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Colchester Code Enforcement Issues 11 Permits in October

COLCHESTER - The town of Colchester issued 11 permits and collected $2,222 in permit fees during October, according to the monthly code enforcement report submitted to the town council by Code …

Colchester Adopts Amended Preliminary 2027 Budget With 2.3% Tax Levy Increase

COOKS FALLS - The Colchester Town Council adopted its amended preliminary 2027 budget Nov. 4, approving a spending plan totaling approximately $5.14 million and increasing the overall amount to be …

Roxbury Officials Hear Feedback on Proposed Budget and Tax Cap Override

ROXBURY - Roxbury council members held a public hearing Thursday, Nov. 5, to lay out the town’s preliminary 2027 budget and take comments on it along with a proposed local law to override the New …

Town of Sidney Keeps 2027 Tax Increase Low, Expands Senior Tax Relief

SIDNEY - Sidney town officials approved a 2027 budget that keeps the tax levy increase to 0.41%, expanded income eligibility for senior property tax exemptions and addressed several town maintenance …

Margaretville Rotary Honors Eric Van Benschoten for Service Above Self

MARGARETVILLE - Community volunteer and Margaretville Rotary Club veteran Eric Van Benschoten was honored on Thursday, Oct. 22 with a Paul Harris pin and the accolades of fellow chapter members who …

Hancock Overrides Tax Cap as 2027 Budget Faces Scrutiny

HANCOCK - Hancock council members moved to override the state property tax levy limit and considered its 2027 spending plan during its Nov. 4 meeting, as questions about rising taxes and the town’s …
Sports
Delaware League Standings

Varsity Boys Soccer (5 league games) Gilboa Conesville/Roxbury                     5-0     13-3-1 HTC         …

The Delaware League has announced its 2026-27 Varsity Girls Soccer All-Star selections, recognizing players from across the league for their performances during the season. Charlotte …
The Delaware League has announced its 2026-27 varsity boys golf all-star selections, recognizing players from eight area programs for their performances during the season. The first team …
ENDICOTT - A strong offensive performance and a defense that limited big plays carried Delhi to a 49-14 victory over Deposit/Hancock on Saturday, Nov. 7. Delaware Academy scored 14 points in the …
Varsity Boys Soccer (5 league games) Gilboa Conesville/Roxbury                     5-0     13-3-1 HTC         …
Academics
Walton Board of Ed Meets Nov. 17

The next regular meeting of the Board of Education will be on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 6 p.m. in the Walton Central School Board of Education room located in the O’Neill High School. Regular …

There will be a Walton CSD 2026 Capital Project Public Forum for Q&A on Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the O’Neill High School auditorium.
Delaware Opportunities staff attended the 41st Annual Youth Awards Banquet to celebrate the outstanding youth and youth workers making a difference in our community. Delaware Opportunities Board …
The Roscoe Central School Class of 1963 gathered Sept. 25-27, 2026, for its 63rd class reunion, with a weekend of get-togethers in Roscoe. Festivities began Friday with a buffet at the Courtyard, …
The DCMO BOCES School Lunch Management team was honored at an event in Binghamton Tuesday, Oct. 27. The Rural Health Network of South Central New York held its annual Rural Health Awards celebration, …
Arts & Entertainment
Sidney: Share the Bounty Nov. 19

The community is invited to enjoy a free meal at the Share the Bounty dinner Thursday, Nov. 19, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Parish Center, 15 Liberty St. Hosted by Knights of Columbus …

STAMFORD — With winter settling in, the Headwaters Arts Center is offering a creative way to brighten the season: turning everyday materials into handmade jewelry. The center will host a …
Fans of traditional bluegrass, gospel and old country music can enjoy an evening of live music when the Cedar Ridge Bluegrass Band performs Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre, 15 …
SIDNEY — Moviegoers can enjoy an afternoon of science fiction and popcorn Nov. 15 when the Friends of the Libraries present a screening of “Project Hail Mary” at the Sidney Memorial Public …
MARGARETVILLE - Margaretville’s annual Halloween Parade Friday, Oct. 30 drew the usual cohort of elementary school students, high school musicians and parents, teachers and friends when it stepped …
Obituaries
Susan Earl
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Susan Earl, 63, a beloved wife, sister friend, and cherished member of the …
Fredrick E. Winters
Fredrick E. Winters, 81, passed away on Nov. 1, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved him dearly and memories that will last a …
Brian E. Robinson
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. …
Donald L. Tompkins
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald L. Tompkins, who left us Oct. 27, 2026, at the age of 84. He was born …
Betty D. Tompkins
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Betty D. Tompkins, who left us peacefully on October 30, 2026, at the age of …
Weather Words
“Last Wednesday, we had 63 degrees, that was way above normal. Of course, as soon as the sun dropped behind the hills, the temperature dropped quickly and we ended up back into the 30s. Then we had …
Outdoor Life
New York conducted a Trout Stream Access Verification Project from 2022 through 2025 to ensure that trout raised with public funds are only stocked into stream reaches where public access is …
In 2021, DEC began a study to see if more conservative harvest regulations on 15 waters would lead to better opportunities to catch larger sunfish (bluegill and pumpkinseed) and crappie. The effects …
The Catskill Mountain Club (CMC) presented its Leadership Award to the Susquehanna ADK Chapter at its Annual Dinner. CMC Executive Director, Peter Manning, told the story of the ADK Chapter …
With hunting seasons underway and fall hiking still at its peak, DEC is encouraging outdoor enthusiasts to follow safety precautions while recreating this fall and winter. Whether you are a hiker, …
Opinion
We need to vote……………that comes first. How we vote is just as critical. Please consider that we have had seven elected representatives to Congress out of 26, all Republicans. They have …
The lack of affordable housing in our upstate region is a critical issue with large ramifications. For the young, the seniors and the economic health of the region. Young people are leaving the …
Letters to the editor
The current administration is widely described as operating in an environment of unprecedented opportunities for private enrichment through public power—and it’s a systemic problem blurring the …
The current situation in our country is one in which just a small group of very rich and powerful people are controlling our government. The wealth disparity, along with the corruption and lies, has …
Police
MASONVILLE — A Delaware County man was arrested and issued 10 tickets after state environmental conservation officers linked him to the illegal killing of two deer in the Town of Masonville on …
The Colchester Police Department responded to 223 calls for service in October 2026 and made 10 arrests, according to the department’s monthly activity report. Traffic enforcement accounted …
Colchester Police Department Christina M. Lorusso, 37, Downsville, was arrested Oct. 18 and charged with second-degree aggravated unlawful operation of a motor vehicle. Lorusso was issued an …
DELHI - At a swearing-in ceremony held at the Delaware County Public Safety Building Thursday, Oct. 22, Sheriff Craig S. DuMond announced the promotion of Deputy Sheriff Justin Mohr to Deputy Sheriff …
Real Estate Transactions
October 27 - November 2, 2026 real estate transaction reports. To view enlarged image, click here.
October 20-26, 2026 real estate transaction report. To view enlarged image, click here.
Our Community Columns

Delhi

Last week’s trivia question was when will the next round of Hometown Heroes banners go up? The banners on display right now and any new applications received before the end of April will go up …

Walton

There will be another meeting at WCS to discuss putting up the capital project vote again on Thursday, Nov 12 at 6 p.m. at the high school. Come out to hear the new proposition and see if there are …

Sidney/Unadilla

Sidney The Rotary Club of Sidney will have a meeting on Friday, Nov. 13 beginning at noon with a light lunch. All Rotarians and guests welcome. Meeting at St. Luke’s Church, 139 West Main …

Masonville

Trisha Yearwood and Garth Brooks, Country Musicians “We get caught up in what we need, and kindness is really about having grace for everybody, no matter what you happen to agree with or disagree …

Franklin

Franklin Central School fall sports events can be found at https://www.schedulegalaxy.com/schools/130. The Backpack Program is fundraising via the Regional Food Bank. Donations can be made …
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