WCDO NEW FRIDAY 4-25-25

by wcdonews Posted on April 25, 2025

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-25-25

Norwich City Police arrested 31 year old Brennon Bennett of Norwich for Failure to register as a sex offender and on a parole violation. Bennett is a Level 3 Sex Offender, who is accused of using a fraudulent address with the Norwich Police Department, where he is required to check in on a regular basis, in compliance with State Parole and Sex Offender Regulations. Bennett was convicted of 1st degree Attempted Rape in 2017, he was released from the jail & was Paroled in December. Bennett was arraigned at CAP Court and held on without bail due to prior felony convictions.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 25 year old Damien Lane of Norwich for 4 counts of 3rd degree rape & 4 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a child. Lane is accused of having a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old female, for about 6 months, he was processed, arraigned & was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $50,000 bond.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 24 year old Amber Renwick of Otego, for 3 counts of Promotion of a Sexual Performance by a Child, 2 counts of Possession of a Sexual Performance by a Child plus Sexual Misconduct, following an investigation in to a cyber tip received from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. In February of 2025, investigators received information from the Internet Crimes Against Children Taskforce of child sexual abuse material being disseminated from a Kik online social media account, Renwick did possess and send the child sexual abuse material to other users. The Sheriff’s Office & State Police Computer Crimes Unit executed a search warrant & she was taken in to custody, was processed and was being held for Arraignment. The investigation is on-going and additional charges are pending.

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Organizers with the General Clinton Canoe Regatta are advising that interested paddlers should sign up soon, as prices do increase for registration as they get closer to the event, according to Regatta Co-Chairman Mike Kaufman:

(Mike Kaufman 4-25-25)

All of the information is available at canoeregatta.org.

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The Oxford Village Tree Board will be holding its 32nd “Tree City USA” and Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, starting at 9 am., at LaFayette Park. The Tree City flag and plaque presentation will be part of the festivities, & there will be a giveaway of trees and shrubs.

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Celebrate Earth Day by planting native wildflowers at Rogers Center, On Saturday, the public is invited to plant an assortment of seeds which will expand pollinator habitat around the Rogers Center Three Sisters Garden. The planting will begin at 10:30 am until 12 noon across the street from the visitor parking lot, There will be educational material available for each flower variety in the pollinator mix.

A.M. NEWS Friday 4-25-25

Delaware County Sheriff’s Office responded last May to a motor vehicle roll over accident in Harpersfield. 25-year-old Isaiah Caballero of Oneonta, lost control of the vehicle, it left the roadway and struck a tree, 25 year old Nyheim Golden-Williams was killed in the crash. Deputies located cocaine & a loaded pistol that did not have a serial number. Caballero was arrested at the Ulster Correctional Facility Tuesday, he was charged with Criminal Possession of a controlled substance, Criminal Possession of a weapon and Vehicular Manslaughter, he was arraigned and was remanded back to the Ulster Correctional facility on $20,000 cash bail or $40,000 bond. Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies also arrested 21-year-old Alexis Lotterman of Walton for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Possession of a Weapon, she was a passenger in the vehicle and was also in possession of the narcotics and firearm, she was arraigned and remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $10,000 cash bail or $20,000 secured bond.

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Recruit New York events are being held around the state to assist in Fire Departments & Emergency squads in holding open houses, in the hope of recruiting new members, Roger Barnhart of the Bainbridge Fire Department told WCDO News about a few local events on Saturday

(Roger Barnhart 4-25-25)

Masonville Fire Chief Matt Jones told WCDO about their event on Sunday:

(Matt Jones 4-25-25)

More information about participating fire department can be found at recruitny.org.

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29 year old Grace Archer of Afton pleaded guilty to Driving While Impaired by Drugs and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in Delaware County Court. Archer admitted to possessing methamphetamine and driving while impaired in the village of Sidney on December 31st. Sentencing is set for July 11th, Archer is expected to be sentenced to 3 years in prison to be followed by 2 years of post-release supervision on the drug charge, and 1 year of incarceration for her DWAI conviction.

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The Chenango County Historical Society will host an unveiling this morning of the recently refurbished “special edition” marker at Rogers Environmental Education Center at 10:45 am. The “Game Farm” plaque is situated along Route 80 in the town of Sherburne, the unveiling is being held on National Historic Marker Day to honor the State DOT who refurbished the sign, for more information, go to ChenangoHistorical.org.

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The Jericho Arts Council presents “CANAAN’S LAND” Saturday night at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater, and patrons can also visit the Gallery and see the exhibits for this year’s Fine Arts Show, Council spokesman Phil Wade explains:

(Phil Wade 4-25-25)

Tickets for the show can be reserved at (607) 288-3882, also the awards Ceremony for the fine arts show will be on May 11th.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 4-24-25

by wcdonews Posted on April 24, 2025

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-24-25

A 7 count indictment was unsealed against 18 year old Mason Kowatch of Margaretville. Kowatch is accused of 1st & 3rd degree rape, promoting a sexual performance by a child & unlawful surveillance in the indictment, he is accused of performing sexual acts with a minor, producing a video performance of sexual conduct by a child and having a surveillance set up to record another person where they had a reasonable right to privacy, for his own sexual gratification. He faces court action on the indictment at a later date.

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35 year old Lawrence Painter of Sidney was sentenced to 1 year in the Delaware County Correctional Facility for Criminal Contempt. Painter are arrested by Sidney Police in November for going to a former girlfriends apartment and striking her in the face, Painter also violated an order of protection. Painter was also ordered to obey a 3 year Order of Protection for the victim in this case.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Office announced that 48 year old Joseph Maine of Endicott, was found safe. Maine reportedly left his house Saturday evening & traveled to a friend’s residence in the City of Binghamton in the & remained there for several days without contacting his family. Law Enforcement was alerted to Maine’s Binghamton location in the early morning hours today, he was interviewed by the Broome County Sheriff’s Office and voluntarily went to UHS Wilson Hospital for evaluation.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 27 year old Keegan Allen of Worcester following a Jail Contraband Investigation. Deputies responded Sunday to the Delaware County Correctional Facility when Investigators discovered prescription strength muscle relaxers within the Facility during a search. Allen was arrested for Promoting Prison Contraband, he was arraigned and was remanded back to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on his original charge.

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The State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance today announced the launch of a new online enrollment form for child support services on a recently redesigned website, childsupport.ny.gov. The new site allows for individuals to enroll for child support services online and providing existing users access to more information about their case. The site will provide parents with assistance in obtaining financial support and medical insurance coverage for their children by locating parents, establishing paternity, establishing and modifying support orders, and collecting and distributing child support payments, affecting about 536,000 children.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-24-25

SUNY Oneonta has become the first SUNY School powered with locally-sourced energy, as they purchased Tier 1 Renewable Energy Certificates from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority voluntary sales program. The purchase will provide enough locally-sourced clean energy to power four 200-bed residence halls on campus fully.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating multiple instances of nails and screws being found in the streets around the residential area between En-Joie Golf Club and Roundtop Picnic Area. Investigators are actively pursuing leads and examining all available footage of the areas in question, and residents in the neighborhood are urged to continue monitoring their doorbell and security cameras for any evidence that could lead to the arrest of those responsible, video footage, sightings, or information to the Broome County Sheriff’s Office Tip Line at (607) 778-1196.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-23-25

by wcdonews Posted on April 23, 2025

P.M. NEWS Wednesday 4-23-25

The Otsego County Conservation Association & Otsego County Planning & Solid Waste announced the winning schools of the 2024-2025 Plastic Film Recycling Challenge. The Unatego Elementary School won the elementary division with 2,122 pounds of plastic film recycled & Springbrook won in the high school division with 801 pounds of plastic film recycled. 10 participating schools diverted a total of 4,655.4 pounds of plastic film, each winning division will receive an ice cream social event.

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Tri-Town Theatre’s next show will be the musical “Big Fish”, at the Sidney High School Auditorium May 2nd through 4th. Destinie Smith is new to the Tri Town Theatre and she has the lead female role of Sandra Bloom:

(Destinie Smith 4-23-25)

Tickets are on sale at TritownTheatre.com, Curtain times are 7:30 pm on Friday and Saturday, May 2 and 3rd and a 2pm matinee on Sunday May 4th.

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Mirabito Energy Products announced the completion of its March Mirabito Cares Round Up campaign, which raised $60,000 to support 3 local food banks. Marissa Sweeney of Mirabito Energy Products told WCDO news about the success of the month long program:

(Marissa Sweeney 4-23-25)

Proceeds benefited the Food Bank of Central New York, the Food Bank of the Southern Tier, and the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York, each received $20,000 to feeding individuals and families in need.

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Saturday is the National DEA Drug Take back day, where people are encouraged to bring outdated medication and prescriptions to collection boxes, for proper disposal and to keep the prescriptions from getting into the wrong hands or into the waste stream. Chenango County Sheriff’s Office will have Representatives at the Bainridge Fire Department at their open house this Saturday to collect those items. More information is available at dea.gov/takebackday.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-23-25

State Police issued a total of 22,867 tickets during this year’s “Operation Hang Up” traffic enforcement period, including 4,607 tickets for distracted driving. This special traffic detail targeted drivers using electronic devices while behind the wheel. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 3,275 people were killed in crashes caused by distracted driving nationwide in 2023. In Troop C, 1496 tickets were issued, 154 for texting, 89 for talking on a cell phone for a total of 243 distracted driving tickets.

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State Department of Labor released preliminary local unemployment rates for March, The State’s unemployment rate declined from 4.3% to 4.2% in March 2025. Locally, Chenango County had 4.2% unemployment, Delaware County 4.6% and Otsego County 4.8% in March.

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The State DEC reminds area residents that the burn ban is still in effect through the middle of May, The DEC reported that In 2024, DEC Forest Rangers conducted 362 search and rescue missions, extinguished 122 wildfires covering nearly 6,500 acres, participated in 60 prescribed fires that served to rejuvenate more than 1,155 acres of land, and worked on cases that resulted in more than 1,200 tickets and arrests.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office continues its search for a 48 year old Joseph Maine of Endicott, who reportedly left his house on foot on the evening of Saturday, April 19, and never returned home, the Sheriff’s Office has conducted grid searches of the surrounding neighborhood, Maine is diabetic, he may not have taken his medication recently and may be exhibiting confused behavior. Maine is described as a White Male, 6’0” and weighing 167 lbs. He was last seen wearing a light gray sweatshirt, dark Grey sweatpants, a black baseball cap with a fishhook hanging from it, and black sneakers. Tips can be called to 778-1196.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 4-22-25

by wcdonews Posted on April 22, 2025

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-22-25

Chobani announced plans to build another plant in New York State, which will be a $1.2 billion facility Rome’s Griffiss Business and Technology Park. The Project would add another 1000 jobs in addition to the 1100 jobs at the South Edmeston & Norwich facilities. Chobani also employs 1,100 people at a yogurt plant in Twin Falls, Idaho, and they recently announced an expansion in Twin Falls that is expected to create a minimum of 160 new jobs.

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Animal Adventure Park & Preserve is set to open today in Harpursville, Jordan Patch told WCDO news about their new season:

(Jordan Patch 4-22-25)

Animal Adventure Park features hundreds of animals, representing 30 species, including Giraffe, rhino, bison, elk & many more, additional information is available at theanimaladventurepark.com.

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4 Towns Forward Community Yard & Garage Sales will be held on Saturday, May 3rd starting at 9:00 am until 2:00 pm, the deadline for those interested in participating is coming right up, spokesperson Teri Schunk explains:

(Teri Schunk 4-1-25)

Schunk said that for those outside the towns, space in the downtown areas can be reserved by email to dnabinger10@gmail.com.

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Recruit New York events are coming up this weekend around the state, where area Fire Departments & emergency squads are looking to add to their ranks, Assemblyman Joe Angelino still volunteers with the Norwich Fire Department, he told WCDO News that the fire departments need younger members, in order to continue to provide quality service:

(Angelino 4-22-25)

WCDO News spoke with Joe Angelino & Roger Barnhart of the Bainbridge Fire Department about local companies participating in the recruit New York weekend, that full interview can be heard Thursday evening following the 6:00 PM news. more information is available at recruitny.org.

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A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-22-25

State Police Troop “C” Traffic Incident Management Unit partnered up with the DOT for an Operation Hard Hat enforcement detail in Kirkwood. DOT crews were out on Interstate 81 north completing bridge work, The work zone where the detail was held had signage reminding motorists that it’s a work zone with a lowered speed limit and that one of three lanes was shut down, In about four hours, 69 tickets were issued: 52 for speeding, 11 for cell phone us & 1 failure to move over

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On Saturday, evening, Broome County Sheriff’s Office responded to a one-car accident on I-88 East near Exit 3 Port Crane. The responding deputy found a juvenile passenger from the crashed vehicle alert and conscious, being tended to by a bystander after having crawled out of the wreck. The deputy successfully located the crashed vehicle on an embankment, on its roof with the driver trapped inside, the deputy cut the driver’s seat belt and successfully pulled the driver out, both were transported to UHS Wilson Medical Center, The initial investigation showed that the driver had been driving recklessly at a high rate of speed before crashing into the right side of an embankment. The driver was initially issued several traffic violations, but the accident is still under investigation.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 4-21-25

by wcdonews Posted on April 21, 2025

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-21-25

Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 29 year old Dmitri Grassi of Greene on a Sealed Indictment Arrest Warrant. Grassi is charged with 3rd Degree Burglary, Grand Larceny & Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, Grassi & 1 other person are accused of entering a property & stealing items worth more than $1,000, he was processed, arraigned in Chenango County Court where he was released on his own recognizance and is to appear in Chenango County Court at a later date.

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Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango will have their annual Spring Plant Sale again this year, spokesperson Sarah Green explains:

(Sarah Green 4-21-25)

More information is available at hospicechenango.org, or by calling 607-334-3556, during normal business hours.

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The Sidney Shade Tree Commission will host another Arbor Day Celebration on Tuesday April 29th in Keith Clark Park beginning at 10:00 AM, Commission Chairperson Lorrie Roach told WCDO News about the annual event:

(Lorrie Roach 4-21-25)

The Delaware County Soil and Water Conservation District has also provided saplings to be distributed while the supply lasts. 

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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold their next Business & Breakfast networking event at the Old Schoolhouse Inn in Downsville next Monday morning starting at 8:30 AM. Chamber members can register at delawarecounty.org.

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18 year old Daziar Gadson of Binghamton was sentenced to 9 years in State Prison, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision, for attempted murder, for her role in a 2024 drive-by shooting. On August 3, 2024, Binghamton Police responded to reports of gunfire near Conklin Avenue and Felters Road. Investigators determined that Gadson shot a 19-year-old male while the victim was refueling his vehicle.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-21-25

State Police were dispatched Sunday Morning to a fatal motor vehicle crash on East Afton Road in the town of Bainbridge. An investigation at the scene determined that the 17-year-old female occupant was operating an SUV when she went off the roadway into an embankment, crossed a creek, striking several trees and coming to rest on the opposite side of the creek. The investigation is on-going.

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The Sherburne Fire Department responded Monday to a house fire at 375 Blanding Road, multiple local fire fighters also responded. the structure was completely destroyed, the house was struck by lightning, no injuries were reported.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 4-18-25

by wcdonews Posted on April 18, 2025

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-18-25

4 more people will be inducted into the General Clinton Canoe Regatta Hall of Fame this year, committee member John Harmon told WCDO News who is going in:

(John Harmon 4-18-25)

The Hall of Fame Induction will be held on Saturday May 24th at the Canoe Regatta grounds in General Clinton Park in Bainbridge.

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State Police & Norwich Police arrested 62 year old Martin Lewicki of Norwich, for criminal possession of stolen property & tampering with physical evidence Lewicki is accused of stealing items from area retail stores & attempting to sell the merchandise online. Lewicki was arraigned in City of Norwich Court and was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility without bail, the investigation is continuing & more charges may be filed.

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51 year old Antoine Loup of Endicott was sentenced to 25 years to life, for 2nd degree Murder & Tampering with Physical Evidence. On July 8, 2023, Loup pulled up at 4 Filmore Avenue in Endicott where Aaron LeGare, and others were playing cards, LaGare approached Loup’s vehicle, an argument ensued & Loup shot LaGare in the chest & fled the scene.

28 year old Erin Hubbell of Margaretville, appeared in Delaware County Court this week & she pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. Hubbell admitted to possessing over 500 milligrams of cocaine on January 8th in the Town of Roxbury, she faces up to 2 ½ years in state prison, Sentencing is set for June 17th.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-18-25

62 year old William Evans of the Bronx appeared in Delaware County Court this week & was sentenced to state prison for Possession of a Forged Instrument. On December 26, 2023, State Police were dispatched to a Delaware County bank, where 2 individuals had attempted to cash washed checks using a stolen identity, multiple attempts to use the stolen identity to cash checks had been made at other banks, security footage determined that 1 of the suspects was Evans. Last September, a Delaware County Grand Jury indicted Evans, he pleaded guilty to the Forged Instrument charge, he will serve 1 to 3 years in prison.

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The 2025 Daffodil Jazz Brunch will be held on April 19th to benefit Helios Care, at the home of Tom Morgan and Erna McReynolds, Otego Road, Franklin, Helios Care Spokesperson Kathryn Dailey explains:

(Kathryn Dailey 4-18-25)

More information about this & other fundraisers & programs can be found at helioscare.org.

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New York State Police announced the line-of-duty death of a retired investigator who was assigned to the World Trade Center site following the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001 On April 12, Investigator Thomas Herrick died from an illness resulting from that assignment at the Twin Towers site, Herrick served the police department for 26 years, retiring on Aug. 19, 2009.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 4-17-25

by wcdonews Posted on April 17, 2025

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-17-25

Governor Hochul announced that work is beginning on a $4 million project to transform the intersection of the James F. Lettis Highway and Main Street in Oneonta into a roundabout. Work on the project is getting underway this month with tree removal and other site preparation activities. Major construction will start in early to mid-July and will focus initially on the northern end of the intersection and the interior of the roundabout. During this phase, only the ramps to and from the Lettis Highway will be open to traffic traveling eastbound on Main Street. All other vehicular and pedestrian access will be closed. Detours for vehicles and pedestrians will be posted.

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State Department of Labor announced that the number of private sector jobs increased over the month by 5,600, to 8,464,400 in March. New York State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased from 4.3% in February to 4.2% in March, The statewide labor force participation rate held steady at 60.9% in March 2025.

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The State Department of Motor Vehicles is urging New Yorkers to sign up to be organ donors. Last year, for the 1st time, more than 50% of New Yorkers had registered to become organ and tissue donors through New York’s Organ Donor Registry. More than 80% enroll in the registry do so through the DMV. Currently there are 7,917 New Yorkers awaiting an organ transplant, almost 500 New Yorkers each year, die while waiting for a transplant.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 19 year old Kenyon Pickens of Guilford for reckless Endangerment, following an investigation into a 3 car accident on April 11th. Pickens is accused of attempting to avoid being stopped by a marked patrol unit, by accelerating his vehicle and driving in a reckless manner, Pickens failed to stop at a stop sign, resulting in a 3-car motor-vehicle accident at the intersection of State Highway 8 and County Road 37. Pickens was processed and was released on an appearance ticket for Town of Guilford Court at a later date.

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At this year’s General Clinton Canoe Regatta, there will be a new feature called the “Pacman Paddle With A Pro” race to be held on Friday May 23rd at 3:00 PM, to give novice paddlers a chance to paddle in a race with seasoned paddlers, . Regatta Committee member Duke Fisher explains:

(Duke Fisher 4-17-25)

The entry deadline for the new race will be May 1st at canoeregatta.org, more information is available by calling Fisher at 607-967-5917.

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A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-17-25

Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick announced that 10 Correction officers have been indicted by a Grand Jury in connection with the death of Mid State Correctional Facility Inmate Messiah Nantwi on March 1st. 15 staff members from both Mid-State and Marcy Correctional Facilities have been placed on leave or suspended since Nantwi’s death, the grand jury indictment accuses Jonah Levi and Caleb Blair of murder, while others were charged with Manslaughter, gang assault or conspiracy.

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The Broome County District Attorney’s Office announced that Jeremy Lewis of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania was found guilty by a jury for possessing a loaded and defaced handgun. Lewis faces 15 years in State Prison as a Second time Felony Offender, in October 2023, the Endicott Police Department were called to a residence for a report of a disturbance, they found Lewis was in possession of a loaded firearm, which was identified as a 22 Caliber Semi-Automatic handgun which had been defaced.

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Governor Kathy Hochul launched the ConnectALL Deployment Program Request for Applications, or RFA, to secure internet service to unserved locations across New York State. ConnectALL will accept applications from April 15 through May 5 to fund projects deploying traditional fiber optic, cable, hybrid fiber-coaxial, licensed fixed wireless broadband service, and federally designated alternative technologies such as unlicensed fixed wireless and low-earth orbit satellite services. New York State is investing $1 billion to the program.

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Tax collections for State Fiscal Year 2024-25 totaled $117.5 billion, $2.1 billion higher than forecast by the Division of the Budget in the Executive Budget Financial Plan, according to State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli. Tax collections were higher due, in part, to increased personal income tax receipts resulting from financial market growth. All Funds spending totaled $241.5 billion, 2.8%, higher than last year. The Full report can be found at osc.ny.gov/reports

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Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar released the results of the first quarter of targeted DWI response conducted by the BCSO Road Patrol. The Sheriff’s Office began administering the STOP-DWI Program in January of this year, and partnered with the Broome County District Attorney’s Office to fund an additional patrol deputy specifically to target drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs. From January 1, 2025 – April 1, the DWI Enforcement Deputy charged 24 individuals with DWI, conducted 275 vehicle stops, made 44 arrests and issued 287 tickets.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-16-25

by wcdonews Posted on April 16, 2025

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-16-25

Commerce Chenango announced the 2nd annual Chenango Threat Assessment Committee Public Forum Tomorrow at 8:00 AM at the Achieve “Envisions” Facility at 27 Griffin Street, Norwich. Commerce Chenango President & CEO Sal Testani explains:

(Sal Testani 4-16-25)

Guest Speakers will include retired State Trooper Wes Mills, Daniel Auwater of the Chenango County Department of Social Services and retired FBI agent Joseph Testani the event is Free and open to the public, more information is available at commercechenango.com

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office responded Monday Night at about 9:15 pm, to the scene of a tractor trailer rollover accident on State Highway 10 in the Town of Delhi. The highway was shut down for several hours while units on scene worked to upright the vehicle, at about 1:30 AM, the vehicle was up-righted and removed from the scene. the investigation is continuing.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 30 year old George Robinson, who is wanted for violation of the family court act. Robinson is described as a white male, 6’2″ with red hair & brown eyes, anyone with information should contact the Sheriff;s Office at 607-832-5555 or submit a tip to the Sheriff’s Office App.

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Magic City Productions announced that ZZ Top: The Elevation Tour will be coming to the Visions Veterans Memorial Arena in Binghamton in September, Promoter Stu Green explains:

(Stu Green 4-16-25)

Tickets on sale Friday at 10 am at Ticketmaster.com and at the Mirabito Box Office at the Arena, Visit broomearenaforum.com for more information.

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A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-16-25

Grand Jury indictments were handed down in the case of the death of Messiah Nantwi, a prisoner at the Mid-State Correctional Facility. Nantwi died at a hospital on March 1 after being transported from the prison, during the 22-day strike by Correction Officers. 15 people were arrested, Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick has been investigating his death.

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31 year old Cody Smolin of Stamford pleaded guilty to 1 count of Driving While Intoxicated, he will be required to attend an Impaired Driver Program, and his license is revoked for at least 6 months, after that he will have to install an ignition interlock device on any vehicle he owns or drives. If Smolin violates any terms or conditions of his conditional discharge, he is subject to being re-sentenced to one year in jail. On November 20, a State Trooper responded to a report of an intoxicated hunter attempting to load a deer in a U-Haul in the Town of Stamford, he failed Standardized Field Sobriety Tests

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The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce announced that their annual awards dinner will be held on May 1st at the Longview Farms & Event Center in Edmeston. Golden Artist Colors was named Business of the year and Gary Herzig was named the Eugene Bettiol distinguished Citizen, RSVP’s are due by April 24th, by email to klaing@otsegocc.com.

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