Strong thunderstorm in Delaware, Otsego

July 24, 2009 | Delaware County breaking news, Otsego County Breaking News, Weather | Comments

The National Weather Service alert is for northeastern Delaware and south-central Otsego counties. The storm is capable of small hail, strong and gusty winds, and heavy rain, the NWS said. It has already passed through sections of Chenango, Delaware and Otsego counties, and 2.5-3 inches of rain have [...]

Flood advisory in Chenango County until 7:45 p.m.

July 24, 2009 | Chenango County Breaking News, Schoharie County Breaking News, Swine flu, Weather | Comments

The National Weather Service issued a flood advisory at about 5:40 p.m. The alert does not mean that flooding is imminent or occurring, but it advises that urban or small-stream flooding is a possibility because of heavy rainfall in the area. “Streams and creeks may be elevated or even rise ou [...]

Murder suspect Richard Babcock arraigned

July 24, 2009 | Chenango County Breaking News, crime | Comments

The suspect in a 2008 Norwich homicide was arraigned in Chenango County Court on Friday, according to a media release from the county sheriff’s office. Richard T. Babcock was arraigned on a sealed indictment for second-degree murder, first-degree robbery, first-degree assault, and second-degre [...]

Corfu Diner could re-open any time

July 24, 2009 | Uncategorized | Comments

The Corfu Diner at 139 Main Street in Oneonta could re-open at any time, an official with the state Department of Taxation and Finance said Friday afternoon. The restaurant was closed after the property was seized Thursday because of four outstanding warrants for withholding, and sales tax totaling [...]