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Happenin’ Otsego: 12-12-23

HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12 Make a Christmas Tree Table Topper with the Harris Memorial Library WINTER CRAFT—10 a.m. “Decorative Christmas Tree Table Topper.” Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661 or visit https://www.facebook.com/harrislibrary/ BLOOD DRIVE—3-7 p.m. YMCA at the Southside Mall, 5006 State Highway 23, Oneonta. RedCrossBlood.org…

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In Memoriam: Mary S. Carson

OTEGO—Our beloved Mary (Shultis) Carson, 89, of Otego, New York, died peacefully at home on November 22, 2023. While we miss her dearly, her light and her love will shine on in our hearts.
Mary was born in Oneonta on June 6, 1934 to Gertrude (Champlin) and Francis Edmund Shultis. A lifetime resident of Otego, she graduated from Otego Central School in 1952. Mary met the love of her life, John Carson, when they were juniors in high school, and they…

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‘Ponies, Pumpkins and Puppies: Oh, My!’

‘Ponies, Pumpkins and Puppies: Oh, My!’ By Anneliese Gilchrest The crisp smell of autumn, combined with sizzling Liam’s Hot Dogs and delicious grub from S&S Café of Bainbridge, filled the air at Athelas Therapeutic Riding Inc.’s Fall Festival on Saturday, October 1. More than 200 people gathered to support the cause while enjoying the weather and seasonal festivities at Athelas, located at 1179 County Highway 5, Otego. Inside the large indoor facility at Northfield Farm LLC, therapy ponies Powder and…

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Police Identify Human Remains Found in Morris

Police Identify Human Remains Found in Morris The New York State Police at Oneonta were asking for help from the public in identifying the remains of a female found in the town of Morris. On August 11, they released photos of a ring, a necklace and a pair of Carolina boots. The photos were posted on Facebook and elsewhere, asking for help from anyone with information. The original press release stated: “The New York State Police at Oneonta are investigating…

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In Memoriam Janet L. Frankl, 72 Dec. 9, 1949 – Mar. 19, 2022

In Memoriam Janet L. Frankl, 72 Dec. 9, 1949 – Mar. 19, 2022 OTEGO – Janet L. Frankl, 72, passed away peacefully at home with family on March 19, 2022. She was born December 9, 1949 in Livingston, Montana, the daughter of Joseph and Dorothy (Kinnick) Adams.  Janet grew up on a cattle ranch south of Livingston in Paradise Valley on the Yellowstone River.  The family raised black angus cattle.  Janet was proud to show the steers in 4-H competitions.  …

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Buzz Hesse wants ‘wrong’ sign to come down

It’s not the Mohawk Valley, says Otego’s Buzz Hesse [Editor’s note: This piece comes from the careful pen of Buzz Hesse, Otego, New York, resident and an expert on New York’s geography and geology.] Did you know we now live in the Mohawk Valley Region? Traveling east on I-88 at Otego, New York exit 12 (mile marker 46), there is a relatively new New York State sign promoting the state’s tourism. At the bottom of the sign, in huge letters,…

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In Memoriam Barbara Calabrese, 77 September 30, 1944 – February 22, 2022

In Memoriam Barbara Calabrese, 77 Sept. 30, 1944 – Feb. 22, 2022 OTEGO – Barbara Calabrese, age 77, of Otego, N.Y., passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 peacefully in her home while being cared for by Clyde, Michael and Jessica Bliss. Barbara was born on September 30, 1944 to Frank and Evelyn Insetta in Brooklyn, N.Y. Barbara was predeceased by both of her parents and her brother, John Insetta. She is survived by her longtime companion and best friend…

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In Memoriam Marshall L. Thorne, 80  Oct. 23, 1941 – Jan. 28, 2022

In Memoriam Marshall L. Thorne, 80  Oct. 23, 1941 – Jan. 28, 2022 COOPERSTOWN – Marshall Lewis Thorne, 80, a life-long resident of Cooperstown, passed away peacefully Friday afternoon, January 28, 2022, at his son and daughter-in-law’s home in Otego. He is now reunited with his beloved wife of 57 years, Sandy, who passed away November 8, 2021. Born October 23, 1941, at the Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown, Marshall was one of three sons of Loren E. and…

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In Memoriam Douglas Lynn McLaud, 72 March 4, 1949 – January 7, 2022

In Memoriam Douglas Lynn McLaud, 72 March 4, 1949 – January 7, 2022 Douglas Lynn McLaud passed away peacefully on January 7, 2022 at his home in Springhill, Florida with his beloved wife Pauline Miller McLaud at his side. Douglas and Pauline were married on December 31, 1968 and had just celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary. Pauline’s care exemplified their lifelong love. Douglas was born on March 4, 1949 in Oneonta, New York. He was the son of Douglas M.…

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County Board contest could be close

County Board contest could be close By KEVIN LIMITI • Special to www.AllOTSEGO.com The race for Otsego County Board of Representatives District 3, which covers Laurens and Otego, could stand among the more competitive contests on November 2. Republican incumbent Richard Brockway once again faces off against Democrat Caitlin Ogden in a repeat of their 2019 campaign for the seat.…

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Putting the Community Back Into the Newspaper

Now through March 30, new annual subscribers to “The Freeman’s Journal” and AllOtsego.com (or subscribers who have lapsed for two or more years) have an opportunity to help their choice of one of four Otsego County charitable organizations.

$5.00 of your subscription will be donated to the nonprofit of your choice:

Cooperstown Farmers’ Market, Cooperstown Food Pantry, Greater Oneonta Historical Society or Super Heroes Humane Society.