New Oneonta board member ready to learn By KEVIN LIMITI • Special to www.AllOTSEGO.com Elected November 4 to his first term as a member of the Town of Oneonta Board at only age 24, Skylar Thompson says he’s looking forward to working on the “day-to-day issues” having an impact on the place he’s lived his entire life. “That’s what local politics affects the most,” the young Republican said. He cited rural broadband and enhancement of Town parks and recreational facilities…
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State Police charge two with package theft in Otsego County New York State Police are warning area residents to keep an eye out for people stealing packages out of mailboxes and off porches. State Police say they arrested two people after incidents in the Otsego County towns of Hartwick, Garrattsville, and New Lisbon.…
Rep. Delgado hears why seasonal visas are lifeline to local employers By KEVIN LIMITI • Special to www.AllOTSEGO.com Representative Antonio Delgado traveled to Fly Creek last week to meet with Fly Creek Cider Mill owner Bill Michaels, touring the facility and discussing the challenges confronting small businesses in Otsego County. While the pair discussed topics ranging from President Biden’s bipartisan infrastructure package and supply chain concerns, Rep. Delgado and Mr. Michaels spoke at length about hiring concerns and how the…
News briefs Need a wreath for the holidays? The Cooperstown Art Association holds its “Adorn-a-Door Wreath Festival” on Saturday, November 27, from 10 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., in the upstairs ballroom gallery in Cooperstown’s Village Hall at 22 Main Street. The festival features some 100 wreaths available for silent auction, donated by area artists, craftspeople, and businesses. Bidders can drop by throughout the day to make sure they’re still the highest bidder on the wreath or wreaths of their choice.…
What’s fun in Otsego County ►Thursday, Nov. 18 SHOEBOXES FOR SENIORS – Create a box with non-perishables to give to area seniors. Drop-off locations are receiving up to 12/15 at The Green Earth, Southside Mall, NY Skin & Vein, The Working Kitchen in Oneonta. Visit facebook.com/otsegocountyOFA/ ART CONTEST – Calling all artists. Enter your rendition of an Exoplanet Tourism poster to celebrate the launch of the James Webb Space Telescope. The winner receives a $20 gift card to Goddard Space…
Fire in Cherry Valley leaves one dead Police and firefighters responded to a structure fire in Cherry Valley last night that caused the death of one person. The deceased, Ellen Cantrell, 58, was located inside the travel trailer at County Road 34A. New York State Police, Richfield Springs Fire Department, Cherry Valley Fire Department, and Middlefield Fire Department responded to extinguish the flames. Cooperstown EMS and Otsego County EMS also responded. According to a New York State Police media release,…
ARPA funds will be used for outdoor activities in Oneonta The City of Oneonta plans to use the $1.4 million from the American Rescue Plan Act to fund outdoor activities in Oneonta. Some of the projects include a paved millrace Neahwa Park trail, Neahwa Park permanent stage and amphitheater, Neahwa Park basketball court, playground improvements, electric infrastructure improvements, installation of public art, and Wilber Lake Trail Bridge replacement.…
Bassett Medical Center Clinic main entrance closed The main entrance to Bassett Medical Centers Clinic is temporarily closed due to a problem with the overhang roof. The facilities department and McCarthy Construction are working on a long term solution. Meanwhile, visitors to the clinic should use side entrance.…
What’s fun in Otsego County ►Thursday, Nov. 11 BOOK CLUB – Pick up a copy of ‘Writers & Lovers’ by Lilly King, then discuss it with the group on Zoom on 11/30 at 7 p.m. Presented by Huntington Memorial Library, Oneonta. Visit facebook.com/hmloneonta/ for info. CELEBRATION – 9 a.m. Celebrate Hall of Famers who served in the armed forces. Visitors will also have a chance to write a letter to military personnel and veterans from noon – 2 p.m. which…
Dog Charmer by Tom Shelby Terrier Afraid of Everything Tom, We have a 7-month-old Boston Terrier, Maggie, who is fearful of everything including me. She loves me but is afraid if I talk too loud or move fast. Also big-time stranger-danger to anyone new. We also have a 10-year-old Boston, Chloe, who is the best dog, loves everyone and is so laid back. I want Maggie to be happy and not in fear. If I put a Thundershirt on her,…
