WCDO NEWS MONDAY 4-25-16

by wcdonews Posted on April 25, 2016

Former Town of Tompkins Supervisor & Delaware County Budget Director Perry Shelton has died at the age of 97. Shelton led the fight against the New York City Watershed Regulations from 1991 through 1997, resulting in the Watershed agreement signed by then Governor George Pataki; he also co-founded the Sidney Federal Credit Union. Calling Hours will be held from 2:00-4:00 PM and 6:00-8:00 PM on Wednesday, at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 AM on Thursday, at Sacred Heart Church, 15 Liberty Street in Sidney.
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State Police were dispatched Thursday to the Hancock Central School for a report of a 16 year old former student, displaying a knife and making threats to an 11 year old student. State Police investigated & then arrested the 16 year old unidentified suspect for Menacing & Criminal Possession of a Weapon, he was arraigned at the Village of Hancock Court and released on his own recognizance. An order of protection was issued for the victim.
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Oneonta Police Department arrested 25-year-old Leonard Funderbunk of Buffalo, for allegedly breaking windows of 3 Main Street Businesses. Funderbunk was charged with 3 counts of 3rd degree criminal mischief, he faces court action shortly on the charges.
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Drunk drivers convicted of certain alcohol-related offenses are not always being reported for attempting to operate their vehicles while under the influence or for tampering with the court-ordered ignition interlock device in their vehicles, according to an audit issued today by New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. DiNapoli’s audit examined compliance with state regulations in six counties, including Otsego County. DiNapoli’s auditors found that none of the six counties consistently provided notifications to the courts and district attorneys of operators with negative activity. Auditors also revealed that 66 individuals, who indicated they owned or operated a vehicle, did not comply with program regulations because they either installed the devices late or did not install them at all. County officials did not report 50 of those cases.
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Governor Cuomo today announced $57 million in Weatherization Assistance Program funds that will help cut utility costs for nearly 8,000 low-income families and seniors across the state. The funds are being released to a statewide network of non-profit organizations to conduct energy-efficiency work including but not limited to air sealing, insulation, upgrading heating systems, and diagnostic testing to identify hazards such as carbon monoxide and mold to ensure air quality.

The Department of Environmental Conservation won’t issue a water quality permit for the Constitution Pipeline. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved the pipeline project in 2014 contingent on the state permit, which is required by the federal Clean Water Act. Constitution Pipeline Company officials will appeal the state decision to the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.
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A traffic stop by Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies in the Village of Delhi Thursday, led to the arrest of 52 year old Leland Liddle of Andes, Deputies discovered more than 30 bags of heroin in the vehicle. Liddle was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance with intent to sell, failure to keep right, failing to notify the DMV of an address change & Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Investigators then executed a search warrant and also arrested 31-year-old Sean Dingle of Queens on charges of Criminal Possession and criminal sale of a Controlled Substance, Liddle and the child were observed in a vehicle waiting for Dingle in the Unadilla Fishing Access parking lot.. Liddle was arraigned in the Town of Sidney Court and was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $250,000 cash bail pending further court action.
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The next ReUnite Bainbridge Meeting will be tonight at 7:00 pm at Bob’s Diner. The Agenda for the meeting will be an Update on Block Party, July 23rd, & the 54th Annual General Clinton Canoe Regatta in May.
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A Town of Sherburne resident was arrested by the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office Friday for Menacing, Criminal Mischief, and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Deputies arrested John Bush of Sherburne, following a report of a domestic dispute, where Bush allegedly struck his girlfriend and damaged her property, in the presence of a child. Bush was arraigned and was released on his own recognizance, he will appear in the Town of Sherburne Court at a later date.
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The Otsego County Conservation Association will hold its annual “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” Garage Sale on Saturday, April 30 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM and Sunday, May 1ST from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the Cooperstown Farmers’ Market building at 101 Main Street. The collection dates for the OCCA garage sale will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Thursday, more information is available at 547-4488.
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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 4-22-16

by wcdonews Posted on April 22, 2016

The “Help Tom Help Others” fundraiser will be held at Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta starting at 2:00 PM Saturday, to help Tom Quiter of Mount Upton fulfill his dream of getting a van in order to get out & help others with various disabilities. Tom suffers from Brittle Bone disease & is wheel chair bound, & the Catskill Center for independence, Foothills have teamed up to put on a benefit dinner & show featuring comedians & bands. Perry Goodrich is a family friend & auctioneer helping out with the effort:

(Perry Goodrich 4-22-16)

Tickets for the event purchased at Foothills Box Office, at the Green Toad Bookstore or Music Square in Oneonta or the Tasty Treat in Sidney, or they can be accessed through BrownPaperTickets.com, where there is a link the HelpTomHelpOthers.bpt.me website
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The 11th Annual OH-Fest, a sponsored by Hartwick College and SUNY Oneonta is Saturday, with a carnival on Main Street from 1;00 to 5:00 PM, featuring games, bands, street performers, inflatable rides, arts and craft vendors, food vendors, and more. At Neahwa Park, starting at 6 p.m., there will be a free rap concert.
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More than 500 fire departments across the State have signed up to participate in RecruitNY this weekend. RecruitNY is designed to increase membership in volunteer fire departments; volunteers will conduct tours of their facilities, demonstrate firefighting techniques, & allow visitors to try on turnout gear. To find out which fire department are participating, visit recruitny.org. OR AT WCDORADIO.COM.
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Chenango Health Network’s Every Woman Counts in Chenango County Campaign is hosting a Breast Cancer Awareness Craft Fair with over 15 vendors Sunday at the River Club in Afton from 11:00 to 4:00 PM. The Lourdes “Mission in Motion” mobile mammography van will be on site providing mammograms for insured and uninsured women. Appointments are requested at 798-5723.
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Tri-Town Theatre will feature their production of The Odd Couple directed by Tri Town Theatre’s founder Jack Deuel. Performances are at the Sidney high school auditorium tonight & Saturday Night at 7:00 PM, and Sunday afternoon at 2:00. Tickets are $8 for students and seniors and $10 for regular admission. Pre-sale tickets will be available at the Houndstooth Bakery and Boutique in Sidney.
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The Chenango Arts Council proudly announces the 15th annual Allegro 5K Run for the Arts will take place along the streets of downtown Norwich on Saturday, May 7, 2016. Registration begins at 8:00 am; the race starts at 9:00am at 27 West Main Street, in front of the Chenango Arts Council building. Online registration for the Run is available at www.ChenangoArts.org or by calling 607-336-ARTS.
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The Broome County Sheriff’s department is asking the public to help find a Town of Chenango woman with health issues, who disappeared 2 weeks ago today. 37-year-old Brenda Halpin suffers from Huntington’s disease which is a debilitating disease that affects her ability to walk, she was last seen on April 8th in her home in Chenango Bridge, Anyone with information is urged to call the Broome County Sheriff’s Office at 778-1911.
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The city of Oneonta & Otsego Now will host an informational meeting for area business people, regarding Governor Cuomo’s 6th round of consolidated funding applications. The meeting will be held on may 6th from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the Otsego Now Offices at 189 Min Street Oneonta on the 5th floor.
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The Bainbridge Guilford school district is currently enrolling kindergarten students for the 2016-2017 school year, and screenings will take place on May 16th & 17th. Guilford Elementary School Principal Linda Maynard explains:

(Linda Maynard 4-22-16)

Children turning 5 years old prior to December first can register for Kindergarten, more information is available at 895-6700.
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Governor Cuomo today invited New Yorkers to sign up to volunteer at their favorite state park or historic site as part of the fifth annual “I Love My Park Day” to be held on May 7, 2016 at 110 parks and historic sites across the state. Registration is available at ptny.org/events/i-love-my-park-day.

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RECRUIT NY LOCAL FIRE CO. PARTICIPANTS

by wcdonews Posted on April 22, 2016

Chenango County

Afton Hose Company            15 Spring Street

Afton, NY            (609) 639-1040                     April 23

 

Brisben Fire Department            2716 State Highway12

Oxford, NY            607-656-8130                                 April 23

 

City of Norwich fire            35 East Main Street

Norwich, NY            607-244-5806                                 April 24

 

Greene Fire Department            8 N Canal St

Greene, NY            607-656-9798                                 April 23

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Delaware County

East Meredith Fire Department            6192 County Route # 10

East Meredith, NY      607-278-5444                     April 23

 

Hobart Fire Department            80 Cornell Ave

Hobart, NY            (607) 588-9135                     April 23

 

Stamford Fire department 111 Main Street

Stamford, NY            607-222-4927                                 April 23-24

 

Walton Fire Department            61 West Street

Walton, NY            607-434-1731                                 April 23

 

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Otsego County

 

Cooperstown Fire Department            24 Chestnut Street

Cooperstown, NY      (607) 547-2761            April 23

 

East Worcester Hose Company #1        70 Main Street

East Worcester, NY            1-607-397-8889            April 23

 

Hartwick Co # 2 (Hartwick Seminary)            4877 St Hwy 28

Cooperstown, NY      607-547-8091                     April 23

 

Mount Vision Fire Department            179 Co Hwy 11B

Mount Vision, NY      (607) 433-0997            April 23-24

 

Schenevus / Maryland                                  40 Main Street

Schenevus, NY            607-638-9017                     April 23

 

West Laurens            2766 State Highway 23

West Laurens, NY      607-263-2211                     April 23-24

 

WEST ONEONTA FIRE DEPT            2865 CO.HWY.8

WEST ONEONTA, 607-432-1310             April 23

 

Westford Volunteer Fire Dept.    PO Box 24

Westford, NY              (607) 638-9776            April 23

 

Worcester Fire Dept     36 Church Street

Worcester, NY            607-397-8032                     April 23

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 4-21-16

by wcdonews Posted on April 21, 2016

The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office and Village of Sidney Police Department executed a “no knock” search warrant Wednesday at 104 Spreutels Lane in the Town of Guilford, following an investigation into the sales of cocaine and heroin in Chenango County and the Village of Sidney. Police Detectives located 280 packages of heroin, plus cocaine, digital scales, packaging material, and cash; they arrested Samuel Rivera for 2 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Nuisance, & 2 counts of Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia. Rivera was arraigned in the Town of Norwich Court and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $10,000 cash bail. The investigation is still continuing and more arrests are expected.
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Oneonta Police Department responded to a report of a subject who appeared to be intoxicated while driving a vehicle with a small child Sunday. Police arrested 31 year old Ashley Stanton of Oneonta for Driving while ability impaired by drugs with previous convictions, Aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, Aggravated DWI with a child less than 15 years of age & Endangering the welfare of a child. Stanton is accused of using medications and substances that impaired her ability to operate a motor vehicle, with a suspended license.
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6 individuals will be inducted into the General Clinton Canoe Regatta Hall of Fame this year, during the 54th annual Regatta, The paddlers being inducted are Armond Bassett, Bob Allen, Jim Jordan & Al Rudquist & the “Pit Crew” inductees are Dale Fox & Dean Oliver, both of Bainbridge. Regatta Chairman John Harmon comments:

(John Harmon 4-21-16)

The induction ceremony will be held on Saturday May 28th under the tent in General Clinton Park in Bainbridge.
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Chapter 200 of the Disabled American Veterans is seeking donations for the purchase of their next van to take area veterans to the VA Hospital in Albany, and they are also seeking volunteer drivers to drive their van. Service Officer Ernest Thompson of Chapter 200 explains:

(Ernest Thompson 4-21-16)

Those seeking more information about donating or volunteering can call 764-8134 or log on to DAV.Org.
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Governor Cuomo today announced that the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance stopped more than 239,000 suspicious refund claims during the income tax season. As a result, the Department saved taxpayers $400 million—an increase of 18 percent over the same time period last year. Taxpayers who suspect that an individual or business is committing tax fraud can confidentially report it online or by phone at 518-457-0578.
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The rock group Toto will play at the Chevy Court stage at the Great New York State Fair on Friday, August 26th at 8:00 PM. Toto has had a string of hits in the 70’s through early 90’s, other acts scheduled to appear during the state fair include Bruce Hornsby, Air Supply, Herman’s Hermits, Survivor, The Commodores, Culture Club, & Chicago.
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Spring turkey season opens May 1 in all of upstate counties and the DEC’s 13th annual youth turkey-hunting weekend is this weekend. The youth turkey hunt for junior hunters ages 12-15 is open in all of upstate New York and across Suffolk County. More information about turkey hunting in New York, is available at the DEC’s website at dec.ny.gov.
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Kinder Morgan announced Wednesday that they have decided to stop their Plans to build a natural gas pipeline through the Southern Tier into New England. Officials with the company cited a lack of contracts with gas distribution companies.
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Attorney General Eric Schneiderman received more than one thousand complaints regarding improprieties in the course of the Primary day elections. Schneiderman said that his office has opened an investigation into the voting problems reported by the New York City Board of Elections. Inquiries may also occur in additional areas of the State where voting irregularities appeared unusually high.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-20-16

by wcdonews Posted on April 20, 2016

Amphenol of Sidney has laid off 90 production workers for the 2nd time in 7 months, after a stop-shipment order by the Defense Logistics Agency, Land and Maritime, on connectors made at the Sidney plant. Delaware County Economic Development Director Glen Nealis explains the issue:

(Glen Nealis 4-20-16)

Nealis said that Amphenol is not in danger of falling below employment numbers promised to the state, following agreements made with the state for funding to build the new plant on Delaware Avenue following the devastating floods of 2006 & 2011.
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The “Help Tom Help Others” fundraiser is set for this Saturday in Oneonta to help Tom Quiter of Mount Upton fulfill his dream of helping others suffering from various disabilities, to move on with their lives & Make positive contribution to society. Tom suffers from Brittle Bone disease & is wheel chair bound, & the Catskill Center for independence, Foothills performing arts Center have teamed up toe put on a benefit dinner & show featuring comedians & bands Saturday at Foothills. Perry Goodrich is a family friend & auctioneer helping out with the effort:

(Perry Goodrich 4-20-16)

Quiter told WCDO News that despite his affliction, he wants to get a van in order to help others with disabilities, through the Catskill Center for Independence to live life feeling enabled:

(Tom Quiter 4-20-16)

Tickets for the Fundraising event can be purchased at Foothills Box Office, at the Green Toad Bookstore or Music Square in Oneonta or the Tasty Treat in Sidney, or they can be accessed through BrownPaperTickets.com, where there is a link the HelpTomHelpOthers.bpt.me website
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Fox Hospital in Oneonta has submitted a Certificate of Need to the NYS Department of Health to combine its labor and delivery services to Bassett Medical Center. Fox CEO Jeff Joyner told WCDO News that the number of childbirths at Fox has dropped significantly:

(Jeff Joyner 4-20-16)

The proposed timeline is January 1, 2017 to allow for a sufficient transition period. Prenatal and post pregnancy care, as well as general women’s health services will continue to be available in Oneonta and current maternity patients would still be able to deliver at Fox if they choose to do so. The proposal is part of a larger plan that would also expand orthopedic services at Fox Hospital and focus on a growth strategy designed to sustain Fox Hospital for the long term. The plans are subject to The Department of Health’s approval.
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State Police at Oneonta arrested 36-year-old Megan Holbrook of Laurens for 3rd degree menacing, after troopers were advised of a verbal dispute & death threats that occurred outside near Laurens Central School. An investigation determined that Holbrook told some children to leave the park who were using nerf guns, when the mother of the children returned, Holbrook became enraged & threatened to kill the woman. Holbrook was arraigned in the Town of Laurens Court and was released without bail; she faces court action in Town of Laurens court at a later date.
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The Chenango county health department announces a free rabies clinic for dogs, cats, & ferrets today in Guilford. The clinic will run form 5:30 to 6:30 PM at the Guilford Town Garage at 223 Marble Road.
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The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 2 Village of Deposit residents Tuesday on felony drug possession charges following the execution of a search warrant that led to the seizure of 205 bags of heroin, Xanax tablets and $200 Cash, Investigators charged 45 year old John Coe and 44 year old Debbie Moore, with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance with intent to sell, Coe is expected to face additional charges at a later time relating to the alleged sale of heroin on previous occasions. Coe and Moore were arraigned and were remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $100,000 cash bail pending further court action.
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Red flag fire warnings have been issued in several parts of New York State due to dry conditions and rising temperatures, by the DEC. Residential brush burning is prohibited through May 14th, Currently, Red flag warnings have been issued for the entire Hudson Valley, the Catskill Mountain region, plus New York City and Long Island. A red flag warning is a short-term, temporary warning, indicating the presence of a dangerous combination of temperature, wind, relative humidity, fuel or drought conditions which can contribute to new fires or exacerbate existing fires. Open burning of debris is the largest single cause of spring wildfires in the state.
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The Town of Sidney Zoning board of appeals will conduct a public meeting on Wednesday April 20, 2016. Meeting to be held at 5:30pm at the Sidney Civic Center.
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The Greater Oneonta Economic Development Council will hold their next meeting today. The Meeting will run from 7:00 to 8:15 PM at the Hampton Inn Meeting room on the River Street Service Road.
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The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting today in the District Conference Room, the meeting will begin at 6:00 PM.
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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 4-19-16

by wcdonews Posted on April 19, 2016

State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman reminded voters today that his office has created a Hotline to help troubleshoot and resolve a range of issues and barriers encountered by voters at the polls for the primary today. The Attorney General urges voters experiencing problems or issues at the polls to call the office’s hotline at 800-771-7755 or email civil.rights@ag.ny.gov through 9:00 PM tonight. Locally, polls close at 9:00 PM.
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Local businesses and individuals will be recognized by the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce for their achievements and contributions to life in Delaware County. Awards will be presented at the Chamber’s Annual Award Gala on Friday, May 6, at Centennial Lounge at SUNY Delhi. Sportsfield Specialties of Delhi has been selected as the Chamber’s Business of the Year. This year’s New Business of the Year Award will go to Gravity Ciders of Sidney and their popular line of Awestruck Ciders. The Chamber will also recognize Dr. Candace Vancko, who is retiring as president of SUNY Delhi. Congressman Chris Gibson will be the featured speaker at the event, Tickets are $30 and reservations may be made by calling the Chamber at 746-2281.
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The State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was unchanged at 4.8% in March. Locally, unemployment was at 5.7% in Chenango County, 6% in Delaware County & 5.1% in Otsego County, according to statistics released today by the State Department of Labor.
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The Unadilla Valley Central School District saved more than $300,000 in special education costs over a two-year period, according to an audit issued today by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. After the DCMO BOCES discontinued 2 special education service classes housed in Unadilla Valley schools, the district began operating these classes to provide special education services using district staff, the district implemented a third special education class, started accepting students from outside the district, and expanded its special education programs to include related services such as occupational and speech therapies. The audit can be accessed at osc.state.ny.us.
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The Otsego County Conservation Association will hold its annual “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” Garage Sale on Saturday, April 30 from 9 AM to 3:00 PM and Sunday, May 1 from 10 AM to 2 PM in the Cooperstown Farmers’ Market building at 101 Main Street (in Pioneer Alley), Cooperstown. The official collection dates for the OCCA garage sale will be April 25-28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. more information is available at 547-4488.
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The Oneonta Common Council will hold their next regular meeting this evening at City Hall. The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM in the Common Council chambers on the 2nd floor, and it is open to the public.
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Today is primary day in New York State. Republicans are choosing between Donald Trump, Ted Cruz & John Kasich, Democrats are choosing between Bernie Sanders & Hillary Clinton. Polls are open from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
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The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce will have its next regular meeting today at Green’s Long River Inn, on State Route 357. The meeting will begin at 8:15 AM. All members and directors are urged to attend.
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The next Commerce Chenango Business After Hours event will be held today. The program will be hosted by Chenango Arts Council at 27 West Main Street, Norwich, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.
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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 4-18-16

by wcdonews Posted on April 18, 2016

The Otsego County Fair will have a concert on Friday night at the fairgrounds in Morris in August 5th. Fair Spokesperson Lisa Jones explains:

(Lisa Jones 4-18-16)

Jones said that the complete fair information will be posted on the refurbished website, which will be up & running May 1st.
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The Binghamton Senators Announced today that head coach Luke Richardson will not return next season after coming to a mutual agreement with the organization to vacate the position to pursue a new opportunity. Richardson led the B-Sens to two playoff appearances in four seasons behind the bench.

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Governor Cuomo today launched the “No Empty Chair” teen driving safety education and enforcement campaign to raise awareness of highway dangers during prom and graduation season. State and local law enforcement will participate in the week-long, multi-agency campaign starting today through this Friday. The campaign will target specific infractions throughout the week, including Speeding in school zones, Seatbelts and child restraints, Cell phone use and texting, school bus safety & Underage drinking and impaired driving.
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State Police arrested 28 year old Bryon Hoblin of Afton for 3rd degree Assault & endangering the welfare of a child. Troopers responded to a Chenango County 911 report of a father and son physical dispute at Algerine Street in the Town of Afton, Hoblin allegedly punched his father in the face and knocked him out, while a child was watching. Hoblin was arraigned in the Town of Afton Court, where he pled guilty and was sentenced to 6 months at the Chenango County jail.
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Broome County Sheriff David Harder reminded the area public today that they are still looking for Brenda Halpin of the town of Chenango. Halpin is a 37 year old white female, only 5 foot tall & weighing about 90-95 pounds. She was last seen wearing pajamas and may have on a black coat and sneakers. She has long brown straight hair and wears glasses. Brenda suffers from Huntington’s disease which affects her physical abilities including walking normally. Halpin was last seen at her residence on Poplar Hill Road in Chenango Bridge on Friday, April 8th, Anyone with any information is urged to call the Broome County Sheriff’s Office at 778-1911.
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36 Year old Rafael Figueroa of Margaretville was sentenced in Delaware County Court to 9 years of in prison he was arrested in December of 2014 by the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office for 3 counts of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance, following a year and a half long investigation, for trafficking of cocaine. Figueroa was found guilty of all charges, & was sentenced to 3 consecutive 3-year prison sentences, post release Parole & he was also ordered to pay $525 restitution.
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The Johnson City Police Department invites the community to pay tribute to fallen Officer David Smith by donating blood at a special blood drive in his memory today. Smith was killed in the line of duty 2 years ago while responding to a 911 call. The Blood Drive is today from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, at 308 Main Street, Johnson City, to make an appointment to download the Blood Donor App, call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org.
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State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced that his office has created a Hotline to help resolve a range of issues encountered by voters at the polls for the primary on Tuesday. Voters experiencing problems can call the office’s hotline at 800-771-7755 or email civil.rights@ag.ny.gov at any time between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m.
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Commerce Chenango will hold a Legislative Luncheon with Senator Fred Akshar today, at Fred’s Inn, on State Route 12 Norwich. Registration is from 12:00 to 12:30, The Lunch and Program runs from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 4-15-16

by wcdonews Posted on April 15, 2016

Oneonta Police, State Police BCI, State University Police at Oneonta and the Delaware County Sheriff’s Department with K9 Ozzie, served a search warrant at 9-11 Elm Street in Oneonta Thursday. Police seized marijuana, prescription medication and $4,000 cash, they arrested 21 year old Glen Carey, from Malverne, 21 year old Gregory Garcia of Franklin Square, 21 year old Nicholas Monaco of Nyack for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. the 3 are accused of possessing Xanax Pills, Marijuana, counterfeit $50 bills, they were being held pending arraignment in the City of Oneonta Court.
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Former President Bill Clinton will speak at Binghamton University on Saturday night at a rally for his wife Hillary Clinton. The event will begin Saturday at 7:15 PM at the West Gym on the BU campus. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. those interested in attending must RSVP at hillaryclinton.com/events.
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The General Clinton Canoe Regatta will be held over the Memorial Day Weekend in May again this year, with paddlers coming from all over the participate. Regatta Chairman John Harmon told WCDO News that there are a few new features this year:

(John Harmon 4-15-16)

Harmon said there will be plenty of action at General Clinton Park over all 4 days of the weekend, including the Midway, the Dundee Ales & Lagers music festival on Sunday & the 70 mile endurance races on Monday from Cooperstown to Bainbridge.
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Tonight is Opening night for the Out Of The Woodwork Players Ambitious production of “Funny Little Thing Called Love” Local Theater veteran Rich Cooley told WCDO News about the project:

(Rich Cooley 4-15-16)

Tickets are still available at Cooley Jewelers at 77 Main street in Sidney today, or at the door prior to each performance at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater, performances will be tonight & Saturday night at 7:00 PM & Sunday Afternoon at 2:00 PM. More information is available at 563-1311.
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The Unadilla Chamber will have their Annual Dinner on Sunday, at the Unadilla United Methodist Church. the Annual Dinner social hour begins at 4:30 pm and dinner at 5:00 PM. The chamber will honor Wakeman Construction as The Business of the Year and Commitment to Community award will go to the Unadilla Food Pantry.
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Chenango River Theatre will host its 9th Annual Big Cash Raffle from 6:00 to 9:00 pm on Saturday, at the Genegantslet Golf Club. $9,550 in cash prizes will be awarded to the 7 lucky ticket holders with winning numbers – only 250 tickets will be sold. The Big Cash winner will take home $7,500 stuffed in a big jar. More information is available at chenangorivertheatre.org, or at 656-8778.
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The Delaware County Home and Garden Show will be held on Saturday, May 14, at the American Legion Hall in Delhi. This annual event is hosted by the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce and sponsors include Curtis Lumber, NBT-Mang Insurance, and Delaware County Economic Development. Exhibitor space is $100 for Chamber members and $150 for not-yet members. Contact the Chamber at 607-746-2281 or email RPucci@DelawareCounty.org for registration information.
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The annual Big Wheels Golf Tournament, held at the Delhi College Golf Course, will take place on Friday, May 13, 2016, according to the Big Wheels tournament committee. The event serves as a primary fundraiser for programs and services which provide assistance to Delaware County senior citizens. The entry fee this year will be $60, which will be all inclusive, covering greens fees for 18 holes of golf, cart use, guaranteed prizes and a post tournament dinner. Applications for the tournament can be obtained by contacting the Delaware County Office for the Aging at 832-5750.

State Senator Jim Seward disclosed that he was diagnosed with bladder cancer earlier this year at Bassett Healthcare in Cooperstown. Seward successfully underwent surgery on Wednesday at Albany Medical Center, the cancer was found in its earliest stages, is completely curable, and a complete recovery in anticipated. Seward will miss some senate activities, but is expected to be back up to full speed in a matter of weeks; his staff will keep full office hours & assist constituents as needed.
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Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced a lawsuit against CDPHP, for unlawfully restricting coverage of treatment for chronic Hepatitis C infection, The lawsuit alleges that CDPHP denied coverage for such treatment unless the member demonstrated advanced symptoms of the disease, such as moderate to severe liver scarring.
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Governor Cuomo signed legislation authorizing competitive mixed martial arts in New York State. the Ultimate Fighting Championship announced that it will host a major Pay-Per-View event at Madison Square Garden on Saturday, November 12th. The UFC will be adding another live event in Upstate New York before the end of the year.
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I-88 Speedway in Afton opens their racing season tonight. Track Spokesman Jamie Page said that there are many new features this year:

(Jamie Paige 4-15-16)

The racing season will run until the first week in October at I-88 Speedway at the Afton Fairgrounds.
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The Binghamton Senators host the Hershey Bears tonight at 7:05 for the final home game of the 2015-16 season. Friday will be Fan Appreciation Night at the B-Sens with the first 3,000 fans through the door receiving a new team poster. Prizes and seat giveaways will go on throughout the game; Fans can purchase tickets at the B-Sens Executive Office, at the Arena Box Office, or by Ticketmaster at ticketmaster.com or 1-800-745-3000.
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