P.M. NEWS TUESDAY 3-8-22
NYSEG reports that thousands were still without power this afternoon, following last night’s Thunderstorm & High Winds, Which knocked down trees & Power lines. NYSEG Crews were working to restore the power as quickly as possible, almost 10,000 were without power in the Tri-County Region this morning, the number was down to around 6600 by mid-afternoon.
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Delaware County Public Health Services and Friends of Recovery- Delaware Otsego will be sponsoring a Recovery Coach Academy & Ethical Considerations training, April 11th through April 16th from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM in Delhi. The academy is for individuals who want to become a personal guide and mentor for people seeking or already in recovery. For more information or to register by phone call (607) 267-4435. The deadline to register is April 4th, the location is expected to be announced shortly.
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The Susquehanna SPCA is collecting financial contributions to help animals in Ukraine and neighboring countries, by partnering with International Funds for Animal Welfare. To donate, go to sqspca.org/donate, Donations will be accepted through March 14th.
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Commerce Chenango announced that their annual Economic Outlook Breakfast will be held Tuesday, April 5th at 7:30 AM at the Canasawacta Country Club in Norwich. The Keynote speaker will be Economist Ken Entenmann. Members can register online at the Commerce Chenango website or by calling 607-334-1400 by March 29th.
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State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation arrested 24 year old Austin Kuczek of Newfield for 2 counts of Disseminating Indecent Material to Minors, for allegedly sending inappropriate images to juveniles. Kuczek was formerly a member on the Newfield Town School Board and a teacher’s aide in the Ithaca City School District. He is currently the Recreation Director in the Town of Newfield, he was released on appearance tickets to the Newfield Town Court at a later date.
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The US Air Force Band will be performing a free concert in Oneonta next week, spokesman Gene Schmidt explains:
(Gene Schmidt 3-8-22)
Schmidt said that proof of vaccination is required for next Wednesday’s concert at Foothills.
A.M. NEWS Tuesday 3-8-22
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office arrested 33 year old Felix Hartman of Unadilla for Burglary, 3rd degree assault, Attempted Rape, forcible touching Stalking & Criminal Impersonation for an incident in the Town of Unadilla Friday evening. Hartman claimed to be with a fire department, he allegedly sexually assaulted the victim, who sustained an arm injury & was treated & released at A.O. Fox Hospital in Oneonta. Several hours later, State Police received an additional sexual assault complaint in the Town of Otego. Hartmann was located by Troopers at his residence, he was arraigned & was remanded to the Otsego County Correctional Facility on $15,000 cash bail or $30,000 bond. An order of protection was issued, more charges are expected.
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The DRI program in Norwich will hold the 2nd Local Planning Committee meeting virtually today at 3:00 PM as they plan what to do with the $10 Million Dollar Award from the state. Commerce Chenango President & CEO Kerri Green explains:
(Kerri Green 3-8-22)
The meeting is open to all members of the public, with time reserved at the end of the meeting for public comment, the ZOOM link can be found at the WCDO Facebook page.
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Former Oneonta Mayor David Brenner passed away Friday at the age of 90. Brenner served on the Otsego County Board of Representatives for many years, in 1985 he was elected Mayor of the City of Oneonta, a position he held for 12 years. Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 PM Friday, at the Lewis, Hurley & Pietrobono Funeral Home, 51 Dietz Street in Oneonta. The funeral service will be 11 am., Saturday at St. James Episcopal Church, 305 Main St., Oneonta,
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