HANK AARON, 86, DIES, HIT MOST HOME RUNS, 715 ATLANTA – Longtime MLB home run king Hank Aaron passed away today at the age of 86. Here’s the New York Times obituary. The Hall of Famer broke MLB’s all-time home run mark on April 8, 1974, with No. 715 surpassing Yankees legend Babe Ruth. Aaron overcame death threats as he was fighting to break the mark. He retired with 755 home runs. His record was broken decades later by Barry…
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COMPOSER SURVIVED COVID Cuomo Cites ‘It’s 7 O’Clock’ As ‘Deep-Breath Moment’ In his daily COVID-19 update, Governor Cuomo has been including a “Deep Breath Moment” of inspiration in time of pandemic. His latest is New York City blues artist David Keyes’ “7 O’Clock Somewhere,” a tribute to front-line workers. Keyes himself is a COVID survivor. To subscribe to the governor’s daily update, click here.…
Driver Faces Multiple Charges In Westford High-Speed Chase WESTFORD – A Westford driver is facing multiple charges, including facing a second DWI charge within 10 years, after leading deputies on a high speed chase for “several miles” last weekend through the Town of Westford, the sheriff’s department announced today. According to a press release, a deputy attempted to pull over Dennis J. Armlin, 50, for traffic violations, but “the defendant failed to stop and led police on a pursuit through…
ACCOLADES, APPLAUSE FOR JIM DEAN Bergene On Ticket For Village Board Candidate, 29, Plus Deputy Mayor Falk Likely Unopposed In March Elections “I very excited,” Hanna Bergene, 29, above, said a few minutes ago as the Village Democratic Party caucused in the 22 Main ballroom and nominated her for one of two positions on the Cooperstown Village Board in the March elections. Also nominated for another term was Deputy Mayor Cindy Falk, at left. In the foreground is Henry Bauer,…
Two Fatalities In 48 Hours By CHRYSTAL SAVAGE • Special to www.AllOTSEGO.com COOPERSTOWN – In just 48 hours the COVID-19 fatalities within the county have gone up by two – both females over the age of 55 who were previously hospitalized as a result of the virus – bringing the total fatalities for 2021 up to six. Active cases continue to climb and stand now at 289. According to County Public Health Director Heidi Bond, “We are still seeing cases related…
IN MEMORIAM: Marjorie Youmans Clark, 92; Assisted Pastor Husband In Many Assignments ONEONTA – Marjorie Youmans Clark, 92, who was involved in many church groups while her husband, the late Pastor Jack Clark, ministered to many churches over 66 years of marriage, passed away Jan. 19, 2021. Marjorie was a loving mother to her four children and a dear friend to the residents at St. James’ Manor in Oneonta, where she lived for the past 10 years. She grew up…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for FRIDAY, JANUARY 22 ‘Murder At The Speakeasy’ Online Murder Mystery WHODUNIT – 7 p.m. Enjoy livestream of interactive theater production ‘Murder At The Speakeasy’ by Frank Marquette about a man opening a speakeasy for his girlfriend to sing at, her rivalry with another singer, and a murder when the police turn up. Audience is invited to collect clues and guess the identity of the murderer for a chance to win a $50 gift card. Cost, $20/household. Presented…
COVID VACCINATION CENTRAL Appointments Limited In Area And Beyond Click Here For ‘Am I Eligible’ App Editor’s Note: www.AllOTSEGO.com will seek to keep you up to date on the availability of vaccinations against COVID-19. We will strive to update our information at noon daily. As of noon today, the only New York State special sites still accepting appointments from citizens 65 and over is Plattsburgh and Potsdam. According to the NYS website, “The Federal Government determines how much vaccine New York…
When It Has Vaccinations, Bassett Will Alert Patients COOPERSTOWN – As soon as the Bassett Healthcare Network receives sufficient vaccine, it will notify patients using a variety of methods, including MyBassett (the online patient portal), the Bassett website and social media. Meanwhile, Bassett’s weekly COVID-19 update encouraged patients to participate in the state’s vaccination process, which includes sites as nearby at Utica, Binghamton and Albany. The weekly update also directed patients to New York State’s state-run vaccination clinics at various locations;…
Maryland Educator CCS Superintendent Millbrook Native Sarah Spross Due March 1 By JIM KEVLIN • Special to www.AllOTSEGO.com COOPERSTOWN – Sarah Spross, an assistant superintendent in the State of Maryland Department of Education, will become the Cooperstown Central School District’s new superintendent March 1 – or sooner. “We hope sooner,” said school board President Tim Hayes this morning. He said it would give her more time to be introduced to her new responsibilities by the interim superintendent, Romona Wenck. Spross,…