36 year old Justin Baker of Sidney appeared in Delaware County Court Thursday, and was arraigned on a sealed indictment. The Indictment accuses Baker of possessing approximately $6,000.00 in fentanyl and methamphetamine with the intent to sell in the Village of Sidney on September 11th. Baker pleaded not guilty to the indictment & he was released from custody & was placed under the supervision of the Delaware County Probation Department, he could face up to 9 years in state prison if convicted on the top count.

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3 people are running for Town Supervisor in Guilford, as Supervisor George Senek is retiring. Republican & Conservative Gilda Ward told WCDO News that she has servied on the Town Board for several terms & is ready to becoem Guilford Town Supervisor:

(Gilda Ward 11-3-23)

Democrat Sue McIntyre said that her experiences at running the Delaware County Solid Waste Department for many years, lends itself to becoming Guilford Town Supervisor:

(Sue McIntyre 11-3-23)

Independent candidate Thomas Quiter is confined to a wheel chair, he told WCDO News that he is ready to give back to the town that has been good to him in his situation, and he wants to open up government based on his Libratarian beleifs:

(Thomas Quiter 11-3-23)

Election day is next Tuesday November 7th.

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The Alpha Brass Band will perform at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre Saturday night, Jericho Arts Council Spokesman Phil wade told WCDO News that the is the 1st appearance of a band playing this genre of jazz:

(Phil Wade 11-3-23)

Wade said that features in the Gallery is Collages & Clocks, a 1 of a kind display, Tickets are available at the door, or reserve tickets by calling 607-288-3882, more information is availabel at Jerichoarts.com

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The National Baseball Hall of Fame announced that they are receiving many items used in this year’s World Series, won for the 1st time by the Texas Rangers. Artifacts donated by the Rangers include a Cap worn by manager Bruce Bochy; a Batting helmet worn by World Series MVP Corey Seager, & the glove worn by Pitcher Josh Sborz, & the Bat used by Adolis García in Game 1 when he hit the game-winning home run, Items donated by the Arizona Diamondbacks will include a Bat used by Ketel Marte when he extended his postseason hitting streak to a record 20 games. The items will be featured in the Autumn Glory exhibit, which will be on display through the 2024 Postseason at the hall of Fame in Cooperstown

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SPECIAL OLYMPICS NEW YORK will host the BINGHAMTON POLAR PLUNGE tomorrow at Chenango Valley State Park. Attendees from across New York State will gather to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics New York athletes in the Southern Tier Region. The Polar Plunge registration begins at 10:00 am & the plunge begins at 12:00 Noon

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 11-3-23

The Bainbridge & Afton Girl Scouts are holding their bi-annual Community Giveaway Days November 3rd & 4th at the Greenlawn Elementary school in Bainbridge, spokesperson Jessica Chambers explains:

(Jessica Chambers 10-23-23)

More information is available by Email to jjchambers@frontiernet.net, or call 267-2378.

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Lambrecht Auction will have a Grand Opening Celebration at their new Sidney Facility, on Delaware Avenue Today, Owner Jared Lambrecht told WCDO News that the day has been also set up to raise money for the Sidney Emergency squad:

(Jared Lambrecht 10-30-23)

The New Lambrecht auction facility is in the Old K-Mart building at 171 Delaware Avenue, their website is laibids.com.

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A fundraiser for the Sidney Veteran’s Memorial Park will be held the next 2 weekends at East Main Lanes in Sidney, Park President Doug Barnard comments:

(Doug Barnard 11-3-23)

More information is available at the Sidney Veterans Memorial Park Facebook page or at their website at svmpa.org.

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3 more blood drives are scheduled locally today, 1 is being held at the O’Neill High School in Walton from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, another will be at the Laurens High School from 3:00 to 7:00 PM, and another will be held at the Stamford High School from 12:30 to 5:30 PM. Appointments can be made at the Red Cross Blood Donor App, at 1-800-RedCross or at redcrossblood.org..

Attorney General Letitia James took action to crack down on rampant robocalls and protect consumers nationwide. Attorney General James joined a coalition of 50 attorneys general to form a nationwide, bipartisan Anti-Robocall Litigation Taskforce to investigate and take legal action against companies responsible for enabling a majority of foreign robocalls into the United States. To report a scam from a robocall, contact the Attorney General’s complaint website at formsnym.ag.ny.gov.

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Animal Adventure Park announced that they are opening a sister facility called ‘The Preserve’ this week, right across the street for their original facility, owner Jordan Patch told WCDO News about the new venture:

(Jordan Patch 8-2-22)

Patch said that more information is available at visitaap.com.

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The 7th annual Friends of Rogers Wild Goose Chase 5k Trail Run/Walk will be onsite at Rogers Center this year on Saturday, September 10th. The event is sponsored by Commerce Chenango, NBT Insurance Agency, Chobani and Proforma, Registration is open, at runsignup.com.

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Dunkin’ Donuts announced that their annual Go for the Gold initiative, held at more than a dozen locations in the Southern Tier last Thursday, raised $51,832 for Special Olympics New York. During the event, Special Olympics New York athletes and coaches were joined by local law enforcement partners to collect donations at participating Dunkin’ Donuts locations, the Sidney location collected over $1900 Thursday.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 8-2-22

The Otsego County Fair will be coming to the Fairgrounds in Morris Starting today, spokesperson Lisa Jones told WCDO News about some of the scheduled events:

(Lisa Jones 8-2-22)

The Otsego County Fair runs through Sunday August 7th, more information is available at Otsegocountyfair.org or on their Facebook page.

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The CDC reports that New York has the majority of confirmed monkeypox cases in the United States, with 1,345 cases, out of the more than 5,100 cases in the country. The next highest is California, which reported 799 cases of the virus.

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Federal authorities are investigating a single engine plane crash on Saturday, afternoon in Palantine in Montgomery County. The State Police initial investigation determined that a mechanical failure occurred, the pilot sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was air lifted to Albany Medical Center by LifeNet. No other injuries were reported. The investigation into the accident is continuing.

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Delaware County Public Health Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For dogs, cats and ferrets today from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, at Walton Town Garage, on State Highway 10, Walton. For questions or more information call 607-832-520 or see our website www.delawarecountypublichealth.com.

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A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Edmeston today, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Pathfinder Village, 3 Chenango Road. To donate blood, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS to schedule an appointment.

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(Erin Insinga 2-7-20)

The Delaware County Sheriff’s department investigation is ongoing & charges may be forthcoming.

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Today’s Wintery mix of precipitation should be wounding down soon, area Meteorologist Rich Townsend comments:

(Rich Townsend 2-7-20)

We will have the full forecast at the end of this news cast.

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“Galumpha: The Beethoven Project” comes to Norwich later this month as Part of the Binghamton Philharmonic’s yearlong celebration of Beethoven’s 250th Birthday.  Galumpha President & Director Andy Horowitz explained to WCDO News how it all came about:

(Andy Horowitz 2-7-20)

“Galumpha: The Beethoven Project” is also helping to raise funds for the Chenango Arts Council & the Norwich Theater Company, it  will take place  at 7:00 pm on Saturday, February 22nd at the Martin W. Kappel Theater at 27 West Main Street in Norwich. Tickets are $20, at chenangoarts.org or by calling 336-ARTS.

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Special Olympics New York and Glens Falls officials today announced the return of State Fall Games, which is expected to draw nearly 1,300 athletes, coaches, and families from throughout the state to Glens Falls this October to compete in seven fall sports: bocce, cycling, golf, equestrian, soccer, softball, and cross-country running.  State Fall Games was eliminated from the Special Olympics New York budget five years ago due to financial constraints,  The return of State Fall Games was announced today at a press conference at City Hall. The Games will be held Friday, Oct. 23 and Saturday, Oct. 24 at sporting venues throughout the Glens Falls and Queensbury area.

Volunteers for the Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals will host a Brooks’ BBQ Chicken Dinner today at Christ Episcopal Church, with proceeds going to the shelter. The dinner will be part of Cooperstown Winter Carnival 2020, will be held from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the church Parish Hall at 69 Fair Street. 

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold their next First Friday networking Breakfast this morning from 8:30 to 10:00 am at the Belleayre Mountain and Ski Center in Highmount.  The featured speaker for the event is State Senator James Seward.

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The Firemen’s Association of the State of New York will kick off the 15th Annual Firefighter Winter Games in Cortland this weekend, at the Greek Peak Mountain Resort, volunteer firefighters from across the State, dressed in full turnout gear, will participate in a variety of winter events and races throughout the weekend, more information is available at fasny.com