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Ashland Speaks

By Matthew Avitabile

By Lula AndersonCan you believe how cold it's been?  The one night was -5.  Weather right out of January.  Makes you wonder what the rest of the winter will be like.  I met Peggy Rappleyea in Jim's the other day and she predicted a cold December and then moderate the rest of the season.  I do hope she's right.  The snow Tuesday was predicted well in advance—yes, stores were loaded with people stocking up on milk, bread, and water, but those who didn't order their snow tires soon enough h...

Dec 14, 2025 • 69 views

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Out Lexington Way

By Matthew Avitabile

By Christine DwonThe Rappleyea/Strausser house on Spruceton Road, West Kill was destroyed by fire on Dec. 2.  Dale Strausser and his dog were living in the home.  They are both safe. Everything was lost in the fire.    Needed clothing—36×32 pants, 2XL shirts, 9 ½ shoes. There is a collection box at the Community Hall in West Kill. Donations may also be left at the Lexington Municipal Building. Debbie Maynard is the contact person at 518-610-3439.      Santa Claus came to town Dec. ...

Dec 14, 2025 • 241 views

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Sgt. James F. Carty, DSC VFW Post 1545

By Matthew Avitabile

Winter has rolled in with a big blast of cold weather for us this past week. We had bingo on Thursday December 4th along with some snow squalls which limited our attendance although it was a fun group who came and played. We were all warm and comfortable and I would like to thank all who showed up. Our next bingo night will be Thursday December 18 at 6 p.m. We judged all the Patriot Pen entrees and invitations will be going out to the students with a date to be determined for award presentatio...

Dec 14, 2025 • 215 views

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Democrat Mary Finneran announces her candidacy for Assembly District 102

By Matthew Avitabile

CAIRO — The following statement was released by Mary Finneran, who is seeking a seat in the State Assembly.As their chair, I’m proud that the Cairo Democratic Committee strongly supports my candidacy for the 102nd Assembly District’s seat, being left vacant by Assemblyman Chris Tague’s decision to run for state senate. I’m a lifelong upstate New Yorker, retired educator, artist, union member and organizer in social/economic and environmental/climate issues.  I’ve served on many boa...

Dec 14, 2025 • 206 views

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Thank You from the Cobleskill Little League

By Matthew Avitabile

COBLESKILL — The Cobleskill Little League would like to thank D & D Power for their supporting and helping with our efforts in maintaining the ball field, in keeping it a safe place for the kids to play ball. They generously donated their time and equipment this past Wednesday in replacing three of the ball field light poles that were in need of being replaced.Photos by Bill Combs.Remember to Subscribe! Subscription Options One Year $50.00 USD Six Months $30.00 USD One Year with Insider Newsle...

Dec 8, 2025 • 194 views

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Thank You from the Cobleskill Little League

By Matthew Avitabile

COBLESKILL — The Cobleskill Little League would like to thank D & D Power for their supporting and helping with our efforts in maintaining the ball field, in keeping it a safe place for the kids to play ball. They generously donated their time and equipment this past Wednesday in replacing three of the ball field light poles that were in need of being replaced.Photos by Bill Combs.Remember to Subscribe! Subscription Options One Year $50.00 USD Six Months $30.00 USD One Year with Insider Newsle...

Dec 8, 2025 • 215 views

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Local History - Thanksgiving Week in Cobleskill, November 1945

By Matthew Avitabile

By Wildert MarteCOBLESKILL — Thanksgiving week in Cobleskill in 1945 read like a town settling back into old rhythms after years of upheaval. The war had ended only months earlier, and the Index carried the quiet, familiar signs of a holiday returning to normal families traveling, church groups organizing suppers, and neighborhoods preparing for a long weekend of company, cooking, and early winter chores. You could see the holiday everywhere, not in bold headlines, but in the steady run of lo...

Dec 8, 2025 • 282 views

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Local History - Thanksgiving Week in Cobleskill, November 1945

By Matthew Avitabile

By Wildert MarteCOBLESKILL — Thanksgiving week in Cobleskill in 1945 read like a town settling back into old rhythms after years of upheaval. The war had ended only months earlier, and the Index carried the quiet, familiar signs of a holiday returning to normal families traveling, church groups organizing suppers, and neighborhoods preparing for a long weekend of company, cooking, and early winter chores. You could see the holiday everywhere, not in bold headlines, but in the steady run of lo...

Dec 8, 2025 • 113 views

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Fire Strikes Harmony Acres

By Matthew Avitabile

Credit to our own Robert Duso for these shots from the fire at the former Harmony Acres on Union St. in Cobleskill Monday on a cold night. Volunteers help when is needed most, anytime of day.Remember to Subscribe! Subscription Options One Year $50.00 USD Six Months $30.00 USD One Year with Insider Newsletter $75.00 USD Thank you for reading the Schoharie News! Our work depends on your continued generosity and as such we appreciate all the support our readers give to us on a daily basis, whether ...

Dec 8, 2025 • 258 views

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Fire Strikes Harmony Acres

By Matthew Avitabile

Credit to our own Robert Duso for these shots from the fire at the former Harmony Acres on Union St. in Cobleskill Monday on a cold night. Volunteers help when is needed most, anytime of day.Remember to Subscribe! Subscription Options One Year $50.00 USD Six Months $30.00 USD One Year with Insider Newsletter $75.00 USD Thank you for reading the Schoharie News! Our work depends on your continued generosity and as such we appreciate all the support our readers give to us on a daily basis, whether ...

Dec 8, 2025 • 106 views

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Bonczkowski Drops 16 as Tigers’ Late Rally Comes Up Short at Sage, 71-68

By Matthew Avitabile

 COBLESKILL – The SUNY Cobleskill women’s basketball team put together a big fourth-quarter run Monday night inside the Kahl Campus Center, but their late push came up just short in a 71–68 finish against Russell Sage.Hannah Bonczkowski (Gilbertsville, NY) kept the Tigers within striking distance all night, leading the way with 16 points, four rebounds, two steals, and four made threes, including two clutch triples in the final minute. First-years Sydney Delisle (Mechanicville, NY) and Ka...

Dec 8, 2025 • 218 views

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Christmas Bazaar & Bake Sale Dec. 6

By Matthew Avitabile

COBLESKILL — There will be a Christmas Bazaar and Bake Sale at the Lawyersville Reformed Church Hall at 109 Philip Schuyler Road in Cobleskill Saturday, Dec. 6 from 9am to 2pm with a snow date of Dec. 13.Remember to Subscribe! Subscription Options One Year $50.00 USD Six Months $30.00 USD One Year with Insider Newsletter $75.00 USD Thank you for reading the Schoharie News! Our work depends on your continued generosity and as such we appreciate all the support our readers give to us on a daily ...

Dec 8, 2025 • 239 views