(Rena Doing 7-14-15)

Dental appointments must be made at 337-1643, veterinary services were booked up in advance, there may be limited slots open, and more information is available at 334-9724, extension 6. The program will run through July 22nd.
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A jury was seated in a federal courtroom in White Plains Monday in the trial of State Senator Tom Libous of Binghamton. Libous is accused of lying to the FBI about using his political influence in getting his son Matthew at a Westchester law firm. Matthew Libous faces prison time for tax evasion. Tom Libous still holds a seat in the New York State Senate.
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Sidney village police department is asking for any information regarding the vandalism at the Sidney Pool Saturday night. Anyone with information can contact the Sidney police at 561-2301.
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Federal officials have scheduled hearings on the 2nd natural gas pipeline proposal through the Southern Tier. The sessions hosted by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission will begin at 7:00 PM Thursday at the Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta, & at the Days Inn in Schoharie. Kinder Morgan proposes constructing a pipeline along the same corridor as the recently approved Constitution Pipeline, to move gas from Pennsylvania into New England. The Kinder Morgan Pipeline still needs approval from FERC.
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The Chenango county health department has scheduled a free rabies clinic tonight in Coventry. The clinic will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 at the Coventry Highway department, for dogs, cats & domesticated Ferrets.
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State Police at Oneonta arrested 46 year old Nicholas Mihalik of Davenport for 3rd degree Assault. The arrest resulted from a complaint at a residence in the Town of Kortright, Mihalik was arraigned and remanded to the Delaware County Jail on bail.
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Delaware County Public Health will hold a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For dogs, cats, and ferrets today. The clinic will run from 5:00 to 6:30 PM in the Colchester Highway Garage in Downsville.
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(Rena Doing 7-1-15)

Elizabeth Monaca of the Chenango United Way said that they are responsible for recruiting more volunteers to assist with all aspects of the event:

(Elizabeth Monaco 7-1-15)

Monaco said that those wishing to volunteer could do so at volunteer.chenangouw.org. Also, shuttle bus service will be available through area school districts to get patients to the Norwich High School for the Greater Chenango Cares event July 13th through the 22nd. Bus shuttle information is available at the Greater Chenango Cares facebook page.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that temporary lane closures associated with road and bridge construction projects on New York State highways will not be allowed from 6 a.m. on Friday, July 3, to 10 p.m. Sunday, July 5, in order to accommodate travelers during the busy Independence Day holiday weekend. Some work may continue behind permanent concrete barriers or for emergency repairs. Travelers are reminded to check 511NY by calling 511 or by accessing www.511ny.org for road conditions.
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The New York State Department of Health is urging New Yorkers to take protective measures to avoid mosquito bites, after confirming the presence of West Nile Virus in mosquitoes collected in Suffolk and Rockland Counties. The 2 cases are the first in the state to test positive for West Nile this year, there have been no reported human cases. In 2014, 752 mosquito pools tested positive statewide, with 21 reported human cases and no deaths. The health department recommends to dispose of any outside items that collect & hold standing water, where mosquitoes breed. More information on West Nile virus is available at health.ny.gov.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that $3 million has been allocated to the Cooling Assistance Component of the HEAP Program to help low-income New Yorkers who suffer from medical conditions aggravated by extreme heat. The program will provide air conditioning units to eligible households for the summer months. Prolonged exposure to high indoor temperatures poses health risks that disproportionately affect those already suffering from medical ailments. Cooling assistance is provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Delaware County residents should call the local Department of Social Services at 607-832-5300.
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State Police arrested 35-year-old Justin Rifenbark of Davenport for Endangering the Welfare of a Child and Criminal Mischief. This arrest occurred after Troopers responded to a 911 report of a dispute on Miller Hill Road in the Town of Davenport. An investigation determined that after Rifenbark had a physical dispute with his wife, his daughter took his phone from him. He then grabbed the girl and threw her to the ground trying to get his telephone back. Also, during this dispute he broke his wife’s automotive key fob. Rifenbeck was arraigned in the Town of Harpersfield Court and released without bail required. His next court date in the Town of Davenport is on July 14, 2015.
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The Chenango Arts Council will hold their first “Kids Summer Art Camp” which is geared to students going into 5th grade and up. Arts Council Spokesperson Alecia O’Neill explains:

(Alecia O’Neill 7-1-15)

The deadline to sign up is this Friday July 3rd at either the Council office at 27 West Main Street, Norwich, by phone at 336-ARTS or at chenangoarts.org.
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(Rena Doing 6-12-15)

Those who are interesting in volunteering at the event can do so through Chenango United way, spokesperson Elizabeth Monaco explains:

(Elizabeth Monaco 8-12-15)

Only Dental services will require an appointment, at 337-1643. The services will be available from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Norwich High School from July 13th through July 22nd.
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Governor Cuomo today announced the launch of an online training course for law enforcement officials to improve the initial response to child abuse allegations. The training is aimed to help officers better identity, understand and investigate child abuse causes to enhance prosecution and reduce trauma to victims. The training, covers the following topics: scope of the child abuse problem, the relationship between child maltreatment and child well-being, understanding the stages of child sexual abuse, how to speak with a child and conduct a minimal facts interview, forms of child abuse,
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Bainbridge Emergency crews have responded to a car & motorcycle 2-vehicle accident this morning. The accident occurred at about 10:40 at state route 206 & Lyons Road, with a serious injury reported, WCDO will have more details as they become available.
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32-year-old Mitchell McComas of Harpursville is facing several charges, following an incident at Otsiningo Park in the town of Dickinson. McComas was charged with reckless endangerment, unlawful fleeing a police officer, and reckless driving, deputies reported that an officer attempted to stop McComas in a mini-van, when he failed to stop at a stop sign while exiting the Park. Police gave chase through residential streets; McComas’s vehicle struck one vehicle during the pursuit. He fled on foot after the vehicle got stuck op railroad tracks at state Route 7. McComas was apprehended & is being held in the Broome County Jail.
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An Afton man is accused of brandishing a knife while stealing an expensive dog in the Town of Dickinson Wednesday. The Broome County Sheriff’s Office responded to an incident on Sunset Drive in the Town of Dickinson, where 65-year-old Edward Panus allegedly pulled a knife on a dog breeder, and ran off with a Bulldog. Panus was spotted at the Broome County Airport, he was taken into custody before he could board a plane to Alaska and flee the state. The dog has not been recovered, & may be in the Afton or Harpursville area, anyone with information is asked to contact the sheriff’s department at 778-1196.
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The annual Algonquin Antique Auto show will be held this Sunday in Bainbridge. The show will run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at General Clinton Park, more information is available at 244-1822 or 967-5815.
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The annual Cullman Child development Center Fundraising Golf Tournament will be held Saturday at the Afton Golf club, beginning at 8:00 AM. The tournament is a fundraiser to assist with equipment purchases for the Cullman Center, more information is available at 563-7529.