Every branch of the U.S. military used products containing asbestos for decades, but Navy vets were at an exceptionally high risk of asbestos exposure. They fulfilled their duty surrounded by items made with asbestos during their years in the military, often unaware of the hidden danger.…
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HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Walk in the Woods with the Otsego Land Trust GUIDED HIKE—2-4 p.m. “Trees as Unique & Complex Messengers.” Otsego Land Trust and SUNY Oneonta Biologist Dr. Sean Robinson leads this hike through a conservation easement protected forest. Free, open to public. Private property at 558 County Road 52, Cooperstown. Visit https://otsegolandtrust.org/events/guided-hike-trees-as-unique-complex-messengers…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Honoring Our Veterans VETERANS DAY VETERANS DAY—10:30 a.m. “14th Annual Veteran’s 5K Run/Walk.” Race begins at Noon. $20. Cherry Valley Community Center, 2 Genesee Street, Cherry Valley. 607-435-1658 (texts preferred) or visit https://www.cherryvalley.com/events/25mainteach-cxg5w PARADE – 11 a.m. “Cooperstown Veterans Day Parade.” Begins at the Cooperstown American Legion and proceeds up Main Street to the intersection of Main Street and Pine Boulevard, where the veterans host the Veterans Day ceremony. Main Street, Cooperstown. (607) 547-8282. VETERANS –…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Arts & Crafts at the Major’s Inn HOLIDAY—10 a.m. to 4 p.m. “Annual Holiday Bazaar.” Includes handcrafted items, decorations, vintage pieces, baked goods, more. Lunch of homemade soups and desert served at 11. Proceeds benefit restoration and maintenance of historic building. The Major’s Inn, 118 Marion Avenue, Gilbertsville. (607) 783-2393 or visit https://www.themajorsinn.com/ FOOD DRIVE—Through 11/20. Donate non-perishable food, personal hygiene products, laundry detergent and diapers to the Cooperstown Food Pantry. Collection bins are located inside…
THIS WEEK’S NEWSPAPERS The Freeman’s Journal • Hometown Oneonta November 9, 2023 Front Page Coalition Calls for Rethinking of Energy Plan Festival Turns 11 This Year Keeping Up With Tradition DOT Solicits Roundabout Feedback Star of Horror Film Cult Classic Returns To Make New Movie Inside Veterans Resource Fair, Tribute Concert Scheduled for Nov. 12 Around the Towns Coffee Shop Seeks To Promote Sense of Community in Morris Musicians To Present Salute to Vets Environmental Strategist To Give Talk Higgins,…
Veterans Day has a long and substantial history. It was first celebrated as Armistice Day, the day that the warring nations of America and Europe agreed on an armistice, a temporary cessation of hostilities, that brought World War I—the Great War, the war to end all wars, the bloodiest conflict so far in all of humankind’s bloody history, with more than 8.5 million military casualties...…
The local admission-free concert is designed to honor veterans of all years and branches, and the event is open to the public. The program includes the “Armed Forces Salute,” during which veterans are asked to stand and be recognized when their military branch theme is played.…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1 Knit A Chunky Lap Blanket with the Huntington Memorial Library ART WORKSHOP—5:30-7:30 p.m. Get comfy and make a chunky blanket with only the fingers. Registration required. Huntington Memorial Library, 62 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-1980 or visit https://hmloneonta.org/adult-programs/ VETERANS—10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. “Veterans Resource Fair,” featuring door prizes, giveaways, lunch, vendors, haircuts and fun for all. Reservations encouraged. Elks Lodge, 104 River Street, Sidney. (607) 563-2175.…
This letter is written in enthusiastic support of MacGuire Benton’s candidacy for Otsego County clerk. I have known MacGuire Benton for a number of years and have always found him to be incredibly focused on results, dedicated to our community and, above all, tireless in his work ethic.…
The Village of Milford is participating in Operation Green Light for Veterans. Starting on Monday, October 23, residents and business owners can receive free green light bulbs at the Village Offices until supplies are depleted.…
