WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 11-11-21

by wcdonews Posted on November 11, 2021

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 11-11-21

Otsego County Department of Health reported 21 new COVID 19 cases Wednesday, the county remains at a High level of community transmission. The CDC & Otsego County Department of Health recommend everyone, even those who are fully vaccinated, to continue to wear a mask indoors in public if you are in an area of substantial or high transmission, to maximize protection from the Delta variant and prevent possibly spreading it to others. Otsego County reports a Vaccination Rate of 56.1% of total population fully vaccinated.

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Acco Brands in Sidney presented a $1,000 check today to the Sidney Veteran’s Memorial Park Committee, to help continue upgrades & improvements at the park, Committee member Tom Ruff commented the ceremony this afternoon:

(Tom Ruff 11-11-21)

Dan Fenton presented the check on behalf of Acco today, and promised that support for the Veterans Memorial park will continue:

(Dan Fenton 11-11-21)

Ruff said that they are currently working with an area contractor to determine the costs of the projects and hope to have the projects completed next year.

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Beginning today and extending well into December, the Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is hosting a pop-up thrift shop in the Southside Mall. For a split of the proceeds, the Delaware Valley Humane Society, Heart of the Catskills Humane Society, and Super Heroes in Ripped Jeans will assist the SQSPCA in recruiting volunteers to cash out customers and mind the store. The SQSPCA Pop-up Thrift Shop will be open Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays through December 19. More information is available at sqspca.org, or 607-547-8111, extension 108.

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The State Police, the State DOT and the Thruway Authority announced that State Police and local law enforcement agencies issued a record number of tickets during 2021’s Operation Hardhat, which is a joint initiative to crack down on work zone violations and highlight the importance of safe driving when encountering construction, maintenance and emergency operations along state highways. A total of 2,336 tickets were issued during Operation Hardhat details this year, breaking the previous record of 2,018 tickets set during 2020. The region with the highest number of Tickets was the Southern Tier, with 490.

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State Senator Peter Oberacker announced that Construction Mechanic First Class Richard Scheiner or Worcester is the first veteran from his district to be inducted into the State Senate Veterans’ Hall of Fame. Scheiner served as a member of the Naval Seabees from 1979 to 1994, receiving numerous awards during his service time. The induction ceremony was held virtually earlier today.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 11-11-21

Delaware County Public Health reported 2 more COVID deaths for the period of Tuesday & Wednesday, with 60 new positive cases and a positivity rate up to 8.5%. Delaware County reports 212 active cases, 11 are hospitalized and 298 are quarantined, the total number of deaths is now 67. 52.7% of County residents are fully vaccinated.

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The Resilient Sidney ZOOM meeting will be held today, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. Sidney residents were recently ask to fill out a survey of for ideas for acres of land adjacent to Keith Clark Park & Behind the Sidney Veterans Park. Sidney Mayor Andy Matviak told WCDO of the expected timeline after tonight’s ZOOM meeting:

(Andy Matviak 11-11-21)

The link to the Zoom meeting is available on the village website or at the Resilient-Sidney.com website. More information is available at 561-2337.

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The Otsego County Department of Health is holding a COVID vaccine clinic for children age 5-11 today at the Oneonta High School Gymnasium, the clinic will run from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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The Bainbridge American Legion Post 806 will host a Flag & Monument Lighting Ceremony at 5:15 PM this afternoon for Veterans Day, in the Bainbridge Village Park. The Bainbridge American Legion Post 806 donated and recently installed the new lighting in the park and will present the “First Lighting” during this Veterans Day ceremony. Post 806 is inviting everyone in our Bainbridge area to attend.

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For Veterans Day today In Sidney, there will be a ceremony this afternoon at the Sidney American Legion. The ceremony begins at 5:00 PM, All are welcome to attend.

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The Oneonta Community Concert Band will have a salute for Veterans today at 3:00 PM. The concert is free & open to the public at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on market Street in Oneonta, Pandemic protocols will be observed. More information is available at 376-7485 or the Oneonta Community Concert Band Facebook page.

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The Sidney Town Office Building will be Closed Today & Friday for Veterans Day. The Sidney Town Office will open Monday with regular hours: Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM & Fridays 9:00 to 12:00 Noon.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-10-21

by wcdonews Posted on November 10, 2021

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-10-21

Tri-Town Theatre will present “All Together Now” this weekend in Sidney, Cameron Kinnear & George Wells stopped by WCDO this morning to talk about the production:

(Cameron Kinnear-George Wells 11-10-21)

Performances will take place at the Community Cultural Center in Sidney at 8:00pm Friday & Saturday and 7:00pm on Sunday, Tickets can be purchased online at tritown.booktix.com or at the door.

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Governor Kathy Hochul announced the “Bring Back Tourism, Bring Back Jobs” initiative, to revitalize the industry that was severely curtailed because of the pandemic. $100 million will be used for a worker recovery fund, which will pay up to 36,000 workers $2,700 if they qualify, another $100 million will go toward the tourism return-to-work grant program, which will pay businesses for employee retention. Companies can get up to $5,000 for each new full-time employee and $2,500 for part-time workers, as long as they stay for more than 6 months.

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The State Health Department reported that 75% of all New Yorkers have received at least 1 COVID 19 vaccine dose, the numbers are expected to go up quickly as children ages 5 to 11 are now eligible for a children’s dose of the vaccine. On Monday, there were 1,878 New Yorkers hospitalized with COVID-19, the 7-day rolling positivity average was 2.65%, which is up from 2.24% in the previous week, local County Health Departments have reported lower vaccine rates & higher positivity rates in their COVID testing.

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Following Monday’s announcement of the closing on the merger of the Price Chopper/ Market 32 & Tops Supermarkets, 12 of the stores that were divested out of the merger were sold to C&S Wholesale Grocers. Today, C&S announced that their stores will bring back the name “Grand Union”, the current Tops Supermarkets locally in Cooperstown & Norwich will be Grand Union Supermarkets, the changeover is expected to be complete in February.

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New York Attorney General Letitia James announced an agreement had been reached with Ticket Fulfillment Services and 5 ticket resale websites to give money back to people who had tickets to an event that was canceled because of COVID-19 pandemic. The $4.4 million settlement means that thousands of New Yorkers who were denied refunds for events, will be refunded. New Yorkers who purchased tickets to an event through TFS or its affiliates go to customer support on the website where the tickets were purchased initially, for a full refund.

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The New York State Office of Cannabis Management announced the availability of a web-based portal at cannabis.ny.gov/local-government, through which localities seeking to opt-out of hosting cannabis retail dispensary and/or on-site cannabis consumption licensees within their jurisdictions, can easily send their requests to the state Cannabis Control Board. The new state Marijuana Regulation & Taxation Act gives cities, towns, and villages until December 31, 2021 to pass a local law that makes a request to the state Cannabis Control Board to opt their jurisdiction out of hosting retail and/or on-site cannabis consumption licensees. Localities that opt-out by December 31, 2021, can always opt back in. After the December 31 deadline has passed, the Office of Cannabis Management will compile the information provided by localities and make it public so that those seeking a license will have the information they need to find jurisdictions in which they can operate.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 11-10-21

State Police responded to a fatal accident Saturday involving a pedestrian. The incident occurred on State Highway 17C near exit 69 in the town of Union, where 38 year old Wesley Conklin entered the roadway and was stuck by 2 vehicles. Conklin was pronounced deceased at the scene, no criminal charges will be filed. State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation, Collision Reconstruction Unit, Johnson City Fire and the Broome County Sheriff’s Department assisted at the scene.

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The Otsego County Department of Health is holding a COVID vaccine clinic for children age 5-11 on Thursday at the Oneonta High School Gym from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. You MUST register online for an appointment at otsegocounty.com, all students must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 11-9-21

by wcdonews Posted on November 9, 2021

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-9-21

State Police at Endwell arrested 32 year old James Kvassay of the town of Union on Sunday, for the felony 3rd degree Arson. Troopers were dispatched to assist with a house fire on Foster Street in the town of Union, their investigation revealed that Kvassay allegedly intentionally set the residence on fire, he was arrested & was transported to Broome County Central Arraignment and Processing.

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New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced an agreement with the Price Chopper & Tops Friendly Market supermarket chains, where they will divest themselves of 12 stores located around the state, in connection with the companies’ proposed merger, in order to promote competition & keep groceries prices from going up even more than they have been. The agreement resolves an 8-month investigation that the Office of the Attorney General conducted with the Federal Trade Commission, it will continue to keep union jobs in the stores. Price Chopper and Tops have closed on the merger the 2 companies today, The stores will keep their names and management but will be owned by a new parent company called Northeast Grocery. C&S Wholesale Grocers agreed to purchase the divested stores, including the Tops location in Cooperstown.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced the launch of the Great Western Catskills Film Commission. The commission will use of occupancy tax revenue, The Commission was created to develop the motion picture, television, advertising, and entertainment media industry in Delaware County. The primary focus of the commission is to increase local employment opportunities and increase revenue for Delaware County businesses. The project is spearheaded by Delhi resident Lisa Wisely, the website is GreatWesternCatskillsFilmCommission.com, anyone with a potential filming location is encouraged to submit information on the website.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold their Jolly Holly days parade on December 3rd this year, Chamber President Teri Schunk comments:

(Teri Schunk 11-9-21)

Anyone needing more information can email the chamber: office@sidneychamber.org or call 561-2642.

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Operation Merry Christmas has placed more of their Christmas Trees in Area businesses, where people can take a tag off of the tree and return with the item requested on the tag. Program Spokesperson Dorene Ireland said that last year was one of the busiest years in the program’s history:

(Dorene Ireland 11-9-21)

Ireland said that the give away day will be on Saturday December 11th starting at 9:00 AM at the AO Fox Hospital Tri Town campus on Pearl Street in Sidney, more information is available on the Opreation Merry Christmas Facebook page.

A.M. News TUESDAY 11-9-21

Assemblyman Joseph Angelino, former Assemblyman Cliff Crouch, and others will be unveiling the newly-named “Colchester Veterans Memorial Bridge” today at 1:00 PM. The ceremony will be held at the James S. Moore Post 167, 4466 River Road in Downsville in the parking lot. Legislation was passed last year by Crouch in honor of the fallen veterans who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.

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The General Clinton Canoe Regatta 2022 Kickoff Meeting will be held tonight in Bainbridge. The meeting will be held at Galaxy Bowl starting at 7:00 PM

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Delaware County Public Health reported another death from COVID 19 in their latest report, covering Saturday through Monday, they have had 65 deaths since the start of the pandemic. Delaware County had 76 new cases, for a positivity rate of 6.8.%, they increased to 196 active cases, 12 hospitalized and 220 quarantined.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 11-8-21

by wcdonews Posted on November 8, 2021

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-8-21

The Delaware County Chamber launched their 2021 Toys for Tots Campaign today, Delaware County Chamber President Ray Pucci explains:

(Ray Pucci 11-8-21)

Pucci said that any business that wants to have a Collection box should contact the Chamber at 746-2281. The campaign will run until December 3rd, then Chamber staff will pick up the toys from member businesses & deliver them to Delaware Opportunities, which will distribute the gifts to Delaware County families. To sign up a family in need of Christmas gifts contact Delaware Opportunities at 746-1715.

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The application period for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program is open until December 17th, they provide local fire departments with funding to purchase protective gear, vehicles, and other equipment and to conduct training for emergency personnel. In fiscal year 2020, the AFG Program awarded over $16 million in federal funding to fire departments across New York State. More information is available at fema.gov.

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The Otsego County Department of Health announced that they have 129 active cases of COVID 19 with 6 people hospitalized, they reported more deaths since last week’s report, their total up to 74, the Health Department urges Otsego County Residents to get vaccinated, clinic locations can be found at bassett.org or otsegocounty.com, vaccines are also offered at many local pharmacies.

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With the upcoming holidays, the American Red Cross urges donors to continue making and keeping their appointments to overcome the current emergency blood and platelet shortage. All Blood Types are needed, especially Type “O”, to schedule an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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Commerce Chenango and Morrisville State College-Norwich are holding their 2021 Career Expo Tuesday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Norwich campus, Commerce Chenango President Kerri Green comments:

(Kerri Green 11-8-21)

More information is available at commercechenango.com

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 11-8-21

Delaware County Public Health reported 39 new COVID cases on Thursday & Friday, with a positivity rate at 5.38%, about twice the state average. Delaware County has 152 active cases, 10 are hospitalized and 202 are quarantined, only 52.4% of Delaware County Residents are fully vaccinated, 15% of the cases are among students & school district staff.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office Deputies and Investigators arrested 58-year-old Raymond Albertina of Walton, on 1 count each of 2nd & 3rd degree Grand Larceny. Albertina was accused of stealing property from business associates, on two separate occasions, in the Town of Walton and the Town of Franklin respectively. The total value of the stolen property was determined to be over $53,000.00. Albertina was arraigned in the Town of Walton Court on both charges and released to reappear at a later date.

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Governor Hochul signed legislation that prohibits used car dealers from selling vehicles at retail without a functioning airbag. This bill is entitled “Anthony Amoros’ Law” after a young man from Rockland who died in a car crash in a car that was sold to him without airbags. Previously, there was no requirement that a used vehicle sold by a dealer would need to have a working airbag.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 11-5-21

by wcdonews Posted on November 5, 2021

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 11-5-21

The State Department of Health issued guidance today for vaccinating children ages 5 to 11 against COVID 19. The FDA and CDC have approved Pfizer’s child-sized doses of the vaccine, which were found to be 90.7% effective against virus, There is a consent form that parents must fill out before their children can get vaccinated, at coronavirus.health.ny.gov. Locations for the Children’s vaccine can be found at vaccines.gov/search.

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Sidney Police responded Sunday to a report of a physical altercation involving a weapon in the Fox Street & Circle Drive. Police arrested 35 year old Anthony Albro of Sidney for Menacing & Harrassment, he was arraigned in Village of Sidney Court where & was released to appear in court at a later date.

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Delhi Fire was toned for a fire alarm activation in Russel Hall on SUNY Delhi Campus Thursday Morning, Delhi Fire received assistance from Walton, Oneonta, Bovina, Franklin FAST team, the cause if the fire is still under investigation, no injuries were reported.

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State Police are investigating a shooting in the town of Conklin, Early Thursday morning. Police responded following the report of a person or persons firing several shots from a dark colored sedan on Barbara Avenue, the shots struck a vehicle and residence, there were no injuries reported. Anyone with information is asked to contact State Police at 775-1241.

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The Delaware County Chamber today announced the launched the 2021 Toys for Tots Campaign. This year, participating members have placed toy collection boxes in their businesses, the campaign will run from Monday November 8th until December 3rd, Chamber staff will pick up the toys from member businesses on December 3rd & deliver them to Delaware Opportunities, which has partnered with the Chamber to provide distribution of the gifts to Delaware County families. To sign up a family in need of Christmas gifts contact Delaware Opportunities at 746-1715.

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A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 11-5-21

The ARC Otsego’s Hot Cocoa 5k Run and 1k Walk, Run, and Roll will take place on Sunday, in Neahwa Park in Oneonta. The 1k will start at 9:30am, and the 5k at 10:00 am. Race packet pickup will be at The Arc Otsego, 35 Academy Street today from 4:00 to 7:00 and same-day packet pickup in Neahwa Park from 7:45 to 9:15 AM. To register, visit itsyourrace.com/register.

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Bassett’s O’Connor Hospital in Delhi will be holding their annual Community Flu Vaccine Clinic on Saturday, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, for all members of the community 6 years old and older. Appointments are required at 746-0525, the clinic will be held at O’Connor Hospital’s specialty clinic at 460 Andes Road Delhi, More information is available at 547-7973.

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UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital will be hosting 2 upcoming vaccination clinics for eligible individuals looking to receive a booster or 3rd dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. The clinics will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. both this Saturday, and on Saturday, November 13 in UHS Cardiology Norwich, on the hospital’s first floor. For more information on vaccine availability in the Southern Tier, visit SouthernTierVax.org.

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The Chenango Arts Council will hold a special free presentation of Charlie Chaplin’s Silent Movie Classic, “The Gold Rush” Saturday Night, Council Executive Director Alecia O’Neill explains:

(Alecia O’Neill 11-5-21)

The event will begin at 7:00 PM Saturday Night at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich, more information is available at 336-2787 or chenangoarts.org.

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The Binghamton Black Bears Hockey team Home Opener will be on Saturday Night at the Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena, spokesman Rob Lippolis explains:

(Rob Lippolis 10-27-21)

More information is available at Binghamton Blackbears.com

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 11-4-21

by wcdonews Posted on November 4, 2021

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 11-4-21

State Police were dispatched to I-81 north near exit 2 Wednesday morning at about 10:00 AM for a reported 1-vehicle crash. An investigation at the scene revealed that the operator was traveling north when for an unknown reason, she went off the shoulder of the roadway and struck a tree, and was pronounced deceased on scene. State Police have identified the deceased as 33 year old Jocelyn Kendall of Binghamton, the investigation continues.

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The State DEC announced that regular firearms season for deer and bear in the Southern Zone begins on Saturday, November 20th, through December 12th. DEC officials said that approximately 85% of New York’s 550,000 licensed hunters participate, with the Harvest during that period accounts for nearly 60% of the total statewide deer harvest and 30-60% of the statewide bear harvest. More information is available at dec.ny.gov.

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State Assemblyman Joe Angelino, State Senator Mike Martucci, former Assemblyman Cliff Crouch, and Town of Colchester Supervisor Arthur Merrill will be unveiling the newly-named “Colchester Veterans Memorial Bridge” on Tuesday, November 9 at 1:00 PM. The ceremony will be held at the James S. Moore Post 167, River Road in Downsville in the parking lot. The Legislation was passed last year by Crouch; it designates a portion of the state highway system as the “Colchester Veterans Memorial Bridge” in honor of the fallen veterans who have sacrificed their lives to fulfill their patriotic duty.

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Outgoing New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has filed paperwork with the Board of Elections to create a fundraising committee; he is expected to announce a run for Governor. 2 top Democrats have already announced a run for Governor, current Governor Kathy Hochul & Attorney General Letitia James, who are considered the front runners for a Democratic Party Primary in the 2022 Governor’s race in the most recent Siena Poll.

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Norwich Native Matt Beadle has formed a Billy Joel Tribute Band with top musicians in the state, and they will be performing in Norwich on Saturday November 20th at 7:30 PM the Martin W. Kappel Theater. Beadle told WCDO News about “The Billy Joel Guys”

(Matt Beadle 11-4-21)

Beadle said that tickets are available at Nazzitto’s Wines & Liquors, the Chenango County Council of the Arts, at eventbrite.com, or through the “Billy Joel Guys” Facebook page.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 11-4-21

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the report of a Domestic Dispute, they observed 62-year old Timothy Lynch of Treadwell, leaving the scene of the incident in a motor vehicle. Deputies stopped the vehicle and they determined that Lynch’s license was revoked due to numerous prior convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs. Lynch was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operator of a Motor Vehicle, he was later released on traffic tickets and directed to appear at the Hamden Town Court at a later date to answer the charge.

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Delaware County Public Health announced a COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic in Delhi of Johnson & Johnson & Moderna vaccines, with Pre-registration is required for Moderna Booster vaccines. The clinic will be held today at 97 Main Street in Delhi from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. The clinic is open to people over the age of 18. More information is available at 832-5200.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-3-21

by wcdonews Posted on November 3, 2021

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-3-21

Mark Drnek won the race for Oneonta Mayor Tuesday, he told WCDO news of how the first weeks of his administration will go:

(Mark Drnek 11-3-21)

Drnek said that he has about 8 weeks to transition into the mayor’s position, with help from outgoing mayor Gary Herzig.

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Brian Doliver was elected Tuesday as the next Mayor of the City of Norwich, he told WCDO News that there a lot of big issues to deal with right from the start:

(Brian Doliver 11-3-21)

Doliver said that he will also reach out to former Norwich Mayors Christine Carnrike & Joe Mauriano, who he served with a member of the Norwich Common Council.

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The Greater Oneonta Historical Society is planning an online Auction November 12th, and they will also return with an in person Auction November 19th, as their 2 main Fundraisers this year. Spokesman Bob Brzozowski told WCDO News that they hope to bounce back this year after just doing an online auction last year, due to the pandemic & shutdown:

(Bob Brzozwski 11-3-21)

The online auction can be found at 32auctions.com, the in person auction will be held November 19th at the Quality Inn on State Route 23 in Oneonta, more information about both auctions are available by calling the Greater Oneonta Historical Society at 432-0960.

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The National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum announced that they will be receiving artifacts from the World Series Champion Atlanta Braves. Artifacts will include Spikes worn by Braves Game 6 starter Max Fried, a Batting helmet worn by World Series MVP Jorge Soler, a Bat used by Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman in Game 6 & the Jersey worn in Games 1 and 2 by Braves manager Brian Snitker.

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The Friends of Afton announced the return of Afton’s Annual Christmas Parade, scheduled for Saturday December 4th at 5:00 pm. 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.

A.M. News Wednesday 11-3-21

Yesterday was Election Day, The Delaware County Board of Elections did not announce a winner for the Sidney Town Supervisor’s race, between write-in candidates Eric Wilson & Kevin Greene, Officials told WCDO News it will take days or maybe even weeks to count & certify all of the write in votes across all 19 towns from this year’s elections, there were 552 write in Votes Tuesday in Sidney Town Supervisors race. The winners for the Sidney Town board were Frank Selleck & Bill Heath, in the Town of Meredith, Town Council winners were John Janiszewski & David Briggs, the Town of Franklin Board seats go to Garret Sitts & Heather Ross, the town of Middletown Supervisor Will be Patrick Davis, the Town of Tompkins Clerk was Michelle Phoenix, in the Town Of Delhi, the supervisor will be Mark Tuttle, the Town Council winners were Margaret Baldwin & Matthew Kryston & the Walton Town Supervisor will be Joseph Cetta. In Chenango County, Sheriff Ernest Cutting was re-elected, The County Clerk winner is Brian Wessels, & the winners for the Norwich City Council are Fred Gee, William Loomis, Tom Revoir & Barry Christopherson. The winners for the Guilford Town Board were Thomas Ives & Matthew Retz, in Otsego County, the Board of Representatives winners were Ed Frazier, Jerry Madsen, Rick Brockway, Margaret Kennedy, Jennifer Mickle, Charles Varney, Keith McCarty, Clark Oliver & Donald Scanlon & the Town of Oneonta Supervisor will be Randall Mowers, while Karen Liddle & Sean Farrell Won the 2 Town of Oneonta Justice seats & Kimberly Fierke & Skylar Thompson Win the 2 Seats on the Oneonta Town Board. The town of Hartwick Supervisor will be Robert O’Brien while Christopher Briggs & Bruce Markussen win the seats on the Town Board. In the Town of Unadilla, the Town Justice winner is Joshua Palmer The Unadilla Town Clerk will be Terry Yoder & the Town Council winners were Ron Reed & Jessica Grow, in the town of Laurens, George Decker, Edwin Winslow were the winners of Town Board Seats. Across New York State, voters rejected the propositions, amending the apportionment and redistricting process, eliminating the 10 day advance voter registration requirement, & authorizing the no excuse absentee balloting. Voters approved the proposition to the Right to clean air, clean water and a healthy environment.

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The New York State Cannabis Control Board will hold their next meeting today, at 1:00 pm. virtually. The public is able to observe this meeting at players.brightcove.net. Videos and transcripts of the meeting will be posted at cannabis.ny.gov.

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The Town of Oneonta will hold a public budget hearing tonight at 7:00 PM at the town hall in West Oneonta, the town board will also discuss a law to over-ride the State Tax cap.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting this morning at 8:00 am, it will be held at Trackside Dining on Main Street.

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On October 21st, Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies observed a vehicle traveling at 68 miles per hour in a 55 mile per hour zone on State Highway 8 in Masonville. 52-year-old Jack Mason of Whitney Point, was stopped, his license was revoked due to failure to answer a prior summons from the Sidney Town Court. Mason was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operator of a Motor Vehicle, Speeding, Failure to Use a Turn Signal, and Operating a Motor Vehicle Without Stop Lamps. Mason was later released on traffic tickets to Masonville Town Court at a later date.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 11-2-21

by wcdonews Posted on November 2, 2021

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-2-21

Today is Election Day, All State voters will be voting for Clean Air & Clean Water Propositions, as well as those for amending the redistricting process, eliminating the 10 day Registration requirement & authorizing no excuse absentee balloting.

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In The City of Norwich, Residents will be voting for a new Mayor, as Shawn Sastri has declined to seek re-election, Republican candidate Brian Doliver told WCDO News that the drug problem & infrastructure are his top p[priorities if elected:

(Brian Doliver 11-2-21)

Democratic Candidate John Quattrocchi told WCDO News that as a lifelong Norwich resident, change is needed to grow the city:

(John Quattrocchi 11-2-21)

Voting will be held until 9:00 PM.

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In the City of Oneonta, Residents will be voting for a new Mayor, as long time Mayor Gary Herzig decided to not seek re-election, Democratic Candidate Mark Drnek told WCDO news that his vision is to add people & jobs to Oneonta:

(Mark Drnek 11-2-21)

Republican Candidate Len Carson told WCDO News that he feels his public service & experience will help him as Mayor:

(Len Carson 11-2-21)

Both Drnek & Carson have been serving as Oneonta City Aldermen, voting will be until 9:00 PM.

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Former Assembly Republican Minority Leader Brian Kolb pleaded guilty Monday to driving while ability impaired, relating to an incident on New Year’s Eve 2019 in Ontario County. Police reported that Kolb was behind the wheel when he crashed his state-issued vehicle went into a ditch, he blamed the crash on his wife. Kolb stepped down from the position of Assembly Minority Leader days later, he did not seek re-election to the Assembly in November 2020.

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On Wednesday, October 27th, Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of a male subject acting irrational and driving at an extremely high rate of speed on State Highway 30 in the Middletown/Andes area. Responding Deputies located 29-year old James Lor of Margaretville, who is accused of operating the vehicle while in an intoxicated condition. Lor’s Driver’s license was revoked due to numerous previous DWI related suspensions. Lor was also found to be in possession of a small quantity of Cocaine. Lor was charged with Felony DWI, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, along with several other charges, Lor was arraigned in the Town of Delhi Court and was released on his own recognizance, pending court action at the Town of Middletown Court at a later date.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 11-2-21

State Police, the Delhi Police Department, and the State University Police at Delhi responded to a fight Sunday at a large college party off campus on Scotch Mountain Road in Delhi. One person sustained stab wounds and was ultimately transported to Albany Medical Center for treatment. 3 others were treated at a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. The incident is still under investigation but appears to be an isolated incident. Anyone who may have witnessed the altercation is asked to call New York State Police at (607)432-3934.

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Delaware County Public Health reported 1 more COVID 19 death in their report covering last Thursday & Friday, bringing their total to 64. The County had a positivity rate of 4.86%, more than twice the state average, they had 39 new cases, 108 active cases & 6 hospitalized and 125 quarantined. 52.1% of eligible Delaware County Residents were vaccinated against COVID 19.

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UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital will be hosting two upcoming vaccination clinics for eligible individuals looking to receive a booster or third dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. The clinics will be held from 8 am. to 2 pm. on both Saturday, November 6 and Saturday, November 13 in UHS Cardiology Norwich, located on the hospital’s first floor. For more information on vaccine availability in the Southern Tier, visit SouthernTierVax.org.

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16 citations were issued during an “Operation Hard Hat” detail in Broome County. On October 28, 2021, Troopers monitored traffic in the active work zone on State Route 17 east to Interstate 81 north in the city of Binghamton. Road crews were replacing concrete pavement. During the detail, a trooper blends in with the workers and watches for risky and unsafe behavior. 5 Tickets were issued for speeding, 4 for cellphone use while driving, 2 for violating seat belt laws & 5 for other assorted violations.

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Local sales tax collections totaled $5.2 billion in the third quarter (July-September of 2021), up $861 million (20%) from the same period last year and continuing the trend of exceeding pre-pandemic levels, according to a report released today from State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Statewide, every region saw solid growth in sales tax collections during the third quarter compared to the same period last year. Outside of New York City, the July-September period marked the fifth consecutive quarter that county and city sales tax receipts met or exceeded pre-pandemic levels. Statewide local sales tax collections in the third quarter of 2021 grew 8.6% ($409 million) over the pre-pandemic third quarter of 2019.

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