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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 10-7-16

wcdonews — Fri, 07 Oct 2016 17:44:52 +0000

Melissa Crispell of Oxford & Jeremy Coates of Norwich faced court action Thursday, in connection with the beating death of 58-year-old David Green in his oxford home at 221 Charles Kelley Road, on either September 24th or 25th. Both are facing murder charges for Green’s death at & are being held in the Chenango County Jail pending future court action.
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Oneonta Police arrested 22-year-old Raul Diaz & 25-year-old Ricky Morban, both of New York City for Criminal possession of a controlled substance. Oneonta Police observed a vehicle matching the description of a vehicle reported by State Police, as almost striking a Highway Department worker in another jurisdiction. Oneonta police stopped the vehicle and discovered 37 bags of heroin, Xanax & $2370. Diaz & Morban were being held in the City of Oneonta Police Department until arraignment in the City of Oneonta Court.
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Retiring congressman Richard Hanna of the 22nd district has not announced his endorsement to replace him in congress, but he did tell reporters that he would not endorse his fellow Republican Claudia Tenney. Hanna & Tenney had a contentious race for the Republican nomination prior to the 2014 re-election of Hanna; Tenney is campaigning for the congressional seat against Democrat Kim Myers and independent candidate Martin Babinec.
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State police announced that a man who passed a stopped Chenango Forks School bus, has turned him self in Late Thursday night. 15-year-old Alex Menard was exiting the bus at about 6:30 last night, when she was almost struck by a black SUV driving on the shoulder of State route 369. The case has been turned over to the Broome County District attorney’s office, the name of the driver & the charges he faces have not yet been announced.
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Oneonta City residents are being urged to boil their water to a rolling boil for about 1 minute before using. City officials reported that at 10:45 this morning, as water main broke near Crestmont Terrace, which leads to decreased water pressure, which also leads to water not being treated against harmful microbes. The boil water order is in effect for at least 48 hours for Oneonta Water users.
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The Chobani-Chamber Walk-Run will be held in the Pharsalia Woods tomorrow. Commerce Chenango President Steve Craig comments:

(Steve Craig 10-7-16)

Registration for the race is available today from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Commerce Chenango offices in Norwich or on Race Day from 8:00 to 9:30 AM; the races begin at 10:00 a.m.
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It’s the final weekend of racing for the season at I-88 Speedway in Afton. Spokesperson Denise page told WCDO News about Saturday’s races

(Denise Page Saturday)

Details are available at I88speedway.com.
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New York State of Health announced that some insurers will be offering health and dental plans to individuals and small business owners in 2017. Open enrollment for New Yorkers looking for health coverage through Qualified Health Plans begins on November 1st and runs through January 31st, 2017. The number of uninsured New Yorkers has declined by nearly 850,000. The rate of uninsured declined from 10 percent to 5 percent between 2013 and September 2015.
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There are 2 American Red Cross Blood Drives today. In Oneonta, a blood drive will run from 12:00 Noon until 6:00 PM at the Elm Park Methodist Church at 401 Chestnut Street & in Norwich from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM at the Broad Street Methodist Church at 74 North Broad Street. Appointments can be made by downloading the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS. All blood types are needed.

WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-5-16

wcdonews — Wed, 05 Oct 2016 19:03:58 +0000

The Board of Directors of the State Environmental Facilities Corporation has approved $497.5 million in grants and interest-free and low-cost loans to support wastewater and drinking water infrastructure projects. Locally, The Town of Oneonta will receive $5.1 million to finance the creation of the Town of Oneonta Southside Water District Number 5, to serve residences currently on private wells and consolidate several existing small, privately owned water systems. The Town of Oneonta will also get a $2.8 million interest-free loan to finance the costs associated with the creation the Town of Oneonta Southside Water District Number6, to consolidate and serve several small, privately-owned public water systems, 23 that are currently on insufficient private wells.
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Strengthening opportunities for business success is the goal of a business training series to be offered in November at the Delaware County eCenter in Delhi. The training is offered by the Small Business Development Center of SUNY Binghamton, the 20-hour training program will take place on November 3, 10, and 17, each day from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. Program topics will include the basics of owning a business, developing a business plan. The cost of the program is $75. registrations can be taken at 267-4010, extension 105, or mail mcatan@binghamton.edu.
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Incumbent Republican State Senator Fred Akshar and Democratic challenger Sharon Ball debated Tuesday at SUNY Broome Community College. Ball is running against Republican incumbent Akshar for the 52nd district State Senate Seat that Akshar was elected to last year, to finish out the term of Tom Libous, who was convicted of using his political power to get his son a job, and how died of cancer shortly after the conviction. The district includes Broome and Tioga counties, and portions of Chenango and Delaware counties.
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Unalam president Craig Van Cott and vice president of operations Leif Van Cott will accept a 2016 Forest Stewardship Council Leadership Award tonight in Los Angelos on behalf of the local comapny. The award is presented annually at Greenbuild, which is the world’s largest green building event, the Leadership awards recognize excellence in the use of FSC certified products and commitment to responsible forest management. More information about Unalam’s products and services call 607-369-9341, visit us at www.unalam.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/glulam, or follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/unalam.
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Chobani employees who become new parents will be given 6 weeks of paid time off to spend with their newborn, starting next year, according to Chobani founder Hamdi Ulukaya during a company meeting with employees at the New Berlin plant today. Ulukaya stated that he hopes this becomes a standard benefit at comapnies across the nation.
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The final weekend of racing will be held at i-88 speedway this friday & saturday, it will be the last races for promotors Jamie & Denise Page, who commented about their decision:

(Denise Page 10-5-16)

A full line up of races is available at I-88 Speedway.com.
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State Police have arrested 2 additional men in regards to the shooting incident on September 24th in the Town of Union. 42 year old John Frey of Binghamton was charged with Attempted Assault and 59 year old Peter Gumaer of Harpursville for Criminal Mischief. Frey was arraigned in the Town of Union court and was remanded to the Broome County jail in lieu of $2,000 cash bail or $4,000 property bond. Gumaer was issued a ticket returnable to the Town of Maine court at a later date and released. The investigation is ongoing.
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The Next Sidney Chamber of Commerce meeting will be held this morning. The meeting begins at 7:45 at The Sidney Country Club, members & directors are urged to attend.
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A blood drive will be held in Sidney today from 1:30 to 6:30 PM at Tri-Town Regional Hospital. Appointments can be made by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

WCDO NEWS MONDAY 9-19-16

wcdonews — Mon, 19 Sep 2016 18:43:14 +0000

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 25 year old Leonard Ortiz of Bronx on 71 counts of criminal possession of a forged instrument, 1 count of criminal possession of forgery devices, criminal possession of marijuana, speeding at 86 miles per hour in a 55 miles per hour zone, and aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Deputies allege that Ortiz possessed numerous forged credit cards and checks & equipment to produce forged instruments, following a vehicle search on State Highway 17 in Hancock. Deputies seized 8 ounces of marijuana, packaging envelopes & scales used to weigh and package the marijuana. Ortiz was arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $50,000 bail or $100,000 bond.
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State Police Arrested 24 Year old Joshua Bowman of Chenango Forks, for criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation and harassment, after troopers responded to a report of a dispute in the Town of Greene. Bowman allegedly choked & punched an unidentified male victim in the head, he was arraigned in the Village of Greene court and was remanded to the Chenango County jail on $1,000 cash bail or $2,000 property bond pending court action in the Town of Greene on September 22nd.
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Oneonta Police Department arrested 26 Year old Nicholas McDonald of Oneonta on multiple counts of 2nd degree Burglary, 3rd & 4th degree Grand Larceny, Petty larceny, & Criminal mischief. The arrest followed the investigation into a rash of burglaries and larcenies in the center city area of Oneonta over the past several weeks. This investigation is still open and ongoing.
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State Police arrested 33-year-old Donald Rowe of Port Crane for 3rd degree assault, criminal mischief and unlawful possession of marijuana. Troopers were advised of a dispute in a moving car on Hancock Road in the Town of Colesville, Rowe is accused of punching a female passenger while driving, causing an injury & for allegedly taking her cell phone, & forcing her to leave the vehicle, he then drove away. Rowe was located in the Town of Fenton; he was arraigned in Town of Sanford court where an order of protection was placed against him. He was released without bail required and his next court date in the Town of Colesville today.
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Due to last night’s rain out, and other scheduled events around the region, I-88 speedway has cancelled races for the coming weekend. Track Spokesperson Denise Page explains:

(Denise Page 9-19-16)

Page said that the last weekend of racing at I-88 speedway will be the Short Track Super Nationals on Friday & Saturday October 7th & 8th,
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Oneonta Police arrested 23-year-old Joshua Johnston of Oneonta Friday for 2nd degree robbery & 3rd degree assault, for allegedly robbing and injuring a 66-year-old woman on River Street Thursday afternoon. The unidentified victim suffered a broken arm, Johnston faces action in Oneonta City Court shortly on the new charges, plus charges relating to allegedly stealing items from parked vehicles in the city recently.
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Delaware County Public Health will be holding a free Car Seat Safety Event today at Little Lambs Children’s Center 383 Delaware County Hwy 11 Oneonta, from 3:00 to 5:30PM. 75% of children are riding in car seat that are not properly installed or do not fit correctly. Car seats which do not meet the Federal Motor Safety Standard may be replaced. Parents are encouraged to bring their children to the event and expectant parents are welcome as well. More information is available at Delaware County Public Health at 832-5200.
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The Binghamton Senators announced that single game tickets for the team’s 2016-17 regular season home games will go on sale Monday, September 19th at 10:00 AM at the B-Sens Executive Offices, the Arena Box Office, and all Ticketmaster outlets. Binghamton will play 37 regular season games at Floyd L. Maines Veterans Memorial Arena in addition to a home preseason game against the Rochester Americans on Saturday, October 8, starting at 7:05 p.m. The B-Sens’ home opener is scheduled for Saturday, October 15, against the Hershey Bears at 7:05 p.m.
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Tickets for the show “STOMP” go on sale this morning at 10:00 AM, for the 2 Binghamton Performances on October 26th & 27. Tickets for STOMP will be at the Arena Box Office and Ticketmaster 800-745-3000, for more information visit our website: BroadwayinBinghamton.com
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The town of Bainbridge will be closing Gifford Road from the Amphenol plant to County Route 39 for paving today. Motorists are encouraged to use a different route during the paving process.
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 8-23-16

wcdonews — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 18:27:29 +0000

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office & the Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a search warrant Monday in Binghamton, where investigators seized 133 envelopes of heroin packaged for sale, plus powdered heroind, packaging materials, $600 cash & a vehicle. 28 year old Amber Westmoreland of Binghamton, was charged with 5 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, she was being held by Binghamton Police Department arraignment in City Court.
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At the request of Governor Cuomo, the New York State Department of Public Service today announced that it is investigating the disruption to landline and wireless phone service in Central New York Monday Afternoon into this morning. Landline and wireless service is affected in Madison, Chenango, Cortland and Otsego Counties, impacting more than 1,500 customers of several telecommunication companies, including Verizon, Frontier Communications and Windstream Communications. The outage was caused by damage to an underground Verizon-owned fiber cable in the Town of Stockbridge, Madison County. Repair and service restoration is taking additional time due to the location of the fiber optic cable along the roadway. There are no reported impacts to the County Emergency Communications Centers and no requests for assistance.
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Today is the deadline to sign up kids to participate in football & baseball skills competitions to be held at the State fairgrounds in Syracuse next week. Terry Potter of Millenia Entertainment co-sponsors the event:

(Terry Potter 8-23-16)

Again, the website to sign up today is 4 skill ny.com.
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Tonight will be an extra night of racing at I-88 Speedway in Afton for the 4th annual Earl Halaquist Memorial. Track spokesperson Denise Page describes tonight’s racing:

(Denise Page 8-23-16)

Admission tonight at $16 for adults, ages 9 to 14 for $8, children 8 & under are free. I-88speedway.com
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Chenango County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested a Syracuse man on an active Bench Warrant issued the Chenango County Court. Deputies with the assistance of State Police arrested Thomas Mulverhill on a bench warrant issued by Chenango County Court for failure to comply with conditions of release on prior Burglary and grand larceny charges. Mulverhill was arrested without incident and to be held at the Chenango County Correctional Facility until a later court date.
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A Steuben County resident was arrested for criminal possession of a controlled substance by Chenango County Sheriff’s department. 24 year old Dominick Lepera was charged following a complaint the County Corrections department when Lepera was found with an unknown substance while being booked into the correctional facility. The substance was identified as Methamphetamines, Lepera was processed and issued an appearance ticket to appear in the Town of Norwich Court at a later date.

Several area companies responded to a fully involved garage fire at 129 King Road, in the town of Greene last night. Firefighters from Brisben, with Mutual Aid from Greene, Oxford, & Smithville. Neighbors witnessed flames & heard explosions, No injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire is still under investigation.
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The city of Oneonta will be blanket-patching portions of Market Street to James Georgeson Avenue today & tomorrow. There will be no on street parking within the work zone & all vehicles must be removed by 6:00 AM each day, or face towing & towing charges. More information is available at 432-2100.
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Otsego County Public Health will hold a Child Safety Seat check today in Oneonta. Certified technicians will be available from 4:00 to 6:00 PM to provide hands on instruction on how to properly install child safety seats, at the Home Depot on State Route 28. More information is available at 547-4230.
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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 8-22-16

wcdonews — Mon, 22 Aug 2016 19:19:17 +0000

A Broome County Grand Jury indicted 22 year old Drew Townsend of Endwell for Attempted Murder, for allegedly attempting to beat & choke a 43 year old woman to death. Townsend was indicted on charges of Assault, Strangulation, and Criminal Contempt. Townsend is being held in the Broome County Jail without bail.
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State Police responded last night to a 1-vehicle rollover crash on Delaware County route 21 in the town of Franklin. the crash happened at approximately 9:35 last night, the unidentified 18 year old driver of the truck apparently swerved to the opposing lane over-corrected, hit A ditch & overturned, landing the vehicle back on the road in its roof. all 3 unidentified occupants were taken to Fox Hospital in Oneonta
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Former Binghamton Mets Heath Bell and Nelson Figueroa will be in attendance for their induction into Binghamton’s Baseball Shrine in a pregame ceremony on Friday, September 2. The two pitchers will join former B-Mets general manager RC Reuteman to comprise the Class of 2016 for the prestigious Shrine. Figueroa is currently a Pre & Post game Analyst for SNY in New York City, Bell was a top closer in the Majors for several years, Reutteman died last year.
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Delaware County Deputies investigated a one car property damage auto accident Sunday on State Hwy 17 in the Town of Hancock. Deputies arrested 39 year old Daniel Sulima of Hancock for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor vehicle & leaving the scene of a property damage accident. He was arraigned in the Village of Hancock Court and remained to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $2,500 cash bail or $5,000 dollar bond, pending action tonight at 6:00 PM in the Town of Hancock..
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Governor Cuomo announced the designation of 12 new Brownfield Opportunity Areas in communities across the state, to help participants develop strategies to revitalize neighborhoods affected by dormant and blighted properties. Projects in these areas will be given priority status for grants and the project developers may access additional Brownfield Cleanup Program tax credit incentives. 2 Brownfields in Binghamton were designated, the 1st Ward Brownfield Area consists of 506 acres, located between the Chenango River and the I-86 corridor, the 2nd Brownfield area encompasses 407 acres & is located in the area of Henry Street, the Brandywine Highway, Bevier Street & the Chenango River.
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I-88 Speedway will have a special nigth of racing Tuesday night in Afton, with the “Earl Halaquist Memorial” Track spokesperson Denise Page comments:

(Denise Page 8-22-16)

Racing will begin Tuesday Night at I-88 Speedway in Afton at 7:00 PM.
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The Chenango Arts Council has announced their season of events, from October right through next May. Council Spokesperson Alecia O’Neill told WCDO News that it starts with a recreation of the legendary “Rat Pack” at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich:

(Alecia O’Neill 8-22-16)

Tickets for the October 15th season opener & all other events are available at chenangoarts.org or at 336-ARTS.
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Governor Cuomo signed legislation that will make it easier for families of homicide victims to get help from New York State to bury their loved ones. Under current law, only an individual who paid or incurred the burial expenses can be eligible for reimbursement from the State Office of Victim Services. The new bill allows funeral home businesses to pay for burial costs on behalf of a family and then recover those expenses from the Office of Victim Services. The OVS can provide up to $6,000 for burial expenses.
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2 Oneonta residents were arrested Thursday as Oneonta police confiscated 78 bags of heroin. Oneonta Police served a search warrant with assistance from State Police at 1A Orchard Street in Oneonta. Police arrested 54 year old Laura Pepper and 45 year old Mathew Hill on drug charges, both were held at the City of Oneonta Police Department pending arraignment in the City of Oneonta Court.
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The Oneonta Department of Public Service will continue flushing water mains on the low service in the downtown region this week. Flushing will occur between 11:00 PM & 5:30 AM today through Thursday. Water users may notice low pressure or a change in water color, more information is available at 432-2100.
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Oneonta City Officials announced that 2 committees would meet at City Hall today. At 4:00 PM, the Operations, Planning & Evaluations committee will meet, at 5:00 PM, the Finance & Human Resources committee will meet, and both meetings will be held in the Common Council Chambers.
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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 8-12-16

wcdonews — Fri, 12 Aug 2016 18:52:14 +0000

Governor Cuomo today directed state agencies to take immediate steps to lower electricity usage, due to the persistent high temperatures and humidity today and through the weekend. All state agencies have been directed to immediately lower energy usage by turning off lights, raising air conditioning temperatures, closing window shades, and powering down unused computers, printers and other electrical devices; other regions.
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Broome County District Attorney Steve Cornwell announced the arrest & arraignment for 2nd degree manslaughter charges against Jennifer and Charles Burks of Endicott for allegedly recklessly causing the death of their 5-year-old son through an opioid overdose. The case is scheduled to go to a grand jury next week.
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The Binghamton Senators announced that the club will host its annual Open House at the Floyd Maines Veterans Memorial Arena this Saturday, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Fans can get guided tours around the arena, through the locker room, video room, and skybox suites, participate in free activities to win various B-Sens prizes. The B-Sens will also host their annual equipment and merchandise sale throughout the day. The Binghamton Senators Home Opener will be on Saturday, October 15th. more information on tickets is available at binghamtonsenators.com or 607-722-SENS.
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The Northeast Classic Car Museum is once again raffling off a Classic 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible. Tickets for the drawing must be purchased or Postmarked by September 30th, The Drawing will be on October 7th.
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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will be moving into their new offices at 85 Main Street in Sidney on September 1st. Chamber Vice President Teri Schunk said that ceremonies & an open house would be schedule in September:

(Teri Schunk 8-12-16)

The Chamber will be moving out of their Sidney Civic Center office due to the recently announced sale of the structure, the move will allow the chamber better visibility in the downtown business district.
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Farmers in Otsego & Schoharie Counties will participate in Family Farm day this Saturday. Participants will be able to visit working farms; talk to the farmers about their operations, & sample farm fresh produce. The event will run from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at participating farms, a list of farms participating in the program is available at familyfarmday.org.
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I-88 Speedway in Afton will give kids and adults a chance to see what it’s like to ride in a race car or race truck, with a special event at the Afton facility today. I-88 Spokesperson Denise Page comments:

(Denise Page 8-12-16)

Page said that it is strongly encouraged that those who want to participate in the “Kiddie Ride Night” by 5:30 PM today.
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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 8-11-16

wcdonews — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 19:17:25 +0000

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 20 year Justin Mattice of Delhi early this morning on charges of felony aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, aggravated driving with a blood alcohol content of .18% or greater, felony DWI, criminal possession of a controlled substance following a civilian report of a possible domestic dispute in progress on Warner Hill Road in the Town of Meredith. Mattice was arraigned at Kortright Town Court; he was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $2,000 bail.
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Friday will be the fundraising Golf Tournament to benefit the Chenango Toys for Tots Program, Terry Potter of Millennia Entertainment explains:

(Terry Potter 8-11-16)

The tournament will be held at Canasawacta country club in Norwich beginning at 9:00 AM.
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State Police at Sidney arrested 22-year-old Christopher Brissette of Unadilla for felony of criminal possession of stolen property. The arrest occurred after a report of the theft of power tools in July from a residential garage in the Town of Unadilla. Brissette is accused of possessing a wood splitter valued at about $2,000 in the Town of Columbus. He was issued a ticket returnable to the Town of Columbus court on August 16th.
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Governor Cuomo has signed legislation designed to help incapacitated people at the end of their lives. “Peter Falk’s Law,” requires all people entitled to notice of a person’s death, funeral and burial arrangements to be identified in court orders appointing a guardian to oversee the person’s care. In some circumstances under the current law, legally-appointed guardians have failed to notify family members or close friends of the person when they become sick, are admitted to the hospital, or pass away, the new law will help ensure legal guardians will no longer be able to improperly isolate an incapacitated person at the end of their lives. The famous actor’s daughter had alleged the actor’s second wife obtained conservatorship of him and blocked all contact with other family members at the end of his life.
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20-year-old Kobe Hanns of Conklin was sentenced to eight months in jail in Broome County Court Wednesday. State police say Hanns fatally shot & killed his sister’s dog for urinating inside the family house. Hanns was found guilty of aggravated cruelty to animals and criminal mischief after a trial in June.
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State Police at Oneonta arrested 21-year-old Akil Wright of Laurens for the felony criminal mischief and 21-year-old Shaquilla Parker of Laurens for menacing, after troopers responded to a dispute at an apartment on Main Street in Laurens. An investigation determined that after a physical dispute with her boyfriend Parker threatened him with a knife. Also, he damaged over $250 of their property. Wright and Parker were arraigned at the Town of Laurens court and were release without bail required. Their next court dates are pending.
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I-88 Speedway in Afton will give kids and adults a chance to see what it’s like to ride in a race car or race truck, with a special event at the Afton facility Friday. I-88 Spokesperson Denise Page comments:

(Denise Page 8-11-16)

Page said that it is strongly encouraged that those who want to participate in the “Kiddie Ride Night” by 5:30 PM.
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A fundraiser will be held this Sunday in Sidney for the family of 31-year-old Shayne Charles, who was fatally injured in an explosion & house fire in Masonville July 13th. The fundraiser will be at the Moose Lodge in Sidney from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM to help pay for medical and funeral expenses and establish a trust fund for Charles daughter. Charles was severely burned when he tried to ignite a propane hot water heater at his mother’s house on State route 206, he was transported to the burn unit at Upstate Medical University Hospital in Syracuse, he died there 10 days later. . Donations may be sent to Shayne Charles Benefit, P.O. Box 123, Masonville, New York 13804. Checks should be payable to “Shayne Charles Benefit”
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-26-16

wcdonews — Tue, 26 Jul 2016 18:58:59 +0000

A man injured in the July 13th house explosion & fire in Masonville, has died from the injuries sustained in that explosion. 31 year old Shayne Charles died Saturday at Upstate medical center’s burn unit, calling hours will be held at C.H. Landers funeral home in Sidney Thursday from from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Funeral Services will be held Friday at 11:00 AM at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel.
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The Sidney Arts & Music festival will be held this Saturday in Downtown Sidney. Sidney Chamber President Stephanie Taylor comments:

(STEPH TAYLOR 7-26-16)

WCDO will be broadcasting live during the Cruise in Portion of the Arts & Music Festival Saturday.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the report of a domestic dispute in Andes Monday. 21 year old Joel Maldonado of Lydenhurst, New Jersey & 21 year old Preston Reed of Andes fell through a plate glass window during the altercation, Maldonado sustained a head laceration, he was taken to O’Connor Hospital in Delhi, where he was treated and released. Deputies determined that 2 small children were in close proximity to the altercation, Maldonado was charged with 2 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child and Criminal Mischief, he was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $1,000 dollars cash bail, Reed was charged with 2 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child.
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On Monday, July 25, 2016 Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 28-year-old John Mahler on a Parole Warrant issued by the State Division of Parole. Mahler was convicted in 2013 of committing burglaries in the Village of Walton; he was paroled in March, & was subject to Post Release Supervision until March 2019. Mahler is being held in the Delaware County Correctional Facility pending further action by the Division of Parole.
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A 2nd Sidney Rotary Club Grant has been awarded for local efforts in combating the Heroin crisis locally. The Recovery Coach Training Grant will allow for up to 25 people to be trained to assist those recovering from addiction, according to spokesperson Lorraine Keckeisen:

(Lorraine Keckeisen 7-26-16)

Keckeisen said that the efforts to create a coalition for the tri town area has been successful, the coalition will be called “the TRI-TOWN COALITION ON SUBSTANCE ABUSE”. Also, plans are being formulated to schedule Narcan Training with Joseph Filippone of Catholic Charities at the Tri-Town Regional Hospital in Sidney in the fall.
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I-88 Speedway will have a special feature with the “Crazy 8’s Special” on Wednesday at the track in Afton. I-88 Speedway spokesperson Denise Page explains:

(DENISE PAIGE 7-26-16)

A follow to Wednesday’s racing will be held in October at I-88 Speedway.
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The State Labor Department released the unemployment rates for southern tier area counties today. Chenango county registered 4.5% unemployment, Delaware County had an even 5%, Otsego county registered a 4.3 % for teh Month of June. The state wide unemployment rate for June was at 4.7% for the 2nd straight month.
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Governor Cuomo announced the arrests of 5 people for illegally selling synthetic marijuana at stores in Syracuse and Binghamton. State Police seized more than 100 packets of suspected synthetic marijuana, the State Health Commissioner is issuing orders to immediately close the establishments found to be selling these illegal substances. In Binghamton Troopers arrested 62-year old Vijaykumar Hathi and 64-year old Deepa Hathi, owners of Friend’s Grocery at 46 Court Street in Binghamton. Both were charged with sale of synthetic drugs, & possessing of synthetic Marijuana.
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FEMA released updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps for Otsego County for public comment. The maps and the associated Flood Insurance Study report will serve as the basis for floodplain management measures, flood insurance rates, and insurance purchase requirements& will help property owners make decisions about how to protect homes against future flood risk. FEMA and & the DEC will host a Flood Risk Open House meeting today from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at the Meadows Office Building, in Cooperstown.
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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will host the next 4-Chamber mixer to be held today at Highway 7 Bar & Grill in Bainbridge. The meeting will begin at 6 :00, members of the Sidney, Bainbridge, Afton & Unadilla chambers are urged to attend.
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 6-21-16

wcdonews — Tue, 21 Jun 2016 19:23:22 +0000

Sidney village police Arrested 31 Year old for felony assault, & 2 counts of criminal mischief & attempted criminal mischief early Sunday morning. Thomas Walters Jr. is accused of assaulting his father & His wife during a domestic dispute. Walters also tried to kick out the police car window. Walters was intoxicated & was remanded to the Delaware county jail on $10,000 cash bail pending future court action.
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State Police arrested 25-year-old August Marcy of Frankfort, for DWI & other traffic violations, following the report of a crash on State Route 80 in the Town of Sherburne. Marcy is accused of driving while intoxicated when he drifted off the roadway and struck 3 street signs and a tree, Marcy was issued tickets returnable in the Town of Sherburne Court on July 7th.
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Oneonta Police responded to a 3-car accident Monday morning on I-88 at about 8:30 AM. Police reported that 43 year old Jason Gillis of Brunswick Hills Ohio was distracted by the GPS App on his cell phone, and ran into the back of the car being driven by 22 year old Erin Yelich of Oneonta, which forced her car to spin and hit the guard rail. Yelich was taken to Fox Hospital with minor injuries. A 3rd vehicle was being operated by 47 year old Joseph Dent of Oneonta, who was driving behind Yelich’s car and tried unsuccessfully to maneuver around it., causing Dent’s vehicle to flip onto the driver’s side. Gillis was ticketed for use of an electronic device and following too closely. Dent was also ticketed for following too closely.
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Testimony began today in Broome County Court in the murder trial of Andre Lee of Binghamton. Lee was arrested for 2nd-degree murder for the shooting death of 19-year-old Scott Wright following a fight at a party at Town & Country Apartments on July 4th 2014, Wright died 3 days later.
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Sidney Village police arrested 36-year-old Sidney man for assault, harassment, & endangering welfare the child. Eddie Ocasio is accused of assaulting a Sidney resident after accusing the resident’s wife of stealing his marijuana. Ocasio was released in his own recognizance & will appear in Sidney Court at a later date.
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The State Department of Labor released the preliminary local area unemployment report for the month of May, the State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased over the month, from 4.9% to 4.7% in May, Locally, Chenango county’s rate was at 4.5%, Delaware County at 4.9% and Otsego county’s rate was 4%.
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Governor Cuomo announced that 22 upstate counties and 3 municipalities are receiving $30.2 million in license fees paid by newly licensed destination resort casinos. The county payouts are one portion of the $151 million in commercial casino license fees that are being distributed using the same formula for casino gaming revenue laid out in the Upstate New York Gaming and Economic Development Act of 2013. Local counties receiving money will be Delaware County, with $241,536 and Broome County $2,360,583. The remaining $40 million is being distributed to public schools statewide as part of the state’s education formula.

The State Department of Health announced a public meeting on the issuance of New York City’s Filtration Avoidance determination. Locally a meeting will be held this evening at the Senator Charles Cook County Office Building in Delhi from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
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The Delaware county department of public works will be replacing culverts on County Route 20 in the town of Masonville. The work will be performed between 8:00 to 3:00 PM on Today, Wednesday & Thursday & the road will be reopened to traffic each afternoon at 3:00 PM. More information is available at 832-5800.
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I-88 Speedway will hold a special night of Tuesday Night racing tonight. Track Spokesperson Denise Page explains:

(Denise Paige 6-21-16)

More information about tonight’s racing and the full schedule this year is available at I88Speedway.com
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The Oneonta Common Council will hold their next regular meeting tonight. The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM in the Common Council Chambers at City Hall.
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The City Of Oneonta Department of Public Service will be flushing Water Mains on the Intermediate Service today through Friday. Affected areas are East Street above Hazel Street, Wilber Park Apartments, and the top of Draper Street, & North 5th, 6th, & 7th Streets, East Center Street Youngman Avenue & Park Street. More information is available at 432-2100.

WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 6-17-16

wcdonews — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 18:56:39 +0000

The Delaware County Fair has a few tickets available for a variety of events planned this year in Walton. Fair Officials John Jackson commented about ticket availability for this year’s attractions:

(John Jackson 6-17-16)

The Delaware County Fair will be held on August 15th through the 20th, wrapping up with the Frankie Ballard Concert on Saturday august 20th, tickets are available at Hodge’s Power Equipment on Liberty Street in Walton or at Delaware county fair.Org.
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State Police arrested 30-year-old Kurtis Breed of Oneonta, for 2nd degree Reckless Endangerment, following the report of an incident in the parking lot of the Price Chopper on State Route 7 in the Town of Oneonta on June 5th. Breed allegedly drove his vehicle recklessly at another motorist and veered at the last second and then drove away, he was arraigned in the Town of Oneonta court and was released without bail required. An order of protection was issued, pending future court action.
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State Police arrested 48-year-old Chauncey Couse of Davenport for criminal possession of a controlled substance, criminal possession of a weapon 4th degree and other traffic violations. The arrest occurred after a traffic stop for Couse talking on his cell phone while driving on Main Street in the Town of Oneonta, police accused Couse of possessing 12 grams of heroin and a Billy club in his vehicle, he faces court action returnable to the town of Oneonta on June 29th.
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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Department arrested a City of Norwich resident on an active arrest warrant for Criminal Mischief. 50-year-old Brian Doeberl was charged following an investigation into allegations that he intentionally damaged county property while being incarcerated in the Chenango County Correctional Facility. Doeberl was arraigned in the Town of Norwich court and released on his own recognizance; he will reappear in the Town of Norwich Court at a later date.
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The Broome County Sheriff’s Department arrested 47-year-old Gina Criscitello of Binghamton for DWI, Driving while ability impaired by Drugs among other charges, in the Town of Chenango Thursday night. Criscitello was transported to the Broome County Sheriff’s Office for further evaluation by a Drug Recognition Expert. Criscitello was released she will be arraigned in the Town of Chenango Court at a later date.
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A Broome County Grand Jury handed up a 9-count indictment of 50-year-old James Starnes of Binghamton for Felony Predatory Sex Against a Child. Starnes faces a number of charges relating to performing illegal sexual acts with a Child,
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State Lawmakers are wrapping up session & passing a flurry of bills. Area Assemblyman Cliff Crouch commented on the Heroin & Opioid agreement that was reached:

(Crouch 6-17-16)

Lawmakers will continue today to act on left over legislation, and try to wrap up the 2016 session in Albany.
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I-88 Speedway will begin the Fast Cash Summer series starting tonight at the Afton Fairgrounds. Track Spokesperson Denise Page explains:

(Denise Page 6-17-16)

Page said that there would also be a special night of racing Tuesday night with Hot Laps at 6:45 and racing at 7:00 PM. More information is available at I88speedway.com.
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The Chenango County Dairy Day will be held this Saturday in Norwich. The event is coordinated each year by a committee of area dairy farmers, Cornell Cooperative Extension, Chenango County Farm Bureau members, USDA employees, and local Chenango County businesses. The event will be held at the Chenango County Fairgrounds, following a parade in the City of Norwich leading to the Fairgrounds.
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The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce & the Greater Oneonta Historical Society will introduce the self-guided walking tour of Main Street in Oneonta this Sunday at 2:00 PM. The self-guided walking tour is in the format of an app for mobile devices, it was constructed by Sweet Home Productions; it will be accompanied by a print version, which will be downloaded at www.OneontaHistory.org. At the launch, visitors will view a version of the app, and then be able to download it for free and try it out on the street. Refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the public. The History Center will be open on June 19 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. For more information, contact 607-432-0960 or info@OneontaHistory.org.

WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 10-9-15

wcdonews — Fri, 09 Oct 2015 18:56:22 +0000

Delaware County Sheriff’s Office & Sidney Village Police arrested 38-year-old Richard Swislosky of Sidney following a sting operation and the execution of a search warrant on a vehicle in the Village Sidney Thursday. Swislosky was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, & 9 counts of Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument, he is accused of possessing heroin with intent to sell, & of possessing 9 counterfeited $20 bills. Investigators seized heroin, a color printer/copier & Swislosky’s vehicle; he was arraigned in the Village of Sidney Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail pending further court action.
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Area assemblyman Pete Lopez announced that he would seek the Republican nomination for the 19th congressional district seat. Current Congressman Chris Gibson announced that he would not seek re-election in 2016, for that congressional seat, and will pursue other interests. Lopez will face a challenge from former Assemblyman John Faso for the Republican nomination.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles website has won the 2015 Pinnacle Award from the National Association of Government Web Professionals. The DMV won in the state and non-governmental organization category, and also picked up a Members’ Choice distinction. Available services include ordering replacement driver licenses, renewing registrations on mobile devices, signing up to receive license and registration renewal reminders via email and text, and carrying out more than 35 other transactions. Customers completed more than 5.5 million transactions on the website last year.

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This will be the last weekend of the year for Action at I-88 Speedway in Afton. Track spokesperson Denise Page explains:

(Denise Page 10-9-15)

Races will begin both Friday & Saturday nights at 7:00 PM; more information is available at I88speedway.com.A
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The Taste of the Catskills Festival will be held this Saturday and Sunday, at the Maple Shade Farm in Delhi. The Festival will include food from local farms, restaurants & Micro-Breweries & Live music. On Sunday, Catskill Mountainkeeper will screen their documentary “Catskill Park,” More information & ticket purchases can be accessed at TasteoftheCatskills.com.
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The B-Sens open their regular season Saturday, when they host the Albany Devils at 7:05 PM. Binghamton Senators Team president Tom Mitchell expects a good season this year:

(Tom Mitchell 10-9-15)

Tickets are available by calling the Binghamton Senators at 722-7367, or at the Arena Box Office and Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.
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The Deposit Chamber of Commerce will host a special day for area children Sunday. Children can enjoy Free Cotton Candy, pumpkin face painting, a Jump House, a Zoo Mobile, a Free Bike giveaway, as well as vendors and Music from 12:00 noon to 5:00 PM on Front Street in Deposit.
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The Bainbridge Rotary club will hold their 3rd annual Fall Festival Saturday at General Clinton Park. Rotary Spokesperson Doddy Crissell explains:

(Doddy Crissell 10-9-15)

The event will run from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Saturday.

WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 9-25-15

wcdonews — Fri, 25 Sep 2015 19:06:20 +0000

Governor Cuomo’s job approval rating ticked up slightly from July, up to 50%, according to a poll by the Siena Research Institute Thursday. 42% view Governor Cuomo unfavorably.
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Oneonta officials announced that more tests are being conducted today on their water distribution system. Hydrant flow test & pipe condition tests will be conducted at numerous locations around the city; more information is available at 432-2100.
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The “Glow with the Flow benefit” walk/run will be held at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge Saturday night, to benefit Ken Long, of Binghamton, who is suffering from cancer & facing large medical expenses. Heather Bucalos is a Bainbridge native & is in remission from cancer herself, she is putting on this event:

(Heather Bucalos 9-25-15)

More details are available on the Glow with the Flow facebook page.
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The Chenango county historical society will unveil an agricultural education center in Norwich later this month, with the centerpiece being an 1800’s Oxford barn. Society Board of Directors President Joyce Zummo explains:

(Joyce Zummo 9-25-15)

The Loomis Barn was moved to the Norwich location following approval by the board and fundraising efforts, the grand opening & ribbon cutting would be tomorrow from 11:00 to 4:00 PM at 45 Rexford Street in Norwich.
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Tri Town Regional Hospital will host a Health Fair tomorrow, with a variety of representatives on hand, spokesperson Amy Beveridge comments:

(Amy Beveridge 9-22-15)

The event will run from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the parking lot at tri Town Regional Hospital on Pearl Street in Sidney.
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The 13th Annual Sidney Alumni Sports Hall of Fame Induction Dinner & Ceremony will be held this weekend, Spokesman Greg Davie comments:

(Greg Davie 9-22-15)

The Hall of Fame inductees will be honored during & after tonight’s Sidney Football game, and Saturday with a dinner and ceremony at the Elks Lodge in Sidney beginning with the Social Hour at 5:00 PM.
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There will be 2 days of racing tonight & tomorrow at I-88 Speedway in Afton. I-88 Spokesperson Denise Paige explains:

(Denise Paige 9-25-15)

The last 2 days of action at I-88 Speedway will be on Friday October 9th & Saturday October 10th.
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Athelas Therapeutic Riding will be holding its annual Horse Show featuring riders with special needs. The event will be held Saturday beginning at 2:00 at 1179 County Highway 5 Briar Creek Road in Otego. More information is available at 723-2321.
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Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Chenango County Habitat for Humanity will be at the 29th Annual Applefest in Greene for the Habitat Skillet Toss, which is a fund raising activity to benefit Habitat for Humanity’s house builds. The event is open to all ages. The First United Methodist Church of Greene sponsors the Applefest; more information is available at fumcgreene.com/applefest.
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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30 year old Kendra McLain of Sherburne Thursday for burglary, grand larceny and forgery. McLain was arrested for unlawfully entering a residence and stealing property from within, for allegedly forging personal checks and receiving money from the vicitm’s bank account. McLain was arraigned in the Town of Sherburne Court and remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $10,000 cash bail.