WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 6-22-17

by wcdonews Posted on June 22, 2017

State Lawmakers did not complete the 2017 session Wednesday, and are being called back to Albany to wrap up the session Friday Morning. A few items were left on the table when work completed late last night, but are likely to be voted on Friday, they included bills extending control of New York City Mayor authority over the public school system & the continuation of sales taxes in upstate and Long Island counties.
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A decision could come next week on the Division of Veterans Affairs re-opening an office in Sidney, local assemblyman Cliff Crouch explains:

(Cliff Crouch 6-22-17)

The previous office was closed after the Division learned that a rent was being charged to stay in the Sidney Civic Center, after the village of Sidney sold the building to a private developer, prior to the sale, the village allowed the office to be in the building at no charge.
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The State Department of Health today announced several new enhancements to the state’s Medical Marijuana Program. Changes increased the number of certified patients to the program, since the addition of chronic pain as a qualifying condition. The enhancements will streamline and simplify the registration process for practitioners, making it easier to certify patients for the medical marijuana program. There are 1,066 registered practitioners in New York’s Medical Marijuana Program, Nurse practitioners and physician assistants were certified & now make up more than 10% of the registered practitioners in the program.
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Construction is underway on a $4.2 million bicycle and pedestrian trail that will link downtown Binghamton with the South Side neighborhoods. The Greenway is part of Governor Cuomo’s $59 million investment in the multi-phase Route 434 Greenway / Route 363 Gateway project ; The 1st phase includes the Route 434 Greenway trail from the South Washington Street Pedestrian Bridge to the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue and Vestal Avenue in Binghamton’s south side The Greenway phase will also provide a crossing over Route 434 on the Pennsylvania Avenue Bridge. The rest of the phases of the project should begin in 2020.
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New York Regulators are taking public comments on proposed changes to the solid waste management rules. The DEC launched a revision last year, which includes changes to deal with the illegal disposal of construction & demolition debris, and a stronger oversight of Mulch Processing facilities. Comments will be accepted to the DEC through July 13th.
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New York state’s maple-syrup production jumped by 7.5% this year to a record 760,000 gallons, up from 707,000 gallons the year before, according to the USDA. New York ranked 2nd again for maple syrup production, behind Vermont, which produced 1.98 million gallons in 2017.
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State Police arrested 45-year-old Vernon VanValkenburg of Masonville, for Criminal Possession of a Weapon, 4 counts of Reckless Endangerment, and Illegal Discharge of a Firearm within 500 feet of a Residence. Troopers responded to a report of shots fired by a subject at a residence on Finnerty Road in the Town of Masonville, VanValkenburg is accused of firing at a neighbor’s house, VanValkenburg was unable to possess a firearm due to a prior felony conviction, he was arraigned in the Town of Masonville court and remanded to the Delaware County jail on $1,000 cash bail. An order of protection was issued, no injuries were reported.
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The towns of Unadilla crews are working on paving Idumea road today. The road will be closed to Through Traffic until completion late this afternoon.
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Former First Lady of Canada Margaret Trudeau will give the keynote speech today at the Women’s Fund Annual Breakfast at the Holiday Inn in Binghamton. Trudeau’s speech will focus on her life as First Lady, Mother of current Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, the loss of a son and her former husband, & living with bipolar disorder.
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Delaware County Public Health announced another Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic For dogs, cats and ferrets today, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, at the Masonville Fire Hall. Previous vaccination records are requested to verify if pets are eligible for 3-year coverage. More information is available at 832-5200 or delawarecountypublichealth.com
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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-21-17

by wcdonews Posted on June 21, 2017

Governor Cuomo signed legislation to end child marriage in New York. The legislation raises the age of consent to marry from 14-years-old to 18-years-old and amends the process to require parental and judicial consent for marriage of those between 17-years-old and 18-years-old. Previously, children as young as 14-years-old could get married with parental permission and written consent provided by a judge.
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A bipartisan proposal to add post-traumatic stress disorder as a qualifying condition for New York’s medical marijuana program has received final approval from state lawmakers and is headed to the desk of Governor Cuomo. 26 of the 29 states with medical marijuana programs allow patients with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder to qualify.
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With Graduation parties coming up, the parents of students are reminded that it is illegal to provide alcohol to minors under the age of 21 in New York State. Justin Hamm of the Alcohol & Drug Abuse Council of Delaware County told WCDO News that “Social Host Laws” can make parents libel of alcohol related problems:

(Justin Hamm 6-21-17)

More information about social host laws as well as alcohols & drug abuse can be found at adaconline.org.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that his administration has reached a 5-year contract agreement with the Civil Service Employees Association, which represents over 60,000 state government employees. The contract must now be approved and ratified by CSEA membership and authorizing legislation is expected to be passed before the end of the legislative session.
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The New York State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for May. The State’s unemployment rate increased from 4.3% to 4.4% in May 2017, locally, Chenango County had 4.6% unemployment, Delaware County had a 4.8% rate & Otsego County registered 4.2% unemployment
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Health officials in New York have detected the first of the season’s mosquitoes with West Nile virus downstate in Staten Island. Officials at Cornell University advise New Yorkers to take steps now to protect themselves from the risks of mosquito-borne illnesses. Those who participate in outdoor activities should wear mosquito repellents, dump out any standing water in gutters, plant pots, tarps, buckets, birdbaths & children’s pools.
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State Police issued 21,864 tickets during the June “Speed Week” campaign this year. The special traffic enforcement period to crack down on speeding and aggressive drivers was held June 7 through June 13, 2017. State Troopers ticketed 9,456 drivers for speeding, arrested 268 people for DWI and investigated 315 personal injury accidents, which resulted in 412 people injured Troop C troopers wrote over 1500 tickets during the Speed Week Enforcement.
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The U.S. Justice Department reached an agreement with New York state to settle a lawsuit over voter registration opportunities through the State’s DMV offices. Federal investigators found applications for New York driver’s licenses, permits and ID cards didn’t always serve as applications for voter registration, Under the agreement, New York will insure a voter registration opportunity will be included with all applications. Change of address information will also be used to update voter address information.
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State Senate Leader John Flanagan said that his house will not vote on the bill to change requirements that would have made it easier for the vicitms of sexual molestation to sue their attackers. The proposal that passed the Assembly, and had the support of the Governor, would have given victims more time to file civil lawsuits, and would have allowed for a 1 year window for past victims to file lawsuits. The proposal had opposition from the Catholic Church and other religious organizations.

Chenango County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division responded to 305 Race Road in the Town of Greene for a narcotics investigation, they discovered 2 men manufacturing methamphetamine. Officers seized methamphetamine, scales, and packaging material & arrested 22-year-old Taylor Micha of Norwich and 36-year-old Paul Decker of Greene, for Unlawful Manufacturing of Methamphetamine, Criminal Possession of Methamphetamine Manufacturing Material, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia. Both were arraigned and remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $25,000 cash bail, pending action in Town of Greene Court at a later date. The investigation is ongoing and additional arrests are expected.
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A Job Fair will be held today at the State Veterans’ Home at Oxford from 12:00 Noon to 6:00 PM. Professionals from the nursing department will be on hand to provide information, give tours and conduct interviews for RN, LPN and CNA positions.
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A plan to permit movie theaters to serve alcohol is not expected to make it to the governor’s desk. Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie said that he opposes the bill on the grounds of public safety; he decides which bills are voted on in the assembly. Governor Cuomo pitched the idea late last year, as a tie in to the state’s growing craft beer industry. Under current law, a theater can serve alcohol if they also operate a full kitchen, or obtain a tavern license & only serve alcohol in the lobby. The proposal states that theaters could apply for a special license & local officials also support the issuance of that license.
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Town of Unadilla Officials announced that they are paving Idumea Road today, it will be closed to through traffic during the project, starting at 7:30 AM.
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The next Sidney Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours program will be held today. The event will be held at The Delaware National Bank of Delhi on Route 7 from 5:00 to 7:00pm.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 6-20-17

by wcdonews Posted on June 20, 2017

The Deadline for those who want to register a team for the upcoming Gus Macker Basketball Tournament has been extended, organizer Tom Revoir explains:

(Tom Revoir 6-20-17)

The Gus Macker Tournament will have about 400 teams competing on the weekend of July 8th & 9th, online registration is available at macker.com/local/norwich-ny.
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Sidney Village Police arrested 22-year-old Christopher Schoonmaker of Sidney, following an investigation into illegal drug sales in Sidney. Schoonmaker was charged with criminal sale of marijuana, he was remanded to the Delaware county jail on $4,000 cash bail pending future court action.
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A new office for Sidney & Tri Town Area Veterans may be opening shortly, according to Assemblyman Cliff crouch:

(Crouch 6-20-17)

The Veterans Affairs office that was formerly located at the SIdney Civic Center has been closed, since the building was sold to 2+4 developers, and they started converting the 2nd & 3rd Floors to senior housing.
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Sidney Village police arrested 32 year old Jason Katalinas of Unadilla for felony DWI, driving with a BAC over .08, aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and operating a motor vehicle without a court ordered interlock device. Katalinas faces court action shortly.
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CDO Workforce will hold a program about College Degrees & Career Opportunities available from SUNY Delhi, on Friday, June 30th at 1:00 pm. The session will be held at the CDO Workforce Center at the Sidney Civic Center. Misty Fields, who is the Assistant Director of Admissions at SUNY Delhi will be available to provide information about the application process, financial aid and training & career programs with SUNY Delhi and other SUNY Colleges. For reservations or more information, interested residents can call 832-5776.
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Town of Unadilla Officials announced that they are paving Kilkenny Road today, from Sheep Pen Road to County road 3, the road is closed to through traffic during the project. Tomorrow, crews will be paving Iduma Road, starting at 7:30 AM, the road will also be closed to throught traffic during the paving process.
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Commerce Chenango will hold their next Business After Hours event tonight in Oxford. The event will be held at Faber’s Home & Kitchens & Countryside Stove & Chimney at 116 Warn Pond Road on Oxford from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.
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The Delhi Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 123 Main Street in the Village of Delhi at the O’Neill’s Shire Pub, Monday Morning. Bloomville, Bovina and Walton Fire Departments were requested as mutual aid. The fire was deemed under control by 9:00 am. The investigation revealed that the fire was accidental in nature and started in the kitchen of the Pub from spontaneous combustion of cleaning towels that were recently laundered. Two upstairs residents were not home, Their dog and 2 cats were rescued by firefighters, no firefighter injuries were reported. The building remains structurally sound however there was heavy smoke and heat damage to the kitchen and bar area. The upstairs apartments suffered smoke damage and some water damage.
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Chenango County Sheriff’s Department responded Sunday evening at 7:12 PM, to a 2 car crash on State Route 12 in the Town of Norwich. A vehicle operated by 37 year old Amber Ryan of Norwich NY, made a left turn into the path of a vehicle operated by 61 year old Randolph Smith of Earlville. Ryan was transported to UHS Wilson Hospital with minor injuries, her front seat passenger 26 year old Nicholas Ohl was transported to Wilson Hospital with serious injuries. Randolph Smith was transported to UHS Chenango Memorial with minor injuries; Robin Smith, a front seat passenger in Randolph Smith’s vehicle was also transported to UHS Wilson with minor injuries. Two rear passengers in Smith vehicle were uninjured. State Route 12 was closed for approximately 3 hours due to the investigation. The investigation into the crash is ongoing.
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U.S. Senator Charles Schumer is calling in the Drug Enforcement Agency to commit to providing New York State with 1 of 4 special heroin enforcement groups being delivered to states suffering from heroin abuse. Schumer said the recent numbers of heroin busts, overdoses and heavy local drug enforcement costs demand more federal resources as soon as possible. New York’s heroin overdose death rate increased by 30 percent in 2015.
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Campus sexual assault was the topic of a daylong training session Monday by State Police. More than 120 campus administrators, victim advocates and others attended the session at the State University of New York at Geneseo. Topics included domestic violence, stalking and how to preserve digital evidence. The training was presented by the State Police Campus Sexual Assault Victims Unit.
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The New York Legislature will end the 2017 session on Wednesday, with a number of items up for discussion. Lawmakers still have to deal with bills on protecting the environment, cracking down on the heroin epidemic, alcohol in movie theaters and ending the statute of limitations for victims of sex offenders to sue their attackers are still on the table.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that the Great New York State Fair will host a professionally judged beer competition to further promote New York’s growing craft beverage industry. The New York State Craft Beer Competition will award medals to the best beers in 20 categories, and the highest scoring beer in all categories will be awarded the Governor’s Excelsior Cup. The New York State Craft Beer Competition is open to any craft brewer located in New York State. A complete list of rules, categories and entry instructions can be found at www.nyscraftbeer.com.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 6-19-17

by wcdonews Posted on June 19, 2017

Several area fire departments responded to the call of a structure fire at 123 Main Street in Delhi this morning. Fire fighters from Delhi, Bovina, Franklin, Bloomville & Walton responded to the fire at the O’Neill’s Shire pub, earlier this morning. WCDO News will have more details as they become available.
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The Chenango County Sheriff’s department responded to a multiple vehicle accident Sunday night at around 7:00 PM, on State Route 12 in the town of Norwich. 6 people were sent to area hospitals with a variety of injuries, Route 12 was closed for several hours for clean up & accident reconstruction.  More information is expected to be released shortly
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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies arrested 54 year old Harold Nolan of Stamford today, for DWI, after deputies responded to a 1 car motor vehicle accident on State Highway 28 in the Town of Delhi. Nolan lost control of his vehicle on State Route 28 and traveled through the ditch and into the yard of a nearby residence. Nolan will appear in Town of Delhi Court at a later date.
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Delaware County Deputies investigated a two car property damage motor vehicle accident in the Town of Bovina Friday. 78 year old Maria Aron of Bovina, was driving on East Bramley Mountain Road when she failed to stop at the stop sign and County Highway 6 and struck another vehicle operated by 30 year old Robert Poprawski of Livonia. Aron’s vehicle continued across the roadway and through the parking area of Town of Bovina Highway Department and struck the side of a building before coming to a stop. Aron was issued traffic ticket for Failure to Stop at Stop Sign, returnable to the Town of Bovina Court on July 18th.
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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold a Job Fair at SUNY Delhi tomorrow afternoon, Chamber President Ray Pucci told WCDO news that the Job Fair is also aimed at recent graduates looking to start careers:

(Ray Pucci 6-19-17)

The Job Fair will be held at SUNY Delhi’s Farrell Hall, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested a 17 year old male from Meredith, for Criminal Nuisance last Thursday, following an investigation into a report of an underage drinking party in the Town of Meredith. Deputies say the defendant is alleged to have endangered the safety and health of a considerable number of youth. The unidentified defendant was released on an appearance ticket returnable to Meredith Town Court at a later date.
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The deadlines for signing up teams online for the upcoming Gus Macker Basketball tournament is tonight, organizer Tom Revoir explains:

(Tom Revoir 6-19-17)

The Gus Macker Tournament will be held the weekend of July 8th & 9th in Norwich.
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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 22 year Justin Holmquist of North Norwich and 20 year old Cody Marshall of Sherburne for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Holmquist and Marshall were arraigned in the City of Norwich Court and remanded to the Chenango County Jail on $10,000 cash bail, for allegedly trying to sell a controlled substance in April.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 6-16-17

by wcdonews Posted on June 16, 2017

Governor Cuomo is nominating Justice Paul Feinman to serve as an Associate Judge on the State Court of Appeals. Justice Feinman is currently an Associate Justice on the Appellate Division of the New York State Supreme Court and has served as a judge in New York for more than 20 years. Justice Feinman has been nominated to fill the vacancy created earlier this year by the tragic death of the Honorable Sheila Abdus-Salaam. If confirmed, Justice Feinman would be the first openly gay person to serve on the Court of Appeals.
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The New York Lottery celebrated its 50th Anniversary this afternoon with a series of activities on Albany’s Empire State Plaza, hosted by Lottery spokeswoman Yolanda Vega. The New York Lottery continues to be North America’s largest and most profitable Lottery, contributing $3.27 billion in fiscal year 2016-2017 to help support education in New York State. The Lottery’s contribution represents approximately 14% of total state aid to local school districts.
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New York spends more money per student than any other state, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. In fiscal year 2015, New York spent $21,206 per pupil, almost double the national average of $11,392. In New York, $8,758 goes toward instruction, or teacher salaries. That’s the highest number in the nation. Only California spends more money on Education than New York.
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Survivors of child molestation are urging lawmakers in New York to loosen the statute of limitations on lawsuits for past abuse. The proposal would eliminate the criminal and civil statute of limitations for several child sexual abuse crimes and create a one-year window for past victims to file civil suits. Victims now have until they turn 23 to sue.
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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce and other area groups have revived the Meredith Dairy Fest this Saturday & Sunday. Delaware County Chamber President Ray Pucci comments:

(Ray Pucci 6-16-17)

Pucci said that the Meredith Dairy Fest is right near the previous location off of Catskill Turnpike Road & Honest Brook Road in the town of Meredith, more information is available at meredithdairyfest.com.
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The deadlines for signing up teams for the upcoming Gus Macker Basketball tournament is approaching quickly, organizer Tom Revoir explains:

(Tom Revoir 6-16-17)

The Gus Macker Tournament will be held the weekend of July 8th & 9th in Norwich.
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Senator Fred Akshar, Binghamton Mayor Rich David and the Southern Tier AIDS Program will host a “Shed the Meds” prescription turn-in event at the Binghamton Fire Department Training Center at 1 Belden Street in Binghamton tomorrow from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Residents can dispose of their old prescription pills to prevent those meds from falling into the wrong hands. Those attending are asked to avoid to bringing bottles of liquids for disposal. A free Narcan training session will also be held at 1:00 PM, pre-registration is required at Akshar.NYSenate.Gov.
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The Friends of Rogers announced a Family Fishing day for tomorrow from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Rogers Environmental Education Center on State Route 80 in Sherburne. More information is available at 607 674-4733.
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The 2017 Greater Binghamton Job & Career fair will be held today at the SUNY Broome Ice Center. The event will run from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, the event is being held by the Greater Binghamton Chamber of Commerce.
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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 6-15-17

by wcdonews Posted on June 15, 2017

State troopers have identified the 3 people that were found in a submerged SUV in Gatehouse Pond in Tully Tuesday. The bodies of 34-year-old Jaime Bell, 26-year-old Melissa Avery and 5-year-old Maryssa Houston were found inside the vehicle when it was pulled from the pond, Police said that the 3 were heading for a family barbecue nearby, when their Ford Explorer veered off the road, struck a guardrail & went into the pond. The investigation is ongoing & is expected to take several weeks.
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State Police arrested 48-year-old Frederick Gustina of Cleveland, New York, for Aggravated DWI with a B.A.C. result of .31%, plus other traffic violations. The arrest occurred after troopers responded to a domestic dispute at a home on East Main Street in the Town of Worcester, troopers were advised that Gustina had left the area in a Toyota FJ Cruiser; he was stopped nearby and was taken into custody. Gustina was arraigned in the Town of Maryland court and was remanded to the Otsego County jail in lieu of $500 cash bail or $1,000 property bond; his next court date is on June 20, 2017.
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A 2nd fundraising event has been scheduled, which will be a Golf Tournament the day before the “Rock In The Park” event, as an extension to the concert fundraiser. Organizer Jason Hall explains:

(Jason Hall 6-15-17)

The Charity Golf Tournament will be held Friday July 7th at the Afton Golf Course, more information is available at 972-6526, or by email: jhall@tiogadowns.com.
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61-year-old Gerald Porter of Binghamton was found guilty today in Broome County Court of burglarizing the apartment of a deceased resident’s body was removed. The jury convicted Porter for 2nd-degree burglary & criminal possession of stolen property, he faces sentencing on September 7th.
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65-Year-old Robert Doggert of Tennessee has been sentenced to 19 years in a federal prison, on charges of solicitation to commit a civil rights act, & solicitation to commit arson. Doggert was arrested for recruiting people to travel to the Islamberg community near Hancock, to burn down buildings and commit acts of terrorism against the inhabitants.
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Area Congresswoman Claudia Tenney received a disturbing email threat Wednesday referencing the Virginia shooting of Congressman Steve Scalise & others at a softball practice. Tenney said that she has received several threats since taking office and has turned them over to Capital Police, but Wednesday she received one stating “one down, 216 to go”
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The 4 County Library System announced the launch of their new Bookmobile, which will be providing full library service to those who live in rural areas without close access to a library. The new Bookmobile is a 33-foot truck built by Medical Coaches in Oneonta, it will visit many sites in the Tri-County area, with monthly stops in Wells Bridge, Downsville, and Fly Creek. The schedule for the bookmobile is available at 4cls.org or 723-8236.
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The Deadline for teams to sign up for the annual Gus Macker Basketball Tournament is approaching quickly, according to organizer Tom Revoir:

(Tom Revoir 6-15-17)

This Year’s Gus Macker Tournament will be held July 8th & 9th in downtown Norwich.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies investigated a 1-car accident Tuesday evening on State Highway 206 in the Town of Tompkins that resulted in a Walton woman being air-lifted to the hospital. The driver of the vehicle, 30-year-old Joshua Crisell of Walton lost control of his vehicle when he reached for an item in the vehicle causing the vehicle to run off the roadway, strike a number of small trees and overturn. A passenger in the vehicle, 29-year-old MistyBlue Crisell, sustained back and head injuries and was airlifted to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City. Crisell was charged with failure to keep hands on the steering wheel, moving from lane unsafely and operating a motor vehicle out of license class, he would face action in Town of Tompkins Court at a later date.
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Oneonta Police Detectives along with State Police and the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision, served a search warrant at 5106 State Highway 23, in the town of Oneonta, regarding the sale and distribution of controlled substances. Police arrested 31 year old Aaron Willey of Oneonta on 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance Police discovered powdered cocaine, & $2,472 in cash, Willey was arraigned at the Town of Oneonta Court and remanded to the Otsego County Jail.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies and members of the Delhi Fire Department and Emergency Squad responded to an off-road, All Terrain Vehicle accident on Tuesday night at Elk Creek Road. 75-year-old Peter Clark of Delhi left his farm shortly after 6:00 PM, to search for lost livestock in a wooded area when his four wheeled ATV rolled over, trapping Clark’s legs beneath the vehicle. Clark was located in the woods; he was extricated by Delhi Fire and EMS personnel and was transported to O’Connor Hospital for evaluation and treatment.
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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-14-17

by wcdonews Posted on June 14, 2017

Broome County District Attorney Steve Cornwell, State Police & Johnson City Police announced a major weapons bust in Broome County. 65-year-old Ramadan Abdullah has been charged with multiple counts of criminal possession of a weapon & Criminal possession of stolen property. Abdullah was arrested by Johnson City police on May 31 for shoplifting ammunition from Gander Mountain, a search warrant was executed on Abdullah’s storage unit in the town of Union, where police seized 4 loaded handguns, 8 assault weapons, 64 high-capacity ammunition feeding devices, a loaded shotgun, 2 rifles & Thousands of rounds of ammunition. Search warrants were also executed at additional properties, resulting in the seizure of numerous rounds of .38 caliber ammunition, High-capacity ammunition feeding devices and ammunition & another loaded firearm. Abdullah was sent to the Broome County Jail pending arraignment.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies and the Andes Fire Department and Emergency Squad responded at about 1:30 this morning to a 1-car accident on County Highway 1 in the Town of Andes involving an off-duty corrections officer employed by the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office. 39-year-old Nathan Weaver of Andes fell asleep while driving & left the roadway and colliding with a utility pole and a gas pump at the Tremperskill Country Store before the vehicle overturned on its side. Deputies determined that Weaver was intoxicated, he was charged with DWI, Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Blood Alcohol Concentration in excess of 0.08% and Failure to Keep Right. Weaver faces court action; Sheriff Tom Mills said that Weaver has been suspended without pay pending disciplinary actions.
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New York Correctional system workers who have died in the line of duty are being honored. 43 state prison system employees have died on the job since 1861, are being remembered today at a ceremony in Albany, also 5 employees are being honored for outstanding service at the Albany Training academy. Also, the agency’s Canine Unit is being recognized today, for detecting contraband being smuggled into prisons.
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The State Legislature is considering new rules for the solitary confinement of prison inmates. A proposed bill in both houses would restrict confinement to no more that 15 consecutive days, unless the inmate is sent to a special residential rehabilitation unit. The bill would also prohibit solitary confinement for the young, elderly & pregnant prisoners. Currently, about 4000 prisoners are being held in solitary confinement in state correctional facilities.
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The Binghamton Rumble Ponies announced that former New York Met great Darryl Strawberry would be at NYSEG Stadium on July 2nd. The team announced that they will have a special Meet and Greet Picnic that guarantees fans a photo, an autographed item, and a raffle ticket to win a Strawberry event worn jersey. The event runs from 11:30 to 1:00 pm with an all you can eat buffet. Limited packages available, at the box office during their normal business hours from 9:00 to 5:00. More information is available at milb.com/Darryl_Strawberry_VIP_picnic

The 66th Annual Unadilla Flag Day Parade will be held this evening along State Route 7 through the village. Spokesman Dave Welch explains:

(Dave Welch 6-14-17)

Those wishing to participate should begin lining up at the Unadilla Elementary School at 5:30 PM; more information is available at 287-7393.
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State Senator Jim Seward announced senate passage of a package of bills to try to decrease heroin deaths and put drug dealers behind bars for selling opioids and synthetic drugs:

(SEWARD 6-14-17)

The package of bills would build upon existing laws by focusing on enforcement to hold drug dealers more accountable, improve regulation of synthetic opioids, and improve the state’s treatment programs to help assist individuals with recovery, among other measures. The bills were sent to the Assembly for consideration.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that representatives from Audi of America performed New York State’s first series of autonomous vehicle demonstrations throughout the day today in the Capital Region. A driver manually operated the vehicle from State Street to I-90 where Audi Highway Pilot technology was then initiated, enabling automated driving for approximately 6.1 miles before a safe return to the Empire State Plaza. Two trained engineers were present in the vehicle at all times to monitor the system and ensure safety.
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Newman Development Group, LLC has broken ground on a 170,000-square-foot, mixed-use development project in downtown Binghamton. The multi-million dollar project will include commercial and retail space and rental housing options at the site, located at 50 Front Street. To make way for the project, the developer demolished the former Sheraton Hotel, which had had been sitting vacant on the site.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 6-13-17

by wcdonews Posted on June 13, 2017

The Afton Fair is returning to the fairgrounds in Afton this summer, from Thursday July 6th to Sunday July 9th, with a full line up of events. Afton Fair Board President Rhonda Barriger explains:

(Rhonda Barriger 6-13-17)

Barriger said that more information is available by calling 639-1525, or going to their website, theaftonfair.com.
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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office & Norwich Police arrested 25-year-old Randy Wilcox of Sherburne for driving while intoxicated, following a 1-car accident in the Town of Sherburne on June 1st. The Wilcox vehicle left its lane of travel and exited the State Hwy 12B, the vehicle struck numerous objects; an eyewitness told police that the vehicle left the scene & continued To Norwich. Wilcox was charged with DWI, he was arraigned in the Town of Norwich Court where he was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $5,000 cash bail, pending future court action.
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State Police arrested 49 year old Preston Bryant of Hartwick for 3rd degree Assault, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing or Blood Circulation, and Menacing, after troopers responded to dispute in the Town of Hartwick. Bryant is accused of punching & choking the victim, Bryant was arraigned in the Town of Hartwick court and was remanded to the Otsego County jail on $1,000 cash bail or $2,000 bond, pending court action on Wednesday. An order of protection was issued against Bryant on behalf of the victim.
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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce and other area groups, have revived the Meredith Dairy Fest this Saturday & Sunday. Delaware County Chamber President Ray Pucci comments:

(Ray Pucci 6-13-17)

Pucci said that the Meredith Dairy Fest will be held right near the previous location off of Catskill Turnpike Road & Honest Brook Road, more information is available at meredithdairyfest.com.
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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Department arrested 25-year-old Samuel Ackerman of Norwich for criminal contempt. Ackerman was charged following a complaint filed for allegedly violating of an order of protection by sending letters while incarcerated, to a woman who had filed for the Court order. Ackerman is being held in the Chenango County Jail unrelated charges; he faces court action on the new charge shortly.
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The SUNY Oneonta University Police Department has named Jennifer Fila as the new campus police chief. Fila was previously the deputy chief at the SUNY Albany University Police, she will start in Oneonta July 12th.
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New York State of Health & the WIC program are working together to share information about and enroll participants in affordable health insurance coverage. Through the end of the month, assistors trained and certified by NY State of Health will hold 92 in-person informational sessions at 26 WIC clinics across the State. Details are available at info.nystateofhealth.ny.gov/events
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Ronette Wiley has been appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for Bassett Medical Center. Wiley previously served many roles at Bassett Medical Center since 2008. Wiley will be responsible for the operating performance of Bassett Medical Center.

A Delaware County Grand Jury handed down Sealed Indictments, Deputies arrested 30 year old Nicole Sass of Denver, New York on a the Sealed Indictment Warrant charging her with Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance, she is accused of selling Hydrocodone in the Village of Margaretville in January of this year. Sass was arraigned in Delaware County Court on Monday afternoon and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility without bail pending further court action.
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