Deposit man charged with several felonies after evading authorities for month
On Feb. 3, the sheriff’s office says it received a tip about Kinzer’s whereabouts. He was later arrested without incident. Kinzer was also charged with the following misdemeanors: DEPOSIT (WBNG) — Authorities say one man has been charged with five felonies following his arrest on Feb. 3. The sheriff’s office says Kinzer had a warrant out for his arrest following a “domestic incident” on Jan. 1. They say he fled before authorities arrived to the scene. Criminal mischief in the 4th degree, a class A misdemeanorUnlawful imprisonment in the 2nd degree, a class A misdemeanorMenacing in the 2nd degree, a class A misdemeanorCriminal obstruction breathing, a class A misdemeanorResisting arrest, a class A misdemeanorObstructing government administration in the 2nd degree, a class A misdemeanor The Broome County Sheriff’s Office says 31-year-old Robert Kinzer of Deposit was arrested and charged with the following felonies: Kinzer was seen again in the village of Deposit on Jan. 8 but fled the area on foot as officers approached him. Robbery in the 1st degree, a class B felonyBurglary in the 1st degree, a class B felonyCriminal possession of a weapon in the 3rd degree, a class D felonyAggravated family offense, a class E felony Kinzer was taken to the Broome County Sheriff’s Correctional Facility. He was released on his own recognizance, they say.
There are 105 active cases of the coronavirus in Broome County. Memorial Day: For a map detailing where cases located in the county, click here. Broome County May 22 coronavirus update: Concession stands, boating and sport facilities and playgrounds will continue to be closed. County officials say people should come to the parks independently or with their immediate family only. People are advised to wear masks when they can’t avoid being within six-feet of other people. Parks will operate at 50 percent capacity. 32 people have died from the virus and 332 people have recovered. In total, 468 cases have been reported. Beaches in the state opened up Friday in anticipation for the holiday. (WBNG) — Broome County Executive Jason Garnar says people heading to beaches at county parks this Memorial Day weekend should still adhere to social distancing rules. Coronavirus numbers:
That includes personal care businesses who had to shut their doors back in March. (WBNG) — Phase three of New York’s reopening plan begins Friday. Which they say gives them a leg-up when it comes to reopening. “We’re all regulated by the New York State Health Department. So we have strict sanitation guidelines that we have to follow anyways,” said Martinichio. Tanning salons and tattoo studios say these past few weeks have been filled with frustration. “I was hoping we would be included in phase two along with barbershops and hair salons because we were shut down at the same time as them,” said Renaissance Studios owner Josh Ruff. “We’ve put plexiglass up on our counters that will separate us from the clients when they come in, we put out space markers on the floor six feet apart, we have signs on the windows that they have to wear masks before they come into the shop,” said Martinichio. Renaissance studios is doing the same. “I feel like tattooers are uniquely suited to deal with the challenges from the COVID pandemic. We already take a lot of precautions anyway to mitigate risk from blood born pathogens and stuff like that,” said Ruff. “It’s mainly just restricting the number of people who are in here at any given time and people wearing masks, things like that,” said Ruff. California Sun-Daze is taking new safety and health precautions. These industries say they’ve already been held to a high standard when it comes to cleanliness. Now, it’s time for them to reopen. “Our busy season for us, for our particular industry, is from the month of March through July. We missed a good portion of that because we had to close in March,” said California Sun-Daze Tanning Studio owner Gina Martinichio. Phase three also includes restaurants and food service stops to be able to open their doors for indoor seating at 50% capacity.
Democratic congressman Anthony Brindisi from New York’s 22nd District announced the grant on Saturday. The congressman secured the funds through the CARES Act which was passed earlier this year. “Our transit systems are essential in keeping our communities running while the Southern Tier reopens, and these dollars will ensure Broome County Transit has the resources they need to keep moving and serving our communities safely,” Brindisi said in an official press release. “I’m working every day to bring back funding to our communities and I will continue advocating for relief for Upstate New York.” The money in in addition to $10.7 million already secured by Brindisi for BC Transit. Funds will be used to provide operating assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic.
(WBNG) — The Broome County Department of Public Transportation has received a $1 million grant from the Federal Transit Administration.
The City Parks and Recreation, she said, played a huge role in the efforts to bring back the playground and said she cannot thank them enough. BINGHAMTON (WBNG) — After it was burned down earlier this summer, the Our Space Playground is back up and running. She added that members of the community all came together to help bring the playground back, whether it be fiscally or through volunteer hours. O’Brien also said that the rebuild made the playground more multigenerational so that kids, parents, and grandparents alike can use the space together. 
It was all hands on deck and a community effort, said Jennifer O’Brien, the community coordinator for the Build and Rebuild of Our Space. She said that she is most happy about bringing back “the giggles” and laughter that has been missing at the park. She adds that in a time of such sorrow, it is great to hear the laughter back. 
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WBNG) — The Elmira Police Department arrested a man for possession of a number of narcotics, narcotic packaging material, and a handgun Friday afternoon. Gullo was arrested by Elmira Police and has been charged with 3 counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the third degree. After locating the vehicle and the individual it belonged to, Tim R. Gullo, police say their investigation recovered a handgun replica BB gun and a large quantity of drugs. Elmira Police ask anyone with further information regarding the incident to contact them at (607) 737-5626, or the anonymous tip line at (607) 271-HALT.
Police say they responded to reports of a man with a gun in the area of Decker Pl. and Davis St. Friday at approximately 3:39 p.m. The narcotics found included methamphetamine, heroine, fentanyl, and narcotic packaging materials. 