Hometown Oneonta 03-28-24

Skin Cancer Treatment Trials Open Bassett Seeking Participants

By TERESA WINCHESTER

COOPERSTOWN

To the uninitiated observer, it looks like voodoo. Thin metal cylinders, about 3 inches long, stuck around a dark circle in an inflated, rectangular piece of fabric, the color of flesh. But it’s not voodoo. It’s potentially life-saving science. In this case, it is Dr. Timothy Korytko, radiation oncologist-in-chief at Bassett’s Cancer Institute in Cooperstown, demonstrating how a trial treatment for recurrent or unresectable skin cancer is administered.

“Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers. It is sometimes treated with simple surgery. This study is looking to treat cancers where there are limited other options,” Korytko said.

The treatment is called

“Alpha DaRT,” which stands for “Diffusing Alpha-emitters Radiation Therapy.” In May 2023, Bassett Healthcare Network announced its selection as a clinical trial site for Alpha DaRT.

“The clinical trial (aka

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Wood Carving Is Heart of Altarpiece

Set like a jewel in the heart of Saint Jacob’s Church in the walled city of Rothenburg, Germany, Tilman Riemenschneider’s lime wood altar carving of the Last Supper is an awesome sight to behold.

It was created in the latter part of the 15th century before Germany, as we know it today, existed. I learned about the altar and its creator when a German national friend treated me to an auto tour along the river Tauber, which flows past Rothenburg.

Riemenschneider worked in a Gothic style and produced figures whose faces clearly expressed sensitive, complex inner emotions. While looking at the altar you could almost hear Christ saying, “One of you will betray me.” The various “Not me!” expressions on the faces of the disciples are easy to read.

With representations of Riemenschneider’s work found in many churches in Germany and elsewhere, you would think that he

lived a successful and celebrated life, but this was not the case.

The wood carver’s early work did, in fact, elevate his position in society. He eventually married a wealthy woman and for a time, as demand for his work increased, he was able to take on apprentices to aid with his productions. He even entered govern-

ment as a councilman but unfortunately a peasant revolt broke out. When he refused to obey the Prince Bishop of Wurzburg’s orders to help quell the uprising, his fate changed drastically. Eventually the ill equipped peasant army was destroyed by a strong, well-armed aristocracy. Though defeated with thousands of lives lost,

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Nonprofit Tackles Projects for Those in Need

By MONICA CALZOLARI ONEONTA

Kingdom Builders of Central New York is a local, faith-based non-profit that has completed 24 construction projects in the last three years for low-income homeowners in greater Oneonta at no charge. Its founder, Andy DeForest, has been a licensed contractor for 39 years.

DeForest said, “I want to provide practical assistance to people who can’t afford needed repairs or maintenance to their homes.”

He completes one project for free every month while he continues to operate his construction business.

Three mission trips to New Guinea, Honduras, and Cambodia helped DeForest reconnect with the Christian community and inspired him to want to use his skills to help people in need in the Susquehanna Valley.

The guiding principle of Kingdom Builders of Central New York is to “Serve God through Serving Others.”

DeForest formed a multidenominational board of directors about five years ago comprised of fellow Biblebelieving individuals with significant experience in all facets of construction and business: electrical construction, maintenance, civil engineering, carpentry, finance, and human resources.

DeForest lives in Sidney. His board members live in Oneonta, Otego, Morris, Mount Vision and Davenport. Some are members of Main Street Baptist Church and Wells Bridge Baptist Church. Others belong to non-denominational churches. For example, Pastor Frank MacCracken of Word of Faith Christian Family Center, is a member of the board and worked in the construction field for 15 years prior to

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The central panel of the Altarpiece of the Holy blood—so named because the church in which it is housed is said to contain a small sample of Christ’s blood—depicts the Last Supper, although the figure of Christ, normally portrayed at the center of such scenes, has been supplanted by Judas.

Thompson Named President, CEO of Bassett Healthcare Network

COOPERSTOWN

By unanimous vote of the Bassett Healthcare Network Board of Directors, Staci Thompson, MHA, FACMPE, has officially been named president and chief executive officer of the Bassett network. Thompson has been serving as interim president and CEO since January 1, 2024, succeeding Dr. Tommy Ibrahim upon his departure. Her tenure as the head of BHN begins immediately.

“Staci is an accom-

plished leader with decades of experience and knowledge—with a deep passion for rural health,” said Doug Hastings, chair of Bassett Healthcare Network’s Board of Directors. “Her extensive experience in healthcare operations leadership has positioned her to provide highly qualified and critical guidance at a

pivotal time—as Bassett Healthcare Network continues to navigate complex industry headwinds around recruitment and retention, operational efficiency, the changing needs of our patients and communities, and rapidly expanding technological advancements in medicine.”

According to the

announcement, Thompson arrived at BHN in 2023 after serving at The Guthrie Clinic for more than 28 years. At Guthrie, she held several executive leadership positions, including executive vice president and chief operating officer for Guthrie Medical Group.

“I am thrilled to join a legacy of exceptional leaders at Bassett Healthcare Network,” Thompson said upon her appointment. “Bassett Medical Center was founded in 1922 by Dr. Mary Imogene Bassett, a pioneering leader and true trailblazer who held a vision for rural medicine focused on access, social equity, research, and academics. It is an honor to continue this work and lead Bassett forward surrounded by a team of talented and capable leaders. I am also humbled to work alongside 5,000 amazing caregivers who are dedicated to our patients and communities.”

Since taking on the role as interim president and chief executive officer earlier this year, Thompson has clearly defined organizational priorities that focus on Bassett’s financial stability, operational efficiency, recruitment and retention, continued network integration, providing exceptional patient care and experiences, embracing virtual health and innovation, and positioning the organization to thrive.

“My focus will continue to be recruiting physicians, advanced practice clinicians, nurses, other clinical professionals, and the many other roles needed so Bassett can provide the care our patients and communities deserve,” Thompson said. “Also,

importantly, we will continue to emphasize retaining staff and creating meaningful pathways for people to build long-term careers at Bassett.

“Having served at Guthrie, a rural healthcare system that spans more than 10,000 square miles in New York and Pennsylvania, I have a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges of rural patient populations,”

Thompson continued.

“I am dedicated to the patients and communities Bassett serves—and to the importance of honoring its rich history and trusted position as a local, independent, community-centered network of care.”

Thompson earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from Gannon University in Erie, Pennsylvania and has a master’s degree in healthcare administration from Pennsylvania State University. She has served as a board member of several volunteer organizations, including United Way and Stray Haven Humane Society.

Thompson was born and raised in Auburn, New York. She is married with two sons. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, the outdoors and volunteering.

Registration for NAMI Classes Now Underway

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The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Delaware and Otsego Counties will be offering free Family-to-Family Education Classes beginning this May, Shari Stallone announced last week.

Stallone, senior program coordinator for Rehabilitation Support Services Inc. and NAMI instructor, said the eight-week series is designed for families and friends of people who have mental health issues. The course will be held in Walton at the New Hope Community Church on Wednesday evenings starting at 6 p.m. from May 1 through June 19.

The NAMI Family-to-Family course is for families, significant others, and friends of people with mental health conditions and is designated as an evidencebased program by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services, to help people have a better understanding of mental health illness, increase coping skills, and empower people to become advocates for their family members and friends.

The course has been written by an experienced mental health professional and will be taught by NAMI-Delaware Otsego family members who have

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Repeat Performance

COOPERSTOWN—On Tuesday, March 19 in the Village of Cooperstown elections, Ellen Tillapaugh was re-elected to her fourth two-year term as mayor, and Cynthia Falk and Hanna Bergene (pictured above) were reelected to three-year terms as village trustees. All three ran unopposed. Members of the Board of Trustees, all Democrats, are: Sydney Bauer, Bergene, Falk, George Fasanelli, Joseph Membrino and Richard Sternberg. An organizational meeting will be held on Monday, April 1 at 5 p.m., at which time a deputy mayor will be appointed from among the trustees. Falk is the current deputy mayor.

‘Sing for Science’ To Present Eclipse Event

HANNIBAL—Cooperstown resident Matt Whyte, host of the top-10 music interview podcast “Sing for Science,” will hold an all-day celebration of the Great American Eclipse on Monday, April 8. “Totality 2024” will be held at The G Lodge, 81 Keller Road in Hannibal, from noon to 8 p.m. In addition to the eclipse viewing, for which glasses will be provided, there will be wellness workshops, vendors and a performance by 81-year-old ambient music legend Laraaji. The eclipse totality will last about three minutes and begin around 3:20 p.m. Tickets are $10.00-$30.00 on a sliding scale, with some free tickets available for those in need. For tickets and information, visit https://www.singforscience.org/ or https://www.gaugerestateofmind.com/.

College Offers Celestial Events

By LARISSA RYAN ONEONTA

One of Oneonta’s hidden gems, the SUNY Oneonta Planetarium, can be difficult to find. Located on West Dormitory Road on the SUNY Oneonta campus, it is hidden away in a corner of the basement of the Perna Science Building and offers one of the most “out of-thisworld” shows in the county.

The planetarium began its public shows in 2008, following renovations which included the installation of an Evans & Sutherland Digistar 6 system—considered to be one of the world’s most advanced full dome digital theater experiences—and comfortable, reclining chairs. Up to that point, visitors had to sit on padded benches. The Digistar 6 system features a digital projector capable of providing sharp views of the stars, planets, and constellations visible in the night sky, and can also show full dome movies and animations.

Ideal for small outings with science-inclined friends or with the kids, the planetarium is currently offering three 45-minute shows geared toward different age

groups every Saturday through May 18. “Max Goes to the Moon,” for children aged 3-12, is about a dog traveling to the moon, but equally interesting for the whole family is “The Sky Tonight,” presented by Dr. Valerie Rapson.

“The Sky Tonight” offers a guided tour of the constellations currently visible from our location on the planet at the current time of year. For instance, in March we can see Orion, Gemini, the Big Dipper, and Leo just beginning to climb over the horizon. March comes in like a lion in

more ways than one. It’s a great show for both children and adults who want to know a little more about the constellations.

The third show available on Saturdays is “Out There: Quest for Exoplanets,” best for ages 8 and up, about how astronomers search the galaxy for planets outside of our solar system. And, of course, there are the Planetarium Public Nights each Friday.

Unique to this year will be two eclipsecentered events. “The Laugh of Totality” on April 7 is a comedy

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EDITORIAL

March Madness

We are in the last week of March, surprisingly, and even this week is in the freezer. Still. There’s snow all around us, the lake looks uninhabitable, the daffodil shoots are drowning in snow, the once-exposed snowdrops have all but disappeared. March is supposed to anticipate a bit of spring, but as of today that’s not in sight, except for the strong anticipation that comes with a few breaths of fresh upstate air.

Who could possibly be the culprit here? No doubt it’s Punxsutawney Phil. This famous character is a groundhog who lives in Punxsutawney, near Gobbler’s Knob, Pennsylvania. The furry boy has been alive since 1886, when he made his first prognostication; according to legend, he will never die because he is sustained by sipping an “elixir of life” every fall at the Groundhog Picnic, before he shuts down a bit for the winter. Phil speaks Groundhogese; he loves vegetables; his wife, Phylliss, does not drink the elixir so she has not been around for such a long time. According to most, Phil has only been accurate in his spring forecast about 39 percent of the time; prior to this year he has seen his shadow, which means six more weeks of winter, 107 times, and he has not seen his shadow, predicting an early spring, only 20 times. There were no records for a few years in the late 19th century, and Phil didn’t even appear in 1943, apparently due to storm clouds.

Last month, on February 2nd, Phil was once again brutally awakened from his winter nap by record crowds, in the tens of thousands, chanting “Phil!” “Phil!” so he could arise and be ceremoniously yanked from a stump to forecast the coming, either sooner or later, of spring. Seeing no shadow this year, for only the 21st time, he had no reason to go back to sleep. An early spring, he predicted to the masses, is just around the corner.

So, at last it’s March, just after the vernal equinox—and we await the signs of the beginning of spring. Did Phil really get it wrong again? This month, we know, comes in like a lion, with a fierce roar of frigid cold and long, white teeth of biting winds that can cut through one’s flesh, knock down a bunch of trees, and send us all back to the tired warmth of our indoors, and, we are led to believe, goes out like a lamb, a docile little piece of fuzz that exudes warmth and innocence, surrounding us with flowers and blossoms and warm, sunny, green days.

The term, “in like a lion and out like a lamb,” can be traced back to Thomas Fuller’s first use of it in a 1732 compendium, but it most likely originated as a reference to the positions of two constellations in the night sky of the northern hemisphere: one being Leo—lion—which rises in the east at the beginning of March, and the other Aries—ram, or lamb—which sets in the west at the end of the month. This seems to be a succinct summation of the changing weather that inevitably comes to us each year at this time, whether or not it is rightly predicted by our little rodent, as the seasons undergo their Herculean ordeal of change from winter to spring, emerging at last from a deep chill to a welcome beauty and splendor.

We shall see.

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Leave it Blank: No Salvageable Future for the Democratic Party Can Include Joe Biden

Iam a registered member of the Democratic Party. I have no doubt that I have admitted to more embarrassing things in public, but no examples spring to mind. I’ve knocked doors, called voters and donors, and volunteered for half a dozen local and national candidates in the past five years. I’ve worked internships and jobs ranging from a Maine Senate race to the U.S. House of Representatives Democratic Caucus. As a Democrat, an American and a human being, I have no choice but to submit a blank ballot in the presidential primary on Tuesday, April 2.

I had reservations about Joe Biden in 2020, but I held my nose and supported him with my vote and countless hours of my time. As the campaign wore on, I came to believe in him as a candidate. I consciously chose to delude myself because I wanted to believe— had to believe—that someone, somewhere in the political system would look out for me. My shame at falling for Biden’s lies in 2020 is mitigated only by the fact that, unlike many people out there, I am at least aware that I was suckered.

I have always firmly believed that ideologies, governments and movements must be judged by their concrete results. In the last five months, the Israeli government has killed more children than every war of the past four years combined. Even before the October 7 attacks, 2023 was the deadliest year for Palestinian children in nearly 20 years, beating a record set in 2022. Judge a tree by its fruit: The Israeli government and its patron, the Biden administration, are world champions in child murder.

It has been nearly six months since the Israeli government began an indiscriminate assault on the people of Palestine in a massive act of collective punishment for Hamas’ attacks. They have killed more than 30,000 people, including more than 12,000 children. Hundreds of thousands more are trapped under rubble, undergoing amputations and C-sections without anesthetic, antibiotics or electricity, breaking their Ramadan fasts on grass and lemon rinds, and dying in ever greater numbers. All of this has been broadcast live for people around the world to watch.

As you read this, the U.S. government and one of its closest allies are starving nearly 2 million human beings. Aid agencies report that the Palestinian population has fallen into famine faster and more completely than any other population on record, entirely as a result of deliberate Israeli siege. Radical Zionist protestors, including U.S. citizens,

are blocking food shipments at every entry to the besieged Gaza Strip. Israel has herded 2 million people into an area half the size of the Town of Hartwick, cut off all sources of food, electricity, medicine, and water, and bombed the entire area so recklessly that many Israeli hostages in Hamas custody have been killed by “friendly” fire.

Israeli troops and citizens have gleefully posted publicly available social media videos of themselves breaking into homes, trying on Palestinians’ underwear and eating their food after forcibly evicting them. They have stripped people naked and humiliated them, shot and bombed civilians in cold blood and, at least twice now, have gunned down starving people waiting in line for the trickle of food aid that reaches them. They tortured United Nations aid workers to obtain false confessions that Western governments used as an excuse to cut support for UNRWA, the only thing between much of the besieged population and starvation. “Self defense” does not justify 12,000 dead children. “Human shields” do not justify 12,000 dead children. Nothing justifies 12,000 dead children. I defy anyone to tell me otherwise.

Through all of this, Joe Biden and his allies in the Democratic Party have stood by Israel. He has made more than 100 covert arms shipments, vetoed three U.N. resolutions condemning the genocide, and is currently pushing to send more than $14 billion more in military aid. At a time when one U.S. child in five does not have enough to eat, our president is willing to spend an unlimited amount of money to deliberately starve Palestinian children. There is no defense or justification for that.

Most disturbing for me as a party member is the constant lying. Biden and his supporters clearly think their voters are stupid. Every day, the White House “leaks” rumors that Genocide Joe is really, truly, seriously getting mad at Netanyahu for real this time and will take steps to halt the slaughter—then turns around and pushes even more money to kill children. Biden sheds crocodile tears for the few casualties he’ll even admit exist, hoping that the world will ignore the obvious truth that he could end the genocide with a single phone call.

Rather than insist that Israeli troops and settlers allow thousands of truckloads of food rotting outside Gaza’s borders to reach starving people yards away, Biden launched a gimmick aid airlift that provided at most a

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR … IN THEIR OPINION

Legislative Riders Bad for Country

Once again in this week’s news we are hearing warnings of the consequences if the House should fail to approve the Senate bill passed more than a month ago calling for $60 billion in aid for Ukraine.

The bill is currently stalled in the House of Representatives due to an attached amendment known as a “legislative rider.” A legislative rider is an additional provision or amendment attached to a bill under consideration that may often have no connection to the proposed bill.

A rider may often be used as a weapon of partisan politics by some members of Congress, sometimes called a “wrecking amendment,” as is the case of the border security amendment attached to the Senate bill in question.

That Senate bill, currently in the hands of House Speaker Mike Johnson, has been deliberately stalled, with Johnson refusing to send the bill to committee unless the attached border security legislative rider is approved as well. This rider is

a double-edged sword, designed to not only kill the bill but also to further the political agenda of our former president, who has no intention of aiding Ukraine but who, in fact, intends to use the border crisis as his platform for a presidential campaign.

Another consequence of attaching riders to proposed legislation is to constrain the veto power of the executive branch of our government, as there can be no line-item vetoes.

Without additional U.S. aid, Ukraine will not be able to withstand the barrage from the Russian army. We who are hoping to get the aid to Ukraine believe its defense is central to U.S. national security as well. Russia’s Vladimir Putin is counting on the partisan politics at play here in America to further his plan to annex Ukraine while, at the same time, weaken the position of the United States in the world view.

While it may be too late to affect the outcome of this Senate bill currently before the House, those of us who are concerned about preserving the integrity of our democratic legislative process must immediately call upon our elected representa-

tives to enact the Single-subject Rule at the federal legislative level. The Single-subject Rule stipulates that line items in any proposed legislation may deal solely with the primary legislative issue, thus preventing legislators from attaching a rider that may be unpopular or one that is intended to cause the primary proposed legislation to be rejected. This is a rule currently in place in many sovereign nations, including the United Kingdom, as well as in 43 of our 50 states here in the U.S.

The division in our country today is palpable. Fueled by uncontrolled political agendas, we have reached a critical moment in the future of our democracy. We must not allow partisan politics to destroy our image on the global stage. Unlike Las Vegas, what happens in America doesn’t stay here in America.

Maureen Dill Morris

Talk is Cheap and Only Votes Count

I agree, too many immigrants are crossing the border for this country to handle.

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70 YEARs AGo

As the onetime Ulster & Delaware Railroad prepares to dismantle and pack up its last passenger train, the children of the late William H. Hickok, for 48 years a conductor on the line, are also packing up the possessions in his home at 88 Elm street. The house has been sold to Mr. and Mrs. Donald Estabrook. Dr. Benjamin B. Hickok of Michigan state University and his sister, Mrs. Charles Hampe, Thornwood, are preparing to move or store away the contents of the Hickok house, among which are nearly priceless antiques. “Bill” Hickok, who always said he was a third of the famed western marshal, was known and loved by thousands who traveled between oneonta and Kingston. He died January 30, 1937, when 65 years old, after having been employed for 48 years by the railroad.

March 1954

50 YEARs AGo

A $10 billion tax cut to ease inflation was urged sunday by the Democratic majority of the Congressional Joint Economic Committee. In its annual report, the committee said the Nixon administration has underestimated the pace of inflation and the growth of unemployment. The committee described Nixon administration efforts to control prices as a “debacle” and said efforts to offset rising unemployment are “pitifully weak.” The panel predicted an inflation rate this year of 8 percent or more and said unemployment will rise to 6 percent or higher. March 1974

40 YEARs AGo

Michael Jackson’s “Beat It” and “Pretty Young Thing” will open and close the 1984 Live Video Dance Review to be presented by the Wendy Wade studio. Proceeds will go to the American Cancer society. The show in the oneonta High school auditorium will consist of nine numbers performed by Wendy Wade and her students. Mrs. Wade will do a spiritual number with the theme “sameness.” The group will split up and perform three short pieces and unite at the end. A “Jellicle Ball” will be done by Mrs. Wade and her daughter, Kelly, with Kelly dressed as a cat. Mrs. Wade says she does dance reviews for the public to show prospective students that they can learn to dance.

March 1984

30 YEARs AGo

In too many cities, suburbs and even rural areas drugs play a part in nearly half of all homicides and violent crimes nationwide. With frightening regularity, young people are the victims – and the assailants. More teenage males die of gunshot wounds than of all natural causes. In New York City, homicide is the leading cause of death for men between the ages of 15 and 29. Violence associated with drugs and alcohol manifests itself in different ways. There is the street crime of addicts, the random shootings of innocent bystanders, and the turf war killings among rival street gangs. The governor has sought to limit the availability of assault weapons and establish tougher penalties for violent crimes. But drugs are at the heart of the problem and the first battle must be to save our youth.

March 1994

20 YEARs AGo

Catskill Area Hospice and Palliative Care, Inc. will host the Hospice Foundation of America’s Eleventh Annual “Living with Grief,” teleconference at the Morris Conference Center at sUNY oneonta. The program will be broadcast live via satellite and will focus on Alzheimer’s disease and its implications for family life. Reaching an audience estimated at 125,000 people nationwide, the teleconference will benefit a wide range of professionals who support their communities and help families cope with grief and loss issues associated with Alzheimer’s disease.

March 2004

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Going Way Beyond Conventional Milk

Although the traditional road to survival for the dairy industry has been to increase production, some of the remaining small dairies in New York state are now focusing on quality rather than quantity. Consumers now can choose milk from grass fed or A2 herds, as well as from farms which are certified regenerative or organic. The new products are based on developments in the world of nutritional science, particularly in the field of milk fats and proteins.

Fifty years ago, the world of fats was simply divided into saturated (bad for you) and unsaturated (not bad). Now this complicated field has been broken down into a broad spectrum of hundreds of fatty acids, the most important for human health being the omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids. Although both are considered essential, the ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 is much too high in the average western diet. Milk derived from grass-fed cows corrects this ratio, with higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids, which are known to be anti-inflammatory.

A great example of the virtues of quality over quantity is the milk produced at Miller’s organic Dairy in Richfield springs. A long standing certified organic farmer, Miller’s introduced grain as a means to increase volume of milk production in the 1970s. They soon recognized this practice led to more milk, but poor health in the herd, and lots of expenses. Although generations of cows have now been bred to better tolerate grain, the Millers’ decision to switch back to a pure grass diet provided them with a herd of cows well positioned to provide a better quality product, called “grass milk,” marketed by the organic Valley Cooperative. similar breakthroughs in the field of milk

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proteins have led to a product called A2 milk.

The major protein in milk is casein. Initially, all cows produced casein A2. Around the time that cows were domesticated, about 5,000 years ago, natural mutations occurred resulting in other casein types, such as A1, particularly in Holstein cows. Holsteins are the most productive of all dairy cows. so the A1 mutation became universal in the most popular dairy cow.

The interesting thing about casein 1 is that some people don’t digest it well, and the symptoms exactly mimic lactose intolerance (gas, cramps, diarrhea). It seems that casein 1 intolerance is actually more common than lactose intolerance.

Certain breeds of cows never lost their A2 casein genetics, mostly Guernsey, Jersey, Normande and Brown swiss. We recently visited Family Farmstead in Worcester, a certified regenerative and organic farm where Caroline and Matt McGrath have established a purely A2 herd. They also have built a processing plant for the other farms in the area which are developing A2 herds.

Grass fed and A2 dairy cows produce smaller volumes of milk. The disciplines of organic and regenerative practices are not cheap. This is why these products cost a bit more than conventional milk. For folks who prioritize nutrition for developing children, or for those who think they have lactose intolerance but don’t benefit from lactase, the benefits should outweigh the extra cost.

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New York Farmers Need Conservation Funding in Farm Bill

Although many think of the bright lights of the Big Apple when they think of New York, the Empire State has much to offer beyond Manhattan’s bustling island. This often overlooked facet of the Empire State is not merely a backdrop to the urban spectacle but a vital cornerstone of our nation’s agricultural landscape. Specifically, New York is home to 7 million acres of farmland, which feed the rest of our country.

This year, we must heed the call of New York’s farmers and lend them the support they so urgently require from Congress.

Our state leads the nation in dairy farming, and our apple, wine, and maple syrup production are nearly unmatched. The tireless farmers who ensure that these products make it from land to market are, in fact, also our nation’s original conservationists. These industries, woven into the fabric of our state’s identity, are not just economic engines but embodiments of a tradition deeply rooted in the soil of our land. Their needs cannot be forgotten this year during the reauthorization of the Farm Bill.

Importantly, the Farm Bill includes vital programs to support our farmers and their land. This is particularly important considering agriculture generated around $3.3 billion in GDP and $1 billion in wages in the state in 2021. Ensuring the longterm success of the farming industry in New York is vital to our economy and our environment. The Conservation Title, or Title II, includes voluntary conservation programs that put money in farmers’

New Church Begins Morning Worship

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River Street, Oneonta neighbors may have noticed that a new church began morning worship services earlier this month in their neighborhood. Members of the newly-forming Oneonta Reformed Presbyterian Church gathered together for their first Sunday morning worship service at 148 River Street on Sunday, March 3 to sing Psalms, read the Bible, pray, listen to gospel preaching, and enjoy one another’s company.

According to officials, this new group is a churchplanting effort supported by the Walton Reformed Presbyterian Church. The Walton congregation has been hosting exploratory Sunday evening worship services at the Red Door Church in Oneonta in order to gauge interest from local residents who may wish to join the upcoming congregation. Soon after starting these evening worship services, a few local families and individuals started attending and eventually joined the Walton church as members, with their sights set on starting a new Oneonta Reformed congregation in the near future.

Passionate about the work of starting the new Oneonta church, Ryan Alsheimer, a recently-elected associate pastor of the Walton congregation, elaborated in a press release, “My family, along with the Walton congregation, has been praying about this moment for quite some time: when we would be able to begin worshiping together on Sunday mornings in the City of Oneonta. We had a fantastic start with our first worship service and we are all already very excited about our next gathering.”

When asked why Oneonta would be in need of a new church, Alsheimer explained, “The Reformed worship experience that our members and guests enjoy brings an additional option to Oneonta that it doesn’t currently have. Some of the most prominent differences that aren’t present in the other good churches in the area include…singing of the Psalms of the Bible in an acapella style, and an overall emphasis on historic, reformed, Biblical doctrine.”

For the time being, according to Alsheimer, the Oneonta Reformed Presbyterian Church plant will be worshiping together on the first and third Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. at 148 River Street in Oneonta. The group also hosts other Bible studies throughout the week for members and visitors, and hopes to implement a weekly worship schedule as more area residents join in. Interested community members can find updates on their website at OneontaReformed.org.

Audubon Reschedules Trip

ONEONTA—Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society announced that its full-day community trip to Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge will take place on Saturday, April 6 rather than the previously announced Saturday, March 23. DOAS Board Director Chris DeCesare will lead the birding trip to view migratory waterfowl and shorebirds on their annual journey to their breeding grounds. The 50,000-acre wetland refuge north of Cayuga Lake is a globally significant Important Bird Area critical to many migratory routes. Past sightings include a variety of ducks, snow geese, swans, bald eagles, herons and sandhill cranes. Participants will meet at the Refuge Headquarters at 10 a.m., while those wishing to carpool can congregate at the Dietz Street parking lot across from the Oneonta YMCA at 7:30 a.m. This is an all-day trip with an expected return time of 5 p.m. Participants should bring lunch, snacks, water and proper clothing and footwear. For more information, contact DeCesare at (607) 244-5496 or chris. decesare444@gmail.com

pockets and incentivize practices that keep farmland healthy and productive for years to come.

For instance, the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) provides farmers with the technical assistance they need to implement conservation practices such as crop rotation and cover cropping. The Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) is another popular program that explicitly supports farmers for projects that help conserve their lands, improve water quality, and mitigate the effects of extreme weather. Last year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture could only fund a fraction of applicants because so many farmers applied to the voluntary programs.

These programs are incredibly popular among farmers, so much so that they are up to 70 percent oversubscribed, meaning the USDA can only fund some applicants who want to engage in the programs. Here in New York’s 19th Congressional District, a majority of voters say that they would be more likely to have a favorable impression of a member of Congress who voted to preserve these financial incentives and conservation programs. Considering the additional funding allocated last year only went to a small number of applicants, it’s clear that these programs must be continued in the next iteration of the Farm Bill.

Not only that, but these programs are already in action here in New York State. The Brink Family Farm, located in New Woodstock, is a prime example of these programs at work. The award-

Cooperstown Center Honors Two of Its Own

By DARLA M. YOUNGS

COOPERSTOWN

Last week, Cooperstown Center recognized two of its own in honor of National Social Work Month.

Director of Social Work Amanda Morse and Case Manager Shelby Nickerson received gift pouches filled with an assortment of fun necessities in recognition of their hard work, which officials said is highly valued every day.

“They are both dedicated and driven to help our residents,” said Cooperstown Center Administrator Jo Peterson of Morse and Nickerson. “They both strive to ensure our residents always have support, no matter if they are staying with us long term or transitioning back to the community.”

“I was here at Centers from 2020-2022, before taking a break from healthcare, and just returned to Centers in my former social work role about two months ago,” Unadilla resident Morse wrote in an e-mail.

“I think it’s great to be recognized, as a social worker’s job is extremely important in any setting, including long-term care and short-term rehab,” Morse said. “A lot goes into my job on a day-to-day basis that I don’t think many realize, so it’s appreciated being recognized for all the hard work we do on a daily basis.

“National Social Work Month not only recognizes myself and others in the field, but encourages support of the overall profession, the hard work we all do and the importance of the profession across so many different disciplines in society,” Morse wrote.

“I have worked at Cooperstown Center for the last year and a half,” said Nickerson, who lives in Hobart. “It is a great honor to be recognized, but in all honesty, I could not do what I do without the help and support of a great team. National Social Work Month is a time to appreciate and recognize the hard work by social workers to advocate, support, and assist our patients/ residents and their families in achieving their goals and making life for them a little bit easier every day.

“Our patients/residents deserve our very best efforts in helping them adjust to their new homes and to feel safe and comfortable. To be able to assist them with their needs is an honor all in its own every day,” Nickerson wrote in an e-mail.

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winning dairy operation can be productive because of the family’s efforts to ensure their lands are stewarded well and resilient against environmental factors like drought and extreme weather.

Through their dedication, they have cultivated an award-winning dairy operation and fortified their land against the ravages of climate change. Their tireless efforts and the support of conservation programs exemplify the harmonious coexistence of agriculture and environmental stewardship. Theirs is a story of resilience, made possible by the support of conservation initiatives, and it serves as a beacon of inspiration for farmers across the state.

As we chart the course forward, let us reaffirm our commitment to New York’s farmers, recognizing them not only as producers of food but as guardians of our land and architects of a sustainable future. By standing shoulder to shoulder in solidarity with our farming communities, we can honor our agricultural heritage’s rich legacy and the imperative of environmental conservation. In doing so, we secure the livelihoods of those who feed our nation and lay the groundwork for a more sustainable and resilient environment for future generations.

Brett Patrick is a Young Voices contributor and campus ambassador for the American Conservation Coalition Action in Binghamton. ACC Action is a nonprofit organization mobilizing the conservative environmental movement in favor of commonsense, effective action.

Manager Sought for Farmers’ Market

GILBERTSVILLE

The Village Improvement Society of Gilbertsville is seeking a volunteer to manage the Gilbertsville Farmers’ Market, beginning in May 2024. The position entails: ability to work well with both Gilbertsville Farmers’ Market participants and the general public; fielding phone calls or e-mail and text messages regarding market business; weekly Saturday presence at the market, which begins the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend and ends depending on seasonal weather conditions; posting market-related items on Facebook and other social media outlets; keeping track of which vendors will show up at each market.

Set-up for the market occurs between 8-9 a.m. each Saturday. The market closes at noon. There is no fee for participation. Vendors may sell at every market day, sporadically or only one time, with permission from the manager. Crafts and value-added products may be sold with approval from market manager. All participants should have a tax ID number.

Anyone interested in volunteering for this position should e-mail VIS at visgilbertsville@gmail.com or contact former market manager Tim Diters at (607) 548-0001.

Anyone wishing to be a vendor at the market may contact VIS at the above-stated e-mail address.

Women’s History Talk Is Friday

COOPERSTOWN—Renowned historian, author and professor Leslie Heaphy will visit the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum’s Bullpen Theater for a program at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 29. She will discuss women in baseball, Negro League history and the Hall of Fame’s new Black Baseball Initiative.

ExCL Center Opens

ONEONTA—SUNY Oneonta opened a downtown Oneonta location at 2-4 Dietz Street earlier this month to offer more access to its extended and community learning opportunities. According to officials, the new space will act as a local destination for learning, whether for highschool students looking to get a head-start on college courses, community members who want to get training for a new career, or new drivers seeking the five-hour pre-licensing course. The SUNY Oneonta Extended and Community Center will be open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Visit https://suny. oneonta.edu/admissions/extended-learning to learn more about the new ExCL Center.

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to 2 percent of the besieged population. U.S. food fell on Gaza at the same time as U.S. bombs, allegedly killing and injuring even more civilians. This is beyond parody.

It is abundantly clear that Biden and Democratic officials cannot be motivated by conscience or humanitarian concern. Every day, they make it clearer that they won’t respond to selfinterest, either. Biden will not win re-election on a platform of blank checks for genocide.

The “Uncommitted” movement and related mass protests in the Democratic primary have won massive vote totals in key swing states, many of which Biden is already losing due to his bizarre campaign strategy of boasting about a booming economy in direct contradiction to most voters’ lived experience.

This goes deeper than raw voting numbers, however. Political campaigns do not run on money alone. The vast majority of the legwork to draft statements, plan events, and knock on doors comes from young activists and operators who are willing to work 12-hour days for career advancement and The Cause. These are precisely the groups that Biden has most alienated. If he heads the ticket, the Democratic Party’s vaunted “big tent” coalition will lose Gen Z, Muslim Americans, many people of color and progressives. Without them, what exactly remains?

College-educated white centrists in the suburbs?

Biden’s Democratic Party sounds like Reagan’s Republican Party spiced up with smug condescension and oat milk. Joe Biden has murdered 30,000 Palestinians and is actively starving 2 million more. To deny that this is worse than anything Donald Trump has ever done is to deny the humanity of the Palestinian people. This primary season, every vote for Biden makes Trump’s path to the White House easier.

I will remain registered as a Democrat long enough to cast my blank ballot, the only choice that the “party to defend democracy” has given me. What I do after that is in the hands of Democrats across the country. Party leaders, activists, and voters at the local, state, and federal levels still have months to find a presidential candidate who isn’t the world’s most prolific living child murderer or, if morality cannot move them, at least a candidate who can win. They are stopped by fear: fear for their jobs or career advancement if they speak out against the party; fear for their pet political causes if they reject their party’s direction; and that quintessential politician’s nightmare, the fear of

admitting they were wrong.

I kept my silence for nearly six months from similar fears. I must now live the rest of my life with the knowledge that I kept my head down and went along while my government slaughtered children. For my entire life, I’ve been an avid student of history, especially the darkest and most disturbing parts. Since I was a child, I have wondered what I would have done if I lived during slavery, the Holocaust, or other crimes against humanity: Would I stand up for the right or follow the crowd? It shames and sobers me to learn that I would have done nothing, at least for the first six months. For the sake of their own souls and our common humanity, I beg Democrats to join me in putting a foot down and saying “no more.”

Wriley Nelson is a contributing writer and former Iron String Press news editor.

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president (any president) needs the legislative power to stop the flow. Period.

The need is so compelling, our U.S. Senate negotiated a bi-partisan bill to protect our borders, including the power to stop the flow. A conservative Senator from Oklahoma and a liberal one from Connecticut figured out what many consider the “strictest and most comprehensive” border security bill ever passed.

The president said he will stop the flow across the border immediately if the bill passes. But Senate Republicans sabotaged the bill and it failed. Republican Senator Langford, who supported the bill, stated he had heard from a wellknown commentator: “I will do whatever I can to destroy you, because I do not want you to solve this during the presidential election…” “By the way, they have been faithful to their promise, and have done everything they can do destroy me in the past several weeks,” the Oklahoma Republican added.

Ugly.

Now, what about the

House? They could pass it, but have not acted.

We must each ask ourselves, what is going on here? We have a problem and now a solution, so why is this crisis still a crisis?

Because the Senate Republicans sabotaged it and now the U.S. House of Representatives will not act, while yelling about how dangerous it is. That’s why.

Where does your representative stand? Any president needs the power to stop the flow and provide for more judges and resources.

If Republicans really supported border security, they’d say, “This is BS, we have a problem and a solution; nation over party!”

With such a razorthin majority, just your congressman could solve the border problem. Urge your representative to lead rather than follow. The citizens of New York deserve better than just talk.

Talk is cheap. Only votes count.

Sherwood Guernsey, Esq. Rural Freedom Network

Can Thompson Get It Done?

About 20 years ago, we moved to Cooperstown for the summers. In that time, there have been five CEOs at Bassett—a new one about every four years. I wish Bassett’s newest CEO, Staci Thompson, all the best. The board that appointed her presides over an organization, Bassett Healthcare Network, which is technically bankrupt: Its liabilities exceed its assets by $35 million. They could have “done a Trump” and declared bankruptcy. The main hospital in the group, Bassett, lost more than $64 million in the last reporting period, enough red ink to fill Moe Pond. In contrast, the Guthrie Medical Group, where Mrs. Thompson was recently COO, made $33 million in the last reporting period. So maybe Mrs. Thompson can turn Bassett around. To quote Margaret Thatcher: “If you want something said, ask a man; if you want something done, ask a woman.”

Chip Northrup Cooperstown

Packaging Bill Is Important

I was stunned recently when I read that an average of 6.8 million tons of packaging waste is produced annually in New York. Most of this packaging is sent to landfills, burned in incinerators, or winds up polluting our streets and parks and beaches, with much of it getting into rivers and then the Atlantic Ocean.

As the fourth largest state in the country, New York can make an enormous impact by enacting the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act, legislation that would require big companies selling products in New York to cut plastic packaging by 50 percent over the next 12 years. The bill makes companies that create packaging waste responsible for the cost of managing the waste that they create, rather than taxpayers. Local governments and private haulers would still manage New York’s packaging waste,

but packaging producers would help foot the bill. This would motivate companies to reduce the amount of waste created. This bill, introduced by Senator Pete Harckham and Assemblymember Deborah Glick, would also address plastic’s human health impacts by phasing out toxic chemicals currently used to package the food and drinks we consume— PFAS, lead, mercury, bisphenols, formaldehyde, vinyl chloride, and other chemicals. And it would not allow the

plastic industry’s latest false solution, called chemical recycling, to count as real recycling because it isn’t. Please take the time to contact Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie at (518) 455-3791 or speaker@nyassembly. gov and Senate Majority Leader Andrea StewartCousins at (518) 4552585 or scousins@ nysenate.gov and urge them to bring this bill to the floor for a vote.

Marty Van Lenten Becker Oneonta

The job scene

To place effective employment ads, call 607-547-6103

customer service logistics coordinator

Sportsfield Specialties, Inc. is seeking a Customer Service Logistics Coordinator, for its Delhi, NY location, to support the Customer Service department as the customer point of contact for all outgoing New Construction Division shipments.

Responsibilities/Duties inclu D e but not limite D to:

• Collaborate with New Construction Division Sales team to review backlog and shipping and delivery requirements for outstanding orders.

• Collaborate with Production Scheduling to verify ship dates.

• Update orders as necessary with correct address and site contact information.

• Gather details for product returns and obtain order approval from Finance when necessary.

• Collaborate with Customer Service if customer contact is required due to a Finance Hold.

• Prior to shipment, verify and follow up with customer for written order approval and tax exemption status if not already received.

• Collaborate with Sales and Shipping to determine best shipment method of orders scheduled to ship.

• Release orders to ship to the Shipping Department.

• Produce and file RMAs with Shipping and Finance.

• Gather relevant documentation and information from customers for freight claims, submit to Finance for claim filing and set up re-shipment of goods.

• Other duties as assigned.

Requi R e D q ualifications:

s kills:

• Strong communication, organizational, attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to interact and communicate effectively/respectfully at all levels.

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, etc.).

• Flexible schedule when required.

• Ability to accept feedback and/or constructive criticism.

e xpe R ience/eD ucation:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Associate’s Degree with 4 years’ experience in Customer Service/ Logistics environment will be considered in lieu of.

• Experience with ERP database.

Salary Range $50k -60k per year DOE, great benefit package includes but not limited to: health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, flexible spending and paid time off.

To apply, submit application online, apply in person at 41155 State Highway 10, fax resume to (607) 746-3107 or send resume to: Human Resources, P.O. Box 231, Delhi, NY 13753. Sportsfield Specialties, Inc. is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.

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about the solar eclipse that “is so well rounded we’re being protested by The Flat Earth Society.” The cost is $20.00 per person. A free Eclipse Viewing Party on April 8 features activities from noon to 5 p.m., with peak eclipse viewing around 3:30 p.m. with 97 percent obscuration (eclipse viewing glasses available on a first come, first serve basis). The day will include space themed interactive activities at

the A.J. Read Science Discovery in the Physical Science building, accessible activities for those who are blind or visually impaired, eclipse sonification (an artistic process that turns the light of the eclipse into sound and music that can be enjoyed by anyone), eclipse viewing through solar telescopes, a livestream of totality, and much more.

The cost to attend the Saturday planetarium shows is $3.00 per person, the proceeds of which are earmarked

inside sales - direct

Sportsfield Specialties, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Inside Sales for its Direct division to help support Sales and its Regional Managers. Applicants have a choice to work out of our Delhi, NY or Mocksville, NC location.

Responsibilities/Duties inclu D e but not limite D to:

• Ability to successfully manage and track multiple customer projects from concept to completion, while ensuring consistent customer contact and project profitability.

• Perform quotation development and project management.

• Respond to all inquiries in a timely and accurate manner.

• Maintain up to date product knowledge.

• Listening to customers concerns and handling complaints and returns.

• Work directly with the end customer.

• Deliver excellent customer service externally and internally.

• Accurately perform data entry to reflect project and production requirements as required by project designer/customer.

Requi R e D q ualifications: s kills:

• Excellent written, verbal, and problem-solving skills.

• Solid organizational/prioritization skills, including attention to detail and multi-tasking.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications; Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.

• Flexible schedule when required.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Inquisitive nature encouraged.

e xpe R ience/eD ucation:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or 2+ years of progressive Customer Service and/or Sales Experience.

Salary range is $50–59k/year, DOE, great benefit package includes but not limited to: health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, flexible spending, and paid time off.

To apply, submit application online www.sportsfield.com, fax resume to (607) 746-3107 or send resume to: Human Resources, P.O. Box 231, Delhi, NY 13753. Sportsfield Specialties, Inc. is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.

Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. We do not sponsor employment visas.

for improvements to the planetarium and to host these Saturday shows for the general public.

“The planetarium is able to offer more shows due to the fee,” organizers explained.

The current lineup of planetarium shows will change come summertime, so the public is encouraged to check Eventbrite and to purchase tickets well in advance, as some shows are likely to sell out.

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Social Work Month was first organized in March of 1963 by the National Association of Social Workers as a

way to encourage public support for the profession. The White House, under President Ronald Reagan, officially recognized March as National Social Work Month in 1984. Social Work Month encourages support of the profession, uplifts social workers, and celebrates their contributions. The theme for this year, chosen by the National Association of Social Workers, is “Empowering Social Workers!”

Cooperstown Center is located on Phoenix Mills Cross Road, just south of the Village of Cooperstown. For more information, visit https:// cooperstown-center. facilities.centershealthcare.org/

CREDIT AND COLLECTIONS SPECIALIST

Sportsfield Specialties, Inc. (SSI) is seeking a Credit and Collections Specialist to assist in Accounts Receivable related duties for SSI and associated business units.

Responsibilities/Duties inclu D e but not limite D to:

• Assist Sales to establish credit for new customers.

• Maintain customer files.

• Monitor accounts on a daily basis.

• Resolve customer credit and billing issues.

• Prepare detailed collections reports.

• Monitor State Compliance and submit required reporting.

• Work with sales and shipping to monitor & approve shipments, as necessary.

• Support Contract Administrator with special billing and subcontract agreements.

• Perform analysis as needed.

• Provide assistance to financial department as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requi R e D q ualifications:

s kills:

• Outstanding communication, organizational, attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrable initiative, creativity, and flexibility.

• Must be able to meet deadlines.

• Ability to thrive in a team environment and collaborate successfully.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

e xpe R ience/eD ucation:

• Associate’s degree required and minimum 2 years’ experience.

• Collections Experience.

• Customer Service Experience.

• Accounting software proficient.

Salary Range $40k -45k per year DOE, great benefit package includes but not limited to: health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, flexible spending and paid time off. To apply, submit application online, apply in person at 41155 State Highway 10, fax resume to (607) 746-3107 or send resume to: Human Resources, P.O. Box 231, Delhi, NY 13753. Sportsfield Specialties, Inc. is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer

Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. We do not sponsor employment visas.

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lowincome according to official county guidelines.

Theodore Anderson, another board member and former chair of the board, said, “The spiritual focus is on building relationships with those served, with the end goal of demonstrating the love of Christ through ministry.”

“One example of a project that I am currently working on is for a sweet, elderly woman who needed some repairs to her kitchen, which was overcome with rats and water damage. We replaced an old drop ceiling, kitchen drawers, and cabinet doors, and gave her a new countertop and sink,” Deforest said.

He added, “I have been very fortunate to be able to form a special relationship with her…[She] and I have been making time together to engage in some fun, deep discussions of Jesus and the Gospel. We have also had discussions of dark-

ness and evil.”

Another example of a project that Kingdom Builders has completed is for a man named Miguel, with pulmonary fibrosis, who requires a double lung transplant. Miguel has not been able to work in construction for the past eight years. His downstairs was uninhabitable because a portion of the flooring had been removed, leaving an area open to the cellar.

Normally, DeForest completes projects on his own, but this project was a big one and took him and several members of the board two full

days to complete. They addressed the immediate problems to make Miguel’s home safe.

Deforest said, “Shelter is one of the most basic yet important needs a person can have. Yet, many around us [who are] less fortunate or less able to meet this need find themselves or their family lacking of someplace safe, dry and warm.”

DeForest said he heard a calling from God to do this work. Kingdom Builders receives donations from individuals, area churches and several local foundations. It would like to develop

onc boces is accepting applications for a legal secretary

Full-time, 12-month position located in Oneonta. The selected candidate will be able to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment, have good knowledge of legal research procedures and resources, have good knowledge of legal instruments and documents, have good knowledge of legal terminology, and have a working knowledge of labor relations laws, rules, and regulations. Must meet Civil Service requirements.

Salary: $40,000 - $45,000

Please visit www.oncboces.org/subs for application and information.

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additional relationships with other foundations, such as The Clark Foundation.

During COVID, Kingdom Builders was trying to raise capital to purchase a $50,000.00 van.

DeForest said, “Once we decided that we needed to purchase a van, I went to my dealer, who I have a great working relationship with. I was told that they cannot get any new vans during the pandemic. Then, out of the blue, I received a call from Country Club Motors

of Oneonta, saying that they found a brand new, one-ton cargo van for us, which is exactly what we needed.”

“It was definitely a God moment,” DeForest said.

He and Anderson believe God will provide and describe finding this van as a miracle.

Many in the area have not heard of Kingdom Builders of Central New York—a situation which Anderson acknowledged.

Anderson explained, “We want to become

better known in this community and meet the needs of this community.”

DeForest’s goal is to make this type of ministry his full-time job.

Kingdom Builders encourages those who meet the qualifications to use the application on their website, https:// kingdombuilderscny. org/. They caution that if your home is owned by your children who live elsewhere, you would not qualify. Also, if you rent your home, you would not qualify.

The Farmers’ Museum and Fenimore Art Museum have openings for:

Security/Safety Guard

Full-time, year round position. Applicants must have a clean driving license, be able to walk considerable distances in all weather conditions and have open availability including weekends and holidays. The workday includes using computer based monitoring systems, walking extensive museum grounds, completing incident reports and troubleshooting for potential hazards. We provide training, certification, an excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid holidays, vacation, and sick pay.

$15-$16/hour.

To apply go to fenimoreartmuseum.org for an application or contact Human Resources at 607-547-1462.

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Fenimore Art Museum and

The Farmers’ Museum have an opening for:

Full Time Groundskeeper

The successful candidate will be a steady, reliable worker and enjoy working outdoors year-round. Must have sufficient strength and manual dexterity to operate power equipment and lift 50 lbs.

Experience with basic construction and carpentry a plus. Duties include maintaining grounds, soil preparation and planting, plowing and shoveling snow and cleaning and maintaining power equipment as well as performing light carpentry and repair jobs. This is a full-time position, flexibility necessary, must be willing to work occasional overtime. $15.50-$18/hour.

This position offers an excellent benefits package and pleasant work environment.

Applications are available at fenimoreart. org or farmersmuseum.org. Send letter of interest and completed application to Human Resources, Fenimore Art Museum, PO Box 800, Cooperstown, NY 13326, or email to hr@fenimoreart.org.

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Chloe Chamberlin and her son (foreground) are thrilled that Kingdom Builders of Central New York installed a new kitchen, replaced her floor and painted her trailer home in Oneonta at no charge. Pictured from left are Gary Toombs, Andy DeForest, Chloe’s brother, Fred, Ted Anderson and Steve Pickhardt.

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DaRT) received regulatory approval to proceed with patient enrollment, hence we could open the trial,” Dr. Korytko stated in an e-mail communication.

Bassett is one of two Alpha DaRT trial sites in New York State, the other being Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City.

On its website, Bassett quotes Uzi Sofer, chief executive officer of Alpha Tau, the company which has developed Alpha DaRT, as saying, “Bassett Healthcare Network was chosen as one of the select U.S. centers to enroll patients in this pivotal clinical trial because of its outstanding reputa-

Julie A.

Breitmaier 1964-2024

ONEONTA—Julie

A. (Horth) Breitmaier, 60, a lifelong resident of Oneonta, after a year-long fight with cancer, lost her battle on March 15, 2024 while at home. She lived her life to the fullest right up until the end, from having her favorite lunch with her two aunts the Friday before her death, to riding their Ryker motorcycle with her daughter, Cayce, whenever possible. She was well known for her love of family, friends and all her four-legged children.

She was born in Oneonta on February 10, 1964, the daughter of Gerald N. (Jake) Horth and Janet A. (Oliver) Horth of Oneonta. Both predeceased her.

Julie graduated from Oneonta High School in 1982 and then went to college for criminal

people who live in large cities.”

Dr. Korytko acknowledged the challenge of pursuing medical treatment in rural areas.

“Patients and resources are spread out,” he said.

The 2023 announcement described the distinguishing qualities of Alpha DaRT, stating that whereas local radiation has mostly used beta or gamma ray emissions, Alpha DaRT is the first localized anticancer therapy to use alpha particles to treat solid tumors.

Having a limited range, alpha particles have the potential to kill targeted cancerous cells without damaging surrounding healthy tissues, the announcement also said.

tion. We are excited to collaborate with Dr. Korytko and his team to explore this new treatment option.”

According to an email sent to Iron String Press by Marna Davis of the Antenna Group, a global marketing communications firm working for Alpha Tau, there is special interest in conducting these trials in rural areas.

“The local issue,” Davis wrote, “is that patients from ‘rural’ areas such as Otsego County only make up 13 percent of clinical trial populations compared to patients from urban areas. This leads to healthcare disparities, with information used to develop important medical advancements primarily coming from

justice at SCCC, graduating with an AAS degree in 1984. Julie worked many years at Corning Glass in Oneonta, until a work-related injury ended her employment.

As she partially recovered, she joined the Oneonta school system in the cafeteria and became known to the other “Lunch Ladies” as “Granny.” Despite her pain, her love of the children and new work friends made her look forward to each day. Showing her sense of dedication, she continued to work through COVID, despite her injuries and the threat to her health, to help the Lunch Nutrition Program, so that those in need were fed.

Even after the cancer progressed, Julie volunteered during this past holiday season at the 36th annual Friends of Christmas Community

The cylinders, technically referred to as “sources,” are removed from the patient’s body after the dose of radiation has largely been delivered. There is minimal radioactive exposure and no need for hospitalization, according to Bassett’s web page on Alpha DaRT.

According to Dr. Korytko, the sources usually stay in the targeted area for about two weeks. Patients are generally able to wear clothing as normal and continue their daily routine while being treated by Alpha DaRT.

Bassett Cancer Institute is currently recruiting and enrolling participants in the Alpha DaRT trial. Enrollees are not limited to the eightcounty Bassett network or even to New York State.

“Anyone from anywhere can enroll,” Korytko said, adding that the program currently

Dinner, presented by Saturday’s Bread. Julie enjoyed volunteering with her friend, Helene, helping at the Oneonta Veteran’s Club dinners whenever possible, as well. She was a proud supporter of all veterans, especially those in her family.

Survivors include: her daughter, Cayce Breitmaier, of Oneonta, the light of her life; her husband, Todd Breitmaier, of Oneonta; her sister, Wendy Horth, of Oneonta; her brother, Gregory (Debbie) Horth of Hartwick and their children, Jonathan Horth of Hartwick and Joshua (Cheryl) Horth of Schenectady; and Jacob (Stephanie) Horth and their son Henry of Mount Vision; and many cousins.

Julie is also survived by her aunts, Madolyn (Carver) Palmer of

has two participants.

The trial’s sponsor, Alpha Tau Medical, is a company founded in 2016 by Sofer to develop and commercialize the Alpha DaRT treatment. The procedure was invented by Professors Itzhak Kelson and Yona Keisari from Tel Aviv University. According to its website, Alpha Tau has offices in Jerusalem and Massachusetts and is conducting trials at 27 sites worldwide—two in Israel, 20 in the U.S., one in Italy, and two in France.

The Alpha Tau website also states the following:

• Some advantages of Alpha DaRT include treating a limited range of cells, thus sparing surrounding tissues, as well as potential stimulation of an immune response to the primary tumor.

• This immune response may possibly be harnessed to destroy metastases throughout the body.

• Alpha DaRT offers lower levels of exposure to radiation, thereby reducing the radiation risk or need for radiation safety measures for both patients and physicians.

• Alpha Tau has developed “proprietary ultraminimally invasive applicators that can be utilized for various types of tumors within different anatomic areas.”

• Lower treatment cost is another advantage of Alpha DaRT because its applicators are disposable and the treatment does not require significant capital equipment or special shielding.

• Alpha Tau sees potential application of

Oneonta and Betty (Donald) Hooks of Voorheesville; her fatherin-law Carl Breitmaier (Joann); brother-in-law Scott Breitmaier; her lifelong best friend since the third grade, who she loved like a loyal sister, Helene Koeppe and her children, Christine, William, and John; her longtime friend, Robin Mayne (Jason) and her children, Summer, Sara, and Tyler; and Cayce’s lifelong “sister” and Julie’s “adopted” daughter, Kyanne Clark, and her daughter, Nevaeh.

She was predeceased by her aunt, Patricia McAdams, and motherin-law Ruth Breitmaier.

A celebration of Julie’s life will be held on a date yet to be determined.

Arrangements are with Delker and Terry Funeral Home of Edmeston.

Alpha DaRT in all solid tumors, stating that, to date, in its pre-clinical studies across multiple types of tumors, “no tumor has been found to be completely resistant to Alpha DaRT.”

Anyone interested in participating in the Alpha DaRT skin cancer trials should contact Bassett specialists at (877) 5471750, or e-mail cancerclinicaltrials@bassett. org. More information on the treatment may be found https://www.bassett. org/services/cancer-care/ radiation-therapy/alphadart or at https://www. alphatau.com/alpha-dartradiotherapy.

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the peasants had carried out the largest rebellion in Europe prior to the French Revolution. Because he did not follow orders, Riemenschneider was stripped of his position and most of his possessions. He was thrown into jail and subjected to torture where it is believed his hands were broken.

When finally released from prison, the crippled sculptor could no longer express in wood his love for biblical stories and figures. Due to his injuries, few projects are attributed to him after his release. But he must have found some consolation in knowing that three of his biological sons—he had seven children—had inherited his talent and continued to produce works in wood. With the loss of social rank, the passage of time and in spite of his sons following in his foot-

steps, Riemenschneider was almost forgotten— until his gravestone was discovered next to a cathedral in Wurzburg (Germany) almost three centuries later. Subsequently, his work was recognized and reevaluated, resulting in a long overdue celebration of the artist.

Rothenburg is one of the three remaining walled towns in Europe and looks very much like it did at the time Riemenschneider carved the altar—except for damage done to paintings on inner walls of buildings where Napoleon, on one of his campaigns, had stored salt. Walking along the 20-foot-high wall or down the narrow cobblestone streets takes a visitor back more than 500 years. I shall forever be indebted to my friend for taking me on the trip and making me aware of the altar and the man who made it.

Terry Berkson’s articles have appeared in “New York” magazine, “Automobile” magazine and many others. His memoir, “Corvette Odyssey,” has received many good reviews: “highly recommended with broad appeal,” says “Library Journal.”

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Promotions, births, meetings, new hires, events, milestones, grand openings, sports results, anniversaries and more.

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Grandma loved her farm, her family, and playing her old guitar.

Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home will take the time to find out what made your loved one special. Whether it’s finding just the right flowers, or finding a musician to play her favorite tunes on her old guitar, we’ll do what’s necessary to make her service as unique as she was.

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Photo by Teresa Winchester Dr. timothy Korytko, radiation oncologist-in-chief at bassett’s louis busch Hager Cancer Center, demonstrates how alpha Dart, a trial treatment for recurrent and unresectable skin cancers, is administered.

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undergone intensive training as course instructors.

“This course is a wonderful experience,” said Stallone in a recent press release. “It balances basic education and skill training with emotional

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that an Application for Class Change for Serial No. 2207159 has been applied for by the undersigned to sell beer, cider, liquor and wine at retail in a restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 558 Beaver Meadow Road, Town of Middlefield, County of Otsego, State of New York for on premises consumption.

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

COUNTY OF OTSEGO

INDEX NO.

EF2023-764

Plaintiff designates OTSEGO as the place of trial situs of the real property

sUPPLeMeNtAL sUMMoNs

Mortgaged Premises: 166 BACKUS ROAD, GARRATTSVILLE, NY 13342

section: 158.00, block: 1,

Lot: 19.41

JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs.

WILLIAM J. DESIMONE, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM F. DESIMONE; GINA MARIA PEREIRA A/K/A

GINA MARIA DESIMONE, AS HEIR AND DIS-

TRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM F. DESIMONE; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM F. DESIMONE, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons

support, self-care, and empowerment. We hope families and friends of people who have a mental health condition will take advantage of this great class. This program is an eight-week series with up-to-date information and tools to help families support their loved ones with mental illness.”

The NAMI Family-to-

being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, “JOHN DOE #1” through “JOHN DOE #12,” the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Defendants.

To the above named Defendants

YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days of the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service of the same is complete where service is made in any manner other than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service.

Your failure to appear or to

answer will result in a judgment against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the event that a deficiency balance remains from the sale proceeds, a judgment may be entered against you.

Notice oF

NAtUre oF ActioN AND reLieF soUght the obJect of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $132,000.00 and interest, recorded on November 26, 2007, in Liber 1539 at Page 1009, of the Public records of otsego county, New york, covering premises known as 166 bAcKUs roAD, gArrAttsviLLe, Ny 13342.

the relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above.

otsego county is designated as the place of trial because the real property affected by this action is located in said county.

Notice

yoU Are iN

DANger oF

LosiNg yoUr hoMe if you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home.

speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property.

sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action.

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Family Education Classes will cover information on mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, mood disorders (bipolar and major depression), anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and obsessivecompulsive disorder. The course will give family members and friends basic information about medications, share

coping skills on how to handle a crisis, explore listening and communication techniques, discuss problem solving and confidentiality challenges, outline recovery and rehabilitation for loved ones, and will provide self-care tips for families and friends around worry and stress.

The course is for

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serviNg A coPy oF the ANsWer oN the AttorNey For the PLAiNtiFF (MortgAge coMPANy) AND FiLiNg the ANsWer With the coUrt

Dated: February 16th, 2024

ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC

Attorney for Plaintiff

Matthew Rothstein, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675 4LegalApr.4

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Valley Property Holdings LLC

Art. Of Org filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) 03/19/2024.

Office Location:

Otsego County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served & shall mail a copy of process to 21 Main St., Cherry Valley, NY 13320.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 6LegalMay.2

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Notice oF ForMAtioN oF

Streamside Wellness, LLC.

Art. of Org. filing date with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) was 03/11/2024.

Office location

Otsego County. SSNY has been designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to PO Box 1027, Cooperstown, NY 13326.

Purpose: any lawful purpose. 6LegalMay.2

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Rolling Acres Construction, LLC

Office Location:

Otsego County N.Y.

Articles of Organization Filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on March 12, 2024. SSNY is designated agent of LLC upon whom process may be served and SSNY shall mail process to Rolling Acres Construction, LLC located at 139 Quinn Road, Cherry Valley, NY 13320. Any lawful purpose.

6LegalMay.2

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Longespee Legacy LLC

Articles of organization filed with the SSNY on 1/18/24. Office Location: Otsego County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 39 Elm St., Richfield Springs, NY 13439.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 6LegalMay.2

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HEWLETT RENTALS LLC

Arts of Org. filed SSNY 2/29/2024

Otsego Co. SSNY design agent for process & shall mail to ZENBUSINESS INC. 41 STATE ST #112 ALBANY, NY 12207

General Purpose 6LegalMay.2

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Notice oF ForMAtioN

UPSTATE DEFENSE SOLUTIONS LLC

Arts Of Org filed with SSNY on 2/26/24 OTSEGO COUNTY SSNY as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Richard Cain 715 Center Valley RD Worcester NY 12197 for any lawful

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Notice oF ForMAtioN oF JAHNKE’S CREAMERY LLC

Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 3/6/24. Office in Otsego Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 8-12 Dietz St., Ste. 202, Oneonta, NY 13820.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose. Principal business loc: 4347 St. Hwy. 28, Milford, NY 13807. 6LegalApr.18

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Notice oF ForMAtioN oF LiMiteD LiAbiLity coMPANy UNDer NeW yorK LiMiteD LiAbiLity coMPANy LAW

The name of the limited liability company (LLC) is LS STORAGE LLC.

The date of filing the Articles of Organization with the Secretary of State is March 2, 2024.

The County within the State of New York in which the principal office of the LLC is located is Otsego.

The Secretary of State of the State of New York is hereby designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him or her is: 271 Texas Road, Springfield Center, NY, UNITED STATES, 13468.

The character or purpose of the business of the LLC is any purpose allowed by law.

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DASHING NETWORK LLC.

Articles of Organization

parents, siblings, spouses, adult sons and daughters, partners, significant others, and friends of persons with mental health conditions. This course is not for the individuals with mental health conditions themselves.

The NAMI Familyto-Family course is free, but pre-registration is

filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 1/31/2024.

Office location: Otsego County, Claire Howlett designated as a registered agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. Mail process to 110 Fair Street Cooperstown, NY 13326.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 6LegalApr.11

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Wolf Print Press, LLC

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 12/12/2023.

Office Location: Otsego County. SSNY Designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to PO Box 403, Otego, NY 13825

Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 6LegalApr.11

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WOODEN HEALTH AND PERFORMANCE LLC

Arts of Org. filed SSNY 2/27/2024 Otsego Co. SSNY design agent for process & shall mail to ZENBUSINESS INC, 41 STATE ST #112 ALBANY, NY 12207

General Purpose 6LegalApr.11

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BARRA LOGGING, LLC

Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 1/19/2024. Office in Otsego Co. SSNY designated Agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to Barra Logging, LLC, 3310 Co Hwy 33, Cherry Valley, NY 13320

required. For more information or to register, call Stallone at (607) 4331714, extension 201, or (607) 287-6869, or email namidelawareco@ gmail.com or sstallone@ rehab.org.

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BOBNICK’S AUTO, LLC

Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 12/27/2023. Office in Otsego Co. SSNY designated Agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to Bobnick’s Auto, LLC, 194 Co Hwy 25A, Richfield Springs, NY 13439

Purpose: Any Lawful purpose.

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Olivia The Creative LLC

Articles of organization filed with SSNY on June 28, 2023.

Location: Otsego

County SSNY is designated agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 25 Woodside Avenue, Oneonta, NY 13820.

Purpose: any lawful activity.

6LegalApr.11

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Kelmarra LLC. Filed 2/13/24.

Cty: Otsego. SSNY desig. for process & shall mail 162 Sonata Dr, Jupiter, FL 33478.

Purp: any lawful.

6LegalApr.4

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The Turk’s Plantation, LLC

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on June 3, 2023

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Office Location: Otsego County SSNY Designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 810 Mooney Road, Worcester, NY 12197

Notice oF

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Hardstone Hauling, LLC.

Articles of Organization were filed with the NY Secretary of State on 02/05/24. The office of the LLC is to be located in Otsego County.

The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon it to: The LLC, 1113 River Road, South New Berlin, NY 13843.

The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful act.

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IIIB, LLC.

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/13/21.

Office Location: Otsego County. SSNY Designated as an agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 99 Washington Avenue, Suite 700, Albany, NY 12260.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

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Blissful Stays LLC

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 02/12/2024.

Office Location:

Otsego County. SSNY Designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 3737 County Highway 35, Cooperstown, NY 13326.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

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MEALS

11:30 a.m. Seniors are invited to enjoy a delicious meal Monday-Friday. Suggested donation is $3.50 for seniors, $10 for guests accompanying a senior. Today, enjoy a lunch of tuna sandwich, cream of broccoli soup, three-bean salad and carnival cookies. Nader Towers Housing, 2 Mitchell Street, Oneonta. (607) 547-6454.

BOOK CLUB 1 p.m.

“Other Birds” discussion with the club at the Springfield Library, 129 County Road 29A, Springfield Center. (315) 858-5802.

BLOOD DRIVE

1-6 p.m. Main Street Baptist Church, Briggs Hall, 333 Main Street, Oneonta. RedCrossBlood. org POTTERY

1:30-4:30 p.m. Open Studio. Experienced potters are invited to work on personal projects and hone their skills. No instruction provided. $30/session. Held Monday, Wednesday, Friday and 6-9 p.m. on Thursdays. The Smithy Clay Studio, 1 Otsego Court, Cooperstown. Gallery@SmithyArts.org.

EASTER 3-6 p.m.

Visit with the Easter Bunny. Continues 1-4 on 3/30. Southside Mall, 5006 State Highway 23, Oneonta. (607) 432-4401.

BENEFIT CONCERT

8 p.m. doors open at 7 p.m. “Mr. Paperback” returns, featuring Darcy, Cody and Matt Gibson on guitar, keyboard, vocals, bass, and drums, to support the work of Bigger Dreams Productions. Features cash bar. Admission by donation. Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center, 24 Market Street, Oneonta. (607) 4312080.

►Sat., March 30

SPRING FEST

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. “Spring Awakening in Sharon Springs.” Easter egg hunt down Main Street, vendors, workshops, unique celebrations of the season by Main Street shops, more. Free to attend. Main Street, Sharon Springs. (518) 424-3668.

EASTER EGG HUNT

10 a.m. to noon. Family fun day featuring an Easter egg hunt on state park grounds. Hyde Hall, 267 Glimmerglass State Park Road, Cooperstown. (607) 547-5098.

TAX PREP 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. “Free Tax Preparation.” Get help with taxes from IRS-certified volunteers. Held Saturdays through 4/15. Huntington Memorial Library, 62 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-1980.

EASTER

10:30 a.m. Town of Maryland Easter Egg Hunt. Open to children Pre-K through third grade. Bring your own basket. Easter Bunny available for pictures. Borst Field, Schenevus. (607) 6381924.

ASTRONOMY

10:30 a.m. Immersive, multimedia experience hosted by SUNY Oneonta students and staff. Presentation include “Max Goes to the Moon” at 10:30 a.m.; “The Sky Tonight Planetarium Show” at 11:30 a.m.; and “Out There: The Quest for Exoplanets” at 1:30 p.m. $3/person/show, open to

the public. Reservations required. Please arrive 15 minutes early. SUNY Oneonta Planetarium, West Dormitory Road, Oneonta. (607) 4362011.

EXHIBIT FINALE

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Last day to view “Made in Middlefield.” Paintings, textiles and more by Middlefield artists. The Art Garage, 689 Beaver Meadow Road, Cooperstown (607) 547-5327.

EASTER Noon to 2 p.m. “Cherry Valley Easter Egg Hunt.” Find all the egg signs around downtown to collect a prize. Includes drawings for Easter baskets, and Girl Scout cookies, too. Pick up a map at The Telegraph School, 83 Alden Street, Cherry Valley. Visit thetelegraphschool.org

OPERA 1 p.m. The Met presents “Romeo Et Juliette.” Tickets, $22/ adult. Lunch available for purchase. Rescheduled from 3/23. Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center, 24 Market Street, Oneonta. (607) 4312080.

WRITERS GROUP

1:30-3:30 p.m. Supportive group to practice writing exercises and receive feedback. Session held through May 18. Huntington Memorial Library, 62 Chestnut Street Oneonta. (607) 432-1980.

DRUM CIRCLE 2 p.m. Drum and dance with the Oneonta Drum Circle. The Green Earth Health Market, 4 Market Street, Oneonta.

►Mon., april 1

EaS tEr MonDaY

BOOK CLUB “Show & Tell Book Club.” Choose a book to read around the theme of the month and then discuss that book at the meeting. April’s

theme is “tearjerkers.” Meeting held 5:30-7 p.m. on 4/25. Huntington Memorial Library, 62 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-1980.

EXERCISE CLASS

9-10 a.m. Exercise each

Monday and Thursday with instructor Carol Thompson. WorcesterSchenevus Library, 170 Main Street, Worcester. (607) 397-7309.

PLAY & LEARN

10 a.m. Guided sensory learning for children aged 5 and under. Held each Monday. Cooperstown Village Library, 22 Main Street, Cooperstown. (607) 547-8344.

CONNECTIONS

10:30-11:30 a.m. “One on One Tech Support.” Reserve a spot to get help using personal devices, from iphones to tablets. Held each first Monday of the month with Debra Miller. Connections at Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown. connectionsatcsc@gmail.com BLOOD DRIVE Noon to 6 p.m. Worcester United Methodist Church, 111 Main Street, Worcester. RedCrossBlood.org EXERCISE 2-3 p.m.

“Choga Flow.” Chair yoga led by certified instructor Wanda Hunt. Cost, donation of 1 non-perishable food item for the Richfield Springs Food Pantry. Held each Monday. Richfield Springs Public Library, 102 West Main Street, Richfield Springs. (315) 858-0230.

TAX PREP 6-8 p.m.

“Free Tax Preparation.”

Get help with taxes from IRS-certified volunteers. Held Mondays and Tuesdays through 4/15. 2nd floor, Golisano Hall, Hartwick College, 1 Hartwick Drive, Oneonta. (607) 431-4338.

►tuES., april 2

COMMUNITY HIKE

9:45 a.m. Hike with the Adirondack Mountain Club. Bring appropriate equipment/water and be aware of your level of fitness. This week’s hike will be on the Adams Farm Trail, Rogers Center, 2721 State Highway 80, Sherburne. Contact hike leader Loretta Brady, (917) 497-0446, or visit susqadk.org REOPENING 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Farmers’ Museum reopens for the 2024 season. 5775 State Highway 80, Cooperstown. (607) 5471450.

OPENING DAY

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit new exhibits “As They Saw It: Women Artists Then & Now” on view through 9/2, “50-Pound Blanket: Photographs by Joshua Ives” on view through 5/12, “Stitched In Time: One Family’s Quilts” on view through 5/12. Fenimore Art Museum, 5798 State Highway 80, Cooperstown. (607) 5471400.

YOUTH 10 a.m.

“Preschool Tuesdays.” Toddlers and their families are invited for 1-hour program featuring story time, gallery tours, active play and art projects. This week explore works of Georgia O’Keeffe and make giant flower artworks. Included with museum admission. Held each Tuesday The Fenimore Art Museum, 5798 State Highway 80, Cooperstown. (607) 5471400.

BLOOD DRIVE

1-6 p.m. St. James Episcopal Church, 305 Main Street, Oneonta. RedCrossBlood.org

ART TALK 2 p.m.

“What is Art?” Discussion with Youth Programs Manager Michelle Bosma, to deepen the public’s understanding of art in the Western canon. Free, registration required. Suggested donation, $10.

Presented over Zoom by Fenimore Art Museum, Cooperstown. (607) 5471400.

MEET & GREET

5:30-7 p.m. “Welcome Home Cooperstown” gathering to welcome new residents to the village. Village Library of Cooperstown, 22 Main Street, Cooperstown. (607) 547-8344.

►WED., april 3

BLOOD DRIVE

12:30-5:30 p.m. Cooperstown Fire Department, 24 Chestnut Street, Cooperstown. RedCrossBlood.org

JOB FAIR 2-4 p.m. Featuring employers from Cooperstown Dreams Park to The Farmers’ Museum to Otsego County and others. First Presbyterian Church, 25 Church Street, Cooperstown. (607) 547-8401.

CROCHET CIRCLE

3 p.m. Bring a crochet project and work with friends, learn to crochet, more. Supplies available. Held each Wednesday. Worcester-Schenevus Library, 170 Main Street, Worcester. (607) 3977309.

MUSICIANS

4-5:30 p.m. “Creative Musicianship with Wyatt Ambrose.” Hands-on class providing musicians of all skill sets and instruments the tools for creative fulfillment through music. $80/non-members. Held Wednesdays through 4/24. Community Arts Network of Oneonta, Wilber Mansion, 11 Ford Avenue, Oneonta. Visit canoneonta.org

LIBRARY CRAFT

6-7 p.m. Jewel Making with the Monthly Craft Club. Registration required. Materials provided. Huntington Memorial Library, 62 Chestnut Street, Oneonta. (607) 432-1980.

ART CLASS 6-9 p.m.

“Figure This! Open Studio Life Drawing” Non-instructional workshop with nude models for sketching. Hosted by a Cooperstown Art Association member, who will be present to field questions and comments. $18/session, cash. Held each Wednesday. Cancellations will be communicated prior to session. Cooperstown Art Association, 22 Main Street, Cooperstown. (607) 547-9777.

►thurSDaY, april 4

STORYTIME 10 a.m.

Library staff read to children from a picture book. Held each Thursday. Harris Memorial Library, 334 Main Street, Otego. (607) 988-6661.

ART WORKSHOP

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. “Art Journaling with Chelly Lisenby.” $70/person. Held Thursdays through 4/25. Community Arts Network of Oneonta, Wilber Mansion, 11 Ford Avenue, Oneonta. Visit canoneonta.org