Saturday, July 18-20, 2014, head on out to Gilbert Lake State Park in Laurens, New York, for W.O.W. (Wear It On The Water) Paddle Fest. Paddling skills, safety, and fun events for the whole family.
This Saturday, July 12, 2014, the Oneonta Farmers Market will hold its annual grill day event, featuring free samples of locally-raised foods hot off the grill, great BBQ recipe ideas, a free drawing and display by Latte Lounge, balloon give-aways, and live music with Heaven’s Back Door.
I admittingly went to the Yes concert this past Saturday night at Tioga Downs only knowing their 1983 number one hit, "Owner Of A Lonely Heart", but left with a new respect for the band.
Last Thursday, June 12, 2014, Oneonta Job Corps Academy held a Student Recognition Ceremony at the City of Oneonta Municipal Airport, which was attended by Congressman Chris Gibson.
Last night, Caleb Johnson was announced as the winner of American Idol Season 13. It was a star studded finale night. It was a big year for our area as two local contestants, Ethan Harris of Garrattsville, New York and Kaitlyn Jackson of Norwich, New York made their marks on the show.
Many reports confirm that ticks are a bigger problem than ever and that despite the frigid winter temperatures, the tick population is thriving. With that comes a greater concern of Lyme Disease being spread by the increased number of ticks. We can take some preventative measures to help keep our yards protected from the pesky critters.