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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 1-22-24

wcdonews — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 19:31:41 +0000

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-22-24

Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar announced a new program today to combat domestic violence with assistance from the Crime Victims Assistance Center and the Family Violence Prevention Council:

(Sheriff Akshar 1-22-24)

Family Violence Prevention Council Coordinator Kristin Beylo commented that the program is patterned after one in Westchester County, and what the plans are for the program going forward:

(Kristin Beylo 1-22-24)

The program utilizes evidence-based screenings to help law enforcement better assess potential lethality by identifying common red flags, patterns and responses associated with domestic homicides.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 62 year old Bert Mullineaux of Walton on January 9th. Deputies were dispatched to a 1 car motor vehicle accident on Bobs Brook Road in the Town of Tompkins, Deputies determined that Mullineaux’s driving privileges are revoked for DWI since 2006, he was charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, Moving from a lane Unsafely, and Speed not reasonable and Prudent, he will appear in Tompkins Town Court at a later date to answer those charges.

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Fire fighters in Morris were able to quickly extinguish a trailer home fire Sunday night. Morris Firefighters were called to 422 Pegg Road just before 6:00 PM Sunday night, crews were able to extinguish the fire quickly, with only minor damage reported, no injuries were reported.

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The Oneonta Department of Public Works announced a water main break on Bugbee Road near Crestmont Terrace this morning. Traffic was closed in the immediate vicinity & water was shut off for surrounding residents. More information will be available for area residents at 607-432-2100.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 31 year old Natalie Petruch of Andes following an investigation of an accident on January 18th on Arbuckle Hollow Road in Delhi. Petruch was charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle while intoxicated, moving from a lane unsafely, operating a vehicle with a BAC above .08% , she was released on appearance tickets for Town of Delhi Court at a later date.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-22-24

Chenango County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of 22 year old Kaleb Weinmuller of Morris, for Rape, Criminal Sexual Act and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office investigated a sexual abuse complaint in the Village of Oxford, where it was discovered that Weinmuller was 21 years old & performed sexual acts with a minor. Weinmuller was arrested and arraigned in the Village of Oxford Court, he was remanded on $25,000 cash bail & was transported back to Broome County Correctional Facility where he is currently being held on other charges.

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An Otsego County ambulance was at the scene of a motor vehicle accident on I-88 Sunday in Schenevus when the ambulance was struck by a passing vehicle. The ambulance was parked on the shoulder of the roadway with its Emergency lighting activated. The crew was treating a patient from a previous accident in the rear of the ambulance when they were struck. Both providers were transported to an area hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 28 year old Frank Mazepa of Morris on 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a controlled substance. On January 8, Deputies assisted the SUNY Delhi Police Department on a traffic stop in the Village of Delhi, it was determined that the passenger in the vehicle was in possession of a quantity of crack cocaine and heroin. Mazepa was released on appearance tickets for the Town of Delhi court at a later date.

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The Broome County district Attorney’s Office announced that on January 12th, in Broome County Court, just prior to trial, Craig Brigham of the Town of Maine, pleaded guilty to felony Attempted Robbery. On August 1st, 2022, Brigham entered the Vestal Walmart selected a backpack and miscellaneous merchandise. When an employee attempted to retrieve the stolen merchandise, Brigham pulled out a small aerosol can and threatened to pepper spray the employee. Brigham will be sentenced in Broome County Court on April 12th to 1.5 to 3 years at a state prison.

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The Sidney Center Improvement Group annual meeting will be held tonight at 6:30pm at the Sidney Center Fire Hall. The meeting is open to the public and all are welcome to attend. The Improvement Group Board is seeking new members and more involvement in order to continue bringing programming, events and improvement projects to the Hamlet of Sidney Center and for the Town of Sidney.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-28-16

wcdonews — Wed, 28 Dec 2016 19:47:30 +0000

There will be no meeting of the Tri Town Coalition on Substance abuse this month, but meetings are scheduled beginning in January, and a Narcan Training session could also be added to the schedule next year, according to spokesperson Lorraine Keckeisen:

(Lorraine Keckeisen 12-28-16)

Meetings are scheduled for January 25th, at the Sidney High School at 6:00 to 7:30 in the library, meetings are also scheduled for February 15th, & March 22nd.
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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested 29 year old Michael Walters of Davenport at the Town of Davenport Court while being arraigned on separate charges. Walters was charged with 3 counts of Criminal Contempt, and 1 Count of Harassment, from a previous domestic dispute with the protected party of the order of protection. Walters was remanded to the Delaware County Jail in lieu $5,000 cash bail, he will reappear in the Town of Davenport Court at a further date.
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State Police arrested 31-year old Steven Calderon of the Bronx, for allegedly using deceased State Trooper Timothy Pratt’s identity to obtain a $5,000 credit line and buy a washing machine. Trooper Pratt was killed in an accident on October 26th, Calderon was charged with 2 counts of identity theft. The investigation is continuing and police believe that more arrests may be forthcoming
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The New York State United Teachers union has renewed its call for state Education Commissioner MaryEllen Elia to remove former Gubernatorial Republican candidate Carl Paladino from the Buffalo City School Board of Education, after Palladino made racist & offensive remarks about Outgoing President Barack Obama, and first lady Michelle Obama. The union officials stated that Palladino is unfit to serve in a school board position after making remarks wishing for President Obama’s death next year.
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Broome County Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo vows to continue forward ing a bill to strengthen the state’s parking garages. the bill failed to pass this year despite sponsorship from lawmakers in the majority party in each house of the legislature. The bill follows the collapse of a parking garage at Wilson Hospital in Johnson City in July 2015.
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State Police are searching for 42 year old Richard Darlin on charges of Grand Larceny & Criminal Mischief, for allegedly stealing property while staying at a residence on Mills Creek Road in Otego in March 2014. Darlin is accused of stealing a car, power tools, coins, cash and more. the town of Otego Court issued a warrant for his arrest. Anyone with information as to Darlin’s whereabouts should contact the State Police at 432-4844 or email Crimetip@troopers.ny.gov.

In memory of Trooper Christopher Skinner and the sacrifice he paid, The State Police are inviting the community to join them by giving blood at the 3rd annual Trooper Skinner Memorial American Red Cross blood drive today. Those who wish to donate Blood can do so between 12:00 Noon to 6:00 PM at the Five Mile Point Fire Company at 16 Crescent Drive in Kirkwood, Appointments can be made through the Red cross Blood Donor App, by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that New York State has received $7.7 million in federal funding that will allow the state to fund 11 new programs and support 117 existing programs that help victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Locally, The Crime Victims Assistance Center of Broome County will receive $35,600 to partially fund a sexual assault forensic examination program coordinator for a sexual assault response team.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 8-4-14

wcdonews — Mon, 04 Aug 2014 18:05:50 +0000

Windsor Firefighters & those from surrounding communities were called to a 2 alarm blaze at about 10:00 AM, at an apartment building at 1075 Old State Route 17 this morning. Firefighters knocked down the blaze quickly, all occupants escaped without injury. The Windsor Fire Department was assisted by firefighters from West Windsor, Deposit, 5 Mile Point, Binghamton & Harpursville with Afton on standby, Broome County Fire Investigators are working to determine the cause.
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Governor Cuomo announced that Agencies that help crime victims have been awarded $36.2 million in grant funding. The grants will be administered by the state Office of Victim Services, locally, funding will go to the Crime Victims Assistance Center, the SOS Shelter, Catholic Charities of Chenango County, & Delaware Opportunities.
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State Troopers arrested 31 year old Jeremiah Craver of Guilford for Driving While Intoxicated with a BAC result of .14%. The arrest resulted from a vehicle stop for failing to keep right on County Route 3 in Unadilla, Troopers accuse Craver of driving while intoxicated, he was was issued tickets returnable in the Town of Unadilla Court on August 11th.
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The Village of Franklin and the Delaware County Local Development Corporation announced the successful completion of a New York Main Street program in the Village of Franklin. Franklin was awarded $255,000 through the program to commercial building owners for renovations of 14 buildings that improved commercial and mixed-use buildings, creating more functional commercial space and safer apartment rentals. More information is available about business initiatives, programs and funding opportunities DCecodev.com or 746-8595.
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New York attorney general Eric Schneiderman is giving police agencies, in 23 counties across the state, funds to help buy new or replacement bulletproof vests. The awards in the program use money from criminal and civil forfeitures. In June, Schneiderman pledged $3.5 million from forfeitures to help outfit police statewide to fill the funding gap in a federal grant program. The office will approve about $2.8 million in matching funding to 147 agencies statewide to buy more than 7,800 vests
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U.S. Senator Charles Schumer has called on the FAA, and the Commerce Department, to develop and release privacy rules and guidelines for the use of small-unmanned aircraft systems by the end of the year. The unmanned aircrafts, or drones, are being used by the U.S. to aid military operations, and Schumer said they have become more common in commercial uses as well. Schumer is concerned the increasing use, by private investigators to spy on unaware parties, such as people in their residences, as well as drug dealers to deliver illegal drugs, poses serious public safety concerns for New Yorkers.
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Governor Cuomo signed legislation to strengthen the vetting process for volunteer firefighter organizations, by requiring applicants to submit to a background check for any prior sex offense convictions. Volunteer firefighters frequently work in the presence of vulnerable individuals, including children. The bill will require prospective volunteer firefighters to authorize a background check for sex offense convictions if the individual wishes to proceed with his or her application.
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The New York Lottery has drafted regulations to enter a new multi-state lottery game, called Monopoly Millionaires’ Club, that is set to launch nationwide Oct. 19th. The game, which will have weekly Friday drawings, is projected to generate more than $34 million annually in lottery revenue, which is then put in the state’s general fund and designated for education. For the current fiscal year, which ends March 31, the state estimates the game could bring in $10 million in new revenue.