WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-1-25

by wcdonews Posted on July 1, 2025

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-1-25

Volunteers are needed for this year’s Gus Macker Basketball tournament in Norwich July 12th & 13th, organizer Tom Revoir explains:

(Tom Revoir 7-1-25)

Those interested in Volunteering can call the Norwich YMCA at 607-336-9622, or stop in to sign up in Downtown Norwich.

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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli’s Office of Unclaimed Funds reminds New Yorkers to check to see if the state has any of their money, from utility deposits, trust funds, old bank accounts, uncashed checks or unused gift cards. In January, the Office began mailing checks for newly reported accounts of $250 or less to eligible individuals, plus staff members from the State Comptroller’s office attend community events across the state to provide assistance with the search process. New Yorkers can also call 1-800-221-9311 or go to osc.ny.gov/unclaimed-funds.

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Chenango Memorial Hospital announced that area students will have an opportunity to explore careers in healthcare through their “Career Days camp”, The program is a two-day, hands-on career exploration program for students entering grades 8 through 12. This year’s Career Days camp will take place Thursday, August 14 and Friday, August 15. The program is free of charge, but space is limited. Interested students must submit an application and a short essay by Friday, July 18 to be considered. For more information or to request an application, call (607) 337-4151.

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NYSEG has filed a proposal with the state that could increase rates for customers, as the company claims that they are working to replace again infrastructure. The “Powering New York,” proposal will be reviewed by the state Department of Public Services. Also, Governor Hochul is demanding the Department of Public Service scrutinize the proposed rate hikes following complaints from consumers regarding escalating rates again this year.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-1-25

43 year old Jamie Viviano of Binghamton, was sentenced in Broome County Court last week to 6 years in State prison, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision for 2nd degree Burglary, he also received an additional sentence of 2 1/3 to 7 years in state prison on a separate charge of 3rd degree Burglary, The charges are from 2 incidents, Last August, Viviano stole coins from a washing machine dispenser, he returned in December & stole quarters from the same dispenser, however, Viviano brandished a knife and threatened a worker, escalating the severity of the offense and subsequent penalty.

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Another American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held today in Cooperstown from 12 pm. – 5 pm., Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, PO Box 850, Schedule appointments at the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 6-30-25

by wcdonews Posted on June 30, 2025

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-30-25

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced Lactalis USA will invest more than $75 million to upgrade both its Walton and Buffalo facilities, enabling them to expand capacity and gain efficiencies. The projects in Delaware and Erie counties include the purchase of new equipment and upgrades that will allow the dairy manufacturer to retain more than 800 full time jobs and create more than 50 new jobs. The Walton plant produces Breakstone’s Sour Cream and Cottage Cheese. It will undergo a $15 million modernization, focusing on automating and expanding the cottage cheese and sour cream production lines, enhancing efficiency, capacity, and sustainability.

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WCDO Sports Director Nate Lull handed out Scholarship to deserving area Seniors, from the money raised by his fundraising golf tournaments & other fundraisers over the last year, he announced who won on WCDO this morning:

(Nate Lull 6-30-25)

Lull has a few more spots for teams for his Golf Tournament Sunday at Ouleout Creek Golf Course in Franklin, to sign up go to natelull.com and click on the Golf Tournament tab, the money raised will go to scholarship winners in 2026.

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Chenango County Office of Emergency Services announced today an Immediate Bridge Closure at County Road 32 between County Road 33 and Dan Main Road in the Town of Norwich, over Johnson Creek, The bridge will be closed until further notice, it needs repairs following recent storm damage, there will be no on-site detour. More information is available at 607-337-1710.

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Work is continuing to improve the Sidney Village Water supply, which will be coming from new wells when the project is complete, Sidney Mayor Ray Baker explains:

(Ray Baker 6-30-25)

The old water supply needed to be changed with the issue of manganese in the old supply, which was problematic for residents toilets, water heaters and faucets over time.

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Binghamton Rumble Ponies announced that RHP Jonah Tong and OF Carson Benge have been selected to participate in the 2025 All Star Futures Game on Saturday, July 12 at Truist Park in Atlanta. Tong is the New York Mets #4 prospect, Benge is the Mets #3 prospect, who was promoted to Binghamton on June 23.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-30-25

Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 33 year old Tyler Clark of Unadilla for Criminal Contempt, Harassment, Criminal Mischief & Trespassing following an investigation into a complaint in the Town of Unadilla. Clark is accused of entering the victim’s property, in violation of a valid order of protection, and intentionally caused damage to the Victim’s vehicle, he was subsequently arrested and held at the Otsego County Jail to await arraignment.

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An American Red Cross blood drive will be held at FoxCare Center in Oneonta from 12:00 to 5:00 PM, Appointments can be made at 1-800 REDCROSS, redcrossblood.org or with the Red Cross Blood Donor App.

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Assemblyman Joseph Angelino & State Senator Peter Oberacker and local officials honored Bronze Star Medal for Valor recipient SP4 Herman Anders Jr. by unveiling the highway that will bear his name. Specialist Anders took part in Operation Junction City and was a decorated soldier, earning honors such as the Bronze Star, Purple Heart and National Defense. The dedication was held this morning at State Route 79 Chenango River Bridge connecting Greene and Fenton.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 6-27-25

by wcdonews Posted on June 27, 2025

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-27-25

The Village of Sidney has 2 potential developments regarding a retail establishment and new housing, Sidney Code Enforcement Officer Jamie Cole told WCDO News first about the retail proposal:

(Jamie Cole 6-27-25)

Cole also said that plans are going forward with the proposed Clover Lane House development:

(Jamie Cole 2)

Cole & Sidney Mayor Ray Baker also told WCDO News that about 50 people are currently working for “Stiiizy” a cannabis manufacturing company in the former Acco plant, another un-named company still has plans to use one part of that facility for storage purposes, the building was sold to a San Diego Real Estate developer earlier this year.

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Patrick Proefriedt of the town of Colesville was sentenced today in Broome County Court to 25 year to life in jail for 2nd degree murder. Proefriedt was arrested following the 2023 incident where he shot his newborn baby Eleanor with a crossbow and injured his wife, he pleaded guilty in March to the murder charge,

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Norwich City Officials announced that Mitchell Street to Silver Street is closed to local traffic for the next couple of weeks due to NYSEG gas line replacement work. All businesses in this district will remain open and access to them will be available throughout the project.

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The FBI has announced the indictment of 63 year old Henry Garcia of Vero Beach Florida for “Sending a potentially hazardous material” charge, by mailing a letter last year to the New York Attorney General’s Office in Albany, containing what was believed to be a biological weapon. The suspicious white powder was not a hazardous substance, the charge filed against Garcia carries a maximum term of five years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-27-25

Graduations continue for area school districts this weekend. Gilbertsville Mount Upton Seniors graduate this morning at 9:00 AM, Tonight, Milford seniors graduate at 6:00 PM, Afton, Deposit, Edmeston, Hancock, Laurens, Franklin, Windsor, Otselic Valley, Morris, Schenevus & Norwich will hold Commencement exercises at 7:00 PM, Charlotte Valley begins at 7:30PM. Saturday Morning Commencement exercises will begin at 9:)) Am for Harpursvile , followed by Sidney, Greene, & Walton at 10:00 AM, Oxford Academy at 11:00 AM South Kortright at 1:00 PM & Bainbridge Guilford at 7:00 PM.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 28 year old Kathleen Brown of Plymouth for Burglary & 3rd degree Grand Larceny, after receiving a larceny complaint of a vehicle. Brown is accused of taking a vehicle from a residence in the Town of Norwich without the owner’s permission, she was located with the vehicle, by the City of Norwich Police Department & was taken into custody and released on an appearance ticket to appear in the Town of Norwich Court at a later date.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 53 year old Nancy Losee of Norwich for 4th Degree Grand larceny for allegedly stealing Merchandise for a Norwich business she was processed and released on an appearance ticket to appear in the Town of Norwich Court at a later date.

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21st District North Country Congresswoman Elise Stefanik plans to run for New York Governor next year, Hudson Valley Congressman Mike Lawler is also expected to announce a bid for Governor this week & possibly force Stefanik into a primary. Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul is expected to seek re-election next year.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive is scheduled in Oneonta today from 11:30 am. – 4:30 pm., at the Oneonta Elks Lodge 1312, 86 Chestnut St, Schedule appointments at the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 6-26-25

by wcdonews Posted on June 26, 2025

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 6-26-26

The Delaware County Fair will have several new attractions this year in August at the Fairgrounds in Walton, according to Fair President Jason Craig:

(Jason Craig 6-26-25)

The Delaware County Fair runs from August 11th to the 16th this year.

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Farmers in Chenango County who suffered damage from Sunday’s Severe Thunderstorms are reminded to take pictures of the damage, for submission to the Chenango County Farm Service Agency. Additional information is available by calling 607-334-3231 extension 2 or by going to fsa.usda.gov/disaster.

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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand held a virtual press conference to highlight the catastrophic impact President Trump’s so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” would have on New York’s children and families:

(Gillibrand 6-26-25)

Gillibrand also said that the Senate version of the bill has no special does not exempt single parent families from the work requirements; red tape could force thousands of kids to go hungry when their parents lose access to benefits.

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Broome County officials announced that applications for the new Tiny Homes for veterans are officially open. The homes will be located at 530 State Street in Binghamton, Applications can be found at BroomeCountyNY.gov.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 6-26-25

The Chenango County Historical Society’s Summer Barn Party will be held today at their site at 43 Rexford Street in Norwich, according to Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin:

(Jessica Moquin 6-26-25)

Music will be performed by Eddie & Bird Dog, catering by the Canasawacta Country Club and Cottage Bakery. The Summer Barn Party is a major fundraiser for Chenango County Historical Society.

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The 2nd season of concerts at Gilbertsville’s Dunderberg Gallery begins today, with the 1st concert focusing on “Banned Composers Throughout History”, according to concert series organizer Barbara Siesel:

(Barbara Siesel 6-26-25)

Siesel said that Tickets are $20.00 for adults, $15 for Seniors & $10 for kids, the shows begin at 7:00 PM at the Gallery at 118 Marion Avenue in Gilbertsville. Other shows are scheduled for July 11th, July 24th, August 21 and August 24th.

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Delaware County Public Health is continuing with their series of Rabies Vaccination clinics, the next one will be today in Roxbury from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at the Roxbury Highway Garage, more information available at 607-832-5200.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-25-25

by wcdonews Posted on June 25, 2025

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-25-25

Unofficial results were released today regarding Tuesday’s Primary Elections. In the Delaware County Republican Primary for the Treasurer’s race, Carli Pinner defeated Ronda Williams with 56% of the vote, in the Town of Colchester, Robert Hafele will be the Republican candidate for Colchester Town Supervisor, David Rubera win the nomination in the Hancock town Supervisors race, James Ellis wins the nod in the Meredith Town Supervisors race, In the town of Sidney Board race, the nominees will be Frank Selleck & Andrew Hinkley, and for the Walton town board, the nominees will be Luis Rodriguez-Betancourt and Kevin Armstrong. In Chenango County, Ronald Sherman & Joel Lawrence won the Republican Party Nomination for Afton Town Board.

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State Police responded to a 2-vehicle crash on State Route 11 in the town of Kirkwood. Investigators reported that Denise Ellis of Binghamton, was making a left turn when she failed to yield the right of way to a vehicle traveling north on State Route 11, the 2nd vehcile driven by 73 year old Nora Gibson of Pennsylvania, rolled as a result of the collision. Ellis was transported to Wilson Medical Center, her passenger was not injured, Gibson and a 74-year-old occupant were both transported to Wilson Medical Center. Ellis was ticketed, all injuries are believed to be non-life threatening.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a 1 Car Motor Vehicle Accident on County Highway 21 in the Town of Walton, they identified the driver as 75-year-old Erol Tural of Walton, Deputies charged Tural with, DWI and driving with a blood alcohol content of .08% or greater, Moving from a Lane Unsafely, Speed not Reasonable & other charges, Tural was released on appearance tickets and traffic summonses and was directed to appear in the Town of Walton Court at a later date.

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The Deadline for this Year’s Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament in Norwich is Midnight tonight. Interested Teams can go to Macker.com and go to “Norwich” in the drop down menu, this year’s tournament will be held July 12th & 13th.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce Summer Music Series continues tonight, in downtown Sidney, Organizers Terry Heath & Teri Schunk explains:

(Terry Heath-Teri Schunk 6-25-25)

Tonight’s Show was originally scheduled for last Wednesday night, future shows will be on July 16th, & August 20th.

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A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 6-25-25

Tickets will be going on sale soon for the 138th Delaware County Fair in Walton, according to Fair President Jason Craig:

(Jason Craig 6-25-25)

More information about this year’s fair can be found at delawarecountyfair.org.

State Police arrested 32 year old Jason Hubbell of Cooperstown, for 2nd degree Burglary, Criminal Mischief and Resisting Arrest. Troopers were dispatched to a report of a domestic dispute in Roseboom, Hubbell allegedly kicked in the front door of a residence, broke a secondary door then drove his vehicle into the victim’s vehicle before leaving the area. Troopers were able to locate Hubbell in Middlefield where he resisted arrest. Hubbell was ultimately taken into custody and later transported to the Otsego County Jail for Centralized Arraignment.

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State Police arrested 29 year old Daniel Nelson of Bloomville for 2nd degree Assault, after Troopers responded to a residence in Cooperstown for a report of a domestic dispute on June 22. Troopers later learned that the other person was checked out at a local hospital and was treated for broken bones stemming from injuries sustained during the argument, Nelson was arrested and later transported to the Otsego County Jail for Centralized Arraignment.

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Commerce Chenango announced that they will hold an Open House at their new location at 19 East Main Street in Norwich, Today from 4:30 to 6:30 PM, those in attendance will get to see the plans for the Early Learning Center that will be located on the 1st floor of that building.

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A.O. Fox Hospital will be conducting a routine water flow test of its fire sprinkler system today at approximately 6 pm. The test will last 1 to 2 Hours. Residents in the immediate area may notice a temporary drop in water pressure or a slight discoloration of water during and directly following the testing period. The safety of the water will not be compromised during this time. More information is available at 607-431-5405.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 6-24-25

by wcdonews Posted on June 24, 2025

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-24-25

An Endicott man is facing a felony charge after allegedly stealing 27 iPhones from a FedEx facility while working for the company. Last Friday the Broome County Sheriff’s Office Road Patrol responded to a larceny complaint at FedEx Freight East, at Industrial Park Drive in the Town of Kirkwood. Security at the facility advised that someone had been stealing from iPhones since April by sneaking them out of the facility in his coat pocket. After reviewing footage, 22 year old Leon Roberts of Endicott was charged with 3rd degree Grand Larceny. Roberts was arraigned at Central Arraignment Part and released with an appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Kirkwood Court.

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Organizer at the Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament in Norwich announced that the Registration period has been extended

(Tom Revoir 6-24-25)

A large number of teams were still trying to register yesterday, so registration was extended until midnight on Wednesday, June 25th, more information is available at Macker.com, Tournament Dates are July 12th & 13th

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Afton Central School’s Adult Education Program will be offering free G.E.D instruction into the ONC BOCES District, Program Director June White explains:

(JUNE WHITE 6-24-25)

The Programs will be available to adults 21 and over in ONEONTA, FRANKLIN, MILFORD, MORRIS, CHARLOTTE VALLEY, COOPERSTOWN among others, more information is available by calling 607-639-2811.

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Catholic Charities of Sidney will hold their Roll The Dice LCR fundraising tournament on July 10th in Sidney, Spokesperson Penny McKnight explains:

(Penny McKnight 6-24-25)

The event will be held on July 10th from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Community Cultural Center in Sidney, more information is available at 607-604-4071.

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A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 6-24-25

Today is Primary Day in New York State, The Chenango County Republican Party Primary Elections will be held in the towns of Afton, Plymouth, Smithville and Smyrna. Sample ballots can be viewed at chenangocountyny.gov; or by calling the Chenango County Board of Elections at 607-337-1760. In Delaware County: Republicans will vote for a candidate for County Treasurer between Ronda Williams & Carli Pinner; In the Town of Sidney 4 Republicans are running for 2 seats on the Town Board, between Richard DeCola, Frank Selleck, William Hunt & Andrew Hinkley. Republican primaries are being held for Town Supervisor in Colchester, Hancock, & Meredith, more information is available at the County Board of Elections page at co.delaware.ny.us. There are no Democratic Party primaries in Chenango or Delaware Counties & there are no primaries in Otsego County this year.

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On Monday Morning, the Colchester Town Police Department, the Downsville Fire Department and Emergency Squad, responded to a reported motorcycle accident on State Highway 30 & Delaware County Highway 7. The operator of the motorcycle, a 42-year-old female, left the roadway and struck a ditch, she was ejected, sustained serious injuries and was transported by LifeNet of New York to Albany Medical Center for advanced medical care.

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State Police today announced that Troopers issued 27,208 total traffic tickets during the special “Speed Week” traffic enforcement campaign, from June 9th to June 15th. Troopers issued 12,703 tickets for speeding and 1,184 total tickets for Move Over Law violations. Locally, Troop C issued over 2300 tickets, including over 1400 tickets for speeding and 184 for violating the “Move Over” Law.

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Amphenol of Sidney is celebrating 100 years in operation in the village of Sidney, with an Open House on Saturday July 19th, with a host of activities & exhibits at the Delaware Avenue facility. WCDO News interviewed Chris Cappello, who is helping to organize the event & wrote a book on the company’s rich history in Sidney, that interview will be aired in its entirety following the 6:00 PM News tonight on WCDO.

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2 American Red Cross Blood Drives are being held today, 1 in Delhi from 12:30 pm. – 5:30 pm., at the Delhi United Ministry, another in  Sidney from 1 pm. – 6 pm., at the Sidney Elks Lodge, Appointments can be made with American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 6-23-25

by wcdonews Posted on June 23, 2025

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-23-25

Tuesday is Primary Day in New York State, The Chenango County Republican Party Primary Elections will be held in the towns of Afton, Plymouth, Smithville and Smyrna. Sample ballots can be viewed at chenangocountyny.gov; or by calling the Chenango County Board of Elections at 607-337-1760. In Delaware County: Republicans will vote for a candidate for County Treasurer between Ronda Williams & Carli Pinner; In the Town of Sidney, 4 Republicans are running for 2 seats on the Town Board, between Richard DeCola, Frank Selleck, William Hunt & Andrew Hinkley. in the town of Colchester, 2 republicans are seeking the nomination for town supervisor between Robert Hafele and Arthur Merrill, in Hancock, Jerry Vernold & David Rubera are seeking the nomination for Town Supervisor, in the town of Meredith James Ellis and Richard Pagillo are seeking the nomination for Town Supervisor, More information is available at the County Board of Elections page at co.delaware.ny.us. There are no Democratic Party primaries in Chenango or Delaware Counties & there are no primaries in Otsego County this year.

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Chenango County Office of Emergency Services announced that the Travel Advisory will remain in effect for the next few days, following flash flooding & damaged roads following Sunday’s Storms. Motorists may encounter localized closures, washouts and debris in the roadways, crews are out working to make the repairs as soon as possible, Motorists should be watching for road signs while traveling through work zones where our DPW personnel may be working

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The State Health Department reminds people that there are “Cooling Centers” set up around the state where people can go to get out of the heat, in Norwich, the YMCA is a cooling center, call 607-316-8277, in Delaware County, all Libraries are participating, and in Otsego County, pools are available at the Greater Plains school in Oneonta, the Otego town pool, plus the Wilber Pool and Worcester Pool, plus the SUNY Oneonta A.J. Read Science Discovery Center & The Family Service Association on Chestnut Street.

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The Delaware Valley Humane Society is looking for donations of various supplies for the shelter & their animals, Director Erin Insinga explains:

(Erin Insinga 6-23-25)

More information is available by calling 607-563-7780.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-23-25

Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency in 32 New York counties after severe thunderstorms resulted in 3 deaths and thousands of power outages across parts of the state, and due to the forecast of extreme heat expected to last through Wednesday. The National Weather Service has confirmed a tornado touched down early Sunday morning in Clark Mills, 3 people were killed from the Storms, The state of emergency exists in Broome, Chenango, Delaware & Otsego Counties locally.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a stolen rental car, where the victim stated that he had rented an SUV from Enterprise, but it had been stolen by his girlfriend, Christine Turner, who took the vehicle to Rochester and would not be returning the rental. On Friday, the missing SUV was located in Binghamton, patrols attempted a traffic stop, but Turner failed to comply, she eventually stopped & was forcibly removed from the vehicle, and her passenger, Christina Yacalis, were both placed into custody. Turner was charged with Grand Larceny, Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Obstruction of Governmental Administration & Multiple traffic violations, Yacalis was charged with Criminal Possession of Controlled Substances, both were arraigned and were released on appearance tickets returnable to the Town of Maine Court & City of Binghamton Court.

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State Police conducted an Underage Drinking Detail in Chenango County Thursday. All of the businesses checked were in compliance and did not sell alcohol to an underaged operative. Businesses that complied included area Mirabito Quickway stores, Stewarts Shops, Speedways & privately owned liquor stores in Norwich, & Sherburne. During these investigations, businesses are checked utilizing a Trooper in plain clothes and one or several underage operatives who cannot lie about their age or provide a false date of birth.

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The State DEC announced several proposed regulation changes to streamline use and reporting of hunting tags and provide new deer hunting opportunities. First, DEC proposes a process for using electronic carcass tags for deer, bear, and turkey. Second, DEC proposes to provide a replacement regular season deer tag to youth hunters who successfully use that tag during the Youth Big Game Hunt weekend. Finally, DEC also proposes to enhance the Deer Management Assistance Program by extending the permit renewal cycle from 3 years to 5 years, More information is available at the the DEC website.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today in Cooperstown from 11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., Otsego County Office of Emergency Services, 140 County Highway 33W, appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood donor App, at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-REDCROSS.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 6-20-25

by wcdonews Posted on June 20, 2025

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 6-20-25

State Police arrested 37 year old Jason Lagano of Port Crane, for 2nd degree Assault, Criminal Possession of a Weapon and Unlawful Possession of Noxious Matter. On May 8, Troopers were notified that a victim was seeking care at UHS Wilson Medical Center for injuries sustained at a residence in Afton, after being pepper sprayed and struck with an object which caused fractures to both of the victim’s arms. Troopers were not able to immediately locate Lagano and a warrant was issued for his arrest, he was located Thursday by the Broome County Sheriff’s Department and turned over to Troopers, he was processed & was Arraigned & released on his own recognizance, He’s scheduled to appear at Afton Town Court on July 1.

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The Sidney Hometown Day festivities will be held this year at Keith Clark Park in Sidney on the afternoon of Saturday June 21st, Following the 1:00 pm parade from the Sidney High School to Keith Clark Park, Justine Bishop of the Sidney United Way explains:

(Justine Bishop 6-6-25)

The event was brought back this year through the efforts of the Sidney United Way, Sidney Chamber of Commerce & Masonville Connects.

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The Cullman Child Development Center will have the 1st of their summer educational series events this Sunday, with the “Buzz About Honeybees”, Cullman Director Amy Williams explains:

(Amy Williams 6-17-25)

Other Summer educational Events will include the Derby Day & Cullman Classic Car show on July 13th and Agriculture Day on July 27th.

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The 25th annual CHENANGO COUNTY DAIRY DAY, will be held tomorrow from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich. The event will include kids games, face-painting, farm machinery, farm animals & a kiddie tractor pull.

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The West Kortright Center is bringing back ” Kidstock”, with Music, Art and activities for all, this Sunday from 11am til 3pm, with a suggested donation of $25. More information is available at (607) 278-5454

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The Delaware County Historical Association and the 144th New York Reenactment Group will hold a Civil War Re-Enactment Saturday & Sunday at the Association’s grounds at 46549 state Highway 10 in Delhi The weekend will feature two full-scale battle reenactments, Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for active or retired military, and free for children 12 and under. For more information, call 607-746-3849

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