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New Mexican Restaurant Coming to Oneida County
There was a time in Central New York that there were barely a handful of Mexican Restaurants. Now, there seem to be more and more popping up every day. That is not a bad thing!. Most people know the classics like Rio Grande Tex Mex in Washington Mills and Pedro's...
State Supreme Court Justice facing removal after threatening to shoot Black teenagers
A New York State Supreme Court Justice is suspended and facing possible removal from the bench after threatening to shoot a group of Black teenagers. It happened at a house party near Utica in the summer of 2022, but police body cam video and report findings from the incident are just now being released.
Upstate NY clinic exec pocketed $150k worth of checks meant to cover cost of medical devices, feds say
A former executive at a health clinic in Cooperstown, Otsego County, pocketed more than $150,000 in checks that were meant to reimburse the cost of medical devices, federal prosecutors said Tuesday. Kevin Harrington, 50, of Oneonta, pleaded guilty this week to two counts of mail fraud, prosecutors from the U.S....
Christine Grieg McNaughton1946-2024
COOPERSTOWN—Christine Grieg McNaughton, 78, passed away on July 20, 2024 at Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown. A native of Niskayuna, New York, she graduated from Niskayuna High School and from the College of Saint Rose in Albany, and subsequently taught art in Albany public schools. Moving on to the New...
National History Day Competition Still Going Strong
SUNY Oneonta hosted the New York State level of the National History Day competition in mid-April. This is an annual event that allows students from grades 6-8 (Junior level), and 9-12 (Senior level) to research a historic topic which can then be presented in any of five ways: documentaries, exhibitions, performances, websites, and papers. The majority of these can be done either as an individual or with a group of two to five students, with papers being the exception, as individual only. Primary and secondary sources are required for all research, which is centered on an annual theme. This year, in recognition of NHD’s 50th anniversary, the theme was “Turning Points In History.”
Full Johnstown council not present for 61% of meetings since 2022
JOHNSTOWN — Fewer than half of Johnstown Common Council meetings since 2022 were fully attended by lawmakers. All five representatives were present at 14 out of 36 meetings dating to the beginning of Mayor Amy Praught’s administration, according to a recent data crunch from the Daily Gazette Family of Newspapers.
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO
KIDS’ ACTIVITY—10 a.m. “Play” Stations with the Village Library of Cooperstown. Recommended ages 5-8. Held at Fly Creek Methodist Church, 852 County Route 26, Fly Creek. Visit https://www.facebook.com/VillageLibraryOfCooperstown/. LIBRARY—9-10 a.m. Exercise Class. Designed for seniors, but all welcome. Held each Thursday. Worcester-Schenevus Library, 170 Main Street,...
Pauline Mary LaLiberty
Pauline Mary LaLiberty Gloversville - Pauline Mary LaLiberty, 65, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2024, surrounded by her family. Pauline was born in Gloversville on May 7, 1959 to the late Paul Sr. and Ila Mae (Bush) Zuckerwar. In keeping with Pauline's wishes, there will be no funeral services....
Susquehanna SPCA Pet of the Week – Cupid
Meet the Susquehanna SPCA “Pet of the Week” – her name is Cupid. Each week on Thursday mornings at 8:30 am on Classic Hits 103.1fm, Josh will host Allison Hungerford, licensed Vet Tech at the Susquehanna SPCA, who will tell us all about a special dog or cat at the shelter looking for its forever home which has been overlooked by visitors for some reason. Many times, it's because many animals are shy while in the shelter because it can be a stressful situation! Once adopted, many cats and dogs warm right up to their owners.
James Michael Leonardo1955-2024
A medical oncologist for 31 years, Jim took particular pleasure in learning about his patients—not just their illnesses, but their families, jobs and hobbies. Patients and colleagues alike noted his gentle compassion and easy sense of humor. He worked at several medical centers throughout his career, but his time at Bassett Healthcare was particularly fulfilling as his relationships in the Cooperstown community became intertwined with his professional practice.
Deborah Fisher
Deborah Fisher Gloversville - Deborah Fisher, 72, passed away July 17, 2024. Born in Gloversville on September 13, 1951 to the late Anthony Fisher and Ruth Foster. A lifelong resident of Gloversville and graduate of Gloversville High School. She worked for several local businesses, most recently Century Linen. She is survived by her sister Connie Roberts, and her much loved niece and nephew: Christina and Anthony Roberts.
Burlett, Garfield
Garfield W. Burlett Gloversville - Garfield W. Burlett, 80, of Gloversville, NY, passed away on June 18, 2024. Gar is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Claudia, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and many friends. Services will be held Aug.1st at the Mayfield Presbyterian Church, 22 N Main St., Mayfield,...
Several area riders post Royal Mountain wins
CAROGA LAKE — After the last two weeks of Wednesday night supercross were postponed by wet weather, Royal Mountain Ski Area returned to action Thursday with a supercross event. A total of 10 area riders were among the winners. Johnstown’s Kip Simonds III, Amsterdam’s Damion Brown, Johnstown’s Ethan Cornell,...
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