WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 9-22-17

by wcdonews Posted on September 22, 2017

On Saturday, dentists with Progressive Dental of Kirkwood, Endwell, Norwich, & Montrose Pennsylvania, and Chenango Bridge Dental will participate in the annual “Doctor With A Heart Program, and will offer free dental care. Spokesperson Michelle Parker explains:

(Michelle Parker 9-22-17)

Services will be performed on a first come first serve basis Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, more information is available at 722-5464.
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Tomorrow, Chenango County residents will participate in their Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day. Those who have pre-registered can bring their household chemicals, pesticides & Insecticides to the County Highway Garage on Rexford Street in Norwich for collection. More information is available at 337-1792.
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The Sidney Alumni Associations Sports Hall of Fame Induction weekend begin tonight during Half Time of the Sidney Football game, Spokesman Greg Davie told WCDO News who is being recognized this year:

(Greg Davie 9-22-17)

Activities will continue at the Sidney VFW after tonight’s game, Saturday’s Induction Dinner will begin at 5:00 PM at the Sidney Elks Lodge on River Street.
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The Jericho Arts Council continues their season Saturday night at 7:00 PM, with the Blue Grass Music of Louie Setzer & The Appalachian Mountain Boys. More information is available at 288-3882 or at Jerichoarts.com.
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The Sidney Central School District and the Sidney SADD chapter are organizing a 5k walk or run on Sunday October 22nd, to help support children with cancer. 100% of proceeds will be given to “Hope and Heroes”. The race will begin at 2:00PM, the Start and finish will be at Sidney Central School District, the course is will be along the river with some small hills. There will be a live band with food and beverage provided after the race. Online registration ends on Saturday October 21st, at 6:00 PM, more information is available at localraces.com

 

Chenango County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 29 year old Coy Biviano for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, while he was incarcerated at the Chenango County Correctional Facility following an investigation in to stolen property. It is alleged that Biviano was in a residence in North Norwich where he unlawfully took property not belonging to him. The property was later located in the residence were Biviano was staying. Biviano is to appear in the Town of North Norwich Court at a later date.
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State Senator Jim Seward joined officials from the Greater Oneonta Historical Society to announce a $250,000 state grant to fund renovation and restoration work at the Oneonta History Center on Main Street. The $250,000 grant is under the state’s 2002 Strategic Investment Program and is administered by the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York.
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Otsego County officials announced that the Exeter Drop-Off Site for bagged garbage and recyclables will stop collecting at 12:00 noon on Saturdays, starting September 23rd. The New hours are Monday, Wednesday, Friday 7:00AM to NOON & Saturday 8:00AM – NOON, through September 30th. No commercial haulers or construction debris at the Exeter site. Only bagged garbage and recyclables will be accepted. Bagged garbage is $3/bag. More information is available at 547-4225.
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The Chenango Arts Council presents Matt Nakoa for a return engagement at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich Saturday night, beginning at 7 PM. Nakoa grew up in Smyrna in northern Chenango County, he’s been on the road for more than a decade as a touring musician. Tickets range from $15-$25 and can be purchased at the door, online at ChenangoArts.org or by calling the box office at 607-336-2787.
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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 9-21-17

by wcdonews Posted on September 21, 2017

The Tri Town Coalition on Substance Abuse Prevention will hold their first fundraiser next month. Coalition event Planning Chair person Jennifer Cooper explains:

(Jennifer Cooper 9-21-17)

Those who would like to register to participate can call 651-7520 or email Jcooper2014@Aol.com.
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Governor Cuomo announced an open solicitation for farmers, businesses and research institutions interested in growing and processing industrial hemp as part of the State’s Industrial Hemp Pilot Program. There are now more than 20 partners in the State’s pilot program licensed to grow industrial hemp on approximately 2,000 acres in New York State compared to 30 acres planted in 2016. New York producers, businesses and universities interested in participating in the Program can apply at agriculture.ny.gov. The open solicitation ends on November 22, 2017.
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Commerce Chenango & Chenango County Historical Society will host 2 workshops next Tuesday. The Preservation League of New York State and the State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation will present a series of free workshops to help people take advantage of New York’s Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits. The Commercial Program will run from 3:00 to 5:00 PM & the Homeowner Program will be from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, at the Commerce Chenango offices at 15 South Broad Street in Norwich. The workshops are free and open to the public, to make a reservation, visit the League’s website at preservenys.org or call 518-462-5658 extension 1
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The Binghamton Devils announced that the club has teamed up with Ziff Law Firm to honor veterans at every home game during the upcoming Hockey season. Veterans who are chosen throughout the year will receive 4 free tickets to a game & during the game, the veteran will be introduced and recognized for his or her military service. To nominate a veteran; go online to ZiffLaw.com/veterans.
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The State DOT has implemented Flashing Yellow Turn signals at various location around the state, including at several intersection in the southern tier. The Flashing Yellow Turn Signal means that traffic must yield to oncoming traffic, and can only turn when there is a safe gap in traffic. Traffic signals featuring a flashing yellow arrow phase will be installed at more locations as intersection improvements are made. More information is available at dot.ny.gov.
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Following multiple raids and arrest warrants associated with Operation Hailstorm, State Police, C-NET, & multiple law enforcement agencies arrested 11 people yesterday, for Conspiracy to Possess with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine and Money Laundering. Police arrested Charles Green Jr. of Binghamton & Rachel Millard of Endicott; they were arraigned in Binghamton Federal Court and remanded to jail. Also arrested was Alonso Harris of Youngstown, Arizona, by the DEA in Arizona. Several other Southern Tier area defendants were charged with Conspiracy to Possess with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine, all were arraigned in Binghamton Federal Court and remanded to jail.
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Governor Cuomo announced that the members of the U.S. Climate Alliance, which is a coalition of 15 states and Puerto Rico, that are committed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, are on track to meet and possibly exceed their portion of U.S. commitment under the Paris Agreement that the Trump Administration recently backed out of:

(CUOMO 9-21-17)

The co-chairs of the U.S. Climate Alliance are Governor Cuomo, Governor Jerry Brown of California, and Governor Jay Inslee of Washington, along with former U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry.
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State Senator Jim Seward will be at the Oneonta History Center today. Seward will announce a special state grant to help with the renovation and restoration of the Oneonta History Center, at 4:00 PM, at 183 Main Street Oneonta.
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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli will join the Chenango County Democratic Committee for a fall fundraiser in Norwich. Attendees will also include former Congressman Michael Arcuri and local Democratic candidates. Tickets can be picked up at McNeil Jewelers in Norwich at 25 South Broad Street, the event will be held on Tuesday, September 26th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Bohemian Moon, 103 East Main Street in Norwich.
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The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting Today in the Guilford Cafeteria. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7:00 PM.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-20-17

by wcdonews Posted on September 20, 2017

Governor Cuomo announced the findings of a statewide review of compliance under the “Enough is Enough” law at 244 higher-education institutions across the state. The review found that, many institutions have not taken the necessary steps to achieve full compliance, & they will be required to submit an action plan to achieve full compliance within 30 days. So far, 38.9% were compliant 11.9% were not-compliant & 49.2% were significantly compliant, but presented concerns that must be addressed to achieve compliance.
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The Sidney Central School Alumni Association’s Sports Hall of Fame Induction Dinner & Ceremony will be held this Friday & Saturday. Alumni Association Spokesman Greg Davie explains:

(Greg Davie 9-20-17)

Tickets are available through any committee member or at VEP & J&M trophies on Main Street in Sidney, More information is available at Sidney alumni.org.
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Oneonta Police Department reported that they have received complaints from a number of citizens indicating that they have received scam phone calls from an unknown person claiming to be a representative of a police department in Florida. The scammer claims that they are performing a donation drive and asks for money. Oneonta Police reminds area residents to contact & donate to reputable charities that are well known to conduct releif efforts for those affected by natural disasters.
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The new 838 area code is taking effect for new phone service in eastern New York. The state Public Service Commission says as of Tuesday, customers seeking new service or an additional line in the 518 region may be assigned the new 838 area code. The 518 region spans 17 counties from the Catskills to Canada and from the eastern Mohawk Valley to the Vermont border. The new 838 area code was overlaid in the area to meet demand for new telephone numbers. The overlay requires all consumers to dial 10 digits, even within their own area code. It’s the second new area code overlay to take effect this year in New York. In the 315 area of central New York, a 680 overlay took effect in March.
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Fans of Horror movies will get a chance locally to see a New York Premier of “Killer Campout” this weekend, with a chance to meet actors from the film. Afton Resident Solon Tsangaras is in “Killer Campout”, he told WCDO News about the premier Saturday:

(Solon Tsangaras 9-20-17)

The event & screening will begin at 6:00 PM Saturday at Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market street in Oneonta.

Binghamton City Police announced that they made the biggest marijuana arrest in 8 years Tuesday, following a traffic stop of 30-year-old Benjamin Key, of Berkshire, for two traffic violations. A search of the vehicle found 7.8 pounds of marijuana in several vacuum sealed bags which has a street value of $32,000, plus $2500 Cash. Key was charged with criminal possession of marijuana and was released on bail; he faces court action at a later date.
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New York State Senator Jim Seward has joined the Hartwick College faculty as an adjunct professor of political science for the fall 2017 semester. Seward is a class of ‘73 Hartwick College Graduate, he will teach “New York State Politics and Policy” for 20 students, Seward will draw on his decades-long experience in the State Senate. Senator Seward is serving his 16th term as a state senator.
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The United Way of Delaware & Otsego Counties will kick off their 2017 Campaign today. The Board of Directors of the United Way will be at the B-Side Ballroom in the Clinton Plaza in Oneonta from 4:00 to 6:30 PM; they will also be announcing the recipient of the 2017 Cheri Albrecht Excellence Award at 5:15 pm.
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 9-19-17

by wcdonews Posted on September 19, 2017

Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has sent formal inquiries regarding data security to Credit Check companies Experian and TransUnion, following the Equifax breach that exposed the personal information of millions. The Attorney General’s office asks the companies to detail the security measures that were in place before they learned of the Equifax breach; steps the companies have taken since learning of the breach, and how they will further assist consumers in protecting their personal information. Equifax announced a massive breach affecting 143 million Americans and over 8 million New Yorkers, Hackers accessed names, Social Security numbers, birth dates, addresses, driver’s license numbers & Credit Card Numbers.
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Many Job openings are available through the State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities throughout the Southern Tier. Dave Jenkins of the CSEA comments:

(Dave Jenkins 9-19-17)

A civil Service test will be given on Wednesday September 27 at 5:00 PM At the Otsego Regional Center at 28 Hill Street at the Oneonta Job Core Complex, more information is available at 240-4786.
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Commerce Chenango announced a manufacturing Workforce Symposium on October 4th, which will be held at the Morrisville State College Norwich Campus from 8:00 to 11:30 AM. The program is aimed at Educators, Workforce Development Practitioners, Manufacturing Employers and Government Officials; it has been developed to highlight the importance of manufacturing to the regional economy and the future of manufacturing employment in the region. Registration or more information is available at 334-5532 or register@chenangony.org.
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Chenango County residents can still sign up to participate or volunteer for the next Household Hazardous waste day this Saturday, Organizer Pat Pittsley explains:

(Pat Pittsley 9-19-17)

The event will be held from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Chenango County Highway Garage Saturday at the County Highway garage. Registrations or more information is available by calling 337-1792.
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The Oneonta Common Council will hold their next regular meeting this evening at City Hall. The meeting is open to the public & begins at 7:00 PM.
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The State Department of Labor released preliminary unemployment rates for August. The State’s unemployment rate rose 1/10 of 1% in August, Locally Chenango County’s unemployment rate was at 4.7%, Delaware County was at 5.3% & Otsego County had 4.7% in August.
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Certified Child Safety Seat Technicians will be available this afternoon, to provide information of hands on instruction on installing car seats or booster seats. The event will run form 4:00 to 6:00 PM At the AAA office at 195 Oneida Street in Oneonta, appointments are requested at 547-4230.

State Police arrested 21-year-old Joshua Bertram of Chenango Forks, for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a B.A.C. result of .19% and other traffic violations. Troopers responded to a report of a 1 vehicle accident with no injuries on County Road 32 in the Town of Greene, troopers observed Bertram passed out in the driver seat while his vehicle was in a ditch, he was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Greene Court on September 21st.
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State Police arrested 27-year-old Kenneth DeGroat Jr., of Windsor, for DWI, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Resting Arrest, Obstructing Governmental Administration and other traffic violations. This arrest occurred after troopers responded to a motorcycle accident on Foley Road in Windsor, where the driver had been given a ride to a nearby gas station and left his motorcycle at the scene. DeGroat had been driving with a suspended license, and did not have a court ordered ignition interlock device, he also refused to submit to a breath test. DeGroat was arraigned in the Town of Windsor Court and was remanded to the Broome County Jail without bail set.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that over $69 million in grants, interest-free, and low-cost loans has been approved by the State Environmental Facilities Corporation to support drinking and wastewater infrastructure projects. The Town of Colchester will receive $318,000 for the construction of a new water treatment building with a cartridge filtration system so that their source may be used as for drinking water. Other improvements include a new finished water tank level monitoring system, a back-up electrical generator, new chemical feed systems, and a new raw water tank.
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On Saturday, dentists with Progressive Dental of Kirkwood, Endwell, Norwich, & Montrose Pennsylvania, and Chenango Bridge Dental will participate in the annual “Doctors With A Heart Program” and will offer free dental care. Spokesperson Michelle Parker explains:

(Michelle Parker 9-19-17)

The program started 21 years ago in Iowa and has spread throughout the country. Services will be performed Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, more information is available at 722-5464.
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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 9-18-17

by wcdonews Posted on September 18, 2017

James Brower and Tobias Rundstrom-Wooding were indicted by a Chenango County Grand Jury last week; they were arraigned in Chenango County Court on the indictment charges today. Rundstrom-Wooding was indicted last week on 8 counts including 1st & 2nd degree murder, plus 1st degree rape, tampering with physical evidence, possession of a sexual performance by a child and making false statements, his bail was set at $500,000 cash or $1 million bond. Brower had a 4-count indictment which included a 2nd-degree murder, hindering prosecution, tampering with physical evidence and making false statements, his bail was set at $400,000 cash or $800,000 bond. Both men are accused of the rape and murder of 11 year old Jacelyn O’Connor in the town of Norwich in July.
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Sidney Village Police announced the arrest of 60-year-old Jesse Riglioni of Sidney on a sealed indictment warrant, for criminal sale of a controlled substance. Friday’s arrest followed a 3 month investigation into the sale of narcotics in the village of Sidney, Rigliono is accused of selling cocaine in Sidney, he was remanded to the Delaware County Jail without bail, state Police assisted in the investigation.
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Governor Cuomo has proclaimed this week as Sheriff’s Week in New York State, which celebrates the significant contributions made Sheriff’s Departments in county government and in the statewide criminal justice system. 55 of New York’s 58 sheriffs are elected officials, accountable to the citizen voter every 4 years and responsible for the operations of a sheriff’s office, which can include traffic patrols, emergency rescue operations, homeland security programs, SWAT operations, civil emergency response, jail operations, courtroom security, and civil litigation process.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 36-year-old David Alleyne of Delhi Friday on charges of operating a vehicle without an attached front license plate, criminal possession of a hypodermic instrument, and driving while ability impaired by drugs following a traffic stop in the Village of Delhi. Alleyne was arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail in lieu of $1000 bail.
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Responding to the reported Equifax Breach last week affecting about 150 Million Americans, Governor Cuomo today directed the Department of Financial Services to issue a new regulation making credit reporting agencies to register with New York for the first time and comply with this state’s first-in-the-nation cyber security standard. The Department Superintendent will also have the authority to deny and revoke a consumer credit reporting agency’s authorization to do business in New York if they are not in compliance.
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The Chenango Arts Council will have Smyrna Native Matt Nakoa performing at the Martin W. Kappel Theater this Saturday, to start the Chenango Arts Council’s 2017-18 season. Executive Director Alecia O’Neill explains:

(Alecia O’Neill 9-18-17)

Nakoa played as part of last year’s season, and has even played the White House in his young career, Tickets are available at 336-ARTS or at ChenangoArts.org.
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The Sidney Center Tractor Parade on Saturday drew a large group of participants again this year. 169 vehicles participated, which included 91 tractors parading through the hamlet of Sidney Center Saturday.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 42-year-old Amanda Losurdo of Delhi for violation of parole. The arrest occurred during the course of assisting the Delaware County Probation Department, where it was determined that Losurdo was in violation of the conditions of her parole. Losurdo was taken into custody and turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility, to await the future action of the State Department of Corrections or by a court.

 

Casey Callahan was found guilty Friday morning in Otsego County Court of 2nd degree murder in the death of his wife, Elizabeth Callahan in 2000 in Pennsylvania. The jury began deliberations Thursday & announced its decision Friday, Callahan will be sentenced October 30th in Otsego County Court.
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The Village of Sidney Board of Trustees will hold a special board meeting on Monday, September 18, 2017 at 7 AM in the board room of the Sidney Civic Center, 21 Liberty St., Sidney, NY 13838. The purpose of this meeting is to approve the grant funding on the Construction of a Full Length Parallel Taxiway at the Sidney Municipal Airport.

 

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 9-15-17

by wcdonews Posted on September 15, 2017

Norwich Police arrested 55-year-old John Stacy of Norwich for Possessing Obscene Sexual Performance by a Child & Failure to register as a Sex Offender. Stacy is accused of possessing pornographic materials containing children under the age of 16 & failing to notify authorities of his social media accounts within the required 10 day period for registered Level 2 sex offenders. Stacy was arraigned in Norwich City Court & was remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $50.000 cash bail pending court action on September 19th.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 42 year old Brad Stafford of Sidney Center, on an arrest warrant from the Town of Hancock Court, where he had been charged with 4th degree Grand Larceny. Stafford is accused of stealing more than $1800 from his employer by selling bluestone owned by his employer and retaining the payment it. Stafford was arraigned at the Town of Hancock Court and was released on recognizance on that charge, Stafford was returned to the Delaware County Jail where he is being held on an unrelated matter.
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The Village of Sidney Board of Trustees will hold a special board meeting on Monday, at 7:00 AM in the board room of the Sidney Civic Center. The purpose of this meeting is to approve the grant funding on the Construction of a Full Length Parallel Taxiway for the Sidney Municpal Airport.
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Governor Cuomo signed an executive order prohibiting state agencies and officers from inquiring about or disclosing an individual’s immigration status unless required by law or it is deemed necessary to determine eligibility for a benefit or service. Cuomo also said that law enforcement officers are blocked from seeking immigration status information unless they are investigating illegal criminal activity, which includes when an individual approaches a law enforcement officer seeking assistance, is the victim of a crime, or is witness to a crime.

Chenango County Sheriff’s Department arrested 18 year old Samantha Clipston of Norwich for Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance. Clipston was arraigned in the City of Norwich Court and remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $10,000 cash bail. The arrest is the result of an ongoing investigation into the sale and possession of Heroin in the City of Norwich. The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the City of Norwich Police Department.
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The Annual Unadilla Rotary Autumn Harvest festival will be held this Saturday, with a variety of activites planned, Unadilla Rotary President Robert Knox explains:

(Robert Knox 9-15-17)

The event will be held Saturday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Unadilla Community Field.
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The Tri Town Regional Hospital’s 3rd Annual Health Fair will be held Saturday at Keith Clark Park in Sidney, spokesperson Amy Beveridge explains:

(Amy Beveridge 9-15-17)

The event will run from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
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The 8th Annual Sidney Center Tractor Parade will be held Saturday. The parade will begin at 12:00 Noon, more information is available at 369-9494, 369 9074 or 369 4538.
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Local Assemblyman Cliff Crouch announced his annual fundraising Pig Roast, to be held at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge. The event will be held on Sunday September 17th from 12:00 Noon to 3:00 PM.
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State Senator Fred Akshar will join Town of Bainbridge Supervisor Dolores Nabinger and local leaders today to officially open the Bainbridge Salt Shed. The $100,000 project will now provide protection from weather and erosion for winter road salt, Previously, road salt had to be stored on the bare ground and covered only by a tarp. Akshar will also help introduce Bainbridge Free Library & Town Hall Theatre’s presentation of Jack and the Beanstalk performed by the Tri Cities Opera,
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The American Legion of Bainbridge will hold a Chicken Barbecue Saturday, in front of the Family Dollar Store, North Main Street in Bainbridge, from 1030 AM until all sold out. All proceeds will be used to finance Community programs and services provided by Post 806 in the Bainbridge area.
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On Saturday, Oneonta World of Learning presents its Grand Opening Celebration. In 2015, the Town of Oneonta offered OWL the use of the Fortin House at 167 Youngs Road in Fortin Park. A team of volunteers & contractors transformed the space into a year-round children’s museum. Saturday’s Grand Opening runs from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM; It is free and open to the public.

 

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 9-14-17

by wcdonews Posted on September 14, 2017

James Brower & Tobias Rundstrom-Wooding were indicted by a Chenango County Grand Jury Wednesday. The 2 are accused of raping & killing 11-year-old Jacelyn O’Connor on July 30th in their Town of Norwich trailer; they will be arraigned on the Grand Jury Charges next week.
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Fire investigators are trying to find the cause of a fire at a trailer at 1613 Colesville road early Wednesday morning. Investigators reported that no one was home when the fire broke out & no injuries were reported.
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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies responded Tuesday to a residence in the Town of Andes to investigate the reported theft of a handgun, Deputies arrested 24 year old William Effner of Delancey with Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Grand Larceny, & Criminal Possession of Stolen Property. Effner was arraigned in the Town of Delhi Court and remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility in lieu of $5,000.00 cash bail pending further court action.
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State Police arrested 58 year old Mack Oliver of Proctor, Arizona for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a B.A.C. of .19% and other traffic violations. Troopers responded to a Delaware County 911 report of a rollover accident in the Town of Stamford, Oliver struck a tree, coming to rest on his vehicle’s roof. Oliver was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Stamford Court on November 14, 2017.
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Governor Cuomo announced the rollout of $25.2 million in federal funding to expand initiatives in New York’s ongoing effort to confront the opioid epidemic. The funding will be used to add and enhance treatment services in high-need counties throughout the state, with mobile treatment, the expansion of medication assisted treatment, & to support statewide prevention and recovery programs. Locally, The Addiction Center of Broome County will receive $1 million & Lourdes Hospital will receive $100,000.
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State Police arrested 35 year old Matthew Watkins of Windsor for felony Aggravated Unlicensed Operation & other traffic violations. A Trooper observed Watkins driving with an expired vehicle registration, in the Town of Kirkwood, Watkins had a revoked NewYork drivers license with 21 suspensions. Watkins was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Kirkwood Court on September 19th.
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Otsego County held its 20th annual Hazardous Waste Collection Day this past weekend. The satellite event in Unadilla served about 120 cars, the Meadows Office Complex collection served 522 cars dropping off hazardous materials. Pharmaceuticals and medications were collected free of charge again this year, with about 160 pounds collected for incineration.
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United Way of Delaware and Otsego Counties will host its 2017 Campaign Kick-off event on Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at the B-Side Ballroom, in Oneonta, beginning at 4:00 pm. More information about the event or fundraising efforts are available at 432-8006.
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The Sidney Rotary Club announced that Sidney Central School District Superintendent Bill Christensen will be presenting a program to Rotary Friday at St. Luke’s Church, regarding updates at the District. The public is invited for Lunch at noon for $9.00 or at 12:40 for the Superintendent’s presentation.

Governor Cuomo, along with the Governors of Delaware and Pennsylvania, announced that they voted in favor of a resolution put forward by the Delaware River basin Commission to issue draft regulations to permanently ban hydraulic fracturing in the Delaware River Basin. The DRBC vote was three to one with one abstention in passing the resolution that would prohibit Fracking in the Delaware River Basin.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 30-year-old Daniel Rodriguez of Bridgeport, Connecticut, for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle. The arrest occurred during a traffic stop for a speeding on State Highway 17 in Hancock. Rodriguez was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $1,000 cash bail, and he will appear at the Village of Hancock Court at a later date.
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Commerce Chenango will hold their “End of Summer” Soiree in the Park sponsored by NBT Bank in the West Park in- downtown Norwich today. The event will begin at 5:00 PM, followed by an Awards ceremony at 6:30 PM.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-13-17

by wcdonews Posted on September 13, 2017

Delaware County Sheriff’s Department Investigators and County Probation Officers searched a residence in the Town of Davenport in June, which resulted in the seizure of Marijuana, allegedly belonging to 20-year-old Rumael Soler, who was not home at the time. The Town of Davenport Court issued an Arrest Warrant for Soler, who was arrested Tuesday when he appeared in town of Davenport Court on an unrelated matter. Soler was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana, & Harassment in connection with a separate incident. Soler was arraigned in the Town of Davenport Court on both charges, and released on his own recognizance, to re-appear in that Court at a later time.
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The Oneonta Police Department reminds area residents to make sure to be safe, with their homes & belongings. Police remind residents to lock up doors and windows of all vehicles and structures, Remove valuable items & cash from vehicles and never leave them in plain site, park in open well-lit areas with good visibility & Call the police if you witness suspicious activity.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Department Investigators and K-9 Ozzie assisted Delaware County Probation Officers with the search of a residence in Walton Monday. 18-year-old Dylan Campbell, who is currently on probation, was arrested, and charged with Unlawful Possession of Marijuana, & Violation of Probation. Campbell was arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail without bail, he will appear in the Village of Walton Court at a later time.
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It will be a big season of Entertainment with new & classic favorites coming to Binghamton, according to Tina Niles of NAC Entertainment:

(Tina Niles 9-13-17)

Tickets & more information is available at Broadway in Binghamton.com, Niles said that the annual “Test Drive Your Seat” event will be held at the Forum Theater on September 26th year.
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The Tri Town Regional Hospital’s 3rd Annual Health Fair will be held this Saturday at Keith Clark Park in Sidney, spokesperson Amy Beveridge explains:

(Amy Beveridge 9-13-17)

The event will run from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and was made possible by area sponsors including Amphenol, Cooperstown Medical Transport, SFCU, The Sidney Alumni Association & Tieco Ty-ups of Unadilla.
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Former Syracuse University Collegiate basketball stand outs Roosevelt Bouie & Dale Shackleford visited Springbrook in Oneonta yesterday, to conduct a basketball clinic for the Springbrook Scorpions basketball team. Springbrook COO Seth Haight & Security Mutual Life Insurance COO Bruce Boyea coordinated yesterday’s event, Haight comments:

(Seth Haight 9-13-17)

Bouie & Shackleford were teammates for 3 years at SU in the late 70’s, Bouie made a name for himself for 16 years in the Italian Basketball league, Shackleford played professionally in Italy & Chile after college.
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Sidney Central School District & area law enforcement investigated a social media post with threatening implications early this morning, Sidney Superintendent Bill Christensen explains:

(Bill Christensen 9-13-17)

Christensen said that the Students schedule was maintained, all after school activities went on as planned & they are waiting for the conclusion of the investigation by Police regarding the origin of the original post.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 47-year-old Dale Kowatch of Arkville for Overdriving, torturing and injuring animals, the arrest followed a warrant issued by the Town of Middletown Court for Kowatch, he was arraigned and released upon his own recognizance, scheduled to appear before the Town of Middletown Court at a later date.
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The Arc Otsego will host a career fair today from 2:00 to 7:00 PM, at The Arc Otsego at 35 Academy Street in Oneonta. The agency is currently hiring for a variety of positions, including direct support professionals, community service providers, bus drivers, home managers, individual program coordinators and more. There is no appointment necessary, and there will be onsite interviews and childcare available.

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