WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 12-8-22

by wcdonews Posted on December 8, 2022

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 12-8-22

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.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-7-22

by wcdonews Posted on December 7, 2022

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-7-22

State Police released the names of the people involved Monday in a 2-vehicle crash in the town of Columbus; where a Van rear-ended a Tractor Trailer turning off of State Route 8. Police said that the passenger of the van, 22 year old Jasmine Morrison of Rome was pronounced deceased on scene. The driver of the van, 24 year old Tyler Stewart of Lee Center was airlifted to Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse, The driver of the tractor trailer, 38 year old Chad Alishaukas of Sherburne, was not injured. The investigation is continuing.

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Firefighters from Deposit and surrounding communities responded Early Tuesday morning to a reported fire at the New England Wood Pellets facility in the Industrial Park. The initial report was a fire in a hopper full of sawdust, Crews arrived on the scene, A second alarm was requested bring additional resources to the scene. The fire was extinguished in about 40 minutes and was confined to the hopper. No injuries were reported.

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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, chair of the Senate Armed Services Personnel Subcommittee, announced that historic reforms are in place in this year’s National Defense Authorization Act:

(Gillibrand 12-7-22)

Gillibrand said that last year’s defense bill did make some important changes, but still left many critical powers with commanders, which she has been fighting to change for the last 10 years.

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Tonight will be the 1st 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 12-7-22)

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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The Cazenovia College Board of Trustees announced that they will not be enrolling students for the 2023-2024 academic year & they will close permanently after the 2023 Spring semester. The Board said that the closure was necessary due to financial concerns accelerated by the COVID 19 pandemic and inflation. The Board reported that they will work to assist students with their plans for transferring for the Fall 2023 semester.

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The Greater Oneonta Historical Society was awarded a $49,500 multi-year Support for Organizations Grant from the New York State Council of the Arts. The Support for Organizations Grant will help fund the full-time salary of GOHS’ Executive Director, Dr. Marcela Micucci. More information about the Society is available at oneontahistory.org, at (607) 432-0960, or follow on their Facebook and Instagram pages.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 12-7-22

The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School District is holding a vote on their $15.4 Million Dollar capital project today, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan explains:

(Tim Ryan 12-7-22)

Ryan said that they would use their $4 Million dollar capital reserve fund and state aid to pay for the project, the vote will be from 12:00 noon to 9:00 PM on December 7th at the Greenlawn Elementary School in Bainbridge and the Guilford Elementary School.

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State Police issued 14,063 tickets during this year’s Thanksgiving traffic enforcement initiative, which targeted unsafe driving behaviors during the holiday weekend. State Troopers arrested 213 people for driving while impaired and investigated 927 crashes, three of which included fatalities. The special traffic enforcement period, ran from Wednesday, November 23, through Sunday, November 27, 2022.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s office arrested 70-year-old Charles David of Delhi, after Deputies received a complaint from Delhi Rehabilitation Center. David is accused of subjecting 2 female victims to unwanted sexual contact on 2 separate occasions while residing at the facility. David was charged with 2 counts of Forcible Touching, he was processed and will return to the Town of Delhi Court at a later date. An order of protection was issued for each of the victims.

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Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation to crack down on unwanted telemarketing calls, it requires telemarketers to give customers the option to be added to the company’s do-not-call list at the outset of certain telemarketing calls, right after the telemarketer’s name and solicitor’s name are provided.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting this morning. The meeting will begin at 8:00 AM in the Sidney Library Community room.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 12-6-22

by wcdonews Posted on December 6, 2022

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 12-6-22

State Police responded to a crash Monday involving a pedestrian in town of Sherburne. Police reported that a vehicle was traveling west on State Highway 80 when a pedestrian who was standing in the roadway and wearing dark clothing was struck. The pedestrian has been identified as 30 year old Megan Mikalunas of North Norwich, she was pronounced deceased on scene. The driver of the vehicle, 57 year old Robert Allen of Oneida stopped and flagged down another vehicle to call 911. Sherburne EMS and State Police responded to the scene, the investigation is on-going.

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State Police responded to a 2-vehicle crash Monday in the town of Columbus where 1 person was pronounced deceased on scene. A preliminary investigation revealed that a tractor trailer and a van were both traveling south on State Route 8. The driver of the tractor trailer was making a right turn when the van struck the rear of the tractor trailer. A female passenger in the van, from Rome, was killed, the male driver from Lee Center, was airlifted to Upstate Medical Hospital in Syracuse. The unidentified driver of the tractor trailer was not injured. The crash remains under investigation.

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The Bandera Family & Community Alliance announced Free Christmas Dinners again this year for Binghamton & Norwich residents, and this year they are adding a free Christmas Dinner for the Oneonta Community, Bill Bandera told WCDO News about their plans this Christmas:

(Bill Bandera 12-6-22)

Bandera the meals will be served at the American Legion Halls in each community, he said that they are looking for volunteers, More information for Volunteers sign ups can be found at banderachristmas.com, those who need a meal delivered can call 211 until December 22nd.

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NBT Bancorp and Salisbury Bancorp, Inc. of Connecticut announced that they have entered into a agreement where Salisbury will merge with and into NBT. Chief Accounting Officer Annette Burns of NBT Bancorp told WCDO News what the merger means:

(Annette Burns 12-6-22)

The merger is expected to close in the second quarter of 2023 following the expected approval by the shareholders and required regulatory approvals.

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Leadership Otsego announced they are accepting applications for their program to establish future leaders in the County. The 6 month program meets 1 day a month, Classes will primarily be held in Oneonta, applications will be accepted through January 13th, more information is available at 607-432-4500 extension 2.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 12-6-22

The Broome County District Attorney’s Office announced that former Broome County DA Stephen Cornwell pleaded guilty in State Supreme Court to Grand Larceny, he was sentenced to 3 year conditional discharge, was ordered to pay a fine of $5,000 and will have to give up his license to practice law. Former Administrative assistant to Cornwell, James Worhach pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of Stolen property for illegally possessing criminal case files belonging to the office of the Broome County District Attorney’s Office, he was sentenced to 1 year conditional discharge, he is still facing additional charges.

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In the month of November, members from the State Police at Troop “C” removed 61 impaired drivers off the roadways. 1 of those impaired drivers also had a child under the age of 15 in the vehicle with them, 14 of the drivers were more than double the legal limit, 5 drivers had been previously convicted of DWI in the last 10 years, 11 of those drivers were under the influence of drugs

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The SUNY Board of Trustees appointed John King, Jr., as the 15th SUNY Chancellor Monday. Chancellor King served as U.S. Secretary of Education under President Barack Obama.

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A Federal Judge has thrown out bribery and fraud charges against former Lieutenant Governor Brian Benjamin. Benjamin resigned last April, he still faces records falsification charges.

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Firefighters from Deposit, Windsor, Hancock, Harpursville & West Windsor responded at about 3:00 AM this morning to a fire at the New England Wood Pellet factory at 1580 Airport Road in Deposit. Firefighters are expected to be at the facility throughout the morning hours, more details are expected to be released later today.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 12-5-22

by wcdonews Posted on December 5, 2022

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 12-5-22

The Broome County District Attorney’s office announced that 68-year-old Alan Geller of Binghamton was found guilty of Forcible Touching. Geller was a Physician’s Assistant who was accused of groping a women patient inappropriately while conducting a physical examination in December of 2021. Geller faces up to 1 year in jail at sentencing.

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The Chenango SPCA announced that the Bissell Empty the Shelters adoption special is back this year until December 11th. Bissell is promoting the adoption of cats and dogs from the shelter by donating $25 toward the adoption of cats and $50 toward the adoption of dogs, Donations can be made online at ChenangoSPCA.org/donate, by calling 607-334-9724 extension 7.

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A Recruitment Event is being held at the Norwich CDO Workforce this Thursday, 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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Santa’s Mailbox will be in 2 locations, in front of Roasted Coffee in Sidney & Bob’s Diner in Bainbridge for the the Christmas season, for children to send letters to Santa, Teri Schunk of 4 Towns Forward explains:

(Teri Schunk 12-5-22)

More information is available at the 4Towns Forward Facebook page.

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State Police arrested 73 year old Brooks Anderson of Albany for Unlawfully Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle. Anderson was observed traveling at a high rate of speed by a trooper on I-88 in Worcester, the trooper attempted a traffic stop but Anderson fled into the town of Oneonta, where he was boxed in by Police vehicles and then refused to exit the vehicle. Anderson was ultimately taken into custody and was processed, he will appear in the Town of Worcester Town Court on December 20th.

A.M. News Monday 12-5-22

The new Oneonta VA Clinic at Foxcare opens today, with full service beginning tomorrow, Peter Potter of the Albany VA clinic told WCDO News that a Doctor will be there on an interim basis until a permanent Doctor is named:

(Peter Potter 12-5-22)

The VA clinic replaces the Bainbridge VA clinic which had experienced a 76% decline in visitations in recent years.

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State Police and local law enforcement agencies issued a record 3,062 tickets from April 1 to November 17 of this year as part of Operation Hardhat. Last year, Police issued 2,336 tickets, this year’s tickets, included over 1200 were for speeding, 426 for using a cell phone while driving, 124 were for violating the Move Over Law, 229 tickets were issued in the Southern Tier.

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State Health Commissioner Dr. Mary Bassett will resign from the position effective January 1st. Dr. Bassett announced that she will be returning to the Harvard Chan School of Public Health, which will require her to move to Massachusetts, a new Health Commissioner will be chosen shortly.

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Vestal Police have arrested an unidentified 17 year old for 2nd degree Manslaughter, Criminal possession of a forged instrument & 3 counts of reckless endangerment, for being the driver of a vehicle that crashed on November 24th. 18 year old Kadin Abdullah was pronounced dead at the scene of that accident.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 12-2-22

by wcdonews Posted on December 2, 2022

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-2-22

2 more recipients will be inducted into the Unatego Hall of Distinction Saturday, Committee member Judy Pitel told WCDO News who will receive the honor this year:

(Judy Pitel 12-2-22)

Pitel said that Greenman is currently a State Police Investigator at Troop C in Sidney, Dr. Jenouri is a Doctor in Rhode Island, the Induction Ceremony would be held at Halftime of the Unatego/ Seton Catholic Girls Basketball game at about 2:15 PM Saturday at the Unatego High School.

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A Fundraiser will be held at Awestruck Ciders in the Sidney Industrial Park Sunday, to benefit the Delaware Valley Humane Society, Director Erin Insinga explains:

(Erin Insinga 12-2-22)

the “Let’s Get Pawestruck” event will run on Sunday from 11:00 Am to 5:00 PM.

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The new “Bainbridge Athletics” will open this weekend at the site of the former Bainbridge Great American Store, owner Steve Cafasso told WCDO News how the membership system will work:

(Steve Cafasso 11-28-22)

The facility will open Saturday, more information is available at bainbridgeathletics.com.

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Operation Merry Christmas will be ready to collect the gifts & toys next week, as they approach the annual Giveaway Day, Spokesperson Cheryl Liberty explains:

(Cheryl Liberty 12-2-22)

The Annual Giveaway Day for Operation Merry Christmas will be held Saturday December 10th for the families enrolled in the program, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the AO Fox Hospital Tri Town Campus on Pearl Street in Sidney.

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Norwich Theater Company will present “Elf the Musical” at the Martin W. Kappel Theater tonight & tomorrow night at 7:00 PM & Sunday afternoon at 2:00 PM. Tickets can be purchased at norwichtheatercompany.com, Service Pharmacy and Chenango Arts Council, 27 West Main Street, Norwich. More information is available at 607-336-2787.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-2-22

The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will have their Jolly Holly Days Parade & festivities tonight, Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:

(Teri Schunk 12-2-22)

More information is available at the Sidney Chamber of Commerce Facebook page or by calling (607) 561-2642.

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The Greater Afton Area Chamber Of Commerce announced that there will be a number of Christmas related activities Saturday, Chamber President John Hinman explains:

(John Hinman 12-2-22)

More information is available at 607-288-2392 or on the Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook Page.

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Destination Oneonta announced that Festival of Trees will be held today & tomorrow, Director David Kropp told WCDO News about this weekends Holiday events in Oneonta:

(David Kropp 11-29-22)

Kropp also said the Santa will meet with children in his cottage after the parade & that the annual Tree Lighting will be held Thursday December 8th in the Muller Plaza in downtown Oneonta, starting at 5:30 PM.

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“A Seussified Christmas Carol” will be performed Saturday at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre at 2:00 PM by the Out Of The Woodwork Players, member Denise Marshal Explains:

(Denise Marshall 12-2-22)

More information is available at the Out of the Woodwork Players Facebook page.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 12-1-22

by wcdonews Posted on December 1, 2022

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 12-1-22

The Bainbridge VA Clinic will be open today & tomorrow & the new Oneonta VA Clinic at Foxcare will be open on Monday, VA Spokesman Peter Potter explains:

(Peter Potter 12-1-22)

The new Clinic will be located at Foxcare in Oneonta with the latest State of the Art Equipment, all of the records for Vets who have been at the Bainbridge Clinic should be transferred over the weekend as crews get the new clinic ready to go Monday.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a property damage accident on Springfield Hill Road in the Town of Middlefield November 18th. 30 year old Katy Cole of Middlefield, is accused of fleeing the scene of the accident on foot, Deputies were able to track Cole down using the police canine, Cole was arrested & was charged with Driving While Intoxicated, Refusal of breath screening test, Leaving the scene of a property damage accident, Failure to keep right & Failure to notify DMV of an address change, she was held at the Otsego County Jail for arraignment.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce and Delaware Opportunities will be asking people to donate toys for the annual Toys for Tots Campaign for another week, Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:

(Ray Pucci 12-1-22)

The toys will be picked up from all locations with collection boxes on December 8th, the toys will be distributed to Delaware County Families in Need.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to a trespass complaint in the Town of Davenport last week. 73 year old George Sydlar is accused of cutting his neighbors barbed wire fence that was dividing their 2 properties. Sydlar was arrested and charged with Criminal Mischief. He was released on an appearance ticket and is scheduled to appear in the Town of Davenport Court at a later date.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested Nathan Clements of Chenango County following a traffic stop in the Town of Laurens. Clemens was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle, No distinctive plate, Failure to notify DMV of an address change & Disobeying a traffic control device, he was issued appearance tickets for Laurens Court at a later date.

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The Deadline for to submit a bid to Commerce Chenango’s online auction is Friday night at 7:00PM. The “Lights, Camera, Auction” event can be found at 32auctions.com, more information is available at 607-334-1400.

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The Chenango County Health Department is urging everyone six months and older to receive a flu vaccine as cases of influenza rise across the state. Statistics show that the flu season is ramping up early, with flu hospitalizations higher at this point in the season than they have been in a decade. Flu is also spreading at the same time as other respiratory illnesses, including RSV and COVID-19. More information is available at health.ny.gov/flu, or call the Chenango County Health Department at (607) 337-1660.

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The State Health Department reports increases in COVID 19 cases Tuesday. Over 81,000 were tests were conducted with 7,110 new positive cases, for a 7.86% positivity rate, Patient Hospitalization increased to 3,293, with more than 300 patients since Friday, there were 288 Patients in an ICU bed & 115 on ventilators, and there were 18 more deaths attributed to the virus Tuesday in Hospitals & nursing homes.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 11-30-22

by wcdonews Posted on November 30, 2022

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-30-22

Norwich Police & State Police responded Saturday evening to the report of a victim of an assault arriving at a downtown business asking for help. Police arrested 32 year old Jeffrey Sabines of Oxford, for 1st degree assault & criminal possession of a weapon, 44 year old Jason Lowe of Norwich, for 3 counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance, and 4th degree conspiracy, 45 year old Daniel McCoy of Norwich, for conspiracy, and 37 year old Meredith Conkey of Norwich for obstruction of governmental administration & criminal possession of a controlled substance. Sabines was sent to the Chenango County Correctional facility without bail for violating his parole and for being a repeat offender, Lowe, McCoy, and Conkey were ticketed and released & will appear in Norwich City Court at a later date.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 32 year old Kody MacDonald with Criminal Contempt, for allegedly violating an order of protection from Delaware County Family Court. MacDonald is accused of contacting protected parties in the town of Colchester last week, he was released on an appearance ticket and is scheduled to appear in the Town of Colchester Court at a later date.

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The State Department of Health & the CDC recommend individuals get vaccinated and stay up to date with all recommend doses, as positivity rates for COVID 19 remain around 7 to 12%. Booster doses are free and available statewide, more information is available through your healthcare provider, your child’s healthcare provider, or go to cdc.gov to find out when you can get a booster.

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The annual Holiday Open House returns from 10 am. to 4 pm. on Sunday December 4th at the Chenango County Historical Society at 45 Rexford Street in Norwich. The annual Holiday Open House will feature the “Alice’s Wonderlands: The Art of Alice Hudson” exhibit and the “Parade of Trees”.

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The Mid-York Concert Band will present a Holiday Concert Sunday December 11th at the Norwich high School Auditorium at 2:00 PM. The 40 Piece ensemble will play a number of Christmas pieces, The concert is free with a request for free-will offerings, more information is available at 607-263-2618.

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Oneonta officials announced that Traffic on East Street on Graduate Drive near the ‘S’ curve, will be reduced to one lane tonight. The Oneonta Department of Public Works will be installing a water valve at 130 East Street on Graduate Drive, starting at 8:00 PM until the work is completed.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-30-22

Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango County is holding their annual Ornament sale through the end of the week, Spokesperson Sarah Green explains:

(Sarah Green 11-30-22)

Green said that 3 styles of ornaments are available this year, more information is available at hospicechenango.org or by calling 607-334-3556.

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The Susquehanna SPCA is conducting its year-end fundraiser where they are aiming to raise $100,000, with matching contributions from Beth and Gary Glynn, who will donate an additional $5,000 to the shelter for every $20,000 raised up to $100,000. Susquehanna SPCA Director Stacie Haynes told WCDO News how people can donate:

(Stacie Haynes 11-30-22)

Haynes said that currently they have about 25 cats in house at their Cooperstown facility along with 7 dogs, they are expecting another 30 animals to come in this week. The fundraiser runs through December 31st & the money will be used for normal operating expenses, more information is available at sqspca.org, or by calling 547-8111.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 11-29-22

by wcdonews Posted on November 29, 2022

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-29-22

37 year old Jonas Whaley was sentenced Monday in US District Court in Syracuse to 87 months in prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. Whaley admitted that he possessed 50 grams or more of a substance containing methamphetamine & he possessed 2 pistols and a revolver, which he used to protect himself while distributing the drugs. Whaley will also serve a 4-year term of post-imprisonment supervised release and will forfeit $3,600 in drug proceeds.

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The Broome County District Attorney’s office announced that 42-year-old David Coffey pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Weapon for having an illegal, loaded .40-caliber pistol in the City of Binghamton on May 25, 2021. Members of the Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force, executing a search warrant, found the gun and small amounts of methamphetamine at Coffey’s home on Clifford Street. Coffey had previously been convicted of Assault in Delaware County in 2003, & had previously was charged with Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument, Petty Larceny and Conspiracy for allegedly trying to cheat a Town of Chenango resident by paying for electronics with counterfeit funds. Coffey will be sentenced to 7 years in State prison plus 5 years post-release supervision in February.

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Destination Oneonta announced that Festival of Trees will be held later this week, Director David Kropp explains:

(David Kropp 11-29-22)

Kropp also said the the annual Tree Lighting will be held Thursday December 8th in the Muller Plaza in downtown Oneonta, starting at 5:30 PM.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded Friday to a report of a violation of an Order of Protection in the Town of Deposit. 50 year old Brett Conklin of Walton, allegedly violated an active Order of Protection by entering the residence of the protected party, Deputies located and arrest Conklin for Criminal Contempt, he was released on an Appearance Ticket to appear before the Town of Deposit Court at a later date.

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The Rural Health Care Network’s “Get-There” program is looking for volunteers to help area residents get to medical appointments, pharmacies & food stores. Drivers will be trained & compensated, more information is available at 855-373-4040.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 11-29-22

State Police arrested 29 year old Kristofor O’Rourke of Newfield, for Criminal Sexual Act and Official Misconduct. O’Rourke who was last employed by the Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office, was previously employed by the Watkins Glen Police Department, Mt. Morris Police Department, and the Geneseo Police Department. Anyone who may have had inappropriate contact with O’Rourke is urged to call State Police at (585)-398-4100.

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State Attorney General Letitia James announced that her office, along with a coalition of 5 other states and the Federal Trade Commission, secured $9.4 million from Google and iHeartMedia for airing misleading ads about a Google device. Google paid Corporate radio personalities to record endorsement ads describing their positive experience using the Google Pixel 4 phone, without ever using them, the misleading ads ran in English and Spanish more than 23,000 times in 10 different markets, in violation of New York’s consumer protection laws. Google and iHeartMedia will pay New York $1.58 million.

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State Health Department tested over 39,000 New Yorkers last Thursday & Friday for COVID 19 with over 3,000 positive tests, for a 7.3% positivity rate. Patient Hospitalizations were back up to almost 2900, with 282 ICU patients & around 100 on ventilators, there were 43 more deaths attributed to COVID 19 over the 2 day reporting period.

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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli’s office audited the Downsville School District, The audit found that the board and district officials did not always ensure claims were properly audited before payment. Auditors reviewed 150 claims packets totaling $870,798 and found claims totaling $700,507 were not properly audited. School Officials also did not obtain the minimum number of quotes for nine claims totaling $18,628.

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