P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-30-25
Local government sales tax collections totaled $11.9 billion in the first half of 2025, an increase of 3.7% compared to last year, according to State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. 86% of counties experienced a year-over-year increase in first-half collections, with Hamilton County seeing the highest growth at 14.6%, followed by the counties of Delaware (12.9%), Orleans (12.1%) and Chenango (11.7%). Nearly 75% of cities outside of New York City that impose their own sales tax experienced growth in the first half, with Norwich having the largest increase at 19.3%.
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The Chenango County Historical Society is inviting interested parties to take part in this year’s “Parade of Trees,” ahead of the Holiday Open House on December 7, Society President Jessica Moquin explains:
(Jessica Moquin 7-30-25)
Moquin said that the “People’s Choice” contest, will return with both in-person and virtual visitors voting for their favorite decorated tree by making a donation to that organization’s tree. The winning tree campaign’s earnings will be split evenly between the organization and the Historical Society, more information is available at ChenangoHistorical.org.
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The Walton Theatre Preservation Association looking to raise money for newer LED lights, plus fixtures & a digital control board to upgrade the 110 year old Theater’s lighting, Association President Jim Rice explains:
(Jim Rice 7-30-25)
Rice said that as part of the fundraising effort, they will be at the Delaware County Fair, August 11-16, 2025, with materials, donation info, and an example of the lighting display. For more information, visit waltontheatre.org.
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The Afton Fair will be held a little bit later than usual this year, August 5th through the 9th, Fair President Jason Wicks told WCDO News about the fair highlights:
(Jason Wicks 7-30-25)
More information is available at aftonfair.com.
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A.M. NEWS Wednesday 7-30-25
State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a horse stolen from a property in the Endicott area. The horse is a neutered male, He is grey with flecks of red and has a darker muzzle. The Horse named “Koda” has dietary issues & was taken from a fenced in property on Struble Road in the town of Union sometime between July 23 and July 24. Anyone with information is urged to call the New York State Police at (607)561-7400, a picture of the horse is available at troopers.ny.gov.
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An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Delhi today from 11 am. – 4 pm., at the Delhi United Ministry, 1 Church Street, to donate blood, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.
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