WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-16-24

by wcdonews Posted on July 16, 2024

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-16-24

Nyseg reported that about 3600 customers were still without power this afternoon, following last night’s thunderstorms that downed trees & power-lines across the state. Crews are working to get power back on before another round of potentially destructive thunderstorms again tonight.

State Police arrested 44 year old Erica Miller of Unadilla Saturday night, for Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs. Troopers were dispatched to the Speedway at State Routes 7 and 8 for a report of a female passed out inside a vehicle while at the pumps. Troopers then observed the same vehicle traveling erratically on State Highway 7, Troopers conducted a traffic stop & after performing Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, Miller was arrested & was processed and issued appearance tickets to the Unadilla Town Court on August 20th.

Delaware County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division received a forcible touching complaint last month, their Preliminary investigation revealed that 63-year-old Michael Kudrewicz of Delhi allegedly forcibly touched another person, on July 10th, Investigators with the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested Kudrewicz for 1 count of Forcible Touching, An Order of Protection was also issued by the court, prohibiting Kudrewicz from having any contact with the victim. Kudrewicz was later released & he will reappear at the Town of Delhi Court at a later date to answer the charge.

State tax receipts totaled $29.9 billion through the 1st quarter of the current State Fiscal Year, which is 594 million higher than Budget Department estimates according to the the State Comptroller’s office. Sales tax receipts increased by 0.4%, in the month of June over last year. The State’s General Fund ended June with a balance of $49.6 billion, $2.1 billion higher than projected & $5.4 billion higher than last year, due to higher than anticipated tax collections and lower than anticipated spending.

Delaware County Office for the Aging will be in Sidney on Thursday, July 18th distributing Farmer’s market coupons to those 60+ in age. They will be at the Sidney Civic Center from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm & at Sidney Senior Village from 1 pm – 2:30 pm.

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The State DOT will host a public information meeting from today from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Southside Mall Community Room in Oneonta. Crews will be discussing a proposed highway safety and mobility improvement project along State Route 23 and State Route 28 in the Town of Oneonta, that may begin in the spring of 2026.

A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Sidney today from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the American Legion Post at 22 Union Street, Appointments are available at the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, at RedCrossBlood.org, or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce General Membership Meeting will be held this morning, the meeting begins at 7:30 AM in the back of Bob’s Diner.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-15-24

by wcdonews Posted on July 15, 2024

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-15-24

State and local law enforcement issued more than 37,000 tickets over the 4th of July enforcement campaign this year, State and local law enforcement charged 1,227 people for driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs. State Police arrested 251 people for DWI, 4,248 for speeding, 1,315 for not wearing a seat belt, 360 for distracted driving, and 219 for failing to abide by the Move Over Law.

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Chenango County residents are signing up for the next Household Hazardous Waste Collection day to be held on August 10th at the Chenango County Highway Garage on Rexford Street in Norwich. David Blackman of Chenango DPW told WCDO News what they can not accept at this event:

(David Blackman 7-15-24)

More information about he Household Hazardous Waste Collection day for Chenango Count is available at 607-337-1792.

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Delaware Valley Humane Society is looking for supplies to assist in the caring of cats & dogs while they was waiting to be adopted into their forever homes, Shelter Director Erin Insinga recently visited WCDO to discuss what they are looking for:

(Erin Insinga 7-15-24)

More information about donations, adoptions, procedures & upcoming fundraiser are available by calling 607-563-7780 or by going to the Facebook page.

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U.S. District Judge La Shann DeArcy Hall dismissed an unidentified State Trooper’s claim of retaliation against former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, ruling that the retaliatory action Cuomo took against her occurred after her employment contract had already ended. Judge Hall said that whether the threat happened or not, the plaintiff identified as “Trooper 1” had failed to establish discrimination and retaliation claims against Cuomo & both of his former aides, while they were still in office.

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The Next Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce Meeting will be held tomorrow morning in Bainbridge. The meeting will begin at 7:30 am at the back of Bob’s Diner, chamber members & directors are urged to attend.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-15-24

The Chenango County Health Department reported that a skunk found along County Route 27 in the Town of Oxford was tested on July 10, 2024, by the NYS Wadsworth Laboratory and was found to have rabies. The Health Department did not report of any human or domesticated animal exposure to the skunk, more information is available at (607) 337-1673

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State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli announced that the Property tax levy growth will be capped at 2% for 2025 for local governments that operate on a calendar-based fiscal year. The figure affects tax cap calculations for all counties, towns, and fire districts, as well as 44 cities and 13 villages. DiNapoli’s office calculated the 2025 inflation factor at 3.3% for those local governments, which set the cap at the 2% allowable levy increase.

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2 American Red Cross Blood Drives will be held in Delaware County today, 1 in Walton from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., at the Watershed Agricultural Council, 44 West Street, another will be held in Roxbury from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., at the Carriage House, on Main Street, to make an appointment, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 7-12-24

by wcdonews Posted on July 12, 2024

WCDO NEWS Friday 7-12-24

The annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament is this weekend & it is back in Downtown Norwich this year. About 250 teams were signed up, anyone interested in volunteering can call the Norwich YMCA at 607-336-9622 extension 0. Registration will be today from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the Norwich Fire House.

The Town of Colchester Police & State EnCon Police responded to a motorcycle accident July 6th, Officers located a Harley Davidson off the road into trees. The operator of the vehicle 45 year old Larry Plows of Sidney was located down an embankment with serious head and internal injuries, Plows was transported to Delaware Valley Hospital in Walton where he was pronounced deceased.

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The Cullman Child Development Center of Sidney will hold their annual “Ag Day” for children to experience various aspects of farming, according to Cullman Director Amy Williams:

(Amy Williams 7-12-24)

The event will be held Sunday at Keith Clark Park in Sidney from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

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A different kind of Comedy Show will be at the Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta this weekend, spokesman Geoff Doyle described the next show:

(Geoff Doyle 7-12-24)

Tickets & more information about future shows can be found at foothillspac.org or by calling (607) 431-2080.

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The 46th Annual Unadilla Chamber of Commerce Carnival of Sales will be held around the village of Unadilla Saturday, Unadilla Chamber of Commerce President Jackie Carey comments:

(Jackie Carey 7-12-24)

Carey said that there are more than 50 Vendors participating, along with Entertainment and Yard Sales throughout the village, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Saturday.

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2 more American Red Cross Blood Drives will be held today, 1 in Cooperstown from 11:30 am. – 4:30 pm., at the Cooperstown Fire Department, another will be held in Edmeston from 10 am. – 3 pm., at Pathfinder Village, 3 Chenango Road, to schedule an appointment, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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Music by composers who live in or contribute to the musical life of Otsego County will be the focus of the next in the summer series of concerts at Gilbertsville’s Dunderberg Gallery, at 118 Marion Avenue. The next show will be Saturday night at 7:30 pm. The Tickets will be available at the door: $20 for adults; $15 for seniors and students; $10 for children, for more information, call the gallery at 607-783-2010.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 7-11-24

by wcdonews Posted on July 11, 2024

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 7-11-24

Following extensive allegations of misconduct by Supreme Court justices, including secretly accepting lavish gifts and luxury trips from businesses with cases before the Supreme Court & failing to disclose those conflicts of interest, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand supports bills to reform the Court by mandating robust ethics and transparency requirements and imposing term limits for Supreme Court justices:

(Gillibrand 7-12-24)

The bills that Gillibrand supports comes after articles of impeachment against Justice Alito & Thomas were filed in the US House of Representatives Wednesday.

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Plans are moving forward for projects in the Norwich DRI Grant program, Commerce Chenango CEO & President Sal Testani explains:

(Sal Testani 7-11-24)

Among the project, and American Avenue Beautification Project, the Lackawanna Avenue Project, the downtown boutique hotel, a downtown brewery project, improvements to the Martin W. Kappel Theater, and a multi-purpose plan for the old Unguentine Building.

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The 2024 Otsego County Fair is set to take place July 30 to August 4. spokesperson Lisa Jackson told WCDO News that there are many new vendors & attractions this year:

(Lisa Jackson 7-11-24)

More Information is available at their website: otsegocountyfair.org or on their Facebook page.

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The Chenango County Health Department will hold a rabies vaccination clinic for Dogs, Cats & Ferrets today in Bainbridge. The clinic will run from 5:30 to 6:30 PM at the Bainbridge Town Hall. Pre-register at 607-337-1673, a $5 donation is suggested.

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A.M. NEWS Thursday 7-11-24

The State Office of Cannabis Management presented updates at their meeting this week regarding the State’s ongoing efforts to enforce against the illicit cannabis market. To date, the Office reported that over 323 inspections have been conducted by State Officials, resulting in the seizure of more than 4,800 pounds of illicit cannabis products, valued at nearly $30 million. As of Tuesday, 164 illicit stores have been padlocked, including Sidney Exotics at 30 Main Street, 252 Notices of Violation have been issued, and 76 hearings have been conducted. the total number of adult-use licenses issued in 2024 will climb to 614.

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New York State will receive a total $112.7 of the $462 million settlement with Vaping Manufacturer Juul. Locally Broome will receive $596,588, Chenango County will get $351,000, Delaware County $315,519, more information is available at the Attorney General’s website.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies received information last month that firearms had been turned over from 45 yr-old George Coulter to a third party for safe keeping. It was discovered during the course of the investigation that one of those firearms was a semi-automatic pistol & that Coulter did not possess a valid State Pistol permit. All firearms and one pistol were secured by Delaware County Sheriff Deputies, Coulter was charged with criminal possession of a weapon, he was released on an appearance ticket, returnable at a later date to the Franklin Town Court.

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Congressman Marc Molinaro’s constituent service team will hold mobile office hours from 10:00am to noon today at Windsor Village Hall, constituents will be able to connect with representatives from Rep. Molinaro’s office to share comments and resolve issues they are having with federal agencies like the VA, IRS, and Social Security Administration.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-10-24

by wcdonews Posted on July 10, 2024

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 7-10-24

A tornado Watch has been issued through this evening for the WCDO Listening area, local meteorologist Rich Townsend comments about the possibility for severe weather:

(Rich Townsend 7-10-24)

The tornado watch is in effect until 9:00 PM, we’ll have the WCDO Forecast following this news cast.

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The Broome County District Attorney’s Office announced Tuesday that Michael Gibson of Endicott has been sentenced for rape in the first degree, he will serve 17 years in prison for the crime, followed by 15 years of post-release supervision. Gibson admitted to performing sexual acts with a victim who was under the age of 13 in Summer 2023, the office said. He pleaded guilty to the crime in February.

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Delaware County Sheriffs Office Criminal Investigations Division received a complaint in April from Delaware County Probation Department that a person supervised by the Probation Department was suspected of communicating with underage children in a sexual manner. On July 3rd, the Division arrested and charged 27-year-old Dylan Brooks, of Hancock for 1 count of Disseminating Indecent Material to Minors, and 1 count of Endangering the Welfare of Child, Brooks is alleged to have violated his terms and conditions of probation by using an unauthorized phone and social media account to engage in conversations of a sexual nature with a 16-year-old child, proceeding to then send photos of a pornographic nature to the underage child. Brooks was released on an appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Hancock Court at a later date.

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The Southern Tier Music Festival went over well this past weekend at the Sidney Airport, Teri Schunk was 1 of the organizers of the event:

(Teri Schunk 7-10-24)

Schunk also said that the Sidney Summer Music Series begins tonight with the Sidney Community band at 6:00 PM, due to the inclement weather, the concert will at the Sidney Community Center at 1 Bridge Street, the shows will all be free.

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State Police & The State Office of Cannabis Management has continued to execute search warrants on businesses suspected of illegally selling Marijuana without possessing a license to do so. Sidney Exotics at 30 Main Street in Sidney was closed down Monday, more details are expected to be released shortly.

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 7-10-24

Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30 year old Christopher Fuller of Oxford on July 3rd, after a Deputy in Norwich observed Fuller driving a pick-up truck & knew he did not have a valid license. The Deputy observed Fuller driving in a reckless manner and attempted to conduct a traffic stop, Fuller failed to comply & the pursuit continued until Fuller’s truck became disabled, he attempted to flee on foot, and he was taken into custody. Fuller was charged with Criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell, Reckless Endangerment, Unlawfully fleeing a Police officer & numerous other related charges, he was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on cash bail.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Strategic Response Group arrested 59 year old Kenneth Jordan of Endicott On Saturday. During a traffic stop in Binghamton, deputies observed a knotted plastic bag hanging out of his pocket, Jordan to be in the possession of fentanyl, cocaine, plus cash from suspected drug sales. Jordan was charged with Criminal Possession of Narcotics with Intent to Sell, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, speeding and several other related charges, Jordan was arraigned and released after being issued appearance tickets returnable to the City of Binghamton Court.

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64 year old Johannes Vulto of Vulto Creamery LLC in Walton, was sentenced in federal court on July 9 for his company’s connection to a listeriosis outbreak from the cheese they produced & sold in in 2016 and 2017 that resulted in the death of 2 people and 8 hospitalizations. Vulto was sentenced to 3 years probation and ordered to pay a $100,000 fine, along with 240 hours of mandated community services. Vulto Creamery went out of business after the listeria issue.

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The State DOT will host a public information meeting from 5 pm. to 7 pm. on Tuesday, July 16, pertaining to a proposed project along State Route 23 and State Route 28 in the Town of Oneonta, that may begin in the spring of 2026. The project will enhance safety, traffic flow and pedestrian accommodations State Route 23 Southside, The meeting will be held at the Southside Mall Community Room.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-9-24

by wcdonews Posted on July 9, 2024

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-9-24

37 year old Paul Fontana, Jr. of Delhi pleaded guilty to Attempted Criminal Possession of a Weapon in Delaware County Court Monday. Fontana appeared for a scheduled suppression hearing, prior to the hearing, he pleaded guilty in order to satisfy an indictment which alleged that Fontana had illegally possessed 10 or more firearms, including “ghost guns” in his home. The Village of Delhi Police and the Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded after a complaint was lodged that Fontana was making threats to harm himself and others. Fontana will be sentenced to serve 6 years in state prison, and an additional 5 years of post-release supervision.

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The Nate Lull Scholarship Fundraising Golf Tournament raised a record breaking amount of money in Franklin this past weekend, Lull told WCDO News how much money they raised:

(Nate Lull 7-9-24)

More information about the scholarship & future fundraising opportunities will be on NateLull.com

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A different kind of Comedy Show will be at the Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta this weekend, spokesman Geoff Doyle visited WCDO this morning & described the next show:

(Geoff Doyle 7-9-24)

Tickets & more information about future shows can be found at foothillspac.org or by calling (607) 431-2080.

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State Police arrested 72 year old Thomas Jacobson of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for DWI & Reckless Driving. Troopers received information that a vehicle was traveling the wrong way on State Route 17, they located the vehicle, traveling eastbound in the westbound lanes near Deposit. Troopers attempted to flag down the driver from the opposite lanes but were unable to gain his attention, Jacobson stopped near mile marker 274 in the town of Sanford when another vehicle blocked the roadway. Jacobson was arrested, his BAC was .17%. He was issued appearance tickets to the Sanford Town Court on August 2nd.

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Otsego County Public Health will hold a free rabies vaccination clinic for dogs, cats & ferrets this evening, at Clifton Park in Unadilla, the clinic will run from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 7-9-24

On July 3, State Police conducted an Underage Drinking Initiative in Chenango and Otsego Counties. During the initiative, 10 businesses were checked for compliance. All ten were found in compliance and did not sell any alcohol to the underage operative, in Norwich, Oxford, Greene, Smithville Flats & Morris. During these investigations, businesses are checked utilizing a Trooper in plain clothes and one or several underage operatives who cannot lie about their age or provide a false date of birth. State police also announced that 22 people were arrested for DWI, from June 28th to July 5th in Troop c.

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The Delaware County Fair returns in August to the Fairgrounds in Walton, Spokesman Jason Craig said that the expanded entertainment area allows for several new activities this year:

(Jason Craig 7-9-24)

The 137th Delaware County Fair will be from August 12th to the 17th, more information is available at delawarecountyfair.org.

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Delaware County Solid Waste Department announced that sign ups are already underway for the next Clean Sweep event, spokesman Tyson Robb explains:

(Tyson Robb 7-9-24)

Robb said that telephone registration will be Register by Telephone from September 1st – September 15th, additional information is available at co.delaware.ny.us.

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Tourism in New York state has grown post-pandemic but employment in tourism-related industries remains 4.3% below pre-pandemic levels, according to State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. The report found strong increases in domestic and international travelers to the state, visitors flocked to outdoor destinations, with attendance at state parks 9.1% higher in 2023 than 2020. During the pandemic, New York lost $10.9 billion in economic activity from travel and tourism, but by 2023, had fully recovered, and was $792 million higher than in 2019. Tourism generated $34 billion in direct economic activity and provided almost 417,000 jobs statewide in 2023, ranking New York second behind California in tourism.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in Oneonta today from 10 am. – 3 pm., at Springbrook, 105 Campus Drive. To make an appointment, go to the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 7-8-24

by wcdonews Posted on July 8, 2024

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-8-24

Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35 year old Joseph Clary of Oneonta for Sex Offender Failure to Notify Change of Address. Clary was charged following an investigation in to a registered sex offender failing to abide by the State Sex Offender Registry, he had relocated from his residence in the Town of Oneonta in March of 2024 and did not make the proper notifications to authorities, he was processed and was remanded to the Otsego County Correctional Facility to await arraignment.

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51 year old John Wilson of Binghamton was sentenced as a 2nd time felony offender in Broome County Court to 8 years in State Prison, followed by 3 years of post-release supervision for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. The sentencing followed a jury trial in April where a jury was empaneled, and opening statements were delivered, shortly before the first witness was called, Wilson opted to enter a guilty plea. Wilson was arrested in January of 2023, after the Broome County Special Investigations Unit executed a narcotics search warrant at the storefront located at 42 Clinton Street in the City of Binghamton, they seized cocaine and fentanyl, a digital scale and packaging material.

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48 year old Edward Monk of Binghamton was sentenced last week in Broome County Court to 3.5 years to 7 years in State Prison for Attempted Arson & Aggravated Harassment of an Employee by Inmate. On December 9th, 2023 Monk set fire to 2 trucks at a Mirabito gas station on Upper Front Street. On March 15, 2024, while incarcerated at Broome County Jail, Monk threw a cup of urine at forensic workers and a corrections sergeant.

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The annual Gus Macker 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament is only days away in Downtown Norwich, Macker Organizer Tom Revoir said that they still need volunteers for a variety of tasks:

(Tom Revoir 7-8-24)

Revoir said that prospective volunteers can sign up at the Front Desk at the Norwich YMCA or they can call to get more information at 607-336-9622 extension 0.

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UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich is relaunching it’s summer career exploration program for students entering 8th or 9th grade, UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital spokesman Gary Root explains:

(Gary Root 7-8-234)

Root said that the 2-day day camp will take place on Thursday, August 15 and Friday, August 16, any students interested in attending must fill out an application and submit an essay by Friday, July 22, more information is available at 607-373-0570 or (607) 337-4151.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-8-24

On July 3rd, Norwich Police Department received an emergency call about a Burglary in progress on Westcott Street in the City of Norwich. Officers responded and took 26 year old Adam Ferguson of Norwich into custody, he was charged with 2nd degree Burglary, Criminal Mischief & Criminal Trespass. Police reported that the woman called & said that an unknown male was climbing a ladder from her backyard and was trying to enter her 3rd floor apartment & tried to force open a door & enter. Officers found Ferguson still on the ladder. Norwich Police Chief Reuben Roach stated that Ferguson is on Parole for felony assault on a police officer in 2020, he was remanded to the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office on $25,000 bail.

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25 year old Sean Gillespie of Bovina pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in Delaware County Court last week. Gillespie appeared in County Court on July 1st for a conference on his pending indictment, After the conference, he pleaded guilty, he admitted that on March 13th in the Village of Delhi, he possessed a quantity of fentanyl with intent to sell, he will be sentenced to 3 years in state prison, followed by 1 year of post release supervision, he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility pending final sentencing.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 43 year old Chad Walters of Bainbridge for failing to abide by the State Sex Offender Registry, by failing to report an address change & Failing to Complete the Annual Verification. Walters had relocated from the Town of Otego in the beginning of 2024. State Troopers located Walters last week, he was processed on an arrest warrant as well as the new charges and was being held in the Otsego County Correctional Facility for future court action.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 20 year old Howayne Gayle of Hartwick, for Menacing & Harassment following a domestic dispute in the Town of Hartwick. Gayle is accused of threatening the victim with a pair of scissors during the dispute, he was taken into custody and transported to the Sheriff’s Office, he was processed & was then turned over to the jail to await future court action.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 7-2-24

by wcdonews Posted on July 2, 2024

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 7-2-24

Two Delaware County campgrounds sustained damages when straight-line winds, also known as a micro-burst, rolled through Cooks Falls on Sunday June 30th around 10:30 AM. Delaware County Spokesperson Shelly Johnson Bennett told WCDO news about the damages:

(Shelly Johnson-Bennett 7-2-24)

Johnson Bennett said that the deceased woman has been identified as Carol Luistro of Edison New Jersey, there were a few other people who suffered minor injuries, she also said that the National Weather Service Damage Assessment Team investigated the affected areas Sunday evening, they reported that it was part of a band of thunderstorms that impacted eastern Delaware and western Sullivan Counties on Sunday morning.

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42 year old Thomas Mould of Stamford was indicted for Criminal Sexual Act, Forcible Touching and Endangering the Welfare of a Child by the Delaware County Grand Jury on June 27th. Mould is accused of engaging in sexual conduct with a victim less than 17 years old in Stamford on June 22nd, Forcible Touched the intimate parts of another person, and he did knowingly act in a manner likely to be injurious to the physical mental or moral welfare of a child. Mould faces the potential of being sentenced to life in prison if he is convicted and sentenced as a persistent felony offender.

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People waited in line Saturday on main Street in Oneonta to purchase tattoos, with the money going to the Delaware Valley Humane Society, Shelter Director Erin Insinga said that the response & the donation was overwhelming:

(Erin Insinga 7-2-24)

Insinga said that there are 2 more fundraisers this Saturday July 6th, one is a Bake Sale for All Animals Matter from 9:00 Am to 3:00 PM at Tractor Supply in Sidney & the other a a bottle & Can Drive for the Delaware Valley Humane Society, where people can drop off bottle & cans Saturday at the Shelter in Sidney from 9:00 Am to 2:00 PM, local pick ups can be arranged by calling the shelter at 607-563-7780 or by messaging them on their Facebook page, the recyclables will be hauled away by Krazy

8 Redemption.

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State Police arrested 67 year old Eric Halstead of Candor, for Corrupting the Government & 3rd degree Grand Larceny, following an investigation by State Police with the Office of the State Comptroller. An investigation revealed that over several years while Halstead was Mayor of the Village of Candor, he withdrew over $23,000 dollars in cash from a Village account for personal use, Halstead replaced approximately $19-thousand dollars but still owes money to the Village of Candor. Halstead was arrested and Arraigned & he was released on his own recognizance and scheduled to appear in the Candor Town Court on August 5th.

A.M. News Tuesday 7-2-24

State Police responded to a report of a domestic dispute on County Highway 47 in the town of Oneonta. 37 year old Timothy White of Oneonta was in possession of long guns and a victim was fearful of White’s past actions that could lead to further harm. While issuing an Extreme Risk Protection Order, Troopers observed numerous firearms and narcotics related items which further resulted in a search warrant of White’s residence, where Police seized methamphetamines, heroin, pills, scales, packaging materials & 2 rifles with defaced serial numbers White was charged with multiple counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Criminal Possession of a Weapon, he was arraigned & was remanded on $50,000 cash or $100,000 property bond.

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State Police were dispatched to Thursday to Jericho Road in the town of Bainbridge to a suspicious male and vehicle parked in the driveway of a residence where he didn’t belong. While attempting to interview the uncooperative driver, Troopers smelled an odor of an alcoholic beverage. 28 year old Jacob Roach of Frankfort was arrested, Troopers discovered that the vehicle was stolen from a lot in Binghamton, Roach was charged with DWI, Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, Obstructing Governmental Administration, Obstructing Emergency Medical Services, Roach was transported to the Chenango County Jail for Centralized Arraignment.

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An Investigation by the State Attorney General’s Office will begin shortly, following the shooting by Utica Police of a 13 year old Friday night. Utica’s Crime Prevention Unit conducted a stop of two juveniles related to an ongoing investigation, one of them fled on foot and displayed what appeared to officers to be a handgun, an un-named officers discharged his weapon and shot the teen, who succumbed to his injuries at an area hospital.

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