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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 4-2-24

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P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-2-24

Military Veterans from the Vietnam War era are invited to a Recognition Event in Oneonta in May, put together by several area organizations. Grant Coates of the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 85 told WCDO news about the event:

(GRANT COATES 4-2-24)

The event will be held at the Oneonta Masonic Temple on May 19th at 2:00 PM at 322 Main Street in Oneonta, more information is available by calling Jeanne Westcott of the Daughters off the American revolution at 607-965-6419.

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Animal Adventure was originally scheduled to open tomorrow, but the weather will set the opening back a few days, Spokesman Jordan Patch told WCDO News when they will open & what changes people can see there this year:

(Jordan Patch 4-2-24)

Animal Adventure is located at 85 Martin Hill Rd, Harpursville, more information is available at theanimaladventurepark.com.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 27 year old Clayton Utter of Unadilla for DWI, On March 25th, Deputies were at the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office processing an unrelated individual for DWI, when they received a complaint of a vehicle disabled/stuck on the property of the Sheriff’s Office. Deputies located a vehicle stuck near the building and determined that Utter was coming to pick up an individual in custody for DWI, Deputies arrested Utter fro DWI, driving with a BAC of .08% or more, Criminal Mischief, & an inoperable headlamp. Utter was released on appearance tickets and turned over to a sober driver to appear at the Town of Delhi Court at a later date to answer the charges.

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Wintry Precipitation is expected as the National Weather service has issued a Winter Weather Watch for Wednesday Afternoon into Friday, local meteorologist Rich Townsend comments:

(RICH TOWNSEND 4-2-24)

We’ll have the WCDO complete Tri County Forecast at the end of this newscast.

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State Lawmakers were late in getting the budget completed by midnight Monday night, and negotiations are going on in private between the Governor’s office & leaders from both houses of the legislature. Local Assemblyman Joe Angelino told WCDO News what the hold ups are:

(JOE ANGELINO 4-2-24)

Angelino said that lawmakers are basically in agreement in sending money to New York City for the migrant situation & transportation issues.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today in Oneonta at the ST. James Church at 306 Main Street, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM. Appointments can be made with the Red Cross App, at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800 RED CROSS.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 4-2-24

New York voters who are registered in either the Republican or Democratic Party will vote in today’s presidential primary. The polls open at 6am and close at 9pm.

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The State budget was not passed by lawmakers in Albany by the midnight deadline last night, The Governor’s Housing plan & taxes on the rich were some of the sticking points.

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The Workforce Development Board is offering a free virtual job fair today, from 11:00am to 1:00pm, for all businesses and job seekers in numerous area counties including Delaware Otsego & Chenango Counties. More information is available at working-solutions.org.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-12-23

wcdonews — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 19:46:13 +0000

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-12-23

Attorney General Letitia James today secured the largest multi-state agreement with JUUL Labs and its former directors and executives for their alleged role in contributing to the nationwide youth vaping epidemic. As part of a multi state agreement, JUUL will pay $462 million to 6 states and the District of Columbia, New York will receive $112.7 million, which will support underage vaping abatement programs across the state.

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Firefighters in Mount Upton & South New Berlin have responded to a reported Structure Fire at 415 Copes Corners Road, in the town of Butternuts. The fire was called in at about 1:00 PM this afternoon, early reports suggest that it is contained to a barn, WCDO News will have more details as they become available.

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Governor Kathy Hochul has nominated Rowan Wilson as chief judge of the state’s Court of Appeals, which is the state’s highest court. Wilson is a Harvard Law School graduate who currently serves as an associate judge of the Court of Appeals, which he has held for 6 years. Wilson is Hochul’s 2nd nomination for the position, she previously nominated Hector LaSalle, that choice was rejected by lawmakers in the Governor’s own party.

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The Broome County Court District Attorney’s Office announced that 30-year-old Dominick Howe pleaded guilty to felony Criminal Mischief. In December of 2022, Howe was accused of cutting off his GPS monitor and damaging it, he was required to wear it because of a previous felony conviction for Attempted Robbery, he will be sentenced to 2 to 4 years in State prison on June 23rd in Broome County Court.

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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is April 22nd from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. To find out what local law enforcement agencies are participating this year, go to deadiversion.usdoj.gov.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-12-23

The National Weather Service announced that there is an Elevated Risk of Wildfire today & into this evening across the entire region. The combination of low relative humidity, gusty winds and dry fine fuels could lead to fires spreading today, Everyone is urged to exercise caution if handling any potential ignition source, including machinery, cigarettes, and matches. The annual statewide burn ban is in effect until May 14.

Animal Adventure Park & Preserve opens for the season today, a series of new exhibits & events will be featured this year, the full schedule is available at theanimaladventurepark.com/events.

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A free virtual job fair will be held Today from 11:00am to 1:00pm. Many area businesses are participating, job seekers from across 6 counties can participate, including those in Chenango, Delaware & Otsego Counties. More information is available at working-solutions.org.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold their Legislative Leadership program today at the Old Schoolhouse Inn in Downsville. The event will run from 9:00 to 11:00 Am & will feature Congressman Marc Molinaro, State Senator Peter Oberacker & assembly-members Joe Angelino, Brian Maher & Chris Tague.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 4-12-22

wcdonews — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 13:41:38 +0000

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-12-22

Lieutenant Governor Brian Benjamin was arrested today following a Federal Investigation. The U.S. Attorney’s office said Benjamin was charged with bribery, honest services wire fraud and falsification of records.

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Trout Creek Firefighters responded to a blaze at 9275 State Highway 206 Monday at about 4:00 AM. The house was completely destroyed, nearby structures suffered heat damage, Trout Creek Fire Department received assistance from firefighters from Masonville, Sidney Center, Walton and Sidney Fire Departments, the cause of the fire was accidental and started in the laundry room of the house.

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Animal Adventure Park in Harpursville announced that they have named Mike Kerr as the new Director of Parks. Kerr brings decades of experience in the industry, he will work to ensure that all departments of the organization are functioning well together, and that the facility’s guests and animals are being served to standards set forth by both Animal Adventure and their licensing and accrediting organizations.

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Friends of Rogers Environmental Education Center is collaborating with Drive Electric Earth Day to host an Electric Vehicle Show & Earth Fair on April 22, 2022, at Rogers Center in Sherburne, Spokesperson Heather Tehan explains:

(Heather Tehan 4-12-22)

Tehan said that the Friends of Rogers will have several local energy, educational, environmental, and outdoor groups on hand in the Visitor Center as part of the Earth Fair event on April 22nd. Seasonal hours of the Visitor Center are from 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.

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The Binghamton Rumble Ponies will have their home opener tonight against the Bowie BaySox at Mirabito Stadium, Team Managing Director J.B. Bayne told WCDO News that they are excited to have Baseball in Binghamton in April again:

(JB Bayne 4-12-22)

Tickets for tonight’s game can be purchased at BINGRP.Com or at the box office at the stadium prior to the game.

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A.M. NEWS Tuesday 4-12-22

The 3rd meeting of the Norwich Downtown Revitalization Initiative Local Planning Committee will be held virtually today at 3:00 PM. Norwich received a $10 Million Dollar award, for projects to upgrade Downtown Norwich, More information is available at (607) 334-1400.

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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli announced the results of an audit of the Town of Delhi Highway Department. The Audit claims that Town officials did not accurately maintain employee leave records. Leave balances for the former deputy highway superintendent from 2015 through 2019 were overstated by a total of 362 hours valued at almost $8,000, the former deputy was arrested in September 2020 and charged with grand larceny.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 11-29-18

wcdonews — Thu, 29 Nov 2018 20:03:22 +0000

State Police are looking to identify an individual described as a white female with shoulder length blond hair, driving a white 4 door late model sedan. The suspect is accused of going through a vehicle while it was parked at Animal Adventure Park near Colesville on October 16 and taking money, credit cards and checks. The suspect’s picture was obtained when she attempted to cash a check using the victim’s identification at the NBT Bank in Syracuse. Anyone with information should call State Police at 775-1241; photos have been posted at the State Police Troop C web page.
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The Delaware County Board of Supervisors passed their 103 million dollar budget at their meeting Wednesday in Delhi. The tax levy increase was held to about 1.4%, the board also approved of forming the substance Abuse Prevention Task Force which will include members of several County Agencies to try to combat the ongoing Heroin & Opioid problem.
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The Autopsy performed on 50 year old Wade Bostwick of Milford showed that he died of carbon monoxide poisoning. Bostwick was found dead in his home after firefighters responded to a fire at his Center Street Milford Address last Saturday afternoon.
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The State Department of Taxation and Finance announced more than 62,000 payments worth more than $46.6 million have been made through its convenient Quick Pay application since the beginning of 2018. The free service provides individuals a way to promptly pay a tax bill or debt owed from an audit or collection case, or as part of an installment payment agreement. More information is available at tax.ny.gov at the Bills & Notices page.
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Demolitions of Derelict buildings in Sidney Center have begun this week. Sidney Town Supervisor Gene Pigford explains:

(Gene Pigford 11-29-18)

Supervisor Pigford said that the buildings were purchased for a nominal fee and will initially serve as a Green Space.
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Sidney area residents over 65 can get assistance with medical bills of prescription costs through the Mary MacKinnon Trust Fund. Community Bank Trust Department Spokesperson Julia Goff explains:

(Julia Goff 11-29-18)

Goff said that the trust fund has been active & growing for over 50 years, more information is available at 433-4212
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The race in the 22nd Congressional District is over, with Anthony Brindisi officially being called the winner, and outgoing Republican Claudia Tenney finally conceded the race yesterday. Brindisi has already been in Washington for orientation, Tenney leaves after serving only 1 term in Congress.
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The Tri-Town Coalition On Substance Abuse Prevention will hold their next regular meeting this evening. The meeting will be held in the Sidney High School Library from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, the guest speaker will be Megan Waldrath of PRC.
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The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting this evening in the Guilford Elementary School Cafeteria at 6:30 PM. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.

WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-5-18

wcdonews — Wed, 05 Sep 2018 19:30:40 +0000

The 24th Colorscape Chenango will be held in Downtown Norwich this weekend with a variety of events & activities, spokesperson Celeste Friend explains:

(Celeste Friend 9-5-18)

The event usually draws about 10 to 12 thousand people each year.
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Long time Norwich City School District Superintendent Gerard O’Sullivan announced his retirement, which will take effect in August 2019. O’Sullivan has been the district’s superintendent for the last 15 years.
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Otsego County Sheriff’s Department arrested 20 year old Christopher Robinson of the Town of Maryland, following allegations of an adult having sexual encounters with a juvenile. Robinson was charged with 2nd degree Rape & Criminal Sexual Act, for allegedly performing sexual acts with a female who was 14 & 15 years old at the time of the incidents in question. Robinson was arraigned in the Town of Worcester Court & is being held on $5,000 dollars cash bail or $10,000 bond at the Otsego County Jail.
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Animal Adventure Park in Harpursville and the Wildlife Conservation Center of Virginia announced that Tajiri, the calf of April born before the whole world last year, will be transported to the Carolina Wildlife Conservation Park outside of Raleigh, North Carolina. Animal Adventure Park owner Jordan Patch stated that this move will allow Tajiri to play a vital role in the conservation and propagation initiatives that align with the facilities mission statements. Tajiri will be leaving New York at the end of October; more information is available at wildlifeconservationcenter.org.
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The Joshua House announced that they will be hosting a Fall Dance Party Friday Night at the Sacred Heart Church Community Room on Liberty Street in Sidney Friday night from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Joshua House Spokesperson Marge Gatien explains:

(Marge Gatien 9-5-18)

Tickets are available at Joshua House at 10 Division Street in Sidney, by phone at 316-3921 or at the door Friday night.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 55 year old Douglas Jones of Hamden, Friday for Endangering the Welfare of a Child. The arrest occurred following an investigation regarding a Facebook messenger conversation between Jones and a child under the age of 17, where Jones is accused of acting in a manner likely to be injurious to the child’s mental and moral well-being. Jones was arraigned & was released upon his own recognizance, and scheduled to appear before the Town of Davenport Court at a later date.
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State Police arrested 41 year old Bobbi Falank of Sidney for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a BAC of .22%. Troopers were dispatched to a report of an erratic driver on Woodland Road in Sidney who had driven through a lawn. Troopers caught up with the Falank, she was arrested and released on appearance tickets returnable to the town of Sidney Court on September 20th.
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State Police arrested 48 year old Jonathan Loftus of Oneonta for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. A trooper was dispatched to Chestnut Street where Loftus was accused of stealing prescription medication; he was arrested & was arraigned in the town of Oneonta Court where he was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on cash bail pending future court action.
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State Police arrested 49 year old Scott Ray of Afton for DWI, after Troopers on patrol observed the vehicle Ray was operating speeding and cross over the double yellow line while on County Road 39 in Afton. A traffic stop was initiated and troopers determined Ray was impaired, he was arrested and released on appearance tickets returnable to the town of Afton Court on September 17, 2018.
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The City of Oneonta will begin removing the sidewalk and curb on Boylston Street today to prep for the upcoming reconstruction. Work will occur between 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. This street will be closed to traffic during the demo operations. More information is available at 432-2100.
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COOPERSTOWN NATIVE TYLER BERTRAM HAS BEEN THE MOST SOUGHT AFTER LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL RECRUIT IN RECENT MEMORY WITH OVER 12 DIVISION-1 SCHOLARSHIP OFFERS TO HIS NAME. LAST NIGHT BERTRAM ANNOUNCED HE WOULD BE PLAYING COLLEGE BALL AT UNC-CHARLOTTE. HE CHOSE THE 49ERS IN FRONT OF A LARGE CROWD AT COOPERSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL, BERTRAM TOLD WCDO SPORTS THAT HIS FAMILY, FRIENDS AND THE LOCAL COMMUNITY HAVE ALWAYS BEEN THERE FOR HIM DURING THIS ENTIRE PROCESS:

TYLER BERTRAM NEWS

BERTRAM WILL BE PLAYING FOR NEW UNC CHARLOTTE HEAD COACH RON SANCHEZ WHO ALSO HAS A LOCAL CONNECTION. SANCHEZ IS A 1996 GRADUATE OF SUNY ONEONTA AND BEGAN HIS COACHING CAREER WITH ASSISTANT JOBS AT ONEONTA AND DELHI. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT BERTRAM’S COLLEGE DECISION CHECK OUT SPORTS DIRECTOR NATE LULL’S TWITTER FEED AT WCDOSPORTS.COM
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