Governor Cuomo announced that they are still looking to get enough Ventilators into the state to address the expected increase in Coronavirus cases over the next 3 weeks:
(Cuomo 3-26-20)
Cuomo said that the added problem is that the normal usage for ventilators by patients is 3 days, but for Corona Virus patients it has been 11 to 13 days. The current amount of Coronavirus cases in New York State is 37,258, with 385 deaths, over 5300 are hospitalized, just under 1300 are in an ICU bed, & 1517 patients have been discharged.
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The State Budget is due in a few days, with the numbers expected to be drastically lowered following the blow to the economy from the coronavirus. Governor Cuomo said that the state started out with a 7 billion dollar deficit in the next budget, the coronavirus added between 10 to 15 billion dollars to that total, the federal stimulus money gives the state only 5 billion dollars.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies and Delhi Fire Department and Emergency Squad responded Monday Evening to a reported tractor-trailer accident at the intersection of County Highway 2 and East Terry Clove Road in the Town of Delhi. 35 year-old David Stanton of Oneonta was the operator of the tractor trailer loaded with logs; it jack-knifed on the slush covered roadway and partially rolled onto its side as Stanton attempted a left turn. Stanton was not injured in the accident, but the highway remained closed for several hours for the cleanup.
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Governor Cuomo announced that a mental health hotline is available to New Yorkers who need it. We can’t underestimate the impact this pandemic is having on mental health. I’m proud that over 6,000 mental health professionals have volunteered their time to help with New York’s Coronavirus response. For free emotional support, consultation and referral to a provider, call 1-844-863-9314.
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Binghamton Police arrested 34 year old Lucas Pruitt of Binghamton in connection with 2 recent armed robberies. Pruitt was charged with 2 counts of 2nd degree robbery for the march 9th robbery at the Kwik Fill at 263 Main Street, and the March 15th robbery at the Speedway at 63 Main Street. Pruitt is being held in the city lockup pending arraignment.
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The State Division of Consumer Protection is alerting consumers about scammers taking advantage of the novel coronavirus. Scammers are using techniques such as falsely claiming to be online sellers of popular goods; setting up fake charities; sending fake emails and texts that contain harmful links designed to steal your personal information and using robocalls to pitch coronavirus treatments and work at home schemes. More information is available at 800-697-1220, or dos.ny.gov/consumerprotection.
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Delaware County Public Health announced that the current total of laboratory confirmed positive COVID-19 cases received in Delaware County is 5, excluding the 3 cases transferred to the county where the individuals are actually residing. Public Health SpokespersonHeather Warner told WCDO News that while these numbers may seem low, there is still a threat to all who do not practice handwashing, social distancing and the other suggestions by health officials:
(Heather Warner 3-26-20)
Warner said that there are 2 cases that are recovering at home here in Delaware County, 3 cases are isolated and receiving medical care in a hospital. There are 8 people under mandatory quarantine and 5 people under precautionary quarantine.
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The Otsego County Department of Health is investigating two more lab confirmed cases of COVID 19. One case is a close contact to a confirmed case and one was tested out of county. The investigations are ongoing and all contacts are being notified and quarantined. The number of lab confirmed cases is 4.
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A list of Delaware County food pantries is available online, that are served by Delaware Opportunities. The list is available at delawareopportunities.org/homeless-assistance
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State Police and the Otsego County Sheriff’s Department were dispatched to a report of a pedestrian struck by a tractor trailer with a dump trailer Wednesday at approximately 1:44 p.m., on County Road 22 in Schuyler Lake. An initial investigation reveals that the tractor trailer with the dump trailer was traveling on County Road 22 when 47 year old Clarence Travis of Exeter stepped into the path & was struck. Travis was taken to a Utica Hospital & succumbed to his injuries, the driver of the tractor trailer was not injured, and the incident remains under investigation.
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The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to New York small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus. Applicants may apply online, receive additional disaster assistance information and download applications at disasterloan.sba.gov/ela or call (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov
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Congressman Anthony Brindisi will host his 2nd Coronavirus Telephone Town Hall this afternoon, where he will be joined by Local Health Care Experts & Officials to Field Questions Regarding Global Pandemic. Brindisi’s Telephone town hall will begin at 3:30 this afternoon, constituents are advised to RSVP at Brindisi.House.gov/live to receive a call, or they can call 855-614-0159, the call will be streamed at Brindisi.house.gov/live.
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The Chenango County Department of Public Works announced that their Brisben and North Norwich Facilities are both closed until further notice. The Landfill in the Town of Pharsalia is Open Monday through Friday from 8AM to 4PM to Residents and haulers. Saturday the landfill will be open from 8AM to 4PM for residential bagged garbage only, more information is available at 337-1792
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The Sidney Town Clerk’s office announced that they will be closed to the public next week due to the ongoing COVID-19 concerns. Town Clerk Sheila Paul announced that all payments, dog licenses, handicap placard applications, and any other services needed from the Town Clerk’s Office may be sent by mail or left in the drop box at the Town Office at 44 Grand Street. More information is available at 561-2334, 237-6394 or by Email: Clerk@townofsidney.com
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