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GOOD NEWS YOU MAY HAVE MISSED International Conference Draws Participants from 31 Countries FLY CREEK—Bassett Healthcare Network’s Northeast Center for Occupational Health & Safety helped orchestrate the sixth International Fishing Industry Safety and Health Conference, IFISH 6, in Rome, Italy this past January, bringing together industry and government representatives, researchers, and advocates to discuss the sustainability and welfare of fishermen, seafood processors, and aquacultural workers across the globe. Among organizations in attendance were the World Health Organization, the International Maritime Organization and the U.S. Coast Guard.…
“The relationships that develop among direct support professionals and the people with disabilities they work with each day are key to the individuals’ fulfillment and independence,” said Karen Knavel, Pathfinder Village’s president and chief executive officer. “As people age and experience dementia, it is essential that direct support staff are knowledgeable and committed to ensuring their well-being and continued community engagement. Pathfinder has focused on aging services for over a decade, and we’re proud of our DSP 3.0s who assist people with aging’s transitions.”…
The project is an important part of the mission of the Lakewood Cemetery Association to preserve and restore monuments, gravestones and stone steps. The Cooper project was supported by members of the Cooper family, members of the James Fenimore Cooper Society and Lakewood lot owners.…
Breaking into the entertainment industry was anything but easy. Carvin lived in New York City for six years after college and in Los Angeles for 10 years. He lives in Atlanta, Georgia now. Along the way, Carvin became an entrepreneur.…
Amongst the class of 2024, the top four individuals who maintained the highest grade point averages throughout their high school careers were given the opportunity to speak to those gathered. Margaret Raffo, Punya Phaugat, Onyx Loewenguth, and Cate Bohler shared inspiring words with faculty, staff, family, friends and beloved peers.…
Turn Two is a museum fundraiser that supports the Hall of Fame’s educational mission and internship scholarships. Participants in Turn Two each receive on-field round-robin interaction with the Hall of Famers, along with special mementos to commemorate their experience.…
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The event was orchestrated by a collaboration of the Town of Maryland Historical Society, the Westford Historical Society, and the Worcester Historical Society. Bob Parmerter, a trustee and program committee chairman for the Town of Maryland Historical Society, played a pivotal role in the planning and execution of the event.…
The introduction of a minimum wage at the end of the Great Depression was largely a success, but the verdict in more recent times is more mixed. Let’s look at some of the key developments concerning today’s minimum wage.…
In fact, we can be proud of many of Otsego County’s residents, for a variety of reasons. Some are your neighbors, or kids you went to school with. Most are two-legged, but some walk on all fours. Their accomplishments are as unique as they are, themselves, and all—in their own way—shine a little extra light on Otsego County.…
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This week's briefs include a number of upcoming summer events to enjoy throughout Otsego County.…
Briefs include a performance in Muller Plaza, a free summer lunch program in Oneonta, summer story time at the Richfield Springs Public Library and more.…
Briefs include the Swart-Wilcox Summer Sunday Series schedule, a screening of "A Roadhouse Coup" at the Wieting Theatre, and a new bat at the NBHoF, among others.…
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Patricia A. Huntington passed peacefully on June 24, 2024 at home, surrounded by her immediate family. Patricia was born July 26, 1936 in Cooperstown, New York, daughter of Marcia (neé Pickard) and Frank Pearsall. She married Robert G. Huntington on January 28, 1956 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Springfield Center,…
COOPERSTOWN—Sophie Rogers, longtime Cooperstown resident, passed away peacefully in the early hours of April 13, 2024, at the Cooperstown Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, where she had been a patient for seven years.
Born June 20, 1926 to Polish immigrants Joseph and Anastasia Bryn, Sophie was the youngest of four daughters.…
ONEONTA—Michael A Perry of Oneonta passed away on May 16, 2024 at home.
There will be a gathering on July 13 at 1 p.m. at Fortin Park in Oneonta to celebrate and honor Mike.
Arrangements are under the direction of Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home, Oneonta.…
NORFOLK, NE— Christine Nielsen of Norfolk, Nebraska passed away on June 22, 2024. She was born in Wanakena, New York on February 27, 1947, the daughter of Arthur and Kathryn (Colton) Nielsen.
A graduate of nursing school, Chris worked as a nurse in New York State. After a time, she moved…
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