WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 12-13-19

by wcdonews Posted on December 13, 2019

The State Health Department urges New Yorkers to get a flu shot as new numbers released today show increases in laboratory confirmed cases of influenza. Last week, 1,839 laboratory confirmed influenza cases were reported to the State Health Department a 60% increase from the previous week.  There have been almost 5,000 laboratory confirmed cases reported to the Department this flu season, with 1,040 flu-related hospitalizations and one flu-associated pediatric death reported.

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Former Delhi Village Clerk Michele Barnes pleaded guilty on Thursday after pocketing $4,788 in public funds for her personal use, following an audit and investigation by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli’s office.  Barnes issued 4 checks to herself from December 2017 to October 2018. She pleaded guilty to petty larceny and agreed to pay full restitution plus $500 to cover the village of Delhi’s insurance deductible in lieu of 3 years’ probation plus 1 year conditional discharge. 

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Governor Cuomo has signed “Gio’s Bill” named after a 14 year old Giovanni Cipriano of Long island,  the new bill will allow police officers and firefighters to administer Epinephrine auto-injectors to individuals experiencing severe allergic reactions.  Cipriano died in October of 2013 from an allergic reaction after eating a peanut product, and suffered a severe anaphylactic attack.

State Police arrested 33 year old Thomas Shaw of Franklin for Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs, after a trooper was dispatched to a report of an overturned vehicle on State Highway 357 in the town of Franklin.  Minutes before the crash, multiple citizens had contacted 911 reporting an erratic driver.  Shaw was transported to Bassett Medical Center; he was later arrested and issued appearance tickets to the town of Franklin court.

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The Chenango Arts Council announced the return of Illusionist Jason Bishop at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich Saturday night, Council CEO Alecia O’Neill comments:

(Alecia O’Neill 12-13-19)

Jason Bishop has appeared on several of the Late Night TV Talk Shows & he makes his return to Norwich tomorrow night, tickets are available at chenangoarts.org.

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The annual Operation Merry Christmas giveaway day will be tomorrow in Sidney, spokesperson Dorene Ireland explains:

(Dorene Ireland 12-13-19)

The giveaway will be from 9:00 to 3:00 at AO Fox Hospital Tri Town Campus on Pearl Street in Sidney, Ireland said that this year was one of the biggest years for requests for presents for area children.

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The Oxford Lions Club is inviting the community to their annual Jim Podraza Free Christmas Dinner on Saturday, December 14, served from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church parish at 32 Main St. This holiday event invites all persons in need of fellowship.  More information is available at 843-8440 or oxfordlions.org.  also, Santa Claus is coming to the Oxford American Legion during the Sunday Breakfast, at 8:30 AM,   The Post is collecting non-perishable food donations, The Oxford American Legion Post #376, is located at 17 South Washington Avenue, more information is available at 843-8166 or OxfordLegion.com. 

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State Police arrested 36 year old Lucas Wank of Deposit for Driving While Intoxicated & Possessing a Loaded Firearm in a Motor Vehicle after a trooper was dispatched to a 1-car crash on Old Route 17 in the town of Sanford.  Wank was transported to Wilson Hospital for evaluation; he was issued appearance tickets to the town of Sanford court for January 13th.

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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce continues with their Holiday festivities again tomorrow, Spokesperson June White explains:

(June White 12-13-19)

White said that on Sunday Carolers will sing Christmas songs starting out at 5:00 PM at Bob’s Diner.

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NY State of Health announced that as of December 11, more than 200,000 consumers have enrolled in a 2020 Qualified Health Plan, outpacing enrollment from the same period last year by approximately 7,000 enrollees.  Consumers must enroll or renew by December 15 for coverage beginning January 1, 2020.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 12-12-19

by wcdonews Posted on December 12, 2019

Following a lengthy investigation, The Delaware County Board of Supervisors voted to fire County Social Services Commissioner Dana Scuderi-Hunter, for alleged disciplinary issues during her tenure.  Deputy Commissioner Sylvia Armano will continue to head up the department following Scuderi-Hunter’s dismissal.

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State Police arrested 25 year old Emily Ives of Morris for DWI, with a B.A.C of .14%.  Troopers were advised of lookout for a vehicle with out of state license plates driving erratically on Otsego County Road 48 in the town of Otego.  Troopers located Ives in a running vehicle in the town of Oneonta, she attempted to leave the scene unsuccessfully, and she was issued appearance tickets & was turned over to a sober third party.

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Mirabito Energy Products has committed $100,000 toward the construction of a new emergency department and walk in center at UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich.  The pledge is the latest commitment to the Norwich hospital’s capital campaign kicked off their capital campaign in August, which is likely to continue through the end of the year.  More information is available at 337-4183 or by email to melissa.stagnaro@nyuhs.org.

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State Police at Norwich arrested 51 year old Eden Nelson of Greene for DWI following a report of an accident in the town of Greene, with 1 vehicle struck in a guiderail and the operator fleeing the scene.   Nelson was located, arrested & she was processed then released on appearance tickets to the town of Greene court on January 9th. 

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Governor Cuomo today signed legislation to ensure health insurers do not deny coverage for urgent and medically necessary procedures and treatments. The law expands prior authorization exceptions and requires insurance companies to cover additional services and procedures related to existing surgical or other invasive procedures, concurrent symptoms and associated side effects.   This new law will take effect in 90 days.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for Eric Marks of Conklin on an outstanding warrant.  Marks is a White Male, 6’ 4”, 220 Pounds, with Brown Eyes & Hair, anyone with information on the location of Marks is asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office at gobroomecounty.com/sheriff/warrants or by calling the 778-1196.  

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The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public’s assistance with 2 forced entry burglaries on December 9th at the Mirabito Convenience Store and Subway at 494 West Main St. and the Hancock Post Office.  Authorities asks that anyone with information regarding these burglaries to contact the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office Investigators at (607)-832-5629.

State Police at Oneonta arrested 37 year old Hector Reiter of Otego for the felony Aggravated DWI, and Aggravated Unlicensed Operator, after a trooper initiated a traffic stop on Lower Main Street in the city of Oneonta after he observed Reiter operating a vehicle in an unsafe manner.   Reiter’s B.A.C was .21%, he was processed then transported to Otsego County Central Arraignment and Processing.

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State Police at Sidney arrested 57 year old Thomas Brainerd of Unadilla forAggravated DWI with a reportable B.A.C of .26%.  Troopers were dispatched to a report of a two-car crash on State Highway 7 in the town of Unadilla.  An investigation revealed that Brainerd failed to yield to another vehicle while leaving a driveway, while intoxicated.  A passenger of the other vehicle was taken to AO Fox Hospital Tri-Town Campus,  Brainerd was processed and released on appearance tickets to the town of Unadilla court on December 16th.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-11-19

by wcdonews Posted on December 11, 2019

State Police and local law enforcement agencies will be stepping up patrols starting today; to crack down on impaired driving during the busy holiday travel season. The enforcement campaign will run through Wednesday, January 1 & it is part of the national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” initiative.    During the 2018 enforcement campaign, law enforcement throughout the state arrested 4,142 people for impaired driving and issued 144,197 tickets for other vehicle and traffic law violations.

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Governor Cuomo signed legislation to ensure absentee ballots match ballots used to vote on Election Day, and that the new simplified absentee ballot applications created in 2010 are used in school district elections.   The New Bill follows earlier legislation expediting party enrollment changes to make it easier for voters to participate in primary elections; it removed the October 11th deadline and gives voters until February 14th to make changes to party enrollment and still vote in the April presidential and June congressional and state primaries.

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Oneonta Police & Firefighters rescued an unidentified woman from the spillway near Oneonta Creek Tuesday afternoon, in an apparent suicide attempt.  The 34 year old woman was pulled from the water and taken to AO Fox Hospital for treatment.

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State Senator Fred Akshar & Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo are sponsoring the Demos Ford Act, named after a Binghamton Boy suffering from Lyme disease.  The Act would establish specific guidelines and protocols for healthcare providers in the proper diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease & other tick borne illnesses.

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Residents in the towns of Sanford & Windsor are banding together to try to stop Calpine from placing 25 wind turbines in their towns.  The town of Sanford board has passed new restrictions to limit the distance turbines can be placed from personal property, and for the noise frequencies that they may produce.  Calpine is the same company that is also trying to build a similar amount of wind turbines in the town of Guilford.

The Otsego County Fair is hosting their 1st Annual Holiday of Lights at the Fairgrounds in Morris this Thursday, Friday & Saturday Nights.  Fair President Joe Kolka explains

(Joe Kolka 12-11-19)

Kolka said that the event will begin at about 5:00 PM each night; more information is available at 287-1325.

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Governor Cuomo signed legislation establishing a regulatory framework for the production and sale of hemp and hemp extract. The measure also requires the hemp industry to test and label their products, it creates a registration requirement for sellers of hemp extract products; makes regulatory changes to the 2018 Farm Bill; and defers decision making on hemp extracts, including CBD, as additives for food and beverages.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 12-10-19

by wcdonews Posted on December 10, 2019

State Police have released additional information about the fatal snowmobile accident on Chipmunk Hollow Road in the town of Walton Friday Evening.  46-year-old Jeffrey Benson of Walton succumbed to hypothermia/cardiac arrest after he and his sled went through ice.   Benson and a friend were riding on snowmobiles across a pond when the friend observed Benson and his snowmobile break through the ice and went back to assist Benson unsuccessfully.  The unidentified friend rode to the nearest residence to call 911.   Benson was located up to his neck in water and was pulled out of the pond the Walton Fire Department and EMS, Benson was deceased.  No foul play was observed.

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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies were dispatched Monday Morning to a 1 car property damage auto accident in the McDonald’s parking lot in Delhi.   19 year-old Andrew Lyon of East Meredith collided with a protective pylon located near the restaurant’s drive-thru, he was charged with Aggravated DWI, with a Blood Alcohol Content more than 3 times the legal limit.  Lyon was also issued numerous tickets for other infractions; he was arraigned in the Town of Delhi Court and remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on lieu of $1,000 Cash Bail pending action in Town of Delhi Court at a later date.

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32 year old Nicolas Meridy of Oneonta will be held on $50,000 cash bail or $100,000 bond, after arraignment Monday in Otsego County Court on 4 felony counts, for his role in the October killing of 53 year old Kenneth Robinson of Worcester.  Meridy was previously being held without bail prior to the arraignment on Grand Jury charges, he was charged with 2nd degree Murder, 1st degree Burglary, plus attempted robbery & arson, along with Dylan Robinson & Alexander Borgreen of Oneonta.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30 year old Matthew Baxter of Harpursville Saturday following a domestic dispute in the Town of Colesville.   Baxter allegedly broke a chair over his mother’s back while being under the influence of narcotics, the victim sustained a serious physical injury and Baxter was charged with 1st degree Assault, and was sent to the Broome County Correctional Facility for processing.

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The Unatego Central school District will hold their annual Senior Citizens day tomorrow morning, with a variety of events scheduled, according to Student Council Advisor Jeanne Butler:

(Jeanne Butler 12-10-19)

The event will begin at 8:30 Wednesday morning; The Unatego District has hosted this event for about 10 years.

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The Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services’ Office of Counter Terrorism conducted more than 1,000 counter terrorism exercises throughout the state for the 2nd consecutive year. During these exercises, state and local counter terrorism experts work in tandem to assess the ability of businesses to recognize and report suspicious activity; so far the Department of Homeland Security has conducted more than 3,500 exercises.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Department arrested William Hatton of Oxford on a bench warrant issued by the Town of Norwich Court for the felony of Grand Larceny.   Hatton was located inside of a garage in Smithville at the residence and refused to come outside, he was located hiding in a crawl space in the roof of the building & was taken into custody, & was arraigned in the Town of Norwich Court & was remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $2,000 cash bail.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Department arrested 22 year old Andrew Palmer of Norwich on a warrant issued by the Chenango County Court for violating his terms of Probation for a prior charge of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance; Palmer was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility without bail.

Governor Cuomo announced that opioid overdose deaths among New York State residents, outside New York City, declined 15.9 percent in 2018 compared to 2017, the first decrease in 10 years. Over 1,900 people died from opioid overdoses last year.  The progress is the direct result of recommendations from the New York State Heroin and Opioid Task Force, which Governor Cuomo convened in 2016 & reconvened earlier this year.  The full report is available at health.ny.gov.

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The Award-winning hit musical JERSEY BOYS, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, will play the Forum Theatre Tonight & Tomorrow night.  Tickets can be purchased online at BroadwayInBinghamton.com, at The Arena Box Office or through Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000.

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The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce will hold their next Business After Hours event today from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Bombers Burrito Bar 221 Main Street in Oneonta.  The event allows for chamber members to network with other area business owners.

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Plans are underway to have the State Police in charge of State Park Police, due to the soaring attendance at state parks.  Governor Cuomo stated that the change will make it easier to deploy state resources to parks visited by 74 million people a year; executive staff members will oversee the transition over the next 6 months.

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Governor Cuomo announced $45 million has been awarded to 57 counties and New York City to enhance emergency communications. The funding enables local governments to expand emergency response capabilities and enhance overall public safety operations.   Locally,   Delaware County gets $460,776, Chenango County $544,575 & Otsego County gets $679,156.

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WCDO MONDAY 12-9-19

by wcdonews Posted on December 9, 2019

State Police are investigating the death of a Walton man who died while snowmobiling Friday.  46 year old Jeffrey Benson’s snowmobile went through ice Friday, at about 6:15 PM, near Chipmunk Hollow Road in the town of Walton; a friend that Benson was snowmobiling with tried to pull him out of the water unsuccessfully, Walton firefighters eventually pulled him out.  The cause of death is suspected to be hypothermia, the investigation is ongoing.

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State Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker declared that influenza is now prevalent in New York State. This announcement means that healthcare workers who are not vaccinated against influenza wear surgical or procedure masks in patient areas.  Laboratory-confirmed cases are in 42 counties and all 5 boroughs of New York City. So far, there are 691 flu-related hospitalizations and 1 flu-associated pediatric death reported.  More information is available at health.ny.gov.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 25 year old Dystinee Rubera of Unadilla  with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Moved from lane unsafely and Operate Motor Vehicle by Unlicensed Driver. The arrest occurred as result of a traffic stop on State Highway 10 in the Town of Delhi, Rubera was issued an appearance ticket to Town of Delhi Court at a later date.

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Another free Christmas Day dinner is being offered by Gene Schmidt & his family at the Sidney Fire Department on River Street, Schmidt is looking for volunteers to help out:

(Gene Schmidt 12-9-19)

The dinner will be held from 1:00 to 4:00 PM Christmas Day, those who would like more information, or to volunteer, can call Schmidt at 607-610-4030.

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Several Dietz Street area businesses owners are teaming up for a lawsuit against the City of Oneonta, they claim that the city did not follow proper procedure when they approved of plans for new housing on Dietz Street.  Plans call for are related apartments & businesses to go into the Lofts project on Dietz Street, some of the parking spots in the Municipal lot would be removed in favor of the new building. 

Investigators from the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 27-year-old Anthony Masi Friday, for Criminal Contempt.  Masi was being held at the Delaware County Correctional Facility on a Parole violation, he allegedly violated an Order of Protection issued by the City of Norwich Court.  Masi was arraigned in the Town of Delhi Court and remanded back to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $1,000 cash bail, or $2,000.00 bond & he will appear in the Town of Delhi Court at a later date for further Court action. 

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Governor Cuomo today announced a new $14 million initiative to support agriculture with a new funding opportunity, to address the threat of the conversion of viable agricultural land to non-farm development and help farms facing financial difficulties because of increased challenges resulting from trade disputes, increasing debt, changing consumer preferences and climate change. The grant program will assist eligible farmers with the acquisition of perpetual conservation easements on agricultural land and ensure the long-term viability of New York’s farming operations.

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The Otsego County Board of Representatives voted last week to approve their 2020 budget plan, and voted to approve of adding the position of County Manager at an annual salary of $150,000, a search will be conducted and a county manager is expected to be hired later next year.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 44-Year-Old Jubar McDaniel of St. Albans, for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle, Failure to Comply with a Lawful Order, Speeding as well as several other charges, after he failed to comply with law enforcement on State Highway 17 in Hancock, into the Town of Colchester, and he stopped in Sullivan County.  McDaniel was arraigned in the Colchester Town Court, and subsequently remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $500 cash, or $1,500 bond.  McDaniel is scheduled to return to the Town of Colchester Court at a later date. 

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The American Red Cross will hold a Blood Drive in Sidney Today at the A.O. Fox Hospital Tri-Town Campus from 1:30 to 6:30 PM, appointments are requested at 1-800-red cross or redcrossblood.org.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 12-6-19

by wcdonews Posted on December 6, 2019

4 people accused of participating in the murder of 53 year old Kenneth Robinson of Worcester in October, were arraigned in Otsego County Court.  15-year-old Anais Soto of Oneonta was granted a reduction in bail to $2500; she was released & was ordered to wear an ankle monitor.  Dylan Robinson, Alexander Borgreen & Nicolas Meridy were arraigned for 2nd degree Murder, 1st degree Burglary, and Attempted Robbery, Meridy is still being held without bail; Robinson and Borgreen’s are being held on $25,000 cash Bail or $50,000 Bond.

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Stephanie Shulgay of Worcester pleaded guilty to 4th degree Grand Larceny, for stealing about $33,000 from an elderly couple that she worked for as a caretaker.  Shulgay was sentenced to 12 weeks in jail and five years of probation, she has already complied with full restitution

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The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a narcotics search warrant Wednesday in Binghamton; they arrested 32 year old Christopher Fox on a variety of Drug charges.  Officers seized 24 grams of Fentanyl, plus marijuana, drug packaging materials and approximately $ 7,400 in cash from suspected drug sales.  Fox was arraigned & was remanded to the Broome County Jail pending future court action

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The Sidney Elks Lodge will hold a free Dinner this Saturday at 1:00 PM for area veterans, service members & their families, Reservations are requested at 265-3804 or 563-2175, last year, about 90 free meals were served at the Sidney Elks Lodge.

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The Franklin Railroad & Community Museum announced that they will raise money for Helios Care, with their Sports Memorabilia Auctions this month & Bids can be placed by calling 829-2692. The Museum on Main Street in Franklin will be open this Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, the winning auction bids will be announced on December 29th. 

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Sidney Center will have their annual “Holiday In The Hamlet” celebration Saturday starting at 5:15 with Santa Claus, the event will be held at the Sidney Center Fire station.

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The Chenango County Health Department will hold their last Rabies vaccination clinic tomorrow in Norwich.  The clinic for dogs, cats & ferrets will be held from 9:30 to 11:00 AM at the Norwich Fire Station, More information is available at 337-1673.

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“Breakfast With Santa” will be hosted by the Chenango Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Saturday from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, it will be held at the Norwich VFW at 61 East Main Street in Norwich.

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Krystal Lee “The Country Sweetheart” has launched a campaign to collect toy donations to benefit the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program. 2 shows will be held to collect toy donations, the 1st at J&D’s Wagon Wheel tonight from 9:00 to 11:00 PM, the 2nd on Saturday at 4:00 PM at the Oneonta Holiday Parade, where Krystal will perform on Santa’s float. Drop Boxes for toys will be located at the Eighth Note Music Store, Transitions Boutique and the Amish Barn Company in Oneonta.

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Destination Oneonta will hold their 3rd Annual Day of Holiday Fun Saturday & Sunday.  Saturday celebrations include the Home for the Holidays Parade at 4:00 PM, followed by the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5:30pm on Main Street in Muller Plaza; Santa will meet with children at Santa’s Cottage.  On Sunday, there will be a Gingerbread Contest, the Festival of Trees & Holiday Cookie Swap, at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street.

Otsego County Sheriff’s Department arrested 22 year old John Morton of Fayetteville, for the theft of a motor vehicle from the Village of Cooperstown on December 1st.  Police were called to Stewart’s following the complaint by a patron that when she returned to her car from inside the store, her vehicle was gone; she did leave the car unlocked with it running.   State Police located the vehicle on State Route 28 in Richfield Springs, Morton was charged with 3rd degree Grand Larceny, & 2 counts of Petty Larceny, he was arraigned & remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $2000 cash bail or $4,000 bond pending future court action.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce Holiday Parade & visit with Santa Claus will be held to in Downtown Sidney, Chamber President Teri Schunk explains:

(Teri Schunk 12-6-19)

Santa Claus will meet with the Children in Whitaker Way immediately following the parade on Main Street.

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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce is holding a number of Holiday activities tomorrow, Chamber Spokesperson June White explains:

(June White 12-6-19)

Also, the Toys for Tots caravan of Tractor Trailers will arrive at General Clinton Park at about 1:20 PM Saturday.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold their next networking breakfast this morning from 8:30 to 10:00 am at the Feather & Stone Restaurant at 38 West Street in Walton.   The featured speaker is State Senator Jen Metzger.

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The Friends of Afton Parade Committee will hold the annual Afton Christmas Parade Saturday.  The Parade line-up will be at Corporate Park on Route 7 at 4:00 pm, the parade starts at 5:00pm & Santa will be in the NBT Bank after the parade. Food and hot beverages provided by the Chamber of Commerce and VFW, located inside the VFW. Community bonfire located in the First Baptist Church Parking lot after the parade. More information is available at 208-5005, or the “Friends of Afton” Facebook page.

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Hartwick College will host its First Year Seminar Symposium today 4:00 to 5:30 PM in the Library at Yager Hall. The event, which is free and open to the public, will provide an opportunity for first-year students to show off their work, ranging from research about political change to displays of visual and performing arts. Appetizers, desserts, and beverages will be available for all participants and guests.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 12-5-19

by wcdonews Posted on December 5, 2019

Governor Cuomo today announced the next steps for the $15 minimum wage phase-in will take effect December 31st, following a report by the Division of the Budget that found the decline in New York’s unemployment rate to record lows indicates that recent minimum wage increases have been absorbed with little to no impacts in every region.   The minimum wage will rise $15.00 an hour in New York City & to $11.80 on December 31st for the upstate Counties.

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Raymond Corporation of Greene contributed to more than 150 nonprofit and educational organizations, spanning a variety of causes and efforts this year, with monetary contributions, forklift donations and voluntary participation of Raymond associates’ time.  Raymond also opened its doors to the public for several community and educational events throughout 2019 to encourage the growth of the manufacturing industry.  Raymond officials said that they will continue to partner with local organizations in the coming years through charity events that sponsor local community sports programs, high school activities and arts programs.

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Leadership Otsego is looking for applicants to participate in next year’s 6-month program to broaden knowledge of community organizations and sharpen leadership skills.  Leadership Otsego meets 1 day a month from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, primarily in Oneonta with excursions to various locations around the county.  Classes start on Wednesday January 15th, 2020, Applicants must Email their “Leadership Otsego Intent” containing a link to a LinkedIn profile on or before December 15th to  baheegan@otsegocc.com and loretta@otsegocc.com.   More information is available at 432-4500.

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The American Red Cross will hold a Blood Drive in Sidney Next week.  The Blood drive will be held on Monday at the AO Fox Hospital Tri-Town Campus from 1:30 to 6:30 PM, appointments are requested at 1-800-red cross or redcrossblood.org.

Fenimore Art Museum will host an opening reception today for a showing of photographs of animals, taken at the Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, SPCA Spokesperson Alexis Izzo explains:

(Alexis Izzo 12-4-19)

The exhibit, titled “Second Chances: Susquehanna SPCA,” The opening reception will be held from 5:30 to 7:00 PM today in the museum’s Community Gallery and is free and open to the public, the exhibit will be open through the end of the month.

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The Sidney Elks Lodge will hold a free Dinner this Saturday for area veterans, service members & their families, lodge spokesman Mark Little explains:

(Mark Little 12-5-19)

Little said that reservations can be made at 265-3804 or 563-2175.

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The State Office for the Aging encourages older New Yorkers with Medicare to review and make any needed changes to their health plans and prescription drug coverage for the upcoming year before the Medicare open enrollment period ends on December 7, 2019. Plan changes take effect January 1, 2020.  Medicare health and prescription drug plans can make changes each year to costs, coverage, and what providers and pharmacies are in their networks.

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Democrat Jim Barber of Middleburgh will challenge State Senator James Seward for the Senate next year. Barber announced he will hold a campaign launch event on Saturday, December 14th.  Barber’s public service includes 7 years as the New York State Executive Director for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency and 2 years in the State Department of Agriculture and Markets as a Special Assistant to the Commissioner. Seward was first elected to the state senate in 1986.

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Broadway in Binghamton presents Rudolph the Musical tonight at the Forum Theater in Binghamton.  More information is available at Broadway in Binghamton.com or at ticketmaster.com.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-4-19

by wcdonews Posted on December 4, 2019

The Delaware Valley Humane Society in Sidney is teaming up with Staffworks to raise money this month, to help pay for the Shelter’s everyday expenses, Shelter Director Erin Insinga discussed the fundraiser on WCDO this morning:

(Erin Insinga 12-4-19)

More information is available by calling the Delaware Valley Humane Society at 563-7780, or by logging onto their Facebook page.

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The Franklin Railroad & Community Museum each December raises money with an auction to benefit a local cause, this year; they have chosen Helios Care, spokesperson Alicia Fish comments:

(Alicia Fish 12-4-19)

The Museum is located at 572 Main Street in Franklin, the winning auction bids will be announced on December 29th.  Placing a bid can be performed by calling 829-2692.

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The Oneonta Common Council passed their annual budget plan last night.  The Budget totals 17.1 Million Dollars, with a tax Levy increase of 1.75%, the water & sewer rates will increase by 5%.

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Organizers of the Goodyear Lake Polar Bear Jump have cancelled the annual event this year.  Organizers Brenda & Jamie Waters suffered serious injuries in a motor vehicle accident last month & will be unable to participate, they expect to hold the next Polar Jump on February 20th 2021.

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The Binghamton Devils today announced they will be holding their annual food drive starting today until Friday, December 13, benefitting CHOW.  Fans can bring in 4 or more non-perishable food items starting today and receive a free ticket to a Devils game on Saturday, December 14 vs. Utica or Wednesday, December 18 vs. Rochester.  Donations will be accepted during normal business hours, Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, at the Binghamton Devils front office on the third floor of the Floyd L. Maines Veterans Memorial Arena.  More information is available at binghamtondevils.com or 722-7367.

State Police are asking for the public’s help in locating 16 year old Aiden Demorier of Bloomville, who was last seen on November 19th.  Demorier is white, 5’10”, 180 pound with blonde hair and brown eyes, wearing black sweatpants with a white stripe down the sides and a dark colored sweatshirt. He is believed to be in the Norwich, Anyone with any information is asked to contact the State Missing Persons clearing house at 1-800-346-5363, or the State Police Troop C headquarters at 561-7400.

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On Tuesday, Delaware County Sheriff’s Department Investigators, assisted by Correction Officers, arrested 29-year-old William Laraby of Utica, for Promoting Prison Contraband.  Laraby is incarcerated at the Delaware County Correctional Facility on an unrelated Sexual Abuse, charge, is accused SubOxone & another controlled substance while inside the facility.   Laraby remains incarcerated at the Delaware County Correctional Facility & will be arraigned in the Town of Delhi Court on December 17th.

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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies responded to County Hwy 21 in the Town of Walton for a report of a property damage auto accident Saturday.   Deputies arrested 49 year old Joseph Lavin of Collingwood, New Jersey for Driving While Intoxicated, Unlawful Possession of Marihuana, Speed not reasonable and prudent and failure to keep right. Joseph was arranged in the Village of Walton Court and was released on his own recognizance, he will return to the Town of Walton Court at a later date.

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The Sidney Chamber’s Monthly Meeting will be held at the Trackside this morning on Main Street.  The meeting starts at 7:45 am, members & directors are urged to attend.

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