WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 4-27-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 27, 2023

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-27-23

State lawmakers have another Budget Deadline set for tomorrow, after numerous delays & disagreements among state leaders on key issues, according to local assemblyman Joe Angelino:

(Angelino 4-27-23)

The key sticking points have been Bail Reform & the Governor’s Housing agenda.

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4 Towns Forward will be holding their 2nd annual Community Yard Sales, but due to the predicted poor weather condition this Saturday, the event will be moved to the following Saturday May 6th, according to 4Towns Forward President Teri Schunk:

(Teri Schunk 4-28-23)

Schunk said that they are expecting an even bigger number of Participants this year in Afton, Bainbridge, Sidney & Unadilla. More information is available at the 4Towns Forward Facebook page.

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Sidney’s Annual Arbor Day Celebration will be held tomorrow morning at 10:00 AM at Keith Clark Park, spokesperson Lorrie Roach explains;

(Lorrie Roach 4-27-23)

Roach said that a Japanese Red Maple tree will be planted in recognition of Mary Jane Plummer contributions to the community. Sidney has also been designated as a “Tree City USA” community for the 27th year.

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Today, the Governor’s Office sent state agencies to Assist Local governments IN Sullivan County following Saturday’s Tornado in Callicoon Center and Roscoe. Affected residents can call the Disaster Hotline at 800- 339-1759 For Insurance-Related Questions. The State Department of Agriculture and Markets Encourages Affected Farms to Contact U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency to Report Damage. The National Weather Service in Binghamton determined the tornado was an EF2, with maximum winds of 115 mph. The tornado traveled 10 miles with a maximum width of 300 yards.

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Law Enforcement Agencies around the state are participating in “Operation Safe Stop Day” today, where police officers are checking to see if motorists are stopping for school busses with their flashing lights on, picking up or dropping off students. It is estimated that 50-thousand New Yorkers illegally pass stopped school buses each day that school is in session. Penalties for a first-time offense include a fine of up to 400 dollars, five points on a person’s drivers license and possibly 30 days in jail.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 4-27-23

The family of Jorge Jimenez, who was fatally struck by a vehicle driven by former Syracuse University basketball coach Jim Boeheim in February 2019, has agreed to settle a lawsuit against Boeheim. Terms of the settlement will remain sealed, Jimenez was a passenger in a car that that skidded on Interstate 690 and hit a guardrail. Boeheim was driving home after a game when he swerved to avoid the car and hit Jimenez, who was later pronounced dead at a hospital. Boeheim was not charged by police investigating the crash.

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3 more area blood drives are being held today in the tri-county region. Another drive is being held at the Hunt Union at SUNY Oneonta from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, another will be held at the Unadilla Fire Department from 12:00 to 5:00 PM, and another will be held at the Delhi Alliance Church, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, to make an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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32-year-old Kyle Packer was arrested by Otsego County Sheriff’s deputies following a domestic dispute in Edmeston. Packer allegedly choked a victim & several items were also damaged, he left the scene, but was later arrested on a separate outstanding warrant for allegedly trying to use a fake $100 bill to purchase items at a retail establishment. Packer was charged with Strangulation, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing, Criminal Mischief, Harassment, Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument & Petty Larceny, he is being held in the Otsego County Jail pending arraignment.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-26-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 26, 2023

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-26-23

State Police & other Law Enforcement Agencies are reminding New Yorkers to follow the “Move Over” law, which requires drivers to change lanes away from emergency responders, tow trucks & police vehicles responding to emergencies on the state’s highway. The message was announced again after a driver slammed into the back an a van assisting a motorist in the Hudson valley, flipping another vehicle into the air, there were no injuries according to DMV officials. The Move Over Law has been in effect since 2012 in New York State.

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The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 26 year old Tiger Gould of Unadilla following a warrant investigation for the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office. Gould was charged with Criminal Possession of Controlled Substance, he was found to be in possession of methamphetamine, he was issued an appearance ticket in the Town of Unadilla Court at a later date, he was turned over to Chenango County Sheriff’s Office on the Bench Warrant.

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The Broome County District Attorney Mike Korchak announced that Kyle Babola of Johnson City pleaded guilty for killing Scott Groover with a machete in 2021. Babola took a plea deal of 20 years to life before the trial could start, the maximum sentence could have been 25 years to life in prison.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce announced that potential public transportation options for Delaware County will be the topic of a presentation on May 16 at 11:00 am in the Meeting Room of the Delaware County Business Center at 5 ½ Main Street in Delhi. The Chamber has been working with County and State officials, private transportation operators, healthcare and human service organizations, regional employers, and national transportation associations on a 7-month study of public transit options. The team from VIA Mobility will present recommendations that may lead to transportation options for Delaware County residents, employees, and visitors, more information is available at DelawareCounty.org.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 4-26-23

Commerce Chenango will host “Preventing Targeted Violence to Keep Communities Safe” at the Colonia Theatre, on South Broad Street, Norwich today. Commerce Chenango President & CEO Sal Testani told WCDO News that his brother, Joseph Testani, who is a retired FBI agent will provide training to Commerce Chenango Members:

(Sal Testani 4-26-23)

Testani said that the Registration for the event will begin at 10:00 AM, with the presentation starting at 11:00 AM.

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The state legislature passed another budget extender giving them until Friday to pass the state budget. Bail Reform & the Governor’s Housing plans remain the sticking points in the negotiations.

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3 blood drives are being conducted around the Otsego County today. 1 drive will be held from 12 pm. – 5 pm.,at the State University in Oneonta, in the Hunt College Union, another drive will be held from 8:30 am. – 1:30 pm., at the Neonatal High School, & another drive will be in Cooperstown from 12:30 pm. – 5:30 pm., St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, 31 Elm Street. To make an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

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The State Labor Department released preliminary local area unemployment rates for March. The State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased from 4.2% in February to 4.1% in March. Locally, Chenango County had 3.5%, Delaware County 3.9% and Otsego County 3.8% unemploment in March.

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Price Chopper/Market 32 is issuing a voluntary manufacturer recall from Dakota Style Foods on 10-ounce PICS Honey Mustard Pretzel Twists, with UPC 41735 05739. Customers who purchased the affected product can return it to their local Price Chopper/Market 32 store for a full refund, more information is available at dakotastyle.com or 800-666-7667.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 4-25-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 25, 2023

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-25-23

The Survey Team at the National Weather Service in Binghamton confirmed that there was an EF2 tornado in Sullivan County Saturday evening, with estimated maximum wind speed of 115 mph, it had a path of nearly 10 miles and a maximum width of 300 yards. A tornado touched down north of Jeffersonville, along Callicoon Center Road, damaging trees, it moved north, where with damage to trees & structures, including a 180 foot truss tower that collapsed, The tornado continued north to the Roscoe area with uprooted trees, & some damage to structures along Dutch Hill Road, it lifted as it approached Rockland. More information is available at weather.gov/bgm.

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Bainbridge’s Regatta Row Art Exhibition will have Adirondack style canoe paddle chairs and 5 child size chairs along with student painted mini paddles made by local artists. Jericho Arts Council Spokesperson Rachel Hares explains:

(Rachel Hares 4-25-23)

The chairs will be on display tomorrow at the Bainbridge Town Hall, at 15 North Main Street, those who would like to View & bid on all the art online can do so starting Saturday at jerichoarts.com and Regatta Row Facebook page, prior to the auction in May.

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The annual Sidney Veterans Memorial Park fundraising Golf Tournament will be held June 10th at the Sidney Golf & Country Club, event organizer Tom Ruff explains:

(Tom Ruff 4-25-23)

Those who would like to sign up a team can contact Ruff at 518-256-7899, or at the Sidney Golf & Country Club.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s office arrested 61 year old Fredrick Hallstead of McDonough for Criminal Mischief and Harassment. Deputies responded on March 12th, in the Town of Walton for a Domestic Incident in progress, where Hallstead is accused of making physical contact with a female victim, in an effort to prevent her from calling 911. Deputies subsequently located Hallstead recently and issued a summons to appear at Town of Walton Court at a later date.

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Stomp returns to the Forum Theater in Binghamton the next 2 nights with some tickets still available, Tina Niles of NAC Entertainment explains:

(Tina Niles 4-25-23)

Tickets are available at the Box Office or at BroadwayInBinghamton.com.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-25-23

Delsa McEwan, the mother of Anielle “AK” McEwan Lomnicki, has filed a lawsuit In Delaware County Supreme Court, against a number of people in relation to the February 15th incident where the 14 year old was run down by a car allegedly driven by Courtni Baker in Sidney. The lawsuit is filed against Baker, Baker’s mother Theresa Baker who owned the vehicle, plus Ermeti’s Community Lounge, owner Joe Ermeti and bar manager Laura Huntley. The Lawsuit claims that Community Lounge Staff should have stopped serving Courtni Baker that day, That Theresa Baker should not have allowed her daughter to operate the car while intoxicated, and against Baker for driving the vehicle into the Sidney Teenager. The case was filed on April 18th.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s office arrested 31 year old Kyle Oakley of South Kortright for Criminal Mischief & Burglary. Deputies were dispatched to a Burglary Report in the Town of Stamford, between the dates of February 23rd and March 8th, someone had forced entry into a residence and intentionally damaged property, Deputies recovered evidence which was sent to the State Police Crime Lab for analysis, Deputies later received a positive DNA match with Oakley, an arrest warrant was issued & Oakley was located & was taken into custody last week, Oakley was arraigned in the Town of Middletown Court where he was remanded to the Delaware County Jail in lieu of $5,000 cash or $10,000 in secured bond.

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The Delaware County Department of Public Works will be closing County Route 16 in the Town of Delhi to through traffic beginning at 7:00 This morning to replace a culvert pipe between the two intersections with Fleming Road. On Wednesday, the road will be closed in the Town of Franklin between the northern intersection with Fleming Road and Douglas Hall Road. The traveling public should seek alternate routes.

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The American Red Cross is holding 2 local blood drives today, as blood supplies remain critically low. In Sidney, a blood drive will be held from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Sidney Elks Lodge at 104 River Street. A blood drive is also being held in Delhi from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM at the SUNY Delhi Farrell Student & Community Center, at 454 Delhi Drive. To make an appointment for the Sidney & Delhi Blood Drives, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 4-24-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 25, 2023

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-24-23

Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar released details on a pregnant inmate who attempted to smuggle drugs into the Broome County Correctional Facility and overdosed after entering the facility, leading to the death of her unborn child. Akshar said that his staff worked to saved the life of 36 year old Quashaia Oranchak of Owego on March 20th, after she was arrested by State Police on felony drug charges, she began showing signs of a drug overdose shortly after arriving, Narcan was administered & EMT’s were called to transport her to Wilson Hospital, where she had a baggie of a substance located in her body, which tested positive for both methamphetamine and fentanyl. Toxicology reports from the Coroner show that both the unborn fetus’s blood and cerebral spinal fluid contained an extremely high & fatal level of methamphetamine. Oranchak was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Promoting Prison Contraband. The Sheriff’s Office report can be found at gobroomecounty.com.

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Norwich City Police arrested 27 year old Mark Andrews of North Pitcher Friday on a variety of charges after he failed to comply with Police & led them on a chase. Andrews was taken into custody & was charged 20 charges including aggravated unlicensed operation, Driving while under the influence of drugs, reckless driving, and resisting arrest. A Norwich Officer attempted to stop a Pick up truck with switched plates, with the pursuit ending at Hortsman’s Trailer Park in the Town of Norwich, Andrews barricaded himself in the vehicle until he was taken into custody, Andrews was also wanted on 2 warrants, & was allegedly operating the pickup while under the influence of Methamphetamines, & that Andrews’ license had been suspended 33 times. Andrews was arraigned was released.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 45 year old David Moxley of Hamden following a motor vehicle accident on April 14th. Deputies responded to a 1 car motor vehicle roll over with entrapment on County Highway 14, in the Town of Meredith, the vehicle went off the road into the ditch, and had rolled onto the roof. Moxley was charged with DWI and aggravated driving with a BAC greater than 0.18%, he was released on appearance tickets returnable to the Town of Meredith Court at a later date.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 2 juveniles for 3rd degree Assault, following an incident at the Charlotte Valley Central School on April 12th. The Preliminary investigation by Deputies revealed that a physical altercation had occurred where the victim was physically injured, both juveniles were charged, and were issued a juvenile appearance ticket and were directed to report to the Delaware County Probation Department at a later date.

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CDO Workforce of Otsego County will be hosting a job fair at the Southside Mall in Oneonta on May 3rd, spokesperson Kassidy Wright explains:

(Kassidy Wright 4-24-23)

The Job fair will features representatives from manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, education, municipalities, retail & human services.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-24-23

The General Clinton Canoe Regatta is fast approaching & once again this year, there is a need for volunteers to help out, according to Regatta Co-Chairman Mike Kauffman:

(Mike Kauffman 4-24-23)

Kauffman said that those interested in Volunteering can call the Bainbridge Chamber at 607-967-8700. Kauffman said that the event will once again be a 3 day event from Friday May 26 to Sunday May 28th.

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The City of Norwich is waiting for a few final steps before they can start on Their Water Main replacement projects down town, City of Norwich Community Development Director Erik Scrivener explains:

(Eric Scrivener 4-24-23)

Scrivener said that they have lined up a USDA loan, that would be used to pay for the project, which would then be paid back with the grant money when it finally arrives. The project area includes a new water mains under South Broad Street, and East Main Street.

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Rajee Almashni of Binghamton pleaded Not Guilty in Broome County Court Friday to 17 counts, including Murder & DWI, for the March 5th Hit & Run that led to the death of 72-year-old Elizabeth Atkinson, as she exited the Oakdale Commons in Johnson City. Police were called to the commons & attempted to make contact with Almashni, but he fled in a vehicle at a high rate of speed through the parking lot & hit Atkinson, who was taken to Wilson Hospital where she succumbed to her injuries. Almashni is being held in the Broome County Jail pending additional court action.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 4-21-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 21, 2023

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-21-22

The Guilford Town Board held a special Meeting earlier this week with representatives from the new ownership that will be constructing & operating for the High Bridge Wind Turbine Project, Town Supervisor George Senek said that the project will go forward, but the timeline has been pushed back:

(George Senek 4-21-23)

The Project still calls for 25 wind turbines to be built in the town of Guilford.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35 year old Brian Fitzpatrick of Davenport, after Deputies responded to a domestic dispute in the Town of Davenport recently, they determined that Fitzpatrick unlawfully struck 2 juveniles, he was charged with 2 counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, he was processed and released on an appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Davenport Court at a later date.

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The Greater Oneonta Historical Society will open its next special exhibition tomorrow, which will commemorate the history of the D&H Railroad in Oneonta, according to Society Curator Marcella Micucci:

(Marcella Micucci 4-21-23)

Micucci said that a variety of free programs will coincide with the D&H exhibition, including a tour of the historic D&H Red Caboose in Neahwa Park; a Walking Tour at the D&H Roundhouse remains on May 13th. The new exhibit opens tomorrow at the Society’s location on Main Street in Oneonta, an opening reception will begin at 6:00 PM & will be open to the public.

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The Chenango Historical Society is teaming up with SFCU & The Friends of Rogers, for an event called “Historic Homes are Green Homes” at the Rogers center in Sherburne Saturday for Earth Day, Historical Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin explains:

(Jessica Moquin 4-21-23)

The free event will begin at 2:30 PM Saturday, more information about this & other programs are available by calling the Historical Society at 607-334-9227.

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Hartwick College will celebrate Earth Day, Saturday with the world premiere of the film, The Search for Up, which was shot in Hartwick’s Observatory in early November 2022. In addition to the film screening at 6 pm. in Hartwick’s Yager Museum, the event will feature a 5 pm. opening of a showcase of creative projects by secondary students from local and regional schools. More information is available at sheehym@hartwick.edu.

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Chenango Arts Council will hold the 1st of 2 Spring classes on Saturday, spokesperson Mary Beth Miller explains:

(Mary Beth Miller 4-21-23)

Miller said that the class runs from from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, Participants will receive all supplies and step by step instructions, the class will be run by Colette Dunham, more information is available at (607) 336-2787.

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Sidney & Walton Fire Departments are participating in the “Recruit New York” Event tomorrow. The statewide event runs from 10:00AM to 2:00 PM as fire departments around the state look to recruit more members. Participating Fire Departments can be found at recruitny.org/participants.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-21-23

Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 32-year-old John Durgala of Syracuse and 26 year old Prince Johnson of Binghamton. Deputies were dispatched Wednesday to Marvin Hollow Road and State Highway 10 in the Town of Walton for a suspicious vehicle complaint. Prince Johnson was the operator of the vehicle was found to have an active Violent Felony Warrant out of Broome County and he was arrested. John Durgala provided a false identity to Deputies, he was found to have an active Violent Felony Warrant out of Broome County Sheriff’s Office in relation to Johnson’s arrest warrant. Durgala was charged with false impersonation, Obstructing Governmental Administration, he was issued appearance tickets and was directed to appear in the Town of Walton Court at a later date to answer to the charges.

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An anonymous tip from the community led to multiple drug smuggling charges at the Broome County Sheriff’s Correctional Facility this week. Investigators received information from anonymous community member that an 37 year old Luis Bigio of Endicott allegedly smuggling contraband into the Correctional Facility. Investigators searched Bigio’s cell & recovered 136 suboxone strips, Bigio was charged with 2 Counts of Promoting Prison Contraband, he was serving a Broome County Court sentence related to disobeying a court mandate. Bigio was processed at the Broome County Correctional Facility and will answer for his charges at the Town of Dickinson Court on a future date.

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An annual event that began following the serious flooding of 2011, Starts this afternoon at the Greenlawn Elementary School in Bainbridge & concludes tomorrow Morning, organizer Jessica Chambers explains:

(Jessica Chambers 4-21-23)

More information about items that can be dropped off today is available by calling Chambers at 267-2378.

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Many area Law Enforcement agencies will be participating in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The list of Participating agencies on National Prescription Drug Take Back Days can be found at dea.gov/takebackday.

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P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-20-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 20, 2023

Broome County Sheriff’s Fred Akshar held a press conference this afternoon into the deaths of 2 people at Village Manor Apartments on Gary Street in Windsor. Sheriff Akshar said that this was a murder & suicide, the deceased have been identified 53 year old Kent Johnson of Windsor and his former girlfriend, 47 year old Tess Savage of Binghamton. Investigators have determined that Savage went to Johnson’s apartment, even though she had an order of protection against him, she died of strangulation, a few hours later, Johnson killed himself with a gun.

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Norwich City Police Department responded to 90 East Main Street Monday afternoon following a complaint of Gunshots from a tenant at that location. Norwich Police Officers arrested Sean Frear for criminal possession of a weapon, reckless endangerment & criminal mischief, Police stated that Frear was under the influence of methamphetamine when he discharged a 12-gauge shotgun into the apartment below him, he was arraigned & was being held on $5,000 cash bail pending future court action.

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The Broome County Special Investigations Unit arrested 34 year old Carnel McCarden of Johnson City, police stated that McCarden dove through a glass window at 57 Miriam Street Tuesday to elude police investigators. McCarden was armed with 2 handguns, he was injured by broken glass, police searched the residence They Seized crystal methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. McCarden was charged with 3 counts of criminal possession of a weapon, 2 counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance, criminal possession of stolen property and obstructing governmental administration, McCarden was arraigned and sent to Broome County Jail.

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The Delaware County District Attorney’s Office announced that 28 year old Paris Belton of Patersonville pleaded guilty to DWI In Masonville Town Court. Belton was charged after crashing his vehicle on State Route 8 on March 5th, Sidney Police & State Police responded, Belton had his licensed revoked, was ordered to attend a drug & alcohol evaluation, & must comply with recommendations, Belton was also charged $900 in fees & fines, and he must install an interlock device on all of his vehicles.

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Several Area Fire Departments were called to the scene of a structure fire on Mary Brown Road in the town of Laurens this morning At about 9:10 AM. Firefighters from Laurens, Hartwick, Milford, West Oneonta, Morris & Oneonta have responded, The fire was called in an occupant, who reported that all other occupants escaped without injuries. Firefighters were still at the scene early this afternoon, WCDO News will have more information as it becomes available.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 4-20-23

Delaware County District Attorney’s office announced that 52 year old Robin Reese of Bainbridge pleaded guilty to 2 counts of Driving While Intoxicated, in the Village of Delhi on 2 separate occasions. Reese admitted that she had a previous DWI conviction within the prior 10 years, which resulted in these charges being felonies, she was sentenced to 2 separate terms of 5-year felony probation supervision, she was also sentenced to Adult Treatment Court, she must undergo a drug and alcohol evaluation, and successfully comply with any treatment recommendations. Reese’s license was revoked, and the Court imposed fines and surcharges in the amount of $4,140.00.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Office will hold the 1st of 4 Public Safety Town Halls, Today’s meeting at the Town of Chenango Town Hall from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Sheriff Akshar, Undersheriff Davis and members of the Sheriff’s Office team will be present to discuss issues, answer questions. The Town of Chenango Town Hall is located at 1529 State Route 12, Binghamton.

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State police and local law enforcement will be stepping up patrols and targeting drug-impaired driving during an enforcement and prevention campaign on April 20, due to marijuana-oriented celebrations that take place annually on April 20. The State Police, Department of Motor Vehicles and the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee remind motorists that driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol, including cannabis, is not only dangerous, it is illegal in New York State.

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Cornell Cooperative Extension sponsors the Walton Farmers’ Market and would like to expand the number of produce vendors this year. The Walton Farmers’ Market will be held every Friday, July 7-September 29, from 10:00am-2:00 pm, those interested in participating as a vendor, should call 607-865-6531.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-19-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 19, 2023

P.M. NEWS Wednesday 4-19-23

Delaware County District Attorney’s Office announced that 48 year old John Jormack of Franklin has been indicted for 3 counts of Course of Sexual Conduct Against a Child, for allegedly engaging in sexual conduct with a child less than 11 years old and a child less than 13 years old in the Town of Franklin. Jormack is being held in the Delaware County Jail on $50,000 bail.

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The State Commission on Judicial Conduct has determined that Justice Jeremy Persons of the Guilford Town Court. The Commission’s decision stated that Person’s offensive sexual comments in court, the gratuitous displays of a firearm, his failure to account for court funds, the disregard of his own traffic tickets, and his failure to cooperate with investigating entities, demonstrated his unfitness for judicial office.”

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 53 year old Matthew Knutsen of Otego following an accident investigation on April 13, 2023 in the Otego. Knutsen was charged with Aggravated DWI- Blood Alcohol Content .18 or higher, Consumption of Alcohol in Motor Vehicle, Speed Not Reasonable and Prudent Moved from Lane Unsafely, & Failure to Keep Right Knutsen was issued an appearance tickets for the Otego Town Court on a later date.

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During Earth Week, Governor Kathy Hochul announced 8 new large-scale renewable energy infrastructure projects have been completed, which should support the creation of nearly 1,800 jobs and spurred nearly $800 million in private investment, while contributing nearly $70 million to their host communities for of school, town, and county payments. The recently completed projects include Puckett Solar of Greene in Chenango County, which is a 20 MegaWatt solar facility developed and constructed by CS Energy and is owned by MN8 Energy.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for Edward Blatchford on an outstanding warrant. Blatchford is described as a white male, 5’ 6”; 145 pounds, with Blue Eyes & Brown Hair, he is wanted on a Warrant for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and multiple other warrants. Anyone with information on the location of Edward Blatchford is asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office by using the Broome County Sheriff’s Office page at gobroomecounty.com or by calling the tip line at (607) 778-1196.

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The Lineup of performers coming to the 39th Annual Spiedie Fest & Balloon Rally was announced today. On Friday, August 4th – John Waite and Tommy Decarlo of Boston will perform at 6:00 PM, Saturday, August 5th Country music act Scotty McCreery at 5:00 PM, and Sunday, August 6th Gavin DeGraw will play his hits at 5:00 PM. Organizers also stated that there will also be a meet & greet with professional wrestler Kurt Angle from 3 to 6 pm. on Friday, and a Little Mermaid concert at 1 pm. on Saturday.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-19-23

The General Clinton Canoe Regatta will be held May 26th though the 28th this year. Co-Chairman Mike Kauffman told WCDO News that they will stick with the 3 day event and leave Monday Memorial Day as an off day again this year:

(Mike Kauffman 4-19-23)

Kauffman also said that they are looking for people to volunteer at various places around the event, those interested should go to the General Clinton Canoe Regatta Face Book Page, canoeregatta.org or call the Bainbridge Chamber at 967-8700.

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Delaware County District Attorney’s Office announced that 38 year old Chad Ostrander of Grand Gorge was arraigned on a 5 count indictment for Attempted Assault of a Police Officer for trying to run down a police officer in Walton, Reckless endangerment for driving at more than 130 miles an hour during a police chase from Walton to Colchester, Criminal Mischief for kicking a door & engaging in a physical domestic dispute in front of a child. Ostrander pleaded not guilty to all 5 counts, & he was remanded back to the Delaware County Jail pending future court action.

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Judge Rowan Wilson will be the new chief judge of the state’s highest court, The Court of Appeals. Wilson’s nomination was confirmed by the State Senate Tuesday.

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The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 32 year old Victoria Spataro of Oneonta following a traffic stop in the City of Oneonta. Spataro was charged with Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs, Driving While Intoxicated & Inadequate Lights, Spataro was issued appearance tickets returnable to the Oneonta City Court at a later date.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 4-18-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 18, 2023

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 4-18-23

The State Budget deadline was extended for a 3rd time, making the new deadline April 20th. Passing the budget extender will allow state workers and vendors to continue to be paid while budget talks continue, however the state lawmakers will not get paid until a budget is passed. The 2 main sticking points continue to be the Governor’s housing agenda and bail reform.

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The City of Norwich Common Council voted recently to award the bid for the water main replacement project to Vacri Construction of Binghamton, City of Norwich Community Development Director Erik Scrivener said they must now go through the Federal application process with the EPA to get the grant money necessary for the project, with the hope of getting the project started as soon as possible.

(Eric Scrivener 4-18-23)

Scrivener said if the grant was delayed they have made arrangements to use a USDA loan, that would be paid back with the grant money if it delayed beyond the length to complete the project. The planned project area includes a new mains on South Broad Street, and East Main Street.

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The Guilford Town Board will hold a special Meeting tonight at 6:00 PM regarding the involvement of a new company for the High Bridge Wind Turbine Project, Town Supervisor George Senek explains:

(George Senek 4-18-23)

Tonight’s meeting is open to area residents interested in the Wind Turbine project, which calls for 25 wind turbines to be built in the town of Guilford.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Office will hold the 1st of 4 Public Safety Town Halls this Thursday’s meeting at the Town of Chenango Town Hall from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Sheriff Akshar, Undersheriff Davis and members of the Sheriff’s Office team will be present to discuss issues, answer questions. The Town of Chenango Town Hall is located at 1529 State Route 12, Binghamton.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 4-18-23

State Police, the FBI & local law enforcement agencies arrested 20 year old Peter Howard of Louisville Kentucky, who is a student at Hamilton College in Clinton, Howard is accused of posting a a false alert of a possible active shooter situation at the Hamilton Campus, on a social media site called Jodel. No active threat was found, students were told to shelter in place during the investigation, Howard was arrested on Sunday and charged with making a threat of mass harm.

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The IRS Reminds New York State Residents that the Tax Return deadline is midnight tonight, it was moved as the usual April 15th fell on a weekend this year. More information is available at IRS.gov.

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The Governor’s Office announced that this week is WORK ZONE AWARENESS WEEK through April 21st. A State Police crackdown on work zone violations will also be taking place during the week, with their “Operation Hardhat” initiative, which highlights the importance of safe driving practices in active construction and maintenance work zones across the state.

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Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will hold their next regular meeting this morning at 7:30 AM at the back of Bob’s Diner. More information about the Bainbridge Chamber is available at 607-967-8700

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