WCDO NEWS MONDAY 3-21-22

by wcdonews Posted on March 21, 2022

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-21-22

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the State Liquor Authority is now accepting applications for new permits to allow craft beverage manufacturing businesses the ability to manufacture and sell alcoholic beverages while their liquor license is pending. These new permits can generally be processed and approved in less than 30 days, compared to applications for new licenses that currently take an average of six months, expediting the time it takes to open a new craft beverage manufacturing businesses throughout the state.

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The State Health Department is warning New Yorkers about a potentially deadly virus found in ticks in New York State. This year, Ticks may carry the Heartland virus, which causes symptoms in humans such as fever, nausea, diarrhea, joint pain, and low white blood cells. The State Health Department reports that in tick-infested areas, avoid contact with soil, leaf litter and vegetation, Wear light-colored clothing with a tight weave, Wear enclosed shoes, long pants and a long-sleeved shirt. Consider using insect repellent, Avoid contacting vegetation & Avoid sitting directly on the ground or on stone walls.

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The Joint Commission on Public Ethics passed a motion Friday that orders former governor Andrew Cuomo to repay royalties from his book deal. The move is the second time the commission has ordered Cuomo to repay his earnings from the book, “American Crisis: Leadership Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic.” JCOPE gave Cuomo approval to write the book in July 2020, he earned $5.1 million from the book, but an investigation by the State Assembly found that the book was written in part by state employees during their off-hours. Following the investigation, JCOPE rescinded the book’s approval. Cuomo’s team denied the allegations.

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Beginning April 1st, the State DEC will be adopting changes to fishing regulations that will make fishing easier for New Yorkers. Changes include year-round fishing for Atlantic salmon as well as other lake and pond fish. Ice fishing will also be permitted on all waters, except for a few limitations. There are also new season opening dates for several species of fish, as well as changes to harvest sizes. The full list is available on the DEC’s website.

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The Sidney United Way finished a successful fundraising campaign, spokesman Ray Baker told WCDO News how they did:

(Ray Baker 3-21-22)

More information about the United way is available at sidneyunitedway.org.

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After a 2 year absence, The National Baseball Hall of Fame announces the return of the 2022 Hall of Fame Classic, scheduled for Saturday, May 28th at Doubleday Field. Hall of Fame members Wade Boggs, Fergie Jenkins, Jack Morris, Tim Raines and Ted Simmons will be joined by at least one additional Hall of Famer as well as recently retired players representing all 30 major league teams for a seven-inning legends game at Cooperstown’s historic Doubleday Field. Tickets are available via phone at 1-888-325-0470 or by a link at baseballhall.org. The schedule features a pre-game Home Run Contest at noon, followed by the first pitch at 1:05 p.m.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-21-22

The State Health Department reported that 119,475 were tested for COVID 19 with 2,013 positives on Saturday, for a positivity rate of 1.68%. Patient Hospitalization are down to 900 statewide, with 159 ICU Patients, with 77 on a ventilators. New deaths reported by healthcare facilities was 12

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Delaware County Public Health reported 47 new cases of COVID 10 for the week of March 12th through the 18th. The County has had 15 deaths attributed to the virus since January 1st.

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Governor Kathy Hochul wants to expand the number of bail-eligible crimes, and give judges more discretion to consider the criminal history of those accused of serious felonies. Bail reform may be be modified in the state budget, which is due on April 1st.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 3-18-22

by wcdonews Posted on March 18, 2022

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-18-22

New York will distribute more than 20 million over-the-counter COVID-19 tests statewide through the spring. The state will also continue providing test kits to nursing homes, adult care facilities and schools, including one million tests to upstate schools through the end of the school year. Currently, the state has the COVID positivity rate down to about 1.5%, health officials are keeping an eye on the BA-2 strain, which has been reported in small number so far in several states.

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The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office swore in K9 Edge this week. Edge is a Dutch Shepard, training is underway, he will be used for explosives detection, patrol and tracking.

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The State Senate passed a bill this week to suspend the state Gas tax from May 1st to the end of the year. The State Assembly has not tackeled the bill yet, state Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie said that he supports the measure & Governor Kathy Hochul’s office said that she would sign the bill should it make it to her desk. New Yorkers pay 66.6 cents in taxes on a gallon of gas, State gas taxes are 48.2 cents a gallon.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-18-22

Norwich St. Baldrick’s annual head shaving fundraiser to fight childhood cancers will again be a virtual event this Saturday, Event Organizer Jamie Burchill told WCDO News how the virtual event will work:

(Jamie Burchill 3-18-22)

Burchill said that last year’s event in Norwich, despite being a virtual event, raised a record $38,315, those wishing to participate can go to Stbaldricks.org/events/Norwich2022.

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The Out of The Woodwork Players will be presenting the comedy “Always A Bridesmaid” at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater March 18th, 19th & 20th, Players Spokesperson Denise Marshal explains:

(Denise Marshall 3-4-22)

The Show will be at 7:30 Friday & Saturday Nights & 2:00 Pm Sunday, tickets will be available at the door, they can also be reserved by calling 563-2582.

COMMUNITY CULTURAL CENTER at 1 BRIDGE Street in Sidney presents SPRING CONCERT SERIES featuring Will & Friends featuring special guest Jami Novak saturday Night at 8:00 PM. Tickets are $8.00 presale, $10.00 at the door, More information is available at 607-604-4584.

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Governor Kathy Hochul announced that nearly 29,000 small and micro businesses throughout New York State have been awarded over $500 million in grant funds through the COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program. The program was created to provide flexible grant assistance to small businesses, micro-businesses and for-profit independent arts and cultural organizations who have experienced economic hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 98% of Awards Have Gone to Businesses with Fewer than 10 Employees and 90% to Have Gone to Minority and Women-Owned Businesses

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of a 50-year-old Matthew May of Starlight, Pennsylvania from a Delaware County Family Court Warrant. On Friday March 11th, Broome County Sheriff’s Office arrested May, following a domestic dispute, they learned that May had an active Warrant for his arrest issued by the Delaware County Family Court for failure to pay child support. May was arraigned & was remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility without bail, on Monday Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies took custody of May and transported him to the Delaware County Correctional Facility where he is to serve six months in jail or until payments are made to the Delaware County Family Court.

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The State Office of General Services announced that surplus vehicle auctions have been scheduled through the month of July. All auctions are scheduled to begin at 9:30 AM, more information on specific items and terms of sale, is available at ogs.ny.gov/nysstore, Locally, auctions will be held on Tuesday, May 17th, at 249 Glenwood Road, Binghamton & on Wednesday, May 18 at the State Department of Transportation 241 Colesville Road, Binghamton and on Tuesday, July 12th at State Police Troop C Headquarters on State Route 7, between Sidney & Unadilla.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 3-17-22

by wcdonews Posted on March 17, 2022

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-17-22

69 year old Michael Murray of Sidney was arrested and charged yesterday with possessing child pornography. Murray allegedly possessed child pornography images and videos on his phone, he appeared in federal Court and was detained pending further proceedings, Murray could face 10 to 20 years in prison, a $250,000 fine, and a term of post-imprisonment supervised release of at least 5 years and up to life, if convicted.

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Joshua Taylor was sentenced to 25 years in prison for the July 15, 2015 murder of James High. Taylor was found guilty of 2nd degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon killing High on Chenango Street in Binghamton outside of a bar. Taylor was convicted previously in 2017 but was granted a new trial by the New York State Appellate Division after ruling that the jury received insufficient instructions regarding circumstantial evidence.

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Governor Kathy Hochul signed a package of legislation Wednesday to address workplace harassment and discrimination. One of the bills will require the Division of Human Rights to establish a toll-free confidential hotline for complaints of workplace sexual harassment, another bill establishes the release of personnel records to discredit victims of workplace discrimination counts as a retaliatory action under the Human Rights Law.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s deputies arrested 40 year old Ramon Ortiz of Queens for promoting prison contraband. Ortiz is accused of possessing contraband within his body while confined as an inmate at the Delaware County Correctional Facility. A Search Warrant was obtained and Ortiz was transported to Bassett Hospital to verify and facilitate the medical removal of tobacco concealed in a body cavity, Ortiz taken to Town of Kortright Court for arraignment and was released on his own recognizance, to appear in the Town of Delhi Court on a later date to answer the charge. Ortiz remains incarcerated on the unrelated federal charge.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 39 year old Martin Planty of Walton for violating the terms of an Order of Protection. Planty is accused of electronically contacted the protected party on an Order of Protection twice, while incarcerated in the Delaware County Correctional Facility, he was charged with 2 counts of Criminal Contempt & he was issued an appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Walton Court on a later date. He remains incarcerated at the Delaware County Correctional Facility on an unrelated charge.

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A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-17-22

US. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, who is the chair of the Subcommittee on Personnel, conducted a hearing Wednesday on the negative health effects of burn pits on military veterans. Gillibrand said Wednesday that if they served, they should be covered & treated:

(Gillibrand 3-17-22)

Senator Gillibrand’s “Presumptive Benefits for War Fighters Exposed to Burn Pits and Other Toxins Act” passed in the House of Representatives two weeks ago as part of the Honoring our PACT Act, she is working to get it passed in the Senate.

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State and local law enforcement agencies across New York will be stepping up patrols and targeting impaired driving before, during and after St. Patrick’s Day. The enforcement campaign will run through Sunday, During the 2021 campaign, law enforcement throughout the state issued 47,349 tickets for vehicle and traffic law violations, including 1,403 arrests for DWI.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s deputies arrrested 69-year-old Harvey Sandig of Stamford for driving with a suspended license. On March 10th, Deputies observed a vehicle traveling on State Highway 23 in the Town of Kortright, at a high rate of speed. Sandig was stopped, the investigation revealed that his driving privileges were suspended for failure to answer a previous summons & there was an active warrant for Sandig’s arrest issued by the Village of Sidney Court for failure to appear. Sandig was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle an d speeding, he was issued Tickets returnable to the Town of Kortright Court, he was turned over to Village of Sidney Police Department for the Arrest Warrant.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the opening of the web-based application portal for hemp farmers seeking to obtain a conditional license to grow cannabis in the 2022 growing season. The license was made possible by a law the Governor signed last month. The portal was opened this week by the New York State Office of Cannabis Management, it allows hemp farmers to apply at businessexpress.ny.gov.

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HELIOS CARE of Oneonta will have a new program,”The Art of Bereavement” in which grieving individuals will using art to explore grief and loss. The 5 part series will be run by 2 facilitators, one of them is Jessica Weeden , who told WCDO News about the program:

(Jessica Weeden 3-17-22)

The Art of Bereavement sessions run from 10:30 am until 12:00 pm, The event is free, and registration is required by calling (607) 432-5525 by March 25th.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-16-22

by wcdonews Posted on March 16, 2022

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-16-22

The State Comptroller’s Office conducted an audit of the State Department of Health, they found that the Department was unprepared to respond to infectious disease outbreaks at nursing homes, even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit New York. A lack of funding for public health forced the Department to operate without critical information systems and staff that could have identified and helped limit the spread of COVID-19 at nursing homes, also the department did not provide the public with accurate COVID-19 death counts and became entangled in the undercounting of those deaths as Governor Cuomo took control of information provided to the public. The Auditors believe that the actual number of nursing home residents who died is still uncertain.

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The US Air Force Band will be performing a free concert in Oneonta this evening, spokesman Gene Schmidt explains:

(Gene Schmidt 3-16-22)

Schmidt said that proof of vaccination & masks are required for tonight’s concert at the Foothills Performing Arts center on Market Street in Oneonta.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies observed a vehicle traveling on Main Street in Delhi last Friday with a non-functional headlight. Deputies stopped the vehicle, the driver was identified as 19-year-old Skylar Pesout of Sidney Center, Deputies charged him with DWI and driving with blood alcohol content of .14%. Pesout was also issued Traffics Tickets & was released on an appearance tickets and is to appear in the Town of Delhi Court on a later date to answer the charges.

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Commerce Chenango Tourism announced their Inaugural “Wine Beer Food Festival” on July 30th at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich, Commerce Chenango President & CEO Kerri Green told WCDO News about the new venture on the WCDO Morning show this morning:

(Kerri Green 3-16-22)

More information is available at chenangowbffest.com, as well as their Facebook, Twitter & Instagram pages.

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The Afton Community Theater & the Tri-Town Theater are teaming up for “Into The Woods” later this month in Norwich. Cast Members Sarah Norris and Mikaela Sepulveda talked about the characters they portray in this musical, on the WCDO Morning show this morning:

(Sarah Mikaela 3-26-22)

The show will be at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich on Friday & Saturday Nights, March 25 & 26th with a Sunday Afternoon Matinee on March 27th, Tickets are available at tritown.booktix.com more information is also available on their Facebook Page.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 3-16-22

Norwich City Police officers conducted a traffic stop on Mitchell Street Friday Morning, the driver left the vehicle & ran, & was apprehended after a short foot pursuit. Norwich police charged 23 year old Dylan Keenan of Bridgewater for criminal possession of a controlled substance, obstruction of governmental administration and aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, plus Keenan was wanted on several outstanding warrants from different police agencies. Police confiscated methamphetamines packaged for sale, Keenan was processed & was was released on an appearance ticket, but was turned over to State Police for additional processing on the warrants.

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The New York State Department of Labor released preliminary local unemployment rates for January 2022. The State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased from 5.4% in December 2021 to 5.3% in January 2022. Delaware & Chenango Counties reported at 4% Unemployment, Otsego had 4.1% unemployment in January.

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Jake Cotten was elected as Unadilla’s new village mayor over challenger Christopher Price in village elections Tuesday, by a vote of 117 to 82. Democrat Paul Baldwin and Republican Joseph Paliotta won trustee seats on the Unadilla Village Board. In Otego, Democrat David Clapper & Republican James Salisbury were elected to the village board.

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The State DEC announced that the annual brush burning ban begins in New York State today, the ban runs through May 14 this year, more information is available at dec.ny.gov.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 3-15-22

by wcdonews Posted on March 15, 2022

.M. NEWS Tuesday 3-15-22

Village Elections are being held across the state today. In Unadilla, 2 men are running for Mayor, Jason Cotten & Christopher Price are seeking the seat, incumbent Jack Insinga declined to seek re-election, also in Unadilla 4 people are seeking 2 seats on the village baord, Republicans Joseph Paliotta & Eric Harkins, and Democrats Paul Baldwin & Dwight Mott are the candidates. In Otego, Republicans James Salisbury & Joseph Stanton are seeking Re-election to the village board, while Democrat David Clapper Jr. is also in the race. Polls are open from Noon until 9:00 PM today.

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State Senator Peter Oberacker voted “NO” on the State Senate budget resolution in Albany for fiscal year 2022-23, which was adopted Monday, Oberacker explained his no vote:

(Senator Peter Oberacker 3-15-22)

The state budget is due on April 1st.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies stopped a vehicle on State Highway 10 last Tuesday in the Town of Delhi with an expired vehicle inspection sticker. 29-year-old Christina Hood of Delhi had her driving privileges suspended for Failure to Answer a Summons in the Town of Delhi Court, and the vehicle she was operating had a suspended registration. Hood was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle & Operating with a Suspended Registration, unlicensed operator and uninspected motor vehicle. Hood was released on Traffic Tickets, to appear in the Town of Delhi at a later time.

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The City of Norwich Police Department & New York State Parole performed a home check Friday morning at 6 Lee Avenue in Norwich. Police discovered Methamphetamines, suboxone & an illegal rifle, Norwich officers arrested 34 year old Michael Pierce and 30 year old Jordann Maroney for criminal possession of a controlled substance, endangering the welfare of a child, Pierce was also charged with criminal possession of a weapon. Pierce and Maroney were arraigned in Norwich City Court and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility without bail.

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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies were dispatched February 15th to a Harassment Complaint in the Town of Meredith. 48-year old Zacharias Fuller of Richfield Springs had electronically communicated with the victim and made threats to harm the victim. Deputies submitted a request for a criminal summons and an order of protection to Town of Meredith Court, which was issued. Deputies learned that Fuller was being held on unrelated charges at the Otsego County Correctional Facility, he was charged with Aggravated Harassment & he remained incarcerated in Otsego County, and will appear in the Town of Meredith Court at a later date.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-15-22

State Police arrested 32 year old Richard Hildebrandt of Mastic Beach for Driving While Impaired by Drugs. Troopers were dispatched to the parking lot of Mountain Side Residential Care, they located Hildebrandt, he failed Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, further investigation revealed that numerous unlocked vehicles were rummaged through in the Margaretville area prior to Hildebrandt’s arrest. Many of the stolen items were located in Hildebrandt’s vehicle. Hildebrant was additionally charged with Grand Larceny and Criminal Possession of Stolen Property & Petit Larceny, & Criminal Mischief in the fourth degree. He is scheduled to appear in the Middletown Town Court on April 14th.

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Delaware County Public Health will host a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets today from 5:00 to 6:30 PM at the Colchester Highway Department on River Road in Downsville. More information is available at 607-832-5200 or delawarecountypublichealth.com

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The next Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce meeting will be held this morning at the back of Bob’s Diner, the meeting will begin at 7:30 AM.

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New York City DEP is repairing a leak in their Delaware water supply system which will require the Delaware Aqueduct to be shut down for approximately 5-8 months beginning in October. The repair project that will completely shut off water diversions to NYC from their Delaware River basin reservoirs. More information is available at state.nj.us/drbc.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 3-14-22

by wcdonews Posted on March 14, 2022

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-14-22

The State Division of Consumer Protection assisted 21,855 New Yorkers with a variety of consumer protection matters in 2021, resulting in a record $2,918,025 being returned to consumers’ wallets; the top five areas for complaints relate to errors in delivery, insufficient refunds, defective products, online scams, and COVID cancellations.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of an initiative to expand and create child care centers across all SUNY campuses for students and faculty. The initiative includes the distribution of $4.5 million in federal and state funding to support current centers, & a program to train the next generation of child care professionals, SUNY universities receiving funding locally include; SUNY Broome, SUNY Cobleskill, SUNY Cortland, SUNY Delhi, & SUNY Oneonta.

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The Northeast Classic Car Museum is raffling off a 1965 Mustang Convertible this year. The drawing will be held on Wednesday, October 12th, in the Lobby of the Museum on Rexford Street in Norwich. The raffle is open to U.S. residents age 18+. Official Rules are available at classiccarmuseum.org.

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The State Police are looking to recruit people to become part of the New York State Police Family. Troop C Commanding officer Jeffrey VanAuken told WCDO News that the process to join is easier than ever:

(Major Jeffrey VanAuken 2-10-22)

Major Van Auken said that the State Police currently have specialized units such as the Special Operation Response team, Underwater recovery Team, positions in forensics, canine handlers & even a snowmobile unit for extreme winter issues.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-14-22

Oneonta Police reported that the investigation into the death on January 27th, of 20-year-old, SUNY Oneonta Student Tyler Lopresti-Castro continues. There remains no indication of a crime being committed and the investigation is being conducted as a suspicious death. Lopresti-Castro left a party in the center city around midnight, cell phone data collected indicates he was on foot in the neighborhood where he was living in an apartment. Preliminary findings indicate alcohol and caffeine were present in Tyler Lopresti-Castro, but his actual blood alcohol concentration was unknown in the hours before his discovery. The public is encouraged to contact the Oneonta Police Detectives with any additional information at (607) 432-1111.

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State Police reported that 1 person was killed in a single-car crash on Route 11 in Kirkwood Thursday morning. State Police identified the victim as 30-year-old Eric Marks of Conklin. Troopers were dispatched to the crash around 10:15 am. an investigation showed that Marks was traveling southeast when he left the roadway, struck a culvert, went into a ditch, struck a tree and then came to a rest in the ditch.

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The New York Office of Cannabis Management announced Thursday the first 100 cannabis retail licenses will be awarded to those with previous marijuana convictions. Also, hemp farmers will be able to start growing cannabis in the summer, supply of products will be seen in the fall, and retail stores will be open by the end of the year.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 3-11-22

by wcdonews Posted on March 11, 2022

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-11-22

Another Winter Storm is expected to hit the region tomorrow, local meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO news what might happen:

(Townsend 3-11-22)

The National weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning in effect overnight tonight into Saturday evening.

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The Broome County District Attorney Mike Korchak announced that Scott Mawhiney of Deposit filed an application in State Supreme Court requesting bail while he appeals his recent conviction in Broome County Court. Mawhiney was found guilty for attempted murder of a police officer & was sentenced to 30 years in prison, for shooting State Trooper Ryan Thorp in June of 2021, after Trooper Thorp responded to the report of a domestic dispute. The motion was argued before New York State Supreme Court Judge, who denied Mawhiney’s request. Mawhiney will remain in prison.

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Several Fire Departments responded to the report of a fire at the Town of Windsor barn Thursday afternoon. The investigation revealed that the fire started in the bay area of a garage, with fire damage to the entire garage itself with most of the damage occurring in the bay area. Windsor, West Windsor, Harpursville, West Colesville, 5 Mile Point, Deposit fire departments responded, no injuries were reported.

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As New Yorkers prepare to set their clocks forward one hour on Sunday, for Daylight Saving Time, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York is urging everyone to check their smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. New York State currently leads the nation in home fire deaths in 2022, with 51 deaths & the the Firefighters Association reminds people to Test alarms at least once a month, If you have an alarm with a removable battery, be sure to check the batteries every six months, and change the batteries every year. Families should also develop and practice a home fire escape plan. For more information, go to fasny.com.

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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office announced Modified visitation procedures for inmate visitation beginning on Saturday, March 12th. Visitors are encouraged to make an appointment for visitation by calling 607-337-1967, Monday through Friday during normal lobby hours. Visitation will be on Saturdays and Sundays ONLY, 2 visitors will be allowed per inmate, for 1 hour. All visitors and inmates will be required to wear a face mask in the facility.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for their annual Citizen & Business of the Years awards, Sidney Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:

(TERI SCHUNK 3-11-22)

Schunk said that Nomination forms need to be submitted by the end of next week., the awards will be announced in April & the winners will be honored at the Sidney Chamber’s annual dinner in June.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-11-22

Sidney Police Department responded to a domestic dispute Tuesday, police arrested 38 year old Roberto Rincon of Sidney for Criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation, Rincon was arraigned in Village of Sidney Court where he was released on his own recognizance to appear back in court at a later date.

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Late Wednesday Night into early Thursday Morning, State Troopers and members from the State DOT assisted with the closure of State Route 17 west between exits 67 and 66 to remove a large piece of machinery. Back on February 25th, a tractor trailer, which was not permitted properly, was pulling a large piece of machinery when it suffered a mechanical failure during transport. The weight of the machinery was too heavy to move and a crane from Rogers Industrial & Crane Specialists was brought in to move the load off the first trailer and onto another properly permitted trailer.

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A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held today at the Bainbridge-Guilford High School from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. To Donate, register by calling 1-800 RED CROSS.

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The Town of Sidney will hold an After Hours Open House today from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Town Of Sidney Office Building at 44 Grand Street. Refreshments & tours of the facility will be offered, including the new DMV office.

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Norwich Theater Company presents “Boeing, Boeing” in the Martin W. Kappel Theater, tonight & Saturday Night at 7 pm and Sunday at 2:00 PM. Mary Beth Miller of the Chenango Arts Council explains:

(Mary Beth Miller 3-11-22)

Tickets are available at norwichtheatercompany.org or at Chenango Arts Council’s offices at 27 West Main Street, Norwich. More information is available at 607-336-2787 or email info@chenangoarts.org.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 3-10-22

by wcdonews Posted on March 10, 2022

According to preliminary seasonally adjusted figures released today by the State Department of Labor, the number of private sector jobs in New York State increased over the month by 20,600, to 7.85 million in January. New York State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased from 5.4% to 5.3% in January 2022.

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The Oneonta Police Department announced that there have been an an increase in stolen vehicle reports. Police reported that the vehicles were unlocked, with the key left in them, they advises residents to lock their cars, take the keys with them, and do not leave valuables in plain sight in a parked vehicle.

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Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango County is continuing to sell tickets for their “Show Your Love Quilt Raffle”, hospice spokesperson Sarah Greene told WCDO News about the 2 quilts:

(Sarah Greene 3-10-22)

Tickets for the quilt raffle can be purchased by calling hospice at 334-3556, by email to events@hospicechenango.org or by stopping into their office on Court Street in Norwich during normal business hours. The Tickets will be available until April 29th, the winners will be picked May 2nd.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that all New Yorkers enrolled in SNAP will receive the maximum allowable level of food benefits for March. All households participating in SNAP; Including those already at the maximum level of benefits, will receive a supplemental allotment this month. More information on the emergency supplemental SNAP benefits, can be found at otda.ny.gov/programs, questions about eligibility or to apply online, go to mybenefits.ny.gov.

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Nyseg reports that just over 100 customers were without power this afternoon in Broome, Chenango, Delaware & Otsego Counties from Monday night’s storm, crews are working to get all customers back on line as soon as possible.

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