WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 12-21-17

by wcdonews Posted on December 21, 2017

The Otsego County Board of Representatives Public Safety & Legal Affairs Committee released a report today regarding their attempts to investigate alleged terrorist threats made by Otsego County Corrections officer Sergeant Ros Devlin last January, Devlin is the son of Otsego County Sheriff Richard Devlin. Today’s report outlined the efforts made to investigate the matter where Ros Devlin was accused of threatening to bring a duffel bag full of guns to work at the Otsego County Jail, shoot co-workers & to shoot up an area school. The Committee sought legal advice or action from Sheriff Devlin, the Otsego County District Attorney, the Otsego County Attorney, State Police, and the state Attorney General’s office & Governor Cuomo’s office with little success. The committee recommends that Sheriff Devlin recuse himself, & appoint the County Board or another board to investigate & short of recusal, they recommend that the sheriff require a full mental health examination of Ros Devlin, that the DA’s office appoint a special prosecutor, that a process be enacted to insure better coordination among law enforcement agencies to deal with terrorist threats coming from a law enforcement officer. The committee expressed concerns that the school in question was never notified of the threats, they have vowed to continue with their investigation. Ros Devlin has been suspended with pay, had his gun permits suspended and is not allowed on county property.
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State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman is leading a coalition of 13 states; they are calling on the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives to reject deep cuts in funding for the Environmental Protection Agency and anti-environmental riders in federal budget bills. The coalition charges that the EPA cuts and riders currently proposed by both houses will lead to more pollution, and an increase in damage to public health.” The coalition is urging Congress to pass a final budget that fully funds EPA and omits any anti-environmental riders.
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Governor Cuomo called for reforms that mandate transparency in political advertising, require online platforms to maintain an archive of political ads, and protect our State elections from outside influence. The proposal will also calls for the streamlining of voter registration services, remove unnecessary barriers that prevent participation in elections and increase accuracy in the voting process. Governor Cuomo will discuss the Strategy to the legislature during his State of The State Address next month.
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Assemblyman Cliff Crouch announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration is offering federal Economic Injury Disaster Loans to certain small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives and most private, nonprofit organizations across New York, following the excessive rain on April 1st this year. The disaster declaration includes Chenango, Delaware and Otsego counties; eligible farm-related and nonfarm-related entities qualify for the SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan program. Applications can be completed online at disasterloan.sba.gov/ela. More information is also available at 800-659-2955, by sending an email to disastercustomerservice@sba.gov. Loan applications are also available at sba.gov/disaster. Loan Applications must be completed and submitted to the SBA by August 13, 2018.
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Governor Cuomo is encouraging State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli to begin planning to divest the state retirement fund from fossil fuels companies. DiNapoli said that the State’s $200 billion Common Fund has been adding more investments into alternative fuel companies, but has not yet divested any funds from existing fossil fuel companies.
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The State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services announced that the documentary “Reversing the Stigma” is now available to view on YouTube. “Reversing the Stigma” highlights the work being done in New York State to combat addiction and reminds viewers that addiction is a chronic disease that is treatable. The film profiles multiple people in various stages of recovery, who share their stories and experiences. The state Office advises residents to visit CombatAddiction.ny.gov to learn more about the warning signs of addiction, review information on how to get help, and access resources on how to facilitate conversations with loved ones and communities about addiction, more information is also available at the State’s Talk2Prevent website.
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State Police responded to a 2-vehicle collision with injuries on State Route 23 in the town of Harpersfield. 56 year old Joseph Moore of Stamford failed to keep right and collided head on with a dump truck. Moore’s vehicle came to rest in a ditch, the dump truck tipped over onto the passenger side. Moore sustained minor injuries and was taken to Bassett Hospital, front seat passenger, 80 year old Joseph Moore Jr., of Stamford was also taken to Bassett Hospital for minor injuries, backseat passenger 76 year old Erna Moore of Stamford, sustain serious injuries to her legs and body, she was airlifted to Albany Medical Center. The driver of the dump truck 33 year old Roland Birdsall of Stamford, sustained minor injuries and was transported to Bassett. The investigation by State Police is ongoing.
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State Senator Jim Seward announced state grants of $50,000 each for Charlotte Valley, Franklin & Unatego School Districts. Franklin and Unatego will use the grants to assist with general education and classroom needs. Charlotte Valley will use the funds to help with costs associated with a parking lot improvement project to correct drainage problems and enhance safety.
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A Special blood drive is being held in Norwich today in memory of Savannah Williams. Residents of Norwich and surrounding communities are asked to donate blood today from 3:00 to 7:00 PM at Holy Family School in Norwich. Williams died unexpectedly in Geneseo after her car collided with a tractor-trailer; she was a freshman at SUNY Geneseo & was a graduate of the Norwich City School District
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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-20-17

by wcdonews Posted on December 20, 2017

25-year-old Joshua Underwood has notified Otsego County Court that he is planning to withdraw his guilty plea from last month, for the murder of Mark Morrison in his Oneonta Apartment at 229 Main Street on January 1st. Underwood will be assigned a new attorney & he will be back in Otsego County court in January.
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Several fire departments responded Monday night to a fire in a warehouse at Don’s Dairy Supply in South Kortright. Various chemicals were stored in the building, which contributed to the intensity of the fire, 4 fire fighters & business owner Don Coager were treated for smoke inhalation, the cause of the fire is under investigation.
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The State Attorney General’s office & The State Department of Taxation and Finance announced the arrest of 52 year old Robert Niederriter of Kirkwood, on 6 felony charges for allegedly failing to accurately report all taxable sales and remit over $59,000 in sales tax collected at his former business, the Buffalo Head Bar & Grill in Conklin, June 2011 through 2015. Niederriter is accused of underreported total sales by $747,362.56 and failed to remit $59,789 in sales taxes. he was arraigned this morning in Windsor Town Court for 2nd degree Grand Larceny, 4 counts of Criminal Tax Fraud, & 1 count of Offering a False Instrument for Filing. Niederriter was released in his own recognizance.
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State Police & Emergency crews from Sidney & Unadilla responded to a 2-car accident with injuries at Tryons Corners today. The accident occurred at around 12:00 Noon, with front-end damage reported on both vehicles, and at least 2 injuries were reported, one person was taken to Fox HOsiptal in Oneonta, another wwas taken to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City with non-life threatening injuries, the investigation by state police is continuing.
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The State Police CNET unit arrested 6 people for allegedly operating a Methamphetamines manufacturing outfit at a home in the Town of Cortlandville Monday. Numerous components used in the manufacturing of methamphetamines were discovered & were removed by the State Police hazardous materials unit, All 6 defendants were charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Unlawfully Manufacturing Methamphetamine, and Unlawful Disposal of Methamphetamine Manufacturing Materials; they were arraigned and were remanded to the Cortland County Jail without bail.

Chenango County Sheriff’s Department arrested 35 year old Robert Miller of Pitcher for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & 27 year old Lyndsey Cook of Pitcher for Endangering the Welfare of a Child. A search warrant was issued by Chenango County Court Judge Frank Revoir Jr. following an investigation into the sale and possession of Methamphetamine in Chenango County. Miller was arraigned in the Town of Pitcher Court and remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $30,000 cash bail,
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Schoharie County Sheriff’s department announced that 77 year old Carl Weaver of the Town Of Seward was found deceased in a heavily wooded area Tuesday Afternoon. Hundreds of volunteers on foot as well as helicopter & drone patrols searched for Weaver, who was reported missing after he failed to return from a hunting trip, his vehicle was found several days later. The sheriff’s department said that there was no sign of foul play, weaver was still in possession of his gun, his body was found in the town of Harpersfield in Delaware County.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested and charged 28 year old Michael Schermerhorn of Sidney for one count of Assault and one count of Criminal Mischief, following an incident in the Delaware County Jail where a Corrections Officer was assaulted while performing a cell extraction of Schermerhorn regarding unruly behavior and failing to follow the direct orders of staff. Schermerhorn was arraigned in the Town of Delhi Court and returned to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail pending further court action.
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 12-19-17

by wcdonews Posted on December 19, 2017

23-year-old Kevin Perry appearing Oneonta Town Court yesterday, & his case will be held over for a Grand Jury. Perry has been charged with 2 counts of 1st degree murder & criminal possession of a weapon, in connection with the fatal shooting of his parents in the family home in the town of Laurens on December 12th. Perry remains held in the Otsego County jail without bail, Grand jury action is expected next Month.
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Governor Cuomo unveiled another proposal that will be part of his 2018 State of the State, which is the plan to combat high local property taxes. The Governor proposes making the state’s countywide-shared services panels permanent. The panels have led counties to further consolidate services in order to cut costs at the county levels, so far, 34 counties submitted nearly 400 projects with more than $200 million in savings. Governor Cuomo proposed that County Governments pool employee health plans into combined healthcare groupings, to increase the buying power which should lead to lower costs, save local tax dollars, and not affect employee’s plans.
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A free Christmas dinner will be offered in Sidney on Christmas day at the Fire House on River Street, organizer gene Schmidt explains:

(Gene Schmidt 12-19-17)

Schmidt said that those wanting to volunteer for the set up on Saturday or serving on Christmas, can contact him by email to KrautGene@yahoo.com this week.
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The State DEC announced that the New York State Electronic Equipment Recycling and Reuse Act has driven the collection and recycling of more than 520 million pounds; or 260,000 tons of electronic waste from 2011 to 2016. The announcement was highlighted in DEC’s second Electronic Waste Recycling Report, which documents e-waste recycling from 2013 to 2015. The e-waste reports are available on DEC’s website dec.ny.gov/chemical.
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State Police announced that State Trooper Joseph Gallagher was seriously injured after he was struck by a vehicle while assisting a disabled motorist at the on-ramp of a Long Island Highway on Monday. Trooper Gallagher is assigned to Troop L in Brentwood in Nassau County, and he has been a member of the State Police since 2014. Trooper Gallagher was taken to an area hospital & underwent emergency surgery, he was lsited in Critical condition.
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A Broome County Sheriff’s Deputy stopped a vehicle for several NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law violations on Friday on State Route 79 in the Town of Fenton. 28 year old Deanna Olmstead of Windsor was arrested for felony DWI, Aggravated DWI, Aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle driving without an interlock device and several other charges. Olmstead was arraigned in the Town of Fenton Court and remanded to the Broome County Sheriffs Jail pending additional court action.
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Governor Cuomo announced the launch of the Paid Family Leave policy, which will be starting January 1st. Those eligible for Paid Family Leave include: Parents during the first 12 months following the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child; Caretakers for a sick spouse, domestic partner, child, stepchild, parent, stepparent, parent-in-law, grandparent or grandchild; Employees with a spouse, child, domestic partner or parent who has been notified of an order of active military service abroad. More information is available at ny.gov/PaidFamilyLeave.
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The Oneonta Common Council will hold their next regular meeting tonight. The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 12-18-17

by wcdonews Posted on December 18, 2017

State Police arrested 56 year old Cal Harris of Owego for DWI, with a B.A.C. result of .13%, plus Leaving the Scene of a Property Damage Accident and other traffic violations. Troopers responded to a hit and run accident on I-81 in the town of Preble Saturday night, after a 911 caller reported that a GMC pick-up truck had side swiped their vehicle. Troopers located the Harris in that vehicle, he was processed & will appear in town of Preble Court on January 9th. Harris gained notoriety following 4 trials for allegedly murdering his wife Michelle in 2001; he was released after the 4th trial when the judge found him not guilty on murder charges, following 2 previous convictions & 1 hung jury.
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23-year-old Kevin Perry of Laurens was scheduled to appear in Oneonta Town Court this morning to face a felony hearing. Perry of accused of fatally shooting his parents in their Town of Laurens residence last Tuesday, he remains held without bail in the Otsego county jail pending future court action.
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A garage & workshop at 207 Ireland Road in the town of Bainbridge was destroyed by fire Friday afternoon. Fire fighters from Bainbridge, Sidney, Masonville, Coventry & Guilford responded to the blaze, no injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.
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The Delaware County Office for the Aging & NY Connects is seeking volunteer drivers for the non-emergency medical transportation program. Areas in the county that are currently underserved are Davenport, Delhi, Downsville, Grand Gorge, and Hancock. Transportation is typically for doctor or dentist appointments, laboratory tests, X-rays, prescription pick-ups and dropping off clients for hospital stays. Drivers who volunteer their time are reimbursed for their mileage to and from their homes; more information is available at 832-5750.
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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli today issued a reminder to New Yorkers that not only are contributions to New York’s 529 College Savings Program accounts tax deductible* but now lower fees, higher maximum balances and the elimination of the $25 minimum contribution fees make it easier to save for continuing higher education. Contributions made by December 31st can provide up to $10,000 in state tax deductions on 2017 income tax filings. More information is available at nysaves.org.
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Binghamton Police arrested 35-year-old Mike Rivera of Binghamton for 2nd degree attempted Murder, for allegedly stabbing his wife several times. Rivera was arraigned and was remanded to the Broome County Jail without bail pending future court action.
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Governor Cuomo unveiled a proposal to direct the Commissioner of Labor to schedule public hearings to examine industries and evaluate the possibility of ending minimum wage tip credits in New York State. In certain workplaces, such as car washes and restaurants, where wages and tips are both generally low, workers’ income can rely entirely upon tips. The Department of Labor will hold public hearings to solicit input from workers, businesses, those who wish to testify will be able to pre-register on the Department’s website, times & locations for the hearings will be posted on that website shortly.
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Emergency crews responded to the report of a tractor-trailer rollover at about 2:00 this morning, near exit 2 on I-88 West. The Broome County Sheriff’s Office, Chenango Bridge Fire Department, and the Hillcrest Fire Department all responded, 1 lane of traffic was closed for the investigation & the clean up, so far no tickets have been announced.
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State Police stopped a vehicle on I-81 in the Town of Chenango for speeding, an odor of marihuana was detected and 21-year-old James Togo of Wilmington, Delaware, was arrested. During a search of Togo’s vehicle, Police seized 2 pounds of marihuana, a scale, drug paraphernalia, various controlled substances, and over $4,000 in cash. Togo was charged with Criminal Possession of Marihuana, Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & several traffic violations. He was arraigned and was remanded to the Broome County jail on $5,000 cash bail or $10,000 bond.
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State Senator Fred Akshar visited 3 local schools today & & will visit a 4th on Thursday as part of his new district-wide “Akshar All-Star” student recognition program. Each month, Akshar will recognize 3 or 4 local students selected by their school districts in the 52nd Senate District who have shown leadership, compassion, & school spirit. Akshar visited students today at Norwich High School, the DCMO BOCES, Deposit High School and Thursday he will be at the Newark Valley Senior High School.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 12-15-17

by wcdonews Posted on December 17, 2017

State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli says that state-funded debt is projected to grow to $63.7 billion shortly, which averages out to more than $3,100 per New Yorker. DiNapoli is calling for reforms that include voter approval of borrowing and better capital planning for infrastructure projects. New York’s annual debt service payments are projected to exceed $8.2 billion by 2022.
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State Police responded Wednesday night to a 2-vehicle collision on State Route 206, in the town of Bainbridge. A 2002 Mitsubishi operated by 18-year-old Maleek Smith of Staatsburg crossed into the opposite lane into the path of a Chevrolet SUV driven by 53-year-old Joseph Artuso of Syracuse. Smith was eventually air lifted to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City, where he was pronounced deceased due to accident related trauma. Artuso and his two passengers were transported to Tri-Town Regional Hospital in Sidney, NY where were treated for minor injuries and released. The investigation is continuing.
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State Police and local law enforcement will participate in the national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign beginning today. Through Saturday, December 30th. State Police will also be conducting an enforcement period over New Year’s Eve, from Sunday, December 31st to Monday, January 1st. Police will set up DWI checkpoints and patrols, Troopers will be watching for distracted drivers, vehicle occupants who are not properly buckled up, and drivers violating the “Move Over Law,” & they will also conduct underage drinker enforcement details statewide.
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Planning is already underway for the 50th anniversary celebration of the 1969 Woodstock concert, and the Regional Economic Development Council awards includes $690,000 for the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, located on the site of the original Woodstock Music and Art Fair. The three-day concert held in August 1969 drew more than 400,000 rock music fans to Max Yasgur’s farm in the town of Bethel. Bethel Woods will use the state funding for the 2019 anniversary event, they are also planning the event as a 3-day festival.
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The Chenango United Way is currently at 70% of their goal and will be closing their 2017 campaign on December 31st. Chenango United Way Spokesperson Elizabeth Monaco explains:

(Elizabeth Monaco 12-15-17)

Contributions can be made at 334-8815 during normal business hours through the remainder of the year.
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A Special blood drive is being held in Norwich in memory of Savannah Williams. Residents of Norwich and surrounding communities are asked to donate blood at a special blood drive in Savannah’s memory on Thursday, December 21 from 3:00 to 7:00 PM at Holy Family School at 17 Prospect Street in Norwich. Williams died unexpectedly in Geneseo after her car collided with a tractor-trailer; she was a freshman at SUNY Geneseo & was a graduate of the Norwich City School District
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Governor Cuomo today unveiled the 3rd proposal of the 2018 State of the State: to invest $100 million to launch the 3rd round of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative which is aimed at transforming communities with a variety of economic development projects. The downtown areas will be selected by the state’s Regional Economic Development Councils. Locally, in the 1st round, the City of Oneonta won a $10 million dollar award through the Mohawk Valley Regional Development Council; they are currently in the process of the downtown upgrades funded through that award.

Downsville Central School District officials reported that 6 students suffered minor injuries & were taken to area hospital as a precautionary measure, after a crash Thursday morning. Investigators believe that a truck lost control while making a turn on Route 30 in the town of Hancock, and hit a district school bus carrying 31 students. The investigation is being conducted by the Delaware County Sheriff’s department.
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The Sidney American Legion announced that they would be holding their annual Children’s Christmas Party on Saturday December 16th. Spokesman Larry Halbert explains:

(Larry Halbert 11-29-17)

The Sidney American Legion is located at 22 Union Street; more information is available at 237-4762.
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Commerce Chenango is still accepting new, unwrapped toys to fill the Toys for Tots box in their lobby, at 15 South Broad Street in Norwich. Toys for children age’s newborn through 12 years old will be accepted through December 19th. Families needing assistance this holiday season may call 607-371-3567 or 607-244-8124.
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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 12-14-17

by wcdonews Posted on December 14, 2017

The Otsego County Sheriff’s department announced that Timothy & Solvieg Perry of Laurens each died from a Gun Shot Wound in their town of Laurens residence Tuesday. Their son, 23-year-old Kevin Perry has been charged with 1st degree murder & criminal possession of a weapon in connection with the case. Perry was arraigned Wednesday & is being held without bail in the Otsego County Jail pending future court action.
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State Police investigated a 2-car accident at state Route 206 & Case Road in the town of Bainbridge, at about 7:00 PM last night. 3 people were injured; 1 person was ejected from 1 of the vehicles & was taken by LifeNet to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City.
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Emergency crews were kept busy with numerous accidents due to slick roads this morning. Emergency crews responded at about 7:30 this morning, for the report of a Downsville School Bus & a car colliding. The accident took place in the town of Hancock on State route 30 near a bus turn around, the bus was full of students & 2 injuries were reported.
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U.S. Senator Charles Schumer announced that he has asked the Capital Police to look into who was spreading false stories, accusing him of sexual harassment. The former aide who was allegedly sited as the accuser, said that the story was untrue, and that her signature on the police document was a forgery, the investigation is ongoing.
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Oneonta City Police have arrested 2 people on drug charges, following their investigating into the death of Daniel Michaels at a frat house earlier this month. 20-year-old Steven Fleming of Levittown was charged with possession of marijuana, 20 year old Luke Spencer of Mineola was charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance, both are students at the State University in Oneonta, and they shared an apartment at 34 Academy Street, where Michaels was found on December 2nd.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested and charged 31 year old Bradley Wallace of Delhi for Criminal Mischief & Unlawful Imprisonment, following a domestic dispute in the Town of Delhi. Wallace was later arraigned in the Town of Delhi Court and remanded to the Delaware County Correction Facility in lieu of $1500 cash bail. Wallace is set to return to the Town of Delhi Court on a later date for further court proceedings.
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The State DEC announced that the deadline to file applications for the NY Green Business program is Friday at 5:00 PM. More information is available at dec.ny.gov/chemical.
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The State Department of Health announced that New York made the largest five-year gain of all 50 states in this year’s annual America’s Health Rankings report. New York was ranked 10th in 2017, rising from 18th in 2012. When the rankings were first created in 1990, New York was ranked 40th in the nation. The full report is available at assets.americashealthrankings.org.
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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office Detective Division has arrested 33-year-old Joshua Evans of Windsor for Endangering the Welfare of a Child, for allegedly engaging in inappropriate sexual conversation with a 12-year-old female in November. Evans was arraigned in the Town of Windsor Court, and released on his own recognizance to appear in court on a later date.
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The search for a missing Schoharie County man, who had gone hunting, has extended to Delaware County. 77-year-old Carl Weaver from the town of Seward was reported missing by neighbors, his pickup truck was found on South Worcester Hill road in Jefferson in Delaware County yesterday. Anyone with information should call the Schoharie County Sheriff’s Office at (518) 295-2268.
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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 12-13-17

by wcdonews Posted on December 13, 2017

23 Year old Kevin Perry of Laurens has been charged with 1st degree murder & criminal use of a weapon, for allegedly killing his parents in their home on New Road in the town of Laurens last night. The sheriff’s office received a call from a relative who found Tim & Solveig Perry dead in their home, The Otsego County Sheriff’s department alerted area law enforcement agencies to be on the lookout for Perry’s Pickup truck. Schoharie County sheriff’s deputies spotted the Pick Up truck, on I-88, Perry was apprehended following a high-speed chase, & a crash where Perry’s vehicle overturned at Exit 23. Perry was arraigned today in Town of Oneonta court, he was remanded to the Otsego County Jail without bail.
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Delaware County Sheriff Deputy’s arrested Matthew Bowden of Hancock for Unlawful Possession of Marijuana and Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle, after a stop in Hancock for traffic violations. Deputies observed a strong scent of marihuana emanating from the vehicle; a search of the vehicle uncovered a quantity of marihuana. Deputies also discovered that Bowden’s operating privileges in New York State had been suspended. Bowden was released with appearance tickets to appear in the Town of Hancock Court at a later date.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that more than $755 million in economic and community development funding has been awarded through Round VII of the Regional Economic Development Council initiative. All 10 regions won money for their projects, the top 5 winning regions were Central New York, Mohawk Valley, the Capital Region, The Mid Hudson region & Long Island. Locally, the Mohawk regional Council, which includes Otsego County, receives $85.5 Million dollars for their projects, which includes a $525,000 award for Brewery Ommegang for their Hospitality Center in Cooperstown. The Southern Tier Region, which contains Delaware, Chenango & Broome Counties will receive 67. 3 Million dollars for their various projects.
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NY State of Health officials announced that enrollment continues to increase as consumers approach the important December 15th deadline to enroll for coverage that starts January 1st. the Customer Service Center has answered more than 865,000 calls since November 1st – up 180,000 calls since last reported. Website and call volumes are expected to increase as the December 15th deadline approaches. Open Enrollment in a Qualified Health Plan continues through January 31st, 2018. Enrollment in the Essential Plan, Medicaid and Child Health Plus is open all year.
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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli announced his office completed audits of several school district around the state, including the Oneonta City School Districts. The Comptrollers report regarding the Oneonta District said that the district ensured the accuracy of compensation and benefits provided to employees. Officials effectively segregated the multiple aspects of the payroll process and provided adequate oversight.
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Bob Costas has been selected as the 2018 recipient of the Ford C. Frick Award, presented annually for excellence in broadcasting by the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. Costas will be recognized during the Hall of Fame Awards Presentation on Saturday, July 28, as part of Hall of Fame Weekend next summer.
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The State Health Department declared that influenza is now prevalent in the State, which puts into effect a regulation requiring that health care workers who are not vaccinated against influenza wear surgical or procedure masks in areas where patients are typically present. New York has had 1,820 laboratory-confirmed cases of influenza in 54 counties and all 5 boroughs of New York City. There have been 612 influenza-related hospitalizations reported, and no reports of pediatric deaths from influenza. Over the last three seasons, there have been 19 pediatric influenza deaths in New York and an average of 11,183 influenza-related hospitalizations each season.
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Broome County District Attorney Stephen Cornwell announced that Joshua Taylor was sentenced in Broome County Court Tuesday, for the murder of James High in Binghamton in 2015. Taylor will spend 25 years to life behind in jail for the murder of High outside the Antler Lodge in July 2015.
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Norwich Police & Chenango County Sheriff’s deputies arrested 3 people on various charges after the execution of a “no-knock” search warrant at 29 Silver Street Tuesday. Arrested were 50-year-old Alan Banks of Norwich for Criminal sale of a controlled substance & Criminal nuisance, 31-year-old Steven White of Norwich for Criminal sale of a controlled substance & 29-year-old Amanda Strozier of Norwich for Criminal nuisance. Banks and White are accused of selling cocaine; while Banks and Strozier are accused of allowing people to sells drugs at their Norwich apartment. Banks and White were sent to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $10,000 bail each, while Strozier was sent on $5,000 bail. All 3 will appear in Norwich City Court Thursday.
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At 11:00 AM this morning, Governor Cuomo will announce the 2017 Regional Economic Development Council Awards. The event will be held at the Albany Capital Center.
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 12-12-17

by wcdonews Posted on December 12, 2017

State Prison inmate David Sweat of Broome County is reportedly on a Hunger Strike at Attica state prison. State Correction officials announced that they are seeking a court order to insert a feeding tube for Sweat. Sweat is serving jail time for the 2002 murder of Broome County Deputy Kevin Tarsia, and for participating in the highly publicized escape from the Dannemora prison in 2015.
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The number of craft beverage manufacturers has grown by 50% since the enactment of the Craft New York Act 3 years ago. In the three years since the Craft Act was enacted, 35 cideries, 60 wineries and farm wineries, 67 craft distillers and 178 craft breweries have opened for business in the state. Of those 340 new businesses, 260 are farm-based producers that use locally sourced ingredients in their production.
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President Donald Trump is engaging in a Twitter feud with Democratic New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, after the Senator called on Trump to step down due to numerous accounts of sexual harassment by several women against Trump over the last 4 decades. The President called Gillibrand disloyal, for allegedly asking Trump for Campaign Contributions a few years ago before Trump’s alliance with the Republican Party.
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Governor Cuomo today directed the New York Department of State to issue new regulations holding consumer credit reporting agencies accountable to the public. The regulations, adopted on an emergency basis and effective immediately, require consumer credit reporting agencies to respond within 10 days to requests made by the Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection on behalf of consumers. The new regulations to protect consumers are available at dos.ny.gov/consumerprotection.
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The State’s “Charge NY” initiative is offering electric car buyers a Rebate of up to $2,000 for new car purchases or leases, which when combined with a Federal Tax Credit of up to $7,500 can lead to savings for New Yorkers interested in the newer Green vehicles. State residents who buy or lease a plug-in hybrid or battery-powered car may qualify for the Drive Clean Rebate. Currently, there are 30 electric car models that can qualify for the rebate programs.
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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce Holiday Business After Hours event is being held today. The Sidney Federal Credit Union will host the event at the headquarters on Union Street in Sidney from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.
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The Delaware County Office for the Aging will hold a Holiday Open House Wednesday at their new location. The Open House will run from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 PM at the 97 Main street location in Delhi.
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State Police attempted to stop a Geo Tracker in Binghamton for multiple traffic violations, the operator of the vehicle failed to comply and a pursuit began to Windsor. The occupants threw auto parts into the path of pursuing law enforcement vehicles, their vehicle was eventually stopped with the use of tire deflation devices on Main Street in the village of Windsor, when the two occupants fled on foot & were arrested after a short chase. The vehicle operator was 23 year old Aaron Vogel of Hallstead, Pennsylvania, he was charged with the felony of Reckless Endangerment, Driving a Motor Vehicle While Impaired by Drugs, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer, Resisting Arrest, and multiple traffic violations. The passenger, 20 year old Dylan Thompson of Montrose, Pennsylvania was charged with Reckless Endangerment and Resisting Arrest. They were arraigned and remanded to the Broome County Jail without bail.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 60 year old Louis Brigandi of Walton, for Felony Criminal Mischief, Aggravated Harassment and Trespassing. Brigandi allegedly entered on to a neighbor’s property in the Town of Hamden and intentionally damaged property, he was arraigned in the Town of Hamden Court and was released to re-appear at later date.
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