WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 12-3-21

by wcdonews Posted on December 3, 2021

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-3-21

State Police arrested 36 year old William Sabines of Preston after he was indicted by a Chenango County Grand Jury Thursday. Sabines was charged with 2nd degree Murder, Concealment of a Human Corpse and Tampering with Physical Evidence. Sabines was arrested following an investigation into the disappearance of Jesse Donlin, formerly of Sidney, Unadilla and Afton locally. Donlin was reported missing in September of 2019 after failing to appear for a court appearance in Utica, the investigation ultimately led to Sabines arrest. Sabines was remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $250,000 cash bail or $500,000 bond pending future court action.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office received a missing person complaint regarding 32 year old Amanda Lanfair, who was last seen on November 26th, and stated that she was going to Long Island and was to return on November 28th. Lanfair was last seen wearing a black baseball cap, green Carhartt jacket and black Puma sneakers. Any information on her whereabouts please contact the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office at 607-334-2000.

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Former New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Mary Bassett became the State Health Commissioner on Wednesday, replacing Dr. Howard Zucker, who had been the state Health Commissioner since 2015. Bassett takes over as the state’s COVID-19 hospitalizations are increasing across the state. Bassett was credited, along with Dr. Zucker & Dr. Anthony Fauci of the CDC with stopping a potentially deadly Ebola Outbreak after 1 case was found and contained in New York City in 2013.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-3-21

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the first 5 confirmed cases of the COVID-19 Omicron variant in New York State. So far, the cases appear unrelated and have been confirmed through sequencing of the SARS-CoVID-2 virus. 1 case is from Suffolk County, 4 others are in New York City, 4 other states have also reported cases of the new COVID variant. On Thursday, Governor Hochul announced that the State has ordered 1 Million Testing Kits to Distribute to Local Health Departments & 40 New Pop-Up Vaccine Sites will be launched this month.

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Oneonta Fire Department responded to a structure fire last night at Monser Brothers Tire & Auto on Chestnut Street in Oneonta. Fire fighters responded to the report of flames through the roof of the building late last night, Multiple fire departments also responded including West Oneonta, Laurens, West Laurens, Mount Vision, Franklin, Sidney, Worcester, Pindars Corners & Otego.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold their Jolly Holly days parade tonight, Chamber President Teri Schunk comments:

(Teri Schunk 11-9-21)

Anyone needing more information can call 561-2642.

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The Afton Annual Christmas Parade, will be part of the scheduled activites tomorrow, Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce President John Hinman told WCDO News what activites are planned:

(John Hinman 12-3-21)

Hinman said that floats and vehicles will line up at Corporate Park off Route 7, Walking groups, bicycles, and golf carts will gather at the Afton Edge Apartments.

Also on Saturday, Unadilla’s Santa Saturday & Holiday Magic Parade will be held, sponsored by the Unadilla Chamber of Commerce & The Unadilla Historical Society, spokesperson Linda Bickos explains:

(Linda Bickos 12-3-21)

More Information is available at the Unadilla Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.

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Destination Oneonta’s Festival of Trees will be held at the Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta today & tomorrow; all trees are decorated by local businesses and community members and can be viewed at Foothills today from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm and on Saturday, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Winners of each tree will be drawn on Saturday at 2:15 pm; more information is available at destinationoneonta.com.

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Bassett Healthcare Network will be holding a COVID-19 vaccination clinic open to community members, including children, on Saturday, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Bassett Medical Center’s outpatient clinic building in Cooperstown. The clinic will offer boosters for Moderna, Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson; first- and second-dose Pfizer shots for children ages 5 to 17; and flu shots. No appointments are needed for this walk-in clinic. Patients should bring their vaccination cards and prescription insurance cards.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 12-2-21

by wcdonews Posted on December 2, 2021

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 12-2-21

State Police are reminding motorists to obey the states “Move Over Law” after a state trooper on duty in his patrol car in Westchester County, had a truck crashed into his vehicle early Tuesday morning. Trooper Carlos Desilva was monitoring traffic from inside his troop car on the shoulder of I-87 when he was struck by a truck that drifted off the roadway and slammed into Desilva’s marked cruiser. State Police said the vehicle sustained heavy damage, Trooper Desilva was taken to an area hospital & was treated & released.

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Delaware County Public Health continues to report a surge in COVID 19 cases, with 111 new positive cases reported on Tuesday & Wednesday. The County has 290 Active cases, 18 are now hospitalized and 290 are quarantined, only 53.4% of County Residents are fully vaccinated.

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On Wednesday November 24th, 2021, the Town of Walton Court issued a bench warrant for the arrest of 41 year old Robert Smith of Walton, for failing to appear at court on a prior charge of criminal possession of stolen property. Delaware County Sheriff’ Deputies located Smith Tuesday in the Town of Walton, and arrested him on the bench warrant. Smith was arraigned at the Town of Walton Court and was released again in his own recognizance.

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Families visiting the Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals on Saturday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon, can have their pictures taken with Santa, Mrs. Claus and the shelter’s adoptable pets. Family dogs are invited to participate as well, but must be up to date on vaccinations. To view available animals or to donate, visit sqspca.org. or call 607-547-8111, The New Shelter is located on State Route 28 in Cooperstown.

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The Otsego County Fairgrounds in Morris is the site of this year’s “Holiday Of Lights” Event. The event will run December 10th, 11th, 12th, 17th & 18th from 6:00 to 9:00 PM each night, the cost is $10 per carload, more information is available on the Otsego County Fair Facebook page.

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Small Business Saturday may have already passed this holiday season, but area chambers are asking residents to continue to shop local wherever possible through the holiday season, Delaware County Chamber of Commerce President Ray Pucci explains:

(Ray Pucci 12-2-21)

Pucci said that 67% of money spent at local stores stays in the community, while shopping at chain stores contributes as low as only 14% to the community they are located in.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 12-2-21

Otsego County Department of Health reported 55 new cases of COVID 19 have been reported Wednesday, with an additional 22 cases also reported from November 18th to the 28th, which were in a nursing home and were not previously reported to the health department. Otsego County has 267 Active cases, with 8 Hospitalized & 2 more Deaths, Otsego County Department of Health recommends everyone, even those who are fully vaccinated, to wear a mask indoors in public, and to continue actively washing hands & practice social distancing.

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Delaware County Public Health will be conducting a COVID-19 vaccination clinic today at 97 Main Street in Delhi from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. This clinic is open to people over the age of 18 & Boosters will be available at this clinic, pre-registration is required for all Moderna Boosters through apps2.health.ny.gov. The COVID vaccine is also available for people who are completing their first series

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The caregivers of Bassett Medical Center will be holding a candle lighting service of remembrance in honor of patients who have died due to COVID-19 tonight at 7:00 PM. The in-person event for the families of the deceased will be held at the United Methodist Church in Fly Creek, The virtual event will be held on Zoom, the link is available at bassett.org/2021-memorial.

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On Sunday evening, November 28th, 2021, Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to a report of a car accident in the Town of Tompkins. 19-year old Tyler Wood of Sidney Center had 2 rifles in the vehicle, Wood is prohibited from possessing firearms, due to a previous felony conviction, he was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon & was released on an appearance ticket & is scheduled to appear in Town of Tompkins Court at a later date.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies observed a vehicle traveling on State Highway 10 in the Town of Walton, with one headlight out recently, the driver was identified as 22-year old Trevor Merwin of Walton, whose driver’s license was suspended for a previous failure to answer a summons. Merwin was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Operating with Driver’s View Obstructed, and Operating with Inadequate Headlamps; he was released on tickets and is scheduled to appear at the Town of Walton Court at a later date.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-1-21

by wcdonews Posted on December 1, 2021

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-1-21

The Village of Sidney announced that the demolition of a fire damaged building will begin today. 14 East Main Street was damaged by fire a couple of years ago, the structure at the corner of East Main & Chestnut will be demolished, the project is expected to last between 3 & 5 days.

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The Otsego County Health Department announced another COVID 19 death in their most recent report released Tuesday. The County had 48 new cases, 208 active cases, 8 are hospitalized, and the 7 day rolling average for positivity rate was 8.5%. Otsego County has had 878 COVID deaths since the pandemic started, 66 of them this year.

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Former Broome District Attorney Steve Cornwell’s case will be handled by a special prosecutor, instead of by current DA Michael Korchak. The 2 indictments accuse the former DA of public corruption and larceny during his 4-year term in office, Korchak spent 4 years as the chief assistant DA under Cornwell before taking office in January 2020 after a heated election between the 2 prosecutors.

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The Former Fire House on East Main Street in Sidney will become “The Wakeman Coffee Company” soon, it will be a coffee shop & roastery, partners Sage McKinley & Jesse Wakeman told WCDO News how this business venture started, and what renovations have been done:

(Sage McKinley-Jesse Wakeman 12-1-21)

The Wakeman Coffee Company is expected to open in the next few weeks.

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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced her bipartisan Dairy Pricing Opportunity Act today, following the Senator’s Senate Agriculture Subcommittee hearing on modernizing milk pricing and the Federal Milk Marketing Order system:

(Gillibrand 12-1-21)

Gillibrand said that the price increase for milk producers would have little affect on Milk prices in the upstate counties, as most people have their dairy supplied from farms close to their hometowns, plus farmers only receive pennies on the dollar for their role in milk priduction.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 12-1-21

The State Health Department reported that over 130,000 COVID tests were conducted Monday, with close to 6600 positives, the positivity rate is back over 5%. Patient Hospitalization are approaching 3000, ICU patients are back up to 567, the number on ventilators was at 303, there were 41 deaths in Hospitals & nursing homes from COVID on Monday.

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The Chenango County Health Department is hosting a Pfizer Vaccine Clinic at Afton Central School for children 5 and older today in the old gym at Door 13, on Sands Street, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. Registration is available at apps2.health.ny.gov or go to co.chenango.ny.us/public-health and click on the COVID vaccine and scheduling button.

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The 3rd Annual Staff Works Save a Life fundraising campaign for the Delaware Valley Humane Society begins today, where donations made to the shelter will be matched by Staffworks, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga explains:

(Erin Insinga 12-1-21)

People can donate through the Delaware Valley Humane Society website at dvhsny.org, more information is available by calling the society during normal business hours at 563-7780.

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The Salvation Army “Red Kettle” drive is on again in Sidney at the Great American. Volunteers will be set up near the front entrance of the store taking donations through the holidays.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold their next regular meeting this morning. The meeting will begin at 8:00 AM at the Trackside Diner on Main Street, Chamber Members & directors are urged to attend.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 11-30-21

by wcdonews Posted on November 30, 2021

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-30-21

Fire Investigators in Chenango County are continuing their investigation into what started the fire that Destroyed the Silo Restaurant in Greene early Sunday Morning, Silo Owner Gary Kurz told WCDO News what he was told so far:

(Gary Kurz 11-30-21)

Kurz told WCDO News that he was ready to sign papers this week to turn the ownership of the restaurant over; instead he will talk with his insurance company & also try to help the 35 employees at the SIlo, who now find themselves unemployed.

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Today is “Giving Tuesday” a day where people are encouraged to donate to their favorite charities, Commerce Chenango President & CEO Kerri Green explains:

(Kerri Green 11-30-21)

Green said that early reports from Chenango County businesses is that they were busy & did well on “Small Business Saturday” this past Saturday, many businesses are anticipating a return to activity like they had prior to the pandemic.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce held it 1st steering committee meeting recently as they try to implement a “Micro-Transit” plan to get Delaware County residents to & from Delaware County jobs, Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:

(Ray Pucci 11-30-21)

Pucci said that they are working with Getthere New York to try to implement a micro transit system similar but different than current Ride Sharing systems in place around the county, to accommodate Delaware County’s rural nature.

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Long Island Democratic Congressman Tom Suozzi announced that he is running for New York Governor in 2022. Suozzi becomes the 4th Democrat to announce a run for Governor, following current Governor Kathy Hochul, Attorney General Letitia James & New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Williams. Suozzi has been a congressman since 2016, he recently ruened down an invitation to Join the administration of the next New York City Mayor Eric Adams.

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Local car dealers have been having issues with people stealing Catalytic Coverters off of the bottom of the cars they have for sale, Sidney Police Chief Eric Oliver comments about the recent crimes & what local residents can do:

(Sidney Police Chief Eric Oliver 11-30-21)

Chief Oliver said that while some of the dealerships are technically out of their jurisdiction, they still patrol that area, and they work cooperatively with the State Police & local Sheriff’s Departments if an issue arises.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-30-21

Delaware County Public Health continues to see a high positivity rate of COVID 19, 12.08% of all tested Saturday through Monday have the virus, there were 76 new cases, there are 202 active cases, 14 hospitalized & 218 quarantined. 53.2 of Delaware County Residents are fully vaccinated, 80% of the positive cases are unvaccinated.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded on November 16th, to a two car accident on County Highway 11 in the Town of Davenport. Deputies determined that one of the drivers, 29-year-old Eli Stapleton was driving with a suspended driver’s license. Stapleton was subsequently arrested and charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operator of a Motor Vehicle, he was released and is scheduled to appear at the Davenport Town Court at a later date.

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The American Red Cross urges eligible blood donors to give blood at their next community blood drive. 2 Blood Drives are being held locally today, one at the Garrattsville Fire Department from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, & another at the Sidney Elks Lodge on River Street from 2:00 to 6:00 PM, Appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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Attorney General Letitia James today released her annual “Pennies for Charity: Fundraising by Professional Fundraisers” report, which found that charities that retained professional fundraisers received about two-thirds of every dollar donated in 2020, earning more than $380 million. After analyzing 718 campaigns conducted by professional fundraisers in 2020, the report concludes that charities earned 73% of donations from those campaigns, a small increase from the previous year and in line with the last 4 years’ results.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 11-29-21

by wcdonews Posted on November 29, 2021

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-29-21

The Silo Restaurant in Greene was destroyed by a fire early Sunday Morning, with 17 fire companies from 3 counties responding, WCDO News spoke with owner Gary Kurz, who said that he had an agreement in place to sell the legendary restaurant & was ready to sign papers this week:

(Gary Kurz 11-29-21)

Kurz said that he had about 35 employees at the Silo, he said that investigators are at the scene today to try to determine where the fire started, it was not a kitchen fire & appeared to start in the middle of the building, and the nearby Carriage house was not affected.

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The 3rd Annual Staff Works Save a Life fundraising campaign for the Delaware Valley Humane Society will be held in the month of December, Society Director Erin Insinga explains:

(Erin Insinga 11-29-21)

In past years, the money raised went for upgrades and routine costs for the Sidney facility, more information is available at 563-7780.

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The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office announced that a motor vehicle accident in the Town of Sidney has resulted in the arrest of a Village of Sidney resident on a suspended registration charges. On Tuesday November 23rd, Deputies were dispatched to a report of a 1 car motor vehicle accident, Deputies observed that the vehicle involved had exited the roadway and impacted the guide-rail rendering the vehicle inoperable. Deputies located the operator of the vehicle, 25 year old Alexandra Ahern, of Sidney and issued her an appearance ticket for Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended Registration, she will appear before the Town of Sidney Court at a later date to answer for the charge.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced changes aimed at encouraging more food-insecure older adults and disabled individuals to enroll in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. The changes include simplifying the SNAP application, extending the duration these households can receive benefits before needing to recertify, and eliminating the need for them to complete an interview during the recertification process. Starting in December, eligible older New Yorkers can also now recertify their benefits for 36 months—12 months longer than the previous timeline for recertification, applicants will no longer be required to complete an interview to recertify their benefits.

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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli today released 3 reports that found more than $100 million in improper payments made by the Department of Health for the Medicare buy-in program, maternity care, and drug and therapy claims. Nearly $400,000 in premiums may have been paid for deceased individuals. DOH officials generally agreed with many of the recommendations that DiNapoli’s auditors provided in each audit. The reports can be found at osc.state.ny.us.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Sheriff’s Deputies responded Thursday to a physical domestic dispute in the Village of Walton. Deputies were informed that the suspect, 33-year-old Leanne Woolard of Walton, had left on foot and was possibly armed with a knife. Woolard allegedly engaged in physical contact with another person during a domestic dispute and caused another person physical injury with a dangerous instrument. Deputies charged Woolard with 2nd degree Assault, plus Menacing, she was arraigned in the Village of Walton court and was released & was ordered to reappear at a later date.

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A.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-29-21

The Silo Restaurant in Greene was destroyed by fire early Sunday morning. Chenango County Fire Officials reported that Coventry Fire department responded first, & was assisted by firefighters from Bainbridge, Oxford, Greene, Guilford, Harpursville, Afton, Masonville & Sidney, along with several Broome County Fire Companies. No injuries were reported, The nearby Carriage House was not affected, the Cause of the fire is under investigation.

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Governor Hochul declared a state of emergency aimed at increasing hospital capacity and addressing medical staffing shortages as the nation braces for the new omicron variant of the coronavirus. The new protocols will take effect December 3rd, and the order will remain in place at least until January 15th, when it will be reassessed. The emergency declaration will allow the state Department of Health to limit nonessential and non-urgent hospital procedures in situations where a hospital has less than 10% staffed bed capacity. The order will also expand state purchasing capability to obtain emergency medical supplies.

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The State Health Department continues to see a rising positivity rate in COVID testing. Saturday, over 145,000 were tested, with over 6100 positives, for a rate of 4.23%. Patient hospitalizations are now over 2,750, with 538 ICU patients, 298 on ventilators, & 31 more deaths in hospitals & nursing homes.

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The Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals will be closed Today through this Friday for a week dedicated to feline spays and neuters, by the end of the week, the SQSPCA expects to have altered approximately 150 cats.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 11-26-21

by wcdonews Posted on November 26, 2021

P.M. News Friday 11-26-21

State Police and local law enforcement agencies will continue with their special traffic safety initiative to prevent unsafe driving behavior during the holiday weekend. Temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects are suspended statewide through Monday morning; State Police will supplement regular patrols statewide with dedicated impaired driving patrols with sobriety checkpoints, underage drinking enforcement and the use of Concealed Identity patrol vehicles to locate drivers talking or texting on handheld devices.

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The New York State Consumer Protection Board & area Law Enforcement Agencies are reminding residents of a few tips to avoid getting shipped items stolen from your front porch of steps this year. Residents are advised to Keep track of packages, as many retailers or Delivery companies like Federal Express or UPS offer online shipping details the holidays. Also, Beware of phishing attempts, where scammers will send emails and text messages and impersonating delivery companies, or banking and credit card companies, or large retailers, which may include links to sites attempting to steal your banking information. More information is available at https://dos.ny.gov/consumer-protection

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The Chenango County Historical Society reminds local shoppers to check out their Museum Store this Sunday. For the 5th consecutive year, more than 1,650 museum stores will participate in Museum Store Sunday this year, the Museum Shop at the Chenango County Historical Society in Norwich will be open from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, more information is available at ChenangoHistorical.org/shop.

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A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 11-26-21

The American Red Cross continues to report Blood Shortages, they are asking eligible residents to donate blood, a blood drive is being held today in Oneonta from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Elm Park Methodist Church on Chestnut Street & in Cooperstown from 12:30 to 6:30 PM at Bassett Hall, appointments can be made by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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Delaware County Public Health reported 2 more COVID Deaths, for Tuesday & Wednesday, bringing the total to 76 for the pandemic. Delaware County still reports a high positivity rate of almost 10.5%, there were 55 new cases of COVID, 227 active cases, 10 hospitalized & 403 quarantined. 53.2% of County residents are fully vaccinated, 76% of cases are not vaccinated.

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Tomorrow is Small Business Saturday, Commerce Chenango President & CEO Kerri Green comments:

(Kerri Green 11-26-21)

Green added that before the pandemic, Small Business Saturday increased revenue each year, & this year many small businesses are trying to rebound after the COVID 19 pandemic shut down.

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The Annual Holiday Festival of Lights ceremony will be held in Oxford at LaFayette Park on Sunday, at 5:00 PM. A variety of activities are planned, A flyer is available at pon.oxfordny.com.

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The caregivers of Bassett Medical Center will be holding a candle lighting service of remembrance in honor of patients who have died due to COVID-19 on Thursday, December 2nd at 7:00 PM. The in-person event will be held at the United Methodist Church in Fly Creek, The virtual event will be held via Zoom. Visit www.bassett.org/2021-memorial for the link and more information.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-24-21

by wcdonews Posted on November 24, 2021

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-24-21

4 Towns Forward & local Chambers of Commerce are urging area Holiday shoppers to shop local on Small Business Saturday, Sidney Chamber & 4 Towns Forward President Teri Schunk comments.

(Teri Schunk 11-24-21)

For every dollar spent at a small business, American Express estimates an average of 67 cents stays in that business’s local community, plus many small businesses are trying to rebound after the pandemic shut down many retailers in 2020.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 36 year old Thomas Palmatier of Butternuts, following the investigation of an accident in the Town Of Morris. Palmatier was charged with 2nd & 3rd degree Aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, failure to keep right, among other charges, he was issued an appearance ticket for town of Morris Court at a later date.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 20 year old Andrew Wellman of Hartwick, for endangering the Welfare of a child & 2nd degree harassment, following the report of a physical domestic dispute on November 17th. Wellman was arraigned & was released & ordered to appear in Town of Hartwick Court at a later date.

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27 Year Old Tyler Streeter of Norwich has been arrested following an investigation by the Department of Homeland Security, the Norwich City Police. Streeter was arrested Monday for interstate transportation of a minor, with the intent that the minor engage in prostitution or any criminal sexual activity. The alleged offense took place in April in the state of Maine, Streeter is being held in the Oneida County Jail pending transfer to the State of Maine by the U.S. Marshals Service.

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The State Health Department continues to monitor the surge in COVID 19 cases statewide. Over 178,000 people were tested Monday with 7166 positive, just over 4% of all tested. Hospitalizations continue to increase, to 2580, the number in an ICU bed is just under 500 again & the number on Ventilators is 242, there were 31 deaths from COVID in Hospitals & Nursing homes Monday.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-24-21

State Police and local law enforcement agencies will participate in a special traffic safety initiative to prevent unsafe driving behavior during the Thanksgiving weekend today through Sunday. temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on New York State highways will be suspended beginning Wednesday, Nov. 24 at 6 am. through Monday, Nov. 29 at 6 am. The State Police will supplement regular patrols statewide with dedicated impaired driving patrols including Drug Recognition Experts, fixed sobriety checkpoints, underage drinking enforcement, speed enforcement, and the use of Concealed Identity Traffic Enforcement patrol vehicles to better locate drivers talking or texting on handheld devices.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office announced the 2nd arrest of a Walton man on Grand Larceny charges resulting from a lengthy and ongoing investigation. On Monday, Deputies and Investigators arrested 58-year-old Raymond Albertina of the Town of Walton, for 1 count of 3rd degree Grand Larceny for allegedly making numerous unauthorized purchases using another person’s credit card, in excess of $3,000.00. Albertina was previously arrested on November 4th for 2nd & 3rd degree Grand Larceny for allegedly stealing property from business associates determined to be valued over $53,000.00. Albertina was arraigned in the Town of Franklin Court and again released to reappear at a later date.

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The Oxford and McDonough Communities are invited to the 37th annual Free Thanksgiving take-out dinner, from 11:45 am. to 1 pm., on Thursday. This year the dinner will be held at St. Paul’s Church Parish House at 34 Main Street, more information is available by calling 843-6249.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 11-23-21

by wcdonews Posted on November 23, 2021

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-23-21

Chenango County Public Health confirmed 4 more COVID-19 attributed deaths in the county from COVID 19, bringing their total number of deaths to 91 spokesman Isaiah Sutton comments:

(Isaiah Sutton 11-23-21)

Chenango County continues to have COVID 19 numbers as high, or higher than the numbers they were getting in January of this year, there are 238 active cases, 1/3 of which are fully vaccinated, 5 are hospitalized and 582 are quarantined.

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Bassett Healthcare Network announced that they are now offering COVID-19 vaccines to everyone aged 5 and older. Vaccines are available for children ages 5 to 11 in pediatric clinics and school-based health centers across the region, parents should make an appointment by calling the child’s practitioner. Future Vaccine clinics will be posted soon at bassett.org or on the Bassett Healthcare Network Facebook page.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that over $81 million has been awarded to support 97 priority projects across New York State through the Regional Economic Development Council initiative. Locally, in the Southern Tier, Buckingham Manufacturing will be able to purchase New equipment, The Delaware County IDA will expand the existing Andes food hub, “Catskills Harvest,” to include an advanced geothermal and solar powered carbon-neutral greenhouse & also for the Delhi Industrial Wastewater Pipeline to address environmental concerns , and Finback Brewery will re-develop a 320-acre farm in the Town of Walton into a brewery, taproom, orchard, and modern bed & breakfast.

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The State Department of Labor released preliminary local unemployment rates for October, the State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased from 7.1% in September to 6.9% in October 2021. Locally, Chenango County had 3.7% unemployment, Delaware & Otsego Counties both had 3.9% unemployment in October.

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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced her bipartisan More Options to Develop and Enhance Remote Nutrition in WIC Act today.

(Gillibrand 11-23-21)

In the first year of the pandemic, WIC providers reported a 2.5% increase in WIC participation, and more than 360,000 low-income New Yorkers continue relying on this social safety net to feed themselves and their families. To keep up with the growing need, Gillibrand’s bill would codify 2 waivers granted through the Families First Coronavirus Response Act that simplified user access to WIC benefits by offering remote services, and it would also invest $60 million to modernize the critical safety net program.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 11-23-21

Delaware County Public Health reported 3 more COVID deaths, bringing their total up to 74 during this pandemic. Delaware County had 70 more positive cases of COVID 19 during the latest reporting period of Saturday through Monday, there are now 265 active cases, 12 hospitalized & 366 quarantined. 53.2% of the total Delaware County population are vaccinated while 73% of the positive cases are unvaccinated, 32% of the cases are in public schools among students & staff.

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The Windsor Central School District will hold a special vote on two propositions today; the 1st is a $27.5-million-dollar Capital Improvement Project with 85% state aid & capital reserves covering the costs. The 2nd proposition is for the purchase of three 66-passenger buses at a cost not to exceed $390,000 dollars, the new buses would replace old busses with high mileage, and State aid would cover 90% of the cost with the rest coming from the district’s annual budget. More information is available at windsor-csd.org

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The Guilford Town Board will hold a Special ZOOM meeting at 6:30 PM tonight, to review the December 13th Special Election resolution for the local Cannabis Opt Out Law, Election day Ballot Instructions & the ballot. ZOOM instruction can be found on the town of Guilford Website.

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The Laurens Central School District announced that they will be all remote learning today, due to a number of students & staff suffering from COVID 19.

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