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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 3-29-21

wcdonews — Tue, 30 Mar 2021 04:26:29 +0000

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-29-21

State Police arrested 29 year old Anthony Masi of Sidney, for Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Unlawfully Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle, Resisting Arrest, Possession of a Forged Instrument, and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Troopers attempted to initiate a traffic stop on a vehicle on James F. Lettis Highway, Masi failed to comply. Masi was spotted by troopers operating at a high rate of speed in the village of Unadilla. Masi’s vehicle lost a front tire and his vehicle became disabled on Willow Street in the village of Sidney. Masi refused to comply with trooper’s commands and resisted arrest. He was ultimately taken into custody with the assistance of a New York State Police K9. Masi was transported to AO Fox Memorial Hospital. Masi was issued appearance tickets to the town of Oneonta court on April 6^th, he was issued an appearance ticket for the misdemeanor of Resisting Arrest to the village of Sidney court on April 22^nd. After processing, Masi was released to a sober third party.

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State Police were searching for a 28-year-old Dylan Shoemaker, who has autism; Several Police agencies searched overnight for Shoemaker, Dylan Shoemaker has been located. He is in good health. The New York State Police thanks all the agencies and volunteers that assisted in the search and everyone that shared the message.

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State Police arrested 34 year old Jason Manderville of Oneonta for Menacing & Petty Larceny, after Troopers were dispatched to a domestic dispute on Oneida Street in the town of Oneonta. Manderville allegedly threatened a victim with a chainsaw, he was located in a wooded area behind his residence and arrested, & he was processed and virtually arraigned & was released on his own recognizance and order to appear in the town on Oneonta court on April 6, 2021. The victim was issued a stay away order of protection. Later on the same day State Police arrested Manderville for Arson and Criminal Contempt, after Troopers, Oneonta Fire Department and Oneonta EMS were dispatched to a house fire where troopers arrested Manderville a few hours earlier. Troopers located Manderville in a wooded area near State Highway 205 and he was taken into custody. Manderville was arraigned on the new charges & was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $10,000 cash bail or $20,000 bond.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Schenevus man following a motor vehicle accident in the Town of Davenport early Thursday morning. Deputies responded to County Highway 12, they located the driver, 54 year-old Dennis Thompson of Schenevus, who was walking away from the accident scene. Investigation revealed that Thompson was intoxicated at the time of the accident and lost control of his vehicle and struck a tree. Thompson was subsequently arrested and charged with the misdemeanor offenses of aggravated driving while intoxicated with BAC of .18% or more and common-law driving while intoxicated, as well as the offenses of moving from lane unsafely and speed not reasonable and prudent. Thompson was issued traffic summonses and was released pending his appearance and arraignment in the Town of Davenport Court on a later date.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office announced that a vehicle and traffic violation on State Highway 17 in the Town of Deposit on Wednesday morning resulted in the arrest of Pennsylvania man. Deputies observed a vehicle being operated with an inoperable tail light. Deputies stopped the vehicle and identified the driver as 25-year-old Nicholas Dunlap of Starlight, Pennsylvania. A routine driver’s license inquiry revealed that Dunlap’s New York State driving privileges were suspended in 2019 for an insurance lapse. Dunlap was charged with aggravated unlicensed operation, and insufficient tail lamps. Dunlap’s vehicle was towed from the highway and he was released after being directed to appear in the Town of Deposit Court on a later date to answer the charges.

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The Virtual Town Hall with Congresswoman Claudia Tenney has been rescheduled to Thursday, April 8th from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. This event is complimentary but registration is REQUIRED, cca.commercechenango.com.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-29-21

Governor Cuomo, & state leaders announced an agreement on legislation to legalize adult-use cannabis. The bill would establish the Office of Cannabis Management to implement a regulatory framework that would cover medical, adult-use and cannabinoid hemp. The bill would also expand New York State’s existing medical marijuana and cannabinoid hemp programs. The legislation provides licensing for marijuana producers, distributors, retailers, and other actors in the cannabis market, The legislation has the potential to create Tax collections of $350 million annually, & itr is expected to create 30,000 to 60,000 new jobs.

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UHS Chenango Memorial is hosting a pop-up Vaccine Clinic in Afton, in collaboration with Commerce Chenango and the Chenango County Bureau of Fire. The event will be held from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM, at the First Baptist Church, 30 Caswell Street in Afton. Anyone who is currently eligible to receive the vaccine can contact Commerce Chenango at commercechenango@gmail.com or by phone at 373-1485 to schedule an appointment.

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Delaware County Public Health reported 19 new COVID cases Friday, out of 375 tests. they report 11 hospitalized, 132 active cases & 354 quarantined.

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35 year old Kenneth Fink of New Berlin man was arrested Friday on an active Arrest Warrant issued by the Chenango County Court following a Sealed indictment. The Chenango County District Attorney’s Office presented an Arson case to the Chenango County Grand Jury, Fink was indicted for 3rd degree Arson, Fink was arraigned in the Chenango County Court and released until a later Court date. It is alleged that On March 1, 2020, Kenneth R. Fink set fire to his residence located at 4322 State Highway 80 in the Town of Columbus.

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Sidney Police Department responded to a larceny complaint last Monday at a local business. 2 people who were caught on security video committing the crime, Sidney Police Department arrested 30 year old Terence Barrows of Solvay & 46 year old Kimberly Barrows of Illinois, on a variety of charges, Terence Barrows was released on an appearance ticket to appear in Village of Sidney Court at a later date. Kimberly Barrows was arraigned in Village of Sidney Court and remanded to the Delaware County jail to await extradition to Illinois.

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State Police, the Bureau of Criminal Investigation and Computer Unit arrested 43 year old Charles Rowe of Norwich, for Promoting a Sexual Performance by a Child and Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child. He was arrested following the execution of a search warrant at his residence. Rowe was arraigned virtually and remanded to the Chenango County Jail.

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State Police arrested 62 year old Delos Decker of Bainbridge for Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Reckless Endangerment & Criminal Mischief, Decker was involved in a road rage incident on March 19th, He’s accused of shooting at a vehicle, causing damage to the other vehicle’s rear window to shatter then leaving the scene. A tip led investigators to Decker. After an investigation, Decker was arrested by members of the Bureau of Criminal Investigation. Decker was arraigned virtually and remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $10,000 cash bail or $15,000 bond.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 7-20-18

wcdonews — Fri, 20 Jul 2018 19:09:47 +0000

There have been many changes made in New York State in recent years regarding the care for those who are developmentally disabled. The Joshua House in Sidney is looking to expand in as many ways as they can to help those in need, Joshua House Executive Director Delsa McEwen comments:

(Delsa McEwen 7-20-18)

State Assemblyman Cliff Crouch along with Sidney Village Officials toured the Division Street Joshua House Facility in Sidney this afternoon, Crouch has served on a Task Force dealing with the changes that are facing the developmentally disabled, he told WCDO News that he will do whatever he can legislatively in the 2019 Legisaltive Session:

(Cliff Crouch 7-20-18)

Joshua House currently has 4 locations in the Sidney Area, they employ 68 people currently, and they are seeking to add Direct Care Service Professionals to their staff, more information is available at 563-3994 or on the Joshua House Facebook page.
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57 year old Jeffrey Melagrano of Scarsdale has been arrested by State Police in Otsego County for Driving While Intoxicated. Melagrano allegedly called 911 to make a report Thursday night regarding an altercation in the town of Milford, responding Troopers accuse him of being intoxicated when they arrived. Melagrano had a BAC of .18 he was arraigned in Town of Hartwick court & was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $2,000 cash bail or $4,000 bond.
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State Police arrested 49 year old Martin Garcia of Illinois for Aggravated DWI with Child 15 or Under as Passenger. Troopers on patrol in the city of Oneonta observed a vehicle on Main Street cross over the double yellow lines. A traffic stop was initiated, troopers discovered Garcia was intoxicated and had three children in the vehicle. Garcia was arraigned in the town of Laurens Court & was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $1,000 cash bail or $2,000 bond.
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The Sidney American Legion is hosting a benefit for Joshua Newell, a local man who is battling leukemia, and has to travel to Buffalo for treatment, and will likely be unable to work for about 1 year. . The benefit will be held tomorrow from 1:00 to 6:00 PM with raffles, Food & live music from the Rylee Lum Band, Jason Wicks & others. The charge will be $7.00 per person, under 12 is free.
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State Police at Greene arrested 48 year old Joseph Hale of Oxford for DWI with a BAC of .14%. A trooper monitoring traffic on State Highway 12 in the town of Oxford observed the vehicle Hale was in traveling at a high rate of speed. A traffic stop was initiated Hale was arrested and issued tickets to the town of Oxford Court on August 6th; he was released to a sober third party.
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The Chenango County Relay for Life is being held Saturday in downtown Norwich, Heather Brewster of the American Cancer Society comments:

(Heather Brewster 7-20-18)

Brewster said that last year’s Chenango County efforts raised $94,000.
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The Binghamton Devils will hold an Open House tomorrow from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Floyd L. Maines Veterans Memorial Arena. The Devils will open up the season at home on Saturday, October 6th; more information is available at binghamtondevils.com or 722-7367.
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The Catholic Charities Family Color Run/Walk will be held tomorrow at Keith Clark Park in Sidney, spokesperon Tracy Martindale explains:

(Tracy Martindale 7-20-18)

Registration is from 8:15 am to 8:45 am, the Event Starts at 9:00 am, Proceeds will go to the Sidney Catholic Charities. Parking will be at the Sidney Elks Club, on River Street.
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The Bainbridge Summer Fest 2018 will be held today & tomorrow at various locations around the village. Bainbridge Chamber spokesperson June White explains:

(June White 7-20-18)

Additional information & updates are available on the Summer fest 2018 Facebook page.
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The village of Morris will conduct its 38th annual community-wide Yard Sale Day on Saturday. The event will feature dozens of family sales, food tents, and vendors in the village park.
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The Guilford Historical Society will celebrate their 20th Anniversary with an Open House at their new home at the old Guilford Center Presbyterian Church on Saturday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Assemblyman Cliff Crouch will be the guest speaker, there will be guided tours of the building, and outside the church an auction will be held of artifacts donated by members to raise funds for fuel & necessary repairs.

WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 1-4-17

wcdonews — Wed, 04 Jan 2017 20:00:38 +0000

Governor Cuomo today announced the impact of potential repeal of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act on health care coverage of New Yorkers and the state budget. If the repeal of the Affordable Care Act were enacted, an estimated 2.7 million New Yorkers would lose coverage and New York State would experience a direct state budget impact of $3.7 billion and a loss of nearly $600 million of federal funding that goes directly to counties, which they use to help lower property taxes, in the 4 county region, almost 40,000 families would be adversely affected.
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State Police responded to a 1 car fatal crash in the Town of Cortlandville. Responding troopers observed a 2001 Honda Civic that had rolled over onto its roof 23 year old Ryan Card of Cortland was driving the vehicle, he failed to negotiate a curve & drove off the west shoulder, striking some trees then rolling over down an embankment. Card was pronounced deceased at the scene. 2 passengers suffered & were taken to Syracuse area hospitals with various injuries, the investigation is ongoing.
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New York ranks 3rd on the list of Most Moved from States in 2016, according to the 2016 National Movers Study by United Van Lines. More residents were moving out of New York than into New York, with nearly 63% of moves being outbound. Residents moved due to factors including work, retirement, and family, high taxes, High utility costs & low wages, according to the study. The state that ranked worse that New York were New Jersey & Illinois, the state with the highest percentage of people moving in, was South Dakota.
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Many new laws Took effect in New York for 2017. One new law said that New Yorkers would be offered an additional opportunity to document their decision to enroll as an organ and tissue donor. All applicants for health insurance offered through the state health benefit exchange will be provided space during the application process to register for the Donate Life Registry for organ, eye, and tissue donations.
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A Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today in Oneonta, at the Fox Care Center from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 PM. Those who would like to donate Blood can download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS to make an appointment.
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On Saturday at 4:47 PM, Tioga County 911 received numerous calls regarding an explosion, On Sunday, a continued search of the named areas resulted in a blast site being located in the vicinity of Diamond Valley Road, Town of Tioga. Investigation at the scene indicated an unknown type of explosive substance was detonated in a field causing no damage but leaving a hole in the ground. The New York State Police and FBI Bomb Disposal Units processed the site with evidence collected for analysis. Collected evidence is being forwarded to the FBI lab in Quantico, Virginia for chemical testing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the State Police at 687-3961.
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State Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 22-year-old Allyson Cheechalk-Buttman, who was reported missing by her mother. She left her residence on the morning of December 29th, and she may have traveled by bus to New York City, she was last seen wearing a light brown coat, green fleece, dark pants and black sneakers. She is a white female, 5’6”, 160 pounds, with brown-hazel eyes and medium brown hair. The public is asked to call the State Police at 775-1241 with information.
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State Police arrested 31-year-old Anna Rodriguez of Binghamton for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol in a stolen vehicle after a pursuit in the town of Sanford on Sunday afternoon. Troopers observed a vehicle traveling on State Route 17 in the town of Sanford at 94 miles per hour. The vehicle stopped briefly, then fled at a high rate of speed and crashed a short time later; Rodriguez was taken into custody & was treated for minor injuries at Wilson Memorial Hospital and released. She was charged with driving while intoxicated, unauthorized use of a vehicle, unlawfully fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle, unlawful possession of marihuana, and numerous traffic violations. Rodriguez was arraigned in the village of Deposit Court and remanded to the Broome County Jail on bail.
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Another round of scammers are trying to swindle people out of money, under the guise that they represent utility companies, Universities, or Financial Aid firms. Area Tax preparer George McLain Explains:

(George McLain 1-4-17)

McLain said that the bogus IRS calls are coming again to, he emphasized that the IRS never calls clients with issues. Anyone who receives such calls should alert law enforcement immediately, more information is available by calling McLain at 967-8858.
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The Chenango Arts Council announced a continuation in funding from the New York State Council on the Arts for the 2017 Broome, Chenango & Otsego Decentralization Grant Program. $129,280 is available to non-profit organizations and artists who partner with an eligible non-profit for cultural initiatives in 2017, for grants up to $5,000 each. More information is available at chenangoarts.org or by e-mail to: info@chenangoarts.org.

WCDO NEWS MONDAY 1-11-16

wcdonews — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 20:10:48 +0000

Federal prosecutor Preet Bharara reported that his investigation has found insufficient evidence of any federal crime in Governor Cuomo’s closing of New York’s Moreland Commission. Cuomo appointed the commission in 2013 to investigate public corruption by state officials, Cuomo closed down the commission following an agreement with lawmakers to enact ethics reforms. Bharara took over the commission’s files and recently convicted Former Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver & Former State Senate Leader Dean Skelos, but after “a thorough investigation”, his office has concluded there’s currently “insufficient evidence to prove a federal crime.”
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 30-year-old Jennifer Morris of East Branch, for 1 count of Criminal Contempt. Morris is accused of violating a Delaware County Court Order of Protection issued in 2013 upon her conviction for Falsely Reporting an Incident after making threats through social media, to the Walton Central School District. Morris was ordered to “refrain from the use of any Internet capable or texting device unless in the presence of an agency approved by the court or the probation department”. Morris created and maintained a Facebook account which violated the Court Order. Morris was arrested and was released on an Appearance Ticket to appear in the Town of Hancock Court on January 18th.
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Area State Assemblyman Pete Lopez announced today that he will be suspending his bid to replace Congressman Chris Gibson in New York’s 19th Congressional District and is now officially seeking re-election in the 102nd Assembly District. Lopez announced that his father was recently diagnosed with cancer, & he is the eldest of 4 children, is the only sibling living in close proximity to his parents, & that he and his wife Bridget are their main caregivers. Lopez announced that he carries the additional responsibility of serving as a health proxy for his father & will need to stay closer to home.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 38-year-old Thomas Kern of Sidney on 1 count of aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, following a civilian report of a suspicious person in the Village of Walton. Kern was additionally charged with unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle and operating a motor vehicle with an open container of an alcoholic beverage, he was released on traffic tickets returnable to Walton Village Court at a later date.
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Oneonta city officials are reminding area residents that vehicles must not be left parked on city streets during a snowstorm, or after a snowfall of 2 1/2 inches. Vehicles found on the streets after that level of snowfall will be towed at the owner’s expense. Several other stipulations are in effect as well, details can be obtained by calling the city clerk’s office at 432-6450
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Cornell Cooperative Extension of Delaware County will be conducting NYSERDA’s free energy workshops titled “EMPOWER Save Energy, Save Dollars.” Those who attend will learn how to reduce energy bills with low-cost, no-cost actions. The next Workshop is Saturday, January 23rd from 10:00 AM until 12:00 Noon at the Sidney Memorial Library. Preregistration is available at the Sidney Public Library Front Desk or through Cornell Cooperative Extension of Delaware County at 865-6531.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 35-year-old Michal Grenda of Illinois, on one count of aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle in the third degree following a traffic stop in the Town of Walton. Grenda was additionally charged with unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle and failure to keep right. The defendant was later released on traffic tickets returnable to Walton Town Court at a later date.
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Governor Cuomo unveiled the 11th proposal of his 2016 agenda; a $200 million competition to revitalize Upstate airports. The proposal is designed to enhance airports throughout Upstate New York, and promote new opportunities for regional economic development and partnership between the public and private sectors.
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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested 18 year old Dylan Groat of Walton for 3rd degree Grand Larceny. Groat is accused of removing a dirt bike from a business in the Town of Walton; the dirt bike was located and returned to the owner. Groat was arranged in the Town of Walton Court and remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $1,000 cash bail. Groat is to re-appear in the Town of Walton Court at a later date.
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A City of Norwich resident was arrested by the Chenango County Sheriff’s for 10 counts of Petty Larceny. 24 year old Stephen Brady is accused of taking cash from his register during his shift on ten separate occasions at the Norwich Wal-Mart during the course of his employment. Brady is scheduled to appear in Town of Norwich Court at a later date.
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P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-13-14

wcdonews — Thu, 13 Mar 2014 16:42:39 +0000

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 28-year-old Brendon King of Unadilla, for Unlawful Possession of Marijuana and Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor vehicle. King is accused of operating a motor vehicle while having a suspended status, with no driver’s license & for possessing marijuana. 33-year-old Lisa Bohigian of Sidney was charged with Unlawful Possession of Marijuana, for alleged possessing marijuana while visiting with her probation officer, they were released on appearance tickets on the possession charges & King was issued a Traffic Summons for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation for Delhi Court on March 18^th.

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State Police from Endwell arrested 23-year-old Mary-Jo Schad of Binghamton for Endangering the Welfare of a Child and 2^nd degree Harassment. Troopers responded to a report of a dispute in Dickinson, Schad is accused of shoving & punching another person while in front of 3 children. Schad was arraigned in the Town of Chenango Court and released without bail; an order of protection was issued against her.

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Assembly Democrats are opposed to Governor Cuomo’s proposal for a property-tax freeze and will instead seek a plan to tie property taxes to household income. The governor has made the two-year tax freeze a hallmark of his 2014 agenda, but it’s facing growing opposition among lawmakers. Assembly speaker Sheldon Silver said the Democrat-led Assembly will propose a plan to tie property taxes to household income. The plan will be in the Assembly’s one-house budget. The state’s fiscal year starts April 1st & Cuomo and lawmakers are working toward a compromise.

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Governor Cuomo announced today the newly established Student Protection Unit within the Department of Financial Services. The department has launched its website, with information to help students make financial choices when financing their educations. The website is located at dfs.ny.gov/studentprotection.

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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand unveiled a plan to make child care more affordable and accessible for working parents. Under the plan the maximum credit would rise from $1,050 to $3,000 per child by raising the percentage of the tax credit to 50%, doubling the amount of eligible expenses to $12,000. The tax credit would be refundable to help those who are working the most, but don’t earn enough to use the tax credit. Gillibrand is also a cosponsor of the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act, which was last reauthorized in 1996. Last year, the state received $98 million in those funds to help low-income families

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Housing costs in New York rose sharply relative to income from 2000 to 2012, with more than ½ of renters, and more than 1/3 of homeowners paying at least 30% of their income for a place to live, according to State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli. The percentage of households with rents above the affordability level rose from 40.5% in 2000 to 50.6% in 2012, while the percentage of homeowners above the affordability level rose from 26.4% to 33.9% over the same period. The report is available at osc.state. ny.us.

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Congressman Richard Hanna received the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s “Spirit of Enterprise Award,” given annually to Congressional members based on rankings of key votes. The U.S. Chamber recognized Hanna for his support of pro-growth, pro-jobs policies during the first session of the 113th Congress. Hanna received a 92% rating from the Chamber for 2013, and collectively holds a 95% ranking during his tenure in Congress.

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Distribution of Greek yogurt, through the federal school lunch program, will expand to 12 states. The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the expansion, they have been testing the Greek yogurt on school breakfast and lunch menus as a higher-protein alternative to regular yogurt. New York was 1of 4 states selected for the pilot program that began last year. The school lunch program will also be offered in the fall in Arizona, California, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Illinois, Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee, Vermont and Washington.

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A.M. NEWS MONDAY 10-14-13

wcdonews — Mon, 14 Oct 2013 09:57:50 +0000

24-year-old Robert Griswold of Harpursville was charged Thursday, with felony second-degree burglary by state police. Police investigated a home burglary on Doolittle Road in Colesville on September 21^st; Griswold is accused of entering the home without permission and taking property. Griswold was arraigned at the Colesville town court and sent to the Broome County jail without bail.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office has charged 23 year old Jeffrey Blunk of Endwell with Criminal Possession of a Weapon Friday afternoon; he is accused of possessing a homemade explosive device. Blunk is also wanted by the State of Illinois in connection with possessing explosives and methamphetamine. The investigation in Broome County is continuing and other charges are likely in this case. Blunk was arraigned in the Town of Union Court and was be remanded to the Broome County Jail without bail.

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The Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the Free Collaboration dinner to include Bainbridge, Sidney and Unadilla Chamber members today at Main Street Grill and Bakery in Afton. The social will be at 5:30 pm with dinner at 6:00 pm.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-19-13

wcdonews — Fri, 19 Jul 2013 18:57:48 +0000

Assemblyman Cliff Crouch will host another forum on SATURDAY from 9:00 A.M. TO 11:00 A.M. about the NY SAFE Act at Walton Central School. Crouch will be joined by Delaware County Sheriff Thomas Mills and Delaware County Clerk Sharon O’Dell.
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The American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Chenango County will get underway tonight and runt through tomorrow morning. The Relay For Life will begin 6:30 p.m. at the Chenango County Fairgrounds; more information is available at relayforlife.org/chenangocountyny.
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State troopers in Oneonta arrested Samir Champaneri of Illinois for Felony Driving While Intoxicated with a child less then 15 years of age in the vehicle, Endangering the Welfare of a Child and Consumption of an Alcoholic Beverage in a Motor Vehicle. The arrest resulted from a traffic stop on State Route 28 in Oneonta, Champaneri was arraigned in Oneonta Town Court and remanded to the Otsego County Jail in lieu of $2,500.00 cash bail/bond. He is scheduled to reappear before the Town of Oneonta Court on August 22nd.
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State Troopers arrested 32-year-old Reginald Bridgeforth of Oneonta for 3rd degree Attempted Assault and Trespassing. The arrest resulted from an investigation into a reported altercation on Pine Cliff Circle in the Town of Davenport, Bridgeforth was arraigned before the Town of Davenport Court and remanded to the Delaware County Jail in lieu of $8,000.00 cash bail/ $16,000.00 bond, and he will appear in the Town of Oneonta Court on July 23rd.
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Tonight at 9:00 pm The Shire Pub in Delhi will be hosting a fundraiser for Habitat of Delaware County. Local band Betwixt Bothered & Bewildered will perform. Habitat for Humanity of Delaware County officials are planning for a building project in the Delhi area. Additional information regarding Habitat for Humanity of Delaware County is available by accessing delawarecountyhabitat.org or at 746-9987.
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The annual Chenango County Republican Committee Lobsterfest will be held this Sunday in Norwich. The event will run from 12:00 noon until 4:00 PM at the Canasawacta country club in Norwich, the event is a top fundraiser for republican candidates for a variety of races involving Chenango county offices.
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The Chenango county sheriffs department 35 year old Richard Taft of Greene for 2nd degree Unlawful Surveillance. Taft is accused of covertly recording a victim without their knowledge or consent, he was processed and arraigned in the Village of Green Court and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $1,000 cash bail.
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Local organizers announced the inaugural 5K Run-Walk through the City of Norwich to support the St. Baldrick’s Foundation for childhood cancer research. The 5K run/walk will be held on Saturday, September 28th where it will start and end at East Park, in the City of Norwich at 9:00 am. Registration is available at stbaldricks.org/events/2013Norwich5K.
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The Ottawa Senators announced today that they have signed Binghamton Senators head coach Luke Richardson to a one-year contract extension. Also receiving one-year extensions are assistant coaches Steve Stirling and Matt Meacham. Richardson led an inexperienced Binghamton team to a 44-24-1-7 record in his rookie season as a head coach, finishing fourth in the AHL’s Eastern Conference.
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A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-1-13

wcdonews — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 18:56:19 +0000

State Police in Owego, New York, arrested 4 suspects for stealing over $118,000 worth of electronics from trailers at the Best Buy Warehouse parking lot in the Town of Nichols, troopers arrested 24 year old LANCE DEGRAFFENREID of Illinois, 19 year old DEVONTE HENRY of Illinois, 35 year old ROLAND JACKSON of, Wisconsin and 24 year old RICKY PEARSON of Illinois, for 2^nd degree Grand Larceny, they were arraigned & were remanded to the Tioga County Jail on $50,000 bail. The investigation is continuing.

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State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman today announced that he is leading a coalition of more than a dozen states in filing a friend-of-the-court brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to strike down the federal Defense of Marriage Act, which refuses to recognize for same-sex marriages valid under state law. The brief will be filed today in the case of United States vs. Windsor, other states involved in the filing include Massachusetts, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Iowa, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington and the District of Columbia.