WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 5-29-25

by wcdonews Posted on May 29, 2025

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-29-25

The State DEC announced that more than $3 million was awarded to 45 not-for-profit land trusts across the state, through the Conservation Partnership Program, which will support 61 projects designed to support land trusts for the prevention of farmland Conversion, Water Quality and conserve open space. Locally, $98,000 will go to the Otsego Land Trust: for Professional Development, they also will receive a Transaction Grant for $22,000, the Chenango Greenway Conservancy will receive a Capacity Grant, for $18,750

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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, on Wednesday June 25th 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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The Jericho Arts Council will present the George Lesh Memorial Concert Sunday afternoon at 2:00 PM at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre. The concert features the The B-G Fretted String Ensemble in Association with the Classical Guitar Society of Upstate New York, Ticket Reservations are available by calling (607) 288-3882

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Former Area Congressman Chris Gibson has written his 3rd book, entitled “The Spirit of Philadelphia: A Call to Recover the Founding Principles”, he told WCDO News what he has been up to since leaving Congress in 2017 & about his book published last week:

(Chris Gibson 5-29-25)

In Addition to the book, Gibson was appointed to President of Siena College from 2020 to 2023, the same college that he graduated from years ago. Gibson said that the new book which explores the deeper philosophical foundations of America’s success—common sense realism, self-governance, and the balance of rights and responsibilities, and how a renewal of those principles can guide us through today’s political division, civic apathy, and institutional dysfunction.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 5-29-25

The Chenango County Historical Society & the Chenango County Historian’s Office are collaborating on “An America250 Conversation.” and they will be seeking public input on how the County should celebrate America’s 250th anniversary next year, Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin explains:

(Jessica Moquin 5-29-25)

The next community dialogue will take place from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on May 29 at the SUNY Morrisville Norwich Campus at 20 Conkey Ave. Registration is encouraged by emailing “info@chenangohistorical.org”.

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Otsego County, in partnership with the Mohawk Valley Economic Development District and Vernonburg Group, will host a public kickoff meeting Today to launch the Broadband Technical Assistance Project, funded by the USDA Rural Utilities Service. The event will be held from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at the Meadows Office Complex 140 County Highway 33W, Cooperstown,

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Commerce Chenango will host its annual awards Gala on Thursday evening, June 12 at the Genegantslet Golf Course in Greene. The event begins with networking at 5:30 pm, with dinner and the awards presentation at 6:30 pm.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-28-25

by wcdonews Posted on May 28, 2025

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-28-25

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office arrested 46 year old Wesley Wyckoff of Susquehanna Pennsylvania for 2 counts of Burglary, plus Criminal Mischief, Possession of burglar Tools and Criminal possession of a controlled Substance. Early Tuesday morning, deputies responded to report of a burglary on Colesville Road in the Town of Kirkwood. Upon arrival, they found a man, later identified as the property owner, standing near a pickup truck and pointing a handgun at another man, who was dressed in dark clothing and wearing what appeared to be a mask. Both the property owner and the other man complied with verbal commands from law enforcement, they determined that the property owner discovered a masked man, confronted him & pointed his legally registered handgun at him and called 911. Multiple buildings and a vehicle were damaged and broken into, Wyckoff possessed a screwdriver, pliers and methamphetamine. Wyckoff faces court action shortly.

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The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Nelson Lopez who is wanted on a Delaware County Family Court Warrant. Anyone with information should contact the Sheriff’s Office at (607) 832-5555 or “Submit a Tip” through the Sheriff’s APP.

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30 year old Joseph Osei of Canada was convicted in US District Court for 4 counts of mail fraud, 1 count of access device fraud, and 2 counts of aggravated identity theft for fraudulently obtaining COVID-19 pandemic-related unemployment insurance benefits from New York State using stolen identities. Jurors deliberated for less than 2 hours before returning a guilty verdict on all counts, from August through November 2020, Osei fraudulently obtained unemployment insurance benefits from the State Department of Labor worth more than $100,000, he also defrauded agencies in California, Rhode Island, and Arizona using stolen identities. Sentencing is scheduled for September 23rd, the mail fraud convictions carry a maximum term of 20 years in prison, a fine of up to $250,000, and a term of supervised release of up to 3 years. The access device fraud conviction carries a maximum term of imprisonment of up to 15 years.

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Governor Hochul announced the launch of I LOVE NY’s new summer tourism and travel campaign, to promote visitation to the State’s 11 diverse vacation regions. Tourism & Agriculture remain as the State’s top 2 industries, more information is available at iloveny.com/summer.

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The Sidney Rotary Club announced that they will hold their 4th annual Golf Tournament on June 12th at the Sidney Golf & Country Club. More information is available by emailing to Office@sidneyunitedway.org.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-28-25

The State Department of Transportation announced that Phase I Detours will begin for the Roundabout Project in the City of Oneonta, on Monday, June 2nd and will be continuing for approximately 3 months, weather permitting. Access to the intersection will only be available from Lettis Highway northbound to Main Street eastbound and from Main Street eastbound to Lettis Highway southbound. Motorists are urged to follow separate signed detours for cars and trucks. Passenger vehicles traveling on Main Street will be detoured onto Otsego Street, Fair Street and Grand Street around the construction. Find full detour maps at the Oneonta Roundabout project website. dot.ny.gov/oneontaroundabout

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office announced that of 51-year-old Eric Dellafiora of North Blenheim, has been arrested on an Arrest Warrant issued out of Schoharie County for failing to appear on charges of Traffic Offenses, Fleeing an Officer, Weapons Offenses, and Obstruction Charges. On Sunday, a Deputy noticed a suspicious vehicle and person at a business that was closed within the Town of Harpersfield, Dellafiora was discovered to have an Arrest Warrant stemming from Schoharie County & was turned over to Schoharie County Sheriff’s Deputies to be processed on the Arrest Warrant.

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WCDO NEWS 2025 GENERAL CLINTON CANOE REGATTA

by wcdonews Posted on May 27, 2025

OVER 800 PADDLERS FROM 21 U.S. STATES, 4 CANADIAN PROVINCES AND THE COUNTRY OF BELIZE PARTICIPATED IN THE 63RD RUNNING OF THE GENERAL CLINTON CANOE REGATTA OVER MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND. THERE WERE 17 DIFFERENT CLASSES IN SUNDAY’S 70 MILE ENDURANCE RACES FROM COOPERSTOWN TO BAINBRIDGE, INCLUDING THE COVETED TWO PERSON PRO RACE… THIS YEAR’S WINNING TEAM WAS MICHAEL DAVIS OF MICHIGAN AND GUILLAUME BLAZE FROM QUEBEC. THE PAIR SPOKE WITH WCDO’S CRAIG STEVENS AFTER THE RACE…

(DAVIS-BLAZE 2025)

BLAZE HAS 3 PRO RACE WINS IN 2014, 2016 AND 2017. DAVIS WON THE CLINTON IN 2023 WITH CANADIAN STEVE LAJOIE.

IN THE 70 MILE MEN’S NYMCRA STOCK RACE, WCDO’S NATE LULL AND PARTNER BRETT SHERWOOD FROM MORRIS TOOK TOP HONORS BEATING 10 OTHER TEAMS. THEY COMMENTED ON THE RACE AND PADDLING TOGETHER…

(LULL-SHERWOOD 2025-E CLASS)

THE PAIR BEAT THE 2ND PLACE TEAM BY NEARLY 20 MINUTES.

THIS YEAR 4 PEOPLE WERE INDUCTED INTO THE REGATTA HALL OF FAME INCLUDING DALE PERSONS FROM NEW BERLIN, JIM GOOCHEE FROM PENNSYLVANIA, JOHN LEWIS FROM BAINBRIDGE AND BILLY GRIMES FROM GILBERTSVILLE.

LAST YEAR’S WINNERS, WES DEAN FROM MICHIGAN AND LOGAN MINER FROM TEXAS FINISHED IN 2ND PLACE, JUST ONE MINUTE AND 11 SECONDS BEHIND THE WINNERS. IN HIS INTERVIEW WITH WCDO, DEAN SAID IT WAS A TOUGH LOSS…

(DEAN-MINER 2025)

BLAZE NOW HAS 4 REGATTA WINS UNDER HIS BELT AND THIS IS DAVIS’ 2ND CLINTON VICTORY. LOCAL PADDLER RYAN ZAVERAL AND HIS PARTNER,DANE TRUDGEON FROM MICHIGAN FINISHED 5TH IN THE 59 BOAT PRO CLASS

LONGTIME PADDLER, AL SHAVER JR. FROM MERIDALE PADDLED WITH HIS 26 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER MEGAN IN HER FIRST CLINTON RACE. THEY TOOK FIRST PLACE HONORS IN THE AMATUER MIXED CLASS AND CHATTED WITH WCDO AFTER THE RACE….

(SHAVERS 2025)

THE FATHER-DAUGHTER TEAM FINISHED THE 70 MILE COURSE IN 8 HOURS, 19 MINUTES AND 45 SECONDS.

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HIGH WATER LEVELS AND CHILLY TEMPERATURES MADE FOR FAST TIMES AT THIS YEAR’S GENERAL CLINTON CANOE REGATTA AS OVER 800 CANOE RACERS PADDLED ON THE SUSQUEHANNA RIVER. PADDLERS FROM 21 U.S. STATES, 4 CANADIAN PROVINCES AND THE COUNTRY OF BELIZE DESCENDED ON BAINBRIDGE TO PARTCIPATE IN THE 63RD RUNNING OF THE EVENT. THE 70 MILE ENDURANCE RACES WERE HELD ON SUNDAY AND FEATURED 17 DIFFERENT CLASSES. IN THE 4 PERSON PRO RACE, TEAM “ZRE” CONSISTING OF BOB ZAVERAL, JOHN YOUNG, BRENT LYSICK, AND ERIC WERNER FINISHED IN SECOND PLACE. WCDO’S CRAIG STEVENS SPOKE WITH THEM ABOUT THIS YEAR’S RACE…

(TEAM ZRE 2025-4 PERSON PRO)

TEAM ‘DELTA FORGE” WITH PADDLERS FROM NEW YORK, MICHIGAN & CALIFORNIA TOOK FIRST PLACE HONORS WITH A TIME OF 7 HOURS, 21 MINUTES AND 41 SECONDS.

IN THE 70 MILE MIXED NYMCRA(NIM-CRA) STOCK RACE, THE TEAM OF REBECCA SUTTER FROM JAY, NEW YORK AND ADAM BLANCHARD FROM UTAH BEAT THE 2ND PLACE TEAM BY AN INCREDIBLE ONE HOUR AND 13 MINUTES. THEY SPOKE WITH CRAIG STEVENS AFTER THE RACE…

(SUTTER-BLANCHARD 2025-F CLASS)

THIS YEAR’S TWO PERSON PRO RACE WAS WON BY MICHIGAN PADDLER MICHAEL DAVIS AND CANADIAN GUILLAUME BLAZE. BLAZE HAS 3 OTHER CLINTON WINS AND DAVIS WON IN 2022 WITH STEVE LAJOIE. SINCE 1963, THE GENERAL CLINTON CANOE REGATTA FINISH LINE HAS BEEN CROSSED OVER 16 THOUSAND TIMES WITH 2 THOUSAND 47 PADDLERS DOING THE 70 MILER JUST ONCE.

THE LOCAL PRO TEAM OF JOE ALLISON FROM MORRIS AND FIRST TIME PRO RACER, AUSTIN HENCHEY OF OTEGO FINISHED IN THE TOP 20 OF THE STACKED 59 BOAT PRO RACE. THEY SPOKE WITH WCDOS CRAIG STEVENS AFTER THE RACE…

(HENCHEY-ALLISON 2025)

HENCHEY AND ALLISON FINISHED IN 19TH PLACE WITH A PRO TIME OF 7HOURS 43 MINUTES AND 39 SECONDS. IT WAS THEIR FIRST PRO RACE TOGETHER.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 5-27-25

by wcdonews Posted on May 27, 2025

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-27-25

State Police issued a total of 12,062 tickets statewide during the Memorial Day Weekend enforcement campaign, that ran from Friday May 23rd to Monday, May 26th. Troopers arrested 245 people for DWI and investigated 774 crashes, with three fatal crashes reported. Locally, Troopers reported 15 DWI arrests, 299 Speeding tickets, 26 Distracted Driving tickets, 126 Seat Belt violations and 31 move over law violators.

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DCMO BOCES announced that the Regional Spelling Bee winner, 13 year old Margot Fieni from Oneonta High School, is competing at the National Spelling Bee competition in National Harbor Maryland. Fieni successfully completed the spelling and the vocabulary preliminary competition round at the 2025 National Spelling Bee Competition today, she now moves to the Round Three Test that determines which competitors advance to the quarterfinals level.

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State Police Superintendent Steven James announced that a meeting was held at Troop A in Batavia regarding human trafficking & other security issues at the Northern Border. State Police officials met with those from U.S. Customs and Border Patrol, the Buffalo Police Department, Erie County Sheriff’s Office, Niagara Falls Police Department, and the New York State Park Police. The meeting was held in light of more trafficking issues coming across the Canadian border into the US in increasing numbers.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies received a complaint last week of property damage in the Town of Walton. Troopers determined that 27 year old Siara Mettler of Walton had unlawfully damaged a 2024 Chevrolet Trax, located at a residence on Beers Brook Road located in the Town of Walton. Mettler was charged with 1 count of Criminal Mischief, was processed & arraigned, an order of protection was issued protecting the victim from further contact. Mettler was released and directed to return to the Town of Walton Court at a later date to answer for the said charge.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-27-25

A Delaware County Grand Jury returned an 8-count indictment against 20 year old Mario Sierra of East Meredith, on multiple counts of of Rape & Criminal Sexual act Sierra is accused of performing sexual acts with a minor under the age of 15, in the City of Oneonta, & in the Town of Meredith. Sierra appeared in the Delaware County Court on Friday for arraignment, Bail was set at $25,000 cash, $50,000 bond or $100,000 partially secured bond, he was remanded to the custody of the Delaware County Correctional Facility.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 47 year old Eric Bormann of Laurens, on 3 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Criminal Possession of a Firearm and Harassment. Deputies responded to a domestic dispute in the Town of Laurens, Bormann was also found to be in possession of a semi-automatic handgun without a State Pistol Permit, he was issued an Appearance Ticket and is scheduled to appear in the Laurens Town Court at a later date.

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State Police reported that 3 people were transported to UHS Wilson Medical Center after a serious crash in the town of Nanticoke, at about 3:00 PM Sunday. Troopers were dispatched to Nanticoke Road and Henry M. Baldwin Street in the town of Nanticoke for an accident with injuries. An initial investigation indicates that an SUV was traveling at a high rate of speed struck a pick-up truck that was turning left onto Nanticoke Road. The SUV continued off the roadway and overturned. All three occupants of the SUV were transported by ambulance to UHS Wilson Medical Center for serious injuries. The occupant of pick-up truck was not injured. The investigation is on-going.

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The State DMV is warning customers to be aware of the latest phishing scam, where bad actors seek to gain access to personal information by pretending to be from the DMV. This is the latest in a series of text message phishing schemes that DMV has warned New Yorkers to avoid. Previous scams have claimed that E-ZPass accounts were about to be suspended. DMV provides information on these phishing attacks on its website at dmv.ny.gov.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 5-23-25

by wcdonews Posted on May 23, 2025

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-23-25

The State Police “Buckle Up New York, Click It or Ticket” campaign will continue through June 1. Police will have additional patrols, conduct more traffic stops, and will maintain a zero tolerance policy for unbuckled drivers and passengers. Seat belts reduce the risk of injury or death in a crash by 20%, an average of 200 New Yorkers die each year due to not buckling up.

The General Clinton Canoe regatta gets underway today with activities on the river & at General Clinton Park, Sunday will be the big day with the 70 mile races from Cooperstown to Bainbridge, as well as activities in the park, according to Regatta Co-Chairman Mike Kaufman:

(Mike Kaufman Sunday)

WCDO will have full team coverage of the 70 mile races, including interviews with participants after the races Sunday afternoon.

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The Sidney Veteran’s Memorial Park will have an Installation Ceremony Saturday at the Sidney Elks Lodge at 11:00 AM, Park president Doug Barnard explains:

(Doug Barnard 5-21-25)

Barnard also said that their Fundraising Golf Tournament will be held on June 7th at the Sidney Golf Course. More information is available at SVMPA.org.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors approved over $37 million in financial assistance for water infrastructure improvement projects across New York State, locally, the Village of Otego was awarded $3.9 million in grants for the installation of a redundant production well, replacement of asbestos-lined pipe and exposed water main, relocation of a well house treatment building to a higher elevation, replacement of a booster pump station, and the installation of a tank mixer.

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The Bassett Cancer Institute is inviting all cancer survivors to its annual Survivors Day Luncheon, which will be held this year at Fenimore Farm & Country Village in Cooperstown from 1:30 pm. to 3:30 pm on Sunday, June 1st. The event will be catered by Brooks’ House of BBQ and is free to anyone who has received a cancer diagnosis, plus one guest. Registration will be ending today and is required. Those wishing to attend should call 1-800-BASSETT.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 5-22-25

by wcdonews Posted on May 22, 2025

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-22-25

The forecast is calling for rain over the next few days, area Meteorologist Rich Townsend told WCDO News that rain is in the forecast, and he explains how that might affect the river levels for paddlers in the General Clinton Canoe Regatta:

(Rich Townsend 5-22-25)

Local long time area paddler Duke Fisher told WCDO News about the river conditions that he has witnessed leading up to the races this weekend:

(Duke Fisher 5-22-25)

Duke also talked with WCDO Sports Director Nate Lull about the 70 mile race from Cooperstown to Bainbridge, that full interview will be aired during WCDO’s coverage of the General Clinton Canoe Regatta this weekend:

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State Police conducted an Underage Drinking detail in Otsego and Delaware Counties, all of the businesses checked were in compliance and did not sell alcohol to an under-aged operative. 12 Businesses complied, including Mirabito Quickway stores in Oneonta, Laurens, Hartwick, Colliersville, Otego, Unadilla & Davenport. 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 (if asked).

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 42 year old Ryan Darran of Stamford, for DWI, following an investigation of a motor vehicle accident on May 17th. Deputies responded to a 1 car accident on State Highway 23 in the Town of Harpersfield, the vehicle left the roadway and entered a ditch, Deputies interviewed Darran & charged him with DWI and other lesser charges, Darran was released on appearance tickets for Town of Harpersfield Court at a later date.

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Governor Hochul announced that more than $50 million has been awarded to 50 projects through the State’s Restore New York Communities Initiative. Locally, the Village of Cooperstown will get $1 million to demolish 217 Main Street, in favor of a 50-unit, 3-story apartment building. The Village of Franklin will receive $1 million to rehabilitate 3 vacant properties at 438-444 Main Street to be redeveloped into 5 new commercial businesses and a new apartment. The City of Norwich will receive $1 million for the former office building at 23 East Main Street to be repurposed for a childcare center, the 2nd floor will house Commerce Chenango offices with a reception area, The site’s emergency generator and location also position it for FEMA shelter designation, further strengthening community resilience.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-22-25

The General Clinton Canoe Regatta will have 3 days of activities on and off the Susquehanna River, Co-Chairman Mike Kaufman told WCDO News about some of the activities on Saturday:

(Mike Kaufman Saturday)

Co-Chair Christine Smith told WCDO News about some of Saturday’s entertainment:

(Christine Smith Saturday)

This year is the 63rd edition of the Regatta and WCDO will once again have coverage of the event, including full team coverage on Sunday for the 70 mile races.

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Governor Hochul announced that contracts have been executed for 26 large-scale land-based renewable energy projects that, upon completion, will provide more than 2.5 gigawatts of clean energy, powering more than 670,000 homes throughout the State. The projects are expected to create more than 1,900 jobs and generate more than $6 billion in private investment statewide. Contracted projects include the High Bridge Wind, in Chenango County.

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City of Oneonta announced that a new traffic pattern will go into effect starting Monday, June 2nd as part of Phase I of the State DOT’s Reconstruction Project of the Main & Maple Street Roundabout project. There will be Road closures that will impact Main Street, Lettis Highway, and Maple Street where they intersect. Route 23 Northbound traffic may turn onto Route 7 Eastbound, Route 7 Eastbound traffic may turn onto Route 23 Southbound,all other routes through the intersection will be closed to traffic. Detours will be in place.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-21-25

by wcdonews Posted on May 21, 2025

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-21-25

Oneonta Fire Department responded at about 1:30 this morning to a structure fire at 5 Grand Street. An Occupant in 1 of the apartments reported a kitchen fire, crews found light smoke showing from the exterior of the building, they encountered heavy smoke and poor visibility on the 2nd floor, they located the involved apartment and quickly extinguished the fire. The Department reported that all 6 residents from the 3 affected apartments have been displaced and will remain so until repairs can be completed. 1 occupant was taken to A.O. Fox Hospital for evaluation, 1 resident’s cat perished in the fire. Assistance was provided by the Sidney Fire Department FAST Team, West Oneonta Fire Department was on stand-by, the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

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The Sidney Veteran’s Memorial Park will have an Installation Ceremony Saturday, Park president Doug Barnard explains:

(Doug Barnard 5-21-25)

Barnard also said that their Fundraising Golf Tournament will be held on June 7th at the Sidney Golf Course.

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John Lewis of Bainbridge, will be inducted into the General Clinton Canoe regatta Hall of Fame this weekend, he has 40 70-mile finishes in both the C-1 and C-2 classes, he commented about the honor to WCDO today.

(John Lewis 5-21-25)

Lewis & the rest of the inductees will be honored in a ceremony at General Clinton Park Saturday afternoon at General Clinton Park. WCDO”s full interview with John Lewis will be played during our coverage of the the General Clinton Canoe Regatta on Sunday.

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Broome County DA Paul Battisti announced that the County has received over $750,000 to strengthen law enforcement’s ability to identify & address High Risk Domestic Violence. The funding allows for on scene crisis response by law enforcement and professional advocates to provide safe planning & support to victims, comprehensive care review sessions to address the needs of victims & implement a new system to ensure offender accountability through a coordinated response.

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A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-21-25

Many of the Southern Tier area schools had their budgets passed by voters on Tuesday, however not all of the results are in this morning. Locally, Voters in the Sidney Central School District approved the budget 147-43, they also passed the bus proposition & the Sidney Luibrary budget, Bainbridge-Guilford School Budget passes 180-78, Franklin had their budget, bus & library votes passed, other local who schools who reported budget votes passing by substantial margins were Unatego, Oneonta, GMU, DEPOSIT, WALTON, Afton, UNADILLA VALLEY, Greene, Harpursville.

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Workers in the Southern Tier Counties will have acces to expanded services through the GetThere program, Spokesman Stan Varghese explains:

(Stan Varghese 5-21-25)

Anyone in need of the services can contact them at 855-373-4040 to set up transportation through GetThere. More information is available at rhnscny.org.

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Due to inclement weather, Wednesday’s Rumble Ponies game against the Richmond Flying Squirrels at Mirabito Stadium has been suspended with the score 2-2 entering the top of the sixth inning. The suspended game will resume on Thursday at 4:30 p.m. The regularly scheduled game Thursday night will begin approximately 40 minutes after the conclusion of the suspended game. Fans can exchange their tickets to Wednesday’s game for any remaining Rumble Ponies home game this season.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 5-20-25

by wcdonews Posted on May 20, 2025

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-20-25

41 year old Christopher Davis of Oneonta, pleaded guilty to Course of Sexual Conduct Against a Child in Delaware County Court Monday. Davis engaged in sexual conduct against a child less than 13 years old for almost 8 years, starting while the child was only 7 years old and continuing until she turned 13, between 2012 and 2018. The case was scheduled for a two-week jury trial slated to begin Monday, Davis admitted Friday to the charges, he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility, without bail, pending his sentencing on July 15th, Davis is expected to serve 10-12 years in State Prison followed by 20 years of post-release supervision, he will be required to register as a sex offender & a full stay away order of protection ‎will be issued on behalf of the victim until 2065.

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State Police announced this afternoon that missing teen Damian Mazza-Siragusa was found safe by Endicott Police today & he was checked out at a local hospital. The 17 year old was reported missing after leaving Deposit late Saturday Afternoon.

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State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for April. the State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held steady at 4.2%, Locally, Chenango County Had 3.0%, Delaware County 3.4% and Otsego County 3.5% unemployment rates in April.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce had their Re-brand Launch Party at SUNY Delhi Monday, President Ray Pucci said that the new brand is the “Delaware County Business Alliance”:

(Ray Pucci 5-20-25)

Pucci said that the organization will still act as an advocate for area businesses, and will offer the same programs as before. Their office will remain on Main Street in Delhi & for the time being the website will be at delawarecounty.org.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-20-25

State Police announced the annual “Buckle Up New York, Click It or Ticket” campaign officially kicked off Monday and runs through June 1. During this time, Police will have more patrols, conduct more traffic stops, and will maintain a zero tolerance policy for unbuckled drivers and passengers. Seat belts reduce the risk of injury or death in a crash by 20%, an average of 200 New Yorkers die each year due to not buckling up.

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The Town of Sidney is seeking input from residents with their 2nd meeting be tonight at 6:00 PM at the Sidney Town Offices at 44 Grand Street.

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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next meeting this morning at 7:30 AM in the back of Bob’s Diner, members & directors are urged to attend, as this is the last meeting before the General Clinton Canoe regatta this weekend.

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