Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation to expand access to reproductive health care across the state and solidify New York’s historic standing as the nation’s first Safe Harbor State:

(Hochul 5-2-23)

Governor Hochul signed legislation to expand access to contraception by making it available over the counter & legislation to ensure that every student enrolled in a SUNY or CUNY college has access to medication abortion on campus.

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Attorney General Letitia James today secured agreements from the nation’s largest insulin manufacturers to cap the price of insulin at $35 per monthly prescription for uninsured New Yorkers for 5 years. An investigation by the Office of the Attorney General found that From 2002 to 2013, the average list prices for insulin products tripled, about 10% of New Yorkers have diabetes, about 464,000 of them rely on insulin every day.

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The Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango County Spring Plant Sale’s deadline to order is tomorrow, for those who would like to have their plants for the May 9th pick up Date, spokesperson Sarah Greene explains:

(Sarah Greene 5-2-23)

Orders can be placed at hospicechenango.org/spring-plant-sale. More information is available at 334-3556.

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The General Clinton Canoe Regatta will be held later this month, with canoe races on area waterways & many items of interest at General Clinton park, Co-chair Christine Smith told WCDO News about a new item at this year’s Regatta:

(Christine Smith 5-2-23)

The General Clinton Canoe Regatta will be held Friday May 26th through Sunday May 28th this year.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce & the Leatherstocking Education Addiction Foundation are teaming up for a discussion on May 17 at the Sidney Memorial Public Library. Delaware County Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:

(Ray Pucci 5-2-23)

Those interested in attending can register by calling Kyleen Joslyn at LEAF at 607-433-0090, extension 108 or email Kyleen.Joslyn@leafinc.org.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-2-23

Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 26 year old Tyler Rose of Exeter for 1st, 2nd & 3rd degree Assault, Unlawful Imprisonment, Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Aggravated Harassment among other charges, Deputies were dispatched to the West Exeter Fire Department after fire personnel located an adult victim with serious physical injuries, who was transported to Bassett Hospital with multiple fractures, lacerations and contusions. The investigation revealed that the victim was imprisoned at Rose’s residence for days while subjected to continued assaults with a variety of tools and implements.

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Congressman Marc Molinaro will make local appearances Today. At 11:45 am, Molinaro will tour Amphenol Aerospace in Sidney & at 1:45 pm he will meet with students at the Delaware Academy Central School District at Delhi.

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The Commissioners of the Delaware County Board of Elections will hold a public meeting at their offices at 97 Main Street, Suite 5, in Delhi as 12:00 Noon. The Commissioners are expected to make a final determination on the validity of the petition for District Attorney candidate Joe Ermeti, who is seeking the Republican Party nomination, if his petition is approved, he will face acting DA Shawn Smith in a Republican Party Primary on June 27th.

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A 32-year-old James Blackman of Afton has been indicted by a Chenango County Grand Jury, he is accused of raping 2 young boys under the age of 11, Blackman is currently being held at the Chenango County Correctional Facility pending future court action

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Binghamton emergency crews responded Friday to 139 Washington Street for a report of a fire in an apartment in that building. Emergency crews discovered a drug lab in a different apartment in the building during their routine firefighting operations. Contaminated Crime Scene Emergency Response Team responded, nearby evacuated buildings and area businesses were allowed to reopen later Friday evening, the investigation into the illegal drug lab is continuing.

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The renovations at the Northeast Classic Car Museum at 24 Rexford Street in Norwich have been completed after a year long construction project. The front of the building has been completed renovated and a larger parking facility was added across the street. The Northeast Classic Car Museum is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM every day except for major holidays, more information on the Northeast Classic Car Museum can be found at classiccarmuseum.org, or on their Facebook page.

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The U.S. Department of Labor has ordered Valley Veterinary Associates on State Route 7 in Unadilla to pay over $90,000, in back wages, following an investigation into accusations that the company paid the regular hourly wage to employees for their overtime hours. The investigation also revealed that employee records that were inaccurate. 39 employees were ordered to be paid their proper back-wages.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested Michael Morton of Exeter on June 26th on multiple drug charges, after deputies responded to a complaint of a suspicious person in the Town of Plainfield. Morton is accused of criminal possession of a controlled substance and two counts of a controlled substance not in original container, he faces court action at a later date.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-5-22

Governor Kathy Hochul announced the passage of a resolution to write equal rights into the State Constitution, to solidify the right to abortion access in New York. When enacted, the amendment will add ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, and sex, including sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, pregnancy outcomes, and reproductive healthcare to existing protections, This follows the recent Supreme Court decision which removed federal protections for abortion.

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Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation to strengthen New York’s gun laws and bolster restrictions on concealed carry weapons, to align with the US Supreme Court’s recent decision. The legislation expands eligibility requirements in the concealed carry permitting process, Allows the state to regulate and standardize training for license applicants, restricts the carrying of concealed weapons in sensitive locations and Establishes state oversight over background checks for firearms and regular checks on license holders for criminal convictions. The law will take effect on September 1st, an appeals board will be created for those applicants whose license or renewal is denied or revoked, which will take effect on April 1st 2023.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominees for its 2022 Delaware County Business Awards in the categories of: Business of the Year; New Business of the Year, and Small Business Advocate of the Year. The ceremony will be held mid-September at the Andes Hotel. Email nominations and the reason for the nomination to rpucci@delawarecounty.org by August 1.

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(Gillibrand 7-29-20)

Gillibrand said that a plan to adjust the Unemployment benefit to 70% of each unemployed workers salary could not be implemented by this weekend, as the additional math, & the antiquated systems many states employ, could take months for people to get their benefits.

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State Police arrested 32 year old Aaron Collins of Barton as a fugitive from justice from Pennsylvania where he was wanted on attempted criminal homicide charges.  Collins was located by troopers and deputies from the Tioga County Sheriff’s Department in the town of Barton; he was taken into custody after a brief foot pursuit.  Collins was remanded to the Tioga County Jail where he is waiting for extradition to Pennsylvania.

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The State Health Department announced 715 more positive COVID 19 tests Tuesday, bringing the state toll up to 413,593.  there were 6 deaths attributed to the virus Tuesday, bringing the state toll up to 25,132.

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The Broome County Health Department announced that their COVID 19 positive test numbers continue to climb, they are now up to 963 positives, with more than 150 announced in the last 2 weeks alone.  They report 66 deaths & 763 recoveries since March & 750 people are being monitored by the Broome Health Department.

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Chenango County Public Health  announced today that they had 9 more positive cases & are now up to 203 cases of COVID 19 since March, with 153 current quarantined, 1 Active Hospitalization, 185  Recoveries, they have just over 16,000 tests performed.

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Otsego County Department of Health announced that they will have a testing site this Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, at the Exeter Town Barn on State Highway 28 in Schuyler Lake.  The testing site is limited to people who are NOT sick, but want to be tested for the Coronavirus, The testing will be by a nasal swab.  The testing site will be drive up only, individuals are required to stay in their vehicle & wear a face mask.  Pre-Registration is required at 547-4279. 

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Village of Sidney crews will be closing Delaware Avenue from Union Street to Pearl Street West to install a new water main, starting tomorrow morning at 7:00 AM & they are aiming to complete the project late Friday afternoon, local residents will have access to their homes during the project. 

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The City of Oneonta announced that crews will be milling and paving streets beginning at 7:00 AM tomorrow until 4:00 PM Friday.   Cobleskill Stone Products will start on Church Street from High Street to Franklin Street, and then to Ravine Parkway from West Street to SUNY Oneonta and the Ravine Parkway Spur, they will conclude at Neahwa Place from Main Street to Bernier Circle.  On-street parking will not be permitted on those streets. Road and driveway access will be limited during and immediately after the operation.  More information is available aby calling the Department of Public Service at 432-2100 or by email: dpsinfo@oneonta.ny.us

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City of Oneonta officials said Tuesday the top level of the city parking garage will be closed for cleaning and maintenance from 6:00 AM tomorrow until 6:00 AM Thursday, the stairwells and pedestrian bridge to Main Street will remain open.  Otsego County Department of Health reported that they have had 30 confirmed cases of COVID 19 in June & July, with 9 cases in June and 21 in July.  Of those 30 cases, 18 were female and 12 male, 4 individuals were hospitalized, all were 60 years or older.  There are currently 10 active cases in 7 different households; no link between households has been identified.  3 new cases were reported Tuesday, giving the County 99 total confirmed cases,  3 people are hospitalized, 5 have died, 84 have recovered and 219 people on quarantined.

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Delaware County received 1 new positive COVID-19 case Tuesday, giving them 8 active cases.  To date there have been 93 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Delaware County, with 36 people under mandatory quarantine and 6 people under precautionary quarantine, 7 people are isolated at home and 1 is isolated in the hospital, 6 people have died and 79 have fully recovered.

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(Cuomo 3-26-20)

Cuomo said that the added problem is that the normal usage for ventilators by patients is 3 days, but for Corona Virus patients it has been 11 to 13 days.  The current amount of Coronavirus cases in New York State is 37,258, with 385 deaths, over 5300 are hospitalized, just under 1300 are in an ICU bed, & 1517 patients have been discharged.

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The State Budget is due in a few days, with the numbers expected to be drastically lowered following the blow to the economy from the coronavirus.  Governor Cuomo said that the state started out with a 7 billion dollar deficit in the next budget, the coronavirus added between 10 to 15 billion dollars to that total, the federal stimulus money gives the state only 5 billion dollars.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies and Delhi Fire Department and Emergency Squad responded Monday Evening to a reported tractor-trailer accident at the intersection of County Highway 2 and East Terry Clove Road in the Town of Delhi. 35 year-old David Stanton of Oneonta was the operator of the tractor trailer loaded with logs; it jack-knifed on the slush covered roadway and partially rolled onto its side as Stanton attempted a left turn.  Stanton was not injured in the accident, but the highway remained closed for several hours for the cleanup.  

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Governor Cuomo announced that a mental health hotline is available to New Yorkers who need it. We can’t underestimate the impact this pandemic is having on mental health. I’m proud that over 6,000 mental health professionals have volunteered their time to help with New York’s Coronavirus response. For free emotional support, consultation and referral to a provider, call 1-844-863-9314.

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Binghamton Police arrested 34 year old Lucas Pruitt of Binghamton in connection with 2 recent armed robberies.  Pruitt was charged with 2 counts of 2nd degree robbery for the march 9th robbery at the Kwik Fill at 263 Main Street, and the March 15th robbery at the Speedway at 63 Main Street.  Pruitt is being held in the city lockup pending arraignment.

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The State Division of Consumer Protection is alerting consumers about scammers taking advantage of the novel coronavirus. Scammers are using techniques such as falsely claiming to be online sellers of popular goods; setting up fake charities; sending fake emails and texts that contain harmful links designed to steal your personal information and using robocalls to pitch coronavirus treatments and work at home schemes.  More information is available at 800-697-1220, or dos.ny.gov/consumerprotection.

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Delaware County Public Health announced that the current total of laboratory confirmed positive COVID-19 cases received in Delaware County is 5, excluding the 3 cases transferred to the county where the individuals are actually residing. Public Health SpokespersonHeather Warner told WCDO News that while these numbers may seem low, there is still a threat to all who do not practice handwashing, social distancing and the other suggestions by health officials:

(Heather Warner 3-26-20)

Warner said that there are 2 cases that are recovering at home here in Delaware County, 3 cases are isolated and receiving medical care in a hospital.  There are 8 people under mandatory quarantine and 5 people under precautionary quarantine. 

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The Otsego County Department of Health is investigating two more lab confirmed cases of COVID 19. One case is a close contact to a confirmed case and one was tested out of county. The investigations are ongoing and all contacts are being notified and quarantined. The number of lab confirmed cases is 4.

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A list of Delaware County food pantries is available online, that are served by Delaware Opportunities. The list is available at delawareopportunities.org/homeless-assistance

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State Police and the Otsego County Sheriff’s Department were dispatched to a report of a pedestrian struck by a tractor trailer with a dump trailer Wednesday at approximately 1:44 p.m., on County Road 22 in Schuyler Lake.    An initial investigation reveals that the tractor trailer with the dump trailer was traveling on County Road 22 when 47 year old Clarence Travis of Exeter stepped into the path & was struck.  Travis was taken to a Utica Hospital & succumbed to his injuries, the driver of the tractor trailer was not injured, and the incident remains under investigation.  

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The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to New York small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus.   Applicants may apply online, receive additional disaster assistance information and download applications at disasterloan.sba.gov/ela or call (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov

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Congressman Anthony Brindisi will host his 2nd Coronavirus Telephone Town Hall this afternoon, where he will be joined by Local Health Care Experts & Officials to Field Questions Regarding Global Pandemic.  Brindisi’s Telephone town hall will begin at 3:30 this afternoon, constituents are advised to RSVP at Brindisi.House.gov/live to receive a call, or they can call 855-614-0159, the call will be streamed at Brindisi.house.gov/live.

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The Chenango County Department of Public Works announced that their Brisben and North Norwich Facilities are both closed until further notice.  The Landfill in the Town of Pharsalia is Open Monday through Friday from 8AM to 4PM to Residents and haulers.  Saturday the landfill will be open from 8AM to 4PM for residential bagged garbage only, more information is available at 337-1792

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The Sidney Town Clerk’s office announced that they will be closed to the public next week due to the ongoing COVID-19 concerns.  Town Clerk Sheila Paul announced that all payments, dog licenses, handicap placard applications, and any other services needed from the Town Clerk’s Office may be sent by mail or left in the drop box at the Town Office at 44 Grand Street.  More information is available at 561-2334, 237-6394 or by Email: Clerk@townofsidney.com

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2 unidentified people were arrested Monday night at Binghamton University, following protests of republican Economist Arthur Laffer, who was scheduled to give a speech on campus after being invited to speak by College Republicans.  Laffer was not able to deliver his speech; the protest came 2 days after an outside protest on the campus following a separate event, also by College Republicans.    State Senator Fred Akshar announced that he has cancelled his planned visit tonight to Binghamton University’s campus; he extended an invitation to the leaders of the Binghamton University College Progressives, College Democrats and the College Republicans to meet to discuss the incidents.

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The State Division of Consumer Protection is alerting New Yorkers affected by the Equifax data breach that deadlines are fast approaching related to the recent settlement.  In 2017 Equifax had succumbed to the largest breach in history, exposing the records of over 8.4 million New Yorkers, a settlement was announced by the Federal Trade Commission to settle all consumer claims related to the security breach.  More information is available at eligibility.equifaxbreachsettlement.com.

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The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce announced that their Santa Saturday & Holiday Magic Parade will be held on Saturday November 30th this year.  Those who would like to participate in the Parade need to submit their entry forms to the Chamber by November 22nd, to Linda Bickos at 1004 State Highway 7 Suite c in Unadilla.

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Binghamton Rumble Ponies owner John Hughes today held a press conference regarding the potential for Major League Baseball of shutting down about 1/4 of the minor league teams in the country, including the Rumble Ponies.  Hughes said that NYSEG Stadium is greatly improved & fully compliant with existing standards:

(John Hughes 11-19-19)

Hughes said that another factor in closing down teams is the proximity of the team to the Major League Franchise; obviously Binghamton is within 200 miles of Citi Field in Queens.  So far no decisions have been made, no meetings have been held regarding this proposal & the 2020 season will be played as scheduled.

State Police arrested 2 Pennsylvania residents following a drug bust in Chenango County that seized thousands of dollars’ worth of drugs.  28 year old Jordan Melendez and 24 year old Kimberly Rivas were arrested Thursday following the execution of search warrants at multiple locations in Chenango County.  Police seized 1.5 pounds of Crystal Meth, pure Fentanyl, 20 pounds of marihuana, 4 handguns, 16 illegally possessed long guns Scales, Packaging materials & $3,350.00 in cash. Melendez & Rivas were charged with Criminal possession of a controlled substance & were arraigned in the Town of Norwich Court and remanded to Chenango County Jail with no bail. The case remains under investigation, additional charges are possible.

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Sunday night, the Deposit Fire Department and Eastern Broome Emergency Services were dispatched to a motor vehicle accident where the vehicle involved had gone into a creek in the Town of Sanford. The sole occupant of the vehicle was able to get out of the vehicle and water prior to our arrival. The occupant sustained injuries as a result of the accident and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

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Oneonta police seized 140 fake or altered IDs at a raid at the Sip & Sail bar on Friday night.  140 tickets were issued; The Sip & Sail faces possible action from the State Liquor Authority

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced their “Community Heroes Awards” are George Bergleitner, of Delaware County Real Estate of Stamford,   Eric Wedemeyer, founding broker of Coldwell Banker Timberland Properties, & Patty Wood of the Walton Town Council.  A reception will be held tonight from 5:30 – 7 p.m., at the Delaware County Historical Association at 46549 State Highway 10, Delhi, more information is available at delawarecounty.org or at 746-2281.

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Tonight UHS Women’s Health talk will focus on Varicose Veins, with a discussion by Dr. Mark Brennan, a specialist at UHS General Surgery in Norwich.  The talk will be held at Bohemian Moon, at 103 East Main Street in Norwich, beginning at 6:00 p.m. with Dr. Brennan’s presentation at 7:00 PM,  more information on the series or to reserve a seat, call 337-4283

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State Police and the Schoharie County Sheriff’s Department responded to a motor vehicle crash at the intersection of State Route 30 and S30A in the town of Schoharie. A Ford Excursion limousine was traveling in a southwestern direction on State Route 30 and failed to stop at the intersection with State Route 30A. The limousine traveled across the intersection into a parking lot and struck a 2015 Toyota Highlander which was unoccupied and parked; the Highlander then struck and killed 2 pedestrians. 20 victims were killed, all 18 in the limousine, including the driver, and the two pedestrians. The investigation is ongoing.
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Otsego County Sheriff Department arrested 31 year old Joel Young of Exeter, after he pointed a shotgun at a Sheriff’s Deputy during a domestic dispute call. The deputy entered the residence and attempted to arrest the defendant, who fled from into his bedroom & retrieved a shotgun and pointed it at the Deputy. Young was taken in to custody following a physical struggle, he was arrested for Menacing a police officer, Criminal Possession of Weapon, Resisting Arrest & Harassment, he was arraigned in the Town of Otsego Court, & was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $20,000 cash bail or $40,000 bond and he is scheduled to reappear at a later date.
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State DOT announced the completion of a $2.7 million pavement resurfacing project on Interstate 88 in the town and city of Oneonta. The 3.9-mile improvement project between Exit 13 and 16 included the milling & repaving, the shoulders were also given a surface treatment and all pavement markings were replaced. Curb ramps at the ends of the Exit 14 and Exit 15 off ramps were improved to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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Fire Prevention Week is this week & the Firemen’s Association of the State of New York is urging New Yorkers to ensure their smoke alarms are in proper working order, they specifically encourage New Yorkers to install smoke alarms equipped with sealed-in, non-removable batteries that last for 10 years. According to the National Fire Protection Association, three of every five home fire deaths occur in homes without smoke alarms or working smoke alarms. Firefighters frequently encounter smoke alarms with missing or dead batteries.
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Physician Assistant Alyssa MacIntosh of UHS Women’s Health Center in Norwich will hold a discussion about Breast Cancer & earl y detection in a free presentation today at Bohemian Moon, 103 W. Main Street in Norwich. An optional buffet and cash bar will be available at 6 p.m., with the presentation and discussion to start at 7 p.m. The event is part of UHS Chenango Memorial’s 2018 Women’s Health Series, which will conclude on Monday, November 12 with a discussion on pre-diabetes and diabetes risk factors. More information is available at 337-4183.
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The Peanuts gang will be coming to The Forum, Binghamton, on November 20th at 6:00pm for A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage. Tickets are on sale Monday, October 8th at 10:00am at the arena box office, Ticketmaster.com or by calling (800) 745-3000. The Emmy and Peabody award-winning story by Charles Schulz originally aired on television over 50 years ago.
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(Heather Brewster 3-28-18)

more information about the events can be found at relayforlife.org, cancer.org or by calling the Johnson City office at 766-6900.
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The New York Mets & The Binghamton Rumble Ponies made it official today, former NFL player Tim Tebow will start the season in Binghamton. Tebow is slated to make his debut with the Rumble Ponies when they open the 2018 season with a 7-game homestand starting Thursday, April 5 at 6:35 PM at NYSEG Stadium. Tickets can be purchased at BINGRP.com), calling the Box Office at 722-FUNN, or visiting NYSEG Stadium box office during normal business hours.
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The next meeting of the Tri-Town Coalition on Substance Abuse prevention, will be held tonight in Sidney. The meeting will begin at 6:00 PM at the Sidney Library.
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State Leaders are wrapping up work on the State Budget deal, which is due on April 1st, Assembly Minority leader Brian Kolb said that the last minute hold up involves important issues that are not budgetary issues.

(Brian Kolb 3-28-18)

Lawmakers announced earlier in the week that they wanted to get the budget wrapped up & passed by the Governor tomorrow, ahead of the Easter Holiday.
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Norwich City Police arrested Regina Donovan on charges of Making a Terroristic Threat against a staff member at the Norwich School District Middle School. Donovan was arraigned & was released on her own recognizance, an order of protection was put in place for the staff member & grand jury action is anticipated in April.
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State Police arrested 27 year old William Laraby of Burlington for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Unlawful Possession of Marihuana and having a Controlled Substance in the Non-Original Container. Troopers received a complaint that Laraby borrowed someone’s car and did not return it; they located Laraby in the town of Exeter. Laraby was arraigned in the town of Exeter and remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $1,000 cash bail or $2,000 bond.
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The Delaware County Board of Elections reminds voters that Friday, March 30th is the last day to postmark a registration form for the April 24th Special Election. April 14th is the last day to register in person at the Board of Elections for the April 24th Special Election to fill the 102nd State Assembly seat. Registration forms and applications for absentee ballots are online at co.delaware.ny.us/departments or by calling 832-5321 or by stopping at their Delhi main office.

(Crouch 1-29-18)

The forms are available at troopers.ny.gov; those with questions can call Assemblyman Crouch’s Office at 648-6080.
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State Police arrested 46-year-old Greg Dyn of Richfield Springs for 5th degree Arson, after the troopers investigation determined that on January 21st, during an argument with his ex-girlfriend, Dyn had sent her pictures of some of her clothing and personal items that he had set on fire. Dyn was arraigned in the town of Exeter Court and was released on his own recognizance. An order of protection was issued against him & his next scheduled court date is January 31st.
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Taste New York sales continued to increase in 2017, growing to a record $16.1 million, which topped last year’s sales totals by $3 million. Taste NY’s food and beverage businesses support the State’s farmers by using New York grown and produced ingredients in their products. Taste NY is promoting local products at Welcome Centers in the Southern Tier, Mohawk Valley, New York City, Central New York & Long Island. ——————————————
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State Police arrested 25-year-old Lisa VanDyke of Endwell for Falsely Reporting an Incident, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle & Operating a Motor Vehicle Without Interlock Device. Last November, Troopers responded to a report of a burglary in the town of Union, when VanDyke reported that her TV, video game console, and computer tablet had been stolen, troopers believe that VanDyke had falsely reported the thefts. Troopers attempted to locate VanDyke, she was observed driving with a suspended license, with a vehicle that did not have a court ordered ignition interlock device as required by a prior DWI conviction. VanDyke was issued tickets returnable to the town of Union Court on February 6th.
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On January 4, 51 year old Donald Savastano of Sidney claimed a New York State Lottery check for $1 million which he won playing the Merry Millionaire scratch off ticket. Savastano died Friday following a recent diagnosis of stage 4 cancer. Calling Hours will be held on Tuesday, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home, 14 Grand Street, Oneonta. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, at 10:00 AM at the Oneonta Assembly of God Church, at 1776 County Highway 48, Oneonta.
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The Otsego County Sheriff’s Department has charged 7 teenagers in connection with the fire that destroyed a railcar on the Leatherstocking Railroad Historical Association siding in Milford last October 3rd. Deputies stated that the teens had entered the railcar over a 2 day period, removed items from the railcar, set off the flair that caused the fire.
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An Otsego County grand jury handed down an indictment against 23 year old Kevin Perry of Laurens, on a variety of counts for 1st-degree murder and 2nd-degree murder in connection with the shooting deaths of his parents in two town of Laurens home in December. Perry was remanded to the Otsego County jail without bail until his arraignment on the Grand Jury charges.
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20 year old Julian VanCourt-Wels was indicted by an Otsego County Grand Jury on the charge of 2nd degree attempted murder. For allegedly stabbing his girlfriend on December 8th. VanCourt-Weis is accused of using a kitchen knife to stab his girlfriend in their apartment at 30 Maple Street in Oneonta. VanCourt-Wels is being held on $15,000 cash bail or $30,000 bond pending future court action.
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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will restart the Reunite Bainbridge program for 2018, with a buffet dinner at Bob’s Diner on January 29th at 6:00 PM. Those wishing to attend should call 967-8657 to confirm attendance.
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(Michelle Parker 9-22-17)

Services will be performed on a first come first serve basis Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, more information is available at 722-5464.
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Tomorrow, Chenango County residents will participate in their Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day. Those who have pre-registered can bring their household chemicals, pesticides & Insecticides to the County Highway Garage on Rexford Street in Norwich for collection. More information is available at 337-1792.
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The Sidney Alumni Associations Sports Hall of Fame Induction weekend begin tonight during Half Time of the Sidney Football game, Spokesman Greg Davie told WCDO News who is being recognized this year:

(Greg Davie 9-22-17)

Activities will continue at the Sidney VFW after tonight’s game, Saturday’s Induction Dinner will begin at 5:00 PM at the Sidney Elks Lodge on River Street.
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The Jericho Arts Council continues their season Saturday night at 7:00 PM, with the Blue Grass Music of Louie Setzer & The Appalachian Mountain Boys. More information is available at 288-3882 or at Jerichoarts.com.
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The Sidney Central School District and the Sidney SADD chapter are organizing a 5k walk or run on Sunday October 22nd, to help support children with cancer. 100% of proceeds will be given to “Hope and Heroes”. The race will begin at 2:00PM, the Start and finish will be at Sidney Central School District, the course is will be along the river with some small hills. There will be a live band with food and beverage provided after the race. Online registration ends on Saturday October 21st, at 6:00 PM, more information is available at localraces.com

Chenango County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 29 year old Coy Biviano for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, while he was incarcerated at the Chenango County Correctional Facility following an investigation in to stolen property. It is alleged that Biviano was in a residence in North Norwich where he unlawfully took property not belonging to him. The property was later located in the residence were Biviano was staying. Biviano is to appear in the Town of North Norwich Court at a later date.
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State Senator Jim Seward joined officials from the Greater Oneonta Historical Society to announce a $250,000 state grant to fund renovation and restoration work at the Oneonta History Center on Main Street. The $250,000 grant is under the state’s 2002 Strategic Investment Program and is administered by the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York.
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Otsego County officials announced that the Exeter Drop-Off Site for bagged garbage and recyclables will stop collecting at 12:00 noon on Saturdays, starting September 23rd. The New hours are Monday, Wednesday, Friday 7:00AM to NOON & Saturday 8:00AM – NOON, through September 30th. No commercial haulers or construction debris at the Exeter site. Only bagged garbage and recyclables will be accepted. Bagged garbage is $3/bag. More information is available at 547-4225.
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The Chenango Arts Council presents Matt Nakoa for a return engagement at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich Saturday night, beginning at 7 PM. Nakoa grew up in Smyrna in northern Chenango County, he’s been on the road for more than a decade as a touring musician. Tickets range from $15-$25 and can be purchased at the door, online at ChenangoArts.org or by calling the box office at 607-336-2787.
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(Lana Rouff 4-14-17)

Rouff said that the money will also be used of an Internet program to target those who may be using Opioids and get them the help they need.
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The Delaware County Tourism Advisory Board is now accepting applications for funding under the newly created Tourism Promotion & Development Grant program. This program will provide funding assistance to eligible applicants for projects that seek to attract visitors to Delaware County and enhance the overall tourism industry. Applications for grant assistance must be hand-delivered to the Delaware County Department of Economic Development or postmarked by 5:00pm on May 17th. More information is available at 607-832-5123.
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4 Chenango County Farms will benefit following an announcement by Governor Cuomo, to address the impact of climate change on agriculture. The Chenango County Soil and Water Conservation District was awarded $67,716 to work with four farms to plant 1,015 acres of cover crops over a three year period, to improve soil quality, reduce erosion, increase soil organic matter and improve resiliency to the farm from extreme weather conditions like floods & droughts.

State Police arrested 34 year old Rachel Howard of Burlington Flats for the Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a B.A.C. result of .18 and other traffic violations. This arrest occurred after a traffic stop when Howard was observed driving across hazard markings while on County Route 22 in the Town of Exeter. An investigation determined that she was driving while highly intoxicated. Howard was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Exeter Court on April 19, 2017.
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The New York State Museum is opening a new exhibit on the Empire State’s experience in World War I. The exhibit titled “A Spirit of Sacrifice: New York State in the First World War” opens on Saturday, just over a week after the nation marked the 100th anniversary of the United States’ entry into the conflict fought from August 1914 to November 1918. The exhibit’s highlights include a life-size recreation of a trench on the Western Front. The exhibit at the downtown Albany museum runs through June 3, 2018. More than 500,000 New Yorkers served during WWI, the most of any state. Nearly 14,000 lost their lives.
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The State DEC is opening spring turkey season on May 1 in the upstate counties. The DEC’s annual youth turkey hunting weekend is scheduled for April 22 & 23, for junior hunters ages 12-15. The DEC encourages experienced hunters to take a novice hunter afield this spring, more information about turkey hunting in New York, see the 2016-17 Hunting and Trapping Regulations Guide or visit the “Turkey Hunting” pages of DEC’s website at dec.ny.gov.
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Today is the last day to sign up for free income tax preparation in Chenango County through the Colgate University Volunteer income tax assistance program. Residents who earned less than $54,000 may be eligible to participate, more information, can be made through Cornell Cooperative Extension at 99 Broad Street in Norwich, at 334-5841. The deadline to file state & federal income taxes is Tuesday April 18th this year.
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The city of Oneonta department of public service announced that curbside pick up of brush & yard waste will begin again on Monday April 17th. Wards 1-4 will get their waste picked up stating on Monday, wards 5 through 8 will get their first pick up April 24th. More information about what is collectable or the city schedule, can contact the department at 432-2100 during regular business hours.

State Police responded to a report of a motorcycle accident on State Route 28 in the Town of Exeter. 86-year-old Herbert Black of Remsen was operating his motorcycle on State Route 28 when he entered a curve in the roadway, he was unable to maintain his lane and struck a street sign & was ejected and suffered serious injuries to his head, neck and chest. Black was transported to Bassett Hospital where he was pronounced deceased, no autopsy would be required.
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On Monday October 8th, Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies and State Police responded to a reported bomb threat at the DCMO BOCES, Harrold Campus, in the Town of Masonville. The bomb threat was discovered written on a bathroom wall. The building was evacuated, a search found no explosive devises. Deputies have determined that a 14-year-old male was responsible for making the written threat. The youth and his legal guardian were subsequently issued a juvenile appearance ticket for the Delaware County Probation Department where the juvenile will answer a charge of Filing a False Report in the First Degree.
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State Police in Norwich observed a 2007 Hummer traveling on State Route 12 in the Town of North Norwich; the vehicle matched the description of a stolen vehicle from Utica, and had been in a pursuit earlier in Oneida County. Several attempts to stop the driver were made and were stopped for safety reasons as the suspect approached the City of Norwich and then the Village of Greene. Troopers reported that as the vehicle entered Broome County, 2 Tire Deflation Devises were deployed, the front tires were disabled & the suspect continued to the Town of Chenango, and then fled the disabled vehicle and ran into the woods, A search by a State Police & Broome County Sheriff’s K-9 teams led to 17 year old La-Tee Baker of Utica, who was located near Otsinigo Park. Baker was charged with reckless endangerment and criminal possession of stolen property, he was arraigned at the Town of Chenango court and remanded to the Broome County jail with no bail set at this time.
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The Oneonta police department special response team is scheduled to work in cooperation with the Greater Plains Elementary School to conduct a school lockdown drill on Thursday. The event will provide the Oneonta SRT Team to train in full gear, and it will give students & faculty a chance to become familiar with evacuation procedures in case of an emergency.
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The New York State Office of Information Technology Services is offering a number of resources and activities to help all users learn more about cyber security and how to safeguard themselves from cyber-based threats. The 2015 Cyber Security Toolkit features awareness resources geared to a broad audience, including government, businesses, schools, and the general public. New York ITS is also coordinating a statewide cyber security poster contest for students in grades K through 12 promoting online safety, winners will be featured on the ITS website and entered into a national contest, more information on the poster contest is available at its.ny.gov/eiso.
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The Assembly Minority Task Force on Heroin Addiction & Community Response will hold a regional forum aimed at identifying problems and weaknesses in current efforts to combat the rampant heroin epidemic. Local Assemblyman Cliff Crouch & other lawmakers will participate on Tuesday, October 20th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the SUNY Broome Decker Health Science Center in Room D201. Representatives from rehabilitation and treatment organizations and facilities, law enforcement and criminal justice, and those with firsthand experience dealing with heroin addiction have been invited to attend and provide feedback.
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The Commerce Chenango College & Career Connection Day will be held tomorrow at the Morrisville State College Norwich Campus, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Commerce Chenango spokesperson Jill O’Hara explains:

(Jill O’Hara 10-13-15)

More information about the college & Career Connection Day is available at 334-1402.
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The city of Oneonta FTO-CIC committee will hold their next meeting this afternoon at 4:00 this afternoon, the Oneonta Finance/Administration committee will hold their next meeting at 5:00 PM, both meetings will be held at Oneonta city hall.
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