P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-29-24
Teams & Sponsors can still sign up to participate in the Bowling Fundraiser at East Main Lanes in Sidney, to benefit the Sidney Veterans Memorial Park, Park President Doug Barnard visited WCDO this morning to discuss the tournament:
(Doug Barnard 10-29-24)
The bowling tournament dates are this weekend, November 2nd & 3rd & November 9th & 10th, teams & sponsors need to contact the East Main Lanes as soon as possible.
—————————————————
Voters in the 121st State Assembly District will have a choice on the ballot next Tuesday in who they want to send to Albany for the next 2 year term, Incumbent Republican Joe Angelino is seeking re-election for a 3rd term:
(Joe Angelino 10-29-24)
Democrat Vicky Davis is seeking the seat as well, she said that if elected, she would be in the majority, which would lead to more favorable outcomes for constituents:
(Vicky Davis 10-29-24)
November 5th is Election Day at your local polling place, more information is available through your County Board of Elections website.
—————————-
Several Area Fire Departments responded to a Chimney Fire at 9 Ceperley Avenue in Oneonta early this morning. The Fire was reported shortly before 4:30 AM this morning, with fire on the 1st & 2nd floor, coming through the roof, mutual aid was received by the Oneonta Fire Department from West Oneonta, Worcester, Sidney, Franklin, Milford, Laurens & Otego, at about 5:30 AM, the Fire knocked down, the investigation into the cause of the fire in ongoing.
————————————————-
New York State funding was allocated to improve facilities and response capabilities for volunteer fire departments around the state. Locally, the Oxford Fire Department will receive up to $1,000,000 to improve their facilities
——————————————
The Chenango County Sheriff’s Office added 2 new deputies following their graduation from the Broome County Law Enforcement Academy. Deputies Tanner Franklin and Michael Smith completed the Basic Police Academy program, followed by a six-week field training course, prior to last Friday’s Ceremony.
———————————————
A.M. NEWS TUESDAY 10-29-24
56 year old Claude Manon of Margaretville, was sentenced to 6 months of incarceration to be followed by 5 years of probation supervision for Grand Larceny. Manon was accused of stealing over $3,000 in cash from a home he was doing work in on February 1, 2024, in the Town of Middletown, if Manon violates the terms of his probation, he faces one and a third to four years in State Prison.
———————————————
Otsego County Officials announced that they have a State of Emergency due to current drought conditions adversely affecting the water supply in the county, which increases the risk of wildfires. Otsego County residents are prohibited from burning any combustible materials outside, and they are prohibited in engaging in any activities that could allow for flames or sparks that could result in a wildfire. The Emergency order is in effect until November 2nd.
———————————————
Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 33 year old Kyle Packer of Edmeston following an investigation of a violation of a Court Order of Protection. Packer was charged with 2 counts of 3rd degree Burglary plus 4 counts of Criminal Contempt, where Packer is accused of entering the premises and violating a stay away order of protection, he was also found to have left 2 voicemails for the protected party, he was being held at the Otsego County Jail for Arraignment.
————————————————-
Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar will be hosting a Public Safety Town Hall at 6:00 PM today for residents of Windsor and the surrounding communities. The Public Safety Town Hall will take place at the Village of Windsor Community House, Community members are invited to attend and hear the latest public safety updates, ask questions and discuss safety for residents and motorists.
————————————————