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Firewood for a Great Cause

By Alexis PencarCHERRY VALLEY — The Good Samaritan Firewood Project of Otsego County is now back at it assisting neighbors in need with free firewood during these harsh cold months. Whether it’s for a firewood delivery to a home or bundles to the Food Banks, it’s actions like this that make communities stronger.This altruistic endeavor led by John Meyer of Cooperstown, started out small in 2021, and has since positively influenced countless individuals. “The goal is to supply 30 face cor...

Nov 21, 2025 • 164 views

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Freeguard and Wilder Jr. Named Fighting Tiger Athletes of the Week

COBLESKILL – The SUNY Cobleskill Athletic Department has announced that senior runner Alyssa Freeguard (Argyle, NY) and junior Bruce Wilder Jr. (Rochester, NY) have been named the Fighting Tiger Athletes of the Week for the period ending November 16, 2025.Freeguard turned in her strongest performance of the season at the NCAA Regional Championship, leading Cobleskill for the first time this fall. The senior placed 88th overall in 24:50.6, closing out her year with one of her most consistent ef...

Nov 21, 2025 • 135 views

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Yes, Virginia There is a Santa Claus

COBLESKILL — Kick off your holiday season with this charming production of Yes, Virginia There is a Santa Claus by the Theater Project of Schoharie County. Shows Friday 11/21 and Saturday 11/22 at 7 pm and Sunday 11/23 at 2 pm at Golding  Middle School in Cobleskill. You can buy tickets online at theaterproject.org or at the door. $12 general admission, $8 for students/seniors. All are welcome! Generous Secret Santa donations means noone will be turned away; just ask for complimentary tickets...

Nov 21, 2025 • 114 views

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Art Around Town Exhibit at the Bank of Richmondville

COBLESKILL — Art students from Cobleskill-Richmondville High School are currently exhibiting their artwork at the Bank of Richmondville in Cobleskill as part of the district’s ongoing Art Around Town program. The monthly initiative connects student artists with local businesses, giving them the opportunity to share their work with the community in a professional setting. This month’s exhibition, Sounds Like a Notan, features work from Mr. Hopkins’ Studio Art classes. The pieces explore...

Nov 21, 2025 • 109 views

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Get to Know Your Hospital - Local Diabetes Care

By Matthew AvitabileMARGARETVILLE — We spoke to Vickie Misner BSN, RN, WCC, the Ambulatory Care Manager and April Brimberry , RN in the Ambulatory Outpatient Clinic of Margaretville Hospital about the importance of diabetes education and wound care.Misner said that the hospital has been working on multiple elements related to diabetes, including “verbal education” and other forms of communication, including information that people can bring with them to better understand “the whole pictu...

Nov 21, 2025 • 111 views

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Fiber Traditions Talk This Saturday at 10 am And Updates about Other Exhibit Activities

ARKVILLE — The final presentation associated with Catskills Folk Connection’s exhibit, “Indigenous Delaware County: Lenape and Mohawk Fiber Traditions“ will take place on Saturday, November 22, at 10 am in the auditorium at the Catskill Watershed Corporation, 669 County Route 38, Arkville. Justin Wexler, noted scholar of Lenape history and traditions, will present an illustrated talk about the cultures of Native peoples in the North East, including their fiber traditions. After the talk...

Nov 21, 2025 • 105 views

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Art Up Gallery Presents “Transient”: A New Exhibition by Gerda van Leeuwen

By Robert BruneMARGARETVILLE — This Friday evening, Art Up Gallery in Margaretville will host the opening reception for Transient, a new exhibition by artist and longtime Catskills resident Gerda van Leeuwen. The show marks an important moment not only for the artist, but for the ongoing collaboration that has been strengthening the region’s cultural landscape and art economy over the past year.Van Leeuwen has been an anchor of the local arts community for more than fifteen years, playing an...

Nov 21, 2025 • 186 views

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Bramley Mountain Fire Tower Announces Major Success in First Season

In the cab with the visitor book Photo by Christopher DragotakesDELAWARE COUNTY — The first season that the Bramley Mountain Fire Tower was reopened was a huge successIn its first season, the Bramley Mountain Fire Tower was staffed by volunteer stewards for the 47 days on the tower calendar - every weekend and holiday from Memorial Day Weekend through Indigenous People’s Day. There were also numerous pop-up openings before, during and after the season.  Only two days were rained out despit...

Nov 21, 2025 • 184 views

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Hawk and Hive’s “Winter Salon”: A Broad Lens on the World

 By Patricia WadsleyANDES — Now through December 21st,  Andes’ Hawk and Hive Gallery  is presenting its “Winter Salon,”  a rotating showcase of art work which highlight  the vast range of techniques and expression and varieties of subject matter of art shown upstate today.   As you step into the Main Street gallery for this year’s salon,  you can’t help but be  visually arrested by two large works, flanking each side of the entrance.  Erika Ehrmann’s Contemplation, is a ...

Nov 21, 2025 • 103 views

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Catskill Mountain Club Hike Schedule

CATSKILL MOUNTAINS — The Catskill Mountain Club is a 21 year old, grass roots, non-profit, offering free,  member lead hiking, paddling and biking adventures throughout the Catskill Mountains. The  Club also advocates for any non-motorized outdoor recreational opportunities. The following are our member lead hikes for the upcoming weeks. For details and directions go to:  https://www.catskillmountainclub.org/events-all Overlook Mountain from Platte Clove  • Sunday, November 23, 2025 8...

Nov 21, 2025 • 107 views

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It’s a Wonderful Life Radio Play at Open Eye Dec. 4-6

MARGARETVILLE — The Open Eye Theater presents It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play December 4-6 at 7 PM and Sunday, December 7 at 3 PM at 960 Main Street in Margaretville. Adapted by Joe Landry, this beloved holiday classic is performed as a 1940s radio broadcast complete with live sound effects and a versatile cast bringing dozens of characters to life. Tickets($25) and information are available at theopeneyetheater.org. Remember to Subscribe! Subscription Options One Year $50.00 USD S...

Nov 21, 2025 • 108 views

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Margaretville Holiday On Main Returns!

Celebrate Shop Small Saturday & Ring in the Holidays With Community, Friends, and SantaMARGARETVILLE — The beloved Holiday On Main celebration returns to the Village of Margaretville on Saturday, November 29th, offering a full day of festive activities, local shopping, and small-town holiday magic. This cherished annual tradition brings together families, neighbors, and visitors to support local businesses and welcome the season in true Catskill Mountain style.Holiday On Main Schedule11:00 AM ...

Nov 21, 2025 • 108 views