Fireworks Over the Fairgrounds will be returning to the Chenango County Fairgrounds on July 4 after a 2-year absence due to the pandemic. According to the Evening Sun attendees will also see musical performances, food vendors, and youth activities, as well as a tractor pull. Tickets are $15. Source: https://www.evesun.com/news/stories/2022-06-13/36595/Fireworks-Over-the-Fairgrounds-returns-to-Chenango-County ‘
Ulster County Executive Patrick Ryan is the Democratic nominee to run in the August 23 special election to fill the remainder of former 19th District Congressman Antonio Delgado’s term. Delgado stepped down after being selected as Lt. Governor. County democratic chairpersons in the district voted to select Ryan. Source: Democrats nominate Ryan for special election
Beginning today the main entrance to UHS Delaware Valley Hospital will be closed for approximately 3 weeks, while workers install new, heated pavement and a canop. During the closure use the ER Walk-in Entrance located to the left of the Ambulance Entrance. The screener will be at that location during the project. Source: Press release
Bassett Medical Center is recognized for excellence in lactation care by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners and the International Lactation Consultant Association. The award recognizes that Bassett consistently staffs certified professionals and completed activities that help protect, promote, and support breastfeeding. Source: Press release
The Department of Environmental Conservation announced that the open season for largemouth and smallmouth bass starts this Wednesday and runs through Nov. 30. Special regulations exist for some waters as outlined in the current fishing regulations guide and should be closely reviewed before heading out to fish. Source: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/NYSDEC/bulletins/31a95c9
A 4-month-long poll from Unite NY and John Zogby Strategies finds a majority of respondents think New York is heading in the wrong direction and want reforms including addressing crime & public safety. Over 4 in 10 of those surveyed said they are seriously considering moving out of state. Souhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/johnzogby/2022/06/10/new-york-voters-to-albany-were-not-happy-and-we-want-reform/?sh=7a7404f25458rce
A City of Oneonta contractor is conducting bridge repair work today at the intersection of Center Street and East Street. Slow traffic and potential delays should be expected. Sidewalk construction takes place today through Wednesday on West St. between Chestnut Street and Franklin Street resulting in limited pedestrian access. Source: https://local.nixle.com/alert/9473325/ and https://local.nixle.com/alert/9473263/
Fire broke out at a Burlingtonhome on Friday. It happened on County Highway 16 and according to police the homeowner first tried to put out the fire on his own but when it grew they called 9-1-1. No was injured and the fire’s cause is under investigation. Source: https://www.facebook.com/OtsegoSheriff/posts/363786005849089
The Fenimore Chamber Orchestra presents its inaugural concert at 3:30 p.m. on August 27 at Christ Church Episcopal in Cooperstown. According to All Otsego the Orchestra’s performance is made possibly by the generosity of donors. The Orchestra also offers music education programming in Cooperstown & the surrounding area. Source: Orchestra announces inaugural concerts
Those enrolled in the state’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will receive the maximum allowable level of food benefits for June. Households already receiving the maximum monthly benefit, and those that had been receiving an emergency allotment will receive a supplemental payment of at least $95. Source: https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-announces-234-million-additional-food-assistance-june