In fact, we can be proud of many of Otsego County’s residents, for a variety of reasons. Some are your neighbors, or kids you went to school with. Most are two-legged, but some walk on all fours. Their accomplishments are as unique as they are, themselves, and all—in their own way—shine a little extra light on Otsego County.…
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The editorial in the July 4 edition of “Hometown Oneonta” [“Damn, Nation”] contained a jarring disconnect. It listed six factors helpful to citizens as they think about who should lead, but then went on to ignore them and state that both parties have failed us. I think it would be helpful to apply them one by one to see how things stand.…
How does our citizenship effect changes in our own political system, so that we can enjoy a fairer, smarter democracy such as our allies have?…
Think about your life. Tariffs will be added to what you pay for items. Your food (fruits, vegetables, meat, coffee, tea, chocolate) is imported and will be subject to tariffs. Medicine, medical machinery, machine parts, building material, wood, wood chips, car parts and computer chips are all imported.…
With visitor spending continuously on the rise, Otsego County generated more than $37 million in state and local taxes in 2022. This total includes food and beverage, lodging, retail, transportation, and other forms of recreation, including events.…
This week's briefs include a number of upcoming summer events to enjoy throughout Otsego County.…
Turn Two is a museum fundraiser that supports the Hall of Fame’s educational mission and internship scholarships. Participants in Turn Two each receive on-field round-robin interaction with the Hall of Famers, along with special mementos to commemorate their experience.…
The recent performance of Biden in the debate of June 28 has given rise to much concern about the president’s cognitive status. Recently it has been suggested, by neurologists and others, that the president has Parkinson’s disease. A starting point should be an understanding of what that implies.…
Church officials said Fr. Hamilton brings a wealth of experience and gifts to St. James, which is now poised for an exciting new chapter in its 153-year history. He is also on the faculty at the State University of New York in Oneonta, where he is a member of the psychology department.…
Waite Hoyt enjoyed an astonishing run: signed at 15 to the New York Giants; three years as a teen in the rough-and-tumble minors; friend and teammate of Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig; vaudeville star; undertaker; oil painter; recovering alcoholic; and beloved radio voice of the Cincinnati Reds.…
