WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-9-22

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-9-22

Governor Kathy Hochul announced the end of the indoor mask mandate in New York State effective tomorrow. Previously, the state had required masks to be worn inside businesses where vaccination status was not being checked. The mandate will remain in effect at homeless shelters, healthcare centers, state-run nursing homes, schools and childcare centers, and correctional facilities. Statewide COVID-19 Cases Down 93% Since January 7th Peak, the COVID-19 Hospitalizations is down 63% since the peak on January 12th, the positivity rate for COVID 19 tests decreased to 3.67% on Tuesday

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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced the reintroduction of the STOCK Act 2.0 earlier today. The original STOCK Act strengthened disclosure rules and prevented public servants, including members of Congress, their families, and their staff, from using their access for self-enrichment. The STOCK Act 2.0 would impose additional disclosure requirements and restrictions for high level officials to ensure that members of Congress and public servants aren’t lining their pockets with taxpayer dollars.

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Edmeston Fire Fighters responded to a structure fire Tuesday evening at 9:00 PM. The fire was reported near State Route 80 and Dinky Joe Road, the structure was completely destroyed, no injuries have been reported & the cause of the fire is under investigation.

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The Chamber Alliance of New York State, a statewide association of over 70 Chambers of Commerce, has elected Kerri Green, President and CEO of Commerce Chenango, to its Board of Directors. Green officially began her term last month, she has been with Commerce Chenango since August 2019. The Chamber Alliance of NYS is an association of Chambers of Commerce dedicated to providing members with education and insight into the latest trends and issues, as well as a forum with Chambers to connect and collaborate throughout the State.

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20 year old Makahi Bryant of Brooklyn, was sentenced today in a federal court in Binghamton unemployment fraud. Bryant made thousands of dollars in illegal transactions when he was a student at SUNY Delhi, he admitted that he obtained 2 debit cards containing unemployment insurance benefits by the state of California, he illegally made over $13,000 in transactions using the debit cards for cash or other items. Bryant was sentenced to 3 years probation, 60 hours of community and he was ordered to pay restitution to California.

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A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-9-22

The City of Norwich recently won a 10 Million Dollar Downtown Revitalization Initiative Grant, to help transform the downtown area & boost the city’s economy. The Local Planning Committee will have its next meeting through ZOOM this afternoon at 3:00 PM, more information is available by calling Commerce Chenango at 334-1400.

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The Sidney Central School District will be holding 2 COVID-19 at-home test kit distributions, with a drive-thru service at the Jr./Sr. High School horseshoe parking lot. The distributions dates will be Today from 11:00am-1:00pm and Thursday, from 11:00am-1:00pm. Anyone unable to make the distribution times and need at-home test kits, should call the Elementary Main Office (607) 561-7701 or the Jr./Sr. High School Main Office (607) 561-7703.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies on Patrol on State Highway 97 in the Town of Hancock last Friday observed a pick up truck driving in a reckless manner in the parking lot of a commercial facility. At the conclusion of their investigation, Sheriff’s Deputies determined that the operator, 21-year old Porter Crawson, of Long Eddy was operating his motor vehicle while both his driver’s license and registration were suspended. Crawson was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation and Operating with a Suspended Registration. Crawson was later released on traffic tickets returnable to the Town of Hancock Court at a later date.

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An off-duty sheriff’s deputy and his 21-year-old son were killed and the deputy’s wife was in critical condition Tuesday after the three were shot inside their home. Off-duty Onondaga County Deputy Isaac Eames was found shot to death inside his home in the town of Clay at about 7:30 a.m. Monday, the deputy’s wife, 46 year old Karen Eames and son, 21 year old Troy Eames were also shot inside the home and were taken to Upstate University Hospital. Troy Eames died later Monday and his mother was listed in critical condition, The investigation is continuing.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 2-8-22

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 2-8-22

The Ricky J. Parisian Memorial Scholarship Foundation announced today that they will retire the annual “Pit Run” event. The Pit Run began in 1994, shortly after the death of Investigator Parisian of the State Police, when he attempted to stop an armed robbery in an Oneonta Grocery store. The foundation will continue to operate by raising money for a scholarship available to graduates of the Oneonta School District

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies received information that 61-year old Alden Briggs had an active Bench Warrant out of the Village of Johnson City Court due to a failure to appear in court in connection with a charge of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. After receiving information about his whereabouts, Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies located Briggs at a Deposit residence last Thursday, he was arrested on the Bench Warrant & was turned over to the Broome County Sheriff’s Office for arraignment.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies were notified Friday by the Delaware County Family Court that an Arrest Warrant had been issued for 36-year-old Terriann Conolly for failure to appear in the Delaware County Family Court. Deputies located Conolly in the Town of Walton and arrested her on the Arrest Warrant. Connolly was arraigned in Delaware County Family Court, and released on her own recognizance, she will re-appear in the Delaware County Family Court at a later scheduled date.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the Business and Citizen of the Years Awards. Sidney Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:

(Teri Schunk 2-8-22)

Nominations forms can downloaded from the Sidney Chamber website or Facebook page & then sent to the Sidney Chamber by Friday, March 11th, at PO Box 57, Sidney NY 13838 or emailed to office@sidneychamber.org.

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Federally provided N95 masks will be distributed for free at Price Chopper stores this week. Tables will be set up at the center of the stores or at the pharmacies starting Today, each customer will receive up to 3 of the N95 masks. The N95 masks offer the highest level of protection against COVID-19.

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture has confirmed COVID 19 infections in deer in 13 additional states, including New York. White-tailed deer on Staten Island have been found carrying the highly transmissible Omicron variant of the coronavirus, marking the first time the variant has been reported in wild animals.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 2-8-22

Governor Hochul & the State Health Department reported 3,795 new COVID Cases Statewide Sunday, Lowest number since November 8th. New Cases are Down by More than 40% Over Past Week, Statewide COVID-19 Hospitalizations Down Nearly 30% Over Past Week, there were 90 COVID-19 Deaths Statewide Sunday.

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State Troopers in Troop “C” responded to 95 traffic related incidents in their 7 County region, during the winter storm that hit the area between February 3rd and February 5th . In Chenango, Delaware and Otsego counties, troopers responded to 13 disabled vehicle complaints, 28 crashes with property damage and one crash that resulted in an injury.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 2-7-22

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 2-7-22

Norwich Firefighters responded Saturday night to a fire at an apartment building at 32-34 Silver Street. one person was found unresponsive & was airlifted to Upstate Hospital’s Burn Unit in Syracuse, 1 dog died in the fire. The Norwich Fire Department was assisted at the scene by the Plymouth and North Norwich Fire Departments. 7 people were displaced by the fire, the cause of the blaze is under investigation.

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Governor Hochul says in a news conference today she will be making an announcement on Wednesday regarding the state’s #COVID19 mask policy. It is currently due to expire on Thursday, she indicated last week that it may be dropped or altered if COVID positivity percentages continue to decline.

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Delaware County Public Health will be conducting a COVID-19 vaccination clinic for people 12 and older on Thursday at 97 Main Street, in Delhi. Pfizer 1st or 2nd doses will be available from 1:00 to 2:00 PM for walk-ins only. Pfizer boosters will be available from 1:00 to 2:00 PM registration is required at apps2.health.ny.gov; more information is available at 607-832-5200.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the Business and Citizen of the Year. If you would like to submit a nomination please complete the below form and return to the chamber by Friday, March 11th. Nominations should be sent to Sidney Chamber of Commerce PO Box 57, Sidney NY 13838.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 2-7-22

The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 29-year-old Steven Keach after deputies were called to domestic dispute January 27th in the town of Milford, Keach reportedly had a knife and was destroying property in the home. Keach into custody without incident, he was charged with 2nd & 3rd degree Assault, Criminal Mischief, endangering the welfare of a child, among other charges, he was brought to the Otsego County Jail for arraignment & was returned to the Otsego County Correctional Facility on $2,500 cash bail or $5,000 bond.

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State Police at Norwich arrested 61 year old Douglas Webb of Sherburne for Forcible Touching and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Webb is a school bus driver at the Sherburne -Earlville School District, he allegedly touched 3 students, ages 14, 15 and 16, he was arrested and arraigned & was released on his own recognizance, the victims were issued orders of protection.

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Firefighters from Davenport & surrounding communities responded at about 3:45 Saturday morning to a fire at Gerster’s garage in Davenport. Firefighters battled sub-zero temperatures & icing, no injuries were reported, the cause of the fire is under investigation.

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The State Health department & the Governor’s Office reported that over 161,000 people were tested for COVID Saturday with 5680 Positives, for a positivity rate down to 3.52%. Patient Hospitalization decreased by more than 300 to 5,147, there were 854 in an ICU bed with 494 on Ventilators. there were 68 deaths from the virus in Hospitals & Nursing Homes Saturday.

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Delaware County Public Health reported 235 new COVID cases from January 29th to February 4th. Delaware county has reported 13 deaths from COVID since the beginning of the year.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 2-4-22

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 2-4-22

45-year-old Scott Mawhiney of Deposit was sentenced to 30 years to life in jail in Broome County Court today, after he was convicted in November of 1st degree attempted murder, among other charges, Broome County District Attorney Mike Korchak commented at a press conference in Binghamton This Morning:

(Mike Korchak 2-4-22)

Trooper Ryan Thorp was wounded on June 23rd after responding to a report of a dispute in the Village of Deposit, Trooper Thorp required several surgeries to his arm following the shooting.

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The State Health department & the Governor’s Office reported that COVID 19 numbers continue to decrease. Statewide on Wednesday over 191,000 testes were conducted with 9418 testing positive, for a positivity rate of 4.9%. Patient Hospitalizations were down by 450 to 6,177, the number in an ICU Bed was down by almost 100 to 995, with 563 on Ventilators, a decrease of 78. there were 114 deaths from COVID in hospital & Nursing homes Wednesday.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is looking for William Hall on an outstanding warrant. Anyone with information can contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office at gobroomecounty.com or by calling (607) 778-1196 or (607) 778-2923 or (607) 778-2933.

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The Jericho Arts Council will resume shows this month at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater, Spokesman Phil Wade explains:

(Phil Wade 2-4-22)

Tickets can be purchased at the door the night of the show, they can be reserved by calling (607) 288-3882.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 2-4-22

New York’s newly proposed State Assembly and Senate maps were signed into law by Governor Hochul Thursday night. Both chambers of the State Legislature voted to approve both sets of maps earlier Thursday.

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The Delaware County Public Health COVID-19 vaccination clinic scheduled for Today at the Catskill Veterans Outreach Center in Stamford has been cancelled due to the weather. The vaccination clinic on Saturday in Stamford will go on as scheduled from 11:00 AM to 7:00PM, registration links for the clinic on Saturday can be found at delawarecountypublichealth.com

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Broome County Executive Jason Garnar stated that 209 drivers in Broome County were caught illegally passing school buses in January, with the School Bus Stop Arm Cameras. The county recorded 203 violations in September, 256 violations in October 2021 and 294 violations in December.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 2-3-22

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 2-3-22

The Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect through Friday Afternoon, local Meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO News that the snow will come eventually, but maybe later than originally anticipated:

(Rich Townsend 2-3-22)

The National Weather Service has the Winter Weather Advisory in effect through Friday afternoon at 3:00 PM.

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The Norwich City School District, the Norwich Police Department, & The City of Norwich, have reached an agreement bring a school resource officer into the district’s buildings for added security. The Norwich District has had an officer present during certain parts of the day, but they have not had a school resource officer specifically until this 3 way agreement was reached. New Norwich Mayor Brian Doliver told WCDO News recently that one of his top priorities was to get an SRO into the Norwich school district.

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The Delaware County Public Health COVID-19 vaccination clinic scheduled for Friday, February 4th at the Catskill Veterans Outreach Center in Stamford has been canceled due to forecasted weather. The vaccination clinic on February 5th in Stamford remains scheduled to operate at 11AM-7PM. Registration links for the clinic on Saturday can be found at delawarecountypublichealth.com.

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The Otsego County Health Department reported 68 new COVID 19 cases on Wednesday, with 5 hospitalized & no new deaths reported. The County’s 7 day rolling average positivity rate continues to decline, down to 11.7%. Otsego County and all of New York State remains under an indoor-mask mandate from Governor Kathy Hochul, through February 10th, with certain exceptions when proof of vaccination is required for entry to an indoor public facility.

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The City of Norwich recently won a 10 Million Dollar Downtown Revitalization Initiative Grant, to help transform the downtown area & boost the city’s economy for decades to come. The Local Planning Committee will have its next meeting through ZOOM on February 9th at 3:00 PM, more information is available by calling Commerce Chenango at 334-1400.

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The State Legislature approved of new redistricting maps for the state Wednesday. Lawmakers drew up new districts for Congressional seats as well as their own seats for the State Senate & Assembly, they head for Governor Hochul’s desk for approval.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-2-22

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-2-22

A Winter Storm Watch will be effect starting later tonight, local Meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO News what he sees happening locally:

(Rich Townsend 2-2-22)

The Winter Storm Watch will be in effect starting at 1:00 AM Thursday through Friday Afternoon, according to the National Weather Service.

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At the meeting Tuesday night in Bainbridge, the General Clinton Canoe Regatta Committee approved of a big change in the schedule of the annual event, Chairman John Harmon explains:

(John Harmon 2-2-22)

Harmon said that the idea to shorten the Regatta had come up several times in the past, but it was never able to come to fruition until this year. This Year’s General Clinton Canoe regatta will be May 27th to the 29th.

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The Oneonta Common Council unanimously approved a motion Tuesday, to submit an application for a SAFER grant to help with additional staffing for the Oneonta fire department, Oneonta Mayor Mark Drnek comments:

(Mark Drnek 2-2-22)

Mayor Drnek said that if the grant is approved, the money would be used to hire up to 8 full-time firefighters, then the city would hold a civil service exam on March 19 for prospective firefighters, the application deadline is February 16.

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Republicans in both the state Senate & State Assembly are looking to repeal or dramatically change the Bail Reform legislation that passed during the Cuomo Administration 2 years ago. Assembly Republican Minority Leader Will Barclay said that the state’s own numbers show that the outcome has been opposite the desired effect:

(Assemblyman Will Barclay 2-2-22)

Locally Assemblyman Joe Angelino & State Senator Fred Akshar are among the few former law enforcement officers in the legislature, both have expresses a desire to be at the table when drafting a change in the Bail Reform laws during this session.

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Tuesday’s COVID 19 testing numbers continue to show a decrease in the percentage of positive cases, according to the Governor’s office & The State Health Department. Over 177,000 New Yorkers were tested, with over 9300 positive cases, for a positivity rate of 5.25%. Patient Hospitalizations dropped sharply to 6628, ICU Patient numbers declined by 46 to 1094, Patients on ventilators decreased by 26 to 641, 136 deaths were reported in Hospitals & Nursing homes Tuesday.

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Otsego County Health Department reported 46 new COVID 19 cases Tuesday, with 4 hospitalized and 1 new death reported. The County’s 7 day positivity rate was just under 12%, there have been 9 deaths already this year & 104 since pandemic hit in Otsego County 2 years ago.

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The Sidney Police Department is now accepting applications for a full-time Police Officer position. This position is not currently open. We are looking for a qualified lateral transfer to fill an anticipated opening this spring. Anyone who meets the specified qualification is encouraged to apply. Applicants can contact Chief Eric Oliver for more information at 607 561-2301.

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A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-2-22

Oneonta Police have been investigating the contents of Tyler Lopresti-Castro’s Cell Phone as they try to recreate his final steps Thursday morning when he was found by City Employees at the Silas Avenue Bus garage. Oneonta Police are seeking assistance owners of surveillance cameras covering the center-city streets west of East Street, the Chestnut Street or River Street corridors, Winney Hill Road, Oneida Street, Route 205, State Highway 28 to County Highway 48, between midnight to 2:15 am. on January 27th. The public is encouraged to contact the Oneonta Police Department at (607) 432-1111.

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Stacie Haynes, Executive Director of the Susquehanna SPCA for Otsego County, has become Board President for The New York State Animal Protection Federation. The purpose of the Federation is to safeguard the well-being of all animals through legislative and policy initiatives in New York State. This organization also speaks on behalf of animal-related organizations while acting as a resource of information.

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State Lawmakers released their proposed redistricting maps this week, the state will lose one seat in the House of Representatives based on population shifts in the 2020 census. Redistricting wound up back in the hands of the legislature, after the Independent Redistricting Commission failed to come up with a plan, which they were required to do based on the 2014 public referendum that took redistricting away from lawmakers. 22nd District Congresswoman Claudia Tenney announced that she will seek to win the new 23rd District.

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The next meeting of the Sidney Chamber of Commerce will be held this Morning. The meeting will be held at Trackside Diner beginning at 8:00 AM, chamber members & Directors are urged to attend.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 2-1-22

P.M. NEWS Tuesday 2-1-22

Several local Fire Departments responded Monday to a structure fire at 1749 State Route 205 in the Laurens Fire District. Smoke & Water damage was reported, there were no injuries, the cause of the fire is being investigated. Fire fighters from Milford, Hartwick, West Oneonta, Oneonta, & Morris responded.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 2-1-22

Delaware County Sheriff Deputies were dispatched to a reported hit and run snowmobile accident which occurred at the Sidney Center Fire Department. Sometime between January 21st and the morning of January 23rd, an unknown person on a snowmobile collided with the back of the Sidney Center Fire Department building causing damage to the exterior base of the building. Anyone with information should call (607) 832-5555.

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The Next meeting of the General Clinton Canoe Regatta Committee will be held tonight at the Galaxy Bowl in Bainbridge at 7:00 PM. Regatta chairman John Harmon said that decision regarding moving 70 mile races to Sunday & eliminating Monday Memorial Day Activities will be decided at tonight’s meeting.

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The State Health Department & the Governor’s Office reported that the numbers of the Omicron variant of COVID 19 continues to trend downward. On Sunday, over 91,000 Test Results were reported, with over 5100 positives, for a Positivity rate down to 5.59%. Patient Hospitalization went up by 74 Sunday to 7,191, the number in an ICU Bed decreased slightly to 1,161, 701 were on ventilators, New deaths reported by healthcare facilities was 87.

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Albany City Court Judge Holly Trexler on Friday dismissed a forcible touching complaint against former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple’s office filed the misdemeanor charge in October, alleging the former governor groped Brittany Commisso in late 2020. Albany County District Attorney David Soares filed a letter saying his office would not proceed with the charge, saying it was “impossible to prove beyond a reasonable doubt in criminal court”.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 1-31-22

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-31-22

The Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded Saturday to a Walton residence in an attempt to locate Albert Antonacci, after receiving a Boone County, Indiana arrest warrant charging Antonacci with Felony Battery Resulting in Bodily Injury to a Person Under the Age of 14. Antonacci was located at that residence and subsequently arrested as a Fugitive from Justice. Antonacci was arraigned at the Town of Colchester Court on a Fugitive Complaint, and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail pending his extradition to the State of Indiana.

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Norwich Theater Company will hold auditions for ‘Boeing, Boeing” on Tuesday, At the Martin W, Kappel Theater in Norwich, Chenango Arts Council Spokesperson Mary Beth Miller told WCDO News about the characters in the show:

(Mary Beth Miller 1-31-22)

The show will run March 11th to the 13th at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich, More information is available at 607-336-2787.

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Highway and bridge projects have been shortchanged because the state continues to use money in the Dedicated Highway and Bridge Trust Fund to pay down debt from past projects and cover the operating costs for state agencies, according to a report by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Fund spending was only 17 cents of every dollar spent from the Dedicated Highway & Bridge Fund, DiNapoli recommended the state Maximize the share of trust fund revenue for capital projects by developing a multi-year plan to reduce state operations and debt service costs paid for by the Fund, Increase the share of transportation capital projects on a pay-as-you-go basis; and Reduce the trust fund’s reliance on annual General Fund transfers and use the fund’s dedicated revenue streams.

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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies responded Wednesday to a 2 car motor vehicle accident at the intersection in the Town of Harpersfield. Deputies discovered only 1 vehicle at the accident scene, the 2nd operator fled the scene. Deputies identified the operator of the fleeing vehicle as 45-year-old Wayne Swart of Hobart, whose Driver’s License was revoked on 3 separate dates. Deputies arrested Swart Sunday and charged him with Obstructing Governmental Administration, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Operating a Motor Vehicle Without an Ignition Interlock Device, and several other related charges, Swart was released on appearance and traffic tickets and is scheduled to appear at the Town of Harpersfield Court at a later date.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-31-22

Oneonta Police Department is investigating the death of 20-year-old male Tyler Lopresti-Castro. On Thursday at about 6:50 am, City of Oneonta employees located a male, laying on the pavement near the Silas Lane Bus Garage. Lopresti-Castro was identified by his SUNY Oneonta ID and was suffering from extended exposure to subzero temperatures, he was taken to AO Fox Hospital, video showed Lopresti-Castro emerging from a wooded area behind the garage at about 2:15 am, he may have been walking in the area of River Street-River Street Service Road, Oneida Street or Chestnut Street, Anyone with information is asked to contact Oneonta Police at (607) 432-1111 or the State University Police at Oneonta at (607) 436-3550.

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State Police arrested a 17-year-old high school student for Criminal Possession of a Weapon, after the Bainbridge-Guilford School district notified State Police about a video posted to social media which showed a subject firing a rifle at a tree after making a general threat against Black people using a racial slur. The rifle possessed by the 17-year-old was not SAFE Act compliant, he was arrested and later arraigned as an adolescent offender in Chenango County Court. The Chenango County District Attorney determined that a hate crime did not occur, since the video was not directly sent to a specific person or group. The second individual in the video will not face any charges.

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New York state’s mask mandate that requires face coverings in all indoor public places unless the businesses or venues require COVID-19 vaccinations will be extended until at least February 10th. Governor Hochul said the mask mandate could be lifted after February 10th if COVID 19 cases keep declining.

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Fire destroyed a trailer at 117 April Lane in the town of Guilford Saturday Evening. Mount Upton, Unadilla & Sidney fire departments responded, all occupants & pets escaped, no injuries were reported.

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Firefighters from Morris, Oneonta & Others responded to a structure fire on Lake Street in Morris Friday night. The fire was at the site of the former Linn Tractor Company near the entrance to the Otsego County Fairgrounds, no injuries were reported.

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Delaware County Public Health reported 316 new COVID cases in the week from January 22nd to the 28th. Delaware County has had 9 COVID related deaths since the beginning of 2022.

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