Chenango County Could Receive $9 Million in Assistance

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

Cooperstown Reacts to Hall of Fame Cancellations

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

Oneonta Looking for Help in the City Garage

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

Leadership Delaware Begins in Delaware County Next Month

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 Surgical Weight Loss Program Receives Distinction

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 Resumes Limited Visitation at Some of Its Facilities

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

Richfield Man Arrested on Child Pornography Charges

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

Ilion Man Arrested on Charges of Criminal Sexual Act

An Ilion man was arrested on suspicion of forcibly touching a child under the age of 17. John W. Farrington was arrested earlier this month and charged with second-degree criminal sexual act, forcible touching and endangering the welfare of a child. Farrington was arraigned and remanded to Herkimer County Correctional Facility in lieu of $5,000 … Read more

Fundraiser for the Friends of Doubleday

Six award-winning artists have donated prints to the Friends of Doubleday to help raise funds dedicated to continuing improvements and programs at the baseball shrine. Artists include renowned illustrator James Bennett, Andy Brown, Todd Radom, Susanne Reece , Graig Kreindler and Nate Katz. Signed prints of those unique impressions are now available for purchase at … Read more