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WALTON - We can expect showers and rainy weather beginning Wednesday, Frank says.  
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Video: Walton water system improvements

WALTON - Walton trustees heard water project updates from Delaware Engineering's Bill Brown, Monday, May 6; including plans for water line excavation and a lead pipe survey, among other work.

Colchester receives $91K grant for comp plan update

DOWNSVILLE - The town of Colchester was awarded a $91,000 grant from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to update the town’s comprehensive plan, Supervisor Art …

Bassett Healthcare welcomes K-9

COOPERSTOWN - Bassett Healthcare Network welcomed a new K-9 unit to its security team April 1. Dank, a 17-month-old German shepherd and Belgian Malinois mix, began his duties as the newest member of …

Beta Sigma Phi chapter presents First Lady award

SIDNEY-   The Beta Sigma Phi Preceptor Beta Kappa Chapter held its First Lady of the Year reception Saturday, May 4 at the Sacred Heart Parish Hall. The 2024 honor was presented to Elaine Reed …

Demolished

The former ENA Auto building, located adjacent to Delhi’s Hoyt Park, behind Sunoco/Country Store on Bridge Street/state Route 28, was demolished last week.

Supervisors to fund bridge projects

DELHI - Delaware County supervisors are expected to authorize the Department of Public Works (DPW) to enter into contract for federal and state reimbursements and fund up-front costs of two bridge …
Sports

WALTON - Walton-Downsville varsity softball was defeated by the Oxford Blackhawks, 16-1, Wednesday, May 1. The Blackhawks kept the Warriors scoreless the first two innings, entering the third …

Delhi’s Hoyt Park basketball court has gotten lots of play in recent days. On Thursday, May 2, Costa McLaughlin, 11, joined by Tyler Barnes and John Martinis, both 12, met at the park to shoot …
The Bulldogs Alli Ferrara struck out six batters, had a triple and two RBIs. Oxford’s Lily Marshman struck out three batters.
Varsity boys baseball (5 league games) Gilboa/Windham 4-0 7-2 SKCS 2-1 3-3 Charlotte Valley 2-1 2-5 Margaretville 1-3 1-3 Roxbury 1-3 1-5 Jefferson/Stamford 0-2 1-6 …
Academics

The Walton Central School board of education budget hearing and regular business meeting will be Tuesday, May 7 at 6 p.m. in the board of education room in the O’Neill High School. Regular …

WALTON - Walton Central School eighth grade student Liam Kane was selected as a winner in an art contest through the Fenimore Museum. His artwork was selected by a panel of a judges as a winner in …
MARGARETVILLE - Two dozen parents, staffers and community members turned out Wednesday, April 24, to hear Margaretville Central School officials outline items in a strategic plan adopted by the board …
The SUNY Delhi College Council will meet Tuesday, May 7, at 4:30 p.m. in Bush Hall 131. The meeting is open to faculty, staff, students, and the community.
Arts & Entertainment

“An Enchanting Spring Brunch” will be held Saturday, May 18 at The Butternut Valley Grange Hall, 7 Bloom Street, Gilbertsville. The afternoon event will start at 1 p.m. with brunch …

The Roxbury Arts Group has announced an open call for performers for the 2024 Headwaters Music and Arts Festival. The annual street party features local musicians, artists and performers to …
A new exhibition of fiber art works by Anne Gohorel, Fred Nelson, Maryanne Neuber, Kimberly Whritner and Bobbi Goldman will open Saturday, May 18 at MURAL Art Gallery in Hobart and run through …
Bovina Town Historian Ray LaFever will host a panel discussion about Bovina in the 1940s and 50s Saturday, May 11 at 7 p.m., at the Bovina Community Hall, Bovina Center, 1866 county Highway 6. The …
Obituaries
Doris-Renee Wallace Weiner
Doris-Renee (Wallace) Weiner was born on Aug. 1, 1937. She grew up in Walton, a village of 5,000 residents between Roscoe and Oneonta. …
Darryl Houck
Darryl Houck, 67, of Downsville, passed away in the company of his family on April 26, 2024. Darryl is survived by his children …
Linda M. Shepard
Linda M. Shepard, 87, of DeLancey, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024, at her cherished home in DeLancey. …
Real Estate Transactions
April 24-30, 2024 real estate transaction report.
Outdoor Life
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced a new online resource both for new hunters and organizations offering mentored hunting opportunities. This tool will …
Trout fishing in Delaware County is not just a pastime - it’s a tradition steeped in history and lore. Flyfishing was birthed in the Catskills and the famed Beaver Kill, Willowemoc and east and …
The Upper Delaware River watershed is an important part of the long and storied history of trout fishing heritage in the Catskills and includes great angling waters like the East Branch, West Branch, …
Opinion
At its last meeting, Delaware County Planning Board recommend that members of the Franklin Town Planning Board further consider their draft of regulations on short-term rentals.   However …
I was overwhelmed reading about the incredible generosity of the residents of Bovina who raised $22,000 to purchase a mechanical CPR compression device ( The Reporter 4/18/24). I do wish, however, …
Letters to the editor
Hmm when I read about people going to the southern border and complaining about the people crossing it, I wonder where their own family came from? I can’t imagine that Sheriff Dumond’s …
Last fall I heard about a professional athlete who sustained an ankle injury while playing on artificial turf. There was speculation that his footwear contributed to his injury. I don’t have …
Police
DELHI - Delaware County supervisors will adopt a resolution Wednesday, May 8, recognizing police officers throughout the county for Police Officers’ Week, May 12 - 18. Annually, May 15 …
DELHI - A Kortright couple, Kayla Martin and Nathan Stewart , both 41, appeared in Delaware County Court, Monday, April 29, requesting their guns be returned after withdrawing simultaneously-filed …
Delaware County Sheriff’s Office Austin Davis, 34, Unadilla, was arrested April 19 and charged with third-degree aggravated unlicensed operator and speed in zone. Davis was issued a …
DELHI - A Kortright couple, Kayla Martin and Nathan Stewart , both 41, appeared in Delaware County Court, Monday, April 29, requesting their guns be returned after withdrawing simultaneously-filed …
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Walton

First Friday American Legion Auxiliary dinner May 3: meatloaf, mashed potatoes, gravy, veggies, coleslaw and desserts for just $12. Serving from 5 p.m. until sold out. Call 607-865-8094 for takeouts. …

Sidney-Unadilla

Sidney Rotary Club will have its annual fundraiser for giving gift certificates to purchase flowers for Mother’s Day. Club members are selling certificates for shopping at S & S Landscaping …

Franklin

First Thursday dinner featuring pulled pork sliders May 2, from 5-7 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 307 Main Street. St. Paul’s continues to offer a monthly community dinner on the …

Delhi

Don’t forget that Bob Giambalvo is starting a walking club to build community spirit, health, and fun. If you are interested in joining the first meeting is Saturday, May 4 at 9 a.m. starting …
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