3 people are facing felony hate crime charges in connection with a Delaware County theft. State Police say the trio stole an ethnic fur hat from a man in Fleischmanns on Friday then yelled anti-Semitic slurs as they drove off. The three were booked into jail on $5,000 cash bail or $20,000 bond. Source: https://wbng.com/2021/07/27/3-charged-with-hate-crime-in-delaware-county-cuomo-issues-statement/
New York is doubling down for the 5th round of Downtown Revitalization Initiative awards. During the previous rounds – incluing the one that Oneonta won – $10 million was awarded to one winner per economic deveopment region. Now there will be either 2 $10 million winners per region or there could be a single winner … Read more
Those applying for assistance through New York’s rent relief program will find it easier to submit their paperwork. Governor Cuomo’s office says documentation standards for both tenants and landlords are now relaxed plus over 1,000 dedicated workers plus hundreds of volunteers are working to clear backlogged applications with the goal of completing payments by the … Read more
New York State Police conducted an Underage Drinking Initiative in Delaware County on July 21. 10 establishments were checked with ones in Roxbury and Arkville not in compliance. The employees at those businesses selling alcohol to the minor each were ticketed. Plain-clothed troopers accompany minors on the compliance checks. Source: https://www.nyspnews.com/two-business-found-to-be-not-in-compliance-during-underage-drinking-initiative-1.htm
Discussions are continuing between prosecutors in the 2018 fatal Schoharie limo crash and attorneys for the limo company owner facing 40 charges for allowing an unsafe vehicle to remain in service. The two sides met last week and will convene again on Thursday. Prosecutors say a court date may be set for September. Source: https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/binghamton/news/2021/07/23/lawyers-discuss-future-of-schoharie-limo-crash-case
City of Oneonta crews continue work on patching several streets through Friday. Work typically starts around 7:00am and conclude by 3:30 p.m. each day. Officials ask drivers to exercise caution and obey all temporary traffic control devices. Call the Department of Public Service at 607-432-2100 with questions about the work. Source:: https://www.facebook.com/cityofoneonta/posts/4135432516570320
A former licensed pharmacist from Unadilla takes a plea deal on federal drug charges. Prosecutors say Mark Mongillo pleaded guilty last Thursday in connection with his arrest in Johnson City earlier this year after being pulled over for driving erratically. Sentencing is set for Nov, 23 and Mongillo could be behind bars for a decade. … Read more
More participants are needed for Delaware Valley Hospital’s “Cutest Baby” Contest. Prizes are Wayne Bank savings accounts for $100, $50 and $25. Bring entries to Delaware Valley’s Finance Office in Walton, or UHS Primary Care sites in Walton, Downsville or Roscoe no later than August 12. Source: Press releaase
The Oneonta City School District will be holding a public hearing on August 18 at 5:45 PM at 31 Center Street. This meeting is for the adoption of the District Emergency Response Plan. The district is also seeking seeking letters of interest for an anticipated position on the board of education which runs through June … Read more
A Medication Take Back Event takes place today from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Freshtown Marketplace on Bridge St. in Margaretsville. There will also be an event tomorrow from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center on Market Street in Oneonta. Turn in your expired or unused medications … Read more