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Local History - Thanksgiving Week in Cobleskill, November 1945
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Local History - Thanksgiving Week in Cobleskill, November 1945

By Wildert MarteCOBLESKILL — Thanksgiving week in Cobleskill in 1945 read like a town settling back into old rhythms after years of upheaval. The war had ended only months earlier, and the Index carried the quiet, familiar signs of a holiday returning to normal families traveling, church groups organizing suppers, and neighborhoods preparing for a long weekend of company, cooking, and early winter chores. You could see the holiday everywhere, not in bold headlines, but in the steady run of lo...

Dec 8, 2025 • 143 views
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Fire Strikes Harmony Acres
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Fire Strikes Harmony Acres

Credit to our own Robert Duso for these shots from the fire at the former Harmony Acres on Union St. in Cobleskill Monday on a cold night. Volunteers help when is needed most, anytime of day.Remember to Subscribe! Subscription Options One Year $50.00 USD Six Months $30.00 USD One Year with Insider Newsletter $75.00 USD Thank you for reading the Schoharie News! Our work depends on your continued generosity and as such we appreciate all the support our readers give to us on a daily basis, whether ...

Dec 8, 2025 • 39 views
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Fire Strikes Harmony Acres
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Fire Strikes Harmony Acres

Credit to our own Robert Duso for these shots from the fire at the former Harmony Acres on Union St. in Cobleskill Monday on a cold night. Volunteers help when is needed most, anytime of day.Remember to Subscribe! Subscription Options One Year $50.00 USD Six Months $30.00 USD One Year with Insider Newsletter $75.00 USD Thank you for reading the Schoharie News! Our work depends on your continued generosity and as such we appreciate all the support our readers give to us on a daily basis, whether ...

Dec 8, 2025 • 117 views
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Bonczkowski Drops 16 as Tigers’ Late Rally Comes Up Short at Sage, 71-68
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Bonczkowski Drops 16 as Tigers’ Late Rally Comes Up Short at Sage, 71-68

 COBLESKILL – The SUNY Cobleskill women’s basketball team put together a big fourth-quarter run Monday night inside the Kahl Campus Center, but their late push came up just short in a 71–68 finish against Russell Sage.Hannah Bonczkowski (Gilbertsville, NY) kept the Tigers within striking distance all night, leading the way with 16 points, four rebounds, two steals, and four made threes, including two clutch triples in the final minute. First-years Sydney Delisle (Mechanicville, NY) and Ka...

Dec 8, 2025 • 55 views
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Christmas Bazaar & Bake Sale Dec. 6
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Christmas Bazaar & Bake Sale Dec. 6

COBLESKILL — There will be a Christmas Bazaar and Bake Sale at the Lawyersville Reformed Church Hall at 109 Philip Schuyler Road in Cobleskill Saturday, Dec. 6 from 9am to 2pm with a snow date of Dec. 13.Remember to Subscribe! Subscription Options One Year $50.00 USD Six Months $30.00 USD One Year with Insider Newsletter $75.00 USD Thank you for reading the Schoharie News! Our work depends on your continued generosity and as such we appreciate all the support our readers give to us on a daily ...

Dec 8, 2025 • 56 views
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Christmas Season Coming to Cherry Valley This Weekend
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Christmas Season Coming to Cherry Valley This Weekend

CHERRY VALLEY - The Christmas season is officially coming to Cherry Valley this weekend starting with a tree lighting and parade Friday night.The 34th annual Cherry Valley Holiday Weekend will run from 5 to 9pm on Friday and from 10am to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday.The historic businesses invite you to join in a cherished community tradition. It kicks off Friday with a delightful array of events and activities spread throughout the village and town.The highlights of the weekend include a tree li...

Dec 8, 2025 • 53 views
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Local Mechanic Opens Mobile Shop
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Local Mechanic Opens Mobile Shop

SCHOHARIE COUNTY — Local mechanic Cody Phillips announced that he is opening a new mobile shop for those in need of maintenance work, fabricating, welding, and mechanical repair. FBN Mechanical will travel to you and have the means to have important equipment trailered to the site. Call 518-245-6712 or email gabrielle.phillips@FBN-mechanical.com for more information.Remember to Subscribe! Subscription Options One Year $50.00 USD Six Months $30.00 USD One Year with Insider Newsletter $75.00 USD...

Dec 8, 2025 • 53 views
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Officials Seeking Info in Cherry Valley Vandalism
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Officials Seeking Info in Cherry Valley Vandalism

CHERRY VALLEY - Cherry Valley village officials are seeking information in the vandalism at the Alden Park ball field in mid-November.The vandalism occurred on November 15 or 16, officials said."To the parents/guardians of the child(ren) who have vandalized the ball field on Alden Park, please note that you and your child will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Vandalism is NOT tolerated in our Village. We appreciate your full cooperation in this matter in determining the party(ies)...

Dec 8, 2025 • 45 views
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Sharon Holiday Parade of Lights
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Sharon Holiday Parade of Lights

By Alexis PencarSHARON SPRINGS — This evening, December 5th, the Holiday Parade of Lights is scheduled at Sharon Springs Central School! The highly anticipated annual celebration starts at the SSCS then makes its way out to Route 20, wrapping its way around to the Sharon Springs Fire House for photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus and treats!The event will start at 6:00 PM with our local American Legion Post presenting the Wreath Ceremony at the Memorials and monument in front of SSCS, with the speci...

Dec 8, 2025 • 60 views
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Honoring Ella
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Honoring Ella

MARGARETVILLE — The world lost a beautiful soul on November 20th when longtime, much-loved therapy dog, Ella Truitt, crossed the Rainbow Bridge.  For over eight years, she created miracles every week, from getting 93-year-olds and adults with autism over their lifelong fear of dogs to encouraging nursing home residents to say her name when they uttered no other words.Ella was a natural at therapy dog work.  On the first day that she met with a professional trainer when Ella was only one year...

Dec 7, 2025 • 149 views
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Funding Will Aid Margaretville Hospital Primary Care
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Funding Will Aid Margaretville Hospital Primary Care

WASHINGTON — Congressman Josh Riley (NY-19), U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer, and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand have secured $2,634,000 in federal Community Project Funding (CPF) in the FY2026 Agriculture appropriations bill for three urgently needed projects in Upstate New York. This includes $619,000 for primary care renovation at Margaretville Hospital.The investments will replace a deteriorating firehouse in Guilford, modernize a rural primary care facility in Margaretville, ...

Dec 7, 2025 • 115 views
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Inn & Restaurant Plans For Roxbury Main Street
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Inn & Restaurant Plans For Roxbury Main Street

By Mary A. CrisafulliROXBURY - Following a public hearing, the Roxbury Planning Board approved a site plan amendment for the Inn & Restaurant plans proposed at 53470 State Hwy 30, along Main Street. The original site plan was approved in June. Owner Andrew Williams requested moving the intended restaurant from behind the planned inn to the former Reeds Tavern site. The old tavern was torn down nearly ten years ago.Two members of the public spoke at the hearing. One resident questioned plans for ...

Dec 7, 2025 • 152 views
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