The National Weather Service has a Winter Storm Warning in effect this evening & into tomorrow morning, Local Meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO News what the latest models are showing for this storm:

(Rich Townsend 4-18-22)

The Winter Storm warning is in effect from 6:00 PM tonight until 12:00 Noon tomorrow.

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The Binghamton Black Bears have made the playoffs with Game 1 of a prospective 3 game series tonight at the Arena against Danbury, Black Bears Spokesman Rob Lippolis told WCDO News that its been quite a while since there has been playoff hockey in Binghamton:

(Rob Lippolis 4-18-22)

Some tickets are still available for tonight’s game at Ticketmaster.com or by calling 607-722-7367.

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The State Health Department have included Broome and Tioga counties in an “orange zone” designation for counties at high risk of transmission of the latest strains of the COVID-19 virus . 10 counties have been designated orange, The Broome County Health Department reported 677 new confirmed cases of the virus since the middle of last week, with 31 people hospitalized on Friday & a 7 day positivity rate of 9.5%.

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The State DEC are reported sightings of the invasive Southern Pine Beetle, which is native to the southeastern U.S. They are known as destructive pests and pose a significant risk to New York’s pine forests. The DEC said that infestations are spreading and most recently were found in Saratoga County, as well as several locations in the Hudson Valley. DEC and the Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation said they will be closely monitoring multiple State Parks.

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The US Census Bureau reported the top 5 states where Former New York residents have moved to over the last 2 years. The number 1 state that New Yorkers relocate to is New Jersey, nearly 60,000 people moved out of New York into Jersey. Florida was the in the 2nd position, followed by Pennsylvania, California & Connecticut.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies on patrol in Delhi observed a vehicle fail to stop for a stop sign, failing to signal a turn & traveling through a parking lot to avoid the intersection. Deputies identified the driver as 18 year old Mikaela Duran on Brooklyn, Duran had a BAC measured at .15%. she was charged with DWI & driving with a BAC of .08%, operating a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol under age 21, as well as several other infractions, Duran was released on tickets returnable to the Town of Delhi Court at a later date.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-18-22

The State Office of Fire Prevention and Control, the Otsego County Office of Emergency Services & the Worcester Fire Department have determined the cause of the recent fire in Worcester was accidental. It was determined that the fire originated from an electric appliance that was in use at Hidden Memories at 143 Main Street, the fire destroyed 3 downtown buildings.

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The Otsego County Department of Health will be offering an Additional Booster Dose Vaccination Clinic at the Otsego Meadows Complex Today. A registration link can be found on the Health Department Tab at otsegocounty.com, registration for the clinic is mandatory.

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Delaware Valley Humane Society announced that they raised over $126,000 through their annual Staffworks Save a Life Campaign, Director Erin Insinga told WCDO news what the shelter will use the money for this year:

(Erin Insinga 1-12-22)

The Staffworks campaign ran in December where they match donations given by the public to the Humane Society, the previous 2 years of the campaign, they raised over $93,000 & $71,000 for upgrades & operational expenses.

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The Binghamton Black Bears Hockey Team returns home this weekend, spokesman Rob Lippolis told WCDO about this weekend’s activities:

(Rob Lippolis 1-12-22)

Home games will be this Friday & Sunday, more information about tickets at the Visions Veteran’s Memorial Arena, or the Friday Night Lupo’s Hockey Jersey Auction is available at binghamtonblackbears.com

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched Tuesday to a report of a hit and run motor vehicle accident on State Highway 10 in the Town of Delhi. 30-year old Michael Laureanti of Delhi, rear ended another vehicle and fled from the crash scene, he was located & further investigation revealed that Laureanti was operating the vehicle at the time of the accident while his driver’s license was suspended due to a failure to pay child support. Laureanti was charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle and leaving the scene of a property damage motor vehicle accident, he was released on traffic tickets returnable to the Town of Delhi Court at a later date.

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The Robert Mason Recreation Center Ice Skating Rink in Norwich will be opening, hours will be from 4:00 to 9:00 PM Monday through Friday, and 12:00 Noon to 9:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Ice skating and skate rentals are free of charge.

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For the first time since 2019, property tax levy growth for school districts will be capped at 2%, up from 1.23% last year, according to State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. The tax cap limits annual tax levy increases to the lesser of the rate of inflation or 2%. School districts may override the cap with 60% voter approval of their budget. The 2% levy limit affects the tax cap calculations for 676 school districts and 10 cities with fiscal years starting July 1, 2022,

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As the rise of the Omicron variant continues to threaten the safety of our nation’s health care workforce, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is calling on the Biden administration to continue and make permanent the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) emergency COVID-19 protections for health care workers, after OSHA let the temporary requirements to lapse:

(Gillibrand 1-12-22)

Gillibrand said that the safety measures must be re-instated as soon as possible, as more than 120,000 people are hospitalized with COVID-19 nationwide, further straining overworked health care workers and hospitals facing severe staffing shortages.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 1-12-22

The Chenango County District Attorney’s Office reported that Cody Coleman of Smithville Flats, appeared in Chenango County Court on December 20th to accept that plea bargain, for the murder of his 16 year old Girlfriend Amelia Wakefield in May of 2019. The case was scheduled to go to trial in May of 2020, but was delayed by the COVID 19 pandemic. Chenango County District Attorney’s office offered a plea deal, the charge was lessened from murder to manslaughter, Coleman is scheduled to be sentenced on February 28th in Chenango County Court.

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Delaware County Public Health is migrating away from individual case investigation and contact tracing, following a decision by the state Health Department yesterday to stop contact tracing. Delaware County Public Health stated that they are asking county residents to Initiate self-Quarantine or self-Isolation management, Information may be accessed at delcony.us & delawarecountypublichealth.com. more information is available at 607-832-5200.

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CDO Workforce is partnering with Otsego County Chamber of Commerce, Commerce Chenango, and Delaware County Economic Development to host a ZOOM webinar: “Workforce Services for Businesses”. The ZOOM meeting is this morning at 11:00 for those who pre-registered.

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On Monday, the State Legislature rejected the 2 two sets of district maps submitted by the state’s Independent Redistricting Commission, so more work is ahead to solidify final voting-district lines, The Commission has 1 more chance to draw new voting-district maps for congressional and state legislative races.

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COVID-19 booster vaccine clinics at the Fox Hospital’s Tri-Town Campus in Sidney will be held this afternoon & tomorrow. Clinic Times will be today, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM & Tomorrow from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, the Vaccinations offered will be the Moderna COVID-19 booster doses, for Patients 18 or older. Appointments are required at 607-563-7080, More information is available at bassett.org/covid-19.

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The State Department of Health issued guidance today for vaccinating children ages 5 to 11 against COVID 19. The FDA and CDC have approved Pfizer’s child-sized doses of the vaccine, which were found to be 90.7% effective against virus, There is a consent form that parents must fill out before their children can get vaccinated, at coronavirus.health.ny.gov. Locations for the Children’s vaccine can be found at vaccines.gov/search.

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Sidney Police responded Sunday to a report of a physical altercation involving a weapon in the Fox Street & Circle Drive. Police arrested 35 year old Anthony Albro of Sidney for Menacing & Harrassment, he was arraigned in Village of Sidney Court where & was released to appear in court at a later date.

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Delhi Fire was toned for a fire alarm activation in Russel Hall on SUNY Delhi Campus Thursday Morning, Delhi Fire received assistance from Walton, Oneonta, Bovina, Franklin FAST team, the cause if the fire is still under investigation, no injuries were reported.

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State Police are investigating a shooting in the town of Conklin, Early Thursday morning. Police responded following the report of a person or persons firing several shots from a dark colored sedan on Barbara Avenue, the shots struck a vehicle and residence, there were no injuries reported. Anyone with information is asked to contact State Police at 775-1241.

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The Delaware County Chamber today announced the launched the 2021 Toys for Tots Campaign. This year, participating members have placed toy collection boxes in their businesses, the campaign will run from Monday November 8th until December 3rd, Chamber staff will pick up the toys from member businesses on December 3rd & deliver them to Delaware Opportunities, which has partnered with the Chamber to provide distribution of the gifts to Delaware County families. To sign up a family in need of Christmas gifts contact Delaware Opportunities at 746-1715.

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A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 11-5-21

The ARC Otsego’s Hot Cocoa 5k Run and 1k Walk, Run, and Roll will take place on Sunday, in Neahwa Park in Oneonta. The 1k will start at 9:30am, and the 5k at 10:00 am. Race packet pickup will be at The Arc Otsego, 35 Academy Street today from 4:00 to 7:00 and same-day packet pickup in Neahwa Park from 7:45 to 9:15 AM. To register, visit itsyourrace.com/register.

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Bassett’s O’Connor Hospital in Delhi will be holding their annual Community Flu Vaccine Clinic on Saturday, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, for all members of the community 6 years old and older. Appointments are required at 746-0525, the clinic will be held at O’Connor Hospital’s specialty clinic at 460 Andes Road Delhi, More information is available at 547-7973.

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UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital will be hosting 2 upcoming vaccination clinics for eligible individuals looking to receive a booster or 3rd dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. The clinics will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. both this Saturday, and on Saturday, November 13 in UHS Cardiology Norwich, on the hospital’s first floor. For more information on vaccine availability in the Southern Tier, visit SouthernTierVax.org.

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The Chenango Arts Council will hold a special free presentation of Charlie Chaplin’s Silent Movie Classic, “The Gold Rush” Saturday Night, Council Executive Director Alecia O’Neill explains:

(Alecia O’Neill 11-5-21)

The event will begin at 7:00 PM Saturday Night at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich, more information is available at 336-2787 or chenangoarts.org.

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The Binghamton Black Bears Hockey team Home Opener will be on Saturday Night at the Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena, spokesman Rob Lippolis explains:

(Rob Lippolis 10-27-21)

More information is available at Binghamton Blackbears.com

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The Sidney Village Board this week voted to opt out of the State Marijuana law, about 15 to 20 village residents attended the meeting Monday, Sidney Mayor Andy Matviak told WCDO what they decided:

(Andy Matviak 10-27-21)

The new state law allows municipalities to have marijuana dispensaries & designated locations for consumption; the village is waiting to see the details of the new legislation.

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The Binghamton Black Bears Hockey team will begin their inaugural season shortly, at the Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena, spokesman Rob Lippolis explains:

(Rob Lippolis 10-27-21)

Lippolis said that tickets can be purchased through the box office at 607-722-7367 or at Binghamton Blackbears.com

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Federal prosecutors in Broome County Have charged Connor Spells of Sacketts Harbor following an undercover investigation regarding child pornography and an attempt to meet an underage female for inappropriate sexual behavior. Spells is accused of driving to Broome County to meet with a 10- year-old girl, he was met by officers and was charged with attempted enticement of a minor and distribution of child pornography Spells is being held pending future court action.

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Area Emergency Services Departments are keeping an eye on potential flooding issues, after several inches of rain fell yesterday. Minor Flooding was reported in Margaretville, while Delaware County officials anticipated possible mild flooding in Hancock. Otsego County Officials were concerned with Gilbertsville; following recent flooding issues there cause damage. Local Waterway levels can be found at wcdoonline.com/river.

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Delaware County Public Health will be conducting a COVID-19 vaccination clinic tomorrow at 97 Main Street, Delhi from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. The vaccination clinic is open to people over the age of 18. Boosters will be available at this clinic as well as first or 2nd dose vaccines. The CDC issued recommendations for a single booster dose 6months or more after initial series for people 65 years of age and older, those who live in long-term care settings, those with underlying medical conditions, those who work or live in high-risk settings, as well as First responders, Education staff, Food and agriculture workers, Manufacturing workers, Corrections workers & U.S. Postal Service workers. For more information, call Delaware County Public Health at 607-832-5200.

A.M. NEWS 10-27-21

The New York State Division of Consumer Protection and the State Department of Public Service is alerting consumers of phone calls in which scammers, pretending to be from electric companies are looking for overdue payments and threatening to suspend electricity services unless they receive a payment immediately. Payment has been requested by means of untraceable services such as gift cards, and money transfer apps, including PayPal and consumer complaints can be filed at dos.ny.gov/consumer protection.

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The Oneonta Boys & Girls Club is hosting it’s first-ever “Trunk or Treat” event from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm tonight in the parking lot of the club. The event is free and it replaces the annual Halloween party.

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(John Jackson 8-19-16)

Tonight will feature the Demolition Derby, tickets for that event were sold out almost 2 months ago, it continues to be one of the most popular events at the Delaware County Fair year after year.
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Last weekend, a record amount of fans attended the Binghamton Senators’ Open House at Floyd Maines Veterans Memorial Arena on Saturday. The free event provided fans with guided tours and prizes all afternoon. B-Sens spokesman Rob Lipolis told WCDO News that the open house led to the largest number of season ticket sales in several years:

(Rob Lipolis 8-19-16)

Opening Night for the Binghamton Senators is slated for Saturday, October 15 at 7:05 PM; more information is available at 722-SENS or at binghamtonsenators.com.
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Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed a bill that authorizes 16 and 17-year-olds to make organ donations upon their death. The legislation includes appropriate safeguards that enable parents or legal guardians to rescind the decision if the minor dies before age 18. Current law provides that the minimum age to make an anatomical gift in New York State is 18.
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Lawrence Harvey of Coventry was arrested by Chenango County Sheriff’s Office for 2nd degree menacing. Deputies & State Police responded to a dispute in the Town of Coventry where one of the participants was reported to be using a knife and a baseball bat. Harvey was subdued, arrested and was arraigned in the Town of Bainbridge Court, he will return to Town of Coventry Court at a later date.
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State Police arrested 45 year old Audra Brendel-Hart of Bainbridge for aggravated harassment, after troopers responded to a report of threatening telephone calls being received at a home in Conklin. Brendel-Hart allegedly made over 10 telephone calls threatening to harm the victim with a baseball bat last Friday Night into Saturday morning. She was arraigned and released, she faces action in the Town of Conklin shortly.
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The Delaware County Board of Elections will have a voting machine at the Delaware County Fair on Friday August 19 to educate the public on how to vote on the machines. It will be at the Republican Booth from 11am to 3pm and at the Democratic Booth from 3pm to 7pm. They will also have registration forms and absentee applications available.
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Otsego County Conservation Association will be holding a highway cleanup along State Route 80 tomorrow from 9:00 to 11:00 AM. The cleanup is part of New York State’s Adopt-A-Highway program, Volunteers will meet at OCCA’s office at Mohican Farm, at the corner of Route 80 and Allen Lake Road, and will collect trash along a two-mile stretch of the road. Bags, water, and safety equipment are provided. Participants should wear long pants and sturdy shoes, and bring sunscreen. More information is available at 547-4488,

(John Jackson 8-16-16)

Jackson said that last night’s Demolition Derby was a sell out, other anticipated events include the new Hay Hauling contest Friday and the Country Music Concert featuring Frankie Ballard & the Lax on Saturday night.
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Afton central Schools Adult & Continuing education program is continuing this fall, spokesperson June White explains:

(June White 8-16-16)

More information is available on the Afton school website or by calling 639-2811.
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The Binghamton Senators Season is getting closer to starting at the Floyd Maines Broome County Memorial Arena in the fall, spokesman Rob Lippolis said that Tickets packages are on sale:

(Rob Lippolis 8-16-16)

More information is available at 722-SENS or Binghamton Senators.com.

The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office reported that 24 year old Ryan Sutcliffe of Cumberland, Rhode Island was sleeping in his tent when a large tree limb, broke off & landed on him, at about 12:45 AM Saturday at the Grand Slam Camp Ground on County Highway 18 in the town of Morris. Sutcliffe was taken to Chenango County Memorial Hospital in Norwich where he was declared deceased. The investigation is continuing.
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The Oneonta Common Council will hold their next regular meeting this evening. The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM in the Common Council Chamber in the 2nd floor of City Hall, and will be open to the public.
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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold a General Membership Meeting This morning. The meeting will begin at 7:30, at Bob’s Diner.
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The Arc Otsego will host a free Self-Direction Information Session on today, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at The Arc Otsego Day Services Building, 63 Lower River Street, Oneonta. Individuals with developmental disabilities and their families who are looking for more authority and choice in their supports and services may benefit from this session. Professionals in the field may also benefit from learning about self-direction. More information is available at 267-3210.