In Memoriam Shirley Ester Skinner, 106 October 17, 1915 – February 16, 2022 SCHENEVUS – Ms. Shirley Ester Skinner, 106, passed away peacefully in her home in Schenevus, NY, on February 16, 2022. She was born on her family farm on Badeau Hill, in Westford in the Town of Maryland, NY. She is the descendant of Pierre Badeau who homesteaded in the area in the 1700’s. Shirley is predeceased by her father, Stanley Wing Skinner, her mother, Pearl Gardner, her…
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Schenevus accident victim airlifted to Albany Med New York State Police at Oneonta say they responded late in the afternoon of February 16 to a report of a vehicle that had crashed into a tree. State Troopers, Schenevus Fire, Worcester Fire, and Otsego County Emergency Services all responded to State Route 7 (Main Street) across the road from the Schenevus Central Schools in the village of Schenevus. Police say the driver, Stephanie N. Robinson, age 30 of Schenevus, was airlifted…
Schenevus and Worcester schools look ahead after merger vote fails By Kevin Limiti After community members voted down the Schenevus-Worcester schools merger on December 2, disappointment and a feeling of missed opportunity permeated in those who supported the union of their respective districts. The final tally showed 70 percent of Schenevus community members voting against the merger. Worcester voters, on the other hand, voted to approve by a 64 percent – 36 percent margin. State Senator Peter Oberacker (R-Schenevus) told…
In Memoriam Robert R. “Bob” Brady, 70 October 29, 1951 – December 13, 2021 SCHENEVUS – Robert R. “Bob” Brady, 70, passed away at home in the comfort of his family on December 13, 2021. Bob was born October 29, 1951, in Cooperstown, the son of Arthur and Virginia (Meade) Brady. He graduated from Andrew S. Draper Central School in Schenevus. Bob worked as a driver for UPS for 29 years. He always kept busy with excavation side jobs, as…
Worcester, Schenevus merger up for December 1 vote By Kevin Limiti • Special to www.AllOTSEGO.com Schenevus and Worcester Central school districts vote December 1 to decide whether they merge the districts, a move which has divided residents. If approved, the Worcester Central School district would annex Schenevus. The Schenevus school building would retain its name and dragon mascot, and function as a Kindergarten-through-fifth grade elementary school. Worcester Central would host grades 6 to 12. Voters approved the merger in a…
High School sports by Nate Lull Tri-Valley League soccer gets exciting as playoffs approach It’s hard to believe but Oct. 16, is right around the corner. It’s a day I like to call “Soccer Saturday” as the Tri-Valley, Delaware and MAC leagues all hold their conference championship games at the Wright National Soccer Campus fields in Oneonta. It is a great way to see some of the top teams from our area all in one location. Let’s take a look…
Pop up vaccine clinic at Schenevus Central School will offer chance for Brooks BBQ gift card The Otsego County Department of Health will be hosting a pop up vaccine clinic at Schenevus Central School with all who get the vaccine being entered for a chance to win a $50 gift card to Brooks BBQ. According to statistics from the Otsego County Department of heath, 56% of Otsego County residents have at least one dose of the vaccine with still lags…
Schools prepare for delta variant By Kevin Limiti • Special to www.AllOTSEGO.com With the delta variant of the coronavirus virus causing jumps in cases across the county and the country, some Otsego County school districts are gearing up to welcome kids back to classes with masks on. This is based on recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control, which has labeled Otsego County as a “substantial transmission” area where, in theory, masks are recommended indoors regardless of vaccination status. COVID…
In Memoriam Deborah Jean Masin, 67 July 19, 1954 – August 3, 2021 HARTWICK – Deborah Jean Masin, a devoted and faithful Christian, went to be with her Lord Tuesday night, August 3, 2021, following her unexpected death at her home in Hartwick on the 15th anniversary of her mother’s passing. She was 67. Born July 19, 1954, on Long Island, Debbie was one of four daughters of Edward F. and Helen Elizabeth (Wahrer) Masin. In the 1960s, Debbie and…
In Memoriam Debra L. MacClintock, 65 Took pride in her home and property Debra L. MacClintock, 65, of Schenevus passed away at her home on Thursday, May 6, 2021 following a courageous battle with cancer. Born on July 25, 1955 in Stamford, she was the daughter of the late William and Pauline Hollenbeck. Debra worked for over 20 years in both the deli and bakery at Walmart in Oneonta. Whether at work or home she was exceptionally hardworking and meticulous.…
