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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A joint investigation with State Police Investigators at Sidney and Binghamton has led to the arrest of 32-year-old James Blackman of Afton. Troopers received a report accusing Blackman of inappropriate behavior with children, the investigation revealed that Blackman allegedly raped and sexually abused 2 children under the age of 11 on multiple occasions in Chenango County. Blackman was charged with 2 counts of Predatory Sex Assault Against a Child, 4 counts of Criminal Sex Act, 2 counts of Sex Abuse, and 2 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Blackman was arraigned and remanded to the Chenango County Jail.

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Helios Care will hold their annual Daffodil Jazz Brunch fundraiser Saturday in Franklin, Helios Care Spokesperson Alicia Fish explains:

(Alicia Fish 4-26-22)

More information is available at helioscare.org/daffodil, or by calling 432-6773.

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Hartwick College is sponsoring the “Hawks Town Fever” street fair in Oneonta this Saturday, from 1:00 to 5:00 PM On Main Street between Chestnut Street and Ford Avenue. The event will include carnival games, zip lines, live music, food trucks, The event is free and open to the public.

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The Oxford Village Tree Board will be holding its 35th “Tree City USA” Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday at 9:00 am at the LaFayette Park bandstand. Plans include a proclamation, Tree City USA flag presentation, and a giveaway of seedling evergreen trees and a variety of seedling shrubs. More information is available at treeboard.oxfordny.com or (607) 843-2512.

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SUNY Broome is holding their Spring Open House this weekend on Saturday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon at the SUNY Broome Ice Center. SUNY faculty and staff will be present to talk to prospective students & their families, Registration is required at sunybroome.edu/open-house

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“Beatles For Sale” will play at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater Saturday Night, the Doors open at 6:00 pm. Tickets will be available at the door or reserve at 607-288-3882. Also, The Fine Arts Show will be featured in the gallery, more information is available at jerichoarts.com.

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A State DEC patrol caught 30 teenagers holding a party with alcohol on Friday, April 22, at the Charles Baker State Forest in Sherburne. The group included teens ranging in age from 15 to 19 years old, including an unidentified 18-year-old from Norwich, who allegedly had 3 cases of beer, who was charged with underage possession of alcohol in a State Forest.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-29-22

The HALos Board of Directors announced their Open House at their facility at 146 Main Street in Afton tomorrow, Spokesperson Joyce Humphrey comments:

(Joyce Humphrey 4-26-22)

More information about HALos is available by calling (607) 639-4256.

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

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The State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that starting Today, eastbound traffic on I-88 will be crossed over to the westbound lanes from just west of Exit 19 in Worcester to Exit 21 in Richmondville. The crossover will result in one lane of travel in each direction, the on-ramp at Exit 20 eastbound will close, followed by the westbound off ramp at Exit 19. The crossover and ramp closures are expected to be in place for approximately 5 months. Motorists are urged to slow down and drive responsibly in work zones.

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The Broome County District Attorney’s Office announced 29 year old Corey Carney of Conklin was sentenced to serve 7 years in prison for attempted burglary. On October 14th 2021, Carney unlawfully entered an apartment on Louisa Street in Binghamton with two other males and attempted to steal property. Carney is also facing 5 years of post-release supervision.

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