WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 12-10-21

by wcdonews Posted on December 10, 2021

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-10-21

The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office stated that they were notified this morning by a local school district regarding the social media threat to unnamed schools, regarding possible gun violence at 12:15, but no specific date or school was named. This incident is currently being investigated by not only the Sheriff’s Office but multiple police agencies within and outside of Otsego County. The threat has been received by students at various schools in the area and statewide, the threat appears to be false. Officers communicated with school officials and were present in the areas of all of the schools this morning. Officers will continue to show a police presence & the investigation is ongoing.

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Governor Kathy Hochul announced today that the statewide Mask Mandate will be re-instituted; masks will be required in all indoor public places. The Governor stated that an exception to the mask rule will be if a business or venue has a vaccine requirement. The State Health Department reported that the COVID positivity rate is back over 5% state wide, Hospitalization are well over 3000, the number in ICU Beds & on ventilators has increased at a lower rate than earlier in the year, due to a high rate of vaccinations.

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State Attorney General Letitia James Announced that she is backing out of a run for New York Governor, and will concentrate on re-election to her current position. James was polling at a distant 2nd to current Governor Kathy Hochul among democrats, according to recent Sienna College Polls.

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Bainbridge Fire Fighters responded to the report of a garage fire at 46 Pearl Street in the village this morning. Firefighters from Coventry & Afton also responded, early reports suggest that the fire was contained to a garage, which was a total loss, no injuries were reported, the cause of the fire is under investigation.

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Operation Merry Christmas will have their annual giveaway day tomorrow in Sidney, Program Spokesperson Dorene Ireland explains:

(Dorene Ireland 12-10-21)

The event will run from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the AO Fox Hospital Tri Town Campus on Pearl Street in Sidney.

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The Chenango Arts Council will have an improvisational show Saturday night at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich at 7:00 PM, Council executive Director Alecia

O’Neill explains:

(Alecia O’Neal 12-10-21)

Tickets are available at chenangoarts.org, or by calling 336-2787, the show will begin at 7:00 PM Saturday night.

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The Oneonta History Center at 183 Main Street will have local Author Jim Loudon discuss his book “The Box Car Settlement: Oneonta’s Forgotten Neighborhood” at 1:00 pm on Saturday, A book signing will follow the talk, more information is available at 432-0960 or OneontaHistory.org.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced today that the annual Toys For Tots Campaign was wildly successful. Delaware County Chamber of Commerce President Ray Pucci comments:

(Ray Pucci 12-10-21)

Toys for Tots works with the U.S. Marine Corps to provide a tangible sign of hope to economically disadvantaged children at Christmas. The Toys for Tots program was created in 1947 and has distributed 584 million toys to date to 265 million children.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-10-21

Otsego County Sheriff’s Department arrested 41 year old Jeremiah Butler of the town of Maryland, following an investigation into a November 13th motor vehicle accident in the Town of Middlefield. Butler was charged with Felony DWI, operating a Motor Vehicle with a BAC of .08 of higher, failure to keep right, speed not reasonable & prudent along with other charges, Butler was released on an appearance tickets for Town of Middlefield Court at a later date.

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Delaware County Public Health will be conducting a COVID-19 vaccination clinic for people 18 and older on Saturday, at the DCMO BOCES Harrold Campus. Johnson & Johnson and Moderna 1st or 2nd shots will be available for walk-ins only, Moderna boosters will be available from 10AM-11AM registration is required at apps2.health.ny.gov. Please bring a copy of your previous shot records to prove eligibility for the booster. For more information, call Delaware County Public Health at 607-832-5200

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The Bainbridge Christmas Parade will held Saturday Afternoon at 5:00 pm, Chamber President John Payne explains:

(John Payne 12-20-21)

Payne said that photos with Santa Claus will be held after parade at Jerry’s Inn, The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will also have a Toys for Tots collection at the Bainbridge Firehouse, they will have another collection on Sunday during the Christmas Caroling at 5:00 pm behind Bob’s Diner, and toys must be new & unwrapped.

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North Country Comedy will bring 3 comedians to the Sidney American Legion Hall at 22 Union Street Saturday Night, Show MC Mikael Gregg told WCDO News about the comedians:

(Mikael Gregg 12-10-21)

The American Legion will have a Prime Rib dinner at 6:00 PM, prior to the show, tickets for the show are available at the Legion or at northcountrycomedy.com.

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Community Cultural Center in Sidney presents the Tri-Town Theatre Production of “It’s a Wonderful Life” the radio play, tonight & Saturday Night 8:00 pm & Sunday night at 7:00 PM, Tickets are $13 general admission, $16 reserved seating, and Tickets for Tri-Town Theatre can be found at tritown.booktix.com.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 12-9-21

by wcdonews Posted on December 9, 2021

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 12-9-21

The Southern Tier Regional Economic Development Council has awarded the City of Norwich a 10-Million-Dollar grant for the revitalization of downtown Norwich. Commerce Chenango President & CEO Kerri Green commented about the award on WCDO this morning:

(Kerri Green 12-9-21)

Green said that the area that will benefit is about 1 mile long and a quarter-mile wide and is in the existing Business Improvement District in Norwich, the Norwich Proposal can be viewed by going to ny.gov, click on downtown revitalization initiative, go to round 5 winners & scroll to Southern Tier & click on Norwich & then view DRI Application.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s department arrested a County inmate Wednesday for assaulting a Corrections Officer and fleeing from custody during a Court appearance in the Town of New Lisbon yesterday afternoon. 27 year old John Clark was charged with Assault on Police Officer, 2nd degree Escape, 3rd degree Assault, Obstruction of Governmental Administration, Resisting Arrest & Harassment. Otsego County corrections officers were transporting Clark to a regularly scheduled court appearance when he fled from the custody of the corrections officers, a foot pursuit was initiated and a corrections officer attempted to take the defendant back in to custody. During a brief struggle, Clark caused the correction officer to sustain a hand fracture. Clark was returned back to the Otsego County Correctional Facility and will be processed at Otsego County Centralized Arraignment at a later time. The corrections officer was treated at Bassett Hospital and a return to work has not been established.

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SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras will resign January 14th following criticism for his actions while serving as a top aide to former Governor Andrew Cuomo. Malatras was accused of sending disturbing text messages and emails regarding Lindsay Boylan, after she publicly accused Cuomo of sexual harassment, those messages were part of the investigation by Attorney General Letitia James into the former Governor’s actions.

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Oxford Fire Fighters responded this morning to a structure fire at 16 Merchant Street at the corner of Greene Street in the village. The Fire was reported at around 7:30 AM, the building housed several apartments & all occupants were able to escape, some pets were not able to be saved, the cause of the fire is under investigation.

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Bassett Healthcare Network announced today that in accordance with an executive order enacted by the New York State Department of Health on December 3, 2 of their hospitals; A.O. Fox Hospital in Oneonta & Little Falls Hospital, have been placed on a state-wide list of facilities that currently have occupancies of 90% or more. These facilities will limit non-essential elective procedures for the next 2 weeks.

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The Delaware County Board of Supervisors has decided to name the Delaware County Department of Economic Development as the entity to promote tourism. Previously, tourism programs were run by the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce, through a contract with Blue Spark Creative Services of Delhi, Blue Spark is expected to continue its work through the Department of Economic Development.

A.M. News Thursday 12-9-21

Delaware County Public Health will hold a COVID 19 Vaccination Clinic at 97 Main Street in Delhi today. Johnson & Johnson vaccine-Walk-ins and Moderna 1st or 2nd shot Walk-ins will be held from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, Moderna boosters require Pre-registration, they can get the boosters between 2:00 to 400 PM, register at apps2.health.ny.gov/doh2, for more information, call Delaware County Public Health at 607-832-520

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Cub Scout Pack 1 in Unadilla invites children from kindergarten through 5th grade to check out what Cub Scouting has to offer, today from 6:30 to 7:30 pm at the First Presbyterian Church, 156 Main Street Unadilla. For more information, call Rebecca Strauss at 607-644-3835.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-8-21

by wcdonews Posted on December 8, 2021

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-8-21

Chenango County Health Department confirmed their 92nd Resident death attributed to COVID-19 infection. Chenango County reports 321 active cases, 25% of them are fully vaccinated, there are 710 quarantined, 8 hospitalized. Links to Vaccination clinics are available at co.chenango.ny.us or covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov.

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The United Way of Delaware and Otsego Counties’ campaign has reached 50% of its $50,000 goal. The campaign has been running since mid-September and donations have been coming into the United Way through employee payroll pledges and through individual mail solicitations, the United Way of Delaware and Otsego Counties’ campaign will conclude on December 31st, more information is available at 607-334-8815 or at unitedwaydo.org.

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In light of the emergence of the Omicron variant in New York State, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced her bipartisan COVID-19 and Pandemic Response Centers of Excellence Act, to prepare for all Hospitals for health emergencies in the near and distant future.

(Gillibrand 12-8-21)

Senator Gillibrand said that Academic medical centers are already at the epicenter of integrating research, clinical operations, vaccine development, and education, and are uniquely positioned to serve as a bridge between government and public health programs in rural & urban areas.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced New York’s annual statewide holiday donation drive to benefit families in need across New York will begin tomorrow. Donations of new unwrapped toys, coats and school supplies are being sought to assist community-based organizations during the holiday giving season. The Office of General Services has set up drop-off locations across the state , local drop off points will be the Binghamton State Office Building, 44 Hawley Street, & the Homer Folks Facility, 28 Hill Street, Oneonta.

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Chenango County Has added another set of materials to be recycled, Spokesman Dustin Hendricks explains:

(Dustin Hendricks 12-8-21)

Hendricks said that they have added Apparel Impact to the Textile recycling program, in addition to the Salvation Army Collection containers, they ask that all items are dry and don’t contain mold, and they don’t have to be in wearable condition.

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A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-8-21

The State Health Department reported 2 more Omicron variant cases Tuesday, in Broome and Westchester Counties. Over 149,000 were tested for COVID with 8210 positives, for a positivity rate of 5.5%, Patient Hospitalization continue to sharply increase, they are up to 3,401, with 631 Patients in an ICU and 352 on ventilators, there were 52 deaths from COVID in hospitals & Nursing Homes Tuesday.

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Delhi Police arrested 28-year-old Andrew Kreger of Delhi for 6 counts of Petty Larceny, 6 counts of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, 6 counts of Criminal Possession of Forged Instrument and 3 counts of Forgery, follow a recent investigation. Kreger was arraigned in Delhi Town Court where he was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $25,000 cash bail or $25,000 secured bond.

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The American Red Cross is heading into the holidays with its lowest blood supply in more than a decade at this time of year. Blood donations are desperately needed now to meet the needs of accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those receiving treatment for leukemia, cancer or sickle cell disease. A blood drive is being held today in Oneonta from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at AO Fox Memorial Hospital Levine Center, at One Norton Avenue, Appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, at redcrossblood.org or at 1-800 Red Cross.

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Farm owners & agribusiness owners may apply for small business grants of up to $50,000, as there is $800 million worth of funds that they can tap into. Businesses with revenues up to $2.5 million and experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19 may apply, at nysmallbusinessrecovery.com.

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New York State of Health announced that the deadline is approaching for New Yorkers who want coverage in a Qualified Health Plan by the start of 2022. Consumers must renew or enroll in a health plan through NY State of Health by December 15th, for coverage starting January 1st, more information is available at nystateofhealth.ny.gov or 1-855-355-5777.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 12-7-21

by wcdonews Posted on December 7, 2021

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 12-7-21

Delaware County Public Health reported that they are now up to 78 deaths from the COVID 19 virus pandemic. From Saturday through Monday, the County reported 105 new cases, 411 active cases with 22 hospitalized and 348 quarantined, and their positivity rate was over 15%. 53.7% of Delaware County Residents are vaccinated, 85% of active cases were not vaccinated.

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George Wang of Lawrence Kansas was sentenced in Otsego County Court Monday, to go to a state run Psychiatric Center for the treatment of a mental disease. Wang was originally charged with Attempted Murder after the car he was driving veered off of State Route 28 in Hartwick on November 18th of 2020, striking a pedestrian in a parking lot, and then left the scene. Wang pleaded not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect recently, he will stay in a facility until he is deemed to be not a danger to himself or the public.

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Local Lawmakers gathered in Binghamton yesterday to continue to state their opposition to the controversial Bail Reform laws put into place by Former Governor Cuomo almost 2 years ago. Local Assemblyman Joe Angelino told WCDO News that the Bail reform law has removed the option for a judge to send someone arrested for a drug related crime to get help:

(Joe Angelino 12-7-21)

Yesterday, State Senator Akshar introduced legislation to make certain drug crimes bail eligible and allow courts to consider the risk of continued substance abuse when faced with defendants who have addiction issues.

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A Meeting for the General Clinton Canoe Regatta has been scheduled for tonight in Bainbridge. The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM tonight at Galaxy Bowl on State Route 7.

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The latest Siena College Poll has Governor Kathy Hochul with a big lead over her Democratic challengers in the 2022 gubernatorial race. Hochul had 36%, followed by Attorney General Letitia James with 18%, New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Williams with 10% and Congressman Tom Suozzi with 6%, tied with New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, who is considering a bid for governor.

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A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 12-7-21

Governor Kathy Hochul announced the detection of 4 more confirmed cases of the COVID-19 Omicron variant in New York State, for a total of 12. 2 of the new cases are from Suffolk County and 2 are from Oneida County. Starting Today, all further Omicron updates will be included in the Governor’s daily COVID-19 progress update press release. The State Department of Health’s Wadsworth Center Laboratory continues to actively monitor COVID-19 virus samples selected throughout the State to compare sequences and identify circulating and new variants, including Omicron at coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-variant-data.

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Governor Kathy Hochul announced that New York State is the first state in the nation to receive U.S. Department of the Treasury’s approval to launch its Homeowner Assistance Fund, a program that will provide up to $539 million to help eligible homeowners avert mortgage delinquency, default, foreclosure, and displacement. Applications will be accepted beginning Monday, January 3rd, at nyhomeownerfund.org.

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COMMERCE CHENANGO will hold a special presentation today on “What Employers Need to Know About Vaccination Mandates”. The Lunch and Learn session will be from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm, Angelo Catalano, a partner with Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP will be the guest speaker, more information is available at 334-1400 or at Commercechenango.com & click on the events calendar.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 12-6-21

by wcdonews Posted on December 6, 2021

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 12-6-21

2 Chenango County Sheriff’s Deputies suffered minor injuries late Saturday night, as they were answering a call in a patrol car when they were hit by another vehicle at East Main Street and North Broad Street in Norwich. 19 year old Seth Wessels was the driver of the pickup truck that struck the Deputies patrol vehicle, he was found to be intoxicated at the time of the accident, he was charged with DWI by Norwich City Police, who responded to the accident. 1 of the deputies returned to work after being treated at Chenango Memorial Hospital, the other suffered a wrist injury & is expected to miss some time. the investigation is opngoing, Wessels will appear in Norwich City court at a later date.

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Chenango County Health Department continues to urge County residents to get vaccinated, as they are experiencing a surge again in COVID 19 cases, Spokesman Isaiah Sutton told WCDO News that research shows that naturally immunity after having COVID once, has minimal effect in getting COVID a 2nd time:

(Isaiah Sutton 12-6-21)

Chenango County Residents can register to get vaccinated by going to the co.chenango.ny.us, The County reported 280 active cases, with 23% of those vaccinated, and they have 9 people hospitalized & 622 quarantined.

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NYSEG reported that they are preparing for the high winds forecast across the region today. NYSEG said its storm team has been proactively staging crews in the areas that could be significantly impacted, as they anticipate wind gusts up to 40 to 50 miles per hour.

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Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond announced that members of the Sheriff’s Office recently completed a fundraiser in participation of “No-Shave November” and awarded donations to 2 local Delaware County agencies. Officers raised $1,000, which was divided evenly between the Delaware County Veterans Service Agency and Delaware Opportunities-Safe Against Violence program.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 12-6-21

Governor Kathy Hochul reported 3 more cases of omicron variant of COVID in New York State. Positivity rates, the number hospitalized is over 3200, & the number in ICU Beds & on Ventilators continues to increase, more information is available at coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-variant-data

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Delaware County Public Health continues to see an increase in COVID test positivity rates. Testing on Thursday & Friday showed a rate of 16.67%, with 103 new cases, 23 hospitalized, 340 active cases and 403 quarantined. 53.4% of Delaware County Residents are fully vaccinated.

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State Police issued 12,975 tickets statewide during this year’s special Thanksgiving holiday traffic enforcement period. Troopers arrested 183 people for DWI and investigated 1,041 crashes, including one fatal crash. Troopers issued over 4600 tickets for speeding, 440 for Distracted Driving, over 1520 for Seat belt violations & 119 for the Move Over Law.

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The Attorney General’s Office has determined the police actions in the fatal shooting of an Oneonta man in April were justified to prevent the death of a child. Tyler Green was fatally shot during a confrontation with Oneonta police on April 6th, after Green made violent threats against his partner, who was visiting his house with their nearly-2-year-old child. Oneonta Police officers saw Green pull a knife and threatened to kill her, he cut his partner’s leg and swung the knife at 1 of the officers & grabbed his son by the leg & swung the knife at the child, when Sergeant Ralph Pajerski, fired 2 shots striking Green in the back. Green was transported to Fox Hospital and was later pronounced dead.

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The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum announced who will be inducted into the Hall of Fame later this year. The Inductees are Player Manager Gil Hodges, Pitcher Jim Kaat, outfielders Minnie Miñoso & Tony Oliva, & Negro League players Bud Fowler and Buck O’Neil to Cooperstown. Hodges, Kaat, Miñoso and Oliva were elected by the Golden Days Era Committee, which considered a 10-person ballot comprised of candidates whose primary contribution to the game came from 1950-69. Fowler and O’Neil were elected by the Early Baseball Era Committee, which considered a 10-person ballot of candidates whose primary contribution the game came prior to 1950.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 12-3-21

by wcdonews Posted on December 3, 2021

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-3-21

State Police arrested 36 year old William Sabines of Preston after he was indicted by a Chenango County Grand Jury Thursday. Sabines was charged with 2nd degree Murder, Concealment of a Human Corpse and Tampering with Physical Evidence. Sabines was arrested following an investigation into the disappearance of Jesse Donlin, formerly of Sidney, Unadilla and Afton locally. Donlin was reported missing in September of 2019 after failing to appear for a court appearance in Utica, the investigation ultimately led to Sabines arrest. Sabines was remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $250,000 cash bail or $500,000 bond pending future court action.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office received a missing person complaint regarding 32 year old Amanda Lanfair, who was last seen on November 26th, and stated that she was going to Long Island and was to return on November 28th. Lanfair was last seen wearing a black baseball cap, green Carhartt jacket and black Puma sneakers. Any information on her whereabouts please contact the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office at 607-334-2000.

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Former New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Mary Bassett became the State Health Commissioner on Wednesday, replacing Dr. Howard Zucker, who had been the state Health Commissioner since 2015. Bassett takes over as the state’s COVID-19 hospitalizations are increasing across the state. Bassett was credited, along with Dr. Zucker & Dr. Anthony Fauci of the CDC with stopping a potentially deadly Ebola Outbreak after 1 case was found and contained in New York City in 2013.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 12-3-21

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the first 5 confirmed cases of the COVID-19 Omicron variant in New York State. So far, the cases appear unrelated and have been confirmed through sequencing of the SARS-CoVID-2 virus. 1 case is from Suffolk County, 4 others are in New York City, 4 other states have also reported cases of the new COVID variant. On Thursday, Governor Hochul announced that the State has ordered 1 Million Testing Kits to Distribute to Local Health Departments & 40 New Pop-Up Vaccine Sites will be launched this month.

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Oneonta Fire Department responded to a structure fire last night at Monser Brothers Tire & Auto on Chestnut Street in Oneonta. Fire fighters responded to the report of flames through the roof of the building late last night, Multiple fire departments also responded including West Oneonta, Laurens, West Laurens, Mount Vision, Franklin, Sidney, Worcester, Pindars Corners & Otego.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold their Jolly Holly days parade tonight, Chamber President Teri Schunk comments:

(Teri Schunk 11-9-21)

Anyone needing more information can call 561-2642.

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The Afton Annual Christmas Parade, will be part of the scheduled activites tomorrow, Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce President John Hinman told WCDO News what activites are planned:

(John Hinman 12-3-21)

Hinman said that floats and vehicles will line up at Corporate Park off Route 7, Walking groups, bicycles, and golf carts will gather at the Afton Edge Apartments.

Also on Saturday, Unadilla’s Santa Saturday & Holiday Magic Parade will be held, sponsored by the Unadilla Chamber of Commerce & The Unadilla Historical Society, spokesperson Linda Bickos explains:

(Linda Bickos 12-3-21)

More Information is available at the Unadilla Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.

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Destination Oneonta’s Festival of Trees will be held at the Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta today & tomorrow; all trees are decorated by local businesses and community members and can be viewed at Foothills today from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm and on Saturday, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Winners of each tree will be drawn on Saturday at 2:15 pm; more information is available at destinationoneonta.com.

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Bassett Healthcare Network will be holding a COVID-19 vaccination clinic open to community members, including children, on Saturday, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Bassett Medical Center’s outpatient clinic building in Cooperstown. The clinic will offer boosters for Moderna, Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson; first- and second-dose Pfizer shots for children ages 5 to 17; and flu shots. No appointments are needed for this walk-in clinic. Patients should bring their vaccination cards and prescription insurance cards.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 12-2-21

by wcdonews Posted on December 2, 2021

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 12-2-21

State Police are reminding motorists to obey the states “Move Over Law” after a state trooper on duty in his patrol car in Westchester County, had a truck crashed into his vehicle early Tuesday morning. Trooper Carlos Desilva was monitoring traffic from inside his troop car on the shoulder of I-87 when he was struck by a truck that drifted off the roadway and slammed into Desilva’s marked cruiser. State Police said the vehicle sustained heavy damage, Trooper Desilva was taken to an area hospital & was treated & released.

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Delaware County Public Health continues to report a surge in COVID 19 cases, with 111 new positive cases reported on Tuesday & Wednesday. The County has 290 Active cases, 18 are now hospitalized and 290 are quarantined, only 53.4% of County Residents are fully vaccinated.

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On Wednesday November 24th, 2021, the Town of Walton Court issued a bench warrant for the arrest of 41 year old Robert Smith of Walton, for failing to appear at court on a prior charge of criminal possession of stolen property. Delaware County Sheriff’ Deputies located Smith Tuesday in the Town of Walton, and arrested him on the bench warrant. Smith was arraigned at the Town of Walton Court and was released again in his own recognizance.

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Families visiting the Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals on Saturday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon, can have their pictures taken with Santa, Mrs. Claus and the shelter’s adoptable pets. Family dogs are invited to participate as well, but must be up to date on vaccinations. To view available animals or to donate, visit sqspca.org. or call 607-547-8111, The New Shelter is located on State Route 28 in Cooperstown.

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The Otsego County Fairgrounds in Morris is the site of this year’s “Holiday Of Lights” Event. The event will run December 10th, 11th, 12th, 17th & 18th from 6:00 to 9:00 PM each night, the cost is $10 per carload, more information is available on the Otsego County Fair Facebook page.

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Small Business Saturday may have already passed this holiday season, but area chambers are asking residents to continue to shop local wherever possible through the holiday season, Delaware County Chamber of Commerce President Ray Pucci explains:

(Ray Pucci 12-2-21)

Pucci said that 67% of money spent at local stores stays in the community, while shopping at chain stores contributes as low as only 14% to the community they are located in.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 12-2-21

Otsego County Department of Health reported 55 new cases of COVID 19 have been reported Wednesday, with an additional 22 cases also reported from November 18th to the 28th, which were in a nursing home and were not previously reported to the health department. Otsego County has 267 Active cases, with 8 Hospitalized & 2 more Deaths, Otsego County Department of Health recommends everyone, even those who are fully vaccinated, to wear a mask indoors in public, and to continue actively washing hands & practice social distancing.

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Delaware County Public Health will be conducting a COVID-19 vaccination clinic today at 97 Main Street in Delhi from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. This clinic is open to people over the age of 18 & Boosters will be available at this clinic, pre-registration is required for all Moderna Boosters through apps2.health.ny.gov. The COVID vaccine is also available for people who are completing their first series

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The caregivers of Bassett Medical Center will be holding a candle lighting service of remembrance in honor of patients who have died due to COVID-19 tonight at 7:00 PM. The in-person event for the families of the deceased will be held at the United Methodist Church in Fly Creek, The virtual event will be held on Zoom, the link is available at bassett.org/2021-memorial.

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On Sunday evening, November 28th, 2021, Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to a report of a car accident in the Town of Tompkins. 19-year old Tyler Wood of Sidney Center had 2 rifles in the vehicle, Wood is prohibited from possessing firearms, due to a previous felony conviction, he was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon & was released on an appearance ticket & is scheduled to appear in Town of Tompkins Court at a later date.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies observed a vehicle traveling on State Highway 10 in the Town of Walton, with one headlight out recently, the driver was identified as 22-year old Trevor Merwin of Walton, whose driver’s license was suspended for a previous failure to answer a summons. Merwin was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Operating with Driver’s View Obstructed, and Operating with Inadequate Headlamps; he was released on tickets and is scheduled to appear at the Town of Walton Court at a later date.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-1-21

by wcdonews Posted on December 1, 2021

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-1-21

The Village of Sidney announced that the demolition of a fire damaged building will begin today. 14 East Main Street was damaged by fire a couple of years ago, the structure at the corner of East Main & Chestnut will be demolished, the project is expected to last between 3 & 5 days.

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The Otsego County Health Department announced another COVID 19 death in their most recent report released Tuesday. The County had 48 new cases, 208 active cases, 8 are hospitalized, and the 7 day rolling average for positivity rate was 8.5%. Otsego County has had 878 COVID deaths since the pandemic started, 66 of them this year.

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Former Broome District Attorney Steve Cornwell’s case will be handled by a special prosecutor, instead of by current DA Michael Korchak. The 2 indictments accuse the former DA of public corruption and larceny during his 4-year term in office, Korchak spent 4 years as the chief assistant DA under Cornwell before taking office in January 2020 after a heated election between the 2 prosecutors.

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The Former Fire House on East Main Street in Sidney will become “The Wakeman Coffee Company” soon, it will be a coffee shop & roastery, partners Sage McKinley & Jesse Wakeman told WCDO News how this business venture started, and what renovations have been done:

(Sage McKinley-Jesse Wakeman 12-1-21)

The Wakeman Coffee Company is expected to open in the next few weeks.

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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced her bipartisan Dairy Pricing Opportunity Act today, following the Senator’s Senate Agriculture Subcommittee hearing on modernizing milk pricing and the Federal Milk Marketing Order system:

(Gillibrand 12-1-21)

Gillibrand said that the price increase for milk producers would have little affect on Milk prices in the upstate counties, as most people have their dairy supplied from farms close to their hometowns, plus farmers only receive pennies on the dollar for their role in milk priduction.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 12-1-21

The State Health Department reported that over 130,000 COVID tests were conducted Monday, with close to 6600 positives, the positivity rate is back over 5%. Patient Hospitalization are approaching 3000, ICU patients are back up to 567, the number on ventilators was at 303, there were 41 deaths in Hospitals & nursing homes from COVID on Monday.

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The Chenango County Health Department is hosting a Pfizer Vaccine Clinic at Afton Central School for children 5 and older today in the old gym at Door 13, on Sands Street, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. Registration is available at apps2.health.ny.gov or go to co.chenango.ny.us/public-health and click on the COVID vaccine and scheduling button.

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The 3rd Annual Staff Works Save a Life fundraising campaign for the Delaware Valley Humane Society begins today, where donations made to the shelter will be matched by Staffworks, Humane Society Director Erin Insinga explains:

(Erin Insinga 12-1-21)

People can donate through the Delaware Valley Humane Society website at dvhsny.org, more information is available by calling the society during normal business hours at 563-7780.

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The Salvation Army “Red Kettle” drive is on again in Sidney at the Great American. Volunteers will be set up near the front entrance of the store taking donations through the holidays.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold their next regular meeting this morning. The meeting will begin at 8:00 AM at the Trackside Diner on Main Street, Chamber Members & directors are urged to attend.

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