T Tri-Town T ews www.tritownnews.com VOL. 152 - NO. 32 NSidney, new York — friday, August 10, 2018 suggested price 75¢ Franklin Stage Company Ag Know-How Takes Root Roaring ‘20s Return to Presents ‘Doubt’ After Sidney Students Gilbertsville Saturday Page 5 Tour Local Farms Page 9 Page 8 Unatego BOE Votes in Ag Startup; Kills Kildonan Bid for Otego Elementary By Allison Collins school building in Otego. demand for the crops that we In addition to the indoor grow.” Dutcher noted that Ag- OTEGO – Roughly 65 peo- agriculture operation, AgZeit Zeit’s first crops will be a va- ple attended a two-hour Unat- envisions residential living riety of leafy greens. ego Board of Education meet- spaces for recently separated The district’s fourth pro- ing Monday to hear members military veterans, a training posal, submitted by construc- decide the fate of the former center for veterans and other tion management firm Two Otego Elementary building. adult learners, a rural health Plus Four, was withdrawn In a four-to-two vote, board center and a year-round farm- three days before the vote. members determined sale of ers’ market. According to posts made to the building would go to Ag- They anticipate an initial the district website and social Zeit, an Endicott-based indoor investment of over $3.7 mil- media, the firm cited “other organic farming startup, over lion and a total five-year in- obligations” via written cor- the dyslexia school, Kildonan. vestment … of $55.6 million.” respondence as its reason for Board members Byron AgZeit CEO and founder withdrawing. Two Plus Four’s McMichael, Cindy O’Hara, James Dutcher said Wednes- proposal was for affordable President James Salisbury day that he was “extremely senior housing, an option sev- and David Clapper voted in thrilled” with the board’s eral members of the board la- favor of AgZeit, while Rich- decision. mented as a “first choice” for ard Downey and Ken Olsen “We’re excited for the op- the district. suported Kildonan. Board portunity,” he said, “and look- The board’s vote followed member Jay McDermott was ing forward to making things a 35-minute public comment district, while AgZeit’s En- school students couldn’t ben- AgZeit proponents said sale not present. a success in Otsego County.” portion, during which mem- From left, Unatego Superintendent Dr. David Richards, board members Cindy AgZeit’s proposal included Dutcher said the public’s bers of the audience voiced O’Hara and Ken Olsen and clerk Joan French hear commentary from Kimberly a purchase price of $300,000 concerns with AgZeit’s rela- contrasting opinions of the More during Monday’s meeting. More represented the Leatherstocking Dyslexia for the building, previously tive newness are “totally two proposals. Board mem- Center, would-be partner of Kildonan School. appraised at $250,000. A third understandable.” bers, too, pointed out “weak- proposal from LPP Manage- “None of the proposals nesses” inherent to both ment in South New Berlin were without their respective proposals. A memorandum, went largely undiscussed. risks,” he said. “However, in signed by 72 Otego residents In a post made Tuesday, regards to what we do, I can in favor of AgZeit, was read at dicott site has only been op- efit from Kildonan’s services, to a for-profit entity would get the district stated: “AgZeit definitely say … we’ve prov- this time. erational for a year and lacks and questioned the school’s the Otego building back on and ValuAg, LLC plan on ex- en that our indoor growing Those supporting Kildonan credibility. capacity to benefit the wider village tax rolls for the first panding their existing indoor methodology and technology School said the nonprofit Champions of the indoor community. Additionally, time in 87 years. agriculture business, in opera- do work and work extremely showed decades of solvency farming venture said, with- Unatego Contunied tion in Endicott, at the former well and that there is a high and offered “cachet” to the out state accreditation (which is pending), in-district public Page 2 Sidney Law Enforcement Supports Special Olympics with ‘Cops on Top’ Sidney’s Roma ‘Ronnie’ Haag By Allison Collins the Valley Ridge Center for ing to make the fundraiser a Intensive Treatment and four success. had Huge Impact SIDNEY – Members of Special Olympics athletes. “We would just like to SIDNEY – Longtime lessons in the early 1970s, local law enforcement rose Despite the wet weather thank everyone who donated Sidney resident Roma becoming an A.R.I.C.P. early last Friday, in time to and early-morning call time, this year,” he said, “and we “Ronnie” Haag, 87, passed Certified Instructor in 1985. fundraise alongside Special Gorshack said, the event is an are making plans for next year away peacefully on Monday, In 1977, Ronnie was Olympics athletes from 6 to 11 easy one to get behind. already.” July 30, 2018 after a two- approached to join The a.m. at the Sidney Speedway. “How can you say no? It’s Fall training clubs for pro- month battle with cancer. Hospital Board of Trustees. Even Friday’s wet weather for a great cause and it was so spective Special Olympics Roma was born on June 7, Two years later, she became couldn’t put a damper on the much fun,” he said. “It’s not athletes ages 8 and up are 1931 in Flushing, daughter president, an office she groups’ efforts, Sidney Police even work.” forming. of the late Generoso held for 17 years. She had Chief Jan Gorshack said, as Gorshack credited the tri- For information or to do- “George” Petrone and Lilli the distinction of being the the “Cops on Top” initiative town community with help- nate, visit nyso.org. Drews. Following high longest-serving trustee on raised $3,359 locally. school, Ronnie received her the board. Cops on Top, in its seventh associate’s degree in nursing Ronnie had a relentless year, is an offshoot of the Law from Flushing Hospital in passion for helping all young Enforcement Torch Run, be- Queens in 1951. people. She volunteered as a gun in 1981 in Kansas. On June 8, 1952, she leader and senior leader with Members of Sidney law married Raymond C. Haag the Girl Scouts for more Recently, Ronnie was the enforcement have been par- at St. John’s Lutheran than 20 years and was also leading force behind the ticipating in the annual fund- Church in Williston Park, involved in 4-H. In 1985, creation of the Sidney Area raiser since 2016. Last year, Long Island. Their family she helped form the Youth Youth Advocacy Program Gorshack said, at $3,000-plus, moved to Sidney in the Advocate Program, which following the suicide of a Sidney raised the second- summer of 1963. Ronnie led to the creation of the Tri- young girl. She was also highest amount statewide. and Ray shared 61 years Town Boys and Girls Club. responsible for the creation The Sidney Village Police of marriage before he From its inception through of the skateboard park in Department, New York State predeceased her on Dec. 11, its evolution, she remained Sidney. Police at Troop C, Sidney 2013. involved in what became the EMS and volunteers from Together, Ronnie and Ray Tri-Town Youth Club. the community were joined owned Cross Creek Stables. Friday by three residents of Ronnie began teaching ‘Ronnie’ Contunied horsemanship and riding For advertising, call Page 2 Melissa Matthews at 607-208-4064 2013 Chrysler Town & Country van 3.8L 6 cyl, auto trans, f & r AC, cruise, rear entertainment, red, 73717 miles, $11,900 TT 2 — Tri-Town News — Friday, August 10, 2018 Butternut Valley Unatego Contunied Unatego Superintendent Dr. ing the pros and cons right gal hurdles have been cleared, Richards said any sig- David Richards thanked cur- up until the seconds of the AgZeit requires only four nificant updates or changes rent and past board members vote and I know you voted months to get growing. throughout the process will be for their diligence throughout in the best interest of the “As soon as all the legal announced at board meetings the lengthy process, begun community.” considerations are final, based and via the district website with a district-wide facilities Richards said he plans to on past setups, we can be up and Facebook page. study in fall 2015. contact the district’s attorneys and operating within a three- For more information, visit “You really took your immediately to “start the pro- month time frame,” he said. unatego.org. Additionally, mission seriously and up cess of negotiating terms.” “Our retrofitting, outfitting find A“ gZeit” on Facebook or until that first vote, I had “I suspect it will take sev- and hiring is done in three call the facility at 760-7455 to absolutely no idea which eral months from start to fin- months and, within a month schedule a tour. way it was going to go,” he ish,” Richards said. after that, our first crop comes said. “You were consider- Dutcher noted that, once le- up and we’re selling.” Morris, NY Guy Rathbun Park (Behind firehouse) ‘Ronnie’ Contunied Thursday, August 16 Representing the Sidney “She was so strong, so thony T. Forbidussi, Jr. of is extended by the family to 3:00-6:00pm United Way Board of Di- consistent and so thorough,” Thompson, Pennsylvania; Christen Bloom, who pro- Farmers Market ~ Live Music ~ Home cooking rectors, Carol Allen said, Moore said. “I just loved grandchildren, Benjamin vided wonderful nursing “The board … is saddened her.” Raymond Johnson, Mela- care for her grandmother at     Free Admission
   Free Food to learn of the passing of an Ronnie was a woman of nie Anne Barrett, Christen home, and devoted friend

 amazing lady, Roma ‘Ron- deep faith, from which grew Leigh Bloom and Laura Kay Susan Delello for all her sup- nie’ Haag. Ronnie gave self- her love of serving others. Johnson; great-grandchil- port and care for Ronnie’s The Butternut Valley Alliance is a 501(c)(3)non-profit corporation lessly to our community for She was a devoted mem- dren, Alexandra Ellen John- animals. Much apprecia- decades, fighting with all ber of St. Luke’s Lutheran son, Connor Alleric Barrett, tion is also given to Darlene 3.3 x 4 her might for the causes she Church for all her years in Jordan Paul Barrett, Kaelie Faigle (Darlene’s Flower Saturday, believed in – The Hospital, Sidney, teaching Sunday Marie Johnson, Parker Dev- World) for creating beauti- SAVE THIS DATE September Boys and Girls Club (now school, singing in the choir land Johnson, Isaac Thomas ful floral arrangements for the Tri-Town Youth Club), and serving on and chair- Seiler, Christine Anna Seiler Roma’s service with very 15th SAYAP (Sidney Area Youth ing a variety of committees, and Alexia Leigh Bloom; caring personal attention. 9th Annual Advocate Program) and, including the Parish Nurse those she loved and men- Memorial donations may Sidney Center more recently, the council Program. tored; and many friends. be directed to the Tri-Town against drug abuse.” In 1997, Ronnie’s dedi- In addition to her parents, Youth Club, c/o Vincent egins at 1 TRACTOR Allen added: “Ronnie cation to her community siblings and beloved hus- Spruill, 12 Liberty St., Sid- e b 2 N ad oo gave her all to the very end. was recognized when she band Ray, Ronnie was pre- ney, N.Y., 13838. Contribu- ar n PARADE P For details Our goal is to have over 100 Her passing leaves an enor- was honored by the Sidney deceased by her son, Robert tions may also be directed to call: tractors take part in mous hole in our hearts and Chamber of Commerce as Raymond Haag, and great- the family to offset expenses. Tom Hunt meet ou this year’s parade! us r go our community.” its “Citizen of the Years.” granddaughter, Darlene Share condolences and 369-9494 elp al Lynn Roof H ! Dorothy Moore of Sidney, Ronnie lived a life that Elizabeth Johnson. memories online landersfh. 369-9074 100% of all or net proceeds will go who knew Ronnie through deeply affected others; she Roma “Ronnie” Haag will com. Arrangements entrust- Geri Mott towards sponsoring her stable, said her impact will be sorely missed by her be laid to rest at Prospect ed to C.H. Landers Funeral 369-4538 agricultural scholarships and to the benefi t on the community individu- daughter, Dr. Ellen Louise Hill Cemetery in Sidney. Chapel, Sidney. of local agricultural organizations. als will be long lasting. Johnson and husband, An- Special heartfelt gratitude Wedding Anniversary Card Tri-County Seniors to Visit WEEKLY New York State Fair MEAT and CHEESE Shower SIDNEY – The Tri-County own for meals and free to SPECIALS Seniors in Sidney invite area enjoy the fair until 4:00 p.m., and PLATTERS GILBERTSVILLE – Help card to: seniors to join a trip to the when the bus departs for the Laura and Clint Hall celebrate Laura and Clint Hall New York State Fair on Se- return trip. BUY BULK BY THE POUND and $AVE their 65th wedding anniver- PO Box 201 nior Citizens Day, Tuesday, For those who like a little sary on Aug. 22. Wish them Gilbertsville, N.Y., 13776 Aug. 28. nostalgia, The Temptations

FROM THE DELI – congratulations by sending a Seniors 62 and older will will be performing in Chevy Meat & Cheese Platters, including several kinds of enjoy free admission to the Court at 2:00 p.m. Swiss, Cheddar and Yogurt Cheese fair; all others will need to The ticket price includes Miss Linda is Retiring from the provide their own admission the bus ride and a tip for the ticket. A bus will leave from driver. The deadline to regis- Pine Ridge Groceries Sidney Library the McDonald’s parking lot in ter and make payment is Mon- 4086 State Hwy. 206, Bainbridge, NY • 607-967-5926 Sidney at 7:30 a.m., arriving day. Please call Carol at 563- to reminisce with Linda Shea Route 206 West (1¼ mi. from light at Rte. 7) at the fair by 9:30. 8065 to reserve a spot. SIDNEY – After 20 years at and wish her well. Attendees will be on their OPEN: MON.-FRI. 8-5; SAT. 8-4; CLOSED SUNDAYS the Sidney Library, Miss Lin- Refreshments will be pro- MAJOR CREDIT CARDS & FOOD STAMPS ACCEPTED da is retiring! vided by the Friends of the Stop by the children’s area Libraries. on Aug. 24 from 2 to 4 p.m. 16th Annual Teddy Bear’s Picnic Concert is Sunday

ONEONTA – The Oneonta with “Take Me Out to the Ball ‘Family Dollar’ Takes Shape in Community Concert Band, Game,” “The Mosquito’s Pa- conducted by Tom Slavinsky, rade” and “Poison Ivy Rag.” Deadlines Unadilla will present its 16th annual “High School Cadets” by Teddy Bear’s Picnic Concert John Philip Sousa and “The at 3 p.m. Sunday in the upper Bronco Buster March “by Al- for all ads is pavilion of Wilber Park. bert C. Sweet will conclude Performance pieces will the concert. include “The Star Spangled The concert will take place Tuesday @ Banner,” “Youth Triumphant rain or shine. Please feel free Overture,” “Mexicano Mam- to bring one of your own ted- bo,” “Boy Scouts of America” dy bears along to enjoy the 4pm by John Philip Sousa, “Dance music. Attendees will have of the Crickets,” “Pop! Goes a chance to win a teddy bear the Weasel,” “Comic Strip to take home. The teddy bear Suite,” “Children’s March” by will be raffled off in the mid- Edwin Franko Goldman and dle of the concert. cidermillendicott.com more. As always, this concert is In honor of all the county free and open to the public. fairs taking place, the band Donations are accepted to will also play “County Fair” support the band’s operations. by Richard L. Dunham. For more information, call The concert will continue 437-0152.

For billing information, please call our toll free number. Earlier this week, the incoming ‘Family Dollar’ erected its sign in the village at the site of the former Great American. Look for updates in upcoming editions to 1-800-459-6397 find out the store’s anticipated opening. Tri-Town News — Friday, August 10, 2018 — 3 TT Good Old Days JOHN’S SIDNEY Topping the priority list ian, Miss Janet (Jennie) Cor- The formal dedication of 25 YEARS AGO were areas at Division, Gil- nish, who served the village the new Town of Sidney Hos- Aug. 11, 1993 bert and Main streets. from May 1922 to May 1940, pital was scheduled for Aug. The 1993 street-paving pro- through Knapp, whose tenure 15. The Physical Therapy De- SERVICE gram in the village was ex- ended in August 1993. In that The three-story brick struc- • PC Repairs pected to get underway in late partment at The Hospital in span, village patrons knew 10 ture was expected to house up (607) 761-3776 Sidney, in conjunction with • Reasonable Rates August, with several “prime librarians. to 29 patients, not including • Cleaning Service areas” targeted for repair. board-certified orthopedist the 14 bassinets provided for Tri-Town Development, Inc. Dr. Sury Putcha, was pleased BAINBRIDGE new arrivals in the obstetrical • Re-Sale of Sidney, whose bid came in to announce the opening of 25 YEARS AGO section. The facility featured ★ FREE Cleaning w/Repair at $42,522, was contracted the Sidney Orthopedic and Aug. 11, 1993 two four-bed rooms, six two- for the work, beating out two Sports Clinic. Bainbridge began making bed rooms and single rooms. other bidders, J.M. Robertson Anita Grays, interim direc- plans for its inaugural Bain- Construction on the build- Saturday, August 25th from 9am to 3pm tor of rehabilitation at The bridge Sidewalk Day, slated and Fahs Rolston. ing began on July 9, 1942 The Greater Afton Area Chamber of Commerce invites you At the time, the village Hospital, said the clinic would for Sept. 4. but met “difficulties arising to join us as we line the sidewalks in the village of Afton budgeted $41,300 in CHIP provide a valuable service to The concept was to “make through need for priorities with Local Artists, Vendors, Nonprofits, Live Music + more (Consolidated Highway Im- area athletes and other ortho- Main Street in Bainbridge a and lack of materials and pedic patients who otherwise favorite place to shop.” provement Program) funding labor.” this is a free community event for the paving, though vil- would have to travel long dis- Check out the event page on facebook or our website at tances for evaluation, treat- SIDNEY BAINBRIDGE lage officials were hopeful 50 YEARS AGO the actual amount would be ment and rehabilitation. 50 YEARS AGO The clinic was intended Aug. 14, 1968 Aug. 14, 1968 AftonSidewalkDay.com $48,600. Since the capital Construction bids for sponsored in part by 6ZERO7 Advertising Concepts. improvements portion of the for athletes but also geriatric, Fifty-six people attended a adult and pediatric orthopedic the new elementary school hearing on a proposed trailer Email questions to Melissa - [email protected] funding was in litigation then, planned for attachment to the the amount the village would patients. ordinance for the town of Pearl Street School opened in Bainbridge that would license Main St Thanks to receive remained inexact. UNADILLA mid-August, totaling $1.6 mil- Music Tent Rising Star trailer parks and prohibit the located at Productions In addition to CHIP fund- 25 YEARS AGO lion, or $100,000 more than 175 Main, just 2 more weeks til for ing, $53,000 in village mon- location or parking of house Aug. 11, 1993 the architect’s estimate. trailers, except within those In front of sponsoring eys was appropriated. With research completed Seven bids were received the Afton Sidewalk Day our Main St Then-village engineer John licensed parks. Afton Inn Music Tent! for the inscriptions in brass on for general construction, It was explained at the time Woodyshek said, “The village the memorial plaque honor- ranging from $817,900 to is looking at two programs – that the ordinance was “sub- ing longtime Unadilla librar- $679,800. stantially the same as those one for the money we have ian Isabelle Knapp, Shirley Contracts were expected to now and one if we get CHIP. adopted throughout the state Goerlich (friend of Knapp) be awarded after September. by other communities.” If we do the first one and turned to the community for the second doesn’t happen, any additions or corrections. SIDNEY we will still have a finished The plaque would memo- 75 YEARS AGO project.” rialize Unadilla’s first librar- Aug. 12, 1943

Pastor’s Pen

Does Everybody Go To Good and religious deeds are like one who is unclean, and er does not believe stands con- Heaven? positive things in our lives and all our righteous acts are like demned already because he in our communities, but you filthy rags.” has not believed in the name By Pastor Brian Cutting, can’t use those things to save The Bible says that our sin of God’s one and only Son.” Unatego Community Church yourself. must be dealt with before we This is more than just say- These good works do not can come into God’s pres- ing you believe God exists; As a pastor, I notice that one offset all of our ‘bad deeds’ or ence and no amount of good this is a deep faith in who Je- of the most prevalent ideas in what the Bible calls sin. Sin is or religious works are suffi- sus is and what He has done our culture today is the notion basically living as if we are at cient. This means that, from for you and trusting that alone that everyone goes to heaven the center of life rather than a human perspective, we are to save you. If it were possible when they die (or at least most the creator God being our in deep trouble. None of us for us to save ourselves by people do – we don’t want the center. It is rebelling against deserves passage into heaven. our efforts, then Jesus never really ‘bad’ people to be able God by refusing to acknowl- So what hope do we have? would have had to suffer and to go there). Unfortunately, edge him, or by all the ways Fortunately, there is good die on a cross to take the pun- it is a very deceptive lie. We we disobey the commands he news. God has done every- ishment we deserved on our judge most people as suf- has given us. When we choose thing necessary for us to be behalf. God loved us enough ficiently good despite their to break God’s commands and saved in the life, death and to not leave us in our hope- SALE * SALE * SALE flaws.W e think that if there is lie, steal, kill or cut someone resurrection of Jesus Christ. less state but gave us a way to an eternity, most people will down with our words, we are But we can’t trust ourselves be saved. Jesus made it clear go to the good place. rebelling against God’s good or religion to save us, we must “I am the way, and the truth Open Air Shopping Fair at This is a very attractive intentions for our lives and trust Jesus. When we repent and the life. No one comes to idea that I can live my life hurting others. God is perfect- our sins and put complete the Father except through me” the Afton Fairgrounds apart from God and as long as ly holy and righteous and he faith/trust in Jesus, then we (John 14:6). I meet some self-determined cannot allow sin into his pres- can be forgiven for our rebel- When I thought I could standard of “goodness,” then ence (and heaven is, among lion and receive the gift of Je- save myself through my good I will be OK. Other people other wonderful things, the sus’ righteousness and eternal works, I never really knew Sellers Welcome at $15 upon arrival think they can earn eternal presence of God). Our good life. whether I was good enough salvation through good works or religious deeds cannot take Most people know the fa- to make it. When I realize it 8-12 featuring: Usborne Books, Crochet of some kind. For some, it is away or overcome sin and re- mous verse John 3:16, but John is impossible for me to save by Lori, Bath Fitter, Name Brand Clothing church attendance, giving, rit- bellion against God. 3:17, 18 says, “For God did not myself, but that God has pro- uals, service and prayers that God doesn’t have a scale in send his Son (Jesus) into the vided the way in Jesus, I have at $1, Terry’s Toys, Junk Monkey Flea they trust to save them. For heaven that he weighs deeds world to condemn the world, confidence. Market, Jewelry, T-Shirts & more! others, they trust their good on to see if the balance tips but to save the world through deeds or how they treat oth- in your favor. Isaiah 64:6 him. Whoever believes in him Pre-Register Online 48 Hrs in Advance for $5 OFF ers as the basis of salvation. says, “All of us have become is not condemned, but whoev- www.LocalVendorConnection.com Gilbertsville News Chicken BBQ

Clint and Laura Hall will of Bailey, Colorado has been SIDNEY - Wilson’s chick- from 10 a.m. until sold out. mark their 65th wedding anni- spending some time in the vil- en barbeque will be available Proceeds from the sale will versary on Aug. 22. Congratu- lage with family and friends. for purchase on Union Street benefit the Unadilla Center lations can reach them at P.O. Jeff and Megan Halbert, in Sidney Saturday, Aug. 25 United Methodist Church. Box 201, Gilbertsville, N.Y., with daughters Sophie and 13776. Juliette of Allentown, Penn- Mary Jane Schaeffer passed sylvania, were Saturday night ommunity eals way peacefully on Au. 6 at her visitors of his father, Roger. C M home. Robbie (Musson) Corcoran BAINBRIDGE - The Soup Methodist Church on Main St. Kitchen at the Bainbridge All are welcome. Donations United Methodist Church is are accepted but not expected. open Saturdays from 11 a.m. Church News to 1 p.m. Menu for the soup SIDNEY - Share the kitchen is available in the Bounty is having its annual kitchen’s Facebook page. barbeque Aug. 30 from 4:30 - UNADILLA CENTER - as they enjoy outdoor worship 6:30 p.m. at the Sidney United The Unadilla Center United and fellowship. UNADILLA - A week- Methodist Church at 12 Lib- Methodist Church will hold The service will be fol- ly luncheon is served ev- erty Street. its worship service at the lowed by a covered dish ery Thursday at 12:00 p.m. The hosts for this event will Martin Brook Park pavilion brunch. Meat, coffee and ta- at St. Matthews Episcopal be the members from the Sid- Sunday, Aug. 12 at 9 a.m. ble service will be provided. Church. A free will offering is ney United Methodist Church. Members of the congregation Those attending are asked to appreciated. The menu will be hamburg- invite everyone to join them bring a dish to share. ers, hot dogs, corn on the cob, UNADILLA - Breakfast in baked beans, salads, ice cream 101 Secor Rd., Owego Opal & Gold the Basement serves breakfast donated by Huff, watermelon Rings on the first and third Saturday and hot and cold beverages. 607-988-7973 of the month from 9 a.m. to Open Wed.-Sat. 10am-4pm 11 a.m. at the Unadilla United $195 – $995 TT 4 — Tri-Town News — Friday, August 10, 2018 Cemetery Lovers P.O. Box 208, 85 Main St., Suite 1., Sidney, N.Y. 13838 Telephone: (607) 561-3526 • FAX: (607) 563-8999 E-mail: [email protected] Gravestone and Cem- took hundreds of acres to manent damage. of funding are much more dif- etery Threats secure a water supply for fu- www.tritownnews.com I am afraid some of our ficult issues to resolve. By Dale and Tina Utter ture generations. The people small cemeteries may become But what we consider the The Tri-Town News (UPSPS 618-740) is published Fridays displaced by Pepacton and abandoned because of the greatest threat to our grave- for $34 per year in the counties of Broome, Chenango, Delaware Dale and Tina Utter are Cannonsville reservoirs have lack of funds needed to main- stones and cemeteries is care- and Otsego, $32 for e-mail subscriptions and $39 elsewhere by members the of Guilford His- not forgotten that. Many cem- tain them. The increase in the less lawn care. Nationwide, River Valley News Group (SMG08, LLC), P.O. Box 208, torical Society and have an eteries were moved because of number of cremations has de- lawn mowers and weed eat- Sidney, NY 13838. active interest in cemeteries. that action. creased the number of regu- ers are doing untold dam- Periodical postage paid at Sidney, New York. Urban sprawl puts land lar burials. This significantly age. Walk into any cemetery Deadlines: The deadline for submitting items for publication I believe our gravestones value at a premium. When reduces a cemetery’s source with poor care and you will for the current week is Tuesday at 4 p.m. for news items, letters and cemeteries face the great- modern advancement pushes of revenue as they sell fewer see scrape marks across the to the editor, display ads, classified ads and legal notices. est threats in our nation’s forward, often burial grounds burial plots. This hits the stones, gouges and stones Holidays and special sections may require earlier deadlines that history. lose. We recently visited a small cemeteries very hard. hit so hard that they have will be posted. These threats come from defunct cemetery. A nice To make matters worse, some been moved on their founda- POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: all directions. Our country is memorial stands in front of cemeteries are running out of tions. At a minimum, mowers THE TRI-TOWN NEWS more than 400 years old and the school sitting in its place, space for burials. leave permanent scars while P.O. Box 208, Sidney, NY 13838 some of our cemeteries are marking a onetime pioneer With no funds for the other stones are broken or de- (The Sidney Record established 1882. The Sidney Enterprise just as old. Many of our old- burial ground with more than cemetery’s care, it becomes stroyed. Stones that are down established 1895. The Bainbridge News and the Bainbridge est gravestones were quar- 300 interments. abandoned and then the town are run over repeatedly. Republican established 1867. Combined as the Sidney Record ried from sandstone or slate We have visited numerous assumes responsibility. Mu- This is all caused by man and Bainbridge News February 1959.) Continuing the Unadilla and these stones are falling or churches that have destroyed nicipalities are financially and there is no excuse for it. Times (established 1854) October 4, 1967. Continuing the Afton splitting apart at an acceler- cemeteries for the sake of strapped as well. Some towns This damage is permanent Enterprise and Harpursville Budget February 1969. Name ated rate. The delamination of expanding their building do a very good job of taking and will never go away. Zero- changed to Tri-Town News, February 1, 1968. sandstone markers in our area grounds. We would have ex- care of their abandoned cem- turn mowers should not be is a perfect example of that. pected that religious organi- eteries. Other towns do noth- used in a cemetery to mow Allison Collins...... Managing Editor It’s as if they have reached the zations would have had more ing at all, even though state around stones. They are high- Erik Berggren...... Copy Editor end of their life cycle. respect for the dead. law requires upkeep. This law ly maneuverable, but the high Many gravestones are be- A significant threat comes is not enforced, so when com- speeds are just not good. coming unreadable. Part of from simple apathy. I don’t bined with public apathy, the Regardless of what equip- that is the result of poor-qual- think people like to be re- neglect is compounded. You ment is used, just slowing ity stone, but another issue is minded about their mortal- see it all around us down while mowing would years of weathering of soft ity, as death comes much too Some cemeteries are using help tremendously. Weed eat- stones. The Industrial Revolu- quickly, so cemeteries and Roundup around the stones ers should have guards on tion may have thrust society gravestones are the furthest to kill the vegetation and re- them so the line can’t hit the into an advanced age, but the thing from their minds. Un- duce maintenance costs. This stone. pollutants cast into the air that fortunately, this leads to great is an extremely poor practice. Seeing all this damage is returned as acid rain have also neglect. It is not only unsightly, but most discouraging to us when eroded some gravestones be- There are many small without vegetation holding we are trying to help our pre- yond readability. This is espe- family plots or community the soil around the stone, the cious cemeteries so that future cially true of marble. cemeteries throughout our stone will loosen. When this generations can enjoy them as Everyone loves trees in country that are forgotten be- happens, stones fall over com- we do. You can’t make people cemeteries, but they are also cause there are no longer any pletely or start leaning until care, but holding them ac- becoming a threat. Age, dis- relatives in the area that care breakage results. This means countable for the damage they ease and climate change have about their deceased relatives. more stones are down with no do may reverse this trend. taken a toll on our once beau- These burial grounds are sad- funds to fix them. Then they Not all cemeteries are tiful trees. When branches ly disappearing into the land- get run over by lawn mowers, mowed this recklessly. We break off or the whole tree scape or are not accessible to causing further damage. have been in many cemeteries comes down, immeasur- those that do care. Many of the things I have where the care is impeccable able damage is caused to the A huge issue for our cem- mentioned can’t be changed. and easily noted. We will be gravestones. eteries is a lack of funding. The poor quality or soft stone the first to admit that mowing One of the most disgusting Many cemeteries, large and can not be changed. Environ- a cemetery is not an easy job. threats is vandalism. I cannot small, put all their money into mental laws have reduced acid We extend a big thank-you to think of any joy derived by the yearly upkeep. Mowing the rain, but its effects are irre- those who take pride in their desecration of cemeteries and grass and maintaining equip- versible. Laws can be enacted efforts and especially those I think the penalties for this ment is about all they can af- to give people mowing access volunteers who are only re- behavior are way too lenient. ford. There is no money left to to our small neglected family warded with a job well done. An increasing population reset toppled stones or repair cemeteries. Towns could be Your diligence is duly noted strains our world’s resources. broken ones. Nor is there any forced to mow cemeteries they and greatly appreciated. Many years ago, through emi- money to prune or cut down are responsible for. Encroach- nent domain, New York City trees before they cause per- ment by civilization and lack Pancake Listing Summer Suppers

AFTON - The Afton Veter- pancakes, scrambled eggs, ans of Foreign Wars Post 3529 sausage, home fries, coffee UNADILLA – The next cluded with the meal. will host an all-you-can-eat and juice. Otsego County Senior Meal All seniors 60 and older pancake breakfast Saturday, There will be a small served at the Unadilla Neigh- and non-seniors are welcome. Aug. 18 from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. charge for the breakfast and borhood Apartments on Clif- Attendees do not need to be The breakfast will be served proceeds will go to help the ton Street will be served at a resident of the apartments. at the VFW post at 187 Main VFW Post 3529. noon on Wednesday, Aug. 15. Call 369-2787 by Monday, St. Afton, across from the The menu will feature pep- Aug.13 to reserve a spot. NBT building. The breakfast per-pineapple pork, seasoned is open to all and will include rice, squash and tropical cake for dessert. A beverage is in-

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DEPOSIT - Brian Frey will talent in filmmaking on the All are welcome to attend. and New Years off. be the guest speaker at the De- history of the lake and its Refreshments will be served. Any one interested in join- posit Historical Museum, 145 beautiful resorts near Deposit. ing can show up Aug. 21. Second St., Wednesday, Aug. SIDNEY - East Main Deadlines for all ads is Tuesday @ 4pm 15 at 7:30 p.m. OTEGO - The Otego His- Lanes will be offering a free SIDNEY CENTER - Save Frey is the Director of Op- torical Society will meet Aug. week of bowling for any new the Date: Saturday, Sept. 15 erations at WSKG TV and the 20 at the Otego Town Hall, team joining the league. will be the 9th Annual Sidney winner of several documen- 3526 state Highway 7, Otego, Last year the league had Center Tractor Parade in Sid- tary awards on the history at 7 p.m. six teams. Each team got over ney Center. of and the family resorts at The program will be “Get- $100 a bowler in prize money. Oquaga Lake. tysburg History,” presented The league will be starting Attendees will enjoy his by Mark Dye. Sept. 4 and takes Christmas

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DELHI – On Tuesday Aug. investigation of a domestic 8, Delaware County Sheriff’s dispute that occurred in the Deputies arrested 32-year- town of Delhi. Wallace was old Bradley L. Wallace of arraigned in Town of Delhi Delhi on charges of assault Court and remanded to the For advertising, call Melissa Matthews at 607-208-4064 in the third degree, criminal Delaware County Jail in lieu obstruction of breathing or of $500 cash bail or $1,000 blood circulation, and unlaw- secured bond. ful imprisonment in the sec- ond degree. This arrest followed an Letters to the Editor

Tri-Town News — Friday, August 10, 2018 — 5 TT Receive 10 Free Trees By Joining the Arbor Day Foundation in August NEBRASKA CITY, Trees for America campaign. receive The Tree Book, which Day Foundation, 100 Arbor NE – Spruce up your The trees will be shipped, includes information about Ave., Nebraska City, NE landscape by joining the postpaid, between Oct. 15 tree planting and care, and a 68410, by Aug. 31, or join Arbor Day Foundation and Dec. 10, depending on the subscription to Arbor Day, online at arborday.org/august. in August. Everyone who right time for planting in each the Foundation’s bimonthly joins the nonprofit Arbor member’s area. The 6- to 12- publication. Letters to the Editor are appreciated. However, because of space Day Foundation with a $10 inch trees are guaranteed to To receive the free Colorado and subject considerations we are limited in the number of donation will receive 10 free grow or they will be replaced blue spruce trees, send a $10 Colorado blue spruce trees or free of charge. membership contribution to: letters we can publish. All letters must be signed and represent 10 white flowering dogwood New members of the Arbor Ten Free Blue Spruces OR trees through the Foundation’s Day Foundation will also Ten Free Dogwood, Arbor the opinion of the letter writer and not necessarily that of the newspaper. The deadline for submitting a Letter to the Editor is Franklin Stage Company Presents ‘Doubt’ Monday at 5 p.m. of the current week.

FRANKLIN – Franklin students. ers Laura Menzie as Sister glue that holds communities Stage Company, Delaware “When I saw the play on James, a young nun caught together, what is the value of County’s only admission-free Broadway, I walked out feel- between the two adversar- doubt?” professional theater, pres- ing sure Sister Aloysius was ies, and Adara Alston as Mrs. In 2005, “Doubt” received ents John Patrick Shanley’s in the right,” Kline said. Muller, the mother of the boy the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Tony award-winning drama “And when I re-read the play in question. Award. “Time Out New York” “Doubt, A Parable,” this week- again this year, I was equally “Mr. Shanley has crafted a called it “an eloquent and pro- end through Aug. 26 at Chapel sure that Father Flynn was in story that grabs the audience vocative investigation of truth Hall in the village. the right. It’s a testament to from the beginning,” FSC Co- and consequences; a gripping the play’s rich complexity. It Artistic Director Leslie Noble mystery, tightly written.” Directed by Julie Kline, the doesn’t illustrate the idea of said. “Each turn challenges Showtimes are Thursday play explores power dynam- doubt, it takes the audience our assumptions … (and) the through Saturday at 7:30 p.m., ics, faith and uncertainty in through the experience and fact that the play is ‘a par- Saturday at 3:00 p.m. and a taut and masterful unfold- keeps us wrestling with our able’ reinforces that there are Sunday at 5:00 p.m. Admis- ing. Set in a Bronx parochial own uncertainty.” no easy answers and allows sion is free, with donations school in 1964, audiences are The play features FSC space for the audience to draw gratefully accepted. pitched between the school’s Co-Artistic Director Patricia its own conclusions.” There is limited seating, so principal, Sister Aloysius, and Buckley as Sister Aloysius, Part mystery, part clash-of- to reserve or for more infor- Father Flynn, the parish priest Charlie Kevin (last seen as the-Titans, the play asks, “Can mation, visit franlkinstage- she suspects of improper re- Victor in “The Price”) as Fa- we ever know the truth for company.org or call 829-3700. lations with one of his male ther Flynn and FSC newcom- certain?” and “If faith is the White Store Plans Aug. 19 Pie Social

WHITE STORE – A pie church service. The public is is located at the junction of South New Berlin. social will be held on Sunday, invited. state Route 8 and White Store Look for more information Aug. 19 following the 2 p.m. The White Store Church Road, four miles south of in next week’s edition. Keep Your Teeth for a Lifetime BVA’s 10th Annual Summer Harvest Fest Call us Now for an Appointment! has Something for Everyone (607) 656-7676 4 Washington Street MORRIS – The Butternut economic development and rant of Gilbertsville will pre- Ernst and Cabral Gunter. Valley Alliance’s 10th annual cultural heritage of the But- pare and serve free samples Kids can enjoy the Zoomo- Greene, NY Summer Harvest Festival will ternut Creek watershed. of dishes made with locally bile, visiting from the Ross take place from 3-6 p.m. on The festival is held in con- grown vegetables. “Butternut Park Zoo, and a tent full of www.depotdentaldds.com Thursday in Guy Rathbun junction with the weekly Mor- Bucks,” redeemable at the activities. Also, free ice cream Park, Morris. ris Farmers’ Market, which festival, will be given away as will be provided by Get the The mission of the But- features fresh produce, maple door prizes. Scoop. Delta Dental Provider ternut Valley Alliance is to syrup, honey, cheese, baked A lineup of live music will Admission is free and ev- protect and conserve the envi- goods and more. feature Khalil Carney, Ken eryone is invited. ronmental qualities, farming, The Empire House Restau- Held, Sheila Geer and Cheryl Enjoy Band Music & Blueberries Back River Road Friday in Bainbridge BAINBRIDGE – The maybe a circus march; and Gather family and friends, Bainbridge Old Time Band some blues. There will be bring a blanket or lawn chair will present its third concert something for everyone. and come enjoy an evening Sponsored by of the summer from the Vil- The members of First Bap- in the park with music and SATURDAY, AUG. 18 lage Park on the Green at 7 tist Church will offer blueber- sweets. 1328 County Road 39, Bainbridge, NY p.m. Friday. ries in many forms for every- In case of rain, the concert (rain or shine) The play list will include one to enjoy. Come early and and blueberries will move to ALL proceeds many summertime favorites; satisfy your sweet tooth. the Town Hall Theatre. •Newbauer Construction will be Buy Tickets At: •B&W Wine & Liquors donated to Enjoy Free Ice Cream in CASH ONLY •Small Town Perks Bainbridge $25 per team by Aug. 14th $35 per team after Aug. 14th In memory of BAINBRIDGE – The pings to choose from and va- teacher assistants, counselors, Connor Glassett, who was an Bainbridge-Guilford Teach- nilla or chocolate ice cream psychologists, social workers Bags fly at REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE organ donor and saved four lives. ers Association is happy to served up by members of the and nurses in the B-GT dis- Can’t play but would like to still make a return to the pavilion behind BGTA, rain or shine. trict and is proud to support 10:30 am NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINKS donation? Checks can be made payable to: the Bainbridge Town Pool this Come enjoy some sweet the community. Donate Life NYS Questions: 185 Jordan Road, Troy, NY 12180 Friday with free ice-cream sundaes as part of the local Memo: In Memory of Connor Glassett sundaes for all. union’s outreach. The BGTA Call Nikka at 607-967-4123 There will be lots of top- represents teachers, licensed Auto, Home and Business Insurance... and just about everything else.

JR Bogert Gates-Cole For billing information, please call our toll Agent INSURANCE free number: 1-800-459-6397 AUTO BUSINESS HOME LIFE WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. Sidney • 607.563.2171 • [email protected] TT 6 — Tri-Town News — Friday, August 10, 2018 Nichols Funeral Home Obituaries Serving Whitney Point for Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Fu- 3 Generations neral Chapel, Sidney.

For your peace of mind, Glenn A. Stafford News prearrange your ONEONTA – Glenn A. Coverage funeral with us, Stafford, 88, died Aug. 1, 2018. The family would like to knowing we will be here thank the many caregivers for Policy James W. Crawford As your hometown to serve you for years to come. their unconditional devotion Frederick C. Taylor UNADILLA - James W. over the years. newspaper we welcome Binghamton - Frederick Crawford, 79, passed away At Glenn’s request, there The Preplan is a Funeral Trust Administered for the news of your families’or Charles Taylor, 72, passed at his home Tuesday, July 31, will be no services. New York State Funeral Directors Association. away Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2018 2018, following a courageous In lieu of flowers, dona- organization’s activities, at Lourdes Hospital in Bing- battle with cancer. His wife tions in his memory may be events, fundraisers, and Charles Dietrich, Owner hamton. He was born Sept. was at his side. directed to Catskill Area Hos- 22, 1945, son of the late Byron He was the son of Julia Ko- pice, 297 River Street Service honors. Because we have 7323 119th St., Whitney Point, N.Y. 13862 and Myrtle (Graef) Taylor in vacs Crawford Clowens and Road, Suite 1, Oneonta, New a small staff we depend Norwich. Edward L. Crawford. Born in York, 13820. www.nicholsfuneral.com 692-3700 Fred was a resident of Co- Brier Hill, Pa. in 1939, James on you to get informa- lumbus Street SOIRA in moved with his mother to tion and photographs to Binghamton. He attended Bridgeport, Conn. as a young C.B. Lorde Day Hab and en- child. us, although we do pro- The Preplan is a Funeral joyed listening to music and He served in the US Coast vide assistance through eating out. Guard for two years. He then editing. Trust Administered for the Fred is survived by his married Jane Ann Lloyd Ko- New York State Funeral brother, David B. Taylor (Su- rnbrust in December of 1992. We prefer photos and Directors Association. zanne) of Schenectady; sisters, Jim enjoyed fishing and articles sent to e-mail. Gladys E. Smith (Samuel) of hunting. In later years, he Lexington, N.C. and Doris M. loved stopping at garage sales Our e-mail address is For your peace of mind, Tilley of Sidney; and several and going to various casinos ttnews@tritownnews. nieces and nephews. and playing cards with his com. prearrange your funeral with us, friends. He retired as a cor- Special thanks to the staff “In Memoriam” Our weekly deadline knowing we will be here to serve you at Fred’s Columbus Street rections officer from Putnam residence and the staff on 3R County Department of Cor- ads may be is 4 p.m. on Tuesday with for years to come. at Lourdes Hospital for their rections in Carmel. placed by the exception of holiday kindness and care of Fred. He is survived by his wife, calling 607- Friends called Monday, Jane Ann Crawford; daugh- weeks when deadlines Locally Owned & Operated Since 1936 Aug. 6 at C.H. Landers Funer- ter, Dawn (Raymond) Leslie 561-3526 or will be posted. Charles Dietrich al Chapel, Sidney. Funeral ser- of Hughsonville and their e-mailing vices were held at the funeral two daughters, Amanda and advertising@ Please keep your chapel with burial following Amber Leslie; stepdaughter, tritownnews. items short and to the ROOT FUNERAL HOME in Guilford Center Cemetery. Evelyn (Christopher) Cecil of In lieu of flowers, memorial Yorktown Heights and their com point, putting the most 23 N. Chenango St., Greene, NY 13778 donations may be directed to a two daughters, Elise and Mor- important information charity of one’s choice. gan Cecil; a stepson, Peter first in case we need to 656-4212 www.rootfh.com Share condolences online at Kornbrust and his partner, Jay www.landersfh.com. Soodek of Redding, Conn. and shorten your article. Arrangements are entrusted their son, Brendan Gustav; We must give pref- TRACTOR TRAILERS • FLAT BEDS • DUMPS to C.H. Landers Funeral Cha- and sister, Jeanne Rizzoli. erence to dated items, LOG TRUCKS • ROLL-OFFS pel, Sidney. He was predeceased by his parents; a brother, Edward so if your event has al- L. Crawford, II; his previous ready happened or is DON SNOW TRUCKING, INC. wife, Alberta Metta Crawford; 1941 NY ROUTE 7 • HARPURSVILLE, NY 13787 nephew, Edward L. Crawford, more than a week away, III; and brother-in-law, Don- it may be several weeks SAND • GRAVEL • STONE • TOP SOIL • AG LIME ald R. Lloyd. before it is published. If FIREWOOD & SAWDUST • EQUIPMENT HAULING At Jim’s request, there will DUMPSTER SERVICE • STORAGE UNITS be no services and burial will you want to make sure be at the convenience of the your item is in at a spe- DJ’s Cell: 607-343-4692 • Don’s Cell: 607-427-2019 family. cific time, you may want Offi ce: 607-772-9949 or 607-693-8432 • Fax: 607-693-8434 Online condolences may There are no be made at www.wmaddenfh. charges for a paid ad. com. obituaries William Dominick Bate- Arrangements by the West- placed in The number of pages LARGE PUBLIC AUCTION man, Jr. cott-Madden Funeral Home, The Tri-Town we can print each Tuesday, August 21st @ 9am DENVILLE, N.J. - William Unadilla. News. We D. Bateman, Jr., 92, passed week is dependent on Ronald Edward Butts do reserve To be held in our yard at the corners of away Aug. 2, 2018 at Boonton the right to the number of ads we Care Center. BAINBRIDGE - Ronald Rts. 38 & 38B in Newark Valley, NY Edward Butts, 83, of Bain- edit them receive to pay the cost of Bill was born June 12, 1926 to fit our (19 miles west of Binghamton, 8 miles north of Owego bridge, passed away unexpect- in Charleston, S.C., the sixth standards printing and mailing the Exit 64 off I-86) child and only son of William edly at his home Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2018. and request news. If you would like 50+ farm & compact tractors, construction, D. and Grace (Hale) Bateman, that only Sr. He was born January 22, to place an ad please send farm machinery, lawn & garden 1935, son of the late Alton P. obituaries He joined the Navy at the for people information or questions Check website for pictures & listings age of 16, serving four years and Edith (Comstock) Butts in Bainbridge. with local to advertising@ CONSIGNMENTS WELCOME ONLINE BIDDING AVAILABLE in WWII and then recalled connections to serve two more years dur- Ron married Eleanor Mott. tritownnews.com. They were married for 58 be ing the Korean conflict. Bill submitted. We appreciate your Goodrich Auction Service, Inc. worked for many years in the years before she predeceased him in 2014. Our deadline patronage and coop- Newark Valley, NY manufacturing field. After is Monday finally retiring in 1991 from Ron worked for the Borden eration. Thank you for 607-642-3293 Chemical Co. in Bainbridge at 4 p.m. Lydo Precision, he went on to Submit supporting your “home- www.goodrichauctionservice.com his most rewarding position as for 38 years before he retired. He loved to hunt, fish, work obituaries a volunteer at Denville’s St. to ttnews@ town” newspaper. For Clare’s Hospital until failing in his garden and spend time with his family. tritownnews. more information, ONE WEEKEND – health forced him to leave. com or mail In addition to his parents, Ron is survived by three please go to our website, TWO TREASURE FILLED ESTATE SALES daughters, Lynda and Roger them to PO Bill was predeceased by his Box 208, www.tritownnews.com. Sales Conducted by The Green Giraffe • 607-369-3234 son, William David Bateman; Judd of Bainbridge, Donna and Bruce Palmer of Bain- Sidney, NY stepdaughter, Sophie Butts 13838. 4 ELM STREET, GREENE NY Duke; sisters, Lily Bierfisher, bridge and Brenda and Rod August 10th & 11th • 9am – 4pm Grace Jones, Evelyn Reyn- Fahringer of Bainbridge; Wonderful clean quality items for your home, barn primitives, outdoor olds, Ruth Jones and Wylie seven grandchildren; 12 great lounge & chairs, oak dining room set, 7 Piece Wash Basin Set. Brentwood Beckroge; and sister-in-law, grandchildren; sister, Alta rocker w/foot stool, Vintage bikes & sleds, crates, Pennsylvania blanket Sheila Gliha. Ropert of Deposit; and several chests, violins, guitars and mandolin, vintage Barbie and other toys, Survivors include his wife nieces, nephews and cousins. kitchen items, 4 Piece double bed set oak high back head board of 39 years, Blanche (Bunny); He was predeceased by his w/wash stand, night stand & dresser w/mirror (beautiful) and on & on. daughter, Linda (Matt) Mat- brother, Alton; and sisters, For more pics & info, go to estatesales.net and query Greene, NY. tero; stepson, Donald Butts Jr.; Jean Jump, Joan Houck and stepdaughter, Kerensa Leigh Shirley Chapman 259 COUNTY HIGHWAY 8, E. GUILFORD, NY (Rick) Croy; grandchildren, Services will be private August 11th, 9am-4pm • August 12th, 10am-3pm Heather and Justin Croy; and and at the convenience of the Deadlines for all ads is 70’s mod metal fi replace, vintage camp lanterns & yard items, brothers-in-law, Edward and family. redwood furniture, 1960’s Watkins Glen Grand Prix racing John Gliha. In lieu of flowers, memorial memorabilia, garage goodies, snowshoes, clean furniture, Ironstone, Arrangements under the di- donations may be directed to Tuesday @ 4pm Currier & Ives, Lenox dishes, milk cans, jewelry, 80’s ladies clothes, rection of the Norman Dean the American Heart Associa- Singer sewing machine, Southwest décor, kitchen items, linens, just Home For Services. tion at www.heart.org. a house & barn full of unique fi nds! Condolences and memories For more pics & info, go to estatesales.net and query E. Guilford, NY. Private interment will take place in Bainbridge. may be shared online at www. landersfh.com. Tri-Town News — Friday, August 10, 2018 — 7 TT UHS Offers Activities at the Delaware County Fair WALTON - UHS Delaware blood pressure screenings, ployees and enter your name will be introduced to children Valley Hospital will be offer- there will also be free blood into a drawing for an ATV to promote poison safety. All ing several new activities and sugar screenings. To promote helmet. Two helmets (one kids that play the game will services at its booth at the ATV safety, the booth will in- adult size, one child size) will be entered into a drawing for a Delaware County Fair. clude ATV safety handouts. be given away in the drawing. $20 WalMart gift card. In addition to offering free Stop by to talk to DVH em- A new interactive game Breastfeeding Station Returns to the SUNDAY, AUGUST 12TH Delaware County Fair WALTON - The Breast- in a bathroom stall or return feeding Coalition when they Extension of Delaware Coun- feeding Station, in its ninth their car to nurse their child at stop at the station. The station ty and the Delaware County year at the Delaware County the fair. is located on Tweedie Boule- Rural Healthcare Alliance. Fair, has been significantly ap- Moms are welcome to relax vard. and Fairway Street. Di- For additional informa- preciated by nursing mothers. and enjoy a quiet space with rections are available at the tion, contact the CCE Rural The room provides a clean, their babies, fill out a breast- fair secretary’s office. Healthcare Alliance at 865- comfortable and private envi- feeding survey and pick up a The Breastfeeding Station 6531 or email kmg289@cor- ronment to breastfeed babies. packet of information from has been created and support- nell.edu. Moms no longer need to stand the Delaware County Breast- ed by Cornell Cooperative Office for the Aging Announces Funeral Planning Presentation Services DELAWARE COUNTY to the public and all are wel- Delhi Senior Dining Cen- local funeral directors operat- - Recently, Office for the Ag- come to attend. Presentations ter: Monday, Aug. 27 at 10:30 ing in Delaware County and ing mentioned that senior par- will start at 10:30 a.m. at each a.m. their staff for providing these ticipants at the Senior Dining center. The dining centers will Margaretville Senior Din- presentations at the various Centers requested information serve a hot meal from 11:30 ing Center: Wednesday, Aug. dining centers in Delaware on funeral arrangements, pre- a.m. to 12:30 p.m. To make a 29 at 10:30 a.m. County: Paul Decker of Ma- planning and the latest regu- dining reservation, call your Sidney Senior Dining Cen- cArthur Funeral Home, Cal lations and options that exist, local center. ter: Friday, Aug. 24 at 10:30 Courtney of Courtney Funeral including “green” funerals. These presentations are a.m. Home, Jeff Bagley and Rose- This month, the Office for designed to better inform the Walton Senior Dining mary Fisher of C.H. Landers The Professional Golfer’s the Aging has coordinated senior population regarding Center: Thursday, Aug. 30 at Funeral Home and Tom Hynes Association of America presentations at five of its six funeral planning and regula- 10:30 a.m. of Hynes Funeral Home. dining centers on this subject. tions and answer any ques- The Office for the Aging These presentations are open tions regarding funerals. wishes to thank the following AFTON DCHA Plans Historic Herkimer & Erie Canal GOLF CLUB MEMBER P.O. Box 57 • Afton, NY 13730 Cruise Day Trip 607-639-2454 • www.aftongolf.com DELHI - Join the Delaware fest from Promiseland Farm, free time at the local shops at will benefit DCHA’s museum. County Historical Associa- followed by an 18th-century “Gems Along the Mohawk.” Passengers may board tion for a one-day trip to the chocolate-making demonstra- Join the fun Friday, Sept. the motor coach in Delhi or TWILIGHT RATE for historic Herkimer Home, tion. Then board the boat Lil’ 21 and travel by motor coach Oneonta. home of Revolutionary War Diamond for a narrated cruise to these wonderful historic For information or reser- $ hero General Nicholas Her- through two locks on the Erie locations. vations, contact 746-3849 or 25.00 kimer, and a cruise on the Erie Canal. The day will conclude The cost includes bus fare, [email protected]. Reservations 18 Holes & Cart. Canal. at the docks in Herkimer, all admissions, the cruise and are required by Sept. 7. After the tour, enjoy a BBQ where participants can enjoy lunch. A portion of the cost Friday, Saturday, & Sunday after 3pm BELDEN HILL GOLF COURSE Butternut Valley Grangers Meet Monday 1820 NYS Hwy. Rt. 7, Harpursville, NY 13787 Phone: (607) 693-3257 • Hours: Mon-Sun. 7am–10pm GILBERTSVILLE - The dents at 7:30 at the nursing questions about Grange mem- year though June 30, 2019, Butternut Valley Grange of facility across the street. bership should contact Barton was reviewed and adopted by Gilbertsville will hold its A brief business meeting Snedaker, 336-4831; Marlene the membership. monthly meeting at Chase will be held following the per- Brooks, 859-2303; or Barbara Roger Halbert reminded Afton MotorSports Park Community Center in New formance. Beverages for the Hill, 783-2388. members that reservations for 46 East Main St. Berlin on Monday, starting picnic supper will be provided At the last meeting, Don- the Aug. 22 bus trip to Clin- with a summer picnic. by the committee: Bruce and ald Gage was installed for a ton, New Jersey for dinner Afton, NY 13730 Each family is to bring its Helen Ritchey, Lou Rables three-year term on the Execu- and a production of “Nun- own table service and a dish and Theresa Sallazzo and tive Committee. The Grange sense” will close on Monday. RACING EVERY to share on the buffet, which Maryanne Campbell. budget, prepared by the mas- Reservations must be made FRIDAY NIGHT starts at 6:30 p.m. Applications for member- ter, overseer, treasurer and with him before that date at For more information call Ronnie Ford The Butternut Valley Sing- ship will be received at this three members of the Execu- 783-2691. ers will perform for the resi- meeting. Any persons with tive Committee for the fiscal (607) 624-3772 [email protected] Bookmobile Folk Singer Invites Families to ‘Tromp Through the Swamp’ at Terry’s WELLS BRIDGE - The p.m. at the firehouse. For re- Sidney Library Four County Library Sys- newals and requests, call 723- tem Bookmobile for Otsego 8236, ext. 322. SIDNEY – Tom Sieling, an participatory children’s songs, County will be in Wells acclaimed singer and banjo along with lots of reading en- Bridge on Tuesdays, Aug. 21 and drum machine player couragement and fun facts “In Memoriam” Auto Sales and Sept. 18 from 2:10 to 2:30 from Newfield, will perform about area animals. his family-friendly program, For more information, call ads may be (607) 693-1333 “Take a Tromp Through the the library at 563-1200 or visit placed by calling 225 State Hwy. 7, Afton, NY Swamp!” Wednesday at 6:30 sidneylibrary.org. p.m. at the Sidney Memorial All are welcome to attend 607-561-3526 Specializing in: Public Library. this free show, sponsored by Sieling’s show features a the Friends of the Library. or e-mailing Auto Sales Top 10 line-up of humorous, advertising@ Oil Changes tritownnews.com Brakes Tires Deadlines for all article, ad and photo submissions is Tuesday @ 4pm Misc. Repairs & Mini Vans Owner: Terry Dailey TT 8 — Tri-Town News — Friday, August 10, 2018 Ag Know-How Takes Root After Sidney Students Tour Local Farms SIDNEY – About 40 Sid- er on the grounds of Muddy how welcoming each farmer ney-area students in grades River Hops Farm. was to the students. three through six visited sev- Taking a shortcut through One of the group’s lon- eral local farms last month as the brush along the Susque- gest trips was to the Carrot a part of the Farm and Woods hanna, students were met by Barn in Schoharie County. Explorers Camp, one of the Hana and Paul Crognale of The Carrot Barn and Schoha- district’s summer programs. Down Home Acres, a vegeta- rie Valley Farms are owned For two weeks, students ble farm located in Unadilla. by New York Commissioner toured farms; talked to farm- The Crognales led students of Agriculture Richard Ball. ers; picked peas, corn, and on a tour of their vegetable Ball and his daughter cucumbers; planted popcorn; fields, where they were able to Jolynn met students to talk tasted garlic scapes; ate rasp- pick peas and red raspberries. about agriculture, with stu- berries; and learned woods Down Home Acres spe- dents relaying messages to survival skills. cializes in tomatoes, growing Commissioner Ball from Students visited the Bishop more than 50 different kinds, farms visited in or around Farm of Sidney, where they including many heirloom Sidney. met Charlie Bishop (and his varieties. In a visit highlight, stu- dog), to discuss growing Paul and Hana demon- dents helped clean garlic for apples and garlic. Students strated different ways to grow Ball and also planted popcorn learned how apple trees are tomatoes, in the field and in seeds to take back to school. cared for and how new plant- greenhouses. Schoharie Valley Farms ing and pruning techniques Down Home Acres oper- supports the state’s farm-to- influence apple farmers. Stu- ates a Community Supported school movement, seeking to dents also pulled some of Mr. Agriculture (CSA) program, bring fresh, local food and Bishop’s “famous garlic,” sold in addition to selling pro- goods into school cafeterias. at his roadside stand on “Back duce at farmers markets in At the end of the visit, River Road” in front of the New York City. They have students presented Commis- farm. also contributed fresh kale for sioner Ball and Jolynn with Just down the road, students Sidney Elementary’s “Kale a Sidney Farm-to-Table tote received a tour of Muddy Smoothie Day.” bag and apron and received a River Hops Farm in Unadilla, Lori Fisher, who teaches box of carrot cookies from the Students in Sidney’s recent Farm and Woods Explorers Camp prepare to plant popcorn seeds at Schoharie Valley Farms. on a picking and eating tour den educators and teachers at food comes from, but also around the farm, with each Sidney CSD: Ina Ayala, Lori how food is grown, how much participant filling a bag of Fisher and Josh Gray, all of work it takes and how close self-picked veggies to take whom run the Green Thumb so many farms are to the home. Students also leaned Growers Guild during the school,” he said. “The next about and met the dairy cows school year. time students see these veg- and other farm animals. Gray said he believes the etables, they may be on their Covered Bridge Farm Mar- farm visits help build a sense tray in the cafeteria. These ket covers more than 500 of community. visits help to tie our commu- acres of farmland and is fa- “As our cafeterias at Sidney nity together.” mous for its sweet corn, sold seek to procure more food For more information on from an on-site produce mar- from local sources, connec- Sidney programming, visit ket on Covered Bridge Road. tions with local farms and sidneycsd.org. The Farm and Woods Ex- farmers will allow our stu- plorers Camp was led by gar- dents to see not just where

Sidney students pick raspberries at Down Home Acres in Unadilla. where they learned the impor- fourth grade at Sidney and farm bakery. tance of hops in New York leads the school gardening Locally, students also visit- State agricultural history. group, loved getting kids out- ed Covered Bridge Farm Mar- In the eighteenth century, side all day, every day, during ket in Unadilla. There, Derek central New York was consid- the camp. Johnson and his wife, who ered the hops-growing capital. “It’s so wonderful that our run the farm with his brother Students also learned about students can connect with Luke’s family, taught students the resurgent value of hops these farmers and engage many interesting facts about growing in New York com- in fresh-air learning on the how corn grows, noting that munities today. Participants farms, so many of which are each silk string on the tassel enjoyed a picnic lunch over- right under our nose,” she represents one kernel of corn. looking the Susquehanna Riv- said. Fisher was also noted The Johnsons led students Students sample garlic scapes at Bishop’s Farm in Sidney. August 13 Women’s Health Series Event To Focus On Sleep

NORWICH – When we get share her knowledge of the conditions like obstructive launched in May. Her favorite enough, we feel refreshed and topic in a free presentation on sleep apnea cause people aspect of the series, she said, is ready to take on the world. Monday, Aug. 13, at Bohemian to lose the REM cycle of that it encourages discussion, Too little, and it’s harder to Moon, 103 W. Main St. in sleep, where the body gets conversation and the sharing focus or respond quickly. Norwich. An optional buffet to rejuvenate. In the long of ideas and information. And chronic deprivation can and cash bar will be available run, people feel fatigue – “That’s what this is about: cause weight gain, diminish at 6 p.m., with the presentation and we see symptoms like Connecting women with our ability to fight infection and discussion to start at 7 weight gain and even cardiac information that’s relevant and even lead to cardiac p.m. complications.” to them, and giving them the complications. The event is part of UHS Stanton will be joined opportunity to learn from “Sleep affects everything,” Chenango Memorial’s by her colleague, Becky both health care professionals explained MaryLou Stanton, 2018 Women’s Health Yacano, a Respiratory and each other.” BSN, RN, FNP-C. “It’s Series, a series of informed Therapy Supervisor at UHS The 2018 Women’s Health essential for us to stay healthy conversations about women’s Chenango Memorial. Yacano Series will continue on the and function at our best.” health held the second often works with patients second Monday of the month The topic of sleep so Monday of each month. who suffer from sleep apnea, through November. Future interests Stanton, a Family “We’ll discuss a number helping them use CPAP and topics will include joint health, Medicine Nurse Practitioner of topics related to sleep, BiPap machines to manage breast health and diabetes. at UHS Primary Care in including the tests and their condition. For more information, call Sidney, that she has pursued treatments for common While this is Yacano’s first 337-4183 or email melissa_ additional training in Sleep sleep disorders such as sleep time presenting as part of the [email protected]. Medicine. apnea,” she said. series, she has been attending The Norwich native will According to Stanton, the events since the program Tri-Town News — Friday, August 10, 2018 — 9 TT Come One! Come All! To the DMJ TRANSPORTATION End Of Summer Reading 204 COUNTRY ROAD 39 Carnival! OXFORD - Come on down AFTON, NY 13730 to Fort Hill Park, across from the Oxford Memorial Library, on Saturday, Aug. 11, for the 607-821-0124 Oxford Memorial Library’s Annual End of Summer Reading Carnival! From 1 to 4 p.m., enjoy fun games, prizes, food, and other activities. AN AGENCY YOU CAN DEPEND ON There will be a variety of The agency of DMJ Transportation is an independent agency that takes great pride in booths set up by different businesses and organizations, every shipment we move safely and only hire safe drivers. such as Friends Of Rogers, Fidelis and Evolve Fitness. OWNER OPERATORS AND SHIPPING CLIENTS WANTED Deanna from “Hair I am” will be there doing hair braiding If you are a shipping manager or an owner operator looking to work with an agency as well, and volunteers will be with your best interests in mind, then the agency of DMJ Transportation may be a doing face painting. Ron Cain the Magician will be attending good fi t for you. to wow everyone with magic tricks and his balloon animals. WHAT WE OFFER WHAT WE OFFER OUR Also, as a special treat, the OWNER OPERATORS: SHIPPING CLIENTS: Objects) group. The Library Book Sale will be going on in 1. We will treat you with the respect 1. Top notch customer service the Community Room at the you deserve 2. Fair market rates for Library, during the Carnival, and will be on a donation 2. National tire account your shipment basis. Come in to the Library 3. Fuel discounts 3. Updates as requested on while it’s open, between 9 4. Breakdown hotline your shipment a.m. and 1 p.m., before the Carnival, and check out 5. Same day payments on 4. Updates on delays and reasons a book to be added into a delivered loads for delays special drawing. Also, while you are there, check out all 6. No maintenance fund required 5. The right equipment for the music notes that are hung around the Library, signifying 7. Ask for details on orientation your shipment how many books the kids assistance and driver relief fund 6. All trucks are equipped with GPS have read during the summer. The Libraries End of 8. IRP base plate assistance Summer Reading Carnival is made possible with funds For more information, don’t hesitate to call our offi ce or visit our website from the BOOK’s grant, in The agency of DMJ Transportation proudly represents Ace Doran Hauling & Rigging, partnership with Sen. Akshar and the Morrisville State a division of Bennett Motor Express, LLC. Located in the Afton Town Hall Building. Collage, as well as donations from local businesses and Come visit us at the Delaware County Fair • August 13th-18th • Walton, NY Bookmobile from the Four Admission is free. Snacks library patrons. County Library System will from the concession stand If you have any questions, 607-821-0124 • DMJTransportationNY.com be there for people to tour and will be available for $2 or less please call the Library at 843- check out books if they wish. each. Tickets for the Quilt 6146, check out the Oxford Jim Baldwin will be DJ’ing Raffle and Chinese Auction Memorial Library Youth and helping everyone get their will also be for sale. Items Services and the Oxford PREMIER ROOFING grove on, in keeping with the in the raffle and Chinese Memorial Library Facebook Summer Reading Program Auction, are handmade and pages, or go to http:// theme of “Libraries Rock”. or donated by Library patrons oxfordmemoriallibrary.org. and the U.F.O. (Un-Finished & REMODELING 1 (888) ROOF 007 Roaring ‘20s Return to Gilbertsville Saturday WHY YOUR NEIGHBORS CHOSE US ... 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OXFORD – 6 On The GREENE - Join others on after 9 a.m. Square is pleased to welcome Sept. 3 to proudly show off Please contact Maryanne one of the “greats” of the folk your organization, tractor Lord at 434-2679 or world, Richard Shindell, to its or classic car at the annual [email protected] with stage on Saturday, Aug. 11 at Greene Labor Day parade. any questions. 7:30 p.m. Although known The parade starts at 10 a.m., primarily as songwriter, shortly after the hose fights. Shindell takes a more holistic Lineup will be in the view of his career. Producer, Raymond Corp. parking lot writer, singer, guitarist, and interpreter: it all adds up to a life in music. Ace Hardware Sponsors A New York- and Buenos Aires-based songwriter, Services for NBSC Shindell’s songs paint vivid worlds that expand our sense WHITNEY POINT – Ace greatly appreciate the support of what a song can be. From Hardware of Whitney Point of Ace Hardware. a stint at a Zen Buddhist is this month’s sponsor of To support a month of Community in Upstate New Internet/cable service to Internet/cable service to the York, to busking in the Paris Northern Broome Senior senior center, contact Desirae Metro, to studying at Union Community Center, located at Peterson at 692-3405 for Theological Seminary, to SINGER SONGWRITER RICHARD SHINDELL brings his thoughtful music to 6OTS. 10 Strong’s Place. details. New York City’s songwriter Their support has made scene, Shindell’s nomadic life Internet and cable services and work have long explored but he’s a formidable solo He changes words, comes up not for profit, volunteer-based available to the seniors of themes of immanence and performer in his own right. with new musical riffs and community music and arts Northern Broome. transcendence, human love He’s been making records instrumentation groupings. venue located at 6 Lafayette The seniors at the center and divine love, the particular for almost 25 years and has Maybe that’s why the finished Park in downtown Oxford, and the general. risen to the top of the folk- product is as good as it is. presenting live acoustic music. Shindell gained notoriety music world. Best known for Tickets for this show are BC Library Program To Feature in 1997 after he contributed telling deeply human stories available at www.6onthesquare. three songs to Joan Baez’s with his songs, he says he org or at the door. Stories Of Jewish Humor album, Gone from Danger, constantly tinkers with songs. 6 On The Square, Inc. is a

BINGHAMTON - The Horowitz. “It’s a Lie,” by Cruz Outdoors Sponsors Chenango River Paddle With Friends Hungry Ear, celebrating the Sholom Aleichem, is a tale art of the short story, will of two strangers that meet of Rogers present two humorous Jewish on a train and try to have a stories on Aug. 27, at 5:30 p.m. conversation, will be told by SHERBURNE - Join “The Kugelmass Episode,” Gil Choi. Friends of Rogers at 9 a.m. on by Woody Allen, about a For more information, Saturday, Aug. 25, for a scenic college professor that seeks please call the Library at paddle down the Chenango romance with the help of 778-6451​ River from North Norwich to a magician and his magic Norwich. Sponsored by Cruz box, will be read by Andy Outdoors, this river excursion provides a gentle challenge as it weaves between both farm fields and woodland edges. Boaters must be at least BC Library To Offer Program 16 years of age and prior paddling experience is About The Etruscans required, as each participant must be able to control their watercraft. Space is limited on this excursion and advance BINGHAMTON - The of the Etruscans and their reservations are required. Broome Co. Public Library origins from the earliest times Not-yet-member registration will offer a program about the until the Roman conquest. options are: canoe (space Etruscans on Thursday, Aug. Registration is required; for two boaters) $35, kayak 30, at 6 p.m. The presenter, please call the Information Dr. Timothy P. Bridgman, Desk at 778-6451.​ $30, and personal vessel $20. Member registration will focus on the history options are: canoe (space for two boaters) $30, kayak $25, and personal vessel $15. The meet-up location for the excursion is the main parking lot at Rogers Center on Rt. 80 Deadlines for all ads is in Sherburne. To register, call (607) 674- BOATING ENTHUSIASTS enjoy an excursion during a recent program with Friends of Rogers. 4733 or email sr.educator@ Tuesday @ 4pm Photo courtesy Friends of Rogers FriendsofRogers.org.

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Attention SubScriberS All Circulation Payments and changes will take effect the following publication date Deadlines for all ads is Tuesday @ 4pm upon receipt TT 12 — Tri-Town News — Friday, August 10, 2018 Grand Opening For National Comedy Center In BUY IT • SELL IT • FIND IT Jamestown

JAMESTOWN - The new Gateway Train Station, makes more. Visitors will leave the National Comedy Center, up the total 37,000 square feet museum with a profound the first non-profit cultural of exhibit space. appreciation for comedy icons institution and visitor The exclusive collections and innovators, as well as lassifi eds experience dedicated to and more than 50 immersive the tremendous influence of C comedy, is officially open in world class exhibits focus on humor on how we think, live Help Wanted legal legal Jamestown, Chautauqua Co. everything from late night and laugh. The Bainbridge-Guilford The $50 million state-of- comedy to slap stick, and The National Comedy CSD is currently accepting TO ALL QUALIFIED EN- PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the-art museum is dedicated humor as a powerful means Center is supported by over applications for a 1:1 Teacher ROLLED DEMOCRATS Of that there has been introduced to telling the vital story of for social activism. Visitors $14 million in resources Aide in the Guilford Elemen- the Town of Bainbridge: before the Board of Trustees comedy in America, and are taken on an interactive from the state, including $4.4 tary School. Duties include There will be a democratic of the Village of Sidney, New celebrates comedy’s great journey through comedy million awarded through a providing individual class- caucus on Wednesday, August York on July 30, 2018 Local minds and unique voices, history, from early vaudeville competitive, community- room support for a Pre-K 15th at 7:00 PM in the Bain- Law No. 1-2018. from Charlie Chaplin to Dave acts to the latest viral memes. driven process with the Student through the 2018-19 bridge Town Hall, 15 North A Local Law Amending Chappelle. The National Cutting edge personalization Western New York Regional school year or until no longer Main Street, Bainbridge, NY Chapter 210 entitled “Water Comedy Center is presenting technology is used to create a Economic Development needed. Interested candidates for the purpose of nominating Law of the Village of Sidney, a weeklong celebration of humor profile that is embedded Council; an additional $5 may contact Linda Maynard at candidates for the next ensu- New York.” comedy performances and onto a radio-frequency ID million through the Buffalo 895-6704. The Civil Service ing General Election. Said proposed Local Law dialogues to commemorate wristband for each visitor. Billion II initiative; $5 million Application can be obtained At this time, there are two provides new procedures for the grand opening, which This allows for customization via New Markets Tax Credit from the BGCSD website Town Councilman seats up for meter requirements/installa- coincides with the annual of the exhibit experiences, and Program; and other state or by contacting the District election. tion for each water hookup Lucille Ball Comedy Festival, encourages reflection on, and sources. It is expected to Business Office at 967-6335. Dated July 30, 2018 with the Village of Sidney featuring more than 50 events education in, one’s own sense attract more than 114,000 Application deadline is Au- Deborah Hromada, Water System. including appearances by of humor. It is one of the most visitors each year and give a gust 17, 2018 or until filled. Democratic Please take further notice comedy greats such as Amy technologically advanced $23 million boost to the local 8-10(1w)b Committeeperson that a public hearing will be Schumer, Lewis Black, Lily attractions of its kind, and economy annually, while also 8-10(2w)b held on the aforesaid proposed Tomlin, Fran Drescher, W. also touts a cash bar, and sparking further economic Help Wanted Local Law before the Board Kamau Bell and original a Blue Room — where the development and helping of Trustees of the Village of “Saturday Night Live” cast more adult rated or off-color to improve the economic BAINBRIDGE – Great legal Sidney, New York at 7:00 p.m. part-time job opportunity! members Dan Aykroyd and comedy can be found. environment in the region. on Monday, Aug. 20, at which Laraine Newman. There are also personal The National Comedy Center Substitute bus drivers needed NOTICE OF FORMA- time all interested persons Construction of the archives on display from is anticipated to support for Bainbridge-Guilford CSD. TION OF W 75 DBM LLC will be heard. project includes a new 6,000 people including Lenny over 200 jobs and generate CDL B with passenger and Articles of Organization Dated: Aug. 10, 2018 square-foot building, which, Bruce, Rodney Dangerfield, $6.5 million in wages school bus endorsements re- were filed with the Sec. of Sheena N. Dorsey combined with the renovation the Marx Brothers, Charlie annually across Chautauqua, quired, but will train correct State (SSNY) on 08/02/18. Village Clerk and adaptive reuse of two Chaplin, Jerry Lewis, Joan Cattaraugus and Erie counties. individuals. Location: Delaware County. Village of Sidney historic buildings, including Rivers, Phyllis Diller, Jerry $24.05/hour to start. The SSNY has been desig- 8-17(1w) b the historic Jamestown Seinfeld, George Carlin and Pre-employment drug test nated as agent of LLC upon required. whom process against it may Contact Transportation be served. SSNY shall mail a For rent Dept. at 967-6324. copy of process to: W 75 DBM 8-17(2w)b LLC, 5 REMSEN AVE STE THE COUNTRY MOTEL Ironworkers Recruit Apprentices 1, MONSEY, NY 10952. Pur- - Rt. 7, Sidney, offers clean Help Wanted pose: For any lawful purpose. and comfortable extended stay ROCHESTER - The Joint ironworker, which may driver’s license and Social 9-14(6w)b rooms at reasonable rates. All Apprenticeship and Training include: Security card if accepted into SIDNEY – The Village of rooms have microwaves and Committee for Ironworkers, Working at heights, on or the program. Sidney, NY is looking for an refrigerators. Sorry no pets. Local Union #33, will conduct off of ladders, with materials Must have reliable legal Call 563-1035. 10-15tfc Assistant Operator for their a recruitment from Sept. 4, and tools. transportation to and from Waste Water Treatment Plant. 2018 through Aug. 6, 2019 Walking, climbing, various job sites and related The position consists of Assis- NOTICE OF MEETING WANTED TO BUY for ten ironworker (outside) bending, reaching, lifting, and instruction classes. The tant Operator Type 2A Plant NOTICE IS HEREBY apprentices. carrying. union’s jurisdiction includes and Assistant (Grade 2B) Wa- GIVEN that a Meeting of the HURLBURT COIN AND Please note that the ten Working a full day of the counties of Allegheny, ter Operator. Town of Sidney Zoning Board PAPER - Buying old U.S. openings listed for ironworker strenuous physical labor. Chemung, Genesee, Minimum Qualifications: of Appeals has been sched- gold, silver and copper coins, apprentices represent the total Working on building Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, 1. Graduation from high uled for Wednesday, August paper currency. Also buying number for three recruitment erection jobs, on bridges, and Orleans, Schuyler, Steuben, school or possession of a New 15, 2018, at 7:00 pm, at Town antique fishing lures, gold and regions – the Finger Lakes, on open wall reinforcing jobs. Wayne, Wyoming, and Yates. York State high school equiv- Hall, 44 Grand Street, Suite 1, silver pocket watches. Cash So. Tier, and Western regions. Working on ornamental Must pass a drug test, at alency diploma, and comple- Sidney, New York to review offers. Appraisals. Ken - 607- Applications can be work, on sheeting jobs, on the expense of the sponsor, tion of an appropriate course an application submitted by 235-2818. 12-4wtfc obtained at the Ironworkers rigging jobs, and on welding after selection and prior to of instruction approved by the the owner of Tax Parcel 116.- Local Union #33, 154 structural jobs. indenture. commissioner, Department of 1-34.2 requesting an interpre- Humboldt St., Rochester, from Constantly bending and Must arrive to the job and Environmental Conservation. tation of the Zoning Law. 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on the reaching while connecting, to school on time. 2. A commercial driver’s Dated: August 6, 2018. first Tuesday of each month, bolting up, rigging, placing, Must be willing to work license (CDL) Class B for ve- William Brown, ZBA excluding legal holidays, and tying reinforcing bars, overtime when required. hicles in excess of 26,000 lbs. Chairman during the recruitment placing metal sheeting and Must join the union and with air brakes is recommend- 8-10(1w)b period. Applications must be decking on buildings, putting remit, within 60 days, the ed but not mandatory. completed on the premises. up metal window sashes Apprenticeship Initiation Fee, 3. Experience preferred. Yard Sales The Committee requires or stair railings and setting which is $100, plus the first 4. Will need to have a sat- that applicants: up welding equipment. month’s dues (monthly union isfactory background check Saturday, Aug. 11 from 8 Must be at least 18 years There is no light work in the dues are currently $33 per before approved by the board old. ironworker trade. month for apprentices). of trustees. a.m. - 1 p.m. in General Clin- ton Park, Bainbridge. Tri- Must have a high school Lifting and carrying heavy For further information, Weekend work required, in- diploma or a high school steel no matter what phase of applicants should contact his/ cluding holidays. Town Theatre building. Come browse a variety of equivalency diploma (such as the trade they are working in. her nearest New York State Please pick up an applica- TASC or GED). Proof will be Must have a valid NYS Department of Labor office tion or drop off a resume at the bridal, bridesmaid, MOB, prom and flower girl dresses required after selection and driver’s license. Apprentices or Local Union #33 at (585) village clerk’s office at 21 Lib- prior to indenture. will be required to drive 288-2630. erty St., Sidney, via email at and a large assortment of dye- able shoes. Must sign an affidavit company vehicles on public [email protected]. stating that they are physically streets. 8-17(2w)b 8-10(1w)b able to do the work of an Must provide a copy of NYS Help Wanted Help Wanted SIDNEY – The Village of Conklin Fashions Broome Co. to Host American Legion State Sidney is seeking a part-time Many positions available – custodial worker, a union-eli- We’re expanding! Convention in 2020 gible position. Seeking at least 10 new Duties will include clean- employees BINGHAMTON - Broome people to Broome County. a formal presentation to ing, mopping, painting, mow- Call with your experience and County officials along with Visit Binghamton estimates become the host site and Visit specialty ing lawns, shoveling snow, etc. Visit Binghamton announced the economic impact to be Binghamton was selected as The ability to perform minor Looking for: that Broome will be hosting $875,000. the winning bid. Westchester plumbing, electrical and car- Product photographers the 102nd annual American The 2020 location was also was vying to host the pentry work is required. Sales People Legion Department of New selected at this year’s 2020 convention. This position will require Warehouse Employees – York State Convention. conference, held in July At the 2020 convention, no more than 30 hours per pulling, packing and shipping The convention will be held in Rochester. Staff from the Floyd L. Maines Veterans week and no benefits, holiday Inventory control July 16-18, 2020. Visit Binghamton attended Memorial Arena will be used pay, vacation time or sick time Drivers The convention is expected along with representative for the opening session. is offered. Will need to have a to attract more than 1,000 from local hotels to make satisfactory background check Full- and part-time positions before approved by the board available Interested candidates should call of trustees. 607-624-2458 and ask for Jerry Please contact the village clerk’s office for an applica- tion or to hand in your resume at 21 Liberty St., Sidney, New York or via email at sdorsey@ Call 561-3526 to get your villageofsidney.org. ad in the papers of River Valley News Group 8-17(2w)b

Tri-Town News — Friday, August 10, 2018 — 13 TT Sports Register Now For The Greene Labor Day 5K

GREENE - The 11h will get personalized annual Labor Day 5K Race participation certificates. & Walk, sponsored by the New this year is a $50 Greene Labor Day Picnic incentive to break the male Association, will again be and female course record. held this year with a starting There is a team discount. time of 9 a.m. at the Greene A team of at least 10 people Lion’s Club Park. The 5K will get $2 off each team course is officially certified member’s registration fee. by the USATF (USA Track All the registration forms & Field). Everyone will be and registration fees must chip timed, with Kirby’s Race be submitted together. Get a Timing providing the chip team and save some money. timing. The race registration Pre-register to guarantee form can be downloaded a race t-shirt. Everyone gets from the TCRC website $5 worth of coupons good (triplecitiesrunnersclub.org). toward food and games that You can register online at day at the Ball Flats. www.runsignnup.com or There are lots of trophies. download a registration form Overall trophies for the top from this site. Forms are three male and top three also available at the Town of females. Age group trophies Greene clerk’s office. and all the young participants GETTING READY TO RACE…Runners prepare for last year’s Greene Labor Day 5K. Commerce Chenango’s Golf Outing Held, DEC Accepting Applications for Sponsored Winners Announced Pheasant Hunt Program

ALBANY - The application This program helps provide and location to pick up the Commerce Chenango place was Stan Cwynar, Dan Company, and Golden Artist period for DEC’s sponsored a memorable experience for pheasants. and title sponsor NYCM Farrow, Steve Locke and Mike Colors tied at 3, while UHS pheasant hunts is now open. people to begin a lifelong DEC Regional Wildlife are pleased to announce the McCormack from Cwynar; Chenango scored 2. The Applications to participate in pursuit of hunting and outdoor Offices winners of the 32nd Annual third place was taken by the highest score winner was the program are due Sept. 1. recreation. The success of R4 - Albany, Columbia, Summer Golf Event, hosted Golden Artist Colors team Achieve, and the trivia contest The program enables interest the sponsored pheasant hunt Delaware, Greene, at the Canasawacta Country - Dave Mack, Brett Smith, winner was Paula Beaver of groups to obtain pheasants program depends on the hard Montgomery, Otsego, Club in Norwich. Mike Smith and Jim Hayes. Preferred Mutual. Commerce for use in sponsored hunts work of willing volunteers. Rensselaer, Schenectady and Held on a beautiful, sunny The winner of the putting Chenango congratulates all involving youth, women, If you’d like to participate, Schoharie counties: day on Friday, July 27, the contest was Bob Tenney, with the winners. novices, veterans, and people program requirements and 65561 State Hwy 10, Suite 1 event featured 20 foursomes a distance of 13 feet. The Commerce Chenango with disabilities. an application to host a Stamford, NY 12167 vying for overall place in women’s longest drive was wishes to thank the golf In addition to raising sponsored pheasant hunt can (607) 652-7367 the golf match. Participating achieved by Amy Howard outing’s sponsors for their 30,000 adult pheasants for be found on DEC’s website R7 - Broome, Cayuga, golfers also competed in a with 196 yards, and men’s generosity: NYCM, NBT DEC’s pheasant stocking (http://www.dec.ny.gov/ Chenango, Cortland, variety of individual contests longest drive winner was Insurance Agency, Upstate program, staff at DEC’s outdoor/49071.html) or by Madison, Onondaga, Oswego, including putting, longest Brendan Hannan, reaching Companies, Oliver’s Campers, Reynolds Game Farm in contacting one of the DEC Tioga and Tompkins counties: drive, highest score, and 195 yards. and the many prize and tee Ithaca raise an additional regional wildlife offices listed 1285 Fisher Ave. Cortland, more. Teams were sponsored Keith Reynolds (6 feet 5 sign sponsors. 2,000 pheasants annually to below. Applications must be NY 13045 by Commerce Chenango inches) and Judy Robinson (4 Visit www.chenangony. be used in sponsored hunts received by the appropriate (607) 753-3095 x 247 chamber members. feet 9 inches) were closest to org for more information across New York State. wildlife office no later than In the overall team the pin. The winner of the beer on Commerce Chenango Through their participation, Sept. 1. Successful applicants competition, first place pong competition was Brett services and programs. volunteers teach novice will be notified by phone went to Eric Larsen, Craig Smith from Golden Artist hunters important messages and will be responsible for Markham, Michael Flanagan Colors. In the skins game, about hunting safety, hunting making arrangements with and Rachel Flanagan of Preferred Mutual Company, ethics, and the fine tradition the Reynolds Game Farm Laral Management; second Norwich an Alvogen of pheasant hunting in NYS. to coordinate a time, date,

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10/18 TT 16 — Tri-Town News — Friday, August 10, 2018 Cornhole Tournament to Memorialize Bainbridge’s Connor Glassett BAINBRIDGE – A late son “Ray and Jen Newbauer … and research, she added, “We of Bainbridge will be remem- initially approached us as far feel these are good people do- bered later this month with an as the event,” Elise Glassett ing good work.” Aug. 18 cornhole tournament said. “They asked if we would Beyond raising funds and doubling as a fundraiser for like to do a cornhole tourna- awareness, Elise said, the Donate Life, an organization ment as a fun competition in tournament will offer one dedication to organ donor Connor’s memory and they let more way of honoring and advocacy. us choose where the proceeds celebrating the man Connor would go.” was. Though Connor was not “Connor was many things— registered as an organ donor a son, brother, friend, scholar, at his time of death, Elise said, athlete, mentor, student teacher, she and her husband made the world traveler, aspiring poet, choice based on their son’s hilarious, kind, wise beyond his beliefs in life. His liver, both age and a young man of integ- kidneys and heart went on to rity,” Elise said. “(He was) the save four lives, she said. kind of person you want your It was that long-lasting im- child to be.” pact through organ donation, “For our family, having the Elise said, that made Donate support of so many people in Life an easy choice for tour- our community … proves Con- nament benefactor. nor’s journey is not over,” she “You normally don’t think added. “Ultimately, through about being an organ donor organ donation and events in Connor Glassett, a Bain- or organ recipient until you his memory such as this, Con- bridge-Guilford graduate, absolutely have to,” she said. nor’s legacy continues.” died on Sept. 22, 2016 at the “There’s an awful lot to the Beanbags fly at 10:30 a.m. age of 21 from a traumatic process on both sides … and on Aug. 18 and, for those un- brain injury. The upcoming this is something that may or able to attend the event, dona- tournament is being orga- may not knock on your door. tions in Connor’s name can be Crowds remember Connor Glassett at a memorial balloon launch in fall 2016. nized by his mother, Elise, Any awareness you have of it made at alliancefordonation. ” in cooperation with Ray and may be beneficial. org or checks can be sent to For more information or to happening rain or shine at 967-4123. Additionally, see Jen Newbauer of Newbauer Extolling Donate Life’s fo- Donate Life NYS,185 Jordan register for the tournament, 1328 county Road 39, call the ad in this paper. Construction. cus on education, promotion Road, Troy, NY, 12180. ‘Not Forgotten’ Rescues Need Outdoor Homes BAINBRIDGE – Bain- happy when they can see blue bridge resident Heather Davis sky, smell the rain and stalk has a mission: to save feral through the grass. cats. If you can provide shel- Davis has been rescuing fe- ter, food and water for one ral cats most of her adult life of more of these wildlings, and event the area shelters please contact Davis through turn to her. She focuses on fe- the Not Forgotten Facebook ral cats because, as they don’t page. Davis’ rescues are vac- typically do well in an indoor cinated and neutered. shelter setting and tend to be If you are unable to provide fearful, they are often eutha- a home but interested in help- nized on admission. ing, donate at paypalme/HDa- But Davis brings them vis952 or send donations to home to her sanctuary, “Not the Pet Street Station at 6159 Forgotten.” Davis is seeking county Route 32, Norwich. spacious, outdoor homes for Pet Street provides veterinary DAILY 7 AM — 6 PM some of her rescues that just care for Not Forgotten cats. cidermillendicott.com aren’t happy with a roof over their heads. These cats are

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