P.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-29-24
The 2024 Otsego County Fair is set to take place July 30 to August 4. spokesperson Lisa Jackson told WCDO News that there are many new vendors & attractions this year:
(Lisa Jackson 7-11-24)
More Information is available at their website: otsegocountyfair.org or on their Facebook page.
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The annual Afton Arts & Crafts Festival will be held August 24th & 25th right on Main Street in Afton, Greater Afton Chamber of Commerce Spokesperson Judy Hinman told WCDO News that applications for area artists & crafters who want to participate are easily available:
(Judy Hinman 7-29-24)
The deadline to participate as a vendor is August 9th, More information is also available at aftonartsandcraftsfestival.com
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Assemblyman Joe Angelino announced that the town and village of Sherburne and the town of Columbus have received $6.9 million in funding through the ConnectALL Municipal Infrastructure Grant Program. This funding will be used to help expand high-quality broadband to more people in the community.
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The State DEC is encouraging New Yorkers to participate in the State’s annual survey for wild turkeys this summer. Throughout August, participants can record observed dates, locations, sex, and ages of wild turkeys by using an online form at dec.ny.gov.
A.M. NEWS MONDAY 7-29-24
Long Time Area State Senator Jim Seward passed Away at the age of 72 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Seward served in the State Senate from 1987 to 2020. Funeral arrangements will be announced shortly.
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Oneonta Police Department reported that 14 year old Damian Barton, who was reported missing last week, has been located. Barton was reported missing in the Town of Oneonta last Wednesday evening.
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2 more tornado confirmations have been listed in New York State in July. The latest touched down on July 24th in Oswego County and Fulton County, according to the National Weather Service. There have now been 22 tornadoes in New York this month
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