In keeping with this year’s forum theme of “Harnessing Regenerative Business,” Ball outlined the state’s goals in boosting the agricultural industry and increasing production while also fighting climate change.…
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The awards acknowledge how individuals and programs have improved the lives of people with intellectual disabilities through sustained and relevant person-centered services. Pathfinder Village, a livable residential community and services provider founded in 1980, has been a leader in defining best practices in the Down syndrome field for decades.…
The opioid epidemic has likely affected everyone here today in some way. Some have overcome their own personal struggles, and in many cases, have had to witness the devastation of opioid addiction in those closest to us.…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for THURSDAY, JANUARY 25 Celebrate Robert Burns CONNECTIONS—1 p.m. Robert Burns Celebration. Bagpipes, haggis, Scottish music, poetry and laughter. Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. connectionsatcsc@gmail.com or visit https://www.facebook.com/otsegocountyOFA/…
Induction Weekend 2024 will take place Friday, July 19 through Monday, July 22. In addition to the induction ceremony, there will be an awards presentation on Saturday, July 20.…
The “One Day Watershed” will introduce participants to the Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience. MWEEs are a learner-centered framework that focus on investigations into local environmental issues and lead to informed actions.…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24 ‘History of the Grange’ HISTORICAL SOCIETY—6 p.m. “History of the Grange” presented by Gail Lewis, Pierstown Grange Master, with the Fly Creek Historical Society. Followed by refreshments. Fly Creek Methodist Church, 852 County Road 26, Fly Creek. Visit https://www.facebook.com/p/Fly-Creek-Area-Historical-Society-100077445521390/ REGISTRATION—Last day to register for “Otsego County 4-H Information Night.” How to join/start a 4-H club for youth aged 5-19. Event to be held 1/25 at 5:30 p.m. The Rowe House, 31 Maple Street, Oneonta. (607) 433-2521…
It is with great sadness that we had to say goodbye to our loving daughter, sister, niece and friend.
Amanda is survived by her mother, Deborah, step-mother Wendy Fink-Onyan, and siblings Joshua (Charysse), Michael (Carrie), Rachael (Martin), Kala (John), Nicole (Corey), Colin, Tristin, and Bryden (Taylor). She was predeceased by her two dads, Terry Onyan and Michael Swatling; grandmothers Elizabeth Swatling, Joan Hopkins (Welch), and Norma Onyan; and grandfathers Roy Swatling and Robert Burns. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews…
COOPERSTOWN—Roger Colton Smith, 87, of Cooperstown, died peacefully at home the morning of Wednesday, January 17, 2024.
Roger was born at Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown on April 28, 1936, the son of LeRoy F. Smith and Gertrude E. (Spurbeck) Smith. After graduating from Cooperstown Central School, Class of 1954, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and completed four years of active duty as a radar man on the USS Fremont, remaining in the U.S. Navy Reserve until 1962.…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for TUESDAY, JANUARY 23 Cyber-security Presentation at The Gathering Place ONLINE SECURITY—1 p.m. “Protect Yourself from Scams and Frauds.” Learn about the latest scams and how to protect yourself. The Gathering Place, 5506 State Highway 7, Oneonta. (607) 267-4732 or visit https://www.facebook.com/otsegocountyOFA BLOOD DRIVE—1-6 p.m. Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center, 24 Market Street, Oneonta. RedCrossBlood.org BLOOD DRIVE—1-6 p.m. St. James Episcopal Church, 305 Main Street, Oneonta. RedCrossBlood.org…