Governor Hochul today announced the launch of Round 13 of the Regional Economic Development Council Initiative, which will include core capital grant and tax-credit funding combined with a wide range of programs from 10 State agencies, including $150 million in grant funds from Empire State Development. The Councils are encouraged to support projects that advance or address strategic State priorities, More information is available at apps.cio.ny.gov.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will host a special presentation tomorrow regarding potential public transportation options for Delaware County Chamber President Ray Pucci comments:

(Ray Pucci 5-16-23)

The meeting will begin at 11:00 am in the Meeting Room of the Delaware County Business Center at 5 ½ Main Street in Delhi, a ZOOM link will be posted at delawarecounty.org.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded May 10th to the Town of Meredith to assist US Homeland Security Units with the apprehension of 48 year old Charles Bodie of Meredith, who was wanted on an active US Federal Court Warrant for the Sexual Exploitation of a Child. Deputies and Homeland Security conducted surveillance of property in Meredith where Bodie had been living, on May 11th, they arrested Bodie on the warrant, he was transported to the Delaware County Correctional Facility, where he was to be held indefinitely. Bodie was scheduled to be transported to the United States District Court for the Northern District of New York at a later date for arraignment on the Sexual Exploitation of a Child charge, if found guilty, Bodie could face 15 to 30 years in prison.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office announced that a stolen vehicle traffic stop in the Town of Kirkwood led to an arrest on multiple felony drug charges last week. On May 7th, a deputy identified a vehicle as stolen from Binghamton, after stopping the vehicle and confirming its status, Officers seized 11.3 grams of cocaine, a digital scale and $1,423 in cash, 38 year old Jorge Cortina of Binghamton was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Sell & Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia, he was processed and issued an appearance ticket to answer for his charges on June 7, 2023 in the Town of Kirkwood Court.

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The Arc Otsego has been awarded $30,002 in grants from the Trustee Management Board of New York State ARC Trust Services to support The Arc Otsego’s guardianship and recreation programs. More information about The Arc Otsego Guardianship and Fit and Fun Grants, is available at 607-433-8400.

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The Chenango County Historical Society opens a new exhibit today from 4:30-6:00 PM. “Hometown Health” explores the healthcare and the pharmaceutical industry in Chenango County throughout the first half of the 20th century. Refreshments will be provided compliments of UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital, and each guest will receive a vintage booklet commemorating NBT Bank’s 150th anniversary, along with a promotional coupon from Sherwin-Williams.

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The federal public health emergency declaration for COVID-19 expired on May 11th, but COVID-19 remains a threat. The Chenango County Health department suggests that county residents stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines, get tested, and stay away from others when they appear sick or are experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms. The Chenango County Department of Public Health will continue to offer FREE COVID-19 vaccine, more information is available at 607-337-1660.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 5-15-23

Delaware County Public Health announced that a Skunk tested positive for rabies in the Village of Deposit. An unvaccinated dog and 1 person were exposed to the rabid skunk, the dog had to be euthanized because it had not been vaccinated. The individual exposed to the skunk is receiving post exposure prophylaxis. To report a suspected rabid animal call Delaware County Public Health Services at 607-832-5200, for more information visit delawarecountypublichealth.com

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A Broome County judge on Friday has sentenced Jason Johnson of Nineveh to 60 years in jail for the attempted murder of Trooper Rebecca Seager in June 2021, Johnson was found guilty on a number of felony counts last year in Broome County Court for shooting Trooper Seager in the hip in the Town of Colesville, Johnson was taken into custody following a 21-hour manhunt.

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The Chenango County Department of Public Works announced the closure of Church Hill Road in the town of North Norwich today. The road will be closed between Bryant Road and Ellison Road for the replacement of a bridge deck. Local traffic will be allowed, more information is available at 337-1710.

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The 18th Annual Women’s Fund Breakfast, will be held on May 30th at the Double tree Inn by Hilton in Binghamton, the Keynote Speaker will be Pulitzer prize & Emmy Award Winning journalist Maria Hinojosa. the event is sponsored by the Women’s Fund, which is a component fund of the Community Foundation for South Central New York, more information is available at donorswhocare.org

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Officials with the Delaware County Fair announced that the Fair will be on for the 134th edition August 16th through the 21st at the Fairgrounds in Walton.  Fair Spokesman Jason Craig said that they can work with the guidelines & there will be some changes:

(Jason Craig 5-24-21)

More information is available at delawarecountyfair.org.

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Governor Cuomo held a press briefing regarding the COVID 19 pandemic & he addressed the decreasing number of people getting one of the available vaccines, he added another incentive for New Yorkers to get a vaccine:

(Cuomo 5-24-21)

The State parks 2 day free passes offered through May 31st will be good through the end of this September, so far, 63.7% of adult New Yorkers have received at least one vaccine dose and 54.9% have completed their vaccine series.

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Norwich City Police arrested 38 year old Jason Beardsley of Norwich for 3rd & 5th degree arson, for allegedly setting a fire at 57 Cortland Street in Norwich on May 4th.  Beardsley will face court action at a later date.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the report of a motorcycle crash in the town of Colesville early Friday Morning.   56-year-old Todd Blakeslee of Port Crane was pronounced dead at the scene, Investigators determined the motorcycle had been traveling north on Tunnel Road when Blakeslee’s motorcycle went off the roadway and struck a tree.  Investigators believe that alcohol was a factor in the crash.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced that they are accepting teams for the 2021 Business Links Golf Tournament on June 9 at the Delhi College Golf Course, more information is available at delawarecounty.org.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 5-24-21

Delaware County Public Health nurses will be offering curbside single dose J&J vaccinations in front of the Public Health office at 99 Main St, Delhi, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM every Wednesday beginning May 26, during the Delhi Farmer’s Market.  All individuals 18 years of age and older that reside in the United States are eligible to be vaccinated, more information is available at 832-5200.

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Chenango County Department of Public Works announced work starts today on County Road 17, between State Route 206 and State Route 41 in the Towns of Bainbridge and Afton.  The procedure should take 3 days to complete and weather permitting.   The traveling public is asked to find alternate routes if possible.  Local traffic shall be allowed to and from their homes.  More information is available by calling 337-1710.

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Bassett Healthcare Network’s FoxCare Pharmacy in Oneonta is now offering the Johnson & Johnson 1-shot COVID-19 vaccines for people 18 and older every Tuesday through Friday. Appointments are requested through the State Department of Health’s registration page, apps2.health.ny.gov, more information is available at 431-5959.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of an Ohio man for Criminal Possession of a Weapon and numerous other charges after being stopped on I-88 in the Town of Oneonta on May 8th for erratic operation of a motor vehicle.  51 year old Scott Travis was charged with Criminal Possession Weapon Firearm/Handgun, Driving while Intoxicated, Refusal to take Breath Test, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation and speeding among other charges, Travis was turned over to the Otsego County Correctional Facility following arraignment.

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The State Health Department continues to see a decline in COVID cases across the state.  On Thursday, there were just under 195,000 tests administered, with 2370 positive, for a 1.2% positivity rate.  Hospitalization declined again to 2264, ICU patients’ decreases to 571, the number on ventilators declined to 354, there were 25 COVID deaths Thursday.

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Chenango County Public Health reported 11 new COVID cases today, with 87 Active Cases, 444 Active Quarantines & 7 Hospitalizations; they have had a total of 3342 cases during the pandemic. 

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Go Cart Racing is returning to Action Park East on River Valley Lane in the town of Greene tomorrow, local businessman Brandon Clapperton is reviving the races:

(Brandon Clapperton 4-28-21)

Clapperton said that more information is available on the Action Park East Facebook page.

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Chenango County Department of Public Works is collecting county resident’s old paint, Spokesman Dustin Hendricks explains:

(Dustin Hendricks 5-7-21)

More information about the program is available at 337-1790 during normal business hours.

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Chenango County Department of Public Works announced that starting May 24th, Cold In-Place Recycling will begin on County Road 17, between State Route 206 and State Route 41 in the Towns of Bainbridge and Afton.  The procedure should take 3 days to complete and weather permitting.   The traveling public is asked to find alternate routes if possible.  Local traffic shall be allowed to and from their homes.  More information is available by calling Director of Public Works Shawn Fry at 337-1710.

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About 1,300 members of SUNY Oneonta’s graduating class will be recognized during 2021 commencement exercises that include virtual and in-person components, including an opportunity to cross the stage and hear their name called.  SUNY Oneonta’s virtual ceremony is a full commencement program that will air Saturday, May 15^th, and will feature recognition of individual graduates and the official delivery of degrees.  4 ceremonies will take place based on academic major: School of Economics and Business at 9 a.m.; School of Education, Human Ecology, and Sports Studies at 11 a.m.; School of Liberal Arts at 1 p.m.; and School of Sciences at 3 p.m.

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Broome County executive Jason Garnar announced today that free rapid Covid-19 testing will be offered before the first 6 Binghamton Rumble Ponies home games at NYSEG Stadium, then on May 19th, the guidance changes: 

(Jason Garnar 5-7-21)

The first home game is Tuesday, tickets are available at BINGRP.com.

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Fire Fighters from Sidney & Unadilla responded this afternoon, at around 2:00 PM, to the report of a barn fire, on the Back River Road, near Carr’s Creek.  The fire was fully involved; WCDO will have more details as they become available.

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Construction is continuing on the building of a new road in Sidney, Village Mayor Andy Matviak explains:

(Andy Matviak 5-7–21)

Mayor Matviak said that the money was promised to Sidney as long as the project was completed by February of 2022.

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A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-7-21

The Associated Press reported that former Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver is being returned to federal prison after federal authorities denied him home confinement.  Silver was released Tuesday from a federal prison on furlough while he awaited potential placement to home confinement, Silver had been in prison since August, where he was serving more than six-year sentence at a prison in Otisville.

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Delaware County Public Health will be conducting a Single dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Wednesday May 12, at 97 Main Street Delhi,  from 1:00 to 3:00 PM.  This vaccination clinic is open to all New York state residents or people who work in the State over the age of 18. Registration is mandatory at apps2.health.ny.gov.  For more information or assistance getting registered call Delaware County Public Health at 607-832-5200.  Public Health reported 2 new cases out of 790 tests Thursday, with 4 hospitalized, 44 active cases & 83 quarantined.

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The Otsego County Department of Health is partnering with local high schools to bring the COVID 19 vaccine to the schools. Clinics will be open to students 16 and older, parents, staff and community members. To register go to otsegocounty.com.  Clinics are May 11 at Cherry Valley Springfield, May 13 at Richfield Springs Central School, May 17th at Schenevus, and May 18th at Morris Central School, all clinics are from 3:00 to 6:00 pm.

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The Utica Comets confirmed Thursday that they have entered into a 10-year agreement with The New Jersey Devils to move their AHL team back to Utica, and the request was approved by the AHL Board of Governors. The board also approved the move of Vancouver’s AHL team, from Utica to Abbotsford, British Columbia.  The move leaves Binghamton without an NHL affiliation after the seasons.

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The State Department of Transportation is advising motorists of a milling and paving project on a portion of State Route 10/ Main Street beginning Monday, May 10th, in the Village of Delhi. Flaggers will be controlling alternating, one-way traffic on Route 10 from Sherwood Road to Meredith Street for approximately 5 days, weather permitting. Alternate side of the street parking will be established within the scope of the project during that time frame.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced their 1st Friday Networking event to be held virtually on Friday May 7th @ 12:00 Noon.   Chamber members will have the opportunity to promote their businesses to other members in speed-dating style.  To register go to delawarecounty.org.

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Sidney Village residents can drop off certain items  at the Village Garage on Sherman Avenue today & tomorrow from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, accepted items include Computer monitors, TV’s, Copiers, Fax Machines, Cell Phones, Radios, Microwaves, Gaming Devices, Metal & non-Freon appliances.  More information is available on the village of Sidney website.

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Governor Cuomo announced today that Bowling alleys, gyms, museums and other low-risk indoor cultural venues will be allowed to open shortly with strict COVID-19 guidelines.  Cuomo said that Bowling alleys will be allowed to open Monday, with 50% occupancy capacity, face masks & social distancing must be followed & every other lane will be closed, thorough cleaning and disinfection of shared or rented equipment between each use will be required; and all food service must follow all state-issued guidance.  The opening date and rules for gyms will be revealed on Monday.

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Chenango County Department of Public Works will be holding their household Hazardous waste collection Tomorrow in Norwich, DPW Spokesman Dustin Hendricks explains:

(Dustin Hendricks 8-14-20)

More information is available by calling Hendricks at 337-1792, or email him at dhendricks@co.chenango.ny.us.

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The State Department of Motor Vehicles is expanding New Yorkers’ ability to complete certain transactions through secure drop boxes. The drop boxes can be used for license plate surrenders, address changes, and license and registration renewals. Customers using drop boxes must wear face coverings and maintain social distancing. Drop boxes are located at all state-run DMV offices and are available during regular office hours.  More information is available at dmv.ny.gov.

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A Black Lives Matter peaceful protest & discussion will be held at the Bainbridge Village Green Park Saturday afternoon at 1:00 PM.  Those who would like to speak are requested to send an email to BLMBAINBRIDGE@GMAIL.COM.  Mask wearing & social distancing requirements will be mandatory at the event.

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The Broome County Health Department announced that Friday that they were up to 1102 COVID 19 cases, with 74 deaths, 926 recoveries & 496 are being monitored by the Health Department they have conducted over 32,600 tests since March.

Chenango County Public Health announced that they had no new COVID 19 positive tests Thursday, they have had 218 total cases since March, there are 96 people under quarantine, 1 person is hospitalized, there have been 197 recoveries, and they have performed just under 19,000 tests.

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The Oneonta City School District has posted their extensive District Re-opening plan on their website.  With the expected influx of college students coming from all over the country to Oneonta, the district announced that they will remain in the remote learning environment to start the 2020-2021 school year; they will reevaluate that model when they approach the Interim Progress Report period of October 9th. 

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Congressman Anthony Brindisi announced over $290,000 in grant funding for fire departments across New York’s 22nd District.   The grant money is awarded through the FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant program, will help local fire departments prioritize operations and safety amid the COVID-19 pandemic.  Locally the New Berlin Fire Department will get over $29,000; the South Otselic Volunteer Fire Department will get over $74,000.

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The State DOT is advising motorists that State Route 28 is closed between Margaretville and Andes just north of the intersection of NYS Route 28 and NYS Route 30 to allow construction work required in response to recent storm. Detours will be posted.  During the closure, southbound motorists will be directed to County Route 1 to Tremperskill Road, to State Route 30, back onto NYS Route 28. Northbound motorist will follow the same path in reverse. Motorists are urged to slow down and drive responsibly in work zones. Up-to-date travel information is available by calling 511, visiting 511NY.org or download the free 511NY mobile app.

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 The Unatego Central School District will hold 3 meetings next week to get parents up to date about the district’s re-opening proposal, Superintendent Dr. Dave Richards explains:

(Dave Richards 8-13-20)

The Virtual meetings with parents will be on Monday at 2:00 & 6:00 PM & Tuesday at 3:00 PM, more information is available on the Unatego District website.

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The Afton Central School district announced that there will be a remote Special Community Meeting today at 2:00 PM; the link to the virtual meeting is available on the district website.  Afton Superintendent Tim McNamara told WCDO News what their plans are for students for the fall:

(Tim McNamara 8-14-20)

McNamara said that on August 21 at 9:00 A.M. there will be a special live presentation in the Margery Secrest Memorial Auditorium and available remotely by clicking Special Community Meeting on the school website. The district’s reopening plan is also available on the district website.

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The State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance announced more than $100 million in additional emergency food assistance for New Yorkers adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, is available.   About 700,000 low-income individuals and families enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or “SNAP” will receive a supplemental payment to bring them up to the maximum allowable benefit for August to help them avoid food insecurity.   More information is available at otda.ny.gov/SNAP-COVID-19.

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Sales tax revenue for local governments in July fell 8.2% compared to the same period last year, according to State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Collections for counties and cities in July totaled $1.3 billion or $116 million less than in July 2019. Although revenue is still down compared to July 2019, the decline is less steep than any month since March, when the COVID-19 pandemic began to affect sales tax collections.

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Delaware County Public Health received 1 new positive test result for COVID-19 Thursday and no additional recoveries have been reported, the known active cases is 2. To date there have been 98 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19, with 23 people now under mandatory quarantine.  The 2 people are receiving care at home, since March, 6 people have died and 90 have fully recovered.

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(Dustin Hendricks 7-30-20

Those who would like to register can call Hendricks at 337-1792, or email him at dhendricks@co.chenango.ny.us.

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Broome County Department of Health released their latest COVID 19 numbers today, with 12 new cases bringing their number of positives to 975.  They have had 66 deaths since March, with 770 recoveries & 713 are being monitored by the Department.

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Otsego County Department of Health announced today that a bat has tested positive for rabies in the city of Oneonta Wednesday, 4 people were exposed & are undergoing post-rabies exposure treatments.  Anyone seeking more information about rabies can call the health department at 547-4230 or visit the County health department website. 

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Otsego County Health Department reported 3 new cases of COVID 19 today, giving them a total of 102 since March.  There are 10 active cases, with 3 hospitalized, 205 are under quarantine since March, 5 have died & 87 have recovered.

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Chenango County Public Health announced that they are now up to 205 COVID 19 cases since March, with 7 deaths, 186 recoveries, there are 147 Active Quarantines, 1 Active Hospitalizations, and they have performed over 16,100 tests.

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The State Health Department announced that 777 people tested positive for COVID 19 yesterday, giving the state a total of 414,370 cases since March.  There were 13 deaths attributed to the virus Wednesday, bringing the death toll to 25,145.

Delaware County received 1 new positive test result for COVID-19 Wednesday & 4 additional recoveries. The known active cases is 5, To date there have been 94 positive cases of COVID-19 in Delaware County, with 38 people under mandatory quarantine and 6 people under precautionary quarantine. 4 people are isolated at home and 1 is in a hospital, 6 people have died and 83 have fully recovered.

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The Cancer Services Program mobile screening coach will be at the Unadilla Bishop Lot on Today from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM to provide no cost mammograms and Pap tests to women 40 or older.  Colorectal cancer screening kits are also available for men and women 50 or older and can be sent by mail.  More information or appointments can be made at 1-888-345-0225. 

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Nurse Practitioner Kathy Anderson of the UHS Primary Care of Oxford, spent 9 days in Honduras in 2018 on a medical mission, she will share her experiences with a special virtual presentation being offered as part of UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital’s 2020 Women’s Health Series.  The Zoom event will be this afternoon at 12:30 PM, to register call 337-4239 or email makenzie.ballard@nyuhs.org.

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The Tri-Town Coalition on Substance Abuse Prevention will host a Zoom Meeting tonight at 6:00 PM on A Trauma Sensitive Approach to COVID-19 presented by Amanda Martin Decker of the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council of Delaware County.  More information is available at 437-4274; the meeting will also be available by phone at 1-646-558-8656.

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Congressman Antonio Delgado announced today that $2.2 million in federal funding has been awarded to airports in his 19th congressional district, including the Albert Sam Nader Regional Airport in Oneonta.  Delgado stated that the Oneonta airport received $70,000 for pavement projects.

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(Cuomo 7-20-20)

The Governor said that the State had 716 people hospitalized with the virus, the lowest number in 4 months, there were 8 deaths Sunday, the state death toll is at 25,056, and there were 519 new cases diagnosed of the virus, bringing the number to 407,326.

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Chenango County Public Health reported their 7th death from the Coronavirus today.  They have had 182 confirmed cases so far, with 125 active quarantines, no hospitalizations, 159 recoveries and over 14, 300 tests have been performed.

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State Police responded to a fatal motorcycle crash Saturday night on I-81 in Cortlandville.  The investigation reveals that 47 Michael Sipe of Johnson City was operating a homemade, unregistered motorcycle when he lost control, struck a guiderail and crashed.  Sipe was pronounced deceased at the scene. 

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies & DEP Police responded July 7th to a 1 car accident near the intersection of State Highway 206 and Wilson Hollow in the Town of Colchester, the vehicle was not occupied, but Deputies located 33-year old Brian Hartwell of Bainbridge walking on State Highway 206.  Hartwell lost control of his vehicle and struck a highway sign and drainage ditch when he swerved to avoid a deer, he left the scene as he had been driving in violation of his conditional license.  Deputies discovered that Norwich Police Department held an arrest warrant for Hartwell for criminal contempt.  Hartwell was charged with a number of traffic offenses, & for the Norwich charge, he was turned over to the Norwich Police Department.

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Otsego County Department of Health announced that they have had 4 new cases of COVID 19 reported in last few days.  They have had 89 total confirmed cases, 10 active cases with 2 hospitalized, 74 recoveries, 5 deaths,

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The Watershed Agricultural Council will be sponsoring their 4th annual blood drive from 12:00 to 5:00 pm today at the Walton Fire Department, 59 West Street, Walton. Appointments are requested at redcrossblood.org.

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The Chenango County Department of Public Works will close County Road 9 today between Page Road and Gardner Road in the Town of Greene, for the replacement of large twin culvert crossing under County Road 9.  This closure shall be in place from the stated date of closure until the twin culvert replacement project on County Road 9 is complete.  There shall be NO ON-SITE DETOUR. The traveling public is asked to seek alternative routes. Local traffic shall be allowed access to their homes, on each side of project.

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Delaware County Public Health received no new reported case of COVID-19 Friday and no additional recoveries. The known active cases in the County remains at 4,   to date there have been 86 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Delaware County, with 30 people quarantined.  4 people are isolated at home, none are in the hospital, 6 people have died and 76 have fully recovered.

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There will be another Sidney Center meeting tonight at 6:30 regarding the proposed zoning changes.  The meeting will be held at the firemen’s field by the Sidney Center fire station.  

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The State Health department announced that there were 5 deaths in New York State from the Coronavirus, 2 of those were in Broome County, the state death toll is 24, 994.  Hospitalizations increased by 28 to 820 statewide, the number of people on ventilators was 101, there were 912 positive tests in the state Monday, bringing the statewide total to 403,175 confirmed cases since March.

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Dr. Tommy Ibrahim took over Monday as President  & CEO Of the Bassett Healthcare Network, He told WCDO News of his background & how he could not let this opportunity pass:

(Dr. Tommy Ibrahim 7-14-20)

Dr. Ibrahim’s full interview with WCDO News will run in its entirety Thursday Morning following the 10:00 AM News.

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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested a Walton man upon the conclusion of their investigation of an early morning domestic dispute.  Deputies arrested 30-year-old Victor Matonis of Walton for unlawful imprisonment and harassment, he is accused of physically grabbing, restraining and attempting to prevent the victim from fleeing from the residence.  Matonis was arraigned in the Town of Walton Court and was released on recognizance pending his reappearance in the Town of Walton Court on a later date.

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Chenango County Public Health announced that they were up to 169 total cases of the Coronavirus.  Currently there are 111 Active Quarantines, no Hospitalizations, 147 recoveries, 6 deaths and 13,236 tests have been performed.

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Cornell Cooperative Extension of Delaware County will be hosting a live stream Energy Chat on  Tuesday, July 21st at 12:00 noon on Facebook Live at CCEDelawareHE.  The event will feature Energy Navigator Bob Romick about saving on heating bills.  More information is available at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Delaware County at 865-6531 or by emailing vsd22@cornell.edu or at smartenergychoices.org.

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On Monday July 20th, 2020, the Chenango County Department of Public Works shall close County Road 9, between Page Road and Gardner Road in the Town of Greene, for the replacement of large twin culvert crossing under County Road 9.  This closure shall be in place from the stated date of closure until the twin culvert replacement project on County Road 9 is complete.  There shall be NO ON-SITE DETOUR. The traveling public is asked to seek alternative routes. Local traffic shall be allowed access to their homes, on each side of project.

State Police at Norwich responded to a fatal motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian near Fred’s Inn on State Highway 12 in Norwich, shortly before 10:00 PM last night.  The pedestrian was pronounced deceased on scene, an autopsy was ordered.  The operator of the vehicle is being cooperative with New York State Police Investigators. The investigation is on-going, more will be released when available.

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Governor Cuomo announced the start of “Operation Hardhat,” a statewide traffic enforcement detail targeting motorists who drive recklessly through work zones. The operation is a joint initiative between the New York State Police, Department of Transportation and Thruway Authority, State Troopers will patrol active highway work zones throughout the summer, Troopers will be present within the work zones, dressed as highway maintenance workers, to identify motorists who disobey flagging personnel, speed through the work zone or violate the state’s Move Over Law.

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Delaware County received a report of one new case of COVID-19 and no additional recoveries over the past weekend.  The known active case in the County is now 1. To date there have been 83 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19, with 30 people under quarantine, 1 person is isolated, 6 people have died and 76 have fully recovered.

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Governor Cuomo announced that there were 786 new cases of COVID 19 diagnosed Thursday, about 1% of all those tested.  there were 8 deaths Thursday, the total amount of cases in New York is now over 400,000, there were 826 people hospitalized, 92 were on ventilators, the death toll is up to 24, 968.

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Chenango County Public health announced that they are up to 163 cases of the Coronavirus, with 105 Active Quarantines, no Hospitalizations, 141 Recoveries, 6 deaths and they have performed 12,545 tests.

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State Senator Jim Seward received national recognition Wednesday at the North American Agricultural Safety Summit for his service to the farm community in his 3 plus decades in the state legislature.  Agriculture remains the State’s number 1 industry followed by tourism, both of which are the key parts of the economy in Seward’s District. Due to the Pandemic, the awards ceremony was hosted online by the Agricultural Safety and Health Council of America.

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A Class Action Lawsuit was filed by Gyms, Health Centers & spas Wednesday against the state and Governor Cuomo, after were not included in the Phase 4 re-opening following the COVID- 19 shutdowns in March.  Anna Banks of My Home Gym in Bainbridge said that their business was included in the lawsuit:

(Anna Banks 7-10-20)

Governor Cuomo said recently that the concerns about gym related business was mainly regarding their Air conditioning filtration systems, he said this week that filtration systems with a Merv 13 rating removed the COVID 19 virus from the air & more research was being conducted.

Otsego County Health Department announced today that they have 1 new case of the coronavirus, giving them a total of 81 so far.  No patients are hospitalized, 73 have recovered, there have been 5 deaths, 24 people are quarantined, and 26 people are being monitored after traveling from a state with a high rate of infection.

 The Broome County Health Department announced that a person has tested positive for coronavirus following a large 4th of July gathering at 82 Front Street in Binghamton.  The Health Department advises that people that were at that event should self-quarantine until July 18th, and contact their healthcare provider if you develop symptoms including cough, fever and shortness of breath.  Testing is continuing at the drive-thru testing site at Binghamton University. Appointments can be made at 1-888-364-3065.

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For the 16th day straight Delaware County reported no new cases of COVID-19 and no additional recoveries. To date there have been 82 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19, with 20 people quarantined, no one is isolated at home or in a hospital, 6 people have died and 76 have fully recovered.

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Chenango County Department of Public Works announced the complete closure of County Road 36 between the intersection of Wahlberg Road / Whites Hill Road and the intersection of Aldrich Road / Oxford Road, from Monday July 13th until Project Completion.  Crews will be replacing a large culvert under County Road 36.  There will be NO Detour; the traveling public is advised to seek alternative routes.  More information is available at 337-1710.               

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Congressman Anthony Brindisi announced that the 22nd District’s share of Paycheck Protection Program loans from the Small Business Administration exceeded 7,000 loans, totaling more than $650 million in aid, and saving nearly 100,000 jobs.  Congressman Brindisi encouraged any lenders or business owners in need of help to call his Utica office at (315) 732-0713.

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The village of Otego will be having their annual Lawn Sale on Saturday July 11th, & the Otego Fire Department will also have their Annual Chicken Barbecue, from 11:00 AM until they are sold out.  Everyone is asked to please wear a mask & practice Social Distancing.

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(Cuomo 5-29-20)

Local Assemblyman Cliff Crouch said that many area businesses & their workforce were on pins & needles waiting for the declaration:

(Cliff Crouch 5-29-20)

Commerce Chenango CEO & President Kerri Green told WCDO live this morning that all businesses have to fill out the certification form that they are following the state guidelines while they are operating:

(Kerri Green 5-29-20 certify)

The website to find the certification document is at follow.ny.gov, and go to 2nd phase, print out the document, fill it out & have it on hand in your business.

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The State Health Department announced that the number of Coronavirus cases statewide went up to 368,284. Hospitalizations dipped below 4000 for the first time in weeks, the number of deaths Thursday was 67, giving the state a death toll from the virus of 23,780.

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Broome County Health Department reported that they were up to 546 total coronavirus cases, they now have had 43 deaths, 362 recoveries & 415 patients are being monitored by the Health Department.

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Early Thursday morning the Sidney Police Department assisted Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies with the arrest of a Walton woman on a Warrant of Arrest issued by the Delaware County Court for violation of probation.   33 year-old Nikita Kingsbury was charged with violating the terms of her probation imposed in December as a result of her conviction for criminal possession of a controlled substance.  Kingsbury was arrested September 5, 2019, along with several others at for trafficking methamphetamine from 37 Union Street in Sidney.   Sidney Police located and arrested Kingsbury, she was turned over to Sheriff’s Deputies, she was arraigned remotely by Delaware County Court & was ordered held in the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail pending further court action.

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The Chenango County Department of Public Works announced that Effective June 1^st, the Brisben and North Norwich Transfer Facilities will both be Open normal hours: Monday 8AM to 12PM, Tuesday through Saturday 8AM to 4PM.  The Landfill in the Town of Pharsalia will be Open normal hours: Monday through Friday from 8AM to 4PM to Residents and Haulers.  Saturday the landfill will be open from 8AM to 12PM for residential garbage only.   More information is available at 337-1792.

Delaware County Public Health received no positive lab reports for COVID-19 Thursday, so far there are 73 Positive Results, 58 have recovered, 6 are isolated at home, 5 are hospitalized, 4 have died & 30 are quarantined.

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Chenango County Public updated their Coronavirus numbers Friday, they now have 126 confirmed cases, 103 people are quarantined, 1 person is hospitalized, there have been 5 deaths and 92 recoveries, and they have conducted over 3500 tests.

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Many New York Businesses are gearing up for the expected Phase 2 Re-opening in most of the Upstate Counties, including in the Mohawk Valley & Southern Tier regions locally.  Phase 2 includes the reopening for office, real Estate, some in-store retail, & automotive dealerships, all with existing restrictions, Kerri Green of Commerce Chenango & the Southern Tier Control Room visited WCDO live this morning:

(Kerri Green 5-29-30)

Green said that the Phase 2 reopening could come in the next few days, as the 7 key criteria that is being measured is still favorable locally, even though some of the numbers have had a slight uptick in the last week.

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Governor Cuomo today announced the state’s moratorium on COVID-related residential or commercial evictions through the end of June will be extended:

(Cuomo rent)

Governor Cuomo also announced the state’s $25 million Nourish New York Initiative:

(Cuomo food)

The Governor said that the state is also asking any philanthropies or foundations that would like to help the state’s food banks to contact COVIDPhilanthropies@exec.ny.gov.

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State Police today announced that the Trooper entrance exam that was scheduled to be held this October has been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Applications for the exam will be suspended until a new date is announced. Those who have already signed up will have their applications canceled and will be issued a refund; they will need to reapply once the exam is rescheduled. 

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The Chenango County Department of Public Works announced changes to the solid waste department schedules effective May 12th.  The Brisben and North Norwich Transfer Facilities will both be Open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 8AM to 4PM for residents only; the Landfill in the Town of Pharsalia will remain Open Monday through Friday from 8AM to 4PM to Residents and Haulers.  Saturday the landfill will be open from 8AM to 4PM for residential bagged garbage only, also they will be collecting clean items for recycling at all 3 facilities.  More information is available at 337-1792

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Binghamton city officials announced a new partnership with UHS, for a new COVID-19 testing work station that allows for same day coronavirus testing for up to 200 tests a day.    Officials plan to purchase a 2nd one shortly.

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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer announced that the Trump administration approved New York State’s request to operate the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer program authorized under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act.  The program would permit New York State to provide benefits similar to SNAP benefits to more than 1.4 million children in the state who normally receive free or reduced price school meals and those who attend schools that offer free meals to all students.

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Chenango County Public Health announced they have 102 Confirmed COVID 19 cases, with 42 quarantined, 4 Hospitalized, 79 recoveries & 4 deaths.

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Broome County Health Department announced that they have 357 confirmed Coronavirus cases, they are up to 23 deaths, 231 recoveries, and 185 are being monitored by the Health Department.

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New York State Empire State Development has updated their guidance on automotive sales, to allow for in-person showing of vehicles, by appointment only.  More information is available at esd.ny.gov/guidance-executive-order-2026.

The State Department of Labor announced that over $5.8 billion in unemployment benefits have been paid to 1.5 million New Yorkers since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, they also identified over 470,000 New Yorkers who have completed claims, but did not receive some of their benefits in previous weeks because they did not submit weekly certifications, which are required by Federal law.  The Labor Department is launching a new, streamlined process to submit backdated certifications and get their back pay faster and easier.

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Cornell Cooperative Extension and Roots & Wings of Catholic Charities & the SUNY Morrisville Norwich Campus will be holding 3 separate dairy and Ag product drive-thru events Today, May 21st and June 4th at the Chenango County Fairgrounds.  A variety of dairy products, including Chobani yogurt, perishable and non-perishable products will be donated to those families in-need beginning at 2:00 p.m. until supplies are gone.   All products will be purchased from local grocers and Ag producers whenever possible.  More information about charitable donations can be found at givecampus.com.

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Local High School Seniors will be missing out on proms & graduation ceremonies this year due to the Coronavirus issue, but Sierra Boice of Sierra Rain Photography has decided to take free pictures at the senior’s homes, free of charge, in exchange for a food donations:

(Sierra Boice 5-6-20)

Boice said that she will start with Sidney High School Seniors first & then to other local districts, she can be contacted at 287-5976 or by instant message on her Sierra rain Photography Facebook page.

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Congressman Anthony Brindisi announced a $300,000 EPA grant has been awarded to Broome County Industrial Development Agency, the grant funds will be used to conduct more than a dozen environmental site assessments and develop 2 site reuse plans for brownfields. Grant funds also will be used to conduct 4 public meetings & 3 public open houses.

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Delaware County Public Health is reporting 1 new case of COVID-19 Wednesday, giving the County 9 active cases.  To date there have been 74 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Delaware County, 21 people are under mandatory quarantine,  12 confirmed cases have been transferred out of the county, 3 are isolated in a hospital, 6 are recovering at home, 4 people are deceased and 49 have fully recovered.

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The Oneonta Common Council will hold a special meeting on Monday September 30th at 6:00 PM at City Hall.  The meeting has been called in order to discuss the council’s guideline for the City Staff’s preparation for the city’s 2020 budget.

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The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce announced their 2019 Workforce Summit will be held on Thursday, October 10th  at Morris Hall at SUNY Oneonta starting with 9:00 AM.    The Chamber of looking for Educators, Students, Workforce and Economic Developers, Community Leaders, Human Resource Specialists, Employers, and Industry Partners to come together to improve the overall quality of the region’s workforce.  More information is available by email to kathryn@otsegocc.com

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The 10th Annual Sidney Center Tractor Parade will be held this Saturday through the hamlet of Sidney Center.  The parade is open to anyone with tractors, doodlebugs, antique or muscle cars, participants can line up at Firemen’s Field between 9:00 AM & 11:45 Am, the parade starts at 12:00 Noon.  Other activities scheduled include raffles, a Chicken Barbecue, children’s activities, more information is availalebe at 369-9494, 369-9074 or 369-4538.

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The Chenango County Department of Public Works will close a bridge on Bentley Road between State Route 23 and Lum Cross Road, in the Town of Pitcher, Monday for the replacement of the bridge deck.  There shall be NO ON-SITE DETOUR, The traveling public shall be asked to seek alternative routes.   Questions and concerns can be directed to 337-1710.

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New York State is the 1st state to implement a ban on the sale of flavored e-cigarettes and nicotine e-liquids, following a vote on emergency regulations by the Public Health and Health Planning Council. The ban is the latest in a series of actions to combat the increase in young people using vape products, after e-cigarette companies marketed flavors that are intended to get children addicted to nicotine.  The Department of Health will provide retailers with an approximate two-week grace period before conducting visits to enforce the flavoring ban beginning on Monday, October 4th.

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State Senator Jim Seward joined members of the senate and assembly for a public hearing on rural broadband expansion in Albany Tuesday.  Senator Seward’s district lacks high-speed broadband, yesterday’s public hearing featured testimony from state agencies including the New York State Broadband Program Office and the Public Service Commission, local government officials, school leaders, rural electric cooperative associations, and business representatives.

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Former Norwich Assistant Superintendent of Public Works, George Carnrike Jr., of Norwich faces 21 charges following an investigation into alleged illegal dumping of waste and chemicals while working for the City of Norwich and falsifying documents to cover up the dumping. Carnrike resigned last September, he is charged with unlawful dealing with hazardous wastes, offering a false instrument for filing, unlawful delivery of regulated waste, failure to properly contain regulated waste during transport as well as many related charges.

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Donors of all blood types are urgently needed to donate blood at a blood drive today in Downsville,  Type O and B blood donors are especially needed. Appointments can be made by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or using  the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.  Today’s Downsville blood drive will be held from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Downsville Fire Department, on State Highway 30.

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(Delsa McEwan 9-10-19) 

Joshua House currently operates 4 homes, the partnership allows their programs to overcome the financial realities from shrinking reimbursements, by tapping into the efficiencies and depth of resources Citizen Advocates has to offer.  The new partnership will be completed by January 1st of 2020; more information is available at citizenadvocates.net & joshhouse.com

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Afton Central School’s Adult & Continuing Education Program is continuing to offer High School Equivalency courses at several area locations, program director June White said that there is  new program regarding the Math portion of the program:

(June White 9-10-19)

More information about the program is available at 639-2811.

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The Chenango County Department of Public Works will close County Road 29, between the Bryant / Dilly Hill Road Intersection and Lake Road, in the Town of New Berlin tomorrow, for the replacement of a large culvert.  The road is expected to be closed for 1 to 2 days, the traveling public shall be asked to seek alternative routes. Local traffic shall be allowed to and from their homes.  More information is available at 337-1710.

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Commerce Chenango, Chobani and Preferred Mutual are co-sponsoring the 4th annual Trail Run on the trails in the state lands of Pharsalia Forest on Sunday September 29th.   Entry forms can be obtained at Commerce Chenango, 15 South Broad Street, Norwich, by E-Mail to register@chenangony.org, or by calling 334-1400.  The deadline to register is September 23rd.

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The Next Chenango County rabies clinic will be held this evening in Smyrna.  The clinic will run from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at the Smyrna Fire Station, for dogs, cats & Domesticated Ferrets.

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Governor Cuomo directed the State Department of Health to take a series of measures to address Vaping:

(Cuomo 9-10-19)

The Governor announced that the new legislation to ban flavored e-cigarettes will be addressed to the new legislature in January.

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The State DOT will hold a public information meeting on Tuesday, September 17, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Bainbridge Town Hall, to provide details about plans to improve the pavement condition on State Route 206 from Case Road in the town of Bainbridge to the bridge over the Susquehanna River in the village of Bainbridge.   The meeting will begin with a formal presentation at 6 p.m. followed by a question and answer session with DOT representatives.  The project is scheduled to begin in the 2020 construction season and take one and a half seasons to complete.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 63-year-old Steve Luscomb of Downsville, Friday for Driving while Intoxicated, Reckless Driving, Failure to Keep Right, Unsafe Tire, and Refusal to take a Breath Test.  This arrest followed a property damage accident on State Highway 8 in the Town of Masonville.  Luscomb was arraigned in Masonville Town Court and was released on his own recognizance.  Luscomb is scheduled to appear in the Town of Masonville Court at a later date. 

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The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce will hold a Special Meeting at 5:30 PM, at the Bill Bauer Community Center.  The Purpose of the meeting is to update the Chamber & Steering Committee Members regarding the Village beautiful Market & other event items.

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Ed Curley of Sidney Recently completed a lengthy bicycle trip across the country to raise money for a cause; he talked to WCDO about that aspect of his trip:

(Ed Curley 8-6-19)

Money can still be donated in Ed’s name at JDRF.org.

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Governor Cuomo today signed legislation prohibiting the manufacture, transport, shipment, and possession of knives that are undetectable by a metal detector. Possession of such weapons will now be considered a Class A misdemeanor and is punishable by up to a year in jail.  Members of the military and police officers may continue to carry these weapons for official use.  The law goes into effect on November 1, 2019.

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Delaware County Public Health will hold another Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets today at 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Walton Highway Garage on State Route 10.   More information is available at 832-5200, or delawarecountypublichealth.com

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Governor Cuomo signed legislation authorizing school districts to install stop-arm cameras on school buses in order to catch drivers who unlawfully pass a stopped school bus. In New York State, approximately 1.5 million students ride school buses to and from school every year, However, Operation Safe Stop in April 2018 exposed that hundreds of people ignore this law and over 850 people were ticketed in 1 day. 

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The Delaware County Democratic Committee announced that Congressman Antonio Delgado, State Senator Jen Metzger and local candidates will attend their Annual Community Barbecue on Sunday, September 8th from 2:00 to 5:00 PM at the Hamden Town Pavilion.   Tickets are $15, children under 12 are free.  Tickets can be purchased at the Democratic Committee of Delaware County booth at the DELAWARE COUNTY FAIR August 12th to the 17th, from town Democratic committee members, or at dcnydems.org. 

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The 11th Annual Susquehanna Balloon Festival at NEAHWA PARK in Oneonta, will be held on Friday, August 30^th from 5:00 to 9:00 PM & Saturday, August 31^st from 3:00 to 9:00 PM, with live music, vendors, entertainment, bounce house, food & Hot Air Balloons.  More information is available by calling Destination Oneonta at 432-2941.

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The Chenango County Department of Public Works closed County Road 17 between State Route 41 and Loomis Road in the Town of Afton today for the replacement of a large culvert. The work is expected to take 3 to 5 days, Drivers should seek alternate routes. Local residents will be allowed to travel to and from their homes. More information is available at 337-1710.

22nd District Congressman Anthony Brindisi will hold a rural broadband town hall in Chenango County This afternoon.  The event will begin at 4:45 pm at Sherburne-Earlville Middle School. This event is free and open to all members of the community.

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The New York State Office of Mental Health announced the adoption of regulatory amendments that will allow for an expansion of the state’s crisis response system while emphasizing person-centered recovery and rehabilitation in the community.    Crisis Residential programs are available to all New Yorkers, including children and adults, regardless of the ability to pay.  The goals of a crisis management system are to: maintain people safely in the community, reduce unnecessary emergency room visits and inpatient hospitalizations & coordinate information sharing among clinicians, patients, & family members to reflect patient preferences.

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The Streets of Norwich will be filled with basketball players for the annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament this weekend, organizer Tom Revoir said that they still need volunteers for a variety of necessary functions:

(Tom Revoir 7-8-19)

The number to call & volunteer for the Macker Tournament at the Norwich Y is 336-9622, extension 29.

State Police arrested 28 year old Rosa Bautist-Pena of Yonkers for Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs, after she arrived at the State Police barracks in Oneonta to speak to a trooper on an unrelated matter.  She was arraigned in the town of Oneonta court where she was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $50 cash bail or $250 property bond.  She will appear in the town on Oneonta court on July 11th. 

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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli announced that there is $16 billion waiting to be claimed and the Office returns over $1.5 million a day.   Anyone who thinks that New York State may have unclaimed funds can visit .osc.state.ny.us and search your name to find out if the state has money that belongs you.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 38-Year-Old Mary Hubert of Unadilla, Sunday for DWI, following a civilian report of a driver sleeping behind the wheel of a motor vehicle on Sheehan Road in the Town of Meredith.  Hubert was also issued tickets for Parking on a Public Highway, and Refusal to Take a Breath Screening Test; she was released on tickets for the Town of Meredith Court at a later date.

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Several area fire departments responded Friday to a fire at a home in the town of Butternuts.  The call came into Otsego County 911 at 7:14 p.m. Friday night from the residents, who successfully escaped the house without injuries. Fire companies from Mt. Upton, Gilbertsville, Unadilla, Wells Bridge and Morris all responded to the scene, the cause of the fire is still under investigation.

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The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for our Celebration of Sustainable Success Awards.  Nominees should be a chamber member who deserves recognition for the Quality of Life Award, which is given to a business, involved in the community and has made Otsego County a better place to live and work. The second award is the Environmental Stewardship Award which is for businesses, industries or organizations that have implemented programs or projects that have had a positive environmental impact on Otsego County.  Nominations should be submitted by 5:00 pm Thursday, July 18.  The winners will be honored at the Summer Soiree on Thursday, August 22nd.

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All of the absentee ballots in Broome County have now been counted for the Republican Party Primary District Attorney race.  Paul Batistti is named the winner over Michael Korchak by slim margin, Batistti had a slim margin on Primary Day June 25th, the counting of the absentee ballots today confirmed Batistti’s victory.

State Police arrested 38 year old Joshua Eckman of Oneonta for Criminal Contempt, after a victim called troopers stating that Eckman entered the victim’s residence and violated an order of protection. Eckman was arraigned in the town of Oneonta court; he was released on his recognizance.  On July 4th, Eckman was arrested again on the same charge after he entered the victim’s home, he was arrested and complained of alleged pain while being processed by State Police, he was taken to Fox Hospital.  Once cleared from the hospital, Eckman was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $1,000 cash bail or $2,000 property bond pending court action on July 11th. 

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State Police arrested 27 year old Brandon Hilts of Burlington Flats for Unlawful Imprisonment, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing, Criminal Mischief and 2 counts of Criminal Mischief.  Troopers were dispatched to a residence on Arnold Road in the town of Burlington to check the welfare of a person who had not responded to work.  Troopers found Hilts and the victim, Hilts allegedly refused to let the victim leave the residence after an argument by physically blocking two exit doors.  He’s also accused of choking the victim and breaking 2 phones, making the victim unable to call for help.  Hilts was arrested & was arraigned & remanded to the Otsego County Jail on no bail due to violating his parole.  The victim was issued an order of protection.

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The Chenango County Department of Public Works Crews will begin bridge rehabilitation work on 2 structures on County Road 32, in the Town of Norwich today.  The work on these projects will last into the fall; they will maintain two way traffic at each bridge structure; however the traffic pattern at each structure shall change as the projects progress.    Questions and concerns can be addressed by calling 337-1710.

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Referees are still needed for the upcoming Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament in Norwich, organizer Tom Revoir said that the Teams are all signed up:

(Tom Revoir 7-2-19)

The Gus Macker Tournament will be held on July 13th & 14th; Revoir can be contacted at 336-9622 extension 29.

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State Police are looking for a man accused of damaging an ATM on North Canal Street in the village of Oxford, on June 8th.   The suspect is described as a heavy set white male wearing a gray sweatshirt, black and gray shorts, had a Dallas Cowboys hat on backwards and has a tattoo on his left calf.  Anyone with information is asked to call the State Police at 334-3296.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will honor businesses from every corner of the county at its 2019 Annual Business Awards ceremony on July 17 at 6:00 PM at Bird Song Farm on state Highway 10 in Delhi. The Honorees include the Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, as the 2019 Business of the Year, Stagecoach Run Art Festival, headquartered in Treadwell and Franklin, and Table to Farm Tours of Roxbury, will receive the 2019 Tourism Award.  Tickets are $50 per person or a table of 8 for $350, more information or to purchase tickets, visit delawarecounty.org.

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The Chenango County Department of Public Works announced that starting July 8th, Crews will begin bridge rehabilitation work on 2 structures on County Road 32, in the Town of Norwich.  The work on these projects will last into the fall; they will maintain two way traffic at each bridge structure; however the traffic pattern at each structure shall change as the projects progress.    The Contractor shall install concrete barriers, signage and other channelizing devices to assist in guiding the traveling public through these active work zones at these bridge structures.    Questions and concerns can be directed to Shawn Fry at 337-1710.

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Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond is sending 18 children to the New York State Sheriffs’ Institute Summer Camp at Keuka Lake in the Finger Lakes Region for a week of wholesome summer fun.  The camp will accommodate over 900 boys and girls between the ages of 9 and 12 from across New York State this summer. The campers attend at no charge.  More information is available at nysheriffsinstitute.org.

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HeatSmart Southern Tier is hosting an information session for local residents about clean heating and cooling systems in Sidney.  HeatSmart Southern Tier representatives will discuss how residents can take advantage of tax incentives and new technologies to efficiently heat and cool their homes.  The free event is scheduled for Wednesday, July 10, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, at Awestruck Ciders in the Sidney Industrial Park; Registration is available at tinyurl.com/HSSTAwestruck or at the Heat Smart Southern Tier Facebook page.

The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is attempting to locate a man that was reported missing from his Lawton Hill Road, Town of Sidney residence on Thursday morning, June 27th.  Deputies are attempting to locate 50 year-old Byron Furman may be traveling on foot and may be in need of medication.  Furman was last known to be wearing light tan shorts and a light gray t-shirt.  He is described as being approximately 5’11” tall, weighing approximately 250 pounds and has gray hair and brown eyes.  Deputies are asking anyone that may have information to contact the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office at 832-5555.

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The Oneonta Common Council will hold their next meeting this evening at Oneonta City Hall.  The council will view the locally made documentary “A Slice Of Hope” regarding Sal’s Pizza in Oneonta hiring those who have dealt Addiction & subsequent recovery.  Jennifer Grigoli of Sal’s Pizza will receive a special reward from Mayor Herzig for her efforts.  Tonight’s meeting begins at 7:00 PM.

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State Police arrested 43 year old Arnold Carson of Oneonta, for DWI, Unlawful Possession of Marihuana and traffic tickets.  A trooper was dispatched to County Highway 48 in the town of Otego for a disabled vehicle.  The trooper located the vehicle and Carson who told them he had run out of gas.  Troopers also observed that Carson appeared to be intoxicated, with a BAC of .14%.  He was processed and later released on appearance tickets to the town of Otego Court.  

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State Police arrested 27 year old Bryant Knapp of Sidney for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated, after a trooper was dispatched to an accident on State Route 7 in Unadilla.  An investigation revealed that Knapp made a wide right turn from Route 7 to Route 357 when he struck another vehicle head-on that was on State Route 357.  Two occupants of the other vehicle were taken to Wilson Hospital, and a third was taken to Bassett for complaint of pain.  Knapp had a reportable B.A.C of .24%.  He was processed and arraigned in the town of Unadilla court.

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