WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 11-29-18

by wcdonews Posted on November 29, 2018

State Police are looking to identify an individual described as a white female with shoulder length blond hair, driving a white 4 door late model sedan. The suspect is accused of going through a vehicle while it was parked at Animal Adventure Park near Colesville on October 16 and taking money, credit cards and checks. The suspect’s picture was obtained when she attempted to cash a check using the victim’s identification at the NBT Bank in Syracuse. Anyone with information should call State Police at 775-1241; photos have been posted at the State Police Troop C web page.
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The Delaware County Board of Supervisors passed their 103 million dollar budget at their meeting Wednesday in Delhi. The tax levy increase was held to about 1.4%, the board also approved of forming the substance Abuse Prevention Task Force which will include members of several County Agencies to try to combat the ongoing Heroin & Opioid problem.
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The Autopsy performed on 50 year old Wade Bostwick of Milford showed that he died of carbon monoxide poisoning. Bostwick was found dead in his home after firefighters responded to a fire at his Center Street Milford Address last Saturday afternoon.
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The State Department of Taxation and Finance announced more than 62,000 payments worth more than $46.6 million have been made through its convenient Quick Pay application since the beginning of 2018. The free service provides individuals a way to promptly pay a tax bill or debt owed from an audit or collection case, or as part of an installment payment agreement. More information is available at tax.ny.gov at the Bills & Notices page.
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Demolitions of Derelict buildings in Sidney Center have begun this week. Sidney Town Supervisor Gene Pigford explains:

(Gene Pigford 11-29-18)

Supervisor Pigford said that the buildings were purchased for a nominal fee and will initially serve as a Green Space.
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Sidney area residents over 65 can get assistance with medical bills of prescription costs through the Mary MacKinnon Trust Fund. Community Bank Trust Department Spokesperson Julia Goff explains:

(Julia Goff 11-29-18)

Goff said that the trust fund has been active & growing for over 50 years, more information is available at 433-4212
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The race in the 22nd Congressional District is over, with Anthony Brindisi officially being called the winner, and outgoing Republican Claudia Tenney finally conceded the race yesterday. Brindisi has already been in Washington for orientation, Tenney leaves after serving only 1 term in Congress.
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The Tri-Town Coalition On Substance Abuse Prevention will hold their next regular meeting this evening. The meeting will be held in the Sidney High School Library from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, the guest speaker will be Megan Waldrath of PRC.
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The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting this evening in the Guilford Elementary School Cafeteria at 6:30 PM. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-28-18

by wcdonews Posted on November 28, 2018

Governor Cuomo & area leaders announced the start of construction on the $20.5 million Canal Plaza with 48 apartments and new commercial space to Binghamton’s North Side. The project will transform and revitalize land that is currently a brownfield; it will include 3 commercial suites totaling about 15,000 square feet, 1 of which will be occupied by Catholic Charities of Broome County for the operation of Encompass Health Home, which will deliver assistance to Medicaid-eligible adults and children with chronic medical and/ or behavioral health conditions. The project will be partially funded with $1.1 million in Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery funding from the Governor’s Office of Storm Recovery.
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19th District Freshman Congressman Antonio Delgado is in Washington, getting up to speed with orientations prior to being sworn in early in January:

(Antonio Delgado 11-28-18)

Delgado recently unseated Republican John Faso for the 19th District seat after Faso served only 1 term in Congress.
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Governor Cuomo announced yesterday that he will not run for president in 2020. Cuomo recently won election to serve a 3rd term as New York’s Governor; he told reporters will serve the entirety of his 3rd term as Governor.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 28 year old Kristin Shoulars of Milton, after she was stopped for Traffic violations on State Highway 17 in the Town of Hancock. During the stop, it was found that her privileges to operate a motor vehicle were suspended, a search of the vehicle revealed that she was in possession of several controlled substances. Shoulars was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, 4 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, she was arraigned in the Village of Hancock Court where she was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility in lieu of $1,000 cash bail or $2,000 secured bond.
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A New York City man arrested for selling heroin and cocaine in Norwich, has pleaded guilty to drug charges. 21 year old Kodi Glenn pleaded guilty to 3rd-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance; Glenn will serve 3 years in prison plus 2 years of probation.
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8 people were left homeless following a fire on Main Street in Worcester Tuesday night. Fire was visible from the rear of the home when firefighters first arrived, all residents escaped without injuries. Fire Fighters from Oneonta, Schenevus, East Worcester, and Westford fire departments responded, with no injuries reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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Delaware County supervisors released their preliminary, proposed 2019 budget to the public on Wednesday, November 14 which reflects a 1.5602 % increase from the 2018 budget. There will be a public hearing on the proposed 2019 budget, at the next Board of Supervisors meeting Today at 1:00 PM at the Charles Cook County Office Building at 111 Main Street, Delhi.
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The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive today from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm, at the DCMO BOCES Harold Campus Masonville, Blood donors of all blood types, especially type O, and platelet donors are urged to make an appointment to donate at RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
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State Senator Fred Akshar has posted a survey on his website regarding social media and search history background checks for pistol permit applications and renewals. The survey can be taken at nysenate.gov/senators/fred-akshar.
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The Otsego County Solid Waste Department reminds residents that animal carcasses/body parts from wildlife shall be accepted at the Oneonta and Cooperstown Transfer Station with the following conditions: Individuals shall double bagged material using 3ml contractor’s bags, Individuals must clearly state to scale operator you have carcasses for disposal, Individuals should not place carcasses/body parts in curb side pick up & Fees will be charged at scale rate for disposal. More information is available at 547-4225 or otsegocounty.com/depts/sw.
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 11-27-18

by wcdonews Posted on November 27, 2018

Two people were injured when a Pickup Truck & Oneonta City School Bus collided Monday afternoon at route 8 & Country Club Road. The driver of the pickup, 35 year old Benjamin Goodwin of Laurens was ticketed for running a red light, the unidentified bus driver & a driver’s aid suffered minor injuries in the crash & were taken to Fox Hospital, 3 children on the bus were not injured.
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Oneonta Mayor Gary Herzig is expected to ask the Oneonta Common Council to re-name the Oneonta Municipal Airport in honor of former Oneonta Mayor & Businessman Sam Nader at their December 4th meeting. Nader rallied to have an airport established when he was mayor of Oneonta in the 60’s.
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The National Baseball Hall Of Fame & Museum will celebrate the Boston Red Sox’s 2018 World Series championship through Autumn Glory, the annual tribute to the World Series Champions in Cooperstown. The exhibit is now open, it features artifacts from the Red Sox, including a bat used by World Series MVP Steve Pearce, A jersey worn by David Price, Game-worn glasses used by Joe Kelly, a Hoodie worn by Red Sox manager Alex Cora in Game 5 & a Helmet worn by Brock Holt. The Autumn Glory display will be up through the conclusion of the 2019 Major League Baseball postseason.
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The State DEC is continuing with their investigation into the shooting deaths of 8 deer & the injury of a 9th one, in Otsego County last week in the town of Milford. So far, no arrests have been made.
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The Bainbridge Glow Gun Held at General Clinton Park raised over $5400 for Bainbridge native Bob Jinks. Money was raised at the event, plus through a local Bottle & can Drive, the amount raised was 270% above the initial goal, according to organizer Heather Bucalos of Sidney.
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State Police Superintendent George Beach announced the line of duty death of Trooper Jeremy VanNostrand this morning. Trooper VanNostrand was reporting to work at the State Police barracks in Fonda when he was involved in a motor vehicle crash at about 7:45 AM. The investigation revealed that Trooper VanNostrand was stopped in traffic in his personal vehicle, waiting to turn into the station, when he was rear-ended and pushed into oncoming traffic; he was transported to Albany Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries. Trooper VanNostrand served with the State Police for 6 years, he is survived by his wife & daughter, and funeral arrangements will be announced shortly.
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Sidney town officials announced that there will be a public open house at the new Town Facilities at 44 Grand Street in the village of Sidney this Saturday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Tours of the Sidney Historical Society Museum will also be held, all are welcome to attend.
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The Otsego County Health Department announced that a skunk has tested positive for rabies in Burlington Flats. 1 unvaccinated dog was exposed to the rabid skunk & will be euthanized, the next Otsego County Rabies clinic will be December 5th from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at the Susquehanna Animal Shelter.
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Attorney General Barbara Underwood released the annual “Pennies for Charity: Where Your Money Goes; Fundraising by Professional Fundraisers” report, which found that nearly 1/3rd of charitable donations ended up in the pockets of professional fundraisers. In 2017, more than $1.18 billion was raised in New York State through 964 fundraising campaigns conducted by professional fundraisers on behalf of charities. The report and the searchable Pennies for Charity database containing the underlying data is posted at www.CharitiesNYS.com.
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The Binghamton Devils today announced they will be holding a the “Put the Biscuit in the Basket” food drive starting on Wednesday and running until Saturday, December 15, benefitting CHOW. Fans can bring in two or more non-perishable food items starting this Wednesday and receive a free ticket to a game on Saturday, December 1, Saturday, December 8, Saturday, December 15 or Friday, December 21st. Donations will be accepted every day during normal business hours at the Binghamton Devils front office, and on game days at the front office and the credential table on the first floor. More information is available at binghamtondevils.com or 722-7367.
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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 11-26-18

by wcdonews Posted on November 26, 2018

Some individuals on Medicaid receiving treatment for opioid use disorder might have received opioid prescriptions outside of their treatment programs, according to an audit issued by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Auditors examined state Department of Health records from 2013 to Sept. 3th 2017 and identified 18,786 Medicaid recipients who received 208,198 prescriptions for opioids through Medicaid while also receiving opioids such as methadone, as part of a treatment program for opioid use disorder. DiNapoli recommended the Department of Health develop a report that can be used to notify treatment programs when I-STOP indicates recipients are receiving dangerous prescriptions; & to take steps to ensure Medicaid managed care organizations require reviews prior to dispensing opioids to recipients with opioid use disorder. The report is available at osc.state.ny.us/audits.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 24 year old Kyle Gardner of Franklin for DWI, & Driving with a blood alcohol content of 0.08% or higher, following a 1-car accident in the Town of Franklin, where the vehicle was found to have travelled over an embankment. Gardner was subsequently released on an appearance ticket and scheduled to appear before the Town of Franklin Court at a later date.
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Oneonta Mayor Gary Herzig joined 50 mayors from across the State in Albany recently, to discuss the New York Conference of Mayors priorities for the 2019 Legislative Session. The mayors announced that the Creation of a Municipal Investment Initiative, Increase State Funding for Infrastructure & Allow Municipalities to be Compensated for the Cost of Providing Services to Large Tax Exempt Properties.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested and charged 30 year old Stephen Tanner of Deposit for Criminal Contempt for allegedly violating of an order of protection issued by the Delaware County Family Court. Tanner was arraigned at the Village of Deposit Court, where he was later remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Faculty in lieu of $1,000 cash bail or $2,000 secured bond. Tanner is set to appear in the Village of Deposit Court at a later date.
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49 year old Wade Bostwick of Milford was found dead in his Center Street after Milford firefighters responded to smoke showing at his Center Street Home Saturday. Fire investigators believe that the fire started in a defective hot water heater in the basement, the fire was called in by Bostwick son. The Investigation is continuing.
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State Senate Democrats announced that State Senator Andrea Stewart Cousins will be the first female leader of the Senate in State history. Stewart Cousins has been the Minority Leader since 2012; Democrats are taking over the State senate for the first time in over 8 years.
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The Oneonta Common Council will hold a special meeting today, regarding the budget for the next fiscal year. The meeting will begin at 6:00 PM at the Common Council Chambers at City hall.
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The next “Reunite Bainbridge” Committee Meeting will be held this evening. The Meeting will begin at 7:00 pm @ back of Bob’s Diner.
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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 11-23-18

by wcdonews Posted on November 23, 2018

Otsego County Sheriff’s Department announced the arrest of 2 men on multiple charges after a joint investigation by his Office and the NYS DEC Police in the Town of Middlefield. 22 year old Dylan Kingsley of Rome & 23 year old Nathanial Smoot of Statesville, North Carolina were charged with illegally taking of a deer, possession of a loaded weapon in a vehicles, trespassing & hunting without a license among other charges, for allegedly hunting illegally on private land in the Town of Middlefield. Kingsley is accused of illegally shooting a deer while Smoot is accused of hunting without a license. Both were arraigned in the Town of Middlefield Court & face action at a later date.
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Otsego County Sheriff’s department arrested 44 year old Bradley Ganio of Laurens, for 3rd degree Assault, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing & Harassment, following a recent domestic dispute. Ganio was arraigned and is scheduled to reappear in the Town of Laurens Court at a later date.
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Tomorrow is Small Business Saturday, Steve Craig of Commerce Chenango comments:

(Steve Craig 11-23-18)

Small businesses donate 250% more than larger businesses to non-profits and community causes, Statistics show that if you spend $100 at a local business, roughly $68 stays in your local economy. If you spend the same are a large business, only $43 stays in the local economy
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State Police arrested 21 year old Timothy Johns of Greene for Aggravated DWI with a reportable BAC of .21%. Troopers responded to a report of a one car accident on State Route 206 in the town of Greene, where Johns was accused of operating the vehicle when he struck a guide rail and became stuck, Johns was released to a sober 3rd party and will appear in the town of Greene Court on December 6th.
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Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre & Gallery & the Jericho Arts Council presents the Kevin Prater band Saturday at 7:00 PM. Ticket Reservations are available at 288-3882; tickets will also be available at the Box Office prior to the show.
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State Police arrested 25 year old Jeffrey Gurnee of Afton for Sexual Abuse following an investigation of an alleged sex abuse several years ago where Gurnee allegedly inappropriately touched a child under the age of 14, & a child under the age of 11 on another occasion. Gurnee was arraigned in the town of Afton Court; he was remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $5,000 cash bail or $10,000 bond. An order of protection was issued for each victim
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Chenango County Sheriff’s Department arrested a 15 year old juvenile for Arson and Aggravated Cruelty to Animals, following an investigation into 3 fires over a 4 day period at 993 County Road 3 in the Town of Smithville earlier this month. 1 of the fires killed 25 goats & other livestock. The juvenile was arraigned in Chenango County Family Court and remanded to a juvenile facility.
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The Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce will hold their 1st Small Business Saturday “Holiday Shop Saturday” Tomorrow as part of Small Business Saturday from 12:00 Noon to 6:00 pm at the Afton Central School. More information is available at 208-4064.
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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce announced their “Shop Local Artisans” Event to be held on Small Business Saturday tomorrow. The event will be held at the Bainbridge Town Hall from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
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The American Red Cross has a blood drive in Walton today from 2:00 to 6:00PM at the Pines Brook Church. Blood donors of all blood types, especially type O, and appointments to donate can be made at RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS
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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-21-18

by wcdonews Posted on November 21, 2018

State Police at Norwich arrested 22 year old Nathan Whitehill of New Berlin for DWI with a B.A.C of .12%, plus Unlawful Possession of Marijuana. Troopers observed the vehicle Whitehill was operating to be speeding and failing to keep right while on County Road 33 in the town of Norwich. A traffic stop was initiated and Whitehill was arrested, troopers also discovered a mason jar of marijuana in his possession. He was released on appearance tickets returnable to the town of Norwich Court on December 20th.
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Scott and Marianne Ray of Norwich pleaded guilty to 2nd degree assault and endangering in the welfare of a child in Chenango County Court this week. The couple was accused of hitting a child with a hair brush & throwing a child into a wall this summer, they were each sentenced to 6 months in jail followed by 5 years’ probation.
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The Delaware County Historical Association will host its inaugural Christmas Fair on Saturday December 8th at their facility 2 miles north of Delhi on state highway 10. From 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. More information is available at 746-3849.
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The Capital Region Toys for Tots Foundation today announced its distribution plans for the 2018 holiday season, to deliver thousands of toys and winter coats to children in need throughout Upstate New York. The Toys for Tots Train schedule is December 1st, starting at 10:00 AM at the Binghamton Yard, it will then arrive in Bainbridge at 11:45 AM, then at 1:15 pm at the Gas Avenue Crossing, Oneonta, before heading for Cobleskill & Delanson. The train will continue on Sunday & finish its run in through the Capital region to Rouses Point.
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As part of an initiative to be designated as a Clean Energy Community, the City of Oneonta has installed a ChargePoint Level 2 electric vehicle charging station in the Dietz Street parking lot. The Program is a NYSERDA initiative to reward communities for becoming more energy efficient. The charging station is equipped with two ports, allowing two vehicles to charge simultaneously. Initially, the City will not apply a fee for drivers to use this EV charging station. However, drivers must be a member of the ChargePoint network. 2 parking spaces, adjacent to the charging station in the Dietz Street Parking Lot, will be reserved for electric vehicles only.
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The Out of The Woodworks Players will hold auditions soon, for “Anne of Green Gables-The Musical” to be performed in the spring, spokesman Will Drew explains:

(Will Drew 11-21-18)

Drew said that the show performances at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater would be April 5th, 6th, and 7th.
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State Police arrested 39 year old Dustin Hendricks of Milford for Criminal Contempt & Menacing, after Troopers were called to a dispute at a residence on State Route 28 in the town of Hartwick. Hendrick’s actions violated an order of protection, which was already in place, he was arraigned in the town of Hartwick Court where he was remanded to the Otsego County Jail in lieu of $5,000 cash bail or $10,000 property bond. His next court date is December 12th.
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State Police arrested 29 year old Nicholas Reyes of Guilford for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Driving While Intoxicated & Refusal to Submit to a Breath Test. Troopers responded to a one car rollover on County Road 38 in the town of Guilford. An investigation revealed that the vehicle Reyes was operating veered over the double yellow lines then back into his lane before going off the roadway, striking a ditch and rolling over. Reyes was transported to Tri-Town Hospital then later Wilson Memorial Hospital for his injuries, he issued appearance tickets to the town of Guilford Court.
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The State Department of Labor released preliminary local unemployment rates for October 2018. In October, the number of private sector jobs in the State was 8,218,800, the State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased to 4.0% in October 2018. Locally, Chenango County had 3.4% Unemployment, Delaware County 3.7% & Otsego County 3.3%.
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 11-20-18

by wcdonews Posted on November 20, 2018

20-year-old Michael Roque of Long island was sentenced today in Broome County Court for the murder of Joao Souza on April 15 at Windham Hall on the Binghamton University campus. Roque pleaded guilty in September to 2nd degree murder, he was sentenced to 20 years in prison.
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The first lawsuit has been filed in connection with the October 6th Limo Crash in Schoharie. Thomas and Donna Rivenburg, the parents of Amanda Rivenburg, have filed a lawsuit Prestige Limousine & Chauffer Service & others, for the use of the limousine that failed an inspection and was in violation for having 18 seats, which exceeded the limit of 10 seats for that vehicle, and that the driver did not have a proper license to operate the vehicle. The Rivenburgs are seeking monetary damages for gross negligence, pain and suffering, and wrongful death, 20 people died in the crash& the investigation is continuing.
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43 year old David Woodward of Binghamton has been charged with 46 counts of unlawful surveillance, after being accused of videotaping people using his bathroom. The Broome County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant & seized electronic recording devices; Woodward was arraigned and was released pending future court action.
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The Oneonta Department of Public Service announced that they are repairing a water main break on Chestnut Street until about 5:00 PM today, from Morgan to West End Avenue. Some local residents will be without water for a portion of the project. Parking on the street will not be permitted, and the street will be closed to traffic for the duration of work & a detour has been set up for motorists. More information is available at 432-2100.
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Governor Cuomo announced that temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on New York State highways will be suspended beginning tomorrow morning at 6:00 AM through Monday, November 26th at 6:00 AM to accommodate travelers during the busy Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend. Some work may continue behind permanent concrete barriers or for emergency repairs. New Yorkers are also reminded that state and local law enforcement will be participating in an impaired driving enforcement campaign from Wednesday through Sunday; motorists also need to remember to follow the state’s Move Over Law.
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Afton area businesses & The Afton Girl Scouts are teaming up this holiday season to put together Military care Packages for soldiers overseas. Scout leader Lora Vanderheide explains;

(Lora Vanderheide 11-20-18)

Vanderheide said that the collections will be accepted through December 24th & will be shipped out the following week. More information is available at 639-1700.
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Sesame Street Live will bring their latest show “Make Your Magic” to the Forum Theater in Binghamton next march, spokesperson Jennifer Maninger said that tickets are on sale:

(Jennifer Maninger 11-20-18)

Maninger said that the new show features Elmo & Abby learning to perform magic tricks, more information is available at sesamestreetlive.com/make-your-magic.
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The Oneonta Common Council will hold their next regular meeting this evening. The Meeting begins at 7:00 PM and is open to the public in the Council Chambers on the 2nd floor of City Hall.
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The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage and urgently needs blood and platelet donors to give now to avoid delays in lifesaving medical care for patients. A blood drive will be held in Oneonta today from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at Saint James Episcopal Church, 305 Main Street. Blood donors of all blood types, especially type O, are urged to make an appointment to donate at RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 11-19-18

by wcdonews Posted on November 19, 2018

THE BAINBRIDGE-GUILFORD GIRLS VOLLEYBALL TEAM WON THEIR 2ND STRAIGHT New York STATE CLASS-D CHAMPIONSHIP ON SUNDAY IN GLENS FALLS. THEY DEFEATED PANAMA FROM WESTERN NEW YORK AGAIN THIS YEAR. ABIGAIL SELFRIDGE WAS NAMED THE CLASS-D MVP FOR THE 2ND STRAIGHT YEAR WHILE ERICA SELFRIDGE AND ZAMIRA CALDWELL MADE THE ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAM. BOBCATS COACH TAMI SELFRIDGE SAID ABIGAIL REALLY STEPPED UP IN KEY MOMENTS TO HELP THE TEAM CAPTURE THE CROWN

(TAMI SELFRIDGE 11-19-18)

TO LISTEN TO THE FULL INTERVIEW WITH COACH SELFRIDGE AND TO SEE PHOTOS AND VIDEO OF THE TEAM’S CELEBRATION AND PARADE IN BAINBRIDGE YOU CAN VISIT WCDO SPORTS DOT COM OR FOLLOW WCDO SPORTS DIRECTOR NATE LULL ON TWITTER OR INSTAGRAM
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 37 Year old Shaun Leggio of Shirley for DWI and Driving with a BAC greater that 0.08%, & moving form a lane unsafely, following a 1 car rollover in the Town of Walton. Deputies determined that Leggio had been operating the vehicle in an intoxicated condition, with a blood alcohol content of 0.16%, he was released on appearance tickets and scheduled to appear before the Town of Walton at a later date.
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After all the absentee ballots were accounted for, Anthony Brindisi has defeated one term incumbent republican Congresswoman Claudia Tenney in the 22nd district. Brindisi had small lead last week as the ballots were being counted, he attended orientations for new incoming members of Congress in Washington while the votes were being tabulated, and he will be sworn in in January.
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The 24th Annual Parade Of Lights will be held in Downtown Norwich this Saturday night at 6:00 PM. Toys will be collected for Toys For Tots, there will be entertainment & Free Yogurt donated by Chobani. Saturday’s parade will start at the corner of Eaton & will go along South Broad Street north to Fair Street. Santa Claus will be set up in West park at the conclusion of the parade.
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Delaware County’s Solid Waste center will be closed on Thanksgiving again this year, Solid Waste Management Coordinator Sue McIntyre explains:

(Sue McIntyre 11-19-18)

McIntyre said that the Solid Waste Management Center will also be closed on Christmas & New year’s day.
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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli is urging New Yorkers to read the fine print on gift cards this holiday season for details about fees and expiration dates. DiNapoli said New Yorkers should use their gift cards within a year of purchase to avoid inactivity fees and register cards with the retailers. By registering their cards, owners can be identified which improves the opportunity of finding and claiming unused card balances that may be reported as unclaimed funds. Money from unused gift cards issued by New York businesses is turned over to the State Comptroller’s office as abandoned property after five years of dormancy. State residents can find out if the state owes them money, can find out at osc.state.ny.us.
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Governor Cuomo today announced $27.1 million to fund rail and port improvement projects across New York State. The grants, from the Governor’s Passenger and Freight Rail Assistance Program, will support projects that strengthen infrastructure and economic development vital to the movement of goods throughout the state. In the Southern Tier $1.9 will be used by Central New York Railroad Corporation, B & H Rail Corporation & Catskill Revitalization Corporation.

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THE BAINBRIDGE-GUILFORD GIRLS VOLLEYBALL TEAM CAPTURED THE 2018 NEW YORK STATE CLASS-D CHAMPIONSHIP ON SUNDAY IN GLENS FALLS. IT IS THE 2ND STRAIGHT STATE TITLE FOR THE BOBCATS. WCDO CAUGHT UP WITH B-G HEAD COACH TAMI SELFRIDGE AFTER THE TEAM RETURNED TO THE SCHOOL AND GOT A BIG WELCOME HOME PARADE TO CELEBRATE:

(TAMI SELFRIDGE 11-19-18)

B-G’S ZAMIRA CALDWELL AND ERICA SELFRIDGE WERE BOTH NAMED TO THE CLASS-D ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAM WHILE ABIGAIL SELFRIDGE WAS NAMED THE CLASS-D MVP FOR THE 2ND STRAIGHT SEASON. TO HEAR THE FULL INTERVIEW WITH COACH SELFRIDGE YOU CAN VISIT WCDO SPORTS DOT COM
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The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage and urgently needs blood and platelet donations. A blood drive will be held in Sidney today from 10:00AM to 3:00 PM at SFCU at 42 Union Street, Blood donors of all blood types, especially type O, and platelet donors are urged to make an appointment at RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS
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