Local officials see rise in new voters
Hundreds of people, including many area college students, have been registering to vote in this year’s presidential contest, local elections officials and others said Tuesday.
Grand jury to hear Walton murder case
The woman accused of murdering her father in his Walton home last year appeared in Walton Village Court for a felony hearing Tuesday morning, and the justice ruled that the case will be presented to a grand jury.
Oneonta properties receive Merit awards
Hard work and patience may be key to landing a Property of Merit award, and, for 2004 anyway, a dose of the divine seemed to helped too.
Delaware County still not declared a disaster area
Delaware County officials said Tuesday they are unhappy New York state has not been designated a federal disaster area in the wake of damage caused by the remnants of Hurricane Ivan on Sept. 18.
Former director returns as M-ARK chief
A former director is returning to take over the helm of the M-ARK Project, according to Doug Reeser, M-ARK Project president.
Otsego collects more hazardous waste
More people than ever got rid of toxic materials at Otsego County’s annual hazardous waste collection day, held Sept. 11 in Oneonta, said Terry Bliss, the county’s solid waste coordinator.
Bassett offers home dialysis
ONEONTA - For nearly two decades, Deena Dwyer has had a routine that took her to the hospital three times a week.
Boehlert’s surgery is successful
Rep. Sherwood Boehlert, R-New Hartford, was resting comfortably after heart bypass surgery Monday at a Bethesda, Md., hospital and is likely to return to his office at the end of October, his spokesman said.
50-year residents named Mr. and Mrs. Oneonta
ONEONTA - This September was a noteworthy time for Oneonta couple David and Lois Brenner: The pair celebrated 50 years of marriage earlier this month, in addition to their 50 years in Oneonta.
Deadline for bar owners is Nov. 3
Bar owners have a little more than a month to draft a proposal to quash drinking-related violence and underage drinking while proving they are keeping their patrons safe.
Woman charged with larceny
A Cherry Valley woman was arraigned on a sealed indictment Friday for allegedly stealing more than $50,000 from Volkswagen of Oneonta, Delaware County District Attorney Richard Northrup said.
A fine line between Afton, B-G districts
While her friends started school earlier this month, a teen whose house lies in both Bainbridge and Afton awaits a ruling by state officials to find out where she will be attending classes this year.
DEC to test Bainbridge site for contamination
The state Department of Environmental Conservation and the federal Environmental Protection Agency are still sorting out a soil-testing schedule at a paint site in Bainbridge, a DEC spokeswoman said Monday.
Fight investigation stalled, police say
An investigation by city police into a Sept. 14 fight at Hartwick College has dead-ended with both parties considered victims and suspects.
DEC: Horse not killed by cougar
Despite suspicions of local residents, there is no evidence that a horse that was found mauled in Laurens last week was killed by a cougar, a state environmental official said Monday.
September 27, 2004
Costs for school lunch go up
The start of the school year has brought higher prices in some cafeterias, while others are able to hold the line on price increases for now, those involved with the programs said.
Woman faces rape charge
A Pennsylvania woman has been brought back to Delaware County after being charged with raping a child, Delaware County sheriff’s deputies said.
First black Army nurse to be honored
On Saturday, retired Maj. Nancy Leftenant-Colon of Amityville, Long Island, will attend the Hartwick College United States Colored Troops Institute annual dinner to receive recognition as the first African-American in the regular Army Nurse Corps during World War II.
Websites reveal political contributions
Finding out where political candidates get the cash for their commercials is easier than ever, thanks to websites created by organizations that collect the information.
Missing 12-year-old found alive and healthy
A 12-year-old boy, missing since Thursday night, was found alive and healthy Friday morning about a quarter-mile from his New Lisbon home.
Grant supports book of memories
DELHI - Delaware County students, residents and senior citizens will have an opportunity to enjoy Mary Jane Henderson’s book "Forget Me Not: An Album of Memories," thanks to a grant from the Delta Kappa Gamma Education Foundation.
Delaware board meets to iscuss issues with DEP
DELHI - The Delaware County Board of Supervisors met in executive session for an hour and a half Wednesday to discuss possible litigation over what it called the New York City Department of Environmental Protection’s manipulation of Watershed rules, regulations and other issues.
Boehlert to have bypass surgery
Rep. Sherwood Boehlert, R-New Hartford, is scheduled to undergo coronary artery bypass surgery Monday.
Guilford man dies in car crash
Aaron Casey, who died in a one-car accident early Friday morning in Bainbridge, loved people, his father, John Casey, said.
Hobart church to celebrate 175th anniversary
The newly restored stained-glass windows will be the centerpiece of the Hobart Presbyterian Church’s 175th anniversary Saturday and Sunday, according to Wallace Rich, a member of the church.
Railway, village police arrest 16 for trespassing
COBLESKILL - In a sweep of Canadian Pacific Railway property Thursday and Friday, Cobleskill Village Police and CP Railway Police charged 16 people with trespassing.
Area Republican: Internet changing political landscape
Clarence Rappleyea of New Berlin, former New York Assembly minority leader, said Friday he was surprised how much information about campaign contributions is posted on the Internet, but feels "unashamed about supporting good causes."
Time Warner Cable cuts radio service
A few area radio listeners and a nearby station executive are voicing a sense of loss after a decision by Time Warner Cable of Binghamton to cut a service that brought radio stations to areas otherwise cut off from station signals.
Murder suspect awaits hearing
WALTON - A former Walton woman who authorities suspect smothered her father 15 months ago appeared Thursday in Walton Village Court for a late-night arraignment.
Report questions man’s threat
WNBC.com, the website of Channel 4 in New York City, reported Thursday night that an arrest warrant against a Bainbridge man has been withdrawn. Local sources could not confirm this.
United Way campaign begins
ONEONTA - The United Way of Delaware and Otsego Counties kicked off its 2004 campaign at the National Soccer Hall of Fame in Oneonta on Thursday afternoon.
Pataki requests disaster aid for flood-damaged counties
ALBANY - For the second time this week, Gov. George Pataki formally requested a federal disaster declaration for counties pounded in recent weeks by torrential rain, making them eligible for federal grants and low-interest loans.
Students gather to remember ’blacklist’
ONEONTA - Students who weren’t even 10 years old during the infamous September 1992 "blacklist" interrogation listened intently Thursday as those who were involved warned them to never forget.
Jefferson superintendent gives resignation to board
After serving in the position for 21 years, Jefferson Central School Superintendent Edward Roche recently gave his resignation to the school’s board of education. It is effective after the current school year ends.
Woman charged with murder of father
More than 15 months after what was deemed a natural death of a 95-year-old Walton man, his daughter, Colby Anne Thompson, was charged Wednesday with his murder.
Search still on for area man
Authorities remained tight-lipped Wednesday about the case involving Lawrence Ward, 57, of Bainbridge.
Cider mill celebrates fall with Applefest
FLY CREEK - This weekend, the first of fall, people will flock to the Fly Creek Cider Mill for Applefest, a tradition that goes back more than two decades.
Cooperstown B&B owners seek to change to hotel
Pete and Jennifer Landers, owners of a bed-and-breakfast in the village of Cooperstown, are seeking a special permit to convert the establishment to a hotel.
If granted, this change in legal status would allow the Landers to live away from the premises of the Landmark Inn, their B&B on Chestnut Street.
Delaware board receives update on Ivan damage
The Delaware County Board of Supervisors got an update on the destruction caused by the remnants of Hurricane Ivan at its regular meeting Wednesday.
Daily Star writers receive awards
Two Daily Star journalists won awards in the New York State Associated Press Association competition for work published in 2003-04.
Area man sought by Secret Service
A Bainbridge man is wanted by the U.S. Secret Service for threats against President Bush and Democratic challenger Sen. John Kerry, sources familiar with the case said Tuesday.
Downsville family recalls evacuation
A dank, musty smell permeated the air, and water pumps throbbed in the background as residents of Depot Street in Downsville worked Tuesday to salvage what they could from their flood-ravaged homes.
State emergency workers assess damage
Shattered camping trailers, some wrapped around trees and others rolled on their sides, were a grim reminder of the power of the water that swept down the East Branch of the Delaware River on Saturday.
Hartwick College adds 10 members to Board of Trustees
ONEONTA - Hartwick College has appointed 10 trustees to its board during the past year, and eight trustees have completed their terms, college officials said recently.
Assembly Republicans explain override failures
ALBANY - Assemblyman Cliff Crouch, like many of his 41 other Republican colleagues who headed into Albany’s statehouse Monday, promised his constituents he’d vote to restore funds Gov. George Pataki slashed from the budget last month.
Area News Briefs
STAMFORD - State police in Margaretville charged two boys Tuesday in connection with massive vandalism in a Stamford cemetery Aug. 9.
Fox patients’ records to go electronic
ONEONTA - How providers use and maintain charts at A.O. Fox Memorial Hospital will soon change with the implementation of a new electronic medical records project, administrators said Monday.
Quindlen speaks at Bassett luncheon
Patients want health care that excels technically and has a human side to it, said author Anna Quindlen, 51, a guest speaker Monday at a luncheon sponsored by Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital.
Area butcher wins award in Germany
Butcher Joe Leonard of South Edmeston went to an international butchers’ competition a few months ago and came back with a world cup.
Chenango arts council to present two exhibits
The Chenango County Council of the Arts in Norwich will play host to the opening reception of the Joseph Lindsley and Marian Simpson exhibits from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday.
Works of Dempsey, Sharpe to open season at SUCO
The Fine Arts Gallery of the State University College at Oneonta opens its exhibition season with the exhibit, "DUET: John Dempsey and Yolanda Sharpe." This exhibit features paintings, drawings and photo transfers.
Delaware drenched by flooding
No one anticipated the floods that swept over Delaware County and other areas Saturday, various officials said Sunday.
More technology coming to library
Milford Central School students and community members are expected to benefit from a $150,000 grant to enhance the school’s library media center, school officials said.
Walking for recovery
Nearly three dozen people took to the streets Sunday to help an area organization raise money for a place to call its own.
Delhi soccer team to help fight diseases
The State University College of Technology at Delhi’s women’s soccer team is launching a campaign today to raise funds and promote awareness about Crohn’s disease and colitis.
Gender wage gap widens, report says
Any woman who ever looked at a pay stub, sighed and muttered "It’s a man’s world," had those feelings affirmed by the U.S. Census Bureau last month.
Harvest Festival comes to The Farmers’ Museum
As days get shorter and nights get cooler, the bounty of the harvest has been celebrated every year since the late 1970s by The Farmers’ Museum in Cooperstown.
Area could be affected by Ivan, officials say
Even as Hurricane Ivan tormented the southeast United States, the local region was set to experience the hurricane’s rains Friday and Saturday.
Man, 27, accused of raping teen from New Berlin
A Liverpool man has been accused of sending sexually explicit photographs of himself to a 15-year-old New Berlin girl, then raping her early this month.
Delhi court to be discussed Monday
DELHI - The Delhi Village Board voted Aug. 16 to dissolve the village court as of April 1, but the issue will be back on the agenda at Monday’s village board meeting, Mayor David Truscott said Friday.
District attorney receives permission to file formal appeal
DELHI - Delaware County District Attorney Richard Northrup said Friday that he received approval to file a formal appeal on the question of the New York City Department of Environmental Protection’s jurisdiction to the highest court in the state.
Delaware River walk set in Delhi
DELHI - A walk along the stretch of the West Branch of the Delaware River that runs through the village of Delhi will begin at 5:15 p.m. Wednesday for participants to discuss creating new trails and river access.
Rep. wants Otsego Manor occupied by Nov.
COOPERSTOWN - Plans now call for occupying Otsego Manor, the county’s new nursing home, by November, said Rep. Sam Dubben, R-Middlefield, chairman of the county’s Meadows Committee.
Yoga and mediation society to hold first meeting at SUCO
ONEONTA-The Yoga and Meditation Society for the Scientific Study of Spirituality will have its inaugural meeting at the State University College at Oneonta at 4 p.m. Wednesday.
Hospital to get help from state
SIDNEY - The Hospital is one step closer to fiscal solvency and survival, thanks to grant money from the state Senate.
Town’s school taxes soaring
COOPERSTOWN - Some Middlefield residents are paying sharply higher school taxes this year, and they’re upset about it.
Quilters patch together past
TROUT CREEK – Six old friends who attended a rural one-room schoolhouse during the 1930s and 40s decided to go back to school on a regular basis, but it had nothing to do with education.
Official: Cortland, Delaware boards have same problem
As the Delaware County Board of Supervisors grapples with removing duties from elected Treasurer Beverly Shields and assigning them to employees in the areas of accounting and information technology, nearby Cortland County has proposed replacing its elected treasurer with a hired comptroller.
Memory Walk to raise money and awareness for Alzheimer’s disease
The Alzheimer’s Association’s 2004 Memory Walk for Alzheimer’s disease will be held Saturday at St. Mary’s Catholic School, Route 7, Oneonta. The annual event raises awareness and funds to support local programs for people with Alzheimer’s disease, their families and caregivers.
Teen group helps improve Wilber Park
ONEONTA - Joggers and nature lovers might notice a few changes in Wilber Park: it’s quiet, the number of footbridges has tripled and the benches have quadrupled.
Oneonta event on Sunday to mark Recovery Month
ONEONTA - For many, September is a time for heading back to school, barbecuing, raking leaves and enjoying last-minute warm weather before the cold winter hits.
This month also marks the 15th annual observance of Recovery Month, a nationwide drive that focuses on the struggles of alcoholism and drug addiction.
War re-enactment set in Milford
MILFORD - A Revolutionary War re-enactment and encampment will be held Saturday and Sunday on the grounds of Wood Bull Antiques, state Route 28, Milford.
Speaker: Bullying can be stopped
ONEONTA - Getting tormented at school on a regular basis feels normal for some students, but it shouldn’t, a psychologist from Cornell University said Wednesday.
Democratic nominee for Congress vows to take high road
Jeff Miller, Democratic nominee for the 24th Congressional District seat, said Wednesday he isn’t surprised that incumbent Rep. Sherwood Boehlert, R-New Hartford, defeated Dr. David Walrath of Auburn in Tuesday’s Republican primary.
Area couple receives Delaware award
Harold and Alice Fraser were named 2004 Senior Citizens of the Year at the Delaware County Senior Council annual meeting Monday, said Thomas Briggs, county Office for the Aging director.
Oneonta bar owners, city police settle conflict
A rift between city police and bar owners has been resolved, and officials said Wednesday they are confident officers and bar staff will continue cooperating in the fight against downtown violence.
Kelly sets sights on Nov. election, Rep. Sweeney
Democrat Doris Kelly of Hyde Park, a retired elementary school teacher, said she believes she can beat three-term Congressman John Sweeney, R-Clifton Park, in the 20th Congressional District race.
Cobleskill Tech to hold ribbon-cuttings
A ribbon-cutting for the new Cobleskill Campus Child Care Center will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday. After that event, guests may go across the State University College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill campus for a ribbon-cutting for the addition to the Bouck Hall Student Union at 3 p.m.
Board works out details of new department
The Delaware County Board of Supervisors met in a special session Wednesday to continue to fine-tune the newly created Fiscal Affairs Department. The department was set up Sept. 8 to assume the accounting responsibilities of the Delaware County treasurer’s office.
Consultant hired for superintendent search in Oneonta
The Oneonta City School District Board of Education took the first step toward finding a new superintendent for next year by hiring a consultant to help with the search.
Boehlert takes GOP primary
Incumbent Republican Rep. Sherwood Boehlert of New Hartford cruised to victory in Tuesday’s primary, beating Dr. David Walrath of Auburn by more than 5,000 votes in unofficial results.
Kelly will meet Sweeney in 20th Congressional District
On Tuesday, Democratic voters in the 20th Congressional District, which includes eastern Otsego County and most of Delaware County, chose Doris Kelly, a retired elementary school teacher, to run against incumbent Rep. John Sweeney of Clifton Park.
Area SUNY schools see increase in enrollment
Driven by increases at technology and community colleges, the state university system’s enrollment reached record levels this year, university officials said Tuesday.
Emergency squad to mark anniversary
Fifty years of helping the Franklin community will be celebrated Saturday when the Franklin Emergency Squad holds an open house at the fire house on Main Street.
Festivities will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., said 1st Lt. Joan Cronauer on Tuesday.
Laguna wins Democratic primary in Otsego
ONEONTA - Both Democratic candidates in the primary for the Otsego County Board of Representative’s District 13 seat expressed surprise at Tuesday night’s vote totals.
STOP-DWI post in Delaware open after resignation
DELHI - Delaware County has been without a STOP-DWI coordinator since Jason Stanton resigned effective Sept. 3 to take a position with the Margaretville Telephone Co.
Bassett gets grants for farm program
Arduous labor could be safer for migrant and seasonal farmworkers throughout the United States, thanks to grants that a center at Bassett Healthcare recently received.
Judge: Risk of horseback riding won’t excuse negligence
ALBANY (AP) - A federal judge has ruled the inherent risk of horseback riding and a signed liability waiver don’t automatically excuse an upstate resort from liability for the injuries suffered by a girl who fell off a horse.
September 14, 2004
Reactions mixed after end of ban
With the federal ban on assault weapons having expired Monday, area residents and officials offered their opinions on the situation.
Primary polls set to open at noon
Many area residents have a primary contest today, depending on their party affiliation and where they live.
Area student attends ’tremendous’ forum
A 17-year-old Hancock Central School student who attended the National Youth Leadership Forum on Technology said the experience was awe-inspiring.
Silver Creek zoning draft reviewed
City legislators, along with opponents and an advocate of a proposed Spruce Street area condominium complex, reviewed a zoning draft Monday that could allow the development to go forward.
Area News Briefs
ONEONTA - City police said Monday they were investigating a complaint about a man showering in the women’s locker room at Hartwick College.
2 area schools notify parents of addresses of sex offenders
With the start of school, notices were sent to parents of school-age children at Unatego and Gilbertsville-Mount Upton central schools that a Level 3 sex offender was living in or near their district.
GOP voters to see rematch
After months of bitter campaigning in the 24th Congressional District, incumbent Republican Sherwood Boehlert of New Hartford will face Republican challenger Dr. David Walrath of Auburn in Tuesday’s Republican primary.
Dems to pick in 20th district
Democratic voters in the 20th Congressional District, which includes eastern Otsego County and most of Delaware County, will have a chance Tuesday to choose a nominee to face three-term incumbent Republican Rep. John Sweeney of Clifton Park.
Cub Scouts win prize for picture of their good deed
WALTON - A photo of Walton Cub Scout Pack 45 standing behind the debris they retrieved from the West Branch of the Delaware River won first place in a national photo contest.
Explorers help relieve firefighter shortages
On Sunday’s sunlit afternoon, it looked like rain was falling on Gilbertsville’s Spring Street as teenagers doused each other during a firematics competition.
Group appeals ruling that upheld sale of weather vane
Despite a court ruling saying the Butternut Valley Grange owns a highly contested weather vane, some Gilbertsville residents are pursuing an appeal to get it back.
The town of Butternuts and 49 residents have filed an appeal against Roger Halbert, Grange president, the local, state and national Granges, and Raymond Egan, who bought the weather vane.
3 years ago, lives were altered
Standing on the fringes of adulthood, some area high schoolers said the events of 9/11 have made them far more aware of U.S. and global politics than they otherwise would have been in their late teen years.
Milford car accident kills 2 area residents
Two people, one a State University College at Oneonta associate professor, died Friday afternoon after a two-car accident on state Route 28 in the town of Milford.
SUCO president says budget should be approved
The outlook is good for the budget at the State University College at Oneonta, college President Alan B. Donovan said at a forum on campus Friday.
State University trustees will meet Tuesday and are expected to approve funding for its schools, Donovan said.
West Nile virus found in alpaca in area county
Delaware County Public Health Nursing Service officials urged residents to eliminate breeding sites for mosquitoes after announcing Friday that an alpaca tested positive for the West Nile virus.
Release clarifies police policy
An Oneonta City Police memorandum regarding questioning of a resident was released by Mayor Kim Muller’s office Friday.
Library uses grant to provide access to medical database
The Sidney Memorial Library has taken its next step in helping people in Delaware County find accurate medical and health information on the Internet, library staff said Wednesday.
Treasurer to lose some job duties
DELHI - Delaware County Treasurer Beverly Shields has been stripped of a major portion of her responsibilities for the second time in less than two years.
Colorscape Chenango marks 10 creative years
NORWICH - Thousands of music and art lovers are expected to head to Norwich this weekend for the 10th annual Colorscape Chenango Arts Festival.
Sex offender arraigned in Oneonta court
ONEONTA - Kenneth R. House III, 34, of Utica, a convicted sex offender, was arraigned Sept. 3 in Oneonta City Court after he was charged with failing to register his new address.
Speakers oppose proposed watershed regulations
Between 40 and 50 people attended a public hearing Wednesday in Walton on proposed recreational-use regulation changes sought by the New York City Department of Environmental Protection.
Court Report
Steven R. Menzer pleaded guilty to one count of criminal contempt Sept. 2 in Butternuts Town Court, was fined $175 and given a one-year conditional discharge.
Dem candidates for Otsego board mainly agree at debate
ONEONTA - At a televised debate Wednesday night, Democratic candidates for the District 13 seat on the Otsego County Board of Representatives said they agreed on most issues.
Sheet vinyl to be installed at nursing home
PHOENIX MILLS - Sheet vinyl flooring will be installed at Otsego County’s new nursing home, even though the concrete has not dried sufficiently to meet requirements for a warranty, a county committee said Wednesday.
Delaware department heads discuss accounting system
DELHI - The Delaware County Board of Supervisors heard tales describing the new county accounting system as a nightmare from 12 department heads at its meeting Wednesday.
Board approves composting facility work schedule
DELHI - The Delaware County Board of Supervisors passed a resolution Wednesday approving a work schedule for the county’s composting facility, even though the facility will not be operational for several months.
Area News Briefs
WALTON - A tractor-trailer carrying heavy cream tipped over on its side early Wednesday morning on state Route 10 near the intersection of Bobs Brook Road in Walton, according to Walton Fire Chief Rocco Possemato.
Man: Police violated rights
ONEONTA - A retired professor told the Oneonta Common Council on Tuesday that he felt city police violated his rights Thursday after he made a loud-party complaint.
Dreams Park fined $250K
The Nature Conservancy and the Otsego County Land Trust are looking for sensitive land to acquire with the $250,000 fine that the Cooperstown Dreams Park must pay for filling in a wetland at its complex on state Route 28 in Hartwick.
4 area schools named to business honor roll
With the new school year getting under way, a state business advocacy group has recognized achievement at four area schools by compiling a list of the most-improved on state standardized tests.
Democratic Otsego board hopefuls to debate tonight
ONEONTA - With the primary between two Democratic candidates for the county’s District 13 seat less than a week away, and a televised debate planned tonight, the two men took sides Tuesday on issues.
Rain, possible floods from Frances in forecast
Even though former Hurricane Frances has weakened to a tropical depression, it could still have nasty effects on the region with rainfall this week, according to the National Weather Service.
Treasurer gives reply to critics in Delaware Co.
DELHI - Embattled Delaware County Treasurer Beverly Shields said in a prepared statement Tuesday that recent criticism of her office is the result of officials having trouble comprehending a new computer system.
Area News Briefs
WORCESTER - A tractor-trailer rollover on Interstate 88 on Saturday was blamed on the driver falling asleep, state police in Oneonta said.
Red Hat women top it off colorfully
DAVENPORT - Six area women who donned red and purple to go out to lunch in Davenport are part of a growing international women’s movement dedicated to fun and friendship.
MDA telethon raises $62,493
ONEONTA - Instead of picnicking or enjoying the last hours of freedom before a new school year began, some volunteers gave their time to help others this Labor Day.
For the 29th year, volunteers gathered in Oneonta to support the Jerry Lewis Muscular Dystrophy Association Telethon.
Hearing set on rec rules in watershed
Delaware County officials said they are opposed to permit requirements and hunting limitations in the proposed revisions to the Watershed recreation rules.
Candidates will appear at forums
Forums to meet Democratic candidates for local and state offices will be on Thursday and Friday in Davenport and Oneonta, respectively.
September 4, 2004
Trustee: ’Wick moving in right direction
Richard P. Miller Jr. is starting his second academic year at Hartwick College. He greeted freshman students this week and will see other students returning over the weekend, in time for the first day of classes Tuesday.
Area woman wins $777K on scratch-off
DELHI - A split-second decision to buy a lottery ticket Wednesday morning brought instant riches to a Bloomville woman’s life - but she has no plans for livin’ large.
Oneonta to help national MDA telethon
Entertainers including Elton John, Celine Dion and the Muppets will be taking to the airwaves as part of a Labor Day weekend tradition.
Arts and crafts fest held this weekend by Cooperstown group
Everything from homemade soap to blown glass will be on display this weekend as the Leatherstocking Brush and Pallette Club of Cooperstown presents its 38th Arts and Crafts Festival at the Clark Sports Center.
’Coffee and Cigarettes’ opens UCCCA’s FilmFest
The Upper Catskill Community Council of the Arts opens its fall FilmFest at 7 p.m. Tuesday with a showing of "Coffee and Cigarettes," directed by Jim Jarmusch.
League to sponsor debate
ONEONTA - The League of Women Voters of the Oneonta Area is sponsoring a primary debate between the two Democratic candidates for the District 13 seat on the Otsego County Board of Representatives.
LEAF director: Recovery center to be established
COOPERSTOWN - A center for people recovering from addictions to drugs and alcohol will be established in Oneonta, said Elizabeth Currier, executive director of the LEAF Council on Alcoholism and Addictions.
September 3, 2004
Events near the end for locals
Before President Bush arrived at the Republican National Convention at Madison Square Garden on Thursday, New York City crews ringed the arena with sanding trucks, Richard Devlin of Milford said.
Hurricanes ruin more than houses
We are now safely back in Oneonta; I had a call at 9 p.m. Wednesday evening that the island is on compulsory evacuation.
Camp Pharsalia may remain open despite Pataki veto
ALBANY - A minimum-security prison camp in Chenango County may remain open despite Gov. George Pataki’s veto of funding to save it, a prison official said Thursday.
Pastor: Education is key to changing the world
ONEONTA - College can be a character-building experience when students prepare to help make the United States - and the world - a better place to live, pastor of New York state’s first black Baptist church said Thursday.
Hartwick honors trustee
ONEONTA - Hartwick College honored Edward W. Stack, who served as a trustee, during convocation Thursday.
Protesters getting bolder, Milford volunteer says
Hundreds of protesters were arrested in New York City on Tuesday as people took to the streets to express their displeasure with the Bush administration, said Richard Devlin of Milford.
Otsego warns of increase in costs
Otsego County’s cost for Medicaid is likely to rise sharply next year, according to Rep. Michael Swiderski, R-Oneonta, chairman of the county’s Human Services Committee.
Sidney teachers plan wetland trail
Next year, Sidney students and residents will get to walk through the weeds and maybe come face-to-face with a frog, thanks to a grant the school received, people involved with the project said Wednesday.
Area gyms see boost in membership
ONEONTA - Even though the summer Olympics in Athens, Greece, ended Sunday, local gyms are still feeling some effects of the international event.
Milford resident meets Giuliani
Milford resident Richard J. Devlin met Rudolph Giuliani on Monday night as the former New York City mayor was entering Madison Square Garden.
Natural-gas line breaks
ONEONTA - Firefighters evacuated six houses Tuesday afternoon after contractors broke through a natural-gas line while digging without proper safety precautions in a housing development.
Opera volunteer honored for service
ONEONTA - Although Carol Robbins doesn’t make overtures about it, she’s been volunteering at Glimmerglass Opera almost since the first curtain rose.
Delaware asks for treasurer’s resignation
Delaware County Social Services Commissioner William Moon said Tuesday that he has asked county Treasurer Beverly Shields to resign Thursday.
Boehlert to face Walrath Sept. 14
Less than two weeks from today, incumbent Rep. Sherwood Boehlert, R-New Hartford, will face Dr. David Walrath, R-Auburn, in a rematch of the 2002 Republican primary.
Business beat: Walton store moving, changing name
The former Klinger Kawasaki is moving to a new house and changing its name.
Klinger Kawasaki is now Klinger Power Sports; it changed its name in August and plans to move to 33 West St. in Walton.
