Grand Larceny charges are filed after a proprty theft investigation in the towns of Walton and Franklin. Police say the 58-year-old from Walton stole over $53,000 from businesses associates on separate occasions. The suspect was taken into custody last Thursday then released on their own recognizance. Source: https://www.binghamtonhomepage.com/news/walton-man-arrested-on-grand-larceny-charges/
State Police Troop C based in Sidney has a new commander. Major Jeffrey VanAuken succeeded Major Todd Stratton who retired earlier this year. Major VanAuken is a 27-year department veteran who is a Navy veteran. He says a major goal is to stop the flow of illegal drugs and weapons. Source: https://www.binghamtonhomepage.com/news/major-jeffrey-vanauken-appointed-new-troop-c-commander/
New York takes action against robocalls with 2 new pieces of legislation. One bill requires telecommunications companies to block robocalls from certain numbers while the other orders voice service providers to implement call authentication framework to validate call numbers. These laws build on FCC regulations implemented in 2017. Source: https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-signs-package-legislation-crack-down-robocalls
New York allocates $450 million to support hardest-hit tourism sector workers along with revitalizing the state’s tourism industry and support businesses started just prior to or during the pandemic. The “Bring Back Tourism, Bring Back Jobs” inclusive recovery package also includes a onsumer-focused tourism marketing program around the nation and the world. Source: https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-announces-major-450-million-bring-back-tourism-bring-back-jobs-inclusive
The American Red Cross is putting out a call for blood donors ahead of flu season. The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention says cases could spike this year so donations are more important than before. If you donate before Nov. 23 you’ll get a $10 Amazon Gift Card. Visit redcrossblood.org to find a donation … Read more
Do you remember the owl found in last year’s Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree that came from Oneonta? It’s now the title character in a book entitled “The Christmas Owl”. It managed to survive the tree felling and transportation to New York City with some calling it a Christmas miracle. Source: https://www.syracuse.com/entertainment/2021/11/cny-owl-found-in-rockefeller-christmas-tree-inspires-a-childrens-book.html
A Cherry Valley animal welfare organization has a mastiff mix dox who just went through life-saving surgery and is looking for a new forever home. Officials with Rescue Dogs Rescue Soldiers say the dog had a leg amputated because of bone cancer. The dog would be best in a one-story home with no other pets. … Read more
The Otsego County Health Department reports the 74th COVID-19 related death happened last week. It’s not known if the individual had been vaccinated. Officials say that close to 92% of the deaths were those who were not vaccinated. 20 new cases were reported Sunday with 6 people hospitalized.
The Glimmerglass Film Festival is presenting an opera-on-film at no cost starting Thursday. All Otsego reports the perormance called “The Knock” was to have been performed live last year but after COVID-19 cancelled the in-person show it was turned into a movie. It’s about the wives of military men waiting for news of their husbands. … Read more
SUNY Delhi’s Office of Continuing Education and Professional Studies announces individuals can earn certifications in a number of business and information technology online programs at no cost. A federal program called Project Excite provides $5,000 per person toward certifications to be completed no later than May 2024. Call 607-746-4545 for details. Source: https://www.facebook.com/Delawarecountychamberny/posts/4584408554939781