WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 10-8-21

by wcdonews Posted on October 11, 2021

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-8-21

Commerce Chenango and Morrisville State College-Norwich invites local businesses to participate in the 2021 Career Expo on November 9th from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Attendees will be able to talk one-on-one with representatives of corporate, small business, government, and non-profit organizations. prospective Employers can register to participate at files.constantcontact.com, no later than October 20th.

State Police will team up with local law enforcement on special traffic enforcement efforts for the Columbus Day weekend, cracking down on speeding and impaired motorists. The Columbus Day campaign will run through Tuesday, as Troopers expect increased traffic volumes due to the holiday weekend and fall tourism. During last year’s Columbus Day enforcement period, State Police and local law enforcement issued 44,016 total tickets, including 11,618 for speeding and 941 for impaired driving.

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Chenango River Theater will present only the 2nd staging ever of “The Craftsman ‘ which premiered in Philadelphia recently. Tonight is the Opening Night Performance, Theater spokesman Bill Lelbach explains:

(Bill Lelbach 10-8-21)

Lelbach said that the Author Bruce Graham will be in attendance tonight, the show runs through October 24th, on Thursday, Friday & Saturday nights at 7:30 & Sunday Matinees at 2:00 PM, Tickets can be purchased at chenangorivertheatre.org, or by calling the box office at 656-8499.

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Today is the 1st day of the annual 3 day SPIEDIE FEST, at Otsinigno Park in Binghamton, spokesman Dave Pessagno explains:

(DAVE PESSAGNO 10-8-21)

Tonight’s concert is Barenaked Ladies, Saturday’s performer is Country Act Billy Currington & Sunday, Country Star Martina McBride.

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A virtual “Glow Run” has been organized for Amanda Decker of Bainbridge, who is going through a form of Cancer, local Cancer survivor & Glow Run Organizer Heather Bucalos told WCDO News about this year’s Bainbridge Glow Run Virtual 60 Mile Challenge called “Glow For Amanda”:

(Heather Bucalos 10-8-21)

Bucalos said that Registration starts today at runsignup.com Bainbridge Glow Run more information is available at the Bainbridge Glow Challenge: Glow4Amanda Facebook page.

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The Out Of The Woodwork Players will have their production of “BURYING THE HATCHETTS” live at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre Tonight & Saturday Night at 7:30 pm and Sunday afternoon at 2:00 PM. More information about this & future shows can be found by calling 607-288-3882 or go to jerichoarts.com.

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Organizers for the annual Boilermaker race in Utica will have more than 7,500 people will participate this year. Over 6800 will participate in person & about 435 will race virtually this year on Sunday.

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The Otsego County Department of Health is offering a clinic for the COVID vaccines today between 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. at the Meadows Office Complex in Middlefield. Pre-registration is required, at otsegocounty.com.

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The Chenango County Historical Society will host a special program Saturday with several activities planned in celebration of Path Through History weekend. Both the exhibit opening and “Wall of Honor” ceremony will be held at 45 Rexford Street in Norwich, more information is available at ChenangoHistorical.org or 334-9227, extension 2.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 10-7-21

by wcdonews Posted on October 7, 2021

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 10-7-21

Governor Kathy Hochul today signed several pieces of legislation aimed toward reducing drug-related overdose deaths across New York State and encouraging those suffering from addiction to seek help in their recovery. Governor Hochul said that 1 bill will decriminalize possession of opioid antagonists, which are drugs that block opioids by attaching to opioid receptors without activating them, another bill establishes a program for the use of medication assisted substance use disorder treatment for incarcerated individuals, another decriminalizes the possession and sale of hypodermic needles and syringes & another bill establishes an online directory for distributors of opioid antagonists, to be maintained by the Office of Addiction Services and Supports.

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Governor Kathy Hochul announced that $125 million in state funding is now available to help landlords that couldn’t participate in the New York State Emergency Rental Assistance Program due to a federal requirement for tenants to participate in the application process. The State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance is accepting applications starting Today, the Landlord Rental Assistance Program provides up to 12 months of past-due rent to landlords, the assistance is first come, first serve, for landlords who did not receive rent due to the COVID-19 pandemic, more information can be found at otda.ny.gov.

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Delaware County Public Health reported 38 more cases of COVID 19 on Tuesday & Wednesday, they have 161 active cases, 8 hospitalized and they are back up to 299 quarantined. Delaware County still reports a 6.3% positivity rate, well above the state average. Only 50.9% of the County population are vaccinated, 63% of the positive cases are unvaccinated, 16% of the positive cases are Pre-K-12th students or school district employees.

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Delaware County Clean Sweep Chemical Disposal Days are being held Friday for County Businesses and Saturday for homeowners. The County Solid Waste Department will collect various household chemicals for proper disposal such as paint, pesticides, automotive chemicals, glues, and pool chemicals, various types of light bulbs & sharps & syringes. The clean Sweep disposal days were able to be held on their usual days in October this year, last year they were forced to hold the event later in the year due to the COVID pandemic & subsequent shutdown.

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The Afton Parks & Recreation Committee announced that they will host a Halloween Party on Saturday October 30th, at the River Club in Afton. Prizes will be awarded for the best Costume; more information is available at 639-1022.

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A.M. NEWS Thursday 10-7-21

A Chenango County man was arraigned in federal court Tuesday, 42 year old Brian Whipple of New Berlin was indicted for receipt and possession of child pornography, from 2009 to 2020, and allegedly possessed the images on multiple devices. Whipple faces a minimum of five years and a maximum of 20 years in prison if convicted. He would also have to register as a sex offender and could be fined up to $250,000.

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The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage and must collect 10,000 additional blood products each week for the next several weeks to meet hospital and patient needs. Donors of all blood types, especially type O, are urged to make an appointment. A blood drive is being held today in Delhi, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Delhi Alliance Church on state Route 28. 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 Board of Elections reminds County Voters that October 8th is the last day to register in person and to postmark a registration form for the November 2nd General Election. Early voting will be in the County Office in Delhi will be from October 23rd through October 31st. More information is available at 832-5321.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-6-21

by wcdonews Posted on October 6, 2021

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-6-21

A virtual “Glow Run” has been organized for a young woman from Bainbridge who is going through a form of Cancer, local Cancer survivor & Glow Run Organizer Heather Bucalos told WCDO News about the Bainbridge Glow Run Virtual 60 Mile Challenge called “Glow For Amanda”:

(Heather Bucalos 10-6-21)

Bucalos is a 2 time cancer survivor who has been raising money with “Glow Runs” for the last several years, people can sign up starting this Friday at runsignup.com/Race/NY/Bainbridge/Glow Fundraiser or at the Bainbridge Glow Challenge: Glow4Amanda Facebook page.

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The Oneonta Common Council voted Tuesday night to name Christopher Witzenburg as Chief of Police, replacing Douglas Brenner, who retired earlier this year. Witzenburg has served as interim chief; he has been with the Oneonta Police Department for 23 years. The Common Council also approved of the Police Reform & Reinvention plan for the Oneonta Police Department.

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State Police arrested 30 year old Matthew Appley of Fish’s Eddy for Reckless Endangerment & Criminal Possession of a Weapon. Troopers from Deposit were dispatched to a disturbance on South Main Street in Fish’s Eddy, Appley is accused of firing a weapon at 2 vehicles, no one was injured but 2 vehicles were damaged. Troopers located Appley and he was arrested without incident, he was arraigned by a judge & was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $25,000 bond.

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The Raymond Corporation observed National Manufacturing Day with more than 2,500 student registrants from around the country during an interactive digital event on October 1st, 2021. This year was the second year Raymond’s Manufacturing Day was an entirely digital event, last year’s event drew just under 1000 viewers, Manufacturers will seek to fill 4.6 million jobs over the next decade, and more information is available at raymondcorp.com.

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Candidates running for office in Norwich and Chenango County will meet with their prospective constituents at a public candidates’ forum later this month. The forum will take place from 1:00 to 4:00 PM on Sunday, October 17th at the Norwich American Legion Hall at 29 Sheldon Street in Norwich.

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Governor Kathy Hochul announced a plan to expand healthcare worker vaccine mandates to include employees that work in the Officer of Mental Health and the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities. Employees in these agencies will need to show proof of a least 1 dose of the COVID-19 vaccine by November 1st, they will not have the option to receive weekly COVID testing. The requirement will apply to all employees who work at psychiatric hospitals and those working at specialty hospitals. Tomorrow, a previously enacted vaccine requirement will take effect for personnel at adult-care facilities, long-term health care programs, AIDS home care programs, hospice care along with other similar programs.

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Broome County District Attorney Mike Korchak announced today that Lisa Stevens of Glen Aubrey was sentenced to 2 1/2 to 7 years in prison, for 2nd degree Grand Larceny. Stevens was accused of taking money from clients while working as a travel agent, and failing to deliver either refunds or services to the clients, amounting to over $100,000. Stevens faces similar charges connected to that Larceny in Onondaga County.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-6-21

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that about $149 million in federal aid has been distributed to counties statewide to help older New Yorkers meet basic needs, remain in their homes and communities, slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus, and get vaccinated. The Southern Tier Counties of Broome, Chenango and Delaware will share $5,401,414 in funding.

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The Village of Sidney Police Department conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that officers observed commit several traffic infractions, 36 year old Jason Katalinas was charged with Felony DWI, Aggravated unlicensed operation, Use of vehicle without interlock device, Failure to submit to a breath test, Failure to keep right, he was released on appearance tickets to appear in Village of Sidney Court at a later date.

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The Bainbridge American Legion will host a “Meet & Greet” in the meeting room at the back of Bob’s Dinner AT 6:00 pm tonight. All area Military Service Veterans are invited to attend. An overview will be presented which will focus on what the Bainbridge American Legion does for the community.

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The next Sidney Chamber of Commerce meeting will be held this morning at 8:00 AM. The meeting will be held at the Sidney Golf Course, chamber members & directors are urged to attend.

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Chenango Arts Council announced the return of free Movie nights, with a show tonight in Norwich, Council Executive Director Alecia O’Neill explains:

(Alecia O’Neill 10-6-21)

O’Neill said that they have scheduled Halloween themed events this month; they can be found at chenangoarts.org.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 10-5-21

by wcdonews Posted on October 5, 2021

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-5-21

Delaware County Public Health reported they 55th COVID-19 death on Monday.  Delaware County Public Health’s reported 52 new COVID positive cases Saturday through Monday, they have 152 active cases, 6 hospitalized and 248 quarantined. The county has recorded 3,338 cases with 3131 recoveries since the pandemic began.

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NY State of Health announced the affordable health insurance options available to New Yorkers in 2022. Open enrollment for coverage in a 2022 Qualified Health Plan starts November 16th for new and returning consumers and ends on January 31, 2022.   For additional information, visit the NY State of Health website at: nystateofhealth.ny.gov or call us at: 1-855-355-5777.  

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Commerce Chenango will hold their annual Legislative Breakfast on Thursday October 14th, at the Silo Restaurant in Greene, starting at 8:00 AM.  Representatives from the Economic Development Council and The Business Council of New York State will attend, local lawmakers State Senators Fred Akshar & Peter Oberacker and Assemblyman Joe Angelino have been invited to attend, and RSVP’s are required by this Thursday on the Commerce Chenango website, by calling the office at 334-1400 or email to register@chenangony.org.

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The State DEC announced that the State’s new catch-and-release trout stream season begins on October 16th, as part of the DEC’s Statewide Trout Stream Management Plan.  The new season runs until March 31st of next year & requires anglers to use only artificial lures and immediately release trout they catch. More information about freshwater fishing in New York is available at dec.ny.gov.

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Chobani and the Utica based non-profit Compassion Coalition donated & delivered $29,000 worth of food and supplies to help 4 local backpack programs in Central New York last week.  Chobani distributed more than 1,200 cases of their products to the Edmeston Central School, Unadilla Valley School District, Sherburne-Earlville Central School, and Norwich City Schools, to restock school food pantries, which helps to feed more than 200 children and their families throughout the year.  Chobani also announced that they are sending 200,000 Chobani products to those affected by Hurricane Ida; this follows a recent delivery of 100,000 products to Afghan evacuees in temporary housing across the country, and the US servicemen and women supporting them.

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State Police arrested 24 year old David Kemp of Eaton for using a fake COVID 19 Vaccination card, after his employer turned him in.  Kemp could face 7 years in prison after being charged with possession of a forged instrument & the unauthorized use of a government agency’s seal on the fake card makes it a federal crime.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-5-21

State Police have identified the deceased individual shot by a Walton Police Officer as 66 year old Paul Weeden of Walton.  On Monday Morning, an officer from the Walton Police Department was dispatched to a mental health call on Griswold Street, the officer made contact with Weeden, who pointed what was believed to be a gun at the officer, the officer retreated, Weeden followed & ignored multiple commands to drop his weapon, he again pointed the suspected gun at the officer, who fired his weapon and struck Weeden.  The officer called for EMS and rendered emergency aid, Weeden was pronounced dead at the scene.  The investigation is continuing.

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Dylan Robinson was sentenced to 20 years to life in prison in Otsego County Court on Monday, for the murder of his father, Kenneth Robinson in Worcester in October 2019.  Robinson & several others were accused of going to Kenneth Robinson’s home to steal money & marijuana, it escalated to the killing of the elder Robinson & attempting to burn the house down to cover up the crimes.  Robinson was convicted after a 3 day trial in June.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced State agencies, cities, towns, and Indian Tribal governments can now apply for federal funding  to assist with mitigation projects designed to strengthen resiliency against future national disasters. The application period is open through November 30th using FEMA GO online. The State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services will review the applications and assist applicants with questions on the process.

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Otsego County Department of Health reported 24 new positive COVID tests Monday; they have 102 active cases, 6 hospitalized, and a 7 day rolling average positivity rate of 2.9%.  They have had over 5500 total cases & 69 deaths during this pandemic.

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New York State officials and members of the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services’ Office of Fire Prevention and Control will preside over the 24th Annual New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center in Albany today at 11:00 AM.  The event will also be livestreamed at ny.gov.

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Chenango County Public Health announced that they are hosting a Pfizer booster clinic for those eligible, today from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at the South Plaza location in Norwich. About 400 appointments are available, more information or registration is available at co.chenango.ny.us. 

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 10-4-21

by wcdonews Posted on October 5, 2021

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 10-4-21

State Police are investigating the shooting of a Walton resident by a Walton Police Officer early this morning.  The early investigation states that a Walton Police Officer was dispatched to a mental health call on Griswold Street early this morning, the deceased failed to put down a weapon, and was shot by the officer, the investigation is continuing by the State Police & the Attorney General’s Office.

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This Week is Fire Prevention week in New York State, Christina Yee of the Fireman’s Association of the State of New York told WCDO News about this year’s theme:

(Christina Yee 10-4-21)

More information about this year’s theme is available at fasny.com or nfpa.org.

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The Delaware County Chamber has partnered with DCMO BOCES for a business start-up program starting tonight, to help fledgling entrepreneurs get started, Delaware County Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:

(Ray Pucci 10-4-21)

More information is available at dcmoboces.com or by calling 746-2281.

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Delaware County Public Health Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For dogs, cats and ferrets on Tuesday October 12 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at the East Branch Fire Hall on Bridge Street, more information is available at 832-5200 or delawarecountypublichealth.com

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 10-4-21

Delaware County Public Health announced that they had 46 new COVID 19 cases on Thursday & Friday, with a 6.5% positivity rate.  8 people are hospitalized, 319 are quarantined & there have been 54 deaths from the pandemic. Only 50, 7% of Delaware County Residents are vaccinated.

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Otsego County Department of Health is offering a clinic for COVID-19 vaccine on Friday October 8, from 9:30-12:30pm at the Meadows Office Complex in Cooperstown, registrations are required at otsegocounty.com  

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 9-30-21

by wcdonews Posted on September 30, 2021

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 9-30-21

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, chair of the Senate Armed Services Personnel Subcommittee, held a video press conference to address the rising rate of suicide in the military, the Department of Defense released its annual report on suicide, showing that 580 service members died by suicide in 2020, a large increase from 2019’s report of 498 service members. Gillibrand said that she told top Military Brass this week that mental health issues can no longer be swept under the rug:

(Gillibrand 9-30-21)

Gillibrand said that 3 10th Mountain Division soldiers at Fort Drum lost their lives to suicide within 48 hours, two weeks ago & She is also renewing her push to pass the Brandon Act, named in Brandon Castera’s honor, which would expand access to mental health care services for active-duty military personnel, including access to confidential mental health evaluation referrals without fear of retaliation.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that because of the low percentage of 12 to 18 year old getting vaccinated against COVID 19, more & more pop up vaccination sites will be set up at school around the state:

(Hochul 9-30-21)

Hochul said that the statewide positivity rate on COVID tests has been hovering around 2.8% for the last week, State officials are also working at getting pop up vaccination sites at houses of worship around the state, to continue to get the percentage of New Yorkers vaccinated higher & higher.

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The Raymond Corporation will host a virtual Manufacturing Day event tomorrow, between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This is the 2nd year that Raymond’s Manufacturing Day will be an entirely digital and virtual event, Raymond Executive Vice President of Human Resources Steve VanNostrand told WCDO news about the event:

(Steve Van Nostrand 9-29-21)

Van Nostrand said that Raymond is looking to add to their workforce over the next years & decades, Overall, manufacturers seek to fill 4.6 million jobs over the next decade.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $45 million in state grant funding has been awarded to counties statewide for improving the operability of emergency communications across the State. This funding will enable local governments to expand their ability to communicate, exchange valuable data, and streamline information to enhance collaboration and assist first responders. Locally, Broome County receives $710,422, Chenango County gets $511,743, Delaware County gets $604,415 & Otsego County receives $663,885.

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Delaware County Public Health reported 29 new cases of COVID 19 on Tuesday & Wednesday, with a positivity rate over 8%. Public Health reports 145 active cases, 6 are hospitalized & 320 quarantined. Only 50.6% of the total population are vaccinated, 74% of the positive cases are unvaccinated 26% of the positive cases are Pre-K-12th students/employees

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-30-21

The American Red Cross continues to ask for eligible people to donate blood, as blood supplies are at their lowest since the summer of 2015 locally. Blood Drives are being held locally today in Morris from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Zion Episcopal Church, at 162 Main Street, and in South Kortright from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM at the South Kortright Central School on State Highway 10. 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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State Police were dispatched to State Route 28 in Andes for a State DOT truck struck by a vehicle. An investigation at the scene revealed that 4 DOT workers were in a truck retrieving cones in a work zone. 2 of the occupants of the DOT truck exited the vehicle when a 43-year-old male rear ended it. The 43-year-old male was not injured. The driver of the DOT truck, a 53-year-old male sustained a shoulder injury, A 24-year-old male passenger in the DOT truck was not injured, the 2 DOT workers that had stepped out were injured after they jumped over the guiderail; one had a minor Knee injury, the other sustained a laceration to the arm, he was transported to O’Connor Hospital for further medical care. Impairment was not a factor in the crash.

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The Northeast Classic Car Museum announced today is the last day to purchase a raffle tickets for the 1970 Candy Apple Red Ford Mustang convertible. The drawing will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, October 7th in the Lobby of the Museum on Rexford Street in Norwich, to enter and for Official Rules visit classiccarmuseum.org, Tickets must be purchased or postmarked by 4:00 PM today.

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A new study conducted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture appears to indicate white-tailed deer can carry the COVID-19 virus, but health officials say the chances of a human getting infected by a COVID-positive deer are low, but they still urge hunters to take precautions. The study analyzed serum samples from free-ranging white-tailed deer in four states, New York, Pennsylvania, Michigan and Illinois, 40% of deer tested were positive for antibodies, meaning they had been exposed to the virus at some point. The New York Department of Environmental Conservation said that the risk of animals spreading COVID-19 to people is low.

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Democratic Candidate for Norwich Mayor, John Quattrocchi is hosting a Town Hall meeting tonight from 6:30 – 8:30 PM, at Creative Works & The Artist’s Palette at 17 & 19 South Broad Street in Norwich. Quattrocchi faces Republican Brian Doliver on Election Day in November,

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-29-21

by wcdonews Posted on September 29, 2021

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-29-21

Chenango County Public Health announced that next Tuesday, October 5th, they are hosting a Pfizer booster clinic for those eligible, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at the South Plaza location in Norwich. About 400 appointments are available, more information or registration is available at co.chenango.ny.us. The County currently has 108 Active Cases of COVID 19, 29% are vaccinated cases, and 272 are quarantined.

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The American Red Cross continues to ask the public to donate blood as soon as possible, as donations are at their lowest point since the summer of 2015. A Blood drive is being held in Cooperstown until 4:30 this afternoon at the St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, at 31 Elm Street. 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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Bassett Healthcare Network announced some temporary changes to services, this week, as they anticipated that there would be a significant shortage of employees, based on the state mandate that health care workers had to get COVID Vaccinations, or leave their jobs. Gabby Argo of Bassett Healthcare said that they had a high percentage of vaccinated workers:

(Gabby Argo 9-29-21)

Argo said that the most up-to-date information about temporary service changes can be found at bassett.org.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced Dr. Mary Bassett has been appointed Commissioner of the Department of Health. From 2014 through summer 2018, Dr. Bassett served as commissioner of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Dr. Bassett replaces Dr. Howard Zucker, who served as Health Commissioner for just under 7 1/2 years.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-29-21

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies investigated a personal injury car-deer accident on State Highway 206 in Trout Creek Saturday Night. 32 year-old Anthony Mister of Sidney collided with a deer and sustained a head injury, he was transported to Delaware Valley Hospital in Walton for treatment. A routine driver’s license inquiry revealed that Mister’s driver’s license was suspended for failure to answer a summons, he was charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, he was released and directed to appear in the Town of Tompkins Court on a later date.

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The State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance announced that construction is underway on Greater Opportunities for Broome and Chenango’s North Side Rehabilitation Project, that will create 27 units of permanent supportive housing across 4 sites in Binghamton. The 8.1 Million Dollar project will serve people who have experienced homelessness, mental illness, people who were formerly incarcerated, veterans, young adults and youth aging out of foster care.

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Governor Hochul announced that all New Yorkers enrolled in SNAP will see their level of benefits increase next month resulting from a federal cost adjustment. On average, households enrolled in SNAP will see their regular benefits increase by about $36 per person. The U.S Department of Agriculture to re-calculated SNAP benefits, which resulted in the 1st increase in more than 45 years. In New York, a family of four will see their benefits increase from a maximum allotment of $680 to $835 under the new plan.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 9-28-21

by wcdonews Posted on September 28, 2021

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-28-21

Chenango County Public Health confirmed their 84th COVID-19 attributed death today.  Chenango County Public Health has 105 active cases, including 33 vaccinated cases; they have 277 quarantined, & 2 hospitalized.    Only 57% of Chenango County Residents have had at least one dose of a COVID vaccine, more Pfizer vaccine clinics are expected to be scheduled next week, more information is available by calling 337-1660.

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The Broome County Health Department announced that they have had to reopen their rapid COVID testing site.   Residents can get tested on weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 PM by appointment only, in front of the health department on Front Street in Binghamton.  The announcement follows that the rapid increase in COVID cases in the county has once again increased demand for the testing, as some local health care providers were becoming overwhelmed with testing requests.  More information is available at 778-2802.

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The New York State Department of Labor today announced the state’s $15 minimum wage phase-in will continue, with the next stage taking effect December 31, 2021. The minimum wage will rise to $15 per hour on Long Island and in Westchester, matching the New York City minimum; the minimum wage should rise to $13.20 per hour in the rest of the state.

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Bassett Healthcare Network announced some temporary changes to services beginning today.  Officials reported that Outpatient Laboratory blood draws are now by appointment only, Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  Patients can schedule an appointment online at mybassetthealthconnection.org or call 547-3700.  Also, the Cooperstown’s Convenient Care location is temporarily closed; those services are available in Oneonta with more information available at 433-6400.  Also officials said that over the next several days, patients may find that on hold times may be slightly longer than usual.  The most up-to-date information about temporary service changes can be found at bassett.org.

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The Village of Sidney announced that they be paving on Spruce Street,  Overlook Drive today along with the Upper & Lower parts of Hatfield Street, some of those street may be paved on Wednesday, more information is available at 561-2339.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-28-21

Shane Santiago of Otego was sentenced to 4 to 12 years in prison in Otsego County Court Monday for 2nd degree manslaughter, from the July 15, 2020, crash that killed 2 people in Pittsfield on county Route 13.  Tehya Gonzalez and Cheyenn Aubry were passengers in his Santiago’s car, which drove off the road at 85 miles an hour, killing them both. Santiago survived and was treated at the hospital for minor injuries. 

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Governor Kathy Hochul announced the implementation of booster doses into the State’s COVID-19 vaccination program Monday.  In accordance with CDC’s recommendations,  individuals must have received the Pfizer vaccine for their initial vaccine series at least six months ago will be eligible, along with those who have underlying health issues. Individuals who received the Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccine are not currently eligible for a booster dose, but may be in the near future.

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The New York State Board on Electric Generation Siting and the Environment will meet on Today at 10:30 A.M., in Albany,   on the agenda for that meeting is the application of Bluestone Wind, LLC for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need for the Construction of their proposed Wind Farm Project in the Towns of Windsor and Sanford.  The meeting is available online at dps.ny.gov/Webcasts.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies patrolling State Highway 10 in the Town of Delhi last Friday night, observed and stopped a vehicle that was being operated erratically, crossing the solid yellow center lines.   41-year-old Melissa Pycroft of Hobart was charged with driving while intoxicated, driving with a blood alcohol content of .08% or more, failure to keep right and moving from lane unsafely.    Pycroft was released on appearance tickets directing her to appear in the Town of Delhi Court on a later date to answer the charges.                                                       

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The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood and platelet shortage and must collect 10,000 additional blood products each week over the next month for the blood supply to recover and meet hospital and patient needs. Donors of all blood types – especially type O – and platelet donors are urged to make an appointment to give now and in the weeks ahead to overcome this current shortage.  Those interested in donating Blood can make an appointment 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 announced 30 new COVID 19 cases Saturday through Monday, with 163 active cases, 8 hospitalized & 275 quarantined.  50.5% of County residents are vaccinated, 75% of positive cases are unvaccinated, the percentage of school aged students & faculty with COVID is up to 28%.

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