WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-18-18

by wcdonews Posted on July 18, 2018

59 year old Herbert Zindle of The Town Of Maryland was found guilty by an Otsego County Jury Tuesday for 9 counts of 2nd degree criminal sexual act. The jury reached their decision in less than 30 minutes, Zindle was convicted of performing sexual acts with a boy under the age of 15 on 9 occasions, he faces sentencing on August 27th in Otsego County Court.
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Governor Cuomo has a large lead against his challengers, according to the latest Quinnipiac Poll. Cuomo topped Democratic challenger Cynthia Nixon by 59 to 23% among registered Democratics, against Republican candidate Marc Molinaro, Cuomo had a 43 to 23% lead.
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State Police arrested 27 year old Dillion Beadle of Norwich for Driving While Intoxicated after he was involved in a two car crash. Troopers were dispatched to a crash on State Highway 12 in Norwich. No serious injuries were reported. Beadle was turned over to a sober third party and is scheduled to appear in the town of Norwich Court on August 2nd.
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The New York State Departments of Health and Agriculture & Markets cautioned New York residents, visitors and farmers about the continued importance of taking measures to protect against ticks, as a new tick species, the “longhorned tick,” was recently discovered in Westchester County. The State Department of Health reported that the longhorned tick has transmitted disease to humans in other parts of the world, and may pose a threat to livestock. The Department of Agriculture and Markets encourages livestock owners and veterinarians to also be vigilant for unusually heavy tick infestations, if longhorned ticks are suspected, farmers should consult with their veterinarians and contact the Department at 518-457-3502.
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The next concert at the Don Clayton Memorial Trailside Concert Series in Sidney will feature The Realtime Dixieland Band tonight. Spokesperson Annie Pysnik explains:

(Annie Pysnik 7-18-18)

The concert will begin at 6:30 p.m. under the pavilion at Keith Clark Park on River St. in Sidney. All of these concerts are free and open to the public.
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The Greene Lions Club announces that the Greene Arts Festival will be held on Saturday July 28th, spokesperson Patty Washburn explains:

(Patty Washburn 7-18-18)

Crafters of vendors interested in participating can call Washbrun at 725-7688.
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Former Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos on Tuesday was found guilty of fraud and corruption in a retrial stemming from his efforts to help his son receive a no-show job. His son, Adam Skelos, was also found guilty of eight charges as well. It was the second time Dean and Adam Skelos were found guilty of the charges in a federal courthouse. The faced a retrial this year after their 2016 convictions were tossed following the Supreme Court’s reinterpretation of the definition of theft of honest services.
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State Police arrested 2 people after a traffic stop on State Route 12 in Chenango. 31 year old Derrick Jenks of Greene was arrested for 3 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, 27 year old Leigha Nault of Greene was arrested for 3 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of Marihuana, & Unlawfully Dealing with Fireworks and Possession of a Controlled Substance Outside of Original Container. Nault was operating a vehicle on State Route 12 which was not insured. After an investigation, troopers located marijuana, heroin, LSD, and several different types of illegal fireworks. Nault and Jenks were released on appearance tickets in the town of Chenango Court on July 24th.
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On Friday evening, July 6, 2018, members of the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office, State Police, including K-9 units, and the Village of Walton Police Department conducted an Enhanced Traffic Safety Enforcement Campaign in the Village of Walton and surrounding area towns. This campaign resulted in a total of 57 traffic summonses being issued. The collaborative detail resulted in the following arrests: 4 Arrests for Driving While Intoxicated; 2 Arrests for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated; 1 Arrest for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle; 4 Arrests for Unlawful Possession of Marihuana; 1 Arrest for Reckless Driving & 1Unlawfully Fleeing a Police Officer.
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Delaware County Public Health will hold a free rabies clinic today in Delhi. The clinic for dogs, cats & ferrets will be held between 6:00 & 8:00 PM at the Delhi Fire Hall at 140 Delview Terrace. More information is available at 832-5200 or Delaware county public health.com.
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-17-18

by wcdonews Posted on July 17, 2018

Governor Cuomo has more than $31 million in his campaign account after raising $6 million over the past six months, according to filing information that was made public this week. Democratic primary opponent, actress Cynthia Nixon raised about $1.6 million since she launched her candidacy; Republican candidate Marcus Molinaro raised $1.1 million.
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State Police arrested 23 year old Mackenzie Gardner of Bainbridge for Criminal Obstruction of Breathing and Harassment. Troopers were dispatched by Chenango County 911 to a physical domestic at a residence in Bainbridge, Gardner is accused of striking a victim and putting his hands around the victim’s throat obstructing breathing, he was arraigned in the town of Bainbridge Court & was released, he will return to Bainbridge Court on July 24th, the victim was provided with an order of protection.
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25 year old Justin Tait of Unadilla was arrested by State Police Sunday after he allegedly threw a 25-pound weight at a vehicle. Tait was arrested after a domestic dispute, he was charged with Criminal mischief and harassment, he was arraigned & was released in his own recognizance, and he faces court action on August 13th. The unidentified victim was issued an order of protection.
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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold Summer Fest 2018 this Friday 7 Saturday, spokesperson June White explains:

(June White 7-17-18)

More information & updates will be available on the Summer Fest 2018 Facebook page.
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The Village of Unadilla was awarded funds under the Small Cities Community Development Block Grant Program, for $375,000 to provide a Village-Wide Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program. The required public hearing will be held tonight to solicit comments and answer questions regarding the Grant Program or grant activities, the hearing tonight will begin at 6:30 pm at the firehouse on Clifton Street.
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NYSEG crews responded to the reports of almost 3000 customers without power following several small powerful storm cells today. Outages were reported throughout the southern tier into the Capital District, where most of the outages were reported.
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Registration forms for the Bainbridge-Guilford after School Care Program are due by August 1st. The program is open to all students Pre-K through 6 and will be held at Greenlawn Elementary School starting September 6. For more information or to obtain a registration form, call the District Office at 967-6321.

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THE NEXT MEETING OF THE BAINBRIDGE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WILL BE HELD THIS MORNING. THE MEETING WILL BEGIN AT 7:30 IN THE BACK OF BOB’S DINER.
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Delaware County Public Health will hold a Free Rabies Clinic in Deposit today. The Clinic will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Deposit Town Clerk Building at 3 Elm Street, more information is available at Delaware County Public Health.com or 832-5200
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies report that the Town of Hancock Highway Department recovered the heavy duty York rake that was stolen earlier this month in the Town of Hancock. The rake was discovered by a Town of Hancock Highway Department crew approximately 10 miles away, it was not damaged, Sheriff’s Deputies are continuing their investigation, they continue to encourage the public to contact the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office at 832-5555, or 287-4759, or by email; eric.alexander@co.delaware.ny.us.
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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-16-18

by wcdonews Posted on July 16, 2018

Governor Cuomo and all 31 members of the Senate Democratic Conference called on Senate Republicans to return to Albany to vote to codify Roe vs. Wade into State law. Senate Democrats pledged to provide 31 votes and only need one Republican to vote to codify Roe v. Wade into State law. Governor Cuomo said that the 50-year old abortion law could be overturned by the Supreme Court, following the nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court, Cuomo said that only 1 Republican vote in the State Senate will ensure that no matter what happens at the federal level, the protections offered by Roe v. Wade would still be secure in New York.
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Lieutenant Colonel Dave Grossman, a leading expert on human aggression & violent crime, will address area school officials & law enforcement officials at the Sherburne Earlville High School this Friday. Madison County Sheriff Todd Hood told WCDO news about this presentation:

(Sheriff Todd Hood 7-16-18)

The discussion will be held from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, more information is available by email Naylor.c.j74@gmail.com.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded Friday to a report of a 1-car motor vehicle accident on Richardson Hill Road in the Town of Masonville. Deputies found the driver, 20 year old Holden Smith of Sidney Center lying on the shoulder of the roadway with an apparent broken leg. Smith’s car was found over the embankment at that location and was found to have impacted a tree head on. Further investigation revealed that Smith was driving to Sidney Center from the Ithaca area at the time of the accident, and that Smith had consumed prescription medications prior to the accident. Smith was later transported to Wilson Hospital for treatment of the injuries sustained from the collision.
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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce announced that this year’s “Arts & Music Festival”, originally scheduled for Saturday July 21st, has been cancelled. Sidney Chamber President Jamie Cole told WCDO News that they expect to bring the Arts & Music Festival back in 2019.
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State Senator Jim Seward and Assemblyman Bill Magee will be in Chenango County, TODAY at Gilligan’s Ice Cream in Sherburne. Seward and Magee will mark the signing of a new state law allowing for the sale of ice cream made with beer and hard cider.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 34 year old Patricia Ware of Sharon Springs for Petty Larceny; she is accused of taking various items from a home that she is a caretaker for in the Town of Franklin. Ware was arraigned at the Town of Hamden Court & was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $3000 cash bail or $6000 bond. She was scheduled to appear before the Town of Franklin Court at a later date.
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State Police arrested 24 year old James Joyce of Colesville for Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle & Reckless Endangerment, plus more than a dozen traffic tickets after he attempted to elude troopers while on an ATV. A trooper on State Route 7 in Unadilla observed Joyce on an ATV as he passed an ambulance with its emergency lights activated and over a double solid yellow line. Joyce fled from the trooper, nearly striking a pedestrian. The pursuit was terminated In Bainbridge when Joyce drove onto railroad tracks & he tipped over. Joyce was arraigned in the town of Bainbridge Court and remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $2,500 cash bail or $5,000 bond, pending court action on July 24, 2018.
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State Police arrested 33 year old Ashlie Keesler of Downsville for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with Child Under 15 or Under as Passenger, & Refusal to Submit to a Breath Test. A trooper on patrol observed Keesler and two children walking on State Highway 30 in Colchester, an investigation revealed that Keesler had been involved in an accident and her vehicle went over an embankment. Keesler and the children were transported to Delaware Valley Hospital. Keesler was arrested and released on appearance tickets returnable to the Colchester Town Court on August 7th.
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The Oneonta Common Council will hold a Special meeting today at 6:00 PM at City Hall. The purpose of the meeting is to establish budget guidelines for 2019.
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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 7-13-18

by wcdonews Posted on July 13, 2018

The 42nd Annual Unadilla Carnival of Sales will be held tomorrow from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, throughout the village, Event Chairperson Jackie Carey comments:

(Jackie Carey 7-13-18)

Maps will be available outlining the various exhibits & lawn sales throughout the village, they can be picked up tomorrow at House of Consignment, Village Variety & The Meeting Place.
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Property tax levy growth for local governments will be capped at 2% for the 2019 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. The report is available at osc.state.ny.us.
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The State Department of Health today announced the filing of emergency regulations adding any condition for which an opioid could be prescribed as a qualifying condition for medical marijuana. Effective immediately, registered practitioners may certify patients to use medical marijuana as a replacement for opioids, provided that the precise underlying condition for which an opioid would otherwise be prescribed is stated on the patient’s certification. This allows patients with severe pain that doesn’t meet the definition of chronic pain to use medical marijuana as a replacement for opioids. More information is available at health.ny.gov.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 28 year old Samantha Rogers of Hancock on a Bench Warrant issued by the Binghamton City Court due for failure to appear in court to answer charges of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation & Unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Rogers was later turned over to Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies for arraignment in City of Binghamton Court.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies received a complaint of a red motorcycle on State Highway 28, in the village of Delhi, traveling at a high rate of speed. A responding Deputy was unable to safely pursue the motorcycle due to its speed. Deputies located and identified the operator of the motorcycle as 29 year old Kyle Vandewerker of Oneonta, who was clocked at 109 miles per hour. Vandewerker was issued Traffic Tickets for reckless driving, speeding, and speed not reasonable and prudent and was released to appear in the Town of Delhi Court to answer the charges on a later date.
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The City of Oneonta announced that there will be a Special Common Council meeting on Monday July 30th at 6:00 PM at City Hall. The pupose of the meeting is to establish budget guidelines for 2019.
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The annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament has been scheduled for this weekend in Norwich, About 400 teams & thousands of spectators traditionally fill up the streets in Norwich during this annual event, details are available at Macker.com.
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State Police arrested 39 year old Allen Shew of Afton, for Criminal Trespass & Disorderly Conduct. Troopers responded to the Mirabito on Main Street in Afton, Shew is accused of throwing items inside the store, kicking the glass door and throwing items outside. Shew was arraigned in the town of Afton Court. He is scheduled to reappear on July 23rd, and advised never to return to the store.
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Delaware County FoodWorks+ has partnered with SUNY Delhi for an educational four-part dinner and wine pairing series open to the public. The first event will be held on Saturday, beginning at 6:30 p.m., Tickets are $65 per person, per event and can be purchased online at dinnerwinepairings.eventbrite.com. Delaware County FoodWorks+ is located at 27905 State Highway 28, Andes; more information is available by email at delcofoodworks@gmail.com.
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Otsego County Conservation Association, The City of Oneonta, and the Catskill Regional Invasive Species Partnership are combining to hold an Invasive Species Teach-In Saturday, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the small pavilion in Wilber Park, in Oneonta. OCCA board member Donna Vogler and students from SUNY Oneonta will share their expertise about invasive plants with displays, activities, and a plant identification booth, the event is free and open to the public, more information is available at occainfo.org.
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The Annual Big Wheels Golf Tournament at the SUNY Delhi Golf Course raised almost $8,000 back on May 11th. The money raised will be used for a variety of programs helping the elderly in Delaware County.
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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 7-12-18

by wcdonews Posted on July 12, 2018

State Police & the Broome County District Attorney’s Office, arrested 30-year-old Serina Madden of Nineveh on a warrant for 2nd-degree murder, 1st-degree manslaughter and 2 counts of endangering the welfare of a child after she was indicted by the Broome County Grand Jury. Madden was arrested Monday in Endicott & she was arraigned in Broome County Court this morning. Madden was indicted following a lengthy investigation into the death of her 10-year-old daughter, BellaDonna Loke, who was found deceased in her bedroom in the Town of Colesville on February 18th. Madden is being held at the Broome County Jail and awaiting further court proceedings.

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Activites will begin Friday Morning at the Sidney Golf & Country Club for the Annual Sidney Alumni Weekend. Spokesman Brian Innes explains:

(Brian Innes 7-12-18)

More information is available at sidneyalumni.org.
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54 Baseball Hall of Fame members are expected to return, July 27 to the 30th, to celebrate the induction of the Hall of Fame Class of 2018. This year’s inductees are Vladimir Guerrero, Trevor Hoffman, Chipper Jones, Jack Morris, Jim Thome and Alan Trammell, they will be inducted on Sunday, July 29, with the Induction Ceremony beginning at 1:30 PM at the Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown.
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Oneonta Police arrested 2 residents Tuesday on Drug charges after they executed a search warrant at the Mayrose Apartments on Lewis Avenue. Police arrested 56 year old Doris Frimpong & 31 year old Dashawn Braxton on 4 counts each of criminal sale of a controlled substance. Police confiscated crack cocaine & powered cocaine, packaged for sale, both were being held in the Otsego County jail pending court action.
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State Police arrested 36 year old Henry Kortekaas of Laurens for Menacing & Resisting Arrest, after Troopers responded to a report of a fight in progress on Main Street in the village of Laurens. Kortekaas is accused of threatening 2 people with a knife, he was arraigned & was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $1,000 cash bail or $2,000 bond, pending action today in Laurens Court.
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State Police arrested 40 year old Jason Lowe of Greene for DWI & Unlawful possession of marijuana. A trooper patrolling State Highway 206 in Greene observed Lowe traveling at a high rate of speed. After a traffic stop was initiated, the trooper determined Lowe was intoxicated and possessed 13 grams of marijuana. Lowe was released on appearance tickets returnable to the town of Greene Court on July 19th.
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State Police arrested 43 year old Stephanie Spathelf of Coventry for Making a Punishable False Written Statement and Obstructing Governmental Administration. On July 1, troopers were dispatched to a 1 car rollover on State Highway 7 in Colesville, when they arrived, no one was in the vehicle, Spathelf told troopers someone else was driving the vehicle. Troopers learned that Spathelf was driving the vehicle at the time of the crash, she was arrested July 9, & was arraigned at Central Arraignment and released on her own recognizance.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies are currently investigating the theft of heavy duty York rake owned by the Town of Hancock Highway Department. The orange, heavy duty tow behind York brand rake was stolen from a highway pull off near the intersection of Charles Medlar Road and Bert Medlar Road in the Town of Hancock between Tuesday, July 3, and Monday, July 10. The rake has wheels and is 8 feet in width. Deputies are asking the public to contact the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office 832-5555, or 287-4759.
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The Binghamton Devils announced the 2018-19 regular season schedule. The Devils begin at home on Saturday, Oct. 6, at 7:05 p.m. against the defending Calder Cup Champions, the Toronto Marlies, and will play 38 home games at Floyd L. Maines Veterans Memorial Arena. more information, including pricing, benefits, and much more, visit the Devils website at binghamtondevils.com or call the Devils front office at 722-7367.
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The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting today at the GUILFORD TOWN HALL at 6:30 PM. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-11-18

by wcdonews Posted on July 11, 2018

State Police arrested 22 year old Christopher O’Brien of Queens Monday for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Unlawful Possession of Marijuana. A
trooper monitoring traffic on I-81 in the town of Chenango observed O’Brien operating a vehicle at a high rate of speed and initiated a traffic stop, troopers located acid,
cocaine, marijuana and other drugs, O’Brien was arraigned & he was remanded to the Broome County Jail on $5,000 cash or $10,000 bond.
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The Don Clayton Memorial Trailside Concert Series begins tonight at the Pavilion in Keith Clark Park with the Sidney Community band, Spokesperson Annie Pysnik
explains:

(Annie Pysnik 7-11-18)

The concerts will be held on Wednesday nights during the summer & begin at 6:30 PM.
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Volunteers are still needed for the annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball tournament this weekend in Norwich, organizer Tom Revoir explains:

(Tom Revoir 7-11-18)

Volunteers can reach Revoir at 336-9622, extension 29. Over 400 teams are participating in the Macker tournament on the Streets of Norwich this weekend.
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Hartwick College is 1 of the nation’s Colleges of Distinction, their nursing and business programs were also given special acknowledgment. Colleges of Distinction’s
selection process consists of a review of each institution’s freshman experience and retention efforts alongside its general education programs, alumni success,
strategic plan, student satisfaction, and more. Schools are accepted based on their strength in 4 areas: engaged students, teaching, having a vibrant community, and
successful outcomes.
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Governor Cuomo today announced the completion of a $2.2 million project to expand and revitalize the Chenango Valley State Park beachfront and swimming area as
part of the New York Parks 2020 initiative. The project includes expanded sand beach area with multiple swim areas, a new splash pad area adjacent to the beach, and a
new corkscrew waterslide. This year, there are 3 week-long sessions with 9 total classes offered at Chenango Valley State Park, more than 80 children will learn to swim
at the park through the program this summer.
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The City of Norwich will begin a Grinding and Paving project, beginning on Plymouth Street, tomorrow to Tuesday, July 17th. There will be Limited access during the
grinding of the street and NO access during paving. Work begins at 7:00 AM daily.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 29 year old Donald Kern of Sidney for Aggravated Cruelty to Animals. Deputies and Hancock Village Police Department responded in March to the report of a dead dog in the Delaware River, that had been fatally shot. Kern was identifed as the owner, Deputies recovered a rifle illegally sold by Kern, that was used to kill the dog. Kern was arraigned in the Village of Hancock Court Sunday morning and was remanded to the Delaware County jail on $1,000 cash bail pending further court action. Kern will face additional firearms related charges shortly.
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The American Red Cross is facing an emergency blood shortage following a difficult Fourth of July week for blood donations; with hundreds fewer blood drives than a typical week and a resulting decline in donations. Locally, Blood drives are being held today in Delhi from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm at the SUNY Delhi O’Connor Center for Community Engagement at 2 Main Street & again in Delhi on Friday from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center on State Highway 10.
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The Delaware County Department of Public Health announced that a Free Rabies Vaccination clinic will be held today, for dogs cats & domesticated ferrets. the clinic will be held at the Colchester Highway Garage on River Road in Downsville from5:00 to 6:30 PM. More information is available at 832-5200 or delaware county public health.com
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Assemblyman Cliff Crouch announced that he had successfully obtained over 1,850 signatures and has secured his place on the ballot for this year’s Republican Primary for State Assembly. Crouch has received the support of over 53 local elected officials, and the endorsement of all four Republican county chairmen within the 122nd Assembly District. He faces a challenge in the primary from Nicholas Libous, the son of the late area State Senator Tom Libous.
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-10-18

by wcdonews Posted on July 10, 2018

3 proposals were received by the Unatego School District for the sale of the former Otego Elementary School. Superintendent Dr. Dave Richards explains:

(Dave Richards 7-10-18)

Dr. Richards said that the proposals received were from the Kildonan School of Amenia, to turn the building into a school for Dyslexic children, from LPP Management for a mixed use facility & 2+4 Management for senior apartments.
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State Police are investigating a 1 vehicle crash on State Route 357 in the town of Unadilla that troopers discovered while on patrol. The Unidentified 40 year old man apparently drove off the highway, into Guide wires & a tree, he was extricated by Unadilla Firefighter & he was airlifted to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City for treatment of head injuries & an arm fracture. The investigation is ongoing.
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The Town of Sidney Offices, including the Court, has been moved into the New Sidney office building at 44 Grand Street. Sidney Town Supervisor Gene Pigford comments:

(Gene Pigford 7-10-18)

The next Town of Sidney Board meeting will officially be held in the 44 Grand Street location in Sidney. The moves were precipitated by the sale of the Sidney Civic Center to 2+4 Management Company, who have built senior apartments on the 2nd & 3rd Floors, which forced offices to move to the 1st floor, or out of the building into new locations.
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Otsego County Sheriff’s department arrested 36 year old Ryan Biggs of Gloversville following an accident in Worcester Sunday. Biggs is accused of driving mentally & physically disabled people in an ARC vehicle while intoxicated, he was charged with DWI & endangering the welfare of an incompetent or disable person, he was released & faces court action at a later date.
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A Cortland man was found guilty by an Otsego County Jury for selling heroin & cocaine in the city of Oneonta recently. 34 year old Jason Chase was found guilty after the jury deliberated for about 40 minute, he was returned to the Otsego County Jail pending sentencing on August 3rd on 2 counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 28 year old Aaron Dumond of Denver New York for Tampering with Physical Evidence & Conspiracy, after a reported Assault in Roxbury in May. Dumond allegedly altered and concealed physical evidence; he was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $20,000 cash bail or $40,000 bond pending future court action.
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State Police at Deposit arrested 25 year old William Caiati of Tompkins, for Aggravated Family Offense, Criminal Mischief, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing and Harassment. A trooper responded July 4th to a domestic dispute, where 1 victim reported that Caiati placed his hands around her neck, restricting breathing and she was shoved to the ground and injured her wrist, Ciaiti is also accused of disabling the victim’s phone. A second victim reported that he allegedly punched her when she attempted to intervene. Caiati left, but was located by phone & turned himself in, he was arraigned in the town of Deposit and remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $1000 cash bail. An order of protection was also issued.
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State Police at Oneonta arrested 28 year old Kevin Matthews of Worcester for Unlawful Use of a Motor Vehicle. Troopers responded to a report of a vehicle that was taken without the owner’s permission, Matthews allegedly took the vehicle on July 4th, another vehicle in that driveway sustained damage. Troopers observed the vehicle on I-88 in Richmondville, they arrested Matthews for Driving while Ability Impaired by Drugs and other charges. Matthews was later turned over to troopers at SP Oneonta where he was arrested for Unlawful Use of a Motor Vehicle. He was arraigned in the Decatur Town Court and remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $1000 cash bail or $2500 bond.
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State Senator Jim Seward joined officials from local domestic violence prevention programs Monday to announce state grants totaling $45,000 to help support key community services. The funding awards included: Opportunities for Otsego – $15,000; Catholic Charities of Delaware, Otsego & Schoharie Counties – $15,000; Delaware Opportunities – $7,500 & Liberty Resources in Chenango County – $7,500.
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State Police at Sidney arrested 35 year old Ronald Greek of Dansville, for DWI with a reported B.A.C of .24%. A trooper on State Route 23 in Oneonta where Greek is accused of Speeding & being intoxicated, He was arrested & was released on appearance tickets for town of Oneonta Court on July 24th.
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State Police at Sidney arrested 39 year old John Forte of Unadilla for Aggravated DWI with a reported B.A.C of .21%. Troopers were dispatched to a complaint of an intoxicated driver, a trooper located the vehicle in the driveway of a residence on Depot Street, Forte was arrested & was released on appearance tickets returnable to the town of Unadilla Court on July 23, 2018 then later turned over to a sober third party.
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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-9-18

by wcdonews Posted on July 9, 2018

Thousands attended the Calling Hours & Funeral Services over the weekend for Trooper Nicholas Clark. Troopers & officers from various law enforcement agencies paid their respects, along with friends and family members, at the services held at Alfred University. Trooper Clark died in the line of duty last Monday while responding to the report of a suicidal man who had barricaded himself inside a home in Steuben County.
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The American Red Cross is now facing an emergency blood shortage following a difficult Fourth of July week for blood donations; with hundreds fewer blood drives than a typical week and a resulting decline in donations. All eligible donors are urgently needed to give now to help replenish the blood supply. Locally, blood drives are being held today in from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the SFCU main branch in Sidney; in Gilbertsville, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, at the Christ Episcopal Church, In Delhi Wednesday from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm at the State University of New York Delhi O’Connor Center for Community Engagement, at 2 Main Street & Friday from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, 41861 State Highway 10
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Norwich City police arrested an area couple for allegedly assaulting a child. Police were notified by the Chenango County Department of Child Protective Services, The child had been taken to Chenango Memorial Hospital’s Emergency room with injuries to the head & face, police arrested 31-year-old Marrianne Ray and 31-year-old Scott Ray of Norwich for 2nd degree Assault and endangering the welfare of a child, Both were arraigned in Norwich City Court and sent to the Chenango County Jail on $75,000 cash bail, they will reappear in Norwich City Court at a later date.
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The trial of Dean & Adam Skelos continued Friday, with former Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos taking the stand. Dean Skelos was convicted in his first trial for exchanging political favors in order to get his son Adam High Paying No-Show Jobs, a new trial was ordered after the US Supreme Court changed the definition of Corruption, leading to new trials for Skelos & Former Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver.
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The Sidney Elks Lodge announced that they will be holding their annual “Looking Back” Car Show & Chicken Barbecue on August 4th, spokesman Mark Little explains:

(Mark Little 7-9-18)

Little said that the event starts at 9:00 AM; Awards will be announced starting at 2:30 PM on the field behind the Elks Lodge on River Street in Sidney.
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The Town of Oneonta announced that they are flushing Hydrants starting today. Hydrants will be flushed in the Plains Parish, Morningside Heights & Angel Heights locations, local residents may have discolored water, they are advised to let the water run until it is clear, more information is available at 432-4581.
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The Town of Guilford announced that the Town Office will be closed Tuesday. Officials with the town said that the office is closed due to a jury trial, more information is available at 895-9966.
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The Town & Village of Unadilla announced road closures Tuesday & Wednesday. Highway Superintendent Rodney Renwick told WCDO News that Wendall Bachman & Buckhorn Lake Roads will be closed for paving, from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM both days.

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Governor Cuomo announced that New York’s maple industry hit a 74-year record in 2018 with the production of 806,000 gallons of maple syrup. The maple industry in New York has grown by nearly 50 percent in the last five years and continues to maintain the state’s standing as the second leading producer of fresh maple syrup in the nation. According to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, New York’s maple production constituted about 19 percent of the national total. New York producers also benefited from a long season in 2018 which lasted 52 days, compared to 43 days in 2017
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State Senator Jim Seward will be in Otsego County today at Opportunities for Otsego in Oneonta at 2:00 PM. Senator Seward will announce special state grants he secured to help fund local domestic violence prevention programs. Representatives from Opportunities for Otsego, Catholic Charities of Delaware, Otsego & Schoharie Counties, Delaware Opportunities, and Liberty Resources of Chenango County will join Senator Seward for the announcement. Senator Seward will also detail several legislative accomplishments from the past year to combat domestic violence and sexual harassment.
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