P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-26-13

by wcdonews Posted on July 26, 2013

The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division arrested 23 year old Alexander Phelan of Bainbridge for Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Possessing a Hypodermic Instrument, Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia and Unlawful Possession of Marihuana.  The Sheriff’s Office seized Heroin, Marihuana, Prescription Medication, Scales, Packaging Material, and Cash; Phelan was arraigned in the Town of Bainbridge Court and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $10,000 cash bail.

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Delaware county department of Public Works will need to close off the main street bridge in Sidney for 4 days, starting next Tuesday, in order to repair a pothole issues that involves the concrete deck under the asphalt.  County DPW Commissioner Wayne Reynolds explains:

 

(Wayne Reynolds 7-26-13)

 

Reynolds said that message board would be in place to remind motorists of the bridge closure and any changes that may occur.  The main street bridge project will begin next Tuesday & should be completed Friday.

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The Chenango county sheriff’s department arrested 32-year-old Robert Roberts of Norwich for 2 counts of Felony Criminal Possession of Stolen Property and 1Count of Petty Larceny.  Roberts is accused of using stolen credit cards, he was arraigned in the Town of Norwich Court and remanded to the Chenango county jail on $1000 cash bail. The investigation is ongoing and additional charges are pending following the examination of evidence.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies investigated a one-car accident on State Highway 206 in the Town of Colchester. 22-year-old Larissa Hughes of Walton lost control of her vehicle and went into the ditch; she traveled 75 yards and flipped over twice before coming to a rest.  Hughes was not injured; she was ticketed for failure to keep right.

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State Financial Services officials announced a set of nation-leading reforms to help protect consumers against abusive and deceptive debt collection practices. The reforms propose to cut down on repeat harassing phone calls; guard against the collection of ‘zombie debts’ that have already expired; prevent companies from trying to collect debts from the wrong consumer for the wrong amount of money due to poor record keeping, The proposed regulation will be published in the state register shortly and will be subject to a 45-day notice and comment period.

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The National Baseball Hall of Fame Weekend is today through Sunday in Cooperstown, featuring the Awards Presentation Sunday.  The inductions of pioneering umpire Hank O’Day, former Yankees owner Jacob Ruppert and 19th Century star Deacon White will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday at the Clark Sports Center, they will also pay tribute to 12 individuals previously counted among the Hall’s roster of members who never had a formal induction due to wartime restrictions. The Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be live on MLB Network.

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The Norwich Bluegrass Festival has been a summer staple in the area for more than two decades. This year’s event will take place today through Sunday at the Chenango County Fairgrounds, in Norwich.  Friday and Saturday tickets are available at the gate for a $25 fee.   Promoters anticipate many attendees from outside the area from as far away as Florida, Tennessee & North Carolina, in addition to the local area residents.  Music will begin Friday at noon, with an open mike, followed by various popular bluegrass bands.

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A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 7-26-13

by wcdonews Posted on July 26, 2013

Saturday will be Cullman Community day at Keith Clark Park In Sidney, with a variety of races in the morning, and other activities scheduled for the afternoon hours.  Cullman Director Amy Williams comments:

 

(Amy Williams 7-26-13)

 

New this year is a talent show at 1:00 at the Pavilion in Keith Clark Park, Spokesman John Woodyshek explains:

 

(John Woodyshek 7-26-13)

 

Those who would like to secure a spot on the Talent Show can call 563-1087.  Those who would like to register from some of races on Saturday can contact the Cullman Center at 563-7529.

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The Greater Greene Chamber of Commerce will host their 37th Annual Arts and Crafts festival on Genesee Street in downtown Greene tomorrow. Greene Chamber President John Shearer explains:

 

(John Shearer 7-26-13)

 

The annual event is one of the biggest draws each year in the village of Greene, they will have many arts, crafts & food vendors set up along Genesee Street in downtown Greene.

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Downtown Norwich will be feature art, food and music today at 4:00 PM for the monthly Fourth Friday art walk and shows.  A complete list of participating artist’s and merchants is available at the Artists’ Palette; more information is available at 244-1445.

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P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 7-25-13

by wcdonews Posted on July 25, 2013

Governor Cuomo today signed legislation that will make the killing of a police animal a felony. Specially trained police animals, are relied upon by law enforcement to keep New Yorkers safe, the new law will make the killing of a police dog or a police horse while it is performing its duties a class E felony. Previously, the crime was described as a Class “A” misdemeanor.  The new law takes effect this November 1st.

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State Police CNET team arrested 32 year old Brian Russell of Johnson City, 24 year old Jacob Parr of Johnson city and 32 year old Dane Ellis of Chenango Bridge, for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, & Unlawful Manufacture of Methamphetamine, Russell & Parr were stopped in Town of Chenango, a search of the vehicle lead to the discovery of a mobile meth laboratory, ELLIS was also stopped in another vehicle where police located components used to manufacture meth.   All 3 were arraigned and were remanded to the Broome County jail without bail.

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The Sidney chamber of commerce will hold the annual “arts & Music Festival Saturday on Main street in Sidney.  Chamber President Kerri Green explains:

 

(Kerri Green 7-25-13)

 

Green said that the day would run from 9:00 in the morning through about 8:00 PM

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The Binghamton Zoo announced the birth of a male Red Panda, “Zhin-Li “, the first of its species to be born at the zoo. The cub was born on June 18th  & thriving. There are 175 red pandas located in zoos throughout the United States and Canada,  Zhin-Li may not be viewable for several months, as he is with his mother in a nesting box.

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The state Department of Health improperly paid hospitals $7.8 million for lengthy acute care admissions because hospitals billed Medicaid for higher levels of care than was actually delivered to patients, according to an audit by State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli.  94 claims cost the state $10.6 million, as they were improperly billed because the hospitals should have billed for the Alternative care that was actually provided. DiNapoli recommended that the Health Department Recover the $7.8 million in inappropriate payments, notify hospitals of the correct way to bill for Alternative Care; the audit is available @ osc.state.ny.us/audits.

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State Police Superintendent Joseph D’Amico announced the death of Trooper Winston Martindale, who died Wednesday of complications from an injury he sustained in while responding to the crash of 2 airplanes in Waywanda 2 years ago. Trooper Martindale fell on a piece of equipment while clearing wreckage, causing internal bleeding to his abdomen, he continued to assist at the site for 6 hours after the injury.  Trooper Martindale was 40 years old, and was a 7-year veteran of the State Police.

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State Senator Jim  Seward will be in Delaware County, tomorrow, to  take part in the 83rd Annual Delaware County Dairy Tour hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Delaware County.  Seward is a member of the senate agriculture committee, he will visit farms in the towns of Kortright, Stamford, and Harpersfield, more information is available at  ccedelaware.org.

 

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A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 7-25-13

by wcdonews Posted on July 25, 2013

The New York State Police continue to look for qualified candidates who are interested in becoming State Troopers. The State Police is seeking candidates who meet the qualifications to take the trooper examination which will be offered on four separate Saturdays in October in New York City.  Those interested can apply on-line at: www.NYTROOPER.com, or at (917) 492-7126.

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Governor Cuomo released new statistics showing the health benefits for New Yorkers of reduced exposure to 2nd hand smoke, including reductions in heart attack hospitalizations.  Yesterday was the 10th anniversary of the New York State Clean Indoor Air Act, A study by the Department of Health shows that since passage of the Clean Indoor Air Act, hospitalizations for heart attacks has decreased by 3,800 a year, The percentage of middle and high school students exposed to cigarette smoke decreased by at least 33%.  More information is available at health.ny.gov.

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The Afton central school district board of education will hold a special board meeting this afternoon.  The board will discuss the 1908 building project bids at the meeting, which will be held in the high school library starting at 4:00 PM.

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The State DOT will conduct a public hearing tonight the State Route 80 project in the Town of Otsego.   The hearing is tonight at 6:00 p.m. in the Cooperstown High School Auditorium, Construction of the project is tentatively scheduled to begin in the winter of 2014.  More information is available at 721-8575.

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P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-24-13

by wcdonews Posted on July 24, 2013

State Police at Sidney arrested 36-year-old Brian Johns of Franklin, for Criminal Possession of a Control Substance, Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle and Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs.  The arrest resulted from a traffic accident investigation on State Route 357 in Franklin where Johns was found possessing 11 packets of heroin in his vehicle.  Johns was also accused of operating the vehicle while impaired by drugs and without the permission of the owner.  Johns was arraigned in Town of Delhi Court and remanded to the Delaware County Jail in lieu of $50,000 cash bail.

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The Chenango county Department of public works will be holding their annual household hazardous waste collection day on September 14th, but residents with items to dispose of, need to register quickly, according to spokesperson Pat Pittsley:

(Pat Pittsley 7-24-13)

Pittsley said that the DPW offices would be open starting at 7:00 AM each day for those looking to register.  More information is available at 337-1792.

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The Chenango county sheriff’s department arrested 28 year old Kyle Braman of Binghamton for 1 count each of 2nd degree Rape, Criminal Sexual Act and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. The arrest followed an investigation into an incident in the Village of Sherburne in July where Braman allegedly performed sexual acts with a 14-year-old female. Braman was arraigned in the Town of North Norwich court and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional facility on $10,000 cash bail until his next court appearance of July 26th.

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The State Police Special Investigations Unit arrested 49-year-old Anthony Vaccaro of Windsor, for Grand Larceny and Falsifying Business Records.  Vaccaro is accused of stealing, transporting and re-selling stolen fuel to cash paying customers at a discounted rate; he is accused of stealing over $80,000 dollars worth of fuel.  Vaccaro was indicted by a Grand Jury and he was arraigned and was remanded to the Tioga County Jail on $5,000 bail or $10,000 bond pending additional court action.

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The Joint Landowners Coalition of New York held a rally at the Holiday Inn Arena in downtown Binghamton Tuesday, they called on Governor Cuomo & State lawmakers to allow natural gas drilling to proceed again after the 5 year wait:  Coalition spokesman Dan Fitzsimmons comments:

(Dan Fitzsimmons)

Assemblyman Cliff Crouch & Broome County Executive Debbie Preston attended yesterdays’ rally, Governor Cuomo stated that he would make a decision on Hydraulic Fracturing by next year’s elections.

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Governor Cuomo today announced more than $1.8 million to provide low-income senior New Yorkers with access to farmers’ markets across the state.  The funding will provide over 100,000 seniors with access to healthy food at 470 farmers’ markets.   Eligible recipients must be age 60 or older and meet the income eligibility requirement. More information is available at 1-800-554-4501.

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A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-24-13

by wcdonews Posted on July 24, 2013

State Police in Oneonta investigated a 2-car fatal motor vehicle accident on State Route 23 in the Town of Oneonta Tuesday morning.  The investigation revealed that 66-year-old Francis Gesel of Massachusetts crossed into the westbound lane into the path of a Hyundai operated by 62-year-old Terry Church of Oneonta.  Gesel was transported to Fox Hospital for a broken foot and chest pain, Church was pronounced dead at the scene by Otsego County Coroner James Hurley. The investigation is continuing.

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Governor Cuomo announced that Estate Tax refunds are available to qualified spouses of same-sex couples, as a result of the recent United States Supreme Court decision, in which the Court held that section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act is unconstitutional. Taxpayers impacted by this change should contact the New York State Taxpayer Information Center at 518-457-5387.

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Chenango county sheriffs department arrested 44-year-old Michael Pollock of Pharsalia for Felony DWI, Felony Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle, Unlicensed Operator, and Failure to Keep Right.   Pollock was stopped for moving violations in the Town of Preston, he is accused of operating a motor vehicle in an intoxicated state, with an expired driver’s license, and his driving privileges were revoked from a prior DWI.  Pollock was processed and released to appear at a later date in the Town of Preston Court.

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The Chenango county sheriffs department arrested 25-year-old Michael Gulotty of Norwich on an active Arrest Warrant out of the Town of Norwich Court for 2nd degree Aggravated Harassment.  Gulotty is accused of calling and sending text messages to the victim after being warned by the Sheriff’s Office to stop.  Gulotty was arraigned at the Town of Preston Court & was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility in lieu of a $2,500 cash bail pending action in the Town of Preston Court at a later date.

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P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-23-13

by wcdonews Posted on July 23, 2013

State Police in Oneonta are currently investigating a two-vehicle fatal motor vehicle accident that occurred on State Route 23 and County Route 11, in the Town of Oneonta, at around 8:45 this morning.  State Route 23 is closed in both directions.  County Route 11 is closed just at the intersection.  Local fire department personnel are assisting with traffic at the intersections.  The investigation is ongoing and more information will be given when available.

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This Saturday will be Cullman Community day in Sidney at Keith Clark Park.  Cullman Director Amy Williams told WCDO news of some of the events scheduled:

 

(Amy Williams 7-23-13)

 

Those who would like to register from some of races can contact the Cullman Center at 563-7529.  Williams said that there would also be a talent show at 1:00 and various activities for children throughout the event.

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A boil water order was issued for the Village of Unadilla Friday afternoon until Saturday night.  Unadilla Mayor Dave Welch explains what the issue was & how it was handled:

 

(Dave Welch 7-23-13)

 

Mayor Welch said that all drinking water is safe in the village and the random testing will continue to insure continued safety.

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State Police at Greene arrested 50-year-old Joey Burns of Greene for 4th degree Criminal Mischief & Driving While Intoxicated with a BAC result of .15 %.   The arrest resulted from a traffic accident at a residence on County Route 9 in Greene; Burns was issued tickets returnable to the Town of Greene Court on July 25th.

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Norwich & Sherburne firefighters successfully stopped a small fire at the Chobani yogurt company offices on Route 320 in the town of Norwich Monday.  Fire investigators reported that the fire started from workers using cutting torches to remove old pipes, no injuries were reported and the fire was extinguished in less than 30 minutes.

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Former governor David Paterson may run for Congress, for the seat occupied by Charles Rangel.  Rangel may decide to retire this year, has not yet announced his intentions.  Paterson previously served much of Rangel’s district as a state senator prior to becoming Governor following Elliot Spitzer’s resignation following a scandal involving prostitutes.

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Former Governor George Pataki is expected to take the stand today in a Manhattan Federal Court, after he was sued by 6 men who were civilly confined after serving prison terms for sex crimes.   Pataki was a proponent of confining sex offenders after they served their prison term, if a mental health professional deemed that offender as a potential danger to the public if released. The program was discontinued after a state court ruled the state was wrongly confining convicted sex offenders in psychiatric facilities

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A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-23-13

by wcdonews Posted on July 23, 2013

Over 2 ½ inches of heavy rain, led to areas of Flash flooding in Otsego County last night.  Officials reported water over sections of Main & chestnut streets in Oneonta last night, the Otsego county sheriff’s departments reported that County Highway 31 was closed between Cooperstown and Glimmerglass State Park, and County Route 11C was closed between Route 28 and County Highway 33.

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Town of Unadilla officials reported that last night’s heavy rain washed out a culvert on Fisk Hill Road; Crews closed the road for repairs, & Fisk Hill Road was re-opened to traffic this morning.

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Following a 6 month investigation into the illegal sale of Heroin, Cocaine, Mushrooms and Prescription Narcotics, the SIDNEY POLICE DEPARTMENT Arrested 39 year old James Martin of Sidney, for 3rd degree Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance.  Martin was arraigned at Delaware County Court on sealed Indictments and remanded to Delaware County Jail on $10,000 cash bail and $20,000 bond pending further court action.

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The SIDNEY POLICE DEPARTMENT arrested 30-year-old HERBERT BIDWELL JR, of Sidney, for 2 counts of Falsifying Business Records and 2 counts of Petty Larceny.  Bidwell was arraigned at Sidney Village Court and Remanded to the Delaware County Jail on $2,500 cash bail.  Bidwell Jr. is accused of stealing money and falsifying records at the Sidney Country Store.

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Commerce Chenango’s next “Business After Hours” event will be today from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich. This event will provide an opportunity for those interested in the Leadership Chenango program to network with past participants and receive an overview of the program.  More information is available at 334-1402.

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