The Norwich Chapter of the St. Baldrick’s Foundation will hold a fundraising raffle today & tomorrow at Hidden Springs Brewery in the town of Norwich. Organizer Jamie Burchill explains:

(Jamie Burchill 9-15-23)

Burchill said that they are already gearing up for next year’s St. Baldrick’s event in March, last year they raised of $50,000 dollars with the event, to raise money to fight Childhood Cancer.

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Sidney Village Police arrested 33 year old Codey Miner of Sidney for burglary, criminal possession of a weapon, criminal mischief, endangering the welfare of a child, preventing an emergency call and menacing 2nd degree. Miner released on own recognizance &will appear back in court later this month.

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The annual Sidney Center Tractor Parade will be held tomorrow at 12:00 Noon. A chicken barbecue will also be set up at the Sidney Center Fire House, Registration is from 9:00 to 11:45 A.M.

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The City of the Hills Festival will be held this weekend in Downtown Oneonta. The event will be held both Saturday & Sunday with arts, music & food available, it is free to attend & is sponsored by the Community Arts Network of Oneonta.

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The State Department of Health released a report regarding tobacco related cancers from 2016 – 2020. Approximately 46,000 cases of tobacco-related cancers are diagnosed in New York State each year. Among the four cancers most closely related to tobacco, rates of esophagus, larynx and lung cancer have steeply declined, but oral cancer increased by 1.3%. Tobacco-related cancers make up 40% of all State cancer cases diagnosed annually. Also 22.5% of high school students reported use of e-cigarettes in the past 30 days; 6.8% of middle school students reported the same. The New York State Smokers’ Quitline is available by calling 1-866-NY-QUITS or nysmokefree.com.

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An AMBA Blood Screening Clinic is being held Saturday by The Tri-County Chapter of New York State Women, at the Sidney Elks Club. The money raised from the $10.00 sponsor fee are used for local high school scholarships. Call 1-800-234-8888 for an appointment, prescriptions from your health care provider are required.

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Blues on the Bridge returns to Binghamton for the 21st year on Saturday, The event is centered around the South Washington Street Bridge. Numerous area bands will perform, More than 50 food tents and other vendors will be set up, more information is available at bluesonthebridge.com.

A.M. NEWS Friday 9-15-23

The Demolition of 27 Market Street in Oneonta will begin today. The building and site have been condemned and deemed unsafe. Absolutely no one is allowed on or near the work area except for the asbestos abatement contractor’s crews. There will be no parking on Chestnut Street Extension except for deliveries, on Monday, building demolition operations will begin, followed by backfilling and grading the site for parking. The project is expected to continue until the end of October.

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Delaware Valley Humane Society & Waste Recovery Enterprises have teamed up for the 4th consecutive year for the Heavy Metal Haul Out, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga said that they will do the fundraiser differently this year:

(Erin Insinga 8-23-23)

More information about the fundraiser or adoptions is available at 563-7780.

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September is Suicide awareness Month, and 2 events will be coming this month to raise awareness & raise funds to combat the continuing suicide problem. Karen Heisig is the Director of the Greater New York Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, she talked about Tomorrow’s Walk in Oneonta:

(Karen Heiseg 9-15-23)

Heiseg said Saturday’s Oneonta Walk will be at the 6th Ward Booster Club Field, another will be on September 24th starting at SUNY Delhi at 12:00 Noon, people can register for the walks at AFSP.ORG/Oneonta or AFSP.Org/Delaware County, more information is also available at 315-664-0346.

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The Rock Band Jimkata returns home for a show at the Foothills Performing Arts Center Saturday Night, Spokesman Geoff Doyle explains:

(Geoff Doyle 9-15-23)

Doyle said that a few tickets were still available at the box office or at foothillspac.org. for Saturday Night’s show.

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State Police and local law enforcement will be out in force through Labor Day weekend in order to crack down on impaired and reckless driving during Labor Day weekend. The enforcement period runs through Monday, September 4, the State Police will increase patrols to combat drunk, impaired, and reckless driving throughout this Labor Day weekend.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on New York State highways will be suspended from 6 am. on Friday, September 1, to 6 am. on Tuesday, September 5, to ease travel throughout Labor Day weekend. Suspension of roadside construction during a weekend of increased traffic also helps protect the safety of highway workers, including those in organized labor, during a holiday that honors the ideals of the labor movement.

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Delaware County Board of Elections are alerting County Residents that Individuals have been going door to door impersonating County Board of Elections staff. These individuals are confronting voters regarding their registration status and accusing voters of committing crimes. If you encounter one of these individuals in Delaware County, please call 607-832-5321 immediately. The Delaware County Board of Elections has already notified local law enforcement.

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State Police are currently recruiting to add to their numbers, especially those who live in the Troop C coverage area. Troop C Recruiting Officer Trooper Lauren Warner Told WCDO News of some of the requirements to become a State Trooper:

(Trooper Lauren Warner 9-1-23)

Trooper Warner Said that anyone interested in Becoming a State Trooper can visit JoinStatePolice.Ny.Gov, or call her at Troop C Headquarters at 607-561-7400, the current deadline to apply is October 1st.

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September is Suicide awareness Month, and 2 events will be coming this month to raise awareness & raise funds to combat the continuing suicide problem. Karen Heisig is the Director of the Greater New York Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, she talked about how people can get involved in the cause:

(Karen Heiseg 9-1-23)

Heiseg said that there will be a Walk at the 6th Ward Booster Club Field in Oneonta on September 16th starting at 8:00 AM, another will be on September 24th starting at SUNY Delhi at 12:00 Noon, people can register for the walks at AFSP.ORG/Oneonta or AFSP.Org/Delaware County, more information is also available at 315-664-0346.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 9-1-23

The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual “Bainbridge Days” today & tomorrow, Chamber Spokesperson June White explains:

(June White 9-1-23)

More information about the Bainbridge Chamber is available at 967 8700 or on their Facebook Page.

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A Renaissance Fair will be held Saturday & Sunday at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich, the activities will be held from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM both days. Guests are encouraged to attend in period costume, On site parking is free.

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A Red Cross Blood Drive is being held Saturday in Oneonta from 8 am. – 1 pm. at the Southside Mall Oneonta YMCA, , Schedule an appointment to give by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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