Hospital to consider Fla. offer
Action on a plan for the future of The Hospital in Sidney was postponed Wednesday to allow its board of trustees time to consider an offer from a Florida company and other options, those involved said.
Bush evokes mixed emotions
Family members of soldiers and Marines who fought in Iraq offered a mixed reaction Wednesday to President Bush’s speech about the war.
Professional pianist records at area studio
The recording studio at the State University College at Oneonta has reached a zenith, with its first professionally produced recording featuring a concert pianist from Mexico, the chairman of the music department said Wednesday.
Witness, police say drowning leaves questions
ONEONTA - Oneonta state police have ruled the drowning death of Alex Gaudreau was accidental, but they said Wednesday that many questions remain.
Andes fire board weighs pensions for volunteers
A pension plan for the Andes Fire Department is being explored by the Andes Board of Fire Commissioners to encourage volunteers to join and remain active in the emergency squad and the fire department.
Prison guards can withhold illnesses
ALBANY - New York’s prison guards don’t have to provide their supervisors with details of their health problems after they take sick days, a federal court has ruled.
Senate OKs recreational use bill for watershed
A bill requiring New York City-owned lands in Delaware, Greene, Schoharie, Sullivan and Ulster counties be open to recreational purposes similar to those allowed on state-owned lands passed in the state Senate, said Sen. John Bonacic, R-Mount Hope.
Man accused of being fugitive
COOPERSTOWN - A 20-year-old Cooperstown man wanted in Nevada is being held at the Otsego County jail.
June 29, 2005
Decision on The Hospital expected tonight
The Hospital Board of Trustees is expected to approve a plan tonight to convert the Sidney facility to a new model of health-care services.
Six galleries to offer events for Artwalk
ONEONTA - The Upper Catskill Community Council of the Arts is inviting art lovers to take a downtown stroll Friday and view the creations of local artists.
Judge rules against part of treasurer’s lawsuit
A partial decision has been made in a lawsuit Delaware County Treasurer Beverly J. Shields filed Dec. 28 against the county and its board of supervisors over resolutions that took away portions of her job.
Bassett closing fitness center
Bassett Healthcare is closing its fitness center at Oneonta Specialty Services to make room for new services.
Shop owner pleads guilty to conspiracy
The owner of Pete Rose Collectibles in Cooperstown has pleaded guilty to a federal conspiracy charge in connection with a tax fraud scheme.
Police identify drowning victim
Oneonta state police have identified the 5-year-old who drowned at Gilbert Lake State Park on Sunday as Alex Gaudreau of Pittsfield.
Historical society honors 9-year-old
An Oneonta girl’s interest in a house nearly 190 years older than she is helped her win a history award from the Greater Oneonta Historical Society.
Witnesses: County officials ’fixed’ tickets
DELHI - A suspended Delaware County deputy had an opportunity to tell his side of the story at the continuation of a dismissal hearing Monday.
Main St. construction coming to close
ONEONTA - City officials and downtown merchants say the Main Street Project has not turned out to be as disruptive as was once feared.
Boy, 5, drowns in lake
LAURENS - A day at the beach turned tragic Sunday afternoon when a 5-year-old boy drowned while swimming at Gilbert Lake State Park.
OHS graduates 125 at commencement
On Saturday, Oneonta High School seniors, their friends and family gathered in the Charles A. Belden auditorium for the 136th annual commencement ceremony.
Cooperstown recognizes wheelchair-bound graduate
COOPERSTOWN - Of the students who graduated from Cooperstown Central School Sunday afternoon, at least one worked especially hard to make it across the stage.
Ex-school chief speaks at Walton commencement
WALTON - As the temperature soared into the 90s, cap-and-gown-clad seniors, 92 of them, processed onto Hoover Field under a blazing midday sun Saturday for the 152nd commencement ceremony at Walton Central School.
Fire damages farmhouse
EAST WORCESTER - Fire damaged part of a farmhouse and taxed firefighters early Sunday morning in Worcester.
Action stalls on sex-crime bills
ALBANY - When it comes to protecting New Yorkers from rapists and pedophiles, the state Legislature talked the talk but didn’t walk the walk.
Reps plan constituent night for Tuesday
ONEONTA - Roberta Puritz-Hayes, Catherine Rothenberger, Rudy Laguna and Kevin Hodne, Otsego county representatives from the city of Oneonta, will hold a constituent night from 5 to 6 p.m. Tuesday.
Past speakers: We wouldn’t change advice
Imagine being a camel who wants to dance. Consider the untold miles birds and butterflies fly to live in Otsego County. Reflect on the size of the world and its human diversity. Pursue dreams.
Works of artist from Delhi to be shown
DELHI - Art collectors from all over Delaware County are lending paintings, prints and carvings by Ward Herrmann for a new exhibit of the artist’s work at the Delaware County Historical Association.
By Mark Boshnack Staff Writer
LAURENS - The challenges and possibilities that await graduating seniors were among themes of speeches given during the 2005 commencement at Laurens Central School on Friday.
Clerk appointed in the town of Delhi
The Delhi Town Board has appointed a town clerk in the wake of an investigation into the alleged misappropriation of funds.
By Mark Boshnack Staff Writer
Two area schools continue to work out details of how mandated contingent budgets will affect their spending for 2005-06.
District 2 rep race could be rematch
A rematch of the 2003 race for the District 2 seat on the Otsego County Board of Representatives is shaping up between two Republicans - incumbent James Powers of Butternuts and Thomas Enstrom of Pittsfield.
Official warns of bats
The Otsego County Public Health Department is receiving many calls from people who have found bats in their houses and worry that the animals are rabid, an official said.
Lawmakers agree to amend drug laws
ALBANY - The Legislature has agreed to more minor changes to the state\'s harsh drug laws, but critics say the reforms don\'t go far enough.
Contract gives health benefits to school retirees
ONEONTA - The Oneonta school board approved a contract Thursday with its teachers that will pay a 4 percent increase in each of three years and provides health benefits to retirees.
Habitat gets help from Care-A-Vanners
ONEONTA - Dinah and Bill Roe drove 2,815 miles from California’s San Bernardino Valley to pound nails and cut boards in New York.
Communication skills to be tested at ’Field Day’
COOPERSTOWN - Members of the Otsego County Amateur Radio Association and the Oneonta Amateur Radio Club will put their emergency communication skills to the test when they participate in "Field Day" on Saturday and Sunday.
Twins reflect on their futures
When Franklin Central School seniors walk across the stage at graduation Friday, a chapter in the school’s history will come to a close.
Syndicated TV show covers deputy lawsuit
DELHI - A camera crew from the television show "A Current Affair" was in Delhi on Wednesday to film a segment about a Delaware County deputy suing his mother-in-law and a fellow deputy.
Officials estimating damage to city dam
ONEONTA - Federal officials continued inspecting the Southside Dam on Wednesday, but so far there has been no complete damage estimate released.
Questions sought for hospital meeting
A public meeting to discuss the future of The Hospital in Sidney will be at 6:30 p.m. today at the Sidney Fire House on River Street.
Area News Briefs
DELHI - A Jefferson woman who allegedly sent tobacco, matches and a lighter to an inmate at the Delaware County jail was charged with two felonies Wednesday, according to Delhi Town Court records.
June 22, 2005
Delhi inmate dies on way to hospital
DELHI - A Level 3 sex offender who was an inmate at the Delaware County jail died Monday as he was being rushed to O’Connor Hospital in Delhi, Delaware County Undersheriff Douglas Vredenburgh said.
Man: Company disregarded lives
ONEONTA - Doug Parsons of Oneonta is upset with Guidant, a company that makes cardiovascular products - including the defibrillator in his chest.
Otego PTO provides ’unbelievable’ support
As the 2004-05 school year wraps up, staff members at Otego Elementary School are applauding the efforts of the Parent Teacher Organization.
Man to be arraigned on sex-abuse charges
A former Schoharie County Department of Social Services investigator will be arraigned on additional sexual-abuse charges today.
Voters defeat B-G budget plan for second time
Bainbridge-Guilford Central School voters turned down their 2005-06 budget for the second time Tuesday by a vote of 305 to 302, school officials said.
Two former supervisors to seek Otsego board seat
Two former Richfield town supervisors said Tuesday they will seek the Republican nomination for the District 9 seat on the Otsego County Board of Representatives.
Schoharie GOP committee endorses candidates
The Schoharie County Republican Committee has endorsed Sheriff John Bates, District Attorney James Sacket and county court Judge George Bartlett III to run for re-election.
S. Kortright students work on Project WISE
Fourth-grade students from South Kortright Central School and Public School 133 in Queens met June 13 and 14 in the culmination of a year-long watershed study.
Simley sentenced in son’s death
A woman who pleaded guilty to killing her toddler son 13 years ago in Hancock was sentenced to 8 1/3 to 25 years in prison in Delaware County Court on Monday.
Social Services: Case led to changes
In the more than 13 years since a 2-year-old boy in Hancock died after being beaten by his mother and her boyfriend, Delaware County officials say they have changed how child abuse and neglect cases are investigated.
Number of issues still unresolved in state Capitol
Senate Republicans brought a Florida truck driver to the Capitol to pressure the Assembly to support its sex-offender agenda, including a proposal for electronic monitoring of the worst offenders.
Man gets year in jail for lesser charge
DELHI - A man facing jail time for possessing brass knuckles was crying when he arrived for his sentencing in Delaware County Court on Monday.
Firefighter: Department welcomes state audit
Fly Creek fire commissioners and members of the Fly Creek Fire Department are welcoming a possible audit by the state Comptroller’s Office.
Firefighters to raise funds
ONEONTA - Oneonta firefighters will be holding various fund-raisers throughout the summer to help the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Free HIV tests available at several sites in region
ONEONTA - According to the New York Sate Department of Health, people infected with HIV might have no symptoms for 10 or more years and might not know they are infected. An HIV test is the only way to find out. Monday is National HIV Testing Day.
Area clergy agree Americans are more religious
It doesn’t come as a surprise to some local clergy members that Americans are more religious than their counterparts in nine other countries across the world.
SUCO summer projects tackle infrastructure
Road work, lighting upgrades and replacement of heating pipes and sidewalks are among about $10 million in projects this summer at the State University College at Oneonta, an administrator said last week.
Police find pound of cocaine
Two 21-year-old men were arrested Friday night on felony drug charges after being stopped for unrelated traffic violations, said state police at Norwich.
Cuomo addresses Democrats
Andrew Cuomo, former Housing and Urban Development secretary in President Clinton’s Cabinet, spoke at the annual Democratic Dinner at the Hidden Inn in South Kortright on Saturday.
Five nabbed in underage-sales raids
Five people were arrested June 13-16 during compliance check efforts on underage purchases at retail stores of tobacco and alcoholic beverages by Cobleskill police and Schoharie County sheriff’s deputies.
June 18, 2005
Dads reflect on past 18 years
Graduation sparks mixed reactions among some area fathers who will soon see a son or daughter finish high school: Reflection on memories, pride, relief and happiness in being a dad.
’Wick board names man Citizen of Year
ONEONTA - Robert W. Moyer has an honorary degree from Hartwick College, and the swimming pool in Binder Physical Education Center is named in his honor.
Deputy to sue after claims of affair
A Delaware County deputy is suing his mother-in-law and a fellow deputy, claiming they ruined his reputation by spreading rumors about an extramarital affair.
CSEA plans picket
Local CSEA Unit 8101, having worked without a contract for more than a year, is planning a demonstration outside the mayor’s house Saturday.
Lawyer: Twelve Tribes must appeal to court
ONEONTA - Oneonta’s city attorney said Twelve Tribes members must take any appeal of a city Planning Commission decision against their coffee-shop proposal to state Supreme Court.
Supervisor is building’s namesake
TOMPKINS - The new Tompkins town office building will be named in honor of Supervisor Perry Shelton, who said he has served on the town board since June 17, 1955.
Voters defeat Charlotte Valley budget again
Voters in the Charlotte Valley Central School District rejected a revised budget proposal 249 to 222 on Thursday, which means the district will go to a contingency budget, the superintendent said.
Dam not in immediate danger, city officials say
ONEONTA - Southside Dam is not in imminent danger of collapse after suffering at least $100,000 in damage from spring flooding, city officials said Thursday.
Schumer pushes for identity-theft law
In the past year, 20 people in Otsego County have reported identity thefts to the Federal Trade Commission, according to U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer.
Ryan endorses SUNY tuition increases
ALBANY - The acting chancellor of the State University of New York system endorsed a "rational tuition policy" of annual incremental increases Wednesday.
Man charged with DWI after hitting porch
A Cherry Valley man has been charged with driving while intoxicated and leaving the scene of an accident after he allegedly drove into a porch on Main Street in Cherry Valley.
Board says ’no’ to cafe for Main St.
Members of the Twelve Tribes who want to open a Main Street restaurant were turned down by the city Planning Commission on Wednesday night.
Bill would require reports of hospital infections
New York hospitals, consumer groups and leaders in both houses of the state Legislature have agreed on a bill requiring hospitals to publicly report their infection rates.
Dam damage forces closing of part of river
ONEONTA - Two and a half months after severe flooding hit the area, city and county officials have closed access to the Susquehanna River above and below the Southside Dam.
Fox Hospital loses $1.3M in 2004
ONEONTA - The financial problems plaguing A.O. Fox Memorial Hospital aren’t much different from those affecting other employers, an administrator said Monday.
Lincoln joins race in District 10
Two Republicans are running to succeed Carl Higgins, R-Edmeston, as the District 10 representative on the Otsego County Board of Representatives. Higgins, 71, the board’s chairman, is retiring at the end of this year.
W. Waller to seek District 8 seat
Republican William Waller is running for the District Eight seat on the Otsego County Board of Representatives.
City school board, union reach ’a breakthrough’
ONEONTA - A breakthrough was reached for a contract for the Oneonta Teachers Association during a negotiating session that lasted more than six hours Monday, both sides in the talks said Wednesday.
O’Connor to show off new look, addition Friday
DELHI - O’Connor Hospital will celebrate the completion of its $6.5 million renovation and expansion project with a ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday.
Deputy accused of misconduct
DELHI - A Delaware County deputy has been suspended for allegedly conducting an off-duty investigation into misconduct involving his ex-wife and a Department of Social Services investigator.
The Hospital faces possible state action, plans more meetings
SIDNEY - After an executive session held during a special meeting Wednesday, The Hospital board of trustees and the Sidney town board, which owns the facility, decided to plan more meetings to discuss options for the facility.
Area News Brief
WRIGHT - Six people were arrested in Schoharie County last week and charged with stealing from a residence on Dugan Hill Road.
Ex-official: Extend natural gas service
RICHFIELD SPRINGS - A former member of the Otsego County Board of Representatives said he thinks natural gas could fuel an economic boom in Otsego County.
Fishing event ’fun thing for families’
A Father’s Day fishing event in Oneonta’s Fortin Park is an investment in the future, a former head of the state Department of Environmental Conservation said Tuesday.
Memorial ceremony planned for UV superintendent
A memorial ceremony for the Unadilla Valley Central School superintendent who died in a one-car accident June 3 is planned for Friday, middle school Principal Steve Bradley said.
Snowmobile club receives $63K grant
An area snowmobile club is one group receiving some of $1.6 million in grants awarded for 23 trail-related projects across the state.
Arraignment for dog owners adjourned
Arraignments of four people accused of mistreating 45 dogs at their Davenport trailer were adjourned for a second time Tuesday.
Area news brief
A proposal for a Main Street cafe by members of the Twelve Tribes remains on the agenda for tonight’s Planning Commission meeting.
June 14, 2005
Dad pleads innocent to murder
In Otsego County Court on Monday, Corbin H. Douglas Sr. pleaded innocent to second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.
Court drops DEP tickets
Two long-disputed speeding tickets issued by the New York City Department of Environmental Protection po-lice were quietly dismissed Monday night in Hamden Town Court.
Four school districts plan budget revotes
Four area school districts with budgets defeated by voters May 18 have scheduled votes during the next two weeks. In three districts, revised spending plans are being proposed.
Space station may be visible
Local stargazers and space-travel enthusiasts will have an opportunity to catch an amazing glimpse of the International Space Station this month, a local professor said Monday.
Two arraigned for desecrating cemetery
MORRIS - Two of the three 17-year-olds accused of spray-painting gravestones and burning flags in Morris’ Hillington Cemetery earlier this month were arraigned Monday night.
Official: Ex-employee accused of harassment to plead to lesser charge
The case of a former Sidney Central School employee charged with roughing up a student in October 2004 is expected to be resolved next week after a recent plea arrangement, Delaware County Assistant District Attorney John Hubbard said Monday.
Voters OK Delhi school project
DELHI - Delaware Academy and Delhi Central School district voters approved a $7.8 million building project Monday with a 109 to 104 vote.
Trio trying to raise awareness of health care
ONEONTA - In 80-degree heat, three people are on a quest to walk from Kingston to Jamestown to try to raise awareness of health-care accessibility in the United States.
Twelve Tribes to present cafe proposal
ONEONTA - Members of a religious organization trying to open a Main Street cafe and bakery are scheduled to present their proposal to the city Planning Commission for a second time Wednesday.
Area news briefs
ONEONTA - The Daily Star will give American flags to children today in honor of Flag Day.
June 13, 2005
Teens charged in grave damage
Three 17-year-olds are facing felony charges for desecrating a cemetery in Morris, state police at Oneonta said Sunday.
Police see rise in drug crimes
In keeping with a nationwide trend of lower crime rates in 2004, Otsego and Delaware county residents reported fewer violent crimes last year than in 2003.
Wedding to add to family’s church history
NEW BERLIN - When Rebecca Ann Beardslee walks down the aisle at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in New Berlin on July 16, she’ll be following a tradition that goes back to the early 1800s.
Attendance down at dairy fest
Attendance was down at this year’s 7th annual Meredith Dairy Fest, but those in attendance Sunday said the two-day event was a success.
Man charged after crash
Alcohol was a factor in a one-car crash Sunday, state police at Richfield Springs said.
June 11, 2005
Judge: Bertsch violated probation
COOPERSTOWN - In Otsego County Court on Friday, Sandra K. Bertsch of Middlefield was found guilty of violating her probation by consuming alcohol.
Woman wins state award for service
A Mount Vision woman noted for community service was selected as a 2005 New York State Senate Woman of Distinction.
Manslaughter trial set for July
COOPERSTOWN - Timothy Beckingham of East Springfield is slated to go on trial July 18 in Otsego County Court on a charge of first-degree manslaughter.
Road work in city to intensify
ONEONTA - The most disruptive phase of the Main Street road project is scheduled to begin Monday, and sections of the street will be closed to daytime traffic all week.
Blaze leads to plea in fraud
A Great Neck man indicted on charges related to a house fire in Walton pleaded guilty to a felony count in federal court in Albany on Tuesday, Assistant U.S. Attorney James C. Woods said Thursday in a news release.
Deer season to begin on a Saturday
Deer hunting season in the southern zone will begin on a Saturday instead of a Monday, state officials said in announcing some regulation changes for 2005.
DA, justice to dismiss DEP tickets
It took more than two years and involved a decision by the Court of Appeals, but Hamden Town Justice Duane Merrill said two traffic tickets issued by the New York City Department of Environmental Protection police will be dismissed Monday.
Man confesses to $1M investment fraud
A former Unadilla man accused of defrauding about 10 investors of nearly $1 million has pleaded guilty in federal court and faces up to 30 years in prison, a state investigator said Thursday.
Minister will run against Friedell
The Rev. Stephen Fournier of Milford is running for the District Five seat on the Otsego County Board of Representatives.
One hurt in car crash in Otsego
OTSEGO - A two-vehicle accident at county highways 59 and 26 on Thursday resulted in personal injury, Otsego County deputies said.
Man arrested for burglary, possession of weapon
NORWICH - An investigation into a couple of recent forest fires led to the arrest of a South New Berlin man Saturday on several felony charges, Chenango Count sheriff’s deputies said.
Woman pleads guilty in death
ONEONTA - A woman who contacted police last year to confess to killing her toddler son 13 years ago in Hancock pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter Wednesday in a special session of Delaware County Court in Oneonta.
Two from area help wounded soldiers
More than 12,000 soldiers have been wounded in action in the years since the war in Iraq began, according to the Department of Defense.
Injured eagle has landed in safe hands
A bald eagle was injured in Delaware County during Monday’s violent thunderstorm, but officials said Wednesday the bird might soon return to the wild.
Writers tour places featured in magazine
EAST MEREDITH - A group of travel writers traveled through Delaware, Otsego and Schoharie counties Tuesday and Wednesday visiting tourist attractions featured in the April edition of National Geographic Traveler magazine.
Forum attendees: Keep ER at The Hospital
SIDNEY - If The Hospital in Sidney converts to a diagnostic and treatment center, those in need won’t be able to go there to get a broken leg set.
Fire commission encounters jeers at Fly Creek hall
FLY CREEK - More than a hundred Fly Creek area residents appealed for answers from the Fly Creek Fire District Commission Wednesday night, and some looked for resignations.
Area News Briefs
DAVENPORT - A Mount Upton man was charged Wednesday in connection with a series of burglaries in the town of Davenport in late December.
June 8, 2005
Consultant: No decision yet on The Hospital
SIDNEY - The Hospital in Sidney is having a hard time making payroll, officials said at a forum Tuesday night, and that’s just one indication that the situation is critical.
Most have power back after storm
Workers in the area are still cleaning up after a storm came through Monday afternoon, and power is expected to be restored to some isolated areas today, officials said.
Oneonta hit hard by storm
ONEONTA - Numerous trees and power lines came crashing to the ground in Oneonta on Monday afternoon after a severe thunderstorm sped through the area.
NYSEG: 13,500 without power
There were reports of storm damage throughout the area and central New York on Monday, according to the National Weather Service.
Cemetery in Morris vandalized
A cemetery in Morris was targeted this weekend by vandals who spray-painted headstones and burned a pile of American flags taken from veterans’ graves.
Deputies: Speed caused fatal crash
Unadilla Valley Central School opened Monday on schedule after the death Friday night of Superintendent Charles Stratton in a one-vehicle accident, officials said.
Man gets two years for stabbing
DELHI - A Sidney man was sentenced to two years in prison Monday in Delaware County Court after admitting to stabbing a man with a screwdriver and threatening police with a knife.
Area News Briefs
DELHI - A Delhi man who allegedly cut a woman’s face with a sharp object was arrested and charged with second-degree assault Thursday, Delaware County Lt. Don Cantwell said Monday.
June 6, 2005
UV superintendent dies in car crash
Unadilla Valley Central School Superintendent Charles E. Stratton was killed late Friday night in a one-car accident in the town of New Berlin.
Stratton ’was a devoted leader’
Unadilla Valley’s Board of Education on Sunday appointed Alan Pole, BOCES district superintendent, interim school administrator during a special meeting at the school.
’Line Upon Line’ adds up to 10 years of poetry
Poets of all ages will share their work when the poetry series Line Upon Line celebrates its 10th anniversary Saturday at the Old School Cafe in Cherry Valley.
Woman charged in flu vaccine forgery
A 64-year-old woman has been charged with forgery after altering a prescription for the flu vaccine last year, according to Otsego County sheriff’s deputies.
Laurens shines again at band pageant
Competing in the 56th annual Sherburne Pageant of Bands, student musicians from Laurens and Norwich again proved they are class acts.
SUCO prof to speak at baseball forum
History Professor William M. Simons of the State University College at Oneonta will speak Thursday at the 17th annual Cooperstown Symposium on Baseball and American Culture at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum.
Ag center gets $85,000
The Center for Agricultural Development and Entrepreneurship has been awarded $85,325 in federal funds through the Appalachian Regional Commission, congressmen from the area said.
Officials call school audits unnecessary
State proposals to require closer monitoring of school spending aren’t necessary and are a reaction to alleged misdeeds in Long Island school districts, some area school officials said.
Man hurt in car crash
A Bloomville man was in fair condition Friday after being airlifted to Albany Medical Center after a one-vehicle accident at 9:25 p.m. Thursday in Delhi, officials said.
Olympian encourages area students
A former Olympic runner from New Zealand visited several Otsego County schools Friday to encourage students to do their best in whatever they pursue.
Man, 22, arraigned for assault in jail
A Brooklyn man in jail for allegedly selling crack cocaine in Sidney was arraigned on a second-degree assault charge May 27.
Daughter, 50, submits guilty plea
DELHI - A woman accused of smothering her father with a pillow in his Walton home two years ago pleaded guilty Thursday in Delaware County Court to first-degree manslaughter.
Spitzer camp, Muller irked by Suozzi event
ALBANY - Some supporters of Eliot Spitzer - including Oneonta Mayor Kim Muller - are upset with a fellow Democratic leader’s decision to play host to an event sponsored by a potential rival of the state attorney general for the party’s 2006 nomination for governor.
Fly Creek firefighters seek ouster
Volunteer firefighters from the Fly Creek Fire Department are circulating letters calling for the resignation of a fire district commissioner.
Historic house to hold flea market Saturday
ONEONTA - Antiques, history and garage-sale buffs might have a field day when the Swart-Wilcox House opens its lawn for "Mert’s Mart" on Saturday morning.
Money allegedly missing from Delhi town clerk’s office
DELHI - The district attorney’s office is investigating allegations that money is missing from the Delhi town clerk’s office, District Attorney Richard Northrup said Thursday.
N.Y. insurance chief visits Otsego
ONEONTA - The state’s insurance commissioner was in Otsego County on Thursday, in part to urge passage of tougher laws and greater penalties in cases of auto insurance fraud.
Signs show way to local trauma center
The signs pointing cars in the direction of Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown have been a long time coming.
Hartwick professor earns teaching award
ONEONTA - Thomas Sears, professor of accounting and management at Hartwick College, has been awarded the 2005 Margaret B. Bunn Award for Excellence in Teaching.
Bill to ban dorm smoking
Students at colleges in New York won’t be allowed to light up in their dorm rooms under a bill expected to be voted on by the state Assembly as early as today.
Area teen ends spelling bee run
For local competitor Olivia Powell, the hardest part of being eliminated from the 78th annual Scripps National Spelling Bee is not having another opportunity to compete.
Holstein gives birth to triplets
Visitors to two local agricultural fairs this summer could glimpse a farm rarity. Bloomville resident Serina Bishop, 14, is the owner of triplet Holstein heifers born May 23 on a Mount Vision farm.
Schools, union debate how to provide benefit
ONEONTA - More than 200 members of the Oneonta Teachers Association and their supporters attended the regular Wednesday meeting of the Oneonta City School District Board of Education at Center Street Elementary School.
Stables named to agricultural district
COOPERSTOWN - At Wednesday’s meeting of the Otsego County Board of Representatives, 53 parcels, comprising 3,449 acres of land, were added to agricultural districts in the county.
Railroad police chief loses authority
The railroad police chief of the Cooperstown-based New York, Susquehanna & Western Railway recently had his police powers revoked by the New York State Police.
Second coldest May ’slowed down spring’
Locally, last month was the second coldest May in the last century and slowed down the arrival of spring, said Frank Ward, Walton weather observer.
Man dies in job accident at school
A Norwich man died in a fall Tuesday at Afton Central School while working in the school’s auditorium, state police at Sidney said Wednesday.
June 1, 2005
Sidney hospital in talks with other facilities
The public will have the opportunity to hear about potential changes to The Hospital in Sidney as officials look for ways to return the facility to economic viability.
Official: Emergency room is necessity for area
SIDNEY - Sidney officials and community members said Tuesday that they supported the efforts of officials at The Hospital to maintain a health-care facility in Sidney, but some were concerned about changes in services.
Otsego County sued for $1M
COOPERSTOWN - Andrew R. Mancini Associates Inc., the general contractor that built Otsego Manor, is suing the county for $1 million.
Powerlifter sets several state records
Cynthia Truesdell began serious weight training only a few months ago, but that was long enough for the 55-year-old from South Kortright to earn several powerlifting trophies.
Board will vote on stable today
When the Otsego County Board of Representatives votes today on whether to add 53 parcels, including Khala-Marr Stables of Otego, to agricultural districts in the county, Rep. Ronald Feldstein, D-Otego, will vote yes.
Lawmakers debate state split
The ever-simmering rivalry between upstate and down has a handful of lawmakers fueling the debate about whether New York should be two states.
Smyrna teenagers connected to forgery
Two Smyrna teenagers have been arrested in connection with a forgery complaint in Norwich last year, according to a news release from Chenango County sheriff’s deputies Friday.
DSS chief puts funds into interest-bearing account
Delaware County’s Department of Social Services recently received its largest Medicaid case recovery in history when it received a check for $366,533 from the sale of a house, William Moon, DSS commissioner, said last week.
’Wick hires marketing director
Francis Borrego of Endicott has been hired as Hartwick College’s director of marketing and communication effective today.
