Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies observed a vehicle traveling at 80 mph in a posted 55 mph zone in the town of Colchester. A traffic stop was conducted, 61-year-old Mark Mclaren of Hortonville was driving in unregistered vehicle without insurance, he was issued tickets for Speeding & Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended/Revoked Registration, Mclaren was released & is scheduled to appear in the Town of Colchester Court at a later date to answer the charges.

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The Otsego County Health Department reported that a raccoon located in Unadilla has tested positive for rabies. Anyone seeking information on rabies can call the Health Department tat 547-4230, or go to otsegocounty.com for more information. All county residents are encouraged to get their pets vaccinated as soon as possible & to keep their pets updated against rabies.

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The Broome County Special Investigations Task Force executed a narcotics search warrant in the Town of Chenango, at the Comfort Inn on Upper Front Street. 42 year old James Konidis of Binghamton is accused of throwing a package of narcotics out of his 4th floor window in an attempt to hide or dispose of the drugs, investigators located 6.1 grams of Fentanyl thrown from the window, plus they seized methamphetamine as well as a scale for weighing narcotics from the room. Konidis was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tampering with /Attempting to Conceal or Destroy with Physical Evidence, Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia, Konidis was taken to Central Arraignment at the Broome County Sheriff’s Correctional Facility for processing and arraignment.

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Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand visited the Southern Tier Crime Analysis Center to announce Senate passage of her FEND Off Fentanyl Act. Fentanyl is 50 times stronger than heroin, the majority of illegal fentanyl entering the United States is made with Chinese precursor chemicals and manufactured in Mexico. This bill will empower the U.S. government to go after the cartels bringing Fentanyl into the US and those producing and shipping the precursor materials. The law also enhances sanctions enforcement and gives the Treasury Department tools to combat fentanyl-related money laundering.

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Norwich Theater Company will present the The Wizard of Oz! with performances Tonight & Saturday Night at 7:00 pm, with a matinee Sunday, at 2:00 pm. Tickets are available from Norwich Theater Company by calling 607-244-3852 or visiting norwichtheatercompany.org, or at the Box Office at the Martin W. Kappel Theater, 27 West Main Street, Norwich.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is looking for Berny Perez-Nunez, who is wanted on a warrant for Criminal Possession of a Weapon. Perez-Nunez is described as a white/Hispanic male, 5’10, weighing 270 pounds with brown eyes and hair. Anyone with information on Perez-Nunez’s location is asked to contact the sheriff’s office at Gobroomecounty.com or (607) 778-1911

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-28-23

State Police arrested 3 teens after fleeing from law enforcement in a vehicle. Troopers were in Endicott they observed a Hyundai Elantra that was reported stolen out of the Syracuse area. Troopers attempted to make a traffic stop, The vehicle accelerated and failed to comply. Numerous violations occurred through multiple villages, towns and city. While on Interstate 81 near exit 5, Troopers deployed a Stinger, which is a tire deflation device, All 4 tires deflated and 3 juvenile occupants were taken into custody, they were charged with Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, the 16-year-old driver was also charged Unlawfully Fleeing from a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle. All were arraigned at Youth Part Court.

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Commerce Chenango will host the 1st “Taste of Chenango” event Tomorrow in Norwich, Commerce Chenango CEO Sal Testani said that they hope for a large crowd of people to come out for this 1st time event at the Chenango County Fairgrounds:

(Sal Testani 7-28-23)

Testani said that musical acts Jason Wicks & The Nate Gross band will perform, the event will be from 1:00 o 7:00 PM on Saturday, more information is available at commercechenango.com or by calling 334-1400.

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A Stevie Nicks/ Fleetwood Mac Tribute band “Gold Dust Woman” will appear at the Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta tonight, spokesman Geoff Doyle said that this tribute band is as close as it gets to the real thing:

(Geoff Doyle 7-28-23)

Tickets are available at foothillspac.org or at the box office on Market Street in Oneonta during normal business hours.

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An American Red Cross Blood drive will be held today in Cooperstown, from 12:30 pm. – 6:30 pm., at the Cooperstown Fire Department, 24 Chestnut Street. To make an appointment, simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS

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The Broome County provided an update on the progress of their new Criminal Investigations Unit at the Broome County Correctional Facility. The new unit consists of a supervisor and 2 full-time investigators, including a trained K9 handler that can search for drugs and various contraband inside the facility. The Unit has made 8 arrests resulting in 6 felonies and 3 misdemeanors, ranging from Promoting prison contraband to assault, to criminal mischief.

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43 year old Nicholas Marte of Mount Upton  was sentenced to 1 year of Drug Treatment Court, along with 5 years of felony probation supervision in Delaware County Court. On April 7, 2022, Hancock Police discovered Marte passed out in his vehicle at the Valero Parking lot, police confiscated needles and heroin. Marte pleaded guilty to Attempted Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, on Monday he was sentenced on his conviction, he must enroll in and successfully complete Adult Treatment Court.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 34 year old Jesse Dilatush of Burlington following an investigation of a burglary which occurred in 2022. Dilatush was charged with Burglary, Grand Larceny Petty Larceny & Criminal Mischief, he is accused of forcing his way into a dwelling and stealing a Kubota tractor which was later found abandoned in the Town of Burlington. Chenango County Sheriff’s Office located Dilatush in the Town of Columbus and he was turned over to investigators for arrest processing, he was being held at the Otsego County Correctional Facility pending court proceedings.

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A Stevie Nicks/ Fleetwood Mac Tribute band “Gold Dust Woman” will appear at the Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta Friday Night, spokesman Geoff Doyle said that this tribute band is as close as it gets to the real thing:

(Geoff Doyle 7-25-23)

Tickets are available at foothillspac.org or at the box office on Market Street in Oneonta during normal business hours.

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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is seeking Nominations for their annual business awards, that will be presented at their annual dinner in October. Delaware County Chamber President Ray Pucci told WCDO news about the award categories:

(Ray Pucci 7-25-23)

Pucci said that all nominees must be Delaware County Chamber of Commerce members, Nominations may be submitted to by Email to info@DelawareCounty.org, the deadline to submit nominations is July 31, the annual Dinner will be October 18th in Delhi.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 7-25-23

NYSEG reports that almost all of the power has been restored following yesterday’s storms. downed trees at State Route 7 & The I-88 Access road in Unadilla were also cleared & the road was re-opened last night.

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Commerce Chenango will host the 1st “Taste of Chenango” event on July 29 in Norwich, Commerce Chenango CEO Sal Testani told WCDO News that the number of vendors has been increasing for this Saturday’s event at the Chenango County Fairgrounds:

(Sal Testani 7-25-23)

Testani said that musical acts Jason Wicks & The Nate Gross band will perform, the event will be from 1:00 o 7:00 PM on Saturday, more information is available at commercechenango.com or by calling 334-1400.

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The American Red Cross will have 2 more Blood Drives today, one will be in Garrattsville from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the New Lisbon Town Hall, another will be in Roxbury from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Carriage House at the Jay Gould Memorial Church, on Main Street, to make an appointment, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS

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Delaware County District Attorney’s Office announced that 41 year old Mary Cutting of Sidney appeared in Delaware County Court Monday & was arraigned on a sealed indictment, which was unsealed & accuses Cutting of selling fentanyl in the Village of Sidney on January 19th, another Count accuses her of selling methamphetamine in the Village of Sidney on January 25th. Cutting pleaded not guilty, she was released from custody, and faces court action on July 31st. Cutting could face up to 9 years in State Prison if convicted.

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Commerce Chenango will host the 1st “Taste of Chenango” event on July 29 in Norwich, Commerce Chenango CEO Sal Testani visited the WCDO Morning Show today & explained what they are planning:

(Sal Testani 7-11-23)

Testani said that musical acts Jason Wicks & The Nate Gross band will perform, the event will be from 1:00 o 7:00 PM on July 29th, more information is available at commercechenango.com or by calling 334-1400, those interested in becoming a vendor can call 226-2211.

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37 year old Leroy Poole was sentenced to 4 years in State Prison and 2 years of post-release supervision in Broome County Court. Poole pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance for possessing fentanyl with intent to sell, The Broome County Special Investigations Unit executed a search warrant at Poole’s residence and seized cocaine, methamphetamines, a scale, packaging materials & fentanyl, he was on probation from a 2021 felony narcotics possession charge.

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The Greater Oneonta Historical Society will host the 2nd in a series called “Let’s Talk Oneonta Baseball” Today from 6:00-8:00 pm at 183 Main Street. Special guest Helen Rees is the daughter of the late Jim Konstanty on Oneonta, who was the National League’s Most Valuable Player in 1950 for the Philadelphia Phillies. The Society’s Baseball related display continues through September 1. This informal event is free and open to the public, more information, is available at (607) 432-0960.

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The Otsego County Department Of Health will have a free rabies clinic today for dogs, cats & ferrets at the Edmeston Town Barn from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, more information is available at 607-547-4230.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 7-11-23

The Norwich Police Department is investigating a homicide. Around 6:30 pm. on Sunday, officers responded to 89 North Broad St. for a welfare check and missing person complaint. During an investigation, police found the body of 44-year-old Alisa Ann Martin in the residence. Norwich Police are working closely with the State Police and Chenango County Sheriff’s Office. Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Norwich Police at 607-336-8477.

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Delaware County Sheriffs Deputies received a Trespassing complaint in the Town of Davenport. The investigation revealed that 73 year old George Sydlar had called 911 3 times on July 6th and more than 20 times prior to report similar incidents which were all determined to be unfounded. Deputies arrested Sydlar for falsely reporting an incident, he was released on an appearance ticket to the Town of Davenport court at a later date.

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Oneonta Mayor Mark Drnek announced that a visit to Fox Hospital over the weekend resulted in the finding of a blood clot in his lungs. Drnek said on his Twitter page that he will have a reduced schedule due to the pulmonary Embolism, but still plans on attending regularly scheduled City meetings.

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NBT Bancorp announced that it has received regulatory approval to complete the proposed merger of Salisbury Bancorp. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and the Connecticut State Banking Department both approved the Merger, and NBT received an application waiver from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The Merger is expected to close on August 11, a weekend systems conversion will follow with locations of Salisbury Bank opening as NBT Bank offices on August 14.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive is scheduled in Walton from 1:30 pm to 6:00 PM today at the Pines Brook Church. To make an appointment, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS

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State Police are investigating a reported home invasion at 5 Dorothy Road in Apalachin early this morning.   Police stated that a woman answered a knock on her door shortly before 6:00 AM, 2 men entered, there was a confrontation between a male resident & 1 of the suspects, the male resident was fatally shot, the woman was not hurt, and the 2 men fled on foot.  1 suspect was located by Police on the Vestal parkway; the other man was still at large, he is described as white, 5′ 8″ tall; wearing a dark jacket, dark pants and work boots, anyone with information should call 911.

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Delhi Police Chief Michael Mills announced the arrests of 3 people on Drug Charges Tuesday.  Delhi Police, with assistance from State Police & SUNY Delhi Police, executed a search warrant at 26 Meredith Street, they arrested 25 year old Daniel Quackenbush Jr. of Delhi, 24 year old Karolina Piwarska of Delhi, & 28 year old Chanchhayavan Chourb of Utica, on a variety of drug charges, All 3 were arraigned in the Delhi Town Court and remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $100,000 cash bail or $200,000 bond.  Police recovered cash, Crack Cocaine, heroin, digital scales, and other materials for packaging narcotics.

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New York State of Health today reported that more than 4.7 million New Yorkers have enrolled in health coverage through the end of the 6th open enrollment period on January 31st. Marketplace enrollment is now at its highest point, & the number of uninsured went from 10% in 2013, to below 5% today.

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Rock in the Park has been revived, but will move to the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich this summer.  Organizer Jason Hall explains:

(Jason Hall 5-9-19)

Hall said that Saturday’s Lineup includes Project Z, Dirt Farm, Woodshed Prophets & Wreckless Marci, Sunday will include The Jason Wicks Band, Beadle Brothers & Sundown, and Camping reservations can be made by calling 972-6526.

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The Chenango County Department of Health announced another free rabies clinic will be held this evening at the Columbus Town Garage.  The clinic for Dogs, Cats & Ferrets will run from 5:30 to 6:30 PM.

Due to a power outage, SUNY Broome cancelled classes for the 2nd straight day at their Main Campus on Front Street, due to a Transformer issue on Wednesday.  All other remote locations remained open, officials hope to have classes resume on Friday.

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The Chenango County Department of Public Works announced that the Suit-Kote Corporation & the DPW will begin working on County Road 32 between State Route 320, in the Town of Norwich and New York State Route 12, in the Town of North Norwich today.  The procedure should take about a week to complete and depending on the weather.    The traveling public is asked to find alternate routes if possible.  More information is available at 337-1710.

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The State Office of General Services announced that a surplus vehicle auction will take place today at 9:30 AM at the Department of Transportation location at 241 Colesville Road, Binghamton.  For information on specific items and terms of sale are available at nysstore.com. 

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Organizers of the annual Spiedie Fest and Balloon Rally announced that the event will be held in Otsiningo Park August 2nd through the 4th.   Jefferson Starship with Mickey Thomas will be in concert Friday, Hunter Hayes on Saturday and Kansas on Sunday.

(Gabrielle Argo 9-21-18)

The event will run from 10:00 to 2:00 PM at Keith Clark Park in Sidney.
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This Saturday, the 23rd annual “Doctors With A Heart” event will be held at Progressive Dental offices at 101 South Broad Street in Norwich, plus at their Kirkwood, Endwell & Montrose Pennsylvania locations. Spokesperson Michelle Parker explains:

(Michelle Parker 9-19-18)

The event will run from 8:00 AM to 12:00 noon, on a first come first served basis, for those with urgent dental needs, who have no money, job, or health care.
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The Unatego Touchdown Club will be holding a 5K run or Walk in Otego this Saturday. Proceeds raised by the event will benefit Unatego Athletic Programs. The run begins at 3:30 PM at the American Legion on Willow Street in Otego, Pre Registration or more information is available at 725-6315 or at the Unatego Touchdown Club” Facebook Page.
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A “Free Weekend at Noah’s World” for Delaware County Residents will be held today through Sunday at their 144 Roundhouse Road location in Oneonta. The free weekend is for Delaware County Residents with Children with Special Health Care Needs, who need help in accessing health care professionals and community resources. The event will run
today until 7:00 pm & Saturday and Sunday, from 1:00 to 5:00 PM. More information is available at noahsworld.net or by calling Delaware County Public Health at (607) 832-5200.
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19th Congressional District Candidates will be debating in Walton on Tuesday, October 16th from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., at the historic Walton Theatre on Gardiner Place. Congressional candidates who have secured a place on the ballot have been invited, including incumbent John Faso and challengers Antonio Delgado, Steven Greenfield and Diane Neal. The debate is co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters, the Delaware County Farm Bureau and the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce.
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The 2nd Annual Uncle Bear truck Show will be held on Saturday September 22nd at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge, Family Spokesperson Julie Fuller explains:

(Julie Fuller 9-21-18)

Musical acts will include Jason Wicks, Rylee Lum & others, all proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society.
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Last Year, Hurricane Maria plowed through Puerto Rico, making public health conditions for the survivors very poor, with a 1 major Hospital being destroyed, and chronically ill patients are still struggling to get the care they need. 4 Members of Bassett Hospital will be going to Puerto Rico Saturday for about a week; Dr. Celeste Johns is one of the 4:

(Dr. Celeste Johns 9-21-18)

Dr. Chris Kjolhede (Coal-Heed), a Bassett pediatrician is also going:

(Dr. Chris Kjolhede 9-21-18)

Along with Drs Johns & Kjolhede, registered nurses Anna Buell & Rachel Gaston from Bassett will make the trip along with 8 other volunteers from around New York State.
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Live Nation Urban and TCG Entertainment announced that their new production “4U: A Symphonic Celebration of Prince” will come to the Anderson Center for the Performing Arts at Binghamton University Tonight at 7:30pm. Spokesman Chris Bodnarczuk explains:

(Chris Bodnarczuk 9-21-18)

Tickets are available at the Anderson Center Box Office at (607) 777-ARTS or online at anderson.binghamton.edu
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(Al Camp)

Calling hours will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m., today, at the Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home, 14 Grand Street in Oneonta.
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Rather than going on trial, 37 year old James Giacalone of Glen Aubrey pleaded guilty In Broome County Court today to attempted aggravated assault on a police officer. Giacalone hit a trooper with his vehicle in January after a chase through Binghamton’s South Side, The trooper shot Giacalone in the face. Giacalone accepted a plea deal that he had previously rejected; he will be sentenced to 12 years in prison upon sentencing in November.
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Governor Cuomo directed the State DEC to come up with new regulations to phase out the use of hydrofluorocarbons, which is a group of potent greenhouse gas pollutants used in a wide variety of applications. The regulations would prohibit specific substances for use in new consumer products, including aerosol propellants, commercial and residential food refrigeration equipment, commercial air-conditioning equipment, light-duty vehicle air-conditioning and foam-blowing agents. The phase out, which would be implemented from 2020-2024, the DEC will be seeking input on this proposal prior to proceeding with a formal rulemaking, with the intent of finalizing a rule in 2019.
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The 2nd Annual Uncle Bear truck Show will be held on Saturday September 22nd at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge, Family Spokesperson Julie Fuller explains:

(Julie Fuller 9-10-18)

Musical acts will include Jason Wicks, Rylee Lum & others, all proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society.
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Toxic blooms of Algae have been reported in 81 lakes and ponds across New York state, according to the state DEC. The 17 new entries were added to the list in the past week, including in the Finger Lakes region. DEC Officials said that September is the peak season for blooms, most of which are harmless to humans; however certain types produce toxins that can kill dogs. The DEC lists the toxic blooms at dec.ny.gov.
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Delaware Sheriff Craig DuMond welcomed State Senator James Seward at the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office today, where Seward announced a $25,000 State Grant for the Department. Sheriff Dumond said that they will be using the grant to purchase a vehicle to be used by an Investigator in the Criminal Investigations Division.
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The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce announced that TEDxOneonta will host a “Ted” talk event Friday night at the Goodrich Theater at the SUNY Oneonta campus. A variety of topics will be covered, tickets are available at tedxoneonta.com.
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20 year old Michael Roque pleaded guilty Friday for the 2nd degree murder of Binghamton University student Joao (Joe-Ow) Souza. Roque fatally stabbed Souza in his Binghamton University dorm in April. Roque is scheduled to be sentenced on November 16.
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State Police arrested 21 year old Christopher DeGrazio of Pelham, NY for DWI with a BAC of .15%. Troopers were dispatched to a vehicle that was disabled in town of Colchester, they found DeGrazio sleeping in the driver’s seat, blocking the road to Russell Brook Campground. DeGrazio was arrested and released on appearance tickets returnable to the town of Colchester Court. He was then turned over to a sober third party.
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Fire Fighters responded to a call at A.O. Fox Hospital – Tri-Town Campus on Pearl Street in Sidney at approximately 1:00 PM Friday afternoon regarding smoke. The building was evacuated and it was later determined that a line supplying the cooling system had a crack in it and was spraying coolant into the Laboratory Department, which created a smoke-like reaction that led to an evacuation. No injuries were reported. All care services are back to operating normally.
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(Sue McIntyre 9-20-13)

McIntyre said that more information can be found on the Delaware county website, at the solid waste tab.

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The Unadilla chamber of commerce will hold the 4th Annual Autumn Fest tomorrow at the Unadilla Community Field beginning at 10 a.m. Unadilla chamber co-president Brenda Brooks comments:

(Brenda Brooks 9-20-13)

More information is available at 434-5361.

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Sidney Center’s 4th Annual Tractor Parade will be Saturday.  Sidney center improvement group president Mike Sellitti explains:

(Mike Sellitti 9-20-13)

Sellitti said that the parade line-up begins at 10:00 AM and the parade begins at Noon.   Last year over 80 vehicles participated, more than 100 vehicles are anticipated, some coning from out of state.

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Chobani officials announced that the mold that triggered a recall of some of its Greek yogurt last week is not associated with food-borne illnesses like salmonella or E-coli. The company identified the mold as a common species that usually affects fruits, vegetables and other plants, and has also been linked to previous cases of spoiled yogurt.  The company is still investigating how the yogurt became contaminated, as there was no evidence of mold on the products when they left the company’s Idaho facility.  Chobani formally recalled more than a half-dozen yogurt varieties last Thursday, with the product code 16-012 and expiration dates September 11th to October 7th.   95% of the affected products have already been pulled from shelves,

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The annual “Test Drive Your Seat” Event will be held this week at the Forum Theater in Binghamton.  Tina Niles of NAC Entertainment explains:

(Tina Niles 9-10-13)

Niles said that the first show this season is the “Addams Family” on Sunday October 13th.  Season tickets are on sale now, more information is available at 772-1391 or at BroadwayInBinghamton.com

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State police arrested 61-year-old Michael Sheridan of South Otselic for 2nd degree identity theft and 2nd degree scheming to defraud.  The arrest followed a complaint Saturday to state police at Norwich, Sheridan faces court action shortly.

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Oneonta police arrested 21-year-old Elijah Vergari of Oneonta on charges of grand larceny, criminal possession of a controlled substance and petty larceny.  Vergari was accused of talking a wallet at downtown business, and for allegedly going through parked vehicles.

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A benefit is being held for TERESA SCHERMERHORN, on September 22, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm at The Hitchin’ Post on route 7 on Belden Hill in Port Crane.  Area musical acts will perform including The Short Change Band, Jason Wicks & 9-1-1.   $10 Donations are encouraged, the fund raiser will include the Live Music, Food, Door Prizes, 50/50 Raffles, Chinese Auction, money raised will BENEFIT Teresa, who suffered a series of strokes, all money raised will help pay medical bills

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Chenango county sheriff’s deputies arrested 31-year-old Dustin Fairchild of Greene on an active arrest warrant for 3rd degree assault.  Fairchild was arrested without incident and turned over to the Greene Police Department, he faces court action shortly.