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Cancer survivors and supporters took the walk in Walton Saturday. Kevin Bartow and Gia Sabitini lead the walk with their children. By Rosie Cunningham WALTON - Almost $42,000 has been raised for Delaware County’s annual Relay for Life Walk which took place at the county fairgrounds in Walton Saturday, April 27. Despite the wind, snow and rain, survivors, caretakers, supporters and community members turned out for the 17th annual event. Cruisin’ For A Cure was this year’s theme and included a car and motorcycle show. Awards were presented for the oldest car, college’s choice and people’s choice, and first and second place for best motorcycle paint jobs. Event coordinator Lynn Pickett discussed Relay For Life prior to the noon walk. She said the cause, which is a national relay event started by the American Cancer Society, was initiated in 1985 by Dr. Gordy Klatt of Taco-
ma, Wash. He raised $27,000 for the fight against cancer by walking and running 83 miles for 24 hours, around a track. “It really goes to show one person can make a difference,” said Pickett. “Relay is a global event for everyone in the community to come together and celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer. Remember the loved ones lost and to fight back against the disease - because of you, there are more survivors today than ever before. We also celebrate the caregivers that give time, love and support. Survivors are surrounded by people who care and support and who just don’t sit by, but take action. “We all gather here today to support cancer awareness. Everyone’s reason to relay may be unique but here, everyone has a chance to celebrate, remember and fight back. We all have a chance to meet people in the See Relay for Life page 3
Delhi Pool Project Cost More Than $1 Million
Completion Date Is Weather Dependent By Rosie Cunningham DELHI - Pull out the bathing suits and stock up on the sun block. Community members will soon be able to take the plunge into the Delhi town pool. It’s a project that has been in the works since 2003 at the cost of approximately $1.3 million, according to Al Perkins, a member of the Pool Advisory Committee (PAC). “After the original pool was closed, planning began for this project,” he said. “There have been many starts and stops, fundraising and red tape along the way.” The PAC is made up of four members from the original pool committee, representatives from the town of Delhi, the village of Delhi and the town of Meredith. The PAC answers to the town of Delhi and is responsible for overseeing all operations of the pool. According to Delhi Town Supervisor Mark Tuthill, the weather is not cooperating to implement the finishing touches on the 2,000 square foot pool. There is also a kiddie pool. “To put the final coat on the pool, the weather has to be warm for about four days at about 55 degrees or higher,” he said. “Contractors are currently finishing up grading and the grass.” Tuthill added that there is a ribbon cutting scheduled for May 25 at 11 a.m. at the Delhi town pool.
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Andes resident and volunteer Linda Egner picks up litter on the side of Route 28 in Andes. Volunteers, on April 24, picked up 75 bags of garbage from the side of the road. See Andes Volunteers Collect Litter From Route 28 page 3
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Friends, family and elected officials gathered on April 25 to celebrate the renaming of two New York State Route 97 bridges in Hancock in memory of Staff Sergeant Justin Whiting and Lieutenant Cameron Hall.
Hancock Bridges Dedicated to Fallen Servicemen By Lillian Browne
HANCOCK - Through the efforts of Hancock elected officials and the collaboration of state legislators and the New York State Department of Transportation (DOT), two bridges on state Route 97 in Hancock were renamed in a ceremony on April 25. A large crowd gathered for the unveiling of the bridge signs, renamed the Lt. Cameron N. Hall and the SSG Justin R. Whiting Memorial Bridge(s).
Hall, raised in Hancock, was killed while in service in the Navy as a Naval Flight Officer, in a crash during Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2007. Whiting, also raised in Hancock, was killed by a roadside bomb during his third tour of duty, while enlisted in the Army, in Iraq, in 2008. The bridge dedications were fitting tributes, Justin’s father, Randy Whiting said. “Cameron and Justin both loved this area. They See Hancock Bridges page 7
Precision Technology Helps DelCo Bluestone Industry Expand By Lillian Browne DOWNSVILLE - Manufacturing is an integral component of Delaware County’s economy and the Delaware County Industrial Development Agency (IDA) with the goal of supporting growth, expansion and development of forward-thinking, entrepreneurial businesses, has invested $140,000 in a million dollar project to make Sonny & Sons Bluestone Company in Downsville, more competitive in the national and international market. The family-owned business has been in operation since 1988 and has consistently grown over the years. Sonny & Sons Bluestone currently employs 18 people full-time and one person part-time. At project completion - expected April 1, 2020, Sonny & Sons Bluestone will hire five adSee DelCo Bluestone page 4
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Harry Triebe, co-owner and operator of Sonny & Sons Bluestone Co. in Downsville, tours the growing operation with Delaware County Industrial Development Director Michael O’Brien. A new 40 x 228 foot building will house a new processing line and provide storage at the facility.
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The Billy Martin Cole All Star Circus will appear in Walton again in a show to benefit the Walton Girls Varsity basketball team at the high school gym. The circus will take place on Thursday, May 2 at 6:30 p.m. with a lot of new “As Seen on TV” actsappearing on the Gong Show and America’s Got Talent. Come see them live. There will be a unicycle daredevil, aerial stars, a canine comedian and the Tower of Chairs. Adult tickets are $10 and are available at the school offices before the day of the circus, or $15 at the door. Children 12 and under will be admitted free with an adult (limit of two free children with one adult). INKdicted will host another Flash Tattoo fundraiser day on Saturday, May 4 on West Street from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. There will also be a basket social and are looking for donations. The set up will be the same as the Bentley’s Brigade, and O’Connor Strong fundraisers, but this one will be to get Iva Healey a new wheelchair and other medical equipment she needs that insurance has stopped paying for. Iva is a spunky little girl who is growing out of her medical equipment, and her mom Jennifer has exhausted her resources to replace them at this time. If you can donate something, contact Donna Mason or Bonnie Buchanan via Facebook. The second annual All Seasons Sportsmen’s Expo, sponsored by the Walton Chamber of Commerce, will be Saturday, May 4, from 10 am to 5 p.m. at the Delaware County Fairgrounds for
outdoor enthusiast and sportsmen-focused vendors along with free educational demonstrations and presentations. The vendor booths and exhibits will highlight hunting, fishing, camping, 4-wheeling, hiking, and more in a setting with a family-friendly atmosphere with great food vendors. Admission is $5, those under 17, free. Attendees are automatically entered into a Chamber raffle for sporting goods prizes. Visit the All Seasons Sportsmens Expo on FaceBook or www. AllSeasonsSportsmensExpo.com website or call 607-865-6224 or 607-761-2670 for more information. On Saturday May 11 at 3 p.m. Walton Scouts will put the American Flags on our Veterans graves. Help is always appreciated. Members of the Walton American Legion Post 032 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 270 will be available in the event your veteran family member’s grave is missing a marker and flag. The Walton High School PTSA will hold a spring raffle with proceeds donated to the Class of 2020. Tickets can be purchased from any PTSA member: Jen Wright - Townsend Elementary/435-8929; Jamie AubinTownsend Elementary/8655220);Betsy Drumm/Palmer’s Repair Shop/865-5002; Tammie Tweedie/Kraft Foods/434-0660 or Karen Gilbertson/ High School Guidance Office/865-4116 ext. 6143. The drawing will take place May 23. Tickets cost is $5/ticket or 5/$20. Raffle winner will have a choice of one of the following prizes donated by Delaware
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Sports Center: MASPORT push mower, YAMAHA TTR 125 dirt bike, or YAMAHA 4000 generator. The Survivors of Suicide support group will meet Wednesday, May 8 from 6-7 at 103 North Street (next to the United Methodist Church). The meetings are run by trained facilitators who have also experienced loss. It’s a safe place to express yourself, talk about your feelings and find helpful resources. Community Kids 4-H will sponsor a bake sale and gift basket raffle on May 11 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to support Karlee Braley and her family. Karlee has been battling lung issues and her family wants her to see a specialist in Denver. The benefit will be held at the First Congregational Church, 4 Mead Street. The bake sale will run until sold out and the basket raffle drawing will begin at 2:30. A Day In the Life of A Honey Bee will be presented on Saturday, May 4 at 11:30 a.m. at the Ogden Library. Local beekeeper Deb Corcoran will offer an informative morning about the habits of honeybees, the threats they face, and the type of plants you can add to your garden to benefit and save the bees. The Ogden Library will present “Cook with Books, Eat with Friends”. After being postponed because of weather, it has been rescheduled for Thursday, May 23 at 6 p.m. Check out the recipes in Anny Byrn’s “Save the Day” cookbook and choose one to cook and bring to share with others at the library. Stop in and check out the book at the circulation desk, and the clerks will make you a copy of the recipe. The library will provide table service and drinks for the pot luck supper created from the dishes everyone makes. Sounds like fun, hope for no more snow. Join Child Care Resource & Referral at the William B. Ogden Free Library as they present “Let’s Play!” on Tuesday, May 14 at 10:30:30 a.m. Focused on pretend play that helps children learn about themselves, others, and the world around them, children can bring their favorite stuffed animal to the library and explore pretend play stations like the stuffed animal vet clinic and the grooming salon. There will be activities for infants, toddlers and preschoolers with their caregiver. On Saturday, May 25, the Wil-
liam B. Ogden Free Library will host Frederic Chrislip, tenor voice and Renaissance flutiest, for a self-accompanied performance of sixteenth and seventeenth century solo songs at 11:30 a.m. Nancy Frear and Laura Scherer will be at the Library Wednesday, May 29 from 6-8 p.m. for an informational session about essential oils. Following the presentation, participants will take part in a DIY project to make an essential oil “Bug Be Gone” spray. Participation in this workshop is free, but those interested in attending are asked to sign up at the library to assure enough supplies are available. Read & Go! Participants will read about and traveling to Ellis and Liberty Islands. Read a book (your choice) that features either of these places, then participate in the book discussion at the library on Wednesday, June 5 at 6:30 p.m. On Tuesday, June 11, take a fabulous bus trip - leaving at 6:30 a.m. and returning at 8:30 p.m.; 28 spots are available, and can only be reserved with full payment of $73. Bring money for lunch on Ellis Island and dinner on the return trip at Outback Steakhouse in Middletown. Contact Heather Johnson at the library: 865-5929. There will be a breakfast fundraiser at TA’s Restaurant on Saturday, May 11 from 7 a.m. to 12 noon to support a youth group going to Florida to attend a church youth conference. There will be baskets and raffles. Participants need not be present to win at the noon drawings. They will also be collecting used athletic/children’s shoes in front in a donation box. The used shoes will be recycled to make stuffing for stuffed animals for children in Africa for shelters. Bring the old shoes to throw in the donation bucket at the breakfast. Max Jacobs will host a breakfast fundraiser on May 11 to raise money for his Eagle Scout project to purchase and install a scoreboard for the Walton Booster Club Football program. The breakfast will be at the New Hope Community Church from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. - free will offering. The Walton Farmer’s market will be held every Friday this year, from 10 a.m. till 2 p.m. at the Veteran’s Plaza right in the middle of the shopping district. The market will start July 5 and go through
Sept. 27. That’s a lot of fresh veggies and fruits this summer! The market is run by Cornell Cooperative Office of Delaware County and more vendors and farmers are sought. Call 865-6531 if interested. The farmers market organizers are looking for organizations to hold fundraising events at the space on those Fridays to add to the fun and create more interest for shoppers. For example a rock painting event, a yoga demonstration or an ice cream social on the plaza or groups that need to do fundraisers (Scouts, FFA, churches) to host bake sales at that time. If you have an event you could wrap around the Friday dates, contact Tara Vitti at the Walton Chamber of Commerce or Feather and Stone Restaurant, or visit the chamber’s Facebook page. Walton lost two great ladies this week: Arvella Goodrich and Ellie Wood. Both were the matriarchs of their families and will be missed by many. Both of them were extended family and loved by lots of friends and family alike. Condolences to all who are grieving but hold your good memories with you forever for having loved them in this life. Come and have fun and help raise money for Walton’s Speech and Debate Club on Monday, May 6, from 6-8 p.m. at the Walton high school. Money raised from this event will help send six members to the national competition in Milwaukee. The cost is $30 prepaid, and each person will make their very own 12”x12” wooden sign. You choose the color paint and stain you want and the design/saying you want. They will try to accommodate special requests up until the day before the event. Otherwise, there will be lots to choose from that night. Spring fling yard and craft sale at the New Hope Community Church on Stockton Avenue on Saturday, May 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch will be available for purchase; $10 a table. Call Linda Frank to reserve one: 865-4004. The Cruisin’ for a Cure relay event raised a lot of money this weekend, despite Saturday’s bad weather, however, organizers were just short of the goal. If you missed the event and would like to donate, contact Beth O’Brien at 607-434-1319 to help them reach that goal!
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By Rosie Cunningham DELHI - Meet Todd, a canine available at the Heart of the Catskills Humane Society (HCHS) and The Reporter pet of the week. Todd is a handsome pug and Pomeranian mix who currently resides in the HCHS in Delhi. Todd is friendly, house trained and all of his vaccinations are up to date. He is also good with other dogs, cats and children. According to HCHS Director Deb Crute, Todd is an active boy who enjoys playing with his toys. He is also cuddly and very affectionate. To inquire about Todd, call 607-746-3080 or email info@ heartofthecatskills.org. Visit the animals at the shelter at 46610 State Hwy. 10, Delhi.
There’s no way to predict when or where an accident will happen. That’s why the American Red Cross needs donors to give blood during trauma awareness month this May and throughout the year to help ensure that trauma centers are prepared the moment an injured patient arrives. Platelets may also be needed to help with clotting in cases of massive bleeding. Because platelets must be transfused within five days of donation, there is a constant – often critical – need to
keep up with hospital demand. Donors of all blood types are urged to give now to help meet the needs of trauma patients and others with serious medical conditions. Make an appointment to donate blood: download the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Upcoming blood donation opportunities in Delaware County May 1-23: Andes: May 15, 3 - 7 p.m., Andes Central School, 85 Delaware
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community who are passionate about defeating cancer. No matter why you take part in relay, it is certain, you are helping ACS to save lives with every step you take.” Since its inception in 2003, Delaware County Relay For Life has raised more than $1.6 million. Participants registered at 11 a.m. and cancer survivors of all ages walked the ceremonial first lap at noon. Donations for Relay For Life will be accepted until May 26.
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Lynn Pickett, Delaware County Relay for Life chairwoman, led the opening ceremony at noon.
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On Wednesday, May 24, Franklin Rotary Club members conducted their annual roadside litterpluck, by cleaning up trash on the one-mile stretch of state Route 357, on the north and south sides of the village of Franklin. Pictured are Franklin Rotary members: Ed McKinley, Rodney Hebbard, Tom Wilber, John Peterson, Hanna VanDeusen, Chris Kemp, Don Hebbard, Deb Renwick, Gary Orton, Tom Collier and Tom Briggs.
Andes Volunteers Collect Litter From Route 28 By Jesse Hilson Rosie Cunningham/The Reporter
The Delhi Fire Department served food at the 17th annual Relay for Life Walk.
Andes Road Closed For Bridge Repair The Delaware County Department of Public Works will close Brace Hollow Road in the town of Andes to through traffic on Monday, May 6 at 7 a.m. to make repairs on a bridge deck. The road will be closed at Bridge 164, approximately 200 feet southeast of the intersection with Fall Clove Road. It is expected that the road will be remain closed until Friday, May 17. The traveling public should seek alternate routes.
In observance of Earth Day, a small group of volunteers from the town of Andes came together to pick up litter on the sides of routes 28 and 30. Earth Day, April 20, weather was not favorable so the “litter pluck” was rescheduled for Wednesday, April 24. Approximately 10 volunteers came out and dispersed around the town. Two citizens of Andes, Nancy McShane and Ann Roberti, informally began the trash pick up ten years ago and other volunteers have joined them over the years. With longevity has come
Rep. Antonio Delgado Listens to DelCo Student Concerns, Blasts Mueller Report By Lillian Browne
cal for a host of reasons, including the means to access healthcare and employment, Delgado continued. An infrastructure bill will be introduced by Congress in the coming years to set aside funding for rural communities, he said. A robust investment in public transportation will create the kind of access to economically vibrant and healthy communities, Delgado said. Delgado also assessed special counsel Robert Mueller’s report into a federal investigation of Russian meddling in the 2016 Presidential election. Especially alarming, he said, was the language the special prosecutor used in the report to describe the breadth and nature of the meddling. President Trump misled the public in how invested and involved the Russians were with the election, Delgado said, which was evidenced by the extent of the communication between Trump’s campaign and Russia. A 400 page report that was reduced to four summary pages, which left out critical findings, was an “incredibly partisan” move by the attorney general, Delgado said. Further investigation, Delgado said, is warranted. “We need to preserve the integrity of our electoral system,” Delgado said.
attention from the authorities, as the New York State Department of Transportation has extended its safety regulations to the volunteers working on state roads in the form of safety vests, hard hats, work signs, and practices such as walking on the side of the road facing traffic. The DOT donates the safety gear, bags and gloves and also picks up the full garbage bags that the volunteers collect. The Catskill Watershed Corporation also donates bags and gloves. Last Wednesday the volunteers picked up 75 bags of litter covering 12.5 miles of roadway, according to McShane. The most plentiful objects discovered along the road by the antilitter volunteers are empty cans and bottles, signaling that many motorists are drinking and driving. “They can’t be in the car with an open container,” McShane said. Other items included wrappers, plastic bags, and diapers. When asked why he thought people threw away such items, Andes resident and volunteer Mark Pezzati said, “It’s made to be thrown away. It’s single use
items. It’s inherent in the object use it and toss it.” The Andes Central School Outdoor Club also joined the volunteers to pick up trash along Tremperskill Road. McShane said afterward that they had “a blast doing this job” and that they felt good about doing this work for the community. This was the first year they joined the effort and they look forward to coming back next year. McShane said that there were seven students and two teachers. “The roads are a bit cleaner this year than in the past,” McShane said. “Maybe when folks see us picking up they are more reluctant to litter.” The next litter pickup date will be determined and announced on the Facebook page Andes First Community News, and interested volunteers can contact Ann Roberti at 845-676-3643 or Nancy McShane at 845-676-3534. Because of the rain cancelled two pickup dates, McShane said there was still a lot of litter out there. Next, the volunteers plan to tackle Route 30 along the Pepacton Reservoir.
DELHI - During an “in-district work week” last week, Congressman Antonio Delgado visited South Kortright Central School for a student-based town hallstyle meeting, where students expressed their despondency over college education costs, a debt-saddled future and a lack of job prospects. Delgado detailed File photo the visit in his monthly media Congressman Antonio Delgado, conference call on Monday, April 29, relaying what he learned from NY-19 (D) Delaware County youth and their opment. concerns about the future. “We are not training our young Students wonder if it’s worth going to college when job pros- people for skilled professions,” pects are not great and debt is a Delgado said of his listening tour reality, Delgado said of his visit at throughout New York’s 19th Congressional District. the school. To help remedy that, Delgado College education, Delgado said, should not be a profit mak- has asked the Department of Ening endeavor. “We all benefit ergy to conduct a study on “green when our young people pursue jobs” in renewable energy. Investments in renewable enhigher education.” Students also felt that they are ergy will help drive the economy not being heard, Delgado re- and address climate change and layed. They are frustrated with the reduction of carbon emisthe inability of lawmakers and sions, he said. Tax credits need legislators to understand their to be moved away from the fossil fuel industry and used to create goals and desires. In addition to voting, Delgado jobs that pay good wages and are told students to engage in their sustainable. The lack of public transporcommunities, as a way to address tation continues to plague rusome of their concerns. Students also cited their con- ral communities like Delaware cerns with the lack of high-speed County and supporting initiainternet and cell service, which tives with federal dollars is critinot only places them at a disadvantage with their peers in more populated areas, but also hampers economic opportunities in rural Delaware County. In response, Delgado told students that he is working hard to forge public-private partnerships to address the lack of service and is hopeful that incentives for industry-related companies to invest in rural areas will be made sfcu has great rates, flexible payment plans, and they know available at the federal level. me and my family. So, rather than waiting around for some Delgado is a member of the May 13th - 18th, 9am - 5:30pm out of town approval, I get an answer right here at home. House’s Small Business, AgriculThat’s why I call it the Home Sweet Home Equity Loan.” tural and Transportation and InWe’re an equal housing lender. frastructure Committees. March 25th-30th, 9am-5pm D elhi and Mar Investments in the economy,5th-30th, 9am-5pm D elhi and Margaretville Delgado said, including slashing corporate welfare to industries like big pharma and big ag, are 1-877-642-7328 needed. Instead, he said, those sfcuonline.org sarah@friendsofrecoverydo.org 607-267-4435 Contact Or Call For More Info dollars should be transferred to arah@friendsofrecoverydo.org Or Call 607-267-4435 For More Info Federally Insured by NCUA education and workforce devel-
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DelCo Bluestone... continued from front page ditional full-time employees and one additional part-time employee. Once the expansion project which includes a new building and saw line, will enable to company to produce higher quality, high-end stone products. Sonny & Sons manufactures stone products for markets in Westchester County, Boston and Washington D.C. The company is one of the few that has a 5 axis saw, also known as a “belt saw,” used in the counter-top industry. The new saw line will help the company achieve evolving standards in stone products which demand millimeter precision cuts rather than the previously accepted quarter-inch variations. Improving the accuracy of the stone cuts will allow Sonny & Sons to capture a larger percentage of the high-end market, while
providing for efficiencies in labor and cost savings. The new saw line will double the company’s production capacity. IDA Director Michael O’Brien praised the expansion as a testament to the legacy of Delaware County manufacturers as well as
its founders. For more information about Sonny & Sons Bluestone Company visit them online at sonnyandsonsstonecompanyllc.com. For more information about the Delaware County IDA call 607-832-5123.
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A new finishing saw, similar to the one onsite here, will be purchased by Sonny & Sons with a low-interest loan from the Delaware County IDA.
Governor Announces Launch Of Thruway Authority Skilled Trades Scholarship Program
Ten Students Will be Chosen to Participate in Pilot Program This Year Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced Tuesday, April 30, the launch of a new Thruway Authority Skilled Trades Scholarship Program, aimed at recruiting qualified students pursuing a career in the trades and increasing workplace diversity. The thruway authority will collaborate with New York State schools offering programs in various trades such as carpentry, electrical, HVAC and plumbing, and provide students the opportunity to jumpstart their careers with the thruway authority while gaining valuable on-the-job skills training. Ten students will be selected in the pilot program this year to work in each of the thruway authority’s maintenance divisions across the state. Students enrolled in vocational/technical programs, or accepted for enrollment at a trade school or college-level program, can apply for the scholarship program. Applicants are required to submit an
employment application and provide two letters of recommendation. Submissions will be reviewed by a committee, which will interview and select the qualified candidates this summer. Selected applicants will be awarded $1,000 toward their education while joining the Thruway Authority workforce to apply their skills. As full-time thruway authority employees, the participants will be eligible for the thruway authority’s tuition reimbursement program to further fund their education expenses. During the program, participants will continue to attend classes and obtain the necessary qualifications for progressive levels of the program. With proper training and experience, the candidates will be appointed to a journey level trade position with the thruway authority once they meet the minimum qualifications.
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——————————————— The next regular meeting of the board of trustees will be on May 6, a 6 p.m. in the board room 21 North Street. The quarterly water/sewer bills were mailed on April 3. The last day to pay without penalty is May 6. A 10 percent penalty will be added to unpaid accounts on May 7. If you are thinking about a party or reunion this year, remember there are two pa-
vilions in the village to rent. Yendes is in Austin-Lincoln Park and the fee is $50, and Upper Bassett Park where the fee is $25. You can access the Park Reservation Application at villageofwalton.com. Leaves should be bagged in CLEAR plastic bags and set by the curb. If you should have any questions, call the village hall at 607865-4358.
Timberland Agents Among Top Producers Coldwell Banker Timberland Properties (CBTP) had 13 agents who were recently honored with special recognition from the parent company for sales achievements in 2018. Jill Ogden who works out of the company’s Delhi office, was honored with the Coldwell Banker International President’s Premier designation. The award represents Jill’s status among the top one percent of Coldwell Banker agents worldwide. Three agents — Carol Spinelli and Jeffrey Ashton from the company’s Margaretville office and Jacqlene Rose who manages the CBTP Sidney office — were honored with the International President’s Circle designation. This award signifies sales status among the top six percent of Coldwell Banker agents worldwide. Earning status in Coldwell Banker’s Diamond Society, representing the top 11 percent of
individual agents were Travis O’Dell, manager of the company’s Roscoe office, and Melissa Wakin-Mostert, who is based at the CBTP office in Delhi. Achieving Sterling Society honors, representing the top 17 percent of Coldwell Banker agents worldwide were: Esther de Jong, Christine O’Shaughnessy and Reginald Oberlag from the Margaretville office; Christopher DiCorato from works at the Stamford office, Stephen Kaminsky from the Delhi office and Steven Rose and Maria Smith the from the CBTP Sidney office. The agents were honored for their achievements at the company’s recent quarterly sales meeting. Coldwell Banker Prime Properties, one of the largest real estate companies in the northeast, purchased CBTP in November 2017 to significantly expand its coverage area.
Billy’s Make & Mend Offers Workshops, Showcases Antique Sewing Machines By Rosie Cunningham DELHI - A Delhi resident is stitching his passion together one sewing machine and workshop at a time. Last August, Bill Hancock and his wife Tracey, moved to the area - a move which included transporting 230 vintage household and industrial sewing machines. “I had them stuffed into a Cape Cod house in Rockland County and I call them ‘the herd,’” he
said. Hancock offers space to rent for potential sewing enthusiasts, weekend workshops, quilting or sewing circles, as well as a variety of machines that are both exciting and fun to try. The 54-year-old said his passion for sewing machines stems from his enjoyment of “anything mechanical or anything having to do with engineering.” “I work on my own cars, motorcycle and trucks,” he said. Hancock said there is sentimental rationale behind his pas-
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sion for sewing. “My wife and I were at a garage sale and she bought this Singer sewing machine in an apple green case,” he said. “It sparked a memory of watching my mom sew clothes for me and my three older sisters. I was fascinated by the creative process and the machines - I used to watch her work and admire the finished product.” After the first sewing machine purchase, Hancock started reading about Singer sewing machines and the history of the company and his collection began to grow. Hancock showcases his sewing chops on the YouTube chan-
nel and has a group of friends involved in the sewing community. He also does sewing machine repair. He said he has started sewing for heavy machinery - making leather covers for seats and upholstery, and working with horse tack. Hancock said he discovered the Delhi area after visiting Kate’s Lazy Meadow in Mount Tremper. The couple explored and came to find their current residence which he describes as “perfect.” Hancock said he truly enjoys teaching others how to sew and has a true appreciation for the machines.
“It’s a shame to see them going into the landfills,” he said. “These machines can last for generations. They are all metal and they are just beautiful. Hancock said he is looking forward to the “next phase” and being a part of the local community. “If you love something you do for work, you are not working a day in your life,” he said. For more information, call 201-7223-9228 or visit Billy’s Make & Mend on Facebook. Also, email billysmakeandmend@yahoo.com.
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The Delaware County Industrial Development Agency received valuable information about Opportunity Zone Funds and Programs at its regular monthly directors’ meeting on April 26. The new program will allow venture capitalists to invest in rural Delaware County - making the towns of Walton, Sidney, Masonville and Deposit even more attractive for business development. Here, Bonnie Diaz, of Chiesa, Shahinian & Giantomasi PC, details fund program structure, disbursement and eligibility for IDA Directors Bruce Dolph, George Bergleitner, Scott White, Michael O’Brien, Flerida SantanaJohnas, Jim Thomson and Delaware County Economic Development Department staff Glenn Nealis and Tabitha Byam.
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Well, let’s just say the past week has been anything but dry. Believe it or not we topped last April by a lot, as of Sunday by three quarters of an inch over last year. At 5 a.m. Sunday, we have 5.44” for the month, normal is 3.66 and the outlook for the coming week is more rain Monday night into Tuesday morning and the chance of showers Tuesday through Friday. It’s also a little depressing to see snow in late April but that’s what happened Saturday and Sunday. Unless you’re at a high elevation, nothing stuck but with the wind and temperatures in the upper 30s and very low 40s for the high, it certainly didn’t feel like spring. Upcoming - during the week
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temperatures will be below average, low 50s to mid 50s for the highs. Normal is now low 60s and you’ll still hear the furnace turn on or put wood on a fire, at least at night because below temp again. Looks like cloudy to partly cloudy until Saturday, which is supposed to be clear but below temp with a high of upper 50. Sunday will finally be normal - in the low 60s. This is Monday morning, it’s low 20s, ice on puddles and frost but 50 by afternoon. Guess what - it’s going to rain Monday night. April’s final statistics will be in next week’s paper. Remember, for announcements call 607-865-7837. ~ Frank
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A view of the Delhi town pool which is slated to open this summer. However, Perkins said everything will depend on the weather. “We are unsure of the opening day,” he said. “We were hoping everything would be completed before Memorial Day weekend but there are no promises.” Perkins added that there is grading work which is still underway at the access road be just beyond the Bracchy property, past the American Legion as you exit the village of Delhi. “We will be sure to have signage up to make the entrance clear,” he said. So far, lifeguards and a pool di-
rector have been hired and applications are still being accepted. Perkins said funds for the pool have come from a New York State Parks and Recreation Grant, and the O’Connor Foundation, which he said is a “huge supporter.” “We are also waiting for a grant from (former) Senator John Bonacic,” he said and added that community fundraisers and the generosity of individuals and organizations in the area have also been instrumental in raising funds for the pool project. “I am very much looking forward to the project being com-
Sidney Chamber To Host Fox CEO Joyner The Sidney Chamber of Commerce and Sidney Emergency Medical Services (SEMS) invites all interested to meet and hear Fox Tri-Town Emergency Center and Services CEO Jeff Joyner speak on the relationship with Sidney and the surrounding area with Fox Hospital and the future growth of Fox services. The event is May 14 at 8 a.m. at Sidney Country Club. A continental breakfast will be provided; RSVP to John Redente at Jredente1@gmail.com.
Nex-To-New Thrift Store Is Looking For Volunteers The Nex-To-New Corporation Thrift Store, 11 Main Street, Sidney, is a not-for-profit organization that assists the communities around Sidney. The store accepts gently used items such as clothing, household goods, books, games, puzzles, décor items, and small appliances during business hours. The goods are sold at minimal prices. Sale proceeds, after expenses, are donated back to local area charities - a win-win for all as Nex-To-New provides a place for people to donate unwanted but usable items and in turn the corporation gives back to the community with donations to other non-profit organizations. In the past year, donations have gone to the Polar Bear Jump, The Friends of the Libraries for Sidney, Masonville and
Sidney Center libraries, Delaware Valley Humane Society, Every Dog’s Dream, HALO, SOUL, and the Sidney Food Bank, among others. More volunteers are needed who will be trained in the varied aspects of the store, such as sorting and tagging donations, hanging and displaying items, packing seasonal items away, straightening the sales floor and running a cash register. Volunteering is rewarding help people and make new friends. Contact Sheila at 607437-4998 or shebell2000@yahoo.com for further information about volunteering time to help. Presently, the thrift store is open Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays 9 to 1. With more volunteers, the store’s hours could be increased.
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plete,” he said. “The next plan is to redo the playground which is currently next to the pool. We would like to incorporate it within the fenced-in area of the pool.”
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Hamden’s Toni Watkins Checks Scuba Diving Off Her Bucket List By Rosie Cunningham HAMDEN - When Toni Watkins turned 66 years old she decided to chip away at her bucket list and at the top, was scuba diving. Fast forward a year, and Watkins is now a certified diver and her passion leads her underwater multiple times a year during trips to the Caribbean Sea - Cozumel.
“I have always been ‘a fish’ and have loved water,” said the Hamden resident. Watkins retired as the physical education teacher at Hancock Central School in 2007. Through Vintage Valley Farm in Delhi, she became integrated into the world of Morgan horses, showing her horses often and even winning a Reserve World Champion title in Oklahoma. “I have been heavily involved
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both loved to hunt and to fish. Both our boys would be honored and humbled to have these bridges named in their honor. We certainly are,” Whiting said, speaking for his family and on behalf of the Hall family. “It’s an honor that the people of Hancock did this for us,” Evan Hall, Cameron’s father said. “They didn’t have to do this, but they did. It’s a great honor and humbling.” Evan Hall is a 38-year veteran of the United State Army. The signs will serve as a reminder to motorists of the young mens’ service and sacrifice they made for their country. Hancock Supervisor Jerry Vernold praised the efforts of former Hancock Supervisor Sam Rowe who initiated the bridge dedications and renamings, through collaboration with Senator Fred Akshar and Assemblyman Cliff Crouch, before he left office. The ceremony concluded with a trumpeting of “Taps” and a rendition of “Amazing Grace” played on the bagpipe.
Toni Watkins, 66, of Hamden, enjoying life underwater while she scuba dives.
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NYS DOT spokesman Dave Hamburg, at the podium, leads the crowd in the Pledge of Allegiance prior to the start of the bridge dedication ceremony in Hancock on April 25.
Marijuana 2019: Commercialization, Community and the New Normal Ben Cort, a nationally known and respected expert on today’s cannabis, will present a free workshop called Marijuana 2019: Commercialization, Community and the New Normal from 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday, May 20. Being from Colorado, he approaches this often controversial commodity with a straightforward and pragmatic approach. Cort will share with workshop participants the history of marijuana and how commercialization has changed the way cannabis is used and the potency of the cannabis that is available. This workshop will be beneficial to business leaders, human services professionals, healthcare providers, parents, community members, and elected officials. Space is limited and tickets are required. For tickets visit: www.facebook.com/LEAFinc.
This workshop is sponsored by: LEAF Council on Alcoholism & Addictions, Cornell Cooperative Extension – Delaware County – Rural Healthcare Alliance, Alcohol and Drug Council – Delaware County, Otsego County Chamber of Commerce, FOR-DO, Leatherstocking Collaborative Health Partners.
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in Morgans for years and years. When I got to be 66, I said ‘I need to get going on my bucket list and not just show (horses),’” she said. Walton native Steve Belmont, who Watkins has known since childhood, owns Tres Pelicanos Dive Center in Cozumel and it was with his guidance that her passion for scuba diving blossomed. “I told him I was interested. I came to Cozumel on a cruise and he set me up with an instructor and I was taken about 20 feet down,” she said. “I was instantly hooked. When I came home, I asked family to get me Professional Association of Diving Instructors - a diving training membership - for my birthday.” Watkins went through the steps, taking part in contained work and completed her open water certification in November. “My first official dive was Palancar Horseshoe in the Cozumel National Marine Park on Nov. 6, 2018. That first certification allows you to dive anywhere in the world,” she said. “I listen and learn and I travel to Cozumel and take underwater tours of the national park - they are the most beautiful, huge and iridescent reefs. It’s incredible - the corals are thousands of years old and I am just in awe. I’ve been as deep as 110 feet and as a recreational diver you can go about 130 before having to worry about the bends (or decompression sickness).” Watkins said she enjoys everything about being underwater.
Beautiful underwater life in the Caribbean sea. “It’s peaceful,” she said. “I love watching sea turtles munch on coral, seahorses and watching nurse sharks.” She will continued to earn certifications and most recently, came back from a trip in April. “If you don’t dive, you will only see what I get to see in pictures,” said Watkins. “I also see first hand the impact plastics have in the ocean.” Watkins said she has also become a part of the scuba diving camaraderie. She’s met individuals from other parts of the world, guides, photographers and scuba enthusiasts. Watkins said she has plans to return to Cozumel in October and as for the next item on her bucket list - a trip to Germany may be in order. “My 12-year-old grandson is
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very interested in World War II. He wants to visit Auschwitz (concentration camp) and Anne Frank’s home,” she said. “Maybe that is what I will do next. I am 66 years old, able-bodied and nothing hurts. I want to do many more things - as the saying goes I will ‘not go quietly into the night.’”
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Crouch Concerned Colchester Man Guilty of Violating Order of Protection, Sentenced to Jail With Legislation Sealing
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Charles McDermott, 62, Roscoe, is taken from Walton Village Court in handcuffs on April 29 to the Delaware County Jail to begin serving a 60 day jail sentence after being found guilty of the violating an order of protection. McDermott is pictured with Walton Police Officers Logan Wood and Dan St. Jacques. By Lillian Browne WALTON - A Colchester man continued to profess his innocence, while decrying the criminal justice system and blasting his attorney, the police and the judge, following a jury’s guilty verdict in Walton Village Court on Monday, April 29. Charles P. McDermott, 62, was convicted, by three men and three women of second-degree criminal contempt. After deliberating for approximately two hours, jurors found McDermott guilty of violating an order of protection issued by Walton Justice Paul Laauser in 2017, which prohibited McDermott from videotaping or taking pictures of his Fulton Street, Roscoe, neighbors - Stephen and Luan Corrado. The Corrados testified that McDermott consistently and repetitively harassed them from the time they purchased their home adjacent to McDermott’s, in 2013. The Corrados also testified that McDermott yelled and screamed at them and made multiple calls to various police agencies complaining, among other things, that the Corrados cut the grass and raked leaves too close to his property line. McDermott also constantly videotaped them, the Corrados testified. Since 2013, the Corrados were issued six different orders of protection prohibiting McDermott from harassing them. Each of the orders of protection contained a provision that McDermott refrain from videotaping or taking pictures of the Corrados. In May 2017, Colchester Police arrested McDermott for violating the order of protection by video-
taping Stephen Corrado while he swept out his garage, which is approximately 25 feet from McDermott’s house. McDermott’s attorney Dennis Laughlin argued that Colchester Police Officer Rich Pagillo did not investigate the complaint, and instead, arrested McDermott after McDermott stated that he was taking a picture of a bush in the vicinity of the Corrados’ garage. Laughlin further argued that because the order of protection was not served on McDermott in court, or read to him by the judge or an attorney, that he did not understand the specific provisions, and was therefore obligated to comply with an order which was never explained to him. Special Prosecutor James Hartmann objected to that defense, citing numerous orders of protection with the same provision served on McDermott in court and read to him by a presiding judge, on previous occasions. Jurors, wanting clarification of the orders of protection dates and the language contained in them, requested to review the orders during deliberation. Jurors, likewise, requested the court replay the recorded testimony of both McDermott and defense witness Linda Hechenberger; but changed their minds after reviewing the orders of protection. In the moments following the unanimous guilty verdict, Hartmann requested Judge Chad Hall sentence McDermott to 60-days in the Delaware County Jail and a three year probation sentence, as well as impose another order of protection, to “send a message” about the seriousness of the crime. “If this were an isolated incident,” Hartmann said, “we would not be here. These people (the Corrados) are living in per-
petual fear.” A sentence of probation, Hartmann continued, would not be sufficient punishment. Laughlin asked for leniency in sentencing indicating that the alleged violation did not rise to a level that required jail time. Given the opportunity to make a statement before pronouncing sentence, McDermott told the court that he was repeatedly provoked and intimidated by Stephen Corrado, a retired police officer, who McDermott said, forcibly pressed him against a wall, while in the possession of a gun and screwdriver, after attempting to run over McDermott’s dog. McDermott told Hall that he had tried to resolve the issues through the justice system, but a series of failures by various town magistrates and defense attorneys resulted in complaints lingering in the court system for several years. McDermott told Hall that not only has he lived in fear of Stephen Corrado for the past five years but that he is “totally innocent of the charges.” Hartmann, reacting to the statement, shouted at McDermott saying the case had been transferred to four different judges, “ ...because you couldn’t control yourself! You’ve gone through a boatload of lawyers and you’ve gone through three or four different courts. This is everybody’s fault but yours!” Following the verdict, jurors - who wished to remain anonymous - said any questions that they had were answered after a review of the orders of protection. Initially confused about the date of the incident, after discussion among the jurors, “We were all in agreement. We heard the exact same dates,” a juror said. Despite the guilty verdict and his rotation as one of many defense attorneys in the case, Laughlin said he continues to believe that the criminal justice system works. “We presented evidence that we believe Mr. McDermott was not guilty of the crime and it’s our position that the People failed to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that he was guilty. The jury found otherwise.” The crime McDermott was convicted of, second-degree criminal contempt, is a class A misdemeanor, punishable by one year in jail.
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As he is being placed in a patrol car to be transported to the Delaware County Jail, Charles McDermott of Colchester, states that his Constitutional rights have been violated.
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Assemblyman Clifford W. Crouch spoke out against a bill that came up in the Assembly Committee on Corrections today (April 30) that would make it illegal for employers to inquire about an individual’s criminal record before offering a potential job. Currently, employers have the ability to inquire on applications about job candidates’ arrest records for workplace safety reasons. “I have some serious safety concerns with this legislation,”
said Crouch. “Employers should have the right to know the criminal record of an applicant long before they offer them a position. This is just another example of the soft-on-crime initiatives we have seen this year. This whole legislative session feels as if it has been the “Year of the criminal.” We are closing prisons, sealing arrest records, pardoning domestic terrorists, doing away with mugshots and potentially pardoning all inmates at 55. What could possibly be next?”
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Women Bear Arms For Sport and Safety By Patty Lollot DELHI - On Thursday, April 25, the Delhi Police Department held a firearms class geared for women who shoot, or who are interested in the use of firearms. Head instructor of the class, Capt. Jim Small explained, “Women are increasingly concerned with personal and home safety, mainly due to issues in our society.” Held at the department’s firing range, the class drew nine ladies, ranging in age from college student to senior citizen. Experience in the use and handling of handguns ranged from none to years of holding a permit and hours of target practice. Because of the disparity in experience, there were two groups- those with experience who shot live rounds and those with little or no experience who fired at targets with a simulator with paint-tipped rounds. Assisting with the more experienced group was instructor Rich Kelly, town of Hamden constable, who offered valuable observations and tips. In shooting a revolver, he reviewed the “cup and saucer” hold of the
firearm and in the use of a semiautomatic, he discussed grip and hand support using overlapping fingers. He also noted that there are manufacturers who now make lightweight semi-automatics with easy slides which are more comfortable for women to handle. Correct stance for stability was also reviewed. The women in attendance had a variety of reasons for attending the class. Jade Bivens said, “I’m a criminal justice major and this is an important aspect.” Laurie Carrington noted, “My husband and children all shoot so there’s an interest in target shooting.” Far and away, however, was the concern for personal safety. Senior Sylvia Armanno, who has been shooting for about a year, said she wants to be more proficient “in self protection.” Her sentiments were echoed by Sharon McAteer, who also cited “personal safety” as what drew her to the class. Robyn Dymond shared, “I want to be educated, get a permit, and protect myself.” Rhonda Terry, who has had her
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Don’t Mess with These Ladies - This group of women with firearm experience fired live rounds at targets under the direction of instructor Rich Kelly, Hamden town constable at the Delhi PD firing range. Pictured from left to right, Linda Gray of Delancey, Laura Carrington of Davenport, Sharon Radtke of Walton, Rhonda Terry of Hamden and Sylvia Armanno of Delhi. pistol permit for 11 years said, “Certainly, more women should take this up.” In closing, Small explained that he hoped the participants left the class “knowing the enormous responsibility in owning
a firearm - socially, morally and legally. It is hoped that they have gained confidence that will allow
them to safely enjoy the ownership of their firearm and be able to defend themselves if needed.”
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Let Me - Sylvia Armanno and Sharon Radtke prepare to discharge their firearms at the Delhi PD firing range during a class geared toward women shooters last Thursday.
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Show and Tell - Firearm use and safety measures were explained to this group of beginner shooters by instructor Capt. Jim Small with the Delhi PD. at the department’s firing range last Thursday.
Learning Responsibility in a Relaxed Environment - Shooters at the Delhi PD firing range strike a pose with instructor Capt. Jim Small. Pictured from left to right are, Ashley Searing, Sharon McAteer, Robyn Dymond and Jade Bivens.
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Walton Police Department
• Kenneth S. Wong, 28, Bronx, was issued an appearance ticket on April 20 charging him with unlawful possession of marijuana. • Cara E. LeFever, 40, Franklin, was arrested on April 25 and charged with three counts of petit larceny and two counts of seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. She was sent to the Delaware County Jail on $1,500 bail or $3,000 bond, awaiting a further court appearance in Walton Village Court. • Ryan J. Costello, 24, Farmingdale, was issued an appearance ticket on April 28, charging him with unlawful possession of marijuana, following a traffic stop.
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• Stephen A. Zaccone Jr., 45, Elmwood Park, N.J., was issued appearance tickets on April 24 charging him with driving while intoxicated, second-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, failure to keep right and unlawful possession of marijuana. • Kaitlin S. Daly, 24, no address provided, was issued an appearance ticket on April 25 charging her with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, accused of possessing concentrated cannabis. • Casey M. Snyder, 48, was arrested on April 27 and charged
with second-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, speed in zone and driving to left of pavement. He was sent to the Delaware County Jail on $500 cash bail.
Sidney Police Department
• Matthew J. Stafford, 23, Sidney, was arrested on April 23 and charged with two counts of endangering the welfare of a child. • Theresa M. Decker, 54, Sidney, was arrested on April 24 and charged with second-degree harassment. • Brianna S. Wubbenhorst, 25, Sidney, was arrested on April 24 and charged with neglect of an impounded animal. • MistyBlue H. Crisell, 30, New Berlin, was arrested on April 24 and charged with second-degree harassment. • Marion N. Crosby, 23, Sidney, was arrested on April 24 and charged with two counts of second-degree harassment. • Anthony J. Albro, 33, Sidney, was arrested on April 24 and charged with second-degree harassment and four counts of endangering the welfare of a child and on April 25 was charged with petit larceny and neglect of an impounded animal. • Ayad Mohamed, 66, Sidney, was arrested on April 25 and charged with third-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. • Mary E. McDonald, 55, Sidney, was arrested on April 25 and
Incidents published in the Police Blotter come directly from reports provided by local law enforcement agencies. These reports are a record of the actions taken on a given day by these agencies. Nothing in the published blotter should be construed as a finding of guilt.
charged with unlawful possession of marijuana.
New York State Police
• Kenneth R. Houle, 33, was issued appearance tickets on April 5 by Sidney State Police charging him with following too closely, no license and unlawful possession of marijuana. • Jessica A. Occhipinti, 21, Walton, was arrested on April 25 by Stamford State Police and charged with fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon and unlawful possession of marijuana. • Daniel P. White, 44, Meridale, was arrested by Oneonta State
Police on April 27 following a traffic stop on Dry Brook Road and charged with leaving the scene of a property damage accident, moving from lane unsafely, speeding, driving while intoxicated, refusal to take breath test and drinking alcohol in a motor vehicle on a highway. • Anthony A. Lame, 58, Hobart, was arrested by Margaretville State Police on April 26 and charged with petit larceny. • William T. Wyble, 25, Harpersfield, was arrested by Margaretville State Police on April 27 and charged with second-de-
gree harassment. • Lisa I. Radenhausen, 53, Jefferson, was arrested on April 22 by Stamford State Police and charged with driving while ability impaired by drugs following a traffic stop on state Route 10 in Stamford. She was released on her own recognizance. • Gregory K. Mullin, 41, Roscoe, was arrested by Wurtsboro State Police on April 26 and charged with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and unlawful possession of marijuana following a traffic stop on state Route 17.
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Andes Central School Honor Roll Announced
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The administration at Andes Central School has releases its quarter three honor roll for the 2018-2019 school year. Grade 12 Honors: Alexis Heannings, Falcon Thomas Melvin. Grade 11 High Honors: Britney Davila. Honors: James Camuti, Leandra Edelson, Tucker Hohn, Harli Mahon, Mazzy Williams. Grade 10 High Honors: Sierra Barrett. Honors: Rachel Masterson. Grade 9 Superintendent’s Honors: Emily Anderson, Katherine Edelson. Honors: Ben Andersen.
Grade 8 Superintendent’s Honors: Lila Green. High Honors: Rylee Burton, Destiny Weaver. Grade 7 High Honors: Christina Chakar, Ava McIntosh, Dusty Richards. Honors: Anna Newbold Grade 6 Superintendent’s Honors: Shane Edwards. Grade 5 High Honors: Gabriellah Bene, Alani Mendez. Honors: Gavyn Mahon, Giovanni Patrocinio.
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Walton’s Townsend School held its 22nd annual spelling bee Friday night, April 26, and two students from each third, fourth and fifth grade classroom competed for the top honor. Participants were determined after spelling bees were conducted in their classrooms. Students studied words above their grade levels for two weeks to prepare. The three winners at their grade levels are, from left to right: grade 3, Esther Salvia; grade 4, Ryder Stone; and grade 5, Catelyn Cooksey. Congratulations to all the participants and as these winners as they all worked hard to become better spellers.
WCS Middle School 3rd Quarter Honor Rolls Announced The administration at Walton Central Middle School has announced its third quarter honor roll list. Superintendent’s List - averages between 95-100 percent: Grade 8: Logan Aubin, Abigail DelBalso, Samantha MacDonald, Makara MacGibbon, Elizabeth Richards, Abigail Seguare, Noah Sovocool, Rachel Trimbell. Grade 7: Mackenzie Backus, Marissa Barlow, Abigail Brown, Alicia Dolce, Isabelle Driscoll, Eve Foster, David Gatchalian, Caroline Gorence, Jonica Green, Faith Lambert, Samuel Ludden, Ella Rhinehart, Allene Vesterfelt, Isabella Yetto. Grade 6: Jordan Covey, Olivia Hulse, Elijah Jones, MaryClaire Mascioli, William Neske V, Aurora Siniscalchi, Addyson Trimbell, Hannah Velardi. Principals’ List - averages between 90-94 percent. Grade 8: Jeffrey Bailey, Jr., Charlotte Bayne, Heidi Decker,
Graydon Dutcher, Makenzie Dutton, Kaylynn Faulkner, Laci Frank, Kerenna Jacobs, Caden LeBarge, Meyer Little, Gianni Marano, Jayven Mason, Anthony McClenon, Havyn Merwin, Paige Moody, Daxtin Nichols, Ava Pieper, Savannah Reynolds, Gabriella Shelton, Peyton Tweedie, Kaitlyn Wood. Grade 7: Amanda Brooks, Brianna D’Addezio, Devin Gregory, Daisy Haven, Meka Merwin, Olivia Murphy, Colby Phraner, Jacob Scofield, Christopher Swiatek, Monica Wright. Grade 6: J.R. Allen, Jr., Malachi Barringer, Aiden Chambers, Makenna MacGibbon, Brody Moore, Caragh O’Connor, Peyton Pettit, Amelia Somers, Emma Thomson, Reese Underwood, Emma Wood, Abigail Wright, Addison Yetto. Honor Roll - averages between 85-89 percent. Grade 8: David Brooks, Elizabeth Bullis, Owen Clough, Ava
Coons, Garrett Copeland, Grace Doig, Gavin Gladstone, Jacqlyn Gransbury, Bryce Hobbie, Chloe Madrigal, Autumn Mattice, Landon McEntee, Briana Morales, Kendra Murphy, Damien Occhipinti, Gabriella Oles, Seanna Paige, Abigail Pierce, Madison Reed. Grade 7: Dominick Armstrong, Lacey Bailey, Aireonna Beardslee, Arianna Bohle, Marlena Carman, Holden Church, Kyndra Church, Alyssa Ferguson, Leah Ferguson, Seth Hunter, Colton Lum, Aron Northrup, Garret Oliver, Justice Sawyer, Trent Sparling, Mikaylee Woodin. Grade 6: Madison Armstrong, Maxwell Dutcher, Camden Endress, Dylan Gardepe, Raleigh Gardepe, Avery Hitt, Evan Koji, Nicholas Loukasgiles II, Clarissa Maus, Caleb Moren, Elijah Prior, Jaden Serra, Anthony Soto, Landon Taylor, Timothy Tweedie Jr., Damien Watson.
SKCS 3rd Marking Period Honor Rolls For 2018-2019
The administration at the South Kortright Central School has announced its third marking period honor rolls for the 20182019 school year. Grade 12 Superintendent’s list: Sophia Biagini, Jordan Finch, Gabriel Goulet, Morgan Hungerford, Anna Reinshagen and Ethan Schmid. High honor roll: Xander Andrades, Alexis Campbell, Jaidahn Cane, Chezney Chichester, Nikki Dorosky, Bella DuBois, Joanna Grommeck, Emma Jensen, Cassidy McGregor, Corey Protsko, Josh Soule and MacKenzie Swantak. Honor roll: Aiden Fox, Matt Northrop and Nickolas Oakley Grade 11 Superintendent’s list: Faith Dianich, Kyle Funk, Cody Mattice, Logan McCracken, Daemon Reed, Lauren Whritner and Kassidy Wright. High honor roll: Hunter Bevins, Emily Burns, Chris Champlin, Dominiquie Decker, Emily Feltman, Tabitha Gregg, Logan Kaufman, Austin Lamport, Sonia Reeves, Michael Stiber, Brandon
Wright and Mahiya Wright. Honor roll: Autumn Burnside, Quinlan Davis and Azalyn HillisBrunson. Grade 10 Superintendent’s list: Haley Kosier, Lauryn Schmid, Mya Stelmashuck and Grace Taylor. High honor roll: Michael Dianich, Cody Estus, George Haynes, Jillian Hungerford, Charlie Kuhn, Lila Shafer and Sara Sluiter Honor roll: Max Bevins, Benjamin Macaluso, Joe Ploutz and Marinna Salcido Grade 9 Superintendent’s list: Lacey Eckert, Shelby Macaluso, Ailee McCracken, Kadence Oblinski, Ella Taylor, Caila Thomas and Kaylee Weaver. High honor roll: Ashlee Barr, Eoin Byrne, Chloe Davis, Brian Dengler, Logan Firment, Jarred Funk, Jasmine Mauras, Payton Pietrantoni and Alexis Rockefeller. Honor roll: Kiersten Acer, Kaylee Bryan, Lydia Soule, Marion Stiber and Lily Whitney. Grade 8 Superintendent’s list: Emerson Comer, Emma Dibble, Akasha Finkle and Dylan Mattice.
High honor roll: Josh Anderson, Ben Hughes, Alexia Pino, Abigail Sander and Jadyn Sturniolo. Honor roll: Natalie Brunner, Adam Champlin, Madison Coberly, Troy Dianich, Kaileb Grizzard, Adin Haynes, Patricia Karpovich, Levi Martin, Myra Mata and Declan McCracken. Grade 7 Superintendent’s list: Hannah Collins, Darren Dengler, Olivia Goulet and Lee Marigliano. High honor roll: Gracie Deysenroth, Jeffrey Palmatier, Conor Quarino, Katherine Reinshagen, Gabriel Taylor, Norah VanBuren, Olivia Westcott and Makenna Wright. Honor roll: Zackary Anderson and Damon Pietrantoni. Strive for five: These students gained five points in their averages in the quarter. Paige Anderson, Madison Baldi, Tabitha Henrickson, Hunter LarsenWright, Keera Lambert, Alexia Pino, Eric Christman, Damien Gloster, Shelby Macaluso, Jacob Morton, Juan Sosa-Martinez, Lydia Soule, Tabitha Gregg, Corey Protsko, Joshua Soule.
The following students are on the third quarter superintendent’s list, principal’s list and honor roll at the Townsend Elementary School in Walton. Grade 5: Superintendent’s List: Carter McNamara, Eli Williams, Kylie Wood. Principal’s List: Gianna Armstrong, Chris Caffery, Chasidy Constable, Catelyn Cooksey, Gavin Harrington, Nate Harrington, Kahrin Vesterfelt. Honor Roll: Abigail Doig, London Gardner, Kaitlynn Gregory, Delaney Kilmurray, Maddox Little, Angelas Mills, Anthony Navas, Lucas Rice, Caden Scofield, Arwen Tracey, Layne VanValkenburg, Delana Wood.
Grade 4: Superintendent’s List: Sapphira Boycott, Parker Cash, Alivia Conklin, Marcus Marano, Anderson McEntee, Jaedyn Roloson, Lucas Carr, Henry Wilcox. Principal’s List: Helena Cooksey, Ethan Hall, Natalie Hoffman, Traci Navas, Matias Navia, Maisy Rhinehart, Samuel Smith, Dylan Stanton, Kai Storrer. Honor Roll: Lorelei Angevine, Izabella Armstrong, Elias Bayne, Evelyn Brooker, Lillian Conrow, April Conway, Raegan Foster, Aubrie Green, Dawson Gregory, Katherine Gorence, Karlee McClenon, Tyler Reed, Justin Somers, Ryder Stone, Tripp Taylor.
WCS BOE To Meet The Walton Central School Board of Education will meet Tuesday, May 7 (budget hearing and regular meeting) at 6 p.m. Meeting dates, times and locations are subject to change. The board of education meets on the first and third Tuesday in the board of education room, O’Neill High School; a board of education advisory committee meeting may follow the second meeting of the month. Board of education budget workshops and community budget forums will be added during budget season. Special or emergency meetings may be added as
necessary throughout the school year. Check the school website www.waltoncsd.org or call 607865-4116 ext. 6130 to confirm scheduled meetings. Items to be discussed in public session will be posted on BoardDocs accessible through the website’s board of education page prior to the regular meeting. Regular meetings are livestreamed and may be viewed at www.waltoncsd.org/ LiveStream.aspx, and recorded and may be viewed using the meeting stream archives links at the bottom of the board of education webpage.
College News
Cedric Taylor, a senior at Bob Jones University pursuing a bachelors of biology degree, was accepted into the masters of microbiology program at Clemson University in Clemson, South Carolina. Taylor is a resident of Margaretville. Centenary University recognized 24 students for outstanding academic achieve-
ment at the annual honors convocation held on April 25. Centenary students honored at this year’s event include Megan K. Marino, Delhi, who received the Elaine Stewart Tyrrell Memorial Scholarship, that is presented to an outstanding criminal justice student who intends to pursue a career in the field.
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Documentary Film ‘Rails to the Catskills’ At DCHA
Binghamton Southerntiersmen Chorus To Perform At Bainbridge Theatre
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For barbershop music characterized by a cappella close harmony and unaccompanied vocal music, come to the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre on Saturday, May 11 at 7 p.m. when the Southerntiersmen will perform. The Southerntiersmen is the chorus of the Binghamton New York chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society, which was chartered in April of 1943. The Southerntiersmen consist of 28 members from all walks of life. The common thread is what they love - 4-part a cappella singing in the barbershop style. The full choir will perform Barbershop music as will multiple quartets. Doors open at 6 p.m.. Tickets will be available at the door or may be reserved ahead by calling 607-288-3882. That evening, the work of the JAC gallery committee and JAC board members will be featured in the Gallery, which is open before the show and until the end of intermission and is free to the public. Check www.jerichoarts.com for future events.
May Madness At MURAL
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Join the Delaware County Historical Association (DCHA) at 2 p.m. on Saturday afternoon, May 11, to view the documentary by Tobe Carey “Rails to the Catskills,” a history of the dynamic railroad industry in the Catskill Mountains. Catskill railroads have roots in the canals of the 1820s and the post-Civil War railroad boom. The film includes original footage, contemporary and vintage photographs, postcards, rare films, rail fan movies, newspapers, and historic archives. Music is by Dick Staber and Paul Lounsbury. Run time for the film is 95 minutes. Admission is free. DCHA, 46549 State Hwy. 10, is two miles north of the village of Delhi. For more information, call 607-746-3849 or email dcha@delhi.net.
Sidney Memorial Public Library Announces Schedule Beth Paine, director of the Sidney Memorial Public Library, 8 River Street, Sidney, has announced its schedule of events through May 16. Artwork by Bainbridge students will be exhibited in the Smart Community Room during May. Hours will vary each day according to the community room schedule. Check the library’s Facebook events page. Teen Night, Wednesday, May 1, from 6-7 p.m. Create Mother’s Day paper flower bouquets while using different techniques- for Mom or someone special. Remember, pizza is always served. Spring Birds: Our Feathered Friends Return. Dr. Charles Scheim, treasurer of Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society, will discuss some of the typical spring birds in our area Wednesday, May 1, from 7-8 p.m. The presentation will examine species that might be seen in our backyards, in fields and forest edges, and in deeper forest. Besides the visual descriptions of these birds, the presentation will include audio of their songs and calls, and videos illustrating some of their behaviors. Genealogy Hounds - Thursday, May 2, from 9:3011 a.m. New members are always welcome. Come spend time looking up family records using the library edition of Ancestry.com. Friends of the Libraries Books a la Carte; Thursday, May 2, 10 a.m. -12 p.m. A variety of book genres for sale at reasonable prices Stop in and browse. First Saturday Craft: Faux Stained Glass. Create a faux-stained glass picture by painting the glass of an 8x10 picture frame. Choose one of three pictures to paint. Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Stop down and sign up now, as space is limited. There is a $5 refundable deposit to secure your spot. Photography Basics with Rod Sutton. This workshop will help you with the basic photographic skills and techniques, including composition, lighting, lens selection, use of color, and basic digital imaging formats. This class is for those patrons who are already familiar with using their camera. This class is free but does require preregistration. Saturday, May 4 1-3:30 p.m. Delaware County Cornell Cooperative Extension: Spring into Health is designed for families to save money while creating delicious, healthy meals. Recipes and food demonstrations, food tastings, diet analysis, and weekly giveaways. Call 607-8656531 or email vsd22@cornell.edu to register for this
free event. One-On-One Tech Help: Get answers to your smartphone, tablet, or computer questions. Oneon-one help. You are also welcome to use the computers for internet practice or genealogy research. No registration is required. Monday, May 6, 4-6 p.m. Movie Night for Adults: Stan & Ollie. Join us for a special screening of Stan & Ollie starring Steve Coogan and John C. Reilly on the big screen in the Smart Community Room. Bring snacks; the movie is rated PG and runs 1 hour and 38 minutes. Wednesday, May 8, 6-8 p.m. Women’s Self-Defense Seminar - Learn and apply self-defense techniques that can be helpful in case of a sudden attack. Participants must be 13 years or older. Saturday, May 11 - 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Space is limited, sign up in the library and register ahead. This event is brought to you free of charge by Higher Ground Martial Arts. Friends Book Discussion Group: The Friends of the Libraries Book Group meets every second Tuesday of the month at 11:30 a.m. in the Smart Community Room. New members are always welcome. Tuesday, May 14 - 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. The book choice for May is Agatha Christie’s “And Then There Were None.” Books can be requested online, by calling the library, or at the circulation desk. Teen Night: Board Games - Wednesday, May 15, 6-7 p.m. – Come for a fun evening with board games. Bring a board game or play one of the many at the library. Play games like Fortnite, Monopoly, Connect Four, Yahtzee, and more. Remember, pizza is always served. The Magic of Monarchs: Tannar Cliffe will be present “Magic of Monarchs” at the library on Thursday, May 16t, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Cliffe will graduate from Bainbridge-Guilford Central School in June. He has had a lifelong interest in insects, which has broadened to include birds and other forms of wildlife. The interests have been enhanced by his photography abilities. He has been a member of the Bainbridge-Guilford Envirothon Team which has represented his region in the state competition for the past two years. For several years he has participated in the Monarch Watch Project by raising and tagging Monarch butterflies. He has presented to Audubon Groups, birds clubs and garden clubs; 607-563-1200; si.beth@4cls.org.
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MURAL, the Mount Utsayantha Regional Arts League, will host “May Madness,” a series of weekend workshops during May. Each art workshop will take place or begin at the MURAL on Main Gallery, 631 Main Street in Hobart. “May Madness” workshops include a collage workshop on May 4, a painting workshop on May 11, and a drawing workshop on May 19. Participation is open to everyone in the community, but some workshops require previous experience and materials. The first workshop in the series “Something Out of Nothing” with David Turan, is Saturday, May 4 from 12-3 p.m. Participants will use materials donated to MURAL by the family of Brenda Vincentz-Smith to explore creativity and create “something out of nothing.” David Turan, artist, educator, naturalist, and executive director of the Michael Kudish Natural History Preserve, will support participants in exploring materials and ways to use familiar materials. All necessary materials are included, but participants may bring additional materials. To register, contact Turan at info@mknhp.org or call 607-242-1260. The second workshop, “Plein Air Painting” with Robert Schneider is Saturday May 11, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Participants will learn to paint landscape in the plein air style. Renowned landscape painter and Stamford Village Mayor Robert Schneider will highlight massing, light and shadow, color, values, and capturing the illusion of depth in your paintings. This workshop is appropriate for all levels, from beginner to accomplished artists. Workshop participants will
meet at MURAL on Main but will be outside most of the day. A rain date is set for Saturday, May 18. To register, contact Schneider by email at rjschneider3@gmail. com or call 607-547-1884. A materials list will be provided upon registration. The final workshop in the series, “Advanced Drawing” with Rhonda Harrow-Engel, is scheduled for Sunday, May 19, from 12-4 p.m. Participants will learn advanced drawing techniques. Artist and SUNY Delhi Professor Rhonda Harrow-Engel will help participants further develop their basic drawing skills. This workshop is appropriate for advanced level students, with some experience in drawing and design. To register, contact Rhonda by email at rhondaharrowengel@gmail. com or call 607-746-2722. For registration and additional information about the “May Madness” workshops at MURAL, or other events and exhibitions at the MURAL on Main Gallery, go to www.muralartgallery.org, email muralonmain@gmail. com, call the gallery at 607-5383002, or like the Facebook page: @MURALonMainGallery.
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Students Take A Turn In The Gallery
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The Roxbury Arts Group will exhibit the inspirational works of some of our community’s youngest artists – the students of Margaretville and Roxbury Central School District, in emergingARTIST, an exhibit that opens with a family-friendly reception on Saturday, May 4 at 4 p.m. in the Walt Meade Gallery located at the Roxbury Arts Center, 5025 Vega Mountain Road. This event is free and open to the public. The exhibit will remain in view through Saturday, May 25. For more information, visit roxburyartsgroup.org or call 607-326-7908. Curated by local Arts Educators Katy DiBenedetto, Michelle Dietz and Amy Royal, emergingARTIST highlights the unbridled creativity of youth. With works from students in elementary and secondary grades, pieces in this exhibition include sculpture, prints, papier-mâché, collage, and storytelling.
Delhi Historical Society Kicks Off 2019 Programs The Delhi Historical Society (DHS) will kick off its 2019 season with an architectural walking tour on Saturday, May 4. The tour, led by SUNY Delhi Professor Lisa Tessier and her History of Architecture class, will leave the Cannon House, 47 Main Street, at 11 a.m. The students have chosen several homes and structures in the village to research and will point out architectural highlights and general information about
Blake Fleming At B Side Blake Fleming, formerly of DeLancey, will launch his new book “The Book of Rhythm” at the B Side Ballroom and Supper Club, 1 Clinton Plaza Drive, Oneonta, from 7-10 p.m. Wednesday, May 1. The book is a collection of 5,096 rhythms for all instruments. The evening will also include music by The Blake Fleming Trio.
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them. Three days later on Tuesday, May 7, at 6:30 p.m. at the Cannon Free Library, 40 Elm Street, DHS will hold its annual meeting of the organization. Following the election of new officers to the board of trustees, Chuck D’Imperio will discuss his recent book, “Upstate Uncovered.” The book details 100 unique, unusual and overlooked destinations in upstate New York. Find future programs and exhibits on the DHS website, www. delhinyhistory.org, and see what else is in store for 2019. Donations or loans of Delaware Academy memorabilia are sought for a display to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the sign-
ing of the school’s charter. If you have something to lend or donate for the exhibit that will be open at the Cannon House on July 13, 27 and Aug. 10, contact Sue Pearson at 746-2898 by June. Those interested in joining DHS may send a check for $10 (made payable to DHS) to 5 Elm Street, Delhi, NY, 13753. Any donation is appreciated. Find DHS on Facebook at www.facebook. com/delhihistoricalsociety. The next program sponsored by DHS is John Bramley Collection Day Saturday, May 11, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Cannon House. John, a longtime Delhi resident. Call Sue Pearson at 607746-2898 for more information on any of these programs.
Andes Library To Host History Days Event, Fundraisers And More The Andes Public Library (APL), 242 Main Street in Andes, will host a Headwaters History Days event as part of the Andes Bicentennial Celebration Saturday, May 4 from 2–4 p.m. All are welcome to attend this free event featuring poems, stories, songs, musical interludes and light refreshments. John Jacobson will read from his memories of farming and a landscape changed by the Pepacton Reservoir. Buffy Calvert will read a short story called “Clash” about the AntiRent War. Writers in the Mountains: The Music is All Around Us - with Sharon Ruetenik. This workshop will be hosted at the library May 6 – June 16 (six Monday workshops, skipping Memorial Day) between 6 to 8 p.m. This class, suitable for beginners and experienced participants, will explore external sources of inspiration available to us as writers, poets and artists. This workshops will focuses on the task of the poet to notice everything and claim it for his/her own. Workshop registration is $85. To register call or email Jean Stone at 607-3264802, jtstone@catskill.net, or register online at WritersintheMountains.org. Andes bicentennial old fashioned barn dance at Andes Central School (ACS), Friday, May 17. All are invited to attend an Andes bicentennial old-fashioned dinner and barn dance at the ACS auditorium. The junior class will
provide a chili dinner, hot dogs, vegetarian options and refreshments priced a la carte, beginning at 5:30. Dinner proceeds will benefit the class of 2020. The homespun musical trio Peter, Paul, and George will play music starting at 6:30 and will teach the participants dances from around the world. The event, sponsored by the library, is made possible by a youth grant from the O’Connor Foundation. Admission is free, but donations made at the bake sale table will benefit the Andes Public Library Summer Reading and youth programs. The APL will host a free, opento-the-public naloxone (Narcan) training Thursday, May 30. Participants will learn to recognize, respond to and reverse a suspected opioid overdose using naloxone. Free rescue kits will be provided. The grant funded program is sponsored by Delaware County Public Health and FORDO (Friends of Recovery of Delaware and Otsego) in an effort to combat opioid related deaths. Friends and neighbors of the Andes Public Library are invited to attend the library’s annual community party Sunday, June 2 from 2 to 5 p.m. All are welcome for food, conversation and music. For more information on any of these events, call 845-676-3333 or email an.ill@4cls.org.
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Protecting Pets From Ticks And Lyme Disease By Rosie Cunningham
“I have seen an increase in Lyme disease in dogs as well as horses,” said Delhi Animal Hospital veterinarian Dr. Faith Burns. “Since January, I have seen a lot of cases. I would say two to three dogs out of every ten test positive - or, one to two dogs a day.” Burns said there are various reasons for the increase in Lyme detection in the area, which often has to due with the climate. “If the winter is mellow, there seems to be an increase in the amount of ticks we see in the spring,” she said. Lyme disease is an illness that affects both animals and humans – what is known as a zoonotic disease – and is the most commonly reported vector-borne illness in the United States, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Transmitted through bites from infected ticks, the disease can be difficult to detect and can cause serious and recurring health problems. Therefore, it is best to prevent infection by taking appropriate measures to prevent tick bites and, for dogs, possibly
vaccinating against the disease. The bacterium that causes Lyme disease – a worm-like, spiral-shaped parasite called Borrelia burgdorferi – is carried and transmitted primarily by the tiny black-legged tick known as the deer tick. Deer ticks are found in forests or grassy, wooded, marshy areas near rivers, lakes or oceans. People or animals may be bitten by deer ticks during outdoor activities such as hiking or camping, or even while spending time in their back yards. “Some of the common symptoms include lethargy, fever and painful joints,” said Dr. Burns. “In severe cases, Lyme can shutdown the pet’s kidneys or really impact the central nervous system.” Burns said that for the most part, cats are resistant to Lyme disease. The best way to protect pets from Lyme disease is to take preventive measures to reduce the chance of contracting the disease. Even during the last weeks of summer, it’s important to remember that pets and people are at greater risk of being infected with Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases such as anaplasmosis, ehrlichiosis, or Rocky
Mountain Spotted Fever. People with pets should use reliable tick-preventive products. Speak with your veterinarian about what tick preventive product is right for your pet. “Buy the tick medication from your veterinarian,” said Burns. “There are some over-the-counter products that are good but there are factors such as active ingredients and patents running out that the consumer will not particularly know about.” When possible, avoid areas where ticks might be found. These include tall grasses, marshes and wooded areas. Check for ticks on both yourself and your animals once indoors, clear shrubbery next to homes and keep lawns well maintained. Burns also said extracting a tick safely is key. “There are little devices called tick pullers,” she said. “They can be found at the vet’s office, in Tractor Supply or online. They help in using a gentle, twisting motion.” To be safe, once a tick is extracted, ticks can be sent away to be tested for Lyme disease by county health department (Delaware County Public Health).
Lyme Disease Awareness Month By Senator James L. Seward May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month and with the number of reported cases in New York rising each year, it is important to arm yourself and your family with the tools to avoid the disease when possible, and detect and treat when necessary. Lyme disease is an infection, caused by bacteria, that is spread by the bite of an infected blacklegged tick. Lyme disease can affect the skin, joints, nervous system and/or heart. When detected early, it usually can be treated with oral antibiotics. If left untreated, it often causes serious health problems. According to reports by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), New York state has the third highest number of confirmed cases of Lyme disease in the country trailing only our neighbors Pennsylvania and New Jersey. While this problem has historically been concentrated on Long Island and in the Hudson Valley, the New York State Department of Health reports that it is quickly migrating to other counties across New York. Not all ticks carry the bacteria that cause Lyme disease; they become infected after feeding on infected animals such as mice or other small mammals. Transmission times for Lyme and other tick-borne diseases vary, and the sooner a tick is removed, the lower the risk of infection. Always check for ticks after spending time outdoors. You cannot get Lyme disease from another person or an infected animal. Ticks can be active all months of the year when temperatures are above freezing. However, most tick encounters occur from April through November. Their preferred habitats are wooded areas and adjacent grasslands. Lawns and gardens at the edges of woods may also be home to blacklegged ticks. Ticks may feed on wild animals such as mice, deer, birds and raccoons, but domestic animals such as cats, dogs and horses can also carry the ticks closer to home. I have worked to enact several new laws in New York state to improve our response to Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. We have also taken steps
to upgrade education efforts and enhance efficiency when it comes to treatment and reporting measures. Last year several measures I co-sponsored were signed into law, including: Senate bill 7171, requiring the state to study the effect Lyme and tick-borne diseases (TBD) have on mental health; Senate bill 7170, establishing an expert-based Lyme and Tick-Borne Diseases Working Group to review current best practices for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of Lyme and TBDs; Senate bill 7242, requiring Lyme and TBD warning signs at all state-managed parks, including trail entryways and campgrounds. Another bill that I have co-sponsored would serve as a major step forward for treatment of Lyme. The legislation would create specific protocol to notify individuals of their diagnoses related to Lyme and other TBDs. The bill would require the commissioner of health to work with healthcare providers to develop a standard protocol and patient notification for the diagnosis and treatment of Lyme and TBDs. In discussing this issue with individuals who have contracted Lyme and doctors, it is clear that diagnosis and treatment plans vary greatly. We need to develop a uniform healthcare strategy that will increase positive outcomes so people aren’t left guessing if they are infected or if they will be left to struggle with a debilitating disease for the rest of their lives. I have also helped secure state funding to combat Lyme. Last year, a record $1 million was included in the state budget for research, education and prevention efforts. Unfortunately, the new senate majority failed to continue that commitment this year and the funding was not included in the new state budget – a major disappointment. More information - regarding Lyme disease prevention, how to remove a tick, and symptoms - is available through the New York State Department of Health website at www.health.ny.gov. By knowing the facts and taking precautions, you can enjoy the outdoors and avoid Lyme disease.
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Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies In the Town of Stamford By Rosie Cunningham
A raccoon in the town of Stamford is the first animal of 2019 to test positive for rabies in Delaware County, according to a press release dated April 24, from Delaware County Public Health. Three people and a dog were exposed to the rabies virus. All three people are being treated with rabies post exposure prophylaxis. The dog was current on its rabies vaccinations and has received a booster. An exposure to rabies can be fatal for a human or a pet. Vaccination of pets and other animals represents the best preventive measure available. Responsible per owners keep their pets vaccinations current. Once infected, rabies is a virus that has a 100 percent fatality rate for mammals, including humans, when left untreated. Public Health Programs Manager Heather Warner of the Delaware County Department of Health, suggests individuals who suspect an animal is rabid or if they or a domestic animal has come into contact with an animal that they suspect, call Delaware County Public Health Services. “New York State law requires that all dogs, cats and ferrets be vaccinated against rabies by four months of age,” she said. “Vaccinating your domestic animal not only provides protection for the animal, but vaccinated pets act as a barrier to keep the rabies virus from spreading between wild animals and people.” “Rabies is endemic in the area,” said Delhi Animal Hospital Veterinarian Dr. Faith Burns. “It is not curable and is deadly. If you only do one thing for your animal, get them vaccinated from rabies.” Masonville-July 18, 5-7 Area rabies clinics in the area are, as follows: p.m., Masonville Fire Hall, Arkville-May 3, 4-6 p.m., 15488 NY-8, Masonville; Brookside Veterinary HospiWalton-Aug. 6, 6–8 p.m., tal, 42981 State Highway 28, Walton Highway Garage, Arkville; 25091 NY-10, Walton; Deposit-May 7, 6-8 p.m., Roxbury-Aug. 22, 6–8 p.m. Deposit Town Clerk Building, Roxbury Town Garage, 52508 3 Elm Street, Deposit; NY-30, Roxbury; Sidney-May 16, 5-7 p.m., East Branch-Sept. 10, 7-8:30 Sidney Fire Station, 74 River p.m., East Branch Fire Hall, 29 Street, Sidney; Bridge Street, East Branch; Delhi- date to be deterTompkins-Sept. 4, 6–8 p.m., mined - Delhi Fire Hall, 140 Highway Garage, 8586 state Delview Terrace Extension, Route 206, Trout Creek; Delhi; Delhi- date to be deterPindars Corners-June 6, 5-7 p.m., Pindars Corners Fire mined, Delhi Fire Hall, 140 Department, 8898 State High- Delview Terrace Extension, Delhi. way 23, Oneonta; To report a suspected rabid Colchester-June 19, 5-6:30 p.m. , Colchester Highway animal call Delaware County Garage, 6292 River Road, Public Health Services at 607832-5200. For more informaDownsville; Franklin-July 7, 5-7 p.m., tion call 607-832-5200 or visit Franklin Fire Hall, 351 Main at www.delawarecountypubStreet, Franklin; lichealth.com.
Eastertide By Rev. Wm. Wright The season of Easter has come upon us. We had plenty of Easter dinners, Easter egg hunts, Easter bunnies. Family gatherings, and many of us went to church. What a joyous occasion that it was. Everyone loves to dress up and go to Church on Easter Sunday. Many buy special clothes for this event. With the exception of Christmas it is the most attended service of the year. Did you know that the next Sunday after Easter is called Low Sunday? It is called Low Sunday because typically it is the most unattended Sunday of the year. Usually in most Christian churches they have the lowest number people in church of the whole year. I find that amazing, especially after we hear the wonderful story of Hope on Easter Sunday. We are uplifted with story of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. The whole week of Easter is filled with the story of the rescue of mankind. We are told the story of Jesus Christ and why he came to Earth. God sent his son to save us all. We were doomed to eternal death but Christ paid the price for us on Calvary. Only a perfect sacrifice would do and Christ was that perfect sacrifice for our sins. Christ promises us eternal life if we but follow him. He has laid out the plan of our Salvation. He will turn no one away so he has made the way clear for us. Then on Easter Sunday he validates himself and all of us as He is
raised from the dead. Our Hope becomes and still rests with him. If he is raised then so will we be someday. What a story of Hope Easter is. It is displayed before us on Easter morning. The story is lifted up in every Christian Church. It was magnificently displayed at many Easter Sunrise Services. So much music was happily sung as the resurrection is proudly displayed. Easter Sunday service is always done so well and the most important Holiday of the Christian faith is well told to the congregation. This story of Jesus is so important to our faith. This story of redemption is so important. As Christians we all love Jesus and we know that he is the way to Heaven. Jesus said “I am the Way, the truth and the life, and no one comes to the Father except through me. He is the door to God’s most wonderful Kingdom.” The shame is that so many of us hear and don’t act upon it. We say we believe but we don’t apply it to our lives. Thus the low attendance rates on the following Sunday. There are millions of us who carry His Name (Christ-ians), but not very many who show up to carry His cross. But His call has not changed, “If anyone would come after Me, he must deny himself and take up His cross daily and follow Me.” (Luke 9:23). May God bless you and may you have a Blessed Eastertide. Rev. Wm. Wright is pastor at Christ Church, Walton.
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Tom Maguire, Nolan Church and Brett Charles are recognized during Walton’s Senior Night.
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Ram pitcher Patrick Dengler has remained perfect from the mound this season. By Rosie Cunningham DELAWARE LEAGUE - After falling to Jefferson 6-4 last Tuesday, the Rams picked up a pair of wins. On Monday, South Kortright defeated Worcester 12-2. SK junior Austin Lamport went 4-for-4 and had four RBIs, scored three runs and took home the win from the mound. Fellow junior Logan Kaufman relieved Lamport in the sixth inning to close the game. Lamport struck out 10 batters and allowed one earned run in five innings. Teammates Brandon Grommeck, Tyler Hall and
Kaufman, each contributed two hits. “Austin had a big day,” said SK Coach Bob VanValkenburgh. “The team finally hit the ball hard all day with 13 hits - it was a solid team effort.” SK defeated Charlotte Valley/ Stamford in a close 5-4 contest Thursday. SK’s Chris Champlin had a tworun RBI single and a double in the win and Ram hurler Patrick Dengler stayed unbeaten on the hill. CV/S’s Jordan Wamsley tallied a pair of hits which included a double in the loss. The Worcester girls softball team defeated SK 18-10.
Walton Baseball Defeats BainbridgeGuilford on Senior Night By Anthony Morgano WALTON - After the Walton seniors were recognized, they went to work against BainbridgeGuilford (BG) on Monday night. Nolan Church, one of the seniors recognized, got the start on the mound for Walton, striking out eight batters over six innings and only allowing one run. The Wal-
ton offense erupted early, as four Warriors scored in the first frame on their way to a 13-2 victory. The Warriors offense struck in chunks, starting with a four-run first inning, a three-run third and a six-run fourth to give them the insurance they needed to win. The runs were spread out across seven different players, though many of Walton’s runs were unearned.
“It was nice to go out there and pitch the way I did,” Church said after the game. “Hopefully we can keep getting better because we have a really good team.” “When we put the ball in play we’re a tough team to beat,” Coach Art Loomis said after the win. “We have a strong core group of juniors that have learned from the seniors, and our guys put us in a position to win.”
Bainbridge-Guilford Softball Defeats Warriors Walton Softball Recognizes Class of 2019
By Anthony Morgano WALTON - The Walton Warriors hosted Bainbridge-Guilford (BG) on Monday night for a league game. Prior to the first pitch, the eight seniors on the softball team were recognized for their enthusiasm, and effort they
put into the game. However, after being thrown out of their usual pre-game routine, the Warriors struggled early, allowing 10 runs in the first inning. Walton’s offense tried to settle in and come back, but ultimately the Warriors lost 21-3. “It feels really good to get a solid offensive win,” Said (BG)
coach Randy Palmatier. “We wanted to play well and carry the momentum into our next game.” “It was a tough night emotionally with so many seniors,” Walton coach Tera Talbot said. “It’s fun to see their growth and support over the years. Nothing was routine tonight, but the girls always bounce back.”
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Charlotte Valley/Stamford pitcher Dylan Waid prepares to throw the ball in a loss to SK.
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South Kortright’s Chris Champlin takes the swing in a win against Charlotte Valley/Stamford Thursday.
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The Walton Softball seniors: Alyssa McNeil, Riley McAdams, Samantha Taddeo, Samantha Layton, Kylee Wiggans, Camberly VanValkenburg, Jordynn Palmatier and Carissa Crandall are all finishing their final high school season together.
DA Girls and Unatego Boys Dominate In Track & Field Meet By Rosie Cunningham UNATEGO - The Delaware Academy girls won 11 of 18 events at a track & field meet in Unatego Wednesday, according to results submitted by Mike Hamilton, Unatego Track and Field coach. The Spartans clinched the victory on the boys side with a 74 for
the Midstate Athletic Conference track meets as well. Unatego’s Jacob Haqq had four individual wins for the home team. He took first in the 100 (11.9) and 200-meter races (11.9), as well as the long jump (20-10.25) and triple jump (39-4). Walton’s Morgan Condon took first in the 110 hurdles (17.5) and the 400 hurdles (1:01.8).
Unatego’s Aidan Cutting took first place in the 1,600 (4:45.2) and the 3,200 (10:48.5). Afton/Harpursville’s Luke Merrill took first in the 400 with a 54.3 and teammate Hunter Sakowsky took first in the shot put with a throw of 36-7. Afton’s Hunter Sakowsky took first in the shot put with a throw of 36-7.
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Unatego’s Aidan Cutting out-kicks Delaware Academy’s Jonathon Hadley, right, and Ty Saleman, center, during the boys 1,600 meter run on Wednesday in Unatego.
DA had a team score of 66 and Jonathon Hadley took first place in the 800 with a time of 2:09.8. Olen Knapp won the discus (8711), David Sarkovsky took first in the high jump, (5-6) and Vincent VanMaaren clinched first in the
pole vault (10-0). Harpursville/Afton finished in third place with a team score of 56 and Walton came in fifth with a score of 53. See Track & Field page 16
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Walton’s Morgan Condon on his way to winning the 400 meter hurdles at Unatego on Wednesday.
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Athlete of the Week Lindsey Wright
Delaware Academy sophomore Lindsey Wright is making a name for herself locally for track & field and prior to each meet, she sets personal goals for herself to conquer. At a track meet in Unatego last Wednesday, the DA girls took home the win and Wright won the shot put (325.5) and discus (99-5). On Saturday at the Gerry O’Donnell Invitational in Sidney, Wright placed first in the discus with a throw of 96-8. On March 2, Wright traveled to Staten Island to take part in the weighted throw - she qualified during indoor track season this past fall. She finished 20th, which was in the middle of the pack. She discussed what she loves about track & field. “It’s just you and the tape measurer,” she said. “Beating your own personal record each time and setting goals - it makes it a challenge.” To date, Wright’s personal best for the discus is 99.7 and for the shot put - 33-1. “We have a meet today,” said Wright on Tuesday of the Sidney MAC Relay. “I am hoping to get 100 feet in the discus throw.”
Track & Field... continued from page 15 The Lady Bulldogs won 11 of 18 events. For Delaware Academy, Lindsey Wright won the shot put (325.5) and discus (99-5). Teammate Aolani McCarthy won the pole vault (8-6), and Caroline Grace took first in the high jump (42). Lauren Packard won the 100 hurdles (18.7) and Sophia Wakin won the 400 hurdles (78.7). Jill Lees won the 800 (2:38.1). Cella Schnabel won the 1,500 (5:45.0) and the 3,000 (11:56.8). DA also won the 1,600 relay: 4:59.6 and the 3,200 relay: (Schnabel, Dorr, Dorr, Tessier) - 11:18.6. Harpursville’s Aubrey Cluck won the 400 with a time of 1:05.9. Unatego’s Jade Foster won two events, the 100 (12.7) and the 200 (26.9). Teammate Madison Rivera took first in the triple jump (29-6) and Morgan Flemming of Afton/Harpursville took first in the long jump with 13-6.25. Unatego won the 400 relay:(Foster, Stepp, Newman, Codington) - 53.7. Final results for the girls: DA finished with a score of 131, Afton/Harpursville - 49, Unatego 41, Walton - 19.
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Delaware Academy’s Vincent VanMaaren vaults during his pole vault win on Wednesday in Unatego.
Franklin Baseball Defeats Laurens In Five Innings Of Play By Rosie Cunningham Franklin baseball defeated Laurens 10-0 in five innings on Monday. Purple Devil Brandon Gregory threw a one hitter and only tossed 54 pitches from the mound. According to Franklin Coach
Darryl Beers, Gregory, who is a freshman, had five strikeouts and only pitched five innings due to the mercy rule. “He was helped by us turning two double plays,” he said. Beers added that Matt Serrao had two hits and an RBI in the win and teammate Bryce Davis also had two hits and two RBIs.
City League
Results for April 9 & 16 East Main Lanes, Sidney April 9 results: 1. East Main Lanes 80-32 2. Ermetis 70-42 3. J & M Trophies 70-42 4. Al & The Boys 64-48 5. The Miss Fits 62-50 6. Universal Forest Products 46-66 7. Jess F. Howes 40-72 8. Orangemen 16-96 High Series – B. Fisher 726, B. Green 714, M. Mazzarella 673, B. Shelton 673. High Single – B. Green 299, S. Lambrecht 276, M. Mazzarella 259. There were 8 clean games.
There were 11 splits made. April 16 results: 1. East Main Lanes 88-32 2. J & M Trophies 74-46 3. The Miss Fits 70-50 4. Ermetis 70-50 5. Al & the Boys 68-52 6. Jess F. Howes 48-72 7. Universal Forest Products 46-74 8. Orangemen 16-104 High Series – B. Shelton 674, R. Cutting 671, L. Stage 646. High Single – K. Macumber 255, R. Cutting 249, L. Stage 245. There were 8 clean games. There were 7 splits made.
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Baseball
Wednesday: Deposit/Hancock at Sidney, Bainbridge Guilford at Oxford, Unatego at Greene, Downsville/Roscoe/ Livingston Manor at South Kortright, Franklin vs. Schenevus, Roxbury vs. GilboaConesville. Thursday: Charlotte Valley/ Stamford at Morris, BG at Afton, Sidney at Unatego, Margaretville vs. Hunter-Tannersville, Afton vs. Walton, D/R/ LM vs. Fallsburg at Livingston Manor. Friday: D’ville at CV/S, Franklin vs. Cherry ValleySpringfield, Roxbury at Jefferson, SK at H-T, M’ville vs. Windham-Ashland-Jewett. Saturday: Doug Calhoun Tournament at Charlotte Valley featuring CV/S, Schenevus, Walton and Worcester; Sidney vs. Harpursville. Monday: CV/S at HunterTannersville, BG vs. Harpursville, D’ville vs. Gilboa-Conesville, Roxbury vs. W-A-J, M’ville at SK. Tuesday: Delaware Academy vs. Walton, BG vs. Greene. Next Wednesday: M’ville vs. Gilboa-Conesville in Cooperstown.
Softball
Wednesday: DA at Hancock, Deposit at Sidney, BG at Oxford, Unatego at Greene, D’ville at SK. Thursday: CV/S at Morris, Sidney at Unatego, M’ville at H-T.
Friday: CV/S vs. Downsville, DA vs. Walton, Deposit vs. Hancock, Roxbury vs. Jefferson, SK vs. H-T, M’ville at W-A-J. Saturday: Doug Calhoun Tournament at Charlotte Valley featuring CV/S, Schenevus, Worcester and Walton; Deposit vs. Putnam Valley in the Mudville Tournament. Sunday: Deposit in the Mudville Tournament. Monday: CV/S vs. H-T, BG vs. Harpursville, Sidney at Oneonta, D’ville at G-C, Roxbury at W-A-J, SK at M’ville, Unatego vs. Walton. Tuesday: BG vs. Norwich, Walton at Hancock. Next Wednesday: Tri Valley Mini Tournament.
Tennis
Wednesday: CV/S at M’ville, DA vs. Greene, D/H at Oxford, BG vs. Sidney. Friday: DA at Oxford, D/H at Sidney, BG vs. Greene. Monday: Delaware League Championships in Saugerties. Saturday: DA vs. Cooperstown.
Track & Field
Wednesday: Tri Valley Relays at CV-S. Friday: Sidney at Norwich, D/H, Walton at Vestal Golden Bear Invitational. Saturday: Cooperstown Invitational featuring Franklin and South Kortright/Andes/ Charlotte Valley. Next Wednesday: Harbaugh Invitational at DA.
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Unatego’s Jacob Haqq raises a finger as he crosses the finish line in the 100 meter dash winning the event at Unatego on Wednesday.
Delhi Dance Studio Students Selected To Attend Summer Dance Intensive By Rosie Cunningham ANDES - Delhi Dance Studio students will have the opportunity to study under some of the best teachers in the industry this summer. Studio owner and dance director Raegan Reed said nine dancers ranging from age 9 to age 15, have been selected for the opportunity to attend the first summer dance intensive which will take place at Streamside Yoga Studio in Andes this summer. “Soul Arts Academy from NYC is coming to Andes and has invited us to attend,” she said. “More than 10 dance students are coming from the NYC area to stay locally for two weeks.” The schedule will include, but is not be limited to Ballet, Modern, Hip Hop, Jazz, Spoken Word, Yoga, outdoor recreational activities and even farm to table food for the two weeks - classes will go from morning to night. “The Delhi dancers are motivated, hard-working, respectful, athletic, talented human beings,” said Reed, who has been teaching dance in Delhi on and off for almost 20 years. “They are trying to raise their own tuition to go. These dancers go to school all day, play sports, come to dance classes (some dancers dance every night of the week) and still maintain a high GPA and other accolades. They are the most beautiful human beings and I am so pleased that they are being allowed this amazing opportunity - they earned it.” The dancers are asking for monetary donations through a Go Fund Me on social media, as
Young dancers at work at the Delhi Dance Studio. well as in-kind donations for a basket raffle that they will hold on May 19 at Delhi’s American Legion from 1-3 p.m. at a Dance-a-thon fundraiser. The Dance-a-thon will include dance instructors, Zumba instructors, Belly Dance and even a few young dancers will offer a couple of routines. “The dance classes are by donation,” said Reed. “In conjunction with the Dance-a-thon fundraiser, we will have a basket raffle with a ton of amazing prizes and a bake sale too.” Other fundraisers include a car wash on June 1 at the Tractor Supply in Delhi. There are also donation buckets and around town, and the club is selling dance calendars that have photos of the local dancers. “We are also selling t-shirts that say ‘Do what you love’ and have a personalized saying on the front,” said Reed. “We are selling raffle
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tickets for a beautiful quilt that was created by Polly Dellacrosse, of Delhi and we plan to fundraise at the Fair on the Square this July in Delhi too. All donations, big or small, are appreciated and monetary donations can be made payable to The Cardio Club and Delhi Dance Studio, with Dance Scholarships in the memo.” Reed added that 100 percent of the proceeds go to the dancers scholarships. “This is an amazing opportunity for our local dancers,” she said. “Much like parenting, as a dance teacher, we teach our kids the best that we know how, but it takes a community to raise a child - just as it takes a community to raise an amazing dancer. It is a great experience for the dancers to study with the other dance instructors to learn new techniques and improve on what they already know too. It is good to become a well-rounded artist.”
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Serving Up Vintage Spring Ball
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This week in sports there have been a few upsets on the diamond. Jefferson baseball pulled out a 6-4 win over South Kortright when it seemed like the boys in blue had the ball game last week. However, J-Hawk Dakota Shafer had a clutch seventh inning double and Jefferson pulled out the win. SK went on to beat Charlotte Valley/ Stamford (CV/S) later in the week and the Wildcats turned around to defeat Jefferson 1710 in the Delaware League - it goes to show baseball can be anyone’s ball game. The Sidney boys topped Delaware Academy on Monday evening - both teams are talented and one of the best match-ups in the Mid-state Athletic Conference. The Downsville girls softball team is plugging along and getting better and better. Coach Anne Miceli said the team has about five more games and I believe the best girls match-up of the week will be between the Eagles and Charlotte Valley/
Stamford girls on Friday. Don’t be surprised to find the two teams competing against each other in the crossover game.
For baseball, the Doug Calhoun Tournament at Charlotte Valley featuring CV/S, Schenevus, Walton and Worcester; Sidney vs. Harpursville will take place Saturday as will the Doug Calhoun
Softball Tournament at Charlotte Valley which will feature CV/S, Schenevus, Worcester and Walton (times TBD). The Unatego boys and the Delaware Academy girls were standouts on the track this week and I am looking forward to the Harbaugh Invitational which will be played on Wednesday, May 8 at Delaware Academy. I would appreciate it if baseball and softball coaches, track & field and tennis coaches would send their information to me at r.cunningham@ the-reporter.net and I’d like to thank those who have been doing so already. Again, turkey hunting photos and catches from local anglers are welcome as well.
Hunter Topples Windham On Baseball Diamond By Rosie Cunningham Hunter-Tannersville cruised to a 10-2 Delaware League win against Windham Monday. According to Windham Coach Jim Adair, H-T’s Cole Matthews took home the win from the mound with 12 strikeouts and three walks. He allowed three hits and two runs in the win. Windham’s Brian Van Valin took the loss for the Warriors. He executed eight strikeouts and had three walks in the loss. He was relieved by teammate Kyle Creech who had five strikeouts and allowed one walk and Trent Post
had one strikeout and four walks in the loss. On the field, Windham’s Brent Emerton had 14 putouts and 1 assist. At the plate, Matthews went 2-for-4, scoring two runs and driving in three teammates. Wildcat Dennis Houlihan and Kaeden Leach went 1-for-3. Zach Lane, Sebastian Cruz, and Rory Goss all scored two runs for the Wildcats. For Windham, Chris Ohl went 1-for-4, scoring one run and Kyle Creech and Brian Van Valin each went 1-for-2. The Warriors (0-3, 0-7) host Jefferson on Thursday at 4:15 p.m.
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Matt Wickham of Fleischmanns takes a cut during an 1864 rules match at the Atlantic Base Ball Festival held over the weekend in Smithtown. The Mountain Athletic Club opens at home at the Fleischmanns Park on Saturday, May 25.
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Archie Biruk of Halcottsville tosses up a pitch during an 1864 rules base ball match in Smithtown. The Mountain Athletic Club opens at home at Fleischmanns Park on Saturday, May 25.
Sidney Softball Cruises To A Hefty Win Over Bulldogs By Rosie Cunningham DELHI - Sidney softball cruised to a 21-2 win in the MidState Athletic Conference Monday on the road. According to Sidney Coach
Mike Brazee, the Warriors tallied 17 total hits in the win. Sidney’s Kayla McEwan had four hits which included three doubles and five RBIs for SCS. Christina Worden went 2-for-3 with a double and three runs and Meghan
Worden 2-for-3 with a triple and three runs. Hannah Gray went 3-for-4 which included three RBIs. For DA, Riley Davis went 3-for3 in the loss.
Maddie White took the loss for DA. “Amber Rogers pitched five strong innings allowing four hits, striking out seven and no walks for the pitching win,” said coach
Brazee. “Overall, we played solid on defense and banged out 17 hits on offense, scoring at least one run in every inning, including nine in the break out third inning.”
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Delaware Academy’s Adriana Merino looks to make the tag at third base.
Sidney’s Hannah Gray rips the ball down the third base line on Monday.
HENNIKER, N.H. – A historic first NCAA season for the SUNY Delhi men’s lacrosse team met its conclusion on Saturday in the form of a postseason defeat. The Broncos met New England College in the NAC/NECC Tournament Semifinals, where the host Pilgrims posted a 12-3 victory. Head coach Sam Miller’s team, who finished the season with an 11-6 overall record, entered the tournament as the NAC’s number-two seed following a 5-1 record in conference competition. New England, now 8-8, received the top seed from the NECC after going 3-0 in league play. The Pilgrims advance to the crossover conference championship next Saturday, May 4, traveling to face the NAC’s top seed in SUNY Canton, who beat NECC two seed Dean, 15-11, in its Saturday semifinals matchup. Despite the Broncos holding a 16-14 first-half lead in shots, including firing 11 shots on goal,
to close things out, starting with Rohan earning his NAC-leading 54th goal of the year with 5:39 to play, followed by Travis Biggs getting on the board with 1:06 remaining. New England finished with a 38-34 lead in shots, though midfielder Nick Dower winning 13-of-18 faceoffs. Anderson recorded nine total saves, while the defense forced the Pilgrims into 21 turnovers, cleared 23-of-26 attempts, and held NEC scoreless on five extra-man opportunities. Rohan ended his extraordinary 2019 campaign leading the NAC with 71 points on 54 goals and 17 assists, giving him 93 career points on 69 goals and 24 assists in a two-year period at Delhi. Senior midfielder Malik Talbert completed an exemplary three-year career at SUNY Delhi, tallying 143 career points on 104 goals and 39 assists. The Valley Stream, NY native finished second this season in the NAC with
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Bronco’s Lacrosse Season Ends with Playoff Semifinals Defeat at New England College Pilgrims goalie William Platt kept Delhi off the board entering halftime. New England scored three in the first period and two more in the second for a 5-0 advantage at intermission. Beyond Platt recording eight saves, the Broncos were also bitten by the bars, with two shots hitting off the crossbar and another connecting with the post. Goalie Travis Anderson and the Broncos defense looked to keep NEC at bay, forcing the hosts into 12 turnovers and going a perfect 11-for-11 on clears. Delhi finally broke through in the third quarter when Brandon McGrath connected for a score from John Rohan with 7:29 to play in the period. It only cut the Pilgrims’ lead to 8-1, however, as NEC put up five goals in the third quarter to lead, 10-1, entering the fourth. New England carried on with two goals to begin the final period for its largest lead at 12-1 with 10:22 to go. The Broncos replied with two unanswered
50 goals and third with 68 points, while earning both his 100th career point and 100th career goal in 2019. Anderson wrapped up his rookie season leading all NAC goalies with an 8.29 goals against average and 169 total saves. He ranked second with a 54.5 save percentage. McGrath also capped his first year leading the league with 31 assists and ninth with 45 points. Fellow freshman Dower topped the NAC winning 235 faceoffs on 371 attempts, as well as scooping up a league-high 162 total ground balls. Biggs ended his inaugural campaign ranked 12th in the NAC with 41 points and 14th with 25 goals. The 2019 edition of the Broncos posted their best season under third-year head coach Sam Miller, earning the coach’s first double-digit-win campaign, while quickly welcoming themselves as a formidable presence in their first year in the North Atlantic
Conference (NAC) and NCAA Division III. Despite being ranked sixth out of seven teams in the conference’s preseason poll, the Broncos cruised to dominating wins in their first five NAC games – 12-5 vs. Maine Maritime on Mar. 16, 12-5 at Husson on Mar. 23, 23-0 vs. Thomas on Mar. 30, 22-3 at NVU Johnson on April 6, and 14-7 at NVU Lyndon on April 13. Delhi also overcame an 0-2 start to the year after defeats down in Virginia to Randolph and Bridgewater, starting with winning its next six games for its highest win streak of the season. SUNY Delhi clinched a tournament spot with its NAC victory over NVU Lyndon. The Broncos wrapped up their NAC regular season on Saturday, April 20 against SUNY Canton in a battle for first place in the NAC and tournament home field advantage rights. In a hotly-contested game that lived up to its billing, the Roos edged out a 10-9 win.
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Wamsley Leads Wildcats To DL Win Over Rockets By Rosie Cunningham SOUTH KORTRIGHT - Charlotte Valley/Stamford nipped Roxbury in the Delaware League Monday. Charlotte Valley’s Jordan Wamsley executed 10 strikeouts, walked one and allowed six hits in the win.
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Five athletes kick off the night’s competition with Larisa Waghorn (left) keeping score and Marlene Brooks (center) acting as puller.
This is the fifth win out of six for the Wildcats. Wamsley was hot at the plate as well and went 3-for-3, which included a double and a triple. Teammate Nathan Amadon went 3-for-3 with two runs. For the Rockets, Isaac Walker had a pair of hits which included a double.
More Than 125 Cyclists Participate In CRC’s Cross Mountain Crusher Gravel Grinder
Safety, Fun And Marksmanship Take Off With The Clay At GMU By Erik Berggren BUTTERNUTS - The Gilbertsville-Mt. Upton Clay Target Club, a new member of the New York State High School Clay Target League, participated in its first week of competition in the 2019 spring trap league last Wednesday, April 24 at the Gilbertsville Rod and Gun Club. For the club’s inaugural season, the Clay Raiders are competing in conference 3, alongside Paul V. Moore High School, Corning-Painted Post High School, Liverpool High School, Waterloo High School and Indian River High School. Tenth-grader Shayne Christian led the team in both rounds of 25 targets, with 18 hits in the first and 20 in the second - an average of 19 out of 25. Lauren Radwan and Daniel Tompkins each had an average of 16.5, Eron Button and Kaylie Dunham each had an average of 14.5, Lane Dibble
14, Dalton Proskine 13.5, Owen Mangiamele 13, Airyana Wright 11.5, Payton Talbot 11, and James Raymond 7.5. Tompkins, Dunham and Proskine each had an impressive streak of nine hits in a row. The individual athlete scores from each team are submitted to the league and points are awarded to each athlete based on where they stack up with the other athletes in the conference. Individual points are then added together to determine the team standings. Despite the best efforts of the Clay Raiders, they currently sit at the bottom of the table in their conference with 99.5 points. Head coach Jim Butler is not concerned about the points and standings, because at the end of the day he and the league prioritize safety and fun over marksmanship. “If they hit two this week, next week I just want them to try and hit three,” Butler said.
Otsego County Environmental Conservation Officer (ECO) Tim Card and Delaware County ECO Dustin Osborne joined the club for their first meet. Both officers expressed how happy they were to see the students learn firearm safety while having fun and improving their marksmanship. They’re excited to see if more schools in the area would join the league in future seasons. The club plans to have other special guests join in the weeks to come, including Assemblyman Clifford Crouch and radio personality Nate Lull. They are in the process of getting Senator James Seward and other guests as well. Anyone who wants to spectate and support the club may do so every Wednesday night now through May 22 at the Gilberstville Rod and Gun Club, Gun Club Road, South New Berlin. They begin at 5:30 p.m. each week with a meal available for purchase from the gun club.
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ECO Dustin Osborne (far left) and ECO Tim Card (far right) pose with the GMU Clay Raiders.
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More than 125 cyclists braved the poor weather conditions Saturday for the Fourth Annual Cross Mountain Crusher. During the Catskill Recreation Center’s (CRC) Fourth Annual Cross Mountain Crusher on Saturday, April 27, 127 cyclists braved the elements. This rugged adventure traverses some of the Catskills most scenic roads and mountain passes. Known as a gravel grinder in the cycling community, this 55-mile noncompetitive ride featured more than 5000’ in elevation gain and several miles of unpaved surfaces. Participants remarked on the beauty of the route, the low amount of traffic, the contributions of volunteers, and the quality of the technical support and vendors. Though the weather was cold and snowy and the seasonal roads were rougher than usual due to constant rain, the riders came back with grins on their faces. One rider rolled up after about five hours of riding and the first words stated were, “That was perfect!” Part of a larger collaborative effort between CRC and Overlook Bicycles (OB) is to increase awareness of the Catskill Region as a cycling destination, the Crusher supports CRC’s programming. The money raised will help offset the costs to members and allow for more affordable programming for people of all ages. CRC and OB thank all of its sponsors and volunteers who helped make the event a great success. Sponsors include Wadler Bros. Inc., Energy Alternatives, Tanglewood Doors,
Catskill Brewery, Zephyr Restaurant, Vly Mountain Spring Water, Brew and Bike Co., Hubbell Family Farms, Ulster Savings, Woodstock Brewing, Barry Price Architecture, The Ridge, Beaverdam Builders, Teravail, Issi, Ruth Gale Realty, Orange Seal, West Hurley Service Center, Peekamoose Restaurant & Tap Room, Coldwell Banker Timberland Properties, Cole & Griffin Construction, Reliable Tent Rentals, Ericson’s Automotive, Inc., Margaretville Telephone Co., Pakatakan Motel, and Titan Drilling. Volunteers include the Arkville, Margaretville, Arena, and Andes fire departments, the New York State Police, Delaware County Sheriff’s Department, Margaretville Memorial Hospital Emergency Services, the lead motorcycle men, Pat Gonzalez, Marge Miller, Betty Kramer, Justin Kolb, Fred Waller, Peter Geoghan, Lou Capello, Lenny Millen, Glen, Mike Zorinsky, Kam Storey, Ron Dyszler, Scott Gould; Phil Darmstadt, Tom Skeados, Doris Annabel, Sonam Gould, The Hegeman family, David Pollock, Cindy Taylor, Tim Quilty, Melissa Gould, Christine Chu and the Staff from CRC and OMB were also indispensable to the day’s success. While this difficult ride is geared toward expert cyclists, CRC and OB also host the Catskill Mountain Cycling Challenge, which offers a range of scenic routes for cyclists of all levels. This year’s cycling challenge will be held Sunday, Sept. 1.
Delhi Sporterifles Attend Shoot Off, Receive Awards In March, members of the Delhi Sporterifle team traveled to the Nassau Sportsman’s Club to participate in the End of Season Shootoff. Kevin Gutliph shot a 286 to the Top Expert Position, Mabel Gutliph shot a 285 to the Second Expert Position, and was the top female shooter. Bryan Fitch Jr. shot a 275 to the Second Sharpshooter Position. Garret Fitch was the Top Male Junior shooter with a 268. Mabel Gutliph also participated in the Iron Sights Shootoff and led the match with a 288, naming her the match winner, the top expert and the top female shooter in the Iron Sights competition.
For the end of season awards for the Mohawk League, Seth LaPierre was named the Top Sub-Rifleman with an average of 235.76 and Mabel Gutliph was named the Second woman with an average of 281.85. The Delhi Sporterifle Team also placed second in the Mohawk League with 16 wins and five losses, and an average of 1,372.38. For the Junior League, Garret Fitch was named the Top Marksman with an average of 266.66. For the Iron Sights League, Roland Groppe was named the Top Marksman with an average of 266.85 and Mabel Gutliph was named Top Woman with an average of 282.90.
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The awards banquet was held in April at Brooks’ BBQ. Pictured in the photo left to right is Bryan Fitch Jr., Mabel Gutliph, Kevin Gutliph, Roland Groppe and Garret Fitch.
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Downsville Softball Defeats Margaretville in The Delaware League By Rosie Cunningham Downsville defeated Margaretville 18-6 Monday night in the Delaware League. Livingston Manor’s Lindsey Rau had eight strikeouts and five walks in the win for Downsville. “Her control is getting better,” said Eagle Coach Anne Miceli. “She is a hard working young lady who you can tell loves to play the game.” Rau pitched a complete game and went 2-for-3 at the plate with a triple and two RBIs. Downsville had 15 hits in the
win Lacy Odell and Jadyn Coloa each had two hits for the Eagles. “Lacy is a sophomore and has really stepped up in the short stop position,” said Miceli. Downsville is 3-1 in the league and 4-5 overall. Miceli said the team lost the first four games as she was trying to see what positions best suited the athletes. “We have improved and are really playing well as a team,” she said. “This is just a great group of girls.” For Margaretville, Bailee Herrel had two hits to pace the Blue Devils.
SUNY Delhi Men’s Golf Place Second, Third to Wrap Sidney Baseball Nips DA On The Road Season At Oswego Invite
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Sidney pitcher Ryan Secor hurls the ball during a Midstate Athletic Conference win Monday.
By Rosie Cunningham
OSWEGO – The SUNY Delhi men’s golf team completed its 2018-19 season over the weekend at Saturday and Sunday’s Oswego Invitational. The Broncos’ primary team finished third with a twoday score of 656 (+88), improving by 16 strokes with a 320 on the second day after a fourth-place mark the first day at 336. Delhi’s “B” team took second with a 642 (+74) after finishing with a 327 Saturday and a 315 Sunday. The tournament was held at the par71, 6,424-yard Oswego Country Club, where the host Lakers won with a 612 score (+44). Competing on the “B” team, Aaron Oliver led Delhi’s field with a 156 (+14) to finish fourth, wrapping up day one tied for first with a 76, followed by shooting an 80. Jason Cyr finished eight with a 163 (+21), marking up his 83 day-one count with an 80 on day two. Bobby Goerlich climbed up seven strokes from his 86 firstday score with a 79 for 13th place with a 165 (+23). Brandon Palmer took 17th with a 170 (+28), shooting an 82 day one and an 88 day two. Jonathan Smolen marked the Broncos’ biggest improvement from the weekend by 17 strokes. He shot a 95 on day one, then marked up his second-day total with a 76 to finish 20th with
a 171 (+29). Over on the primary team, Zach Barrett was right behind Oliver in fifth with a 158 (+16) after 80 and 78 daily scores. Daniel Christy placed eighth with a 163 (+21), shooting 81 Saturday and 82 Sunday. Alex Fisher took 16th place with a 165 (+23), improving from his 85 day-one total to an 80 in the latter. Russell posted a 10-stroke improvement, going from a 90 on day one to club an 80 on day two to take 17th with a 170 (+28). Following his victory earlier in the week at Elmira, Jarrett McWilliams took 23rd with a 174 (+32), shooting a 91 day one and improving to an 83 day two. Head coach Dave Arehart’s team concluded a noteworthy opening chapter in NCAA Division III for the 2018-19 year. As new members of the North Atlantic Conference, the Broncos finished second in their first NAC Championship in October, with Christy winning the individual title. Christy was named the NAC’s Golfer of the Year, while Arehart earned NAC Coach of the Year. Delhi also finished second at the USCAA National Championships in October. Barrett was also a two-time NAC Rookie of the Week.
The Straw Seen Around the World
You may have heard the phrase “skip the straw” as it has received notable media attention over the past year from restaurants to airlines to various legislative pieces around the world vowing to reduce or stop using single use plastic straws altogether. Straws cannot be recycled. No systems are in place to effectively capture and recycle most straws. They quite literally fall through the cracks and are not captured for recycling. They litter our environment. Plastic straws are among the top 10 items found on International Coastal Cleanup Day, meaning they are making their way to our water bodies as litter. They can harm wildlife. You may have seen the video of a straw being pulled out of a sea turtles nostril. This is one of many examples of how wildlife can find themselves affected by plastic pollution. They can also become tangled in or consume plastics that have littered their environment.
They aren’t sustainable. Simply put, plastic straws and other single use plastics are not a sustainable option, and we should be looking to reduce or reuse the materials in our day-to-day lives. What Can Be Done? Spread the word: plastic straws cannot be recycled in your residential recycling bin in most areas. Make sure any plastic straws are placed in the trash so they do not end up as litter. Suggest to restaurants and other establishments to adopt an “ask first” policy where customers are not given a straw unless they ask for one. Go reusable. If you must have a straw, go reusable only and refuse single use. Volunteer. Sign up for a litter cleanup in your community. Reduce other single use plastics - reducing your use of single use plastic straws is the first step to reducing other single use plastics in your life. Skip the plastic bag or plastic cup and replace with reusable options.
DELHI - Sidney baseball downed Delaware Academy 5-2 in Delhi Monday. It was a pitching battle between Bulldog Rich LaLosh and
Sidney hurler Ryan Secor. LaLosh struck out eight batters and walked two batters in. He gave up five unearned runs in the loss. Secor allowed three hits, had five K’s and four walks in the win. He gave up two runs in the first
inning. “Both pitchers pitched really well,” said DA Coach Phil Nuemann. “We committed three errors and that really hurt us.” Nick Gravel had two RBIs for Sidney.
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Delaware Academy’s Tyler Bruce makes the tag during a 5-2 loss to the Warriors Monday.
Audubon Society Will Lead Walk This Weekend
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Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society will lead a walk at the Oneonta Susquehanna Greenway (OSG) trail, Silas Lane, off Rte. 205 in Oneonta’s west end on Saturday, May 4, to view returning migrant birds. This will be an easy hike on level ground, for about two hours, starting at 8 a.m. Participants should meet at the parking lot by the soccer fields just past the transfer station. For more information, contact Charlie Scheim at 607-434-4880. This program is free and open to the public. Photo above: Scarlet Tanager, Audubon Photography Awards 2012 by Linda Steele.
Audubon Wildflower Walk At Gilbert Lake State Park Join Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society Member and botanis, Connie Tedesco for the Jean Miller Memorial Wildflower Walk at Gilbert Lake State Park, on Thursday, May 23. Participants
will meet at the beach area at 10 a.m. The walk will be approximately two hours long. Bring water, insect repellent, binoculars if on hand, and your curiosity. Jean Miller was president of
the Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society for 38 years (from 1973 through 2010) and had a tremendous influence on the organization since its inception in 1968. For more information con-
tact Susan O’Handley, publicity chairperson, Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society, Oneonta; 607643-5680; info@doas.us. Jean Miller
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100 Years Ago, SATURDAY MAY 3, 1919
THE WEEK IN WALTON What We Are Talking About at the County Hub
MAPLE SYRUP A BIG INDUSTRY Village Assessment Roll Finished − A Meeting to Boost Community Development. Mr. and Mrs. Page Sinclair have taken a six-year-old girl into their home for adoption. Her name is Helen. Forty Ontario & Western trainmen, who were laid off during the midwinter business slump, have been called back to their old positions. The spring business is rapidly increasing with promising summer prospects. Arthur D. Hale and W. J. Darrin, carriers on rural routes Nos. 1 and 2, leave the post office at 1 p. m. instead of 9 a. m. beginning May 1. L. W. Clark, carrier on route 3, will continue to leave at 9 a. m. until June 1. Norman Smith of Cadosia, formerly of Beerston, who was critically injured in an automobile accident at Hancock last week when crushed between a motor truck and a telephone pole, is holding his own and it is now thought that his chances for recovery are favorable. Clarence Snow, the well-known baggagemaster on the Utica Flyer between Norwich and Delhi, died Sunday, April 27, at his home in Norwich after an illness of about three weeks with pneumonia. He is survived by his wife and one son, Harold Snow of Chicago. E. V. Ransom has purchased the grocery business of A. E. Engert in the Holmes block, North street, and took possession Thursday, May 1. Mr. Ransom is an experienced grocery man, having been employed at Kingsbury’s store and by the Retz-Lincoln Company during the past ten years. Mr. Engert, who has conducted a store at Beerston, will move the same to the McNamara building at that place. Those having books for soldiers are asked to leave them at the library next week in order that an immediate shipment may be made. A list of authors especially in demand includes such writers as Rex Beach, B. M. Bower, Zane Grey, H. H. Knibbs, O. Henry, Peter B. Kyne, E. P. Oppenheim, Mary Roberts Rinehart, B. W. Sinclair, Booth Tarkington, Stewart E. White, Harry Leon Wilson and Harold Bell Wright. The village assessors have completed their work and the assessment roll may now be seen at the First National Bank in charge of village clerk, J. C. McClelland. Next Tuesday, May
5, is grievance day at the court room in Walton Hall. Many changes will be noted in the roll as the assessors have placed property as near full valuation as possible where it was formerly assessed about a third. The town assessors, it is understood, will take a similar step. It is estimated that between 20,000 and 25,000 gallons of maple syrup were made in the immediate vicinity of Walton this season. Amounts from this section handled by Walton dealers were approximately as follows: S. J. Beagle, 5,500 gallons; Clark & Ives, 3,500 gallons; A. J. Courtney, 3,000 gallons. This syrup was sold in 50-gallon drums and brought $1.65 per gallon. Clark & Ives shipped about 15,000 gallons from Delaware county during the season. It is believed that the syrup sold in gallon cans and that retained for home use would bring the total production to around 25,000 gallons manufactured near Walton. In Walton Hall next Monday evening, May 5th, at 8 o’clock, the first tryout will be made of the plan for community development proposed by J. Q. Barlow and endorsed recently by the Chamber of Commerce. Two subjects will be discussed: “The Present Status of Farming,” by John D. Smith and H. C. McKenzie, and “The Bank’s Part in Community Development,” by C. E. Hulbert. There will be open discussions of these questions and every one is urged to ask questions and enter into the discussion. During the evening music will be furnished by the high school orchestra. The committee in charge of arrangements is composed of J. Q. Barlow, Rev. G. M. McKnight, Prof. George N. Cupp and C. B. Lincoln. Working under the new price plan recently adopted, the dairymen’s league has sold the milk of its members for May for $3.06 per hundred pounds, which is about 6 1/2 cents per quart. This price is for milk testing 3 per cent butter fat and at the 200 mile zone. This price is the best ever received by dairymen for May milk. It is 26 cents per hundred more than was paid for April milk, and 60 cents per hundred more than was received for milk during May of last year. Under the new plan dairymen are able to get a price in May higher than that paid in April, something which has never happened before in the history of the industry. By the new agreement, prices for each month are figured by taking the highest market quotations of the wholesale delivered products including butter, skimmed milk, cheese, and whey and averaging these quotations for a period of thirty days preceding the 20th of each month. To this price are added differentials to allow for costs of production. The result is taken as the base price at 200 miles from New York city. It is understood that Walton dairymen, being in a lower freight zone will receive two cents additional.
CLAIM $11,000 FEE EXCESSIVE Village of Sidney Takes Matter to Higher Court for Review. The village of Sidney has taken an appeal to the Appellate Division from the order of Justice McCann awarding the attorneys for the Sidney Water company the sum of $11,000 as their compensation in the litigation instituted by the village to acquire the water works by condemnation.
MUCH STILL LACKING IN VICTORY LOAN
MR. MAC EWAN LEAVES FOR ONEIDA CHURCH
Hard Work Necessary to Reach 226,800 Quota
Closed Seven Years Rectorate in Walton Sunday
ENTERTAINMENT HERE TONIGHT
UNION FAREWELL SERVICE
Whippet Tank Due Here Saturday at 11:30 A. M. − Canvassers Met in Armory Monday.
Relation Between Episcopal and Congregational Churches Terminated − Reception at the Parish House.
With two weeks of the Victory Loan campaign nearly gone the Walton banking district is still very far from its quota of $226,800. Up to Thursday afternoon the subscriptions received at the bank upon which payments have been made amounted to about $25,000. This does not represent the actual amount subscribed as a large part of the canvassers in the village and rural districts have not yet completed their work and very few have reported the subscriptions received. A meeting of the Victory Liberty Loan committee and canvassers was held Monday evening in the Walton armory. A delicious supper was served at 8 o’clock to about one hundred persons by the members of the Co. F auxiliary. Following the supper, A. J. Courtney, chairman of the local committee, acted as toastmaster and after a short and forceful address introduced the speakers of the evening. These were Sergeant Philip Frost of Evanston, Illinois, who told of his experiences in France in the ambulance service; Dr. George J. Dann, superintendent of schools in Oneonta; C. E. Hulbert, president of the First National Bank; A. D. Peake and Rev. G. M. McKnight. Dr. Dann spoke of the pleasure it afforded him to return to his native town, and declared that he felt certain that the people of Walton will easily raise the amount asked this time for the Victory loan after having largely oversubscribed the fourth loan. He spoke in some detail of the wonderful work and sacrifices made by our soldiers “over there” and made an appeal that the money might be forthcoming to finish the work they so nobly began. In addition to the government plan by which payment of the notes is spread over six months, the small payment plan and outright purchase for cash, the First National Bank of Walton in order to assist the public to purchase notes of the Victory loan to the utmost, has pledged itself to make loans freely upon security of the notes subscribed throught them at an interest rate of 4 3/4 per cent for six months from May 20, the loans to be made on the subscriber’s ninety-day note with one renewal of equal length. The moving picture, “The Price of Peace,” exhibited in Walton Hall Wednesday evening was well attended and gave excellent satisfaction. This Friday, evening at 8 o’clock in the hall there will be an entertainment by the New York Entertainers who will give a program of song and music. No admission will be charged. These entertainers come highly recommended. Saturday, May 3, the whippet tank is scheduled to be in Walton from 11:30 a. m. to 1 p. m. The First National Bank has a supply of $50 and $100 notes for those who wish to pay for their notes in full at time of purchase.
Hancock’s Cutlery Factory. (From our Hancock cor.) The cutlery factory plans to break ground very shortly for the new building, which will be 32 by 90 feet in dimensions. Contractor Harry Kraft is in town ready to close the deal with the company.
The union farewell service in the Congregational church Sunday evening brought to a close Rev. S. R. MacEwan’s work as rector of Christ Episcopal church and terminated the relation which has existed between Christ church and the Congregational church by which the two churches have been united as a war measure during the absence of Rev. C. S. Wyckoff, pastor of the Congregational church, as chaplain at General Hospital No. 7 in Baltimore, Maryland. Members of all churches and the community as a whole have united in expressions of regret at the departure of Rev. and Mrs. MacEwan and these expressions have denoted in a small part the place which Mr. MacEwan has won in the hearts of the community as rector of Christ church and acting pastor of the Congregational church since November, and have voiced the appreciation of the community of the active part which Rev. and Mrs. MacEwan have always taken in any movement for the betterment of civic conditions. A farewell reception to Rev. and Mrs. MacEwan was held in the parish house Friday evening for members of Christ Episcopal church and the Congregational church. Hon. A. W. North acted as toastmaster and short addresses of appreciation of Mr. MacEwan’s work here were given by Rev. B. L. Bixby, Rev. Thomas P. Burns, Rev. G. M. McKnight and Rev. Boyd E. White. During the evening Mr. MacEwan was presented with a check for $100 from the wardens and vestry of Christ church and with a handsome gold watch from the Congregational church. Engraved on the watch is the insciption, “Rev. S. R. MacEwan, in grateful appreciation of his services as acting pastor of the First Congregational church of Walton, November 1, 1918, to April 27, 1919.” During the evening musical numbers were rendered by an orchestra under the direction of Miss Emily O. Guild and a buffet luncheon was served by the ladies of Christ church. Monday evening a farewell reception to Mr. MacEwan was given by Walton Lodge No. 559, F. & A. M., in the Masonic Temple. After an hour of social intercourse a musical program was rendered including a number of vocal selections sung by the new Masonic quartette, composed of C. L. Watkins, E. W. Graham, Harry F. Marvin and F. E. Marvin. Later a three-course banquet was served after which short talks were given by Rev. B. L. Bixby and Rev. D. H. Piper, to which Mr. MacEwan responded in a few fitting words. A framed copy of the resolutions adopted by the lodge were presented to the retiring brother by C. B. Lincoln, master of the lodge. Rev. S. R. MacEwan conducted his last service in Christ church Sunday morning. The Congregational church was crowded for the farewell union service in the evening. At the close of his sermon, which was along the line of greater church unity, Mr. MacEwan voiced his regret at leaving Walton and paid a graceful tribute to Rev. C. S. Wyckoff, to whose belief that greater unity was possible, he attributed much of the success of the union during the past six months of Christ church and the First Congregational church. The pastors of the other local churches took part in the service which closed with a short address by Rev. G. M. McKnight,
pastor of the United Presbyterian church, who expressed the regret of the ministerial association and the people of Walton at the departure of Rev. and Mrs. MacEwan and extended best wishes to them in their new home. Rev. and Mrs. MacEwan motored Tuesday to their new home in Oneida where he becomes rector of St. John’s Episcopal church. His new field is a large one as St. John’s church has five hundred communicants. With the departure of Mr. MacEwan the relation between Christ church and the First Congregational church comes to an end. During the month of May Dr. P. H. Millikin of Brooklyn has been secured to act as supply in the Congregational church.
STATE HIGHWAY MATTERS Policy of New Commissioner to Build with Concrete. H. L. Eckert of Bloomville, chairman of the board of supervisors, Supervisor W. G. Moore, J. J. Farrell and David More of Walton; C. R. O’Connor of Hobart and W. H. Maynard of Delhi were in Albany Tuesday to consult with Colonel F. S. Greene, the new commissioner of highways, relative to the highway matters in Delaware county. It will be the policy of the new commissioner to construct concrete roads as a more permanent type of highway than the macadam, many of which have been found to deteriorate rapidly under the heavy trucks which now throng the highways. Commissioner Greene stated that the policy of the department will be to first complete the 188 unfinished contracts in the state, work on which was held up by war conditions in 1917. There are four such roads in Delaware county, the Hamden, Delhi-Delancey, Sidney-Masonville and Franklin Village-Bennett Hollow. It is expected to let the contracts this season for the construction of two federal aid roads in the county. These are the MargaretvilleAndes and Rock Rift-Cannonsville roads. Under the federal aid scheme the federal government will pay half the cost of construction of such highways, which must be post roads, and the state the other half. The two roads slated for contract after the unfinished roads are constructed, are the BloomvilleHobart and Deposit-Cannonsville sections. The construction of these pieces will complete the connecting link between KingstonOneonta highway and route four between New York and Buffalo. Many contractors are taking construction work in southern and western states and difficulty may be experienced in getting suitable bids on all roads. There are other factors, also, which may delay construction work. Colonel Greene told the delegation that his experience in engineer work in France has been that the macadam roads went to pieces rapidly under the strain of heavy trucks and that concrete had been found there to be the only method of construction giving good permanent results.
SHIPPING MILK TO FRANCE Arkville Creamery Has Installed New Condensing Machinery. (From our Arkville cor.) A new condensing pan and a large vacuum pump and a hot water pump arrived for the Delaware & Greene creamery at Arkville last week. This is the second big pan installed for the purpose of making condensed milk. They are both of copper, the first and largest costing $5,200, and being hand hammered. The last one cost close to $4,000. They are busy now with orders for their milk from France.
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BURGLARS GET $600 FROM POST OFFICE
KILLED BY FALL FROM LADDER
PORTER LAKIN ESTATE $10,000
WAS LICENSE NECESSARY?
BAD ACCIDENT ON D. & N.
Downsville Safe Blown Open by Yeggs Tuesday Night
Noel Young, Former Downsville Man, Meets Death in Geneva.
Matters Before Judge McNaught in Surrogate’s Court.
Downsville Jury Acquits McKay Holmes of Violation of Law.
Section Men Injured When Motor Car Was Upset.
Noel Young, a former resident of Downsville, was killed by a fall from a ladder Wednesday, April 23, at Geneva, N. Y., where he was employed on the construction gang of the New York Telephone Company. Mr. Young, with the other employees of the company at the time of the accident, was up on a ladder, which rested on a stay wire that was suspended from the pole at the corner of Castle and Elm streets, Geneva, to another pole on the south side of Castle street, and was at least 30 feet above the pavement when the ground on which he was standing suddenly gave away. The unfortunate man made several attempts to catch hold of the sides of the ladder on his descent but failed and he fell headlong to the pavement, striking the pavement headforemost, rendering him unconscious and blood spurted from his ears, mouth and nose. He sustained a double fracture of the skull and died about an hour later in the city hospital in Geneva. Mr. Young, who was a man about 40 years of age, removed from Downsville about sixteen years ago. The body was brought Friday to the home of Irving Young, a cousin, in Walton and on Saturday was taken to Downsville where the funeral was held Saturday morning in the M. E. church. Mr. Young is survived by a daughter at home, by his mother, Mrs. Eugene Snyder of Walton; by three brothers, John, Earl and William Young of Downsville, and two sisters, Mrs. Charles Wright of Downsville and Mrs. Andrew Treadwell, living near Binghamton.
Letters of guardianship of Hattie E. Kellogg, a minor, issued to Charles H. Phelps. Letters of guardianship of Burton L. Herzog, a minor, issued to John M. Herzog. Letters of guardianship of Delos M. Herzog, a minor, issued to John M. Herzog. Estate of Frances A. Mallory, late of Walton. Decree entered discharging executor. Estate of Hattie V. Georgia, late of Meredith. Letters of administration issued to Burton B. Georgia. Estimate, $500 personal. Estate of William D. Jenkins, late of Masonville. Letters of administration issued to Kate M. Gifford. Estimate, $2,600 personal. Estate of Stephen D. Young, late of Andes. Letters of administration issued to Emily E. D. Young. Estimate, $15,00 personal. Estate of Susan S. Mable, late of Franklin. Will admitted to probate and letters issued to Alfred K. Ogden. Estimate, $200 personal, $800 real. The Congregational church of Franklin is given $200, the Free Library of Franklin $10, and the residue is bequeathed to Parmelia Smith Campbell. Estate of Eliza J. Covert, late of Andes. Will admitted to probate and letters issued to Homer S. Covert. Estimate, $2,000 personal. After the distribution of the household furniture, clothing etc., the residue is given to Elizabeth May Elliott. Estate of William F. Girndt, late of Franklin. Will admitted to probate and letters issued to Paulina Girndt. Estimate, $2,000 personal, $4,500 real, the use of which is given to the wife, at her death the principal equally to five children. Estate of Porter Lakin, late of Hancock. Will admitted to probate and letters issued to Margaret M. Laken and Harry E. Lakin. Estimate, $8,000 personal. The will gives to the wife $2,000, to Earl Lakin, Parter H. Lakin, Margaret Lakin, Bessie Moak, each $500; to the executors $500 to be used by them for Herbert Laken; the residue to eight children equally.
Before Justice G. W. Hulbert in Downsville Friday a jury trial was held in the matter of the arrest of McKay Holmes, who was alleged to have driven a commercial truck, owned by the town of Colchester, without a chauffeur’s license. Sergeant Fox of the state police was complainant in the case and was represented by Attorney A. E. Conner of Walton while E. E. Conlon of Downsville appeared for Holmes. Fox’s testimony showed that Holmes was working on the highways with the town’s Ford truck without a chauffeur’s license or badge. The defense was that Holmes had tried the chauffeur’s examination in Binghamton and had passed the same and was threfore entitled to drive a car. He was arrested on April 14th and on April 15th the license was granted to him. The jury brought in a verdict of acquittal and assessed costs against the state trooper. It is understood that an appeal will be taken from the judgment of costs.
(From our Downsville cor.) While Tony Cico of Pepacton and Bennie Cicio of Downsville were on the Andes branch of the Delaware & Northern, Tony Cicio met with a painful accident. While both motor cars were on their way home Tony Cicio was on the leading one. The rails spread apart, causing the motor car to end over. Tony Cicio had his leg broken and Philip Allen had his left shoulder dislocated, and an Italian was quite badly injured. Dr. Brittian attended their injuries. Tuesday morning of this week while the freight train on the D. & N. railroad was on its way to Pepacton, four cars jumped the track by Maynard Shaver’s farm, about a mile below Pepacton. It is thought that the rails spread, causing the cars to jump the track. No one was injured. The mail was unable to make its round trip. It came as far as Pepacton, and Dr. Brittian, who happened to be at Pepacton, brought the Downsville mail there.
SIDNEY MAN PINNED UNDER CAR
Cold Wave Last Week.
MOSTLY WAR SAVING STAMPS Regular Postage Stamps Kept in Bank Vault − Thieves Traveled by Automobile. The Downsville post office, located on Main street in that village, near Hulbert’s store, was entered by burglars early Wednesday morning, the outer door of the safe blown off with nitro glycerine and between $600 and $700 worth of War Savings and Thrift Stamps taken. The burglary is believed to have been the work of outside parties but certain facts about the robbery indicate that they were assisted by some one familiar with the post office building and conditions about the village. The burglary was not discovered until about 7:30 o’clock Wednesday morning when Miss Gertrude Neff, daughter of Postmaster Asa G. Neff, went to the building to open the post office. The yeggs had entered the front door, which was found unlocked. The noise of the explosion was deadened by horse blankets secured from the barn of George Radmond, located a short distance away. The outer door of the safe was shattered by the explosion. In this compartment were kept the War Savings and Thrift Stamps, a few postage stamps and a small sum in change. These were all taken. Most of the regular postage stamps were kept in the vaults of the Downsville bank and other valuables were in the heavy steel inner vault, which was not disturbed. The post office had between $600 and $700 worth of War Savings and Thrift Stamps on hand. George Golden, son of Warren Golden, who lives across the street from the post office, states that he arose after two o’clock to get some cough medicine and then sat down to take a smoke. While he was smoking he heard an automobile drive up in front of the post office and noticed that it was without lights, but thought nothing of the matter. He places the time at 2:35 o’clock in the morning. Mrs. Orson Russell, who with her husband, occupies rooms in the Hulbert building, was awakened by the noise of the explosion and told her husband, but as he had heard noting he quieted her fears.
BARN AT SIDNEY BURNED Explosion of Gas Engine Causes Destruction of Building. Fire caused by the explosion of a gas engine destroyed the barn of D. S. Gifford located near the camp meeting grounds at Sidney on Thursday morning of last week. Mr. Gifford tried his new gas engine for the first time Wednesday. About 6 o’clock the next morning as he was starting it the machine exploded and set the barn on fire. The horses and cows were with difficulty gotten out of the barn. Mr. Gifford had one arm badly burned. Mr. Gifford lost another barn by fire about two years ago.
Dropped Dead On Lawn. (From our Kelly Corners cor.) Samuel Jenkins, a lifelong resident of Kelly Corners, died very suddenly at this home there Tuesday, April 29. He ate his breakfast and conversed with the family the same as usual in the morning and then went out on the lawn where he dropped dead. Mr. Jenkins had just got home from Pennsylvania Monday where he had been visiting a few days. His age was 84 years.
START STATE ROAD REPAIR Contractor Gorgon Brings Machinery to Arkville for Work. (From our Arkville cor.) From all indications work will soon commence on the rebuilding of the state road. John S. Gordon, the contractor, was in Arkville last week with a couple of civil engineers doing some preliminary surveying between the Hoffman and Franks farms for a road to the old quarry on the Morse farm, from which they are going to get the stone for crushing. D. F. Lawrence of Deposit unloaded the cars of material. Seven more cars are expected soon, and the work will commence in earnest. James Martin is going to furnish 35 Italians, and is looking for a site for their barracks.
PUT OUT FIRE WITH CHEMICALS Small Blaze Monday in Leal Home in Sidney. Fire in an upstairs hall in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Leal at the corner of Cartwright Avenue and Willow street, Sidney called out the fire department in that village Monday noon. The blaze was extinguished with the chemical engine shortly after the arrival of the firemen, but considerable damage was done in the upstairs room by smoke and fire. Charles W. Smith of Chicago, owner of the house, and his tenants carried insurance, which will cover the loss.
Town Receives Damage From Flood. The town of Decatur, Otsego county, has been awarded a judgment of $1,582 against the Great Bear Light & Power Company for damages to highways and bridges of the town on July 21, 1917, by reason of the breaking of the dame of the defendant at Bear swamp.
TO SECURE HELP FOR FARMERS Industrial Commission Agent at Farm Bureau Office. Arthur C. Norton, agent from the Binghamton branch of the State Industrial Commission, is in Walton temporarily with headquarters in the Farm Bureau office. Mr. Norton is working in co-operation with Farm Bureau Manager E. G. Brougham for the purpose of recruiting farm labor. He is planning a campaign here, which he believes will prove successful in securing help for the farmers. Any person wishing work on a farm at good wages can be placed at once by applying to E. G. Brougham at the local Farm Bureau office in Walton. Mr. Norton will cover the counties of Broome, Tompkins, Chenango, Otsego and Delaware. His Binghamton office is in care of the State Employment Office, 200 Security Mutual Building.
HANCOCK FIREMAN’S PARK Department Votes to Purchase Additional Land. (From our Hancock cor.) At a special meeting of the Hancock fire department Friday evening, it was voted to purchase the land on the north and east sides of firemen’s park from Mrs. E. S. LeBarr. The price is $900. With this addition to the original land, the park will make a fine playground.
Farm Hand Saw Accident and Released Men from Auto. While Ed. Humphrey, George Webb and J. Isler of Sidney were returning from Binghamton in a Chevrolet car driven by Mr. Isler, the machine went over the embankment just before reaching the bridge over the Unadilla river near the William Mills farm, a short distance from Sidney. At this point there is a gully along the road about 15 feet deep that had been formed by water washing away the earth. It was covered with stones to prevent further wearing away of the bank. The driver lost control of the car, and it ran over the edge of this embankment, turned completely over, and landed bottom side up at the foot within a few feet of the river, which is about 20 feet deep at this point. Samuel Houston, a farm hand employed on the Miller place, saw the car go over the bank, and going to the place found the three men pinned under it. Web was injured about the chest, and Humphrey had his hip hurt. All three sustained severe cuts and bruises, but no bones were found broken. The car was badly damaged, and was loaded onto a truck and taken to Howe’s garage that night.
Selling Delhi Hospital Fixtures. Delhi is now without a hospital. The building occupied by the Neal hospital was sold recently to John W. Gibson and the furniture is now being disposed of.
The cold wave which visited this section Friday and Saturday is not believed to have damaged fruit trees, but injured grass to some extent. The thermometer went down to twenty degrees Friday.
FALL FROM TREE FATAL J. M. Underwood of Deposit Dies From Injuries. (From our Rockroyal cor.) C. L. Sowles of Rockroyal received word of the death Saturday of his brother-in-law, J. M. Underwood, of Deposit. Mr. Underwood fell from an apple tree a few weeks ago and received injuries which caused his death. After the accident he was taken to the Moore-Overton hospital in Binghamton where he died April 26. The body was taken to Otego for burial beside his wife who died two years ago.
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Mama Jupiter LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 3/19/2019. Cty: Delaware. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to Jenny Mui, 30 River Rd., Apt. 15C, NY, NY 10044.General Purpose. LEGAL NOTICE 38 Lake Street, LLC has filed articles of organization with the Secretary of State of NYS on 02/28/2019. The offices of this company are located in Delaware, NY. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is 36 Lake Street, Stamford, NY 12167. The company is organized to conduct any lawful business for which limited liability companies may be organized. Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC). The name of the LLC is: Hansienda LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) office on: March 15, 2019. The County in which the Office is to be located: Delaware County. The SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is: Capizzi Law Offices, 11 Hillside Avenue, 2nd Fl., Tenafly, New Jersey 07670. Purpose: any lawful activity. Dirt Road Camp LLC with SSNY on 12/12/18. Office:
We accept Delaware. SSNY desg as agent for process & shall mail to: One Columbus Pl, N29A, NY, NY 10019. Any lawful purpose. RUBBERNECK LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 3/27/2019. Office in Delaware Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 19 East Brook Rd., Walton, NY 13856. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. Legal Notice Notice of formation of Joe Hanley’s Family and Business Services, LLC, Arts. Of Org. filed with the SSNY on 01/22/2019. Location County of Delaware. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC. 145 Loomis Brook Rd., Walton, NY 13856. Purpose: any lawful act. Notice of formation of ABT ALLIANCE LLC. Filed on 3/6/2019 with New York Secretary of State, County of Delaware. Designated as registered agent whom process may be served and process mailed to is United States Corporation of Agents Inc., 7014 13th Ave, Suite 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228. General Purpose. SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF DELAWARE FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (“FANNIE MAE”), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, Plaintiff -againstMEREDITH PECK, CHRISTOPHER PECK, ROBERT PECK AND JENNIFER PECK, AS HEIRS AT LAW OF THE DECEDENT ROBERT A. PECK A/K/A ROBERT PECK, ANDREW PECK, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated November 19, 2018, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the 1st floor lobby of the Delaware County Office Building, 111 Main Street, Delhi, NY on May 14, 2019 at 12:30 p.m. premises situate in the Town of Deposit, County of Delaware and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a set #5 rebar tagged “D. PERRY-SIDNEY, NY” on the Northwesterly side of Avenue “A”, said point also being the most Southerly corner of premises now or formerly of Robert D. Hayward and wife, (L.519 P.535); Thence South West 102.00 feet; Thence North West 75.00 feet; Thence North West 44.10 feet; Thence North West 26.57 feet; Thence North West 15.15 feet; Thence North West 9.64 feet; Thence North East 112.36 feet; Thence South East 96.62 feet; Thence South East 75.04 feet. All that tract or parcel of land, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a set #5 rebar tagged “D. PERRY-SIDNEY, NY” said point being the most Southerly corner of the premises above described; Thence North West 171.00 feet; Thence North East 23.64 feet; Thence South East 9.84 feet; Thence South East 15.15 feet; Thence South East 26.57 feet; Thence South East 44.10 feet; Thence South East 75.00 feet. Section: 385.1 Block: 1 Lot: 54. Said premises known as 55 SILVER LAKE SPUR, HANCOCK, NY Approximate amount of lien $115,531.34 plus interest &
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costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Index Number 562/2015. ROBERT A. GOULDIN, ESQ., Referee David A. Gallo & Associates LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 99 Powerhouse Road, First Floor, Roslyn Heights, NY 11577 File# 7254.8111 Mandala Mountain Camp And Wellness LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 3/11/2019. Cty: Delaware. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to Elizabeth Faas Hughes, 2482 Back River Rd., Delancey, NY 13752. General Purpose. Thirlsmere LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 4/1/2019. Cty: Delaware. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to Altschul & Altschul, 18 East 12th St., #1A, NY, NY 10034458 .General Purpose. Notice of Formation of Point Mountain Partners LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 4/1/19. Office location: Delaware County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 492 Pretty Brook Road, Princeton, NJ 08540. Purpose: any lawful activity. WALKE FLEET & AUTO LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 4/8/2019. Office in Delaware Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 24869 State Highway 10, Walton, NY 13856. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. West Settlement Properties LLC arts. of org. Filed with the SSNY on 3/25/19. location cty of Delaware. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY to mail copy of process to 1117 Andrew Gray Rd, Roxbury, NY 12474. Purpose:any lawful act. NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF DELAWARE MTGLQ INVESTORS, LP, Plaintiff, Against KAMLAWATIE BARNES F/K/A KAMLAWATIE FLORES, OERMILA CORRAO F/K/A OERMILA HARINANDANSINGH, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 2/15/2019, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction the 1st Fl. Lobby, Delaware County Office Building, 111 Main St., Delhi, NY, on 5/22/2019 at 12:00 pm, premises known as 42 Griswold St, Walton, NY 13856, and described as follows: ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town and Village of Walton, County of Delaware and State of New York, and designated on the tax maps of the Delaware County Treasurer as Section 273.8, Block 2 and Lot 18. The approximate amount of
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the current Judgment lien is $163,081.60 plus interest and costs. The premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 756/2017. For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www. Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. Stephanie Michelle Whidden, Esq., Referee. SHELDON MAY & ASSOCIATES Attorneys at Law, 255 Merrick Road, Rockville Centre, NY 11570 Dated: 3/19/2019 File Number: 33115 MNB The Catskill Watershed Corporation is soliciting bids for paving of approximately 900 square feet at an entrance to a State owned parking area in the Town of Shandaken. Funding is provided from NYS Department of Environmental Conservation. Bids must be received by 4 pm on May 3rd. For bid documents, please contact Barbara Puglisi or Timothy Cox at 845-586-1400. EOE Notice of formation of Renwick Excavating LLC in Delaware County, NY. Articles of Organization were filed with NY Secretary of State on April 1st, 2019. The Secretary of State is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The Secretary of the State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her at 3740 County Highway 44, Unadilla, NY 13849. The annual lot owners meeting for Ouleout Valley Cemetery Association will be held on Monday May 13, 2019 at 6 PM at the office of Brian Sickler, President, 13171 State Hwy. 357, Franklin, NY 13775. NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF DELAWARE Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee, in trust for the registered holders of Morgan Stanley ABS Capital I Inc. Trust 2004-HE6, Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2004-HE6, Plaintiff AGAINST Paul Irwin a/k/a Paul E. Irwin; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated November 23, 2018 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Delaware County Office Building, 111 Main Street, Delhi, NY on May 29, 2019 at 11:00AM, premises known as 50 Valley View, Hancock, NY 13783. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hancock, County of Delaware, State of NY, Section 429.17 Block 5 Lot 14. Approximate amount of judgment $66,023.89 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 2016-492. Robert W. Carey, Esq., Referee Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: April 4, 2019 #96806 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF DELAWARE THE DELAWARE NATIONAL BANK OF DELHI, Plaintiff, - against GEOFFREY WYSONG aka GEOFFREY T. WYSONG, TAM HOLBERTON, ALAN HENDERSON, Defendants. Index No. 2017-193
RJI No. 2017-0160 REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale in the above-captioned action, dated February 29, 2019, and entered in the office of the Clerk of the County of Delaware on April 4, 2019, I, Maureen A. Byrne, Esq., the undersigned Referee named in said judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on May 28, 2019 at 12:00 p.m. at the entrance to the Delaware County Courthouse at 3 Court Street, Delhi, New York, the premises described in said judgment and set forth below. The premises shall be sold subject to any state of facts an accurate survey would show; and to covenants, restrictions, reservations, easements and agreements of record, if any, and any violations thereof; and to building restrictions and zoning ordinances of the town or municipality in which said mortgaged premises are situate, if any, and any violations thereof; and to conditional bills of sale, security agreements and financing statements filed in connection with said mortgaged premises, if any, but only to the extent that any of the foregoing are not barred or foreclosed by this action; and to existing tenancies, if any, except such tenants who are parties Defendant to this action; and to assessments, water charges and sewer rents, if any, affecting the premises, to the extent permitted by law. The premises also shall be sold subject to the rights, if any, of the United States of America pursuant to Title 28, Section 2410 of the United States Code. The purchaser shall be required to pay all applicable local and State transfer taxes, deed stamps or other taxes or recording fees due in connection with the transfer of the mortgaged premises. Current real estate property taxes shall be adjusted as of the date of closing. Dated: April 19, 2019 Maureen A. Byrne, Referee Location of property: 53 Franklin Street Town and Village of Delhi Delaware County, State of New York Tax Map Nos. 171.6-1-3 and 171.6-2-4 Coughlin & Gerhart, L.L.P. Attorneys for Plaintiff P. O. Box 2039 Binghamton, NY 13902 Tel. 607-723-9511 THIS ACTION IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. LEGAL NOTICE Notice of formation of Sunrise Mountain Orchard, LLC (“LLC”), a limited liability company. On 4/16/19 Ar-
ticles of Organization were filed with NYS Sec’y of State. Offices located Delaware County. Sec’y of State designated as agent upon whom process against LLC may be served. Sec’y of State shall mail a copy of such process to the LLC, c/o Chriswell, PO Box 722, Bloomville, NY 13739 19 Barnes Street LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 2/28/2019. Cty: Delaware. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 264 6th Ave., 4G, Brooklyn, NY 11215.General Purpose. 31 Engel Rd. LLC Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 04/15/19. Office: Delaware County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 771 Edge of the Woods Road, Water Mill, NY 11976. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 511 Winterburn Grove LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 2/28/2019. Cty: Delaware. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 264 6th Ave., 4G, Brooklyn, NY 11215.General Purpose. NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING AND VOTE FRANKLIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Budget Hearing- A budget hearing for the inhabitants of the Franklin Central School District qualified to vote at School District meetings will be held in the Cafeteria of the Franklin Central School District, commencing at 6:00 p.m. on May 9, 2019, where there shall be presented the proposed school district budget for the 2019-2020 school year. Date of Vote-The vote upon the appropriation of the necessary funds to meet the estimated expenditures or for any propositions involving the expenditure of money or the authorizing of levy of taxes, as well as the election of one member of the Board of Education shall be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2019, in the main lobby of Franklin Central School building between the hours of 12:00 noon and 8:00 p.m. Statement of Money required for Next School Year-A copy of the statement of the amount of money which would be required for the next school year for school purposes shall be completed seven days before the budget hearing and may be obtained by any resident of the District at the school during the period of 14 days immediately
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before the annual meeting and election, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., except Saturday, Sunday or holidays. Vote for Board MembersNominating petitions are available in the District Office at Franklin Central School between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Petitions nominating candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education must be filed with the Clerk of the District between 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. not later than April 22, 2019. The following vacancy is to be filled: -A five-year term ending June 30, 2024, presently held by Patricia Taggart – Each petition must be addressed to the Clerk of the District, be signed by at least 25 qualified voters of the District, shall state the residence of each signer, the name and address of the candidate, and shall describe the specific vacancy on the Board of Education for which the candidate is nominated, which description shall include at least the length of term of office, and the name of the last incumbent. No person shall be nominated for more than one specific office. The following propositions shall be voted upon at the same time as the appropriation of monies and for Board member: School Bus Proposition: Shall the Board of Education of the Franklin Central School District, Franklin, New York, hereby be authorized to purchase school buses, including incidental equipment and expenses in connection therewith, at an aggregate maximum estimated cost of $200,000, and said $200,000, or so much thereof as may be necessary, shall be raised by the levy of a tax upon the taxable property of said School District and collected in annual installments as provided by Section 416 of the Education Law; and, in anticipation of such tax, obligations of said School District shall be issued? Voters will be required to present personal identification or, if none is available, they must sign a declaration confirming their Franklin, New York residency and that they are a qualified voter in this district. Such forms of personal identification may include, but are not limited to: • A driver’s license, • A non-driver’s identification card, • A utility bill, • A voter registration card, • Or any other evidence of residency ADDITIONAL PROPOSITIONS – Any proposition that is required to be included for vote shall be submitted in writing by means of a petition signed by at least 25 qualified voters, stating the residence of each signer, which proposition
shall be filed with the Board of Education not later than 30 days before the date of the election as set forth in this notice unless a greater number of days is required by statute. Any proposition shall be rejected by the Board of Education if the purpose of the proposition is not within the powers of the voters or where the expenditure of monies is required for the proposition, and such proposition fails to include the necessary specific appropriation. ABSENTEE BALLOTS Applications for absentee ballots may be applied for at the District Office at P.O. Box 888, Franklin, New York 13775. The District Clerk must receive such applications at least seven days before the vote set in this notice if the ballot is to be mailed to the absentee voter or the day before the vote if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the absentee voter. Absentee ballots must be received in the office of the Clerk of the District not later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of the vote. A list of all persons to whom absentee voters’ ballots have been issued shall be available for public inspection during regular office hours which are between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Any qualified voter may, upon examination of such list, file a written challenge of qualifications of a voter of any person whose name appears on such list, stating the reasons for the challenge. Such written challenge shall be transmitted by the Clerk, or designee, to the Inspectors of Election on Election Day. Dated: April, 2019 By order of the Board of Education of the Franklin Central School District Donna M. Dean District Clerk SIDNEY CENTRAL SCHOOL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING, BUDGET VOTE & ELECTION NOTICE is hereby given that a Public Hearing on the Sidney Central School District Statement of Estimated Expenditures for the 2019-2020 school year will be held at the Sidney Junior/Senior High School Library in Sidney, New York on Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. NOTICE is also hereby given that copies of the proposed annual operating budget and tax exemption form for the succeeding year to be voted upon at the Annual Meeting and Election shall be available to Sidney Central School District residents, on request, in each Sidney Central School District school building main office and the District Office, during the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on each day other than a Saturday, Sunday or holiday during the fourteen (14) days preceding
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such Annual Meeting. It will be posted on the District’s website, and copies will be available at every public library within the District. NOTICE is also given that the vote and election shall take place in the Junior/ Senior High School Lobby by the Auditorium of the Sidney Central School District on the 21st day of May 2019, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at which time the polls will be opened to vote upon the following items: To adopt the annual budget of the Sidney Central School District for the 2019-2020 fiscal year and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District. To adopt the annual budget of the Sidney Memorial Public Library for the 2019-2020 fiscal year and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District. To elect two (2) members of the Board of Education for three (3) year terms. To elect one (1) trustee of the Sidney Memorial Public Library; for a five (5) year term. To authorize the Sidney Central School District to implement a school district improvement program consisting of the construction of improvements to various school facilities consisting primarily of site work and including other improvements and costs incidental thereto, at a maximum estimated cost of $8,500,000 and that $500,000 available current funds shall be used to pay a portion thereof, with $8,000,000, or so much thereof as may be necessary, to be raised by the levy of a tax upon the taxable property of said School District and collected in annual installments with District obligations to be issued in anticipation thereof.” NOTICE is also hereby given that the petitions for nominating candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education or Library Trustee must be filed in the office of the Clerk of the District on April 22, 2019. The following two (2) vacancies are to be filled on the Board of Education: A term of three (3) years ending June 30, 2022 presently held by Kerri G. Green; a term of three (3) years ending June 30, 2022 presently held by Kjersti B. VanSlykeBriggs.
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The following one (1) vacancy is to be filled on the Sidney Memorial Public Library Board: A term of five (5) years ending June 30, 2024 caused by the expiration of the term of Virginia Brandt. Each petition shall be signed by at least twentyfive (25) qualified voters of the district and must state the name and residence of the candidate and describe that specific vacancy for which the candidate is nominated, including at least the term of office and the name of the last incumbent. Nominating petitions are available at the District Office during regular business hours (7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.), (excluding Saturday, Sunday or holidays). NOTICE is also given that qualified voters may apply for absentee ballot applications at the district clerk’s office at the Sidney Central School District during regular business hours (7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.). All Absentee Ballot applications must be received by the district clerk no later than May 14, 2019 if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter or by May 20, 2019 if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. All Absentee Ballots must be submitted to the district clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 21, 2019. A list of persons to whom absentee ballots have been issued will be available for public inspection in the district clerk’s office during each of the five days prior to the day of the election, (except Saturday, Sunday or holidays). Constance A. Umbra District Clerk Board of Education Notice of Budget Hearing and Vote Budget Hearing A budget hearing for the inhabitants of the Downsville Central School District qualified to vote at School District Meetings will be held in the school auditorium in Downsville, NY commencing at 6:00 PM on Monday, May 13, 2019 where there shall be presented the proposed School District budget for the following school year. Date of Vote The vote upon the appropriation of the necessary funds to meet the estimated expenditures or for any propositions involving the expenditure of money or the authorizing of levy of taxes as well as the election of a member of the Board of Education shall be held on Tuesday, May 21,
2018 in the school building in Downsville, NY between the hours of 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM. Statement of Money Required for Next School Year A copy of the statement of the amount of money which would be required for the next school year for school purposes shall be completed seven days before the budget hearing and may be obtained by any resident of the District at the school during the period of 14 days immediately before the annual meeting and election, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, except Saturday, Sunday or holiday. Vote for Board Members Petitions nominating candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education must be filed with the Clerk of the District between the hours of 7:30 AM and 3:30 PM not later than Monday, April 22, 2019. A five-year term ending June, 2024 presently held by Gary Champlin Each petition must be addressed to the Clerk of the District, be signed by at least 25 qualified voters of the District, shall state the residence of each signer, the name and address of the candidate, and shall describe the specific vacancy on the Board of Education for which the candidate is nominated, which descriptions shall include at least the length of term of office, and the name of the last incumbent. No person shall be nominated for more than one specific office. (Petitions are available in the Main Office of the School Building) Additional Propositions Any proposition that is required to be included for vote shall be submitted in writing by means of a petition signed by at least 25 qualified voters, stating the residence of each signer, which proposition shall be filed with the Board of Education not later than 30 days before the date of the election as set forth in this notice unless a greater number of days is required by statute. Any proposition shall be rejected by the Board of Education if the purpose of the proposition is not within the powers of the voters or where the expenditure of monies is required for the proposition, and such propositions fails to include the necessary specific appropriation. Absentee Ballots Applications for absentee ballots may be applied for at the District Office. Such applications must be re-
ceived by the District Clerk at least seven days before the vote set in this notice if the ballot is to be mailed to the absentee voter. Absentee ballots must be received in the District Office not later than 5:00 PM on the day of the vote. A list of all persons to whom absentee voters’ ballots have been issued shall be available for public inspection during regular office house which are between the hours of 7:30 AM and 3:30 PM. Any qualified voter, may upon examination of such list, file written challenge of qualifications of a voter of any person whose name appears on such list, stating the reasons for the challenge. Such written challenge shall be transmitted by the Clerk or designee to the Inspectors of Election on Election Day. DATED: March 8, 2019 By Order of the Board of Education of the Downsville Central School District By: Nancy L. Haynes, District Clerk Notice is hereby given that an order entered by the Supreme Court, Delaware County, on the 1st day of April, 2019, bearing Index Number 2018-1190, a copy of which may be examined at the office of the clerk, located at 3 Court Street, Delhi, NY, grants me the right to assume the name of VanEtten Cody Ackerley. The city and state of my present address are Margaretville, New York; the month and year of my birth are January 1989; the place of my birth is Walton, New York; my present name is VanEtten Cody Garofolo. Notice of Completion of Tentative Assessment Roll Pusuant to Section 506 & 526 of the Real Property Tax Law Notice IS HEREBY GIVEN at the Assessor of the Town of Andes, County of Delaware, has completed the Tentative Assessment Roll for the current year and that a copy has been left at the Andes Town Hall, where it may be seen and examined by any interested person until the fourth Tuesday in May (May 28, 2019). A publication containing procedures for contesting an assessment (from RP-524 and RP-524inst.) is available online at: http:www.tax.ny.gov/forms. orpts/assessment_ grievance.htm The Assessor will be in attendance with the Tentative Assessment Roll on the following days: May 13th from 9:00 am 1:00 pm May 14th from 7:00 pm 9:00 pm May 17th from 9:00 am 1:00 pm May 18th from 8:00 am 12:00 pm HEARING OF COMPLAINTS The Board of Assessment Review will meet on Tuesday, May 28th, 2019, between the hours of 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Andes Town Hall to hear and examine all complaints in relationship to assessments on the written application, correctly filled out, accompanied with the required date of any person himself aggrieved. Dated this 1st day of May, 2019 Tina M. Moshier Assessor, Town of Andes #1 Door Project Andes Joint Fire District is taking bids for renovations of the Fire Hall’s garage door openings and new garage doors. Bids to be opened May 13th, 2019 at Fire Commissioners Meeting, County Rt. 1, Andes, at 5 P.M. Contact Person: Brian Johnson 845-676-3636 email: CatskillElectric@ gmail.com #2 New Ambulance Bid Andes Joint Fire District is taking bids for a New 2019 Ambulance. New 2019 Diesel 4X4 Chassis Dual Rear Wheel Ambulance. Bids to be opened May 13th, 2019 at Fire Commissioners Meeting, County Rt. 1, Andes, at 5 P.M. Contact Person: Brian Johnson 845-676-3636 email: CatskillElectric@ gmail.com
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to Title 5, Chapter 3, Subchapter 3 of the Administrative Code of the City of New York, a public hearing will be held at 22 Reade Street, Spector Hall, Borough of Manhattan on Wednesday May 15, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. on the following: REAL PROPERTY PUBLIC HEARING in the matter of the acquisition by the City of New York of fee simple (Fee) interests, and by the Watershed Agricultural Council of a conservation easement interest on agricultural lands (WAC CE) using funds provided by the City of New York on the following real estate in the County of Delaware for the purposes of providing for the continued supply of water, and for preserving and preventing the contamination or pollution of the New York City water supply system: Town Type Tax Lot ID Acres (+/-) NYC ID 6020 Andes WAC CE p/o 279.-1-23 248.50 5194 Bovina Fee p/o 175.-1-5.2 76.84 8452 Bovina Fee p/o 195.-1-2.41, 195.-1-2.43 & p/o 2.42 75.27 8795 Bovina Fee p/o 153.-1-17.1 197.00 2780 Colchester Fee 321.-1-18.2 28.79 8389 Roxbury Fee 158.-1-11.1 47.00 A copy of the Mayor’s Preliminary Certificates of Adoption and maps of the real estate to be acquired are available for public inspection upon request. Please call (845) 340-7810. Note: This location is accessible to individuals using wheelchairs or other mobility devices. For further information on accessibility or to make a request for accommodations, such as sign language interpretation services, please contact the Mayor’s Office of Contract Services (MOCS) via e-mail at DisabilityAffairs@mocs.nyc.gov or via phone at (212) 788-0010. Any person requiring reasonable accommodation for the public hearing should contact MOCS at least three (3) business days in advance of the hearing to ensure availability. Vincent Sapienza Commissioner
Notice is hereby given that the fiscal affairs of the Andes Central School for the period beginning on July 1, 2015 and ending on September 5, 2018 have been examined by the office of the State Comptroller and that the report of examination prepared by the Office of the State Comptroller has been filed in my office where it is available as a public record for inspection by all interested persons. Pursuant to section thirty-five of the General Municipal Law, the governing board of the Andes Central School may, in its discretion, prepare a written response to the report of examination prepared by the Office of the State Comptroller and file any such response in my office as a public record for inspection by all interested persons not later than August 14, 2019. Robert L. Chakar, Jr., Ed.D. District Clerk Andes Central School PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Bloomville Water District 2018 Water Quality Report is now available. All consumers, who do not receive a report in the mail and would like a copy, can pick one up at the Town Hall, 51702 State Highway 10, Bloomville, NY. Kristin A. Craft Town Clerk NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT ROLL Pursuant to Section 506 & 526 of the Real Property Tax Law. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Assessor of the Town of BOVINA, County of Delaware has completed the Tentative Assessment Roll for the current year and that a copy has been filed at the Bovina Town Hall, where it may be seen and examined by any interested person until the first Tuesday in June (June 4th, 2019). A publication containing procedures for contesting an assessment is available at the Assessor’s Office. The Assessor will be in attendance with the Bovina Tentative Assessment Roll the following days at The Town of Delhi Town Hall at 5 Elm Street, Delhi: Monday, May 20th from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm Tuesday, May 21st from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm Thursday, May 23rd from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm Saturday, May 25th from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm HEARING OF COMPLAINTS The Board of Assessment Review will meet on Tuesday, June 4th, 2019 between the hours of 4 pm and 8 pm at the BOVINA Town Hall, in said Town to hear and examine all complaints in relationship to assessments on the written application, correctly filled out, accompanied with the required data of any person believing himself to be aggrieved. Dated this 1st day of May 2019 D. Joe Gifford, Assessor, Town of BOVINA NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING The 2019 annual meeting of the plot owners of the Hamden Cemetery Association, Inc., will be held on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at 7p.m. At the Covered Bridge Guest House, Back River Rd., Hamden. The annual meeting of the board of trustees and election of officers will be held immediately following the plot owners’ meeting. Liz Bowie, Secretary/Treasurer.
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NOTICE TO BIDDERS REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR DESIGN AND ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR CONSTRUCTION AND ELEVATION ACTIVITIES FOR UP TO SEVEN HOMES IN DELAWARE COUNTY Proposals are due on Friday, May 24th, 2019 before 4:00 pm. The full text of the RFP and response requirements will be available beginning Friday, April 26th, 2019 at: Delaware County Dept. of Planning and Watershed Affairs PO Box 367 1 Page Avenue Delhi, NY 13753 (607) 832-5444 shelly.johnson@ co.delaware.ny.us All communication regarding this RFP must be directed to Shelly Johnson at (607) 832-5444 or shelly. j o h n s o n @ c o . d e l a w a re . ny.us. Proposals will not be accepted after (TIME) on the date of bid opening. NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE GRANTED. Do not remove any pages; all proposals are to be submitted intact. A Letter of Interest with any questions of clarifications concerning this RFP should be submitted via email by 4:00 pm May 8th, 2019. Answers will be circulated no later than May 10th, 2019 via email to all firms who submit a Letter of Interest. Officially issued written addenda from the County shall be the only authorized method for communicating the clarification or modification of the timeline, terms or other requirements within this RFP. SPECIAL NOTE: These project(s) were conceived through the NY Rising Community Reconstruction Program of the Governor’s Office of Storm Recovery and funded through the HUD Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery program. Proposers must comply with any and all funding agency requirements, as well as any other State, County, Town or local government or agency rules and regulations. A goal of 15% for New York State Certified Minority Business and 15% for New York State Certified Women Owned Business has been established for this project. Proposers must demonstrate their good-faith efforts to achieve these goals. Delaware County will not reimburse any individual or firm with any costs associated with the preparation of their proposal. Delaware County encourages minority and women owned businesses to participate in all bids. This RFP is not an offer or a binding commitment to contract on the part of the County. The County retains the right to postpone or cancel the RFP or to refuse all proposals, if the County determines that the best interests of the County will be served thereby. NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT ROLL (Pursuant to Section 506 & 526 of the Real Property Tax Law) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Assessors of the Town of Colchester, County of Delaware have completed the Tentative Assessment Roll for the current year and that a copy has been left at the Town Clerk’s Office at Town Hall, 72 Tannery Road, Downsville, where it may be seen and examined by any interested person during regular business hours, until the fourth Tuesday in May (May 28, 2019). A publication containing procedures for
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contesting an assessment is available at the Assessor’s Office. The Assessors will be in attendance with the Tentative Assessment Roll at Town Hall on the following days: Wed., May 8th from 10 AM to Noon and 6 PM to 8 PM Mon., May 13th from 10 AM to Noon Wed., May 15th from 10 AM to Noon Sat., May 18th from 9 AM to 1 PM Mon., May 20th from 10 AM to Noon Wed., May 22nd from 10 AM to Noon HEARING OF COMPLAINTS The Board of Assessment Review will meet on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 between the hours of 4 PM to 8 PM at Town Hall in said Town to hear and examine all complaints in relation to assessments on the written application, correctly filled out, accompanied with the required data of any person believing himself to be aggrieved. Dated this 1st day of May 2019. GERALD P. MERRILL BETTY N. WATSON LINDA MILLS Assessors, Town of Colchester NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT ROLL Pursuant to Section 506 & 526 of the Real Property Tax Law. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Assessors of the Town of Delhi, County of Delaware have completed the Tentative Assessment Roll for the current year and that a copy has been filed at the Delhi Town Hall, where it may be seen and examined by any interested person until the fourth Tuesday in May (May 28th, 2019). A publication containing procedures for contesting an assessment is available at the Assessor’s Office. The Assessors will be in attendance with the Tentative Assessment Roll at the Delhi Town Hall, the following days: Monday, May 20th from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Tuesday, May 21st from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Wednesday, May 22nd from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Saturday, May 25th from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM HEARING OF COMPLAINTS The Board of Assessment Review will meet on Tuesday May 28th, 2019 between the hours of 1 PM to 4 PM and 7 PM to 9 PM at the Delhi Town Hall, in said Town to hear and examine all complaints in relationship to assessments on the written application, correctly filled out, accompanied with the required data of any person believing himself to be aggrieved. Dated this 1st day of May 2019 Frank Bovee, D. Joe Gifford, James Corcoran, Assessor(s), Town of Delhi. Notice of Completion of Tentative Assessment Roll Pusuant to Section 506 & 526 of the Real Property Tax Law Notice IS HEREBY GIVEN at the Assessor of the Town of Hamden, County of Delaware, has completed the Tentative Assessment Roll for the current year and that a copy has been left at the Hamden Town Hall, where it may be seen and examined by any interested person until the fifth Wednesday in May (May 29th, 2019). A publication containing procedures for contesting an assessment (from RP-524 and RP-524inst.) is available online at: http:www.tax.ny.gov/forms. orpts/assessment_ grievance.htm The Assessor will be in attendance with the Tentative Assessment Roll on the following days: May 16th from 9:00 am 1:00 pm May 21st from 9:00 am 1:00 pm May 23rd from 9:00 am 1:00 pm May 25th from 5:00 pm 9:00 pm HEARING OF COMPLAINTS The Board of Assessment Review will meet on Wednesday, May 29th, 2019, between the hours of 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Hamden Town Hall to hear and examine all complaints in relationship to as-
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sessments on the written application, correctly filled out, accompanied with the required date of any person himself aggrieved. Dated this 1st day of May, 2019 Tina M. Moshier Assessor, Town of Hamden NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT ROLL (Pursuant to section 506 of the Real Property Tax Law) Hearing of Complaints Notice is hereby given that the assessor of the Town of Masonville, County of Delaware has completed the Tentative Assessment Roll for the current year and that a copy has been filed with the Town Clerk at her office where it may be examined by any interested person until the fourth Tuesday in May. The Assessor will be in attendance with the Tentative Assessment Roll on Friday May 17, 2-6 PM, Saturday May 18, 9 AM – 1 PM, Wednesday May 22, 2–6 PM, and Friday May 24, 2-6 PM in the Board Room in the Masonville Town Hall. The Board of Assessment Review will meet on May 28, 2019 between the hours of 4 PM to 8 PM in the Board Room in the Masonville Town Hall to hear and examine all complaints in relation to assessments, on the application of any person believing himself to be aggrieved. A publication is available at the assessor’s office which explains how to file a complaint on your assessment. Dated this 1st day of May, 2019. Linnea Wilson Assessor NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT ROLL (Pursuant to section 506 of the Real Property Tax Law) Hearing of Complaints Notice is hereby given that the assessor of the Town of Sidney, County of Delaware has completed the Tentative Assessment Roll for the current year and that a copy has been filed with the Town Clerk at her office where it may be examined by any interested person until the fourth Tuesday in May. The Assessor will be in attendance with the Tentative Assessment Roll on Thursday May 16, 1-5 PM, Saturday May 18, 1:30-5:30 PM, Monday May 20, 1-5 PM, and Friday May 24, 9 AM – 1 PM in the Assessor’s Office in the Mang building at 44 Grand St. The Board of Assessment Review will meet on Wednesday, May 29, 2019 between the hours of 4 PM to 8 PM in the Board Room in the Mang Building at 44 Grand Street to hear and examine all complaints in relation to assessments, on the application of any person believing himself to be aggrieved. A publication is available at the assessor’s office which explains how to file a complaint on your assessment. Dated this 1st day of May, 2019. Linnea Wilson Assessor NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT ROLL Pursuant to Section 506 & 526 of the Real Property Tax Law. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Assessor of the Town of Tompkins, County of Delaware has complete the Tentative Assessment Roll for the current year and that a copy has been left at the Tompkins Town Hall, where it may be seen and examined by any interested person until the Fourth Tuesday in May (May 28th 2019). A publication containing procedures for contesting an assessment is available at the Assessor’s Office. The Assessor will be in attendance with the Tentative Assessment Roll at The Town of Tompkins Town Hall on the following days: Sunday, May 5th from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM Tuesday, May 7th from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM Saturday, May 11th from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM Tuesday, May 14th from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM HEARING OF COMPLAINTS The Board of Assessment Review will be in Trout
Creek on Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 between the hours of 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Tompkins Town Hall, to hear and examine all complaints in relationship to assessments on the written application, correctly filled out, accompanied with the required data of any person believing himself aggrieved. Dated this 1st day of May 2019 Wendy Layton, Assessor, Town of Tompkins NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT ROLL Pursuant to Section 506 & 526 of the Real Property Tax Law, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Assessor of the Town of Walton, County of Delaware has completed the Tentative Assessment Roll for the current year and that a copy has been left at the Walton Town Hall, 129 North Street, where it may be seen and examined by any interested person until the fourth Tuesday in May. The Assessor will be in attendance with the Tentative Assessment Roll the following days: Tuesday, May 7 1:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. Wednesday, May 8 9:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. Saturday, May 11 9:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. Monday, May 13 4:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. HEARING OF COMPLAINTS The Board of Assessment Review will meet on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 between the 4:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. at the Walton Town Hall, in said Town to hear and examine all complaints in relationship to assessments on the application, of any person believing themselves to be aggrieved. A publication containing procedures for contesting an assessment is available at the Assessor’s Office. Dated this 1st day of May 2019 Fran Zujovic Assessor Town of Walton TOWN PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF WALTON Public Hearing PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Walton Town Planning Board will hold a public hearing, pursuant to Section 276 of the Town Law, on the application of Lodestar Energy for approval of Special Use Permit #201903Z for property located on East River Road, Walton, NY. SAID HEARING will be held on the 20th day of May 2019, at the Walton Town Hall, 129 North Street, Walton, NY at 7:30 p.m., at which time all interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard. By Order of the Planning Board Gale Sheradin, Chairman
Delaware County is accepting sealed bids on the following property: • 38 Franklin Depot Road, Sidney Center • Single family residence • 190 x 150 lot • 4 bedrooms, 2 baths • 2,760 square feet (including basement) • Wood frame on stone and mortar • Built in 1970 **This home contains mold and asbestos which requires extensive remediation.** This house is being sold AS IS. The County makes no representations as to its habitability. Send sealed bids to Delaware County Attorney’s Office, 111 Main Street, Suite 6, Delhi, New York 13753 Sealed bids will be accepted through May 22, 2019. NOTICE TO BIDDERS Request for Proposals for Legal Services The Delaware Academy CSD at Delhi, hereinafter known as the District, will receive proposals at the Business Office located at 2 Sheldon Drive, Delhi NY 13753 until 2:00 p.m. on 05/17/2019 for Legal Services to be provided for a five year period commencing on or about 7/1/2019. For more information, please contact Mr. Carey Shultz at cshultz@delhischools.org, or (607) 7461304. A public hearing will be held Thursday, May 9, 2019, 7 pm at the Trout Creek Town Hall. All are welcome to voice their view regarding the proposed Sub-division. A minor sub-division of property owned by Gary Galley. Property is located at 4081 County Highway 47, Walton, NY.13856. Liber 249-1-13.211. A public hearing will be held Thursday, May 9, 2019, 7 pm at the Trout Creek Town Hall. All are welcome to voice their view regarding the proposed Sub-division. A minor sub-division of property owned by Dominick DiDomenico Property is located on the north and south side of Herrick Hollow Rd. 1.25 miles northeast of Bridge St. Trout Creek, NY 13847 Liber 206-1-11.2 INVITATION TO BID Melissa / Steve Bishop, 39761 St Hwy 10, Delhi NY are seeking bids for a roofed barnyard with additional concrete work, and the installing of an animal trail and walkway to be funded by the Watershed Agricultural Council. Prospective bidders will receive a bid package which contains a bid sheet with instructions to bidders, sample contract, plans and
specifications. Bid packages may be obtained by contacting Elaine Poulin at the Watershed Program Office, 44 West Street, Walton, NY 13856 or by calling 607-865-7090 ext. 209. Prospective bidders must be in attendance for the full group site showing at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at the Melissa / Steve Bishop farmstead. Failure to attend will result in the rejection of your bid. Sealed bids must be clearly marked “Bishop Bid” and will be accepted on behalf of the landowner at the Watershed Agricultural Program Office at 44 West Street, Walton, NY until 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 where they will be publicly opened and read. Small and minority owned businesses are encouraged to apply. The Watershed Agricultural Council, Inc. reserves the right to reject any and all bids. E.O.E. INVITATION TO BID David Holley, 269 Co Hwy 23, Walton NY is seeking bids for a timber/concrete roofed barnyard, roof runoff structure and critical area planting to be funded by the Watershed Agricultural Council. Prospective bidders will receive a bid package which contains a bid sheet with instructions to bidders, sample contract, plans and specifications. Bid packages may be obtained by contacting Elaine Poulin at the Watershed Program Office, 44 West Street, Walton, NY 13856 or by calling 607-865-7090 ext. 209. Prospective bidders must be in attendance for the full group site showing at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at the David Holley farmstead. Failure to attend will result in the rejection of your bid. Sealed bids must be clearly marked “Holley Bid” and will be accepted on behalf of the landowner at the Watershed Agricultural Program Office at 44 West Street, Walton, NY until 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 where they will be publicly opened and read. Small and minority owned businesses are encouraged to apply. The Watershed Agricultural Council, Inc. reserves the right to reject any and all bids. E.O.E. NOTICE The Village of Hobart has an opening for a part time Building Maintenance Aide/ Groundskeeper. The position will be Monday through Friday for 4 hours a day. Applications are available at the Village Clerk’s office located at 80 Cornell Avenue, Hobart, NY 13788. Notice of Qualification of ComportSecure LLC. Authority filed with NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 4/17/19.
Office location: Delaware County. LLC formed in New Jersey (NJ) on 11/30/16. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 28 Liberty St, NY, NY 10005. NJ address of LLC: 78 Orchard St, Ramsey, NJ 07446. Cert. of Formation filed with NJ Secy of State, 33 W. State St, Fl. 5, Trenton, NJ 08608. The name and address of the Reg. Agent is CT Corporation System, 28 Liberty St, NY, NY 10005. Purpose: any lawful activity. INVITATION TO BID Huntersfield Christian Training Center, 248 Hunterfield Road, Prattsville NY is seeking bids for concrete uncovered manure storage, drip trench, water facility and animal trail and walkways (culverts) to be funded by the Watershed Agricultural Council. Prospective bidders will receive a bid package which contains a bid sheet with instructions to bidders, sample contract, plans and specifications. Bid packages may be obtained by contacting Elaine Poulin at the Watershed Program Office, 44 West Street, Walton, NY 13856 or by calling 607-865-7090 ext. 209. Prospective bidders must be in attendance for the full group site showing at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at the Huntersfield Christian Training Center. Failure to attend will result in the rejection of your bid. Sealed bids must be clearly marked “Huntersfield Bid” and will be accepted on behalf of the landowner at the Watershed Agricultural Program Office at 44 West Street, Walton, NY until 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 where they will be publicly opened and read. Small and minority owned businesses are encouraged to apply. The Watershed Agricultural Council, Inc. reserves the right to reject any and all bids. E.O.E. LEGAL NOTICE BIDS ON DRY FLOCCULENT STAFLOC 6639 OR SIMILAR (55 LBS) THE VILLAGE OF SIDNEY will receive sealed bids for Dry Flocculent delivered to the Village of Sidney. The quantities of material to be furnished are estimated to be 16-20, 55lbs bags of Dry Flocculent for the period of June 1, 2019 to May 31, 2020, but the Village does not guarantee the purchase of this quantity. Specifications are available at the office of the Village Clerk. Sealed bids, on forms provided by the Village, will be received until 11 :00 A.M., Monday, May 10, 2019, at the Sidney Civic Center, 21 Liberty Street, Sidney, New York 13838. The Village reserves the
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right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informalities of the bids. Dated: May I, 2019 Sheena Dorsey Clerk-Treasurer LEGAL NOTICE BIDS ON FERRIC CHLORIDE UN2582 (40% Solution) THE VILLAGE OF SIDNEY will receive sealed bids for Ferric Chloride solution (40% solution) delivered to the Village of Sidney. The
quantities of material to be furnished are estimated to be 9000 gallons of Ferric Chloride for the period of June 1, 2019 to May 31, 2020, but the Village does not guarantee the purchase of this quantity. Specifications are available at the office of the Village Clerk. Sealed bids, on forms provided by the Village, will be received until 11 :00 A.M., Monday, May 10, 2019, at the Sidney Civic Center, 21 Liberty Street, Sidney, New York 13838. The Village reserves the right to reject any or all bids
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or to waive any informalities of the bids. Dated: May 1, 2019 Sheena Dorsey Clerk-Treasurer LEGAL NOTICE BID FOR GASOLINE AND DIESEL FUELS SEALED BIDS will be received by the Village of Sidney, Sidney Civic Center, 21 Liberty Street, Sidney, New York 13838 until 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, May 10, 2019, for furnishing by self-
service dispensing unleaded gasoline and diesel fuel to the Village of Sidney for use in vehicles and equipment of the Village of Sidney as follows: Unleaded Regular Gasoline - 13,000 gallons estimated Unleaded Plus Gasoline 2,000 gallons estimated Unleaded Super Gasoline 20 gallons estimated Diesel Fuel - 8,000 gallons estimated Kerosene for Diesel Blend - 1,000 gallons estimated Bids shall be submitted on forms provided by the Village. Information for bid-
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Beautiful & peaceful location for building a home or a place to come & relax. This 2-ac parcel already has a driveway & elec. If you like the outdoors, the smell of fresh air & camping, you will love this property. The 2 camping trailers will stay as part of this sale. #120746
Immaculate 2-bdrm, 2-bth home on 5.1 acs w/newly updated & spacious kit, lrg LR w/huge stone firepl & very lrg enc porch & deck great for entertaining w/some of the best mtn views in the Catskills. Private w/gardens & spacious lawn. #120864
ASKING: $19,900
ASKING: $229,000 SIDNEY, NY
60.50 acs of nice laying land w/ mixture of woods & meadows. Nice views & several bldg sites. Approx 2,000 ft of rd frontage. Surveyed. #118159
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ders and bid forms can be obtained at the office of the Village Clerk. Bids will be for the period of June 1, 2019 to May 31, 2020. The Village reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Dated: May 1, 2019 Sheena N. Dorsey Clerk-Treasurer LEGAL NOTICE PROPANE SEALED BIDS will be received by the Village of Sidney, Sidney Civic Center, 21 Liberty Street, Sidney, New York 13838 until 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, May 10, 2019, for furnishing by selfservice dispensing unleaded gasoline and diesel fuel to the Village of Sidney for use in vehicles and equipment of the Village of Sidney as follows: Propane27000.0 QUANTITIES Bids shall be submitted on forms provided by the Village. Information for bidders and bid forms can be obtained at the office of the Village Clerk. Bids will be for the period of June 1, 2019 to May 31, 2020. The Village reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Dated: May 1, 2019
Sheena N. Dorsey Clerk-Treasurer LEGAL NOTICE BIDS ON SODIUM FLUORIDE, SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE THE VILLAGE OF SIDNEY will receive sealed bids for Sodium Fluoride, Sodium Hypochlorite (12.5%) solution delivered to the Village of Sidney. The quantities of material to be furnished are estimated to be 3,900 pounds Sodium Fluoride, 7,200 gallons Sodium Hypochlorite for the period of June 1, 2019 to May 31, 2020, but the Village does not guarantee the purchase of this quantity. Specifications are available at the office of the Village Clerk. Sealed bids, on forms provided by the Village, will be received until 11 :00 A.M., Monday, May 10, 2019, at the Sidney Civic Center, 21 Liberty Street, Sidney, New York 13838. The Village reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informalities of the bids. Dated: May 1, 2019 Sheena Dorsey Clerk-Treasurer
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Worship services for the DeLancey, Hamden and West Delhi churches during May will be held in the West Delhi church at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Connie Stone. The DeLancey church will participate in the Sacred Sites open house on Saturday, May 18, run in conjunction with the New York Landmark Conservancy. It gives places of worship the opportunity to welcome people in the community and those interested in church architecture and design throughout the state. The DeLancey church is looking for help to prepare for this day, which will feature an open house from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with refreshments and selfguided tours of the church. To help make this day a success, the church asks members to contribute in any way that they feel comfortable. Some suggestions include volunteering to greet visitors, make refreshments, or provide pictures of the inside or outside of the church to be included in a display. Anyone interested in
Thurston L. Van Loan Thurston L. Van Loan, 88, of Walton, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Home of Delhi. Thurston was born Jan. 14, 1931, in Rock Rift, the son of the late Howard and Florence (Wormuth) Van Loan. He graduated from Walton High School and was co-captain of the 1948 undefeated football team. On Dec. 3, 1955, he married the former Patricia Perkins in Pompton, Pa. She died on July 7, 2014. Thurston was employed by Delaware Telephone Company which was later purchased by ConTel. He started his career as a lineman, became a switchperson, and later was the local manager retiring after 35 years. He later went back to work as a contractor overseeing the burying of fiber optic cable for three years. Thurston was a past member of the Walton Fire Department, an assessor for the town of Walton and was on the Assessor Board of Review for the town of Walton. Services will be held on Friday, May 3, at 1 p.m. at the Christ Episcopal Church, 41 Gardiner Place, Walton, with internment at Walton Cemetery, 55 Fancher Ave, Walton immediately following. Services are under the direction of Courtney Funeral Home, 25 Townsend Street, Walton. Memorial contributions in Thurston’s memory may be made to Christ Episcopal Church, 41 Gardiner Place, Walton, NY 13856.
Conklin and Dale Bryden. She is survived by her mother, Winnie Bryden; children Jeff (Justine) Gorsch of Delhi and Terri (Tara) Gorsch of Charleston, S.C.; grandchildren Elizabeth, Sammy and Caleb; a sister, Jerrian (Tom) Cronin of Keizer, Ore.; sister-in-law Barbara Gorsch; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends and relatives are invited to call on the family from 4-7 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, at the MacArthur Funeral Home, 134 Main Street, Delhi. Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Donna may be made to Delhi American Legion Post #190, 41 Page Avenue, Delhi, NY 13753, to benefit their medical equipment lending program. Visit www.macarthurfh.com to share a condolence with the Gorsch family.
Donna C. Gorsch, 69, of Delhi, passed away suddenly Tuesday morning, April 23, 2019, at Albany Medical Center. Born on Sept. 19, 1949 in Delhi, she was the daughter of the Jake and Winifred Conklin Bryden. Donna was a graduate of Delaware Academy in Delhi. She was married to James K. Gorsch on June 14, 1969, in Delhi, her loving husband of over 43 years until his passing in 2013. Donna was employed for over 20 years as a teacher’s aide at Delaware Academy in Delhi. She was also a childcare provider for many years. Besides her husband James, Donna was predeceased by her father Jake Conklin; stepfather Jake Bryden; and brothers Donald
bags. They all went home happy. Hamden Town Historian Loretta Foster and friends of the Hamden Schoolhouse Museum will host a First Ladies Tea on Saturday, May 11, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hamden Town Hall. Students in costume will portray some First Ladies and tables will display dolls, books, wedding dresses and more. Guests will enjoy finger sandwiches, cookies and tea from fine china. Ladies are encouraged to wear hats. Reservations must be made by calling Loretta Foster: 607-865-7892. Proceeds will go toward the purchase of window coverings for the schoolhouse. There will be a free rabies clinic on Friday, May 3 at Arkville Brookside Veterinary Clinic Hospital from 4 to 6 p.m. There will also be one on Tuesday, May 7 at the Deposit town clerk building from 6 to 8 p.m. Remember to bring a previous vaccination certificate in order to receive a three-year vaccination. May 1 is May Day, a spring tradition dating back to the 1800s and early 1900s where kids hung baskets of flowers on neighbor’ doorknobs, ring the door bell and run away. The Biennial Historical Society Conference, designed for the town
and David Seward; great-nieces and great-nephews Amber (Justin) Davis, Derrick (Dana) Mullineaux and Keenan Hall as well as several great-great nieces and a great-great nephew. Calling hours for friends and family was held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, April 29, at the Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home, 14 Grand Street, Oneonta. A small service was held at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Elliott Oaks. Burial was immediately after the service at the Croton Cemetery in Treadwell. A reception celebrating Valerie’s life was held at the Treadwell Fire House after burial. In lieu of flowers, send donations to Treadwell Fire EMS. Online condolences to the family can be made at www.grummonsfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home, Oneonta.
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The Reporter helping should contact Vicky or Lois Klukkert: 607-746-2454; or Joe Imperi: 607-267-0663. I welcome news from folks. Give me a call: 607-746-6860 or email lshepard@delhitel.net Sympathy is extended to all the family and friends of Donna Gorsch, who passed away on April 23. Donna was a friend to all who knew her. She was loved by all. Florence Grill was happy to have her son-in-law, daughter, and grandson, Wayne, Pam and Franklin Metlicke, join her on Easter Sunday. They all pitched in and cooked a nice dinner and I’m sure the Easter Bunny left Franklin something for his Easter basket. Martha Burczak joined her son and family, Jim and Teresa Burczak, and daughters, Carly and Grace of Delhi, for Easter dinner. The Shepard family had Easter breakfast at the home of Cathy Roloson; attending were Wayne Shepard, Randy Shepard, Linda Shepard, Cindy Mostert, Lynn Schriver and children, Savannah Wake and children, Andrew Hannigan, and Jeremy and Kayla Schriver and children. After breakfast the kids had an Easter egg hunt and were given their Bunny
Valerie A. Miller passed away unexpectedly at her home on April 22, 2019. Valerie grew up in Walton, the daughter of the late Orna (Leigh) and Frederick Seward. Valerie met Mark R. Miller in 1971 and started a family while living in Walton. On Christmas Eve 1974, they were married. Later moving to Franklin, then settling in Meredith near Treadwell where they raised their three boys. Valerie was an activate participant in all of her son’s activities. While tending to her family, Valerie also raised livestock and enjoyed planting flowers and crops in her greenhouse. She often went to work in the woods with Mark. Later in life she enjoyed traveling in the south with her husband, spending time on the beach, sightseeing and making many new friends. She was predeceased by her siblings, Yvonne Hammond, Vivian Bennett, Freddie Seward, Rosie Seward, Larry Seward and her brother-in-law John Hammond. Valerie is survived by her husband, Mark, children Paul (Jill) of Saratoga, Mark (Tammy) of Davenport and Anthony (Melissa) of Delhi; her grandchildren Thomas, Aden, Taylor, Michaela, Elizebeth, Montanna, Alyvia, Lana, Emaly and Matthias and great-granddaughter Maya. She is also survived by her brother Roger (Linda) Seward, sister Robin Cole, and brother-in-law Gary Bennett Sr., nieces and nephews Georgia (Tom) Hall, Tammy Mullineaux, Gary Bennett Jr., Jason Bennett, Jessie, Laura, Jerry
Duane V. Bourn, 51, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2019, surrounded by his family at Penn State Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Pa. He was born on Sept. 12, 1967, in Syracuse, son of Victor and Linda (Fuller) Bourn. He was a longtime employee of Butts Concrete in Masonville and a member of the Masonville Rod & Gun Club. He loved his Harley and his Cummings truck and could often be found working on them in his driveway. Duane is survived by his wife and companion of 12 years, Linda (Tuttle) Bourn; his mother, Linda Bourn; daughter, Ashley Bourn and her fiancé, Austin Van Avery; stepson, David Shampang and his wife, Brenda; grandchildren Kelsea and Layne Shampang; brother, Matthew Bourn and friend Denita Anderson; sister, Kelli Cirigliano and her husband, Scott; special friends Mike and Jennifer Knapp and his family at the Masonville Rod & Gun Club, as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, countless friends and his cats, Harley and Buffy. Duane was predeceased by his father, Victor. There will be a benefit and celebration of Duane Saturday, May 25, at the Masonville Rod & Gun Club beginning at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in his memory may be directed to the Masonville Rod & Gun Club, PO Box 333 Masonville, NY 13804. Share condolences and memories with the family online at www. landersfh.com. Arrangements are under the
and village societies and museums of Delaware County, will be May 4. Presenters to be announced. There will be a roundtable discussion concerning local history and local historical societies. Free admission, though registration is required by May 1. Call 607-746-3849 between 1-4 p.m. Programs sponsored by the Delhi Historical Society are starting. On Saturday, May 4, starting at the Main Street Cannon House at 11 a.m., architectural students will guide a walking tour and describe architectural highlights about structures they have researched. On Tuesday, May 7 from 6:45 to 8 p.m. at the Cannon Free Library, guest speaker Chuck D’Imperio will talk about his book, Upstate Uncovered. If you get outside to clean up the yard, remember the burn ban in effect until May 14. From a 1932 cookbook: Putting out a fat fire: You may never have had the fat in a broiling pan catch fire, but accidents will happen and a fat fire is an obstinate fire. Don’t ever try to put out a fat fire with water. Water and fat will not mix and water will only spread the fire. Don’t lose your head. Keep cool, grab the salt box and throw salt on the fire. Just keep
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Joan LaFever Joan Ann LaFever, 80, formerly of Delhi, died Saturday, April 27, 2019, at Robinson Terrace in Stamford. Joan was born on April 30, 1938, the daughter of the late John and Marguerite (Bush) Bellino. Joan was a licensed beautician. She was the business owner and operator of J. Rae’s Beauty Salon on Main Street in Delhi for many years. Joanie enjoyed living life to the fullest. She was active as a skier and snowmobiler. Joan enjoyed gardening, she was also an amazing shopper, constantly on the lookout for the next best deal or bargain. She was noted for her colorful sense of style, and always seeing the best in others. She loved her family, and enjoyed spending time together. Her “boys,” Mark and Duane, were her greatest source of pride. She is survived by her sons, Mark (Susan) LaFever and Duane (Karen) LaFever; her grandchildren Cody and Cullen LaFever, Kristi (Anthony) Ruffo and Kyle LaFever; and her great-grandchildren, Addison and Aiden Ruffo; her sister Debbie (Tom) Hulse and several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Joan was predeceased by several siblings:
throwing on a handful of salt and the fire will soon go out. My thoughts of the week: On Route 10, the Clark Company is still moving a lot of dirt around, getting ready for a new building; gas prices have been going up again. Is that because summer is coming and people will be traveling? I saw it was $4.79 a gallon in California, so I guess our prices aren’t so bad after all. Lynn Kinch’s joke of the week: A nursery school teacher was delivering a station wagon full of kids home one day when a fire truck zoomed past. Sitting on the front seat of the fire truck was a Dalmatian. The children started to discuss the dogs duties: one child said, “They use him to keep crowds back.” Another said, “No, he’s only for good luck.” The third child brought the discussion to a close by declaring, “They use the dogs to find the fire hydrant.” Senior Moments: You know you’re old when you watch an event on the History Channel and can say you were there. A cute saying: There is nothing higher that I can see than the deep and full understanding and appreciation of the beauty around you.
Rose (Dwight) Brockway, Jack (Vickie) Bellino, Marjorie (Frank) Peck. Joan’s family would like to express their gratitude to the staff at Robinson Terrace in Stamford for their care of Joan during her struggle with Parkinson’s disease. Calling hours will be held from 7-9 p.m. on Friday, May 3 at the MacArthur Funeral Home, 134 Main Street, Delhi. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday at First Presbyterian Church, Clinton Street, Delhi, with the Rev. Connie Stone officiating. Burial will follow at Andes Cemetery. Contributions in lieu of flowers are asked to be made to the Parkinson’s foundation, www.parkinsons.org. April is Parkinson’s Awareness month. Condolences can be left online for the family at www.macarthurfh. com.
Burnell C. Cobane Burnell C. Cobane passed away peacefully on April 9, 2019, in Oxford. A graveside service for Burnell will be held on Friday, May 10, at 11 a.m. at Hamden Cemetery, Hamden. Arrangements are under the direction of Courtney Funeral Home, Walton.
Deborah Lang Deborah H. Lang passed away peacefully on January 16 in Johnson City. A graveside service for Deb will be held at Masonville Cemetery on Pine Hill on Sunday, May 5, at 2 p.m. Arrangements are under the direction of Courtney Funeral Home, Walton.
Laurie Eckert Laurie Sue Eckert passed away peacefully on March 8, in Albany. A graveside service for Laurie will be held at Walton Cemetery on Saturday, May 11, at 11 a.m. Arrangements are under the direction of Courtney Funeral Home, Walton.
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The Delaware Academy Varsity Club athletes of the week are Jillian Lees and Jonathan Hadley. Coach Emilio nominated these two with this to say: “Jill Lees helped lead the girls 4x800 and 4x400 teams to first place finishes at the Sidney MAC meet. She also placed first in the 800m. Jill shows up to practice each day with a positive attitude and ready to work. Jon Hadley was a strong leg on our first place finishing 4x400 and 4x800 teams at that Sidney Mac meet. He also placed second in the 1600m and second in the triple jump. Jon never hesitates to help his team score points.” Congratulations to Jill and Jon on their accomplishments. Keep up the great work. This week’s community volunteers of the week are the volunteers at the Delaware County Relay For Life. The committee is comprised of Lynn Pickett, Ruthie Martanis, Nick Lane, Jeremy Carroll, Tina Hanrahan, Emily Harmer, Lois Klukkert, Vicky Klukkert, Beth O’Brien, Kim Cairns, Polly DellaCrosse, Dawn Turi, Gia Sabatini and Cheryl Crandall. It’s a lot of work to organize a Relay For Life events and these volunteers deserve a lot of credit for the work they do. Despite the frigid temperatures, teams still came out to support the fight against cancer. Kudos to the Kappa Sigma Epsilon fraternity, who once again, gave up another Saturday to help put on another successful event. Thanks to Daniel Cucciarre, who volunteered his time to deejay. Catskill Dance Moves came and performed, and Randy Hulse - A Band of One was there to entertain. Thanks to the team captains and participants who helped to raise $40,000 for the fight against cancer. They are still raising funds, so donate online at www. relayforlife.org/delawarecountyNY. Thanks to everyone who participated in this year’s Relay For Life event. A great job was done by all. The Office for the Aging is looking for volunteers to drive the county’s older residents to non-emergency doctor appointments, hospitals for testing, dentist appointments, etc. Because of volunteer drivers, transportation services are available to many older adults in our county. They make a real difference and we appreciate all that they do. Consider becoming a volunteer driver and make a real difference in someone else’s life. Call Rachel at the Office for the Aging at 607-832-5750 for more information on how to volunteer. Last week’s trivia question: How many hours of service were performed during SUNY Delhi’s Earth Day Community Service Day last Saturday in Delhi? Over 400 hours of community service were completed by about 110 students, 10 faculty and staff, and six community residents helping with fourteen area projects. This week’s trivia question: In
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The Reporter what year did the first milk train leave Delhi on April 25 for New York City on the O&W Railway? “Smacked Heroin Addiction & Recovery in Rural America” - documentary film will be screened Wednesday, May 1, at 4 p.m. at Delaware Academy in Delhi. There will be a panel discussion afterward. This screening is being organized by Senior Mike Paoli for Mental Health Awareness Day. There will also be exhibitors in the gym from 12:45 to 2:45 p.m. displaying local resources. Mike is organizing this event as part of his Eagle Scout Project. Michael has been scouting since age 5, a member of 4-H since age 8, and a camp counselor for scouts and 4-H. Come to the screening and support Mike’s project. Delaware Academy’s Creative Writing Club will host a talent show on Friday, May 3 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. It’s NYS 4-H Forestry Weekend at 4-H Camp Shankitunk, 2420 Arbor Hill Road, Friday, May 3 at 8 a.m. through Sunday, May 5 at 11 a.m. Join youth from across the state for a weekend of forestry activities, games and competition. The three day event is for youth ages 10 and up, staff and volunteers interested in learning more about forests. A team will also be selected to will also be select to represent New York at the 2018 National Forestry Invitational (must be 14-19 for the national event). Cost is $43 per person and includes food, drinks, materials, and cabin lodging. Two chaperones per county get a discounted rate of $30. For more information or to register contact Teresa Adell at tla47@cornell.edu. See several of your Delhi neighbors on stage in Orpheus Theatre’s musical production of Mamma Mia May 3, 4, and 5 in Oneonta. ABBA’s hits will tell the hilarious story of a young woman’s search for her birth father. This sunny, funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago. Over 50 local actors headed up by Delhi resident, Jill Ogden as Donna, the mother of soonto-be-wed Sophie played by Tori Munro. Continuing the tradition of supporting our local students, the orchestra for this show will feature a mix of college and high school student musicians combined with the area’s best professionals, conducted by Timothy Iversen. Curtain times are 7:30 p.m. on Friday, May 3; 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 4; and 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 5. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for senior citizens, and $10 for children under 12, and are available online at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4129140. Birdsong Farm Community Garden will host volunteers orientation with Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) of Delaware County on Thursday, May 2 at 4 p.m. and Friday, May 3 at 10 a.m. at CCE of Delaware County,
34570 State Highway 10, Hamden to get geared up for a productive season working to share the harvest. Before working in the garden, new volunteers must attend a one-hour orientation session at the Hamden office. The session will be offered throughout the season as needed, but to get in from the ground up, plan to attend an April or May session. There is no cost to attend the session, but space is limited so call 607-865-6531 or email ceh27@ cornell.edu to register. SFCU in Delhi will hold a shred day May 4. Bring junk mail, canceled checks, confidential documents, and computer printouts that need to be shredded to SFCU 5 Main Street, between 10 a.m. and noon. The shred truck will be parked next door to the Delaware County Chamber parking lot. This service is free. The Play School Pre-K Program at The United Ministry of Delhi will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a spaghetti dinner on Friday, May 3, serving spaghetti, meatballs, bread, salad and dessert. The cost of the dinner is by donation and will be served from 4:30 to 7 p.m. on Church Street behind the Delaware National Bank. There is elevator access through the parking lot; proceeds will benefit the PreK program. Also available will be a craft for children, a tour of the classroom and pre-registration for next year’s program. Program alumni are being sought and the community is invited to celebrate this milestone. Take an architectural tour of Delhi on Saturday, May 4 at 11 a.m. at the Cannon House, 47 Main Street. SUNY Delhi architectural students have picked several homes and structures in the village to research. With the help of Professor Lisa Tessier, they will lead a walking tour and describe the structures. This program is hosted by the Delhi Historical Society. DHS will host its annual meeting on Tuesday, May 7 at 6:30 p.m. at the Cannon Free Library, 40 Elm Street. Following the election of officers, Chuck D’Imperio will talk about his book, Upstate Uncovered. The book uncovers 100 unique, unusual and overlooked destinations in upstate New York. A lunch and hymn sing will be held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, 565 Andes Road, on May 5 from noon until 1 p.m. and the first Sunday of every month. This month tacos will be served. Call 607-437-9916 for more information. Spring Into Health on Monday, May 6, at the Cardio Club, 17 Elm Street, 6:15 p.m. for a free seminar by Joann Kudrewicz. To RSVP, email JKudrewicz@InvisibleThreadLLC.com or call/text her at 917-969-0545. A grief support group will meet at the Delaware County eCenter, 5 1/2 Main Street, on the first Wednesday of each month - May 1 at 2 p.m. For more information, call Catskill Hospice and Palliative Care, 607-432-5525. John Bramley collection day Saturday, May 11 at the Cannon House from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.
Condolences to the family of Donna Gorsch. She was a great lady and friend to all. Church services for the Hamden, DeLancey and West Delhi churches will be in the West Delhi Church on Sunday, May 5 with Rev. Connie Stone. The senior citizens raised over $300 on their bake sale last Saturday. The next Game Day will be on Monday, May 6 at the Hamden Town Hall at 10 a.m. All are wel-
come. Snacks are provided. Friends of the Hamden Schoolhouse Museum will host a “First Ladies Tea” on Sat, May 11, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Students in costume will portray some of the nation’s First Ladies. There will be displays of dolls, books, vintage doilies, memorabilia, wedding dresses, etc. Guests will eat finger sandwiches, cookies, and tea with linens and china. Ladies are encouraged to wear hats. Tickets are $15 and reservations must be made by calling Loretta Foster at 865-7892. Ten seats are still available. Proceeds will benefit the purchase of window coverings for the Hamden Schoolhouse.
Condolences to Mark Miller and family at the death of Valerie Miller. Treadwell Fire Department held its annual banquet at the Meredith Inn on April 6. President Eric Hunecke began the event with a moment of silence for the passing of Fred Koopman and Gail Bunting. Fire Chief, Tony DeDominicus recognized the Franklin Fire Department members and the Fire Commissioners who were present. Eric Hunecke was presented with a plaque thanking him for his work in the department and community. Terry Huyck, president of the emergency squad, recognized Dave Mooney and Stella Sprague as founding members, those who helped with the pancake breakfast fundraiser and the Franklin EMS for their assistance. Firefighter of the Year award was given to Terry Huyck for his work within both departments. The meal was perfection. Notice of the Treadwell water reservoir being cleaned on May 1. Also the fire hydrants will be flushed on May 8. Franklin Free Library will host a free children’s book week April 29May 5. Stop in. Nancy Barnes, Donna Briggs, Louise Hebbard, Neisha Mitchell and Deb Tuthill will attend the New York State General Federation of Women’s Clubs May 3-5 in Syra-
cuse for the Treadwell Community Improvement Club. Treadwell Fire Department will hold a spaghetti dinner and gun raffle May 4 from 5-7 with gift baskets and other items to be raffled. Tai Chi classes will continue Mondays and Wednesdays in May at 10:30 at the Kellogg Educational and Community Center. The bookmobile will be in town May 7 on Main Street 2:40-3:15. Starting May 9, a walking club will meet at the Franklin Free Library at 8:30. Dates include May 16, 23, 30. Movie night at the Kellogg Educational and Community Center on May 11 at 7 p.m. The Franklin and Treadwell food bank is held on Fridays 1-3 at the Treadwell United Methodist Church. Treadwell Lego Club will be held May 18 at 10:30 at the Kellogg Educational and Community Center. Reminder that the annual Treadwell Memorial Day Parade will be Monday, May 27 at 9 a.m. Anyone wishing to help sort through photos and articles at the Kellogg Educational and Community Center, contact Debbie Tuthill. If you have items to donate or photos we can copy, include that information, too. Treadwell’s 40th community lawn sale day has been changed to June 15 due to schedule issues.
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