By keeping its veteran population faceless and nameless, the Cooperstown Village Board has actively chosen to widen divisions and isolate an essential part of its own community. To maintain its idyllic façade, Cooperstown will continue to hide the contributions and sacrifices its community members have made in preserving American democracy.…
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The mayor has stated that a qualified candidate has been identified, yet has delayed sharing this individual’s name with the council and community. Increased transparency in this process—such as disclosing the candidate’s name earlier—would allow both council members and residents to engage meaningfully...…
Some of you may remember me from my tenure at “The Daily Star,” but for roughly the last 15 years, I have been part of the management team here at Opportunities for Otsego, handling the fiscal responsibilities for the agency.…
“The Tempest,” directed by Andrew Kahl, plays at SUNY Oneonta’s Goodrich Theatre November 14-16 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 17 at 2 p.m. Tickets go on sale November 14 and are free with a SUNY Oneonta student ID and $5.00 for general admission.…
On October 16, 101 administrative positions were eliminated across the eight-county Bassett Healthcare Network, but with direct patient care front of mind, Bassett welcomed 19 new healthcare practitioners during the month of September.…
Photos from Veterans Day events in the Village of Cooperstown and the City of Oneonta.…
Do you trust the results of the 2024 elections more—or less—than you did the results of the 2020 elections? If you do, please think about your reasons why.…
This year, the committee invited the community to submit theme ideas that encapsulate the spirit of Cooperstown and the charm of the winter season. After reviewing more than 35 creative entries, the chosen theme for 2025 is “A Time To Shine in Wintertime,” submitted by H. Stephen Phillips.…
This decision has prompted widespread outrage, leaving many questioning the board’s commitment to core American values and the very freedoms our veterans sacrificed to protect.…
Iron String Press is one of only nine news organizations in New York and 205 throughout the United States who received grants from Press Forward’s inaugural year of support to local media organizations.…