State Police and local law enforcement agencies statewide will crack down on impaired and reckless driving during Super Bowl weekend. The STOP-DWI campaign will include underage drinking enforcement, along with increased patrols and sobriety checkpoints to deter, identify and arrest impaired drivers. The enforcement initiative runs Today, through Sunday, February Night.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a multi-vehicle accident that occurred on State Route 12A in the Town of Chenango at about 8:10 AM this morning. Broome County Sheriff’s Office patrols received a report of a stolen Kia SUV in the Town of Chenango, a patrol recognized the stolen vehicle waiting at a stop light and initiated a traffic stop, the deputy approached the vehicle, the driver took off at a high rate of speed, running a red light, the deputy returned to his vehicle and began to initiate what would ultimately be a short pursuit, with the stolen Kia colliding with two other vehicles less than a mile from the site of the original traffic stop. The driver of 1 of the vehicles hit, sustained serious injuries and was transported to UHS Wilson Medical Center for treatment. The driver of the stolen Kia was identified as a minor, sustained minor injuries and was also taken to Wilson. The investigation is continuing.

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40 year old Christopher Davis of Oneonta was indicted by a Delaware County Grand Jury Thursday, for Predatory Sexual Assault against a Child & Criminal Solicitation, Davis is alleged to have commanded, requested, or otherwise attempted to induce a third party to commit the felony crime of Criminal Sexual Act & repeatedly attempting to arrange for an adult mother to engage in sexual conduct with him and her minor daughters & attempting to cause an adult female to commit Sexual Abuse, and for planning with another adult to drug a female friend so that they could engage in sexual acts while that female was incapacitated. Davis was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail. He is scheduled to be arraigned on the indictment on Tuesday

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 57 year old John Sheldrick of Edmeston following an investigation into a menacing complaint. Sheldrick was charged with Criminal Possession of a weapon, Menacing, Criminal Mischief & Aggravated Harassment, he was found to be in possession of a weapon, menacing the victim, intentionally damage the property of another and harassment, Sheldrick was held at the Otsego County Sheriffs Office, pending court action.

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The Community Cultural Center at 1 Bridge Street in Sidney will host a Comedy Night tonight with Pat Dabiere & Travis Sealey & host Mikael Gregg. Tickets Are $15 Per Person Or $25 Per Couple at the door. Spokesperson Amy Williams told WCDO that there will be an event for children on Saturday:

(Amy Williams 2-9-24)

More information about upcoming events at the Community Cultural Center can be found on their Facebook page.

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Sidney Police Department received a complaint Thursday of a deceased dog found in a wooded area near Fox Street. Officers responded to the scene and located a female dog that is believed to be a Bull-mastiff. The dog is a fawn color with a black mask and appears to be less than a year old. The dog also appeared to have been extremely malnourished before its death. Evidence at the scene suggests the dog was placed at the location after its death. The Sidney Police Department is investigating this as an animal cruelty case and is asking anyone with any information to please contact the Sidney Police Department at 607 561-2301

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 2-9-24

Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of a domestic incident at a residence at 90 Circle Drive in the Town of Colesville, Upon the deputies’ arrival, 22 year old Robert Bertram of Port Crane, pulled into the driveway behind the patrol car, exited his vehicle and began yelling at other residents at the scene. After repeatedly ignoring both verbal commands and efforts by patrols to deescalate the situation, Bertram was arrested, he was intoxicated and fought with officers, While in custody, he refused all sobriety and chemical tests. He continued to act aggressively and erratically, repeatedly shouting, screaming, throwing shoes, he was charged with DWI, Obstructing Governmental Administration, Resisting Arrest, Harassment, Refusing to Take a Breath Test, & various traffic violations, he was arraigned at Central Arraignment and released on an appearance ticket to answer for his charges at the Town of Colesville Court later this month.

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The Binghamton Rumble Ponies will host a seasonal job fair at Mirabito Stadium on Saturday from 10 am. – 3 pm. The Rumble Ponies are looking to fill a variety of positions this coming season, Open interviews will be held on-site, and candidates are encouraged to bring a resume, Applicants must be 16 years of age or older, The job fair will be held at Mirabito Stadium. More information is available at milb.com/binghamton/team/employmentopportunities

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Bainbridge Rotary Club Red Cross Blood Drive at the Bainbridge Town Hall, 15 North Main Street on Saturday, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. To Make an appointments, call 1-800 RED CROSS or RedCrossBlood.org or with the Red Cross Blood Donor App.

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The Delaware County Office for the Aging will have an Open House today, from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 PM at 97 Main Street in Delhi, more information about their programs are available at (607) 832-5750.

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State Police were dispatched Tuesday morning at about 5:40 AM, to a report of a tractor trailer rollover on I-88 east at exit 9 in the town of Sidney. An investigation revealed that an Old Dominion Freight Line tractor trailer with a rear tandem trailer overturned. The driver, a 38-year-old male of Albany, was not injured. The right lane was shut down and reopened around 8:00 AM.

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State Police were dispatched Friday to Huckleberry Hill Road in the town of Middletown for a report of a missing 79-year-old woman with dementia. Numerous troopers, State Police K9, State Forest Rangers, Fire and EMS responded to the area, plus a State Police drone was utilized in assisting with the search. The 79-year-old woman was located in a heavily wooded area off Huckleberry Hill Road and sustained minor injuries. She was turned over to EMS and transported to Margaretville Hospital for further evaluation.

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The Chenango Arts Council announced that Auditions will be held soon for “Agatha Christie’s Mousetrap”, to be performed October 8th, at the Martin W. Kappel Theater. Auditions will be held tonight & tomorrow night at the Kappel Theater from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, more information is available by emailing lphillipson4@yahoo.com

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce, will host a Congressional Candidate Forum with a question and answer session, Thursday from 10:00 to 11:30 AM, Delaware County Chamber of Commerce President Ray Pucci comments:

(Ray Pucci 8-17-22)

The event will be held at the Roscoe Beer Company Garden, 145 Rockland Road, Roscoe, There will be a special election to fill the position on August 23rd, the winner of the election will fill the seat through Jan. 1, 2023.

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The Bainbridge Rotary Club is holding their annual fundraising Golf Tournament Thursday starting at 9:00 AM at the Afton Golf Course, Bainbridge Rotarian Dave DeClue explains:

(Dave DeClue 8-17-22)

For for information on the Bainbridge Rotary Club, contact DeClue at 607-743-2523.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 8-17-22

Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 27 year old Austin DeMuth of Guilford following a vehicle pursuit Monday afternoon with a motorcycle, from the Town of Smithville & into Cortland County & Broome County. DeMuth was taken into custody, following a pursuit on foot in Whitney Point, he was transported to Wilson Hospital with minor injuries, & he was charged with Unlawful fleeing, Obstruction of Governmental Administration, Resisting Arrest and numerous traffic violations. DeMuth also had a warrant out of the Town of Norwich Court, he was arraigned in the City of Norwich Court and was remanded with no bail and is to return to court on a later date.

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State Police arrested 3 Binghamton men for attempted murder in connection with a shooting in West Corners in July. Arrested were Keith Harris, Alex Shoga & Tavin Wilson, they were arraigned at Broome County Central Arraignment and Processing. The victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries on July 25 in the town of Union.

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Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation that makes imitation weapons easily identifiable, allowing law enforcement to identify a device as fake when assessing threats. The law also said that permissible imitation weapons must be easily identifiable & must be colored white, or several bright colors, or be made of transparent or translucent materials.

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U.S. Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced $5.4 Million dollars in federal funding for 3 Central New York and Southern Tier airports. Greater Binghamton/Link Field will get about 2.2 Million Dollars to reconstruct airfield guidance signs and to reconstruct or replace the airport lighting vault.

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The Susquehanna SPCA will host area legislators and representatives from the New York State Animal Protection Federation and animal shelters from throughout the region, during a press conference later this morning in support of the Puppy Mill Pipeline Bill, which has already passed both houses of the New York State Legislature, Susquehanna SPCA Executive Director Stacie Haynes explains:

(Stacie Haynes 8-17-22)

Haynes said that every year, thousands of puppies from out of state puppy mills are sold to unassuming consumers at astronomical prices. The dogs are bred in factory like facilities, and are physically, mentally, and medically compromised puppies sold at retail outlets, the bill has not yet been signed by Governor Hochul.

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The State Department of Health updated New Yorkers on the poliovirus, following the identification of polio in early June wastewater samples in Rockland County, the virus has now also been detected in wastewater samples in Orange County. Analysis by the CDC has found 7 positive samples from Rockland & Orange Counties, which are genetically linked to the individual case of paralytic polio previously identified in a Rockland County resident. Officials urge New York Residents to get updated on the Polio Vaccine as soon as possible, More information is available at health.ny.gov/diseases.

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State Police reported a 104% increase in gun seizures this year compared with same period in 2021. The increase includes a Major Gun Bust by New State Police Unit, where 30 illegal guns were seized, including Assault Rifles and Ghost Guns; with multiple suspects arrested. Governor Hochul secured $2.5 Million in the State Budget for 14 Positions for New State Police Gun Trafficking Interdiction Unit

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at D’s Pizzeria in Walton and arrested Damien Falconio on 2 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, 1 count each of Forcible Touching, Unlawful Imprisonment & Persistent Sexual Abuse. Falconio was convicted of 3rd Degree Rape & Sexual Abuse in 2012, he was released from state prison as a Level 3 Sex Offender in August 2016 and just completed his parole supervision in June. Falconio was arraigned and remanded without bail to Delaware County Correctional Facility. The investigation is ongoing and additional charges may be filed at a later time.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office, arrested 25 year old Clayton Truax of Roseboom on 2 counts of Assault & Endangering the Welfare of child. Truax is accused of hitting his child with a metal bottle, causing an eye injury, he was remanded to the Otsego County Correctional Facility on $5,000 cash or $50,000 bond.

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Chenango Arts Council will hold their Kids Summer Art Camp entitled “Summer Cool: Student Theater and Arts”, starting on Monday, spokesperson Mary Beth Miller explains:

(Mary Beth Miller 8-5-22)

5 day workshops will be held August 8th to the 12th and August 15th, to the 19th, sessions are from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Arts Council in Norwich. Pre-registration is required at ChenangoArts.org or by calling 607-336-2787.

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The Bainbridge Rotary Club is holding their annual fundraising Golf Tournament on August 18th at the Afton Golf Course, Bainbridge Rotarian Dave DeClue explains:

(Dave DeClue 8-5-22)

To Sign up a team, contact DeClue at 607-743-2523.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 8-5-22

Chenango County Sheriff’s Office responded Wednesday to a report of a trespass in progress at a Town of Norwich residence. A male and two females were found and detained at the location, the vehicle driven to the residence was reported stolen from New Hartford in June. Deputies Arrested Aaron Gabriel, Tami Lyn Gray of Norwich and Jennifer Pollock of Norwich, for 2nd degree Burglary, Criminal Possession of Stolen Property and Conspiracy, all are being held at the Chenango County Correctional Facility.

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The Sidney Elks Lodge will hold their annual “Lookin’ Back ” Car show & Chicken Barbecue Saturday, organizer Lori Lang explains:

(Lori Lang 8-5-22)

The Car Show & Chicken Barbecue will run from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Sidney Elks Lodge on River Street.

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The Chenango County Historical Society announced their Summer Barn Party, celebrating 175 years of the Chenango County Fair, tonight from 6:00 to 8:30 PM in the Society’s Loomis Barn, at 41 Rexford Street in Norwich. Event proceeds will support a significant portion of the organization’s annual operating budget. More information is available at ChenangoHistorical.org.

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Sidney Rotary Club & Cullman Child Developmental Center of Sidney will hold the 4th & last Free Summer event Saturday, Rotary Spokesman Larry Halbert told WCDO News about the “Big Rig Event”:

(Larry Halbert 8-5-22)

Halbert said that the event will be held at the Cullman Center at 90 West Road in Sidney, more information is available at the Sidney Rotary Facebook Page, or by calling 563-PLAY.

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Norwich City Police arrested 42 year old Todd Jackson of Norwich for allegedly setting a dumpster on fire at a Norwich senior living facility in the early morning hours on Saturday, April 30th. The fire damaged the dumpster & surrounding fences, The Norwich Fire department quickly extinguished the fire and no injuries were reported. Jackson was arrested Thursday for 2nd & 3rd degree criminal mischief and 5th degree arson, he was arraigned in Norwich City Court and held on $10,000 bail.

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The Bainbridge Rotary Club is sponsoring their 19th Bike A-Thon tomorrow at General Clinton Park. The proceeds from pledges will be used to purchase a refrigerator unit at the Bainbridge Community Center, more information is available at 607-226-7744.

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University of Maine Chancellor’s office announced that Michael Laliberte will be the next president of the University of Maine at Augusta starting August 1st. Laliberte has served as President of the SUNY Delhi since 2016, where he added 19 new degree programs to address local and state workforce issues and oversaw $42 million in transformative capital projects.

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The Gus Macker Basketball Tournament is returning to Norwich this summer after a 2 year break due to the COVID 19 pandemic, with the tournament at the Norwich High School, Organizer Tom Revoir said that certified referees are needed:

(Tom Revoir 5-6-22)

Those who would like to register a team to play in this summers Macker Tournament can go online by June 20th at Macker.com, sponsors can call Tom Revoir or Jamey Mullen at the Norwich YMCA at 336-9622.

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The Cullman Child Development Center in Sidney is holding a free event this Saturday to test area children’s hearing, Cullman Director Amy Williams explains:

(Amy Williams 5-6-22)

The screenings will be held this Saturday At the Cullman Center in Sidney from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM for those who register at cullmancenter.org, or at 563-7529.

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A.M. NEWS Friday 5-6-22

27 year old Vincent Cavalieri was sentenced to a one-year conditional discharge in Oneida County Court for injuring 2 people in a Camden Restaurant when he accidentally discharged his firearm. Cavalieri pleaded guilty to reckless endangerment, in additional to the conditional discharge, he will be resigning from the Cooperstown Police Department, he will have his pistol license suspended for a year.

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The Broome County District Attorney’s Office announced that 45 year old Chad Jackson of Binghamton, was found guilty of 2nd degree burglary, On March 28, 2020, Jackson broke into a room at the Del Motel on Upper Court Street in Kirkwood and stole items from a person inside. He is facing up to 15 years in prison and faces sentencing August 8th.

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The Jericho Arts Council presents the Roy Orbison Tribute “Only The Lonely” Saturday, @ 7:00 pm at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater. Doors open at 6:00 pm, Tickets will be available at the door or reserve ahead of time at 607-288-3882. This Saturday The Fine Arts Show will be featured in the gallery. Check jerichoarts.com for a listing of future events.

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A Virtual Economic Outlook Briefing sponsored by NBT Bank and Co-sponsor Preferred Mutual Insurance Company, will be held tomorrow morning from 8:30 to 9:30 AM.  Commerce Chenango President & CEO Kerri Green comments;

(Kerri Green 2-24-21)

The event is Complimentary for members & $10 for non-members, more information is available at 334-1402.

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Chenango County Public Health reported 2 new cases of COVID 19 Today, with 65 Active Cases, 171 Quarantines & 14 hospitalized.  Chenango County report a total of 2385 Confirmed Cases, they have had 2185 recoveries & 52 deaths.

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SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras announced that intercollegiate athletic competition within SUNY will resume March 20th.  The approval is based upon a detailed collaborative plan that was developed by more than 50 athletic administrators, coaches and sports information directors and meets guidance provided by SUNY, the NCAA, and state and local departments of health. More information is available at suny.edu. 

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75 year old Martin Gugino of Buffalo has  filed a federal court lawsuit against the city of Buffalo and 2 Police officers, who pushed him to the ground, he suffered a fractured skull & spent a month in the hospital recuperating.  Gugino’s incident was captured on video, in which the officers pushed him during a protest.   Charges against officers Aaron Torgalski and Robert McCabe, were dismissed by a Grand Jury,  Gugino has filed a lawsuit against the 2 officers,  the city of Buffalo, Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown, Police Commissioner Byron Lockwood, & others of violating his civil rights.

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Former Aide to Governor Cuomo, Lindsay Boylan, gave more details regarding her accusation last December, about unwanted advances from Governor Cuomo, when she worked as Vice President of the Empire State Development & as a special adviser to the Governor from 2015 to 2018.  Boylan first made the accusations during a failed run for Manhattan Borough president last year; she refused to elaborate to reporters last year, but released details today on Medium.com.  Governor Cuomo said that there was no truth to the accusations in December.

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CWA Union Members at Acco Brands in Sidney approved of their latest contract proposal Tuesday.  Union officials said that 187 approved of the contract while 49 opposed.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 2-24-21

The State Department of Health informed Delaware County Public Health that the U.K. variant of COVID-19 has been identified in 1 case in Delaware County. There is currently no evidence that this strain is more dangerous. It just spreads more easily.   The County had 8 more positive tests out of 170 tested, there are 114 active cases, 24 hospitalized & 211 Quarantined, and there have been 41 deaths.

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19th District Congressman Antonio Delgado will host a “town hall” meeting through Zoom at 6:15 PM.  Delgado will discuss the COVID-19 relief package, & will answer questions, constituents can participate at (855) 905-3295 to join the town hall, or view it on the Congressman’s Facebook page.

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The Bainbridge Rotary Club will host a Doug’s Fish Fry to go today starting at 11:00 AM until 6:00 pm @ St. Peter’s Episcopal Church. Orders can be called in until 4:00 pm call 753-9184 Extension 2, Walk ups also welcome

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State Attorney General Letitia James announced that a Grand Jury in Rochester declined to indict the Police Officers involved in the incident that led to the death of 41 year old Daniel Prude in Rochester last March.  Police officers could be seen in the video putting a hood over the head of Prude, who suffered from mental issues, they held Prude on the pavement until he stopped breathing.  

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Local law enforcement agencies participated in a traffic safety saturation detail last Thursday, organized by the State Police.  21 law enforcement members were involved in the detail that took place in Sidney, Agencies involved included the State Police, Village of Sidney Police Department, Delaware County Sheriff’s Department, Delaware County Probation Department, State Parole officers and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.  A total of 21 traffic tickets were issued, there was 1 DWI, a violation of the Safe Act, 2 arrests for Criminal Possession of Methamphetamines, Unlawful Possession of Marihuana and a probation violation.

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A small explosion at Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown Tuesday injured 2 construction workers.  the explosion occurred near the hospital’s receiving dock when a contractor was transporting equipment  in an exterior stairwell connected to a construction site, 1 workers suffered severe injuries & was reported to Upstate medical Center in Syracuse, a 2nd construction worker was treated at Bassett for his injuries.  The cause of the explosion is under investigation by the State Fire Marshal’s office. Damage was minimal, hospital operations were not affected.

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Chobani announced that they are raising their minimum hourly wage from $13 to $15, starting in the first quarter of 2021, at the headquarters in Norwich, and at their Greek yogurt plants in South Edmeston and in Twin Falls, Idaho.  Employees already making more than $15 an hour will see their pay increase by comparable amounts. Chobani’s average hourly rate at the facilities will be about $19 an hour.

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The Village of Sidney will have “Trick or Treat” hours Saturday for Halloween from 5:00 to 8:00 PM, Sidney Mayor Andy Matviak explains:

(Andy Matviak 10-28-20)

Mayor Matviak told WCDO News that the full list of recommendations for Halloween is available at the village’s Facebook page, or on their weekly Small Town Connects Email.

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Chenango County Public Health announced that they are up to 388 COVID 19 cases, with 45 Active Cases, 263 in Quarantine & 6 Hospitalizations.  Chenango County has had 7deaths and they have conducted 35,774 tests.

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Broome County Health Department announced that they have had another 173 COVID 19 cases since Monday.  They report 94 deaths, 2816 recoveries and over 4900 people are being monitored by the Health department.  The State Health Department announced that the “Yellow Zone” in the southern part of Broome County had a 15% positivity rate for COVID testing on Monday.

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Hartwick College reported 3 new cases of COVID-19 Wednesday.  College officials confirm that there are 13 active cases on campus; the total number of cases detected on campus since August 1st is now up to 34.

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The Bainbridge Rotary Club will hold their annual Pancake Day; take out only, on Election Day November 3rd, at the Back of Bob’s Diner.  Rotary spokesperson June White said that it is part of the Rotary’s effort to eradicate polio in the last 2 countries where it exists:

(June White 10-28-20)

White said that people must wear their masks and practice social distancing at the event next Tuesday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-28-20

Governor Cuomo announced that 98,413 test results were reported Monday, yielding 1,509 positive cases statewide.  The state has 1083 Hospitalized, there are 233 in ICU Beds, 120 are on ventilators, and there were 15 more deaths Monday, bringing the state death toll to 25,758. 

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Governor Cuomo announced that California has been added to New York State’s COVID-19 travel advisory. No areas have been removed; Non-Essential Interstate Travel to and from Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Jersey & Pennsylvania is discouraged.  The List can be located at coronavirus.health.ny.gov

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Otsego County Department of Health announced that they had 5 cases of COVID 19 reported today as well as another death related to the virus, giving the County 8 deaths since March, all were over 60.   The Current Otsego Numbers:  986 total confirmed cases, 40 active cases, with no one hospitalized, 751 cases are linked to SUNY Oneonta & 32 confirmed cases in Hartwick College students.

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Delaware County Public Health reported 3 more cases of COVID 19 Tuesday, with 17 active cases, 4 of those are hospitalized, and 119 are quarantined.  The County reports a total of 160 cases, 134 recoveries, 9 deaths and over 23,500 tests have been performed.

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State Police arrested 56 year old Edward Hillery of Afton for 3rd degree Assault, following a report of an assault on Main Street in the village of Afton.  Hillery allegedly punched a 70-year-old victim multiple times then pulled the victim to the ground and kicked the victim.  The victim did sustain injuries and was checked out by Greene EMS but did not want to be transported.   Hillery was virtually arraigned and released on his own recognizance.  The judge issued an order of protection.

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State Police arrested 38 year old Nathaniel Lavender of Sweeny, Texas for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, after a trooper on patrol on Oak Street in the town of Deposit observed a vehicle with a vehicle and traffic violation and initiated a traffic stop.  Lavender’s license has been suspended a total of 18 times, he was processed & was released on appearance tickets to the town of Deposit court on November 23rd. 

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Governor Cuomo announced that the state has administered 12 million COVID 19 tests, with over 91,000 tested Sunday, with 1029 positive tests. there were 13 COVID related deaths Sunday, giving the state 25,587 deaths since March. Hospitalizations, Patients in an ICU Bed & patients on ventilators have all been increasing in the last 2 weeks.

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The Broome County Health Department announced another 93 positive COVID 19 cases Monday afternoon, giving them a total of 2386. They report 83 deaths, 1687 recoveries, and they are monitoring 3768 people. A full list of places where COVID 19 positive cases have been confirmed is available at gobroomecounty.com/hd/coronavirus/public_statements.

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Municipalities with Police Department have been mandated by Governor Cuomo, to meet with their communities & change Policing procedures, if deemed necessary with a commission of local residents. Bainbridge Mayor Phil Wade told WCDO News that they have had their preliminary ZOOM meeting, and said that they hope to nail everything down shortly:

(Phil Wade 10-12-20)

Wade said that the next ZOOM meeting will be on October 27th. Sidney Mayor Andy Matviak told WCDO News that they are forming their commission currently, Oneonta City Police & their community are well underway with their process.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced that a State Senate District 51 event, featuring candidates Jim Barber and Peter Oberacker will be held on Wednesday, October 21, starting at 12:00 noon and a State Senate District 42 forum, featuring candidates Jen Metzger and Mike Martucci will be held on Thursday, October 22, starting at 10:00 am. Both events are free and open to the public through “Zoom”, Connection information will be emailed prior to the event to all those who register to info@delawarecounty.org. The programs will be recorded for later viewing.

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State Police arrested 73 year old Darrel Rich for 1st degree assault, in connection with a shooting in the town of Fenton on Saturday. State police reported that a 58-year-old woman was shot and was taken to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City. Rich was processed and transported to Broome County Central Arraignment, the shooting remains under investigation.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 10-12-20

The Masonville Fire Department responded to a barn fire in Masonville Sunday on State Route 206. The fire started around 4:30 PM Sunday, 16 fire departments responded, the barn was filled with Hay, no people or animals were injured, it was completely destroyed, Delaware County Emergency Services is investigating the cause.

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Governor Cuomo announced that 118,254 tests were conducted for COVID 19 Saturday, with 1143 positive tests. Hospitalizations are up to 820, 186 were in ICU, 84 were intubated, there were 5 deaths from Covid Saturday, Total Deaths are up to 25,574.

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The Binghamton area has been designated as a Yellow zone, since the discovery of clusters in the City. Yellow Zone restrictions include no more than 25 people at a gathering, indoors or outdoors, houses of worship can have 50% maximum capacity, non essential businesses remain open, Indoor & Outdoor Dining are permitted with 4 maximum per table, Schools are Open with Mandatory weekly testing of students and school personnel, in accordance with DOH guidance.

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Delaware County Public Health announced 3 new positive test for COVID 19 for the weekend, giving the county 132 positive cases since March. 8 active cases are all recovering at home, 91 are quarantined, there have been 8 deaths and 116 recoveries.

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Delaware County Public Health is offering seasonal flu vaccine for County residents, who are income eligible on Tuesday October 13, between 12:00 to 3:00 PM at the Health Department located at 99 Main Street in Delhi. Appointments are required, more information is available at 832-5200.

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The Otsego County Department of Health announced that a cease & desist order was in place for the New York Harvest Festival & Freedom Fair at 397 County Highway 15 in Mount Vision Friday through yesterday. The event is in violation of 2 Executive Orders where events must limit all non-essential gatherings to 50 or fewer. Violation of the restrictions comes with a $15,000 fine and individuals who attend the event and do not wear face coverings may be subjected to a $1,000 fine, The issue has been turned over to law enforcement.

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The Bainbridge Rotary Club will have a “Doug’s Fish Fry” To Go Fundraiser from 11:00 to 6:00 today, Bainbridge Rotary Spokesperson June White explains:

(June White 10-12-20

The event’s proceeds will benefit Rotary Club Projects such as BG Student Scholarships, BG School Clubs, The Bainbridge Free Library, The Community Chest, Head Start & for Bainbridge Emergency Squad equipment.

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The New York State Association of Counties is calling on the Federal government to provide $3.1 billion in emergency supplemental funding for the public health response to the novel coronavirus. Of the $3.1 billion, at least $500 million should be directed to local and state health departments.  Additionally, Governor Cuomo recently announced that he was seeking a$40 million emergency appropriation for the New York State Department of Health to hire additional staff, procure equipment and other resources necessary to respond to the potential novel coronavirus.

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A.O. Fox Hospital recently received the 2019 Financial Sustainability Silver Award from Centurion Service Group, which annually recognizes top U.S. hospitals for financial and environmental sustainability in responsible equipment management.  The Award acknowledges hospitals for strategic participation in Centurion’s surplus medical equipment program for creating revenue by freeing important resources to access new technology and improve patient care.

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Governor Cuomo announced that New York State is now offering a free text message program to help kids quit e-cigarettes as the state moves to reverse the alarming rise in youth vaping.   To access this program, text “DropTheVape” to 88709, more information about e-cigarettes is available at health.ny.gov/NoVape

The Otsego County Office of Emergency Services confirmed that 5 firefighters were injured in a Middlefield garage fire from a series of explosions Wednesday night at 3679 Otsego County Route 35.  The firefighters were James Tallman, Jon Roach & Scott Monington of the Cooperstown Fire Department & John Sears & Ryan Smith of the Middlefield Fire Department, Roach & Monington were taken to a Syracuse Hospital for treatment of injuries, the other 3 were treated at Bassett Hospital & were released.  Firefighters from Middlefield, Cooperstown, Westford, Cherry Valley, and Milford responded to the fire Wednesday night.  State Police, State office of Fire Prevention & Control & the Otsego County Sheriff’s department are investigating the cause & origin of the fire.

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41 year old Nasir Azmat of Franklin appeared in Town of Franklin Court Thursday night to answer to more than 40 counts of charges relating to animal cruelty.  Azmat pleaded “not guilty” to all charges, he was ordered to check in weekly with authorities prior to his next court appearance March 26th. Many protesters showed up to Franklin to show their support for the dogs who are known as the “Franklin 20”, who were brought to area shelters following Azmat’s arrest.

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State Police arrested 55 year old Robert Horan of Unadilla for Endangering the Welfare of a Child and Forcible Touching, after an investigation of an incident in Unadilla in January.  Horan is a case worker with Otsego County, the incident did not occur as a part of Horan’s official work duties;  he was arraigned & was released on his own recognizance and is due back in court on April 13th.

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The total number of flu cases in New York State has eclipsed the record number of since the State Department of Health began tracking flu cases 22 years ago.   For the week ending February 22, there were 131,604 laboratory-confirmed cases so far this season, last week, the number of laboratory-confirmed flu cases decreased 26% and hospitalizations decreased 13%.

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The Bainbridge “Rotary’s Shrimp Madness” will be held Sunday @ 4:00 & 6:00 pm @ Bob’s Diner in Bainbridge.  Tickets may be purchased @ Bainbridge SFCU, Bainbridge NBT or Bob’s Diner for $20, Proceeds will benefit Bainbridge Rotary programs, and more information is available at 604-4114.

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(Ann Marie Troy 9-11-15)

The event will begin at 7:00 P.M. at the Broad Street United Methodist Church in Norwich, more information is available at 334-8244 extension 228.
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The Chenango Arts Council, Norwich Business Improvement District, and the Norwich Rotary Club announced that the Chenango Public Arts Initiative begins with a Gallery opening reception today from 5:30 to 8:00 pm; it is free and open to the public. The Gallery will be open both days of Colorscape Weekend this Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and will stay on display until October 25. More information is available at 336-ARTS or email at: info@chenangoarts.org
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The American Red Cross urges eligible donors to give blood to help ensure a stable and diverse blood supply is available during emergencies. There will be blood drives today in Norwich from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Guernsey Library, & in Delhi from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM at SUNY Delhi’s Farrell Student & Community Center. To find out about blood donations, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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A SUNY Delhi freshman from Wappingers Falls was found dead in a wooded area near the campus Tuesday. The unidentified student was found unresponsive by friends, he was pronounced dead at the scene by the Delaware County Medical Examiner’s office. No foul Play is suspected; a memorial service for the student is planned on September 25th in Hopewell Junction.
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State Police are investigating a burglary to a home on Grove Street in Windsor, which occurred sometime during the overnight between August 2nd & 3rd. Police said that burglars took a small black Sentry Model safe, which contained a large amount of US currency. Anyone with information about this crime is encouraged to contact SP Binghamton at 607-775-1241.
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Thursday’s Primary Day elections have been tabulated, In Delaware County; The Democratic Party Town of Middletown Supervisor Primary was won by Marjorie Miller. The Republican Party Primary had Delaware County Board of Supervisors Chairman Jim Eisel winning for the Harpersfield Town Supervisors position. In the Primary for Town of Walton Supervisor, Charles Gregory defeats Bruce Dolph. In Chenango County, District Attorney Joe McBride wins the Republican primary, in the city of Norwich; Christine Carnrike won The Republican Primary for Mayor over incumbent Joe Mauirano.
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The Delaware County Industrial Development Agency recently completed a renovation project at the Sidney Industrial Park to ensure the continued growth of Gravity Ciders. The company outgrew their Walton facility; they were looking for a new production and warehousing facility to keep up with the demand of their Awestruck Premium Hard Ciders. The IDA invested $32,000, to keep Gravity Ciders in Delaware County; more information is available at dcecodev.com or 832-5123.
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A 2nd rally against a proposed pipeline and compressor in Franklin is planned for Saturday, at 10:00 AM in front of 483 Van Tassel Road in Franklin. The rally is close to the location of the proposed compressor station.
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Changes have been made at the Sidney Boys & Girls club, which will be reopening at the Civic Center shortly. Club Board member Ronnie Haag explains:

(Ronnie Haag 9-11-15)

More information is available at 563-2456.
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The Bainbridge Rotary Club is sponsoring the Bill Denman Memorial River Ride tomorrow for interested cyclists. The first loop will begin at 9:00 AM and the 2nd at 11:00 AM both loops begin at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge.
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The Delaware county department of corrections will hold the 5th Annual Andrew Brown Memorial Golf Tournament tomorrow, at the Hardwood Hills Golf Course in Masonville. Registration is at 7:30 AM, shotgun start is at 8:30 AM, and money raised will assist Delaware county residents being cared for by Catskill Hospice & Palliative care.

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New Yorkers may get 2 tax-rebate checks. Last year, the state Legislature and Governor Cuomo agreed to provide a $350 rebate check to middle-class families this fall, for families who have children under 18. Cuomo’s new proposal for a property-tax freeze would include another rebate check to homeowners in communities where local governments stay within the property tax cap, for households with incomes less than $500,000 a year.  Both rebates would come in this mail this fall.

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The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance today kicked off the income tax season, new this year is that 85% of taxpayers can e-file their state returns for free. The Department is accepting e-filed income tax returns for the 2013 tax year through its Web site at tax.ny.gov starting today.  The filing deadline is April 15th again this year.

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Sidney fire fighters responded to a fire at the Bishop residence on Back River road between Sidney & Tryons Corners yesterday afternoon.  Occupants escaped without injury, damage was minimal and the house is reparable.  No injuries among firefighters were reported.

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New York State received mixed grades in a national review of tobacco control measures. The American Lung Association gave New York two “A” ratings for smoke-free air and having a cigarette tax, but said the state failed in tobacco prevention and cessation coverage, and the legislature fails to sufficiently fund the state’s tobacco control program.  New York cut funding for the program by $2 million in 2013, Tobacco use is the #1 cause of death in the state.

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Delaware County Economic Development and Friends of the Upper Delaware River are conducting a study of the economic impact of the cold-water fishery on the Delaware River’s East and West Branches. The study has been underway since late last year, and an on-line survey is being conducted to gather further information that could quantify the economic impacts, which could be more than $200 million. The survey may be accessed at www.surveymonkey.com; it’s also available from Delaware County Economic Development, or at 746-8595.

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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand introduced federal legislation to establish a program, to be run by the Social Security Administration that would give workers about 2/3rds of their salaries for up to 12 weeks in a family crisis. The proposal would supplement the 1993 Family and Medical Leave Act that protects workers who take unpaid leave for family emergencies. Gillibrand said the program would be self-sufficient and not add to the federal budget. There are no Republican co-sponsors to the legislation, but Gillibrand said she would work in to get bi-partisan support.

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The Bainbridge Chamber Of Commerce & Bainbridge Rotary will co-sponsor the 1st Annual Bruce Haak Memorial Rally at General Clinton Park.  Event Organizer Phil Canonaco explains:

(Phil Canonaco 1-24-14)

Canonaco said that the event is free on Sunday at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM.