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In Memoriam: Daniel Rutherford

ONEONTA—Daniel (Dan) Rutherford of Oneonta, 57, passed away unexpectedly at home from a heart attack in the early morning hours of February 10, 2024. 
He was a graduate of Oneonta High School in 1985, earned an associate’s degree from SUNY Cobleskill in 1987 and received his Bachelor of Science degree from SUNY Oneonta in 1989.
Dan worked for UPS for 30+ years, retiring in March 2022. He was also a courier for Community Bank since 2013.…

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State ‘Rethinks Waste’ in New Management Plan

“The New York State Solid Waste Management Plan: Building the Circular Economy through Sustainable Materials Management” is a 10-year plan that describes actions to reduce the climate impact of solid waste and provides direction for New York’s waste reduction, reuse, recycling, collection, transportation, and disposal investments, policies, and practices over the next decade.…

Happenin’ Otsego: 02-12-24

HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12 Candlelit Yoga Benefit for Violence Intervention Program BENEFIT—6:30 p.m. “Candlelight Yoga Benefit Class.” Vinyasa yoga with sound bath to benefit the Violence Intervention Program of Opportunities for Otsego. Registration required. $20 minimum donation. Clark Sports Center, 124 County Route 52, Cooperstown. (607) 547-2800 ext. 129 or visit https://www.facebook.com/clarksportscenter…

Happenin’ Otsego: 02-11-24

HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11 ‘Moon Over Buffalo’ Matinee Performance THEATER—2 p.m. “Moon Over Buffalo.” A farce about two comedians’ last chance at stardom. General admission, $20. Presented by Bigger Dreams Productions. Final performance. Production Center, Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center, 24 Market Street, Oneonta. Visit https://www.biggerdreamsproductions.org/ FIRST AID—10 a.m. “CPR Certification Course.” Morris Fire Department, 117 East Main Street, Morris. (607) 547-4328 or visit https://www.facebook.com/OtsegoCountyEmergencyServices…

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NBHoF Announces Cap Selections for Class of 2024

The Hall of Fame Class of 2024 will be formally inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday, July 21 in Cooperstown as the centerpiece of a four-day celebration of baseball and their careers—part of Hall of Fame Weekend 2024, July 19-22.…

Happenin’ Otsego: 02-10-24

HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Chili Bowl Cook-Off at CANO FUNDRAISER—Noon to 3 p.m. “Chili Bowl Cook-Off & Fundraiser.” Chili by local chefs, purchase hand painted bowls, and live music by The Mansion Jam Band. Admission, $20/adult. Community Arts Network of Oneonta, Wilber Mansion, 11 Ford Avenue, Oneonta. admin@canoneonta.org or visit https://www.canoneonta.org/…

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This Week: 02-08-24

THIS WEEK’S NEWSPAPERS The Freeman’s Journal • Hometown Oneonta February 08, 2024 Front Page Community Members Seek Financial Aid for Ghanaian CGP Student Essay Contest Winners Announced OLT Making Improvements at Brookwood Point Inside Hilbert Joins Paper Staff Stunner of a Quilt Could Be Yours Body of Missing Man Found After Intensive Search Rotary To Host Soirèe Student Art Exhibit at SQSPCA Opens on Valentine’s Day SUNY Oneonta February Events Celebrate Black History Month Chili Bowl Contest Is This Saturday…

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In Memoriam: Frances G. Bliven

“Hello. This is Fran. Sorry I can’t be with you right now. I’m off—got another project going…” was what one would hear when leaving a message on Fran’s voice mail. How true! Fran was a lifelong learner whose calendar was filled with classes, meetings, workdays, concerts, and performances. Or, perhaps she was on one of her many international or continental trips.
As a volunteer, Fran was a charter member, officer, board member, facilitator, participant, refreshment provider, usher or appreciative audience of AAUW…