Recruitment Open House to be Held At Unadilla Fire House April 26
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Recruitment Open House to be Held At Unadilla Fire House April 26
VOL. 148 - NO. 17 SIDNEY, NEW YORK — THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2014 SUGGESTED PRICE 75¢ Pink Panther to Prowl Unatego April 25, 26 Sidney Arbor Day Program Honors James Suriano Friday SIDNEY – The Village of Sidney will hold their 22nd Annual Sidney Arbor Day program on Friday, April 25 at 10 a.m. at Keith Clark Park in the pavilion. Sidney Mayor Andrew Matviak announces with pleasure that this year’s recipient of the Arbor Day award is James Suriano. Jim has been an active volunteer in the community with several organizations for many years. He has served as a member and chairman of the village’s Shade Tree Comission for years. An Eastern Redbud tree will be planted at Keith Clark Park in honor of his years of service and dedication to the Shade Tree Commission and community. Jason Drobaneck, Region 4 forester for NYSDEC, will be present to present the Tree City Award to the Village of Sidney. Mayor Matviak invites the community to the annual Arbor Day ceremony. Tri-Town Relay For Life Will Be Held May 2, 3 BAINBRIDGE - The American Cancer Society would like to let everyone know that Friday, April 26, will be Relay For Life - Paint The Town Purple Day. Purple is the color of hope. It will be terrific to see the area going purple as we bring Relay For Life and cancer awareness to our community. The Relay For Life event will take place on May 2, at General Clinton Park in Bainbridge starting at 6:30 p.m. The community is invited to attend. The survivor registration is at 5 p.m. with a dinner for survivors to follow. After the opening ceremony, our survivors will walk the first lap. We will have golf carts for any survivor who needs a ride around the track. There will be special caregiver recognition as well. Highlights to celebrate our 10th year include: Kaitlyn Jackson, 2014 American Idol contestant, will sing the National Anthem. She will also sing a duet with Steven Rivera. Survivors may bring a guest to the Survivor Dinner at 5 p.m. Theme – A Decade of Hope – teams will decorate their sites and dress in their favorite decade attire. This will be fun to see. Luminaria ceremony at 9 p.m. – led by bagpipper, Steve Cady. DJ Greg Davie and Dan Heuer will keep the music and fun going throughout the night. The whole community is invited to join together as we celebrate those who have battled or are fighting cancer now, and pay tribute to those who have lost their life to cancer. The American Cancer Society maintains a web site: www.cancer.org which has a lot of health and cancer information. Also, the 1-800227-2345 number is available 24 hours a day – seven days a week for cancer patients and care givers. This will be a fun event. There will be music, entertainment, activities, and teams will be selling food, bake goods, raffles, etc. throughout the night. We need volunteers on Friday, May 2, to help set up for this event. If you are interested, please call Maryann at 563-8841 or the American Cancer Society at 563-9634. MACDONALD HOSE CO. CHICKEN BBQ IS SATURDAY, APRIL 26 from 10:30 a.m. until all halves are gone. Dinners and halves can be eaten at the fire station or taken home to eat. This is the 52nd year MacDonald Hose has hosted their barbecue at the fire station on East Main Street in Sidney. Free local delivery is also available by calling 561-2314. Full details are available in their ad in this paper. Sidney United Way Helps Kick Off Drive For Mobile Canteen Truck for Local EDT SIDNEY – In 2006, after the local flood in Sidney, the Salvation Army came to the Sidney community to help pass out water and give out vouchers for food and clothing. In 2008 Barry and Marie Cole were asked to help organize an Emergency Disaster Team in Sidney. Leslie Vattimo, EDS Director for the Salvation Army, came to Sidney to help train the Sidney Disaster Team, which now has 36 members. During the 2001 flood, retired Lt. Colonel Gene Pigford was able to bring the Salvation Army’s Oneonta Corps Canteen to assist our community by providing food to the firemen that came to assist our community. Our local EDS team also went street by street taking food and water to the people working on their homes. Today, we believe that it is time to have our own canteen. There are many times that this vehicle could be used in our community and surrounding communities. Canteens are usually stocked so as to be able to cook food, make coffee and deliver needed supplies. This truck could be used at fires, floods or anywhere that there is an emergency or disaster. “This is a big endeavor because a new fully outfitted canteen would cost over $100,000. We are very committed to this project, and we plan on working on grants, soliciting businesses and individuals as well as planning fundraising events. This project may take us 18 months, which may seem like a long time, but we believe our goal is worth the time and effort to help our community to be better prepared in the event of a future disaster. “We are grateful for the donation from the Sidney United Way to help jumpstart our campaign. Our group is looking forward to reaching out to our friends and neighbors to help provide assistance to make our dream a reality.” Donations should be made out to Salvation Army-Sidney EDS Team with a note on the check earmarking the donation for Canteen Truck. Checks can be mailed to PO Box 14, Sidney, NY 13838. Any questions regarding this project, call Barry Cole at 435-4821. Recruitment Open House to be Held At Unadilla Fire House April 26 UNADILLA - The Unadilla Fire Department will open its doors to area residents, so they can learn about what it takes to be a volunteer firefighter in their community as part of the fourth annual RecruitNY statewide initiative. Over the last several years, it has been very tough for many fire departments throughout New York State to recruit and retain volunteers for a variety of reasons. Like most volunteer fire departments, the Unadilla Fire Department needs to bolster its emergency responder numbers so it can continue to provide the optimum level of protection for its residents. As part of RecruitNY, on Saturday, April 26 between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., the Unadilla Fire Department, located at 77 Clifton St., will join volunteer fire departments all across the state at their respective firehouses for a unified recruitment drive. Not only will RecruitNY be an opportunity to highlight the duties and rewards that come with being a volunteer firefighter, it will also raise public awareness about the need for volunteers. Throughout the day, the fire department will conduct tours of the station and firefighter apparatus, allow visitors to try on firefighter gear, and provide activities and stations throughout the firehouse for visitors. The fire department will discuss the requirements to be a volunteer, as well as conduct demonstrations, answer questions, and let visitors know how to get involved in the fire department. Last year, more than 500 fire departments in 55 counties across the state held recruitment open houses. FASNY is hoping for an even higher turnout this year and encourages departments to RSVP to let the community know they’re participating at: www. recruitny.org/signup. “Come on out and join us for this unique recruitment day at our firehouse,” said Dennis Harris. “This is a great opportunity for our neighbors to observe the exciting tasks of a firefighter. Our current members love what they do; they are everyday heroes who help neighbors in need. We hope our recruitment day will inspire other area residents to join our fire service family.” The goal of RecruitNY is that the collaborative effort among volunteer fire departments statewide will turn the declining number of volunteer firefighters around. RecruitNY is one example of FASNY’s key initiatives to recruit and retain volunteers. Over the last year and a half, FASNY has worked exceptionally hard to build and deploy a multitiered plan for helping New York state’s more than 1,700 volunteer fire departments recruit more than 15,000 new volunteer firefighters across the state by utilizing federal SAFER grant funds for programs including the “Fire in You” advertising campaign, FASNY HELP community college tuition reimbursement program, and recruitment training classes. Established in 2011, RecruitNY is a joint undertaking by the Firemen’s Association of the State of New York (FASNY), the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs (NYSAFC), Association of Fire Districts of New York State, Volunteer Fire Police Association of the State of New York, and County Fire Coordinators Association of the State of New York. For area residents looking for more information, or to find out if your fire department is participating in RecruitNY, visit www.recruitny.org or contact your local fire department via a non-emergency phone number or its website. WELLS BRIDGE - Unatego Cue and Curtain will present The Pink Panther Strikes Again by William Gleason on Friday, April 25 and Saturday, April 26 at 7 p.m. in the Unatego Central School auditorium. Based on the film by Blake Edwards and Frank Waldman, this comedic stage play is a must see. The world’s most unusual criminologist, Inspector Jacques Clouseau, played by Gregory Sears, clumsily fights for his life and for all of mankind. His former boss Dreyfus, played by Adam Williams, has turned into a raving lunatic and is threatening to vaporize the earth if Clouseau is not delivered to him, alive or dead. Dreyfus kidnaps Professor Fassbender, played by Liam Dobbins, so that he can use the “Doomsday Machine” in order to pursue his mission. Comedy ensues as Clouseau slips by every attack against him. Dreyfus however gets impatient with the world. Will Clouseau get there in time to save the day? Village of Unadilla Plans Spring Clean Up May 2 UNADILLA - The Village of Unadilla will be holding a scrap metal, electronics and tire clean up Friday, May 2. The Village will do curb side pick-up throughout the village limits May 2 between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. of items described below. Please have items placed at the curb by 7 a.m. Items that will not be accepted: rubber, plastic, glass, oil, paint or other liquid waste, bed springs with wood or fabric. Items that will be accepted: All scrap metal and white goods, (there will be a $15 charge for any appliances with Freon, village residents will be billed per appliance). Electronic equipment – computers, televisions, etc. – these items must be kept dry. If not dry, they will not be accepted. Limit of four tires per property owner. No rims, no tires over 20”. Any items that are refused will be the property owner’s responsibility to dispose of properly. Town of Sidney Spring Cleanup Will Be May 8, 9 SIDNEY – Spring cleanup in the Town of Sidney will be held May 8 and 9 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Residents must bring items to the Town Highway Garage on County Route 23. The town will accept metal with all wood and/or plastic removed, appliances (signed statement required for Freoncontaining units), bed springs (remove non-metal material from springs) and tires with the rims removed (20-tire limit per individual). Items not allowed are: computers, televisions, off-road tires, furniture, glass, wood, brush, yard clippings or trash. 2 — Tri-Town News — Thursday, April 24, 2014 Butternut Valley Grange Plans Benefit Dinner April 30 Benefit Walk/Run To Be Held May 24 GILBERTSVILLE - The Butternut Valley Grange, 7 Bloom St., Gilbertsville, will be sponsoring a public dinner on Wednesday, April 30 to benefit the food pantries of Butternuts (Garrattsville, Gilbertsville, New Lisbon and Morris), Mt. Upton, Otego and Unadilla. This activity is one of the many community events the Grange holds each year. The family-style dinner will include roast pork, mashed potatoes, dressing, glazed carrots, salad, rolls, pies and beverage. Take outs may be picked up between 4 and 5 p.m. at the hall with dining-in to follow from 5 to 7 p.m. People will save $1 per dinner, if they purchase an advanced ticket before April 29 through Carol Clum or Judy Hinman in Mt. Upton; Shelly Havens, Anna Ritchey and Claudia Jenkins in Unadilla; Cathy Galley in Garrattsville; Joan Loeffler in South New Berlin, Roberta Halbert, Laura Hall, Janet Farbent and Marlene Brooks in Gilbertsville. A Chinese Auction featuring over 35 items will also be held at the same location for benefit of the Gilbertsville BAINBRIDGE - The 7th Annual Dan Elwood Memorial 5k Run/1 Mile Walk to benefit Hospice will be held at the General Clinton Park, Bainbridge, at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 24 (Memorial Day weekend). Pre-registration for the race is $18 (up until May 17) and can be sent to: Dan Elwood Memorial 5k Run, c/o Brenda Parsons, Village of Bainbridge, 33 West Main St., Bainbridge, NY 13733. Dayof-race registration is $22 Community Fund. The public is welcome to stop at the hall on Tuesday, April 29 from 1 to 8 p.m. and the day of dinner from 1 to 7 p.m. to purchase tickets. Some of the items featured include gift certificates from Mirabito, Great American, Get the Scoop, Chambers & O’Hara Truck Center, plus passes to the Baseball Hall of Fame and the Farmer’s Museum. Gretna Gardens Opens Saturday OTEGO - Gretna Gardens, LLC, located at 2664 State Highway 7 between Wells Bridge and Otego, opens for the season Saturday, April 26. Carrie Hewlett along with her dad, Richard, are looking forward to their second season which features 14 greenhouses. Be sure and stop in Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. or Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and register for a free hanging basket. For more information, see the ad in this week’s newspaper. GEOFFREY PECK, left, and Brian Danforth, Scoutmaster of Troop #l, are shown with the completed Eagle Scout project. Catskill Choral Soc. to Highlight Rachmaninoff’s Vespers May 2, 3 Geoffrey Peck of BSA Troop #1 Earns Scouting’s Highest Honor SIDNEY - Geoffrey Peck from Boy Scout Troop #l in Unadilla, completed his Eagle Project in August of 2013. Geoffrey, with the help of fellow Scout’s, Scout Leaders, friends and family members was able to construct a lean-to building at the site of the Driving Test area in Sidney. This was to give people a place to wait out of the weather while H E R E ’ S W H AT C O U N T S waiting for someone taking their driving test. Geoffrey will be presented Scouting’s highest rank at his Eagle Court of Honor on Sunday, April 27 at 2 p.m. at the Sidney Fire Department Training Center. Geoffrey started his venture in scouting as a Tiger Cub in Cub Scout Pack #34 in Sidney. He later joined Troop #34 in Sidney for a few years. He transferred to Troop #l in Unadilla to finish his Boy Scout venture. He is staying on as an Assistant Scoutmaster with Troop #l to help other boys achieve their Eagle Rank. Geoffrey would like to thank everyone who helped with the planning and construction of the lean-to. He would also like to thank Troop #l scouts and leaders for all of their friendship and help in achieving his dream of being an Eagle Scout. ONEONTA — Catskill Choral Society will bring a touch of old and new to its spring concert this year. The group will perform Rachmaninoff’s Vespers at 7:30 p.m., Friday, May 2, and at 3 p.m., Saturday, May 3, at First United Methodist Church, 66 Chestnut St., Oneonta. Soloists Steven Nanni and Kasey Stewart will be featured. Making its debut will be the Catskill Choral Society Youth Choir. The group is composed of children ages 7 to 14 from local communities including Franklin, Otego, Oneonta, Cooperstown, Cherry Valley and Milford. The Youth Choir is under the direction of Catskill Choral Society Artistic Director and Conductor R. Colin Armstrong, DMA, and accompanied by Timothy Horne. Rachmaninoff’s Vespers, also known as All-Night Vigil, Op. 37, is based on chants SPRING SUPPERS GILBERTSVILE - A Roast Pork Dinner will be held by the Butternut Valley Grange on Wednesday, April 30 at the Grange Hall on Bloom St. Take-outs will be available from 4 to 5 p.m. and serving in the dining room will start at 5 p.m. DOING MORE FOR LESS. Make more of what’s yours with a Home Equity Line of Credit. UNADILLA - A lasagna dinner will be served at the Unadilla United Methodist Church on Monday, April 28 from 4 p.m. until all are served. The menu will include salad, homemade garlic rolls and dessert. A garlic-free and vegetable lasagna will also be available. The church is located on Main Street, across from Great American. GILBERTSVILLE – A roast pork dinner will be held at the Butternut Valley Grange on Wednesday, April 30 at the Grange Hall on Bloom St. Menu includes roast port, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, glazed carrots, cabbage salad, rolls and pies for dessert. Take outs will be available from 4 to 5 p.m. and dining room serving will be at 5 p.m. The proceeds will benefit the food pantries of Butternuts (Gilbertsville, Morris and Garrattsville), Unadilla, Mt. Upton and Otego. Presale tickets are available; see the Gilbertsville News in this paper for a listing of phone numbers to call for tickets. At NBT Bank, we’re offering a new Home Equity Line of Credit with a six-month introductory rate of 0.50% APR and no closing costs. Or, ask us about a great fixed rate on a new home equity loan. Stop Open Wed.- Sat. 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the Truman House, 25 N. Main St. Bainbridge 967-4690 by or call us today for additional details. INC. 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For additional information, contact Brenda Parsons at 967-8888 or 967-7373. 1st Anniversary Celebration Saturday, April 26 • 10-4:30 SALES THROUGHOUT OUR 11 ROOMS Inc. Red Tag Specials BORDERLINE BRASS QUINTET 10:30 AM-1 PM with Civil War Era music VENDORS - FLEA MARKET & ANTIQUES IN OUR FRONT YARD BAKE SALE BY B-G GIRLS JV SOFTBALL TEAM Tri-Town News subscribers can have their paper delivered to their e-mail inboxes instead of their Post Office mailbox. Call 607-561-3526. of the Russian Orthodox Church. The piece, written in 1915 during a time of war for Russia, will be sung in Rachmaninoff’s native Russian. Purchase tickets now in Oneonta at The Plains, Green Earth and Artware; in Cooperstown at Augur’s Corner Bookstore; in Unadilla at Country Computers & Publishing; in Sidney at Corky’s Wine & Spirits; from any CCS members; and at www. catskillchoralsociety.org. For more information, call 431-6060 and visit us on Facebook. This program is made possible with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, which is administered by the Chenango County Council of the Arts, with support from Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature. COMMUNITY MEALS The Soup Kitchen BAINBRIDGE – The Soup Kitchen at the Bainbridge United Methodist Church will be open this Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. SIDNEY - A full meal is served at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 25 River St., Sidney every Wednesday from 9:30-11:45 a.m. We are no longer serving just soups, rather, full meals are served. Food selections vary by week. All are welcome. UNADILLA – A weekly luncheon is served every Thursday at 12:30 p.m. at St. Matthews Episcopal Church, Unadilla. A free will offering is appreciated. Share the Bounty Dinner SIDNEY - Join your friends and neighbors for a free community dinner on Thursday, April 24, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Sidney United Methodist Church on 12 Liberty St. Thank you, St. Luke’s Lutheran Church and Preceptor Beta Sigma Phi Sorority for preparing and serving this meal. The menu includes baked goulash, tossed salad, bread and dessert. MT. UPTON - The Mount Upton United Methodist Church will be holding its monthly Community Buffet Dinner on Thursday, April 24 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. This is a free will offering and all are welcome. These dinners are sponsored by the United Methodist Women and ladies of the church. Donations of food or money for the Food Pantry to help with the Feinstein Challenge is continuing until the end of the month. Tri-Town News — Thursday, April 24, 2014— 3 “Girls Night Out” to Perform At Sidney Community Tea May 6 Warrior River Boys Perform April 26 at Town Hall Opry BAINBRIDGE – Adding Bainbridge to their 30th anniversary tour, David Davis & the Warrior River Boys bring their brand of bluegrass to the Town Hall Theatre this Saturday, April 26. Curtain for the show is at 8 p.m. with the gallery open at 7 p.m. featuring the work of Kayleigh Bigford. Tickets for David Davis & the Warrior River Boys are available at the door the night of the performance or you can reserve ahead by calling 967-7228. Having started as a touring band in the fall of 1984, the Warrior River Boys have performed in 46 states, the Bahamas and all Canadian provinces at a majority of the outdoor festival events and many of the genre’s premier indoor venues. The group’s recorded history has been preserved and distributed by Rounder, Wango, CHICKEN BBQS SIDNEY - The MacDonald Hose Co. will be selling their famous barbecued chicken on Saturday, April 26 a.m. The aroma from the delicious barbecue will fill the air with sales starting at 10:30 a.m. and continuing until sold out. Both chicken halves and dinners including salad or baked beans will be available. There will also be a bake sale where you can buy a yummy dessert to go with your dinner. Delivery within the village will be available by calling 561-2314 the day of the barbecue. AFTON - Afton Cub Scout Pack 51 will have a chicken barbecue and bake sale on Sunday, April 27, from 11 a.m. until gone, on the corner of Court St. and Caswell St. (old town garage parking lot). Dinners to go will include chicken, salt potatoes, baked beans and roll. Advance sale tickets available from Cub Scouts and parents. UNADILLA - A Mother’s Day chicken barbecue, sponsored by the Unadilla Chamber of Commerce, will be held on Sunday, May 11 at the Great American parking lot in Unadilla from 10:30 a.m. until gone. Miss Birdie’s chicken halves and sides of baked beans, macaroni and potato salads will be available. MORRIS - The Morris Rotary Club will hold its annual spring chicken barbecue at the Otsego County Fairgrounds in Morris on Friday, May 16, starting at 4:30 p.m. until all are sold. In addition to chicken halves, the club will also offer home made salads, baked beans and desserts. Time Life and Rebel, some of the most influential labels in bluegrass history. Led by Alabama native and 2010 inductee to the Alabama Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame, David Davis, the Warrior River Boys include banjo player Robert Montgomery, Marty Hays on bass and fiddler, Ben Sanders. Born into a musical family, with Uncle Cleo Davis, who was Bill Monroe’s original Blue Grass Boy, and with both his grandfather and father players and singers, David Davis is now recognized as one of the foremost practitioners of the Monroe mandolin technique. While his dad Leddell’s personal dream of making music may have been shattered during WWII when he lost his right hand in a mortar accident, David carried that family love of music on. Robert Montgomery, who grew up in Moulton, Ala., started learning guitar and banjo at the age of 12. He has won numerous contests including the 2004 National Old-Time Banjo Championship at Uncle Dave Macon Days in Murfreesboro, Tenn. He has been featured on television and radio programs as well as recording with others and on his own. Robert joined the Warrior River Boys in January 2008. Named after his mother’s favorite singer, Marty Robbins, Marty Hays has been on the road playing bass and singing with the band since 1995. He hails from Salem, Ill. where he’s spent the last decade organizing the Salem “Bluegrass and Barbecue Festival.” His uncle, Don Hays, performed in gospel quartets and grandmother, Bertha Prosise, was the song leader at Pleasant Grove Primitive Baptist Church. One of Marty’s most recent projects was the making of his album “Wish We Had Our Time Again,” released on Right Side Up records. Fiddler Ben Sanders found his way into bluegrass and old-time fiddle music at the age of nine. Though born in Milwaukee, Wis., he moved to Nashville, Tenn. in 2006 after graduating high school. He was the first graduate from Vanderbilt’s Blair School of Music with a degree in country, bluegrass and old-time fiddle performance under the mentorship of master fiddler, Matt Combs. Performance credits include appearances on WSM’s Grand Ole’ Opry, Garrison Keillor’s A Prairie Home Companion and RFD-TV’s Cumberland Highlanders Show. He has also won several state fiddle championships. See the ad elsewhere in this newspaper for more details. Pine Ridge Groceries WEEKLY MEAT and CHEESE SPECIALS WE DO MEAT AND CHEESE PLATTERS Meats And Cheeses Sliced In Store. Buy sliced or chunked—any amount you desire. BUY BULK BY THE POUND and $AVE — Variety of Bread Flours - Including Gluten-Free Products Nuts – Dried Fruits – Snack Mixes – and Lots More! FROM THE DELI — Wide Variety of Meats and Cheeses - Including several kinds of Swiss, Cheddar and Yogurt Cheese BORDERLINE BRASS QUINTET will entertain during Sincerely Abraham’s anniversary celebration. Members are Rick Kauffman and Tony Godoy on trumpet; William Smith on horn, Lee Weed on trombone and Jay Thornton on tuba. The group will entertain starting at 10:30 a.m. Sincerely Abraham to Celebrate 1st Anniversary BAINBRIDGE - Sincerely Abraham is celebrating their first anniversary on Saturday, April 26 with many special events taking place at 25 N. Main St. in the historic Truman House from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Special brass music by Borderline Brass Quintet will feature Civil War era music from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a break in between (11:30 – noon). The B-G girls JV softball team will have a bake sale, a variety of vendors will be setup in the front yard. You are invited to wander the 11 rooms featuring vintage Open House At Bainbridge Fire Department BAINBRIDGE – The Bainbridge Fire Department will hold an open house on Sunday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Area residents are invited to come and see what it takes to be a volunteer firefighter or emergency medical technician. Tours will be given of the fire house and the fire trucks. There will be demonstrations of the “Jaws of Life” starting at 11 a.m., and there will be fire extinguisher demonstrations throughout the day. Free refreshments will be served. as well as new merchandise with special sales and be sure and register for gift certificate and enjoy a cup of Communi Tea in the Recipe Room. See ad in this week’s newspaper for more details. ENJOY PANCAKES! UNADILLA - An all-youcan-eat pancake breakfast will be held on Saturday, April 26 from 7:30 to 11 a.m. at the Unadilla Rod and Gun Club. Proceeds to benefit Pack 1 Cub Scouts. Thank you for your support. SIDNEY - The Sidney Chamber of Commerce’s annual Community Tea May 6 will feature entertainment by a quartet from Oneonta’s City of the Hills Chorus, a chapter of Sweet Adelines International. “Home Sweet Home” is this year’s theme for the popular tea. It is only fitting that a group from The Sweet Adelines be a part of the fun evening. This marks the eighth year that tables are being sponsored and hosted by businesses, individuals and organizations. Proceeds for the event benefit the chamber’s beautification projects. These projects include flower planting in the village and music on Main Street. The “Home Sweet Home” tea will take place on Tuesday, May 6, at Sacred Heart Parish Center, 15 Liberty St., Sidney beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets will be available by pre-sale only, and can be purchased through the table sponsors. The sponsors and hostesses for this year are: It Takes A Village/Nancy Hathaway, Hill & Valley Garden Club/ Mary Jane Plummer, Humana/ Stephanie Taylor, Beta Sigma Phi (Preceptor Beta Kappa Chapter) Sharon Bell, Sidney Flowers & Gifts/Pat Cristelli, Houndstooth Bakery/Cassie Vance. Tables are also sponsored by Marge Suriano, Carol Allen and Lorrie Roach. A limited number of tickets are available by calling the chamber office at 561-2642, or stopping in the office at 24 River St., Sidney, on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday between 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. The May 6 Sidney Community Tea promises to be a sweet evening of fun, luscious desserts, good conversation and, of course, pots of flavorful tea and musical entertainment. The “Girls Night Out” quartet have been singing together for almost two years. Terry Hait sings tenor and lives in Jefferson. Carol Wood, from Oneonta, sings lead. Joanne Burdick, also from Oneonta, sings baritone. Singing bass, Sue Dana-LeViness resides in Davenport. They have a website at: http://www.harmonize. com/chc/ that has more information on Oneonta’s main Sweet Adelines group. Tickets are currently available at the hostesses mentioned above. STORE-CLEARANCE MARKDOWNS EVERYTHING MUST GO!!! Yankee Candle Votives $1.00 each Greeting Cards $1.00 each All Clothing 70% Off Daffodil Event in Franklin Is May 3 FRANKLIN - The 14th Annual Daffodil Jazz Brunch will be held on Saturday, May 3 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the home of Tom Morgan and Erna McReynolds. Live jazz music will be by The Rob Hunt Trio. Over 100,000 daffodils will be on view at the country home in Franklin. This annual event benefits the Catskill Area Hospice and Palliative Care. For reservations contact Bob Escher at 432-26773. See the ad in this week’s newspaper for more details Glad Tidings Gifts 60%-Off 74 Main St., Sidney (607) 563-2777 MON. & TUES. 12 PM-5 PM; WED.-FRI. 10 AM-5 PM; SAT. 11 PM - 3 PM Use The Equity In Your Home To Fund... New Car College Vacation OPENING FOR SEASON Sat., April 26 Gretna Gardens, LLC 2664 St. Hwy. 7, Otego 988-0063 14 greenhouses featuring flowers, perennials, bedding plants and more! Register to Win Free Hanging Basket Giveaway Opening Weekend Reg. Hrs. 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Box 208, 5 Winkler Rd., Sidney, NY 13838 Telephone: (607) 561-3526 • FAX: (607) 563-8999 E-mail: ttnews@tritownnews.com www.tritownnews.com The Tri-Town News (UPSPS 618-740) is published Thursdays for $34 per year in the counties of Broome, Chenango, Delaware and Otsego, $32 for e-mail subscriptions and $39 elsewhere by Paden Publishing, LLC, 5 Winkler Road, Sidney, NY, 13838. Periodical postage paid at Sidney, New York. Deadlines: The deadline for submitting items for publication for the current week is Monday at noon for the church page and community calendar and 5 p.m. for news items, letters to the editor, display ads, classified ads and legal notices. Holidays and special sections may require earlier deadlines that will be posted. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: THE TRI-TOWN NEWS P.O. Box 208, Sidney, NY 13838 (The Sidney Record established 1882. The Sidney Enterprise established 1895. The Bainbridge News and the Bainbridge Republican established 1867. Combined as the Sidney Record and Bainbridge News February 1959.) Continuing the Unadilla Times (established 1854) October 4, 1967. Continuing the Afton Enterprise and Harpursville Budget February 1969. Name changed to Tri-Town News, February 1, 1968. Kenneth S. Paden...................................Publisher Nancy Sue Burns.........................................Editor Anna Ritchey.......................Advertising Manager LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Young Students Need Opportunities Music Provides It saddens me to hear that the music program at Sidney Central School is in a state of decline to the point where there is no longer a marching band. Learning to play instruments throughout elementary, middle and high school led me to continue playing after graduating from Sidney. Playing music has always been a source of joy, and also stress relief, for me. That crucial opportunity to take lessons in fourth grade is something that changed the rest of my life, offering me a firm foundation in music that led to my success after high school. As an undergraduate, I was awarded a music scholarship. I was in the orchestra and wind ensemble in college and completed a minor in music performance. Now, in graduate school in New York City, I have continued playing in my university orchestra. Next spring, we will be playing at Lincoln Center. Without a strong music program from day one at Sidney, I fear that young students won’t have the same opportunity that I did. They won’t have the opportunity to find music—an interest that will enrich their lives well beyond their time at Sidney Central School. Allison Griffith Students Lose When Music Is Eliminated This letter is written on be- NEWS FROM half of Mr. Gregg Norris and the music department of the Sidney Central School District. I am a 2011 Sidney High School graduate and am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in drama at The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. I would not be where I am today if it were not for the music department’s generosity, kindness, guidance and inspiration. I am distraught to learn that the music department is becoming increasingly undervalued and abused. The students are the ultimate losers when the department is cut or stretched beyond its limits. The department provides students with opportunities that will help them grow as individuals, teach them how to work as a team and will distinguish them from their peers when applying for college. How will it make the Town of Sidney appear at the Memorial and Hometown Day Parades when they do not even have a marching band to represent their own town? If the feelings of distraught and saddened citizens when they do not see their town represented in their own parades or at the Sherburne Pageant of Bands do not persuade you to reconsider the importance of the music department, let not these letters from former music students. Nobody wants his or her community to feel that “O judgment! Thou art fled to brutish beasts, and men have lost their reason” (Julius Caesar 3.2 106-107). Anthony Papastrat N.Y. STATE SENATOR JAMES L. SEWARD Cracking Down On Sexual Predators April is National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. Each year, public campaigns presented by various organizations attempt to generate awareness about the horrific crimes that fall under the sexual assault heading. The objective is to inform individuals about available services and to provide information on additional steps being taken to assist those who have been victimized. No one should ever have to endure the pain and suffering that accompanies sexual assault. Whether at the hands of a stranger, or worse yet, a trusted family member, the physical and emotional scars never heal. The New York State Senate is taking an active role to help end these horrific crimes, passing legislation to strengthen penalties and create new charges for offenses relating to sexual crimes. Two bills, which passed in the senate recently, will help deter criminals, hold violators accountable and create safer communities throughout the state. First, Senate Bill 1459 creates significantly longer prison sentences for serial rapists. Under current law, it BY ALICIA (MARSLAND) GEROMEL SIDNEY FESTIVAL CHORUS under the direction of William Cook prepared for a concert to be held back on May 12, 1963. Photo from Sidney Record and Bainbridge News April 24, 1963 IN THE GOOD OLD DAYS SIDNEY 25 YEARS AGO April 26, 1989 A site on the west side of Mang Drive has been selected by the United States Postal Service for the location of the new Sidney Post Office. However, their selection did not generally draw favorable comment from the village officials. Sidney Village Mayor Elwood Davis said that they have until May 19 to respond to the site selection. The Chamber of Commerce has already gone on record as favoring a downtown location as being more convenient for all area residents. Mayor Davis said the postal authorities second choice was the vacant lot next to the Sidney Masonic Temple on Union St. Joe Lally opens practice to help the chemically dependent. The private treatment center for the chemically dependent is in Joe’s home in Sidney Center. Natan, the newest member of the Village of Sidney Police Department, is a canine cop who was trained as a police dog in West Germany. He understands only German so it was necessary for his partner/handler Grant Coates to take a crash language course as part of their initial training together. John Cornell, Troop 99, earns his Eagle Scout Award. John and Elena Spinu, of Sidney, were recently chosen as New York State’s Adult Students of the Year. They exemplify hard work and determination in their fight to seek freedom from communist Romania and make a new life in the United States. SIDNEY 50 YEARS AGO April 22, 1964 Scouting awards were given to three of Sidney’s scouters at the annual Yale Lyon District dinner held last week. Neighborhood commissioner Ted Miner was given the arrowhead award; Joe Hendricks was awarded a scout statuette for outstanding service in camping and activities; and Wilson Spry was awarded the Scouters’ Key. Toastmaster for the evening was District Chairman William P. Stevens. April 27, 1939 – The Carr & Hare firm has been sold to Robert Carr and Charles Landers. The firm, besides handling furniture, has been Sidney’s undertakers during all these years. Negotiations are under way through which the Congregational Church may secure about 25 feet of land in the rear of the church on Main St. from Jess Howe’s recent purchase of the Kayser Factory lot. BAINBRIDGE 25 YEARS AGO April 26, 1989 Chad Chambers and Francis Michael Winn are named the top students for 1989 at Bainbridge-Guilford School. Miss Kisten Smith’s B-G sixth graders are recognized in the National Scholastic News Kids Care Contest. The class of 21 was one of 18 outstanding entries receiving a merit award. BAINBRIDGE 50 YEARS AGO April 22, 1964 The Fourth of July weekend has been set aside for a celebration of the 175th anniversary of the founding of the community of Bainbridge. This celebration is being planned for the community by the Bainbridge Rotary Club and is being sponsored by the town and village boards. Police chief William Payne was honored at a dinner Tuesday night in celebration of his 25 years of service with the Bainbridge Police Force. April 26, 1934 – Construction of a new addition to Bainbridge Central School, costing about $85,000, is rapidly nearing completion. The gym, which may be used as an auditorium, will seat 800. UNADILLA 25 YEARS AGO April 26, 1989 Scott and Charyll Underwood operate a hydroponic greenhouse on Rt. 7 between Unadilla and Otego where they grow lettuce. Their lettuce is the first hydroponically grown product in New York State to receive the NYS Agriculture Department’s Seal of Quality and is the only hydroponically operated greenhouse in upstate New York recognized by the Agricultural Department. UNADILLA 55 YEARS AGO April 24, 1959 Unadilla’s week long historical observance, scheduled for the third week in August, will be known as “Unadilla Frontier Days.” It is believed that the title will be in keeping with our local history as the Unadilla River formed a part of the old treaty line and for years was considered the western frontier of the northeast. is possible for a judge to issue concurrent sentences for multiple counts arising from separate acts of rape. This legislation would require consecutive prison sentences for each count of first degree rape when an individual is convicted of multiple counts. Without this change, someone who commits multiple acts of rape can be sentenced as if they only committed one act. Such a horrifically violent crime requires real punishment. Next, Senate Bill 2510 creates new felony-level “computer sex crimes,” which involve offenses in which criminals use computers and the internet to commit sex crimes against children under the age of 17. The anonymity of the internet has made it easier for criminals to find their victims, especially children. These crimes also frequently involve individuals using a false identity in an effort to engage in sexual contact with minors. This bill increases penalties for such offenses and gives law enforcement additional tools to investigate. In the past, the senate has also passed Senate Bill 1391 that increases the penalty for failure to register or report a change of address by a level three sex offender. Currently, sex offenders who fail to register or report address changes only face a misdemeanor for the first offense. The penalty does not reach felony-level until a second offense. This bill punishes first-time offenders more harshly, and repeat offenders would face a higher-level felony charge. Level three sex offenders are considered to be the most dangerous and the most likely to repeat their crimes, they need to follow the laws set forth in regard to their release or face stiff penalties. This bill has been reintroduced again this year. I have also reintroduced comprehensive legislation to increase penalties for convicted sex offenders, particularly those who prey on children. Under current law, first time sex offenders convicted of a Class D felony receive a minimum sentence of only two years, while repeat offenders receive a minimum of only five years in prison. The current sentencing structure is far too lenient for such violent, life-altering crimes. My legislation, senate bill 3052, would increase the penalty for rape, criminal sexual act, or course of sexual conduct against a child in the second degree from Class D to Class C felonies. By doing so, the prison sentences would effectively double, allowing judges to hand down a maximum sentence of 15 years for first time offenders, and a 25 year maximum for repeat offenders. I am hopeful that this is the year these bills will finally receive approval by the state assembly as well so that they can be sent to the governor and signed into law. I have consistently fought for stronger laws to protect children and other vulnerable individuals from sexual pred- So, Holy Week, tax day, and going from 76 degrees to mixed rain and snow makes for an interesting run-up to Easter (while Russian airplanes buzzing our ships in the Black Sea gives everything a certain frisson of suspense). I got an e-mail this week from the rabbi head of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, basically a welfare organization for poverty-stricken Jews around the world. They also help Jews make “Aliyah,” their return to Israel from all parts of the world. This is a very fascinating story all its own, as black Jews from Ethiopia and Jews who still keep many Jewish traditions in India find their way home. The historical explanation for this is the dispersion of the “Ten Lost Tribes,” which took place when Nebuchadnezzar scattered rebellious Jews into far-flung reaches of his empire back in…600 B.C. Rabbi Eckstein observed that the “blood moon” (a dramatic name for this week’s lunar eclipse) is going to take place during Passover and that some find this ominous. It is a Middle Eastern tradition that blood moons are portents of “big doings” (usually not good) in the world of men. The reason it is called a blood moon is the copper color the moon acquires when it slips into the shadow of earth. It no longer reflects the sunlight back to us, but it still picks up a certain amount of “earthshine” (did you know we shine?), which keeps it from going totally black in the sky. I looked up the blood moon a while back for some reason and found a list of historical events that took place at the time of a lunar eclipse, most of them in and around Israel. It was impressive enough to make one wonder if there wasn’t something in the myth. When I went online to try to find it again, the ether was filled with speculations about the “Last Days” based on the fact that we get four blood moons spaced rather close together (for celestial events, that is). Such a grouping is called a tetrad. The remaining three blood moons of this tetrad are on Oct. 8, 2014; April 4, 2015; and Sept. 28; 2015. Having lived through any number of “apocalypses” in the last half century, most of us are intrigued but not afraid. In A.D. 1,000, many left their worldly goods to the poor and entered a monastery, in expectation of the Second Coming. A number of sects regale their followers regularly with predictions of the precise date of this interesting event. Even in other cultures, there have been numerous millennial movements. It seems as if human beings cannot live without some concept of the End of the World. It reminds me of a cartoon in The New Yorker many, many years ago that showed a brown-robed prophet holding a sign on the street corner with people all around him staring in horror. The sign read, “It is just going to go on and on and on.…” ators. I have also partnered with police and prosecutors to make sure they have the tools they need to arrest and lock up these depraved criminals. I vow to continue the fight to make our communities safer. Tri-Town News — Thursday, April 24, 2014— 5 “100th Birthday Party” Fire Truck Has Coventry Connection by Vicky House, Oxford Historian and Martha Schneider, Newark Valley Deputy Town Historian It’s been more than a year now since I received a call from a lady from Newark Valley. Since then, Martha and Ken Schneider and I have shared several e-mails and phone calls swapping information on an old fire truck that once belonged to Oxford. Martha is active in the fire department’s auxiliary, as well as Deputy Town Historian. Her husband, Ken, is a firefighter, fire police lieutenant, and a fire commissioner. He’s also chairman of the Newark Valley Fire Department vintage truck show where the “old,” and now “new,” fire truck will be on display. The history that we can verify at this time is that the 1914 Federal Chassis Fire Truck was manufactured in Detroit, Mich. by Federal Motor Truck Company. The chassis then traveled by rail to Utica where it was outfitted with fire equipment by O. J. Childs Company. From there, the Norwich Fire Department accepted delivery of the truck in the fall of 1914 and it became part of the Ontario Hose Company No. 3. This was Norwich’s first motorized fire apparatus. In 1920, Norwich sold the fire truck to the Oxford Fire Department for $1,500, paid for in three annual payments, and it became Oxford’s first motorized apparatus. Oxford continued using the truck until sometime in 1950 when it was sold to Charlie Niles of Coventry. By 1957, Charlie Niles used the truck in local parades. It is not exactly known when, but the truck made its way to Sanitaria Springs and the property of Leo Rosen. In 1962, Newark Valley bought the truck from Rosen for $500 and it still said, “Coventry” on the box. Newark Valley used the truck in parades for over 50 years even though the truck was never used to actually fight a fire. According to Martha, “Younger members found the antique to be in the way and wanted to get rid of it. Those who realized its importance wouldn’t stand for it, some even offering to buy it themselves just to keep it here. Luckily, good sense won out.” Martha shared a story she wrote for the Firemen’s Association of the State of New York along with the images provided for this article. Here is part of Marty’s article. “Gas on, magneto lever set, gasoline put into each of the little priming cups on top of the engine, gas valve open, throttle set, pull choke and crank! In the mid-1910s, this was stateof-the-art; something to be proud of.” “In the 1970s, there was finally enough funds for getting the wooden wheels revulcanized by an expensive process. Since then, the antique has been repainted and the seats reupholstered. TLC by many local enthusiasts has kept the old girl going these 100 years. This summer, Newark Valley will celebrate her birthday with an open invitation to other antique-owning departments for a truck show on July 12t.” “The “100th Birthday Party” Truck Show is at the New- ark Valley Firemen’s Field on July 12, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will include fire vehicles and antique trucks. The Newark Valley Fire Department still relishes the chance to show off its 1914 Federal fire truck a century later.” Now that the fire truck has been completely restored, it is one of the oldest running motorized fire trucks in the country. It continues to provide joy to parade goers, and has also been used in a few weddings. Presently, it is on loan to the Northeast Classic Car Museum in Norwich and will be in Norwich’s Centennial Parade on May 23. If you can’t get to the Northeast Classic Car Museum or to Norwich’s Centennial Parade, go to the firemen’s field in Newark Valley where you will see something you may not see again in your lifetime and help celebrate the birthday of a “beautiful old girl” who once graced Oxford. It is our hope that this article and the showing of the truck will stir up a few memories from local residents. If you have images or stories you would like to share, please don’t hesitate to contact me. We look forward to not only hearing them, but filling in the gaps on her 100 year history. Thanks to Martha and Ken Schneider and the Newark Valley Fire Department for preserving and sharing a piece of our history. THE AFTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY REMEMBERS “THE WAY WE WERE” AFTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY 116 South Main Street Afton, NY 13730 HISTORICAL MINUTES NO. 1,083 by Charles J. Decker, Afton Town and Village Historian APRIL 2014 Bernett H. Decker was the owner of the Decker farm when he built the gas station on the front of the property. He had had a gas pump installed to supply his car and tractor. Soon, Arthur Grover, my uncle across the road, wanted to buy gas and then my grandfather, Frank Decker and his brother George Decker wanted to buy gas. This was during the Great Depression and my father needed money, so in 1929 he built the gas station, which still stands today. In addition to farm work, the gas station took a lot of time. My mother pumped gas, Bernett H. Decker in the gas station which he washed windsheilds, and checked oil. build in 1929. Picture from Charles Decker. When running boards became obsolete, she could no longer check oil as she was too short. She did not feel deprived. In the picture, my father looks very pleased, surrounded by merchandise and equipment. The glass showcase held candy, chewing gum, and other items. Dale and Jenny Grover now have that case. The cash register was a McCaskey. A metal cabinet with glass door and side panels held tobacco products. Not shown, it is now in the Afton Free Library as a display cabinet. The crank telephone was later used between the house and repair garage. For several years the brand of gasoline was Pureoil. Later, for a short time, it was Shell. For the rest of the years of the gas station, the brand was Sunoco, which I still use. At an early date, ice cream was sold. My father drove to Cloverdale Farms in Binghamton to get his supply. In the beginning the ice cream was cooled in a cabinet packed with salt and dry ice. Later, an electric cooler was used and could hold more flavors. My mother dipped ice cream as did we offspring as we grew older. A cone was 5¢ for a single dip and 10¢ for a double dip. A hand-packed pint was 25¢ and a quart was 40¢. I still have the dippers and metal containers for the ice cream cartons. Ice cream is my favorite dessert. The gas station was closed for business when my father died in 1976. Sunoco emptied the tanks and removed the pumps. The building has had several uses since, including an office for a roofing business and a gift shop. Many people admire the building and some would like to buy and move it. Bainbridge Saw Lots of Activity In Later Part of 20th Century BAINBRIDGE - As the time draws closer for our Jericho to Bainbridge Bicentennial celebration on Sunday, June 1, we look at events that happened in Bainbridge between 1974 and 1993. Several new businesses started during these years. Blue Seal Feeds built their modern feed mill in 1974. The plant was automated from the unloading of ingredients to the loading of finished feeds. Quality Hardwoods brought the lumber business back into the area in 1977 when they opened on State Hwy 8. With their state-of-the-art mill they produce 5-million board feet of fine furniture and cabinet grade hardwood lumber each year. In 1985 Brent Hacker opened TEPCO on Front Street to renew trucks and other equipment with body work, sand blasting, painting and other automotive jobs. 1986 saw the building of Baker’s Maple Products on Freiot Avenue. Reed Baker took over the maple syrup business when Lloyd Sipple retired. Cliff and Barb Crouch opened Country Settings in a renovated horse barn on St. Hwy. 7. There were gifts, furniture and decorating accessories for sale. Later, Fay Parsons added a cafe. It is now The Cream of the Crop and is owned by Steve and Stephanie Soldinger. Skip Pickwick opened TRIMAC on Pruyn Street in 1986 also. This business supplies plastic injection moldings for many area businesses. Ron and Karen Noxon opened Frog Pond Farms in 1987. Customers from a wide area come to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables or flower and vegetable plants at this market. In the spring the baby ducks, chicks, turkeys, and rabbits are an attraction for the children and are for sale. The Bainbridge Credit Union had merged with the Sidney Federal Credit Union in 1980 and in 1989 they moved into what had previously been the IGA Store on South Main Street. Craig and Diane Starbird had purchased The Olde Jeri- By Mary Drachler cho Tavern in 1971 and when Bainbridge celebrated the 200th Anniversary in 1993 they prepared special meals to honor the event. Two notable citizens during these years were Charles Lord and Albert DeClue. Chuck was a bank manager for NBT and worked in the Norwich office until he retired in 1990. He was Village of Bainbridge Historian for 31 years and a founder of the Bainbridge Soup Kitchen. Al practiced law in Bainbridge for over 50 years. In 1980 he was president of the Federation of the Bar Association of the Sixth Judicial District. He was a founding member of the Community Chest and a charter member of the Bainbridge Rotary Club. He founded Boy Scout Troop 71 and served as its Scoutmaster for many years. Be looking for posters made by Greenlawn students advertising the events that will occur on Sunday, June 1 as we celebrate the name change of Jericho to Bainbridge Bicentennial. 6 — Tri-Town News — Thursday, April 24, 2014 Annual K-12 Select Art Exhibit At Sidney School Opens Apr. 30 SIDNEY - The Sidney Central Schools Visual Arts Department is pleased to announce that The 10th Annual K-12 Select Art Exhibition will commence in the conjoined elementary and junior high school hallways, Wednesday, April 30 at 6:30 p.m. This prestigious exhibit showcases the very best of the artwork made this year by all students, from kindergarten through 12th grade. Previously held in the high school community room, this years’ exhibition venue will take place in the hallways between the elementary school cafeteria and the junior high school main office. The hall- way display boards and showcases will be chock full of drawings, paintings, prints, photographs, collages, sculptures, masks, puppets and ceramics made by Sidney’s finest. Refreshments will be served in the elementary cafeteria, provided by the high school Art Club 313. The opening reception begins at 6:30 p.m. and closes at 8 p.m. Admission is free. Musical accompaniment will be provided by JP Dewey on keyboard. The show will remain intact from April 30 through May 16. Please come join us in celebrating the arts here in Sidney Cub Scout Pack 88 to Welcome New Members Thursday, May 8 SIDNEY - Join in the fun and adventure of Scouting! Cub Scout Pack 88 invites boys who will be entering first through fifth grades in September to find the “out” in Scouting. A registration night and ice cream social for new Scouts will be held on Thursday, May 8, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Parish Center, 15 Liberty St., Sidney. Cub Scouting is a priceless experience for boys and their families. Scouts develop lifetime values which make them confident, caring, good citizens as they strive to uphold the motto and promise, “Do Your Best” and “Help Other People.” If you are unable to attend the registration night or if you would like more information, please contact Jeff Bagley at 563-9715. TO CELEBRATE EARTH WEEK AND YOUTH WEEK all branches of SFCU are displaying artwork by area schools or daycares. The Sidney branch is displaying artwork of the Earth by Cullman Daycare and the Tri-Town Nursery School of Sidney. During the week of April 21 -25 stop by the Sidney branch of SFCU with your child to see the creative artwork displayed in the lobby. At the same time “Catch the Save Wave” by making a deposit into your child’s account, helping them learn the importance of early savings habits and giving them an opportunity to pick a prize. Trust these car care professionals to handle all of your auto maintenance & repair needs. AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES GUIDE FULL SERVICE DEPARTMENT THE STUDENTS AT THE CULLMAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER were asked to create some art work to decorate the Sidney SFCU branch to help the Sidney Federal Credit Union celebrate Earth Week and Youth Week. Pictured here are preschool-3 children at Cullman using their imagination to create Earth Day masterpieces. AUTO SALES & SERVICE We Service and Repair All Makes and Models Cars • Vans • Trucks • SUVs Call Doug Wheeler for an Appointment — 563-4311 FA MILY OF DE ALERSHIPS CHRYSLER - DODGE RAM - JEEP FREE Car Wash with Every Service Dept. 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Take outs will be available from 4 to 5 p.m. and dining room serving will be at 5 p.m. The proceeds will benefit the food pantries of Butternuts (Gilbertsville, Morris and Garrattsville), Unadilla, Mt. Upton and Otego. Pre-sale tickets are available by calling 764-8365, 5637713, 369-7762, 859-2430, 859-2303, 783-2308, 7832445 or 783-2452. Chinese Auction/Raffle A Chinese raffle to benefit the Community Fund of Gilbertsville and area will be held Tuesday, April 29 from 1 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday, April 30 from 1 to 7 p.m. at the Butternut Valley Grange Hall, Bloom St. Over 50 items, including gift certificates, are available. Stop in to browse and purchase tickets. Drawing will be held around 7 p.m. at close of dinner on Wednesday; you need not be present to win. FRANKLIN - The Franklin Garden Club’s lecture series will continue at 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, with Deirdre Larkin’s presentation of “Herbs Into Weeds: Medieval Medicinals Naturalized in New York State.” The lecture, at the Franklin Railroad and Community Museum, is free and open to the public; donations are welcome. Light refreshments will follow, with the opportunity to meet the speaker and exchange ideas with fellow gardeners. Larkin is a horticulturist and plant historian with a special interest in medicinal herbs and medieval pharmacology. She was associated for some 20 years with the gardens of The Cloisters, a branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and was the creator and principal contributor to The Medieval Garden Enclosed, a blog on the museum website devoted to the plants and gardens of the Middle Ages. She has recently left her position as managing horticulturist at The Cloisters to live and garden in Bovina. Lectures still to come include Steve Whitesell, “Bulbs For the Longest Possible Bloom Season,” on May 17 and Mel Bellar, “Fall and Winter Interest in the Garden,” on May 31. The Franklin Railroad and Community Museum, 572 Main St., Franklin, is the large building behind the National Bank of Delaware County. The entrance is to the left of the town clerk building. There is ample parking. White Elephant Sale in Bainbridge BAINBRIDGE - The First United Methodist Church, North Main St., Bainbridge, will be holding a White Elephant Sale on Saturday, April 26, from 8 a.m. to – noon There will be various items for men, women and children, all at reasonable prices. Proceeds from this sale will go towards Praise In The Park, a Christian music festival held at Clinton Park, Bainbridge. This year’s festival will be held on Sunday, July 27. Come to the sale and support the music festival. B-G Board Meets May 1 GUILFORD - The Bainbridge-Guilford Central School will hold a Board of Education Meeting on Thursday, May 1, in the Guilford Cafeteria at 6:30 p.m. The business portion of the meeting will start at 7 p.m. Tri-Town News — Thursday, April 24, 2014— 7 Local Performers Will Entertain May 3 to Benefit Laurens Church ONEONTA - On Saturday, May 3, at 8 p.m., The Little Red House, 561 County Highway 11, in Oneonta, will host an evening to benefit the Laurens Presbyterian Church featuring Party of Two, the duo of DJ (Davey Joe) Potter, vocalist, and JoAnn Bertone Chmielowski, pianist, with special guest vocalist Judy Pitel. The charismatic, upbeat style of this group and their musical selections guarantees a fun with broad appeal. Music selections cross genres and generations and feature the music of the 1960s and 1970s. For more info call 353-7098, or e-mail Party of Two at chmusic2me@yahoo.com. A free will donation is asked to benefit the Laurens Presbyterian Church. Refreshments are available. DJ Dave Joe Potter’s rich and versatile voice easily lends itself to the varied tones of artists such as Neil Diamond, Elvis Presley, Bobby Darin, Frank Sinatra and Blood, Sweat and Tears, as well as to the operatic ballads of Andrea Bocelli and Josh Groban. One can easily sense passion conveyed throughout his musical selections, especially when he is performing in Italian and Spanish. In addition to DJ’s musical performances throughout the Leatherstocking Region and Southern Tier, DJ’s onstage experience includes over two decades performing musical and dramatic theater in the Oneonta area for Orpheus, White Knuckle, and Foothills Productions. A stellar accompanist, as well as soloist, with over 12 years of professional experience as jazz pianist for the Al Gallodoro Quartet, JoAnn Bertone Chmielowski also has roots in rock, folk, rock, reggae and blues. JoAnn presents yet another side of her musical versatility as pianist and arranger with the contemporary programs of Party Of Two. Her performance venues have included West Kortright Center, Saratoga ‘s Caffè Lena, The Corning Jazz Festival and the Night Eagle, numerous live radio performances on WSKG and WAMC, Dancing on the Air with Jay Ungar and Molly Mason, as well as club gigs, and concert series in the Oneonta, and the Capital Region. She also is member of the alternative folk group Polish Moses. Judy Pitel has appeared in a variety of roles with productions in Tri-Town Theatre, Sidney, Orpheus Theatre, Oneonta, Otego UMC Little Theatre Players, and most recently The Out of the Woodwork Players, Bainbridge. Judy is also the founder and director of the annual Student/ Staff Variety Show at Unatego and performs in that show as well. PARTY OF TWO JoAnn Bertone Chmielowski and DJ Potter will perform with Judy Pitel, right, on May 3 in Oneonta at The Little Red House. CSO Culminates 2013-2014 Season With Premier ONEONTA - Catskill Symphony Orchestra (CSO) presents its final concert of the season, the Hans and Edith Wilk Memorial Concert, on Saturday, April 26, at 7:30 p.m. in SUNY Oneonta’s Hunt Union Ballroom. The evening will include Mozart’s Coronation Mass and the East Coast premier of Edward Green’s Music for Shakespeare. Green’s music was well received by CSO’s audience this past season when the orchestra performed his work, Once Upon a Time… “The success of the performance of Green’s previous work lends a great deal of excitement and anticipation to the East Coast premier of Music for Shakespeare,” said CSO’s music director Charles Schneider, “and to end this amazing season with such great fanfare is truly an honor.” Additionally, CSO welcomes numerous guest artists for the evening, as the concert will feature both the SUNY Oneonta and Hartwick Col- lege choirs, under the direction of Dr. Robert Barstow and Dr. Colin Armstrong, respectively. Single tickets are $30. Thanks to a generous anonymous donation, free tickets are available for students and up to two adult chaperones per student order. This offer is also valid for unaccompanied high school and college students. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www. catskillsymphony.net or call 436-2670. To stay connected to CSO throughout the year become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/catskillsymphonyorchestra. This performance is generously supported by Bassett Healthcare Network with additional support from Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. The performance is also made possible with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, a state agency. Vital support for this performance is also provided by SUNY Oneonta. Chocolate Lovers Festival Is Sat., May 3 Entries Sought for Fine Arts Show BAINBRIDGE - Applications are still available for your art and photography to be displayed in the Jericho Arts Council Fine Arts Show. Artists 18 years and older are eligible to enter their original, 2D art which has never been entered in this show. Monetary awards in each category, may include first, second, third and Honorable Mention. There are also special awards for Best in Show ($200), People’s Choice ($50) and the Daniel Tennant Award for realism ($50). Artists may enter up to two pieces per category. Entry forms are available at www.jerichoarts.com. Save money and pre-register by mailing entry forms and fees to JAC c/o 5 Highland Ave., Afton, NY 13730. Ap- Fine Arts Show Scheduled In Bainbridge for May 3-10 BAINBRIDGE - Art lovers, mark your calendars! The Jericho Arts Council Fine Arts Show will run Saturday, May 3 through Saturday, May 10. Artists from throughout the region will exhibit their most exciting pieces. Come upstairs to the Town Hall Theater, at 15 North Main St. (Route 7, across from the old Jericho Tavern), Bainbridge. The show is free and open to all, each day from 1 to 7 p.m. except for the closing day, Saturday, May 10, when the public is invited from 1 to 3 p.m. with the closing ceremony at 2 p.m. The creative work of regional artists will include diverse media. Bring your family and friends to learn about and enjoy works in photography, oil, acrylic, watercolor, drawings and graphics including collage, mixed media, pastel and printmaking. This show is a rich addition to the opportunity to spend a relaxing afternoon surrounded by the best of local art. Expand your horizons, do something different, be surprised, come relax and be inspired at the 2014 JAC Fine Arts Show. plications must be received by April 24 for discounted registration fees ($10 to $12). Unregistered entries can be accepted up to the day of installation ($2 additional fee). For additional info, go online or call 208-5037. UNADILLA - The annual Chocolate Lovers Festival will be held on Saturday, May 3, at the Unadilla Center United Methodist Church on Butternut Road, 5 ½ miles from Route 7 in Unadilla. The festival will start at 2 p.m. and will end at 6 p.m. Chocolate desserts and ice cream sundaes will be available. Stop in for an afternoon snack or dessert after dinner. The members of the church have compiled a collection of chocolate recipes and their Chocolate Lovers Cookbook will be on sale. Crafts will be on sale as well. Everyone who comes will have an opportunity to win a door prize. If you love chocolate you will love our Chocolate Lovers Festival. Guilford Planners Cancel Meeting GUILFORD – The Guilford Planning Board meeting scheduled for April 28 has been cancelled. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. - ORGANIZATIONS NEED FUNDRAISERS? CALL FOR DETAILS 563-7400 Pick Up Available Located Next to 774 St. Hwy. 7,Unadilla Free Film In Afton Set for April 28 AFTON - Afton’s Fourth Monday Film Series offering for April is The Scent of Green Papaya. This film follows Mui, a 10-year-old girl trained to be a house servant in 1950s Vietnam, as she grows up in pre-war Saigon. Dialogue seems almost tertiary in this film, which celebrates the visual and auditory senses, as the young girl discovers the world around her and marvels at every new sight, sound and scent she experiences while going about her workday life. This film will be shown on Monday, April 28, at 7 p.m. at the VFW Hall at 187 Main St., Afton. All Film Series showings are free to the public. We will design and build your in-ground or above-ground pool to meet your family’s needs and expectations. Our mission is to help you realize your dream of spending those hot summer months in a cool pool creating memories in your own backyard. The rest of the year will find you relaxing in a bubbly-hot spa, allowing your daily stress to evaporate into the cool evenings. We’ve been in the pool and spa business since the days of disco. Not only are we experts in spa installation and maintenance, we are users as well. We carry a large inventory of the world’s top spas and hot tubs. So give us a call now, and we’ll get you in a spa (within your budget) in no time flat. From new installations to repair and maintenance, we offer the region’s top expertise in all things pool & spa. CALL TODAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE 336-POOL, OR IN SIDNEY CALL 607-563-7946, or go to www.bdpoolspa.com for more info. 8 — Tri-Town News — Thursday, April 24, 2014 OBITUARIES Marjorie E. Almy UNADILLA - Marjorie E. Almy, 99, a resident of Otsego Manor, formerly of Unadilla, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Monday, April 14, 2014 at Otsego Manor in Cooperstown. Marjorie was born on Nov. 18, 1914, daughter of the late Orvil and Lillian (Darling) Sheldon in Knox. On Dec. 24, 1938, she was married to George C. Almy in Schoharie. He predeceased her on Dec. 18, 1996. Marjorie was a longtime employee of Amphenol Corporation, working as an office secretary from 1957 until her retirement in 1978. In their earlier years, Marge and George loved to travel; they had a motor home that they drove all across the country. She was a dedicated member of the East Guilford United Presbyterian Church. Marjorie is survived by two sons, Richard Almy, Harrisonburg, Va. and Robert and Cheryl Almy, Hurricane, Utah; one daughter, Sandra and William Burnham, Otego; 11 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and two great-greatgrandchildren; companion and best friend, Megan; and dear friends and neighbors, Morris and Arldine Coddington. In addition to her husband; she was predeceased by her brother, Clarence Sheldon; and three sisters, Antoinette Dillon, Caroline Barton and Grace Marks. A memorial service was held on April 19, at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Sidney with Rev. Patty Wolff, pastor of East Guilford Presbyterian IN MEMORIAM In Memory of Eric Warren May 5, 1963-April 24, 1983 We miss your smile, Your joking ways. We miss the things you used to say, And when old times we do recall, It’s when we miss you most of all! Love & Miss You, Mom, Kim and Greg 4-24(1w)p Church officiating. Burial will be held at a later date in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Sidney. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to either the Delaware Valley Humane Society, 101 E. Main St., Sidney, NY 13838 or to the East Guilford Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 147, Sidney. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family online at www.landersfh. com. Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Sidney. Lynnette Jean Loomis Baciuska AFTON - Lynnette Jean Loomis Baciuska passed away peacefully on April 21, 2014 at the Norwich Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Norwich. She was born on Nov. 10, 1923, the daughter of the late Lynn and Jeanetta (Neidlinger) Loomis. On June 26, 1948, she married Valent John Baciuska at the North Afton United Methodist Church. He predeceased her on Dec. 29, 2006. Lynnette attended the North Afton District School through sixth grade and graduated from Afton Central School in 1941. She graduated from Delhi Tech and worked for General Dairy Service of Utica in their labs in Utica, Saratoga Springs and Delhi as a lab technician during WW II. After raising her children and working alongside her husband on the family farm, she went to work for Afton Central School as secretary to three superintendents for 13 years, retiring in 1986. She is survived by her son, Lynn (Synthia) Baciuska, Afton; daughters, Gloria (Curtis) Harvey, Afton and Jeanetta (Gordon) Feinstein, Endicott; grandchildren, Lynn (Dawn) Baciuska, Jr., Afton, Jamie (Stacy) Baciuska, Afton, Cody (Kristin) Baciuska, Cobleskill, Tricia (Glenn) Hippenstiel, Mt. Upton, Crystal (Danielle) Harvey, Apalachin and Tammy (William) Ruettgers, Charlotte, N.C.; great-grandchildren, Madison, Hunter, Blake, Elijah, Braydon, Benjamin, Adam, Keith, Victoria, Nicholas, Taylor and Zachary; several nephews, nieces Westcott Funeral Home is in full operation and has been since 1976. We are here to serve you in your time of loss. 123 Main Street, Unadilla, NY 13849 607-369-4122 and cousins; special nieces, LynAnn Visneski and Cynthia Delescavage, who spent summers with the family after their mother, Lynnette’s sister, Elizabeth, passed away in 1953. Among her interests were her 10 years as a 4-H leader and as an election inspector. Lynnette belonged to the United Methodist Women, Chenango Co. Home Demonstrator, Afton Grange, PTA, DAR, Afton Senior Citizens and Afton Historical Society. She was a member of the North Afton United Methodist Church for more than 75 years, where she held positions as church treasurer, organist, Sunday school teacher and interchurch council. Lynnette was proud of the Service to Mankind Award she received from the Afton Sertoma Club. She loved her family, had a great sense of humor and always looked for the good in everyone. One of her favorite sayings was “always do and say the kindest thing in the kindest way.” This is how she lived her life. Funeral services will be held at the North Afton United Methodist Church on Saturday, April 26, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Benjamin Shaw officiating. Burial will be in North Afton Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the OsterhoudtMadden Funeral Home, 6971 Maple St., Harpursville on Friday, April 25, from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the North Afton United Methodist Church, 212 County Rd. 17, Afton, NY 13730 or the Afton Historical Society, 116 Main St., Afton, NY 13730. The family wishes to thank the staff at the Norwich Rehab and Nursing Center for the kind and compassionate care given to Lynnette. Online condolences may be made at www.omaddenfh. com. Dolores Ruth Morey Bauer LADSON, S.C. - Dolores Ruth Morey Bauer, 71, of Ladson, S.C., died Monday, April 14, 2014 in Charleston, S.C. Dolores was born Dec. 29, 1942 in Danbury, Conn., a daughter of the late Warren and Dorothy (Jump) Morey. Her family lived in Masonville also. She was a retired manager for Citgo in Brattleboro, Vt. She is survived by sons, Wayne Bauer, Fla. and Carl Bauer, Conn.; daughters, Bonnie Roberts and Michelle Taylor, both of S.C.; brothers, Ronald Morey, Conn. and Robert Morey, Masonville; sisters, Patricia Raymond, Conn., Laura Gorman, Fla. and JoAnn Gray, Masonville; one half-brother, Warren, Ark.; nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her half-sister, Phyllis. Services and burial were held on April 21 with burial in Masonville Cemetery, Masonville. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family online at www.landersfh. com. Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Sidney. Mildred E. Huntington Robert L. Hall, Sr. BAINBRIDGE - Robert Lawrence Hall, Sr., 62, of Bainbridge, went to be with his beloved wife, Cynthia, on April 16, 2014. He was born to the late Charles and Cora Hall on July 18, 1951 in Walton. He married the late Cynthia Hall on July 25, 1970 where they resided in Bainbridge. Bob is survived by his four children, Robert Hall, Jr. and Julia Ahr, Mt. Upton, Terry Hall, Bainbridge, Shane Hall and Lori Fox, Afton and Angie Hall and Joe Humprey, Afton; grandchildren, Akelyah Hall, Dakota Hall and Colton Hall; brothers, William and Randy Hall; sister, Sandee Hall; mother-in-law, Dorothy Mackey; brothers-in-law, Spike Gardepe and Jeffrey Mackey; sisters-in-law, Bonnie George, Tina Mackey, Lisa Murphy, Mary Jane Mackey, Tina Hall, Hope Hall, Roxanne Hall and Linda Hall; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, Charles Hall; and his mother, Cora Hall; brothers, Charles Hall and Tim Hall; sister, Patty Gardepe; brothers-in-law, Denny Paige, Fred Mackey, Donald Mackey, Russell Mackey and Phil Murphy; father-in-law, Elson F. Mackey, II; niece, Christina Hulse; and great-nephew, Dylan Polomcean. Bob was a long time worker at the Amphenol Corporation for 35 years. Growing up and working on a dairy farm, Bob was a true cowboy. His favorite pastimes included hunting, fishing, riding his horse, Al, and listening to his favorite band, the Hulse Brothers. He devoted much of his time and energy to his avid passion for horses. Most importantly, Bob enjoyed spending time with his three grandchildren. For many years, Bob battled against his illness. His endless drive to survive showed true strength; Bob was a fighter. He continued to maintain his trademark sense of humor all the way to the end. Bob’s large heart and generosity towards others will never be forgotten. He will forever be remembered by his family, friends and countless others whom were blessed to know him. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, April 24 at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, 21 Main St., Sidney. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 25 at the funeral chapel with Rev. Fred Albrecht officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery, Bainbridge. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family online at www.landersfh. com. Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Sidney. MT. UPTON - Mildred Emily (Dicks) Huntington, 88, went to be with the Lord on April 16, 2014 at the New York State Veterans Home at Oxford where she had resided since 2005. She was born on March 25, 1926 in Trout Creek, the daughter of the late Clyde and Elma (Wilson) Dicks. On Sept. 6, 1953 in Unadilla, she married Forrest Huntington of Mt. Upton, who predeceased her in 1996. In addition to her parents and her husband, Forrest; Mildred was also predeceased by her two sisters, Zelda Dicks in 1935 and Joanna Constable in 2000; and a daughter, Lola Marlene Huntington in 1958. Mildred is survived by two daughters, Gilda Ward (Matthew), Mt. Upton and Diane Huntington (William Monroe), Sherburne; four grandchildren, Ryan Ostrander, Walton, Joshua Ostrander, Sprakers, Adam Ward, Belmont, Calif. and Ashley Ostrander, Noblesville, Ind.; and three great grandchildren, Kaylana Campbell, Olivia and Sophia Ostrander; as well as several nieces and nephews. Mildred grew up in the Walton area until her family moved to Unadilla to work for Chambers and Sons. This gave her ample opportunity to be around lots of horses, which was her real passion. During WW II, Mildred joined the war effort by working for Scintilla in Sidney. In 1950, she received her beautician’s license from Triple Cities School of Beauty in Binghamton. She was employed for a time as a hairdresser for Bresee’s Department Store in Oneonta. Through a mutual friend, she met her husband, Forrest. After marriage, Mildred and her husband ran their family dairy farm located outside of Rockdale. She worked hard helping with the daily farm chores, tending and harvesting a large vegetable garden and raising two growing girls. Almost all the food she served was homegrown and homemade. In the late1950s, she also worked in her parents’ bakery in Unadilla. In the mid-1960s, Mildred was employed as a machine assistant at Keith Clark, while continuing to help run the family farm, as well. She worked at Keith Clark until her retirement in 1991. Just after her retirement, she lived out her lifelong dream of going on a trip to Nashville, Tenn. After Forrest’s death, Mildred sold the family farm and moved to Sidney. In 2003, she became a resident of the Skilled Nursing Facility of The Hospital in Sidney until it closed and then moved to the Oxford Veterans Home where she resided until her death. Mildred was a member of the Church of Christ in Sidney. Mildred and her husband had earlier attended the First Baptist Church in Mt. Upton. Faith in God was a very important part of her daily life. “Millie” was a good friend and listening ear to so many around her. Her legacy of hard work and dedication com- bined with a loving and caring spirit showed forth God’s love to her friends and family and endeared her to so many. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Friends called April 22 at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Sidney. Funeral services will take place at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 23 with Larry Bailey of the Church of Christ of Sidney officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery, Bainbridge. Condolences and memories may be shared with Millie’s family online at www.landersfh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Sidney. Darryl R. Sheldon MORIAH - Darryl R. Sheldon, 49, of Moriah, passed away peacefully at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington, Vt., on April 17, 2014 following a brief, but courageous battle with leukemia. He was born on May 5, 1964, to Charles and Irmabelle (Beers) Sheldon in Oneonta. He attended Unatego Schools in Otego, and worked in maintenance at Fox Hospital in Oneonta. Darryl married Lisa Whitford in 2013 and worked at Middlebury College in Vt. They attended Moriah United Methodist Church. He loved the outdoors, especially hunting and camping. He loved riding his Harley (he enjoyed traveling cross country with his brother, Mark, in 1982) and blue grass music. He had a tender spirit and a gentle loving way with animals. He got great joy from his miniature donkeys and many cats. Darryl loved the simple things in life and was constantly doing things to make life better for those around him. He is survived by his wife, Lisa Sheldon, Moriah; two sons, Noah and Adam, Otego; his mother, Irmabelle Sheldon, Otego; three sisters, Colleen (Gary) Bushnell and Laurel Johnsen, Otego and Faith (Glen) Stearns, Newnan, Ga.; three brothers, Charles (Patty) Sheldon, Jr., Bay City, Mich., Mark (Dana) Sheldon, Otego and Matthew Sheldon, Morris; as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Darryl was predeceased by his father, Charles Sheldon, Sr.; his maternal grandparents, Ira and Doris Beers; and his paternal grandparents, William and Edith Sheldon. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 26, at Evergreen Cemetery in Otego, with Reverend Keith Marlett officiating. Family and friends are invited to a luncheon at First Christian Church, County Route 6 (West Branch of the Otsdawa) following the service. There will be a celebration to honor his life on May 4, from 2 - 4 p.m., at Darryl and Lisa’s home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Thera-Pets, Inc., PO Box 319, Peru, NY 12972 or Angel Connections, PO Box 421, Ticonderoga, (Continued on Page 9) Tri-Town News — Thursday, April 24, 2014— 9 Wind Ensemble to Present Concert Sunday, May 4, in Oneonta ONEONTA - The Catskill Valley Wind Ensemble, under the director of Scott Rabeler, will present its Spring 2014 Concert on Sunday, May 4, at 2 p.m. in Oneonta’s First United Methodist Church. Special features include Charles Schneider as guest conductor and Sunny Li-Ju Chen as marimba soloist. The concert is free and open to the public, with donations gratefully accepted. Guest conductor Charles Schneider has been the music director and conductor of the Catskill and Schenectady Symphony Orchestras for over 40 years, and was the founding conductor of the Glimmerglass Opera Orchestra. Presenters said his selections—Beethoven’s Egmont Overture, the Triumphal March from Verdi’s “Aida,” and a medley from Bernstein’s West Side Story—reflect his rich experience as a symphonic, operatic and Broadway conductor. Chen, who teaches music in the Oneonta schools and conducts the middle school band, holds degrees in percussion performance, conducting, and music education from SooChow University in Taiwan, Florida International University, and Oklahoma State University. She will present the challenging first movement of David R. Gillingham’s Concerto No. 2 for Marimba and Wind Ensemble. Scott Rabeler will lead the ensemble in performances of H. Owen Reed’s La Fiesta Mexicana, Henry Fillmore’s His Honor march, and a medley of march selections from Meredith Wilson’s The Music Man as arranged by Leroy Anderson. The concert is made possible by grants from the Dewar and Future for Oneonta Foundations, and by public funding from the Chenango Arts Council’s Decentralization Program, a re-grant program of the NYS Council of the Arts, with support from Governor Cuomo and the NYS Legislature. For more information, call 432-7085 or go to www. catskillwinds.com. Come One, Come All To the 125th Afton Fair AFTON - This year we are celebrating the 125th year of the Afton Fair with opening day on July 9 at 4 pm. We will be having our annual Community Parade starting at 7 p.m. Lineup will be at 6 p.m. We would like to invite the public to come and help us celebrate. Build a float, bring your antique car, wagon, truck, tractor or what have you and march in our parade to help us celebrate opening day. We would like to send a special invitation to all veterans from all wars to come and be our Grand Marshalls this year to say “Thank You” to all the men and women who have, and are serving, this wonderful country. We will be having a moment of silence in front of the grandstands for all those who cannot be with us to celebrate. This year, all entries will be judged with first place receiving a trophy and second and third place will receive plaques. We will be having firemen games after the parade followed with fireworks at dark. So come out and help us celebrate this monumental year for us. Come ride the rides, OBITUARIES (Continued from Page 6) NY, 12883. Arrangements by the Westcott Funeral Home, 123 Main St., Unadilla. Cindy Lee White MT. UPTON - Cindy Lee White, 60, a life long resident of Mt. Upton, passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2014 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. Cindy was born on April 6, 1954, daughter of the late Charles and Esther (Van Namee) White in Sidney. She grew up and spent her entire life in Mt. Upton, graduating from Mt. Upton High School with the Class of 1972. She was a long time employee of Acco (formerly Mead) in Sidney, working as a machine assistant for over 39 years. play the games, and eat, drink and be merry! If you have any questions or thoughts please call 639-2682 or 639-1525. If no one answers please leave a message and we will return your call. ACS Plans Parent Information Night AFTON - On Tuesday, May 13, Afton Elementary School will hold a pre-kindergarten and kindergarten parent/guardian information night in the elementary cafeteria starting at 6 p.m. If you have a child who will be turning four on or before Dec. 1, 2014, your child is eligible for pre-kindergarten. Please call the elementary office at 639-8234 if you have not received an application packet. Applications will be accepted until noon on Friday, May 16. There will be a morning and an afternoon program. If your child turns five on or before Dec. 1, 2014, he/she is eligible for kindergarten. Please contact the elementary office at 639-8234 if you have not received a registration packet. Cindy is survived by her two sisters, Faye and Leon Ruling, Sidney and Kay Costello, Mt. Upton; six nephews and nieces, Timothy, Angela, Brian, Michelle, Brent and Christopher; as well as several grandnephews and nieces; her best friend, Bonnie; and her two beloved feline companions, Bonnie O and Socks. In addition to her parents, Cindy was predeceased by her brother, Dennis White. Graveside services in Maplewood Cemetery in Mt. Upton will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Cindy’s name may be directed to the Friends of Bassett Healthcare Network, 1 Atwell Rd., Cooperstown, NY 13326 for their Cardiac Care Unit. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family online at www.landersfh. com. Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Sidney. Health Alert - Governor Cuomo Advises New Yorkers to Be Cautious of Ticks as Warmer Weather Arrives ALBANY - Governor Andrew M. Cuomo recently alerted New Yorkers to take precautions to prevent diseases that are transmitted by ticks as springtime weather arrives throughout the state. “While New Yorkers are out taking advantage of the spring weather, it is important to ensure safety remains a top priority,” Governor Cuomo said. “New Yorkers of all ages should take a few moments to educate themselves about the health risks associated with tick bites and take proper precautions to protect themselves from them.” Lyme disease is caused by the bite of an infected deer tick. Ticks are active when the weather stays above freezing, usually from April through November. The time of greatest concern is in late spring and early summer when nymphal ticks are active. In the nymphal stage of life, deer ticks are small (about the size of a poppy seed) and difficult to see. Nymphal deer ticks are responsible for the majority of Lyme disease cases. In tickinfested areas, any contact with vegetation, even playing in a well-manicured yard, can result in exposure to ticks. While this past winter was unusually harsh, the abundant and long-lasting snow cover likely provided insulation to allow ticks to survive the winter. Deer ticks, carriers of at least four different pathogens, are starting to emerge and will be present for the next several months across the state. “The good news is that Lyme and other tick-borne diseases are preventable by taking simple precautions such as wearing light colored clothing, tucking pants into socks and doing a tick check after being in wooded or grassy areas,” State Health Commissioner Nirav R. Shah, M.D., M.P.H., said. Lyme and other tick-borne diseases Lyme disease is caused by bacteria transmitted by infected deer ticks (both nymphs and adults), which are most active when temperatures are above freezing. Lyme disease can affect people of any age. Since reporting of Lyme disease to DOH began in 1986, more than 100,000 cases have been documented. While there are year-to-year variations, New York State averages more than 5,500 new Lyme diseases cases each year. Individuals who spend time in grassy and wooded environments are at greatest risk of exposure. It is important to do thorough body checks for ticks after playing or working outdoors, paying close attention to armpits, the area behind the knees and ears, the hairline, the waist, and the groin. Lyme disease is spread when an infected tick bites a person and remains attached for 36 hours or more. In 60-80 percent of cases an expanding rash resembling a bull’s eye or solid patch will appear near the site of the bite. If an expanding rash more than two inches apart appears or flu-like symptoms occur over a 30-day period following a tick bite, or if an expanding rash more than two inches across appears, contact your health care provider immediately. If a tick is found on the body, it is critical to remove it immediately, preferably with fine point tweezers, grasping the tick as close to its attachment to the skin. When removing a tick, if its mouthparts break off and remain in the skin, do not Choose a repellent that con- borne disease may not appear be concerned. The mouthparts tains DEET, picaridin or oil of for 7-21 days or longer after alone cannot transmit Lyme lemon eucalyptus. Use prod- a tick bite, so watch your dog disease because the infective ucts that contain permethrin closely for changes in behavbody of the tick is no longer only on clothes. Treat cloth- ior or appetite if you suspect attached. The mouthparts can ing and gear, such as boots, that your pet has been bitten be left alone. They will dry up pants, socks and tents. Treated by a tick. and fall out by clothing or gear To reduce the chances that themselves in a remains protec- a tick will transmit disease to Precautions Can tive few days or they through you or your pets: can be removed Help Prevent Lyme several wash- • Check your pets for ticks as you would a ings. Pre-treated daily, especially after they and Other Ticksplinter. clothing is also spend time outdoors. Borne Diseases Lyme disease available and • If you find a tick on your is just one of sevremains protecdog, remove it right away. eral diseases that tive for up to 70 • Ask your veterinarian to can be transmitted by ticks. washings. Follow the label diconduct a tick check at Others include babesiosis, ana- rections when using repellents each exam. plasmosis, ehrlichiosis, Rocky and apply in small amounts, • Talk with your veterinarMountain spotted fever, and avoiding contact with the ian about using tick preinfections from Powassan and/ eyes, nose or mouth. Use only ventives on your pet. or deer tick viruses. The key to small amounts when applying • Always follow label inpreventing Lyme disease and repellants on children. structions when applying other tick-borne diseases is Preventing Ticks tick preventives to your taking safety precautions beon Your Pets pet. fore heading into areas where Dogs are very susceptible Note: Cats are extremeticks may be present. to tick bites and tick-borne ly sensitive to a variety of Anyone who will be spend- diseases — more susceptible chemicals. Do not apply any ing time in a grassy or wooded than cats. Vaccines are not tick preventative to your cats area should: available for all the tick-borne without first consulting your • Make sure shirts are tucked diseases that dogs can get, and veterinarian! in and also tuck pants into they don’t keep the dogs from Additional information socks to prevent ticks from bringing ticks into your home. about tick-borne diseases and accessing the skin. For these reasons, it is impor- recommended precautions • Wear long sleeve shirts tant to use a tick preventive can be found at: http://www. and pants, when practical. product on your dog. health.ny.gov/diseases/com• Wear light colored clothTick bites on dogs may be municable/lyme/. and www. ing that will make it easier hard to detect. Signs of tick- cdc.gov/lyme to spot and remove ticks. • Check for ticks every two to three hours while outdoors and brush off any ticks you find before they attach. Need help with understanding your CHOICES and • Bathe or shower as soon COVERAGE? 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You’re invited to a free seminar! “Everything You Want to Know About Urinary Incontinence but Are Embarrassed to Ask” Tuesday, April 29, 2014 5:30 – 6:30pm UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital Hospital Conference Room Don’t let Urinary Incontinence control you! uhs.net Do you have trouble controlling when you urinate? Do you leak urine when you cough, sneeze or laugh too hard? Do you have a problem with urgency and frequency? Urinary Incontinence is treatable and UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital is ready to help. Find out about available treatments at this free & informational lecture hosted by Urogynecologist F. Ross Baxter, MD. Registration is not required. For more information call: 373-0570 10 — Tri-Town News — Thursday, April 24, 2014 Summer Jobs Available for Area Youth through CDO Workforce E. Guilford Cemetery Assoc. To Meet Monday, May 5 EAST GUILFORD - The annual meeting for the East Guilford Cemetery will be held on Monday, May 5 at the East Guilford Presbyterian Church at 7 p.m. All officers and lot owners of the cemetery are asked to attend this annual meeting. The cemetery is a not-forprofit organization and any donations made to the cemetery are tax deductible. This past year we had the old trees removed from the front of the cemetery as they were losing limbs in strong winds and had damaged a couple of grave stones. We planted four new trees that will not grow to such heights to replace them. The upkeep of the grounds is very important to the lot owners of the cemetery so keeping the lawn cut and in good order is of great importance. Any donations for the cemetery are greatly appreciated. Monetary donations can be sent to Diane Bradshaw, 244 Meadowland Rd., Sidney Center, NY 13809. SIDNEY - Are you a youth between 14 and 20? Are you looking for a summer job? Well, you’ve came to the right article. Delaware County CDO Workforce is now recruiting young people ages 14-20 for summer employment opportunities in their communities. In the past, we have placed over 100 participants in different jobs around the county. This is a great opportunity for young adults to gain valuable work experience and explore a field of interest. We will work with you to place you in a job you feel comfortable in. Jobs can range from custodial work, clerical, landscaping, or even working in a kitchen. Eligibility is based on family Rogers Hollow Cemetery Assoc. Meeting April 26 UNADILLA - The annual meeting of the Rogers Hollow Cemetery Association will be held on Saturday, April 26, at 9 a.m. in the Rogers Hollow Community House located across from the Friends Church on Otsego Co. Rte. 2. Plans will be made for the spring clean-up, as well as any other business that may come before the meeting. All who have an interest in this historic site are welcome and encouraged to attend. Deadline Set to Apply For ARC Project Funding LASAGNA DINNER Served With Salad, Homemade Garlic Rolls And Dessert Garlic Free & Vegetable Lasagna Will Be Available Monday, April 28 Serving from 4-until all served • Adults $8 • Ages 6-12 $5 • Under 6 FREE Unadilla United Methodist Church, Main St., Unadilla (Across from Great American) FROG POND FARM IS NOW OPEN for the season. A new, larger corn bin has been redesigned and is located in the perennial greenhouse. Pictured here are Ava and Harleigh Anderson who stopped in to visit their Aunt Ronda and Uncle Drew. The corn bin and two new picnic tables nearby for parents and grandparents, etc. to sit and interact with the children. As always, the baby chicks, bunnies, pigs and goats are a delight for all. Jericho Arts Council Presents The Town Hall Opry David Davis & the Warrior RiverBoys Sat., April 26 at 8:00 p.m. General Admission: $12.00 • Seniors & Students: $10.00 • Family: $25.00 • Opry Passes: $60.00 Tickets are available at the door or reserve ahead by calling Evelyn Baker at 967-7228 — IN THE GALLERY FEATURING — Kayleigh Bigford Next Band: Sat. May 10 - Brother Sun The Town Hall Theatre Main St., Bainbridge income-200% of poverty level (Family of four- $47,700). If you are receiving: Family Assistance/Safety Net, Medicaid, Food Stamps, HEAP, SSI, or Free or Reduced School Lunch, you automatically qualify for the program. Additional job opportunities that are not income-based may also be available so feel free to fill out an application even if you are over income. Applications are available for pick up at your school’s guidance office or stop by your local CDO Workforce Office in Sidney or Delhi. For more information call CDO Workforce at 561-7550 and ask for April Feyh. We look forward to meeting all of you this summer. www.jerichoarts.com Catskill Choral Society presents Rachmaninoff Vespers And introducing... Catskill Choral Society Youth Choir R. Colin Armstrong, DMA, — Artistic Director & Conductor Timothy Horne — Accompanist Kasey Stewart & Steven Nanni — Soloists 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 2, 2014 & 3 p.m. Saturday, May 3, 2014 First United Methodist Church 66 Chestnut Street Oneonta, NY Adults $17/$20 Tickets (Presale/At Door) Seniors & Students $15/$18 Children younger than 12 free Ticket Outlets * Oneonta — The Plains, Green Earth & Artware * Cooperstown — Augur’s Corner Bookstore * Unadilla — Country Computers & Publishing * Sidney — Corky’s Wines & Spirits * From all CCS members and at www.catskillchoralsociety.org This program is made possible with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, which is administered by the Chenango County Council of the Arts, with support from Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature. Background painting — The Rooks Have Returned (1871) BINGHAMTON - Southern Tier East Regional Planning Development Board is seeking funding requests for the Fiscal Year 2015 Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Area Development Program. Eligible project sponsors include incorporated not-forprofits, municipalities (towns, villages, counties) and other public entities such as IDAs and school systems. Each ARC proposal must be consistent with one of the three summarized goals: Goal 1: Increase job opportunities and per capita income. Goal 2: Strengthen the capacity of the people of Appalachia to compete in the global economy. Goal 3: Develop and improve Appalachia’s infrastructure to make the region economically competitive. Maximum amount funded is $150,000. Funds must be matched at least dollar per dollar with cash and/or in-kind goods or services depending upon the type of proposal. (Sponsor match may include funding from a State program.) Funds must be used for new activities/programs or for an expansion of activities/ programs. Funding of existing programs is not eligible. 2014 May 3rd 11am until 3pm at the lovely country home of Tom and Erna in Franklin Live jazz music by The Rob Hunt Trio Spectacular food and desserts by Dee Your kind donation of $50 per person is greatly appreciated. For reservations, contact Bob Escher at (607) 432-6773. Proceeds to benefit the families and children of Please reference the website at www.steny.org to obtain the one-page Project Summary Form, which is the required first step of our application process. If you do not have access to the internet, please call Lolene Cornish at 724-1327, ext. 201 to have this form mailed or faxed to you. You may then either email your completed form to dcole@steny.org or fax or mail to Southern Tier East. Project Summaries are due to Southern Tier East by May 5. Also on the webpage is a more complete description of eligible ARC Project Goals and New York State Strategies as well as a full funding process timeline. Once your Project Summary Form is received, you will be called, to discuss your project. If your project is deemed eligible for ARC funding, you will be sent the full application packet which will then be due to Southern Tier East on June 16. Direct technical assistance will be provided upon submission of a Project Summary Form. Project Summaries will also be shared your County Planning Department. Individual meetings may be scheduled for projects that are deemed well-suited for the ARC Program. If you have project ideas that may not fall within ARC goals, please give Southern Tier East a call as other funding opportunities may be available. Mt. Upton Seniors Resume Meetings MOUNT UPTON – The Mt. Upton Senior Citizens held their first meeting of the year on April 8 at the Rockdale Gun Club with 24 members and two guests. Our guests were Warren Osterhout and Reggie Peck. Reggie Peck later joined. We played Bingo and everyone enjoyed themselves. We held our 50/50 with Pauline Head winning. We also celebrated the birthday of Izzette Foree. Happy birthday and many, many more. After the meeting some of our members stayed and enjoyed playing cards. It seemed good to be back to the club as we all know spring is just around the corner. Everyone please not that out meetings will start at 10:30 a.m. from now on. Tri-Town News — Thursday, April 24, 2014— 11 Commerce Chenango Announces 2014 Award Recipients NORWICH – Commerce Chenango is proud to present the Distinguished Business of the Year Award to UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital, the Commitment to Community award to Ann Coe and the Young Professional award to Elizabeth Monaco. The awards will be presented at Commerce Chenango’s 55th Annual Dinner, sponsored by NBT Bank, Preferred Mutual and Frontier, on April 30 at The Silo Restaurant in Greene. The Distinguished Business of the Year Award recognizes a business organization that has shown consistent and continued growth, is considered a leader in its industry, makes continuous improvements to quality and innovation, and has made contributions to our community and economy. This year’s recipient, UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital, was founded in 1912. Located in the City of Norwich, CMH services includes inpatient and outpatient surgical care units, a women’s health center and a maternity and obstetrics unit.UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital staffs an intensive care unit, general surgery, cardiology, diagnostic heart care center, orthopedics, diagnostic imaging, ear, nose and throat (Otolaryngology) and GI (gastro-intestinal/gastroenterology) departments. New technology includes a new imaging center with state-of-the-art CT and MRI machines, a new database system for patient and medication records and up-to-date cardiology equipment and a new triage system in the emergency department that lessens wait times. Other specialties include UHS Chenango Memorial’s primary care network with primary care centers in Sidney, Sherburne, Oxford and Norwich, patients in rural areas have nearby access to quality primary care. The Commitment to Community award is given annually to an individual who has shown significant commitment to the community through his/ her leadership and individual contributions. Commerce Chenango’s recipient, Ann Coe, is a Norwich native who has been a graphic artist since 1985. Coe has done graphics work for Circulars Unlimited, Rapid Reproduction, Colorscape Chenango, Chenango Blues Association, Chenango Arts Council, A Touch of Moore, Commerce Chenango, FoJo Beans, Catholic Charities, and many more organizations. Currently she is the executive director of the Norwich BID and incorporates her professional graphics expertise into many of the things she does. She says, “I enjoy working with local businesses and helping to improve the quality of life in downtown Norwich.” Colorscape Chenango Executive Director Peggy Finnegan has known Ann for 25 years, and says, “she’s been doing Colorscape’s design for over 15 years. She is one of the most talented and versatile graphic designers I know, as well as a genuinely good person. I’m delighted that she is receiving this recognition from the community.” Ann has been involved with Leadership Chenango, the Chenango United Way Marketing Committee, the Loomis Barn Committee, the Chenango County SPCA and started a Facebook Open Group page titled CNY Fit, for those interested in fitness related information and events. The Young Professional award recognizes someone who continually exhibits excellence, creativity and initiative in his or her business or profession and provides valuable service by contributing time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community. Elizabeth Monaco has been the executive director and chief professional officer of the Chenango United Way in Norwich since 1999. Since her tenure at the United Way, the organization has raised more than $7.2 million dollars in campaign funds and $1 million in endowment funds and has transitioned to a community impact model business model of operations where program outcome measurement and donor accountability are a main focus. Her professional research interests include non-profit administration, organizational behavior, non-profit regionalization/interorganizational restructuring and change management. Elizabeth has served on the boards of several community organizations, including three terms on the United Way of NYS Board of Directors as Small Cities Chair and PAC Vice-Chair, the Community Advisory Board of The Upstate Institute at Colgate University and the Chenango County SPCA Board of Directors. She is currently the co-facilitator of the Norwich High School Youth Philanthropy Project and chair of the Chenango County Emergency Food and Shelter Program Board. She has also served as an independent consultant for regional non-profit and for-profit organizations, and has served in several state and national public speaking capacities. Bainbridge Board Okays Budget, Awarded Grant BAINBRIDGE - At the Bainbridge Village Board meeting on April 15, the board of trustees adopted the budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The appropriations are: in the general fund of $627,222; water fund of $124,184; and sewer fund of $173,184: with debt service payment in the water fund of $96,910 and sewer fund of $115,523. The tax rate will remain the same at $6.99 per thousand. It is through the continued diligence and hard work of the village clerk, the village board, and the department heads that this was accomplished. There will be no salary increase for the mayor or the board of trustees. In other good news, the mayor received notification that the village has been awarded a $400,000 New York State Community Development Block Grant as part of the 2013 competitive housing round. Local VFW Posts Assist Afton Class with Care Packages GARY TEED Local Man to Entertain, Educate at Coventryville Event COVENTRYVILLE - On Monday, April 28, Gary “Gare” Teed, one of the Southern Tier’s own, authentic, guitarists/singers and song writers, will perform in a unique concert: “The Sweet and the Bitter, The Past and the Present, Played on the Strings of A Martin Guitar.” Gary has been one of “Coventry’s own” local artists and performers since moving here in 1999. He is also a maple syrup maker, “hog” rider, Civil War Reenactor, and a member of the Coventry Town Museum Association. He will perform his popular original compositions, including: “Angel From Montgomery,” “Little Boy” and “You’re Good For Me.” A special part of the evening will be “Oh, Cannonsville,” he wrote and dedicated to his grandfather Hogan O. Teed, about the loss of his childhood hometown of Cannonsville in Delaware County in 1963. Gary will make a short presentation on the history of Cannonsville and what led to its destruction. He will also perform many popular and familiar old Country, early Rock and Country Folk cover songs. So, don’t stay at home and shiver from the last of winter’s chill…celebrate the spring! Bring your love of real music and prepare to relive old memories and make new ones, be prepared to sway, toe tap and perhaps even sing-along: This program will leave plenty of time for Gary to answer questions from the attendees. Both before and after - All Ladies Invited - Ladies Tea SAT., MAY 3 • 2-4 PM Mount Upton First Baptist Church 1749 State Highway 8, Mt. Upton More information Call (607) 265-3228 his concert, there will be information about his upcoming appearances and on a side display table, along with copies of his CDs available for sale. All of the Coventry Town Museum’s presentations are family friendly. Please bring a pass-the-dish, for the potluck supper. There is lots of parking space. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the concert starts at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Meeting Room, Coventryville Congregational Church, 113 County Rd. 27 (near four-way intersection with State Hwy 206), Coventryville. Call 639-4073 for more information or e-mail agoldcrow@aol.com. AFTON – The Afton Memorial VFW Post 3529 plus their men’s auxiliary and woman’s auxiliary, along with the Sidney VFW Post 7914 and their woman’s auxiliary, recently came to the rescue of Cynthia Covey and her sixth grade class at Afton Central School. When Cynthia lost funding for her project to send care packages to local soldiers overseas, the VFWs donated money to pay for the postage of the packages. Her 42 students will be writing two penpal letters to the soldiers. They will also write business letters asking for donations (writing paper, toothbrushes, candy, snacks, deodorant, shampoo or gift cards) to put in the care packages and thank you letters to the businesses that gave free items. Harpursville School Board Meets April 28 HARPURSVILLE – The Harpursville Central School Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on Monday, April 28 at 7 p.m. in the high school library. The Massachusetts Bay School Law was passed in 1642. It required that parents assure their children know the principles of religion and the capital laws of the commonwealth. CHICKEN BBQ & BAKE SALE Benefit Afton Cub Scout Pack 51 Sun., April 27 • 11 a.m. til Gone Halves & Dinners to Go Dinner inc. chicken, baked beans, salt potatoes and roll Advance Sale Tickets Available from Cub Scouts or Parents Location: Court St., Afton (Old Town Garage Parking Lot) CELEBRATE MOTHERS DAY WITH THE SILO’S SPECTACULAR BUFFET! Sunday, May 11 Starting at 9:30 a.m.; Last Seating at 5:30 p.m. Includes: Chef Carved Leg of Lamb, Roast Turkey, Roast Beef, Roast Pork & Ham Plus Seafood Newburgh, Beef Tips in Mushroom Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Gravies Along With Belgian Waffle & Omelet Stations & Much More! Top It All Off With A Visit To Our Sweet Table Cakes, Pies, Pastries, Homemade Cookies, & Fresh Fruit Only $29.95 $25.95 Ages 65+, $14.95 Ages 5-12, Free Under Age 5 The Silo Restaurant 10 mi. W. of Bainbridge, 6 mi. E. of Greene just off Rt. 206 & 41 in Coventry Call for Reservations 52ND YEAR! Chicken Barbecue Sat., April 26 Kim Werth, Afton Elementary School principal, will be covering the cost of the stamps for the letters through school funding. The project is using different forms of authentic letter writing (English Language Arts Standards) and teaching students about the right and responsibilities of citizenship (Social Studies Standards). The students will also be showing the soldiers they are not forgotten and are appreciated. 10:30 am until chickens are gone Halves $5.25 • Dinners $7.25 • AUXILIARY PIE & BAKE SALE At MacDonald Hose Co., East Main St., Sidney 607-6564377 Benefit MacDonald Hose Co. No. 2 Full Dinners Served at Fire Station incl. Macaroni Salad, Baked Beans & Roll Take Out Available Phone 561-2314 FREE HOME DELIVERY IN VILLAGE OF SIDNEY 12 — Tri-Town News — Thursday, April 24, 2014 LEGAL NOTICE UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK In re TRONOX INCORPORATED, et al., Reorganized Debtors. Chapter 11 Case No. 0910156 (ALG) Jointly Administered NOTICE OF MAY 15, 2014 DEADLINE FOR FILING OBJECTIONS TO TRONOX/KERRMCGEE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, on April 9, 2014, the Anadarko Litigation Trust (the “Litigation Trust”), as successor to Debtors Tronox Incorporated, Tronox Worldwide LLC, and Tronox LLC in the above-captioned adversary proceeding, and Anadarko Petroleum Corporation, Kerr-McGee Corporation, Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas Corporation (n/k/a Anadarko US Offshore Corporation), KerrMcGee Worldwide Corporation, KM Investment Corporation (improperly named as Kerr-McGee Investment Corporation), Kerr-McGee Credit LLC, Kerr-McGee Shared Services Company LLC and Kerr-McGee Stored Power Company LLC (collectively, “Anadarko”), filed a motion with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York (the “Bankruptcy Court”) seeking a report and recommendation (A) recommending approval of the Settlement Agreement between and among the Anadarko Litigation Trust, the United States of America, and Anadarko resolving the above-captioned adversary proceeding, and (B) recommending issuance of an injunction enjoining certain persons from asserting against any Anadarko Released Party (i) any Trust Derivative Claims, or (ii) any claims which are duplicative of Trust Derivative Claims (all capitalized terms not otherwise defined herein shall have the meaning as defined in the Settlement Agreement). PURSUANT TO THE MOTION FILED WITH THE COURT: • THE DEADLINE TO FILE OBJECTIONS TO THE TRONOX SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT IS MAY 15, 2014, AT 4:00 P.M. EASTERN • A HEARING ON THE MOTION (AND ANY OBJECTIONS TIMELY FILED) HAS BEEN SCHEDULED FOR MAY 28, 2014 AT 11:00 A.M. EASTERN AT THE U.S. BANKRUPTCY COURT FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK (SEE ADDRESS BELOW) Brief Recitation of Facts: On January 12, 2009, Tronox Incorporated and certain of its affiliates (collectively, the “Debtors”) commenced chapter 11 cases (the “Chapter 11 Cases”) in the Bankruptcy Court. On November 30, 2010, the Bankruptcy Court confirmed the Debtors’ Plan. On February 14, 2011, the Plan became effective. In the Chapter 11 Cases, the United States, other governmental entities, and other Persons filed Proofs of Claim against the Debtors on account of, among other things, alleged environmental claims, obligations, and/or liabilities at certain of the Covered Sites. Various tort claimants filed Proofs of Claim against the Debtors on account of alleged tort liabilities, including for personal injury and property damage. Those claims were or will be resolved pursuant to the Plan, related tort and environmental agreements, the Litigation Trust Agreement (“LTA”), and other prior proceedings of the Bankruptcy Court. There are two complaints against Anadarko currently being jointly litigated in Tronox Inc., et al. v. Kerr-McGee Corporation, et al. (In re Tronox Inc.), Adv. Proc. No. 0901198 (Bankr. S.D.N.Y.): 1. the Second Amended Adversary Complaint [which is filed at Case No. 0901198 (ALG), Dkt. No. 233]; and 2. the Complaint-in-Intervention filed by the United States [which is filed at Case No. 09-01198 (ALG), Dkt. No. 5-2]. The Plan, LTA, and Environmental Settlement Agreement assigned, as provided in the Confirmation Order and the LTA, all of the Debtors’ respective rights and interests in the Adversary Proceeding (excluding the Complaint-inIntervention), which includes any claims or causes of action of the Debtors related to the Adversary Proceeding, whether or not asserted in the Adversary Proceeding, to the Litigation Trust for the benefit of the entities listed in Section 1(d) of the LTA, which include the Tort Claims Trust, the Cimarron Environmental Response Trust, the Multistate Environmental Response Trust, the Nevada Environmental Response Trust, the Savannah Environmental Response Trust (collectively, along with the West Chicago Environmental Response Trust, the “Environmental and Tort Trusts”), and certain governmental entities that had asserted Bankruptcy Environmental Claims against the Debtors (collectively, “Litigation Trust Beneficiaries”). Pursuant to the Plan, LTA, Environmental Settlement Agreement, and Environmental and Tort Trust Agreements (other than the West Chicago Environmental Response Trust Agreement), the Litigation Trust Beneficiaries and beneficiaries of the Environmental and Tort Trusts (together with the Litigation Trust Beneficiaries, the “Beneficiaries”) are entitled to have paid, on account of their Bankruptcy Environmental Claims and Bankruptcy Tort Claims, specified allocations of a share of the net proceeds of any recovery from the Adversary Proceeding. On December 12, 2013, the Bankruptcy Court issued its Memorandum Opinion, After Trial, finding the Anadarko Trial Defendants liable under the Second Amended Adversary Complaint for actual and constructive fraudulent conveyances, but not liable for breach of fiduciary duty. The Decision is not a final judgment and the Bankruptcy Court did not enter final judgment. On April 3, 2014, the Parties entered into the Settlement Agreement that resolves the Adversary Proceeding and provides for releases, covenants not to sue, and the issuance of an injunction by a U.S. District Court enjoining certain persons from asserting Trust Derivative Claims and any claims that are duplicative of such Trust Derivative Claims (as defined in the Settlement Agreement). On April 3, 2014, the United States lodged the Settlement Agreement with the Bankruptcy Court. On approximately April 14, 2014 the United States will publish a notice for public comment thereon in the Federal Register. On April 9, 2014, the Litigation Trust and Anadarko filed a motion (the “9019 Recommendation Motion”) with the Bankruptcy Court, seeking the Report and Recommendation. The Settlement Agreement settles, compromises, resolves and closes the Adversary Proceeding and settles, compromises, resolves, and extinguishes the Trust Derivative Claims, any claims that were asserted or that could have been asserted in the Second Amended Adversary Complaint, and the claims asserted in the Complaint-in-Intervention and the claims that could have been asserted in the Complaint-in-Intervention relating to the subject matter of the Adversary Proceeding, together and on a global basis to the extent provided in the Settlement Agreement. Pursuant to the Settlement Agreement, within two Business Days after the Effective Date, Anadarko shall cause to be paid to the Litigation Trust $5.15 billion plus Interest. The Litigation Trust shall cause the Settlement Proceeds to be allocated and distributed to the Litigation Trust Beneficiaries consistent with the LTA. The Litigation Trust succeeded to, as of and after the Plan Effective Date, any and all claims against the Anadarko Released Parties related to the claims, issues and subject matter of the Adversary Proceeding which were held, owned and/or controlled by one or more Debtors before the Plan Effective Date. Since the Plan Effective Date, the Litigation Trust has not sold, assigned, transferred, encumbered, hypothecated, abandoned, conveyed or otherwise disposed of any claims received by the Litigation Trust from Debtors pursuant to the Plan. Proposed Permanent Injunction: The movants have requested that the following permanent injunction be issued by the District Court: “Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. §§ 1367 & 1651, § 105(a) of the Bankruptcy Code and Bankruptcy Rules 7001 and 7065, (i) any Debtor(s), (ii) any creditor of any Debtor who filed or could have filed a claim in the Chapter 11 Cases, (iii) any other Person whose claim (A) in any way arises from or is related to the Adversary Proceeding, (B) is a Trust Derivative Claim, or (C) is duplicative of a Trust Derivative Claim, and (iv) any Person acting or purporting to act as an attorney for any of the preceding is hereby permanently enjoined from asserting against any Anadarko Released Party (I) any Trust Derivative Claims or (II) any claims that are duplicative of Trust Derivative Claims, whether or not held or controlled by the Litigation Trust, or whether or not the Litigation Trust could have asserted such claims against any Anadarko Released Party. The injunction herein shall not apply to or bar the following: (i) any criminal liability; (ii) any liability arising under Title 26 of the United States Code (Internal Revenue Code) or state tax laws; (iii) any liability arising under federal or state securities laws; (iv) any action to enforce a covenant not to sue, release, or agreement not to seek reimbursement contained in the Settlement Agreement; (v) any liability that an Anadarko Released Party might have that does not arise from or through a liability of a Debtor; (vi) any liability of an Anadarko Released Party due to its status or acts or omissions since November 28, 2005 as a/an (A) owner, (B) operator, (C) discharger, (D) lessee, (E) permittee, (F) licensee, (G) person in charge, (H) holder of a right of use and easement, (I) arranger for disposal or treatment, (J) transporter, or (K) person who generates, handles, transports, treats, stores or disposes of solid or hazardous waste; (vii) any liability relating to the E&P Business or the stored power or battery business (including, but not limited to, as owned or operated by U.S. Avestor LLC and Kerr-McGee Stored Power Company LLC1); and (viii) any liability that any Anadarko Released Party retained, received or assumed pursuant to the Assignment Agreement or Assignment, Assumption, and Indemnity Agreement. For the avoidance of doubt, to the extent that a liability of an Anadarko Released Party excluded from the injunction herein by the preceding sentence would be a liability for which such Anadarko Released Party would be jointly and severally liable with others, including but not limited to one or more Debtors or Reorganized Debtors, under applicable law, nothing in this injunction is intended to alter any such applicable principles of joint and several liability where otherwise provided by law. The injunction herein does not apply to the Litigation Trust and the United States, which are providing releases and covenants not to sue in the Settlement Agreement.” PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that objections to the Motion, if any, shall be in writing, shall conform to the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure and the Local Rules of the Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York, shall set forth the name of the objecting party, the basis for the objection and the specific grounds thereof, shall be filed with the Bankruptcy Court electronically in accordance with General Order M-242 (which can be found at www. nysb.uscourts.gov) by registered users of the Bankruptcy Court’s case filing system and by all other parties in interest, and shall be served upon: Jeffrey J. Zeiger, Kirkland & Ellis LLP, 300 N. LaSalle, Chicago, IL 60654; John C. Hueston, Litigation Trustee, Irell & Manella LLP, 1800 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 900, Los Angeles, CA 90067; Thomas Lotterman, Bingham McCutchen LLP, 2020 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20006-1806; Kenneth Klee, Klee, Tuchin, Bogdanoff & Stern LLP, 1999 Avenue of the Stars, 39th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90067; and Robert Yalen, AUSA, U.S. Attorney’s Office - SDNY, 86 Chambers St., 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10028, so as to be so filed and received by no later than May 15, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. (Prevailing Eastern Time). PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that only those responses or objections that are timely filed, served and received will be considered. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Honorable Allan L. Gropper of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York has scheduled a hearing to address this matter on MAY 28, 2014, AT 11:00 A.M., ONE BOWLING GREEN, NEW YORK, NY, 10004-1408. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that any objecting parties are required to attend the hearing and that failure to appear may result in relief being granted upon default. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO ACCESS THE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT AND RELATED DOCUMENTS, please call (from the U.S. and Canada) (877) 709-4747, or call (for remaining international callers) (424) 236-7228 or visit http://www.kccllc.net/TronoxKerrMcGeeSettlement. 1 Provided, however, that as it relates to Kerr-McGee Stored Power Company LLC, subpart (vii) is applicable only to the extent that such liability, if any, relates to or arises from the stored power or battery business. LEGAL NOTICE INVITATION TO BID A. PROJECT 1. The Sidney Central School District invites sealed bids to be received for the 2013 Capital Improvement Project – Phase 1. Prospective bidders are invited to submit their stipulated sum bids, including applicable Alternates and unit prices, for work described in general as follows: A. CONTRACT NO. 1 – GENERAL CONSTRUCTION 2. The project shall be substantially complete in accordance with Document 002113 and Section 011000 for all work as indicated on the Contract Documents. 3. The Owner will receive sealed stipulated sum bids from qualified bidders at the District Office, 95 West Main Street, Sidney, NY 13838 until 11:00 AM Local Time, on May 6, 2014 at which time the bids will be opened and publicly read aloud in the High School Auditorium. 4. Copies of the bidding documents may be obtained by contacting the office of the Architect/Engineer: BCK - IBI Group 41 Chenango Street Binghamton, New York 13901 607-772-0007 or www.bckpc.com The documents are available to view for free and may be downloaded or printed for a fee through Dataflow. No deposit will be required and NO refund of download or printing will be given. To register go to http://www.bckpc.com and click on Bidding. 5. Copies of the Contract Documents may be examined at the following offices: a. Turner Construction Company 6700 Kirkville Road, Suite 203 East Syracuse, New York 13057 b. BCK – IBI Group 41 Chenango Street Binghamton, New York 13901 c. Associated Building Contractors of the Triple Cities, Inc. 15 Belden Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2159 d. Syracuse Builders Exchange 6563 Ridings Road Syracuse, New York 13206 e. McGraw Hill Construction 4300 Beltway Place, Suite 180 Arlington, TX 76018 f. Mohawk Valley Builders Exchange, Inc. 728 Court Street Utica, New York 13502 g. Tri-County Builders Exchange 6459 State Highway 23 Oneonta, New York 13820 h. Reed Construction Data 30 Technology Parkway, Suite 100 Norcross, Georgia 30092 i. Construction Contractors Assoc. 330 Meadow Avenue Newburgh, New York 12550 j. Construction Data News 4201 W. Parmer Lane, Suite A200 Austin, TX 78727 6. Each bidder must deposit a bid security in the form of a Bid Bond, Certified Check, or Cashier’s Check payable to the Owner in the amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the Base Bid amount. 7. The Owner reserves the right to award the contract within forty-five (45) calendar days after the actual date of the receipt of the bids. No bidder may modify or withdraw their bid within forty-five (45) calendar days after the time and date specified for the receipt of bids. 8. The Owner reserves the right to waive any irregularities or informalities in the bid forms or during bidding procedures, and the right to reject any or all bids. 9. Project sites will be available for bidders to inspect proposed work areas from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM on weekdays by appointment with Corey Green, Assistant Superintendent for Student Accountability and Support Operations, phone # (607) 561-7743. Signed: Constance Umbra Clerk of the Board Dated: April 22, 2014 4-24(1w)c E-mail Legal Notices to: ttnews@tritownnews.com before Monday at 5 p.m. Legal Notices should be sent in Microsoft Word or typed directly into your e-mail. SIDNEY SENIOR MEALS SITE MGR.: Joanne Gill PHONE 563-2212 FRIDAY, APRIL 25 Irish beef stew, biscuit, scalloped cabbage, cottage cheese on peaches, chocolate ice box cake MONDAY, APRIL 28 Cheese ravioli, Brussels sprouts, tossed salad, garlic bread, ice cream with peaches TUESDAY, APRIL 29 Home style meatloaf, Swiss baked potato, stewed tomatoes, golden glow salad, whole wheat bread, brownies WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30 Turkey pot pie, biscuit, broccoli, snow on the mountain, lemon pudding with oranges THURSDAY, MAY 1 Pot roast with gravy, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, cran-grape juice, dinner roll, pineapple tidbits FRIDAY, MAY 2 Chicken Fricassee, rice pilaf, sauteed string beans, cranberry sauce, apple juice, whole wheat bread, chocolate pudding Tri-Town News — Thursday, April 24, 2014— 13 Puzzle Corner Above Ankle Argued Buses Cactus Chicken Clerk Cruel Cuddling Elderly Enforce Except Extend Finally Flats Flock Fruit LAST WEEK’S PUZZLE SOLUTIONS Puzzle 1 (Medium, difficulty rating 0.53) 2 9 5 7 8 6 4 3 1 1 7 3 2 5 4 8 9 6 6 8 4 3 1 9 5 7 2 9 4 6 1 3 8 7 2 5 5 3 1 9 7 2 6 8 4 7 2 8 4 6 5 9 1 3 3 5 9 8 4 1 2 6 7 8 6 7 5 2 3 1 4 9 4 1 2 6 9 7 3 5 8 57. Bit 58. Quench 59. Cognizant Each of the following cryptograms is a clue to the identity of an environmental group. Using the hints X=I and P=R, decipher the clues to name the group. 1 FDIPFD HXPW FPXQQDZZ 2 IPQXKSIZIFC 3 PDMAFDT 4 MXDZW FAXWDT 5 DHXPW Down This organization was founded in 1905: 1. Black 2. Earthen pots 3. Detroit ___, football team 4. Primary ingredient of guacamole 5. Late-night flights 6. Certain berth 7. Brawl 8. Long-jawed fish 9. Invest with the authority of high power 10. Promising 11. Such is life, French (3 wds) 12. Cheese on crackers 13. E-mail, e.g. 18. Knocked off, in a way 22. Balloon filler 24. Kind of mill 26. Pasta choice 27. Beanies 28. Deuce topper 29. Rip 30. Bridge toll unit 31. Voted into office again 32. Impertinent 35. Elevated, single-track train 36. Basis of many modern legal systems (2 wds) 38. Large caves 39. Ancient supercontinent 41. Publicity, slangily 42. Acquire 44. Call used to attract attention 45. Monetary unit in India 46. “Come in!” 47. Class 48. Preserve, in a way 49. Product of protein metabolism 50. Basketball maneuver 53. Oolong, for one Puzzle 1 (Medium, difficulty rating 0.49) 7 4 9 3 G E __ __ A N Y 2) F __ A N __ E 3) E N __ L A __ D 4) D E __ __ A R K 5) I __ A __ Y 6) N __ R W __ Y 7) S P __ __ N 1 4 6 7 5 1 2 Fairy tales come from countries all over the world. Fill in the blanks to name some of these countries. 1) 2 6 Name That Country 1 5 7 4 6 8 7 2 3 Answers: 1) Germany, 2) France, 3) England, 4) Denmark, 5) Italy, 6) Norway, 7) Spain 1. Kind of battery 6. Earnest advocate 11. “60 Minutes” network 14. Breathing 15. Baby grand, e.g. 16. “... ___ he drove out of sight” 17. Coursing and cockfighting, e.g. (2 wds) 19. Anger, e.g. 20. Amphioxus 21. Like some discussions 23. One who tries 24. Holy ___ 25. Drops on blades 26. Draw out 29. Tropical, starchy, tuberous roots 32. Angler’s gear 33. Alt. spelling 34. Donald and Ivana, e.g. 35. Parsonage 36. Opportune 37. A pint, maybe 38. Matter 39. Literature in metrical form 40. Trust 42. School of whales 43. Representative 44. Appetizers 48. Dupe 50. Profoundly moving 51. “A jealous mistress”: Emerson 52. Utilization of logic 54. “Malcolm X” director 55. Bridget Fonda, to Jane 56. Artist’s stand Piano Puffs Reality Refuse Sandal Scene Serve Shrank Silks Sorry Spoil Stern Tables Tones Yellow Yield Yo-yos Answers: 1) George Bird Grinnell, 2) Ornithology, 3) Refuges, 4) Field Guides, 5) eBird, National Audubon Society Across Furry Glove Hence Inner Ironing Issue Keeps Lakes Landed Leaps Leather Legal Loads Masks Media Paint Peculiar 9 8 9 6 3 2 6 8 If you like our puzzles be sure and let our advertisers know! BUILDING FOR SALE OFFERED FOR $249,000 10,800-square-foot steel building located on approximately 2 1/2 acres in the Sidney Industrial Park. Mix of manufacturing and office space. For details e-mail to: kspaden@gmail.com 14 — Tri-Town News — Thursday, April 24, 2014 Learn How to Fly Fish During One-Day Course EAST MEREDITH – The Dave Brandt Chapter of Trout Unlimited is sponsoring an Introduction to Fly-Fishing Course at the Hanford Mills Museum, County Routes 10 and 12, East Meredith on Saturday, May 10 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with time out for lunch. One one-day schedule includes classroom instruction in basic knowledge needed to balance the rod, reel and line, elements of entomology, fly fishing knots, stream reading and a review of other recommended fly fishing paraphernalia. The classroom instruction will be interspersed with practical hands-on casting at the museum’s pond by highly experienced fly fishermen. One Team Needed For Slow Pitch Softball League SIDNEY - There is an opening for one team in the Bill Ray Memorial Softball League that plays on Tuesday or Thursday evenings at Keith Clark Park. This is a mixed slow pitch league that will begin play May 6, If interested in entering a team, contact Paul Foote at 561-2328 for further details. The team will be selected on a first come basis. Participants are asked to bring a bag lunch and a fly casting rod and line if you have one. However, an outfit is not mandatory as a fly rod and line will be loaned on site to participants who do not yet own one. Sign up before May 8 by calling Marge Harris at 2635767 between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. or Dave Plummer at 5631978. The class is limited to 40 students. A $40 registration fee is required at the door. AFTON RETURNS TO DISNEY WORLD…The Afton softball team made its 13th trip to Walt Disney World’s ESPN Wide World of Sports complex for “Spring Training 2014.” The Crimson Knights spent spring break playing games against teams from New York, Maine and Connecticut, getting ready for the coming league campaign. Photos By Pete Mansheffer Benefit Golf Tourney Slated For May 9 DELHI - The annual Big Wheels Golf Tournament, held at the Delhi College Golf Course, will take place on Friday, May 9, according to the Big Wheels tournament committee. The event serves as a primary fundraiser for programs and services which provide assistance to Delaware County senior citizens. The entry fee this year will be $60, which will be all inclusive, covering greens fees for 18 holes of golf, cart use, guaranteed prizes and a post tournament dinner. Applications for the tournament can be obtained by contacting the Delaware County Office for the Aging at 746-6333. BOX SCORES BASEBALL SIDNEY 15, DELHI 1 (April 15 at Delhi) Sidney 110 801 3 - 15 12 Delhi 000 000 1 - 1 1 Brandon Bessett (W) and Patrick Vibbard. Kenz Mattice (L), Peter Lemakos (5) and Tyler Cumpston. HR: Jon Gorshack (S), Alex Hoskins (S). AFTON 11, DEPOSIT 9 (April 15 at Afton) Deposit 100 043 1 - 9 17 3 Afton 340 211 x - 11 16 3 Brandon Macumber (L), Dailey (4) and Stiles. Joe DeVona (W), Caleb Stevens (6), Quinn Wright (7) and Josh Austin. HR: Dailey (D) 2, Joe Shearer (A). 2012 GMC Sierra 2500 HD................................$29,969 Ext. cab, 4WD, SLE, A/C, p. seat, alloy, CD, tow pkg., p. windows, p. locks, cruise, tilt, red, 56,175 miles 2012 Ford Transit Connect XLT.......................$20,969 4 cyl., auto, A/C, p. windows, p. locks, cruise, tilt, CD, 5 passenger, Dk. blue, 12,096 one owner miles 2012 Ford F150 Supercab XLT........................$26,969 8 ft. box, Eco boost, auto, A/C, chrome wheels, p. seats, p. windows, p. locks, cruise, tilt, race red, 25,629 miles 2011 Chevrolet Equinox LT..............................$19,969 All wheel drive, 4 cyl., auto, A/C, p. sunroof, htd. leather p. seats, p. windows, p. locks, cruise, tilt, alloy, maroon, 62,395 miles 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 Crew Cab....................$34,969 4WD, Cummins Diesel, auto, A/C, tow pkg., alloy wheels, p. windows, p. locks, htd. mirror, white, 73,027 miles 2009 Jeep Patriot..............................................$13,969 4 dr., 4WD, 4 cyl., auto, A/C, alloy, p. windows, p. locks, cruise, tilt, CD, green, 39,620 miles 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt LT Coupe......................$7,969 4 cyl., auto, 5 spd. manual, A/C, p. windows, p. locks, p. mirrors, CD, dk. blue, 72,258 miles UNATEGO 9, SHERBURNE-EARLVILLE 3 (April 15 at Unatego) S-E 000 100 2 - 3 2 1 Unatego 314 100 x - 9 11 3 Seth Burnham (W), Jake DeJoy (7) and Lucas DeJoy. Piazzi (L) and Sampson. HARPURSVILLE 13, LAURENS 4 (April 15 at H’ville) Laurens 300 010 0 - 4 9 7 Harpursville 008 212 x - 13 13 1 Logan Barra (L), Mason Weir (6) and Codi White. Kachmar (W) and Dean. EDMESTON 13, FRANKLIN 0 (April 15 at Edmeston) Franklin 000 000 0 - 0 2 4 Edmeston 010 255 x - 13 13 1 Linton Wainright (W), Clayton Lyon (6), Nate Carey (7) and Dylan Rollins. Derek Beers (W), Joe Terrano (5) and Billy Davis. HR: Clayton Lyon (E). HARPURSVILLE 6, UNATEGO 1 (April 17 at Harpursville) (Unatego Home On Scoreboard) H’ville 002 112 0 – 6 11 0 Unatego 000 010 0 – 1 5 3 Jon Andrews (W) and Devon Dean. Kellen Komenda (L), Jake DeJoy (6) and Lucas DeJoy. BAINBRIDGE-GUILFORD 12, AFTON 5 (April 17 at Afton) B-G 302 210 4 – 12 15 1 Afton 000 301 1 – 5 8 3 Austin Carr (W), Tyler Ouimet (6) and Dylan Mondore. Conor Graven-Briggs (L), Caleb Stevens (6) and Josh Austin. LAURENS 6, GILBERTSVILLE-MT. UPTON 4 (April 17 at Laurens) G-MU 022 000 0 – 4 5 3 Laurens 001 032 x – 6 8 1 Austin Burnside (L), Andrew Baker (6) and Michael Lewis. Mitchell Barra (W) and Codi White. ONEONTA 5, UNATEGO 1 (April 18 at Oneonta) Unatego 100 000 0 – 1 4 1 Oneonta 100 031 x – 5 8 2 Jared Jones (L), Jake DeJoy (6) and Lucas DeJoy. Kragh Delello, Kevin Smith (W,5), Noah Sheehan (7) and Peter Brunetta. UNATEGO 5, BAINBRIDGE-GUILFORD 1 (April 18 at B-G) Unatego 100 000 4 – 5 12 1 B-G 001 000 0 – 1 3 1 Seth Burnham (W) and Lucas DeJoy. Mark Cordner (L) and Dylan Mondore. SIDNEY 12, SHERBURNE-EARLVILLE 6 (April 18 at Oneonta) S-E 202 002 0 – 6 6 9 Scott Scott’’s Golf Course 2008 Suzuki Forenza..........................................$7,969 Oquaga Lake Road, Deposit 4 dr., 4 cyl., auto, A/C, p. windows, p. locks, cruise, tilt, CD, dk. red, 79,454 miles 2014 Special Spring Golf Rates 8 ft. box, LS, 4WD, V8, auto, A/C, p. windows, p. locks, cruise, tilt, tow pkg., gray, 51,503 miles Please Register at the Main Course Before Playing 2005 Chevrolet 2500 HD Reg. Cab..................$15,969 Opening Thurs., April 24 2000 Ford Ranger Reg. Cab...............................$7,669 XLT, Flareside, 6 cyl., 5 spd. manual, A/C, CD, matching fiberglass cap, red, 91,731 miles Sales Hrs.: Mon., Tues., Thurs. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Wed. & Fri. 8-6; Sat. 8-3 Week Day Rate – 18 Holes w Cart – $21 • Walk: $13 9 Holes w/Cart – $17 • Walk: $10 Weekend Rate – 18 Holes w/Cart – $24 • Walk: $14 9 Holes w/Cart – $18 • Walk: $11 Season Ticket: $325 $195 Each Additional Family Member 268 St. Hwy. 7 (Riverside) Sidney 563-4311 Visit us on the net: www.chambersohara.com Club House (607) 467-2447 Scott’s Hotel 467-3094 Sidney 411 015 x – 12 15 4 Nate Piazzi (L), Dylan Cornell (6), and Jake Sampson. Jon Gorshack (W), Chris Fischer (5), Jordan Constable (7), and Patrick Vibbard. WHITNEY POINT 7, HARPURSVILLE 6 (April 18 at WP) H’ville 012 012 0 – 6 8 4 WP 014 101 x – 7 8 2 R. Kachmar (L) and Dean. Jared Bieber (W) and Swan. ROME TOURNAMENT (April 19 at RFA) ONEIDA 6, SIDNEY 0 Sidney 000 000 0 – 0 5 2 Oneida 400 020 x – 6 6 1 Zak Green, Wyatt Mckee (6) and Patrick Dibbard. Travis Moyer and Kyle George. HR: Mitch Cavanagh (O). SIDNEY 3, ORISKANY 1 Oriskany 001 000 0 – 1 7 1 Sidney 010 101 x – 3 7 3 Kyle Liddy, Brandon Failing (5), Brandon Ends (6) and Ethan Juarez. Sidney: Bill Kozak, Jordan Constable (7) and Patrick Vibbard. JOHNSTOWN 7, UNATEGO 5 (April 19 at Johnstown) Unatego 101 030 0 - 5 7 3 Johnstown 230 101 x - 7 10 1 Riley Hanrahan (L), Jake DeJoy (3) and Lucas DeJoy, Ethan Barber (7). Connor Askew (W), Andrew Wilson (5) and Adam Carpolo. SOFTBALL HARPURSVILLE 2, LAURENS 1 (April 15 at H’ville) Laurens 000 100 0 – 1 3 0 H’ville 101 000 x – 2 3 0 Jessica Hadlock and Kayla Johnson. Erika Whitney and Mackenzie Havens. TRACK AND FIELD B-G/A INVITATIONAL (April 19 at B-G) BOYS 100: 1, Lucas Seneck (G-MU/M) 11.77; 2, Brandt McCall (B-G/A) 11.78; 3, Vinny Caratelli (B-G/A) 11.85. 200: 1, Brandt McCall (B-G/A) 23.96; 2, Kyle Raymer (B-G/A) 24.17; 3, Lucas Seneck (G-MU/M) 24.26. 400: 1, Dean Howard (Sidney) 53.00; 2, Jay Bame (B-G/A) 54.10; 3, Thomas Hoskins (Sidney) 58.52. 800: 1, James Mealey (G-MU/M) 2:14.33; 2, Brett Humphries (Unatego) 2:14.61; 3, Cole Matthews (Sidney) 2:21.97. 1,600: 1, Adam Bauerle (B-G/A) 4:49.83; 2, Daniel Rudloff (Cooperstown) 4:50.30; 3, Cameron Grant-Hill (G-MU/M) 5:00.27. 3,200: 1, Ray Arnold (Sidney) 11:33.85; 2, Kevin Riggs (B-G/A) 12:49.76; 3, 3, Matt Leichty (Unatego) 12:54.11. 110 hurdles: 1, Austin Ryan (Unatego) 17.92; 2, Joe Birch (B-G/A) 19.51; 3, Devon Santamaria (Deposit) 22.72. 400 hurdles: Joe Birch (B-G/A) 1:06.10; 2, Austin Ryan (Unatego) 1:11.57; 3, Dylan Christ (Deposit) 1:18.32. Distance-medley relay: 1, Sidney 12:14.16; 2, Unatego 12:20.72; 3, B-G/A 12:34.72. Sprint-medley relay: 1, B-G/A 4:03.63; 2, Walton 4:06.04; 3, Sidney 4:17.73. Long jump: 1, David Schaeffer (Deposit) 19-11/2; 2, Christian Rutherford (Walton) 17-71/2; 3, Johnny Zhang (Cooperstown) 17-43/4. Triple jump: 1, Dan Norris (B-G/A) 34-10; 2, Brian Tequin (B-G/A) 34-83/4; 3, Nevada Heaney (B-G/A) 33-9. High jump: 1, David Schaeffer (Deposit) 5-8; 2, Kyle Raymer (B-G/A) 5-8; 3, Tyson McCarroll (Sidney) 5-6. Shot put: 1, Pedro Aparicio (B-G/A) 4310; 2, Jacob Morrison (Unatego) 39-6; 3, Dan Cucciarre (Walton) 36-11. Discus: 1, Pedro Aparicio (B-G/A) 119-11; 2, Wyatt Vanderbunt (Greene) 119-1; 3, JP Gertz (Cooperstown) 111-6. Pole vault: 1, Christian Klecha (Greene) 10-0; 2, Brandt McCall (B-G/A) 9-0; 3, Cole Matthews (Sidney) 9-0. GIRLS 100: 1, Mallory Stillman (Sidney) 13.17; 2, Matilda Knapp (B-G/A) 13.36; 3, Tayler Nichols (G-MU/M) 13.53. 200: 1, Julia Knapp (B-G/A) 27.70; 2, Mallory Stillman (Sidney) 27.84; 3, Matilda Knapp (B-G/A) 27.86. 400: 1, Mary Rommer (Unatego) 1:06.73; 2, Nicole Flohr (Greene) 1:07.13; 3, Heather Lisenby (Sidney) 1:09.62. 800: 1, Katie Nolan (B-G/A) 2:38.10; 2, Eva Gray (B-G/A) 2:39.83; 3, Meghan Meers (G-MU/) 2:52.85. 1,500: 1, Daphne Knapp (B-G/A) 5:48.12; 2, Kate O’Handley (Cooperstown) 5:49.18; 3, Amanda Walker (Greene) 6:22.77. 3,000: 1, Mary Rommer (Unatego) 11:24.08; 2, Katie Anderson (Greene) 11:56.35; 3, Daphne Knapp (B-G/A) 13:02.63. 100 hurdles: 1, Julia Knapp (B-G/A) 15.98; 2, Kristin Ratliff (Cooperstown) 17.66; 3, Maya Wasson (Cooperstown) 18.03. 400 hurdles: 1, Julia Knapp (B-G/A) 1:10.84; 2, Kristin Ratliff (Cooperstown) 1:13.38; 3, Meghan Barringer (G-MU/M) 1:24.95. Distance-medley relay: 1, Cooperstown 13:55.28; 2, BGA 14:01.75. Sprint-medley relay: 1, BGA 4:44.31; 2, Cooperstown 4:47.26; 3, Sidney 5:05.97. Long jump: 1, Emily Calkins (Cooperstown) 14-11/2; 2, Mary Rommer (Unatego) 13-91/2; 3, Emma McFee (B-G/A) 13-0. Triple jump: 1, Julia Knapp (B-G/A) 33-9; 2, Maya Wasson (Cooperstown) 29-10; 3, Kristin Ratliff (Cooperstown) 28-81/2. High jump: 1, Alyssa Cranston (Sidney) 46; 2, Shianne Coss (Andes) 4-6; 3, Samantha Fanion (Cooperstown) 4-4. Shot put: 1, Christina Hawkins (G-MU/ M) 32-7; 2, Betsy Holden (B-G/A) 31-2; 3, Cheyenne Weaver (Andes) 28-91/4. Discus: 1, Christina Hawkins (G-MU/M) 105-0; 2, Betsy Holden (B-G/A) 86-6; 3, Cheyenne Weaver (Andes) 70-111/2. Pole vault: 1, Lindsey Castle (B-G/A) 6-0; Amber Bergskaug (B-G/A) 6-0. Wounded Warriors To Play Two Games At NYSEG Stadium BINGHAMTON - The Wounded Warriors, a softball team made up of veterans who have lost limbs and travel around the United States, will make another appearance in Binghamton. The Warriors are scheduled to play two games at NYSEG Stadium, home of the Binghamton Mets, on Saturday, May 17. If you know of a young person who has lost a limb and would like to meet the Warriors please call 656-8685. The event will include a concert and fireworks at the stadium. Tri-Town News — Thursday, April 24, 2014— 15 American Legion Provides Boxes For Disposal of American Flags Canoe Regatta Hall of Fame Inductions, Dinner Are May 24 BAINBRIDGE - The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce would like to extend an invitation to the induction ceremony and dinner of the General Clinton Hall of Fame taking place at the 52nd General Clinton Canoe Regatta on Saturday, May 24. We would like to congratulate Hall of Fame inductees. The committee has inducted local contributors Ed Ray, Dave Price, along with racers Blaise St. Pierre, Gary Aprea, Jeff Kolka and the late Willis Hackett. The evening will start with a meet and greet from 3 to 4 p.m. sponsored by Bud Light in the Hall of Fame tent. After the meet and greet, the dinner will be catered by Hot Rods BBQ. Tickets are $25 per person. Tickets must be EASTERN BROOME SENIOR CENTER 27 GOLDEN LN., HARPURSVILLE 693-2069 ACTIVITIES Overnight Trip to Lancaster Wednesday, April 30 through Thursday, May 1, join us for an overnight trip to Lancaster, Pa. for two shows: 7 Brides and 7 Brothers and Moses. Call Bonnie Hill for details at 655-2140. Daily Events Mondays: Zumba Gold classes will resume soon. Call for more information. Tuesdays: Senior Stretch Chair Exercises: Led by Val LaClair from 8:45 to 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays: Crafters Group from 9 to 11 a.m. Thursdays: Acrylic Painting Class from 9 to 11 a.m., instructor Fran Bromley. All supplies you need to begin are provided at no charge. Bingo from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fridays: Bring a “new to the center’ friend and you will both enjoy a complimentary meal. Team Trivia from 11 to 11:30 a.m. Wii Play and practice from 12:30 to 1 p.m. April 11 and 25 enjoy “Are You Smarter than a Fifth Grader?” MENU Please reserve hot lunch meal one day in advance by noon at 693-2069. There is a suggested contribution for 60+ and a charge for those under 60. In addition to the menu listed below, we also offer: Tuesday’s Breakfast (8-9:30 a.m.), Wednesday’s Sandwich and Homemade Soup Bar (11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.), Thursday’s Golden Griddle (brunch 10:30 a.m.-noon), and Friday’s Pub Burger and Homemade Soup Bar (11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) are all served on a walk-in basis. All meals are served with entrée, sides, dessert, milk, and coffee or tea. Friday, April 18 Chicken with orange sauce or breaded fish & cinnamon applesauce; pub burger with split pea soup Friday, April 25 Broiled fish or pepper steak and cinnamon applesauce Monday, April 28 Spaghetti with meat sauce and fresh orange Tuesday, April 29 Chicken salad or fish sandwich and oatmeal raisin cookie Wednesday, April 30 Roast beef wtih gravy and apple crisp Thursday, May 1 Golden Griddle Friday, May 2 Beer battered fish or chicken with cranberry and pears ordered by May 12 with a limited number of tickets available, so order soon. Tickets to the dinner will give you seating reserved for the induction ceremony which will be open to the public as standing room only. Come congratulate all the champions and contributors. Following dinner, the third class of the General Clinton Hall of Fame will be inducted. Following the ceremony one of Chenango County’s favor- ite country bands, The Beadle Brothers Band, will play followed by a gigantic firework display at 10 p.m. Ticket forms are online at www.canoeregatta.org to print and mail, or are also available at NBT Bank and Bob’s Diner in Bainbridge. Any questions feel free to contact John Harmon at 2376008 or at jharmon@mkl.com. We hope to see many past volunteers, racers and fans of the past 50 years of the Regatta Delhi Covered Bridge Run Set For Saturday, June 7 DELHI - The Greater Delhi Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with The Catskill Ladies Association to Support and Inspire (CLASI), announce that the 19th Annual Delhi Covered Bridge Run will take place on Saturday, June 7. This charitable event consists of a 10K Run, 5K Run and 5K health walk! The Delhi Covered Bridge Run is the only road race in the greater Delhi area and attracts runners of every level from many neighboring towns and counties. The courses are mostly flat with a couple of rolling knolls. The 10K course participants will cross the West Branch of the Delaware River on Delhi’s historic covered bridge. 5K participants will enjoy exquisite scenery and beautiful views of SUNY Delhi’s college golf course. Timing for this event is provided by Leone Timing. Runners and walkers interested in The Delhi Covered Bridge Run can complete the online entry form by visiting the C.L.A.S.I website at www.clasiladies.com/delhicovered-bridge-run.html. Long sleeve t-shirts are guaranteed to those who register before May 1, and prizes to the top finishers in each category, plus wine raffle, free massages and other gifts to be awarded to race participants! Fees for signing up are $25 when you sign up at the race on Saturday, June 7, but if you sign up online it’s $20. This year, we are happy to announce that proceeds from this event will fund two scholarships to Delaware County graduating seniors and the Catskill Mountain Club for building hiking trails in Delaware County. “We are actively recruiting sponsors for this great event and these great causes,” says Lisa Henderson, member of the event’s fundraising committee. “Sponsorship is a great way to show commitment and dedication to the community and this year’s beneficiaries.” For more information, or if you are interested in participating or sponsoring the event, or to be listed on the event t-shirt, please e-mail csvia@delhitel.net or call Amy Beveridge at 278-5461. Youth for Christ Holds Inaugural Fundraiser Run UNADILLA - Central NY Youth for Christ had their first 5K Joker Run Fundraiser on April 5. The race had 85 participants competing in 15 age categories. The start was at the Unadilla Elementary school and the race finished at the YFC Teen Center, in the Village of Unadilla. There were prizes awarded to the top overall male and female finishers, the top three finishers in each male and female category, for the best costume and for the most “Joker” cards collected along the route. A raffle was also held at the end with the non-joker cards accumulated during the race. YFC 2014 5K Joker Run Results Overall Male Winner: Kyle Breier-19:55 Overall Female Winner: Heidi Edmonds 20:21 Male 10 and Under: first, Ezra Ontl 28:23; second, Gabe Cutting 46:13 Female 10 and Under: first, Shealinn Stevens 32:27; second, Emma Bitterman 35:25; and third, Gabriella Saggese 38:44 Male 11-14: first, Aiden Cutting 21:36; second, Josh Treffeisen 24:01; third, Peter Niebanck 26:34 Female 11-14: first, Heidi Edmonds 20:21; second, Katelynne Hadley 25:31; and third, Anna Edgington 30:19 Emergency Mental Health Services Is Topic of Seward’s Meeting ONEONTA - State Senator James L. Seward commented on a meeting he convened of local stakeholders to discuss the future of emergency psychiatric services in Otsego County and the surrounding region: “The decision by Bassett Medical center to terminate inpatient psychiatric services has wide-ranging consequences. The meeting of local stakeholders included a brief summary of what led to the decision, and more importantly, allowed for an open dialogue on actions to be taken to fill the pending treatment void. “Mental health needs are diverse, complex, highly specialized, and can often result in a crisis situation. Proper treatment can be the difference between life and death. We need to ensure that appropriate resources are available and that those in need are able to access suitable, timely care. “Already, several modifications are well underway, including the activation of a Mobile Crisis Assessment Team, which will help meet emergency mental health needs. The MCAT and other health leaders will also be reeducating the public on how to access appropriate services and will be expanding their reach through several counties. “Further, the transportation of patients in need of acute care must be fine-tuned. Transitioning away from police transfers for patients that are not dangerous to ambulance and other transportation means will be a high priority in order to maximize public safety, reduce pressure on public resources, and ensure appropriate means of care. “As we revise the service model in Otsego County, and the surrounding region, it is imperative that we maximize our resources and evolve to deliver services through new channels. I am committed to securing any available state dollars to help implement this transformation and, I believe our health care professionals, college leaders, and municipal officials, working cooperatively, are up to the challenge ahead. WINDY HILL SENIOR CENTER COVENTRY • 656-8602 THURSDAY, APRIL 24 Navy bean soup, tuna salad sandwich, 3 bean salad pasta salad, whole wheat bread, whipped delight Male 15-18: first, Francisco Zapata 22:12; second, Kyle Davidson 25:15; and third, Stephen Deforest 26:27 Female 15-18: first, Hayley O’Connor 28:58; second, Elizabeth Niebanck 32:21; and third, Maggie Clune 34:23 Male 19-30: first, Chris Howard 25:33; second, Gabe Ologun 32:54: and third, Kristian Berggren (no time) Female 19-30: first, Heather Ellis 22:54; second, Melissa Robertson 25:38; and third, Kimberly Alsheimer 29:29 Male 31-40: first, Kyle Breier 19:55; second, Jon Ellis 20:26; and third, Andrew Goodspeed 30:25 Female 31-40: first, Amy Kropp 35:12 Male 41-50: first, Corey Dubois 19:58; second, Todd Bitterman 20:59; and third, Mark Davidson 21:07 Female 41-50: first, Melissa Swislosky 21:55; second, Paula Fitch 26:21 and third Lynn Ontl 29:14 Male 51-60: first, Scott Suba 21:55; second, John George 27:54; and third, Richard DiMaggio 30:59 Female 51-60: first, Rhonda Clune 26:13; second, Amy Robertson 26:51; and third, Carol George 33:38 Male 61+: first, Gordon Saggese 38:49; second, John Brosnan 41:25; and third, Larry Mattice 56:38 ING’S KL IC BAINBRIDGE - Memorial Day is next month. Do you have torn or tattered American flags and do not know what to do with them? The American Legion, Slater-Silvernail Post 806, Bainbridge, in conjunction with Boy Scout Troop 52, Bainbridge, have provided Flag Collection Boxes for unserviceable United States American Flags that need to be properly disposed of. The collection boxes are located at the Village Hall, Bainbridge; the Town Hall, Bainbridge; the United States Post Office, Bainbridge; and the Town Hall, Guilford. You may deposit torn and tattered American Flags in these boxes (see picture) for proper disposal. If you need a replacement American flag at a reasonable price, you may contact an American Legion representative at 423-2167, who will assist you in obtaining another American flag for your display. Please respect and dispose of all American Flags, the symbol of our country, in a proper manner. FISH FA RM H Bass • Trou t • Perch Catfish • Wall eyes Minnows • Gra ss Carp 607 -965-84 88 www.hicklingsfishfarm.com NOW SERVING THE TRI-TOWN AREA Cowen Law Firm Brett Cowen, Esq. Dan O’Leary, Esq. Sarah Cowen, Esq. Alyssa Congdon, Esq. Carly Walas, Esq. Sean Becker, Esq. Francis W. Wood, Esq. of Counsel 2007 State Route 26, Endicott, NY (607) 786-9712 • www.OurCountryHearts.com Gift Shop • Restaurant • Furniture Store Full Line of Sofas, Loveseats, Chairs & Recliners REAL ESTATE FAMILY LAW CRIMINAL DEFENSE WILLS • TRUSTS • ESTATES ENVIRONMENTAL LAW PERSONAL INJURY SIDNEY 1 Pearl St., Sidney 607-563-8529 WALTON 28 Townsend St., Walton 607-865-7244 16 — Tri-Town News — Thursday, April 24, 2014 CHURCHES SIDNEY FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 28 River St., Sidney Kenneth Southworth, Pastor Church Office: 563-8456 Parsonage: 563-1166 firstbaptistchrc@stny.rr.com www.sidneyfbc.com “To See Unbelieving People Become Committed Followers of Jesus Christ” Sunday, April 27 9:30-10:30 a.m. - Classes for all Ages; 10:45-Noon - Gathered Worship; 3 p.m .- Girls’ Class; Flock Groups as designated; 5 p.m. - Youth Group; 6 p.m. - Informal Evening Service Wednesday, April 30 9 a.m. - Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study; 6 p.m. - Team Kids; 6:30 p.m. - Gathered Prayer FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 1 Bridge St., Sidney • 563-1329 (across from library) Pat Robinson, Pastor Church Office: Tues., Thurs., Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Sunday, April 27 9:30 a.m. - Bible Study; 10:30 a.m. Worship and Children’s Sunday School; 11:30 a.m. - Coffee hour Wednesday, April 28 7 p.m. - Boy Scout Troop 99 SIDNEY ASSEMBLY OF GOD Plankenhorn Rd., Sidney Church Office: 563-8247 Sidneyag@stny.rr.com Rev. Bernard Knutsen Sunday 9:30 a.m. - Sunday School; 10:45 a.m. -Worship Service (Nursery Available) Tuesday 6:45 p.m. - Royal Rangers and Girls’ Ministries Wednesday 5:45 p.m.- Hour of Prayer; 6:45 p.m. - Bible Study SIDNEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 12 Liberty St., Sidney • 563-1921 Rev. Tom Pullyblank Office Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday Friday, April 25 4:30 p.m. - Martial Arts Sunday, April 27 9 a.m. - Children’s Church School; 10:15 a.m. - Worship Service with Choral Cantata; 1 p.m. - Safe Sanctuaries training at SUMC Monday, April 28 9:30 a.m. - Food Bank; 4 p.m .- Relay for Life; 4:30 p.m. - Martial Arts; 7 p.m. - AA meeting Tuesday, April 29 12:30 p.m. - Lydia Crafts Wednesday, April 30 12:15 p.m. - Gardening and Nutrition Class; 6 p.m. - Bell Choir; 6:30 p.m. - Boy Scouts; 7 p.m. - Chancel Choir ST. LUKE’S LUTHERAN CHURCH W. Main St., Sidney • 563-1806 Rev. Ernie Varga, Pastor 607-265-3829 or cell 413-212-8202 Thursday, April 24 4:30-6:30 p.m.- Share the Bounty Dinner at Sidney Methodist Church Sunday, April 27 9 a.m. - Christian Education; 10 a.m. - Traditional Service; 11 a.m. - Fellowship & coffee Wednesday, April 30 11 a.m. - Study Group; 7 p.m. - Choir Rehearsal SACRED HEART CHURCH Liberty Street, Sidney Saturday Mass: 5:30 p.m. Sunday Mass: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Mon. - Fri.: Daily Mass at 9 a.m. Confessions Saturday: 4:30-5 p.m. or by appointment, call 563-1591 from 9 a.m.- noon FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH 32 West Main and Adams Sts., Sidney Jim Ingalls, Pastor • 967-8167 Sunday 10 a.m. - Noon. - Bible Study; 6 p.m. - Worship Service. Wednesday 6 p.m. - Bible Study. CHURCH OF CHRIST 26 Cartwright Ave., Sidney Larry Bailey, Preacher • 563-9695 Sunday Radio Program: Bible Truth - WCHN, 7:45 - 8 a.m., 970 AM; WCDO, 8:15 - 8:30 a.m., 1490 AM, 101 FM; 10 a.m. - Bible Class; 11 a.m. - Worship Assembly. Wednesday 10 - 11 a.m. - Bible Study; 7 - 8 p.m. - Bible Study/Worship. ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 25 River St., Sidney • 563-3391 The Rev’d Jim Shevlin, FHC Rector 563-3391 or 624-1470 Sundays 10 a.m. - Holy Communion, and Annointing for Healing in Jesus’ Name, followed by coffee and fellowship Tuesdays 11 a.m. - Bible Study (bring bag lunch) Wednesdays 9:30-11:45 a.m. - Free clothing and Lunch; Noon - Mass CIRCLE DRIVE ALLIANCE CHURCH 6 Circle Drive, Sidney Church Office: 563-1120 Rev. Adam Sellen Associate Pastor Levi Owens www.cdaconline.com Sunday 8:30 a.m. & 11 a.m.- Worship Services; 5:30-7:30 p.m. - Youth Group Wednesday 6 p.m. - Women’s Prayer ministry; 6:30-8 p.m.- Children’s Faith Weavers; 7 p.m. - Prayer Meeting SIDNEY BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH 32 West Main St. (Corner of Adams and West Main- Faith Community Church Building), Sidney Pastor Frank Donnelly 607-435-7050 Sundays 10 a.m. - Sunday School; 11 a.m. - Worship; 4 p.m. - Evening Service Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. - Prayer Meeting UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF EAST GUILFORD Rev. Patty Wolff, Pastor 563-1083 or 369-4630 Corner of State Rt. 8 and Co. 35, www.eastguilfordpc.org Thursday, April 24 7 p.m. - Evening Dessert and Bible Study at the church Sunday, April 27 9 a.m. - Worship SIDNEY CENTER BAPTIST CHURCH 10440 Main St. • 369-9571 Pastor Dennis Murray Sunday 9:45 a.m. - Praise and Bible Study; 10:30 a.m. - Morning Worship Service Wednesday 6:30 p.m. - Midweek Prayer and Bible Study SIDNEY CENTER FAMILY & FRIENDS CHURCH Meets at Sidney Center Fire Hall Speakers Bill Orr and Judy McCall Sunday 11 a.m. - Worship UNADILLA FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH 1050 Covered Bridge Rd., Unadilla Pastor Keith VanDewerker 369-2754 Handicapped Accessible. Nursery Available Sundays 10 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages; 11 a.m. - Morning Worship; 6:30 p.m. - Evening Praise and Worship hour Tuesday 10 a.m. - Ladies’ Bible Study Wednesday 6:30 p.m. - Bible Study and Prayer UNADILLA FRIENDS CHURCH Rogers Hollow, Unadilla Benjamin Shaw, Pastor •563-2266 Sunday 10:30 a.m. - Morning Worship. FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 170 Main Street, Unadilla • 369-2052 Every Thursday 7 p.m. - AA and Al-anon meet Every Sunday 9 a.m. - Worship Service followed by coffee and fellowship Monday, Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. - Noon - Food Pantry and Clothing Pantry Every Tuesday 7 p.m. - Grieving Support Group Every Wednesday 5:30 p.m. - Bible Study First Wednesday of the Month 7 p.m. - Faith Discovery Second Wednesday of the Month 6:30 p.m. - Trustee meeting; 7 p.m. - Administrative Council Monday, Friday, Saturday 11-12 noon - Food Pantry open Handicap Accessible ST. MATTHEW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 240 Main St., Unadilla • 369-3081 Rev. Scott Garno, Rector Wardens: William Goodrich and Bonnie Barr Sunday 9 a.m.- Service Thursday 10:30 a.m. - Bible Study; Noon - Holy Communion; 12:30 p.m. - Community Luncheon, free will offering. All are welcome. Handicapped accessible. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 156 Main St., Unadilla 369-4630 Sunday, April 27 9:30 a.m. - Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. - Worship with Guest preacher Christopher Hooker Handicapped Accessible - Child Care Available UNADILLA CENTER UNITED METHODIST Pastor Rev. Ron Wensinger 1203 Butternut Rd., Unadilla Regular Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. - Worship Service; Sunday School AFTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 34 Spring St., Afton • 639-2082 Gary Kubitz, Pastor Sunday 10:15 a.m. - Sunday School; 11 a.m. - Morning Worship; coffee and fellowship following Wednesday 7 p.m. - Bible Study Thursday 6 p.m. - Prayer meeting FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF AFTON 30 Caswell St., Afton • 639-1030 Christopher Prezorski, Pastor www.fbcafton.org Regular Sunday 9:30-11 a.m. - Morning Worship; 11 a.m. - noon - Children’s Sunday School groups; 11:05 a.m. - Teen and Adult Life Groups Wednesday 6:45 p.m. - Prayer and Praise NORTH AFTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Co. Rd. 17, Afton, NY Lay Leader Valeda Banta Sunday 10:30 a.m. - Worship. ST. ANN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 125 S. Main St., PO Box 22, Afton www.stannsaftonny.org Rev. David Hanselman, Rector Handicapped accessible. Regular Sunday Service 9:15 a.m. - 1st and 3rd Sundays Holy Eucharist; 2nd and 4th and 5th Sundays Morning Prayer; Bible based Sunday School Each Tuesday 6:30 p.m.- SERTOMA, Parish Hall Each Thursday 8 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous closed meeting, Parish Hall Each Sunday 8 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous MERCY FELLOWSHIP 967 Rt. 41 (1.2 miles) N. of Rt. 7, Afton John Snel, Pastor Church: 639-1964 • Study: 693-3692 Sundays 10 a.m. - Worship Service Fridays 7 p.m. - Prayer Meeting and Bible Study HOPE CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 129 Main St., Afton Church 639-4237 • Office 226-0791 Rev. Maryann Palmetier Fridays 9 a.m .- noon - Bread Giveaway Sundays 9 a.m. - Coffee Time; 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship; 4th Sunday of each month, fellowship brunch following worship) “Come as you are!” - All Welcome Member of NACCC Handicap Accessible HIGHER GROUND CHRISTIAN CHURCH 96 E. Main St., Afton • 639-3746 Mary Upright, Pastor Thursday 6:30 p.m. - Bible Study and Prayer Sunday 10:30 a.m. - Sunday Worship; Children’s Ministries available during service ST. AGNES CATHOLIC CHURCH OF AFTON Fr. Darr Schoenhofen 14 Spring Street • 967-4481 Sunday 8:30 a.m. - Mass AFTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Academy St., Afton • 639-2121 Sunday 11 a.m.-Worship followed by Fellowship GILBERTSVILLE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 113 Marion Ave., Gilbertsville Pastor Mark Piedmonte 783-2867 • Like us on Facebook pastorpiedmnte@gmail.com Office Hours: Tues. 10 a.m.-noon; Wed.-Fri.by appt.; Sat. 10-2 Saturday 10 a.m. - Noon (or by appt.)- Lamb’s Rack FREE Clothing Closet; Sunday 11 a.m. - Worship Service 2nd Thursday of Month Senior Moments - Programs of inter- est for senior citizens The church is handicapped accessible. GILBERTSVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Commercial and Elm Sts. (607)783-2993 Church Rev. Kurt Funke, Pastor 859-2436 or 316-3056 Office Hours: Tues. 9-Noon; Wed. 1-4 p.m.; Thurs. 1-4 or by Apt. Sunday, April 27 9:30 a.m. - Morning Worship with Sunday School during service Tuesday, April 29 9-11 a.m. - Coffee fellowship Wednesday, April 30 10 a.m. - Choir Practice, FPC; 3:15 p.m .- Joy Club, NLFH CHRIST CHURCH 38 Marion Ave., Gilbertsville 783-2267 christchurchgville@frontiernet.net Sunday 9:30 a.m. - Sunday school; 10 a.m. - Adults and children service, Holy Communion; 4:30 p.m.- Service of Christian Healing; 6:30 p.m. - Celebrate Recovery Service BAINBRIDGE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 12 S. Main St., Bainbridge 967-8034 • www.bainbridgefbc.com Pastor: Rev. John Koopman Clerk: Mrs. Secrest Church is handicapped accessible through the back door. Pastor is in when the frog is on the door. Mail newsletter articles to jkoopman@stny.rr.com or drop in the church box Sunday, April 27 9 a.m. - Adult Sunday School; 10 a.m.- Worship Service; sermon title: “Blessings Promised and Kept” based on Ephesians 1:3-14 Wednesday, April 30 Noon - Bible Study; 1:30 p.m.- Planning Committee meeting BAINBRIDGE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 27 N. Main St., Bainbridge • 967-2782 Gary Kubitz, Pastor Sunday Services 9 a.m. - Worship Service; 9:15 a.m. - Sunday School; coffee and fellowship following service Assisted listening system for those with special hearing needs. ST. PETER’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH On the Park Bainbridge • 967-3441 The church with the red doors. Rev. Thomas Margrave Pat Hawkins. Sr. Warden 895-6489 Sue Shove, Jr. Warden 639-2065 Regular Sunday Services 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC CHURCH 32 S. Main St., Bainbridge • 967-4481 Fr. Darr Schoenhofen Saturday 4:30 p.m. - Reconciliation 5:15 p.m. - Vigil Mass Sunday 11 a.m. - Sunday Mass FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH - BAINBRIDGE Rev. Diarmuid O’Hara, Pastor 967-8021 www.ChristianChurchesOnline.com/ firstpresbyterianbainbridge Thursday 6:30 p.m.- Beatitudes Group meets Sunday 8:45 a.m. - Sunday School; 10 a.m. - Worship First Sunday of each Month Communion Thursday and Saturdays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. - New Beginnings Thrift Store open We are handicap accessible. Childcare is available. GRACE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP 967-2223 • grace4missions.com Mike Kauffman and John Gregory, Pastors Sunday 9 a.m. - Worship. Wednesday (Except 1st Wed. of Month) 7 p.m. - Prayer Meeting WBBC KELSEY BROOK CHAPEL Non-Denominational 3642 St. Hwy. 206, West Bainbridge 967-4484 Sunday 10:30 a.m. - Worship Service, meal following service by donation OTEGO OTEGO PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 18 River Street • 988-2861 Sunday 9 a.m. - Worship including Children’s Conversation and Children’s Sunday School; 10 a.m. - Coffee Hour; 10:30 a.m. - Adult Sunday School. Buildings are ramp accessible. OTEGO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 8 Church Street • 988-2866 Pastor Rev. Emily Huyge Sunday 11 a.m.- Worship Elevator Access to all levels. FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF OTEGO W. Branch, Otsdawa Rd., Co. Rt. 6, Otego • 988-7144 Pastor Bill Allen Sunday 9:30 a.m. - Sunday Morning Service; 10:50 a.m. - Prayer Service; 11:15 a.m. - Sunday school; 6:30 p.m. - Evening Service FRANKLIN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Rev. Dr. John Hill • 895-9917 Sunday 9:15 a.m. - Treadwell service; 10:45 a.m. - Franklin service; followed by coffee hour; Sermon titled “Can Google Solve the Death Problem?” based on Matthew 28:1-10 Handicapped Accessible ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH Corner of Main and Institute Sts. Rev. Scott Garno 829-6404 Sunday 8:15 a.m. - Service with Holy Eucharist, except first Sunday of the month when Holy Eucharist is at 1:30 p.m. with dish to pass lunch First Thursday of Month 5-7 p.m. - Soup Supper by donation COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH 25 Center St., Franklin • 829-5471 Dr. Walt Schlundt, Pastor www.cb-church.org Sunday 10:45 a.m. - Worship Service with nursery and Kingdom Kids for children K-4th grade AREA UNATEGO COMMUNITY CHURCH Brian Cutting, Pastor Office: 369-7425 unatego-church@live.com Saturday 11 a.m .- 1 p.m .- Otego Food Pantry open; 6:30-10 p.m. - YFC Youth Center in Unadilla, 16 Watson St. open Sunday 10:30 a.m. - Worship at Otego building (290 Main St.); with contemporary and traditional music, relevant and biblical message, nursery and kids JAM time for elementary kids Thursday 6:30 p.m. - YFC club at Unadilla Elementary WELLS BRIDGE BAPTIST David Steensma, Pastor 7 Church St., Wells Bridge 607-988-7090 Regular Sunday 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School; 11 a.m. - Worship Service Wednesday 7 p.m. - Prayer and Bible Study MOUNT UPTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Rev. Brandilynne Craver Thursday, April 24 6:30 p.m. - Community Buffet Dinner Friday 6:30-8 p.m. - Fun-n-Faith Youth Group for ages 10+ Sunday 11 a.m. - Worship Service. First Sunday: Holy Communion Third Sunday: Prayers for Healing Wednesdays 9:30-10:30 a.m. -3 p.m. - Coffee hour with Pastor; 11 a.m. - Walkers; 11:45 p.m. - Daytime Bible Study; 2:305:30 p.m. - After school program; 6:15-6:45 p.m. - Wednesday Worship; 7-8 p.m. - Evening Bible Study FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MOUNT UPTON Chester N. Shew, Pastor • 764-8361 Thursday 7 p.m. - Bible Study Sunday 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School 10:45 a.m. - Worship Service HARPURSVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sue Shields, Pastor 222-3175 Sunday 10 a.m. - Sunday School; 11 a.m. - Morning Worship HARPURSVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 41 Cumber Rd. • 693-2422 Wednesday 6:30 p.m. - Prayer Service; Teen Scene Sunday 10 a.m. - Sunday School; 10:45 a.m. - Morning Worship; 6:30 p.m. - Evening Service. NINEVEH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Rte. 7, Nineveh • 693-1919 Rev. Emrys Tyler Thursday 6:30 p.m. - Bible Study Sunday 9:30 a.m. - Morning Worship; 10:45 a.m. - Sunday School Tuesday 1-5 p.m. - Pastoral office hours; Wednesday 9 a.m. - Bible Study 7 p.m. - Adult Choir Rehearsal THREE PINES COMMUNITY CHAPEL E. Windsor Road (Doraville) Nineveh • 693-1897 Pastor Michael Brown• 849-4364 Sunday 10 a.m. - Sunday School; 11 a.m. - Morning Worship Wednesday 6:30 p.m. - Prayer Meeting/Bible Study TROUT CREEK COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Judy Travis Regular Sundays 9 a.m. - Sunday School; 10 a.m. - Worship Service; 11 a.m. - Fellowship NAKSIBENDI HAKKANI MUSLIM CENTER 1663 Wheat Hill Rd., Sidney Center • 607-369-4816 Five Prayers Daily Thursday Evening Program Friday 1 p.m. - Jummah MASONVILLE FEDERATED CHURCH Thursday 6:30 p.m. - Bible Study Monday, April 28 6:30 p.m. - Church council Sundays 9:45 a.m. - Adult Sunday School; 11 a.m. - Worship Service, Children’s Sunday School SAND HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Nancy Stanley, Pastor Sunday 8:30 a.m. - Morning Worship Communion 1st Sunday of the month & food pantry UNION VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Lay Pastor Andrew Doyle 607-316-7546 Sunday 10:30 a.m. - Morning Worship and Sunday School. Coffee and Fellowship follows. GUILFORD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Co. Rte. 35, Main St., Guilford Sunday 9:15 a.m. - Worship Service. Communion third Sunday of the month. Tuesday and Thursday 9 a.m. - noon & 1-3 p.m. - Our Daily Bread Food Pantry, 895-6387 or 8956325 for application and information COVENTRY UNITED METHODIST Lay Pastor Andrew Doyle 607-316-7546 Sunday 9 a.m. - Morning Worship and Sunday School, young family friendly; fellowship and coffee hour follows. COVENTRYVILLE FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UCC Pastor Joyce Besemer 113 Co. Rt. 27, Bainbridge Sunday 10:30 a.m. - Worship and Sunday School; coffee hour Wednesday 6:30 p.m. - Bible study; Quilt Group Friday 6:30 p.m. - Quilt Group TRUE LIFE CHRISTIAN CHURCH www.truelifechristianchurch.org 2899 St. Hwy. 206, Bainbridge, NY (Coventryville) Pastor Karl Slifee, Sr. Ph. 656-7619, Cell: 607-343-4743 Assoc. Pastor Harold Harris Ph. 656-7833, Cell: 607-316-8144 Regular Sunday 9:30-10:15 a.m. - Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. - noon - Worship; Fellowship after church Wednesday 7 p.m. - Bible study, prayer meeting Second Saturday of Every Month 7 a.m. - Men’s Prayer breakfast NORTHFIELD COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Marv Root 829-2369 5118 County Hwy. 23 Sunday 10 a.m. - Sunday School 11 a.m. - Sunday Morning Worship Wednesday 6:30 p.m. - Bible Study Tri-Town News — Thursday, April 24, 2014— 17 COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD FRIDAY, APRIL 25 ROTARY CLUB OF SIDNEY - Noon, St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, West Main St., Sidney UNADILLA COMMUNITY FOOD BANK – Unadilla Methodist Church, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. TODDLER STORY TIME – 9:30-10 a.m., Sidney Mem. Public Library, for children 18 months to 3 years free info and awareness items in cafeteria SATURDAY, APRIL 26 UNADILLA PUBLIC LIBRARY – 10 a.m., Kid-friendly movie; noon - 2 p.m. - Lego time UNADILLA COMMUNITY FOOD BANK – Unadilla Methodist Church, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. BINGO – 7 p.m., Sidney Fire Dept. Training Center DAVID DAVIS & THE WARRIOR RIVER BOYS – 8 p.m., Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre, tickets available at the door. In the gallery Kayleigh Bigford - gallery is free SUNDAY, APRIL 27 ON SATURDAY, APRIL 19, SLATER-SILVERNAIL POST 806, AMERICAN LEGION, Bainbridge made their annual donation to the Bainbridge Soup Kitchen located in the basement of the Methodist Church in Bainbridge. The presentation was made by Randall W. Lambrecht, vice commander, Post 806 to Dave Trolley and Vikki Ostrander, volunteer staff members at the Bainbridge Soup Kitchen. We would also like to recognize Charlie Lord, a member of American Legion Post 806 for 57 years who volunteered his time to work in the Bainbridge Soup Kitchen for over 10 years. Sad to say, Charlie passed away in 2012 but his memory and the good works he accomplished live on. This donation and other services Slater-Silvernail Post 806 provides to the Bainbridge Community are only made possible through the revenue earned from the chicken barbecues, which the Post 806 holds four times a year in April, July, October and November. Support Post 806 at future chicken barbecues. BAINBRIDGE MUSEUM – 38 S. Main St., open 2-4 p.m., call 967-8546 or 967-7159 SIDNEY COMMUNITY CONTRA DANCE – 5:30-8:30 p.m., Hillcrest Roller RInk, West Main St., Sidney, Tame Rutebaga to play, info.: 563-2582 JOHNSON CITY - Eleven organizations in the region, including seven in Broome, Chenango and Tioga counties, received grants totaling $100,000 from the Community Foundation for South Central New York’s Community Fund spring 2014 competitive grant cycle. Forty-four organizations submitted proposals for over $391,000 in funding requests. The successful grants, which were awarded through a volunteer panel and board review process, will be used for a variety of capital projects, operations and programs at the organizations. Some of the local grants went to: Bovina Public Library: $6,400 to replace the furnace and hot water heater (Delaware) SUNY Broome Faculty Student Association: $15,000 toward operating support for the campus daycare center (Broome) Family and Children’s Society: $8,087 toward technology upgrades (Broome) Family Service Associa- tion: $2,500 for a phone system upgrade (Otsego) Mt. Upton UMC Church: $11,850 to modify the kitchen used for a community food pantry and meal center (Chenango) Wilson Children’s Center: $15,000 for general operating support (Broome/Delaware) The Community Foundation for South Central New York, a nonprofit organization founded in 1997 and headquartered in Johnson City, encourages and facilitates personal and institutional philanthropy throughout the region by managing funds within the Foundation’s endowment that are established by donors to achieve specific charitable goals. From these funds, the Foundation has awarded over $8.2 million in grants to the area’s nonprofits to help address community concerns and improve the quality of life in the region. The Community Foundation serves donors and nonprofits in five New York counties: Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Otsego and Tioga. More information about the Foundation can be found on its website at www.donorswhocare.org. Volunteers Sought To Help Cleanup In Cemetery WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30 SIDNEY HISTORICAL ROOM – Civic Center, Room 218; open 4-6 p.m. or by appt., call Joelene 563-1425 LAP SIT STORY TIME – 9:30-10 a.m., Sidney Mem. Public AFTON INTERCHURCH FOOD PANTRY – 9-11 a.m., Afton United Methodist Church 10TH ANNUAL K-12 SELECT ART EXHIBIT – 6:30-8 p.m. Sidney Elementary and Junior High School corridors MONDAY, APRIL 28 THURSDAY, APRIL 31 SIDNEY COMMUNITY FOOD BANK – 9:30-11:30 a.m., Sidney United Methodist Church, Liberty St., upstairs UNADILLA COMMUNITY FOOD BANK – 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Unadilla Methodist Church, BAINBRIDGE FOOD PANTRY – 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Methodist Church, 27 N. Main St., Bainbridge, rear entrance AFTON INTERCHURCH FOOD PANTRY – 5-7 p.m., Afton United Methodist Church HARPURSVILLE BOARD OF EDUCATION – 7 p.m. Harpursville High School Library DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP – 6 p.m. Chenango Memorial Hospital Basement Conf. Room 1, 179 N. Broad St., Norwich, info. 337-4136. PRESCHOOL STORY HOUR – Tues. & Thurs. 9:30-10:15 a.m., Sidney Mem. Public Library, for children ready for preschool or kindergarten SIDNEY HISTORICAL ROOM – Civic Center, Room 218; open 9:30 a.m. - noon or by appointment, call Joelene 5631425. SIDNEY COMMUNITY FOOD BANK – Sidney United Methodist Church, Liberty St., 9:30-11:30 a.m., upstairs BAINBRIDGE FOOD PANTRY – 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Methodist Church, 27 N. Main St., Bainbridge, rear entrance OUR DAILY BREAD FOOD PANTRY – 1-3 p.m., Guilford United Methodist Church, for other hours call 895-6325 BAINBRIDGE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEETING – 7:30 p.m., Bob’s Diner TUESDAY, APRIL 29 $100,000 Awarded to Local Nonprofits By Community Foundation for South Central NY and weekly program PRESCHOOL STORY TIME - 10:30 a.m., Unadilla Public Library, Info. 369-3131 OUR DAILY BREAD FOOD PANTRY – 9 a.m.-noon, Guilford United Methodist Church, for other hours call 8956325 FOUR CHAMBER MIXER – 6 p.m. Angus and Ale, hosted by Sidney Chamber of Commerce, 6 p.m. - networking and appetizers; 6:30 p.m .- meeting, pease RSVP 563-2642 FREE URINARY INCONTINENCE PROGRAM – 5:30-6:30 p.m. Chenango Memorial Hospital, Basement Conference Room, 179 N. Broad St., Norwich, Info 373-0570 AFTON SENIORS CLUBHOUSE - 9:30 a.m., Afton Methodist Church on Spring St., Call 639-1773 for information Items for the Community Bulletin Board should include date of event, time and place and should be at the Tri-Town News on the Monday before the publication date of the paper you want the listing to appear in. Any community event may be submitted. Also, please include a contact person and a telephone number for our records. If you are listing an ongoing meeting, please let us know when the listing should be discontinued. BAINBRIDGE - The Bainbridge Greenlawn Cemetery Association will be holding their annual spring cleanup work day on Saturday, April 26, beginning at 8 a.m. Community, school and athletic team members are encouraged to join in the cleanup. Please bring your own rakes, gloves or tools of preference. Many hands will make light work. If you have decorations at the cemetery that you would like preserved please pick them up prior to the 26th. All old decorations will be discarded as part of the cleanup. For further questions call Cindy Starbird-Salak at 9674748. Everyone is welcome to join in. You can’t click past this ad Newspapers deliver a loyal, local, repeat audience! That audience always includes the most powerful consumers, the most educated citizens, and the most involved business and political leaders! W H AT C A N W E H E L P Y O U S E L L T O D AY The Tri-Town News IT WAS A COLD DAY Saturday, April 5 and can you believe there was snow in the air? But all of the die hard fans of the ladies of Beta Sigma Phi, Preceptor Beta Kappa Chapter, Sidney, were out in force to help with our Brooks BBQ. Without all of our great friends and family this would not have been such a success. Thank you everyone who took the time to wait in the not-so-nice weather to buy barbecue ribs, chicken, homemade salads, or whatever you purchased. We hope to see you next year at the same location. (Photo by Janet Branigan) 607-561-3526 • Fax 563-8999 PO Box 208, Sidney, NY 13838 www.tritownnews.com YOUR COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER ? 18 — Tri-Town News — Thursday, April 24, 2014 BUY IT • SELL IT • FIND IT CLASSIFIEDS FOR RENT REAL ESTATE FOR SALE IN SIDNEY CENTER, one bedroom apartment, heat, hot water, electric, gas, refrigerator, stove, furnished. One or two adults. Call 369-7582. 11-28tf ATTENTION SPORTSMEN – 5 acre building lot, electricity, bordering 58 hundred acres of State land. Quiet maintained road, $15,900. Financing. 607-656-9637. 5-8(4w)p THE COUNTRY MOTEL - Rt. 7, Sidney, offers clean and comfortable extended stay rooms at reasonable rates. All rooms have microwaves and refrigerators. Sorry no pets. Call 563-1035. 10-15tfc CARD OF THANKS I would like to thank my wonderful family for giving me such a nice 90th birthday party at the Country Club. Want to thank all for flowers, cards, lottery tickets, phone calls and to Joan and Dr. Sherwood for the lovely flower arrangement. There are no words to express my feelings. I just love you all very much. Doris Ferrara 4-24(1w)p Call 607-561-3526 to place YOUR Classified Ad! HOUSE FOR SALE BY OWNER: The Charm of Yesteryear. This 1860 home has 2,430 sq ft and sits on 1.32 acres along a scenic river frontage (THIS HOUSE IS NOT IN A FLOOD ZONE). House has 4 bedrooms, 2 large living rooms (one has a beautiful pellet stove), large dining room, updated kitchen, full bath, new half bath, mud room, a shed in back yard, and a detached garage and car port that can accommodate 2 cars. Beautiful original wood throughout the house. Home has had new carpet installed recently, and several new windows (9). Don’t miss your opportunity to own it make an appointment to come see it! Asking $115,000. House is located on Rte 8 Mt Upton NY. 607-244-9368. 5-1(2w)p The Tri-Town News CLASSIFIED ADS $5.00 $4.50 per week for the first 20 words, HELP WANTED Name ________________________________________________ Adress _______________________________________________ LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Notice of formation of BEYOND THE WINDOWS TOURS, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/20/2014. Office location, County of Chenango. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process served to: The LLC, PO Box 70, Bainbridge, NY 13733. Purpose: any lawful act. 5-15(6w)c LEGAL NOTICE FOR REFUSE PICKUP AND DISPOSAL BID VILLAGE OF SIDNEY 2014-2016 SEALED BIDS will be received by the Village of Sidney at the Office of the Village Clerk until 11:00 A.M., Thursday, May 8, 2014 at which time and place the bids will be opened and read aloud for collection and disposal of refuse from Village buildings, parks and street containers. Bid documents, including specifications and bid forms, prepared by the Village Office, may be obtained at the Office of the Village Clerk, 21 Liberty Street, Sidney, NY 13838. Bids shall be furnished on forms provided by the Village. Bids will be for a period of two (2) years from the effective date of award to May 31, 2016. The Village reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Dated: April 17, 2014Gary R. Clark Clerk-Treasurer 4-24(1w)c RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXPENDITURE FROM THE MAJOR REPAIRS RESERVE FUND BE IT RESOLVED by the Town Board of the Town of Bainbridge at a regular meeting thereof held on April 8, 2014 that an amount not to exceed $45,000.00 be expended from the Machinery Reserve Fund heretofore established pursuant to General Municipal Law. $25,000 of which is a grant from Constitution Pipeline. This is to be used to install a new PVC Liner in the Town of Bainbridge Swimming Pool. This resolution is subject to permissive referendum. Dated April 14, 2014 BY ORDER OF THE BAINBRIDGE TOWN BOARD Deborah Hromada, Clerk. 4-24(1w)c LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF INVENTORY AND VALUATION DATA (Pursuant to section 501 of the Real Property Tax Law) Pursuant to Section 501 of the Real Property Tax Law, the assessor for the Town of Coventry has inventory and valuation data available for examination and review. The information may be reviewed by appointment, at the assessor’s office, 1839 State Highway 235, Greene, New York. An appointment may be made by telephoning the assessor’s office at (607) 6568602, Monday evenings. Brian Fitts Assessor 4-24(2w)c TOWN OF BAINBRIDGE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE QUALIFIED ABANDONMENT OF A PORTION OF KELLY ROAD AND FAYE SMITH ROAD PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Town Board of the Town of Bainbridge will hold a public hearing on May 13, 2014 at 7:30 PM in the Bainbridge Town Hall, 15 North Main Street, Bainbridge, to hear public comment on the proposed abandonment of a portion of Kelly Road extending 340’ from State Hwy 8 to 272 Kelly Road and Faye Smith Road extending 210’ from State Route 206 to property owners driveway. All interested persons will be heard at the meeting noticed above. By Order of the Bainbridge Town Board April 14, 2014 Deborah Hromada, Town Clerk 4-24(1w)c Provide primary secretarial support and assist in day to day operations of the RFI program. Bachelors Degree or HS Diploma with 2 years related experience required; demonstrated typing (50 wpm), organization, writing, and communication skills required. Full-time; excellent benefits. Send resume to: The Arc of Delaware County, Attn: RFI, 34570 State Hwy 10, Walton, NY 13856, or e-mail mailto:delarc@delarc.org. EOE/AA 4-24(4w)b EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING SPECIALIST Train and support individuals with disabilities to learn necessary skills for successful employment. Develop community contacts to increase job opportunities, work cooperatively with employers for successful outcomes, conduct job assessments, and maintain records. H.S. Diploma w/ 2 years related experience preferably w/ people with disabilities. Send resume to: The Arc of Delaware County, Attn: RFI, 34570 State Highway 10, Walton, NY 13856 or email to delarc@delarc.org. For more information visit: www.delarc.org EOE/AA 4-24(4w)b 5¢ for each word over 20 words Fill out and mail this coupon with your payment to the Classified Department, PO Box 208, Sidney, NY 13838, or call us at 561-3526 to place an ad. All ads must be in our hands by Monday at 5 p.m. for Thursday’s paper. HELP WANTED WANTED TO BUY HURLBURT COIN AND PAPER - Buying old U.S. gold, silver and copper coins, paper currency. Also buying antique fishing lures, gold and silver pocket watches. Cash offers. Appraisals. Ken - 607235-2818. 12-4wtfc LEGAL NOTICE Phone ___________________________No of Weeks to run ____ FOUND LEGAL NOTICE Heading to be placed under ______________________________ FOUND – Prescription glasses in Tri-Town News parking lot. Call 561-3526. The Town of Coventry has Surplus Equipment offered to Public Bidding. We are now accepting bids for: A 1995 International 4900, Regular Cab, Single Axle, Dump Truck, with a 6 Speed Transmission and a DT466 Engine. You may view the truck at the Town Barn during business hours 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Selling with no reserve and the Town has the right to accept or reject any and all bids. Please send Bids in a sealed envelope marked “Truck Bid” to: Town of Coventry 2544 State Highway 206 Greene, NY 13778 Bids must be in by May 13, 2014 at 3:30 p.m. 4-24(2w)c 1________________ 2 ________________ 3 ________________ 4________________ 5 ________________ 6 ________________ 7________________ 8 ________________ 9 ________________ 10______________ 11 _______________ 12 ________________ 13______________ 14 _______________ 15 ________________ 16______________ 17 _______________ 18 ________________ 19______________ 20 _______________ This many words $5.00. 5¢ per word from here. 21______________ 22 _______________ 23 ________________ 24______________ 25 _______________ 26 ________________ 27______________ 28 _______________ 29 ________________ 30______________ 31 _______________ 32 ________________ 33______________ 34 _______________ 35 ________________ No. of words over 20 = __________ x 5¢ = ________ + $5.00 = subtotal __________ x No. of weeks __________ = TOTAL ENCLOSED ________________ EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women, and people securing custody of children under the age of 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800669-9777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800543-8294. LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE CONCERNING THE EXAMINATION OF ASSESSMENT INVENTORY AND VALUATION DATA (Pursuant to Section 501 of the Real Property Tax Law) Notice is herby given that assessment inventory and valuation data is available for examination and review. This data is the information, which will be used to establish the assessment of each parcel, which will appear on the Tentative Assessment Roll of the Town of Bainbridge, which will be filed on or before May 1, 2014. The information may be reviewed, by appointment, in the Assessor’s Office at 15 N. Main St., Bainbridge, on May 6 and 13 between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and on May 15 or 17 between the hours of 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. and 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. An appointment to review the assessment information may be made by telephoning the Assessor at 607-967-5232. Dated first day of April 2014. Richard Koppenaal 4-24(2w)c What Is An Ad? An ad is something you pay to put in the paper. It is guaranteed to be in the paper or you get your money back. It can list prices and is worded exactly the way you give it to us. If it is a display ad (one with a box or border around it) it can include pictures or artwork, such as photos of a person with a birthday, balloons, your business logo, etc. It cannot be obscene, stolen from a website, book or another person. We do not print ads that are used for mudslinging or bad-mouthing an institution, business or person. All ads must be received by Monday at 5 p.m. or they will not get in that week’s issue. If you need to see a proof of the ad we need to receive it by noon on Monday. What Is An Article? Call 607561-3526 to place YOUR Classified Ad! An article can be edited by our staff. It can include a photo, but not artwork like logos or symbols. It cannot include prices. We use the articles first for things that are coming up in the next week. If something has already happened, we use the article as space is available. A smaller article may get in before a longer article because space is easier to find for it. It cannot be obscene, stolen from a website, book or another person. We do not print articles that are used for mudslinging or bad-mouthing an institution, business or person. All articles must be received by Monday at 5 p.m. or they will not get in that week’s issue. Tri-Town News — Thursday, April 24, 2014— 19 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING, BUDGET VOTE AND ELECTION AFTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing of the qualified voters of the Afton Central School District, Afton, New York will be held in the MS/HS Library in said District on Tuesday, May 13, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. prevailing time, for the presentation of the budget. The budget will be available for review beginning on May 5, 2014 at the District Office. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the annual meeting of the qualified voters of the Afton Central School District, Afton, New York will be held in the lobby at the main entrance of the school in said District on Tuesday, May 20, 2014 between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, at which time the polls will be opened to vote by ballot upon the following items: 1. To adopt the annual budget of the School District for the fiscal year 20142015 and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District. 2. To elect board members to fill one (1) vacancy on the Board of Education when the term of one (1) member will expire on June 30, 2014 and be filled for a five (5) year term from July 1, 2014 - June 30, 2019. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that voting will be conducted on May 20, 2014, for the purpose of authorizing the Board of Education of the Afton Central School District of Afton, New York to expend a sum not to exceed $132,000.00 for the purchase of one (1) 49 passenger bus and one (1) 8 passenger vehicle, both for the purpose of transporting students; and to issue installment obligations of the district for the payment therefore in accordance with the Education Law and Local Finance Law, and to levy the necessary tax therefore. a) Vehicle specifications will be available for public inspection during the fourteen days immediately preceding the annual meeting except Saturday, Sunday, or holiday, at the District Office during the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. prevailing time. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a copy of the statement of the amount of money which will be required to fund the School District’s budget for 2014-2015, exclusive of public monies, may be obtained by any resident of the District during business hours beginning Monday, May 5, 2014 at the District Office of the school. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that petitions nominating candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education shall be filed with the Clerk of said School District in the District Office, not later than Monday, April 21, 2014, between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Each petition shall be directed to the Clerk of the District and shall be signed by at least (25) qualified voters of the District, and must state the name and residence of the candidate. Nominating petition forms are available at the District Office during normal business hours. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that applications for absentee ballots will be obtainable between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays, at the District Office. Completed applications must be received by the District at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. Absentee ballots must be received by the District Clerk not later than 3:30 p.m., prevailing time, on Tuesday, May 20, 2014. A list of persons to whom absentee ballots are issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the District Office between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on weekdays prior to the day set for the annual election and on May 20, 2014, the day set for the election. Any qualified voter present in the polling place may object to the voting of the ballot upon appropriate grounds for making his/her challenge and the reasons therefore known to the Inspector of Election before the close of the polls. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the qualified voters of the School District shall be entitled to vote at said annual vote and election. A qualified voter is one who is 1) a citizen of the United States, 2) 18 years of age or older, and 3) resident within the School District for a period of 30 days next preceding the annual vote and election. The school district may require all persons offering to vote at the budget vote and election to provide one form of proof of residency pursuant to Education Law 2018c. Such form may include a car registration or New York State Income Tax Form. Upon offer of proof of residency, the school district may also require all persons offering to vote to provide their signature, printed name and address. Vanessa Warren District Clerk Afton Central School 4-10, 4-24, 5-8, 5-15(4w)c LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ANNUAL SCHOOL DISTRICT BUDGET HEARING AND VOTE UNATEGO CENTRAL SCHOOL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Annual Budget Hearing of the inhabitants of the Unatego Central School, qualified to vote at school meetings in said District, will be held at the Unatego Jr-Sr High School in the Town of Otego, New York, on Monday, May 12, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. where the proposed school district budget for the 2014-2015 school year shall be presented. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual District Budget Vote and Election of Members to the Board of Education for those qualified to vote in said District, will be held at the Unatego Jr-Sr High School in the Town of Otego, New York, on Tuesday, May 20, 2014, between the hours of 12:00 noon and 9:00 p.m. for such business as is authorized by the Education Law. NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN that a copy of the statement of the amount of money which will be required for the ensuing year for school purposes may be obtained by any taxpayer in the District fourteen days immediately preceding the vote except Saturday, Sunday, or holidays between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. at the Unadilla Elementary School, Unadilla, New York, the Otego Elementary School, Otego, New York and the Unatego Jr.-Sr. High School, Route 7, Otego, New York. Petitions nominating candidates for the office of Member of the Board of Education must be filed with the Clerk of the District between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. and not later than 5:00 p.m. on April 21, 2014. The following vacancies are to be filled: Three (3) three-year terms ending June 30, 2017 Each petition must be directed to the Clerk of the District, be signed by at least twenty-five qualified voters of the District and shall state the name and residence of each signer. Vacancies upon the Board shall not be considered separate specific offices. The individuals receiving the highest number of votes shall be elected to the vacancies. NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN that any proposition that is required to be included for a vote shall be submitted in writing by means of a petition signed by at least 25 qualified voters, stating the address of each signer, which petition shall be filed with the Board of Education not later than 30 days before the date of the election set forth in this notice, unless a greater number of days is required by statute. Any petition shall be rejected by the Board of Education not later than 30 days before the date of the election set forth in this notice, unless a greater number of days are required by statute. Any petition shall be rejected by the Board of Education if the purpose of the proposition is not within the powers of the voters, or where the expenditure of money is required for the proposition and such proposition fails to include the necessary specific appropriation. NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN that applications for absentee ballots may be obtained at the District Clerk’s office from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Completed applications are to be submitted to the Clerk of the District no later than seven days prior to the scheduled date of the vote (if done by mail) or the day before the vote if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the absentee voter. Absentee ballots are to be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 20, 2014 to the district office. A list of all persons to whom absentee ballots have been issued shall be available for public inspection during regular office hours, which are between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. until the date of election. Any qualified voter may, upon examination of such list, file a written challenge of qualifications of any person whose name appears on such list stating the reason for the challenge. Such list shall be posted in a conspicuous place during the election, and any qualified voter may challenge the acceptance of the absentee ballot or a person on such list, by making this challenge and the reasons for the challenge known to the inspectors of election before the close of the polls. Dated: 4-2-14 Joan M. French, Clerk of the Unatego Board of Education 4-10, 4-24, 5-8, 5-15(4w)c Due to the length and number of Legal Notices this week they have spilled over on page 12. 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Run the same business directory ad in The Tri-Town News and our sister publications Chenango American, Oxford Review-Times and Whitney Point Reporter. 20 — Tri-Town News — Thursday, April 24, 2014 State Police Investigate Armed Robbery in Oneonta ONEONTA - On April 19, at approximately 8:39 p.m., the New York State Police at Oneonta responded to a reported armed robbery at Convenience Express, 5374 State Route 7, Oneonta. Investigation revealed a white male approximately 6 ft. to 6 ft. 2 inches tall, medium build, wearing a full face mask, dark colored hooded sweatshirt with Monster & Fox Racing logos across chest, entered the store and stole an undisclosed amount of money. Subject then fled on foot towards the City of Oneonta. State Police were assisted at the scene by members of the Otsego County Sheriff’s Department. Anyone with information is requested to contact the New York State Police at Oneonta, N.Y. at 432-3211. POLICE BLOTTER All crimes described in this press release are allegations, and suspects named are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Chenango County Sheriff April 21 - Deputy Lawrence arrested Heather A. Prince, age 29, of the Village of Bainbridge, on an active Arrest Warrant issued out of the Chenango County Family Court for her failure to comply with her child support requirements. Heather also had an active bench warrant issued out of the Town of Norwich Court for failure to appear for a previous petit larceny charge. Heather was remanded to the Chenango County Correctional Facility on $5,000 bail. Delaware County Sheriff On Monday afternoon, April 21, Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputies, assisted by the Village of Sidney Police Department, arrested Michael J. Nodine, 27, of the Village of Sidney, on an Arrest Warrant charging him with attempted assault in the second degree, a Class E felony. Nodine is accused of assaulting and attempting to cause physical injury to another inmate within the Delaware County Correctional Facility on April 15. Nodine, who was being held in the Correctional Facility in lieu of $5,000 bail on a pending rape charge, posted bail on April 17 and was released from jail. The assaulted inmate, also from the Village of Sidney, sustained minor injuries, which did not require medical treatment. Nodine was arraigned on the attempted assault charge in the Town of Delhi Court Monday evening and was remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility in lieu of $1,000 cash bail pending further court action. Meet, Greet Local Artist In Franklin FRANKLIN – Ken Stalter, renowned for his wood carvings and folk art drawings of times gone by, will be at the Franklin Railroad and Community Museum on Sunday, April 27, from 1 to 5 p.m. for a “meet and greet” event. Ken will have some of his art on display. The museum is located at 574 Main St. Contestants Sought in Sidney For Annual Queen Contest MASONVILLE NEWS ANNE SCOTT, CORRESPONDENT TELEPHONE 265-3368 Christian Revival Skating Event On Saturday, May 17, from 3 to 5 p.m., there will be a Christian Revival Skating event at the Sidney Skating Rink. This event is a celebration of Christian love and other churches are invited to participate, enjoy some games, roller skating and music with people around to share in the fun. Refreshments will be available for sale. This is a time for Christian togetherness and good times for all so spread the word to come and have some fun with friends old and new. Lawn Sale Masonville Federated Church is having a lawn sale on Saturday, May 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. You may rent a table and get those items together for sale. Spring is here and folks are doing some spring cleaning and probably have items that they no longer need and would like to get rid of. What better way to do this while making money on them. Refreshments and lunch will be for sale also. Personals It was such a great weekend for Easter this year and many had good gatherings with friends and family. Hope all had a good time and enjoyed the great weather. Probably many enjoyed some Easter dinner outdoors on their picnic tables and the children got to have some egg hunts and fun playing outdoors for a change instead of the snow and cold weather. Harold and I traveled to York, N.Y. to our daughter and family’s home for the weekend and enjoyed dinner with them and son-in-law’s parents. We spent lots of time outdoors Have your Tri-Town News delivered to your e-mail inbox instead of your postal service mail box! All you need is high speed Internet service and Acrobat Reader and we’ll deliver your newspaper right to your inbox. The pages will look exactly the same on your computer monitor as the printed version with an added bonus – most of the photographs will be in color! If you would like to switch your current mailed subscription to an e-mail subscription, or if you would like to start a new e-mail subscription, please fill out the form below and mail it to us. (Please Print) with the temperature getting around the low 70s watching the children play some basketball and just gabbing. Condolences Sympathy is extended to Bob Morey and JoAnn Gray on the death of their sister, Dolly, who lived in Connecticut. There was a service for her at C.H. Landers in Sidney on April 21. She lived around Masonville area when she was young and lots of her family still remains here including her uncle, Norm Jump and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Birthday Greetings There is another celebration to keep in mind, there will be an open house for Norman Jump, who will turn 90-yearold, or is it young, on Saturday, May 10 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Sidney Country Club. Cake and coffee will be served and it is requested that no gifts, your presence is all that is needed. We hope Norm has a great day and wish him many more birthdays to come. Birthday wishes also go out to Chad Mott on April 29; Joyce Freyer on April 30; Toni Coddington on May 2; Dwayne Scott and Larry Jump Jr. on May 3; Harold Paul on May 4; and Bill Ostrander and Justin North on May 5. Have a great day everyone. Church News Adult Sunday School is at 9:45 a.m. with regular church services at 11 a.m. The Food Pantry is open on Fridays from 1 to 3 p.m. at the church. Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. will be Bible Study at the church. On Saturday, May 3, the American Baptist Women’s Spring Basket meeting will be in Gilbertsville. Have a great week everyone. THE DEADLINE FOR ALL ADS AND ARTICLES IS 5 PM ON MONDAY SIDNEY – The Sidney Fire Department Queen Contest will be Friday, May 16. The contest is for girls 14-18 years of age, of fireman and non-fireman families alike. They need to be residing at home with their parents or legal guardians. They must reside in the Sidney Fire District, or have a parent who is a member of the Sidney Fire Department. Franklin Middle/High School Third Quarter Honor Roll 12th Grade Principals List -Katie Allen, Stephen Banks, Jordan Beers and Sierra Jones High Honor – Matthew D’Angelo, Tristan Hewitt, Alexis Hurlburt, Lynndon Huyck, Keri Schmidt, Shawn Smith, Mara Stalter and Alica Thomas Honor Roll- Severia Arend and Adam Jump 11th Grade Principals ListJessica Downin High Honor- Jonathon Ackley, William Davis, Blaine Fairchilds, Jacob Gregory, Gabriel Latoraca, Jessi McNeilly, Elizabeth Niebanck, Theresa Peterson, Matthew Ross and Joseph Terrano Honor Roll- Casey Jean Burch, Christopher Dyke, Kenneth Jacobsen, Kyle Martin, Logan Miller, Kailee Pantale and Devon Roe 10th Grade Principals List- Gloria Banks and Max Carey High Honor-Derek Beers, Katiesue Humphreys, Mariah McNeilly and Turner Thies Honor Roll-Elina Martinez, Dustin McNeilly, Nicholas Thies and Courtney Vaccaro 9th Grade Principals List- Alexis Eichler High Honor- Emily Chaloupka, Jessie Davis, Paige Fairchilds, Macy Jordan, Malorie Jordan, Sky Monosson, Joseph NoWhitney, Sheldan Robinson, Jetta Shackelton and Stacey Sickler Honor Roll- Kyle Ackley, Zachary Bryan, Alicia DeSilva, Joshua Jones, Miranda Little, Caprice Schmidt and Sabra Warner RUMMAGE SALE Saturday, May 3 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Bag Sale at Noon Unadilla Methodist Church, Main St., Unadilla (Across from Great American) Sponsored by Women of Unadilla United Methodist Church Name Address City State Zip E-mail address CHECK ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: ___ Yes, I want to switch to an e-mail subscription ___ Please start a new e-mail subscription for me New subscribers please mail a check for $32 to: The Tri-Town News, PO Box 208, Sidney, NY 13838-0208 Or we can charge your Visa card or MasterCard Sat., May 3 10-5 p.m. Sales, Refreshments, Unique Mother’s Day Gifts FREE ADMISSION Card number Avenue Antique Gallery Expiration date Antiques & Newer Items Name on card The main duty of the queen is to accompany the firemen to parades throughout the year. She is also invited to other fire department and auxiliary events. Applications are available in the Sidney Middle and High School offices. If you have any questions you may call Nadine or Nancy at 5638119 or Karee at 287-6649. 114 Washington Ave. Endicott (607) 834-7010 8th Grade Principals List - Felix Bridel and Kirsten Brownell High Honor- Lilliana Bevilacqua, Lacey Cox and Cain Rodriguez Honor Roll- Jarrett Bryan, Tinsely Buffington, Nicholas Chase, Damin McNeilly, Jennifer Meo, Corynne Nordberg, Timothy Peterson, Jeffrey Sarno and Joseph Serrao 7th Grade Principals list- Tyler Gregory and Christina Worden High Honor – Juliana Archibald, Collin Campbell, Rachel Cobane, Carson Dutcher, Amber Jordan and Angus MacLeod Honor Roll - Daniel Coughlin, Olivia Hyzer, Demitri Jaromack, Molli Opramolla, Jonathan Robinson, Sebastian Swift and Adam Thies Train Exhibit Set in Delhi DELHI – The Delhi Historical Society invites you to view an exhibit of model trains and memorabilia at the Cannon House at 47 Main St., Delhi on Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. This is a fun, free event for the whole family to enjoy. Local collector, Bill Cash, will display trains that ran to Delhi. Contact Delhi Historical Society program coordinators, Mary Jane Henderson at 746-2570 or Sue Pearson at 746-2898 with any questions concerning this program. Greene Church Plans to Host Model Train Show GREENE - The snow is gone and it’s getting warmer a good time to visit the spring train show sponsored by the Greene Model Railroad Club. It will be at the Berean Bible Church, south of Greene at the intersection of State Route 12 and County Route 2 on Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be vendors to buy from; train layouts to visit; and food for the hungry – all for your enjoyment. A free will offering will be received. For more information, please contact Bill Williams at 656-8486 or Jim Weir at 656-4419. This is a fun day for young and old alike so do come enjoy the trains with us. Call 607561-3526 to place YOUR Classified Ad!