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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 2-7-20

wcdonews — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 20:44:38 +0000

20 dogs were removed this week by the Delaware County Sheriff’s department in the town of Franklin from deplorable conditions, the dogs have been taken to area shelters, Erin Insinga of the Delaware Valley Humane Society explains:

(Erin Insinga 2-7-20)

The Delaware County Sheriff’s department investigation is ongoing & charges may be forthcoming.

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Today’s Wintery mix of precipitation should be wounding down soon, area Meteorologist Rich Townsend comments:

(Rich Townsend 2-7-20)

We will have the full forecast at the end of this news cast.

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“Galumpha: The Beethoven Project” comes to Norwich later this month as Part of the Binghamton Philharmonic’s yearlong celebration of Beethoven’s 250th Birthday. Galumpha President & Director Andy Horowitz explained to WCDO News how it all came about:

(Andy Horowitz 2-7-20)

“Galumpha: The Beethoven Project” is also helping to raise funds for the Chenango Arts Council & the Norwich Theater Company, it will take place at 7:00 pm on Saturday, February 22nd at the Martin W. Kappel Theater at 27 West Main Street in Norwich. Tickets are $20, at chenangoarts.org or by calling 336-ARTS.

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Special Olympics New York and Glens Falls officials today announced the return of State Fall Games, which is expected to draw nearly 1,300 athletes, coaches, and families from throughout the state to Glens Falls this October to compete in seven fall sports: bocce, cycling, golf, equestrian, soccer, softball, and cross-country running. State Fall Games was eliminated from the Special Olympics New York budget five years ago due to financial constraints, The return of State Fall Games was announced today at a press conference at City Hall. The Games will be held Friday, Oct. 23 and Saturday, Oct. 24 at sporting venues throughout the Glens Falls and Queensbury area.

Volunteers for the Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals will host a Brooks’ BBQ Chicken Dinner today at Christ Episcopal Church, with proceeds going to the shelter. The dinner will be part of Cooperstown Winter Carnival 2020, will be held from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the church Parish Hall at 69 Fair Street.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold their next First Friday networking Breakfast this morning from 8:30 to 10:00 am at the Belleayre Mountain and Ski Center in Highmount. The featured speaker for the event is State Senator James Seward.

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The Firemen’s Association of the State of New York will kick off the 15th Annual Firefighter Winter Games in Cortland this weekend, at the Greek Peak Mountain Resort, volunteer firefighters from across the State, dressed in full turnout gear, will participate in a variety of winter events and races throughout the weekend, more information is available at fasny.com

WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 4-11-17

wcdonews — Tue, 11 Apr 2017 18:45:06 +0000

The 100th anniversary of the New York State Police is being commemorated today at the Cavalry Club In Manlius, where State Police Superintendent George Beach & Troop D Commanding officer Mark Lincoln dedicated an historical marker, where the first troopers officially began their training in 1917. The State Police were officially established on April 11th 1917 as a full service Law Enforcement Agency by then Governor Charles Whitman.
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Lawmakers managed to get a new State budget enacted about 7 days late, State Senator Jim Seward commented:

(Seward 4-11-17)

The Budget Boosts Funding For The Tuition Assistance Program, Secures Funding for Improvements at BELLEAYRE Mountain Ski Center, Special SUNY Impact Aid For The Cities OF Cortland & Oneonta, plus key agricultural programs, & pay increases for Direct Care workers
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US Senator Charles Schumer is calling on the USDA to make crop insurance for malt barley more accessible to New York Farmers who want to get involved in the craft Brewery industry. Schumer said that New York craft breweries need state grown Malt Barley to make their beer, but many farmers are unwilling to plant it because it’s prone to losses from severe weather & disease. Schumer said that more farmers would take the risk if they had access to Federal Crop Insurance like growers in other states do, that insurance is only available in 4 New York Counties.
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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is hosting its Annual Awards Gala at the Castle on the Delaware, in Walton on Wednesday, May 17th from 5:30 to 8:30 PM. Awards will be presented for Businesses of the Year, the new Business of the Year, a Tourism Award & Business Advocate of the Year. Chamber members need to register or pay online visit delawarecounty.org, more information is available at 746-2281.
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A special meeting for Afton Village Residents meeting will be held on Sunday, April 23rd from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at the Bolster Community Center, on Main Street. Residents will hear about 2 grants that could benefit the Village, residents can ask questions and give your feedback and ideas, to the consultants from GeoEco Design, as they discuss their Economic Revitalization Strategic Plan. More information is available at 639-4849.
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The State Department of Taxation and Finance today reminded all taxpayers that they have 3 extra days to file their federal and state income tax returns this year. The deadline to file and pay is Tuesday, April 18th, instead of April 15th, which falls on a Saturday this year. Also, Emancipation Day, which is a legal holiday in Washington, D.C., will be observed on that Monday April 17th, which pushes the nation’s filing deadline to the 18th.
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The Arc Otsego will host a free Self-Direction Information Session on Thursday, April 27, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at 35 Academy Street in Oneonta. The informational session will be led by Cynthia Spann and Vanessa Smith, from The Broome Developmental Disabilities Regional Office, they will discuss what self-direction is, what can be included in self-directed supports and services, and provides an overview of the process of becoming truly self-directed. Pre-registration by Tuesday, April 25th is requested; more information or pre-registration is available at 267-3210.
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Governor Cuomo signed legislation raising the age of criminal responsibility to 18-years-old, ensuring that young people in New York who commit non-violent crimes receive the intervention and evidence-based treatment they need. New York was previously one of only two states in the nation that automatically processed all 16- and 17-year-olds as adults in the criminal justice system, no matter their offense.
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A public hearing will be held in Oneonta tonight regarding the future of fire protection for those in the Town of Oneonta. The town has paid for fire services from the City of Oneonta Fire Department; tonight’s public hearing will gauge public opinion on whether that set up should remain, or should the Town of Oneonta set up their own Volunteer fire department. The Public hearing will be held at the Elm Park Church at 401 Chestnut Street in Oneonta starting at 6:00 PM.
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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 2-17-17

wcdonews — Fri, 17 Feb 2017 20:09:08 +0000

Chenango County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant on a 2013 Nissan Rogue and the occupant 24 year old Taylor Nelson of Afton. A traffic stop was conducted in Oxford where Nelson was taken into custody; Officers recovered digital scales, packaging material, methamphetamine, and cash. Nelson is accused of selling Crystal Methamphetamine in Chenango County & in the Village of Sidney, he was charged with Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia. He was arraigned in the Town of Bainbridge Court and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $20,000 cash bail.
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Earlier this week, the Unatego School district Board of Education decided that they would close the Otego Elementary School building prior to the start of school this fall. Superintendent Dr. Dave Richards explains:

(Dave Richards 2-17-17)

Richards said that there are successful instances of schools being repurposed, such as the Sidney Civic Center and the former New Berlin & South New Berlin school buildings.
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Former independent congressional candidate Robert Doggart of Tennessee was found guilty of solicitation to commit a civil rights violation, solicitation to commit arson and making a threat in interstate commerce, for his alleged plotting of an attack on Islamberg in Hancock. Doggart was arrested by the FBI, after he made threats to attack the Muslim community in Delaware county, and burn all of their buildings down. Doggart faces sentencing may 31st.
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The U.S. Department of Justice announced the arrest of 48-year-old Mark Barnett of Ocala Florida, for a plan to set off explosives at Target stores in Upstate New York. Barnett was arrested after discussing the plot with a wired informant, his plans called for explosions in up to 10 Target stores starting in Syracuse & then traveling south back to Florida, in to buy Target store stock at an expected lower price per share after the bombings, and then sell the stock for a profit when the price returned to higher levels.

State police are reporting a new telephone scam, where the caller will ask “Can You Hear Me” and if you respond “yes”, they will record your response & then use your recorded voice & place unauthorized charged against your credit card or utility company accounts. State police said that the best response is to say nothing & hang up, they also advise that if you have already fallen for this scam, check your credit card account & utility bills carefully for extra charges that scammers may have added to your bill, then follow the normal procedures to dispute the extra charges.
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Governor Cuomo announced the state would invest an additional $8 million for upgrades at Belleayre Ski Center to attract more visitors and build on the Catskill Region’s tourism industry. The investment will enhance the current facilities at Belleayre Mountain with the installation of a new, high-speed gondola, multiple lodge expansions and the addition of modern amenities for both lodges at the resort.
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The 22nd annual Polar Bear Jump will be held at Goodyear Lake Saturday. Each year, funds are raised through pledges by jumping into the frigid waters; they will also raise funds with the Polar Bear Auction with donations from numerous local businesses and organizations. All proceeds are used to support local children and families with medical issues and the community organizations that support them.
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Governor Cuomo announced that the first of several free fishing events in New York State for 2017 would take place this weekend. New York residents and non-residents are permitted to fish for free without a fishing license at any of the state’s 7,500 lakes and ponds or 70,000 miles of rivers and streams. Cuomo has also designated June 24-25, September 23 (National Hunting and Fishing Day), and November 11 (Veterans Day) as free fishing days.
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