WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 3-28-25

by wcdonews Posted on March 28, 2025

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-28-25

Paddlers interested in signing up for this year’s General Clinton Canoe Regatta can start the registration process, the sooner the better according to Regatta Co-Chair Mike Kaufman:

(Mike Kaufman 3-28-25)

All of the information regarding sign up & other activities can be found at canoeregatta.org., this year’s even will be Friday Night through Sunday Night of the Memorial Day Weekend, May 23rd through the 25th.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce announced their award winners this week, Tim Doyle was named as the Citizen of the Years, for all of his involvement in area

organizations:

(Tim Doyle 3-28-25)

Amphenol was named as the Business of the Years, as they celebrate the 100th anniversary of the company & their related predecessors, General Manager Kyle Brown

Comments:

(Kyle Brown 3-28-25)

The Sidney Chamber named Catholic Charities as the Non Profit organization of the years, spokesperson Christy Houck comments:

(Christy Houck 3-28-25)

All will be celebrated at the Sidney Chamber’s Annual Dinner in June.

Delaware County District Attorney Shawn Smith announced that the Delaware County Grand Jury returned a 5-count indictment against Jeramiah Burke of Margaretville. Each count of the five count Indictment accuses Burke of Menacing a Police Officer, on March 9th, in the Town of Middletown, he is accused of intentionally place or attempt to place several different uniformed police officers, including State Troopers and Deputies, in reasonable fear of physical injury by displaying a knife while such police officers were in the course of performing their official duties.

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A.M NEWS Friday 3-28-25

State Police arrested 24 year old Evan Eldred of McDonough following an investigation and the execution of a search warrant at his residence Tuesday. In June of 2023, Troopers received information in Virginia that an adult man had inappropriate communications, sent sexually explicit images and was soliciting a juvenile, During the execution of the search warrant Eldred was found to be in possession of 5 assault rifles and high-capacity magazines, he was charged with 9 counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, disseminating Indecent Material to Minors, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, he was arraigned at the Norwich City Court and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $10,000 cash bail, $75,000 partially secured bond.

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The State Department of Labor announced the number of private sector jobs increased by 3,700, to 8,463,100 in February 2025. The State’s unemployment rate decreased from 4.4% in January to 4.3% in February, the State’s labor force participation rate increased from 60.8% in January to 60.9% in February 2025.

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The Norwich Theater Company will be bringing their production of “Terms of Endearment” to the Martin W. Kappel Theater at 7:00 PM tonight & Saturday Night and at 2:00 PM matinee on Sunday, Mary Beth Miller of the Chenango Arts Council explains:

(Mary Beth Miller 3-28-25)

Tickets for “Terms of Endearment” are on sale at the Chenango Arts Council, C.S. Miller Books, Service Pharmacy in Norwich, or by calling 607-244-3852.

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The Afton Sertoma “Goofy Golf” fundraiser will be held this Saturday at the Afton Central School, Spokesperson Helen Kittle explains:

(Helen Kittle 3-24-25)

The event will run from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Saturday to raise money for the Afton Sertoma & the programs they support.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 3-27-25

by wcdonews Posted on March 27, 2025

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-27-25

Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 53 year old Donald Lane Jr. of Milford, for 3rd & 4th Degree Grand Larceny, following an investigation into the complaint of in the Town of Milford where a motor vehicle had been unlawfully taken from the victim’s residence. Lane was processed, and was being held in the Otsego County Jail on unrelated charges.

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Commerce Chenango’s 2nd annual Women’s Leadership Conference was held Tuesday at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich, with a large turnout for the all day event, according to Sophia Root of Commerce Chenango:

(Sophia Root 3-27-25)

Root said that they plan on having that event again next year, she also said that the Chenango Threat Advisory Committee will have next presentation on April 17th.

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The Mid York Concert Band is seeking applications for their $1,000 scholarship, Band Director Doug Ernst explains:

(Doug Ernst 3-27-25)

The deadline to enter is April 7th, the next performance of the Mid York Concert Band is May 18th at the Norwich High School Auditorium.

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Governor Hochul updated New Yorkers on the “You’re Hired” campaign to hire federal workers that have been fired by the Trump Administration. In 3 weeks, state agencies have received over 1,300 applications, hired 28 former federal workers and interviewed over 100 individuals, over 250 individuals have signed up to attend a career webinar or receive career resources by completing the survey on ny.gov/wewantyou. Since the launch of the campaign, the State’s Jobs website has been viewed over 4 million times.

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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is calling on VA employees and vets to contact her office with concerns they may be having regarding the Trump administration demanding they return to in person work, cutting staff, and making it more difficult for mental health professionals to administer confidential help to vets.

(Gillibrand 3-37-25)

Lawsuits have put a temporary hold on many of the VA firings, Gillibrand is calling on President Trump to reevaluate return to office policies and ensure that veterans’ needs are being met fully.

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A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-27-25

On February 27, State Police executed a search warrant at multiple properties on State Highway 80 in the town of Springfield. 8 dogs, 13 cats and A turtle were removed after they were observed to be in need of immediate medical care. They were all turned over to the Susquehanna SPCA. On Tuesday. 64 year old Brian Fleming, and 61 year old Theresa Fleming of Springfield, were both arrested for 11 counts of Torturing or Injuring Animals/Failure to Provide Sustenance and 2 counts of the Aggravated Cruelty to Animals, They are scheduled to appear in the Springfield Town Court on April 3rd.

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The Chenango County Planning Department is hosting a traveling training session today, in conjunction with “Getthere,” from the Rural Health Network of South Central New York. Shane Butler of the Chenango County Planning Department explains:

(Shane Butler 3-6-25)

Butler said that a Getthere representative will visit the Norwich American Legion from 10 am. to 12 pm.

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31 year old Osvaldo Constanza was sentenced in Chenango County Court for a 3rd degree rape charge, to 1 1/2 years in state prison, followed by 3 years of post release supervision, he will also be required to register as a sex offender. An order of protection was issued on behalf of the 15 year old victim.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 43 year old Elizabeth Nash of Sidney for burglary & petty larceny, following an investigation into a reported larceny at Walmart in the Town of Oneonta. Nash is accused of trespassing & stealing items she was being held at the Otsego County Correctional Facility pending arraignment.

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A Binghamton man is facing multiple felony charges after attempting to hide Methamphetamine in a Cheetos bag in a failed effort to fool members of the Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force and the Broome County Sheriff’s Strategic Response Group. 29 year old Ralph Carson was found to be in possession of over 5 ounces of Methamphetamine, he was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Obstructing Governmental Administration and Resisting Arrest, Carson was arraigned and remains in custody at the Broome County Sheriff’s Correctional Facility.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-26-25

by wcdonews Posted on March 26, 2025

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-26-25

33 year old Drew Garnier of Masonville appeared in Delaware County Court and accepted responsibility for killing his wife and then causing serious physical injury to their two minor children. On September 4, 2024, Garnier stabbed his pregnant wife, Samantha and their 2 children in their home on Houck Road in the Town of Masonville. Samantha died as a result of the stabbing, the children suffered significant injuries. Garnier pleaded guilty to 1st degree Manslaughter, 2 counts of 1st degree Assault, he withdrew all of his pending motions and agreed to waive his right to appeal as part of the plea agreement. Garnier will be sentenced to 30 years in state prison, to be followed by 15 years of post-release supervision, he was remanded back to the Delaware County Correctional Facility pending sentencing on May 13th.

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Plans are proceeding for the sale of the Former Acco Brands facility in Sidney, Sidney Village Mayor Ray Baker explains:

(Ray Baker 3-26-25)

The building is being purchased by Copeland Associates of San Diego California.

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Dollar Tree has announced that it has reached an agreement to sell Family Dollar in a $1 billion deal, ending a merger plan deal that that failed to save the franchise against increasing competition. Family Dollar will continue with plans to close a total of 970 under-performing stores nationwide, it’s unclear if any of the existing store in the Tri-County Region will close.

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The Bainbridge Fire Department has received a grant from the Rotary Club of Bainbridge, totaling $2,830 donation for new, firefighter gloves for the department, and the Bainbridge Fire Department will again participate in the Recruit New York days on April 26th, according to Fire Department spokesman Roger Barnhart:

(Roger Barnhart 3-26-25)

More information about the Bainbridge Fire Department is available by calling (607) 967-3281.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-26-25

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation forest rangers responded to 12 fires across 9 counties, including Broome & Otsego Counties between March 17 and 24. The largest blaze occurred in Butternuts, Otsego County, covering 10.5 acres, it was extinguished the next day. 8 of the 12 fires were attributed to debris burning, in spite of the burn ban in effect.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Division was awarded Re-Accreditation status by the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services for continuing to meet the standards set forth by The Accreditation Council. The Program consists of 112 total standards, the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office met or exceeded to be awarded re-accreditation status. This award marks the 3rd “re-accreditation” status that the Sheriff’s Office has received since they received their initial Certificate of Accreditation in 2010. The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is one of only 186 accredited law enforcement agencies across in New York State and 1 of only 37 Sheriff’s Offices currently accredited in New York State.

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New York Attorney General Letitia James and 19 other attorneys general are suing the Trump administration for cutting nearly half of the Department of Education’s staff and shifting its responsibilities to other agencies. The lawsuit claims that the administration ignored the law to fire government workers, so states couldn’t administer grants, manage student aid, or enforce civil rights laws. The lawsuit argues that President Donald Trump’s team over-reached when laying off over 1,000 federal workers on March 11th & improperly moved student loans under the Small Business Administration and special education under Health and Human Services on March 21.

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The Village of Sidney announced that there will be a Public Hearing on the Tentative Budgets for General, Water and Sewer Funds for the Village of Sidney on Monday, April 14 at 7:00 PM. The meeting will be held in the Board Room of the Sidney Civic Center, Copies of the tentative budget are available in the Village Clerk’s Office Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 3-25-25

by wcdonews Posted on March 25, 2025

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-25-25

Delaware County Sheriff Deputies conducted a traffic stop on State Highway 206 in the Town of Colchester, 45-year-old Steven Caiati of Starlight, Pennsylvania was charged with Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs and several lesser traffic violations. Deputies located Methamphetamine & a firearm with a high-capacity magazine. Caiati was a convicted felon and was not permitted to be in possession of a firearm, he was Unlicensed Operator, all violations in the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law. Caiati was additionally charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Tampering with Physical Evidence, & Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Caiati was transported to the Delaware County Correctional Facility to await Centralized Arraignment Court.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 57 year old Terry McConnell of Guilford Thursday, after he allegedly causing a disturbance at the Town of Norwich Court. McConnell was charged with criminal contempt following the March 13 incident, McConnell initially entered the courtroom and began acting disorderly, after being told to leave, McConnell allegedly exited but returned shortly afterward. McConnell again acted disruptively and refused to comply with orders. McConnell was taken into custody at the scene without incident. He was processed and released on an appearance ticket to return to Town of Norwich Court at a later date.

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State Police at Troop C on State Route 7, are holding a child’s car seat safety check today. The event will be held between 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Troop C Headquarters, more information is available at 607-561-7400.

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The State DEC issued a clarification regarding the state wide Burn ban on now through May 14th. Wildfires commonly occur in the spring during dry and windy conditions, and open burning is the single greatest cause of wildfires in NYS. Open burning of brush, limbs and branches is prohibited. Backyard fire pits, small cooking fires, and small campfires are still okay, but these can never be left unattended.

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The Northeast Classic Car Museum announced that Tickets are on sale through Tuesday, October 14, 2025, this year they will raffle off a 2025 Mustang Convertible. The drawing will be held at 9:30 am on Thursday, October 23, 2025 in the Lobby of the Museum, you do not need to be present to win. more information and rules of the contest can be found at classiccarmuseum.org. Proceeds benefit Northeast Classic Car Museum,

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-25-25

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement were in the village of Sidney Monday, they are believed to have detained 4 people, who are believed to have been working for Alpine Roofing. Local Law enforcement were not involved in the raid.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 42 year old Christopher DeMarco of Unadilla, for Unlawful Surveillance, Sex Offender Failure to Notify Change of Address & Endangering the Welfare of a Child, following an investigation of Sex Offender unlawfully secretly recording a juvenile victim while the victim was changing, with a cell phone. DeMarco also had 4 internet accounts not registered on the State Sex Offender Registry. DeMarco was taken into custody Monday following the execution of a search warrant, he was processed and lodged in the Otsego County Correctional Facility to await Centralized Arraignment. An order of protection was requested 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 23 year old Michael McWeeney of Afton for Criminal Contempt, Burglary, Grand Larceny and Criminal Possession of a Weapon. McWeeney was arrested following an investigation in to stolen firearms, he is accused of unlawfully entering a structure where he stole several firearms,he also violated an order of protection. All firearms were recovered by the Sheriff’s Office. McWeeney was arraigned & was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional facility on cash bail.

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Commerce Chenango’s 2nd annual Women’s Leadership Conference will be held today at the Canasawacta County Club in Norwich, about 225 are expected to attend, the keynote speaker will be Barbara Schindler of Golden Artists Colors.

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The Cullman Child Development Center in Sidney will have their annual Summer educational series for area Children, with a Soap Box Derby day in Unadilla on Sunday July 13th, Unadilla Mayor Jake Cotten explains:

(Jake Cotten 3-25-25)

Cotten said that the events will start at 12:00 Noon and will follow that Unadilla Carnival of Sales to be held that Saturday July 12th.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 3-24-25

by wcdonews Posted on March 24, 2025

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-24-25

Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 37 year old Brenda Manwarren of Oxford for Torturing or injuring animals & Failure to provide sustenance. Manwarren was accused of failing to provide food and water for a dog over the span of 3-5 days, she was issued an appearance ticket for the Town of Oxford Court and released.

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Broome County District Attorney’s Office announced that Phillip Alvarez of Endicott pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in Broome County Court. As part of his plea agreement, Alvarez will be sentenced to 10 years in state prison followed by 5 years of post-release supervision for the drug charge, he will also receive a 7-year prison sentence followed by five years of post-release supervision for the weapons charge. On July 24th 2024, a search warrant executed by the Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force, they seized Cash, ammunition, weapons, cocaine and digital scales. Alvarez will also forfeit $5,566.00 in drug proceeds.

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The Afton Sertoma GOOFY GOLF fundraiser will be held this Saturday at the Afton Central School, Spokesperson Helen Kittle explains:

(Helen Kittle 3-24-25)

The event will run from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Saturday to raise money for the Afton Sertoma & the programs they support.

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Applications are now open for The Nate Lull Scholarship, close to 18-thousand dollars will be handed out to local high school seniors in the WCDO coverage area, Lull said that the deadline to is less than 2 months away:

(Nate Lull 3-24-25)

All of the information, including the eligibility requirements can be found at NateLull.com and click on the scholarship tab.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-24-25

The Norwich Police Department has arrested 20 year old Wyatt Gould of Plymouth following a Grand Jury indictment. Gould was charged with 2nd degree Manslaughter, Vehicular manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, driving while impaired by drugs, reckless driving and other charges, Gould is accused of operated an SUV on January 1st on Cortland Street, while under the influence of drugs, he went onto the sidewalk & fatally struck 68 year old James Wright of Norwich, who was out for a morning walk, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Office detectives charged 20-year-old Jordan Wilson with 2nd degree Rape & Endangering the Welfare of a Child, following an investigation into statutory rape in the Town of Colesville. Wilson was taken into custody, arraigned, and released, Detectives executed additional search warrants & discovered video recordings of Wilson engaging in sexual acts with the minor victim. Wilson was arrested again and charged with 3 counts each of Use of a Child in a Sexual Performance, Promoting an Obscene Sexual Performance by a Child, and Possession an Obscene Sexual Performance by a Child, Wilson is in custody at the Broome County Jail.

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Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task executed a search warrant Thursday in the Town of Fenton, where they recovered methamphetamine, synthetic cannabis, Digital scales, Packaging material and $2,508 in US Currency. 53 year old Fred Montgomery of the Town of Fenton, was charged with multiple counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance plus 2 Counts of Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia, Montgomery was arraigned and remains in custody at the Broome County Sheriff’s Correctional Facility

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State DEC announced the April 1 start of the spring trout fishing season, the DEC’s extensive spring stocking includes nearly 1.9 million trout in waters statewide, Anglers can also use smart phones to find trout fishing opportunities around the state by accessing the Tackle Box feature in DEC’s HuntFishNY app, for more information, go to dec.ny.gov.

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Governor Kathy Hochul announced recommendations by the New York State Board for Historic Preservation to add 20 properties and districts to the State and National Registers of Historic Places. The nominations include the Walter Coulter Homestead Farm, in the town of Bovina, 4 generations of the Coulter family operated and developed the farm until it was sold out of the family in 1948.

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P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-21-25

by wcdonews Posted on March 21, 2025

49 year old Timmy Rifenburg of Binghamton was sentenced to a total of 27 months in federal prison, followed by 10 years of supervised release, for failing to register and update his registration as required by the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act, and for violating the terms of his supervised release, after a conviction for failure to register as a sex offender. Rifenburg was required to register as a sex offender for a 2007 federal conviction for possession of child pornography. Rifenburg of failed to report moving to a residence that was not approved by the probation office, for possessing 3 unreported internet capable cellphones, viewing pornography and for being unsuccessfully discharged from sex offender treatment.

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The Otsego County Department of Health & Bassett Healthcare Network, is launching the development of the 2025–2030 Community Health Needs Assessment. They are seeking input from residents, businesses, and organizations across Otsego County to help shape future health initiatives and improve the overall well-being of our communities. Community members can provide feedback by Completing an online survey at arcg.is, by Calling the Otsego County Department of Health at 607-547-4230 to have a paper copy mailed to you The Deadline for Feedback is April 16th, All responses will remain confidential, more information is available at 607-547-4230

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The Great New York State Fair has announced more of its music lineup, the Festivities kick off on Wednesday, Aug. 20, and continue through Labor Day, Monday, September 1st. The Fair’s 2025 Chevrolet Music Series will showcase more than 40 national recording artists, Concerts are daily at 1 pm. and 6 pm. at Chevy Court with an 8 pm. performance each evening at Suburban Park on the western end of the Fairgrounds, More information is available at nysfair.ny.gov/venue/chevy-court

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“Popeye The Slayer Man” is a movie shot locally that gives a different spin on the old Popeye character, which will be premiering locally TONIGHT & will play in about a dozen movie theaters around the nation, Korey Rowe of Otsego Media is the Director of Photography, he told WCDO News about the movie:

(Korey Rowe 3-21-25)

Rowe said that the movie will premier for the public on march 21st at the Southside Mall Cinemas, it will also be available on Apple TV.

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Bassett Healthcare Network and the Oneonta World of Learning are hosting PaintFest at FoxCare Center in Oneonta tomorrow from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Bassett Spokesperson Gabby Argo explains:

(Gabby Argo 3-17-25)

Argo said that registration is requested through eventbrite.com, admission is free.

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The Jericho Arts Council presents another popular Bluegrass concert Saturday night at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater, spokesman Phil Wade Comments:

(Phil Wade 3-21-25)

Tickets can be reserved by calling 607-288-3882.

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March is Maple Month in New York State, with special Maple related events scheduled state wide throughout the month. Maple Weekends are scheduled for March 22-23 and March 29-30 New York State Ranks Second to Vermont in Maple Production, which increased to 846,000 Gallons in 2024, Up Nearly 100,000 Gallons from 2023 Season

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-21-25

State Police with the assistance of the Broome County Sheriff’s Department responded to the report of human remains located behind the Windsor school bus garage. An investigation has determined that the deceased individual is 68 year old Edward Crampton, who was reported missing in January after his family had not seen him since Thanksgiving. No foul play is suspected in his death.

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23 year old Gage Pankiewicz of Walton was sentenced to 5 years of felony probation supervision for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, in Delaware County Court this week. On September 4, 2024, deputies executed a search warrant in Walton on suspicion of drug trafficking. A forcible entry was made, and deputies arrested Pankiewicz, among other suspects. During the search, methamphetamine, fentanyl, packaging materials, scales, and a rifle were seized. If Pankiewicz fails to abide by the terms of his probation, he faces up to 2 1/2 years in state prison.

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29 year old Tyler Long of Sidney was sentenced to 1 to 3 years in prison in Delaware County Court this week, for failing to abide by the terms of the Sex Offender Registry. Long had previously pleaded guilty to Failure to Register an Internet Account. Last July, the Delaware County Probation advised Sidney Police Department that Long had 6 separate unregistered email accounts that he failed to report to the Probation Department, Long’s probation supervision was terminated, and Long was sentenced to a prison term of 1 to 3 years.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies responded Sunday to a weapons complaint in the Town of Maine. Deputies located a female victim bleeding from her neck and proceeded with medical aid until Emergency Medical Services transported her to UHS Wilson hospital. 27 year old Shamirah Hauer of Port Crane, had been assisting the victim with putting in hair extensions for nearly an hour before she began to strike the victim with her fists and a pair of scissors, a 3rd party stopped the assault, Hauer left the scene, the male witness called 911. Vestal Police and State Police assisted & Hauer was taken into custody without further incident, she was charged with 1st degree Assault,m she was arraigned & was being held at the Broome County Correctional Facility.

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The Tri County Senior Center at 43 Pearl Street in Sidney, will have an open House this evening to showcase the array of activities & programs that they offer, that senior may be interested in, Spokesperson Carol Allen explains:

(Carol Allen 3-18-25)

The Open House will be from 6:00 to 8:00 PM with the entrance in the right rear of the former Hospital building, more information is available at 563-8065.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 3-20-25

by wcdonews Posted on March 20, 2025

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-20-25

45 year old Thomas Stanley of South New Berlin was sentenced in Delaware County Court to 4 years in prison for Attempted Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Possession with the Intent to Sell. On April 30th , 2023, Sidney Police conducted a traffic stop with 4 passengers inside, including Thomas Stanley, it was discovered that the driver, Thomas Wright, was the subject of an Order of Protection granted to a separate passenger of the vehicle. The car was impounded and heroin, fentanyl, and methamphetamine packaged for sale were located. Stanley and Wright were indicted by a Grand Jury for 6 counts of drug- related felonies.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a Domestic Dispute in Walton, 26-year-old Jacob Goodman of Warwick, violated an order of protection & got into a physical altercation with his wife, Goodman was charged with Criminal Contempt and Harassment, he was transported to the Delaware County Correctional Facility and was held for Centralized Arraignment Court.

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33 year old Charles Larson of Oneonta appeared in Delaware County Court Tuesday and pleaded guilty to Driving While Intoxicated, Larson was sentenced to 3 years of felony probation supervision. On October 20, 2024, Colchester Police observed 2 speeding motorcycles, After conducting a traffic stop, Larson failed the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests and he was arrested. On November 14, 2024, the Delaware County Grand Jury returned a 5-count indictment against Larson for the latest DWI, he was previously convicted of DWI within the last ten years, Larson’s license was revoked for 6 months and any vehicle he operates for the next 12 months must have an Ignition Interlock Device installed, if he violates the terms he will be re-sentenced to 1 1/3 to 4 years in state prison.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies observed a vehicle where an occupant had an open container of alcohol, a search was conducted & Deputies located cocaine and other narcotics 24 year old Maxwell Kaufman of Downsville was charged with several counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Tampering with Physical Evidence and Obstructing Governmental Administration. 24 year old Treyton Hathaway of Oneonta was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Possession of a weapon. Kaufman was released on his own recognizance and Hathaway was turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility pending further proceedings.

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The Amphenol Corporation in Sidney is celebrating their 100th anniversary in Sidney this year, with a special open house on July 19th at their facility on Delaware Avenue, Director of Marketing Communication Chris Cappello told WCDO News about the open house:

(Chris Cappello 3-20-25)

Cappello said that he has also written a book that should be ready by the time of the Open House about the history of Amphenol in Sidney entitled “Connecting History”, complete with interviews & donated memorabilia.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 3-20-25

Binghamton Police announced that 50 year old Scott Mitchell of Binghamton, was extradited from Florida back to Binghamton, Mitchell was wanted regarding the homicides of Daniel McCloe and Marshall VanOven, on February 3rd in Binghamton. Mitchell has been charged with 2 counts of 2nd degree murder, he was arraigned in Binghamton City Court and remanded to the Broome County Jail, anyone with information about the murders should contact Binghamton Police Detectives at (607) 772-7080

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Phyllis Wheeler pleaded guilty in Chenango County Court to 2nd-degree burglary, she will be sentenced to 3 1/2 years in prison followed by 5 years of post release supervision, her son, Brendan Wheeler pleaded guilty to 1st degree burglary for his role in the attack, he will likely be sentenced to a 5 year term in prison followed by 5 years post release supervision. The pair admitted to attacking the victim violently at the victims home.

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State Police with the assistance of the Broome County Sheriff’s Department responded to the report of possible human remains that were located behind the Windsor school bus garage on Main Street in the town of Windsor. The investigation is ongoing at this time.”

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Commerce Chenango will hold an Open House at their new location at 19 East Main Street in Norwich today. The Open House will be held from 4:30pm-6:00pm today.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-19-25

by wcdonews Posted on March 19, 2025

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-19-25

U.S. Marshals in Henderson County, Kentucky, arrested 48 year old Joseph Titsworth of Norwich as a Fugitive from Justice, on a Warrant out of the City of Norwich. Titsworth was charged as being a Fugitive from Justice, plus 3 Counts Failure to Register as Sex Offender, Titsworth absconded from New York in 2024 and has been wanted by Norwich Police since that time. U.S. Marshals received numerous tips from the public, and they were able to locate Titsworth hiding in an elderly person’s home in Henderson County, Kentucky. Norwich Police Officers traveled to Kentucky and bring Titsworth back to Norwich, Monday evening, he was arraigned and was held without bail due to multiple, prior felony convictions.

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State Police responded to a 2-vehicle crash on State Highway 28 in the town of Milford at about 6:00 AM today.  1 driver was pronounced deceased at Bassett Hospital, following the head-on crash between a Toyota and a Subaru. The investigation continues. 

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The Annual Recruit New York event will be held state wide on April 26 and 27th this year, where people can go to their local Fire Department’s Open House, and maybe wind up joining the Fire Department, the Emergency squad or even work in their office on paperwork. Roger Barnhart of the Bainbridge Fire Department comments:

(Roger Barnhart 3-19-25)

Barnhart said that they are local to have other area Fire Department participate in the Recruit New York efforts, he can be contacted at 607-287-3170, more information is also available at recruitny.org

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Governor Hochul & State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald updated New Yorkers on the measles cases and encouraged everyone to make sure they are up to date on vaccines. There have been 4 total cases of measles in New York State so far this year, 3 in New York City and 1 in Suffolk County. None of the cases this year are related to each other or connected to the outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico. More information is available at health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/measles.

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Village of Sidney announced the results of Tuesday’s Village election for the Board of Trustees. Victor Tartaglia won one term with 65 votes, while Patricia Cristelli & Luther Higley each had 44 votes. Due to the tied votes for the 2nd Trustee Term there will be a Runoff Election held on Tuesday April 1st, in the Board room at the Civic Center at 21 Liberty Street from 12pm – 9pm. The Village of Unadilla announced that Kaleigh Barber & Crystal Lee Dimeo Johnson won seats on the Village board Tuesday.

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The Chenango Blues Association announced that the 2025 NBT Bank Summer Concert Series will be on Thursdays from July 3rd to August 28th at East Park in Norwich, also the 32nd Annual Chenango Blues Fest will be held on August 15th and 16th.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-19-25

State Police today announced that it issued 11,582 tickets during this year’s St. Patrick’s Day enforcement initiative. State Troopers arrested 239 people for DWI and investigated 563 crashes, which resulted in no fatalities. State wide, there were 3680 tickets issued for speeding, In Troop C, 905 tickets were issued, with 330 for speeding, 16 for DWI, 40 for violating the seat belt laws and 40 for violating the move over law.

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NYSEG released a statement regarding the increased price on customers bill, they stated that an increase in supply costs combined with household usage of energy during the winter months are to blame, also, supply costs of gas and electricity are set by energy generating companies and passed-through to customers. NYSEG noted they have no control over the pricing currently.

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Delaware County Public Health will hold a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For dogs, cats, and ferrets today from 5:00 to 6:30PM, at the Colchester Highway Department, 6292 River Road, Downsville. More information about rabies is available at Delaware County Public Health at (607) 832-5200.

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