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News Briefs: June 1, 2023

Popular Duck Derby Returns This Weekend

ONEONTA—The Family Resource Network has announced the post-COVID return of its annual Duck Derby, to be held on Saturday, June 3 from noon to 3 p.m. The derby features multiple heats of rubber duck racing on Mill Creek, face painting, music, and make-and-take crafts. There will be cash prizes for the top finishers in each race. Ducks can be purchased on the day of the event or ahead of time at FRN, 48 Oneida Street. The ducks are $5.00 each or 6 for $20.00. For more information or to get involved, contact the FRN at (607) 432-0001 and ask for Kristin. To reserve a space for an agency table, contact kwinn@familyrn.org.

Bank To Host Mortgage Event

ONEONTA—Bank of Cooperstown, a subsidiary of Wayne Bank, will hold a home finance meeting at its Oneonta Community Office, 34 Main Street, from 5-7 p.m. on June 6. Mortgage professionals will be available to discuss residential and commercial mortgages, refinancing options, home equity lines of credit, and construction loans. Participants will be entered to win a $25.00 gift card to Latté Lounge. Contact Mortgage Originator Amanda Rifanburg, (607) 282-8315, for more information or to register.

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