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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 10-22-18

wcdonews — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 19:13:36 +0000

Governor Cuomo today announced six projects are being funded under the Empire State Poverty Reduction Initiative in Oneonta. The six programs include Communication Across Barriers, Opportunities for Otsego, CDO Workforce, the Oneonta School District, Family Planning of South Central New York, & the Otsego County Drug Court. The money is part of a broader $25 million effort to target pockets of poverty around the state.
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State Police arrested 2 people after a traffic stop on I-88 in Worcester. A trooper observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed and initiated a traffic stop. After an investigation both the operator and passenger were arrested after drugs and paraphernalia were found in the vehicle. 30 year old Zachary Lushkevich of Laurens was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, 26 year old Katarina Lushkevich of Laurens was arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Unlawful Possession of Marijuana, they were released on appearance tickets returnable to the town of Worcester Court on October 30th.
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Tajiri the giraffe, who was born at Animal Adventure Park in Harpursville, will not be going to be heading to a new wildlife facility in North Carolina. Animal Adventure officials announced on Saturday that “requirements and deadlines were not satisfied” on time for Tajiri’s transfer, instead, they announced that Construction starts today on a new building to house Tajiri at Animal Adventure, the project is expected to be completed in 3 to 4 weeks.
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Democratic incumbent US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand will debate Republican opponent Chele Farley Thursday in New York City. A debate had been scheduled for Sunday sponsored by Spectrum’s New York City News channel; it was cancelled after Gillibrand refused to cross picket lines at Spectrum’s parent company Charter Communications. A debate between Gillibrand & Farley will be held at WABC-TV in New York City on Thursday, at 1:30 p.m.
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Author Gray Basnight of Bethel New York has published his 3rd book, “Flight Of The Fox” a mystery thriller that takes place in Upstate New York, & is tied in to the 50th anniversary of the Woodstock Music & Arts festival in Bethel in 1969. Basnight told WCDO about his novel:

(Gray Basnight 10-22-18)

Basnight will appear at the Huntington Memorial Library on Chestnut Street in Oneonta this Saturday starting at 11:30 AM for a book signing. The book is Published by Down & Out Books.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 47 year old Eric Palmatier of Harpersfield for cruelty to animals & failure to provide proper food and sustenance. Deputies allege that Palmatier failed to provide food, water, shelter and veterinary care for a dog; he was issued an appearance ticket and is scheduled to appear at the Harpersfield Town Court at a later date.
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The Sidney Village Police department is investigating a 1 Vehicle Crash into the China Buffet Building at about 12:19 PM this afternoon. Police reported that a Chrysler PT Cruiser was traveling westbound in the McDonald’s Parking Lot, when the unidentified Driver drove up the embankment & went into the exterior wall of the Restaurant, causing a hole in the wall. The accident is still under investigation.
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Several Otsego County Fire companies responded to a fire at 4703 Route 28 in Hartwick Seminary Sunday. The fire was reported at 3:30 a.m. Sunday, 7 people were left homless, no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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State Police arrested 29 year old Kody Weidman of New Berlin for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation and Failure to Use an Interlock Device. Troopers observed Weidman commit a traffic violation while at State Route 20 and State Route 8, he attempted to elude troopers by turning into a driveway and turning off his headlights, troopers uncovered several grams of cocaine. Weidman was arrested and released on appearance tickets returnable to the town of Bridgewater Court on November 5th.
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State Police arrested 38 year old David Miller of Pitcher for 4 counts of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property. Troopers were advised on September 2, 2018 that Miller was in possession of several stolen road signs. Miller was arrested & was released on an appearance ticket returnable to the town of Pitcher Court on November 6th.
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State Police arrested 35 year old Michelle Page of Colesville for 3 counts of Menacing & 27 year old Matthew Meade of Windsor, NY arrested for Reckless Endangerment, Troopers were dispatched to a residence on Circle Drive in Colesville for a reported disturbance. After an investigation, it was determined that Page menaced Meade and other people with a shotgun after he drove to her residence and recklessly drove on her lawn, almost striking her vehicle. Page was arraigned in the town of Colesville Court and released on her own recognizance. Meade was arraigned in the town of Kirkwood and also released on his own recognizance.
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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-9-18

wcdonews — Mon, 09 Jul 2018 18:54:27 +0000

Thousands attended the Calling Hours & Funeral Services over the weekend for Trooper Nicholas Clark. Troopers & officers from various law enforcement agencies paid their respects, along with friends and family members, at the services held at Alfred University. Trooper Clark died in the line of duty last Monday while responding to the report of a suicidal man who had barricaded himself inside a home in Steuben County.
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The American Red Cross is now facing an emergency blood shortage following a difficult Fourth of July week for blood donations; with hundreds fewer blood drives than a typical week and a resulting decline in donations. All eligible donors are urgently needed to give now to help replenish the blood supply. Locally, blood drives are being held today in from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the SFCU main branch in Sidney; in Gilbertsville, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, at the Christ Episcopal Church, In Delhi Wednesday from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm at the State University of New York Delhi O’Connor Center for Community Engagement, at 2 Main Street & Friday from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, 41861 State Highway 10
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Norwich City police arrested an area couple for allegedly assaulting a child. Police were notified by the Chenango County Department of Child Protective Services, The child had been taken to Chenango Memorial Hospital’s Emergency room with injuries to the head & face, police arrested 31-year-old Marrianne Ray and 31-year-old Scott Ray of Norwich for 2nd degree Assault and endangering the welfare of a child, Both were arraigned in Norwich City Court and sent to the Chenango County Jail on $75,000 cash bail, they will reappear in Norwich City Court at a later date.
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The trial of Dean & Adam Skelos continued Friday, with former Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos taking the stand. Dean Skelos was convicted in his first trial for exchanging political favors in order to get his son Adam High Paying No-Show Jobs, a new trial was ordered after the US Supreme Court changed the definition of Corruption, leading to new trials for Skelos & Former Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver.
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The Sidney Elks Lodge announced that they will be holding their annual “Looking Back” Car Show & Chicken Barbecue on August 4th, spokesman Mark Little explains:

(Mark Little 7-9-18)

Little said that the event starts at 9:00 AM; Awards will be announced starting at 2:30 PM on the field behind the Elks Lodge on River Street in Sidney.
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The Town of Oneonta announced that they are flushing Hydrants starting today. Hydrants will be flushed in the Plains Parish, Morningside Heights & Angel Heights locations, local residents may have discolored water, they are advised to let the water run until it is clear, more information is available at 432-4581.
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The Town of Guilford announced that the Town Office will be closed Tuesday. Officials with the town said that the office is closed due to a jury trial, more information is available at 895-9966.
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The Town & Village of Unadilla announced road closures Tuesday & Wednesday. Highway Superintendent Rodney Renwick told WCDO News that Wendall Bachman & Buckhorn Lake Roads will be closed for paving, from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM both days.

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Governor Cuomo announced that New York’s maple industry hit a 74-year record in 2018 with the production of 806,000 gallons of maple syrup. The maple industry in New York has grown by nearly 50 percent in the last five years and continues to maintain the state’s standing as the second leading producer of fresh maple syrup in the nation. According to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, New York’s maple production constituted about 19 percent of the national total. New York producers also benefited from a long season in 2018 which lasted 52 days, compared to 43 days in 2017
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State Senator Jim Seward will be in Otsego County today at Opportunities for Otsego in Oneonta at 2:00 PM. Senator Seward will announce special state grants he secured to help fund local domestic violence prevention programs. Representatives from Opportunities for Otsego, Catholic Charities of Delaware, Otsego & Schoharie Counties, Delaware Opportunities, and Liberty Resources of Chenango County will join Senator Seward for the announcement. Senator Seward will also detail several legislative accomplishments from the past year to combat domestic violence and sexual harassment.
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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 7-29-16

wcdonews — Fri, 29 Jul 2016 18:35:51 +0000

The Delaware county board of elections announced that they have sent out their annual yellow mail check cards. Officials said that the cards are returned to the Board, if there is a change of address, & they are not forwarded. Delaware County residents who do not receive the annual cards may be inactive as voters & will need to contact the Board at 832-5321
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The 5th annual Mount Upton Community Days will be held Saturday, with town wide garage sales, a chicken barbecue at the Methodist church, and a variety of events in Mount Upton Park on State route 8.more information is available at 316-9601.
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Governor Cuomo today announced 30 Smart Schools Investment Plans totaling $39 million have been approved as part of the $2 billion Smart Schools Bond Act. The Act supports investments in education technology that will equip students with the skills they need to thrive and succeed in the global economy. Locally, the Oxford Academy will receive about $1 Million Dollars for High Tech Security & School connectivity project.
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The State DEC seized more than 1,100 pounds of undersized lobsters from Price Chopper in 3 different inspections over the last 4 months. The case was sparked in March when short lobsters were found at 2 Price Chopper stores in Binghamton. The distribution center for Price Chopper in Schenectady, & a routine inspection Tuesday, determined that 820 lobsters, or 15% of the inventory, were under the legal size limit. Price Chopper faces fines of up to $100 for every shellfish involved.
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The DCMO BOCES Board selected Perry Dewey as the new District Superintendent, to lead 16 component school districts in Delaware, Chenango, Madison and Otsego Counties. The decision is the result of review and interview sessions conducted over a seven-month period. Dewey will be leaving his position as Superintendent of Madison Central School, where he has served for over 4 years.
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Norfolk Southern Railroad officials as well as Sidney Village DPW, expect the Main street railroad crossing in Sidney to be open later tonight. This after noon, the last coat of asphalt is being put down.
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The State DEC announced that sporting licenses and Deer Management Permits for the 2016-17 season would be available for purchase beginning August 1. Licenses and permits can be purchased at any one of DEC’s license-issuing agents, in person, by telephone, or online. Hunting and trapping licenses are valid for one year beginning September 1st. More information is available at dec.ny.gov.
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State Senator Jim Seward announced that $65,000 in grant funds he secured will go to local domestic violence programs. The funding was set aside in the 2016-2017 state budget, with $15,000 going to Opportunities for Otsego & $5,000 for Delaware Opportunities.
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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce Arts & Music Festival will be held on MAIN STREET tomorrow. Sidney Chamber President Stephanie Taylor comments:

(Steph Taylor 7-29-16)

WCDO will be broadcasting live during the Car Cruise in Portion of the event, Taylor said that the next Chamber event will be their annual Golf Tournament on August 4th.
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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 8-24-15

wcdonews — Mon, 24 Aug 2015 19:18:50 +0000

A Cincinnatus man who was reported missing for 8 days & was found alive, Saturday at Wilson hospital, after being reunited with family members. 81-year-old Alfred Turshman died Saturday, Turshman Was reported missing the previous weekend, many area volunteers came out to assist law enforcement efforts. Funeral services will be held at the Sharp Funeral Home in Cincinnatus, on Thursday at 11:00 AM, family will be present to receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The family requested that donations in Turshman’s name be made to the Cincinnatus Fire Department, or Emergency Squad.
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State police responded to a fatal motorcycle accident Friday night in Laurens. 20-year-old Eric Ericson of Laurens was driving north on state Route 205, when he lost control of his motorcycle, causing it to go off the road and strike a fixed object. Ericson was transported to Fox Hospital in Oneonta, where he was later pronounced deceased.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 27-year-old Nathan Livingood of Bethany Illinois, for harassment, criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation, and 3rd degree assault, following a report of a fight Thursday at the Delaware County Fairgrounds. Livingood was arraigned in Walton Village Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail without bail; he is scheduled to re appear at Walton Village Court at a later date.
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The City of Oneonta Department of Public Service is flushing water mains today though Wednesday on the low service. Areas affected include east Street from the Water Treatment plant, including streets along the east end, along the Center Street Corridor & over to West Street. Those with questions can call the department at 432-2100.
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The City of Oneonta will be conducting “Hot-In-Place” recycling of several streets through Monday August 31st. Work is taking place from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM each day, with flaggers controlling one lane of traffic on those streets. Affected streets for the next 7 days include Walnut, Hudson & Wilcox; those with questions can contact the city Engineering department at 432-6465.
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Chenango County Sheriff’s department arrested 57 year old Gregory Huzinec of Pharsalia for 2nd degree burglary and Grand Larceny. Huzinec is accused of entering a residence and a garage and taking property, he was taken into custody without incident, processed, and arraigned in the Town of Pharsalia Court & was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility in lieu of cash bail to reappear at a later date.
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Chenango county sheriff’s deputies arrested 52 year old Kenneth Bingay of Sullivan County for DWI in the Town of Guilford. Bingay was stopped for operating a motor vehicle that was uninspected and was found to be intoxicated. Bingay was arraigned in the Town of Norwich Court & was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on bail, he will reappear in the Town of Guilford Court at a later date.
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Governor Cuomo announced that attendance at New York State Park campgrounds is on pace for another record-setting year, and reminded New Yorkers that many of the state’s finest camping facilities are open for fall camping well into the autumn months. Through August 17, New York State Park campgrounds are on pace for the busiest year on record. Visitors have reserved more than 562,000 overnight stays at State Park campgrounds so far, marking a 5.2 percent increase over 2014. The record set last year was 594,441 overnight stays.
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The city of Oneonta FTO-CIC Committee will hold their next regular meeting today. The meeting will begin at 4:00 PM, at 5:00 pm the Oneonta finance –administration committee will hold their meeting, both meetings will be held at Oneonta City hall.
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Congressman Chris Gibson will be in Otsego County today. Gibson will visit with Opportunities for Otsego at 1:00 PM at their Oneonta location to discuss the agencies work to combat poverty.

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 2-2-15

wcdonews — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 20:20:25 +0000

Police agencies across the region are responding a number of accidents today attributed to the weather & slippery road conditions. All roads are open, police advise that if you must travel, leave extra time and drive with extra caution.
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Area Congressman Chris Gibson has begun his 3rd & final term in the U.S. House of Representatives, he told WCDO News what he hopes to accomplish:

(Gibson 2-2-15)

Gibson was in Walton Saturday for the annual Delaware County Fair Board Dinner.
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Governor Cuomo announced that individuals and entities that defraud New Yorkers seeking immigration-related assistance would now be subject to felony or misdemeanor charges. Previously, there was no law specifically protecting newcomers from fraud, scams and exploitation, immigrants will now benefit from additional requirements for those providing them with assistance as well as stronger consumer disclosures.
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State Police are investigating a grand larceny at the Oneonta Wal-Mart, January 25th at approximately 7:15pm. A suspect walked into the store and filled up a shopping cart with merchandise valued at over $1,100, then exited through a fire exit and left in a vehicle occupied by another suspect. The suspect is described as a white male, wearing a dark baseball cap and a green long-sleeved shirt with writing on the back, the Vehicle description was a Chevrolet, possibly a Cavalier, dark blue in color, with unknown white NY license plates, a green sticker on the driver side of front bumper and missing the front driver side wheel hubcap. Police said that the merchandise stolen was an HP Desktop PC, Olympus digital camera, wireless Bluetooth speakers, headphones and a bucket. Anyone with information should call the State Police at 432-3212.
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The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce announces the recipients of the 2015 Annual Celebration of Business Awards. The NBT Bank Distinguished Business of the Year goes to The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, Carol Blazina is recognized as the Eugene A. Bettiol, Jr. Distinguished Citizen. The Quality of Life award is presented to Opportunities for Otsego. The Celebration will be held Thursday March 5th, at the Annual Dinner and Celebration of Business, at the Hunt Union Ballroom.
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Today is the day that Sidney high School Seniors can begin to apply through Scholarship America.org, to find scholarships to help pay for higher education. Sidney Dollars For scholars’ president Tracy Young explains:

(Tracy Young 2-2-15)

This year is the 2nd year that Sidney Seniors are able to apply for scholarships online, through scholarship America.org.
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P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-2-13

wcdonews — Thu, 02 May 2013 17:40:53 +0000

State Troopers arrested 24-year-old Nathaniel Bracci, 18-year-old Sarah Gangell and 23-year-old Brayan Thompson of Delhi for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. The arrests resulted from a traffic stop on State Route 10 in Stamford, Bracci and Thompson were issued Appearance Tickets and are scheduled to reappear before the Town of Stamford Court on May 14^th, Gangell was arraigned in the Town of Stamford Court and remanded to Delaware County Jail in lieu of $2,500 cash bail or $5000 bond pending court action.

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The state Appellate Division ruled unanimously in favor of the town of Dryden in Tompkins County, and the town of Middlefield in Otsego County today, for passing zoning laws that prohibit natural gas drilling. Norse Energy & Middlefield landowner Jennifer Huntington brought the lawsuits against the 2 towns in recent years for banning gas drilling after they already had signed leases to drill for natural gas, today’s ruling upholds rulings from lower courts. Appeals to today’s decision to the state Court of Appeals are anticipated.

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State Troopers arrested 29-year-old Lauren Lauko of Deposit for Unlawful Possession of Marihuana and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. The arrest was the result of a traffic stop on State Route 17 in the Town of Hancock, Lauko was issued an Appearance Ticket returnable to the Town of Hancock Court on May 6^th.

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The Bainbridge Guilford central school is accepting applications for their pre-k program. Children must be 4 year old as of December 1^st 2013 and cannot be 5 years old before that date, applications must be received this afternoon in the Guilford elementary school office. More information is available at 895-6700.

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The Otsego County Planning Department, the Otsego County Conservation Association, Opportunities for Otsego Energy Services, and Sustainable Otsego have teamed up to sponsor a workshop series called “Energy Wise Otsego,” to help Otsego County homeowners learn how to save money, and increase the comfort and value of their homes. The workshop series will continue with two events in May, The 1^st will be on Saturday, May 11^th from 10:30 am till 12:00 Noon, at the Hanford Mills Museum, on County Highway 12 in East Meredith, the next one will be on Tuesday, May 28^th from 7:00 pm till 8:30PM at the Hartwick Town Hall, more information is available at 723-0110 online registration are requested at energywiseotsego.eventbridge.com.

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The Otsego county department of health will hold a child safety seat check on May 8^th from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at the offices of AAA at 195 Oneida Street in Oneonta. Certified child safety seat technicians will be on hand, they request that parents bring a copy of the manual of their child safety seats to the event. More information is available at 547-4230.

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The Sidney Chamber of commerce announced that the deadline to pre-register for this year’s Ed Wessells Canoe regatta is tomorrow May 3^rd. This year’s race will be held on Saturday, May 11^th. Race registration forms are available on the Chamber website at sidneychamber.orgor from the office on River Street.

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The Evangelical churches of Sidney are participating in the national day or prayer today at 7:00 PM. The event will be held in room 202 of the Sidney civic center.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-8-13

wcdonews — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 18:18:42 +0000

The Otsego county sheriff’s department arrested 52 year old Timothy Gregory of Unadilla on 2 counts of 3^rd degree criminal sale of marijuana & criminal possession of marijuana, also charged were 54 year old Deborah Gregory of Unadilla, 53 year old Tracy Nichols of Unadilla & 22 year old Alexander Zienkker of Otego for criminal possession of marijuana. The arrests follow an investigation by the Otsego County Sheriff’s Office, DEA special agents, Oneonta Police Department, and SUNY Oneonta police. Police seized 2 ½ pounds of processed marijuana valued at $7,500, a digital scale and $520 in cash. All 4 face court action shortly.

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The Otsego County Planning Department, the Otsego County Conservation Association, Opportunities for Otsego, and Sustainable Otsego, have teamed up to bring for a series of workshops on how homeowners, small businesses, and non-profits can get a thorough energy assessment of their home or office—at no cost to the homeowner or business owner. The workshop series will kick off tomorrow in the Butternut Valley Room at SUCO’s Hunt Union, from 10 am until 1 pm, more information or applications for a free energy assessment can be accessed at 723-0110

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Jam Band “Rusted Root” is celebrating their 20^th anniversary this year, and they will perform at the Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta tonight. Foothills executive Director Huemac Garcia explains:

(Huemac Garcia 3-8-13)

Tickets are also available for the April 7^th performance of the Branford Marsalis quartet at Foothills Performing Arts center on Market Street in Oneonta.

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 2-28-13

wcdonews — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 18:58:42 +0000

Chenango County Sheriff Ernest Cutting is confirming the identity of the body found on Tuesday February 26, 2013 on Center Road in the Town of Pharsalia. The body had been identified by the Onondaga County Medical Examiner’s Office as Jennifer Ramsaran who was reported missing by her husband on December 11, 2012. The Sheriff’s Office along with the Onondaga County Medical Examiner’s Office is still investigating the cause of Jennifer’s death. The Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone with information to contact them at 337-1924 or 607 337 1864. All calls will be kept confidential.

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The State DEC missed another deadline to finalize regulations governing natural gas development, & the Joint Landowners Coalition announced that they are moving ahead and seeking plaintiffs for its lawsuit against New York State. Coalition Attorney Scott Kurkoski comments:

(Scott Kurkoski 2-28-13)

Kurkoski said that the coalition is seeking one plaintiff from 4 different categories of landowners in the Marcellus Shale region, more details are available at 584-5620.

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The Oneonta Town Board will have a workshop meeting tonight on a proposed extension of a moratorium on natural gas drilling. The meeting will be held in the Oneonta Town Hall in West Oneonta at 7:00 PM, A public hearing is set for 7:45 p.m. Wednesday, March 13^th. Last year, the Oneonta Town Board passed a 12-month moratorium; the new proposal would extend that for another 12 months.

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The Otsego County Planning Department, the Otsego County Conservation Association, Opportunities for Otsego, and Sustainable Otsego, have teamed up for a series of workshops on how homeowners, small businesses, and non-profits can get an energy assessment. The workshop series will kick off on Saturday March 9, in the Butternut Valley Room at SUCO’s Hunt Union. From 10 am till 1 pm, followed by workshops on March 20^th in cherry valley, April 10^th in Morris & April 27^th in Edmeston. More information is available at 723-0110.

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After a week & a half vacation, state lawmakers got back to work today in Albany. Lawmakers will spend much of their time this month working on the 142.6 billion dollar state budget, which is due by April first. Other proposals from Governor Cuomo include a minimum wage hike to $8.75 an hour, mapping out where proposed casinos should be located,

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US Senator Charles Schumer reintroduced the Metal Theft Prevention Act, to try to prevent the theft and sale of stolen scrap metal. The bill would help make it harder for those who steal metal items to turn around & sell it. Reports of Metal theft has jumped more than 80 percent in recent years, with copper pipe regularly taken from vacant homes a& other structures, Between 2009 and 2011, the National Insurance Crime Bureau found over 25,000 insurance claims related to metal theft, Schumer’s bill has bipartisan support.

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Police have nabbed a man who may have been involved in series of store robberies over the last few months across the southern tier. 62-year-old John Malowsky of Attica was arrested by the Tioga County Sheriff’s Department in connection with an armed robbery of the Owego CVS store last night, and a Maurice’s in Corning the night before. Deputies apprehended Malowsky leaving the CVS Store; he is also accused of threatening Deputies with a knife. Malowsky will be arraigned in Tioga County and is expected to be arraigned for armed robberies in Chemung and Steuben Counties shortly.

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