WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-17-19

by wcdonews Posted on July 17, 2019

17 year old Francisco Laboy Diaz of Sidney has recently returned home after he & his family spent time at the Ronald McDonald House in Rochester, while Francisco underwent treatment for a brain tumor on his brain stem at the Golisano Children’s hospital there, Francisco told WCDO News that he will miss all that helped him in Rochester:

(Francisco Laboy Diaz 7-17-19)

Francisco’s mom, Kat Diaz said that after dealing with her son’s lengthy history with Brain Tumors; they feel blessed & very lucky:

(Kat Diaz 7-17-19)

WCDO will air the full interview with Francisco, his father Jose Laboy & mom Kat Diaz tomorrow morning at 8:40 AM.

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Joshua House is looking to add to their staff at their 4 Sidney locations, spokesman Dale Knowles told WCDO News that they will hold a Job Fair next week:

(Dale Knowles 7-17-19)

Knowles said that no prior experience in the health care field is necessary, they do offer paid training, prospective employees must have a reliable vehicle & will need to work nights, or weekends or holidays.

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Governor Cuomo signed legislation to raise the minimum sales age for tobacco and electronic cigarette products from 18 to 21. The bill will take effect 120 days after becoming law; tobacco use continues to be the number one cause of preventable death in New York State. About 28,000 adult New Yorkers die every year as a result of smoking & an increasing number of underage youth are using both traditional cigarettes and e-cigarettes. From 2014 to 2018 youth use of e-cigarettes increased by 160% to 27.4%, more than half of teens falsely believe that e-cigarette use is harmless.

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State Police arrested 32 year old Heather Houck of Binghamton & 26 year old Caleb Zandt of Deposit for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia.   A trooper observed the vehicle Houck and Zandt were in, near a closed business, the trooper learned that Houck had an active warrant for her arrest.  Houck was also found to have suspected heroin and methamphetamine, she was arrested and was turned over to Broome County Central Arraignment and Processing.   Zandt was found to be in possession of heroin and a scale.  He was issued appearance tickets to the town of Union court on August 6th.

State Police responded Saturday to a pedestrian struck by a vehicle on County Road 4 in the town of Unadilla.  69-year-old Susan Haney of Unadilla was walking south on the eastern shoulder of County Road 4 when she was struck by an SUV operated by 34-year-old Nicole Wilbur of Unadilla, who became distracted and drifted off the road and struck Haney, Wilbur immediately stopped and called 911.  Haney suffered from head trauma, internal bleeding and leg injuries; she was flown to Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse where she underwent surgery and is listed in critical but stable condition.   Wilbur was issued tickets for Reckless Driving, Moving from a Lane Unsafely and Failure to Use Due Care for a Pedestrian. The investigation is on-going.

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State Police arrested 32 year old Tavish Braman of Oxford for 3rd degree Assault, after Troopers were dispatched to the town of McDonough, were they observed an intoxicated male laying on a driveway.  A victim told troopers that they were giving Braman a ride due to his intoxication; the victim reported that Braman punched him in the face and head. The victim was taken to Chenango Memorial Hospital and Braman was also taken to the hospital due to his level of intoxication, he was released & was arraigned & remanded to Chenango County Jail on $1000 cash bail or $2500 bond, pending court action on August 15th, an order of protection was issued to the victim.

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The Guilford Town Board will hold a special meeting this evening to discuss the High Bridge Wind farm Development Project by Calpine, Guilford Town Supervisor George Senek comments:

(George Senek 7-17-19)

The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM at the Guilford Town Highway Garage at 223 Marble Road; more information is available at 895-9966.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold their Annual Business Awards ceremony at 6:00 PM at Meredith Inn, 4206 Turnpike Road, Delhi, which is a change in venue due to the likelihood of Showers & Thunderstorms.  The Honorees include the Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, as the 2019 Business of the Year, Stagecoach Run Art Festival, headquartered in Treadwell and Franklin, and Table to Farm Tours of Roxbury, will receive the 2019 Tourism Award. 

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-16-19

by wcdonews Posted on July 16, 2019

Oneonta Fire Department Officials reported that Friday’s Fire at the Mayrose Apartments started as a kitchen fire.  The occupant of apartment 206 was taken to AO Fox hospital for undisclosed injuries, one other pe4rson in a separate apartment was displaced, The use of water to fight that fire led to a water main break at around Chestnut Street, it was repaired by Friday night.

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State Police responded to the report of a pedestrian struck by a car on County Route 11 in the town of Unadilla Saturday.  69 year old Susan Haney of Unadilla was struck by a vehicle driven by 34 year old Nicole Wilber of Unadilla, who stopped & called police.  Haney was airlifted to Upstate medical center in Syracuse with Head & leg injuries & internal bleeding.  The investigation is continuing.

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Utica Police released more details about the Murder-Suicide near the start of the Boilermaker race Sunday.  Police said that 17-year-old Bianca Devins of Utica was found dead, her boyfriend 21 year old Brandon Clark was found by Police after he posted pictures of Devin’s lifeless body on social media sites 4chan & Discord, Discord followers alerted Police about the murder & Clark also alerted Police.  Clark was charged with 2nd-degree murder, after he was treated for self-inflicted stab wounds to the neck.  The investigation is continuing.

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Plans are in the works for Halos to purchase the former Afton Great American Building, rent some space to entrepreneurs & setting up an office for their non-profit organization.  Joyce Humphrey started Halos or “Help After Loss’ following the drowning death of her son in 1993, she described their services:

(Joyce Humphrey 7-16-19)

Humphrey said that they should have the closing on the building in the coming weeks; more information about their services is available at 639-4256 or 240-1550.

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The 3rd Annual Afton Sidewalk day will be held on Saturday August 24th, organizers are hoping to get more artists & crafters to exhibit their wares at this year’s event, spokesperson Amy Spooner explains:

(Amy Spooner 7-16-19)

More information can be found at the Afton Sidewalk Day Facebook Page, or by calling Amy Spooner at 244-9366, or Alexis Van Buren at Baristacrats at 743-2401.

Heather Franklin of Guilford was sentenced in Chenango County Court to 7 to 11 years in state prison on Monday.  Heather & her husband Ernest Franklin plotted the murder of their 16-year-old adopted special needs son Jeffrey before setting their house on fire in March 2017 to cover up his murder. Heather Franklin pleaded guilty earlier this year to manslaughter, arson and tampering with physical evidence.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Office recovered a stolen vehicle from Sidney recently, in the parking lot of the Econo Lodge.   The deputy observed a male attempting to enter the passenger side, the officer detained the male for questioning and moments later he fled on foot into the woods. The officer pursued the suspect and after a brief struggle took him into custody.  40 year old Hayes Cutting of Bainbridge is accused of stealing the car from the Village of Sidney on July 12th, he was charged with Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, Resisting Arrest & Escape, he faces arraignment shortly.

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A Blood Drive is being held in Sidney today.  The blood drive will run from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Sidney Elks Lodge, 104 River Street.  All Blood Types are needed.  A Blood Drive is also being held in Walton from 2:00 to 6: oo PM at the Pines Brook Church, 1444 Pines Brook Road

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The Oneonta Common Council will hold their next regular meeting this evening at City Hall; the meeting is open to the public & will begin at 7:00 PM.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-15-19

by wcdonews Posted on July 15, 2019

Ed Curley of Sidney continues his bicycle trek across America to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes research Foundation, the afternoon Ed was in San Antonio Texas, with the final destination of St. Augustine Florida, he gave WCDO News an update on his progress:

(Ed Curley 7-15-19)

Curley said that he hopes to raise about $10,000 with this effort; donations can be made the JDRF.org.

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The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce is asking its members to complete their annual survey. All answers by respondents will remain confidential, the answers will help the Chamber in their efforts to ensure that the services of the Chamber meet the needs of businesses.  The Survey link can be found at cxvibe.typeform.com and need to be completed by July 26th.

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The Chenango County Planning Department, working in conjunction with Opportunities for Chenango, is slated for a $500,000 Community Block Grant through the New York State Office of Homes and Community Renewal. Money will be allocated to income-eligible homeowners in need of making vital home improvements.  The plan would need to be approved by the Chenango County Board of Supervisors before the money could be made available to homeowners.

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This year’s Utica Boilermaker race was delayed for about 15 minutes Sunday, not because of any weather related issues, but because of a homicide near the starting line.  One woman was pronounced dead at the scene &  man was taken to an area hospital with lacerations, that investigation is ongoing.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will honor businesses at their 2019 Annual Business Awards ceremony on Wednesday at 6:00 PM.  The Chamber announced today that the event has been moved to the Meredith Inn at 4206 Turnpike Road,  Delhi, due to the likelihood of Showers & Thunderstorms.  The Honorees include the Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, as the 2019 Business of the Year, Stagecoach Run Art Festival, headquartered in Treadwell and Franklin, and Table to Farm Tours of Roxbury, will receive the 2019 Tourism Award.  More information is available at delawarecounty.org.

1 person was injured in a fire Friday at the Mayrose Apartments on Lewis Avenue in Oneonta.  The fire started in apartment 206, the occupant was taken to fox Hospital for an undisclosed injury, and 1 other person in another apartment was displaced due to smoke & water damage.  The investigation is continuing.

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Efforts & fundraisers continued Saturday in Bainbridge for Sidney resident Heather Bucalos, who is fighting cancer again.  Christine Oliver is one of the people who is helping with the fundraisers for Heather:

(Christine Oliver 7-15-19)

KC Blass is also assisting with the fundraising efforts; she has helped Heather with her fundraisers for others in recent years:

(KC Blass 7-15-19)

Heather told WCDO News about her cancer, and how her friends are making it easier to cope with what is ahead:

(Heather Bucalos 7-15-19)

The Bainbridge Glow Run on Heather’s behalf will be held at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge on September 14th, more information is available at bainbridgeglowrun.com.

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State Police, the State Park Police and the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee are partnering to ensure that visitors to state parks are buckling up for safety.  “Buckle Up Nnew York in the Parks” is an enforcement and educational campaign to ensure that visiting motorists and their passengers properly buckle-up their seatbelts while travelling inside state parks, This year’s campaign will be held through  August 12th.

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Catskill Area Hospice and Palliative Care is hosting a Caregiver Support Group at The AO Fox Hospital Tri-Town Campus in Sidney starting today.  The group will meet 6 times to provide information and support for those who are taking care of seriously ill family members or friends.  Caregivers will have an opportunity to identify concerns, discuss feelings, receive support from others, and locate community resources which may be helpful for their unique situations.  More information is available at 432-5525.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 7-12-19

by wcdonews Posted on July 12, 2019

Corey Weidman of Norwich pleaded guilty this week in federal court on a variety of drug charges stemming from his arrest in Norwich in December of last year.  The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office raided Weidman’s apartment after a 2-month investigation, officers seized Crystal Meth, Cocaine, marijuana, LSD, suboxone, a loaded handgun and more than $35,000 in cash. Weidman will be sentenced on November 25th.

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State Police have reported that a 17-year-old male has been arrested in connection with a homicide in the town of Cobleskill.  Police responded to a residence at 435 Lamont District Road in Cobleskill and found the 50-year-old unidentified male victim with a fatal gunshot wound to the back of the head.  A 17-year-old has been remanded to the Schoharie County Jail and is currently charged with Assault, Criminal Use of a Firearm, and Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Additional charges may be pending. The incident remains under investigation.

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The State Public Service Commission approved an agreement with Charter Communications/ Spectrum, to resolve disputes over the Commission’s network expansion condition that was contained in the Commission’s approval of the company’s merger with Time Warner Cable in 2016.  Under the terms of the agreement, Charter will expand its network to provide high-speed broadband service to 145,000 residences and businesses entirely in Upstate New York and will pay an additional $12 million to expand broadband service to additional premises.

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The annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 basketball Tournament will be held this weekend on the streets of Norwich; Organizer Tom Revoir said that they could still use a few more people to volunteer for the event:

(Tom Revoir 7-12-19)

Revoir said that about 340 teams are participating in the tournament this weekend. 

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Catholic Charities in Sidney is once again offering free backpacks to local children in need for the 2019-202 school year, Spokesperson Penny McKnight explains:

(Penny McKnight 7-12-19)

McKnight said that the deadline to apply is August 12th, also donations of school supplies will be accepted, and more information is available by calling the Sidney Office at 604-4071.

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The Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce is holding their inaugural Sunday Summer Concert Series, at various locations around Afton through September 8th, Chamber Vice President Melissa Matthews explains:

(Melissa Matthews 7-12-19)

More information about the Sunday Summer Concert series in Afton can be found at gaacoc.com.

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The “Help After Loss” nonprofit group, which is also known as HALos, announced that they are purchasing the former Afton Great American building.  HALos purchased the building at an auction in June, closing is anticipated in late July or August, plans call for some of the space to be used by HALos, and additional space can be rented out to interested businesses following renovations. Donations like building supplies, paints, or gift certificates will be accepted, more information is available at 639-4256 or 240-1550 or by email at HALosOrg@aol.com. or online at helpafterloss.com

The Sidney Town Board received a petition at Thursday’s meeting from Muddy Rivers farm Brewery Owners Dustin & Jared Wood, in favor of changing the zoning laws to allow the business to continue at their current site on the Back River Road at Tryon’s Corners, past a July 25th deadline.  Sidney Town Supervisor Gene Pigford Told WCDO News about potential Town zoning Board & Subsequent Town Board Action on Muddy Rivers:

(Gene Pigford 7-12-19)

Pigford said that the final actions my take beyond the July 25th deadline, he does not anticipate the business will close at that time.

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Delaware County Social Services Commissioner Dana Scuderi-Hunter has taken an indefinitely leave of absence from that position.  No timetable was announced for the commissioner’s return, or reason for the leave of absence.

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A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held at the Baptist Church in Oneonta tomorrow at 333 Main Street.  All Blood Types are needed, the Blood Drive will be held from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Property tax levy growth for local governments with fiscal years that close on December 31 will be capped at 2% for the 2020 fiscal year, according to State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. This figure affects the tax cap calculations for all counties, towns, fire districts, 44 cities and 10 villages. The tax cap limits tax levy increases to the lesser of the rate of inflation or 2% with some exceptions, including a provision that allows municipalities to override the tax cap.

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The 43rd Annual Carnival of Sales will be held tomorrow throughout the village of Unadilla, Chamber of Commerce Spokesperson Jackie Carey explains:

(Jackie Carey 7-12-19)

The event will run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, More information is available at the Unadilla Chamber web site: unadillachamberofcommerce.org

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Delhi Telephone Company representatives will be in Sidney Center tomorrow as they continue to expand broadband services locally, with High Speed Internet, Cable TV including HD & DVR & phone services.  Jason Miller of DTC comments:

(Jason Miller 7-12-19)

Miller said that the Meet & Greet with the Sidney Center Fire Department tomorrow will run from 11:00 to 2:00 PM.

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The Sidney Central School District will be holding a special Board of Education meeting today, at 4:30pm in the high school library. This meeting is open to the public.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 7-11-19

by wcdonews Posted on July 11, 2019

State Police arrested 56 year old Kenneth Friedlander of Oneonta for Assault & Harassment after Troopers were dispatched to Oneida Street for a dispute.  2 people told troopers they approached Friedlander, asking him to turn down his music, an altercation ensued.  Friedlander was arrested and arraigned in the town of Oneonta court and subsequently remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $500 cash bail or $1,000 bond.

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The Greater Chenango Cares event is underway through July 20th at the Norwich High School.  Vision and medical needs are on a walk in basis. Veterinary & Dental appointments are just about filled; there is no cost for participants. Military Service personnel are trained physicians, dentists, and veterinarians; this is the 3rd time that an IRT event has been held in Norwich.

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The Binghamton Police Department and Binghamton Fire Department responded this morning to reports of a strong chemical odor in the West End of Binghamton.  Fire Department officials reported that it was a combination of chlorine and antifreeze in a garbage truck, workers noticed a burning smell & intense odors, prompting the emergency response.  All 4 workers were taken to the hospital as a precaution, the investigation is continuing.

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Broome County Officials announced plans to upgrade the Floyd L. Maines Veterans Memorial Arena over the next several years.  The work include improvements to the Concession and food service areas,  Sound system upgrades, improvements to the Scoreboard, ribbon boards & exterior marquee, plus Additional seating options with premium seating and party decks & Parking solutions in the adjacent property.

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Oneonta Police announced recently that they were seeking candidates for the position of police officers.  So far, 75% of respondents have failed the physical agility tests, the department is hosting a practice agility test on July 23rd at 6:00 PM at the Tennis Courts in Neahwa, or in the Asa Allison building on Academy Street if it rains.  The event is free & open to the public, but RSVP’s are requested at 432-0670 by Friday July 19th.

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Heather Bucalos of Sidney is a cancer survivor who has organized several fundraisers for area cancer patients in recent years, now her friends are organizing an event on her behalf following a reoccurrence of her cancer.  Tiffiney Harp is a lifelong friend of Bucalos, she told WCDO news about their plans for a “Glow Run” in September at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge:

(Tiffiney Harp 7-11-19)

More information is available at bainbridgeglowrun.com, also a go fund me page has been set up to assist with costs associated with Heather’s treatment.

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Super Heroes in Ripped jeans is kicking off their Capital Campaign with an event at the Foothills Performing Arts center in Oneonta on Saturday, spokesperson Anna Lipari explains;

(Anna Lipari 7-11-19)

Lipari said that the Fundraiser will raise money for the purpose of purchasing the building on Winney Hill Road in Oneonta that they have occupied since the efforts began about 2 years ago.  More information is available at the Superheroes in Ripped Jeans Facebook page.

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Tonight’s Unadilla Summer Concert series with “Country Express” will be moved to the Unadilla Fire House at 77 Clifton Street, due to the inclement weather, the show will run from 6:30 to 8:00 PM.

The City of Oneonta announced that today their contractor will be replacing water valves at the intersections of Main and Pine Street, and Main and Maple Street. Residents and businesses will be affected by a temporary water outage, which may last a couple of hours: All businesses within the work zone will remain accessible during the work. FOX HOSPITAL EMERGENCY ACCESS will be maintained at all times. More information is available at 432-2100.

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The Binghamton Devils have announced their regular season schedule. The Devils begin at home on Saturday, October 5, at 7:05 p.m. against the Utica Comets and will play 38 home games at the Floyd L. Maines Veterans Memorial Arena.  The Schedule can be found at Binghamton Devils.com

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The NBT Bank Free Thursdays concert series will kick off today with the Keeshea Pratt Band from Houston Texas.   The concerts will continue at 7:00 PM each Thursday through August 29 in East Side Park in Norwich.

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The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting on Today in the District Conference Room at the Jr-Sr High School at 6:30 PM with the Re-organization meeting. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-10-19

by wcdonews Posted on July 10, 2019

Governor Cuomo today signed the Equal Pay for Equal work bill into law today in New York City, prior to the parade for the US Women’s World Cup Championship Soccer Team in New York City:

(Cuomo 7-10-19)

Cuomo said that the bill will also ban employers from asking prospective employees about their salary history.

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Delhi police arrested 2 men for allegedly breaking into a village home.  20 year old James Bares of Great Neck and 20 year old Nicholas St. John of Trumbull, Connecticut were arrested on June 29 after police received a report of a burglary at a Main Street residence, Both suspects were charged with 2nd degree burglary, criminal mischief, petty larceny and criminal possession of stolen property, they were arraigned in the town of Kortright Court and sent to the Delaware County Jail on $3,000 cash bail pending future court action.

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A permit to move Woodstock 50 to Vernon Downs hit another obstacle Tuesday, when the Town of Vernon & Oneida County officials denied a permit for the concert at Vernon Downs, because they had failed to supply mandated information in their application, had no specific plans for law enforcement or for emergency services, and because the application was filed too close to the time of the planned event.  Woodstock 50 was originally scheduled to be held in Watkins Glen, several issues & lawsuits kept the concert from being held there.  Time is running out as the concert was scheduled to be held August 16th through the 18th this year, on the 50th anniversary of the original Woodstock festival in Bethel in 1969.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 34 year old Joshua Gardepe of East Branch on charges of Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Speeding, and inadequate headlamps. The arrest followed a traffic stop on State Route 357 in the Town of Franklin.  Gardepe was released on tickets and is to appear in Town of Franklin Court on July 25th at 6:00 PM.

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The Dormitory Authority of New York & the State University of New York has begun work to renovate SUNY Oneonta’s Huntington Hall, at a cost of $20 million.  Huntington Hall will be modernized and reconfigured to provide additional bedroom space for approximately 80 students. All bedrooms and bathrooms will be renovated, complete with new, contemporary finishes. A 6,000 square foot, four-story addition, which will include a fitness room, community kitchens, and an elevator, will also be constructed.  In addition, $1.2 million in further renovations are being made to SUNY Oneonta’s Grant, Sherman, and Tobey Halls. The work is part of the nearly $61.2 million in upgrades to SUNY campuses throughout New York State being completed by DASNY during the summer months, which will be ready in time for students to begin the fall semester.  Construction is expected to be completed in July 2020.

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A petition has been set up asking the Sidney Town Board to expand commercial zoning to save Muddy River Farm Brewery, after they received a Cease & Desist order.  Muddy River appealed the decision & lost, they are asking the Town of Sidney extend their Commercial Zoning to the facility, if that fails they would be forced to close on July 24th.  A petition for local residents to sign is available at change.org.

45-year-old Thomas Sutton of Sidney was arrested Tuesday in connection with the fire on July 3rd at the Econo Lodge in the Town of Dickinson.  Sutton was charged with arson and reckless endangerment, criminal mischief and obstructing governmental administration & he faces court action shortly.

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A Public Meeting on new Upper Delaware River Policies will be held in Hancock this morning, where    Representatives from the Delaware River Basin Commission, State DEC, The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, and the DRBC Subcommittee on Ecological Flows will discuss new approaches to control high water temperatures and reduce erratic water releases in the Upper Delaware River tail waters.  The meeting will begin at 10:30 AM until 12:00 Noon at the Friends of the Upper Delaware River office at 158 East Front Street, Hancock.   

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The Sidney Community Band Announced their 2019 Don Clayton Memorial Trailside Concert Series will be held at the Pavilion at Keith Clark Park at 6:30 PM on Wednesday nights, starting July 10th with the Sidney Community Band.  Shows will be held each Wednesday night through August 21st, all concerts free and open to the public. More information is available at the Sidney Community Band Facebook page.

HeatSmart Southern Tier is hosting an information session for local residents about clean heating and cooling systems in Sidney.  HeatSmart Southern Tier representatives will discuss how residents can take advantage of tax incentives and new technologies to efficiently heat and cool their homes.  The free event is scheduled for Wednesday, July 10, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, at Awestruck Ciders in the Sidney Industrial Park.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-9-19

by wcdonews Posted on July 9, 2019

Ernest Franklin of Guilford was sentenced in Chenango County Court Monday, to 21 years to life in state prison, for the murder of his adopted and disabled teen son Jeffrey, and starting a fire at the family home to cover it up, in February of 2017.  Franklin planned the murder with his wife, Heather Franklin, who accepted a guilty plea to manslaughter; she has not been sentenced for her role in the murder.

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The Greater Chenango Cares event, with Military Medical personnel performing medical dental & Veterinary services, will begin at the Norwich High School this Thursday through July 20th.  The Chenango United Way is coordinating volunteer efforts, Spokesperson Elizabeth Monaco comments:

(Elizabeth Monaco 7-9-19)

More information is available at the Greater Chenango Care Facebook page, or by calling the Chenango United Way at 334-8815.

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Oneonta Mayor Gary Herzig announced that Oneonta Attorney Donald Schwartz has been appointed a part time City Judge.  Schwartz fills the position vacated by the retirement of Judge Richard McVinney, he was sworn in by Mayor Herzig Monday afternoon.

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The Sidney Elks Lodge will hold their Annual “Looking Back” Car Show & Chicken Barbecue on Saturday August 3rd at their River Street Location.  Spokesman Mark Little explains:

(Mark Little 7-9-19)

Little said that over 50 trophies will be awarded in 13 classes this year.

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The Summer Concert Season at the Anderson Center at the Binghamton University campus has big name performers coming soon.  Spokesman Chris Bodnarczuk comments:

(Chris Bodnarczuk 7-9-19)

Tickets for America on July 20th & Don McLean & Pure Prairie League on August 9th are available at the Anderson center Box office, at Anderson.Binghamton.edu or by calling 777-ARTS.

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Delhi Telephone Company is expanding broadband services into previously unserved or underserved areas, with Internet, Cable TV including HD & DVR & phone services.  Jason Miller of DTC explains:

(Jason Miller 7-9-19)

Miller said that DTC Representatives will be hosting a Meet & Greet with the Sidney center Fire Department Saturday from 11:00 to 2:00 PM, as their services are available in Sidney Center.

State Police arrested 36 year old Joshua Brown of West Monroe, for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs. Troopers responded to County Road 32 in the town of North Norwich for a 1-car accident, they located the vehicle in a corn field with Brown behind the wheel.  Brown was transported to Chenango Memorial Hospital for an evaluation.  An investigation yielded suspected concentrated cannabis, LSD, mushrooms and Marihuana wax.  Brown was arraigned in the town of Norwich court and remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $5,000 cash bail or $10,000 property bond.

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The next Delaware County Public Health Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets will be held today from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Franklin Fire Hall at 351 Main St. Franklin.   More information is available at 832-5200 or delawarecountypublichealth.com

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 26 year old Alexander Dietrich of Hawley, Pennsylvania for DWI and Driving with a BAC greater that 0.08%. The arrest occurred during the course of an investigation of a reported one car motor vehicle accident on State Highway 17 in the Town of Hancock.  Dietrich was arraigned in the Town of Hancock Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $500 cash bail or $1,000 dollars secured bond pending future court action.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Department arrested of a Town of Laurens man found to be in possession of contraband in the Otsego County Correctional Facility.  20 year old Dakota Coffey was charged with Introduction of Dangerous Contraband After he was found in possession of a vape pen containing THC oil hidden on his person while being processed into the Otsego County Jail and it was located later by staff after a search of his housing unit.  Coffey was arraigned in the Town of Hartwick Court where he was released on his own recognizance.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-8-19

by wcdonews Posted on July 8, 2019

State Police arrested 53 year old Michael Silver of Franklin for Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs, Leaving the Scene of Personal Injury Accident and Unlawful Possession of Marijuana, after a trooper was dispatched to a hit and run accident on State Route 357 in the town of Franklin.   As the trooper was responding the area, he observed Silver’s vehicle with heavy front end damage.  A traffic stop was initiated; Silver was impaired by drugs and had a suspended driver’s license.  Silver was released on appearance tickets to the town of Oneonta court tomorrow.  The operator of the other vehicle was taken to UHS Delaware Valley Hospital in Walton for arm pain and later released.

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The Streets of Norwich will be filled with basketball players for the annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament this weekend, organizer Tom Revoir said that they still need volunteers for a variety of necessary functions:

(Tom Revoir 7-8-19)

The number to call & volunteer for the Macker Tournament at the Norwich Y is 336-9622, extension 29.

State Police arrested 28 year old Rosa Bautist-Pena of Yonkers for Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs, after she arrived at the State Police barracks in Oneonta to speak to a trooper on an unrelated matter.  She was arraigned in the town of Oneonta court where she was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $50 cash bail or $250 property bond.  She will appear in the town on Oneonta court on July 11th. 

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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli announced that there is $16 billion waiting to be claimed and the Office returns over $1.5 million a day.   Anyone who thinks that New York State may have unclaimed funds can visit .osc.state.ny.us and search your name to find out if the state has money that belongs you.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 38-Year-Old Mary Hubert of Unadilla, Sunday for DWI, following a civilian report of a driver sleeping behind the wheel of a motor vehicle on Sheehan Road in the Town of Meredith.  Hubert was also issued tickets for Parking on a Public Highway, and Refusal to Take a Breath Screening Test; she was released on tickets for the Town of Meredith Court at a later date.

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Several area fire departments responded Friday to a fire at a home in the town of Butternuts.  The call came into Otsego County 911 at 7:14 p.m. Friday night from the residents, who successfully escaped the house without injuries. Fire companies from Mt. Upton, Gilbertsville, Unadilla, Wells Bridge and Morris all responded to the scene, the cause of the fire is still under investigation.

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The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for our Celebration of Sustainable Success Awards.  Nominees should be a chamber member who deserves recognition for the Quality of Life Award, which is given to a business, involved in the community and has made Otsego County a better place to live and work. The second award is the Environmental Stewardship Award which is for businesses, industries or organizations that have implemented programs or projects that have had a positive environmental impact on Otsego County.  Nominations should be submitted by 5:00 pm Thursday, July 18.  The winners will be honored at the Summer Soiree on Thursday, August 22nd.

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All of the absentee ballots in Broome County have now been counted for the Republican Party Primary District Attorney race.  Paul Batistti is named the winner over Michael Korchak by slim margin, Batistti had a slim margin on Primary Day June 25th, the counting of the absentee ballots today confirmed Batistti’s victory.

State Police arrested 38 year old Joshua Eckman of Oneonta for Criminal Contempt, after a victim called troopers stating that Eckman entered the victim’s residence and violated an order of protection. Eckman was arraigned in the town of Oneonta court; he was released on his recognizance.  On July 4th, Eckman was arrested again on the same charge after he entered the victim’s home, he was arrested and complained of alleged pain while being processed by State Police, he was taken to Fox Hospital.  Once cleared from the hospital, Eckman was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $1,000 cash bail or $2,000 property bond pending court action on July 11th. 

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State Police arrested 27 year old Brandon Hilts of Burlington Flats for Unlawful Imprisonment, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing, Criminal Mischief and 2 counts of Criminal Mischief.  Troopers were dispatched to a residence on Arnold Road in the town of Burlington to check the welfare of a person who had not responded to work.  Troopers found Hilts and the victim, Hilts allegedly refused to let the victim leave the residence after an argument by physically blocking two exit doors.  He’s also accused of choking the victim and breaking 2 phones, making the victim unable to call for help.  Hilts was arrested & was arraigned & remanded to the Otsego County Jail on no bail due to violating his parole.  The victim was issued an order of protection.

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The Chenango County Department of Public Works Crews will begin bridge rehabilitation work on 2 structures on County Road 32, in the Town of Norwich today.  The work on these projects will last into the fall; they will maintain two way traffic at each bridge structure; however the traffic pattern at each structure shall change as the projects progress.    Questions and concerns can be addressed by calling 337-1710.

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