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Cooks Falls Water Rates Set to Rise as Colchester Confronts District Shortfall

COOKS FALLS - Residents of the Cooks Falls Water District may see their quarterly water bills increase by $50 following a public hearing Wednesday, Nov. 4, as Colchester officials work to address a …

Signs Of Fall In Sidney

SIDNEY - The trees have mostly dropped their leaves on the hillsides but as a reminder that fall is also a harvest season, a colorful array of pumpkins and gourds at the ‘Welcome to Sidney’ sign …

‘A Person of Good Character’: Andes Students Pay Tribute to Local Veterans

ANDES - Andes Central School staff and students honored local veterans on Thursday, Nov. 5 with a pre-Veterans Day luncheon and ceremony in the school gymnasium. The event featured short speeches …

Correction

In the Nov. 5 article titled “New Cooks Falls Justice Court Clerk Appointed,” it was misreported that Melanie Huggins was appointed Cooks Falls Justice Court Clerk. Huggins was appointed as the …

East Branch Rest Area Gets $4M Makeover, Construction Underway

HANCOCK - A familiar stop for travelers along state Route 17 in Delaware County is getting a $4 million renovation, with construction now underway at the East Branch Rest Area on the westbound side …

Hamden Advances Oxbow Hollow Road Stabilization, Eyes $118K Bucket Truck Purchase

HAMDEN - Hamden Supervisor Wayne Marshfield provided updates on the projects and highway department operations following a town council meeting Wednesday, Nov. 4. Council members authorized the …
Sports
Delaware League Standings

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

CHENANGO VALLEY - Margaretville’s girls varsity soccer season came to an end Saturday, Nov. 7, with a 3-1 loss to Lisbon in the New York State Class D regional round. The Blue Devils (14-5), …
In Match VI of the Central Empire State Rifle and Pistol League for Nov. 6, teams from Walton, Stamdofrd/Richmondville and Rockdale notched victories. Walton defeated Sidney: 1083-18X to …
GREENE - Delhi-South Kortright senior Jaden Lewis claimed the boys individual title, while runners from Sidney and Delhi-South Kortright delivered several top-10 finishes at the Section IV …
From left, Jeannie Langdon, Dawn D’Addezio and Sarah Hood of Downsville celebrate completing the 26.2-mile Marine Corps Marathon on Oct. 25 in Washington, D.C. Langdon completed her ninth marathon, …
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

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 …

Colchester

Hello friends, some of you may know I am also the coordinator for the Colchester Community Food Pantry located at the Colchester Community Church in Downsville.   We are open from 10 a.m. - noon …
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