IN MEMORIAM Richard ‘Dick’ W. McVinney, 68; Civic Leader, City Court Judge ONEONTA – The Honorable Judge Richard “Dick” W. McVinney of Oneonta passed away at his home on Saturday, March 28, 2020, following a three-year battle with declining health. Dick was born on Dec. 22, 1951, in Oneonta to Clifford “Mac” and Elizabeth “Betty” (Platt) McVinney. A true Oneontan, Dick attended Bugbee Elementary School and earned the rank of Eagle Scout at just 13 years old. With his…
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SEWARDS TEST POSITIVE FOR CORONAVIRUS Both Senator, Wife Cindy Found To Suffer From ‘Mild Cases’ Of Virus ONEONTA – State Sen. Jim Seward, R-Milford, and his wife Cindy have both tested positive for COVID-19, his office announced a few minutes ago. Seward was tested at Albany Medical Center, where he continues to receive treatment. He was diagnosed with a mild case of the virus and is expected to make a full and complete recovery. He will be released from the hospital…
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Governor Extending PAUSE 2 More Weeks Directs State Nonessential Workforce to Work from Home for Additional Two Weeks, Through April 15.…
IN MEMORIAM Brenda L. Utter, 63; Stricken By COVID-19 MORRIS – Brenda L. Utter, 63, of Morris, passed away unexpectedly following a brief and courageous battle with the coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. Brenda was born to the late Ralph and Mildred (McIntyre) Mitchell Sr. on Sept. 15, 1956, in Reading, Pa. On July 31, 1976, she married Phillip C. Utter. They had a beautiful marriage of nearly 44 years.…
IN MEMORIAM: Todd A. Mosher, 58; Navy Vet Injured In ’83 Diving Accident ONEONTA – Todd Allen Mosher, 58, a Navy veteran who was injured in a 1983 diving accident, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2020, from pneumonia at Bassett Hospital surrounded by his family. The pneumonia was not related to the COVID-19 threat. Todd was born Dec. 5, 1961, in Oneonta, the son of Beverly Mosher and the late Marvin Mosher. He attended Oneonta High School before joining the…
OFO Receives $11,000 Grant To Help To Fight Coronavirus JOHNSON CITY – Opportunities for Otsego will receive an $11,000 grant to fight the COVID-19 threat. The grant was one of 13 grants totaling $110,000 announced this afternoon by the Community Foundation of South Central New York.…
IN MEMORIAM: Janice C. Lockwood, 83; Bible Guided Her Through Life’s Difficulties ONEONTA – Janice Carol Lockwood entered this stage of her life on March 16, 1937. She left this stage for the next stage, on March 25, 2020, at the age of 83. Her parents were James and Ethel May (Davis) Lockwood. Janice had eight siblings, all of whom have left previously. During Janice’s twilight years she reconnected with her sister Althea and had many happy discussions with her…
Over Weekend, Local Covid-19 Cases Doubled COOPERSTOWN – Over the weekend, the number of confirmed cases in Otsego County has more than doubled, from six to 14. This afternoon, county Public Health Director Heidi Bond reported the latest number, up from nine yesterday afternoon. Friday, the Bond reported the first death from coronavirus in the county. According to Bond, every case reported is promptly investigated and close contacts are notified. Given the nature of this infectious disease it is extremely…
GOVERNOR’S DAILY UPDATE Presidential Primary Moved To June 23 It’s Unclear If Village Elections Will Be Delayed 2 More Months Dear New Yorker: Every emergency situation is unique. The needs presented are always different. In this case, the unexpected need is for ventilators. Our projections show that we need more ventilators and I will do everything in my power to make sure that we secure these critical supplies. Here’s what else you need to know tonight:…
