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Colonia Theater to reopen next week

NORWICH – Only one month after the “final” showing at the Colonia Theater, preparations are already in the works to ..


The fear of politics

In 2008, nearly one-third of the American public tuned in to watch then President-elect Barack Obama give his victory speech ..


School board changes executive session practices

NORWICH – The Norwich City school board has adopted a change to its practice of executive session that will bring ..


Chenango Arts Council readies for ‘The Chocolate Ball’

NORWICH – The Chenango County Council of the Arts is gearing up for its biennial fundraiser, this year accentuating all ..


Punching the Clock: Get out the vote

It’s been said that in reality, there’s no such thing as not voting. You either vote by voting, or you ..


Community organizes benefit for superstorm victims

NORWICH – Howard Johnson Hotel in Norwich is hosting a food and supply drive this week to benefit those affected ..


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Norwich Y turns 150

The Norwich Family YMCA celebrated its 150th anniversary with a special ceremony, displays and activities Saturday. Evening Sun subscribers can ..


Colonia: The show will go on ...

By Shawn Magrath Sun Staff Writer smagrath@evesun.com NORWICH – It seems that the closing of the Colonia Theater in downtown Norwich will be ..


A newfound and short-lived perspective

Let’s travel back in time for a moment. On Monday, Oct. 22, one week before Hurricane Sandy ripped up the ..


SAME to focus on the local impact of the arts during community event

NORWICH – In an ongoing battle to preserve arts in Chenango County public schools, affiliates of the Support Arts and ..


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