WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-10-24

by wcdonews Posted on July 10, 2024

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-10-24

A tornado Watch has been issued through this evening for the WCDO Listening area, local meteorologist Rich Townsend comments about the possibility for severe weather:

(Rich Townsend 7-10-24)

The tornado watch is in effect until 9:00 PM, we’ll have the WCDO Forecast following this news cast.

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The Broome County District Attorney’s Office announced Tuesday that Michael Gibson of Endicott has been sentenced for rape in the first degree, he will serve 17 years in prison for the crime, followed by 15 years of post-release supervision. Gibson admitted to performing sexual acts with a victim who was under the age of 13 in Summer 2023, the office said. He pleaded guilty to the crime in February.

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Delaware County Sheriffs Office Criminal Investigations Division received a complaint in April from Delaware County Probation Department that a person supervised by the Probation Department was suspected of communicating with underage children in a sexual manner. On July 3rd, the Division arrested and charged 27-year-old Dylan Brooks, of Hancock for 1 count of Disseminating Indecent Material to Minors, and 1 count of Endangering the Welfare of Child, Brooks is alleged to have violated his terms and conditions of probation by using an unauthorized phone and social media account to engage in conversations of a sexual nature with a 16-year-old child, proceeding to then send photos of a pornographic nature to the underage child. Brooks was released on an appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Hancock Court at a later date.

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The Southern Tier Music Festival went over well this past weekend at the Sidney Airport, Teri Schunk was 1 of the organizers of the event:

(Teri Schunk 7-10-24)

Schunk also said that the Sidney Summer Music Series begins tonight with the Sidney Community band at 6:00 PM, due to the inclement weather, the concert will at the Sidney Community Center at 1 Bridge Street, the shows will all be free.

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State Police & The State Office of Cannabis Management has continued to execute search warrants on businesses suspected of illegally selling Marijuana without possessing a license to do so. Sidney Exotics at 30 Main Street in Sidney was closed down Monday, more details are expected to be released shortly.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 7-10-24

Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30 year old Christopher Fuller of Oxford on July 3rd, after a Deputy in Norwich observed Fuller driving a pick-up truck & knew he did not have a valid license. The Deputy observed Fuller driving in a reckless manner and attempted to conduct a traffic stop, Fuller failed to comply & the pursuit continued until Fuller’s truck became disabled, he attempted to flee on foot, and he was taken into custody. Fuller was charged with Criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell, Reckless Endangerment, Unlawfully fleeing a Police officer & numerous other related charges, he was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on cash bail.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Strategic Response Group arrested 59 year old Kenneth Jordan of Endicott On Saturday. During a traffic stop in Binghamton, deputies observed a knotted plastic bag hanging out of his pocket, Jordan to be in the possession of fentanyl, cocaine, plus cash from suspected drug sales. Jordan was charged with Criminal Possession of Narcotics with Intent to Sell, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, speeding and several other related charges, Jordan was arraigned and released after being issued appearance tickets returnable to the City of Binghamton Court.

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64 year old Johannes Vulto of Vulto Creamery LLC in Walton, was sentenced in federal court on July 9 for his company’s connection to a listeriosis outbreak from the cheese they produced & sold in in 2016 and 2017 that resulted in the death of 2 people and 8 hospitalizations. Vulto was sentenced to 3 years probation and ordered to pay a $100,000 fine, along with 240 hours of mandated community services. Vulto Creamery went out of business after the listeria issue.

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The State DOT will host a public information meeting from 5 pm. to 7 pm. on Tuesday, July 16, pertaining to a proposed project along State Route 23 and State Route 28 in the Town of Oneonta, that may begin in the spring of 2026. The project will enhance safety, traffic flow and pedestrian accommodations State Route 23 Southside, The meeting will be held at the Southside Mall Community Room.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-9-24

by wcdonews Posted on July 9, 2024

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-9-24

37 year old Paul Fontana, Jr. of Delhi pleaded guilty to Attempted Criminal Possession of a Weapon in Delaware County Court Monday. Fontana appeared for a scheduled suppression hearing, prior to the hearing, he pleaded guilty in order to satisfy an indictment which alleged that Fontana had illegally possessed 10 or more firearms, including “ghost guns” in his home. The Village of Delhi Police and the Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded after a complaint was lodged that Fontana was making threats to harm himself and others. Fontana will be sentenced to serve 6 years in state prison, and an additional 5 years of post-release supervision.

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The Nate Lull Scholarship Fundraising Golf Tournament raised a record breaking amount of money in Franklin this past weekend, Lull told WCDO News how much money they raised:

(Nate Lull 7-9-24)

More information about the scholarship & future fundraising opportunities will be on NateLull.com

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A different kind of Comedy Show will be at the Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta this weekend, spokesman Geoff Doyle visited WCDO this morning & described the next show:

(Geoff Doyle 7-9-24)

Tickets & more information about future shows can be found at foothillspac.org or by calling (607) 431-2080.

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State Police arrested 72 year old Thomas Jacobson of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for DWI & Reckless Driving. Troopers received information that a vehicle was traveling the wrong way on State Route 17, they located the vehicle, traveling eastbound in the westbound lanes near Deposit. Troopers attempted to flag down the driver from the opposite lanes but were unable to gain his attention, Jacobson stopped near mile marker 274 in the town of Sanford when another vehicle blocked the roadway. Jacobson was arrested, his BAC was .17%. He was issued appearance tickets to the Sanford Town Court on August 2nd.

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Otsego County Public Health will hold a free rabies vaccination clinic for dogs, cats & ferrets this evening, at Clifton Park in Unadilla, the clinic will run from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 7-9-24

On July 3, State Police conducted an Underage Drinking Initiative in Chenango and Otsego Counties. During the initiative, 10 businesses were checked for compliance. All ten were found in compliance and did not sell any alcohol to the underage operative, in Norwich, Oxford, Greene, Smithville Flats & Morris. During these investigations, businesses are checked utilizing a Trooper in plain clothes and one or several underage operatives who cannot lie about their age or provide a false date of birth. State police also announced that 22 people were arrested for DWI, from June 28th to July 5th in Troop c.

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The Delaware County Fair returns in August to the Fairgrounds in Walton, Spokesman Jason Craig said that the expanded entertainment area allows for several new activities this year:

(Jason Craig 7-9-24)

The 137th Delaware County Fair will be from August 12th to the 17th, more information is available at delawarecountyfair.org.

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Delaware County Solid Waste Department announced that sign ups are already underway for the next Clean Sweep event, spokesman Tyson Robb explains:

(Tyson Robb 7-9-24)

Robb said that telephone registration will be Register by Telephone from September 1st – September 15th, additional information is available at co.delaware.ny.us.

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Tourism in New York state has grown post-pandemic but employment in tourism-related industries remains 4.3% below pre-pandemic levels, according to State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. The report found strong increases in domestic and international travelers to the state, visitors flocked to outdoor destinations, with attendance at state parks 9.1% higher in 2023 than 2020. During the pandemic, New York lost $10.9 billion in economic activity from travel and tourism, but by 2023, had fully recovered, and was $792 million higher than in 2019. Tourism generated $34 billion in direct economic activity and provided almost 417,000 jobs statewide in 2023, ranking New York second behind California in tourism.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Oneonta today from 10 am. – 3 pm., at Springbrook, 105 Campus Drive. To make an appointment, go to the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-8-24

by wcdonews Posted on July 8, 2024

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-8-24

Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35 year old Joseph Clary of Oneonta for Sex Offender Failure to Notify Change of Address. Clary was charged following an investigation in to a registered sex offender failing to abide by the State Sex Offender Registry, he had relocated from his residence in the Town of Oneonta in March of 2024 and did not make the proper notifications to authorities, he was processed and was remanded to the Otsego County Correctional Facility to await arraignment.

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51 year old John Wilson of Binghamton was sentenced as a 2nd time felony offender in Broome County Court to 8 years in State Prison, followed by 3 years of post-release supervision for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. The sentencing followed a jury trial in April where a jury was empaneled, and opening statements were delivered, shortly before the first witness was called, Wilson opted to enter a guilty plea. Wilson was arrested in January of 2023, after the Broome County Special Investigations Unit executed a narcotics search warrant at the storefront located at 42 Clinton Street in the City of Binghamton, they seized cocaine and fentanyl, a digital scale and packaging material.

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48 year old Edward Monk of Binghamton was sentenced last week in Broome County Court to 3.5 years to 7 years in State Prison for Attempted Arson & Aggravated Harassment of an Employee by Inmate. On December 9th, 2023 Monk set fire to 2 trucks at a Mirabito gas station on Upper Front Street. On March 15, 2024, while incarcerated at Broome County Jail, Monk threw a cup of urine at forensic workers and a corrections sergeant.

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The annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament is only days away in Downtown Norwich, Macker Organizer Tom Revoir said that they still need volunteers for a variety of tasks:

(Tom Revoir 7-8-24)

Revoir said that prospective volunteers can sign up at the Front Desk at the Norwich YMCA or they can call to get more information at 607-336-9622 extension 0.

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UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich is relaunching it’s summer career exploration program for students entering 8th or 9th grade, UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital spokesman Gary Root explains:

(Gary Root 7-8-234)

Root said that the 2-day day camp will take place on Thursday, August 15 and Friday, August 16, any students interested in attending must fill out an application and submit an essay by Friday, July 22, more information is available at 607-373-0570 or (607) 337-4151.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-8-24

On July 3rd, Norwich Police Department received an emergency call about a Burglary in progress on Westcott Street in the City of Norwich. Officers responded and took 26 year old Adam Ferguson of Norwich into custody, he was charged with 2nd degree Burglary, Criminal Mischief & Criminal Trespass. Police reported that the woman called & said that an unknown male was climbing a ladder from her backyard and was trying to enter her 3rd floor apartment & tried to force open a door & enter. Officers found Ferguson still on the ladder. Norwich Police Chief Reuben Roach stated that Ferguson is on Parole for felony assault on a police officer in 2020, he was remanded to the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office on $25,000 bail.

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25 year old Sean Gillespie of Bovina pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in Delaware County Court last week. Gillespie appeared in County Court on July 1st for a conference on his pending indictment, After the conference, he pleaded guilty, he admitted that on March 13th in the Village of Delhi, he possessed a quantity of fentanyl with intent to sell, he will be sentenced to 3 years in state prison, followed by 1 year of post release supervision, he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility pending final sentencing.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 43 year old Chad Walters of Bainbridge for failing to abide by the State Sex Offender Registry, by failing to report an address change & Failing to Complete the Annual Verification. Walters had relocated from the Town of Otego in the beginning of 2024. State Troopers located Walters last week, he was processed on an arrest warrant as well as the new charges and was being held in the Otsego County Correctional Facility for future court action.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 20 year old Howayne Gayle of Hartwick, for Menacing & Harassment following a domestic dispute in the Town of Hartwick. Gayle is accused of threatening the victim with a pair of scissors during the dispute, he was taken into custody and transported to the Sheriff’s Office, he was processed & was then turned over to the jail to await future court action.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-2-24

by wcdonews Posted on July 2, 2024

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-2-24

Two Delaware County campgrounds sustained damages when straight-line winds, also known as a micro-burst, rolled through Cooks Falls on Sunday June 30th around 10:30 AM. Delaware County Spokesperson Shelly Johnson Bennett told WCDO news about the damages:

(Shelly Johnson-Bennett 7-2-24)

Johnson Bennett said that the deceased woman has been identified as Carol Luistro of Edison New Jersey, there were a few other people who suffered minor injuries, she also said that the National Weather Service Damage Assessment Team investigated the affected areas Sunday evening, they reported that it was part of a band of thunderstorms that impacted eastern Delaware and western Sullivan Counties on Sunday morning.

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42 year old Thomas Mould of Stamford was indicted for Criminal Sexual Act, Forcible Touching and Endangering the Welfare of a Child by the Delaware County Grand Jury on June 27th. Mould is accused of engaging in sexual conduct with a victim less than 17 years old in Stamford on June 22nd, Forcible Touched the intimate parts of another person, and he did knowingly act in a manner likely to be injurious to the physical mental or moral welfare of a child. Mould faces the potential of being sentenced to life in prison if he is convicted and sentenced as a persistent felony offender.

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People waited in line Saturday on main Street in Oneonta to purchase tattoos, with the money going to the Delaware Valley Humane Society, Shelter Director Erin Insinga said that the response & the donation was overwhelming:

(Erin Insinga 7-2-24)

Insinga said that there are 2 more fundraisers this Saturday July 6th, one is a Bake Sale for All Animals Matter from 9:00 Am to 3:00 PM at Tractor Supply in Sidney & the other a a bottle & Can Drive for the Delaware Valley Humane Society, where people can drop off bottle & cans Saturday at the Shelter in Sidney from 9:00 Am to 2:00 PM, local pick ups can be arranged by calling the shelter at 607-563-7780 or by messaging them on their Facebook page, the recyclables will be hauled away by Krazy

8 Redemption.

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State Police arrested 67 year old Eric Halstead of Candor, for Corrupting the Government & 3rd degree Grand Larceny, following an investigation by State Police with the Office of the State Comptroller. An investigation revealed that over several years while Halstead was Mayor of the Village of Candor, he withdrew over $23,000 dollars in cash from a Village account for personal use, Halstead replaced approximately $19-thousand dollars but still owes money to the Village of Candor. Halstead was arrested and Arraigned & he was released on his own recognizance and scheduled to appear in the Candor Town Court on August 5th.

A.M. News Tuesday 7-2-24

State Police responded to a report of a domestic dispute on County Highway 47 in the town of Oneonta. 37 year old Timothy White of Oneonta was in possession of long guns and a victim was fearful of White’s past actions that could lead to further harm. While issuing an Extreme Risk Protection Order, Troopers observed numerous firearms and narcotics related items which further resulted in a search warrant of White’s residence, where Police seized methamphetamines, heroin, pills, scales, packaging materials & 2 rifles with defaced serial numbers White was charged with multiple counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Criminal Possession of a Weapon, he was arraigned & was remanded on $50,000 cash or $100,000 property bond.

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State Police were dispatched to Thursday to Jericho Road in the town of Bainbridge to a suspicious male and vehicle parked in the driveway of a residence where he didn’t belong. While attempting to interview the uncooperative driver, Troopers smelled an odor of an alcoholic beverage. 28 year old Jacob Roach of Frankfort was arrested, Troopers discovered that the vehicle was stolen from a lot in Binghamton, Roach was charged with DWI, Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, Obstructing Governmental Administration, Obstructing Emergency Medical Services, Roach was transported to the Chenango County Jail for Centralized Arraignment.

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An Investigation by the State Attorney General’s Office will begin shortly, following the shooting by Utica Police of a 13 year old Friday night. Utica’s Crime Prevention Unit conducted a stop of two juveniles related to an ongoing investigation, one of them fled on foot and displayed what appeared to officers to be a handgun, an un-named officers discharged his weapon and shot the teen, who succumbed to his injuries at an area hospital.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-1-24

by wcdonews Posted on July 2, 2024

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-1-24

A SINGLE ENGINE PLANE CRASHED YESTERDAY AFTERNOON IN A WOODED AREA NEAR TROUT CREEK IN THE TOWN OF MASONVILLE. IT HAS BEEN LEARNED THAT A FAMILY OF 5 ALL DIED IN THE CRASH. THE FAMILY WAS IN COOPERSTOWN FOR A BASEBALL TOURNAMENT AND WERE RETURNING HOME TO THEIR HOME STATE OF GEORGIA. OVER 20 DIFFERENT EMERGENCY CREWS SEARCHED FOR THE PLANE YESTERDAY BEFORE DEBRIS WAS FINALLY LOCATED IN A HEAVILY WOODED AREA NEAR LAKE CECIL ROAD AND HERRICK HOLLOW ROAD NORTH OF TROUT CREEK. THE DECEASED WERE IDENTIFIED AS 76 YEAR OLD ROGER BEGGS, 43 YEAR OLD LAURA VAN EPPS, 42 YEAR OLD RYAN VAN EPPS AND THEIR TWO SONS, 12 YEAR OLD JAMES VAN EPPS AND 10 YEAR OLD HARRISON VAN EPPS. SEARCH TEAMS USED A HELICOPTER, DRONES AND ATV’S TO LOCATE THE CRASH SCENE. THE FAA AND THE NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD, ALONG WITH THE NEW YORK STATE POLICE ARE INVESTIGATING THE CRASH.

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AREA STUDENTS WILL HAVE AGAIN HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO EXPLORE CAREER OPTIONS IN HEALTHCARE DURING A TWO DAY SUMMER CAMP IN AUGUST. THE PROGRAM IS HOSTED BY UHS CHENANGO MEMORIAL HOSPITAL IN NORWICH AND WILL PROVIDE STUDENTS A CHANCE FOR HANDS-ON AND EXPERIMENTAL LEARNING ACROSS A NUMBER OF HOSPITAL DEPARTMENTS. PROGRAM COORDINATOR, BECKY YACANO SAID THE PROGRAM WAS HALTED DURING THE PANDEMIC AND THEY ARE EXCITED FOR IT TO RESUME. THE PROGRAM IS DESIGNED FOR STUDENTS ENTERING 8TH & 9TH GRADES. THERE IS NO COST, BUT SPACE IS LIMITED. STUDENTS MUST FILL OUT AN APPLICATION AND SUBMIT AN ESSAY BY JULY 22ND TO BE CONSIDERED. FOR INFORMATION, CONTACT BRIAN DAY BY CALLING 607-337-4151.

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THE COLORSCAPE CHENANGO ARTS FESTIVAL IN NORWICH WILL CELEBRATE IT’S 30TH ANNIVERSARY IN SEPTEMBER. THIS YEAR’S FESTIVAL WILL FEATURE 116 ARTISTS INCLUDING 22 FIRST TIME EXHIBITORS. COLORSCAPE WILL ALSO HAVE THREE STAGES WITH MUSICAL PERFORMERS, STORYTELLERS, JUGGLERS AND MORE. COLORSCAPE CHENANGO WILL BE HELD SEPTEMBER 7TH & 8TH THIS YEAR IN EAST AND WEST PARKS IN DOWNTOWN NORWICH.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-1-24

Chenango County residents can begin signing up today for the next Household Hazardous Waste Collection day to be held on August 10th at the Chenango County Highway Garage on Rexford Street in Norwich. David Blackman of Chenango DPW told WCDO News what will be accepted this year:

(David Blackman 7-1-24)

Blackman said that they will not accept ammunition, asbestos, Compressed gasses, explosive materials, radioactive waste or batteries, sign ups and more information is available at 607-337-1792.

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Fox Hospital’s FoxCare Center is hosting a blood drive with the American Red Cross today from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 pm, in the Conference Room 1 at FoxCare Center. Appointments are available and walk-ins are welcome. Appointments may be made by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS, visiting redcrossblood.org, or using the American Red Cross Blood Donor App.

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The Development Chenango Corporation of Commerce Chenango was recently awarded a $600,000 grant as part of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative to be specifically used for the Downtown Norwich Small Project Grant Fund. The grants will allow for businesses to invest in the physical appearance of their building, after the construction is complete and after a review, the grant funds will be awarded. More information is available at 607-334-1400.

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The Susquehanna SPCA is accepting donations, following several large scale rescues of animals living in deplorable conditions in the region. Those seeking to donate can make a check payable to Susquehanna SPCA at PO Box 267, State Route 28 Cooperstown NY 13326.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 6-28-24

by wcdonews Posted on June 28, 2024

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-28-24

Saturday Graduations will be held through the WCDO Listening area tomorrow. Ceremonies will be held at 9:00 AM in Harpursville, 10:00 AM in Sidney, Unadilla Valley, Delaware Academy, Walton, & Greene, 10:45 in Oneonta, 11:00 AM for Roxbury & Oxford Academy, 1:00 PM at South Kortright & 7:00 PM for Bainbridge Guilford.

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Governor Kathy Hochul announced today that June 29-30 is a free fishing weekend in New York State. During free fishing days, the fishing license requirement is waived for freshwater fishing on New York’s waters, & people are permitted to fish for free without a fishing license, all other fishing regulations remain in effect. DEC’s Places to Fish webpages are a source of information when planning a fishing trip, go to the DEC’s official app, HuntFishNY.

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The 2nd Annual Edimeister Brats, Birdies & Brews Golf Open will be held on Saturday August 3rd at the Oneonta Country Club, to raise money for the Oneonta Dollars For Scholars program, in honor of the late Eddie Hofbauer, who owned the Alpine Ski Hut in Oneonta for many years, his daughter Heidi Hofbauer Buzzy explains:

(Heidi Hofbauer Buzzy 6-28-24)

More information about sponsorships, donations or registration can be directed to Heidi at 607-316-1413.

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The Chenango County Health Department will hold a rabies vaccination clinic for Dogs, Cats & Ferrets tomorrow at the Village of Oxford DPW on Water Street. The clinic will be held from 9:00 Am to 10:30 AM, Pre-registration is required at 607-337-1673, a $5 donation is suggested.

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The Chenango County Historical Society will start the inaugural season of the “Saturday Summer Series” starting tomorrow at 10:30 am & continuing each Saturday morning at 45 Rexford Street in Norwich, for more information, visit ChenangoHistorical.org or call (607) 334-9227, ext. 2.

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State Senator Peter Oberacker will hold a fundraising Barbecue today, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. The event will be held at the Senator’s headquarters on Route 7 in Schenevus.

A.M. NEWS Friday 6-28-24

Graduation Ceremonies will be held at several area School Districts today. Gilbertsville-Mount Upton will have theirs at 5:30, Milford at 6:00 PM, Sherburne-Earlville at 6:00 PM at Colgate University, Charlotte Valley & Windsor at 6:30 PM, at 7:00 PM, Graduation Exercises will be held for seniors of Afton, Andes, Edmeston, Franklin, Hancock, Norwich, Deposit, Morris & Otselic Valley.

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On Tuesday morning, a State Trooper in Bainbridge attempted to initiate a traffic stop but the operator failed to comply, a short time later, the Trooper observed the vehicle had struck a pole, a tree, damaged a yard and the vehicle had caught on fire & the driver fled the scene, Troopers located 39 year old Peter Puglisi of Unadilla, in the afternoon at an address on County Road 38 in the town of Bainbridge. Puglisi was arrested and issued appearance tickets for Criminal Mischief and Unlawfully Fleeing a Police Office in a Motor Vehicle, he is scheduled to appear in Bainbridge Town Court on July 15th.

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Troopers were dispatched to the report of children locked inside a hot vehicle and screaming at the Oneonta Walmart parking lot on a 99 degree day. The children were exhibiting signs of distress from the heat, Good Samaritans gave the children water, they were removed from the car and were taken to Fox Hospital & 39 year old Kurtis Carpel of Mount Upton, NY was charged with 2 counts of Reckless Endangerment and 3 counts of Aggravated Driving While Impaired with Child as Passenger after an investigation revealed that he was impaired. Carpel was taken to Otsego County Jail for Centralized Processing and Arraignment.

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The State Department of Transportation is advising motorists to expect traffic crossovers and lane reductions between exits 18 and 19 on Interstate 88 in the towns of Maryland and Worcester, for pavement rehabilitation work, starting today through October 31st. Eastbound motorists will be crossed over to the westbound side and traffic will be reduced one lane in each direction separated by a concrete barrier.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Oneonta from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Elks Lodge on Chestnut Street., Appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.  

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 6-27-24

by wcdonews Posted on June 27, 2024

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 6-27-24

Fireworks Over The Fairgrounds returns to the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich on July 4th, Promoter Terry Potter of Millennia Entertainment explains:

(Terry Potter 6-27-24)

Tickets are available online at eventbrite.com, activities will begin at 4:00 PM.

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WCDO Sports Director Nate Lull announced that his scholarship foundation has given out $14,000 in scholarship money to area seniors this he, he mentioned who will receive the funding:

(Nate Lull 6-27-24)

Lull will hold his annual scholarship Golf Tournament will be held on July 7th at the Ouleout Creek Golf Course in Franklin, teams that have not signed up can get on the waiting list, more information is available at NateLull.com.

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30 year old Joseph Swarts of Binghamton was sentenced in Broome County Court Wednesday to 4.5 years in State Prison, followed by 2 years of post-release supervision for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. On May 4, 2023, after a traffic stop and investigation by the Binghamton Police Department Community Response Team, Swarts was discovered to have methamphetamine in his possession.

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Motor vehicle fatalities in New York state rose 25.8% from 2019-2022, the highest level in a decade, as the number of vehicle miles travelled, licensed drivers, and traffic accidents have declined, according to a report by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. There were 1,175 traffic fatalities in New York in 2022, which was the highest number since 2013. This increase coincides with a 7% decrease in vehicle miles travelled and a 12.5% decline in traffic accidents in New York in this period. Regionally, the North County had the highest per capita fatality rate in 2022 at 12.9 per 100,000 people.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 6-27-24

U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer visited Awestruck Ciders in Sidney yesterday, vowing to overturn the “Bubble Tax”, which has kept the local cideries from adding other flavored ciders that would have carbonation levels or “Bubbles” like champagne, that would be costly in taxes:

(Schumer 6-27-24)

Schumer said that the dropping of the Bubble tax would mean millions of dollars to the New York economy, from the fast growing Cider industry, he will introduce the legislation when he returns to Washington.

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Congressman Marc Molinaro’s constituent service team will hold mobile office hours from 11:00am to 1:00pm today at the Greene Village Hall, constituents will be able to connect with representatives from Rep. Molinaro’s office to share comments and resolve issues they are having with federal agencies like the VA, IRS, and Social Security Administration.

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The Chenango County Historical Society will host the annual Summer Barn Party tonight from 6:00 to 8:30 pm at 41 Rexford Street in Norwich, Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin explains:

(Jessica Moquin 6-27-24)

Moquin said that tickets are available right up to the start of the party in Norwich this evening.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-26-24

by wcdonews Posted on June 26, 2024

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-26-24

The Southern Tier Music Fest is fast approaching on July 6th at the Sidney Municipal Airport, there are General Admission Tickets left according to Teri Schunk of 4Towns Forward & The Sidney Chamber of Commerce:

(Teri Schunk 6-26-24)

Sidney Village Mayor Ray Baker said that there are some rules for this event on Village Property & it will be advantageous to the village:

(Ray Baker 6-26-24)

More information is available at southerntiermusicfest.com.

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On June 19th, State Police conducted an Underage Drinking Initiative in Chenango County. During the initiative, 13 businesses in Norwich & Sherburne were checked for compliance, all 13 were found in compliance and did not sell any alcohol to the underage operative. During these investigations, businesses are checked utilizing a Trooper in plain clothes and one or several underage operatives who cannot lie about their age or provide a false date of birth.

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Tuesday was Primary day in New York State, there were not many primary races in the Tri-County, for democrats in the 102nd Assembly District, Janet Tweed defeated Mary Finneran by a vote of 1779 to 1,696. The 102nd District takes up a large portions of Delaware & Otsego Counties.

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23 year old Elijah Gibson of Endicott, pleaded guilty Monday in Broome County Court to Criminal Possession of a Weapon. Gibson will spend 5 years in New York State Prison, followed by 3 years of post-release supervision. On December 30th, in Endicott, Gibson possessed a loaded and operable 9mm firearm. Gibson is due back in court for sentencing on September 25th.

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State Police will be holding a Child Passenger Car Safety Seat Check today, as State Law requires that all children must be restrained in an appropriate child restraint system while riding in a motor vehicle until they reach their 8th birthday. Troopers will be available from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at the Broome County Fairgrounds in Whitney Point.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 6-26-24

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a fatal, two car motor vehicle accident yesterday morning on State Highway 28 in the Town of Meredith. 45 year old Marsha Rotella of Delhi was traveling on State Highway 28 when she was attempted to pass a 2nd vehicle, operated by 46 year old Jamie Navarro of Pembroke Pines, Florida, an approaching, uninvolved vehicle caused Rotella to steer back into the southbound lane & she hit the Navarro vehicle, lost control, she skidded off the roadway and overturned, Rotella was ejected from the vehicle, she was pronounced dead at the scene.

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The Democratic incumbent President Joe Biden leads the Republican predecessor Donald Trump 47%-39% among registered voters in New York State, according to a recent Siena College poll. New York State Voters have not favored a Republican for President since Ronald Reagan in 1984.

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The U.S. Department of Labor found A.W. Stiles Contractors of McMinnville, Tennessee failed to provide 4 workers with effective fall protection, following an investigation, into a fatal fall of a worker in Smyrna, last December, The workers were replacing an aluminum standing seam roof on a building at Baillie Lumber Company, OSHA also found that A.W. Stiles did not train employees on fall hazards & respiratory hazards were not evaluated, Stiles also failed to ensure workers were medically able to use respirators. A.W. Stiles was cited for 8 violations, with a total of $83,885 in penalties.

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American Red Cross Blood Drives will continue today, one will be held from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Delhi Alliance Church, another will be in Oneonta, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Hunt College Union at SUNY Oneonta, Appointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.  

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