WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 1-24-17

by wcdonews Posted on January 24, 2017

State Police arrested 20-year-old Brandon Sprague of Schenevus, for Sexual Misconduct and Endangering the Welfare of a Child, after troopers were advised of an incident in the Town of Maryland. Sprague allegedly had sexual contact with a victim less than 17 years old and also gave them narcotics. Sprague was arraigned in the Town of Maryland Court and was released without bail required. His next court date is on January 30th.
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State Police arrested 34-year-old Anthony Fedora from Windsor, for the felony Assault and Unlawful Imprisonment, after troopers responded to a report of a dispute in the Town of Windsor. Fedora allegedly struck the victim several times causing serious injuries & also kept the victim from leaving. Fedora was arraigned in the Town of Windsor Court and was remanded to the Broome County Jail with no bail set. An order of protection was issued. The victim was transported to Wilson Hospital and was treated for their injuries.
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28 year old Adam Alexander of Afton was indicted By a Broome County Grand Jury this week, for a fatal crash that killed a motorcyclist from Binghamton last September. Alexander was indicted on charges of 2nd degree Manslaughter, Vehicular Manslaughter, DWI, & driving a vehicle with a BAC of .08 of higher, in connection with the crash on September 5th in the town of Colesville, when Alexander failed to stop at the intersection of Route 7 & 235, and struck a motorcycle driven by Jason Smith, who was taken to Wilson Hospital in Johnson City, where he succumbed to his injuries.
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State Senator Jim Seward announced his committee assignments for this year’s session. Seward will continue to serve on the education, higher education, agriculture, and health committees; he has also been named to the new Senate Select Committee on Technology and Innovation. Seward stated that new technology and innovation companies are starting to grow in New York, the new senate committee will develop strategies to boost the tech sector, and lead to good paying jobs and careers.
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Oneonta Mayor Gary Herzig announced that he has signed a letter along with 106 other mayors, to members of Congress, to build upon, and not dismantle the Affordable Care Act. The letter seeks to keep numerous protections intact, like treatment for those with mental illnesses, pre existing conditions or various preventative services.
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The New York State Legislature will again consider legislation that would authorize people with terminal illnesses to request life-ending drugs from a physician. The bill was introduced Monday, it would require 2 physicians to certify the patient’s illness is terminal. Physicians could refuse to agree to the request for any reason. The bill passed an Assembly committee last year but didn’t get a full floor vote & it is expected to be rigorously challenged again this year. Colorado, Washington, Vermont, California and Oregon already have similar laws on the books.
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The State Department of Labor released local unemployment rates for December today. Locally Chenango County had 5.2% unemployment, Delaware county 5.3% and Otsego County at 4.8%, the State’s unemployment rate decreased 2/10 to 4.9% in December.
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United Way of Delaware & Otsego Counties announced that taxpayers will be able to do their taxes free online through the CASH Coalition of Otsego & Delaware counties. United Way Executive Director Susan Kurkowski explains:

(Susan Kurkowski 1-24-17)

The website is unitedway.org/myfreetaxes.
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Another public meeting of the Oneonta Downtown Revitalization initiative will be held on Tonight at the Foothills Performing Arts Center Atrium. Updated information will be provided by Stantec Urban Planners, Otsego Now & the local planning committee, regarding plans to transform the downtown business district. Oneonta received 10 million dollars from the state last year for the projects. The public is encouraged to attend & participate in the meeting at 7:00 PM.
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State lawmakers are tackling various segments of the Governor’s proposed budget plan; Area Assemblyman Cliff crouch said that he hopes that this is the year that the school state aid formula is changed:

(Cliff Crouch 1-24-17)

Crouch said that the aid formulas were changed by Governor Spitzer about 10 years ago, but a lawsuit by downstate concerns and the recession put those changes on hold, to the detriment of poor rural school districts.
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Breastfeeding support is currently available every Tuesday at UHS Pediatrics in Sidney. Rene Stratton of Delaware County Public Health explains:

(Rene Stratton 1-24-17)

More information about the program is available at 561-2200.
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State Police responded to a report of a 1-vehicle crash on County Road 2 near Echo Lake Road in the Town of Greene, where the driver had fled the scene on foot into the woods. The driver was identified as 23-year-old Alexander Drost of Greene. A man had knocked on the door to a home nearby asking for help, Drost was found hiding in a large backhoe. He was arrested for DWI, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation and several traffic violations & was arraigned and remanded to the Chenango county Jail on $10,000 cash bail or $20,000 property bond.
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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 1-20-17

by wcdonews Posted on January 20, 2017

Sidney village police arrested 43-year-old Carl Peterson of Sidney on a sealed indictment warrant, on charges of criminal sale of a controlled substance, for allegedly selling prescription narcotics in Sidney; he was sent to the Delaware county jail. Also arrested, on an arrest warrant sealed indictment was 35-year-old Shawn Carnicelli of Sidney for criminal sale of a controlled substance, fro allegedly selling cocaine in the village of Sidney. Carnicelli was remanded to the Delaware county jail pending future court proceedings. State police assisted Sidney police in this investigation.

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State Police responded to a car-pedestrian crash on Gilmore Lane in Norwich. 32-year-old Brandon Jones was driving a pickup when he got into a verbal dispute with his wife, who was a passenger. Police said that the wife exited the vehicle; the truck then struck her, causing serious injuries. She was transported to Wilson Memorial Hospital in Johnson City. Jones was charged with 2nd-degree vehicular assault and DWI, he was arraigned in the Town of Norwich Court and was sent to the Chenango County Jail on $7,500 cash bail or $20,000 bond pending court action on January 24th.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies investigated a 1 car, rollover accident on State Highway 10 in the Town of Tompkins. 30-year-old Adam Buteau of Deposit swerved to avoid a deer and went off the highway and crossed over the guide rail, the vehicle hit a number of trees & overturned, coming to rest on its roof. Deputies charged Buteau with Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance plus a number of traffic other violations. Buteau was arraigned and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $500 cash bail or $1,000 bond.
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The Tri-Town Youth Club is moving from the Civic Center to the Sidney United Methodist Church starting Monday afternoon. Spokesperson Roni Haag explains:

(RONI HAAG 1-20-17)

Haag said that the hours for the club would be from 2:00 to 5:30 weekdays, starting Monday.
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Free Home Energy Assessments are being made available, along with grant opportunities, for area homeowners to make their homes more energy efficient. Brad Pacalis of the Public Policy & Education Fund of New York explains:

(Brad Pacalis 1-20-17)

Pacalis said that Grants are up to $4,000 for single-family homes & up to $8,000 for multiple family dwellings, more information is available at 723-0110.
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The Jericho Arts Council announced that the Atkinson Family Band would perform at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre Saturday night. More information, or ticket reservations can be made at 288-3882, the show will begin at 7:00 PM. The Doors open at 6:00 pm; General Admission tickets are $12.00, Seniors & Students $10.00 & Students under 10 $5.00
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Students from across Chenango County will participate in an all county music festival Saturday January 21st at the Sherburne – Earlville High School. SE High School Band Director Jeff Manwaring explains:

(Jeff Manwaring 1-20-17)

The performance will begin at 4:00PM Saturday in the Sherburne – Earlville Auditorium, Admission is $3.00 for adults and $2.00 for Senior Citizens and Students.

Many area fire departments responded to a fire on State Route 7 in the Wells Bridge area this morning. The fire started at about 7:00 AM at a 2 story structure across the road from the former Babcock’s, firefighters from Wells Bridge, Unadilla, Franklin, Sidney, Oneonta, West Oneonta & Gilbertsville responded, traffic was detoured off of route 7 while firefighters tackled that fire. The investigation into the cause of the blaze is continuing.
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Lawmakers are getting a chance to look over Governor Cuomo’s executive Budget proposal, which was released earlier this week, area Assemblyman Pete Lopez comments:

(Lopez 1-20-17)

The budget increases spending by just under 2%, up to 152.3 billion dollars, the legislature will have until April 1st to get a final budget passed.
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Commissioner Richard Ball of the State Department of Agriculture and Markets will deliver the Governor’s Budget Message today in Norwich. The presentation will begin at 4:00 PM at the Northeast Classic Car Museum at 24 Rexford Street.
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Laurens Firefighters responded yesterday to a fire at a Main Street structure right across the street from their station Thursday afternoon at about 5:30. Firefighters from Laurens, West Laurens, Oneonta, West Oneonta, Mount Vision, Hartwick, Milford and Otego Fire Departments responded, the building contained 4 apartments and room for 2 businesses on the first floor, which were vacant. The building was considered destroyed. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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A Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser will be held Saturday, January 21, 2017 from 4:00-7:00 pm at the Sidney Elks Lodge. Proceeds from the fundraiser will help support a group of Sidney High School students who will be traveling to the Grand Canyon in April. Tickets are available at the door.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 1-19-17

by wcdonews Posted on January 19, 2017

Senator Fred Akshar this week released his latest Community Voice Survey online and by mail to poll the community on various issues facing constituents across the 52nd Senate District. Akshar told WCDO News that even those outside his district are welcomed to share their opinions:

(Akshar 1-19-17)

Akshar said that nearly 70,000 households across the 52nd District would be receiving the survey in the mail, which can also be returned via mail after completion. The online address for the survey is Akshar.NYSenate.Gov.
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Test drilling sites have been popping up around Sidney, as the village tries to address lingering water issues, Mayor Andy Matviak addressed their results during Tuesday nights meeting:

(Andy Matviak 1-19-17)

Matviak said that some residents were concerned that the drilling was for natural gas, he said that none of the wells were for that purpose, all were for addressing the existing water problems of the village regarding Manganese & low water pressure in some areas of the village.
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In December 2016, New York State’s private sector job count increased by 9,000, or 0.1%, to 7,963,900, a new record high, according to preliminary figures released today by the New York State Department of Labor. Since the beginning of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s administration, New York State’s economy has added 869,600 private sector jobs and experienced employment growth in 61 of the past 72 months. In December 2016, New York’s statewide unemployment rate decreased from 5.1% to 4.9%.
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The National Baseball Hall of fame announced the election of Jeff Bagwell, Tim Raines and Ivan Rodriguez by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America, the Class of 2017 is now set. The inductees will be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame at 1:30 PM on Sunday, July 30th at the Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown along with Today’s Game Era electees John Schuerholz and Bud Selig, who were elected in December…2017 Ford C. Frick Award winner Bill King and 2017 Spink Award winner Claire Smith will be honored during Induction Weekend at the Awards Presentation on Saturday, July 29 at Doubleday Field in Cooperstown.
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Former Bassett Hospital Doctor, John Davis will speak to the Hartwick Historical Society tonight, regarding his book on Dr. Mary Bassett & The history of Bassett Hospital. The event will begin at 7:00 PM tonight at the Kinney Memorial Library; more information is available at 293-7530.
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The Friends of Rogers Environmental Education Center in Sherburne will hold a ribbon cutting today for their welcome center lobby. The event will begin at 5:30 PM and the public is invited to attend.
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Reactions from lawmakers are coming in after Governor Cuomo unveiled his Executive budget proposal Tuesday. State Senator Jim Seward commented:

(Seward 1-19-17)

The Governor’s budget proposal totals over 152 Billion dollars; lawmakers have until April first to get it passed by the deadline.
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Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul will present the Governor’s State of the State and Budget Proposals this morning at Binghamton University at 11:30. The presentation will be held in the Innovative Technologies Complex Engineering and Science Building at 85 Murray Hill Road. This afternoon Commissioner RoAnn Destito of the Office of General Services will give a presentation of Governor Cuomo’s 2016 Budget Address today at 4:00 PM. The presentation will be held at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street in Oneonta.
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State Police arrested 38 year old Jean-Philippe Baron of Oneonta, for 2 counts of Criminal Mischief and 1 count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, after troopers responded to a dispute in the Town of Unadilla. An investigation determined that during a verbal dispute with a woman, Baron grabbed a cellphone from her hand and destroyed it before she could call 911 for help, while she was holding a child. He also damaged a barbecue grill, Baron was arraigned in the Town of Unadilla Court and was remanded to the Otsego County Jail with no bail set. His next court date is on February 13, 2017.
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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 1-18-17

by wcdonews Posted on January 18, 2017

The Village of Sidney has received close to another 2 million dollars in federal FEMA funds for their projects, thanks to US Senator Charles Schumer, Sidney Mayor Andy Matviak explains:

(Andy Matviak 1-18-17)

Senator Schumer visited Sidney in December 2014, and liked the plans & promised to work on getting the federal funding.
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About 100 area residents attended last nights Unatego School district Town Hall meeting with Superintendent Dave Richards, who told WCDO News of the 2 main concerns:

(Dave Richards 1-18-17)

Richards said that the Facilities committee has suggested closing the Otego Elementary School first, and then the Unadilla Elementary School in 4 to 5 years after that, the Unatego Board of Education is expected to vote on the Otego closure next month. Richards said that the district has lost 28% of their student population in the last 10 years, and the 2 buildings are over 90 years old and face millions of dollars in repairs & renovations.
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Another public meeting of the Oneonta Downtown Revitalization initiative will be held on Tuesday January 24th at the Foothills Performing Arts Center Atrium. Updated information will be provided by Stantec Urban Planners, Otsego Now & the local planning committee, regarding plans to transform the downtown business district. Oneonta received 10 million dollars from the state last year for the projects. The public is encouraged to attend & participate in the meeting on the 24th.
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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies responded to a 2-car motor vehicle accident on State Highway 206 in the Town of Walton Monday. 48-year-old Tenzin Pelmo of Ithaca was rear-ended by a vehicle being driven by 37 year old Karyl Rose of Bainbridge. Both drivers were transported to Delaware Valley Hospital for treatment of their injuries. Rose was charged with Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs and Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, unsafe tires and following too closely. Rose was arraigned & was released on her own recognize pending later court action in Town of Walton Court.
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Oneonta Police arrested 30-year-old Jesse Tetlow of Oneonta on charges of 2nd degree burglary, plus criminal contempt, obstructing Governmental administration & harassment. Tetlow is accused of entering the residence of a former girlfriend, which violated an order of protection, & pushing another resident against a washing machine and using physical force to prevent police from performing his official duties at the scene. Tetlow was sent to the Otsego county jail on $20,000 cash bail or $40,000 bond pending court action on Friday in Oneonta City Court.
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An Afton Central School District bus slid off Lord Road in icy conditions this morning, No Injuries were reported, The Afton district delayed the opening of classes today by 2 hours.
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Property tax levy growth for school districts will be capped at 1.26% for the 2017-18 fiscal year, according to State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. The tax cap limits tax levy increases to the lesser of the rate of inflation or 2% percent; with certain exceptions, including a provision that allows school districts to override the cap with 60% voter approval of their budget.

Governor Cuomo revealed his executive Budget Proposal to lawmakers Tuesday, with a big increase in Education spending:

(Cuomo 1-18-17)

Cuomo said that the budget would spend $152.3 Billion dollars, including the 1 billion dollar increase in education spending; the legislature will have until April 1st to get the budget passed.
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A presentation from Place Alliance was held at the Sidney Civic Center last night regarding the plans for the Sidney Green Streetscape project for Main Street. Ian Law is the Director of Urban Planning & Design for Place Alliance:

(Ian Law 1-18-17)

Plans call for new sidewalk configurations, new trees, lighting, and underground rainwater collection into reservoirs under the sidewalks. The plans are expected to go up for bidding next month, with construction getting underway this spring.
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President-elect Donald Trump met with Governor Cuomo, today at Trump Tower in New York City. Cuomo discussed the meeting with reporters:

 

(Cuomo 1-18-17)

 

Cuomo’s said that his plans to upgrade and rebuild bridges, train stations and airports in New York City and around the state, will require federal assistance.
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Bainbridge-Guilford-Afton-Harpursville Head Wrestling Coach Brandon MacNaught has been named the 2015-2016 New York State Wrestling Coach of the Year. The New York State Public High School Athletic Association recognized MacNaught’s work during the 15-16 season, he had the task of working with 3 different school districts for his combined team, yet the Bears are consistently one of the most successful teams in the area. They sent several wrestlers to the state tournament in Albany last year and won several tournaments as a team as well.
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 1-17-17

by wcdonews Posted on January 18, 2017

The Unatego Central School District will host a Town Hall Meeting tonight at the Junior Senior High School Auditorium in wells Bridge, Superintendent Dr. Dave Richards comments:

(Dave Richards 1-17-17)

Tonight’s meeting will begin at 7:00 PM; Richards said that they expect questions regarding the district’s financial condition, the Facilities Study & the possible closure of the Otego Elementary School.
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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office & Port Dickinson Police stopped a vehicle on the West Service Road near Chenango Street Sunday Morning after the vehicle was observed driving erratically & striking a concrete wall. Casey Farrell of Greene was arrested for Driving while Intoxicated, resisting arrest, & refusing to submit to a Chemical Test. Farrell was arraigned in Town of Fenton court and was remanded to the Broome County Jail on $2500 cash bail.
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State Police arrested 27-year-old Justin Martin of Guilford, for DWI with a B.A.C. result of .16% along with other traffic violations, after Martin allegedly failed to stop at a red light in the Village of Bainbridge. Troopers discovered that Martin was wanted by the Oneonta City Police Department on a warrant. Martin was issued tickets for the Town of Bainbridge Court on January 23; he was then turned over to the Oneonta Police Department.
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State Police arrested Heidi Cronin of Whitney Point, for Aggravated DWI with a B.A.C. result of .18%, as well as Resisting Arrest and several other traffic tickets. The arrest occurred after troopers responded to a Broome County 911 report of an intoxicated woman at the Speedway Gas Station in the Town of Triangle. Cronin allegedly flailed her arms and kicked officers as they handcuffed her; she Cronin was arraigned in the Town of Triangle Court and was remanded to the Broome County Jail with no bail.
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The Oneonta Common Council will hold their next regular meeting this evening. The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM in City Hall & is open to the public.
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State Police have a man and woman in custody who were sought for fleeing from a traffic stop in a stolen vehicle on December 27th. Ryan Markoff of Windsor and Angela Weyrauch of Hancock were taken into custody after they were spotted at McDonald’s in Whitney Point. Markoff was charged with 3rd-degree grand larceny and Weyrauch was charged with criminal possession of stolen property, both were arraigned and were remanded to the Broome County Jail without bail. The investigation is continuing and additional charges are pending.
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Several area fire companies responded to a blaze at 389 Hunts Pond Road. The fire was reported at about 1:30 PM Monday & was under control by 5:30. No injuries among fire fighters were reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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An Open House will be held on tonight at the Sidney Civic Center in the first floor conference room from 6:00 to 7:30 to view the planned improvements to Main Street, Sidney Mayor Andy Matviak comments:

(Andy Matviak 1-17-17)

The Sidney Green Streetscape Project consultants will be available to discuss the design, collect input and answer questions prior to bidding the project and constructing the improvements this spring.
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The State DOT will hold a public meeting on today, to discuss the conclusions of the Interstate 81 pedestrian bridge study, and the US Route 11 Bridge over I-81 replacement project, the public information meeting will be held in at the Dickinson Town Hall, at 6:00 PM.
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The next general meeting of the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce is this morning. The meeting will be held at 7:30 at Bob’s Diner.
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Breastfeeding support is currently available every Tuesday from 1PM-4PM on the top floor of UHS Pediatrics at 44 Pearl Street in Sidney; for patients and the public. Dr. Jayasena’s office in Sidney is providing a private space for patients and the public; to receive support and education from a Certified Lactation Consultant. More information is available at 561-2200.

 

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 1-16-17

by wcdonews Posted on January 16, 2017

A Binghamton man has been arrested for a shooting at the Clinton Hotel bar in the City of Binghamton early Saturday morning. Binghamton Police responded to a shooting at 20 Clinton Street, 1 victim had suffered a non life-threatening gunshot wound to his right leg. 39-year-old James Simpson was arrested a short time later, a loaded revolver was recovered. Simpson was charged with 1st degree assault & Criminal Possession of a Weapon. Simpson was arraigned in the City of Binghamton Court and taken to the Broome County Jail.
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Firefighters in Chenango County responded this afternoon to a structure fire at 389 Hunt Pond Road in New Berlin. The fire was called in shortly after 1:00 PM today, fire fighters from New Berlin & South New berlin responded.
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Delaware County Sheriffs Deputies arrested 25-year-old Matthew Stevenson of Manorville, for DWI, after Deputies responded to County Highway 18 for a reported 1-car roll over motor vehicle accident. Deputies charged Stevenson with DWI, aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle & several other traffic infractions. Stevenson was released with appearance tickets to the Town of Delhi Court at a later date.
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The Suicide Prevention Network of Delaware county is offering a free cup of coffee through Sunday at participating coffee shops, diners & restaurants, to get information on suicide prevention & depression. Program Spokesperson Rene Stratton explains:

(Rene Stratton 1-16-17)

Local participants include Wise Guys Pizza in Franklin, the Masonville General Store, as well as Trackside Dining; Treats and Eats & Roma restaurant & pizzeria in Sidney, Stratton said that suicide is the 12th leading cause of death nationwide, in Delaware county, middle aged men account for the highest number of suicides.
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The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance today announced that the income tax filing season officially begins on Monday, January 23. last year, 92% of New York taxpayers e-filed, this year, New York taxpayers with household income of $64,000 or less in 2016 can qualify to use Free File software, the Tax Department is hosting 54 Facilitated-Self Assistance sites throughout the State, each staffed by Tax Department experts. More information is available at tax.ny.gov/fsa.
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This year, the state will require vehicles’ window tint to be examined during a yearly State safety inspection. If the glass on a vehicle is tinted beyond 30 percent of light transmittance, then that vehicle would not pass the inspection. The window tint would have to be removed or altered for the vehicle to pass. The new law is a more proactive approach intended to protect law enforcement and other drivers, as darkly tinted windows hinder their ability to see inside the vehicle.

State Police are continuing their search for 28-year-old Ryan Markoff of Windsor, who fled from troopers in a stolen vehicle during a traffic stop on December 27th. On January 8th, State Police pursued him on foot after they received a call for a car in a ditch on Shedd Road in Windsor; they recovered the stolen vehicle and pursued Markoff and a female acquaintance unsuccessfully through a wooded area. Police said that Markoff is believed to be with 31-year-old Angela Weyrauch of Hancock. Anyone with information can call State Police at 775-1241.
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State Police reported that 46-year-old Paul Schwartfigure of Whitney Point has been located and is in good health. He was located in the area of Ford Hill Road and was returned to his family. Schwartfigure was reported missing January 10th, while riding a bicycle in Whitney Point.
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The State Office of General Services announced that the New York State observance of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. would be held this morning at 9:30 in the Empire State Plaza Convention Center. Commissioner Samuel Roberts, of the State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance, will present remarks during the Call to Commemoration portion of the program. The public is invited to attend the free program in celebration of the 88th anniversary of Dr. King’s birth.
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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 1-13-17

by wcdonews Posted on January 13, 2017

State Senator Jim Seward addressed the Sidney Rotary club this afternoon, & discussed the upcoming legislative session. Seward told WCDO News that he would like to see movement quickly on the Constitution Pipeline in order for planned expansion for area businesses to go forward:

(Senator Seward 1-13-17)

The 2017 Legislative session will begin dealing with Governor Cuomo’s aggressive agenda shortly.
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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Town of Oxford man for Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance. The Narcotics Division arrested 24-year-old Travis DeMuth of Oxford following an investigation of the manufacturing and selling methamphetamine in Chenango County. DeMuth was located with the assistance of State Parole; he was arraigned in the Town of Oxford Court and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $30,000 cash bail. The investigation is ongoing and more arrests are expected.
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Governor Cuomo today announced $4.2 million is available to support programs providing training to building operations and maintenance workers on best practices to reduce energy use and energy bills in buildings across the state. The funding will advance the state’s goal to transition to 50 percent renewables by 2030 and reduce energy use in buildings by 23 percent over 1990 levels.
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The Sidney Central School Alumni Association invites the public to an Open House & ribbon Cutting for the New Alumni Room, In Room 102 Of The Sidney Middle School. Alumni Association spokesman Greg Davie explains:

(Greg Davie 1-13-17)

More information about the association is available at sidneyalumni.org.
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The Community Foundation for South Central New York announced a grant opportunity for organizations serving Walton. The Paul and Miriam Mattern Fund is now accepting applications to enrich the cultural life and social well-being of residents of the village and township of Walton, Applicants will now be able to complete and submit their applications to the Community Foundation on-line. “The deadline for this opportunity is March 7th, 2017. Interested organizations should visit our website at www.donorswhocare.org
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Legislation that is now in effect requires local Social Services districts and not-for-profit agencies that receive state funding to inquire as to whether a person who is applying for social services, or any member of his or her family, has served in the United States Military. If so, they would be provided with contract information for the New York State Division of Veterans’ Affairs in order to ensure that the individual is receiving all of the benefits to which he or she is entitled
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State Police are looking for information regarding 46-year-old Paul Schwartfigure of Whitney Point, who was last seen on Tuesday, January 10, 2017, around 4:00 pm. Schwartfigure is known to frequent the village of Whitney Point and is often seen riding a bicycle. He is described as a male, 5’11”, 210 pounds, last seen wearing a black Carhart jacket, blue jeans, black boots, and a winter cap. The bicycle is a dark blue or black huffy older model mountain bike with red on the tires and handgrips. Schwartfigure is also known by the nickname of Bear. Anyone with information on Schwartfigure’s whereabouts is asked to call the New York State Police at (607) 775-1241.
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NY State of Health, the state’s official health plan Marketplace today announced that consumers now have three additional days to enroll in a health plan with coverage starting February 1. The deadline has been extended through 11:59 p.m., January 18. The previous deadline was January 15.
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State Senator Jim Seward will be in Sidney for the weekly meeting of the Rotary Club. Senator Seward will discuss his priorities for the year ahead, as the Rotary Club’s featured speaker today. Sidney Rotary meets at 12:00 Noon at St Luke’s Lutheran Church; 139 West Main Street;
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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 1-12-17

by wcdonews Posted on January 12, 2017

State Police reported that 14-year-old Gabriella Broad of Kirkwood has been located, and has returned to her family home, in good health. Broad was reported missing after being dropped off at the Oakdale Mall in Johnson City on January 7th.
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Oneonta Police arrested 43-year-old Kristopher Surdis at the Woodburne correctional facility for allegedly sending a suspicious powder to Oneonta Police in March of last year. The investigation began when a Police department employee opened an envelop with white powder, that turned out to be harmless. Surdis faces charges with placing a false bomb or hazardous substance and aggravated harassment.
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The Binghamton Rumble Ponies are getting ready for their inaugural season with the new team name, they will be holding a talent contest later this month for on field activities between innings. Team Spokesman Ed Saunders explains:

(Ed Saunders 1-12-17)

Saunders also said that construction is underway at Nyseg Stadium, for a 2.5 million dollar renovation, which includes a new party deck, as well as underground facilities for the players for training purposes. The season gets underway in April.
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Otsego County Office for the Aging is seeking nominations of county residents 60 or older who deserve recognition for the volunteering efforts. Nominations will be accepted through January 30th, more information is available at 547-4232 or 432-9041.
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Starting next month, appointments can be made by Chenango County Residents to get free tax preparation by the Volunteer Income tax Assistance at Cornell Cooperative extension in Norwich. Residents over 60, or those who meet certain income requirements are eligible. More information is available at 334-5841, extension 1 or 337-1770.
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After delivering his final regional State of the State in Albany, Governor Cuomo was on a state police helicopter traveling to New York City, at around 4:00 PM Wednesday. When the helicopter became filled with fumes & smelled like smoke, the pilot made an emergency landing at Stewart Airport. The Governor, 2 aides, security detail and the pilot were on board, No one was injured and the cause of the problems was being investigated and repaired.
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Governor Cuomo announced a 10-point proposal to advance strong ethics and good government reforms to rebuild the public’s trust and restore confidence in New York’s elected representatives. The reforms include a constitutional amendment limiting outside income and creating a full-time legislature; term limits for elected officials; campaign finance reforms; Subjecting local elected officials to financial disclosure requirements; creating new Inspectors General for the Port Authority and the State Education Department.
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