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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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 2-20-25

by wcdonews Posted on February 20, 2025

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 2-20-25

Delaware County Sheriff’s Office responded Wednesday to a 2 car head on accident on County Highway 12 in the Town of Davenport. 1 person was trapped in 1 of the vehicles, EMT’s attempted to perform life saving measures, however, 63-year-old Jean Bedard of Davenport was deceased, 53-year-old Richard Sanford of Davenport suffered minor injuries and was treated and released at the scene. State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit were called to the scene where the roadway remained closed for several hours while the crash was reconstructed by investigators.

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Governor Hochul Made a Reproductive Freedom announcement, where she refused to sign extradition papers to turn over a New York Doctor to Louisiana to face murder charges:

(Hochul 2-20-25)

Additional actions have been taken in recent weeks by the governor, after New York Doctor Margaret Carpenter was charged with murder in Louisiana for prescribing legal abortion pills online to a pregnant minor.

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19 year old Quamir Hazel of Endicott was sentenced in Broome County Court to 8.5 years in State Prison followed by 5 years of post-release supervision for Criminal Possession of a Weapon. Last August 16th in Vestal, Hazel was found to be in possession of an operable Glock 9mm firearm loaded with 18 rounds of ammunition. Hazel was originally expected to receive an 8-year sentence at today’s sentencing. However, due to a petit larceny incident that occurred in the Broome County Jail, his sentence was extended by an additional 6 months.

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2 incarcerated individuals were arrested this week after attacking corrections officers at the Broome County Correctional Facility in separate incidents. On Tuesday, 35 year old Aaron Raymond refused to remove clothing wrapped around his head and neck, he ignored commands, officers entered his cell, he became combative & grabbed an officer by the neck and collar and choking him, Raymond struck another officer in the face before the altercation ended. Raymond was charged with Assault on a Police Officer, 2nd degree Assault and Strangulation. Last Sunday 41 year old Michael Fiore of Binghamton, NY, attacked corrections staff while during booking for a contempt charge, Fiore refused several lawful orders to comply with the medical screening process before attacking corrections officers, kneeing 1 officer in the face and causing injury. Fiore was charged with 2nd degree Assault and Obstruction of Governmental Administration in the 2nd Degree.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 2-20-25

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced she has signed an Executive Order activating members of the New York National Guard to help ensure the safety and security of New York State’s correctional facilities while the illegal and unlawful work stoppage by correction officers continues. This Order also provides authority for additional overtime compensation for correction officers and other staff who are reporting for duty and actively working to secure our facilities. Governor Hochul also directed the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision and the Office of Employee Relations to retain independent mediator Martin Scheinman to help bring a quick and immediate end to this illegal work stoppage. Earlier today, New York State filed an injunction under the Taylor Law and a judge granted a temporary restraining order mandating striking correction officers to cease the illegal activity.

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State Police arrested 57 year old Todd Quick of Sidney for Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated, following a one-vehicle crash where the vehicle went off of County Highway 14 in the town of Franklin. Quick failed the Field Sobriety Tests, he was arrested and his BAC was .20. He was processed and issued appearance tickets to the Franklin Town Court on March 13th & he was released to a sober third party. State Police announced that 13 people were charged with DWI in Troop C in the period of February 10th to the 16th.

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Governor Hochul and US Senator Charles Schumer announced that BAE Systems is investing $65 million to expand operations in the Village of Endicott, Broome County. The company will add a total of 150,000 square-feet to its existing site to make way for the addition of a new battery production line and lab space, and new office space. As a result of the expansion, the company has committed to creating up to 134 good-paying jobs onsite. For additional information, visit: jobs.baesystems.com/global/en.

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Police are investigating a crash in Oneonta Wednesday afternoon. an unidentified 94 year old woman from West Oneonta drove her car into the front of the Rite Aid Store on Chestnut Street in Oneonta, no injuries were reported.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Delhi from 1:00 to 5:00 PM at the Delhi Alliance Church, appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-19-25

by wcdonews Posted on February 19, 2025

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-19-25

Governor Hochul today announced that her administration is working to get the illegal work stoppage at some Correctional facilities ended as soon as possible including continuing to meet with union leadership to resolve this situation immediately:

(Hochul 2-19-25)

Correction Officers walked out in some locations yesterday, the New York State National Guard is ready to go into the the prisons, State Police have already sent officers to secure the perimeters of the facilities to keep the public surrounding the jails out of harm’s way.

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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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Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado & Freshman Congressman Josh Riley visited with students at SUNY Delhi Tuesday. Delgado told students about a program that would allow them to get paid for certain volunteer opportunities, just under the state minimum wage for up to 300 hours of Community service.

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Arc Otsego is partnering with the City of Oneonta Sustainability Committee to host the 2nd Repair Café on Saturday, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at 77 Main Street, Oneonta. The initiative is aimed at reducing landfill waste by encouraging the repair of items such as electronics, furniture, jewelry and clothing, potentially preventing hundreds of pounds of waste from entering the waste stream. To register free of charge, go to forms.office.com to reserve a time.

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Working Solutions announced another virtual job fair for businesses & job seekers in 7 area counties, it will be held next Tuesday from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Businesses & job seekers can register & get additional information at pvapi.premiervirtual.com. More information is available at working-solutions.org.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 2-19-25

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced flags on State buildings will be flown at half-staff in honor of Binghamton firefighter John Gaudet, who was fatally injured in the line of duty while responding to a fire on February 12. Gaudet is survived by his wife, Felly, and their three children, funeral services will be this morning in Binghamton.

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An Endicott man is facing multiple felony charges following an investigation into illegal cigarette sales in the Village of Endicott by the Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force. On February 14th, the Broome County SIU executed a search warrant at Crown Fried Chicken, in Endicott, they seized 3,204 pack of Untaxed Cigarettes, $1,936 in US Currency, 69 year old Jamshaid Ahmad of Endicott was charged with Criminal Tax Fraud, Possession/Transport for Sale of Unstamped/ Unlawfully Stamped Cigarettes, the seized cigarettes represent approximately $17,141.40 in evaded New York State taxes.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held in Downsville today from 9 am. – 2 pm., Downsville Fire Department, 15166 State Highway 30; appointments can be made with the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 2-18-25

by wcdonews Posted on February 18, 2025

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 2-18-25

Governor Hochul today announced preparations to call in the National Guard to staff the State Correctional Facility, if the Illegal Job Action staged by State Correction Officers; does not end tomorrow. The National Guard will be called in to protect correction officers who are currently on the job, individuals being held at Correctional Facilites as well as the surrounding communities. The Governor also directed Department of Corrections leadership and senior Administration officials to meet with leaders from the State Correctional Officers & Police Benevolent Association to call for an end to the unlawful work stoppage. In March 2024, the union agreed to a collective bargaining agreement with the State of New York to improve working conditions for corrections officers.

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State Police arrested 24 Year Old Fiona Taylor of Norwich & 47 year old Lauren McKinley of Norwich in connection with a case of animal neglect in Chenango County last month. On January 22nd, 56 animals were removed from a property on Mudge King Road in the town of North Norwich. During the execution of a search warrant, 30 horses, a pig, 7 sheep, 4 goats, 4 chickens, 7 dogs and 3 cats were in need of immediate care and were transported to various local animal rescue locations, 12 dead animals were observed on the property that included horses, goats, pigs and chickens. Taylor & McKinley have been charged with 16 counts of Aggravated Cruelty to Animals and 65 counts of Overdriving, Torturing and Injuring Animals; Failure to Provide Proper Sustenance Both women were issued appearance tickets and are scheduled to appear at the North Norwich Town Court on February 26th.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 31 year old Skyler Smith of East Meredith for Criminal Possession of a Weapon. On Saturday Deputies conducted a traffic stop on Smith, who was found to be in possession of an illegal switchblade knife. Smith was additionally charged for a traffic violation and was released on appearance tickets and is to appear in the Town Delhi Court at a later date to answer the said charges.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office announced that a Oneonta man was arrested on an Arrest Warrant issued by the Town of Delhi Court. On June 29th, 2023, Sheriff Deputies responded to a reported Domestic Dispute in Delhi, Deputies had applied for & received an Arrest Warrant for Daquan Brown for Aggravated Harassment and Criminal Mischief, Monday evening, Town of Colchester Police responded to a report of a car in a snow bank, the operator was Daquan Brown who was taken in to custody by deputies on the warrant. he was turned over to the Delaware County Correctional facility for Arrangement.

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New York State is waiving registration fees for out-of-state snowmobilers on 2 weekends this winter – February 28th through March 2 and again March 7th through the 9th, so that snowmobilers can ride on over 10,000 miles of snowmobile trails in New York State. Outside of these free weekends, snowmobilers from out-of-state and Canada are required to register their snowmobiles with New York State, more information is available at iloveny.com/winter.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 2-18-25

Calling hours & Funeral arrangements have been announced for Binghamton Firefighter John Gaudet, who died fighting a fire at 1 Main Street last Wednesday evening. The Gaudet family will receive friends at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, located in Binghamton, today from 1:00 to 5:00 PM, the funeral mass will be held Wednesday Morning at 11:30 AM at the same location. The official cause of death for Gaudet has not yet been announced, he served for 11 years with the Binghamton Fire Department.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today is warning New York consumers of E-ZPass text message scams. Consumers have reported receiving SMS text messages attempting to collect tolls. These fake texts are often sent from an international number and request the consumer to reply with “Y” to receive a link to an unofficial website. Consumers should be aware that E-ZPass or Tolls by Mail will never send a text or email requesting sensitive personal information. More information is available at EZPassNY.com and TollsByMailNY.com.

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On February 11th, State Police conducted an Underage Drinking detail in Otsego County. All of the businesses checked were in compliance and did not sell alcohol to an underage operative. The 14 businesses were in Worcester, Schenevus, Oneonta & Milford, During these investigations, businesses are checked utilizing a Trooper in plainclothes and one or several underage operatives who cannot lie about their age or provide a false date of birth (if asked).

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Animal Adventure Park announced on February 15 that Johari the giraffe passed away at the age of 20, Cornell University will be conducting the autopsy to provide more details about the death of the popular Giraffe.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 2-17-25

by wcdonews Posted on February 17, 2025

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 2-17-25

The 2025 Special Olympics New York State Winter Games will return to Rochester, this coming Friday & Saturday. Approximately 900 athletes and coaches from throughout the state will compete in 7 sports: Alpine Skiing, Cross Country Skiing, Figure Skating, Floorball, Gymnastics, Snowboarding and Snowshoe. For additional information about Special Olympics New York, to learn more about getting involved, or to make a donation, visit www.specialolympicsNY.org.

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The State Office of Cannabis Management announced that over 300 licensed adult-use cannabis dispensaries are open for business. Since launching legal sales in December 2022, New York’s cannabis industry has generated over $1.06 billion in total retail sales, created more than 5,000 jobs statewide, One month into 2025, retail sales have exceeded $110 million, with dispensaries averaging $381,000 in monthly sales throughout 2024. A full list of New York’s legal, licensed, operational adult-use cannabis retailers is available at cannabis.ny.gov.

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The Annual Polar Bear Jump at Goodyear Lake in the town of Milford raised over $180,000 on Saturday, organizer Brenda Waters comments:

(Brenda Waters 2-27-25)

Water said that Money raised will assist the families of 10 area children suffering from a variety of medical issues, more information is available by at pbjump.com or by going to the Goodyear Lake Polar Bear Jump Facebook Page.

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State Police have reported whiteout conditions in the Mohawk Valley and the Adirondacks today, Police responded to a multiple vehicle crash on the State Thruway between Little Falls & Herkimer, will all of the westbound lanes blocked, they suggest that people that must travel in those regions of the state to drive with extreme caution. Motorists are reminded to use 511ny.org or call 5-1-1 for road conditions.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 2-17-25

The State Department of Motor Vehicles helped consumers recover more than $11 million in stolen vehicles, stolen parts, services and lost titles, in 2024. Last year, the DMV recovered 303 stolen vehicles — valued at $8,353,334 at the time of their theft — and $91,979 in stolen parts. DMV officials have warned consumers about the dangers of car sales scams through online sites like Facebook Marketplace, and reminded car buyers to be vigilant when purchasing a vehicle online.

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State Police announced they are changing the appearance of their cruisers to gray with a gold stripe. The new cars will slowly be phased in; people can expect to wait until 2026 to see the new gray trooper vehicles being phased into the lineup.

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THE OTSEGO COUNTY PLANNING & SOLID WASTE Department announced that the all of the Otsego Express Routes will be closed today.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 2-14-25

by wcdonews Posted on February 14, 2025

P.M. NEWS Friday 2-14-25

Wintry Precipitation will be in the Southern Tier this weekend, Local Meteorologist Rich Townsend comments:

(Rich Townsend 2-14-25)

We’ll have the complete WCDO Tri-County Forecast at the end of this newscast.

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A Go Fund Me Page has been set up for 40 year old John Gaudet, the Binghamton Firefighter who died fighting the blaze at 1 Main Street in Binghamton Wednesday Night. Gaudet left behind a wife & 3 children, the fund was over $100,000 already this afternoon.

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Tickets are still available for the “Cher Show” Monday & Tuesday Night at the Forum Theater in Binghamton. Tickets are available at Broadway in Binghamton.com, or at the Forum Theater Box Office. More information is available at 607.772.1391.

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A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 2-14-25

Governor Kathy Hochul announced Thursday that she will not allow a New York Doctor, who legally prescribed an abortion drug to a woman in Louisiana, to face murder charges in that state:

(Hochul 2-14-25

Governor Hochul said that they have sent out a law enforcement notice that certain out-of-state warrants are not enforceable in the State of New York, So if a Law Enforcement Officer pulls over a doctor, that person is protected under New York laws, and officers should not cooperate or enforce an extradition from another state.

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The Binghamton Rumble Ponies are looking to fill several baseball related positions for the upcoming 2025 baseball season. The Rumble Ponies are hosting 2 upcoming Job Fairs at Mirabito Stadium, on February 15 and February 22, from 11 am. to 2 pm. each day, in the Administrative Office & the Team Store at Mirabito Stadium.

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The State DEC announced that dates for the 34th annual Free Fishing Days program, which will be this Saturday & Sunday February 15 and 16, plus June 28 and 29, September 27 and November 11. While fishing during these days is free, all other regulations remain in effect. Outside of these free days, anglers over the age of 16 must have a valid fishing license to fish, more information is available at dec.ny.gov.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Sidney High School, donors are asked to book a time to give blood by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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