Lumberfest Cuts With Best

Above, Billy Adams, Owego, cuts through a log like butter with his custom-made chainsaw during the Hot Saw Competition at Wightman Lumber in Portlandville this afternoon as part of the 1st annual Lumberfest Lumberjack Festival. At right, professional cooper Bob Allers, Deansboro, demonstrates hoop making for barrels and drinking mugs.  The lumber yard partnered with the New York State Lumberyard Association to put on the event.  (Ian Austin/AllOTSEGO.com)