Jean Pearsall Silvernail, of Sidney, New York and Melbourne, Florida, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 23, 2025. She was born June 6, 1922 in Holmesville, New York to Ella and Graydon Pearsall.…
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An artisan fair, OLA's annual gathering, summer art camp for children and a Grammy-winning performer are among the topics in this week's "Summer Dreams" briefs.…
The quilts lend themselves to storytelling. Pressler recounts how her great-grandmother, Margaret Frazier (1846–1924), made a “May Basket” quilt as a wedding gift for each of her eight children.…
BAINBRIDGE—Susan Elizabeth Neidlinger ("Moma"), 60, of Bainbridge, New York passed away on Saturday July 1, 2023 in Cooperstown. Susan was born in Sidney, New York to Earl and Paula Neidlinger on July 9, 1962. She went to high school at Bainbridge Guilford High and graduated in 1980. She went on to additional education in accounting and computer skills. She retired from New York State Police Troop C after 28 years.…
In Memoriam Joan M. Crandall, 87 March 11, 1934 – December 8, 2021 ONEONTA – Joan M. Crandall passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in her home on Wednesday, December 8th, 2021. Joan was born on March 11th, 1934 to Myrtle (Barnes) and Malcolm Misner in Sidney, New York. She grew up in Sidney in the midst of a large loving extended family during the Great Depression. She graduated from Sidney Central High School in 1952. She started 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…
High School Sports by Nate Lull Now more than ever, September holds a year’s worth of promises The last 18 months have been hard for all of us, but it has been especially difficult for high school athletes. The coronavirus pandemic ended playing careers early, dashed championship dreams and changed local record books forever. However, as this fall season begins, it feels like maybe we are getting a fresh start. Sure, we know it could all come to a crashing…
In Memoriam Patrick R. Materazzo, 86 Served in the Navy, worked in aerospace Sidney – Patrick Materazzo, age 86, of Sidney, lost his courageous battle with cancer on January 28, 2021 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Amsterdam, NY on May 1, 1934 to Luigi and Concetta (Testa) Materazzo. Pat graduated from Amsterdam High School and Mohawk Valley Community College, and proudly served in the U.S. Navy. He worked for over 30 years in the…
IN MEMORIAM Susan Ann Patterson, 74 Enjoyed Gardening & Family Time Susan Ann (Ferris) Patterson formerly of Sidney NY, was born March 11, 1947 in Albany NY to James Ferris and Emma (Bointon) Davenport. While living in Sidney, Susan worked as manager at the Super 8 Motel. In her downtime she enjoy gardening, baking, and spending time with her family. She passed away April 26, 2021 in Hutto, TX. She was predeceased by Father, James Ferris; Mother, Emma Davenport; brothers…
CHRISTCHURCH MASSACRE REMEMBERED Pastors, Officials Offer Support To Local Sufis By IAN AUSTIN • Special to www.AllOTSEGO.com SIDNEY CENTER – Spiritual leaders, mayors, law-enforcement officers, friends and neighbors gathered Sunday evening at the Sufi Muslim community of Osmanli Dergahi here to express solidarity after the mass shooting in Christ Church, New Zealand. “You coming here shows you care.” said Junaid Khan, a leader of the community. “Facebook, twitter, they don’t matter. Thank you for taking action and coming here. It…
