The Sheriff’s Office has signed up for the “Warrant Service Officer Program,” one of three 287(g) models. Under the program, “ICE trains, certifies and authorizes” officers “to serve and execute administrative warrants on aliens currently in [the] agency’s custody,” according to the ICE website.…
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A Franklin woman representing herself sued Otsego County, the Sheriff’s Office and two deputies in May over alleged misconduct. In seeking $5 million in damages, Janel Whitbeck alleges false arrest, deliberate indifference to her medical needs, violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act...…
A presentation by County Administrator Steve Wilson on the 2026 budget and recognition of EMS Coordinator Damon West were the highlights of discussion when the Otsego County Board of Representatives met on Wednesday, November 5.…
An Oneonta vape shop is facing permanent closure from a new lawsuit filed by New York State Attorney General Letitia James in collaboration with the New York State Department of Public Health. They allege Royalty Tobacco and its owners Eysa Sharhan and Ahmed Mozeb repeatedly violated the law, illegally selling flavored nicotine products to minors...…
The main event was held on Saturday at the Meadows Office Complex in the Town of Middlefield, with approximately 348 cars dropping off hazardous materials. A combined total of roughly 526 households took advantage of this free disposal program.…
Local law enforcement officials, working closely with the Susquehanna Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, have been addressing cruelty complaints by performing wellness checks and, when necessary, seizing animals that are sick, injured or improperly cared for.…
“As we approach the holidays, it’s a time to reflect on our blessings and give back to those in need,” said Senator Oberacker. “This coat drive is a way for our community to come together and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our neighbors. A warm coat can mean so much, especially during this festive, yet often difficult, season.”…
Bachanas was arrested on September 3 following a welfare check at a residence on County Highway 35 in the Town of Milford, at which time she was charged with abandonment of animals and failure to provide proper sustenance. She was set to appear in Milford Town Court on Tuesday, October 1; however that appearance has since been rescheduled for Tuesday, October 8 at 4:30 p.m.…
“Belle is slowly gaining weight, but we still have to be very careful. She is up to 35 pounds now and doing well—she wants to play and explore everything! We are still feeding her multiple times a day and checking bloodwork as needed,” Lukovsky said.…
The road to recovery for Oscar and Belle will be long, according to Haynes. Severely emaciated dogs can face a number of problems as a result of and in addition to malnutrition, including dehydration, skin conditions, organ or neurological compromise, anemia, osteoarthritis, a suppressed immune system, and chronic pain. They can develop gastrointestinal problems leading to diarrhea, loss of appetite and vomiting.…
