Village of Sidney Police Department responded Thursday night at about 9:50 PM, to a security alarm activation at Smoker’s Choice at 6 Doran Lane, where a burglary was in progress, a suspect has been identified and an arrest is pending. While at Smoker’s Choice, officers received a report of shots fired and a person with a firearm on Union Street at the Maria’s convenience store, Police found no evidence of a discharged firearm, a store employee was checking the business for a break in & legally possessed a firearm, police discovered that a burglary was attempted at Maria’s prior to the Smoker’s Choice burglary. The investigation is ongoing.

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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli reported that the total cost of overtime in 2021 reached an all-time high at more than $924 million, up 8.7% from 2020. Total overtime hours worked at state agencies have increased by 38% since 2012, while the number of employees has declined by more than 10% at 10 major agencies. 66% of the state’s overtime in 2021 came from the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities & the Department of Corrections and the Office of Mental Health.

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The State Health Department reported the latest statistics on the COVID 19 pandemic, and the results of Wednesday’s testing statewide. Over 97,000 New Yorkers were tested Wednesday, with over 9200 positives, the statewide positivity rate is still slightly over 9%. Hospitalizations are back over 2400, with 233 Patients in an ICU bed & 70 on ventilators., there were 14 more deaths in hospitals & nursing homes Wednesday.

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New Yorkers enrolled in SNAP will receive the maximum allowable level of food benefits for July, including those already at the maximum level of benefits. Eligible families will see the extra benefits post between today and Friday, July 22.

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Broome County District Attorney Mike Korchack announced that 38 year old Shandel Terry of Binghamton was sentenced to 10 years in prison today in Broome County Court, following a guilty plea for criminal possession of a controlled substance. Terry was arrested following the execution of a search warrant in March of 2021, Terry possessed crack cocaine & fentanyl with intent to sell. Terry was also sentenced to serve 3 years of post release supervision at the conclusion of his jail term.

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

(Mary Beth Miller 7-15-22)

5 day workshops will be held August 1-5, August 8-12 and August 15-19, session 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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Chenango County Department of Public Works announced that they will be participating in a paint recycling program year round, spokesman Dustin Hendricks explains:

(Dustin Hendricks 7-15-22)

Hendricks said that the Paint Care program is a state wide recycling program, the paints can be brought to the Chenango County recycling locations any day during normal business hours.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-15-22

Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 25 year old Matthew Fenelon of Brooklyn for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation & a variety of other charges, following an investigation of a Rollover accident in the Town of Franklin July 5th. Deputies reported that the vehicle was operated by Fenelon, he was extricated from the vehicle and transported to a hospital by LifeNet. Deputies found that Fenelon was operating a vehcile with a suspended registration, his driving privileges were also suspended. On July 8th, Deputies made contact with Fenelon after he was released from the hospital & he was arrested & was released on appearance tickets for Town of Franklin Court at a later date.

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Chenango River Theatre will present the “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change” starting today at the Theater in Greene, Spokesman Zach Curtis explains:

(Zach Curtis 6-29-22)

Tickets are $30 at chenangorivertheatre.org or 607-656-8499. Performances are Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 PM with Sunday matinees at 2:00 PM.

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The Unatego Alumni Association will be holding their annual events today & Saturday, Spokesperson Judy Pitel explains:

(Judy Pitel 7-14-22)

More information is available by calling 435-3053.

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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold its “3rd Friday Business & Breakfast” event this morning at the Hamden Inn. Featured speakers are Deborah Roberts and Ivana Guzy of Friends of Recovery of Delaware and Otsego Counties on ways to create recovery-friendly workplaces to eliminate barriers for those impacted by addiction. The event will be from 8:30 to 10:00 AM, more information about this or other Delaware County Chamber events can be found at delawarecounty.org, or by calling 607-746-2281.

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Chenango County Health Department confirmed their 92nd Resident death attributed to COVID-19 infection. Chenango County reports 321 active cases, 25% of them are fully vaccinated, there are 710 quarantined, 8 hospitalized. Links to Vaccination clinics are available at co.chenango.ny.us or covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov.

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The United Way of Delaware and Otsego Counties’ campaign has reached 50% of its $50,000 goal. The campaign has been running since mid-September and donations have been coming into the United Way through employee payroll pledges and through individual mail solicitations, the United Way of Delaware and Otsego Counties’ campaign will conclude on December 31st, more information is available at 607-334-8815 or at unitedwaydo.org.

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In light of the emergence of the Omicron variant in New York State, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced her bipartisan COVID-19 and Pandemic Response Centers of Excellence Act, to prepare for all Hospitals for health emergencies in the near and distant future.

(Gillibrand 12-8-21)

Senator Gillibrand said that Academic medical centers are already at the epicenter of integrating research, clinical operations, vaccine development, and education, and are uniquely positioned to serve as a bridge between government and public health programs in rural & urban areas.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced New York’s annual statewide holiday donation drive to benefit families in need across New York will begin tomorrow. Donations of new unwrapped toys, coats and school supplies are being sought to assist community-based organizations during the holiday giving season. The Office of General Services has set up drop-off locations across the state , local drop off points will be the Binghamton State Office Building, 44 Hawley Street, & the Homer Folks Facility, 28 Hill Street, Oneonta.

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Chenango County Has added another set of materials to be recycled, Spokesman Dustin Hendricks explains:

(Dustin Hendricks 12-8-21)

Hendricks said that they have added Apparel Impact to the Textile recycling program, in addition to the Salvation Army Collection containers, they ask that all items are dry and don’t contain mold, and they don’t have to be in wearable condition.

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A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-8-21

The State Health Department reported 2 more Omicron variant cases Tuesday, in Broome and Westchester Counties. Over 149,000 were tested for COVID with 8210 positives, for a positivity rate of 5.5%, Patient Hospitalization continue to sharply increase, they are up to 3,401, with 631 Patients in an ICU and 352 on ventilators, there were 52 deaths from COVID in hospitals & Nursing Homes Tuesday.

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Delhi Police arrested 28-year-old Andrew Kreger of Delhi for 6 counts of Petty Larceny, 6 counts of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, 6 counts of Criminal Possession of Forged Instrument and 3 counts of Forgery, follow a recent investigation. Kreger was arraigned in Delhi Town Court where he was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $25,000 cash bail or $25,000 secured bond.

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The American Red Cross is heading into the holidays with its lowest blood supply in more than a decade at this time of year. Blood donations are desperately needed now to meet the needs of accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those receiving treatment for leukemia, cancer or sickle cell disease. A blood drive is being held today in Oneonta from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at AO Fox Memorial Hospital Levine Center, at One Norton Avenue, Appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, at redcrossblood.org or at 1-800 Red Cross.

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Farm owners & agribusiness owners may apply for small business grants of up to $50,000, as there is $800 million worth of funds that they can tap into. Businesses with revenues up to $2.5 million and experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19 may apply, at nysmallbusinessrecovery.com.

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New York State of Health announced that the deadline is approaching for New Yorkers who want coverage in a Qualified Health Plan by the start of 2022. Consumers must renew or enroll in a health plan through NY State of Health by December 15th, for coverage starting January 1st, more information is available at nystateofhealth.ny.gov or 1-855-355-5777.

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(Cuomo 3-26-20)

Cuomo said that the added problem is that the normal usage for ventilators by patients is 3 days, but for Corona Virus patients it has been 11 to 13 days.  The current amount of Coronavirus cases in New York State is 37,258, with 385 deaths, over 5300 are hospitalized, just under 1300 are in an ICU bed, & 1517 patients have been discharged.

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The State Budget is due in a few days, with the numbers expected to be drastically lowered following the blow to the economy from the coronavirus.  Governor Cuomo said that the state started out with a 7 billion dollar deficit in the next budget, the coronavirus added between 10 to 15 billion dollars to that total, the federal stimulus money gives the state only 5 billion dollars.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies and Delhi Fire Department and Emergency Squad responded Monday Evening to a reported tractor-trailer accident at the intersection of County Highway 2 and East Terry Clove Road in the Town of Delhi. 35 year-old David Stanton of Oneonta was the operator of the tractor trailer loaded with logs; it jack-knifed on the slush covered roadway and partially rolled onto its side as Stanton attempted a left turn.  Stanton was not injured in the accident, but the highway remained closed for several hours for the cleanup.  

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Governor Cuomo announced that a mental health hotline is available to New Yorkers who need it. We can’t underestimate the impact this pandemic is having on mental health. I’m proud that over 6,000 mental health professionals have volunteered their time to help with New York’s Coronavirus response. For free emotional support, consultation and referral to a provider, call 1-844-863-9314.

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Binghamton Police arrested 34 year old Lucas Pruitt of Binghamton in connection with 2 recent armed robberies.  Pruitt was charged with 2 counts of 2nd degree robbery for the march 9th robbery at the Kwik Fill at 263 Main Street, and the March 15th robbery at the Speedway at 63 Main Street.  Pruitt is being held in the city lockup pending arraignment.

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The State Division of Consumer Protection is alerting consumers about scammers taking advantage of the novel coronavirus. Scammers are using techniques such as falsely claiming to be online sellers of popular goods; setting up fake charities; sending fake emails and texts that contain harmful links designed to steal your personal information and using robocalls to pitch coronavirus treatments and work at home schemes.  More information is available at 800-697-1220, or dos.ny.gov/consumerprotection.

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Delaware County Public Health announced that the current total of laboratory confirmed positive COVID-19 cases received in Delaware County is 5, excluding the 3 cases transferred to the county where the individuals are actually residing. Public Health SpokespersonHeather Warner told WCDO News that while these numbers may seem low, there is still a threat to all who do not practice handwashing, social distancing and the other suggestions by health officials:

(Heather Warner 3-26-20)

Warner said that there are 2 cases that are recovering at home here in Delaware County, 3 cases are isolated and receiving medical care in a hospital.  There are 8 people under mandatory quarantine and 5 people under precautionary quarantine. 

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The Otsego County Department of Health is investigating two more lab confirmed cases of COVID 19. One case is a close contact to a confirmed case and one was tested out of county. The investigations are ongoing and all contacts are being notified and quarantined. The number of lab confirmed cases is 4.

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A list of Delaware County food pantries is available online, that are served by Delaware Opportunities. The list is available at delawareopportunities.org/homeless-assistance

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State Police and the Otsego County Sheriff’s Department were dispatched to a report of a pedestrian struck by a tractor trailer with a dump trailer Wednesday at approximately 1:44 p.m., on County Road 22 in Schuyler Lake.    An initial investigation reveals that the tractor trailer with the dump trailer was traveling on County Road 22 when 47 year old Clarence Travis of Exeter stepped into the path & was struck.  Travis was taken to a Utica Hospital & succumbed to his injuries, the driver of the tractor trailer was not injured, and the incident remains under investigation.  

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The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to New York small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus.   Applicants may apply online, receive additional disaster assistance information and download applications at disasterloan.sba.gov/ela or call (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov

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Congressman Anthony Brindisi will host his 2nd Coronavirus Telephone Town Hall this afternoon, where he will be joined by Local Health Care Experts & Officials to Field Questions Regarding Global Pandemic.  Brindisi’s Telephone town hall will begin at 3:30 this afternoon, constituents are advised to RSVP at Brindisi.House.gov/live to receive a call, or they can call 855-614-0159, the call will be streamed at Brindisi.house.gov/live.

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The Chenango County Department of Public Works announced that their Brisben and North Norwich Facilities are both closed until further notice.  The Landfill in the Town of Pharsalia is 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, more information is available at 337-1792

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The Sidney Town Clerk’s office announced that they will be closed to the public next week due to the ongoing COVID-19 concerns.  Town Clerk Sheila Paul announced that all payments, dog licenses, handicap placard applications, and any other services needed from the Town Clerk’s Office may be sent by mail or left in the drop box at the Town Office at 44 Grand Street.  More information is available at 561-2334, 237-6394 or by Email: Clerk@townofsidney.com

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James Brower was sentenced in Chenango County Court Monday to 1 1/2 to 4 1/2 years in prison after a guilty plea of hindering prosecution in connection with the death of 11 year old Jacelyn O’Connor in the town of Norwich 2 years ago.   Tobias Rundstrom Wooding was sentenced to 20 years in prison last year, for the raping and killing O’Connor.

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Endicott Police announced that 77 year old Russell Darrow of Brackney, Pennsylvania man was the pilot that was killed in a single engine plane that crashed at Tri-Cities Airport in Endicott Monday.  Darrow crashed his single propeller plane on the Norfolk Southern Railroad property between Industrial Park Boulevard and Airport Road in Endicott at about 11:20 AM Monday.  Darrow was pronounced dead at the scene. There was no one else in the aircraft.  The cause of the crash is being investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board.

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The 24th Annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball tournament will return to Norwich next month, Organizer Tom Revoir told WCDO News that the deadline for teams to register is coming right up & volunteers are still needed:

(Tom Revoir 6-18-19)

The Gus Macker Basketball Tournament will be held on July 13th & 14th in Norwich.

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Governor Cuomo announced the New York State Thruway Authority Board approved the selection of the Design-Build team who will install cashless tolling on the Thruway system.  The $355.3 million investment will transform the Thruway system for about 267 million motorists who travel the superhighway every year.  According to Governor Cuomo, the cashless tolling will be implemented on the entire NYS Thruway system by the end of 2020.  More information is available at thruway.ny.gov

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The next regular meeting of the Oneonta Common Council will be held this evening.  The meeting starts at 7:00 PM in the Common Council Chambers at City Hall.

State Police at Oneonta arrested 25 year old Phillip Davis of Strasburg, Virginia Sunday, for 2 counts of the felony of Criminal Possession of a Firearm.   A trooper responded to an accident involving a motorcycle on I-88 in the town of Worcester, Davis told the trooper that when a tractor trailer passed him, he lost control of his Harley, he was uninjured, it was discovered that Davis was in possession of 2 guns illegally in the rear storage area of his motorcycle, Davis did not possess a pistol permit.  He was arrested and arraigned in the town of Worcester court where he was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $2000 cash bail or $4000 bond.  Davis will appear in court on July 2nd.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 47 year old John Lafever of Unadilla with DWI, making an unsafe lane change, and operating a motor vehicle while using mobile device, following a 1 car accident on County Route 23 in the Town of Walton. Lafever was released on appearance tickets and it set to appear in the Town of Walton Court at a later date to answer the charge.

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The Chenango County Department of Public Works shall close County Road 14 between The Madison County Line and Conley Road, in the Town of Smyrna today.  The closure is in place for the replacement of a large culvert, officials estimate that the project could take about 3 days, Motorists are asked to seek alternative routes, local traffic will be allowed to and from their homes.  More information is available at 337-1710.

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Governor Cuomo announced that Luminate NY – the world’s largest business accelerator for startup firms in the optics, photonics and imaging industries – is now accepting applications for Round III of the innovative competition.   More information is available at luminate.org

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Dr. James O’Brien of UHS Cardiology Norwich will be the guest speaker for the UHS Chenango Memorial’s 2019 Women’s Health Series this evening at Bohemian Moon, 103 West Main Street in Norwich. The program will begin at 6:00 PM   more information is available at 337-4239.

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(Ray Pucci 5-22-18)

The Job and Resource Fair is hosted by DCMO BOCES in collaboration with CDO WorkForce Development, Delaware County Office for Employment and Training, more information is available at delawarecounty.org or 746-2281.
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The Chenango County DPW announced that they will close County Route 37 between County Road 36 & Keach Road in the town of Guilford, on Tuesday May 29th. Crews will be replacing a large culvert, which could take between 7 & 10 days to complete. Detours are suggested along Marble Road & Keach Road, more information is available at 337-1710.
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The General Clinton Canoe Regatta will have a full lineup of activities on Sunday, including the Regatta Music Festival, and the popular Regatta’s Got Talent, Regatta Chairman John Harmon explains:

(John Harmon 5-22-18)

Harmon also announced that the 3 on 3 soccer tournament scheduled for Sunday May 27 at the general Clinton canoe regatta has been cancelled.
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Nick Libous, the son of the late State Senator Tom Libous, announced his candidacy for the 122nd State Assembly Seat today. Libous currently resides in Deposit & is Vice President Wireless Construction Solutions in Binghamton; he is seeking the seat occupied by Republican Incumbent Assemblyman Cliff Crouch, who is seeking re-election for the seat he has held since 1995.
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Both major political parties will have their convention Wednesday & Thursday of this week. Democrats are holding theirs on Long Island, as actress Cynthia Nixon tries to push her way past incumbent Governor Andrew Cuomo, who is expected to be endorsed at the convention by Hillary Clinton. Republicans are holding their convention in New York City, where Marcus Molinaro appears to be unchallenged in his party for the gubernatorial nomination.
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A Chenango County Grand Jury indicted 39 year old Regina Donovan of Norwich for making a terrorist threat. Donovan is accused of making a threat against a Norwich Middle School employee on March 20th in response to the alleged bullying of her daughter at the Middle School.
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The City of Oneonta Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee meeting will be held tonight at City Hall. The workshop will be held in the 2nd floor Common Council Chambers to finalize the writing of the vision statement, the meeting begins at 7:00 PM & is open to the public.
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The Next Chenango County Free Rabies Clinic will be held this evening for dogs, cats & domesticated ferrets. The clinic will be held at the Columbus Town Garage on State Highway 80 from 6:30 to 7:30 PM.
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The Unatego Central School District announced that the will be soliciting proposals for repurposing the former Otego Elementary School. The community-based Repurposing Committee, & the Unatego Board of Education is inviting developers and others who are interested in purchasing the property, a Request for Proposals is available online at unatego.org or at 988-5038. The Property consists of a 47,800 square foot 2-story building and 4.8 acres of land.
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State Police conducted a traffic stop on I-88 in the town of Milford for a traffic violation. An investigation by Troopers and CNET resulted in the seizure of approximately 4 pounds of marihuana and approximately $3,500 cash. Troopers arrested Javice Lawrence, Ronnie Smith and Toshaun Guthrie of Albany for Criminal Possession of Marihuana, they were arraigned in the Town of Hartwick Court and remanded to the Otsego County Jail.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies, arrested 46 year old James Henderson of Walton, for Reckless Driving, Failure to keep right, moving unsafely from lane, and parking on pavement. Henderson is alleged to have not stopped his vehicle during Walton Police Department’s attempt to execute a traffic stop, after driving erratically, nearly colliding with 3 vehicles. Henderson was arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $10,000 cash bail or $20,000 bond,.
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State Senator Jim Seward joined officials from the Village of Cooperstown and the Friends of Doubleday Field to announce a $1 million state grant to help fund major renovations and improvements at Doubleday Field. The grant will fund a portion of a $5.8 million renovation project to Reconstruct the third base bleachers; build a multi-purpose building behind the third base bleachers with office space, press box, and public space for event rental; Pedestrian friendly entrance from Main Street, potential relocation of the Sandlot Kid statue closer to the grandstand area; Improvements to the field; & Americans With Disability Act accessibility improvements.
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Catskill Area Hospice and Palliative Care announced that ZZ Top will headline “The Upstate Food Truck Festival,” benefit for the hospice on August 25th at the 6th Ward Booster Club Field in Oneonta. Tickets will go sale at 9:00 AM Thursday at hospicetickets.com.

(Michelle Parker 9-22-17)

Services will be performed on a first come first serve basis Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, more information is available at 722-5464.
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Tomorrow, Chenango County residents will participate in their Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day. Those who have pre-registered can bring their household chemicals, pesticides & Insecticides to the County Highway Garage on Rexford Street in Norwich for collection. More information is available at 337-1792.
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The Sidney Alumni Associations Sports Hall of Fame Induction weekend begin tonight during Half Time of the Sidney Football game, Spokesman Greg Davie told WCDO News who is being recognized this year:

(Greg Davie 9-22-17)

Activities will continue at the Sidney VFW after tonight’s game, Saturday’s Induction Dinner will begin at 5:00 PM at the Sidney Elks Lodge on River Street.
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The Jericho Arts Council continues their season Saturday night at 7:00 PM, with the Blue Grass Music of Louie Setzer & The Appalachian Mountain Boys. More information is available at 288-3882 or at Jerichoarts.com.
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The Sidney Central School District and the Sidney SADD chapter are organizing a 5k walk or run on Sunday October 22nd, to help support children with cancer. 100% of proceeds will be given to “Hope and Heroes”. The race will begin at 2:00PM, the Start and finish will be at Sidney Central School District, the course is will be along the river with some small hills. There will be a live band with food and beverage provided after the race. Online registration ends on Saturday October 21st, at 6:00 PM, more information is available at localraces.com

Chenango County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 29 year old Coy Biviano for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, while he was incarcerated at the Chenango County Correctional Facility following an investigation in to stolen property. It is alleged that Biviano was in a residence in North Norwich where he unlawfully took property not belonging to him. The property was later located in the residence were Biviano was staying. Biviano is to appear in the Town of North Norwich Court at a later date.
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State Senator Jim Seward joined officials from the Greater Oneonta Historical Society to announce a $250,000 state grant to fund renovation and restoration work at the Oneonta History Center on Main Street. The $250,000 grant is under the state’s 2002 Strategic Investment Program and is administered by the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York.
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Otsego County officials announced that the Exeter Drop-Off Site for bagged garbage and recyclables will stop collecting at 12:00 noon on Saturdays, starting September 23rd. The New hours are Monday, Wednesday, Friday 7:00AM to NOON & Saturday 8:00AM – NOON, through September 30th. No commercial haulers or construction debris at the Exeter site. Only bagged garbage and recyclables will be accepted. Bagged garbage is $3/bag. More information is available at 547-4225.
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The Chenango Arts Council presents Matt Nakoa for a return engagement at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich Saturday night, beginning at 7 PM. Nakoa grew up in Smyrna in northern Chenango County, he’s been on the road for more than a decade as a touring musician. Tickets range from $15-$25 and can be purchased at the door, online at ChenangoArts.org or by calling the box office at 607-336-2787.
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(Dave Jenkins 9-19-17)

A civil Service test will be given on Wednesday September 27 at 5:00 PM At the Otsego Regional Center at 28 Hill Street at the Oneonta Job Core Complex, more information is available at 240-4786.
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Commerce Chenango announced a manufacturing Workforce Symposium on October 4th, which will be held at the Morrisville State College Norwich Campus from 8:00 to 11:30 AM. The program is aimed at Educators, Workforce Development Practitioners, Manufacturing Employers and Government Officials; it has been developed to highlight the importance of manufacturing to the regional economy and the future of manufacturing employment in the region. Registration or more information is available at 334-5532 or register@chenangony.org.
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Chenango County residents can still sign up to participate or volunteer for the next Household Hazardous waste day this Saturday, Organizer Pat Pittsley explains:

(Pat Pittsley 9-19-17)

The event will be held from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Chenango County Highway Garage Saturday at the County Highway garage. Registrations or more information is available by calling 337-1792.
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The Oneonta Common Council will hold their next regular meeting this evening at City Hall. The meeting is open to the public & begins at 7:00 PM.
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The State Department of Labor released preliminary unemployment rates for August. The State’s unemployment rate rose 1/10 of 1% in August, Locally Chenango County’s unemployment rate was at 4.7%, Delaware County was at 5.3% & Otsego County had 4.7% in August.
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Certified Child Safety Seat Technicians will be available this afternoon, to provide information of hands on instruction on installing car seats or booster seats. The event will run form 4:00 to 6:00 PM At the AAA office at 195 Oneida Street in Oneonta, appointments are requested at 547-4230.

State Police arrested 21-year-old Joshua Bertram of Chenango Forks, for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a B.A.C. result of .19% and other traffic violations. Troopers responded to a report of a 1 vehicle accident with no injuries on County Road 32 in the Town of Greene, troopers observed Bertram passed out in the driver seat while his vehicle was in a ditch, he was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Greene Court on September 21st.
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State Police arrested 27-year-old Kenneth DeGroat Jr., of Windsor, for DWI, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Resting Arrest, Obstructing Governmental Administration and other traffic violations. This arrest occurred after troopers responded to a motorcycle accident on Foley Road in Windsor, where the driver had been given a ride to a nearby gas station and left his motorcycle at the scene. DeGroat had been driving with a suspended license, and did not have a court ordered ignition interlock device, he also refused to submit to a breath test. DeGroat was arraigned in the Town of Windsor Court and was remanded to the Broome County Jail without bail set.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that over $69 million in grants, interest-free, and low-cost loans has been approved by the State Environmental Facilities Corporation to support drinking and wastewater infrastructure projects. The Town of Colchester will receive $318,000 for the construction of a new water treatment building with a cartridge filtration system so that their source may be used as for drinking water. Other improvements include a new finished water tank level monitoring system, a back-up electrical generator, new chemical feed systems, and a new raw water tank.
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On Saturday, dentists with Progressive Dental of Kirkwood, Endwell, Norwich, & Montrose Pennsylvania, and Chenango Bridge Dental will participate in the annual “Doctors With A Heart Program” and will offer free dental care. Spokesperson Michelle Parker explains:

(Michelle Parker 9-19-17)

The program started 21 years ago in Iowa and has spread throughout the country. Services will be performed Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, more information is available at 722-5464.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies investigated a 2-car property damage motor vehicle accident at the intersection of River Road and Interstate 88 access road in the Town of Sidney.  A vehicle operated by 64 year old Michael Sisson of Oneonta, was making a left turn off River Road and pulled into the path of a vehicle operated by 59 year old Mark Hopper of Wells Bridge.  Sisson was issued a traffic ticket for fail to yield right of way.

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The Chenango county Department of public works will be holding their annual household hazardous waste collection day tomorrow, spokesperson Pat Pittsley explains:

(Pat Pittsley 9-13-13)

More information is available at 337-1792.

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A panel of arbitrators threw out the tobacco industry’s $800 million claim against New York and ordered the companies to pay New York State more than $92 million that they had wrongfully withheld from their 2003 annual payment due under the 1998 tobacco canadameds.com Master Settlement Agreement. The judges rejected tobacco’s demand for a dramatic reduction in its annual payment to New York, finding the State had fully complied with its agreement obligations and was entitled to its entire payment. The decision is expected to protect the State from billions of dollars in future claims.

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