Susquehanna SPCA is looking to find homes for 12 dogs that would do best in families without small children or other pets. Their “Singles Night: Meet Your One and Only Pet” will be held on Friday from 5:00 to 7:00 at the shelter on State Route 28. More information about adoptable animals at the shelter can be found at sqspca.org/available-animals.

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Tioga Downs Casino Resort President and CEO Jeff Gural has been nominated by President Joe Biden to join his administration, as the chair of the Public Buildings Reform Board. The Board is an independent agency used to identify opportunities for the Federal government to significantly reduce its inventory of civilian real property, which would cut costs. Gural is expected to accept the nomination.

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39 year-old Isaac Anzaroot of Brooklyn was arrested today by the Binghamton Police Warrant Division. Anzaroot is the owner of numerous properties in the city, he was wanted on 12 bench warrants and 2 arrest warrants related to housing code violations & for failing to appear in court to answer those violations. The Binghamton Code Department condemned the First National Bank building at 95 Court due to fire alarm system issues, which forced many of Anzaroot’s tenants to locate elsewhere.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-13-22

The State DOT will be installing a new water main on State Route 7; Main Street in Otego, starting today, to facilitate a pavement, sidewalk and drainage project. Work will result in a short interruption of water service to village residents beginning at 10:00 AM, for about 3 hours.

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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli’s office issued a follow up report on a 2019 audit of the Hancock Fire Department. The audit included recommendations for rental payments, disbursements made by the Treasurer and collections from the clothing organization, ambulance corporation and fundraising activities. Auditors revisited the department this year, the department has had 1 of 10 recommendations implemented, 3 were partially implemented and 6 were not implemented.

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Commerce Chenango & the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring a 5:05 Business After Hours event at Forged Brewery in at 1732 state Route 41 in Coventry today. Registration is available at the Commerce Chenango website events page.

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