WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 3-14-23

by wcdonews Posted on March 14, 2023

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-14-23

Winter Weather is expected to continue for several more hours, local meteorologist Rich Townsend comments:

(Townsend 3-14-23)

The National Weather Service Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 8:00 AM Wednesday.

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Delaware County District Attorney’s Office announced that 39 year old Leigh Murray of Patterson pleaded guilty to DWI in Delaware County Court. Murray admitted to driving at a high rate of speed on State Route 17 in Hancock after 2 to 3 vodkas in November of last year, she will be sentenced to 6 months in jail and 5 years of post release supervision at sentencing at a later date.

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U.S. Senator Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced $5,196,000 in federal funding to develop and preserve affordable housing and invest in community development efforts throughout New York. The funding was allocated through NeighborWorks America, locally, Greater Opportunities for Broome and Chenango, will receive $212,000 in funding.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of harassment occurring in the Village of Margaretville. During the course of the investigation, the complainant advised that 51-year-old Melissa Hull of Margaretville contacted her via telephone and made threats & came to her residence in a confrontational manner and made additional threats. Hull was arrested Friday, & an order of protection was also issued against Hull ordering her to stay away from the complainant. Hull was processed and released on an appearance ticket.

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The New York State Department of Labor today released preliminary local area unemployment rates for January 2023. New York State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment increased from 4.1% to 4.2% in January 2023. Locally Chenango County had 4.3% unemployment, Delaware County 5.1% and Otsego County also had 5.1% in January.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-14-23

Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a State of Emergency, State Police are urging New Yorkers to avoid any unnecessary travel. High winds, rapidly falling heavy snow, and whiteout conditions, will make travel extremely dangerous.

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NYSEG crews will continue to be out as the heavy wet snow is expected to adversely affecting trees & power lines. Earlier this morning, over 1500 Delaware COunty custoomers were without power, but that was rectified by about 8:00 AM. Columbia County is the hardest hit, with over 6,000 customers without power this afternoon.

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The Norwich St. Baldrick’s Event will return to an In-Person Event on Saturday at the Norwich American Legion on Sheldon Street. More information is available on their website, stbaldricks.org/events/norwich2023.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 3-13-23

by wcdonews Posted on March 13, 2023

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-13-23

Another Winter Storm will be heading this way starting later today, local meteorologist Rich Townsend explains:

(Townsend 3-13-23)

The National Weather Service has issued a “WINTER STORM WARNING” starting at 6:00 PM today until Wednesday morning at 8:00 AM. The Governor will declare a State of Emergency that goes into effect at 8 pm. Tonight, it includes Broome, Chenango, Delaware & Otsego counties.

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The Sidney Community Cultural Center will have another Comedy Night this weekend, Spokesman Dennis Walrath explains:

(Dennis Walrath 3-13-23)

Tickets for the Comedy Night are available at cccsidneyart.booktix.com, Walrath also said that an Open Acoustic jam will be held Wednesday Night at 6:00 PM at the Community Cultural Center at 1 bridge Street in Sidney.

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Broome County DA’s office announced that 40 year old Quintin Wilson of Binghamton was convicted in Broome County Court in connection with a daytime Binghamton home invasion during which 2 people terrorized a 29-year-old woman. Wilson was found guilty for 2 counts of burglary, obstructing governmental administration and endangering the welfare of a child on March 5th 2021. Wilson will be sentenced on June 9.

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The Town of Unadilla announced that they will be closing the Town Court tonight, due to the impending Winter Weather.

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The General Clinton Canoe Regatta meeting originally scheduled for tonight has been canceled due to the Weather, the next meeting will be Monday, April 3rd @ 6:30 pm in the backroom @ Galaxy Bowl.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-13-23

Delaware County District Attorney’s Office announced that 41 year old Joshua Condon of Hartwick was sentenced to 20 year in prison for sexually abusing an 8 year old child. The sentences will be followed by 10 years of Post Release Supervision, and he will be required to register as a sex offender.

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Delaware County District Attorney’s Office announced that 49 year old Lyman McCann of Delhi was arraigned on a 3 county Indictments in Delaware County Court last week. McCann was charged with failure to register a change of address, criminal possession of a weapon and Offering a False Instrument for filing . McCann is accused of failing to notify Law enforcement of a change of address, failing to register as a sex offender and possessing a billy club in October of last year, he was sent to the Delaware County Jail on $5,000 Cash Bail or $10,000 bond.

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19th District Congressman Marc Molinaro will host town halls in Otsego & Delaware Counties today, The Otsego County Town Hall will be held at 11:00am at the Oneonta Town Hall in West Oneonta, followed by the Delaware County Town Hall at 1:00 PM at the Walton Fire House.

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The 13th edition of the Hall of Fame Classic will be played on Saturday, May 27 at Doubleday Field in Cooperstown. The Classic will feature Hall of Famers Rollie Fingers, Fergie Jenkins, Jim Kaat and Jack Morris along with Recently retired players representing each of the 30 big league teams, in the 7 inning game. Tickets go on sale at 9 am. this morning at baseballhall.org, or by phone at (407) 564-8059.

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WCDO FRIDAY 3-10-23

by wcdonews Posted on March 13, 2023

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-10-23

The Southern Tier Music Festival will be held July 1st at the Sidney Airport with a number of musical acts and other activities scheduled, The idea was started by Ed Curley of Sidney, it grew to include area businesses, 4Towns Forward & Millenia Entertainment. Ed Curley & Teri Schunk of 4Towns Forward made the announcement on WCDO this morning:

(Ed Curley 3-10-23)

More information will be at southerntiermusicfest.com, tickets can be purchased through brownpapertickets.com, and more performers are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.

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A winter weather advisory is in effect through tomorrow morning, Local Meteorologist Rich town send explains:

(Rich Townsend 3-10-23)

The Winter Weather Advisory runs through 9:00 AM tomorrow, another system is heading this way that could effect the region Sunday Night into Monday.

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The Clocks will go ahead 1 hour for Daylight Saving Time Sunday at 2:00 AM officially. When yo go to bed on Saturday night, move all of your clocks ahead 1 hour, and also make sure to replace batteries in old style smoke detectors as well this weekend.

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The State DEC announced that the annual Spring Brush Burning Ban will begin next week. The burn ban runs from March 16th through May 14th this year, more information is available at dec.ny.gov.

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-10-23

Delaware County District Attorney’s office announced that 74 year old Gary Miller of Sidney pleaded guilty to Endangering the welfare of a child. Miller admitted to touching a 10 year old female inappropriately, he was sentenced to 6 days in jail followed by a 1 year conditional discharge, he was also ordered to pay over $400 in fees, and he is required to submit DNA for the state’s DNA Data bank.

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19th District Congressman Marc Molinaro announced he will host town halls in Otsego, Delaware Counties next week, Molinaro said that the town halls will be an important part of his tenure in Congress:

(Molinaro 3-13-23)

The Otsego County Town Hall will be held Monday, at 11:00am at the Oneonta Town Hall in West Oneonta, followed by the Delaware County Town Hall at 1:00 PM at the Walton Fire House, The town halls are open to the public.

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The Tri-Town Theatre will present John Steinbeck’s “Of Mice & Men” Saturday Night & Sunday afternoon at the Sidney High School Auditorium, cast member George Wells comments:

(George Wells 3-10-23)

Tickets are available through a link at their website, tritowntheatre.com, or at the door before each performance.

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The New York Central Mutual Foundation announced a $50,000 donation to the United Way of Delaware and Otsego Counties in support of its mission to improve the quality of life for local residents in the areas of income, education, and health. In addition to the foundation’s donation, NYCM Insurance employees surpassed their goal in fundraising for the United Way of Delaware and Otsego Counties. A total of $2,077 was donated by 130 employees across the state, surpassing their goal of $2,000.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 3-9-23

by wcdonews Posted on March 9, 2023

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 3-9-23

The Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force seized Fentanyl and crack cocaine after they executed a search warrant at 15 Carlton Street Tuesday. Police charged Christopher Fox of Binghamton with 3 counts of Criminal possession of a controlled substance and Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia, they seized 36.6 grams of Fentanyl, approximately 1.4 grams of crack cocaine, drug packaging materials, and $2,288 of suspected drug proceeds . Fox faces court action shortly.

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The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested a juvenile following an incident Monday that occurred in an Otsego County school. The investigation revealed that the juvenile subjected another student to unwanted physical contact in a bathroom at the school. Due to their age, the defendant was issued an Appearance Ticket returnable to the Otsego County Probation Department. The unidentified student was charged with Unlawful Imprisonment, Obstruction of Breathing & Forcible Touching

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The State Department of Labor announced that the number of private sector jobs in New York State increased over the month by 23,600, or 0.3%, to 8,238,000 in January. New York State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased from 4.1% to 4.2% in January, the State’s labor force participation rate increased slightly to 60.5% in January.

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A Ground Breaking Ceremony will be held for the new “ACHIEVE” site, tomorrow at 1:00PM at the new 96 East Main Street Location. ACHIEVE is undertaking a major renovation of the former CWS Packaging building.

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The Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament in Norwich will be back this summer July 8th and 9th in the parking lot at the Norwich High School and Middle School. Organizer Tom Revoir said that they are hoping to approach pre-pandemic numbers for teams participating this year:

(Tom Revoir 3-9-23)

Revoir said that there are 3 divisions: Junior Divisions (18 years of age and below), Adult Divisions (19 years of age and above), and Top Divisions (Most experienced level of play). More information is available at Macker.com.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 3-9-23

Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35 year old Michael Catapano of Oneonta for DWI, following the report of an accident Sunday on State Highway 28, near Frank Slawson Road in the Town of Franklin. Deputies observed a vehicle that had left the roadway and came to rest in the Ditch. Deputies charged Michael Catapano with DWI, Driving with a BAC greater than 0.08%, Failure to keep Right, Catapano was released on uniform traffic summons returnable to the Town of Franklin Court.

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State Police were called to the Oneonta Walmart for a report of a larceny in progress. 38 year old Joseph Murray of Rome allegedly took items from the store without paying and loaded them into a truck, Police determined that 33 year old John Grass of Rome was still in the store taking more items. Grass provided Troopers with a false name, and it was found that he had a warrant out of the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office. Murray and Grass were both charged with Grand Larceny, Grass was also charged with Obstruction of Governmental Administration 2nd degree and False Personation, he was turned over to the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office. Murray and Grass were both given appearance tickets and are due to appear in the town of Oneonta Court on March 21, 2023.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office announced that Brian Dart was in custody thanks to the quick response and assistance by local community members. The Office announced that Dart was wanted on warrants, 6 separate tips came in within 2 hours of the announcement & Dart was located and taken into custody.

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The American Red Cross is experiencing a blood shortage due to the cancellation of blood drives and has issued an emergency request for all blood types. Donate blood Today, at the A.O. Fox Tri-Town Campus Lab on Pearl Street in Sidney between 1:30 PM and 6:30 PM in Conference Room N-112 . Appointments may be made at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-RedCross.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-8-23

by wcdonews Posted on March 8, 2023

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 3-8-23

Norwich Police Department’s new Chief Reuben Roach was sworn in by City of Norwich Mayor Brian Doliver Tuesday. Roach has had a 19-year career in law enforcement, serving in multiple positions over his career.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for Brian Dart on multiple outstanding warrants and asking the residents of Broome County for assistance. Dart was last known to frequent the Route 7 area of Port Crane. Anyone with information on the location of Brian Dart is asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office. Dart is described as a white male, 5’ 5”, about 205 lbs with blue eyes, brown hair, he is wanted for Criminal Contempt, Burglary, Aggravated Harassment, Criminal Mischief, anyone with information can go to gobroomecounty.com/sheriff/warrants or call the Broome County Sheriff’s Office tip line at 607-778-1911.

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SUNY Oneonta & the Sidney Central School District have set up a teacher pipeline initiative to bring SUNY Education students into the Sidney School District, which could lead to a teaching position in Sidney for the SUNY graduates, Sidney Superintendent Eben Bullock explains:

(Eben Bullock 3-8-23)

Bullock said that the program started last fall and doubled in size from 22 students in the fall to 22 students on campus and 19 working at the Pre-K off campus program at the Cullman Center this spring. Bullock said that there has been a teacher shortage and this program may help alleviate that issue in Sidney.

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A Cortland man charged with DWI after colliding with Broome Sheriff’s Office patrol car in the Town of Lisle Sunday. Additional Sheriff’s deputies responded to the accident, conducted the investigation and interviewed the driver, 26 year4 old Zackary Kohout of Cortland. Kohout was arrested and charged with Driving While Intoxicated, Following Too Closely, Speed Not Reasonable & Prudent, & Consumption of Alcohol in a Motor Vehicle, he was arraigned and released on an appearance ticket for the Town of Lisle Court later this month. The deputy whose patrol car was struck sustained minor injuries and was transported to Wilson Hospital for evaluation. He was subsequently treated and released.

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19th District Congressman Marc Molinaro announced that Opportunities for Otsego will receive $4.3 million dollars. The funds will be used to support the Head Start program, which provides early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services to children from low-income families.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 3-8-23

Broome County District Attorney Mike Korchak announced that Michael Seaman of New Berlin pleaded guilty in Broome County Court to felony Attempted Assault. Seaman admitted that on October 18, 2022, in the Town of Fenton he attempted to cause serious injury to an 18-year-old male by stabbing him in the leg with a knife during a road rage altercation. The victim was hospitalized and required surgery. Seaman will serve 4 years in State prison followed by 5 years post release supervision, he also waived his right to appeal. He will be sentenced on May 24th.

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Delaware County District Attorney’s Office announced the conviction of 43 year old Jonathan Sanchez of Meredith for criminal contempt, harassment. Sanchez was accused of contacting a protected party who had an order of protection filed against him, he is accused of violating that order, he will remain incarcerated at the Delaware County Correctional Facility until an opening at a rehabilitation center becomes available, where he will spend a 3 year term of probation supervision.

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Binghamton Police Department responded to the report of shots fired & a vehicle fleeing the scene. The vehicle was eventually stopped, with Skylar Pierre Louis and Juan Genao in the vehicle. Drugs, drug paraphernalia and money were also found in the car. Genao was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia, Louis was charged with Unlawfully Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle, the investigation is continuing and more charges are expected.

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The Delaware County Office for the Aging announced that there annual Big Wheels Golf Tournament will be held on Friday May 12th ant the Delhi College Golf Course. The event is the primary fundraiser for the office for the aging, registration is available by calling 607-832-5750.

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A free virtual job fair will be held today from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Businesses in 6 area counties are looking to fill positions, including in Chenango, Delaware, and Otsego Counties. The online Fair is sponsored by the Workforce Development Board, more information is available at working-solutions.org.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 3-7-23

by wcdonews Posted on March 7, 2023

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-7-23

Delaware County District Attorney’s Office announced that 31 year old Courtni Baker of Sidney was arraigned today on Grand Jury Charges in Delaware County Court . A Grand Jury handed up a 10 count indictment, including charges of vehicular assault, Aggravated vehicular assault, 2nd degree Assault, And Escape, for the February 15th incident where Baker is accused of Hitting 14 year old Anielle AK McEwan Lomnicki on Sharon Street in Sidney as she was walking home from school. Baker is accused of driving while intoxicated at the time of the incident, with a BAC of higher than .18, she is being held in the Delaware County Jail on $100,000 cash bail, $250,000 secured bond or $1 Million Dollars Partially Secured bond.

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35-year-old Bruice Jeffrey of North Norwich was arrested by Chenango County Sheriff’s Deputies Sunday after allegedly stealing more than $130,000 from an elderly person. The arrest followed an investigation into Jeffrey started by a claim from the Chenango County Social Services Department, he is accused of stealing from an elderly person’s account for 7 years. Jeffrey was charged with 3 counts of grand larceny and petty larceny, he was released with an appearance ticket and is due back in court at a later date.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested Timothy Taylor of Franklin for Endangering Welfare of a Child and Sexual Misconduct Taylor is accused of performing sexual acts with a 15 year old female in the Town of Hancock. Taylor was processed and issued an appearance ticket to appear before the Hancock Town Court at a later date.

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Lisa Driscoll of Harpersfield has joined the Delaware County Board of Supervisors. Driscoll replaces long time Supervisor James Eisel , who retired recently due to health issues.

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Governor Hochul announced that approximately $110 million was awarded to 86 projects through 2 grant programs to improve water quality across the state. Locally, Town of Chenango will get $10 Million for a new treatment technology at its Northgate facility to help meet State standards and improve water quality by reducing the amount of phosphorus entering the Chenango River and the Chesapeake Bay watershed.

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State Attorney General Letitia James released a list today of the top complaints her office has received in 2022. Over 5200 complaints were received regarding price gouging defective merchandise & poor customer service at retail establishments, over 3,000 were landlord or tenants complaints. over 2800 were about credit, banking & mortgage issues, over 2700 complaints were about consumer services organizations like COVID testing facilities, dry cleaners, restaurants or movers, and over 2500 for automobile sales & service.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-7-23

The Broome County District Attorney’s office announced that 53 year old Robert Randolph of Endicott was sentenced after pleading guilty to felony Criminal Possession of a Controlled substance. Randolph was caught with large quantities of methamphetamine, heroin, and fentanyl when police raided his motel room in Endicott in August of 2021, he was on parole from a previous conviction for selling methamphetamine. Randolph was sentenced to 5 years in state prison followed by 2 years of post-release supervision.

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59-year-old Norman O’Neil of Endwell died Friday after he fell through the ice when he and 1 other man were ice fishing in Tioga County. Tioga County Sheriff’s Office and area EMT’s & Firefighters responded, The sheriff’s office reported that the other man fell through the ice but pulled himself out but was unable to save O’Neill, First responders pulled O’Neil out, he was not responsive attempts to resuscitate O’Neil, he died from the injuries he sustained. The unidentified companion was taken to an area hospital & was treated and released.

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Commerce Chenango announced that they are looking for nominations for their Board of Directors. The requirements stipulate that a board member must be a Chamber member in good standing; Must agree to accept the responsibility of directorship; Must agree to represent the best interest of the membership of Commerce Chenango. Nominations should be received by March 15, 2023, at 5:00 pm, more information is available at 607-334-1400 or by email: info@chenangony.org.

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The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office is looking to sponsor children ages 9 to 12 to attend the 2023 New York State Sheriff’s Camp this summer. The camp will be held from Sunday, June 25th, to Saturday, July 1st, on Keuka Lake in Yates County. Parents with interested children can submit an application to smithkr@co.chenango.ny.us by March 10th.

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The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the 2023 Business & Commitment to Community/Good Neighbor Awards. The awards will be given out at the chamber’s annual dinner on June 11th, nominations must be received by March 30, more information is available by email to Unadillachamber@yahoo.com.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 3-6-23

by wcdonews Posted on March 6, 2023

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 3-6-23

Johnson City Police were called Sunday afternoon to the Oakdale Commons to check the welfare of a male subject who was believed to be intoxicated and was attempting to break into vehicles. 20-year-old Rajee Almashni of Binghamton is accused of trying to flee a police officer in a vehicle at a high rate of speed, striking 72 year old Elizabeth Atkinson of Johnson City. Additional officers responded & Almashni’s vehicle became disabled and he fled on foot, he was located and was taken into custody. Atkinson was taken to Wilson Hospital where she succumbed to her injuries. Almashni was charged with DWI, 2nd degree murder, Vehicular manslaughter, Leaving the scene of a fatal motor vehicle accident, Unlawful fleeing, Reckless endangerment & Grand Larceny, Almashni is being held at Broome County central arraignment awaiting processing

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A Chenango County Grand Jury indicted 50-year-old Andrew Frank Jr. on several charges for a series of commercial break-ins in downtown Sherburne in November & December of last year. Frank and 49-year-old Rena Jones were arrested by the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office on December 7, Frank was indicted on 3 counts of 3rd degree burglary, 3 counts of criminal mischief, & 1 count of attempt burglary, and 3 counts of petty larceny. Jones has been indicted with for 3rd degree burglary, for her role in 1 of the burglaries. Frank was arraigned in court and remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility with no bail. Rena was released on an appearance ticket for Village of Sherburne Court.

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This coming Sunday, March 12th it will be Daylight Saving Time, & New Yorkers will set their clocks forward one hour. The Firefighters Association of the State of New York is urging everyone to check their smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors at that time. Homeowners with alarms that have sealed, non-removable batteries should test the alarms to see if they are functional and check their expiration dates. Alarms equipped with removable batteries should have their batteries replaced and then test the alarm. New York State currently leads the nation in home fire deaths, with 36 deaths in the first two months of 2023, more information is available at fasny.com and nfpa.org.

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The Chenango County Traffic Safety Board & NBT Insurance are sponsoring a poster contest for school aged children in Chenango County, to raise awareness about impaired driving. Interested students will participate in 3 categories. grades K to 4, Middle school & High School. the deadline to submit a poster is March 21st. entry forms are available at the lobby of the Chenango County Office Building, or at the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office.

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The Northeast Classic Car Museum in Norwich is giving people a chance to win a classic 1967 Ford Mustang Convertible this year. Tickets are on sale through September 28th & the drawing will be held on October 11th in the lobby of the Museum, Officials rules and are available at classiccarmuseum.org.

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A.M. NEWS Monday 3-6-23

The Broome County District Attorney’s Office announced that Benjamin Forestier pleaded guilty to felony Aggravated Family Offense, for violating an Order of Protection which prohibited him from having contact with a 32-year-old woman. Forestier ignored the order and sent several harassing text messages to her, he had previously been convicted of Criminal Mischief for damaging the property of the same victim in 2021 & he has a prior felony conviction for Criminal Possession of a Weapon from 2019. Forestier will spend 1.5 to 3 years in state prison, when sentenced at a later date.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a motor vehicle accident on Ouaquaga Road in the Town of Colesville Thursday. 35-year-old Tina Harb of Harpursville lost control of her car and collided with a car that was parked off the roadway, her 9-year-old daughter was in the car during the accident and sustained minor injuries & she was taken to Wilson Hospital. Harb displayed several signs of impairment, she had alcoholic beverages in her vehicle and her purse, plus she refused a field sobriety test and was charged with felony DWI, Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated With a Child, Endangering the Welfare of a Child plus other charges, she was released on an appearance ticket and will return to the Town of Colesville Court at a later date.

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New Telemarketing calls go into effect today in New York State. The new law requires telemarketers to give customers the option to be added to their do-not-call list immediately after the telemarketer says their name and company.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 3-3-23

by wcdonews Posted on March 6, 2023

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 3-3-23

The village of Cooperstown will receive $4.5 Million Dollars as one of the Mohawk Valley Winners of 1st Round of New York Forward Program. Cooperstown seeks to revitalize historic facades, enhance infrastructure, renovate buildings and assist in the creation of downtown apartment-style housing with the funding.

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The House Ethics Committee announced Thursday it is launching an investigation into embattled Republican Congressman George Santos, who admitted to lying & embellishing his resume while running for Congress last year. Santos is being investigated for unlawful activity in his 2022 congressional campaign, since he was inaugurated, Santos removed himself from his committee assignments, this week, local 19th District Congressman Marc Molinaro said that he feels that Santos needs to step down, he join fellow New York Republican congressional members who announced that they would vote to kick Santos out of Congress.

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The State DEC announced the 2022 hunting season tied 2021 for being the safest-ever year. There were a total of 9 accidental shootings recorded in 2022, with 1 fatality. After analyzing the shootings, the DEC found all shooters had an average 30 years of hunting experience. every incident would have been prevented if those hunters followed the correct safety rules as taught in Safety courses.

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The State Department of Public Service is continuing to follow up on thousands of complaints that New York State Electric and Gas and their sister company Rochester Gas and Electric regarding their billing issues last year, where customers reported double billing or the doubling of the amount of a monthly bill, as well as long waits trying to reach customer service by phone. Public hearing in the affected areas will be announced shortly, The investigation into NYSEG and RG&E is still ongoing.

A.M. NEWS 3-3-23

A Neil Young Tribute band will be coming to the Foothills Performing Arts Center in oneonta This weekend, spokesman Geoff Doyle explains:

(GEOFF DOYLE 3-3-23)

Tickets and more information about this & future events can be found at their website foothillspac.org.

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The Chenango Arts Council will have the Ryan Clan performing this weekend at the Martin W. Kappel Theater in Norwich, spokesperson Mary Beth Miller explains:

(Mary Beth Miller 3-3-23)

Tickets & More information about future shows & events are available at chenangoarts.org.

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The State Office of Cannabis Management is doubling the number of retail dispensary licenses from 150 to 300 statewide. The office announced the decision after 900 applications were submitted.

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The 55th annual Binghamton St. Patrick Day’s parade returns to downtown tomorrow. City officials announced that 5 bagpipe bands will march tomorrow, Binghamton Police will be enforcing open container laws, thousands of spectators are anticipated.

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