WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 4-25-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 25, 2023

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-25-23

The Survey Team at the National Weather Service in Binghamton confirmed that there was an EF2 tornado in Sullivan County Saturday evening, with estimated maximum wind speed of 115 mph, it had a path of nearly 10 miles and a maximum width of 300 yards. A tornado touched down north of Jeffersonville, along Callicoon Center Road, damaging trees, it moved north, where with damage to trees & structures, including a 180 foot truss tower that collapsed, The tornado continued north to the Roscoe area with uprooted trees, & some damage to structures along Dutch Hill Road, it lifted as it approached Rockland. More information is available at weather.gov/bgm.

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Bainbridge’s Regatta Row Art Exhibition will have Adirondack style canoe paddle chairs and 5 child size chairs along with student painted mini paddles made by local artists. Jericho Arts Council Spokesperson Rachel Hares explains:

(Rachel Hares 4-25-23)

The chairs will be on display tomorrow at the Bainbridge Town Hall, at 15 North Main Street, those who would like to View & bid on all the art online can do so starting Saturday at jerichoarts.com and Regatta Row Facebook page, prior to the auction in May.

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The annual Sidney Veterans Memorial Park fundraising Golf Tournament will be held June 10th at the Sidney Golf & Country Club, event organizer Tom Ruff explains:

(Tom Ruff 4-25-23)

Those who would like to sign up a team can contact Ruff at 518-256-7899, or at the Sidney Golf & Country Club.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s office arrested 61 year old Fredrick Hallstead of McDonough for Criminal Mischief and Harassment. Deputies responded on March 12th, in the Town of Walton for a Domestic Incident in progress, where Hallstead is accused of making physical contact with a female victim, in an effort to prevent her from calling 911. Deputies subsequently located Hallstead recently and issued a summons to appear at Town of Walton Court at a later date.

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Stomp returns to the Forum Theater in Binghamton the next 2 nights with some tickets still available, Tina Niles of NAC Entertainment explains:

(Tina Niles 4-25-23)

Tickets are available at the Box Office or at BroadwayInBinghamton.com.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-25-23

Delsa McEwan, the mother of Anielle “AK” McEwan Lomnicki, has filed a lawsuit In Delaware County Supreme Court, against a number of people in relation to the February 15th incident where the 14 year old was run down by a car allegedly driven by Courtni Baker in Sidney. The lawsuit is filed against Baker, Baker’s mother Theresa Baker who owned the vehicle, plus Ermeti’s Community Lounge, owner Joe Ermeti and bar manager Laura Huntley. The Lawsuit claims that Community Lounge Staff should have stopped serving Courtni Baker that day, That Theresa Baker should not have allowed her daughter to operate the car while intoxicated, and against Baker for driving the vehicle into the Sidney Teenager. The case was filed on April 18th.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s office arrested 31 year old Kyle Oakley of South Kortright for Criminal Mischief & Burglary. Deputies were dispatched to a Burglary Report in the Town of Stamford, between the dates of February 23rd and March 8th, someone had forced entry into a residence and intentionally damaged property, Deputies recovered evidence which was sent to the State Police Crime Lab for analysis, Deputies later received a positive DNA match with Oakley, an arrest warrant was issued & Oakley was located & was taken into custody last week, Oakley was arraigned in the Town of Middletown Court where he was remanded to the Delaware County Jail in lieu of $5,000 cash or $10,000 in secured bond.

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The Delaware County Department of Public Works will be closing County Route 16 in the Town of Delhi to through traffic beginning at 7:00 This morning to replace a culvert pipe between the two intersections with Fleming Road. On Wednesday, the road will be closed in the Town of Franklin between the northern intersection with Fleming Road and Douglas Hall Road. The traveling public should seek alternate routes.

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The American Red Cross is holding 2 local blood drives today, as blood supplies remain critically low. In Sidney, a blood drive will be held from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Sidney Elks Lodge at 104 River Street. A blood drive is also being held in Delhi from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM at the SUNY Delhi Farrell Student & Community Center, at 454 Delhi Drive. To make an appointment for the Sidney & Delhi Blood Drives, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 4-24-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 25, 2023

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-24-23

Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar released details on a pregnant inmate who attempted to smuggle drugs into the Broome County Correctional Facility and overdosed after entering the facility, leading to the death of her unborn child. Akshar said that his staff worked to saved the life of 36 year old Quashaia Oranchak of Owego on March 20th, after she was arrested by State Police on felony drug charges, she began showing signs of a drug overdose shortly after arriving, Narcan was administered & EMT’s were called to transport her to Wilson Hospital, where she had a baggie of a substance located in her body, which tested positive for both methamphetamine and fentanyl. Toxicology reports from the Coroner show that both the unborn fetus’s blood and cerebral spinal fluid contained an extremely high & fatal level of methamphetamine. Oranchak was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Promoting Prison Contraband. The Sheriff’s Office report can be found at gobroomecounty.com.

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Norwich City Police arrested 27 year old Mark Andrews of North Pitcher Friday on a variety of charges after he failed to comply with Police & led them on a chase. Andrews was taken into custody & was charged 20 charges including aggravated unlicensed operation, Driving while under the influence of drugs, reckless driving, and resisting arrest. A Norwich Officer attempted to stop a Pick up truck with switched plates, with the pursuit ending at Hortsman’s Trailer Park in the Town of Norwich, Andrews barricaded himself in the vehicle until he was taken into custody, Andrews was also wanted on 2 warrants, & was allegedly operating the pickup while under the influence of Methamphetamines, & that Andrews’ license had been suspended 33 times. Andrews was arraigned was released.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 45 year old David Moxley of Hamden following a motor vehicle accident on April 14th. Deputies responded to a 1 car motor vehicle roll over with entrapment on County Highway 14, in the Town of Meredith, the vehicle went off the road into the ditch, and had rolled onto the roof. Moxley was charged with DWI and aggravated driving with a BAC greater than 0.18%, he was released on appearance tickets returnable to the Town of Meredith Court at a later date.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 2 juveniles for 3rd degree Assault, following an incident at the Charlotte Valley Central School on April 12th. The Preliminary investigation by Deputies revealed that a physical altercation had occurred where the victim was physically injured, both juveniles were charged, and were issued a juvenile appearance ticket and were directed to report to the Delaware County Probation Department at a later date.

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CDO Workforce of Otsego County will be hosting a job fair at the Southside Mall in Oneonta on May 3rd, spokesperson Kassidy Wright explains:

(Kassidy Wright 4-24-23)

The Job fair will features representatives from manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, education, municipalities, retail & human services.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-24-23

The General Clinton Canoe Regatta is fast approaching & once again this year, there is a need for volunteers to help out, according to Regatta Co-Chairman Mike Kauffman:

(Mike Kauffman 4-24-23)

Kauffman said that those interested in Volunteering can call the Bainbridge Chamber at 607-967-8700. Kauffman said that the event will once again be a 3 day event from Friday May 26 to Sunday May 28th.

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The City of Norwich is waiting for a few final steps before they can start on Their Water Main replacement projects down town, City of Norwich Community Development Director Erik Scrivener explains:

(Eric Scrivener 4-24-23)

Scrivener said that they have lined up a USDA loan, that would be used to pay for the project, which would then be paid back with the grant money when it finally arrives. The project area includes a new water mains under South Broad Street, and East Main Street.

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Rajee Almashni of Binghamton pleaded Not Guilty in Broome County Court Friday to 17 counts, including Murder & DWI, for the March 5th Hit & Run that led to the death of 72-year-old Elizabeth Atkinson, as she exited the Oakdale Commons in Johnson City. Police were called to the commons & attempted to make contact with Almashni, but he fled in a vehicle at a high rate of speed through the parking lot & hit Atkinson, who was taken to Wilson Hospital where she succumbed to her injuries. Almashni is being held in the Broome County Jail pending additional court action.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 4-21-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 21, 2023

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-21-22

The Guilford Town Board held a special Meeting earlier this week with representatives from the new ownership that will be constructing & operating for the High Bridge Wind Turbine Project, Town Supervisor George Senek said that the project will go forward, but the timeline has been pushed back:

(George Senek 4-21-23)

The Project still calls for 25 wind turbines to be built in the town of Guilford.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35 year old Brian Fitzpatrick of Davenport, after Deputies responded to a domestic dispute in the Town of Davenport recently, they determined that Fitzpatrick unlawfully struck 2 juveniles, he was charged with 2 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, he was processed and released on an appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Davenport Court at a later date.

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The Greater Oneonta Historical Society will open its next special exhibition tomorrow, which will commemorate the history of the D&H Railroad in Oneonta, according to Society Curator Marcella Micucci:

(Marcella Micucci 4-21-23)

Micucci said that a variety of free programs will coincide with the D&H exhibition, including a tour of the historic D&H Red Caboose in Neahwa Park; a Walking Tour at the D&H Roundhouse remains on May 13th. The new exhibit opens tomorrow at the Society’s location on Main Street in Oneonta, an opening reception will begin at 6:00 PM & will be open to the public.

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The Chenango Historical Society is teaming up with SFCU & The Friends of Rogers, for an event called “Historic Homes are Green Homes” at the Rogers center in Sherburne Saturday for Earth Day, Historical Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin explains:

(Jessica Moquin 4-21-23)

The free event will begin at 2:30 PM Saturday, more information about this & other programs are available by calling the Historical Society at 607-334-9227.

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Hartwick College will celebrate Earth Day, Saturday with the world premiere of the film, The Search for Up, which was shot in Hartwick’s Observatory in early November 2022. In addition to the film screening at 6 pm. in Hartwick’s Yager Museum, the event will feature a 5 pm. opening of a showcase of creative projects by secondary students from local and regional schools. More information is available at sheehym@hartwick.edu.

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Chenango Arts Council will hold the 1st of 2 Spring classes on Saturday, spokesperson Mary Beth Miller explains:

(Mary Beth Miller 4-21-23)

Miller said that the class runs from from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, Participants will receive all supplies and step by step instructions, the class will be run by Colette Dunham, more information is available at (607) 336-2787.

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Sidney & Walton Fire Departments are participating in the “Recruit New York” Event tomorrow. The statewide event runs from 10:00AM to 2:00 PM as fire departments around the state look to recruit more members. Participating Fire Departments can be found at recruitny.org/participants.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-21-23

Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 32-year-old John Durgala of Syracuse and 26 year old Prince Johnson of Binghamton. Deputies were dispatched Wednesday to Marvin Hollow Road and State Highway 10 in the Town of Walton for a suspicious vehicle complaint. Prince Johnson was the operator of the vehicle was found to have an active Violent Felony Warrant out of Broome County and he was arrested. John Durgala provided a false identity to Deputies, he was found to have an active Violent Felony Warrant out of Broome County Sheriff’s Office in relation to Johnson’s arrest warrant. Durgala was charged with false impersonation, Obstructing Governmental Administration, he was issued appearance tickets and was directed to appear in the Town of Walton Court at a later date to answer to the charges.

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An anonymous tip from the community led to multiple drug smuggling charges at the Broome County Sheriff’s Correctional Facility this week. Investigators received information from anonymous community member that an 37 year old Luis Bigio of Endicott allegedly smuggling contraband into the Correctional Facility. Investigators searched Bigio’s cell & recovered 136 suboxone strips, Bigio was charged with 2 Counts of Promoting Prison Contraband, he was serving a Broome County Court sentence related to disobeying a court mandate. Bigio was processed at the Broome County Correctional Facility and will answer for his charges at the Town of Dickinson Court on a future date.

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An annual event that began following the serious flooding of 2011, Starts this afternoon at the Greenlawn Elementary School in Bainbridge & concludes tomorrow Morning, organizer Jessica Chambers explains:

(Jessica Chambers 4-21-23)

More information about items that can be dropped off today is available by calling Chambers at 267-2378.

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Many area Law Enforcement agencies will be participating in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The list of Participating agencies on National Prescription Drug Take Back Days can be found at dea.gov/takebackday.

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P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-20-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 20, 2023

Broome County Sheriff’s Fred Akshar held a press conference this afternoon into the deaths of 2 people at Village Manor Apartments on Gary Street in Windsor. Sheriff Akshar said that this was a murder & suicide, the deceased have been identified 53 year old Kent Johnson of Windsor and his former girlfriend, 47 year old Tess Savage of Binghamton. Investigators have determined that Savage went to Johnson’s apartment, even though she had an order of protection against him, she died of strangulation, a few hours later, Johnson killed himself with a gun.

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Norwich City Police Department responded to 90 East Main Street Monday afternoon following a complaint of Gunshots from a tenant at that location. Norwich Police Officers arrested Sean Frear for criminal possession of a weapon, reckless endangerment & criminal mischief, Police stated that Frear was under the influence of methamphetamine when he discharged a 12-gauge shotgun into the apartment below him, he was arraigned & was being held on $5,000 cash bail pending future court action.

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The Broome County Special Investigations Unit arrested 34 year old Carnel McCarden of Johnson City, police stated that McCarden dove through a glass window at 57 Miriam Street Tuesday to elude police investigators. McCarden was armed with 2 handguns, he was injured by broken glass, police searched the residence They Seized crystal methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. McCarden was charged with 3 counts of criminal possession of a weapon, 2 counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance, criminal possession of stolen property and obstructing governmental administration, McCarden was arraigned and sent to Broome County Jail.

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The Delaware County District Attorney’s Office announced that 28 year old Paris Belton of Patersonville pleaded guilty to DWI In Masonville Town Court. Belton was charged after crashing his vehicle on State Route 8 on March 5th, Sidney Police & State Police responded, Belton had his licensed revoked, was ordered to attend a drug & alcohol evaluation, & must comply with recommendations, Belton was also charged $900 in fees & fines, and he must install an interlock device on all of his vehicles.

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Several Area Fire Departments were called to the scene of a structure fire on Mary Brown Road in the town of Laurens this morning At about 9:10 AM. Firefighters from Laurens, Hartwick, Milford, West Oneonta, Morris & Oneonta have responded, The fire was called in an occupant, who reported that all other occupants escaped without injuries. Firefighters were still at the scene early this afternoon, WCDO News will have more information as it becomes available.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 4-20-23

Delaware County District Attorney’s office announced that 52 year old Robin Reese of Bainbridge pleaded guilty to 2 counts of Driving While Intoxicated, in the Village of Delhi on 2 separate occasions. Reese admitted that she had a previous DWI conviction within the prior 10 years, which resulted in these charges being felonies, she was sentenced to 2 separate terms of 5-year felony probation supervision, she was also sentenced to Adult Treatment Court, she must undergo a drug and alcohol evaluation, and successfully comply with any treatment recommendations. Reese’s license was revoked, and the Court imposed fines and surcharges in the amount of $4,140.00.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Office will hold the 1st of 4 Public Safety Town Halls, Today’s meeting at the Town of Chenango Town Hall from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Sheriff Akshar, Undersheriff Davis and members of the Sheriff’s Office team will be present to discuss issues, answer questions. The Town of Chenango Town Hall is located at 1529 State Route 12, Binghamton.

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State police and local law enforcement will be stepping up patrols and targeting drug-impaired driving during an enforcement and prevention campaign on April 20, due to marijuana-oriented celebrations that take place annually on April 20. The State Police, Department of Motor Vehicles and the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee remind motorists that driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol, including cannabis, is not only dangerous, it is illegal in New York State.

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Cornell Cooperative Extension sponsors the Walton Farmers’ Market and would like to expand the number of produce vendors this year. The Walton Farmers’ Market will be held every Friday, July 7-September 29, from 10:00am-2:00 pm, those interested in participating as a vendor, should call 607-865-6531.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-19-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 19, 2023

P.M. NEWS Wednesday 4-19-23

Delaware County District Attorney’s Office announced that 48 year old John Jormack of Franklin has been indicted for 3 counts of Course of Sexual Conduct Against a Child, for allegedly engaging in sexual conduct with a child less than 11 years old and a child less than 13 years old in the Town of Franklin. Jormack is being held in the Delaware County Jail on $50,000 bail.

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The State Commission on Judicial Conduct has determined that Justice Jeremy Persons of the Guilford Town Court. The Commission’s decision stated that Person’s offensive sexual comments in court, the gratuitous displays of a firearm, his failure to account for court funds, the disregard of his own traffic tickets, and his failure to cooperate with investigating entities, demonstrated his unfitness for judicial office.”

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 53 year old Matthew Knutsen of Otego following an accident investigation on April 13, 2023 in the Otego. Knutsen was charged with Aggravated DWI- Blood Alcohol Content .18 or higher, Consumption of Alcohol in Motor Vehicle, Speed Not Reasonable and Prudent Moved from Lane Unsafely, & Failure to Keep Right Knutsen was issued an appearance tickets for the Otego Town Court on a later date.

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During Earth Week, Governor Kathy Hochul announced 8 new large-scale renewable energy infrastructure projects have been completed, which should support the creation of nearly 1,800 jobs and spurred nearly $800 million in private investment, while contributing nearly $70 million to their host communities for of school, town, and county payments. The recently completed projects include Puckett Solar of Greene in Chenango County, which is a 20 MegaWatt solar facility developed and constructed by CS Energy and is owned by MN8 Energy.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for Edward Blatchford on an outstanding warrant. Blatchford is described as a white male, 5’ 6”; 145 pounds, with Blue Eyes & Brown Hair, he is wanted on a Warrant for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and multiple other warrants. Anyone with information on the location of Edward Blatchford is asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office by using the Broome County Sheriff’s Office page at gobroomecounty.com or by calling the tip line at (607) 778-1196.

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The Lineup of performers coming to the 39th Annual Spiedie Fest & Balloon Rally was announced today. On Friday, August 4th – John Waite and Tommy Decarlo of Boston will perform at 6:00 PM, Saturday, August 5th Country music act Scotty McCreery at 5:00 PM, and Sunday, August 6th Gavin DeGraw will play his hits at 5:00 PM. Organizers also stated that there will also be a meet & greet with professional wrestler Kurt Angle from 3 to 6 pm. on Friday, and a Little Mermaid concert at 1 pm. on Saturday.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-19-23

The General Clinton Canoe Regatta will be held May 26th though the 28th this year. Co-Chairman Mike Kauffman told WCDO News that they will stick with the 3 day event and leave Monday Memorial Day as an off day again this year:

(Mike Kauffman 4-19-23)

Kauffman also said that they are looking for people to volunteer at various places around the event, those interested should go to the General Clinton Canoe Regatta Face Book Page, canoeregatta.org or call the Bainbridge Chamber at 967-8700.

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Delaware County District Attorney’s Office announced that 38 year old Chad Ostrander of Grand Gorge was arraigned on a 5 count indictment for Attempted Assault of a Police Officer for trying to run down a police officer in Walton, Reckless endangerment for driving at more than 130 miles an hour during a police chase from Walton to Colchester, Criminal Mischief for kicking a door & engaging in a physical domestic dispute in front of a child. Ostrander pleaded not guilty to all 5 counts, & he was remanded back to the Delaware County Jail pending future court action.

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Judge Rowan Wilson will be the new chief judge of the state’s highest court, The Court of Appeals. Wilson’s nomination was confirmed by the State Senate Tuesday.

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The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 32 year old Victoria Spataro of Oneonta following a traffic stop in the City of Oneonta. Spataro was charged with Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs, Driving While Intoxicated & Inadequate Lights, Spataro was issued appearance tickets returnable to the Oneonta City Court at a later date.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 4-18-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 18, 2023

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-18-23

The State Budget deadline was extended for a 3rd time, making the new deadline April 20th. Passing the budget extender will allow state workers and vendors to continue to be paid while budget talks continue, however the state lawmakers will not get paid until a budget is passed. The 2 main sticking points continue to be the Governor’s housing agenda and bail reform.

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The City of Norwich Common Council voted recently to award the bid for the water main replacement project to Vacri Construction of Binghamton, City of Norwich Community Development Director Erik Scrivener said they must now go through the Federal application process with the EPA to get the grant money necessary for the project, with the hope of getting the project started as soon as possible.

(Eric Scrivener 4-18-23)

Scrivener said if the grant was delayed they have made arrangements to use a USDA loan, that would be paid back with the grant money if it delayed beyond the length to complete the project. The planned project area includes a new mains on South Broad Street, and East Main Street.

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The Guilford Town Board will hold a special Meeting tonight at 6:00 PM regarding the involvement of a new company for the High Bridge Wind Turbine Project, Town Supervisor George Senek explains:

(George Senek 4-18-23)

Tonight’s meeting is open to area residents interested in the Wind Turbine project, which calls for 25 wind turbines to be built in the town of Guilford.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Office will hold the 1st of 4 Public Safety Town Halls this Thursday’s meeting at the Town of Chenango Town Hall from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Sheriff Akshar, Undersheriff Davis and members of the Sheriff’s Office team will be present to discuss issues, answer questions. The Town of Chenango Town Hall is located at 1529 State Route 12, Binghamton.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 4-18-23

State Police, the FBI & local law enforcement agencies arrested 20 year old Peter Howard of Louisville Kentucky, who is a student at Hamilton College in Clinton, Howard is accused of posting a a false alert of a possible active shooter situation at the Hamilton Campus, on a social media site called Jodel. No active threat was found, students were told to shelter in place during the investigation, Howard was arrested on Sunday and charged with making a threat of mass harm.

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The IRS Reminds New York State Residents that the Tax Return deadline is midnight tonight, it was moved as the usual April 15th fell on a weekend this year. More information is available at IRS.gov.

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The Governor’s Office announced that this week is WORK ZONE AWARENESS WEEK through April 21st. A State Police crackdown on work zone violations will also be taking place during the week, with their “Operation Hardhat” initiative, which highlights the importance of safe driving practices in active construction and maintenance work zones across the state.

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Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next regular meeting this morning at 7:30 AM at the back of Bob’s Diner. More information about the Bainbridge Chamber is available at 607-967-8700

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 4-17-21

by wcdonews Posted on April 17, 2023

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-17-23

The Town Of Guilford will hold a special Board meeting will be held tomorrow at the Town Hall on Marble Road, regarding the High Bridge Wind Project, Guilford Town Supervisor George Senek told WCDO News that a new company “Invenergy”, is getting involved:

(George Senek 4-17-23)

Senek said that the meeting will begin at 6:00 PM Tuesday at the Guilford Town Hall

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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies were contacted by the Sidney Dog Control Officer about an abandoned dog in February. Deputies found & secured the animal & transported it to the Delaware Valley Humane Society. Attempts to make contact with the owner were unsuccessful, Earlier this month, Deputies responded to the residence where the canine was found abandoned and arrested 30-year old Cachet Fernandez for abandonment of animals. Cachet was released on an appearance ticket and is scheduled to appear in the Town of Sidney Court at a later date.

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Commerce Chenango will hold another local Hiring Event on May 18, from 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM for students and 3:30 – 5:30 PM for adults. The event will take place at the High School on Midland Drive in Norwich. The Hiring Event is specifically for employers with immediate entry-level job openings. The Deadline for registration is this Friday April 21st, more information is available at 607.334.1401 or via email at jostrander@chenangony.org.

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Bassett Healthcare Network and A.O. Fox Hospital announced today that they have reached an agreement with the Oneonta Family YMCA to keep FoxCare Fitness open to the public, Fox Spokesperson Gabby Argo explains:

(Gabby Argo 4-17-23)

Argo said that the 2 organizations are currently working to finalize details on operations, membership, staffing, specific space features for the Oneonta Family YMCA’s oversight while maintaining key services to the community. Services will remain uninterrupted, A.O. Fox Hospital will continue to operate outpatient cardiac, physical, occupational, and pulmonary rehabilitation services within the FoxCare Fitness space.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-17-23

Broome County Sheriff’s Office arrested 29 year old Nicholas Sorensen of Johnson City following a traffic stop in Binghamton. Sorensen was found to be driving without a license & was wanted on a warrant for a DWI in Pennsylvania. Sorensen fled the scene on foot through traffic, he was subdued by 2 taser cartridges. Sorensen was treated at the scene by EMT’s, he was charged with Resisting Arrest and Obstruction of Governmental Administration plus several traffic violations, he was taken to Central Arraignment and transported to the Broome County Correctional Facility as a fugitive from justice to await extradition by the Monroe County, PA Sheriff’s Office to answer for his outstanding charges.

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The Governor’s office announced Friday that the The Richmondville fire was contained. The Incident Command Post closed Friday Night, State Forest Rangers will continue to patrol the region to ensure it stays contained and mop up hot spots. Trains are still required to travel between 10 to 15 miles per hour out of an abundance of caution to prevent sparking additional fires.

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Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a search warrant at Thursday at 100 Robert Street in Binghamton. Police arrested 33 year old Daquan Brown of Binghamton, for criminal possession of a weapon, criminal possession of a controlled substance and criminally using drug paraphernalia, police seized a handgun, ammunition, over $7,000 in cash from drug sales, and items used to package drugs for sale. Brown faces court action shortly.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 4-14-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 14, 2023

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-14-23

Fire Fighters from Franklin, Sidney Center & Wells Bridge responded to a Franklin barn & brush fire. Thursday afternoon at about 3:45 PM. Firefighters were at the scene until about 8:30 PM, no injuries were reported.

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The Otsego County Office of Emergency Services reported that firefighters are continuing to fight a fire of brush & trees along the Otsego & Schoharie County line, the 2nd operational period was conducted yesterday, Fire fighters & EMS providers from Otsego, Delaware and Schoharie County expect to wrap up the the fires today, about 237 acres were affected, with 90% containment reported Thursday Afternoon.

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The Town Of Guilford will hold a special Board meeting Tuesday at 6:00 PM at the Town Hall on Marble Road. The meeting will be informational featuring representatives from Invenergy & Northland Power, Town of Guilford residents are urged to attend the meeting.

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Binghamton Police arrested 28 year old Christopher Frederick for 2nd degree attempted murder, criminal possession of a weapon and first-degree criminal use of a firearm, in connection with a shooting that occurred on Binghamton’s North Side on February 25th, following the report of several shots being fired, and where a 22 year old man was injured with a gunshot wound to the chest. Frederick was arrested without incident in Endwell, he was arraigned in Binghamton City Court and sent to Broome County Jail.

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The Chenango Historical Society is looking for volunteers to help out at the museum in Norwich through the summer hours into early October, Historical Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin told WCDO News who they are looking for:

(Jessica Moquin 4-14-23)

Moquin said that those interested in volunteering should visit chenangohistorical.org/get-involved

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NBT Bancorp Announced that the shareholders of Salisbury Bancorp, voted to approve the proposed merger of Salisbury with NBT. The proposal was announced last December, Salisbury has 14 banking offices in northwestern Connecticut, the Hudson Valley region of New York, and southwestern Massachusetts.

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The Delaware County District Attorney’s Office announced that 50 year old Brett Conklin of Walton was convicted for DWI In Tompkins Town Court. Conklin was arrested last November after a 1 vehicle crash, where registered a BAC of .14. Conklin was ordered to pay $900 in fees and fines, he was sentenced to a 1 year conditional discharge, he must install an ignition interlock device on any vehicle he owns & he must attend a victims impact panel & an impaired Drivers program.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-14-23

3 individuals are facing 16 felony charges after being apprehended by Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies following the theft of a vehicle and trailer in the Town of Binghamton. On Tuesday, Deputies responded to the reported theft of a truck & trailer containing a zero turn lawn mower on Mill Street in the Town of Binghamton, the truck’s owner had security cameras, & a tracking device, where the vehicle was located at Phillips Way in the Town of Binghamton, the 3 suspects, fled on foot into a creek. Deputies arrested 30 year old Heather Brewer of Endicott, 38 year old Joseph Schultz & 35 year old Ryan White of Endicott on a variety of charges including Grand Larceny, Criminal Possession of stolen Property, & Conspiracy, Schultze was found to have outstanding warrants for Grand Larceny, resisting arrest, identity theft and drug charges in the State of Pennsylvania and violating parole in Albany.

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The twice Annual “Coffee with the Chiefs” event will be held in Norwich on Saturday April 15th from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at the Norwich McDonald’s, local residents will have the chance to talk to new Norwich Police Chief Reuben Roach and City of Norwich Fire Department Chief Jan Papelino.

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The Sidney Community Cultural Center will have a Comedy Night Saturday Night & another event Sunday afternoon, Spokesperson Amy Williams explains:

(Amy Williams 4-14-23)

Tickets for the Comedy night are available at the door or at cccsidneyart.booktix.com

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