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New bill promotes volunteerism among local fire departments

OXFORD – In response to a rapid decline in the number of volunteer firefighters in recent years, Representative Richard Hanna ..


Farmers Market Week promotes buying, eating local

NORWICH – Local food and direct marketing opportunities like those found at farmers markets all over the country are one ..


Welcome to the fair: there’s no place like it

Remember the scene in ‘The Wizard of Oz’ when Judy Garland closed her eyes, clacked the heels of her ruby-red slippers, ..


Volunteerism: key to the success of the Chenango County Fair

NORWICH – With the 166th Chenango County Fair in full swing, hands are hard at work to make sure things ..


The 166th annual Chenango County Fair!

NORWICH – The 166th annual Chenango County Fair kicks-off today, bringing one of the county’s most enduring summertime traditions back ..


2-1-1 information line coming to Chenango

NORWICH – Recognizing the need to connect county residents with essential human services, the United Way of Chenango County and ..


Child Support Awareness Month promotes protection, well-being of children across the state

NORWICH – This week marks the start of Child Support Awareness Month in New York State, a time to promote ..


District Attorney’s Office seeks additional full-time ADA; blames increase in drug activity

NORWICH – An increase in drug activity and drug related crimes in the area are giving reason for the Chenango ..


Weary travelers be hatin’

I can’t help but feel a little sympathy for the Transportation Safety Administration. That’s not to say the agency doesn’t deserve ..


Here’s the scoop: new ice cream shop opens in town

NORWICH – Summertime for many people means barbecues, hot afternoons spent lounging poolside, and indulging in the occasional ice cream ..


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