Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond has been elected as the President of the New York State Sheriffs’ Association yesterday, with the ceremony at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Albany. The ceremony was attended by Governor Kathy Hochul to introduce Sheriff DuMond. In his new capacity, Sheriff DuMond will lead the New York State Sheriffs’ Association in its mission to enhance the quality of law enforcement and public safety services throughout the state. His leadership is expected to bring forth collaboration, best practices, and advocacy for policies that bolster the essential work of law enforcement.

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The State Department of Labor announced that the number of private sector jobs increased by 5,800, or 0.1%, to over 8.26 million in December 2023. The State’s unemployment rate increased from 4.3% in November to 4.5% in December, the State’s total labor force decreased by 7,500, the statewide labor force participation rate decreased slightly to 61.6% in December.

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Local Assemblyman Joe Angelino has begun looking over the State Executive Budget proposal which was unveiled by Governor Hochul this week, he commented about the good & bad of this proposal:

(Joe Angelino 1-18-24)

The budget totals 233 Billion dollars, a 4.5% increase from the previous year, Angelino said that it will likely increase during the budget negotiations between now & April 1st.

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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is calling for continued federal funding for the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program in the upcoming government funding bill. The Program assists households whose drinking water and/or wastewater services have been disconnected, or are about to be disconnected, because of inability to pay,

(Gillibrand 1-18-24)

Senator Gillibrand said that the program was established in 2021, it has helped over 1 million households nationwide, including over 35,000 in New York, afford their water and wastewater bills:but it expired last year, she is pushing for funding for this program to be renewed in the next federal budget.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for Phenix George on an outstanding warrant for criminal possession of a weapon, he is described as a white male, 5’3″ 120 pounds with brown hair & Hazel eyes, Anyone with information on the location of George is asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office online at gobroomecounty.com/sheriff/warrants or by calling the Sheriff’s Office tip line at (607) 778-1196.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 1-18-24

49-year-old Charles Bodie of Meredith & Edmeston pleaded guilty to sexual exploitation of a child, in federal court in Syracuse. Bodie admitted that from December of 2021 through October of 2022, he exchanged sexually explicit text messages with his victim, & to engaging in sexual activity with the same victim, who was between 13 to 15 years old. Bodie faces 15 to 30 years in prison, between 5 years and life on supervised release and a fine of up to $250,000, as well as restitution to the victim. He will also be required to register as a sex offender upon his release from prison, sentencing is on Wednesday, May 15.

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Governor Kathy Hochul announced that $7.6 million is available to eligible organizations through Round 2 of the New York Food for New York Families program. The program is funded through a United States Department of Agriculture grant, it provides a boost to New York farmers, increasing communities’ access to local foods, More information is available at meetny.webex.com.

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The Bainbridge Guilford School District school board will be meeting tonight at 6:00 PM, 1 of the topics will be about how the district spent grant money that they received a few years ago during the hieght of the pandemic, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan explains:

(Tim Ryan 1-18-24)

The meeting will begin at 6:00 PM in the District Conference room.

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Today is Election Day, all voters in New York State will vote for Governor, Attorney General, Comptroller, plus all seats for the State Senate & State Assembly, one seat in the US Senate & 27 seats for the House of Representatives. Delaware County Voters will vote for County Judge, in the town of Sidney , voters will decide on 1 seat on the Town Board. Polls are open until 9:00 PM.

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The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School District will be holding a vote on their $15.4 Million Dollar capital project on Wednesday, December 7th, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan explains:

(Tim Ryan 11-8-22)

Ryan said that they would use their $4Million dollar capital reserve fund and state aid to pay for the project, the vote will be from 12:00 noon to 9:00 PM on December 7th at the Greenlawn Elementary School in Bainbridge and the Guilford Elementary School.

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The State Health Department reported that COVID 19 statistics continue to increase, as the regular flu cases are also widespread. Statistics from November 5th through the 7th showed that 6.84% of those test were positive for the virus, patients hospitalizations are approaching 3000 statewide, with 302 ICU patients and 105 of those were on ventilators. There were 66 more deaths reported in Hospitals & nursing homes over the 3 day reporting period.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today in Walton from 1:30 to 6:00 PM pm., at the Pines Brook Church, to Schedule an appointment by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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Tonight is the opening night for “Fiddler on The Roof at the Forum Theater in Binghamton. Tickets are still available for tonight & tomorrow nights shows at NAC Entertainment or through Ticketmaster.com, or at the Forum Theater Box Office.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 11-8-22

Several people were injured in a house fire at 83 Rush Avenue in Binghamton early this morning. several people were taken to area hospitals, Binghamton firefighters had the fire under control in about 45 minutes, the cause of the fire is under investigation.

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State Police announced that In the month of October, members from Troop “C” removed 34 impaired drivers off the roadways. 3 of those impaired drivers also had a child under the age of 15 in the vehicle with them, 5 of those drivers were more than double the legal limit, 7 of those drivers were under the influence of drugs.

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The Bainbridge-Guilford National Honor Society will be hosting their annual Red Cross Blood Drive at the High School building at 18 Juliand Street in Bainbridge. The Blood Drive will take place today from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Those interested in signing up can visit redcrossblood.org.

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The Bainbridge Rotary Pancake Day is being held again this year on Election day at the First Presbyterian Church at 3 Church Street, from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm and 4:00 – 6:00 pm; Take out available, by calling 607-431-8843

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The Bainbridge Central School District will host a free in-person breakfast for Veterans next Thursday Morning at the Greenlawn Elementary School in Bainbridge, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan comments:

(Tim Ryan 11-4-22)

Vets are asked to make a reservation by calling the District Office at 607-967-6321, the Breakfast will start at at 9:00 AM Thursday November 10th.

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Daylight saving time ends at 2:00 AM this Sunday. A bill to end the practice of moving clock twice a year passed the US Senate on March 15, the bill stalled in the House of Representatives

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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is continuing to collect toys for the Annual Toys For Tots Campaign, they ask that people bring new, unwrapped gifts to a Toys for Tots collection box located throughout Delaware County. Delaware County Chamber President Ray Pucci said that the collection of toys will continue for the next several weeks:

(Ray Pucci 11-4-22)

Collection boxes can be found at Delhi Telephone Company, the Franklin Volunteer Fire Department, the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office, Delhi, the Delaware County Office Building, Delhi, Robert’s Eye Care in Sidney, The Arc of Delaware County, Hamden, Walton, Arkville & the Delaware County eCenter, Delhi This year’s campaign runs until December 9th, to sign up a family in need of Christmas gifts, call Delaware Opportunities at 607-746-1715.

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The Tri-Town Theater announced that the 1st show of the 22/23 season, will be the musical “Oliver.” Tickets are now on sale for 3 performances at the Sidney High School Auditorium, November 18-20, online at Tritown.Booktix.com.

A.M. NEWS Friday 11-4-22

State Police responded Wednesday to an SUV Rollover accident on Frost Hill Road in the town of Plainfield, where the vehicle driven by 28 year old Amber Brown of Rome went off the roadway, struck an embankment and partially overturned. 3 year old Amina Estrada was pronounced dead at the scene, 2 adults & 4 children in the Estrada family were taken to Saint Elizabeth Hospital in Utica for further medical care. The accident is still under investigation.

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This Sunday would have been the 7th birthday of Trinity O’Connor of Sidney, the little girl who died from cancer earlier this year. The Trinity O’Connor Foundation will celebrate her birthday Sunday at 4:00 PM at Keith Clark Park, spokesperson Kim Ayres explains:

(Kim Ayres 11-4-22)

Ayres said that the donated Toys & Gift Cards will be brought to the Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital, and if more items are donated than anticipated, they will be brought to the Children’s Hospital in Philadelphia Pennsylvania, 2 hospitals where Trinity O’Connor received treatment.

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The Sidney Historical Association will present Terry McMaster, who is a direct descendant of Sidney Village Founder William Johnston this coming Saturday. Historical Society President Larry Halbert explains:

(Larry Halbert 11-4-22)

The event will be held at the Sidney Public Library starting at 1:30 PM.

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The Chenango Arts Council will have presentation Saturday night of the showing of a silent movie from about 100 years ago, with musicians playing along to the movie live, Executive Director Alecia O’Neill explains:

(Alecia O’Neill 11-4-22)

Tickets are available at chenangoarts.org or by calling 336-2787.

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State Police announced that 1 person was arrested during an Underage Drinking Initiative in Chenango and Otsego Counties. The initiative took place on May 28th & Alcohol was sold to a minor at Smithville General Store in Smithville Flats. An appearance ticket was issued to the clerk who sold alcohol to the minor. Other businesses were in in South Otselic, Norwich, Oxford, Greene & Morris.

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Sidney Federal Credit Union awarded $10,000 in scholarships to selected graduating members this year, Vice President Sales and Marketing Andrew Smith explains:

(Andrew Smith 6-2-22)

SFCU Scholarship recipients were Kayla Houck of Downsville, Hannah Sulas of Schenevus, Sariah Vesterfelt & Christina Ritter of Walton, Autumn Madugno of Bainbridge-Guilford, Zoe Gifford of Deposit, Anna Dewey of Sidney, Madison Felter of Hancock & Sebastian Quarella and Skyler Nowalk of Greene.

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Development Chenango Corporation announced the next phase of the ‘Hotel Norwich’ initiative. Last year, Development Chenango purchased 14 to 16 South Broad Street, Norwich, for the purpose of developing a boutique hotel. Development Chenango sent out a formal “Request for Qualifications” to identify a developer and operator, the DCC Board of Directors awarded the project to Mike and Dan O’Reilly, owners of Principle Design Engineering, they have 1 year to secure the funding necessary to get the project started.

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Delaware County Board of Elections reminds county voters to Register to vote for the June 28th Primary Election, tomorrow June 3rd is the last day to register in person or postmark a registration form for the June 28th Primary Election. Republican and Democratic Parties have primaries for Governor this year. Registration forms and applications for absentee ballots may be found online at delcony.us, call 607-832-5321 or stop in at 3 Gallant Avenue in Delhi. Delhi NY.

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The 73rd annual Sherburne Pageant of Bands takes place today through Saturday. Over 30 school districts are scheduled to participate in Saturday’s main event on main Street in Sherburne at 1:00 PM.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 6-2-22

18-year-old Payton Gendron of Conklin was charged Wednesday by an Erie County Grand Jury with domestic terrorism motivated by hate and 10 counts of 1st-degree murder. Gendron has been in custody since the May 14th shooting at a Buffalo TOPS Supermarket, the 25-count indictment also contains charges of murder and attempted murder as a hate crime and weapons possession.

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State Police responded to a report of a head-on collision involving an SUV and a Trailways bus on State Highway 23 in the town of Davenport. The only occupant of the SUV, a 65-year-old woman of Stamford, was pronounced deceased on scene. Her name is being withheld pending notifications to family. 5 people were on the bus, the driver is a 44-year-old woman of Astoria, and passenger who is a 59-year-old female of Hartwick were transported to Bassett Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. 3 other passengers were not injured, The investigation is on-going.

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A law introduced after the murder of Utica teen Bianca Devins has passed in the State Senate and Assembly. Bianca’s Law would create criminal and civil penalties for disseminating personal images of crime victims. In 2019, Bianca Devins was murdered by Brandon Clark in Utica, he posted photos of her body on social media, which were spread on various platforms and sent directly to members of her family. The law is headed to Governor Hochul’s desk for approval..

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will host their Annual Dinner & Awards Ceremony tonight, with 3 awards to be given out, Chamber President Teri Schunk comments:

(Teri Schunk 6-2-22)

This year’s Organization of the Year award goes to the Sidney Alumni Association, Spokesman Brian Innes commented:

(Brian Innes 6-2-22)

Chamber President Teri Schunk was chosen as the Citizen of the Years, the Business of the Years award goes to Gavin’s Pizza. The Annual Dinner will be held at the Sidney Fire Hall on River street starting at 5:00 PM.

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A Black Lives Matter gathering in Bainbridge was met by dozens of counter protestors supporting Police agencies Saturday afternoon.  Gilda Ward of the Tri-County Tea Party Patriots said that she was there to Support the police of the area:

(Gilda Ward 8-17-20)

Ward said that some members of other groups with confederate flags were asked to take those down, & they did not, she reported that there were a couple of fights that broke out, but no arrests have been reported by Bainbridge Police.

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Governor Cuomo announced that gyms could open again in New York State shortly:

(Cuomo 8-17-20)

The Governor Said that Gyms could operate at 33% capacity upon re-opening.

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The Bainbridge Guilford Central School District will hold informational meeting with district parents Tuesday & Wednesday, regarding their re-opening plans for the fall.  BG Superintendent Tim Ryan explains:

(Tim Ryan 8-17-20)

Ryan said that virtual meetings will be held Tuesday at 6:00 PM, Wednesday at 10:00 AM and a meeting will be held Wednesday evening at 6:00 PM at the High School Auditorium, with a limit of 50 people due to CDC guidelines.

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The State Health Department reported 408 new positive COVID 19 cases Sunday, out of just fewer than 57,000 tests.  There were 534 hospitalizations, with 133 in ICU beds & 64 on ventilators; there were 6 deaths Sunday, bringing the state death toll to 25,256.  425,900 New Yorkers have tested positive for the virus since March.

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Chenango County Public Health announced that they were at 218 total positive cases of COVID 19 since March.  91 people are quarantined, 1 is hospitalized, 197 have recovered, there have been 7 deaths, and they have conducted over 19,600 tests.

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The Broome County Health Department announced that they are up to 1110 positive COVID 19 cases since March, with 74 deaths, 965 recoveries & 440 people are being monitored by the Health Department, they have conducted over 33,400 tests.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 8-17-20

A Black Lives Matter gathering in Bainbridge was met by dozens of counter protestors favoring Police & some had confederate symbols, Saturday afternoon.  Unadilla native & standup comedian Taury Seward aimed some of his comments at the counter protestors:

(Taury Seward 8-17-20)

Brief altercations were reported, but no arrests have been reported by Bainbridge Police yet.

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The Otsego County Health Department announced another free COVID 19 testing site on Thursday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, at the Southside Mall Parking Lot in Oneonta.  The testing is for people who are not sick but want to be tested, by a nasal swab.  This is a drive up testing site. Individuals will be required to remain in their vehicle and wear a mask when pulling up to the testing tent.  This testing site is for Otsego County residents only, call 547-4279 to pre-register for the clinic.

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U.S. Senator Charles Schumer will meet with business owners for an economic summit today in Sidney today.  Schumer’s meeting will begin at 4:00 PM at the Sidney Civic Center.

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1 of the Sidney Central School District’s parent informational meeting has been posted to the school website & social media and parents need to access the fall attendance registration form, also available on social media and the district’s website, Superintendent Eben Bullock explains:

(Eben Bullock 8-17-20)

More information or registration is available at 561-7703 today and Tuesday; all parents need to complete the official registration form for attending school in September and it will only be available through Tomorrow.

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(Cuomo 6-8-20-#2)

The Governor said that on Sunday, more than 60,000 Coronavirus tests were conducted state wide, with only 1% testing positive.

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New York State Department of Health announced that only about 1% of those tested for the Coronavirus this weekend tested positive.  The state had only 702 new cases Sunday, bringing the state total to 378,799.  24,299 have passed away since the pandemic started in early March.

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Chenango County Public Health announced that they have 134 total cases of the Coronavirus, with only 1 hospitalized, 101 have recovered, 99 are quarantined, there have been 5 deaths, & over 5900 tests have been performed.

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The New York State Workers Compensation Board has received many questions about how the Coronavirus relates to Workers Comp claims, for both the employer & employee.  The latest information has been posted at wcb.ny.gov/covid-19.

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The Village of Bainbridge Department of Public Works will be working on Water Lines starting at 3:00 AM Tuesday, on East Main Street from River Street to the traffic light & West Main Street from the Traffic Light to Mount Pleasant Drive.  Residents may experience loss of water service or Roily Water during the work; they expect to restore service by 6:00 AM.

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School Budget votes will be counted starting tomorrow for all school districts statewide.  The Bainbridge Guilford central School District has a proposed budget of 20.1 Million Dollars, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan comments:

(Tim Ryan 6-8-20)

The Afton Central School District has a budget, a bus proposition, and others items for voters to decide on, including a large Capital Project, Afton Superintendent Tim McNamara comments:

(Tim McNamara 6-8-20)

The Proposed budget for the Afton District is $16.4 Million dollars & the Building project is about 19 Million Dollar Building Project.  Governor Cuomo announced over the weekend that they will extend the deadline for school districts to receive school budget ballots, they can be hand delivered by 5:00 PM tomorrow and can be received by mail through June 16th.

Governor Cuomo announced Sunday that the state is considering allowing outdoor Graduation ceremonies up to 150 people with social distancing later this month:

(Cuomo 6-8-20 Graduation)

Governor Cuomo signed legislation extending the deadline to submit absentee ballots until the day of the election.  Primary Ballots must be postmarked by June 23rd, the Governor will extend the deadline for school districts to receive school budget ballots, they can be hand delivered by 5:00 PM tomorrow and can be received by mail through June 16th.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 31 year old Mario Darder of Hancock following an investigation into a domestic dispute.  Deputies located an individual walking away from the scene of the reported domestic dispute, Darder possessed methamphetamine and heroin, he was charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance, he was released on an appearance ticket and directed to appear in the Tompkins Town Court on a later date.

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There will be a Community Partnership Mass Food Distribution Today at the Sidney Fire Station on River Street at 11:00 AM.  Arriving early will cause traffic problems & larger crowds, so please arrive at 11:00 & Stay in your vehicle.

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The Sidney Central School District announced that they will be hosting a car parade for the graduating class of 2020 on Friday June 12th, beginning at 11:00 AM at the Junior Senior High school.  The Parade will go down West Main Street to Main, River Union Street, onto Pearl Street & back to the School grounds for a drive through Barbecue.

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The Broome County Health Department announced Sunday that they have had 597 positive cases of the Coronavirus since Early March.  There have been 45 deaths, 474 recoveries, 273 patients are being monitored by the Health Department, and they have conducted more than 14,000 tests.

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Delaware County is reporting no new cases of COVID-19 Sunday, there have been 77 confirmed positive cases, with an additional 15 under quarantine, 2 of the confirmed active cases in the hospital, 5 are isolated at home, 5 people have died and 65 have fully recovered.

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(Cuomo 6-2-20)

State Police Superintendent Keith Corlett said that troopers are ready to be deployed again tonight, where ever they are needed:

(Superintendent Corlett 6-2-20)

Governor Cuomo said that he didn’t envision a need to send State Police or the National Guard to New York City, which has a police force of 38,000 currently.

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The State Health Department reports over 1300 new coronavirus cases in Hospitals across the state Monday, bringing the state total since March of 373,040.  Another 58 died from the Virus Monday, bringing the state death toll to 24,023.

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The State Health Department continues to double check the discrepancies of Coronavirus deaths attributed to both Nursing homes & Hospitals.  Early in the Pandemic, officials have learned that a Nursing home could send a positive patient to a hospital, where they later died, the hospitals would list the death among their reporting to the State, and the Nursing home, which was the patient’s legal address, would also report that death to the state.  The investigation by the Health Department is ongoing.

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Governor Cuomo announced today that Summer Day Camps Can Reopen on June 29th, a decision on sleep away summer camps has not yet been reached, plans will have to be drawn up to provide for social distancing in the sleeping areas as well as during various camp activities.

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The Broome County Health department reports 557 total coronavirus cases today, with 44 deaths. 407 recoveries & 369 patients are being monitored.  They have conducted over 13,000 tests since early March.

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The Broome County Agricultural Society announced today that they have decided to cancel the 2020 Broome County Fair.   The Board of Directors aims to resume the Broome County Fair, July 27 to August 1, 2021.

The Bainbridge Guilford central School District will hold their public budget hearing at 6:00 PM tonight through Zoom, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan comments:

(Tim Ryan 6-2-20)

The Proposed budget is 20.1 Million dollars; the tax levy increase is 2.4%.

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Delaware County Public Health received no positive lab reports for COVID-19 Monday, they currently report 73 Total Positive Results, 63 have recovered, 4 are Isolating at Home, 2 are Hospitalized, 4 are Deceased, 18 are Quarantined, they have performed over 26oo tests.

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Chenango County Public health announced that they are up to 133 confirmed cases of the Coronavirus.  There are currently 107 people quarantined, 1 is hospitalized, 5 have died, 93 have recovered, they have conducted 4467 tests.

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The Town of Sidney announced that there will be a Round Table Zoning Law meeting on Tuesday June 9th starting at 6:30 on Zoom! Information is available at the Town of Sidney Website.  More information is available at 561-2334.

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Delaware County DPW will begin milling on County Route 33 today at the intersection with State Route 23 & the work will proceed to County Route 12.  The Work will be performed daily from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, weather permitting & is expected to be completed June 12th.

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(Cuomo 3-23-20)

Tomorrow, testing will begin on anti-malaria drugs to see if they can help lower the number of Coronavirus cases across the state.

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Otsego County Health Department announced that they have had their first positive Coronavirus test.  The individual was in close contact with another person who had tested positive in another county, that person is quarantined & close contacts have been notified.

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The New York State Public High School Athletic Association announced today that they are officially cancelling the 2020 winter state championships. The sports that were still left to play were boys and girls basketball, bowling and ice hockey. Plans are being developed to honor and formally recognize the students and teams who qualified to participate in these championship events. The status of the spring state championships will be determined on or prior to Monday, April 27th.

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The New York State Academy of Family Physicians has released a new statement linking Tobacco use and Covid-19.  New Research indicates that Patients who use tobacco are 14 times more likely to have Covid-19 progression; they support the total ban for Tobacco products due to the coronavirus pandemic.  Those thinking about quitting can call the Smokers’ Quitline at 1-866-697-8487

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Delaware County Board of Supervisors Chairperson Tina Mole is asking people from outside of the county, to not visit here at this time.  Mole also reminded residents that Congregations of more than 50 persons are a direct violation of the Governor’s Executive Order & it could quickly overwhelm the County healthcare system if there is a large influx of coronavirus cases.

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New York State put out a call for retired healthcare professionals to enlist in the state’s Coronavirus response & they also called on qualified medical & nursing school students to enlist.  Governor Cuomo stated that 30,000 people have responded, but more are needed, they can enlist health.ny.gov/assistance

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State Senator Fred Akshar and Assemblyman Cliff Crouch are not happy with a mailing sent out by Republican Assembly Candidate Nick Libous, Assemblyman Crouch comments:

(Cliff Crouch 3-23-20)

Assemblyman Crouch announced that he would not seek re-election after 25 years in the State Assembly, leading to a number of candidates coming forward to replace him, & he promptly endorsed former Norwich police chief, Fireman & Military combat veteran Joe Angelino for his Assembly Seat.

President Donald Trump has approved a major disaster declaration for New York due to the coronavirus outbreak.  The FEMA announced federal disaster assistance is available to New York to supplement coronavirus recovery efforts.  The move makes federal crisis counseling funds available to affected individuals in all areas of the state.

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Delaware County received 2 new positive reports Saturday, 1 positive case do not reside in Delaware County; the case was transferred to New York City Health Department. Currently, Delaware County has 2 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19, they are unrelated. Delaware County Public Health Services in partnership with the New York State Department of Health, local hospitals and healthcare providers is actively investigating these cases and providing guidance on reducing the spread (i.e., quarantine, cleaning and other recommendations) as appropriate.

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Broome County Executive Jason Garnar announced Saturday that the 1st person in Broome County has died from the coronavirus in Lourdes Hospital. The individual was a new case in addition to those 2 previously announced late last week; the Broome County Health Department is trying to locate all those who came in contact with the deceased for testing & possible quarantine.

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The Bainbridge Guilford Central School district announced that 1 member of their staff has tested positive for the Coronavirus, they do not believe that there was any contact at the school & there should be no risk to staff or students at this time.  The investigation is ongoing.

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The Delaware County Clerk has announced that All Department of Motor Vehicles Offices will be closed as of Monday March 23, 2020 until further notice.  This is in compliance with the Executive Order of Governor Cuomo on March 20, 2020.  This order supersedes the previous posting of reduced hours for Department of Motor Vehicle Offices in Delaware County.

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Governor Cuomo announced that those who run a New York State business that collects sales tax, that were supposed to file Quarterly tax return on Friday,  will not be penalized if they didn’t pay, due to the COVID-19 crisis, which led to layoffs, & business closures.

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Delaware County officials announced that due to the Coronavirus situation, they will not be requiring businesses to pay for occupancy tax at this time.

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There will be an emergency Red Cross Blood Drive at the Sidney Fireman’s Training Center on River Street in Sidney Today, from 10:00 Am to 3:00 PM.

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The Sidney Village Board will meet Monday at 7:00 PM; the meeting is closed to the public but will be streamed live on Facebook.

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