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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 7-19-18

wcdonews — Thu, 19 Jul 2018 18:39:19 +0000

Lieutenant Colonel Dave Grossman, whis is a leading expert on human aggression & violent crime, will address area school officials & law enforcement officials at the Sherburne Earlville High School tomorrow, Madison County Sheriff Todd Hood comments:

(Sheriff Hood 7-19-18)

The discussion will be held from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, more information is available by email Naylor.c.j74@gmail.com.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 27 year old Shane Tweedie of Hamden for Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Menacing, Reckless Endangerment & 2 counts of Harassment, following a report that Tweedie allegedly threatened to stab 2 people with a knife, leaving the scene & leading to a manhunt. Tweedie was arraigned at the Town of Delhi Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $5,000.00 cash bail.
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In June, New York State’s private sector job count rose by 15,000, to over 8.1 Million, according to preliminary figures released today by the State Department of Labor.
The State unemployment rate was unchanged at 4.5% in June, which is the lowest level since June 2007.
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The 171st Chenango County Fair will be held at the Fairgrounds in Norwich next month, with a wide variety of Activities, according to spokesperon mary Weidman comments:

(Mary Weidman 7-19-18)

The Chenanngo County Fair runs from August 7th through the 12th this year.
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State Police arrested 33 year old Tyson Robb of Delhi, for DWI, after Troopers spotted Robb in the pull off area on State Route 10 in Delhi and checked on his welfare. Troopers accuse Robb of being intoxicated, he was arrested and issued appearance tickets returnable to the town of Delhi Court on July 24th. State police arrested 30 year old Jennifer Hewitt of Delhi for DWI after she arrived at the State Police barracks to pick up Robb. She was issued an appearance ticket returnable to the town of Harpersfield Court on July 23rd. Both Robb and Hewitt were then turned over to a sober third party and released.
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State Police arrested 21 year old Dana Scarinzi of Endicott for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated, after Troopers were dispatched to a 2-car accident on State Route 79 in Colesville. Troopers determined that Scarinzi crossed over the center line and sideswiped a vehicle traveling in the opposite direction & they accuse Scarinzi of being intoxicated, with a reported B.A.C. of .21%. Scarinzi will appear in the town of Colesville Court on August 1st.

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State Police arrested 34 year old Gabriel McKown of Guilford for 2nd degree Burglary. Troopers began an investigation after a complainant in Union reported that McKown had unlawfully entered their residence without permission on several occasions. McKown was arraigned in the town of Union Court. He was remanded to the Broome County Jail on $2,000 cash bail or $5,000 bond.
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State Police at Deposit arrested 55 year old Thomas Leonard of Hancock for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument. A trooper on patrol observed Leonard operating a vehicle with an expired registration and what appeared to be a photocopy of an inspection sticker. After a traffic stop was initiated, an investigation led to the trooper locating drugs in Leonard’s possession. He was subsequently arrested and arraigned in the village of Hancock Court. Leonard was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $5,000 cash bail or $10,000 bond.
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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Solid Waste Facility Director Susan McIntyre and staff at the Center, on State Highway 10 in Walton, for a public open house on Saturday, August 11 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon. There will be guided tours of the compost facility and recycling center where people can see how solid waste is handled through the sustainable practices of composting, recycling and resource recovery. Reservations are NOT required. For more information visit delawarecounty.org.
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The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce Will hold a celebration of the county’s Sustainable Success today with a networking reception at 5:45 PM at The Oneonta Municipal Airport; for a Summer Soiree followed by dinner and awards.
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State Senator Fred Akshar will be hosting his 3rd annual “Spiedies with the Senator” today at Chenango Valley State Park. The event will take place in the Pine Plains Pavilion, The event runs from 5:30pm to 7:00pm.

WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-16-15

wcdonews — Wed, 16 Dec 2015 20:35:49 +0000

Governor Cuomo has signed legislation that combats the proliferation of clothing collection bins provided by fake charities by imposing stricter regulations on the placement, maintenance and transparency of collection bins across the state. The legislation prohibits placement of collection bins on public property and imposes maintenance requirements of such bins. The law also strengthens operator transparency by imposing disclosure requirements, including indication as a for-profit business or nonprofit organization. Additionally, disclosure is required if the bin is operated by a for-profit business in conjunction with a nonprofit organization. Bin owners are subject to fines for violations of the bill’s disclosure and maintenance requirements.
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Delaware County Deputies arrested 55-year-old Kathryn Southerton from Delhi for Petty Larceny and Resisting Arrest. Southerton is accused of refusing to pay her bill at the Delaware Valley Humane Society and then fled on foot with her dog. Deputies located her and her dog in an adjacent field, she attempted to flee deputies by going into the river and then refused to cooperate with deputies when they attempted to place her is custody. She was arraigned in the Town of Delhi court and remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $2,500 cash bail. She is scheduled to re-appear in the Town of Delhi court of December 22.
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State Police arrested 27-Year-old Michael Tenace of Oneonta for criminal contempt, after troopers were advised that Tenace allegedly showed up at his ex-girlfriend’s place of employment, which violated a prior court order of protection. Tenace was arraigned in the Town of Oneonta court and was remanded to the Otsego County jail in lieu of $500 cash bail or $1,000 property bond.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that 16 more businesses plan to expand in or locate to New York State as a result of START-UP NY program that establishes tax-free areas associated with colleges and universities across the state. The Governor announced that efforts at SUNY Binghamton University will result in 21 new jobs, as SensAttire, they will locate to the incubator at the Engineering and Science building in Vestal. The company will not only create 21 new jobs but they will also invest over $3,00,000.
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The Cancer Services Program of Delaware Otsego & Schoharie Counties continues to perform free screenings for women & men who are uninsured or under-insured. There are no income requirements; those interested in free health screenings can call 1-888-345-0225 for an appointment or more information.
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State Senator Jim Seward announced a $70,000 legislative grant to support improvements at the Oneonta Municipal Airport. Senator Seward announced the grant during a ribbon cutting for the first-phase of renovation work performed at the airport terminal by students at the Oneonta Job Corp Academy. New upgrades at the airport include: a new conference area; ADA compliant bathroom facilities; and exterior painting. The grant will fund additional interior improvements such as: security and fire alarm systems; entry gate detection loops; computers; and conference room area displays. Otsego Now will also be studying additional improvements at the Oneonta Municipal Airport after receiving a $50,000 grant through the New York State Regional Economic Development Council initiative.
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State Senator Fred Akshar & Rebuild New York Now are urging Governor Cuomo to fund upstate infrastructure projects at the same rate as downstate projects:

(Fred Akshar 12-16-15)

Akshar said that about 6,000 bridges and 60% of upstate roadways are in need of repair.
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Governor Cuomo announced the release of program criteria for the $25 million Southern Tier Agricultural Industry Enhancement Program. The eligibility requirements are now available online at agriculture.ny.gov. The program will provide funding for projects designed to help farms and agribusinesses expand and grow their operations, as well as increase environmental enhancements in Broome, Chenango, & Delaware counties locally. Applications will be available beginning January 19th. Projects that are awarded State funding may receive up to $100,000.

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-7-15

wcdonews — Tue, 07 Jul 2015 19:09:50 +0000

State Police reported a plane crash Monday night at around 8:05 PM near South Martindale Road in the town of Milford. 55-year-old Edward Schoene of Springfield Center took off from the Oneonta municipal airport & had engine trouble, he landed the plane in a cornfield & was transported to Bassett hospital in Cooperstown, where he was treated fro injuries sustained in the crash. The FAA was contacted and will also be investigating this accident.
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Scammers posing as the IRS, are targeting Senior citizens or Naturalized citizens, they are trying to get money from unsuspecting taxpayers, under the threat of possible arrest if they do not comply. Area Tax preparer George McLain told WCDO News that the IRS does not call citizens:

(George McLain 7-7-15)

McLain said that people should never give out personal information to random callers, if they receive a call from these current scammers, to contact the Attorney General’s office to make a complaint.
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The annual Rock In The Park concert event will be held this Saturday at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge. Organizer Jason Hall explains:

(Jason Hall 7-7-15)

Tickets are available at “Snips & Snails Consignment in Bainbridge, the Chenango SPCA in Norwich, Bartles Pharmacy in Oxford or through Tickemaster, proceeds will go to the Chenango SPCA this year.
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Volunteers, known as “Gus Busters” are still needed for this weekend’s Gus Macker 3 on 3-basketball tournament in downtown Norwich. Macker organizer Tom Revoir comments:

(Tom Revoir 7-7-15)

Revoir said that those interested in being a referee this weekend can call the Norwich YMCA at 336-9622, extension 29.
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Governor Cuomo signed the “Enough is Enough” Legislation this afternoon in New York City. The legislation is designed to Combat Sexual Assault on private College Campuses, the bills are based on action already taken in the State University System, it passed both houses of the legislature this session, lawmakers hope to reduce the stigma of reporting sexual assaults, and make it easier to report the assaults to law enforcement agencies.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a 911 report last Wednesday of a 1-car personal injury accident on State Highway 10 in the Town of Hamden. 68-year-old Thomas Jones of Hamden failed to negotiate a curve in the roadway after suffering an apparent medical emergency, he left the roadway and rolled his vehicle over an embankment, Jones was extricated from his vehicle & was airlifted by LifeNet Helicopter to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City for treatment of a head injury.
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State Police arrested 26-year-old Denise Marin of Tioga for 3rd degree Assault, following a physical dispute at the Mirabito Gas Station on State Route 23 in the Town of Oneonta. Marin faces court action in the Town of Oneonta Court on July 14th.
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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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A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 6-12-14

wcdonews — Thu, 12 Jun 2014 17:40:13 +0000

Today’s rainy forecast will move the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum’s 75thAnniversary Celebration Ceremony indoors to the Hall of Fame Gallery, featuring Hall of Famers Phil Niekro and Cal Ripken, at 11:00 AM. The event will be open to those purchasing a Museum admission, it was previously scheduled to be held on the front steps, with portions of Main Street closed, it will remain open to vehicle traffic. Today’s Ceremony will mark the 75th birthday of the Museum, which opened its doors on June 12th 1939, as an estimated crowd of 12,000 fans packed Main Street to witness the Ceremony.

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The New York State Senate passed Senator Tom Libous’s “Buy From the Backyard Act” to promote the purchase of locally grown and produced food. The bill requires that state agencies allocate 20% of their total contracts for food from within New York State. The bill has been sent to the Assembly. Senator Libous stated that a full list of local farmers markets and recipes that use local products are available at .

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The Oneonta Job Corps Academy will host a “Community Relations/Industrial Council” Meeting & Student Recognition Ceremony today. The event will run from 3:30pm to 5:30pm at the Oneonta Municipal Airport at 391 Airport Road, where the Oneonta Job Corps Academy and the Oneonta Airport Commission will celebrate the work that the students of the Job Corps put into the Oneonta Municipal Airport.

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