It’s official, The Chenango County Dairy Princess is now also the New York State’s 58th Dairy Princess. Norwich resident and SUNY Oneonta graduate Shelby Benjamin was crowned in a virtual ceremony on Tuesday. Benjamin will receive a $1,200 scholarship and serve for a year as a dairy industry ambassador and spokesperson, advocating for farmers and … Read more
An Oneonta taxi driver has been arrested for soliciting sexual acts in exchange for the cab fare. Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies investigated a report of an individual being solicited by Jeremy Wilcox of Oneonta. Wilcox was charged with 1 count of patronizing a person for prostitution, he was issued an appearance ticket and must appear … Read more
If the President’s American Rescue Plan passes through Congress, the Southern Tier may see some much needed financial relief. The state of New York would receive a little over $12.5B as part of this plan, while smaller municipal governments across the state would receive more than $10B. Chenango county would receive $9M as part of … Read more
The City of Cooperstown has reacted positively to news that the Hall of Fame Induction ceremony will be televised this year and that all other events connected to the yearly ceremony will be cancelled due to COVID19. “We’re glad the Hall has made this call for everyone’s safety,” said Cooperstown Mayor Ellen Tillapaugh, “It’s hard … Read more
The City of Oneonta is accepting applications to fill a vacancy in the Central Garage. The job may be filled as an Automotive Mechanic or an Automotive Serviceperson depending qualifications. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Interested candidates can visit.oneonta.ny.us/personnel for job descriptions and special pandemic related application instructions. … Read more
The City of Oneonta has been named as one of the 20 most picturesque small towns in America by Microsoft News.com. In a Lifestyles slideshow, the city is described as “in upstate New York’s Susquehanna Valley, Oneonta is full of impressive historic buildings, such as the Beaux Arts-style Oneonta Hotel and the Queen Anne-style Masonic … Read more
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce will be starting their “Leaderful Delaware” classes virtually, starting in March on 2 afternoons a month for 8 months. The classes will explore how the body and mind responds to stress and how it impacts behaviors and emotions. Attendees will identify their own personal challenges and then practice with … Read more
Bassett Medical Center’s surgical weight-loss program has been designated a Blue Distinction Center+ for Bariatric Surgery by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield as part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program. Blue Distinction Centers are nationally designated health care facilities that show expertise in delivering improved patient safety and better health outcomes, based on objective measures that … Read more
Bassett Healthcare Network has resumed partial visitation for inpatients at its hospital locations, including A.O. Fox Hospital in Oneonta, Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown, Cobleskill Regional Hospital, Little Falls Hospital, and O’Connor Hospital in Delhi. Visitation hours are limited from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays. On weekends, … Read more
A Richfield man has been arrested on charges of possession of child pornography. New York State Police arrested Justin M. Lopez at his residence on February 4th as the result of a cyber tip that sparked an investigation. Lopez was found to be in possession of pornagraphic videos involving children. He is scheduled to be … Read more