The Village of Sidney Mayoral & Village Board seat election results were released this morning, Sidney Village Clerk Lisa French told WCDO News the numbers:

(Lisa French 3-22-23)

French said that all ballots had to be turned in by 9:00 PM last night to be counted, including early & absentee ballots.

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The United States Department of Justice announced Tuesday that 30 year old Shelby Ortiz of Maryland, New York was sentenced to serve 15 years in prison and a 20-year term of supervised release, for distributing child pornography. Ortiz also will be required to register as a sex offender upon her release from prison. Ortiz pleaded guilty in October 2022, she admitted that she subjected a 7-month-old boy to sexual contact which was video recorded and sent to to a person living in Florida with whom she was participating in an online and telephone dominant/submissive sexual relationship. The case was investigated by U.S. Homeland Security, the Oneonta Police Department, and the State Police

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The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office announced that 27 year old Brandon Morse of Edmeston was charged with cashing a stolen check last month was arrested again over the weekend for falsely reporting an incident to law enforcement. Morse is accused of lying to authorities about a man outside of his residence with a gun. Prior to the February arrest, Morse allegedly stole a $3,500 check from a local business and cashed it illegally. Morse was released with an appearance ticket and is due back in court at a later date.

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The Afton Sertoma Club presents Goofy Golf again this Saturday at the Afton Central school, Spokesperson Helen Kittle explains:

(Helen Kittle 3-22-23)

The event runs from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Saturday, no pre registration is required.

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The 2023 Norwich St. Baldrick’s “Brave the Shave” fundraising event was held at the Norwich American Legion Post 189 Saturday, the fundraiser to support childhood cancer research raised $49,236 this year with the event. Donations for the 2023 Norwich St. Baldrick’s are being accepted at StBaldricks.org/events/norwich2023.

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Delaware County Board of Supervisors were notified that the federal civil rights suit filed against the County by former Social Services Commissioner Dana Scuderi-Hunter, was dismissed by the U.S. District Court Monday. Scuderi-Hunter had filed the civil rights suit last year, claiming that the County had violated her 1st Amendment rights; that she was denied due process as part of her 2019 dismissal; and that the County’s actions were retaliatory as a result of her testimony during a Family Court proceeding. U.S. District Court Judge Lawrence Kahn, ordered the claims made by Scuderi-Hunter be dismissed on the basis that the claims had already been litigated and decided by the State Appellate Division in February 2022, she additionally appealed that decision, which was denied last June, she then sought an appeal from the State Court of Appeals which was also denied. Judge Kahn also dismissed Scuderi-Hunter’s claims that County Attorney Amy Merklen had a conflict of interest in carrying out her duties as assigned.

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The Village of Sidney Police Benevolent Association endorsed Acting Delaware County District Attorney Shawn Smith in this year’s race for the the Delaware County District Attorney’s Position. The Association stated that they reached this decision following an increase in communication, transparency & compassion from the DA’s office & Staff since Smith became the Acting DA January 1st. Smith faces a primary in June from fellow Republican Joe Ermeti of Sidney, who announced his candidacy recently for the DA position.

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A.M. NEWS Wednesday 3-22-23

Delaware County District Attorney’s office announced that 71 year old Vincent Balsamo of Walton was arraigned on a sealed indictment in Delaware County Court Monday. The Indictment charges Balsamo with 2nd degree Manslaughter, 2nd degree Assault & Reckless Endangerment, for repeatedly choking, strangling & slapping & striking 52 year old April Kestner of Honesdale Pennsylvania at his residence in the Town of Walton in December 7th of 2022. Balsamo faces 5 to 15 years in jail on the Manslaughter charge, he was sent to the Delaware County Correctional facility on $50,000 cash bail or $150,000 bond.

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The City of Oneonta announced that there will be one lane traffic at the intersection of Main Street and Gardner Place in order to tie the new sewer pipe into an existing sanitary sewer manhole. Temporary traffic signals with stop bars will be used to direct traffic and maintain a steady flow. For questions or concerns related to this project, please contact the Department of Public Works by emailing dpsinfo@oneonta.ny.us, or calling 432-2100.

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The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists to expect daily single lane closures along both directions of State Route 434 (Vestal Parkway) between Murray Hill Road in the Town of Vestal and Pennsylvania Avenue in the City of Binghamton, weekdays from 6:30 am. to 6 pm. through approximately October 15. The lane closures are necessary to facilitate construction of a multi-purpose pedestrian path.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to disabled vehicle on County Highway 26 in the Town of Hamden. During the course of the investigation Sheriff’s Deputies identified the driver as 21 year old Edwards Khali of Delhi, Deputies discovered that Khali’s vehicle was suspended due to an insurance lapse. Khali was charged with with Operating a Vehicle with a Suspended Registration & Unregistered Vehicle, he was released on an appearance ticket, and was directed to appear before the Town of Hamden Court at a later date to answer for the charge.

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State Senator Fred Akshar joined Broome County officials to welcome the “Hockey 4 Hope” charity event back, on 2 nights at the SUNY Broome Ice Center in Binghamton to raise money to help alleviate the financial burden associated with fighting cancer. The charity hockey game begins with “Paint the Ice” today 5:00 to 8:00 PM where attendees will be able to paint a message of hope, love, and remembrance on the ice. On Saturday, the Hockey 4 Hope Hockey game will begin at 6:00 PM, more information is available at Hockey4hope.com.

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Broome County District Attorney Mike Korchak announced that 32 year old Zeke Wilmarth of Binghamton pleaded guilty to 2nd degree attempted murder, Criminal possession of a weapon & Strangulation, in connection with the attack on his girlfriend in July of 2021 in the town of Vestal. Wilmarth is expected to be sentenced to 15 years to life upon sentencing in June.

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Governor Kathy Hochul & Lieutenant Governor Brian Benjamin wrote an op-ed piece in a Downstate news paper this week, they claimed that New York’s Bail Reform doesn’t need to be repealed, but there are changes needed to the law. Governor Hochul wrote that problems that needs to be addressed include Repeat offenders, those accused of hate crimes, judges should be allowed to set bail; even if the crime would not currently be bail-eligible. The Governor wrote that judges should be able to set bail in all felony cases involving illegal guns, including guns given or sold to minors, & in crimes involving guns, judges should be able to set more restrictive pretrial conditions

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-25-22

Tomorrow night, the Community Cultural Center in Downtown Sidney will have a Comedy night performance by Dan Viola, Center Spokesperson Teri Schunk explains:

(Teri Schunk 3-25-22)

Viola has previously performed in the region at the Former Silo Restaurant during their longtime Comedy Night series, Tickets for tomorrow night at $20 & includes a beverage, more information is available at 607-604-4584.

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The Jericho Arts Council will have the Feinberg Brothers Bluegrass band Saturday Night at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater, spokesman Phil Wade comments:

(Phil Wade 3-25-22)

More information about Saturday Night’s Show at 7:00 PM, or upcoming shows can be found at jerichoarts.com.

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The Afton Sertoma Club presents Goofy Golf again this year at the Afton Central school, Spokesperson Judy Hinman explains:

(Judy Hinman 3-25-22)

The event runs from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Saturday, no pre registration is required.

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The Afton Community Theater & the Tri-Town Theater have teamed up again for “Into The Woods” to be performed in Norwich tonight & this weekend, George Wells is the producer & is in the cast & he said that the show was whipped together by Cameron Kinnear, a local man who has been involved in theater all over the country:

(George Wells 3-25-22)

Tickets are available at tritown.booktix.com, the shows are tonight, Saturday Night at 7:30 PM & Sunday Afternoon at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich.

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Chenango River Theatre’s 14th annual Winter Gala will be held at the Genegantslet Golf Club this Saturday from 6:00 – 9:30pm. The evening includes both a Silent and Live Auction, according to Theater Director Zach Curtis:

(Zach Curtis 3-23-22)

Curtis said that they will also be announcing the schedule of shows this year, at Saturday night’s event.

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(Heather Brewster 5-16-19)

The Tri Town Relay For Life will be held on June 7th at General Clinton Park from 6:00 to 11:00 PM this year. 

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Organizers of Woodstock 50 are declaring that the festival is still on after a Manhattan court judge ruled Tuesday that the event’s financial backer, Amplifi Live didn’t have the right to cancel the festival,  without the approval of Woodstock 50’s organizers. Woodstock 50 also requested that Amplifi Live be made to return nearly $18 million in funds that organizers claimed the company misappropriated, but the judge ruled that that matter needed to be determined by arbitration.  Woodstock 50 had been scheduled for August 16th to the 18th at Watkins Glen International Speedway.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced that they will honor local businesses at their annual awards ceremony at the Garden Party at Birdsong Farm in Delhi.  The ceremony will be held on June 26 at 5:30 PM at 38480 State Highway 10 in Delhi.    More information and to purchase tickets visit delawarecounty.org or call 746-2281

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a family of 4 escaped a fire in New Berlin, but lost all of their belongings early Tuesday morning.  the fire at the Richard Miller family residence was reported at about 1:30 AM Tuesday, The fire was fully involved when fire fighters from New Berlin, Morris and South New Berlin responded, and no injuries were reported.

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Volunteers are needed for a few shifts at the upcoming General Clinton Canoe Regatta on Memorial Day Weekend.  Volunteers are needed at the Gate, more information is available by calling Barb Mulkins at 967-5627; and in the Food Booth, and more information is available at 563-1952.

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The Delaware County Board of Elections announced today that  May 31st is the last day to postmark a registration form for the June 25th Primary Election.  Republican primary will be held for Hancock Superintendent of Highways, Sidney Town Clerk & for the Stamford Town Council.  Registration forms and applications for absentee ballots may be found at co.delaware.ny.us/departments or call 832-5321.

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State Police report that 50-year-old Daniel Smith was working on the vehicle at his home on Oak Hill Spur Road in Afton when it fell on him & killed him Tuesday evening at 6:34 pm.  State Police said that the driveway where Smith was working on his truck was sloped; the incident has been ruled as an accident.  The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office and Harpursville Fire & EMS also responded.

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The Afton Central School District will be holding a second public informational meeting on a proposed Capital Project tonight at 6:30 p.m. in the school’s Margery Secrest Memorial Auditorium.  Superintendent Tim McNamara comments:

(Tim McNamara 5-16-19)

The Capital Project will be voted on by district residents on May 21, 2019.

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The next Delaware County Public Health Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic is Today from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Sidney Fire Station.  More information is available at 832-5200 or delawarecountypublichealth.com

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The Town of Unadilla will be holding its annual Metal Day today from 6:30AM to 4:00 PM at the Town Barn on Martin Brook Road.  Town officials said that they will accept Tires without rims or large truck/agricultural tires, plus Scrap Metal, Appliances, Waste Oil, & Electronics.  More information is available at 369-4433.

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The Guilford Elementary School is holding a Kindergarten Parent Information Night tonight for children entering kindergarten in September. Children must turn 5 by Dec. 1st; the meeting is at 6:30PM in the Guilford Elementary Gymnasium.

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The Afton central School district will be holding a 2nd public informational meeting on their proposed Capital Project on May 16th.  District Superintendent Tim McNamara said that the project will not raise taxes:

(Tim McNamara 5-6-19)

The Project will be voted on by Afton District residents on May 21st from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM at the Afton School.

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May 5 to May 11, 2019, is National Small Business Week. Since 1963 this week has been designated to recognize the impact of America’s entrepreneurs and small businesses.  Steve Craig of Commerce Chenango comments:

(Steve Craig 5-6-19)

Statistics show that small businesses create two out of every three net new jobs in the private sector & over half of all Americans own or work for a small business, According to the U.S. Small Business Administration.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 32-Year-Old Samantha Roupp of Bloomville Sunday for DWI, Driving with a BAC of .08% or higher, Uninspected Motor Vehicle, Failure to Keep Right, Moving from Lane Unsafely, and Consumption of Alcohol in a Motor Vehicle.  Roupp was stopped on State Highway 10 in the Town of Walton, she was arrested & was arraigned in Hamden Town Court and is scheduled to appear at Walton Town Court at a later date.

The Chenango County Sheriff’s deputies, State Police & Village of Greene responded to the report of a suspicious death Friday evening in Smithville Flats.  The victim has been identified as 16-year-old Amelia Wakefield of Oxford, after authorities responded to a Water Street residence at about 6:50 PM Friday.  Wakefield was removed & was brought to Lourdes’ Hospital in Binghamton for an autopsy.  Oxford Academy officials announced that the School’s Crisis Team was available for students today; the investigation in Wakefield’s death is ongoing.

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117 packages of fentanyl and 35 packages of crack cocaine were seized by the Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force during a search warrant in Binghamton Friday.  34 year old Sean Dingle was charged with several counts of Criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell, Dingle is being held at the Binghamton Police Department until he can be arraigned in Binghamton City Court.

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State Police arrested 25 year old John Clark of Oneonta for Assault & Resisting Arrest after Troopers were dispatched to a dispute at the Lantern Hill Trailer Park.  Clark is accused of punching a person in the face.  Troopers located Clark hiding in the residence, He was found to have active warrants in the town of Morris and the city of Oneonta.   Clark was arraigned in the town of Oneonta Court and remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $2,500 cash bail or $5,000 bond pending court action on June 6th 

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The Sidney Central School District is now registering children for their September 2019 kindergarten class.  Parents should call 561-7728 to set up an appointment to register their child, who must be 5 years old on or before December 1^st in order to be eligible for kindergarten this September.

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The Village of Sidney Spring Brush & Leaf Pick Up is running today through Friday, Village residents can also drop off appliances, tires & metal at the Sidney Village Garage on Friday & Saturday May 10th & 11th.  More information is available at 561-2329.

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State Police at Norwich are looking for the public’s help in locating a 43-year-old woman from Greene who is in need of medication. Arzou Hami was last seen on Sunday, October 7th exiting a vehicle near State Highway 369 in Port Crane. Hami has also identified herself as Michelle Girard. She was last seen wearing white capris, slip-on shoes, a dark shirt and carrying two suitcases, she is white, approximately 5’7, 165 pounds with short brown hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information is asked to contact State Police at 561-7400.
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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division and the City of Norwich Police Department conducted a traffic stop on 29 year old Logan Dalrymple of Sherburne, whose vehicle and person were subject to a search warrant. Officers seized methamphetamine packaged for sale and Suboxone strips. Dalrymple was charged with Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance, Possession of a controlled substance, Tampering with Physical Evidence and Promoting Prison Contraband, she was arraigned in the City of Norwich Court and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $25,000 cash bail, the investigation is ongoing and additional arrests are expected.
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Governor Cuomo today announced $45 million in state grant funding has been awarded to 57 counties and New York City for emergency communications. This funding enables local governments to expand their emergency response capabilities to enhance public safety operations. Locally, Chenango County receives $534,000, Delaware County $497,000 & Otsego County $796,000.
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The Afton Community Theater will present “DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST” tonight at 7:00 PM & Sunday at 2:00 PM. The production will be located at the Afton School District Auditorium on Academy Street in Afton.
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The Otsego County Office fore the Aging & the Foxcare Center in Oneonta are teaming up for their Annual Info Fair from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Gabrielle Argo of Foxcare explains:

(Gabby Argo 10-12-18)

More information is available at 547-4232.
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The Raymond Corporation hosted more than 250 high school students today, as part of their National Manufacturing Day commemoration. Students from more than 20 area schools learned about career opportunities within the science, technology, engineering and math fields, Raymond CEO Mike Field commented about this event:

(Mike Field 10-12-18)

Raymond Corporation has experienced continued growth over the last 7 years, they have held this event for students for the last 4 years now, and more information is available at raymondcorp.com or at the Raymond Facebook page.
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Youth across New York State have declared tomorrow, October 13 as the 2nd annual “Seen Enough Tobacco Day” to protect young people from the billions of dollars of tobacco promotions in places where adolescents and young adults can see and be influenced by them. Reality Check youth in Delaware, Otsego and Schoharie Counties are posting lawn signs and banners with tobacco-free messages to educate the public. Community members are encouraged to visit SeenEnoughTobacco.org and sign the online petition.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 22-year-old Dane Edwards of Deposit on an Arrest Warrant issued by the Village of Deposit Court for 3rd degree Assault, involving an incident earlier this year in Deposit. Edwards was arraigned and was released on his own recognizance. He is scheduled to appear at the Village of Deposit Court at a later date to answer the charges.
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The Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre Presents Memories of Patsy Cline tonight, Jericho Arts Council spokesman Phil Wade explains:

(Phil Wade 10-12-18)

Tonight’s show begins at 7:00 pm, tickets are available at the door, and they can also be reserved by phone 288-3882.
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The Sidney Center Improvement Group announced a fundraising event coming up this weekend. The annual Crock-pot Cook-off and Lucky Day Auction will be held on Sunday, beginning at 12:00 noon at the Sidney Center Fire Hall.
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Chenango County Sheriff’s Department investigated a robbery Tuesday Night on Royal Avenue in the Town of Norwich, after a male victim went to Chenango Memorial Hospital with missing teeth, head lacerations and additional trauma. The investigation revealed that the victim was lured to the Royal Avenue address by 19 year old Jade Orlando, who requested marihuana to be delivered to her, Brenden Gager, Hunter Speenburgh and Landon Cummings were hiding nearby, they allegedly assaulted and robbed the victim. All 4 were arrested & were charged with Robbery & Assault; they were arraigned and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility. The City of Norwich Police Department assisted with the investigation. The investigation is ongoing and additional charges are expected.
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Two men were arrested and 100 pounds of marijuana were seized after the Otsego County Sheriff’s Department raided elaborate growing operations in Morris and New Lisbon. 47 year old Christian Balmaceda of Morris and 49 year old Joseph Ali of New Lisbon were arrested, Balmaceda was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana, Unlawful Growing of Cannabis, and 3 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Ali was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana, Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Unlawfully Growing of Cannabis, they were remanded to the Otsego County Jail pending future court action.
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Hartwick College’s True Blue Weekend 2018 is scheduled to start today with more than 50 regional, national, and international employers offering students work opportunities at Hartwick College’s Internship & Career Expo. The event will be held from 1:00 to 3:30 PM in Lambros Arena, on the Hartwick College campus, more information is available at hartwick.edu/EXPO or by calling 431-4249.
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Free 5-gallon pails of remixed exterior latex paint are still available to non-profit agencies and county residents on a first come, first served basis. The paint was collected as part of the county’s annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day, it was re-mixed and packaged for distribution by Golden Artist Colors of New Berlin. Pails of beige/tan paint are still available. All other colors have been distributed. For more information or to place an order for paint, please call the Otsego County Planning Department at 547-4225.
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The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting Today, in the District Conference Room at 6:30 PM. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.

(Rich Townsend 9-18-18)

Some areas along the Chenango River & the Lower Susquehanna may see more minor flooding over the next day or two; A Flood Warning remains in effect for parts of Broome & Chenango Counties, Local river gauges can be checked at WCDORadio.com.
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Governor Cuomo today announced nearly $224 million in federal funding to support counterterrorism and emergency preparedness efforts in counties across New York. The funding is provided by the FEMA through its Homeland Security Grant Program, to support regional preparedness efforts, including planning, equipment, training and exercise activities that are critical to sustaining and improving community prevention, protection, response, and recovery capabilities. Full details and the amounts allocated to individual counties are available at governor.ny.gov.
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The Unatego Touchdown Club will be holding a 5K run or Walk in otego this Saturday. Proceeds raised by the event will benefit Unatego Athletic Programs. The run begins at 3:30 PM at the American Legion on Willow Street in Otego, Pre Registration or more information is available at 725-6315 or at the Unatego Touchdown Club” Facebook Page..
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The Oneonta Common Council will be holding their next regular meeting this evening. The meeting is open to the public, starting at 7:00 PM in the Common Council Chambers on the 2nd floor of City Hall.
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The Chenango County Department of Health and Area Agency on Aging will be hosting their annual Senior Flu Vaccination Clinic for adults age 60 and over on Tuesday, September 25th from 9:30 to 11:30 at the Norwich Family YMCA. The Norwich Police Department will be doing a drug take back, they will collect outdated or unused prescription medications for proper disposal, more information about the event is available at 337-1660.
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Magic City Productions is bringing Ringo Starr & his All Star Band to the Floyd L. Maines Memorial Arena in Binghamton this evening. The 2018 All Starr Band includes Colin Hay of “Men At Work”, Steve Lukather of “Toto”, Gregg Rolie of “Journey” & “Santana” and Graham Gouldman of “10cc”, a few tickets are still available at Ticketmaster.com or at the Arena Box office.

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Governor Cuomo announced the strategic deployment of assets throughout the state as heavy rain and flash flooding are forecast for areas of the Southern Tier, Central New York, Mohawk Valley, Capital Region and Mid-Hudson Valley. Remnants of Tropical Depression Florence are hitting the state today; the DOT is setting up staging areas in Binghamton, & Oneonta locally in anticipation of the need for storm response, with a variety of heavy equipment ready to go if needed.
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Some flash flooding is affecting local schools this morning. The Bainbridge Guilford, Oxford & Greene School Districts are closed today, & the Afton & Harpursville School districts are on a 1 hour delay, & the Laurens school district is delayed 2 hours.
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The State Department of Transportation will hold a public open house meeting on Wednesday, September 26 at Afton Central School, from 5:30-7:00 pm to discuss 2 bridge replacements on State Route 41 in the towns of Afton and Coventry. The project will replace the bridge carrying Route 41 over Cornell Creek in the town of Afton as well as the bridge carrying Route 41 over Wilkins Brook in the town of Coventry. Both bridges, which were built in the 1930s, are inspected regularly and safe for continued travel. The bridges will likely be replaced during separate construction seasons in 2020 and 2021. More information about the project is available at 721-8167.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Department responded to the report of a man with a shot gun near the Charlotte Valley School Monday. The school was in lockdown while deputies investigated, the man with the shot gun was a hunter in the area behind the Davenport head Start, the lockdown was lifted, and no arrests were made.
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THE BAINBRIDGE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE is having their next meeting this morning at 7:30 AM. The meeting will be held at Bob’s Diner.
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(Steve Hood 8-16-18)

Hood said that some heavy equipment was stationed at the State Police Troop C Headquarters; most of it has been deployed to Broome & other counties that suffered a lot more damage.
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There have been some changes regarding the requirements for those seeking to get a high school equivalency through the TASC program recently. June White of the Afton Central School Tasc Program explains:

(June White 5-8-18)

Anyone who is interested in participating in the TASC program can contact June White at 639-2811.
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Governor Cuomo directed agencies specializing in disaster recovery and clean-up to the Finger Lakes and Southern Tier To assist counties after heavy rains and flash flooding that caused damage to roads, bridges, homes and other critical infrastructure. The National Guard has deployed 50 personnel and is staging an additional 150 personnel for deployment to assist local governments with debris removal and cleanup. Damage assessment teams specializing in engineering and structural assessments from the Department of Transportation will be operating in the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes to evaluate roads, bridges and other infrastructure for damage and safety concerns.
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Otsego County’s 21st Annual Household Hazardous Waste Days will be held on September 7th and 8th. Otsego County Residents can bring household hazardous waste, such as enamel paints, pesticides, antifreeze, batteries and more FREE of CHARGE for proper disposal. Last year 550 cars from an estimated 600 households brought various hazardous materials for disposal. NO REGISTRATION FOR HOUSEHOLD COLLECTION. Household collections will be held on Friday, September 7th at the Unadilla Town Barn from 8:00AM to 11:00 AM, and Saturday, September 8th at the Meadows Office Complex in Cooperstown from 8:00AM to 1:00PM.

(June White 5-8-18)

Anyone who is interested in participating in the TASC program can contact June White at 639-2811.
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State Police arrested 36 year old Luke Remillard of Otselic for criminal mischief, for allegedly intentionally smashing his car at a residence in April. Remillard was arraigned & was remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $1,000 cash bail pending court action on May 14th.
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Cub Scout Pack 88 will hold their spring recruitment effort this evening in Sidney. The program will be held tonight at the Sacred Heart Church on Liberty Street from 6:30 to 8:00 PM, more information is available at 563-7789.
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Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has resigned, following a report on allegations of assault by multiple women in The New Yorker. The Manhattan District Attorney’s office said they had opened an investigation into the allegations of Schneiderman being physically violent to women; Governor Cuomo called for his resignation Monday. Schneiderman’s interim replacement is Barbara Underwood.
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The Broome County Sheriff’s Department will co-host a discussion regarding the issues surrounding marijuana legalization, tonight at the Forum Theater in Binghamton. The discussion will run from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, the guest speaker will be Jodi Hensley, a Massachusetts based activist on illegal drug issues.
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The City of Oneonta Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting will be held this evening at City Hall. The Meeting Begins at 7:00 PM in the Common Council Chambers at City Hall & it is open to the public.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputy’s arrested 61 year old Robert Wenzel of Delhi for DWI, failure to maintain lane, after a motor vehicle accident on State Highway 28 in the Town of Delhi. Wenzel was arraigned in the Town of Delhi Court and was released on his own recognizance and is scheduled to appear at a later date.
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The Unadilla Valley School District will host their annual school budget meeting this evening in the school library. The meeting will be following the Board of Education meeting at 6:00 PM.
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(Teri Schunk 3-16-18)

Those who would like to sign up to participate in the parade can do so today by calling 435-5620, others participating in the St. Patrick’s Day festivities in Sidney include Main Street 88 Tavern, the Houndstooth Bakery & Boutique, Awestruck Ciders, Sidney Flowers & Gifts, Trackside Dining, & Ermetti’s Community Lounge.
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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce is having their annual Cabin Fever Bowling tournament, tomorrow at Galaxy Bowl in Bainbridge. More information is available by calling Galaxy Bowl at 967-8818. The proceeds of this tournament will go towards additional upgrades to Community sound system.
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Afton Sertoma Club will hold their 15th annual “Goofy Golf” fundraiser tomorrow from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Afton Central School. Prizes will be awarded & money raised will support Afton Sertoma programs.

State Police arrested 46 year old Marc McKercher of Union for Attempted Arson, after troopers received a complaint of 2 suspicious devices on the front steps and front lawn of a residence on King Street in Endwell. Further investigation revealed the items were improvised explosive devices which did not detonate successfully. State Police Bomb Disposal Unit was called to the scene and rendered the items safe. They secured the items from the scene, the investigation is continuing.
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State Senator Fred Akshar will hold his next Town Hall Meeting in Bainbridge tomorrow at the Town Hall Theatre. Constituents are invited to attend from 11:00am to 12:30pm
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Chenango County Sheriff’s department arrested 19 year old Johnathon Gemberling of Norwich on a warrant for failure to comply with his conditions following a conviction of Criminal possession of a controlled substance. Gemberling was apprehended following a foot pursuit and was taken into custody; deputies discovered Suboxone and methamphetamine in Gemberling’s possession. Gemberling was charged with 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a controlled substance, resisting arrest and on 2 active warrants, he was remanded to the Chenango County Jail & will appear in Chenango County Court and Town of Norwich court at a later date.
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(Sue McIntyre 2-20-18)

McIntyre said that the previous average of acceptable deviations in collected recyclables was 5%; China’s new demands are 1/2%.
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The 23rd Annual Goodyear Lake Polar Bear Jump raised over $128,000 this year. The money raised will go to several area children suffering from a variety of medical issues.
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Classes start tomorrow at the Afton Central School District for those who wish to become lifeguards at area pools this summer. Coordinator June White explains:

(June White 2-20-18)

More information is available about the lifeguard classes is available at 639-2811.
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Governor Cuomo today urged New Yorkers who live in areas along streams and rivers to take precautions against potential ice jam flooding in the wake of much warmer temperatures and rain expected this week. The combination of warm temperatures, some rainfall and snowmelt could lead to more ice jam movement and minor flooding Tuesday afternoon into Thursday. Since mid-December, There have been 50 ice jams across New York.
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The Oneonta Common Council will hold their next regular meeting this evening at City Hall. The meeting begins at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers on the 2nd floor.

The Afton Central School District Board of Education will hold open forums this week for their 2 candidates for Superintendent. Daniel Erickson of the Johnson City school district will have his public forum will be from tonight from 5:30-6:30 pm in the Afton Central School auditorium. Timothy McNamara of the Downsville School District, will be have his public forum Thursday from 5:30-6:30 PM in the Afton Central School auditorium.
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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli is urging New Yorkers to read the fine print on gift cards this holiday season for details about fees and expiration dates. DiNapoli said New Yorkers should use their gift cards within a year of purchase to avoid inactivity fees and register cards with the retailers that offer it so the owner can be identified. Money from unused gift cards issued by New York businesses is turned over to the State Comptroller’s office as abandoned property after five years of dormancy.
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CDO Workforce and BEAM are offering a free Interviewing Workshop Today, at 11:00 am at the CDO Workforce Center, at the Sidney Civic Center. Participants can learn about the interview process; clarifying Interview questions; knowing your resume; selling yourself; anticipate questions and answering difficult questions. Reservations are requested at 832-5776, walk-ins are also welcome to attend.
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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce announced that the annual Jolly Holly Days parade would be held on Friday December 1st in Downtown Sidney. Interested participants are asked to contact the Sidney Chamber Office at 561-2642.
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(Brandy Engel)

The shows will be tonight at 7:00 PM, Saturday Night at 7:00 PM, & Sunday Afternoon at 2:00 PM.
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A Sidney 5K Walk or Run will be held this Sunday at 1:30 PM, to raise money for the fight against childhood cancer. Sidney Heath Education Teacher Jonathan Yurka explains:

(Jonathan Yurka 10-20-17)

The event will be held between the Sidney High School & Middle school buildings Sunday afternoon with a variety of food & entertainment also scheduled.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies & the State Division of Parole located and arrested 33 year old John Barnett of Margaretville & charged him with being a Fugitive from Justice. Barnett was wanted from the Prince Edward County, Virginia Sheriff’s Office on 5 counts of Violation of Probation for failure to pay restitution following burglary and larceny convictions. Barnett was arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail without bail pending extradition to the State of Virginia.
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Governor Cuomo today announced grant awards totaling $2.3 million for urban forestry projects in communities across New York. The grants are funded through the state Environmental Protection Fund and are part of New York’s ongoing initiatives to address invasive species, climate change and environmental justice. Locally, in Otsego County, the City of Oneonta will recieve $50,000 for their Emerald Ash Borer Preventive Maintenance Program, $42,240 for their Planting of Street Trees as part of the Market Street Project & another $50,000 for their General Tree Maintenance Program
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The Great Afton Area Chamber Of Commerce announced that they are hosting the next 4-Chamber Meeting on November 1st at 6:00 PM. The meeting will be held at the Hoghway 7 Bar & Grill in Bainbriodge, Commerce Chenago CEO Steve Craig willbe the guest speaker.

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A fundraiser is being held Sunday in Sidney, for a recently departed Masonville resident who lost a battle with cancer. The Benefit for Kenny Cutting will be held at the American Legion beginning at 1:00 PM, to assist the family with bills associated with the illness. There will be a $5.00 charge at the door, plus donations will also be accepted.
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The Jericho Arts Council announced the return of the popular Bluegrass Music act “Zink & Company” Saturday night. The show will begin at 7:00 PM at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater, tickets will be available at the door, tickets can be reserved at 288-3882, more information about this & other shows are available at jerichoarts.com.

Senator Fred Akshar will be hosting 3 more “Face Time With Fred” town hall meetings on Saturday and Monday. Community members are invited to attend the informal meetings to discuss important state and local issues or to watch a live stream and ask questions through Akshar’s Facebook Page. The meeting will be held Saturday from 9:30 to 11:00 AM at Aiello’s Restaurant, 2677 Main Street in Whitney Point, from 1:00 to 2:30 PM at the Oxford Fire Department, and on Monday, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at 10898 NY State Route 38 in Newark Valley.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office and K-9 Ozzie assisted the Delaware County Corrections Officers with a routine Jail Search, which revealed that William Effner was in possession of a powdery substance believed a crushed prescription medication, that he may have acquired from another inmate. Investigators arrested Effner for Promoting Prison Contraband; he will be arraigned on the charges in the Village of Delhi Court Tuesday.

(Rev. Judy Thistle 10-18-17)

The program will be held November 1st in the Levine Conference at Fox Hospital from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, more information is available at 431-5009.
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The Afton Community Theater will perform “Shrek The Musical” at the Afton Central School for 3 performances this Friday through Sunday, featuring a large cast & large Puppet actually used in the Broadway production, director Brandy Engle explains:

(Brandy Engel 10-18-17)

The shows are scheduled for Friday & Saturday Nights at 7:00 PM & Sunday at 2:00 PM.
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A candidate’s forum will be held tonight for candidates running for office in Gilbertsville. The forum will be held at the Butternut Grange at 7 Bloom Street beginning at 7:00 PM tonight. More information is available at 783-2691.
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A free rabies clinic will be held tonight at the South New Berlin Fire House. The Clinic Will be held from 5:30 TO 6:30 PM, more information is available at 337-1673 or CO.CHENANGO.NY.US.
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The State Department of Corrections announced a State Department of Civil Service test would be held on February 3, 2018, with a filing deadline for the exam of December 13th for those interested in a career in the department. Anyone interested may apply online or download examination information and applications at cs.ny.gov/exams. Additional information about the position of correction officer is available at doccs.ny.gov.
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27-Year-old Jihad Ray of Binghamton pleaded guilty to Manslaughter in Broome County Court, in connection with the shooting of Brandon Hernandez of Binghamton on April 22nd. Ray pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the first degree, a class B felony, in Broome County Court on Wednesday. Ray faces sentencing on December 14th, where he will be sentenced to 18 years in prison with an additional five years of parole.
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The Unadilla Public Library will feature a video screening of “Blissville, an Investigation” by video artist Hank Linhart of Brooklyn. The documentary outlines the former Queens New York Neighborhood that was incorporated into the neighborhood of Long Island City following the construction of a highway in the late 1930’s. The video will be shown tonight at 6:30 PM, more information is available at blissvillestories.org.

Governor Cuomo announced New York has expanded eligibility for crime victims’ compensation for individuals who have no other way to pay expenses resulting from the crime. Victims of hate crimes and certain other offenses that are not physically injured, and vulnerable elderly or disabled individuals incapable of caring for themselves who have lost up to $30,000 in savings, can now seek compensation from the state Office of Victim Services. The Legislation went into effect Tuesday and applies to claims for medical and counseling bills, funeral and burial costs, and lost wages and support.
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Delaware County Public Health will hold their last Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets today, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Delhi Fire Hall. Delaware County Public Health recently announced the 4th rabid animal of the year, which was a rabid bat with 1 human exposure. More information about rabies is available at 832-5200 or delawarecountypublichealth.com.
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