from MELISSA NICOSIA Environmentalist Davies Sought To Make City Greener To the Editor: As outgoing city councilwoman for Oneonta’s Second Ward, it is my privilege to endorse Dr. Mark Davies for the Ward 2 Common Council seat in the upcoming primary election on Tuesday, June 25. Mark has been a city resident for 17 years. He is employed as a Hartwick College professor of education, and is coordinator of the environment, sustainability and society major there. On a personal note,…
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HOMETOWN HISTORY June 14, 2019 150 YEARS AGO Fatal Accident – William Beach, a man about 70 years of age, was instantly killed by the locomotive of the evening train west, on Saturday last, at a creek crossing near Wells Bridge. He was discovered in the act of crawling across the bridge, and it is supposed was intoxicated. He was seen too late to stop the train, and so terrible was the blow that he fell dead between the timbers…
THINGS TO DO Something For Every Dad, From Lumberjack To Daddy-O Show Dad how much you care with whirring chainsaws, enormous hacksaws, a rodeo, live music and more outdoorsy fun at the annual Lumberjack Fest. Friday-Sunday, June 14-16, Alden Field, Cherry Valley. Info, full schedule, www.cherry-valleyoutdoorgames.com • Think your dad rocks? Check out two events themed around the “Herb Ritts: The Rock Portraits” exhibit at The Fenimore Art Museum this weekend. On Friday, catch a screening of Jamie Foxx in…
IN MEMORIAM: Sheila J. Martin, 87; Ran Star Restaurant ONEONTA — Sheila J (Blanchard) Martin, 87, the former owner of the Star Restaurant and a manager at the Woolworth’s Health Bar, passed away on June 9, 2019 at AO Fox Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born August 8, 1931 to Adrian and Wilhemina (Bushnell) Blanchard in Oneonta, NY. Sheila met William L. Martin, the love of her life, at a local soda shop at the age of…
Renovations Completed, $5 Specials Announced At Southside Mall Cinema ONEONTA – The Oneonta Entertainment Corp. today announced the completion of a year-long renovation of the Southside Mall Cinema, and new pricing structure. Improvements include installation of plush, fully reclining chairs featuring a powered push button recline mechanism to maximize leg room. The lobby has been expanded, and a new concession stand installed. Tickets for movies starting before noon will now be $5, and all tickets will be $5 on Tuesdays. …
UU Society Rededicates ‘Black Lives Matter’ Flag…
‘Broadway Revealed’ At Hartwick’s Foreman Irene Weinburg, Oneonta, above, enjoys an in-depth panoramic look into the workshops, offices and stages of Broadway in some of the 113 works in “Broadway Revealed: Behind the Theater Curtain” by photographer Stephen Joseph now on display at Hartwick College’s Foreman Gallery. At right, Stephen Joseph, Hartwick President Margaret Drugovich and Sophie Richardson, Oneonta, enjoy conversation amidst the many images after the opening day crowds have died down. A 90-minute tour of the exhibit and…
Kaytee Shue Announces Fourth Ward Candidacy ONEONTA – Katherine (Kaytee) Lipari Shue, a long-time resident of Oneonta’s Center City neighborhood, has announced her candidacy for Common Council member representing the Fourth Ward. “I’m looking forward to raising my son in the Fourth Ward and sending him to city schools,” she said. “It’s my priority to support legislation which will foster a positive community experience for all residents of the neighborhood.” A Democrat, she will face Jerid Goss in the Democratic…
Compassionate Friends Striving To Ready Garden By Graduation To complete the work begun by a work party today, Compassionate Friends of the Oneonta has scheduled a second work day for 10 a.m. Saturday, June 22, to plant and clean the Memorial Garden behind Oneonta High School in time for the next weekend’s graduation. Weeding here are Diana Friedell and Michael Haehnel, who worked with the OHS Class of 2002 to build the Memorial Garden, and with the Class of 2004…
IN MEMORIAM: John H. Lance Sr., 92; WWII Vet, Former Fireman, Electrician ONEONTA – John H. Lance, Sr. 92, of Oneonta, a World War II veteran and 15-year member of the Oneonta Fire Department, entered into eternal life on Monday, June 3, 2019 at home, with his wife Darlene by his side. He was born on Oct. 9, 1926 in Parshall Hospital, Oneonta, the son of Harry and Mary (Forte) Lance. He graduated from St. Mary’s School.…
