WCDO NEWS MONDAY 4-17-21

by wcdonews Posted on April 17, 2023

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-17-23

The Town Of Guilford will hold a special Board meeting will be held tomorrow at the Town Hall on Marble Road, regarding the High Bridge Wind Project, Guilford Town Supervisor George Senek told WCDO News that a new company “Invenergy”, is getting involved:

(George Senek 4-17-23)

Senek said that the meeting will begin at 6:00 PM Tuesday at the Guilford Town Hall

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Delaware County Sheriff Deputies were contacted by the Sidney Dog Control Officer about an abandoned dog in February. Deputies found & secured the animal & transported it to the Delaware Valley Humane Society. Attempts to make contact with the owner were unsuccessful, Earlier this month, Deputies responded to the residence where the canine was found abandoned and arrested 30-year old Cachet Fernandez for abandonment of animals. Cachet was released on an appearance ticket and is scheduled to appear in the Town of Sidney Court at a later date.

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Commerce Chenango will hold another local Hiring Event on May 18, from 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM for students and 3:30 – 5:30 PM for adults. The event will take place at the High School on Midland Drive in Norwich. The Hiring Event is specifically for employers with immediate entry-level job openings. The Deadline for registration is this Friday April 21st, more information is available at 607.334.1401 or via email at jostrander@chenangony.org.

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Bassett Healthcare Network and A.O. Fox Hospital announced today that they have reached an agreement with the Oneonta Family YMCA to keep FoxCare Fitness open to the public, Fox Spokesperson Gabby Argo explains:

(Gabby Argo 4-17-23)

Argo said that the 2 organizations are currently working to finalize details on operations, membership, staffing, specific space features for the Oneonta Family YMCA’s oversight while maintaining key services to the community. Services will remain uninterrupted, A.O. Fox Hospital will continue to operate outpatient cardiac, physical, occupational, and pulmonary rehabilitation services within the FoxCare Fitness space.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-17-23

Broome County Sheriff’s Office arrested 29 year old Nicholas Sorensen of Johnson City following a traffic stop in Binghamton. Sorensen was found to be driving without a license & was wanted on a warrant for a DWI in Pennsylvania. Sorensen fled the scene on foot through traffic, he was subdued by 2 taser cartridges. Sorensen was treated at the scene by EMT’s, he was charged with Resisting Arrest and Obstruction of Governmental Administration plus several traffic violations, he was taken to Central Arraignment and transported to the Broome County Correctional Facility as a fugitive from justice to await extradition by the Monroe County, PA Sheriff’s Office to answer for his outstanding charges.

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The Governor’s office announced Friday that the The Richmondville fire was contained. The Incident Command Post closed Friday Night, State Forest Rangers will continue to patrol the region to ensure it stays contained and mop up hot spots. Trains are still required to travel between 10 to 15 miles per hour out of an abundance of caution to prevent sparking additional fires.

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Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a search warrant at Thursday at 100 Robert Street in Binghamton. Police arrested 33 year old Daquan Brown of Binghamton, for criminal possession of a weapon, criminal possession of a controlled substance and criminally using drug paraphernalia, police seized a handgun, ammunition, over $7,000 in cash from drug sales, and items used to package drugs for sale. Brown faces court action shortly.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 4-14-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 14, 2023

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-14-23

Fire Fighters from Franklin, Sidney Center & Wells Bridge responded to a Franklin barn & brush fire. Thursday afternoon at about 3:45 PM. Firefighters were at the scene until about 8:30 PM, no injuries were reported.

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The Otsego County Office of Emergency Services reported that firefighters are continuing to fight a fire of brush & trees along the Otsego & Schoharie County line, the 2nd operational period was conducted yesterday, Fire fighters & EMS providers from Otsego, Delaware and Schoharie County expect to wrap up the the fires today, about 237 acres were affected, with 90% containment reported Thursday Afternoon.

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The Town Of Guilford will hold a special Board meeting Tuesday at 6:00 PM at the Town Hall on Marble Road. The meeting will be informational featuring representatives from Invenergy & Northland Power, Town of Guilford residents are urged to attend the meeting.

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Binghamton Police arrested 28 year old Christopher Frederick for 2nd degree attempted murder, criminal possession of a weapon and first-degree criminal use of a firearm, in connection with a shooting that occurred on Binghamton’s North Side on February 25th, following the report of several shots being fired, and where a 22 year old man was injured with a gunshot wound to the chest. Frederick was arrested without incident in Endwell, he was arraigned in Binghamton City Court and sent to Broome County Jail.

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The Chenango Historical Society is looking for volunteers to help out at the museum in Norwich through the summer hours into early October, Historical Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin told WCDO News who they are looking for:

(Jessica Moquin 4-14-23)

Moquin said that those interested in volunteering should visit chenangohistorical.org/get-involved

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NBT Bancorp Announced that the shareholders of Salisbury Bancorp, voted to approve the proposed merger of Salisbury with NBT. The proposal was announced last December, Salisbury has 14 banking offices in northwestern Connecticut, the Hudson Valley region of New York, and southwestern Massachusetts.

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The Delaware County District Attorney’s Office announced that 50 year old Brett Conklin of Walton was convicted for DWI In Tompkins Town Court. Conklin was arrested last November after a 1 vehicle crash, where registered a BAC of .14. Conklin was ordered to pay $900 in fees and fines, he was sentenced to a 1 year conditional discharge, he must install an ignition interlock device on any vehicle he owns & he must attend a victims impact panel & an impaired Drivers program.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-14-23

3 individuals are facing 16 felony charges after being apprehended by Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies following the theft of a vehicle and trailer in the Town of Binghamton. On Tuesday, Deputies responded to the reported theft of a truck & trailer containing a zero turn lawn mower on Mill Street in the Town of Binghamton, the truck’s owner had security cameras, & a tracking device, where the vehicle was located at Phillips Way in the Town of Binghamton, the 3 suspects, fled on foot into a creek. Deputies arrested 30 year old Heather Brewer of Endicott, 38 year old Joseph Schultz & 35 year old Ryan White of Endicott on a variety of charges including Grand Larceny, Criminal Possession of stolen Property, & Conspiracy, Schultze was found to have outstanding warrants for Grand Larceny, resisting arrest, identity theft and drug charges in the State of Pennsylvania and violating parole in Albany.

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The twice Annual “Coffee with the Chiefs” event will be held in Norwich on Saturday April 15th from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at the Norwich McDonald’s, local residents will have the chance to talk to new Norwich Police Chief Reuben Roach and City of Norwich Fire Department Chief Jan Papelino.

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The Sidney Community Cultural Center will have a Comedy Night Saturday Night & another event Sunday afternoon, Spokesperson Amy Williams explains:

(Amy Williams 4-14-23)

Tickets for the Comedy night are available at the door or at cccsidneyart.booktix.com

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 4-13-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 13, 2023

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-13-23

Back on February 15th, Sidney Central School District 8th grader Anielle McEwan-Lomnicki, better known as AK, was struck by a suspected Drunk driver while walking home from school. Since that time, AK has been at a Syracuse area hospital recuperating from her injuries, she returned home April 4th, on Wednesday, AK was a special guest on The Nate Lull Podcast, she said that she is grateful for the support she has received since returning home from the hospital:

(AK 1)

AK told Nate Lull that she has been working hard with her medical team to get back to her daily activities, she said that her favorite sport, basketball, is a major motivating factor for her:

(AK 3)

The full Nate Lull podcast interview with AK McEwan Lomnicki is available 24/7 on wcdosports.com, natelull.com or on any podcast app, WCDO will also air the interview in its entirety following the news at 10:00 AM Friday Morning.

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Several area fire companies responded shortly after 12:00 Noon today for the report of a Brush Fire in the vicinity of 237 Main Street in Delhi. The fire was under control in about 30 minutes, fire companies remind are residents that the gusty winds & low humidity make conditions favorable for brush fires, the state’s burn ban remains in effect until May 14th.

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The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force executed a search warrant at 75 Shelby Street in Johnson City, they arrested 39-year-old Michael Buchanan was arrested, on charges of Criminal possession of firearm, criminal possession of a Controlled substance, Police seized 4.5 grams of Fentanyl, 12.5 grams of Methamphetamine as well as scales, packaging materials, loaded handguns, including one reported stolen from the State of Kentucky plus 3 large capacity ammunition feeding devices. Buchanan was arraigned and remanded to the Broome County Jail pending further court action.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Office announced that an Open Competitive Exam is scheduled for those interested in becoming Corrections Officers. The Deadline to file is May 12th & the exam will take place on June 30th. More information is available at the Sheriff’s Office page at gobroomecounty.com. or by calling 607-778-3076.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 4-13-23

The Virginia State Police charged 34 year old Michael Davis for abduction, and is now in Police custody. Davis was charged in connection with the April 5th abduction of Tatiana David Ithaca, which ended in a shootout with Police in Virginia, and with David deceased outside the Davis vehicle. Davis was shot by police after he opened fire on them as they responded when he crashed his vehicle following a 25 mile chase.

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Hundreds of Firefighters were battling a brush fire on the Otsego County-Schoharie County border yesterday afternoon at about 3:00 PM. Firefighters stayed at the scene into the night, the fire is believed to have started from a spark from a train, and spread quickly due to gusty winds & dry weather conditions. A command post is being opened this morning at the Richmondville Elementary school, The fire stretched about 6 miles.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 42 year old Bobbi Jo Worden of Oneonta on charges of Burglary, Trespassing & Petty Larceny for allegedly stealing numerous items from an Oneonta Business, and for trespassing at that businesses numerous times. Worden was taken to the Otsego County Jail where she was held without bail.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-12-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 12, 2023

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-12-23

Attorney General Letitia James today secured the largest multi-state agreement with JUUL Labs and its former directors and executives for their alleged role in contributing to the nationwide youth vaping epidemic. As part of a multi state agreement, JUUL will pay $462 million to 6 states and the District of Columbia, New York will receive $112.7 million, which will support underage vaping abatement programs across the state.

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Firefighters in Mount Upton & South New Berlin have responded to a reported Structure Fire at 415 Copes Corners Road, in the town of Butternuts. The fire was called in at about 1:00 PM this afternoon, early reports suggest that it is contained to a barn, WCDO News will have more details as they become available.

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Governor Kathy Hochul has nominated Rowan Wilson as chief judge of the state’s Court of Appeals, which is the state’s highest court. Wilson is a Harvard Law School graduate who currently serves as an associate judge of the Court of Appeals, which he has held for 6 years. Wilson is Hochul’s 2nd nomination for the position, she previously nominated Hector LaSalle, that choice was rejected by lawmakers in the Governor’s own party.

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The Broome County Court District Attorney’s Office announced that 30-year-old Dominick Howe pleaded guilty to felony Criminal Mischief. In December of 2022, Howe was accused of cutting off his GPS monitor and damaging it, he was required to wear it because of a previous felony conviction for Attempted Robbery, he will be sentenced to 2 to 4 years in State prison on June 23rd in Broome County Court.

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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is April 22nd from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. To find out what local law enforcement agencies are participating this year, go to deadiversion.usdoj.gov.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-12-23

The National Weather Service announced that there is an Elevated Risk of Wildfire today & into this evening across the entire region. The combination of low relative humidity, gusty winds and dry fine fuels could lead to fires spreading today, Everyone is urged to exercise caution if handling any potential ignition source, including machinery, cigarettes, and matches. The annual statewide burn ban is in effect until May 14.

Animal Adventure Park & Preserve opens for the season today, a series of new exhibits & events will be featured this year, the full schedule is available at theanimaladventurepark.com/events.

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A free virtual job fair will be held Today from 11:00am to 1:00pm. Many area businesses are participating, job seekers from across 6 counties can participate, including those in Chenango, Delaware & Otsego Counties. More information is available at working-solutions.org.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold their Legislative Leadership program today at the Old Schoolhouse Inn in Downsville. The event will run from 9:00 to 11:00 Am & will feature Congressman Marc Molinaro, State Senator Peter Oberacker & assembly-members Joe Angelino, Brian Maher & Chris Tague.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 4-11-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 11, 2023

P.M. NEWS Tuesday 4-11-23

Recent Congressional candidate Josh Riley of Ithaca announced his campaign to run for Congress again, in what is expected to be the 19th District again. Riley lost to Marc Molinaro, who only just started as the 19th district Congressman in January, after beating Riley in last November’s general election by a thin margin.

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Police in Virginia have not yet charged Michael Davis of Richmond Virginia, in connection with the April 5th abduction of Tatiana David in Ithaca. Police in Virginia stopped Michael Davis’s vehicle shortly after he crossed into Virginia, he fled the scene before crashing his vehicle about 35 minutes later, he shot at troopers who returned fire, Davis is still in critical condition in a Virginia hospital. Tatiana David was found deceased outside Davis’s vehicle, the results of the autopsy have not yet been released.

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Delaware County District Attorney’s Office announced that 41 year old Jason Dufton of Susquehanna, Pennsylvania pleaded guilty to engaging in a Course of Sexual Conduct Against a Child in Delaware County Court. Dufton admitted that he engaged in sexual conduct with a child less than 13 years old while he resided in the Town of Hancock, he will be sentenced to 7 years in state prison and 15 years of post-release supervision & he will be required to register as a sex offender upon his release from prison & he must submit a sample of his DNA for the state’s DNA databank. Sentencing will be on May 30th.

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The State Department of Corrections announced that disgraced Hollywood movie producer Harvey Weinstein has been moved to the Mohawk Correctional Facility in Rome New York. Weinstein was convicted of rape in 2020, he was sentenced to 23 years in state prison, he was also found guilty of sex crimes in California & was sentenced there to 16 years in prison. New York State Correctional officials moved Weinstein to Mohawk, following a heart procedure shortly after. His lawyers have also said that he suffers from diabetes and vision issues.

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It’s been almost a year since 12 year old Aliza Spencer of Binghamton was fatally shot while walking with her father & brother April 21st in Binghamton. Aliza’s Father Fred Spencer held a press conference & asked people to come forward with information into the shooting, A reward of $32,000 is being offered, many area residents have donated to increase the reward, so far there have been no arrests in the case.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 4-11-23

State lawmakers passed another budget extension for another week Monday, making sure that state workers get paid. State lawmakers will not be paid themselves until a budget is passed, according to state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Sticking points in the negotiations include bail reform & the Governor’s plans for more housing statewide. The Legislature would have through April 17 to either pass a budget or extend the process again.

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Broome Count District Attorney office reported that William Effner of Walton pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Effner admitted he possessed methamphetamine with the intent to sell in the Town of Nanticoke in December, he will be sentenced to 4 years in state prison and 2 years of post-release supervision in June. Effner was previously convicted of Attempted Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in 2019 in Delaware County.

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The Binghamton Rumble Ponies will have their home opener tonight at Mirabito Stadium. The Rumble Ponies will take on the Somerset Patriots at 6:35 PM, tickets are available at bingrp.com

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The General Clinton Canoe Regatta Hall of Fame will add a few more names this year, Committee spokesman Greg Davie Told WCDO News who will be inducted:

(Greg Davie 4-11-23)

The ceremony will be held on Saturday May 27th at 1:00 PM at General Clinton Park.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 4-10-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 10, 2023

P.M. NEWS Monday 4-10-23

The Broome County Sheriff’s Office announced that a missing, nonverbal 15-year-old boy with autism was found safe by law enforcement and returned to his parents after leaving home & falling into a river in the Town of Fenton on Sunday. State Police responded to a report of the missing child in the Town of Chenango, who had been visiting family from Syracuse & he wandered off unnoticed, Broome County Sheriff’s deputies responded & found the teen within 10 minutes of the bulletin, on West Service Road in the Town of Fenton. The juvenile was wet, he was evaluated by EMS, & was returned to his parents.

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Law Enforcement agencies in Broome County teamed up to execute a narcotics search warrant at 58 Massachusetts Avenue in Johnson City Thursday, Police recovered 2 pounds of methamphetamines, 10 ounces of fentanyl, plus crack cocaine and other unidentified substances. 30 year old Evan Middleton of Johnson City was charged with several counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance & various other drug related misdemeanors counts, he was transported to the Broome County Jail and held for arraignment on the charges.

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State Authorities remind area residents that a burn ban remains in effect through mid-May. Conditions are favorable for brush fires to spread quickly due to the dry conditions, low humidity & gusty winds this time of year, several brush fire have been reported since last week, firefighters in the town of Maine responded to a brush fire earlier this afternoon.

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The Eagles Experience will be returning to the Foothills performing Arts Center in Oneonta on Friday April 28th, Terry Potter of Millennia Entertainment explains:

(Terry Potter 4-10-23)

Tickets are available at Brownpapertickets.com or at the Foothills Performing Arts center Box office.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 4-10-23

Attorney General Letitia James and Governor Hochul filed an amicus brief Friday to support the redrawing of congressional district lines following what they say was a rushed process prior to the last election that did not follow the appropriate process. Prior to the 2022 election, an independent redistricting commission redrew the congressional, Assembly and Senate lines based on the 2020 census, The commission failed to agree on new district lines, so it went back to state lawmakers, & a judge later ruled those maps were gerrymandered, then a special master to complete the maps before the election.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30 year old Joseph Amaro of Cooperstown, following an investigation into an April 1st accident in the Town of Middlefield. Amaro was charged with DWI, Operating a motor vehicle while impaired by drugs & Criminal possession of a controlled substance, along with several other violations. Amaro was charged after he struck another vehicle in the Town of Middlefield, he will answer to the charges in the Town of Middlefield on a later date.

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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer visited the Norwich Fire Department last week, Schumer supports renewing the ‘Fire Grants and Safety Act of 2023′ in the Senate, he also announced that the Village of Oxford Fire Department has been awarded a $226,200 SAFER to recruit more volunteers joining the Department.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 4-7-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 7, 2023

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-7-23

State Police were called Tuesday afternoon to Castle Creek Road in the town of Chenango for a report of a car versus motorcycle fatal accident. The preliminary investigation determined that 31 year old Joseph Portorsnok of Binghamton, was turning left onto Castle Creek Road when he entered the path of a motorcycle, driven by 20 year old Kaitlynn Eaton of Castle Creek, who collided into Portorsnok. Police said that Eaton died at the scene. The investigation is ongoing.

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The Broome County District Attorney’s Office announced that 38 year old Jeremiah Raub of New Milford Pennsylvania was released on $150,000 bail. Raub was charged with murder and arson in connection with a fatal house fire on Milford Street in Binghamton in 2011 that killed 17 year old Jeffrey Aissa, he was arrested by Binghamton Police last Month. Raub was placed on a pre-release program and will be monitored by Broome County Probation through a GPS ankle monitor, His next court date is scheduled for May 15th, the investigation into the fire remains active.

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Commerce Chenango will host “Preventing Targeted Violence to Keep Communities Safe” on April 26th at the Colonia Theatre, 35 South Broad Street, Norwich. Commerce Chenango President & CEO Sal Testani told WCDO News that Wes Mills at Norwich Central School District & Joseph Testani, a retired FBI agent will provide training to Commerce Chenango Members:

(Sal Testani 4-7-23)

Testani said that the Registration for the event will begin at 10:00 AM on the 26th, with the presentation starting at 11:00 AM, those interested should register by April 19th at info@chenangony.org or call 607-334-1400.

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An Easter Egg Hunt for Kids will be sponsored by the Maydole Hose Company of the Norwich Fire Department and the Norwich Business Improvement District Saturday. The event will be held at East & West Parks in Norwich, at 10:00 AM the West Park event will be held for children up to age 4, & there will be a 10:30 AM start time at East Park for Ages 5 to 8.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 4-7-23

State Police released their update on the reported abduction of Tatiana David in Ithaca Wednesday. A witness reported that David was forced into a white SUV by the suspect, 34 year old Michael Davis of Richmond, Virginia against her will. An endangered adult alert was issued by State Police, They said that the victim and the suspect were in a previous relationship and have a 4-year-old child together. At 9:25 pm, Davis’s vehicle was detected crossing into the State of Virginia, Virginia State Police stopped the vehicle, at which time Davis fled the scene, leading Virginia State Police on a pursuit which ended when the suspect vehicle crashed in a wooded area at 10:05 PM. Davis began firing at Virginia State Police, who returned fire, Davis was critically wounded and was taken to an area Hospital and is in critical condition, Tatiana David was located deceased outside the vehicle at the crash location with an apparent gunshot wound, her autopsy was scheduled last night, the results will be released shortly, the investigation is continuing.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Correctional Facility announced that 26 year old Tymel Platt of Binghamton is facing 6 felony charges for smuggling Cocaine and Fentanyl within the facility. The Corrections Criminal Investigations Unit acted on information that Platt was in possession of contraband, his body was scanned which revealed an item hidden on his person, they recovered 2 smaller packages, with Cocaine & 4.1 grams of Fentanyl, which is capable of killing 205 people. Platt was charged with 4 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & 2 Counts of Promoting Prison Contraband, Platt was incarcerated on assault charges, he will be arraigned at a later date in the Town of Dickinson Court.

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The United Way of Mid Rural New York officially expanded into Madison County on April 1st, making the local United Way chapter a 4 county chapter. Executive Director Elizabeth Monaco told WCDO News that the move into Madison County will present different challenges than the recent expansion into Delaware & Otsego Counties did:

(Elizabeth Monaco 4-7-23)

Monaco said that the 1st fundraising effort in Delaware & Otsego Counties, brought in almost twice the amount than the previous year, but the circumstances in Madison County will not lend itself to doubling the fundraising in the 1st full year.

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The Jericho Arts Council will present the music of the Corvettes tonight, at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theater, spokesman Phil wade comments:

(Phile Wade 4-7-23)

The Gallery features the work of Rachel Hares & Mark Picone tonight, Doors open at 6:00, the show begins at 7:00 PM, tickets can be reserved at 607-288-3882.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 4-6-23

by wcdonews Posted on April 6, 2023

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 4-6-23

Police in Virginia reported that 34 year old Tatiana David of Ithaca, who was abducted from Ithaca yesterday morning, has died following a shootout with Police on I-95 in Springfield Virginia. Virginia State Police said that a trooper spotted the Jeep Cherokee that was the suspected kidnapper’s vehicle Wednesday Night, Police pulled the Jeep over & the trooper made contact with the driver and returned to his patrol car, the Jeep sped off and police pursued for about 20 miles, state police positioned vehicles around the Jeep to force it to stop. Virginia State Police said that the driver 35 year old Michael Davis began firing shots as troopers approached the Jeep, Troopers returned fire, Davis was shot and suffered life-threatening injuries, Tatiana David was shot and killed during the incident.

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The Greater Oneonta Historical Society will open its next special exhibition April 22nd, the exhibition will commemorate the bicentennial of the D&H Railroad’s History in the town and city of Oneonta, according to Society Curator Marcela Micucci:

(Marcela Micucci 4-5-23)

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; The exhibits opens on April 22nd 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 Sidney Chamber of Commerce Announced their annual award winners at their meeting Wednesday Morning, Dr. Rohan Jayasena was chosen as the winner of the “Citizen Of The Years” award, he told WCDO News of his reaction:

(Dr. Jayasena 4-6-23)

The Chamber also chose Waste Recovery Enterprises as the “Business of the Years” award winner, and Kyle Westcott, who formerly owned the Sidney Great American Food Store, was named as the winner of the Commitment to Community Award.

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Delaware County District Attorney’s office announced that 33 year old Andelis Santiago of Hartford Connecticut, was convicted on 1 count of Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs and Unlawfully Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle in the Town of Hancock Court. Santiago was alleged to have been speeding on State Route 17 in the Town of Hancock, State Police initiated a traffic stop, & he failed to stop his vehicle for approximately 8 miles, until he drove off the road. Santiago was fined $1,400, plus a $50 DNA fee for submitting a sample for the State DNA databank, he was also ordered to attend a Victim’s Impact Panel and successfully complete an Impaired Driver Program & he must undergo a drug and alcohol evaluation, he could face a year in jail if he fails to comply.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 4-6-23

Broome County Sheriff’s Office responded to a domestic dispute Monday, 30 year old Stephen Pudiak of Port Crane is accused of placing a gun at his girlfriend & also allegedly choking the women, in front of her 3-year-old daughter, she snuck away from their residence to file charges with the Broome County Sheriff’s Office when Pudiak fell asleep. Deputies made contact with Pudiak and took him into custody without issue, they seized weapons that he was not allowed to possess, he was taken to the Broome County Sheriff’s Office Central Arraignment and charged with 5 counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Unlawful Possession of a Large Capacity Ammunition Feeding Device, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing & menacing.

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26 Year old Brandin VanTassel of Walton, was sentenced Monday in Delaware County Court for Criminal Contempt. VanTassel previously pleaded guilty to Criminal Contempt in February, with a 6 month sentence & 5 years’ probation supervision, he contacted the protected party again in violation of the order of protection, Delaware County Court Judge Gary Rosa ruled that as a result of the new conduct, the Court was not bound by the original plea agreement, VanTassel was re-sentenced to 1 and 1/3 to 4 years in state prison.

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Governor Kathy Hochul announced over $70 million in financial assistance for water infrastructure improvement projects across New York State. The Village of Sidney received $565,312 short-term interest free financing and $887,469 in grants for the planning, design, and construction of wastewater treatment facility upgrades.

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Bassett Healthcare & Helios Care are teaming up to bring Author Sallie Tisdale for a town hall event Today at 6:00 PM at the Bassett Medical Center’s Clark Auditorium, to talk about Advance Directives, Bassett Spokesman Tim Schaffer explains:

(Tim Schaffer 4-6-23)

Schaffer said that the event will also be available through ZOOM, the links can be found at Bassett.org or through the Bassett Facebook page.

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