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Fenimore Farm Stone Barn Featured in New Book

Written by Dr. Robert Kroeger, this text is the first of a two-volume series exploring the expansive history behind notable stone barns across the United States. Featuring barns and historical accounts from more than 20 states, “Stone Barns of America” is a passion project of epic proportions.…
October 2, 2025
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In Memoriam: Adele Louise Johnson

Adele Louise (Merkle) Johnson, a local artist and former librarian, died on Labor Day, September 1, 2025, at her retirement community home in Concord, New Hampshire. She was 87 years old. Born August 4, 1938 in Port Chester, New York, she was the daughter of Robert R. Merkle and Marie L. Merkle. Her childhood was spent in Twin Falls, Idaho, and Teaneck, New Jersey, and she graduated from Teaneck High School.…
September 15, 2025
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In Memoriam Maria Tripp, 86 February 15, 1937 – May 9, 2023

In Memoriam Maria Tripp, 86 February 15, 1937 – May 9, 2023 COOPERSTOWN—With the love of her husband, Wendell, her family, and her many friends in her heart, Maria Tripp of Cooperstown passed away at Bassett Hospital on May 9 after a brief illness. She leaves a robust legacy of love, kindness and affection that will live on through all who knew her. Maria was born to Hector and Popi Kontinou on February 15, 1937 in Athens, Greece. She endured…
May 16, 2023
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In Memoriam Doris E. Reiss, 88 Partner Reiss Car Wash

In Memoriam Doris E. Reiss, 88 Partner Reiss Car Wash COOPERSTOWN – Doris Elaine Reiss of Cooperstown passed away peacefully at home January 1, 2022, with her beloved husband Howard at her bedside. She was born in 1933, in Wilkes-Barre, PA, to Mildred (Ritts) and Louis Fredericks. They moved to the Mohawk Valley where she attended Mohawk and Ilion schools. Doris was employed at the New York State Historical Association as the personal secretary for Dr. Louis C. Jones.…
January 31, 2022
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HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SUNDAY, DEC. 4

HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SUNDAY, DEC. 4 Signs Of The Season Everywhere In County To Learn How You Can Help Area Families This Holiday Season CLICK HERE. HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR – 9 a.m.-2 p.m. featuring quality, handmade crafts by local and regional crafters. Free admission. Hunt Union Ballroom, SUNY Oneonta, 108 Ravine pkwy, Oneonta. FESTIVAL OF TREES – Noon-4 p.m. Holiday Tree and Gift Raffles. Allso collecting Toys for Tots and non-perishable food donations. Glimmerglass State Park, 1527 Co. Hwy. 31, Cooperstown. Info,…
December 4, 2016

PUTTING THE COMMUNITY BACK INTO THE NEWSPAPER

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