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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-15-19

wcdonews — Mon, 15 Jul 2019 18:45:56 +0000

Ed Curley of Sidney continues his bicycle trek across America to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes research Foundation, the afternoon Ed was in San Antonio Texas, with the final destination of St. Augustine Florida, he gave WCDO News an update on his progress:

(Ed Curley 7-15-19)

Curley said that he hopes to raise about $10,000 with this effort; donations can be made the JDRF.org.

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The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce is asking its members to complete their annual survey. All answers by respondents will remain confidential, the answers will help the Chamber in their efforts to ensure that the services of the Chamber meet the needs of businesses. The Survey link can be found at cxvibe.typeform.com and need to be completed by July 26^th.

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The Chenango County Planning Department, working in conjunction with Opportunities for Chenango, is slated for a $500,000 Community Block Grant through the New York State Office of Homes and Community Renewal. Money will be allocated to income-eligible homeowners in need of making vital home improvements. The plan would need to be approved by the Chenango County Board of Supervisors before the money could be made available to homeowners.

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This year’s Utica Boilermaker race was delayed for about 15 minutes Sunday, not because of any weather related issues, but because of a homicide near the starting line. One woman was pronounced dead at the scene & man was taken to an area hospital with lacerations, that investigation is ongoing.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will honor businesses at their 2019 Annual Business Awards ceremony on Wednesday at 6:00 PM. The Chamber announced today that the event has been moved to the Meredith Inn at 4206 Turnpike Road, Delhi, due to the likelihood of Showers & Thunderstorms. The Honorees include the Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, as the 2019 Business of the Year, Stagecoach Run Art Festival, headquartered in Treadwell and Franklin, and Table to Farm Tours of Roxbury, will receive the 2019 Tourism Award. More information is available at delawarecounty.org.

1 person was injured in a fire Friday at the Mayrose Apartments on Lewis Avenue in Oneonta. The fire started in apartment 206, the occupant was taken to fox Hospital for an undisclosed injury, and 1 other person in another apartment was displaced due to smoke & water damage. The investigation is continuing.

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Efforts & fundraisers continued Saturday in Bainbridge for Sidney resident Heather Bucalos, who is fighting cancer again. Christine Oliver is one of the people who is helping with the fundraisers for Heather:

(Christine Oliver 7-15-19)

KC Blass is also assisting with the fundraising efforts; she has helped Heather with her fundraisers for others in recent years:

(KC Blass 7-15-19)

Heather told WCDO News about her cancer, and how her friends are making it easier to cope with what is ahead:

(Heather Bucalos 7-15-19)

The Bainbridge Glow Run on Heather’s behalf will be held at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge on September 14th, more information is available at bainbridgeglowrun.com.

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State Police, the State Park Police and the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee are partnering to ensure that visitors to state parks are buckling up for safety. “Buckle Up Nnew York in the Parks” is an enforcement and educational campaign to ensure that visiting motorists and their passengers properly buckle-up their seatbelts while travelling inside state parks, This year’s campaign will be held through August 12th.

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Catskill Area Hospice and Palliative Care is hosting a Caregiver Support Group at The AO Fox Hospital Tri-Town Campus in Sidney starting today. The group will meet 6 times to provide information and support for those who are taking care of seriously ill family members or friends. Caregivers will have an opportunity to identify concerns, discuss feelings, receive support from others, and locate community resources which may be helpful for their unique situations. More information is available at 432-5525.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-3-18

wcdonews — Thu, 05 Jul 2018 19:40:32 +0000

State Police are cracking down on drunk and drugged driving and other traffic infractions for the 4th of July holiday. State Troopers are conducting sobriety checkpoints and targeting reckless and aggressive driving statewide to keep New York highways safe during one of the busiest times for summertime traveling. The enforcement detail will run through Thursday, July 5th. Also, Governor Cuomo announced that lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on State highways will be suspended until Thursday, to accommodate travelers during the busy Independence Day holiday.
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The Firemen’s Association of the State of New York urges New Yorkers to let professionals handle the fireworks, and not to use these dangerous & illegal devices themselves. All fireworks, including sparklers can be extremely dangerous, the tip of a sparkler burns at a temperature of nearly 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit, which can cause severe 3rd degree burns, sparklers cause roughly 25% of all fireworks-related emergency room visits, the most of any type of fireworks-like device.
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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested 29 year old Vincent Reggero of Arkville, for False Personation, after he identified himself to Deputies during a traffic stop on State Highway 206 in the Town of Walton on June 25th using a false name and date of birth. Reggero had an active warrant for his arrest from San Antonio, Texas for Assault/Bodily Injury of a Security Officer; he was then arrested as a Fugitive from Justice and arraigned in the Village of Walton Court where he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail. Reggero will answer to charges in the Town of Walton while he awaits extradition to the State of Texas.
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The Annual Gilbertville Pet Parade will be held this evening starting at the Centennial Park Pavilion, organizer Jonathan Dukochitz (duh-KOO-chits) explains:

(Jonathan Dukochitz 7-3-18)

Ice Cream treats will be available at the conclusion of the pet parade; more information is available at 646-320-7715.
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First Night Oneonta and Five Star Subaru present the HOMETOWN 4th of JULY in Neahwa Park tomorrow, the event is alcohol free & admission is free. Among the Scheduled events: from 9:00 AM until 12:00 Noon; The Oneonta Color Run will be held in Neahwa Park, at 12:00 Noon will be the Parade, with the Lineup at 11:00 AM at the Foothills Center for the Performing Arts on Market Street. The parade will travel down Main Street and into Neahwa Park. All entertainment, activities & vendors will be in Neahwa Park & at 6:00 PM, there will be a free Oneonta Outlaws Baseball Game at Damascke Field, the day will conclude with Fireworks at 9:30 pm.
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The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce will meet tonight at 5:30pm at The Meeting Place. The agenda will be devoted to a final update for the Annual Carnival of Sales on July 14th & to continue the Strategic Planning Workshop.
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State Police Superintendent George Beach announced the death of Trooper Nicholas Clark. Early Monday morning, Trooper Clark, the Stueben County Sheriff’s Office and the Corning Police Department responded to a call of a suicidal subject barricaded at a residence in the town of Erwin, Stueben County. During the incident response, Trooper Clark was shot and killed. 43-year old Steven Kiley was found in the residence dead of an apparent gunshot wound. Trooper Clark was 29 years old, he graduated from the 203rd session of the Basic School in 2015. The incident remains under investigation.
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Fireworks Over the Fairgrounds returns to the Chenango County Fairgrounds on July 4th, Terry Potter of Millennia Entertainment explains:

(Terry Potter 7-3-18)

Tickets are available locally at Blue Ox Store or at the gate the day of the show, the day will conclude with a Fireworks display at Dusk.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 40 year old Anthony Stephens of Walton, on charges of DWI, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Uninspected Motor Vehicle, Unsafe Tire, Speed Not Reasonable and Prudent, and Moved from Lane Unsafely, following a motorcycle accident in the Town of Hamden. Stephens is scheduled to appear in the Town of Hamden Court at a later date to answer the charges.
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The City of Oneonta will hold a public hearing this evening at the Oneonta Common Council Meeting at City Hall to receive public comments on the City’s community development needs, and to discuss the possible submission of 1 or more Community Development Block Grant applications for 2018. The City is currently considering a grant application for $230,000 for Nick’s Diner on Chestnut Street. The Common Council meeting is open to the public & begins at 7:00 PM in the 2nd floor Common Council Chambers.
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