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Family in mourning as Gloversville Police identify body as missing Johnstown man
Gloversville Police have identified the body that was found in the Cayadutta Creek as a Johnstown man who had been missing since July. James E. Anderson Sr., 48, was found around 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday near the brush dump. Anderson was last seen alive last summer, and had been reported...
Duanesburg woman charged after assault with a box cutter
New York State Police arrested a Duanesburg woman after they say she assaulted someone with a box cutter on Wednesday. Police charged Tara M. Mariano, 38, with second-degree assault and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon.
Bassett Healthcare Network names new chief of pediatrics
COOPERSTOWN — Dr. Brandon Greene has been named the new chief of pediatrics for Bassett Healthcare Network. Greene joined Bassett in 2022, serving as the director of inpatient pediatrics and practicing as an inpatient pediatric hospitalist. Greene also served as pediatric clerkship director for the Columbia-Bassett Medical School Program, helping to instruct medical students during their clinical rotations in Cooperstown.
Suspect sought in Johnstown gas drive-off
Johnstown Police looking for suspect in gas driveoff. Johnstown Police are looking for a suspect involved in a gas drive-off. Officers are looking for any information that could identify the suspect involved. Contact police at 518-736-4021 with any tips.
West Edmeston Man Facing Animal Abuse Charges
WEST EDMESTON, N.Y. -- A man from West Edmeston is facing animal abuse charges for allegedly starving his dog. The dog's name is Lexi, and she is in the care of the Susquehanna SPCA in Cooperstown. Lexi is emaciated, according to officials at the shelter. The Otsego County Sheriff's Office...
Schoharie limo operator wants appeal fast-tracked by court
The man convicted of manslaughter in the 2018 Schoharie limo crash that killed 20 people is asking that an appeals court give his case priority. Nauman Hussain was found guilty in May 2023 and sentenced to 5 to 15 years in prison for allowing the Ford Excursion stretch limousine to remain on the road – despite knowing that it was in bad condition. The brakes needed to be redone, and the vehicle had not been inspected.
Mike and Whilma Willsey had deep local roots
My father, Warren F. “Mike” Willsey, had deep ancestral roots in the area as did my mother, Whilma Wolford Willsey. I think it is important to recognize this remarkable heritage at the time of his passing. Mike’s ancestors, the Ball and Dietz families, were among the first European...
Finally Fonda Speedway Opens for 73rd Season
FONDA, NY – Ready, set, race. Fonda Speedway, resurfaced during the off-season and delayed by wet conditions through the spring months, gets its 73rd season underway this Saturday, April 27. The Track of Champions fires to life with a program presented by Glover Insurance Agency. 2024 championship battles get...
Baseball Recap: Albany Academy for Boys wins going away against Cobleskill-Richmondville
Albany Academy for Boys put the finishing touches on their third blowout victory of the season on Wednesday. They blew past the Cobleskill-Richmondville Bulldogs 14-4. Winning may never get old, but Albany Academy for Boys sure is getting used to it with their fourth in a row. Manny Santos was...
Students, staff at Washington Street Elementary School in Springfield celebrate Arbor Day
Springfield elementary students celebrated Arbor Day Friday at Washington Street School. The children became their own Johnny Appleseeds and got their hands dirty by helping plant a brand new tree next to the playground. The city’s Forestry Department, along with local tree-planting nonprofit Regreen Springfield partnered with the school for...
Unique approach to education and culture land Middleburgh’s Matt Sloane principal of the year
Middleburgh’s Matt Sloane Named NYS Principal of the Year. Matt Sloane is in his sixth year as the principal of the junior/senior high school at Middleburgh Central School and he’s being recognized for some of the unique ways he has connected with staff and students, while implementing changes to the educational process. Sloane has been named New York State Secondary Principal of the Year. He goes through the learning experience by shadowing students in class and he has developed a more consistent language used by teachers to students. Sloane will receive the award in early May in Saratoga Springs.
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