WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-12-22

by wcdonews Posted on October 12, 2022

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-12-22

30 year old Shelby Ortiz of the town of Maryland, pleaded guilty to distributing child pornography in federal court. Ortiz admitted to having sexual contact with a 7-month-old boy and sending it to someone else electronically. Ortiz is scheduled to be sentenced in February & could face 10 to 20 years in prison if convicted. .

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fentanyl overdose that occurred at the jail last Friday. The unidentified 34-year-old inmate was found by a correctional officer, 1st aid was administered, the inmate was taken to Wilson Regional Medical Center for further medical attention. The investigation into the incident is continuing.

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The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 26 year old Kynisha Atkinson of Oneonta following a recent traffic stop in the Town of Oneonta. Atkinson was found to be operating a motor vehicle on a public highway with a suspended registration on September 25th, she will appear in Town of Oneonta court at a later date.

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The Binghamton Black Bears Hockey Team of the Federal Prospects Hockey League, will begin their new season this Friday Night at the Visions Veterans Memorial Arena in Binghamton, new team announcer Brooks Hill told WCDO News that the team looks poised to return to the playoffs this year:

(Brooks Hill 10-12-22)

Hill said that tickets are available on their website: binghamtonblackbears.com/tickets, or by calling 607-722-7367.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced more than $246 million from FEMA to support counter-terrorism and emergency preparedness efforts across New York. The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services manages the programs with local stakeholders, locally Chenango & Otsego Counties will receive over $93,000, Delaware County over $85,000 and Broome County over $311,000.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 10-12-22

Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 29-year-old Osman Mendoza-Garcia of Scranton, Pennsylvania, on October 1st, after Deputies responded to a 2-car accident on State Highway 10. The investigation found that Mendoza-Garcia was following another north bound vehicle that was attempting to make a turn, he was unable to stop. Mendoza-Garcia was driving with a suspended driver’s license, he was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation and Following too Closely, he was released with appearance tickets made returnable to the Town of Tompkins Court at a later date.

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State Police arrested 31year old Jesse Sklenarik of Oneonta, for Attempted Petty Larceny, after a trooper was dispatched to a report of a larceny in progress at Certified Auto. When the trooper arrived, an employee was holding down Sklenarik after he allegedly attempted to cut the catalytic converter off a vehicle on their property. Sklenarik was released on an appearance ticket to the Oneonta Town Court on October 18th.

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The Northeast Classic Car Museum will have their annual drawing today, for someone to win a 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible, valued at about $30,000. Tickets have been sold for several months, the event is one of the key fundraisers for the museum, last year’s winner was Rick Hulse of Cooperstown.

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The New Bivalent COVID-19 BOOSTER Vaccines are available to anyone 12 and older, to provide increased protection against currently circulating variants. A booster clinic is being hosted by the Chenango County Health Department today at the Broad Street Methodist Church in Norwich, from 12:00 to 3:00 pm, at the Unadilla Valley School on October 27th, and Afton School on November 3rd. Pre-registration is required on the County website, more information is available at 607-337-1660.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 10-11-22

by wcdonews Posted on October 11, 2022

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-11-22

On Sunday, New York State extended the Executive Order to continue to maximize the resources available to protect New Yorkers against polio through vaccination. So far. Only 1 case of polio has been identified, but ongoing wastewater surveillance provides evidence of repeated polio-virus detections in sewage samples throughout the state. The latest wastewater results in Brooklyn & Queens, tested by CDC, found samples genetically linked to the case original case in Rockland County. More information is available at health.ny.gov/polio.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 40 year old Christopher Lacey of Downsville for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, following an investigation into a motor vehicle accident on October 5th on River Road in the Town of Colchester. Deputies reported that the driver left the scene, Walton Police located Lacey, who’s driving privileges were revoked for refusing to submit to a chemical test. Lacey was issued an appearance ticket for the Town of Colchester Court at a later date.

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The Chenango County Historical Society announced a new membership program with streamlined categories, expanded core benefits, and newly created offerings. Historical Society Director Jessica Moquin explains:

(Jessica Moquin 10-11-22)

The museum’s current seasonal hours are Wednesday through Saturday, from 10 am. to 4 pm. For more information, call (607) 334-9227 or visit www.ChenangoHistorical.org.

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Sidney SSAD program & Catholic Charities are teaming up again this year for a 5K/10K Walk run and the Color run, Sidney SSAD coordinator Jonathon Yurka explains that the event is back after a it was suspended due to the pandemic:

(Jonathon Yurka 10-14-22)

The event will be held Sunday at the Sidney High School from 1:00 to 5:00 PM.

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Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond will continue with the “Coffee With The Sheriff’s Office” tomorrow morning in Sidney, he invited area residents to come & talk with members of the Sheriff’s Office:

(Sheriff DuMond 10-12-22)

Sheriff DuMond will be at the Trackside Diner on Main Street in Sidney from 9:30 to 10:30 this morning, the next event will be October 19th at the Hancock McDonald’s.

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The Sidney Elks Lodge will host Veteran’s Information & Services Day on November 2nd, at the lodge on River Street in Sidney. A variety of services will be offered, reservations are encouraged at 563-2175.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-11-22

An American Red Cross blood drive will be conducted today in Oneonta from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM, on the State University of Oneonta campus at 101 C Alumni Hall, Appointments can be made at the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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The 2022 New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony will honor 11 firefighters who gave their lives in the line of duty. The Memorial was dedicated in 1998, to honor fallen firefighters every year in October, it also pays tribute to the more than 100,000 New York State active firefighters who risk their lives every day to protect New Yorkers. Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado will deliver remarks at this mornings memorial, starting at 11:00 AM in Albany.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 10-10-22

by wcdonews Posted on October 10, 2022

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 10-10-22

44 of New York State’s 62 counties are already reporting cases of the flu, according to the state Health department. Health officials encourage New Yorkers to get the flu vaccine, with the flu starting a little earlier than normal, and especially as high rates of COVID 19 are still being reported statewide. Southern Tier counties are sill reporting an 8.35% COVID 19 positivity rate, more information about the flu, COVID 19 % other healthcare issues can be found at health.ny.gov.

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The 2022 Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango County Home Made Sale will be held in downtown Norwich this Saturday, Spokesperson Sarah Green comments:

(Sarah Green 10-10-22)

Green said that they received more than they anticipated this year, More information about the home made sale or Hospice is available at 607-334-3556.

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New York Attorney General Letitia James took action today to maintain the Concealed Carry Improvement Act, after a federal judge granted a temporary restraining order last week. James said that the Act was passed by the State Legislature and was enacted this summer, with requirements for concealed carry permits, prohibits guns in sensitive places, requires individuals with concealed carry permits to request a property owner’s consent to carry on their premises, enhances safe storage requirements, requires social media review ahead of certain gun purchases, and requires background checks on all ammunition purchases.

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The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 42 year old Kory Minshall of Burlington Flats in Morris October 1st. Minshall was pulled over and was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance for Methamphetamines, Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Operating a Motor Vehicle without Insurance, along with several other similar charges, he was also wanted on an active warrant out of Otsego County Family Court and had a suspended driver’s license. Minshall is being held in the Otsego County Jail on the Family Court warrant. He will appear in the Town of Morris Court on a later date.

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The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 21 year old Dylan Rulison of Johnstown, following an investigation of a motor vehicle accident with a stolen vehicle in Montgomery County. Rulison was arrested by the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office on several charges, the vehicle had been stolen from the Town of Worcester, he was charged in Otsego County with Grand Larceny and Unauthorized use of a Motor Vehicle, he was released & will appear in the Town of Worcester Court on October 11th.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 10-10-22

2 teenager were shot outside of the home of Congressman and Republican candidate for governor Lee Zeldin, in Shirley in Suffolk County Sunday afternoon. The 2 teenage boys were taken to area hospitals, they had been walking with a third teenager when they were hit by gunfire from a moving car. The wounded teens hid under his porch and into the bushes, while the 3rd person fled the scene. Zeldin & his wife were in the Bronx campaigning at the time of the shooting, their teenage daughters locked themselves inside & called police

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The Otsego County District Attorney’s office is investigating the death of an infant in Laurens last Tuesday. An autopsy will be conducted, the investigation is continuing.

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The State DEC issued an update on drought conditions across the state. The State’s Drought Management Task Force updated the drought status to “Normal” from “Drought Watch” for multiple regions including most of upstate New York because of recent rainfall and higher levels of ground and surface water. The following counties will return to Normal designations: Broome, Chenango, Delaware & Otsego Counties locally.

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The 2022 New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony will honor 11 firefighters Tuesday in Albany, who gave their lives in the line of duty. With the addition of these 11 names, the Memorial will honor 2,631 individuals who lost their lives in the line of duty.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 10-7-22

by wcdonews Posted on October 7, 2022

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-7-22

State Police Superintendent Kevin Bruen resigned from his position today, First Deputy Superintendent Steven Nigrelli will serve as Acting Superintendent of the State Police on an interim basis, and a search for a permanent replacement is underway.

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State Senator Peter Oberacker announced that community libraries throughout the 51st senatorial district have been awarded a total of over $800,000 in public library construction grant funds. Locally, the Bovina Public Library receives over $74,000, The Edmeston Free Library receives over $246,000, the Huntington Memorial Library receives over $19,000, the Kinney Memorial Library over $6,500

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Catholic Charities is holding a winter clothing drive in 3 local counties, Penny McKnight of the Sidney Catholic Charities office explains:

(Penny McKnight 10-7-22)

More information about the clothing drive is available at 607-604-4071.

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Members of the Chenango County Farm Bureau recently lobbied lawmakers in Washington regarding a series of agricultural issues, Farm Bureau President Bradd Vickers comments:

(Bradd Vickers 10-7-22)

Vickers said that the issues were discussed in hopes of having the issues possibly resolved in the 2023 US Farm bill.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-7-22

The Chenango County Historical Society will host a Living History & Industrial Heritage Festival this Saturday at their Norwich location, commemorating the importance of the Chenango Canal, Historical Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin explains:

(Jessica Moquin 10-7-22)

For more information, visit ChenangoHistorical.org or call (607) 334-9227, extension 2.

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The Chenango Arts Council will have a performance of the Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap” Saturday night at 7:00 PM at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich, spokesperson Mary Beth Miller explains:

(Mary Beth Miller 10-7-22)

Tickets are available at the door, at chenangoarts.org or by calling today at 336-2787.

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The Community Cultural Center in Sidney will host a free showing of the Movie “Asteroids” tonight at 8:00 PM, which was made by “Otsego Media” & was shot in Oneonta, Theater Manager Dennis Walrath comments:

(Dennis Walrath 10-7-22)

Walrath said that one or maybe both of the filmmakers will be in attendance tonight.

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The American Red Cross is holding a Blood Drive today in Downsville. The blood drive will be held from 8:30 am. to 1:30 pm., at the Downsville Central School, appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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The Norwich Rotary Club is sponsoring their 37th Annual AMBA Blood Screening & Wellness Program this Saturday from 6:30 to 10:00 AM in Norwich YMCA, Appointments are requested at 1-800-234-8888, a prescription from your physician or Family Nurse Practitioner is required.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 10-6-22

by wcdonews Posted on October 6, 2022

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 10-6-22

The Raymond Corporation will hold their 8th annual Manufacturing Day event tomorrow, as part of their 100th anniversary celebration, Raymond Executive Vice President of Human Resources Steve VanNostrand comments:

(Steve VanNostrand 10-6-22)

Teachers can still register their to participate in tomorrow’s virtual event by emailing to manufacturingday@raymondcorp.com.

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The Out of The Woodwork Players will perform “Blithe Spirit” at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater this month, the Noel Coward play about a socialite and novelist, who invites a medium to his house to conduct a séance, Cast Members Armanda Crandall & Monica Gatto visited WCDO to discuss the play & their characters, involved in a seance:

(OWP 10-6-22)

Show times are October 14th & 15th at 7:00 pm, with a Sunday Matinee October 16th at 2:00 PM, more information is available at the Out Of The woodwork Players Facebook page.

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The State Department of Health is reminding all New Yorkers to get their annual flu vaccination, as influenza is already considered widespread across the State. Since September, cases have been increasing, with 596 laboratory-confirmed cases of influenza for the week ending October 1. As influenza and COVID-19 are circulating simultaneously, those eligible should also get a COVID-19 booster. More information regarding the flu, COVID 19 & other diseases is available at health.ny.gov.

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Due to illness, the Susquehanna SPCA will be closed to the public on Friday, the free rabies clinic has been canceled as well.

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The State Department of Labor will hold their Southern Tier Region Virtual Career Fair on Thursday, October 20th from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. There will be a preview day on Wednesday, October 19th, where job-seekers can view content and job postings and prepare themselves for the “live” event.  Businesses looking to participate must register by the end of the business day Friday, at virtualevent.nysdolboothregistration.com/event3 or by calling 607-741-4667

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 10-6-22

State Police responded to I-88 westbound near exit 13 in the town of Oneonta Tuesday night at about 6:00 PM for a report of a car carrier on fire. Members of the Oneonta Fire Department extinguished the fire. Damage was primarily around the passenger side rear axle; some of the trailer and cargo was damaged. The driver was not injured, the right lane was closed until about 9:30 pm.

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Several area fire companies responded last night to a Working structure fire 164 Anderson Avenue in Sidney Center. The fire was called in at about 8:10 PM, fire fighters from Sidney Center, Sidney, Trout creek, Masonville & Franklin responded, All occupants & pets escaped without injuries.

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Commerce Chenango will host its 1st annual Manufacturer Appreciation Luncheon today at the Northeast Classic Car Museum in Norwich, as part of Manufacturing Week. The ‘Manufacturer of the Year’ award will be presented to Gladding Braided Products in South Otselic, the event that begins at 11:00 am. at the Northeast Classic Car Museum in Norwich. More information, or to register for this event, is available at commercechenango.com or email register@chenangony.org.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-5-22

by wcdonews Posted on October 5, 2022

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-5-22

The Hartwick College Women’s Field Hockey Team has been conducting fundraising efforts for the Trinity O’Connor Foundation, named after 6 year old Trinity O’Connor of Sidney who died earlier this year after a battle with cancer. Foundation Spokesperson Kim Ayres told WCDO News that their efforts will culminate with their game today:

(Kim Ayres 10-5-22)

Ayres said that money raised for the foundation will go to families of children battling cancer, more information is available at trinityoconnorfoundation.org, or at their Facebook Page.

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The Broome County District Attorney’s Office announced that 33 year old Kevin Cochrane was sentenced to 3 years in prison followed by 6 years of post-release supervision, for attempted use of a child less than 17 years of age in a sexual performance. Cochrane was taken to the Broome County Jail after sentencing in Broome County Court, he will be transferred over to a state correctional facility.

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The New York State Department of Health proposed regulations for 23 additional emerging contaminants in drinking water in the State Register today, which then starts a 60-day public review and comment period. The proposed regulations would set new drinking water standards, or maximum contaminant levels, for 4 additional hazardous chemicals, requiring public water systems to reduce levels under the requirements. The proposed rules would also require testing, reporting, and public notification for 19 additional PFAS compounds. The proposed regulations appear at dos.ny.gov/state-register, the public will until December 5th to review and comment

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The Otsego County Health Department will hold a rabies vaccination clinic for Dogs, Cats & Ferrets tonight in Otego. The clinic will run from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Otego Fire Department, more information is available at 547-4230.

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A.M. NEWS Wednesday 10-5-22

In the month of September, members State Police from Troop “C” removed 53 impaired drivers off the roadways. 2 of those impaired drivers also had a child under the age of 15 in the vehicle with them, 15 of those drivers were more than double the legal limit, 12 of those drivers were under the influence of drugs, 3 of those drivers were previously convicted of DWI within the last 10 years

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Chobani has increased pay for their workers in South Edmeston. The company says wages are increasing anywhere between 20% and 30% for their hourly manufacturing employees, that means starting salary will now be $18.50 per hour. The average salary at the business is $23.50.

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Delaware County Public Health Services will be conducting a Monkeypox vaccine clinic Today, from 4:30PM to 6:00 PM, at 99 Main Street in Delhi. The two vaccine doses are given 28 days apart. This is a 1st dose clinic only. More information is available at 607-832-5200 To register for the clinic, go to delawarecountypublichealth.com.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting this morning at 8:00 AM. This morning’s meeting will be held at the Trackside Diner, chamber members & Directors are urged to attend.

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A Red Cross Blood Drive is being held in Oneonta today from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at A.O. Fox Memorial Hospital’s Levine Center, in Oneonta. Appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, at RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 10-4-22

by wcdonews Posted on October 4, 2022

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-4-22

The Chenango County Historical Society will host a Living History & Industrial Heritage Festival this Saturday with several activities planned in celebration of Path Through History weekend. Historical Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin explains:

(Jessica Moquin 10-4-22)

For more information, visit ChenangoHistorical.org or call (607) 334-9227, extension 2.

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A Windsor man has pleaded guilty to Robbery in the 3rd degree. According to the Broome County District Attorney, Scott Frost admitted he stole a motorcycle and threatened to shoot the owner while he was on parole for a burglary in 2014 in Tioga County. Frost will be sentenced in December 2022 and faces two to four years.

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The Raymond Corporation will kick off its 8th annual Manufacturing Day event, Celebrating a Century of Innovation, on Friday. This year is the 3rd year Raymond’s Manufacturing Day will be an entirely virtual event. Students will learn about building skills for the future through a virtual manufacturing facility tour, Raymond executive vice president of human resources Steve VanNostrand told WCDO News that there are 3 key reasons for Manufacturing Day:

(Steve VanNostrand 10-4-22)

The Manufacturing day will be held virtually on Friday, it is open to all middle and high school students via teacher registration, teachers can register by email to manufacturingday@raymondcorp.com if you have any questions. More information is available at raymondcorp.com.

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The Norwich Rotary Club is sponsoring their 37th Annual AMBA Blood Screening & Wellness Program this Saturday from 6:30 to 10:00 AM in Norwich YMCA, Rotary Spokesman Ron Cerow explains:

(Ron Cerow 10-4-22)

Appointments are requested at 1-800-234-8888, a prescription from your physician or Family Nurse Practitioner is required.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 10-4-22

State Police are reminding the public that the New York State Police PBA does not solicit money by phone. Recently, State Police have seen reports that someone from a “607” area code is contacting citizens and seeking donations. Anyone who receives one of these phone calls, do not give out your personal information and hang up.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office arrested Michael Benedict of Binghamton, Stephen Parsons of Greene, and Melissa Johnson and Patrick Hill, both of Smithville Flats, for Grand Larceny for allegedly stealing a utility trailer and utility terrain vehicle in the Town of Kirkwood. The suspects & the stolen items were found in Binghamton, all 4 face court action shortly.

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The Broome County District Attorney’s Office announced that 30-year-old Jordann Maroney of Norwich pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Firearm after she was in possession of an illegal and unlicensed .22 caliber revolver, cocaine, and methamphetamine during a traffic stop in the Town of Barker in March. Maroney will be sentenced at a later date.

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Delaware County Public Health will hold a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets today from 6:45PM to 8:45PM at DPW Garage, at 200 Front Street in Deposit. More information is available at 607-832-5200 or delawarecountypublichealth.com.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 10-3-22

by wcdonews Posted on October 3, 2022

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 10-3-22

Catholic Charities announced the results of Friday’s Community Mass Food Distribution in Sidney. Overall, 684 Households participated, with 1,669 People attending the distribution, 16,968 pounds of food were given out, 34 volunteers participated.

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Several Area Fire Departments responded to a reported structure fire at 8 Pearl Street in Bainbridge last night. The fire was reported on the 2nd floor, local firefighters responded again this morning for a rekindle. No injuries have been reported.

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The State Department of Labor announced the next steps in the state’s $15 minimum hourly wage phase-in. The minimum wage rate in local counties will rise by $1 per hour, from $13.20 to $14.20,on December 31st. The Division’s analysis found evidence of pressure for wages to rise in the midst of a continued pandemic-driven labor shortage.

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Tomorrow On Tuesday, State Senator Fred Akshar, Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo, Johnson City Police Chief Brent Dodge and representatives of the State Department of Transportation will join local officials, family and community members to dedicate a portion of New York Route 17C the Patrolman David ‘DW’ Smith Memorial Highway in the Village of Johnson City. The dedication will begin at 11:00am at the Johnson City Police Department, Officer Smith served with the Johnson City Police Department for 18 1/2 years, in 2014, he was fatally shot after responding to a disturbance at a local business.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested Catherine Shepler of Jefferson, following an investigation of a reported fraud that occurred in the Town of Stamford. Shepler is accused of intentionally purchasing items on a charge account of the victim, she was arrested & charged with 1 count Forgery & was released on an appearance ticket and is scheduled to return to the Town of Stamford Court at a later date to answer the charge.

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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office has received numerous complaints involving a scam that is occurring nationwide. The callers are identifying themselves as Chenango County Sheriff’s Office personnel and informing people by phone that they have an active arrest warrant and requesting gift cards be sent to rectify the outstanding warrant. Chenango County Sheriff’s Office personnel will never call to request money or gift cards for any criminal matters.

A.M. NEWS Monday 10-3-22

State Police are searching for 16 year old Connor McLean of Peru New York, who was last seen on September 27th, at 8:00 pm near his residence. McLean is approximately 5’10 feet tall, and weighs approximately 190 pounds, he was wearing blue hoodie, shorts, brown slippers with socks, & was carrying a black backpack. Anyone with any information is asked to please contact State Police at 518-563-3761

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State Police are looking to identify 2 people in connection with a September 4th report of a wallet that was stolen from the Mount Upton Dollar General.. The wallet that was stolen from a cart, A woman is seen in surveillance video taking the wallet, a male is with her while at the store. The empty wallet was later found at a gas pump at Speedway at State Routes 7 and 8, & was turned in to the store by a patron, Anyone with information is asked to call State Police at (607)-561-7400, Pictures of the people in question can be viewed at the WCDO Facebook page.

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State Police responded to a report that an 85-year-old woman with dementia left her residence on foot several hours prior and could not be located. An organized search was formed in the town of Andes. Troopers and New York State Police K9 were assisted by State Forest Rangers and Delhi Village Police. The woman was located deceased about a mile from her residence, There is no indication of any foul play.

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State Department of Labor Commissioner Roberta Reardon issued an order accepting the recommendation of the Farm Laborers Wage Board to lower the current 60-hour threshold for overtime pay to 40 hours per week by January 1, 2032, allowing 10 years to phase in the new threshold, following a 2-year process and 14 public meetings and hearings. Farm work in excess of 40 hours per week would be required to be compensated at overtime rates, as it is in other occupations.

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Broadway in Binghamton announced today that the individual tickets for Fiddler on the Roof, on November 8 & 9 at 7:30 PM at the FORUM THEATRE will go on sale today, at 10:00 AM. Tickets can be purchased in person at the Arena Box Office or through Ticketmaster. For more information visit BroadwayInBinghamton.com.

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