36 year old Justin Baker of Sidney appeared in Delaware County Court Thursday, and was arraigned on a sealed indictment. The Indictment accuses Baker of possessing approximately $6,000.00 in fentanyl and methamphetamine with the intent to sell in the Village of Sidney on September 11th. Baker pleaded not guilty to the indictment & he was released from custody & was placed under the supervision of the Delaware County Probation Department, he could face up to 9 years in state prison if convicted on the top count.

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3 people are running for Town Supervisor in Guilford, as Supervisor George Senek is retiring. Republican & Conservative Gilda Ward told WCDO News that she has servied on the Town Board for several terms & is ready to becoem Guilford Town Supervisor:

(Gilda Ward 11-3-23)

Democrat Sue McIntyre said that her experiences at running the Delaware County Solid Waste Department for many years, lends itself to becoming Guilford Town Supervisor:

(Sue McIntyre 11-3-23)

Independent candidate Thomas Quiter is confined to a wheel chair, he told WCDO News that he is ready to give back to the town that has been good to him in his situation, and he wants to open up government based on his Libratarian beleifs:

(Thomas Quiter 11-3-23)

Election day is next Tuesday November 7th.

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The Alpha Brass Band will perform at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre Saturday night, Jericho Arts Council Spokesman Phil wade told WCDO News that the is the 1st appearance of a band playing this genre of jazz:

(Phil Wade 11-3-23)

Wade said that features in the Gallery is Collages & Clocks, a 1 of a kind display, Tickets are available at the door, or reserve tickets by calling 607-288-3882, more information is availabel at Jerichoarts.com

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The National Baseball Hall of Fame announced that they are receiving many items used in this year’s World Series, won for the 1st time by the Texas Rangers. Artifacts donated by the Rangers include a Cap worn by manager Bruce Bochy; a Batting helmet worn by World Series MVP Corey Seager, & the glove worn by Pitcher Josh Sborz, & the Bat used by Adolis García in Game 1 when he hit the game-winning home run, Items donated by the Arizona Diamondbacks will include a Bat used by Ketel Marte when he extended his postseason hitting streak to a record 20 games. The items will be featured in the Autumn Glory exhibit, which will be on display through the 2024 Postseason at the hall of Fame in Cooperstown

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SPECIAL OLYMPICS NEW YORK will host the BINGHAMTON POLAR PLUNGE tomorrow at Chenango Valley State Park. Attendees from across New York State will gather to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics New York athletes in the Southern Tier Region. The Polar Plunge registration begins at 10:00 am & the plunge begins at 12:00 Noon

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 11-3-23

The Bainbridge & Afton Girl Scouts are holding their bi-annual Community Giveaway Days November 3rd & 4th at the Greenlawn Elementary school in Bainbridge, spokesperson Jessica Chambers explains:

(Jessica Chambers 10-23-23)

More information is available by Email to jjchambers@frontiernet.net, or call 267-2378.

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Lambrecht Auction will have a Grand Opening Celebration at their new Sidney Facility, on Delaware Avenue Today, Owner Jared Lambrecht told WCDO News that the day has been also set up to raise money for the Sidney Emergency squad:

(Jared Lambrecht 10-30-23)

The New Lambrecht auction facility is in the Old K-Mart building at 171 Delaware Avenue, their website is laibids.com.

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A fundraiser for the Sidney Veteran’s Memorial Park will be held the next 2 weekends at East Main Lanes in Sidney, Park President Doug Barnard comments:

(Doug Barnard 11-3-23)

More information is available at the Sidney Veterans Memorial Park Facebook page or at their website at svmpa.org.

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3 more blood drives are scheduled locally today, 1 is being held at the O’Neill High School in Walton from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, another will be at the Laurens High School from 3:00 to 7:00 PM, and another will be held at the Stamford High School from 12:30 to 5:30 PM. Appointments can be made at the Red Cross Blood Donor App, at 1-800-RedCross or at redcrossblood.org..

The Guilford Town Board held a special Meeting earlier this week with representatives from the new ownership that will be constructing & operating for the High Bridge Wind Turbine Project, Town Supervisor George Senek said that the project will go forward, but the timeline has been pushed back:

(George Senek 4-21-23)

The Project still calls for 25 wind turbines to be built in the town of Guilford.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35 year old Brian Fitzpatrick of Davenport, after Deputies responded to a domestic dispute in the Town of Davenport recently, they determined that Fitzpatrick unlawfully struck 2 juveniles, he was charged with 2 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, he was processed and released on an appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Davenport Court at a later date.

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The Greater Oneonta Historical Society will open its next special exhibition tomorrow, which will commemorate the history of the D&H Railroad in Oneonta, according to Society Curator Marcella Micucci:

(Marcella Micucci 4-21-23)

Micucci said that a variety of free programs will coincide with the D&H exhibition, including a tour of the historic D&H Red Caboose in Neahwa Park; a Walking Tour at the D&H Roundhouse remains on May 13th. The new exhibit opens tomorrow at the Society’s location on Main Street in Oneonta, an opening reception will begin at 6:00 PM & will be open to the public.

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The Chenango Historical Society is teaming up with SFCU & The Friends of Rogers, for an event called “Historic Homes are Green Homes” at the Rogers center in Sherburne Saturday for Earth Day, Historical Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin explains:

(Jessica Moquin 4-21-23)

The free event will begin at 2:30 PM Saturday, more information about this & other programs are available by calling the Historical Society at 607-334-9227.

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Hartwick College will celebrate Earth Day, Saturday with the world premiere of the film, The Search for Up, which was shot in Hartwick’s Observatory in early November 2022. In addition to the film screening at 6 pm. in Hartwick’s Yager Museum, the event will feature a 5 pm. opening of a showcase of creative projects by secondary students from local and regional schools. More information is available at sheehym@hartwick.edu.

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Chenango Arts Council will hold the 1st of 2 Spring classes on Saturday, spokesperson Mary Beth Miller explains:

(Mary Beth Miller 4-21-23)

Miller said that the class runs from from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, Participants will receive all supplies and step by step instructions, the class will be run by Colette Dunham, more information is available at (607) 336-2787.

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Sidney & Walton Fire Departments are participating in the “Recruit New York” Event tomorrow. The statewide event runs from 10:00AM to 2:00 PM as fire departments around the state look to recruit more members. Participating Fire Departments can be found at recruitny.org/participants.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-21-23

Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 32-year-old John Durgala of Syracuse and 26 year old Prince Johnson of Binghamton. Deputies were dispatched Wednesday to Marvin Hollow Road and State Highway 10 in the Town of Walton for a suspicious vehicle complaint. Prince Johnson was the operator of the vehicle was found to have an active Violent Felony Warrant out of Broome County and he was arrested. John Durgala provided a false identity to Deputies, he was found to have an active Violent Felony Warrant out of Broome County Sheriff’s Office in relation to Johnson’s arrest warrant. Durgala was charged with false impersonation, Obstructing Governmental Administration, he was issued appearance tickets and was directed to appear in the Town of Walton Court at a later date to answer to the charges.

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An anonymous tip from the community led to multiple drug smuggling charges at the Broome County Sheriff’s Correctional Facility this week. Investigators received information from anonymous community member that an 37 year old Luis Bigio of Endicott allegedly smuggling contraband into the Correctional Facility. Investigators searched Bigio’s cell & recovered 136 suboxone strips, Bigio was charged with 2 Counts of Promoting Prison Contraband, he was serving a Broome County Court sentence related to disobeying a court mandate. Bigio was processed at the Broome County Correctional Facility and will answer for his charges at the Town of Dickinson Court on a future date.

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An annual event that began following the serious flooding of 2011, Starts this afternoon at the Greenlawn Elementary School in Bainbridge & concludes tomorrow Morning, organizer Jessica Chambers explains:

(Jessica Chambers 4-21-23)

More information about items that can be dropped off today is available by calling Chambers at 267-2378.

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Many area Law Enforcement agencies will be participating in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The list of Participating agencies on National Prescription Drug Take Back Days can be found at dea.gov/takebackday.

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The State Budget deadline was extended for a 3rd time, making the new deadline April 20th. Passing the budget extender will allow state workers and vendors to continue to be paid while budget talks continue, however the state lawmakers will not get paid until a budget is passed. The 2 main sticking points continue to be the Governor’s housing agenda and bail reform.

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The City of Norwich Common Council voted recently to award the bid for the water main replacement project to Vacri Construction of Binghamton, City of Norwich Community Development Director Erik Scrivener said they must now go through the Federal application process with the EPA to get the grant money necessary for the project, with the hope of getting the project started as soon as possible.

(Eric Scrivener 4-18-23)

Scrivener said if the grant was delayed they have made arrangements to use a USDA loan, that would be paid back with the grant money if it delayed beyond the length to complete the project. The planned project area includes a new mains on South Broad Street, and East Main Street.

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The Guilford Town Board will hold a special Meeting tonight at 6:00 PM regarding the involvement of a new company for the High Bridge Wind Turbine Project, Town Supervisor George Senek explains:

(George Senek 4-18-23)

Tonight’s meeting is open to area residents interested in the Wind Turbine project, which calls for 25 wind turbines to be built in the town of Guilford.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Office will hold the 1st of 4 Public Safety Town Halls this Thursday’s meeting at the Town of Chenango Town Hall from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Sheriff Akshar, Undersheriff Davis and members of the Sheriff’s Office team will be present to discuss issues, answer questions. The Town of Chenango Town Hall is located at 1529 State Route 12, Binghamton.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 4-18-23

State Police, the FBI & local law enforcement agencies arrested 20 year old Peter Howard of Louisville Kentucky, who is a student at Hamilton College in Clinton, Howard is accused of posting a a false alert of a possible active shooter situation at the Hamilton Campus, on a social media site called Jodel. No active threat was found, students were told to shelter in place during the investigation, Howard was arrested on Sunday and charged with making a threat of mass harm.

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The IRS Reminds New York State Residents that the Tax Return deadline is midnight tonight, it was moved as the usual April 15th fell on a weekend this year. More information is available at IRS.gov.

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The Governor’s Office announced that this week is WORK ZONE AWARENESS WEEK through April 21st. A State Police crackdown on work zone violations will also be taking place during the week, with their “Operation Hardhat” initiative, which highlights the importance of safe driving practices in active construction and maintenance work zones across the state.

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Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next regular meeting this morning at 7:30 AM at the back of Bob’s Diner. More information about the Bainbridge Chamber is available at 607-967-8700

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The Town Of Guilford will hold a special Board meeting will be held tomorrow at the Town Hall on Marble Road, regarding the High Bridge Wind Project, Guilford Town Supervisor George Senek told WCDO News that a new company “Invenergy”, is getting involved:

(George Senek 4-17-23)

Senek said that the meeting will begin at 6:00 PM Tuesday at the Guilford Town Hall

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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies were contacted by the Sidney Dog Control Officer about an abandoned dog in February. Deputies found & secured the animal & transported it to the Delaware Valley Humane Society. Attempts to make contact with the owner were unsuccessful, Earlier this month, Deputies responded to the residence where the canine was found abandoned and arrested 30-year old Cachet Fernandez for abandonment of animals. Cachet was released on an appearance ticket and is scheduled to appear in the Town of Sidney Court at a later date.

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Commerce Chenango will hold another local Hiring Event on May 18, from 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM for students and 3:30 – 5:30 PM for adults. The event will take place at the High School on Midland Drive in Norwich. The Hiring Event is specifically for employers with immediate entry-level job openings. The Deadline for registration is this Friday April 21st, more information is available at 607.334.1401 or via email at jostrander@chenangony.org.

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Bassett Healthcare Network and A.O. Fox Hospital announced today that they have reached an agreement with the Oneonta Family YMCA to keep FoxCare Fitness open to the public, Fox Spokesperson Gabby Argo explains:

(Gabby Argo 4-17-23)

Argo said that the 2 organizations are currently working to finalize details on operations, membership, staffing, specific space features for the Oneonta Family YMCA’s oversight while maintaining key services to the community. Services will remain uninterrupted, A.O. Fox Hospital will continue to operate outpatient cardiac, physical, occupational, and pulmonary rehabilitation services within the FoxCare Fitness space.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-17-23

Broome County Sheriff’s Office arrested 29 year old Nicholas Sorensen of Johnson City following a traffic stop in Binghamton. Sorensen was found to be driving without a license & was wanted on a warrant for a DWI in Pennsylvania. Sorensen fled the scene on foot through traffic, he was subdued by 2 taser cartridges. Sorensen was treated at the scene by EMT’s, he was charged with Resisting Arrest and Obstruction of Governmental Administration plus several traffic violations, he was taken to Central Arraignment and transported to the Broome County Correctional Facility as a fugitive from justice to await extradition by the Monroe County, PA Sheriff’s Office to answer for his outstanding charges.

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The Governor’s office announced Friday that the The Richmondville fire was contained. The Incident Command Post closed Friday Night, State Forest Rangers will continue to patrol the region to ensure it stays contained and mop up hot spots. Trains are still required to travel between 10 to 15 miles per hour out of an abundance of caution to prevent sparking additional fires.

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Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a search warrant at Thursday at 100 Robert Street in Binghamton. Police arrested 33 year old Daquan Brown of Binghamton, for criminal possession of a weapon, criminal possession of a controlled substance and criminally using drug paraphernalia, police seized a handgun, ammunition, over $7,000 in cash from drug sales, and items used to package drugs for sale. Brown faces court action shortly.

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16 year old Alexis Lotterman of Walton & 17 year old Tatiana Febo of Downsville will have their 1st degree Burglary cases moved to Otsego County Family Court, in connection with the murder of 53 year old Kenneth Robinson in Worcester on October 10th.  15 year old Dylan Robinson, 16 year old Alexander Borggreen  15 year old Anais Soto & 32 year old Nicolas Meridy are all charged with 2nd degree murder & 1st degree Burglary for the Robinson Murder, all are being held pending future court action.

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Governor Cuomo announced that New York’s law raising the minimum sales age from 18 to 21 for tobacco and electronic cigarette products beginning November 13th.   The law seeks to prevent cigarettes and vaping products from getting into the hands of our youth, & creating an addiction to a deadly habit.   According to the State Department of Health, almost 40% of 12th grade students and 27% of all high school age students are now using e-cigarettes, and this increase is largely driven by flavored e-liquids.   The State Police will partner with the Department of Health to conduct undercover investigations across the state, retailers found selling tobacco and vaping products to underage individuals will face criminal penalties in addition to civil penalties.

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Sidney village police Arrested 21 year old Caleb Zuk of Sidney for Criminal possession of a controlled substance, Criminal possessing a hypodermic instrument and Aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle last Thursday.  Zuk was processed & face court action at a later date.

Orlando Tercero has been found guilty of the Nicaraguan charge of Femicide, for the murder of Haley Anderson IN Binghamton last year.  Tercero was wanted in Broome County for the murder of Hailey Anderson in his Binghamton Apartment, he fled to his home country, where he was tried & found guilty of Anderson’s murder.  He is expected to serve 25 to 35 years in jail in Nicaragua.

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State Police Sergeant Robert Bloom was on his way to a graduation ceremony Friday to play with the pipes and drums and dressed in a kilt,  when saw smoke on Tioga Terrace in Apalachin just after 12:00 noon, he located the burning building, discovered that a male was bedridden inside.  Sergeant Bloom, the bedridden man’s father and a neighbor entered the burning residence, got the man into a wheelchair and out of the home.  All were taken to area hospitals for smoke inhalation.  Sergeant Bloom is a 7-year veteran of the State Police, and is currently works out of State Police Headquarters at Troop C in Sidney.

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The Unatego Board of Education is expected to make a decision as to which proposal to accept for the Former Otego Elementary School Building at their regular Board meeting tonight at 7:00 PM at the Middle School/High School cafeteria in Wells Bridge.  Unatego Superintendent Dr. Dave Richards said that the 3 proposals are down to 2 for tonight:

(Dr. Dave Richards 11-4-19)

The remaining proposals are from Dirig Design of Wells Bridge & Oneonta Christian Academy.

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Congressman Anthony Brindisi announced that Chenango Health Network would receive a Drug Free Communities grant of more than $100,000 per year for five years. The Drug Free Communities grant program provides grants to community organizations to strengthen partnerships in the region and help reduce youth substance abuse.

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State Police responded to a 1-car fatal crash on Klondike Road in the town of Hancock on Tuesday at about 6:20 PM, following a report of a vehicle that overturned and was on fire.   An investigation revealed that 69-year-old Elizabeth Rosengrant of Fish’s Eddy was operating an SUV when she went off of the shoulder of the roadway, overturned & struck 2 trees & caught on fire.  The case remains under investigation.

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The Town of Guilford Board held a special meeting Wednesday night & they approved their Local Renewable Energy Law for the possible development of solar and wind energy businesses.  Guilford town Supervisor George Senek told WCDO News that any construction of wind turbines by Calpine is at least 1 year away:

(George Senek 9-26-19)

The Calpine Corporation has proposed a plan to build up to 30 large Wind Turbines around the Town of Guilford up to 676 feet.  They are exploring similar plans for up to 27 wind turbines in the towns of Windsor & Sanford.

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Applications are being accepted currently for the Leadership Delaware classes, which will start in October & last for 16 sessions twice a month.  Delaware County Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:

(Ray Pucci 9-26-19)

Pucci said that the first session will be held on October 9th, the application can be downloaded at http://delawarecounty.org/about/leadership-delaware/

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Chenango County Waste Management reminds county residents that the Latex Paint Exchange officially ends September 30th at the North Norwich Transfer Station on State Route 12.   The site is open Tuesdays through Fridays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 pm; more information is available at 337-1790.

On Tuesday afternoon, Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies, & State Police responded to a 2 car motor vehicle accident on State Highway 357, near Lawton Hill Road, in the Town of Franklin.  Deputies reported that 55 year-old Robert Ray of Bainbridge travelled into the opposing lane & struck an on-coming vehicle driven by 89 year-old Richard Dickson of Jensen Beach, Florida.  The Dickson vehicle subsequently ran off the roadway and overturned in a ditch. Richard Dickson, and his 90-year-old passenger, Helen Dickson suffered minor injuries and were transported to A.O. Fox Hospital for treatment. Deputies later issued Ray traffic summonses for failure to keep right and failure to wear a seatbelt.

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Otsego County held its 22nd annual Hazardous Waste Collection Day this past weekend.  On Friday, Unadilla had 170 cars dropping off hazardous materials, on Saturday at the Meadows Office Complex, 750 cars dropped off hazardous materials.  200 pounds of pharmaceuticals and medications were collected for incineration, over 20,000 pounds of electronics, 240 car batteries & 2500 household batteries were collected, & 650 gallons of paint was collected which will be re-mixed by Golden Artist Colors for eventual re-distribution to local not-for-profit agencies.

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The United Way of Delaware and Otsego Counties will host their Kick Off Dinner for their Campaign season Tonight from 5:00pm to 8:00pm at J & D Wagon Wheel in Oneonta.    Debra Marcus is this year’s recipient of the 2019 Cheri Albrecht Award & Tim McGraw will be awarded the 2019 Alan Donovan Outstanding Community Leadership Award.

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Otsego County Chamber will host their state Mandated Anti-Harassment Policies and Sexual Harassment Training on Wednesday, October 9th at 1:00 PM at Northern Eagle Beverages at 41 Browne Street in Oneonta.   The State mandates ALL employers adopt a sexual harassment prevention policy as well as to train ALL employees on sexual harassment prevention.  Pinnacle Human Resources, LLC will conduct the training for Managers and Owners.   Chamber members must register with Barbara Ann Heegan 432-4500 or by email:  baheegan@otsegocc.com

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The Hospice Chenango Annual Dinner will be held this evening in Norwich.  The dinner will be held at the Canasawacta Country Club starting at 6:00 PM, honorees will be volunteer Audrey Coleman & Pet therapy dog Fanny.

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(George Senek 8-15-19)

Senek said that a Special Town Board meeting is being scheduled for Wednesday September 4th.

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Delaware County Department of Economic Development announced that they have received funding this year that has helped County businesses expand, Spokesman Evan Bowker comments:

(Evan Bowker 8-15-19)

Bowker said that some of the businesses that took advantage of the funding availability includes Awestruck Ciders & UnaLam of Sidney, plus the Catskill Food Company & Scotch Valley Ranch Hemp.

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Area native Cassidy Lynn returns to the area from Nashville, to perform at the Delaware County Fair this week, she talked to WCDO News about her return to the area:

(Cassidy Lynn 8-15-19)

Lynn said that she first sang professionally at the Chenango County Fair at the age of 11, she currently writes & performs in Nashville; she will perform at the Delaware County Fair Friday from 4:00 to 7:00 PM.

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New York State paid more than $100 million in duplicate payments to managed care organizations for premiums over a more than 4 year period, according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli.  Auditors found many cases of people with multiple Client Identification Numbers, with Medicaid making duplicate payments to those individuals.  DiNapoli recommended that the Department Of Health Review the $102.1 million in improper premium payments identified and make recoveries; Ensure Local Districts make timely and accurate updates to information and evaluate the feasibility of creating a control to prevent multiple Client ID Numbers from being reused in the future. The report is available at osc.state.ny.us/audits.

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The Afton Sidewalk Day will be held on Saturday August 24th, Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce President John Hinman told WCDO News that they are having a Cruise In during the Sidewalk Day:

(John Hinman 8-15-19)

The full schedule of events is available at aftonsidewalkday.weebly.com.

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The State Department of Labor announced today that the Statewide Unemployment Rate Remained at 4.0% for the 3rd straight month.  The number of private sector jobs in New York State grew by 1,800 to 8,200,300 in July; New York State’s economy has added 1,182,200 private sector jobs over the 1st half of the year.

Delaware County Public Health has been notified that a raccoon submitted for rabies testing from the Town of Stamford was confirmed positive for rabies. This is the fifth rabid animal confirmed in the County in 2019. The raccoon was reported to have attacked an unvaccinated cat, and chickens. The cat has been humanely euthanized. The remaining rabies 2019 rabies clinics are listed below can and can be viewed at delawarecountypublichealth.com

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The Delaware County Fair continues with a host of activities today, spokesman Jason Craig explains:

(Jason Craig Thursday)

The Delaware County Fair continues through Saturday night at the Fairgrounds in Walton.

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Congressman Anthony Brindisi will hold a pinning ceremony for area Vietnam Veterans Today at 2:00 pm at the SUNY Broome, West Gymnasium, If a Veteran served on active duty in the United States Armed Forces at any time from November 1, 1955 to May 15, 1975, either overseas or stateside, they can be honored with a special Department of Defense pin. Veterans should call 607-242-0200 to RSVP with their full name, where they are from, and their branch of service.

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Due to the ongoing blood shortage, Individuals can schedule an appointment to give blood today in Walton, through Amazon’s Alexa, by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.  The Walton blood drive will run from 12:00 to 5:00 PM at the United Presbyterian Church, 58 East Street.

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(George Senek 8-14-19)

Tonight’s board meeting will begin at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall on Marble Road.

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The 15th annual Bainbridge Rotary Club Golf Tournament will be held tomorrow at the Afton Golf Course, Rotarian Dave DeClue comments:

(Dave DeClue 8-14-19)

The tournament raises money for Bainbridge Rotary programs; more information is available at 743-2523.

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Registrations are being accepted for the 26th Annual Pit Run in Oneonta on Sunday October 6th.  Registration is available at pitrun.org; the run is in memory of State Police Investigator Rick Parisian, who died while trying to stop an armed robbery in an Oneonta Supermarket in 1994.  Money raised goes to a scholarship fund named after Parisian.

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The Roxbury Arts Group will be presenting a series of Information Sessions throughout Delaware County to inform area artists, organizations, and residents about the funding opportunities available through the Decentralization Grant Program, Spokesperson Samantha Nick comments:

(Samantha Nick 8-14-19)

Nick said that the Sidney Session will be held on August 21st at 10:00 AM at the Sidney Memorial Public Library, more information is available at 326-7908.

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Governor Cuomo today signed legislation extending the driver license suspension process for 2 years to further enforce child support obligations. The enforcement process allows the child support program to identify parents with a driver’s license who fail to pay child support and then notify them that their driving privileges will be suspended unless child support payments are made. The bill will extend the law through August 31, 2021.

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19th District Congressman Antonio Delgado announced that members of his staff will be available for constituents are Farmers Markets around the district this summer.  The full list of Farmer’s markets can be found at delgado.house.gov.

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New Yorkers who were molested or sexually abused as children will get their day in court, starting today with the ability to e-file claims.  Hundreds of lawyers representing victims starting filing early this morning, with about 200 child sexual abuse lawsuits filed by 6:00 AM, the number had almost doubled by 12:00 Noon.   The window to file was created by the state Legislature’s adoption in January of the Child Victims Act, which makes it easier for accusers to seek criminal and civil sanction of their abusers.

State Police at Binghamton responded to a 1-car motor vehicle accident on State Route 7 in the town of Colesville Tuesday.  The investigation revealed that the vehicle operated by 29-year-old Ashley Wolfanger of Binghamton, exited the roadway and struck at tree, killing 32-year-old passenger Lance Weiss of Harpursville.  Weiss was pronounced deceased on the scene and Wolfanger was transported to Wilson Memorial Hospital where she is listed in stable condition.   The investigation is on-going.

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The Delaware County Fair continues with many activities today, spokesman Jason Craig explains:

(Jason Craig Wednesday)

The Fair continues through Saturday Night at the Fairgrounds in Walton.

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The Otsego County Chamber to host Anti-Harassment Policies and Sexual Harassment Training today, at Northern Eagle Beverages at 41 Browne Street in Oneonta.  New York State mandates ALL employers to adopt a sexual harassment prevention policy as well as to train ALL employees on sexual harassment prevention.  Pinnacle Human Resources, LLC will conduct the training from 1:00PM to 3:00PM

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(George Senek 7-22-19)

Senek said that he thought that last week’s meeting was a positive step; subsequent meeting will be posted at the town’s website guilfordny.com, or at their Facebook page.

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2 of yesterday’s 6 inductees into the National Baseball hall Of Fame, spent time pitching for the New York Yankees.  Mike Mussina pitched 10 years for Baltimore before coming to New York; he said that he had to be convinced to come to the big city by then Yankee Manager Joe Torre:

(Mike Mussina NY)

Mariano Rivera spent his entire 18 year career pitching for the New York Yankees, setting the record for saves by a relief pitcher; he talked about New York fans in his speech yesterday:

(Mariano Rivera NY)

Mussina & Rivera were inducted into the Baseball Hall Of Fame with Pitchers the late Roy Halladay & Lee Smith, and Designated hitter Edgar Martinez & Harold Baines.

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Governor Cuomo and Attorney General Letitia James today announced that New York is holding Equifax accountable for the 2017 data breach that exposed the sensitive financial and personal information of millions of Americans, including 8.5 million New Yorkers.   Under the settlement, Equifax will pay a fine of $10 million to the Department of Financial Services & $9.2 million to the Attorney General’s Office as part of $175 million to State Attorney Generals including New York, and Equifax has committed up to $425 million to the consumer restitution fund.

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American Red Cross Blood drives are scheduled today in Walton & Oneonta. In Walton, a blood drive is being held from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 PM, at the Watershed Agricultural Council, 44 West Street; In Oneonta, a blood drive is scheduled from 2:00 to 6:00 PM at the Quality Inn on State Highway 23.  Donors of all blood types, especially type O, are urged to make an appointment to donate using the Blood Donor App, at RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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Work is continuing on restoring water to the Hamlet of Mount Upton, according to town of Guilford officials.  A Boil Water Order is in effect, results of the 1st & 2nd required water tests should be available by Wednesday afternoon, the order will remain in effect once the Chenango County Department of Health gives their approval, & that approval will be available at guilfordny.com of at the Town of Guilford Facebook Page.  More information is also available by calling the Guilford Town Clerk’s office at 895-9966.

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Supplies are needed & pets are ready for adoption, at the Delaware Valley Humane Society in Sidney, Director Erin Insinga and a few children from Dewitt Drive in Sidney stopped up to visit WCDO this morning, they raised $100 selling lemonade & donated it to the Shelter.  Erin Insinga told WCDO news where the shelter is & how to follow what they are doing:

(Erin Insinga 7-22-19)

The full interview with Erin & the Dewitt Drive children is available on the WCDO Website & WCDO Facebook page.

6 players were inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame Sunday at the Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown: 

The inductions started with the induction of 2 starting Pitchers, 1st up was Mike Mussina who played 18 years for the Baltimore Orioles & The New York Yankees, who won 270 games without putting up some of the gaudy statistics that other Hall of Famers did:

(Mike Mussina 7-22-19)

The 2nd starting pitcher inducted Sunday was the late Roy Halladay, who died in a small plane crash in November 2017; on the baseball field among his achievements, he authored only the 2nd no hitter in post season baseball, his wife Brandy struggled through the speech, but believed her husband would have said the following in his speech:

(Brandy Halladay 7-22-19)

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This year, 2 Designated Hitters were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame, 1st up was Harold Baines, who was known for his quiet leadership over his lengthy career, he simply followed the advice of his late Father:

(Harold Baines 7-22-19)

Edgar Martinez played his entire career with the Seattle Mariners, he was so prolific as a DH, that the Annual Award is named after him; he said that it was a long wait to get in the Hall Of Fame, but it was worth it:

(Edgar Martinez 7-22-19)

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The last 2 to give their speeches for induction into the Baseball Hall Of Fame were two of the greatest “Closers” in baseball History. 

Lee Smith pitched for a number of teams in his career & when he retired, he had more saves than any one on baseball history, and he said in life & in baseball, it is important to be dependable & reliable:

(Lee Smith 7-22-19)

The final speech of the induction ceremony in Cooperstown Sunday was delivered by New York Yankee Great Mariano Rivera, who joked about always being “Last”  & thanked friends, Family, Teammates & even the President of his home country of Panama for being with him on this big occasion:

(Mariano Rivera 7-22-19)

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Officials estimated that about 55,000 fans attended Sunday’s Hall of fame Inductions in Cooperstown.

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State Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 27 year old Amanda Lee Chandler of Oneonta.  Chandler was last seen about a week ago in the City of Oneonta and has not had any contact with any family or friends, she is described as 5’5″, approximately 150 pounds, blue eyes, shoulder length brown hair with blonde ends, she was last seen wearing a t-shirt, jeans and black sneakers.  Anyone with information is asked to call State Police at 432-3211.

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39 Year Old Gary Nichols of Norwich was arrested officers got a complaint of a trespasser going through a parked vehicle on Plymouth Street. Residents chased the Nichols into a wooded area, Nichols allegedly stabbed one of the people pursuing him, & biting another person. The stabbing victim was hospitalized for 10 wounds to the head and torso. The biting victim was treated and released from the hospital.  Nichols was charged with 1st-degree assault, 3rd-degree assault, criminal possession of a weapon and petty larceny & trespassing.

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Joshua House is looking to add to their staff at their 4 Sidney locations; spokesman Dale Knowles told WCDO News that they are holding a Job Fair today from 12:00 Noon to 6:00 at 10 Division street in Sidney:

(Dale Knowles 7-22-19)

Knowles said that no prior experience in the health care field is necessary, they do offer paid training, prospective employees must have a reliable vehicle.

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Tickets will also go on sale this morning at 10:00 AM, for the Off Broadway show “The Office; A Musical Parody” based on the popular TV sitcom starring Steve Carrell.  Tina Niles of NAC Entertainment explains:

(Tina Niles 7-22-19)

Tickets for “The Office” and the rest of the Broadway Theater League Shows are available at the Arena Box Office or through Broadway in Binghamton.com.

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(Francisco Laboy Diaz 7-17-19)

Francisco’s mom, Kat Diaz said that after dealing with her son’s lengthy history with Brain Tumors; they feel blessed & very lucky:

(Kat Diaz 7-17-19)

WCDO will air the full interview with Francisco, his father Jose Laboy & mom Kat Diaz tomorrow morning at 8:40 AM.

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Joshua House is looking to add to their staff at their 4 Sidney locations, spokesman Dale Knowles told WCDO News that they will hold a Job Fair next week:

(Dale Knowles 7-17-19)

Knowles said that no prior experience in the health care field is necessary, they do offer paid training, prospective employees must have a reliable vehicle & will need to work nights, or weekends or holidays.

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Governor Cuomo signed legislation to raise the minimum sales age for tobacco and electronic cigarette products from 18 to 21. The bill will take effect 120 days after becoming law; tobacco use continues to be the number one cause of preventable death in New York State. About 28,000 adult New Yorkers die every year as a result of smoking & an increasing number of underage youth are using both traditional cigarettes and e-cigarettes. From 2014 to 2018 youth use of e-cigarettes increased by 160% to 27.4%, more than half of teens falsely believe that e-cigarette use is harmless.

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State Police arrested 32 year old Heather Houck of Binghamton & 26 year old Caleb Zandt of Deposit for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia.   A trooper observed the vehicle Houck and Zandt were in, near a closed business, the trooper learned that Houck had an active warrant for her arrest.  Houck was also found to have suspected heroin and methamphetamine, she was arrested and was turned over to Broome County Central Arraignment and Processing.   Zandt was found to be in possession of heroin and a scale.  He was issued appearance tickets to the town of Union court on August 6th.

State Police responded Saturday to a pedestrian struck by a vehicle on County Road 4 in the town of Unadilla.  69-year-old Susan Haney of Unadilla was walking south on the eastern shoulder of County Road 4 when she was struck by an SUV operated by 34-year-old Nicole Wilbur of Unadilla, who became distracted and drifted off the road and struck Haney, Wilbur immediately stopped and called 911.  Haney suffered from head trauma, internal bleeding and leg injuries; she was flown to Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse where she underwent surgery and is listed in critical but stable condition.   Wilbur was issued tickets for Reckless Driving, Moving from a Lane Unsafely and Failure to Use Due Care for a Pedestrian. The investigation is on-going.

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State Police arrested 32 year old Tavish Braman of Oxford for 3rd degree Assault, after Troopers were dispatched to the town of McDonough, were they observed an intoxicated male laying on a driveway.  A victim told troopers that they were giving Braman a ride due to his intoxication; the victim reported that Braman punched him in the face and head. The victim was taken to Chenango Memorial Hospital and Braman was also taken to the hospital due to his level of intoxication, he was released & was arraigned & remanded to Chenango County Jail on $1000 cash bail or $2500 bond, pending court action on August 15th, an order of protection was issued to the victim.

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The Guilford Town Board will hold a special meeting this evening to discuss the High Bridge Wind farm Development Project by Calpine, Guilford Town Supervisor George Senek comments:

(George Senek 7-17-19)

The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM at the Guilford Town Highway Garage at 223 Marble Road; more information is available at 895-9966.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold their Annual Business Awards ceremony at 6:00 PM at Meredith Inn, 4206 Turnpike Road, Delhi, which is a change in venue due to the likelihood of Showers & Thunderstorms.  The Honorees include the Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, as the 2019 Business of the Year, Stagecoach Run Art Festival, headquartered in Treadwell and Franklin, and Table to Farm Tours of Roxbury, will receive the 2019 Tourism Award. 

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