Over 300 members of the International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers local 1529 voted to approve a new 3 year Contract from Amphenol of Sidney this afternoon. Union Representative Kevin Weidman told WCDO News the issues of sick leave, & wage increases were included and the 2 tier system has been altered & will be phased out. 3rd shift workers will return to work at the Sidney facilities at 11:00 PM tonight.

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Governor Kathy Hochul joined Acting Superintendent Steven Nigrelli in honoring 218 new New York State Troopers as they graduated today from the 211th session of the Basic School of the New York State Police Academy. The ceremony was held at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center in Albany. Today’s graduation increases the State Police ranks to 4,742 sworn members. 29 of the new Troopers will report to Troop C in Sidney.

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Delaware County Deputies were dispatched On April 29th to a report of a burglary at Herman’s Trailer Sales in the Town of Walton, followed by additional reports of larceny and burglary from the same location, The Investigation revealed that rare antiques and jewelry stolen from the Herman’s property were sold for cash at a pawn Shop in Utica. Items were recovered from Utica, Sidney Walton, Unadilla & South New Berlin, Deputies arrested 39-year old Francis Lupo of Walton & 44-year-old Luke Lupo, of South New Berlin Petty Larceny, criminal mischief & Burglary Charges, and 33-year-old Mistyblue Decker of Hancock for criminal mischief and petty larceny. All 3 were released & will appear in Walton Court at a later date.

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The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 48 year old Wayne Brostek of Schenevus following a traffic stop in the Town of Milford on October 5th. Brostek was charged with Operate out of interlock restriction, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Operating Without Insurance among several other similar charges, Brostek was issued uniform traffic tickets returnable to the Town of Milford Court at a later date.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s office arrested 23 year old Anna Genao of Franklin for Aggravated Unlicensed Operator charges as well as other violations following an investigation of a motor vehicle accident involving property damage and personal injury in Davenport on October 13th. Genao & other occupants were transported to an area hospital for non-life-threatening injuries, after an investigation, Deputies arrested Genao, she was processed and released, & will appear in Town of Davenport Court at a later date.

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The Board of Directors of Commerce Chenango announced the selection of Sal Testani as the organization’s new president and chief executive officer. Testani is a Norwich native , he has more than 16 years of experience as a senior leader with both MeadWestvaco and ACCO Brands in Sidney, & he will assume his new role on November 1. Testani will appear at today’s Commerce Chenango Open House at their South Broad Street Norwich office.

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The Delaware County Board of Elections reminds county residents that the GENERAL ELECTION is Tuesday November 8, from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Those who need an absentee ballot must have the application in to the County Board Office by October 24th, and they may also apply on the state portal at absenteeballot.elections.ny.gov; by oct6ober 24th. More information about absentee voting or early voting is available at the County Board’s Delhi Office or by calling 607-832-5321.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 10-19-22

State Attorney General Letitia James released a report on the role of online platforms like 4chan & Twitch in the Buffalo mass shooting at a Tops grocery store where 10 Black individuals were killed and 3 others were injured. James’ Office reviewed thousands of pages of documents and social media content to examine how the alleged shooter Payton Gendron of Conklin used online platforms to plan, prepare, and publicize his attack. The report also said that the platforms lacked of oversight, transparency, and accountability in allowing hateful and extremist views to proliferate, leading to radicalization and violence. Gendron faces numerous state & federal charges in connection with the shooting, and could face the death penalty if convicted on the federal charges.

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Commerce Chenango will host an open house today as part of “Support Your Local Chamber Of Commerce Day, Commerce Chenango Director of Communications & Tourism Audrey Robinson comments:

(Audrey Robinson 10-13-22)

Robinson said that the event is also open to the public at their South Broad Street Norwich location, beginning at 4:00 PM.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Oneonta today from 1:30 to 6:30 PM at the Quality Inn, on State Highway 23. Another Blood Drive is being held in Walton from 12:30 to 5:30 PM at the Walton First Baptist Church on Townsend Street. Appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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$13 million has been awarded to protect clean water across New York State and help New York’s farmers continue their work to mitigate the impacts of climate change. In the Southern Tier over $1.5 million dollars will be sent to 5 entities to oversee the projects, the details can be found at agriculture.ny.gov.

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is awarding more than $13 million in grants across rural New York state, Bassett Hospital will be receiving $229,071 in funding. Basset Officials announced that the money will be used for projects such as implementing tele-health and nutrition assistance programs, increase staffing to administer COVID-19 vaccines and testing, to build or renovate facilities, and purchase medical supplies.

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The Chenango County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting date is set for October 26, 2022. The meeting will be held at Fred’s Inn, Rte. 12, Norwich, NY. Cocktails at 6:30pm (networking) Dinner at 7:00pm.

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The Greater Oneonta Historical Society’s 16th Annual Live Benefit Auction will be held on Friday, October 28 at the Quality Inn on Route 23 at 5:30 pm. The Greater Oneonta Historical Society will be offering an online auction again this year, starting 1 week before the live auction, on Friday, October 21, at 5:00 pm through 7:00 pm on Thursday, October 27. Offerings can be viewed at 32Auctions.com, more information is available at oneontahistory.org, or at 607-432-0960, or email at info@oneontahistory.org. 

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The Binghamton Rumble Ponies are hosting the first ever “Rock’n’Rumble”, a special Binghamton University student and faculty concert at Mirabito Stadium on Friday, from 4:30 pm. to 8:30 pm. General admission tickets are on sale for only $2.50 in advance when purchased at the box office, $4 when purchased in advance online, and $5 the day of the show. Tickets can be purchased online at BINGRP.com, by phone at 607-722-3866, or at the Visions Federal Credit Union Box Office. In case of inclement weather, the rain date is Saturday October 15th at 2:00 pm.

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Commerce Chenango will host an open house next Wednesday as part of “Support Your Local Chamber Of Commerce Day, Commerce Chenango Director of Communications & Tourism Audrey Robinson comments:

(Audrey Robinson 10-13-22)

Robinson said that the event is also open to the public Next Wednesday at their South Broad Street Norwich location, beginning at 4:00 PM.

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A.M. NEWS Thursday 10-13-22

Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 59 year old David Spry of South Kortright for DWI & moving from a lane unsafely, after an investigation of a 1 car motor vehicle accident in the Town of Stamford October 1st. Deputies observed a vehicle that appeared to have gone off of the roadway and sustained damage, they made contact with Spry, who appeared to be under the influence of alcohol. Spry was transported to O’Connor Hospital for treatment of injuries sustained in the motor vehicle accident, he was released on appearance tickets and will appear at the Town of Stamford Court at a later date.

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State Police & Emergency Personnel responded to the report of an Amazon Delivery Truck on fire outside of Cooperstown yesterday. The driver was not injured, the incident occurred on Bedbug Hill Road in the town of Otsego, the cause of the truck fire is under investigation.

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A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Franklin today from 12:30 to 5:30 PM at the Franklin Fire Department. Appointments can be sceduled with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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Governor Kathy Hochul announced $230 million in awards will go to 9 upstate airports for revitalization projects. The Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link Field Airport will get $32 million to fund 2 projects, one will entail a relocation of the General Aviation Terminal to integrate it with the Passenger Terminal, The 2^nd project will construct a new, 3,000-square-foot General Aviation Customs & Border Protection facility south of the terminal.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 30-year-old Kassondra Pierce of Hamden for endangering the welfare of a child. Deputies received a complaint from Child Protective Services with possible allegations of physical abuse regarding a juvenile. Pierce is accused of striking the victim with excessive force, Pierce was processed and released with an appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Hamden Court at a later date.

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The State Labor department announced that the number of private sector jobs in New York State increased over the month by more than 27,000, to just over 8 Million in August. New York State’s unemployment rate increased from 4.3% in July to 4.7% in August, The Labor Participation rate was just over 60%, equaling the number just prior to the start of the pandemic in March 2020.

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The Tri County Chapter of New York State Women will host an AMBA Blood Analysis clinic in Sidney in Sidney Saturday for those who pre-registered. The clinic will be held at the Sidney Elk’s Lodge on River Street from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM Saturday

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Telephone Registration opens Saturday for the Delaware County Clean Sweep Days. Businesses will bring their hazardous materials on Friday October 7th, residents who pre-register will bring their items Saturday October 8th. The Number to register by phone will be 607-865-6474.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Breakfast networking meeting will be held tomorrow at the Hamden Inn & Lounge from 8:30 to 10:00 am. Chamber members interested in attending can register online at delawarecounty.org to register.

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A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 9-15-22

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 31 year old James Cook of Masonville following an incident on September 8th. Members of the Sheriff’s Office & the owner of a property had completed a court ordered eviction at State Highway 206 in Masonville, Deputies returned to a reported trespass in progress, Deputies’ located Cook, he was charged with 2 counts of Criminal Mischief, 1 count each of Aggravated Harassment, Criminal Trespass, and 2nd degree Burglary. Cook was arraigned in the Town of Masonville Court and remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility pending future court action.

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Commerce Chenango will host its Annual Membership Recognition Ceremony on today, at Peila View Farms in Oxford, spokesperson Audrey Robinson told WCDO News about the award winners:

(Audrey Robinson 9-15-22)

A brief presentation on project and membership updates will be provided at the event that begins at 4:00 pm in Oxford.

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The Annual “Test Drive Your Seat” will be held today & tomorrow at the Broome County Forum Theater in Binghamton from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Tina Niles of NAC Entertainment explains:

(Tina Niles 9-16-22)

Binghamton staff will be on hand to answer any questions about the upcoming season, more information is available at BroadwayinBinghamton.com or by calling 607-772-1391

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The Chenango County Habitat for Humanity is holding its 3 day Yard Sale today, tomorrow & Saturday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at 16 North Canal Street in Oxford. Proceeds benefit the Habitat for Humanity’s small works house projects. More information is available at 607-843-6249 or chenangohabitat.org.

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Sidney Village Department of Public Works announced that Union Street between Pearl Street & Glen Avenue will be closed to replace a hydrant. The work will begin at 8:00 Am & is expected to be completed at around 3:00 PM.

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