WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 11-27-18

wcdonews — Tue, 27 Nov 2018 19:03:30 +0000

Two people were injured when a Pickup Truck & Oneonta City School Bus collided Monday afternoon at route 8 & Country Club Road. The driver of the pickup, 35 year old Benjamin Goodwin of Laurens was ticketed for running a red light, the unidentified bus driver & a driver’s aid suffered minor injuries in the crash & were taken to Fox Hospital, 3 children on the bus were not injured.
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Oneonta Mayor Gary Herzig is expected to ask the Oneonta Common Council to re-name the Oneonta Municipal Airport in honor of former Oneonta Mayor & Businessman Sam Nader at their December 4th meeting. Nader rallied to have an airport established when he was mayor of Oneonta in the 60’s.
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The National Baseball Hall Of Fame & Museum will celebrate the Boston Red Sox’s 2018 World Series championship through Autumn Glory, the annual tribute to the World Series Champions in Cooperstown. The exhibit is now open, it features artifacts from the Red Sox, including a bat used by World Series MVP Steve Pearce, A jersey worn by David Price, Game-worn glasses used by Joe Kelly, a Hoodie worn by Red Sox manager Alex Cora in Game 5 & a Helmet worn by Brock Holt. The Autumn Glory display will be up through the conclusion of the 2019 Major League Baseball postseason.
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The State DEC is continuing with their investigation into the shooting deaths of 8 deer & the injury of a 9th one, in Otsego County last week in the town of Milford. So far, no arrests have been made.
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The Bainbridge Glow Gun Held at General Clinton Park raised over $5400 for Bainbridge native Bob Jinks. Money was raised at the event, plus through a local Bottle & can Drive, the amount raised was 270% above the initial goal, according to organizer Heather Bucalos of Sidney.
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State Police Superintendent George Beach announced the line of duty death of Trooper Jeremy VanNostrand this morning. Trooper VanNostrand was reporting to work at the State Police barracks in Fonda when he was involved in a motor vehicle crash at about 7:45 AM. The investigation revealed that Trooper VanNostrand was stopped in traffic in his personal vehicle, waiting to turn into the station, when he was rear-ended and pushed into oncoming traffic; he was transported to Albany Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries. Trooper VanNostrand served with the State Police for 6 years, he is survived by his wife & daughter, and funeral arrangements will be announced shortly.
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Sidney town officials announced that there will be a public open house at the new Town Facilities at 44 Grand Street in the village of Sidney this Saturday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Tours of the Sidney Historical Society Museum will also be held, all are welcome to attend.
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The Otsego County Health Department announced that a skunk has tested positive for rabies in Burlington Flats. 1 unvaccinated dog was exposed to the rabid skunk & will be euthanized, the next Otsego County Rabies clinic will be December 5th from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at the Susquehanna Animal Shelter.
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Attorney General Barbara Underwood released the annual “Pennies for Charity: Where Your Money Goes; Fundraising by Professional Fundraisers” report, which found that nearly 1/3rd of charitable donations ended up in the pockets of professional fundraisers. In 2017, more than $1.18 billion was raised in New York State through 964 fundraising campaigns conducted by professional fundraisers on behalf of charities. The report and the searchable Pennies for Charity database containing the underlying data is posted at www.CharitiesNYS.com.
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The Binghamton Devils today announced they will be holding a the “Put the Biscuit in the Basket” food drive starting on Wednesday and running until Saturday, December 15, benefitting CHOW. Fans can bring in two or more non-perishable food items starting this Wednesday and receive a free ticket to a game on Saturday, December 1, Saturday, December 8, Saturday, December 15 or Friday, December 21st. Donations will be accepted every day during normal business hours at the Binghamton Devils front office, and on game days at the front office and the credential table on the first floor. More information is available at binghamtondevils.com or 722-7367.
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY OCTOBER 10-30-18

wcdonews — Tue, 30 Oct 2018 19:14:07 +0000

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested a 17-year-old male juvenile, on 2 counts each of Forcible Touching & Endangering the Welfare of a Child, & 1 count each of Attempted Sexual Misconduct, and Sexual Misconduct. This arrest followed a complaint made by staff at DCMO BOCES Harrold Campus in Masonville, where the accused allegedly engaged in multiple sexual acts on different days, with multiple victims who were under the age of 17 on Campus. The male juvenile was arraigned in the Town of Masonville Court; he was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $5000 cash bail, or $10,000 in secured bonds.
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51 year old Anna Santiago of Greene was found guilty by a Chenango County jury for arson Monday. Santiago was arrested after an investigation into a fire at 21 Chipmunk Lane in Greene on August 3rd, 2017, in order to cash in on her insurance policy. Santiago is being held in the Chenango County Jail, she faces sentencing on January 4th.
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State Police arrested 34 year old Christina Carey of Kortright for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a reportable BAC of .26%. A trooper was dispatched to a one car property damage accident on State Highway 23 in Roxbury. The trooper discovered the vehicle partially in the roadway and that the vehicle struck a mailbox. Carey was still in the vehicle and after an investigation, she was arrested for DWI. She was released on appearance tickets to the town of Roxbury Court tomorrow.
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The National Baseball Hall of fame & Museum in Cooperstown announced that Artifacts from 2018 World Series champion Boston Red Sox will be Unveiled today. Artifacts on display will include a Bat used by World Series MVP Steve Pearce, A jersey worn by David Price, Game-worn glasses used by Red Sox reliever Joe Kelly, a Cap and spikes worn by Red Sox pitcher Nathan Eovaldi & a Hoodie worn by Red Sox manager Alex Cora. More information is available at baseballhall.org.
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A report of a barricaded subject with hostages resulted in no injuries and the arrest of 20-year-old Edgar Gonzalez-Francis of Worcester for Unlawful Imprisonment, Menacing and Criminal Possession of a Weapon. Troopers were dispatched Monday afternoon by Otsego County 911 to a report of a subject with a gun holding 2 people hostage at a residence on Main Street in Worcester, when troopers arrived, the hostages exited the front of the residence but Gonzalez-Francis remained inside allegedly armed with a shotgun. A perimeter was established and Worcester School was placed on lockdown. Gonzalez-Francis was located at a nearby location and taken into custody at about 5:00 PM, without incident. The shotgun was recovered near the residence and secured by troopers. Gonzalez-Francis was arraigned in the town of Worcester Court and remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $15,000 cash bail or $30,000 property bond.
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State Police arrested 34 year old Justin Wilson of Colesville for Criminal Mischief, Menacing and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Wilson got in to a verbal argument with a victim, damaged a television and entertainment center and damaged a vehicle, in the presence of a 2 and 3 year-old. Wilson was arraigned at Broome County Central Arraignment and Processing and released on his own recognizance. An order of protection was issued to the victim.
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State Police arrested 43 year old Tony Williamson of Coventry, for Assault, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing and Criminal Mischief. Troopers were dispatched to a domestic dispute at on Wrench Lane in Coventry. The victim accused Williamson of striking the victim in the face repeatedly, chocked the victim and disconnected all means to be able to call 911. Williamson was arrested and arraigned in the town of Afton Court where he was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $1,000 cash bail or $4,000 bond. An order of protection was issued to the victim.
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The League of Women Voters announced that there will be another Gubernatorial Debate on Thursday November 1st at 6:00 PM. The debate will include the 5 candidates & will be held at the League Of Women Voters of New York State office at 62 Grand Street in Albany.

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THE UNATEGO GIRLS SOCCER TEAM CAPTURED THE 2018 SECTION 4 CLASS-C CHAMPIONSHIP LAST NIGHT WITH A 2-1 VICTORY OVER TOP RANKED GROTON. MORGAN PERRY HAD THE GAME WINNING GOAL AND DANA STEPP SCORED THE OTHER GOAL FOR THE SPARTANS. LONG TIME UNATEGO COACH SUE HERODES SAID IT WAS A GREAT TEAM EFFORT TO CAPTURE THE PROGRAMS FIRST SECTIONAL TITLE SINCE 2012…

(Sue Herodes 10-30-18)

UNATEGO ADVANCES TO PLAY SECTION 3 CHAMPION LITTLE FALLS IN THE NEW YORK STATE TOURNAMENT THIS FRIDAY AT 7:30 PM AT HERKIMER COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 11-27-18

WCDO NEWS TUESDAY OCTOBER 10-30-18