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With Christmas just four short weeks away, there are several holiday-themed events planned in our hamlet in the coming days. On Saturday, December 2, the Hartwick American Legion Post 1567 Ladies Auxiliary will host its annual Drive-thru Santa Gift Give-a-Way from 1-3 p.m. at the Legion.…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Preserving Historic Buildings At Freight Wheel Cafe PRESERVATION—1-3 p.m. “Preserving the Past, Protecting the Future: Maximizing Energy Performance and Durability in a Historic Building While Preserving its Historic Integrity.” Presented by the Schoharie County Home of Ongoing Learning. Reservations required. Freight Wheel Café, 3097 County Highway 11, Hartwick. 607-293-3040 or visit https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100054227631375 SENIOR MEALS—11:30 a.m. Seniors are invited to enjoy a delicious meal each Monday through Friday. Suggested donation is $3.50 for seniors, $10 for guests…
In Memoriam Stephen L. Sheldon, 67 July 1, 1955 – May 17, 2023 HARTWICK—Stephen Lee Sheldon, a lifelong area resident, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown. He was 67. Born July 1, 1955 in Cooperstown, Steve was one of four sons of William Lee and Grace Patricia (Davidson) Sheldon. He attended Cooperstown Central School and graduated with the Class of 1973. On November 10, 1979, he was joined in marriage to Jane Marie Morris…
In Memoriam Wayne K. Bush Sr. 1941-2023 MOUNT VISION—Wayne K. Bush Sr., a life-long area resident, passed away at his home in Mount Vision Tuesday morning, April 11, 2023. He was 82. Born January 16, 1941 in Laurens, Wayne was a son of Walter K. and Olive W. (Spoor) Bush. He attended schools in Laurens and Hartwick. On June 12, 1960, he married Joan L. Raimo in a ceremony at the First Baptist Church of Hartwick. They enjoyed 40 years…
Internet Breakfast Café Opens In Historic Store Coffee, Community the Inspiration By MAE LOEWENGUTHHARTWICKAn analyst from Bassett Healthcare and an environmental advocate have been working since 2009 to restore what was once known as O.S. Burch & Son, a dry goods/general store. The historical building, dating back to 1864, is now known as the Freight Wheel Café. Owners Martha and Paul Clarvoe met and were wed in the state of Maryland. They later decided it was time to get back…
In Memoriam Paul Mullins, 73 April 17, 1949 – January 28, 2023 HARTWICK—Paul Patrick “Moon” Mullins, 73, of Hartwick, entered into eternal rest surrounded by his loving family Saturday evening, January 28, 2023, at his home. A native of Canada, Paul was born April 17, 1949 in St. John’s, Newfoundland, one of nine children of Patrick Joseph Mullins and Bridget “Betty” (O’Brien) Mullins. After graduating from high school, Paul enlisted in the United States Air Force on March 25, 1968…
In Memoriam Dwaine R. Sharratt, 67 October 6, 1955 – November 19, 2022 HARTWICK – Dwaine R. Sharratt, who owned and operated Beaver Valley Campground with his wife, Juli, and their children, passed away Saturday morning, November 19, 2022, at his home in the Town of Hartwick from the neurodegenerative disorder Multiple System Atrophy. At the age of 67, he has now completed the final pages of the book of his life. Born October 6, 1955, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Dwaine…
In Memoriam Dorothy M. McLean, 81 January 26, 1941 – October 14, 2022 HARTWICK – Dorothy “Dot” M. McLean, 81, of Hartwick, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, October 14, 2022 in Cooperstown, NY. Dot was born January 26, 1941 in Hobart, NY, the second daughter of the late Leslie and Mary Jane (Whispell) Kelsey. Dot married Arnold “Cork” McLean on September 20, 1958, and together they raised their children in the Hartwick area. She was a great supporter of all family…
Hartwick Resident Publishes Debut Novel, Reflects on Recent Storm In the wake of Hurricane Ian, with massive recovery efforts now underway, a new novel by Hartwick resident Jeff O’Handley is particularly relevant. “Powerless,” Mr. O’Handley’s debut work, was published by Breaking Night Press in August. The inspiration for the story came, ironically enough, while driving through a hurricane. “I had to pick my daughter up at her friend’s house. At one point, an image popped into my head of the…
In Memoriam Karen Burgess, 64 October 18, 1957 – July 19, 2022 HARTWICK – Karen Burgess (née Stefanachi) departed our world on July 19th, 2022, due to complications from heart surgery while surrounded by loved ones. She was 64. Karen was born October 18th, 1957, in Rockville Centre to Eugene and Barbara Stefanachi. She grew up in Uniondale and attended Uniondale High School where she excelled in art and being that effortlessly cool chick. During a summer visit to Cooperstown,…