SUNY Oneonta’s Beck Earns SUNY FACT2 Excellence Award

An instructional designer in SUNY Oneonta’s Teaching, Learning and Technology Center has earned a 2021 SUNY Faculty Advisory Council on Teaching & Technology Excellence Award for Instructional Support. The award given to Ed Beck recognizes his leadership on campus and across SUNY in multiple distance education and open learning initiatives, including spearheading the successful SUNY … Read more

NYSP Investigate Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting In Oneonta

State Police are investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred Tuesday afternoon in the city of Oneonta. According to a news release Oneonta Police responded to a report of a domestic incident on River Street and officers encountered 23-year-old Tyler Johnson who was armed with a knife. During the encounter an officer fired his duty … Read more

Richmondville Man Facing Felony Child Pornography Charge

A felony child pornography charge is brought against a Richmondville man following a multi-jurisdictional investigation headed by State Police. Last Friday Robert Kucienski was taken into custody after a search warrant was executed at his home. The search also resulted in the seizure of an unregistered handgun. Kucienski was arraigned in Richmondville Town Court then … Read more

Authorities Warn Of High Fire Danger Through Today

Area law enforcement agencies and fire departments issued a reminder that New York’s burn ban remains in effect through May 14. The reminder was the result of the National Weather Service’s special weather statement warning of increased fire danger due to low humidity and gusty winds. Officials say it’s also important to exercise extra caution … Read more

Edmeston Music Teacher To March In ’22 Tournament Of Roses Parade

An Edmeston music teacher will ring in the new year in Pasadena, California as a participant in the 2022 Tournament of Roses Parade. Michelle Fritts will march with 300 other band directors from across the country to recognize and salute the dedication and accomplishments of band directors everywhere including public and private schools at all … Read more

NY Launches “Roll Up Your Sleeve” COVID-19 Vaccine Campaign

Now that New Yorkers ages 16 and older are qualified to get a COVID-19 shot the state kicked off its “Roll Up Your Sleeve” Campaign” to encourage those elegible to sign up for a vaccination appointment. Officials say since demand for vaccine still outstrips supply New Yorkers are encouraged to remain patient and are advised … Read more

COVID-19 Vaccination Clininc In Walton On Friday

A COVID-19 vaccination clinic will be held on Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at UHS Primary Care – Walton, located on the main campus of UHS Delaware Valley Hospital on Titus Place. Doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine will be given to those who meet current state guidelines. The registration link is … Read more

Dietz St. Project To Reduce Parking Availability

Beginning today a significant portion of the Dietz St. parking lot will be fenced off for construction activities. The city sold part of the lot to a developer constructing a 4-story, mixed-use building. During construction more than 100 parking spaces will remain available in the northern section of the Dietz Street Lot. In addition to … Read more

Oneonta Common Council Approves Police Reform Reccomendations

After a public hearing on Thursday the Oneonta Common Council approves the police reform plans created by the Community Advisory Board. Governor Andrew Cuomo ordered all municipalities to come up with police reforms following the death of Minneapolis resident George Floyd while in police custody. The next step is for the Board to come up … Read more