WCDO NEWS MONDAY 5-19-25

by wcdonews Posted on May 19, 2025

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 5-19-25

A Delaware County Grand Jury handed down a Sealed Indictment Warrant for the arrest of 50-year-old James Amato. Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested Amato on the Warrant, he was arraigned in Delaware County Court, where the indictment was unsealed, alleging that in April of 2021 Amato had taken logs off multiple properties in the Town of Hamden, causing damage to trees and property and selling the timber for profit. Amato was charged with 3 counts each of 3rd & 4th degree Grand Larceny and 6 counts of Criminal Mischief, Amato was released on his own recognizance and directed to re-appear in court at a future date.

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63 year old Daniel Schultz of Margaretville was sentenced to 6 months in the Delaware County Correctional Facility to be followed by 3 years of a conditional discharge for the crime of Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a Child in the Vehicle, commonly known as Leandra’s Law. On August 10, 2024, a State Trooper observed a pickup truck operated by Daniel Schultz, Schultz’s license had previously been revoked, a traffic stop was initiated, Schultz stopped the vehicle, a passenger quickly exited the truck, who was under the age of 16. Schultz failed sobriety testing & was charged with several crimes, Schultz pleaded guilty, Schultz was sentenced in Delaware County Court last week, his license was revoked, and if he obtains a license, he will need to install an ignition interlock device on any vehicle he owns or operates. If he violates any condition of his conditional discharge, he could be re-sentenced to 1 1/3 to 4 years in state prison.

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School Budget votes will be held tomorrow across the state, Sidney Central School District Superintendent Eben Bullock told WCDO news about their proposed budget:

(Eben Bullock 5-19-25)

The Unatego School District is also seeking approval on a new budget, Superintendent Dr. Dave Richards explains:

(Dr. Dave Richards 5-19-25)

School Districts are also looking to fill Board of Education Seats, and in some cases capital projects and/or buss purchases around the state tomorrow.

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The City of Oneonta announced a Traffic Alert regarding the Lettis Highway Lane Closures. Starting today, motorists can expect northbound lane closures on Lettis Highway (Route 23) between Fair Street and Main Street for approximately two weeks while drainage work is underway as part of State DOT’s Oneonta Roundabout project. Drivers are reminded to slow down in work zones and obey all traffic control devices. Traffic updates can be found at 511, visiting 511NY.org or download the free 511NY mobile app.

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Otsego County, in partnership with the Mohawk Valley Economic Development District, will host a public kickoff meeting on Thursday, May 29, to launch its Broadband Technical Assistance Project. The event will be held from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at the Meadows Office Complex, at 140 County Highway 33W, Cooperstown.

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Residents in Broome, Chenango, Delaware and Otsego Counties have access to an expanded range of transportation services, thanks to the Getthere program, providing rides to medical appointments,emergency food access, and employment. Getthere is a program of the Rural Health Network of South Central New York, more information is available at (855) 373-4040 or rhnscny.org.

A.M. NEWS Monday 5-19-25

State Police is enhancing its approach to investigating animal cruelty through a new partnership with the State Animal Protection Federation. More than 200 Troopers and Investigators will receive advanced instruction on identifying and responding to animal cruelty cases so that they will be better equipped to detect, investigate, and document cruelty cases, Enhance collaboration with local law enforcement, animal welfare organizations, and prosecutors and it will allow for a more efficient response to these complex investigations.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is rebranding and will host a first look at a launch party on Monday, May 19, at 4:00 pm in The Okun Theatre of Farrell Hall at SUNY Delhi. Chamber President Ray Pucci comments:

(Ray Pucci 5-19-25)

Pucc said that Josiah Brown of Famous Destination Marketing, has been working with the chamber Staff & Board of Directors Everyone is invited to attend. Advanced registration is not required but is appreciated at the Programs and Events tab at DelawareCounty.org.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 5-16-25

by wcdonews Posted on May 16, 2025

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-16-25

The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 42 year old Justin Thompson of Pennsylvania as a fugitive from justice. Chenango County Sheriff detectives were advised Wednesday that Thompson was considered armed and dangerous, & he might be in the Town of Greene. Members of the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office and State Police responded to a residence in the Town of Greene, they found Thompson hiding in a motor home on the property. He was arrested without incident and arraigned in Chenango County Court on a Fugitive from Justice warrant. Thompson was ordered to be held at the Chenango County Correctional Facility until extradited to the State of Pennsylvania.

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24 year old Xavier Tappan-Bright of Binghamton, plead guilty today to Criminal Possession of a Weapon in Broome County Court. Tappan-Bright, is a 2nd time Violent Felony Offender, will be sentenced to 8 years in State Prison, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision when Sentenced on August 28. In January, the Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a Search Warrant in Binghamton, they seized a loaded .38 caliber pistol, containing 6 rounds in the magazine.

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33-year-old Amber Tolbert of Maryland was arrested on drug charges following an investigation by the Otsego County Sheriff’s Office. Tolbert was charged with 2 counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance, on May 11th, she was found to be in possession of multiple controlled substances, she was turned over to Otsego County Corrections pending arraignment at Maryland Town Court.

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The Mid York Concert Band will hold their Free Spring Concert at 2:00 PM Sunday at the Norwich High School Auditorium, Band Director Doug Ernst comments:

(Doug Ernst 5-16-25)

This year is the 40th anniversary of the Mid York Concert, they will also hold a holiday concert in December.

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A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-16-25

State Labor Department announced an increase of 14,400, private sector jobs in April, the state was up to 8.47 million private sector jobs, the state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held constant at 4.2% and the state labor force participation rate increased to 61.0% in April 2025.

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Hartwick College will confer degrees to 225 students at 10:00 AM Saturday on Elmore Field. The 93rd commencement ceremony will be webcast live on their Commencement webpage, it will also be webcast on the College’s YouTube Channel. More information about the Commencement is available at Hartwick.edu.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies were patrolling along State Highway 28 in the Town of Andes and observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. 36-year-old Natasha Reed of Delhi was charged with Reckless Driving and issued a traffic summons for speeding, at approximately 94 miles an hour in a 55 zone. Reed was issued appearance tickets and released to appear at the Town of Andes Court at a later date to answer the charges.

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Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre will have the return of a popular local band tonight at 7:00 PM, spokesman Phil Wade explains;

(Phil Wade 5-16-25)

Reservations for tickets can be obtained by calling the Jericho Arts Council at (607) 288-3882, in the gallery will be the Student Photography Show

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Another recall due to listeria has been reported at Price Chopper, Market 32 and Big Y stores. The impacted products are select Market 32 by Price Chopper brand pre-made 10oz chicken wraps, sold in deli and food fare sections of the stores. Chicken Caesar, Buffalo Chicken, or Chicken Bacon Ranch wraps were affected, customers should throw out the wraps or return them for a full refund, so far, no Illnesses Reported Yet from This Recall.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 5-15-25

by wcdonews Posted on May 15, 2025

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-15-25

33 year old Drew J. Garnier of Masonville was sentenced to a total of 30 years in prison to be followed by 15 years of post-release supervision for the killing of his pregnant wife Samantha and assaulting his 2 daughters. Garnier admitted to repeatedly stabbing his wife and children in their home on Houck Road in the Town of Masonville on September 4, 2024. Samantha and her unborn daughter died as a result of the stabbing. The children suffered significant injuries. Garnier pleaded guilty to 1st degree Manslaughter, and 2 counts of 1st degree Assault in March in Delaware County Court.

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Delaware County sheriff’s office provided an update regarding the head on collision on State Highway 206 in the Town of Walton Tuesday, where 1 of the vehicles went over an embankment. 3 of the occupants escaped from their vehicles, 1 was trapped. A vehicle operated by 68-year-old Steven Wilson of Irvington, crossed over the double yellow line and collided head on with an SUV operated by 19-year-old Lauren Winans-Houck of Roscoe, her SUV exited the roadway and traveled over the embankment. A passenger of the SUV was transported to Delaware Valley Hospital and was released. Winans-Houck was transported to Wilson Hospital in Binghamton for treatment of injuries and leg fractures, Wilson, and his passenger were air-lifted to Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, the passenger was treated for fractures & was released, Wilson remains in critical condition due to multiple fractures and internal injuries. The crash remains under investigation.

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39 year old Kyle Butler of Binghamton was found guilty by a Broome County Jury for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. As a Second Felony Offender, Butler faces up to 12 years in State Prison when sentenced in Broome County Court on August 12th. Butler was arrested after a search warrant was executed by the Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force in November, where investigators uncovered cocaine, fentanyl, and U.S. Currency.

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The Cullman Child Development Center will continue this year with their Summer series locally with events designed to be educational for area children, this year they added an old fashioned Soapbox Derby race to be held in July in Unadilla, Cullman Director Amy Williams explains:

(Amy Williams 5-15-25)

Corbin Curley is on the Summer Series Planning board & he told WCDO that he will be building a derby car with his son for the Derby Day:

(Corbin Curley 5-15-25)

The event will be held Sunday July 13th on Clifton Street in Unadilla, more information is available at ccdcderby.com.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-15-25

The Binghamton Police Department announced the identification of the victim from the stabbing at the Salvation Army on Tuesday as 57 year old Kevin Ray of Endicott. Michael Brutvan was charged with 2nd degree murder for the death of Ray, police responded at about 5:15 PM to a report of a stabbing at the Salvation Army, Ray with stab wounds to his shoulder and neck and succumbed to his injuries at an area hospital..

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4 more former Marcy correctional officers appeared in Oneida County Court Wednesday for their alleged involvement in the beating death of Robert Brooks in December. Michael Fisher, Michael Mashaw, Nicholas Gentile, and David Walters appeared to answer to plea deals, Gentile accepted his deal on the charge of attempted tampering of physical evidence, he is accused of cleaning up the area where Brooks was beaten, and failing to report it to authorities.

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The National Baseball Hall of Fame reported that anyone removed from Baseball’s permanently ineligible list will become eligible for Hall of Fame consideration. Major League Baseball’s decision to remove deceased individuals from the permanently ineligible list will allow for the Hall of Fame candidacy of such individuals to now be considered. The Historical Overview Committee will develop the ballot of eight names for the Classic Baseball Era Committee, to vote on when it meets next in December 2027.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-14-25

by wcdonews Posted on May 14, 2025

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 5-14-25

4 people were injured in a 2 car crash on State Highway 206 near Bear Spring Mountain Tuesday at about 4:00 PM. Walton Fire and EMS were dispatched they found 2 vehicles with heavy front-end damage, 1 went over the guardrail and down the embankment, 2 patients were transported to Delaware Valley Hospital, 2 others were airlifted to trauma centers by LifeNet helicopters. The road was closed for several hours last night for accident reconstruction & clean up.

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State Police arrested 31 year old Pierce Tobin of Oneonta for 2nd degree Assault following a violent incident at the Homer Folks Facility. On May 9th, Troopers, SUNY University Police, and the Oneonta Town Constable responded to a report of an assault, An investigation revealed that Tobin became aggressive after being informed by a staff member that he was not permitted to smoke. Tobin punched the staff member in the face and bit off a portion of the victim’s ear. The victim was treated at A.O. Fox Hospital. Tobin was taken into custody at the scene and was arraigned & was remanded to the Otsego County Jail on $5,000 cash/credit or $10,000 bond. His next court appearance is scheduled for Thursday, The investigation remains ongoing.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that inflation refund checks up to $400 will be sent this fall to 8.2 million households across New York State. Checks will be mailed directly to eligible New Yorkers starting in October and will continue through November. There is no need to apply, sign up or do anything to receive a check. Governor Hochul secured and enacted this initiative in the FY 2026 State Budget, Visit ny.gov/inflationrefund for More Information.

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New Yorkers will be voting on their school budget plans, & Board of Education seats soon, BG Superintendent Tim Ryan comments about their 25.5 million dollar budget, a 2.68% tax levy increase:

(Tim Ryan 5-14-25)

This year, Tuesday May 20th will be the day for school Budget Vote and School Board Elections statewide.

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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is opposing a Republican proposal that would cause over a million New Yorkers to lose their Medicaid coverage:

(Gillibrand 5-14-25)

The Congressional Budget Office estimates the bill would cut federal spending on healthcare by more than $700 billion over a decade, the largest Medicaid cut in history, The proposed changes include adding new work requirements, new cost-sharing fees for Medicaid enrollees and much stricter and more frequent eligibility checks.

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A.M. NEWS Wednesday 5-14-25

On May 1st, 22 year old Seth Ostrander of Unadilla was arrested and charged with 2nd degree Attempted Murder and Criminal Use of a Firearm. State Police & Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of a domestic disturbance on State Highway 8 in the town of Masonville, Troopers determined that a verbal argument had escalated into a physical altercation during which Ostrander discharged a shotgun in the direction of another individual. The victim was not struck by the gunfire and declined further medical treatment at the scene. Ostrander was taken into custody and arraigned at Delaware County Centralized Arraignment. The investigation is ongoing.

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Binghamton Police responded to the Salvation Army at 131 Washington Street yesterday afternoon, Officers found a 57-year-old male suffering from stab wounds, the man was taken to an area hospital and was pronounced dead. 37-year-old Michael Brutvan allegedly entered the building and stabbed the victim several times & fled the scene, but was located & arrested. Brutvan has been charged with 2nd-degree murder, the investigation is continuing.

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Binghamton Fire Department responded Monday night to a house fire at 72 Thorp Street, which caused damage to an adjacent house. The structure was deemed a total loss, the cause of the fire was a lithium-ion battery failure, no injuries were reported.

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The Delaware County Board of Supervisors announced today that the next board meeting, scheduled for today at 1:00 PM at the Charles Cook County Office Building, has been canceled.

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Commerce Chenango Announced that the Access to Capital Event scheduled for today by Empire State Development for Commerce Chenango is canceled due to a schedule conflict, more information can be found at regionalcouncils.ny.gov/southern-tier.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 5-13-25

by wcdonews Posted on May 13, 2025

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-13-25

52 year old Iris Bonilla of Binghamton is facing a multitude of charges after a reckless driving incident from New York and into Pennsylvania on May 3rd. Bonilla was charged with 4 counts each of aggravated assault, 2nd degree assault, reckless endangerment and harassment, plus one count each of criminal mischief, and several traffic violations. Bonilla was arrested after an incident that began in Nichols, New York, and ended in Wysox Township, Pennsylvania.

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The General Clinton Canoe Regatta has expanded the activities on Fridays in the last few years, co-chairman Mike Kaufman comments about this year’s schedule:

(Mike Kaufman 5-13-25)

The full schedule of events can be found at canoeregatta.org.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 45 year old Adam Decker of Pennsylvania on a fugitive of justice warrant. Deputies were notified that Decker was housed in the Delaware County Correctional Facility, & he had an active Arrest Warrant through the Bucks County Sheriff’s Office & they wanted to extradite Decker back to Pennsylvania. Decker was arrested by Sheriff’s Deputies and turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility awaiting centralized arraignment.

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3 former Marcy Correctional Facility officers appeared in Oneida County Court This Morning, Nicholas Kieffer, Anthony Farina and David Kingsley are accused in connection with the fatal beating of inmate Robert Brooks in December. Farina & Kingsley both rejected the plea offer for 2nd degree murder, serving no more than 18-years-to-life in State prison. Kieffer rejected his offer of 12 years in State prison for gang assault. All 3 were ordered to return to court on June 3rd.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 5-13-25

The Broome County Special Investigations Unit arrested 35 year old Gary Lanzo of the Town of Union on multiple felony drug and weapons charges following a warrant execution Friday. As a result of the search warrant, officers seized Cocaine, Digital Scales, Packaging Material, A Ruger .45 Caliber Revolver and a 9mm Handgun, Lanzo was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, 3 Counts of Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia & Criminal Possession of a Weapon, he was arraigned and remanded to the Broome County Correctional Facility, where he remains in custody.

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There are now less than 200 VIP tickets remaining for the Southern Tier Music Fest on Saturday July 5th at the Sidney Municipal Airport. Teri Schunk is one of the event organizers and she urges interested people to act quickly and not wait until the last minute to get VIP tickets:

(Teri Schunk 5-12-25)

Multi-platinum artist Uncle Kracker will be the headliner. more information and tickets are available at southerntiermusicfest.com.

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Chenango County Clerk’s Office, the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce and “4 Towns Forward”, are teaming up to help local residents get a US Passport. the event will be held at the Bainbridge Community Center on Thursday June 19 from 5:30pm to 8:00pm. Interested residents will need a completed passport application, the document can be found at travel.state.gov, you must also have your Original Birth Certificate with the Raised Seal, an up to date photo identification like a New York Drivers License, all services will be paid by check only. To reserve a time slot, call the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce at 607-967-8700 or email to bainbridge.chamber@yahoo.com

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The Town of Sidney is seeking input from residents with 2 meetings this month. The 1st meeting will be tonight at 6:00 PM at the Sidney Center Fire Hall, the 2nd meeting will be on Tuesday May 20th at the Sidney Town Offices at 44 Grand Street.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 5-12-25

by wcdonews Posted on May 12, 2025

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 5-12-25

Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 28 year old Ryan Oltjenbruns of Unadilla for 2nd 7 3rd Degree Assault, Harassment & Endangering the Welfare of a Child, following a domestic incident in the Town of Unadilla. Oltjenbruns allegedly engaged in a physical domestic dispute with a family member in the presence of a minor, by striking the victim in the face, causing serious injury. The victim was transported to Bassett Hospital and later to Albany Medical Center for additional medical treatment, Oltjenbruns was taken in to custody and processed at the Otsego County Sheriff’s Office, he was arraigned & was released on his own recognizance and issued an order of protection was issued on behalf of the the victim.

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Terrell Heyward of Binghamton, pleaded guilty to 2nd degree Murder in Broome County Court and he faces a sentence of up to life in State Prison. On January 11th, Binghamton Police Department responded to 21 Exchange Street, for a report of shots fired, Sarah Hauer was pronounced dead at the scene. Heyward faces Sentencing on August 6th in Broome County Court.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 33 year old Robert Harris of New Lisbon for 2 counts of Criminal Contempt Friday, following an investigation in to allegations of domestic violence in the Town of New Lisbon. Investigation revealed that during the month of February Harris located a family member at a residence in the Town of Pittsfield and placed the victim in fear for their life by brandishing a baseball bat, he violated a court order prohibiting him from contacting the victim. Harris was located in New Berlin and taken in to custody without incident, he was processed at the Otsego County Sheriff’s Office and turned over to correctional staff for Arraignment.

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Delaware County Public Health, the New York National Guard and New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, is hosting a Citizen Preparedness Training Event on Wednesday, June 11th, Isabella Ziolkowski of Delaware County Public Health explains:

(Isabella Ziolkowski 5-12-25)

This event is free and open to the public. Each family that attends will receive a free preparedness kit. Registration is required to attend, call Delaware County Public Health at 607-832-5200. The event will be held from 6:00PM – 7:30PM at the New Hope Community Church, 45 Stockton Avenue, Walton.

A.M. NEWS Monday 5-12-25

54 year old Jason Burress of Bainbridge appeared in Delaware County Court last week & was sentenced to 6 months in jail. Sidney Police initiated a traffic stop in Sidney on July 11, 2024, Burress was believed to be impaired by drugs, lab test showed that Burress was impaired by methamphetamine. Burress pleaded guilty in April to Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs, he will serve his term at the Delaware County Correctional Facility.

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Oneida County Sheriff’s Deputy Aaron Alshaman has been charged with 4 counts of attempted murder and 1 count of Arson, he allegedly set a home on fire on April 9th, while his infant child, the child’s mother and her parents were inside. All occupants escaped without injury, an Oneida County Grand Jury has indicted Alshaman on the charges, he faces arraignment on the Grand Jury Indictment shortly.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 39 year old Michael Andreoli of Exeter, for Criminal Contempt, following an investigation into a 2 car personal injury motor vehicle accident. Andreoli was found to be violating a full stay away order of protection protecting the passenger in the vehicle, he was arrested and held for Arraignment.

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Chenango County Department of Public Works announced the closure of the bridge on North Chenango Street over Birdsall Brook in Greene will be closed on May 12th, and will remain closed for 3 to 5 months. Local residents will be allowed to get to and from their homes. More information is available at 337-1710.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 5-9-25

by wcdonews Posted on May 9, 2025

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-9-25

30 year old Antonio Almovodar of Hastings, pleaded guilty to 2nd Degree Burglary in Delaware County Court, he was sentenced to 5 years in state prison, to be followed by 3 years of post-release supervision. On April 17, 2024, Troopers responded to a burglary in the Town of Sidney, it was determined that Antonio Almovodar and another individual had committed the burglary. Almovodar appeared in court earlier this week, he was also ordered to pay $70,000 in restitution and the court issued a full stay away order of protection for the victim.

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A Delaware County Grand Jury returned a 5-count indictment against 45 year old Brian Shear of Colchester, on numerous drug charges for possessing and selling narcotics, including fentanyl, methamphetamines & cocaine. Shear will be arraigned on the indictment shortly followed by court action on the charges.

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The National Weather Service has a “FLOOD WATCH” in effect through tomorrow morning, local meteorologist Rich Townsend comments:

(Townsend 5-9-25)

The Flood Watch includes Broome, Chenango, Delaware, & Otsego Counties locally.

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The Annual Ed Wessels Canoe regatta scheduled for tomorrow has been canceled, organizer Ed Curley explains;

(Ed Curley 5-9-25)

If the event is able to be rescheduled, WCDO will have that announcement when & if it is made.

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Long time General Clinton Canoe Regatta Paddler Dale Persons is one of the inductees into this year’s Hall of Fame, he talked about winning the honor to WCDO Sports Director Nate Lull:

(Dale Persons 5-9-25)

Dale has 31 70-mile finishes, 3 70-mile wins, and a career best 5th place Pro finish, he is a two-time national champion with wins in 1994 and 1995 alongside Hall of Famer Bob Zaveral. He also has been active in the race committee and has announced many awards and races in the past. Person will be featured on an upcoming episode of the Nate Lull Podcast to be released later this month.

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Due to inclement weather in the forecast, tonight’s Binghamton Rumble Ponies game against the Reading Fightin Phils at Mirabito Stadium has been canceled. It will not be rescheduled. Fans can exchange their tickets to Friday’s game for any remaining Rumble Ponies home game this season.

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A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 5-9-25

The 6th annual Chenango Community Baby Shower will take place on Saturday, May 10, from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM in the main lobby area at UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital at 179 North Broad Street in Norwich. Chenango Memorial Hospital Spokesperson Melissa Stagnaro explains:

(Melissa Stagnaro 4-30-25)

This event is FREE and open to all pregnant women, families, and parents of children less the 12 months of age. More information is available at 607-772-0517.

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The Out of the Woodwork Players will present “Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End”, along with “Memos to Mom”, at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre, tonight, Saturday night & Sunday afternoon, Director Sue Atkinson comments:

(Sue Atkinson 5-9-25)

Jen Fowler portrays Erma Bombeck on stage in this productions, she comments about the role:

(Jen Fowler 5-9-25)

The shows will be at 7:30 PM tonight & Saturday night with the Sunday Matinee at 2:00 PM.

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The Village of Sidney will provide containers at the Village Garage on Sherman Avenue for Computers, TV’s, Copiers, Cell Phones, & various other electronics, plus metal and non-Freon appliances, Tires without rims & Freon containing appliances today or Saturday, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 5-8-25

by wcdonews Posted on May 8, 2025

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 5-8-25

State Police arrested 69 year old Preston Branagan of Plymouth for Torturing or Injuring Animals- Failure to Provide Sustenance, plus Aggravated Cruelty to Animals. Troopers learned of the case in March when it was determined that 2 dogs were not being cared for properly in Plymouth, they observed 1 dog on the premises that was deceased and decomposing, a 2nd dog was tied up on a chain with a collar and appeared uncared for and malnourished with no immediate access to food or water. That dog was surrendered to the Susquehanna SPCA for further care. Branagan was issued appearance tickets to the Plymouth Town Court on June 17.

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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand commented on the impact President Trump’s tariffs on China will have on the availability and cost of essential baby products, including strollers, car seats, and cribs, more than 90% of these products come from China:

(Gillibrand 5-8-25)

Over the past weeks, the Trump administration has raised tariffs on Chinese goods imported to the United States by 145% and shipments of goods into the U.S. have plunged. Gillibrand is calling on President Trump to consider American parents and exclude baby safety essentials from tariffs.

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The State Health Department announced that there are 7 cases of Measles in the state currently, 3 in New York City and 4 in the upstate counties. Measles can spread quickly among children, complications include pneumonia, encephalitis, hospitalization, and death, New Yorkers are urged to get vaccinated if they haven’t already received a vaccine. A person with measles can pass it to others from 4 days before a rash appears through the 4th day after the rash appears. More information is available at CDC.gov, or by contacting your county public health department.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 39 year old Joshua Jenson of Stamford on an Arrest Warrant for failing to appear on charges of False Impersonation. Deputies received information Wednesday Night, that Jenson was in the Village of Hobart and was arrested by Sheriff’s Deputies, he was processed and turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility for arraignment.

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NBT Bancorp Inc. announced that it completed the merger of Evans Bancorp, Inc. last week, followed by a core systems conversion over the weekend. The Merger has extended the NBT Bank branch network into the Western Region of New York with the addition of 14 banking offices, NBT Bank now has 175 branches across 7 states.

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A.M. NEWS Thursday 5-8-25

The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office announced an Additional Charge has been filed against 42 year old Christopher DeMarco of Unadilla. Investigators located additional child sexual abuse material on a cell phone that had been found in DeMarco’s possession, he was processed for Possession of a Sexual Performance by a Child & was issued an Appearance Ticket returnable to the Town of Middlefield Court at a later date. DeMarco was arrested in March on a variety of charges including Unlawful Surveillance, Sex Offender Failure to Notify Change of Address & Endangering the Welfare of a Child.

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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 46 year old David Burkholder of Oxford for Failure to Notify Law Enforcement of an Address Change, Burkholder is a level 1 convicted sex offender and failed to register his new address within 10 days of his move. Burkholder was arraigned and was remanded to the Chenango County Jail with no bail. Burkholder is to appear in the Town of Norwich Court at a later date.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Strategic Response Group performed a routine traffic stop Sunday in Binghamton. 58 year old Dana Baker of Rochester, was non-compliant and attempted to flee. After a brief struggle, Baker was taken into custody. During the investigation, multiple plastic bags were found on Baker containing cocaine, he was charged with Criminal Possession of Narcotics with Intent to Sell, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia, obstruction of Governmental Administration & Resisting Arrest, Baker was arraigned and remains in custody at the Broome County Correctional Facility.

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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli encourages New Yorkers to check and see if they have unclaimed funds as lost money in New York reaches over $20 billion, Unclaimed funds occur when people are separated from their money which can come from utility deposits, trust funds, old bank accounts, uncashed checks or unused gift cards. New Yorkers can visit ny.gov/unclaimed-funds or call (800) 221-9311, to find out if the state has your unclaimed money.

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