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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-22-16

wcdonews — Wed, 22 Jun 2016 18:37:38 +0000

Organizers for the Annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament in Norwich are in desperate need to get volunteers for the July 9th event, and the deadline for teams to sign up has been extended. Organizer Tom Revoir explains:

(Tom Revoir 6-22-16)

Teams can still sign up online at GusMacker.com, Revoir said that those interested in volunteering could stop at the Norwich YMCA or call him there at 336-9622, extension 29.
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Governor Cuomo signed legislation to enact new laws & protocols in dealing with the state’s rising Heroin & Opioid Abuse epidemic:

(Cuomo 6-22-16)

The legislation followed the findings of various Task Force hearing around the state where lawmakers heard testimony from medical professionals as well as those who have battled the addictions.
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The Company that has proposed the Constitution Pipeline is filing a lawsuit after the state DEC rejected the paperwork that was submitted for the plan. Area Assemblyman Cliff Crouch told WCDO News that several area companies were promised low cost natural gas through this plan, and now they are in limbo:

(Cliff Crouch 6-22-16)

Crouch said that the lawsuits will likely take 2 or 3 years to complete, hopefully the companies like Amphenol, Acco & Raymond will be able to operate at current levels until the Pipeline is approved & built.
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The Otsego County Fair officials announced that there were able to get a concert lined up for this year’s Fair, following a request for a show by fairgoers. Spokesperson Lisa Jones explains:

(Lisa Jones 6-22-16)

Jones Said that SFCU is sponsoring the concert at this year’s fair, which will run at the fairgrounds in Morris August 2nd through the 7th.
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The Greater Chenango Cares IRT event will be held in Norwich at the High School & In Cortland County starting July 15 through the 24th. Chenango United Way Spokesperson Elizabeth Monaco said that county organizers were happy to get the event for an unprecedented 2nd straight year:

(Elizabeth Monaco)

Monaco said that volunteers are still needed to help the military personnel with the event; they can get more information by calling the united way at 334-8815.
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Fireworks over The Fairgrounds will be held this coming July 4th at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich. Organizer terry Potter explains:

(Terry Potter 6-22-16)

Potter said that the gates would open at 8:30 AM; kids under 15 will get in free.
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Oneonta Department of Public Service announced that they would continue to flush Water Mains on the Intermediate Service on Thursday, Friday & Monday, through the residential area of the City North of the Downtown Business District. Water pressure & color may change; those with questions can call the department at 432-2100.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-13-15

wcdonews — Mon, 13 Jul 2015 18:39:23 +0000

State Police responded to a fatal motor vehicle collision involving a passenger car and a motorcycle on Route 11 in the Town of Marathon. 42 year old Christopher Tanner of Marathon crossed the center of the roadway, striking a motorcycle being operated by 49 year-old Shanon Nasoni of Endicott. Nasoni was airlifted to Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, where she was pronounced deceased. Tanner had a BAC of .21, he was charged with Vehicular Manslaughter, Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated, and Failure to Keep Right. Tanner was arraigned in the Town of Marathon Court and was remanded to the Cortland County Jail without bail.
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The trial of State Senator Tom Libous of Binghamton is scheduled to begin today. Libous was indicted last year for allegedly making a false statement to the FBI, when he was questioned about using his political influence to get his son Matthew a job at a Westchester County Law firm. Matthew Libous was found guilty last week on 3 counts of falsifying federal tax returns & he faces sentencing at a later date.
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The “Greater Chenango Cares” event begins today through Wednesday the 22nd at the Norwich HIgh School Complex. Area residents can receive free medical, dental, optical & even Veterinary services from trained Army personel from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm each day.Chenango County Planning Department Spokesperson Rena Doing said that shuttle bus service is available:

(Rena Doing 7-13-15)

Walk-ins are allowed for Medical and Optical Services, more information about shuttle busses & how to make appointments for dental & veterinariy services, is available at the Greater Chenango Cares Facebook page.
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Governor Cuomo today announced advance ticket sales for the 2015 Great New York State Fair will begin Today at 9 a.m. with expanded online savings for advance admission, midway and bargain book items. For the first time, online purchases will be available throughout all 12 days of the Fair and fairgoers will be able to use an electronic ticket on their smartphone for easy entry. Tickets will be available online and in hundreds of stores across New York. 5 products will be sold online at www.etix.com, the State Fair runs from August 27th to September 7th this year.
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A.M. NEWS MONDAY 8-26-13

admin — Mon, 26 Aug 2013 12:35:00 +0000

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office arrested Michelle Lynn Hill, 37, of the town of Union, after she let her 12-year-old daughter drive her car in the parking lot of the old Heritage Country Club in the town of Union on Friday. The daughter got behind the wheel, with two other 13-year-olds also in the car. The daughter then lost control, struck an embankment and the car rolled two times. All three were slightly injured and taken to Wilson Hospital. Deputies said Hill was standing in the parking lot when it happened. Hill has been charged with three counts of reckless endangerment in the first degree, a class D felony. She was arraigned in the Town of Union Court.
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A small plane’s landing gear collapsed, causing it to crash and flip on landing at the Cortland County Airport Sunday afternoon. The 55 year old pilot walked away and had exited the plane before emergency crews arrived and he was taken to the Cortland Regional Medical Center for non life-threatening injuries. The plane has been moved to a secure location as local investigators wait for FAA officials to arrive and take over the investigation.
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Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has filed a lawsuit against Donald Trump and The Trump Entrepreneur Institute, formerly named Trump University LLC, and Michael Sexton, former president of Trump University for engaging in persisten fraudulent, illegal and deceptive conduct in connection with the operation of Trump University. Between 2005 and 2011, More than five thousand people across the country paid Donald Trump around 40 million dollars as Trump University operated as an unlicensed educational institute that promised to teach Donald Trump’s real estate investing techniques to consumers nationwide but instead misled consumers into paying for a series of expensive courses that did not deliver on their promises.
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Police arrested Kim A. Seals, 23, of Binghamton, Saturday at a home on Crocker Avenue in the village of Johnson City. He was wanted for stabbing Tequon Williams, 23, also of Binghamton, on Aug. 13. Police said Williams was stabbed in the stomach at a home on Charlotte Street in Binghamton. He then fled to a home on Hamilton Street, where police found him. Williams underwent emergency surgery at Wilson Hospital. Seals has been charged with one count of assault in the second degree.
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There will be a meeting tonight at 7pm to start planning for the 2014 Afton Fair. Some ideas being explored for the 125th edition of the fair include a community parade with bands, floats and fire departments, a semi-truck rodeo, trout fishing tank, a dunking tank, pony rides, petting zoo, a sheep show, a beef show, chain saw artist and a 5-K run. Members of the board are continuing to search for a midway for the fair and would appreciate any help with the search. The meeting will be held in the Afton Fair Water Building at 7pm tonight. All are invited to attend.
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Delaware Avenue between K-mart and County Route 39 will be closed through Wednesday afternoon August 28th for a culvert installation. The Chenango County Department of Public Works will close a section of County Road 33 on tomorro on Tuesday, between County Road 36 (Norwich-Guilford Road) and County Road 34 (Springvale Road), in the Town of Norwich. This closure will be in place until the required culvert replacement work is completed. Local traffic shall be allowed access to their homes; however they will be required to travel away from the project for the closure period.
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The Otsego County Conservation Association is seeking nominations for it’s annual “Conservationist of the Year” award. The award is given to individuals, organizations or businesses that have made a positive difference in environmental protection, preservation or education in Otsego County. Nominations must be submitted by October 4th. To obtain a nomination form, call 547-4488 or email admin@occa info dot org.