36 year old Justin Baker of Sidney appeared in Delaware County Court Thursday, and was arraigned on a sealed indictment. The Indictment accuses Baker of possessing approximately $6,000.00 in fentanyl and methamphetamine with the intent to sell in the Village of Sidney on September 11th. Baker pleaded not guilty to the indictment & he was released from custody & was placed under the supervision of the Delaware County Probation Department, he could face up to 9 years in state prison if convicted on the top count.
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3 people are running for Town Supervisor in Guilford, as Supervisor George Senek is retiring. Republican & Conservative Gilda Ward told WCDO News that she has servied on the Town Board for several terms & is ready to becoem Guilford Town Supervisor:
(Gilda Ward 11-3-23)
Democrat Sue McIntyre said that her experiences at running the Delaware County Solid Waste Department for many years, lends itself to becoming Guilford Town Supervisor:
(Sue McIntyre 11-3-23)
Independent candidate Thomas Quiter is confined to a wheel chair, he told WCDO News that he is ready to give back to the town that has been good to him in his situation, and he wants to open up government based on his Libratarian beleifs:
(Thomas Quiter 11-3-23)
Election day is next Tuesday November 7th.
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The Alpha Brass Band will perform at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre Saturday night, Jericho Arts Council Spokesman Phil wade told WCDO News that the is the 1st appearance of a band playing this genre of jazz:
(Phil Wade 11-3-23)
Wade said that features in the Gallery is Collages & Clocks, a 1 of a kind display, Tickets are available at the door, or reserve tickets by calling 607-288-3882, more information is availabel at Jerichoarts.com
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The National Baseball Hall of Fame announced that they are receiving many items used in this year’s World Series, won for the 1st time by the Texas Rangers. Artifacts donated by the Rangers include a Cap worn by manager Bruce Bochy; a Batting helmet worn by World Series MVP Corey Seager, & the glove worn by Pitcher Josh Sborz, & the Bat used by Adolis García in Game 1 when he hit the game-winning home run, Items donated by the Arizona Diamondbacks will include a Bat used by Ketel Marte when he extended his postseason hitting streak to a record 20 games. The items will be featured in the Autumn Glory exhibit, which will be on display through the 2024 Postseason at the hall of Fame in Cooperstown
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SPECIAL OLYMPICS NEW YORK will host the BINGHAMTON POLAR PLUNGE tomorrow at Chenango Valley State Park. Attendees from across New York State will gather to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics New York athletes in the Southern Tier Region. The Polar Plunge registration begins at 10:00 am & the plunge begins at 12:00 Noon
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The Bainbridge & Afton Girl Scouts are holding their bi-annual Community Giveaway Days November 3rd & 4th at the Greenlawn Elementary school in Bainbridge, spokesperson Jessica Chambers explains:
(Jessica Chambers 10-23-23)
More information is available by Email to jjchambers@frontiernet.net, or call 267-2378.
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Lambrecht Auction will have a Grand Opening Celebration at their new Sidney Facility, on Delaware Avenue Today, Owner Jared Lambrecht told WCDO News that the day has been also set up to raise money for the Sidney Emergency squad:
(Jared Lambrecht 10-30-23)
The New Lambrecht auction facility is in the Old K-Mart building at 171 Delaware Avenue, their website is laibids.com.
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A fundraiser for the Sidney Veteran’s Memorial Park will be held the next 2 weekends at East Main Lanes in Sidney, Park President Doug Barnard comments:
(Doug Barnard 11-3-23)
More information is available at the Sidney Veterans Memorial Park Facebook page or at their website at svmpa.org.
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3 more blood drives are scheduled locally today, 1 is being held at the O’Neill High School in Walton from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, another will be at the Laurens High School from 3:00 to 7:00 PM, and another will be held at the Stamford High School from 12:30 to 5:30 PM. Appointments can be made at the Red Cross Blood Donor App, at 1-800-RedCross or at redcrossblood.org..
]]>(Sheriff Hood 7-19-18)
The discussion will be held from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, more information is available by email Naylor.c.j74@gmail.com.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 27 year old Shane Tweedie of Hamden for Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Menacing, Reckless Endangerment & 2 counts of Harassment, following a report that Tweedie allegedly threatened to stab 2 people with a knife, leaving the scene & leading to a manhunt. Tweedie was arraigned at the Town of Delhi Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $5,000.00 cash bail.
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In June, New York State’s private sector job count rose by 15,000, to over 8.1 Million, according to preliminary figures released today by the State Department of Labor.
The State unemployment rate was unchanged at 4.5% in June, which is the lowest level since June 2007.
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The 171st Chenango County Fair will be held at the Fairgrounds in Norwich next month, with a wide variety of Activities, according to spokesperon mary Weidman comments:
(Mary Weidman 7-19-18)
The Chenanngo County Fair runs from August 7th through the 12th this year.
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State Police arrested 33 year old Tyson Robb of Delhi, for DWI, after Troopers spotted Robb in the pull off area on State Route 10 in Delhi and checked on his welfare. Troopers accuse Robb of being intoxicated, he was arrested and issued appearance tickets returnable to the town of Delhi Court on July 24th. State police arrested 30 year old Jennifer Hewitt of Delhi for DWI after she arrived at the State Police barracks to pick up Robb. She was issued an appearance ticket returnable to the town of Harpersfield Court on July 23rd. Both Robb and Hewitt were then turned over to a sober third party and released.
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State Police arrested 21 year old Dana Scarinzi of Endicott for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated, after Troopers were dispatched to a 2-car accident on State Route 79 in Colesville. Troopers determined that Scarinzi crossed over the center line and sideswiped a vehicle traveling in the opposite direction & they accuse Scarinzi of being intoxicated, with a reported B.A.C. of .21%. Scarinzi will appear in the town of Colesville Court on August 1st.
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State Police arrested 34 year old Gabriel McKown of Guilford for 2nd degree Burglary. Troopers began an investigation after a complainant in Union reported that McKown had unlawfully entered their residence without permission on several occasions. McKown was arraigned in the town of Union Court. He was remanded to the Broome County Jail on $2,000 cash bail or $5,000 bond.
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State Police at Deposit arrested 55 year old Thomas Leonard of Hancock for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument. A trooper on patrol observed Leonard operating a vehicle with an expired registration and what appeared to be a photocopy of an inspection sticker. After a traffic stop was initiated, an investigation led to the trooper locating drugs in Leonard’s possession. He was subsequently arrested and arraigned in the village of Hancock Court. Leonard was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $5,000 cash bail or $10,000 bond.
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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Solid Waste Facility Director Susan McIntyre and staff at the Center, on State Highway 10 in Walton, for a public open house on Saturday, August 11 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon. There will be guided tours of the compost facility and recycling center where people can see how solid waste is handled through the sustainable practices of composting, recycling and resource recovery. Reservations are NOT required. For more information visit delawarecounty.org.
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The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce Will hold a celebration of the county’s Sustainable Success today with a networking reception at 5:45 PM at The Oneonta Municipal Airport; for a Summer Soiree followed by dinner and awards.
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State Senator Fred Akshar will be hosting his 3rd annual “Spiedies with the Senator” today at Chenango Valley State Park. The event will take place in the Pine Plains Pavilion, The event runs from 5:30pm to 7:00pm.
(Annie Pysnik 7-11-18)
The concerts will be held on Wednesday nights during the summer & begin at 6:30 PM.
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Volunteers are still needed for the annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball tournament this weekend in Norwich, organizer Tom Revoir explains:
(Tom Revoir 7-11-18)
Volunteers can reach Revoir at 336-9622, extension 29. Over 400 teams are participating in the Macker tournament on the Streets of Norwich this weekend.
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Hartwick College is 1 of the nation’s Colleges of Distinction, their nursing and business programs were also given special acknowledgment. Colleges of Distinction’s
selection process consists of a review of each institution’s freshman experience and retention efforts alongside its general education programs, alumni success,
strategic plan, student satisfaction, and more. Schools are accepted based on their strength in 4 areas: engaged students, teaching, having a vibrant community, and
successful outcomes.
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Governor Cuomo today announced the completion of a $2.2 million project to expand and revitalize the Chenango Valley State Park beachfront and swimming area as
part of the New York Parks 2020 initiative. The project includes expanded sand beach area with multiple swim areas, a new splash pad area adjacent to the beach, and a
new corkscrew waterslide. This year, there are 3 week-long sessions with 9 total classes offered at Chenango Valley State Park, more than 80 children will learn to swim
at the park through the program this summer.
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The City of Norwich will begin a Grinding and Paving project, beginning on Plymouth Street, tomorrow to Tuesday, July 17th. There will be Limited access during the
grinding of the street and NO access during paving. Work begins at 7:00 AM daily.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 29 year old Donald Kern of Sidney for Aggravated Cruelty to Animals. Deputies and Hancock Village Police Department responded in March to the report of a dead dog in the Delaware River, that had been fatally shot. Kern was identifed as the owner, Deputies recovered a rifle illegally sold by Kern, that was used to kill the dog. Kern was arraigned in the Village of Hancock Court Sunday morning and was remanded to the Delaware County jail on $1,000 cash bail pending further court action. Kern will face additional firearms related charges shortly.
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The American Red Cross is facing an emergency blood shortage following a difficult Fourth of July week for blood donations; with hundreds fewer blood drives than a typical week and a resulting decline in donations. Locally, Blood drives are being held today in Delhi from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm at the SUNY Delhi O’Connor Center for Community Engagement at 2 Main Street & again in Delhi on Friday from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center on State Highway 10.
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The Delaware County Department of Public Health announced that a Free Rabies Vaccination clinic will be held today, for dogs cats & domesticated ferrets. the clinic will be held at the Colchester Highway Garage on River Road in Downsville from5:00 to 6:30 PM. More information is available at 832-5200 or delaware county public health.com
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Assemblyman Cliff Crouch announced that he had successfully obtained over 1,850 signatures and has secured his place on the ballot for this year’s Republican Primary for State Assembly. Crouch has received the support of over 53 local elected officials, and the endorsement of all four Republican county chairmen within the 122nd Assembly District. He faces a challenge in the primary from Nicholas Libous, the son of the late area State Senator Tom Libous.
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(Rich Townsend 1-12-18)
WCDO will have weather updates throughout the day on this odd weather hitting the southern tier.
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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has declined to over-rule New York State’s denial of the construction of the Constitution pipeline. The DEC ruled that the pipeline failed to meet certain requirements, the federal agency will not over rule the state’s decision. The Constitution pipeline was proposed to run from Northeast Pennsylvania, through Broome, Chenango, Delaware & Otsego Counties into Schoharie County, carrying gas would could have been tapped into by businesses and communities along the route.
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State lawmakers are getting ready for another busy session for 2018, local Assemblyman Cliff crouch told WCDO News about the session:
(Cliff Crouch 1-12-18)
The state budget is expected to have a 4 to 6 billion-dollar deficit, it is due to be passed April 1st.
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Memorial services will be held saturday from 2:00 to 4:00 PM & 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Walton Fire department, for 18 year old Destyni Twyman of Watlon, who died suddenly from an undisclosed medical emergency tuesday. Final Services will be held on Sudnay at the Walton fie house, an autopsy was conducted Wednesday, no officials cause of death has been released.
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State Police arrested 42 year old William Caputo of Raleigh, North Carolina for DWI and other traffic violations, after troopers responded to a 1 vehicle collision on Russell Road, in the town of Walton. Caputo is accused of driving while intoxicated when he drove off the roadway and stuck a tree, Caputo was transported to Delaware Valley Hospital for anxiety and chest pains, he refused to submit to a test to measure his blood alcohol content. Caputo was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $10,000 cash bail or $20,000 property bond.
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The Sidney United Way recently named ACCO Brands as the recipient of the 2017 “Community Matters” award. The Community Matters Award is presented to an individual or organization that has provided significant support for our local United Way and the Sidney Community. ACCO’s Brands 2017 campaign raised more than $30,000 to help support the work of the Sidney United Way.
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The Binghamton Pond Festival for local hockey enthusiasts will take place over the next 3 weekends starting today. Events will take place at Chenango Valley State Park in Chenango Forks. There is no charge to attend, area Hockey teams are invited to register to participate, and the full schedule of events and registration information is available at bingpondfest.com.
NYSEG is reporting over 450 customers are without power in the town of Sidney & about 60 without power in the town of Franklin this morning. Crews are working to restore power as soon as possible.
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Governor Cuomo announced that he would deliver his annual BUDGET ADDRESS on Tuesday, at 1:00 PM. The address will be delivered at the Clark Auditorium at the New York State Museum in Albany.
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Chenango County Judge Frank Revoir has found Wayne Spratley of Greene not guilty of all 6 charges he was facing, in connection with a shooting incident in downtown Norwich in July 2015. Spratley was found not guilty Thursday of attempted 2nd-degree murder and 1st-degree assault, attempted 2nd-degree murder & criminal use of a firearm.
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Hartwick College will honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and civil rights heritage Sunday & Monday on campus and throughout Oneonta. On Sunday, The Martin Luther King, Jr. Citywide Birthday Celebration will be held at Saint Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, 39 Walnut Street, Oneonta from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. On Monday, “The Changing Faces of the Civil Rights Movement: Who’s in and Who’s Out.” will be held at the Dewar Union from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.
(Jason Klipa 11-30-17)
Sal Testani is the Senior Vice President of sales for Acco Brands, he told WCDO News how they worked to convince Walmart buyers that Acco was a perfect partner in this initiative:
(Sal Testani 11-30-17)
Testani said that the move already added 15 jobs in Sidney, & Acco has spent millions of dollars on new machinery & upgrades to maintain this partnership with Walmart for years to come.
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The Sidney Main Street Revitalization Product is wrapping up on the first side of the street today, according to Sidney Mayor Andy Matviak:
(Andy Matviak 11-30-17)
Trees and the rain Gardens on the first side of Main street will be completed after the winter weather early next year, as the 2nd side of the street’s construction begins, that side is expected to be completed by June of next year.
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Governor Cuomo today announced the availability of up to $3.5 million for research and development proposals to accelerate the use of electric vehicles, reduce the cost of installing and operating charging stations, and provide recommendations on how they can be used for grid resiliency. NYSERDA will administer the solicitation, proposals could focus on How to reduce the impact of charging vehicles on the grid; how vehicles can be integrated into buildings to provide backup power; or How to remotely manage electric vehicle charging at peak times. There are about 23,000 electric vehicles registered in New York currently.
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New York State of Health announced that more than 45,800 new enrollees already have enrolled in coverage in the first four weeks of the current open enrollment for next year. Enrollment is outpacing last year by about 13% & more than 140,000 consumers have already renewed coverage or newly enrolled in health plan for 2018. New York’s uninsured rate is down to 4.7%.
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Assemblyman Cliff Crouch reminded pistol permit holders that due to SAFE Act requirements, they must recertify all pistol permits 5 years after the date the license was issued. Last January, the State Police mailed approximately 350,000 letters statewide to remind pistol owners of the new recertification restrictions. As of right now, only about 175,000 people have responded. More information is available at troopers.ny.gov.
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Governor Cuomo today announced New York has committed $2.6 million to build or improve 12 playgrounds at 10 State Parks across New York – as part of a goal to modernize 100 State Park playgrounds. Locally, Chenango Valley State Park will receive funds to construct a 3,500-square-foot splash pad as a part of the beach redevelopment.
The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office and Delaware County Corrections Officers arrested several people who were allegedly conspiring with inmates to smuggle contraband into the Correctional Facility during visitation periods. arrested were Maureen Storrs of Delhi, Mary Ellen Chukoloski of Binghamton & Britney Fraser of Davenport on a vareity of drug charges & conspiracy. All three were arraigned in the Town of Delhi Court and were remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $40,000.00 cash bail or $80,000.00 bond. Deputies arrested inmates George Robinson of Delhi, Edward Reed of Binghamton, Gregory Shamus of Delhi, on a variety of charges including promoting prison contraband & conspiracy, they were arraigned in the Town of Delhi Court on November 28, 2017 and returned to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail.
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(Amy Beveridge 9-6-16)
Beveridge said that the event will run from10:00 to 2:00 outside the hospital grounds, weather permitting, in case of inclement weather, it will be moved indoors.
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The next meeting of the Oneonta Common Council will be held today. The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM in the Common Council Chambers on the 2nd floor of City Hall.
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The next meeting of the General Clinton Canoe Regatta Committee will be tonight in Bainbridge. Next year will be the 55th Regatta, committee members are asked to bring new ideas for next year, the Race meeting will begin at 6:30 & the regular meeting starts at 7:30 PM at Highway 7 Bar and Grill on Route 7 in Bainbridge.
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State Police reported that 3 people were killed after a car accident in Morris on Saturday morning at about 3:15 AM. The accident occurred on State Route 23 near Pegg Road, the driver of the vehicle was 21 year old Dillon Clemens of Norwich, others killed were 22 year old Jordan Crandall of Norwich; and 22 year old Christopher Brissette of Sherburne, State police reported Clemons failed to negotiate a curve in the roadway, while traveling at a high rate of speed, the left the roadway, struck multiple objects in its way, eventually went down a hill into a ravine, where it caught fire. All 3 were pronounced dead at the scene. Toxicology reports are pending
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A small plane crashed in the woods at Chenango Valley State Park Sunday morning after having engine failure. The crash happened Sunday at around 10:45 AM. The pilot lost control shortly after takeoff, he was not injures. State police, State Park Police and the Broome County Sheriff’s Department all responded. The Investigation is continuing.
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Former State Assembly Minority Leader Clarence “Rapp” Rappleyea has passed away Sunday at the age of 82, at the Albany Medical Center. Rappleyea represented Norwich in the State Assembly for 22 years, he then served as chairman of the New York Power Authority, until he retired in 2001. Funeral arrangements are pending.
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William Canney of Binghamton was arrested Friday by Chenango County Sheriff’s Office for Menacing of a Police Officer. The Sheriff’s Office and State Police responded to a shots fired complaint on Hotchkiss Road in the Town of Greene, Canney is alleged to have pointed a loaded shotgun at a deputy, who drew his weapon and was able to deescalate the situation without any shots fired. Canney was arraigned it the Town of Greene Court and ordered to the Chenango County Jail on $2000 bail and $5000 bond and is scheduled to appear in the Town of Greene Court at a later date.
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Delaware County Deputies arrested 26 year old Jeremy Aubry of Middletown, for Attempted Burglary, Attempted Robbery, Criminal Trespass, and Criminal Mischief & Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Aubry is accused of attempting to make entry into a house on State Highway 30 in the Town of Middletown, where he attempted to rob the homeowner of a purse. Aubry was found in possession of pills and kicked a window of a patrol car causing damage. He was arraigned in the Town of Middletown Court and sent to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $10,000 cash bail. He is to return to the Town Middletown Court at a later date.
(Andy Matviak 7-22-16)
Matviak said that construction would start on the 2nd & 3rd floors after the closing; 2+4 Management is the same developer behind the Sherwood Heights project.
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Governor Cuomo today signed legislation that eliminates sales tax on feminine hygiene products. The bill exempts these products from all local and State sales tax, Feminine hygiene products have been taxable since the state sales tax was first instituted in 1965, even as a wide variety of other goods, such as dietary and family planning products, have been exempt. The new exemption is expected to save women purchasing tampons, and other similar products, an estimated $10 million a year.
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Governor Cuomo today signed legislation expanding New York State’s “Move-Over” Law to volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers. The measure requires drivers to slow down and move over a lane when approaching a vehicle with flashing blue or green lights that are operated by volunteer firefighters or ambulance workers involved in a roadside emergency. Previously, the “Move-Over” law only applied to drivers approaching stopped police, emergency or hazard vehicles with flashing red and white or amber lights.
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Magic City Music Hall in Binghamton was advised Thursday evening that a member of Quiet Riot, who were scheduled to appear Saturday night, was hospitalized yesterday afternoon, necessitating cancellation of the band’s upcoming show. Magic City Officials are working with management to reschedule the show, in the meantime; Quiet Riot Tickets may be redeemed for a credit towards any other announced concert at Magic City, including Ace Frehley on Saturday September 24th or for a refund. Magic City has also just announced that Sister Hazel will perform there on September 9th; tickets go on sale on Saturday July 30th.
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The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services awarded $1 million in funding to support 25 new treatment beds to provide care for New Yorkers with substance use disorders. The funding was awarded to Tompkins County addiction treatment services provider Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services for the creation of a new 25-bed adult residential treatment facility. The residential treatment facility in Trumansburg will offer a full spectrum of addiction treatment services to residents including counseling, life-skills training and after-discharge support.
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The 1st annual Pound 4 Paws fundraising event will be held in Oxford Saturday night. A variety of sporting competitions will be held, sponsored by the Pound Gym in Norwich, proceeds will go to the Delaware Valley Humane society, the event starts at 7:00 PM Saturday at 207 Tamarac Road in Oxford.
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The National Baseball Hall of Fame’s 2016 Induction Ceremony will Ken Griffey Jr.& Mike Piazza, beginning at 1:30 PM Sunday at the Clark Sports Center. Hall of Fame Weekend will also feature the Saturday Awards Presentation, when Ford C. Frick Award winner Graham McNamee and J.G. Taylor Spink Award winner Dan Shaughnessy will each be honored. On Saturday in Cooperstown, will be the Parade of Legends down main Street, and on Monday, Piazza & Griffey will participate in the Legends of the Game Roundtable discussion.
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On Saturday, the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will host the Bainbridge Summer Fest with a variety of event & a showcase the new sound system for use during village and town events. Spokesperson June White Comments
(June White 7-22-16)
White said that at 7:00 pm, one of Payne’s Cranes would drop 400 golf balls on the lawn next to the Methodist Church. There will be prizes for the Golf balls that are closest to the hole; tickets can be purchased at Hometown Hardware, Highway 7 Bar and Grill, B&W Wines and Liquors LLC, Nana’s Keepsakes, New Image Hair Care, Newbauer’s Construction and Bainbridge House Bed and Breakfast. Also, at 8:00 pm “Footloose” will be featured as The Movie in the park.
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Governor Cuomo signed legislation that requires guidelines for end of life notices and visitation rights regarding incapacitated individuals subject of legal guardianship proceedings. The bill requires the court order appointing a guardian to oversee the care of an incapacitated person to identify all individuals who are entitled to notice of a person’s death, funeral and burial arrangements.
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State Senator Fred Akshar of Colesville announced his official candidacy for reelection at his First Annual “Spiedies with the Senator” event at Chenango Valley State Park. Akshar was elected in a special election last year to finish up the term, following the conviction of the late Senator Tom Libous.
(DeNiro 6-30-16)
The Catskill Challenge is patterned after the Governor’s Adirondack challenge, as a way to increase tourism, Cuomo said that they are going to increase the advertising budget by an additional 5 Million dollars and release new ads highlighting the region:
(Cuomo 6-30-16)
Cuomo said that plans also call for the Woodstock site to be placed on the register of state and national historic places, which would increase tourism.
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The State Department of Health announced that it has begun issuing the results of seasonal mosquito surveillance and testing statewide, and added Zika to its list of mosquito-borne viruses under surveillance. The Department conducts surveillance for mosquito-borne viruses including West Nile virus, Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus and Zika virus. Zika virus is spread primarily through the bite of an infected mosquito. Mosquitos become infected when they feed on a person already infected with the virus and can then spread the virus to other people through bites.
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A new Sienna College poll released today showed that New York Voters were not as likely to vote to re-elect their State Senator and Assembly member this year. 48% of the 803 registered voters polled said they would vote to re-elect their senator. 37% said they’d prefer someone else and 14% were undecided. Voters said they are prepared to re-elect Assembly members by a 42 to 38% margin with 20% undecided. All 63 State Senators and 150 Assembly members are up for election November 8th.
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Recently re-signed infielder Jose Reyes of the New York Mets will be playing for the Binghamton Mets at home at NYSEG Stadium tonight. B-Mets Spokesman Jim Weed explains:
(Jim Weed 6-30-16)
The B-Mets will be playing New Hampshire, game time tonight at 6:35, tickets are available at the NYSEG Stadium box office or through BMETS.com.
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Village of Sidney officials, business owners & Architects will discuss plans for an environmentally friendly reconstruction of the Main Street Area tonight. Village officials John Redente explains:
(John Redente 6-30-16)
The meeting will be held at the Sidney Library starting at 6:30 PM.
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Governor Cuomo is in Sullivan County today, for the 1st annual Catskill Summer Challenge. Cuomo will be accompanied by Special Guest Robert De Niro, at the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel. At 3:00 PM Governor Cuomo Attends the 2016 Catskill Summer Challenge Luncheon and Award Ceremony at Bethel Woods,
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Governor Cuomo announced $1.3 million in funding for 17 projects to improve and expand State Park hiking trails and outdoor recreational access projects across New York. The trails projects are part of the Governor’s commitment to improving parks through the NY Parks 2020 Plan. In The Southern Tier; Chenango Valley State Park will $75,000 to resurface five miles of existing Lily Lake and Chenango Lake perimeter pedestrian trails as well as improve surfacing and drainage and update directional and interpretive signage on 13 miles of upland bicycle/pedestrian trails.
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Chenango County Public Health will host another free rabies clinic tonight in New Berlin. The clinic will run from 5:30 to 6:30 at the New Berlin Firehouse, more information is available at 337-1673.
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(Lopez 3-31-16)
Area Assemblyman Cliff Crouch told WCDO news this morning that he doesn’t see a budget passed by midnight:
(Cliff Crouch 3-31-16)
Crouch said that 1of the key sticking points in this year’s budget negotiation is the phased in minimum wage proposal, increases in revenue expected from New York City, he expressed disappointment in the closed process, and the lack of discussion about leadership term limits after many former legislative leaders faced charges & conviction for corruption.
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Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul & State Parks Commissioner Rose Harvey unveiled a $2.2 million project that will transform the popular beach area at Chenango Valley State Park Wednesday. The project will expand the sand beach area and create multiple swim areas that provide a range of appropriate depths for all ages. Water circulation and quality will be improved through hydro-engineered technology and aeration, which pushes and circulates water from the bottom of the swim area.
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The 4th murder trial of Cal Harris begins today in Schoharie County Court. After 2 jury convictions in Tioga County court, 2 successful appeals, and a move to Schoharie County and a hung jury, Harris has requested that the Judge Richard Mott decide his fate after all the testimony is given. Harris is accused of killing his estranged wife Michelle around September 11th 2001.
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The New York State Court of Appeals has upheld smoking restrictions in state parks, unanimously rejecting arguments from a smokers’ rights group that parks officials exceeded their authority and smoking limits should be left to state lawmakers. Judge Eugene Fahey writes that lawmakers gave responsibility to the parks department authority to provide for public health and welfare within the park system. The parks office oversees 179 parks and 35 historic and other sites, they said that the smoking restrictions apply to less than 5% of their 330,000 acres.
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The Unadilla Youth for Christ organization will hold their 3rd annual 5K run this Saturday. The race begins at 10:30 from the Unadilla elementary school, registration & number pick up begins at 8:30. Participants are encouraged to run in costume, all proceeds benefit the youth for Christ teen center. More information is available at 432-0594.
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Cornell Cooperative Extension will be sponsoring two conferences on Epigenetics and Breastfeeding today with keynote speaker Larry Noble. The 1st conference is at the FoxCare Center from 7:30 am to 9:30 am, the 2nd at SUNY Delhi’s Okun Theatre from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
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The American Red Cross will have another area blood drive today in Chenango County, from 10:00 to 3:00 today at the NBT Bank Branch at 52 South Broad Street in Norwich. Appointments can be made by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
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The city of Oneonta commission on community relations & human rights will meet tonight. The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM in the Common Council Chambers at City Hall.
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The Otsego County Medical reserve corps will hold a meeting today for those looking to volunteer their expertise in the event of a disaster. Stefan Dunham heads up the corps:
(Stefan Dunham 3-31-16)
Dunham said that a meeting is today at 5:00 PM in Cooperstown at the Meadows Office Building, EMS Classroom b. More information is available at 547-6477 or dunhams@otsegocounty.com
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This morning at 8:30 AM until 9:30, The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce is hosting an Eye Opener Continental breakfast at The Hampton Inn in Oneonta on behalf of Catholic Charities for Delaware, Otsego and Schoharie counties. The Dispute Resolution Center of Catholic Charities is currently recruiting potential candidates to become trained volunteer mediators for their program.
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A motion to disqualify the Chenango County District Attorney from prosecuting the murder case against Ganesh Ramsaran of New Berlin woman has been denied. The motion would have required the appointment of a special prosecutor from outside the district attorney’s office, due to an alleged conflict of interest with the defendant. Chenango county judge Frank Revoir denied the motion. Ramsaran has been charged with 2nd degree murder in connection with the murder of his wife Jennifer late last year, she had been reported missing by her husband, her body was found several months later in a wooded area in the town of Pharsalia.
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The Chenango County Sheriff’s department investigated a 1-vehicle accident on county road 2 in the town of Greene, at about 11:45 Tuesday morning. 24-year-old Jesse Ehlers of Greene left the pavement while operating a Jeep Cherokee, he struck an embankment & a tree. Ehlers & his passenger, 19 year old Makayla Heisler of Greene were not wearing seatbelts & were ejected from the vehicle, and suffered serious head and back injuries. Both were transported to Wilson memorial hospital in Johnson city, the cause of the accident was from unsafe speed for the curve in the road and road conditions.
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State Police at Oneonta arrested 29-year-old David Sparaco of Oneonta for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property. The arrest resulted from a complaint originating at Searle’s Garage in Davenport, who reported that several brake rotors & a radiator from a 1958 Mercury was stolen. Sparaco was arrested at Otsego Auto Crushers in Oneonta, when he tried to sell the stolen property as scrap metal. Sparaco faces future court action on the charges.
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A federal judge has set a trial date of December 2nd for a new fraud trial for former Senate Majority Leader Joe Bruno. The 84-year-old Bruno’s 2 fraud convictions from 2009 were overturned on appeal. Bruno is accused of accepting $440,000 from a businessman for helping with state grants.
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Governor Cuomo announced the launch of “Every Student Present,” Tuesday, which is a public awareness campaign to help school leadership, parents, and communities promote school attendance. The campaign is focused on creating engaging school environments, using data to identify chronically absent students, and exploring ways to provide support that can help students and families. More information is available at everystudentpresent.org or governor.ny.gov.
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The state Public Service Commission is urging income-eligible consumers to sign up for a discount telephone service through a program aimed at making New Yorkers safer at home. The Lifeline program provides discounts for monthly residential phone bills for basic telephone service. New Yorkers already receiving other benefits including Food Stamps, Veterans’ Disability, SSI and Home Energy Assistance Program help are eligible. more information is available at AskPSC.com.
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Despite an overall drop in attendance at New York parks, Chenango Valley State Park had a steady flow of swimmers, campers, hikers, golfers and guests this summer. The park, in the Town of Fenton, recorded attendance of 94,136 from Memorial Day through Labor Day weekends — a decrease of just 158 from the same time period last year. At Oquaga Creek State Park, in northeastern Broome and Delaware counties, attendance dropped 10.2 percent this summer. Overall, officials attributed the slight attendance decline at parks across the state to a rainy start of the summer season.
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