State Police are investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred Tuesday afternoon in the city of Oneonta. According to a news release Oneonta Police responded to a report of a domestic incident on River Street and officers encountered 23-year-old Tyler Johnson who was armed with a knife. During the encounter an officer fired his duty … Read more
A felony child pornography charge is brought against a Richmondville man following a multi-jurisdictional investigation headed by State Police. Last Friday Robert Kucienski was taken into custody after a search warrant was executed at his home. The search also resulted in the seizure of an unregistered handgun. Kucienski was arraigned in Richmondville Town Court then … Read more
Area law enforcement agencies and fire departments issued a reminder that New York’s burn ban remains in effect through May 14. The reminder was the result of the National Weather Service’s special weather statement warning of increased fire danger due to low humidity and gusty winds. Officials say it’s also important to exercise extra caution … Read more
An Edmeston music teacher will ring in the new year in Pasadena, California as a participant in the 2022 Tournament of Roses Parade. Michelle Fritts will march with 300 other band directors from across the country to recognize and salute the dedication and accomplishments of band directors everywhere including public and private schools at all … Read more
Now that New Yorkers ages 16 and older are qualified to get a COVID-19 shot the state kicked off its “Roll Up Your Sleeve” Campaign” to encourage those elegible to sign up for a vaccination appointment. Officials say since demand for vaccine still outstrips supply New Yorkers are encouraged to remain patient and are advised … Read more
SUNY Oneonta’s Alumni Association presents a lecture by Dr. Yoram Bauman on Apr. 21 about what can be done by as individuals and as a society to combat climate change. Dr. Bauman is the author of “The Cartoon Introduction to Climate Change” and worked to get Washington State to be the first in the country … Read more
A COVID-19 vaccination clinic will be held on Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at UHS Primary Care – Walton, located on the main campus of UHS Delaware Valley Hospital on Titus Place. Doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine will be given to those who meet current state guidelines. The registration link is … Read more
Beginning today a significant portion of the Dietz St. parking lot will be fenced off for construction activities. The city sold part of the lot to a developer constructing a 4-story, mixed-use building. During construction more than 100 parking spaces will remain available in the northern section of the Dietz Street Lot. In addition to … Read more
After a public hearing on Thursday the Oneonta Common Council approves the police reform plans created by the Community Advisory Board. Governor Andrew Cuomo ordered all municipalities to come up with police reforms following the death of Minneapolis resident George Floyd while in police custody. The next step is for the Board to come up … Read more
Norwich Councilmember Debra Cubbedge announces her candidacy for Chenango County Sheriff. Cubbedge tells the Evening Sun she has extensive experience dealing with people in crisis, as well as law, administration and budgets, all of which contribute to her qualification to manage the sheriff’s office. Sher has been a vocal critic of Sheriff Ernest Cutting and … Read more