Autopsies have been completed on Christina Arvidson and Dustin McMahon of Richmondville, Who were found 1 week ago deceased in the town of Summit. The cause of death for Arvidson was a gunshot wound to the head, and the manner of death has been ruled a homicide. The cause of death for Dustin McMahon was a gunshot wound to the head, and the manner of death has been ruled suicide. The autopsy results are consistent with the evidence located at the scene. State Police are continuing with the investigation into the circumstances that led to the murder-suicide.
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Over 800 Otsego County residents were without power earlier this morning. About 550 were without power around Cooperstown and the rest were in the Unadilla area. NYSEG reported that all power was restored by the late morning.
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The 2018 Women’s Health Series continues today in Norwich. RN Judith Samsel will discuss Diabetes at the Bohemian Moon at 103 East Main Street in Norwich starting at 7:00 PM; more information is available at 337-4183.
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The Sidney Super 8 is holding a winter clothing drive for children, Super 8 General Manager Vesna Hoblitz explains:
(Vesna Hoblitz 11-12-18)
All of the items collected these items will be distributed at VEP on Main Street Sidney after the Jolly Holly Days Parade on November 30th at 7:00 PM. More information is available at 563-8880 of be email super8sidney@gmail.com.
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O’Connor Hospital in Delhi announced today that they are offering a Free Smoking Cessation Program this Thursday November 15th, during the American cancer Society’s “Great American Smokeout”. The event will be held from 12:00 noon to 1:00 PM at the O’Connor Hospital, Board Conference Room, appointments are requested at 746-0334.
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State & Local leaders & Binghamton Rumble Ponies President John Hughes announced today a $5.1 million dollar upgrade to NYSEG Stadium. The upgrades include new seats, a series of structural upgrades to the stadium infrastructure, new sod & drainage system for the ball field & 2 new video boards, in left & right field, a sound new system & upgrades to the clubhouse & dugouts and new netting to protect fans in the stands.
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65 year old Daniel Drew of Buffalo has been identified as the pilot of the fatal plane crash near Chase Brook Road in the town of Tompkins Friday afternoon. Drew was the only person on the 6 passenger Cessna; he was heading for New Jersey after taking off from Niagara Falls. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 44 year old Patricia McNeilly of Franklin for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the 3rd Degree, and Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended Registration, and insufficient head lamps. McNeilly was issued appearance tickets for Town of Delhi Court at a later date.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 36 year old Dara Matthews of Meredith for DWI, Aggravated DWI, & having blood alcohol content greater that 0.18%, & criminal mischief, following an investigation of a domestic incident in the Town of Davenport. Matthews was arraigned at the Town of Davenport Court and was released upon her own recognizance.
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Governor Cuomo announced that more than $372 million in assistance is available to help older adults and low- and middle-income New Yorkers heat their homes this winter. Applications for the Home Energy Assistance Program will be accepted by local departments of social services starting tomorrow. Eligibility is based on income, household size and how the home is heated. Applications are available at myBenefits.ny.gov.
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