WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 9-12-19

by wcdonews Posted on September 12, 2019

30 year old Dustin Freeman of Morris was sentenced in Chenango County Court was sentenced to 18 years in prison, following a guilty plea for 1st degree rape & criminal sale of a controlled substance.  Freeman pleaded guilty to raping a New Berlin woman in her home in December and for selling cocaine. 

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25 year old Cody Franciscovich has been indicted in Tioga County Court on 2 counts of 2nd-degree murder in connection with the killing of his 8-month-old baby Ruby, who was found on June 9th by State Police in a pond behind St. Patrick’s Cemetery in the Town of Tioga.  Franciscovich was originally charged with 1st-degree murder charge, that charge was downgraded in the indictment.   Franciscovich remains held in the Tioga County jail without bail.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Department arrested 29 year old Samantha Smith & 38 year old Vincent Guglielmo of Plymouth, following an investigation into the assault of a 4 year old girl & a 5 year old Boy.  Smith & Guglielmo were charged with 2nd & 3rd degree Assault, Endangering the Welfare of a Child & Unlawful Imprisonment,  both were remanded to the Chenango County Jail on large cash bail pending future court action, the investigation is continuing.

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Governor Cuomo signed 6 Bills yesterday to help ensure first responders and public sector officers and employees who developed a qualifying health condition as a result of their response to 9/11 rescue, recovery and clean-up efforts at World Trade Center sites receive the pension and health benefits they deserve.  The Governor posthumously awarded the Public Service Medal to Det. Luis Alvarez, an NYPD Detective and 9/11 First Responder who fought to make the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund permanent.

The Otsego County Democrats will hold their Annual Dinner & Silent Auction on Saturday September 21st.  The Keynote Speaker will be state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli.  The event will start at 5:00 PM at the Hunt Union Ballroom at the State University Campus in Oneonta.

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NBT Bank committed half a million dollars to UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital’s capital campaign, which will support the construction of a new Emergency Room and Walk-In Center at the Norwich hospital, as well as strategic investments in Diagnostic Imaging and infrastructure to support the growth of future services.   The pledge is the largest corporate commitment to the Norwich hospital’s capital campaign to date. 

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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will host a Mural Dedication & Chamber Open House on Monday, September 23rd @ 5:00 pm, at the mural on the Tepco Building at Front Street & State Route 206, followed by the Chamber Open House at the Wilsey Building.  The artists will be recognized and the mural will be dedicated, Chamber President John Payne will host the event.

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The Music & Merchants event will be held this Saturday at General Clinton Park, with several musical acts & many vendors, organizer Melissa Matthews explains:

(Melissa Matthews 9-13-19)

Sponsors are still being accepted at 242-8473, or right up to the start of the event at 11:00 Saturday at General Clinton Park.

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Commerce Chenango is hosting an Open House this Afternoon at their Downtown Norwich offices at 15 South Broad Street.  The event will run until 6:00 PM.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-11-19

by wcdonews Posted on September 11, 2019

Bail for 18 year old Cody Coleman of Smithville was set at $600,000 cash or $1 million bond earlier this week in Chenango County Court.  Coleman was charged with 2nd degree murder, criminal use of a firearm and criminal possession of a weapon for the May 3rd death of his 16-year-old girlfriend, Amelia Wakefield of Oxford.   Coleman is being held at the Chenango County Correctional Facility pending future court action.

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The Delaware County Historical Association is accepting nominations for its annual Awards of Merit. Individuals and groups who have made significant contributions to the preservation and presentation of local history, traditions and culture will be presented with awards at the Association’s Annual Meeting on Sunday, November 3rd.   More information is available at 746-3849, by E-mail:  dcha@delhi.net or online at dcha-ny.org

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Tomorrow is the last day to register online for this Saturday’s Bainbridge Glow Run at General Clinton Park, benefitting the charitable event’s founder Heather Bucalos of Sidney, who is facing cancer treatments for the 2nd time in 5 years.  Bucalos comments:

(Heather Bucalos 9-11-19)

The event starts at 5:00 PM Saturday at General Clinton Park; Bucalos started the event in 2015 as she was wrapping up her own Chemotherapy.

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Hartwick College will honor a pair of local benefactors during their True Blue Weekend on September 21st.   The late Clyde and Mildred Wright will be honored with the naming of Hartwick’s new turf athletic field.  Wright Stadium is home to the College’s men’s football, women’s field hockey, and men’s and women’s lacrosse programs, as well as intramural sports.  Starting on the 21st, all men’s sporting events played at the stadium will take place on “The Clyde;” all women’s sporting events will play on “The Millie.”  More information is available at 431-4432 or joness3@hartwick.edu.

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The Chenango Arts Council announced that their Fall Workshops begin on Saturday September 14th through October 19, where Rod Sutton will teach Photography to students of all levels of experience.  An Advanced Drawing workshop will also be held from September 23 until October 14, the workshops are made possible in part by the State Council on the Arts.  More information is available at 336-ARTS or chenangoart.org. 

The American Red Cross will hold blood drives today, September 11th, which is Patriot Day and a National Day of Service and Remembrance.  In The Southern Tier, a blood drive will be held from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM at Binghamton University, in Chenango County, in New Berlin from 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM At Golden Artist Colors, at 188 Bell Road.

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Governor Cuomo announced the Department of Financial Services is taking action against the opioid manufacturers, distributors and pharmacy benefit managers to secure $2 billion for New York consumers who have shouldered the cost of the ongoing opioid epidemic in the form of higher insurance premiums.

(Cuomo 9-11-19)

Governor Cuomo said that the Department of Financial Services Will Hold Hearings across the State to Shed Light on Issue

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At 8:30 a.m., Governor Cuomo will attend the September 11 Commemoration Ceremony.  Following the ceremony, Governor Cuomo will join more than 700 motorcycle riders participating in the 9/11 Memorial Motorcycle Ride at a lunch and ceremony in New York City.  Groups of riders will travel from Albany, Ulster and Nassau Counties before converging in New York City.  Following the lunch, Governor Cuomo and the other riders will depart on motorcycles for a ceremonial ride down the West Side Highway to the World Trade Center site.

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The 3rd annual Sidney Warriors 5K Walk/Run will be held at 2:00 PM on October 13.  The race is a fundraiser, with 60% going to the Ronald McDonald House, and 20% each going to the Sidney Joshua House, and the Sidney Food Bank.  Music, awards, and refreshments will follow the races.  Registration is $15; those wishing to pre-register can do so at bit.ly/2lHLnG8.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 9-10-19

by wcdonews Posted on September 10, 2019

Citizen Advocates of Malone & Joshua House of Sidney announced a new partnership that will ensure that individuals with variety of abilities achieve the life of their choosing.  Joshua House Executive Director Delsa McEwan said that there will be no adverse changes to the Sidney facilities:

(Delsa McEwan 9-10-19) 

Joshua House currently operates 4 homes, the partnership allows their programs to overcome the financial realities from shrinking reimbursements, by tapping into the efficiencies and depth of resources Citizen Advocates has to offer.  The new partnership will be completed by January 1st of 2020; more information is available at citizenadvocates.net & joshhouse.com

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Afton Central School’s Adult & Continuing Education Program is continuing to offer High School Equivalency courses at several area locations, program director June White said that there is  new program regarding the Math portion of the program:

(June White 9-10-19)

More information about the program is available at 639-2811.

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The Chenango County Department of Public Works will close County Road 29, between the Bryant / Dilly Hill Road Intersection and Lake Road, in the Town of New Berlin tomorrow, for the replacement of a large culvert.  The road is expected to be closed for 1 to 2 days, the traveling public shall be asked to seek alternative routes. Local traffic shall be allowed to and from their homes.  More information is available at 337-1710.

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Commerce Chenango, Chobani and Preferred Mutual are co-sponsoring the 4th annual Trail Run on the trails in the state lands of Pharsalia Forest on Sunday September 29th.   Entry forms can be obtained at Commerce Chenango, 15 South Broad Street, Norwich, by E-Mail to register@chenangony.org, or by calling 334-1400.  The deadline to register is September 23rd.

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The Next Chenango County rabies clinic will be held this evening in Smyrna.  The clinic will run from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at the Smyrna Fire Station, for dogs, cats & Domesticated Ferrets.

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Governor Cuomo directed the State Department of Health to take a series of measures to address Vaping:

(Cuomo 9-10-19)

The Governor announced that the new legislation to ban flavored e-cigarettes will be addressed to the new legislature in January.

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The State DOT will hold a public information meeting on Tuesday, September 17, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Bainbridge Town Hall, to provide details about plans to improve the pavement condition on State Route 206 from Case Road in the town of Bainbridge to the bridge over the Susquehanna River in the village of Bainbridge.   The meeting will begin with a formal presentation at 6 p.m. followed by a question and answer session with DOT representatives.  The project is scheduled to begin in the 2020 construction season and take one and a half seasons to complete.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 63-year-old Steve Luscomb of Downsville, Friday for Driving while Intoxicated, Reckless Driving, Failure to Keep Right, Unsafe Tire, and Refusal to take a Breath Test.  This arrest followed a property damage accident on State Highway 8 in the Town of Masonville.  Luscomb was arraigned in Masonville Town Court and was released on his own recognizance.  Luscomb is scheduled to appear in the Town of Masonville Court at a later date. 

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The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce will hold a Special Meeting at 5:30 PM, at the Bill Bauer Community Center.  The Purpose of the meeting is to update the Chamber & Steering Committee Members regarding the Village beautiful Market & other event items.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 9-9-19

by wcdonews Posted on September 9, 2019

The Unatego Central School District will be soliciting proposals for repurposing the former Otego Elementary School, after the previous developer failed to meet deadlines, Unatego Superintendent Dr. Dave Richards comments:

(Dave Richards 9-9-19)

The Otego property consists of the 2 floor former elementary school building & 4.85 acres of adjoining land.    The Request for Proposals is available online at unatego.org, or through the District Office at 988-5038.

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Governor announced he will advance legislation to make the “New York Buy American” Act permanent.  The law requires all structural steel and structural iron used in all state road and bridge construction projects with contracts worth more than $1 million to be made in America.  The current law is set to expire April 2020. 

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A.O. Fox Hospital, part of Bassett Healthcare Network, has been awarded $10,000 by the MultiPlan Rural Health Grant Program to help launch a food “farmacy” based at its Tri-Town Campus in Sidney.  Spokesperson Sarah Buttice comments:

(Sarah Buttice 9-9-19)

The prescription food location will open in January; Buttice said that they will partner with local businesses including Great American, Price Chopper, Hannaford, the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York, as well as local farms and food pantries.  In Delaware County, it is estimated that more than 8,400 people suffer from hunger.

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Governor Cuomo is pushing to move up the state’s primary Election Day from April to February, in order to get a larger voter turnout by combining the presidential, congressional and state elections.  15 other states combine their primaries.

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An Area Boy Scout recruitment effort will be held this week for students in the Sidney Central School District, spokesman Paul Van Der Kruik explains:

(Paul Van der Kruik 9-9-19)

Additional information about the Sidney Recruitment, or others around the region, can call the Leatherstocking Council at 432-6491.

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The Hancock Fire Department was dispatched to a 2 vehicle head on, car vs tractor-trailer, with serious injuries on State Highway 17 in the Village of Hancock early Sunday Morning.  1 victim was entrapped in the vehicle and another patient was injured but not entrapped. The entrapped patient was extricated; both patients were transported to Wilson Hospital with serious injuries. The cause of the accident remains under investigation.

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Governor Cuomo announced $10 million in grant funding to strengthen local emergency response operations across the state through improvements to 911 emergency service dispatch operations. The funding is administered by the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services through the Public Safety Answering Points Operations Grant.  Locally, Chenango county received $179,000, Delaware county $149,000 & Otsego County $164,000.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 9-6-19

by wcdonews Posted on September 6, 2019

Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond announced the arrest of 7 people on a variety of drug charges Thursday afternoon after the execution of a search warrant at 37 Union Street in Sidney.  Deputies & Investigators dismantled a large scale Methamphetamine trafficking operation, they arrested William McLean, Nikita Kingsbury, Trevor Light and an unidentified 17 year male from Sidney, plus Jeffrey Robinson of Norwich, and Kevin Mosher & Gina Overbey, who had no known address.  Sheriff Dumond comments:

(Sheriff Craig Dumond 9-6-19)

Sheriff Dumond said that the arrests followed a month long investigation; all were charged with 2nd degree Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance they were arraigned in Delhi Court & were remanded to the Delaware County Jail without bail pending future court action, additional charges are anticipated & the investigation is ongoing.  Sidney Village Police assisted at the scene.

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State Police are investigating a crash in the town of Franklin that left 2 teenagers in serious condition.  Troopers were dispatched Thursday afternoon at about 4:30 PM to Walley Road in the town of Franklin; they located a Chevy pick-up truck with a 17-year-old male driver and 14-year-old male passenger crashed into a tree.  The investigation revealed that speed was a contributing factor when the unidentified 17-year-old lost control of the vehicle around a curve on Wally Road, spun off the roadway and into a tree.  Both occupants were transported by LifeNet to Albany Medical Center.   The accident remains under investigation.  

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State police are investigating a sewage spill that Thursday afternoon at about 2:30 PM on County Route 10 near Elk Creek Road in the town of Meredith.  The unidentified Driver of the septic tanker was taken to Fox Hospital for evaluation, the driver rolled the septic tanker, which spilled about 2,000 gallons of sewage, & struck a utility Pole, temporarily knocking out phone & electric service in the east Meredith area.  The septic tanker belonged to JB’s Line Cleaning and Plumbing Service, the cause of the accident is under investigation.

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State Police responded to an early morning crash at approximately 4:40 AM today on State Highway 12 near Phetteplace Road in the town of Norwich.  The investigation revealed that a 42-year-old male from Chittenango operating a delivery truck crossed over the yellow lines & struck a tractor trailer head-on, the tractor trailer burst into flames on contact.  The driver of the tractor trailer was a 45-year-old male from Lisle.  Troopers reported that the delivery van driver was transported to Wilson Memorial and later moved to Upstate Medical in Syracuse, sustaining non-life threatening injuries. The driver of the tractor trailer was not injured.   State route 12 was closed for about 7 hours for the investigation & clean up; the roadway was re-opened shortly before noon.  More information will be released as it is made available. The accident remains under investigation.

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The Sidney Central School District announced a change in how school tax bills are collected. Officials said that NBT Bank will no longer be collecting Sidney school taxes, mailed checks should go to the Sidney Central School District, Attention Tax Collector, 95 West Main Street Sidney 13838.  Walk-in hours are available at the Sidney Central School District & a drop box available, more information is available at 561-7700.

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Governor Cuomo today announced that the New York State Board for Historic Preservation has recommended adding 14 properties to the State and National Registers of Historic Places. In the Southern Tier, the First Presbyterian Church of Deposit, Built in 1880, has been recommended by the Governor.

Chenango County Officials announced that State Route 12 between Halfway House Road in the town of Norwich & State Route 220 is closed, due to a 2 vehicle head on crash between a Van & A Tractor Trailer.   The road will be closed for several hours for the cleanup & investigation; motorists are advised to use Chenango County Route 32 as a detour.

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The Delaware County Democratic Committee announced that Congressman Antonio Delgado, State Senator Jen Metzger and local candidates will attend their Annual Community Barbecue on Sunday, September 8th from 2:00 to 5:00 PM at the Hamden Town Pavilion.   Tickets can be purchased at dcnydems.org. 

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The 25th annual Colorscape Chenango is this weekend in Downtown Norwich, spokesperson Celeste Friend explains:

(Celeste Friend 9-6-19)

The entire list of activities is listed at colorscape.org.

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The Greene Rod & Gun Club announced that they will hold a Law Enforcement Appreciation day, on Sunday September 8th.  The event will be held at the Greene Rod & Gun Club on Foster Hill Road in Greene, More information is available at 669-4556.

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The House of Consignment will hold their annual Tampon Drive Saturday, with free admission to the Unadilla Drive In with a Tampon donation, House of Consignment owner & drive organizer Kirsty Roefs explains:

(Kirsty Roefs 9-5-19)

This year is the 5th Tampon drive helping out women in need.

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The Final concert of the Afton Sunday Summer Concert will be held this Sunday.  The show will feature the Afton Community Theater performing selections from their next production “Matilda” at 6:00 PM at Foster Park, the show is free & Open to the public.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 9-5-19

by wcdonews Posted on September 5, 2019

Preferred Mutual Insurance Company has committed a $250,000 for a new emergency room and walk-in center at UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich.  Officials from Preferred Mutual Insurance Company announced the pledge on Tuesday; it will be paid over the next 5 years, & is the largest corporate commitment to be announced since the Norwich hospital kicked off a capital campaign started last month.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold their next 1st Friday Eat & Meet business breakfast tomorrow at Kirkside Park Pavilion in Roxbury, starting at 8:30 a.m.  The featured speaker is Congressman Antonio Delgado of the 19th Congressional District, who is a member of the House Agriculture, Small Business and Transportation and Infrastructure Committees; and will speak about accomplishments and initiatives, as well as answer questions.  More information visit delawarecounty.org or 746-2281. 

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US Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand reported that they were told by the Defense Department that $160 million in funding allocated for an engineering center and supporting structures at West Point would be repurposed for the Border Wall between Texas & Mexico.   Gillibrand stated aid that Trump is taking money from West Point and 126 other military installation projects across the country in order to work around Congress and build the southern border wall.

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The Otsego County Planning Department has announced their 22nd Annual Household Hazardous Waste Days.  The 1st collection day will be at the Unadilla Town Barn on Friday September 20th from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM, the 2nd day will be at the Cooperstown Meadows Office Complex on Saturday September 21st from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.  There will be a small fee for businesses wishing to participate; they must register by the end of the business day tomorrow.  More information is available at 547-4225.

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The State Department of Health today announced new findings of its ongoing investigation into the vaping-associated lung illnesses that have been reported across the state, including an updated case count and information regarding the testing being conducted at the Department’s Wadsworth Center Laboratory.  the Department has received 34 reports from physicians of severe pulmonary illness among patients ranging from 15 to 46 years of age who were using at least 1 cannabis-containing vape product before they became ill, Laboratory test results showed very high levels of vitamin E acetate in nearly all cannabis-containing samples analyzed by the Wadsworth Center as part of this investigation. At least one vitamin E acetate containing vape product has been linked to each patient. The Wadsworth Center is testing both cannabis and nicotine-containing vape products as part of this investigation. 

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Governor Cuomo today signed legislation to prohibit companies from charging early termination fees on motor vehicle lease contracts if a customer has passed away before the end of the contract. Similar laws are in place prohibiting phone, television, internet, energy and water service providers from charging early termination fees if a contract is broken due to the death of the customer.

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A.O. Fox Hospital has been awarded $10,000 by the MultiPlan Rural Health Grant Program to help launch a food “farmacy” based at its Tri-Town Campus in Sidney.  The prescription food location will open in January 2020, & will provide emergency food, education, and navigation services to patients and their families in need. A.O. Fox Hospital will partner with local businesses & it will operate on an outpatient basis; visitors will receive vouchers for food prescribed by their primary care providers.  In Delaware County, it is estimated that more than 8,400 people suffer from hunger; more than 1,800 of those struggling are children. In children, hunger can lead to growth impairment, poor academic performance, behavioral issues, sickness, social disorders, and more.

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 19 year old Brianna Reynolds of Auburn for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Unlicensed operator and Speeding at 85 miles per hour in a 55 mph zone.  Reynolds was stopped by deputies on State Highway 17 in the Town of Hancock; she will appear in Town of Hancock Court at a later date.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 28-Year-Old Robert Davis of Pennsylvania for Driving While Intoxicated, Refusal to Take Breath Test & Parking on a Public Highway.   Davis was located on State Highway 206 in the Town of Masonville; he was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $2,500 Cash Bail, or $5,000 in secure bonds.  Davis is scheduled to appear in the Masonville Town Court at a later time.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-4-19

by wcdonews Posted on September 4, 2019

Oneonta Police arrested 29 year old Kyle Ives of Oneonta for 2nd degree burglary & 4th degree Grand Larceny, in connection with burglaries in downtown Oneonta.  Ives was being held for arraignment, the investigation is ongoing & more charges may be forthcoming.

The Oneonta Common Council enacted a new series of rules regarding vacant properties in the city.  The complete list of regulations can be found at oneonta.ny.us/files

523 SFCU Members were affected at 2 ATM’s with skimming devices, and the steps are continuing to correct the issue, according to SFCU Vice President of Marketing Keith May:

(Keith May 9-4-19)

May said the amount of money allowed to be withdrawn daily will be lowered for a short period of time; Law Enforcement is continuing their investigation into who placed the Skimming devices at the SFCU Branches in Walton and Oneida Street in Oneonta.

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The State DEC invites Public Comment about Proposal for “No Further Action” at the Amphenol Superfund Site on Delaware Avenue in Sidney at dec.ny.gov until September 20th.  The DEC has scheduled a public meeting tonight at 7:00 PM at Sidney Civic Center to discuss the proposed remedy and accept public comments.

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State Police responded to a 2 vehicle crash at County Routes 36 and 37 in Guilford today. a 52-year-old male of Bainbridge was operating a Honda, he made a U-turn directly in the path of a Pick-up truck pulling a loaded cattle trailer with 12 cows, driven by a 68-year old unidentified female from McDonough. The vehicles collided & exited the roadway. The Honda driver was transported by helicopter to Wilson Memorial Hospital where he died of his injuries. The 71 year old unidentified female passenger of the Honda was taken to Wilson Memorial Hospital in Johnson City. The pick-up driver declined medical treatment, 1 of the cows was killed during the crash. The investigation is continuing.

The Sidney Chamber of Commerce announced their 1st Fall Festival to be held next month, Chamber President Teri Schunk recommends registering now for the Cornhole Tournament or for Vendors spots:

(Teri Schunk 9-4-19)

Schunk said that the event on October 5th will run from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM along Main & Division Streets in Downtown Sidney.

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The Town of Guilford announced a Special Board Meeting this evening.  The meeting tonight will run from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Town Hall on Marble Road, a Public Hearing regarding Wilkinson Salvage is scheduled.

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The Oneonta Police Department is alerting residents of a scam.   A City resident received mail with a Portugal, Spain postmark, that claims that the recipient won a large sum of money in a lottery, and personal banking information was needed to pay out the winnings.  Police said that the documentation appeared legitimate, however they warn residents to never send any personal or banking information in cases like this.  Anyone with information on a scam can contact the State Attorney General’s office and use their online complaint form located online at ag.ny.gov/complaint-forms.

Governor Cuomo signed a bill into law Tuesday that lets police agencies obtain more information on a Firearm License Application.  The legislation closes a loophole and will give law enforcement access to out-of-state records.  Previously, New Yorkers could buy guns outside of the county that they live in and stores would not be able to see out-of-state gun applications or background checks.

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Online Registration is underway for Delaware County’s Clean Sweep event in October, Solid Waste Coordinator Tyson Robb explains:

(Tyson Robb 9-4-19)

Robb said that the items accepted are the same in past years, the full list can be found at the County website or at the event brite website for registration.

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This year is the 130th anniversary of the State University in Oneonta; they are observing that milestone during their Founders Day Picnic from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM today.  Participants are asked to bring a non-perishable food item for local food pantries and the food pantry in Hunt Union, the annual Picnic will be held at the Academic quad.

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Delaware County Public Health will hold a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic tonight for dogs, cats and ferrets at 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm.  The clinic will be held at the Tompkins Highway Garage on State Route 206 in Trout Creek.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 9-3-19

by wcdonews Posted on September 3, 2019

The Delaware County Board of Supervisors acted on a measure last week regarding the Muddy River Brewing Company in the town of Sidney.  Sidney Town Supervisor Gene Pigford said that the town zoning also has to change in order for Muddy River to continue:

(Gene Pigford 9-3-19)

Pigford said that a Final Text Revision will lead to a roundtable discussion by the Sidney Town Planning Board & the Zoning Board of Appeals, then the measure goes back to the County Board, a public hearing will be necessary, then a final vote, Pigford said that he hopes to have all that concluded by the end of this year.

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An unknown number of SFCU members in the Walton area have been affected by an ATM skimming attack.  SFCU Vice President of Marketing Keith May told WCDO News how they are tackling the situation this afternoon:

(Keith May 9-3-19)

May said that the Walton branch opened Sunday to assist with members concerns, he stressed that this was NOT a breach, but is an isolated ATM skimming attack in the Walton area, and that law enforcement is investigating.

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A woman reported missing from Smyrna, has been located in Iowa.  Amber Garrison told Police that she was kidnapped at a truck stop in Pennsylvania in July, and was taken through several states.  James Smith of Mexico New York has been charged with kidnapping, assault & obstruction of emergency communication, Garrison was treated for injuries at an Iowa hospital, the investigation is continuing.

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Tioga County Sheriff’s Department responded Friday at about 12:15 PM, to a report of an armed robbery at Community Bank in Nichols. A male subject entered the Bank and displayed a pistol while demanding money, the Sheriff’s Office has arrested 31 year old Adam Robinson of Nichols, for 1st degree Robbery, Criminal use of a firearm and 4th degree Grand Larceny.  Robinson was arraigned and was remanded to the Tioga County Jail on $100,000 cash bail or $200,000 bond pending court action Wednesday.  The investigation is ongoing.

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The Oneonta School District’s 1st day of classes has been postponed until next Monday September 9th.  The delay was due to ongoing construction, more details are available at oneontacsd.org.

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Governor Cuomo announced that the Great New York State Fair has broken the total attendance record for the 4th year in a row while setting several single-day attendance records during its 13-day run. Last year’s record-breaking attendance of 1,279,010 was broken Monday at 11:30 a.m. The Governor also announced the 2018 New York State tourism figures established new records for total number of visitors, economic impact and direct spending.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 50 year old Joseph Ali of Burlington Flats for DWI, after an investigation into a check the welfare complaint was received in the Town of Norwich.   Ali was arraigned in Norwich Town Court and is to reappear on September 19, 2019 at 2:00pm.

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A Town of New Berlin resident was arrested by the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office for 3 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child and Harassment.  Deputies arrested 35 year old Renee Zbdydniewski of New Berlin resident after a Domestic Dispute in the Town of Guilford.  She is accused of assaulting a Juvenile while her 2 children were present, she was arraigned in the Town of Oxford court and released on her own recognize & will appear in Town of Guilford court on a later date.

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