WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 3-4-25

by wcdonews Posted on March 4, 2025

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-4-25

Fans of Irish dancing can go to the Foothills Performing Arts Center tonight for a performance of the “Step Crew”, Spokesman Geoff Doyle comments:

(Geoff Doyle 3-4-25)

Tickets may still be available online at foothills pac.org.

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Area Police agencies are reminding motorists to lock up their cars after another round of thefts have been reported. In addition, people should never leave items in plain view within a parked vehicles, as thieves may be more tempted to break into the vehicle.

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A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-4-25

57 year old Paul Geer of Hancock was convicted by a jury in US District Court for 2 counts of coercing and enticing 2 separate children to travel across state lines to engage in unlawful sexual activity and 2 counts of transporting the children across state lines with the intent to engage in criminal sexual activity with those children. Geer was a teacher at the Family Foundation School in Hancock, where he used his position of authority to coerce 2 students to travel with him to Maine and Toronto, Canada. where he raped or otherwise sexually abused each of the two children. Sentencing is scheduled for July 9th, where Geer is expected to be sentenced to many years in prison & pay fines up to $250,000, followed by a term of supervised release of up to 5 years after prison.

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A Chenango County Grand Jury indicted Brandon King for 1st degree rape, 1st degree burglary, 2 counts of menacing and criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation. On January 17th, in the Town of Norwich, King armed himself with a rifle and then broke into a home, restrained the victim, held a knife to the victim’s neck, and strangled the victim.

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A State Trooper observed a vehicle off the roadway on State Highway 30 near County Highway 8 in the town of Roxbury Sunday Morning. An investigation at the scene determined that a Jeep Cherokee was traveling west on State Highway 30 when it went off the roadway and struck an embankment. 59 year old Karen Tesi of Grand Gorge was transported to Margaretville Hospital then later air lifted by LifeNet to Albany Medical Center. Her injuries are believed to be non-life threatening.

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State Police arrested 26 year old Morgan Hopkins of Cortland for Promoting a Sexual Performance by a Child Less than 17 years of age and Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child less than 16 years of age. Hopkins is accused of promoting and possessing images consistent with child sexual exploitation. His arrest followed an investigation and the execution of a search warrant at his Cortland residence. The investigation stemmed from a cyber tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Hopkins was transported to the Cortland County Correctional Facility for arraignment.

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The State Department of Financial Services, Department of Public Service and the Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection secured more than $245 million in recoveries and restitution for New Yorkers in 2024, assisting over 71,000 New York households & returning $17.3 million to consumers, an 78% increase over 2023. Governor Hochul also proposed more consumer protection items in her State of the State and Executive Budget proposal to protect consumers shopping online, to crack down on exploitative practices.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 3-3-25

by wcdonews Posted on March 3, 2025

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-3-25

The Broome County District Attorney’s Office announced that Patrick Proefriedt of Colesville, pleaded guilty to 2nd degree Murder in Broome County Court. On June 26th, 2023, the Broome County Sheriff’s Office was called to 2208 Route 41 in the Town of Colesville for a report of a shooting, it was discovered that Proefriedt had shot his wife and newborn daughter with a crossbow. The child was pronounced dead at the scene and his wife was released from the hospital later that day with non-life-threatening injuries, Proefiedt faces a sentence up to life in prison when sentenced at a later date.

State Police at Norwich were dispatched by the Chenango County 911 Center to State Route 12 in Oxford for a report of a vehicle on fire at about 1:20 AM Saturday.  When Troopers arrived on scene, members of the Oxford Fire Department were extinguishing the fire and discovered the driver of the vehicle was deceased.  An investigation determined that while northbound on State Route 12, the Nissan SUV went off the roadway, struck a guiderail then hit a tree and caught on fire.  The driver and only occupant, is identified as 25 year old Christopher Ojuro of New Hartford. 

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies investigated an animal abuse case where multiple cats were living in a residence, the owner was advised to get the animals treatment and was provided with contacts for local humane societies and veterinary clinics, she failed to improve the living conditions of about 70 cats, the majority of the animals were voluntarily surrendered to a 3rd party. Deputies were assisted by the Heart of the Catskills Humane Society and the Delhi Veterinary Hospital in Delhi to ensure the proper care of the animals. Deputies discovered that several animals died, they arrested 66 year old Gail Kutler of Walton for 5 counts of aggravated cruelty to animals & 60 counts of animal cruelty. Kutler was taken to the Delaware County Correctional Facility where she was held for arraignment, she is scheduled to appear at a later date in the Town of Walton Court.

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State Police responded Saturday to the State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision to the report of a deceased inmate at the facility in Marcy. 22 year old Messiah Nantwi was pronounced deceased at Wynn Hospital in Utica, the circumstances surrounding his death are part of an ongoing investigation by State Police & the Department of Corrections Special Investigations.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 29 year old David Piskacek of Margaretville following a DMV records check, Piskacek’s driving privileges were suspended and revoked 25 times and he was actively on probation supervision. Deputies released Piskacek at the time and directed him to respond to Delaware County Probation at a later date. On February 19th, while at Delaware County Probation, Piskacek was arrested for aggravated unlicensed operator, operating a motor vehicle without a court ordered interlock device, and unlicensed operator. Piskacek was remanded to the Delaware County Jail on a probation violation and was directed to appear at the Town of Middletown Court at a later date.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-3-25

State Attorney General Letitia James co-led a coalition of 22 other attorneys general in filing a 2nd motion for enforcement in their ongoing lawsuit against the Trump administration’s illegal federal funding freeze. Despite multiple court orders, the administration has continued to block hundreds of millions of dollars in grants to the states from FEMA, which freezes emergency preparedness and recovery programs addressing wildfires, floods, cybersecurity threats, and more. Attorney General James and the coalition’s second motion for enforcement, seeks a court order to require the release of funds if the Trump administration is unable to provide evidence that they have been unfrozen.

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The Nate Lull Scholarship application window is now open at Nate Lull.com. $15,000 dollars will be handed out this year, so far the Scholarship has handed out $45,000 dollars to local high school seniors in our coverage area. The deadline is May 16th.

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Former Governor Andrew Cuomo announced his intention to run for New York City mayor, jumping into a crowded primary race following incumbent Mayor Eric Adams’ ongoing legal challenges. Cuomo enters the race as a significant favorite to capture the party’s nomination, polling at 38%, Cuomo resigned as governor in 2021 over allegations of sexual misconduct from 13 women.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 2-28-25

by wcdonews Posted on February 28, 2025




Sidney Village Mayor Ray Baker told WCDO News today that the closing date for the purchase of the former Acco Brands facility in Sidney is March 14th, and is being purchased by Copeland Associates of San Diego California. Initially a cannabis manufacturing facility will occupy part of the facility, with an estimated 400 employees, with another undisclosed area company planning to use the rest of the facility for storage..

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21 year old Christian Rogler of the Town of Maine, pleaded guilty in Broome County Court for Leaving the Scene of a Fatal Accident and Attempted Rape. Rogler’s guilty plea stems from two separate criminal incidents, last September in the Town of Dickinson, Rogler struck and killed Jamel Smalls of Binghamton, and fled the scene of the crash. Rogler will be sentenced to 2 and 1/3 to 7 years in State Prison, and in 2021, in Johnson City, Rogler engaged in an attempted sexual assault of an underage person, he will receive 3 and ½ years in State Prison, followed by 10 years of post-release supervision. Rogler is also required to register as a sex offender and a final no-contact order of protection will be issued for the victim. Sentencing is scheduled for May 28th.

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34 year old Kyle Oakley of South Kortright was sentenced in Delaware County Court to state prison for violating the terms of his probation. Oakley had previously pleaded guilty in 2023, to 3rd degree Burglary because of a forced entry into a seasonal residence during March of 2022, he was sentenced to a 5-year term of felony probation supervision, in subsequent court appearances, he admitted to using illegal narcotics, Driving while intoxicated, obstructing governmental administration and this week, Oakley made further admissions to violating the terms of his probation. Oakley was sentenced to an indeterminate term of imprisonment to last no less than one year and no more than three years.

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The Otsego County Solid Waste Department is continuing with the annual Plastic Film Recycling Challenge where Otsego County Schools recycle things like bread bags, Grocery bags Bubble wraps & bring it to Trex Affiliated business where the totals are counted. Kyle King of the Otsego County Solid Waste Department comments:

(Kyle King 2-28-25)

King said that last year this challenge helped divert roughly 6 tons of plastic film from the landfills and helped promote recycling practices in our school aged community. The winning schools in each division will receive an ice cream social event in the spring.

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The Jericho Arts Council & the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre present “Yesterday Once More – A Tribute to The Carpenters” Saturday Night at 7:00 PM, Council Spokesman Phil Wade Comments:

(Phil Wade 2-28-25)

Wade said that in the gallery will be the works of Scott Higby, ​For ticket Reservations Call (607) 288-3882.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 2-28-25

State Police executed a search warrant in the town of Springfield for possible animal neglect. The investigation resulted in the removal of over 2-dozen animals. 8 dogs, 13 cats and 1 turtle were in need of immediate medical care and were turned over to the care of the Susquehanna SPCA. State Police were assisted by the Otsego County Emergency Services and the DEC, The investigation is on-going, charges are likely.

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Governor Hochul & Mediator Martin Scheinman announced an agreement has been reached between striking Corrections officer & the state. The final agreement changes the “Halt Act over a phased in period, makes changes in shifts, overtime, approved leave, and the addition of a circuit breaker safety measure for inadequate staffing issues.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30 year old Joseph Schneider of Albany & 35 year old Samuel Smith of Hamilton on a number of drug charges, in North Norwich. Due to recent burglaries and larceny complaints Deputies were conducting property checks at storage units, when they observed a suspicious vehicle. Deputies located a quantity of Methamphetamine, packaging material, and a scale inside the vehicle. Schneider and Smith were taken into custody without incident. Both were arraigned and were released on their own recognizance. Schneider and Smith are to appear in the Town of North Norwich Court at a later date.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35 year old Steven Torres-Figueroa of Smyrna for 2 counts of Menacing a Police Officer and Resisting Arrest, after investigation into a disabled vehicle complaint in the Town of Smyrna. Deputies located Torres-Figueroa, who became irate that his vehicle was getting towed for being a traffic & snow removal hazard. Torres-Figueroa went into his residence and retrieved a kitchen knife and began to approach the Deputies and Troopers on scene aggressively and disobey commands to comply. Deputies and Troopers were able to subdue Torres-Figueroa, he was arraigned in Chenango County Court and remanded to the Correctional Facility on $5,000 cash bail while awaiting his next court date.

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Organizers for the annual Binghamton St. Patrick’s Day parade announced that it will be held on Saturday March 1st , it will start at 1:30 pm. at Fayette and Court Streets, a number of organizations have signed up to participate this year.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in  Laurens today from 3:00 to 7:00 PM at the Laurens High School, 55 Main Street; appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 2-27-25

by wcdonews Posted on February 27, 2025

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 2-27-25

Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35 year old Cody Borawa of Afton for Aggravated Harassment and Stalking. The investigation determined that over the course of 6 months Borawa attempted to contact the victim through emails, fake phone numbers, text messages, phone calls, third party contact through family & friends, and social media accounts after repeatedly being told to have no further communication with the victim. Borawa was released on an appearance ticket for the above charges and is to appear in the Town of Afton Court at a later date.

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43 year old Jamie Viviano of Binghamton pleaded guilty in Broome County Court to 2nd degree Burglary, after Viviano’s involvement in two separate burglaries. On August 5, 2024, Viviano unlawfully entered a residential building in Binghamton, where he stole coins from a washing machine dispenser, he repeated this crime on December 13th but during the second incident, he escalated his behavior by brandishing a knife and threatening a worker at the housing complex while stealing more quarters from the machine. Viviano had already pleaded guilty to 3rd degree burglary last November for a separate incident, due to the nature of the new conviction, his sentence will be enhanced, when he is sentenced in May to 6 years in state prison, followed by 5 years of post-release supervision.

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The Chenango County Historical Society launches the 2025 museum season with special Saturday hours from 10 am. to 4 pm. on March 1. The Community Gallery will host the works of a well known Chenango County Author & Illustrator, according to Historical society director Jessica Moquin:

(Jessica Moquin 2-27-25)

Bloom has published more than 20 books for children, including translations in Danish, French, German, and Korean. The 2025 museum season also features the launch of a new digital engagement experience, with an app that allows visitors to enhance their exhibit experience through audio clips, videos, and more. More information is available at ChenangoHistorical.org about this and other museum programs.

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Broadway In Binghamton is bring back the “Addams Family” in next month at the Forum Theatre in Binghamton, Murphy Fauci of NAC Entertainment explains:

(Murphy Fauci 2-27-25)

Tickets are available for the March 11th & 12th shows at BroadwayInBinghamton.com or by calling 607-772-1391.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 2-27-25

48-year-old Scott Mawhiney of Deposit, was sentenced to 30 years to life in prison in Broome County Court on Wednesday, after being found guilty of attempted murder & numerous other charges for the shooting of Trooper Ryan Thorp in 2021. Mawhiney shot at the trooper, missed him, but hit his patrol car, sending numerous metal fragments into Thorp’s arm, the injuries ended Thorp’s career.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 41 year old Jason Chase of Norwich & 21 year old Danielle Froelich of Cincinnatus, following a traffic stop recently in Sherburne. Both were charged with various drug charges after packaged drugs and related materials were found during a traffic stop. Chase was wanted on an active warrant for a violent felony issued by Chenango County Court. Chase was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility without bail and scheduled to appear in Town of Sherburne Court at a later date. Froelich was arraigned and released on an appearance ticket and is also scheduled to appear in Town of Sherburne Court at a later date.

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41 year old Robert Wilson was sentenced in Broome County Court to 8 years in State Prison followed by 3 years of post-release supervision for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and Criminal Possession of a Weapon. Last July, the Broome County Special Investigations Unit executed a narcotics search warrant in Binghamton, officers seized methamphetamine, cocaine, fentanyl, packaging materials, a digital scale, and $7,796 cash from suspected drug sales.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested Jesse Moore of North Norwich for Criminal Mischief, Harassment, & Assault, for allegedly injuring 2 people during an altercation on February 3rd. Moore was arraigned and remanded to the Chenango County Jail.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-26-25

by wcdonews Posted on February 26, 2025

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-26-25

State Police arrested 60 Year Old Christopher Rayford of Worcester Tuesday Night, following a physical domestic dispute involving a firearm. Troopers were dispatched to County Road 39 in Worcester, they determined that after physically assaulting a victim, Rayford destroyed property within the home and shot several rounds into the ceiling. Rayford is also accused of taking the victim’s cell phone and preventing the victim from calling for help. Troopers took Rayford into custody and the victim was checked out by Worcester EMS for injuries on scene but did not wish to be transported to a local hospital. Rayford has been charged with Reckless Endangerment, Strangulation, Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Assault, Menacing & Criminal Mischief, he was processed and was transported to the Otsego County Correctional Facility for centralized arraignment.

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State Police arrested 46 year old Clyde Stevens of Binghamton following an investigation into fraudulent prescription practices at a Rite Aid pharmacy in Endwell. Stevens is accused of illegally dispensed both controlled and non-controlled substances, The inquiry began after the company identified discrepancies in medication distribution, revealing that Stevens had dispensed quantities exceeding doctors’ prescriptions on multiple occasions. These actions resulted in a financial loss of more than $4,000 to the pharmacy. Further investigation found that Stevens also unlawfully filled prescriptions for controlled substances that had never been authorized by a medical professional. Stevens was charged with 5 counts of Criminal Sale of a Prescription for a Controlled Substance by a Practitioner or Pharmacist, 11 counts of Forgery plus Grand Larceny & 5 counts of Fraud and Deceit Related to Controlled Substances. Stevens was transported to the Broome County Correctional Facility for arraignment.

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The Norwich Police Department announced today that they have been awarded a New York State Office of Mental Health Division of Forensic Services grant and have partnered with Chenango County Behavioral Health to create a Crisis Intervention Team in the City of Norwich. The first goal of CIT programs is to transform crisis response systems to minimize the times that law enforcement officers are the first responders to individuals in emotional distress, the 2nd goal is to ensure that, in situations where their presence is required, police have the knowledge, skills, and support to deescalate situations and divert individuals from the criminal and juvenile justice systems whenever possible.

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The Chenango County Historical Society is currently accepting submissions for the 2025 issue of their annual Journal, Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin comments:

(Jessica Moquin 2-26-25)

Moquin said that complete submission guidelines or more information regarding the Journal, is available by calling (607) 334-9227 extension 2 or by email at info@chenangohistorical.org, the deadline to submit entries is March 1st.

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The Foothills Performing Arts Center has several notable shows coming up, 2 of them coming up in the next week & another in April, Spokesman Geoff Doyle explains:

(Geoff Doyle 2-26-25)

Tickets and more information about these & other shows can be found at foothillspac.org.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-26-25

Delaware County Public Health Services was notified of a positive flock of highly pathogenic avian influenza, also known as H5N1. The flock consists of 150 chickens, geese and ducks. Federal & State agencies are on site at the farm advising on depopulating, cleaning, and disinfection activities. Contact with the flock was limited to the owner. Heather Warner of the Delaware County Public Health told WCDO News what people should look for in their own flock or among wild birds near their homes:

(Heather Warner 2-25-26)

To date, there have been no human cases of avian influenza and no detections in cattle or domestic pets; it is advisable to keep children & pets away from dead birds or animals. National surveillance of milk is currently in place in multiple states including New York.

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The State Department of Health recently launched a campaign, Clear the Air!, to highlight the dangers of secondhand smoke exposure for children with asthma. Children exposed to secondhand smoke can have more frequent and severe asthma attacks; are more likely to get ear infections, bronchitis and pneumonia. There are more than 7,000 chemicals in tobacco smoke, including hundreds of toxic chemicals. About 70 of the chemicals in secondhand smoke can cause cancer. More information about secondhand smoke can be found at cdc.gov/tobacco/secondhand-smoke

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Mediation began Monday regarding the illegal walkout of Corrections Officers at a number of state facilities last week. Correction Officers who walked out are in violation of the Taylor Law & a temporary restraining order to return to work. Governor Hochul said that they state has offered an amnesty period where they could go back to work, no questions asked and they suspended portions of the HALT law, & they had to deploy 6,500 members of the National Guard to cover the inside of correction facilities and the mediation is continuing.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 2-25-25

by wcdonews Posted on February 25, 2025

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 2-25-25

Former area Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro has been nominated to head up the Federal Transit Administration. The FTA supports various transit systems nationwide, Molinaro would report to the Secretary of Transportation. Molinaro sat on the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure during his congressional tenure.

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Governor Kathy Hochul launched a new “You’re Hired” initiative to recruit public sector workers into State service. The announcement comes as the federal government prepares to lay off thousands of federal workers. Fired Federal workers can go to ny.gov/wewantyou.

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State Attorney General Letitia James announced she secured a $16.75 million lawsuit settlement from DoorDash. The settlement resulted from DoorDash misleading consumers and its delivery workers, by using the tips intended for them to subsidize the Door Dash employees guaranteed pay. Attorney General James said that DoorDash would pay employees $16.75 million in restitution and up to $1 million in administration costs.

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The State Department of Health has approved $8 million in funding for constructing a new Chase Memorial Nursing Home and Rehabilitation facility adjacent to the existing site in New Berlin. The Groundbreaking would be in the Spring of 2026, More information about the Chase Memorial Nursing Home and their affiliated facilities can be found at goodshepherdcommunities.org.

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Valley Veterinary Associates on State Route 7 in Unadilla recently added a new 3D Imaging equipment at their facility, to greatly upgrade their ability to diagnose various pet injuries or tumors, Valley Veterinary Associates owner Dr. Jon Davis explains:

(Dr. Davis 2-25-25)

Dr. Davis said that the technology is also available to other veterinarians around the region, previously they would refer pets or farm animals to Cornell University to receive a diagnosis & treatment with the 3D imaging technology.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 2-25-25

State Police arrested 24 year old Paige Wallace of Guilford for Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Criminal Possession of a Weapon. Troopers were dispatched to a report of a crash on State Highway 23 in the town of Morris, they found a vehicle that went off the roadway and struck a guiderail. Wallace failed Field Sobriety Tests, She was additionally found in possession of illicit substances and metal knuckles. Wallace was issued appearance tickets to the Morris Town Court on March 10, 2025. State Police arrested 12 people for DWI or driving while ability impaired by drugs, in Troop C, during the week of February 17th to the 23rd.

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State Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado announced that he would not seek re- election next year on the tickets with current Governor Kathy Hochul next year. Delgado said “all options are on the table”, making it possible that he may challenge Hochul for the Democratic Party Nomination for Governor. Hochul’s office announced that they have begun taking steps to identify a new running mate for 2026. Delgado previously served in Congress, serving much of the WCDO listening area in the then 19th District.

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2 Red Cross Blood Drives are being held locally today, as Blood Supplies remain low. One Drive will be held from 1 pm. – 6 pm., at the Sidney Elks Lodge, 104 River Street; another will be from 1 pm. – 5:30 pm., Walton First Baptist Church, 55 Townsend Street; make an appointments with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

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Commerce Chenango is hosting an Economic Outlook Breakfast this morning at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich. The Keynote Speaker will be Ken Entenmann of NBT, the event begin at 7:30.

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Working Solutions announced another virtual job fair for businesses & job seekers in 7 area counties, it will be held today from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. More information is available at working-solutions.org.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 2-24-25

by wcdonews Posted on February 24, 2025

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 2-24-25

Oneida County Court Judge Robert Bauer unsealed an indictment returned by an Oneida County Grand Jury, which heard evidence in the investigation into the December 9th 2024, homicide of Marcy Correctional Facility inmate Robert Brooks. 33 year old Nicholas Kieffer of Whitesboro was charged with 2nd degree Murder, 1st degree Manslaughter plus Gang Assault & Offering a False Instrument for Filing. State Police were first notified of Brooks’ death on December 10th, State Police investigated over 400 separate leads, analyzed hundreds of pieces of evidence, and the execution of 16 search warrants, the case remains an active and ongoing prosecution.

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Tickets are now on sale for Meet the Ponies annual kick-off event for the return of Binghamton Rumble Ponies Baseball at Mirabito Stadium. This year’s event will be on April 2nd at the Holiday Inn Downtown Binghamton at 5:00 PM, with the 2025 Binghamton Rumble Ponies available for autographs and photographs. Tickets are available until March 28th at bingrp.com, by calling 607-722-3866, or by visiting the Mirabito Stadium Administrative Offices. The Rumble Ponies home opener is on Tuesday, April 8th at 6:07 pm. against the Hartford Yard Goats.

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The State Department of Health announces the 25th Anniversary of its Tobacco Control Program. In recent years, the State has enacted several policies, including raising the minimum age for purchasing tobacco products, prohibiting the sale of flavored e-cigarettes or nicotine vapor products, including menthol-flavored products, and prohibiting tobacco product price discounting. More Information is available at nysmokefree.com or health.ny.gov.

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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for their annual awards, for Citizen of the Years, plus Business and non profit of the years. Nominations are due by March 20th, you can email your nominations to sidneychamberny@gmail.com, the forms are available online at files.constantcontact.com. The Annual Recognition Dinner, Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Club 55 in Sidney.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 2-24-25

A Chenango County Grand Jury indicted William Ramirez for 1st Degree Sexual Abuse, Aggravated Sexual Abuse & Forcible Touching, Ramirez is accused of forcibly touching and sexually assaulted victims at the Sherburne Earlville School Swimming pool in October of last year.

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Mirabito Energy Products announced a donation to The DICK’S Foundation’s Sports Matter Program, made possible through a partnership with Syracuse University Athletics. Mirabito spokesperson Marissa Sweeney explains:

(Marissa Sweeney 2-24-25)

The Mirabito team welcomed representatives from DICK’S Sporting Goods, to our Mirabito Energy Products location in Syracuse earlier this month, more information about the Dick’s Sporting Goods mission is available at sportsmatter.org.

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Delaware County Grand Jury returned an 8-count indictment against 69 year old Sidney Wallace of Roxbury last week, for sexual conduct and abuse of multiple minors in 2023 and 2024, the Minors were all less than 13 years of age. Wallace will face additional court action at a later date.

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A Chenango County Grand Jury Indicted Scott Wortmann on 9 counts of third-degree promoting a sexual performance by a child. The indictment accused Wortman of sending multiple explicit videos and images of a minor under 17 via text message from a residence on Pleasant Street in Norwich, in September of last year.

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State troopers responded to 5 incidents on I-88 Friday morning, during the morning commute with icy road conditions, vehicles slid off the road between Sidney & Davenport, 1 person was taken to Fox Hospital for minor injuries & was treated & released.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 2-21-25

by wcdonews Posted on February 21, 2025

WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 2-21-25

Charges have been brought against individuals involved in the beating death of inmate Robert Brooks in December at Marcy Correctional Facility. On Thursday in Oneida County Court, it was announced that individuals involved with the incident have been charged with murder, manslaughter and tampering with evidence. Charged with manslaughter were Sgt. Michael Mashaw: plus Officers David Walters & Michael Fisher, charged with Murder: Officer David Kingsley, Matthew Galliher, Nicholas Anzalone, Anthony Farina & Christopher Walrath, also, Nicholas Gentile was charged with tampering with evidence.

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20 year old Elijah O’Neill of Unadilla was sentenced to 6 months in the Delaware County Correctional Facility to be followed by five years of probation supervision. Last July 26, the Village of Sidney Police Department responded to a motor vehicle crash on River Street, Elijah O’Neill was the driver of one of the vehicles. Sgt. Dionne discovered a loaded 40 caliber Glock in the vehicle, O’Neill admitted that it was his pistol, and that he did not have a pistol permit, it was discovered that the firearm was stolen. O’Neill pleaded guilty in County Court in November & was sentenced this week.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 18 year old Kayla Gonsalves of Maryland New York with 14 counts of Grand Larceny, for allegedly using a debit card that she had no permission to use and attempted to make multiple transactions through Door Dash. Gonsalves was released on an appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Delhi Court at a later date.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Saturday in Oneonta: 2/22/2025: 10 am. – 3 pm., Southside Mall – Oneonta YMCA, 5006 NY-23; the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

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American Red Cross Blood Drives are continuing today, 1 in Cooperstown from 1:00 to 5:30 PM at St Mary’s Church, at 31 Elm Street; another will be in Oneonta from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Elm Park Methodist Church, 401 Chestnut St.; appointments can be made at the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

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The Jericho Arts Council presents Remington Ryde to the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater Saturday Night, Spokesman Phil Wade explains:

(Phil Wade 2-21-25)

Tickets are $15 at the door, or reserve tickets at (607) 288-3882.

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