WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-20-21

by wcdonews Posted on October 20, 2021

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-20-21

Afton Community Theater and Tri-Town Theatre have teamed up to bring Chazz Palminteri’s movie “A Bronx Tale” into “A Bronx Tale: The Musical.” Cameron Kinnear & George Wells are 2 of the stars of the local production, they talked about the music of the production & their 2 lead characters on WCDO this morning:

(George Wells Cameron Kinnear 10-20-21)


Tickets are now on sale for 4 performances in the newly renovated theater at The Community Cultural Center 1 Bridge Street in Sidney, Curtain times are 7:00 pm this Thursday and Sunday, and 8:00 PM this Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $16 each at tritown.booktix.com.

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Chenango County Residents are reminded that they have only a limited time to make any changes to their Medicare plan for next year. Nicole Ross of the Chenango County Area Agency on Aging explains:

(Nicole Ross 10-20-21)

The Medicare Open Enrollment Period ends December 7th, more information is available by calling 337-1770.

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The New York State Department of State and the Division of Consumer Protection today alerted consumers about real estate and rental scams, in which scammers work to steal prospective tenants’ money when they are looking to rent a home or an apartment. New Yorkers claimed losses of over $1.7 million during the last 3 years from scammers, if a consumer has fallen victim to a rental scam, they are encouraged to file a complaint with the Division of Consumer Protection. Additional consumer resources on rental scams are available on the Department of State website dos.ny.gov.

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Governor Kathy Hochul announced 25 new #VaxtoSchool pop-up vaccination sites to increase vaccination rates among school-aged New Yorkers. In the Southern Tier, 2 sites will be opening Friday, at the Chenango Valley High School from 2:40 pm to 5:00 pm & at the Broome-Tioga BOCES Main Campus in Binghamton from 10:00 am to 12:00 Noon. So far, 86 pop up vaccination sites have opened up around the state with more to be scheduled shortly, more information is available at ny.gov/vaxtoschool

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The Delaware County Substance Use Task Force announces the launch of DELcovery, a multi-platform hub of information for individuals and families interested in recovery from substance use disorders. The project is a collaborative effort of Delaware County Public Health & The Delaware County Alcohol & Drug Abuse Council, an introductory video produced by VECC Videography debuted this week, featuring Jen Cutting, who told WCDO News about the project:

(Jen Cutting 10-20-21)

More information is available at their Website: delcovery.org, they also have information on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube & TikTok, or by calling Delaware County Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council at (607) 746-8300.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-20-21

State Police issued 17,797 tickets and arrested 207 people for impaired driving during the special traffic enforcement detail over Columbus Day weekend. The initiative began on Thursday, October 7th and continued through Tuesday, October 12th. Statewide, law enforcement issued a total of 38,255 tickets, including 828 for impaired driving and 10,593 for speeding.

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The 2 Oneonta Mayoral Candidates will debate tonight sponsored by the Oneonta League of Women Voter’s at 7:00 pm, virtually through ZOOM. Len Carson and Mark Drnek both currently serves as Alderman on the Oneonta City Common Council, they are looking to replace Gary Herzig, who declined to run for re-election this year. To access the link to the debate, go to lwvoneonta.org and through their Facebook page.

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Congresswoman Claudia Tenney will hold a telephone town hall for anyone who lives in the 22nd Congressional District Tonight from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Registration is requested for constituents of the 22nd District at 202-225-3665 or RSVP online at tenney.house.gov/rsvp

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 10-19-21

by wcdonews Posted on October 19, 2021

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-19-21

Norwich City Police Arrested 49 year old Gary Hackett of Norwich Monday for Criminal Sale of a A controlled substance. Hackett is accused of selling Methamphetamines in Norwich, he was arraigned in Norwich City Court and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility without bail, pending court action on Thursday in Norwich City Court.

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This Saturday, the Sidney Police Department will be participating in the National Drug Take Back Day. Village residents can dispose of their expired, unused or unwanted prescription medication between the hours of 10:00 am and 2:00 pm, in the lobby of the Sidney Police Department on Liberty Street, no hypodermic needles, liquids or inhalers will be accepted.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today signed 2 pieces of legislation boosting transparency in state and local government. The first piece of legislation requires documents that are going to be discussed at open meetings to be made available on request or posted on the government’s website at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. The second piece of legislation requires the MTA to publish its data in formats that are easily accessible and can be easily downloaded and used by the public.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of a new centralized website for New York State COVID-19 data. This website includes new data as well as a reorganization of previously released data to make it easier for the public to access, read and understand. In addition, more COVID-19 data is now being made available at coronavirus.health.ny.gov.

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The Greater Oneonta Historical Society has released “Voices of the Pandemic,” a new interview series recording the reactions of Oneonta’s institutional leaders to the Covid-19 Pandemic. The interview series is free and accessible at oneontahistory.org. More information about the Society is available at 432-0960.

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The New York State Cannabis Control Board will hold a public meeting at 1:00 PM this Thursday, virtually. The public can view the meeting at players.brightcove.net, Videos and transcripts of the meeting will be posted at cannabis.ny.gov.

A.M. NEWS 10-19-21

Delaware County Public Health reported 33 new COVID cases Saturday through Monday, with a 9% positivity rate for those tested, they report 133 active cases, 11 hospitalized and 280 quarantined, they had had 60 COVID deaths. 51.6% of the County residents are fully vaccinated.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the award of $20.7 million for strategic infrastructure enhancements at 24 public-use airports across New York. In the Southern Tier; $1.5 million toward installation of energy efficient lighting and replacement of the revenue control system at the Greater Binghamton Airport in Broome County. $200,000 will go for energy efficiency Jet Hangar improvements, including high-efficiency heating and LED lighting and general hangar rehabilitation activities at the Lt. Warren E. Eaton Airport in Chenango County.

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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting this morning. The Chamber meeting will begin at 7:30 am at the back of Bob’s Diner, Chamber members are urged to attend.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 10-18-21

by wcdonews Posted on October 18, 2021

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 10-18-21

UHS hospitals announced that they are temporarily suspending visitation for all areas of Wilson Medical Center in Johnson City, Binghamton General Hospital and all UHS Primary & Specialty Care locations in the greater Binghamton region. UHS officials announced that the temporary suspension is due to the unprecedented outbreak of COVID-19, more information about the exceptions is available at nyuhs.org.

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The Village of Sidney is beginning to gather the community’s ideas for reusing publicly owned land near the Susquehanna River. Sidney is 1 of 2 communities Statewide to receive support from The Nature Conservancy, Sidney Grants Manager Clarissa Walrath said that the village received a $60,000 grant to deal with flood mitigation issues:

(Clarissa Walrath 10-18-21)

Walrath said that after the surveys are out to the public, a planned workshop on Thursday, November 11 at 5:30 PM, the meeting will focus on community’s vision for types of outdoor amenities that would enhance the Village, it will be held as an online Zoom meeting. Login information for the meeting will be posted at resilient-sidney.com/events. Village of Sidney residents will receive a mailed newsletter providing more information in the coming weeks, Sidney Residents can also call 561-2320.

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Broadway in Binghamton will have their 1st shows in almost 2 years this week at the Forum Theater in Binghamton, Tina Niles of NAC entertainment comments:

(Tina Niles 10-18-21)

Niles said that the Forum is a County owned building, so all in attendance must wear masks at the shows Tues & Wednesday nights.

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The latest federal figures from the CDC show almost 2/3rds of New Yorkers are fully vaccinated against COVID 19. About 12.7 million of New York’s 19 million residents are fully vaccinated, Locally County Heath Departments have reported between 50 & 60% vaccination rates.

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Congresswoman Claudia Tenney will hold a telephone town hall for anyone who lives in the 22nd Congressional District on Wednesday, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Registration is requested for constituents of the 22nd District at 202-225-3665 or RSVP online at tenney.house.gov/rsvp

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 10-18-21

Nasir Azmat of Franklin accepted a plea deal Friday in the Town of Sidney court, he pleaded guilty to overdriving, torturing, and injuring animals. Azmat was sentenced to 60 days in jail followed by 3 years of probation; he cannot own, possess or register animals during the 3 year probation. Azmat will also be placed on the Delaware County Animal Abuse Registry. Azmat was charged in February 2020 after Delaware County Sheriff’s Office found 20 dogs in deplorable conditions on Azmat’s property, the dog were allegedly used for dog-fighting.

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Delaware County Public Health reported 1 more COVID death, 39 new positive cases, 11 hospitalized & 311 Quarantined, for Thursday & Friday of last week. The County positivity rate remains at 8.46%. Delaware County has had 60 deaths since the start of the pandemic. The county has had 51% of residents fully vaccinated.

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The State Health Department tested over 208,000 Saturday for COVID 19, with over 4200 testing positive, which was just about 2% of all tested. Patient Hospitalizations are down to 2,086, Patients in an ICU bed was down to 450, & the number on Ventilators was down to 247, new deaths was 36 on Saturday.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 10-15-21

by wcdonews Posted on October 15, 2021

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-15-21

Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango County will hold their annual holiday season “Light Up A Life” ornament sale, which will culminate with a special event in December in Norwich, Spokesperson Sarah Greene explains:

(Sarah Greene 10-15-21)

More information about the ornaments can be found at hospicechenango.org, or by calling their offices at 334-3556.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the availability of $5 million in additional funding to provide Substance Use Disorder services to incarcerated individuals as part of a new bill mandating County Jails to drug treatment. The new legislation mandates the establishment of programs to provide medication assisted treatment for incarcerated individuals to provide them with the opportunity to treat their addiction & lessen the likelihood that they may suffer a drug-related overdose upon their reentry into society.

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The Trial of Donald Reese ended in Chenango County Court, with the jury deciding that Reese was NOT guilty of 1st & 3rd degree rape. Reese was a former Chenango County Sheriff’s Department Corrections Officer who was accused of committing rape on September 11, 2019, or a woman he had been dating at the time. Otsego County Court Judge John Lambert presided over the case with Otsego County District Attorney John Muehl prosecuting. Reese resigned from his position after his arrest by Norwich City Police.

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State Police & Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the report of a tractor trailer with scrap metal crashing & landing on its side Thursday afternoon. The crash occurred at about 1:00 PM, on I-88 near and Interstate 81 in the town of Chenango. Some of the scrap metal wound up on an embankment near the Comfort Inn Hotel the unidentified driver was treated for back pain, no tickets have been issued.

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Broome County Executive Jason Garnar announced today an uptick in COVID 19 cases in the County over the last week. The Broome County Health Department had 105 new cases in Thursday, the total number of active cases is up to 780, up by 140 in the last week, the 7 day rolling average positivity rate was back up to 6%, and hospitalizations doubled in the last week back up to 92, the percentage of Broome county residents fully vaccinated was 59%.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 10-15-21

Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the State Environmental Facilities Corporation has approved more than $44 million for drinking water and wastewater projects, with grants, interest-free and low-cost financing. Drinking Water Projects will include the Village of Walton; Clean Water Projects will go to the City of Binghamton and Village of Johnson City.

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With the opening of its new Main Entrance, UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital will implement a new visitor management system starting Monday; all visitors will be required to show a driver’s license or other government-issued identification upon entering the facility. Anyone without a validated ID will have their photo taken and information collected by hospital staff so that a visitor pass may be issued. More information is available by calling the Chenango Memorial Hospital Security Department at (607) 337-4323.

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The Village of Unadilla will be holding a residential clean-up day this Saturday & Sunday; there will be roll offs for perishables and non-perishables, tires, and mattresses. No hazardous waste will be accepted. The dumpsters will be placed behind the Unadilla House at 188 Main Street; more information is available at 369-3421.

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Candidates running for office in Norwich and Chenango County will meet with their prospective constituents at a public candidates’ forum, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM on Sunday, October 17th at the Norwich American Legion Hall at 29 Sheldon Street in Norwich.

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Bassett Healthcare Network will be hosting several flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinics in the upcoming weeks. The Bassett Stamford Health Center is holding a patient flu shot clinic on today from 1 pm. – 3 pm. Appointments are required. Call 607-652-2537.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 10-14-21

by wcdonews Posted on October 14, 2021

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 10-14-21

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand released her original report on the shortcomings of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and how it has failed to bring relief to New York borrowers pursuing public service careers. Senator Gillibrand said today that the program was created to alleviate student loan debt for individuals committed to public service careers for at least 10 years, but in recent years a small percentage actually received the delivered promise:

(Gillibrand 10-14-21)

Senator Gillibrand is pushing for passage of the What You Can Do for Your Country Act, which would expand PSLF eligibility so that every type of federal loan and repayment plan is included in the program and would provide a partial forgiveness benefit after five years. Gillibrand said that 1 out of every 14 participants denied loan forgiveness lives in New York, only 1.2% of New York participants have had their loans forgiven.

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State Police arrested Chenango County Sheriff Candidate Debra Cubbedge of Norwich on Tuesday, along with 21 year old Kymani Frazer of Yonkers, they were both arrested for 2nd degree criminal trespass, after Troopers were dispatched to a dispute at a residence on County Road 44 in the town of Plymouth. State Police said that Frazer and Cubbedge entered the residence without permission and remained inside unlawfully; they left prior to the trooper’s arrival and were located in the City of Norwich. Cubbedge & Frazer were released, and will return to Plymouth Town Court on October 27.

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The American Red Cross of Western New York will be hiring for a number of positions, This Saturday, October 16 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. A walk-in hiring event will be held at our Southern Tier Chapter office 620 E. Main Street, Endicott to recruit for Entry-level Phlebotomists to assist in operating upcoming blood drives. No experience is necessary, Walk-ins are welcome or applicants can pre-register at redcross.org/careers.

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A virtual “Glow Run” has been organized for Amanda Decker of Bainbridge, who is going through a form of Cancer, local Cancer survivor & Glow Run Organizer Heather Bucalos told WCDO News about this year’s Bainbridge Glow Run called “Glow For Amanda”:

(Heather Bucalos 10-14-21)

Bucalos said that Registration is underway at runsignup.com, then look for the Bainbridge Glow Run, Registration is available through October 29th, more information is available at the Bainbridge Glow Challenge: Glow4Amanda Facebook page.

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Governor Kathy Hochul says New York will appeal Judge David Hurd’s decision to continue to allow religious exemptions to the state’s vaccine mandate for health care workers. Judge Hurd blocked the state from enforcing the mandate, Governor Hochul said Wednesday she is working with the state attorney general’s office to appeal the decision in the second circuit Court of Appeals.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 10-14-21

Otsego County Department of Health reported 23 new COVID Cases Wednesday, with 1 more death reported. Otsego County remains at a HIGH level of community transmission, they recommend everyone wear a mask indoors in public to maximize protection from the Delta variant. Vaccination Rates in Otsego County are reported at 54.7% of total population fully vaccinated, with a higher rate among those 65 & older at almost 80%

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Delaware County Public Health reported 85 new COVID cases from October 9th through the 13th, with 3 more deaths reported. Delaware County has 160 active cases, 10 hospitalized & 303 quarantined, there have been 59 deaths from COVID, only 51% of county residents are vaccinated.

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Commerce Chenango will hold their annual Legislative Breakfast this morning at the Silo Restaurant in Greene, starting at 8:00 AM. Representatives from the Economic Development Council and The Business Council of New York State will attend; local lawmakers State Senators Fred Akshar & Peter Oberacker and Assemblyman Joe Angelino have been invited to attend.

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The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood and platelet shortage and must collect 10,000 additional blood products each week, to meet hospital and patient needs. Donors of all blood types – especially type O – and platelet donors are urged to make an appointment to give blood by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS. A blood drive is being held today in Franklin from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., at the Franklin Methodist Church, 475 Main Street.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-13-21

by wcdonews Posted on October 13, 2021

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-13-21

State Police arrested 20 year old Brandon Carlson of Endwell for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, Criminal Mischief, Reckless Endangerment & 2nd degree Assault Monday.  Shortly before 3:00 p.m., a trooper spotted Carlson in a truck that had been involved in a hit and run in the village of Endicott.   The trooper attempted to stop the vehicle, but Carlson failed to comply.  A short distance later, Carlson crashed into another vehicle on Country Club Road in Endwell, he fled on foot and was ultimately taken into custody.  Carlson was transported to Wilson Hospital and was treated and released.  Carlson was processed then transported to Broome County Central Arraignment and Processing. The driver of the vehicle that was struck by Carlson on Country Club Road is identified as 90 year old Eileen Patch of Endwell, She was transported to Wilson Hospital and is being treated for injuries sustained in the crash.  The investigation is on-going by state Police & Endicott Police.

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A new Marist Poll shows that Governor Kathy Hochul enjoys a 55% favorable response from those who responded to a poll conducted October 4th through the 7th.   56% say she is a “good leader” for the state. When Democrats were polled about the potential primary field in 2022 for the race for Governor, Hochul tops other possible candidates like Attorney General Letitia James, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, and former Governor Andrew Cuomo by double-digit margins.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 43 year old Dennis Kropp of Oneonta on outstanding warrants after a traffic stop in the Town of Hartwick Tuesday.  Kropp was charged with Speeding, operating an Uninspected Motor Vehicle & other charges, Kropp was taken into custody for the warrants out of the Oneonta City Court, he was turned over to Oneonta Police Department to await arraignment, Kropp was order to appear in Town of Hartwick Court at a later for the traffic violations.

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The Village of Sidney will hold a public meeting later this month, regarding the village’s option to opt out of the state Marijuana legalization program, Mayor Andy Matviak told WCDO News that the village has options:

(Andy Matviak 10-13-21)

The Village of Sidney Board of Trustees will hold a Public Hearing on the Local Law #3 on October 25th at 7:00 PM at the Community Cultural Center at 1 Bridge Street.

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Commerce Chenango encourages area businesses to participate in the 2021 Career Expo on November 9 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the SUNY Morrisville Campus in  Norwich.  Many local employers are looking for new employees and will have representatives, Attendees will be able to talk one-on-one with representatives of corporate, small business, government, and non-profit organizations.  Employers need to register by October 20th by calling Commerce Chenango at 334-1402.

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The City of Oneonta held a ribbon cutting for a new fenced in Dog Park in Neahwa Park Tuesday.  The park is split into 2 areas, one for big dog & another for small dogs.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 10-13-21

New York Attorney General Letitia James will continue her ‘HealNY’ tour by visiting Binghamton and Ithaca today, and making two announcements regarding support to New York families and communities impacted by the opioid crisis.  James will first be at Binghamton General Hospital at 11:00 AM where she will be joined by Broome County Executive Jason Garnar & other local leaders.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $7.4 million in federal funding is available to county emergency management agencies in New York State to support planning and operational readiness for any type of disaster. Through the annual federal Emergency Management Performance Grant, awardees can access funding to support a wide range of efforts ranging from the development and implementation of training and exercises to acquiring emergency response resources. Locally, Chenango County gets $23,428, Delaware County gets $22,516 & Otsego County gets $27,729.

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The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood and platelet shortage and must collect 10,000 additional blood products each week over the next month for the blood supply to recover and meet hospital and patient needs. Donors of all blood types, especially type O,  are urged to make an appointment to give blood by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.  A blood drive is being held in Schenevus today from 2:00 to 7:00 PM at the Schenevus Central School.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 10-12-21

by wcdonews Posted on October 12, 2021

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-12-21

The State Department of Health reported 95,146 laboratory-confirmed breakthrough cases of COVID-19 among fully-vaccinated people in New York State, which corresponds to 0.8% of the population of fully-vaccinated people 12-years or older. The Health Department also found 6,567 hospitalizations with COVID-19 among fully-vaccinated people in New York State, which corresponds to 0.06% of the population of fully-vaccinated people 12-years or older. More information can be found at covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov.

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The State Division of Consumer Protection and the State Department of Health today warned New Yorkers of a text message phishing scheme targeting those attempting to validate vaccine status to try to steal personal information. Phishing texts are fraudulent messages to trick the recipient into installing malicious software onto a computer or mobile device or designed to obtain data or sensitive personal information to commit identity theft. officials reminds New Yorkers: DON’T click on links embedded in an unsolicited message from an unverified source, DON’T send your personal information by text & DON’T post sensitive information online. More information is available at its.ny.gov/resources or dos.ny.gov.

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The Sidney Central School Alumni Sports Hall of Fame committee will hold its 18th Induction Weekend on Friday and Saturday November 12th & 13th, Committee Chairman Greg Davie explains:

(Greg Davie 10-12-21)

Those being honored this year are longtime Coach Mike Brazee, Soccer standout Paula Foote Breese, Multi-sport star Michael Graham, his sister Caitlin Graham Polnaszek, & Football standout Patrick Simonds from the class of 2006. Tickets are available at J & M Trophies on Main Street, through any committee member, or by calling Greg Davie at 643-5728.

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The Village of Sidney Board of Trustees will hold a Public Hearing on the Local Law #3-2021 on October 25th at 7:00 PM at the Community Cultural Center at 1 Bridge Street. The proposed local law is for the Village to Opt-out of the Dispensaries and places of consumption for the newly passed marijuana legalization by the State of New York. Copies of the proposed Local Law are available in the Village Clerk’s Office in the Civic Center or on the Village of Sidney’s website at villageofsidney.org. Anyone unable to attend to make comments or ask questions can submit them in writing to the Village office by mail or dropped off directly to the office by 4:30 pm Monday, October 25th.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-12-21

U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer came to Sidney late Monday afternoon to talk about the need for the region to get money from the Infrastructure Bill for local bridge projects:

(Schumer 10-12-21)

Schumer said that the work will also mean thousands of high paying union construction jobs will be needed for these projects statewide.

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Delaware County Public Health Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For dogs, cats and ferrets on: Tuesday October 12 from 7PM-9PM, at East Branch Fire Hall, located at 29 Bridge St. For questions or more information call 607-832-5200 or delawarecountypublichealth.com

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 10-11-21

by wcdonews Posted on October 11, 2021

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 10-11-21

State Police responded the report of 2 adults and 2 children being thrown from an Amish buggy after being hit by a car in Madison County on Friday. State Police stated that 19-year-old Madison Mae Davis of South Otselic was driving on Lebanon Road around 6:00 PM when she hit a horse-drawn buggy traveling in the same direction. A 22-year-old man, a 27-year-old woman and two kids, ages 1 and 2, were ejected from the buggy upon impact. All four were taken to Upstate University Hospital to be evaluated. Davis was taken to Community Memorial Hospital and was later released, Davis received a ticket for failure to use due care for an animal.

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State Police arrested 36 year old Amber Suprunchik of Dolgeville for Tampering with Physical Evidence, Leaving the Scene of a Fatal Accident and Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle. Back on June 15th, troopers were dispatched to a hit and run accident on State Route 26 in Cincinnatus, 4 people on bicycles were on State Route 26 when a vehicle struck 2 of them, and did not stop. 67 year old Kitt Warren of DeRuyter was killed and 67 year old John Rutan of McGraw suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The vehicle was ultimately located that night by a Cortland County Sheriff’s Deputy. The investigation has revealed that Suprunchik was operating the vehicle and was not impaired at the time of the accident, she is accused of tampering with the vehicle after the collision, she was processed Friday & was sent to Cortland County Central Arraignment and Processing.

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Delaware County Public Health reported 36 new COVID cases on Thursday & Friday, bringing their number of active cases to 170, hospitalized cases up to 7 & 290 quarantined. 51% of the total Delaware County population are vaccinated, 65% of the positive cases are unvaccinated, and 16% of the positive cases are Pre-K-12th students or school district employees.

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Otsego County reported a new death caused by the coronavirus on Friday, their total deaths from the virus in Otsego County to 70, including 51 in 2021. Today, they report 98 active cases, with 21 new cases, 7 are hospitalized & their 7 day rolling average for positive COVID tests is 3.5%, slightly above the state average.

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State Senator Peter Oberacker and Assemblyman John Salka criticized Governor Kathy Hochul’s veto of legislation to assist the Oneonta City School District and local taxpayers. State Senate Bill 396 would correct a clerical error and assist the Oneonta City School District by preserving $400,000 in state transportation aid due to the school district, correcting an oversight in the application process for the district’s transportation aid for the 2019-2020 school year, when the district did not file its application for transportation aid to the state education department in a timely fashion. Senator Oberacker talked to WCDO News about the situation:

(Senator Oberacker 10-11-21)

Senator Oberacker and Assemblyman Salka plan to meet with Oneonta City School District officials to seek an alternative solution to help avoid the $400,000 budget shortfall.

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A.M. NEWS MONDAY 10-11-21

The New York Lottery today announced one top-prize winning ticket was sold for the October 8 TAKE 5 EVENING drawing, worth $47,638.50, was purchased at TOPS MARKETS in NORWICH. Take 5 players with midday and evening draws on the same ticket must check their numbers at nylottery.ny.gov to determine if they have the winning numbers for the corresponding midday or evening drawing. A Lottery draw game prize of any amount may be claimed up to one year from the date of the drawing.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office and the City of Norwich Police Department executed a search warrant at 11 Pleasant Street in Norwich Friday, following an investigation into the sale of Heroin and Methamphetamine in Chenango County. 35 year old Jennifer Shoales was charged with Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance, Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia and Criminal Nuisance, Shoales was released on an appearance ticket to appear on a later date in the City of Norwich Court.

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The State Health Department conducted over 108,000 COVID tests Saturday, with just under 2800 positive tests, for a positivity rate of 2.58%. Hospitalizations were down to 2045, patients in an ICU bed went down to 456, & the number on a ventilator declined to 243, there were 34 more COVID deaths Saturday.

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State Police & local law enforcement are continuing their Columbus Day weekend crack down on speeding and impaired motorists. The Columbus Day campaign will run through tomorrow, last year’s enforcement period, State Police and local law enforcement issued 44,016 total tickets, including 11,618 for speeding and 941 for impaired driving.

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