The New York Coalition for Open Government released a report on the status of meeting livestreaming by village, town and city governments at a press conference on June 15. The coalition partnered with the Cornell University State Policy and Advocacy Clinic to review more than 1,200 municipalities around the state. Only 23 percent of elected bodies livestream their meetings, including 48 percent of cities, 21 percent of towns and 24 percent of villages. The report examines the data in detail…
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Earlier this month, a press release from Glimmerglass State Park announced Otsego Lake’s first toxic algae bloom of 2023. Though it soon proved to be a false alarm, it sent a ripple of anxiety through the surrounding community.…
A free search and rescue program that tracks individuals who chronically wander could be the difference between life and death. Project Lifesaver is designed to provide a timely response, reduce possible injury, and save the lives of those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, autism, Down syndrome, traumatic brain injury or other cognitive disorders or developmental disabilities who wander away from home.…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for THURSDAY, JUNE 22 Fundraiser For Hometown 4th Of July FUNDRAISER – 6 p.m. Join Hill City Celebrations for a fun evening to benefit the Hometown 4th of July Celebration to be held in Neahwa Park. The evening will feature the Stan Fox Trio and local food truck cuisine. Held on the patio space adjacent to the main entrance of the Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center, Oneonta.…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21 Learn ‘What Is A Healthy Lake’ With Dr. Kiyoko Yokota BE INFORMED – 7-8 p.m. Associate Professor of Limnology Dr. Kiyoko Yokota presents “What Is a Healthy Lake?” The lecture discusses basic lake biology with a focus on the physical and biological factors that determine the quality of water found in a water body. Free, open to all. Community Room, Clark Sports Center, Cooperstown. (607) 547-4488 or visit occainfo.org/calendar/be-informed-lecture-series-what-is-a-healthy-lake/ BLOOD DRIVE – 9 a.m. to 2…
Renowned environmental strategist and writer Paula DiPerna will discuss her latest book, “Pricing the Priceless,” in a world premier discussion and book-signing at the Art Garage on Thursday, June 22 at 5 p.m., part of the Star Power series associated with the current exhibition.…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for TUESDAY, JUNE 20 Learn About The Glimmerglass Festival Production of ‘La Boheme’ TALKING OPERA—7 p.m. Join the Glimmerglass Festival for a discussion on “La Boheme.” First Baptist Church, 21 Elm Street, Cooperstown. E-mail guild.of.glimmerglass.festival@gmail.com or visit glimmerglassguild.org/ LITTLE LEAGUE – 5:45 p.m. Join the Oneonta Little League for the finale of the first annual “Murph Cup” and cheer on the players. Doc Knapp Field, River Street, Oneonta. Oneontalittleleague@gmail.com or visit facebook.com/oneontalittleleague…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for MONDAY, JUNE 19 Walk Around Gilbert Lake With Otsego County Conservation Association GET THE KIDS OUT – 1-3 p.m. Join Otsego County Conservation Association for a fun walk with the kids around Gilbert Lake. Wander the forest, visit a beaver lodge, practice tree identification, and get to know the flora and fauna of Upstate New York. Registration required. Free, open to all. Gilbert Lake State Park, 18 CCC Road, Laurens. (607) 547-4488 or visit occainfo.org/calendar/get-the-kids-out-gilbert-lake-state-park/…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SUNDAY, JUNE 18 Fishing For Fathers Day FATHERS DAY FISHING – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join the Dave Brandt Chapter of Trout Unlimited for a fun day fishing with Dad. No license required, loaner rods provided. There will also be a large aquarium featuring local species, a raffle, more. Neahwa Park Pond, Oneonta. facebook.com/DaveBrandtTU MEMORIAL DUCK HUNT—All day. Keep your eyes open. Hidden throughout Cooperstown will be a collection of rubber duckies for the children to find and…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, JUNE 17 Crafts & Concert for Fathers’ Day DEBUT CONCERT—12:30 p.m. The Cooperstown Children’s Choir presents its first concert ever. On the veranda at the Cooperstown Village Library, 22 Main Street, Cooperstown. (607) 304-1359. FATHER’S DAY—11:30 a.m. Children are invited to Father’s day craft time followed by a concert on the veranda. Cooperstown Village Library, 22 Main Street, Cooperstown.…
