WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-13-21

by wcdonews Posted on July 13, 2021

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-13-21

Officials with the Delaware County Fair announced that their Secretary’s office and fair store was broken into and vandalized, Fair Spokesman Jason Craig comments:

(Jason Craig 7-13-21)

Craig said that the Fair Board of Directors is offering a reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those involved. The Walton Police Department is investigating and anyone with information can call them at 865-5400 or send us a Facebook message or email to delcofair@gmail.com.

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The Ron Palmer Memorial Scholarship Fund Annual Tribute and Reunion Fundraising Event will be taking place this Saturday at the Hidden Springs Brewhaus on County Road 31 in Norwich from 12:00 noon to 7:00pm.  Organizer & Local musician Bruce Beadle explains:

(Bruce Beadle 7-13-21)

Beadle said that Tickets are on sale for $15 each pre-sale at the Hidden Springs Brewhaus, The Blarney Stone Pub, Taylor’s Country House, Rita’s Tavern, the Norwich VFW and the Artist’s Palette, tickets will also be available at the gate for $20.  Beadle said that Palmer was a well-known local musician who toured & recorded With the Late Harry Chapin in the 70’s, more information about the scholarship or the fundraiser is available at 244-5481.

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Attorney Danielle Fogel of Onondaga County announced that she is running for Supreme Court Judge in New York’s 5th Judicial District as the Republican candidate.  Fogel’s announcement follows former Democratic Congressman Anthony Brindisi’s announcement that he will run for the seat.

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Vestal Police arrested 31 year old Zeke Wilmarth of Binghamton for Attempted Murder, following a stabbing on Garden Lane Sunday.  Police found the victim with multiple stab wounds & other injuries; she was taken to an area hospital and was in critical condition, the investigation is continuing, Wilmarth faces court action shortly.

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Governor Cuomo signed a bill today that would overturn an outdated law that was rarely enforced.  The bill will allow New Yorkers to get a haircut at a barbershop or salon on Sundays.

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Binghamton Mayor Richard David announced his intentions today to run for the 52nd District State Senate seat in 2022.  The State Senate Seat will be available next year after current State Senator Fred Akshar’s announced that he would run for Broome County Sheriff, instead of for re-election to the State Senate.

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Chenango County Public Health announced that a 2nd dose Pfizer clinic will be held today at the former Label Shopper Store in the South Plaza in Norwich.  The Clinic will run from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, more information is available at 337-1660. 

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A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-13-21

State Police are investigating multiple burglaries at seasonal residences in Chenango, Delaware and Otsego counties. 23 year old Christopher Youngs of the town of Maryland and 27 year old John Clark of Morris have been charged with 2nd degree Burglary and Criminal Possession of Stolen Property for burglaries in Otsego and Delaware counties.  Youngs was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $50,000 cash bail or $150,000 bond.  Clark was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $25,000 cash bail or $50,000 bond.  The investigation is ongoing; anyone with information should contact State Police at Troop C in Sidney at 561-7400.

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State Police arrested 33 year old Johnny Rivera of South Glens Falls for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, following an accident on Delaware County Road 4 in the Town of Sidney.  A trooper found an unoccupied Rent-A-Center Van that crashed into the guide rail, which had been reported stolen from Glens Falls, Rivera was walking away from the scene, he was taken to Tri-Town Hospital for the treatment of injuries then he was arraigned in Sidney Town Court & was released on his own recognizance and scheduled to reappear on July 22nd. 

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Sidney Police Department arrested 66 year old Paul Ferron of  Sidney for Aggravated unlicensed operation in the 1st degree,  Aggravated DWI with a BAC .18 or greater, Driving while intoxicated, and several tickets for traffic infractions following a recent traffic stop.  Ferron was released on appearance tickets to appear in Village of Sidney Court at a later date.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded last Thursday to a reported violation of a temporary order of protection in East Branch, 51 year-old Thomas Newman  of Hancock is accused making written contact with the protected party & for allegedly swerving his vehicle towards the protected party, who was walking along State Highway 30.  Newman was charged with 2 counts of criminal contempt & 1 count of harassment, he was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on Cash Bail pending court action.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-12-21

by wcdonews Posted on July 13, 2021

P.M. News Monday 7-12-21

State Police issued 10,238 tickets statewide during the July 4th Weekend enforcement campaign.  Troopers arrested 195 people for DWI and investigated 648 crashes, including 122 personal injury crashes and 2 fatalities.  3955 were issued tickets for speeding, 202 for distracted driving, 671 for seatbelt violations and 132 for violating the Move Over Law.

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Governor Cuomo directed State agencies to prepare emergency response assets as storms are forecast to bring heavy rain and high wind gusts this afternoon & tonight, possibly leading to localized flooding and isolated power outages.  The State DOT,  State Police,  DEC En-Con Police, Forest Rangers, Emergency Management staff are monitoring the situation and are patrolling areas and infrastructure likely to be impacted by more severe weather.   NYSEG crews had restored power in the Tri-County Region today; they are gearing up for more possible outages due to the severe weather expected in their service area.  Broome County announced several road closures in the town of Colesville & in Johnson City today, roads in other towns have been repaired and re-opened earlier today.

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Catholic Charities in Sidney is once again offering their Free Backpack program with School supplies for children in need in the Sidney School district, Spokesperson Penny McKnight explains:

(Penny McKnight 7-12-21)

McKnight said that the Deadline to apply for the program is August 13th.

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The Delaware County Chamber Connects interactive, virtual webinar will be on July 15th from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., The featured speaker for this event is Assemblyman Chris Tague representing New York’s 102 Assembly District.  To register, go to DelawareCounty.org.

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The Greater Oneonta Historical Society will hold Summer Walking Tours this Wednesday, July 14 at 7:00 PM & on Sunday, July 18th at 2:00 PM.  More information is available at the Society’s Facebook page or oneontahistory.org.

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Former 22nd District Congressman Anthony Brindisi of Utica announced plans today to run for Supreme Court Justice in New York’s 5th Judicial District.  Brindisi lost his re-election bid for his congressional seat to Claudia Tenney, whom he defeated 2 years earlier. Brindisi announced that he would not seek the Congressional seat again in 2022, and will run for the Supreme court seat after new positions were made available.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-12-21

NYSEG crews are working to restore power throughout the region after last night’s storms; about 200 are without power in the Tri-County region this morning.

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Small stream flash flooding has been reported at locations across the region this morning.  Motorists are advised to use 511 to check road conditions, and do not drive over flooded over roadways.

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On Saturday over 65,000 COVID tests were performed with 666 positives, which was a positivity rate just over 1%, and on Sunday, just fewer than 52,000 were tested statewide, with 573 testing positive, for a 1.1% positivity rate.  Patient Hospitalization were 348, there were 78 ICU Patients and 36 on ventilators, & 1 death from COVID Saturday & 1 on Sunday, over 21 million vaccines have been administered 65.1% of adult New Yorkers have competed their vaccine series.

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Otsego County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a series of informational live webinars on the Small Business Recovery Grant process where we discuss eligibility, the application itself and what documents you need to apply.  The Dates are today at 10:00am, and the next three Monday’s at 10:00 AM on ZOOM. 

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 7-9-21

by wcdonews Posted on July 9, 2021

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-9-21

Sidney Police Department assisted a Department of Homeland Security Investigation unit to execute a federal search warrant at 243 Johnston Circle in the Village of Sidney into the illegal possession and manufacture of firearms.  Police seized 6 handguns, 18 rifles or shotguns, 4 of which had no serial numbers, 41 high-capacity magazines, and parts for the manufacture of AR15 assault rifles and Over 18,000 rounds of assorted ammunition.  35 year old Jordan O’Neill of Sidney was taken into custody Thursday; his prior felony conviction prohibited him from possessing firearms. O’Neill was charged with 1 count of 1st degree Criminal possession of a weapon & 41 counts of 3rd degree Criminal possession of a weapon, he was arraigned in Village of Sidney Court where he was remanded to the Delaware County jail on $125,000 cash bail or $250,000 Bond. The investigation is continuing & more charges & arrests are expected.

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Delhi Fire Department was dispatched last night to Spring Valley Road for a report of a skid steer on fire inside a barn with hay. Firefighters arrived to see the structure fully engulfed; Mutual aid was requested from Bovina, Treadwell, Meridale, East Meredith, Franklin, Andes Oneonta and Walton. 2 firefighters suffered minor injuries, and were released.  The cause of the fire is still under investigation, there were no animals in the barn.

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NYSEG crews continue to try to restore power that was lost due to storms earlier in the week that knocked down trees & power lines.  This afternoon, about 1900 were without power in Broome County & about 30 in Delaware & Chenango Counties.

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The Delaware County Fair is back on this year, with a few changes regarding tickets, according to spokesman Jason Craig:

(Jason Craig 7-9-21)

The Delaware County Fair will be held August 16th to the 21st at the Walton Fairgrounds; the schedule of events is available at delawarecountyfair.org

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A car show will be held tomorrow from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 458 Chestnut Street, Oneonta, which will serve as a fund raiser for the Friends of the Oneonta Theatre, there is an entry fee of $10 for each car to be shown. Admission and parking are free for visitors.  More information is available at 433-1226 or 287-8483.   In case of inclement weather, the car show will be held on Sunday, More information about the Oneonta Theatre is available at OneontaTheatre.org.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies and members of the Andes Fire Department responded to a 911 report of a two car motor vehicle accident on Main Street in the Village of Andes on July 5th.  38-year-old Gleb Temkin of Andes lost control of his vehicle and struck a legally parked vehicle, he is accused of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated at the time of the accident, he was charged with DWI, refusal to take a breath screening test, failure to keep right, among other charges, Temkin was released & will appear in the Town of Andes Court on a later date.

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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli’s office conducted an audit of the Town of Oneonta Clerk’s office.  The audit showed that the clerk properly recorded all the fees auditors reviewed and remitted all fees collected during the audit period in a timely manner, however, the clerk did not always deposit fees within the required time frame.  Also, an audit was conducted of the Laurens Fire District, where the audit showed that the board did not establish adequate controls over financial activities did not segregate key duties or implement adequate mitigating controls & did not contract for an independent audit of its 2019 records, as required by law, or provide for an annual audit of the treasurer’s records.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-9-21

New York State has reached a settlement with Purdue Pharmaceuticals over the company’s role in falsely marketing its products to get more Americans hooked on opioids. The owners of Purdue Pharma, the Sackler family, will be required to pay $4.5 billion over the next 9 years, with New York State expected to receive at least $200 million as part of Purdue’s bankruptcy process.  Funding from the settlement will be used to fund prevention, treatment and recovery programs

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The Rotary Club of Sidney and the Cullman Developmental Center are teaming up to create a series of events for area children this summer, the 1st is this Sunday at Sidney Veterans Memorial Park from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, with the Family of Heroes Event,  Rotary Spokesman Larry Halbert explains;

(Larry Halbert 7-9-21)

Halbert said that other events will be held on July 25th & August 7th & 22nd.

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The ARC of Delaware County is seeking to fill a variety of positions, and will be holding job fair, the first one is today from 4:00 to 8:00 PM, tomorrow from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, as well as Friday July 23rd from 4:00 to 8:00 PM and Saturday July 24th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at their location on State Highway 10 in Walton.

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The American Red Cross announced that there is a severe Blood Shortage currently.  Blood drives will be held on Saturday at the Oxford American Legion, from 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM, The Guernsey Memorial Library in Norwich on Tuesday July 13th from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and at CWS on East Main Street in Norwich on Wednesday July 21st from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, registration is available at redcrossblood.org.

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Delaware County Public Health reported that this week, 1 person has died from Covid-19 related complications.  From July 2nd to July 8th, Delaware County Public Health received 2 new positive cases of COVID-19. There are currently 4 active cases in the county with 0 hospitalizations & 11 quarantined; the County has had 52 total deaths since the beginning of the pandemic.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 7-8-21

by wcdonews Posted on July 8, 2021

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 7-8-21

NYSEG crews continue to work to try to restore power to thousands of customers in the Southern Tier, following last nights storms that knocked down trees & power lines. Over 10,000 were without power in Broome County this afternoon, about 190 were without power in Delaware County, over 100 in Chenango County had power outages this afternoon, power has been fully restored in Otsego County.

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State Police in Troop C are continuing with their crackdown on drunk & drugged drivers throughout the region. Troopers removed 46 impaired drivers from local roadways in the month of June, Troop C encompasses Broome, Chenango, Cortland, Delaware, Otsego, Tioga and Tompkins Counties.

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The annual NBT Bank Summer Concert Series begins Tonight at 7:00 PM. Blues musician Ana Popovic & her band will perform tonight, Tonight’s show has been moved to the Norwich High School auditorium, due to rain in the forecast.

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19th District Congressman Antonio Delgado has secured federal funding for road projects in Otsego and Schoharie Counties through the recently passed “INVEST in America Act”. Some of the new funding will go for a Roundabout at the intersection of Main Street, Maple Street & the Lettis Highway in Downtown Oneonta, with 3.2 million dollars in federal funding available, the bill has passed in the House of Representatives, but still requires passage in the US Senate.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 7-8-21

State Police announced that following a multi-agency investigation spanning two years, 78 people involved in 2 Central New York drug rings have been indicted on more than 355 criminal charges. Attorney General Letitia James announced the indictment in Syracuse Wednesday, she said that more than $2 million in drugs, including cocaine & heroin mixed with fentanyl, plus 15 guns and $490,000 in cash were seized. The investigation was a join effort by the AG’s Organized Crime Task Force, the drug task forces in Oneida and Madison counties, and more than a dozen other agencies.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce seeks nominations of Delaware County businesses in varying categories for its Annual Awards Ceremony in October. The categories are: Business of the Year, New Business of the Year, Tourism Property of the Year, and Business Advocate of the Year. Nominations must be received by the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce at 5 ½ Main Street, Delhi 13753 or info@delawarecounty.org by August 15th. More information is available at 746-2281 or delawarecounty.org.

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The Afton Fair gets underway today, and runs through Sunday. Rides, Food, Live entertainment, parades, Stock Car races, clowns agricultural exhibits & fireworks are among the highlights of this year’s Afton Fair. The full schedule of events & activities are available at theaftonfair.com.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-7-21

by wcdonews Posted on July 7, 2021

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-7-21

The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce continued today with its Re-Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies around the County, with a ceremony with local business people at Main & River Streets this morning, Delaware County Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:

(Ray Pucci 7-7-21)

Sidney Chamber President Teri Schunk also commented:

(Teri Schunk 7-7-21)

Pucci said that his team will visit Walton & Delhi after their Sidney Visit, they will go on Thursday to Margaretville, Fleischmann’s, Arkville & Hobart & they will conclude the series on Friday in Hancock & Andes.

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Norwich Mayor Shawn Sastri rescinded his resignation at a meeting of the Norwich Common Council, he had previously announced that he would resign & wanted to become the city’s Youth Bureau Director instead.  The common Council tabled their Youth Director appointment to Sastri, and he will continue to serve as mayor until the end of the year.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies observed a vehicle fail to stop at a stop sign at State Highway 10 and County Highway 26 in the Town of Hamden on June 27th.  Deputies stopped the vehicle and identified the driver as 47 year-old James Eriksen of Delhi, a routine DMV inquiry revealed that Eriksen’s drivers’ license was revoked in 1996 for operating a motor vehicle without insurance.  Eriksen was charged aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle and failure to stop at a stop sign; he was released to appear in the Town of Hamden Court on a later date. 

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office arrested 45 year old Jaime Crowley of Windsor, following a deputy-involved shooting in the Town of Windsor.  Crowley surrendered himself to authorities after he was released from the hospital, he was charged with Aggravated possession of a weapon, 6 counts of criminal possession of a weapon, 2 counts of menacing a police officer & Reckless endangerment.   Deputies responded on July 3rd to a report of shots fired at a car making a K-turn at a residence on Cascade Valley Road, when deputies arrived, Crowley was pointing a handgun at officers, they demanded Crowley drop the weapon multiple times before they shot him in the shoulder, Crowley fired 1 round back, no deputies were injured. Crowley was remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility pending future court action.

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Governor Cuomo today signed legislation that will allow restaurants to utilize municipal spaces like sidewalks and streets for outdoor dining; it will allow restaurants to continue using these public spaces for another year as they recover from the economic devastation brought by the COVID-19 pandemic.  Restaurant usage of outdoor public space must meet all federal, state, and local laws, they must also have a temporary use permit from the municipality, which is tasked with ensuring the public space is used in a safe, orderly manner.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-7-21

Governor Cuomo signed legislation holding gun manufacturers liable for the harm their products cause and closing a loophole that allowed people with outstanding warrants for their arrest to purchase guns.  Under this new legislation, gun manufacturers cannot endanger the safety and health of the public through the sale, manufacturing, importing or marketing of the products they sell. The products can be considered a public nuisance even if the gun manufacturer did not purposely cause harm to the public.  Governor Cuomo also issued an executive order declaring a disaster emergency on gun violence in the state of New York.

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NYSEG is responding after high winds, heavy rain and lightning associated with thunderstorms disrupted service to customers on Tuesday; about 150 were without power late this morning in Delaware, Chenango & Otsego Counties.

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State Police responded to a report of a 92-year-old male who was missing in the town of Unadilla on Sheep Pen Road.  The unidentified man disappeared Monday, Troopers were assisted by Forest Rangers, Sidney EMS, Unadilla Fire Department and neighbors, Trooper Darrell Dening and his K9 partner Kin were able to track the man and located him shortly after 4:00 PM yesterday, about a mile and a half away from his residence. he was unable to make it back after falling down a hill; he was taken to A.O. Fox Hospital for treatment.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting this morning.  The meeting will begin at 8:00 AM at the Sidney Golf Course, all members & directors are urged to attend.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-6-21

by wcdonews Posted on July 6, 2021

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-6-21

State Police responded to a crash involving 2 vehicles at the intersection of State Route 28 and James F. Lettis Highway in the town of Oneonta at about noon on Sunday July 4th.  A motorcycle operated by 29 year old Anthony Masi of Otego was on State Highway 28 when he struck a Chevy Traverse that was on James F. Lettis Highway.   Masi was transported to A.O Fox Memorial Hospital & was later transported by LifeNet to Albany Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries.   The operator of the Traverse was not injured.  State Police revealed that Masi’s motorcycle was recently reported as stolen. The investigation is on-going.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is celebrating the “Grand Re-Opening” of businesses after the recent removal of COVID pandemic restrictions, with a series of ceremonial ribbon cuttings all over the County, Chamber President Ray Pucci told WCDO News that they will be on Main Street in Sidney tomorrow morning at 9:00 AM:

(Ray Pucci 7-6-21)

Pucci said that his team will visit Walton & Delhi after their Sidney Visit, they will go on Thursday to Margaretville, Fleischmann’s, Arkville & Hobart & they will conclude the series on Friday in Hancock & Andes.

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Governor Cuomo announced a plan for those unable to travel to vaccination sites to receive their vaccine from the comfort of their own home.   Those interested in having someone come to their home can contact their County Public Health Department to make arrangements, in Delaware County call 832-5750, in Chenango County call 337-1660 & in Otsego County call 547-4232

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Chenango County Public Health announced that their next COVID vaccination clinic will be on July 14th at Seeber’s Tavern in Smithville Flats from 3:00 to 6:00pm, then on July 15th a 1st dose Pfizer for 12 years and older clinic will be held at the former Label Shopper Store, in the South Plaza, in Norwich from 4:00 to 6:00pm.    61.7 % of the 18 plus County population has had one dose of vaccine; more information is available at 337-1660.

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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli’s office reported that Chenango County’s local sales tax collections were up over 21% in the first 5 months of 2021, following similar good News about Delaware County.  Sales tax collections across the state were up significantly in the first 2 quarters, New Yorkers as a whole were making home improvements, spending more with local merchants, and the state is collecting a growing amount of tax collections from online retailers and at the gas pumps.  

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The Chenango County Relay for life will be held on Saturday July 17th this year, from 3:00 to 6:00 PM.  The event will be held at the East Main Park in Downtown Norwich.  More information is available on the Relay For Life Chenango County Facebook Page.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-6-21

Village of Sidney Police Department officers responded to a residence on River Street on June 13th for a report of an assault, officers found the victim bleeding from a laceration to his head, the suspect fled the scene, and allegedly used a shovel to attack the victim.  Sidney Police Department arrested 46 year old John Hedman of  Unadilla, he was charged with 2nd degree Assault & Criminal possession of a weapon, he was  arraigned in Village of Sidney Court where he was released on his own recognizance to appear back in court on a later date.

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The Delaware County Department of Public Works will begin oil and stone operations in the northern portion of the county Today, on county Route 3 followed by county routes 6, 41, 8, 36 and 37. The work is expected to take 3 to 4 weeks, depending on weather.

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The UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital’s Lunchtime Learning series continues today with a virtual presentation on Gout, at 12:15 pm. on Zoom.  For more information or to register, call 337-4183 or via email at melissa.stagnaro@nyuhs.org.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-5-21

by wcdonews Posted on July 5, 2021

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-5-21

Over 48,000 people were tested for COVID 19 on Sunday July 4th, with over360 positives discovered, the positivity rate creeped up to .76, twice the rate of 1 week ago, but still below 1% & still the lowest rate in the country.  Patient Hospitalizations, ICU patients & those on ventilators continue to trend downward; just fewer than 65% of all eligible New Yorkers have completed their COVID vaccinations.

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City of Norwich Mayor Shawn Sastri announced plans to resign, and he will take over the position as the city’s Youth Bureau director.  Sastri’s resignation takes effect on July 18th.  City officials will meet tomorrow regarding the mayor’s plans.

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The Afton Fair returns this week after missing last year’s festivities due to the pandemic, spokesperson Rhonda Barriger told WCDO News about some of the activities that are planned for this year:

(Rhonda Barriger 7-5-21)

The Afton Fair runs from July 8th to the 11th, more information is available on their Facebook page or at theaftonfair.com.

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The Delaware County Office for the Aging announced that coupons for Farmer’s Markets around the county will be available shortly.  Eligible seniors can pick up their coupons at the Office for the Aging at 97 Main Street in Delhi, or call 832-5750 for more information.

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Cameron Beckman is the 2021 DICK’S Sporting Goods Open tournament champion.  Beckman carded a 68 and finished the tournament 12 under at the En-Joie Golf Course in Endicott this weekend.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-5-21

State Police are investigating a fatal hit and run crash that killed 37 year old Michael Vargas of Laurens, Friday Night to State Route 205, for a crash involving a vehicle and bicyclist, the vehicle left the scene, & Vargas was pronounced dead at the scene.   State Police arrested 22 year old Michael Goodspeed of Mount Vision, for Vehicular Manslaughter & Leaving the Scene of a Fatal Motor Collision.   Goodspeed was transported to Otsego County Central Arraignment and Processing.  

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Delhi Fire fighters responded to a fire in the early Morning hours Friday on Elk Creek Road, the homeowners Michael & Lisa Buel were able to safely evacuate with their dog; however 5 of the family’s cats died in the fire. The Buels were taken to O’Connor Hospital for smoke inhalation; Michael Buel was transferred to Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse for further treatment.  Bloomville, Bovina, East Meredith, Meridale and Walton Fire Departments responded with several others on standby.   The fire was under control in about 3 hours, the home was a total loss, and no injuries were reported among firefighters.

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The Rotary Club of Sidney and the Cullman Developmental Center are teaming up to create a series of events for children this summer, this 1st is this Sunday at Sidney Veterans Memorial Park from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, Rotary Spokesman Larry Halbert explains:

(Larry Halbert 7-5-21)

Halbert said that other events will be held on July 25th & August 7th & 22nd.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 7-2-21

by wcdonews Posted on July 2, 2021

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-2-21

17 year old Anais Soto of Oneonta was sentenced to 8 years in prison in Otsego County Court Today.  Soto pleaded guilty to first-degree burglary in connection with the Robbery & Murder of Kenneth Robinson in Worcester in October 2019, Dylan Robinson was found guilty for burglary 7 murder last month for his role in the killing of his father & faces sentencing shortly, Alexander Borgreen took a plea deal for Burglary was sentenced to 12 years in prison, Nicolas Meridy took a plea deals for murder & was sentenced to 23 years to life in prison.

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Syracuse University Sports fans will be returning to the Carrier Dome at full capacity for the 2021-22 athletic season.   Officials said that there will be no capacity restrictions or social distancing rules, but fans must provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test.  Depending on changes to CDC and state guidance, some rules may change closer to the start of the athletic season.

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Afton Community Picnic & Open Air Market will be held at the Afton fairgrounds this Saturday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.  6zero7 Advertising & Events spokesperson Melissa Matthews explains:

(Melissa Matthews 7-1-21)

More information is available at the 6zero7 advertising & events Facebook Page.

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Governor Cuomo said today that there was another slight uptick in positivity rates for those tested for COVID Thursday.  There were almost 77,000 tested, with 506 positives, for a .66% rate.  Patient Hospitalizations, the number in ICU beds & on ventilators continues to trend downward, there were 4 deaths Thursday attributed to the virus, State Health Department officials said that they are watching the numbers carefully because about 20% of the new positive in New York City were of the Delta variant, which had a horrific effect on the country of India recently.

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Delaware County Public Health is offering vaccinations to eligible County Resident people who are unable to leave their house to get a shot. To have your name added to the list or someone you know is homebound, call the Delaware County Office for the Aging at 832-5750. 

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-2-21

State Police and local law enforcement agencies across the state will increase patrols and crack down on drunk and drugged driving and other traffic infractions this 4th of July weekend. State Troopers will conduct sobriety checkpoints and target reckless and aggressive driving statewide to keep New York highways safe during one of the busiest summer holidays for travel.  The campaign will begins today, through Monday, July 5.  Last year, the State Police issued nearly 9,214 vehicle and traffic tickets during the 4th of July weekend. Troopers arrested 180 people for DWI and investigated 456 crashes and one fatality.

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Governor Cuomo & the State Department of transportation announced that temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on State highways will be suspended today through Tuesday morning, to ease travel throughout the July 4th holiday weekend.  Some projects may continue in the case of emergency, or behind barricades that will not impede traffic flow.

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The Hometown 4th of July from First Night Oneonta will have a schedule of free, alcohol free activities today and Sunday, July 4th in Neahwa Park. Tonight’s activities include a concert by Michael Christopher, Sunday will feature a parade at 1:00PM down Main Street, Oneonta and into the Park, where various activities for the whole family are scheduled, with a variety of vendors & Fireworks at 9:30 PM; more information is available at hometown4th.com.

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