Oberacker Welcoimes Student Shadows To Albany

State Senator Peter Oberacker recently welcomed students from the 51st Senate District to the Capitol as part of the 23rd annual Students Inside Albany conference. The event sponsored by the League of Women Voters of New York State increases high school students’ awareness of New York’s governmental process.

Splash Path 5k a colorful success

Pathfinder Village’s 10th annual Splash Path 5k and Fun Walk achieved a new fundraising milestone raising $30,000. The money supports the Pathfinder Produce Mobile Market and vocational programs for adults with intellectual disabilities. The event was held last Saturday.

New Gift Card Law Starts Jube 20

New York Secretary of State Robert J. Rodriguez reminded businesses of a new law to protect consumers from potential gift card scams. Effective June 20 all businesses selling gift cards must display a notice to caution consumers about gift card fraud.

Insider Views of Businesses Coming in June

Rresidents can get a behind-the-scenes look at county businesses during June through a series hosted by the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber’s Business After Hours program allows visitors to view facilities that may not be generally open to the public, and learn new skills.

Unemployment Down Again In Otsego County

The state labor department reports Otsego County unemployment dropped again last month to 2.8%. Chenango County had 2.5% unemployment in April and it was , 2.9% in Delaware County. The state unemployment rate was 4% which is a tenth of a point decline.

Turkey Hunter Charged With Shooting Decoy

A turkey hunter ends up in trouble for shooting a decoy in the Bear Spring Mountain Wildlife Management Area. State Forest Rangers caught the man who sped away after realizing he had shot a fake turkey. The man now has a date to appear in town of Walton Court.

Molinaro Pays Tribute To Oneonta Soldier

19th district congressman Marc Molinaro paid tribute on the House of Representatives floor to Chief Warrant Officer Christopher Eramo. The Army Officer from Oneonta died in a helicopter crash in Alaska last month. Molinao also paid tribute to the sacrifices service members make on a daily basis

Injured Raven Found In Summit

An injured raven was found last week in in the town of Summit. A state forest ranger was assisted by neighbord in capturing the bird which was still able to quickly hop and glide away. The Friends of the Feathered and Furry wildlife center treated the raven.