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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.

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Governor Cuomo today announced that 39 businesses have joined START-UP NY and will expand in or locate to New York State through the tax-free program associated with colleges and universities across the state. The 39 have committed to create 817 new jobs and invest more than $30 million over the next 5 years. Locally at Binghamton University, 140 new jobs will be created through i3 Assemblies; a new manufacturing company that offers that produces electronic components medical diagnostic/imaging devices, cutting-edge space exploration and satellite technology; The Company will invest $8.2 million.
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The Broome County District Attorney’s Office arrested 54 year old Ned Woodruff of Windsor for making a terroristic threat, for allegedly threatening a Broome County Judge Joseph Cawley. Woodruff is accused of threatening to kill Judge Cawley, unless the Judge ruled favorably in a criminal matter, as Woodruff was charged with harassment last year after his home was burglarized and $280,000 was reportedly stolen from his home. Woodruff was arraigned in Binghamton City Court and was remanded to the Broome County Jail without bail.
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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce’s annual dinner will be held Saturday night at the Sundown Golf Course in Guilford. This year’s Citizen of the Year is John Payne, and the business of the year if Nana’s Keepsakes. Local Assemblyman Cliff Crouch will be the guest Speaker.
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There are only a few more days to notify the “Operation Merry Christmas” staff about specific gifts for underprivileged children in our area. Coordinator Ginny Ireland said that the tags on the Christmas Trees would be in area stores shortly:

(Ginny Ireland 10-28-16)

Ireland said that the give away day on December 10th would be in a new location at 44 Grand Street in Sidney.
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Magic City Music Hall announced today that Saturday evening’s concert with Rusted Root would be the venue’s final show. Over the past year the Music Hall has produced more than 2 dozen major concerts, including by REO Speedwagon, Kansas, and Third Eye Blind, among others. Ticket refunds for shows with Chase Rice and Josh Turner remain available at the place of purchase, including the Magic City Music Hall Box Office, as are refunds for any other previously postponed or cancelled concerts. The Music Hall Box Office will be open for refunds through 6:00 PM on Monday, after that, refunds may be obtained by sending a stamped, self-addressed envelope to Magic City, P.O. Box 462, Endicott.
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THE SIDNEY FOOTBALL TEAM IS SET TO FACE HARPURSVILLE-AFTON ON SATURDAY IN THE SECTION-4, CLASS-D SEMIFINALS. BUT BEFORE THE GAME CAN BE PLAYED A HEARING WILL BE HELD TODAY TO DETERMINE IF THE HORNETS ARE STILL ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE GAME. WCDO SPORTS DIRECTOR NATE LULL HAS THE DETAILS…

(NATE LULL 10-28-16)

WCDO SPORTS WILL HAVE MORE INFORMATION AFTER THE HEARING IS COMPLETED & A RULING AS BEEN ISSUED.
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The Delaware County Board of Elections reminds county voters that they will be open extra hours tomorrow & Saturday November 5th from 9:00 AM until Noon for absentee voting. More information is available at 832-5321
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The Norwich Pumpkin Festival is preparing to celebrate their 18th year of FREE family fun and entertainment today & tomorrow. Activities are scheduled in East and West Parks in downtown Norwich with live music, street performers, contests, food & craft vendors and fireworks. More information is available at norwichpumpkinfestival.com.
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A blood drive will be held in Afton Saturday morning, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, at the Afton United Methodist Church, at 34 Spring Street. Appointments can be made through the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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(Heastie 1-7-16)

Governor Cuomo will deliver his State of the State address to the Legislature on January 13th.
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Magic City Music Hall today announced their 2016 line up of events, with 11 concerts bundled up in a “MEGA TICKET” format. Magic City Owner Stu Green explains:

(Stu Green 1-7-16)

Green said that upcoming concerts will be by Justin Moore, The Outlaws, The Marshall Tucker Band, Kansas, Starship featuring Mickey Thomas, and The Charlie Daniels Band, also there will be a Super Bowl Bash on Sunday, February 7th, featuring NFL Legends, Lem Barney, Roman Gabriel, Tom Matte and Ray Perkins.
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The Chenango United Way has announced that the organization has met and surpassed its fall 2015 campaign goal. As of January 4th, they had raised $410,670, which is 102% of the $402,000 goal.
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The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting today in the Guilford School Cafeteria at 6:30 PM. The Board of Education will also hold an additional special meeting on January 11, 2016 at 6:00 PM in the District Conference Room to meet with Alan Pole, Education Consultant, regarding the Superintendent Search.

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The State Legislature reconvened at the State Capitol in Albany this afternoon for the first day of the 2016 Legislative Session. Local Assemblyman Cliff Crouch comments:

(Crouch 1-7-16)

Assemblyman Pete Lopez also commented:

(Lopez 1-7-16)

Governor Cuomo will deliver his State of the State address on Wednesday January 13th in Albany.
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Former State Court Of Appeals Chief Judge Judith Kaye has died at age 77. Judge Kaye was also the first woman to serve on the Court of Appeals, & the first woman to serve as chief judge; she served in that post for 15 years before being compelled to retire after turning 70 in 2008;
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The Sidney Rotary Club & the Sidney High School will host a Heroin & Substance Abuse night on February 10th. Sidney Rotary Club Spokesperson Lorraine Keckeisen told WCDO News why this is planned & who is on the panel:

(Lorraine Keckeisen 1-7-16)

Panel discussions about prevention, intervention & recovery are scheduled. Registration is requested at 561-7712.
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State Police arrested 30-year-old John Markham of Chenango Forks for 3 counts of criminal contempt, aggravated harassment and trespassing, following 3 reports harassing an individual over period of a week. Markham allegedly violated an order of protection & left a threatening voice mail, he was arraigned in the Town of Fenton court and was remanded to the Broome County jail with no bail set, he faces court action on January 12th.
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State Police arrested 24-year-old Christian Passela of Greene, for criminal contempt and harassment. This arrest occurred after troopers were advised of an incident on December 30th where Passela allegedly followed the victim to work and drove erratically near them, which violated an order of protection. Passela will return to the Town of Greene court on January 26.