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🚨 FLASH FLOOD WARNING – HANCOCK NY AREA (DELAWARE COUNTY, NY) Issued at 7:50 PM on March 31, 2026 by the National Weather Service in Binghamton, this warning remains in effect until 11:00 PM EDT. Doppler radar indicates strong thunderstorms producing extremely heavy rainfall, with rates exceeding 2 inches per hour and 1 to 1.5 inches already falling in just 20–30 minutes. Flash flooding is already occurring or expected to begin shortly, especially in low-lying and poor drainage areas. • Hazard: Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms • Source: Radar indicated • Impacts: Flooding of creeks, streams, roads, highways, and underpasses • At-Risk Areas: Walton, Delhi, Deposit, Davenport, Roxbury, Colchester, Meredith, Andes, Stamford, Hobart, Franklin, Meridale, Downsville, Corbett, East Meredith, Bovina Center, Harvard, Sidney Center, Kortright, Hamden ⚠️ SAFETY TIPS Flash floods can develop quickly and become life-threatening with little warning. Never attempt to drive or walk through flooded roadways—just a small amount of moving water can carry away a vehicle. Stay alert, monitor local alerts, and be prepared to move to higher ground if conditions worsen. • Turn around, don’t drown — avoid flooded roads at all costs • Move to higher ground if flooding begins • Stay away from creeks, streams, and drainage areas • Do not walk through moving water • Report flooding to emergency services when safe

🇺🇸 American Legion Post 289 – Hancock, NY 🇺🇸 Join us today at 7:00 PM for the first meeting of the 2026 year at Post 289! We’ll be discussing plans for upcoming events, including preparations to celebrate America’s 250th Birthday, along with plans for the whole year. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the legion, volunteer to help kick off the new year, get involved, share ideas, and help shape what’s ahead for our Post and community. Open to the public, you don't have to be a legion member to attend. All legion members are encouraged to participate —your voice and community engagement matters! 📍 American Legion Post 289 210 Pennsylvania Ave Hancock, NY 13783 🗓 Monday ⏰ 7:00 PM Let’s start 2026 strong—together in service, tradition, and community.

American Legion Post 289 – Hancock, NY 🇺🇸 Join us this Monday at 7:00 PM for the first meeting of the 2026 year at Post 289! We’ll be discussing plans for upcoming events, including preparations to celebrate America’s 250th Birthday, along with conducting our regular Legion agenda business. This is a great opportunity to kick off the new year, get involved, share ideas, and help shape what’s ahead for our Post and community. All members are encouraged to attend—your voice and participation matter! 📍 American Legion Post 289 210 Pennsylvania Ave Hancock, NY 13783 🗓 Monday ⏰ 7:00 PM Let’s start 2026 strong—together in service, tradition, and community.

🍪 Girl Scout Cookie Sale at Hancock Town Square! 🍪 Come support your local Girl Scouts and stock up on your favorite cookies! 📍 Location: Hancock Town Square 📅 Dates: • Saturday, March 21 • Saturday, March 28 ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Local Girl Scout Troop 60430 will be selling cookies to raise funds for troop activities and adventures. Stop by, say hello, and grab your favorites like Thin Mints, Samoas, Tagalongs, and more! Cash or card accepted. Your support helps these girls learn leadership, teamwork, and entrepreneurship. 💚 Special thanks to Hancock Partners 501c3 for their use of the Hancock Town Square. We hope to see you all there!

🍪 Girl Scout Cookie Sale at Hancock Town Square! 🍪 Come support your local Girl Scouts and stock up on your favorite cookies! 📍 Location: Hancock Town Square 📅 Dates: • Saturday, March 21 • Saturday, March 28 ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Local Girl Scout Troop 60430 will be selling cookies to raise funds for troop activities and adventures. Stop by, say hello, and grab your favorites like Thin Mints, Samoas, Tagalongs, and more! Cash or card accepted. Your support helps these girls learn leadership, teamwork, and entrepreneurship. 💚 Special thanks to Hancock Partners 501c3 for their use of the Hancock Town Square. We hope to see you all there!

🍽 Gather & Feast – Free Community Dinner Today at 4:30PM

Join us today (Thursday March 19th) for Gather & Feast, a free community supper from 4:30–6:00 PM (or until food runs out) at St. Paul’s Father Rausch Hall, 316 West Main Street, Hancock, NY. This month’s dinner is being served by Hancock Hounds Dog Park, Inc. (501c3) and everyone is welcome—families, friends, neighbors and visitors.

Enjoy a hearty meal featuring 3-bean vegetarian chili with choice of meat toppings, a make-your-own taco bar, fresh salad bar, sub sandwiches, and desserts, with dine-in or take-out available. Come share a warm meal, meet your neighbors, and celebrate the spirit of community. No registration required—just come hungry! 🍀

Village of Hancock NY -Election Reminder🇺🇸 Today (Weds March 18th) is Village Election Day. Polls are open from 12:00 PM until 9:00 PM at the Village Clerk’s Office. 📍 Village of Hancock Clerk’s Office 85 East Front Street Hancock, NY 13783 Locally registered residents are encouraged to come out and cast your vote for candidates and make your voice heard in our community.

🚨 WEATHER ALERT – HANCOCK, NY Valid: Monday evening through early Tuesday ⚠️ Hazard: • Strong winds gusting 40–50 mph • Heavy rain and possible thunderstorms • Rain may change to snow overnight ⏰ Timing: • Winds increase this afternoon • Strongest gusts this evening into tonight Possible Impacts: • Downed tree limbs • Isolated power outages • Difficult travel in heavy rain and wind Safety: Secure loose outdoor items and use caution if traveling tonight. 🌬️

Lucky Dog Bingo - Date Changed. Due to an unexpected administrative issue related to our bingo licensing, we need to postpone the Lucky Dog Bingo that was scheduled for Saturday March 21st. Our organization submitted the required NYS paperwork we were provided and paid the fees last year, but the new license has not yet been finalized. To ensure everything is fully approved and in compliance, we are moving the event to a later date. We’re working quickly with the appropriate NYS offices to resolve this issue and will announce the new date as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience and continued support of the Hancock Hounds Dog Park. We’re excited to host more community bingo events once everything is squared away!

**TRAFFIC ALERT** State Highway 17 East and West Bound are closed between exits 87 and 87a due to powerlines down across both directions.

Winter Storm Warning – Hancock, NY - WHAT: Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 7 and 15 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. WHERE: In New York: Delaware and Otsego Counties (including Hancock). In Pennsylvania: Northern Wayne, Susquehanna, and Wyoming Counties. WHEN: From 1 PM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. IMPACTS: Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility to below one quarter mile. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Gusty north-northwest winds will increase overnight Sunday and persist into Monday morning, which could reduce visibility due to blowing and drifting snow. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph are possible through the day on Monday. Travel only as needed and be safe!

Happening 3PM: Puppy Love Bingo - Dog Park Fundraiser - Hancock House Hotel 💕🐶 Puppy Love & BINGO! 🐶💕 Spend your Saturday afternoon with us at Valentine’s Bingo in support of the Hancock Hounds Dog Park on Saturday, February 21st! 📍 Hancock House Hotel – Maple Room� 🕒 3–5 PM� 💵 $25 to play ($10 for extra Books) Celebrate the season of love with a cozy bingo afternoon, fun prizes, and great company—all for a wonderful cause. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase from the bar, so come early, grab a seat, and enjoy! 🐾 All bingo proceeds benefit the Hancock Hounds Dog Park, helping us cover annual liability insurance and ongoing maintenance costs. With rising insurance and inflation, your support means more than ever—and our pups feel the love too! 🎟️ Tickets available on site when you arrive� 💰 Please bring cash for entry (ATM available on site) Bring your Valentine, your friends, or just yourself and your bingo luck—we’d love to see you there! ❤️🎉🐕 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM | 137 E Front St, Hancock, NY 13783

SAVE THE DATE: Everyone is invited! Join us for a free community supper by Gather & Feast Community Group with this months event being staffed and hosted by the Hancock Teachers Association — all are welcome! 📅 Thursday, February 19, 2026 ⏰ 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM 📍 St. Paul’s Father Rausch Hall 316 West Main Street, Hancock 🍴 Menu: Ham, scalloped potatoes, green beans, salad, rolls, and dessert 🥡 Take-out available at 6:15 PM (while supplies last) Come enjoy a warm meal, good company, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Hope to see you there! 💛

❄️ Cold Weather Advisory – Hancock, NY --When: Tonight through Sunday What: Very cold temperatures and dangerous wind chills Details: Temperatures are expected to drop well below freezing, with wind chills making it feel even colder. Prolonged exposure to the cold may lead to frostbite or hypothermia, especially for those outdoors for extended periods. Impacts: • Risk of frostbite on exposed skin • Increased danger for pets, livestock, and vulnerable individuals • Potential strain on heating systems and plumbing Precautions: • Dress in layers and limit time outdoors • Wear hats, gloves, and cover exposed skin • Bring pets indoors and ensure adequate shelter for animals • Check on elderly neighbors and those without reliable heat Stay warm and stay safe, Hancock.

The Town of Hancock NY will be in a State of Emergency starting at 12:00 PM (noon) today and continuing until further notice - Hancock NY Town Supervisor Jerry Vernold.

⚠️ Winter Weather Safety Notice – Town of Hancock ⚠️ Due to the severe snow and ice storm forecast for this weekend, the Town of Hancock wants to ensure all residents stay safe, warm, and informed. Hazardous travel conditions, potential power outages, and dangerously cold temperatures are expected. Hancock NY is expecting upwards of 10-18" of snow according to the National Weather Service, please get supplies early and stay warm, and stay indoors as much as possible. ⸻ 🚧 Road Safety Tips • Avoid unnecessary travel during the storm, especially after dark. • Roads may be snow-covered or icy, even if they appear clear. • If you must drive: • Reduce speed and allow extra stopping distance. • Keep headlights on and fully clear snow and ice from your vehicle. • Carry emergency supplies such as blankets, water, snacks, and a phone charger. • Stay clear of snowplows and give them plenty of room to work. • If your vehicle begins to slide, do not slam on the brakes — ease off the accelerator and steer gently. ⸻ 🔥 Home Heating Safety Tips • Use space heaters safely: • Keep them at least 3 feet away from anything flammable. • Never leave them unattended or use them while sleeping. • Never use ovens, grills, or generators indoors, as this can cause deadly carbon monoxide buildup. • Ensure carbon monoxide and smoke detectors are working and have fresh batteries. • Keep cabinet doors open under sinks to help prevent pipes from freezing. • If using a fireplace or wood stove, make sure vents and chimneys are clear and properly ventilated. ⸻ 🚧 Town of Hancock Warming Center If you lose power or heat during the storm, Hancock Town Hall 📍 661 W Main Street will open as a Warming and Safety Center beginning at 2:00 PM on Saturday, January 24th. Anyone in need is encouraged to come in, get warm, and shelter safely until conditions improve. 🐾 The warming center is pet-friendly — please bring your pets so no one is left out in the cold. 🚗 If you are unable to drive or cannot safely reach Town Hall, please call: 📞 607-287-2317 Arrangements will be made to assist with transportation. ⸻ 🏠 Additional Regional Warming Centers The following locations will also be available as warming stations for residents within their fire coverage areas during the anticipated winter storm: ⚠️ Note: Preston Area School has very limited power capabilities and should be considered a last-resort option. At this time, we do not expect it to be needed, as the storm is expected to produce lighter-weight snow. Preston Area School 1493 Crosstown Hwy Lakewood, PA Northern Wayne Fire Company 1633 Crosstown Hwy Lakewood, PA Equinunk Volunteer Fire Company Lookout Station ONLY 2625 Hancock Hwy Equinunk, PA Hancock Volunteer Fire Department (For residents within the fire coverage area, including Starlight, Winterdale, and Scott Township) 24501 NY-97 Hancock, NY ⸻ 📞 Emergency Contacts For residents wishing to use Pennsylvania warming locations, please contact: Michael Schuman – Wayne County EMA Deputy Director 📱 570-390-9217 Dan Harmuth – Wayne County EMA Director 📱 570-390-9216 For residents within the Hancock Fire coverage area: Fire Chief Blaise Bojo 📱 607-427-0238