Powerball Jackpot Hits New Record
The Powerball jackpot for Saturday’s drawing continues to soar hour-by-hour. After no winner on Wednesday’s drawing, the jackpot rose to $475 million.
My Favorite Childhood Books Remind Me of an Important Lesson
I was recently rummaging through some of my old books from my childhood and came upon some great memories of curling up with my mom or dad and reading “Bread and Jam For Frances” by Russel Hoban.
SUNY Oneonta Graduates 1,600 on Saturday
The class of 2013 will be honored at SUNY Oneonta’s 124th commencement this Saturday. The college will offer two ceremonies in the Dewar Arena of the Alumni Field House, one at 10 a.m. and one at noon. A total of 1,618 students are expected to be awarded degrees. Source: SUNY Oneonta Graduates 1,600 on Saturday
2013 Junior Idol 16-20 Semi-Finalists
Five Star Subaru and Townsquare Media Present Junior Idol was a success during the auditions for contestants ages 16-20 at the Oneonta Theatre on Thursday night. The judges whittled down the field to 10 finalists, which will perform May 24 at the Oneonta Theatre, for a shot at performing at the grand finale. Below are [...]
State Unemployment Hits Five-Year Low
According to the State Labor Department, the New York State economy added 23,800 private sector jobs in April. Source: State Unemployment Hits Five-Year Low
Sting Seeks Investors for Broadway Musical
Neil Young, Furthur + Black Crowes Slated for 2013 Interlocken Festival
The inaugural Interlocken Music Festival will take place Sept. 5-8 at Oak Ridge Farm in Arrington, Va. Between the lineup and the credentials of the organizers, it could possibly be one of the main events of the summer for lovers of jam bands.
Steak ‘N Shake Server Gets a Whopping 7,000% Tip
CeCe Bruce had been working at a Steak n' Shake in Indiana for two years when she received the tip of a lifetime. After watching Bruce deal with some rude customers, a regular tipped $446 on her $5.96 check -- that's a 7,000 percent tip.
70 Years Later, Class of 1943 Is Finally Having Their Prom
It took some time (quite a bit of time, actually), but the New Haven Hillhouse High School class of 1943 will finally be having prom this Sunday.
Arrest Made in Jennifer Ramsaran Case
Chenango County Sheriff's Office arrested Ganesh Ramsaran in connection with the death of wife, Jennifer Ramsaran, and has been charged with second degree murder.
Powerball Jackpot Hits New Record
The Powerball jackpot for Saturday's drawing continues to soar hour-by-hour. After no winner on Wednesday's drawing, the jackpot rose to $475 million.
My Favorite Childhood Books Remind Me of an Important Lesson
Yesterday I was recently rummaging through some of my old books from my childhood and came upon some great memories of curling up with my mom or dad and reading "Bread and Jam For Frances" by Russel Hoban.
Best Summer Camps Near Oneonta, NY
The list of activities for kids in our area is nearly unlimited. Here are some of our choices for best camps in the Oneonta area.