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YARD SALES—9 a.m. to 4 p.m. “Carnival of Sales.” Unadilla residents host yard sales throughout the village. Includes live music, food trucks and vendors on Main Street, Unadilla. Visit https://www.facebook.com/UnadillaCarnivalSales. DEADLINE—Last day to register. “Kids Art Camp.” Children aged 6-14 explore their artistic sides in fun and...
Celebrating Otsego’s Shining Stars
Much attention has been given of late to two of the most iconic portrait photographers of all time—Marc Hom and Dmitri Kasterine—and deservedly so. Well known on the world stage, both are Otsego County transplants of whom we can be proud. In fact, we can be proud of...
NY weather update: Tornado warning previously issued will expire at 8:45 p.m.
The warning was for Otsego County. "The storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits, and no longer appears capable of producing a tornado. Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 9 p.m. for central New York," according to the National Weather Service.
Summer Tourism Promotes Development
Travel and tourism are among the most powerful ways of connecting locals and travelers worldwide while simultaneously powering up the local economy. With visitor spending continuously on the rise, Otsego County generated more than $37 million in state and local taxes in 2022. This total includes food and beverage, lodging, retail, transportation, and other forms of recreation, including events. Additionally, tourism-related jobs tremendously impact our immediate community, supporting over 2,878 jobs, roughly around 13.2 percent of Otsego County’s total jobs.
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO
HISTORY—6:30 p.m. “Cooperstown & Charlotte Valley RR: The Complete History of the Cooperstown Railroad from 1869 to Present, Including the Famous Cooperstown Railroad War.” Presented by rail historian Jim Loudon. Otsego County Historical Association at the Kinney Memorial Library, 3140 County Route 11, Hartwick. (607) 547-8070 or visit https://www.facebook.com/OtsegoCountyHistorical/
Hurricane Remnants Headed for Otsego County, New York
We're about to go from one extreme to the other. Like we reported yesterday, our area is currently under a heat warning with indices reaching around 102 degrees. Like your favorite product you've seen on TV, wait, there's more. The remnants of hurricane Beryl are headed our way. Tomorrow, the...
Maine Should Be Aware of This New ‘Sophisticated’ Scam
Our Pine Tree State is no stranger to scams, and this one has state police warning residents to stay alert. Scams, unfortunately, are always going to be around, preying on vulnerable people. There are always those who seek to take advantage of others for monetary gain. Scam artists are getting increasingly creative, and their schemes are becoming more advanced.
Heat alert issued for Upstate NY: It could feel like 100 degrees
Syracuse, N.Y. -- The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for Tuesday afternoon across much of Upstate New York. Temperatures on Tuesday afternoon are expected to reach into the mid 90s, and the high humidity could make it feel more like 100 degrees, the weather service said. “Hot...
Heat Advisory in Effect for Otsego County, New York
The National Weather Service has issued the following advisory:. ...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM EDT TUESDAY... *WHAT...Heat index values up to 100 in New York and 103 in Pennsylvania expected. *WHERE...Portions of central New York and northeast Pennsylvania, especially in the valleys. * WHEN...From noon to...
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