Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 50 year old Andrew Frank Jr and 49 year old Rena Jones of Sherburne following a lengthy investigation & the execution of a search warrant. Frank and Jones were arrested on numerous counts of 3rd Degree Burglary and Criminal Mischief, for allegedly breaking into local businesses and stealing money and damaging property. Frank was arraigned and was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility with no bail. Jones was released on an appearance ticket for Village of Sherburne Court on a later date. The investigation is still on going and more charges are pending.

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Voters in the Bainbridge Guilford School district approved of their Capital Project Wednesday. Voters approved by a 140-71 vote in favor of the project, a big portion of the project will improve the Athletic Fields and construct a parking lot next to the Football Field with 102 parking spaces.

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The next legislative session in Albany will begin in January, local Assemblyman Joe Angelino told WCDO news that he will be watching what happens with the recently passed Environmental Bond Act:

(Joe Angelino 12-8-22)

Angelino said that with latest redistricting he gained 6 towns in Madison County to his district, but lost a few in Broome County, there will be another redistricting for the 2024 elections that could drastically change his district again.

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Delaware County is announcing the opening of the Delaware County Resiliency and Income Loss Grant, which is a $941,175 grant from the CARES Act, Evan Bowker of the Delaware County Department of Economic Development explains the 2 categories that County Businesses can get funding for regarding how COVID affected their business:

(Evan Bowker 12-8-22)

The Department of Economic Development has published the guidelines and draft applications on its website, with a digital application coming soon. These documents can be found at dcecodev.com/rail. The deadline for applications has been set for January 25, 2023. More information is available at 607-832-5123.

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The Sidney Central School District announced that the Observatory will be closed tonight, due to inclement weather.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 12-8-22

The Morris Central School District residents will be voting on a Building project on Tuesday December 13th, Superintendent Jamie Maistros told WCDO News about the $14.5 million dollar project:

(Jamie Maistros 12-8-22)

Maistros said that there will be a public forum today at 5:30 in the School Library, & a link to the meeting will be posted on the District Website for those who can not attend in person.

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Destination Oneonta will be hosting the annual Tree Lighting later today In Muller Plaza. The tree lighting is scheduled for 5:30 PM, & is open to the public.

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A Recruitment Event is being held at the Norwich CDO Workforce today, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at 1 O’Hara Drive. The Raymond Corporation & T-Squared Custom Millwork are recruiting, interested workers are asked to Call the CDO Workforce Center at 607-334-2201, ext. 127 to schedule an interview time.

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The Town of Sidney will hold a public meeting today at 6:30 PM, to discuss amending the Town zoning laws. The meeting will be held at The Town Building located at 44 Grand Street.

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Tonight will be the 2nd of 2 nights for Legally Blonde The Musical at the Forum Theater in Binghamton, Tina Niles from NAC Entertainment said that some tickets are still available:

(Tina Niles 12-8-22)

More information about tonight’s show or future shows can be found at Broadway In Binghamton.com or by calling 607-772-1391.

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Voters in the Unatego School District approved of a proposal for a new bus, by a 62 to 19 margin Monday, a proposition to put up to 5 million dollars over 15 years into a capital reserve fund passed by a 56 to 24 vote.

Another Winter Storm is expected to hit the region tomorrow, local meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO news what might happen:

(Townsend 3-11-22)

The National weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning in effect overnight tonight into Saturday evening.

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The Broome County District Attorney Mike Korchak announced that Scott Mawhiney of Deposit filed an application in State Supreme Court requesting bail while he appeals his recent conviction in Broome County Court. Mawhiney was found guilty for attempted murder of a police officer & was sentenced to 30 years in prison, for shooting State Trooper Ryan Thorp in June of 2021, after Trooper Thorp responded to the report of a domestic dispute. The motion was argued before New York State Supreme Court Judge, who denied Mawhiney’s request. Mawhiney will remain in prison.

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Several Fire Departments responded to the report of a fire at the Town of Windsor barn Thursday afternoon. The investigation revealed that the fire started in the bay area of a garage, with fire damage to the entire garage itself with most of the damage occurring in the bay area. Windsor, West Windsor, Harpursville, West Colesville, 5 Mile Point, Deposit fire departments responded, no injuries were reported.

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As New Yorkers prepare to set their clocks forward one hour on Sunday, for Daylight Saving Time, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York is urging everyone to check their smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. New York State currently leads the nation in home fire deaths in 2022, with 51 deaths & the the Firefighters Association reminds people to Test alarms at least once a month, If you have an alarm with a removable battery, be sure to check the batteries every six months, and change the batteries every year. Families should also develop and practice a home fire escape plan. For more information, go to fasny.com.

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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office announced Modified visitation procedures for inmate visitation beginning on Saturday, March 12th. Visitors are encouraged to make an appointment for visitation by calling 607-337-1967, Monday through Friday during normal lobby hours. Visitation will be on Saturdays and Sundays ONLY, 2 visitors will be allowed per inmate, for 1 hour. All visitors and inmates will be required to wear a face mask in the facility.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for their annual Citizen & Business of the Years awards, Sidney Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:

(TERI SCHUNK 3-11-22)

Schunk said that Nomination forms need to be submitted by the end of next week., the awards will be announced in April & the winners will be honored at the Sidney Chamber’s annual dinner in June.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-11-22

Sidney Police Department responded to a domestic dispute Tuesday, police arrested 38 year old Roberto Rincon of Sidney for Criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation, Rincon was arraigned in Village of Sidney Court where he was released on his own recognizance to appear back in court at a later date.

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Late Wednesday Night into early Thursday Morning, State Troopers and members from the State DOT assisted with the closure of State Route 17 west between exits 67 and 66 to remove a large piece of machinery. Back on February 25th, a tractor trailer, which was not permitted properly, was pulling a large piece of machinery when it suffered a mechanical failure during transport. The weight of the machinery was too heavy to move and a crane from Rogers Industrial & Crane Specialists was brought in to move the load off the first trailer and onto another properly permitted trailer.

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A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held today at the Bainbridge-Guilford High School from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. To Donate, register by calling 1-800 RED CROSS.

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The Town of Sidney will hold an After Hours Open House today from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Town Of Sidney Office Building at 44 Grand Street. Refreshments & tours of the facility will be offered, including the new DMV office.

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Norwich Theater Company presents “Boeing, Boeing” in the Martin W. Kappel Theater, tonight & Saturday Night at 7 pm and Sunday at 2:00 PM. Mary Beth Miller of the Chenango Arts Council explains:

(Mary Beth Miller 3-11-22)

Tickets are available at norwichtheatercompany.org or at Chenango Arts Council’s offices at 27 West Main Street, Norwich. More information is available at 607-336-2787 or email info@chenangoarts.org.

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State Police arrested 60 year old Michael McBride of Oneonta for 2nd degree assault, tampering with physical evidence & criminal possession of a controlled substance, following an investigation into a February 24th domestic dispute. McBride is accused using a box cutter on a victim, he left the scene & was apprehended by troopers on State Route 7. McBride was arraigned & remanded to the Otsego County Jail pending court action..

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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office announced Modified visitation procedures for inmate visitation beginning on Saturday, March 12th. Visitors are encouraged to make an appointment for visitation by calling 607-337-1967, Monday through Friday during normal lobby hours. Visitation will be on Saturdays and Sundays ONLY, 2 visitors will be allowed per inmate, for 1 hour. All visitors and inmates will be required to wear a face mask in the facility.

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The Town of Sidney will hold an After Hours Open House on Friday March 11th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Town Of Sidney Office Building at 44 Grand Street. Refreshments & tours of the facility will be offered.

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Freshman New York City Mayor Eric Adams is looking to see if the controversial Bail Reform bill passed 2 years ago can be reversed or altered, and give the option of bail back to the judges to decide, Local Assemblyman Joe Angelino agrees with that idea:

(Assemblyman Joe Angelino 3-2-22)

New York state is the only state that has a bail reform law that dictates that people accused of misdemeanors & certain felonies can not be remanded to jail before their next court date, Angelino said that there have been many cases where accused criminals are released, and immediately commit another crime.

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A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-2-22

The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 27 year old Austin Demuth of New Berlin Saturday following an investigation into a 2-car collision on Lyon Brook Rd in the Town of Oxford. Demuth was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation & other traffic infractions, he had 2 active Arrest Warrants issued by Norwich City Court and he was taken into custody for the warrants. Demuth faces court action in Norwich City Court & Oxford Court at later dates.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 53-year-old Tina Kerschner of Sidney Monday on an Arrest Warrant for Violation of Probation. Deputies were contacted by the Village of Sidney Police Department that they had Kerschner in custody on unrelated charges. Kerschner was transported to the Delaware County Correctional Facility, where she will be held pending further order of the Delaware County Court.

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A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held today FOXCARE in Oneonta from 12:00 Noon to 5:00 PM,. The Unadilla Valley School District will also host a blood drive today from 9:00AM to 1:00 PM, to make an appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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New York’s Republican Party leaders nominated Congressman Lee Zeldin as their candidate for governor Tuesday at a convention on Long Island. Zeldin will still face a primary challenge in June, as 4 other candidates are also pushing to be the Republican Gubernatorial nominee.

Officials with the Delaware County Fair announced that their Secretary’s office and fair store was broken into and vandalized, Fair Spokesman Jason Craig comments:

(Jason Craig 7-13-21)

Craig said that the Fair Board of Directors is offering a reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those involved. The Walton Police Department is investigating and anyone with information can call them at 865-5400 or send us a Facebook message or email to delcofair@gmail.com.

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The Ron Palmer Memorial Scholarship Fund Annual Tribute and Reunion Fundraising Event will be taking place this Saturday at the Hidden Springs Brewhaus on County Road 31 in Norwich from 12:00 noon to 7:00pm.  Organizer & Local musician Bruce Beadle explains:

(Bruce Beadle 7-13-21)

Beadle said that Tickets are on sale for $15 each pre-sale at the Hidden Springs Brewhaus, The Blarney Stone Pub, Taylor’s Country House, Rita’s Tavern, the Norwich VFW and the Artist’s Palette, tickets will also be available at the gate for $20.  Beadle said that Palmer was a well-known local musician who toured & recorded With the Late Harry Chapin in the 70’s, more information about the scholarship or the fundraiser is available at 244-5481.

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Attorney Danielle Fogel of Onondaga County announced that she is running for Supreme Court Judge in New York’s 5th Judicial District as the Republican candidate.  Fogel’s announcement follows former Democratic Congressman Anthony Brindisi’s announcement that he will run for the seat.

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Vestal Police arrested 31 year old Zeke Wilmarth of Binghamton for Attempted Murder, following a stabbing on Garden Lane Sunday.  Police found the victim with multiple stab wounds & other injuries; she was taken to an area hospital and was in critical condition, the investigation is continuing, Wilmarth faces court action shortly.

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Governor Cuomo signed a bill today that would overturn an outdated law that was rarely enforced.  The bill will allow New Yorkers to get a haircut at a barbershop or salon on Sundays.

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Binghamton Mayor Richard David announced his intentions today to run for the 52nd District State Senate seat in 2022.  The State Senate Seat will be available next year after current State Senator Fred Akshar’s announced that he would run for Broome County Sheriff, instead of for re-election to the State Senate.

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Chenango County Public Health announced that a 2nd dose Pfizer clinic will be held today at the former Label Shopper Store in the South Plaza in Norwich.  The Clinic will run from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, more information is available at 337-1660. 

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A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-13-21

State Police are investigating multiple burglaries at seasonal residences in Chenango, Delaware and Otsego counties. 23 year old Christopher Youngs of the town of Maryland and 27 year old John Clark of Morris have been charged with 2nd degree Burglary and Criminal Possession of Stolen Property for burglaries in Otsego and Delaware counties.  Youngs was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $50,000 cash bail or $150,000 bond.  Clark was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $25,000 cash bail or $50,000 bond.  The investigation is ongoing; anyone with information should contact State Police at Troop C in Sidney at 561-7400.

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State Police arrested 33 year old Johnny Rivera of South Glens Falls for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, following an accident on Delaware County Road 4 in the Town of Sidney.  A trooper found an unoccupied Rent-A-Center Van that crashed into the guide rail, which had been reported stolen from Glens Falls, Rivera was walking away from the scene, he was taken to Tri-Town Hospital for the treatment of injuries then he was arraigned in Sidney Town Court & was released on his own recognizance and scheduled to reappear on July 22nd. 

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Sidney Police Department arrested 66 year old Paul Ferron of  Sidney for Aggravated unlicensed operation in the 1st degree,  Aggravated DWI with a BAC .18 or greater, Driving while intoxicated, and several tickets for traffic infractions following a recent traffic stop.  Ferron was released on appearance tickets to appear in Village of Sidney Court at a later date.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded last Thursday to a reported violation of a temporary order of protection in East Branch, 51 year-old Thomas Newman  of Hancock is accused making written contact with the protected party & for allegedly swerving his vehicle towards the protected party, who was walking along State Highway 30.  Newman was charged with 2 counts of criminal contempt & 1 count of harassment, he was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on Cash Bail pending court action.

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The 1st big winter storm of the season is heading this way late Wednesday in Thursday, Local Meteorologist Rich Townsend explains:

(Townsend 12-15-20)

The National Weather service has a Winter Storm Watch in Place from 3:00 PM Wednesday through 10:00 AM Thursday.

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Governor Cuomo said that Hospitalizations could approximately double in one month if the current rate of growth continues:

(Cuomo 12-15-20)

The Governor said that the fall and winter surge could lead to 11,000 people hospitalized with COVID and 3,500 additional fatalities in a month if the current rate continues.

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Broome County Health Department reported another 116 positive COVID 19 cases today, they reported no deaths, they have had 154 so far.  There are 5610 recoveries & almost 4700 are being monitored by the Broome Health Department.

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Chenango County Public Health reported 2 more deaths today from COVID-19.  The County reports 130 active cases, 8 active hospitalizations, 552 quarantines, there were 12 more positive cases, bringing the county total to 880. There have been 714 recoveries, 16 total deaths & over 50,000 tests have been performed.

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The Town of Sidney will be holding a Special Meeting and receive public comments and act on the proposed Annexation request from the Village of Sidney for 2 parcels totaling 5.6 acres along County Route 4 in Sidney.  The meeting will take place on Monday December 28th at 7:00 p.m. at 44 Grand Street in Sidney.

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The Cooperstown Central School District announced today that they will go to all remote learning until January 19th.  The district reported 1 new COVID 19 case, and a rising number of close contacts to that case, as the reason to go to remote learning.

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The Otsego County Board of representatives approved of a measure to add to the staff of the County Health Department.  The Health Department continues to respond to the rising number of COVID 19 cases, at least 3 more health professionals will be added to the staff for the fight against the ongoing pandemic.

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A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 12-15-20

Governor Cuomo directed state agencies to prepare emergency response assets as a coastal storm system is expected to bring heavy snow & strong winds beginning Wednesday afternoon and continuing into Thursday morning.    The track of the storm is still developing, early forecasts and models show it has the potential to deliver 7 to 12 inches of snow and sleet across the New York City, Long Island, Southern Tier and the Mid-Hudson Regions.

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Otsego County Department of Health reported 11 new COVID 19 cases, 17 are hospitalized & they report another death, giving them 9 since the spring.  Otsego County has had 1597 total confirmed cases, with 146 active cases, 840 of the cases come from the Oneonta colleges.

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Delaware County Public Health announced that there were 16 positive new cases of COVID 19 Monday there were 99 active cases, 4 are hospitalized, 384 are quarantined, and Delaware County has had 528 total cases with 420 recoveries & 9 deaths.

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(Cuomo 6-2-20)

State Police Superintendent Keith Corlett said that troopers are ready to be deployed again tonight, where ever they are needed:

(Superintendent Corlett 6-2-20)

Governor Cuomo said that he didn’t envision a need to send State Police or the National Guard to New York City, which has a police force of 38,000 currently.

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The State Health Department reports over 1300 new coronavirus cases in Hospitals across the state Monday, bringing the state total since March of 373,040.  Another 58 died from the Virus Monday, bringing the state death toll to 24,023.

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The State Health Department continues to double check the discrepancies of Coronavirus deaths attributed to both Nursing homes & Hospitals.  Early in the Pandemic, officials have learned that a Nursing home could send a positive patient to a hospital, where they later died, the hospitals would list the death among their reporting to the State, and the Nursing home, which was the patient’s legal address, would also report that death to the state.  The investigation by the Health Department is ongoing.

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Governor Cuomo announced today that Summer Day Camps Can Reopen on June 29th, a decision on sleep away summer camps has not yet been reached, plans will have to be drawn up to provide for social distancing in the sleeping areas as well as during various camp activities.

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The Broome County Health department reports 557 total coronavirus cases today, with 44 deaths. 407 recoveries & 369 patients are being monitored.  They have conducted over 13,000 tests since early March.

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The Broome County Agricultural Society announced today that they have decided to cancel the 2020 Broome County Fair.   The Board of Directors aims to resume the Broome County Fair, July 27 to August 1, 2021.

The Bainbridge Guilford central School District will hold their public budget hearing at 6:00 PM tonight through Zoom, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan comments:

(Tim Ryan 6-2-20)

The Proposed budget is 20.1 Million dollars; the tax levy increase is 2.4%.

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Delaware County Public Health received no positive lab reports for COVID-19 Monday, they currently report 73 Total Positive Results, 63 have recovered, 4 are Isolating at Home, 2 are Hospitalized, 4 are Deceased, 18 are Quarantined, they have performed over 26oo tests.

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Chenango County Public health announced that they are up to 133 confirmed cases of the Coronavirus.  There are currently 107 people quarantined, 1 is hospitalized, 5 have died, 93 have recovered, they have conducted 4467 tests.

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The Town of Sidney announced that there will be a Round Table Zoning Law meeting on Tuesday June 9th starting at 6:30 on Zoom! Information is available at the Town of Sidney Website.  More information is available at 561-2334.

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Delaware County DPW will begin milling on County Route 33 today at the intersection with State Route 23 & the work will proceed to County Route 12.  The Work will be performed daily from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, weather permitting & is expected to be completed June 12th.

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The Otsego County Health Department announced that a skunk has tested positive for rabies in Burlington Flats. 1 unvaccinated dog was exposed to the rabid skunk & will be euthanized, the next Otsego County Rabies clinic will be December 5th from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at the Susquehanna Animal Shelter.
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Attorney General Barbara Underwood released the annual “Pennies for Charity: Where Your Money Goes; Fundraising by Professional Fundraisers” report, which found that nearly 1/3rd of charitable donations ended up in the pockets of professional fundraisers. In 2017, more than $1.18 billion was raised in New York State through 964 fundraising campaigns conducted by professional fundraisers on behalf of charities. The report and the searchable Pennies for Charity database containing the underlying data is posted at www.CharitiesNYS.com.
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The Binghamton Devils today announced they will be holding a the “Put the Biscuit in the Basket” food drive starting on Wednesday and running until Saturday, December 15, benefitting CHOW. Fans can bring in two or more non-perishable food items starting this Wednesday and receive a free ticket to a game on Saturday, December 1, Saturday, December 8, Saturday, December 15 or Friday, December 21st. Donations will be accepted every day during normal business hours at the Binghamton Devils front office, and on game days at the front office and the credential table on the first floor. More information is available at binghamtondevils.com or 722-7367.
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