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Springfield’s July 4 parade returns after COVID hiatus The Town of Springfield brings its famous Fourth-of-July parade back after a two-year pandemic hiatus and, this year, they’ve chosen longtime parade organizers Debra Ann and Jonathan Miller as grand marshals for the festivities. “Deb and Jon have been the driving force to put together one of the finest parades and celebrations in Central New York,” said Fourth of July Committee Chair Ernie Whiteman, who succeeded Debra Miller as Chair. “After taking…
In this week’s papers We salute all the winners of Clark Scholarship awards … endorse candidates in next Tuesday’s primaries … share photos from Juneteenth in Oneonta, a baby prom, and a dog show … take a peek at the tables in the Cooperstown Diner … visit Fenimore Art Museum for its Wyeth and Venice exhibitions … talk with Hall of Fame President Josh Rawitch about life in a small village … and more! It’s a big issue! On newsstands…
Briggs Pool opening July 1 Briggs Pool in Oneonta’s Wilber Park opens for the season July 1, from 1 until 6:45 p.m. Those living within Oneonta’s city limits may enter free of charge but must have a park pass, available now at the Oneonta YMCA from 6 a.m. until 1 p.m. and at the Wilber Welcoming Center beginning July 1. Residents should bring a photo ID with proof of residency, such as a utility bill, driver’s license, voter registration card,…
Otsego County has federal funds for housing, food programs Otsego County has received nearly $14,000 in funding from the federal Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program for local agencies providing food and housing and will work with a local board of religious and health and human service agencies to award and distribute the grant. Under the terms of the grant from the National Board, local agencies chosen to receive the funds must: 1) be private, voluntary nonprofits or units…
‘Still Alive and Kicking’ has a message for everyone Clifford Crandall, Jr. has a message for everyone over age 60, “Get up, get moving, and enjoy yourself!” Mr. Crandall, 75, founder and grandmaster of the American Martial Arts Institute, has produced a video series, “Still Alive and Kicking,” promoting life-enhancing activities for seniors. Crandall said he got the idea for the series about three months ago when he realized he would soon be 75 and saw what he describes as…
Susquehanna Greenway, Foundation team up for trail upgrade Neahwa Park adds another attraction with a June 16 groundbreaking for updates to the Mill Race segment of the popular Oneonta Susquehanna Greenway – a transformational project that will see the section paved and accessible and, supporters hope, an attraction for residents and would-be residents alike. The new paved trail will connect Neawha Park, Catella Park, and the trails available on New Island – a “critical link,” said OSG’s Donna Vogler. “It’s…
Oneonta fan’s labor of love puts “Sinatra’s favorite saloon singer’ back in the spotlight Oneonta resident Marie Hegeman was looking for a song appropriate for a Valentine’s Day 2014 Facebook posting to her husband, Tom, and remembered a song called “The Lady’s In Love With You” she knew would fit the bill. She tracked down the song and its performance on YouTube – a clip from a February 1964 episode of “The Judy Garland Show” – performed by Bobby Cole…
Hall, Fenimore, Farmers team up for more access Three of the region’s most celebrated institutions – the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, The Farmers’ Museum, and the Fenimore Art Museum – this week announced they have joined to provide those receiving food assistance benefits (SNAP) with free admission for up to four people when they visit any of the three Cooperstown-based sites. The outreach is part of Museums for All, a signature access program from the Institute of…
The Rockwell Exhibit! A Must See This Summer It’s a short drive from anywhere in Otsego County to downtown Utica, but once you step inside the Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute’s exclusive Norman Rockwell exhibit on display now, you’ll feel like you’re thousands of miles away. Two stunning galleries of his famous Saturday Evening Post covers – all 323 of them — flank the installation of paintings and sketches covering the whole of the artist’s storied career and creating an exhibition that…
