WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 4-18-25

by wcdonews Posted on April 18, 2025

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-18-25

4 more people will be inducted into the General Clinton Canoe Regatta Hall of Fame this year, committee member John Harmon told WCDO News who is going in:

(John Harmon 4-18-25)

The Hall of Fame Induction will be held on Saturday May 24th at the Canoe Regatta grounds in General Clinton Park in Bainbridge.

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State Police & Norwich Police arrested 62 year old Martin Lewicki of Norwich, for criminal possession of stolen property & tampering with physical evidence Lewicki is accused of stealing items from area retail stores & attempting to sell the merchandise online. Lewicki was arraigned in City of Norwich Court and was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility without bail, the investigation is continuing & more charges may be filed.

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51 year old Antoine Loup of Endicott was sentenced to 25 years to life, for 2nd degree Murder & Tampering with Physical Evidence. On July 8, 2023, Loup pulled up at 4 Filmore Avenue in Endicott where Aaron LeGare, and others were playing cards, LaGare approached Loup’s vehicle, an argument ensued & Loup shot LaGare in the chest & fled the scene.

28 year old Erin Hubbell of Margaretville, appeared in Delaware County Court this week & she pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Hubbell admitted to possessing over 500 milligrams of cocaine on January 8th in the Town of Roxbury, she faces up to 2 ½ years in state prison, Sentencing is set for June 17th.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-18-25

62 year old William Evans of the Bronx appeared in Delaware County Court this week & was sentenced to state prison for Possession of a Forged Instrument. On December 26, 2023, State Police were dispatched to a Delaware County bank, where 2 individuals had attempted to cash washed checks using a stolen identity, multiple attempts to use the stolen identity to cash checks had been made at other banks, security footage determined that 1 of the suspects was Evans. Last September, a Delaware County Grand Jury indicted Evans, he pleaded guilty to the Forged Instrument charge, he will serve 1 to 3 years in prison.

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The 2025 Daffodil Jazz Brunch will be held on April 19th to benefit Helios Care, at the home of Tom Morgan and Erna McReynolds, Otego Road, Franklin, Helios Care Spokesperson Kathryn Dailey explains:

(Kathryn Dailey 4-18-25)

More information about this & other fundraisers & programs can be found at helioscare.org.

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New York State Police announced the line-of-duty death of a retired investigator who was assigned to the World Trade Center site following the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001 On April 12, Investigator Thomas Herrick died from an illness resulting from that assignment at the Twin Towers site, Herrick served the police department for 26 years, retiring on Aug. 19, 2009.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 4-17-25

by wcdonews Posted on April 17, 2025

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-17-25

Governor Hochul announced that work is beginning on a $4 million project to transform the intersection of the James F. Lettis Highway and Main Street in Oneonta into a roundabout. Work on the project is getting underway this month with tree removal and other site preparation activities. Major construction will start in early to mid-July and will focus initially on the northern end of the intersection and the interior of the roundabout. During this phase, only the ramps to and from the Lettis Highway will be open to traffic traveling eastbound on Main Street. All other vehicular and pedestrian access will be closed. Detours for vehicles and pedestrians will be posted.

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State Department of Labor announced that the number of private sector jobs increased over the month by 5,600, to 8,464,400 in March. New York State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased from 4.3% in February to 4.2% in March, The statewide labor force participation rate held steady at 60.9% in March 2025.

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The State Department of Motor Vehicles is urging New Yorkers to sign up to be organ donors. Last year, for the 1st time, more than 50% of New Yorkers had registered to become organ and tissue donors through New York’s Organ Donor Registry. More than 80% enroll in the registry do so through the DMV. Currently there are 7,917 New Yorkers awaiting an organ transplant, almost 500 New Yorkers each year, die while waiting for a transplant.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 19 year old Kenyon Pickens of Guilford for reckless Endangerment, following an investigation into a 3 car accident on April 11th. Pickens is accused of attempting to avoid being stopped by a marked patrol unit, by accelerating his vehicle and driving in a reckless manner, Pickens failed to stop at a stop sign, resulting in a 3-car motor-vehicle accident at the intersection of State Highway 8 and County Road 37. Pickens was processed and was released on an appearance ticket for Town of Guilford Court at a later date.

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At this year’s General Clinton Canoe Regatta, there will be a new feature called the “Pacman Paddle With A Pro” race to be held on Friday May 23rd at 3:00 PM, to give novice paddlers a chance to paddle in a race with seasoned paddlers, . Regatta Committee member Duke Fisher explains:

(Duke Fisher 4-17-25)

The entry deadline for the new race will be May 1st at canoeregatta.org, more information is available by calling Fisher at 607-967-5917.

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A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-17-25

Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick announced that 10 Correction officers have been indicted by a Grand Jury in connection with the death of Mid State Correctional Facility Inmate Messiah Nantwi on March 1st. 15 staff members from both Mid-State and Marcy Correctional Facilities have been placed on leave or suspended since Nantwi’s death, the grand jury indictment accuses Jonah Levi and Caleb Blair of murder, while others were charged with Manslaughter, gang assault or conspiracy.

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The Broome County District Attorney’s Office announced that Jeremy Lewis of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania was found guilty by a jury for possessing a loaded and defaced handgun. Lewis faces 15 years in State Prison as a Second time Felony Offender, in October 2023, the Endicott Police Department were called to a residence for a report of a disturbance, they found Lewis was in possession of a loaded firearm, which was identified as a 22 Caliber Semi-Automatic handgun which had been defaced.

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Governor Kathy Hochul launched the ConnectALL Deployment Program Request for Applications, or RFA, to secure internet service to unserved locations across New York State. ConnectALL will accept applications from April 15 through May 5 to fund projects deploying traditional fiber optic, cable, hybrid fiber-coaxial, licensed fixed wireless broadband service, and federally designated alternative technologies such as unlicensed fixed wireless and low-earth orbit satellite services. New York State is investing $1 billion to the program.

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Tax collections for State Fiscal Year 2024-25 totaled $117.5 billion, $2.1 billion higher than forecast by the Division of the Budget in the Executive Budget Financial Plan, according to State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli. Tax collections were higher due, in part, to increased personal income tax receipts resulting from financial market growth. All Funds spending totaled $241.5 billion, 2.8%, higher than last year. The Full report can be found at osc.ny.gov/reports

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Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar released the results of the first quarter of targeted DWI response conducted by the BCSO Road Patrol. The Sheriff’s Office began administering the STOP-DWI Program in January of this year, and partnered with the Broome County District Attorney’s Office to fund an additional patrol deputy specifically to target drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs. From January 1, 2025 – April 1, the DWI Enforcement Deputy charged 24 individuals with DWI, conducted 275 vehicle stops, made 44 arrests and issued 287 tickets.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-16-25

by wcdonews Posted on April 16, 2025

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-16-25

Commerce Chenango announced the 2nd annual Chenango Threat Assessment Committee Public Forum Tomorrow at 8:00 AM at the Achieve “Envisions” Facility at 27 Griffin Street, Norwich. Commerce Chenango President & CEO Sal Testani explains:

(Sal Testani 4-16-25)

Guest Speakers will include retired State Trooper Wes Mills, Daniel Auwater of the Chenango County Department of Social Services and retired FBI agent Joseph Testani the event is Free and open to the public, more information is available at commercechenango.com

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office responded Monday Night at about 9:15 pm, to the scene of a tractor trailer rollover accident on State Highway 10 in the Town of Delhi. The highway was shut down for several hours while units on scene worked to upright the vehicle, at about 1:30 AM, the vehicle was up-righted and removed from the scene. the investigation is continuing.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 30 year old George Robinson, who is wanted for violation of the family court act. Robinson is described as a white male, 6’2″ with red hair & brown eyes, anyone with information should contact the Sheriff;s Office at 607-832-5555 or submit a tip to the Sheriff’s Office App.

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Magic City Productions announced that ZZ Top: The Elevation Tour will be coming to the Visions Veterans Memorial Arena in Binghamton in September, Promoter Stu Green explains:

(Stu Green 4-16-25)

Tickets on sale Friday at 10 am at Ticketmaster.com and at the Mirabito Box Office at the Arena, Visit broomearenaforum.com for more information.

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A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-16-25

Grand Jury indictments were handed down in the case of the death of Messiah Nantwi, a prisoner at the Mid-State Correctional Facility. Nantwi died at a hospital on March 1 after being transported from the prison, during the 22-day strike by Correction Officers. 15 people were arrested, Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick has been investigating his death.

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31 year old Cody Smolin of Stamford pleaded guilty to 1 count of Driving While Intoxicated, he will be required to attend an Impaired Driver Program, and his license is revoked for at least 6 months, after that he will have to install an ignition interlock device on any vehicle he owns or drives. If Smolin violates any terms or conditions of his conditional discharge, he is subject to being re-sentenced to one year in jail. On November 20, a State Trooper responded to a report of an intoxicated hunter attempting to load a deer in a U-Haul in the Town of Stamford, he failed Standardized Field Sobriety Tests

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The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce announced that their annual awards dinner will be held on May 1st at the Longview Farms & Event Center in Edmeston. Golden Artist Colors was named Business of the year and Gary Herzig was named the Eugene Bettiol distinguished Citizen, RSVP’s are due by April 24th, by email to klaing@otsegocc.com.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 4-15-25

by wcdonews Posted on April 15, 2025

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-15-25

Otsego County Sheriff’s Office and State Police responded to the Wells Bridge Fire Department for a report of a passenger of a vehicle suffering from a gunshot wound. Investigation revealed that the victim was attempting to help an uninvolved friend move out of a residence in the Town of Unadilla when 32 year old Ryley Decker of Unadilla, intentionally discharged a round from a shotgun at the victim, who was taken to the Fire Department, & then was airlifted to Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse. Decker was located at his place of employment and taken in to custody by the State Police without incident. A search warrant for the residence was aquired which revealed additional evidence of the crime. Decker was processed and lodged in the Otsego County Correctional Facility for arraignment, an order of protection will be issued on behalf of the victim. The investigation is on-going and additional charges are pending.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 54 year old Richard Karl of Johnson City for Endangering the Welfare of a Child and Official Misconduct. The Sheriff’s Office received a report of a teacher having an inappropriate relationship with a student, at the Greene school District, Karl is accused of subjecting a student or students to contact potentially damaging to the physical, mental, and moral welfare of the child. Chenango County & Broome Sheriff’s Office arrested 56-year-old Karl Monday, he was processed & was turned over the Chenango County Corrections Division to be held for arraignment. The investigation is still ongoing, and more charges may come in the future.

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The Norwich City Police Department responded to a call of 3 males walking on Pleasant Street with long guns. The police department contacted the schools in the surrounding area and requested they go into lock down. Officers from the Norwich City Police Department, the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office and State Police saturated the area and located the 3 males who were identified and were carrying what appeared to be assault style weapons, the weapons turned out to be pellet guns. There was not danger to the public or surrounding schools.

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Helios Care announced that they will host their “Spring Camp Forget-Me Not”, on May 3rd in Richmondville, to help area children deal with grief, Spokesperson Meggan Sageese explains:

(Meggan Sageese 4-15-25)

The program is free, but registration is requested by April 25th at helioscare.org.

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A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-15-25

State Police responded Saturday night to a 2 vehicle head-on collision on State Highway 12 in the town of Oxford. 51 year old Lawrence Slater of Norwich crossed into on-coming traffic and struck an SUV driven by 62 year old Steven Biviano of Oxford head on, Biviano did not survive. Slater was transported to Wilson Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The investigation is on-going.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 43 yar old Matthew Barnes of Walton man on an arrest warrant, back on March 5th, Deputies responded to a domestic incident where children were present in the Town of Walton, Barnes left before Deputies arrived, they requested & received an Arrest Warrant from the Town of Walton Court. Last Wednesday, Barnes was located and charged with 3rd degree Assault, 5 counts of Endangering the welfare of a child and 1 count of Obstruction of Breathing. Barnes was arraigned and was released on his own recognizance, he is scheduled to return to Walton Town Court at a later date to answer the charges.

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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office responded Saturday to a 1 car motor vehicle accident on County Road 14 in the Town of Smyrna, deputies found that the vehicle had rolled over and struck a utility pole. 5 of the occupants had self-extricated from the vehicle but 1 occupant was still entrapped. The occupant in the vehicle, a 17-year-old male from Hamilton, was pronounced deceased on the scene, 4 of the occupants were transported to local hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries, the crash is still under investigation.

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State Police arrested 54 year old Mark Baily of Hartwick, following a reported domestic dispute in the town of Exeter. Bailey was involved in a domestic dispute that turned physical, he is also accused of pointing a loaded crossbow at a victim’s vehicle as they left. Investigators determined that Baily owns several guns but is not allowed to possess firearms because he is a convicted felon. Baily was arrested for Menacing, Assault, Endangering the Welfare of a Child & Criminal Possession of a Weapon, he was issued appearance tickets to the Exeter Town Court on May 14th.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 4-14-25

by wcdonews Posted on April 14, 2025

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-14-25

The New York State Budget is 14 days late, and budget extenders have been implemented to pay state employees and keep state programs functioning. Assemblyman Joe Angelino said that the hold-up is one that has come up many times over the last 3 decades in Albany:

(Joe Angelino 4-14-25)

Angelino said that the big sticking point is the reforms to the state’s discovery laws, which involves including late evidence being turned in from District Attorney’s to Defense attorneys prior to a trial, the Governor wants some reform, much of the legislature does not.

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The annual Recruit New York Days will be on April 26th or 27th, where fire companies & EMS squads are looking to add to their ranks, Roger Barnhart of the Bainbridge Fire Department told WCDO News that at the Bainbridge & Unadilla events, there will be additional programs for the community:

(Roger Barnhart 4-14-25)

The full list of Fire Department participating in the RecruitNY program can be found at recruitny.org.

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The Chenango County Department of Public works will close County Road 39 between Old Gifford Road and State Route 206 in Bainbridge, starting Tuesday for the replacement of a large culvert. The road closure is expected to last 1 to 3 days, depending on weather conditions.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is bringing back the Summer Music Series downtown, on the 3rd Wednesday of the month, Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:

(Teri Schunk 4-14-25)

Schunk said that more information about the music series & other events can be found at the Sidney Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.

A.M. NEWS Monday 4-14-25

State Police arrested 37 year old Christopher Banks of Nineveh for Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child. A search warrant was executed on April 4th, Banks was found to be in possession of images consistent with child sexual exploitation. During the course of the investigation, it was revealed that 38 year old Mark Banks of Nineveh sexually abused a dairy cow while employed at a farm in the town of Colesville. Banks was charged with Sexual Misconduct, both were issued appearance tickets to the Colesville Town Court on April 24th.

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Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force arrested 57 year old Bruce Hines of the town of Union after they executed a search warrant Thursday, Hines resisted officers and had to be detained after a brief struggle. Officers confiscated Methamphetamine, Fentanyl, Digital Scales, Packaging Material and $304 in cash, Hines was charged with multiple Counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and 2 Counts Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia, plus Obstructing Governmental Administration & Resisting Arrest, he was arraigned and remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility.

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The Otsego County Solid Waste Department Plastic Film Recycling Challenge ends today. Participating schools collected film plastics such as Grocery Bags, Bread bags, Bubble wrap, The winner of the each division will receive an ice cream social event soon, last year over 6 tons of the plastics were diverted out of the waste stream in otsego county.

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Utica University has announced its commencement speaker for the undergraduate ceremony in 2025 will be Hamdi Ulukaya, the founder and CEO of Chobani, Ulukaya will receive the honorary degree of Doctor of Humane Letters from Utica University, he emigrated from his native Turkey in 1994 to the US, he purchased a closed factory in Edmeston in 2007 with a small business loan, Chobani became he biggest seller of Greek Yogurt in the world by 2012. The undergraduate ceremony is set for May 9th at The Adirondack Bank Center at the Utica Memorial Auditorium.

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Delhi firefighters responded Sunday at around 12:00 Noon for a structure fire at 220 Rosa Circle. Early reports suggest that an electric car in a garage caught fire, the structure was a total loss, WCDO will have more information when it is released.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 4-11-25

by wcdonews Posted on April 11, 2025

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-11-25

Commerce Chenango announced that they will hold their 3rd Annual Hiring Event on May 16th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Unadilla Valley High School. Commerce Chenango Spokesperson Sophia Root explains:

(Sophia Root 4-11-25)

Business or organizations that are interested in participating on May 16th can sign up at commercechenango.com or call (607) 334-1400.

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The New York Theatre Ballet will present their “Once Upon A Ballet” series at the Chenango Arts Council’s Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich Saturday night, spokesperson Mary Beth Miller explains:

(MARY BETH MILLER 4-11-25)

The ballet will be at 7:00 PM Saturday night, more information about this and other performances are available at chenangoarts.org

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Delaware County Public Health is scheduling Rabies vaccination clinics, following the recent report of the first rabid animal of the year in Masonville last week. The next clinic will be held in Sidney on May 5, from 5:30PM-7:30PM, at the Sidney Fire Hall at 74 River Street. More information about rabies can be found at delawarecountypublichealth.com

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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli’s auditors found that New York state bought hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of medical equipment at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, that now sits unused in storage facilities. To compete for the purchase of the medical equipment at the start of the pandemic, Then Governor Cuomo took emergency steps to accelerate the procurement process, inconsistent with Office of General Services guidance. DiNapoli’s auditors determined the state paid $452.8 million to purchase 247,343 Medical items & machines, only 324 of those items were distributed, the audit recommends that the state distribute the items to hospitals & medical providers who may be able to use them, and stop paying for excessive storage fees for those items.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-11-25

Registration for the 4th annual Nate Lull Scholarship Golf Tournament is now underway, for the tournaments to be held at the Ouleout Creek Golf Course in Franklin, Lull told WCDO news that interested golfers should sign up as soon as possible:

(Nate Lull 4-11-25)

Golfers can go to Nate Lull.com, click on the golf tournament banner on the homepage. All proceeds go to Nate’s scholarship, which has handed out just under $50-thousand dollars in its first 3 years, including money going to the Class of 2025.

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A Citizen Preparedness Training Event will be held on Monday, April 28th in Margaretville at the Town Hall, hosted by Delaware County Public Health, with representatives from the New York National Guard & The State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services. Isabella Ziolkowski of Delaware County Public Health explains:

(Isabella Ziolkowski 4-11-24)

This event is free and open to the public, they can register by calling 607-832-5200, Ziolkowski said that they are planning to do additional training events in Walton & Sidney as soon as possible.

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New York State residents are reminded to learn about the different types of driver’s licenses, available through the Department of Motor Vehicles. A REAL ID will be required for domestic air travel and access to certain federal buildings starting May 7th, an Enhanced Driver’s License serves as a REAL ID compliant document that allows for land and sea travel to Canada, Mexico, and Caribbean without the need for a passport. A Standard License is still available but can’t be used for domestic air travel or entry into certain federal buildings after May 7th. For more information, visit your local DMV office or visit DMV.NY.gov.

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The Chenango County Historical Society will host an unveiling of the recently refurbished “special edition” marker at Rogers Environmental Education Center at 10:45 am. on April 25. the “Game Farm” plaque is situated roadside along Route 80 in the town of Sherburne. The unveiling is being held on National Historic Marker Day to honor the New York State Department of Transportation sign crew who refurbished the sign, for more information, go to ChenangoHistorical.org.

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“MASONVILLE CONNECTS” will hold an Easter Egg Hunt at the old Masonville school building this Sunday at 1:00 pm for area children. More information about this & future Masonville Connects events can be found at their Facebook Page.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 4-10-25

by wcdonews Posted on April 10, 2025

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-10-25

Delaware County District Attorney Shawn Smith announced the unsealing of a 5 count Indictment against 34 year old John Pierre Regazzi of Delhi. Regazzi was indicted for 1st degree Rape, Criminal Sexual Act, assault, menacing & unlawful imprisonment involving the same unidentified victim.

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State Police in Saratoga and the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office are currently investigating an officer-involved shooting at the State Police location on state Route 9 in Malta at about 1:40 PM Wednesday. An unidentified individual started firing a rifle at the barracks, troopers responded & the suspect is deceased. Two troopers suffered minor injuries. The investigation is continuing.

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State Police announced that an injured bald eagle that was hit on February 27th by a vehicle in Oxford, has been returned to the wild. State Troopers & the DEC responded to the scene, the eagle was taken to the Janet Swanson Wildlife Hospital at Cornell, the eagles was bruised but did not have broken bones. The eagle was sent to the Feathered and Furry Wildlife Center and after the completed rehabilitation, the eagle was released back into wild after 6 weeks. Video of the release is available on the State Police Facebook page.

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Agri-Mark Incorporated of Vermont has recalled 189 cases of Cabot Creamery 8-ounce premium butter, Consumers should not eat or use the recalled butter, which has an expiration date of September 9th. Agri-Mark officials said that they have recovered 99.5% of the potentially contaminated lot before it was sold to consumers, it was found to contain Coliform bacteria, Cabot products are sold in several states, including in New York.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-10-25

Broome County Sheriff’s Office & Binghamton Police conducted targeted enforcement last Friday as part of the State Gun Involved Violence Elimination initiative, they performed a total of 19 vehicle stops, among those arrested, 18 year old Isaac Decker of Chenango for speeding, DWI, Reckless Endangerment & several other charges after Decker caused a a 2-car motor vehicle accident at the Court Street roundabout. The Detail also arrested 42 year old Jesten Hyde of Conklin for a variety of drug charges, Hyde was found to possess 23 grams of methamphetamine. The initiative also resulted in drug charges against 38 year old Christopher Pierre of Endicott, for possessing cocaine, methamphetamine and a schedule 2 controlled substance.

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28 year old Keisha Wright of Hancock appeared in Delaware County Court Tuesday & was sentenced to 1 year in jail for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property. In October of 2023, a State Trooper located a stolen credit card in a store in Deposit they were able to identify Wright as the individual that dropped the card. The credit card was not used, & the owner had canceled it. Wright admitted in court that she possessed the stolen credit card & intended to use it. She was due to be sentenced to a 9 month prison term, but she failed to appear for sentencing, she was located, arrested & was returned Delaware County Court where Judge Hubbard imposed imposed an enhanced sentence

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An Oneida County Grand Jury met Wednesday regarding the death of Midstate Correctional inmate Messiah Nantwi, who died March 1st. 15 staff members at both Midstate and Marcy Correctional are on leave or suspended in connection with the case. The Grand Jury will determine if there is evidence to indict them.

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Amphenol Aerospace in Sidney is celebrating 100 years in the village this year, with an Open House in July among the celebrations. Chris Cappello is the Director of Marketing Communications, and he told WCDO News that Amphenol & Sidney has a tremendous reputation across the globe:

(Chris Cappello 4-10-25)

Cappello is also authoring a book about the Amphenol History, which should be ready by the July 19th open house, the full interview with Cappello can be heard this evening, following the 6:00 PM news here on WCDO.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-9-25

by wcdonews Posted on April 9, 2025

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-9-25

Commerce Chenango announced the 2nd annual Chenango Threat Assessment Committee Public Forum on Thursday, April 17th , at 8:00 AM at the Achieve “Envisions” Facility at 27 Griffin Street, Norwich. Commerce Chenango President & CEO Sal Testani explains:

(Sal Testani 4-9-25)

Testani said that registration is available at Commercechenango.com, Guest Speakers will include retired State trooper Wes Mills, Daniel Auwater of the Chenango County Department of Social Services and retired FBI agent Joseph Testani the event is Free and open to the public.

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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand slammed President Trump’s tariff tax hike, as her office has received numerous stories from constituents concerned about the return of higher inflation. Gillibrand signed on to the bipartisan Trade Review Act, calling for Congressional oversight on all proposed tariffs:

(Gillibrand 4-9-25)

Senator Gillibrand also said that she has signed on to a letter demanding that the Trump administration immediately repeal the tariffs, however, the President has doubled down with threats to increase tariffs on China from 54% to 110%.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 32 year old Branden Ward of Sangerfield for 3rd degree Assault. Ward was arrested following an investigation of an assault at the Otsego County Correctional Facility, where Ward allegedly struck another inmate which caused physical injury, he was processed and issued an Appearance Ticket returnable to the Town of Middlefield Court at a later date.

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Long Time Chenango County Restaurateur Gary Kurz, who for many decades operated the Silo Restaurant in Greene, passed away in his Florida home Tuesday. Kurz was 72, funeral arrangements are being organized for the funeral to be held in Greene, and will be announced shortly.

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A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-9-25

54 year old Jason Burress of Bainbridge pleaded guilty to Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs in Delaware County Court Tuesday. Sidney Police conducted a traffic stop in Sidney on July 11th, 2024, a blood analysis confirmed the presence of methamphetamine in the defendant’s blood. Sentencing will be on May 6th, he will likely face 6 months in jail & will have his license revoked.

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34 year old Milton Jordan-Martinez of Buchanan pleaded guilty in the Town of Deposit Court on Monday to Driving While Intoxicated, and he was sentenced to a one-year conditional discharge. Jordan-Martinez was pulled over on March 15, on State Highway 17 in Deposit after State Police received a report of an erratic driver, he failed a Standardized Field Sobriety Test, he had a BAC of .13%. Jordan-Martinez will be required to attend a Victim Impact Panel, his license will be revoked for 6 months, he will have to install an ignition interlock device on vehicles he owns or drives, if he violates any terms or conditions of his conditional discharge, he is subject to being re-sentenced to one year in jail.

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Some new activities will be part of the General Clinton Canoe Regatta in May, Regatta Co-Chair Christine Smith explains:

(Christine Smith 4-9-25)

This Year’s Canoe Regatta runs from Friday May 23rd through Sunday May 25th with a host of activities at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge

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The 2025 Daffodil Jazz Brunch will be held on April 19th to benefit Helios Care, at the home of Tom Morgan and Erna McReynolds, Otego Road, Franklin, Helios Care Spokesperson Kathryn Dailey explains:

(Kathryn Dailey 4-9-25)

Registrations should be made soon at helioscare.org/events or by phone 607 432-6773.

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