The union representing New York State Troopers says it’s outraged that the suspect accused of shooting a trooper in Deposit is now out on bail. Attorneys for Scott Mawhiney argued he was not a public threat and a judge agreed. The union’s president says Mawhiney’s release is another failure of New York’s bail reform law. … Read more
The Arc Otsego gives Price Chopper Cooperstown The Arc New York’s 2021 Employer Recognition Award. Price Chopper has consistently hired individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and managers continue to inform the nonprofit’s Employment Specialists when they have openings and provide advancement opportunities for the individuals being supported. Source: Press release
New York makes $35 million available to provide service and operating funds for 1,400 supportive housing units for vulnerable and at-risk populations. Those include homeless veterans and their families; victims of domestic violence; individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and those with substance abuse issues. This is the state’s sixth round of funding. Source: https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-cuomo-announces-35-million-available-fund-operating-costs-least-1400-supportive
Oneonta Mayor Gary Herzig is concerned over the increase in COVID-19 cases and the lower-than-average vaccination rate in the county. According to All Otsego Herzig touched on those two topics at Tuesday’s Common Council meeting saying they didn’t anticipate a resistance to the vaccines. So far there are no plans to re-implement mask restrictions. Source: … Read more
Karl O’Leary is the new Cooperstown Central School District Jr./Sr. High School Principal..O’Leary has more than 17 years of experience and served as an English teacher and coach. He is an avid runner, cyclist, and enjoys the outdoors with his two sons. O’Leary says he is thrilled to be returning to the area. Source: https://www.cooperstowncs.org/o/cooperstown-csd/live_feed
The Chenango County Historical Society and the Tri-County Chapter of New York State Women, Inc. will host a special program on Aug. 26. in celebration of Women’s Equality Day. It begins at 5:30 p.m. in the David & Carol Miller Pavilion adjancent to the Historical Society. A reception will follow the program. Source: Press release
Three UHS Delaware Valley Hospital staff members were recognized by the hospital’s new President and CEO, Rolland Bojo, Jr. with a “Living Our Values Every Day award. They are Serena Tompkins, of the food and nutrition department, nursing supervisor Peg Hansen and nursing assistant Michelle Lamb. Award nominations can be submitted by patients and their … Read more
A heads up if you need to go to Oneonta City Hall today. Crews will be replacing a catch basin near the parking lot exit and that means S. Main Street will be closed to traffic. Work is to wrap up by 3:30 p.m. Officials say to use caution and obey temporary traffic control devices. … Read more
SUNY Oneonta’s Gender and Sexuality Resource Center is still seeking individuals to facilitate Dialogue Sessions this fall. The sessions are intentional 60-90 minute conversations around topics involving gender and/or sexuality. Facilitators can be faculty, staff or students. If you would like to facilitate a dialogue session contact the Center’s Emily Phelps by Aug. 23. Source: … Read more
New York’s teachers union says they are not in favor of mandatory COVID-19 vaccines. According to a media release the union says it is critical that districts dcome up with plans to make COVID-19 testing available on-site and at no cost. Governor Andrew Cuomo says a mandated vaccine for teachers may be ordered if COVID-19 … Read more