WCDO NEWS MONDAY 4-25-22

by wcdonews Posted on April 25, 2022

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-25-22

Oneonta Fire Fighters, with assistance from Laurens & other area departments, responded to a fire this weekend at 452 West Street. No injuries have been reported, firefighters needed to return last night when the fire rekindled.

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State Police arrested 27-year-old Vincent Cavalieri from Schenevus after he was involved in an incident that occurred on September 12 in 2020 in Camden. Cavalieri was off-duty from the Otsego County Sheriff’s Department when he accidentally discharged his personally owned firearm in his pants pocket, resulting in the injury of a 10-year-old girl and her mother. Both victims were treated for minor injuries and released. Cavalieri was charged with Reckless Endangerment, he is currently employed as a police officer in Cooperstown. Cavalieri was arraigned in Oneida County Court and was released on his own recognizance. He is scheduled to appear back in Oneida County Court Wednesday.

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State Police reported that 2 separate accidents occurred on State Route 8 in the town of Deposit Thursday. State Police were dispatched to a tractor trailer on its side Thursday afternoon, where the driver went off the roadway onto a soft shoulder and the vehicle flipped onto its side, spilling wood chips. No injuries were reported. Police reported that 1 lane was shut down for clean-up when a truck struck low hanging wires with its trailer, the truck was not damaged during the incident and no injuries were reported. but Route 8 was closed for several hours because of the downed power lines and clean up.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Walton woman for driving with a suspended license. Deputies responded Sunday to a 2-car accident on State Highway 10 in the Town of Hamden, 1 vehicle was against the guardrails and that the other vehicle had left the scene. Deputies located the vehicle that had left the scene at a nearby residence & identified the driver as 29-year-old Kassondra Pierce of Walton, who had her driving privileges suspended. Pierce was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Unlicensed Operator and Leaving the Scene of a Property Damage Accident, she was released & was ordered to appear in Town of Hamden Court at a later date.

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The Sidney Veterans Memorial Park Golf Tournament & Fundraiser will be held In Sidney On June 11th, with registration starting at 8:00 AM. Organizer Tom Ruff explains:

(Tom Ruff 4-25-22)

More information is available by calling Ruff at 518-256-7899, or by email to truff@twc.com

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A.M. NEWS Monday 4-25-22

Binghamton Mayor Jared Kraham offered a $10,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in an ongoing investigation into the fatal shooting of a 12-year-old Aliza Spencer Thursday night on the city’s East Side. Binghamton Police reported that Spencer was walking with her father and brother near their home shortly after 10:00 Thursday night when she was struck in the chest by a bullet.

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Animal Adoptions traditionally slow up in Spring, so Delaware Valley Humane Society Executive Director Erin Insinga decided that she will bring an adoptable animals to various locations over the next 2 months, she told WCDO News how this will be done:

(Erin Insinga 4-25-22)

Insinga will start tomorrow, with Facebook Live videos from each day’s locations, she will appear at the WCDO Studios on May 4th.

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Sidney Police Department arrested an individual 29 year old Bret Vanvalkenburgh of Bainbridge Wednesday, who was wanted on 3 active bench warrants, 2 from 2 separate petty larceny investigations and one for an open fire during the burn ban. Vanvalkenburgh failed to appear in court on those charges, he was arraigned on all counts in Village of Sidney Court where he was released on his own recognizance to appear back in court at a later date.

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A.O. Fox Hospital’s Carson Lecture Series program continues tonight with “TB and COVID-19: A Tale of Two Pandemics,” presented by Doctor Richard Chaisson, professor of medicine at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Tuberculosis Research. The presentation will be held tonight at the Foothills Performing Arts center on Market Street in Oneonta, starting at 7:30 pm., it is FREE and open to the public.

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The Norwich Downtown Revitalization Initiative’s Local Planning Committee’s 4th meeting will be held virtually on ZOOM at 3:00 PM today. The purpose of this meeting is to continue the Committee’s discussion and review of potential projects for inclusion in Norwich’s Strategic Investment Plan. The meeting is open to all members of the public, with time reserved at the end of the meeting for public comment. The ZOOM link can be accessed on the WCDO Facebook page.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 4-22-22

by wcdonews Posted on April 22, 2022

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-22-22

Binghamton City Police are investigating the fatal shooting of a 12 year old Aliza Spencer Thursday Night. The shooting happened on Bigelow Street just south of East Frederick Street around 10 pm. Thursday night. Anyone with information regarding the shooting is asked to call the Binghamton Police Department at 772-7080.

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Otsego County Health Department reported today that that county is now at a MEDIUM COVID-19 Community Level for transmission. The County reported 26 New cases today with 3 hospitalizations and a 10.0% 7 day positivity rate. More information is available at otsegocounty.com.

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Dry Ice has been made available to the Norwich Fire Department today, Norwich Fire Chief Jan Papelino explains:

(Norwich Fire Chief Jan Papelino 4-22-22)

NYSEG reports that just under 5000 Chenango County Residents are still without power today.

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Volunteer fire departments across New York will open their doors this weekend as part of the 13th annual RecruitNY weekend, to help increase membership in local volunteer fire departments. Tom Vail of the Afton Fire Department comments:

(Tom Vail 4-22-22)

The Unadilla Fire Department will hold their Open House on both days this weekend, according to 1st Assistant Fire Chief Jeremy Johnson:

(Jeremy Johnson 4-22-22)

The Bainbridge Fire Department will be holding an Open House Saturday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Bainbridge EMT Roger Barnhart comments:

(Roger Barnhart 4-22-22)

More information about what fire departments are participating on April 23rd can go to Recruitny.org, or go to their fire department’s website.

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The Sidney Community Cultural Center will have another Comedy Night Saturday night in Downtown Sidney, Spokesperson Teri Schunk explains:

(Teri Schunk 4-22-22)

Schunk said that the Comedy Nights at the Community Cultural center will begin again in the fall.

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Today through April 30th Bassett Healthcare Network is holding its annual Drug Take Back Week, where people can bring any unneeded, unwanted and expired medications for safe disposal. Bassett has special collection kiosks at the Outpatient Pharmacies in Cooperstown, the FoxCare Center in Oneonta & at O’Connor Hospital in Delhi as well as the AO Fox Hospital lobby, AO Fox Tri-Town Hospital lobby in Sidney.

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Otsego County Conservation Association and Brewery Ommegang will hold their 2nd Drive Through, Drop Off Recycling Event on Saturday, at Brewery Ommegang from 12pm-3pm. Accepted items include Styrofoam, corks, cellphones and used toothpaste tubes, pre-registration is required at occainfo.org/earth-festival.

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New Yorkers enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will receive the maximum allowable level of food benefits for April. All households participating in SNAP—including those already at the maximum level of benefits —will receive a supplemental allotment this month, for more information, go to otda.ny.gov.

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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli announced the results of school district audits. Locally, the DCMO BOCES audit showed that officials did not properly monitor and account for fixed assets. 32 of the assets valued at $64,300 were not properly accounted for, and others worth $47,500 did not have required asset tags, were not on the inventory lists and/or had incorrect or no location noted on the inventory list.

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The Jericho Arts Council will have Zink & Company return to the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater Saturday Night at 7:00 PM. Doors open at 6:00 PM & reserve tickets are available at 607-288-3882.

A.M. NEWS Friday 4-22-22

NYSEG reported that over 8800 customers were still without power this morning in the Tr-County Region, crews continue to work to restore the power as soon as possible.

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2 people were injured & 3 dogs died in a house fire last night on Earls Road in Hartwick. The fire before 6:00 PM, 3 people lived in the home, 2 were sent to Bassett Hospital with smoke inhalation and 1 had minor burns. Firefighters from Hartwick, Fly Creek, Milford, Mt. Vision and Cooperstown responded, the cause is under investigation.

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The American Red Cross is experiencing a blood shortage due to the cancellation of blood drives and has issued an emergency request for all blood types. A Blood Drive is scheduled today at the A.O. Fox Tri-Town Campus in Sidney between 1:30 PM and 6:30PM in Conference Room N-112. Appointments may be made at redcrossblood.org, bassett.org or by calling 1-800-RedCross.

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Sidney Police Department arrested 29 year old Edward Petti of Oneonta on a bench warrant issued by the Village of Sidney Court, for failing to appear in court. When officers attempted to make contact with Petti, he fled on a bicycle, leading officers on a pursuit. Petti was charged on the Bench warrant plus Obstruction of governmental administration & Resisting arrest, he was arraigned in Village of Sidney Court where he was released on his own recognizance to appear back in court at a later date.

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Congressman Antonio Delgado will visit SUNY Delhi today at 1:45 pm, to meet with campus leaders, students, and members of the School of Applied Technologies.

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A panel of appellate judges ruled that state Democrats engaged in gerrymandering when drawing new congressional district boundaries for the next decade. In a 3-2 ruling, the majority found the congressional map was unconstitutional. If upheld, the ruling would block the use of those district lines for the upcoming midterm elections in November. The court found Democratic lawmakers acted within their power to approve the maps, after a bipartisan redistricting commission failed to do so earlier this year.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 4-21-22

by wcdonews Posted on April 21, 2022

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-21-22

Chenango County Emergency Services & NYSEG will distribute bottled water & dry ice this afternoon, according to Coordinator Matt Beckwith:

(Matt Beckwith 4-21-22)

Beckwith said that any distributions tomorrow will depend on how quickly NYSEG gets power restored to Chenango County Residents.

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The Otsego County Department of Emergency Services announced that Dry ice and bottled water will be available for pick up this evening at the Unadilla fire station and the West Exeter fire station from 6 PM – 9 PM or while supplies last. They also announced that the Emergency shelter at the Armory in will cease operations tomorrow, at 12 Noon. The Clark’s Sports Center will remain open until further notice. Edmeston Central School will be open this evening from 5:00M – 9 PM for Edmeston residents to come and get warm, get a hot meal and a hot shower.

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4Towns Forward will hold their Community Yard Sales Saturday, spokesperson Teri Schunk told WCDO news where people will be set up:

(Teri Schunk 4-21-22)

The event runs from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm in Afton, Bainbridge, Sidney & Unadilla.

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SFCU announced that they have expanded its field of membership to an additional 4 counties, they are Onondaga, Cortland, Essex and Hamilton counties. SFCU Vice President of Sales & Marketing Andrew Smith told WCDO News how this happened:

(Andrew Smith 4-21-22)

Smith said that people in the 4 Counties can take advantage of SFCU Memberships immediately, future locations of new facilities have not yet been determined, more information on SFCU can be found at www.sfcuonline.org.

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Friends of Rogers Environmental Education Center is hosting an Earth Fair today through Saturday at the Rogers Center in Sherburne, Spokesperson Heather Tehan explains:

(Heather Tehan 4-12-22)

Tehan said that the Friends of Rogers Visitor Center will have all of the activities, Seasonal hours of the Visitor Center are from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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40 organizations in the region were awarded grants totaling $287,684 from the Community Foundation for South Central New York. Funded Organizations included museums, theater groups, libraries, human service agencies, animal welfare organizations, chambers of commerce, food banks, housing programs, and public safety agencies and other nonprofits, municipalities, and school districts. More information about the Foundation can be found on its website at www.donorswhocare.org.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-21-22

Attorney General Letitia James distributed the 1st round of payments from the opioid settlements to the Southern Tier. In 2022, the Southern Tier will receive a total of $4.8 million, from the $1.5 billion settlement Attorney General James secured with the manufacturers and distributors of opioids for prevention efforts. Later this year, the Southern Tier will receive additional payments from the settlements with Endo Health Solutions, Janssen Pharmaceuticals, and Allergan. Locally Broome County receives $1.6 Million dollars, Chenango County, $308,000, Delaware County: $327,000.

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The Board of Trustees of Hartwick College announced today that they have selected Darren Reisberg, executive vice president and chief strategy officer at the Joyce Foundation, as the College’s 11th president, he will take office on August 1, replacing Dr. Margaret Drugovich, who announced her retirement earlier this after serving as Hartwick College President for 14 years.

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The Binghamton Great Race Committee announced that the participants will be in Binghamton on Sunday afternoon, June 19th. The Great Race is a cross-country, vintage car timed rally, more information is available at greatrace.com.

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Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond awarded Deputy Samantha Acuna with the Sheriff’s Superstar Award for meritorious service while in the performance of duty. On April 8th, Deputy Acuna was dispatched to a “routine” welfare check following a call to 911 with an “open line”. Upon gaining entrance to the residence, Deputy Acuna found a male victim suffering from an apparent stroke, rendered first aid and immediately called for medical assistance, and likely saved the victim’s life.

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State Police members from Troop C removed 42 impaired drivers from the roadways in the Southern Tier in March. The majority of the charges stem from misdemeanor Driving While Intoxicated charges, several people were charged with other crimes, including robbery, and drug possession.

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42-year-old Jeremie Hoyt of Davenport, New York, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court to 2 counts of sexual exploitation of a child, 2 counts of distribution of child pornography, and 1 count of possession of child pornography. Hoyt is being held pending sentencing scheduled for August 24, 2022, he faces at least 15 years and up to 110 years imprisonment on the charges, and a fine of up to $250,000.

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NYSEG reports that thousands are still without power this morning across the region. Broome County had more than 15,000 customers without power, Chenango County over 9,600, Delaware County over 5300, Otsego County with more than 6300, earlier today.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-20-22

by wcdonews Posted on April 20, 2022

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-20-22

The State of Emergency and Travel Ban for Chenango County and the City of Norwich continues to be in effect today, due to numerous roads still closed due to downed trees & power lines, Chenango County Director of Emergency Services Matt Beckwith gave WCDO News an update this morning:

(Matt Beckwith 4-20-22)

Beckwith said that The Norwich YMCA is operating a shelter, The Smyrna & Coventry Fire Departments are operating as “Warming Stations”, The Norwich High School will be a warming shelter with showers available, Otselic Valley Central school will have overnight shelter, showers & food available, The Sherburne Earlville School has food available for pick up only, The Unadilla Valley School will be open until 7:00 PM for shelter, And NYSEG is making dry ice available at the Fire Departments in Afton, Bainbridge, Greene, Guilford, Norwich & Smyrna.

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NYSEG reported that nearly 100,000 customers were without power, one of the largest power outages ever in the Southern Tier, it may take another day or 2 to fully restore power.

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The Otsego County Office of Emergency Services announced that they have lifted the State of Emergency Declaration, they report that all roads are open, but they urge that motorists drive with extra caution. All Otsego County offices were open today, Emergency Shelters have been set up at the Oneonta Armory, Clark’s Sports Center in Cooperstown, Affected Students at SUNY Oneonta are being sheltered in the Alumni Field House. The Schenevus Fire House has Dry Ice & Bottled Water, Otsego County is working to distribute those items at other locations as it becomes available.

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The Susquehanna SPCA is assisting pet owners without power & heat through its Emergency Boarding Program. Those seeking emergency boarding of their pets will be required to provide all vaccination records, more information is available at (607) 547-8111, extension 108, or by e-mail dyoungs@sqpca.org.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-20-22

The State of Emergency and Travel Ban for Chenango County and the City of Norwich continues to be in effect today, due to numerous roads still closed throughout the County. All County offices and Schools in Chenango County will be closed today, Chenango County Director of Emergency Services Matt Beckwith explains:

(Beckwith 4-20-22)

NYSEG crews continued to work through the night, but thousands are still without power, NYSEG representatives announced that it could take another 24 to 48 hours to fully restore power. The American Red Cross opened 2 overnight shelters last night, for those without power & heat. 1 location was the Deposit Fire Department on 2nd Street, another was at the Trinity Church at 118 Oak Street in Binghamton.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 29 year old Nicole Robinson of Davenport, on an Arrest Warrant issued by the Town of Jefferson Court for Aggravated Harassment and Menacing. State Police learned Saturday that Robinson was staying in a residence in the Town of Davenport, Deputies located and arrested Robinson, she was turned over to State Police, to be arraigned on the arrest warrant, as well as additional charges resulting from the investigation.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 66 year old Clayton Monroe of Hartwick for multiple burglaries in Otsego County. Monroe was charged with 2 counts of Burglary, plus Grand Larceny, Criminal Mischief, 2nd & 3rd degree Assault, Possession of Burglar Tools, after Deputies were dispatched to a burglar alarm activation Sunday, they observed Monroe leaving in a vehicle at a nearby parking lot without lights on, a traffic stop was conducted, and Monroe was arrested. Monroe failed to comply with booking procedures and a corrections officer sustained an injury that required medical attention. Monroe was remanded to the Otsego County Jail, the investigation is on-going and additional charges are expected.

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Delaware County Deputies observed an SUV traveling at 83 miles per hour in a 55 mile per hour zone on State Highway 17 in the Town of Colchester. Deputies arrested 36-year-old Christina Daggett of Central Square, her Driver’s License had been previously revoked for operating without insurance. Daggett was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Unlicensed Operator, Speeding & Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, she was released on an Appearance Ticket, returnable to the Town of Colchester Court at a later date.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 4-19-22

by wcdonews Posted on April 19, 2022

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-19-22

Due to today’s Snowstorm, States of Emergency have been declared in several municipalities. Broome County issued a State of Emergency with a travel ban implemented, in Otsego County a State of Emergency is in effect & all Otsego County office buildings are closed today, they request that people stay off the roads for plows to clear the roads. Chenango County has a State of Emergency, with only emergency personnel allowed on the roads. The Cites of Norwich & Oneonta also declared a State of Emergency with all roads in Norwich closed, & no unnecessary travel in Oneonta.

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NYSEG reported thousands were without power this afternoon from the heavy snow that knocked down trees & power lines. Over 42,000 Broome County residents lost power, over 8,400 in Delaware & over 15,900 in Chenango County each & over 12,900 in Otsego County, crews are working to restore the power as quickly as possible.

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New York State Supreme Court Judge Patrick McAllister, who ruled New York’s election maps were unconstitutional, appointed an expert Monday to redraw the maps. The state has already appealed the ruling, which keeps the original maps in place until a higher court makes a decision. Judge McAllister ordered the state to submit updated maps to Dr. Jonathan Cervas by April 22nd, with the new maps to be finalized by May 24th, the state would pay Cervas $90,000 to do the job.

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The State Department of Health made $965 million in payments to providers, including facilities, for services ordered, prescribed, referred, and attended by practitioners who were not enrolled in the health care program, including those who had been barred due to misconduct, according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. DiNapoli recommended that the Department of Health Review the $965 million in payments for Medicaid claims involving inactive providers and determine an appropriate course of action; Enhance controls to prevent improper payments and Update guidelines to clarify billing requirements.

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Bassett Medical Center Prime Care at 1 Atwell Road in Cooperstown, will be holding COVID-19 vaccine clinics, including 2nd Boosters for those 18 years and older who qualify, Wednesday April 20 and Wednesday April 27 from 8:30 AM to 11AM. The Clinic features all 3 accepted COVID Vaccines, for all established Bassett patients age 18 and up. Appointments are required – Call (607) 547-4625, more information is available at bassett.org/COVID-19.

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Fire fighters from Bainbridge, Coventry, Afton and Sidney responded to a fire at 10 Juliand Street in Bainbridge at 11:00 AM. The occupant Bainbridge P9olice Chief Casey Caratelli & his dog were not injured, the cause of the fire is under investigation, no injuries have been reported.

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The State Labor Department released local unemployment rates fro the month of March, Locally Chenango County had 3.9%, Delaware County 4% and Otsego County 3.9%, the statewide rate was 4.6%.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the state Environmental Facilities Corporation has awarded $638 million in grants to municipalities and public authorities for 199 water infrastructure projects across the state that protect public health or improve water quality. 13 municipal projects have been awarded a 25 percent WIIA grant plus a 25 percent federal additional subsidy to fund 50 percent of the estimated project costs, one of those is the village of Sidney will recieve a total grant award of $1,130,626.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 4-19-22

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a check the welfare of a female subject who had reportedly been parked in a pull off since the evening hours of April 10th. Deputies made contact with 37 year-old Terri Ann Connolly of Walton, Connolly’s driver’s license was suspended, she was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Operating with No Rear License Plate, Improper Plates, Operating Without Insurance, Unregistered & Uninspected Motor Vehicle, she was released on appearance tickets for the Town of Walton Court at a later date.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 4-18-22

by wcdonews Posted on April 18, 2022

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-18-22

The National Weather Service has a Winter Storm Warning in effect this evening & into tomorrow morning, Local Meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO News what the latest models are showing for this storm:

(Rich Townsend 4-18-22)

The Winter Storm warning is in effect from 6:00 PM tonight until 12:00 Noon tomorrow.

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The Binghamton Black Bears have made the playoffs with Game 1 of a prospective 3 game series tonight at the Arena against Danbury, Black Bears Spokesman Rob Lippolis told WCDO News that its been quite a while since there has been playoff hockey in Binghamton:

(Rob Lippolis 4-18-22)

Some tickets are still available for tonight’s game at Ticketmaster.com or by calling 607-722-7367.

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The State Health Department have included Broome and Tioga counties in an “orange zone” designation for counties at high risk of transmission of the latest strains of the COVID-19 virus . 10 counties have been designated orange, The Broome County Health Department reported 677 new confirmed cases of the virus since the middle of last week, with 31 people hospitalized on Friday & a 7 day positivity rate of 9.5%.

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The State DEC are reported sightings of the invasive Southern Pine Beetle, which is native to the southeastern U.S. They are known as destructive pests and pose a significant risk to New York’s pine forests. The DEC said that infestations are spreading and most recently were found in Saratoga County, as well as several locations in the Hudson Valley. DEC and the Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation said they will be closely monitoring multiple State Parks.

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The US Census Bureau reported the top 5 states where Former New York residents have moved to over the last 2 years. The number 1 state that New Yorkers relocate to is New Jersey, nearly 60,000 people moved out of New York into Jersey. Florida was the in the 2nd position, followed by Pennsylvania, California & Connecticut.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies on patrol in Delhi observed a vehicle fail to stop for a stop sign, failing to signal a turn & traveling through a parking lot to avoid the intersection. Deputies identified the driver as 18 year old Mikaela Duran on Brooklyn, Duran had a BAC measured at .15%. she was charged with DWI & driving with a BAC of .08%, operating a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol under age 21, as well as several other infractions, Duran was released on tickets returnable to the Town of Delhi Court at a later date.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-18-22

The State Office of Fire Prevention and Control, the Otsego County Office of Emergency Services & the Worcester Fire Department have determined the cause of the recent fire in Worcester was accidental. It was determined that the fire originated from an electric appliance that was in use at Hidden Memories at 143 Main Street, the fire destroyed 3 downtown buildings.

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The Otsego County Department of Health will be offering an Additional Booster Dose Vaccination Clinic at the Otsego Meadows Complex Today. A registration link can be found on the Health Department Tab at otsegocounty.com, registration for the clinic is mandatory.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 4-15-22

by wcdonews Posted on April 15, 2022

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-15-22

This Year’s General Clinton Canoe Regatta will be held from Friday Night to Sunday Night on Memorial Day Weekend, Regatta Chairman John Harmon told WCDO news about the change this year:

(John Harmon 4-15-22)

Also, the next class of 2 contributors & 4 paddlers will be inducted into the General Clinton Canoe Regatta Hall of Fame next month in Bainbridge. Hall of Fame Committee Chairman Greg Davie told WCDO News about this year’s Inductees:

(Greg Davie 4-15-22)

The inductees are scheduled to be honored at General Clinton Park on Saturday, May 28th at 1:00 pm under the Main Entertainment tent at General Clinton Park during this year’s Regatta.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce held their 3rd Friday Eat & Meet breakfast in Hamden today, With Featured Speaker Katie Blaine of GetThere New York, a program of the Rural Health Network of South Central New York, Blaine told WCDO News of new programs to go along with existing programs to get Delaware County Peiople transported to & from their Delaware County Jobs:

(Katie Blaine 4-15-22)

Delaware County Chamber of Commerce President Ray Pucci commented:

(Ray Pucci 4-15-22)

GetThere seeks to improve transportation access and coordination in the region. Those who would like to volunteer, can call 855-373-4040.

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The Norwich Downtown Revitalization Initiative’s Local Planning Committee Meeting announced a 4th meeting will be held virtually on ZOOM on Monday, April 25th at 3:00 PM. The purpose of this meeting is to continue the Committee’s discussion and review of potential projects for inclusion in Norwich’s Strategic Investment Plan. The meeting is open to all members of the public, with time reserved at the end of the meeting for public comment. The ZOOM link can be accessed on the WCDO Facebook page.

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The New York Cannabis Control Board approved the first batch of 52 adult-use cannabis cultivation licenses allowing already established hemp farmers to begin growing marijuana for recreational use. Approval for the farmers comes two months after Gov. Hochul signed legislation creating a new Conditional Adult-use Cannabis Cultivator license that ensures existing hemp growers would get first crack at getting seeds in the ground. The new conditional cultivator licenses are good for up to two years and will allow New York growers to manufacture and distribute cannabis flower products without holding an adult-use processor or distributor license, until June 1, 2023. A 45-day public comment period will begin on May 4 and then the board will review the regulations.

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The State Health Department reported rising coronavirus infections in the state appear to be driven by 2 new versions of the Omicron BA.2 variant, which has been driving up the state’s positivity numbers to 4.7% as of Thursday. The 2 new viruses are about 25% more contagious than previous BA.2 variant, which was more contagious than any previous variant of the coronavirus, One of the subvariants has a mutation that has been shown to help evade the body’s immune defenses. The severity of the 2 new strains is yet to be determined.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Deputies responded on Sunday to a residence on Knapp Road in the Town of Sherburne for a reported Shooting. Deputies located 39 year old Joseph Hubbard of Poolville, deceased inside of the residence from a gunshot from a rifle. There were also two other adults and children inside the residence at the time of the incident. The parties involved were known to each other. There is no danger to the public and all parties involved have been identified and the investigation is ongoing, with assistance from State Police.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-15-22

The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is hosting their 3rd Friday Business & Breakfast event today in Hamden, the event will run from 8:30 to 10:00 AM at the Hamden Inn & Lounge.

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The annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held in Norwich this Saturday, in the East and West Parks downtown. Children up to age four will be let into West Park at 10 a.m. to search for eggs, and children between the ages of five and eight will be let into East Park at 10:30 a.m. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

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The American Red Cross continues to report the need for blood donations. A Blood Drive is being held in Sidney today from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 PM at the American Legion at 22 Union Street. Prospective Donors can make an appointment by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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The Broome County Health Department reports an increase in opioid overdoses in 2022 compared to numbers in the previous year. For the first quarter of 2022 there has been 21 suspected fatal overdoses and 147 reported non-fatal overdoses. In 2021 Broome County reported a total of 54 total suspected fatal overdoses and 516 reported non-fatal overdoses.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 4-14-22

by wcdonews Posted on April 14, 2022

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-14-22

The Body of 76-year-old James Andrews of Binghamton has been found in Silver Lake Township, Pennsylvania, his body was discovered on April 8 by members of the Binghamton Police Department, FBI Albany and the FBI. Andrews was reported missing to Binghamton Police in August 2019, His death is being investigated as a homicide. Investigators said the owners of the property where Andrews was discovered have cooperated with authorities and did not have knowledge that Andrew’s remains were at their property. Anyone with information is asked to contact Binghamton detectives at 607-772-7080.

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The Sidney Arbor Day Celebration will return as a full scale event this year on Friday, April 29th at Keith Clark Park, Organizer Lorrie Roach explains:

(Lorrie Roach 4-14-22)

The event will begin at 10:00 AM on the 29th, Roach said that about 60 Free tree seedlings will be available for anyone who wants one.

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State Department of Labor announced that the number of private sector jobs in the State increased over the month by 27,500 to 7.9 Million in March. New York State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased from 4.9% to 4.6% in March.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30 year old Joseph Martino for allegedly unlawfully entering a Conklin business on April 12th. Martino was charged with burglary and criminal mischief and faces court action shortly.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for Dallas Tong on an outstanding warrant and is asking residents for assistance. Police describe Tong a white male, 6’ 9” tall, about 190 pounds with blue eyes and Blonde hair, he is wanted on a warrant for Burglary & Criminal Mischief, Tips can be called in to 607-778-1196 or submitted electronically at gobroomecounty.com/sheriff/warrants.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 4-14-22

As part of the State Budget passed last weekend, there were some changes to the controversial Bail Reform Legislation passed 2 years ago during the Cuomo Administration. Current Assemblyman & Former Norwich police Chief Joe Angelino told WCDO News that these updates will do very little to change the current atmosphere:

(Angelino 4-12-22)

Angelino advocates for allowing local judges to make the bail decisions on a case by case basis, like they did before the Bail Reform legislation was enacted.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is holding its 3rd Friday Business & Breakfast event Friday in Hamden, Chamber President Ray Pucci told WCDO News that Katie McDonald Blaine of GetThere New York will discuss new programs that may further help get Delaware County Workers to & from their Jobs:

(Ray Pucci 4-14-22)

The event will begin at 8:30 AM at the Hamden Inn, to register, go to delawarecounty.org.

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The American Red Cross is holding 2 local Blood Drives today. The Franklin Fire Department at 351 Main Street will host a blood drive from 12:30 to 5:30 PM. A Blood Drive will also be held in Cooperstown at the Bassett Hall at 1 Atwell Road from 12:30 to 6:30 PM. Donors can make an appointment by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS

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Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond announced the retirement of his Undersheriff Timothy Buckley, effective May 21nd. Sergeant Kim Smith, a 25-year member of the Sheriff’s Office, will be appointed the next Undersheriff of Delaware County. Undersheriff Buckley initiated his Law Enforcement Career in 1996 working for various municipal Police Departments in Delaware and Chenango Counties.

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