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Bill Michaels

Cider Mill Raises $3,585 for Local Cancer Support

“We were so very happy to surpass last year’s record-breaking fundraiser with this year’s Big Squeeze Day supporting Bassett Healthcare,” said Bill Michaels, owner of the mill. “The weather was fantastic, and we sold over 360 gallons of fresh sweet cider, with all proceeds going to Bassett..."…
October 30, 2025

Fly Creek Cider Mill Raises $3,365 In Support of Cancer Patient Services

“This was by far the largest turnout we’ve had for our annual fundraiser supporting Bassett Healthcare. The weather was fantastic, and we sold 337 gallons of fresh sweet cider, with all proceeds going to Bassett,” said Bill Michaels, owner of the mill. “Our recent recognition as the Nation’s Best Cidery by USA TODAY undoubtedly contributed to the event’s success, drawing in new visitors and cider fans who are eager to support our mission and community.”…
November 28, 2024

Editorial: Otsego Stars Continue To Shine

There are shining stars in every Otsego County community who deserve recognition, whether it be for an award they won, a grant they secured, a project that benefits the public good or simply a good deed on behalf of others. Unfortunately, we can’t list them all here but, more than likely, you know one or two of them yourself. Next time you see them, we hope you’ll say thanks for a job well done.…
September 12, 2024

Fly Creek Cider Mill Earns Travel Industry Honor

Fly Creek Cider Mill Earns Travel Industry Honor FLY CREEK—The Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard has been named among the “Best of the Best” by the American Bus Association. The historic mill is featured in the November-December issue of ABA’s official magazine, “Destinations.” ABA is the oldest, largest and one of the most trusted motorcoach and group tour associations in the American travel industry. Its annual “Best of the Best” list draws attention to industry members who continuously go…
November 23, 2022

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.

$5.00 of your subscription will be donated to the nonprofit of your choice: Friends of the Feral-TNR, Super Heroes Humane Society, or Susquehanna Society of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals 

Visit our “subscribe” page and select your charity of choice at checkout