The Mountain Eagle

4/17/24

Indictment in Domestic Violence Case

Written By The Mountain Eagle on 4/17/24 | 4/17/24

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DELHI – District Attorney Shawn Smith announced today that Scott D. Googins, 28, of Delhi, New York, was indicted by the Delaware County Grand Jury on April 11, 2024, and a three-count indictment was filed.

Count One of the indictment charged the defendant with Strangulation in the Second Degree, a Class D Felony. It is alleged that the defendant, on or about November 23, 2023, choked the female victim with both of his hands until she lost consciousness.

Count Two of the indictment charged the defendant with Assault in the Third Degree, a Class A Misdemeanor. That count alleges that the defendant intentionally caused physical injury to the same female victim.

Count Three of the indictment charged the defendant with Criminal Mischief in the Fourth Degree, a Class A Misdemeanor. That count alleges that the defendant prevented the victim from calling 911 during the domestic assault.

The defendant is currently released from custody after posting $3,000 cash bail. If convicted of Strangulation in the Second Degree, the defendant faces up to 7 years in state prison.

First Assistant District Attorney Schuyler Konior Kinneman presented the case to the Grand Jury.

District Attorney Shawn Smith commended New York State Trooper Jamal Ahmed, State Police Investigator Mark Head, and Sheriff’s Deputy Lucas Elmore for their thorough investigation into this case.

As are all persons accused of a crime, this defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.

Shawn J. Smith

District Attorney

Delaware County

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CONVICTION IN DOMESTIC ASSAULT CASE

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DELHI – District Attorney Shawn J. Smith announced today that Hayes A. Cutting, 45, of Bainbridge New York pled guilty to One Count of Aggravated Family Offense, a Class E Felony in Delaware County Court on April 15, 2024.

Cutting appeared in Delaware County Court on April 15, 2024, and pleaded guilty to the Class E Felony of Aggravated Family Offense. Prior to pleading guilty, the defendant admitted that on January 28, 2023, while in the Village of Sidney, he intentionally choked an 18-year-old female. Sidney Police Officer Morgan Smith responded to the incident and determined that the defendant was in a relationship with the victim’s mother and committed the acts while visiting the 18 year old’s mom at her home in Sidney.

The guilty plea was entered pursuant to a negotiated disposition wherein it is agreed that the defendant will be sentenced to an indeterminate term of state prison for 1.5 to 3 years. The defendant is currently serving a 5-year state prison sentence for unrelated assault charges, and it is anticipated that these sentences will run concurrently.

District Attorney Smith commended Sidney Police Officer Morgan Smith for her thorough investigation of this case, which enabled us to secure a conviction without the need for a trial.

As are all defendants, this defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Shawn J. Smith

District Attorney

Delaware County

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East Jewett Resident Arrested Following Accident

Harpersfield – Today, Sheriff Craig S. DuMond announced that an East Jewett resident has been arrested on, Driving While Intoxicated with a blood alcohol content of 0.08 or more as well as other Vehicle and Traffic violations following the investigation of a single vehicle accident that occurred.

On the Evening on April 3rd, 2024, Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a one car motor vehicle accident on State Highway 23 in the Town of Harpersfield. Deputies arrived on scene and observed that a vehicle had left the roadway, before coming to rest in the ditch. Deputies made contact with the driver, 24-year-old Garrett Flanagan of East Jewett NY.

Upon completion of the investigation, Sheriff’s Deputies arrested and charged Garrett Flanagan with driving while intoxicated, driving while intoxicated with a BAC greater than 0.08%, Driving with ability impaired by a combination of drugs and alcohol all misdemeanors of the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law. Garrett was issued additional traffic summons for moved from lane unsafely, speed not reasonable or prudent, failure to keep right, and possession of an open alcoholic container within a +motor vehicle all violations in the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law.

Upon completion of arrest processing, Flanagan was released on tickets returnable to the Town of Harpersfield Court at a later date.

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New Rochelle Resident Arrested

Colchester – Today, Sheriff Craig S. DuMond announced the arrest of a New Rochelle resident for driving with a suspended registration.

On Saturday afternoon, April 13th, 2024, Sheriff’s Deputies were patrolling on State Highway 17 in the Town of Colchester when the Deputy’s license plate reader hit on the vehicle for the registration being suspended. Upon conducting a traffic stop, Deputies identified the driver of the vehicle as 21-year-old Jesus Garcia-Zamora of New Rochelle, NY. A check of the vehicle’s vehicle registration was suspended, due to Insurance Not in Effect in the State of New York.

Deputies subsequently arrested Garcia-Zamota and issued him traffic summonses for Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended/Revoked Registration, an unclassified misdemeanor, as well as Operating a Motor Vehicle with No Insurance, No/Inadequate Lights, all Violations of the New York State vehicle and traffic law. Garcia-Zamora was released on the traffic summonses and is scheduled to appear in the Town of Colchester Court at a later date to answer the charges.

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Franklin Stage Company Announces 2024 Summer Season

FRANKLIN — The Franklin Stage Company, Delaware County’s renowned classical summer theater, announces their 28th season from July 5th through August 25th. “We have such an exciting summer of performance coming up and we can’t wait!” said Patricia Buckley, Artistic Director. “We have great plays, music, and dance, and we’re so happy to bring it to our region.”

The season opens with Trouble in Mind by Alice Childress. Written in 1955, the play was slated to go to Broadway, but because of disputes between the playwright and producers, the play was shelved and only given its Broadway debut in 2021. The play tells the story of Wiletta Mayer, a middle aged actress at the top of her game, who has nevertheless spent her career playing stereotypes—maids, mammies, and other menials—and finally has her chance to play a big Broadway role. But when difficult truths spill out of the script and into the rehearsal room, the play takes a different turn. “It’s moving, illuminating, and surprisingly funny,” said Buckley, “but it’s also a play about work, race, and what it means to be an ally.” Trouble in Mind runs July 5-–July 21 with 5 shows per week. Next, on July 26-28, FSC presents Calpulli Mexican Dance Company. “We're thrilled with the energy, passion, and technique of this company,” said Buckley, “their narrative dances are born out of the Mexican-American experience and convey universal stories focusing on our shared humanity.” Founded in 2003, Calpulli has been described by The New York Times as a “vibrant tour of Mexican traditions with eye-popping costumes for every stop.” The following weekend, on August 2-4, FSC will present Yolanda Bush and the Cool Water Collective, melding Blues, Jazz, Rock, and R&B, and featuring musicians Evan Jagels, Tim Iversen, Wyatt Ambrose, and Joe Damone. FSC’s final production of the season is An Iliad, an adaptation of Homer’s classic story of the Trojan War, adapted by Lisa Peterson and Denis O'Hare in 2012. Set in an empty theater, the play portrays the experience of the eternal Homeric Bard, destined to tell the timeworn tale again, as soon as he can conjure a visit from the Muse. With live music.

Franklin Stage Company’s 28th season runs from July 5 through August 25 at Chapel Hall, 25 Institute Street in Franklin, NY. Please note all evening shows have a curtain time of 7:30 pm. Sunday shows are at 5:00 pm. Trouble in Mind and An Iliad will also have 3:00 pm Saturday matinees. General Seating. Admission is free—suggested donation is $25 per person. For reservations, visit www.franklinstagecompany.org. Programming at the Franklin Stage Company is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.

FRANKLIN STAGE COMPANY's dual mission is to produce professional, admission-free theater that brings together audiences and artists to create community and celebrate the enduring power of stories; and to ensure the preservation of Chapel Hall, our historic home, as both an architectural treasure and a center of community activity.

Franklin Stage Company is a professional Actors Equity, not-for-profit theater founded in 1997 in Franklin, NY. FSC is dedicated to producing classic and new plays that stimulate thought and provoke discussion to illuminate as well as entertain. FSC also presents both emerging and established artists working in a variety of performance disciplines. The company was founded on the principle that great theater should be accessible to all.

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Roxbury CSD Performs Play, Author Attends

ROXBURY – The Roxbury Central School Drama Club presented "You Can't Make Wine from Raisins", by Christopher Pankratz(produced with permission by Pioneer Drama) on March 22nd and 23rd . The cast and crew were surprised when one audience member turned out to be the playwright himself! Mr. Pankratz, from Tuscon, Arizona flew in on Friday to watch the opening night performance before travelling on to visit New York City. The play was directed by Mrs. Rinda Mattice & Mrs. Erin Lyke.

Ms. Amanda Johnson was the technical director in charge of sound & lighting. The RCS drama club has 44 members this year, which is about 41% of Junior/Senior High and they are already looking forward to their 2025 production!

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Music on the Delaware

Della Mae Band

Saturday, May 11, 2024

Walton Theatre, Walton, NY, 7:30 p.m.

Music on the Delaware is excited about bringing the popular bluegrass band, Della Mae, to the Walton Theatre at 30 Gardiner Place, on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.

Della Mae is a GRAMMY-nominated all-woman string band founded by lead vocalist/guitarist Celia Woodsmith and two-time Grand National champion fiddle player Kimber Ludiker. Rounding out the current touring lineup are guitarist Avril Smith, and bassist Vickie Vaughn.

From the beginning, the band has been ahead of its time. Because the musicians hail from around North America with experience in diverse musical styles and genres, their performances blend many music traditions. Listeners may hear hints of rock, gospel, funk, swing, or honky-tonk, always in a bluegrass vein.

Della Mae’s mission as a band is to showcase top female musicians and to improve opportunities for women and girls through advocacy, mentorship, programming, and performance. To that end, they have teamed up with the US State Department to visit over 30 other countries spreading peace and understanding through music. “Advocating for women’s rights is the backbone of this band, and we realized that adding public service work to our touring was an important way we could make a difference.”

The band’s first album, I Built This Heart, was released in 2011. In 2014, their album, This World Oft Can Be, was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Bluegrass Album at the 56th Grammy Awards. Their fourth album (2020), Headlight, is dedicated to celebrating powerful trailblazing women. Following up 2020’s Headlight, their new album Family Reunion captures the joy of the band reuniting after more than a year of virtual collaboration, Zooms and group texts.

“Every song on Family Reunion is a little gem of perfection. They shine brightly in all musical facets, with every note in its place but often leading us down unexpected paths.” (Folk Alley).

Della Mae is one of the most charismatic and engaging bands touring today. For more information on the band, see www.dellamae.com or on Facebook.

Tickets are available online at www.musiconthedelaware.org, and at select area retailers: in Walton, Walton Theatre, Moltomolto and Wayne Bank; and in Oneonta, Green Toad Bookstore. Ticket prices are $25 adults, $20 seniors, $40 family, and $15 streaming.

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Delaware League Standings

Delaware League Varsity Boys Baseball (5 league games)

SKCS 1-0 1-0

Charlotte Valley 1-0 1-1

Gilboa/Windham 0-0 1-0

Margaretville 0-0 0-0

Roxbury 0-1 0-1

Jefferson/Stamford 0-1 0-2

Delaware League Varsity Girls Softball (6 league games)

Charlotte Valley 1-0 2-0

SKCS 1-0 1-0

Windham 1-0 1-0

Roxbury/Gilboa 1-1 2-2

HTC 0-1 0-1

Margaretville 0-1 0-1

Stamford/Jefferson 0-1 0-1

Delaware League Varsity Boys Tennis (10 league matches)

Margaretville 2-0 2-0

HTC 1-0 1-0

Jefferson/Stamford 0-0 1-0

Windham 0-0 0-0

Roxbury 0-1 0-1

Andes 0-2 0-2

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Tompkins Man Arrested for Petit Larceny

Tompkins – Today, Sheriff Craig DuMond announced the arrest of a Tompkins man on petit larceny charges.

On Monday morning, April 8th, 2024, Sheriff’s Deputies responded to petit larceny complaint in the Town of Tompkins. It was reported to Deputies that a sign belonging to a local business had been stolen.

During the course of the investigation, Sheriff’s Deputies identified the suspect as Dakota K. Allen, age 27, of Tompkins, NY. Upon conclusion of the investigation, it was discovered that Allen had stolen property belonging to another person.

On April 9th, 2024, Deputies subsequently arrested and charged Allen with one count of Petit Larceny, a class A misdemeanor.

Allen was subsequently issued an appearance ticket, returnable to appear in the Town of Tompkins Court at a later date.

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CV-SK Track and Field Opens Season

MILFORD — Charlotte Valley - South Kortright Track and Field Spring Season Opener on April 9th pictured above top left SK Jesse Hungerford, top middle CV Javier Bouton, top right CV Hayden Marino, bottom left SK Runner, bottom Middle CV Rhian Bush, bottom right CV's Hayden Marino and Teammate Rhian Bush prep for the discus event. This was a meet held at Milford Central School. Photos courtesy

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Doc Reinhart Releases New Single

Doc’s New Single “The Music’s Sounding Good Again” tries to “Stop the Hurt, Break the Chains” and Bring People Together Again

South Kortright - “The Music’s Sounding Good Again” is a memorable anthem of empowerment. It’s both an individual and collective spiritual call to arms, viscerally channeling a deep inner power. It includes a driving verse with deep cutting lines, an unexpected chant-like spiritual bridge and an inspiring chorus that all contribute to a very dynamic composition that feels much like an awakening. The song summons bass lines reminiscent of Motown, the danceability of the Bee Gees and a pop sensibility similar to Michael Jackson all in one song. If there is one line to summarize the mission of this tune, it’s “Stop the hurt, break the chains, come together again." Both musically and spiritually, this song does take on the biggest of challenges and succeeds in a way that you won’t forget.

Listen to “The Music’s Sounding Good Again”

https://soundcloud.com/docreinhart/the-musics-sounding good-again/s-HIkfuhhc5H2?

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About Doc Reinhart:

Doc Reinhart, a former medical doctor turned musician, embraces his unwavering belief in the transformative power of music to help individuals connect with their authentic selves. His distinctive sound resonates on a deeply personal level and has landed notable placements in Hallmark films, SONY distributed movies and The Disney Channel.

Doc has played at notable venues such as The Paramount in Huntington, NY, appeared on WBAI 99.5 FM in New York City, and performed at festivals such as the Huntington Fall Festival and Jersey Shore Music Festival. His commitment to finding that part of existence that is real and meaningful has led critics to go as far as stating “It’s hard not to appreciate good songwriting like this” (Skope Magazine) and “Doc Reinhart is a helper of humanity” (The Alternate Root Magazine).

Doc created “Doc’s Modern Outlaws” to bring together an extraordinary group of people that share his vision and serve as a beacon of hope, leading the world towards a brighter, more harmonious future.

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Chamber Business and Breakfast Meeting April 29

DELHI — The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is hosting its next Business and Breakfast networking event at The Hancock House Hotel on Monday, April 29, starting at 8:30 am.

Business and Breakfast is a targeted networking and contact-building event designed to give Chamber members and others opportunities to meet and share business information. Informal networking begins with coffee, followed by a breakfast buffet. A brief Chamber update and a word from the event sponsor, 30-second pass-the-mic to all attendees, and door prizes complete the program.

The April 29 event is sponsored by NBT Bank.

The cost to attend is $20 per person. More information is available under the event tab at www.DelawareCounty.org.