WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 9-5-24

by wcdonews Posted on September 5, 2024

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 9-5-24

State Police responded late last night to a residence on Houck Road in the town of Masonville for a reported domestic dispute. 32 year old Drew Garnier of Masonville, was charged with 2nd degree Murder and 2 counts of attempted Murder. Garnier allegedly stabbed his pregnant wife, 29 year old Samantha Garnier & their 2 children. Troopers and Sheriff’s Deputies rendered aid to Samantha prior to EMT’s arrival, she was airlifted to Wilson Medical Center where she later succumbed to her injuries. 1 child was taken to Wilson Medical Center but later transferred to Upstate Medical Center. A second child was airlifted to Upstate Medical Center. Both children are expected to survive. Garnier was arrested on scene and taken to A.O Fox Hospital and upon release, he was processed at Troop C in Sidney & was transported to the Delaware Correctional Facility where he was remanded without bail.

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State Police and Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the 2800 block of State Highway 268 in the town of Hancock for a report of a shooting Wednesday Morning. A 32-year-old man was shot in the upper arm and airlifted to Albany Medical Center, with a non-life-threatening injury. 60 year old Robert Trago Jr., of Hancock, was charged with Attempted Murder and Criminal Possession of a Weapon, he was located just before 3:00 pm., in the Margaretville area and taken into custody. Trago Jr. was taken to Delhi where he was arraigned & was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility on $100,000 cash, $200,000 credit, $400,000 bond.

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The Delaware County Planning Board announced that they plan to develop a Strategic Comprehensive Plan, to guide future growth, development, and preservation in the County. Fisher Associates will lead the planning process and public engagement efforts. Public Input Sessions will be on Monday, September 16, from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at the Hobart Community Center & Tuesday, September 17 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at the Walton Fire Hall, on West Street. The input gathered from the public survey and during these initial input sessions will be reviewed by Delaware County Planning and Fisher Associates, followed by additional opportunities for public review and comment.

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Broadway In Binghamton will host an open house event Tuesday, September 10 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, offering patrons an opportunity to explore the Forum Theatre and “Test Drive” seats for the upcoming season. Broadway In Binghamton staff will be on hand to answer any questions about the 2024-2025 M&T Bank Broadway Season, as well as additional information on subscriber benefits, and group booking information. The 2024-2025 Season includes: Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of the Temptations, The Cher Show, The Addams Family, and Chicago. For more information, go to BroadwayInBinghamton.com.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 9-5-24

State Police responded late Tuesday Night & early Wednesday Morning to 2 multiple vehicle crashes on I-81 in the towns of Lisle & then Marathon. The 1st accident occurred when 28 year old Singh Simran of Calgary, Alberta went off the roadway into the grassy median & attempted to bring the tractor trailer back into the roadway but overturned, blocking both lanes, 19 year old Danial Kirmani struck the cab with his car, 2nd tractor trailer operated by 67 year old Mykola Khudyk of Quebec collided with the trailer portion of the first tractor trailer, Kirmani was transported to Wilson Hospital for minor injuries. in the 2nd accident, in the town of Marathon, 31 year old Nicholas Espino of Bronx, failed to observe another tractor trailer slowing down, driven by 34 year old Gregory Wilson of Mexicao New York, & rear ended it, No injuries were reported. The portion of I-81 from Marathon to Lisle was closed for several hours due to the dense fog, clean up & the investigation of both crashes, The highway was reopened at 8:30 Wednesday Morning.

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The Workforce Development Board is sponsoring a free virtual job fair on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, from 11:00am to 1:00pm. All businesses and job seekers in Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Chenango, Delaware, and Otsego counties are invited to participate, more information is available at working-solutions.org.

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The Tri-County Chapter of New York State Women is sponsoring their annual AMBA Blood Screening Clinic on Saturday, September 14 at the Sidney Elks Lodge, 104 River Street, in Sidney, from 6 AM to 9:30 AM. Call 1-888-234-8888 for an appointment, participants must have prescriptions from your doctor.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-4-24

by wcdonews Posted on September 4, 2024

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-4-24

State Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred shortly after 8:00 am., in the 2800 block of State Highway 268 in the town of Hancock.  One person was air lifted to Albany Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries. The investigation is on-going, State Police are asking the public to avoid the 2800 block of State Route 268 while the investigation continues.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35 year old Travis Ross of Whitney Point for allegedly driving head-on into and on top of an occupied vehicle in the Town of Triangle. Early Monday morning, Deputies responded to a report of a 2-car motor vehicle accident in Triangle, patrols found Ross in the drivers seat of a Pickup truck that was parked on top of a Mitsubishi Eclipse, the 2 passengers escaped, 1 hid nearby and the other called 911 at a nearby store, neither occupants was injured. Ross was charged with 2 counts of Reckless Endangerment, 2 counts of 2nd degree Assault, along with several traffic violations, he was processed & released to appear at a later date in the Town of Triangle Court.

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The new COVID-19 vaccine for the 2024-2025 season is now available in New York State. eligible New Yorkers, especially those who are 65 and older are at risk for severe COVID-19, or have never received a COVID-19 vaccine, as well as students should get the vaccine. New Yorkers to receive the new COVID-19 vaccine at any pharmacy in New York State without a prescription or from their individual health care provider. Information about where to get the vaccines is available at vaccines.gov, more information about COVID 19 is available at coronavirus.health.ny.gov.

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U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced $59,115,204 in federal funding to modernize facilities and strengthen airfield safety at 26 airports across New York State.  In the Southern Tier, The Greater Binghamton Airport will get $4.7 Million Dollars for Signage, Taxiway rehabilitation & lighting.

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The Susquehanna SPCA & the Otsego County Sheriff’s Department rescued 2 dogs & 2 Quail from a residence on County Route 35 in Milford. 2 emaciated dogs were taken to Cornell for treatment, the shelter is working with the Friends Network to foster and rehabilitate the birds, to donate or to receive more information, go to sqspca.org.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 9-4-24

On Monday, Broome County Sheriff’s Office Road Patrol responded to the report of a male that had been stabbed in the chest at an apartment complex In the Town of Union. Patrols located the victim lying on the ground of the parking lot of the complex, with two witnesses providing first aid, deputies immediately provided life-saving measures until EMS arrived. The victim was then transported to UHS Wilson Hospital, where he remains in serious condition. 32 year old Janzer Canelo of Endicott and the victim were both residents of the apartment complex and had been in an ongoing dispute over laundry, Canelo was charged with 1st Degree Assault, he was transported for arraignment & remains in custody at the Broome County Sheriff’s Correctional Facility.

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State Police arrested 23 year old Jusa Haygood of Syracuse, for Endangering the Welfare of a Child and Unlawfully Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle. A Trooper in the town of Lansing observed a vehicle speeding and attempted to initiate a traffic stop but the vehicle failed to comply. The vehicle pulled into an apartment complex and Haygood was taken into custody, The Trooper located two children, ages 2 & 7 in the backseat. The children were turned over to a family member and Haygood was issued appearance tickets to the Lansing Town Court on October 15th.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 9-3-24

by wcdonews Posted on September 3, 2024

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-3-24

Earlier today, in federal court in Brooklyn, an indictment was unsealed charging Linda Sun with violating and conspiring to violate the Foreign Agents Registration Act, visa fraud, alien smuggling, and money laundering conspiracy. Sun is alleged to have acted on behalf of the Chinese government & the ruling Chinese Communist Party, Sun’s husband and co-defendant Chris Hu was also charged with money laundering conspiracy, as well as conspiracy to commit bank fraud and misuse of means of identification, they’re accused of laundering millions of dollars and using the monetary benefits to buy luxury vehicles and million dollars properties in New York. Sun and Hu were arrested this morning and are scheduled to be arraigned later today in a federal court room.

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State Police conducted an Underage Drinking Initiative in Delaware County Friday. During the initiative 15 business were checked for compliance, and ALL were found to be in compliance. Businesses that complied were in Masonville, Sidney, Delhi, Walton & Franklin. During these investigations, businesses are checked utilizing a Trooper in plain clothes and one or several underage operatives who cannot lie about their age of provide a false date of birth.

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Hospice & Palliative Care of Chenango County will have their annual Celebrity Dinner on October 3rd at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich, Spokesperson Sarah Greene Explains:

(Sarah Green 9-3-24)

Those who want to purchase tickets for the fundraising Dinner can go to chenangohospice.org or call 607-334-3556, by September 25.

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The next meeting of the Sidney Chamber of Commerce will be held tomorrow morning. The meeting begins at 8:00 AM at the Sidney Golf & Country Club , all members & directors are urged to attend.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 9-3-24

State Police assigned to the New York State Fair Sunday received a call of possible shots fired between the midway and concert at Suburban Park, 3 minutes later they received a secondary call of possible shots fired at the eatery building. Troopers responded to both reports and determined that there was no evidence of shots fired or anyone being injured. After consulting with Fair officials, the decision was made to close the Fair early on Sunday night. State Police continue to investigate the false reports.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a stabbing that took place at 207 Bornt Hill Rd in the Town of Union. A suspect is in custody and the victim was transported to UHS Wilson Hospital with serious injuries. The Sheriff’s Office received assistance was provided from the State Police and the Endicott Police Department, the investigation is continuing.

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34 year old Jade Pittsley of Binghamton pleaded guilty Thursday in Federal Court to escaping from federal custody and possessing and intending to distribute methamphetamine. Pittsley was serving a federal term of imprisonment for a drug offense involving methamphetamine in November 2023 and at the time of the crime, she was under the supervision of a halfway house, she failed to return & law enforcement took her into custody, she faces sentencing on December 30th, Pittsley faces a minimum term of 5 years and up to life in prison, a fine of up to $250,000, and a term of supervised release of at least 4 years.

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The Chenango County Republican Committee announces the Grand Opening of their Chenango County Republican Headquarters will be held on Tuesday, September 3rd. at 2:30 PM. The Headquarters is located at 6 East Main Street in Norwich in the Copies Plus Building. This is across the street from East Park. Several Republican representatives whose districts cover Chenango County will be participating

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The Former St. Mary’s Church in Rome, which was built in 1872, will be taken down after damage to the church form a tornado that ripped through Rome July 16th, the steeple & roof were ripped apart & the building was too unstable to rebuild.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 8-30-24

by wcdonews Posted on August 30, 2024

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 8-30-24

State Police will increase patrols to combat drunk, impaired, and reckless driving throughout this Labor Day weekend, the enforcement details started today and runs through Monday, September 2, 2024. Labor Day weekend traditionally results in heavy traffic throughout the state, Drivers can expect to see sobriety checkpoints and increased patrols by State Police and local law enforcement agencies during this holiday weekend. Troopers will be using both marked State Police vehicles and Concealed Identity Traffic Enforcement vehicles. Last year, during the Labor Day weekend, Troopers arrested 154 people for DWI, issued 8,762 total tickets, including 3,407 for speeding.

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27 year old John Macrabie of Bainbridge, was sentenced to 6 years of sex offender probation and he was classified as a Level 2 Sex Offender, following action in Delaware County Court. Macrabie pleaded guilty to Sexual Misconduct, for performing sexual acts with a 15-year-old child in the Town of Walton on September 4, 2021.

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The Broome County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for David Gardner on an outstanding warrant for a sex offender Registration Violation Gardner is described as a white male, 6′ 1″ 180 pounds with brown hair & brown eyes, Anyone with information on Gardner is asked to contact the Broome County Sheriff’s Office at (607) 778-1196

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Another American Red Cross Blood drive will be held in Oneonta Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the St. James Church at 305 Main Street. To make an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS

A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 8-30-24

On Monday, Broome County Sheriff’s Office Road Patrol a responded to a 911 call regarding a dispute involving multiple individuals and a firearm in the Town of Fenton. 1 of the involved parties had been fighting with multiple individuals before leaving in a red Jeep and returning, patrols found 41 year old Matthew Penny of Chenango Forks, he ignored commands by patrols & drove off. Deputies learned of a female victim inside the residence had injuries from being hit by Penny’s vehicle, she was transported to Wilson Hospital. Deputies met Penny at his address in the Town of Fenton, , he was taken into custody & was charged with Reckless Endangerment, Assault, Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer, he was arraigned & was released & ordered to appear in the Town of Fenton Court at a later date.

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The Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta will have a Patsy Cline Tribute act performing tonight, spokesman Geoff Doyle comments:

(Geoff Doyle 8-30-24)

Also, The Stevie Nicks/Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band: Gold Dust Woman, returns Saturday Night at Foothills, Tickets for both shows are available at foothillspac.org.

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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will host “Bainbridge Days” today & tomorrow at the Village Green Park. Chamber spokesperson June White comments:

(June White 8-30-24)

Area Merchants & restaurants will be open, as well as the Bainbridge Free Library, more information is available on the Bainbridge Chamber Facebook page.

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Governor Kathy Hochul announced that Labor Day weekend will kick off with the addition of a new Free Fishing Day in New York State for the 2024 season. The addition of the Free Fishing Day, complements the “Get Offline, Get Outside” initiative to promote physical and mental health by encouraging kids and families to put down their phones and computers, and enjoy recreation and the outdoors.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 8-29-24

by wcdonews Posted on August 29, 2024

P.M. NEWS THURSDAY 8-29-24

The Chenango County Weekly Wastewater Surveillance Data Report shows an increase in COVID levels over the past 3 weeks, and compared to levels found across New York State’s average, levels of COVID are elevated and described as higher than average in Chenango County. Chenango County Health Department Director Isaiah Sutton told WCDO News what they have found:

(Isaiah Sutton 8-29-24)

Sutton said that there hasn’t been hospitalizations reported to the Health Department, people should just remember to follow the best practices outlined during the pandemic such as Stay Home if You Are Sick, Get tested and isolate until you begin to feel better, keep up on vaccinations, & boosters, & everyone should wash hands often. Sutton said that the federal government will be providing free COVID test kits this fall, additional information is available at the Chenango County Health Department at (607) 337-1660.

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The Otsego County Department of Health reports that a skunk from the town of Middlefield has tested positive for rabies. The skunk was found acting abnormally. Several farm animals were exposed to the skunk. All animals were up to date with their rabies vaccine. There was human exposure, and the individual is being treated with post exposure prophylaxis, more information about rabies is available by calling the health department at 607-547-4230 or visit otsegocountyny.gov for up to date rabies information.

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The State Dec Environmental Conservation Police Officers responded in May about a full-body leopard mount listed for sale on social media for $2,500. Officers identified the seller and determined they did not possess the permits required in New York State to sell the leopard for sale for $2500 in Delaware County. EnCon Officer Osborne responded to the seller’s location, seized the leopard and charged the individual with commercialization of endangered wildlife, As part of the legal resolution, the seller agreed to pay a $2,500 fine and forfeit the mount. ?DEC Officials stated that it is illegal to sell endangered or protected species in New York without the proper permits, more information on requirements to legally sell mounts or items containing parts of endangered species, is available at the DEC’s Special Licenses page.

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47 year old Grady Hunter of Johnson City was found guilty of Criminal Possession of a Weapon by a Broome County Jury Tuesday after deliberating for less than 2 hours. On May 31, 2023, Hunter, was arrested by the Broome County Special Investigations Unit after he was found to be in possession of a loaded and operable .380 caliber handgun, after a search warrant was executed on his vehicle in the City of Binghamton. Sentencing is scheduled for November 27, 2024, where Grady will be sentenced to State Prison.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 8-29-24

State Police in Troop “C” was alerted to a widely shared Facebook post regarding an alleged attempted abduction of a child on Dingman Hill in Bainbridge on August 26, The investigation concluded that no attempted abduction occurred. Troopers and Investigators canvassed the area and interviewed the two individuals in the reported pick-up truck. Both the driver and passenger were cooperative and explained their lawful reason for being in the area, no crime was committed.

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56 year old Claude Manon of Margaretville, pleaded guilty to Grand Larceny in Delaware County Court Monday, for stealing over $3,000 in cash from a home he was doing work in on February 1, in the Town of Middletown. Manon appeared in Delaware County Court for a conference on the charges, after that, he pleaded guilty to the charge, he will be sentenced to 6 months in the Delaware County Correctional Facility, to be followed by 5 years of felony probation supervision, he was ordered to pay restitution, he was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility pending sentencing.

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The State Department of Transportation is advising motorists of the following overnight lane closures along Interstate 81 in the Town of Dickinson, Broome County, to facilitate pavement repairs. Tonight at 8:00 PM Thursday, I-81 southbound will be reduced to two lanes of traffic between Exit 5 and I-88 interchange, the lanes will re-open Friday Morning.

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Otsego County announces an open-competitive examination for Deputy Sheriff, with the Examination Date on September 28, today is the last day to file. Applicants must have a high school diploma or a New York State Equivalency diploma, application are available at otsego-portal.mycivilservice.com/exams.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 8-28-24

by wcdonews Posted on August 28, 2024

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 8-28-24

Chenango County Sheriff’s Office arrested 40 year old Paul Callahan of Greene for Attempted Disseminating Indecent Material to Minors and Attempted Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Callahan was arrested after an investigation determined he sent several nude photos of himself to a decoy 14-year-old male victim’s online account. Callahan was released on an appearance ticket for the above charges and is to appear in the Town of Greene Court at a later date.

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41 year old James Fuller of Fulton, pleaded guilty in Delaware County Court to Attempted Burglary and was sentenced to 1.5 to 3 years in state prison. Fuller unlawfully entered a barn located on State Highway 10 in the Town of Harpersfield, with the intent to commit a crime, he was also charged with Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, as a result of being found in possession of a bicycle. Fuller was also required to provide a sample of his DNA for inclusion in the State’s DNA Data Bank and to pay fines and surcharges. The defendant was remanded to the custody of the Delaware County Sheriff to begin serving his sentence.

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The State Department of Transportation is advising motorists of the following overnight lane closures along Interstate 81 in the Town of Dickinson, Broome County, to facilitate pavement repairs. Beginning tonight at 8:00 PM, I-81 northbound will be reduced to two lanes of traffic between Exit 5 and the I- 88 interchange. All lanes are expected to reopen Thursday Morning. Also at 8:00 PM Thursday, I-81 southbound will be reduced to two lanes of traffic between Exit 5 and I-88 interchange, the lanes will re-open Friday Morning.

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New York State had a record-setting 306.3 million visitors in 2023, while also setting new historic highs for direct visitor spending and total economic impact associated with the state’s tourism industry. Visitors to New York State contributed to a record-high $88 billion in direct spending, and supported a historic $137 billion in total economic impact across the state. The number of visitors to the state surpass the highest numbers achieved prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Otsego County announces an open-competitive examination for Deputy Sheriff, with the Examination Date on September 28, tomorrow, August 29th is the last day to file. Applicants must have a high school diploma or a New York State Equivalency diploma, application are available at otsego-portal.mycivilservice.com/exams

A.M. NEWS Wednesday 8-28-24

State Police & the Delaware County District Attorney’s office announced that a Delaware County Grand Jury has indicted 27 year old James Christ Jr. of Deposit for 2nd degree Murder, among other charges in connection with the death of a 3 year old child. The child’s mother, Marielys Ramos of Unadilla has been indicted on Reckless Endangerment and Endangering the Welfare of a Child, both are currently at the Delaware County Correctional Facility, pending arraignment. State Police arrested Christ in May, after they were dispatched to Fair Street in Deposit for the report of an unresponsive child, it was determined that Christ recklessly caused the death of the child.

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State Police responded Sunday to Route 17C in Barton for a NYSEG utility pole broke that was attached to power lines. Power lines and a portion of the pole fell onto Route 17C, 3 people were injured. Troopers determined that a live wire fell onto the middle of the roadway when several motorcycles were coming down the roadway. The wire struck the passenger on the back of 1 motorcycle, the bike then overturned. The 62-year-old male driver and a 63-year-old female both of Athens, Pennsylvania were transported by ambulance to Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital. A 70-year-old male driver and a 79-year-old female passenger from Sayre, were on another motorcycle and in an attempt to avoid the bike in front of them, went off the roadway. The driver of that motorcycle was also transported to Packer Hospital.

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State Police initiated a traffic stop on I-81 north in Cortlandville Sunday Night after observing a vehicle that did not have its rear taillights illuminated. After an investigation and a search of the vehicle, the Trooper located 110 bricks of heroin, Two containers of cannabis wax, cannabis & drug paraphernalia. Troopers arrested 25 year old Kenneth Williams of Syracuse, NY and 22 year old Kyrell Robinson of Syracuse, Both were charged with: Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia, both were processed and transported to the Cortland County Correctional Facility for Centralized Arraignment.

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Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals of Hobart is hosting a Job Fair at the Quality Inn of on Route 23 in Oneonta today, from 3:00 to 6:00 6:00 Pm, with about 25 businesses also on hand looking for prospective employees, Mallinckrodt spokesperson Aneta Miller explains what kind of candidates they are looking for:

(Aneta Miller 8-28-24)

More information about careers at Mallinckrodt are available at mallinckrodt.com/careers.

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The American Red Cross is holding 2 blood drives locally today, 1 at the Delhi Alliance Church from 9:00 Am to 1:00 PM, another at the Laurens Fire House from 1:30 to 5:30 PM. Appointments can be made at redcrossblood.org, 1-800-red-cross of with the blood donor App.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 8-27-24

by wcdonews Posted on August 27, 2024

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 8-27-24

25 year old Sean Gillespie of Bovina was sentenced to 3 years in prison to be followed by 1 year of post release supervision in Delaware County Court Monday. Gillespie appeared in Delaware County Court for sentencing on his conviction of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, with Intent to Sell, he admitted to possessing fentanyl, with the intention of selling it, in the Village of Delhi on March 13th, he also forfeited the money he received from the sale of the illegal substance, Gillespie was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility pending final sentencing.

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The Village of Bainbridge was recently awarded the Community Development Block Grant for $500,000, by the New York State Office of Community Renewal, to help area property owners get needed funding for repairs & renovations, Mayor Phil Wade Explains:

(Mayor Phil Wade 8-27-24)

Mayor Wade said that interested parties can contact the Village office for more information at 607-967-7373.

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Commerce Chenango will be moving shortly from their South Broad Street Norwich location to 23 East Main Street shortly, Commerce Chenango President & CEO Sal Testani explains:

(Sal Testani 8-27-24)

Testani said that the move will also open the South Broad Street location to return to a possible retail location after the move around the corner.

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Preliminary Plans are being put together for a new park in Chenango County, Shane Butler of the Chenango County Planning Department told WCDO News what they are looking to accomplish:

(Shane Butler 8-27-24)

Butler said that the plans followed the results of the recent survey that the Planning Department released a few months ago to see what county residents wanted by 2050, 1 of the top requests was for more health and wellness projects in the area, and a park fits in those parameters, they hope to be able to have construction for the park underway by next summer.

A.M. NEWS Tuesday 8-27-24

Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 34 year old Matthew Baumert of Franklin on criminal mischief charges. On Tuesday June 25th, Deputies responded to a trespass complaint in the Town of Franklin, Baumert is accused of entering the property & causing damage, Deputies submitted for an arrest warrant to be issued by the Town of Franklin Court, On August 20th, Deputies arrested Baumert on the arrest warrant, he was was transported to the Delaware County Correctional Facility to await centralized arraignment.

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The Community Foundation for South Central New York has completed a regional community assessment focused on a number of topics, Tina Barber, Community Foundation Executive Director, will present Delaware County specific findings on Wednesday, at 10 AM at the Walton Theatre and at 2 PM at the MTC Community Room in Margaretville. Delaware County Chamber of Commerce President Ray Pucci explains:

(Ray Pucci 8-13-24)

Barber’s presentation on August 28th is a free event, The Community Foundation serves donors and nonprofits in Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Otsego and Tioga Counties, more information is available at donorswhocare.org.

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The American Red Cross is holding 2 blood drives locally today, 1 in Oneonta at the American Legion on Chestnut Street at 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM & another at the Sidney Elks’ Lodge on River Street from 1:00 to 6:00 PM Appointments can be made at redcrossblood.org, with the Blood Donor App or by calling 1-800 RED CROSS.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 8-26-24

by wcdonews Posted on August 26, 2024

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 8-26-24

State Police, the Office of Cannabis Management, the Department of Tax and Finance & local law enforcement, have deployed 150 investigators to inspect, reinspect, padlock, and seize products from of illegal cannabis storefronts. Since May 21st, More than 700 inspections, resulting in 7,485 pounds of illegal cannabis seized, 345 stores were padlocked and 596 Notices of Violation issued. One of the stores was Sidney Exotic on Main Street, There are currently 166 legitimate adult-use retail dispensaries across the Empire State.

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State Police arrested 23 year old Brandon Fancher of Cobleskill, last week, for DWI, in Oneonta. While on roving patrol during a DWI Sobriety Checkpoint, a Sergeant observed a vehicle speeding on Main Street in Oneonta and made a traffic stop, the Sergeant smelled an odor of an alcoholic beverage and observed other characteristics associated with impairment. Fancher failed a Standardized Field Sobriety Test, he was arrested, he was processed and issued appearance tickets to the Oneonta Town Court on September 3rd.

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Walmart has recalled nearly 10,000 cases of apple juice sold in stores across the U.S. that were found to contain potentially harmful levels of inorganic arsenic. The recall applies to 9,535 cases of Great Value brand apple juice sold in 25 states, including New York State, as well as Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia. Florida-based manufacturer Refresco Beverages voluntarily recalled the contaminated 6-packs of 8-ounce juice bottles after discovering levels of the chemical contaminant that exceeded industry standards.

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Colorscape Chenango will take place next Saturday, September 7th and Sunday, September 8th in East and West Parks, downtown Norwich. In addition to the displays of Arts, there will also be plenty of live performances, according to director Michele Erickson:

(Michele Erickson 8-26-24)

The performance schedule for all the live acts can be found on www.colorscape.org.

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The TOPS Club, Inc. which stands for “Take Off Pounds Sensibly”, picked Barbara Rifenburgh of West Davenport, who lost 117.25 pounds, she was the 2023 New York Queen or TOPS, & was honored at a ceremony last year, WCDO Spoke with Barbara Rifenburgh about her journey with the TOPS program

(Barb Rifenburg 8-21-24)

Today there are about 65,000 TOPS members, spread out over all 50 states and Canada, The Oneonta Chapter that Barb attends meets Mondays at 5:00 PM at the Elm Park Methodist Church on Chestnut Street. More information about the TOPS program & locations can be found at tops.org, the full interview with Barbara Rifenburg will be aired Thursday Morning at 8:40AM.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 8-26-24

State Police responded to Otsego County Road 23 and Wing Hill Road in the town of Exeter Friday Afternoon for a two vehicle crash. A 4 door sedan was making a left turn on a sharp curve onto Wing Hill Road when the driver did not see an SUV from the opposite direction, The vehicles collided and both caught fire, A passerby with a fire extinguisher assisted in getting a family out of the sedan and another person assisted the driver of the SUV out of their vehicle. 3 LifeNet helicopters responded to the area. 3 children & the driver of the sedan; Nicole Rinaldo of Ilion were transported to various hospitals, The driver of the SUV, 52 year old Michael Salon of Herkimer, was transported by helicopter to Albany Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries.

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State Police Troop “C” Traffic Incident Management unit in partnership with the Department of Transportation held an Operation Hard Hat enforcement in Windsor along State Highway 17 east between exits 78 and 79. In just over four hours, 75 tickets were issued, 58 for Speeding, including 1 person was observed and ticketed for traveling 92 mph in the 55 mph active work zone.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s office arrested 41 year old Justin Ingalls of Milford for Reckless Endangerment of Property, Criminal Possession of Controlled Substance, Trespassing & Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, following an investigation following an incident at Apple Foods Store in Milford. Ingalls was held at the Otsego County Correctional Facility.

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2 people escaped a fire in Laurens Saturday afternoon, after a passerby reported the blaze to authorities, at 299 Crawford Road. Firefighters from Laurens & West Laurens responded, the 2 occupants were not injured, The fire is under investigation.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will hold their networking Breakfast this morning at 8:30 am at the Stonewall at the Meredith Inn, chamber members will get a chance to network with each other & possibly make new business connections.

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