WCDO NEWS MONDAY 1-27-25

by wcdonews Posted on January 27, 2025

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-27-25

Norwich Police Department arrested 23 year old Cody Amidon of Norwich for Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Reckless Endangerment, Resisting Arrest, Criminal Mischief & Unlawful Fleeing of a Police Officer. After brief vehicle pursuit, Amidon was blocked in a parking lot of the apartment complex, he refused to exit his car and struck a marked Norwich patrol vehicle with his car. Officers were eventually able to take Amidon into custody and they located a loaded .22 caliber handgun under the driver’s seat. Amidon is being held on no bail due to two prior felony convictions, as well as a New York State Parole warrant.

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45 year old Thomas Stanley of South New Berlin, pleaded guilty Delaware County Court last week to Attempted Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. On April 30, 2023, Sidney Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle with 4 individuals, including Stanley. Officers discovered that the driver, Thomas Wright, was the subject of an Order of Protection granted to a passenger of the vehicle, Wright’s car was impounded, Officers found heroin, fentanyl, and methamphetamine packaged for sale. Stanley and Wright were indicted by the Delaware County Grand Jury and charged with 6 counts of drug- related felonies. Over the course of Stanley’s case, numerous bench warrants were issued for his arrest due to his continual failure to appear in Court, On January 10th, Stanley was apprehended and remanded without bail, he will likely be sentenced to 4 years in prison & 2 years of post-release supervision.

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The State Division of Consumer Protection is warning New York consumers to be aware of Super Bowl ticket scams as game day quickly approaches. Super Bowl tickets are not typically sold to the general public but are distributed to NFL teams, franchises and others who can then resell them, scammers will pose as resellers and steal money from fans. Consumers should follow the required steps to avoid purchasing fake tickets and losing money ahead of the Super Bowl on February 9th.

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Crews in the Village of Bainbridge repaired a broken water main break on West Main Street this morning. Water was shut off in the area of the break for a few hours, the water was turned back on & affected village residents do NOT have to boil water.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-27-25

Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 28 year old Ladrina Graham of Worcester for Overdriving, Torturing and Injuring Animals; 6 counts of Failure to Provide Sustenance plus Criminal Possession of a Weapon. Graham was arrested following a complaint of an injured dog in the town of Worcester, after filing for a search warrant and finding a deceased dog and 5 living dogs in unsanitary conditions, Graham was arrested, processed and released on an appearance ticket returnable to Town of Worcester Court at a later date. The deceased dog was sent to Cornell University for a necropsy and further charges are pending at this time.

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29 year old Tyler Long of Sidney pleaded guilty to Failure to Register an Internet Account, after the Delaware County Probation advised the Sidney Police that Long, who was a registered sex offender, had 6 separate unregistered email accounts, an offender is required to notify his supervising officer of any internet account within 10 days of its creation. Long appeared in Delaware County Court, Long will be sentenced to a term of 1 to 3 years in state prison, Sentencing is set for March 17th.

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23 year old Gage Pankiewicz of Walton pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in Delaware County Court last week. On September 4, 2024, Delaware County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at a residence in Walton on suspicion of drug trafficking. Forcible entry was made, and deputies arrested Pankiewicz, among other suspects, methamphetamine & fentanyl was recovered, along with packaging, scales, and a rifle. Pankiewicz will be sentenced on March 18th, likely to a term of 5 years of felony probation supervision.

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The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office says 63-year-old Dale Davis of Edmeston is facing charges, after he lost control of his pickup truck in Bridgewater Saturday and rolled down a hill. Davis is accused of striking a female EMT in the face, who was trying to help him out of the truck in the face. Davis is charged with Aggravated DWI and Obstructing Emergency Medical Services. He was arraigned and released on a future court date.

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An American Red Cross Blood drive is being held in Sidney today until 6:00 PM at the American Legion Post at 22 Union Street; Appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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Commerce Chenango is moving around the corner from their previous location on South Broad Street today. Commerce Chenango will be located at 19 East Main Street in Norwich, that will free up the previous location for another retail establishment.–

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 1-24-25

by wcdonews Posted on January 24, 2025

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 1-24-25

A Delaware County Grand Jury returned a 2-count indictment against 36 year old Benjamin Combes of New Lisbon, for Course of Sexual Conduct Against a Child, & Predator Sexual Assault against a child. Combes is accused of engaging in acts of sexual conduct against a child less than 13 years old, he faces up to 25 years in prison and 20 years of post-release supervision, Combes is currently incarcerated in Otsego County for unrelated charges. He is scheduled to be transported to Delaware County Court for arraignment on January 28th. .

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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office was made aware of a scam that has been circulating, where someone claims to be working with the Sheriff’s Office and asking for money for missing court dates. Sheriff Cutting announced that members of the Sheriff’s Office do not call asking for money regarding criminal matters, and anyone with further questions can call the Sheriff’s Office at 607-334-2000

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Governor Hochul is proposing $8 million dollars in her executive budget to strengthen security at the Northern Border by adding more state troopers:

(Hochul 1-24-25)

There have been increased numbers of illegal Immigrants crossing the norther border with Canada coming from Mexico & Central American Countries, and they are suspected of sneaking in illicit drugs, after crackdowns at the Southern Border.

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22 school districts were designated in some level of fiscal stress under State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli’s Fiscal Stress Monitoring System for the school year ending this June, up from 16 districts in fiscal stress last year. The low number of districts with stress designations largely reflects recent increases in state and federal aid, there were no districts within the WCDO listening on the list this year.

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A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 1-24-25

State Police executed a search warrant at a property on Mudge King Road in the town of North Norwich Wednesday night as part of an investigation into possible animal neglect. Over 4 dozen animals were removed, including 30 horses, all animals were all in need of medical care & were taken to various animal rescue locations around the region, Police located multiple deceased animals on the property. The landowners are cooperating with State Police, who were assisted by the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office, Chenango County Office of Emergency Management, the Susquehanna SPCA, Chenango County SPCA, and numerous animal care professionals and advocates. The investigation is on-going.

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The Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors approved $273 million in financial assistance for water infrastructure improvement projects across New York State. Locally, Funding was approved for the City of Norwich for $4 million in grant and interest-free financing for the planning, design, and construction of wastewater treatment plant upgrades, the Village of Sherburne receives $3.7 million grant for the planning, design, and construction of wastewater treatment plant upgrades.

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The State DEC announced $342,500 in grants were awarded to 17 municipalities across the state to purchase or lease zero-emission light- and medium-duty fleet vehicles as part of the Municipal Zero-Emission Vehicle Rebate Program. The 2024 round of the program is making 17 awards to municipalities, Recipients of the 2024 rebate awards include the City of Binghamton, with $15,000 for 3 battery electric vehicles & the Town of Oneonta, with $7,500 for one battery electric vehicle.

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Various Law Enforcement Officials in Broome County joined with the Lindsey family, to express their opposition to the potential parole of James Wales, the convicted murderer of 12-year-old Cheri Lindsey in 1984. Wales was convicted for rape and murder, he has been denied parole 5 times since becoming eligible in 2017, he is scheduled for consideration by the New York State Parole Board.

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The Oneonta Rotary & the Otsego County Department of Health announced the installation of 5 new Narcan Boxes throughout the county as part of its ongoing efforts to combat the opioid epidemic. The vending machines are located in Cherry Valley, Edmeston, Cooperstown, and Richfield Springs, the Oneonta Narcan Box is located at the Elm Park Methodist Church.

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The Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre and Gallery Presents The Kevin Prater Band Saturday night, Jericho Arts Council Spokesman Phil Wade Comments:

(Phil Wade)

Ticket Reservations are available by calling (607) 288-3882.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 1-23-25

by wcdonews Posted on January 23, 2025

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 1-23-25

Governor Kathy Hochul announced that her plan to restrict smartphone use in schools statewide, following the findings of a report with recommendations gathered from a statewide tour this past year with students, parents and teachers regarding excessive smartphone use in schools:

(Hochul 1-23-25)

This Proposal Will Requires Schools To Give Parents a Way to Contact Students, Schools Will Have Flexibility To Create Their Own Implementation Plan; the state budget plan unveiled this week will designate $13.5 Million for Pouches, Cubbies or Other Storage Devices.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office assisted State Police & the Susquehanna SPCA Wednesday with a Search Warrant after an investigation of Animal Cruelty at a residence in the Town of North Norwich. This search warrant led to the seizure of dozens of animals, The investigation is still on going and more details will be released shortly.

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23 year old Dakota Mann of Walton appeared in Delaware County Court and was sentenced to an indeterminate prison term of between 2 and 4 years for Criminal Contempt and an additional year for 3rd degree Assault. On May 17, 2024, Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to a Walton residence for an ongoing Domestic Dispute, where Mann assaulted 2 people, Walton Police Department and State Police also responded, they discovered that there was an order of protection for 1 of the victims, Man was arrested & was was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility. On July 1, Mann assaulted a fellow inmate, & was charged with 2nd degree Assault, Mann pleaded guilty in Delaware County Court last year, his plea agreement was vacated, on Tuesday his sentencing recommendation was increased.

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U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today discussed her “Child Care Workforce and Facilities Act” to address the nationwide shortage of affordable child care, as nearly two-thirds of New Yorkers live in communities that lack adequate access to child care, a share higher than in all but 4 states.

(Gillibrand 1-23-25)

Gillibrand’s bill would provide federal funding to help establish child care centers and to train workers to meet local needs for child care services, especially in rural communities.

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The State Labor Department announced today that the number of private sector jobs in New York State increased by 7,200, to over 8.4 Million in December. The State’s Unemployment rate held constant at 4.4% in December 2024, The statewide labor force participation rate held constant at 61.2% in December 2024.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 1-23-25

Local Lawmakers have had their 1st look at Governor Hochul’s executive budget proposal this week, State Senator Peter Oberacker said that he has concerns about the use of unexpected higher revenues, but he did like a program benefitting all students:

(Senator Oberacker 1-23-25)

Oberacker said that he is on the Senate budget committee, and their meetings will begin next week, the budget is due April 1st.

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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office will be attending the CDO Workforce Veteran & Community Job Fair at the VFW Post 2782 located at 61 East Main St in Norwich today from 11:00am until 1:00pm. The Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for Correction Officers, Cooks and Registered Nurses.

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THE AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE IS Today FROM 11:30-4:30 P.M. AT GUERNSEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY, 3 COURT STREET IN NORWICH. Appointments can be made with the blood donor app, at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-redcross.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 1-22-25

by wcdonews Posted on January 22, 2025

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 1-22-25

49 year old Keith Audette of Hamden, appeared in Delaware County Court and was sentenced to a 5-year term of probation supervision for the crime of Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs. Audette had previously appeared in Delaware County Court in November and entered a plea of guilty to the charge, he had been previously convicted of Operating a Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated in Chenango County Court in 2015, he also admitted that he drove a motor vehicle in the Village of Walton on April 9, 2024, while under the influence of methamphetamine. Audette was also ordered to pay fines, fees, and a surcharge at a total amount of $1,570, his license was revoked, and he was ordered to provide a sample of his DNA for inclusion in the state DNA data base. If he violates any of the terms of probation, he may be re-sentenced to one and one third to four years in state prison.

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Deposit & Windsor Firefighters responded to a basement fire in on 2nd Street in Deposit shortly before 7:00 PM Tuesday Night. Deposit Fire crews found the fire in the basement of a 2 story home, no injuries were reported, the cause of the fire is under investigation.

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With the cold stretch that we are currently experiencing, Delaware County DPW spokesman Tyson Robb reminds people on what to do with ashes from their wood stoves:

(Tyson Robb 1-22-25)

Robb said that the county policy is to not accept ashes at the landfill under any circumstances.

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Gilbertville Mount Upton Superintendent Annette Hammond announced that she will retire following the completion of her 10th year as superintendent and 16th overall at GMU. Hammond became GMU’s middle/high school principal in August 2009, and was named superintendent in August 2015. The District will begin conducting a search for a new Superintendent shortly.

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CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION IS HAVING A FREE ENERGY WORKSHOP today from 5:30 TO 7:00 PM, AT THE COOPERATIVE EXTENSION CHENANGO OFFICE AT 99 NORTH BROAD STREET IN NORWICH. RSVP’s are encouraged at 607-366-0833.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 1-22-25

State Police responded yesterday afternoon to at about 3:50 pm to a 3-vehicle crash at the intersection of State Highway 7 and County Highway 9 in the town of Oneonta. A preliminary investigation determined that a BMW was traveling on State Highway 7 when it struck a Toyota from behind while the Toyota was waiting to turn left onto County Highway 9, the Toyota was pushed into the path of a Chevrolet SUV and they collided head-on. The operator of the BMW, a 76-year-old male was pronounced deceased on scene, it is unknown at this time whether he died as a result of the collision or if he suffered a medical event. The operator of the Toyota, a 24-year-old male was transported to A.O Fox Hospital, The operator of the Chevrolet SUV, a 52-year-old male with 3 children were checked out on scene but not transported. The investigation is on-going.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 43 year old Randall Harmon of Sherburne for Criminal Contempt & Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, after he violated specific conditions of an Order of Protection. Members of the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office & Parole Officers made a home visit, in the home Officers located a female subject & a child, who had an order of protection against Harmon, Officers seized methamphetamine. Harmon was taken to the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office for processing, he was then remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on an active Parole Warrant as a result of the previous charges.

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23 year old Bryce Farrell of Sidney appeared in Delaware County Court and pleaded guilty to Attempted Burglary, he admitted that on July 28, 2023, in the Village of Walton, he entered a building he did not have permission to be in for the purpose of committing a crime, 3 days later, an individual reported to Walton Police Department that his residence had been broken into and a safe stolen. Investigators reviewed security footage, identified Farrell as one of the burglars, an arrest warrant was issued & Farrell was apprehended by State Police in November. Judge Hubbard ordered the Delaware County Probation Department to conduct a pre-sentencing report. His sentencing is tentatively scheduled for March 11th.

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American Red Cross Blood Drives are continuing, a drive will be held today from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts Center on Market Street in Oneonta, appointments can be made at 1-800 REDCROSS, with the blood donor app or at redcrossblood.org.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 1-21-25

by wcdonews Posted on January 21, 2025

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 1-21-25

Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled the State Executive Budget proposal today in Albany, totaling 252 Billion Dollars, an increase of 3.6% over last year’s budget. Hochul discussed 3 plans to assist working class families in the Budget proposal:

(Hochul 1-21-25)

The increase in the budget follows an 8% state revenue increase over the last year, the Governor also discussed the continuance of plans to build more housing & changing the formula for state aid to school district and to stay on top of the state’s crumbling roads & infrastructure due to the tough winter weather.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 59 year old Karen Bryant of Greene & 71 year old Nancy Nowalk of Greene in connection with the misconduct investigation by the Greene Central School District. The woman were arrested Saturday after Greene Schoo Officlas reported that a 9-year-old female student had been “physically attacked” on a school bus by a school employee while in the Town of Masonville on Wednesday, January 8th. Video evidence revealed that Bryant struck the student “multiple times”, while Nowalk, failed to report it to the district. Bryant and Nowalk have been charged with Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Bryant was also charged with Harassment, they were released on appearance tickets for the Town of Masonville Court at a later date.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 23 year old Brandon King of Norwich for Burglary, Rape, 2 counts of Menacing and Criminal Obstruction of Breathing. Deputies responded to a Trespass in progress complaint, they located the female victim inside the residence, they determined that King unlawfully entered the victim’s residence, pointed a firearm at her, then displayed a knife and held it to the victim’s throat before forcing the victim to engage in sexual intercourse, a phone call was received from family members and the victim explained the situation, they contacted Police and King fled the scene on foot, he was later located in Utica and taken into custody. King was processed & was remanded without bail to the Chenango County Correctional Facility and is to appear in the Town of Norwich Court at a later date.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 42 year old Natasha Meeks of the Town of Otselic for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, Tampering with Physical Evidence, and Criminal Mischief. Last April the Sheriff’s Office received a complaint from a victim that items were stolen from a property in the Town of Plymouth, at the end of the investigation, the case was presented to a Chenango County grand jury, and Following the indictment, an arrest warrant was issued. Meeks turned herself into the Detectives at the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office earlier this month, she was processed, arraigned in the Chenango County Court, and was Released in her own recognizance, she is scheduled to appear in the Chenango County Court at a later date.

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A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 1-21-25

With the Cold Weather Advisory in effect, People who must go outside are advised to dress with many layers of clothing, wear a mask or scarf to keep from inhaling the cold air, wear a hat or hood, as 40% of body heat can escape through an uncovered head.

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The American Red Cross announced that if local residents donate Blood this month, they can enter for a chance to win 2 tickets to the Super Bowl in New Orleans. There are 2 Blood Drives in Oneonta today, one from 12:00 Noon until 5:00 PM at the Oneonta Elks Lodge on Chestnut Street and another from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the St. James Episcopal Church at 205 Main Street. Donations can be made with the Blood Donor app, at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-redcross.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 1-20-25

by wcdonews Posted on January 20, 2025

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-20-25

The Raymond Corporation in Greene is holding a job Fair tomorrow at their Facility in Greene, Raymond President Michael Field Comments:

(Michael Field 1-21-25)

The Job Fair will run from 12:00 Noon until 6:00 PM< more information is available at info.raymondcorp.com/jobfair

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Governor Hochul will present the Fiscal Year 2026 Executive Budget on Tuesday, January 21st at 1:00 PM, at the New York State Capitol Red Room in Albany. The budget will outline how much the governor is looking to spend on programs unveiled last week in the State of the State Address.

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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce is holding their next General Membership meeting tomorrow morning. The meeting will begin @ 7:30 am at the back of Bob’s Diner.

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A.M. NEWS MONDAY 1-20-25

Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies & the Delhi Police Department with a suspicious person/drug complaint in Delhi. The Delhi Police Department located 1 of the suspected vehicles, while Deputies located the second vehicle. Deputies located a quantity of Fentanyl, Methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia and a loaded handgun within the vehicle and on the occupants. Deputies arrested 29 year old Kenneth Dillmann of Stamford on various drug & weapons charges, plus Aggravated Unlicensed Operator, Also arrested was 23 year old Deanna Eignor of Delhi for various drug & weapons charges, Additionally, a third unidentified individual was arrested and charged with driving while ability is impaired by the use of drugs by the Delhi Police Department. All 3 were transported to the Delaware County Sheriffs Office to await the Centralized Processing Arraignment Court.

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Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 41 year old Shawn Taylor of Utica on a variety of drug charges following a a month-long investigation into drug sales, Taylor is accused of traveling to Chenango County from Utica and selling Crack Cocaine. On January 17th, 2025 a search warrant was executed in the City of Norwich on Taylor and his vehicle, a quantity of packaged Crack Cocaine was located. Taylor was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office for processing. Taylor is currently being held without bail at the Chenango County Correctional Facility.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 1-17-25

by wcdonews Posted on January 17, 2025

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 1-17-25

Norwich Police Department, and New York State Parole concluded an investigation into a Level III Sex Offender who was using social media without registering his account, as well as violating his parole conditions. Additionally, the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office has separate charges as well. 44 year old Joshua Clifton of Norwich was charged with, Failure to Register & on a State Parole Violation Warrant, for allegedly using an unregistered Instagram account where he had access to juveniles and activity in violation of his Level III Sex Offender status, Clifton is being held at the Norwich Police Department, pending arraignment, The investigation is ongoing, and more charges are expected.

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Delaware County Sheriff and current President of the NYS Sheriff’s Association, Craig DuMond, announced the roll out of the Sheriff’s Associations “Blue Envelope” Program, Sheriff DuMond told WCDO News how it works:

(Sheriff DuMond 1-17-25)

Sheriff DuMond said that any driver on the Autism Spectrum can ask for a blue envelop in person or by phone to a law enforcement agency or request to have one mailed to their home address, that they can fill out & have in their vehicles in case they are pulled over.

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The Otsego County Health Department reported that a raccoon in the town of Laurens, tested positive for rabies. All people & animals exposed to the raccoon are receiving medical care. More information about rabies is available at 607-547-4230 or at the Health Department’s page at Otsegocountyny.gov.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 37 year old Matthew Walsh of Sidney For 3rd degree Grand Larceny. Walsh was arrested last August on multiple felony and misdemeanor charges related to an identity theft investigation, earlier this week he was additionally charged with Grand Larceny, Walsh was located with the help is the Sidney Police Department, Walsh was turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility Centralized Arraignment where he was released on his own recognizance and directed to appear at the Village of Sidney court at a later date to answer for the charge.

A.M. NEWS Friday 1-17-25

The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 33 year old Gary Garbera of Oneonta following an investigation into a property damage motor vehicle accident on East Street in Oneonta. Garbera fled the vehicle and after a search of the immediate area, he was located and taken into custody without further incident. Garbera was charged with Criminal Possession of a Firearm, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Use Drug Paraphernalia, Resisting Arrest, Felony DWI, Operating Motor Vehicle Impaired by Drugs, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation and Numerous NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law Violations, he was processed and released on an Appearance Ticket returnable to Town of Oneonta Court at a later date.

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New York State Office of General Services will hold the 5th annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and legacy, with guest speakers, live performances, and the premiere of the 2025 film tribute “We Press On: New York State Celebrates the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.”. A welcome reception will begin at 5:30 p.m. at the base of the Egg, and the formal program will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Empire State Plaza Convention Center.

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Broome County Executive Jason Garnar began his term as president of the New York State County Executives’ Association this week. The Association is an affiliate of the State Association of Counties and represents the 19 counties that have county executives as their chief elected official. These counties, including the City of New York, represent more than 16 million New Yorkers.

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Governor Hochul will present the Fiscal Year 2026 Executive Budget on Tuesday, January 21st at 1:00 PM, at the New York State Capitol Red Room in Albany.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 1-16-25

by wcdonews Posted on January 17, 2025

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 1-16-25

Governor Hochul Delivered her State of the State Address to a joint session of the legislature Tuesday in Albany, local Assemblyman Joe Angelino comments:

(Angelino 1-16-25)

Angelino said that the Budget Address with all the details behind the Governor’s agenda will be unveiled on January 21st.

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John Pierre Regazzi was sentenced to a state prison term of no less than two years and no more than six years for violating the terms of his probation sentence. Law Enforcement responded in August of 2021, August 1st of 2024, October 11th of 2024 for a number of issues regarding Regazzi for Burglaries, Assault, & violating the terms of probation, in November, the Delaware County Grand Jury returned a one count Indictment charging Regazzi with Criminal Contempt. Regazzi was brought before Judge Rosa Wednesday for sentencing, where the DA”s office asked for the maximum sentence allowable under the law due to Regazzi’s latest violent charges and for his willful disobedience of the Court’s orders, from 3 different courts.

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In light of California’s devastating wildfires and the increasing frequency and severity of climate disasters across the country, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is calling for state-federal cooperation to ensure that New York is fully prepared to respond to wildfires and other threats. Gillibrand commented about reaching out to state officials to see what can be done in New York State:

(Gillibrand 1-16-25)

Gillibrand said that New York State is not immune from the perils of wildfires, following last years Catskill’s Fires, New York City’s battle against brush fires & the previous years poor air quality from the Canadian Wildfires.

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Mirabito Philanthropy, announced that their Golf Tournament from last year raised over $150,000 to various Charities. The Golf Tourney brought together Mirabito Energy Products customers, partners, employees and family members together for golf at the Turning Stone courses, money raised went to such charities as the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Make-A-Wish, the Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital, the Roswell Park Cancer Center & the Boys & Girls Clubs, among many others. This year’s Golf Fundraiser will be held June 11th & 12th, more information is available at Mirabito.com.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 1-16-25

The family of Robert Brooks filed a federal civil rights lawsuit on Wednesday after Brooks was beaten by correctional officers at Marcy Correctional Facility and died at an area hospital the following day in December. The New York State Attorney General’s Office has stepped back from the investigation, the case has been turned over to Onondaga County District Attorney’s office for the officials investigation. The Lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Northern District of New York is against 17 defendants who are directly or indirectly involved in Brooks case.

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The Transportation Security Administration officers confiscated a total of 23 handguns, at upstate New York Airports last year. All weapons were found during the routine screening of carry-on luggage. Locally, No firearms were intercepted at Greater Binghamton Airport or Ithaca Tompkins International Airport.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a missing person, last seen in the Town of Chenango. 69 Year old Adib “Eddie” Rouhana, of Vestal was last seen on Saturday, January 11th around Noon in the 1100 block of Upper Front St. in the Town of Chenango, report any tips, video footage, sightings, or information to the Broome County Sheriff’s Office at Tip Line at (607) 778-1196.

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The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual State of the County Breakfast today at SUNY Oneonta’s Morris Hall, starting at 8:00 AM.

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