HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SATURDAY, MARCH 25 Learn About Kitten Fostering With The SuperHeroes Humane Society KITTEN FOSTER TRAINING—1 p.m. SuperHeroes Humane Society is seeking volunteers to learn how to foster kittens ahead of the spring kitten season. Learn the ins and outs of kitten care in the Community Room at Southside Mall, Oneonta. (607) 441-3227 or visit facebook.com/superheroeshs VOLUNTEER—10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Enjoy hiking? Maybe you’ll enjoy maintaining the trails, too. Presented in conjunction with Otsego Outdoors, the Otsego County Conservation…
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Otsego County EMS Reaches Crossroads Part 1: The County Service By TED MEBUSTOTSEGO COUNTYIn December of 2021, the Otsego County Board of Representatives, at the recommendation of its Public Safety and Legal Affairs Committee, implemented a 24-hour, county-based advanced life support ambulance service, buying two ambulances and staffing 16 full-time and 10 part-time paramedics. Previously, pre-hospital emergency medical services had been largely carried out by the 17 volunteer-based EMS agencies serving the county, most associated with local fire departments. However,…
New York State Recognizes Otsego County Volunteerism By TED MEBUST Otsego County residents Sheila Serbay and Neil Riddell were recognized by New York State’s Office for the Aging at a celebration of Older New Yorkers’ Day on November 4. The pair, along with 92 others from around the state, received honors for their volunteerism and service to older adults in their communities. “These are two individuals who unselfishly give up their time, resources, and skills in order to make someone…
Planning Starts Now for Festival Hill City Celebrations, formerly First Night Oneonta, is partnering with the Otsego County Chamber of Commerce in the planning of this year’s Festival of Lights. Volunteers are needed in the following areas: builders; designers; display workers; traffic flow; parking; vendor assistance teams; and more. If you can help, or for more information, e-mail kvanzandt@otsegocc.com or call 607-432-4500.…
Letter from Dan Maskin Domestic Violence There are increasing studies on Social Determinants of Health which are conditions in the places where people live, learn, work and play that affect a wide range of health risks and outcomes. While domestic violence affects people of all races, genders, sexual orientations, socioeconomic classes, and religious affiliations, the effects of domestic violence can result in a wide array of issues, ranging from broken bones to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. More and more healthcare…
News from the Noteworthy Building Homes, Community and Hope Habitat for Humanity of Otsego County is one of the local chapters, called affiliates, of Habitat for Humanity International. Our official mission is “seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope” with a vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live. In the early 1970s, on a community farm outside of Americus, Georgia, Linda and Millard…
Rich McCaffery wins national honor Rich McCaffery displays his award with Cooperstown Mayor Ellen Tillapaugh After logging decades of tireless service to his community, Cooperstown’s Rich McCaffery has become only one of 100 people across the country to receive a Certificate of National Recognition as a Civic Volunteer. “Nominating Rich for this award was an easy choice,” said Village Mayor Ellen Tillapaugh. “There is no one more deserving.”…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for TUESDAY, JULY 6 Fun children’s workshop on the farm FAMILY FARM FUN – 11 a.m – 12:30 p.m. Bring the children, 4-8+, for fun program about the process of how plants, animals, and communities change through time. Includes reading of ‘A Farm Through Time’ by Angela Wilkes. Continued Thursday with scavenger hunt and finishes with historic childrens game. Free with admission, reservations recommended. The Farmers’ Museum, Cooperstown. 607-547-1450 or visit www.farmersmuseum.org…
In Memoriam Ruth Schweinfurth, 83 Passionate volunteer with local food bank, Susquehanna SPCA, others. COOPERSTOWN – Long-time Cooperstown resident Ruth Schweinfurth passed away on June 23, 2021, after a brief struggle with cancer. She passed peacefully at her home, comforted by her loving daughters and her beloved dogs. She was 83 years young. Ruth’s life’s work focused on improving the lives of others. She was passionate about nursing, her first calling, and equally passionate about her volunteer work in the…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SUNDAY, MAY 2 Rally In Solidarity Against Racism RALLY – 2 p.m. Get together in solidarity to support and celebrate Asian American’s against racism and hate. Masks & social distancing required. Organized by the Tri-County Women’s Coalition. Held at Otsego County Courthouse, 193 Main St., Cooperstown. Visit Tri-County Women’s Coalition Facebook Group for info.…
