The United States Attorney’s Office announced that 33 year old Dupray Jordan of Binghamton entered a guilty plea in US District Court for possessing fentanyl and methamphetamine with the intent to sell, possessing a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking, and possessing a firearm and ammunition as a convicted felon, in connection with a warrant executed in November of 2021. Jordan faces up to 20 years in prison, a series of fines, when he is sentenced on May 8, 2024 in Syracuse.

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The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 23-year-old Leroy Williams for unlawful dissemination or publication of an intimate image, a warrant has been issued for Williams’ arrest in the revenge porn case.

The State Court of Appeals ordered new Congressional maps be drawn for the 2024 election, the redistricting decision will ensure that all , district lines should be drawn by the Independent Redistricting Commission, and not by state lawmakers.

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Bassett Healthcare Network will enter the new year with Staci Thompson taking over for Dr. Tommy Ibrahim, she told WCDO News that the recruitment efforts will continue in order to meet the goals of the organization:

(Staci Thompson 12-27-23)

The Bassett Healthcare Network board voted to appoint Thompson, who has been the Network’s executive vice president and chief operating officer, as Dr. Ibrahim’s successor, on an interim basis starting on January 1st.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies were contacted by members of the Broome County Sheriff’s Office December 19th, that they had 59-year-old Eva Witteman in custody. Delaware County Deputies took Witteman into custody and transported her to the Delaware County Correctional Facility where she was arraigned & held without bail, an indictment was unsealed & she is accused of possessing methamphetamine following an investigation of an abandoned vehicle in February, she was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia, she was was released on her own recognizance and directed to appear in court at a later date for these charges.

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A Red Cross Blood drive is scheduled in Cooperstown today from 12:00 to 4:00 PM, at the Otsego County Office of Emergency Services, 140 County Highway 33W. Schedule an appointment by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand discussed a proposal to toughen penalties in the Do Not Call bill to crack down on robocalls, robotexts, and AI scams, as Americans receive 4 billion robocalls every month, many of them from scammers:

(Gillibrand 11-30-23)

Gillibrand said that a lot needs to be learned about the Artificial intelligence phone scams, which can feature Voice cloning, which allows a scammer to mimic or impersonate the voice of an individual’s loved ones in order to steal money or information.

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Bassett Healthcare Network’s board of directors announced that President and CEO, Dr. Tommy Ibrahim, has decided to leave the organization at the end of the year. The Bassett Healthcare Network board has voted to appoint Staci Thompson, who is the Bassett Healthcare Network’s current executive vice president and chief operating officer, as Dr. Ibrahim’s successor, on an interim basis starting on January 1st. Dr. Ibraham talked about his time at Bassett and the programs implemented during & after the pandemic:

(Dr. Ibrahim 11-30-23)

Staci Thompson came to Bassett from Guthrie about 6 months ago, and told WCDO about keeping the momentum going forward:

(Staci Thompson 11-30-23)

Over the coming weeks, Ibrahim and Thompson will work together to ensure a smooth transition.

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State Police reported the arrest of 178 individuals for impaired driving during the Thanksgiving holiday enforcement period. Which resulted in 12,171 tickets issued statewide. State Police reported 765 crashes during this period, with no fatalities. A breakdown of the tickets issued shows that 4,349 were for speeding, 362 for distracted driving, 1,162 for seatbelt violations, and 137 for violations of the Move Over Law.

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A federally housed inmate at the Broome County Correctional Facility is facing 17 felony charges after investigators found fentanyl, PCP and other contraband hidden in his cell. On October 24th, the Corrections Criminal Investigations Unit conducted cell searches, 41 year old Freddie Brown of Baldwinsville was charged with multiple Counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, 11 Counts of Promoting Prison Contraband, Officers seized fentanyl, PCP, synthetic cannabis, & tobacco, Brown was arraigned for the charges in the Town of Dickinson Court earlier this month.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 46 year old Joseph Ogborn of Otego for possessing social media accounts not listed on the sex offender registry. Ogborn is a level 3 sex offender, he was charged with 2 counts of Sex Offender Failure to Register, he was located today by investigators and parole officers and taken in to custody, bail was recommended by the Otsego County District Attorney’s Office at $5,000 cash, $5,000 credit card and $50,000 bond.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 11-30-23

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for Corey Valdez on an outstanding warrant for Criminal Possession of a Weapon, he is described as a white male 5’6″ tall about 175 pounds with black hair & brown eyes, anyone with information on the location of Valdez is asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office at gobroomecounty.com/sheriff/warrants or by calling the tip line at (607) 778-1196. –

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced the relaunch of the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Healthcare Program, with a webinar scheduled for today for chamber members, Chamber President Ray Pucci Explains:

(Ray Pucci 11-27-23)

Pucci said that the webinar is available at 2:00 pm, go to delawarecounty.org & go to the “Join The Chamber” Tab to get the link for the webinar.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce Holly Jolly Day parade & activities will be held this Friday, Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:

(Teri Schunk 11-29-23)

Schunk also said that the Letters to Santa Mailboxes will also be set up again this year, for children who would like to send a letter to Santa, they will be outside the Roasted Coffee on Main Street in Sidney & Bob’s Diner in Bainbridge.

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Chenango Memorial Hospital is closing the long-term care unit located on the hospital’s second floor as of January 31st. CMH will no longer be accepting new residents and, over the next 2 months, they will work closely with our residents and their families to ensure their placement in other long-term care facilities. 19 residents are currently at the facility, and employees of the facility will be transferred to other positions across the Hospital’s departments. The hospital’s board and leadership team are currently exploring options for alternative uses for the second floor of the hospital.

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Bassett Healthcare Network’s board of directors announced that President and CEO, Dr. Tommy Ibrahim, has decided to leave the organization at the end of the year. The Bassett Healthcare Network board has voted to appoint Staci Thompson, who is the Bassett Healthcare Network’s current executive vice president and chief operating officer, as Dr. Ibrahim’s successor, on an interim basis starting on January 1st. Over the coming weeks, Ibrahim and Thompson will work together with the Bassett Healthcare Network board of directors and executive leadership team to ensure a smooth transition of leadership.

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Attorney General Letitia James today announced the takedown of a major drug trafficking ring that was distributing heroin and fentanyl, as well as powder and crack cocaine in Rensselaer, Albany, Saratoga, Schenectady, and Dutchess counties. The takedown resulted in the indictment of 25 individuals charged with 164 crimes and recovered cocaine, heroin laced with fentanyl, which have a street value of approximately $350,000 plus 4 handguns, 2 large capacity ammunition feeding devices, and the seizure of over $50,000 in cash.

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A Lawsuit was filed in Broome County Supreme Court against the Vestal School District where a former Vestal High School student alleges that economics teacher Robert Carr asked her to meet him, he allegedly kissed the victim numerous times, groped her inappropriately and continued to force sexual activity upon her until she moved to the state of Texas and changed her phone number. The lawsuit claims that School Officials did not take any action against Carr after learning of the accusations.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 11-29-23

On Tuesday, Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies assigned to the US Marshal’s Regional Fugitive Task Force arrested 22 year old Nathan Williams Jr. of Endicott, at 68 Thorp Street in the City of Binghamton. Williams was wanted by the Endicott Police Department for Murder in connection with the shooting death of 25-year-old Molique Dawson in Endicott in July. The Metro SWAT Team of the Binghamton Police Department executed the search warrant and Williams was successfully taken into custody after a 5 hour standoff, Williams was transported to the Broome County Sheriff’s Correctional Facility, arraigned at Central Arraignment and is currently being held without bail.

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Congressman Marc Molinaro announced over $3.5 million in federal funding will go to 9 airports for infrastructure improvements. Locally, the Greater Binghamton Edwin Link Field Airport will get about $1,000,000, the Tri-Cities Airport in Endicott: $144,000, the Eaton Airport in Norwich: $144,000, the Sidney Municipal Airport: $144,000 & the Albert Nader Regional Airport in Oneonta: $113,000

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Long time Sidney resident Les Gregory passed away at the age of 100 on Monday, Calling hours will be on Thursday from 5 to 7 pm., at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, 21 Main St., Sidney. Funeral services will be at 11 am. Friday, at the Sidney United Methodist Church, 12 Liberty Street, Burial, with military honors, will follow in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Sidney.

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The Oneonta City School District will hold a capital project public meeting tonight on their $30.4 million dollar project. The meeting will be held at 6:00 PM at the Oneonta High School Auditorium, voting on the project will be in December.

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The Sidney Central School District is continuing with the process of changing the school nickname & mascot, 2 meeting have been set up on September 27th, Sidney Superintendent Eben Bullock explains:

(Eben Bullock 9-14-23)

The district is now seeking members for the community stakeholder group, which will meet 3 times, on September 27, October 18, and November 1. Community members who are interested should RSVP to Nancy Edwards at nedwards@sidneycsd.org, or call 607-561-7700, extension 3.

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State police reported that 82 year old Lorena Mayes of Norwich was killed from a 2-vehicle crash Tuesday afternoon in the town of North Norwich. Police reported that Mayes was operating her vehicle at County Highway 32 and State Highway 12, she pulled out into the path of an SUV traveling north on Route 12. Mayes was transported to Chenango Hospital, but did not survive. A 91-year-old passenger in the Mayes vehicle was taken to Chenango Memorial Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Both occupants of the SUV were taken to Basset Hospital in Cooperstown with non-life-threatening injuries.

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Bassett Healthcare Network, Hartwick College, and SUNY Oneonta gathered on September 13 to inaugurate a groundbreaking workforce development partnership aimed at retaining new graduates in the region and addressing critical workforce shortages across Bassett’s network. Bassett President & CEO Dr. Tommy Ibrahim comments at a Fox Hospital Press Conference Wednesday:

(Dr. Tommy Ibrahim 9-14-23)

Dr. Ibrahim said that Bassett CARES is open to graduates from all disciplines, participants may earn up to $25,000 in loan repayment stipends. SUNY Oneonta and Hartwick College students may also get free or subsidized on-campus housing in the summer for matriculated students who are working for Bassett Healthcare Network during the summer months. SUNY Oneonta also plans to provide bridge housing for recent graduates for the summer directly following their graduation to ease the transition to professional life at Bassett.

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The State Department of Labor announced that the number of private sector jobs in New York State increased over the month by 4,900, to 8,252,700 in August. The State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held constant at 3.9% in August, New York’s labor force participation rate increased to 61.5% in August, highest level since 2013.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 9-14-23

Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies responded Monday to a 911 call of a pedestrian-train accident in the Town of Union. The pedestrian, 33 year old Joey Rosa of Endwell was pronounced dead at the scene. Detectives found that Rosa had been known to frequent the area and was on the tracks as the train approached. The conductor of the train attempted to signal multiple times to get Rosa’s attention, but Rosa did not move off the tracks. The engineer was unable to stop the train, and at Rosa was struck and killed. Investigators have ruled the incident an accident.

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The State Department of Labor released the results of its 2023 Workforce Development Survey, and workers continue to say that flexibility in their job is the number one priority, while attracting new employees and retaining current workers remain the top challenges for businesses. The annual survey started in 2021 as an effort to understand the needs of both workers seeking employment and employers in a post-pandemic economy, with responses from over 2,400 businesses and 8,200 individuals, The report can be found at dol.ny.gov.

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Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation to crack down on telemarketers and safeguard New Yorkers from continuous, unwanted calls. This legislation will help curb calls by nearly doubling the fine for telemarketers violating the Do Not Call Registry. More information is available at donotcall.gov.

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Susquehanna SPCA in Cooperstown is currently at capacity for animals, and they have a fundraising challenge with the Mohawk Valley Gives campaign with a chance to earn bonus funds from the Staffworks Fund Save a Life program. SPCA Executive Director Stacie Haynes explains:

(Stacie Haynes 9-14-23)

Haynes said that the adoption fees are waived starting yesterday through September 30th at their facility in Cooperstown, more information is available at 547-8111

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The Otsego County Health Department, Sheriff’s Office & The Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee will hold a Child car Seat Safety check event today at the AAA office on State Highway 28 in Oneonta. The clinic will run from 2:00 to 5:00 PM, More information is available at 607-547-4230.

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The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a narcotics search warrant at 322 Conklin Avenue last week in Binghamton, officers seized Methamphetamine, prescription drugs, Suboxone, a Handgun, & drug packaging materials. Investigators arrested 36-year-old Kenneth Everling and 33-year-old Jamel Nichols on a variety of Drug & Weapons charges, both face court action.

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The State Court of Appeals Chief Judge Janet DiFiore announced she is stepping down at the end of August after serving for 7 years. Governor Kathy Hochul will nominate a replacement, followed by the State Senate confirmation.

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The Chenango River Theatre’s “One Night Stand Series” will continue tonight at the Theater in Greene, with a performance of “WHITE RABBIT, RED RABBIT”. The play will be performed tonight, July 26 and August 2nd at 7:30 pm, Tickets are $14 each, at chenangorivertheatre.org.

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The Otsego County Fair will be coming to the Fairgrounds in Morris in August, spokesperson Lisa Jones told WCDO News about some of the scheduled events:

(Lisa Jones 7-19-22)

The Otsego County Fair runs from August 2nd to the 7th, more information is available at Otsegocountyfair.org or on their Facebook page.

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Bassett Healthcare Network and Dr. Tommy Ibrahim have mutually agreed to an early contract extension after 2 years at the helm. Ibrahim was named Bassett Healthcare Network’s President and Chief Executive Officer on July 13, 2020, after a nationwide search. Dr. Ibrahim’s Contract was originally scheduled to expire in December 2024, his contract has been extended through the end of 2029.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 7-19-22

State Police arrested 28 year old Tyler Burr of Oneonta after he refused to exit his residence for over 23-hours. Troopers went to a home on Emmons Hill Road in the town of Oneonta Saturday night to interview Burr, for his involvement in a theft from Price Chopper on June 20th, Burr aimed a bow and arrow at the troopers then shot in the direction of the troopers. Burr eventually attempted to flee from the residence Sunday evening and was taken into custody. Burr was charged with 4 counts of Menacing a Police Officer, 3 counts of Criminal Mischief, & 3rd degree Burglary, he was processed & transported to the Otsego County Jail to await arraignment. More charges are possible.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held in Sidney today, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the American Legion Post at 22 Union Street, another Blood Drive will be held in Oneonta from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts & Civic Center, 24 Market Street. To book a time to give, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

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Former Prattsville Town Supervisor Kory O’Hara plead guilty to wire fraud in connection with a grant extended to Prattsville in the wake of Hurricane Irene. As Town Supervisor, O’Hara entered into various grant agreements, O’Hara admitted that he obtained false invoices from Moore’s Homes, purporting to reflect construction work performed on O’Hara’s Service Station, which Moore’s Homes did not perform. O’Hara faces up to 20 years in prison; plus post-imprisonment supervised release of up to 3 years; and a maximum fine of $250,000. He will also be required to pay $24,915 in restitution to the State of New York.

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The State Police BCI Unit seized methamphetamine, illegal firearms and weapons from a home in the town of Union earlier this week. On Sunday, Troopers were dispatched to an argument with “shots fired” on Spring Street. 20 year old Carson Vanco of Endicott, was in possession of an assault rifle, a disguised homemade gun, brass knuckles, plus methamphetamine and components to make methamphetamine. Vanco was charged with 4 counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, manufacturing Methamphetamine, Criminal Possession of a Firearm, Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, he was arraigned & was remanded to the Broome County Jail without bail.

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NYSEG will be raising electric & natural gas rates starting this Sunday, after a rate increase request was approved by the Public Service Commission, who authorized the 3-year rate hike plan in November 2020. NYSEG’s customers will pay more than $43 annually in higher electricity bills, their gas customers will pay about $14.40 more per year.

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Broome County Leaders & the Broome County Health Department are encouraging Broome County residents to help Shed the Meds during Saturday’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. The DEA Take Back Day encourages people to get rid of expired & unwanted prescription medication properly, before they can get into the wrong hands. Residents will be able to dispose of the meds at the Broome County Health Department.

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The Jericho Arts Council Regatta Row display of Adirondack chairs and the new “Story poles” will be on the streets of Downtown Bainbridge for the next several weeks, organizer Rachel Hares explains:

(Rachel Hares 4-27-22)

The chairs & poles will be Auctioned off on Saturday May 28th at General Clinton park during this year’s Canoe Regatta, the money raised will go the Jericho Arts Council to support future exhibits and activities, more information is available at 607-643-2211.

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Fergie Jenkins and Ozzie Smith will be the managers On May 28th at Cooperstown’s Doubleday Field, for the Hall of Fame Classic legends game. The Classic will feature a 8 Hall of Famers, in the 12th edition of the popular seven-inning contest at Doubleday Field. Tickets are on sale by calling at 1-888-325-0470 or at baseballhall.org/hofclassic. Less tickets will be available due to the ongoing renovations at Doubleday Field.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-27-22

State Police responded to a Mercy Flight Helicopter crash in the town of Elba in Genesee County Tuesday afternoon at around 1:00 PM. Mercy Flight Bell 429 helicopter was on a training mission during the time of the collision. Mercy Flight pilot, 60 year old James Sauer of Churchville 60 year old Stewart Dietrick of Prosper, Texas were pronounced deceased at the scene. The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board will be assisting in this investigation. The investigation is continuing into the cause of the accident.

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Dr. William LeCates will leave his position as president and chief operating officer of Bassett Medical Center and northern region executive for Bassett Healthcare Network, His last day will be April 30. LeCates has been a physician for 20 years, LeCates will remain on Bassett’s medical staff and serve as an advisor to Bassett President & CEO Dr. Tommy Ibrahim.

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Otsego Express announced that, with help from Otsego County, public transit will be free for 6 months, starting May 1st. All passengers can board Otsego Express buses without paying a fare, as an alternative to rising gas prices. Otsego County is funding this program with Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act.

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The 4 members of the National Baseball Hall of Fame, Class of 2020 were inducted Today in Cooperstown. Ted Simmons was inducted first, excelling for the Saint Louis Cardinals & Milwaukee Brewers:

(Ted Simmons 9-8-21)

The 2nd player inducted today was Larry Walker, who excelled with the Montreal Expos, Colorado Rockies & St. Louis Cardinals, who is only the 2nd Canadian to be inducted into the baseball Hall of Fame, after Fergie Jenkins:

(Larry Walker 9-8-21)

The 3rd Player inducted today was Derek Jeter of the New York Yankees, who ended his speech with a message to today’s young players:

(Derek Jeter 9-8-21)

Also Inducted today was Major League Baseball Players Association Union Executive Director, the Late Marvin Miller, who led the union from 1966 to 1982. Today’s induction brings the total number of Hall of Famers to 333. The Induction Ceremony will be shown live on the MLB Network or MLB.Com.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of the statewide #VaxtoSchool campaign to support increasing the COVID-19 vaccination rates among school-aged New Yorkers. The Governor announced a new, dedicated website at ny.gov/vaxtoschool with resources and materials for parents and guardians of school-aged New Yorkers and school communities, with information, frequently asked questions for parents and guardians, the State has launched a new Instagram channel, @VaccinateNY, about the COVID-19 vaccine directly.

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The Sidney Police Department arrested 37 year old Jamie Benham following several ongoing criminal investigations in the Village of Sidney. Benham was located on an active arrest warrant and charged with 2nd degree Burglary, plus Conspiracy, Criminal Mischief, Petty Larceny & Criminal trespass, following a larceny investigation, separate from the arrest warrant investigation, Benham was arraigned in Village of Sidney Court where she was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $5,000 cash bail or $10,000 bond.

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Chenango County Public Health released their latest COVID 19 statistics today; they report 95 active cases, with 24 cases vaccinated. They have 181 people in quarantine, 7 are hospitalized, 1 is vaccinated, Chenango County has had 3985 cases with 82 deaths & 3724 recoveries since the pandemic began.

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The Gilbertsville Mount Upton School District held their Open House & opened up their new Bassett Healthcare Network Health Center & on-campus apparel store Last Night. Among those in attendance were retired State Senator Jim Seward, Current State Senator Peter Oberacker, & Bassett Healthcare Network President and CEO Dr. Tommy Ibrahim. The GMU School district returns for classes on Thursday.

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State Police in Troop C announced that they removed 40 impaired drivers from local roadways in the month of August. Troop C encompasses Broome, Chenango, Cortland, Delaware, Otsego, Tioga and Tompkins Counties.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 9-8-21

NAC Entertainment announced the return of their “Test Drive Your Seat” event at the Forum Theater in Binghamton today & tomorrow from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM each day, Spokesperson Tina Niles explains:

(Tina Niles 9-8-21)

More information about the line-up of shows can be located at nacentertainment.com/broadway-in-Binghamton or 772-1391.

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Former area Congressional candidate and army veteran Kyle Van De Water has been found dead by Poughkeepsie police, the 41-year-old was found in a Poughkeepsie Cemetery. Van De Water lost to Congressman Antonio Delgado in the 2020 election in the 19th Congressional District last year, the investigation is ongoing.

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Governor Cuomo announced that he has is deploying a SWAT team to SUNY ONEONTA to contain their COVID-19 Cluster. The state team is sending 71 Contact Tracers and 8 Case Investigators to Oneonta & the State Will Open 3 Free Rapid Testing Sites in Oneonta with Results in 15 Minutes, the site Locations are being set up today & the sites will also be open to all city residents by appointment.

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Hartwick College determined Sunday that 1 student has tested positive for COVID-19, the first confirmed case of COVID-19 on the Hartwick campus. The student is isolating at home. The Department of Health is responsible for contact tracing and will notify individuals with whom the student may have had contact. Hartwick College officials announced that no one is allowed on the College Private Property except enrolled students, delivery people & Hartwick Employees. Remote learners are not permitted to enter the campus.

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Otsego County Department of Health continues to investigate a large outbreak at SUNY Oneonta, on Sunday, 38 lab confirmed cases were reported in SUNY students. Currently there is 94 lab confirmed cases and 34 suspect cases in SUNY Oneonta students and 6 cases in high school students. Anyone who suspects they may have been in contact with a confirmed case of coronavirus should quarantine at home & contact the local health department. Currently, Otsego County has 219 total confirmed cases, 103 are active, & no one is hospitalized

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Chenango county Public Health announced a slight increase in COVID 19 cases since Friday; they are up to 227 total cases, with 3 Active Cases, 71 Quarantines, 2 Active Hospitalizations, 204 Recoveries, 7 deaths and a Total of 22687 Tests Performed.

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Bassett Hospital President & CEO Dr. Tommy Ibrahim has announced his first appointments to a new network leadership team, who will work in various capacities to propel the network toward full integration and position Bassett as a national player in health care delivery. Jeff Joyner has been appointed as Senior Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, he has served as president of A.O. Fox Hospital since 2015, he will serve as the responsible executive for network hospital operations, system support services, and all integration efforts & he will still continue to have oversight of the A.O. Fox Hospital campuses with his new position, in addition to all other network hospitals.

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Governor Cuomo and New York labor leaders today called on Congress to provide $59 billion to address catastrophic budget shortfalls that impact the jobs and livelihoods of thousands of workers in the state. The governor and labor leaders sent a letter to federal representatives enumerating the critical infrastructure projects that would be impacted without federal funding and the hospitals, schools and institutions that would be supported by it. The governor and labor leaders also called on Congress to repeal the tax change that eliminated the State and Local Tax Deduction, also known as “SALT”.

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Congressman Anthony Brindisi pushed a plan today to double the federal funding for the Department of Justice, the Community Oriented Policing Services or “COPS” Program to recruit, hire, train and fund more community beat cops on the streets. The plan is a national effort. In 2020, the program awarded 596 grants to hire 2,731 police officers at police departments across the nation, according to Justice Department statistics. Brinidisi said that the City of Binghamton just received $250,000 of COPS funds in June.

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Governor Cuomo announced that COVID-19 Sunday Hospitalizations Dropped to 418, the number of ICU patients dropped to 109, 51 patients were on ventilators & there was 1 death associated with the COVID virus in New York State Sunday, the state death toll is 25,328. There were 656 positive COVID 19 tests Sunday, bringing the Statewide Total to 434,756.

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Delaware County Public Health received 2 positive lab reports for COVID-19 Sunday giving them a Total of 106 Positive Results, with 96 recovered 4 active cases are isolated at home, 6 have died & 20 are currently in Quarantine.

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The State Health department announced that there were 5 deaths in New York State from the Coronavirus, 2 of those were in Broome County, the state death toll is 24, 994.  Hospitalizations increased by 28 to 820 statewide, the number of people on ventilators was 101, there were 912 positive tests in the state Monday, bringing the statewide total to 403,175 confirmed cases since March.

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Dr. Tommy Ibrahim took over Monday as President  & CEO Of the Bassett Healthcare Network, He told WCDO News of his background & how he could not let this opportunity pass:

(Dr. Tommy Ibrahim 7-14-20)

Dr. Ibrahim’s full interview with WCDO News will run in its entirety Thursday Morning following the 10:00 AM News.

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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested a Walton man upon the conclusion of their investigation of an early morning domestic dispute.  Deputies arrested 30-year-old Victor Matonis of Walton for unlawful imprisonment and harassment, he is accused of physically grabbing, restraining and attempting to prevent the victim from fleeing from the residence.  Matonis was arraigned in the Town of Walton Court and was released on recognizance pending his reappearance in the Town of Walton Court on a later date.

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Chenango County Public Health announced that they were up to 169 total cases of the Coronavirus.  Currently there are 111 Active Quarantines, no Hospitalizations, 147 recoveries, 6 deaths and 13,236 tests have been performed.

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Cornell Cooperative Extension of Delaware County will be hosting a live stream Energy Chat on  Tuesday, July 21st at 12:00 noon on Facebook Live at CCEDelawareHE.  The event will feature Energy Navigator Bob Romick about saving on heating bills.  More information is available at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Delaware County at 865-6531 or by emailing vsd22@cornell.edu or at smartenergychoices.org.

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On Monday July 20th, 2020, the Chenango County Department of Public Works shall close County Road 9, between Page Road and Gardner Road in the Town of Greene, for the replacement of large twin culvert crossing under County Road 9.  This closure shall be in place from the stated date of closure until the twin culvert replacement project on County Road 9 is complete.  There shall be NO ON-SITE DETOUR. The traveling public is asked to seek alternative routes. Local traffic shall be allowed access to their homes, on each side of project.

State Police at Norwich responded to a fatal motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian near Fred’s Inn on State Highway 12 in Norwich, shortly before 10:00 PM last night.  The pedestrian was pronounced deceased on scene, an autopsy was ordered.  The operator of the vehicle is being cooperative with New York State Police Investigators. The investigation is on-going, more will be released when available.

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Governor Cuomo announced the start of “Operation Hardhat,” a statewide traffic enforcement detail targeting motorists who drive recklessly through work zones. The operation is a joint initiative between the New York State Police, Department of Transportation and Thruway Authority, State Troopers will patrol active highway work zones throughout the summer, Troopers will be present within the work zones, dressed as highway maintenance workers, to identify motorists who disobey flagging personnel, speed through the work zone or violate the state’s Move Over Law.

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Delaware County received a report of one new case of COVID-19 and no additional recoveries over the past weekend.  The known active case in the County is now 1. To date there have been 83 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19, with 30 people under quarantine, 1 person is isolated, 6 people have died and 76 have fully recovered.

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