The Susquehanna SPCA will host free rabies vaccination clincs once a month starting in March. The clinics held in partnership with the Otsego County Department of Health will be at the SPCA’s new location on State Route 28. Check the SPCA’s Facebook page for dates, times and details. Source: https://www.facebook.com/SQSPCA/posts/4807318409327681
Oneonta Mayor Mark Drnek announced there has been a COVID-19 outbreak at City Hall so all meetings are now being held virtually. He also provided this update. http://blogaudio.virtualnewscenter.com/WDOS-011022-DRNEK-Herzig.mp3 He asks everyone to take Omicron seriously.
New fares are in effect for Oneonta Public Transit. Adults are $1.50 while seniors 62 and older are a dollar. Students in grades K through 12 are 75 cents while kids under 5 ride free. The Cooperstown route is $3.75 for adults, $2.25 for seniors and students 5 through 18. Source: https://www.facebook.com/cityofoneonta/posts/297537699087159
Sports betteing in New York begins Saturday at 8:00 a.m. Caesars Sportsbook, DraftKings, FanDuel and Rush Street Interactive are approved to operate while the remaining five conditionally licensed Mobile Sports Wagering Operators will be approved on a rolling basis when requirements are met. Source: https://www.gaming.ny.gov/pdf/MSW%20Launch%20Statement%20010622.pdf
Skiing fanatics can now show their love of the sport on their license plates. The DMV unveiled the “I SKI” specialty plate on Thursday. The plates cost $70 plus a recurring fee with $10 of that going to nonprofit organization Ski Areas of New York, Inc. Source: https://www.iskiny.com/deals/nys-ski-license-plate
State Police announced the man wanted in a town of Oneonta assault is now in custody. It happened at a State Route 23 hotel and investigators say the victim was injured by a machete-type knife during an argument. The man from Sidney now faces a felony charge. Source: https://www.nyspnews.com/man-wanted-for-serious-assault-in-oneonta-arrested.htm
A fire broke out Thursday at Motel 88 on Chestnut Street in Oneonta. Firefighters found heavy flames coming from an unoccupied room and it was under control in about 30 minutes. There were no injuries. Worcester and Franklin fire departments assisted. The fire’s cause is under investigation.
Delaware County Public Health announces they have received a limited number of COVID-19 home test kits from the state and they are being distributed to town offices. Contact your town clerk for distribution information. The county just launched a portal to report self-test results. Source: https://www.facebook.com/dcphns/posts/411002437367917
The Susquehanna SPCA pays tribute to actress and animal activist Betty White by adding a great book about her to their reading corner for kids to enjoy while they are there. Social media is promoting the #BettyWhiteChallenge where shelter donations are made in her name. White died last week at the age of 99. Source: … Read more
City of Norwich lawmakers are considering plans for replacing water mains in the downtown area. According to the Evening Sun the areas of South Broad Street and East Main Street have some sections dating back to the 1880s. Officials estimate the costs at $6.5 million. Source: https://www.evesun.com/news/stories/2022-01-06/35866/Norwich-discusses-options-for-water-main-replacement-project