“This fishing tournament was my dad’s idea for a fundraiser for the Community Center dating back to 2006. He had a bait shop and was in the Susquehanna Bass Association. He passed away in 2014, and this is one way of keeping his memory going,” Kosina said.…
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Our present-day Olympics were inspired by the ancient Olympic Games, first held in Olympia, Greece, from the 8th century BC to the 4th century AD. The exact year of the first Games is obscure; a widely accepted starting date is 776 BC, based on an inscription found at Olympia that lists the winners of a footrace that was held every four years, beginning in 776 BC.…
Broken hearted about Jim’s passing. His bucket list wish was to act in a movie. He got his wish. My last note to him a few weeks back was to remind him of the quote from “The Wizard of Oz”: “Your heart is not judged by how much YOU love, but by how much you are loved by others.”…
Letter from Chip Northrup Jim Seward Was a ‘Rare Politician’ Jim Seward was one of those rare politicians that put his constituents over his personal political ambitions. His agenda was to do right by everyone in his district. He did so for more than 30 years without rancor or bombast. No conspiracy theories, no scandalous behavior. When I lobbied him to ban fracking, I brought him a hat from Texas. “You know, Chip, I don’t accept gifts valued at over…
News from the Noteworthy from Fenimore Chamber Orchestra Orchestra Preps for Start of Third Season Fenimore Chamber Orchestra came about as the result of a conversation held in 2021, during the height of the worldwide pandemic, by its founders Thomas Wolf, Rosemary Summers and Maestro Maciej Żołtowski. Observing that the artistically-rich community of Cooperstown lacked a chamber orchestra, and undeterred by the challenges and doubts of naysayers, the trio’s determination to enrich the region’s musical tapestry began. Prominent members of…
Kenny Valenzuela has joined The Otesaga as the resort’s new director of sales and catering. Henry DeMartino accepted the position of food and beverage director after serving as the assistant director of food and beverage at The Otesaga since 2022.…
According to officials, the recipient of the Good Citizen Award is selected from a pool of one student per school, chosen by teaching staff. Candidates then provide the DAR with their school record, personal statement and an essay on patriotism.…
Today, after 27 years of stewardship by the Corrigan family, The Lake House remains a beloved destination for fine dining, celebration and relaxation. As the next generation—Sabina and Patrick—step forward, they are poised to carry on the tradition of blending heritage with innovation, ensuring memorable experiences for years to come.…
Upcoming events include performances by percussionist Justin Jay Hines, a benefit golf tournament, "Glass in the Garden" and more.…
Titled “Unheard Of: A Concert of Spanking New Electronic and Mixed Media Music,” the concert program features works by Thad Wheeler, Keith Torgan, Marshall Coid, concert curator Barbara Siesel, and Patrick Rost.…