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DelCo Blood donation locations

When every second counts, blood products can provide lifesaving care. The American Red Cross asks the public to give blood or platelets during Trauma Awareness Month in May to keep hospitals prepared …

Free rabies vaccination clinic in Hancock May 13

A rabies vaccination clinic will be held Monday May 13 from 5:30 -7:30 p.m. at Hancock Town Hall, 661 West Main Street, Hancock.Pre-registration is suggested. It’s the law. Every dog …

Delhi’s Tweed qualifies for NYS Assembly ballot

DELHI - Janet Tweed, a Delhi trustee and physical therapist, has qualified to appear on the ballot for New York State Assembly District 102, which encompasses all of Schoharie and Greene counties, …

Franklin: Pet boarding, grooming facility proposed

FRANKLIN - Franklin Planning Board members heard a proposal for a pet boarding, groomer, and training facility at 95 Stevens Road from Michael Abate on May 2. The building was formerly used as a …

A sweet escape: Campground proposed on Franklin blueberry farm

FRANKLIN - Franklin Planning Board members reviewed plans for a campground proposed by Justin Kamm at Northstar Blueberry Farm, 595 Franklin Heights Road, during their May 2 meeting. Kamm …

Community Foundation accepting inquiries for Walton improvement projects

The Paul G. and Miriam B. Mattern Fund is accepting applications to enrich the cultural life and social wellbeing of residents of the village and town of Walton. Past recipients include: Music on the …
Sports

FRANKLIN - Franklin varsity softball defeated Stamford-Jefferson 19-4 in non-league play, Tuesday, May 7.

SIDNEY - Sidney Sabers varsity softball defeated Bainbridge-Guilford 5-2, Tuesday, May 7. Sidney ended a scoreless first inning with a two-run lead at the top of the second inning, adding …
Vintage Base Ball is a charming pastime that brings joy to the weekends while paying respects to the history of America’s classic game. There are three teams in Delaware County that have …
Varsity boys baseball (5 league games) Gilboa/Windham 5-0 11-2 SKCS 4-1 7-3 Charlotte Valley 2-2 3-8 Jefferson/Stamford 1-3 3-7 Margaretville 1-4 1-5 Roxbury 1-4 …
Academics

Sophia Wakin of Delhi was one of 45 SUNY Oneonta student-athletes inducted into the Chi Alpha Sigma honor society during a ceremony on Wednesday, April 3. She   was also one of 19 SUNY Oneonta …

Livestock Foundation members are pleased to share that the annual Livestock Foundation Agriculture Scholarship applications have opened. Livestock Foundation’s annual agriculture …
DELHI - If you were walking the hallways of Delaware Academy Elementary School in Delhi Thursday, April 25, you might have heard a hearty chorus of students (and teachers) singing at the top of their …
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 …
Arts & Entertainment

Share the Bounty, a free community dinner, will be held Thursday, May 30 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Sacred Heart parish center, 15 Liberty Street in Sidney. The Meal will be hosted by the …

Margaretville is no stranger to disaster; fires and floods have periodically taken a toll on the village, changing its appearance, its makeup and its vibe. The Historical Society of the Town of …
“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 …
Obituaries
Letter to the Editor: Terrorists among us
Hmmm. When I read Carla Nordstrom’s letter in the April 25 edition chiding us for not welcoming the illegals swarming across our …
Robert J. Gorshack
Robert J. Gorshack, 83, of Deposit died Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at Valley View Nursing Home, Norwich. He was born on June 14, 1940 in …
Lillian B. Breen
Lillian B. Breen (Lilly), 92, died peacefully in her home in Delhi on April 4, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was …
Real Estate Transactions
May 1-6, 2024 real estate transaction report.
Outdoor Life
The New Kingston Valley Association sponsored a group hike Saturday, May 4. The hike was organized by Dan and Tanya Pulver of New Kingston and attended by 12 people from towns as far away as Hancock. …
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 …
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 - Darren J. Burrows, 28, Clarks Summit, Pa., was sentenced to a one-year conditional discharge as part of a negotiated plea and sentence agreement in Delaware County Court, Monday, May 6. …
Sidney Police Department Nalya E. Jimenez, 22, Sidney, was arrested April 25 and charged with disorderly conduct. Susan A. Mister, 45, Sidney, was arrested April 25 and charged with …
DELHI - In an effort to raise public awareness and encourage state legislators to enact changes to bail reform, Delaware County Sheriff Craig DuMond discussed a campaign he spearheaded as president …
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 …
Our Community Columns

Looking Back, May 9, 2024

Colchester

Hello friends, what glorious weather we have been having in beautiful Colchester. The migrating birds are making their return to visit bird feeders and excite bird watchers of all ages. Blossoming …

Delhi

Happy Mothers Day this Sunday, May 5. Last week’s trivia question: On April 26 of what year did Steven Dohanos paint Delhi’s Courthouse Square? It was 1951. His painting featuring …

Franklin

Check the May calendar for the Franklin Central School sports program. Franklin Central School Board of Education meets May 9 at 6 p.m., 26 Institute Street. Greater Franklin Food Pantry …

Masonville

Eleanor Roosevelt: “It isn’t enough to talk about peace. One must believe in it. And it isn’t enough to believe in it, one must work at it.”  Good luck to college …
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