The Norwich Downtown Revitalization Initiative Local Planning Committee will meet virtually next Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. The committee is to finalize the slate of projects to be included in Norwich’s Strategic Investment Plan. This meeting is open to all members of the public. Meeting info is at norwichdri.com. Source: https://www.norwichdri.com/event-details/lpc-meeting-7-2

Modified visitation procedures for inmate visitation at the Chenango County Jail are now in effect. Visitation will be on Saturdays and Sundays with 2 visitors allowed per inmate. Visits will be 1 hour in duration. Visitors are encouraged to call and make an appointment for visitation. Source: https://www.facebook.com/chenango.sheriff/posts/394275909394308

A new exhibit opens today at the Chenango Arts Council. It’s titled ‘The HeART of Norwich’ and is a collection by local historian John Antonowicz of artworks created by Chenango County artists or depicting the community. An opening reception is at 5:30 p.m. with light refreshments provided. Source: https://www.chenangoarts.org/get-involved/community-calendar.html/event/2022/07/01/heart-of-norwich-as-collected-by-john-antonowixz

Electric vehicle owners can recharge for free during the Independence Day weekend at any of the state’s EVolve NY Fast Charging stations. There are nearly 100 high speed chargers along New York State’s major travel corridors. EVs equipped with fast charging capability can charge up at a station in as little as 20 minutes. Source: … Continue Reading Free Electric Vehicle Fast Charging at Evolve NY Sites for July 4 Weekend

New York has new laws targeting anti-consumer ticketing practices in the live event industry. The measures ban hidden fees and expand penalties for using ticket purchasing software or scalper bots. Delivery fees are now prohibited on tickets that are sent electronically or printed at home. Source: https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-signs-legislation-targeting-unfair-ticketing-practices-live-event-industry

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is participating in the global observance of “Plastic Free July”. Taking small steps this month to reduce or reuse single-use plastics help create a collective positive impact for the planet and the communities. Less waste means less litter and decreased trash hauling costs. Source: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/NYSDEC/bulletins/31d6cc5

The mobile cancer screening coach will be at the Stamford Tops on July 28 from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. to provide no cost mammograms and Pap tests to people 40 and over. Insurance is billed for those with coverage. Colorectal cancer screening kits are also available for people age 45 and over. Source: https://www.facebook.com/OtsegoCountyDepartmentofHealth/posts/402274638599451

The City of Norwich is installing 4 electric vehicle chargers. Officials say they signed an agreement with Greenspot to obtain the chargers at no cost. They will be located in the Hayes St. Parking lot, Red Roof Inn Parking lot, East Main Street parking lot and the Fire Department parking lot Source: https://www.wbng.com/2022/06/30/city-norwich-install-ev-electric-vehicle-chargers/

State troopers catch a 19-year-old man in the act of burglarizing a town of Oneonta business. When officers arrived they found the man was in possession of stolen merchandise from the store. The man who is frm Meredith is charged with felony burglary and is free on his own recognizance. Source: https://www.nyspnews.com/caught-in-act-trooper-catch-man-who-had-just-broken-into-business-in-oneonta.htm

Hartwick College’s Yager Museum of Art & Culture brings back its series of Summer Crafternoons for children aged 5-12 starting July 6, from noon – 3 pm. Summer Crafternoons are designed to allow children to explore their creativity in the setting of the Museum’s galleries. The programs are free to the public. Source: Hartwick’s Yager … Continue Reading Hartwick College’s Yager Museum of Art & Culture Brings Back Summer Crafternoons