Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango County are collecting items for their 2022 home made sale, which will be held in October, Hospice Spokesperson Sarah Green told WCDO News what kind of home made items they are looking for:
(Sarah Green 8-24-22)
Green said that the Items must be in to Hospice by this Friday September 23rd, at their Court Street Norwich offices, more information is available at 334-3556.
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State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for August. The State’s unemployment rate increased from 4.3% in July to 4.7% in August, locally, Delaware County had 3.7% unemployment, Chenango County 3.3% and Otsego County 3.4% in August.
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The Delaware County Historical Association is accepting nominations for its annual Awards of Merit. Individuals and groups who have made significant contributions to the preservation and presentation of local history, traditions and culture will be presented with awards at DCHA’s Annual Meeting to be held on Sunday, November 6, 2022. For more information call, (607) 746-3849, Email dcha@delhi.net or go to dcha-ny.org
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The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the theft of a 30-foot camper from a Case Hill Road residence in the Town of Franklin. The camper was last seen on August 13th or August 14th and was reported stolen on August 27th, it is described as beige & gray colored, Keystone Ultralite Camper with New Jersey plates TXP17X. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office at 607-832-5555.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 68 year old Peter Maguire of East Meredith following a trespass investigation in Walton. On August 11th, Deputies responded to a report of a male entering onto and trespassing on several properties in the Village of Walton. After the investigation, the Village of Walton Court issued a criminal summons to Maguire for trespassing, he was arrested September 10th he was released and was ordered to appear in Walton Village Court at a later date..
A.M. NEWS Tuesday 9-20-22
The Raymond Corporation is continuing with a series of events to celebrate their 100th Anniversary, with their 8th annual Manufacturing day in October, Raymond President Michael Field told WCDO about Raymond’s beginnings:
(Michael Field 9-20-22)
Fields said that the next 100th anniversary event is Manufacturing Day on October 7th, it is a virtual event, with a 1 hour video experience available throughout the month, for students who registered through their teachers, through Raymondcorp.com/ManufacturingDayRegistration.
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The Broome County DPW will host a public information session today about the Colesville Road Safety Improvement project. The project calls for the installation of a traffic signal at the intersection of Colesville Road, North Road, and Sanitaria Springs Road, the meeting will be tonight at 7:00 PM at 780 Welton Street, Harpursville.
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The State Health Department reminds New Yorkers about the availability of bivalent COVID-19 vaccine boosters from Pfizer, for anyone age 12 or older and from Moderna for those 18 or older. To schedule an appointment for a booster, New Yorkers should contact their local pharmacy, county health department, or healthcare provider; or visit vaccines.gov; the latest COVID 19 stats show a 6.88% positivity rate, the 7-Day rolling average was 6.43%, Patient Hospitalization are down to 2,002, with 215 ICU Patients & 69 on ventilators.
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]]>High School Graduations will be held throughout the Southern Tier today through Sunday. The complete schedule of graduation dates and times can be found at the WCDO website & click on the NEWS tab, or go to the WCDO Facebook page.
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State Police issued a statewide alert for 53 year old Norman Wilson, who is wanted for questioning in a robbery last month in Onondaga County. Wilson is wanted regarding a robbery on 4th in Brewerton, & he is expected to be charged with 1st degree Robbery, unlawful imprisonment, conspiracy & criminal possession of a weapon, Wilson is a white male, 6-foot-2 and 220 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes. Anyone with information is asked to call police at 315-366-6000 or email Crimetip@troopers.ny.gov.
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Southern Tier 8 Regional Board is holding the first-ever Upstate Rural Broadband Conference that will bring national and state, and regional leaders together to identify ways to speed-up the deployment of high-speed networks in Central New York and the Southern Tier. The event will be held next Tuesday, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM at the Doubletree Hotel, 225 Water Street, Binghamton.
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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a Free Fishing Weekend in New York State this Saturday & Sunday, the 2nd of 6 scheduled free fishing weekends this year. New York residents and non-residents are permitted to fish for free without a fishing license, all other fishing regulations remain in effect. For more information go to dec.ny.gov.
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NAC Entertainment announced their 2022-2023 M&T Bank Broadway Season this week, Spokesperson Tina Niles told WCDO News what shows are scheduled:
(TINA NILES 6-24-22)
The 1st show, Fiddler on The Roof will by on November 8th & 9th, more information on upcoming shows, visit BroadwayInBinghamton.com or 607-772-1391
A.M. NEWS Friday 6-24-22
The State Department of Health announced updated clinical guidance for use of the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines in children down to 6 months of age. Following the FDA authorization and CDC’S recommendation, Children 6 months to 4 years of age are eligible for 3 shots of the Pfizer vaccine, the initial 2 doses are administered 3 weeks apart, followed by a 3rd dose administered at least 8 weeks later, Children 6 months to 5 years of age are eligible for 2 shots of the Moderna vaccine, given 1 month apart.
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The Village of Sidney will continue with their open house events, with another one to be held tomorrow morning, according to Sidney Mayor Andy Matviak:
(Andy Matviak 6-24-22)
The Water & Waste Water Treatment plant is located in Keith Clark Park, the open house runs from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon Saturday.
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The American Red Cross continues to schedule Blood Drives, one is scheduled for today in Oneonta, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Elm Park Methodist Church, 401 Chestnut St. To schedule an appointment to donate, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.
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]]>The New York State Board on Electric Generation Siting and the Environment held a hearing this morning in Albany, regarding the Application of High Bridge Wind, LLC to Construct a Wind Powered Electric Generating Facility in the Town of Guilford, and the opposition to the project by the Guilford Coalition of Non-Participating Residents. The Board denied the Guilford Coalition’s petition for rehearing and request for a stay, and the proceedings will be continuing.
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Bassett Healthcare Network announced that COVID-19 vaccines are now available in Primary Care and Pediatric clinics across their health system, including at all regional health centers and School-Based Health Centers, by appointment. Patients aged 12 and older in New York State are currently eligible to receive the Pfizer vaccine. Those 18 and above are eligible to receive either Pfizer, Moderna, or Johnson & Johnson vaccines. More information is available at bassett.org/locations.
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A new Siena Poll released on New Yorkers opinion of Governor Cuomo, shows that 23% said he should resign immediately, 39% say he should serve out his term but not seek re-election, and 33% say he should continue to serve and run for re-election. 35% said they would vote to re-elect Cuomo for another term, 56% would prefer someone else. Voters approve of Cuomo’s handling of the pandemic, 51-32%, on managing vaccines 66-20%, keeping New Yorkers informed (60-27%), and reopening the state 54 to 33%.
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The State Assembly announced that a Committee will soon be issuing Subpoenas’ to come testify, whether Governor Cuomo sexually harassed women, or his response regarding nursing homes deaths during the COVID 19 pandemic response.
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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a rollover crash This Morning on State Route 17 in Windsor. The accident occurred around 3:00 this morning, Deputies found the vehicle, but not the driver, the investigation is continuing.
Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies assisted State Parole Officers recently with locating and arresting 40 year-old William McLean of Hobart on a Parole warrant issued by the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision. McLean was found in possession of 6 different controlled substances at the time of his arrest and was charged with 6 counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance, he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility to be held as a parole violator pending a future parole revocation hearing. McLean was issued an appearance ticket to Town of Stamford Court on a later date to answer the drug possession charges.
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]]>The State Health Department reported today that almost 72% of adult New Yorkers have received at least 1 COVID 19 Vaccine & 65.1% have completed their vaccine series. The Statewide 7 day rolling average for Positive COVID tests is .39%; The Southern Tier Counties is slightly higher at .42%.
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Oneonta area Motorists are reminded that NYSEG and DDS Companies will be digging at Woodside Avenue & East Street today, through Friday. Additional information is available by calling the Department of Public Service at 432-2100.
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The Unadilla Valley Central School District will host a 5K run/walk at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, July 17, for 14 year old Cooper Hine, who is a Unadilla Valley 8th Grader, who was seriously injured in an ATV crash in New Berlin recently. Another fundraising chicken barbecue and Chinese auction will follow at the South New Berlin Fire Department on July 17th. Hine is hospitalized at the Upstate Medical center in Syracuse.
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The Unadilla Rotary Club announced the return of the annual Autumn Fest, which will be held at the Covered Bridge Farm Market on Sunday September 26th at 10:00 am until 4:00 PM. Vendors can get more information at unadillarotary.org.
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Chenango County Public Health announced that due to the continued decline in COVID 19 cases, they will release updates once a week. Currently Chenango County reported 7 active cases, 14 quarantines & no hospitalizations; they have had a total of 35212 cases, 3331 recoveries, & 77 deaths since the pandemic started 15 months ago.
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-29-21
State Police responded Saturday to an ATV crash in the town of Davenport. 35-year-old Raina Andrews of Davenport was operating the vehicle, when it exited the roadway, struck a ditch and she was ejected. Andrews was transported by LifeNet to Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse with serious injuries. The investigation is on-going.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested a Walton resident June 19th on Delaware Street in the Village of Walton. Deputies observed a speeding vehicle traveling north on Delaware Street, they stopped the vehicle and identified the driver as 28-year old Kassondra Pierce of Walton, A routine DMV inquiry revealed that Pierce’s driving privileges and vehicle registration were suspended due to an insurance lapse. Pierce was charged with unlicensed operation of a vehicle, speeding, operating an uninspected motor vehicle as well as other charges, her vehicle was towed from the scene & she was released to appear in the Village of Walton Court on a later date.
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The American Red Cross continues to experience a severe blood shortage, Donors of all blood types; especially type O are urged to make an appointment by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS. Blood drives this week include Today in Sidney at the Fire training Center on River Street from 12:00 to 5:00 PM, Today in Oneonta from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on market Street & tomorrow in Morris from 12:00 to 5:00 PM at the Episcopal Church, at 162 Main Street.
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A Chenango County COVID vaccination clinic is being held today from 11:00 to 1:30 PM at the South Plaza in Norwich. The Moderna vaccine is being offered, no appointments are necessary. More information is available at 337-1660.
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The General Clinton Canoe Regatta will take on a drastically different form this year, with the 70-mile race being a virtual one, according to Regatta Chairman John
Harmon:
(John Harmon 4-21-21)
Harmon said that the 70 Mile Paddlers will have anytime from Friday morning, May 28 till Monday evening, May 31 to continuously complete the 70-mile course from
Cooperstown to Bainbridge, finishers will get a T shirt and get an official 70-mile finish. Entry fee will be $30 per person, there will be no awards presentations, Entries will
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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand discussed her “End Outsourcing Act” to try to stop American companies from outsourcing jobs to other countries:
(Gillibrand 4-21-21)
Gillibrand said that her bill would also enact a new tax benefit to help companies bring good-paying manufacturing jobs back to America and re-employ millions of Americans who have lost their jobs during the pandemic.
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Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society is seeking participants for an upcoming Electric Vehicle Car Show on Saturday, May 22 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 pm at Damaschke Field in Neahwa Park, Oneonta. Electric Vehicles Owners are invited to participate at no charge, & are encouraged to register no later than May 10th m more information is available at info@doas.us or at 607-397-3815.
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The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce announced that they are cancelling this year’s Carnival of Sales. Organizers hope to bring the Carnival of sales back in July 2022.
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The City of Oneonta Common Council promoted City Engineer David Mattice to City Administrator. Mattice served as city engineer for the last 6 years, last night’s Common Council Meeting was held remotely on ZOOM.
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Chenango County Public Health reported 21 new COVID cases today, they reported 109 Active Cases, 539 quarantines and 10 Hospitalized, and they have had a Total of 3125 Confirmed COVID Cases.
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The Fireman’s Association of New York will have their annual Recruit New York Weekend events this Saturday & Sunday. Many firehouses across New York State will hold virtual or in-person recruitment efforts, locally, fire Departments in Coventry, West Oneonta, Laurens, & West Laurens are participating in the recruiting effort.
A.M. NEWS Wednesday 4-21-21
A New Sienna College Poll reported that Voters by a 50-35% margin that Governor Cuomo should not immediately resign & by a 48-34% margin, they say he can continue to effectively do his job as governor. Voters were satisfied with the way Cuomo has addressed the sexual assault allegations, by a 57-32% margin & Voters still approve of Cuomo’s handling of the pandemic, 60-33 percent,
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Delaware County Public Health reported 7 new COVID cases Tuesday, out of 343 tested, they have 109 active cases, 14 hospitalized & 227 quarantined. Delaware County Public Health will be conducting a first dose Moderna COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Thursday April 29, 2021 at 97 Main St., Delhi, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. This vaccination clinic is open to all New York state residents or people who work in New York State over the age of 18. Registration is mandatory, at apps2.health.ny.gov, more information or assistance getting registered is available at 832-5200.
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Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich announced that they have 50 Moderna vaccines available today from 12:30 to 3:30 PM; appointments are required at 337-4888.
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