Last week the state Department of Environmental Conservation partnered with the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities and the Division of Veterans Services to hold an event in Sherburne to connect people to nature and provide increased access to the outdoors. ‘Get Outdoors and Get Together Day’ brings people together for fun and healthy activities. … Read more
Triple-A reports the average price for a gallon of regular gas in Otsego, Chenango and Delaware counties now tops $5. That’s a little below the state average and in line with the national average. The regional diesel fuel price is $6.13 which is a slight decline from a week ago. Source: https://gasprices.aaa.com/?state=NY
The Worcester-Schenevus Library is holds the 50th annual Strawberry Festival on Saturday. The event starts at 11:00 a.m. on the library grounds which is a change from years past when it was held at the First Presbyterian Church of Worcester. Brooks’ House of Bar-B-Q is serving a chicken dinner at the event.
Teachers from Delaware Academy, Sidney and Walton are recognized as Empire State Excellence in Teaching Award winners. They are Theresa Sherman, Lori DePauw and Jodie Day. Each will receive a $5,000 stipend to apply toward professional learning opportunities to continue to develop their knowledge and skills. Source: https://www.suny.edu/excellence-in-teaching/awardees/
Cooperstown Mayor Ellen Tillapaugh and Oneonta Mayor Mark Drnek are partnering to create a campaign for attracting businesses and people to relocate in Otsego County. According to All Otsego the “Cooperstown Corridor” project markets the 25-mile long stretch from the city of Oneonta to the villages of Milford and Cooperstown. Source: Mayors meet to market
Preferred Mutual Insurance Company annouces its 2022 scholarship winners. According to the Evening Sun they are Alexander Page from Morris Central School, Natalie Segina from Laurens Central School, Morgan Hodge from Unadilla Valley Central School and Ben Gorrell also from Unadilla Valley. Source: https://www.evesun.com/news/stories/2022-06-15/36609/Preferred-mutual-insurance-company-announces-2022-college-scholarship-recipients
Otsego, Chenango and Delaware counties receive funding from the state’s Summer Youth Employment Program which introduces young people from low-income families into the labor market. Participants can develop useful skills that will help them improve school performance and become responsible adults.The 3 counties received a total of nearly $460,000. Source: https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-announces-more-46-million-provide-summer-jobs-disadvantaged-youth
Delaware County Public Health is holding a free rabies vaccination clinic today from 4:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. at the Franklin Fire Hall on Main St. It is for dogs, cats and ferrets. Owners are asked to bring the previous vaccination record to verify their pet is eligible for three-year coverage. Source: https://www.wicz.com/story/46689353/free-rabies-vaccination-clinic-to-be-held-in-franklin
A contractor working for the City of Oneonta will be pouring various sections of sidewalk throughout the City today. Work will occur between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Officials ask residents to communicate all questions or concerns related to this project to the Department of Public Service. Source: https://local.nixle.com/alert/9481597/
A man is charged with stealing a rental moving truck in Hartwick. Police say an investigation determined the man lived in Madison County and he was found there driving the stolen truck. Authorities took him into custody and he remains in the Madison County jail on charges from both jurisdictions. Source: https://www.facebook.com/OtsegoSheriff/posts/365864162307940