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WCDO TUESDAY NEWS 12-20-16

wcdonews — Tue, 20 Dec 2016 20:23:18 +0000

Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 32-year-old Matthew Rose of Unadilla on a sealed indictment warrant issued by the Delaware County Court, at the time of his arrest, ROSE was in possession of a small amount of marijuana, ROSE was charged with Unlawful Possession of Marijuana, plus 2 counts of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Narcotic, for allegedly selling prescription medications twice in the Village of Sidney. Rose was arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $40,000 cash bail or $80,000 secured bond.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant and arrested two residents in the Town of Colchester. Investigators charged 57-year-old Douglas James & 57 year old Karen James of Downsville, for Criminal Possession of Cocaine with the intent to sell, plus Criminal Possession of Marijuana. Investigators seized 1-½ pounds of Marijuana, plus Cocaine, $6,026 in cash, a digital scale, several rifles and Public Assistance Benefit cards. Both were arraigned & were remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $100,000 cash bail or $500,000 property bond.
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The River Club in Afton will hold their 4th annual Free Christmas Meal on Sunday, Christmas day, owner Kyle Kelly comments:

(Kyle Kelly 12-20-16)

Kelly said that they would even deliver the meals within a 10-mile radius on Christmas day, but they request a call as soon as possible in order to schedule to delivery, at 639-3060
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The State Labor department released the unemployment rate numbers by county, for the month of November today. Locally, Chenango County had 4.8%, Delaware County had 4.9% & Otsego County had 4.3% unemployment, the statewide rate dropped 1 tenth to 5.1% in November.
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State Police arrested 62-year-old Charlotte Hart of Bainbridge for Criminal Mischief, Disorderly Conduct & Harassment, after troopers responded to a report of an ongoing argument at the Xtra Mart in the Town of Bainbridge. Hart allegedly entered the store and was upset with a neighbor, who was working inside, and struck the woman in the face and smacked a cell phone from the woman’s hand. Hart was arraigned in the Town of Bainbridge Court and was released without bail being required. An order of protection was issued, she faces court action in the Town of Bainbridge on January 24th.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that New York State’s Cigarette Strike Force seized 53,307 cartons of contraband cigarettes and 261,220 untaxed cigars in 2016. The combined street value of these items is approximately $5.6 million and the seizures represent a 117% increase in illegal tobacco confiscations. Locally, The Southern Tier had only 4 cartons of illegal cigarettes confiscated, but had over 42,000 illegal cigars confiscated, which was the second highest total in the state behind New York City.
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The Oneonta Downtown Revitalization Initiative will hold their 4th meeting of the Local Planning Committee. Oneonta Mayor Gary Herzig said that they must work quickly:

(Mayor Gary Herzig 12-20-16)

Today’s meeting is open to the public & will run from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts Center.
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CDO Workforce and the BEAM Program are offering a free Interviewing Workshop on today, from 10:30 to Noon at the CDO Workforce Center, 2nd Floor, at the Sidney Civic Center. BEAM Spokesman Alan Sessions explains:

(Alan Sessions 12-20-16)

Also scheduled for today, interested residents can meet with BEAM representatives from 1:00 to 2:00 pm at the CDO Workforce Center, 2nd Floor, at the Sidney Civic Center, regarding affordable college and training opportunities. More information is available at 561-7550.
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The next Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce General meeting is this morning at 7:30am at Bob’s Diner. During this meeting, leaders of local organizations will present their plans for 2017. The meeting is open to the public.
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Matthews Ford in Norwich will host a Pet & Kid Photo Day today with Santa. The event will run from 4:30 to 6:30 PM with free refreshments available.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 7-8-16

wcdonews — Fri, 08 Jul 2016 18:56:42 +0000

Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a vacant property on Williams Road in the Town of Windsor for a report of suspicious vehicles and people on the property. Upon arrival, a deputy observed several vehicles attempting to leave, While attempting to approach a vehicle to identify and speak with it’s occupants, a 2nd vehicle driven by 17 year old Levi Wormuth of Hancock attempted to drive around the deputy, his flashlight and hand got caught in an open side window of the vehicle and he was dragged a short distance before freeing himself. Wormuth continued to drive away from the scene even after being ordered to stop; another Deputy stopped him. Wormuth was charged with Obstructing Governmental Administration, Reckless Endangerment, Operating in violation of restrictions of a junior license, he was issued an appearance ticket for Windsor court at a later date.
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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested 58-year-old Louis Brigandi Jr of Walton Wednesday, on charges of criminal possession of a weapon, criminal possession of a controlled substance, and unlawful possession of marijuana following a report of a suspicious fire on Wilderness Mountain Drive in the Town of Hamden. Deputies say Brigandi knowingly possessed a number of prescription pills without a prescription, possessed a quantity of marijuana, and possessed two firearms while having a status as a convicted felon. Brigandi was arraigned in Hamden Town Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail in lieu of $1,500 bail.
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The 21st Annual Gus Macker Basketball Tournament will be held on the streets of Downtown Norwich Saturday & Sunday. Over 400 teams have signed up for the annual 3 on 3 basketball tournaments, which draws thousands to downtown Norwich each year.
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Following the day’s games at the Gus Macker tournament in Norwich, the 11th annual Mustang Rally will be held at Matthews Ford in Norwich, spokesperson Kathy Breno explains:

(Kathy Breno 7-8-16)

Breno said that the Activities would begin at 6:00 PM; directions will be posted around Norwich, as part of Main Street will be closed due to the Macker Tournament.
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The American Red Cross is looking for more blood donations. A Blood drive will be held at the Main Street Baptist church at 333 Main Street in Oneonta tomorrow from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Another Blood drive will be held at the American Legion in Oxford from 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Appointments can be made through the Red Cross Blood Donor App, at reccrossblood.org or at 1-800-Red cross.
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The Annual ‘ROCK IN THE PARK’ event will be held at the General Clinton Park in Bainbridge tomorrow, Organizer Jason Hall explains:

(Jason Hall 7-8-16)

Gates will open at 11:00 AM, proceeds will be donated to the Chenango SPCA.
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The 40th UNADILLA CARNIVAL OF SALES continues today & tomorrow, spokesperson Linda Bickos explains:

(Linda Bickos 7-8-16)

Vendors will be lined up along Main Street & in the Community House Grounds, & there will be Village Wide Yard Sales
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The Afton fair continues today & wraps up tomorrow, spokesperson Rhonda Barriger explains:

(Rhonda Barriger 7-8-16)

This year marks the 127th edition of the Afton Fair, which wraps up tomorrow night at the fairgrounds.
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Fabulous Friday returns to Downtown Oneonta Tonight, featuring National Touring act Buffalo & Brandy in the Muller Plaza from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. There will be a meatball contest, face painting, Italian ice and strawberry shortcake at the Oneonta History Center. If it rains, the event will be moved to Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street.
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Delaware County DPW will begin oil & stone operations in the northern sections of the county Monday. Work will begin on County Route 9 & will continue on county routes 29, 30, 33, 12 & 10, work will then move south to routes 4, 27, 47, 20 & 67. The project is expected to take about 3 weeks to complete.
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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-6-16

wcdonews — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 18:43:56 +0000

21-year-old Pate Balde of the Bronx was arrested in the Town of Davenport Tuesday morning and charged with possessing narcotic drugs with intent to sell following a collaborative investigation by the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office, Oneonta City Police Department and State Police. Balde was arrested at the Rock Inn Motel on State Highway 23, Oneonta, and charged with 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Unlawful Possession a Marihuana. A search of the motel room, led to the seizure of 65 bags of heroin, 17 individual “wraps” of crack cocaine, powder cocaine, a small quantity of marihuana and more than $1000 cash. Balde was arraigned & he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility in lieu of $150,000 cash bail pending further court proceedings.
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Oneonta Fire Department responded to a fire on Monday at 130 Chestnut Street shortly after 2:00 AM. The fire displaced 4 people, all escaped the blaze, but 2 occupants suffered smoke inhalation. The investigation into the cause of the fire is continuing.
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State Police arrested 41-year-old Gary Crosby of Chenango Forks, for 1 count 1st degree Assault, for allegedly stabbing of a 15-year-old male early Tuesday morning in the town of Union. Crosby was arraigned and was remanded to the Broome County Jail without bail.
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The 11th Annual Mustang rally will be held at the Matthews Ford Dealership in Norwich Saturday night. Mathew’s spokesperson Kathy Breno explains:

(Kathy Breno 7-6-16)

Breno said that the event was scheduled to follow the day’s activities with the Gus Macker Basketball Tournament, food & entertainment will be available at the event starting at 6:00 PM Saturday.
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Volunteer “GusBusters” are still needed for the annual Gus Macker 3 on 3-basketball tournament in Norwich This Saturday & Sunday. Organizer Tom Revoir explains:

(Tom Revoir 7-6-16)

Revoir said that those interested in volunteering could stop at the Norwich YMCA or call him there at 336-9622, extension 29.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that the New York State Education Department has approved a bachelor’s degree program in Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cyber security at the University at Albany, for the start of the 2016-2017 academic year. The College is the very first stand-alone college dedicated to the topics of emergency preparedness, homeland security and cyber security.
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State Police arrested 23-year-old Jamie Schreiber of Otego, for DWI, following an accident on State Route 7 in the Town of Unadilla. Schreiber’s BAC was .14%; he was processed & is scheduled to appear in the Town of Unadilla Court on July 18th.
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The Village of Bainbridge will hold a special meeting tonight at the village clerk’s office at 6:30 PM. The Purpose of the meeting will be to discuss the 2 permits for buildings & grounds.
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The Don Clayton Memorial Concert series will begin tonight at Keith Clark Park in Sidney. Tonight at 6:30 PM. the Sidney Community Band will perform.

The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office investigated a single motorcycle fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred Sunday afternoon on County Road 10A, in the Town of Preston. 38-year-old Steven Carpenter of Guilford, lost control and slid into a guide rail. The passenger on the motorcycle was 30-year-old Katelynn Coville of Guilford, Both died at the scene. The Cause of the crash is still under investigation.
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The Delaware County DPW will be closing County Route 4 in the Town of Sidney to through traffic today, starting at 7:00 AM, for the replacement of a culvert. The Closure will be from just south of the village of Sidney Limit, to just north of State Route 8. The road is expected to be re-opened at 4:00 PM.
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Governor Cuomo announced the availability of $200 million in enhanced assistance for local governments over the next two years to rehabilitate and replace bridges and culverts statewide. This funding, provided through the Governor’s BRIDGE NY initiative, is being administered by the New York State Department of Transportation as part of its $21.1 billion five-year Capital Plan. Applications for BRIDGE NY funding will be accepted through September 9th at dot.ny.gov/bridgeny.
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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-15-16

wcdonews — Wed, 15 Jun 2016 18:25:33 +0000

Governor Cuomo & State Leaders announced an agreement on legislation to modernize New York’s 80-year-old Alcoholic Beverage Control Law. The agreement will Expand Sunday Sales times; Eliminates Paperwork Requirements for Craft Manufacturers; Authorize the Sale of Wine in Growlers; Reduce Fees for Craft Beverage Salespeople; Reduced Fees for Small Wholesalers; & Authorize Gift Wrapping.
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State Police arrested 24 year old Jesse Adams of Maryland, New York for 3 counts of 3rd Degree Assault 3rd degree, after troopers were advised of a series of physical assaults at a home on Dog Hill Road in the Town of Maryland. Adams is accused of assaulting his Girlfriend 3 times the last 8 months causing injuries. Adams was arraigned in Town of Milford court and was released without bail required; an order of protection was placed against Adams.
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Governor Cuomo, & State Leaders announced a final agreement on legislation to combat heroin and prescription opioid abuse in New York State. The package of 3 bills calls for the elimination of insurance Barriers To increase access to treatment, increases evaluation For those incapacitated by opioids from 48 to 72-HOUrs, reduces prescription limits for Opioids from 30 to 7 days, requires education for physicians on pain management, mandates pharmacists to provide easy to understand information on the risks associated with Opioid pain medications and requires data to be collected on overdoses & prescriptions to assist the state in fighting the epidemic.
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State Police announced the recovery of the body of 9-year-old Dylan Giangregorio Tuesday. Police said that the boy was presumed to have drowned when he and six family members were swept over a waterfall at Letchworth State Park, the body of his 6-year-old brother Preston was recovered Sunday. 5 other family members were rescued & were taken to area hospitals, State Police reported that the family of 7 left a designated trail and entered the water above the falls illegally.
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The State Tax Department reminds quarterly and monthly sales tax vendors to avoid penalties and interest by filing their returns on or before Monday, June 20th. New York State has more than 536,000 sales tax filers, including about 227,000 quarterly filers and 49,000 monthly filers. In the 2015 calendar year, sales tax payments totaled more than $28 billion, which is revenue shared by the State with the counties or cities where the sales transactions occurred.
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Matthews Ford of Norwich has announced their 11th annual Mustang rally for July 9th, coinciding with the Annual Gus Macker Basketball Tournament in Norwich. Matthews Spokesperson Kathy Breno explains:

(Kathy Breno 6-15-16)

Breno said that last year over 250 Mustangs from all over the region attended the annual event at the Norwich Dealership.
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Delaware County Public Health Services will hold a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For dogs, cats, and ferrets today from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Tompkins Highway Garage, on County Highway 20 in Trout Creek. Cats and Dogs can get their first rabies vaccine at 3 months of age. More information is available at 832-5200 or delawarecountypublichealth.com
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The Otsego County Chamber of commerce will begin their summer Networking Luncheon series today with the Oneonta Outlaws baseball team at Damaschke Field. The event runs from 11:45 AM to 1:30 PM. the guest speaker will be Jeff Kunion, President of the Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League.
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State DOT announced that construction work for the Prospect Mountain construction project will be performed and will require lane closures in the City of Binghamton. Today & tomorrow from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, I-81 north/State Route 17 west will have periodic, alternating lane closures between Exit 3 and the I-81/SR-17. Also, today through Friday, June 17 from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Glenwood Avenue will have periodic, alternating lane closures for asbestos abatement work on the State Route 17 West Bridge over Glenwood Avenue. Flag personnel will guide alternating traffic through the work zone.

WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 8-28-15

wcdonews — Fri, 28 Aug 2015 19:42:53 +0000

State Police are investigating a 1 car fatal motor vehicle accident on Hawleyton Road in the Town of Binghamton at approximately 3:20 AM Thursday. The investigation determined that a 2004 Lexus being operated by 34 year old Jemark Ballenger of Endicott, NY, failed to negotiate a left hand turn and exited the right side of the roadway striking a tree. Ballenger & passenger, Troy McIver of Johnson City, had to be extricated from the vehicle. McIver was pronounced deceased at the scene, Ballenger suffered a compound fracture to his right femur and a broken right arm, he was taken to Wilson Hospital, Alcohol is believed to be a factor in the crash. The investigation is continuing and charges are pending.
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Tomorrow, The Greater Afton Area Chamber Dinner & Dance Fund Raiser will be held at the Silo Restaurant in Greene, from 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. More information is available at 343-0533, 765-6507 or 639-4100.
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Saturday is New Old Franklin Day, The Greater Franklin Chamber of Commerce will be coordinating activities & a free map of events, businesses and lawn sales will be available. More Information is available at franklinny.org.
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32 year old Teddy Faison of Oneonta & was charged with 2nd degree assault for allegedly dragging an unconscious woman along a city street, police found the female victim in an apartment. Faison was apprehended, Police said that Faison is also a level 3 sexual offender, he will appear in Oneonta City Court on Monday for the assault charge & for violating the terms of his probation.
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The Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to the Town of Conklin for a report of a woman screaming and standing in the road. Deputies found a bloodied 19 year old woman crying in the road, she reported that she had been arguing with her boyfriend, 49 year old William Finnerty of Conklin, who drove at high rates of speed with her standing on the running boards, she jumped off as he allegedly accelerated. Finnerty was taken into custody without incident. & was charged with Reckless Endangerment 2nd Degree, he was arraigned & was remanded to Broome County Jail in lieu of $500 cash bail. An Order of Protection was also issued on the victim’s behalf. This investigation is ongoing and additional charges may be pending.
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State Police arrested 22-year-old Ryan MacPherson of Unadilla, for Menacing, Criminal Mischief, Resisting Arrest, Cruelty to an Animal, Harassment & Unlawful Possession of Marihuana. This arrest occurred after troopers responded to an Otsego County 911 report of a dispute at a home on Lockwood Road in the Town of Unadilla. An investigation determined that during a physical dispute with his mother and sister, MacPherson assaulted them and the family pet dog, smashed items, & refused to comply with troopers, who shot MacPherson once with a Taser. MacPherson was arraigned at the Town of Unadilla Court and remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $5,000 cash bail or $15,000 property bond.
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Governor Cuomo today announced a brand new mobile app and updated website for the Great New York State Fair, which will allow users to purchase tickets online, create a custom schedule with reminders for events throughout the day, and features a GPS-enabled map that allows visitors to know where they are on the fairgrounds. The mobile app is available at nysfair.org/app & is available for free in the Apple and Google Play marketplaces.
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the Broome County Sheriff’s Office responded to a truck vs. motorcycle accident on Sanitaria Springs Rd. in the Town of Colesville where a deputy responded and observed a motorcycle and its operator pinned underneath a Ford pick-up truck. The motorcycle operator was identified as Ralph Thorn of Johnson City, he was transported to Wilson Hospital. Investigators believe that the pick-up truck was operated by Matthew Briel of Kirkwood, he allegedly pulled out into the intersection after coming to a stop and did not see Thorn’s motorcycle, Thorn attempted to stop, lost control and went under Briel’s pick-up. Briel was ticketed for Failure to Yield the Right of Way at a Stop Sign.
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3 people were injured after their car went down an embankment Thursday afternoon on Doc Rich Road in the town of Franklin. The initial reports states that the unidentified driver lost control of the vehicle, it went down the embankment, & landed on its roof. Injured occupants were taken to Fox Hospital in Oneonta & the investigation is ongoing.
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Matthews Ford is hosting the 10th Annual Mustang Rally at 175 East Main Street in Norwich Saturday at 6pm. Matthews spokesperson Kathy Breno explains:

(Kathy Breno 6-26-15)

Admission is free & open to the public.
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P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-26-15

wcdonews — Fri, 26 Jun 2015 18:02:18 +0000

Commencement exercises for area graduating high school seniors continues this weekend. Graduation ceremonies will begin locally at 10:00 AM for the Sidney, Delhi, Greene, Norwich, Walton & Harpursville seniors, at 10:30 for Gilbertsville Mount Upton Seniors, at 10:45 for Oneonta Seniors and 11:00 AM for Oxford academy graduates. Exercises continue Saturday afternoon at 2:00 PM for Unadilla valley Grads, & Saturday evening at 7:00 for the Bainbridge Guilford district. On Sunday Afternoon at 1:00 PM, Edmeston seniors will graduate.
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The State Legislature wrapped up their 2015 session early this morning in Albany. Area Assemblyman Cliff crouch comments:

(Crouch 6-26-15)

The legislative session went about week longer than initially expected, Crouch said that there are a few items left on the table, it’s unsure if Governor Cuomo will call lawmakers back for special sessions later in the year to deal with those issues.
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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office responded this morning to the report of a tractor trailer hauling baby formula rolling over on I-88. The accident occurred at about 7:10 this morning in the town of Dickinson, near the ramp to I-81 South; about 34,000 pounds of powdered baby formula was in the truck at the time. 50 year old Allen Boudreau of Vermont apparently went off the right shoulder of the road on a sharp curve, The trailer tipped over and skidded along the Barrier over I-81, it eventually flipped onto its side at the end of the bridge and went down over an embankment in the area of Nirchi’s Pizza on Front Street. Boudreau was taken to UHS Wilson Hospital in Johnson City for minor injuries, he was issued tickets for speed not reasonable and prudent and failure to maintain lane, more charges may be forthcoming.
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State Police arrested 47 year old Keith Barlow of Fly Creek for Driving While Intoxicated. The arrest occurred after a traffic stop for driving with a broken tail light on State Route 28 in the Town of Otsego. Barlow’s arrest became a felony due to a prior conviction for DWI within the last 10 years. Barlow was arraigned in the Town of Hartwick Court and was remanded to the Otsego County Jail in lieu of $1,000 cash bail or $2,000 bond.
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19th district Congressman Chris Gibson will be in Franklin today. The Congressman will appear at 5:30 PM for the Franklin Veterans Memorial flag presentation at the Village Park, Gibson will present a flag from the U.S. Capitol to be flown over the park in honor of local veterans. At 7:00 PM, Congressman Gibson will deliver the commencement address to Franklin High School graduating seniors, at the Franklin High School.
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The Oneonta Common Council will have a special meeting at 6:00 PM Monday. The Council will consider approval of the applications for certain grants relating to the operating of the Oneonta Municipal Airport. The meeting will be held in the Common Council chambers at City Hall it will be open to the public.
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Matthews Ford of Norwich announced that the 10th Annual Mustang Rally, which was scheduled for Saturday, has been rescheduled to Saturday August 29th at 6pm due to the inclement weather forecast.
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P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-26-15

wcdonews — Fri, 26 Jun 2015 17:58:00 +0000

Graduation ceremonies will begin today at several area school districts. At 6:30 tonight, commencement exercises will be held in the Charlotte Valley & Windsor school districts, at 7:00 PM, graduations ceremonies will be held for seniors at Afton, Deposit, Franklin, Laurens, Milford, Morris & Unatego.
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Governor Cuomo announced that New York State residents and visitors may fish for free without a fishing license in any of the state’s waterways this weekend. In addition to the June free fishing weekend, legislation signed by Governor Cuomo now allows for an increase in the number of authorized yearly statewide free fishing days. This year, Veteran’s Day, November 11, has also been designated as a free fishing day.
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Matthews Ford is hosting the 10th Annual Mustang Rally at 175 East Main Street in Norwich Saturday at 6pm. Matthews spokesperson kathy Breno explains:

(Kathy Breno 6-26-15)

Admission is free; highlights include live music by the Jason Wicks Band, food and craft vendors, free giveaways and free fireworks at dark.
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Delaware county public health will hold another free rabies clinic today. The clinic will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Masonville Fire Hall.
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P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-23-15

wcdonews — Tue, 23 Jun 2015 19:00:07 +0000

State Police & the Sidney Village Police announced the arrest of 29-year-old Kristina Hyer of Unadilla, following a lengthy investigation involving the possession, forgery & use of stolen checks & credit cards. Hyer was charged with 4th & 5th degree criminal possession of stolen property, petty larceny, criminal possession of a forged instrument & forgery. Hyer was arraigned in Sidney village court and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $10,000 cash bail, pending future court action.
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The State Department of Labor released local area unemployment rates for May. The state’s unemployment rate was unchanged at 5.7%, Locally, Chenango county’s unemployment rate was at 5.4%, Delaware county at 5.9% and Otsego County at an even 5% for the month of may.
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The city of Oneonta announced that construction to install a new storm sewer system on East Street, between Spruce and Cedar Street, beginning on Wednesday. New concrete curbs will also be installed on East Street between Spruce and Mary Street/Hickey Street. During the project, through traffic on East will be diverted to Maple Street during the work hours only. On street parking will be prohibited during working hours as well. In August, city crews will engage in “Hot-In Place” recycling of the asphalt pavement on East Street between Center & Cedar Street, followed by chip sealing weeks later. More information is available at 432-6465.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 34 year old Dawn Mattice of Arkville, for Grand Larceny, for allegedly taking over $1000 from a home while employed as a home health care nurse. Mattice faces court action on July 21st.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that maple syrup production in New York reached its highest level in 70 years, allowing the state to retain its standing as the second highest producer of fresh maple syrup in America. New York’s maple farmers persevered through a challenging winter to produce a modern record of more than 601,000 gallons of syrup from more than 2.3 million taps across the state during the 2015 season. Vermont is still the top Maple producer with 1.39 million gallons of syrup. More information can be found at nysmaple.com.
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Cornell Cooperative Extension of Delaware County will be sponsoring three farmers’ markets for the 2015 season in Sidney, Walton and Deposit. The Deposit Farmers Market will be located at the 1st United Methodist Church, 107 Second Street on August 20th & September 17th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The Sidney Farmers Market will be at the Video Entertainment Plus parking lot, at 89 Main Street every Thursday between July 2nd & September 24th from 2:00 to 6:00 pm and at the Sidney Civic Center on July 28th, August 25th & September 22nd from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The Walton Farmers Market will be located at the Delaware Valley Hospital parking lot, on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays from July 2 to October 15, from 10:00am-2:00pm
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State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced agreements with 4 liquid nicotine companies whose products were being sold in New York in violation of a law requiring that nicotine must be sold in child-resistant packaging. Liquid nicotine is used in electronic cigarettes, or e-cigarettes, to create the vapor that the user inhales. Liquid nicotine is highly toxic, and ingestion or even skin exposure to very small amounts can lead to serious illness and potentially coma and death, particularly for children. Companies will now be required to remove from all liquid nicotine sold in packaging that does not meet child-resistant standards & retail stores must also train their staff on the requirements of the legislation.
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Matthews Ford In Norwich is hosting the 10th annual Mustang rally at 175 East Main Street in Norwich this Saturday. Matthews Auto Spokesperon Kathy Breno explains:

(Kathy Breno 6-23-15)

Breno said that the event will begin at 6:00 PM Saturday, they are expecting over 200 Mustangs and thousands os spectators at the event.

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-20-14

wcdonews — Fri, 20 Jun 2014 17:04:37 +0000

Governor Cuomo and Legislative Leaders announced an agreement on a bill that to establish a medical marijuana program with provisions to ensure that it’s reserved only for patients with serious conditions and is dispensed and administered in a manner that protects public health and safety.

(Cuomo 6-20-14)

The legislation grants the Department of Health the authority to issue regulations to implement the program, as well as set a price. The Governor would also be allowed to suspend or terminate any provisions of the program based on the recommendations of the Commissioner or Superintendent. The bill would take effect immediately and sunset in 7 years.

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State Senator Tom Libous announced that an agreement has been reached with the Governor to keep the Greater Binghamton Health Center Open. This agreement commits funding to invest in community services, creates safeguards against potentially dangerous releases and includes a framework for long-term planning.

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The Northeast Classic Car Museum and Matthews Ford Planet PreOwned will hold Mustang Mania Day in Norwich tomorrow. Marty Kuhn of the Northeast Classic car Museum explains:

(Marty Kuhn 6-20-14)

The celebration begins with 1/2 price admission to the Northeast Classic Car Museum from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. At 1:30pm, Professor Malinowski will speak at the Museum, at 6:00 pm; Matthews Ford Planet PreOwned is hosting their annual Mustang Rally at 175 East Main Street.

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A Florida man was charged with attempted robbery, burglary and conspiracy in connection with a Dec. 23rd incident in Cooperstown. Stephen Janiszeski of Ocoee, Fla., was arrested at the Orange County Jail in Orlando, Florida after an investigation by the Otsego County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators determined Janiszeski had accompanied Barry Renert on Dec. 23rd when Renert entered the Seventh Inning Stretch in Cooperstown, where he confronted the owner and displayed a handgun. Janiszeski was arraigned in town of Otsego court and sent to the Otsego County Jail without bail. He faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted of the charges connected to the Cooperstown incident.

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Chenango County Dairy Day is tomorrow in Norwich. The day’s activities include a 5K ‘Milk Run’ at 9am with the signup at 8:30, a parade at 10:30am, the ZooMobile from the Binghamton Zoo at Ross Park, Face Painting, a Duck Derby, a Hay Bale Maze at the Chenango County Fairgrounds.

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The Delaware valley humane society will celebrate their 50^th anniversary Saturday. The event will be held from 12:00 Noon to 3:00 PM at the shelter in Sidney.

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New York legislators approved amending state law, to require agencies placing children in foster care, to first check whether prospective parents have done it before and provided poor or questionable care. The amendment, if signed by Governor Cuomo, would require all foster care agencies to check with the Office of Children and Family Services, to determine whether prospective parents ever had foster a child removed from their home, evaluate the reasons why and determine if the foster home should be reopened.

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A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-18-14

wcdonews — Fri, 18 Apr 2014 14:14:00 +0000

Level 3 Sex Offender John Cumo of Walton is facing additional charges of 2nd & 3rd degree Criminal Trespass & 2 counts of criminal mischief, in relation to break-ins at two Town of Hamden seasonal properties. Cumo was arrested Wednesday by Delaware county deputies, state police & US Marshals after removing his GPS unit Tuesday, he was found hiding in a garage of a seasonal residence located on Back River Lane, Hamden. Cumo is being held in the Delaware County Jail without bail pending further action by the Division of Parole, he faces arraignment on the new charges in the Town of Hamden Court at a later time.

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Governor Cuomo encouraged New Yorkers to purchase products made in New York for their Easter gift giving by utilizing the PrideofNY.com & looking for the “Pride of NY” label when shopping for foods and beverages. The revamped website enables New Yorkers to search for the best in locally grown and produced New York State food and beverage products. The website also features a map and list showing various search results, which include addresses and contact information of each establishment. There are more than 3,000 members of the “Pride of New York” program listed in this database along with numerous other agribusinesses.

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Matthews Ford & the Northeast Classic Car Museum in Norwich have announced a partnership to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Ford Mustang, with free admission tomorrow. Museum Spokesperson Marty Kuhn comments:

(Marty Kuhn 4-18-14)

A variety of festivities are being planned, culminating with the 9th Annual Mustang Rally at Matthews Ford in Norwich on June 21st.

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The annual Big Wheels Golf Tournament, held at the Delhi College Golf Course, will take place on Friday, May 9th; it will serve as a primary fundraiser for programs and services for Delaware County senior citizens. Applications for the tournament can be obtained by contacting the Delaware County Office for the Aging at 746-6333.

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-16-14

wcdonews — Wed, 16 Apr 2014 17:34:44 +0000

State Police arrested 43-year-old HARRY CLAUSON of Whitney Point for Endangering the Welfare of Child & 48 counts of making false child abuse reports to the State Child Abuse Hot line. The false reports occurred from September 2013 to February of this year, the false reports alleged violent acts against or in the presence of minor children, each report required immediate Police response and investigations. CLAUSON was arraigned in the Town of Chenango Town Court and remanded to the Broome County Jail on $1000 cash bail and/or $2000 property bond.

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Governor Cuomo today signed legislation that adds New York to the list of states that have joined National Popular Vote compact. Member states will award their electoral votes for president to the candidate that receives a majority of the national popular vote. The governor’s signature mean that New York pledges to award its 29 electoral votes to the winner of the national popular vote in ALL 50 States plus the District of Columbia, but only to take effect once enough other states have passed identical legislation so that the compact possesses a majority of the Electoral College’s 538 votes. The bill has now been enacted by 11 jurisdictions possessing 165 electoral votes.

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Matthews Ford of Norwich and the Northeast Classic Car Museum in Norwich have announced a partnership to celebrate the 50^th Anniversary of the Ford Mustang. Marty Kuhn of the Northeast Classic Car museum explains:

(Marty Kuhn 4-16-14)

In addition with the free admission this Saturday to the Northeast Classic Car Museum, other events are scheduled, culminating with the 9^th Annual Mustang Rally at Matthews Ford on June 21^st.

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State Police at Oneonta arrested 37-year-old Joe Burgher of Oneonta, for Felony Aggravated DWI, with a B.A.C. of 0.23%, following a motor vehicle accident on State Route 23 in the town of Laurens. Burgher was arraigned in town of Laurens Court and sent to the Otsego County Jail.

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The Tax Foundation has raised its ranking of New York after the state adopted major reforms to its corporate income tax system and estate tax. New York’s overall business tax climate ranking improved two spots to 48th, beating out New Jersey and California. The Tax Foundation has raised its ranking of New York’s business tax climate because of tax reforms included in the newly adopted budget. The foundation said New York is still not a low-tax state. But it said the recent changes are a first step toward tackling the problem by broadening bases, lowering rates, reducing burdens and eliminating complexity.

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A drastic decline in the number of volunteer firefighters, and EMT workers, has state lawmakers pushing for legislation to entice people to volunteer. The number of volunteer firefighters statewide has declined from 140,000 in the early 1990s to fewer than 90,000 now. The proposed volunteer incentive act would exempt motor vehicles, owned and used in the performance of duty by a volunteer, from registration fees and use taxes, among other perks. The Firemen’s Association of the State of New York said the Recruit New York weekend will be April 26h and 27. For more information go to recruitny.org.

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The 6^th Annual Bike to Work Day for Otsego County will be held on Wednesday, May 21^st with check-in sites at more than 20 locations countywide. The organizers of the event include Otsego Regional Cycling Advocates, Otsego County Conservation Association & the League of American Bicyclists. Otsego County bicyclists are invited to join and log miles on nationalbikechallenge.org and should look for “Otsego Regional Cycling Advocates Bike Challenge” to sign up as part of the local effort. More information is available at 547-4020.

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P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-2-13

wcdonews — Tue, 02 Jul 2013 17:22:45 +0000

The vehicle of Krista Kosowsky of Norwich has been located in the parking lot of the Wal-Mart store in Norwich. Kosowsky was heading for work from Norwich top Clinton during the storms Friday afternoon; she never made it to work. Kosowsky is described as a white female, about 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighing about 240 pounds, anyone with information should call Norwich police at 334-1212.

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The National Weather Service had flood warnings in effect this morning, along the Mohawk River at Utica and Little Falls, flooding was reported again this morning on route 12 in Sherburne & Norwich, where City officials reported that East Main Street, between Marshall Street and County Road 32, near Matthews Ford & the Chenango County Fairgrounds is closed due to flooding. Olendorff Place and Barnes Street are also closed from flooding; all will be closed until further notice,

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Montgomery County officials reported that the body of 87-year-old Ethel Healey has been recovered from the Mohawk River last night, after she was swept away in her mobile home in floodwaters Friday. Healey’s body was found in storm debris at Canajoharie, about 3 miles from Fort Plain, this is the only death so far attributed to the recent storms.

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State Police received a report of a vehicle with multiple Vehicle and Traffic Law violations being operated by EDWARD SHERMAN on State Route 206 in Masonville. A pursuit began when Sherman refused to stop. He was followed onto Randell Hill Road where he intentionally drove his pick up truck into 2 patrols cars, causing extensive damage. Sherman then drove away and led the remaining patrol vehicles onto numerous roads; he again struck 3 more police vehicles and fled the scene on foot. Sherman was located about 3 hours later in a field, he was arrested for 4 counts of Reckless Endangerment, 4 counts of Criminal Mischief, and Unlawfully Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle. Sherman was arraigned in the Town of Franklin Court and remanded to the Delaware County Jail in lieu of $30,000 cash bail.

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Governor Cuomo today announced the formation of the “Commission to Investigate Public Corruption” under the Moreland Act, to probe corruption in state government, political campaigns and elections.

(Cuomo 7-2-13)

The Commission will have the power to subpoena and examine witnesses under oath, it was formed after Several lawmakers faced criminal accusations including former state senate leaders Joe Bruno, Pedro Espada, Hiram Monserrate, Malcolm Smith & John Sampson.

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The Southern Tier Chapter of the American Red Cross has been actively responding to flooding in the Utica, Oneida and Mohawk Valley since late last week. Officials said that Sherburne is getting clean up kits and water, which is being delivered, to the Sherburne fire department for distribution. The red cross is fundraising to help cover the costs for the assistance to those affected by the recent flooding, Donations to “Disaster Relief” can be made at your local Red Cross office, online at redcross.org, 1-800-RedCross or to the Southern Tier chapter office at 785-7207.

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State comptroller Tom DiNapoli released the results of the audit for the Town of Hamden. The report said that the town board has not properly monitored budgets and managed fund balance in the general fund. The board has consistently relied on fund balance to fund operations, which has depleted town resources. Although fund balance has rebounded somewhat in 2012, there has been a 69 percent overall decline in reported unassigned fund balance since 2008.