The Oneonta High School Yellowjackets girls varsity soccer team held the second seed in the recent sectional semifinals. A crushing loss at home on October 29 against third-seeded Watkins Glen, however, ended their season.…
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Selected through a nomination and review process that remains completely independent from the foundation, Tubia stood out for his character, leadership, and service to others, qualities that exemplify the legacy of Ricky J. Parisian, officials said.…
Sailer is an ambassador to the Consortium for Food Allergy Research. He has been invited to Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He’ll be in Chicago from July 27 through August 2 for hands-on training about food allergies and as a participant in leadership training. CoFAR was established in 2005 to support clinical research on food allergies.…
Lois T. Porteus, 89, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2025 at A.O. Fox Hospital with her family by her side. She was born September 6, 1935 in Oneonta, the daughter of Howard and Mary (Smith) Thompson. She was a graduate of Oneonta High School and SUNY Delhi, receiving an associate's degree in secretarial science.…
Charles David Barnes, 83, passed away April 29, 2025 at his home, The Hampshire House in Oneonta. He was born March 30, 1942 in Oneonta, the only child of Charles H. and Lucy Marguerite (Wilber) Barnes.…
One of the Downtown Renaissance’s goals is to promote events like the City of the Hills Festival and other Main Street happenings, raising awareness of the many ways to enjoy Oneonta. Thanks to creative local businesses and engaging events, there’s a constant hum of activity downtown, and the renaissance aims to play a key role in highlighting these special aspects of our community.…
Mary Jo “Jody” Barnes, 79, passed away July 25, 2024 at Chestnut Park Nursing Home, Oneonta with her husband by her side. She was born July 29, 1944 in Oneonta, the daughter of Joseph F. and Harriett (Rathbun) Mitchell. Jody graduated from Oneonta High School and then continued on to beautician school in Binghamton. She retired as an operator at New York Telephone Company, Oneonta.…
“I always dreamed of writing a book,” Rothenberg-Whitney said. “I have written ever since I was a child. I love to write poetry. It is just a passion.”…
Barbara Kulp, a representative from West Point’s Admission Field Force, officially congratulated Zakala on his appointment to the Academy on June 11 at American Legion Post 259 in Oneonta. Kulp read, “By appointing Jayden as a cadet at West Point, the president of the United States recognizes that Jayden has the character, intelligence, drive, and leadership potential needed to succeed at West Point and in the Army.”…
We all want a vital downtown business district. Our quality of life and the city’s economy desperately require it. So, this summer, we are changing the dynamic of the Main Street experience. We are making Oneonta THE place to go if you are looking for a fun and engaging experience—after work, during the day, and on the weekend.…
