WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 8-23-24

by wcdonews Posted on August 23, 2024

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 8-23-24

The Norwich Police Department is investigating a motorcycle fatality accident that occurred on Prentice Street in the City of Norwich Wednesday evening. 66 year old Robert Vanvorst ran off the roadway into a wooded area, he succumbed to his injuries on the scene. The investigation is ongoing, and the Norwich Police Department was assisted by the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office Accident Reconstruction Team.

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State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation arrested 47 year old David Burns of Trumansburg, for 2nd degree Grand Larceny. State Police learned that a victim had entered into a contract with Burns, who owns Duramax Developers in July 2023 and didn’t complete work he was paid to do. Burns was hired to demolish an existing building and build a modular home in its place but only completed part of the job, even though the victim paid him over $400,000. Burns was processed at and was transported to the Tompkins County Correctional Facility for Centralized Arraignment.

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State Police arrested 52 year old William Harris of Richmond Virginia, Harris was operating a tractor trailer with an oversized load while impaired by alcohol and in possession of an illegal weapon, he was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon & Driving While Intoxicated in a Commercial Vehicle. Harris was apprehneded after he failed to stop for a mandatory tractor trailer inspection stop on I-81 Harris failed Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, Police located an assault weapon in his possession, Harris was later transported to the Cortland County Correctional Facility for Centralized Arraignment.

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Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals of Hobart will be hosting a Job Fair at the Quality Inn of Oneonta next Wednesday from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, along with over 20 other area businesses & organizations participating, Aneta Miller of Mallinckrodt explains;

(Aneta Miller 8-21-24)

More information about careers at Mallinckrodt can be found at mallinckrodt.com/careers.

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A.M. NEWS FRIDAY 8-23-24

The annual Afton Arts & Crafts Festival will be held August 24th & 25th right on Main Street in Afton, Greater Afton Chamber of Commerce Spokesperson Judy Hinman told WCDO News about the event:

(Judy Hinman 8-23-24)

More information is also available at aftonartsandcraftsfestival.com

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The Annual Old Franklin Day will be held tomorrow on Institute Street & around the village, spokesperson Connie Martin explains;

(Connie Martin 8-23-24)

The event will be held from 9:00 Am to 3:00 PM Saturday in Franklin

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The Chenango County Health Department will hold a rabies vaccine clinic for dogs, cats & ferrets Saturday, at the South Otselic Fire Department, the clinic will run from 9:00 to 10:00 AM, pre-registration is requested at 607-337-1673, a $5 donation is suggested.

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Another American Red Cross Blood drive in Oneonta tomorrow from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Southside Mall – Oneonta YMCA, 5006 NY-23, To make an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 8-22-24

by wcdonews Posted on August 22, 2024

P.M. NEWS Thursday 8-22-24

Broome County Sheriff’s Office is going pink during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, they’re inviting the public to help design the new logo and t-shirt for this year’s Pink Patch Project fundraiser, which is a national campaign bringing law enforcement and the community together to raise breast cancer awareness. Interested community members are asked to visit gobroomecounty.com and upload their proposed 2-color logo design before the September 13th, The winning logo and the designer’s name will be featured on the 2024 Pink Patch Project fundraiser t-shirt on the online store at bcpinkpatchproject2024. This year, all proceeds will go to Traci’s Hope, a local organization that supports local families fighting breast cancer by assisting with the cost of groceries, childcare or other expenses related to the fight against cancer.

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The State Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors approved $265 million in financial assistance for water infrastructure improvement projects across the state. , $30 million in grants from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will help 30 communities across the state to inventory lead service lines in drinking water systems, Locally, the City of Oneonta will get a $2,000,000 grant and $3,072,625 interest-free financing and a $3,000,000 WIIA grant for upgrades to the water treatment plant and storage and distribution system. The Board also approved approximately $30 million for lead service line inventory projects for numerous municipalities, including the Villages of Delhi & Walton locally.

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The Chenango Historical Society will be conducting 3 tours again this year during Colorscape Chenango, of 2 significant Norwich structures, Society Executive Director Jessica Moquin explains:

(Jessica Moquin 8-22-24)

More information about this & other programs can be found at chenangohistorical.org

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is continuing with their “Leaderful Delaware” classes starting in October through May of next year, where participants learn what is takes to develop leadership qualities in their work & in their communities, according to chamber president Ray Pucci:

(Ray Pucci 8-22-24)

The 2024-2025 program will start on October 10 with an in-person session in Delhi. We will continue to meet on the second Thursday of each month through May 2025. A graduation recognition will be celebrated at the Chamber’s Business and Breakfast event in June 2025. Applications are due September 27, More information, including an application is available under the Events & Programs tab at www.delawarecounty.org.

A.M. NEWS THURSDAY 8-22-24

State Officials announced this week that Shooting Incidents Decreased By 29% In New York State, after the state received reports from law enforcement agencies, that were taking part in New York State’s Gun Involved Violence Elimination or “GIVE” initiative. Hochul’s office also announced a 21 percent decline in the number of individuals killed by gun violence in the same period, the initiative supports 28 police departments in 21 counties, Nassau, Suffolk & Yonkers had the steepest declines of almost 60%.

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DELAWARE COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH WILL HOLD A RABIES VACCINE CLINIC FOR DOGS, CATS AND FERRETS today AT THE DELHI FIRE HALL FROM 5-7 P.M. DOGS MUST BE ON A LEASH AND UNDER PROPER CONTROL. CATS AND FERRETS SHOULD BE IN A CARRYING CASE.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 8-21-24

by wcdonews Posted on August 21, 2024

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 8-21-24




State Police revealed today that the August 10th investigation of 2 deaths in Chenango Forks is consistent with a homicide and suicide.  The preliminary investigation determined that 38 year old Matthew Lott caused the death of 63 year old Scott Cleary, using a firearm.  Matthew Lott later caused his own death with a firearm a short distance from a residence on Parsons Road. 

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The State Court of Appeals, the state’s highest court, upheld a law that registered voter can cast a ballot by mail, which rejected a Republican Party challenge to the legislation. The 6-1 ruling from the state Court of Appeals affirmed lower court rulings that the voting expansion law approved by the Legislature last year did not violate the state’s constitution.

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The State Department of Health & the State Education Department have issued an official determination that certifies pharmacists can administer vaccines against m pox. The Health Department stated that there is a new m pox variant circulating in Africa, which prompted the World Health Organization to declare a global health emergency. More information is available at health.ny.gov.

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The State Division of Consumer Protection is providing tips to help older adults avoid financial scams and exploitation on National Senior Citizens Day, which happens to be today. The FBI’s Internet Crime Report estimates that the annual loss to victims aged 60 years and older in the United States is $3.4 billion dollars, the highest of any age group. For more information, go to dos.ny.gov, or visit the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau website at consumerfinance.gov, or the Federal Trade Commission website at consumer.ftc.gov/scams.

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On Tuesday, members of the Troop “C” Traffic Incident Management Unit conducted a Seat Belt Checkpoint on the Exit 6 on-ramp to Interstate 81 south just off Upper Front Street in Chenango. Troopers found 17 adults that weren’t wearing seat belts and one child that was not properly restrained. Each violator was ticketed. Troopers additionally issued 19 tickets for other vehicle and traffic violations. New York crash data indicates that approximately one third of all motor vehicle occupants killed on highways are unrestrained.

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State Health Department Officials confirmed that a Long Island man in his 50’s is the 1st confirmed case of the West Nile Virus in New York State this summer, the unidentified man was hospitalized briefly but has recovered and was released. 2 more cases were confirmed this week in Westchester County Health Department, West Nile is spread by mosquitoes, Symptoms of West Nile include fever, headache, muscle pain, nausea, vomiting, rash, joint pain, and minor bleeding. New York State had the most cases of the West Nile Virus in the nation is recently as 2022.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 8-21-24

Governor Kathy Hochul today directed the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to issue an emergency declaration to help communities in 18 counties rebuild critical infrastructure after severe storms and flash flooding that took place August 9-10, 2024. The declaration includes Broome, Chenango, & Delaware Counties.

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Broome County Sheriff’s #1 Most Wanted fugitive was arrested last night following a traffic stop in Philadelphia. 27 year old Jeremy Lewis of Endicott, was wanted for possession of a handgun that was discovered during a domestic disturbance in Endicott on October 12, 2023. Lewis fled the area and law enforcement had initially been unable to locate him. The Broome County Sheriff’s Warrants Division had tracked Lewis to the Philadelphia area and alerted the local U.S. Marshal’s Regional Fugitive Task Force, Lewis was located during a routine traffic stop on Monday evening, Lewis will remain in custody in Philadelphia until he is extradited back to Broome County for arraignment.

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The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage, since July 1, the Red Cross national blood supply has fallen by more than 25%, and blood donors of all types, especially those with type O blood, are urged to give as soon as possible. 3 Blood Drives are being held locally today, 1 in Walton from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM, at the Walton First Baptist Church on Townsend Street, another in Oneonta from 12:00 PM, to 5:00 PM at the Foothills Performing Arts & Civic Center, 24 Market Street, & in Cooperstown from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Clark’s Sports Center, To make an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS

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State Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado Delivers Remarks at The Great New York State Fair Ribbon Cutting Ceremony To Kick Off the 2024 Fair this morning at about 8:15. The Great New York State Fair will run every day through the Labor Day Weekend. More information is available at Nysfair.ny.gov.

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WCDO NEWS TUESDAY 8-20-24

by wcdonews Posted on August 20, 2024

P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 8-20-24

The Sidney Village Board met last night, & there were questions regarding an additional charge added to the water bill starting September 1st. Sidney Village Mayor Ray Baker told WCDO News that the village had to find a new water source after years of manganese in the old supply, and was ordered by the DEC to correct the problem, there was state money & loans available to help pay for it, which led to the rate increase:

(Ray Baker 8-20-24)

Baker said that they hope to have the new well for the village on line by the end of the year, he said that anyone who would like more information can contact the Sidney village office & set up a meeting with him & others involved in the project.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 54 year old Stephen Kiss of Davenport for Criminal Contempt and Harassment following an Order of Protection Violation incident, in the Town of Davenport. On August 14th, Deputies responded to the Charlotte Creek Mobile Home Park, Deputies found that the victim had been harassed by Kiss while an order of protection was in place, On August 19th, Deputies arrested Kiss, he was held at the Delaware County Correctional Facility to await centralized arraignment.

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The State Department of Labor today released local area unemployment rates for July, the State’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased from 4.2% to 4.3% in July, Locally, Chenango County had 3.7% Unemployment, Delaware County had 4.5% & Otsego County 4.3% in July.

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The United State Postal Inspection Service is warning Americans of a new attempt for hackers to use your own device to steal your identity. There are a variety of messages these scammers will send to get you to click on a link & that will lead to the hackers retrieving information, such as account usernames and passwords, Social Security number, date of birth, credit and debit card numbers, PIN Number or other sensitive information, to report a suspected suspicious text, send all of the pertinent information by email to spam@uspis.gov.

A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 8-20-24

Former Congressman George Santos pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, he could face 7 years in prison under the terms of a plea agreement with federal prosecutors. Santos is scheduled to be sentenced on February 7th.

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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office arrested 75 year old Wayne Sparling of Walton for Aggravated Harassment. On July 23rd, Deputies received a complaint of a dispute between neighbors, they requested an Arrest Warrant from the Town of Walton Court. On August 7th, Deputies received an Arrest Warrant and arrested Sparling, he was turned over to the Delaware County Correctional Facility for Centralized Arraignment Processing.

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Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation that allows New York’s small craft manufacturers of spirits & cider, to ship directly to consumers. The new law takes effect in 90 days, allowing consumers to purchase New York’s craft spirits & cider and have it shipped to their home.

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Chenango County Health Department will hold a rabies clinic for Dogs, Cats & Ferrets today at Baille Lumber in Smyrna from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. Pre-Registration is required by calling 607-337-1673, a $5 donation is suggested. Otsego County Public Health is also holding a vaccine clinic for dogs, cats & Ferrets at Neahwa Park in Oneonta today from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.

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An American Red Cross Blood Drive is being held today from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Oneonta Elks Lodge, appointments can be made at 1-800 RED CROSS, with the Blood donor App or at REDCROSSBLOOD.ORG.

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WCDO NEWS MONDAY 8-19-24

by wcdonews Posted on August 19, 2024

P.M. NEWS MONDAY 8-19-24

Delaware County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of 2 Correctional Facility inmates on assault charges. On August 1st, Investigators received a complaint of a fight that between 2 inmates, which resulted in injuries to 1 of the involved parties. Investigators arrested 22-year-old Dakota Mann on one count 2nd degree Assault & 31-year-old Timothy Reiche was charged with 1 count Attempted Assault, both were arraigned and were remanded back to the custody of Correctional Facility.

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Local sales tax collections in New York state increased by 3.1 Million Dollars or .2% in July compared to July 2023, according to State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli. Upstate Counties & Small Cities increase by 1.2%, with 40 of 57 counties experienced year-over-year increases.

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State DEC officials reminds visitors to the New York State Fair to attend their environmental exhibits at The Fair in Syracuse from this Wednesday, Aug. 21, through Monday, September 2nd . DEC’s activities, promotions, and other offerings help New Yorkers Get Offline and Get Outside this summer and throughout the year, More information is available at dec.ny.gov or at nysfair.ny.gov.

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The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce reminds members that the Deadline for Nominations for the annual chamber awards is this Friday, August 23. Nominations are being accepted for Business of the Year, Rising Star New Business & Business Advocate, Email your nominations, to info@DelawareCounty.org. Awards will be presented at our annual business award dinner on October 16th.

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The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce will have their next meeting tomorrow morning. The meeting will begin at 7:30 am at the back of Bob’s Diner.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 8-19-24

Sidney Police Department in a joint operation with NYS Parole, Otsego County Probation Department and State Police executed a search warrant at 22 Lincoln Ave in the Village of Sidney, which resulted in the seizure of methamphetamine, fentanyl and xylazine, Police arrested 41 year old Darcee Lewis of Sidney for Criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell, & 43 year old Lloyd Hunt of Sidney, for Criminal possession of a controlled substance, Lewis was processed and transported to Delaware County Jail to await arraignment, Hunt was processed and released on an appearance ticket. The investigation is ongoing and more charges are expected.

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Broome County Special Investigations Unit Task Force approached a vehicle in a parking lot & 2 people were spotted asleep inside the vehicle, and narcotics paraphernalia were in plain view, Officers located 48 grams of meth. The Task Force executed a search warrant at a residence of one of the people in the vehicle, Logan Tribe-Filhart, Items used for packaging narcotics were found in the residence. Tribe-Filhart was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance & Criminal Using Drug Paraphernalia.

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Utica Police arrested a Connecticut couple following Friday morning’s robbery at the Bank of Utica on Genesee Street in downtown Utica. Police arrested 60-year-old James Perkins and 42-year-old Christy Roper, both of Hamden, Connecticut. after the Friday Morning heist, a search warrant was issued and following the search, proceeds from the robbery along with a large quantity of narcotics was located. Perkins & Roper were charged with Robbery, & Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, The investigation is continuing.

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WCDO NEWS FRIDAY 8-16-24

by wcdonews Posted on August 16, 2024

P.M. NEWS FRIDAY 8-16-24

The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 56 year old John Nack & 25 year old Samantha Truax of Oneonta, after Deputies responded in the Town of Oneonta attempting to locate an individual wanted on charges for an unrelated investigation. While on scene, Nack was in possession of over 10 grams of suspected methamphetamine, during the execution of a search warrant, additional controlled substances were located. Nack & Truax were charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance, they were transported to the Otsego County Sheriff’s Office. Nack was held in the Otsego County Correctional Facility for Arraignment, Truax was issued an appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Oneonta Court and released.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 63 year old Keith Hansen of Oneonta for Sex Offender Failure to update his Photograph, as required by someone on the New York State Sex Offender Registry. Hansen was located at a residence in the Town of Oneonta and transported to the Sheriff’s Office. Following arrest processing, the defendant was released on an Appearance Ticket returnable to the Town of Oneonta Court at a later date.

State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 28 in the Town of Otsego. A preliminary investigation indicated that a van operated by 21 year old Jackson Diliberto of Richfield Springs, crossed the center double yellow lines and struck a Nissan SUV, which went off the road, overturned and landed on its roof. The van contained 11 passengers including 9 children ages 7 to 10. The driver of the Nissan 65 year old Amy Valentine, West Winfield, was transported to Bassett Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries, 3 children from the van, went to Bassett Hospital for non-life threatening injuries.

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State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 81 in Marathon. 26 year old MD Sanzid Bin Rashid of the Bronx, was traveling north on I- 81 in a SUV, of the Marathon exit, Bin Rashid encountered slowed traffic due to construction, swerved to avoid stopped traffic and went into the left lane striking a Toyota, both exited the roadway, The Honda overturned, landing on its side. The operator of the Toyota, a 71-year-old male from New Jersey did not survive the crash. A passenger in the Toyota, a 70-year-old female of New Jersey was transported to Upstate Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. Rashid was treated at the scene. The investigation continues.

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Representatives from the State Department of Financial Services will meet with Delaware County residents tomorrow, who had property damage from the August 9th storms. The session will be from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Saturday at the Public Safety Building at 280 Phoebe Lane in Delhi, County Residents can still contact the Department’s Disaster Hotline at 800-339-1759, through 8:00 PM tonight, more information is available at dfs.ny.gov, FEMA can be contacted at (800) 621-3362 or floodsmart.gov.

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The Foothills Performing Arts Center will have a Classic Country tribute band playing tonight, spokesman Geoff Doyle comments:

(Geoff Doyle 8-16-24)

Tickets are still available at foothillspac.org.

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The Otsego County Household Hazardous Waste days will be held today at the Unadilla Highway Building from 8:00 to 11:00 AM, and for small business today from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at the Meadows office complex; and tomorrow at the meadows office complex in Cooperstown from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. More information is available at the Otsego County Website.

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WCDO NEWS THURSDAY 8-15-24

by wcdonews Posted on August 15, 2024

P.M. NEWS Thursday 8-15-24

The State Labor Department announced that the number of Private Sector jobs is over 8.4 Million in July, the state’s unemployment rate increased .1 to 4.3% in July, the statewide labor force participation rate held constant at 61.3%.

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Broome County Sheriff’s Office Strategic Response Group public safety and crime response initiative was activated in June, The Full results included 16 Narcotics Arrests, 23 Warrant Arrests, 27 Vehicle and Traffic Arrests & 227 Traffic Violations Issued in areas of higher criminal activity by Utilizing statistical and crime-mapping data from the Southern Tier Crime Analysis Center in Binghamton.

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State Trooper Christopher DiBartolo of Troop F in Middletown was arrested for 1st degree Robbery, criminal mischief & Officials Misconduct, following an investigation of an incident outside a residence in the village of Liberty in 2023. The victim came forward after he was involved in an incident with DiBartolo while he was on duty, reporting that Trooper DiBartolo took personal property from him, causing damage. DiBartolo was arraigned in the Town of Liberty Court and released on his own recognizance until the next court date scheduled for August 27, he has been suspended without pay from his position as a State Trooper.

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The Rite Aid Pharmacy chain announced that they have closed 25 in New York state, and they will close another 29 by the end of this year. The Rite Aid at 94 Chestnut Street in Oneonta is slated to be closed, the chain has filed for bankruptcy protection in 2023, the chain is expected to close about 1000 of the existing 1800 stores in the US within the next year.

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Village of Sidney officials announced that starting on September 1st, there will be an added “Manganese Removal Capital Project Debt Service” fee of $34.35 per quarter on your water bill. The fee goes for financing the new well, new infrastructure and new water treatment facility, the fee will be on all future quarterly water billings.

A.M. NEWS Thursday 8-15-24

The Delaware County DA’s Office announced that 32 year old James Lor of Margaretville pleaded guilty to aggravated cruelty to animals in Delaware County Court this week. Lor admitted that he had killed a dog, he was sentenced to 1 1/3 to 4 years in jail for committing this act, which violated the terms of his probation.

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Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 39 year old Michael Hitchcock of Otego for Criminal possession of a controlled substance & on an existing warrant, Hitchcock was arrested following an investigation into a motor vehicle accident in the Town of Oneonta, he was found to be in possession of a controlled substance, and was wanted on a warrant from Oneonta Police, he was processed & issued an appearance ticket, he was then transported to Oneonta Police Department and turned over to answer his outstanding warrant.

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The Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals invites the public to a Community Forum TODAY at 5:30PM at Foothills Performing Arts Center. Community members are invited to discuss all animal related issue in local communities, last year’s forum led to the formation of a group dealing with feral cat issues, for more information or to donate, visit www.sqspca.org.

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The Annual Chenango Blues Festival begins tonight with some free music, followed by free music Friday night & the headliners on Saturday, at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich, according to organizer Eric Larsen:

(Eric Larsen 8-15-24)

More information is available at chenangobluesfest.org.

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WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 8-14-24

by wcdonews Posted on August 14, 2024

P.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 8-14-24

Delaware County has received confirmation from the New York State Department of Financial Services that they will deploy staff to man a one-day resource center to assist Delaware County residents impacted by the storms on August 9th, this Saturday August 17, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Public Safety Building located at 280 Phoebe Lane in Delhi, Shelly Johnson Bennett of the Delaware County Planning Department told WCDO News what those who have had damage should bring:

(Shelly Johnson Bennett 8-14-24)

In addition to the resource center, residents and business owners can contact the Department’s Disaster Hotline at 800-339-1759, the hotline will have extended evening hours until 8:00 PM through this Friday night. Additional information can be found at dfs.ny.gov/consumer/home_resources., for flood insurance information, contact FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program at (800) 621-3362 or floodsmart.gov.

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The National Weather Service has now confirmed a record setting 28 tornadoes hit New York State this year, following a tornado confirmation in St. Lawrence County over the past weekend. the previous record was 25 in 1992, more than 20 of the tornadoes touched down in the month of July.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that an additional $200 million is now available to school districts and bus operators for zero-emission school buses through the second installment of funding from the Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act. The funding provides support for the purchase of electric buses, charging infrastructure or fleet electrification planning. To date, 250 districts have started developing these plans, and more than 100 additional districts are in the process of applying for fleet planning in coordination with their local BOCES districts. School bus fleets seeking assistance should go to schoolbus@nyserda.ny.gov.

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The State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that the ramp from westbound Interstate 86/State Route 17 to southbound Interstate 81 at Exit 2 in Kirkwood, will be closed on weekday mornings for approximately one week to facilitate an ongoing bridge rehabilitation project. Motorists are advised to follow the posted detours, Motorists are urged to slow down and drive responsibly in work zones. For more information, visit 511NY.org or download the free 511NY mobile app.

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41 year old Rasheed Crawford of Binghamton pleaded guilty to 2 counts of Robbery in Broome County Court. On April 8th, at the Mirabito Service Station on Court Street in Binghamton, and on April 10th, at EZ Food Mart on East Main Street in Endicott, Crawford forcibly stole lottery tickets and cash from store clerks while brandishing what looked like a handgun. Crawford is scheduled to be sentenced on November 8th, to 8 years in State Prison followed by three years of post-release supervision.

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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer was in Cooperstown Tuesday, he announced that he has secured over $17 Million Dollars in federal COVID-19 relief funding for Bassett Healthcare Network through a provision in the American Rescue Plan. Schumer said the funding will cover costs associated with emergency protective measures and increased staffing, due to the COVID 19 pandemic.

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