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SQSPCA Adoption Counselor Samantha Ceresna spends some time with one of the donkeys rescued on April 26. (Photo provided)
News from the Noteworthy from the Susquehanna SPCA

Tide Turning for Animal Cruelty Offenders

For years and years, animal lovers have advocated for law enforcement, government officials, and society in general to take animal cruelty seriously. I’m so proud to report that this is happening here in our region. We are fortunate to have brave women and men who will take action to fight this cruel reality.

In April alone, Susquehanna SPCA staff have tackled multiple cases with multiple agencies, ranging from the Otsego County Department of Social Services to the New York State Police.

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PUTTING THE COMMUNITY BACK INTO THE NEWSPAPER

For a limited time, new annual subscriptions to the hard copy of “The Freeman’s Journal” or “Hometown Oneonta” (which also includes unlimited access to AllOtsego.com), or digital-only access to AllOtsego.com, can also give back to one of their favorite Otsego County charitable organizations.

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