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LEGISLATURE STUFF - No Waiting at the DMV

By Matthew Avitabile

By Michael RyanCATSKILL - The good news is that starting in mid-February, there will be no long lines at the Department of Motor Vehicles, members of the Greene County Legislature have been advised.The bad news is the reprieve will last for approximately three days, including a holiday, and the reason is the offices won’t be open.County Clerk Marilyn Farrell reported the temporary shutdown during a legislative Government Operations committee meeting, Tuesday night.Farrell said the DMV office i...

Jan 22, 2026 • 204 views

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Cobleskill Weathers Through Ice Storms

By Matthew Avitabile

By Joshua WaltherCOBLESKILL - On Monday evening, the Cobleskill Town Board met with Highway Superintendent Timothy Gallagher to discuss the nonstop weather patterns he’s had to combat.“It’s been seventeen days straight,” he said, noting that his crew are on constant shift rotations. “I cover twenty four hours so that my guys can go home and sleep for a few hours, then I go and get a couple hours of sleep myself.”When asked how many men are working underneath Superintendent Gallagher,...

Jan 19, 2026 • 187 views

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CPI Has Big Plans for Cobleskill

By Matthew Avitabile

By Matthew AvitabileCOBLESKILL - Cobleskill Partnership, Inc. has big plans for Cobleskill in recent years, building on its track record of success. New President Bruce Tryon spoke to us Friday about a number of programs the organization plans to improve and create. Tryon came into the role after eight years of the leadership of former President Lucas Fiedler.Tryon said that he had two main goals for the organization in the new year. He hopes to expand membership in CPI, including increasing vis...

Jan 19, 2026 • 187 views

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Literacy New York-Fulton, Montgomery, and Schoharie Counties 15th Annual SCRABBLE FUNdraiser is Coming

By Matthew Avitabile

RICHMONDVILLE — An upcoming SCRABBLE tournament is all about winning cash and bragging rights while having fun.Set for March 21 at Radez School in Richmondville, the annual tournament is a major fundraiser for Literacy Volunteers, which teaches adults how to read.And although fundraising is the purpose, fun is the focus on March 21.Teams of two to four people compete in three SCRABBLE games, all with different rules, and the total scores determine the winners.  The top team wins $200, the nex...

Jan 19, 2026 • 217 views

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Layaou Joins Cobleskill Police Department

By Matthew Avitabile

Raymond Layaou, signing his Oath of Office to become a part-time police officer. Also pictured, Dean DeMartino, Chief of Police, Heather Lacis, Village Clerk, and Brian Bienduga, Deputy Chief of PoliceBy Elizabeth BarrCOBLESKILL — The Village of Cobleskill is pleased to announce the hiring of Raymond Layaou as a part‑time police officer. Layaou officially took his Oath of Office on January 14.Layaou brings valuable experience to the department. He previously served with the Schoharie County ...

Jan 19, 2026 • 193 views

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A ‘Sobering’ Lesson at BOCES

By Matthew Avitabile

Lillian Stratton, McKenzie Tansey, Riley VanDenburghSCHOHARIE – Aspiring law officers McKenzie Tansey and Riley VanDenburgh practice administering a field sobriety test as classmate Lillian Stratton plays the part of the suspect during a recent class at the Career and Technical Education Center – Schoharie Campus.The Criminal Justice program seniors in Darin Jones’ class were practicing their skills as they entered the second half of their senior year in two-year program.VanDenburgh, from ...

Jan 19, 2026 • 166 views

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Tigers Use Strong Start and Late Stop to Beat Thomas 60-58

By Matthew Avitabile

Andrew Wright (Berne, NY) records 17 points & 10 rebounds double-double in Tigers win. Photo by Saro KarageozianCOBLESKILL – The SUNY Cobleskill men’s basketball team raced out to a 21-2 lead in the opening minutes and then leaned on another last-possession defensive stand to hold off Thomas College, securing a 60-58 North Atlantic Conference victory Sunday afternoon inside the Iorio Gymnasium.Andrew Wright (Berne, NY) continued his strong weekend with a double-double, finishing with 17 poin...

Jan 19, 2026 • 180 views

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Around the Neighborhood - Summit

By Matthew Avitabile

Summit ice by Lynn ReightmyerWoke up to a skating rink for a driveway on Wednesday January 7th. Had to get sand down just to walk 25 feet across to the chicken coop.Went to the do-it-yourself car wash in Warnerville on one of the nice days and even though the roads were fairly dry the car looked almost as bad as before the car wash when we got home.New Summit town clerk hours Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 12-3pm, Saturday 8-10am through January and 3rd Thursdays 4:30-6:30pm.Sad to hear that the Br...

Jan 19, 2026 • 182 views

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Eleven-Year-Old Rylee Rode Recognized for Outstanding Service to RVES

By Matthew Avitabile

Steven Swanson, President of Richmondville Volunteer Emergency Squad awarded Rylee Rode with the President's Award for Youth Services, honoring her five years of service and dedication. By Elizabeth BarrRICHMONDVILLE — Rylee Rode, age 11, was honored with the President’s Award for Youth Service by Steven Swanson, President of the Richmondville Volunteer Emergency Squad (RVES), during the organization’s monthly meeting on January 13. The award recognizes her five years of dedication and the...

Jan 19, 2026 • 161 views

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Richmondville Town Board Passes 20 Reorganizational Resolutions

By Matthew Avitabile

The Richmondville Volunteer Emergency Squad is doing pretty well financially, squad President Steve Swenson told the Richmondville Town Board at the Jan. 8 meeting. Photo by Chris English.By Chris EnglishRICHMONDVILLE — A busy meeting on Thursday, Jan. 8 saw the Town of Richmondville Board approve 20 Reorganizational Resolutions for 2026 and also discuss and take action on other business.On Reorganizational Resolutions all approved by the board, Town Clerk-Tax Collector-Registrar Maggie Smith ...

Jan 19, 2026 • 161 views

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Conesville Historical Society Hosting American History & Culture Trivia Night

By Matthew Avitabile

CONESVILLE — On Saturday, February 21st, there will be an American History and Culture Trivia Night with a bonus "Name That Tune" game. Trivia night will begin at 6:30 PM and there will be refreshments available for purchase.  Join us at the Conesville Fire House; for $10 a person and up to 5 on a team, you will have an unforgettable evening with lots of laughter and learning. Proceeds will be used toward our America 250 Celebration on September 19. A flyer is attached. Help us spread the wor...

Jan 15, 2026 • 160 views

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New Year, New Village of Esperance Website

By Matthew Avitabile

By Heather SkinnerESPERANCE — During the regular Esperance Village meeting on January 12th, Clerk/Treasurer Michelle Parks shared that hopefully within the next week or two the new Village of Esperance website will be up and running. Deputy Clerk, Leslie Price, has been working on getting the County website up-to-date. Residents will be able to sign up for TextMyGov messaging app notifications about important information like upcoming public meetings and events, meeting minutes and agendas, as...

Jan 15, 2026 • 185 views