Broome County District Attorney Steve Cornwell confirmed today that Orlando Tercero has been apprehended by authorities in Nicaragua. Cornwell said that his office is working with the Binghamton Police Department to prepare the case of the homicide of Haley Anderson for a Grand Jury to consider, if Tercero is indicted, Cornwell’s said that they will file for a warrant, & with the assistance of the federal Department of State, will present their case to Nicaraguan authorities, to extradite Tercero to Broome County. Anderson’s body was found at 23 Oak Street Friday, at Tercero’s apartment, Tercero flew to Nicaragua before authorities discovered Anderson’s death,
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State Police arrested 23 year old Rebecca Loucks of Cherry Valley for felony Aggravated DWI With a Child, Obstructing Governmental Administration and Unlawful Possession of Marihuana. Loucks was observed by troopers driving erratically, After troopers stopped the vehicle, they observed a one year-old child in the vehicle. Loucks is accused of Driving While Intoxicated and having marijuana in her possession. After a brief struggle with troopers, Loucks was arrested, she is scheduled to appear in the town of Cherry Valley Court on March 28th.
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The Otsego County Chamber announced that Nominations are now being accepted for the Distinguished Business Award, showcasing companies with 50 or more employees. Nominations must be submitted by Friday, by e-mail to baheegan@otsegocc.com.
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State Police arrested 35 year old Derek Miller of Afton for felony of Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated, after Miller crashed his vehicle on January 27th in the town of Colesville. Miller’s B.A.C. was .18% when he crashed, he is scheduled to appear at the town of Colesville court on March 21st to answer to the charge.
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State Police arrested 20 year old Zoe Ring of Otego, for DWI, following the report of a vehicle off the roadway on Hanley Road in the town of Otego. Ring was released on an appearance ticket and is scheduled to appear in the town of Otego Court on March 29th.
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The DEC has rescheduled the public meeting to roll out the Joint Fisheries Investigation Plan for the Upper Delaware River. The new date is March 22 at 6pm. The meeting will be at the Hancock High School, 67 Education Lane, Hancock NY. All members of the public are encouraged to attend!
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The DEC reminds residents that residential brush burning is prohibited March 16 through May 14 across New York State. DEC will post a Fire Danger Map rating forecast daily for the 2018 fire season on its website and on the NY Fishing, Hunting & Wildlife App available on DEC’s website. Currently, fire conditions in most of the state are low risk. Open burning of debris is the largest single cause of spring wildfires in New York State. When temperatures are warmer and the past fall’s debris and leaves dry out, wildfires can start and spread easily and be further fueled by winds and a lack of green vegetation. In the eight-year period since the ban was established, the average number of spring fires per year decreased by 36.7 percent, from 2,649 in 2009, to 1,677 in 2016.
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About 185 environmental groups are urging state lawmakers and Governor Cuomo to pass legislation this session, banning plastic bags at retails stores. many localities have already banned those bags, others have imposed fees on those & other types of bags. New York City had planned to institute a fee on plastic bags to encourage re-use, state lawmakers blocked that rule from taking effect.
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The Sidney Chamber of Commerce is holding a St. Patrick’s Day Parade along with other activities this Saturday, Chambers Spokesperson Teri Schunk explains:

(Teri Schunk 3-14-18)

Those who would like to sign up to participate in the parade can call 435-5620, others participating in the St. Patrick’s Day festivities in Sidney include Main Street 88 Tavern, the Houndstooth bakery & Boutique, Awestruck Ciders, Sidney Flowers & Gifts, Trackside Dining, Ermetti’s Community Lounge, as well as the Girl Scouts & some local musicians.
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Snow continues to make its presence known, with more expected today, according to Meteorologist Rich Townsend:

(Rich Townsend 3-14-18)

More snow accumulations are expected to the East of the WCDO listening area again today.
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State police arrested 35 year old Dennis Harrington 2 times in a span of just over 4 hours. Harrington initially was charged in connection with a fight that was reported at a town of Colesville residence Monday afternoon, He originally faced counts of criminal obstruction of breathing and harassment. He was arraigned and released on his own recognizance, and an order of protection was issued. Troopers were called back to the Colesville home early Monday evening when Harrington returned. He was arrested again. This time he was charged with criminal contempt. Harrington was ordered held on $5,000 bail.