Bruce Downie, building committee chairman for Habitat for Humanity of Otsego County, pointed out that the article on page A-3 “A Grim Reminder” [issue of September 5, 2024] incorrectly listed the owner of 18 Richards Avenue in Oneonta.…
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At the outset of the meeting, the board heard wide-ranging presentations from both SUNY Oneonta President Alberto Cardelle and Otsego Now Chief Executive Officer Jody Zakresvky. Both leaders spoke about the various challenges each entity faces—particularly in recruitment and retention of staff.…
Located at 39 Chestnut Street, next door to Don Olin Realty, The Last Firefly is the totality of Marla Russo’s trousseau of hand-made jewelry, unique collector’s finds and even custom artwork.…
There are shining stars in every Otsego County community who deserve recognition, whether it be for an award they won, a grant they secured, a project that benefits the public good or simply a good deed on behalf of others. Unfortunately, we can’t list them all here but, more than likely, you know one or two of them yourself. Next time you see them, we hope you’ll say thanks for a job well done.…
Letter from Chip Northrup Gun Laws Should Be Sane, Sensible My company makes marksmanship training simulators for the military. We use military weapons, all of which are variants of the AR 15, as the simulation controller, so that the Marine or soldier can use their service weapon in the simulation. The rifles are machine guns capable of firing up to 800 rounds per minute. To develop the simulations at our offices in Texas and North Carolina, we use the HK…
But unlike the trees that surround us, we are not forced by the season to stop the conversion of sunlight into energy and new growth. And so, in Oneonta we are beginning a campaign of positivity, education and community collaboration. We are calling it the “Campaign for 25.”…
First, internal energy (U) is the sum of all forms of microscopic energy in a system. It includes all the kinetic energy (the motions, rotations, and vibrations) of tiny particles and all the potential energy of those particles interacting with each other. Think of Pandora’s box (in the original myth, it’s a jar, not a box!) rollicking with buzzing, sparking, invisible particles of evil and mischief inside.…
“We are pleased to see SFCU take this next step in its commitment to our community,” said Ed Lentz, chair of Butternut Valley Alliance. “It has been a pleasure working with them to ensure continued services in the valley and we have been impressed with their responsiveness to our needs. We look forward to the day when they are able to expand their services here.”…
The Fly Creek Fire Company's inaugural Fall Festival, Martin Tillapaugh to speak about the history of burials and more.…
“Every eligible American deserves the chance to participate in this year’s pivotal elections,” said Hudi Podolsky, LWVCA voter services chair. “Voter registration is the first step to ensuring your voice is heard. We want to make sure every resident who wants to vote on Election Day is registered by October 26.”…
