James Michael Leonardo, age 69, of Souderton, PA, died July 19, 2024 from lymphoma. A medical oncologist for 31 years, Jim took particular pleasure in learning about his patients—not just their illnesses, but their families, jobs and hobbies.…
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I want to thank Stacie Haynes for a thought-provoking article in “News From the Noteworthy” in the edition of October 5, 2023. The value of human-animal bonds and the positive impact of an animal family member’s company is priceless.…
Averill Road Activity COOPERSTOWN—Not much has happened at the Village of Cooperstown Averill Road site since April 6, when Madison County Supreme Court Justice Hon. Patrick J. O’Sullivan ruled the Templeton Foundation could proceed with geotechnical testing contingent upon New York State Department of Environmental Conservation compliance. Today, however, there were workers on-site chipping brush and branches, and hauling lumber from the property. Templeton’s proposed housing project, which has been the subject of two lawsuits to date, is intended for…
Coop Mayor Launching Welcome Initiative Tomorrow COOPERSTOWN—“Welcome Home Cooperstown,” a new initiative from Cooperstown Mayor Ellen Tillapaugh, will kick off a series of monthly meet and greets on Tuesday, May 2 from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Village Hall at 22 Main Street. The goal is to welcome area newcomers, assist them in building connections to established residents and institutions, and encourage them to make Cooperstown their permanent home. Information about community events will be available and refreshments will be served. All members of…
In Memoriam Joanne E. Wilms 1944-2023 MT. VISION—Joanne E. Wilms, 79, of Mt. Vision, died on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at home. She was a caring person who brought joy to many people through her flowers and kindness. Joanne was born on March 25, 1944 in Oneonta, the daughter of Leslie and Mable (Joselyn) Frazier. Joanne owned and operated Mt. Vision Garden Center for many years. She enjoyed flowers and spending time with her family.…
Letter from Diane Gallo Will FoxCare Fitness Be a COVID Fatality? Several months ago, I began taking weekly strength-building sessions with a FoxCare Fitness trainer. He’s so professional and so good and I saw results quickly. I immediately understood how the fitness center benefits the Oneonta community. Seniors meet there to exercise, keep fit, and also create the connections that combat loneliness and depression—serious medical and mental health issues. The one place you can have an exercise program and a…
Letter from Ben Aldridge Reminder To Bassett: ‘Do No Harm’ I’m a long-time area resident and, for the past two-plus years, a FoxCare Fitness member. FF is a unique, thriving presence in area healthcare and well-being. “Do no harm” has been a foundational concept of healthcare for 2,500 years, and I’m confident it underlies Bassett’s mission. Closing or otherwise compromising FF will clearly do harm to hundreds of people—people who, like me, are not only more healthy owing to their…
Life in the Time of COVID by Dr. Richard Sternberg FoxCare Fitness Closing Makes Sense First and foremost, let me say that the views in this column are mine and mine alone. They do not necessarily represent the views of this newspaper and information service. Two weeks ago, I was away at the annual meeting of my medical specialty society. I suppose I was just trying to keep my hand in, even though I have been retired for eight years.…
Ibrahim Named ‘Rural Hospital CEO to Know’ COOPERSTOWN Dr. Tommy Ibrahim, president and chief executive officer of Bassett Healthcare Network, has been named to a select list of esteemed healthcare industry professionals profiled in the “Becker’s Hospital Review” article titled “80 Rural Hospital CEOs to Know 2023.” As noted in the article: “Rural hospitals are critical to the success of the U.S. healthcare system to expand access to care in remote areas. CEOs at the helm of these important community…
Guest Editorial by Anne Donovan Keep FoxCare Fitness Open, Please The closure of FoxCare Fitness gym is ill-advised and unwarranted. Denying about 750 members from looking after their own health by exercising and thereby practicing “preventative care” at the gym is irresponsible. Many of these members are following up after cardio and physio therapy. This gym has been open for 24 years and no is the time to encourage a way forward again. COVID times have been tough on all…