WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 6-7-22

by wcdonews Posted on June 7, 2022

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-7-22

New York State has started mailing out homeowner tax rebate checks earlier than originally anticipated, to almost 3 million eligible homeowners. About $2.2 billion in one-time property tax rebates for low and middle-income homeowners are being sent, New Yorkers that are eligible will automatically receive a check by early July, more information is available at tax.ny.gov.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 45-year-old Henry Stellato of Hamden, after Deputies were dispatched to a domestic dispute. Stellato is accused barricading himself inside & not allowing family members to leave the Hamden residence June 2nd, he was armed with a shotgun and made threats to law enforcement. Stellato put down the shotgun and exited the residence, he physically resisted being taken into custody, 1 Special Response Team member was cut by a razor blade Stellato had taped between his fingers. Stellato was charged with Menacing a Police Officer, Assault, 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon & 1 count of Obstructing Governmental Administration, he was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail.

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A Delaware County Health Survey is available for County Residents to fill out & submit, Heather Warner of Delaware County Public Health Explains:

(Heather Warner 5-23-22)

The Deadline to fill out the survey is this Friday, the link to the survey can be found at delawarecountypublichealth.com or the Delaware County Public Health Facebook Page.

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The SUNY Oneonta Alumni Association will host the annual Alumni Weekend This Friday through Sunday. This is the first in-person weekend since 2019, due to the pandemic, 500 alumni and friends have already registered. Activities include the Cans ‘n Clams Picnic, a nature hike, a Brooks’ Barbecue lunch, and a cornhole tournament, there will be awards ceremonies for the Athletic Hall of Fame, Alumni of Distinction, and the Alumni Association Annual Award winners. For more information email britney.liddell@oneonta.edu.

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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli announced a follow up to an audit of the Village of Delhi. Auditors issued a report in January 2020 identifying areas of improvement related to disbursements, including payroll. In a follow-up review, auditors found the village has made progress in implementing a corrective action, with 2 out of the 3 recommendations fully implemented and the 3rd partially implemented.

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Governor Kathy Hochul issued a proclamation on Saturday, June 4 to schedule special elections to fill vacancies in the U.S. House of Representatives in the 19th & 23rd Districts. The special elections will be held Tuesday, August 23, on the same day as the New York Congressional Primaries. The 19th District was vacated when Antonio Delgado accepted the position of Lieutenant Governor, replacing Brian Benjamin who was arrested on federal corruption charges, the 23rd was vacated by the resignation of Tom Reed, who was accused of sexual harassment.

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A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-7-22

Broome County District Attorney’s office announced that 21 year old Brandon Carlson of Endwell pleaded guilty to vehicular assault, operating a motor vehicle while impaired causing injury, attempted criminal possession of stolen property, aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle & driving while ability impaired by drugs. Carlson was arrested after he stole a pickup truck and led state police on a high-speed chase, Carlson struck another vehicle that resulted in serious physical injury to the other driver. Carlson was under the influence of methamphetamine at the time of the crash. Carlson is expected to be sentenced to 2 1.3 to 7 years on prison when sentenced in September.

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More than 80 people were displaced last weekend at a Norwich, after money from the Family Enrichment that paid for them to stay in a Super 8 motel, ran out. Many of the people have mental health issues, drug addictions or are registered sex offenders, The City of Norwich & Chenango County have a short-term housing plans for those displaced, a meeting of City officials was called over the weekend to finding other temporary options for those displaced.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 6-6-22

by wcdonews Posted on June 6, 2022

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-6-22

Governor Hochul today signed a 10 bill package to strengthen New York’s Gun Laws:

(Hochul 6-6-22)

The laws close Loopholes that were exposed by the Buffalo Supermarket shooting, bars the purchase of Semiautomatic Rifles by anyone Under 21 by Requiring a License, Prohibits the purchase of Body Armor with Exception of Those in Specified Professions, Requires Microstamping of New Semiautomatic Pistols; Eliminates Grandfathering of High-Capacity Feeding Devices; Requires Social Media Companies to Improve Response to and Reporting of Hateful Content .

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State Assembly & Senate ended their 2022 sessions Saturday to take up remaining bills. Lawmakers passed the Green CHIPS bill, which would incentivize semiconductor manufacturers to build new factories in New York State and Alyssa’s law, which would require school district safety teams to consider the installation of a panic alarm system to silently alert law enforcement in the event of a life threatening or emergency situation. Alyssa’s Law now heads to the governor’s desk.

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Binghamton Police are investigating the report of a body found in a creek by a passerby Thursday Morning near Bayless Avenue. 64 year old Debra Scott of Johnson City was found in the creek by the town & city Binghamton lines, An autopsy was conducted and the cause of death has not yet been determined.

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State Police are reminding motorists to follow New York’s “Move Over Law” Following an accident on I-81 Sunday. Police said that a Trooper had pulled over to the side of the highway to remove debris in the road, when the patrol car was hit from behind. There were no injuries, the Patrol vehicle was destroyed.

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A 6th meeting of the Norwich Downtown Revitalization Initiative Local Planning Committee will be held on Tuesday, June 14th at 3:00 PM in person in the Community Room of Commerce Chenango at 15 South Broad Street, Norwich. The purpose of this meeting is to continue the committee’s discussion and review of potential projects for inclusion in Norwich’s Strategic Investment Plan. The meeting is open to all members of the public, with time reserved at the end of the meeting for public comment, the meeting will also be available through ZOOM.

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The annual Chenango County Airport Day at the Eaton Airport in Norwich is returning this Saturday, after missing 2 years due to the COVID 19 Pandemic. The event starts with a Fly-In Breakfast, it will run from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-6-22

Governor Hochul reported that the Statewide 7-Day Average COVID 19 Case Rate Has Dropped 58% since the recent high levels, hospital Admissions were Down 20% & 25 Counties are now Considered “Low” on the CDC Community Spread Map. Over 128,000 were tested Saturday, with over 7800 Positive, for a positivity rate down to 5.6%, Patient Hospitalization decreased to 2,332, New deaths reported by healthcare facilities was 22.

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State Health Commissioner Dr. Mary T. Bassett announced that the adult cigarette smoking rate in New York State achieved a new low of 12% in 2020, lower than the U.S. average of 15.5 percent. Among young adults, ages 18 to 24, the smoking rate is even lower, at 5.5%.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 6-3-22

by wcdonews Posted on June 3, 2022

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-3-22

Norwich Police Chief Rodney Marsh and Norwich Fire Chief Jan Papelino will be meeting with the public on Saturday in Downtown Norwich. Both will be at Deja Brew from 9:00 to 11:00 AM for a “Coffee with the Chiefs” event.

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Starting Monday, June 6,, NYSDOT will be conducting single lane closures on State Route 28 between Lewis Rd and Turnpike Rd in the Town of Meredith to facilitate a shoulder-widening safety project. Alternating one-way traffic will be controlled by temporary traffic signals 24/7 through mid-August. At that time, the alternating closure zone will move south on NY-28 and is scheduled to last through Mid-October. The scope of this next closure is yet to be determined. A new Travel Advisory will be issued as the time approaches.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 37-year-old Douglas Ostrander of Roseboom for 1st degree Rape, Predatory sexual assault against a child, course of sexual conduct, criminal sex act & Endangering the welfare of a child, the alleged sexual abuse happened in the towns of Milford, Cherry Valley and Roseboom. Ostrander was remanded to the Otsego County jail on $25,000 cash bail or $250,000 bond.

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Unadilla Chamber Dinner dinner will be held this Sunday, Spokesperson Linda Bickos explains:

(Linda Bickos 6-3-22)

The event this year is being held Sunday at the Far View Farm on Rod & Gun Club Road.

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This Sunday, The Sidney Rotary Club & The Cullman Child Development Center present the 1st of 4 events for Children through the Summer Months. Rotary Spokesman Larry Halbert told WCDO News about some of the interactive exhibits for children at Sunday’s event, spokesman Larry Halbert explains:

(Larry Halbert 6-3-22)

The “You Can Do It” event swill be held this Sunday from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at Sidney American Legion on Union Street.

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Binghamton’s annual Spiedie Fest and Balloon Rally will return to August this year in Otsiningo Park. The 2022 Spiedie Fest and Balloon Rally will begin on Friday, August 5, continuing through the weekend. The festival’s concerts will feature new performers this year, including Brian Kelley of Florida Georgia Line, Lou Gramm, formerly of Foreigner and Gary Levox of Rascal Flats. Tickets 7 More information is available at spiediefest.com.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-3-22

State Police updated information on Wednesday’s head-on collision involving an SUV and a Trailways bus on State Highway 23 in the town of Davenport. The only occupant of the SUV, was 65-year-old Diane Bevins of Stamford, she was pronounced deceased on the scene. The driver of the bus, 44-year-old Joanna Reedman of Astoria, and a passenger, 59-year-old Aris Vavasis of Hartwick were transported to Bassett Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries, 3 other passengers were not injured, the investigation is on-going.

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New York’s legislature passed legislation banning anyone under age 21 from buying or possessing a semi-automatic rifle. New York already requires people to be 21 to possess a handgun. Younger people would still be allowed to have other types of rifles and shotguns. The bill would also require anyone buying a semiautomatic rifle to get a license, the legislation heads to Governor Hochul’s desk for approval.

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Delaware County Public Health will be conducting a Car Seat Event today at the Sidney Head Start at the Civic Center. Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be on hand from 12:00 to 2:00 PM to check car seats and give instruction to parents and caregivers on proper car seat installation and use. For more details about this event call Delaware County Public Health at 607-832-5200.

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American Red Cross Blood drives are continuing, as blood supplies remain low. A Blood Drive is being held today in Oneonta from 12:00 Noon until 4:00 PM at the American Legion at 279 Chestnut Street, to make an appointment, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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Village of Sidney announced that there will be Water shut offs this afternoon due an emergency repair from 1:00pm – 3:00pm. Water will be shut off From Pleasant Street to Main Street on Bridge Street, From Clinton Street to Main Street on River Street, & on Main Street from Cartwright Ave to Bridge Street.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 6-2-22

by wcdonews Posted on June 2, 2022

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 6-2-22

State Police announced that 1 person was arrested during an Underage Drinking Initiative in Chenango and Otsego Counties. The initiative took place on May 28th & Alcohol was sold to a minor at Smithville General Store in Smithville Flats. An appearance ticket was issued to the clerk who sold alcohol to the minor. Other businesses were in in South Otselic, Norwich, Oxford, Greene & Morris.

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Sidney Federal Credit Union awarded $10,000 in scholarships to selected graduating members this year, Vice President Sales and Marketing Andrew Smith explains:

(Andrew Smith 6-2-22)

SFCU Scholarship recipients were Kayla Houck of Downsville, Hannah Sulas of Schenevus, Sariah Vesterfelt & Christina Ritter of Walton, Autumn Madugno of Bainbridge-Guilford, Zoe Gifford of Deposit, Anna Dewey of Sidney, Madison Felter of Hancock & Sebastian Quarella and Skyler Nowalk of Greene.

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Development Chenango Corporation announced the next phase of the ‘Hotel Norwich’ initiative. Last year, Development Chenango purchased 14 to 16 South Broad Street, Norwich, for the purpose of developing a boutique hotel. Development Chenango sent out a formal “Request for Qualifications” to identify a developer and operator, the DCC Board of Directors awarded the project to Mike and Dan O’Reilly, owners of Principle Design Engineering, they have 1 year to secure the funding necessary to get the project started.

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Delaware County Board of Elections reminds county voters to Register to vote for the June 28th Primary Election, tomorrow June 3rd is the last day to register in person or postmark a registration form for the June 28th Primary Election. Republican and Democratic Parties have primaries for Governor this year. Registration forms and applications for absentee ballots may be found online at delcony.us, call 607-832-5321 or stop in at 3 Gallant Avenue in Delhi. Delhi NY.

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The 73rd annual Sherburne Pageant of Bands takes place today through Saturday. Over 30 school districts are scheduled to participate in Saturday’s main event on main Street in Sherburne at 1:00 PM.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 6-2-22

18-year-old Payton Gendron of Conklin was charged Wednesday by an Erie County Grand Jury with domestic terrorism motivated by hate and 10 counts of 1st-degree murder. Gendron has been in custody since the May 14th shooting at a Buffalo TOPS Supermarket, the 25-count indictment also contains charges of murder and attempted murder as a hate crime and weapons possession.

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State Police responded to a report of a head-on collision involving an SUV and a Trailways bus on State Highway 23 in the town of Davenport. The only occupant of the SUV, a 65-year-old woman of Stamford, was pronounced deceased on scene. Her name is being withheld pending notifications to family. 5 people were on the bus, the driver is a 44-year-old woman of Astoria, and passenger who is a 59-year-old female of Hartwick were transported to Bassett Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. 3 other passengers were not injured, The investigation is on-going.

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A law introduced after the murder of Utica teen Bianca Devins has passed in the State Senate and Assembly. Bianca’s Law would create criminal and civil penalties for disseminating personal images of crime victims. In 2019, Bianca Devins was murdered by Brandon Clark in Utica, he posted photos of her body on social media, which were spread on various platforms and sent directly to members of her family. The law is headed to Governor Hochul’s desk for approval..

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will host their Annual Dinner & Awards Ceremony tonight, with 3 awards to be given out, Chamber President Teri Schunk comments:

(Teri Schunk 6-2-22)

This year’s Organization of the Year award goes to the Sidney Alumni Association, Spokesman Brian Innes commented:

(Brian Innes 6-2-22)

Chamber President Teri Schunk was chosen as the Citizen of the Years, the Business of the Years award goes to Gavin’s Pizza. The Annual Dinner will be held at the Sidney Fire Hall on River street starting at 5:00 PM.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-1-22

by wcdonews Posted on June 1, 2022

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-1-22

Governor Hochul & Legislative Leaders announced that 10 bills have been introduced to tighten New York’s gun laws, close loopholes and directly address the gaps in our laws exposed by the shootings in Buffalo, Texas, and around the country. The bills would require information sharing between state, local and federal agencies when guns are used in crimes; make threatening mass harm a crime; require micro-stamping for new guns; prohibit the purchase of body armor for anyone not in an eligible profession & strengthen the Red Flag law by expanding the list of people who can file for Extreme Risk Protection Orders.

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New York’s mobile sports wagering has generated over $267 million since January. New York has collected more in sports wagering revenue in five months than the total revenue any other state has generated over several years.

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The Raymond Corporation announced today that they will be celebrating their 100th Anniversary on June 14th at their facility in Greene. The the ceremonies will include the unveiling of an interactive museum style exhibit in the main lobby, more information is available at raymondcorp.com

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The Arc Otsego has been awarded $47,842 in grants from the Trustee Management Board of state ARC Trust Services to support several programs. More information about the Arc Otsego Guardianship and Fit and Fun Grants, is available by calling 433-8417.

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SUNY Oneonta students donated a record amount of food to The Lord’s Table on Elm Street in Oneonta. With the donations, The Lord’s Table and food pantry is well stocked to serve meals throughout the summer months & beyond, the amount donated was approximately $6,700 worth of nonperishable food items.

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Delaware County Public Health announced a free special event on June 16th at SUNY Delhi; “Not My Kid: 21 Steps to Violence Prevention in Children & Emerging adults with Special Health Care Needs, with guest Speaker Mary Muscari, DCPH Spokesperson Stacy Greene explains:

(Stacey Green 6-1-22)

More information about the program is available at 832-5200.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-1-22

The State Health Department reported that the Statewide 7-Day Average Case Rate for COVID 19 has Dropped every day for the last 2 weeks, back to the lowest levels since April 28th, across all regions of the state. More Than 80 Million Over-The-Counter COVID-19 Tests have been distributed To New Yorkers & there were 26 Statewide Deaths Reported Yesterday

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Taxes on motor fuel and highway diesel motor fuel are suspended today through December 31st. The State Department of Taxation & Finance announced that excise tax, prepaid sales tax, and state sales and use taxes are suspended, Local sales and use taxes are not suspended except where local legislative bodies voted to suspend their tax also. Several jurisdictions have elected to change their sales tax rate effective, today, the list of counties & municipalities that have dropped their portion of the gas tax can be found at tax.ny.gov.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold their Annual Meeting this morning at 8:00 AM at the Sidney Golf & Country Club, members & Directors are urged to attend.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 5-31-22

by wcdonews Posted on May 31, 2022

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-31-22

Oneonta Police are investigating the murder of a 24-year-old Kaleb O’Neill of Oneonta Monday. Oneonta Police Department received a 911 call of a male being stabbed in the alleyway of 6 Dietz Street, O’Neill had multiple stab wounds, 1st responders administered aid, he was transported to A.O. Fox Hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased. State Police Forensic Identification Unit and canine unit were called to the scene and an attempt to locate the suspects was undertaken but revealed no other information. The case remains under investigation by the Oneonta Police Department & State Police BCI & Major Crimes Unit. Anyone with additional information is asked to contact the Oneonta Police Detective Division at (607) 432-1111.

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State Police responded to a report of a motorcycle that crashed on I-81 Friday. A trooper located a Harley Davidson that had crashed into a guide-rail in the town of Marathon. The operator, 44 year old Daniel McPhillips of Throop, Pennsylvania was later located deceased, The investigation is on-going.

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This year is the 250th Anniversary of the Village of Sidney, with a 2 day celebrations Friday June 10th & Saturday June 11th. Sidney Chamber of Commerce President Teri Schunk Told WCDO News about Saturday’s festivities:

(Teri Schunk 5-31-22)

Also on Saturday Chuck & Bob D’Imperio will conduct walking tours downtown, to sign up email to upstatebooks@Yahoo.com, following the parade in Keith Clark Park will be a variety of activities plus food & music.

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The U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development announced grants for the cities of Oneonta & Norwich. The Oneonta Housing Authority receives over $293,000 & The Norwich Housing Authority receives over $299,000, the funding is part of 3.2 Billion dollars in funding to over 2800 Housing Authorities across the country to develop, finance or modernize Public housing.

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THE 60TH GENERAL CLINTON CANOE REGATTA WAS HELD OVER THE MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND WITH PARTICIPATION FROM 28 STATES AND CANADA. THE WEEKEND EVENT FEATURED OVER 800 CANOE RACERS OF ALL AGES INCLUDING THE FAMOUS 70 MILE ENDURANCES FROM COOPERSTOWN TO BAINBRIDGE. IN THE TWO PERSON PRO RACE, STEVE LAJOIE FROM QUEBEC AND MIKE DAVIS FROM MICHIGAN TOOK FIRST PLACE HONORS. IT WAS LAJOIE’S 11TH REGATTA VICTORY AND DAVIS’ FIRST WIN. FIRST TIME REGATTA PADDLER, JAKE CROTSER FROM ONEONTA AND HIS PARTNER MATT MEERSMAN FROM INDIANA WERE 6TH OVERALL. CROTSER SPOKE WITH CRAIG STEVENS AFTER THE RACE…

(NEWS REGATTA 2022-JAKE CROTSER)

REBECCA DAVIS FROM MICHIGAN PADDLED WITH 6 TIME PRO WINNER NORMAN MAINGUY FROM QUEBEC AND TALKED ABOUT HOW THEY COMMUNICATED, SINCE MAINGUY DOESN’T SPEAK ENGLISH.

(NEWS REGATTA 2022-REBECCA DAVIS)

DAVIS AND MAINGUY WERE 10TH OVERALL IN THE 49 TEAM FIELD AND THE FIRST MIXED TEAM TO CROSS THE FINISH LINE. REBECCA IS THE DAUGHTER OF LONGTIME MICHIGAN PADDLERS BRUCE AND ROXANNE BARTON. NORMAND HAS WON THE CLINTON PRO CLASS 6 TIMES WITH ALL TIME REGATTA CHAMPION SERGE CORBIN. CORBIN HAS 28 WINS AT THE CLINTON.

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THE 60TH RUNNING OF THE GENERAL CLINTON CANOE REGATTA WAS HELD THIS PAST MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND. OVER 800 CANOE RACERS FROM 28 STATES AND CANADA PARTICIPATED IN THE REGATTA INCLUDING THE FAMOUS 70 MILER, WORLD’S LONGEST ONE DAY FLAT WATER RIVER RACE. TED KENYON FROM CONNECTICUT TOOK FIRST PLACE IN THE ONE MAN AMATUER 50 YEARS AND OLDER DIVISION WITH A TIME OF 9 HOURS 10 MINUTES AND 31 SECONDS. HE TOLD WCDO HOW MUCH HE AND OTHER PADDLERS MISSED THE RACE THE LAST TWO YEARS.

(NEWS REGATTA 2022-TED KENYON)

4 PADDLERS WERE INDUCTED INTO THE REGATTA HALL OF FAME INCLUDING 10 TIME REGATTA WINNER, ANDY TRIEBOLD FROM MICHIGAN, 32 TIME FINISHER BOB VINCENT FROM ONTARIO,CANADA, 100 YEAR OLD MIKE FREMONT FROM OHIO AND LOCAL 21 HUNDRED MILE CLUB MEMBER, JOHN YOUNG FROM RICHMONDVILLE. TWO CONTRIBUTORS WERE ALSO VOTED IN. THEY INCLUDED PAST REGATTA CHAIRMAN AND VOLUNTEER, ED HROMADA POSTHUMOUSLY AND 13 TIME REGATTA CHAIRMAN, JOHN HARMON.

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A.M. NEWS Tuesday 5-31-22

THE 60TH RUNNING OF THE GENERAL CLINTON CANOE REGATTA WAS HELD OVER THE WEEKEND WITH OVER 800 CANOE RACERS ON THE SUSQUEHANNA RIVER. THIS YEAR’S 70 MILE ENDURANCE RACES WERE HELD ON SUNDAY AND FEATURED PADDLERS FROM 28 STATES AND CANADA. WCDO’S CRAIG STEVENS SPOKE WITH LONG TIME PADDLERS GARY APREA FROM AUSTERLITZ NEW YORK AND GLORIA WESLEY FROM MASSACHUSETTS, 2 OF THE MEMBERS OF THIS YEAR’S FIRST PLACE 4 PERSON PRO RACE…

(NEWS REGATTA 2022-GLORIA & GARY)

THEY BEAT THE 2ND PLACE CANOE BY 3 MINUTES AND 33 SECONDS. GARY WAS INDUCTED INTO THE REGATTA HALL OF FAME IN 2014 AND THIS YEAR MARKED HIS 44TH REGATTA FINISH. IN THE 70 MILE ONE PERSON PRO RACE, BEN SCHLIMMER FROM CAMILLUS, NEW YORK TOOK TOP HONORS FINISHING THE RACE IN 8 HOURS 41 MINUTES AND 12 SECONDS. SCHLIMMER TALKED ABOUT THE LOW WATER LEVELS THIS YEAR.

(NEWS REGATTA 2022-BEN SCHLIMMER)

2ND PLACE C1 PRO, KEVIN OLSON FROM FLORIDA CROSSED THE FINISH LINE 10 MINUTES BEHIND SCHLIMMER AND SAID BEN IS AT ANOTHER LEVEL…

(NEWS REGATTA 2022-KEVIN OLSON)

KEVIN’S FATHER, RICK OLSON HAS RACED THE CLINTON OVER 30 TIMES AND WAS INDUCTED INTO THE HALL OF FAME IN 2019.

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THE 60TH GENERAL CLINTON CANOE REGATTA WAS HELD OVER THE MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND . SCOUT, YOUTH, SPRINT, AND RELAY RACERS COMPETED ON SATURDAY AND THE FAMOUS 70 MILE ENDURANCE RACES FROM COOPERSTOWN TO BAINBRIDGE WERE HELD ON SUNDAY. OVER 800 PADDLERS FROM 28 STATES AND CANADA COMPETED. IN THE TWO PERSON PRO RACE, CANADA’S STEVE LAJIOE WON HIS 11TH CLINTON WITH PARTNER, MICHAEL DAVIS FROM MICHIGAN. THEY SPOKE WITH CRAIG STEVENS AFTER THE RACE…

(NEWS REGATTA 2022-LAJOIE & DAVIS)

THIS YEAR’S TWO PERSON PRO RACE FEATURED ONE OF THE BIGGEST FIELDS IN THE LAST TWENTY YEARS WITH 49 TEAMS AND SOME OF THE BIGGEST NAMES IN CANOE RACING COMPETING FOR THE 3 THOUSAND DOLLAR PRIZE. LOCAL TOP TEN PRO FINISHERS INCLUDED JAKE CROTSER FROM ONEONTA AND HIS PARTNER, MATT MEERSMAN FROM INDIANA IN 6TH PLACE AND RYAN ZAVERAL FROM UNADILLA WITH HIS PARTNER, PATRICK MADDEN FROM SCOTIA, NEW YORK IN 9TH PLACE.

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State Police arrested 21 year old Joseph Hayes of Middletown and 26 year old Cory Bartley of Fleischmanns for breaking a window at a synagogue in Fleischmanns, May 20th. Hayes and Bartley entered synagogue property, and Hayes threw a large rock at the building, breaking a window. Bartley also threw a rock at the building, which did not cause any damage. Hayes is charged with criminal mischief, criminal trespass, Bartley is charged with criminal mischief, Troopers issued both men appearance tickets returnable to Middletown town court on June 23.

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Delaware County Public Health will hold a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For dogs, cats and ferrets today from 6:45PM to 7:45PM at Hancock Town Hall. For questions or more information call 607-832-5200 or see our website www.delawarecountypublichealth.com

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Fire fighters in Oneonta responded to a fire at 36 High Street Saturday. The Fire caused extensive damage to the rear of the building, all occupants safely evacuated, the cause of the fire is under investigation.

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Firefighters from Unadilla & Wells Bridge responded to a fire at 184 Merriman Hill Road Sunday. The fire was confined to a garage, no injuries were reported & the investigation is continuing.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 5-27-22

by wcdonews Posted on May 27, 2022

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-27-22

Governor Hochul announced that temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on New York State highways will be suspended today through Tuesday, May 31, to ease travel throughout Memorial Day weekend. Some work may continue behind permanent concrete barriers or in cases of Emergency,

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NYSEG & Rochester Gas and Electric announced plans to increase rates, in order to continue to switch over to clean energy resources and update their facilities. The “Reliable Energy NY” plan proposes a rate structure that would add $10-18 to the average electric or gas residential customer’s monthly, which is a 13 to 22% increase on each bill. The new rates are proposed to into effect on May 1, 2023, they must get approval from the Department of Public Service before implementing a rate increase.

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The Rolling Antiquers Annual Antique Auto Show & Flea Market will beheld Saturday & Sunday at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich. Each Days show runs from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with Hundreds of show cars, motorcycles, tractors, antique engines & military vehicles scheduled to be on display. More information is available at raocc.org.

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Sidney Police Department arrested a Springfield Center woman for several charges during a traffic stop, after an officer observed a vehicle with an expired inspection sticker. The officer attempted a traffic stop, before the officer could exit the vehicle, the suspect took off. The officer pursued the vehicle onto I-88, the suspect stopped, put the vehicle in reverse and backed into the officer’s vehicle, & left again. A 2nd officer joined the pursuit, & eventually, police arrested 19 year old Isabella Lepetich, who was charged with Driving while ability impaired by drugs, Operating without inspection, Illegal signal from parked position & Failure to obey a police officer. Lepetich was arraigned in Village of Sidney Court & was released & was ordered to appear in court at a later date. The investigation is still on going and more charges are expected to be filed.

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The Resilient Sidney Open House drew about 35 to 40 village residents to the Civic Center yesterday for a look at prospective projects for Areas of Keith Clark Park & where Housing was taken down from flood damage. Sidney Village Mayor Andy Matviak told WCDO News what is next:

(Andy Matviak 5-27-22)

More information is available at the possible projects at resilient-sidney.com.

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A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-27-22

The General Clinton Canoe Regatta festivities begins tonight with the Generation Gap Races, youth races & activity at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge, Regatta Chairman John Harmon said that the biggest change this year, is having no activities on Monday, Memorial Day:

(John Harmon 5-27-22)

Harmon said that they are expecting a large turnout this year, after being shut down the last 2 years from the COVID 19 pandemic.

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Today & tomorrow, Sidney Central School District Alumni will join retiring band director Gregg Norris on stage for 2 evenings of music. Both concerts begin at 7:00 pm in the Sidney High School Auditorium and are free and open to the public. Tonight’s concert will highlight the regionally known jazz program, Saturday evening will feature the Concert Band program. Sidney Alumni from as far back as 1973 are scheduled to participate.

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The National Baseball Hall of Fame Classic returns for the 12th edition Saturday at Doubleday Field in Cooperstown. 7 Hall of Famers will be joined by players representing all 30 Major League Baseball teams, for the 7-inning legends game. Tickets will be available for purchase at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum’s Ticket Booth today and at the Doubleday Field Will Call tent beginning at 9:00 AM Saturday.

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The American Red Cross Continues to schedule Blood Drives as supplies are expected to remain low through the upcoming summer months. A Blood Drive will be held in Delhi today from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Delhi Alliance Church, to schedule an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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The Annual Dedication will be held tomorrow morning for the Sidney Veteran’s Memorial Park, will be held at the Sidney Elks Lodge at 11:00 AM, it was moved due to expected inclement weather. Organizer Tom Ruff is also organizing a Golf Fundraiser on June 11th at the Sidney Golf Club, to help fund future improvements and upgrades to the Memorial Park, more details are available by calling Ruff at 518-256-7899.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 5-26-22

by wcdonews Posted on May 26, 2022

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-26-22

State Police Will be out in full force over the Holiday weekend with patrols on the highways, watching for drunk drivers, districated drivers and others failing to obey the laws, Troop C Major Jeffrey VanAuken comments:

(Major VanAuken 5-26-22)

Major VanAuken said that the state highways are also busy on the Memorial Day Weekends, which is the unofficial kick off of the summer driving season.

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State Police responded to State Route 23 in the town of Davenport at about 4:00 this morning, for a report of a tractor trailer vs. passenger vehicle collision. As a result of the head on collision, a 43-year-old female passenger of the van was pronounced deceased at the scene. The operator of the passenger vehicle was transported by helicopter to a hospital with leg and pelvis injuries. The operator of the tractor trailer suffered minor injuries. The investigation is ongoing.

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The Village of Sidney is hosting a Resilient Sidney Open House at the Civic Center from 4:00 to 7:00 PM today, regarding future plans to deal with land near the Susquehanna River and areas damaged by the Floods of 2006 & 2011, Village Mayor Andy Matviak explains:

(Andy Matviak 5-26-22)

Village Grants Administrator John Redente encouraged people to attend the Open House to see what can be done to those areas, based on public input:

(John Redente 5-26-22)

Details on various proposed projects can be found at resilient-Sidney.

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The State University of New York needs to make sure its campuses are upholding in-state residency requirements so that only eligible students receive the benefit of a lower tuition, according to an audit by Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. The audit found that many campuses had little or no verification of residency for SUNY graduate students, resulting in tuition undercharging. Auditors randomly sampled 1,207 graduate student application assessments from the 7 campuses, the problem was confined to 4 schools, including SUNY Binghamton, The sample translates to a potential $1.3 million in tuition undercharges. The full report can be found at osc.state.ny.us.

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Deposit Officials announced that a drainage improvement project is underway, resulting in detouring through traffic on 2nd Street between Church and Dean Streets for over a month. The road is expected to re-open July 1st, local traffic is allowed for residents to get to their homes but a signed detour will be in place for the duration of the project for non-local traffic. More information is available at (607) 778-2470.

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A.M. News Thursday 5-26-22

Former area Congressman Antonio Delgado Was sworn in Wednesday as New York’s lieutenant governor, The role was previously held by Brian Benjamin, who resigned following his arrest in April for federal corruption charges, Delgado will also be governor Kathy Hochul’s running mate in this year’s gubernatorial election.

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Governor Kathy Hochul convened an emergency meeting with State Police, to discuss additional ways to protect schools, following the latest school mass shooting in Texas on Tuesday. Hochul said that State Police will increase patrols and conduct daily check-ins at schools. Hochul said that since forming the Interstate Gun Task Force, State Police have seized 60% more guns per month than before the Task Force was formed, this year, State Police have seized over 4,100 illegal firearms.

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The State DEC has released proposed Regulations that will prevent County Solid Waste Management Departments from building new or expanding existing landfills, Delaware County Department of Public Works Commissioner Sue McIntyre told WCDO News that the proposal is not doable:

(Sue McIntyre 5-26-22)

McIntyre said that Delaware County has been progressive with Composting & recycling programs removing more than 50% of items out of the waste Stream & these regulations will still make it difficult for them even to deal with future garbage from Delaware County residents.

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