Otsego County News

Springbrook, a non-profit organization that supports people with developmental disabilities in Central New York and employs more than 1200 people, has made a move to further support and retain its employees.

As I was working away in my studio yesterday at 11:00 am, unbeknownst to me or probably anyone other than those directly involved, a robbery was taking place only feet away at the NBT Bank on the corner of Wall St. and Chestnut St. in Oneonta, NY.

The 2021 Festival of Lights drive-thru is almost over but you still have a chance to see it through December 31. We have a collection of photos from this year's event for you.

The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce announces the 2021 Business Award Winners from a group of nominees from community members in different categories. Otsego County Chamber Board of Directors members and county citizens make up a special committee that goes through the nominations and selects the winners.

Through a partnership with The Office for the Aging's meal delivery service, volunteers will distribute the gift "Shoeboxes For Seniors" that have been collected from drop-off locations in Oneonta to seniors in need within the Otsego County community.

As a parent, I can tell you that it doesn't matter how smart you are unless you are specially trained to install a child safety seat, chances are you'll get it wrong no matter how carefully you read your vehicle's owner manual instructions on installing a child safety seat.

Public Health concerns are rising in Otsego County with COVID case numbers continuing to rise before Christmas and before holiday gatherings. As of yesterday (12/15) the health department reported that 1200 people in the county were in quarantine.

Here's a local update on COVID-19 vaccine availability and an update on case numbers for Chenango, Delaware And Otsego Counties

Here's a local update on COVID-19 vaccine availability and an update on case numbers for Chenango, Delaware And Otsego Counties

Big Al's BBQ of New York will be opening on New Year's Eve in Oneonta, NY. The location is the former Lizard Lick on Dietz Street, owned by David Zumo.