The State Department of Environmental Conservation announced that the animal shot by a Cooperstown hunter in December 2021 was a coyote, not a wolf. A DNA analysis showed that the animal was closely identified as an Eastern coyote, with a mix of coyote, wolf, and dog genetics.
A State Forest Ranger pulls an elderly couple from a burning car on State Route 206 in the hamlet of Downsville. The officer saw flames shooting out near the exhaust and gas tank of the vehicle. After rescuing the couple the Ranger used a fire extinguisher to douse the flames.
A man is charged in a Laurens car theft that happened nearly 2 years ago. Police say the man entered a home and stole a set of keys which he used to take the the victim’s car. The man was already in the Delaware County Jail on unrelated charges.
The Community Foundation of Otsego County is accepting applications for its 2023 Awards Cycle. All Otsego reports a total of $150,000 will be allocated in 3 award categories. The first-round closes June 15. Visit cfotsego.org for more information.
A Town of Exeter man is charged for falsely reporting a vehicle theft. The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office says an investigation began after the call came in earlier this month. The man was booked then released on his own recognizance.
Delhi Police arrested a man from Walton for Grand Larceny, Petit Larceny, Auto Stripping and Making a False Written Statement. The man was taken into custody on March 10 and booked with a Delhi Town Court appearance set for a later date.
New York has a new online screening tool for parents to determine their eligibility for financial support from the state’s Child Care Assistance Program for low or no-cost child care. The tool is aimed at accelerating and streamlining the application process. Visit ocfs.ny.gov for details.
Delaware County’s acting District Attorney announces he will run for the permanent position this November. Shawn Smith became the acting DA when former DA John Hubbard became county court judge at the beginning of the year. He’s seeking the Republican nomination and is endorsed by the Conservative Party.
The Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society holds an online presentation on Friday, March 17 at 7:30 p.m. featuring Dr. Roger Masse who will discuss young forest birds and young forest management. This program is free to attend, but registration is required. Visit doas.us to register.
New York’s Maple Weekends events and activities take place March 18-19 and 25-26. The state’s maple producers experienced a record-breaking year in 2022, producing 845,000 gallons of maple syrup. New York State continues to rank second in the nation in maple production.