In Memoriam Lee Carlton Winnie, 75 Oct. 25, 1946 – Mar. 17, 2022 FLY CREEK – Lee Carlton Winnie died peacefully on Thursday, March 17, 2022 at his home in Fly Creek, surrounded by his loving wife of nearly 40 years and his two sons. He was 75 years old. Lee was born October 25, 1946 in Cooperstown, the son of Ernest and Gerda (Christiansen) Winnie. He graduated from Cooperstown Central School in the Class of 1965. After graduating high…
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CCS juniors and seniors stage “Puffs” this weekend Cooperstown Central School presents the junior/senior play “Puffs” this weekend – a ‘clever and inventive play that never goes more than a minute without a laugh,’ says Nerdist. The show presents “a new look at a familiar adventure from the perspective of three potential heroes just trying to make it through a magic school that proves to be very dangerous for children.” Alongside them are the Puffs, a group of well-meaning, loyal…
THIS WEEK’S NEWSPAPERS The Freeman’s Journal • Hometown Oneonta March 10, 2022 PHOTO OF THE WEEK FRONT PAGE Cooperstown Central enlists MMA champ, Iraq war vet in anti-bullying strategy Inside The Paper Rep. Delgado brings SBA head to Cooperstown for tour, talks Richfield Springs ready to build youth sports complex Otego geologist shares his views on an Interstate sign’s misnomer ‘Eva Coo’ feature on track for fall release Sonny Landreth, Cindy Cashdollar set Otesaga Concert Date Green Cow still open,…
Taking on the bullies Editorial: March 10, 2022 You have to start somewhere. We will admit to some heavy-duty skepticism when this newspaper received a press release last week announcing three days of anti-bullying assemblies and break-out sessions at Cooperstown Central School. It all sounded rather gimmicky – “a student empowerment and empathy activation team” calling itself “Sweethearts & Heroes” and co-founded by a Cooperstown High alum, Tom Murphy. Students participating in “Circle,” which, said the release, is “based…
CCS bully battle engages ‘Sweethearts’ Duo delivers message they’ve shared with 2 million nationwide Cooperstown High Alum Tom Murphy, left, and Iraq War vet Rick Yarosh, right, flank CCS Junior / Senior High Assistant Principal Amy Malcuria after a March 7 interactive anti-bullying assembly. The lights went out in Cooperstown High School’s Sterling Auditorium on the afternoon of March 7, not long after sophomores, juniors, and seniors had filed in for an afternoon assembly. The video screen went live…
In Memoriam Gladys J. Graham, 84 June 2, 1937 – Feb. 14, 2022 HAMILTON – On February 14, 2022, Gladys Jane Butler Graham, 84, died peacefully in her home surrounded by her family. She was a woman of deep faith and rich in love, a love she shared with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, all of whom will miss her dearly. Gladys was born in Westford, NY on June 2, 1937 to Gladys Elsie Austin and John Percy Butler.…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Author discusses ‘School Lunch: Unpacking Our Shared Stories’ SUNDAY SPEAKER – 3 – 4 p.m. Lucy Schaeffer, CCS alumna and author, will speak about her new book, ‘School Lunch: Unpacking Our Shared Stories.’ Registration required. Presented by The Friends of the Village Library of Cooperstown. Visit fovl.eventbrite.com…
THIS WEEK’S NEWSPAPERS The Freeman’s Journal • Hometown Oneonta February 10, 2022 PHOTO OF THE WEEK FRONT PAGE Cooperstown Central plots anti-racism strategy, addresses complaints Doubleday renovations on track for June finish Inside The Paper State says ‘no’ to gifting pot Not a day over 27 Fate of James Fenimore Cooper murals rests with Westchester school board Glimmerglass Festival names three ‘Honorary Life Trustees’ Cooperstown costume pro voting on top film awards Perspectives Editorial District Attorney right on bail, discovery…
Cooperstown Central plots anti-racism strategy, addresses complaints Cooperstown Central School Superintendent Sarah Spross says she and the district’s Board of Education are moving quickly to address student-raised complaints about bullying and racism on school grounds as they investigate complaints parents have raised about school leadership. “Any complaint that has been brought to my attention has been investigated,” Ms. Spross said. “Personnel matters at any level demand complete confidentiality. We know people want immediate action or an immediate response whenever a…
Cooperstown Thespians to perform ‘The Phantom Tollbooth Jr.’ this weekend The Cooperstown Central School Thespians hit the stage this weekend for “The Phantom Tollbooth Jr.” – this year’s Junior High School Musical. Performances take place Friday, January 21 at 7 p.m., Saturday, January 22 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, January 23 at 2 p.m. in Cooperstown High School’s N.J. Sterling Auditorium. COVID restrictions require patrons to reserve tickets in advance to be guaranteed a seat; protocol requires all audience members…