Eugene “John” Chicorelli, 92, died at home surrounded by his family on February 11, 2025. He was born June 9, 1932 in Oneonta, the son of Eugenio and Alessandra (Pallotiolo) Chicorelli.…
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The dinner, which served more than 850 people, also featured a gift card donation drive for families impacted by the December 9 explosion on Richards Avenue.…
In Memoriam Michael Janitz, 67 December 17, 1953 – July 19, 2021 Oneonta – Michael Janitz, 67, passed away at home unexpectedly on July 19, 2021. He was born December 17, 1953 in Paterson, NJ, the son of Paul and Mary (Hart) Janitz Sr. Michael was a 32-year Local Union Carpenter. He also was the owner and operator of Sharp Cut Construction for 15 years. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, traveling, fishing, hunting, and football, he was a Giants fan;…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, AUGUST 22 Drive-In Showing Of ‘Mary Poppins’ DRIVE-IN MOVIES – 8 p.m. Come out for a fun outdoor movie experience. This week showing ‘Mary Poppins.’ Movie starts at dusk. Free admission, donations welcome. Foothills Performing Arts Center Parking Lot, Oneonta. 607-353-7143 or visit www.facebook.com/TheOtsegoCountyChamber/…
Signs Say Loud: RSS Not Welcome Mayor Herzig Would Be ‘Surprised’ If State Funds River Street Project By LIBBY CUDMORE • Special to www.AllOTSEGO.com ONEONTA – Bill Shue doesn’t see the Sixth Ward’s fight against housing developer RSS as a strictly Sixth Ward issue. “If this can happen here, it can happen anywhere,” he said. “It can happen in Center City or on the East End.” The Sixth Ward Neighbors United, which has vocally opposed Rehabilitation Support Services’ proposed 64-unit…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for THURSDAY, MARCH 14 Firefighter Scholarship Fundraiser DINNER – Spaghetti fundraiser for a scholarship in honor of former Oneonta fire fighter John Heller. Reservations Required. $10 adults, $5 children. 6th Ward Athletic Club, 22 West Broadway, Oneonta. Info, m@kipwilson.net…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2 Shop For The Holidays HOLIDAY BAZAAR – 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. ‘Tip Toe Through The Holiday’ features items for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentines Day. Includes gifts, decorations, crafts, more. Lunch available. Elm Park United Methodist Church, 401 Chestnut St., Oneonta. 607-432-6552 or visit elmparkumconeonta.org CONTRADANCE – 7:30 p.m. Fun social dance featuring music by Tailwind, caller Hilton Baxter. Arrive at 7:15 for introduction to steps. Admission, $8/adult. First Presbyterian Church, 25 Church St., Cooperstown. 607-547-8164 or…
First Flurries Fly At Tailgate 5k Runners of the annual Tailgate 5K had a wintery start this morning with wind and flurries filling the air of the 6th ward in Oneonta. Above: Bryan Squires and 6th Ward Athletic Club President Bob Thomas release the tape as Tom Slicer, Oneonta, crosses the finish line after coming in 1st with a time of 16:49. At right, Oneonta running partners Jacqueline Scanlon, left and Lydia Dillon, run through the snow on the race…
Business Group Hosts Faso On Oneonta Campaign Stop Congressman John Faso, R-Kinderhook, met with Ryan Brooks, owner of Brooks’ House of BBQ, and Gary Laing, right, owner of the Oneonta Outlaws, during an afternoon event hosted by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), which endorsed the incumbent congressman. After a spaghetti lunch with Council member Russ Southard, Sixth Ward, at the Sixth Ward Athletic Club, Faso went to Brooks’ Banquet Hall to talk about supporting local small businesses. Represented were…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Celebrate The Harvest Season HARVEST FESTIVAL – 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. 2 days of music, performances, activities, workshops, meet the animals, learn about old-time trades, participate in the harvest. Entry, $12/adult. The Farmers’ Museum, Cooperstown. 607-547-1450 or visit www.farmersmuseum.org/Harvest-Festival BENEFIT JAM SESSION – 3 – 10 p.m. “Play it Forward” all day jam session with musicians from Florida, Long Island, Brooklyn mix with local musicians. All instruments, genres, vocalists invited. Enjoy raffles, BBQ, music. All…
