Budget duties reviewed
Otsego County’s Administration Committee is considering the possibility of hiring a budget adviser to help prepare the county’s 2008 budget.
Hamm elected to Hall
Mia Hamm and Julie Foudy will headline the 2007 National Soccer Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Aug. 26 in Oneonta as the former U.S. National teammates earned election in their first year of eligibility Tuesday.
Woman killed, two injured in I-88 accident
A crash in the eastbound lanes of Interstate 88 on Tuesday night left one person dead and two injured, state police at the scene said.
Family grateful for dog, help after blaze
"We lost everything, but I feel like the richest man on earth," said Anthony Gardner, standing with his fiancée Tuesday in front of the burned-out shell of their Unadilla home.
State agrees to reform workers’ compensation
State, labor and business officials agreed Tuesday to long-awaited workers’ compensation reforms to cut costs for employers and eliminate lifetime payments for "permanent partial disabilities," while increasing checks to injured workers.
Area News Briefs
Two area residents could be visited today by the Publishers Clearing House Prize Patrol that awards the top prize in its sweepstakes.
February 27, 2007
Educators: Act on student-teacher sex cases
Local school officials said Monday they support taking swift action after a state report showed a "tremendous growth" in the number of cases of teachers having sex with students.
Flu cases are few in region
The state Department of Health may have classified flu cases in the area as "widespread," but that isn’t representative of what has happened locally yet.
Man, 23, pleads in motel assault
DELHI -- A 23-year-old Davenport Center man agreed to a plea bargain Monday in Delaware County Court that will have him serving 10 years in prison on a first-degree assault charge.
Man gets 30 years for sodomy
DELHI -- A Tannersville man found guilty in early January of sodomizing two young girls was sentenced in Delaware County Court on Monday to 30 years in prison.
Stayton to resign from school board
ONEONTA _ The number of open seats for the upcoming Oneonta City School Board of Education election could become clear soon.
Man killed in car crash
A Milford man died in a one-car crash in northern Otsego County late Friday night.
Dog ’hero’ at fire scene
A pet dog helped alert a Unadilla family to a fire Sunday morning that destroyed their home and all of their belongings, according to Otsego County fire officials.
Fibbing to physicians
can be bad for health
Everybody lies.
The difference between lying to your best friend and lying to your doctor, however, can affect your health - and may be the difference between life and death.
Methane plant studied for Chenango
A by-product from cows could be used to create electricity at a proposed $3.4 million plant in Chenango County.
Highway speed limit to stay 55
Replying to a request from Mayor John Nader, state Department of Transportation officials said they will not lower the speed limit of the James F. Lettis Highway.
Delhi wants land for housing project
Plans by the village to annex 2.4 acres of town property to accommodate the construction of a 70-unit home development will be the subject of a public hearing March 12, officials announced.
Area News Briefs
A Norwich man was charged with welfare fraud Wednesday, Chenango County sheriff’s deputies said Saturday.
Oneonta City Court Report
Oneonta City Court reported that defendants pleaded guilty, unless otherwise indicated, and were fined and sentenced as listed below:
February 24, 2007
Police: Note found in car
STAMFORD _ Autopsy results for a Stamford woman found in the snow near the top of Mt. Utsayantha have not changed investigators’ theory in the case, officials said Friday.
Local wind group, firm make deal
ROXBURY _ One of two citizens’ groups to have staked a claim in the future of wind turbines in northeastern Delaware County has agreed to drop its opposition to plans by developers.
Local experts predicting few surprises at Oscars
The wait is almost over to see what names who will be going home with the Oscars at the 79th annual ceremony of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences.
Petitions to Otsego board favor Marchi
COOPERSTOWN _ The Otsego County Board of Representatives has received two petitions of support for Edmond Marchi, administrator of Otsego Manor, the county’s nursing home.
Assemblymen hear of business woes
SIDNEY _ Small-business owners and their representatives told members of the state’s Assembly Republican Small Business Task Force on Friday to get government off their backs.
Blaze damages Milford house
The fire that started at a Milford home on Goodyear Lake on Friday morning rekindled at 6:42 p.m. that night, Otsego County dispatchers said.
Injured Cobleskill man remains in coma
COBLESKILL _ The 66-year-old village man who was found lying face down on Spring Street more than two weeks ago remains in a coma at Albany Medical Center, and police continue to look for leads in the case.
Body of woman located
The body of a woman missing since Monday was found by a forest ranger near the top of Mt. Utsayantha on Thursday morning.
The death of Susanne Shader appears to have been a suicide, due to hypothermia or the result of natural causes, said Delaware County Undersheriff Doug Vredenburgh.
NYS&W may cut routes in Chenango
The New York Susquehanna & Western Railway has taken a preliminary step to abandon its tracks between Sangerfield and Chenango Bridge.
On The Bright Side: Center to go beyond youth at new site
The Zone Community Center Committee in Richfield Springs has acquired land at the corner of Ann and Walnut streets, and officials hope to build a community center there starting this spring.
Afton woman, 25, dies in crash
An Afton woman died Thursday afternoon after she lost control of her minivan while traveling south on state Route 12, state police at Norwich said.
No one hurt in trailer blaze
The cause of a fire Thursday at Latham Homes, a mobile-home dealer on state Route 23 in the town of Davenport, is under investigation, a fire official said.
Text-only copies of city plan available
The city of Oneonta is making text-only copies of the draft Comprehensive Plan available on the city’s website as well as several locations throughout Oneonta.
Schools tackle Odyssey Saturday
The Odyssey of the Mind regional competition will be Saturday at Hunt Union at the State University College at Oneonta, organizers said.
Schoharie nonprofits team up for promotion
Four nonprofit destinations in Schoharie County have joined forces to boost their attendance, recruit volunteers and share ideas and resources.
February 22, 2007
Deputies: Woman missing
The abandoned car of a Stamford woman last seen Monday was found near her Tower Mountain Road home Wednesday.
Planners give Walgreens early OK
The city Planning Commission gave preliminary approval Wednesday for a Walgreens store at the intersection of West Street and Chestnut Street.
Group helps flood victims
SIDNEY _ Sidney-area residents coping with June flooding have been getting help for the past five weeks through a local support group.
Supervisors urged to seek flood funding
DELHI -- Delaware County supervisors were urged Wednesday to pressure state and federal lawmakers to fund the local share of $8.3 million recently made available to repair and mitigate flood damage.
Tax break available for some seniors
Lower-income senior residents of the city of Oneonta have until March 1 to apply for a special property-tax exemption.
Otsego fails to pass code changes
COOPERSTOWN _ At Wednesday night’s meeting, the Otsego County Board of Representatives narrowly defeated a proposal that would have increased fees for some building codes inspections.
Open house scheduled to thank volunteers
DELHI _ An open house will be held Sunday at the Delhi Senior Community apartments so that residents there can say thank you to the volunteers who helped them clean up after the June flood.
Soldier survives blast
Hours after two car bombs tore through an open-air market in Baghdad on Sunday, U.S. Army 1st Lt. Dan Capozza contacted his parents, Frank and Ann Capozza of Cooperstown, to let them know he was OK.
House pay up $4,000
Jeff House will be getting paid $4,000 more annually for his job as the city’s downtown developer.
Oneonta plan under review
The city’s comprehensive plan is still a work in progress after more than a year of development.
Panel offers help
The committee charged with coordinating relief efforts after the June flood is still finding Delaware County residents who need help getting back on their feet, panel members said recently.
Sign stealers face $1,000 fine
in Burlington
The town of Burlington passed laws at a meeting Feb. 13 changing the town’s requirements for senior-citizen assessment exemptions and providing a fine of $1,000 for stealing road signs, according to Betty Anne Schwerd, deputy town supervisor.
Stone designer to speak at Pine Lake campus
ONEONTA _ Andrew Leslie Phillips, a journalist, garden designer specializing in natural stone and certified permaculture practitioner, will speak at 8 p.m. Thursday at Hartwick College’s Pine Lake Environmental Campus.
February 20, 2007
Turned down: Aid denied to ill teen, family says
A Delaware County woman said a lack of understanding is responsible for many of the obstacles her family faces in trying to get help for her son, who has a rare, terminal illness.
Arcuri: Iraq delays local work
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has not been able to tackle flood prevention in upstate New York in part because of its commitments in Iraq, said Rep. Michael Arcuri, D-Utica.
Arcuri says NYRI project `personal’
NORWICH _ U.S. Rep. Michael Arcuri said Monday he is working with two other Democrats in Congress on a two-pronged approach to stop a controversial proposed power line.
Oneonta council to vote on OH-Fest proposal
Aldermen are expected to vote on the second OH-Fest when the Common Council meets tonight. OH Fest 2: Back for Seconds on April 28 is being sponsored and organized by students at Hartwick College and the State University College at Oneonta.
Spitzer: No fizz shouldn’t mean no deposit
As part of his executive budget proposal, Gov. Eliot Spitzer is calling for a "Bigger, Better, Bottle Bill" that would institute a 5-cent deposit on non-carbonated beverages, such as bottled water, iced tea and sports drinks.
165 jump ’for the children’ at local polar-bear event
MILFORD CENTER _ About 165 people jumped into the freezing waters of Goodyear Lake on Saturday, raising $30,000 for charity in the 12th annual Polar Bear Jump, organizers said.
Snow-removal task continues
Snow removal will continue throughout the week, city and town officials said Sunday night.
Gilboa Dam
flood sirens are delayed
SCHOHARIE _ Residents of the flood-prone Schoharie Valley will have to take a back seat to the war on terror, at least temporarily, Board of Supervisors Chairman Earl Van Wormer said Friday.
Students promote school health care
High school students from the area went to Albany last week not only to see government in action but to ask legislators for more money for health centers in their schools.
Pantaleoni concert has musical reunion
Two longtime friends with ties to the area going back three decades are meeting up again Tuesday to do what they do best _ play music.
Oneonta woman accused of card thefts
COOPERSTOWN _ In Otsego County Court on Thursday, a Superior Court Information was filed with Judge Michael Coccoma charging an Oneonta woman with two counts of fourth-degree grand larceny.
Fire Departments receive funding
Two area fire departments received funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program, according to a news release from Sen. Charles Schumer.
February 17, 2007
Budget may cost Otsego $2M
COOPERSTOWN _ Otsego County board members are lobbying against a provision in Gov. Eliot Spitzer’s proposed budget that would reduce Medicaid reimbursement for county-run nursing homes such as Otsego Manor.
150 cars towed by city
Wednesday’s snowstorm created parking problems around Oneonta for many people, leading to cars being towed in some cases.
Oneonta students learn ’dangers are real’ online
Middle school Principal Kevin Johnson talks with students Friday during one of three presentations on Internet safety at Oneonta High School. (Star photo by Mark Boshnack)
Arcuri to speak about NYRI line
U.S. Rep. Michael Arcuri, D-Utica, is scheduled to hold a news conference Monday in Norwich about the proposed New York Regional Interconnection power line.
shop talk
Shop Talk is a weekly column featuring locally owned and operated businesses. This week, we talk to Mark Drnek, founder of Sweet Home Productions of Oneonta.
February 16, 2007
Roads reopen after snowstorm
All roads are open again throughout the area, and crews are busy getting them drivable and safe again.again.
To our readers
Despite their best effort, The Daily Star carriers were unable to reach each and every subscriber with a Thursday, Feb. 15, newspaper as a result of the snowstorm.
Source sought in 2 area salmonella cases
Two possible links to the current salmonella outbreak reported by the Delaware County Public Health Nursing Service are the only such cases in the area, including Otsego and Chenango counties. Officials in Schoharie County could not be reached for comment Thursday.
Case of insurance fraud delayed because of storm
SHARON SPRINGS _ A case against two Town of Sharon residents charged with insurance fraud has been delayed because of Wednesday’s storm, Town Justice Evelyn Falsarella said.
Dinner, auction to benefit family
A benefit dinner and Chinese auction will be held Saturday to help the Sheldon family of Otego recover from the loss of its business, Otego Tire & Auto.
Program to serve women in transience
DELHI -- The Delhi Business and Professional Women’s Club and Delaware Opportunities have created a program to serve women in transience, the BPW announced.
February 15, 2007
Snowstorm breaks record
Without a doubt, Wednesday’s storm is record-setting _ and doesn’t show signs of improving.
Oneonta digs out from 2 feet of snow
Happy Valentine’s Day.
A massive near-blizzard struck Oneonta on Wednesday, leaving behind more than 25 inches of snow.
Barn collapse kills cow
One Holstein died but 59 were rescued when an extension to a Treadwell barn collapsed under the weight of Wednesday’s snow, fire officials said.
Delaware deputies get license-plate reader
DELHI _ The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office has a high-tech piece of equipment that will "revolutionize" the way deputies check motorists for outstanding violations.
Area News Briefs
The Otsego County Conservation Association is offering grants to help fund environmental projects in Otsego County’s public and private schools.
Most in Otsego have paid tax, collectors say
Four of Otsego County’s tax collectors report that most property owners in their towns paid taxes on time this year, despite confusion about county tax bills.
No damage estimate at FoxCare
ONEONTA _ Financial figures still need to be calculated for flooding caused by a water main break at FoxCare Center last week.
Woman gets 6 months for rape
DELHI -- A 23-year-old Delhi woman was sentenced in Delaware County Court on Tuesday to six months in jail and 10 years of probation for raping a 14-year-old boy.
Ag commissioner: Build ties with lawmakers in Albany
Dairy farmers and others in the agriculture community heard words of support _ and a challenge _ from the state’s acting Agriculture and Markets commissioner Tuesday in Sidney.
Gilbertsville to get $1M aid from FEMA
The village of Gilbertsville will receive more than $1 million from FEMA to help it recover from June flooding, according to a news release Tuesday from U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer.
City priest talks today about book
ONEONTA _ There are innumerable differences between Nigeria and Oneonta. One of those, said the Rev. Victor Owan, is sneezing.
SUNY Delhi leads state in application gains
The State University College of Technology at Delhi is leading the SUNY system in terms of application growth, the school’s dean of enrollment said Monday.
G-MU teachers get contract
A contract for teachers in the Gilbertsville-Mount Upton Teachers Association was approved last week, officials involved in negotiations said Monday.
Otsego groups teaming up for communications grant
COOPERSTOWN _ The Otsego County Board of Representatives and other organizations are working on a proposal to ask for federal money to modernize telecommunications in the county.
Cobleskill man remains in coma
A village man remains unconscious in Albany Medical Center more than a week after he was reported lying on the pavement of Spring Street by passers-by.
Woman pleads guilty to trying to steal identity
DELHI _ A Sidney woman pleaded guilty in Delhi Town Court on Wednesday to attempted identity theft for using another person’s ID while submitting an online credit-card application from her computer at work.
’Wick to spend record $16M on facilities
Hartwick College’s Board of Trustees has approved $3.1 million in upgrades to the Townhouses and Saxton Hall, President Richard Miller said last week.
1,000 run, walk for heart funds
ONEONTA _ About 1,000 people attended the American Heart Association Heart Run and Walk on Saturday at the State University College at Oneonta, organizers said Sunday.
DEP offers lots for use in farming
The New York City Bureau of Water Supply is opening 16 parcels of the Delaware County land it owns for farm use.
Oneonta City Court Report
Oneonta City Court reported that defendants pleaded guilty, unless otherwise indicated, and were fined and sentenced as listed below:
February 10, 2007
Otsego late with tax forms
The Otsego County Treasurer’s Office missed the deadline by one day for sending out federal tax statements to vendors that do business with the county.
Habitat hits house goal, doubles it
Habitat for Humanity of Otsego County surpassed its goal for 2006 by building six homes instead of three, members said.
Police identify injured man
COBLESKILL _ Saying they have exhausted all efforts to locate a relative, village police on Friday released the name of an injured resident who was found laying face down on Spring Street early Monday night.
Sidney board to review lease data
Terms of the lease for the former Masonville Elementary School will be discussed at Tuesday’s Sidney Central School Board of Education meeting, a school official said.
City water main breaks
City workers were trying to locate the source of a water main break at the corner of Bugbee Road and Blodgett Drive adjacent to the State University College at Oneonta on Friday afternoon.
area news roundup
ONEONTA _ The American Heart Association Heart Run Walk will be held from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, at the Dewar Arena in Alumni Field House at State University College at Oneonta, organizers said.
February 9, 2007
Report: Flood-warning system needs fix
Recommendations about how to improve warnings the next time the Susquehanna River floods were in a report released Thursday about the last incident.
Pay cut proposed for reps
COOPERSTOWN _ An Otsego County representative proposed that the board cut their salaries this year to send their constituents refund checks.
Otego staff guard pupils
When a Level 3 sex offender was identified by a parent across the street from Otego Elementary on Wednesday, a plan was put into effect to make sure all students got home safely, Principal Katy Barber said on Thursday.
60-unit complex proposed
The developers of a 60-unit condominium complex planned for the Sixth Ward say they are hoping to break ground as soon as possible.
Commission urged to lower reservoir levels
DELHI -- Representatives of an interstate commission were urged Thursday night to reduce water levels in New York City reservoirs as a means to mitigate potential flooding.
Former Hancock man accused in 2005 fire
DELHI _ A former Hancock resident was jailed without bail Wednesday after police charged him with arson and burglary in connection with a March 2005 house fire.
Area News Roundup
WALTON _ A 43-year-old Walton woman was arrested Wednesday for allegedly obtaining $15,575 in benefits she was not entitled to, Delaware County sheriff’s deputies said.
Oneonta City Court Report
Oneonta City Court reported that defendants pleaded guilty, unless otherwise indicated, and were fined and sentenced as listed below:
February 8, 2007
Otsego: Marchi on paid leave
COOPERSTOWN _ After meeting in executive session for more than 90 minutes Wednesday, the Otsego County Board of Representatives announced that Otsego Manor Administrator Edmond Marchi is on a paid leave of absence from his job.
Arbas pleads in Va. case
The son of a missing Laurens farmer pleaded guilty in a Virginia Beach, Va., court Jan. 30 to charges stemming from the abduction of a Navy pilot two years ago.
Fox alleges conspiracy to block clinic
The president of A.O. Fox Memorial Hospital has written a letter to the Otsego County Board of Representatives and a state agency claiming that area counties have "conspired" against a new clinic.
area news roundup
COBLESKILL _ An elderly village man who police say may have been the victim of a hit-and-run accident Monday night remained in critical but stable condition Wednesday at an Albany hospital.
Bovina wind survey finds concern
The results of a survey on wind power by the town of Bovina released Monday night indicated most residents were concerned about turbines.
Budget drafts given to city school board
The public presentations for the Oneonta City School District’s 2007-08 budget began Wednesday during the regular Board of Education meeting.
Woman dead after car crash
The death of Oxford woman in a one-car accident on county Route 32 in the town of Oxford between Tuesday night and Wednesday morning is under investigation, Chenango County deputies said.
Welder in fair condition
The construction worker injured in a fall at the Tyco Mallinckrodt plant in Hobart on Monday has been identified by his father as Robert Yount, 22, of St. Johnsbury, Vt.
Anti-war group meets tonight
A local group has scheduled a meeting for 7 tonight at the First United Methodist Church in Oneonta to discuss anti-war activities, organizers said.
Tractor-trailer narrowly misses house
No one was hurt when a tractor-trailer hauling buns drove off of state Route 206 and landed 4 inches from a house Wednesday afternoon, according to state police at Sidney.
Douglas indicted in son’s death
Corbin Douglas Sr., 21, of Morris, was arrested Tuesday morning on a 10-count federal drug indictment, including one instance that resulted in the death of his 14-month-old son, law-enforcement officials said.
Sources: Marchi drunk at work
Otsego Manor Administrator Edmond Marchi was drunk at work Monday at the county’s 174-bed nursing home in the town of Otsego, officials said.
Fox works to repair water-main break
ONEONTA _ Some offices at FoxCare Center are open again today after a water-main break flooded the building and left it without water Tuesday.
Mayor: Oneonta needs balance, respect
One of the biggest challenges facing the city in 2007 is balancing neighborhood integrity with the tourism industry, college students and new housing developments, Mayor John Nader said in his State of the City address Tuesday.
Diner in Sidney reopening today
The Trackside Diner in Sidney is scheduled to reopen today at 5 a.m., co-owner Nancy Hathaway saud Tyesdat.
Injured man found on Cobleskill road
COBLESKILL _ Village police are trying to determine what caused the injuries of a man who was found lying face down on Spring Street early Monday evening.
Man sentenced to prison for violation of probation
DELHI -- A 23-year-old Broome County man was sentenced Monday to five years in state prison after pleading guilty in Delaware County Court to attempted burglary.
Area News Brief
ONEONTA _ There will be a special joint meeting of the city Planning Commission and the Intergovernmental Affairs Committee at 7 tonight to discuss a proposed housing development.
February 6, 2007
Treasurer: Don’t blame me for tax error
Otsego County Treasurer Myrna Thayne has sent a sharply worded memorandum to Rep. Ronald Feldstein, D-Otego, warning him to ``cease providing false and misleading information to the residents and taxpayers of Otsego County.’
Arcuri to introduce NYRI bills
Three Democratic representatives from upstate New York announced Monday that they will introduce federal legislation to make it more difficult for the proposed New York Regional Interconnection power line to be built.
Dairy farmers to solicit aid from Albany
About 300 farmers will be in Albany today as the state Farm Bureau lobbies state legislators for help in dealing with the crisis facing farmers.
Worker hurt in fall from roof
A construction worker at the Tyco Mallinckrodt plant in Hobart fell more than a dozen feet Monday while welding beams, according to Hobart fire officials.
Council may pick developer tonight
The Common Council will not go into a closed session tonight before selecting a downtown developer, Mayor John Nader said Monday.
Douglas hearings adjourned
MORRIS _ Corbin Douglas still has multiple driving-while-intoxicated charges pending against him in two local courts.
Firefighters to get grant
The Bloomville Fire Department in Delaware County will receive a $109,807 grant from the 2006 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Public input can help flood laws,
chairman says
DELHI _ Board of Supervisors Chairman James Eisel says he hopes to pack the hall at a meeting Thursday in Delhi to drive home a point he said is "crucially important to the lives and economy" of Delaware County.
Alumni help SUCO reach $10M goal
The State University College at Oneonta is a national leader among public colleges when it comes to alumni giving back to their alma mater.
Training planned to address skills gap
A training program being offered by the tri-county Workforce Investment Board will address a "skills gap" that leaves many less-educated residents unqualified for good-paying, entry-level jobs in manufacturing.
State Grants Awarded
More than $560,000 in state grants has been awarded in the last 30 days as part of a program to help businesses rebuild from the June flood.
Man dies from crash injuries
A Delaware County man succumbed to injuries he suffered in the crash of his vehicle nearly two weeks ago.
At least 180 visit Chili Bowl
ONEONTA _ The chili flowed quickly at the third annual Chili Bowl in Oneonta on Sunday afternoon.
February 3, 2007
Counties failing to elect women
Women don’t have the presence in county government that they ought to have, according to a recent report from the University of Rochester.
High court is on docket
Michael Coccoma announced Friday that he is running for state Supreme Court justice in the Sixth Judicial District.
Job Corps students see life at work
Oneonta Job Corps Academy students on Friday joined thousands around the country who were taking part in Groundhog Job Shadow Day.
shop talk
This week, we talk to Chris Quereau, owner of GrafiQa Creative Services Inc., an Oneonta-based graphic design company.
Two of three United Ways reach goals
Local United Way agencies have completed their 2006 campaigns with mixed results, as two of the three organizations reporting said they exceeded their 2006 goal.
Area news roundup
Village offices in Sidney and Margaretville are expecting petitions next week from candidates who hope to be on the March 20 ballot.
Agreement pending in assault case
The final defendant in an alleged gang assault in Sidney did not need a day in court Wednesday after his attorney and the prosecutor reached an agreement on how to proceed, a Delaware County prosecutor said Thursday.
February 2, 2007
Otsego tax hike to average 3.4%
COOPERSTOWN _ Otsego County officials have recalculated tax rates, and the tax levy for 2007 will rise about 3.4 percent, according to Donald Lindberg, chairman of the Otsego County Board of Representatives.
Movie about local farm out on DVD
``American Farm,’’ a documentary about the Ames family farm on county Route 25 in the town of Richfield, is available on DVD.
Unatego official: Group could help
Unatego’s top administrator said Wednesday that the recent formation of a group of district residents could be helpful.
Teacher gets kids snowshoes
Recent snow allowed a Riverside Elementary physical-education teacher to share equipment purchased last year with some of his students.
City panel OKs rental permit
ONEONTA _ The city Board of Public Service overturned a Planning Commission vote from last month on a short-term summer-rental application.
Oneonta City Court Report
Oneonta City Court reported that defendants pleaded guilty, unless otherwise indicated, and were fined and sentenced as listed below:
Area hospital presidents hope for system changes
Officials from the area’s two largest hospitals said Wednesday they found things they liked and things that gave them pause in Gov. Eliot Spitzer’s budget proposal.
Girl glad ’to be back to normal"
MIDDLEFIELD _ Rhiannon Fralick shows remarkably few effects from the car crash that nearly killed her 10 months ago.
NYRI route could shift
New York Regional Interconnect Inc. is studying alternative routes for its proposed $1.6 billion, 200-mile-long power line, according to project manager, William May.
Marchi given hardship driver’s license
Edmond Marchi received a hardship license after pleading innocent to charges of driving while intoxicated, failure to keep right and leaving the scene of a property-damage accident at his arraignment Wednesday in Richfield Town Court.
Ex-justice sentenced for stealing power
SCHOHARIE _ Former Town of Esperance Justice Charles P. Myles, convicted of stealing electricity by tampering with a meter, was sentenced in Schoharie County Court on Wednesday.
Man charged with selling drugs in area
An indictment handed up before Judge Michael Coccoma on Monday in Otsego County Court charges an Oneonta man with selling cocaine in the city.
Man arrested after standoff with troopers
A Unadilla man pointed a gun at state police overnight on Sunday but was taken into custody without further incident, according to Lt. James Barnes of Troop C headquarters in Sidney.
