WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-4-20

by wcdonews Posted on March 4, 2020

Governor Cuomo announced that individuals in Buffalo, Oneida County & Suffolk County tested negative, but 4 more individuals in Westchester County have tested positive for Coronavirus.  Governor Cuomo reported this afternoon that the 50 year old Attorney from Westchester County is hospitalized with the Coronavirus, his wife, 20 year old son & 14 year old Daughter tested positive & are convalescing at home, the neighbor that drove the attorney to the hospital also tested positive.  Those at risk include the elderly, those with compromised Immune systems & those with lung & sinus conditions or chronic diseases.  The Governor also announced that SUNY students studying in China, Italy, Japan, Iran and South Korea, will have those studies suspended due to the coronavirus outbreaks in those countries.

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A.O. Fox Hospital CEO Jeff Joyner announced that the overnight hours would be cut at the Emergency Room at their Tri-Town Campus in Sidney; Joyner told WCDO news what that is being done:

(Jeff Joyner 3-4-20)

The change in hours at the emergency room will begin May 1st, Joyner said that they are looking to add more services during the daytime hours, and new CT equipment will be installed shortly.

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Helios Care announced that they have received the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation grant to fund the CHOICES program, which provides person-centered, in-home care and care coordination. The grant will fund palliative care for patients who have a chronic disease or face a serious illness and are frequent visitors to the Emergency Department or admissions to the hospital.   More information about Helios Care is available at helioscare.org.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 20-year-old Michael Scarimbolo of Meredith Tuesday for 2nd degree harassment.  Scarimbolo is accused of punching a vehicle window and threatening to physically strike the operator of the vehicle during a confrontation in the Town of Meredith on February 16th, he faces court action today in the Town of Meredith Court.

A Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert has been issued for 77 year old Robert Shield, who suffers from Alzheimer’s disease, and is missing from Oswego County.  Shield is described as 5’8″ 145 Pounds with Blond Hair, Blue Eyes; he was driving a 2019 Nissan Rogue with License Plate Number JEM-1426.  He was last seen Tuesday Afternoon in Pennellville New York, and may be in the Greater Binghamton area, and may be heading for Myrtle Beach South Carolina.  Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or State Police at 315-366-6000.

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Governor Cuomo announced Monday evening that he would direct state health insurers to waive fees related to coronavirus testing in the state, following increased fears of an outbreak in the U.S.  Cuomo wrote that cost should not be a barrier for New Yorkers receiving screenings for the coronavirus behind an outbreak that began in China and has since killed more than 3,000 people worldwide, infecting tens of thousands more.

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Nearly $5 million in funding for technology investments through the State’s Smart Schools Bond Act is being awarded to school districts represented by State Senator Jen Metzger of the 42nd District.  Schools receiving funding from the $2 billion Smart Schools Bond Act include the Franklin Central School District with $337,323 for High-Tech Security

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Sidney Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting this morning.  The meeting will be held at Trackside Dining starting at 7:45 this morning.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 3-3-20

by wcdonews Posted on March 3, 2020

Governor Andrew Cuomo announced the 2nd confirmed case of Coronavirus, the patient is a man from New Rochelle in Westchester County in his 50’s who was diagnosed with a respiratory illness, and He is hospitalized in New York City in serious condition.  The patient is an attorney, who works in Manhattan, & he recently traveled to Miami, the case cannot be traced back to China or any other foreign travel.   Governor Cuomo also signed into law the $40 million emergency appropriations for the State’s coronavirus response.

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A.O. Fox Hospital’s Tri-Town Campus in Sidney will transition to a daytime schedule starting May 1st; the facility’s emergency services will operate from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily.  Sidney Village Mayor Andy Matviak commented about the change in Emergency room hours:

(Andy Matviak 3-3-20)

Officials with Fox Hospital reported that the Tri-Town’s Emergency Department receives an average of 2.76 per night, with declining visitations over time, they are also exploring extending primary care hours in the Sidney region to accommodate same-day appointment needs.”

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The Manslaughter trial of Kimberly Steeley of East Worcester is underway in Otsego County court.  Steeley is accused in the asphyxiation deaths of her 2 infants 2 weeks apart in June 2018.

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The Norwich Police Department arrested 32 Year Old Alexander Guzman of Norwich Monday in connection with a number of burglaries around the city since last summer.  Guzman was charged with 8 counts of Burglary, 6 counts of Criminal Mischief & 2 counts each of Grand Larceny & Petty Larceny, for allegedly breaking into several businesses & churches & stealing items and damaging property.  Guzman was released with an appearance ticket for Norwich Court at a later date.

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The 1st Democrat has entered the race for New York’s 122nd State Assembly District, Richard Shaw of Downsville is a vet, & has served as the President of the Downsville Fire Department, 4 republicans are running for the seat, Joe Angelino, Vic Fuhrman, Nick Libous & James Powers, all are running to fill the seat that has been occupied by Cliff Crouch since 1995, Crouch announced that he is retiring at the end the year & is not seeking re-election.

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 56 year old Richard Costello of Franklin in relation to an October 2019, oil spill on roadways in the Town of Franklin.  Costello was charged with Reckless Endangerment following an investigation of a motor vehicle accident on Case Hill Road in the Town of Franklin on October 27, 2019, caused by a fuel oil spill, which resulted in slick road conditions on several area roadways and thousands of dollars in clean-up costs.  Costello was issued an appearance ticket and is scheduled to appear in the Town of Franklin Court on a later date.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 3-2-20

by wcdonews Posted on March 2, 2020

Governor Cuomo announced that New York has had its 1st Coronavirus positive test results.  The positive came from a New York City Woman in her late 30’s, who contracted the virus while traveling abroad in Iran, she is currently isolated in her home with respiratory symptoms, but is not in serious condition and has been in a controlled situation since arriving to New York. The Governor asked for the Legislature to pass a $40 million emergency management authorization to confront the evolving situation

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State Police responded to a 2-vehicle crash in the town of Chenango Saturday.  22 year old Mallory Neira of Owego lost control of her vehicle & crossed into the opposing lane into a vehicle driven by 82 year old Harold Sickles of Binghamton.   Neira was taken to Packer Hospital in Sayre; Sickles was taken to Wilson Memorial Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.   The accident remains under investigation.

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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies received a complaint from the State Child Abuse Hotline registry regarding alleged physical abuse to an 11 year old child.   Deputies arrested 55 year-old Yvette Rivera-Wood of Sidney for Endangering the Welfare of Child, for allegedly striking a child & causing injuries. Rivera-Wood was released on an Appearance Ticket and is to appear in the Town of Sidney Court at a later date.

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The Delaware, Otsego, Schoharie Oneida Herkimer & Madison Counties Cancer Services program has been offering free testing around the region with the Basset Mobile Coach, Outreach Coordinator Cali Riese explains:

(Cali Riese 3-2-20)

The Next Oneonta screening day will be Saturday April 4th at the Foothills Performing Arts center during the Oneonta Living Healthier Expo, appointments are requested at 1-888-345-0225.

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A Downsville man was arrested on Arrest Warrant for allegedly disseminating “revenge porn” on social media.    Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 44 year-old James Amato of Downsville for Unlawful Dissemination or Publication of an Intimate Image.  Amato was taken into custody by the Town of Colchester Police & was turned over to Sheriff’s Deputies to be arraigned on the arrest warrant from the Village of Walton Court in November, 2019.  

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World Spay Day will be held on March 11th, & the Susquehanna SPCA will host a feline low cost spay/neuter clinic on that day.  There are 40 spots available; Appointments can be secured by the Susquehanna SPCA at 547-8111, extension 102.    The fee per cat is $60; more information is available at thesas.org.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested and charged 50-Year-Old Edmund Rajner of Sidney Sunday for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, operating a motor vehicle without an inspection certificate, as well as failure to signal a turn.  Rajner was released on traffic tickets and is scheduled to appear in the Village of Sidney Court on a later date.

Governor Cuomo announced that the state will begin testing for the Corona Virus at their own Wadsworth labs in Albany.  Previous samples were sent to the CDC, but now the FDA Approved of testing in Albany. 

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State Police are searching for 37-year-old Casie Weese of Glen Aubrey, who was last seen leaving a party with her husband in Apalachin Sunday morning at approximately 1:30 a.m. but their vehicle ended up getting a flat tire a short distance away from the party.  Weese was last seen walking east in Main Street in Apalachin and has not been seen since. Weese is 5 foot 5 inches and weighs approximately 100 pounds.  She has brown hair and brown eyes and was last seen wearing a black and white checkered jacket, jeans and black boots. Anyone with information should call 911 or the State Police at 687-3961.

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Dr. Ed Erickson will discuss the “Mythology of the 2nd Amendment” this evening in Norwich.  Dr. Erickson will outline the actual meaning & reasons behind the 2nd Amendment to form American Militias in the 1770’s, in the event that the new country was attacked by another country with an established Army.  The discussion will be held this evening at Bohemian Moon 103 East Main Street in Norwich at 6:30 PM.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 2-28-20

by wcdonews Posted on February 28, 2020

Starting Sunday March 1st, the bag waste reduction law will take effect in New York State.   The Bag Waste Reduction Law bans Single Use plastic bags in grocery stores, clothing shops or home improvement stores; more information is available at dec.ny.gov/chemical.

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The New York State Association of Counties is calling on the Federal government to provide $3.1 billion in emergency supplemental funding for the public health response to the novel coronavirus. Of the $3.1 billion, at least $500 million should be directed to local and state health departments.  Additionally, Governor Cuomo recently announced that he was seeking a$40 million emergency appropriation for the New York State Department of Health to hire additional staff, procure equipment and other resources necessary to respond to the potential novel coronavirus.

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A.O. Fox Hospital recently received the 2019 Financial Sustainability Silver Award from Centurion Service Group, which annually recognizes top U.S. hospitals for financial and environmental sustainability in responsible equipment management.  The Award acknowledges hospitals for strategic participation in Centurion’s surplus medical equipment program for creating revenue by freeing important resources to access new technology and improve patient care.

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Governor Cuomo announced that New York State is now offering a free text message program to help kids quit e-cigarettes as the state moves to reverse the alarming rise in youth vaping.   To access this program, text “DropTheVape” to 88709, more information about e-cigarettes is available at health.ny.gov/NoVape

The Otsego County Office of Emergency Services confirmed that 5 firefighters were injured in a Middlefield garage fire from a series of explosions Wednesday night at 3679 Otsego County Route 35.  The firefighters were James Tallman, Jon Roach & Scott Monington of the Cooperstown Fire Department & John Sears & Ryan Smith of the Middlefield Fire Department, Roach & Monington were taken to a Syracuse Hospital for treatment of injuries, the other 3 were treated at Bassett Hospital & were released.  Firefighters from Middlefield, Cooperstown, Westford, Cherry Valley, and Milford responded to the fire Wednesday night.  State Police, State office of Fire Prevention & Control & the Otsego County Sheriff’s department are investigating the cause & origin of the fire.

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41 year old Nasir Azmat of Franklin appeared in Town of Franklin Court Thursday night to answer to more than 40 counts of charges relating to animal cruelty.  Azmat pleaded “not guilty” to all charges, he was ordered to check in weekly with authorities prior to his next court appearance March 26th. Many protesters showed up to Franklin to show their support for the dogs who are known as the “Franklin 20”, who were brought to area shelters following Azmat’s arrest.

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State Police arrested 55 year old Robert Horan of Unadilla for Endangering the Welfare of a Child and Forcible Touching, after an investigation of an incident in Unadilla in January.  Horan is a case worker with Otsego County, the incident did not occur as a part of Horan’s official work duties;  he was arraigned & was released on his own recognizance and is due back in court on April 13th.

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The total number of flu cases in New York State has eclipsed the record number of since the State Department of Health began tracking flu cases 22 years ago.   For the week ending February 22, there were 131,604 laboratory-confirmed cases so far this season, last week, the number of laboratory-confirmed flu cases decreased 26% and hospitalizations decreased 13%.

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The Bainbridge “Rotary’s Shrimp Madness” will be held Sunday @ 4:00 & 6:00 pm @ Bob’s Diner in Bainbridge.  Tickets may be purchased @ Bainbridge SFCU, Bainbridge NBT or Bob’s Diner for $20, Proceeds will benefit Bainbridge Rotary programs, and more information is available at 604-4114.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 2-27-20

by wcdonews Posted on February 27, 2020

41 year old Nasir Azmat of Franklin is due  in Town of Franklin court tonight to answer to more than 40 counts relating to animal cruelty, Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond said that it remains to be seen if Azmat shows up for court tonight:

(Sheriff DuMond 2-27-20)

Azmat’s court appearance is scheduled for 6:00 PM tonight in Franklin Town Court, 20 dogs allegedly used for dog fighting were taken from his property earlier this month by the Delaware County Sheriff’s Department.

The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that 5 firefighters were injured in a Middlefield garage fire on Otsego County Route 35.  The firefighters were injured following at least 1 explosion inside the garage, the injured were taken to Bassett Hospital, and state fire officials are investigating.  Firefighters from Middlefield, Cooperstown, Westford, Cherry Valley, and Milford responded to the fire Wednesday night.

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The public is invited to attend a Delaware County Chamber of Commerce sponsored roundtable discussion on the state and future of Delaware County and how to remove barriers to community growth.  The Event will be held on Tuesday, March 24th at 11:30 AM & includes a luncheon buffet prepared by SUNY Delhi culinary arts students at Bluestone.  Reservations are required at delawarecounty.org or by calling 746-2281.

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The Tri-town Coalition on Substance Abuse Prevention announced that their meeting originally scheduled for tonight in Sidney has been cancelled due to the weather.   The next meeting will be held on March 26th at the Sidney School.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for their annual Citizen of the Years & Business of the Years Awards; Sidney Chamber President Teri Schunk told WCDO News that they are adding 2 more awards this year:

(Teri Schunk 2-27-20)

The winners of the awards will be honored at the Sidney Chamber Annual Dinner in June.

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The Village of Delhi Police Department arrested 23-year-old Shakiea Goodwin of Brooklyn for 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument. Goodwin is accused of passing counterfeit $50 bills at a local garage to pay the tow bill on a vehicle that had been impounded by the police over the previous weekend. Goodwin was arraigned in the Town of Hamden Court where she was released on her own recognizance.

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The State Commission on Judicial Conduct has suggested the removal from duty of Broome County Family Court Judge Richard Miller.  Miller is accused of making sexist & demeaning remarks to female staff members, and for failing to report income and pay sufficient taxes.  Judge Miller may accept the recommendations & resign, or he may request a review by the State Court of Appeals.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-26-20

by wcdonews Posted on February 26, 2020

The State Department of Health is continuing to monitor the status of the Corona Virus in New York State.  Governor Cuomo commented this afternoon in Albany:

(Cuomo 2-26-20)

There are no positive cases yet in New York State for the virus.  There have been 26 negative test results, with one case pending, according to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, and additional 40 million dollars will be made available to the State Health Department in the event that a positive test result occurs in New York State.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a 911 call for a burglary in progress on Seeley Wood Road in the Town of Walton.  Deputies were informed that 40 year old Ryan Kite of Walton fled from the scene; Kite is accused of forcefully entering the residence & allegedly stole prescription medication and choked a female victim.  Deputies located Kite in Walton Tuesday evening, he was charged with 2nd degree Burglary, Criminal Mischief & Criminal Obstruction of Breathing or Blood Circulation, he was arraigned & was released on his own recognizance pending his appearance in the Town of Walton Court on a later date.

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Commerce Chenango will hold their annual Economic Outlook Breakfast Thursday Morning in Norwich, Commerce Chenango President Kerri Green comments:

(Kerri Green 2-27-20)

Green said that the event is sponsored by NBT Bank, Preferred Mutual Insurance & Development Chenango & will be held at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

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The Emmanuel Episcopal Church of Norwich has committed $25,000 toward a new emergency room and walk-in center at UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital.  Parish leaders presented a ceremonial check Tuesday to campaign leaders; it is the latest pledge in the Chenango Memorial Hospital’s largest fundraising effort in 3 decades.  More information about the fundraiser & the project is available at 337-4183 or via email at melissa.stagnaro@nyuhs.org.

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Jury selection began Tuesday in Otsego County court for the trial of Kimberly Steeley of East Worcester.  Steely is charged with Manslaughter for the asphyxiation deaths of her 2 infants 2 weeks apart in June 2018.

Oneonta Police arrested 26 year old Thomas Miller of Oneonta for 8 counts of Making Graffiti, & 5 counts of Criminal Mischief & 1 count of Criminal Mischief in the 3rd degree as a hate crime.  Miller is accused of painting an offensive symbol on an Oneonta church, and graffiti on private property & businesses in recent months, he was issued an appearance ticket for the City of Oneonta Court at a later date.

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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold a Business After Hours Event today, at My Home Gym On state Route 7.  The event will be held 6:00 to 8:00 PM this evening.

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The American Red Cross and the American Cancer Society have teamed up to encourage people across the country to Give Blood to Give Time, ensuring loved ones have the strength and support to battle cancer.  A blood drive is being held today at the Bainbridge High School from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

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A State Budget Presentation will be held by Commissioner of the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services Major General Patrick Murphy in Norwich today.  The presentation will be held at 12:00 p.m. at the Northeast Classic Car Museum, Rexford Street in Norwich.

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The Tobacco Free Communities of Delaware Otsego & Schoharie Counties will hold an open house & ribbon cutting today in Oneonta today.  The organization will open their office at 155 Main Street in Oneonta in Suite C; the event will run from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM & is open to the public.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 2-25-20

by wcdonews Posted on February 25, 2020

Binghamton police have identified the body found Sunday along the Susquehanna River, as 72-year-old Susan Wayman of Binghamton & formerly from Sidney. Wayman was reported missing about a month ago, the death has been ruled non-criminal; Wayman was identified following an autopsy, she graduated froom Sidney High School in 1965.

Delhi Police stopped a motor vehicle for speeding Saturday on Meredith Street, Police discovered that the occupants of the vehicle were in possession of marihuana, counterfeit money and suspected stolen property. Arrested were 20-year-old Maleik Garland of Queens, 22-year-old Chadwade Chambers, 26-year-old Michael Stevens Jr. & 22-year-old Taijih Bryant, all of Brooklyn, all 4 were arraigned, Garland was being held in the Delaware County jail pending future court action, the others were released on appearance tickets.

The Otsego County Sheriff’s department is investigating the death of a man found in a barn near Emmons that Oneonta Fire fighters responded to Monday night. The unidentified man was found in a barn at 130 Riverstone Road, where a fully-involved barn fire was reported at about 11:20 pm Monday Night. Firefighters from Schenevus, Milford and Pindars Corners assisted the Oneonta Fire department. An autopsy has been ordered & the investigation is ongoing, and Susquehanna SPCA took a dog and four horses to the shelter from the property.

Governor Cuomo today announced that up to $5 million in 2nd round census funding will be made available to nonprofits that are participating in the State Complete Count Census campaign. The funding will help fund nonprofits in their efforts to reach at-risk and hard-to-count communities and ensure they are counted during the 2020 Census. Applications may be submitted for a 30 day period that ends on March 26; nonprofits can apply for pre-qualification ny.gov/2020-census.

Assemblyman Cliff Crouch joined senators, Congressman Tom Reed & members of the Assembly Minority Conference Monday at a press conference in Albany to show their opposition to the Green Light Law:

(Crouch 2-25-20)

The Green Light Law allows illegal immigrants the right to obtain driver’s licenses, it has raised Homeland Security concerns due to it blocking law enforcement’s ability to view DMV files and the records of illegal immigrants who have broken the law, which is preventing Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to conduct investigations.

The Green Light Law allows illegal immigrants the right to obtain driver’s licenses, it has raised Homeland Security concerns due to it blocking law enforcement’s ability to view DMV files and the records of illegal immigrants who have broken the law, which is preventing Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to conduct investigations.

US Senator Chuck Schumer & Congressman Anthony Brindisi joined Major League Baseball officials, New York Mets executives, Binghamton Rumble Ponies owner John Hughes, and other elected officials for a summit on how to keep the Rumble Ponies in Binghamton Monday. MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred wanted to eliminate more than 40 minor league teams, including the Rumble Ponies. Schumer & Brindisi have urged Major League Baseball to follow-up on a promise made to provide the team with a list of needed improvements for their stadium.

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Congressman Anthony Brindisi announced to a crowd of supporters in Binghamton that he is officially running for re-election to represent the 22nd New York Congressional District.  Brindisi has had 4 pieces of his legislation signed into law by President Trump, addressing issues from job creation to supporting our Veterans; he kicks off his re-election campaign with more than $1.8 million in the bank.

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Heart Health will be the topic tonight for the Women’s Health talk in Norwich.  February is American Heart Month, Joel Cummings & Melissa Tubolino of UHS will be the guest speakers tonight at the Bohemian Moon in Norwich. The Presentation begins at 7:00 PM, more information is available at 337-4283.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 2-24-20

by wcdonews Posted on February 24, 2020

Binghamton Police responded Sunday afternoon to the banks of the Susquehanna River in Binghamton, after a dead body was found by a man talking a walk through the woods.  The body was removed & the investigation is ongoing.

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Congressman Anthony Brindisi will host a Re-Election Rally today in Binghamton. This event is free and open to the public, & will be held at the Lost Dog Cafe & Lounge, 222 Water St, Binghamton at 2:15 pm.

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Governor Cuomo said the Albany Jewish Community Center was evacuated and searched Sunday morning after it and several other centers around the country received anonymous emailed threats.  Police evacuated about 100 people, searched the building and declared it safe, similar threats were emailed to 18 other Jewish Community Centers around the country.  The FBI is investigating.  There have been 42 anti-Semitic incidents around the state since the beginning of the year.

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Governor Cuomo is reportedly back-pedaling on the controversial Bail Reform Laws, as more & more people are being released without bail & committing crimes shortly after leaving the court house, Assemblyman Cliff Crouch said that he hopes that the issue gets corrected:

(Crouch 2-24-20)

Senate Leader Andrea Stewart Cousins also said recently that the Bail Reform laws need to be discussed and more violent crimes need to be removed from the law to give judges the ability to remand dangerous people to jail.

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The Broome County District Attorney Michael Korchak says 49-year-old Bilal Flynn of Endicott has been convicted of 7 counts of criminally possession of a controlled substance plus criminally using drug paraphernalia.  Korchak said that Flynn was a major drug dealer in the southern tier, Police seized powder cocaine, crack cocaine, heroin, drug packaging materials and digital scales from Flynn at the time of his arrest in June 2019 by the Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force and indicted by a grand jury in August 2019.

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On Friday, a jury convicted Lawrence Faucett of Ulster, Pennsylvania for criminally negligent homicide in the death of State DOT worker Dennis Howe in March of 2019.  Howe was killed when his parked advance warning vehicle was struck on the shoulder of State Route 17 by Faucett, who was driving a tractor-trailer & did not comply with New York’s Move Over law.

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Governor Cuomo launched a new campaign to ban all flavored nicotine vaping products, including menthol flavors, and to restrict vaping advertisements aimed at youth. The proposed legislation would authorize the State Department of Health to regulate the sale of vaping product carrier oils deemed to be a public health risk & prohibit the online, phone and mail order sale of e-cigarettes; only registered retailers would be allowed to purchase e-cigarettes using those methods. More information is available at ny.gov/endvaping.

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There will be a Vietnam Era Veterans Pinning Ceremony today Hosted by Congressman Anthony Brindisi in Norwich.  The event will be held from 10:00 AM until 12:00 Noon at the Chenango Arts Council, 27 West Main Street in Norwich.

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